Senior System Administrator - Azure Cloud and Windows-Insurance

Overview

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Job Summary

Key ResponsibilitiesAzure Cloud Administration

• Manage and maintain Microsoft Azure infrastructure and services.
• Deploy, configure, and monitor Azure Virtual Machines, Storage Accounts, Virtual Networks, and Azure Backup.
• Implement and manage Azure Identity and Access Management (IAM).
• Monitor cloud resources using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Azure Security Center.
• Manage Azure subscriptions, resource groups, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Configure and maintain Azure Site Recovery and disaster recovery solutions.
• Administer Azure Virtual Networks, Subnets, NSGs, Load Balancers, Application Gateways, and VPN Gateways.
• Troubleshoot pods, services, deployments, and cluster-level issues.
• Implement autoscaling, node pools, and resource optimization
• Develop automation using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and scripting tools.
• Collaborate with DevOps teams on CI/CD pipelines.
• Deploy, manage, and upgrade AKS clusters.
• Implement and monitor security measures (NSGs, Azure Defender, Conditional Access).
• Support Azure AD, hybrid identity (Azure AD Connect), and role-based access control (RBAC).
• Automate infrastructure tasks using PowerShell, Azure CLI, ARM/Bicep, and Terraform.

Windows Server & Active Directory

• Administer and maintain Windows Server infrastructure (2016/2019/2022).
• Manage Active Directory, Group Policies, DNS, DHCP, and certificate services.
• Plan and execute patching, upgrades, and performance tuning.
• Implement and maintain backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies. Hybrid Infrastructure & Identity Management
• Design and support hybrid infrastructure environments and integration between on-prem and cloud systems.
• Maintain identity and access management, including MFA, SSO, and conditional access policies.
• Oversee the synchronization of on-prem AD with Azure AD. Monitoring, Automation, and Troubleshooting
• Configure and monitor systems using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and SCOM.
• Proactively identify and resolve issues related to performance, reliability, and security.
• Ensure compliance, security, and cost optimization of Azure resources.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure, cloud, and identity-related issues
• Write and maintain scripts for automation of routine admin tasks.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, SOPs, and system diagrams. Collaboration and Leadership
• Provide Level 3 support for complex technical issues.
• Mentor junior system administrators and support staff.
• Document infrastructure changes and maintain SOPs and knowledge base articles.
• Participate in IT planning and architecture discussions.

& Competencies

• Azure Virtual Machines, Networking, Storage, Backup & Site Recovery, Key Vault, and Azure IaaS/PaaS services.
• Azure Active Directory (Microsoft Entra ID), Active Directory, Group Policy (GPO), DNS, DHCP, and hybrid identity solutions.
• Microsoft 365 services, Exchange Online, service integrations, security configuration, and administration.
• Windows Server 2016, 2019, and 2022 deployment, management, patching, and maintenance.
• PowerShell scripting, automation, and operational task optimization.
• Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Sentinel, security best practices, identity protection, ISO 27001, and GDPR compliance.
• Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, and Azure networking concepts.
• Experience with ARM Templates, Bicep, Terraform, and Azure Landing Zones.
• Experience managing on-premises and Azure hybrid environments, migrations, and integrations.
• Cloud and hybrid backup solutions, business continuity planning, and disaster recovery strategies.
• Infrastructure monitoring, incident management, root cause analysis (RCA), documentation, and operational support.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, collaboration & ability to work independently in team environments.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 8 - 10 years of experience in Windows Server administration and infrastructure support.
• 7+ years of hands-on experience managing Microsoft Azure environments. Certifications (Preferred):
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Architect Certification (AZ-305) (Highly Preferred)

• Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator Expert

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)

Skills