Azure Platform Administrator – Mission-Critical Cloud Ops

Applied Research Solutions; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) seeks an Azure Platform Administrator to support and enhance cloud-based mission systems across Azure environments, including VMs, storage, networking, and identity services.

The ideal candidate will implement Azure security controls, manage Azure Virtual Desktop and Kubernetes workloads, maintain documentation, and collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, and development teams to solve complex technical challenges.

Qualifications

• US citizen
• Active TS/SCI or ability to obtain
• 5+ years of cloud administration experience, preferably in Azure
• AZ-104 certification or the ability to obtain within six months
• Security+ or DoD IAM Level II certification required
• Strong organizational, communication, and multi-tasking skills
• Ability to thrive as part of a small, fast-moving team
• Strong critical thinking and troubleshooting skills

Responsibilities

• Administer and support mission workloads in Azure, including VMs, storage, networking, identity services (Azure AD/Entra ID), and resource policies
• Manage and support Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) deployments, including host pools, session hosts, and application delivery
• Assist with implementation of Azure security controls including identity governance, conditional access, RBAC, policy enforcement, and general cloud hygiene
• Develop and maintain documentation, standard operating procedures, and best practices for consistent platform use
• Continuously learn and adopt new Azure cloud technologies, frameworks, and best practices
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Azure administration

Azure Kubernetes

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Education

AZ-104 Certification

Security+ or IAM Level II

Tools

Azure AD/Entra ID

Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)

RBAC

Job description

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) seeks an Azure Platform Administrator to support and enhance cloud-based mission systems across Azure environments, including VMs, storage, networking, and identity services.

The ideal candidate will implement Azure security controls, manage Azure Virtual Desktop and Kubernetes workloads, maintain documentation, and collaborate with IT, cybersecurity, and development teams to solve complex technical challenges.