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Azure Infrastructure Engineer

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Boston, Massachusetts

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ARM (Advanced RISC Machine), Administrative Skills, Authentication, Automation, Cloud Computing, Computer Networks, Computer Security, Ecosystems, Email Management/Administration, Email Protocols/Standards, Email Security, Enterprise Applications, Hardware Virtualization, Hybrid Cloud, Identify Issues, Identity Data Management, Incident Response, Load Balancing, Maintain Compliance, Microsoft Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange Server, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Windows Azure, Microsoft Windows Server, Network Administration/Management, OAuth, Operations Processes, Phishing, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Security Assertion Markup Language (SAML), Security Attacks, Security Infrastructure, Security Monitoring, Single Sign-On (SSO), Software Engineering, Subnet, Systems Engineering, Technical Writing, VMS Operating System, VMWare, VPN (Virtual Private Network), Virtual Machine (VM), Windows PowerShell
LOCATION
Boston, Massachusetts
POSTED
30+ days ago
Senior Azure Infrastructure Engineer / Systems Engineer
Remote (EST Preferred)
6-month contract (potential to extend)

Overview
We are seeking a Senior Azure Infrastructure Engineer / Systems Engineer to design, implement, and support enterprise infrastructure across Azure cloud and hybrid on-prem environments. This role is infrastructure-first, with responsibility for Azure networking, compute, identity, and security, while also supporting Microsoft 365 and email platforms within the broader ecosystem.
The ideal candidate brings deep experience across Azure infrastructure, hybrid identity, and enterprise systems engineering, with the ability to own environments end-to-end and operate as a technical SME.

Key Responsibilities
Azure Infrastructure & Cloud Engineering
  • Design, implement, and manage Azure infrastructure environments, including Virtual Machines, storage, and resource configurations
  • Configure and maintain Azure networking (VNets, subnets, NSGs, peering, VPN connectivity, load balancing)
  • Support and optimize hybrid infrastructure across Azure and on-prem (Windows Server, VMware)
  • Implement and manage Azure monitoring and logging (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, alerting)
  • Ensure performance, availability, and scalability of cloud infrastructure
Identity & Access Management (Core Focus)
  • Administer and manage Entra ID (Azure AD) including hybrid identity (AD Connect)
  • Configure and enforce Conditional Access, MFA, RBAC, and Zero Trust policies
  • Support and implement SSO integrations using SAML and OAuth across enterprise applications
  • Manage identity lifecycle, access governance, and directory services
Messaging & Collaboration (Secondary Responsibility)
  • Support Exchange Online and hybrid Exchange environments
  • Manage email security platforms (Proofpoint, Microsoft Defender for Office 365, etc.)
  • Maintain mail flow, transport rules, and email authentication protocols (SPF, DKIM, DMARC)
  • Assist with migrations and optimization of Microsoft 365 services
Security, Automation & Operations
  • Collaborate with security teams to support cloud security posture, threat detection, and incident response
  • Utilize tools such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Purview for monitoring and compliance
  • Automate infrastructure and administrative tasks using PowerShell and/or Azure CLI
  • Develop and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and operational procedures
  • Act as a senior escalation point for complex infrastructure and cloud issues
Required Qualifications
  • 7+ years of experience in Systems Engineering / Infrastructure Engineering roles
  • Strong hands-on experience with Azure infrastructure (VMs, networking, storage)
  • Experience managing hybrid environments (on-prem + Azure)
  • Solid experience with Active Directory and Entra ID (Azure AD)
  • Experience with Azure networking (VNets, NSGs, VPN, peering)
  • Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation
  • Experience with Exchange Online and Microsoft 365 environments
  • Familiarity with email security concepts and tools (SPF, DKIM, DMARC, anti-phishing)Strong troubleshooting skills across infrastructure, cloud, and identity systems
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM templates, Bicep)
  • Experience with Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and Purview
  • Knowledge of VMware or other virtualization platforms
  • Experience with Proofpoint or similar secure email gateways
  • Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, etc.) or Microsoft certifications
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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