• Design and implement Azure cloud solutions aligned with business requirements and best practices
• Manage and optimize Azure infrastructure, including virtual networks, storage, compute resources, and PaaS services
• Lead cloud security implementation and compliance initiatives
• Develop and implement disaster recovery and business continuity solutions
• Monitor and optimize cloud costs and resource utilization
• Automate cloud operations using Azure DevOps, PowerShell, and ARM templates
• Implement and maintain Identity and Access Management (Azure AD)
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior cloud engineers
• Drive cloud adoption and migration initiatives
• Establish and maintain cloud governance frameworks
Technical Requirements
Required Skills
• 10+ years of experience with Microsoft Azure cloud platform
• Current Azure certifications (AZ-303/304, AZ-500, or equivalent)
• Expert knowledge of Azure core services:
o Azure Virtual Machines and Virtual Networks
o Azure Storage solutions
o Azure Active Directory and Identity Management
o Azure Security and Compliance tools
o Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
o Azure Backup and Site Recovery
• Strong experience with:
o Infrastructure as Code (ARM templates, Terraform)
o PowerShell and Azure CLI scripting
o Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
o Cloud networking and security concepts
o Load balancing and high availability solutions
Preferred Skills
• Experience with:
o Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
o Azure Functions and App Services
o Azure Front Door and CDN
o Azure Policy and Blueprints
o Cost optimization and cloud financial management
o Multi-cloud environments
• Knowledge of:
o DevOps methodologies
o Agile project management
o ITIL frameworks
Leadership & Professional Skills
• Strong architectural design and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent project management and organizational skills
• Outstanding written and verbal communication
• Ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders
• Experience leading cloud transformation initiatives
• Strong vendor management skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple high-priority projects
Education
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field
• Microsoft Azure certifications required:
o Azure Solutions Architect Expert or equivalent
o Additional Azure certifications preferred
Essential Functions
• Cloud architecture and implementation
• Security and compliance management
• Cost optimization and resource management
• Technical leadership and mentoring
• Documentation and knowledge base maintenance
• 24/7 escalation support as needed
Required Experience
• 5+ years of hands-on experience with Azure cloud services
• 3+ years of experience in cloud architecture and design
• 2+ years of experience leading technical teams or projects
CONTRACT JOB DESCRIPTION
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Job Description:
Short Description: Client is seeking an experienced Senior Azure Cloud Administrator to architect, implement, and manage their organization's Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure.
Complete Description:
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Senior Azure Cloud Administrator to architect, implement, and manage our organization's Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure.