Junior Azure Admin - DEW Softech, Inc

Junior Azure Admin

Location: King of Prussia, PA (Remote)

Duration: 12+ months

Position Overview:

The Azure Administrator will be responsible for managing and fine-tuning the Azure cloud environment of our organization. This role demands a detail-oriented individual who is experienced in Azure services and cloud architecture. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in system administration, cloud-based technologies, and a solid understanding of network and security protocols.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deploy, manage, and support scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant systems on Azure.
• Monitor system performance, configure alerts, and take preventive or corrective action as needed.
• Implement and maintain cloud security measures to protect data and manage access controls.
• Automate repetitive tasks for system provisioning, configuration, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with development teams to deploy and manage CI/CD pipelines.
• Administer Azure subscriptions, configure Azure Active Directory, and manage resource groups.
• Optimize resource utilization and cost management through effective scaling and purchasing strategies.
• Assist with data migration to Azure cloud services and ensure data integrity during the process.
• Provide technical support and training to team members and stakeholders on Azure-related initiatives.
• Stay current with industry trends and new Azure features to provide recommendations for enhancements.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as an Azure Administrator, Cloud Systems Administrator, or a similar role.
• Strong knowledge of Azure services including VMs, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, Azure Active Directory, and Azure Networking.
• Familiarity with operating systems, virtualization, cloud infrastructure, network management, and software development practices.
• Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation tools.
• Azure certifications such as Azure Administrator Associate or Azure Solutions Architect Expert are highly desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Skills:

• Solid understanding of networking and core Internet protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, DNS, SMTP, HTTP, and distributed networks).
• Exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and manage various project elements simultaneously.
• High attention to detail and strong customer service orientation.