What You'll Do

• Design and implement Azure-based architectures for enterprise applications, data, and infrastructure.
• Develop scalable, secure, and cost-efficient solutions to meet current and future business needs.
• Provide architectural guidance to engineering and operations teams.
• Lead the adoption of Azure best practices, tools, and methodologies across the organization.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define cloud strategies and roadmaps.
• Evaluate and recommend Azure services and third-party tools to optimize solutions.
• Establish governance frameworks, including Azure Policies, RBAC, and tagging strategies.
• Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, and SOC 2.
• Design architectures with a focus on high availability, disaster recovery, and performance optimization.
• Monitor and enhance system performance using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.
• Lead cloud migration projects, including planning, execution, and risk management.
• Modernize legacy applications and systems for Azure compatibility using cloud-native technologies.
• Incorporate DevOps principles, including CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure as Code (IaC), using tools like Bicep, and Azure DevOps.
• Develop automated workflows for resource provisioning and management.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including developers, operations, and security teams.
• Mentor junior architects and administrators on Azure technologies and solution design.
• Design, implement, and manage Azure infrastructure, including virtual machines, storage, networking, and identity management.
• Monitor and optimize the performance and cost of Azure resources.
• Implement and maintain security best practices, including Azure Security Center, Azure Policy, and role-based access control (RBAC).
• Ensure compliance with organizational and industry-specific standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOC).
• Develop and maintain automation scripts and templates (e.g., PowerShell, ARM, Bicep, Terraform) to streamline cloud operations.
• Automate routine tasks, such as resource provisioning, monitoring, and scaling.
• Set up and manage Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights to ensure system health and performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Azure services and applications.
• Design and implement backup strategies using Azure Backup and Recovery Services.
• Develop and test disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
• Configure and manage Azure Virtual Networks, VPNs, ExpressRoute, and load balancers.
• Ensure secure and reliable connectivity between on-premises and Azure environments.
• Work closely with developers, DevOps teams, and other stakeholders to provide Azure expertise and support.
• Mentor and train junior administrators on Azure best practices.
• Other duties as assigned

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• 5+ years of IT experience, with at least 3 years specializing in Azure administration and the utilization of Bicep.
• Proven experience with Azure services, infrastructure-as-code tools specifically Bicep, and cloud security.
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (required).
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or other advanced certifications (preferred).
• Proficiency in PowerShell, Azure CLI, and automation tools like Terraform, Bicep or ARM templates.
• Strong understanding of networking concepts (DNS, routing, firewalls).
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience with hybrid cloud solutions and migrations.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
• Adaptability to evolving cloud technologies and environments.
• Collaborative team player with a proactive approach to knowledge sharing.