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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Microsoft Azure Specialist - **Company:** Bright Vision Technologies - **Location:** Apex, NC, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $150,000.0 - $190,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Kubernetes Security, Amazon Web Services, Application Performance Management, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Configuration Management, DevOps, Disaster Recovery, Github, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Log Analysis, PCI Data Security Standards, Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Azure Active Directory, Zero Trust Network Access, Software Deployment, Google Cloud, Load Balancing, Cloud Platform System, Cloud Monitoring, Istio, Multi-Cloud, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Bicep, Linkerd (Service Mesh), Azure AKS, Cloud Migration, Terraform, Devsecops, Key Vault - **Published:** August 6, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/jobad/us64a31469624b595111061cd65d484433 ## About the Role * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related technical field. * 10+ years of IT and cloud engineering experience, including 5+ years designing and managing Microsoft Azure environments. * Deep expertise in Azure compute, networking, storage, identity, security, and Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) offerings. * Extensive hands-on experience with Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates for Infrastructure as Code. * Strong experience deploying and managing Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) in production environments. * Proven experience implementing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions. * Strong scripting and automation skills using PowerShell, Bash, or Python. * Experience implementing Azure governance, monitoring, security, compliance, and cost optimization strategies. * Excellent troubleshooting, analytical, communication, and technical leadership skills. Preferred Qualifications * Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, or other advanced Azure certifications. * Experience with hybrid cloud architectures and multi-cloud environments (AWS or Google Cloud). * Knowledge of FinOps, cloud governance, cost optimization, and cloud security frameworks. * Experience with service mesh technologies such as Istio or Linkerd. * Experience supporting regulated environments such as HIPAA, PCI-DSS, SOC 2, or FedRAMP. * Familiarity with GitOps, container security, and enterprise DevSecOps practices. ## Description Bright Vision Technologies is seeking a highly experienced Microsoft Azure Specialist with 10+ years of cloud engineering experience, including extensive expertise in Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate will design, implement, secure, and optimize enterprise-scale Azure cloud solutions while providing technical leadership for cloud architecture, automation, DevSecOps, Kubernetes, and cloud modernization initiatives., * Design, implement, and maintain secure, scalable, and highly available Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure. * Architect enterprise-grade Azure networking solutions, including Virtual Networks, VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute, Azure Firewall, Application Gateway, and Load Balancer. * Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates. * Design, deploy, and manage production-grade Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters and containerized workloads. * Build and optimize CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions to support automated application deployments. * Implement Azure security best practices, including Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Key Vault, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Policy, RBAC, and Zero Trust principles. * Automate cloud provisioning, configuration management, and operational tasks using PowerShell, Bash, or Python. * Monitor cloud environments using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights while driving reliability, performance, and cost optimization. * Lead cloud migration, modernization, disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity initiatives. * Collaborate with development, security, infrastructure, and DevOps teams to establish cloud governance and engineering best practices. * Mentor engineers, conduct architecture reviews, and provide technical leadership on enterprise cloud initiatives., Provider Engagement Specialist (Field-Based) Overview: The Provider Engagement Specialist supports the performance and growth objectives of the assigned market by building strong… + 4 days ago ## Related Videos - [Azure-Well Architected Framework - designing mission critical workloads in practice](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1529-azure-well-architected-framework-designing-mission-critical-workloads-in-practice) - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [Back(end) to the Future: Embracing the continuous Evolution of Infrastructure and Code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/440-back-end-to-the-future-embracing-the-continuous-evolution-of-infrastructure-and-code) - [Rate-limiting using eBPF and Istio: How to protect your SaaS customers from themselves](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100220-rate-limiting-using-ebpf-and-istio-how-to-protect-your-saas-customers-from-themselves) - [Develop enterprise-ready applications for Microsoft Teams with Azure resources on modern web technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/187-develop-enterprise-ready-applications-for-microsoft-teams-with-azure-resources-on-modern-web-technologies) - [Bringing AI Model Testing and Prompt Management to Your Codebase with GitHub Models](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1536-bringing-ai-model-testing-and-prompt-management-to-your-codebase-with-github-models) ## Related Articles - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)