Sr. Cloud Engineer I (5875)
Sr. Cloud Engineer I (5875)
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Job Description
The Sr. Cloud Engineer I (Azure Platform) will be responsible for designing deploying and optimizing cloudbased infrastructure within Microsoft Azure. This role requires expertise in Azure architecture automation security best practices and DevOps methodologies. The ideal candidate will work closely with crossfunctional teams to ensure cloud systems are secure scalable and compliant with federal standards.
We know that you cant have greattechnology services without amazing people. At MetroStar we are obsessed with our people and have led a twodecade legacy of building the best and brightest teams. Because we know our future relies on our deep understanding and relentless focus on our people we live by our mission: A passion for our people. Value for our customers.
If you think you can see yourself delivering our mission and pursuing our goals with us then check out the job description below!
What youll do:
- Design implement and maintain Azure cloud infrastructure using Azure Virtual Machines (VMs) Virtual Networks (VNets) Azure SQL Database Blob Storage Managed Disks and Azure Active Directory (AAD).
- Automate Azure resource provisioning and configuration using Terraform Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates and Ansible.
- Implement Azure cloud security best practices including rolebased access control (RBAC) Azure DDoS Protection Microsoft Defender for Cloud encryption at rest/in transit and alignment with FedRAMP NIST and DoD compliance standards.
- Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines using GitLab Jenkins and Azure DevOps Pipelines to streamline deployments and improve delivery velocity.
- Utilize Azure Monitor Azure Log Analytics Azure Application Insights and Azure Activity Logs to track system health troubleshoot issues and enhance performance.
- Configure and optimize Azure Virtual Networks (VNets) Azure DNS Azure Load Balancer Application Gateway and ExpressRoute for secure and scalable connectivity.
- Support Azure cloud migrations and hybrid environments integrating with onpremises infrastructure using Azure Arc Azure Migrate and Azure Site Recovery.
- Develop automation scripts using Python PowerShell and Bash to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual workloads.
- Implement Azure backup strategies including Azure Backup blob lifecycle management and snapshot automation.
- Work closely with government agencies DevOps teams and security engineers to align Azurebased solutions with mission objectives and compliance requirements.
What youll need to succeed:
- You have an active Secret security clearance with eligibility for Top Secret
- Ability to be onsite in Washington DC 5 days/week.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in cloud engineering DevOps or systems administration with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure environments.
- You have an Azure Solutions Architect certification (preferred) or equivalent Azure certification.
- You have strong knowledge of Azure Active Directory (ADD) encryption security monitoring and compliance frameworks (FedRAMP NIST DoD security standards).
- You have handson experience with Terraform Ansible Jenkins GitHub and Azure DevOps services.
- You have experience working in multicloud and hybrid environments integrating Azure and onpremise infrastructure.
- You have strong proficiency in Azure networking services (Virtual Networks Azure DNS VPN Gateway Express Route or Azure Load Balancer/Application Gateway).
- You are proficient in Python PowerShell Bash and YAML/JSON for cloud automation and system management.
Open Until Filled
If a projected salary range is posted for this position it represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of MetroStars total compensation.
Additional Compensation: This role may also be eligible for bonuses and/or additional incentives based on individual and company performance.
Benefits: All fulltime employees are eligible to participate in our benefits programs:
- Health dental and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Parental Leave and dependent care
- Flexible work arrangements
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee assistance and wellness programs
Like we said we are big fans of our people. Thats why we offer a generous benefits package professional growth and valuable time to recharge. Learn more about our company culture code and benefits. Plus check out our accolades.
Commitment to NonDiscrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on merit and without regard to sex race ethnicity age national origin citizenship religion physical or mental disability medical condition genetic information pregnancy family structure marital status ancestry domestic partner status sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran or military status status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal state local or international law.
What we want you to know:
In compliance with federal law all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full Time
