CLOUD ENGINEER

Position Description.
CGI Federal is seeking a seasoned Cloud Engineer with over 5 years of experience to join our team.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Cloud Engineering and Migration Support, specifically with Azure environments.
This role involves supporting the migration of several USDA applications to the cloud, configuring, managing, and optimizing Azure resources, as well as leading Citrix to Azure Virtual Desktop migrations.
Your future duties and responsibilities.
• Support cloud migration of USDA applications, including configuring and managing Azure resources like Virtual Machines, App Services, and Virtual Networks.
• Design and manage Azure virtual networks, VPN gateways, and ExpressRoute Gateways.
• Configure and optimize virtual machine images using Azure Compute Gallery.
• Deploy and manage FSLogix profiles for user profile management.
• Implement and maintain Azure governance, including policies and resource tagging.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure-as-Code using Packer, Terraform, and ARM templates.
• Automate cloud resource provisioning, configuration, and management using PowerShell, Azure CLI, Bash, Python, and Ansible.
• Support containerization and orchestration solutions with Azure App Services and Docker.
• Monitor resource utilization and optimize cloud costs using Azure Monitor and Azure Cost Management.
• Troubleshoot and resolve performance bottlenecks in the Azure environment.
• Execute lift-and-shift and modernization projects to Azure.
• Configure backup and recovery solutions using Azure Backup and Azure Site Recovery.
• Manage system updates and security patches using Azure Update Manager.
• Monitor and address security risks using Microsoft Defender, Splunk, and Nessus.
• Maintain Active Directory organizational units and group policies.
• Design and test disaster recovery plans to ensure business continuity.
• Lead Citrix to Azure Virtual Desktop migrations and set up AVD integration.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design solutions that meet organizational needs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to Azure Virtual Desktop environments.
• Provide training and support to end-users on Azure Virtual Desktop setup Required qualifications to be successful in this role.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Over 5 years of experience in cloud engineering and IT support.
• Expertise in Azure cloud infrastructure and services.
• Experience in migration projects, especially involving Citrix and Azure Virtual Desktop.
• Strong scripting and automation skills with tools like PowerShell, Azure CLI, Bash, Python, and Ansible.
• Ability to develop Infrastructure-as-Code and implement Azure governance.
• Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, especially in cross-functional teams.
Desired qualifications/non-essential skills required.
• Certifications in relevant technologies (e.
., Azure, Google Cloud) are a plus.
CGI Federal anticipates accepting applications for this position through .
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role.
The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications.
To support the ability to reward for merit-based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role.
Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.
A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.
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is $.
CGI Federals benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include.
• Competitive compensation including profit participation program • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits • Basic life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance • Matching contributions through 401(k) plan, and CGI share purchase plan • Flexibility and paid accrued vacation leave, ranging from 10 to 20 days per year, based on job level, years of relevant prior experience, and years of service • 80 hours of floating holiday leave per year to observe holidays that are important to you • At least 80 consecutive hours of paid sick/safe leave (except where applicable state/local law requires more) • Paid parental leave, ranging from 20 to 70 consecutive business days based on circumstances of leave and applicable laws • Bereavement leave, ranging from 1 to 7 days per year based on relationship.
• Paid jury duty leave, up to time summoned • Learning opportunities and tuition assistance • Wellness and Well-being programs For more detailed information about our benefits offerings visit https://www.
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Please note that the benefits listed above are subject to change based on the specific terms and conditions of the contract being supported.
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