Overview

Sargent & Lundy is one of the most experienced full-service architect-engineering firms in the world. Founded in 1891, the firm is a global leader in power and energy with expertise in grid modernization, renewable energy, energy storage, nuclear power, and fossil fuels. Sargent & Lundy delivers comprehensive project services—from consulting, design and implementation to construction management, commissioning and operations/maintenance—with an emphasis on quality and safety. The firm serves public and private sector clients in the power and energy, gas distribution, industrial, and government sectors.

Our Core Values

Every decision we make is guided by our core values. By upholding these six principles, we support our clients, employees, and community. They are the compass we follow as we continue to grow our business and lead the industry.

Quality – We provide high-quality deliverables and services through an uncompromising focus on peer review, safety, and continuous improvement.

Accountability – Our actions demonstrate the highest levels of professionalism, integrity, and respect.

Our People – We value diverse perspectives, encourage professional growth, and are committed to providing a work community where people thrive. Our work is challenging but rewarding.

Our Clients – We deliver value and exceed our clients’ expectations through outstanding customer service, personal accessibility, and clear communication.

Innovation – Since 1891, we have invested in the people, training, tools, and technology needed to quickly adapt in a constantly changing world.

Meaningful Impact – We make a positive impact in the communities where we work and live.

Responsibilities

Join the dynamic team at Sargent & Lundy and play a vital role in designing, building, and maintaining our cutting-edge cloud infrastructure. As a Database/Cloud Administrator, you will be responsible for creating and managing databases, virtual networks, and virtual machines, among other cloud platform services. Your expertise in Azure Cloud and Azure Active Directory will be instrumental in managing identities and ensuring secure access. With a strong focus on performance optimization and problem-solving, you will monitor and troubleshoot issues to maintain the highest level of system availability. If you have a passion for automation and a desire to stay at the forefront of new technologies, this is the opportunity for you! Join us and make your mark in the world of cloud infrastructure.

Sargent & Lundy is a global leader in power and energy consulting, where innovation meets integrity, diversity, and a commitment to quality. Your responsibilities will encompass, but not be limited to, the following:

• Design, build and maintain Sargent & Lundy’s Cloud infrastructure including databases, virtual networks, virtual machines, etc.
• Administer IAAS, PAAS systems on Azure, Oracle Cloud, and other public cloud platforms.
• Create and manage cloud platform services including App service, storage accounts, Functions, key vaults, etc.
• Utilize Azure Active Directory to manage identities of database users and other Microsoft services.
• Maintain change management for services in test and production environments.
• Monitor performance of hardware, software, and cloud infrastructure components, and resolve system issues and outages.
• Troubleshoot problems regarding the databases, applications, development tools, and cloud infrastructure components.
• Create and manage backup,recovery, and disaster recovery strategies to support appropriate recovery points and recovery times.
• Manage cloud user accounts and permissions for both databases and infrastructure.
• Assist with the migration of existing databases and infrastructure to cloud-based systems.
• Collaborate with internal cross-functional teams concerning software upgrades, new software features, problem resolution, hardware upgrades, storage administration, and other maintenance.
• Advise and enforce best practice methodologies for cloud systems.
• Document operational, configuration, and other procedural processes.
• Provide after-hours on-call support as part of a rotational schedule.

This position offers the flexibility of a hybrid schedule with the expectation of 3 days per week in the office, and 2 days remote from home.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• 3 years of experience supporting highly available, secure cloud infrastructure and databases.
• Previous experience in infrastructure and database design and operations.
• Knowledge of shell, Perl, or equivalent scripting language and a drive to promote automation.
• Effective, clear communicaton skills to ensure collaboration with technical and non-technical staff.
• Strong troubleshooting techniques and problem-solving skills.
• Desire to learn and become effective with new technologies and applications.
• Collaborative personality with a desire to work with cross-functional teams.
• IAAS and PAAS experience in Azure Cloud and Azure Active Directory would be a plus.

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Sargent & Lundy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by law.