4PC- 292 - GDC Cloud Engineer 1 - 766786

4P Consulting Inc.; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm seeks a skilled Cloud Engineer to design and maintain innovative cloud solutions across AWS and Azure. The ideal candidate will possess strong infrastructure management skills and relevant experience in cloud migration. Local candidates preferred, with onsite presence required at least two to three days per week.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience in cloud engineering and infrastructure support.
• Hands-on experience with AWS and Azure.
• Experience in cloud migration and enterprise-level infrastructure management.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain hybrid cloud environments utilizing AWS and Azure.
• Lead migrations from on-premises data centers to cloud platforms.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues and implement effective solutions.

Skills

Cloud architecture

Networking

Scripting

IT security principles

Analytical skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Under direct supervision, learns how to develop strong technical skills and knowledge of database administration.

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Cloud Engineer.

This role involves designing, implementing, and maintaining 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 days per week at our downtown Atlanta office.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead the design, deployment, and support of hybrid cloud environments leveraging AWS and Azure.
2. Plan and execute migrations from on-premises data centers to cloud platforms.
3. Serve as a senior-level Systems Administrator, supporting the full IT service lifecycle (design, transition, operations, and continuous improvement).
4. Configure and manage LAN/WAN environments, including firewalls, routers, route tables, ACLs, and DNS.
5. 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.

Required/Desired Skills

Skill	Required /Desired	Amount	of Experience
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

Questions

Question1	Absences greater than two weeks MUST be approved by CAI management in advance, and contact information must be provided to CAI so that the resource can be reached during his or her absence. The Client has the right to dismiss the resource if he or she does not return to work by the agreed upon date. Do you agree to this requirement?
Question2	What is your candidate's email address?
Question3	If selected for engagement, your candidate's hourly Pay Rate must be at least $50.00 per hr. Your candidate can be paid more; however, the hourly SRP Rate cannot exceed $67.50 per hr. Do you agree to these requirements?
Question4	The maximum mark-up for this engagement’s SRP rate is 35%. To be competitive on pricing, a mark-up below the 35% threshold is suggested. Do you agree to propose a mark-up at or below 35%?
Question5	This assignment is contingent upon customer renewal and availability of adequate funding. Do you agree to this requirement?
Question6	If selected for engagement, your candidate will be expected to start no later than 2 weeks (10 business days) after the client's selection date. Do you agree to this requirement?