Azure Cloud Engineer

Job Title: Azure Cloud Engineer Work Type: Remote Location: Mechanicsville, VA 23116 Salary: $49/hr-$69/hr Start Date: October 19, 2026 End Date: June 30, 2027 Industry Category: Government / Information Technology Employment Type: Contract Requisition ID: 813259 Overview: We are seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Engineer to support the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) Tolling group. This remote contract opportunity is suited for a cloud engineering professional with expertise in Microsoft Azure administration, Windows server infrastructure, networking, automation, identity management, and cloud security. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience managing enterprise cloud environments, implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC), developing automation scripts, and supporting secure, reliable cloud operations. Application: Qualified candidates should demonstrate the required Microsoft Azure engineering experience, infrastructure administration skills, and familiarity with enterprise cloud security and compliance requirements. Applicants must confirm that they will physically reside within the United States throughout the assignment in accordance with Commonwealth of Virginia security policies. Offshore IT contractors are not permitted. Job Description: The Azure Cloud Engineer will support VDOT's Tolling technology environment by applying expertise in Microsoft Azure administration, cloud infrastructure, networking, security, and automation. This role requi