Cloud Engineer 1

Padmore Global Connections LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Padmore Global Connections LLC is seeking a Cloud Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain hybrid cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure. The role emphasizes migration, systems administration, and enterprise IT management in a regulated environment.

You will work onsite in downtown Atlanta 2–3 days per week, collaborate with development teams to enable CI/CD pipelines, and implement security, backup, and disaster recovery practices.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of cloud engineering and infrastructure support experience.
• Experience with AWS and Azure cloud environments.
• Migration of on‑premises data centers to cloud.
• Strong networking and enterprise IT infrastructure management.
• Scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Bash, Python).
• Familiarity with ITIL and DevOps practices.
• Onsite availability in downtown Atlanta 2–3 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, deployment, and support of hybrid cloud environments (AWS and Azure).
• Plan and execute migrations from on‑premises data centers to cloud platforms.
• Support the full IT service lifecycle (design, transition, operations, and continuous improvement).
• Configure and manage LAN/WAN, including firewalls and DNS.

Skills

Cloud engineering

Infrastructure support

Networking

CI/CD pipelines

DevOps practices

Security principles

Automation

Tools

PowerShell

Bash

Python

Job description

Short Description:

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

Complete Description:

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:

• Application Servers: JBOSS, Tomcat
• Databases: Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Oracle, Amazon Aurora, and other DBaaS solutions
• 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.

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.