Azure Managed Services · Los Angeles, CA
Azure Managed Services in Los Angeles. Move Your Servers to the Cloud With a Plan.
Azure migrations, virtual machines, Azure Virtual Desktop, Entra ID, and backup, managed by a Los Angeles team that also supports your Microsoft 365 and office network.
Rated on Google, Clutch & Yelp- Migration
- Azure Migrate assessed
- Workloads
- VMs · AVD · Files
- Identity
- Entra ID · MFA
- Recovery
- Backup · Site Recovery
- Projects
- $95 / hr
- Managed plans
- From $300 / mo
Quick answer
What are Azure managed services?
Azure managed services means an IT partner plans, migrates, secures, and maintains your Microsoft Azure environment, including virtual machines, identity, networking, backup, and costs, so your business can move servers and applications to the cloud without hiring a dedicated cloud team.
Los Angeles IT provides Azure managed services and migrations for Los Angeles businesses from our Century City headquarters. Azure projects are $95 per hour, and ongoing management is included in our managed IT plans starting at $300/month.
What's Included
Azure Cloud Services in Los Angeles
Azure for businesses that already run on Microsoft: servers, desktops, identity, and backup in one place.
Azure Migration
On-premises servers and applications assessed with Azure Migrate, then moved to Azure with testing before cutover.
Migration →/ 02Azure Virtual Machines
Windows Server VMs built, sized, patched, and monitored, with backups and secure remote access instead of open RDP.
Virtual machines →/ 03Entra ID & Identity
Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) set up with single sign-on, MFA, conditional access, and hybrid sync with on-premises Active Directory.
Identity →/ 04Azure Virtual Desktop
Cloud desktops and remote apps for remote staff, contractors, and line-of-business software that needs Windows.
Virtual desktop →/ 05Azure Backup & Site Recovery
Azure Backup for servers and files, and Azure Site Recovery to fail over critical systems if your office goes down.
Backup & DR →/ 06Security & Compliance
Microsoft Defender for Cloud, network security groups, encryption, and activity logging configured and reviewed.
Security →/ 07Networking & VPN
Virtual networks, site-to-site VPN, and firewall rules that connect Azure to your offices securely.
Networking →/ 08Cost Optimization & Monitoring
Right-sized VMs, shutdown schedules, reserved instances, budgets, and alerts so your Azure bill stays predictable.
Cost control →/ 09Azure File Storage
Azure Files and storage accounts to replace or extend an aging file server, with access tied to your Microsoft accounts.
Servers →Server Room vs. Azure
Keeping Servers Onsite vs. Managed Azure
Moving to Azure isn't right for every workload, but for many small businesses it removes the most fragile part of their IT.
| Managed Azure | Onsite server | |
|---|---|---|
| Hardware refresh | ✓ None, Microsoft maintains it | Every 5 to 7 years |
| Remote access | ✓ Secure from anywhere | VPN to the office |
| Disaster recovery | ✓ Backup and Site Recovery options | Depends on offsite backups |
| Scaling | ✓ Resize in minutes | Buy new hardware |
| Power and internet outages | ✓ Systems stay up | Systems go down with the office |
| Cost model | Monthly, based on usage | Upfront hardware plus maintenance |
How It Works
Our Azure Migration Process
A planned migration with testing at every stage, so the day you switch over is uneventful.
STEP 01
Assess
We use Azure Migrate to inventory servers, map dependencies, check readiness, and forecast monthly Azure costs before anything moves.
STEP 02
Build
We design the Azure environment (networking, identity, security, and backup) to fit your applications and compliance needs.
STEP 03
Test & migrate
We replicate servers to Azure, test applications with your team, then cut over at a scheduled time.
STEP 04
Hand off & manage
We document everything, train your staff, and manage, patch, and monitor the environment going forward.
Pricing
How Much Do Azure Managed Services Cost?
Microsoft bills Azure resources monthly based on what you use. Our services are separate: assessments, migrations, and projects are $95 per hour, quoted up front. Ongoing management, patching, monitoring, and support are included in our managed IT services, starting at $300 per month.
Before you commit, our assessment gives you an estimate of your monthly Azure costs, so you can compare it to keeping servers onsite.
What affects the price
- Number of servers and applications
- Data volume to migrate
- Virtual desktops and users
- Backup and DR requirements
- Project vs. ongoing management
Azure Managed Services
Find Out If Azure Fits
Tell us about your servers and the applications on them. We'll recommend what should move to Azure, estimate the monthly cost, and quote the migration. No contracts.
Azure Migrate
What an Azure Readiness Assessment Tells You
Azure Migrate's assessment tools look at your existing servers and show whether they're ready for Azure, what size virtual machines they'd need, what they'd cost per month, and which systems depend on each other.
We turn that into a plain-English recommendation: what should move, what should stay, and what could be replaced by Microsoft 365 services like SharePoint instead of a server at all.
What the assessment covers
- Readiness of each server
- Sizing recommendations
- Monthly cost forecast
- Dependency mapping between systems
Remote Work
Azure Virtual Desktop for Remote Teams
Azure Virtual Desktop gives staff a secure Windows desktop or individual apps from any device, which works well for remote employees, contractors, and line-of-business software that won't run in a browser.
Data stays in Azure instead of on personal laptops, and access is protected with Entra ID and MFA. It's often a good replacement for an old terminal server or a VPN that staff find frustrating.
Good fits for AVD
- Accounting and ERP software
- Contractors on personal devices
- Replacing a terminal server
- Seasonal staff who need quick setup
Security & Compliance
Securing Your Azure Environment
We apply a security baseline to every Azure environment: MFA and conditional access through Entra ID, no public RDP, network security groups, encryption, Microsoft Defender for Cloud recommendations, and activity logging.
These controls support HIPAA, PCI, and other compliance requirements and fit into our broader managed cybersecurity services.
Security baseline
- MFA and conditional access
- No public RDP, secure access only
- Defender for Cloud recommendations
- Encryption and logging
- Tested backups
Local Azure Help
Azure Managed Services in Los Angeles
Los Angeles IT provides Azure consulting, migrations, and management for small and mid-sized businesses across Los Angeles and Southern California. Because we also support your Microsoft 365, devices, and office network, Azure becomes part of one connected Microsoft environment rather than a separate project.
Most work is remote, and onsite help is available from our 10 LA County hubs for server decommissioning and office network changes.
Why work with us
- Azure plus Microsoft 365 in one team
- Cost estimate before you commit
- Onsite help across LA County
- No long-term contract
Why Los Angeles IT
Azure Without the Guesswork
Planned
Know the cost first.
Readiness and cost assessments come before any migration, so there are no surprises on the first bill.
Connected
One Microsoft environment.
Azure, Entra ID, Microsoft 365, and your devices managed together by one team.
Certified
Experienced engineers.
Technicians with CompTIA Security+, Network+, and A+, plus Microsoft and Cisco certifications, who explain risk in plain English.
Industries
Azure Services for Every Industry
Accounting firms, healthcare practices, manufacturers, and professional services firms across Los Angeles run servers and desktops in Azure that we manage.
Service Areas
Azure Support Across Southern California
Azure is managed remotely; onsite help for office systems comes from these locations:
Headquarters · Century City
1901 Avenue of the Stars #271Los Angeles, CA 90067
Santa Monica
2450 Colorado Ave #100eSanta Monica, CA 90404
West Covina
1050 Lakes Dr #226West Covina, CA 91790
Long Beach
111 W Ocean Blvd #417Long Beach, CA 90802
Century City
1800 Century Park E #669Century City, CA 90067
Downtown LA (Figueroa)
445 S Figueroa St Ste 3100Los Angeles, CA 90071
Pasadena
117 E Colorado Blvd #618Pasadena, CA 91105
San Pedro (6th St)
222 W 6th St #425San Pedro, CA 90731
Downtown LA (Spring St)
548 S Spring StLos Angeles, CA 90013
San Pedro (25th St)
1536 W 25th St #104San Pedro, CA 90732
We provide Azure managed services and migrations in Los Angeles, Century City, Downtown LA, Santa Monica, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Culver City, El Segundo, Pasadena, Glendale, Burbank, the San Fernando Valley, Long Beach, Torrance, West Covina, and Santa Clarita, plus Orange County, the Inland Empire, and San Diego County. View all service areas →
Client Reviews
What LA Clients Say About Our Support
“The customer service from Los Angeles IT is on another level. Any time we’ve had an issue, their fast response time has kept our business from missing a beat. Bonus points for being budget-friendly too.”
“Rod and his team are my go-to IT solutions help. Available all the time, very professional, prompt and super capable for all challenges and IT needs we’ve had. Highly recommend!”
“I can’t say enough good things about the folks at Los Angeles IT. Their techs are personable and sharp, and they always follow up to make sure everything is working. Best part? Our IT costs have gone down while our systems run better than ever.”
“Such great service! He made the entire process feel seamless and stress-free, always ready to answer any questions with patience and clarity. It’s rare to find someone who combines technical expertise with such genuine customer care.”
“Los Angeles IT is an incredibly professional company. Rod and his team came in, updated our phone systems, and revamped our computer setups. Now, everything is organized and runs smoothly.”
“I must highlight the owner, Rod, who truly embodies the essence of an IT wizard. His deep understanding of technology and ability to troubleshoot any issue is remarkable.”
“Been working with Rod and his team for three years now. He’s responsive, helpful and very patient with me when I need help on minor things!”
“Rod is a godsend. He helped us set up our home office to be efficient and user-friendly. He was responsive, easy to work with and reasonably priced. Highly recommended.”
FAQ
Azure Managed Services: Frequently Asked Questions
What are Azure managed services?
Azure managed services means an IT partner plans, migrates, secures, and maintains your Microsoft Azure environment, including virtual machines, identity, networking, backup, and costs.
How much do Azure managed services cost?
Assessments, migrations, and projects are $95 per hour and quoted up front. Ongoing management is included in managed IT plans starting at $300 per month. Microsoft bills Azure usage separately.
Should we move our servers to Azure?
It depends on your applications, internet connection, and budget. An Azure readiness assessment shows what would move, what it would cost per month, and what's better left onsite or replaced by Microsoft 365.
What does Azure Migrate do?
Azure Migrate inventories your servers, checks whether they're ready for Azure, recommends VM sizes, forecasts monthly costs, and maps dependencies between systems.
How long does an Azure migration take?
It depends on the number of servers and amount of data. After the assessment, we give you a schedule, and servers are replicated in the background before a planned cutover.
What is Azure Virtual Desktop?
Azure Virtual Desktop delivers secure Windows desktops and apps from Azure to any device, which is useful for remote staff, contractors, and software that needs Windows.
What is Microsoft Entra ID?
Microsoft Entra ID, formerly Azure Active Directory, is Microsoft's cloud identity service. It handles sign-in, MFA, single sign-on, and access policies for Microsoft 365, Azure, and many other apps.
Can Azure replace our file server?
Often, yes. Azure Files, or SharePoint and OneDrive in Microsoft 365, can replace an aging file server. We'll recommend the option that fits how your team uses files.
How do you keep Azure costs under control?
We right-size virtual machines, schedule shutdowns for systems that don't need to run all the time, recommend reserved instances for steady workloads, and set budgets and alerts.
Should we use Azure or AWS?
Azure usually fits businesses built around Microsoft 365 and Windows servers. AWS is often a strong choice for web applications and storage-heavy workloads. We support both.
Is Azure secure enough for HIPAA data?
Azure can support HIPAA compliance when it's configured correctly and covered by Microsoft's Business Associate Agreement. We apply access controls, encryption, logging, and backups to support it.
Which areas do you serve?
Azure is managed remotely across Southern California, with onsite help in Los Angeles County, Orange County, the Inland Empire, and San Diego County.
Thinking About Azure?
Call a Los Angeles IT engineer about an Azure assessment or migration.