Associate I, Cloud Engineer (Omaha, NE)

First National Bank of Omaha•Omaha, NE

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Cloud Engineer is an entry-level role for early-career technologists interested in cloud computing and developing a career in cloud infrastructure and automation. Working under the guidance of experienced Cloud Engineers, the incumbent helps support and maintain cloud-hosted platforms on AWS and learns to build resilient, secure, and efficient services as part of FNBO’s cloud transformation. The role is suited to a recent graduate with a strong technical foundation, curiosity about cloud technologies, and a growth mindset who wants hands-on professional experience in a supportive team environment. The position is expected to work in a hybrid capacity, with in-person collaboration three days per week and remote flexibility two days per week. Work location may change based on business needs. Candidates must have unrestricted work authorization and must not require future sponsorship.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent coursework or certifications.
Foundational knowledge of cloud computing concepts (AWS, Azure, or GCP), gained through coursework, internships, personal projects, or self-study.
Some exposure to scripting or programming languages such as Python, BASH, PowerShell, or Java through academic coursework or personal projects.
Basic understanding of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, and firewalls.
Genuine interest in and willingness to learn Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and Ansible.
Strong analytical and problem-solving aptitude.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and demonstrated eagerness to learn new technologies.
Ability to work effectively independently and as a member of a cross-functional team.
Knowledge of MS Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Unrestricted work authorization with no need for future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Cloud certification such as AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Azure Fundamentals, or a GCP equivalent.
Exposure to Linux/Unix system administration.
Familiarity with Git or other version control systems.
Coursework, internship, or project experience involving containerization, such as Docker or Kubernetes.
Understanding of Agile/Scrum methodology.

Responsibilities

With guidance, assist in developing and maintaining a resilient, secure, scalable, and efficient cloud-hosted platform supporting FNBO’s cloud transformation.
Learn and apply cloud design, infrastructure design, and application framework best practices under the mentorship of senior team members.
Assist in implementing Infrastructure as Code and Configuration as Code tools and automation for cloud infrastructure and platform services.
Assist in building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines for continuous integration and code deployment.
Develop skills with automation technologies such as Terraform and Ansible, and scripting languages, to support process efficiency and reliability.
Learn to use Dynatrace to help identify cloud infrastructure issues, availability gaps, and performance bottlenecks.
Assist with production issue troubleshooting and, over time, participate in an after-hours support rotation with team support.
Collaborate with peer teams and support organizations, communicating clearly and professionally about technical topics.
Assist in creating documentation, including run books and procedures, to support knowledge sharing.
Participate in communities of practice to build a foundational understanding of cloud computing technologies.
Pursue self-learning of technical skills and tools and stay current on emerging cloud industry trends.
Support testing and maintenance activities for disaster recovery plans in a hybrid multi-cloud environment.