What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cloud Development Specialist/UKHC position at University of Kentucky Health System (Uk Health)?
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Cloud Development Specialist/UKHC |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE48530 |
| Working Title | Cloud Analyst |
| Department Name | H3997:EVPHA Information Technology |
| Work Location | Lexington. KY |
| Grade Level | 11 |
| Salary Range | $54,080-95,056/year |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | BS |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | 3 yrs |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) certification required within one year of hire. |
| Physical Requirements | This position may require sitting, standing, and/or walking for extended periods of time. |
| Shift | Primarily Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM with occasional evenings and weekends per departmental needs. |
| Job Summary | The Cloud Development Specialist will collaborate with the Cloud Engineer to design, deploy, and maintain robust cloud infrastructure solutions for UK HealthCare, with a focus on BC/DR environments. This position will be instrumental in delivering secure, scalable, and high-performing cloud solutions to support critical healthcare operations. Key responsibilities include: Configuring, monitoring, and maintaining systems and services to ensure high availability and compliance in UK HealthCare cloud environments. Collaborating with customer support teams to analyze and resolve cloud-related issues. Supporting configuration management, infrastructure provisioning, and the integration of secure networking solutions. Proactively monitoring and optimizing cloud systems for performance, security, and compliance. Analyzing and resolving cloud-related issues in collaboration with support teams and stakeholders. Automating infrastructure processes using scripting tools such as Python or PowerShell to improve system reliability and reduce manual effort. This is a hybrid position. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Proficiency in Azure cloud architecture, including role-based access control (RBAC) and hybrid environments. · Strong understanding of networking principles, including VLANs, switches, and firewall configurations. · Hands-on experience with monitoring tools, infrastructure provisioning, and cloud security best practices. · Knowledge of scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for process automation. · Certifications such as CompTIA Cloud Essentials, AZ-900, and Cybersecurity Fundamentals are preferred. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. CompTIA Cloud Essentials, Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900), ISC2 Cybersecurity. Azure Administrators (AZ-104),Cybersecurity fundamentals, Certified Network Professional, preferred. Experience with Azure BC/DR implementations or hybrid cloud environments is a plus. |
| Deadline to Apply | 01/01/2025 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. |
Salary : $54,080 - $95,056
