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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Azure Cloud SME - **Company:** S R INTERNATIONAL INC - **Location:** Jackson, MS, United States - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Continuous Integration, DevOps, Github, Virtual Private Networks (VPN), Python (Programming Language), Network Troubleshooting, SQL Azure, Network Segmentation, Windows PowerShell, Role-Based Access Control, Azure Active Directory, Software Technical Review, Virtual Machines, Scripting, Cloud Platform System, HybridCloud, Information Technology, Bicep, Cosmos DB, Azure AKS, Cloud Migration, Terraform, Virtual Private Clouds, Serverless Computing, Azure Resource Manager, Docker - **Published:** June 7, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=92088457bfbab3c3 ## About the Role Do you have experience in Virtual Private Clouds?, * Deep expertise with Azure services including: Azure Virtual Machines Azure Storage Azure SQL Cosmos DB Azure Functions Microsoft Entra ID Virtual Networks (VNet) Azure Resource Manager (ARM) * Experience leading enterprise Azure migrations and implementations in multi-tenant environments * Strong Azure networking expertise including: ExpressRoute VPN Hybrid Connectivity Network Troubleshooting * Experience with Azure Landing Zones and Azure Landing Zone Reference Architectures * Strong Infrastructure as Code experience (ARM, Bicep, Terraform) * Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions * Experience implementing Azure security controls and governance frameworks * Experience with Docker, AKS, Azure Container Apps, and Serverless Architectures * Strong troubleshooting skills across Azure compute, networking, and storage layers * Excellent communication, mentoring, leadership, and stakeholder management skills * Experience leading technical design reviews and architectural discussions Preferred Skills * Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert Certification * Azure DevOps Engineer Expert Certification * Government or highly regulated industry experience HIPAA CJIS IRS 1075 * Knowledge of: ITIL PMP Agile Methodologies Enterprise Governance Frameworks * Experience with Hybrid Cloud environments and Azure Arc * Scripting experience with: Python Bash PowerShell Key Competencies * Azure Architecture * Azure Landing Zones * Azure Governance & Security * Azure Networking * Cloud Migration * Infrastructure as Code * DevOps & CI/CD * Hybrid Cloud * Cloud Operations * Technical Leadership & Mentoring Primary Skills Azure, Azure Landing Zone, Azure Gov Cloud, Azure Architecture, Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Storage, Azure SQL, Cosmos DB, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Functions, ARM Templates, Bicep, Terraform, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Docker, AKS, Azure Container Apps, Azure RBAC, Azure Policy, Defender for Cloud, ExpressRoute, VPN, Hybrid Cloud, Azure Arc, Python, Bash, PowerShell, Cloud Migration, Cloud Governance, ITIL, Agile ## Description The Mississippi Department of Information Technology Services (ITS) is seeking a highly experienced Azure Cloud SME to support and enhance the State's Azure Landing Zone and Azure Government Cloud environments. This role will serve as a senior cloud architect and technical advisor, helping agencies design, troubleshoot, secure, and optimize Azure solutions while mentoring internal teams and contributing to the State's Cloud Center of Excellence., Azure Environment Management * Manage and maintain Azure tenants, subscriptions, and Management Groups * Support Azure Landing Zone and Azure Gov Cloud environments * Ensure adherence to cloud governance and best practices Cloud Architecture & Engineering * Design, review, and implement Azure solutions for performance, security, scalability, and reliability * Lead architectural reviews and solution design discussions * Support agency cloud adoption and modernization initiatives Troubleshooting & Support * Serve as senior escalation point for Azure infrastructure, networking, storage, and compute issues * Troubleshoot ExpressRoute, VPN, VNet, and hybrid connectivity challenges * Coordinate resolution efforts across internal teams and agencies Security & Governance * Implement Azure security best practices including: Azure RBAC Azure Policies Encryption Network Segmentation * Microsoft Defender for Cloud + Ensure compliance with regulatory and governance requirements DevOps & Automation * Develop Infrastructure as Code solutions using: ARM Templates Bicep * Terraform + Support CI/CD pipelines using: Azure DevOps * GitHub Actions + Implement containerized and serverless solutions using: Docker AKS Azure Container Apps Azure Functions Mentorship & Documentation * Mentor cloud engineers and technical staff * Develop cloud standards, playbooks, architecture diagrams, and technical documentation * Support knowledge transfer and internal cloud capability development ## Related Videos - [Developer Tools for Microsoft Azure](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/450-developer-tools-for-microsoft-azure) - [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) - [Docker Compose: Rediscovered](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1978-docker-compose-rediscovered) - [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) - [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) - [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [Why Upskilling And Reskilling is Important For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/428-why-upskilling-and-reskilling-is-important-for-developers) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [Navigating the AI Shift](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/629-navigating-the-ai-shift)