Info Technology Architect (Cloud Engineer)

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! Job Title: Info Technology Architect (Cloud Engineer) Job Requisition ID: JR0000002390 Number of Openings: 1 Shift: Day (United States of America) Compensation Details: $95,000 – $110,000 ANNUALLY Job Description: Info Tech Architect Sr. (Cloud Engineer) The Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Cloud Engineer to join its Office of Information Technology (OIT). This position plays a foundational role in the design, implementation, management, and optimization of our multi-cloud infrastructure, currently spanning Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft Azure. The Cloud Engineer will collaborate closely with the CIO, IT Architects, cybersecurity personnel, DevOps teams, and agency leadership to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing cloud solutions. This is a technical leadership position requiring deep, hands-on cloud expertise, effective communication with executive stakeholders, alignment of cloud initiatives with agency strategy, and serving as a subject-matter expert in cloud governance and modernization efforts. The position reports directly to the Sr. Mgr., Information Technology - Infrastructure and is vital for updating our technology infrastructure to better serve Georgia’s citizens. Schedule: Monday through Friday, standard business hours with occasional evening or weekend work for maintenance or project implementation. Work Arrangement: On-site position with four days in the office and one remote workday each week Duties and Responsibilities: Design, deploy, and maintain scalable, highly available, and secure cloud infrastructure across AWS, Azure, and GCP environments Develop and manage cloud networking components, including VPCs, subnets, security groups, load balancers, VPN gateways, and private endpoints Implement and manage cloud storage, compute, and database services with appropriate redundancy, backup, and disaster recovery configurations Conduct regular cloud architecture reviews, cost optimization analyses, and infrastructure health assessments Manage and maintain cloud-to-cloud and cloud-to-on-premises connectivity solutions, including hybrid network tunnels and direct connect configurations Develop and maintain reusable Infrastructure as Code (IaC) modules using Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, and/or Azure Bicep Automate cloud provisioning, configuration management, and resource lifecycle operations to reduce manual effort and increase repeatability Implement auto-scaling policies, resource tagging strategies, and policy-as-code controls to enforce governance standards Design and maintain automation scripts using Python, Bash, and PowerShell for operational and maintenance tasks Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools such as GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or AWS C Cloud Platforms: AWS (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, IAM, VPC, CloudTrail), Azure (VMs, VNET, AD, AKS, Monitor) Competencies Needed: AWS Certified Solutions Architect Professional Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification Experience in government or public sector IT environments Experience with Georgia Technology Authority (GTA) standards and practices Knowledge of state government procurement and compliance requirements Experience with database administration in cloud environments Familiarity with identity management systems and single sign-on solutions Experience with serverless architectures and microservices Previous experience with high-availability and disaster recovery implementations Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or related specialty from an accredited college or university AND ten (10) years of job-specific experience that includes system analysis, design and development, and relationship management. OR Equivalent combination of education and demonstrated experience Preferred Qualifications: Preference will be given to those applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, meet all of the qualifications: Minimum five (5) years of progressive experience in cloud engineering, cloud architecture, or cloud infrastructure administration Demonstrated hands-on experience with the following platforms: Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure Proficiency in at least two scripting languages: Python, Bash, or PowerShell Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, CloudFormation, or similar tools Working knowledge of container technologies, including Docker and Kubernetes Experience with CI/CD pipeline design and DevOps tooling Familiarity with cloud security frameworks, including NIST 800-53 or CIS Benchmarks Experience with version control systems, specifically Git Conditions of Employment: Must be able to work onsite at DDS headquarters in Conyers, GA. Must pass a background and credit check. Valid Georgia driver's license required. Total Compensation: Combines direct compensation with the value of the State’s benefits and work-life options. Total Compensation establishes a win-win partnership that is important to the quality and success of the State programs and services. Most importantly, State employees enjoy the satisfaction that comes with being part of a team that keeps Georgia progressive, prosperous and a place we are all proud to call home. Many of the following benefits are available to eligible full-time employees on the first day of their employment: · Competitive Compensation · Performance Recognition · Retirement and Pension Benefits · Flexible Benefits · Healthcare Benefits · Paid Holidays and Time Off · Employee Assistance Program (EAP) · Employee Discount Program · Opportunities for Career Development and Advancement · Flexible work and Telework schedules (available for select jobs) · Engaging and Diverse Work Environments For more information on benefits, please visit Benefits Overview | Team Georgia for State of Georgia Employees Eligible applicants not currently employed by the State of Georgia may apply on Team Georgia Careers - Jobs Current State of Georgia employees please apply via Workday. Please Read: Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to provide individual status updates by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered; however, not all will be selected for an interview. Candidates chosen to move forward will be contacted directly by the hiring agency. Applicants who are not selected will receive notification. Please note that this posting may close at any time before the listed closing date once a suitable applicant pool has been identified. Be sure to complete the entire application. An attached résumé does not replace a fully complete work experience section. All candidates are subject to background to include (motor vehicle, credit, and criminal history checks). NOTE: Information in this announcement is subject to change. VACANCY OPEN TO: ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS We are an Equal Opportunity Employer Minimum Qualifications: Associate degree and five (5) years of job-specific experience that includes system analysis, design and development, and relationship management. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.