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# Senior Cloud Administrator

- **Company:** CFS, Inc.
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $140,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Microsoft Antivirus, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Disaster Recovery, Multi-Factor Authentication, Hyper-V, Identity and Access Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Microsoft Security Essentials, Windows Servers, Role-Based Access Control, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Services, Zero Trust Network Access, Single Sign-On, Virtual Machines, Software Troubleshooting, HybridCloud, Microsoft Sentinel, Hardware Infrastructure, Vmware
- **Published:** July 23, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b77cacd88ee5ab6c

## About the Role

* 7+ years of systems administration, cloud administration, or infrastructure administration experience, preferably in enterprise environments.
 * Hands-on experience administering Microsoft Azure environments and cloud services.
 * Experience with hybrid connectivity solutions, including VPN and ExpressRoute.
 * Strong experience with Microsoft 365 E5 security tools, Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Defender, and Microsoft Sentinel.
 * Deep understanding of cloud security frameworks and Zero Trust architecture.
 * Experience supporting hybrid cloud and distributed enterprise environments.
 * Strong troubleshooting, automation, and problem-solving skills.
 * VMware and/or Hyper-V experience preferred.
 * Azure certifications such as AZ-104, AZ-305, or equivalent are highly desirable.
 * Collaborative, service-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.

## Description

* Administer, maintain, and optimize Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure, including virtual machines, virtual networks, storage, subscriptions, resource groups, and related cloud services.
 * Manage Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including user and group administration, role-based access control, Conditional Access, MFA, SSO, and identity governance.
 * Monitor cloud performance, availability, and security while implementing Azure best practices, Zero Trust principles, and governance standards.
 * Support and maintain Microsoft security technologies, including Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Purview/DLP, and related compliance and audit initiatives.
 * Manage hybrid cloud environments integrating Azure with on-premises infrastructure, Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions.
 * Plan and execute cloud deployments, upgrades, migrations, patching, and lifecycle management activities.
 * Provide Tier III support, troubleshoot complex infrastructure issues, and collaborate with security, networking, application, and support teams to deliver scalable and secure technology solutions.
 * Contribute to process improvements, cloud modernization efforts, documentation, and mentoring of junior IT team members.


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