Cloud Engineer II

Location: Work from home (Remote) or any of our offices - Atlanta, GA or Naples, FL

The Company:
Founded in June 2017, ConnexPay is a payments company creating game-changing technology that is transforming modern e-commerce. As an innovative financial technology and payments company, ConnexPay offers combined payment acceptance and issuance processes inside a single solution to enterprise corporations that provide intermediary services (i.e., online travel agencies, online marketplaces, e-commerce brokers, etc.). The company’s technology reduces payment risk and lowers the cost of payment acceptance. Through our people, ConnexPay is poised to become the industry leader in payments for industries historically viewed as high-risk to payment providers and sponsor banks.

ConnexPay is proud of our culture, where we focus on employee engagement and customer satisfaction. Here our people feel comfortable voicing their opinions, which helps us build a safe environment for all. We are customer focused and truly believe that behaviors drive our culture — and our culture drives our results — always working as one team to win.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for a Cloud Engineer II that has extensive experience with Azure Cloud IaaS, PaaS, AAD and general cloud technologies. In this role, you will be part of a team that is responsible for managing all company infrastructure systems and devices. This team recommends, acquires, and implements operational software system(s). This position will work closely with our CISO and cybersecurity projects to implement and adhere to ConnexPay’s Information Security posture. Additionally, this role will lead infrastructure projects that design, implement, monitor, and secure Azure services. This role reports to the VP of IT Operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for Infrastructure architecture initiatives to support ConnexPay system requirements
• Assist with setup, configuration of security systems connecting to ConnexPay resources
• Install 3rd party enterprise software as required by each ConnexPay department
• Assist with the planning and implementation of endpoint management strategy
• Administer Microsoft365, SharePoint, MS-Team and EntraAD (onboarding and offboarding administration)
• Implement systems compliant with PCI/SOC and show related evidence
• Work with Data Security Analyst to design, configure, and implement cybersecurity, anti-virus, anti-malware, and other security software
• Work with database and analytics teams to support, monitor, and update related SQLServer and Postgres systems
• Work with a 3rd party service providers that partner with us IaaS, and PaaS services
• Create and maintain road maps, diagrams, upgrades, and test plans for infrastructure system
• Establish processes to ensure an accurate inventory, accountability, and status of software
• Participate in Azure hardware selection process (i.e., Microsoft service plans) to support business functions
• Work with change management, development, and security teams to implement changes of devices to support ConnexPay application systems
• Work with security to develop and implement standards for ConnexPay security posture
• Create dashboards to provide updated information on the health of all managed devices
• Research and create performance metrics to evaluate security, configuration, and accountability of devices
• Inform leadership team on risks in the management, security, and availability of Azure services
• Create dashboards to provide quick and accurate information on all managed devices
• Other technology-related tasks as assigned by ConnexPay management

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or similar with 7 years of experience in IT, or 10 years of relevant training and experience in lieu of a degree
• Extensive experience with Azure Kubernetes, Azure Firewall, Azure networking, and any Web Application Firewall
• Other Azure services is a plus
• Experience with Windows and Linux Operating Systems
• Working administration knowledge of Microsoft365, EntraID and PowerShell scripting
• Experience with planning and executing infrastructure system upgrades
• AD/DNS/DHCP/VNET/VLAN administration experience
• Demonstrated expertise in SIEM Systems or similar platform
• Subject matter expert on Azure Portal Administration
• Experience with DataDog is a plus
• Experience managing Windows Web IIS Servers and Linux Apache/Tomcat
• Expert understanding of security technologies: OS hardening, DLP, vulnerability remediations
• Zscaler ZIA/ZPA experience is a plus
• Knowledge of Terraform is a plus

Benefits and Perks:

ConnexPay offers an attractive compensation package reflecting the scope of the role. Other benefits include:

• Unlimited vacation: Take as much time off as you need.
• Retirement savings: Immediate entry into 401(k) plan with company match.
• Excellent benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance options, plus company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Flexible work locations: Work from home, an office, or wherever you feel comfortable and productive.
• Autonomy: You’ll enjoy independence and responsibility for your role.
• Career advancement: Growth opportunities are endless at our successful, early-stage company.

EEO:

ConnexPay is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.