Azure Cloud Engineer Part Time Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

The Information Technology Division is responsible for applications used internally and by the public to access agency information and services. Current objectives of IT include providing reliable online services for the access of public information; automating services from paper to online transactions; and standardizing our practices and solutions to manage cost and speed development.

We are seeking a Sr. Office 365 Administrator to work with our IT team to maintain the agency's Cloud services in Office 365 and Azure. You will be independently identifying and remediating vulnerabilities across the Microsoft stack using appropriate tools; Mobile and desktop compliance; performing auditing and reporting tasks; account, group, and mailbox administration using InTune, Entra ID (Azure AD), Exchange Online. Additionally, administration of DNS, DHCP, and Directory Services, and some tier 2/3 support of Windows and Office systems is expected.

Advanced knowledge of Office 365 administration - InTune, Teams, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, Security, Compliance, Defender for Cloud, Endpoint Manager, DLP, Auditing, eDiscovery, Entra ID, Purview
Experience with WAF systems like Barracuda, Palo Alto, Cloudstrike, and other NG Firewalls and monitoring tools
Strong skills and experience with PowerShell scripting with Office 365, Azure
Azure - Active Directory, Automation
Proficient with Windows Server 2016-2025 roles including Directory Services, DNS and DHCP, File and Print Services, Group Policies and InTune policies and controls
Good understanding of network concepts, such as IP addressing, routing, VLan, DMZ and VPN
Ability to engage in root cause analysis
Aptitude for continuous improvement where incident resolution is integrated into operations
Demonstrated capability as a self-starter, strong trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to complete projects by assigned deadlines
Ability to work in a team-centric environment, as well as individually
Strong organizational skills and effective time management while working on multiple projects, assignments, and tasks
Effective interpersonal and listening skills
Some after-hours support
Ability to write administrative and technical documentation for use by IT and support staff

Microsoft Certified Security Operations Analyst Associate desirable
Microsoft Certified Security Administrator Associate desirable

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background/reference check, confirmation of any degrees/certifications, and an MVD records check.
A.R.S. Section 40-101 prohibits Commission employees from having certain interests in entities that the Commission regulates. Applicants shall be required to disclose any interests they may have in the regulated entities during the application process, and as a condition of employment, to divest themselves of any prohibited interests.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver's License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Excellent comprehensive benefits, including a top-ranked retirement plan, low-cost health coverage, supplemental policies such as vision and short-term disability, and generous paid vacation and sick leave programs.
Career and personal development support; multiple training and education opportunities and resources; qualifying Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer.
Interesting, challenging work in a public sector environment with the chance to make a real difference in our state
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity agency and a recognized Arizona Veteran Supportive Employer.

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Arizona state employees participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS).

If you have any questions, please feel free to email HumanResources@azcc.gov for assistance.
The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting HumanResources@azcc.gov. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow sufficient time to arrange the accommodation.