Title: Senior Azure Cloud Engineer
Location: Reston VA (Hybrid Remote)
Terms: Full Time/Permanent
Security Clearance: None
Our client seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Engineer to design implement and manage cloudbased solutions using Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud infrastructure automation and security with handson experience in deploying and maintaining scalable secure and resilient Azure environments. Responsibilities include configuring virtual networks managing Azure resources optimizing performance and supporting DevOps practices through CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Strong problemsolving skills and a deep understanding of Azure services are essential.
Requirements
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor s degree in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related discipline.
Over 8 years of experience in cloud architecture including 3 years with a primary focus on Microsoft Azure.
Strong grasp of cloudnative architecture principles and digital transformation strategies.
Handson experience with Azure services across compute data messaging networking ingress security and governance following best practices.
Familiarity with DevOps methodologies continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) and modern software development lifecycle (SDLC) frameworks.
Proven leadership in managing crossfunctional teams engineering operations and security in complex enterprisescale environments.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to unify diverse technical perspectives.
Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide junior engineers and architects.
Track record of achieving operational efficiencies and scalability in cloud deployments.
Indepth knowledge of monitoring and observability tools such as Azure Monitor and Log Analytics.
Skilled in developing costefficient disaster recovery and business continuity strategies.
Capable of linking technical architectures to business outcomes and quantifying value in financial terms.
Experienced in translating business requirements into robust highly available cloudbased solutions
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience leading largescale Azure migrations including hybrid and multicloud environments.
Azure certifications are a plus.
Understanding of domaindriven design (DDD) and eventdriven architecture (EDA) concepts.
Knowledge of modern security architectures including zero trust and policybased access controls.
Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or Bicep is preferred.
U.S. Citizenship is required due to client requirements along with the ability to obtain and maintain a Trusted Role.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- VSP Vision Plan
- 4 Weeks of Paid Time Off (Vacation Sick Personal Time)
- Holiday Break between Christmas and New Years
- 7 Federal Holidays
- 401K with generous company match
- Tuition Reimbursement additional continuing education benefits
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Short/Long Term Disability
- Life Insurance Option
Basic Qualifications: Bachelor s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related discipline. Over 8 years of experience in cloud architecture, including 3+ years with a primary focus on Microsoft Azure. Strong grasp of cloud-native architecture principles and digital transformation strategies. Hands-on experience with Azure services across compute, data, messaging, networking, ingress, security, and governance, following best practices. Familiarity with DevOps methodologies, continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD), and modern software development lifecycle (SDLC) frameworks. Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams engineering, operations, and security in complex, enterprise-scale environments. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to unify diverse technical perspectives. Demonstrated ability to mentor and guide junior engineers and architects. Track record of achieving operational efficiencies and scalability in cloud deployments. In-depth knowledge of monitoring and observability tools such as Azure Monitor and Log Analytics. Skilled in developing cost-efficient disaster recovery and business continuity strategies. Capable of linking technical architectures to business outcomes and quantifying value in financial terms. Experienced in translating business requirements into robust, highly available cloud-based solutions Preferred Qualifications: Experience leading large-scale Azure migrations, including hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Azure certifications are a plus. Understanding of domain-driven design (DDD) and event-driven architecture (EDA) concepts. Knowledge of modern security architectures, including zero trust and policy-based access controls. Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, such as Terraform or Bicep, is preferred. U.S. Citizenship is required due to client requirements, along with the ability to obtain and maintain a Trusted Role.