Cloud Engineer

Job Description

We have a position for a Cloud Engineer with one of our clients in Forsyth, GA for an initial contract duration of 8 months. US citizens and all those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Cloud Engineer. This role involves the design, implementation, and maintenance of cloud and hybrid infrastructure solutions across AWS and Azure environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud migration, systems administration, networking, and enterprise infrastructure management.

Local candidates only as they will be required to be onsite 2-3 (downtown Atlanta office) days per week.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, deployment, and support of hybrid cloud environments leveraging AWS and Azure.
• Plan and execute migrations from on-premises data centers to cloud platforms.
• Serve as a senior-level Systems Administrator, supporting the full IT service lifecycle (design, transition, operations, and continuous improvement).
• Configure and manage LAN/WAN environments including firewalls, routers, route tables, ACLs, and DNS.
• Provide support for enterprise platforms such as: Application Servers: JBOSS, Tomcat; Databases: Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, Amazon Aurora, and other DBaaS solutions; Operating Systems: Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Unix; Load Balancers and Storage Solutions.
• Develop automation scripts for provisioning and system management (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python).
• Integrate third-party applications and hardware into secure, connected environments.
• Perform capacity planning and contribute to disaster recovery/business continuity strategies.
• Apply ITIL and DevOps methodologies to optimize service delivery and operations.
• Collaborate with development teams to support CI/CD pipelines and ensure infrastructure compliance with SDLC standards.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues and implement effective solutions.
• Monitor infrastructure performance and recommend improvements.
• Integrate systems with Active Directory and maintain security and compliance standards.
• Stay current on cybersecurity best practices and apply them in cloud/infrastructure environments.
• Communicate effectively with technical teams and non-technical stakeholders.
• Occasional in-state travel to agency locations as required.

Required Skills & Competencies:

• 2-3 years of experience in cloud engineering and infrastructure support.
• Hands-on experience with cloud architecture, deployment, and migration in AWS and Azure.
• Strong networking knowledge and enterprise IT infrastructure management.
• Scripting and automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python).
• Understanding of IT security principles, especially in government or regulated environments.
• Knowledge of ITIL and DevOps best practices.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Experience working with or within public sector/government agencies is a plus.