As a Senior Azure Engineer, , you will be responsible for designing, deploying, and managing Microsoft Azure-based solutions. This role requires a strong understanding of Azure technologies and experience implementing complex cloud-based solutions. The senior-level Azure engineer is also responsible for mentoring and assisting in the troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, and ensuring optimal performance and optimization of Azure environments.

What You'll Be Doing

• Architecture Design: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement scalable and secure Azure solutions. Conduct thorough analysis of requirements, identify potential issues, and provide technical guidance.
• Azure Infrastructure Deployment: Deploy and manage Azure resources, including virtual machines, storage accounts, virtual networks, and databases. Ensure proper configuration, security, and maintenance.
• Azure Integration: Integrate Azure services with other systems and applications through APIs, Azure Logic Apps, Azure Functions, or custom development. Ensure seamless data transfer and reliable communication.
• Azure Cloud Monitoring: Implement and configure Azure monitoring and logging solutions, such as Azure Monitor and Azure Log Analytics. Monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and troubleshoot issues.
• Azure Security: Implement and enforce security measures to protect Azure resources, including Azure Active Directory, Azure Firewall, Azure Key Vault, and Azure Security Center. Stay up-to-date with the latest security best practices.
• Azure Scalability and Performance: Optimize Azure infrastructure and applications to ensure scalability, high availability, and performance. Conduct load testing, performance tuning, and capacity planning.
• Azure Cost Management: Monitor and optimize Azure costs by optimizing resource utilization, implementing cost-saving measures, and ensuring cost-effective resource allocation.
• Technical Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation, such as architectural diagrams, deployment guides, and standard operating procedures.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, system administrators, and project managers, to ensure successful delivery of Azure projects and align technical goals with business objectives.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay up-to-date with the latest Azure technologies, best practices, and industry trends. Provide recommendations for improvement and contribute to the ongoing development of the Azure infrastructure.

Location and Travel Details

This is a hybrid position, with 1-2 days onsite a week at one of the following locations:

• Ft. Belvoir, VA
• Adelphi, MD
• Aberdeen, MD

Security Clearance and Citizenship Requirements

This position requires a Secret Clearance

Profile of Success

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Azure infrastructure engineering or a similar role.
• CompTIA Security+ or equivalent security certification
• Intermediate-level Azure certification or higher
• Strong understanding of Azure services, including Azure Compute, Azure Storage, Azure Networking, Azure Database, and Azure Monitor.
• Experience with Azure Active Directory, Azure Security Center, and other Azure security tools.
• Experience with Azure Integration Services, Azure Functions, Azure Logic Apps, and other Azure development tools.
• Experience with Azure cost management and optimization techniques.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with Agile software development methodologies.
• Certification in Azure (such as Azure Developer, Azure Administrator, or Azure Solutions Architect) is preferred but not required.
• Scripting knowledge mainly in PowerShell

Desirable Skills

• Bicep
• Knowledge of Azure networking technologies such as Azure Virtual Networks, ExpressRoute, and Azure Load Balancer.
• Familiarity with Azure Monitor and Azure Monitor Logs.
• Experience with Azure Active Directory and Azure AD B2C.
• Knowledge of Azure security best practices.
• Knowledge in using vulnerability scanning tools like Tenable
• Experience in using Endpoint Protection tool
• Supports processes to obtain authority to operate (ATO) where applicable
• Azure Automation

About AIS

AIS, Dedicated to Our People

AIS employees can spend their entire career at AIS doing challenging, rewarding work and reach their desired level of achievement and responsibility. We offer the opportunity to move up, without the obligation to move out of a position where one excels. We are committed to our employee's success; however, they define it.

It's our dedication to our employees that inspired our leadership to invest in our future and become partially employee-owned through an Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP).

Our employees are our greatest strength, and we do all that we can to serve them. We invest in technology as early adopters, allowing us to create transformative and innovative solutions for our customers while exposing our team to cutting edge technology.

We hire outstanding individuals who are committed to curiosity, passionate about emerging technology, and who are excited to find innovative solutions for the biggest tech challenges facing international brands and government agencies today.

We Invest in Individuals Committed to Innovation

AIS is seeking professionals of a certain character and level of excellence. People that we can learn from and that we can help grow to achieve their personal career goals.

We are looking for:

• Smart people with a passion for technology
• Strong technical capabilities with a consultancy mindset
• Close involvement with local technical communities
• A willingness to think outside of the box to provide innovative solutions to clients
• Ability to solve challenging technical business problems
• Self-directed professionals

Our Core Values

• Client Success
• C ontinued Learning and Technical Excellence
• Strong Client Relationships
• Citizenship and Community

EEO Statement

Applied Information Sciences is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis covered by law. Employment decisions are based solely on qualifications, merit, and business need.