IT Infrastructure Cloud Operations Engineer - Permanent role, with bonus and benefits

Must be local, can report to NYC - hybrid

No 3rd party resumes/visa candidates - we cannot sponsor.

We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled IT Infrastructure Operations Systems and Cloud Engineer to join our dynamic team. In this critical role, you will play a key part in ensuring the smooth operation, security, and scalability of our on-premises and cloud-based infrastructure. You will leverage your expertise in both traditional IT operations and cloud technologies to optimize performance, automate processes, and drive continuous improvement.

Responsibilities:

• Manage and administer on-premises infrastructure, including servers, storage, networking equipment, and operating systems.
• Design, deploy, and manage cloud resources on platforms like Microsoft Azure or AWS, ensuring high availability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Automate infrastructure provisioning, configuration management, and deployments using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot technical issues, and proactively identify and resolve potential problems.
• Implement and maintain security best practices for both on-premises and cloud environments.
• Migrate on-premises infrastructure and applications to the cloud (as needed).
• Partner with developers and other IT professionals to ensure alignment between infrastructure and application needs.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest IT infrastructure and cloud technologies, including emerging trends and best practices.

Required Skills:

• Proven experience managing and administering on-premises IT infrastructure (servers, storage, networking).
• Solid understanding of cloud computing concepts (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and experience with a major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or Ansible.
• Familiarity with scripting languages (PowerShell, Python, Bash) for automation.
• Strong understanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, DNS).
• Experience with system monitoring tools and troubleshooting methodologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong collaboration and teamwork skills.
• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and efficiency.