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Form of workObject Technology Solutions, Inc(OTSI)has an immediate opening for an Azure Cloud Engineer. Azure Cloud Engineer (LOCATION - Kansas City,MO) MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Providing infrastructure operations and support during the transition Overseeing cloud operations and designing infrastructure for new workloads Continuously improving and maturing cloud services SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: In-depth understanding of various cloud computing models, including Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), Platform as a Service (PaaS), Public, Private, and Hybrid clouds Proven experience in deploying and managing cloud-based solutions on Azure Strong understanding of compute, network, server, storage, and database Proficiency in deploying and managing Azure services, including but not limited to Azure Active Directory, Azure Sentinel, Azure Firewall, Defender for Cloud, Azure Virtual Desktop, and Azure Log Analytics Expertise in Microsoft Entra ID configuration, including identity management, access control policies, and integration with on-premises Active Directory environments Hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (Terraform/Terraform Cloud) for automating the deployment and management of Azure resources Strong scripting skills (e.g., PowerShell, Terraform/HCL) for automation tasks and the development of custom scripts to streamline Azure infrastructure management and deployment processes Strong understanding of network security principles and experience implementing network security controls within Azure environments, including firewall configurations, network segmentation, and secure connectivity options Experience configuring centralized logging and monitoring solutions, including Azure Monitor and Azure Sentinel, to provide visibility into the Azure environment, facilitate real-time monitoring, and enable threat detection and response Familiarity with virtualization technologies and best practices, particularly in the context of Azure Virtual Desktop infrastructure deployment and management Ability to troubleshoot complex issues within Azure environments, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions to ensure optimal performance, reliability, and security Excellent documentation skills with the ability to clearly document architecture designs, implementation plans, and operational procedures Experience with Windows Server operating system administration Experience with Active Directory and related directory services Familiarity with ITIL and service management best practices and leading platforms (such as ServiceNow) Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technology solutions Demonstrates knowledge of technology project risks and strategies for managing and mitigating them Demonstrates strong written, oral, and presentation skills with the ability to discuss highly technical concepts to all audiences, ranging from non-technical people to executive-level technical decision-makers Passionate about technology and eager to grow skills and increase responsibilities QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE 3+ years of Azure experience Information Technology related degree US Citizenship Microsoft Azure Architect Certification
