Manager of Cloud Engineering

Century City, CA 90067

Posted: 09/13/2024 Employment Type: Direct Hire Skill Set: Infrastructure Job Number: 2695 Pay Range: $180,000 to $220,000 / Annually

Job Description


This role involves working in a hybrid environment with 2-3 days onsite at either their Los Angeles or New York office. 


About the Role:

A global IT team is seeking an experienced Manager of Cloud Engineering to lead the cloud infrastructure initiatives. In this role, you’ll manage a team responsible for modernizing legacy systems, driving cloud technology adoption, and establishing best practices across the organization.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud infrastructure, hybrid systems, and on-premise architectures. You will oversee the Cloud Services team, manage cloud-related projects, and implement automation to streamline processes while enhancing security.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead and manage the Cloud Services team responsible for key platforms, technologies, and processes.
  • Design and implement cloud-based, multi-region solutions on Azure, utilizing DevOps tools to modernize systems.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect secure, scalable cloud solutions.
  • Employ Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to manage and provision Azure resources, such as virtual machines, containers, storage, and networks.
  • Define infrastructure using tools like Terraform and Azure Resource Manager, leveraging CI/CD pipelines for seamless implementation.
  • Act as a technical subject matter expert (SME) for junior team members and external stakeholders, providing L3 support as needed.
  • Manage and troubleshoot Azure systems and applications, ensuring they perform optimally and securely.
  • Design and enforce Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies within Azure AD, ensuring secure resource access.
  • Optimize Azure infrastructure for performance, scalability, cost-efficiency, and security using best practices.
  • Develop automation scripts and tools using PowerShell, Python, or similar utilities.
  • Identify and recommend architectural changes to improve system stability and reliability.
  • Translate business requirements into technical solutions and foster innovation.
  • Provide infrastructure systems support and conduct root cause analysis.
  • Maintain team workflows in Jira, document processes in Confluence, and lead team stand-ups.

Experience:
  • 10+ years in enterprise IT infrastructure engineering.
  • 5+ years of experience with Microsoft Azure in large-scale environments.
  • 5+ years of experience leading cloud-focused teams.
  • Hands-on experience with Azure Landing Zones, cloud migration projects, and hybrid environments.
  • Expertise in infrastructure configuration tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible).
  • Proficiency in scripting languages like PowerShell and/or Python.
  • Strong understanding of identity solutions (Azure AD, Microsoft Active Directory, OKTA).
  • Experience with both Windows Server and Linux OS.
  • Proficiency with Git, Terraform, and AKS.
  • Knowledge of cloud security controls, including network isolation, resource security, vulnerability management, and firewall configurations.
  • Familiarity with private, public, and hybrid cloud environments.
  • Practical knowledge of the OSI network model, WAN/LAN technologies, and network security.

Skills & Requirements:
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to capture and document business requirements.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to present complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Proven ability to manage stakeholders and lead discussions on project prioritization.
  • Detail-oriented with strong decision-making skills and sound judgment.
  • Flexibility to work across time zones and adapt to changing project demands.

Education & Certifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or equivalent technical experience.
  • Relevant Microsoft Azure certifications are highly preferred.

Additional Attributes:
  • Proactive, solutions-oriented individual with a can-do attitude and a drive to improve operational efficiency.
  • Comfortable with ambiguity and quick to adapt in a dynamic environment.
  • Strong team player with a passion for innovation and efficiency.

Equal Opportunity Employer:
KInect is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Meet Your Recruiter

Spencer Cristoforo
Sr. Technical Recruiter

Spencer was born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts and contributes 5 years of technical recruiting experience to the team. He earned his bachelor’s degree in Communications from Keene State College in Keene, New Hampshire and has been involved in agency recruiting since 2014. He prides himself on the ability to understand what a candidate truly needs to feel challenged and fulfilled at their next position. This understanding ultimately leads to both a satisfied candidate and a happy client! Spencer is huge Boston sports fan with an intense passion for the Celtics and Red Sox. Other than Boston sports, his other hobbies include playing piano and guitar, which he has been doing for the last 10 years.

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