Azure Cloud Infrastructure Specialist

Modern Niagara; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure solutions company is seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Infrastructure Specialist in Ottawa or Vaughan. This role involves designing and managing cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure, emphasizing automation and security. Candidates should have 5+ years of relevant experience and proficiency in Azure services and PowerShell scripting. Join a collaborative team dedicated to innovation and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience operating as a Cloud, Network, and/or Security Specialist.
• Proven experience with Microsoft Azure infrastructure and services.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and automation.
• Hands-on experience with Intune, Azure AD, and Microsoft 365.

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage Azure-based infrastructure and services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
• Monitor and maintain Azure resources including virtual machines and databases.
• Implement and manage Azure Active Directory and identity governance.
• Automate deployments and configurations using Microsoft tools.
• Ensure security and compliance using Azure Security Center.

Skills

Cloud, Network, and/or Security Specialist

Microsoft Azure infrastructure and services

PowerShell scripting and automation

Intune

Azure AD

Microsoft 365

Cloud security principles

Exchange Online

Microsoft Defender for Cloud

Microsoft Sentinel

Job description

Modern Niagara helps building owners, managers, and general contractors meet the mechanical, electrical, integrated building technology, and building services needs of their buildings across Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Southwestern Ontario, and Ottawa. We also develop custom, turnkey solutions to help reach the desired outcomes. We are committed to having a positive and meaningful impact on Canada’s infrastructure and on the communities where we live, learn, work, and heal.

WE BUILD FOR LIFE.

We value passion, initiative, determination, professionalism, and teamwork and we are committed to ensuring that our teams have everything they need to succeed. Health and safety are embedded in everything we do and, as a result, our award-winning safety culture has a record that’s well above industry standards.

At Modern Niagara, you will work alongside values-driven, safety-conscious, and high-impact teams in a fast-paced, innovative, and collaborative environment. Your knowledge, skills, and excellent service will help ensure that the buildings that make up Canada’s infrastructure fulfill the needs they were set out to meet.

Modern Niagara is one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies and has received multiple awards for safety and health culture, including SMACNA’s Safety Excellence Award Program (SSEAP) and the Canadian Occupational Safety (COS) Magazine’s Gold Winner for Canada’s Safest Employers Award, among others.

We are seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Infrastructure Specialist to join our Tech team in either Ottawa or Vaughan. In this role, you'll design, implement, and manage secure, scalable, and resilient cloud infrastructure solutions using Microsoft Azure. You will play a key role in advancing our cloud strategy by applying your expertise in automation, identity governance, and cloud security to support enterprise-wide digital transformation.

This is a great opportunity for tech enthusiasts passionate about continuous learning and staying ahead with Azure services across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. If you love scripting, automating, and building impactful solutions, you’ll feel at home here. We value innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence—and we’re eager to meet someone who shares that mindset.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and manage Azure-based infrastructure and services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
• Monitor and maintain Azure resources including virtual machines, storage accounts, virtual networks, and databases.
• Implement and manage Azure Active Directory, RBAC, and identity governance solutions.
• Automate deployments and configurations using PowerShell, Intune, and other Microsoft tools.
• Ensure security and compliance using Azure Security Center, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, and policy-based governance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to performance, connectivity, and configuration across Azure environments.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including development, security, and operations to support cloud initiatives.
• Stay up to date with Azure updates, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Manage and support Microsoft Exchange 365 Online and configure Exchange Online Protection (EOP) for email security.
• Understand Microsoft Purview compliance and governance.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for Microsoft Sentinel.

Job Requirements :

• 5+ years of experience operating as a Cloud, Network, and/or Security Specialist.
• Proven experience with Microsoft Azure infrastructure and services.
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and automation.
• Hands-on experience with Intune, Azure AD, and Microsoft 365.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with Exchange Online and EOP.
• Experience configuring and managing Microsoft Defender for Cloud and endpoint protection.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Sentinel for security operations.

Preferred Certifications :

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

At Modern Niagara, we recognize the value of fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive organization and are committed to eliminating barriers faced by members of equity-seeking groups (women, Indigenous, Black, racialized, LGBTQ2S+, people with disabilities, and new immigrants). Our DEI vision is to build an organization where everyone has access to the same opportunities, experiences equitable outcomes, and can thrive and reach their full potential.

We value the diversity of the people we hire and serve. Modern Niagara is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please advise us so that suitable accommodations can be made.