Azure Cloud Operations Engineer

ISF, Inc.; Jacksonville (FL); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Azure Cloud Operations Engineer to oversee the infrastructure and security of cloud applications. This role involves optimizing Azure services, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and supporting DevOps pipelines. The ideal candidate will possess strong hands-on experience with Azure and a solid understanding of cloud security practices. Join a dynamic team dedicated to delivering reliable and secure cloud solutions for federal and commercial clients. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about cloud operations, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of Azure experience, including Azure Government environments.
• Strong hands-on experience with core Azure services and governance tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and manage Azure cloud environments and services.
• Implement and enforce security best practices.
• Support CI/CD processes in Azure DevOps.

Skills

Azure Services Management

Cloud Security Practices

Scripting (PowerShell, ARM/Bicep, Terraform)

CI/CD Processes

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a Technical Field

Tools

Azure DevOps

Redis

Azure Functions

Logic Apps

Job description

JOB OVERVIEWJOB TITLEAzure Cloud Operations EngineerDIVISION/DEPARTMENTITLOCATIONRemoteREPORTS TO:Technical Lead/Project ManagerJOB SUMMARYWe are seeking a skilled Azure Cloud Operations Engineer to join our development team and take ownership of the infrastructure, performance, security, and compliance of our cloud-based applications hosted in both Azure Commercial and Azure Government environments.

This role spans the management of Azure services, cloud cost optimization, regulatory compliance, and support for DevOps pipelines. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and experienced in securing and maintaining highly available systems that serve federal and commercial clients.DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIESThe Azure Cloud Operations Engineer will:

• Monitor and manage Azure cloud environments and services including, but not limited to, VMs, App Services, Redis, Service Bus, Azure Functions, Logic Apps, and storage accounts
• Optimize performance, scalability, and cost across both single-tenant and multi-tenant deployments
• Implement and enforce security best practices; monitor and respond to vulnerabilities and incidents
• Ensure and maintain compliance with current standards (e.g., SOC2) and support the implementation of future frameworks (e.g. FedRamp)
• Support CI/CD processes in Azure DevOps, including both creation and maintenance of pipelines
• Execute application deployments as part of the release process, following established schedules and procedures
• Collaborate with developers and stakeholders to ensure system reliability, scalability, and secure configuration
• Maintain accurate documentation for infrastructure, processes, and compliance requirements
• Occasionally provide after-hours support for critical deployments or incident resolution
  
  

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical field or equivalent work experience is preferred
  
  

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCEPrimary Skills

• U.S. Citizenship and U.S. residency required
• 3–5+ years of Azure experience, including at least 1–2 years working in Azure Government environments
• Strong hands-on experience with core Azure services and Azure governance tools
• Solid knowledge of cloud security and compliance practices in regulated environments
• Experience working with .NET-based applications in Azure environments
• Proficiency with scripting and infrastructure-as-code tools (PowerShell, ARM/Bicep, or Terraform)
• Familiarity with Redis, Azure Service Bus, Azure Functions, and Logic Apps
• Experience supporting both single-tenant and multi-tenant architectures
  
  

Preferred Skills

• Azure Administrator or Azure DevOps Engineer certifications
• Experience with SOC2 audits, FedRAMP compliance, or other regulatory frameworks
• Background in supporting applications in federal or government contractor settings
  
  

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Need to have the capacity to break down complex problems into smaller, manageable components and analyze the root causes and potential solutions
• Have the aptitude to work effectively with others, seek input and feedback and leverage collective knowledge and skills to solve problems as a team
• The skill to think outside the box, generate new ideas and approach problems from unique perspectives to find innovative solutions
• The capability to assess available options, weigh their pros and cons and make informed decisions that best address the problem at hand.
• Be ambitious and self-directed with excellent communication skills
  
  

We are committed to providing equal opportunity in all of our employment practices, including selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation, to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation, disability or any other protected status in accordance with the requirements of all federal, state and local laws.

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