Cloud Specialist

This role involves working closely with internal teams and clients to ensure optimal performance, security, and integration of cloud-based services. You will be instrumental in cloud transformation projects, migration strategies, and managed service delivery across platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, and private cloud environments.

• Design and implement cloud infrastructure and networking architecture for client and internal environments.
• Lead cloud migration initiatives, including discovery, planning, and execution across hybrid and full-cloud deployments.
• Configure and maintain IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS platforms (primarily Azure and AWS).
• Ensure cloud solutions are compliant with security best practices and regulatory standards.
• Monitor performance, availability, and cost-efficiency of cloud resources.
• Support backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning within the cloud landscape.
• Work collaboratively with DevOps and security teams to implement automation and CI/CD pipelines.
• Provide Level 3 support for escalated cloud incidents and perform root cause analysis.
• Document configurations, procedures, and provide cloud training to internal IT teams and clients.
• Evaluate and recommend emerging technologies to improve scalability, availability, and manageability.

• 5+ years' experience in a cloud engineering or systems administration role.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Azure and/or AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, VPC, IAM, Azure AD, Virtual Machines, Networking, Storage).
• Hands-on experience with virtualization platforms (e.g., VMware, Hyper-V).
• Proficiency in cloud automation tools (e.g., Terraform, ARM templates, PowerShell, Bash).
• Understanding of cloud security frameworks and identity management.
• Strong experience with networking concepts (DNS, VPN, load balancers, firewalls).
• Knowledge of monitoring and management tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, CloudWatch, Grafana, Zabbix).
• Experience with Microsoft 365 and hybrid integration with Azure AD.
• Excellent troubleshooting, project management, and communication skills.

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate or Professional.
• VMware, Veeam, or Fortinet cloud certifications are advantageous.
• Experience in delivering cloud services within an MSP (Managed Services Provider) environment.