Cloud Administrator

JOB PURPOSE:

The Cloud Administrator will be responsible for the management of Cloud Services and related Server Infrastructure to maintain performance at optimum levels.  He/she will assist in running various system Services on a 24×7 basis. The incumbent will be responsible for setting up the Cloud Service environment using VMware stack with installation and configuration of Virtualization environment, clustering over storage area network (SAN) environment. The incumbent will also be responsible for setting up of Cloud infrastructure with self-service-provisioning and monitoring services using various software/tools. He/she will be responsible for the administration and troubleshooting of Cloud Infrastructure like Hypervisor, Virtual Machines (VMs), and Virtual Networks and Storage.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ensures Cloud Service environment are established using VMware stack with installation and configuration of Virtualization environment.
• Ensures proper configuration of virtualization environment for hosting VMs with HA and performance tuning and security hardening.
• Establishes Cloud infrastructure with self-service-provisioning and monitoring services using various software/tools. Setting up the Data protection mechanism at remote sites using tool like VMware SRM /VSphere replication and VDP.
• Writes Power shell/Shell scripts, Perl/PHP script for batch programming and system monitoring.
• Provides architectural consulting expertise and assistance to Analysts, Engineers and Architects.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Undergraduate Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems or Business Administration from a recognized tertiary institution
• Five (5) years of relevant experience in management, with exposure to cloud computing environment
• Experience in leading architecture and design of highly scalable, available, and elastic solutions that implement industry best practices using cloud services
• Experience in the provision of technical support for at least three major information systems is desirable for this position
• Professional level certifications in Microsoft Azure, AWS or Google Cloud is desirable.

DESIRED COMPETENCIES:

• Excellent written, oral and communication skills.
• Excellent strategic thinking and planning skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem solving and decision-making ability.
• Strong change management and innovation acumen.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and attention to detail.
• Excellent skills in teamwork and cooperation.
• Excellent negotiating skills.
• In-depth knowledge of ICT infrastructure and systems.
• Excellent knowledge of Data Centre and Cloud Computing & Visualization technologies
• Excellent Knowledge of Data Analytics and Business Intelligence tools.
• Proficiency in Project Management Methodologies.
• Familiarity with information security standards and best practices.
• Experience with ITIL and service management principles.
• Ability to assess and recommend technology solutions.
• Excellent Knowledge of Network Analysis, Engineering and Administration
• Excellent Knowledge of ICT Security & Risk Management
• Excellent Knowledge of DevOps methods and CI/CD automation practices
• Excellent Knowledge of Data Migration Practices and Technologies
• Experience in assessing and recommending technology solutions.
• Proficiency in Project Management Methodologies.
• Knowledge of information security standards and best practices.
• Excellent Knowledge of ICT Standards & Best Practices
• Excellent understanding of Data Analytics & Business Intelligence Tools
• Excellent Knowledge of Hardware & Power Systems

We thank all applicants for their interest in this career opportunity. Kindly note, however, that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted