Azure Cloud Engineer

We are seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Engineer to join the team to build, maintain, and support Azure cloud infrastructure, application workloads, security compliance, and rotational support operations.

• Work Arrangement:
  Remote
• Location:
  
  Mechanicsville, VA
• Interview Process:
  Either Webcam or In-Person

• Implement, maintain, and optimize Azure cloud resources (App Services, API Gateways, Function Apps, AVD, AKS).
• Manage identity, security controls, Key Vaults, certificates, and compliance standards (PCI/governance).
• Monitor cloud services, perform diagnostic deep-dives (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics), and troubleshoot performance issues.
• Support automation and deployment workflows using IaC and CI/CD tools.
• Participate in rotational application and operational helpdesk support.

• Azure Engineering: 3+ years managing, implementing, and supporting Microsoft Azure environments.
• Systems & Networking: 2+ years experience in Windows/Linux systems, networking protocols, firewalls, certificates, and load balancers.
• Scripting: 2+ years of experience writing scripts in Power Shell or Python.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): 1+ years experience with Terraform or equivalent.
• Identity & Office Suite: 1+ years experience with Microsoft 365, Power Apps, Single Sign-On (SSO), and Entra .
• Compliance: 1+ years experience implementing PCI or equivalent regulatory compliance controls.
• Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience.

• Certifications: Azure Certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, or similar).
• Containers & Dev Ops: Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD tools (Azure Dev Ops, Jenkins, Git, TFS).
• Virtualization & Governance: Experience with Azure Virtual Desktops (AVD), cloud cost optimization, and enterprise governance frameworks.