Improvix Technologies, Inc.
Azure Cloud Engineer (Secret Clearance Required)
Improvix Technologies, Inc., Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022
Azure Cloud Engineer
Location:
Washington, DC (Onsite - 5 Days per Week) Clearance:
Secret Clearance Required
About the Role:
The
Azure Cloud Engineer
will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure solutions within Microsoft Azure. This role requires a strong understanding of cloud architecture, automation, and security best practices. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), cloud networking, security management, and containerization technologies.
Key Responsibilities: Cloud Architecture & Implementation:
Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-availability, and fault-tolerant cloud infrastructure in Azure. Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
Utilize
Terraform, ARM templates, and PowerShell
to automate provisioning and configuration of cloud resources. Security & Compliance:
Implement and enforce cloud security best practices using
Azure Security Center, Key Vault, and Azure Policy
to ensure compliance with federal standards. CI/CD & Automation:
Build and manage CI/CD pipelines using
Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, and GitLab
for seamless deployment of microservices. Cloud Networking & Access Control:
Configure and troubleshoot
Azure Virtual Networks (VNets), Network Security Groups (NSGs), VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute, and Azure Front Door
to optimize global routing and failover strategies. Containerization & Orchestration:
Deploy and manage
Docker containers and Kubernetes clusters (Azure Kubernetes Service - AKS)
to support scalable applications. Cloud Monitoring & Optimization:
Utilize
Azure Monitor, Azure Advisor, and Log Analytics
to assess system health, optimize resource utilization, and ensure cost-effectiveness. Hybrid Cloud & Migration Support:
Perform discovery, assessment, and migration of on-premises workloads to Azure using
Azure Migrate . Database & Storage Management:
Configure
Azure SQL Managed Instance, Azure Cosmos DB, and Azure Storage solutions (Blobs, Tables, and Files)
for data integrity and high availability. Automation & Scripting:
Develop automation scripts for system administration and deployment using
PowerShell, Bash, and Python . Stakeholder Collaboration:
Work closely with security, development, and operations teams to ensure cloud solutions align with business needs. Required Qualifications:
Experience:
Minimum
5 years
of experience in cloud engineering with a focus on Microsoft Azure. Cloud Certifications:
AZ-104 (Azure Administrator), AZ-305 (Azure Solutions Architect), AZ-500 (Azure Security Engineer), AZ-700 (Azure Network Engineer)
or equivalent. Infrastructure & Security Expertise:
Hands-on experience with
Azure Active Directory (AAD), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and encryption tools . Automation & DevOps:
Experience with
Terraform, Ansible, Azure DevOps, and CI/CD tools
for cloud automation and deployment. Networking & Load Balancing:
Strong knowledge of
ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, NSGs, Application Gateway, and Load Balancers
in Azure. Containerization & Orchestration:
Proficiency in
Docker, Kubernetes (AKS), and microservices deployment . Scripting & Coding:
Strong scripting skills in
PowerShell, Bash, Python, and JavaScript . Preferred Skills:
Experience with
AWS
services (RDS, S3, EC2, CloudFormation) is a plus. Knowledge of
Azure Logic Apps, Service Bus, and Azure Functions
for serverless computing. Familiarity with
incident response and disaster recovery planning
in cloud environments.
This role provides the opportunity to work in a mission-critical environment, supporting the development and optimization of cloud-based solutions that enhance government IT infrastructure. Skills & Requirements Qualifications
At we understand the importance of secure and reliable IT solutions. To this end, our stellar track record highlights our consistent delivery of cost-effective, strongly-secure, and highly-integrated IT solutions that exceed customers' expectations and enhance the Government's technology landscape. We invite you to join our dynamic organization serving federal and corporate clients. Improvix Technologies offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package to provide our employees with financial and health protection and advantages they deserve. Our benefits include 401K matching, life insurance, up to four weeks of paid annual leave, transit and training compensation, health, dental and vision benefits.
Improvix Technologies, Inc.is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, disability status or any other class protected by law. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
Location:
Washington, DC (Onsite - 5 Days per Week) Clearance:
Secret Clearance Required
About the Role:
The
Azure Cloud Engineer
will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure solutions within Microsoft Azure. This role requires a strong understanding of cloud architecture, automation, and security best practices. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC), cloud networking, security management, and containerization technologies.
Key Responsibilities: Cloud Architecture & Implementation:
Design, develop, and maintain scalable, high-availability, and fault-tolerant cloud infrastructure in Azure. Infrastructure as Code (IaC):
Utilize
Terraform, ARM templates, and PowerShell
to automate provisioning and configuration of cloud resources. Security & Compliance:
Implement and enforce cloud security best practices using
Azure Security Center, Key Vault, and Azure Policy
to ensure compliance with federal standards. CI/CD & Automation:
Build and manage CI/CD pipelines using
Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, and GitLab
for seamless deployment of microservices. Cloud Networking & Access Control:
Configure and troubleshoot
Azure Virtual Networks (VNets), Network Security Groups (NSGs), VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute, and Azure Front Door
to optimize global routing and failover strategies. Containerization & Orchestration:
Deploy and manage
Docker containers and Kubernetes clusters (Azure Kubernetes Service - AKS)
to support scalable applications. Cloud Monitoring & Optimization:
Utilize
Azure Monitor, Azure Advisor, and Log Analytics
to assess system health, optimize resource utilization, and ensure cost-effectiveness. Hybrid Cloud & Migration Support:
Perform discovery, assessment, and migration of on-premises workloads to Azure using
Azure Migrate . Database & Storage Management:
Configure
Azure SQL Managed Instance, Azure Cosmos DB, and Azure Storage solutions (Blobs, Tables, and Files)
for data integrity and high availability. Automation & Scripting:
Develop automation scripts for system administration and deployment using
PowerShell, Bash, and Python . Stakeholder Collaboration:
Work closely with security, development, and operations teams to ensure cloud solutions align with business needs. Required Qualifications:
Experience:
Minimum
5 years
of experience in cloud engineering with a focus on Microsoft Azure. Cloud Certifications:
AZ-104 (Azure Administrator), AZ-305 (Azure Solutions Architect), AZ-500 (Azure Security Engineer), AZ-700 (Azure Network Engineer)
or equivalent. Infrastructure & Security Expertise:
Hands-on experience with
Azure Active Directory (AAD), Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), and encryption tools . Automation & DevOps:
Experience with
Terraform, Ansible, Azure DevOps, and CI/CD tools
for cloud automation and deployment. Networking & Load Balancing:
Strong knowledge of
ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, NSGs, Application Gateway, and Load Balancers
in Azure. Containerization & Orchestration:
Proficiency in
Docker, Kubernetes (AKS), and microservices deployment . Scripting & Coding:
Strong scripting skills in
PowerShell, Bash, Python, and JavaScript . Preferred Skills:
Experience with
AWS
services (RDS, S3, EC2, CloudFormation) is a plus. Knowledge of
Azure Logic Apps, Service Bus, and Azure Functions
for serverless computing. Familiarity with
incident response and disaster recovery planning
in cloud environments.
This role provides the opportunity to work in a mission-critical environment, supporting the development and optimization of cloud-based solutions that enhance government IT infrastructure. Skills & Requirements Qualifications
At we understand the importance of secure and reliable IT solutions. To this end, our stellar track record highlights our consistent delivery of cost-effective, strongly-secure, and highly-integrated IT solutions that exceed customers' expectations and enhance the Government's technology landscape. We invite you to join our dynamic organization serving federal and corporate clients. Improvix Technologies offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package to provide our employees with financial and health protection and advantages they deserve. Our benefits include 401K matching, life insurance, up to four weeks of paid annual leave, transit and training compensation, health, dental and vision benefits.
Improvix Technologies, Inc.is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, disability status or any other class protected by law. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.