Responsibilities:

Azure Administration: Implement, monitor, and maintain Microsoft Azure solutions, including services related to compute, storage, network, security, and other IaaS solutions. Server Management: Manage and maintain Windows Server environments (2012, 2016, 2019) and ensure optimal server performance. Security Implementation: Enforce security measures within Azure, including VNETs, Network ACLs, load balancers, and auditing. Data Management: Implement appropriate cloud storage strategies for various data types, including transactional, archival, and confidential data. System Maintenance: Perform system health checks, user administration, patching, upgrades, and oversee backup/restore procedures for business continuity. Process Standardization: Standardize and stabilize processes based on the ITIL framework. Documentation & Troubleshooting: Maintain documentation for physical and virtual environments, troubleshoot issues for quick resolution. Collaboration: Work closely with team members and stakeholders to ensure successful project execution.

Required Skills:

Azure Cloud: Hands-on experience with Azure Cloud Administration. Windows Server: Extensive experience with Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019. Azure PaaS: Proficiency in Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Azure AD, Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Azure SQL, and more. Networking & Security: Strong understanding of Azure Networking and security implementations. Storage Solutions: Expertise in managing cloud storage solutions. Virtualization: Experience with Hyper-V, VM sizing, and cloud hosting. Additional Tools: Knowledge of Microsoft IIS, DNS, Active Directory, SCCM, and SCOM.

Organizational Skills:

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Effective communication and collaboration skills. Proficient in risk analysis and management.

Personal Attributes:

Proactive, detail-oriented, and a self-starter. Strong influence and persuasion skills. Ability to multitask in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Certifications:

Azure Certifications: AZ-900, AZ-104, AZ-400, AZ-700. ITIL Framework: Knowledge of ITIL framework and certification. Microsoft OS Certification: Preferred for OS management.