Azure Cloud Architect

Company Overview

At 4A Consulting, we turn complexity into opportunity. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Baltimore, MD, we are a women-owned, boutique consulting firm specializing in delivering innovative, data-driven solutions to both the Federal Government and Fortune 500 clients. Our team blends deep industry knowledge with advanced technologies to design tailored strategies that drive measurable and sustainable outcomes. We pride ourselves on an agile, collaborative approach that helps organizations navigate challenges and seize emerging opportunities in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. At 4A, we don’t just deliver projects, we build trusted partnerships that empower our clients to lead with confidence in the digital age.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Architect/Specialist to lead the design, implementation, modernization, and governance of enterprise cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in Azure Landing Zones, cloud migration, modern application architecture, networking, security, and platform engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement enterprise-scale Azure cloud architectures aligned with the Azure Well-Architected Framework and Cloud Adoption Framework.
• Lead Azure Landing Zone design, cloud governance, and architecture best practices.
• Architect and execute cloud migration and application modernization initiatives, including IaaS-to-PaaS transformations.
• Design highly available, secure, scalable, and disaster recovery solutions across Azure services.
• Develop cloud-native solutions using Azure App Services, AKS, microservices, serverless, and event-driven architectures.
• Design enterprise networking solutions including Hub-and-Spoke, Azure Firewall, Application Gateway, Load Balancer, Private Link, VPN Gateway, and ExpressRoute.
• Implement Azure security, identity, and governance using Microsoft Entra ID, RBAC, Azure Policy, Key Vault, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud.
• Build Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/Bicep), automate deployments, and establish CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Design monitoring, logging, and cost optimization solutions using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights, and Azure Cost Management.
• Collaborate with development, infrastructure, and business teams to deliver architecture reviews, technical guidance, and cloud transformation strategies.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor''s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of IT experience, including 5+ years designing enterprise Azure cloud solutions and 3+ years in a Cloud/Solutions Architect role.
• Strong expertise in Azure architecture, networking, security, identity (Microsoft Entra ID), governance, and Azure Landing Zones.
• Hands-on experience with Azure PaaS services, AKS, containers, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/Bicep), and CI/CD using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
• Experience leading cloud migration, application modernization, and hybrid cloud initiatives.
• Proficiency in Azure monitoring, automation, cost optimization, and cloud security best practices.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and technical leadership skills.
• One or more Microsoft Azure certifications, such as AZ-305, AZ-104, AZ-500, AZ-700, SC-100, or Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA).

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employer sponsorship is not available for this position.

Why Join 4A 

• Be part of a mission-driven, women-owned consulting firm with a reputation for excellence.
• Work on high-impact projects across federal and commercial clients.
• Collaborate in an inclusive, growth-oriented culture where innovation is valued.
• Access career development programs, mentorship, and learning opportunities.
• Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, flexible work options, and a focus on work-life balance.

Equal Opportunity Statement

4A Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive hiring process. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation due to a disability may contact . This email is intended solely for accommodation requests.

Please note that 4A Consulting participates in the federal E-Verify program. Upon hire, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the US. 4A Consulting will only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.