<p>We are looking for an experienced Tax Senior to join our team in northwest suburb of the Twin Cities. This role is ideal for a motivated individual with a strong background in tax preparation and compliance who thrives in a collaborative environment. You will play a key role in supporting clients with their tax needs while guiding entry-level team members and staying informed on the latest tax regulations.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare and review various types of tax returns, including partnership, S-corp, C-corp, individual, trust, and estate filings.</p><p>• Communicate effectively with clients to provide guidance on tax compliance and planning strategies.</p><p>• Act as a mentor and leader to entry-level staff, supporting their growth and development.</p><p>• Handle correspondence with tax authorities regarding notices and inquiries.</p><p>• Conduct thorough tax research and stay updated on changes in federal and state tax laws.</p><p>• Collaborate with clients to ensure accurate and timely filing of tax documents.</p><p>• Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously while maintaining high-quality standards.</p><p>• Assist in identifying tax-saving opportunities and strategies for clients.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with all applicable tax regulations and deadlines.</p>
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Financial Reporting</strong>: Prepare and review financial statements, reports, and tax returns to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations. </li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>Account Management</strong>: Manage accounts payable and receivable, including processing invoices, payments, and reconciling bank statements. </li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>General Ledger Maintenance</strong>: Maintain the general ledger by recording financial transactions and ensuring all entries are accurate. </li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>Compliance</strong>: Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local financial regulations and standards. </li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>Collaboration</strong>: Work closely with senior accountants and other financial professionals to support the overall financial operations of the company. </li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Q<strong>ualifications</strong></p><ul><li>E<strong>ducation</strong></li><li>: A bachelor's degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is typically required. </li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>Experience</strong>: Prior experience in accounting or finance roles is preferred, with internships or entry-level positions being beneficial. </li></ul><p><br></p><ul><li><strong>Skills</strong>: Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, proficiency in accounting software (e.g., QuickBooks), and knowledge of accounting principles are essential. </li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>We are seeking a highly skilled <strong>Senior Cloud Engineer</strong> with deep experience in both <strong>AWS</strong> and <strong>Azure</strong> to design, build, secure, and optimize cloud infrastructure supporting enterprise applications, data platforms, and modern digital workloads. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in hybrid/multi‑cloud environments and enjoys solving complex architecture challenges at scale.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Design, implement, and maintain scalable cloud infrastructure in <strong>AWS</strong> and <strong>Azure</strong>.</li><li>Lead cloud architecture and engineering initiatives including landing zones, virtual networks, IAM, policy governance, and automation.</li><li>Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines supporting infrastructure deployment using tools like GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, Terraform, or CloudFormation.</li><li>Develop Infrastructure‑as‑Code (IaC) templates and reusable modules for standardized deployments.</li><li>Optimize cloud performance, cost, scalability, and resilience across multi‑cloud environments.</li><li>Implement cloud security controls aligned with Zero Trust principles, including identity, encryption, segmentation, and workload protection.</li><li>Collaborate with application, data, and security teams to support cloud-native and containerized workloads (Docker, Kubernetes, AKS, EKS).</li><li>Drive automation, monitoring, observability, and alerting improvements using native cloud services and third‑party tools.</li><li>Troubleshoot complex cloud, networking, and environment issues across distributed systems.</li><li>Provide technical mentorship to junior engineers and influence cloud best practices across teams.</li></ul>
<p><strong>Cloud Engineer</strong></p><p>We are seeking a talented <strong>Cloud Engineer</strong> to join our infrastructure team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building cloud-based solutions, optimizing deployments, and supporting scalable, secure environments. The ideal candidate will have strong problem-solving abilities, excellent communication skills, and a solid foundation in cloud architecture with room to grow into more advanced engineering responsibilities.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Deploy, configure, and manage cloud resources across Azure, AWS, and/or GCP</li><li>Implement cloud security controls including IAM/RBAC permissions, encryption, policies, and MFA</li><li>Build and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code templates using Terraform, ARM/Bicep, or CloudFormation</li><li>Support CI/CD pipelines and automated deployments for application and infrastructure releases</li><li>Monitor cloud performance, availability, cost usage, and alerts using native tools</li><li>Troubleshoot cloud networking issues including firewalls, VNETs/VPCs, routing, gateways, and load balancers</li><li>Support containerized workloads using Docker and Kubernetes</li><li>Collaborate with developers, DevOps teams, and systems administrators on cloud projects</li><li>Document cloud architectures, procedures, and operational guidelines</li><li>Assist with cloud migrations, modernization initiatives, and optimization efforts</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>The Cloud Engineer will design, deploy, and maintain secure, scalable cloud infrastructure to support the organization’s business applications and technology needs. This role focuses on cloud architecture, automation, system reliability, and performance optimization across platforms such as Azure and AWS. The ideal candidate has strong experience with Infrastructure‑as‑Code, virtualization, networking, and cloud-native services.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Cloud Architecture & Engineering</strong></p><ul><li>Design, implement, and manage cloud-based infrastructure (Azure, AWS, or GCP depending on org).</li><li>Build and maintain scalable, secure, and highly available cloud solutions.</li><li>Develop Infrastructure‑as‑Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, ARM/Bicep, or CloudFormation.</li><li>Implement automation for provisioning, configuration, deployments, and patching.</li></ul><p><strong>Systems Deployment & Administration</strong></p><ul><li>Configure and administer virtual machines, containers, storage accounts, databases, and networking resources.</li><li>Manage identity, access control, and cloud security policies.</li><li>Support hybrid environments including VPNs, ExpressRoute, or similar connectivity methods.</li></ul><p><strong>Monitoring, Performance & Reliability</strong></p><ul><li>Deploy and maintain monitoring tools (CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Grafana, etc.).</li><li>Troubleshoot cloud infrastructure issues, identify root causes, and implement long-term fixes.</li><li>Optimize cost, performance, scalability, and disaster recovery designs.</li></ul><p><strong>Security, Compliance & Governance</strong></p><ul><li>Implement cloud security best practices including encryption, key management, RBAC, and MFA.</li><li>Maintain compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.</li><li>Participate in vulnerability management and cloud-related incident response.</li></ul><p><strong>Collaboration & Support</strong></p><ul><li>Partner with development and DevOps teams to support CI/CD pipelines and cloud workloads.</li><li>Provide technical guidance to cross-functional teams on cloud capabilities.</li><li>Document system architecture, runbooks, and operational procedures.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a skilled Cloud Engineer to join our team in Dublin, Ohio. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining scalable cloud infrastructure across AWS and Azure platforms. The ideal candidate has a strong background in automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and cloud operations, with a focus on reliability and security.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and manage secure, scalable cloud environments on AWS and Azure platforms.<br>• Develop and implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform to streamline cloud deployments.<br>• Create and maintain CI/CD pipelines, ensuring smooth integration and deployment processes.<br>• Automate provisioning and operational tasks using scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.<br>• Configure and monitor logging, security controls, and performance metrics to maintain system reliability.<br>• Troubleshoot and resolve cloud-related issues, collaborating with cross-functional teams.<br>• Optimize cloud resources and costs while ensuring high availability.<br>• Implement containerization solutions such as Docker to enhance scalability and efficiency.<br>• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for cloud operations.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Azure Cloud Engineer to join our team North Houston. In this role, you will leverage your expertise to manage cloud infrastructure, ensure system reliability, and collaborate with team members on key projects. This position requires a strong background in Azure administration and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, along with a commitment to delivering high-quality solutions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Design, implement, and manage Azure cloud infrastructure to support business needs.</p><p>• Utilize tools such as Terraform and Ansible to develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions.</p><p>• Collaborate with team members to maintain Office 365, Exchange Online, Intune, and Active Directory systems.</p><p>• Ensure the scalability and reliability of cloud-based systems by implementing auto-scaling solutions.</p><p>• Regularly assess and optimize cloud environments to enhance performance and security.</p><p>• Provide on-site support five days a week, with half-day Fridays.</p><p>• Travel to Midland quarterly to participate in team collaborations and align on project objectives.</p><p>• Maintain documentation for cloud processes and configurations to ensure clarity and compliance.</p><p>• Work closely with stakeholders to identify and address technical challenges.</p><p>• Support and contribute to the development of cloud strategies aligned with organizational goals.</p>
<p>We’re looking for a Senior Cloud Engineer to design, build, and operate secure, scalable infrastructure on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). You’ll lead with GKE for container orchestration, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform or Ansible) for repeatability, and scripting (Python, Shell/Bash) to automate everything from provisioning to observability. This role bridges architecture and hands-on delivery, partnering closely with DevOps, SRE, Security, and application teams.</p><p><br></p><p>What You’ll Do</p><ul><li><strong>Architect & implement</strong> highly available, cost-efficient GCP environments (VPCs, subnets, routing, load balancers, Cloud NAT, Cloud DNS, Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL/Spanner/BigQuery as applicable).</li><li><strong>Design, deploy, and operate GKE</strong> clusters (node pools, autoscaling, upgrades, ingress, CNI/CNI‑overlays, workload identity, network policies, pod security).</li><li><strong>Automate infrastructure</strong> with Terraform or Ansible (modules/roles, workspaces/environments, pipelines, policy-as-code).</li><li><strong>Build platform tooling</strong> and automation in Python/Shell/Bash (provisioning, configuration drift remediation, release packaging, operational runbooks).</li><li><strong>Implement observability</strong> (Cloud Monitoring/Logging, Prometheus/Grafana, OpenTelemetry) and actionable alerting/SLOs.</li><li><strong>Harden security</strong> (IAM least-privilege, service accounts, secrets management, private clusters, image scanning, workload identity, org policies).</li><li><strong>Enable CI/CD</strong> for apps and infra (Cloud Build/GitHub Actions/GitLab CI, artifact registries, blue/green or canary deployment strategies).</li><li><strong>Drive reliability</strong>—capacity planning, performance tuning, backup/DR strategies, incident response, root cause analysis, and postmortems.</li><li><strong>Mentor engineers</strong>, codify best practices, and contribute to architectural standards and roadmaps.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a highly skilled Cloud Systems Engineer to join our team in San Antonio, Texas. In this contract to permanent role, you will play a critical part in designing, implementing, and managing cloud-based solutions to meet the dynamic needs of a rapidly growing healthcare organization. Your expertise will contribute to optimizing infrastructure and ensuring seamless scalability to support business operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and implement scalable cloud-based and on-premise network solutions tailored to business requirements.<br>• Manage and execute server migrations, network refreshes, and data/software migration projects.<br>• Oversee the deployment and administration of Microsoft Azure and Office 365 environments.<br>• Automate provisioning processes to streamline operations and enhance system efficiency.<br>• Develop and evaluate innovative solutions to address evolving business needs while maintaining infrastructure reliability.<br>• Ensure optimal functionality and security of Active Directory, SharePoint, and VMware systems.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate Voice Over IP (VOIP) solutions into the IT ecosystem.<br>• Conduct regular assessments of cloud services and databases to identify opportunities for performance improvement.<br>• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to cloud computing and enterprise systems.<br>• Provide technical guidance and training to IT staff to enhance team capabilities.
<p>CLOUD APPLICATIONS SOLUTION ARCHITECT – Modern Transformation – Azure, CX, & Digital Applications, APi, & Digital projects </p><p>HIRE IN MARCH!</p><p>LOCATION: HYBRID 2 DAYS WEEKLY IN OFFICE IN DES MOINES IOWA . RELOCATION TO DES MOINES REQUIRED. NO TRAVEL!</p><p>SPONSORSHIP: EAD, GREEN CARD, OR US CITIZEN REQUIRED. No F1 OPT OR H1B VISA. </p><p>Are you a Senior C# .NET Developer who HAS DONE SOLUTIONING, but you WANT TO BE AN ARCHITECT, but you don’t have the title yet! CAREER OPPORTUNITIES like this are UNHEARD OF AND RARE! </p><p> “ TECHIE” CLOUD .Net / C# SOLUTION ARCHITECT – PLATFORM EXPERIENCE + CLOUD + APi + back end and front end development. </p><p>TECH STACK: AZURE, CLOUD REQUIRED – Azure or AWS, CLOUD + APi + back end and front end development + MOBILE experience, APi, Front End Development, 3rd Party Software experience CLOUD .Net / C# SOLUTION ARCHITECT </p><p>*** For immediate/ confidential HYBRID IN Des Moines consideration, please DM CARRIE DANGER on LinkedIn or send an email to me direct with your resume. My DIRECT email address can be found on my LinkedIn page. ***TOTAL COMP up to $175K </p><p>Great people on this team and a very RICH benefits with INCLUDING A 15% ANNUAL BONUS. </p><p>WHERE this very “Techie” architect will build out a technical Roadmap on integrations of Platforms will make suggestions for the end customer to enhance “service offerings” to the Customer, integrate Custom & 3rd party applications. </p><p>TECHICAL KEYS TO THIS SOLUTION ARCHITECT POSITION ARE: Key is using CLOUD - Azure & AWS experience, APi, Mobile and React Development, APi integration and 3rd party vendor software experience. React, Azure, Databricks, Delta Lake, Data Factory, Synapse, Solution Architecture with Enterprise level experience Customer Facing Cloud based applications. End to end solutions for the customer. Using containerization, spin up new platform services</p><p>This is a company SHIFT where the company is modernizing HOW they do business. Building up a platform using AWS containerization – Kubernetes / Docker and AI.</p><p>You MUST have the tech stack in:</p><p>*5+ years of Application Development, including cloud based development experience . AWS or Azure considered. </p><p>• Scalable & integrate with 3rd party solutions.</p><p>• Strong API development and integration with 3rdparty software.</p><p>• Expertise in FULLSTACK development using React and C# .NET.</p><p>• Containerization - Kubernetes and Docker.</p><p>• Enterprise-level solution architecture & customer-facing applications.</p><p>KEYS ARE: using CLOUD -= Azure & AWS experience, APi, Mobile, Front end Development, APi integration, 3rd party vendor software experience. Solution Architecture with Cloud hosted applications. </p><p>This is a Techie Solutions Architect Direct Hire position up to $150K BASE PLUS 15% Bonus + PERKS! For immediate / confidential consideration on this Direct Hire IT opportunity, it is best to call me directly or message me on LinkedIn, Carrie Danger, SVP Technology & Digital Practice / Permanent Placement Division, Iowa & Nebraska @ My Direct Office #: 515-259-6087 or my cell is 515-991-0863 AND e-mail resume confidentially to Carrie Danger – My direct email address is on my LinkedIn profile </p>
<p>We’re seeking a <strong>Cloud Administrator</strong> to manage and optimize our <strong>Microsoft Azure cloud environment</strong>. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys hands‑on cloud operations, automation, and ensuring secure, scalable cloud infrastructure.</p><p><strong>What You’ll Do</strong></p><ul><li>Administer and maintain Azure resources (VMs, storage, networking, identity)</li><li>Monitor performance, availability, and cost optimization in Azure</li><li>Manage <strong>Azure Active Directory</strong>, RBAC, and identity integrations</li><li>Support cloud security best practices and governance policies</li><li>Automate routine tasks using PowerShell, ARM, or Terraform</li><li>Troubleshoot cloud infrastructure issues and support application teams</li><li>Assist with cloud migrations and infrastructure improvements</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced Cloud Security Engineer to join our team in New York, New York. In this role, you will play a critical part in safeguarding cloud-based infrastructure by deploying, managing, and maintaining security tools and solutions. You will proactively monitor systems for threats, respond to incidents, and collaborate with stakeholders to enhance the overall security posture of cloud environments.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Install, configure, and maintain advanced security solutions to protect cloud-based systems and networks.<br>• Monitor infrastructure to detect and respond to unusual activities, intrusions, or security breaches.<br>• Conduct thorough investigations of security alerts and incidents, ensuring timely and effective resolutions.<br>• Perform risk assessments and vulnerability scans, recommending strategies to mitigate potential threats.<br>• Collaborate with teams to implement and manage security tools tailored to cloud environments.<br>• Develop and enforce policies, procedures, and guidelines to ensure compliance with security standards.<br>• Stay updated on emerging threats and vulnerabilities, adapting security measures as needed.<br>• Create detailed reports and documentation on incidents, findings, and recommendations for stakeholders.<br>• Conduct audits and reviews of cloud infrastructure to identify and address security gaps.<br>• Support compliance initiatives and ensure adherence to industry regulations and standards.
We are looking for an experienced Cloud Security Engineer to join our team in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in safeguarding cloud environments and ensuring compliance with industry security standards. This is a contract-to-permanent position within the healthcare sector, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful impact while developing your expertise.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and implement cloud security solutions across multiple platforms, including Microsoft Azure and AWS.<br>• Monitor, analyze, and respond to security incidents using tools such as Splunk, Azure Sentinel, and Arcsight SIEM.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security measures within cloud applications.<br>• Evaluate and maintain compliance with security standards and regulatory requirements.<br>• Develop and optimize DevSecOps practices to enhance system security.<br>• Manage identity and access protocols using Microsoft Entra ID.<br>• Perform regular security assessments and provide recommendations for improvements.<br>• Troubleshoot and resolve security-related issues in UNIX and Microsoft environments.<br>• Support the deployment and configuration of Lawson systems within secure frameworks.<br>• Stay informed about emerging security threats and implement proactive solutions.
<p>The Cloud System Administrator will support production and lower-level AWS environments running Linux, as well as Google Workspace, with future support for Azure environments. This role collaborates closely with Configuration Management, Business Analysts, QA, and developers to ensure secure, stable, and successful solution delivery.</p><p>The Cloud System Administrator serves as a technical expert for Linux within the DevOps teams and supports incident and problem management for Windows and Google environments. Key responsibilities include partnering with the change management team on backup, patching, and support processes. The Cloud System Administrator is also responsible for analyzing and presenting performance metrics for Linux environments and plays a vital role in tools integration.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Analyzes business needs and identifies possible opportunities.</li><li>Creates and maintains a customer database.</li><li>Facilitates communication between client and customers (non-state entities, including, but not limited to counties, cities, authorities, citizens, private colleges, universities, and businesses) to assist them in improving products/services, to build relationships, and to increase customer satisfaction.</li><li>Thoroughly reviews relevant data and reports of customers’ activities in order to develop/ implement improvements.</li><li>Assists in identifying new product and service offerings to market.</li><li>Identifies and contacts key stakeholders; penetrates market and introduces product/service offerings.</li><li>Evaluates, analyzes, and determines the appropriate product/service offering opportunities. Has knowledge of client’s services and initiatives.</li><li>Identifies trends from customer interaction which could lead to potential new products for client</li></ul>
<p>We are seeking a Genesys Cloud Architect / Sr Telecom Engineer. </p><p><br></p><p>The Genesys Cloud Architect / Sr Telecom Engineer is a senior technical leader responsible for the design, optimization, and long-term strategy of the Genesys Cloud CX platform. This role combines architectural ownership with hands-on engineering, ensuring a reliable, scalable, and high‑performing contact center environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Lead the end-to-end architecture of Genesys Cloud CX, including voice, digital channels, routing, integrations, and analytics.</p><p>Develop and maintain roadmap, standards, and best practices for platform design and evolution.</p><p>Configure, administer, and optimize Genesys Cloud, including IVR, routing, and self-service workflows.</p><p>Build and manage API integrations with internal and third‑party systems.</p><p>Serve as Tier 3 escalation for complex incidents and participate in on-call rotations.</p><p>Govern platform changes to ensure security, compliance, and alignment with IT standards.</p><p>Partner with business and technical teams to translate experience goals into scalable solutions.</p><p>Maintain documentation and mentor engineering teams on platform best practices.</p><p>Other duties as needed</p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Azure Cloud Architect to lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge cloud solutions within Microsoft Azure. This role focuses on delivering secure, scalable architectures that support enterprise-wide modernization efforts and cloud-native initiatives. As part of a long-term contract to hire opportunity, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing Azure deployments while ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. This role will be hybrid in Chicago.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Design and implement secure, scalable, and reliable cloud architectures using Microsoft Azure services.</p><p>• Develop and enforce Azure standards, governance policies, and architectural frameworks.</p><p>• Collaborate with teams across security, networking, applications, and data to ensure the successful implementation of Azure solutions.</p><p>• Manage Azure resources including networking, storage, compute, and disaster recovery strategies.</p><p>• Facilitate the adoption of advanced Azure services such as Logic Apps, Key Vault, and Azure Kubernetes Service.</p><p>• Optimize cloud performance and costs by leveraging automation tools and conducting spend analyses.</p><p>• Provide mentorship and training to IT teams on Azure best practices and emerging technologies.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with security protocols and industry standards for all Azure deployments.</p><p>• Monitor and troubleshoot issues in Azure environments to maintain high availability and performance.</p>
<p><strong>Senior Cloud Engineer</strong></p><p>Austin, TX | Hybrid | Contract</p><p><br></p><p>We are partnering with an Austin based client to identify a Senior Cloud Engineer for their 6-month contract engagement. The Senior Cloud Engineer will design, build, and support cloud infrastructure across enterprise environments. This role is hands‑on and focuses on architecting and automating cloud solutions, with an emphasis on databases, identity, networking, and security. You will work closely with engineering, architecture, and product teams to drive cloud adoption and ensure reliable, scalable, secure platform delivery.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Build, update, and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure across large, complex environments.</li><li>Develop and automate infrastructure using Terraform and other IaC tools.</li><li>Create reusable, modular, and orchestrated code to deploy resources consistently and efficiently.</li><li>Analyze technical requirements and propose meaningful, actionable solutions.</li><li>Research and implement new tools, patterns, and cloud-native technologies.</li><li>Continuously identify opportunities to improve processes, tooling, and technical approaches.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Cloud Engineer to join our team in Columbia, Maryland. In this long-term contract position, you will play a key role in managing and securing our cloud infrastructure, focusing on Microsoft Azure and related technologies. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of identity and access management, endpoint security, and cloud monitoring tools to ensure the safety and compliance of our systems.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage and administer Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including user and group management, conditional access policies, and privileged identity governance.<br>• Configure and oversee Microsoft Intune for device compliance, configuration profiles, and application deployment across various platforms.<br>• Monitor and respond to security incidents using tools such as Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender solutions.<br>• Implement and maintain Zero Trust security principles, ensuring adherence to best practices and compliance standards.<br>• Support hybrid identity environments, including Azure AD Connect and Cloud Sync, ensuring seamless integration.<br>• Develop and maintain documentation, runbooks, and standard operating procedures for security and cloud operations.<br>• Conduct security assessments, remediate vulnerabilities, and participate in continuous improvement initiatives.<br>• Collaborate with audit teams to support compliance requirements and maintain security controls.<br>• Provide operational troubleshooting and support for endpoint management and cloud security solutions.
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Architect, deploy, and manage Azure cloud infrastructure that enables business-critical applications and services.</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliable, secure, and cost-effective cloud operations.</li><li>Automate the provisioning and management of Azure resources using Infrastructure-as-Code (ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform) and scripting tools.</li><li>Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve cloud infrastructure issues, ensuring system performance and availability.</li><li>Create and update technical documentation, implementation guides, and best practices for internal teams and stakeholders.</li></ul>
We are looking for a skilled Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer to oversee the design and management of our organization's cloud and IT systems. This role is essential in ensuring the scalability, security, and efficiency of both cloud-based and on-premises environments. The ideal candidate will bring extensive knowledge of Microsoft technologies, including Azure and Microsoft 365, with a focus on supporting a mission-driven organization.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and manage Azure cloud environments to ensure scalability and security.<br>• Administer and optimize Microsoft 365 tools, including Office 365, Intune, Entra ID, and Endpoint Protection.<br>• Plan and execute migrations between on-premises systems and cloud platforms with minimal disruption.<br>• Configure and maintain Windows Server environments while adhering to security best practices.<br>• Implement and enforce device management and endpoint protection policies.<br>• Develop automated workflows using tools such as Power Automate to enhance efficiency.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to identify technology needs and deliver tailored solutions.<br>• Provide training and support to staff on IT infrastructure and cloud technologies.<br>• Document system configurations and processes to ensure compliance with policies and regulations.<br>• Monitor and improve system performance and reliability across all platforms.
<p>We are seeking a mid-level Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Engineer with strong, hands-on experience across cloud administration, automation, system integration, and application support. This role supports production GCP environments and participates in cloud migration initiatives, including on-premises to cloud and cloud-to-cloud migrations.</p><p><br></p><p>This position prioritizes real-world, operational experience over certifications. While Google Cloud certifications are valued, demonstrated hands-on experience designing, deploying, automating, migrating, and supporting GCP workloads in production environments carries significantly more weight.</p><p><br></p><p>Experience with data engineering and analytics platforms is a strong plus but not a strict requirement for candidates with a proven track record of strong GCP engineering experience.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>GCP Administration & Operations</strong></p><ul><li>Administer and support GCP organizations, folders, projects, and billing</li><li>Manage IAM roles, service accounts, and access controls using least-privilege principles</li><li>Configure and maintain VPC networks, firewall rules, VPNs, and hybrid connectivity</li><li>Monitor platform health using Cloud Monitoring, Logging, and Alerting</li><li>Troubleshoot production issues and perform root-cause analysis</li></ul><p>Support environments across development, test, staging, and production</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Cloud Migration & Modernization</strong></p><ul><li>Support cloud migration initiatives, including:</li><li>On-premises to Google Cloud migrations</li><li>Cloud-to-cloud migrations (e.g., AWS or Azure to GCP)</li><li>Assist with: Migration planning and execution, Workload and dependency analysis, Data, application, and infrastructure migrations</li><li>Support cutovers, post-migration stabilization, and optimization</li></ul><p>Help modernize legacy workloads into cloud-native or hybrid architectures</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Integration & Platform Engineering</strong></p><ul><li>Integrate GCP services with enterprise systems such as:</li><li>Identity platforms (Google Workspace, Active Directory, SSO)</li><li>CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling</li><li>SaaS and internal applications</li><li>Support API-based and event-driven integrations using REST and Pub/Sub</li><li>Collaborate with security, networking, and application teams</li><li>Assist with hybrid and multi-cloud integration patterns</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Application & Development Support</strong></p><ul><li>Assist development teams with: Environment provisioning, Deployment pipelines, Performance and reliability tuning</li><li>Review cloud architectures for scalability, resilience, security, and cost</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Data & Analytics (Strong Plus)</strong></p><ul><li>Support data platforms such as: BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Pub/Sub, Dataflow</li><li>Assist with data ingestion pipelines and analytics workloads</li><li>Understand basic data governance, access controls, and performance tuning</li></ul>
<p>The Senior Platform Engineer will be responsible for designing, building, and optimizing cloud infrastructure solutions on Microsoft Azure. You will ensure that the platform is scalable, highly available, secure, and cost-efficient. As a senior member of the team, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including cloud architects, security teams, and development teams, to implement cutting-edge cloud solutions that meet business requirements and enhance overall operational performance.</p><p>You will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic, forward-thinking team, leveraging the latest in cloud technologies to optimize the platform, automate processes, and ensure a robust, enterprise-grade cloud environment. This work is located onsite in the DC area.</p><p><strong>A public trust is required for this role.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Lead the design and implementation of scalable, reliable, and secure cloud-based platform solutions using Azure services (e.g., Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure App Services, Azure Storage).</li><li>Collaborate with business units and technical teams to understand requirements and design cloud solutions that align with business needs and IT strategy.</li><li>Architect cloud solutions to ensure high availability, disaster recovery, and performance optimization in a multi-cloud or hybrid environment.</li><li>Manage and maintain cloud infrastructure, ensuring consistent performance, scalability, and security of cloud-hosted applications.</li><li>Implement and maintain infrastructure automation using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, and Azure DevOps.</li><li>Implement security best practices for cloud resources, including encryption, identity and access management (IAM), firewall configuration, and network security.</li><li>Use tools like Azure Security Center to monitor vulnerabilities, threat intelligence, and security events.</li><li>Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate the deployment of cloud applications and infrastructure updates using tools such as Azure DevOps, GitLab, or Jenkins.</li><li>Automate infrastructure provisioning, monitoring, and scaling to optimize operations and reduce manual intervention.</li><li>Drive the adoption of DevOps and automation practices across the organization to accelerate development cycles and improve platform reliability.</li><li>Monitor the health and performance of cloud resources using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and other monitoring tools.</li><li>Perform ongoing tuning and optimization of cloud resources to improve system performance and minimize operational costs.</li><li>Analyze system logs and metrics to troubleshoot, resolve, and prevent issues related to cloud-based applications and services.</li><li>Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud architectures, configurations, automation processes, and troubleshooting procedures.</li></ul>
We are looking for an experienced Cloud Administrator to oversee and enhance our cloud and hybrid infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, security, and scalability. This role requires proactive management of enterprise systems and a hands-on approach to Azure-based technologies. You will play a critical role in implementing best practices, collaborating with teams, and driving innovation within our IT operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design, implement, and maintain robust Azure-based infrastructure, including virtual machines, networking, storage, and identity management.<br>• Manage Azure Active Directory configurations, ensuring secure access and identity governance.<br>• Optimize cloud resources to achieve maximum performance, scalability, and cost efficiency.<br>• Implement and monitor security protocols across both cloud and on-premises environments.<br>• Ensure compliance with industry standards while managing firewalls, VPNs, and endpoint security solutions.<br>• Administer hybrid systems that integrate on-premises and Azure cloud infrastructures.<br>• Troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure issues while monitoring system performance.<br>• Develop and maintain automation scripts using tools such as PowerShell, Terraform, or Azure templates.<br>• Collaborate with DevOps teams to improve CI/CD pipelines and adopt cloud-native practices.<br>• Mentor less experienced team members, contribute to strategic IT planning, and support disaster recovery initiatives.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Informatica Cloud Data Governance Catalog Specialist to join our team in Southern California. This position involves working on-site four days per week and offers a long-term contract opportunity. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data governance, analytics, and business intelligence tools, coupled with a proactive approach to problem-solving and collaboration.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Create catalog quality reports to monitor and enhance data governance metrics across domains and sub-domains.</p><p>• Develop and showcase data governance dashboards tailored to different user roles, including Data Owners, Stewards, Engineers, and Privacy Officers.</p><p>• Collaborate with business and IT teams, including data stewards, catalog architects, and platform owners, to implement governance solutions.</p><p>• Execute profiling, sampling, and scanner setups using Informatica tools to ensure data quality.</p><p>• Apply expertise in metadata management, data modeling, and large-scale data analysis to support governance initiatives.</p><p>• Design and implement both traditional relational and modern big-data architectures based on organizational requirements.</p><p>• Utilize business intelligence tools such as Power BI and Tableau to create actionable insights and reports.</p><p>• Define compliance procedures and produce audit reports to meet regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Establish and support governance councils and operational frameworks using data catalog tools.</p><p>• Facilitate metadata ingestion and ensure adherence to data security and quality standards.</p>
<p><strong>Senior Cloud Security & Solutions Delivery SME</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Washington, DC (Hybrid – 1 day onsite per week)</p><p> <strong>Clearance:</strong> Ability to obtain a Public Trust</p><p><strong>Duration: </strong>6 – month contract, open for extension or conversion </p><p><strong>Pay: </strong>Starting at $70 hr W2 </p><p><strong>Overview</strong></p><p>An experienced <strong>Senior Security Architect & Solutions Delivery Subject Matter Expert (SME)</strong> is needed to design and guide the implementation of advanced cloud security solutions across a federal environment. This role supports cybersecurity operations by applying Zero Trust principles, strengthening defense‑in‑depth strategies, and securing cloud‑hosted environments. The SME will conduct cloud application assessments, provide architectural guidance, and support emerging cloud technologies such as AI, IoT, RPA, blockchain, and quantum computing.</p><p>This position requires deep expertise in cloud security architecture, Zero Trust frameworks, and the delivery of secure, scalable solutions across multiple cloud service providers.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Primary Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Provide strategic leadership for enterprise security and Zero Trust architecture initiatives.</li><li>Develop and implement cloud security architectures aligned to Zero Trust principles.</li><li>Lead and oversee cloud security design, controls, and architectural frameworks.</li><li>Offer technical leadership for Zero Trust and security architecture activities.</li><li>Create cloud security architecture roadmaps and long-term strategies.</li><li>Support cloud deployments including private, hybrid, and on‑premises virtualization environments.</li><li>Design security event visibility, logging, and telemetry solutions for cloud environments.</li><li>Provide oversight and design guidance for Identity, Credential, and Access Management (ICAM) solutions.</li><li>Define network security requirements, policies, and controls.</li><li>Apply network segmentation and defense‑in‑depth approaches to cloud architectures.</li><li>Incorporate OT/IoT security requirements into architectural designs.</li><li>Develop scope, cost estimates, and implementation plans for security tool deployments.</li><li>Assess and evaluate new cloud security products and emerging technologies.</li></ul><p><br></p>
