Azure MSP Cloud Engineer

megazone; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Megazone Cloud in Irvine, CA is seeking an Intermediate Azure Cloud Engineer to join our Managed Services team on-site. You will manage, optimize, and troubleshoot complex Azure environments for multiple clients, bridging architecture and operations.

The role requires 2+ years of hands-on Azure experience, strong scripting, and security-minded practices. Responsibilities include IaC development, cost optimization, disaster recovery testing, and client engagement to report health and status.

Qualifications

• 2+ years hands-on Azure cloud engineering or administration in an MSP or enterprise environment.
• Strong knowledge of Azure Networking, Storage, and security practices.
• Proficient in PowerShell, Azure CLI, or Python scripting.
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and Windows/Linux server administration.

Responsibilities

• Provision, configure, and manage Azure resources including Virtual Machines, VNet, Azure SQL, App Services, and Storage Accounts.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM Templates.
• Manage Microsoft Entra ID, RBAC, and ensure compliance using Azure Policy and Defender for Cloud.
• Monitor performance with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.
• Analyze client cloud spend using Azure Cost Management and provide optimization recommendations.
• Implement and test backup and disaster recovery with Azure Backup and ASR.
• Act as an escalation point for complex technical issues, performing RCA and documenting resolutions.
• Interface with clients to understand technical requirements and provide updates on infrastructure health and project status.

Skills

Azure Networking

Azure Storage

Scripting: PowerShell/Azure CLI/Python

CI/CD Pipelines

Windows & Linux Server administration

Problem-solving & Communication

Tools

Terraform

Bicep

ARM Templates

Azure DevOps

GitHub Actions

AKS

Docker

Job description

Intermediate Azure Cloud Engineer (Managed Services)

Location: Irvine, CA (100% On-site)

Employment Type: Full-time

Experience Level: 2

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Intermediate Azure Cloud Engineer to join our Managed Services team in Irvine, CA. In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management, optimization, and troubleshooting of complex Azure environments for a diverse portfolio of clients.

As a key member of our technical team, you will bridge the gap between initial cloud architecture and ongoing operational excellence. The ideal candidate has a strong technical foundation in Azure, a "security-first" mindset, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multi-client environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Infrastructure Management: Provision, configure, and manage Azure resources including Virtual Machines, VNet, Azure SQL, App Services, and Storage Accounts.

• Automation & IaC: Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM Templates to standardize and automate deployments.

• Identity & Security: Manage Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), implement Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), and ensure compliance using Azure Policy and Microsoft Defender for Cloud.

• Monitoring & Optimization: Utilize Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights to proactively monitor performance and troubleshoot issues.

• Cost Management: Analyze client cloud spend using Azure Cost Management and provide actionable recommendations for cost optimization (Rightsizing, Reserved Instances, etc.).

• Backup & Disaster Recovery: Implement and test robust backup and recovery solutions using Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery (ASR).

• L3 Technical Support: Act as an escalation point for complex technical issues, performing Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and documenting resolutions.

• Client Engagement: Interface with clients to understand technical requirements and provide updates on infrastructure health and project status.

Qualifications

• Experience: 2+ years of hands‑on experience in Azure cloud engineering or administration within an MSP or enterprise environment.

• Technical Proficiency:

• Deep understanding of Azure Networking (NSGs, ASGs, VPN Gateways, Firewalls).

• Deep understanding of Azure Storage Account.

• Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Azure CLI, or Python.

• Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions).

• Solid knowledge of Windows and Linux Server administration.

• Soft Skills: Excellent problem‑solving skills, the ability to prioritize tasks in a high‑pressure environment, and clear professional communication skills.

• Requirement: Must be able to work 100% on-site at our Irvine, CA office.

Preferred Skills & Certifications

• Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) is highly preferred. Progress toward AZ-305 (Solutions Architect) or AZ-500 (Security Engineer) is a plus.

• Containerization: Experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or Docker.

• Migration: Experience with "Lift & Shift" or Refactoring migrations from on‑premises to Azure.

• Language Skills: Korean language proficiency is preferred

Why You'll Love It Here

• Our Product is Our People: We live by this. We invest in people who invest in themselves. Your growth is our growth.

• True Servant Leadership: Our CTO leads with a "force multiplier" philosophy. Management is here to empower you and clear roadblocks, not to micromanage. We won't ask you to do anything we're not willing to do ourselves.

• Flat Organization, Real Impact: Your voice and designs will directly shape our technical roadmap and our clients' success. You'll work on the latest tech to solve real problems.

• A "Learn-from-it" Culture: We're moving fast and building new things. We believe mistakes are learning opportunities, not failures.

Megazone Cloud is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all new hires.