Intellect Solutions
Job Title: Azure Engineer Location : Vienna, VA/Remote Required Clearance : Active Secret or above Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and experienced Azure Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Microsoft Windows, Azure cloud services, specifically with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), and will be proficient in infrastructure as code (IaC) using Terraform and GitLab CI/CD pipelines. This role will focus on designing, deploying, and managing scalable and secure cloud environments to meet the needs of our enterprise clients. Key Responsibilities: Design, deploy, and manage Azure infrastructure, with a focus on Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using Terraform to automate the deployment and management of cloud resources. Implement and manage continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines using GitLab. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate them into scalable and secure cloud solutions. Monitor and optimize cloud resources to ensure cost-effectiveness, performance, and reliability. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Azure infrastructure and AVD environments. Ensure compliance with security policies and best practices in cloud operations. Provide documentation, training, and support to internal teams and clients as needed. Stay current with the latest Azure features, best practices, and industry trends. Support Windows related engineering tasks in AWS. Required Qualifications: Proven experience as an Azure Engineer with a strong focus on Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD). Proficiency in using Terraform for infrastructure as code (IaC) to automate cloud resource management. Experience with GitLab for CI/CD pipeline creation and management. Strong understanding of Azure networking, security, and governance best practices. Familiarity with scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash. Ability to work independently as well as in a collaborative team environment. Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex issues. Strong communication skills, both verbal and written. Preferred Qualifications: Azure certifications such as Azure Administrator (AZ-104), Azure Solutions Architect (AZ-305), or Azure DevOps Engineer (AZ-400) or other Microsoft equivalent certifications Experience with other IaC tools such as Ansible or ARM templates. Familiarity with other DevOps tools and practices such as Docker, Kubernetes, or Gitlab. Experience working in an Agile/Scrum environment. Experience with enterprise-level deployments and managing cloud environments. #J-18808-Ljbffr