Full-Time
Infrastructure DevOps & Cloud Systems Engineer
Posted on 9/27/2025
Champions Group Holdings
501-1,000 employees
Holding company growing home services brands
Compensation Overview
$110k - $125k/yr
Brea, CA, USA
In Person
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- Degree in Computer Science or related field
- 4–7 years of experience in cloud/system administration and DevOps engineering
- Expertise in Office365 / Azure Active Directory, identity & access management, and SaaS integrations
- Strong hands-on knowledge of Azure (preferred) or AWS
- Solid experience with PowerShell, Python, or Bash scripting
- Proficiency with infrastructure automation (Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD pipelines)
- Knowledge of networking (DNS, SD-WAN, VPNs, firewalls) and security best practices
- Familiarity with RMM tools (Atera or equivalent), endpoint patch management, and monitoring solutions
- Automate Office 365 / EntraID (Azure AD) integration, including SSO, SCIM provisioning, and user lifecycle management linked to HR systems
- Implement role-based access controls (RBAC) and least privilege policies across cloud and SaaS environments
- Provision, configure, and maintain cloud infrastructure (Azure/AWS/GCP), including compute (VMs, containers), storage, and networking resources
- Manage server OS (Windows/Linux) patching, hardening, and compliance
- Streamline Office 365 account provisioning and de-provisioning with automated workflows
- Implement backup and disaster recovery (BC/DR) policies for cloud and on-prem workloads
- Perform system monitoring, performance tuning, and capacity planning/sizing of infrastructure components
- Develop and maintain automation scripts (PowerShell, Python, Terraform, Ansible) for provisioning, configuration, and patching
- Build API integrations with HR, billing portals, SaaS platforms, and monitoring tools for data aggregation, business insights, reporting, and anomaly detection
- Administer and monitor SD-WAN for connectivity and performance optimization
- Configure firewalls, DNS, domain security protocols (DNSSEC, SPF, DKIM, DMARC)
- Monitor and remediate anomalies, intrusions, or endpoint risks through RMM tools and cybersecurity consoles
- Support identity protection, endpoint detection and response (EDR), and vulnerability management
- Implement system health checks, log aggregation, and alerts (RMM/ MDR Platforms, Azure Monitor, or similar)
- Perform incident response and root cause analysis to improve uptime and reliability
- Establish infrastructure as code (IaC) pipelines for repeatable deployments
- Maintain system inventory and enforce audit/compliance policies through automated reporting
- Administer endpoint patch management across servers, desktops, and mobile devices
- Support IT operations, including domain registration, SSL/TLS certificate management, DNS management, and cloud governance controls
- Collaborate with developers and IT staff to ensure secure, reliable, and cost-optimized infrastructure
- Experience with containerization (Azure Container Instances, AWS ECS, Docker)
- Exposure to compliance frameworks (CIS, NIST, PCI, OWASP)
- Strong troubleshooting and incident response skills
Champions Group Holdings acquires and grows home service brands that serve residential customers with services like HVAC, plumbing, electrical work, indoor air quality improvements, and insulation. These services are delivered through its portfolio brands, which emphasize transparent pricing with written guarantees that the quoted price is final and free of hidden fees. The company differentiates itself by a portfolio-and-brand-partnership model focused on operational excellence and personnel development to boost profitability and market value for each brand. Its goal is to maximize value across the portfolio by expanding service offerings and improving operations while maintaining customer trust and competitive pricing.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Irvine, California
Founded
N/A
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Blackstone acquisition at $2.5B valuation in early 2026 accelerates growth across tier-one MSAs.
- Recent acquisitions like Lex Cooling in January 2026 and Bee's Plumbing expand Texas and Seattle footprints.
- Over 1,800 technicians support scaled model with Odyssey and management retaining minority stakes.
What critics are saying
- Regulatory antitrust scrutiny blocks Blackstone deal in H1 2026, eroding investor confidence.
- ServiceTitan dominance forces 15-20% cost hikes from software upgrades within 6-12 months.
- Integration overload from Lex and Bee's buys causes 30% technician turnover in 12-18 months.
What makes Champions Group Holdings unique
- Champions Group acquires established brands like ABC Cooling and Bell Brothers for operational excellence.
- Membership model with 150,000 active members drives customer loyalty and recurring revenue.
- Transparent pricing via written guarantees builds trust in competitive home services market.
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Company News
Blackstone has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Champions Group, a residential renovation services provider, from Odyssey Investment Partners. The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to customary conditions. Champions Group operates an integrated model with over 1,800 field technicians and 150,000 active members, providing repair and replacement services in the residential market. The company has developed a differentiated approach based on its membership model and commitment to customer service. Financial terms were not disclosed. Odyssey Investment Partners and Champions Group's management will retain a significant minority stake alongside Blackstone following the transaction.
Press releases, portfolio company news, and timely updates on our business.
Blackstone announces agreement to acquire Champions Group. NEW YORK-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Blackstone (NYSE: BX) announced today that funds managed by Blackstone's perpetual private equity strategy (BXPE) ("Blackstone") have entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Champions Group, a premier provider of essential home services, from Odyssey Investment Partners, LLC ("Odyssey"). Odyssey and management are retaining a significant minority investment alongside Blackstone. Champions Group is a leading residential services platform providing essential home services to the residential repair and replacement market. The Company operates a scaled, integrated model across tier one MSAs with over 1,800 field technicians and 150,000 active members. Champions Group has built a differentiated go-to-market approach anchored by its membership model and longstanding commitment to delivering top-tier service to its loyal customer base. Frank DiMarco, CEO of Champions Group, said: "Partnering with Blackstone marks a defining next chapter for Champions Group. With Odyssey's backing, we built one of the premier home services companies by empowering local leaders, investing in great teams, and earning customer trust. As we enter our next phase, we believe Blackstone's resources and expertise will help us accelerate growth, strengthen our market leadership, and continue raising the bar for the home services industry." Michael Staub, Senior Managing Director, and Maury Bardovi, Managing Director at Blackstone, said: "We are thrilled to partner with Frank DiMarco and Odyssey as we continue to build Champions Group into a multi-service residential services platform. By bringing together best-in-class essential services under one umbrella, we have an opportunity to redefine what homeowners expect from a residential services provider - exceptional quality, reliability, and scale, all delivered locally. This partnership positions Champions Group to set a new standard for the industry and create long-term value for customers, employees, and the communities it serves." Brian Kwait, Chief Executive Officer, and Dennis Moore, Managing Principal of Odyssey, said, "We are excited to partner with Blackstone in the next chapter of growth for Champions Group. Over the past five years, we have had the honor of collaborating with Frank DiMarco and his outstanding team to successfully build Champions Group into a larger and more diverse home services company through a range of value generating organic growth initiatives and several strategic acquisitions. We are grateful for their outstanding leadership and look forward to continuing to provide our support to Champions Group as they further expand an outstanding platform to serve customers at the highest level, with the added benefit of Blackstone's strategic and financial resources." Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026, subject to customary conditions. Weil served as a legal advisor to Blackstone. William Blair is serving as lead financial advisor to Champions Group and Odyssey, with Piper Sandler and Baird as co-financial advisors. Latham & Watkins LLP is serving as legal counsel to Odyssey. About Blackstone Blackstone is the world's largest alternative asset manager. Blackstone seeks to deliver compelling returns for institutional and individual investors by strengthening the companies in which the firm invests. Blackstone's $1.3 trillion in assets under management include global investment strategies focused on real estate, private equity, credit, infrastructure, life sciences, growth equity, secondaries and hedge funds. Further information is available at www.blackstone.com. Follow @blackstone on LinkedIn, X (Twitter), and Instagram. About Champions Group Based in Orange County, CA, Champions Group is a leading provider of essential home services specializing in heating, air conditioning, plumbing and electrical services. With the mission to maintain long-term relationships with its customers, Champions Group is dedicated to delivering timely, high-quality services across a comprehensive suite of HVAC, electrical and plumbing products. About Odyssey Investment Partners Odyssey Investment Partners is a leading private equity investment firm with more than a 25-year history of partnering with skilled managers and using its buy, build and integrate approach to transform middle-market companies into more efficient and diversified businesses with strong growth profiles. Odyssey makes majority-controlled investments in industrial and business services sectors with a long-term positive outlook and favorable secular trends. For further information about Odyssey, please visit www.odysseyinvestment.com. Media contacts. 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