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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Azure Cloud Engineer - **Company:** Turion Space - **Location:** Irvine, CA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $160,000.0 - $213,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Engineering, Cyber Security, Information Systems, DevOps, Github, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Reliability Engineering, Azure Active Directory, Zero Trust Network Access, TypeScript, System Availability, SC Clearance, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Information Technology, Bicep, Cloudflare, Terraform, Golang, Programming Languages - **Published:** May 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f6370c52ff4d2102 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Scalable systems?, * Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems/IT, or an engineering discipline. * 5+ years of experience in Cloud Engineering, Site Reliability Engineering, or DevOps roles. * Deep hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure services and architectures, with a proven track record of running and scaling production workloads. * Strong expertise in Azure Identity and Access Management (IAM), including Azure AD (Entra ID), RBAC, and Conditional Access. * Demonstrated competency with security compliance frameworks (CMMC, FedRAMP, ISO, SOC, etc.) and experience implementing technical controls to meet these standards. * Proficiency with infrastructure as code tools (Terraform, Bicep, or similar). * Must be able to obtain Secret or Top-Secret clearance., * Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Security Engineer Associate). * Experience with Kubernetes (AKS) or other container orchestration platforms. * Development experience in at least one programming language (e.g., Python, Go, PowerShell, TypeScript). * Experience implementing GitOps practices or CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions). * Knowledge of multiple cloud providers (AWS, GCP) and their architectural differences. * Experience in high-security or regulated industries (aerospace, defense, or similar). * Familiarity with Zero Trust architectures and tools (e.g., Cloudflare WARP, Zscaler, Entra Private Access)., This position may include access to technology and/or software source code that is subject to U.S. export controls. To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. ## Description At Turion Space, our Platform Engineering team is building the infrastructure backbone that powers the next generation of space exploration. As a Senior Cloud Engineer, you'll architect and scale the secure cloud infrastructure that enables our engineering teams to deploy spacecraft control systems, autonomous satellite operations, and mission-critical applications with speed and confidence. Our team's mission is to enable Turion engineers to efficiently and reliably deliver products at scale, and support missions that can't afford downtime when hardware is operating hundreds of miles above Earth. You'll create the infrastructure for a secure, self-service platform that is as reliable and cutting-edge as the spacecraft it supports., * Design, deploy, and manage core Azure infrastructure components to support mission-critical workloads. * Architect and implement robust Identity and Access Management (IAM) strategies within Azure (Entra ID) to ensure least-privilege access and secure cross-team collaboration. * Implement and maintain security controls and governance aligned with frameworks such as CMMC, FedRAMP, ISO 27001, or SOC 2. * Build and optimize reusable infrastructure as code (IaC) components and templates for consistent, secure, and scalable deployments. * Define and implement standardized deployment patterns and workflows for production workloads. * Collaborate with other teams (IT, InfoSec, Networking) to understand their requirements and translate them into secure, scalable Azure solutions. * Identify operational bottlenecks and architect innovative solutions that maximize system availability, reliability, and security. * Implement and manage Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) solutions to secure remote access and internal communications. ## Related Videos - [Innovating Developer Tools with AI: Insights from GitHub Next](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1268-innovating-developer-tools-with-ai-insights-from-github-next) - [From DevOps to Scaled DevOps: How We’re Rebuilding Continuous Delivery as a Platform](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100018-from-devops-to-scaled-devops-how-we-re-rebuilding-continuous-delivery-as-a-platform) - [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) - [Building Sovereign AI: Lessons from Deploying Secure RAG Systems using Confidential Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100108-building-sovereign-ai-lessons-from-deploying-secure-rag-systems-using-confidential-computing) - [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) - [DevOps Maturity Check – a way to balance autonomy and alignment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/58-devops-maturity-check-a-way-to-balance-autonomy-and-alignment) ## 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) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Find a Developer Job: 12 Best Job Sites For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/165-find-a-developer-job-12-best-job-sites-for-developers)