Senior Azure System Administrator

WGF IAP World Services • Melbourne, FL

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About The Position

The Senior Azure System Administrator is responsible for the administration, management, and optimization of an organization's Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure. This role ensures that cloud and hybrid-cloud systems are secure, scalable, and highly available. The senior administrator provides technical leadership, mentors junior staff, and drives continuous improvement of cloud architecture and operations in alignment with business goals ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Deploy, configure, and manage Microsoft Azure environments, including virtual machines, storage, networking, and security. Monitor system performance and ensure high availability of Azure-based applications. Implement security best practices, including role-based access control (RBAC), firewalls, and compliance policies. Maintain Azure Active Directory (AAD) and hybrid identity solutions. Automate tasks using PowerShell Manage backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans. Troubleshoot system and network issues, providing timely resolutions. Optimize Azure costs by monitoring usage and rightsizing resources. Stay up-to-date with Azure updates, trends, and best practices. 5+ years of experience as an Azure System Administrator 5+ years building infrastructure and troubleshooting issues 5+ years solid understanding of Cyber Security & IT controls, network / systems / vulnerability assessments EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: At least five years of experience in a senior Azure Cloud System Administrator role with the ability to multi-task, have a keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, the ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-stress situations, ability to communicate issues to peers and management BS/BA Computer Science, IT Azure Certification DoD 8570 Certification Experience with NIST and ISO frameworks

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience as an Azure System Administrator
• 5+ years building infrastructure and troubleshooting issues
• 5+ years solid understanding of Cyber Security & IT controls, network / systems / vulnerability assessments
• At least five years of experience in a senior Azure Cloud System Administrator role with the ability to multi-task, have a keen eye for detail, strong organizational skills, the ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-stress situations, ability to communicate issues to peers and management
• BS/BA Computer Science, IT
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities
• Proficiency in PowerShell
• Knowledge of networking (VPCs, subnets, load balancers, private endpoints)
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• College degree in CIS, Computer Science, a related field, or relevant training and experience
• Security - must know how to securely set up global access on Azure
• Cost Optimization - improve costs and be more efficient in an Azure environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Advanced problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Accuracy and attention to detail and quality orientation is a must.
• Must be able to self-organize workloads and manage all deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Azure Certification
• DoD 8570 Certification
• Experience with NIST and ISO frameworks
• Experience with hybrid cloud environments and on-premises-to-cloud migrations.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, configure, and manage Microsoft Azure environments, including virtual machines, storage, networking, and security.
• Monitor system performance and ensure high availability of Azure-based applications.
• Implement security best practices, including role-based access control (RBAC), firewalls, and compliance policies.
• Maintain Azure Active Directory (AAD) and hybrid identity solutions.
• Automate tasks using PowerShell
• Manage backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans.
• Troubleshoot system and network issues, providing timely resolutions.
• Optimize Azure costs by monitoring usage and rightsizing resources.
• Stay up-to-date with Azure updates, trends, and best practices.
• Lead the team in a migration from on-premises on hybrid solution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level