Sr. Cloud Engineer

The Sr. Cloud Engineer (Azure) I will be responsible for designing, deploying, and optimizing cloud-based infrastructure within Microsoft Azure. This role requires expertise in Azure architecture, automation, security best practices, and DevOps methodologies. The ideal candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure cloud systems are secure, scalable, and compliant with federal standards.

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Location: Washington D.C. (on-site)

Clearance: Secret

What you'll do:

• Cloud Infrastructure Management: Design, implement, and maintain Azure cloud infrastructure using Azure Virtual Machines (VMs), Virtual Networks (VNets), Azure SQL Database, Blob Storage, Managed Disks, and Azure Active Directory (AAD).
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Automate Azure resource provisioning and configuration using Terraform, Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, and Ansible.
• Security & Compliance: Implement Azure cloud security best practices, including role-based access control (RBAC), Azure DDoS Protection, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, encryption at rest/in transit, and alignment with FedRAMP, NIST, and DoD compliance standards.
• CI/CD Pipeline Management: Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines using GitLab, Jenkins, and Azure DevOps Pipelines to streamline deployments and improve delivery velocity.
• Monitoring & Optimization: Utilize Azure Monitor, Azure Log Analytics, Azure Application Insights, and Azure Activity Logs to track system health, troubleshoot issues, and enhance performance.
• Networking & Load Balancing: Configure and optimize Azure Virtual Networks (VNets), Azure DNS, Azure Load Balancer, Application Gateway, and ExpressRoute for secure and scalable connectivity.
• Hybrid Cloud & Migration: Support Azure cloud migrations and hybrid environments, integrating with on-premises infrastructure using Azure Arc, Azure Migrate, and Azure Site Recovery.Automation & Scripting: Develop automation scripts using Python, PowerShell, and Bash to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual workloads.
• Disaster Recovery & Backup Solutions: Implement Azure backup strategies, including Azure Backup, blob lifecycle management, and snapshot automation.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with government agencies, DevOps teams, and security engineers to align Azure-based solutions with mission objectives and compliance requirements.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Active Secret security clearance.
• Azure Solutions Architect certification (preferred) or equivalent Azure certification.
• 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, or systems administration, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure environments.
• 3+ years of experience with Azure Cloud Engineering, IaC (Terraform), GiLab, and CI/CD pipelines.
• 4+ years of experience with PowerShell scripting.
• Hands-on experience with Ansible, Jenkins, GitHub, and Azure DevOps services.
• Experience working in multi-cloud and hybrid environments integrating Azure and on-premise infrastructure.
• Strong proficiency in Azure networking services (e.g., Virtual Networks, Azure DNS, VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute, or Azure Load Balancer/Application Gateway).
• Strong knowledge of Azure Active Directory (AAD), encryption, security monitoring, and compliance frameworks (e.g., FedRAMP, NIST, DoD security standards). xhqgsiq
• Proficiency in Python, PowerShell, Bash, and YAML/JSON for cloud automation and system management.