Azure Cloud Administrator

Job Description:
An experienced Senior Azure Cloud Administrator to architect, implement, and manage our organization's Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure. This role requires deep expertise in Azure services, cloud architecture principles, and enterprise-scale cloud operations.
Core Responsibilities

• 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

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:
  • Azure Virtual Machines and Virtual Networks
  • Azure Storage solutions
  • Azure Active Directory and Identity Management
  • Azure Security and Compliance tools
  • Azure Monitor and Log Analytics
  • Azure Backup and Site Recovery
• Strong experience with:
  • Infrastructure as Code (ARM templates, Terraform)
  • PowerShell and Azure CLI scripting
  • Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
  • Cloud networking and security concepts
  • Load balancing and high availability solutions

Preferred Skills

• Experience with:
  • Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
  • Azure Functions and App Services
  • Azure Front Door and CDN
  • Azure Policy and Blueprints
  • Cost optimization and cloud financial management
  • Multi-cloud environments
• Knowledge of:
  • DevOps methodologies
  • Agile project management
  • 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:
  • Azure Solutions Architect Expert or equivalent
  • 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