Remote Junior Cloud Operations Technician Apprentice

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is offering a fully remote apprenticeship for aspiring Cloud Operations Technicians. You will gain hands-on experience in monitoring, deploying, configuring, and troubleshooting cloud environments while collaborating with a distributed team of cloud engineers.

Ideal candidates have a basic IT foundation, familiarity with cloud concepts, and a strong desire to learn. The program emphasizes mentorship, structured remote training, and potential for future full-time opportunities in

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of IT infrastructure, operating systems, and networking concepts.
• Familiarity with cloud concepts (AWS, Azure, GCP) is desirable.
• Experience with scripting languages (Python, Bash) is a plus.
• A strong desire to learn and specialize in cloud technologies.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring cloud infrastructure health and performance metrics.
• Support the deployment and configuration of cloud resources (VMs, storage, networking).
• Respond to system alerts and perform initial troubleshooting of incidents.
• Help manage user access and security configurations within the cloud environment.
• Automate routine tasks using scripting languages.
• Maintain documentation for cloud infrastructure and processes.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure smooth service delivery.
• Participate in on-call rotations as required with support.
• Continuously learn about new cloud services and best practices.

Skills

Basic IT knowledge

Cloud concepts familiarity

Scripting (Python/Bash)

Self-motivated learner

Remote collaboration

Education

Matriculation certificate

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a cloud infrastructure provider and consulting firm, is offering a unique fully remote apprenticeship opportunity for aspiring Cloud Operations Technicians. This role is designed for individuals with a foundational understanding of IT systems who are eager to specialize in cloud technologies. You will gain hands-on experience managing, monitoring, and maintaining cloud environments, ensuring reliability, security, and performance. Working remotely, you will collaborate with a distributed team of cloud engineers and system administrators, learning to deploy, configure, and troubleshoot cloud services across major platforms. This position requires a high level of self-motivation, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. Our client is committed to fostering talent and providing the necessary training and mentorship to enable apprentices to excel in the rapidly growing field of cloud computing. This is a fully remote role, allowing you to work from anywhere with a stable internet connection.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring cloud infrastructure health and performance metrics.
• Support the deployment and configuration of cloud resources (e.g., virtual machines, storage, networking).
• Respond to system alerts and perform initial troubleshooting of incidents.
• Help in managing user access and security configurations within the cloud environment.
• Assist in automating routine operational tasks using scripting languages.
• Maintain documentation for cloud infrastructure, processes, and procedures.
• Collaborate with development and operations teams to ensure smooth service delivery.
• Participate in on-call rotations as required (with appropriate support).
• Continuously learn about new cloud services and best practices.

Requirements

• A basic understanding of IT infrastructure, operating systems (Linux/Windows), and networking concepts.
• Familiarity with cloud computing concepts (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP) is highly desirable.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash) is a plus.
• A strong desire to learn and specialize in cloud technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for remote teamwork.
• Self-discipline, time management skills, and the ability to work independently.
• A matriculation certificate or equivalent.
• Must have a reliable internet connection and a suitable home office setup.

Benefits

• Comprehensive remote training in cloud operations and management.
• Mentorship from experienced cloud engineers and architects.
• Exposure to leading cloud platforms and technologies.
• Opportunity to gain valuable industry certifications.
• Potential for full-time employment and career advancement in cloud roles.
• Flexible working hours and a remote work environment.
• Access to online learning resources and development tools.