IDR is seeking a Azure Cloud Engineer to join one of our top clients for Birmingham, Alabama. This role is essential in designing, implementing, and supporting Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure, ensuring reliable and scalable solutions that align with organizational goals. The company operates within the IT and cloud services industry, emphasizing cloud migration, security, and automation.
Position Overview for the Azure Cloud Engineer:
- Responsible for designing, deploying, configuring, and maintaining Azure infrastructure services including virtual machines, networks, storage, and platform services.
- Support and assist in Azure cloud migration efforts from assessment to post-migration support.
- Implement security best practices using Azure identity, role-based access, network security groups, and key management.
- Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) configurations using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
- Automate operational tasks with PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Python scripts, including provisioning, reporting, and patch management.
- Monitor cloud performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize cost and capacity.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support cloud-based solutions and develop governance standards.
- Build and manage CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions.
- Support incident response, scheduled maintenance, and on-call activities.
Requirements for the Azure Cloud Engineer:
- 5–7 years of experience in IT infrastructure, cloud engineering, or a related technical role.
- 5+ years of hands-on experience supporting Microsoft Azure environments.
- Working knowledge of Azure compute, storage, networking, identity, monitoring, backup, and security services.
- Experience with Windows Server and/or Linux administration in enterprise environments.
- Understanding of networking concepts such as DNS, DHCP, VPN, routing, firewalls, load balancing, and hybrid connectivity.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive compensation package
- Full Benefits; Medical, Vision, Dental, and more!
- Opportunity to get in with an industry leading organization.
Why IDR?
- 25+ Years of Proven Industry Experience in 4 major markets
- Employee Stock Ownership Program
- Dedicated Engagement Manager who is committed to you and your success.
- Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
- ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® Client and Talent Award winner 12 years in a row.
