Lead Engineer I, Tech Engineering

KPMG

$110K — $130K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of current industry experience, including 4 years in Cloud Engineering and Operations with a focus on security
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, information systems, or a related field preferred
  • Hands-on experience with Azure PowerShell, Automation, ARM, and Bicep for security automation
  • Extensive knowledge of Azure PaaS services with secure configuration emphasis
  • Strong understanding of Azure networking, security controls, and incident response skills
  • Experience in patch management, vulnerability assessment, and remediation
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain automation scripts for managing and securing Azure environments
  • Design and implement secure Azure infrastructure for enterprise systems
  • Lead cloud technology projects to ensure secure deployment and compliance
  • Manage cloud patching, security updates, and threat monitoring
  • Create and maintain documentation for cloud processes and security controls
  • Mentor junior team members on cloud technologies and best practices
  • Act professionally to uphold KPMG's respectful work environment.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental plans
  • Vision coverage
  • Disability and life insurance
  • 401(k) plans
  • Suite of personal well-being benefits to support mental health
  • Personal Time Off based on eligibility
  • Holidays and breaks throughout the year.
Full Job Description
KPMG is currently seeking a Lead Engineer I, Tech Engineering to join our Ignition Tax Product organization. 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

KPMG LLP and its affiliates and subsidiaries ("KPMG") complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. If required, the ranges displayed below or via the URL below are specifically for those potential hires who will work in the location(s) listed. Any offered salary is determined based on relevant factors such as applicant's skills, job responsibilities, prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications and market considerations. In addition, KPMG is proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, with options designed to help you make the best decisions for yourself, your family, and your lifestyle. Available benefits are based on eligibility. Our Total Rewards package includes a variety of medical and dental plans, vision coverage, disability and life insurance, 401(k) plans, and a robust suite of personal well-being benefits to support your mental health. Depending on job classification, standard work hours, and years of service, KPMG provides Personal Time Off per fiscal year. Additionally, each year KPMG publishes a calendar of holidays to be observed during the year and provides eligible employees two breaks each year where employees will not be required to use Personal Time Off; one is at year end and the other is around the July 4th holiday. Additional details about our benefits can be found towards the bottom of our KPMG US Careers site at Benefits & How We Work .

Follow this link to obtain salary ranges by city outside of CA:
https://kpmg.com/us/en/how-we-work/pay-transparency.html/?id=6701_9_26

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