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Lead infrastructure initiatives and projects. Work independently and on teams to achieve CFED IT objectives. Provide impact on the day-to-day efficiency of our IT operations, and an ongoing impact on our overall growth.\nResponsibilities:\nDefines and documents best practices and strategies regarding application deployment and infrastructure maintenance.\nProvides guidance, thought leadership, and mentorship to development teams to build cloud competencies.\nCompletes assigned tickets related to cloud services.\nWorks with systems and database administrators to implement cloud architectures that utilize industry best practices.\nDeploys and configures technologies and corresponding software.\nImplements cloud technology policies, and procedures for disaster recovery and archives to ensure effective protection and integrity of storage appliances and stored data assets.\nEstablishes appropriate end-user access control levels for stored data.\nPerforms tasks necessary to fulfill service level agreements with end-users regarding security, and availability.\nReviews and deploys cloud system releases and vendor-supplied patches according to best practices.\nFollows change control, incident response, and testing processes for modifications to cloud technologies and software.\nAnticipates, mitigates, identifies, responds to, and resolves issues with cloud, storage access, and data retrieval.\nResearch and makes recommendations on cloud products, services, and standards in support of procurement and development efforts.\nMonitors, analyzes, and predicts trends for cloud infrastructure performance, space allocation, and data growth to recommend enhancements to the IT storage team.\nMaintains cloud systems support and architecture documentation.\nWorks off hours to provide support for cloud services administration.\nProvides regular status reports on an agreed upon period of time.\nPerforms other job-related duties as assigned\nBasic Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology or other related field\n6 to 8 years working with network/security concepts as well as system performance configuration, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.\nSix to eight years of Microsoft cloud services experience in a professional environment including but not limited to O365, SharePoint, MS Teams, Exchange.\nAdvanced knowledge of Salesforce and ServiceNow.\nAdvanced knowledge of O365 including Rollout, Upgrade and Support.\nAdvanced knowledge of Azure Cloud Services, which includes Transition, Migration, Architecture, Support and Rollout.\nAdvanced knowledge of cloud virtualization platforms like VMWare vSphere, VMWare Realize Solutions, Microsoft VMM, Windows Azure and Amazon Web services platforms.\nAdvanced knowledge of Microsoft Access Identity Management including Azure AD, ADFS and SSO.\nAbility to analyze, troubleshoot, and provide solutions for technical issues demonstrating strong problem-solving and technical skills.\nAbility to handle multiple tasks and have proven experience in organizing, planning, scheduling and be able to execute high profile projects.\nAbility to work successfully in an environment with minimal direction.\nAbility to prioritize and execute tasks when under extreme pressure.\nAbility to handle changing work priorities in a fast-paced environment.\nAbility to work across lines, both within IT and outside IT; approachable and willing to receive input and constructive feedback.\nPerforms other duties as may be assigned.\nMust pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.\nWork Environment:\nWork is performed primarily in a climate-controlled environment. Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer; may occasionally require standing or moving about the office for extended periods.\nCompensation & Benefits:\nStarting Salary Range for Infrastructure Engineer III: Pay commensurate with experience.\nBenefits That Set Us Apart\nWhen considering your next opportunity, compensation is only part of the picture. We offer a benefits package designed to invest in your future and support your life outside of work.\nHighlights include:\nUp to a 6% 401(k) company match to help you build long-term financial security\nPaid time off as part of our comprehensive benefits package, so you have the flexibility to rest, recharge, and enjoy what matters most\nMedical, dental, and vision insurance, plus prescription drug coverage\nBasic life and AD&D insurance, with supplemental life options\nShort-term and long-term disability coverage\nPaid holidays\nEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)\nFlexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) options\nProfessional development, training, and certification support\nVoluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, and identity theft protection\nBecause taking care of our employees isn’t just a promise, it’s part of who we are.\nBenefits are subject to change and eligibility requirements apply.\nCompany Information:\nBehind every government mission stands skilled, mission-driven talent: people whose expertise and dedication turn complex challenges into successful outcomes. Cherokee Nation Businesses Corp - CFED, part of Cherokee Federal, the federal contracting division of Cherokee Nation Businesses, is that team. We modernize aging systems, deliver care where it’s needed most, and keep missions supplied, staffed, and moving across defense, intelligence, and civilian agencies. For more than 60 federal clients, we take on the work others won’t, and deliver where it counts. If that’s the kind of work you’re looking for, you’ve found your team. Learn more at cherokee-federal.com.\n#CherokeeFederal #LI-WD1\nCherokee Federal is a military friendly employer. Veterans and active military transitioning to civilian status are encouraged to apply.\nLegal Disclaimer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability or any other status protected under applicable federal, state or local law.\nMany of our job openings require access to government buildings or military installations. Candidates must pass pre-employment qualifications of Cherokee Federal.\nCompliance Notices\nCherokee Federal is a federal contractor subject to the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA). As required by VEVRAA, we take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified protected veterans. Protected veterans are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.\nCherokee Federal takes affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to self-identify during the application process.\nReasonable accommodations are available to qualified individuals with disabilities or those with sincerely held religious beliefs. 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