Certified Azure Cloud Infrastructure with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)

Role:  Certified Azure Cloud Infrastructure with Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD)

Interview:: Phone & Video 

Job Description:

• AVD Management: Design, implement, and optimize Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) environments, including host pools, application groups, and workspace configuration.

• Image Management: Create and maintain "golden images" for VDI and physical endpoints, ensuring they are hardened for security.

• Server Administration: Deploy and maintain Windows Server virtual machines (VMs) within Azure.

• Azure Governance: Administer Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD), including users, groups, conditional access policies, and synchronization with on-premises directories.

• Storage & Recovery: Implement Azure storage solutions, backup strategies, and disaster recovery (DR) protocols.

< class="x_elementToProof">2. Network Engineering & Administration

• Meraki Ecosystem: Configure and maintain network devices (MX Firewalls, MS Switches, MR Access Points) using the Cisco Meraki dashboard.

• Performance Monitoring: Continuously monitor network health, troubleshoot connectivity issues, and optimize SD-WAN performance for multi-site centers.

• Security: Enforce network security policies, including VPN management, firewall rules, and Azure WAF (Web Application Firewall).

• Expansion: Plan and execute network infrastructure for new office/center openings to support organizational growth.

< class="x_elementToProof">3. Endpoint & Vulnerability Management

• Microsoft Intune: Manage the full lifecycle of endpoint devices (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android) using Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune).

• Compliance: Create and enforce security and compliance policies across all managed devices.

• Patching: Utilize tools like AutoMox or GPOs alongside Intune to automate vulnerability patching and application updates.

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Technology Stack

• Cloud: Microsoft Azure (Compute, Storage, Networking, WAF).

• Virtualization: Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).

• Networking: Cisco Meraki (Full stack), SD-WAN, VPN, TCP/IP, DNS/DHCP, VLANs.

• Identity: Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), Conditional Access, MFA.

• Endpoints: Microsoft Intune, AutoMox, Windows 10/11, macOS, iOS.

• Automation: PowerShell, Azure CLI.

• Productivity: G Suite (Google Workspace) and Microsoft 365.

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Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related field (or equivalent practical experience).

• Experience: Minimum 4+ years in IT administration with a specific focus on Azure cloud and network engineering.

• Technical Expertise:

• Proven hands-on experience with Cisco Meraki hardware and dashboard.

• Demonstrated experience implementing AVD or similar VDI solutions (Citrix/VMware).

• Strong background in Microsoft Intune (device enrollment, compliance policies).

• Soft Skills: Ability to follow complex written instructions, expressive communication, and a solution-oriented mindset.

Preferred Certifications

• AZ-104: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate

• AZ-140: Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty

• MD-102: Microsoft Certified: Endpoint Administrator Associate

• CMNO: Cisco Meraki Network Operator