Cloud DevOps Administrator Azure

Description

The Leidos Hosting Services Cloud team, within the Chief Information Office under the Digital Modernization Sector, is seeking a Senior Cloud DevOps Administrator to lead the design, automation, and optimization of enterprise-scale Azure operations. This role requires advanced technical expertise in Azure administration, Infrastructure-as-Code, and automation pipelines, with the ability to deliver secure, reliable, and scalable solutions across multi-cloud environments. In this role you will own key projects, mentor junior staff, and serve as a technical authority for Azure best practices, while also supporting AWS resources as needed.

Location : This position allows for full-time telework from any U.S. based location.

Citizenship : U.S. Citizenship is Required.

Primary Responsibilities

Azure Cloud Administration - Manage and optimize Azure resources (compute, storage, networking, identity, monitoring, and governance). Implement Azure Policies, RBAC, and cost optimization strategies.

Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) - Design, build, and maintain Terraform modules and automation pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitLab / GitHub CI / CD) to enforce consistency and reduce manual work.

Automation & Configuration Management - Implement automation with Ansible, Cloud Custodian, and scripting (Python, PowerShell, Bash) to streamline provisioning, patching, and compliance.

System Reliability & Security - Oversee system performance tuning, vulnerability remediation, backup / recovery solutions, and logging / monitoring with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Security Center.

Cross-Platform Support - Perform advanced troubleshooting and integration tasks across Linux and Windows servers to maintain healthy, secure systems.

Solution Design & Delivery - Partner with Cloud Engineers and Architects to design solutions that align with business and security requirements. Provide recommendations on optimization, modernization, and automation strategies.

Leadership & Mentorship - Provide technical guidance to peers and junior administrators. Lead workstreams, coach team members, and promote best practices.

Documentation & Continuous Improvement - Develop and maintain technical documentation, identify operational gaps, and implement process improvements to increase delivery velocity and service quality.

Agile Delivery - Contribute to Agile ceremonies (standups, sprint planning, retrospectives) and drive technical excellence in sprint commitments.

Basic Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship is required.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field and 8-12 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 6-10 years of relevant experience. Equivalent relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.

Expert-level hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure (compute, networking, storage, governance, identity, and monitoring).

Strong knowledge of Terraform, Ansible, Cloud Custodian, or similar tools.

Proficiency with scripting languages such as Python, PowerShell, Go, or Bash.

Practical experience with CI / CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitLab CI, or GitHub Actions).

Solid understanding of system administration concepts (patching, performance monitoring, log review) for Linux and / or Windows.

Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and performance-tuning skills across cloud and hybrid environments.

Preferred Qualifications

Microsoft Certified : Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) or Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305).

Demonstrated leadership in delivering large-scale cloud migration, modernization, or automation projects.

Familiarity with AWS administration to support hybrid / multi-cloud environments.

Knowledge of ITIL practices, enterprise monitoring tools, and cloud security frameworks (NIST, CIS, Zero Trust).

Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to influence technical decisions and mentor less experienced staff.

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Original Posting : December 3, 2025

For U.S. Positions : While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range :

Pay Range $89,700.00 - $162,150.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com / careers / pay-benefits .

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.

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