Azure Cloud Engineer

Job Description Clearance Requirement: Top SecretEmployment Status: Full TimeClassification: ExemptTravel Required: NOLocation: Bluemont VA/HybridApplied Computing Technologies (ACT) is seeking a talented, full-time Cloud Engineer with experience designing and implementing solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform. This role requires hands-on implementation of cloud infrastructure solutions to meet the complex requirements of a Federal Government customer. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cloud technologies, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure as part of a multi-cloud environment strategy. This role involves working closely with other engineers within a team environment to manage, support, and optimize the customer’s cloud infrastructure.Key Responsibilities:Assist in the deployment, configuration, and management of Azure cloud services, including virtual machines, storage accounts, and networking.Monitor and troubleshoot Azure environment to ensure optimal performance, security, and compliance (to meet Federal Government standards such as NIST, DoD STIG, DHS 4300, etc.).Provide support for cloud migration projects by helping to plan and execute the migration of on-premise workloads to Azure.Participant in the development and maintenance of documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), diagrams, technical guides, and after-action reports. Stay current with the latest Azure technologies, updates, and trends, and share knowledge with the team.Qualifications:Three years work experience in Azure Must have a Top Secret ClearanceSolid Understanding of Azure cloud servicesExperience using Terraform/Infrastructure as Code (IAC) solution is a mustProficiency in PowerShell and/or Azure CLIRelevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified Azure Fundamentals, Azure Administrator Associate, or similar are a plusStrong troubleshooting skills with a keen eye for detailExcellent communication and teamwork skills, with a willingness to learn and take on new challengesAbility to consult with customers to assist in the extraction of technical requirements from business objectivesExperience with other IAC (Ansible, Kubernetes, Puppet, Azure Resource Manager, etc.) technologies/tools is a plus but not requiredExperience with Azure VMware Solution is plus but not requiredCompany DescriptionApplied Computing Technologies Inc. is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned companyCompany DescriptionApplied Computing Technologies Inc. is a Service Disabled Veteran Owned company