Cloud Administrator

The Senior Cloud Administrator will design, implement, manage, and optimize the organization's Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure to ensure high availability, scalability, and security. This role will provide subject matter expert guidance in Azure-based services, manage migrations, and oversee cloud operations, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to support the organization's strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

:Azure Cloud Architecture and Management

• :Design, deploy, and maintain scalable and secure Microsoft Azure cloud environments
• .Optimize Azure cloud infrastructure for performance and cost-efficiency
• .Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform or Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates

.Operational Support

• :Monitor and manage Azure cloud environments to ensure high availability and reliability
• .Troubleshoot and resolve Azure-related issues promptly
• .Implement and maintain disaster recovery and backup solutions in Azure

.Security and Compliance

• :Implement best practices for Azure security, including identity and access management, data encryption, and network security
• .Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations (e.g., HIPAA, SOC 2)
• .Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments for Azure environments

.Collaboration and Strategy

• :Collaborate with developers, DevOps engineers, and IT teams to support application deployment and integration within Azure
• .Provide technical expertise and recommendations for Azure-based solutions to meet business needs
• .Assist in defining and implementing cloud strategies and roadmaps centered around Azure

.Automation and Optimization

• :Develop and implement automation scripts to streamline Azure operations
• .Continuously improve deployment pipelines and operational workflows in Azure
• .Stay current with emerging Azure technologies and evaluate their potential benefits

1. .Documentation and Training

• :Maintain detailed documentation for Azure configurations, processes, and procedures
• .Mentor junior team members and provide training on Azure administration tools and techniques

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• rOccasional travel to other sites and off-hours work may be require

dQualifications

• :Education: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• .Experience: Minimum of 5 years of in-depth experience with Azure, Entra ID and Intune, and at least 8 years of total IT experience
• .Certifications: Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Azure Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect, or Azure DevOps Engineer are highly desirable

.Technical Skills

• :Expert level proficiency in managing Microsoft Azure cloud environments that include Compute, EntraID, Intune and Autopilot
• .Strong knowledge of Azure networking, firewalls, VPNs, and load balancers
• .Experience with IaC tools (e.g., Terraform, Azure Resource Manager templates)
• .Expertise in Azure monitoring tools and solutions (e.g., Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights)
• .Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and orchestration tools such as Kubernetes within Azure
• .Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python, Bash)