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Improvix Technologies, Inc.

Azure Cloud Engineer

Improvix Technologies, Inc., Washington, District of Columbia, us, 20022

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Systems Cloud Engineer - Azure

Location:

Washington, DC (Onsite - 4 Days per Week // 1 day telework) Clearance:

Top Secret Clearance Required

About the Role:

The

Systems Engineer - Azure

will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure, scalable, and optimized Azure cloud environments. This role requires expertise in

Azure architecture, automation, networking, and DevOps methodologies . The ideal candidate will work with cross-functional teams to ensure Azure infrastructure aligns with business needs and federal security compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities: Azure Cloud Infrastructure Management:

Deploy and maintain Azure cloud infrastructure, including

Azure Virtual Machines (VMs), Virtual Networks (VNets), Storage Accounts, and Azure Active Directory (AAD) . Infrastructure as Code (IaC):

Develop and maintain

Terraform, ARM templates, and Ansible

scripts to automate provisioning and configuration of Azure resources. Cloud Security & Compliance:

Implement and enforce security best practices, including

RBAC, Azure Policy, Key Vault, IAM, and network security groups (NSGs)

to ensure compliance with

FedRAMP, NIST, and DoD security guidelines . CI/CD Pipeline Management:

Build and manage

CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, Jenkins, and GitHub Actions

to support infrastructure automation and application deployment. Monitoring & Performance Optimization:

Utilize

Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights

to track system health, troubleshoot issues, and optimize performance. Cloud Networking & Connectivity:

Configure and optimize

Azure Virtual Networks (VNets), ExpressRoute, VPN Gateways, Load Balancers, and Azure Front Door

for secure cloud connectivity. Containerization & Orchestration:

Deploy and manage

Docker containers and Kubernetes clusters (AKS)

for scalable application hosting. Automation & Scripting:

Develop

PowerShell, Bash, and Python

scripts to automate administrative tasks, resource management, and security monitoring. Disaster Recovery & High Availability:

Design and implement disaster recovery strategies using

Azure Site Recovery, Backup, and multi-region failover architectures . Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement:

Work closely with security, development, and operations teams to align cloud solutions with business and security objectives. Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD):

Deploy, configure, and manage Azure Virtual Desktop environments, including host pools, session hosts, FSLogix profiles, and integration with Azure AD and Microsoft 365. Required Qualifications:

Experience:

Minimum

5 years

of experience in

cloud engineering, systems administration, or DevOps , with a strong focus on

Microsoft Azure . Certifications:

Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104)

or equivalent Azure certification preferred. Security & Compliance Expertise:

Strong knowledge of

Azure security tools, encryption, identity management (Azure AD, RBAC), and compliance frameworks (FedRAMP, NIST, RMF) . Infrastructure & Automation:

Experience with

Terraform, Ansible, Azure DevOps, and CI/CD pipeline automation . Networking & Load Balancing:

Hands-on experience with

Azure VNets, NSGs, ExpressRoute, and load balancing services . Containerization & Orchestration:

Experience deploying and managing

AKS, Docker, and microservices architecture . Scripting & Automation:

Proficiency in

PowerShell, Bash, Python, and YAML/JSON

for cloud automation and system management. AVD Experience:

Hands-on experience deploying and managing Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments in production, including host pool creation, user profile management (FSLogix), and AAD integration. Preferred Skills:

Experience supporting

federal agencies or DoD cloud environments . Hands-on experience with

Azure Functions, Logic Apps, and Event Grid for serverless automation . Knowledge of

cost optimization strategies using Azure Cost Management and FinOps best practices . This role provides the opportunity to

support critical Azure cloud infrastructure projects in a high-impact government environment, ensuring security, scalability, and operational excellence .

Why Improvix

At

Improvix Technologies , we don't just build systems - we build trust. Our engineers drive mission outcomes through innovation, precision, and a commitment to excellence.

We offer:

Competitive compensation and performance-based incentives 401(k) with company match Up to four weeks of paid annual leave Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage Life insurance, transit reimbursement, and professional development support

Join a collaborative, forward-thinking team where

your expertise directly supports national missions - and your ideas drive real change.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Improvix Technologies, Inc. is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. citizenship is required for most positions.