Senior Cloud Specialist (Public Cloud)

Key Responsibilities

• Support the design, deployment, and maintenance of public cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure).
• Provision, configure, and manage cloud-based virtual machines and services.
• Aid with cloud migration efforts and hybrid integration with on-premises systems.
• Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) solutions using tools such as Terraform, ARM, or CloudFormation.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
• Maintain cloud environments for performance, availability, and security.
• Troubleshoot and resolve infrastructure and application issues in cloud environments.
• Apply and maintain security configurations aligned with compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, IRS 1075).
• Collaborate with infrastructure, development, and security teams.
• Maintain detailed technical documentation and operational procedures.
• Support backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes.
• Participate in deployment validation and post-implementation testing.

Required Technical Skills

• Cloud Platforms & Operating Systems: AWS or Microsoft Azure – Advanced (5–6+ years)
• Cloud VM Management: Advanced (provisioning, configuration, maintenance)
• Windows Server: Advanced (Active Directory integration)
• Linux: Advanced (administration & troubleshooting)
• Programming & Automation: PowerShell – Intermediate (automation & administration), Python or Bash – Intermediate (scripting & troubleshooting)
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Tools: Terraform, ARM Templates, CloudFormation – Intermediate
• Networking & Security: Understanding of DNS, routing, firewalls, Identity & Access Management (IAM), Data protection and access control
• Familiarity with compliance standards: NIST, IRS Publication 1075
• IT Service Management: Incident, Change, Problem Management
• Monitoring & Performance: Cloud monitoring tools, Logging frameworks, Performance tuning and optimization

Qualifications

• Experience with hybrid cloud environments integrating on-prem and cloud systems
• Familiarity with backup and disaster recovery strategies in cloud environments
• Prior government or regulated industry experience
• Minimum 5–6 years of experience working with public cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)
• Hands-on experience in cloud deployment, operations, and support in enterprise environments