What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cloud Infrastructure Engineer position at Colgate University?
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Position Information
| Job Category | Professional/Administrative |
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| Position Title | Cloud Infrastructure Engineer |
| Full Time/Part Time | Full Time |
| Division | Dean of the Faculty |
| Department | Information Technology Services - Services and Shared Infrastructure |
| Work Arrangement type | On-Site (Hamilton, NY) - expected to work fully at the designated campus/office location. |
| Hiring Wage/Salary Range | $90,000.00-$95,000.00 |
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| Certifications | Must have a valid driver's license in accordance with the University's MVR policy. |
| Offer Determination | When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations. |
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| Other Information |
Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position. |
| Benefits | Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. Explore the full benefits package on our Benefits page. |
| Department Statement | Colgate University's Information Technology Services (ITS) is a dynamic organization that serves the diverse technology needs of the university community. Comprised of several functional areas, Classrooms, Digital Media & Events; Data Analytics & Decision Support; Engagement & Support; Information Security; Learning & Applied Innovation; Services & Shared Infrastructure, ITS prides itself on exceptional customer service and building collaborative relationships to meet the unique needs of our liberal arts campus. ITS endeavors to foster an inclusive environment that values diversity, professional development, creativity, and innovation to support the growth of individuals and the organization. |
| Accountabilities | Colgate University is seeking a forward-thinking Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to join our Services and Shared Infrastructure team within Information Technology Services (ITS). In this role, you will play a pivotal part in driving Colgate's continued transition to a modern, hybrid cloud infrastructure and system architecture. The Cloud Infrastructure Engineer acts as a core member of the Enterprise Infrastructure Services team working to help imagine and expand our infrastructure and design systems that are highly resilient, secure, and accessible. The core responsibilities of this position include: Cloud Architecture & Infrastructure Automation: Responsible for the day-to-day design, administration, and optimization of Colgate's cloud and hybrid infrastructure. Manages cloud architecture standards and building infrastructure automation utilizing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to ensure the reliability, security, and scalability of the enterprise cloud environment. Maintains and improves cloud infrastructure and services, specifically within AWS & Azure. Systems & Network Administration: Oversees the uptime, efficiency, and maintenance of campus on-premise virtual environments (Hyper-V), servers (Linux and Windows), network access control (Aruba ClearPass), storage arrays (Pure Storage), and enterprise software firewalls (Palo Alto). Provides strategic input to guide the ITS Campus Infrastructure plan, supporting current and future building projects and campus needs. AI Integration & Emerging Technology: Maintains familiarity with modern AI frameworks, actively researching current and emerging AI tools, cloud, and networking technologies to apply best practices. Safely integrating AI tools into daily tasks where appropriate, maintaining a security-first mindset regarding data sharing with AI tools. Project Management: Demonstrated ability to successfully lead small projects and participate in large projects by creating project plans, developing requirements, and coordinating across teams. Demonstrated ability to navigate and consistently add value within a matrixed organization. Consistently meeting deadlines and collaborating effectively with the team. Change Management: Responds positively to changing university initiatives and readily adapts behavior to maintain effective performance; understands the long-term direction of the University and can relate this to departmental area; adapts to new methodologies; identifies and acts on areas where change is appropriate. At Colgate, our technology is driven by our values. We expect our team members to champion thoughtful communication, teamwork, respect, and empathetic customer service in everything they do. Additional Responsibilities
On-Call Responsibilities
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Posting Detail Information
| Requisition Number | 2026S049Posting |
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| Temporary | No |
| Work Schedule | This is a full-time, 12-month position operating under Colgate University HR policies and New York State law. While standard hours align with the Monday-Friday business hours of the Services and Shared Infrastructure office, this role requires flexibility. Candidates must be available for evening, overnight, weekend, and holiday work for scheduled maintenance, and participate in an on-call rotation to handle off-hour critical issues. |
| Job Open Date | 06/29/2026 |
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| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Special Instructions Summary | |
| EEO Statement | The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws. |
| Clery Act |
CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate's Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu. |
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Salary : $90,000 - $95,000