Planet Technologies

• Partnering with clients to form long-lasting relationships • Assisting with clients' growth across various cloud platforms • Surface and analyze customer business requirements • Design, construct, configure, and maintain AWS environments • Troubleshoot AWS and Linux issues • Perform cost and performance optimizations

• Support impactful projects that benefit our country • Responsible for scoping, assessing, leading, designing, and delivering customer implementation projects • Create supporting technical documentation for customer migration workloads to enterprise cloud solutions • Maintain knowledge of Azure platforms and Entra ID to guide customers and teams

• Serve as a primary technical lead on client engagements involving Microsoft security, compliance, and data protection solutions • Design and implement data security, governance, and compliance strategies aligned with Microsoft 365 and Azure capabilities • Advise clients on secure adoption of Microsoft Copilot, including data exposure risks, governance controls, and compliance considerations • Architect and deploy solutions leveraging tools such as: Microsoft Purview, Microsoft Defender suite and Microsoft Sentinel • Translate regulatory and compliance requirements into actionable technical solutions (e.g., ISO frameworks, government regulations, internal controls) • Conduct data discovery, classification, and protection strategy design • Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to deliver high-quality outcomes • Contribute to pre-sales efforts, including solution design, scoping, and level-of-effort estimates • Create technical documentation, implementation guides, and client training materials • Act as a subject matter expert (SME) and mentor to other engineers • Develop and refine repeatable offerings around data security, compliance, and Copilot readiness • Stay current on evolving Microsoft security, compliance, and AI governance capabilities

Role Description Planet Technologies, the Nation’s leading Microsoft services provider to the public sector, is looking for a highly motivated individual to join our growing team as a Cloud Strategist. In this role, you will be supporting impactful projects that make a difference for our country. This role guides clients through the strategic adoption and optimization of cloud solutions to drive long-term business success for Defense Industrial Base, State and Local Government, and commercial organizations. The strategist translates technical decisions into tangible business outcomes, such as: - Improving operational efficiency through Azure automation - Enhancing collaboration with Microsoft 365 The position blends visionary planning with real-world application, offering practical examples demonstrating measurable value. Responsibilities: - Develop and execute cloud strategies tailored to client business objectives. - Partner with the sales team to deliver tailored technical solutions, including developing the SOW (Statement of Work) to drive cohesive projects that meet tactical and strategic customer objectives. - Translate technical solutions into business value through clear, outcome-driven communication. - Collaborate with C-level stakeholders to align cloud roadmaps with defined strategic goals. - Provide real-world examples and use cases to demonstrate the impact of cloud adoption. - Identify, scope, and refer opportunities for additional sales that provide Planet's offerings that contribute to our customers’ success. - Must have a deep technical understanding of core Microsoft technology pillars (Modern Workplace, Azure, CRM, Dev) and articulate it to both Technical and Business audiences. - Understand how to leverage Microsoft Technology to solve customer problems. - Help customers, sales teams, and others understand key strategic technology decisions and why they are essential. - Ensure that the technical solution matches the customer's objectives, laying the foundation for a successful implementation and a compelling customer success story. Qualifications - A bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field is preferred, but is not required. Commensurate experience in technical sales will be considered instead of formal education. - A master’s degree (MBA or MIS) is a plus. - 7–10 years of IT experience, with 3–5 years in cloud strategy or architecture with proven success in client-facing roles, especially in consulting or digital transformation. - Must have deep technical understanding of M365, Azure, and/or Dynamics. - Deep understanding of cloud computing models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and deployment types (public, private, hybrid, multi-cloud). - Expertise in major cloud platforms such as AWS, Google Cloud Platform (GCP), with the ability to help customers understand the benefits of Microsoft Azure and other Microsoft technologies. - Proficiency in cloud architecture design, including scalability, availability, and disaster recovery planning. - Strong knowledge of cloud security principles, compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA), and identity/access management. - Experience with cloud migration strategies, tools, and methodologies (e.g., lift and shift, re-platforming, refactoring). - Ability to conduct cost-benefit analysis and optimize cloud spend using the Azure Cost Management tools. - Understanding of containerization and orchestration technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes, ECS, AKS, GKE). - Experience with monitoring and performance tuning using tools like Azure Monitor. - Knowledge of data management in the cloud, including storage, backup, and data lifecycle policies. - Understanding of M365 Migration and Security architecture and principles. - Ability to evaluate and integrate third-party cloud services and APIs. - Familiarity with cloud-native application development and microservices architecture. - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to align cloud strategies with business goals. - Experience with cloud governance frameworks and policy enforcement. - Ability to lead technical workshops, create architectural documentation, and present to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Preferred Professional Licenses/Certifications - Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (preferred). - Additional certifications in Azure, Power Platform, or enterprise architecture (e.g., TOGAF, The Open Group Architecture Framework) are advantageous. Benefits Compensation for this position includes both base salary and bonus. Several factors will impact final pay offered to a successful candidate including but not limited to the type and years of experience required for the job, the type of years and experience within the industry, education, training, or clearance etc. Base salaries for a Cloud Strategist at Planet Technologies ranges between $140,000 and $180,000. Company Description Planet Technologies is the leading provider of Microsoft Consulting Services to public sector and commercial organizations. Planet has significant experience in deploying business intelligence, cloud services, unified communications, and systems management with an emphasis on building, deploying, and managing custom solutions that transform the business operations of federal government agencies. Planet Technologies does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms and conditions of employment, or practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law. Federal Agency Clearance Requirements may require up to a 10-year background investigation - US Citizenship (clearable) is required. Visit www.go-planet.com to learn more about us. Details about our benefits can be found in the Planet Technologies Benefits Guide 2024-2025 . We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

• As a Modern Work subject matter expert, this position plays a critical role in bridging sales, delivery, and the Center of Excellence to ensure solutions provided to our customers are technically sound, financially viable, and operationally repeatable. • Lead solution architecture efforts during the sales cycle, translating business requirements into scalable, secure, and compliant Microsoft-based solutions. • Responsible for contributing to the definition, packaging, and standardization of Modern Work service offerings, ensuring alignment with delivery capabilities and market demand. • Develop packaged offerings (e.g., Rapid Deploy Solutions, assessments, roadmap engagements) that support scalable growth. • Partner with delivery teams to ensure smooth transition from pre-sales to execution. • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across solution design, delivery methodology, and operational excellences • Collaborate with sales, delivery, PMO, and COE teams in a matrixed environment. • Own Modern Work presale’s function, including solution strategy, deal shaping, and client engagement; partner with Sales teams to drive increases in pipeline and win rates on proposals. • Serve as executive-level technical advisor supporting client engagements, discovery sessions, and solution positioning. • Lead technical solutioning during the presale lifecycle, including whiteboarding, architecture design, and client presentations. • Translate customer business requirements into clearly defined technical solutions and service offerings. • Develop proposals, statements of work (SOWs), and pricing strategies in collaboration with delivery and finance teams. • Design Modern Work solutions leveraging Microsoft technologies, ensuring alignment with customer collaboration, security, and compliance requirements. • Develop high-level and detailed architecture artifacts, including reference architecture, diagrams, and design documentation including the identification of integration points across Microsoft 365, Azure, security, and compliance services. • Provide guidance on technical tradeoffs, risks, and implementation considerations.

• The Project Management Office (PMO) Manager is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day execution and delivery of project management services including team leadership, project oversight, performance tracking, and stakeholder communication. • Ensures a broad spectrum of technical engagements are delivered in alignment with defined scope, schedule, and budget expectations established • Effective communication with executive leadership and departmental teams to maintain efficient project execution, resource coordination, and consistent delivery outcomes. • Direct supervision of a remote-based PMO team including Senior Project Managers, Projects Managers and Program Managers who each carry multiple on-going projects varying in size. • Provide an example of strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, along with modeling adaptability to changing priorities while maintaining a consistent focus on delivering high-quality results. • A customer driven work ethic that matches Planet's principals of providing exceptional service, partnership and surpassing expectations.

• Planet project managers deliver a wide range of technical projects. • Leading a diverse IT project team comprised of engineers with expertise in different subject matter areas, architects, cloud strategists, and project managers from initiation to production implementation. • Creating, managing, and controlling project schedules and all required activities to ensure alignment with multiple schedules and requirements across all workstreams. • Develops and implements risk assessment, change management, quality assurance, performance, and control measures to ensure completion of projects in accordance with established standards, schedules, and budget parameters. • Regularly meet with internal and external stakeholders to gather, prioritize, and refine requirements to discuss ongoing work, discuss opportunities and address any challenges.

• Supporting impactful projects that make a difference for our country • Responsible for ongoing maintenance of Planet’s operational presence within the Microsoft Partner Program and Microsoft Partner Center • Ensuring accuracy, partner program compliance, incentives alignment, and solution ‑ play enablement

• Help clients prepare for and maintain **CMMC compliance** • Review systems and identify compliance gaps • Create and maintain required documents (SSPs, POA&Ms, policies) • Monitor security controls and compliance evidence on an ongoing basis • Support remediation efforts and track progress • Prepare clients for CMMC assessments and audits • Explain CMMC requirements in clear, practical terms • Act as the primary point of contact for assigned managed services CMMC clients • Lead client meetings, executive briefings, and compliance status reviews • Provide practical, risk‑based recommendations balancing compliance, cost, and operational impact • Educate client stakeholders on CMMC responsibilities and best practices • Collaborate with security operations, cloud, and IT teams to implement compliant architectures • Assist with secure enclave, GCC High, or compliant cloud deployments where applicable • Track regulatory updates to CMMC, DFARS, and DoD guidance and advise clients accordingly

• The Power Platform Consultant will work with the Dynamics 365 Managing Architect and an elite team of likeminded technical professionals and project managers. • Crush the delivery of your assigned projects by delivering and communicating your work effectively. • Grow your career by using the latest tools and technologies to assist Planet’s great and growing number of high-profile clients. • Represent Planet’s values to our customers every day.