Engineer I - Cloud Infrastructure and Security

University of Maine System • Orono, ME

4h • $70,000

About The Position

The Cloud Infrastructure and Security Engineer I provides Tier 3 technical support for an Azure Government environment, including Microsoft 365 GCC High and Azure Government Cloud. The role supports mixed Windows and Linux servers, virtual desktop infrastructure, and cloud-based endpoint and application management services. The engineer works closely with Managed Service Provider (MSP) and Managed Security Service Provider (MSSP) partners to maintain a secure, compliant, and highly available cloud environment.

The role also supports security protection assets, including Duo hardware-key multi-factor authentication, Umbrella DNS security, FortiGate firewall and VPN services, and Entra ID single sign-on. It assists with security incident response and investigations, develops automation to improve operational efficiency, maintains Microsoft Sentinel SIEM logging integrations, and maintains environment documentation and baseline configurations. This is described as an opportunity for an early-career cloud or security professional to develop skills in a regulated government-cloud environment, with exposure to CMMC compliance requirements.

The position is at the University of Maine. The posting states that the typical salary for this soft-money funded position is up to $70,000, commensurate with qualifications and experience. For full consideration, application materials must be submitted by 4:30 p.m. EST on November 30, 2026. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education, certifications, and experience.
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience in IT support, systems administration, or cloud engineering.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Azure.
• Familiarity with Entra ID (Azure AD) or Microsoft Active Directory, including SSO and identity/access management concepts.
• Experience administering Windows Server and/or Linux server environments.
• Basic familiarity with firewall and VPN concepts.
• Exposure to multi-factor authentication solutions.
• Basic scripting or automation experience with PowerShell, Azure CLI, Python, Bash, Terraform, Ansible, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with SIEM concepts and log management.
• Strong written communication skills and ability to produce clear technical documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and ability to work in cross-disciplinary research teams.
• Ability to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• U.S. person status is required to comply with the Arms Export Control and Export Administration Act. The posting defines eligible U.S. persons as U.S. citizens, legal permanent residents as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1101(a)(20), or protected individuals as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3).
• Ability to pass a background investigation and maintain any clearance or suitability determination required for continued access.
• Submit a cover letter describing experience, interests, and suitability for the position, and a resume or curriculum vitae.

Nice To Haves

• CompTIA Security+ or another DoD 8140/8570-aligned certification.
• Microsoft certifications such as AZ-104, AZ-500, or SC-300.
• Fortinet NSE certification(s).
• Prior experience working in Azure Government or GCC High environments.
• Prior experience administering Fortinet firewalls (FortiGate) and VPN (FortiClient) services.
• Prior experience administering Duo Multi-Factor Authentication.
• Prior exposure to Microsoft Sentinel.
• Prior experience working alongside an MSP and/or MSSP.
• Prior exposure to CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, or similar compliance frameworks.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code or configuration management tooling.

Responsibilities

• Provide Tier 3 technical support for an Azure Government environment, including Microsoft 365 GCC High and Azure Government Cloud.
• Support Windows and Linux servers, virtual desktop infrastructure, and cloud-based endpoint and application management services.
• Work with MSP and MSSP partners to maintain a secure, compliant, and highly available cloud environment.
• Support Duo hardware-key multi-factor authentication, Umbrella DNS security, FortiGate firewall and VPN services, and Entra ID single sign-on.
• Assist with security incident response and investigations.
• Build automation to improve operational efficiency.
• Maintain Microsoft Sentinel SIEM logging integrations.
• Maintain documentation and baseline configurations for the environment.

Benefits

• Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Retirement plan options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level