Orrick
Cloud Applications Engineer
Orrick, Wheeling, West Virginia, United States, 26003
Overview
Orrick
currently has an excellent opportunity for a
Cloud Applications Engineer . This position could be based in
any of our U.S. offices
(Austin; Chicago; Boston; Houston; Los Angeles; New York; Menlo Park; Orange County; Portland; Sacramento; San Francisco; Santa Monica; Seattle; Washington DC; or Wheeling, WV) and consideration given for 100% remote US locations. Our preference is for the position to be based in our
Global Operations & Innovation Center in Wheeling, WV .
What I will do:
As a Cloud Applications Engineer you will manage Microsoft 365 and other SaaS environments, establishing governance models and advocating for cloud solutions within our IT organization. This role evaluates business processes, identifies improvement opportunities using M365 or other cloud services, and assists with implementation and change management. The engineer provides guidance and training to IT staff transitioning from on-premises to SaaS applications.
The Cloud Applications Engineer collaborates with Project Managers, Business Analysts, Trainers, Process Owners, Application Owners, Third-party Consultants, and End Users to complete global projects and provide subject matter expertise. Interaction with engineers in Applications, Web Engineering, Innovations, Service Operations, Security, and Infrastructure is essential to deliver well-engineered solutions.
Candidates must be self-starters with the ability to work independently and as part of cross-functional project teams. Excellent communication skills and a commitment to high-quality client service are required. The incumbent must model and act in accordance with Orrick's client service standards and core values.
How will I spend my time?
You will spend most of your time on these responsibilities:
Responsibilities
Collaborate with business analysts, project managers, business process owners, and third-party consultants to identify, configure, and implement new workflows and capabilities within Microsoft 365 and other cloud platforms.Lead or participate in cloud-specific projects as assigned.Provide subject matter expertise to process owners and business analysts to determine when cloud solutions should be used.Conduct research and proof-of-concept (POC) projects to evaluate new technologies.Guide other engineers and the Service Desk team on cloud applications.Work closely with the Technology Training Team to develop user-level training.Oversee the implementation and maintenance of platform integrations with other cloud applications and on-prem systems via APIs and other techniques.Stay updated on cloud technologies and trends, bringing forward relevant ideas and enhancements to improve Orrick's processes and use of the Microsoft 365 platform.Participate in the on-call support rotation of the Applications Team, requiring knowledge of Orrick's core application suite.Perform administrative tasks such as managing user accounts and licensing via interfaces like the Office 365 Admin Center and Windows PowerShell.Perform other responsibilities and duties as required.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent work experience.At least 5 years of experience with Microsoft and other cloud-based applications.Technical and administrative expertise in Microsoft 365 SharePoint Online, Teams, Planner, One Drive, and Power BI.Experience with third-party tools for Microsoft 365 administration and management.Experience supporting the Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI.Experience enabling the Power Platform for power users (citizen developers), including establishing proper guiderails, and exposure to the Power Platform CoE.Expertise with PowerShell scripting.Expertise with Active Directory and EntraID.Good understanding of general network concepts.Experience leading or working on significant IT projects.Experience in the legal or professional services industries preferred.Strong customer service orientation.Strong organizational skills.Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical staff.Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.Solid understanding of AI concepts including Copilot.Nice to have Knowledge and Experience
Solid database understanding, including SQL queries and cloud/on-prem data environments.Expertise with the latest Microsoft server operating systems.Experience leveraging APIs and using scripts or third-party applications to access data.Experience with Microsoft Purview, including compliance, risk, and security areas such as sensitivity labels, retention policies, and DLP.Strong technical and administrative skills in Azure, AWS, or other public cloud platforms.Who is Orrick?
Orrick is a global law firm focused on serving the technology & innovation, energy & infrastructure and finance sectors. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets worldwide. We are recognized worldwide for delivering the highest-quality legal advice through our diverse teams and for our culture of innovation and collaboration. Financial Times selected Orrick as the Most Digital Firm of 2020, and in the past five years, the Most Innovative Law Firm of the Year three times and runner-up twice. For the ninth year in a row, Fortune named Orrick to its 2024 list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Learn more about our awesome employee experience here: Fortune 100 Great Place To Work certified company.
Compensation and Benefits
The expected salary range for this position is between:
California Major Markets* $124,000 - $179,000New York City $139,000 - $175,000National $113,000 - $144,000
* California Major Markets includes San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Monica. All other California locations fall within National range.
Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.
We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurances; robust mental well-being benefits; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability benefits; a health savings account (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and a 401K program. This role is eligible to employees will receive compensated time off through our Flexible Time Off program, generous Parental leave benefits, and paid holidays.
Please visit www.orrick.com for more information about the firm.
How to Apply:
If you are searching for a chance to create an impact, you have a little grit and you love working with a team, we want to talk with you. To submit your resume and cover letter for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at www.orrick.com/Careers. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
#LI-DNI
Orrick
currently has an excellent opportunity for a
Cloud Applications Engineer . This position could be based in
any of our U.S. offices
(Austin; Chicago; Boston; Houston; Los Angeles; New York; Menlo Park; Orange County; Portland; Sacramento; San Francisco; Santa Monica; Seattle; Washington DC; or Wheeling, WV) and consideration given for 100% remote US locations. Our preference is for the position to be based in our
Global Operations & Innovation Center in Wheeling, WV .
What I will do:
As a Cloud Applications Engineer you will manage Microsoft 365 and other SaaS environments, establishing governance models and advocating for cloud solutions within our IT organization. This role evaluates business processes, identifies improvement opportunities using M365 or other cloud services, and assists with implementation and change management. The engineer provides guidance and training to IT staff transitioning from on-premises to SaaS applications.
The Cloud Applications Engineer collaborates with Project Managers, Business Analysts, Trainers, Process Owners, Application Owners, Third-party Consultants, and End Users to complete global projects and provide subject matter expertise. Interaction with engineers in Applications, Web Engineering, Innovations, Service Operations, Security, and Infrastructure is essential to deliver well-engineered solutions.
Candidates must be self-starters with the ability to work independently and as part of cross-functional project teams. Excellent communication skills and a commitment to high-quality client service are required. The incumbent must model and act in accordance with Orrick's client service standards and core values.
How will I spend my time?
You will spend most of your time on these responsibilities:
Responsibilities
Collaborate with business analysts, project managers, business process owners, and third-party consultants to identify, configure, and implement new workflows and capabilities within Microsoft 365 and other cloud platforms.Lead or participate in cloud-specific projects as assigned.Provide subject matter expertise to process owners and business analysts to determine when cloud solutions should be used.Conduct research and proof-of-concept (POC) projects to evaluate new technologies.Guide other engineers and the Service Desk team on cloud applications.Work closely with the Technology Training Team to develop user-level training.Oversee the implementation and maintenance of platform integrations with other cloud applications and on-prem systems via APIs and other techniques.Stay updated on cloud technologies and trends, bringing forward relevant ideas and enhancements to improve Orrick's processes and use of the Microsoft 365 platform.Participate in the on-call support rotation of the Applications Team, requiring knowledge of Orrick's core application suite.Perform administrative tasks such as managing user accounts and licensing via interfaces like the Office 365 Admin Center and Windows PowerShell.Perform other responsibilities and duties as required.Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field, or equivalent work experience.At least 5 years of experience with Microsoft and other cloud-based applications.Technical and administrative expertise in Microsoft 365 SharePoint Online, Teams, Planner, One Drive, and Power BI.Experience with third-party tools for Microsoft 365 administration and management.Experience supporting the Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power BI.Experience enabling the Power Platform for power users (citizen developers), including establishing proper guiderails, and exposure to the Power Platform CoE.Expertise with PowerShell scripting.Expertise with Active Directory and EntraID.Good understanding of general network concepts.Experience leading or working on significant IT projects.Experience in the legal or professional services industries preferred.Strong customer service orientation.Strong organizational skills.Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical staff.Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities.Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.Solid understanding of AI concepts including Copilot.Nice to have Knowledge and Experience
Solid database understanding, including SQL queries and cloud/on-prem data environments.Expertise with the latest Microsoft server operating systems.Experience leveraging APIs and using scripts or third-party applications to access data.Experience with Microsoft Purview, including compliance, risk, and security areas such as sensitivity labels, retention policies, and DLP.Strong technical and administrative skills in Azure, AWS, or other public cloud platforms.Who is Orrick?
Orrick is a global law firm focused on serving the technology & innovation, energy & infrastructure and finance sectors. Founded more than 150 years ago in San Francisco, Orrick today has offices in 25+ markets worldwide. We are recognized worldwide for delivering the highest-quality legal advice through our diverse teams and for our culture of innovation and collaboration. Financial Times selected Orrick as the Most Digital Firm of 2020, and in the past five years, the Most Innovative Law Firm of the Year three times and runner-up twice. For the ninth year in a row, Fortune named Orrick to its 2024 list of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Learn more about our awesome employee experience here: Fortune 100 Great Place To Work certified company.
Compensation and Benefits
The expected salary range for this position is between:
California Major Markets* $124,000 - $179,000New York City $139,000 - $175,000National $113,000 - $144,000
* California Major Markets includes San Francisco, Silicon Valley, Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Monica. All other California locations fall within National range.
Orrick is committed to providing a comprehensive, competitive, and thoughtful total compensation package to our attorneys and staff, wherever they work. This compensation and benefits information is based on the Orrick's estimate as of the date of publication and may be modified in the future. The level of pay within the range will depend on a variety of job-related factors that may include, but not limited to, qualifications, relevant experience or education, particular skills or expertise, geography. Other compensation may include an annual discretionary merit bonus, which would be determined by Firm and individual performance.
We offer a full range of elective health benefits including medical, dental, vision and life insurances; robust mental well-being benefits; child, family, elder, and pet care benefits; short- and long-term disability benefits; a health savings account (w/applicable medical plan), flexible spending accounts, long-term care insurance, and a 401K program. This role is eligible to employees will receive compensated time off through our Flexible Time Off program, generous Parental leave benefits, and paid holidays.
Please visit www.orrick.com for more information about the firm.
How to Apply:
If you are searching for a chance to create an impact, you have a little grit and you love working with a team, we want to talk with you. To submit your resume and cover letter for this position, please visit our Staff and Paralegal Opportunities Listings at www.orrick.com/Careers. Orrick accepts applications for this position on an ongoing basis, until filled.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Consistent with the SF Fair Chance Ordinance, an arrest and conviction record will not automatically disqualify a qualified applicant from consideration.
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for the position in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring.
#LI-DNI