3 months ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Azure Cloud Engineer Azure Cloud Engineer Location: Washington, DC (Onsite - 5 Days per Week) Clearance: Top Secret Clearance Required About The Role The Azure Cloud Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure solutions within Microsoft Azure. This role requires a strong understanding of cloud architecture, automation, and security best practices. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), cloud networking, security management, and containerization technologies. Key Responsibilities Cloud Architecture & Implementation: Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-availability, and fault-tolerant cloud infrastructure in Azure. Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Utilize Terraform, ARM templates, and PowerShell to automate provisioning and configuration of cloud resources. Security & Compliance: Implement and enforce cloud security best practices using Azure Security Center, Key Vault, and Azure Policy to ensure compliance with federal standards. CI/CD & Automation: Build and manage CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, and GitLab for seamless deployment of microservices. Cloud Networking & Access Control: Configure and troubleshoot Azure Virtual Networks (VNets), Network Security Groups (NSGs), VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute, and Azure Front Door to optimize global routing and failover strategies. Containerization & Orchestration: Deploy and manage Docker containers and Kubernetes clusters (Azure Kubernetes Service - AKS) to support scalable applications. Cloud Monitoring & Optimization: Utilize Azure Monitor, Azure Advisor, and Log Analytics to assess system health, optimize resource utilization, and ensure cost-effectiveness. Hybrid Cloud & Migration Support: Perform discovery, assessment, and migration of on-premises workloads to Azure using Azure Migrate. Database & Storage Management: Configure Azure SQL Managed Instance, Azure Cosmos DB, and Azure Storage solutions (Blobs, Tables, and Files) for data integrity and high availability. Automation & Scripting: Develop automation scripts for system administration and deployment using PowerShell, Bash, and Python. Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with security, development, and operations teams to ensure cloud solutions align with business needs. Required Qualifications Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in cloud engineering with a focus on Microsoft Azure. Cloud Certifications: AZ-104 (Azure Administrator), AZ-305 (Azure Solutions Architect), AZ-500 (Azure Security Engineer), AZ-700 (Azure Network Engineer) or equivalent. Infrastructure & Security Expertise: Hands-on experience with Azure Active Directory (AAD), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and encryption tools. Automation & DevOps: Experience with Terraform, Ansible, Azure DevOps, and CI/CD tools for cloud automation and deployment. Networking & Load Balancing: Strong knowledge of ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, NSGs, Application Gateway, and Load Balancers in Azure. Containerization & Orchestration: Proficiency in Docker, Kubernetes (AKS), and microservices deployment. Scripting & Coding: Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, Python, and JavaScript. Preferred Skills Experience with AWS services (RDS, S3, EC2, CloudFormation) is a plus. Knowledge of Azure Logic Apps, Service Bus, and Azure Functions for serverless computing. Familiarity with incident response and disaster recovery planning in cloud environments. This role provides the opportunity to work in a mission-critical environment, supporting the development and optimization of cloud-based solutions that enhance government IT infrastructure. Seniority level Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Engineering and Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Improvix Technologies by 2x Annapolis Junction, MD $130,000 - $180,000 1 month ago Columbia, MD $70,000 - $130,000 2 months ago Washington DC-Baltimore Area 2 months ago Columbia, MD $49,996.80 - $290,004 4 days ago Silver Spring, MD $81,000 - $97,000 2 weeks ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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