Principal IT Systems Engineer (Cloud)

TL;DR

Principal IT Systems Engineer (Cloud): Designing and evolving enterprise infrastructure, cloud services, and systems operations with an accent on scalability, reliability, and security. Focus on driving infrastructure strategy, implementing automation via IaC, and establishing engineering standards for hybrid and multi-cloud environments.

Location: Remote (US)

Salary: $165,000 - $180,000 + bonus

Company

hirify.global is a leader in Network Detection and Response (NDR), providing enterprises with unparalleled visibility and control against cyber threats using cloud-scale machine learning.

What you will do

• Define and drive the technical roadmap for infrastructure, cloud services, and identity management.
• Architect and implement secure, scalable, and highly available hybrid and multi-cloud solutions.
• Design and implement automation solutions, infrastructure-as-code frameworks, and operational workflows.
• Establish engineering standards, architectural best practices, and operational processes across IT.
• Serve as the highest-level technical escalation point for complex infrastructure and operational challenges.
• Mentor engineers and lead cross-functional projects involving networking, security, and business systems.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in systems engineering, infrastructure architecture, or cloud engineering.
• Deep expertise in Linux/Unix systems administration, automation, and infrastructure operations.
• Strong proficiency with Shell/Bash, Python, or similar scripting technologies.
• Experience with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
• Advanced knowledge of networking and application protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, SSH, TLS).
• Deep experience with authentication technologies (SAML, OAuth, Active Directory, LDAP) and platforms like Okta and AWS.

Nice to have

• Experience with AWS, Azure, and/or GCP.
• Experience supporting enterprise SaaS applications such as Google Workspace.
• Familiarity with virtualization platforms and container technologies.
• Understanding of system-level network and firewall security principles.

Culture & Benefits

• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision benefits.
• Flexible PTO, sick time, and 3 days of paid volunteer time.
• 401k with employer match.
• Annual discretionary bonus plan for non-commissioned positions.
• Educational reimbursement and a hybrid/remote work model.