Senior Azure Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure leveraging Azure services, Terraform, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) best practices.
• Design, build, and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps to ensure continuous delivery and integration of cloud services and applications.
• Manage and optimize cloud governance, security, and compliance strategies, including Azure Policy, Azure Security Center, and Conditional Access.
• Oversee endpoint integration and management using Microsoft Intune, Entra ID, and Conditional Access to ensure secure cloud-to-endpoint solutions.
• Automate infrastructure deployments and lifecycle management using PowerShell, Terraform, Azure CLI, and API integrations.
• Collaborate with security, compliance, infrastructure, and client teams to align cloud solutions with business needs and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, architecture diagrams, and SOPs.
• Serve as a senior escalation point for complex Azure infrastructure and endpoint-related issues.
• Meet with clients to discuss and plan customized solutions for complex business processes and procedures.
• Write and design clear and thorough documentation for all implementations.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead technical workshops and training sessions.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent professional experience.
• 7+ years of experience as an Azure Engineer or Cloud Infrastructure Engineer.
• Deep hands-on expertise with:

1. Azure DevOps (CI/CD, Pipelines, Repos, Boards)
2. Terraform (Azure RM Provider and Azure Verified Modules)
3. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) methodologies
4. Entra ID – Notably: Service Principals and Managed Identities
5. Azure Security solutions (Security Center, Conditional Access, Azure Policy)
6. Microsoft Intune (App Protection, Device Compliance, Enrollment Profiles)
7. Designing complex Azure infrastructure solutions

• Advanced scripting skills (PowerShell, Azure CLI) and experience with Microsoft Graph API.
• Solid understanding of security frameworks (NIST, CIS) and cloud infrastructure best practices.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Proven experience in documentation and architecture diagram creation.

Preferred Certifications

• Microsoft MS-101: Microsoft 365 Mobility and Security
• MS-500: Security Administrator Associate
• AZ-104: Azure Administrator Associate
• AZ-400: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert
• AZ-500: Azure Security Engineer Associate
• HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate
• Any other relevant Azure or cybersecurity certifications are a plus

Desirable Experience

• Advanced knowledge of Azure networking (VNet, vWAN, Firewall, VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute, Load Balancers, Private Links)
• Proficiency with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights for observability
• Hands-on experience with Azure Backup, Site Recovery, and disaster recovery strategies
• Familiarity with DevSecOps methodologies and tools
• Experience integrating Azure services with third-party platforms and APIs
• Understanding of cloud cost management and optimization tools (Azure Cost Management, Cloudyn)
• Identity & Access Management platforms (Okta, Duo, Azure AD)