Manager, Cloud Engineering Lead

LA28•Los Angeles, CA

11h•$88,000 - $125,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager, Cloud Engineering Lead focuses on cloud infrastructure (IaaS/PaaS) with an emphasis on Google Cloud Platform (GCP), backend integrations, and identity architecture. The role manages App Registrations, API permissions, and modern authentication scoping within Microsoft Entra. Working with Application Owners, Cybersecurity, IAM/IGA, Architecture, SOC, and Operations teams, this position streamlines access, builds integrations, enforces policies, and improves monitoring and automation to ensure scalable operations. Responsibilities also include managing B2B partnerships, contributing to governance, and developing documentation such as SOPs and data‑flow diagrams, supporting secure application onboarding and advancing LA28’s cloud.

Requirements

Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Additional Useful Training: Zero Trust architecture, SIEM onboarding (Sentinel/Splunk), modern auth (OIDC/OAuth/FIDO2), cloud security fundamentals, and API lifecycle management / RESTful architecture.
5+ years of combined experience architecting cloud infrastructure (specifically GCP or similar IaaS/PaaS) and engineering complex enterprise API integrations, supported by hands-on automation skills using scripting (Python, PowerShell) or Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC).
3-5+ years of deep technical experience managing Microsoft Entra ID (Enterprise App Registrations, SSO, OAuth/OIDC) and implementing Zero Trust architecture, including SaaS security hardening and collaborating with cybersecurity teams for SIEM/SOC integrations.
Demonstrated leadership in end-to-end lifecycle management, overseeing infrastructure and application onboarding, secure design, structured deployment practices (UAT, change management, release cycles), and operational readiness.
Proven ability to drive cross-functional engineering efforts, acting as the technical integration bridge across Architecture, Security, IAM, Applications, PMO, and Operations teams, supported by strong technical project management skills (scoping, prioritization, and work planning).
Experience with operational automation and workflow design, including the creation of approval flows, triggers, and guardrails that improve reliability and enforce enterprise policies.
Strong foundational understanding of enterprise networking protocols (DNS, DHCP, routing, VLANs, ACLs, and TCP/UDP) as they relate to cloud connectivity and secure integrations.
Extremely detail-oriented with excellent analytical and presentation skills, including the ability to translate complex cloud architectures and API integrations into clear visualizations and data-flow diagrams for stakeholders.
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills, with a proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and act as a trusted Subject Matter Expert (SME) and advisor within the Technology team.
Well-developed problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently, combined with a forward-looking mindset and an interest in leveraging AI tools to accelerate scripting, automation, and operational efficiencies.
High level of adaptability in a constantly evolving, fast paced, and entrepreneurial environment.
Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
Additional Useful Training: Zero Trust architecture, SIEM onboarding (Sentinel/Splunk), modern auth (OIDC/OAuth/FIDO2), cloud security fundamentals.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Certifications: GCP (Professional Cloud Architect or Associate Cloud Engineer), AWS (Solutions Architect Professional or Solutions Architect/SysOps Associate), or Azure (Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Administrator Associate). ITIL v3/v4/v5 are a plus.
Preferred Certifications: CISSP (or pursuit), SC‑300, AZ‑104, AZ‑500, MS‑102, ITIL v3/v4.

Responsibilities

Design, deploy, and manage Google Cloud Platform (GCP) infrastructure to support Application team initiatives.
Develop and manage complex API integrations between LA28 enterprise systems, SaaS platforms, and custom applications.
Support the IAM Manager by executing identity engineering tasks, including Entra app registrations, SSO integrations, and identity automation.
Establish a SaaS and platform hardening control set in collaboration with the Cyber Security team.
Evaluate and apply industry best practices for hardening IaaS/PaaS deployments, SaaS applications, and custom applications.
Partner with internal stakeholders to advise on security best practices for existing or Line of Business SaaS applications.
Design and deploy Single-Sign On integration patterns using Microsoft Entra and ensure alignment with LA28’s Architecture principles and Cybersecurity controls.
Define and implement cloud integration strategies that adhere to organizational security policies, Zero Trust principles, and enterprise architecture standards.
Manage partner and vendor relationships ensuring B2B integrations remain secure, compliant, and operational with proper monitoring and lifecycle oversight.
Develop and maintain documentation, including SOPs, runbooks, integration standards, data-flow diagrams, user journeys, and operational readiness guides.
Lead technical integration work for cloud applications, conduct requirements gathering through secure design, engineering, deployment, and operational handoff.
Partner with Applications and Architecture team to develop secure, scalable integrations between enterprise systems, SaaS applications, IAM platforms, and security tooling (SIEM/SOC pipelines, logging, monitoring).
Analyze application and business processes to streamline user access flows, portal access, enforce policy controls, and build automation that improves reliability and compliance.
Manage partner and vendor relationships ensuring B2B integrations remain secure, compliant, and operational with proper monitoring and lifecycle oversight.
Perform other duties as required; the role will evolve over time and may include operational responsibilities during the Olympic and Paralympic Games.