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Senior Cloud Infrastructure Specialist

Optimal Growth TechnologiesWorkFromHome, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa

15 days ago

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Overview

Senior Cloud Infrastructure Specialist (Azure) – Location : Remote

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design, implementation, and management of scalable and secure Azure cloud infrastructure solutions.
Collaborate with architects, developers, and other IT teams to design cloud-based solutions that meet business requirements.
Oversee the deployment of Azure IaaS and PaaS services, including virtual machines, storage accounts, and networking components.

Cloud Management and Optimization

Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure to ensure high availability, performance, and security.

Implement and maintain Azure governance frameworks, including policies, RBAC, and resource tagging.

Optimize cloud resources for cost efficiency and operational effectiveness, including regular assessments and right-sizing of resources.

Security and Compliance

Ensure cloud infrastructure is secure and compliant with industry standards and regulations.

Implement security best practices, including identity and access management, encryption, network security groups, and security monitoring.

Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential risks.

Automation and Scripting

Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell, Azure CLI, or other scripting languages to automate cloud operations and deployments.

Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices using ARM templates, Terraform, or Azure DevOps.

Continuously improve cloud automation processes to enhance efficiency and reduce manual intervention.

Disaster Recovery and Backup

Design and implement disaster recovery (DR) solutions and backup strategies to ensure business continuity.

Regularly test and validate DR plans to ensure they meet organizational requirements and recovery objectives.

Manage data protection services, including Azure Backup and Site Recovery, to safeguard critical data and workloads.

Collaboration and Support

Provide expert guidance and support to development teams, IT operations, and business units regarding Azure cloud infrastructure.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve cloud infrastructure issues.

Lead cloud infrastructure-related projects and initiatives, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

Documentation and Reporting

Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud infrastructure designs, configurations, and processes.

Generate regular reports on cloud usage, performance, and cost, providing insights and recommendations to management.

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Azure services, features, and best practices.

Educational Background

Bachelors Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

Azure certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified : Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Administrator Associate).

Experience

Minimum of 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, with at least 5 years focused on cloud infrastructure.

Extensive experience with Microsoft Azure, including design, implementation, and management of cloud solutions.

Strong background in networking, virtualization, storage, and security within cloud environments.

Expertise in Azure services such as Virtual Machines, Azure Active Directory, Virtual Networks, Storage Accounts, and Azure Security Center.

Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Azure CLI, or similar tools.

Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM templates, Terraform, or Azure DevOps.

Experience with multi-cloud environments, particularly AWS or Google Cloud, is a plus.

Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, including CI / CD pipelines and containerization.

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