Cloud Engineer

Responsibilities

We are seeking a mid-to-senior level Cloud Engineer for a 6-month contract to support the design, implementation, and optimization of cloud infrastructure and identity management solutions. The ideal candidate will possess strong expertise in AWS cloud services and Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), with the ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with leadership and cross-functional teams as needed. Experience with Amazon Connect is highly preferred; however, candidates with a solid AWS background who are eager to learn Amazon Connect are encouraged to apply. This is a 6-month hybrid contract position based in Lakewood, Colorado, requiring one day onsite each week and four days working remotely.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Mid-to-senior level experience designing and supporting enterprise cloud environments.
• Strong hands-on experience with AWS cloud services.
• Experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) administration and Identity & Access Management (IAM).
• Working knowledge of the AWS Well-Architected Framework and its five pillars.
• Experience with:
  • AWS WorkSpaces
  • Virtual application environments
  • Hybrid Active Directory
  • Microsoft Intune
  • Windows Autopilot
  • Windows Hello for Business
  • Conditional Access and MFA
  • Identity governance and Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
• Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
• AWS and/or Microsoft certifications are a plus.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• The candidate must have a car, as this position requires travel between location and the transportation of equipment
• A valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance will be required
• Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
• Must demonstrate a “can-do” attitude

We focus on candidates that display our “ACE” factor – Attitude, Compassion, and Enthusiasm to deliver quality solutions with exceptional customer service.

Compensation: 

$60/hr - $69/hr

What you get:

We offer competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, 401K and more.

Overview

MOTIVATED…..make IT happen!

Sentinel Technologies, Inc. has been rated a top workplace every year since 2012!

About Us:

Sentinel delivers solutions that can efficiently address a range of IT needs – from security, to communications, to systems & networks, to software applications, to cloud and managed services; all of which include our staffing solutions for our clients. Since 1982, Sentinel has grown from providing technology maintenance services to our current standing as one of the leading IT services and solutions provider in the US. We have aligned with many of today’s global technology leaders including Cisco, Dell, VMware and Microsoft. Sentinel services customers both nationally and internationally with primary support operating centers in Downers Grove (HQ), Chicago, and Springfield, IL; Phoenix, AZ.; Lansing, and Grand Rapids, MI; Milwaukee, WI; and Denver, CO.

If you are MOTIVATED… you can make IT happen at Sentinel. Our commitment to our employees is to create a work environment that encourages creativity, an entrepreneurial spirit, fosters growth through certification and hands-on training, and values a team-oriented culture with rewards based on impact!

If you share our passion about what technology can do and want to be part of a top workplace environment – we’d like to have you join our team. Learn more at

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