GCP Cloud Engineer - REMOTE in US
NTT DATA North America · Plano, TX
- On site
- Full-time
- $105,000 / year
- Plano, TX
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Job highlights
- Manage cloud infrastructure across multiple platforms.
- Automate operations with IaC and scripting.
- Ensure security and compliance standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Requires 3+ years cloud engineering experience.
About the role
About NTT DATA
NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centers as well as established and start-up partners. NTT DATA is a part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.Key Responsibilities:
Cloud Operations & Support
- Provision, configure, and maintain cloud infrastructure across OCI and AWS, Azure, GCP.
- Monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve incidents, performance issues, and service outages in production and staging environments.
- Implement and maintain monitoring, alerting, and logging solutions to ensure high availability and reliability.
- Lead root cause analysis and post-mortem documentation for major incidents.
- Execute patch management, upgrades, and regular maintenance activities.
- Develop and maintain backup, disaster recovery, and failover strategies and operations.
- Participate in on-call rotation and after-hours support as required.
Automation & Infrastructure Management
- Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates using tools such as Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM, or OCI Resource Manager.
- Use scripting (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) to automate repetitive tasks and operational processes.
- Champion the use of configuration management tools and assist in DevOps pipeline integrations.
- Recommend and implement cost optimization, resource utilization, and rightsizing strategies.
Security & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to security best practices, including least-privilege access, encryption, and network segmentation.
- Implement and manage identity and access management (IAM) policies and roles.
- Monitor, identify, and remediate security vulnerabilities reported by scanning tools or external advisories.
- Support compliance efforts related to customer and regulatory requirements (TxRAMP, ISO, SOC2, etc.).
Collaboration & Documentation
- Work closely with application, security, and network teams for solution delivery and support.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance as needed.
- Create and update technical documentation, runbooks, and SOPs.
- Participate in client calls to provide technical input when required.
Requirements:
- 3+ years of hands-on experience in cloud engineering, operations, and/or support (provisioning, configuring, securing, supporting, and optimizing cloud-native and hybrid workloads in AWS, Azure, GCP, and/or OCI).
- 3+ years multi-cloud experience (must have hands-on in at least 2 of AWS/Azure/GCP/OCI; familiarity in all is preferred.)
- Experience in scripting languages (Python, Bash, PowerShell, etc.).
- Experience with CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and automation tools (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates, etc.).
- Must be a US citizen or Green card holder.
- Ability to pass an FBI CJIS Background check.
- Willingness to support a 24*7 operations production support model.
Key skills/competency
- GCP Cloud Engineering
- Cloud Operations
- Infrastructure as Code (IaC)
- Automation
- Security & Compliance
- Multi-cloud Experience
- Scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
- DevOps
- CI/CD Pipelines
- Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
Skills & topics
- GCP Cloud Engineer
- Cloud Operations
- AWS
- Azure
- OCI
- Terraform
- Python
- Bash
- PowerShell
- DevOps
- CI/CD
- Docker
- Kubernetes
- Remote
- US Citizen
- Green Card Holder
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your GCP Cloud Engineer experience, multi-cloud skills (AWS, Azure, OCI), and proficiency with IaC tools like Terraform. Quantify achievements in cloud operations and automation.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Express your understanding of NTT DATA's commitment to client success and responsible innovation. Emphasize your ability to support a 24/7 operational model and your US citizen or Green card holder status.
- Prepare for technical interviews: Be ready to discuss your experience with provisioning, configuring, securing, and optimizing cloud workloads. Prepare to demonstrate your scripting skills (Python, Bash, PowerShell) and knowledge of CI/CD, Docker, and Kubernetes.
- Understand the company culture: Research NTT DATA's values, global reach, and commitment to digital transformation. Showcase how your collaborative approach and mentoring skills align with their team-oriented environment.
- Highlight security and compliance expertise: Emphasize your experience with IAM, vulnerability remediation, and adherence to security best practices, as well as any familiarity with TxRAMP, ISO, or SOC2 compliance.
Technical preparation
Practice IaC with Terraform for GCP and AWS.,Automate tasks using Python, Bash, or PowerShell.,Set up Docker/Kubernetes environments.,Configure monitoring and alerting tools.
Behavioral questions
Describe a major incident you resolved.,How do you handle on-call responsibilities?,Explain your approach to cost optimization.,How do you mentor junior engineers?
Frequently asked questions
- What are the key cloud platforms supported for the GCP Cloud Engineer role at NTT DATA?
- The GCP Cloud Engineer role at NTT DATA involves managing cloud infrastructure across multiple platforms including GCP, OCI, AWS, and Azure. While GCP is a focus, broad multi-cloud experience is highly valued.
- What is the required experience for the GCP Cloud Engineer position at NTT DATA?
- To be considered for the GCP Cloud Engineer role, you need at least 3 years of hands-on experience in cloud engineering, operations, and support. This includes provisioning, configuring, securing, supporting, and optimizing cloud-native and hybrid workloads, with multi-cloud experience being essential.
- Does NTT DATA offer remote work for the GCP Cloud Engineer role?
- Yes, this GCP Cloud Engineer position is advertised as REMOTE in the US. However, NTT DATA notes that remote and hybrid work options are subject to change based on client requirements.
- What are the citizenship/residency requirements for this GCP Cloud Engineer job?
- To be eligible for this GCP Cloud Engineer position, you must be a US citizen or a Green card holder. Additionally, an FBI CJIS Background check is required and administered every 12 months.
- What scripting languages and automation tools are important for this GCP Cloud Engineer role?
- Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, Bash, and PowerShell is required. Experience with automation tools like Terraform, CloudFormation, and ARM templates for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) is also crucial for this GCP Cloud Engineer position.
- What kind of salary can I expect for the GCP Cloud Engineer role at NTT DATA?
- The starting pay range for this GCP Cloud Engineer role is between $70,000 and $105,000 annually. The final compensation will depend on your relevant experience, technical skills, and other qualifications. The position may also be eligible for incentive compensation.
- Is there an on-call rotation for the GCP Cloud Engineer position?
- Yes, this GCP Cloud Engineer position supports a 24x7 operations production support model, which includes participating in an on-call rotation and providing after-hours support as required.
- What are the compliance requirements mentioned for the GCP Cloud Engineer role?
- The GCP Cloud Engineer role requires supporting compliance efforts related to customer and regulatory requirements such as TxRAMP, ISO, and SOC2. Ensuring adherence to security best practices is also a key aspect.