Cloud Engineer

PURPOSE

The organizations Information Technology requires a team to provide operational and technical support. This role will support the Cloud Operations Manager in ensuring that the companys networks systems and associated infrastructure run efficiently and perform within agreed targets.

The job entails designing developing solutions and supporting existing infrastructure. The candidate will be responsible for smooth operations security and optimization of the cloud infrastructure and services.  Eventually this position will support all the APM owned subsidiaries in the US.

Some common duties and attributes associated with this role include:

DUTIES

• Design implement and maintain cloud-based solutions within the Microsoft Azure platform.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of Azure services.
• Deploy and configure Azure resources including virtual machines databases storage and networking components.
• Manage Azure cloud environment including provisioning configuration performance monitoring and policy governance.
• Be security conscious and aware of potential security risks and threats.
• Implement robust security measures for Azure environments.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and respond to security incidents related to Azure.
• Design develop and implement highly available multi-region solutions within Microsoft Azure.
• Analyze existing operational standards processes and/or governance to identify and implement improvements.
• Migrate existing infrastructure services to cloud-based solutions.
• Leverage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (e.g. Terraform Azure Resource Manager templates) to automate provisioning and configuration.
• Maintain Azure configurations as code for consistency and repeatability.
• Develop and implement policy driven data protection best practices to ensure cloud solutions are protected from data loss.
• Support cloud adoption of applications during migration and upgrades.
• Participation in ongoing and future Cloud Operations Projects from planning/specification to execution and sign-off.
• Participate in project meetings and provide technical expertise when evaluating new systems and services or supporting in project implementations.

Qualifications :

Required Experience and Competencies

• Minimum of 5 years experience in supporting the cloud infrastructure in a mid to large organization.
• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or a related field as well as relevant work experience in cloud computing IT operations or infrastructure management.
• Azure Certification in cloud computing preferred.
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate.

Preferred Experience and Competencies

• Demonstrate a strong understanding of Microsoft Azure and cloud computing having worked extensively in this environment.
• Proficiency in Azure services including Virtual Machines Azure SQL Database Azure Storage and Azure Networking.
• Familiarity with Azure Active Directory Azure Security Centre and Azure Monitor.
• Experience with scripting and automation using PowerShell Python or other relevant languages.
• Must be knowledgeable in using Azure CLI Azure PowerShell Terraform Azure ARM templates Serverless 360 and other tools.
• Above all you must have excellent communication skills a thorough understanding of IT and the ability to tackle issues and pick up new skills under your own initiative.  
• Strong technical skills as well as excellent communication problem-solving and project management skills.

Additional Information :

Starting Salary Range: $115k - $130K/annually

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team Equus puts the industrys best practices to work by focusing on the development design and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

At Equus we are strengthened by diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included treated fairly and with respect. Equus Workforce Solutions is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color gender age pregnancy sexual orientation gender identity ancestry religion national origin veteran status physical or mental disability or reprisal or any other characteristic protected under state federal or local law.

Remote Work :

Yes

Employment Type :

Full-time