Azure Infrastructure Specialist

Job Title: Azure Infrastructure Specialist

Type: Direct Hire

Work Location: Onsite position located in Raleigh, NC

Job Overview

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Microsoft Azure and cloud infrastructure, with a proven ability to design, deploy, and maintain secure, scalable, and resilient cloud solutions.

You will be responsible for driving our cloud initiatives, optimizing infrastructure for efficiency and performance, and supporting the overall technology strategy. This role requires expertise in automation, scripting, and cloud security best practices.

Essential Job Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain secure, scalable, and resilient Azure infrastructure solutions
• Own Azure infrastructure implementation for compute, storage, networking components, and Platform as a Service
• Define and enforce Infrastructure as Code patterns using PowerShell, ARM templates, and Azure Automation
• Implement and enforce Azure security best practices and compliance standards across infrastructure services
• Lead troubleshooting for complex infrastructure issues and drive reliability improvements
• Establish monitoring and operational practices to maintain system performance and reduce service degradation
• Implement and enforce governance controls using Azure Policy and Key Vault
• Conduct policy audits and ensure compliance across Azure resources
• Standardize and analyze Azure resource usage; support cost optimization strategies
• Collaborate with developers, operations, and security personnel to support technology strategy

• 5+ years of experience with Azure infrastructure services
• Advanced proficiency in PowerShell, ARM templates, and automation practices
• Strong understanding of infrastructure concepts (Virtual Machines, App Services, Automation, Azure Policy, Key Vault)
• Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-900)

• Microsoft 365 Administration
• Datadog Monitoring and Management
• Entra ID and Purview
• Experience in the finance industry
• Experience with acquisitions with data and integration

A reasonable estimate of the Base Salary for this role is $110,000 - $125,000 per year. The disclosed pay range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. The compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case, such as skills and experience levels.

Meet APC

APC is a professional staffing and services organization focused on engaging people and positively impacting lives. As “Professionals serving Professionals”®, we take pride in providing our employees and contractors with the highest level of customer service and support.

APC is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetics, or veteran status.