Cloud Engineer

About Ascent

Ascent Global Logistics, headquartered in Belleville, Michigan, is a leading global provider of expedited, time-critical logistics solutions and other direct transportation services. The company connects customers to its extensive carrier network, internal ground fleet and airline via its proprietary, digital PEAK freight marketplace, which provides robust carrier capacity and transparent pricing, backed by 24/7/365 logistics experts. Ascent’s offerings include air charter and ground expedited solutions as well as truckload, less-than-truckload, global forwarding, brokerage, and managed transportation services. The experienced Ascent team solves customers’ most challenging logistics needs by providing industry-leading service and top-tier satisfaction.

Our Guiding Principles

At the core of Ascent's culture is a strong commitment to excellence, driven by the passion and dedication of every team member. We're equally dedicated to going above and beyond for our customers, ensuring this commitment extends beyond our team and brings exceptional value to those we serve. We aim for perfect execution in everything we do and ‘play hard’ by creating an environment where tasks are performed with a can-do attitude from start to finish. We ‘play smart’ by delivering on our commitments in an honest, fair and ethical manner. We treat every person with whom we interface with the utmost dignity and respect. We understand that our teammates are our most valuable assets, so we ‘play together’ by making every effort to provide a professional and enjoyable experience, enabling careers to flourish and personal growth to be achieved.

What You’ll Do

The Cloud Engineer will join the cloud engineering team to support the implementation, management, and optimization of Azure cloud environments with a focus on identity management, Microsoft 365 (M365), and Office 365 (O365) services. The ideal candidate will contribute to secure, efficient, and scalable cloud solutions, emphasizing identity and access management, M365/O365 administration, and network/security practices. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure operational reliability, compliance, and performance while supporting business objectives in a fast-paced environment.

• Administer and maintain Microsoft Azure cloud environments, focusing on identity management (Azure Entra ID), M365, and O365 services, including Exchange, OneDrive, and Teams.
• Configure and manage secure access controls, multi-factor authentication (MFA), and conditional access policies to protect cloud-based systems.
• Support the integration and lifecycle management of user identities, including synchronization with systems like Workday for automated provisioning and deprovisioning.
• Monitor and optimize M365/O365 licenses, user accounts, and service configurations to reduce costs and improve efficiency.
• Implement and maintain network security measures, such as Azure Firewall, Network Security Groups (NSGs), and Virtual Network (VNet) configurations, to ensure secure connectivity.
• Assist in deploying and managing Azure services, including IaaS and PaaS solutions, with an emphasis on scalability and reliability.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize configurations to meet service-level objectives.
• Implement backup and recovery processes for M365/O365 data and Azure resources to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Collaborate with security teams to enforce compliance with industry standards (e.g., ISO/IEC 27001, GDPR) and company policies.
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving network, security, and identity-related issues in Azure environments.
• Contribute to documentation, process improvements, and knowledge sharing to enhance team operations.
• Support on-call rotations for resolving critical issues related to cloud services and identity management.
• Stay updated on Azure, M365, and O365 features, recommending improvements to align with business needs.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or IT-focused field or equivalent experience
• 1+ years of experience managing Azure cloud services, with a focus on Azure Entra ID, M365, and O365 administration.
• Familiarity with Azure networking components (e.g., VNets, NSGs, Azure Firewall) and security best practices.
• 3+ years of experience in IT operations, including systems administration, networking, or identity management.
• Knowledge of network security practices, such as firewall configuration, VPNs, and secure access controls.
• Experience with identity management processes, including user provisioning, SSO, and MFA.
• Proficiency in managing M365/O365 services (Exchange, OneDrive, Teams) and optimizing their configurations.
• Familiarity with scripting and automation tools, such as PowerShell, for managing Azure and M365 environments (preferred).
• Understanding of compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, ISO/IEC 27001) and their application to cloud environments.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to cloud services, identity management, and network connectivity.
• Strong communication skills with a focus on collaboration and customer-oriented support.
• Proactive attitude, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment.

Ascent’s Competitive Benefits

• 401(k) and employer matching

• Life Insurance

• Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Short- & Long-Term Disability

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Paid Parental Leave

• Employee Wellness Program

• Paid Holidays

• Employee Recognition Programs

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Overtime, Differential & Bonus Pay