Cloud Engineering Specialist

Cloud Engineering Specialist (Azure)
Fully Remote
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Azure Cloud Engineering Specialist to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud computing concepts, Azure services, and migration strategies.
As an Azure Cloud Engineering Specialist you will be routinely creating, managing, and refining many different technologies and solutions that support the software suite. The Azure Cloud Engineering Specialist is an integral part of managing deployments on both in the Azure Commercial Environment as well as the Azure Government Environment.
The work the Azure Cloud Engineering Specialist performs daily is key to managing the current infrastructures and helps to future proof new opportunities.
This job is for you if you:
Are passionate about working within the Azure Cloud Environment and want to help build solutions that can utilize the cloud platform to it's fullest. Additionally, if you want to continuously learn new and cutting-edge technologies to help solve complex problems and make a meaningful impact daily across multiple projects and environments at once, then this job is for you.

What we are expecting from you (i.e. the qualifications you must have):

• Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent experience in related field
• At least 3 years of experience working with cloud computing platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud)
• Security CE certification (preferred) or must be obtained with 6 months of hire date.
• Cloud computing concepts (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
• Proven track record of designing and/or implementing scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud-based solutions.
• Azure platform expertise (Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Networking, VPN, Azure Policies, Log Analytics, Azure Monitor & Alerts, Azure Backup)
• Knowledge of virtualization and containerization technologies (VMware, Docker, Kubernetes)
• Must be able to work both independently and as part of a geographically dispersed team with little supervision and guidance where communication is timely and effective.
• Ability to investigate problems or malfunctions and find solutions or corrective actions.
• Ability to work directly with customers to gather requirements and to resolve problems.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Preferred Experience:

• Microsoft Certified Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
• 3-5 years of experience deploying and administering resources in an Azure Environment
• Experience designing and deploying Virtual Networking Solutions and IPSec based Site to Site Connectivity solutions a plus
• Working knowledge of Azure AI / OpenAI concepts
• Knowledge of different deployment strategies (cloud, on-premise, hybrid).
• Experience with PowerShell / Azure CLI.
• Proficiency in deploying IaC (experience with Terraform or BICEP)
• Experience with Agile environments is a plus. (Azure DevOps, GitLabs, Atlassian Toolset)

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and manage Azure infrastructure, including virtual machines, storage, databases, and networking.
• Implement and manage Azure security measures, including identity management, access controls, and monitoring.
• Develop and deploy cloud-based applications using Azure services, such as Logic Apps.
• Migrate existing on-premises applications to the cloud, ensuring minimal disruption to users.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for cost savings, improved performance, and enhanced security.
• Stay up-to-date with new Azure features and services, and apply knowledge to improve existing solutions.
• Support and manage Active Directory, Microsoft Entra Connect, and Microsoft Entra ID to ensure seamless identity and access management across hybrid environments

Required Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or equivalent experience in related field
• At least 3 years of experience working with cloud computing platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud)
• Proven track record of designing and/or implementing scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud-based solutions.

Required Level of Security Clearance: - Secret

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