Wintel Cloud Architect

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Wintel Cloud Architectto design, implement, and manageenterprise-scale hybrid cloud infrastructureacrossAzure, AWS, and on-premises environments. This role requires deep expertise inWindows (Wintel) platforms,cloud architecture,virtualization,storage,backup,disaster recovery, andinfrastructure automation, along with strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills.

Key ResponsibilitiesCloud & Hybrid Architecture

• Architect, deploy, and manageAzure IaaS/PaaS solutions, with integration toAWS services.
• Administer Azure services includingVMs, VM Scale Sets, Application Gateway, Load Balancers, App Services, AKS, Docker, Storage, Networking, IAM, and Azure Site Recovery.
• Define and executehybrid cloud strategiesintegrating on-premises infrastructure with Azure and AWS.
  
  

• Design and supportWindows Server environments (2012–2022+).
• ManageActive Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policy, RDS, IIS, PKI, and Windows clustering.
• AdministerVMware ESXi, vCenter, and vSANplatforms.
• Integrate enterprisestorage solutions(NetApp, Pure, Dell) andSAN networking(Brocade, Dell).
  
  

• Leadcloud migration and infrastructure modernization projectsend-to-end.
• Assess application and infrastructurecloud readiness.
• Developmigration roadmaps, timelines, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Implement migration approaches includinglift-and-shift, re-platform, and refactor.
  
  

• Architect and managebackup and disaster recovery solutionsacross hybrid environments.
• IntegrateVeeam and NetBackupwith infrastructure and application layers.
• ConductDR planning, testing, and recovery validation.
• Performcapacity planning and performance optimization.
  
  

• Implementidentity management, RBAC, and data protection best practices.
• Ensure infrastructure complies withsecurity policies, audit requirements, and vulnerability management standards.
  
  

• Develop automation usingPowerShell, Terraform, and Ansible.
• ImplementInfrastructure-as-Code (IaC)for consistent, repeatable deployments.
• Automate provisioning, monitoring, and operational workflows.
  
  

• Produce and maintainarchitecture diagrams, technical documentation, runbooks, and SOPs.
• Maintain accurate documentation forcloud and on-prem environments.
  
  

• Act as aSubject Matter Expert (SME)forWintel, Azure, and hybrid infrastructure.
• Mentor engineers and provideescalation support.
• Collaborate withvendors, stakeholders, and cross-functional IT teams.
• Own and drive infrastructure initiatives fromdesign to delivery.
  
  

• 10+ yearsof hands-on experience withAzure and AWS.
• Strong expertise in cloud networking, security, monitoring, backup, and DR.
  
  

• 10+ yearsmanaging enterpriseWindows Serverenvironments.
• Expertise inAD, DNS, DHCP, GPO, RDS, PKI, IIS, clustering.
  
  

• Strong experience withVMware ESXi, vCenter, and vSAN.
• Enterprise storage experience withNetApp, Pure, and Dell.
• Backup technologies:Veeam and NetBackup.
  
  

• Proficiency inPowerShell, Terraform, and Ansible.
• Experience withInfrastructure-as-Codeand automation frameworks.
  
  

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven leadership and mentoring experience.
• Strong vendor and project management capabilities.
  
  

• Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305)
• ITIL or TOGAF exposure
• Experience in regulated or enterprise environments