Azure MSP Cloud Engineer
About The Position
We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Intermediate Azure Cloud Engineer to join our Managed Services team in Irvine, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management, optimization, and troubleshooting of complex Azure environments for a diverse portfolio of clients. As a key member of our technical team, you will bridge the gap between initial cloud architecture and ongoing operational excellence. The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation in Azure, a "security-first" mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-client environment.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of hands-on experience in Azure cloud engineering or administration within an MSP or enterprise environment.
- Deep understanding of Azure Networking (NSGs, ASGs, VPN Gateways, Firewalls).
- Deep understanding of Azure Storage Account.
- Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Azure CLI, or Python.
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions).
- Solid knowledge of Windows and Linux Server administration.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, the ability to prioritize tasks in a high-pressure environment, and clear professional communication skills.
- Must be able to work 100% on-site at our Irvine, CA office.
Nice To Haves
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) is highly preferred.
- Progress toward AZ-305 (Solutions Architect) or AZ-500 (Security Engineer) is a plus.
- Experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or Docker.
- Experience with "Lift & Shift" or Refactoring migrations from on-premises to Azure.
- Korean language proficiency is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provision, configure, and manage Azure resources including Virtual Machines, VNet, Azure SQL, App Services, and Storage Accounts.
- Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM Templates to standardize and automate deployments.
- Manage Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), implement Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), and ensure compliance using Azure Policy and Microsoft Defender for Cloud.
- Utilize Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights to proactively monitor performance and troubleshoot issues.
- Analyze client cloud spend using Azure Cost Management and provide actionable recommendations for cost optimization (Rightsizing, Reserved Instances, etc.).
- Implement and test robust backup and recovery solutions using Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery (ASR).
- Act as an escalation point for complex technical issues, performing Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and documenting resolutions.
- Interface with clients to understand technical requirements and provide updates on infrastructure health and project status.
Benefits
- Your growth is our growth.
- Management is here to empower you and clear roadblocks, not to micromanage.
- We won't ask you to do anything we're not willing to do ourselves.
- Your voice and designs will directly shape our technical roadmap and our clients' success.
- You'll work on the latest tech to solve real problems.
- We believe mistakes are learning opportunities, not failures.
- We seek diverse talent who are ready to make an immediate impact.
- We believe that innovation thrives when teams are built with a variety of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
