Azure Infrastructure Engineer

**Position Overview** We are seeking an experienced **Azure Infrastructure Engineer** with strong expertise in **cloud infrastructure, migration, and modernization initiatives**. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supporting Azure\-based infrastructure solutions while leading enterprise migration projects from on\-premises environments to Microsoft Azure. This role requires hands\-on experience with Azure services, infrastructure automation, virtualization, networking, security, and hybrid cloud environments. **Key Responsibilities** **Azure Infrastructure Management** * Design, deploy, and manage Azure infrastructure environments * Configure and maintain: * Virtual Machines * Virtual Networks * Load Balancers * Storage Accounts * Azure Backup * Azure Site Recovery * Azure Firewall * Azure Monitor **Cloud Migration \& Modernization** * Lead and support migration of: * Servers * Applications * Databases * File systems * VMware/Hyper\-V workloads * Perform cloud readiness assessments and migration planning * Execute lift\-and\-shift, re\-platforming, and modernization strategies * Support hybrid cloud and multi\-cloud integrations **Infrastructure Automation** * Develop infrastructure\-as\-code (IaC) solutions using: * Terraform * ARM Templates * Bicep * PowerShell * Automate provisioning, monitoring, and operational tasks **Networking \& Security** * Configure Azure networking components: * VPN Gateway * ExpressRoute * NSGs * DNS * Private Endpoints * Implement cloud security best practices and governance policies * Support identity and access management using Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) **Monitoring \& Operations** * Monitor infrastructure performance, availability, and capacity * Troubleshoot infrastructure and connectivity issues * Implement backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity solutions * Maintain operational documentation and runbooks **Collaboration \& Support** * Work closely with application, security, DevOps, and project teams * Participate in architecture discussions and infrastructure planning * Provide technical guidance during migration and deployment activities **Required Qualifications** * Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field * 5\+ years of infrastructure engineering experience * 3\+ years of hands\-on Microsoft Azure experience * Strong experience with enterprise cloud migration projects **Required Technical Skills** **Azure Technologies** * Azure Virtual Machines * Azure Networking * Azure Storage * Azure Backup \& Site Recovery * Azure Monitor \& Log Analytics * Azure Security Center / Defender for Cloud * Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) **Migration Technologies** * Azure Migrate * Azure Site Recovery * VMware * Hyper\-V * Windows Server Migration * File \& database migration tools **Automation \& Scripting** * PowerShell * Terraform * ARM Templates * Bicep * Azure CLI **Operating Systems \& Infrastructure** * Windows Server * Linux Administration * Active Directory * DNS/DHCP * Storage \& Virtualization **Preferred Certifications** * Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ\-104\) * Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ\-305\) * Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ\-700\) * Terraform Associate Certification * VMware Certifications (Preferred) **Preferred Experience** * Experience with large\-scale enterprise cloud migrations * Experience in hybrid cloud environments * Familiarity with DevOps and CI/CD pipelines * Experience supporting regulated environments (HIPAA, SOC 2, ISO 27001\) **Soft Skills** * Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills * Excellent communication and documentation abilities * Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities * Team collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills **What We Offer** * Opportunity to work on enterprise\-scale Azure transformation projects * Exposure to modern cloud and automation technologies * Collaborative and growth\-oriented environment * Certification and professional development support Pay: $50\.00 \- $60\.00 per hour Work Location: Remote