Cloud Operations Engineer

Piper Companies is seeking a Cloud Operations Engineer to join a Cybersecurity Services team in a Remote capacity. This is a specialized, client-facing engineering role centered on designing and securing cloud architectures, and automating solutions across AWS, Azure, and GCP platforms.

Responsibilities of the Cloud Operations Engineer include:

• Collaborate with a dynamic engineering team to deliver innovative cloud and security solutions.
• Act as a cloud subject matter expert (SME) for clients, guiding architecture, design, and deployment across AWS, Azure, and GCP using automation tools.
• Partner with Cloud Service Providers and enterprise clients to support security goals and drive modernization initiatives.
• Design and implement security tools and platforms such as Tenable, Trend Micro, AquaSec, Microsoft Defender, and Burp Suite.
• Develop cloud and security strategies, including architecture roadmaps, maturity assessments, and planning activities.
• Build secure, compliant cloud environments using Infrastructure-as-Code and contribute to documentation and security assessments.

Qualifications for the Cloud Operations Engineer include:

• 3+ years of experience in systems engineering, cloud architecture, and automation across AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• Proven expertise in Infrastructure-as-Code using tools like Terraform and Ansible.
• Strong knowledge of cloud platforms and services, with experience as a Cloud Architect, DevOps Engineer, or Security Engineer.
• Background in Agile environments, collaborating within technical teams of 3+ members.
• Excellent communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills, including technical diagrams and written reports.
• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience supporting clients within a professional services or consulting environment.
• Proven ability to manage projects and track deliverables for both individual and team efforts.
• Hands-on experience automating workflows using GitLab/GitHub with Terraform and Ansible.
• Expertise in modern application architectures such as serverless and microservices.
• Familiarity with security standards and frameworks like CIS Benchmarks, DISA STIG, FedRAMP, FISMA, HIPAA, HITRUST, and PCI.
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or CISA, and experience implementing encryption technologies (SSL, PKI).

Compensation for the Cloud Operations Engineer includes:

• Salary Range: $115,000 – $120,000
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, PTO, Sick Leave if required by law, and Holidays

This job opens for applications on 08/25/2025. Applications will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date.

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