Azure Cloud Deployment Engineer
Red River Technology

Job Info

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Job Description

This person will be involved in leading new cloud architecture designs, resulting in robust, reliable and secure cloud platform solutions and will play an integral part in advancing the Cloud eco-system and culture of technical excellence. As part of the team, you will be expected to lead cloud architecture and implementation efforts, interface with vendors, develop tools and organize open source and commercial components, and development / execute on testing, to solve problems for running current and proposed processes on cloud infrastructure(s). The incumbent will possess a deep understanding in all Cloud-as-a-Service varieties including PaaS, IaaS and SaaS and an understanding of the differences between the services and where they overlap.

 

Primary Position Tasks:

·         Architect, design, develop and implement Cloud solutions in Microsoft Azure encompassing multiple specializations, platforms, and technologies

·         Participate in delivery of new service offerings, working closely with development team to deliver low latency, high performance applications

·         Create blueprints for future Cloud topologies (services and interfaces) that minimize costs while maximizing performance, reliability, and manageability

·         Create, maintain and communicate the overall roadmap and solution architecture specification for various Cloud initiatives

·         Develop tools to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities

·         Interpret and provide solutions on complex technologies/architectures

·         Design, implement and test robust failover and disaster recovery procedures

·         Create automated approaches and scripts for system administration tasks where possible and appropriate

·         Define and document security standard operating procedures and protocols from security perspective

·         Develop, support, and document automated build and configuration management processes

·         Guide and participate in the implementation and coding of the new solutions you conceive and design

·         Hands-on delivery architects and developers

·         Train and mentor Administrators and Engineers in the new standards and processes

 

Minimum Education/Certification/Experience Requirements:

·         5-7 years of relevant professional experience in a large, diverse, server environment

·         1-3 years experience in the Microsoft Azure Ecosystem

·         3+ years of prior government and/or commercial consulting experience

·         Intermediate/advanced knowledge of the primary Microsoft IaaS services

·         Experience implementing Microsoft IaaS services in a variety of distributed computing environments

·         Knowledge of IP networking, VPN's, DNS, load balancing and firewalling.

·         In depth knowledge of VMWare, Microsoft, HP, IBM, Cisco, VCE, Dell Systems and other major vendors of infrastructure technology is desired

·         In depth knowledge of public cloud providers like AWS, Azure or other major vendors of public cloud

·         Technical proficiency including systems experience, strong troubleshooting and problem solving skills, and issue management in a multi-platform environment

·         Experience identifying gaps in existing client skill base and developing documentation to include job descriptions for key architectural positions, skill requirements and required certifications for roles/positions, inventory of required competencies by job description/role, and an inventory of required technical skills by job description/role

·         Knowledge of Architecture governance best practices and experience applying them to solve client problems

·         Experience defining the specific metrics which communicate the benefits of an architecture program to the business; tracking to what extent those benefits are being delivered on an ongoing basis; and identifying metric stakeholders and owners

·         Deployment and operational expertise Windows, Linux, and other Operating Systems.

 

Preferred Education/Certification/Experience:

·         Possess Sr. Level Windows Systems experience

·         Strong knowledge of SAN and backup technologies

·         Experienced with networking and network/system security

·         Subject matter expert in server hardware and operating systems

·         Knowledge of project management methodology

·         Ability and discipline to work and succeed in a fast pace and organizationally complex environment, to effectively adapt to rapidly changing technology, and to lead and manage small projects

·         Demonstrated record in leading and instilling service disciplines and team work

·         Ability to work independently and manage multiple task assignments

·         Strong oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills (Visio, PowerPoint, etc.)

·         Understanding of Automation and Continuous Integration & Deployment (CI-CD)

·         Planning and designing complex system configurations and standards for Virtualization and Storage platforms from scratch

·         Influence and drive cloud related capabilities, solutions and opportunities in coordination with external partners, operations and application teams.

·         Design and implement secure cloud application environments with centralize identity management.

·         Deep understanding of load balancing and scalability techniques

·         Hands-on scripting experience with Powershell

·         Strong problem-solving abilities coupled with a desire to take on a challenge

·         Strong self-awareness and self-motivation

. Other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Skills:

·         Creative person with the ability to design innovative solutions

·         Goal oriented with high standards for quality and performance

·         Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to exercise mature judgment

·         Ability to work independently and manage multiple task assignments

 

Essential Elements (Mental; Physical; Equipment used):

Remote Position: This position requires the ability to continuously communicate with co-workers throughout the day utilizing Red River approved and/or provided communication tools and equipment.

Candidates for the job should possess excellent organizational skills as well as the ability to efficiently multi-task. Ideal candidates have a strong focus on day-to-day operational excellence, and a personal style that builds trust, and inspires loyalty. The candidate should be motivated, proactive, be able to learn and adapt quickly.

Established in 1995, Red River delivers information technology solutions to a worldwide military and civilian customer base and the New England enterprise market including healthcare, financial services and education customers. Red River is ranked the 5th fastest growing company in NH by Business NH Magazine and has demonstrated consistent year over year revenue and employee growth since its inception. With corporate offices in Claremont, NH, Red River has satellite offices in Virginia, Texas and California.

EOE M/F/DISABLED/Vet

Red River is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, gender, disability or protected veteran status.

Red River offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits and an exceptional work environment. If you are ready to join a growing company, please submit your resume and cover letter (required).

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