JOB DESCRIPTION

Role Overview

As a Cloud Systems Engineer, you’ll be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud-based solutions within the firm’s ecosystem. Your expertise will span across various services, including Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Entra ID, Azure Purview & Compliance, the entire suite of Microsoft Defender products, among others.

Responsibilities

1. Azure Infrastructure and Services

• Deploy, configure, and manage Azure resources, including virtual machines, storage, networking, backup/recovery services, Azure Monitor & Security Center, and Entra ID (formerly Azure AD)

• Optimize Azure workloads for performance, scalability, and cost efficiency

2. Microsoft Intune

• Manage device enrollment, compliance policies, and conditional access using Microsoft Intune & Microsoft Entra ID

• Oversee application and OS patch management for endpoints

• Create and maintain security policies within the MDM system

3. Azure Purview/Compliance Integration

• Leverage Azure Purview for data classification and governance

• Understand use case scenarios for integrating Purview with other services

• Prioritize recommendations and alerts in Microsoft Defender for Cloud, based on Purview data

4. Microsoft Defender Suite

• Work with Microsoft Defender for Cloud (formerly Azure Security Center) to secure cloud resources

• Familiarity with Microsoft Defender for Identity (formerly Azure Advanced Threat Protection)

• Knowledge of Microsoft Defender for Endpoint (formerly Microsoft Defender ATP) for endpoint protection

• Understand how Microsoft Defender for Office 365 (formerly Office 365 Advanced Threat Protection) enhances email security

5. Security Best Practices

• Implement security measures, including identity and access management (Entra ID), network security groups, and encryption

• Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., GLBA, FTC Safeguards Rule)

6. Documentation and Collaboration

• Maintain detailed documentation of Azure environments, configurations, and processes

• Collaborate with other teams or team members to design secure solutions

7. Other•

Proficient in PowerShell to automate tasks in Azure/Intune/etc.

• Oversee traditional physical firewalls, network switches, VLANs, administration of various accounting software and other cloud-based software (SaaS)

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

• 2 years’ experience working within the Microsoft cloud ecosystem

• Strong scripting skills (PowerShell)

• Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive pay, commensurate with experience

• 100% employer-paid health insurance

• Discounted optional dental and vision insurance

• Competitive personal and sick leave

• 401k Plan with employer profit sharing and life insurance

• Opportunity for hybrid work schedule after initial trial period

• On-going opportunities for professional and personal advancement

• Strong emphasis on work-life balance