What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cloud Systems Administrator position at Bridgehead IT?
Because of our commitment to customer satisfaction, Bridgehead IT has grown into an industry leader. We are actively seeking a personable, passionate, and highly driven individual for the Cloud Systems Administrator position.
Position Summary:
The Cloud Systems Administrator is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure and DevOps processes that support the scalable, secure, and efficient operation of client systems. This role requires a strong understanding of cloud platforms, automation tools, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code. The ideal candidate will have experience in cloud-based DevOps practices, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with both internal teams and clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure using platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, ensuring scalability, security and efficient operation.
- Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate the deployment and management of cloud resources and applications.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to cloud infrastructure, deployments, and DevOps processes.
- Collaborate with development teams to implement best practices for continuous integration and continuous delivery.
- Work with containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes to manage and scale applications.
- Document cloud architectures, configurations, and processes to ensure accurate and up-to-date records.
- Provide support and guidance to junior Cloud Systems Administrators and other IT staff.
- Participate in on-call rotations to provide after-hours support for critical cloud infrastructure and DevOps issues.
- Use a ticketing system to manage and track tasks, ensuring timely resolution and communication with clients and internal teams.
- Stay informed about the latest cloud technologies, DevOps tools, and industry trends to continuously improve practices and solutions.
- Demonstrate a strong drive to achieve professional certifications in cloud and DevOps technologies to further develop expertise and career growth.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in DevOps, cloud engineering, or a related field.
- Strong experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Proficiency with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar.
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
- Familiarity with configuration management tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
- Strong understanding of containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience managing and supporting both Windows and Linux servers.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure DevOps Engineer, or similar are preferred.
- Experience working with ticketing systems for issue tracking and resolution.
- Ability to participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours support.
Bridgehead IT is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.