Senior Azure Cloud Architect

Job Role: Senior Azure Cloud Architect Location: Remote with Travel Hire-Type: W2 Contract We are looking for a Senior Azure Cloud Architect with strong hands-on experience designing, configuring, and optimizing Microsoft Azure environments. The ideal candidate should be comfortable owning Azure architecture while also working directly with storage, security, access, and cost optimization. Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure architecture and cloud infrastructure. Design, provision, and configure Azure Blob Storage, Azure Files, Storage Accounts, and related services. Strong understanding of Azure storage architecture, redundancy, performance tiers, lifecycle policies, and data access patterns. Experience generating and managing SAS (Shared Access Signature) tokens, access keys, RBAC, and secure storage access. Perform Azure cost analysis and optimization, including storage and infrastructure cost considerations. Experience with Azure networking and security concepts, including VNets, Private Endpoints, firewalls, and identity/access controls. Ability to troubleshoot Azure infrastructure, storage, connectivity, permissions, and performance issues. Must be a senior, hands-on architect who can independently assess requirements, recommend the right Azure services, and implement solutions.