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Job Overview:We are seeking a highly skilled Cloud Engineer with expertise in Azure and Windows/Linux system administration to manage and optimize Azure environments. The ideal candidate will have experience with NetApp clusters, VMware, BCP/DR strategies, patching, database administrator, vulnerability remediation, and database administration. This role requires hands-on experience in cloud infrastructure, system upgrades, and ensuring the stability, security, and performance of enterprise systems. Key Responsibilities: • Manage and optimize Azure cloud environments, ensuring high availability and performance. • Administer Windows/Linux systems, including OS upgrades (Windows 2016 → 2019). • Perform NetApp cluster rebuilds and optimizations to enhance storage efficiency and reliability. • Manage VMware/Vcenter environments, ensuring virtual infrastructure stability and performance. • Implement Business Continuity Planning (BCP) and Disaster Recovery (DR) solutions for critical infrastructure. • Conduct system patching and vulnerability remediation to maintain security compliance. • Support database administration for cloud and on-premises databases, ensuring performance and integrity. • Troubleshoot infrastructure-related issues and collaborate with cross-functional teams for resolution. Required Skills & Qualifications: • 5+ years of experience in cloud engineering with a strong focus on Azure. • Expertise in Windows and Linux administration, including OS patching and upgrades. • Hands-on experience with NetApp clusters, including rebuilds and optimization. • Proficiency in VMware/Vcenter for virtualization management. • Strong knowledge of BCP/DR planning and implementation. • Experience in vulnerability remediation and security best practices. • Familiarity with database administration (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or other cloud-based DBs). • Scripting experience (PowerShell, Bash, Python) for automation is a plus. • Azure certifications (AZ-104, AZ-305, or similar) are preferred. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in large-scale cloud migrations and hybrid cloud environments. • Knowledge of containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) is a plus. • Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, ARM Templates, Ansible).

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