Infrastructure Operations Engineer (Russian speaker)

Confidential; Dubai; On-site; AED 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Dubai is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Operations Engineer to administer and secure a multi-tenant Microsoft 365 and Azure environment across several entities. The role combines cloud administration, security management, and on‑premises support.

The ideal candidate will excel in problem‑solving, operate independently, and coordinate IT activities with the IT Director, while ensuring access governance and robust backup strategies are in place.

Qualifications

• Hands-on IT infrastructure administration with focus on Microsoft 365 and Azure across multiple tenants and entities.
• Experience managing multi-tenant cloud environments within a corporate group.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, MFA, PIM, and Defender.
• Practical VMware virtualization and Windows Server administration experience.
• Experience with backup/recovery solutions across cloud and on‑premises.
• Solid networking fundamentals (LAN, Wi‑Fi, firewalls) and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management; able to work independently.
• Fluency in Russian and English (written and spoken) is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Microsoft 365 and Azure across several tenants and legal entities.
• Manage cross-tenant collaboration, identity synchronization, and access governance.
• Configure Entra ID, CA, MFA, PIM, and Defender; manage licensing and security policies.
• Support on‑premises infrastructure (VMware, Windows Server) and backup solutions.
• Ensure network connectivity, firewalls, and video/communication systems reliability.
• Coordinate with IT Director and lead escalation for complex issues.

Skills

Multi-tenant environments

Troubleshooting

Communication

Stakeholder management

Independence

Confidentiality

Russian language

English language

Tools

Microsoft 365

Azure

VMware

Windows Server

Microsoft Entra ID

Conditional Access

MFA

PIM

Microsoft Defender

PowerShell

Microsoft Graph API

Terraform

Bicep

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Infrastructure Operations Engineer to join the IT function of an international investment holding group based in Dubai.

The successful candidate will be responsible for administering, maintaining, and securing a complex multi-tenant Microsoft 365 and Azure environment spanning approximately 15 tenants and 40 legal entities.

This is a hands‑on technical role combining cloud infrastructure administration, security management, and on‑premises infrastructure support. The position also involves coordinating IT support activities and acting as a key point of escalation, working closely with the IT Director.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical expertise, excellent problem‑solving skills, and the ability to operate independently in a dynamic, multi‑entity corporate environment.

Key Responsibilities

Microsoft 365 & Azure Administration

• Administer and maintain Microsoft 365 and Azure environments across multiple tenants and legal entities.
• Manage cross‑tenant collaboration, identity synchronization, and access governance.
• Configure and maintain Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, Multi‑Factor Authentication (MFA), Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and Microsoft Defender.
• Manage user identities, permissions, licensing, and security policies across multiple environments.
• Ensure appropriate security controls and segregation of access between legal entities.
• Contribute to cloud infrastructure improvements, technical design, and implementation.

Infrastructure & IT Operations

• Support and maintain on‑premises infrastructure, including VMware virtualization and Microsoft Windows Server.
• Administer and monitor backup solutions covering both on‑premises and cloud environments.
• Maintain office IT infrastructure, including LAN, Wi‑Fi, firewalls, and network connectivity.
• Ensure the reliability of video conferencing systems, meeting‑room technology, and printing services.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure issues and implement improvements to enhance system performance and reliability.

IT Coordination & Operational Support

• Work closely with the IT Director on infrastructure operations, security, and technical initiatives.
• Coordinate the activities of the User Support Engineer, including workload planning and escalation management.
• Act as a technical escalation point for complex infrastructure and operational issues.
• Ensure operational continuity and coordinate with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Provide operational coverage for the IT Director during periods of absence, within agreed responsibilities.
• Provide backup end‑user support when required.

Requirements

• Proven hands‑on experience in IT infrastructure administration, with a strong focus on Microsoft 365 and Azure.
• Demonstrated experience managing multi‑tenant Microsoft cloud environments, ideally within a corporate group or multi‑entity organization.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, MFA, PIM, and Microsoft Defender.
• Practical experience with VMware virtualization and Windows Server administration.
• Experience managing backup and recovery solutions across cloud and on‑premises environments.
• Solid understanding of networking fundamentals, including LAN, Wi‑Fi, and firewalls.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Fluent Russian and English (both written and spoken) are mandatory.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft certifications such as AZ‑104, AZ‑305, MS‑102, SC‑300, or equivalent.
• Experience with infrastructure automation using PowerShell, Microsoft Graph API, Terraform, or Bicep.
• Knowledge of cloud licensing and cost optimization (FinOps).
• Familiarity with ITIL principles and structured IT service management processes.
• Previous experience in an investment holding, family office, or complex multi‑entity corporate environment.

Additional Information

• This is a full‑time, office‑based position in Dubai.
• The role reports directly to the IT Director.
• The successful candidate will be expected to handle sensitive corporate information and maintain strict confidentiality.
• A background check and enhanced confidentiality agreement will be required as part of the hiring process.