IT Systems & Cloud Engineer

West Search Partners, LLC; Longmont (CO); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

West Search Partners, LLC is seeking an experienced IT Systems & Cloud Engineer to join its global IT organization. The role focuses on hybrid Azure and on-premises infrastructure, networking, security, Microsoft 365, and end-user technologies.

You will design and optimize Azure environments, manage identity and access, implement automation with PowerShell, Python, and Bash, and help improve reliability and security across a global, multi-site environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in systems/infrastructure/cloud engineering.
• Hands-on Azure experience and Microsoft technologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, migrate, administer, and optimize Microsoft Azure environments.
• Support and enhance a hybrid environment with Azure, Windows Server, Active Directory, Entra ID, VMware, storage, and networking.
• Manage cloud infrastructure, data management, backup, protection, and recovery solutions.
• Monitor environments for availability, security, capacity, and performance.
• Troubleshoot complex infrastructure, cloud, network, and systems issues.

Skills

Azure

PowerShell

Python

Bash

Networking

IT security

ITSM/ITIL

Troubleshooting

Automation

Identity management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

VMware

Intune

Azure IaaS/PaaS

Microsoft 365

Job description

We are seeking an experienced IT Systems & Cloud Engineer to join the global IT organization of an established, technology-driven company. This position will play a key role in supporting and evolving a hybrid IT environment spanning Microsoft Azure, on-premise infrastructure, networking, security, Microsoft 365, and end-user technologies.

The ideal candidate brings strong hands-on experience across both traditional infrastructure and modern cloud platforms and enjoys solving complex technical problems, improving reliability and security, and identifying opportunities for automation and continuous improvement.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced infrastructure professional who wants to help shape the future of a growing organization's cloud and IT environment.

What You'll Do

• Design, implement, migrate, administer, and optimize Microsoft Azure environments, including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and cloud-connected networking.
• Support and enhance a hybrid environment incorporating Azure, Windows Server, Active Directory, Entra ID, VMware, storage, and networking technologies.
• Manage cloud infrastructure, data management, backup, protection, and recovery solutions.
• Monitor cloud and infrastructure environments for availability, security, capacity, and performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure, cloud, network, and systems issues, including escalated incidents.
• Configure and administer Microsoft Intune for device management, application deployment, configuration, and security policies.
• Support identity and access technologies including Entra ID, Conditional Access, Active Directory, and Microsoft 365.
• Support the Microsoft workplace environment, including Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, Viva, and Defender XDR.
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless technologies, and related security solutions.
• Apply networking expertise across TCP/IP, routing, switching, network security, and the OSI model.
• Support technologies such as Cisco Secure Endpoint, Microsoft Defender, Zscaler, and Citrix.
• Develop automation and integration solutions using technologies such as PowerShell, Python, and Bash.
• Identify opportunities to automate repetitive processes and improve IT service quality, efficiency, reliability, and user experience.
• Support information security, risk management, disaster recovery, and business continuity initiatives.
• Assist with periodic testing and continuous improvement of disaster recovery and business continuity processes.
• Work within established ITSM/ITIL practices, including configuration management, hardware inventory, licensing, software distribution, and lifecycle management.
• Provide technical guidance and escalation support to IT team members.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to identify infrastructure requirements and deliver effective technology solutions.
• Develop and maintain documentation for systems, configurations, procedures, and operational processes.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that improve scalability, security, performance, and efficiency.
• Participate in occasional after-hours or weekend support when business needs require it.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline, or equivalent relevant experience.
• 8+ years of experience in systems engineering, infrastructure engineering, cloud engineering, or a related IT role.
• Extensive hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and associated Microsoft technologies.
• Strong experience with Azure IaaS and PaaS services.
• Hands-on experience with Entra ID, Conditional Access, Intune, Active Directory, Windows Server, and Microsoft 365.
• Strong knowledge of network architecture, routing, switching, security, protocols, and troubleshooting.
• Experience administering VMware and enterprise storage technologies.
• Experience configuring and troubleshooting firewalls, switches, routers, wireless infrastructure, and related network technologies.
• Strong understanding of IT security principles, zero-trust concepts, identity management, and data protection.
• Experience with PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar scripting and automation technologies.
• Ability to integrate and automate workflows across cloud and enterprise platforms.
• Experience operating within an ITSM/ITIL-based environment.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to independently own complex technical issues while collaborating effectively with a broader IT team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement.

Preferred Experience

Experience with any of the following would be beneficial:

• Zscaler and zero-trust security solutions
• Cisco networking and security technologies
• Manufacturing or engineering environments
• Engineering/design applications such as Autodesk products
• Enterprise AV and collaboration technologiesDisaster recovery and business continuity planning
• Global or multi-site IT environments

Relevant Microsoft certifications are also highly valued, including:

• AZ-305 – Azure Solutions Architect
• SC-300 – Identity and Access Administrator
• Microsoft 365 certifications
• ITIL certification or equivalent practical experience

This position supports a combination of office, technical/lab, and manufacturing environments.

The role follows a hybrid schedule with a minimum of three days per week onsite.

Candidates should be comfortable working at a computer for extended periods and occasionally lifting equipment weighing up to approximately 20 pounds. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Actual compensation will be based on factors including relevant experience, technical expertise, education, internal equity, and market considerations.

The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs
• Employee assistance and recognition programs

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This is an opportunity to take on a highly visible technical role within a sophisticated, global IT environment. You'll work across cloud, infrastructure, networking, security, automation, and Microsoft technologies while helping modernize and strengthen the organization's technology platform.

The position is particularly well suited for an experienced engineer who enjoys being hands-on technically while also influencing architecture, standards, automation, and the future direction of IT infrastructure.