CloudOps Infrastructure Engineer

Elite Search and Selection; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading search and selection firm in Johannesburg is looking for an experienced Infrastructure Specialist to manage daily operations in Linux and Windows environments. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience, with skills in VMware and VEEAM. Additionally, familiarity with cloud management and scripting is essential for this fast-paced collaborative role. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in infrastructure including Administration: Linux & Windows, virtualisation, cloud and networking.
• Experience in scripting and automation.
• Basic understanding of Kubernetes is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage Active Directory User and assist with support escalations.
• Perform daily infrastructure health checks and active system monitoring.
• Handle configuration, patching, and maintenance of infrastructure and software.

Skills

Linux Administration

Windows Administration

Virtualisation

Cloud Management

Networking

Scripting & Automation

Attention to Detail

Good Communication Skills

Education

VCP (VMware Certified Professional)

VMCE (VEEAM Certified Engineer)

Networking Certification (CCNA, JNCIA, N+)

Tools

VMware

VEEAM

Kubernetes

Job description

Duties include

• Active Directory User Management and assistance with support escalations
• Daily Infrastructure health checks and active system monitoring
• Configuration, patching & maintenance of infrastructure and software (VMware and VEEAM)
• License and Web Certificate renewals & implementations
• Installing, monitoring and utilizing VEEAM for customer and internal
• Maintain a solid understanding of their Private-Cloud, Data Management and Public Cloud Environments, including networking,
• Software, Hardware and Cloud offerings
• Creating and Maintaining vApp & VM templates for fast deployment within their Private Cloud environments
• Installation and maintenance of new hardware equipment, cabling, labelling and rack space
• Maintenance of IP allocation for CloudOps related infrastructure
• Customer Solution Architecture
• Identify & Investigate new tools and technologies
• Monthly Infrastructure reporting - Capacity, Availability and Risk

Requirements

• 5+ years in infrastructure including Administration : Linux & Windows, virtualisation, cloud and networking
• Scripting & automation
• VCP (VMware Certified Professional would be beneficial)
• VMCE (VEEAM Certified Engineer would be beneficial)
• Networking certification a plus (CCNA, JNCIA, N+ etc)
• Basic understanding of Kubernetes will be beneficial
• Attention to detail and quality of work
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment in collaboration with your team
• Good communication skills