Job Information
CAI Cloud Architect in India
Cloud Architect
Req number:
R7262
Employment type:
Full time
Worksite flexibility:
Hybrid
Who we are
CAI is a global services firm with over 9,000 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1.3 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. As a privately held company, we have the freedom and focus to do what is right—whatever it takes. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.
Job Summary
We are looking for a motivated Senior Wintel / Cloud Architect ready to take us to the next level! If you design, implement, and maintenance of hybrid IT infrastructure spanning on-premises Windows/Linux ecosystems and Azure /AWS cloud platforms and exposure on architecture, scalability, security, and integration across on-premises, virtualized, and cloud environments and are looking forward to your next career move, apply now.
Job Description
We are looking for an Senior Wintel / Cloud Architec t . This position will be full-time and Hybrid.
What You’ll Do
Develop and implement Azure-based Infrastructure solutions including AWS services.
Manage Azure services such as Virtual Machines, VM Scaleset, AGW, LB, App Services, AKS, Docker, Storage, Networking, IAM, Azure Site Recovery.
Develop and manage disaster recovery strategies and plans for mission-critical applications and infrastructure.
Design and implement solutions for Windows Server environments, Active Directory, DNS, GPO, RDS, IIS and related services.
Create architecture diagrams, technical documentation and operational guidelines for cloud and on-premise solutions.
Lead, manage and execute end-to-end obsolescence and migration upgrade and projects.
Assess existing infrastructure and applications for cloud readiness. Develop detailed migration roadmaps, timelines, and risk mitigation plans.
Determine appropriate migration tools and methodologies (lift-and-shift, re-platform, refactor).
Define and execute a unified IT infrastructure strategy combining on-premises services Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Backup (Veeam, Netbackup), Storage (Netapp, Dell, Pure), Network (SAN switch, Brocade),) with cloud platforms (Azure IaaS/PaaS, AWS).
Manage, implement and support virtualization platforms VMware ESXi/vCenter, VSAN.
Maintain accurate on-premise and cloud infrastructure, processes, runbooks, and policies.
Integrate backup and DR architectures seamlessly with infrastructure, security, and application layers.
Performance and capacity planning across hybrid environments.
Act as a subject matter expert for Azure cloud, Wintel, and on-premises escalation and support.
Implement best practices for identity management, RBAC, and data protection.
Ensure infrastructure meets internal company security standards.
Support vulnerability management and audit readiness.
Architect and manage backup and disaster recovery plans across environments (on‑prem & cloud).
Collaborate with vendors, stakeholders, and IT teams; mentor engineers; oversee and ownership of IT projects.
Implement scripting including automation to simplify and optimize infrastructure systems.
Integrate enterprise systems like storage solutions (Netapp, Pure, Dell), storage networking (Dell, Brocade, SAN Switch), backup tools (Veeam, Netbackup), and third-party applications.
What You'll Need
Required:
8+ years experience in Azure/AWS design, implementation, migration, provisioning, VM management, network config, backup/monitoring, disaster recovery.
8+ years managing Windows Server (2012–2022+), Active Directory, DNS, Group Policies, clustering, server/storage infrastructure, DHCP, RDS, PKI, IIS.
Virtualization & Storage- Proven experience with VMware ESXi/vCenter and VSAN plus enterprise storage (Netapp and Pure) and Enterprise Backup (Veeam and Netbackup).
Automation & Scripting- PowerShell, Terraform, Ansible; Infrastructure-as-Code experience.
Soft Skills- Leadership, communication, vendor and project management, stakeholder alignment, mentorship to support group.
Bachelors Degree in IT/Computer Science or equivalent.
Certifications: Azure/AWS Administrator/Architect, Microsoft MCSE/Azure Solutions Architect, VMware VCP, ITIL Foundation.
Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Terraform, Azure CLI).
Experience with cloud-based and on-premise DR solutions.
Containers/IaC knowledge (Docker, Kubernetes) is desired.
Certifications: Enterprise Backup Solutions (Veeam, Netbackup) is advantageous.
Basic Linux Administration Skills (RHEL, Ubuntu, Fedora, Debian) is desired.
Physical Demands
Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationery most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc.
Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor.
Reasonable accommodation statement
If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 – 8111.