Senior Azure Cloud Administrator

Senior Azure Cloud Administrator-081443

Description

Job Title : Senior Azure Cloud Administrator

Location : Shelton, CT

Travel : 25%

Job description :

Primary Skills Azure Cloud Infrastructure

Secondary Skills Operating System (Windows / Linux)

Experience Level 8-10 Years

Working Hours : US EST (8AM EST - 5PM EST) Onsite five days per week.

Job Summary :

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Azure Cloud Administrator to manage, optimize, and secure our Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in Azure services, automation, security, and governance, and will play a key role in ensuring the reliability, scalability, and performance of our cloud environment.

Key Responsibilities :

Design, implement, and manage Azure-based infrastructure and services.

Monitor system performance, availability, and security using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and other tools.

Automate cloud operations using PowerShell, Azure CLI, ARM templates, and Bicep.

Implement and maintain Azure governance policies, cost management, and compliance controls.

Manage identity and access using Azure Active Directory, RBAC, and Conditional Access.

Ensure backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity strategies are in place and tested.

Collaborate with DevOps, Security, and Application teams to support CI / CD pipelines and secure deployments.

Troubleshoot and resolve complex cloud infrastructure issues.

Stay current with Azure updates, best practices, and emerging technologies.

Required Skills :

5+ years of experience in cloud administration, with at least 3 years focused on Microsoft Azure.

Strong knowledge of Azure IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS, AVS (Azure VMWare Solution) offerings.

Proficiency in scripting and automation (PowerShell, Azure CLI, ARM / Bicep).

Experience with Azure networking, firewalls, VPNs, and ExpressRoute.

Familiarity with Azure Security Center, Defender for Cloud, and Sentinel.

Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, or similar CI / CD tools.

Desired Skills :

Microsoft Certified : Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)

Microsoft Certified : Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)

Microsoft Certified : Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)

Soft Skills :

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Ability to work independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Proactive mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.

Life at Capgemini

Capgemini supports all aspects of your well-being throughout the changing stages of your life and career. For eligible employees, we offer :

• Flexible work
• Healthcare including dental, vision, mental health, and well-being programs
• Financial well-being programs such as 401(k) and Employee Share Ownership Plan
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid parental leave
• Family building benefits like adoption assistance, surrogacy, and cryopreservation
• Social well-being benefits like subsidized back-up child / elder care and tutoring
• Mentoring, coaching and learning programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Disaster Relief