Azure Engineer

Piper Companies is seeking an Azure Engineer to support and enhance cloud infrastructure for a client operating within the government contracting and secure services industry. The Azure Engineer role is ideal for a hands-on cloud professional with strong Azure experience, deep Active Directory knowledge, and a background in building and supporting Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) solutions.

Responsibilities of the Azure Engineer:

* Design, build, and maintain Azure-based infrastructure in a secure, IL5-compliant environment

* Architect and implement Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) solutions, including image management, scaling, and performance optimization

* Support and administer Active Directory, Azure AD, and identity integrations across hybrid environments

* Collaborate directly with customers to gather requirements, provide technical guidance, and troubleshoot issues

* Monitor, maintain, and improve cloud reliability, security, and performance

* Partner with internal engineering, security, and operations teams to support cloud modernization efforts

Qualifications of the Azure Engineer:

* 5+ years of experience in cloud or infrastructure engineering

* Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure services and architecture

* Proven experience building and supporting Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), preferably in IL5 or other regulated environments

* Deep knowledge of Active Directory, Azure AD, group policy, and identity management

* Customer-facing experience with strong communication and problem-solving skills

* Experience supporting hybrid cloud environments (on-prem + Azure)

Compensation for the Azure Engineer includes:

* Salary range: $130,000 - $150,000 depending on experience

* Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO

This job opens for applications on 06/05/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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