The Senior Systems and Cloud Engineer will be a highly skilled and experienced professional responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex IT systems and cloud infrastructure. This role requires a strong understanding of various operating systems, virtualization technologies, cloud platforms (OCI, Azure, GCP), networking, and security best practices. The Senior Systems and Cloud Engineer will play a crucial role in ensuring the stability, performance, and security of the organization's IT infrastructure while maintaining strict compliance with all relevant cybersecurity regulations.
Ready to apply for roles like this?
Unlock the company name and direct application link. Subscribers get instant access to fresh jobs across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh, many with visa support.
Unlock employer & apply directly
Key Responsibilities:
-
Cloud Infrastructure Management:
- Lead and execute cloud migration projects.
- Design, implement, and manage cloud infrastructure solutions on platforms like OCI, Azure, and GCP.
- Provision and manage virtual machines, containers, and other cloud resources.
- Manage cloud storage solutions for efficient data storage and retrieval.
- Automate infrastructure provisioning and management using tools like PowerShell, Terraform, or Ansible.
- Ensure high availability, disaster recovery, security, and business continuity for cloud-based systems.
-
On-premises Systems:
- Maintain and troubleshoot on-premises hardware and operating systems (Windows, Linux).
- Deploy, configure, and manage VMware vSphere virtual environment.
-
Systems Administration:
- Manage server infrastructure, including installation, configuration, and troubleshooting.
- Administer and maintain operating systems and related services.
- Design and implement Office 365 services, including Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, and Teams.
-
Endpoint Security:
- Deploy and manage Microsoft Intune for endpoint management and security.
-
Identity and Access Management:
- Implement and manage identity and access solutions, including Azure Active Directory and Single Sign-On.
-
Data Governance and Compliance:
- Implement and manage data loss prevention policies to protect sensitive information.
-
Automation and Scripting:
- Develop and implement automation scripts for system administration tasks.
-
Security and Compliance:
- Implement and maintain security best practices across cloud and on-premises infrastructure.
-
Monitoring and Optimization:
- Proactively monitor cloud and on-premises system performance and identify performance bottlenecks.
-
Collaboration and Communication:
- Collaborate with other IT teams to ensure smooth system operations.
-
Research and Development:
- Research and evaluate new technologies and tools to improve system performance and efficiency.
Qualifications and Skills:
-
Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
-
Experience: 4+ years in systems administration, O365, Exchange Online, and cloud computing. Proven experience with cloud platforms like OCI, Azure, or GCP.
-
Technical Skills:
- Strong expertise in virtualization technologies such as VMware vSphere.
- Experience with identity and access management solutions, including Azure Active Directory.
- Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and automation.
-
Soft Skills:
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Certifications:
- Microsoft 365 Certified: Administrator
- Cloud computing certification in major cloud technologies
- Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Work Conditions: On-site, Contract
Language Requirements: [Not specified]
