Lead Engineer I, Technology Engineering

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KPMG is currently seeking a Lead Engineer I, Technology Engineering to join our Tax Ignition Team. This is a hybrid work opportunity.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain automation scripts to efficiently manage and secure Azure environments, ensuring consistent configuration, resource provisioning, and compliance with organizational standards

Design, implement, and administer secure Azure infrastructure supporting large-scale, mission-critical enterprise systems, integrating architecture solutions, and applying security best practices throughout the lifecycle

Lead and oversee cloud technology projects, collaborating with senior business and technical stakeholders to ensure successful, secure deployment, compliance with industry regulations, and alignment with organizational goals

Manage and automate cloud patching, security updates, and vulnerability remediation for all Azure resources, proactively monitoring for threats and recommending enhancements to architecture, infrastructure, automation, and security technologies

Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud processes, automation tools, and security controls, ensuring clarity and accessibility for both technical and non-technical audiences

Mentor and guide junior team members on cloud technologies, security, compliance, and best practices, fostering knowledge sharing and continuous improvement within the team

Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold KPMG’s respectful and courteous work environment

Qualifications

Minimum five years of recent industry experience, including at least four years in Cloud Engineering and Operations with a strong security focus, demonstrating expertise in infrastructure, architecture design, and cloud operations

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in engineering, computer science, information systems, or a related field is preferred; minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required

Proven ability to apply technical knowledge to real-world cloud engineering challenges

At least two years of hands-on experience with Azure PowerShell, Automation, ARM, and Bicep, including security automation and scripting for resource management and compliance

Extensive experience with Azure PaaS services such as Azure SQL, Key Vault, Log Analytics, Storage/Backup, and Application Service Environments, emphasizing secure configuration, management, and integration

Strong understanding of Azure networking, security controls, identity management, and network components including firewalls, routers, proxies, and communication protocols, with robust troubleshooting and incident response skills

Proven experience in patch management, vulnerability assessment, remediation, and cloud security operations, supported by excellent verbal and written communication abilities

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