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Remote Azure Administrator Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Product Owner (Remote)

Irvine, CA · Remote

$140K - $150K/yr

Familiarity with Microsoft 365, Entra ID (Azure AD), Exchange, Teams, SharePoint, or Power Platform ... Understanding of enterprise IT environments and admin workflows * Experience in a small company or ...

Administer macOS and Windows endpoints using MDM platforms (Jamf Pro, Intune) * Manage device ... Support GCP (or AWS/Azure) infrastructure for corporate IT workloads * Manage VPN, network ...

Posted today

Senior Infrastructure Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site +1

$130K - $160K/yr

Administer Windows Server environments including patching, performance tuning, and security ... Manage Active Directory (on-prem and Azure AD) and user provisioning tasks. * Design, implement ...

Administer macOS and Windows endpoints using MDM platforms (Jamf Pro, Intune) * Manage device ... Support GCP (or AWS/Azure) infrastructure for corporate IT workloads * Manage VPN, network ...

Posted today

Monitor, maintain, and administer client servers, workstations, and network devices (Windows Server ... Configure and support Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, VPN, and remote access solutions.

This role can be hybrid or virtual/remote. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Act as the ... administrator or comparable experience. * 5+ years of experience managing and designing Azure ...

This role can be hybrid or virtual/remote. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: * Act as the ... administrator or comparable experience. * 5+ years of experience managing and designing Azure ...

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How much do remote azure administrator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote azure administrator in California is $52.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $42.45 and $61.68 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a remote Azure administrator?

To thrive as a Remote Azure Administrator, you need solid expertise in managing and maintaining Microsoft Azure cloud environments, including resource provisioning, security, networking, and automation, often supported by a degree in IT or a related field. Familiarity with tools like Azure Portal, PowerShell, ARM templates, and certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work independently while collaborating virtually with teams are essential soft skills. These qualifications ensure secure, efficient, and reliable cloud operations, especially in remote and distributed work settings.

What does a remote Azure administrator do?

A typical day for a Remote Azure Administrator involves monitoring and managing cloud resources, responding to alerts or incidents, implementing security best practices, and assisting users or teams with Azure-related issues. You may participate in virtual meetings with IT colleagues to plan, support, or review cloud projects, and you'll often use automation tools to optimize processes. Work is primarily autonomous but requires regular documentation and collaboration with developers, security teams, and other IT professionals. This structure allows flexibility while maintaining high standards for cloud system performance and security.

What is a remote Azure administrator?

A Remote Azure Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining Microsoft Azure cloud environments from a remote location. This role involves configuring, monitoring, and optimizing Azure resources such as virtual machines, storage, networking, and security settings. Administrators also troubleshoot issues, ensure compliance with best practices, and support business continuity through backups and disaster recovery planning. Strong knowledge of Azure services, automation, and security protocols is essential for this position.

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Infographic showing various Remote Azure Administrator job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 83% Full Time, 11% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $109,504 per year, or $52.6 per hour.

Remote Microsoft PKI / Intune SME

WaveStrong, Inc.

San Ramon, CA • On-site, Remote

Contractor

Posted 15 days ago


Job description

Exciting Remote Microsoft PKI / Intune SME contract opportunity.
Requirements
We are seeking a skilled Infrastructure/Systems Engineer to lead the modernization of our Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) environment. This role is responsible for migrating existing ADCS PKI services from Windows Server 2016 to Windows Server 2025 and evaluating a transition to an Intune-managed PKI solution. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with Microsoft PKI, certificate lifecycle management, and cloud-based identity services.
  • Lead the migration of existing ADCS Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) services from Windows Server 2016 to Windows Server 2025.
  • Assess and implement Intune-managed PKI capabilities to support a cloud-first strategy
  • Update and optimize PKI architecture, policies, and security controls
  • Ensure seamless integration with identity, device management, and security platforms
  • Minimize service disruption through careful planning, testing, and documentation
  • Provide guidance on best practices for certificate issuance, renewal, and automation

Qualifications
  • Strong experience with Microsoft ADCS and PKI administration
  • Familiarity with Windows Server 2016/2019/2022/2025
  • Experience with Microsoft Intune, Azure AD, and cloud-based certificate management
  • Understanding of security standards, certificate policies, and compliance requirements
  • Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills