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A new space race has begun. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability.
OUR MISSION
The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earthfrom communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all.
OUR VALUES
Reporting to the IT Operations Manager, the Azure Cloud Administrator is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of our Azure Government cloud infrastructure and services. This role is critical to supporting our mission in the space industry, ensuring our cloud environment is secure, compliant, scalable, and optimized for performance. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Azure Government, infrastructure as code, containerization, and government security compliance.
Responsibilities
Additional Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.
OUR MISSION
The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earthfrom communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all.
OUR VALUES
- Be the offset.We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity
- What would it take?We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results
- Its the people.Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together
Reporting to the IT Operations Manager, the Azure Cloud Administrator is responsible for the design, implementation, and management of our Azure Government cloud infrastructure and services. This role is critical to supporting our mission in the space industry, ensuring our cloud environment is secure, compliant, scalable, and optimized for performance. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Azure Government, infrastructure as code, containerization, and government security compliance.
Responsibilities
- Azure Government Cloud Management
- Design, deploy, and manage Azure Government cloud infrastructure and services
- Implement and maintain Azure resources including virtual machines, storage, networking, and databases
- Ensure compliance with government security requirements including CMMC, FedRAMP, and ITAR
- Manage Azure subscriptions, resource groups, and cost optimization strategies
- Implement and maintain Azure governance policies, role-based access control (RBAC), and security best practices
- AVD setup and maintenance
- CI/CD and Infrastructure Automation
- Design and implement CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar tools
- Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep
- Automate deployment processes and operational tasks to improve efficiency and reduce errors
- Implement automated testing and validation processes for infrastructure changes
- Kubernetes and Container Management
- Deploy and manage Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters in Azure Government supporting the DevOps team
- Configure container orchestration, scaling, and monitoring
- Implement container security best practices and vulnerability scanning
- Manage containerized application deployments and updates
- Microsoft 365 GCC High Integration
- Integrate Azure services with Office 365 GCC High environment
- Manage hybrid identity solutions connecting Azure AD with O365 GCC High
- Develop automation workflows using Power Automate to streamline business processes
- Ensure seamless interoperability between Azure and M365 services
- Azure AI and Advanced Services
- Implement and manage Azure AI services including Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, and Machine Learning
- Design AI solutions that meet government security and compliance requirements
- Support data science and engineering teams with AI/ML infrastructure needs
- Network Security and Firewall Management
- Configure and manage Palo Alto Networks firewalls in Azure environments
- Implement network segmentation, VNets, NSGs, and Azure Firewall solutions
- Maintain VPN connections and ExpressRoute circuits for hybrid connectivity
- Monitor network traffic and respond to security incidents
- Monitoring and Operations
- Implement comprehensive monitoring using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights
- Perform capacity planning and performance tuning
- Respond to incidents and conduct root cause analysis
- Document architecture, configurations, and operational procedures
- Participate in on-call rotation for critical infrastructure support
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
- 5 years of experience administering Azure cloud environments
- Azure Government cloud experience with understanding of compliance requirements
- CI/CD pipeline experience with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or Jenkins
- Kubernetes experience, preferably with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
- Office 365 GCC High administration experience
- Power Automate proficiency for workflow automation
- Palo Alto Networks firewall configuration and management experience
- Azure AI services experience including implementation of AI/ML solutions
- Strong scripting skills (PowerShell, Python, or Bash)
- Deep understanding of networking concepts, security principles, and cloud architecture
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep)
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) or higher
- Additional Azure certifications highly valued (AZ-305, AZ-500, AZ-400)
- U.S. Citizen and eligible for DoD Secret or TS/SCI clearance
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
- Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate (AI-102)
- Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA) or Certified Kubernetes Application Developer (CKAD)
- Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator (PCNSA) or higher
- Experience in aerospace, defense, or other highly regulated industries
- Familiarity with DoD Cloud Computing Security Requirements Guide (SRG)
- Experience with GitOps practices and tools (ArgoCD, Flux)
- Current active DoD TS/SCI clearance
- Colorado Base Salary: $125,000-$170,000
- California Base Salary: $130,000-$175,000
- Equity Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
Additional Requirements
- Work Locationwhile we observe a hybrid work environment, you will need to be onsite as the business needs require. On an average week, you can expect to spend at least 3 days per week in office at either our Centennial, CO or our Long Beach, CA facilities.
- Work environmentthe work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
- Physical demandsthe physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.
To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
True Anomaly is committed to equal employment opportunity on any basis protected by applicable state and federal laws. If you have a disability or additional need that requires accommodation, please do not hesitate to let us.
Salary : $125,000 - $175,000