Job Overview:
Sure Secure is looking for a candidate to join our team as a Cloud Engineer to provide support to the IRS-CI client. The Data Center Information Services (DCIS) Cloud Support task enables the transition of legacy products into modern cloud-based technologies and implements new cloud service initiatives. The Cloud Engineer provides subject matter expertise to design, implement, manage, and secure cloud infrastructure. The engineer ensures that solutions align with portfolio business goals, comply fully with established security requirements, and include complete documentation sufficient for handoff to operations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan, design, implement, operate, and maintain cloud environments leveraging AWS, Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Azure, Google Cloud, Nutanix, and other relevant platforms.
- Provide expert-level subject matter expertise and technical support throughout the engineering lifecycle, including planning, design, implementation, operations, and maintenance.
- Conduct audits of the technology portfolio to map enterprise capabilities and applications into appropriate cloud services.
- Develop comprehensive end-to-end cloud solutions that integrate resiliency, security, performance, and compliance with operational requirements.
- Define, implement, and maintain cloud engineering standards to optimize cost, accelerate deployment timelines, strengthen security compliance, and ensure business continuity.
- Create and maintain complete and accurate system documentation, including Architecture Documents, Engineering Plans, Administrator Guides, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Communicate precise and regular updates to leadership on the status of assigned cloud initiatives.
- Adhere to enterprise IT processes, including Cloud Front Door, Security Change Requests, Firewall Change Requests, and the ELC path, ensuring the timely completion of all compliance documentation.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent work experience).
- 7+ years of experience delivering enterprise-grade cloud solutions in federal or large enterprise environments.
- 5+ years of hands-on enterprise experience with Microsoft 365 in a hybrid environment.
- Expert knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), hybrid authentication, and identity integration using Azure AD Connect.
- Proven expertise in Exchange hybrid management/migration, Intune device management, and advanced Teams administration.
- Strong knowledge of compliance frameworks (NIST, FedRAMP, IRS-specific security policies) and federal security requirements.
- Documented ability to create technical system documentation (architecture, SOPs, administrator guides).
- Strong communication skills with both technical and executive audiences.
- Clearance: Must be able to obtain/maintain IRS MBI (Moderate Risk Background Investigation) Public Trust – High Risk
Desired Qualifications:
- Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (Entra ID)
- Microsoft Certified: Intune Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Teams Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Exchange Online Administrator
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
- Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate/Professional)
- Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect
- Nutanix Certified Professional (NCP) or advanced equivalent
- Experience leading projects in Agile or hybrid-Agile delivery frameworks
Sure Secure Solutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including Vets and Disabled. Employment contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation.
At Sure Secure Solutions we have an enjoyable working environment, offering competitive benefit packages and surrounded with professionals who have the subject matter expertise to develop innovative, cutting-edge business solutions in an ever-evolving technology landscape. The benefits include Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life insurance, Long and short-term disability, Paid time off, 401(k) Retirement plan. More specific information on benefits eligibility will be provided as part of the interview process.
This is a full-time Role. U.S. citizenship is required. All candidates must be able to obtain a Public Trust Clearance (PTC).