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The Infrastructure Cloud Architect is a senior, hands-on technical leadership role responsible for maturing, scaling, and operationalizing the Firm's Azure-first hybrid cloud infrastructure platform. The Firm has established core Azure cloud capabilities and is expanding adoption across additional technology and business areas. This role will help evolve the platform, strengthen standards and governance, improve operational maturity, and lead delivery of secure, resilient, and cost-effective infrastructure solutions.
This is an infrastructure-focused cloud architecture role requiring deep Azure experience across hybrid cloud, networking, identity, security, compute, storage, governance, automation, monitoring, and platform services. The successful candidate will remain close to the technology, lead complex implementation and support efforts, mentor technical teams, and partner with Infrastructure, Security, Data/AI, Business Applications, Modern Work/M365, and other stakeholders to support current and emerging cloud infrastructure needs.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide hands-on technical leadership for complex Azure infrastructure initiatives, remaining actively involved in architecture design, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) development, implementation, automation, deployment, troubleshooting, operational support, and senior-level technical decision-making.
- Architect, implement, support, and continuously improve Azure infrastructure solutions across hybrid cloud, networking, identity, compute, storage, security, governance, automation, monitoring, and platform services.
- Design, build, deploy, maintain, and continuously improve core Azure infrastructure capabilities including VNets, hub-and-spoke networking, routing, DNS, ExpressRoute, site-to-site VPNs, hybrid connectivity architectures, private endpoints, Azure Firewall and/or network virtual appliances (NVAs), load balancing, identity integration, landing zones, policy, monitoring, backup, and disaster recovery solutions.
- Mature and operationalize the Firm's existing Azure-first hybrid cloud platform by improving standards, processes, documentation, governance, automation, resiliency, observability, supportability, and cost management practices.
- Partner with technology and business stakeholders, including Infrastructure, Security, Data/AI, Business Applications, and Modern Work/M365, to understand current and emerging requirements and translate them into practical cloud infrastructure solutions.
- Assess whether existing cloud infrastructure patterns meet stakeholder needs and recommend new or revised architecture patterns where additional capabilities, scale, security, resiliency, or operational maturity are required.
- Define, maintain, and enforce cloud infrastructure reference architectures, design patterns, security controls, resiliency standards, operational models, and cost optimization practices.
- Drive adoption of Infrastructure as Code, automation, platform engineering practices, self-service capabilities, and repeatable deployment patterns to improve consistency, speed, reliability, and operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with Security, Operations, Engineering, application, and data teams to ensure cloud solutions meet requirements for availability, disaster recovery, compliance, performance, and supportability.
- Evaluate cloud platform capabilities, vendor solutions, and emerging technologies to inform implementation plans, modernization priorities, and infrastructure roadmap decisions.
- Mentor infrastructure engineers and other technical teams on cloud architecture principles, Azure best practices, infrastructure modernization, and modern delivery methods.
- Participate in the team’s rotating on-call schedule and serve as a senior escalation point for complex cloud infrastructure issues, incident response, root cause analysis, and resiliency improvements.
- Perform other related duties, as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive IT infrastructure experience, including experience in infrastructure architecture, engineering, cloud platforms, or enterprise technology delivery.
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience designing, implementing, operating, or supporting Microsoft Azure infrastructure solutions.
- Demonstrated experience designing and delivering cloud infrastructure foundations, including networking, identity, security, compute, storage, governance, monitoring, automation, and hybrid connectivity; experience limited primarily to application architecture or application migration is not sufficient for this role.
- Strong hands-on experience with Azure networking and hybrid connectivity, including VNets, routing, DNS, ExpressRoute, private endpoints, firewalls, load balancers, network segmentation, and connectivity between cloud and on-premises environments.
- Practical knowledge of Infrastructure as Code and automation using tools such as Bicep, Terraform, ARM templates, PowerShell, Azure CLI, or similar technologies.
- Solid understanding of cloud security and governance principles, including identity and access management, encryption, policy management, compliance, Zero Trust concepts, and secure-by-design architecture.
- Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and apply cloud architecture standards, design patterns, reference architectures, operational practices, and governance frameworks.
- Experience leading technical delivery of infrastructure or cloud initiatives, including coordination across engineering, security, operations, application, data, and business stakeholders.
- Strong operational experience supporting enterprise production environments, including platform reliability, incident response, root cause analysis, disaster recovery, monitoring, and supportability.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, consulting, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage technical teams, business stakeholders, senior leadership, and executive management.
- Proven ability to translate business and technology requirements into cloud infrastructure designs, implementation plans, standards, and roadmap recommendations.
PREFERRED:
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
- Azure-focused certifications, such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Network Engineer Associate, or Azure Security Engineer Associate.
- Experience with Azure VMware Solution, Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure Container Apps, Docker, or other container and virtualization platforms.
- Exposure to supporting cloud infrastructure needs for Data, AI/ML, analytics, enterprise applications, or Modern Work/M365 platforms.
- Knowledge of platform engineering, DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, GitOps, or self-service infrastructure capabilities.
- Working knowledge of Azure Well-Architected Framework, Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework, landing zones, FinOps, or cloud operating models.
- Familiarity with multi-cloud environments, including AWS and/or Google Cloud Platform.
- Security, cloud, or IT service management certifications, such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM, or ITIL Foundations.
- Background in professional services, legal, financial services, accounting, consulting, or other highly regulated industries.
- Experience with vendor evaluation, solution selection, technical roadmaps, or technology investment recommendations.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The successful candidate will also demonstrate:
- Strong ownership and accountability in a senior technical leadership role.
- Ability to balance hands-on execution with architecture, standards, stakeholder alignment, and longer-term platform maturity.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to connect business priorities, technology direction, and practical execution.
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence decisions without direct authority.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple initiatives with competing priorities.
- Advanced problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to work collaboratively and effectively across teams, functions, and levels of leadership.
- Discretion in handling confidential information.
- Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, professional services environment.
LOCATION
The target salary range for this role is:
$161,400 - $200,000 if located in Illinois. Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email sidleytalentacquisition@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
INTRODUCTION
The Infrastructure Cloud Architect is a senior, hands-on technical leadership role responsible for maturing, scaling, and operationalizing the Firm's Azure-first hybrid cloud infrastructure platform. The Firm has established core Azure cloud capabilities and is expanding adoption across additional technology and business areas. This role will help evolve the platform, strengthen standards and governance, improve operational maturity, and lead delivery of secure, resilient, and cost-effective infrastructure solutions.
This is an infrastructure-focused cloud architecture role requiring deep Azure experience across hybrid cloud, networking, identity, security, compute, storage, governance, automation, monitoring, and platform services. The successful candidate will remain close to the technology, lead complex implementation and support efforts, mentor technical teams, and partner with Infrastructure, Security, Data/AI, Business Applications, Modern Work/M365, and other stakeholders to support current and emerging cloud infrastructure needs.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide hands-on technical leadership for complex Azure infrastructure initiatives, remaining actively involved in architecture design, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) development, implementation, automation, deployment, troubleshooting, operational support, and senior-level technical decision-making.
- Architect, implement, support, and continuously improve Azure infrastructure solutions across hybrid cloud, networking, identity, compute, storage, security, governance, automation, monitoring, and platform services.
- Design, build, deploy, maintain, and continuously improve core Azure infrastructure capabilities including VNets, hub-and-spoke networking, routing, DNS, ExpressRoute, site-to-site VPNs, hybrid connectivity architectures, private endpoints, Azure Firewall and/or network virtual appliances (NVAs), load balancing, identity integration, landing zones, policy, monitoring, backup, and disaster recovery solutions.
- Mature and operationalize the Firm's existing Azure-first hybrid cloud platform by improving standards, processes, documentation, governance, automation, resiliency, observability, supportability, and cost management practices.
- Partner with technology and business stakeholders, including Infrastructure, Security, Data/AI, Business Applications, and Modern Work/M365, to understand current and emerging requirements and translate them into practical cloud infrastructure solutions.
- Assess whether existing cloud infrastructure patterns meet stakeholder needs and recommend new or revised architecture patterns where additional capabilities, scale, security, resiliency, or operational maturity are required.
- Define, maintain, and enforce cloud infrastructure reference architectures, design patterns, security controls, resiliency standards, operational models, and cost optimization practices.
- Drive adoption of Infrastructure as Code, automation, platform engineering practices, self-service capabilities, and repeatable deployment patterns to improve consistency, speed, reliability, and operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with Security, Operations, Engineering, application, and data teams to ensure cloud solutions meet requirements for availability, disaster recovery, compliance, performance, and supportability.
- Evaluate cloud platform capabilities, vendor solutions, and emerging technologies to inform implementation plans, modernization priorities, and infrastructure roadmap decisions.
- Mentor infrastructure engineers and other technical teams on cloud architecture principles, Azure best practices, infrastructure modernization, and modern delivery methods.
- Participate in the team’s rotating on-call schedule and serve as a senior escalation point for complex cloud infrastructure issues, incident response, root cause analysis, and resiliency improvements.
- Perform other related duties, as assigned.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Required:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive IT infrastructure experience, including experience in infrastructure architecture, engineering, cloud platforms, or enterprise technology delivery.
- Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience designing, implementing, operating, or supporting Microsoft Azure infrastructure solutions.
- Demonstrated experience designing and delivering cloud infrastructure foundations, including networking, identity, security, compute, storage, governance, monitoring, automation, and hybrid connectivity; experience limited primarily to application architecture or application migration is not sufficient for this role.
- Strong hands-on experience with Azure networking and hybrid connectivity, including VNets, routing, DNS, ExpressRoute, private endpoints, firewalls, load balancers, network segmentation, and connectivity between cloud and on-premises environments.
- Practical knowledge of Infrastructure as Code and automation using tools such as Bicep, Terraform, ARM templates, PowerShell, Azure CLI, or similar technologies.
- Solid understanding of cloud security and governance principles, including identity and access management, encryption, policy management, compliance, Zero Trust concepts, and secure-by-design architecture.
- Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and apply cloud architecture standards, design patterns, reference architectures, operational practices, and governance frameworks.
- Experience leading technical delivery of infrastructure or cloud initiatives, including coordination across engineering, security, operations, application, data, and business stakeholders.
- Strong operational experience supporting enterprise production environments, including platform reliability, incident response, root cause analysis, disaster recovery, monitoring, and supportability.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, consulting, and relationship-building skills, with the ability to engage technical teams, business stakeholders, senior leadership, and executive management.
- Proven ability to translate business and technology requirements into cloud infrastructure designs, implementation plans, standards, and roadmap recommendations.
PREFERRED:
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field.
- Azure-focused certifications, such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Network Engineer Associate, or Azure Security Engineer Associate.
- Experience with Azure VMware Solution, Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure Container Apps, Docker, or other container and virtualization platforms.
- Exposure to supporting cloud infrastructure needs for Data, AI/ML, analytics, enterprise applications, or Modern Work/M365 platforms.
- Knowledge of platform engineering, DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, GitOps, or self-service infrastructure capabilities.
- Working knowledge of Azure Well-Architected Framework, Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework, landing zones, FinOps, or cloud operating models.
- Familiarity with multi-cloud environments, including AWS and/or Google Cloud Platform.
- Security, cloud, or IT service management certifications, such as CISSP, CCSP, CISM, or ITIL Foundations.
- Background in professional services, legal, financial services, accounting, consulting, or other highly regulated industries.
- Experience with vendor evaluation, solution selection, technical roadmaps, or technology investment recommendations.
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES
The successful candidate will also demonstrate:
- Strong ownership and accountability in a senior technical leadership role.
- Ability to balance hands-on execution with architecture, standards, stakeholder alignment, and longer-term platform maturity.
- Strategic thinking with the ability to connect business priorities, technology direction, and practical execution.
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence decisions without direct authority.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple initiatives with competing priorities.
- Advanced problem-solving and analytical abilities.
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ability to work collaboratively and effectively across teams, functions, and levels of leadership.
- Discretion in handling confidential information.
- Ability to perform under pressure in a fast-paced, professional services environment.
LOCATION
The target salary range for this role is:
$161,400 - $200,000 if located in Illinois. Salaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors, including, but not limited to, the relevant market, skills, experience, and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at Sidley.com/Benefits.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation, please email sidleytalentacquisition@sidley.com (current employees should contact Human Resources).
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
Confirm the role qualifies as a specialty occupation
Cloud infrastructure engineering requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, or a related field. Roles framed as general IT support or systems administration may not meet USCIS specialty occupation standards, even if the work overlaps.
Target employers with an H-1B filing history
Large cloud-heavy employers, including hyperscalers, financial institutions, and enterprise SaaS companies, file H-1B petitions regularly. Prioritizing employers with documented sponsorship history significantly reduces the risk of an offer falling apart at the visa stage.
Get your job description to reflect the degree requirement
USCIS scrutinizes whether the position genuinely requires a specific bachelor's degree. Make sure your offer letter and job description explicitly state that a degree in computer science, information systems, or equivalent is required, not merely preferred.
Understand how cloud certifications factor into your application
AWS, Azure, and GCP certifications strengthen your profile but do not substitute for a qualifying degree. If your degree is in an unrelated field, a combination of education and years of directly relevant experience may still support a successful H-1B petition.
Account for premium processing in your start date planning
Standard H-1B adjudication can take several months. Premium processing guarantees a response within 15 business days and is worth requesting if your start date is firm or your current status has a hard expiration.
Prepare documentation of your technical scope upfront
For cloud infrastructure roles, USCIS may issue RFEs questioning whether the position requires a degree versus general IT experience. Having architecture diagrams, project scopes, and evidence of specialized responsibilities ready strengthens your employer's response significantly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer roles qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer is consistently approved as a specialty occupation under the H-1B visa because the role requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a closely related field. USCIS has approved this job title across thousands of petitions. Roles that bundle infrastructure work with general helpdesk or non-specialized IT duties can attract RFEs, so job description specificity matters.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor me in this role?
Most H-1B petitions for this role cite a bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, information technology, or information systems as the qualifying credential. Australian three-year bachelor's degrees are generally accepted as equivalent to U.S. four-year degrees. If your degree is in a different field, relevant coursework combined with documented work experience may still support a petition, though the case requires stronger supporting evidence.
Are there visa options other than H-1B for cloud infrastructure engineers?
Yes. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3 visa, which has no lottery and allows two-year renewable periods. Canadians and Mexicans may qualify under TN visa status if the role fits a covered USMCA occupation. Engineers with a strong publication record, open-source contributions, or industry recognition may also be competitive for the O-1A, which has no cap or lottery and can be filed at any time of year.
How hard is it to find employers willing to sponsor this role?
Sponsorship willingness is higher for Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineers than for most other roles because demand consistently outpaces the available domestic talent pool. Hyperscalers, enterprise software companies, financial services firms, and managed service providers are the most active sponsors. Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, so you can focus only on employers who have already committed to sponsoring this role.
Can I use work experience instead of a degree to qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
In limited cases, yes. USCIS allows three years of specialized work experience to substitute for one year of education, meaning a two-year degree plus six years of directly relevant cloud infrastructure experience could potentially satisfy the requirement. However, experience-substitution cases face higher scrutiny, and the experience must be specific to the specialty, not general IT work. An immigration attorney should evaluate your profile before your employer commits to filing.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.