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# Azure Cloud Engineer

- **Company:** Kforce Inc.
- **Location:** Jacksonville, FL, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, DevOps, Github, Python (Programming Language), Performance Tuning, Windows PowerShell, Scripting, Software Troubleshooting, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Bicep, Terraform
- **Published:** August 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/c3406d64-775f-4958-802e-c591e07b6a2f

## About the Role

This role will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing cloud-based solutions within Microsoft Azure environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud infrastructure, automation, security, and DevOps practices, along with the ability to collaborate effectively across technical and business teams. This is a fully remote opportunity; however, candidates must reside and work within the Eastern Time Zone to support team collaboration and business operations., * 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering, infrastructure engineering, or related roles

 * 3+ years of hands-on experience supporting Microsoft Azure environments
 * Strong understanding of Azure networking, security, storage, identity, and compute services
 * Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, ARM, or Bicep
 * Experience with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar CI/CD platforms
 * Proficiency with PowerShell, Python, or other automation scripting languages
 * Experience implementing cloud security best practices and governance controls
 * Strong troubleshooting and performance optimization skills
 * Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
 * Ability to work independently in a remote environment

## Description

Kforce's client in Jacksonville, FL is seeking an experienced Senior Azure Cloud Engineer to join a dynamic technology team on a 6-month contract basis.


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