AWS Cloud Engineer

Job Title: AWS Cloud Engineer Job Code: AZ 14166 Client: State of Arizona – Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Location: Phoenix, Arizona (Hybrid) Contract Duration: 6 months, with potential conversion to a permanent State employee   Work Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM (40 hours/week) Work Location: 3300 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012 Closing Date: October 21, 2026, at 4:00 PM Position Overview The State of Arizona’s Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) is seeking an experienced AWS Cloud Operations Engineer to support cloud infrastructure, automation, system administration, and operational reliability. The ideal candidate will have strong AWS cloud engineering experience, Windows and Linux server administration skills, automation and scripting expertise, and experience leveraging AI tools to improve cloud operations. This is a temp-to-hire position with the opportunity to transition into a permanent State role based on performance and business needs. Required Skills

• At least 5 years of experience as a Cloud Engineer.
• Strong knowledge of AWS cloud infrastructure, including creating and administering cloud solutions.
• Experience with Microsoft Windows Server and Linux Server administration.
• Experience with AI tools and AI-assisted engineering.
• Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure, multi-tier application architecture, and virtualized environments.
• Experience with PowerShell, Python, Bash, JSON, or CLI tools for automation and scripting.
• Proficiency in Git/source control, DevOps workflows, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC).
• Knowledge of networking fundamentals, including DNS, TCP/IP, firewalls, and load balancing.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience debugging complex infrastructure issues.
• Active AWS certification, preferably Associate or Professional level.
• Relevant cloud certifications in AWS or Microsoft Azure.
• Experience with cloud cost optimization, automated auditing and monitoring, and database deployments across public cloud environments.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Management Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Cloud Automation: Automate cloud operations using Infrastructure as Code, scripting, and source control platforms.
• Infrastructure Management: Deploy, configure, and maintain scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant cloud environments across IaaS and PaaS.
• Architecture & Delivery: Collaborate with enterprise architects to develop secure, resilient cloud solutions aligned with organizational requirements.
• Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Monitor, audit, and resolve complex infrastructure issues across virtualization, containers, microservices, and application stacks.
• Security & Cost Optimization: Apply security standards and implement cloud cost-control and optimization practices.
• AI-Assisted Operations: Use AI tools and Large Language Models (LLMs) to accelerate scripting, troubleshoot infrastructure issues, prepare documentation, and improve operational workflows.
• Networking: Support cloud networking involving DNS, TCP/IP, firewalls, load balancing, and data flow controls.
• Documentation: Maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and cloud platform standards.

Important Notes

• Arizona residency is required. Candidates must currently reside in Arizona or be willing to relocate.
• This is a contract-to-hire position. Candidates must be eligible to convert to a permanent State employee.
• Visa sponsorship is not available.
• The initial onsite requirement is on the first day, followed by onsite attendance once per quarter and as required for business needs. The source also describes the arrangement as hybrid, with monthly in-office attendance; confirm the final onsite schedule with the client.
• Standard business hours apply, with occasional after-hours maintenance or operational changes.
• An enterprise background investigation is required. HireRight background checks and Global ID facial biometrics are used.
• During the contract phase, benefits are managed by the staffing agency. Upon conversion, employees may qualify for State of Arizona benefits, including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and the ASRS Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
• The client is seeking candidates genuinely interested in a long-term public-service career.

Primary Skills AWS Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Operations, Windows Server, Linux Server, Python, PowerShell, Bash, JSON, CLI Tools, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), Git/Source Control, DevOps Automation, AI Tools, Large Language Models (LLMs), DNS, TCP/IP, Firewalls, Load Balancing, Cloud Orchestration, Cloud Security, Cost Optimization, Monitoring, Troubleshooting, AWS Certification. Screening Question Do you have 5+ years of Cloud Engineering experience with AWS, Windows and Linux Server administration, scripting/automation, IaC, and AI-assisted engineering tools? Please confirm your current Arizona location or willingness to relocate, active cloud certifications, and eligibility for permanent State employment without visa sponsorship.