Azure Cloud Engineer
General Dynamics Information Technology · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $142,531 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Shape GDIT's cloud operations and enterprise environments.
- Ensure reliability, security, and scalability of cloud ecosystem.
- Manage Azure and Oracle cloud services for modernization.
- Utilize Azure CLI, PowerShell, Kubernetes, and other tools.
- Requires 5+ years managing Azure cloud operations.
About the role
Job Title: Azure Cloud Engineer
General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) is seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Engineer to join their team.
About the Role
Advance your career while shaping the future of cloud operations that support GDIT enterprise environments. Step into the role of Azure Cloud Engineer at GDIT, where technologists are empowered to grow meaningful careers while continually evolving their skills.
Meaningful Work and Personal Impact
As an Azure Cloud Engineer, the work you do at GDIT directly strengthens the reliability, security, and scalability of GDIT’s cloud ecosystem. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in ensuring our operations are supported by resilient, high-performance Azure and Oracle cloud services, enabling rapid delivery, secure operations, and continuous modernization.
- Support Azure-focused cloud engineering initiatives, ensuring stable, secure, and compliant cloud operations that directly enable organizational mission success.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including cybersecurity, application, and infrastructure partners to ensure cloud platforms align with mission and operational requirements.
- Drive innovation in automation, cloud optimization, and operational efficiency to enhance service delivery, reduce downtime, and quickly resolve mission-impacting challenges.
- Utilize advanced cloud engineering tools and technologies such as Azure CLI, PowerShell, IaC frameworks, Kubernetes, Oracle Cloud services, and supporting AWS capabilities to modernize and sustain the cloud environment.
What You’ll Need To Succeed
Bring your cloud engineering expertise and drive for innovation to GDIT. The Azure Cloud Engineer must have:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree NOT required. An additional 4 years of equivalent experience OR an Azure Certification may substitute.
- Experience: 8+ years of IT engineering experience, 12+ in lieu of no degree.
- Experience: 5+ years hands-on experience managing Azure cloud operations.
- Technical skills: Strong understanding of cloud architecture, security, and automation.
- Technical Skills: Experience with PowerShell, Python, JSON, YAML, Git, and cloud-native CLIs.
- Technical Skills: Experience working with serverless, Docker, and Kubernetes.
- Technical Skills: Windows and Linux OS experience.
Preferred Certifications and Experience:
- Demonstrated experience with Oracle Gov Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), and AWS Gov infrastructure experience/certification.
- US Person required.
Role Requirements:
- Excellent communication and documentation skills.
- Ability to work in an on-call rotation as required.
GDIT is Your Place
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
- Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.
- Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.
- Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off.
- Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home.
- Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace.
Key skills/competency
- Azure Cloud Engineer
- Cloud Operations
- Cloud Architecture
- IT Infrastructure
- Automation
- Cybersecurity
- Kubernetes
- PowerShell
- Python
- IT Operations
Skills & topics
- Azure Cloud Engineer
- Cloud Operations
- Cloud Architecture
- IT Infrastructure
- Automation
- Cybersecurity
- Kubernetes
- PowerShell
- Python
- IT Operations
- 8+ years experience
- Remote
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 8+ years of IT engineering experience and 5+ years managing Azure cloud operations, using keywords from the job description like 'Azure CLI', 'Kubernetes', and 'automation'.
- Showcase technical skills: Emphasize your proficiency in PowerShell, Python, JSON, YAML, Git, serverless, Docker, and Windows/Linux OS.
- Address preferred experience: If applicable, mention your experience with Oracle Gov Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and AWS Gov infrastructure.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss cloud architecture, security, automation, and your experience with IaC frameworks during the interview.
- Demonstrate communication: Highlight your excellent communication and documentation skills, and willingness to participate in on-call rotations.
Technical preparation
Master Azure CLI and PowerShell scripting.,Practice IaC frameworks like Terraform or ARM.,Build/deploy applications using Docker and Kubernetes.,Understand Windows/Linux server administration.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex cloud challenge you solved.,How do you ensure cloud security and compliance?,How do you collaborate with cross-functional teams?,Tell us about a time you drove innovation.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key responsibilities of an Azure Cloud Engineer at General Dynamics Information Technology?
- As an Azure Cloud Engineer at GDIT, your primary responsibilities will include supporting Azure-focused cloud engineering initiatives, ensuring stable and secure cloud operations, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving innovation in automation and cloud optimization. You'll also utilize tools like Azure CLI, PowerShell, and Kubernetes to modernize and sustain the cloud environment.
- What technical skills are essential for the Azure Cloud Engineer role at GDIT?
- Essential technical skills include a strong understanding of cloud architecture, security, and automation. You'll need experience with PowerShell, Python, JSON, YAML, Git, cloud-native CLIs, serverless, Docker, Kubernetes, and Windows/Linux operating systems. Experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) and AWS is preferred.
- Does the Azure Cloud Engineer position at GDIT require a Bachelor's degree?
- No, a Bachelor's degree is not strictly required for the Azure Cloud Engineer position. GDIT offers flexibility, stating that an additional 4 years of equivalent experience or an Azure Certification can substitute for a degree. An additional 12 years of IT engineering experience can also substitute in lieu of no degree.
- What is the expected experience level for the Azure Cloud Engineer role at GDIT?
- GDIT is looking for candidates with 8+ years of IT engineering experience, with a specific emphasis on 5+ years of hands-on experience managing Azure cloud operations. If you do not have a degree, up to 12 years of IT engineering experience may be considered.
- Is the Azure Cloud Engineer position at GDIT remote?
- Yes, the Azure Cloud Engineer position is a remote role, with the work location specified as 'Any Location / Remote'. This offers flexibility for candidates across different geographical areas.
- What are the benefits of working as an Azure Cloud Engineer at GDIT?
- GDIT offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for career growth through an AI-powered career tool and an internal mobility team. Benefits include comprehensive wellness packages, 401K with company match, competitive pay, generous paid time off, and a full-flex work week. They also boast an award-winning culture and are a military-friendly workplace.
- How does GDIT support career development for its Azure Cloud Engineers?