Job Family:
Technology ConsultingTravel Required:
Up to 50%Clearance Required:
NoneWhat You Will Do:
Guidehouse is seeking an experienced Cloud Solution Architect to support and advise healthcare clients in design and implementation of secure, scalable solutions across Microsoft Azure and AWS. This role requires expertise in healthcare regulatory compliance, cloud governance, and modernization initiatives, with the ability to lead architecture efforts that align technical solutions to clinical and operational objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Technical Architecture Advisory
Design and deploy secure, scalable Azure and AWS solutions for healthcare applications and data workloads
Translate healthcare business and technical requirements into cloud architectures across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS
Ensure compliance with HIPAA, HITRUST, HITECH, and related healthcare regulations
Define and implement cloud governance, identity, encryption, and security monitoring aligned to Zero Trust principles
Architect secure integrations for EHRs, HIEs, and interoperability solutions using HL7 and FHIR standards
Lead cloud migration, modernization, high availability, and disaster recovery designs aligned to RTO/RPO objectives
Develop infrastructure‑as‑code using ARM, Bicep, Terraform, or AWS CloudFormation
Optimize cloud environments for performance and cost efficiency using FinOps practices
Produce architecture documentation and mentor technical teams on cloud best practices Client and Advisory Leadership
Serve as a trusted advisor to healthcare client executives, leading cloud architecture decisions and aligning solutions to clinical, operational, and regulatory priorities
Lead and mentor team members, providing technical direction, quality oversight, and career development support
Partner with Directors and Partners to support proposal development, solution shaping, and client presentations for cloud and digital transformation efforts Core Competencies
Strategic problem-solving
Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to work independently and lead multiple architecture initiatives
Leadership and team development
Adaptability in fast-paced consulting environments
What You Will Need:
Education
Bachelor’s degree required (Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field preferred) Experience
5+ years of experience architecting Azure and/or AWS solutions in a healthcare environment
Experience designing secure, compliant cloud architectures for sensitive healthcare data
Experience supporting hybrid or multi-cloud environments
Experience in a consulting, advisory, or client-facing role, ideally engaging directly with executive and senior-level stakeholders Technical Skills
Proficiency in Azure services including VMs, Entra ID, Azure SQL, Blob Storage, AKS, Networking, Monitor, and Key Vault
Proficiency in AWS services including EC2, IAM, RDS, S3, EKS, VPC, Load Balancing, CloudWatch, KMS, and Route 53
Strong understanding of healthcare regulations and interoperability standards (HIPAA, HITRUST, HL7, FHIR)
Experience with automation and IaC tools such as PowerShell, Terraform, ARM, Bicep, or CloudFormation Travel Requirements
Travel up to 50% based on client and project needs
What Would Be Nice To Have:
Azure Solutions Architect Expert and/or AWS Solutions Architect – Professional certification
Experience supporting major EHR platforms (Epic, Cerner/Oracle Health)
Experience with healthcare compliance assessments or security audits
The annual salary range for this position is $135,000.00-$225,000.00. Compensation decisions depend on a wide range of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, security clearances, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.What We Offer:
Guidehouse offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects our commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.
Benefits include:
Medical, Rx, Dental & Vision Insurance
Personal and Family Sick Time & Company Paid Holidays
Position may be eligible for a discretionary variable incentive bonus
Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Basic Life & Supplemental Life
Health Savings Account, Dental/Vision & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
Student Loan PayDown
Tuition Reimbursement, Personal Development & Learning Opportunities
Skills Development & Certifications
Employee Referral Program
Corporate Sponsored Events & Community Outreach
Emergency Back-Up Childcare Program
Mobility Stipend
About Guidehouse
Guidehouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer–Protected Veterans, Individuals with Disabilities or any other basis protected by law, ordinance, or regulation.
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