Healthcare Technology Consulting - Associate Director - Cloud Solution Architect
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled cloud solution architects in healthcare has surged, with a 25% increase in job postings over the past year. As the industry shifts towards digital transformation, professionals with expertise in Azure and AWS are in high demand. With the rise of telemedicine and remote healthcare services, the need for secure and compliant cloud solutions has never been more critical. Guidehouse, a leading consulting firm, is at the forefront of this shift, and this Associate Director role is a unique opportunity to shape the future of healthcare technology. Candidates should be prepared to showcase their technical expertise, as well as their ability to communicate complex ideas to non-technical stakeholders.
Job Description
About the Role
As an Associate Director in Healthcare Technology Consulting at Guidehouse, you will play a critical role in shaping the future of healthcare technology. You will be responsible for leading cloud architecture decisions for healthcare clients, designing and implementing secure, scalable solutions across Microsoft Azure and AWS. Your expertise in healthcare regulatory compliance, cloud governance, and modernization initiatives will be essential in driving the success of our clients.The role requires a unique blend of technical expertise, business acumen, and leadership skills. You will be working closely with cross-functional teams, including technical architects, engineers, and client-facing consultants. Your ability to communicate complex technical ideas to non-technical stakeholders will be essential in driving the success of our clients.
Guidehouse is a leading consulting firm that is committed to making a positive impact on the healthcare industry. We are a team of passionate and dedicated professionals who are driven by a shared vision of improving healthcare outcomes through technology. If you are a motivated and talented professional looking to make a difference, this role could be the perfect fit for you.
What You Will Do
- 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
- Serve as a trusted advisor to healthcare client executives, leading cloud architecture decisions and aligning solutions to clinical, operational, and regulatory priorities
What We Are Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
- 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
- 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
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
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive compensation package
- Flexible benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) matching program
- Paid time off and holidays
- Remote work stipend
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Recognition and reward programs for outstanding performance
How to Stand Out
- Make sure to highlight your experience with Azure and AWS, as well as your understanding of healthcare regulations and interoperability standards.
- Be prepared to provide specific examples of your experience with cloud architecture, including design and deployment of secure, scalable solutions.
- Showcasing your ability to communicate complex technical ideas to non-technical stakeholders is crucial, so be prepared to provide examples of your experience in this area.
- Having a strong understanding of the healthcare industry and the challenges faced by healthcare organizations is essential, so be sure to research the company and the role thoroughly.
- Don't be afraid to ask questions during the interview process, such as what the typical career path is for someone in this role, or what opportunities there are for professional growth and development.
- Having a certification in Azure or AWS can be beneficial, but it's not the only factor considered, so be sure to highlight your other skills and experiences as well.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with automation and IaC tools, and how you have used them to improve efficiency and reduce costs in previous roles.
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