Azure Cloud Engineer

Our leading non-profit client in the education industry is looking for an Azure Developer to join their team on a 6 month term. The role will operate on a flexible hybrid model in their Markham office 2 days a week.

The successful candidate will understands our clients Azure needs and improve on the existing configuration, and laydown the foundation for future initiatives. 

Responsibilities: 

• Review and assess the current state of the existing Azure environment. Identify gaps, deficiencies, and shortcomings based on current and future requirements.
• Recommend, design, and implement a scalable, optimized, and cost-effective Azure cloud infrastructure that meets client needs.
• Configure Azure services such as Azure Virtual Machines, Azure SQL (or other database services), Azure Monitor.
• Review and improve network connectivity on VPN and Azure DNS.
• Review and implement proper Azure security and access control using Resource Groups, AAD, IAM, RBAC, Key Vault, Whitelisted ip's and other related service.
• Develop and apply best practice methodology on backup, patching, disaster recovery and business continuity plan.
• Enable adequate alerts and notifications for Azure activities.
• Setup a data integration which brings data from a third-party application into the Azure storage.
• Migrate on-prem Power BI server to Azure cloud.
• Ensure information and knowledge of all work is shared with the internal IT team.
• Provide on-the -job training and guidance, including knowledge transfer and Business As Usual handover, to other internal IT staffs on Azure-related topics.
• Create and maintain proper documentation (infrastructure diagram/technical design/operational instruction) according to company standards
• Provide technical support on Azure-related issues.
• Work with the project team on developing data governance policies and procedures.

Skills and Experience: 

• A bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
• At least 5 years of experience in Microsoft Azure cloud computing
• Experience in developing and implementing Azure-based solutions
• Experience in infrastructure and cloud security 
• Working knowledge of Azure features and services (VM, SQL, Monitor, Networking, Blob Storage, Gateway, Data Factory etc)
• Demonstrated experience on implementing Azure security and compliance solutions (Resource Groups, AAD, IAM, Key Vault etc)
• Technical certifications in Azure is a requirement
• Ability to drive project deliverables with minimal supervision.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

We’re an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing diversity and inclusion in today’s workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Minorities, women, LGBTQ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions.