Cloud Operations Engineer

Job Summary:

The AZASRS Cloud Operations Engineer is a contract-to-hire role within the Technical Services Division, responsible for managing and automating enterprise cloud platforms. This position focuses on deploying, configuring, and maintaining scalable and secure cloud environments primarily using AWS, with a goal of transitioning into a permanent state role. The engineer will work in a hybrid setting based in Phoenix, Arizona, supporting mission-critical cloud infrastructure and collaborating with enterprise architects to deliver resilient cloud solutions.

• Orchestrate and automate cloud platforms using Infrastructure as Code (IaC), scripting, and source control management tools.
• Deploy, configure, and operate scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant systems across public cloud environments (IaaS and PaaS).
• Collaborate with enterprise architects to gather requirements and deliver secure, resilient cloud solutions.
• Monitor, audit, and troubleshoot technical issues across complex application stacks including virtualization, containers, and microservices.
• Implement security guidelines and establish cost-control and optimization mechanisms for cloud environments.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, desk procedures, and standards for cloud applications and platform usage.

• Strong knowledge of cloud infrastructure, especially AWS cloud computing solutions.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Windows Server and Linux Server administration in virtualized environments.
• 3-5+ years automating operational tasks using PowerShell, Python, Bash, JSON, or CLI tools.
• Proficiency with Git/SCM platforms, DevOps automation workflows, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) implementations.
• Experience leveraging AI tools and Large Language Models (LLMs) for scripting, debugging, documentation, and workflow optimization.
• Solid understanding of enterprise networking concepts including DNS, TCP/IP, firewalls, load balancing, and data flow controls.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, critical-thinking, and communication skills with the ability to work independently.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Management Systems, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• 3-5+ years managing enterprise public cloud environments and automated infrastructure.
• Active cloud certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect, CloudOps Engineer, DevOps Engineer, or Microsoft Azure Administrator/Solutions Architect.
• Expertise in cloud cost optimization, automated auditing/monitoring, and managing database deployments in public cloud models.

• Contract-to-hire position requiring eligibility to convert to full-time employment.
• Candidate must reside in or be willing to relocate to Arizona.
• Onsite attendance required on the first day and quarterly thereafter; hybrid work arrangement with monthly office visits.
• Must pass background checks and drug screenings as part of the hiring process.
• Employment contingent on successful completion of enterprise background investigation.
• Must be available for in-person interviews within one week of posting close date and able to start within two weeks of offer.
• State does not sponsor visas.

• Standard business hours with occasional participation in after-hours operational changes and maintenance windows.
• Full-time, 40 hours per week.