Azure Cloud

Job Title: Azure Cloud & Linux Administrator (L2)

Location: Mumbai – Lower Parel

Education: Graduation (Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science / Information Technology or related field)

Experience: 5+ Years

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Azure Cloud & Linux Administrator (L2) to manage, monitor, and support our cloud and Linux infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on expertise in Azure cloud administration, Linux server management, backup and recovery solutions, and cross-functional coordination. This role focuses on ensuring high system availability, performance optimization, and secure operations across the cloud environment.

Key ResponsibilitiesAzure Cloud Infrastructure Management

• Configure and manage KPIs for VMs and OS metrics using Azure native tools.
• Monitor cloud environments, troubleshoot VM-level issues, and coordinate with the cloud provider for escalations.
• Create, update, and delete VMs, manage users and groups, and modify VM sizing and configurations per Service Requests (SR).
• Apply OS and application patches as per defined maintenance windows using customer or native tools.
• Manage SSL certificates (renewal, deployment, validation).
• Work with the backup team to configure and maintain backup policies (frequency and retention) using Azure Backup or Commvault.
• Troubleshoot backup performance and restore failures.
• Optimize virtual machine performance and implement Azure Advisor recommendations to reduce cost.
• Troubleshoot and manage Azure Load Balancer configurations and performance.
• Assist storage and AD teams with troubleshooting Azure Blob Storage and Active Directory performance issues.

Network & Security Support

• Collaborate with cloud provider, network, and firewall teams for incident resolution and configuration updates.
• Assist with VNet peering, subnet, route, gateway, NSG, ACL, and DNS management.
• Support provisioning of new VNets/spokes and ensure configuration backups before and after changes.
• Assist firewall teams in configuring firewall rules, policies, and KPIs as per client standards.

Backup & Restore Management

• Support configuration and troubleshooting of backup and restore operations using Azure Backup or Commvault.
• Assist the backup team in restoring data during backup failures or incidents.

Linux Administration

• Manage CPU, memory, and disk utilization for Linux servers (RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu).
• Perform disk management, partition creation, file system setup, and OS-level space optimization.
• Manage user accounts, permissions, access rights, and concurrent logins.
• Handle system logs, incident resolution, and patch deployments.
• Support software installation, reconfiguration, and server reinstalls due to incidents.
• Manage logical volumes, partitions, and console access.
• Conduct and maintain operational checklists (daily/weekly/monthly).
• Analyze recurring incidents and perform root cause analysis (RCA).
• Maintain infrastructure documentation, SOPs, and AS-IS configurations.
• Prepare Major Incident Reports (MIR) and coordinate with vendors for issue resolution.
• Support availability, capacity, and risk management activities.
• Participate in restoration drills and drive continual service improvement initiatives.

Required Skills and Competencies

• Strong experience in Azure Cloud Administration and Linux Server Management.
• Expertise in VM provisioning, performance optimization, and patch management.
• Experience with Commvault backup and Azure native backup solutions.
• Sound understanding of networking components (VNet, NSG, DNS, firewall).
• Excellent troubleshooting and analytical abilities.
• Familiarity with ITIL processes (Incident, Problem, and Change Management).
• Strong communication, documentation, and coordination skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
• Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA) or equivalent Linux certification.
• Experience with PowerShell or Bash scripting for automation.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person