Azure Protection Engineer

  • WASHINGTON, DC
  • Posted 10 hours ago | Updated 10 hours ago

Overview

On Site
USD 120,001.00 - 160,000.00 per year
Full Time

Skills

Provisioning
Performance Monitoring
Security Management
Cloud Computing
Data Integrity
RTOS
LAN
WAN
Disaster Recovery
Business Continuity Planning
Scripting
Windows PowerShell
Python
Bash
Backup
Collaboration
Database
Documentation
Data Security
Regulatory Compliance
Computer Science
Security Clearance
Media
IaaS
PaaS
Virtual Machines
Storage
Recovery
Virtualization
VMware
Hyper-V
Microsoft Windows
Linux
Data Storage
Computer Networking
TCP/IP
Cloud Security
Analytical Skill
Communication
Management
CommVault
Microsoft Azure
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
FOCUS

Job Details

Job ID: 2511631

Location: WASHINGTON, DC, US

Date Posted: 2025-11-24

Category: Information Technology

Subcategory: Cloud Comp Engr

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: No

Minimum Clearance Required: None

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Public Trust

Potential for Remote Work: Yes

Description

We are seeking an experienced Azure Protection Analyst Analyst to design, implement, and maintain our data protection solutions within a hybrid Azure cloud environment using CommVault software. This role will ensure the integrity, availability, and recoverability of all critical data, troubleshoot complex technical issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business continuity and disaster recovery objectives. This role will require work on site in Washington, D.C.

  • Design, develop, and deploy robust, scalable, and secure cloud-based data protection solutions using CommVault for Azure and on-premises environments.
  • Administer and monitor the Microsoft Azure cloud environment, including provisioning, configuration, performance monitoring, and security management of cloud resources relevant to data protection.
  • Configure, monitor, and maintain daily backup and recovery jobs, ensuring data integrity and compliance with RPOs (Recovery Point Objectives) and RTOs (Recovery Time Objectives).
  • Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues related to CommVault systems, Azure services, networking (LAN/WAN/SAN), and storage systems in a timely manner.
  • Develop, document, and perform regular disaster recovery tests to ensure business continuity and reliable restoration of systems and applications.
  • Optimize backup performance and storage utilization. Develop and implement automation scripts (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) to streamline backup tasks and monitoring.
  • Collaborate with system administrators, database administrators, and application teams to ensure comprehensive data protection requirements are met.
  • Maintain detailed documentation of configurations, procedures, and incidents.
  • Ensure data protection processes adhere to industry regulations and compliance requirements.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, with a minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience.
  • ship required for this role.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.
  • Strong knowledge of CommVault software suite (CommServe, Media Agents, VSA, IntelliSnap).
  • Hands-on experience with Azure IaaS and PaaS, including VMs, storage accounts, networking, and Recovery Services Vaults.
  • Familiarity with virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V) and Windows/Linux server environments.
  • Solid understanding of storage systems, networking protocols (TCP/IP), and cloud security best practices.
  • Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to work under pressure to resolve time-critical issues.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of interacting effectively with technical teams and management.
  • CommVault Certified Professional (CCP) or Engineer certification, and/or Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator Associate AZ-104) are highly valued.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.


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