Azure Cloud Engineer

Initial Azure Setup

Subscription and Resource Management
1.    Set up Azure subscriptions and resource groups.
2.    Define naming conventions and organize resources systematically.

Networking:
1.    Design and configure virtual networks (VNets) for Azure resource connectivity.
2.    Set up VPN gateways or ExpressRoute for hybrid networking with on-premises systems.
3.    Configure DNS, subnetting, firewall rules, and Network Security Groups (NSGs) for secure communication.

Operating System Administration:
1.    Deploy and manage virtual machines (VMs) running Windows and Linux.
2.    Implement OS patch management and monitoring for Azure-hosted VMs.
3.    Optimize VM performance and ensure proper resource utilization.

High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR)

High Availability:
1.    Configure Azure Availability Zones and sets to ensure service resiliency.
2.    Implement load balancers for traffic distribution and fault tolerance.
3.    Deploy redundant systems to minimize downtime and maintain service continuity.

Disaster Recovery:
1.    Design and implement Azure Site Recovery (ASR) for automated failover and recovery of critical workloads.
2.    Configure backup solutions using Azure Backup to secure data and applications.
3.    Test DR plans periodically to validate recovery strategies and minimize risks.

Identity and Access Management

Active Directory Administration:
1.    Manage and maintain on-premises Active Directory environments.
2.    Implement Azure AD Connect to synchronize on-premises AD with Azure AD.
3.    Configure hybrid identity solutions for seamless single sign-on (SSO) and authentication.

OAuth and Single Sign-On:
1.    Implement OAuth-based authentication for applications.
2.    Configure SSO with Azure Active Directory to simplify user access across platforms.
3.    Set up identity federation with third-party identity providers.

Azure AD B2B and B2C Configuration:
1.    Set up Azure AD B2B for external partner collaboration.
2.    Configure Azure AD B2C for customer identity and access management.
3.    Customize user flows, policies, and multi-factor authentication for B2B and B2C scenarios.

Containerization and Orchestration

Docker:
1.    Create, manage, and optimize Docker containers for application deployment.
2.    Utilize Docker Compose for orchestrating multi-container applications.

Kubernetes:
1.    Deploy and manage Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters for container workloads.
2.    Configure resource scaling, fault tolerance, and monitoring within Kubernetes environments.
3.    Implement Helm charts and manage applications on Kubernetes clusters.

Security and Compliance

Security and Access Control:
1.    Set up Azure Active Directory (AAD) for secure authentication and access control.
2.    Configure role-based access control (RBAC) and security groups.
3.    Ensure compliance with security standards using tools like Azure Security Center and Microsoft Defender.

Automation and Monitoring

Automation:
1.    Use Azure Automation for routine tasks and workflow management.
2.    Write scripts using PowerShell or Azure CLI for deployment and configuration.

Monitoring and Alerts:
1.    Set up Azure Monitor for resource performance and health tracking.
2.    Configure alerts for anomalies or performance issues.

Data Management

Storage Configuration:
1.    Deploy and manage Azure Blob storage, file shares, and managed disks.
2.    Implement redundancy and backup strategies.

Database Management:
1.    Set up and manage Azure SQL databases and other database services.
2.    Migrate data securely from on-premises to Azure.

Scaling and Optimization

Documentation:
Maintain detailed records of configurations, policies, and deployments.

Team Training:
Train team members on Azure basics, tools, and processes.