Cloud Systems Analyst
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Senior Cloud Systems Analyst Opportunity – Halifax – 3 days per week on site – £50,000 – £60,000
The Bridge IT has partnered with a fast-growing organisation near Halifax to recruit a Senior Cloud Systems Analyst. This is an exciting time to join as our client is expanding rapidly and transitioning from an on-premises setup managed by an MSP to a fully Azure-based infrastructure.
This role is ideal for a seasoned cloud professional with extensive experience in managing and maintaining cloud infrastructure, optimising performance, and ensuring operational security. As a Senior Cloud Systems Analyst, you will take charge of the day-to-day administration of the Azure environments, managing resources, monitoring systems, and supporting cloud-based services.
Key Responsibilities:
- Azure Infrastructure Management: Administer and optimise Azure resources, including virtual machines, storage accounts, and networking.
- System Monitoring & Troubleshooting: Implement monitoring solutions and resolve system issues, such as performance bottlenecks and outages.
- Automation & Scripting: Automate administrative tasks using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like ARM templates or Bicep.
- Backup & Disaster Recovery: Design and maintain backup and disaster recovery plans for critical Azure services.
- Security & Compliance: Ensure security best practices and compliance by managing firewalls, encryption, and conducting regular security audits.
Experience Required:
- 5+ years of experience in system administration, with at least 3 years focused on cloud environments, particularly Microsoft Azure.
- Proven ability to manage and support key Azure services, including VMs, networking, storage, and security.
- Strong troubleshooting skills to resolve complex system issues.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in PowerShell, Azure CLI, or other scripting languages for automation and administration.
- Expertise in networking concepts, including DNS, VPN, load balancing, and firewalls.
- Experience in designing backup and disaster recovery solutions in Azure.
- Familiarity with Azure Security Center, Azure Policy, and other Azure security tools.
Desirable Certifications:
- ITIL Certification
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (preferred)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (preferred)
In return, our client is offering a competitive salary of up to £60,000, alongside a 10% bonus and 28 days of holiday, and the opportunity to play a key role in their ongoing growth and digital transformation strategy.
Please note: We are unable to provide sponsorship for this position.
If this opportunity sounds of interest, please apply to learn more!
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