IT Cloud Engineer | Remote, USA

Optiv is hiring an IT Cloud Engineer. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in VMware technologies (vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, NSX, vSAN) and the ability to integrate those environments with modern cloud services. This position plays a key role in building scalable, secure, and cost-effective hybrid solutions while improving automation, monitoring, and operational efficiency. This individual will work closely with infrastructure, security, and application teams to ensure a smooth migration process, maintain compliance standards, and support ongoing optimization of both VMware and cloud environments.How you'll make an impactDesign, deployment, and optimization of enterprise VMware environments (vSphere, vCenter, ESXi) supporting hybrid and cloud migration strategiesAssess existing on-prem VMware workloads and develop migration strategies to AWS, Azure, or GCP (e.g., VMware Cloud on AWS, Azure VMware Solution, GCVE)Design and implement highly available, scalable, and secure hybrid cloud architectures leveraging VMware and native cloud servicesDeploy and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, CloudFormation, or ARM templates for both VMware and cloud-native environmentsManage and optimize core VMware components including clusters, storage (vSAN), networking (NSX), and disaster recovery solutionsSupport and optimize IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS integrations as part of cloud migration and modernization initiativesEnsure seamless connectivity and workload mobility between on-prem VMware environments and cloud platformsLead end-to-end VMware workload migrations to the cloud, including discovery, assessment, planning, execution, and post-migration optimizationDefine migration patterns (rehost, refactor, re-platform) based on application dependencies and business requirementsCoordinate with application, network, and security teams to ensure successful migration outcomesTroubleshoot complex hybrid environment issues across VMware and cloud platformsPartner with cloud architects, infrastructure teams, security, and application teams to align migration strategies with business prioritiesCreate and maintain detailed technical documentation, migration runbooks, and best practicesContribute to architectural standards and reference designsWhat we're looking for5+ years of hands-on cloud engineering experience (AWS, Azure, or GCP) with prior general IT/infrastructure background7+ years of overall IT infrastructure or systems experience, including server, network, and storage platformsStrong experience with at least one major cloud provider: AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Expertise in compute, storage, networking, and security servicesExperience with hybrid and multi-cloud architecturesExperience migrating workloads from on-premises environments (e.g., VMware) to cloud platformsProficiency with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as: Terraform, CloudFormation / ARM /BicepStrong scripting and automation skills: Python, PowerShell, BashWorking knowledge of security frameworks such as NIST, CIS, or ISO 27001 Experience implementing cloud security guardrails, identity‑first access controls, logging, encryption, and compliance controlsOne or more active cloud certifications such as:AWS Certified (Associate or Professional), Microsoft Azure Certified, or Google Cloud Professional Engineer highly preferredAbility to travel up to 10%What you can expect from OptivA company committed to our inclusive value through our Employee Resource GroupsWork/life balanceProfessional training resourcesCreative problem-solving and the ability to tackle unique, complex projectsVolunteer Opportunities. “Optiv Chips In” encourages employees to volunteer and engage with their teams and communities.The ability and technology necessary to productively work remotely/from home (where applicable)EEO StatementOptiv is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age 40 and over, marital status, genetic information, national origin, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.Optiv respects your privacy. By providing your information through this page or applying for a job at Optiv, you acknowledge that Optiv will collect, use, and process your information, which may include personal information and sensitive personal information, in connection with Optiv’s selection and recruitment activities. For additional details on how Optiv uses and protects your personal information in the application process, click here to view our Applicant Privacy Notice. If you sign up to receive notifications of job postings, you may unsubscribe at any time.Originally posted on Himalayas