Cloud Architect

Grayson Search Partners provided pay rangeThis range is provided by Grayson Search Partners. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$170,000.00/yr - $250,000.00/yrNOTE: WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING CANDIDATES SUBMITTED BY THIRD PARTIES OR RECRUITING AGENCIES - DIRECT APPLICANTS ONLY.ABOUT THIS ROLE:Contract-to-Hire with intention to convert to FTE in 3-6+ months but can also extend longer on contract (business case-dependent)Hourly Rate is flexible depending on level, candidate alignment, and locationHybrid Model with expectation of 2 days/week working in local office when not traveling for client project workTravel Expectations are around ~20-30% on average but can vary depending on the client and engagementAre you ready to take the next step in your career? Our consulting firm client is excited to hire an experienced Senior Cloud Architect (Google Cloud/GCP Focus) to join their growing Technology Consulting practice. This is a client-facing, technical leadership role focused on driving the design, engineering, and implementation of modern public cloud and IT infrastructure solutions across industries such as Financial Services, Private Equity, Healthcare & Life Sciences, and High Tech. The ideal candidate will be confident in leading cross-functional teams, partnering with both technical and functional client stakeholders, and delivering strategic cloud solutions that align with business goals and financial value.Key Responsibilities:Lead the design and implementation of resilient, scalable cloud and infrastructure architectures to improve performance, optimize costs, and enhance business outcomes.Serve as a technical lead on client engagements, making key architectural decisions and managing project delivery and team workflows.Collaborate with consultants and client teams to assess existing environments, define requirements, and recommend modern cloud-based solutions.Architect and deploy Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and advanced cloud automation to drive operational efficiency.Support multi-cloud strategies, cost analysis, and business case development for migrations or re-architecting initiatives.Define and enforce cloud architecture standards, governance, and security best practices.Design cloud landing zones and guide workload migration and deployment strategies for GCP ecosystems (as well as other common cloud platforms).Create comprehensive migration plans that address infrastructure, networking, and security improvements.Mentor junior consultants, providing guidance on technology best practices, career growth, and client engagement.Desired Qualifications:10-20+ years of experience in IT/cloud architecture or engineering lead rolesExpertise in Public cloud platforms like GCP (required), AWS (bonus), Azure (nice-to-have)Proficiency in other technical domains such as scripting & automation, Microsoft 365, Windows/Linux systems, networking, security, storage, and/or virtualizationBachelor’s degree in relevant field preferred or equivalent work experience required.Proven experience leading migration projects from on-prem to cloud environments.Effective communicator with strong leadership and project management skills.Ability to manage multiple engagements in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.Willingness to travel as needed for client engagements.Willingness to work in a hybrid model and come into local office 2x/week (Tue/Thu typical).Bonus Qualifications:Prior experience in tech/management consulting or professional services.Familiarity with regulatory standards (ISO, PCI DSS, NIST, HIPAA, etc.).Experience in client relationship management, business development, and/or practice development.This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking technologist to join a people-focused consulting firm, expand their expertise, drive meaningful cloud & digital transformations, and make a lasting impact with clients across a wide range of industries.Seniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeContractJob functionJob functionConsulting and Information TechnologyIndustriesIT Services and IT Consulting, Business Consulting and Services, and Professional ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Grayson Search Partners by 2xGet notified about new Cloud Architect jobs in Chicago, IL.Chicago, IL $218,000.00-$306,000.00 2 weeks agoChicago, IL $93,000.00-$151,000.00 4 days agoGlobal Practice Architect, FSI, Google CloudChicago, IL $218,000.00-$306,000.00 5 days agoGlobal Practice Architect, AI, Google CloudChicago, IL $168,000.00-$249,000.00 2 weeks agoChicago, IL $150,000.00-$190,000.00 3 weeks agoGlobal Practice Architect, HCLS, Google CloudChicago, IL $168,000.00-$249,000.00 5 days agoChicago, IL $170,000.00-$250,000.00 2 weeks agoChicago, IL $214,900.00-$322,300.00 6 days agoGlobal Practice Architect, Workspace, Google CloudChicago, IL $168,000.00-$249,000.00 3 days agoDirector of Enterprise Architecture - Hybrid or Remote OpportunityChicago, IL $160,000.00-$209,000.00 1 week agoPractice Architect, Manufacturing/Auto, Google CloudChicago, IL $168,000.00-$249,000.00 2 weeks agoChicago, IL $145,400.00-$171,900.00 1 week agoChicago, IL $90,000.00-$115,000.00 3 weeks agoChicago, IL $168,000.00-$249,000.00 5 days agoGlobal Practice Architect, Infrastructure III, Google CloudChicago, IL $168,000.00-$249,000.00 5 days agoSenior Solutions Architect, ServiceNow, Full-time, DaysGlobal Practice Architect, Infrastructure IV, Google CloudChicago, IL $218,000.00-$306,000.00 5 days agoPractice Architect, Functional and Emerging Industries, Google CloudChicago, IL $168,000.00-$249,000.00 2 weeks agoChicago, IL $168,000.00-$249,000.00 6 days agoChicago, IL $218,000.00-$306,000.00 1 week agoOak Brook, IL $130,000.00-$150,000.00 1 day agoChicago, IL $122,530.00-$169,898.00 2 weeks agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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