SR. AZURE CLOUD NETWORK ENGINEER WITH SECURITY CLEARANCE

The Sr. Azure Cloud Network Engineer provides direct support coverage for all enterprise systems, physical and virtual server infrastructure, storage and infrastructure application systems in both Cloud and On-Premises environments. This includes VMware, Azure Government, Azure Commercial, AWS Commercial, Microsoft and third-party tools to include project plan (including a Work Break Down Structure) with tasks required in support of the Department of State's Bureau of Overseas Building Operations (OBO) total life cycle system engineering. Manages the systems engineering life cycle for classified and unclassified environments. Essential Job Functions: * Integrate strategic priorities into a Requirements Traceability Matrix. System life cycle development shall include configuration and change management, participation in configuration control boards, processing change requests, and coordinating with technical support organizations. * Provide technical requirements that will be analyzed for recommended software and hardware specifications. * Proficient in translating developer and stakeholder requirements into comprehensive architectural drawings and detailed planning documents, ensuring alignment with project goals and technical specifications. * Provide technical implementation using industry best practices. * Perform system administration, system maintenance and sustainment engineering for development, testing, and production environments. * Deploy, manage, and optimize Azure resources including VMs, storage accounts, and networking components. * Strong background in PowerShell scripting * Work closely with other IT team members to support ongoing projects and initiatives. Provide guidance and assistance to the teams other administrators as required * Implement problem resolution including system troubleshooting and requirements and software analysis throughout the system life cycle. * Knowledge of CI/CD deployment methodology. Utilize Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipeline management and automation. * Monitor and maintain Azure environments to ensure optimal performance, availability, and cost-efficiency. * Analyze servers and systems event logs. * Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and provide timely resolutions. * Maintain System Security, Finally, maintain system security by actively identifying faults and vulnerable areas within the system's architecture. * Troubleshoot and resolve system issues. * Perform all aspects of program and technical planning and resource management. * Provide operational support and on-call support for domestic facilities and facilities abroad. * Provide well thought out technical solutions based on best business practices. * Provide server management of classified, unclassified and cloud computing networks. * Provide configuration, support, maintenance and troubleshooting of Windows servers configured within an Active Directory environment. * Provide configuration, support, maintenance and troubleshooting of Windows and Linux servers. * Provide creation, maintenance and deletion of user accounts, groups and rights within Microsoft Active Directory. * Manage OBO Microsoft Group Policy within a Microsoft Active Directory environment. Manage OBO's DNS, DHCP, and IIS services within a Microsoft Active Directory environment. * Test new hardware, software and applications. * Install, configure, upgrade, maintain and troubleshoot licensing of various in-house engineering, scientific, business, and COTS applications. * Perform back up and restoration services for applications and servers. * Assist with performance engineering through the use of modeling using analytical or discrete event simulation. * Provide technically sound advice and assistance to solve complex system problems. * Install and update software, hardware, Microsoft critical updates and service packs. * Verifies compatibility with new operating systems as they are released and utilized within the organization. Documentation requirements include: * Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) * Life Cycle Management Plans for Classified and Unclassified Environments * Strategic Requirements Traceability Matrix * Installation and support documentation * Operating system installation, upgrades, and maintenance * Performance and capacity planning * Incident After Action Reports * Disaster recovery planning Skills and Qualifications Required: * Requires an active Top Secret security clearance * Requires a BS in Information Systems, Computer Science, or similar technical discipline. * A minimum of 5 years of experience in Azure infrastructure management and Windows Server administration. Microsoft Azure cloud, DoS experience preferred. * Working knowledge of AWS desired * Excellent understanding of system and network architecture in the cloud and able to manage multiple resources in support of EA cloud efforts. * Demonstrate significant experience working with Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure and services, IAM roles, scripting in PowerShell and DSC, and Bicep and ARM templates. * In-depth understanding and knowledge of various cloud service models to include IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS and supporting deployment models, including Private, Public, and Hybrid cloud. * Must possess hands-on technology knowledge and recognized expertise in public and hybrid-cloud tools and technologies covering automated provisioning and configuration management, particularly using Azure DevOps. * Experience developing big data solutions to organize, manage, reduce redundancy, and increase reuse of enterprise data also a plus. About Us: At HunaTek, we build teams of people from all backgrounds with varying levels of experience, knowing firsthand that diversity of thought will strengthen our ability to deliver for our customers. We work hand in hand with Federal civilian and military staff, pulling together to further the interests of our nation and home and abroad. Whenever possible, we provide opportunities for our employees to learn new skills, obtain certifications, attend industry events, and have some fun together. Our Benefits: We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to make sure our employees and their families have access to good health care, are insured against catastrophic health events, can put money aside for retirement and are able to maintain a healthy work-life balance. These benefits include: * Comprehensive medical, dental and vision * Long-term and short-term disability insurance and term life insurance * 401(K) with safe harbor contribution * Paid time off and 11 paid holidays * Tuition and career development assistance * A selection of voluntary benefits ADA: HunaTek will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. EEO/AA: HunaTek does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, height, weight, or marital status in employment or the provision of services and is an equal access/equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.