Platform Configuration, Deployment, and Management: Lead the configuration and deployment of cloud-based analytics platforms, particularly Azure Analytics Platform.
Governance, Data Security and Compliance: Develop and implement cloud governance policies and best practices. This includes creating guidelines for resource provisioning, security, compliance, and cost management.
Audit and Monitoring Proficiency : Implement robust monitoring and auditing mechanisms crucial for governance. This involves setting up monitoring tools and establishing processes to regularly audit the cloud environment for security, compliance, and performance.
User Access and Authentication: Administer user access to the analytics platform by configuring user roles, permissions, and authentication methods and Collaborate closely with IT Infrastructure and IT security teams.
Cost Management: Monitor cloud costs and usage, implementing cost-saving strategies and budget controls, and provide recommendations for optimizing resource allocation and expenditure.
Data Backup and Disaster Recovery: Develop and implement comprehensive data backup and disaster recovery plans, Define and enforce data retention policies for effective data lifecycle management.
Leadership and Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with Data Engineers, Visualization Developers, and Data Scientists, leading a group of architects to manage Azure analytics solutions/platforms.

What you need:

Required Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree from an accredited university in the areas of Computer science, Engineering, Information Systems, Business, or equivalent field of study required.
8+ years of experience cloud infrastructure, cloud solutions, Data platforms, Business Intelligence/Analytics, and systems architecture and design.
6+ years of experience in Azure administration & architecture, Azure Data Services, ARM templates, PowerShell, and CI/CD using Azure DevOps.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated advanced experience and knowledge in IT operations, including networking, virtualization, identity, security, business continuity, disaster recovery, data platforms, and governance.
Familiarity with Data Science, Machine Learning, and Artificial Intelligence solutions.
Masters degree in MIS, MBA or related disciplines preferred.
Azure cloud certifications is a plus.

Architect, Cloud Platform - Data & Analytics