Minnesota IT Services · 12 hours ago
Operations Support/Cloud Engineer - ITS4
Minnesota IT Services is the information technology agency for the State of Minnesota, dedicated to delivering secure, reliable technology solutions. The Operations Support/Cloud Engineer will play a crucial role in the transformation of MNIT Services' cloud environments, focusing on advanced technical design and engineering, as well as supporting the Department of Public Safety in their cloud migration efforts.
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Responsibilities
Provide advanced technical design and engineering role within the MNIT DPS Operations Support Team in the transformation of MNIT Services cloud environments
Develop and transform the way we deliver and upgrade MNIT's cloud environments with upgraded tools, automation, and techniques based on technology best practices and the most up to date security standards
Analyze, assess, design and implement the next evolution of the cloud environment
Assist DPS in reviewing current Cloud hosting and potentially migrating to Microsoft Azure Cloud environment for some or all of the DPS services currently hosted in AWS
Qualification
Required
This position requires a minimum of four (4) years of experience with Linux/Unix/Windows server operating systems, network, and cloud computing technologies
Experience must include: Windows Server Operating System administration including versions 2016-2022
AWS, Azure, and GCP Cloud administration
Supporting business applications with cloud services (Saas, PaaS, laaS)
Strong understanding of IT industry best practices and security standards
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding
Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences
Education in Information Technology (IT) or an IT related field may substitute for experience as follows: a master's degree for eighteen (18) months of experience; a bachelor's degree for one (1) year; and an associate's degree for six (6) months
Preferred
Managing Windows Servers hosted in the cloud via cloud interfaces
Managing infrastructure as code (IaC)
Migrating servers from on-prem to cloud
Migrating servers from one Cloud vendor to another
Setting up networks and security access in the cloud
Configuring application and network load balancers in the cloud
Advanced scripting with PowerShell
Benefits
Paid vacation and sick leave
12 paid holidays each year
Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
Fertility care, including IVF
Diabetes care
Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Training, classes, and professional development
Tuition reimbursement
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support
A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Company
Minnesota IT Services
Minnesota IT Services is an information technology agency that offers leadership and planning services.
Funding
Current Stage
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Government Technology US
2025-04-10
2025-03-08
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