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ASCENDING LLC

Azure Infrastructure Engineer

Boston, MA · On-site +1

$116.80K - $153.20K/yr

Senior Azure Infrastructure Engineer / Systems Engineer Remote (EST Preferred) 6-month contract (potential to extend) Overview We are seeking a Senior Azure Infrastructure Engineer / Systems Engineer ...

ASCENDING

Azure Infrastructure Engineer

Boston, MA · Remote

$110K - $144.30K/yr

Senior Azure Infrastructure Engineer / Systems Engineer Remote (EST Preferred) 6-month contract (potential to extend) Overview We are seeking a Senior Azure Infrastructure Engineer / Systems Engineer ...

AgreeYa Solutions

Azure Infrastructure Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

$106.70K - $140K/yr

Azure Infrastructure Engineer (Azure Cloud Support Engineer) Location: Westerville OH/ Phoenix, AZ (Onsite) We are looking for an experienced Azure Infrastructure Engineer { Cloud Support Engineer ...

kgs

Azure Infrastructure Engineer

Washington, DC · Remote

$121.80K - $159.70K/yr

... contract. The primary work location is Patriots Plaza in Washington DC (with a possible work ... The Azure Infrastructure Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing ...

kgs

Azure Infrastructure Engineer

Washington, DC · Remote

$121.80K - $159.70K/yr

... contract. The primary work location is Patriots Plaza in Washington DC (with a possible work ... The Azure Infrastructure Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing ...

Koniag, Inc.

Azure Infrastructure Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$140K - $165K/yr

... contract. The primary work location is Patriots Plaza in Washington DC (with a possible work ... The Azure Infrastructure Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing ...

CAPTRUST

Azure Infrastructure Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$104.50K - $137.10K/yr

CAPTRUST is seeking a Azure Infrastructure Engineer to own implementation of Azure infrastructure standards and improve platform maturity. The ideal candidate can design, deploy, and maintain secure ...

CAPTRUST

Azure Infrastructure Engineer

Raleigh, NC · On-site

$104.50K - $137.10K/yr

CAPTRUST is seeking a Azure Infrastructure Engineer to own implementation of Azure infrastructure standards and improve platform maturity. The ideal candidate can design, deploy, and maintain secure ...

Northern Trust

Azure Infrastructure Engineer

Chicago, IL · On-site

$99.60K - $169.20K/yr

We're seeking an Azure Infrastructure Engineer who can design, build, and operate secure, scalable cloud platforms- and collaborate effectively with Java engineering teams. You will own core Azure ...

Northern Trust

Azure Infrastructure Engineer

Chicago, IL

$99.60K - $169.20K/yr

We're seeking an Azure Infrastructure Engineer who can design, build, and operate secure, scalable cloud platforms- and collaborate effectively with Java engineering teams. You will own core Azure ...

Northern Trust

Azure Infrastructure Engineer

Chicago, IL

$99.60K - $169.20K/yr

We're seeking an Azure Infrastructure Engineer who can design, build, and operate secure, scalable cloud platforms- and collaborate effectively with Java engineering teams. You will own core Azure ...

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As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for contract azure infrastructure engineer in the United States is $127,066.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,500.00 and $141,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Azure Infrastructure Engineer vs Contract Cloud Network Engineer?

AspectContract Azure Infrastructure EngineerContract Cloud Network Engineer
CertificationsAzure Solutions Architect, Azure AdministratorCisco CCNA, CCNP, CCIE, Azure certifications
Work EnvironmentAzure cloud platforms, infrastructure deployment, and managementNetwork design, security, and connectivity in cloud environments
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, cloud service providers, enterprises using AzureTelecom, data centers, cloud providers, enterprises with complex networks

The Contract Azure Infrastructure Engineer primarily focuses on deploying and managing Azure cloud infrastructure, while the Contract Cloud Network Engineer specializes in designing and securing network connectivity within cloud environments. Both roles require cloud and networking certifications and are in high demand across tech and enterprise sectors. The main difference lies in their focus areas: infrastructure deployment versus network security and connectivity.

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Azure Infrastructure Engineer

Azure Infrastructure Engineer

ASCENDING LLC

Boston, MA • On-site, Remote

$116.80K - $153.20K/yr

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Posted 19 days ago

Job description

Senior Azure Infrastructure Engineer / Systems Engineer
Remote (EST Preferred)
6-month contract (potential to extend)
Overview
We are seeking a Senior Azure Infrastructure Engineer / Systems Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise infrastructure across Azure cloud and hybrid on-prem environments. This role is infrastructure-first, with responsibility for Azure networking, compute, identity, and security, while also supporting Microsoft 365 and email platforms within the broader ecosystem.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience across Azure infrastructure, hybrid identity, and enterprise systems engineering, with the ability to own environments end-to-end and operate as a technical SME.
Key Responsibilities
Azure Infrastructure & Cloud Engineering
  • Design, implement, and manage Azure infrastructure environments, including Virtual Machines, storage, and resource configurations
  • Configure and maintain Azure networking (VNets, subnets, NSGs, peering, VPN connectivity, load balancing)
  • Support and optimize hybrid infrastructure across Azure and on-prem (Windows Server, VMware)
  • Implement and manage Azure monitoring and logging (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, alerting)
  • Ensure performance, availability, and scalability of cloud infrastructure
Identity & Access Management (Core Focus)
  • Administer and manage Entra ID (Azure AD) including hybrid identity (AD Connect)
  • Configure and enforce Conditional Access, MFA, RBAC, and Zero Trust policies
  • Support and implement SSO integrations using SAML and OAuth across enterprise applications
  • Manage identity lifecycle, access governance, and directory services
Messaging & Collaboration (Secondary Responsibility)
  • Support Exchange Online and hybrid Exchange environments
  • Manage email security platforms (Proofpoint, Microsoft Defender for Office 365, etc.)
  • Maintain mail flow, transport rules, and email authentication protocols (SPF, DKIM, DMARC)
  • Assist with migrations and optimization of Microsoft 365 services
Security, Automation & Operations
  • Collaborate with security teams to support cloud security posture, threat detection, and incident response
  • Utilize tools such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Purview for monitoring and compliance
  • Automate infrastructure and administrative tasks using PowerShell and/or Azure CLI
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and operational procedures
  • Act as a senior escalation point for complex infrastructure and cloud issues
Required Qualifications
  • 7+ years of experience in Systems Engineering / Infrastructure Engineering roles
  • Strong hands-on experience with Azure infrastructure (VMs, networking, storage)
  • Experience managing hybrid environments (on-prem + Azure)
  • Solid experience with Active Directory and Entra ID (Azure AD)
  • Experience with Azure networking (VNets, NSGs, VPN, peering)
  • Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation
  • Experience with Exchange Online and Microsoft 365 environments
  • Familiarity with email security concepts and tools (SPF, DKIM, DMARC, anti-phishing)Strong troubleshooting skills across infrastructure, cloud, and identity systems
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM templates, Bicep)
  • Experience with Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Purview
  • Knowledge of VMware or other virtualization platforms
  • Experience with Proofpoint or similar secure email gateways
  • Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, etc.) or Microsoft certifications
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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