Azure Engineer, Robert Half

Azure Engineer

Robert Half

Location:

United States, Austin

Category:

IT - Software Development

Contract Type:

Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

We are looking for a highly skilled Azure Engineer with expertise in cost optimization and security to join our IT team. This role requires deep technical knowledge of Microsoft Azure services and a strategic mindset to ensure our cloud resources are cost-efficient, secure, and scalable. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of designing, implementing, and managing Azure environments while driving cost savings and maintaining the highest security standards.

Job Responsibility:

Design, deploy, and maintain Microsoft Azure cloud environments to meet organizational needs while ensuring high availability and reliability
Monitor and optimize Azure resources, including compute, storage, database, and networking, for both performance and cost efficiency
Manage Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates and Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools for streamlined deployment and consistency
Analyze cloud resource usage and identify opportunities for cost savings by implementing strategies such as reserved instances, autoscaling, and workloads scheduling
Develop cost forecasting models and present recommendations to stakeholders to improve budgeting and cloud financial management
Use Azure Cost Management + Billing tools to monitor and control cloud expenditures while providing reporting and insights to leadership
Design and implement security best practices, including role-based access control (RBAC), identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and network security groups (NSGs) in the Azure environment
Conduct periodic risk assessments and vulnerability scans to ensure the environment is compliant with industry standards and regulations (e.g., GDPR, ISO27001)
Monitor security alerts and respond to incidents in collaboration with cybersecurity teams
Work closely with development, operations, and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless integration of Azure cloud solutions into existing workflows
Document processes, configurations, and best practices for cost optimization, security, and compliance

Requirements:

Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure services, including Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Storage, Azure Monitor, Azure Security Center, Azure Cost Management, and Azure Policy
Proficient in cost optimization techniques such as creating budgets, using reserved capacity, and scaling resources on demand
Solid understanding of Azure security best practices, including Azure Active Directory, Conditional Access, Key Vault, and network security
Experience with scripting and automation using PowerShell, Azure CLI, or other tools like Terraform or ARM templates
Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator, or Azure Security Engineer certifications preferred
Familiarity with DevOps pipelines and automation tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Terraform, or Jenkins)
Experience with cloud compliance frameworks and certifications such as SOC 2, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS is a plus

Nice to have:

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator, or Azure Security Engineer certifications
Familiarity with DevOps pipelines and automation tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, Terraform, or Jenkins)
Experience with cloud compliance frameworks and certifications such as SOC 2, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS

What we offer:

Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance
Eligibility to enroll in company 401(k) plan

Additional Information:

Job Posted:

March 22, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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