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SMX is seeking an Azure Solution Architect to be a leader in the Cloud engineering space. Come work with a top Cloud Service Provider as they embark to modernize National Security (NS) customers into Microsoft Azure platforms and M365. Essential Duties & Responsibilities • Scope out semi-complex projects based on mission requirements and achievable benefits. • Create project plans and Statement-of-Work. • Lead semi-complex projects • Evaluate, design, and implement enterprise IT-based cloud solutions, often working on-site to help customers deploy their solutions (MS Azure Services specific). • Lead teams for deployment activities and to meet deliverables (MS Services specific). • Lead technology decisions and facilitate and articulate alternatives and direction to Senior IT and Business Management leadership. Required Skills & Experience -Clearance: Active TS/SCI -Azure Solutions Architect Certification Preferred -Candidates will be selected based on any and all skill requirements listed. 5-15 years of technical experience leading solution architecture projects in the following areas: Identity Security Skills Required: • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) • Hybrid Identity • Azure Groups • Entra ID/Active Directory - distributed architecture which combines extensive monitoring, automated rerouting, failover, and recovery capabilities to deliver enterprise-wide availability and performance. • Smart Card incorporation Security Skills Required: • Sentinel • Azure Monitoring • Detection and Investigation of Threats (analysis) • KQL Knowledge to create reports Infrastructure Skills Required: • Knowledge and ability to deploy and sustain core infrastructure Cloud Adoption Framework, requires knowledge of Azure services below: • Management Groups • Azure Key Vault • Storage • Networking and Virtual WANs, NSGs • Subscriptions • Policy • AVD and managing host pools and FSLogix • Azure Logging and Monitoring 0365 Skills Required: • Azure skills • Identity planning, design, implementation • Azure deployments (identity and Sync, possibly some networking) • Azure security - Sentinel and Defender as available • Review Policy from governance and policy for Azure 0365 Skills • 0365 Implementation/configuration • Define Governance and Policy changes • 0365 Automation (PowerShell) Could reuse ISD solutions • Data migrations • Workload/application migrations Desired Skills & Experience • Enhanced Security features Application Deadline: November 3, 2025 #CJPost #LI-onsite The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement. The proposed salary for this position is: $115,700-$192,900 USD At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success. We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration. SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans. Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

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