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Remote Azure Data Engineer Jobs in Atlanta, GA (NOW HIRING)

MO1-613-Senior Azure Cloud Engineer 11694-1

Atlanta, GA · Remote

$57 - $76.25/hr

100% Remote. Our direct client has an opening for a Senior Azure Cloud Engineer 11694-1 This ... I consent to FHR, its affiliates, third parties and partners processing my personal data for these ...

Azure Solution Architect

Atlanta, GA · Remote

$61 - $79.50/hr

Experience with Azure administration, Azure development, and DevOps processes. * Familiarity with governance, data platforms, disaster recovery, and IT operations. * Proficiency in scripting and ...

Databricks SME

Atlanta, GA · Remote

$66.25 - $87/hr

CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, GitLab, etc.) * Data formats and protocols (Parquet, JSON, Avro) Certifications Required: * Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional * Databricks ...

Databricks SME

Atlanta, GA · Remote

$66.25 - $87/hr

CI/CD tools (GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, GitLab, etc.) * Data formats and protocols (Parquet, JSON, Avro) Certifications Required: * Databricks Certified Data Engineer Professional * Databricks ...

Lead Engineer (Azure)

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

$98K - $132K/yr

Data Protection : Purview, DLP, Sensitivity Labels, DSPM * Cloud Security : Azure Defender for ... remote and hybrid options What's in it for you: - Working with an industry leader : Be part of a ...

100% Remote. Our direct client has an opening for a Power Platform developer 64265 This position is ... The position will manage efforts using Azure DevOps and collaborate with stakeholders to understand ...

Data Platform Engineer

Atlanta, GA · On-site +1

$145K - $175K/yr

As a Data Platform Engineer, you will contribute to building the modern Data platform at Prizepicks ... S. and are willing to consider remote candidates. #LI-Remote Working at PrizePicks: The typical ...

100% Remote. Our client has an opening for a Cybersecurity Engineer 3 (764117) This position is up ... Required 5 Years 3+ years of hands-on experience securing Azure environments Required 3 Years ...

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How much do remote azure data engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for remote azure data engineer in Atlanta, GA is $124,743.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $110,100.00 and $132,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges a remote Azure Data Engineer might face, and how are they typically addressed?

A common challenge for Remote Azure Data Engineers is ensuring secure, reliable data transfer and integration across distributed systems while collaborating with teams that may be in different time zones. This is typically addressed by implementing best practices for cloud security, employing automated monitoring, and leveraging project management tools to stay aligned with cross-functional teams. Clear, proactive communication is essential in a remote environment, as is documentation to keep everyone updated on project progress. Many organizations also offer regular virtual check-ins and access to knowledge-sharing platforms to foster collaboration. By staying organized and proactive, remote Azure Data Engineers can successfully deliver scalable data solutions in a distributed work setup.

What is a remote Azure Data Engineer?

A Remote Azure Data Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing data solutions using Microsoft Azure cloud services while working from a remote location. They work with tools like Azure Data Factory, Azure SQL Database, and Azure Synapse Analytics to process, store, and analyze data. Their role includes data pipeline development, performance optimization, and ensuring data security. Collaboration with data scientists, analysts, and business teams is common to support data-driven decision-making.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a remote Azure Data Engineer?

To thrive as a Remote Azure Data Engineer, you need expertise in designing, implementing, and managing data solutions using Microsoft Azure, along with proficiency in SQL, data warehousing, and ETL processes. Familiarity with tools like Azure Data Factory, Azure SQL Database, Databricks, and certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate are highly valued. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and the ability to work autonomously make candidates stand out in this remote role. These skills ensure that data pipelines are robust, secure, and scalable, enabling organizations to make data-driven decisions efficiently.

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Data Security Architect (Data Platform Security)

McKesson

Alpharetta, GA • On-site, Remote

$62.25 - $80/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 15 hours ago


McKesson rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 209 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

47th of 86 rated pharmaceutical


Job description

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more accessible and affordable. Here, we focus on the health, happiness, and well-being of you and those we serve - we care.

What you do at McKesson matters. We foster a culture where you can grow, make an impact, and are empowered to bring new ideas. Together, we thrive as we shape the future of health for patients, our communities, and our people. If you want to be part of tomorrow's health today, we want to hear from you.

CoverMyMeds Technology isseeking aData Security Architect(Data Platform Security) to join our Data & Analytics organization. This is a highly specialized role responsible for defining, implementing, and governingenterprise-wide data security architectureacross cloud and hybrid data platforms. You will serve as the security authority across the data lifecycle - ensuring that sensitive healthcare data isprotected, compliant, and audit-readywhile enabling scalable analytics and external data sharing. This role directly supports mission-critical healthcare operations wheresecurity, privacy, and trust are foundational.

* Our preferred candidate would reside in the Columbus, OH area to support a hybrid work schedule, but we may consider a well-qualified full-remote candidate.

*McKesson complies with all applicable U.S. immigration laws and regulations. The Company does not provide employer support or sponsorship for any immigration related employment benefit for this role.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a fulltime basis without the need for employer support or sponsorship now or in the future. This includes having the legal right to work in the United States without the need for McKesson support or sponsorship for any immigration related employment authorization (e.g., H1B, O1, E3, H1B1, TN, F1 OPT, F1 STEM OPT, F1 CPT, etc.) now or in the future. If you will require McKessonto provide immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future, you should not apply for this position.

What You'll Do:

  • Own and evolve enterprise data security architectureacross Databricks, Azure Data Lake, and enterprise reporting platforms

  • Design and enforcefine-grained data access controls(RBAC, ABAC, row/column-level security) using Unity Catalog and governed tagging frameworks

  • Architectidentity and access management (IAM) patternsintegrating Okta, Microsoft Entra ID, SailPoint, and privileged access platforms

  • Define and implementPHI/PII protection strategies, including tokenization, encryption, de-identification, and masking across environments

  • Establishsecure data sharing and multi-tenant access modelsfor external customers, partners, and embedded analytics

  • Lead architecture fordata rights, entitlements, and consent-based access controls, ensuring compliance with contractual and regulatory requirements

  • Build and operationalizesecurity controls aligned to SOX ITGC, including logical access controls, change management, and audit evidence frameworks

  • Designaudit-ready security architecturessupporting HIPAA, SOC 2 Type II, and FedRAMP compliance requirements

  • Partner with engineering, SRE, and platform teams toembed security into CI/CD pipelines, platform onboarding, and development standards

  • Define and governdata classification, tagging, and lineage-aware security policiesacross medallion architectures

  • Evaluate and recommendenterprise security tooling and governance platforms

  • Producearchitecture artifacts(decision records, control matrices, audit evidence) consumable by internal and external auditors

Basic Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience, and typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience indata security, cybersecurity, or data architecture,with significant focus in cloud-based environments

  • Proven experience implementingdata security and governance controls in regulated environments(HIPAA, healthcare strongly preferred)

  • Strong expertise inSOX IT General Controls (ITGC)domains, including logical access, change management, and audit controls

  • Hands-on experience withDatabricks Unity Catalog security models, including RBAC, ABAC, and data masking

  • Deep knowledge ofAzure cloud security architecture, including networking, identity, and secrets management

  • Experience designingidentity and access management solutions(Okta, Entra ID, SailPoint, privileged access tools)

  • Demonstrated experience implementingencryption, tokenization, and de-identification strategiesfor sensitive data

  • Experience designingsecure data architectures for external/customer-facing analytics products

  • Ability to translateregulatory requirements into implemented technical controls and audit artifacts

  • Strong communication skills with ability to present architecture concepts totechnical, business, and audit stakeholders

Preferred Skills / Experience:

  • Experience supportingSOC 2 Type II and/or FedRAMP compliance programs

  • Knowledge ofhealthcare data sharing frameworks and consent models

  • Experience designingdata entitlement models and purpose-based access controls at scale

  • Familiarity withFHIR-based data platforms and interoperability security

  • Experience withDSPM/CSPM tools for cloud data security

  • Experience implementingnon-production data masking and synthetic data solutions

  • Exposure toCI/CD security architecture and service principal hardening

  • Experience operating in large,matrixed enterprise governance environments

We are proud to offer a competitive compensation package at McKesson as part of our Total Rewards. This is determined by several factors, including performance, experience and skills, equity, regular job market evaluations, and geographical markets. The pay range shown below is aligned with McKesson's pay philosophy, and pay will always be compliant with any applicable regulations. In addition to base pay, other compensation, such as an annual bonus or long-term incentive opportunities may be offered. For more information regarding benefits at McKesson, pleaseclick here.

Our Base Pay Range for this position

$124,100 - $206,900

McKesson has become aware of online recruiting-related scams in which individuals who are not affiliated with or authorized by McKesson are using McKesson's (or affiliated entities, like CoverMyMeds or RxCrossroads) name in fraudulent emails, job postings or social media messages. In light of these scams, please bear the following in mind:
McKesson Talent Advisors will never solicit money or credit card information in connection with a McKesson job application.


McKesson Talent Advisors do not communicate with candidates via online chatrooms or using email accounts such as Gmail or Hotmail. Note that McKesson does rely on a virtual assistant (Gia) for certain recruiting-related communications with candidates.

McKesson job postings are posted on our career site: careers.mckesson.com.

McKesson is an Equal Opportunity Employer

McKesson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other legally protected category. For additional information on McKesson's full Equal Employment Opportunity policies, visit our Equal Employment Opportunity page.

McKesson is committed to being an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and offers opportunities to all job seekers including job seekers with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation to assist with your job search or application for employment, please contact us by sending an email to (United States) Disability_Accommodation@McKesson.com or (Canada) Accessibility@mckesson.ca. Resumes or CVs submitted to this email box will not be accepted.

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