Working Title: Cloud Automation Engineer
Job Class: Information Technology Specialist 3
Agency: Minnesota IT Services
Job ID : 93039
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes #LI-Hybrid
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 04/03/2026
Closing Date : 04/09/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota IT Services
Division/Unit : Office of Enterprise Tech / Infra & Cloud Eng & Auto Staff
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $33.38 - $54.87 / hourly; $69,697 - $114,568 / annually
Job Class Option : Systems Software
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - Professional Employees (MAPE)
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
Join the 2,800+ professionals of Minnesota IT Services (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/) (MNIT) who connect Minnesotans to services that will improve their lives. This position will be part of the Enterprise Services team, which delivers a full suite of services to state agencies, boards, councils, and commissions, and many central services to local government partners.
The Cloud Automation Engineer provides expert support for Minnesota IT Services (MNIT) hybrid cloud environments, helping to modernize and standardize cloud technologies across the enterprise. This role plays a key part in implementing and supporting cloud solutions for strategic initiatives using Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automation frameworks, and DevOps methodologies.
The position is responsible for developing and maintaining hybrid cloud architectures, building automation to manage cloud configurations, and ensuring cloud environments align with MNIT standards, security requirements, and enterprise strategies. The Engineer also assists in resolving technical issues, coordinating with agency partners and vendors, and contributing to continuous improvement of MNIT's cloud technology stack.
Additionally, this role supports Research & Development efforts by identifying, testing, documenting, and implementing new tools and approaches that enhances hybrid cloud environments. This role works closely with architecture, engineering, and security teams to ensure adoption of best practices, strong documentation, and effective collaboration across the organization.
This position requires an employee to be onsite at 600 North Robert Street, Saint Paul, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location. Telework (https://mn.gov/mmb-stat/policies/1422-telework.pdf) for Minnesota IT Services is available on a limited basis. Employees will be required to meet current telework eligibility requirements.
Minimum Qualifications
To qualify, candidates must clearly show all of the following qualifications in their resume. Resume tips available here (https://mn.gov/mnit/about-mnit/careers/hiringprocess.jsp) :
Position requires a minimum of three (3) year of IT related experience in cloud platform support, infrastructure automation, server administration, and scripting-based automation.
Experience must include:
Implementing and supporting virtualization solutions across public and private cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, VMware, Hyper-V, and Azure Local.
Deploying and managing infrastructure configuration using tools such as Azure Ansible Automation Platform, Ansible, Orchestrator, SCCM DSC, Azure DSC, Puppet, Chef, or Terraform.
Implementing and supporting modern development pipelines and applying DevOps methodologies, including infrastructure-as-code (IaC) practices.
Supporting and administering Linux and Windows server operating systems.
Developing automation using shell scripting, Python, PowerShell, or Bicep.
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively in a manner that facilitates mutual understanding.
Customer-focused approach grounded in active listening, empathy, and solution-oriented problem-solving to deliver positive user experiences.
Education in Information Technology (IT) or an IT related field may substitute for experience as follows: a master's degree for eighteen (18) months of experience; a bachelor's degree for one (1) year; and an associate's degree for six (6) months.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience troubleshooting complex technical issues using hypothesis-based analysis and methodical root-cause evaluation.
Experience preparing clear, concise, and well-structured technical documentation or reports.
Knowledge of research and analytical methods used to evaluate emerging technologies.
Ability to analyze complex technical issues and implement effective solutions under tight deadlines or high-pressure conditions.
Knowledge of formal system analysis methodologies.
Additional Requirements
It is the policy of Minnesota IT Services that a successful candidate must pass all legally required checks prior to employment which may consist of the following:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and past state employees only)
Criminal History Check
Reference Check
Social Security and Address Verification
Education Verification
CJIS Background Check
Other legally required checks
Minnesota IT Services does not participate in the federal E-Verify program. Minnesota IT Services is unable to sponsor applicants for work visas, including F-1 STEM OPT extensions, and cannot complete Form I-983 or any other documentation requiring employer participation in E-Verify. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
