Cloud Architect

Company Overview:
Req ID: 276138
NTT DATA Services strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now.
We are currently seeking a Sr. Cloud Architect to join our team in REMOTE, Kentucky (US-KY), United States (US).
Job Description:
Cloud Architect:
Description:

• The Cloud Architect designs solutions-based management and automation of cloud provisioning tasks, administration of Managed Cloud Environments (MCEs), workflow and tools development, Cloud Architecture, and service administration.
• The Cloud Architect should create a strategy for establishing a secure and well-managed enterprise environment in Cloud
• Configure and manage MLPs Virtual Network in Cloud, establish our core services in the VNET, enable Cloud to serve as a part of MLPs network
• Design processes for the deployment of resource stacks and associated configurations
• Utilize native Cloud services to meet the firm's technology and resiliency requirements
• Drive Identity and access and configuration management, and monitoring strategy for Cloud
• Lead design process for network connectivity to Cloud
• Extend MLP standard systems management processes into the cloud including change, incident, and problem management
• Establish and implement monitoring and management infrastructure for both availability and performance management
• Establish internal pricing and instance selection model for Cloud virtual machines
• Integrate Cloud management tooling with MLP including automation of spin-up and spin-down and billing approvals
• Design and implement data protection options, including HA and BCP protection in Cloud

Required Qualifications

• Experience designing and supporting Cloud environments, including IaaS and PaaS
• Microsoft Cloud Certification (MCSE: Cloud Platform and Infrastructure or equivalent)
• Hands on experience using the Cloud administration portal
• Demonstrable experience deploying enterprise workloads to Cloud
• Knowledge of at least one other cloud hosting solution in addition to Cloud (e.g. Google, AWS, Helion Cloud, SoftLayer).
• Proficiency with PowerShell, Python, or other scripting languages
• Hands-on experience with one or more configuration management systems such as Ansible, Chef, or Puppet
• Experience designing and supporting enterprise core services as well as cloud deployments of these services
• Extensive knowledge of the Microsoft Enterprise software products and services
• Bachelor's degree (in Computer Science, Math or Engineering)

About NTT DATA Services:
NTT DATA Services is a recognized leader in IT and business services, including cloud, data and applications, headquartered in Texas. As part of NTT DATA, a $30 billion trusted global innovator with a combined global reach of over 80 countries, we help clients transform through business and technology consulting, industry and digital solutions, applications development and management, managed edge-to-cloud infrastructure services, BPO, systems integration and global data centers. We are committed to our clients' long-term success. Visit nttdata.com or LinkedIn to learn more.
NTT DATA Services is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants without regarding to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please inform your recruiter so that we may connect you with the appropriate team.