Senior Cloud Azure SME

Job#: 3033010

Job Description:

Senior Cloud Azure SME

Location: Fort Meade, Maryland (Onsite)

 

Role Overview

We are seeking a Top Secret cleared experienced Senior Cloud Engineer to support multiple U.S. Coalition Mission Partner Environments. This role is responsible for designing, implementing, and sustaining a secure Azure-based network within a classified environment supporting virtual network infrastructure. This position requires deep Azure cloud technical expertise and the ability to drive program initiatives as a key member of a multidisciplinary team.

 

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and maintain secure cloud infrastructure within an Azure environment.
  • Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Azure ARM templates, or Bicep.
  • Configure and manage Azure Firewall, ExpressRoute, VNET, VPN Gateway, VLAN segmentation, and DNS.
  • Engineer and maintain enterprise identity solutions using Microsoft Entra ID, AD, and SSO/Federation.
  • Implement and maintain secure boundary controls and encryption solutions.
  • Support deployment and operation of enterprise platforms such as Elasticsearch and O365 in Azure.
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to mid-level cloud engineers.
  • Design disaster recovery and business continuity solutions in the Azure cloud.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to define and implement cloud adoption strategies.
Required Qualifications

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field is required.

 

Experience: A minimum of 12 years of cloud experience, including at least 6 years of hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure is required. Must have extensive, rich knowledge of Azure; experience with other cloud platforms will not be considered a substitute. Experience supporting Federal environments and applying Zero Trust principles is necessary.

 

Technical Skills: Expertise with cloud computing technologies across Windows and Linux. Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python, and the Azure CLI. Knowledge of Azure monitoring, including Log Analytics (KQL).

 

Certifications: A current IAT Level II certification (such as Security+ or higher) is required. Active Top Secret Clearance

 

Preferred Qualifications
  • Azure certifications such as AZ-104, AZ-305, or AZ-500.
  • Experience administering ICAM solutions like PingFederate.
  • Experience integrating Virtru or similar encryption and data protection platforms.
  • Prior experience supporting ATO packages and control implementation statements.Top

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

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Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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Employee Type:
FullTime

Location:
Fort Meade, MD, US

Job Type:
Engineering and Technicians

Date Posted:
June 22, 2026

Pay Range:
$127,000 - $225,000

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