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SmartIPlace

Azure Cloud Engineer[HYBRID]

Fort Washington, PA · On-site

$53.75 - $72/hr

Azure Cloud Engineer 6-month contract Fort Washington, PA Hybrid USC/GC Primary responsibilities? * Implement and support Azure-based infrastructure solutions, IAAS, PAAS, SAAS components. * Automate ...

Compunnel

Azure Cloud Engineer

Florham Park, NJ · On-site

$58.25 - $78/hr

Azure Cloud Engineer JOB SUMMARY We are seeking a hands-on Cloud Engineer to support a large-scale infrastructure modernization initiative by building and automating Azure infrastructure through ...

Seneca Holdings

Azure Cloud Engineer

Orlando, FL

$52 - $69.50/hr

The Azure Cloud Engineer will support cloud modernization and Test & Evaluation (T&E) initiatives through the implementation, sustainment, and security management of Azure Government cloud ...

Merican

Azure Cloud Engineer

$57 - $76.25/hr

Azure Cloud Engineer Location: Remote EST/CST Duration: 6 months C2H * Cloud Engineer - 4-5 years - Azure has been around 10-12 years, some one that has been there done that, proficient with Bicep ...

Seneca Holdings

Azure Cloud Engineer

Orlando, FL

$52 - $69.50/hr

The Azure Cloud Engineer will support cloud modernization and Test & Evaluation (T&E) initiatives through the implementation, sustainment, and security management of Azure Government cloud ...

ACI Infotech

Azure Cloud Engineer

$50/hr

Azure Cloud Engineer Location: 100% Remote Duration: long term Pay Rate: $50/hr on W2 What you should have: * Minimum 8+ years of IT Industry experience. * Fully Remote Position As an Azure Cloud ...

ACS Consultancy Services

Azure Cloud Engineer

Albany, NY · Remote

$57 - $76.25/hr

Job Title : Azure Cloud Engineer Location : Remote We are currently seeking candidates who meet the following qualifications. Responsibilities: * Design, deploy, and manage Azure-based cloud ...

ManTech

Principal Azure Cloud Engineer

Chantilly, VA · Remote

$141K - $236K/yr

The Principal Azure Cloud Engineer will leverage their strong technical background and knowledge to ... Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the ...

NAVA Software Solutions

Azure Cloud Engineer

Houston, TX · On-site

$53.25 - $71/hr

Azure Cloud Engineer Location: Houston TX - Hybrid Duration: Full time /Direct Hire KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Develop and implement a comprehensive cloud strategy aligned with overall IT goals and needs.

Seneca Holdings

Azure Cloud Engineer

Orlando, FL · On-site

$52 - $69.50/hr

The Azure Cloud Engineer will support cloud modernization and Test & Evaluation (T&E) initiatives through the implementation, sustainment, and security management of Azure Government cloud ...

SRI Tech solutions Inc

Azure/Cloud Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$63 - $84/hr

Position: Azure/Cloud Engineer Location: Bellevue, WA Duration: Full Time About the role: A leading role in Client's adoption of AWS and Azure cloud environments for improved agility, new ...

Fisher Investments

Azure Cloud Engineer

Tampa, FL · On-site

The Azure Cloud Engineer will maintain the operational Azure cloud environment, perform infrastructure deployments and ensure the production environment is operating securely and efficiently using ...

Fisher Investments

Azure Cloud Engineer

Camas, WA · On-site

The Azure Cloud Engineer will maintain the operational Azure cloud environment, perform infrastructure deployments and ensure the production environment is operating securely and efficiently using ...

Fisher Investments

Azure Cloud Engineer

Gresham, OR

The Azure Cloud Engineer will maintain the operational Azure cloud environment, perform infrastructure deployments and ensure the production environment is operating securely and efficiently using ...

SRI Tech solutions Inc

Azure/Cloud Engineer

Bellevue, WA · On-site

$63 - $84/hr

Position: Azure/Cloud Engineer Location: Bellevue, WA Duration: Full Time About the role: A leading role in Client's adoption of AWS and Azure cloud environments for improved agility, new ...

iQuasar LLC

Azure Cloud Engineer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

$54 - $72.25/hr

Cloud Engineer * Location: St. Louis, MO * Clearance: Secret Azure Cloud engineer with experience integrating data from both internal and external data sources to build a data processing system.

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Azure Cloud Engineer[HYBRID]

SmartIPlace

Fort Washington, PA • On-site

$53.75 - $72/hr

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Job description

Azure Cloud Engineer

6-month contract

Fort Washington, PA Hybrid

USC/GC


 

Primary responsibilities?

  • Implement and support Azure-based infrastructure solutions, IAAS, PAAS, SAAS components.
  • Automate infrastructure provisioning using tools like ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform.
  • Manage and monitor Azure resources using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.
  • Implement and maintain security best practices, including role-based access control (RBAC), network security groups (NSGs), and Azure Policy.
  • Support hybrid cloud environments and integrate on-premises systems with Azure services.
  • Collaborate with DevOps teams to integrate Azure services into CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
  • Optimize Azure resource usage and manage cost through Azure Cost Management and budgeting tools.
  • Maintain documentation of cloud architecture, configurations, and operational procedures.
  • Stay up to date with Azure innovations and recommend improvements to existing cloud strategies.


 

Qualifications?

Essential:

  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3+ years of experience in cloud engineering or IT infrastructure, with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure.
  • Hands-on experience with core Azure services (e.g., Azure VMs, Azure Storage, Azure Networking, Entra ID Hybrid).
  • Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Azure CLI, or Python.
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform.
  • Solid understanding of networking, identity, and security in Azure environments.

Preferred:

  • Microsoft certifications such as:
  • Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
  • Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
  • Azure DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400)
  • Experience with Azure Application Gateway, Firewall, Load Balancing, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Functions, and Logic Apps.
  • Familiarity with hybrid cloud tools like Azure Arc and Azure Stack.
  • Experience with monitoring and alerting tools in Azure.
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SMART-iPLACE provides innovative staffing and consulting solutions that help our clients achieve their business objectives. We can understand and support all areas of your IT systems from back-end infrastructure to front-end personal productivity. Our goal is create innovative IT solutions that enable your business to be more agile and competitive.

Industry

It services

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Irving, TX, US

Year founded

2021

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