Cloud Specialist Ravi Jackson,MS

Cloud Specialist

Full Time • Ravi Jackson,MS
 
Job Title: Cloud Specialist 
Job Code: MS 157294
Client: State of Mississippi – MDHS
Location: Jackson, MS (100% Onsite – Local Candidates Only)
Duration: Contract until 06/01/2029

Position Overview 
The State of Mississippi (MDHS) is seeking a Cloud Specialist to support the design, implementation, and operations of enterprise public cloud environments. This role focuses on cloud infrastructure deployment, automation, security, and integration with on-prem systems while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. 

Key Responsibilities 
  • Deploy, configure, and maintain cloud infrastructure (AWS/Azure) 
  • Support cloud migrations and hybrid environment integrations 
  • Implement automation and infrastructure-as-code (IaC) solutions 
  • Monitor system performance and troubleshoot cloud-related issues 
  • Apply security configurations and compliance standards (NIST, IRS 1075) 
  • Collaborate with infrastructure, development, and security teams 
  • Maintain technical documentation and operational procedures 
  • Support backup, recovery, and disaster recovery solutions 
Required Skills & Experience
  • 5–6+ years of experience with public cloud platforms (AWS or Azure) 
  • Strong knowledge of: 
  • Compute, storage, networking, and IAM (Identity & Access Management) 
  • Windows Server and Linux (RHEL, CentOS, Ubuntu) 
  • Scripting (PowerShell, Python, or Bash) 
  • Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation) 
  • Understanding of networking concepts (DNS, routing, firewalls) 
  • Experience troubleshooting enterprise cloud environments 
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with hybrid cloud environments (on-prem + cloud integration) 
  • Knowledge of compliance frameworks (NIST, IRS Publication 1075) 
  • Experience with cloud monitoring, logging, and performance tools 
  • Experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices 
  • Familiarity with cloud databases (Azure SQL, AWS RDS) 
  • Knowledge of backup and disaster recovery solutions 
Key Competencies
  • Cloud Infrastructure & Operations (AWS/Azure) 
  • Automation & Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) 
  • Cloud Security & Compliance 
  • Networking & System Integration 
  • Troubleshooting & Performance Optimization 
  • IT Service Management & Operations 
Important Notes
  • 100% onsite role (Jackson, MS) – no remote or hybrid allowed 
  • Only the approved R2R format must be used for submission 
  • Must be available for full-time onsite work 
  • Strong preference for candidates with enterprise/government cloud experience 
Primary Skills
AWS, Azure, Cloud Infrastructure, PowerShell, Python, Bash, Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation, Windows Server, Linux, Networking, IAM, CI/CD
 
 




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