Position Title: Azure Cloud Engineer (Azure & M365)

Reports Directly To: Cloud Infrastructure Manager

Location: Remote / Hybrid, Columbia, MD

Hours Per Week: Full Time

Risk Designation: High

Job Summary

CRISP Shared Services (CSS) serves as the technology partner for health information exchange (HIE) organizations in Maryland, DC, West Virginia, Connecticut, Alaska, Virginia, Kentucky, Florida, and other jurisdictions. CSS facilitates the electronic transfer of clinical and public health information to positively impact the healthcare system through improved patient care and outcomes, reduced costs, and data-driven understanding of regional public health concerns.

The Azure Cloud Engineer will help design, build, and support our Azure and Microsoft 365 cloud environments. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who enjoys both building modern cloud infrastructure and ensuring operational stability.

The Azure Cloud Engineer will play a key role in driving automation, improving reliability, and strengthening security across our cloud ecosystem. Working closely with Infrastructure, Security, and Application teams, the Azure Cloud Engineer will help deliver scalable and resilient solutions that support critical business and healthcare operations.

This is a high-impact opportunity for someone looking to grow into a senior cloud engineering role while contributing meaningfully from day one.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following below. Other duties may be assigned.

Cloud Infrastructure Engineering

Design, deploy, and maintain Azure infrastructure including virtual networks, virtual machines, storage, and platform services
Configure and manage networking components such as VNETs, subnets, NSGs, VPNs, and peering
Implement secure and scalable architectures aligned with best practices

Automation & Optimization

Develop and maintain automation using PowerShell, Azure CLI, or similar tools
Contribute to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices (ARM, Bicep, Terraform—where applicable)
Continuously improve provisioning, configuration management, and operational efficiency

Operations & Support

Manage and prioritize cloud infrastructure tickets and service requests while meeting SLAs
Monitor system health using Azure monitoring and alerting tools
Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement preventative solutions
Provide limited after-hours support primarily for planned maintenance and deployments, with occasional issue resolution as needed

Microsoft 365 & Endpoint Management

Support (alongside the broader team) core Microsoft 365 and endpoint management platforms
Manage endpoint configurations using Microsoft Intune, including:
Configuration profiles
Security baselines
Autopilot deployments
Windows 365 (VDI) environments

Security & Compliance

Support implementation of security controls including identity, access, and data protection
Ensure cloud environments align with organizational policies and regulatory requirements
Assist in maintaining secure configurations across Azure and M365

Collaboration & Documentation

Work cross-functionally with DevOps, Security, and application teams
Partner with vendors and service providers to ensure performance and SLA adherence
Create and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and knowledge base articles

Required Experience And/or Education

To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or related field or equivalent combination of experience and certifications
3-5 years of hands-on experience in Azure cloud engineering or administration
Strong understanding of:
Azure networking (VNETs, DNS, VPN, routing)
Virtual machines (Windows & Linux)
Azure storage and monitoring
Experience managing Microsoft 365 environments
Solid foundation in networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, LAN/WAN)
Experience with scripting and automation (PowerShell preferred)
Proven ability to troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues

Preferred Experience

Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates)
Familiarity with:
Azure SQL, App Services, Application Gateways, Key Vault
Azure Monitor / Log Analytics
Experience with endpoint management using Intune
Exposure to security frameworks or regulated environments (HIPAA/HITRUST/SOC2)
Microsoft certifications (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-305, MS-102)

What Success Looks Like

Successfully owns and improves core Azure services reliability and performance
Reduces manual effort through automation and scripting
Strengthens security and compliance posture across cloud platforms
Becomes a trusted cloud SME across infrastructure and application teams

Compensation

Targeted base salary: $100k - $120k per year, based on experience and qualifications, plus benefits and bonuses.

CRISP Shared Services, Inc. and Dynamed Solutions, LLC are equal opportunity employers. This means that CRISP Shared Services Inc. and Dynamed Solutions, LLC are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, genetic information, disability, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members.

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