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Azure Infrastructure Consultant

Jackson, MS · On-site

$55.25 - $72/hr

Governance and Security Work with ITS and agency security teams to ensure industry best practices (such as Azure Policy and Microsoft Defender for Cloud) and various compliance requirements are met.

Azure Architect

Reston, VA · Remote

$66 - $86/hr

... and compliant cloud implementations * Lead architectural design reviews and approve solution ... Azure Solutions Architect Expert (required) * 10+ years of experience architecting and leading ...

Azure Cloud Architect

Allentown, PA · On-site

$62.75 - $81.75/hr

Azure architect roles and responsibilities for establishing and maintaining rigorous security protocols, including identity management and compliance enforcement .Employ a vigilant approach to ...

Azure SME Consultant

Jackson, MS

$55.25 - $72/hr

Governance and Security Work with Cient and agency security teams to ensure industry best practices (such as Azure Policy and Microsoft Defender for Cloud) and various compliance requirements are met.

Azure Solution Architect

Norwell, MA · On-site

$67 - $87.25/hr

Azure Solution Architect Location: Norwell, MA Duration: 6 months Azure Solution Architect Job ... Familiarity with data privacy and compliance regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA). Experience with other ...

Azure Data Engineer

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$52.75 - $65.50/hr

... that are efficient and compliant to organization guidelines.Be a subject matter expert ... Required skills - Azure SQL DB, Azure Data Factory, Synapse Analytics, Power BI,Azure Data Lake ...

Azure Architect

Reston, VA · On-site

$66 - $86/hr

... and compliant cloud implementations * Lead architectural design reviews and approve solution ... Azure Solutions Architect Expert (required) * 10+ years of experience architecting and leading ...

Senior Azure Data Architect

Hazlet, NJ · On-site

$65.50 - $85.25/hr

Azure Data Architect - Healthcare client exp is must Location: Remote About the Role We are seeking ... Ensure solutions adhere to HIPAA, PHI/PII protection, security, and compliance requirements.

Azure Platform Engineer

Tucker, GA · On-site

$59.75 - $78/hr

Identity-first architecture (Entra ID, Managed Identities) Network security (NSGs, Private Endpoints, Zero Trust patterns) Secrets management (Azure Key Vault) Ensure infrastructure meets compliance ...

Azure SME (Hybrid)

Jackson, MS · On-site

$59.75 - $78/hr

Governance and Security - Work with the Client and agency security teams to ensure industry best practices (such as Azure Policy and Microsoft Defender for Cloud) and various compliance requirements ...

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Azure Cloud Architect

Moss Point, MS · Hybrid

$52.75 - $68.75/hr

Governance and Security - Work with ITS and agency security teams to ensure industry best practices (such as Azure Policy and Microsoft Defender for Cloud) and various compliance requirements are met.

We Are Seeking an experienced Azure SME to provide technical leadership, architecture guidance ... compliance initiatives and support cloud environments operating within regulated frameworks. · ...

.Net Azure Architect

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$74.75 - $97.50/hr

Security & Compliance: Implement and enforce Azure security best practices, identity management, and role-based access controls (RBAC). * DevOps & CI/CD: Architect and manage CI/CD pipelines for AI ...

Azure Architect

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$70 - $91.25/hr

Azure Architect New York City, NY Interview: F2F (Local Candidates Only) Project Scope: We are ... Ensure compliance with cloud security standards and best practices. * Troubleshoot and optimize ...

Senior Cloud Azure Architect

Fort Belvoir, VA · On-site

$71.75 - $93.50/hr

Architect and deploy Azure Arc for consolidated resource management, security and compliance across ... multi-cloud and on-premises environments. * Architect and secure hybrid connectivity across Azure ...

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How much do azure compliance jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for azure compliance 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 some common challenges faced in an Azure Compliance role when working with cross-functional teams?

Professionals in Azure Compliance often need to bridge the gap between technical teams, legal departments, and business stakeholders. One key challenge is translating complex regulatory requirements into actionable technical controls that engineers and developers can implement within Azure environments. Additionally, ensuring consistent compliance across multiple projects or business units can be demanding, as different teams may have varying levels of cloud security maturity. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential to align everyone on compliance goals and to address gaps proactively.

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

To thrive as an Azure Compliance professional, you need a solid understanding of cloud computing, regulatory frameworks (such as GDPR, HIPAA, or ISO 27001), and risk management, often supported by a relevant degree or certifications like Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals. Familiarity with Azure Security Center, Microsoft Purview, compliance management tools, and audit systems is typically required. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and effective communication skills help ensure that compliance standards are interpreted and implemented accurately across teams. These competencies are critical for maintaining regulatory compliance, protecting organizational data, and managing risk in cloud environments.

What is the difference between Azure Compliance vs Azure Security Engineer?

AspectAzure ComplianceAzure Security Engineer
CertificationsISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPRCompTIA Security+, CISSP, Azure Security Engineer Associate
Work EnvironmentFocus on regulatory standards, audits, and compliance frameworks within cloud environmentsFocus on implementing security controls, threat mitigation, and incident response in Azure
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by compliance teams, auditors, and cloud administratorsUsed by security teams, cloud engineers, and IT departments

Azure Compliance specialists focus on ensuring cloud services meet regulatory standards and manage audits, while Azure Security Engineers implement security measures to protect cloud infrastructure. Both roles require knowledge of Azure, but their core responsibilities differ, with compliance emphasizing standards and audits, and security emphasizing threat prevention and response.

What is Azure Compliance?

Azure Compliance refers to Microsoft's set of tools, certifications, and processes that help organizations meet regulatory, legal, and industry-specific requirements when using Microsoft Azure cloud services. It ensures that data stored and processed in Azure adheres to standards such as GDPR, HIPAA, ISO, and more. Azure provides compliance offerings, audit readiness resources, and built-in controls to help businesses achieve and maintain compliance in the cloud environment.
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Infographic showing various Azure Compliance job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 10% As Needed, 40% Full Time, and 50% Contract. Highlights an 78% Physical, 8% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $121,476 per year, or $58.4 per hour.
Azure Infrastructure Consultant

Azure Infrastructure Consultant

Skywalk Global

Jackson, MS • On-site

$55.25 - $72/hr

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Job Functions Overview:

Azure Environment Management Oversee and maintain the existing Azure tenants and Management Groups while

ensuring adherence to industry best practices.

Cloud Architecture For both ITS and agencies, design, review, and implement Azure solutions that meet

performance, security, and scalability requirements.

Troubleshooting and Support Serve as a senior point of contact for complex Azure-related issues, including

network connectivity. This will require coordination with internal teams and agencies to determine root cause and

remediation strategies.

Vendor Relationships Work with Microsoft and other third-party vendors to integrate various products into the

overall Azure ecosystem.

Mentorship and Training Provide knowledge transfer, training, and coaching to staff members to build internal cloud

expertise. Help with the creation and maintenance of technical documentation, standards, and playbooks.

Governance and Security Work with ITS and agency security teams to ensure industry best practices (such as

Azure Policy and Microsoft Defender for Cloud) and various compliance requirements are met.

Deep knowledge of key Azure services (VMs, Azure Storage, Azure SQL/Cosmos DB, VNet, Microsoft Entra

ID, Azure Functions, Azure Resource Manager templates, etc.).

Experience leading cloud migrations or implementations in a complex multi-tenant/subscription environment.

Strong network troubleshooting abilities to help resolve connectivity issues both inside the Azure cloud

environment and ingressing/egressing to the State's on-premises environment (e.g., ExpressRoute, VPN).

Familiarity with Azure Landing Zone implementations and management using Azure Landing Zone reference

architectures or ALZ deployment tools.

Proficiency with infrastructure as code (ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform) and CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps,

GitHub Actions).

Experience implementing security best practices (e.g., Azure RBAC, encryption, network segmentation, and

Azure Policies).

Familiarity with DevOps principles, containerization (Docker, AKS, Azure Container Apps), and serverless

architectures.

Strong troubleshooting abilities across networking, storage, and compute layers in Azure.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to both technical

and non-technical stakeholders.

Proven experience mentoring staff and fostering a collaborative, learning-focused environment.

Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.

Strong organizational skills, capable of managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

Ability to lead architectural reviews and navigate ambiguity in designing solutions to complex business

problems. Microsoft Azure Expert-level certification (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure DevOps Engineer

Expert).

Experience in a government or highly regulated environment (e.g., HIPAA, CJIS, IRS 1075 compliance).

Knowledge of ITIL, project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, Agile), and enterprise IT governance

frameworks.

Familiarity with other public cloud providers and hybrid-cloud environments (e.g., Azure Arc).

Working knowledge of common scripting/programming languages (Python, Bash, Powerhell).