Azure DevOps Operations Specialist

This is a remote position.

Company Overview

AI Technology Partners (AITP) is a leader in delivering cutting-edge generative AI solutions and managed services, specializing in secure, customizable AI deployments for enterprises. Our offerings, such as EnterpriseGPT™ and AITP Advance™ Enablement, are designed to help organizations unlock the full value of AI while maintaining robust security and compliance across their infrastructures. To support our growing portfolio, we are seeking an experienced Azure DevOps/Operations Specialist to join our team on a part-time contract basis.

Job Overview

We are looking for a Part-Time/Contract Azure DevOps / Operations Specialist who is passionate about optimizing, securing, and managing Azure cloud environments. You will work closely with both internal teams and enterprise clients, ensuring that all Azure-based operations run smoothly, efficiently, and securely. Your role will be critical in enabling AITP to deliver world-class AI solutions while adhering to the highest security and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the management and optimization of Azure cloud environments for internal operations and enterprise clients, with a focus on scalability, security, and performance.
  
• Implement and maintain Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines to streamline the development and deployment of applications.
  
• Configure and manage Azure services such as Azure Entra, App Services, Cosmos DB, Azure Virtual Machines, and SharePoint Online to support business-critical functions.
  
• Set up and manage monitoring and alerting tools to ensure high availability, performance, and cost-efficiency of Azure-based applications.
  
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to apply DevOps best practices, enhancing automation, infrastructure as code (IaC), and operational workflows.
  
• Ensure all Azure environments meet strict security and compliance requirements, leveraging industry standards like ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA, FedRAMP, and NIST.
  
• Provide support for internal projects and client deployments, with an emphasis on troubleshooting, optimizing performance, and addressing security vulnerabilities.
  
• Assist with managing AI-focused services such as Azure AI Studio, AI Search, and Copilot Studio when required.
  

Requirements

• Demonstrated experience in managing and securing Azure cloud infrastructures, particularly for large-scale enterprise environments.
  
• Hands-on experience with a range of Azure services, including Azure Entra, Azure Virtual Machines, App Services, Cosmos DB, and SharePoint Online.
  
• Proven ability to implement and manage CI/CD pipelines using tools like Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar platforms.
  
• Strong experience with monitoring, alerting, and logging tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights) to maintain system reliability and performance.
  
• Working knowledge of security and privacy standards, including ISO/IEC 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA, FedRAMP, and NIST frameworks.
  
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional, distributed teams.
  
• Experience with AI services in Azure, such as Azure AI Studio and Power Automate, would be a plus.
  

Location

Remote, US-based candidates preferred. The role may involve working across multiple time zones.

Compensation

Competitive hourly rate, commensurate with experience.

Benefits

What We Offer

●      A place to Grow Your Career with opportunities to work on the most interesting, challenging, and innovative client projects.

●      A place where Everyone Belongs, and you are encouraged to bring your whole self to work.

●      A place of Learning & Sharing where we are passionate about growing our knowledge and sharing our expertise with others.

●      A place of Flexibility to live where you feel the most at home and inspired.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resumes and a brief cover letter outlining relevant experience and why they are a good fit for this role.

AI Technology Partners is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity in all its employment practices and thus reaffirms that there shall be no unlawful discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, handicapped or disabled status, or veteran status.