Senior Cloud architect

Job Summary (Senior Cloud Architect)

• Lead development and enforcement of enterprise architecture standards across application, data, infrastructure, and integration domains.
• Drive cloud modernization initiatives with a focus on Azure and hybrid cloud environments, including AI technology integration.
• Develop and implement cloud governance frameworks, landing zones, and reference architectures to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Chair the Architecture Review Board (ARB) and oversee technology procurement, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and security requirements.
• Manage technical debt by maintaining inventory, prioritizing remediation, and integrating metrics into planning cycles.
• Design, build, and automate cloud solutions using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, ARM, Pulumi, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Apply cloud security best practices (IAM, RBAC, WAF, NSG, Key Vault) and ensure compliance with CIS, NIST, and ISO 27001 standards.
• Optimize cloud environments for cost, performance, and operational efficiency using Azure Advisor, Cost Management, and FinOps principles.
• Support application lifecycle management and rationalization in partnership with ServiceNow APM/CMDB teams.
• Engage and communicate with cross-functional stakeholders (Network, DevOps, Cybersecurity, Finance, Procurement), translating technical concepts into business terms.
• Stay current with emerging technologies (AI, observability, data platforms) and assess enterprise readiness.
• Preferred certifications: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, TOGAF, ITIL; experience with AWS/GCP a plus.
• Hybrid work arrangement: 3 days onsite at (NYC, NY), 2 days remote.
• Experience Requirements: 8+ years overall with specified expertise in Azure, hybrid/on-prem/cloud, cloud networking/security, governance leadership, and procurement oversight.