GDC Cloud Engineer @ 300 Patrol Road, Forsyth, GA (Hybrid)
Hello, Hope you're doing well, Position: GDC Cloud Engineer Location: 300 Patrol Road, Forsyth, GA 31029 (Hybrid) Duration: Long Term Client: State of GA Job ID: (776632) Job Description: Under direct supervision, learns how to have a combination of strong technical skills and knowledge of database administration. 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:
o Application Servers: JBOSS, Tomcat o Databases: Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, Amazon Aurora, and other DBaaS solutions o Operating Systems: Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, Unix o 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.
Hands-on experience with cloud architecture, deployment, and migration in AWS and Azure (preferred). Required 3 Years Strong networking knowledge and enterprise IT infrastructure management. Required 3 Years Scripting and automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Bash, Python). Required 3 Years Apply tot his job Apply To this Job