Services Engineer III, Azure / AVD
Arizona - Onsite 1-2 days week
Full-Time
$120-$150
MUST BE HANDS ON
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Are you an experienced IT professional who thrives in a client-first environment and can't stop talking about all things cloud? our Engineers make things happen for our clients and their IT goals-supporting technology initiatives at every stage. We work across many industries within the SMB sector and beyond and consider ourselves a high-octane team of A-players. If you're a proven, experienced IT pro who doesn't miss the details, then let's talk. offers a competitive compensation plan and culture that lets you set and own your goals.
As a Services Engineer III-Azure / AVD, you will :
- Manage the setup, implementation, and configuration of Azure Professional Services projects from the ground up
- Lead implementation of core Azure services such as AVD, Azure SQL, Azure Storage, Azure AD, and Azure IaaS
- Effectively work with multiple external clients on various projects, systems, and demands
- In Azure, set up single sign-on, create / manage group policies (object management), and clean up
- Provide guidance and direction to Service Engineer II and Service Engineer IIIs
- Able to confidently influence the client and professionally recommend alternative solutions.
- Enable clients to get the most out of their technology; help them work smarter, not harder
As a Services Engineer III - Azure / AVD, you will :
Manage the setup, implementation, and configuration of Azure Professional Services projects from the ground upLead implementation of core Azure services such as : AVD, Azure SQL, Azure Storage, Azure AD, and Azure IaaSEffectively work with multiple external clients on various projects, systems, and demandsIn Azure, set up single sign-on, create / manage group policies (object management), and clean upProvide guidance and direction to Service Engineer II and Service Engineer IIIsConfidently influence the client and recommend alternative solutions in a professional mannerRequired knowledge, skills, and abilities :
3-5+ years of experience managing Azure end-to-end1+ year of MSP, or similar client-facing industry, experience is highly preferredStrong attention to detail, outstanding resourcefulness, flexibility, and the ability to work independently as well as within a team settingAbility to determine priorities effectively by managing multiple projects, clients, and escalationsAffinity for developing strong business relationships across multiple levels of an organizationRely on strong problem-solving skills to understand and resolve both simple and complex technical issuesFollow company process and standards to ensure efficient workflow and quality resultsTechnical qualifications required :
Strong understanding of Azure concepts, including VNets and other network resources, security groups, Availability Zones / Sets / Groups, Azure Site Recovery, ExpressRoute, Virtual Machines, App Service, Azure SQL, Azure Monitor, Azure Resource Manager, PowerShell, etc.Perform hands-on tasks in the Azure Portal and on Windows / Linux VMs, as well as creating / modifying / executing Infrastructure as Code templates and scriptsResponsible for contributing to planning, architecture, execution, and validation of migrations to the cloudUnderstanding of Microsoft Identity and Access Management products such as Azure AD, ADFS, Azure AD Connect, Conditional Access, SSO, Azure AD Proxy, SAMLHands-on experience architecting and deploying Microsoft Azure environments, including hybrid scenarios, optimizing cost, proper monitoring, scaling, implementing, and validating database, server, virtual desktop & DR scenarios, and Azure securityKnows key Azure services inside and out : AVD, Azure SQL, Azure Storage, Azure AD, and Azure IaaSAVD :
VDI platform migration
Citrix, Horizon, RDS, etc.
VDI profile solutions (FSLogix)Administration and problem solvingAVD AutomationScaling
Image building (Azure Image Builder, Packer, etc.)Powershell scripting, Python, etcAzure SQL solutions (looking for some or all)Managed Instance, SQL DB, SQL on VM
noSQL (postgres, cosmosDB, etc. )Azure StorageProvisioning and managing Blob, Azure Files, AD integration)
Identity ManagementAzure AD, AADDS, ADFS, etc.
Provisioning, managing, and troubleshooting various identity servicesAzure IaaSDesign, provisioning, and management of compute, database, network, and storage
Preferred qualifications, nice to have :
PowerShell scripting experienceExperience with IAC technology such as Terraform, Bicep, ARM, etc.Relevant Microsoft certifications including AZ-104, AZ-303, AZ-304, AZ-500Consulting either independently or with a firmWhy work
our team members are our smartest investment-in addition to our award-winning company culture and associate engagement and recognition initiatives-our benefits package is an important way of showing them that. We work across many industries within the SMB sector and beyond and consider ourselves a high-octane team of A-players. offers a competitive compensation plan and a culture that's landed us on the Phoenix Business Journal's Best Places to Work nine times.
benefits-to name a few!
Company-paid basic life insurance, long-term disability, and parental leaveQuarterly company contribution towards Health Savings Account (HSA)Flexible hybrid work scheduleFrequent performance recognition awardsPaid HolidaysEmployee Referral BonusMilitary Differential Pay for Active Military AssociatesCompensation : 120-150K
We look forward to reviewing your application. We encourage everyone to apply - even if every box isn't checked for what you are looking for or what is required.
PDSINC, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
