i3 is seeking a highly skilled and hands-on Azure Cloud Systems Administrator to join our team supporting the Missile Defense Agency Information Management and Software Services (AIMSS) program. This is a deeply technical role focused on the daily administration, management, and operational health of our hybrid-cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in traditional system administration with proven, hands-on experience in a cloud environment. This position is located at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, AL.

*A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered for this position*

• Perform day-to-day administration of cloud and on-premise servers, including provisioning, configuration, and maintenance of virtual machines (VMs).
• UtilizeTerraformto automate the provisioning and management of cloud resources, ensuring consistent and repeatable deployments.
• Create, manage, and monitor Azure storage solutions (Blob, File, Queue). Implement and maintain robust backup and disaster recovery procedures.
• Configure and manage virtual networks, subnets, and network security groups to ensure secure and efficient traffic flow.
• Harden systems according to DISA STIGs. Manage security controls, including data encryption, access management with Microsoft Entra ID and Azure Key Vault, and implement Azure Group Policies.
• Install, configure, and manage ADS/Azure DevOps Server repositories and support the migration of on-premise applications to the cloud.
• Proactively monitor system performance and availability. Provide direct technical support to developers, cyber teams, and end-users to troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure-related issues.
• Manage and maintain Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters for containerized application deployment, scaling, and orchestration.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for system architecture, configurations, and operational procedures.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technical field (or equivalent experience).
• Minimum of 3 years of hands-on experience insystem administration, with a significant portion in a cloud environment.
• Strong understanding of storage, backup, and disaster recovery principles.
• Experience using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and creating alert rules.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID and RBAC.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Defender for Cloud.
• Experience with Azure Cost Management + Billing
• Hands-on experience with Azure Update Management.
• Active Secret security clearance, must be able to maintain the security clearance required for this position
• Must have (or be able to obtain before starting):
• CompTIA Security+ CE, or other approved 8570 IAT Level II certification.
• Azure certification such as:Microsoft AZ900 (Azure Fundamentals), Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Security Engineer Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Developer, CCSP, or GCSA.
• Must reside within a75-mile radius ofRedstone Arsenal in Huntsville AL or be willing to relocate prior to starting date.
• Ability to reliably commute to the office as business needs dictate.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

DESIRED SKILLS

• Proficiency in scripting withPowerShellorAzure CLI.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines usingAzure DevOpsor Jenkins.
• Knowledge of advanced Azure networking concepts (e.g., VNet peering, VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute).
• Experience with AWS.
• Hands-on experience with Terraform for infrastructure automation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Regular i3 hours are 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday, however, additional hours may be required on occasion. Regular and punctual attendance is required.