Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

Texas GovLink, Inc. is an Austin-based firm which has been a provider of technical and business professionals to clients in Texas. We are currently seeking an experienced Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to be a key resource on a technical services team for our client,Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT).

**Location of job: Onsite. Candidates must be local to Austin, TX.**

Responsibilities

• Design, deploy, and maintain scalable and secure cloud infrastructure on AWS and Azure.
• Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Bicep, or CloudFormation.
• Monitor system performance, availability, and capacity using native and third-party tools.
• Ensure best practices in security, compliance, and cost optimization across both cloud environments.
• Collaborate with development, security, and operations teams to support CI/CD pipelines and cloud-native applications.
• Set up and manage virtual networks, VPNs, security groups, IAM roles/policies, load balancers, and storage accounts.
• Troubleshoot cloud service issues and performance bottlenecks.
• Participate in cloud migration initiatives, hybrid-cloud setups, and disaster recovery planning.
• Maintain cloud documentation, operational runbooks, and diagrams.

Qualifications

Minimum (Required):

3 years of:

• Hands-on experience with both AWS and Azure cloud platforms.
• Strong understanding of cloud networking, security controls, and identity/access management in both environments.
• Experience with CI/CD tools like GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, Jenkins, or GitLab.
• Proficient in scripting (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash) and automation.
• Familiar with monitoring/logging tools such as CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, Zenoss, and Splunk.
• Hands-on experience with containers (Docker, Kubernetes, AKS/EKS).

Preferred (Optional):

• Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator/Architect Associate, or equivalent.
• Experience with hybrid cloud and on-premises integration.
• Knowledge of cloud cost management tools (e.g., Azure Cost Management, AWS Cost Explorer).
• Familiarity with DevSecOps and cloud compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, HIPAA, SOC 2).

Overview

Texas GovLink offers its family of consultants excellent rates, a local support staff, and an attractive benefits package which includes medical insurance (TGL shares a percentage of the cost), life insurance, a matching 401(k) plan and a cafeteria plan. Candidates selected for interview will be required to undergo criminal background checks and may be required to complete a drug screen in accordance with Federal and State Law. Offers of Employment are contingent on a successful background check. Texas GovLink is an equal opportunities employer.