IT Cloud Transition Specialist

IT Cloud Transition Specialist:At Senior Star, technology plays a critical role in supporting the care, hospitality, and operational excellence our residents, families, and associates rely on every day. We are seeking an experienced IT Cloud Transition Specialist to help modernize and strengthen our technology infrastructure across multiple senior living communities.Reporting directly to the Director of IT, this individual contributor role will lead and support the transition from traditional on-premises infrastructure to secure, cloud-based environments while helping maintain the critical systems that keep our communities connected and running smoothly. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise, a service-minded approach, and the ability to partner effectively with both technical and non-technical teams.What You'll Do:Cloud Migration & InfrastructureLead and support migrations from on-premises servers to cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google CloudAssess current infrastructure and help develop cloud migration roadmaps aligned with operational goalsConfigure and manage cloud environments including virtual machines, storage, networking, and identity servicesMonitor cloud environments for performance, uptime, security, and cost optimizationSupport hybrid environments and troubleshoot infrastructure-related issues across multiple communitiesMicrosoft 365 & Teams AdministrationsAdminister and support Microsoft Teams, including channels, policies, integrations, and user supportManage Microsoft 365 environments including licensing, provisioning, permissions, and group policiesSupport integrations with SharePoint, OneDrive, and other collaboration toolsProvide guidance and support to associates and operational leaders on Microsoft 365 best practicesCybersecurity & ComplianceHelp strengthen cybersecurity practices across the organizationSupport security measures including MFA, SSO, conditional access, encryption, and identity managementAssist with vulnerability remediation, security audits, and incident response effortsHelp maintain HIPAA-compliant systems and data handling practicesPartner with leadership and vendors to support a secure, modern technology environment\Enterprise Systems & Senior Living Platform SupportServe as a primary IT partner for critical operational systems including Yardi, WelcomeHome, Dayforce, and PointClickCareSupport integrations, uptime, connectivity, and user access across business-critical platformsCoordinate with vendors on upgrades, troubleshooting, patches, and system enhancementsSupport clinical, HR, finance, and operational teams by ensuring systems remain reliable and compliantAssist with SSO configurations, API integrations, and cloud-hosted application supportWhat We're Looking For:5+ years of IT infrastructure experience with cloud migration exposureStrong experience with Microsoft 365 and Teams administrationUnderstanding of networking fundamentals including DNS, VPNs, VLANs, firewalls, and load balancersExperience with Active Directory, Azure AD / Entra ID, and hybrid identity environmentsKnowledge of cybersecurity principles and HIPAA compliance requirementsExperience supporting enterprise SaaS platforms in healthcare or senior living environments preferredStrong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly and professionallyA positive, self-motivated individual who can work independently while collaborating effectively across teamsSomeone who is adaptable, dependable, and committed to providing Top in Class support to our communitiesWhy Senior Star?At Senior Star, we believe every associate contributes to the experience our residents and families have each day. Our support teams play a vital role in helping our communities deliver exceptional service, meaningful connection, and operational excellence.This is an opportunity to help shape the future of technology within a growing senior living organization while making a direct impact on the associates and residents we serve.If you are passionate about innovation, problem-solving, and supporting people through technology, we’d love to hear from you.