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Secret OR Higher
Washington, DC
Rate: $85/Hr. W2
Job Qualifications:
Skills: Database Systems, DevOps, Windows Azure Cloud
Experience: 9+ years of related experience
Clearance: Secret Level
Job Description:
Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as a Senior Azure Engineer and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design, implement, and manage Azure networking components including virtual networks, subnets, NSGs, Azure Firewall, VPN/ExpressRoute, load balancers, and routing
- Managing ‘Replication Traffic’ over ExpressRoute/VPN and configuration isolation VNET’s for testing
- Act as the POC for all Azure networking issues, guiding architecture decisions, and advising leadership
- Ensure secure and reliable connectivity between cloud and on-prem environments while optimizing performance and availability
- Responsible for securing infrastructure across cloud and on-prem environments while supporting system and workload migrations
- Experience with building and managing Azure infrastructure using DevOps practices and infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates, Azure DevOps, and GitHub Actions
- Support secure and reliable connectivity across Azure Commercial and Azure IL5 / IL6 environments, including hybrid integrations
- Utilize automation tools like Ansible or PowerShell scripts to streamline repetitive admin tasks (provisioning new servers, configuring roles/features, or backing up system configurations)
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related technical field.
Experience:
- 10+ years of related experience required, with at least 5+ years of preferred experience in database and data management.
Required Skills:
- Extensive knowledge of Azure Network Design and Implementation
- Experience design and development of network solutions in an Azure Il5 and Il6 environment
- Strong Azure networking skills: VNets, NSGs, routing, Azure Firewall, load balancing, ExpressRoute/VPN
- Proficiency with IaC and DevOps tooling (Terraform, Bicep, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions)
- Understanding of CI/CD concepts and secure pipeline development in controlled cloud environments
- Advanced knowledge using Ansible or PowerShell scripts
- Experience using Azure Active Directory and Azure Monitor
Desired Qualifications:
Experience with two or more of the areas outlined below is preferred but not required:
- Familiarity with Cloud based Database systems
- Experience using MS Visio for updating diagrams
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
- Experience working in Federal or State government environments
- Ability to work independently and remotely
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess active Secret or higher clearance and maintain as a condition of employment
LOCATION:
Hybrid in Washington, D.C.; on-site work at least three days a week at customer location will be required
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
- Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
- Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
- Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
- Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
Senior Azure Engineer
Secret OR Higher
Washington, DC
Rate: $85/Hr. W2
Job Qualifications:
Skills: Database Systems, DevOps, Windows Azure Cloud
Experience: 9+ years of related experience
Clearance: Secret Level
Job Description:
Advance how our customers operate while you advance your career. Join GDIT as a Senior Azure Engineer and build an impactful career in enterprise IT, collaborating with people who are driven and resourceful like you.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design, implement, and manage Azure networking components including virtual networks, subnets, NSGs, Azure Firewall, VPN/ExpressRoute, load balancers, and routing
- Managing ‘Replication Traffic’ over ExpressRoute/VPN and configuration isolation VNET’s for testing
- Act as the POC for all Azure networking issues, guiding architecture decisions, and advising leadership
- Ensure secure and reliable connectivity between cloud and on-prem environments while optimizing performance and availability
- Responsible for securing infrastructure across cloud and on-prem environments while supporting system and workload migrations
- Experience with building and managing Azure infrastructure using DevOps practices and infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates, Azure DevOps, and GitHub Actions
- Support secure and reliable connectivity across Azure Commercial and Azure IL5 / IL6 environments, including hybrid integrations
- Utilize automation tools like Ansible or PowerShell scripts to streamline repetitive admin tasks (provisioning new servers, configuring roles/features, or backing up system configurations)
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related technical field.
Experience:
- 10+ years of related experience required, with at least 5+ years of preferred experience in database and data management.
Required Skills:
- Extensive knowledge of Azure Network Design and Implementation
- Experience design and development of network solutions in an Azure Il5 and Il6 environment
- Strong Azure networking skills: VNets, NSGs, routing, Azure Firewall, load balancing, ExpressRoute/VPN
- Proficiency with IaC and DevOps tooling (Terraform, Bicep, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions)
- Understanding of CI/CD concepts and secure pipeline development in controlled cloud environments
- Advanced knowledge using Ansible or PowerShell scripts
- Experience using Azure Active Directory and Azure Monitor
Desired Qualifications:
Experience with two or more of the areas outlined below is preferred but not required:
- Familiarity with Cloud based Database systems
- Experience using MS Visio for updating diagrams
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments
- Experience working in Federal or State government environments
- Ability to work independently and remotely
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess active Secret or higher clearance and maintain as a condition of employment
LOCATION:
Hybrid in Washington, D.C.; on-site work at least three days a week at customer location will be required
GDIT IS YOUR PLACE
At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.
- Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
- Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
- Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
- Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Azure Engineer
Verify your degree maps to Azure roles
USCIS evaluates whether your degree field directly relates to cloud engineering work. A computer science or information systems degree is clean. An unrelated degree paired with Azure certifications alone won't satisfy the specialty occupation requirement without a credential evaluation.
Search DOL LCA filings before applying
Use Migrate Mate to filter employers by verified H-1B Labor Condition Application history for Azure and cloud engineering roles, so you're targeting companies that have already cleared DOL's prevailing-wage certification process for positions matching yours.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating offers
Run the OFLC Wage Search for your target metro area and experience level before you enter salary discussions. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the prevailing wage, so knowing Level II versus Level III thresholds gives you a realistic anchor.
Prioritize cap-exempt employers for faster timelines
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and certain government-affiliated entities are exempt from the annual H-1B cap. Azure engineers placed at these organizations through staffing arrangements may also qualify, letting you start immediately rather than waiting for an October 1 start date.
Align your job duties with O*NET codes at offer stage
Before your employer files the I-129, confirm your offered role maps to the relevant O*NET occupation code for cloud or network systems roles. Mismatches between your actual duties and the stated SOC code are a common source of Requests for Evidence from USCIS.
Request premium processing if your timeline is tight
If you're changing employers during OPT and your 60-day grace period is running, ask your new employer to file with USCIS premium processing. Standard adjudication runs several months and won't protect you if your authorized stay expires before approval.
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Find Azure Engineer JobsAzure Engineer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Azure Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Azure Engineer positions typically qualify because they require at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or a directly related field. USCIS looks at whether the role's duties are complex enough to require that specific degree, not just any bachelor's degree. Roles involving cloud infrastructure design, security architecture, or DevOps automation on Azure consistently meet this standard.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring H-1B visas for Azure Engineer jobs?
Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces employers with verified H-1B Labor Condition Application filing history for cloud and Azure engineering roles. LCA data from DOL is the most reliable signal that an employer has already navigated the prevailing-wage certification process and is set up to sponsor new hires.
What happens to my H-1B status if my Azure Engineer role shifts significantly after I'm approved?
If your core duties change materially, such as moving from cloud infrastructure management to a software development role, your employer may need to file an amended H-1B petition with USCIS before those duties begin. Minor expansions within the same occupation typically don't require an amendment, but a title or SOC code change usually does.
Can Azure certifications substitute for a degree when applying for H-1B sponsorship?
Not on their own. USCIS requires a U.S. bachelor's degree or its foreign equivalent in a field directly related to the job. Azure certifications strengthen your candidacy and support the specialty occupation argument, but they don't replace the degree requirement. If your degree is in an unrelated field, a credential evaluation that maps your coursework to computer science may help.
Which Azure Engineer job titles are most commonly sponsored under the H-1B?
DOL LCA disclosure data shows consistent filings for titles including Azure Cloud Engineer, Azure Solutions Architect, Azure DevOps Engineer, and Azure Infrastructure Engineer. Roles emphasizing cloud security or hybrid-cloud integration also appear frequently. The underlying SOC codes most often used are network and computer systems administrators and software developers, depending on the actual duties.
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