Contractor Systems Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute end-to-end Azure migration projects, including discovery, assessment, design, and implementation phases.
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud architectures in Azure.
• Conduct environment assessments to identify workloads suitable for migration and develop migration strategies.
• Utilize Azure Migrate, ASR (Azure Site Recovery), and related tools to facilitate seamless workload migration.
• Optimize cloud resources, monitor performance, and implement cost-saving strategies using Azure Monitor, Advisor, and Cost Management tools.
• Configure and manage hybrid cloud setups, including on-premises-to-Azure connectivity via VPN, ExpressRoute, and VNet.
• Deploy, configure, and manage virtual machines, storage accounts, and application services in Azure.
• Ensure the security of workloads by implementing Azure Security Center, Sentinel, and role-based access control (RBAC).
• Develop and maintain infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Azure Resource Manager (ARM), Bicep, or Terraform.
• Automate deployment, monitoring, and remediation tasks using Azure Automation, Logic Apps, and PowerShell scripting.
• Troubleshoot issues related to Azure services, networks, and infrastructure, providing expert-level resolution and root cause analysis.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including DevOps and application teams, to ensure successful migration and post-migration support.
• Maintain and update documentation, including design diagrams, migration plans, and operational guides.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in systems engineering, with at least 3 years of hands-on Azure migration experience.
• Deep understanding of Azure services, including VMs, Azure SQL Database, App Services, Storage, and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).
• Expertise in migration tools such as Azure Migrate, ASR, and Database Migration Service (DMS).
• Strong knowledge of networking in Azure, including VNet, NSG, load balancers, and DNS.
• Hands-on experience with IaC tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell, CLI, or Python.
• Experience with monitoring tools like Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools like Azure DevOps, Jenkins, and GitHub Actions.
• Strong understanding of cloud security principles, including identity management (Azure AD), RBAC, MFA, and Conditional Access.
• Knowledge of disaster recovery and high availability solutions in Azure.

Preferred Skills:

• Certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator, or Azure DevOps Engineer.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes, in an Azure context.
• Experience with other cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Google Cloud) for hybrid or multi-cloud strategies.
• Strong understanding of ITIL principles and workflows for incident, change, and problem management.
• Familiarity with Windows Server and Linux operating systems in a cloud environment.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues quickly.
• Strong project management skills to handle multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.