Cloud Administrator

Responsibilities

• Administer, monitor, and maintain Microsoft Azure GCC cloud environments, including subscriptions, resource groups, resources, and policies.
• Manage Azure Virtual Machines running Windows/Linux and SQL Server hosted on Azure VMs.
• Support Azure SQL Database administration, monitoring, backup verification, and basic troubleshooting.
• Monitor cloud infrastructure using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Alerts.
• Manage Azure networking components including VNets, NSGs, Route Tables, VPN Gateways, Private Endpoints, and Private DNS Zones.
• Administer Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), RBAC, MFA, and access controls.
• Perform vulnerability remediation, security patching, OS hardening, vulnerability assessments, and closure of security findings.
• Support cloud security, compliance audits, backup/recovery, patching, and operational health checks.
• Develop basic automation using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools.
• Troubleshoot Azure, Windows/Linux, networking, and database-related incidents.
• Maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and runbooks.

Requirements

• Experience or working knowledge of Microsoft Azure cloud administration.
• Understanding of Azure SQL Database and SQL Server Administration.
• Hands-on knowledge of Windows Server and RHEL/Linux administration.
• Understanding of Azure networking concepts including VNets, NSGs, VPN, routing, Private Endpoints, and DNS.
• Basic scripting and automation skills using PowerShell and Azure CLI.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, RBAC, MFA, cloud security, and access management.
• Experience with vulnerability remediation, security patching, OS hardening, and compliance activities.
• Understanding of Azure monitoring tools such as Azure Monitor and Log Analytics.
• Knowledge of backup, recovery, troubleshooting, and cloud operational support.
• Diploma/Degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related discipline.
• AZ-900 certification is desirable; AZ-104 and SC-900 certifications are advantageous.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, with an eagerness to learn and grow in cloud technologies.