Freelance Azure Cloud Engineer
Location: Belgium
Duration: 9 months
Responsibilities:
* Design, deploy, and maintain cloud environments using Azure services (VMs, Virtual Networks, Storage, AKS, App Services).
* Implement and manage cloud infrastructure using Terraform, ARM templates, or Bicep.
* Ensure Azure environments align with security best practices, compliance standards (ISO 27001, NIS2), and identity management (Azure AD, RBAC).
* Configure Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights for performance tracking, cost optimization, and proactive issue resolution.
* Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines with Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions for automated deployments and infrastructure updates.
* Manage hybrid cloud connectivity, VPNs, ExpressRoute, and Azure Firewall for secure and scalable network solutions.
* Diagnose and resolve cloud-related issues, ensuring high availability and business continuity.
Requirements:
* Strong experience with Azure services (Compute, Networking, Security, Kubernetes).
* Expertise in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM).
* Hands-on experience with DevOps tools (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins).
* Strong scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash, Python).
* Familiarity with security frameworks (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS benchmarks).
* Fluent in English; Dutch or French is a plus.