Cloud System Admin

DXC Technology; Gloucester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global IT services leader is seeking a Senior Cloud Systems Administrator based in Gloucester. The role involves managing cloud and on-prem services, designing secure solutions, and supporting migration projects. Candidates should have strong expertise in public and private cloud platforms along with substantial experience in automation and troubleshooting. Join a collaborative environment focused on cloud technology and infrastructure management, with competitive benefits and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension

Health care

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in IT infrastructure cloud administration.
• Strong expertise in leading cloud infrastructure teams.
• Hands-on experience with virtualization, storage, networking.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead teams responsible for cloud and on-prem services.
• Design and implement scalable and secure cloud solutions.
• Oversee performance and security of cloud systems.
• Support migration projects for seamless transitions.

Skills

Cloud administration

Public and private cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, VMware)

Automation tools (Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell)

Containerization (Kubernetes)

Active Directory and IT security best practices

Troubleshooting infrastructure and system performance

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field

Industry certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Administrator, CCNP, CompTIA Cloud+)

Job description

As a Senior Cloud Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for the design, deployment, migration, management, and continuous improvement of cloud-based and on-premises infrastructure services.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and lead infrastructure teams responsible for cloud and on-prem services.
• Design and implement scalable, secure, and highly available cloud solutions.
• Oversee the performance, availability, and security of cloud and infrastructure systems.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define cloud strategies and support digital transformation initiatives.
• Support migration projects, ensuring seamless transitions to cloud environments.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud infrastructure issues.
• Maintain and improve best practices, automation, and monitoring tools.
• Assist in developing and maintaining infrastructure documentation, policies, and standards.
• Participate in capacity planning and resource optimization for cloud environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT infrastructure, with at least 3 years in cloud administration.
• Strong expertise in public and private cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, VMware, etc.).
• Hands-on experience with virtualization, storage, networking, and security solutions.
• Proficiency in automation tools (Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, etc.).
• Knowledge of containerization (, Kubernetes) and DevOps methodologies.
• Strong understanding of Active Directory, Identity & Access Management, and IT security best practices.
• Experience in troubleshooting infrastructure and system performance issues.
• Ability to manage projects and work collaboratively across technical and business teams.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Industry certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Administrator, CCNP, CompTIA Cloud+).
• Experience working in large-scale enterprise environments.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits including pension, health care, and paid time off.
• Opportunity to work on high-impact, cutting-edge cloud projects.
• Collaborative, inclusive work environment with a focus on career growth and continuous learning.
• Be part of a global leader in IT services, driving digital transformation across industries.

If you're passionate about cloud technology, automation, and infrastructure management, we'd love to hear from you! At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.