Azure SME

Position: Azure SME
 Location:  Jackson, MS   Hybrid
 Duration: 1 Year
 Note: Hybrid, must be willing to report onsite once per month. NOT 100% REMOTE.
 
About R Systems: 
R Systems is a leading digital product engineering company that designs and develops chip-to-cloud software products, platforms, and digital experiences that empower its clients to achieve higher revenues and operational efficiency. Our product mindset and engineering capabilities in Cloud, Data, AI, and CX enable us to serve key players in the high-tech industry, including ISVs, SaaS, and Internet companies, as well as product companies in telecom, media, finance, manufacturing, and health verticals. We Are Great Place to Work Certified in 10 countries with a full-time workforce [India, USA, Canada, Poland, Romania, Moldova, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia & Thailand]! We are recognized as one of the Best Tech Brands 2024 by the Times Group and India's Top 500 Value Creators 2023 by Dun & Bradstreet.

Job Requirement: 
Project:

• The Mississippi Department of Information Technology Services (ITS) is the central IT organization for the state of Mississippi, and acts as a service provider and/or service broker for agencies.

• Over the last two years, ITS has implemented an Azure Landing Zone and an Azure Gov Cloud Landing Zone, and is working to build cloud expertise internally to support this environment and future agency Azure projects. ITS is seeking a highly skilled and well-rounded Azure expert to assist in maintaining this environment, working with agencies on troubleshooting, and helping to mentor staff.

• This position will be crucial to the long-term success of this project for ITS as we work to build our Cloud Center of Excellence.

 
 Responsibilities:

• Azure Environment Management   Oversee and maintain the existing Azure tenants and Management Groups while ensuring adherence to industry best practices.

• Cloud Architecture   For both ITS and agencies, design, review, and implement Azure solutions that meet performance, security, and scalability requirements.

• Troubleshooting and Support   Serve as a senior point of contact for complex Azure-related issues, including network connectivity. This will require coordination with internal teams and agencies to determine root cause and remediation strategies.

• Vendor Relationships   Work with Microsoft and other third-party vendors to integrate various products into the overall Azure ecosystem.

• Mentorship and Training   Provide knowledge transfer, training, and coaching to staff members to build internal cloud expertise. Help with the creation and maintenance of technical documentation, standards, and playbooks.

• Governance and Security   Work with ITS and agency security teams to ensure industry best practices (such as Azure Policy and Microsoft Defender for Cloud) and various compliance requirements are met.

 Skills:

• Deep knowledge of key Azure services (VMs, Azure Storage, Azure SQL/Cosmos DB, VNet, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Functions, Azure Resource Manager templates, etc.).

• Experience leading cloud migrations or implementations in a complex multi-tenant/subscription environment.

• Strong network troubleshooting abilities to help resolve connectivity issues both inside the Azure cloud environment and ingressing/egressing to the State's on-premises environment (e.g., ExpressRoute, VPN).

• Familiarity with Azure Landing Zone implementations and management using Azure Landing Zone reference architectures or ALZ deployment tools.

• Proficiency with infrastructure as code (ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform) and CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).

• Experience implementing security best practices (e.g., Azure RBAC, encryption, network segmentation, and Azure Policies).

• Familiarity with DevOps principles, containerization (Docker, AKS, Azure Container Apps), and serverless architectures.

• Strong troubleshooting abilities across networking, storage, and compute layers in Azure.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Proven experience mentoring staff and fostering a collaborative, learning-focused environment.

• Effective problem-solving skills and the ability to remain calm and focused under pressure.

• Strong organizational skills, capable of managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

• Ability to lead architectural reviews and navigate ambiguity in designing solutions to complex business problems

 Preferred Skills:

• Microsoft Azure Expert-level certification (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert).

• Experience in a government or highly regulated environment (e.g., HIPAA, CJIS, IRS 1075 compliance).

• Knowledge of ITIL, project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, Agile), and enterprise IT governance frameworks.

• Familiarity with other public cloud providers and hybrid-cloud environments (e.g., Azure Arc).

• Working knowledge of common scripting/programming languages (Python, Bash, Powerhell).

 Why Join R Systems?

• Frequent Internal Hackathons: Engage in dynamic competitions with exciting prizes to keep your skills sharp.

• Cultural Celebrations: Strengthen our familial bonds through shared celebrations, fostering a sense of community.

• Diverse Project Exposure: Work on a variety of projects across sectors like Healthcare, Banking, e-commerce, and Retail, collaborating with leading global brands.

• Centre of Excellence (COE): Benefit from technical guidance and upskilling opportunities provided by our team of technology experts, helping you navigate your career path.

• E-Learning Platform: Gain access to comprehensive e-learning platforms coupled with a robust mentorship program to enhance your skills.

• Open Door Policy: Embrace a culture of mutual support, respect, and open dialogue, promoting a collaborative work environment.

If you are passionate and excited about working in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we would love to hear from you!
 R Systems is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We strive to build a team that reflects the diverse communities we serve, and we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. Our commitment to equal opportunity extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, and benefits. 
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