Cloud Engineer

About the job

The Cloud Engineer will be responsible for designing, implementing, managing, and supporting cloud infrastructure, services, and solutions in Microsoft Azure. This role will ensure efficient data storage, security compliance, and optimal system performance through the development, deployment, and debugging of cloud-based applications. The Cloud Engineer will also collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and support migrations to and from the Azure cloud.

In addition, this position will function as part of a team responsible for performing critical support tasks, ensuring network functionality and availability, and resolving issues to maintain reliable system performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assessing ex isting IT infrastructure and developing strategies to migrate or build applications and data to and from the cloud

• Choosing the appropriate cloud services (compute, storage, network, database) based on requirements

• Setting up and managing cloud infrastructure components such as virtual machines, load balancers, front door, CDNs, app services, and networking.

• Using scripting languages to automate cloud management tasks and streamline deployments.

• Implementing robust security measures on cloud platforms to protect sensitive data, including access control and encryptions.

• Monitoring cloud usage and ident ifying opportunities to reduce cloud expenses.

• Diagnosing and resolving issues related to cloud infrastructure and applications.

• Tracking the performance of cloud applications and identifying bottlenecks .

• Maintain and support Go Anywhere MFT platforms that process secure data transfers; create accounts and SFTP sites as requested ; develop and maintain process design documentation, end-user guides, and operating procedures for our Go Anywhere platform as applicable

• Prepares technical implementation plans that provide integrated solutions, including actions, milestones, timelines, and critical paths for complete solutions.

• Responsible for configuration management and documentation of system topologies

• Work closely with the Information Security team to quickly remediate any security concerns that arise

• Provide Level 3 support to the Service Desk team

Qualifications :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required :

• Knowledgeable in managing Linux servers, ensuring system security, efficiency, and reliability.

• Knowledgeable in SQL database environment, performing maintenance tasks and optimization of the environment, and ensuring data integrity and security.

• Active Directory experience (including promoting/demoting controllers, managing Active Directory DNS, FSMO roles, etc.)

• Microsoft 365 Administration (including advanced Exchange, SharePoint, Teams, and EntraID administration)

• U nderstanding of network protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, SNMP, SMTP, DHCP, and DNS), software network security, and port-level communication ( i.e. firewall configuration)

• Experience automating repetitive tasks with scripting with one or more of the following technologies and/or equivalent: (batch files, PowerShell, VBScript, WMI, etc.)

• System performance tuning, trending, and analysis

• Virtualization and cloud system management experience ( i.e. VMWare, Azure, AWS, etc.)

• Strong analytical skills

• Ability to learn quickly and tackle new and technically complex problems

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing needs and requirements

• Must be detail-oriented and an organized thinker who is service-minded with solid communication skills

Education and Experience :

• Bachelor's or Associates degree in Information Technology or related field with 5 + years’ experience in systems administration.

• Microsoft or VMware certifications are r equired .

• Virtualization and cloud system management experience (i.e. , VMWare, Azure).

• Experience in Windows Server administration/management.

• Experience with Linux-based operating systems, specifically IBM AIX.

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position constantly .

• Occasionally , light lifting to 25 pounds may be required .

Work Environment:

• Office environment.

• Occasional travel may be required .

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; and nothing in this herein restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

It is the policy of World Acceptance Corporation to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The duties listed are the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made unless they create an undue hardship to the Company. Physical and environmental requirements are representative of those needed to successfully perform the job.