Azure Cloud Engineer, Senior Level

Independent Software, Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous benefits

Work-life balance

Job summary

Independent Software is seeking a Senior Azure Cloud Engineer in the United States. You will lead design, implementation, and ongoing management of enterprise-level Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 cloud solutions, directing secure, scalable environments and complex migrations.

You will collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to develop cloud architecture strategies, govern cloud resources, and mentor engineers while driving security, performance, and operational efficiency across the

Qualifications

• Must possess at least one current Microsoft Azure certification.
• Active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph clearance required.
• Experience leading enterprise Azure/M365 migrations and governance initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Architect and deploy enterprise-grade Azure environments, including hybrid and multi-region solutions.
• Lead Microsoft 365 integrations involving Entra ID, SSO, CA, DLP, and Defender.
• Plan and execute large migrations from on-premises to Azure and Microsoft 365, including AD, email, and file shares.
• Implement IaC using ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform, or PowerShell DSC.
• Establish and manage cloud governance policies, cost optimization, tagging, and policy enforcement.
• Provide Tier 3 escalation support for complex Azure and M365 issues across compute, networking, identity, and productivity services.
• Mentor junior and intermediate cloud engineers and contribute to training and knowledge sharing.
• Stay current with Azure and M365 technologies, recommend improvements, and adopt cloud best practices.

Skills

Microsoft Azure

Microsoft 365

Cloud architecture

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Terraform

ARM templates

Bicep

PowerShell

Security

Tools

ARM templates

Bicep

Terraform

PowerShell DSC

Azure AD

Microsoft Defender

Job description

What You Will Do

As a Senior Azure Cloud Engineer at Independent Software, you will lead the design, implementation, and ongoing management of enterprise-level Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 cloud solutions. You will play a key role in developing secure, scalable cloud environments, overseeing complex migrations, and establishing cloud governance and operational standards.

You will work with technical teams and organizational stakeholders to:

• Develop and implement cloud architecture strategies that support business and operational needs.
• Lead large-scale cloud migration and modernization initiatives.
• Provide advanced technical guidance, resolve complex cloud infrastructure issues, and mentor less experienced engineers.
• Drive improvements in cloud security, performance, reliability, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and deploy enterprise-grade Azure environments, including hybrid and multi-region cloud solutions.
• Lead Microsoft 365 integrations involving Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Single Sign-On (SSO), Conditional Access, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), and Microsoft Defender.
• Plan and execute large-scale migrations from on-premises infrastructure to Azure and Microsoft 365, including Active Directory, email, and file shares.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform, or PowerShell DSC.
• Establish and manage cloud governance policies, cost optimization strategies, resource tagging, and policy enforcement.
• Provide Tier 3 escalation support for complex Azure and Microsoft 365 issues involving compute, networking, identity, and productivity services.
• Mentor junior and intermediate cloud engineers and contribute to technical training and knowledge sharing.
• Stay current with Azure and Microsoft 365 technologies, recommend improvements, and implement cloud best practices.

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.