Azure Cloud Engineer (Clearance Required)

Connsci; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Connsci is seeking an Azure Cloud Engineer to provide support for a federal customer. You will manage hybrid cloud resources in Microsoft Azure Government Cloud and M365 in GCC High tenants, ensuring secure, scalable operations across VMs, storage, and networks.

Responsibilities include troubleshooting, automation scripting, cost optimization, and governance documentation. The role requires onsite ramp-up followed by predominantly remote work with periodic on-site meetings in Washington, DC.

Qualifications

• 3+ years cloud engineering experience with AD and Microsoft Azure.
• Current CompTIA Security+ or Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator certification.
• BS degree from a US-education accredited university; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, triage, and assist users with hybrid network infrastructure across on-prem and cloud environments.
• Build, configure, secure, and administer cloud resources for VMs, storage, and networks.
• Design scalable IT infrastructure and optimize cloud costs.
• Devise and implement technical solutions to meet changing requirements.
• Create automation scripts and CI/CD pipelines to automate deployments.
• Monitor cloud consumption and improve performance and security.
• Maintain documentation on network and system design and governance.

Skills

Active Directory

Azure

PowerShell

DNS

DHCP

Group Policy Management

DevOps

Azure DevOps

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

IaC

Linux OS

SSO authentication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

Connsci is seeking an Azure Cloud Engineer to provide support for one of our federal customers. This individual will provide network and systems engineering and administration for multiple cloud-based environments in Microsoft Azure Government Cloud and Microsoft 365 (M365) in GCC High tenants.

Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot, triage, elevate, and assist users with issues related to hybrid network infrastructure consisting of virtual machines (VMs), servers, endpoints, appliances, and services that may be connected and/or hosted in on-premises and remote locations by the agency and partner providers.
• Build, configure, deploy, secure, and administer cloud system resources, servers, and other multi-user devices to support virtual machines, storage, network, and other off-premises and cloud resources.
• Design scalable infrastructure for IT projects to meet specified business needs, including planning and scheduling deployments and incorporating cloud optimization to improve efficiency and save on costs.
• Devise and implement technical solutions to suit each situation; recommends the institution of processes and technologies necessary to meet changing office requirements and improve the quality and efficiency of work products.
• Assess traffic flow between internal and external networks to determine the necessary firewall rules and forward/reverse proxy exceptions to establish connections successfully.
• Create new automated jobs and scripts to streamline routine system tasks, including Command Line interfaces, PowerShell/Bash, or experience with CI/CD pipelines to automate the deployment of code.
• Monitor consumption, identify inefficiencies in cloud-based systems and resources, and suggest improvements to reduce costs and maximize taxpayer value. This may include request fulfillment improvement, application performance, and systems security posture.
• Administer and manage cloud-based applications and services such as Microsoft 365 and Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).
• Perform routine system maintenance, including operating system upgrades, resizing VM resources, and security patching on Azure VMs and servers.
• Assist system owners in other divisions and offices in triaging issues and escalating tickets as required.
• Develop, maintain, and debug current custom IT solutions and program code when needed.
• Produce and maintain technical documentation regarding network and system design and governance.
• Creating and modifying domain objects, groups, and policies in Active Directory and Group Policy Management.
• Perform analysis on emerging application enhancements as a benefit to the business models.
• Provide input and best practice recommendations to current and future policies and procedures as needed or requested.
• Conduct internal technical reviews to improve performance, support, and technical enhancements.
• Work assigned service tickets and tasks IAW the Acceptable Quality Level (AQL).
• Develop standard operating procedures, knowledge base articles, technical bulletins, and other documents supporting the IT Division.
• Provide required certifications and resume for review and validation.
• Demonstrate leadership and can work without supervision.

Basic Qualifications:

• At least 3 years of experience as a cloud engineer supporting cloud infrastructure and applications to include experience working with Active Directory and Microsoft Azure
• Current CompTIA Security+ or Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator certification
• Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field from a US Department of Education accredited University. Extensive and relevant experience may be considered as a substitute for education.

Preferred Skillsets/Knowledge areas:

• PowerShell/Bash
• DNS
• DHCP
• Group Policy Management
• DevOps methodology and tools such as Azure DevOps, Git, Docker, Kubernetes, etc.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC), including provisioning template development and maintenance.
• Server/Desktop Virtualization
• Network-Attached Storage (NAS) protocols
• Linux OS
• Single Sign-On (SSO) authentication

Location:

This role requires onsite presence during an initial ramp up period (usually 60 days) and then allows for primarily remote work. However, occasional onsite attendance may still be required for meetings, coordination activities, and other Government-directed work. The office location is in Washington, DC and is Metro and rail accessible.

About Connsci

At Connsci, our mission is to be a trusted strategic partner for our clients, helping them achieve impactful results by addressing mission-critical issues that affect their bottom line. We recognize the importance of customizing our services to best fit our clients' needs and understanding what it takes to propel their organizations forward. By implementing industry-leading best practices and leveraging our multifaceted experience and expertise, we deliver services that are essential for any organization aiming to reach its goals.

What You Can Expect:

• Collaboration and Innovation: Work in an environment where collaboration and innovation are key. You'll have the opportunity to contribute to projects that make a real difference for our clients.
• Professional Growth: Be part of a team that values professional development. We offer opportunities for growth and advancement, allowing you to enhance your skills and career.
• Impactful Work: Engage in meaningful work that addresses mission-critical issues and supports organizations in achieving their goals.

By joining Connsci, you'll become part of a dedicated team that is committed to delivering strategic, impactful solutions tailored to our clients' unique needs, enabling them to achieve their goals with confidence and efficiency. If you're passionate about cybersecurity and IT services, and eager to contribute to a dynamic team, we encourage you to explore opportunities with us.

At this time, Connsci will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.

Connsci is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Connsci makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.