Cloud Administrator

Job Description:

Job Summary:

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Server/Azure Specialist with mid-to high level expertise to support and maintain our on-premises servers and Microsoft Azure cloud environments. The role will focus on day-to-day operations, troubleshooting, and supporting ongoing cloud and server initiatives under the guidance of senior team members.

Additionally support performing the monthly/quarterly/yearly SOX reviews to agreed standards.

What do we need:

• Perform routine administration of Windows Server environments, including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Group Policy.
• Monitor server health, applying updates, patches, and resolving issues as needed.
• Support basic virtualization tasks using Hyper-V or VMware.
• Assist in the deployment, configuration, and monitoring of Azure resources, such as Virtual Machines, Azure Storage, and Virtual Networks.
• Manage user accounts and permissions in Azure Active Directory.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of Azure services and escalate complex issues.
• Support hybrid cloud configurations, ensuring synchronization between on-premises systems and Azure.
• Perform data migrations under supervision and monitor cloud workloads.
• Monitor and ensure the success of scheduled backups for both on-premises and cloud systems.
• Identify and report potential security risks.
• Provide Level 2 support for server and cloud-related issues, escalating to senior staff when required.
• Assist in troubleshooting connectivity issues and performance bottlenecks.
• Maintain documentation for system configurations, changes, and standard procedures.
• Update ticketing systems with resolution details and progress reports.
• Perform the monthly/quarterly/yearly SOX reviews to agreed standards.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Education & Certification:
  • Bachelors Degree in related field
  • Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) or Azure Administrator Associate (preferred but not mandatory).
  • Basic Windows Server certifications (e.g., MTA, MCP).
• Experience:
  • 4-6 years of experience in IT infrastructure, with exposure to both Windows Server and Azure environments. Esxi, Vsphere, Vmware licensing knowledge and experience is required.
  • Hands-on experience with basic server administration tasks.
  • Familiarity with Azure services and administration tools.
  • Experience with patching Dev/prod servers protocols
• Skills:
  • Basic troubleshooting of server and cloud-related issues.
  • Familiarity with PowerShell for scripting and automation.
  • Understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, DHCP).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with backup solutions, such as Azure Backup and  Veeam.
• Basic knowledge of monitoring tools like Azure Monitor or System Center.
• Exposure to automation tools like ARM templates or Infrastructure as Code (IaC).