Azure Cloud Administrator

Job purpose

The Azure Administrator is responsible for managing and maintaining the organization's Microsoft Azure environment, ensuring it operates efficiently, securely, and reliably. This role involves configuring Azure services, monitoring performance, implementing security measures, and supporting cloud-based applications. The ideal candidate will possess strong foundational knowledge of Azure technologies and demonstrate a commitment to learning and professional growth.

Duties and responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and manage Azure resources such as virtual machines, storage accounts, and virtual networks.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, including updates and patches, within the Azure environment.
• Monitor system performance and resource utilization using Azure Monitor and related tools.
• Identify and resolve technical issues related to Azure services in a timely manner.
• Manage Azure Active Directory (AAD), ensuring proper identity and access control.
• Implement security best practices, such as firewalls, encryption, and multi-factor authentication (MFA).
• Configure and manage backups using Azure Backup.
• Test and support disaster recovery solutions to ensure data and system availability.
• Provide support to internal teams and end-users regarding Azure services and solutions.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for cloud infrastructure and operational processes.
• Utilize scripting tools like PowerShell or Azure CLI for automating administrative tasks.
• Ensure compliance with organizational policies and industry standards through Azure Policy and tagging strategies.
• Assist in implementing cost management and reporting practices.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Minimum 5 years of recent experience with Enterprise Active Directory, Group Policy, PowerShell, Windows server OS, Virtual Technologies, network protocols and related technologies (e.g., VPNs, DNS, firewalls).
• Minimum of 1 year focused on Azure administration.
• Required: Azure 900 Certification
• Preferred: Azure Administrator Associate (willingness to obtain).
• Extensive understanding of Azure cloud technologies, including but not limited to Azure and AWS.
• Hands-on experience with core Azure services such as Virtual Machines, Storage, and Azure Active Directory.
• Proficiency in PowerShell, Azure CLI, or similar scripting tools.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Effective communication and documentation skills.
• Proactive and eager to learn new Azure technologies and solutions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, and walk. The employee is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and infrequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

Safety Requirements

Ability to wear required PPE if in any manufacturing area