Cloud and Infrastructure Delivery - Cloud Engineer

Job Description The State of Michigan is looking for a candidate with a focus on basic cloud engineering Cloud deployment. This role will wear multiple hats assisting State of Michigan Cloud Architects and team to comprehend objectives, generate solutions, POC the solution, generate recommendations then implement the decisions. The Entry-Level Cloud Engineer will support the State of Michigan’s cloud architecture and engineering teams in designing, deploying, and maintaining cloud-based solutions across public, private, and hybrid environments. This role is ideal for early‑career technologists who have foundational cloud knowledge and are eager to grow into a full cloud engineering or cloud architecture role. The engineer will assist senior architects in understanding business objectives, developing solution concepts, performing proof‑of‑concepts, and implementing cloud technologies that improve delivery, automation, and operational efficiency Job Duties Assist senior cloud architects with the design and deployment of cloud solutions across the State of Michigan AWS, and GCP environments. Support the build-out of multi-cloud environments, including public, private, and hybrid cloud models. Help maintain and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure components. Contribute to the development and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines. Assist with infrastructure provisioning and configuration using automation tools. Participate in integrating cloud pipelines with existing DevOps systems. Document architecture decisions, pipeline configurations, and deployment procedures. Participate in knowledge transfer sessions and training activities. Maintain clear and organized technical documentation for onboarding and future reference. Support adherence to cloud security best practices and compliance frameworks (NIST, CIS, PCI, etc.). Assist in implementing secure configurations and monitoring controls. Work with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and translate them into cloud requirements. Participate in discussions with vendors, product specialists, and internal teams to evaluate technologies. Support enterprise architecture reviews and solution assessments. Assist with performance analysis, troubleshooting, and optimization of cloud workloads. Help design and test workload migrations and disaster recovery scenarios. Support integration of cloud services with on-premises technologies (VMware, Cisco, Dell, Nutanix, etc.). Leverage State of Michigan Institutional knowledge to cloud engineering projects Requirements 1-3 years: Cloud Delivery Analyst / Business Analyst Knowledge of concepts of designing and developing dynamic Cloud solutions in Google Cloud Platform and Amazon Web Services and moving parts involved in continuous integration and delivery. Solid understanding and skill with DevOps, web services and application programming interfaces (APIs). Foundational institutional knowledge of State of Michigan platforms, cloud architecture, security requirements and processes. Ability to learn and apply cloud engineering concepts quickly. Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. Ability to interpret technical requirements and assist in developing cloud-based solutions. Interest in automation, DevOps, and continuous improvement. Clear communication skills for explaining technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Collaborative mindset and willingness to work across teams. Other desired skills: Containerization, Linux, Database skills, security and recovery, web services and applications programming interfaces (APIs) Core Tasks Desired Skills Cloud security and compliance experience Create, maintain, and troubleshooting skills for cloud infrastructure Experience with Tooling and Automation to enable seamless automation of infrastructure provisioning and configuration. Pipeline Design and Architecture to improve development flow and delivery. Certification(s): Google – Cloud Certified Cloud Digital Leader AWS – Certified Cloud Practitioner Minimum Education Bachelor's Degree Location Local candidates (strongly preferred) or non-local (must be willing to relocate at their own expense from acceptance with no delays & follow the hybrid schedule) Position is a hybrid schedule with NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week. (Tuesdays and Wednesdays are required onsite days). Working hours Monday-Friday, approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Additional Requirements Must be authorized to work in the United States; We are unable to offer sponsorships at this time Must undergo a background check and drug screening for employment. Employment Terms This is a W2 position 40 hrs per week HYBRID schedule - NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week. (Tuesdays and Wednesdays are required onsite days). About Zenfreed At Zenfreed, we are more than an IT company. We bridge the gap between people wanting to do the work they were meant to do and organizations needing the right talent. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Benefits We understand a comprehensive benefits package is crucial to employment satisfaction. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage options for all employees.