Senior Cloud Engineer

LaSalle Network - Downers Grove, IL

Full-time - Senior

Downers Grove, IL

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Senior Cloud Engineer will be responsible for leading the design, installation, and support of cloud infrastructure solutions utilizing Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud services and the ability to execute various projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget. The position also involves providing subject matter expertise to internal teams and clients, as well as contributing to operational efficiency through knowledge sharing and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, installation and support of cloud infrastructure solutions with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365
• Execute projects including assessments, consulting engagements, new deployments, upgrades and break-fix services
• Provide Subject Matter Expertise (SME) for internal teams, clients and the sales team
• Develop and share knowledge with the engineering team through organized sessions like lunch-and-learns
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and to the highest quality standards
• Document technical designs, customer environments and operational procedures in detail
• Work with managed services support teams to transition knowledge and contribute to operational efficiency
• Provide regular progress updates to customers, project managers and NOC Analysts

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in systems infrastructure design, support and administration
• 4+ years of experience with Microsoft Azure (e.g., VMs, Application Proxy, Backup, Automation) and Microsoft 365 (Security, Compliance, Information Protection, Exchange Online/On-Prem, EOP and Defender for 365)
• Identity Management: SSO (SAML), OAuth, MFA, RBAC, PIM, AD Connect and hybrid identity management
• Networking knowledge: ExpressRoute, VNet, Virtual WAN, VPN, Load Balancers, firewalls and routing protocols
• Endpoint Management: Intune, Autopilot and Defender for Endpoint
• Experience with Mimecast and other email security tools
• Certifications in Microsoft Azure and/or Microsoft 365 preferred
• Proven ability to take ownership of projects and deliver results
• Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for client and team interactions
• Experience creating detailed documentation and diagrams with tools like Visio
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Commitment to achieving high levels of customer satisfaction

Nice-to-haves

• Certifications in Microsoft Azure and/or Microsoft 365 preferred

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage