Senior Azure CloudOps Engineer

• Comprehend and operate within a deployed SaaS environment, grasping custom-built services, application data flow, and system requirements
• Automate the provisioning of cloud resources using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Azure Resource Manager, Azure Runbooks, or Terraform
• Configure and manage cloud services, including virtual machines, serverless functions, databases, storage, networking, and monitoring/alerting systems
• Develop and maintain scripts and automation tools using languages like PowerShell to streamline cloud operations
• Collaborate with development and Cloud Operations teams to ensure the smooth deployment and integration of applications in the cloud environment
• Monitor and optimize cloud resource utilization and performance
• Implement and uphold cloud security best practices, including access controls, data encryption, and adherence to industry standards and regulations
• Troubleshoot and resolve cloud infrastructure issues, utilizing log analytics data, and working in close coordination with relevant engineering departments
• Be willing to provide on-call duty

Qualifications:

• Only candidates with extensive hands-on experience across the full spectrum of Microsoft Azure components will be considered for this position
• In-depth knowledge of maintaining and securing highly available cloud infrastructure solutions, using Microsoft Azure services, is essential
• Proficient in containerization and orchestration, including Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows Server administration, Active Directory, Identity Management, Microsoft IIS, and PowerShell scripting is mandatory
• A solid understanding of cryptographic technologies (TLS, IPsec, TDE) and familiarity with enterprise EDR/VMDR systems are required
• Practical knowledge of network administration (TCP/IP, DNS, VLAN, NSG, WAF, L4/L7 load balancing, S2S/P2S VPN, etc.) is necessary
• Experience in managing multi-tenant SaaS applications is highly desirable
• Knowledge of penetration testing, vulnerability scanning, and SIEM/CM systems is strongly preferred
• An understanding of SDLC, CI/CD, Azure DevOps, and release management is advantageous
• Relevant Microsoft certifications are beneficial but not mandatory
• The ability to work in a rapidly evolving environment, effectively multitask, and balance multiple priorities while maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction is required