Job Title: Senior Azure Cloud Engineer | Cloud SME (Azure)
Location: Lake Mary, FL/ Pittsburgh, PA – Hybrid Role
Also, candidate should be coming from tier 1 companies only
Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Engineer with expertise in Azure and Windows/Linux system administration to manage and optimize Azure environments. The ideal candidate will have experience with NetApp clusters, VMware, BCP/DR strategies, patching, vulnerability remediation, and database administration. This role requires hands-on experience in cloud infrastructure, system upgrades, and ensuring the stability, security, and performance of enterprise systems.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
• 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering with a strong focus on Azure.
• Expertise in Windows and Linux administration, including OS patching and upgrades.
• Hands-on experience with NetApp clusters, including rebuilds and optimization.
• Proficiency in VMware/Vcenter for virtualization management.
• Strong knowledge of BCP/DR planning and implementation.
• Experience in vulnerability remediation and security best practices.
• Familiarity with database administration (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or other cloud-based DBs).
• Scripting experience (PowerShell, Bash, Python) for automation is a plus.
• Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, or similar) are preferred.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manage and optimize Azure cloud environments, ensuring high availability and performance.
• Administer Windows/Linux systems, including OS upgrades (Windows 2016 → 2019).
• Perform NetApp cluster rebuilds and optimizations to enhance storage efficiency and reliability.
• Manage VMware/Vcenter environments, ensuring virtual infrastructure stability and performance.
• Implement Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions for critical infrastructure.
• Conduct system patching and vulnerability remediation to maintain security compliance.
• Support database administration for cloud and on-premises databases, ensuring performance and integrity.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure-related issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams for resolution.
