Azure Administrator

Position Summary

An Azure Administrator implements, monitors, and maintains Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure, including computing, storage, networking, and security services. They manage identity (Microsoft Entra ID), governance, and virtual machines while automating tasks using tools like PowerShell and Azure CLI. The role focuses on ensuring high availability, performance, and security. 

Key Responsibilities

-Infrastructure Management: Provisioning and managing Azure virtual machines, storage accounts, and virtual networks.

-Identity & Security: Implementing Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and managing Microsoft Entra ID (formerly Azure AD) for secure access.

- Automation: Writing scripts using Azure PowerShell, CLI, ARM templates, and Bicep to automate workflows.

- Monitoring & Optimization: Monitoring performance using Azure Monitor and controlling costs through budgets, alerts, and resource optimization.

- Backup & Disaster Recovery: Setting up Azure Backup and managing Site Recovery to ensure business continuity. 

Required Skills and Qualifications

-Certification: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104) is the standard, recognized certification.

-Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of networking concepts (DNS, VPN, Firewalls), virtualization, and storage structures.

-Scripting Knowledge: Proficiency in PowerShell or Azure CLI is essential.

-Experience: Previous experience in IT, specifically with Windows/Linux system administration and virtualization technologies. 

Core Components Managed

• Compute: Virtual Machines, App Services, Containers.
• Network: Virtual Networks (VNet), Load Balancers, VPN Gateways.
• Storage: Blob storage, Azure Files, SQL databases.
• Governance: Azure Policies, Subscription Management, Resource Groups.

Experience Required

·   10+ years of progressive, hands-on experience in:

*Planning, designing, installing, and maintaining enterprise systems infrastructure

*Supporting centralized IT operations in a high-availability environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting hybrid cloud environments
• Strong troubleshooting and documentation skills
• Ability to work independently and take ownership of critical systems
• Strong communication and coordination skills

Note: Looking for Immediate joiners

Interested candidate

Contact: Arunkumar (9566399659)

HR Manager