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Job Overview<br/><br/>We are seeking a Cloud Engineer I to support a University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) that serves as the central hub for a consortium of nine academic institutions. This role provides the secure, scalable, and high-performance Azure cloud infrastructure needed for government‑contracted research and development (R&D) across the consortium.
Responsibilities<br/><br/>Design, configure, and manage Azure IaaS, SaaS, and PaaS solutions tailored to the consortium’s R&D needs.
Create and manage complex Azure networking services (firewalls, VNETs, subnets, VPNs, ExpressRoute) to ensure secure data transmission between consortium members and government sponsors.
Manage Azure Active Directory (EntraID) for cross‑institutional authentication, ensuring researchers have appropriate, secure access.
Automate rapid provisioning of research environments using ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform to support fluctuating project demands.
Configure and manage high‑performance computing (HPC) clusters, containers (AKS), and serverless environments for large‑scale data analysis and simulations.
Manage and support diverse data storage solutions, including Azure Files, Blob Storage, and Data Warehousing, to facilitate long‑term research data retention and sharing.
Proactively monitor Azure resources to maintain peak performance and optimize costs across multiple research grants and task orders.
Develop PowerShell and BASH scripts to automate data manipulation, transformation, and routine administrative tasks.
Ensure all cloud deployments comply with FedRAMP, NIST800‑171, and CMMC requirements required for government‑contracted research.
Competencies / Qualifications<br/><br/>Direct experience architecting Azure Cloud solutions for multi‑tenant or collaborative environments.
Strong scripting experience using PowerShell and BASH for environment orchestration and configuration management.
Advanced knowledge of IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS implementations, including monitoring and automated recovery.
Experience with Azure DevOps services, CI/CD pipelines, and Agile processes within a research or academic context.
Familiarity with high‑performance computing in Azure and meeting FedRAMP/government security benchmarks.
Proven ability to collaborate across institutional boundaries and communicate technical concepts to non‑technical stakeholders.
Minimum Qualifications<br/><br/>At least 3 years of hands‑on experience implementing and supporting Azure IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS.
At least 3 years of experience with PowerShell, BASH, or Azure CLI.
At least 3 years of experience with Azure networking services in a large‑scale or multi‑site organization.
Demonstrated experience managing Azure design and operations in a complex, fast‑paced environment.
Excellent problem‑solving skills and ability to work independently.
BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field.
U.S. citizenship required due to export‑control regulations.
Desired Certifications<br/><br/>Azure Solutions Architect Expert
Azure Security Engineer Associate
Azure Identity and Access Administrator Associate
ITIL Foundation (Certified)
Benefits<br/><br/>Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support.
PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements.
Competitive salary with 403(b) plan and company match.
Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement pathways.
Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture.
Compensation Range<br/><br/>$110,000 – $123,000
EEO Statement<br/><br/>Howard University is a historically Black private university dedicated to providing educational opportunities for students of high academic potential, with a particular emphasis on Black students. Howard University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, religion, disability, or protected veteran status. Veterans and people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
Additional Information<br/><br/>This position description may be revised at any time. It is not a contract for employment. Incumbents may be required to perform related duties as directed by the university.<br/><br/>#J-18808-Ljbffr