Azure Engineer II
About The Position
The Azure Cloud Engineer II Position Summary describes a role focused on supporting and enhancing enterprise cloud infrastructure and platform services. This position is responsible for the design, implementation, security, automation, and maintenance of Microsoft Azure environments to support critical business operations. The ideal candidate will have significant experience with Azure infrastructure, identity and access management, networking, automation, security best practices, and hybrid cloud integrations. This role requires both deep technical expertise and the ability to collaborate effectively with various teams, including engineering, operations, security, and application development.
Requirements
- 3–7+ years of experience in systems engineering, infrastructure engineering, or cloud engineering
- 2+ years of hands-on Microsoft Azure administration and engineering experience
- Strong understanding of: Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Storage, Azure Networking, Entra ID (Azure AD), Azure Monitor / Log Analytics, Azure Backup and Site Recovery
- Experience with PowerShell automation and scripting
- Knowledge of Windows Server administration and hybrid identity environments
- Experience with enterprise networking concepts including DNS, routing, firewalls, and VPN technologies
- Understanding of cloud security best practices and Zero Trust principles
- Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code concepts and tooling
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Azure DevOps or Bicep
- Experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
- Experience with Microsoft Sentinel
- Experience with Azure Virtual Desktop
- Experience with Intune and endpoint management
- Experience with DevOps pipelines and Git repositories
- Experience supporting regulated or government environments
- Microsoft Azure certifications such as: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
Responsibilities
- Design, deploy, and manage Microsoft Azure infrastructure and cloud-native services
- Support hybrid cloud environments integrating on-premises infrastructure with Azure services
- Implement and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates
- Administer Azure networking components including VNets, NSGs, Load Balancers, VPNs, ExpressRoute, and firewalls
- Manage Azure identity and security services including Entra ID (Azure AD), Conditional Access, RBAC, and MFA
- Monitor and optimize cloud performance, availability, scalability, and cost management
- Implement automation using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and scripting technologies
- Support Azure governance initiatives including policies, tagging strategies, and compliance standards
- Configure and manage backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions
- Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to implement security hardening and vulnerability remediation
- Troubleshoot complex cloud and hybrid infrastructure issues
- Support CI/CD integration and DevOps workflows where applicable
- Maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and architecture diagrams
- Participate in after-hours maintenance and escalation support as needed
Benefits
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance options
- Simple IRA with matching
- Robust Paid Vacation Policy
- Continuing Education Assistance
- Short Term Disability
- Company provided life insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
