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Associate Analyst, Cloud Development

Classification Information

Cloud Development
Cloud Development is responsible for cloud adoption, developing, and coordinating cloud architecture and computing, including design, planning, management, maintenance and support, and facilitating cultural change.
Individual Contributor
In an individual contributor role, the positions work is primarily achieved through individual efforts or by participating as part of a team. Individual contributors may: Coordinate, influence, or review the work of others. Be the authority on a given program or process. Lead teams. A range of knowledge, complexity, autonomy, and impact may be needed to achieve results at certain levels. Individual contributor roles are reflected in the Academic Administration, Development, General Administration, Technical/STEM, and C1-C4 of the Clinical tracks.
Level 1
Entry: These positions are not equivalent to support positions. Rather, these are professional roles which require limited experience when considering industry or field standards. Positions considered developmental level A/P faculty should be mapped to this level.
T - Technical/STEM
Technical roles, including technology and research.

Position Summary

The Associate Analyst in Cloud Development supports the university’s cloud-based infrastructure and application development by assisting with the implementation, maintenance, and monitoring of cloud systems and services. Working within the Information Technology unit, this role helps facilitate the university's transition to scalable, secure, and efficient cloud platforms. The analyst contributes to cloud planning, configuration, and deployment activities, ensuring that cloud environments support institutional goals and meet best practices for reliability and performance. As an entry-level professional, the Associate Analyst works closely with more experienced cloud developers and system administrators to gain hands-on experience in cloud architecture and development practices. Responsibilities may include writing and reviewing code for automation scripts, assisting in the configuration of cloud resources, supporting integration of DevOps tools, and participating in basic troubleshooting tasks. The analyst also helps maintain system documentation, gathers performance metrics, and learns how to ensure compliance with university data governance and security policies. This position plays a foundational role in supporting the ongoing evolution of the university’s technology environment by contributing to innovation, agility, and cost-effectiveness in IT operations. The Associate Analyst builds technical and analytical skills through mentorship and collaborative work, while developing a strong understanding of cloud service models, deployment strategies, and DevOps principles. The role is ideal for early-career professionals seeking to grow in the fields of cloud computing and systems development within a dynamic and mission-driven higher education setting.