Microsoft Azure Cloud Engineer

Alexandria, VA

Full Time

Experienced

We are seeking a Senior Microsoft Azure Cloud Engineer to design, implement, and manage secure cloud solutions for federal IT environments. This hybrid role supports Azure infrastructure, automation, and security, leveraging DevOps best practices to optimize performance, security, and compliance.

Location: Hybrid (Remote/In-Person in DC Metro Area)
Job Type: Full-Time
Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship is Required
Clearance Requirement: Secret/Top Secret Security Clearance Required
Salary: Competitive Based on Experience

What You’ll Do

Architect, design, and deploy secure, scalable Microsoft Azure cloud solutions for federal environments
Implement automation using Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep to streamline infrastructure deployment
Enhance CI/CD pipelines and DevOps workflows using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or related tools
Optimize cloud performance, cost, and security by implementing best practices in monitoring, logging, and infrastructure optimization
Ensure compliance with NIST 800-53, FedRAMP, FISMA, and other federal cybersecurity frameworks
Manage Azure infrastructure, including networking, identity management, virtual machines, and security policies
Lead Agile development practices as a Scrum Master, facilitating sprint planning, retrospectives, and Agile ceremonies
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including security, development, and operations, to enhance cloud environments
Provide leadership and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and technical excellence

What You Bring
Required:

Active Top Secret Security Clearance
6+ years of experience in Microsoft Azure cloud engineering and DevOps
Strong experience in Azure infrastructure design, deployment, and automation
Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep
Proven experience with CI/CD pipeline automation and DevOps workflows
Knowledge of federal cloud security standards, including FedRAMP, NIST 800-53, and FISMA
Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Python, or Bash
Experience with Azure networking, security, identity management (Azure AD), and monitoring

Strong leadership skills and ability to mentor junior engineers
Preferred:

Azure Certifications, such as AZ-104, AZ-400, AZ-305
Experience working in federal IT environments
Familiarity with hybrid cloud architectures and on-premises integrations
Experience in cloud cost optimization and FinOps best practices

Why Join LightFeather?
LightFeather is a technology-driven company that delivers secure, scalable, and innovative cloud solutions to federal agencies. We specialize in Microsoft Azure cloud engineering, automation, and security, helping agencies modernize their IT environments while ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Our engineers work on high-impact projects, solving complex cloud challenges in environments where security, performance, and compliance are critical. We offer:

The opportunity to work on high-impact, mission-critical Microsoft Azure cloud projects for federal agencies
A culture that values technical innovation, autonomy, and collaboration
Access to cutting-edge cloud technologies and continuous learning opportunities
A leadership team that understands technology and supports innovation
Competitive compensation, top-tier benefits, and career growth opportunities
A hybrid work environment where you can balance remote flexibility with in-person collaboration

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