Azure Cloud Engineer

Job Summary (List Format):

- Design implement manage and support cloud-based infrastructure and services primarily in Microsoft Azure.
- Work in a hybrid (on-site/remote) capacity; must be local to the area.
- Collaborate closely with development security and operations teams to ensure a secure scalable and business-aligned Azure environment.
- Implement and manage Azure IaaS PaaS and SaaS solutions including Azure VMs Storage Networking Entra ID App Services and more.
- Automate cloud infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as ARM Templates Bicep and Terraform.
- Monitor and govern Azure resources using Azure Monitor Log Analytics Azure Policy and Application Insights.
- Maintain and implement security best practices including Zero Trust RBAC NSGs Private Endpoints Key Vault and backup/DR solutions.
- Lead or participate in Azure migrations including hybrid cloud setups application modernization and on-premises server migrations.
- Support hybrid cloud environments integrating on-premises systems with Azure services and utilizing tools like Azure Arc and Azure Stack.
- Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate Azure services into CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
- Optimize resource usage and manage costs through Azure Cost Management and budgeting tools.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud architecture configurations and operational procedures.
- Stay current on Azure innovations and recommend updates to cloud strategies and best practices.

Required Skills & Experience:
- 5 years in cloud engineering or IT infrastructure with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure.
- Hands-on experience with key Azure services (VMs Storage Networking Entra ID Hybrid App/Function/Logic Apps AKS Key Vault Application Gateway Firewall Load Balancing).
- Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell Azure CLI Python).
- Strong experience with IaC tools (ARM templates Bicep Terraform).
- Solid understanding of networking identity and security in Azure environments.
- Familiarity with hybrid cloud integration and large-scale/scalable Azure infrastructures.
- Strong analytical troubleshooting communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
- Preferred: Azure certifications (AZ-104 AZ-305 AZ-400); experience with monitoring alerting cost management and hybrid cloud tools.
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science IT or related field (or equivalent experience).

Note:
- This is a W2 position; no sponsorship available.
- Must be local and able to work in a hybrid environment.