Microsoft Cloud Infrastructure Consultant

Covenant Technology Partners; Missouri; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative IT solutions provider seeks a Senior Microsoft Cloud Consultant to join their dynamic team. In this role, you'll leverage your expertise in Microsoft cloud technologies, particularly Azure Hybrid cloud, to design, implement, and manage cloud solutions for diverse clients. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you'll ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of cloud services. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on both client success and your professional growth. Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to harnessing technology for business success.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in cloud solutions, focusing on Microsoft Azure and VDI.
• Strong understanding of Active Directory and cloud security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365.
• Manage and optimize Active Directory environments and provide technical guidance.

Skills

Cloud Solution Design

Microsoft Azure

Active Directory Management

Scripting (PowerShell)

Cloud Security Principles

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Relevant Certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect)

Tools

M365 Administration Portal

Microsoft PowerShell

Hyper-V

Job description

Covenant Technology Partners is a US based Microsoft Managed Gold Partner and is a leading provider of innovative IT solutions, dedicated to helping organizations harness the power of technology to drive business success. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Microsoft Cloud Consultant to join our dynamic team.

As a Microsoft Cloud Consultant, you will leverage your expertise in Microsoft cloud technologies, with a strong emphasis on Azure Hybrid cloud, to design, implement, and manage cloud solutions for our clients. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of cloud services.

Team members will experience opportunities to be mentored and grow in a fast paced, energetic, team-oriented and entrepreneurial-minded firm with challenging consulting projects and Managed Services engagements. Covenant attracts highly qualified and diverse professionals nationwide with the right combination of business, technical and creative skills. Our consultants are motivated to make a personal impact on both the growth and success of the firm and their personal careers.

The work location for this role is flexible if approved by Covenant except this position may not be performed remotely from Colorado and California.

Responsibilities:

1. Designs and implements cloud solutions leveraging Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365, ensuring alignment with best practices and client requirements.
2. Designs and implements virtual server solutions leveraging Microsoft Hyper-V, Azure Virtual Desktop, and/or VMWare, ensuring alignment with best practices and client requirements.
3. Manages and optimizes Active Directory environments, including Azure Active Directory, ensuring secure access and identity management.
4. Provides technical guidance and support for cloud migration projects, ensuring smooth transitions from on-premises to cloud environments.
5. Collaborates with clients to assess their cloud strategy, identifying opportunities for improvement and innovation.
6. Develops and executes scripts and automation processes to streamline cloud operations and enhance efficiency.
7. Monitors and troubleshoots cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability and performance of services.
8. Conducts training sessions and workshops for clients and internal teams on Microsoft cloud technologies and best practices.
9. Stays updated on the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to Microsoft cloud solutions.
10. Implements and manages user identities.
11. Implements authentication and access management.
12. Plans and implements workload identities.
13. Plans and implements identity governance.

Technologies:

• M365 Administration Portal
• Microsoft PowerShell script development for Entra ID, M365, Graph API
• Hyper-V

Qualifications:

Education, License or Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or equivalent experience; relevant certifications are a plus (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert).
• 1-3 years of proven experience in designing and implementing cloud solutions, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure, Microsoft VDI, Microsoft 365, and related security foundations.
• Extensive experience with Active Directory, including management of user accounts, group policies, and security settings.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles and best practices.
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell) for automation and management tasks.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Experience:

• Experience with cloud governance and compliance frameworks.
• 1-3 years consulting experience preferred.
• Knowledge of networking concepts and hybrid cloud architectures.
• Familiarity with other Microsoft technologies (e.g., OneDrive, Teams, Security).
• Experience implementing and managing user identities and workload identities and identity governance.
• Experience implementing authentication and access management.

We foster diversity, in part, by imposing a strict policy of non-discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information or other status protected by the law.

We value the unique skills and experiences that veterans and separated service members bring to our workforce. While serving our country you have gained skills such as leadership, flexibility, and agility, which will help to make you successful here. We are dedicated to supporting military families and ensuring that we provide a welcoming environment for our country’s heroes. We hope you consider joining the Covenant family.

Covenant is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Covenant will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [e-mail]

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Consulting and Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting