Cleared Azure Cloud Engineer

Virtual Service Operations

$140K — $180K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 5+ years of cloud administration and development experience, specifically with Microsoft Azure.
  • Experience in secure enclave environments and understanding of security compliance frameworks.
  • Strong knowledge of Azure services, especially Azure Virtual Desktop.
  • Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform and Azure DevOps.
  • Proficiency in PowerShell and other relevant scripting languages.
  • Active Top Secret with SCI clearance required.

Responsibilities

  • Deploy Azure resources using Azure DevOps pipelines.
  • Monitor and optimize Azure infrastructure performance.
  • Implement and manage Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines.
  • Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure as code (IaC).
  • Troubleshoot and refine existing IaC configurations.
  • Design and manage secure enclave environments in Azure.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance cloud solutions.

Benefits

  • Ongoing learning and development opportunities.
  • Flexible work arrangements.
  • Health benefits.
  • Supportive, virtue-centered team environment.
Full Job Description
Are you looking to take the next steps in your career as an Azure Cloud Engineer? Let's chat and see if we are a good match!

Key Responsibilities:
  • Deploy Azure resources such as Azure Virtual Machines, Key Vaults, and other core Azure resources using Azure DevOps pipelines.
  • Monitor and maintain Azure infrastructure, addressing performance issues and optimizing cloud resources.
  • Implement and manage Azure DevOps CI/CD pipelines.
  • Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like ARM templates, Terraform, or Bicep.
  • Review, refine and troubleshoot new and existing IaC within the environment.
  • Design, implement, and manage secure enclave environments within Microsoft Azure.
  • Ensure the stability, performance, and security of Azure enclave systems.
  • Manage identity and access management (IAM) policies, ensuring least privilege access across enclave systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and enhance cloud solutions.
  • Troubleshoot complex issues within Azure environments, providing escalation support as needed.
  • Document configurations, procedures, and troubleshooting processes.
  • Azure AVD image building and rotation via automation.
  • Administer and maintain Windows infrastructure services, including Active Directory Domain Services, Active Directory Certificate Services, and Group Policy, ensuring secure account provisioning, certificate management, policy enforcement, and resolution of domain-related issues
  • Provide support in assisting customers installing software onto baseline desktops using an automation first mentality (DSC or Packer).

Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 5+ years of experience in cloud administration and development, with a focus on Microsoft Azure.
  • Experience working in secure enclave environments and familiarity with security compliance frameworks
  • Strong knowledge of Azure services, including Azure Virtual Desktop
  • Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform, Azure DevOps, ARM templates, or Bicep.
  • Proficiency in PowerShell and other scripting languages
  • Strong experience with automating the deployment of Azure resources via code
  • Strong knowledge of YAML, Json, Bicep and PowerShell
  • Azure certifications such as AZ-104, AZ-305, or equivalent are highly desirable.
  • Travel: Up to 10%
  • Clearance: Active Top Secret with SCI.


Requirements

  • Must be within driving distance of Lorton, VA OR willing to relocate there
  • Must be willing to work onsite
  • Must be willing and able to travel up to 10%
  • Must possess an active TS/ SCI clearance or above
  • Please note that pursuant to a government contract, this specific position requires U.S. citizenship status

What is Important to Us:
  • You are an excellent communicator in writing and speaking.
  • You have the ability to work independently but also value teamwork.
  • Your problem-solving skills are excellent.
  • You are looking for a job where performance appraisals occur regularly, and you look forward to advancing your career.
  • You seek a community of virtue-centered co-workers and clients.

What we offer you: As part of the VSO company, you will be part of a virtue-centered team who value their work and teammates. This is a no-jerk zone . We provide ongoing learning and development opportunities to foster continuous growth. We offer competitive salaries, health benefits, and flexible work arrangements.

Salary Description

$140,000.00 - $180,000.00

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