Cloud Engineering Analyst

World Business Lenders, Llc; Bogotá; Remote; COP 175,053,000 - 238,709,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Fully remote work environment

USD compensation

Job summary

World Business Lenders is seeking an entry-level Cloud Engineer to help deploy, operate, and maintain cloud infrastructure under the Infrastructure & Security Manager. Strong Azure exposure and IaC skills are preferred. This fully remote role aligns with US Eastern business hours.

Candidates should have foundational cloud knowledge, scripting ability, and excellent English communication. Prior experience is not required, but a proactive, detail-oriented mindset is essential.

Qualifications

• Strong spoken and written English.
• Foundational knowledge of cloud computing, networking, DNS, IAM, and Windows/Linux administration.
• Practical exposure to cloud platforms via coursework, labs, internships, or employment.

Responsibilities

• Provision and maintain cloud resources using approved configurations and change procedures.
• Support VMs, storage, networking, and services hosting WBL applications.
• Monitor availability, performance and resource usage; troubleshoot issues.
• Maintain backups and assist with restore testing and DR exercises.
• Apply patches and security settings; coordinate with Cybersecurity to address vulnerabilities.

Skills

English fluency

Cloud computing basics

Networking basics

Scripting (PowerShell/Python)

Documentation & communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT or related field

Tools

Azure

Terraform

Bicep

Git

CI/CD tooling

Job description

Overview

• World Business Lenders (WBL) is a privately held portfolio lender specializing in real estate-secured business loans for underserved businesses. WBL operates with a fully remote, multinational workforce and an experienced executive leadership team.
• Typically, the work schedule is from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM Eastern Time, Monday through Friday, though additional hours may be required based on business needs.

About the Role

• The Cloud Engineer supports the deployment, operation, and maintenance of WBL cloud infrastructure. This entry-level role helps keep environments reliable, secure, and cost-effective under the direction of the Infrastructure & Security Manager. Microsoft Azure and DevOps / Infrastructure-as-Code experience are strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Provision and maintain cloud resources using approved configurations and change procedures.
• Support virtual machines, storage, networking, identity permissions, and services that host WBL applications.
• Monitor availability, performance, and resource usage; troubleshoot issues and elevate service disruptions.
• Maintain backups and assist with restore testing and disaster recovery exercises.
• Apply approved patches and security settings; work with Cybersecurity to address vulnerabilities and access issues.
• Use scripts and infrastructure templates to automate repeatable tasks; document and test changes before deployment.
• Track cloud spending, identify unused or oversized resources, and recommend cost improvements.
• Maintain infrastructure records and operating procedures; coordinate deployments and support with development and Help Desk teams.

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Strong spoken and written English, including the ability to explain technical issues clearly and write accurate documentation.
• Foundational knowledge of cloud computing, networking, DNS, identity and access management, and Windows or Linux administration.
• Practical exposure to a cloud platform through coursework, labs, personal projects, internships, or employment; prior professional experience is not required.
• Basic scripting skills in PowerShell, Python, or a similar language; ability to troubleshoot systematically and follow change procedures.
• Relevant education, technical training, or equivalent demonstrated skills; careful handling of confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on Microsoft Azure exposure, including virtual machines, containers, virtual networks, storage, Azure Monitor, and Microsoft Entra ID.
• Familiarity with Bicep or Terraform, Git, and automated deployment workflows.
• Azure certifications or related training; exposure to application hosting, containers, or cloud cost management.

Remote Work Requirements

• Available during U.S. Eastern business hours. Reliable internet connection, a dedicated workspace, and the ability to work independently and communicate consistently with a distributed team.

Key Performance Measures

• Timely resolution and escalation of assigned issues; reliable deployments and successful restore tests; accurate documentation; completion of security and cost improvement tasks.

Benefits

What We Offer

Compensation in USD.

Benefits include paid time off (PTO).

Work Environment: Fully remote work environment.