Azure Cloud Engineer, Junior Level

Independent Software • Columbia, MD

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About The Position

As a Junior Azure Cloud Engineer at Independent Software, you will help design, implement, and support Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 cloud environments. You will assist organizations with modernizing IT infrastructure, migrating systems and applications to the cloud, and maintaining secure, reliable, and efficient cloud operations.

Working alongside experienced engineers and cross-functional technical teams, you will deploy cloud solutions, support hybrid environments, automate administrative tasks, and troubleshoot technical challenges. The role provides opportunities to build cloud engineering skills and contribute to cloud migration and infrastructure projects.

Requirements

• Must possess at least one current Microsoft Azure certification.
• Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy Azure solutions, including VNets, VPNs, load balancers, Azure AD, and App Services.
• Administer Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, compliance features, and identity integrations.
• Support hybrid cloud environments, including Azure AD Connect and Exchange Hybrid configurations.
• Lead smaller migration projects, including mailbox migrations, SharePoint Online migrations, and application rehosting to Azure.
• Automate cloud administration tasks using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Microsoft Graph API.
• Monitor Azure and Microsoft 365 environments, optimize resources, and troubleshoot performance issues.
• Support cloud security, access management, and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, networking, and other technical teams to ensure secure and reliable cloud operations.

Benefits

• Ongoing training, mentorship, and career development.
• Competitive compensation.
• Generous benefits.
• Work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed