- Design, implement, and manage scalable and secure cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure.
- Monitor and maintain Azure resources, including virtual machines, storage, networking, and databases.
- Ensure high availability and disaster recovery solutions are in place and regularly tested.
- Implement and enforce security best practices and compliance standards.
- Manage identity and access management (IAM) within Azure to control user permissions and roles.
- Conduct regular security assessments and audits to identify and mitigate potential risks.
- Analyze and optimize the performance of cloud infrastructure to ensure efficient resource utilization.
- Implement monitoring and alerting systems to proactively identify and address performance issues.
- Continuously evaluate and integrate new Azure services and features to enhance infrastructure performance.
- Monitor and manage cloud spending to ensure cost-effective use of Azure resources.
- Implement cost-saving strategies, such as reserved instances, auto-scaling, and resource tagging.
- Provide regular cost reports and forecasts to stakeholders.
- Plan, execute, and oversee cloud infrastructure projects from conception to completion.
- Coordinate with vendors, consultants, and third-party providers to ensure successful project delivery.
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.
- Stay updated with the latest Azure technologies, trends, and best practices.
- Conduct regular reviews and assessments of the cloud infrastructure to identify areas for improvement.
- Drive innovation by exploring and implementing new tools and methodologies.
- In-depth knowledge of Azure services, including Azure VMs, Azure Storage, Azure Networking, and Azure AD.
- Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools, such as ARM templates and Terraform.
- Strong understanding of networking concepts and configurations in Azure.
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, such as Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Technical, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Relevant Azure certifications, such as Azure Administrator Associate or Azure Solutions Architect Expert, are highly desirable.
IT Infrastructure Manager - Sandton, South Africa - HR Genie
Description
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Our Client, a Global Tech firm, is seeking an IT Infrastructure Manager to join their team in Sandton on a contract basis.
About the Role
The IT Infrastructure Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the deployment, operation, and maintenance of Azure-based infrastructure. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and strategic planning to ensure that the cloud infrastructure meets the organization's needs for reliability, scalability, security, and cost-efficiency.