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Senior Azure Consultant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65.50 - $85.25/hr

Azure VMs, Azure Storage, Vnets, Resource Manager, Azure SQL, Azure Backup, Traffic Manager, Cloud & App Services, Azure Active Directory * Proficiency in Windows operating system and storage ...

Azure Architect Consultant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65.50 - $85.25/hr

Azure VMs, Azure Storage, Vnets, Resource Manager, Azure SQL, Azure Backup, Traffic Manager, Cloud & App Services, Azure Active Directory Proficiency in Windows operating system and storage ...

Senior Azure Consultant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65.50 - $85.25/hr

Azure VMs, Azure Storage, Vnets, Resource Manager, Azure SQL, Azure Backup, Traffic Manager, Cloud & App Services, Azure Active Directory * Proficiency in Windows operating system and storage ...

Managed Services Engineer - Azure

Augusta, ME

$54.50 - $67.50/hr

Manage and support Zerto disaster recovery replication and Rubrik backup solutions in Azure * Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve performance, capacity, and availability issues across supported Azure ...

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$55 - $68.25/hr

Manage and support Zerto disaster recovery replication and Rubrik backup solutions in Azure * Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve performance, capacity, and availability issues across supported Azure ...

Azure DevOps

Plano, TX · On-site

$50.75 - $69.50/hr

Job Title Skilled in Cloud/PaaS high availability environments including hands on experience provisioning Azure Virtual Machines, Log Analytics, Azure Monitor, Azure Backup, Azure App Services ...

Managed Services Engineer - Azure

$56.25 - $69.75/hr

Manage and support Zerto disaster recovery replication and Rubrik backup solutions in Azure * Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve performance, capacity, and availability issues across supported Azure ...

Azure Cloud Senior Admin

Brisbane, CA · Hybrid

$100K - $120K/yr

Backup: * Azure Backup & Disaster Recovery or any other relevant Backup Technologies * Azure Monitoring & Governance * Using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Microsoft Sentinel for proactive ...

Azure Architect Consultant

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65.50 - $85.25/hr

Azure VMs, Azure Storage, Vnets, Resource Manager, Azure SQL, Azure Backup, Traffic Manager, Cloud & App Services, Azure Active Directory * Proficiency in Windows operating system and storage ...

... backup and disaster recovery strategies using Azure Backup and Site Recovery or any Relevant Backup solution • Ensure compliance and governance through Azure Policy, RBAC, and security best ...

Managed Services Engineer - Azure

Santa Fe, NM · On-site

$53.75 - $66.75/hr

Manage and support Zerto disaster recovery replication and Rubrik backup solutions in Azure * Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve performance, capacity, and availability issues across supported Azure ...

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Infrastructure Engineer - IaaS / Azure

Warren, NJ · On-site

$111.10K - $145.70K/yr

Implement backup, disaster recovery, and high-availability strategies (e.g. Azure Site Recovery, Azure Backup). * Ensure compliance, governance, and security best practices (e.g. Azure Policy ...

Azure Cloud Engineer IV

$57 - $76.25/hr

Implement backup/DR strategies (Azure Backup / Azure Site Recovery), including routine recovery testing and documented RTO/RPO targets. * Implement identity and access controls (Microsoft Entra ID/AD ...

Azure Cloud Engineer IV

Milwaukee, WI · Remote

$55 - $73.50/hr

Implement backup/DR strategies (Azure Backup / Azure Site Recovery), including routine recovery testing and documented RTO/RPO targets. * Implement identity and access controls (Microsoft Entra ID/AD ...

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How much do azure backup jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for azure backup in the United States is $58.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $52.88 and $65.62 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Azure Backup Specialist, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Azure Backup Specialist, you need expertise in cloud computing, data backup and recovery strategies, and a solid understanding of Microsoft Azure services, typically supported by certifications like Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate. Familiarity with Azure Backup, PowerShell scripting, and monitoring/management tools is essential for daily operations. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication help you address incidents and coordinate with stakeholders. These skills are vital for ensuring data protection, minimizing downtime, and maintaining business continuity in cloud environments.

What are some common challenges faced by professionals managing Azure Backup solutions, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals working with Azure Backup often encounter challenges such as optimizing backup schedules, managing storage costs, and ensuring robust data recovery processes. Staying current with Azure's evolving features and maintaining compliance with organizational policies can also be demanding. These challenges can be addressed by regularly reviewing backup policies, leveraging Azure Monitor for proactive alerts, and participating in team knowledge-sharing sessions to stay updated on best practices. Collaboration with security and compliance teams is essential to ensure data protection standards are consistently met.

What is Azure Backup?

Azure Backup is a cloud-based backup solution provided by Microsoft Azure that helps protect your data by backing it up to the Azure cloud. It offers scalable, secure, and reliable backup services for both on-premises and cloud-based data, including virtual machines, databases, and files. With Azure Backup, you can restore your data in case of accidental deletion, corruption, or disasters, and it provides features such as encryption, automated backups, and long-term retention. The service integrates with other Azure services and can be managed through the Azure portal, PowerShell, or REST APIs.

What is an Azure Backup agent?

An Azure Backup agent is a software component used to back up on-premises data and applications to Azure cloud storage. It enables data protection for Windows servers and workstations, and requires installation and configuration on the protected machines. The agent works alongside Azure Backup services to facilitate scheduled backups and restore operations.

What is the difference between Azure Backup vs Azure Data Engineer?

AspectAzure BackupAzure Data Engineer
Primary RoleData protection and recovery solutions for cloud and on-premises dataDesigning, building, and maintaining data pipelines and storage solutions in Azure
Required CertificationsAzure Fundamentals, Azure AdministratorAzure Data Engineer Associate, Azure Data Scientist certifications
Work EnvironmentCloud environments, IT infrastructure managementData platforms, cloud and big data environments
Common UsageData backup, disaster recovery, data retentionData integration, transformation, analytics

Azure Backup focuses on protecting data through backup and recovery solutions, ensuring data availability and disaster recovery. In contrast, Azure Data Engineers develop and manage data pipelines and storage solutions to enable data analysis and business intelligence. While both roles work within Azure, their core responsibilities and skill sets differ significantly.

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Senior Azure Consultant

Senior Azure Consultant

SonSoft

Chicago, IL • On-site

$65.50 - $85.25/hr

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Job description

Senior Azure Consultant

Sonsoft, Inc. is a USA based corporation duly organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Georgia. Sonsoft Inc. is growing at a steady pace specializing in the fields of Software Development, Software Consultancy and Information Technology Enabled Services.

Job Description
  • At least 11 years of experience in technology consulting, enterprise and solutions architecture and architectural frameworks
  • At least 4 years' experience as Azure Architect
  • Proficiency in Azure IaaS and PaaS technologies and services: Azure VMs, Azure Storage, Vnets, Resource Manager, Azure SQL, Azure Backup, Traffic Manager, Cloud & App Services, Azure Active Directory
  • Proficiency in Windows operating system and storage technologies
  • Good understanding of Microsoft Active Directory and MS SQL Server
  • Good with scripting or programming using XML, JSON, PowerShell/VBScript/.net
  • Expertise translating business requirements / problems into technical architectures utilizing Azure and complementary technologies
  • Experience in providing Azure advisory and consulting services to customers including assessments, presenting recommendations on Azure migration roadmaps, architecture / designs etc.
  • Candidate will lead analysis, recommendations, and presentation of approaches to customers complex problems based on prior experience and researches
  • Strong experience in architect / design / deploy Azure IaaS and PaaS solutions based on a range of Azure technologies and services such as Compute, Data Services, App Services and Network Services etc
  • Experience in conducting Azure PoCs, deployment and migration of various workloads to Azureservices from traditional infrastructure or other Clouds
  • experience in deployment and migration of various workloads to Azure
  • Collaborate with customers functional and technical teams to ensure Azure based solutions are appropriately architected, engineered, tested, & deployed
  • Analytical skills
  • Experience and desire to work in a management consulting environment that requires regular travel.
Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent required from an accredited institution. Will also consider three years of progressive experience in the specialty in lieu of every year of education.
  • At least 11 years of experience with Information Technology.
Additional Information

** U.S. citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.

Note:

  • This is a Full Time job opportunity.
  • Only US Citizen, Green Card Holder, GC-EAD, H4-EAD, L2-EAD can apply.
  • No OPT-EAD, TN Visa & H1-B for this position.
  • Please mention your Visa Status in your email or resume.

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About Sonsoft

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Sonsoft , Inc. is a USA based corporation duly organized under the laws of the Commonwealth of Georgia. Sonsoft Inc. is growing at a steady pace specializing in the fields of Software Development, Software Consultancy and Information Technology Enabled Services.

Industry

It services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Alpharetta, GA, US

Year founded

2007