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Senior Cloud Infrastructure SpecialistOptimalgrowthtechnologies • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Senior Cloud Infrastructure Specialist

Senior Cloud Infrastructure Specialist

Optimalgrowthtechnologies • Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
8 days ago
Job description

Senior Cloud Infrastructure Specialist (Azure) Location : Remote

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cloud Infrastructure Specialist with a focus on Microsoft Azure to join our IT team.

The ideal candidate will have a solid technical background in designing, implementing, and managing Azure cloud infrastructure.

With over 7 years of experience and a degree in Information Technology or a related field, you will be responsible for driving cloud infrastructure strategies, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and security of our cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Cloud Infrastructure Design and Implementation

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, role-based access control (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 tools like 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.
  • Qualifications

  • Educational Background
  • Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

  • Azure certifications
  • Microsoft Certified : Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Administrator Associate, or similar.

  • 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.
  • Seniority Level
  • Senior

  • Employment Type
  • Full-time

  • Job Function
  • Information Technology

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