Administer and maintain Microsoft Azure infrastructure (PaaS, networking, storage, and security).
Serve as the primary 24×7 first responder for critical incidents (estimated one per month), ensuring rapid triage and resolution.
Monitor and enhance observability using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and KQL-based dashboards.
Implement automation and self-healing mechanisms to reduce human intervention and alert fatigue.
Develop and maintain Bicep IaC templates and GitHub Actions CI/CD workflows for repeatable deployments.
Conduct system patching, optimization, and post-incident reviews.
Act as Deputy Program Manager, shadowing and supporting our government-facing Program Manager.
Participate in government calls, program reviews, and reporting cycles; eventually serve as a backup PM.
Maintain a comprehensive Program Playbook with processes, runbooks, and stakeholder documentation.
Draft and deliver SITREPs (Situation Reports) and incident summaries for stakeholders.
Collaborate cross-functionally to uphold uptime, compliance, and operational excellence.
Maintain continuous compliance with FedRAMP, NIST 800-53 Rev 5, and DoD Cloud SRG requirements.
Use ServiceNow for incident, change, and problem management workflows.
Participate in Continuous Monitoring (ConMon) reviews, POA&M updates, and evidence submissions.
Support audit readiness by maintaining up-to-date system and procedural documentation.

Requirements

5+ years in Azure administration, DevOps, or cloud engineering.
CompTIA Security+ (or within 90 days of hire)
Expert-level understanding of:
- Azure Resource Manager, Bicep, and IaC principles
- Azure Networking (Private Endpoints, NSGs, App Gateway, VPN/ExpressRoute)
- Entra ID (Azure AD), Defender for Cloud, and monitoring tools
Scripting proficiency in PowerShell and/or Python.
Familiarity with ServiceNow or equivalent ITSM platforms.
Proven ability to troubleshoot and resolve high-severity incidents calmly and efficiently.
Strong written and verbal communication; able to interface confidently with government customers.

Benefits

First Responder Stipend: Fixed annual payment recognizing 24×7 readiness for critical incident response (paid monthly whether or not after-hours events occur)
Performance Bonus shared across team
Health, dental, and vision insurance
401(k)
Paid holidays and PTO
Annual professional development allowance

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools

Azure administrationDevOpscloud engineeringBicepInfrastructure as Code (IaC)Azure NetworkingPowerShellPythonincident managementmonitoring tools

Soft Skills

troubleshootingcalmness under pressurewritten communicationverbal communicationcross-functional collaborationstakeholder engagementprogram management supportincident resolutionprocess documentationreporting

Certifications

CompTIA Security+