DGR Systems, a growing premier technology consulting company, is looking for an Azure Architect with an advanced focus on the design, implementation, and management of Azure solutions across customer projects. This individual will provide technical direction and translate business requirements into secure and scalable Azure solutions related to computing, network, storage, monitoring, and security in the customer environment. They will provide expert consulting in Azure Solutions as they relate to governance, data platforms, disaster recovery, virtualization, identity management, and IT operations to our customers. The ideal candidate must be an excellent communicator with an ability to simplify complex topics into clear messages and must be consultative in focus with a growth mindset and passion for continuous learning to bring the best solutions to our customers. The candidate will bring technical experience, team leadership and business acumen to DGR Systems. Responsibilities + Design and deploy Azure solutions based on business requirements and industry best practices. + Collaborate with internal teams to gather requirements, develop architectures, and propose solutions. + Configure and optimize Azure infrastructure components such as compute, storage, networking, and security. + Implement automation and orchestration tools to streamline deployment and operations. + Monitor Azure environments, troubleshoot issues and perform proactive maintenance. + Ensure compliance with security policies, guidelines, and procedures. + Document designs, configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting steps. + Provide technical guidance and support to team members and stakeholders. + Stay current with Azure updates, new features, and industry trends. Requirements + 8 years of experience in technology solutions, with 2 years in an Azure-focused role. + Strong technical background in Platform as a Service (PaaS) and Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) and Azure Stack technologies related to Governance, Virtual Networking, Virtual Machines, Active Directory Domain Services, Load Balancing, Storage, Identity Management, Migrations and Implementations. + Experience in designing and implementing Azure/Azure Stack solutions in complex enterprise environments including migration of on-premises resources to Azure solutions. + Experience with Microsoft Azure Well-Architected Framework and Cloud Adoption Framework, including Azure landing zones. + Proven track record of managing Azure projects and Azure technical operations. + Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to IAM (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOX) and experience in ensuring compliance. + Certifications such as AZ-305, AZ-304, AZ-204, AZ-104 are a plus. + Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. + Proven track record of successfully delivering complex technical projects on time and within budget. + Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple priorities effectively. + Proven consultative mindset and experience with the ability to integrate complex elements and customer requirements into innovative technical architectures + Demonstrated customer-focus solutions provider excelling at understanding customer needs and translating those needs to solutions + Serves as a role model to others for translating complex and technical information + Presentation skills with a high degree of comfort with both technical and non-technical audiences Benefits Why DGR? DGR Systems helps solve the most complex business and operational challenges for their customers. Our team of top-level industry experts takes an innovative and straightforward approach to consulting, design, deployment, and ongoing Assurance Services to meet customer needs. At a glance, DGR Systems was founded in 2009 in Tampa, Florida, and provides full-service solutions in the areas of Modern Workplace (Endpoint Solutions, Collaboration), Security (Identity and Access Management, Zero Trust, Information Protection) Modern Infrastructure and Cloud, and Applications (Collaboration Apps, SQL Reporting, Power Platform). With an impressive depth of experience across the Microsoft technology solution stack combined with our focus on integrating solutions from multiple leading vendors, we help organizations design and execute against their most challenging digital transformations. At DGR Systems, our culture is built around one simple standard: Excellence is our Baseline - and we deliver on that standard with every customer, every day. Core Values DGR Systems core values are an essential and enduring tenant of our organization. They are a small set of timeless guiding principles describing who we are, how we treat people and how we run our business. + Passion - Love what you do and make it evident through your approach to your work and the attitude you display. + Ownership -Be accountable for outcomes. Take initiative to start and move things forward to make something better. + Integrity -Do the right thing. Always. Every time. Without exception. + Navigation - Find solutions to problems. Evolve, adapt, and embrace change around you for tomorrow will be different than today. + Teamwork - Be approachable and engage with the team around you constantly. We win or lose together. Full-Time Team Member Benefits DGR Systems is committed to the health and welfare of our team members. This commitment involves offering a comprehensive benefits program to help prepare team members and their family for planned as well as unplanned life events. + Group Health Care Plans (Medical, Dental & Vision) + Company Paid Life Insurance (Basic & AD&D) + Company Paid Short Term & Long Term Disability + Company Paid Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) + Voluntary Insurance Options (Voluntary Life, Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance) + 401(k) with Company Match + Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) + Certification Reimbursement + Work From Home Program + Wellness Resources We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas. DGR Systems believes in remote work and will accept qualified candidates throughout the United States. However, preference will be given to candidates who currently reside with the Midwest, Southeast and Southwest areas of the United States.