Oncidium Outdoor Care

[theanalyst]

The latest edition to my orchid family is an oncidium that I purchased a few months ago, while visiting family out-of-state. The tag did not have proper info, but I've included two photos below.

Unfortunately, it has been growing in my office with a CPW that shines on it for several hours a day because my cats have discovered it to be a tasty treat and it is too big for my indoor mini greenhouse. I would like to be able to keep it somewhere in view (at least more often) and am considering placing it outside for the summer. What are your recommendations?

The front of my house faces Southwest, but is partially shaded by large trees. It will receive some bright light in the morning and some shade in afternoon. Since I live in Central Upstate NY, I am prone to many rainy days, so I would keep it under my front door's awning. Will this be adequate or is there anything I should be concerned about? Also, any suggestions about pest control?

This is my first time growing an orchid outdoors, so I'm a bit anxious!