Cloud Administrator

Redapt Inc. is a pioneering world-class data center infrastructure integrator, technology engineering firm, and cloud services provider. Our teams focus on delivering innovative solutions and services that power our customers' most demanding applications and enable them to extract powerful insights from data that drive true business value. 

Location: Woodinville, WA (onsite 5 days a week) 

About the role

Responsibilities

• Azure tenancy and governance
  • Manage Azure subscriptions, resource groups, tagging, RBAC, budgets, and policies to control cost and enforce governance].
  • Administer Microsoft Entra ID (users, groups, licensing, access assignments) and align Conditional Access with security requirements.
• Azure infrastructure operations
  • Provision, configure, and maintain Azure compute, storage, and networking (VMs, scale sets, storage accounts, VNets, NSGs, VPN/ExpressRoute) with a focus on availability and performance.
  • Implement backup, disaster recovery, and monitoring for Azure resources; troubleshoot and optimize for performance and cost.
  • Automate repeatable tasks using PowerShell and Azure CLI; leverage ARM/Bicep where appropriate.
• Endpoint management and MDM
  • Manage Windows 11 and macOS devices through Microsoft Intune (or equivalent MDM), including enrollment, configuration profiles, application deployment, updates, and compliance policies.
  • Integrate Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Security Settings Management for unified security posture across enrolled and unenrolled devices where applicable.
• Endpoint security and compliance
  • Enforce device security baselines (encryption such as BitLocker/FileVault, firewall, Gatekeeper, AV/EDR, patching), and ensure devices meet compliance for Conditional Access.
  • Partner with security teams to implement and maintain endpoint hardening, alerting, and remediation workflows.
• Onsite desktop support
  • Provide hands-on support for Windows 11 and macOS, including provisioning, identity/access, network connectivity, and core productivity apps; resolve incidents with minimal disruption.
• Collaboration and continuous improvement
  • Work cross-functionally on cloud and endpoint initiatives; document standards and runbooks.
  • Proactively monitor, analyze, and optimize cloud costs and endpoint performance; recommend improvements and modernizations.

Required qualifications

• 3+ years administering Azure or similar cloud platforms with hands-on experience in Azure compute, storage, networking, identity, and governance.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Intune (or comparable MDM) managing Windows 11 and macOS endpoints, including compliance/Conditional Access, software updates, and app deployment.
• Proficiency with PowerShell and Azure CLI for automation and administration tasks.
• Solid understanding of endpoint security controls: encryption, EDR/AV, firewall, patching, vulnerability remediation, and security baselines.
• Strong troubleshooting skills across layers (identity, network, OS, application) with experience supporting end users onsite in a fast-paced environment.

Nice-to-have

• Experience with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Security Settings Management, and integration with Intune or Microsoft 365 Defender.
• Familiarity with hybrid connectivity (VPN/ExpressRoute), private endpoints, and network segmentation in Azure.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (ARM/Bicep) and governance at scale (Azure Policy/Blueprints).
• Knowledge of macOS management specifics (FileVault, Gatekeeper, supervised enrollment) and Apple ecosystem MDM best practices.
• Exposure to cost optimization practices and Azure Monitor/Log Analytics for observability and alerting.
• Relevant certification: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) or in progress.

Core competencies

• Customer-centric incident resolution and clear communication across technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to context switch and prioritize across cloud operations, endpoint management, and onsite support in a dynamic environment.
• Documentation discipline for architectures, standards, and operating procedures.

Key tools and technologies

• Azure Portal, PowerShell, Azure CLI, ARM/Bicep, Microsoft Entra ID.
• Microsoft Intune (Endpoint Manager), Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Compliance and Conditional Access.
• Windows 11, macOS administration and hardening controls.
• Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and cost management features.

Success metrics

• Stable, secure Azure environment with optimized cost and compliance posture.
• High endpoint compliance and reduced time-to-remediate security and device issues.
• Strong end-user satisfaction with timely, low-disruption support and clear communication.

The base salary range for this full-time position in the US is $110k - $120k annually + bonuses + benefits. Redapt salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The salary range displayed in each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Please note, the base pay offered may vary within the range depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to work location, job related knowledge/skills, relevant education/training, and level of experience. Please note that the compensation details listed in the US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonuses or benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Redapt is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion,

national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.