Cloud Admin - IT Avalon

Responsibilities:

• Design, deploy, and manage scalable Azure cloud infrastructure.
• Monitor and optimize cloud resources to ensure high availability and performance.
• Implement and maintain cloud infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools like Terraform, Azure Resource Manager, Azure Automation, and Azure DevOps.
• Perform regular system monitoring, verify the integrity and availability of resources, and review system and application logs.
• Develop scripts and policies to automate systems administration, monitoring activities, and routine tasks.
• using scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Go.
• Serve as the primary administrator for Microsoft Intune and Autopilot to manage all company endpoints, including laptops, desktops, and mobile devices.
• Automate endpoint deployment to achieve maximum efficiency, aiming for minimal manual intervention.
• Implement and manage security measures using cloud native security tools.
• Contribute to regular security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in development, test, and production environments.

• Set up and maintain monitoring and alerting systems to detect and respond to incidents promptly.
• Conduct root cause analysis for incidents and implement preventive measures.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of cloud architecture, configurations, and procedures.
• Generate regular reports on system performance, security, and cost optimization.

• Manage Internet-facing web presence, including DNS, MX, and domain name registrations. Support firewalls and VPNs.

• Collaborate with development teams to support and automate release and deployment processes.
• Support the IT Help Desk that assists a distributed workforce, ensuring prompt resolution of technical issues.
• Stay updated on IT industry developments and integrate them into future IT infrastructure and operations.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in Azure cloud operations, DevOps, system administration, cloud engineering, AWS, or a related role.
• Strong experience with Entra ID (Azure Active Directory) or other IAM tools.
• Experience with infrastructure such as code (IaC) tools like Terraform, ARM Templates, or Ansible.
• Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Bicep, or related automation tool.
• Knowledge of security best practices and experience implementing security measures in cloud environments.

• Excellent working knowledge of Windows server and Active Directory technologies
• Familiarity with DevOps, CI/CD tools, and associated processes.

• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Familiarity with Dynamics 365 or M365 environments.
• Ability to plan and implement change for enterprise systems and adhere to standard change management processes.
• Ability to mentor and educate IT Help Desk and other team members in areas of technical expertise and problem solving.
• 3+ years network troubleshooting (i.e DNS, security groups, VOIP, WAP, firewalls)
• Demonstrable commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

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