Azure Administrator

Apex Group; Mumbai; Vor Ort; INR 1.800.000 - 3.000.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Apex Group in Mumbai, India seeks a Senior Cloud Administrator to design, deploy and manage multi-cloud infrastructure across Azure and AWS. You will implement IAM, RBAC and security controls, monitor performance, and optimize costs while guiding DevOps-driven deployment automation within a global finance services context.

The role demands hands-on expertise in cloud architecture, hybrid connectivity, and disaster recovery, with a focus on reliability and scalability.

Qualifikationen

• 10+ years of cloud administration experience with hands-on Azure and AWS.

Aufgaben

• Design, deploy and manage multi-cloud infra across Azure and AWS.
• Implement secure IAM, RBAC, SSO and MFA policies.
• Monitor performance and optimize costs using Azure Monitor and CloudWatch.
• Collaborate with DevOps to automate deployments and runbooks.

Kenntnisse

Azure

AWS

IAM & RBAC

Networking

Scripting (PowerShell, Python)

CI/CD

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT

Tools

Terraform

ARM/Bicep

CloudFormation

Docker

Kubernetes

Jobbeschreibung

The Apex Group was established in Bermuda in 2003 and is now one of the world’s largest fund administration and middle office solutions providers.Our business is unique in its ability to reach globally, service locally and provide cross-jurisdictional services. With our clients at the heart of everything we do, our hard-working team has successfully delivered on an unprecedented growth and transformation journey, and we are now represented by over circa 13,000 employees across 112 offices worldwide.Your career with us should reflect your energy and passion.That’s why, at Apex Group, we will do more than simply ‘empower’ you. We will work to supercharge your unique skills and experience.Take the lead and we’ll give you the support you need to be at the top of your game. And we offer you the freedom to be a positive disrupter and turn big ideas into bold, industry-changing realities.For our business, for clients, and for youSenior Cloud Administrator (Azure & AWS)About the RoleWe are seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Administrator to design, deploy, and manage our multi-cloud infrastructure across Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services (AWS) . The ideal candidate will have deep hands-on expertise in cloud architecture, automation, security, and cost optimization, and will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and security of our cloud environments.Key ResponsibilitiesAdminister, monitor, and maintain cloud infrastructure across Azure and AWS environmentsDesign and implement scalable, secure, and highly available cloud architecturesManage identity and access management (IAM/Azure AD) including RBAC, SSO, and MFA policiesMonitor system performance, availability, and capacity using tools like Azure Monitor, CloudWatch, and third-party solutionsManage virtual networks, VPNs, load balancers, and hybrid connectivity (ExpressRoute, Direct Connect)Implement and maintain backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plansManage cloud security posture: patching, vulnerability management, and compliance (ISO 27001, SOC 2, GDPR, etc.)Optimize cloud spend through rightsizing, reserved instances, and cost governanceAdminister storage solutions (Azure Blob/Files, AWS S3/EBS/EFS)Support CI/CD pipelines and collaborate with DevOps teams on deployment automationTroubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure and connectivity issuesMaintain documentation for architecture, processes, and runbooksMentor junior administrators and provide technical guidance across teamsStay current with emerging cloud technologies and recommend improvementsRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or related field (or equivalent experience)10+ years of experience in cloud administration, with strong hands-on exposure to both Azure and AWSProven experience managing enterprise-scale, multi-cloud or hybrid-cloud environmentsStrong knowledge of networking (VPC/VNet, subnets, routing, firewalls, VPN, DNS)Experience with IaC tools: Terraform, ARM/Bicep, CloudFormationScripting proficiency: PowerShell, Bash, PythonExperience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes/AKS/EKS)Solid understanding of cloud security best practices and compliance frameworksExperience with monitoring/logging tools (Azure Monitor, CloudWatch, Log Analytics, Datadog, etc.)Familiarity with backup/DR tools (Azure Site Recovery, AWS Backup)Technical Skill sets Required:Azure IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service)Deploy and manage Azure Virtual Machines , VM Scale Sets, Availability Sets/Zones.Configure and manage Virtual Networks (VNet) , subnets, VNet peering, NSGs, UDRs, and Azure Firewall.Implement Azure Load Balancer, Application Gateway, and Traffic Manager for high availability and traffic distribution.Manage Azure Storage (Blob, File, Disk, Queue, Table) including redundancy options (LRS/ZRS/GRS/RA-GRS).Configure ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, and Site-to-Site/Point-to-Site VPNs for hybrid connectivity.Manage disk encryption, backup (Azure Backup), and disaster recovery (Azure Site Recovery).Azure PaaS (Platform as a Service)Deploy and manage App Services, Azure Functions, and Logic Apps for application hosting and automation.Administer Azure SQL Database, Cosmos DB, and Azure Database for PostgreSQL/MySQL .Configure Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Azure Container Instances/Registry for containerized workloads.Manage API Management, Service Bus, Event Grid, and Event Hub for integration and messaging architectures.Implement Azure Data Factory pipelines and manage PaaS-based data platforms as needed.Configure autoscaling, deployment slots, and CI/CD integration for PaaS resources.Azure Security ImplementationImplement Azure Active Directory (Entra ID) : Conditional Access, MFA, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), and RBAC.Configure Azure Security Center / Microsoft Defender for Cloud for posture management and threat protection.Manage Key Vault for secrets, certificates, and encryption key lifecycle management.Design and enforce Network Security Groups, Azure Front Door, Azure Firewall, WAF, and DDoS Protection .Apply Azure Policy and Blueprints for governance, compliance, and guardrails across subscriptions.Conduct regular security audits, vulnerability assessments, and remediation using Defender Vulnerability Management .Ensure compliance with standards such as ISO 27001, SOC 2, HIPAA, GDPR, or industry-specific mandates.AWS AdministrationManage EC2, VPC, S3, RDS, Lambda, IAM, CloudFront, and Route 53 .Implement AWS security best practices : IAM policies, Security Groups, GuardDuty, AWS Config, and CloudTrail.Configure AWS Organizations, SCPs, and multi-account governance .Manage backup/DR strategies using AWS Backup and cross-region replication.Monitor infrastructure using CloudWatch and optimize costs via Cost Explorer / Trusted Advisor .Automation & DevOpsBuild and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, ARM/Bicep templates, or CloudFormation.Automate operational tasks using PowerShell, Azure CLI, AWS CLI, and Python/Bash scripting .Integrate cloud deployments with CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins).Implement configuration management using Ansible or similar tools.Monitoring, Cost & ComplianceSet up monitoring and alerting using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights , and AWS CloudWatch.Perform cost optimization across both platforms (Reserved Instances, Savings Plans, right-sizing).Maintain tagging strategies, budgets, and chargeback/showback reporting.Support audits and ensure adherence to internal security and compliance policies.Preferred QualificationsCertifications: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional, or equivalentExperience with CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, Jenkins)Experience with cost management tools (Azure Cost Management, AWS Cost Explorer)Knowledge of ITIL processesSoft SkillsStrong analytical and troubleshooting abilitiesExcellent communication skills to work with cross-functional teamsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentDetail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solvingDisclaimer : Unsolicited CVs sent to Apex (Talent Acquisition Team or Hiring Managers) by recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this position. Apex operates a direct sourcing model and where agency assistance is required, the Talent Acquisition team will engage directly with our exclusive recruitment partners.