Job Description

Key Responsibilities
Cloud Infrastructure & Operations

• Design and implement secure, scalable infrastructure solutions on Azure using IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS services.
• Monitor cloud systems to ensure optimal performance, security, and availability; proactively resolve issues.
• Implement and manage security measures in line with industry best practices and compliance standards.
• Collaborate with cloud vendors, operations, and security teams to ensure seamless integration of cloud solutions.
• Define and enforce cloud governance policies to maintain compliance with organizational standards.
• Identify and mitigate security risks and vulnerabilities in the cloud environment.
• Optimize cloud costs through strategies such as reserved instances, spot instances, and autoscaling.
• Analyze resource usage and recommend further optimization opportunities.
• Manage Azure subscriptions and resources, including budgeting and cost monitoring.

Additional Technical Skills

• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 products, features, and deployment approaches is a plus.
• Basic understanding of networking, servers, databases, and storage technologies.
• Experience in IT project planning, including technical activity timelines and cost estimation.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Collaborate with internal SMEs and external teams to ensure successful deployment and operation of cloud-based systems.
• Assess existing IT infrastructure and applications for cloud readiness in collaboration with stakeholders.

Administrative & Coordination Tasks

• Coordinate with internal teams for invoice processing, internal tracker updates, and capitalization exercises.
• Manage contract, LPO, and account renewal processes in collaboration with relevant departments.
• Liaise with external vendors and internal stakeholders for project engagements, contract agreements, and performance reviews.

Competencies/Skills
Technical Expertise

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Azure cloud deployments and cloud service models.
• Preferred certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Cloud Engineer or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Experience with Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Azure Security Center, and Azure Site Recovery.
• Exposure to cloud migration projects and cost optimization of Azure virtual machines and storage.

Skills Required