Cloud Engineer

Job Summary

As the primary Azure point of contact, the full-time Cloud Engineer will manage the administration, implementation, and security of the Federal Trade Commission's Azure environment, contributing to cloud and on-prem infrastructure operations while ensuring high availability and performance in a customer-focused setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide design, implementation, and security for hybrid connectivity across Azure and on-premises networks
• Perform system administration tasks including patching, upgrades, and security management for Azure environments
• Monitor network performance and implement enhancements to ensure optimal functionality and compliance with federal standards

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a computer-related field with 8+ years of relevant experience, or a Master's degree with at least 6 years of experience
• Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Associate certification (AZ-104)
• Current DoD 8570/8140 baseline certification appropriate for Intermediate System Administrator roles
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in cloud operations or engineering
• Significant experience designing and maintaining Microsoft Azure environments, including Zero Trust and hybrid cloud architectures