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DataStaff, Inc.

Azure Engineer

Remote

Mississippi, United states

Senior

Freelance

22-01-2026

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Skills

Communication DevOps Monitoring Azure DevOps Attention to detail Architecture git Azure Active Directory Terraform Infrastructure as Code Microsoft Azure

Job Specifications

DataStaff, Inc is seeking an Azure Engineer for a long-term contract opportunity with one of our direct clients located in Jackson, MS

* This position is remote

Responsibilities:

Implementation of a landing zone architecture through TerraForm to manage and administer the Microsoft Azure cloud environment, including provisioning, configuration, performance monitoring, policy governance and security
Analyze existing operational standards, processes, and/or governance to identify and implement improvements
Develop infrastructure as code (IaC), leveraging TerraForm to ensure automated and consistent platform deployments
Deploying IaC utilizing Azure DevOps pipelines
Manage security and access controls of cloud-based solutions
Automate processes and infrastructure lifecycle management.

Required Skills:

Azure Engineer with at least 7 years’ experience
Microsoft Azure experience involving design, deployment, configuration, and optimization
Experience deploying IaC with Azure DevOps
Experience in IaC development with Terraform
Proficient with GIT to perform source code management
Enthusiastic learner with the ability to teach and mentor teammates and cross-functional partners
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a keen attention to detail

Desired Skills:

Strong foundational knowledge of the Cloud Adoption Framework for Azure
Demonstrate an understanding of security concepts, including governance and access control.
Basic understanding of Azure Active Directory and integration with on-premises systems
Network CIDR block and IP address planning as well as vnet gateway for transit routing
Monitoring and logging azure platform using cloud native services

This opportunity is available on a corp-to-corp basis or as a W2 position with a competitive benefits package. DataStaff, Inc. offers medical, dental, and vision coverage options as well as paid vacation, sick, and holiday leave. As many of our opportunities are long-term, we also have a 401k program available for employees after 6 months.

About the Company

DataStaff, Inc. (DSI), founded in 1998, is a small North Carolina women-owned business. DSI is a full-service staffing company that places high-level, reliable contract, contract to hire and permanent positions. To help clients meet evolving goals and challenges, especially in regards to human service technology, we provide technology integration solutions such as MMIS and HIE. We have a long history of providing strong IT talent and solutions to our clients, but we pride ourselves most on our dedication in providing detai... Know more