Cloud Infrastructure Architect

Lynden Incorporated is seeking a Cloud Infrastructure Architect, where you'll lead the design, implementation, and optimization of secure, scalable, and resilient Azure cloud infrastructure supporting native cloud applications. You will bridge the gap between software development, operations, and cybersecurity, delivering business outcomes aligned with our strategic direction. This position is not safety sensitive.

Who we are:

Lynden is a family-owned transportation and logistics company dedicated to helping our customers balance speed and budget through air, land, and sea shipping options. Our corporate office, home to 95 IT professionals, supports our 20 sister companies with over 2,500 employees. With a remarkable history of no layoffs in over 40 years, we offer you a stable and rewarding IT career that will be an adventure

We encourage you to apply and bring your expertise in:

Cloud & On-Prem Infrastructure Management

• Design, implement, and maintain multi-tier hybrid cloud and on-premises IT infrastructure, ensuring performance, reliability, and scalability.
• Deploy and manage infrastructure in public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) alongside traditional data center environments.
• Ensure high availability, failover, and disaster recovery strategies across multi-cloud and on-prem systems.

System Security & Compliance

• Implement security best practices for cloud and on-prem systems, including IAM, encryption, and network security.
• Monitor and respond to security vulnerabilities, ensuring compliance with industry standards (e.g., NIST, ISO, SOC, HIPAA).
• Work with cybersecurity teams to establish secure hybrid-cloud networking and workload protections.

Automation & Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

• Develop and maintain automation scripts for cloud and on-prem environments using Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, or equivalent tools.
• Streamline deployments using CI/CD pipelines and configuration management solutions.
• Optimize system performance through automation and orchestration strategies.

Performance Monitoring & Optimization

• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and proactively identify areas for improvement.
• Utilize tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, Elastic, or cloud-native monitoring solutions for observability.
• Implement cost optimization strategies for cloud resource usage.

Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with DevOps, network, security, and application teams to support business initiatives.
• Provide technical leadership on infrastructure projects and cloud migrations.
• Offer tier-3 escalation support for complex system and cloud-related issues.

What we need from you (minimum requirements):

• 5 years of experience in systems engineering, including hybrid cloud and on-premises environments.
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and on-prem technologies (VMware, Hyper-V, bare metal servers).
• Experience with Kubernetes, containerization, and serverless computing.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible, Python, PowerShell, and/or Bash.
• Strong knowledge of networking, security, and compliance frameworks.

Preference if you also have:

• Preferred certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Administrator, Google Cloud Professional Engineer, or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.

What you need to know:

• Casual office setting with on-site gym
• Easy access to Link Light Rail
• Free onsite parking
• This is a hybrid position, working 2 days on-site and 3 days remote.
• Primarily office-based with occasional data center visits or travel to remote sites.
• Ability to work extended hours during critical system upgrades or incidents.

What's in it for you:

• Discretionary bonus program
• Competitive wages with annual wage reviews
• Health Insurance – 2 medical plans to choose from as low as $0/month
• Health Insurance for your family – cover your entire family for medical, dental and vision for $222/month on our HDHP
• Dental and Vision available with low employee payroll deduction
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Mental Health benefits including in-office visits and short-term virtual programs
• Paid Time off – start with 17 days paid time off a year additional paid extended leave. PTO days increase with years of service
• Paid Holidays - 8 paid holidays a year in addition to your PTO
• 401(k) with 50% of the first 6% contributed matched additional annual retirement contribution
• Employee assistance program – at no cost to you
• Life Insurance, long term disability and AD&D – at no cost to you
• Tuition Reimbursement program
• Mass transit reimbursement
• Career advancement through internal promotions

Fine Print:

All offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background and pre-employment drug screen, excluding marijuana, where prohibited by law. Random drug testing is required for all Lynden Incorporated employees, excluding marijuana from non-safety sensitive positions in Washington.

Lynden Incorporated is an equal opportunity employer.

Lynden Incorporated does not discriminate based upon race, color, religion, sex, marital status, military status, age, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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