Senior Cloud Administrator

About the Role

Batterjee Medical College in Makkah is seeking a Senior Cloud Administrator to manage, optimize, and secure its cloud infrastructure within Microsoft Azure. This full-time role, based in Jeddah or Makkah, requires expertise across SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS solutions to ensure high availability, security, and performance of cloud-based services. The Senior Cloud Administrator will collaborate with various teams to design, implement, and maintain scalable cloud solutions aligned with business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and optimize cloud infrastructure in Azure, including virtual machines, storage, networking, and databases.
• Manage Microsoft 365 platforms, including users, groups, Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams.
• Oversee the deployment and management of various cloud services, ensuring seamless integration and efficient resource utilization.
• Implement security best practices, monitor cloud environments for threats, and ensure compliance with industry standards (*, ISO 27001, NIST, NCA, PDPL).
• Manage Microsoft Entra ID, role-based access control (RBAC), and multi-factor authentication (MFA) to enforce security policies.
• Develop and maintain cloud backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans.
• Utilize Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and other tools to track system health, troubleshoot issues, and optimize performance.
• Implement automation using PowerShell, Terraform, ARM templates, or other tools to enhance efficiency.
• Manage virtual networks, VPNs, ExpressRoute, load balancers, and firewalls to ensure secure and reliable cloud connectivity.
• Ensure cloud infrastructure is regularly updated with security patches and service improvements.
• Monitor cloud usage, analyze cost trends, and implement strategies to optimize cloud spending.
• Collaborate with development, security, and IT teams to provide guidance on cloud best practices and troubleshoot cloud-related issues.
• Maintain detailed technical documentation and provide training to IT staff on Azure cloud operations.

Qualifications and Experience

• Master's or bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8-15 years of experience in cloud administration, with a strong focus on Azure services.
• Professional certifications such as Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104), Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305), or Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500).

Required Skills

• Proficiency in managing Azure resources, including virtual machines, containers, Kubernetes, storage, and networking.
• Strong knowledge of cloud security principles, including identity management, encryption, and compliance frameworks.
• Experience with automation tools such as PowerShell scripting.
• Knowledge of cloud-based database services such as Azure SQL.
• Experience in Windows servers, Linux, Active Directory, and Group Policy.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Makkah, Saudi Arabia, with potential work in Jeddah. The role involves working within a collaborative IT environment to support the college's cloud infrastructure.

Application Process

Qualified candidates are invited to apply. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.