The California State University · 1 month ago
Cloud Infrastructure Solutions Architect (Systems Administrator III)
California State University is a leading institution dedicated to student success and innovative educational experiences. They are seeking a Cloud Infrastructure Solutions Architect to implement and support cloud services, lead deployments, and ensure cloud security and infrastructure reliability.
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Responsibilities
Implementing and supporting cloud services across a variety of computing environments
Leading the deployment of highly available and fault-tolerant enterprise and web-scale software, as well as data center–to–cloud migrations
Designing decoupled cloud infrastructure, implementing proactive scaling, ensuring disaster recovery and business continuity, and maintaining cloud security and serverless infrastructure
Demonstrating a strong understanding of cloud cost structures and optimizing resources accordingly
Independently implementing infrastructure automation using modern scripting languages (e.g., Shell, Python, or equivalents) and utilizing configuration management and orchestration tools appropriate to the environment
Applying architectural frameworks such as Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) and Domain-Driven Design (DDD), and leveraging infrastructure-as-code and automation platforms in alignment with industry standards
Integrating third-party Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) providers into multi-vendor environments, managing, and reviewing cloud resources to ensure availability, and troubleshooting technical issues for various departments
Managing directory services and related cloud identity resources, as well as administering and troubleshooting server environments across virtualization and cloud platforms
Supporting IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service) and PaaS (Platform as a Service) for campus divisions and departments, administering the campus-wide cloud environment, and assisting with backup and disaster recovery tasks
Coordinating with campus technicians on upgrades, maintenance, and troubleshooting, and arranging scheduled downtime as needed
Planning, testing, and deploying cloud applications to ensure performance and reliability
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Equivalent to a bachelor's degree in a related field and four years of relevant experience
Additional experience which demonstrates acquired and successfully applied knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis
An advanced degree in a related field may be substituted for the required experience on a year-for-year basis
Working independently under general supervision, designs and implements systems solutions that meet the university's evolving needs
Applies advanced technical knowledge and expertise in complex systems administration to provide technical advice on systems
Demonstrates advanced discernment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining system administration solutions
Activities include the conceptualization, development, and implementation of complex systems and infrastructure
Decision making is based on systems administration best practices; system standards; university and information system and security policies, guidelines, and protocols; and university needs and goals
Work is focused on ensuring alignment with overall objectives
Handles multiple work priorities and may provide lead work direction with accountability for results
Thorough and advanced knowledge of operating systems, server administration, scripting languages, virtualization technologies, and cloud technologies
Demonstrated competence in independently applying advanced judgment to resolve difficult and complex system administration problems and issues
Advanced project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple, large, and/or complex projects, including project design and planning; ongoing resource, materials, and time management; and implementation
Advanced analytical skills to understand problems from a broad perspective and discern applicable underlying principles to conceive and develop strategic systems solutions
Advanced skill in mentoring or overseeing the work of others
Ability to partner with business and academic stakeholders to ensure dependent systems meet institutional needs
Advanced communication and interpersonal skills to effectively convey technical knowledge and procedures as well as persuade stakeholders and management regarding systems design and development
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily and is required for employment
Preferred
Minimum of five years of experience in a Cloud Engineer, Systems Engineer, or Cloud Architect role with deep understanding of cloud infrastructure concepts including infrastructure as code, cloud security, cost optimization, and multi-cloud and hybrid architectures
Holds industry-recognized certifications such as (Amazon Web Services) AWS Certified Solutions Architect or Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification
Experience with automation frameworks, CI/CD pipelines, and modern DevOps practices in cloud environments
Benefits
Employee Wellness Program
Company
The California State University
The California State University is the largest system of four-year higher education in the country, with 22 campuses, 56,000 faculty and staff and more than 450,000 students.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$8.85MKey Investors
DensoNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)Dale Carlsen
2024-10-30Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
2018-10-26Grant· $2.7M
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