AWS Cloud Engineer

S R International • Phoenix, AZ

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), a State of Arizona client, is seeking an AWS Cloud Engineer to support cloud infrastructure, automation, system administration, and operational reliability. The role involves building and maintaining AWS solutions and scalable, highly available, fault-tolerant cloud environments across IaaS and PaaS. The engineer will work with Windows and Linux servers, automation and Infrastructure as Code, cloud networking, security, monitoring, troubleshooting, cost optimization, and AI-assisted operations. The position is described as hybrid in Phoenix, Arizona, with flexible work-from-home options. The initial onsite requirement is on the first day, followed by onsite attendance once per quarter and as required for business needs; another note describes monthly in-office attendance, so the final schedule should be confirmed with the client. Standard hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with occasional after-hours maintenance or operational changes. The initial contract is six months, with potential conversion to a permanent State employee based on performance and business needs. Arizona residency is required, or the candidate must be willing to relocate. Candidates must be eligible for permanent State employment; visa sponsorship is unavailable. An enterprise background investigation is required, including HireRight background checks and Global ID facial biometrics. During the contract phase, benefits are managed by the staffing agency. Upon conversion, employees may qualify for State of Arizona benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as the ASRS Defined Benefit Pension Plan. The client is seeking candidates interested in a long-term public-service career.

Requirements

• At least 5 years of experience as a Cloud Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of AWS cloud infrastructure, including creating and administering cloud solutions.
• Experience administering Microsoft Windows Server and Linux Server.
• Experience with AI tools and AI-assisted engineering.
• Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, multi-tier application architecture, and virtualized environments.
• Experience with PowerShell, Python, Bash, JSON, or CLI tools for automation and scripting.
• Proficiency in Git/source control, DevOps workflows, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including DNS, TCP/IP, firewalls, and load balancing.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Arizona residency or willingness to relocate to Arizona.
• Eligibility to convert to a permanent State employee; visa sponsorship is unavailable.
• Ability to complete the required enterprise background investigation.
• Availability for standard business hours and occasional after-hours maintenance or operational changes.

Nice To Haves

• Experience debugging complex infrastructure issues.
• Active AWS certification, preferably Associate or Professional level.
• Relevant cloud certifications in AWS or Microsoft Azure.
• Experience with cloud cost optimization, automated auditing and monitoring, and database deployments across public cloud environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Automate cloud operations using Infrastructure as Code, scripting, and source-control platforms.
• Deploy, configure, and maintain scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant cloud environments across IaaS and PaaS.
• Collaborate with enterprise architects to develop secure, resilient cloud solutions aligned with organizational requirements.
• Monitor, audit, and resolve infrastructure issues across virtualization, containers, microservices, and application stacks.
• Apply security standards and implement cloud cost-control and optimization practices.
• Use AI tools and Large Language Models (LLMs) to accelerate scripting, troubleshoot infrastructure issues, prepare documentation, and improve operational workflows.
• Support cloud networking involving DNS, TCP/IP, firewalls, load balancing, and data-flow controls.
• Maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and cloud platform standards.

Benefits

• Upon conversion to a permanent State employee, employees may qualify for health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and life insurance.
• Upon conversion, employees may qualify for the ASRS Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
• During the contract phase, benefits are managed by the staffing agency.
• Flexible work-from-home options are available.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed