planettechnologies - Planet Technologies

• A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field is preferred, but is not required. Commensurate experience in technical sales will be considered instead of formal education. • A master’s degree (MBA or MIS) is a plus. • 7–10 years of IT experience, with 3–5 years in cloud strategy or architecture with proven success in client-facing roles, especially in consulting or digital transformation. • Must have deep technical understanding of M365, Azure, and/or Dynamics. • Deep understanding of cloud computing models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and deployment types (public, private, hybrid, multi-cloud) • Expertise in major cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), with the ability to help customers understand the benefits of Microsoft Azure and other Microsoft technologies. • Proficiency in cloud architecture design, including scalability, availability, and disaster recovery planning • Strong knowledge of cloud security principles, compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA), and identity/access management • Experience with cloud migration strategies, tools, and methodologies (e.g, lift and shift, re-platforming, refactoring) • Ability to conduct cost-benefit analysis and optimize cloud spend using the Azure Cost Management tools • Understanding of containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, ECS, AKS, GKE) • Experience with monitoring and performance tuning using tools like Azure Monitor • Knowledge of data management in the cloud, including storage, backup, and data lifecycle policies • Understanding of M365 Migration and Security architecture and principals. • Ability to evaluate and integrate third-party cloud services and APIs • Familiarity with cloud-native application development and microservices architecture • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to align cloud strategies with business goals • Experience with cloud governance frameworks and policy enforcement • Ability to lead technical workshops, create architectural documentation, and present to both technical and non-technical stakeholders • Preferred Professional Licenses/Certifications: • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (preferred). • Additional certifications in Azure, Power Platform, or enterprise architecture (e.g., TOGAF, The Open Group Architecture Framework) are advantageous. • Planet Technologies is the leading provider of Microsoft Consulting Services to public sector and commercial organizations. Planet has significant experience in deploying business intelligence, cloud services, unified communications, and systems management with an emphasis building, deploying, and managing custom solutions that transform the business operations of federal government agencies.