Mid-Level Azure Cloud Engineer (Remote - US Citizen Required)

Position Description: Mid-Level Azure Cloud Engineer Experience Position Summary (Must be US Citizen) Crest Security Assurance is seeking a Mid-Level Azure Engineer with hands-on experience in Microsoft Azure, Windows systems administration, and cloud networking. This role is responsible for designing, deploying, maintaining, and optimizing secure, scalable Azure environments that support enterprise and mission-critical systems. The ideal candidate will have practical experience with Azure infrastructure services, Windows Server administration, Active Directory, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), and hybrid cloud environments. This position also requires familiarity with system hardening practices aligned with STIGs or CIS Benchmarks, endpoint management through Microsoft Intune, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for consistent and repeatable deployments.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, manage, and support Azure cloud environments, including virtual networks, compute resources, storage, and hybrid connectivity.
• Administer Windows Server, Active Directory, and Group Policy across on-premises and cloud-hosted environments.
• Configure, deploy, and support Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments for enterprise users and shared workloads.
• Implement system and cloud hardening in accordance with DoD STIGs, CIS Benchmarks, and security best practices.
• Automate provisioning, configuration, and maintenance activities using Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, Bicep, PowerShell DSC, or ARM templates.
• Use Microsoft Intune and Azure services to enroll, configure, secure, and manage physical and hybrid devices.
• Manage Azure networking components, including VPN gateways, Network Security Groups (NSGs), firewalls, routing, and private endpoints.
• Monitor Azure resource performance, security posture, and cost efficiency using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Microsoft Defender for Cloud.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Azure services, identity, networking, virtual machines, endpoint management, and hybrid connectivity.
• Support identity and access management processes, including user provisioning, access control, credential updates, and hybrid identity synchronization.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, architecture diagrams, standard operating procedures, and configuration baselines.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, cybersecurity, and system owner teams to ensure reliability, compliance, and operational effectiveness across environments.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience). Experience: 3 to 5 years of progressive experience in:

• Azure administration and engineering
• Microsoft Windows systems administration
• Cloud networking and virtual infrastructure
• Infrastructure automation and scripting

Certifications (one or more preferred):

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
• Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate (AZ-800/AZ-801)
• CompTIA Network+, Security+, or equivalent

Technical Skills:

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure services and administration
• Strong Windows Server and Active Directory administration skills
• Experience with PowerShell or Python scripting
• Familiarity with Microsoft Intune and endpoint management
• Understanding of Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), identity synchronization, and hybrid join configurations
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code and automation frameworks
• Knowledge of Azure networking, monitoring, and security services

Additional Requirements

• U.S. Citizen

Desired Skills

• Experience implementing and maintaining compliance with CMMC, NIST 800-53, and related cybersecurity frameworks
• Familiarity with Azure Policy, Azure Automation, and Log Analytics for governance and monitoring
• Understanding of cloud cost management, security baselines, and resource optimization
• Ability to work collaboratively with IT, security, and system owner teams in hybrid or multi-tenant environments

Position Type Full-Time, Exempt Location: Remote Clearance: Not required Job Types: Full-time, Contract Base Pay: $110,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Azure Virtual Desktop: 3 years (Required)
• Entra, Intune, AppServices, MSP Serices: 5 years (Required)
• Azure Cost Management : 3 years (Required)
• System Administration and hardening: 5 years (Required)
• Azure Cloud Engineering: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Azure Certification (Required)
• Sec+, SSCP, or CISSP (Preferred)

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