Azure Cloud Engineer, Junior Level

Independent Software, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Independent Software, Inc. is seeking a Junior Azure Cloud Engineer in Maryland to design, implement, and support Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 environments.

You will help modernize IT infrastructure, migrate systems to the cloud, and maintain secure, reliable cloud operations. You will work with experienced engineers on hybrid environments, automate tasks with PowerShell and Azure CLI, and lead small migration projects while expanding your cloud engineering skills in a dynamic team focused

Qualifications

• Design and implement Azure solutions across VNets, VPNs, load balancers, Azure AD, and App Services.
• Administer Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and identity integrations.
• Support hybrid cloud environments with Azure AD Connect and Exchange Hybrid configurations.
• Lead smaller migration projects such as mailbox migrations and SharePoint Online migrations.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy Azure solutions including VNets, VPNs, and App Services.
• Administer Exchange Online and SharePoint Online in Microsoft 365.
• Support hybrid environments and identity integrations.
• Guide mailbox and SharePoint migrations to Azure.
• Automate cloud tasks using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Graph API.
• Monitor and optimize Azure and Microsoft 365 environments.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity and networking teams for secure operations.

Skills

Azure Cloud

PowerShell

Azure CLI

Microsoft Graph API

Microsoft 365

Hybrid cloud

Migration projects

Security & Compliance

Automation

Collaboration

Tools

Azure AD Connect

Exchange Online

SharePoint Online

App Services

Job description

What You Will Do

As a Junior Azure Cloud Engineer at Independent Software, you will play an important role in designing, implementing, and supporting Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 cloud environments. You will help organizations modernize their IT infrastructure, migrate systems and applications to the cloud, and maintain secure, reliable, and efficient cloud operations.

You will work alongside experienced engineers and cross-functional technical teams to deploy cloud solutions, support hybrid environments, automate administrative tasks, and troubleshoot technical challenges. This position offers the opportunity to expand your cloud engineering skills while taking an active role in cloud migration and infrastructure projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deploy Azure solutions, including virtual networks (VNets), VPNs, load balancers, Azure AD, and App Services.
• Administer Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, compliance features, and identity integrations.
• Support hybrid cloud environments, including Azure AD Connect and Exchange Hybrid configurations.
• Lead smaller migration projects, including mailbox migrations, SharePoint Online migrations, and application rehosting to Azure.
• Automate cloud administration tasks using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Microsoft Graph API.
• Monitor Azure and Microsoft 365 environments, optimize resources, and troubleshoot performance issues.
• Support cloud security, access management, and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, networking, and other technical teams to ensure secure and reliable cloud operations.

Certifications

• Candidates must possess at least one current Microsoft Azure certification.

Clearance Requirement

• Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role

Why Choose Independent Software

At Independent Software, our people are the mission. We’ve built a company around collaboration, integrity, and innovation and we make sure our team has the tools and support to grow, succeed, and thrive.

When You Join Us, You Will

• Support critical national security missions that matter
• Be part of a close-knit, employee-first culture where your voice is heard
• Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development
• Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work-life balance

We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.