Jobs in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa

Location: Remote

Job Summary:

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Cloud Infrastructure Specialist with a focus on Microsoft Azure to join our IT team.
• The ideal candidate will have a solid technical background in designing, implementing, and managing Azure cloud infrastructure.
• With over 7 years of experience and a degree in Information Technology or a related field, you will be responsible for driving cloud infrastructure strategies, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and security of our cloud environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cloud Infrastructure Design and Implementation:
• Lead the design, implementation, and management of scalable and secure Azure cloud infrastructure solutions.
• Collaborate with architects, developers, and other IT teams to design cloud-based solutions that meet business requirements.
• Oversee the deployment of Azure IaaS and PaaS services, including virtual machines, storage accounts, and networking components.

• Cloud Management and Optimization:
• Monitor and manage cloud infrastructure to ensure high availability, performance, and security.
• Implement and maintain Azure governance frameworks, including policies, role-based access control (RBAC), and resource tagging.
• Optimize cloud resources for cost efficiency and operational effectiveness, including regular assessments and right-sizing of resources.

• Security and Compliance:
• Ensure cloud infrastructure is secure and compliant with industry standards and regulations.
• Implement security best practices, including identity and access management, encryption, network security groups, and security monitoring.
• Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential risks.

• Automation and Scripting:
• Develop and maintain automation scripts using PowerShell, Azure CLI, or other scripting languages to automate cloud operations and deployments.
• Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices using tools like ARM templates, Terraform, or Azure DevOps.
• Continuously improve cloud automation processes to enhance efficiency and reduce manual intervention.

• Disaster Recovery and Backup:
• Design and implement disaster recovery (DR) solutions and backup strategies to ensure business continuity.
• Regularly test and validate DR plans to ensure they meet organizational requirements and recovery objectives.
• Manage data protection services, including Azure Backup and Site Recovery, to safeguard critical data and workloads.

• Collaboration and Support:
• Provide expert guidance and support to development teams, IT operations, and business units regarding Azure cloud infrastructure.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve cloud infrastructure issues.
• Lead cloud infrastructure-related projects and initiatives, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

• Documentation and Reporting:
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud infrastructure designs, configurations, and processes.
• Generate regular reports on cloud usage, performance, and cost, providing insights and recommendations to management.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Azure services, features, and best practices.

Educational Background:

• Bachelors Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.

Experience:

• Minimum of 10+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, with at least 5 years focused on cloud infrastructure.
• Extensive experience with Microsoft Azure, including design, implementation, and management of cloud solutions.
• Strong background in networking, virtualization, storage, and security within cloud environments.
• Expertise in Azure services such as Virtual Machines, Azure Active Directory, Virtual Networks, Storage Accounts, and Azure Security Center.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Azure CLI, or similar tools.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using ARM templates, Terraform, or Azure DevOps.
• Experience with multi-cloud environments, particularly AWS or Google Cloud, is a plus.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, including CI/CD pipelines and containerization.