Senior Multi-Cloud Systems Engineer

Talascend, LLC; Gaithersburg (MD); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Multi-Cloud Systems Engineer to join their dynamic team. This role involves managing multi-cloud environments, ensuring compliance, and engineering solutions that drive efficiency through automation. You will play a critical role in deploying cloud resources, developing governance strategies, and collaborating with DevSecOps teams to implement cutting-edge cloud-native solutions. If you thrive in a hybrid work environment and are passionate about cloud technologies, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Health Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience managing compute environments.
• Proficient in Azure and AWS cloud environments.

Responsibilities

• Administer cloud resources and manage compliance.
• Implement cloud governance strategies and manage network security.

Skills

Microsoft Azure

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Infrastructure as Code

Cybersecurity

Network Architectures

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Continuous Learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Azure Sentinel

Microsoft Intune

Google Cloud Platform

Job description

Talascend is currently seeking a Senior Multi-Cloud Systems Engineer for a hybrid W-2 contract to possible direct-hire position located in Gaithersburg, Maryland.

HYBRID SCHEDULE:

• 90% Remote
• Has to go on-site approximately one day a month for group project planning.

CLEARANCE:

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must have a Public Trust Security Clearance.
• FTC PT Security Clearance preferred.

SUMMARY:

Our client is seeking an experienced Cloud Engineer to join our growing team. The successful candidate will be a seasoned professional with robust experience and proficiency in managing multi-cloud environments and architectures. You will play a vital role in engineering solutions, establishing and enforcing governance models, delivering efficiency through automation, and enforcing regulatory compliance of cloud resources.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cloud Administration.
• Deployment of cloud resources and managing resource lifecycles, compliance, and access rights.
• Development and execution of deployments using infrastructure-as-code and DevOps pipelines to operate cloud-native services and deployments.
• Monitor and manage FinOps dashboards and overall cloud and resource costs.
• Ensure the integrity and functional performance of data streams.
• Develop and implement cloud governance strategies including finops, guardrails, compliance, & tagging strategies.
• Implement highly available network architectures and manage network security and routing in a hybrid-cloud environment.
• Manage IP-based access rules, network address sourcing, and CIDR whitelists/blacklists.
• Implement and operate cloud-based VPNs, VPN Gateways, peering connections, private links, and endpoint services.
• Communicate effectively with DevSecOps teams to implement cloud-native solutions and maintain documentation of system and network infrastructure.
• Participate in training programs to foster knowledge sharing, promote decision-making, and manage incident reports.
• Identify and implement cost-saving improvements and operational efficiencies.
• Contribute to successful project outcomes by participating in application development lifecycles and building applications-as-code.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or similar field and 4+ years experience in managing compute environments. Additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Azure and Amazon cloud environments.
• Understanding of cybersecurity, Azure Sentinel, and managing regulatory compliance of cloud resources.
• Proficiency with network architectures and concepts such as DNS, VPN, DHCP, TLS, IP subnetting, and routing.
• Ability to automate infrastructure tasks.
• Ability to independently resolve problems.
• Self-starter with effective communication skills to work with teams and clients.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
• Ability to obtain public trust clearance.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or similar field.
• Certifications like Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Solutions Architect Professional, or CISSP.
• Experience with Microsoft Intune, Azure Policy, or Azure EntraID.
• Experience with Google Cloud Platform.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only qualified individuals closely matching the qualifications will be contacted. Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

Background check and drug screen may be required.

Pay range is not guaranteed; final offer depends on experience and location. Talascend offers benefits such as health and disability insurance, 401(k), EAP, paid time off, and holidays, subject to plan requirements and site mandates.

Talascend is an Equal Opportunity Employer, recruiting and hiring without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.