Azure Cloud Administrator

AHU Technologies

  • Washington, District of Columbia
  • 30+ days ago
  • $86–$95 Per Hour
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Skills

  • ARM (Advanced RISC Machine)unmatched
  • Agile Programming Methodologiesunmatched
  • Architectural Servicesunmatched
  • Best Practicesunmatched
  • Blueprintsunmatched
  • Business Solutionsunmatched
  • Cloud Architectureunmatched
  • Cloud Computingunmatched
  • Computer Scienceunmatched
  • Content Delivery Network (CDN)unmatched
  • Cost Controlunmatched
  • Data Warehousing Applicationsunmatched
  • DevOpsunmatched
  • Disaster Recoveryunmatched
  • ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
  • Entertainment and Mediaunmatched
  • Entrepreneurshipunmatched
  • Financial Managementunmatched
  • High Availabilityunmatched
  • ITIL (IT Infrastructure Library)unmatched
  • Identity Data Managementunmatched
  • Information Technology & Information Systemsunmatched
  • Information Technology Consultingunmatched
  • Internet Applicationunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Load Balancingunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Microsoft Active Directoryunmatched
  • Microsoft Infrastructureunmatched
  • Microsoft Windows Azureunmatched
  • Network Integrationunmatched
  • Organizational Development/Managementunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Platform as a Service (PaaS)unmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Project/Program Managementunmatched
  • Resource Managementunmatched
  • Resource Utilizationunmatched
  • Software Engineeringunmatched
  • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
  • Technical Leadershipunmatched
  • Technical Supportunmatched
  • Technical Writingunmatched
  • Telecommunicationsunmatched
  • Vendor/Supplier Managementunmatched
  • Windows PowerShellunmatched

Description

Job Description: 
Short Description: Client is seeking an experienced Senior Azure Cloud Administrator to architect, implement, and manage their organization's Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure.
Complete Description: 
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Azure Cloud Administrator to architect, implement, and manage our organization's Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure. This role requires deep expertise in Azure services, cloud architecture principles, and enterprise-scale cloud operations.
Core Responsibilities
  •           Design and implement Azure cloud solutions aligned with business requirements and best practices
Manage and optimize Azure infrastructure, including virtual networks, storage, compute resources, and PaaS services
  •           Lead cloud security implementation and compliance initiatives
Develop and implement disaster recovery and business continuity solutions
  •           Monitor and optimize cloud costs and resource utilization
Automate cloud operations using Azure DevOps, PowerShell, and ARM templates
  •           Implement and maintain Identity and Access Management (Azure AD)
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior cloud engineers
  •           Drive cloud adoption and migration initiatives
Establish and maintain cloud governance frameworks
Technical Requirements
Required Skills
  •           10+ years of experience with Microsoft Azure cloud platform
Current Azure certifications (AZ-303/304, AZ-500, or equivalent)
  •           Expert knowledge of Azure core services:
o          Azure Virtual Machines and Virtual Networks
o          Azure Storage solutions
o          Azure Active Directory and Identity Management
o          Azure Security and Compliance tools
o          Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
o          Azure Backup and Site Recovery
  •           Strong experience with:
o          Infrastructure as Code (ARM templates, Terraform)
o          PowerShell and Azure CLI scripting
o          Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
o          Cloud networking and security concepts
o          Load balancing and high availability solutions
Preferred Skills
  •           Experience with:
o          Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
o          Azure Functions and App Services
o          Azure Front Door and CDN
o          Azure Policy and Blueprints
o          Cost optimization and cloud financial management
o          Multi-cloud environments
  •           Knowledge of:
o          DevOps methodologies
o          Agile project management
o          ITIL frameworks
Leadership & Professional Skills
  •           Strong architectural design and problem-solving abilities
Excellent project management and organizational skills
  •           Outstanding written and verbal communication
Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
  •           Experience leading cloud transformation initiatives
Strong vendor management skills
  •           Proven ability to manage multiple high-priority projects
Education
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field
  •           Microsoft Azure certifications required:
o          Azure Solutions Architect Expert or equivalent
o          Additional Azure certifications preferred
Essential Functions
  •           Cloud architecture and implementation
Security and compliance management
  •           Cost optimization and resource management
Technical leadership and mentoring
  •           Documentation and knowledge base maintenance
24/7 escalation support as needed
Required Experience
  •           5+ years of hands-on experience with Azure cloud services
3+ years of experience in cloud architecture and design
  •           2+ years of experience leading technical teams or projects
CONTRACT JOB DESCRIPTION
Responsibilities:
1. Demonstrates expertise in conveying technical and functional concepts for a specific technical specialty.
2. Identifies improvements to project standards to achieve high quality services/products.
3. Identifies best practices and standards for the use of the product.
4. Delivers support and design for industry specific technologies that require integration with systems or networks.
5. Interacts with executive level business users or technical experts.
6. Functions as a niche technical SME.
7. Lead experience with technical expertise across large, complex implementations for systems.
Minimum Education/Certification Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience
Skills Matrix:
·         Cloud architecture and implementation. Required 7 Years
·         Hands-on experience with Azure cloud services. Required 7 Years
·         DevOps methodologies. Required 11 Years
·         Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS). Required 5 Years
·         Azure Functions and App Services. Required 5 Years
·         Azure Front Door and CDN. Required 5 Years
·         Azure Policy and Blueprints. Required 5 Years
·         Multi-cloud environments. Required 6 Years
·         Security and compliance management. Required 10 Years
·         16+ yrs. conveying technical and functional concepts for a specific technical specialty. Required 16 Years
·         16+ yrs. preparing complex technical documentation. Required 16 Years
·         Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field or equivalent experience. Required
Compensation: $86.00 - $95.00 per hour

Numbers & Facts

LocationWashington, District of Columbia
Salary$86–$95 Per Hour

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