Sr. Cloud Solutions Engineer

The Sr. Cloud Solutions Engineer role is responsible for solving complex problems with no defined solutions, which may have a significant impact on the company. This role will lead the design, implementation, and management of advanced cloud solutions. This role requires extensive experience with cloud technologies and the ability to drive strategic initiatives that align with business objectives. This position operates with minimal supervision, leading large projects or processes with limited oversight from a manager and making critical decisions that impact the business strategy and operations.

Detailed Description:

• Solve complex cloud solution problems with no defined solutions.
• Technical support escalation for cloud solutions
• Provide technical guidance and effectively mentoring employees.
• Make strategic decisions that impact business strategy and operations.
• Manage vendors and ensure compliance with relevant standards.
• The ability to drive and deliver projects alongside project planning and scheduling.
• Monitor performance metrics, system health and service advisories to ensure effectiveness and efficiency.
• Champion cloud best practices across the company.
• Enhance and extend current capabilities of the cloud solutions used at BC; competencies include but are not limited to Azure Cloud, Crayon hosting services, BC's Network and Security Infrastructure, customer support, storage, security, disaster recovery, and business continuity.
• Lead and ensure execution of the Cloud Solutions team's roadmap initiatives by both independently and collaboratively leading and completing assigned projects/tasks.
• Collaborate within Digital Services and BC business partners on the design and build of next-generation cloud infrastructure and solutions.
• Work with external business partners / vendor on audit compliance and solution roadmaps.
• Self-Invest, grow skills in the areas of cloud solutions, network and security infrastructure, security standards, internal communications, and business process optimization.
• Expertise in cloud-based resources, services, and solutions internally as well for Digital Solutions.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the enterprise backup solutions and ability to restore all levels of data within the prescribed SLA.
• Act as a key contributor to teams that define, review, and approve requirements for the business needs, including advising the Executive Committee as requested.
• Abide by change control procedures in line with company best practices and policy.
• Undertake trend analysis for own area(s) of responsibility, making recommendations and implementing changes, as appropriate within the company's strategic direction.
• Document and ensure existing and new solutions maintain SOC 2 / NIST CFS security compliance.
• Ensure compliance with BC standard operating procedures, maintain confidentiality through adherence to non-disclosure agreements, and uphold all security policies to protect sensitive information and maintain organizational integrity.
• Work efficiently on multiple projects.
• Lead and drive required system upgrades, improvements, or identified limitations.
• Successfully able to work remotely as a virtual team member.
• Flexibility to adapt and execute various additional assignments based on evolving needs.

Mentorship:

• Provides mentorship, guidance, support, and knowledge-sharing to help less experienced team members develop their skills and grow within their roles.

Skills and Comptencies:

• Propose data driven solutions
• Proficiency with PowerShell / Azure CLI, and MS Graph Scripting
• Advanced understanding of Cloud / Branch Office Network & Firewall / MS Teams administration.
• Strong project management abilities, leading project or initiatives of strategic importance.
• Understanding of integration with other business workflows and applications.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and a proactive approach to tasks.
• Azure Fundamentals and Administer Certified.
• MS Teams 700 Certified.
• Meraki LAN/WAN / Wi-Fi Certified

Experience:

• Typically, a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in a similar role.
• Significant experience in project planning, scheduling and client project delivery.
• Proven track record in problem solving and decision making at strategic level.

Education:

• A relevant degree or equivalent experience in a related field is required.

Salary Range: The anticipated starting pay range for this position is based on the employee's primary work location and may be more or less depending upon skills, experience, and education. These ranges may be modified in the future.

Location B: $144,000 - $197,000

You can view which BC location applies to you here. If you have any questions, please speak with your Recruiter.

Benefits and Other Compensation: We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee health, performance, and success which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off and parental leave, paid holidays, 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match, performance-based bonus eligibility, employee referral bonuses, tuition reimbursement, pet insurance and long-term care insurance. Click here to see our full list of benefits.

About Brown and Caldwell

Headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, Brown and Caldwell is a full-service environmental engineering and construction firm with 50 offices and 2,100 professionals across North America and the Pacific. For more than 75 years, we have created leading-edge environmental solutions for municipalities, private industry, and government agencies. We strive to be the company of choice-to our clients, who benefit from our passion for delivering exceptional quality, and to our employees, present and future, who share our commitment to client service, collaboration, and innovation. Join us, and you will find a home where you can do your best work, reach new levels of expertise, and enjoy exceptional development opportunities. For more information, visit www.brownandcaldwell.com

This position is subject to a pre-employment background check and a pre-employment drug test.

Notice to Third Party Agencies: Brown and Caldwell does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request with Brown and Caldwell, Brown and Caldwell reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

Brown and Caldwell is proud to be an EEO/AAP Employer. Minorities/Women/Disabled and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. Brown and Caldwell ensures nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.