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OUR GOAL: Treat our consultants and clients the way we would like others to treat us! Interested in joining our team? Check out the opportunity below and apply today! The Cloud Infrastructure team with our Memphis, TN client is seeking a highly skilled contract Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to lead the transformation of legacy virtual machine-hosted applications into containerized deployments. This role will focus on migrating workloads into Docker or Kubernetes-based environments within Azure and AWS, helping us modernize and standardize infrastructure across multiple business units. • *OPEN TO REMOTE** Key Responsibilities: • Assess and analyze legacy VM-based applications to determine containerization readiness and approach. • Design and implement Docker container definitions and Kubernetes manifests for legacy apps. • Refactor and package applications for deployment in Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), AWS ECS, or Azure Container Apps. • Collaborate with Cloud Architecture and Application teams to understand dependencies, configuration, and runtime behaviors. • Set up container registries, image versioning, and secure container execution. • Assist with integration of new workloads into existing Terraform-based infrastructure as code (nice to have). • Document containerization workflows, migration steps, and operational runbooks. • Ensure container deployments follow best practices in security, observability, and scalability. Required Skills & Experience: • 4+ years of experience in Cloud Infrastructure or DevOps roles. • Strong hands-on experience with Docker and containerizing legacy applications. • Proficiency in deploying and managing workloads in Azure or AWS (at least one required). Preference to AWS. • Experience with Kubernetes or managed services like AKS, ECS, or Azure Container Apps. • Understanding of CI/CD workflows and build pipelines. • Familiarity with networking and storage considerations in cloud-native deployments. • Excellent troubleshooting and debugging skills. • High School Graduate/GED Nice to Have: • Exposure to Terraform, ARM Templates, AWS Cloud Formation tools and infrastructure-as-code methodologies. • Experience with container observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Azure Monitor, CloudWatch). • Knowledge of application modernization strategies. • Familiarity with Agile workflows and ServiceNow task tracking. Soft Skills: • Self-starter with the ability to work independently and manage priorities. • Clear communicator, especially in cross-functional settings. • Comfort working in a globally distributed team and documenting work clearly. Skills & Knowledge • Knowledge of TCP/IP services • Knowledge of audit and compliance • Knowledge of vulnerability management • Knowledge of penetration testing • Knowledge of various operating systems • Knowledge of desktop productivity software • Knowledge of Carbon Black Protection • Knowledge of Symantec Endpoint Protection and host data loss prevention • Knowledge of information technology security frameworks • Excellent oral and written communication skills, including presentation skills • PC literate, including Microsoft Office products • Analytical and interpretive skills • Strong organizational skills • Excellent interpersonal skills Ability to create and complete comprehensive, accurate and constructive written reports • Ability to work in a team environment • Ability to meet or exceed Performance Competencies Reference: 1035110 Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every qualification. At Revel IT, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the right candidate for this or our other open roles! Revel IT is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Revel IT does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. #gdr4900

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