Azure Cloud Administrator

Azure Cloud Administrator (Senior-Level)

Overview:
The Azure Cloud Administrator is responsible for the deployment, configuration, administration, and ongoing operational support of cloud-based solutions within a Microsoft Azure environment. This role requires strong expertise in identity and access management, cloud infrastructure, and security best practices, with a focus on maintaining highly available and secure enterprise systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and support Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 environments, ensuring optimal performance and security


• Manage and maintain identity services, including Active Directory and Azure Active Directory (Entra ID)


• Deploy, configure, and support Azure AD components and related services


• Provide day-to-day operational support for cloud infrastructure and monitoring tools


• Implement and manage access controls, authentication methods, and identity protection solutions


• Support cloud migrations, including on-premises to Azure and VMware to Azure transitions


• Monitor system performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement improvements


• Ensure compliance with security frameworks, policies, and best practices


• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, security, and operations teams

Core Technical Skills & Experience:

• Strong experience with Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365 administration


• Deep knowledge of Active Directory and Azure Active Directory (Entra ID)


• Hands-on experience with:
  
  
  
  • Azure AD Connect
  
  
  • Azure AD B2B (Business-to-Business)
  
  
  • Self-Service Password Reset (SSPR)
  
  
  • Self-Service Group Management (SSGM)
  
  
  • Privileged Identity Management (PIM)
  
  
  • Group-based licensing
  
  
  • Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA), including hardware token integrations (e.g., YubiKey)
  
  
  • Conditional Access policies
  
  
  • Identity Protection
  
  
  
  


• Experience with monitoring and recovery tools such as:
  
  
  
  • Azure Monitor
  
  
  • Log Analytics
  
  
  • Azure Site Recovery
  
  
  
  


• Experience with Privileged Access Workstations (PAW)


• Familiarity with cloud migration strategies, including VMware to Azure

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field (or equivalent experience)


• Senior-level experience in cloud engineering, cloud administration, or network engineering


• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem-solving skills


• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• Microsoft Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-305)


• Experience supporting enterprise or government cloud environments


• Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks and compliance standards