Cloud Systems Administrator

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and proactive Cloud Systems Administrator to join our IT team. This role is responsible for managing and optimizing our cloud-based infrastructure, ensuring high availability, security, and performance. The role is also responsible for managing the procurement and provisioning of our computer hardware and IT peripherals. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to support our organization’s digital transformation efforts. 

Main Responsibilities

• Azure Infrastructure Management
  • Deploy, configure, and manage virtual machines, storage accounts, and Azure services. 
  • Monitor resource utilization, troubleshoot issues, and optimize performance. 
  • Implement security best practices and compliance policies. 
  • Manage and optimise system cost.
• Office 365 Administration
  • Manage user accounts, licenses, and permissions within Office 365. 
  • Configure Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and OneDrive for Business. 
  • Collaborate with end-users to ensure seamless adoption of Office 365 services. 
• Management of laptops and IT peripherals
  • Procurement of computer hardware 
  • Provisioning of laptops and IT peripherals to business users 
  • Troubleshooting and provide support to business via our remote service desk 
• Identity and Access Management (IAM)
  • Set up and manage user accounts, roles, and permissions in Windows.
  • Implement single sign-on (SSO) solutions. 
• Security and Compliance
  • Implement security best practices for cloud resources. 
  • Monitor and respond to security incidents. 
  • Ensure compliance with industry standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA) 
• Backup and Disaster Recovery
  • Configure automated backups and recovery processes. 
  • Test and validate disaster recovery plans 
• Networking and Connectivity
  • Set up virtual networks, subnets, and firewalls. 
  • Establish VPN connections and manage network security groups. 
• Collaboration with DevOps Teams
  • Work closely with DevOps engineers to deploy applications and services. 
  • Support continuous integration and continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipelines. 
• Monitoring and Troubleshooting
  • Monitor cloud resources using tools like Azure Monitor or CloudWatch. 
  • Troubleshoot performance issues and optimize resource utilization. 
• Documentation and Knowledge Sharing
  • Maintain clear and up-to-date documentation for cloud configurations. 
  • Share knowledge with team members and contribute to internal training. 

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Certifications in cloud platforms (e.g., Azure Administrator, AWS Certified SysOps Administrator) will be an advantage 
• Experience with cloud services, virtualization, and networking
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities

Professional Values

• Strong work ethic and high attention to details is a must
• Comfortable working as part of a scrum team and believes the quality of the product is a team responsibility
• Exhibit professionalism and commitment to the role and to the company’s vision and mission
• Honest, self-aware of professional capabilities, and always open to learn and improve
• Has excellent problem-solving skills
• Drive to continuously learn new things and try out new technologies on the job
• Eager to teach others and provide guidance to new or junior developers

Benefits

• Competitive Salary and performance-based bonuses
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• Opportunities for professional development and training 
• Flexible work environment 
• Collaboration with a talented and collaborative team 

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