
Azure Administration (Federal Experience Required) In-Office
Job Description
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and motivated Azure Administrator (Mid-Level) to support the administration, configuration, monitoring, and performance tuning of Microsoft Azure environments. This role requires hands-on experience with Azure IaaS and PaaS services, solid knowledge of cloud governance and security, and the ability to troubleshoot and optimize cloud resources.
Key Responsibilities:
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Manage day-to-day operations of Azure cloud infrastructure, including resource provisioning, virtual networks, virtual machines, storage accounts, and Azure Active Directory.
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Configure and monitor Azure services such as Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.
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Implement and maintain Azure governance policies, cost management controls, and resource tagging.
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Support the deployment and automation of infrastructure using ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform.
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Ensure high availability, scalability, and performance of Azure-hosted applications and services.
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Perform patch management, backups, and disaster recovery planning for Azure resources.
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Monitor service usage, optimize performance, and troubleshoot issues within the Azure environment.
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Collaborate with DevOps and security teams to enforce best practices in cloud security, networking, and access controls.
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Maintain documentation of system configurations, processes, and procedures.
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Stay current with Azure updates, new services, and industry best practices.
Required Qualifications:
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2-4 years of experience as an Azure Administrator or in a similar cloud infrastructure role.
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Strong hands-on experience with core Azure services (VMs, VNets, Azure AD, Storage, Load Balancers, etc.).
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Familiarity with scripting languages (PowerShell, Azure CLI) and Infrastructure as Code tools (ARM, Bicep, Terraform).
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Understanding of cloud networking, VPNs, firewalls, and DNS within Azure.
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Knowledge of identity and access management in Azure (RBAC, Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access).
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Experience with monitoring tools (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics).
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Basic knowledge of backup and disaster recovery solutions in the cloud.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) or equivalent certification.
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Familiarity with hybrid cloud setups and on-premises integrations (e.g., Azure Arc, Azure AD Connect).
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Exposure to DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines.
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Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams.
Soft Skills:
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Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
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Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
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Ability to manage time effectively and work on multiple priorities.