Job#: 3027711 Job Description: Job DescriptionCloud Engineer
Location: Houston, Texas (On-site)
Employment Type: Permanent
Role Overview
We are seeking a hands-on Cloud and Systems Engineer to support and maintain our AWS-hosted infrastructure, serverless workloads, Windows server environment, Mac OS environment, and day-to-day IT operations. This position blends cloud infrastructure operations (75%) with support responsibilities (25%). The role is ideal for a proactive and resourceful individual with foundational cloud experience who is eager to deepen their expertise in a fast-paced environment. This position will work 100% onsite at our corporate headquarters, with occasional travel to other local sites.
Key Responsibilities
- Support and maintain AWS Lambda functions, including writing and deploying new Python code.
- Manage AWS CDK (Infrastructure as Code) stacks for Lambda, Step Functions, EventBridge, API Gateway, and DynamoDB.
- Monitor CloudWatch logs, alarms, and SNS alert pipelines.
- Manage credentials and access policies using AWS Secrets Manager and IAM.
- Troubleshoot and maintain SaaS integrations, including OAuth token lifecycles and API connections.
- Administer Windows Server environments, Active Directory, Group Policy, and OneLogin SSO.
- Provide Tier 1-3 end-user support for user access, endpoint, and system issues, particularly when other IT personnel are unavailable.
- Assist with networking tasks, including Meraki VPN and AWS VPC connectivity.
- Manage CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions for automated deployments.
- Perform database optimization and querying for SQL Server.
Required Qualifications
Experience: 2-3 years of experience in IT systems administration or infrastructure support.
Technical Skills:- Hands-on AWS experience (Lambda, IAM, S3, CloudWatch, Secrets Manager).
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (CDK or CloudFormation) and serverless architectures.
- Proficiency in both writing and deploying Python code for Lambda functions.
- Windows Server administration and Active Directory / SSO (e.g., OneLogin) support.
- Required experience with Mac OS environments.
- Foundational networking knowledge (VPNs, routing, firewalls), including Meraki environments.
- Experience with SQL Server, focusing on database optimization and querying.
- Experience managing API integrations and credential lifecycles.
- Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, specifically GitHub Actions.
Preferred Qualifications
- AWS certification is a plus.
- Experience supporting system transitions or migrations.
Compensation & Benefits
The anticipated compensation for this position is $90,000 to $105,000 annually, complemented by a comprehensive benefits package.
This employer is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
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