Because of our commitment to customer satisfaction, Bridgehead IT has grown into an industry leader. We are actively seeking a personable, passionate, and highly driven individual for the Cloud Systems Administrator position.
Position Summary:
The Cloud Systems Administrator is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining cloud infrastructure and DevOps processes that support the scalable, secure, and efficient operation of client systems. This role requires a strong understanding of cloud platforms, automation tools, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code. The ideal candidate will have experience in cloud-based DevOps practices, exceptional problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with both internal teams and clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure using platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, ensuring scalability, security and efficient operation.
- Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate the deployment and management of cloud resources and applications.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to cloud infrastructure, deployments, and DevOps processes.
- Collaborate with development teams to implement best practices for continuous integration and continuous delivery.
- Work with containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes to manage and scale applications.
- Document cloud architectures, configurations, and processes to ensure accurate and up-to-date records.
- Provide support and guidance to junior Cloud Systems Administrators and other IT staff.
- Participate in on-call rotations to provide after-hours support for critical cloud infrastructure and DevOps issues.
- Use a ticketing system to manage and track tasks, ensuring timely resolution and communication with clients and internal teams.
- Stay informed about the latest cloud technologies, DevOps tools, and industry trends to continuously improve practices and solutions.
- Demonstrate a strong drive to achieve professional certifications in cloud and DevOps technologies to further develop expertise and career growth.
Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent work experience.
- Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in DevOps, cloud engineering, or a related field.
- Strong experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
- Proficiency with CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitLab CI, or similar.
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Bash, or PowerShell.
- Familiarity with configuration management tools like Ansible, Puppet, or Chef.
- Strong understanding of containerization tools such as Docker and Kubernetes.
- Experience managing and supporting both Windows and Linux servers.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Relevant certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure DevOps Engineer, or similar are preferred.
- Experience working with ticketing systems for issue tracking and resolution.
- Ability to participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours support.
Bridgehead IT is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer.
