Azure Operations Specialist

Summary

Join Quisitive, a global Microsoft services and solutions partner, as an Associate Consultant to Consultant-level Azure Operations Specialist! This role, based anywhere in the US (with preference for specific metro areas), focuses on optimizing cloud infrastructure for clients. You will monitor and troubleshoot Azure environments, manage infrastructure, automate operations, collaborate with teams, and optimize performance. The ideal candidate possesses Azure expertise, scripting skills, and strong communication abilities. Quisitive offers a high-performing culture and opportunities for professional growth.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in IT operations with at least 1 year focused on Azure cloud services
• Experience in Azure IaaS, PaaS and SaaS solutions
• Hands-on experience with Azure Monitor, Security Center and Automation
• Familiarity with scripting with PowerShell, Python or Terraform
• Familiarity with networking concepts (VNets, NSGs, VPNs, ExpressRoute) and identity management (Azure AD, RBAC, MFA)
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology or related field
• A credible and professional appearance
• Customer-focused mindset with the ability to develop productive customer/team relationships and work across functional boundaries
• Ability to analyze and effectively discern business needs and translate data into actionable insights and recommendations
• Ability to take ownership of assignments and work independently and in a team to accomplish goals
• Ability to successfully handle multiple work streams and embrace change in dynamic environment
• Ability to maintain composure and professionalism while managing deadlines and shifting priorities
• A promoter of trust and teamwork
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal/written communication skills
• Strong problem solving, decision making, time management and organizational skills
• Innovative thinker with a passion and aptitude to always be learning and adapt to new business and/or functional concepts

Responsibilities

• Implement and manage Azure Monitor, Log Analytics and Application Insights for proactive monitoring and troubleshooting
• Maintain and optimize Azure cloud environments, including Virtual Machines (VMs), Storage Accounts, Networking and Security configurations
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell, Azure CLI, ARM templates or Terraform to streamline cloud operations
• Work closely with DevOps, security and application teams to improve cloud performance and governance
• Participate in incident resolution, root cause analysis (RCA) and change management processes using ITSM tool
• Continuously review and enhance Azure workloads to improve efficiency, scalability and reliability
• Create, edit and audit Managed Services documentation and customer runbooks; assist in development of tools, workflows, and practices for Managed Services team
• Contribute to Managed Services operational growth projects and initiatives

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous consulting experience in a customer-facing role
• Previous experience with a Microsoft systems integrator
• Experience with DevOps tools (CI/CD, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions)
• Azure certifications such as AZ-104 (Azure Administrator), AZ-400 (DevOps), or AZ-305 (Solution Architect)
• Ability to work flexible hours due to client requirements for patching and troubleshooting, and possibility of being part of an on-call schedule as needed