We are looking for an experienced Azure Cloud and Network Administrator to join our team in Farmington Hills, Michigan. As a key contributor, you will oversee the design, implementation, and management of cloud and network infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and security across our systems. This is a Contract to permanent position within the healthcare industry, offering an opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology solutions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Configure, maintain, and optimize Azure networking infrastructure, including virtual networks, functions, and resource performance.<br>• Collaborate with development teams to support DevOps initiatives and CI/CD pipelines.<br>• Administer Azure Virtual Desktop environments, including host pools, workspace configurations, and golden image management.<br>• Harden Azure images to enhance security and mitigate vulnerabilities.<br>• Implement and manage Azure Active Directory, including user and group administration, and conditional access policies.<br>• Deploy and maintain Windows Server virtual machines and ensure their security and reliability within the Azure environment.<br>• Utilize Microsoft Intune to automate vulnerability patching and enforce compliance policies across devices.<br>• Design and execute backup and disaster recovery strategies for cloud-based resources.<br>• Monitor and optimize cloud spending by identifying unused assets and implementing cost-effective solutions.<br>• Provide technical expertise and documentation for all managed systems, ensuring comprehensive support and compliance with company policies.