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Network Designs

Azure Cloud Engineer

Network Designs, Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022


Join Our Team as a Azure Cloud Engineer!Requirement:

U.S. Citizenship

Location:

This position is currently hybrid (remote/onsite) and will require working onsite at twice a week.

Clearance:

Candidate must be able to obtain Public Trust clearanceJob Description:

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Azure Cloud Engineer to manage, monitor, and support our Azure cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud technologies, specifically Azure, and possess the ability to ensure the reliability, security, and optimal performance of our cloud operating environment. This individual will be a key player in managing and maintaining the organization's cloud infrastructure on the Azure platform. The candidate will work closely with engineering and architecture support teams, and should be adept at managing Azure identities and governance, implementing and managing virtual storage and deploying & managing Azure compute resources.

Military Veterans Encouraged to Apply.

About NDi:

Network Designs, Inc. (NDi) is a leading Federal contractor specializing in designing, developing, and delivering information technology and network solutions for government customers. Founded in 1985, NDi's firmly defined core values have driven all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to our company's success and the establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At NDi, we believe that our people are the cornerstone of our success, and we value collaboration, career growth, and winning ideas.

Why NDi?

We value our employees and offer a competitive salary along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Matched 401(k) Plan

NDi-Paid Life Insurance

Pet Insurance

Legal Resources

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Federal Holidays

Qualifications and Experience :

B.S. degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

A minimum of 5 years of Azure Cloud Engineering experience

Strong knowledge of cloud architecture and Azure infrastructure.

Proficient in Azure services such as Virtual Machines, Azure App Services, Azure Storage, Azure Networking, and more.

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Azure certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, or similar are highly desirable.

Knowledge of hybrid cloud solutions and integration with on-premises infrastructure, is a plus

Familiarity with other cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud Platform) is a plus.

Responsibilities:

Deploy, configure, and manage Azure resources, including virtual machines, storage accounts, virtual network resources.

Setting up and managing virtual machines, monitoring the performance of the cloud environment, provisioning and managing virtual storage volumes, and networking resources to support cloud-based applications.

Collaborate with systems administrators, developers, stakeholders, and leadership to develop consensus-based outcomes around cloud infrastructure provisioning, monitoring, management, and troubleshooting.

Setting up public and private cloud environments.

Develop tools, scripts or templates that automate cloud security controls, governance, compliance validations and operational processes.

Monitor and maintain Azure infrastructure to ensure optimal performance, availability, and security.

Maintaining Azure profiles and subscriptions.

Implementing and managing cost-effective cloud systems

Set up and configure monitoring and alerting for Azure resources using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.

Implement and manage Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates for infrastructure as code (IaaC) deployments.

Manage Azure security solutions, such as Azure Security Center, Azure Sentinel, and Azure Key Vault. Ensure security best practices and compliance with industry standards.

Implement and manage role-based access control (RBAC) and identity management.

Develop and implement backup and disaster recovery strategies using Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery.

Conduct regular backup and recovery tests to ensure data integrity and availability.

Troubleshooting and resolving issues related to Azure services.

Working closely with other teams, such as developers, security experts, and DevOps engineers, to deliver seamless Azure-powered solutions.

Assist in the design and architecture of cloud solutions to meet business requirements.

Provide technical support and expertise to engineering teammates and other stakeholders.

Documenting configurations, processes, and procedures.

Providing regular reports on the status and performance of the Azure environment.

What We're Looking For:

A collaborative team player who can work independently and prioritize critical tasks in a fast-paced environment.

A candidate with a passion for technology and a desire to make a meaningful impact.

Apply Now:

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to join one of the fastest-growing companies in Federal contracting!