Cloud Systems Engineer (remote)

Your Impact

Technology at our institution is not just about systems, it’s about people and possibility. Your work will:

• Enable effective communication and collaboration across the university
• Support essential academic and administrative operations from admissions through graduation
• Strengthen the security and resilience of systems that protect institutional data
• Help build a flexible digital campus that supports on-campus, remote, and hybrid experiences

What You’ll Do

Advance Enterprise and Digital Learning Environments

• Administer and enhance the Microsoft 365 platform, with a focus on security, compliance, and usability
• Deliver reliable enterprise services that support teaching, learning, and operations
• Contribute to platform governance and architectural decisions
• Partner with IT and campus stakeholders to align services with institutional priorities

Lead Microsoft 365 Collaboration & Messaging

• Support and govern Microsoft 365 services including Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, Power Automate, and Copilot
• Manage messaging, collaboration, and compliance capabilities across the platform
• Implement security, retention, and governance policies
• Troubleshoot complex issues across cloud services
• Support service lifecycle management and modernization initiatives

Support Cloud Platforms

• Contribute to the administration and growth of Microsoft Azure services
• Help design scalable, secure solutions to meet evolving needs
• Participate in governance, identity management, and cost optimization efforts

Maintain and Modernize Infrastructure

• Support on-premises systems, including VMware environments
• Assist with backup and disaster recovery solutions
• Contribute to storage/SAN platform management
• Support modernization efforts bridging on-prem and cloud environments

Collaborate Across the University

• Partner with IT Security, Networking, and academic units to deliver integrated solutions
• Provide technical expertise to support campus initiatives
• Contribute to documentation and continuous improvement efforts

• Bachelor’s degree in a technology field, with 3-5+ years of application/system administration and Microsoft 365 platform experience or equivalent work experience.
• Experience supporting Microsoft 365 services (messaging, collaboration, identity, and security) in an enterprise environment
• Familiarity with Microsoft Azure
• Working knowledge of private infrastructure, including: 
  • VMware virtualization
  • Backup and recovery solutions
  • Storage/SAN platforms
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and problem-solving skills
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to supporting a diverse academic community

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in higher education or other mission-driven environments
• Knowledge of PowerShell, Ansible, Terraform, or automation practices
• Relevant certifications (Microsoft 365, Azure, or infrastructure technologies)

• Contribute to a mission-driven organization focused on student success
• Work in a collaborative environment with meaningful impact
• Help shape a modern, secure, and inclusive digital campus
• Access opportunities for professional growth and continuous learning

If you’re motivated to make a meaningful impact through technology and enjoy working at the intersection of cloud services, enterprise systems, and education, we encourage you to apply. For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.