Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer

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Summary

The Sr Cloud Infrastructure Engineer plays an integral role in defining and assessing the firm’s infrastructure and operations strategy, architecture and practices. This position may be required, based on the overall size and available competencies within the IT organization, to assume responsibility for security functions. This position will be required to effectively translate business objectives and risk management strategies into specific processes enabled by technologies and services.

Location

This position can sit in any of our U.S. offices and offers a hybrid work schedule.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain Azure-based infrastructure supporting global enterprise workloads.
• Develop and maintain structured landing zone architecture and scalable cloud governance model.
• Design, implement and manage hub-and-spoke network topology with hybrid connectivity and SD-WAN integration.
• Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform and ARM templates.
• Automate provisioning, configuration, and lifecycle management using PowerShell, Python, and CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).
• Manage Azure networking services including VNets, subnetting, routing, VPN/ExpressRoute, and security boundariesIntegrate on-prem and cloud systems with secure identity and network models.
• Implement and enforce cloud security controls including RBAC, MFA, and identity governance.
• Collaborate with security teams on threat detection, vulnerability management, and compliance initiatives.
• Utilize tools for cloud posture management, runtime protection, and IaC scanning where applicable.
• Support secure DevOps practices and integrate security into CI/CD pipelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Skills

• Must have experience on Automation platforms and proven skills in scripting tools (PowerShell, Azure CLI).
• Experience in articulating the business drives and architectural approach/trade-offs during discussion for solutions buy-in and consensus at various levels is required.
• Demonstrated experience in managing “upward” among senior leadership.
• Experience leading diverse teams. Must have a proven track record of leading large-scale projects, incorporating best practices.
• Experience mentoring/training the engineering staff on complex technical issues.
• Five plus years' experience in Cloud technologies (Azure/AWS). Strong technical, analytical and project management skills.
• Experience leading and participating in large deployment projects and strategic initiatives.
• Experience in articulating the business drives and architectural approach/trade-offs during discussions for solution buy-in at various levels and gain consensus.
• Demonstrated data-driven mindset and decision-making skills.
• Ability and willingness to multi-task and learn new technologies quickly.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced agile environment. Ability to adapt to moving targets as requirements change.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills needed.

Minimum Education

• High School or GED

Preferred Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or related field.

Minimum Years of Experience

• 8+ years of experience in IT business/industry which includes advanced experience in cloud infrastructure engineering with a focus on cloud networking principles, security, identity, automation & CI/CD. Experience scripting with PowerShell and/or Python and understanding of source control processes.

Essential Job Expectations

While the specific job requirements of a DLA Piper position may vary depending upon scope of the job and area of specialty, there are certain universal requirements that are expected of all DLA Piper employees, which include but are not limited to:

• Effectively communicate, verbally and in writing, with clients, lawyers, business professionals, and third parties;
• Produce deliverables, answer phone calls, and reply to correspondence in an efficient and responsive manner;
• Provide timely, accurate, and quality work product;
• Successfully meet deadlines, expectations, and perform work duties as required;
• Foster positive work relationships;
• Comply with all firm policies and practices;
• Engage in both physical and sedentary activity, such as (a) working at a computer for extended periods of time, including on-screen reading and typing; (b) participating in digital/virtual conference calls; (c) participating in meetings as needed;
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing demands in a fast-paced environment;
• Perform all other duties, tasks or projects as assigned.

Our employees are expected to embrace and uphold our firm values as a part of our DLA Piper culture. We are committed to excellence in how we represent our clients and develop our people.

Physical Demands

Sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.    

Work Environment    

The individual selected for this position may have the opportunity for a hybrid work arrangement comprised of remote and in-office work, the requirement for which will be determined in coordination with the hiring manager or supervisor and may be modified in the firm’s discretion in the future.

Disclaimer    

The purpose of this job description is to provide a concise statement of the work elements and to organize and present the information in a standardized way. It is not intended to describe all the elements of the work that may be performed by every individual in this classification, nor should it serve as the sole criteria for personnel decisions and actions. The job duties, requirements, and expectations for this position may be modified at the Firm’s discretion at any time. This job description does not change the at-will nature of employment. 
 

Application Process     

Applicants must apply directly online instead of sending application materials via email. 
 

Accommodation    

Reasonable accommodations may be made upon request to permit individuals with a disability to perform the essential functions and responsibilities of the position or to participate in the job selection process. If you have a request for an accommodation during the application process, please contact [email protected]. 
 

Agency applications will not be considered.     
 

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship or support.  

The firm’s expected hiring range for this position is $112,879 - $179,481 depending on the candidate’s geographic market location.

The compensation offered for employment will also be dependent on other factors including the candidate’s experience, skills, educational and professional background, and overall qualifications. We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

Applicants who are not based in the jurisdiction in which this position is posted and who apply for this role are doing so voluntarily and are not eligible for relocation assistance. Any relocation benefits, if any, are provided only where a relocation is required at the firm’s direction and in accordance with applicable policy and law.
 

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