Job Summary:
The Senior Cloud Administrator will be responsible for managing optimizing and securing the BMCs cloud infrastructure in Microsoft Azure. This role requires expertise in SaaS PaaS and IaaS solutions ensuring high availability security and performance of cloudbased services. The individual will collaborate with various teams to design implement and maintain scalable cloud solutions aligned with business needs.
Key Responsibilities:
- Azure Cloud Management: Administer and optimize cloud infrastructure in Azure including virtual machines storage networking and databases.
- Microsoft 365 Management: Administer users groups Exchange online SharePoint Teams and all Microsoft 365 platforms.
- SaaS PaaS and IaaS Administration: Oversee the deployment and management of various cloud services ensuring seamless integration and efficient resource utilization.
- Cloud Security & Compliance: Implement security best practices monitor cloud environments for threats and ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO 27001 NIST NCA PDPL etc..
- Identity & Access Management: Manage Microsoft Entra ID rolebased access control (RBAC) and multifactor authentication (MFA) to enforce security policies.
- Backup & Disaster Recovery: Develop and maintain cloud backup disaster recovery and business continuity plans.
- Monitoring & Performance Optimization: Utilize Azure Monitor Log Analytics and other tools to track system health troubleshoot issues and optimize performance.
- Automation & Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Implement automation using PowerShell Terraform ARM templates or other tools to enhance efficiency and reduce manual efforts.
- Networking & Connectivity: Manage virtual networks VPNs ExpressRoute load balancers and firewalls to ensure secure and reliable cloud connectivity.
- Patch Management & Updates: Ensure cloud infrastructure is regularly updated with security patches and service improvements.
- Cost Optimization: Monitor cloud usage analyze cost trends and implement strategies to optimize cloud spending.
- Collaboration & Support: Work closely with development security and IT teams to provide guidance on cloud best practices and troubleshoot cloudrelated issues.
- Documentation & Training: Maintain detailed technical documentation and provide training to IT staff on Azure cloud operations.
Requirements
Qualifications & Skills:
- Masters or bachelor s degree in computer science Information Technology or a related field.
- Professional certifications such as:
- Azure Administrator Associate AZ104
- Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ305
- Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ500
- Minimum of 815 years of experience in cloud administration with a strong focus on Azure services.
- Proficiency in managing Azure resources including virtual machines containers Kubernetes storage and networking.
- Strong knowledge of cloud security principles including identity management encryption and compliance frameworks.
- Experience with automation tools such as PowerShell scripting.
- Knowledge of cloudbased database services such as Azure SQL.
- Experience in Windows servers Linux Active Directory Group Policy
- Strong troubleshooting and problemsolving skills.
- Excellent communication and documentation abilities.
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