Cloud Computing Associate Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Position 26-034

WVU Parkersburg is a Community and Technical College located in Parkersburg, WV, with a branch in Ripley, WV, and Vienna, WV. We are not a branch of West Virginia University. We are dedicated to teaching and are accredited by the Higher Learning Commission to offer certificates, associate and bachelor’s degrees.

• Retirement plan with 6% mandatory every pay (biweekly) that is matched 100%
• Health and life insurance plans through PEIA and flexible benefits through Mountaineer Flexible Benefits
• Annual and sick leave for full-time non-exempt staff, exempt staff, and 12-month faculty
• Minimum 12 paid holidays per year
• WVU Parkersburg tuition waiver (if eligible) for an employee, employee’s spouse or dependent of a full-time benefits eligible employee who is 24 years of age or younger
  

05/27/2026 and will remain active until filled with a preference given to applications that are received by 06/26/2026.

Summer Semester – July 2026

Exempt, 12- month appointment, full time regular, grant funded, benefits eligible position.

Innovation and Technology Center – 1961 Innovation Drive, Vienna WV 26105

Variable. Full time is considered 37.50 hours a week.

Salary and rank are commensurate with education and experience.

• This appointment will include a 21-credit hour teaching load per semester in cloud computing, automation and related technologies.
• Other college level courses may also be assigned depending on the selected candidate’s credentials.
• Teaching assignments may include evening, weekend, hybrid and/or totally on-line instruction.
• In addition, duties will include academic advising, committee service, program and course-level assessment, program support, effective use of learning management systems, student recruitment/retention and professional development.
• Use of learning management systems and demonstrated effective use of technology is a condition of continued employment beyond the first year.
• WVU Parkersburg values creativity, individuality, and innovation, and expects the selected candidate to actively participate in the college community.

• A bachelor’s degree in Cloud Computing, Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a closely related field, from a recognized, regionally accredited college or university OR
• An associate’s degree and a combination of advanced industry experience and credentials sufficient to meet accrediting and institutional requirements.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with one or more major cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform)
• Experience with automation and infrastructure management, including:
  • Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM templates)
  • Scripting and automation tools (e.g. Python, PowerShell, Bash)
• Knowledge of virtualization and containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Working knowledge of cloud networking, security fundamentals, and identity/access management.
• Demonstrated use of advanced technology systems such as learning management systems or similar technologies.
• Current industry certifications, preferred, such as:
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Cloud Practitioner, or SysOps Administrator
  • Microsoft Azure Administrator or Solutions Architect
  • CompTIA Cloud+, Linux+, or Security+
• Industry experience in cloud architecture, cloud operations, DevOps, or systems automation preferred.
• Demonstrated use of advanced technology systems such as learning management systems or similar technologies.
• Understanding and application of assessment practices is strongly preferred.
• Successful college-level teaching experience is preferred,as well as prior effective use of technology in instructional delivery, and a willingness to deliver courses in all instructional modalities.
• Demonstration of teaching effectiveness is part of the on-campus interview.

• This is an on-site position.
• Regular, predictable, and reliable attendance and punctuality are expected to ensure performance of the essential function of the job, including scheduled meetings and shifts.
• May require working alternate hours or alternate locations upon request to support campus mission

WVU Parkersburg is an Equal Opportunity Institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, religion, color, ancestry, or national origin in admission, employment, educational programs or activities. Further, faculty, staff, and applicants are protected from retaliation for making complaints or assisting in investigations of discrimination. WVU Parkersburg will take steps to assure that a lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in career and technical education programs. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. WVU Parkersburg provides a collegial and respectful environment that values the contribution of all faculty, staff, and students.