Azure Cloud Architect SME
Arena Technical Resources, LLC
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Arena Technical Resources, LLC is hiring an Azure Cloud Architect SME. Our client is seeking an Azure Cloud Architect / Developer SME to design, build, and secure large-scale Azure Government environments supporting mission-critical federal systems. This role involves architecting secure, scalable Azure GovCloud infrastructures, designing cloud-native data platforms, and automating cloud provisioning. The specialist will also implement Azure AD, RBAC, and NIST-aligned security controls, drive FinOps optimization, and guide engineering teams on cloud best practices.
Key focus areas include Architect secure, scalable Azure GovCloud infrastructures and network connectivity, Design cloud-native data platforms, pipelines, and analytics architectures, and Automate cloud provisioning with Terraform/ARM/Bicep.
Successful candidates bring Technical Training Or Degree, 10+ Years Cloud Engineering, and Required Certifications. Important skills include Azure GovCloud Infrastructure, Network Connectivity, Cloud-Native Data Platforms, Data Pipeline, Analytics Architectures, and Terraform. Preferred (not required): Ansible, PowerShell DSC, Modern Development Tools, and Modern Development Languages.
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Azure Cloud Architect SME
Location: Atlanta, GA, US
Job ID: ATR 17957
Job Description
Job Title: Azure Cloud Architect SME
Location: Washington D.C. - Hybrid Remote
Eligibility: Candidate must possess an active Secret clearance
Job Description:
Our client is seeking an Azure Cloud Architect / Developer SME to design, build, and secure large-scale Azure Government environments supporting mission‑critical federal systems.
Key Responsibilities
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Architect secure, scalable Azure GovCloud infrastructures and network connectivity
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Design cloud-native data platforms, pipelines, and analytics architectures.
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Automate cloud provisioning with Terraform/ARM/Bicep; ensure consistent, FedRAMP‑compliant environments
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Implement Azure AD, RBAC, least‑privilege, encryption, and NIST‑aligned security controls
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Apply DISA STIGs/CIS benchmarks and lead architecture reviews/documentation
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Drive FinOps optimization and guide engineering teams on cloud best practices
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Migrate NTIA’s Unclassified Spectrum Management Systems to Azure Government
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Migrate the NTIA Secret environment to the Azure Secret Cloud
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Enhance the security and administration of Spectrum IT systems operations.
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Migrate and modernize with config-level changes
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Push toward Platform as a Service (PaaS) and cloud-native where possible
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Replatform if the application can leverage Azure PaaS
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Rehost using Azure Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS) if the application can’t leverage Azure PaaS
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Use Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and the Azure Well-Architected Framework
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Leverage the NTIA FSDS IL5 tenant based on the single tenant architect
Requirements:
Education: Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree, or equivalent experience
Experience: 10+ years cloud engineering/architecture experience
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Experience with Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and the Azure Well-Architected Framework
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Strong Azure, Terraform/Bicep, networking, automation, and security expertise
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Familiarity with Ansible, PowerShell DSC, and modern development tools/languages
Certification(s): One or more required certifications (Azure Architect, Azure Engineer, CISSP, etc.)
Clearance: Must possess and maintain an Active Secret or higher clearance
US Citizenship Required
Location: Hybrid in Washington, D.C. (3 days a week on‑site)
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