Job Description

Role : Azure Cloud Administrator

Client : DC Government

Location : Washington, DC (Onsite)

Job Description :

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 RequirementsRequired 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:
Azure Virtual Machines and Virtual Networks
Azure Storage solutions
Azure Active Directory and Identity Management
Azure Security and Compliance tools
Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
Azure Backup and Site Recovery
Strong experience with:
Infrastructure as Code (ARM templates, Terraform)
PowerShell and Azure CLI scripting
Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
Cloud networking and security concepts
Load balancing and high availability solutions

Preferred Skills

Experience with:
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Functions and App Services
Azure Front Door and CDN
Azure Policy and Blueprints
Cost optimization and cloud financial management
Multi-cloud environments
Knowledge of:
DevOps methodologies
Agile project management
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:
Azure Solutions Architect Expert or equivalent
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

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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

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $85.00 - $90.00 per hour

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

Experience:

Cloud architecture and implementation, Azure cloud services: 7 years (Preferred)
11 yrs DevOps methodologies: 10 years (Preferred)
Azure Kubernetes Service, Azure Functions and App services: 5 years (Preferred)
Azure Front Door,CDN, Azure Policy,Blueprints, Multi-cloud: 6 years (Preferred)
Security and compliance management: 10 years (Preferred)
16+ yrs. conveying technical and functional concepts: 10 years (Preferred)
16+ yrs. preparing complex technical documentation: 10 years (Preferred)
Bachelor’s degree in IT or related field or equivalent: 4 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute: