Azure Administrator

Five Iron; Franklin (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health, dental and vision insurance

401k company match

Generous paid time off

Paid time off to vote

Paid time off on birthday

Internet and cell phone reimbursement

Team building events

Employee-selected lunch every Friday

Job summary

A cybersecurity services provider based in Franklin, TN, is seeking an experienced IT professional to manage Microsoft 365 and Azure cloud services. The successful candidate will implement solutions, monitor performance, and support team members. Required qualifications include a degree in Computer Science or related field and substantial experience with cloud services and IT administration. This role offers competitive benefits, including health insurance and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of job-related experience in IT.
• 4+ years hands-on experience in Microsoft 365 and Azure services.
• Ability to automate Microsoft Azure tasks with scripting.
• Hands-on experience with Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates.
• Experience managing Azure Active Directory (AD), users, and groups.
• Experience migrating environments to the cloud.
• Proficient in PowerShell and/or VBScript for automating Microsoft 365 and Azure tasks.
• Ability to work under minimal supervision to plan, design, architect, and implement technology solutions for end user and client requirements.
• Extensive knowledge in database, web, and cloud technology to analyze requirements, propose options, recommend solutions, and implement the appropriate technology solution.
• Ability to provide Tier 2 and 3 IT Support.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Microsoft 365 and Azure solutions.
• Monitor and manage Azure resources.
• Provide escalation support to analysts and engineers.
• Setup, configure and manage virtual networking, virtual machines, web applications, hosted platforms, security protocols, and networking services
• Monitor activity and performance of all Azure resources and services using Azure Monitor
• Automate tasks using Azure Automation and PowerShell scripting
• Continuously monitor the health of services such as Azure AD, Firewall, ATP, AIP, ASR, CAS, EM+S, Intune, AAD Connect, Exchange Online and O365
• Manage networking infrastructure (LAN, WAN, VPN) and protocols (TCP/IP), security protocols, manage backup and restoration of files, databases, and virtual machines
• Perform regular health checks of all Azure solutions
• Monitor costs and optimize spending on Azure resources
• Stay up to date on new features and capabilities in Azure
• Be the escalation point for other analysts and engineers, and keep all tickets and projects tracked and updated
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Azure cloud environment Including Windows Virtual Server and Desktops
• High standards of accountability, customer focus, and quality of deliverables are vital to the success of this position

Skills

IT administration

Microsoft 365

Azure cloud services

PowerShell

Windows Server

Active Directory

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Azure Resource Manager

Virtual Machines

Active Directory

DNS & Group Policy

VBScript

Job description

5iron is a privately held, rapidly growing company, providing best-in-class managed cybersecurity operations in the financial sector. 5iron redefines industry expectations by taking an active role in the protection of financial organization, delivering eyes on 24x7x365 cybersecurity operations to effectively minimize cyber risk inside these organizations. Bringing years of information security experience with financial institutions, our managed security operations protect critical network infrastructure from the growing number of threats to banks and the financial services industry.

5irons Security Operations Center (SOC) is in Franklin, Tennessee and all security operations are run from this facility. 5iron does not use a Virtual SOC in which Security Analysts work from home or another remote location which can slow response times and affect client security. Our goal is more than notificationOur goal is remediation and resolution.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design, implement, document, and maintain Microsoft 365 and Azure cloud-based solutions for internal users and external clients
• Direct hands-on responsibility that includes providing technical expertise in deploying software applications and technology solutions on Microsoft Azure
• Research potential attempts to compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of assets.
• Setup, configure and manage virtual networking, virtual machines, web applications, hosted platforms, security protocols, and networking services
• Monitor activity and performance of all Azure resources and services using Azure Monitor
• Automate tasks using Azure Automation and PowerShell scripting
• Continuously monitor the health of services such as Azure AD, Firewall, ATP, AIP, ASR, CAS, EM+S, Intune, AAD Connect, Exchange Online and O365
• Manage networking infrastructure (LAN, WAN, VPN) and protocols (TCP/IP), security protocols, manage backup and restoration of files, databases, and virtual machines
• Perform regular health checks of all Azure solutions
• Monitor costs and optimize spending on Azure resources
• Stay up to date on new features and capabilities in Azure
• Be the escalation point for other analysts and engineers, and keep all tickets and projects tracked and updated
• Manage the day-to-day operations of the Azure cloud environment Including Windows Virtual Server and Desktops
• High standards of accountability, customer focus, and quality of deliverables are vital to the success of this position

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelors or masters degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Engineering, or related field, or commensurate experience and 5-8 years of job-related experience
• 4+ years practical experience in IT administration, including Microsoft 365 and Azure with a strong understanding of Microsoft 365 and Azure cloud services and architecture
• 4+ years practical experience with Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS, and Group Policy
• Hands-on experience with Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates
• Experience managing Azure Active Directory (AD), users, and groups
• Experience migrating environments to the cloud
• Proficient in PowerShell and/or VBScript for automating Microsoft 365 and Azure tasks
• Ability to work under minimal supervision to plan, design, architect, and implement technology solutions for end user and client requirements
• Extensive knowledge in database, web, and cloud technology to analyze requirements, propose options, recommend solutions, and implement the appropriate technology solution
• Ability to provide Tier 2 and 3 IT Support

ADDITIONAL

This is an onsite position in Franklin, TN.

Five Iron offers premium benefits that are intended to support our people and their families. These include:

• Company-paid health, dental and vision insurance plans for the employee
• Up to a 4% 401k company match that vests immediately, its yours to keep
• Generous paid time off and 10 holidays per year
• Paid time off to vote and volunteer
• Paid time off on your birthday because its your special day
• Up to $100 per month for your internet and cell phone service
• Team building events
• Employee-selected lunch served every Friday