We are seeking a skilled Cloud Engineer with strong Microsoft Azure and System Administration experience to manage, maintain, and optimize our cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate should have hands-on expertise in Azure services, Windows Server administration, Active Directory, networking, virtualization, and cloud security. The candidate will be responsible for ensuring high availability, security, performance, and operational excellence of Azure-based infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage, monitor, and maintain Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure.
- Deploy, configure, and administer Azure resources including:
- Azure Virtual Machines (Windows/Linux)
- Azure Virtual Network (VNet)
- Network Security Groups (NSG)
- Azure Load Balancer
- Azure Storage Accounts
- Azure Backup
- Azure Site Recovery
- Azure Monitor
- Log Analytics Workspace
- Azure Key Vault
- Azure Update Manager
- Azure Bastion
- Deploy and maintain AI/ML enabled solutions in Azure for all stages of SDLC
- Administer Windows Server environments and perform server installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and troubleshooting.
- Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, IIS, and File Servers.
- Configure and maintain Azure Virtual Networks, VPN Gateway, Private Endpoints, and network security.
- Implement identity and access management using Microsoft Entra ID (Azure Active Directory).
- Monitor system performance and proactively resolve infrastructure issues.
- Perform backup, disaster recovery planning, and business continuity management.
- Implement cloud security best practices, including role-based access control (RBAC), security policies, and compliance standards.
- Manage storage, compute, and networking resources while optimizing performance and cost.
- Automate routine administrative tasks using PowerShell.
- Work closely with application, development, and security teams during deployments and infrastructure changes.
- Prepare technical documentation, SOPs, architecture diagrams, and operational runbooks.
- Participate in incident management, root cause analysis, and problem resolution.
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
- Hands-on experience managing Azure infrastructure.
- Azure services pertinent to AI/ML
- Azure Virtual Machines
- Azure Virtual Network (VNet)
- Network Security Groups (NSG)
- Azure Load Balancer
- Azure Storage Accounts
- Azure Backup
- Azure Site Recovery
- Azure Monitor
- Log Analytics
- Azure Key Vault
- Azure Bastion
- Azure Update Manager
- Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD)
- Azure RBAC
- Resource Groups
- Azure Portal
- Cost Management and Monitoring
System Administration
- Windows Server Administration (2016/2019/2022)
- Active Directory
- Group Policy
- DNS
- DHCP
- IIS
- File & Print Services
- Windows Patch Management
- Hyper-V virtualization
- Server Monitoring and Performance Tuning
Scripting & Automation
- PowerShell scripting
- Task automation
- Basic infrastructure automation
Networking
- TCP/IP
- Routing and Switching fundamentals
- VPN
- Firewalls
- SSL Certificates
- Network Troubleshooting
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Microsoft Azure certifications such as:
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (Preferred)
- Experience creating technical documentation and SOPs.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Desired Candidate Profile
- Strong experience in Microsoft Azure cloud administration.
- Excellent system administration knowledge.
- Experience in managing production Azure environments.
- Ability to work independently and handle critical infrastructure.
- Strong troubleshooting and incident management skills.
- Good understanding of cloud security and compliance best practices.
- Willingness to learn new Azure technologies and continuously improve infrastructure operations.
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to work on enterprise-grade Azure cloud infrastructure.
- Exposure to modern cloud technologies and automation.
- Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment.
- Career advancement and continuous learning opportunities.
Pay: ₹500,000.00 - ₹1,000,000.00 per year
Education:
Experience:
- Strong experience in Microsoft Azure cloud administration: 6 years (Required)
Location:
- Selaiyur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu (Required)
Work Location: In person
