Cloud Domain Architect (Houston, TX, US, 77032)

We are looking for the right people — people who want to innovate, achieve, grow and lead. We attract and retain the best talent by investing in our employees and empowering them to develop themselves and their careers. Experience the challenges, rewards and opportunity of working for one of the world’s largest providers of products and services to the global energy industry. Job Duties Cloud Infrastructure & Domain Architecture Own the cloud infrastructure domain architecture for Azure (primary) and AWS (secondary), including networking, identity, governance, and management services. Define reference architectures, design patterns, and decision frameworks for global cloud adoption. Establish and maintain architecture standards, guardrails, and blueprints aligned with Halliburton security, compliance, and operational requirements. Provide architectural oversight and design review for major cloud initiatives and platform capabilities. Microsoft Azure (Primary Focus) Design and govern Azure landing zones , subscriptions, and management group hierarchies . Architect and review Azure network infrastructure (hub-and-spoke, vWAN, private endpoints, DNS, hybrid connectivity). Apply the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well-Architected Framework in solution designs. Design, deploy, and maintain Azure Policy , initiatives, and compliance reporting. Define and implement infrastructure-as-code (IaC) standards using Bicep and Terraform . Identity & Access Management (Core Domain) Architect enterprise identity solutions using Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including: Identity lifecycle management and access governance Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and least-privilege models Privileged Identity Management (PIM) Conditional Access and Zero Trust patterns Design hybrid and multi-cloud identity integration , including AWS IAM federation with Entra ID. Partner with Information Security to align identity architectures with Zero Trust and regulatory requirements. AWS (Secondary / Integrated Scope) Define and govern AWS integration patterns aligned to Azure-first identity and security strategy. Architect and support: AWS Organizations and Control Tower IAM federation with Microsoft Entra ID Infrastructure deployments using CloudFormation and Terraform Ensure consistency of governance, identity, and automation patterns across Azure and AWS. AI & Intelligent Platform Enablement (Microsoft-Focused) Provide architectural guidance for AI-enabled capabilities within the Microsoft ecosystem, including: Microsoft Copilot Azure OpenAI Copilot Studio and AI Builder Define enterprise guardrails for AI usage, including identity, data access, security, and compliance considerations. Partner with application and data teams to support responsible AI adoption , RAG patterns, and AI platform integration. Stay current on Microsoft AI platform capabilities and translate them into practical enterprise architecture guidance . DevOps, Automation & Engineering Practices Promote and govern DevOps and platform engineering practices across cloud environments. Design and review CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps (ADO) and Git-based repositories. Leverage Azure CLI and PowerShell for automation and operational enablement. Support standardized deployment patterns across infrastructure, identity, and platform services. Qualifications Required Qualifications Strong experience in cloud infrastructure architecture , with deep expertise in Microsoft Azure . Proven background in identity and access management , preferably with Microsoft Entra ID. Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code ( IaC, Bicep and/or terraform). Experience designing and governing enterprise-scale cloud environments . Solid understanding of DevOps, CI/CD, and automation practices. Desirable Qualifications Experience integrating AWS with Azure-based identity and governance models . Familiarity with Microsoft AI platforms (Copilot, Azure OpenAI, Copilot Studio). Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and cloud security best practices. Ability to translate complex technical concepts into decision-ready guidance for architects, engineers, and leadership. Candidates with qualifications exceeding the minimum job requirements will be considered for higher-level positions based on their experience, additional job requirements, and current business needs. Depending on their education, experience, and skill level, candidates may be eligible for a range of job opportunities, including Enterprise Architect. World Class Benefits: At Halliburton, we're committed to providing you and your family with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package - which means we offer support for your physical, emotional, financial and parental needs, both now and in the future.  When you join our team, you'll have access to a wide range of resources designed to help you thrive at work and at home.  By clicking here , you can review a summary of the benefits available once you join. Halliburton is an