Cloud Engineer
Tech Consulting
About the Role
This is an entry-level Junior Cloud Engineer position focused on client-facing projects for Fortune 500 companies across the U.S. It offers an opportunity to launch a cloud engineering career with hands-on experience in enterprise projects and cloud platforms.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in deploying, configuring, and maintaining cloud infrastructure across AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- Support cloud-based virtual machines, storage, databases, and networking resources.
- Monitor cloud environments and assist with troubleshooting infrastructure and application issues.
- Work with Linux and Windows operating systems in cloud and enterprise environments.
- Support networking fundamentals, including IP addressing, DNS, TCP/IP, VPNs, firewalls, and connectivity troubleshooting.
- Assist with cloud resource provisioning, configuration, and environment management.
- Learn and apply cloud security best practices, identity and access management (IAM), and access control policies.
- Support cloud monitoring, logging, performance optimization, and basic cost management.
- Assist with scripting and automation using Python, Bash, PowerShell, or similar tools.
- Gain exposure to infrastructure as code tools such as Terraform or AWS CloudFormation.
- Support backup, recovery, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes.
- Work with Git and version control tools to manage scripts and configuration files.
- Collaborate with senior cloud engineers, DevOps teams, and client stakeholders to deliver reliable cloud solutions.
- Document technical procedures, configurations, troubleshooting steps, and infrastructure changes.
- Stay updated on emerging cloud technologies, automation tools, and industry best practices.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Foundational knowledge of at least one cloud platform: AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
- Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts and cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
- Basic understanding of networking concepts, including IP addressing, DNS, TCP/IP, and firewalls.
- Familiarity with Linux or Windows operating systems.
- Basic knowledge of virtualization, servers, storage, and IT infrastructure.
- Awareness of cloud security, user permissions, and identity and access management.
- Familiarity with troubleshooting, monitoring, and technical documentation.
- Ability to relocate to Atlanta for initial training and travel to client locations across the United States.
Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
- Understanding of scripting or programming fundamentals using Python, Bash, or PowerShell is a plus.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
- Good communication skills, adaptability, and a willingness to learn new technologies.
Bonus Points (Not Required)
- Exposure to AWS services such as EC2, S3, IAM, Lambda, or VPC.
- Familiarity with Microsoft Azure services such as Virtual Machines, Storage Accounts, Virtual Networks, or Azure Monitor.
- Exposure to Google Cloud services such as Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, or IAM.
- Familiarity with Linux command-line tools and shell scripting.
- Basic knowledge of Docker, containers, or Kubernetes.
- Exposure to Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation, or other infrastructure automation tools.
- Familiarity with Git, CI/CD pipelines, or DevOps workflows.
- Understanding of cloud networking, load balancing, and security groups.
- Exposure to cloud monitoring tools, logging, and performance management.
- Familiarity with databases, backup strategies, and disaster recovery.
- Experience with academic projects, personal labs, internships, or cloud certifications such as AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900), or Google Cloud Digital Leader.
Compensation and Benefits
- Full-time W2 employee from day one.
- Hourly pay increases as you accumulate billable hours.
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Corporate housing and relocation covered.
- 401(k) eligibility after one year.
- Exposure to Fortune 500 clients and enterprise cloud projects.
- Dedicated support team and technical mentorship.
- Performance bonuses.