Jr. Cloud Engineer

AEBS is seeking a Cloud Engineer to take on a contract position in Madison! This is a hybrid role (3 days onsite expected) that is estimated to last 6-12 months. Individuals who are earlier in their careers or recent graduates with strong cloud knowledge are encouraged to apply!

*No C2C inquiries, please!

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and curious Junior Cloud Engineer to join our Infrastructure and Cloud Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career technology professional looking to build hands-on experience with enterprise cloud platforms, infrastructure automation, and modern IT operations.

Working directly under the mentorship of the Manager of IT Hosting, this individual will gain exposure to cloud engineering best practices while contributing to critical infrastructure initiatives across both cloud and on-premises environments.

The ideal candidate is eager to learn, enjoys solving technical problems, and has a foundational understanding of cloud technologies, networking, scripting, or systems administration.

What You'll Do

• Assist with the deployment, configuration, and support of cloud infrastructure environments.
• Support ongoing cloud migration, modernization, and optimization initiatives.
• Learn and apply Infrastructure as Code (IaC) principles using tools such as Terraform.
• Assist in managing cloud resources across Azure and AWS environments.
• Help monitor cloud performance, reliability, and security.
• Participate in troubleshooting infrastructure, networking, and platform-related issues.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures.
• Support automation efforts through scripting and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with infrastructure, security, networking, and application teams on various technology projects.
• Participate in team meetings, knowledge-sharing sessions, and mentoring opportunities.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field (or expected graduation within the next few months).
• Basic understanding of cloud computing concepts and services.
• Foundational knowledge of networking, operating systems, or systems administration.
• Familiarity with at least one scripting language such as PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
• Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn new technologies.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to Microsoft Azure and/or Amazon Web Services (AWS).
• Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code concepts (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM, etc.).
• Experience through internships, labs, personal projects, coursework, or certifications.
• Understanding of virtualization technologies such as VMware.
• Relevant certifications such as:
• Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900)
• AWS Cloud Practitioner
• CompTIA Network+
• CompTIA Security+

What You'll Learn

This role is designed to provide hands-on experience and mentorship in:

• Enterprise cloud engineering
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
• Cloud security fundamentals
• Automation and scripting
• Hybrid cloud operations
• Infrastructure monitoring and support
• Modern DevOps and platform engineering practices

Why This Opportunity?

• Direct mentorship from an experienced cloud and infrastructure leader.
• Exposure to large-scale enterprise cloud environments.
• Opportunity to develop highly marketable cloud engineering skills.
• Strong likelihood of contract extension beyond the initial six-month engagement.
• Excellent entry point into a long-term career in cloud and infrastructure engineering.

AE Business Solutions does not sponsor applications for employment visas

AE Business Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer