Azure Cloud Engineer

Company: Sparibis
Location: Washington
Posted on: February 1, 2025

Job Description:

Location: 100% Remote
Years' Experience: 2+ years experience
Education: Bachelor degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering or IT related field
Work Authorization: United States Citizenship is required as part of the eligibility criteria to be able to obtain this type of security clearance.
Clearance: Secret security clearance
Key Skills:

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• Must have hands-on experience with DevSecOps tools and integration configurations
  
• Experience designing and architecting technical solutions in the Microsoft Azure ecosystem
  
• Experience with deploying and maintaining Infrastructure-as-Code using declarative languages (Terraform, Docker, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Ansible, and/or Cloud Formation)
  
• Must have experience with GitHub and or GitLab for end-to-end automation of CI/CD containerized pipelines
  
• Must be proficient in one or more scripting (i.e., Python and/or Shell, Bash) languages.
  
• Must have strong Linux system administrator level experience with (Red Hat Linux preferred).
  
• Experience setting up and configuring monitoring tools for log analysis (Nagios, ELK, Grafana, and/or Prometheus) preferred
  
• Currently possess or must have the ability to obtain a CompTIA Security+ certification
  
  Responsibilities:
  
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  • Lead the configuration and integration of Microsoft Azure Cloud Services to enhance business functionality and overall performance.
    
  • Design and architect solutions that integrate Microsoft Azure Cloud with other systems and software to meet complex business requirements.
    
  • Provide expert guidance and leadership to project teams on the customization, configuration, and optimization of Microsoft Azure Cloud Services (e.g. Microsoft Dynamics and Power Platform).
    
  • Deploy new CI/CD workflows and improve the scope of existing ones.
    
  • Manage and maintain cloud infrastructure using IaC and CaC to provision and mitigate vulnerabilities.
    
  • Develop and maintain IaC and CaC to automate system reliability and cybersecurity tasks such as STIG implementation and vulnerability patching.
    
  • Conduct workshops and training sessions to increase proficiency across the organization in using Microsoft technologies effectively.
    
  • Resolve performance bottlenecks in the infrastructure and applications; will be working with the leads of the internally developed applications as well as technical support member for COTS products.
    
  • Stay updated with Microsoft's product strategies and roadmaps to ensure our technology stack remains forward-looking and competitive.
    
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their business needs and translate them into technical requirements and business solutions.
    
  • Ensure compliance with security and data protection standards.
    
  • Manage troubleshooting and provide ongoing support and maintenance for implemented solutions.
    
    Qualifications:
    
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    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT related field.
      
    • Must currently possess or be able to obtain a Secret security clearance.
      
    • Must currently possess an active CompTIA Security+ certification or be able to obtain.
      
    • 2+ years Azure Cloud experience required.
      
    • Experience in configuring, deploying, and managing Microsoft Azure Cloud services and integrations (e.g. dataverse, Power App Connectors).
      
    • Must have hands-on experience with DevSecOps tools and integration configurations.
      
    • Experience designing and architecting technical solutions in the Microsoft Azure ecosystem.
      
    • Experience with deploying and maintaining Infrastructure-as-Code using declarative languages (Terraform, Docker, Jenkins, Kubernetes, Ansible, and/or Cloud Formation).
      
    • Must have experience with GitHub and or GitLab for end-to-end automation of CI/CD containerized pipelines.
      
    • Must be proficient in one or more scripting (i.e., Python and/or Shell, Bash) languages.
      
    • Must have strong Linux system administrator level experience with (Red Hat Linux preferred).
      
    • Experience setting up and configuring monitoring tools for log analysis (Nagios, ELK, Grafana, and/or Prometheus) preferred.
      
    • Experience designing, architecting, and developing Microsoft Azure based solutions.
      
    • Experience with PowerApps, Power BI, Power App Connectors, and Power Automate a bonus.
      
    • Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor teams in complex technical environments.
      
    • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
      
    • Experience in government or defense contracting environment a bonus.
      
    • Microsoft certifications in Dynamics 365, Power Platform, or Azure desired.
      
      About Sparibis:
      Sparibis LLC is a professional solution firm that Clients rely on to access the best talent to drive their business success.
      Sparibis is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
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