Cloud Engineer

Provisions Group; Sarasota (FL); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A consulting firm is seeking a Sr Cloud Engineer for a 100% remote position. This role involves supporting Azure and M365 environments, managing client relationships, and executing cloud administration tasks. Ideal candidates will possess strong consulting skills, in-depth technical knowledge of Microsoft cloud technologies, and relevant certifications. The firm fosters ongoing learning and growth in cloud expertise, making it perfect for driven individuals looking to enhance their careers.

Qualifications

• Experience in client-facing roles within consulting or managed services.
• Hands-on experience with cloud technologies and infrastructure.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support Azure and M365 environments for external clients.
• Execute daily cloud administration tasks and follow best practices.
• Engage with clients for technical requirements and project updates.
• Assist in monitoring and optimizing production systems.

Skills

Eagerness to grow or learn new skills

Consulting experience

Strong in Microsoft Cloud Identity and M365 Services

Scripting experience using PowerShell

Education

At least two relevant certifications

Tools

Microsoft Azure

M365 services (Intune, Exchange)

Job description

Provisions Group is seeking a Sr Cloud Engineer for a Contract to Hire Job.

• 100% remote

In addition to the technical capabilities, the ideal candidate will need to have excellent interpersonal skills. This role will be primarily serving external clients (consulting).

Must Haves

• We want someone who is eager to grow and aggressively pursue new skills!
• Strong preference for consulting experience or at least having worked in an environment managing multiple tenants and having switch between environments.
• Strong in Microsoft Cloud Identity (Entra ID) and M365 Services (Exchange and Intune especially)
• Scripting experience using PowerShell

Certifications: At least two certifications from the following list

• Microsoft 365 Collaboration Communications Systems Engineer Associate
• Microsoft 365 Teams Administrator Associate
• Microsoft 365 Administrator Expert
• Microsoft Identity and Access Administrator Associate
• Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
• Azure Security Engineer Associate

Primary Responsibilities

• Support the implementation, administration, and ongoing operation of Azure and M365 environments for external clients.
• Execute day-to-day systems and cloud administration tasks, following established architectures, standards, and best practices.
• Work alongside senior engineers and architects to deliver project work, operational improvements, and client initiatives.
• Participate in troubleshooting and resolving technical issues, escalating complex or unfamiliar challenges appropriately.
• Contribute to the creation and maintenance of system documentation and diagrams under the guidance of senior team members.
• Engage directly with clients to understand technical requirements, provide updates, and support successful project outcomes.
• Assist with proactive monitoring, maintenance, and optimization of production systems to ensure reliability and performance.
• Support project delivery by completing assigned tasks on time and communicating progress, risks, or dependencies.
• Continue developing technical depth and consulting skills through hands-on experience, mentoring, and ongoing learning.

Required Skills and Experience

• Experience working in a client-facing role within a consulting, managed services, or similar service-oriented environment.
• Hands‑on experience administering cloud and infrastructure technologies, including operating systems, identity services, backups, and virtualization platforms.
• Working knowledge of system monitoring, performance troubleshooting, and incident response practices.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while collaborating closely with teammates and senior engineers.
• Comfortable working in a remote environment, with the ability to manage time effectively and communicate clearly.
• Strong problem‑solving skills, with the ability to investigate issues and follow structured troubleshooting approaches.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills, enabling effective interaction with clients, project managers, and internal teams.
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple tasks and priorities in a fast‑paced consulting environment.
• Genuine interest in cloud technologies and a strong desire to continue building expertise.

Key Technologies

• Experience administering M365 services, including Intune, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and Teams.
• Experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services, including compute, storage, networking, and identity.
• Familiarity with infrastructure automation and scripting (PowerShell preferred).
• Experience with enterprise infrastructure fundamentals, including operating systems, backup and recovery, monitoring tools, Active Directory, and virtualization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hold professional technical certifications and exhibit a strong motivation to attain new certifications, further validating expertise.
• Exposure to other public cloud platforms such as AWS, with a willingness to deepen hands‑on experience.