• Design and implement Azure-based architectures for enterprise applications, data, and infrastructure • Develop scalable, secure, and cost-efficient solutions to meet current and future business needs • Provide architectural guidance to engineering and operations teams • Lead the adoption of Azure best practices, tools, and methodologies across the organization • Collaborate with business stakeholders to define cloud strategies and roadmaps • Evaluate and recommend Azure services and third-party tools to optimize solutions • Establish governance frameworks, including Azure Policies, RBAC, and tagging strategies • Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2 • Design architectures with a focus on high availability, disaster recovery, and performance optimization • Monitor and enhance system performance using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights • Lead cloud migration projects, including planning, execution, and risk management • Modernize legacy applications and systems for Azure compatibility using cloud-native technologies • Incorporate DevOps principles, including CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC), using tools like Terraform, Bicep, and Azure DevOps • Develop automated workflows for resource provisioning and management • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, operations, and security teams • Mentor junior architects and administrators on Azure technologies and solution design • Design, implement, and manage Azure infrastructure, including virtual machines, storage, networking, and identity management • Monitor and optimize the performance and cost of Azure resources • Implement and maintain security best practices, including Azure Security Center, Azure Policy, and role-based access control (RBAC) • Ensure compliance with organizational and industry-specific standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOC) • Develop and maintain automation scripts and templates (e.g., PowerShell, ARM, Bicep, Terraform) to streamline cloud operations • Automate routine tasks, such as resource provisioning, monitoring, and scaling • Set up and manage Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights to ensure system health and performance • Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Azure services and applications • Design and implement backup strategies using Azure Backup and Recovery Services • Develop and test disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity • Configure and manage Azure Virtual Networks, VPNs, ExpressRoute, and load balancers • Ensure secure and reliable connectivity between on-premises and Azure environments • Work closely with developers, DevOps teams, and other stakeholders to provide Azure expertise and support • Mentor and train junior administrators on Azure best practices • Other duties as assigned