Azure Cloud Operations Engineer

CRC Insurance Services, Inc.; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

CRC Group is seeking an Azure Cloud Operations Engineer to design, implement, and maintain Azure infrastructure and services across client projects from Dallas, TX. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure availability, security, and performance of Azure-based applications and systems, and you will migrate and secure client data on the platform.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with Terraform, Azure DevOps, SQL Server IaaS/PaaS, and strong problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Proficiency with Azure infrastructure, services, and administration.
• Strong experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform a plus but not a requirement).
• Experience with SQL Server IaaS and PaaS is a plus.
• Ability to manage cloud deployments securely and efficiently.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with technical and non-technical teams.
• Demonstrated experience with cloud migration projects is also a plus.
• Team player but works independently to drive results and raise emergencies as they arise.

Responsibilities

• Deploy and manage Azure resources and services for client projects.
• Ensure security, reliability, and performance of Azure-based infrastructure.
• Collaborate with development, operations, and cyber teams.
• Migrate client data securely to Azure and ensure performance standards.
• Implement IaC using Terraform and Azure DevOps pipelines.
• Monitor and troubleshoot Azure environments and incidents.
• Contribute to automation and orchestration efforts for cloud operations.
• Troubleshoot SQL Server IaaS and PaaS components.
• Provide after-hours support during rotations.
• Enroll VMs and SQL Databases into backup centers and troubleshoot backups.
• Familiarity with Azure Site Recovery and disaster recovery planning.
• Cost management and optimization considerations for Azure resources.

Skills

Azure administration

Terraform IaC

SQL Server IaaS/PaaS

Cloud deployment

Analytical skills

Communication

Cloud migration

Independent work

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

Charlotte NC - 600 S Tryon St.

Glen Allen VA - 4701 Cox Road

Morrisville NC, 3015 Carrington Mill Blvd

Dallas TX - 12377 Merit Dr.

Alpharetta GA - 3460 Preston Ridge Rd

Full time

If you have a disability and need assistance with the application, you can request a reasonable accommodation. Send an email to Accessibility ([e-mail]?subject=Accommodation%20request) (accommodation requests only; other inquiries won't receive a response).

Regular or Temporary:

Regular

Language Fluency: English (Required)

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Please review the following job description:

CRC Group is a leading, independent pure-play brokerage and underwriting specialty insurance distributor. Our culture puts people first, prioritizing long-term relationships, ethical decision-making, and continuous improvement. As a result of listening to our employees, CRC Group earned a Top Workplaces USA award three years in a row based solely on employee feedback and CRC Group is currently Great Place To Work Certified! If you want to work for a company where employees are valued and growth is encouraged, CRC Group could be the place.

The Azure Cloud Operations Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Azure cloud infrastructure and services. They collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the availability, scalability, and security of Azure-based applications and systems. This role involves troubleshooting and optimizing Azure environments while staying updated on emerging Azure technologies and best practices within enterprise cloud computing.

In addition to supporting the current Azure ecosystem, the Engineer will also play a key role in migrating and securing new client data across the platform.

Experience with Terraform is essential and familiarity with DevOps, Terraform, and Microsoft SQL Server Iaas and PaaS is considered a plus.

Responsibilities:

• Deploy and manage cloud resources (e.g., virtual machines, storage, databases, recovery vaults, key vaults, and networks) using Microsoft Azure.

• Ensure the security, reliability, and performance of Azure-based infrastructure.

• Collaborate with development, operations, and cyber teams to support application hosting and integration.

• Assist with migrating client data and workloads securely to Azure, ensuring compliance and performance standards.

• Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using Terraform and Azure DevOps pipelines.

• Monitor and troubleshoot Azure environments, responding to incidents and identifying areas for improvement.

• Contribute to automation and orchestration efforts to streamline cloud operations.

• Experience with SQL Server IaaS and PaaS troubleshooting and SQL Server setup.

• Provide after-hours support via Pager Duty as needed within a rotation.

• Enroll VMs and SQL Databases into backup center and troubleshoot backup situations.

• Familiarity with Azure Site Recovery and automation with Disaster Recovery planning.

• Familiarity with Azure Cost Management and understanding of drilling down into costs and making cost saving cuts with SKU’s, disks, etc., as items are found.

• Troubleshooting with Windows Server administration and event logs.

Requirements:

• Proficiency with Azure infrastructure, services, and administration.

• Strong experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform a plus but not a requirement).

• Experience with SQL Server IaaS and PaaS is a plus.

• Ability to manage cloud deployments securely and efficiently.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with technical and non-technical teams.

• Demonstrated experience with cloud migration projects is also a plus.

• Team player but works independently to drive results and raise emergencies as they arise.

Relevant certifications: Azure Administrator is highly desired.

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of CRC Group: At CRC Group, we're committed to supporting every aspect of teammates' well-being – physical, emotional, financial, social, and professional. Our best-in-class benefits program is designed to care for the whole you, offering a wide range of coverage and support. Eligible full-time teammates enjoy access to medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and AD&D insurance; tax-advantaged savings accounts; and a 401(k) plan with company match. CRC Group also offers generous paid time off programs, including company holidays, vacation and sick days, new parent leave, and more. Eligible positions may also qualify for restricted stock units and/or a deferred compensation plan.

CRC Group supports a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, citizenship or national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status or other classification protected by law. CRC Group is a Drug Free Workplace.

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Join CRC Group, a leader in specialty wholesale insurance, and take your career to new heights. We're a dynamic team dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

Why CRC Group?

Growth: Advance your career with our learning and leadership development programs.

Innovation: Work in a forward-thinking environment that values new ideas.

Community: Be part of a supportive team that celebrates success together.

Benefits: Enjoy competitive compensation, health benefits, and retirement plans.

Who We’re Looking For

We seek passionate individuals who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you value integrity and are driven to succeed, CRC Group is the place for you.