Analysis Group is one of the largest international economics consulting firms, with more than 1,500 professionals across 15 offices in North America, Europe, and Asia. Since 1981, we have provided expertise in economics, finance, health care analytics, and strategy to top law firms, Fortune Global 500 companies, and government agencies worldwide. Our internal experts, together with our network of affiliated experts from academia, industry, and government, offer our clients exceptional breadth and depth of expertise.
The Cloud Systems Engineer is responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing operation of Analysis Group’s cloud and collaboration platforms, with a primary focus on Azure infrastructure and Microsoft 365. This role requires an experienced engineer who can independently lead and execute projects end-to-end, with minimal oversight, across both Azure and M365 environments. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience automating server management in Azure and leading M365 initiatives such as migrating on-premises services (e.g., distribution lists) to the cloud.
Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities
- Lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of Azure and Microsoft 365 services.
- Independently manage Azure infrastructure projects, including:
- Automating patching and update processes for Windows and Linux servers.
- Implementing and maintaining monitoring, backup, and recovery solutions.
- Plan and execute Microsoft 365 projects with minimal guidance, including:
- Supporting and optimizing Exchange Online, Entra ID (Azure AD), and related M365 components.
- Collaborate with Information Security to ensure systems are patched, secure, and compliant with internal standards.
- Monitor system performance and proactively troubleshoot issues using tools such as SolarWinds.
- Maintain and improve backup procedures for both on-premises and cloud-based systems.
- Create and maintain clear, accurate technical documentation, system inventories, and architecture diagrams.
- Manage cloud asset inventories, including technical specifications and lifecycle documentation.
- Respond to and resolve service requests and incidents through the ServiceNow queue.
- Work to securely send and receive data to and from clients.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 4 years’ substantive work experience required.
- An ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of hands-on infrastructure engineering experience, with demonstrated ownership of production systems required.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Strong, practical experience with Azure and Microsoft 365 required, including independently delivering projects from planning through execution.
- Proven experience automating server management and patching in Azure environments.
- Experience migrating on-premises services (e.g., distribution lists, identity-related components) to Microsoft 365.
- Solid understanding of information security standards, patching practices, and operational best practices.
- Strong knowledge of Windows system administration and security; Linux experience required.
- Experience with monitoring and troubleshooting enterprise systems.
- Familiarity with AWS and/or GCP is a plus.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Experience with Atlassian products is a plus.
- Experience working in a team-oriented environment; familiarity with Jira is helpful.
- An inclusive and growth-oriented mindset, strong interpersonal skills, and an ability to work across differences.
- To the extent permitted by applicable law, eligible candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship or restriction, now and in the future.
Analysis Group embraces equal opportunity. We are committed to building teams that bring a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, as we believe that a strong and inclusive workforce directly supports our goal of providing the highest-quality work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or any other class protected under applicable federal, state, or local law, and we encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply.
Analysis Group offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package. The estimated salary range for this position is $135,000-$145,000. Compensation offered will be based on a number of factors including work experience, education, and skill level. This role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus that is determined in large part by individual performance. To learn more about our benefit offerings, click here.
#LI-Hybrid
