Azure Platform Administrator

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is seeking a skilled Azure Platform Administrator to support and enhance cloud-based mission systems across Azure environments. The ideal candidate will have experience operating core Azure services, maintaining secure and reliable cloud infrastructure, and enjoys collaborating with IT, cybersecurity, and development teams to solve complex technical challenges. This role offers opportunities to expand your expertise across Azure services, virtualization, cloud security, and platform operations while supporting mission-critical programs.

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers.

Detailed Description / Responsibilities

• Administer and support mission workloads in Azure, including virtual machines, storage, networking, identity services (Azure AD/Entra ID), and resource policies
• Manage and support Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) deployments, including host pools, session hosts, and application delivery
• Assist with implementation of Azure security controls including identity governance, conditional access, RBAC, policy enforcement, and general cloud hygiene
• Develop and maintain documentation, standard operating procedures, and best practices for consistent platform use
• Continuously learn and adopt new Azure cloud technologies, frameworks, and best practices
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications / Technical Experience Requirements

• Must be a US citizen
• Active Secret security clearance and ability/willingness to obtain TS/SCI security clearance
• Bachelor's degree
• 5+ years of cloud administration experience, preferably in Azure
• Familiarity with container platforms, Azure Kubernetes
• Current Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) certification, or the ability to obtain one within six months of hire
• Security+ or other DoD 8140 IAM Level II certification required
• Strong organizational, communication, and multi‑tasking skills
• Ability to thrive as part of a small, fast‑moving team
• Strong critical thinking, troubleshooting, and innovation skills

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, and requires affirmative action by covered prime contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a). This regulation prohibits discrimination against qualified protected veterans, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors and subcontractors to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans.