Azure Cloud Engineer

TEKsystems
$60.00 - $75.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Nebraska, Omaha
May 06, 2025
Job Type: 12-Month Contract-to-Hire Targeted Start Date: June 1, 2025 Drug Test Required: Yes About the Role We are seeking a skilled and motivated Azure Cloud Engineer to join a dynamic IT infrastructure team supporting both on-premises and cloud environments. This role is critical to maintaining and evolving the company's cloud transformation journey while ensuring the stability of existing systems. As an Azure Cloud Engineer, you will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, planning, and support of server and middleware environments. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT Security, Software Development, and Infrastructure to deliver secure and scalable solutions. Key Responsibilities * Maintain and support on-prem and cloud-based server environments. * Collaborate on cloud transformation initiatives and infrastructure projects. * Provide technical leadership and mentorship to team members. * Research and implement new tools, technologies, and best practices. * Ensure system reliability, performance, and security. * Participate in CI/CD pipeline development and containerization efforts. Required Qualifications * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, MIS, or related field (or equivalent experience). * 3+ years of experience in IT systems engineering and/or cloud environments. * Proficiency with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 cloud technologies. * Experience with server and cloud virtualization technologies. * Familiarity with public, private, and hybrid cloud environments. * Strong understanding of Windows server and workstation operating systems. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with ITIL or Agile methodologies. * Knowledge of enterprise-level system and hardware design. * Experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). * Familiarity with CI/CD pipeline development. * Experience in a hybrid cloud environment. Skills & Abilities * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. * Excellent planning, organizational, and communication abilities. * Self-motivated, collaborative, and detail-oriented. * Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently. * Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs. Work Environment * Hybrid schedule: 50% onsite in downtown Omaha. * Join a collaborative team of contractors and full-time engineers. * Opportunity to work on both legacy systems and cutting-edge Azure Bicep environments. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $75.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a hybrid position in Omaha,NE. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 19, 2025. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.