Azure Systems Administrator Security Clearance

Overview

Versar Global Solutions is headquartered in Washington, DC, providing full mission lifecycle solutions for government and commercial customers in the natural, built, and digital environments. With nearly 2,000 team members worldwide and a 70+ year legacy, Versar delivers planning, analysis and risk management solutions, project and program management, operations and maintenance services, and information technology applications for environmental management and remediation projects, mission critical facilities and installations, and readiness and contingency operations.

What You Are:
Are you a talented and innovative cloud engineer eager to make a difference in the world? Join us as an Azure Systems Administrator and lead the charge in developing, implementing, and supporting cutting-edge geospatial technologies. In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with our Geospatial & Digital Solutions (GDS) Market Sector team to support IR&D and customer-focused projects within a multi-disciplinary organization to achieve specific goals.

The ideal candidate will focus on leveraging cloud solutions and digital tools to improve efficiency, scalability, and the overall digital experience for internal teams and external customers. Reporting directly to the Director of our Digital HUB Team, the ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Azure cloud services, geospatial data storage solutions, and ensuring the availability and security of data, services, and input systems.

What You’ll Do

• Manage and maintain Azure cloud resources supporting geospatial data workflows.
• Implement and monitor data storage solutions, ensuring data integrity and availability.
• Collaborate with GIS teams to optimize cloud infrastructure for spatial data processing.
• Support IT teams and end-users in a collaborative environment.
• Implement systems utilizing edge server hardware and software, including GPU integration and system architecture fundamentals.
• Ensure compliance with data security standards and best practices.
• Document system configurations, procedures, and support activities related to data infrastructure.

What You’ll Bring

• Minimum 5 years of Azure cloud administration experience both with cloud services and data management.
• Proven experience managing SaaS-specific cloud systems (multi-tenancy, auto-scaling, and zero-downtime deployments).
• Proven experience managing and supporting a ticketing system (e.g., Service Now, Jira, Zendesk).
• Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified:
  Azure Administrator Associate, or equivalent are preferred.
• Experience supporting customer-facing products with focus on uptime, throughput, and low latency.
• Familiarity with geospatial data formats and storage solutions.
• Familiarity with virtualization, containerization, and infrastructure-as-code tools is a plus.
• Familiarity with edge nodes and edge computing is a plus.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must be proficient in English, both written and verbal, to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
• Successful results of pre-employment screenings, including federal background check, MVR, and drug screen.
• Comply with company drug and alcohol policy.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance.

Preferred Skills & Certifications

• Strong Project Management
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to plan, organize, and manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.
• Digital and Technology Expertise:
  Understanding of various digital technologies, platforms, and tools relevant to the programs objectives.
• Communication and Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, build relationships, and influence decision-making.
• Problem-Solving and Analytical
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to identify and solve complex problems, analyze data, and make data-driven decisions.
• Leadership and Team Management
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to lead and motivate teams, build consensus, and drive collaboration.
• Customer Knowledge:
  Familiarity with Federal Market and technical approaches related to next-generation cloud, network, and cybersecurity…