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Senior Microsoft Azure Cloud Engineer (DoD Focus) - North Charleston, SC

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Lead the design, deployment, and security of Microsoft Azure architectures for DoD customers, with a focus on hybrid-cloud solutions, Azure Government, and classified environments. Requires 10+ years of experience in systems engineering, cybersecurity, and Navy C4I support with a DoD Secret clearance. Drive innovation in cloud security, identity management, and compliance for mission-critical workloads.

Key Highlights
Exclusive focus on Microsoft Azure (preference for Azure Government over AWS) with IL5+ security clearance experience
Hybrid-cloud architecture expertise including Azure Arc, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, and Zero Trust security principles
DoD compliance and cybersecurity leadership with RMF/ATO, DISA STIGs, and continuous monitoring experience
Key Responsibilities
Design, deploy, and secure Microsoft Azure architectures with a focus on Azure Government and IL5/IL6 environments
Engineer hybrid-cloud solutions integrating Azure Arc, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, and on-premises networks
Implement cloud security using Microsoft Defender, Azure Firewall, Zero Trust principles, and least-privilege access controls
Architect Azure Virtual Desktop, virtual machines, and containerized workloads while ensuring compliance with RMF/ATO
Develop infrastructure provisioning pipelines using Terraform, Azure Automation, and CI/CD workflows
Troubleshoot complex cloud, network, identity, and security issues across production and lab environments
Produce architecture diagrams, compliance evidence, and technical documentation for DoD mission environments
Technical Skills Required
Microsoft Azure Cyber Security Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)
Benefits & Perks
Competitive salary
Generous benefits package
Education reimbursement and internal training resources
Nice to Have
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or other Kubernetes platforms
Advanced PowerShell, Bash, or Python scripting for automation
Experience with DISA STIG remediation and ACAS/SCAP tools
Familiarity with NIS tools for identity and access management

Job Description


Looking for a career where hard work is valued, and your ideas and feedback are part of the way we operate daily? Want to bring your skills to a company that encourages teamwork and champions continued education and process improvement?

Atlas Tech, a veteran-owned IT company serving multiple DoD customers in support of America's warfighters, is looking for a Senior Microsoft Azure Cloud Engineer in North Charleston, SC. This is an onsite position requiring a relocation if you are outside of the Charleston market.

The ideal candidate for this position will have proven experience in a technology-driven program or project supporting the US Navy. If you have systems engineering skills, a strong work ethic and commitment to quality, we would like to talk to you about joining our growing team.

You Will:

  • Design, deploy, secure, and sustain Microsoft Azure architectures, with preference for Azure Government over commercial cloud and Azure over AWS.
  • Apply experience in DoD Impact Level environments; IL5 experience is strongly desired, and IL6 experience is ideal.
  • Design hybrid-cloud solutions that run complementary services on premises and in Azure, including integration and management through Azure Arc.
  • Engineer external connectivity and direct-connect solutions, including Azure ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, routing, and connectivity to on-premises networks.
  • Design and manage internal networking, including virtual networks, subnets, network security groups, VLANs, routing, and network segmentation.
  • Implement cloud security using Microsoft Defender, Azure Firewall, VPN Gateway, secure baselines, least-privilege access, and Zero Trust principles.
  • Design and administer Azure identity, role-based access control, privileged access, and service identities, including integration with program-provided NIS tools.
  • Architect and support Azure Virtual Desktop, Windows and Linux virtual machines, and containerized workloads.
  • Evaluate technical, cybersecurity, mission, and cost constraints and develop resilient Azure solution architectures and implementation plans.
  • Develop repeatable infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Azure Automation integrated with Terraform; PowerShell, Bash, Python, and CI/CD experience is valuable.
  • Troubleshoot complex cloud, network, identity, security, compute, and hybrid-integration issues across lab and production environments.
  • Produce architecture diagrams, implementation plans, test artifacts, operating procedures, and RMF/ATO compliance evidence; participate in technical reviews and change management.

You Have:

  • US Citizenship
  • Possession of a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Level Security Clearance with a current SSBI/T5 investigation, TS/SCI desired
  • DoD 8140\8570 Certifications to be qualified as an Information Assurance Technician (IAT) Level II (e.g. CompTIA Security+ certification)
  • 10+ years of experience with C4I systems with specific focus on systems engineering and cybersecurity support
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
  • Operating System Certificate (e.g., Linux+, Windows Server, CCNA, etc)
  • Experience supporting Navy C4I or comparable DoD mission environments.
  • Azure Government and classified-cloud engineering experience at IL6.
  • Advanced Azure architecture experience with Azure Virtual Desktop, Azure Arc, ExpressRoute, Azure Firewall, Microsoft Defender, VPN Gateway, virtual machines, containers, and role-based access control.
  • Hybrid-cloud architecture spanning on-premises infrastructure and Azure services.
  • Terraform integrated with Azure Automation, Git-based version control, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Experience with Azure Kubernetes Service or other Kubernetes/container platforms.
  • Familiarity with DISA STIGs, ACAS/SCAP remediation, RMF controls, POA&Ms, and continuous monitoring.
  • Strong communication, technical documentation, collaboration, and leadership skills in a multi-disciplinary Agile environment.

Want to hear more? Read on to see what our Team Members say about their experience:

“To me, the best part about working at Atlas is the level of transparency afforded to everyone in the company. I’ve had plenty of jobs where I knew what I was doing, but at Atlas there is a concerted effort to make sure we also understand why, and how our role directly impacts the overall mission.” - Jess

“With LEARNING as a core value, Atlas is constantly promoting ways to increase knowledge and stay at the forefront of the latest technology. Team members are regularly encouraged to continue learning and Atlas provides training resources and skills enhancement opportunities internally as well as education reimbursement if you prefer to obtain skills through outside resources or higher education.” - Wendy

Atlas Tech is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and respected.

Accessibility & Accommodations

Atlas Tech strives to make our website, www.atlas-tech.com , accessible to all users. If you need assistance completing the application process or require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at [email protected] .

This contact information is designated for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of an application. Atlas Tech is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Atlas Tech offers a competitive salary, generous benefits package, and an opportunity to make a positive impact in your own community.

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