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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Multi-Cloud Engineer SME (Azure/Identity) - **Company:** JCS Solutions LLC - **Location:** Albuquerque, NM, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $70,000.0 - $105,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Active Directory, Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Microsoft Azure, Backup Devices, Microsoft Online Services, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cloud Engineering, Information Systems, Disaster Recovery, Identity and Access Management, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), OpenShift, Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Azure Active Directory, Cloud Services, Zero Trust Network Access, Software Engineering, Systems Integration, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, Delivery Pipeline, Multi-Cloud, Azure Powershell, HybridCloud, Firewalls (Computer Science), Infrastructure as Code (IaC), AWS ECS, Microsoft InTune, Microsoft Fabric, Containerization, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Github Enterprise, Bicep, Microsoft Sentinel, Azure AKS, Hardware Infrastructure, Cloud Migration, Terraform, Devsecops, Azure Resource Manager - **Published:** September 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/8fa14835-6ea9-49d6-827e-757a44b313e8/multicloud-engineer-sme-azureidentity-albuquerque-nm ## About the Role The successful candidate will possess deep expertise in Microsoft Azure architecture, hybrid cloud engineering, and enterprise identity management. This role requires an experienced engineer capable of translating complex mission requirements into secure, scalable cloud solutions while maintaining a hands-on engineering role throughout the solution lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have experience supporting DoD cloud initiatives, implementing hybrid identity solutions, and engineering cloud environments that align with Zero Trust principles and Department of Defense cybersecurity requirements. Clearance: Must have Active Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI)., * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related technical discipline and 12 - 15 years of prior relevant experience or Masters with 10 - 13 years of prior relevant experience. May possess a Doctorate in technical domain. Specific experience, education and training may be considered in lieu of degree. * Active Top Secret security clearance with eligibility for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). * Current DoD 8570/8140 IAT Level II certification. * Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification. * Minimum of five years of experience designing and implementing Microsoft Azure enterprise cloud solutions. * Demonstrated experience architecting hybrid Azure environments integrating enterprise on-premises infrastructure with Azure cloud services. * Advanced experience with Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Entra Connect, Active Directory, AWS IAM, hybrid identity synchronization, federation, and enterprise identity management with enterprise Identity, Credential, and Access Management (E-ICAM) solutions. * Experience implementing Microsoft Entra ID Governance capabilities, including: + Entra Conditional Access + Policy Information Points and Policy Engines + Access Reviews + Entitlement Management + Lifecycle Workflows + Identity lifecycle automation * Experience implementing Azure Landing Zones and enterprise governance models. * Strong understanding of Azure networking, storage, compute, governance, and security services. * Experience with Infrastructure as Code utilizing Terraform, Azure Bicep, ARM Templates, or similar technologies. * Experience with Azure CLI, PowerShell, and scripting using Python or comparable automation languages. * Strong understanding of Zero Trust architecture, identity-centric security, and cloud security best practices. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. How will you wow us: * AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional certification. * Experience integrating Azure and AWS within hybrid multi-cloud enterprise environments. * Familiarity with the Department of Defense Joint Warfighting Cloud Capability (JWCC) and DoD Joint Tenant cloud environments. * Understanding of the DoD Enterprise Cloud Strategy and cloud modernization initiatives. * Familiarity with the Department of Defense Enterprise Identity, Credential, and Access Management (E-ICAM) architecture and its role in enterprise identity federation, identity governance, Zero Trust implementation, and secure access to DoD cloud environments. * Experience with Azure Arc, Azure Stack HCI, Azure Local, and hybrid cloud management technologies. * Experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and cloud-native container platforms. * Experience with Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Intune, and Microsoft Purview. * Experience implementing DevSecOps pipelines using Azure DevOps and/or GitHub Enterprise. Experience with Kubernetes, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (EKS), or Red Hat OpenShift. * Experience with Azure Arc or other hybrid cloud management platforms. * Familiarity with DevSecOps methodologies and CI/CD automation pipelines. * Previous experience serving as a technical lead or mentoring cloud engineering teams. ## Description Job DescriptionGrow, innovate, and generate progress: Harness your expertise to solve challenges and celebrate success!, JCS Solutions is seeking a highly skilled Multi-Cloud Engineer SME to support mission-critical Department of Defense (DoD) cloud modernization initiatives in Albuquerque, New Mexico. This position will serve as a senior technical contributor responsible for designing, engineering, implementing, and sustaining secure Microsoft Azure cloud solutions within classified enterprise environments., * Architect, design, engineer, and implement secure Microsoft Azure cloud solutions supporting DoD mission requirements. * Design and deploy green-field Azure environments and hybrid cloud architectures integrating on-premises infrastructure with Azure services. * Design, implement, and maintain enterprise hybrid identity solutions utilizing Microsoft Entra ID, Microsoft Entra Connect, Active Directory, and related identity technologies. * Engineer secure authentication, authorization, identity governance, and privileged access management (PAM) solutions supporting just-in-time (JIT) access, attribute- and role- based access controls (ABAC/RBAC) and similar Zero Trust principles and objectives. * Design Azure Landing Zones, governance frameworks, subscription architectures, and management group strategies following Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Azure Well-Architected Framework guidance. * Engineer Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Bicep, ARM Templates, Terraform, or comparable automation technologies. * Design secure Azure networking solutions utilizing Virtual Networks, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, Azure Firewall, Virtual WAN, and private connectivity services. * Implement Azure-native monitoring, backup, disaster recovery, governance, and security capabilities. * Configure and administer Microsoft Entra ID Governance capabilities, including Access Reviews, Entitlement Management, Lifecycle Workflows, Conditional Access, and Privileged Identity Management (PIM). * Collaborate with cybersecurity, systems engineering, networking, and application development teams to deliver integrated cloud solutions. * Support Authority to Operate (ATO) activities and ensure compliance with DoD cybersecurity policies, Risk Management Framework (RMF), and applicable Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs). * Produce architecture documentation, engineering diagrams, implementation guides, standard operating procedures, and technical documentation. * Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud infrastructure, networking, identity, and security issues. * Evaluate emerging Microsoft cloud technologies and recommend technical solutions supporting customer mission objectives. ## Related Videos - [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) - [Celery on AWS ECS - the art of background tasks & continuous deployment](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/561-celery-on-aws-ecs-the-art-of-background-tasks-continuous-deployment) - [DevSecOps: Injecting Security into Mobile CI/CD Pipelines](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/273-devsecops-injecting-security-into-mobile-ci-cd-pipelines) - [Seriously gaming your cloud expertise: from cloud tourist to cloud native](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/373-seriously-gaming-your-cloud-expertise-from-cloud-tourist-to-cloud-native) - [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide) - [Tips, Techniques, and Common Pitfalls Debugging Kafka](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/838-tips-techniques-and-common-pitfalls-debugging-kafka) ## 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) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [What Makes WeAreDevelopers World Congress Different From Every Other Tech Event?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/701-what-makes-wearedevelopers-world-congress-different-from-every-other-tech-event) - [Best US AI Conferences for CTOs in 2026: Build vs. Buy, Vendor Evaluation, and Peer Intelligence](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/736-best-us-ai-conferences-for-ctos-in-2026-build-vs-buy-vendor-evaluation-and-peer-intelligence)