Microsoft Azure Engineer

vamonosit; Ashburn (VA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance options

Paid Federal Holidays

Robust Paid Vacation Policy

Job summary

Vamonos IT is looking for a skilled Microsoft Azure Engineer to join their cloud services team. The role involves designing and maintaining Azure-based solutions for clients while ensuring security and optimizing performance.

Ideal candidates will have a degree in Computer Science, a minimum of 3 years of Azure experience, and strong scripting skills. Benefits include health insurance options and educational assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years’ hands-on experience managing Microsoft Azure environments.
• Strong grasp of Azure services including security and monitoring.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture and management of Azure cloud resources.
• Plan cloud migration strategies to Azure.
• Implement security protocols and monitor threats.

Skills

Managing Microsoft Azure environments

Scripting and automation

Cloud migration

Networking concepts

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

PowerShell

Azure CLI

Terraform

Job description

Microsoft Azure Engineer

Location: Remotework authorized, with occasional travel to customer facilities/company meetings as required.

Employment Type: Full-Time.

Vamonos IT is seeking a skilled and enthusiastic Microsoft Azure Engineer to join our dedicated cloud services team. In this role, you will architect, implement, and maintain Azure-based solutions for our diverse portfolio of clients. You will work closely with client stakeholders as well as internal teams to design scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud infrastructures, ensuring their digital transformation journey is seamless and impactful.

Responsibilities

• Design and Implement Azure Solutions: Lead the architecture, deployment, and management of Azure cloud resources, including virtual machines, networking, storage, identity solutions, and security controls.
• Cloud Migration: Plan and execute migration strategies from on-premises and other cloud platforms to Azure, leveraging best practices to minimize downtime and ensure data integrity.
• Security & Compliance: Implement robust security protocols, monitor threats, and ensure compliance with industry standards such as ISO, SOC, GDPR, and client-specific policies.
• Automation & Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Use tools such as ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform, and Azure DevOps pipelines to automate deployments and manage infrastructure efficiently.
• Performance Optimization: Monitor, analyze, and tune Azure resources for optimal performance, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Troubleshooting & Support: Diagnose and resolve cloud-related issues, provide technical guidance, and support clients throughout their Azure journey.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation covering architectures, procedures, and best practices for internal and client use.
• Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with project managers, developers, and other engineers to deliver integrated cloud solutions.
• Continuous Learning: Stay abreast of the latest Azure features, industry trends, and emerging technologies; actively contribute to Vamonos IT’s knowledge base and innovation initiatives.
• Support internal Vamonos IT initiatives and operations as needed.
• Support the Vamonos IT business development initiatives and team.
• Engage/complete continuing education/certification processes as prescribed by customer and/or Vamonos IT.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent hands‑on experience)
• Minimum of 3 years’ hands‑on experience managing and supporting Microsoft Azure environments
• Strong grasp of Azure services, including VM, storage, networking, security, identity, and monitoring
• Proficient in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Azure CLI, ARM Templates, Bicep, or Terraform)
• Experience with cloud migration, hybrid cloud, and multi‑cloud architectures
• Solid understanding of networking concepts (VNet, VPN, ExpressRoute, NSG, firewall, load balancing)
• Experience implementing security controls and monitoring in Azure
• Excellent problem‑solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to explain complex concepts to non‑technical stakeholders
• Azure certification(s) such as Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Solutions Architect, or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and managing code repositories
• Knowledge of containerization with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Docker, and microservices architectures
• Experience integrating Azure with other cloud platforms (AWS, GCP) and on‑premises systems
• Familiarity with governance, cost management, tagging strategies, and resource optimization
• Exposure to data platforms in Azure (SQL Database, Cosmos DB, Data Factory) and analytics solutions
• Understanding of cloud security frameworks, compliance requirements, and risk management
• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior engineers and contribute to a collaborative team culture

About Vamonos IT

Our experienced team of technical Subject Matter Experts and Professional Project Managers deliver solutions to the toughest challenges in enterprise cloud computing and infrastructure management within the Homeland Security and Federal civilian landscape.

Our Mission is to set the bar in service delivery excellence, providing professional services our customers cannot help but notice.

Our core values of Exceptional Service, Accountability, Continual Improvement, and Opportunity for Growth drive our customers' success and include an inward focus on our team and interactions with each other.

From our customer‑facing teams to internal operations, we want to conduct business in a way all employees can proudly and confidently represent Vamonos IT.

Our benefits include:

• Paid Federal Holidays
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance options
• Simple IRA with matching
• Robust Paid Vacation Policy
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Short‑Term and Long‑Term Disability
• Company provided life insurance

Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Vamonos IT, LLC does not discriminate in employment opportunities, terms, and conditions of employment, or practices on the basis of race, age, gender, religious or political beliefs, national origin or heritage, disability, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected by law.