Job Description

Project Role :

Application Lead

Project Role Description :

Lead the effort to design, build and configure applications, acting as the primary point of contact.

Must have skills :

Microsoft Azure IaaS

Good to have skills :

NA

Minimum

3

year(s) of experience is required

Educational Qualification :

15 years full time education



Role: Microsoft Azure IAAS Cloud operations Career Level: 10 Entity: IO Shared Services Job Title: Cloud Operations Analyst Relevant Experience: 48 Months and above Job Summary: The role includes managing infrastructure with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Bicep and Terraform, along with services like SCCM, WSUS, Azure Update Manager, and key infrastructure components such as DFS, Print Servers, Radius/NPS, DHCP, Antivirus Solutions (Symantec/McAfee), Microsoft Failover Cluster, Windows Network Load Balancing (NLB), FTP and SFTP, vulnerability remediation, and server hardening. Key Responsibilities: 1. Azure IaaS Management: o Design, deploy, and manage Azure IaaS services including Windows Server virtual machines, Azure Virtual Networks (VNet), Azure Load Balancers, VPN Gateways, Azure Managed Disks, and Azure Storage Accounts. o Implement and manage Azure Virtual Machines (VMs), configure high availability, fault tolerance, and disaster recovery strategies using Azure Availability Sets, Availability Zones, and Azure Site Recovery (ASR). 2. Prominent Azure PaaS Services: o Manage Azure App Service for hosting web applications and APIs with auto-scaling, patching, and high availability. o Administer Azure Functions for serverless computing, creating event-driven workflows and scaling out serverless applications. 3. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Bicep and Terraform: o Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) templates using Bicep and Terraform for automated provisioning and management of Azure resources. o Implement and manage deployments using Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates, Bicep, and Terraform for consistent and repeatable infrastructure builds. 4. Windows Server Management: o Administer and maintain Windows Server environments (2022, 2019, 2016, 2012), both on-premises and in Azure. o Configure and manage Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS), Group Policy Objects (GPOs), DNS, DHCP, File/Print Services, and Failover Clustering. 5. System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) & Windows Server Update Services (WSUS): o Manage SCCM for automated software deployment, OS imaging, patch management, and compliance reporting across hybrid environments. o Administer WSUS to manage Windows updates across both cloud and on-premises Windows Server environments, ensuring compliance and minimizing vulnerabilities. 6. Distributed File System (DFS) & Print Server Management: o Configure and manage DFS Namespaces (DFS-N) and DFS Replication (DFS-R) for resilient, high-performance file sharing across multiple locations. o Maintain Print Servers, ensuring high availability and security for network printers. 7. Radius/NPS (Network Policy Server): o Deploy and maintain Radius/NPS for centralized authentication of wireless networks, VPNs, and network access policies. o Ensure secure integration of Radius/NPS with other network devices and services, providing consistent authentication experiences. 8. DHCP Management: o Administer and maintain DHCP services for dynamic IP address allocation, lease management, and network reliability across cloud and on-premises environments. o Ensure failover configurations for DHCP and address IP conflicts promptly. 9. Antivirus Solutions (Symantec/McAfee): o Deploy, manage, and monitor enterprise antivirus solutions such as Symantec Endpoint Protection and McAfee ePolicy Orchestrator (ePO). o Implement security policies to prevent, detect, and respond to threats in a timely manner. 10. FTP and SFTP Management: o Configure and maintain secure FTP and SFTP servers for internal and external file transfers. o Ensure encryption standards are applied, manage user permissions, and resolve connectivity or security issues. Skills and Experience: o Required Technical Skills: o Strong expertise in Azure IaaS services including virtual machines, networking, storage, and Azure-specific services such as Azure Site Recovery (ASR) and Azure Backup. o Extensive experience managing Windows Server environments (2022, 2019, 2016, 2012) both on-premises and in Azure. o Proficiency in Bicep and Terraform for Infrastructure as Code (IaC), with experience in automating Azure resource deployment. o Strong knowledge of Azure PaaS services including Azure App Service, Azure Functions, and Azure Logic Apps. o Hands-on experience with SCCM and WSUS for patching, software deployment, and compliance across hybrid environments. o Advanced knowledge of server hardening, vulnerability remediation, and security best practices. o Expertise in DFS, Print Servers, Radius/NPS, DHCP, Antivirus Solutions (Symantec/McAfee), Microsoft Failover Clustering, Windows NLB, FTP and SFTP. o Proficiency in PowerShell for automation and scripting. o Preferred Skills: o Experience with Azure Site Recovery (ASR), Azure Backup, and disaster recovery planning for cloud and hybrid environments. o Knowledge of cloud-native monitoring tools like Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Azure Security Center. o Familiarity with security frameworks and regulatory compliance (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR). o Experience Level: o 4+ years of experience managing Azure IaaS, Windows Server, and hybrid infrastructure components. o 2+ years of experience with SCCM, WSUS, PowerShell, Terraform, and Bicep. Education and Certification: o Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. o Relevant certifications such as: o Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate. o Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Administrator Associate. o Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert (for IaC focus). o Terraform Certification is a plus. o Professional Attributes: 1. Should be able to work in 24/7 rota. 2. Should have minimum experience of 36 months 3. Should have good communication skills 4. Should be ready to acquire new skills. 5. Should be Flexible to support during OOH.




15 years full time education