Senior Azure Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Atlas•Wichita, KS

18h

About The Position

Atlas is seeking a Senior Azure Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to own, maintain, and optimize its Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 environments. The role serves as the technical lead for cloud infrastructure, ensuring the availability, security, performance, and scalability of enterprise systems supporting aerospace and defense operations. The position is hands-on and focuses on Azure cloud services, hybrid environments, Microsoft 365 technologies, identity management, networking, and security controls. It also drives operational excellence through automation, monitoring, governance, and continuous improvement while supporting compliance requirements in a regulated environment. The engineer administers cloud infrastructure and Microsoft 365 services; supports identity and access management, cloud security, networking, monitoring, backup, and disaster recovery; and troubleshoots infrastructure issues. The role also develops automation, contributes to Infrastructure as Code initiatives and documentation, and serves as a senior escalation point. It provides technical guidance to IT team members and participates in infrastructure planning, architecture discussions, and technology roadmaps.

Requirements

At least 5 years of IT infrastructure, systems engineering, or cloud administration experience.
At least 3 years of hands-on experience supporting Microsoft Azure environments.
Strong experience administering Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Entra ID.
Experience managing hybrid cloud and on-premises infrastructure.
Knowledge of cloud networking, VPNs, firewalls, virtual networks, DNS, and related technologies.
Experience with Azure Backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning.
Proficiency with PowerShell scripting and automation.
Experience troubleshooting complex infrastructure and cloud-related issues.
Understanding of cybersecurity principles, identity management, and access controls.
Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
A bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related field is preferred; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience will be considered.

Nice To Haves

Experience with Infrastructure as Code, including Terraform, Azure Bicep, or ARM Templates.
Experience with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Sentinel.
Experience supporting regulated industries such as aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or government contracting.
Familiarity with Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions.
Knowledge of CMMC, NIST 800-171, or similar compliance frameworks.
Experience with Azure Virtual Desktop and Microsoft Intune.
Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104).
Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500).
Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert (MS-102).
CompTIA Security+.
CISSP.

Responsibilities

Manage, maintain, and optimize Microsoft Azure resources, including virtual machines, networking, storage, backup, and platform services.
Administer hybrid cloud environments integrated with on-premises infrastructure.
Ensure the availability, reliability, and performance of cloud-based systems and services.
Execute cloud capacity planning and resource management initiatives.
Administer Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, Microsoft Teams, Intune, and related technologies.
Manage Microsoft Entra ID, including user provisioning, role management, Conditional Access Policies, MFA, and Single Sign-On (SSO).
Maintain secure identity and access management practices aligned with the principle of least privilege.
Partner with cybersecurity teams to maintain a secure cloud environment.
Support compliance with CMMC, NIST 800-171, and other regulatory requirements.
Review, investigate, and remediate security alerts and vulnerabilities across Azure and Microsoft 365 platforms.
Assist with security audits, risk assessments, and implementation of corrective actions.
Configure and maintain monitoring, alerting, and reporting solutions using Azure Monitor and related tools.
Manage backup, recovery, and business continuity strategies.
Conduct periodic disaster recovery testing and validation exercises.
Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure incidents and performance issues.
Administer cloud networking components, including virtual networks, VPN connectivity, firewalls, and network security controls.
Support hybrid connectivity between Azure and on-premises systems.
Monitor cloud spending and recommend cost optimization opportunities.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support business projects and infrastructure initiatives.
Develop and maintain automation solutions using PowerShell and other scripting tools.
Improve operational efficiency through process standardization and automation.
Contribute to infrastructure documentation, standards, and best practices.
Support Infrastructure as Code (IaC) initiatives using Terraform, Bicep, or similar technologies.
Serve as the senior escalation point for complex cloud, infrastructure, and Microsoft 365 issues.
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to other IT team members.
Participate in infrastructure planning, architecture discussions, and technology roadmaps.