Azure System Administrator

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The Azure System Administrator will own and be responsible for configuring, monitoring, and optimizing all Azure services to ensure high availability, security, and performance. This role requires expertise in cloud computing, networking, and automation to support Peter Millar’s cloud strategy.

ESSENTIAL 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, ARM templates, Azure CLI, or Terraform/Bicep.

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.

Support CI/CD activities and current deployment processes

Stay up-to-date with Azure updates, trends, and best practices.

COMPETENCIES:

Expertise in Microsoft Azure cloud platform

Experience with hybrid cloud environments and on-premises-to-cloud migrations.

Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities

Proficiency in PowerShell, Azure CLI, or other scripting languages for automation.

Knowledge of networking (VPCs, subnets, load balancers, private endpoints)

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Ansible, Terraform, Vault, GitHub, Bicep)

Ability to thrive under pressure in a fast-paced environment

DESIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

College degree in CIS, Computer Science, a related field, or relevant training and experience

5+ years of experience as an Azure System Administrator

5+ years building infrastructure and troubleshooting issues

Azure Certifications (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-303, AZ-305, AZ-500) preferred.

Security training/certification a plus (CompTIA Security+ or equivalent)

Preferred Azure Experience With:

Virtual Networks and Private Endpoints

Azure service bus

Azure App Service Environment (ASE) and App Service Plans (ASP)

Logic Apps

Knowledge of MDM software and hardware configurations

Knowledge of Enterprise Service Bus architectures

*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

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