Cloud Engineer/Architect

Oxford Global Resources; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 87,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Oxford Global Resources is seeking an experienced cloud engineer to administer and optimize cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). You will ensure performance, security, and cost efficiency while implementing monitoring and automation to support scalable services.

Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate applications, document configurations, and implement infrastructure as code with standard practices.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience in cloud environments and understanding of cloud infrastructure (OCI, AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting complex technical information.
• Strong scripting experience including Bash and PowerShell; REST/API experience with cloud automation.
• Understanding of modern cloud components and deployment patterns: VMs, containers, Kubernetes, serverless, IaC.
• Experience deploying/supporting hybrid infrastructure on-prem and public cloud; develop standards and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) ensuring cost efficiency and security.
• Implement monitoring solutions to track performance and troubleshoot issues.
• Document configurations, processes, and troubleshooting guidelines.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to integrate applications with cloud services.

Skills

Cloud administration

Scripting (Bash, PowerShell)

REST/API

Kubernetes

Cost optimization

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

Project Details

Administer and optimize cloud platforms, such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, ensuring proper resource utilization, cost efficiency, and adherence to security best practices. Implement monitoring solutions to track system performance, troubleshoot issues, and optimize resource utilization, ensuring the availability and reliability of cloud services. Maintain comprehensive documentation for configurations, processes, and troubleshooting guidelines. Utilize tools to automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration, and deployment, enabling efficient and reproducible environments. Implement robust security measures to safeguard cloud environments, including identity and access management, encryption, and compliance with industry standards and regulations. Collaborate with stakeholders to design and implement cloud-based solutions, ensuring alignment with business goals and scalability requirements. Work closely with development and operations teams to facilitate smooth integration of applications with cloud services. Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in cloud computing. Proactively identify opportunities for improvement and optimization within the cloud infrastructure.

Job Experience

• 5+ years' experience working in cloud environments and understanding of cloud infrastructure (Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI), Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)) Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present complex technical information in a clear and concise manner to a variety of audiences
• Strong scripting experience including BASH, PowerShell, REST/API Experience with cloud automation.
• Understanding of modern cloud technology components and deployment patterns: virtual machines, containers, Kubernetes, serverless, infrastructure as code, etc.
• Experience deploying/supporting hybrid infrastructure on-prem private cloud and public cloud Develop and implement standards and best practices as it relates to private/public cloud solutions Architecture best practices knowledge
• Hourly Rate: 63-83

Oxford is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applications will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Oxford will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Oxford provides supplemental medical (we do not offer major medical), dental, vision, life, and disability benefit plans along with a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan. Paid holidays based on eligibility and paid sick leave for applicable jurisdiction, as required. Oxford is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please email [e-mail]. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.