Job Description

Job Description

Location: Mechanicsville, VA – Remote

1099 Rate: $56–$61/hr

Client: Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) – ITD Tolling

Position: Azure Cloud Engineer

Contract: Contract Opportunity

About the Role

VDOT ITD Tolling is seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Engineer to join its Engineering and Operations team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in Azure cloud infrastructure, application support, cloud security, monitoring, and troubleshooting.

️ Key Responsibilities

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• Implement, maintain, and support Microsoft Azure cloud resources.
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• Manage Azure App Services, API Gateways, Function Apps, Azure Virtual Desktops (AVD), and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
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• Monitor cloud workloads and troubleshoot connectivity, security, and application performance issues.
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• Use Azure Monitor and Log Analytics for diagnostics and root-cause analysis.
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• Administer Microsoft Entra ID, Single Sign-On (SSO), and access controls.
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• Support Windows Server infrastructure, networking, firewalls, certificates, and load balancers.
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• Develop automation scripts using PowerShell and/or Python.
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• Support Office 365, Power Apps, Key Vault, and secure credential management.
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• Assist with Terraform/IaC, CI/CD pipelines, cloud governance, and cost optimization.
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• Ensure compliance with security policies and PCI requirements.
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• Collaborate with architects, developers, DBAs, and cross-functional teams.
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✅ Required Skills

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• 3+ years of experience in Microsoft Azure administration/engineering.
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• 2+ years of experience with Windows Server 2019 or later.
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• Strong knowledge of networking, server infrastructure, firewalls, certificates, and load balancers.
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• 2+ years of PowerShell and/or Python scripting experience.
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• Experience with Office 365 and Power Apps.
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• Experience with Terraform or equivalent Infrastructure as Code tools.
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• Knowledge of PCI or similar compliance frameworks.
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• Experience with Microsoft Entra ID and SSO.
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• Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
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⭐ Preferred Skills

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• Azure DevOps, Jenkins, Git, or TFS.
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• Docker and Kubernetes.
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• Azure Key Vault and certificate management.
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• Azure Virtual Desktops (AVD).
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• Azure certifications such as AZ-104 or AZ-305.
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• Enterprise cloud governance and cost optimization experience.
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Additional Information

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• Fingerprint-based background check required.
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• Occasional off-hours support may be needed.
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• Candidates must be willing to keep their technical skills current.
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Interested?

DM me your updated resume or connect with me to discuss this opportunity.

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