[Remote] Azure Cloud Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Five Rivers Analytics is seeking an Azure Cloud Engineer to support federal IT and cloud infrastructure initiatives. The role is responsible for migrating, designing, building, operating, and optimizing the Software Asset Monitoring System within Microsoft Azure while ensuring secure, stable, scalable, and compliant cloud operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end migration of the on-premise Software Asset Monitoring System (SAMS) into Microsoft Azure
• Design, develop, and build Azure-based development, test, and production environments
• Operate, monitor, and optimize SAMS cloud services including Azure Virtual Network, Azure Dedicated Hosts and VMs, Azure SQL Database, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Monitor, Application Gateway, Key Vault, Azure Files, and API Management
• Provide technical recommendations and cloud architecture guidance; translate architecture concepts into actionable engineering plans
• Ensure cloud configurations meet security, performance, scalability, and compliance requirements
• Troubleshoot and resolve Azure infrastructure, network, and service issues
• Implement best practices for cloud operations, resource management, high availability, and cost optimization
• Collaborate with project managers, developers, and stakeholders to ensure cloud solution alignment with SAMS functional and operational needs

Skills

• Active Secret Clearance, ability to obtain Top Secret
• Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science or related field and 2-4 years of related experience
• Proven experience as a Cloud Engineer, Azure Engineer, or similar role supporting enterprise cloud environments
• Hands-on experience in Microsoft Azure configuration, deployment, and operations
• Expertise in virtual machine architecture, dedicated host management, and cloud-hosted infrastructure
• Strong knowledge and operational experience with Azure services including VNet, VMs, SQL Database, Key Vault, Azure Files, Application Gateway, API Management, and Azure Monitor
• Demonstrated ability to design and build cloud-based development, test, and production environments
• Experience supporting cloud migrations from on-prem to Azure
• Strong analytical troubleshooting skills across network, compute, and data services
• Ability to clearly translate cloud architecture recommendations into actionable engineering designs
• The qualified candidate must be located in either Charleston, SC or Stafford, VA for periodic visits to the customer site/location
• Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect, Azure DevOps Engineer)
• Experience with Azure Synapse Analytics and enterprise data platform integrations
• Knowledge of automation tools (ARM/Bicep templates, PowerShell, Terraform, or similar)
• Familiarity with cloud security best practices and Zero Trust approaches
• Experience in monitoring, logging, and performance optimization using Azure-native tools
• Strong communication skills with the ability to advise and guide stakeholders on Azure applicability and best practices

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• A range of other voluntary benefits
• Paid Time Off (PTO) for regular full-time and part-time employees
• Growth opportunities
• Excellent retirement options

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