Cloud Solutions Engineer III

VCU Health • Richmond, VA

3d • $100,526 - $155,813 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Cloud Solutions Engineer III leads the design, implementation, and management of the organization's cloud infrastructure. The role is responsible for maintaining the stability, security, and scalability of cloud environments and supporting related networking, storage, and identity-management services. It also includes integrating cloud services with on-premises systems and applications, supporting IT operational systems, and providing technical guidance to end-users, IT staff, and junior team members.

This is a hybrid position for candidates who live within approximately one hour's commuting distance of Richmond, Virginia. The work takes place in a general office environment and may involve high stress, fluctuating workloads, frequent interruptions, and prolonged periods working alone. Travel by car to off-site locations is required and may occasionally occur in adverse weather conditions.

The role has physical requirements that include lifting and carrying, pushing and pulling, stooping, kneeling, squatting, balancing, bending, sitting, walking, and standing. Additional requirements include manual dexterity, reaching above the shoulder, repetitive arm and hand movements, finger dexterity, color vision, and near and far visual acuity. Hazards include depth-perception demands and potential exposure to electrical shock. Mental and sensory requirements include recall, reasoning, problem-solving, hearing, clear speech, legible writing, reading, and logical thinking. The employee must also handle a fast-paced environment, multiple priorities, and frequent change.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional certification.
• At least 6 years of experience in cloud engineering or a related role.
• Proven track record leading the design and implementation of cloud solutions.
• Experience managing and troubleshooting complex cloud environments and hands-on cloud resource management.
• Experience integrating cloud services with other IT systems and applications.
• Demonstrated ability to ensure compliance with security policies and best practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, cybersecurity, information systems, or a related field.
• Certifications in related fields, including Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Google Certified Professional Cloud Architect.
• Experience managing and supporting Linux server environments.
• Experience with hybrid cloud solutions.
• In-depth knowledge of identity and access management (IAM) principles and best practices.
• Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST, ISO, or CIS.
• Experience with multi-factor authentication (MFA) and single sign-on (SSO) solutions.
• Understanding of network protocols and services related to cloud environments, including TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, firewalls, load balancers, and content delivery networks.
• Knowledge of virtualization and containerization technologies, including virtual machines, Docker, and Kubernetes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of cloud solutions to meet business requirements.
• Oversee the management and maintenance of cloud resources, including virtual machines, storage accounts, and networking components.
• Monitor and troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure issues to ensure high availability and performance.
• Implement and manage cloud security policies and configuration settings.
• Collaborate with other IT teams to integrate cloud services with on-premises systems and applications.
• Ensure compliance with security policies and cloud best practices.
• Provide technical support and guidance to end-users and other IT staff.
• Mentor and train junior team members.
• Assist in the deployment, configuration, and maintenance of IT operational systems.

What This Job Offers

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