Cloud Architect – Oracle, Managed IT Services

SMX

. Design, deploy, and optimize cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, GCP, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, and/or hybrid environments for multiple clients.

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • South Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $105,200 - $175,300 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and optimizing cloud architectures across multiple platforms, including AWS, Azure, and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. Proficient in Infrastructure-as-Code practices and automation, with strong project management and client communication skills.

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Cloud Architecture DesignInfrastructure-as-Code (IaC)Cloud Migration ProjectsClient CommunicationMulti-Cloud Environments

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Hard Skills

Cloud Infrastructure DesignTerraformKubernetesDockerCI/CD PipelinesNetworkingIdentity and Access ManagementSecurity Best PracticesAutomation ScriptsService Management Frameworks

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsProject ManagementClient CommunicationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

AWSAzureGCPOracle Cloud InfrastructureServiceNowOracle Resource ManagerAnsibleCloudFormationARMZero Trust Architecture

Certifications & Qualifications

AWS Solutions ArchitectAzure Solutions Architect ExpertGoogle Professional Cloud ArchitectOracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect AssociateCISSP

Industry Keywords

Managed ServicesMSPCloud MigrationITILSecurity ControlsTIC 3.0AI/ML Tooling

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AnsibleAWSAzureCloudDockerGoogle Cloud PlatformKubernetesOracleServiceNowTerraform

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, deploy, and optimize cloud architectures across AWS, Azure, GCP, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, and/or hybrid environments for multiple clients.
Collaborate with client stakeholders and internal service delivery teams to translate business requirements into scalable, cost-effective, repeatable cloud solutions.
Serve as a subject matter expert on Oracle IaaS/PaaS services, infrastructure automation, and cloud-native application design.
Lead client onboarding and cloud migration projects while ensuring minimal disruption and compliance with security requirements.
Monitor and proactively manage cloud environments, identifying and remediating issues under contractual SLAs.
Partner with the NOC and Service Desk to respond to incidents, troubleshoot cloud-related issues, and manage escalations.
Develop and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code templates, deployment pipelines, and automation scripts.
Advise clients on cloud offerings, cost-saving opportunities, security best practices, strategic improvements, and modernization.
Maintain documentation for client environments, architecture diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
Assist with pre-sales activities, including technical scoping, effort estimation, and proposal development.
Implement and manage multi-tenant cloud environments with secure resource separation, cost tracking, and compliance.
Contribute to continuous improvement of managed services processes and cloud management frameworks.
Juggle multiple projects and maintenance responsibilities for various organizations under strict SLAs.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field; or equivalent work experience.
5+ years hands-on experience designing, implementing, and supporting cloud infrastructure in a managed services, MSP, or consulting environment.
Deep expertise with at least one cloud platform (AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), or GCP); multi-cloud or hybrid experience highly preferred.
Proficient in IaC tools such as Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation, Oracle Resource Manager, or Ansible.
Strong understanding of networking, identity and access management, security best practices, and monitoring in the cloud.
Experience with automation, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Kubernetes, Docker, etc.).
Demonstrated experience with ITIL, service management frameworks, and MSP-specific toolsets (ServiceNow, etc.).
Excellent interpersonal, client communication, and project management skills.
Able to work efficiently in a fast-paced, multi-client, SLA-driven environment.
Industry certifications are a strong plus, including AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Google Professional Cloud Architect, Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Architect Associate or Professional, and CISSP.
Familiarity with Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA), TIC 3.0, and security controls.
Exposure to AI/ML tooling within AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud and/or Google, such as Bedrock, SageMaker, Comprehend, Lex, Azure OpenAI, and Gemini.
Ability to mentor and guide technical teams.
Candidate must be within commuting distance of Columbia, SC.
SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration-related support for this position.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive mix of compensation
Learning & development opportunities
Health insurance
Paid leave
Retirement
Equal Opportunity employment including disabilities and veterans