Senior Azure DevOps - HYBRID

Manage and maintain Windows and Linux servers in the Azure Government cloud

Design, implement, and manage Azure networking components including virtual networks, subnets, NSGs, Azure Firewall, VPN/ExpressRoute, load balancers, and routing

Build and manage Azure infrastructure using DevOps practices and infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates, Azure DevOps, and GitHub Actions

Support secure and reliable connectivity across Azure Commercial and Azure IL5 / IL6 environments, including hybrid integrations

Utilize automation tools like Ansible or PowerShell scripts to streamline repetitive admin tasks (provisioning new servers, configuring roles/features, or backing up system configurations)

Monitor system performance, CPU, memory, disk usage and event logs via Azure Monitor or custom scripts

Respond to alerts and conduct root cause analysis for any downtime or performance degradation

Maintain data backups and recovery procedures for critical systems

Technical Training, Certification(s) or Degree, or equivalent experience

Master's Degree in Computer Science or relevant field (or equivalent professional experience) is preferred

Experience:

3+ years of related experience required

10+ years of related experience preferred, with at least 5+ years of preferred experience in database and data management, Senior Level system administrator skills required in Linux/Windows environments

Experience using Azure Active Directory and Azure Monitor

Strong Azure networking skills: VNets, NSGs, routing, Azure Firewall, load balancing, ExpressRoute/VPN

Proficiency with IaC and DevOps tooling (Terraform, Bicep, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions)

Understanding of CI/CD concepts and secure pipeline development in controlled cloud environments

Advanced knowledge using Ansible or PowerShell scripts

Preferred Certification(s):

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)

Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700)

Microsoft Certified: Designing Microsoft Azure Infrastructure Solutions (AZ-305)

Other work-dependent certifications a plus

Preferred Skills:

Extensive knowledge of Azure Cloud services

Familiarity with Cloud based Database systems

Experience using MS Visio for updating diagrams

Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments

Experience working in Federal or State government environments

Ability to work independently and remotely

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess activeSecret or higher clearance and maintain as a condition of employment