AVP, Compute and Microsoft Azure Engineer
LPL Financial · Fort Mill, SC · 1 mo ago
Hybrid$112k–$187k/yrFull-time
We need to output HTML fragment with sections: About the role? The posting includes "Job Overview:" and "Responsibilities:" and "Requirements:" and "Preferences:" and "Pay Range:" and "Company Overview:" maybe also "Benefits" (they mention LPL Total Rewards package). Also "Schedule" not present. We must only include sections when there is real specific content. Use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). We need to map content to appropriate headings.
We have:
- Job Overview: could be "About the role". Use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). We need to map content to appropriate headings.
We have:
- Job Overview: could be "About the role". Use About the role
then paragraph(s).
- Responsibilities: list bullet points.
- Requirements: list bullet points (maybe also include Core Competencies etc). Could combine under Requirements.
- Preferences: maybe under Skills? Could be "Skills" heading. Or we could create a "Preferences" but not in allowed headings list; allowed headings include Skills. So we can put preferences under Skills.
- Pay Range: we have Pay Range: $112,476.00 - $187,460.00 plus note about actual base salary varies. Also mention LPL Total Rewards package (benefits). So we need Pay section and Benefits section.
- Benefits: they mention LPL Total Rewards package: 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. So we can create Benefits section with list.
- Company Overview: maybe not a standard heading; could be omitted or put under About the role? The instruction: Use headings for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It says "use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." It doesn't forbid other headings, but suggests we should use those. Probably we should not include Company Overview as a separate heading unless we map to something like "About the role" or maybe we could omit. The instruction: "include a section ONLY when the posting has real, specific content for it — never emit a heading followed by filler/placeholder text". So we can include Company Overview as a paragraph under About the role or maybe as its own section but not in allowed list; better to incorporate into About the role.
We must not repeat the job title as a heading. Do not put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings. Remove boilerplate: cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. So we need to remove lines like "Please note: This position does not offer work authorization sponsorship..." (that's duplicated). Also remove "Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE. Information on Interviews: ..." etc.
We must preserve all substantive information. So we need to keep the job overview paragraph, responsibilities list, requirements list, preferences list, pay range, benefits list, company overview paragraph.
We need to format as HTML fragment only, no /, no markdown fences.
Let's extract content.
Job Overview paragraph:
"Join us as a Senior Microsoft Azure Engineer, where you'll be integral to designing, implementing, and maintaining our Windows Server infrastructure. Your role will be crucial in ensuring maximum system availability, performance, and security, aligning with our organization's mission of delivering exceptional service to our clients."
Also preceding text: "Where Ambition Meets Innovation Build a career that matches all your initiative with an impressive dose of innovation. From cutting-edge resources and a collaborative environment to the freedom to make an impact and more, you’ll find the ingredients you need at LPL Financial to shape your success while helping clients pursue their financial goals." That's also part of overview. We'll include that as part of About the role.
Thus About the role paragraph(s) combine those.
Responsibilities list: bullet points after "Responsibilities:":
- Administer and manage Active Directory infrastructure to maintain an efficient and secure user environment.
- Monitor server performance and conduct system health checks to proactively identify and resolve issues, optimizing performance for financial applications.
- Collaborate with other IT teams to plan and implement server infrastructure upgrades, patches, and migrations, ensuring minimal disruption to financial operations.
- Troubleshoot and resolve server-related incidents and problems, minimizing impact on financial business processes.
- Create and maintain technical documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing and ensure accurate system recovery processes.
- Drive architecture designs with an 'automation first' approach, focusing on Infrastructure as Code.
- Identify risks in the environment that threaten stability, resiliency, performance, and security.
- Responsible for operating system templates and deployment automation.
- Evaluate tools/products to resolve technology gaps and participate in application roadmap planning.
- Stay updated with industry trends and best practices, recommending enhancements to meet evolving business needs.
Requirements list after "Requirements:" includes several bullet-like items each with a heading? Actually they are sections: "Azure Services and Architecture: 7+ years..." etc. We'll treat each as list item.
List:
- Azure Services and Architecture: 7+ years of Azure services across compute, storage, networking, and databases, along with understanding Azure architecture principles for designing scalable, secure, and resilient cloud solutions.
- Azure Security and Identity Management: 5+ years Azure security features such as role-based access control (RBAC), Azure Security Center, and Azure Key Vault, coupled with expertise in Azure Active Directory (AAD) for identity and access management.
- Azure Monitoring and Management: 5+ years monitoring and managing Azure resources using Azure Monitor, Azure Log Analytics, and Azure Management Groups, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and cost-efficiency.
- Azure DevOps and Governance: 5+ years of Azure DevOps services for CI/CD and infrastructure as code (IaC), along with knowledge of Azure governance concepts using Azure Policy, Azure Blueprint, and Azure Cost Management for compliance and cost control.
- Azure Hybrid Solutions and Data Services: 5+ years of hybrid cloud solutions integrating on-premises infrastructure with Azure using Azure Arc, as well as familiarity with Azure data services for data integration, analytics, and big data processing.
- Core Competencies: Proficiency in Windows Server OS, Domain Controller management, Active Directory, Azure management, DNS, ACL, Windows Server CIS hardening controls, Audit Compliance, and Microsoft PowerShell. Proficiency in scripting languages for automation and configuration management. Familiarity with server monitoring and management tools. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferences list after "Preferences:":
- Familiarity with CI/CD tools (GitHub, Atlassian, Jenkins, Puppet, Terraform, Ansible), Manage Engine, Infoblox, Service Now, and JIRA.
- Overall, a Microsoft Azure engineer is expected to have a comprehensive understanding of Azure services, architecture, security, networking, monitoring, and management to design, implement, and manage cloud solutions effectively.
We could combine preferences into Skills section.
Pay Range: "Pay Range: $112,476.00 - $187,460.00 Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location."
Benefits: "Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more."
Company Overview paragraph(s): LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is among the fastest growing wealth management firms in the U.S. As a leader in the financial advisor-mediated marketplace(6) , LPL supports over 32,000 financial advisors and the wealth management practices of approximately 1,100 financial institutions, servicing and custodying approximately $2.3 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 8 million Americans. The firm provides a wide range of advisor affiliation models, investment solutions, fintech tools and practice management services, ensuring that advisors and institutions have the flexibility to choose the business model, services, and technology resources they need to run thriving businesses. For further information about LPL, please visit www.lpl.com. At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients. For further information about LPL, please visit www.lpl.com. Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life’s aspirations into financial realities.
We'll include that as About the role maybe separate section "Company Overview"? Not in allowed headings but could be omitted. However we must preserve all substantive information; we could incorporate into About the role as additional paragraph(s). That's fine.
Now produce HTML:
About the role
About the role
Where Ambition Meets Innovation Build a career that matches all your initiative with an impressive dose of innovation. From cutting-edge resources and a collaborative environment to the freedom to make an impact and more, you’ll find the ingredients you need at LPL Financial to shape your success while helping clients pursue their financial goals. Join us as a Senior Microsoft Azure Engineer, where you'll be integral to designing, implementing, and maintaining our Windows Server infrastructure. Your role will be crucial in ensuring maximum system availability, performance, and security, aligning with our organization's mission of delivering exceptional service to our clients.
Responsibilities
- Administer and manage Active Directory infrastructure to maintain an efficient and secure user environment.
- Monitor server performance and conduct system health checks to proactively identify and resolve issues, optimizing performance for financial applications.
- Collaborate with other IT teams to plan and implement server infrastructure upgrades, patches, and migrations, ensuring minimal disruption to financial operations.
- Troubleshoot and resolve server-related incidents and problems, minimizing impact on financial business processes.
- Create and maintain technical documentation to facilitate knowledge sharing and ensure accurate system recovery processes.
- Drive architecture designs with an 'automation first' approach, focusing on Infrastructure as Code.
- Identify risks in the environment that threaten stability, resiliency, performance, and security.
- Responsible for operating system templates and deployment automation.
- Evaluate tools/products to resolve technology gaps and participate in application roadmap planning.
- Stay updated with industry trends and best practices, recommending enhancements to meet evolving business needs.
Requirements
- Azure Services and Architecture: 7+ years of Azure services across compute, storage, networking, and databases, along with understanding Azure architecture principles for designing scalable, secure, and resilient cloud solutions.
- Azure Security and Identity Management: 5+ years Azure security features such as role-based access control (RBAC), Azure Security Center, and Azure Key Vault, coupled with expertise in Azure Active Directory (AAD) for identity and access management.
- Azure Monitoring and Management: 5+ years monitoring and managing Azure resources using Azure Monitor, Azure Log Analytics, and Azure Management Groups, ensuring optimal performance, availability, and cost-efficiency.
- Azure DevOps and Governance: 5+ years of Azure DevOps services for CI/CD and infrastructure as code (IaC), along with knowledge of Azure governance concepts using Azure Policy, Azure Blueprint, and Azure Cost Management for compliance and cost control.
- Azure Hybrid Solutions and Data Services: 5+ years of hybrid cloud solutions integrating on-premises infrastructure with Azure using Azure Arc, as well as familiarity with Azure data services for data integration, analytics, and big data processing.
- Core Competencies: Proficiency