Information Technology Specialist III - Data Center and Cloud Engineering Leader

City of Irvine, CA; California, Irvine (MO, CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative city agency is on the lookout for a skilled Data Center and Cloud Engineering Leader to spearhead the design and management of cutting-edge cloud infrastructure. This pivotal role involves overseeing a talented team, ensuring the stability and security of hybrid environments, and collaborating with various departments to drive technical projects forward. With a focus on strategic leadership and operational excellence, you will play a key role in shaping the future of the city's IT landscape. If you are passionate about technology and leadership, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of IT experience with 2+ years in a lead role.
• Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure and data center components.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers focusing on performance and security.
• Design scalable cloud solutions and manage incident response.

Skills

Leadership

Cloud Platforms

Data Center Management

Project Management

Communication Skills

Security Compliance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Saltstack

Terraform

PowerShell

Job description

Job Description: Data Center and Cloud Engineering Leader

The City of Irvine's Information Technology team is seeking a dynamic and experienced Data Center and Cloud Engineering Leader to oversee the design, implementation, and management of data center and cloud infrastructure. This position is responsible for ensuring the stability, scalability, and security of hybrid environments and will manage the Police Department's infrastructure.

Your Impact

1. Lead and supervise a team of data center and cloud engineers, focusing on security, performance, and agility.
2. Mentor team members and conduct performance evaluations.
3. Collaborate with cross-functional teams on projects.
4. Lead technical projects, manage budgets, and vendor relationships.
5. Develop and refine operational standards and procedures.
6. Manage incident response and develop disaster recovery plans.
7. Design scalable and resilient data center and cloud solutions.
8. Implement security measures and ensure compliance with standards.
9. Automate deployment and management tasks using tools like Saltstack, Terraform, or PowerShell.
10. Monitor system performance and plan capacity.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Six years of IT experience, including two years in a lead or specialized role.

The role requires strong leadership, strategic thinking, excellent communication skills, and experience with cloud platforms, data center components, and project management.