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Job Title: AWS Cloud Engineer
Job Code: AZ 14166
Client: State of Arizona – Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
Location: Phoenix, Arizona (Hybrid)
Contract Duration: 6 months, with potential conversion to a permanent State employee
Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (40 hours/week)
Work Location: 3300 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Closing Date: October 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM

Position Overview

The State of Arizona’s Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) is seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Operations Engineer to support cloud infrastructure, automation, system administration, and operational reliability. The ideal candidate will have strong AWS cloud engineering experience, Windows and Linux server administration skills, automation and scripting expertise, and experience leveraging AI tools to improve cloud operations.

This is a temp-to-hire position with the opportunity to transition into a permanent State role based on performance and business needs.

Required Skills

  • At least 5 years of experience as a Cloud Engineer.
  • Strong knowledge of AWS cloud infrastructure, including creating and administering cloud solutions.
  • Experience with Microsoft Windows Server and Linux Server administration.
  • Experience with AI tools and AI-assisted engineering.
  • Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, multi-tier application architecture, and virtualized environments.
  • Experience with PowerShell, Python, Bash, JSON, or CLI tools for automation and scripting.
  • Proficiency in Git/source control, DevOps workflows, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
  • Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including DNS, TCP/IP, firewalls, and load balancing.
  • Strong troubleshooting, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Preferred Skills

  • Experience debugging complex infrastructure issues.
  • Active AWS certification, preferably Associate or Professional level.
  • Relevant cloud certifications in AWS or Microsoft Azure.
  • Experience with cloud cost optimization, automated auditing and monitoring, and database deployments across public cloud environments.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
Key Responsibilities

  • Cloud Automation: Automate cloud operations using Infrastructure as Code, scripting, and source control platforms.
  • Infrastructure Management: Deploy, configure, and maintain scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant cloud environments across IaaS and PaaS.
  • Architecture & Delivery: Collaborate with enterprise architects to develop secure, resilient cloud solutions aligned with organizational requirements.
  • Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Monitor, audit, and resolve complex infrastructure issues across virtualization, containers, microservices, and application stacks.
  • Security & Cost Optimization: Apply security standards and implement cloud cost-control and optimization practices.
  • AI-Assisted Operations: Use AI tools and Large Language Models (LLMs) to accelerate scripting, troubleshoot infrastructure issues, prepare documentation, and improve operational workflows.
  • Networking: Support cloud networking involving DNS, TCP/IP, firewalls, load balancing, and data flow controls.
  • Documentation: Maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and cloud platform standards.
Important Notes

  • Arizona residency is required. Candidates must currently reside in Arizona or be willing to relocate.
  • This is a contract-to-hire position. Candidates must be eligible to convert to a permanent State employee.
  • Visa sponsorship is not available.
  • The initial onsite requirement is on the first day, followed by onsite attendance once per quarter and as required for business needs. The source also describes the arrangement as hybrid, with monthly in-office attendance; confirm the final onsite schedule with the client.
  • Standard business hours apply, with occasional after-hours maintenance or operational changes.
  • An enterprise background investigation is required. HireRight background checks and Global ID facial biometrics are used.
  • During the contract phase, benefits are managed by the staffing agency. Upon conversion, employees may qualify for State of Arizona benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and the ASRS Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
  • The client is seeking candidates genuinely interested in a long-term public-service career.
Primary Skills

AWS Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Operations, Windows Server, Linux Server, Python, PowerShell, Bash, JSON, CLI Tools, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Git/Source Control, DevOps Automation, AI Tools, Large Language Models (LLMs), DNS, TCP/IP, Firewalls, Load Balancing, Cloud Orchestration, Cloud Security, Cost Optimization, Monitoring, Troubleshooting, AWS Certification.

Screening Question

Do you have 5+ years of Cloud Engineering experience with AWS, Windows and Linux Server administration, scripting/automation, IaC, and AI-assisted engineering tools? Please confirm your current Arizona location or willingness to relocate, active cloud certifications, and eligibility for permanent State employment without visa sponsorship.

Flexible work from home options available.




About SR International INC.

SR International has been a leading name among the IT consulting companies with offices in US and India. For past 16 years, our industry experience and domain knowledge have enabled us to provide innovative solutions to our customers.

Who We Are

We Are Leading IT Based Solution Providers

Today, the world of business information represents the realization of our collective efforts toward improving the future. Held only by the limits of our imagination, the business world is accelerating at an ever-increasing pace. Imagine a better way of doing business, of implementing the perfect software, of refining practice or business integration. All it takes are benchmark standards in service, support, and technical know-how, which have been our bread and butter.

Our Vision.
Established in 2002, SR International Inc is one of the fastest growing and reputed provider of Information Technology Services and Solutions in the USA. Since our inception, we have been a trusted IT partner for our clients. We take pride in our highly skilled IT Resources and unique engagement model. We have been consistently delivering on our promises as a high-performance team. Our expertise in Cloud Computing, Mobility, Web Technologies, ERP and CRM are second to none. Our industry-leading flagship product iMathSmart is re-defining math learning experience for school students.

Career At SR International

At SR International, we treat our consultants like family. Our business and our reputation have been built and maintained by quality resources working onboard, so it’s important for us to maintain the quality resource pool.


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