Intermediate Azure Administrator (ID#5475)

We are a national IT consulting firm seeking for an Azure Administrator to manage cloud compute, storage, networking, and identity services. This is a contract role and the work is remote. Must be able to work during normal business hours. Key responsibilities include Microsoft Entra ID management, virtual machine operations, and resource monitoring. Core Responsibilities Identity & Access: Manage user accounts, groups, and multi-factor authentication using Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) and role-based access control (RBAC). Compute & Storage: Deploy, size, and patch Windows and Linux virtual machines, alongside configuring Azure Blob storage, disks, and file shares. Networking: Configure virtual networks (VNets), subnets, network security groups (NSGs), and VPN connections. Backup & Recovery: Implement and test Azure Backup and Site Recovery policies to ensure business continuity. Monitoring & Cost: Track system health with Azure Monitor and optimize spending by managing budgets and alerts. Automation: Write basic scripts using PowerShell or Azure CLI to streamline routine deployment tasks. Requirements & Qualifications Experience: 2 to 4 years of hands-on IT experience, with at least 2 years focused directly on Microsoft Azure environments. Technical Skills: Working knowledge of hybrid cloud setups, TCP/IP networking, DNS, and basic infrastructure-as-code templates (Bicep or ARM)

The role involves managing cloud compute, storage, networking, and identity services using Microsoft Entra ID and Azure resources. Key tasks include deploying virtual machines, configuring network security, and implementing backup and recovery policies.

Candidates need 2 to 4 years of IT experience, with at least 2 years specifically focused on Microsoft Azure environments. Technical proficiency in hybrid cloud setups, TCP/IP networking, and infrastructure-as-code templates is required.

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• Microsoft Entra ID
• Azure Virtual Machines
• Azure Blob Storage
• Virtual Networks
• Network Security Groups
• Azure Backup
• Azure Site Recovery
• Azure Monitor
• PowerShell
• Azure CLI
• Bicep
• ARM Templates
• TCP/IP
• DNS
• RBAC
• Hybrid Cloud

• Technology
• Consulting
• Software

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Not Applicable

Application method

Direct apply is available