Cloud Systems Engineer

Summary of Responsibilities:

GRF CPAS & Advisors has been part of the Washington, DC metropolitan region since 1981. The firm provides outsourced accounting, auditing, risk advisory and consulting, tax services, and IT services to an extensive client base, which consists of nonprofit organizations, government contractors, professional service firms and others.

Looking for an experienced level Cloud Engineer at an energetic & passionate company? GRF CPAS & Advisors, a Bethesda, MD CPA Firm is in search of a Cloud Engineer to join our IT team.

This is a hybrid work position.  You will be required to come to the office 2-3 days a week.  In this position, you will work with IT Team in the review and implementation of the firm’s infrastructure and transition to hybrid cloud technology that includes setup, deployment, and maintenance throughout the system’s lifecycle.  Our team-based environment requires the ability to prioritize projects, collaborate with others, learn new technologies as needed.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Reviewing existing systems to identify improvements for adequate capacity, scalability, and security that effectively meet the needs of the firm.
• Defining the implementation for hybrid cloud to include compute, storage, and integration with the firm’s infrastructure.
• Setup and test VDIs and Disaster Recovery System in Azure.
• Assisting with implementation and improving policies and procedures to ensure maximum availability of the firm’s IT infrastructure.
• Recommending alternative technologies or improvements to enhance information systems to support organizational goals.
• Reviewing detailed plans for the integration of cloud services for new systems architecture into existing platforms and integration with future infrastructure.
• Ensuring stability of the system by identifying best practices and lessons learned after a new system has been integrated.
• Ensuring infrastructure is in compliance of IT policies and procedures including change control management policies, systems maintenance procedural policies, disaster recovery plans, business continuity procedural policies, and system documentation policies.
• Working with the IT team as necessary for ensuring compliance to GBLA and other audit requirements as requested by the firm’s IT team.
• Collaborating with the IT team to implement an architecture and roadmap to enhance the reliability, security, and performance of the firm’s infrastructure systems and applications.
• Coordinating with CTO and other IT members to ensure that projects are completed efficiently.
• Documenting and keeping current procedures, as well as updated system design manuals for all systems. 
• Overseeing the implementation of new hybrid cloud infrastructure services and changes to existing on-premises infrastructure services, ensuring that commitments are properly planned, staffed, monitored, and reported.
• Staying current on all technology advancements in respect to their applications within the firm by working closely with key vendors to support IT infrastructure, address escalated issues, and remain updated with existing and new technologies.
• Work with Helpdesk team on escalated issues.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology or related field is required, or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years of experience in the implementation of IT infrastructure systems, specifically compute, storage and data centers.
• Must possess a demonstrable knowledge of enterprise systems, network, security, and software administration and engineering within a hybrid cloud environment.
• Must have Knowledge of Microsoft Azure cloud services and hybrid cloud architecture.
• Strong support, troubleshooting, and problem resolution capabilities.
• Strong analytical, creative problem solving and process improvement skills.
• Ability to handle highly complex troubleshooting tasks across all layers of the infrastructure stack.
• Prior experience working with application development, security, risk, compliance, and business teams. (not required).
• Excellent communication skills including the ability to translate complex technical requirements/solutions to all executive and management levels.
• Experience with VMware Infrastructure, vSphere, ESXi, NSX, and VCenter.
• Experience with Citrix Desktop Infrastructure.  (Not required)
• Experience with Microsoft 365 administration.
• Subject Matter Expert (SME) in core infrastructure working with enterprise levels of Compute, Storage, Networking, Virtualization, Active Directory services.
• Knowledge of Identity Access Management (IAM) concepts and platforms.
• Experience working with applications, network and security platforms and their impact to systems infrastructure.
• Experience with Cisco products, firewall, routing and switching technologies.
• Experience working with Microsoft Server operating systems and Active Directory.
• Experience with Veeam Backup applications.
• Proficient in scripting and automation tools.

This job description does not list all the duties of the job.  You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other instructions and duties. 

Management has the right to revise this job description at any time.  The job description is not a contract for employment, and either you or the employer may terminate employment at any time, for any reason.

Benefits

This is a full time position with option to work remotely or hybrid at our headquarters in Bethesda, MD. Our office is located 2 blocks from the metro. Our benefits include a comprehensive medical plan where individual premiums are paid, Profit Sharing and 401(k) plan, Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Paydown program, a culture that fosters flexibility and career development an so much more. We look forward to hearing from you!

GRF CPAs & Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability. At GRF CPAs and Advisors, we cultivate an inclusive business environment where all employees are valued for their unique contributions to our mission to provide exceptional financial, tax and consulting services to our clients in the US and around the world.