: New York, New York
Hybrid PositionV-Soft Consulting is currently hiring for an
Azure Cloud Architectfor our premier client in
New York,New York.WHAT YOU’LL NEED:Technical Requirements and Certifications »- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer.
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) or equivalent.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; Advanced degree (preferred).
- 7+ years of IT infrastructure or cloud experience, with 4+ years focused on Azure cloud architecture.
- Proven experience in regulated or security-sensitive environments.
- Expert proficiency in deployment and optimization of Azure services including networking (VNet, NSG, Azure Firewall, Express Route), identity (Entra ID), compute (VMs, AVD), and storage (Blob, Files, Disk).
- Expert proficiency with Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), scripting (PowerShell), and DevOps pipelines.
- Familiarity with secure collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Purview, Intune, Conditional Access).
- Cloud Architecture & Strategy:
- Develop automation scripts for repeatable deployments.
- Define tagging, cost controls, policy enforcement, and identity/access management (IAM) strategies.
- Partner with application owners, IT infrastructure, and security teams to ensure smooth migration and ongoing operations of workloads in Azure.
- Support investigations, incident response, and security audits involving cloud assets.
- Continuously evaluate new Azure services, automation capabilities, and tools to enhance productivity and reduce risk.
- Guide optimization of cost, performance, and operational efficiency across the Azure estate.
- Implement and govern security best practices including Azure Policy, Azure Key Vault, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Azure Security Center.
- Collaborate with Information Security to enforce encryption (at rest/in transit), DLP, Conditional Access, and Zero Trust principles.
- Ensure compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks, such as ISO 27001.
Qualified candidates should send their resumes to
lgironda@vsoftconsulting.comV-Soft Consulting Group is recognized among the top 100 fastest growing staffing companies in North America, V-Soft Consulting Group is headquartered in Louisville, KY with strategic locations in India, Canada and the U.S. V-Soft is known as an agile, innovative technology services company holding several awards and distinctions and has a wide variety of partnerships across diverse technology stacks.
As a valued V-Soft Consultant, you’re eligible for full benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision), a 401(k) plan, competitive compensation and more. V-Soft is partnered with numerous Fortune 500 companies, exceptionally positioned to advance your career growth.
V-Soft Consulting provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
For more information or to view all our open jobs, please visit www.vsoftconsulting.com or call (844) 425-8425.
#LI-LG1#MonsterPostFreqently Asked Questions
An Azure Cloud Architect focuses on designing and strategizing cloud solutions, whereas Cloud Engineers typically handle implementation and maintenance. In New York's competitive market, architects must excel in security compliance and cost optimization to meet enterprise demands.
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert and Azure Security Engineer certifications are highly prized in New York. Adding CISSP or equivalent security credentials further positions candidates for regulated industry projects requiring stringent compliance.
Typical tasks include automating deployments via scripts, strategizing identity and access management, collaborating with IT and security teams, and continuously optimizing Azure service usage for cost and performance within hybrid cloud setups.
New York shows higher demand for Azure architects with strong security expertise and hybrid cloud experience, driven by finance and healthcare sectors. Candidates often face rigorous vetting for compliance with standards like ISO 27001.
Azure Cloud Architects in New York typically earn between $140,000 and $180,000 annually, reflecting the city's high cost of living and demand for advanced skills in cloud architecture and security governance.
At V-soft Consulting Inc, Azure Cloud Architects work closely with application owners and security teams to ensure seamless Azure migrations and enforce security policies, supporting continuous innovation and operational efficiency.
V-soft emphasizes hybrid work models and values candidates with deep expertise in infrastructure-as-code and automation scripting, fostering innovation while maintaining compliance in highly regulated environments.
Enforcing Azure Policy helps architects prevent misconfigurations that could expose data, ensure cost controls, and maintain zero trust principles—crucial for clients in finance and healthcare sectors served by V-soft in New York.
Mastery of Azure networking components, proficiency in PowerShell scripting, and familiarity with Microsoft Purview and conditional access tools are essential to meet the complex security and compliance demands in New York’s cloud job market.
While remote roles offer flexibility, New York's market favors architects with hybrid experience and hands-on collaboration skills, reflecting local companies' preference for on-site engagement and compliance adherence.
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