Sr. Azure System Administrator

Company Description
Apartment Income REIT Corp., known as AIR Communities, is a publicly traded Real Estate Investment Trust headquartered in Denver, CO. We are one of the country's largest owners and operators of multifamily housing, managing high-quality properties in most major markets, including Boston, Denver, Philadelphia, Los Angeles, and Miami! At AIR, we value integrity, respect, collaboration, customer focus, and performance. These values are brought to life by our teammates, who are ultimately responsible for our success. When you join our team, you'll work alongside the most dedicated professionals in the industry and open the door to unlimited career opportunities.
Job Description
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Azure System Administrator to join our team. You will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining Azure cloud infrastructure and services for our enterprise. You will also provide technical support and guidance to other team members and key stakeholders.
Responsibilities:

• Plan, deploy, and manage Azure cloud infrastructure and services, such as virtual machines, storage accounts, networking, security, backup, and disaster recovery.
• Monitor and optimize the performance, availability, and security of Azure cloud resources and applications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Azure cloud infrastructure and services, using tools such as Azure Portal, PowerShell, CLI, and Azure Monitor.
• Implement and enforce best practices and policies for Azure cloud governance, compliance, and cost management/optimization.
• Collaborate with other team members and customers to understand their requirements and provide solutions using Azure cloud technologies.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and developments in Azure cloud and related technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in system administration, preferably in Azure cloud environment.
• Strong knowledge and skills in Azure cloud infrastructure and services, such as virtual machines, storage accounts, networking, security, backup, and disaster recovery.
• Proficient in scripting and automation tools, such as PowerShell, CLI, ARM templates, and Azure DevOps.
• Familiar with Windows and Linux operating systems, Active Directory, DNS, and other common IT systems and protocols.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills.
• Azure Administrator Associate certification or higher is preferred.
• Familiar with Microsoft Azure and other cloud services, such as Azure SQL DB, Azure Data Factory, Jenkins, Terraform and Azure Logic Apps.

Additional Information

• AIR offers attractive total compensation packages designed to recognize and reward performance at the individual, team and company levels. We start with a competitive base salary and add bonus opportunities and benefit choices topped off with:
• Expected pay rate of $100,000 - $130,000 plus an annual bonus. You will be provided a pay rate that is in line with your skills and experience as they relate to the requirements of the job.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options available. HSA with company sponsored contributions, FSA (traditional and dependent care FSA).
• Short and long-term disability paid by the company.
• 401(K) and Employee Stock Purchase Plans.
• Paid Vacation, 9 Paid Holidays, Wellness Bonus Days, and Paid Sick Time.
• Tuition Assistance Program.
• Commuter Benefits and Pet-Insurance.
• Up to 100% Reimbursement on Professional Certification/Licensing for Job Related Curriculums.
• Discounted Rent at AIR communities (certain exclusions apply, and an application is required).
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks, following the birth or adoption of a child.
• Consumer discounts from various products and services including travel planning, wireless phones, health and fitness, home appliances, and more.
• 10 hours of paid time annually to give-back to your community.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth including realistic job previews, in person and virtual leadership training, and performance improvement courses.

AIR values diversity and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. AIR prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.