Cloud Administrator

Job Summary

Support the administration, monitoring,security, and maintenance of Microsoft Azure GCC cloud environments. Work closely with cloud, infrastructure, database, and security teams to ensure secure, stable, and efficient cloud operations.

Key Responsibilities

Administer and monitor Azure resources, subscriptions, resource groups, and policies.

Manage  Azure Virtual Machines (Windows/Linux)  and  SQL Server hosted on Azure VMs.

Support  Azure SQL Database, database monitoring, backup verification, and basic troubleshooting.

Monitor cloud infrastructure using  Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Alerts.

Support Azure networking components including  VNets, NSGs, Route Tables, VPN Gateways, Private Endpoints, and Private DNS Zones.

Manage  Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), RBAC, MFA, and access controls.

Perform  Vulnerability Management Services (VMS) remediation, including security patching, OS hardening, vulnerability assessment, remediation tracking, and closure of security findings.

Support cloud security, compliance audits, and implementation of security recommendations.

Assist with backup, recovery, patching, and operational health checks.

Develop and maintain basic automation using  PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC)  tools.

Troubleshoot cloud, server, networking, and database-related issues.

Maintain technical documentation, operational procedures, and runbooks.

Required Skills

Basic knowledge of  Microsoft Azure  services.

Understanding of  Azure SQL Database  and  SQL Server Administration.

Experience with  Windows Server  and  RHEL/Linux  administration.

Knowledge of Azure networking fundamentals.

Basic scripting using  PowerShell  and  Azure CLI.

Understanding of cloud security, identity management, and access controls.

Preferred Qualifications

Diploma or Degree in IT, Computer Science, or related discipline.

Microsoft  AZ-900 (Azure Fundamentals).

AZ-104 (Azure Administrator Associate)  and  SC-900 (Security Fundamentals)  are advantageous.

Soft Skills

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Good communication and documentation abilities.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Eagerness to learn and grow in cloud technologies.