Senior Cloud Administrator

About the Role

BMC is seeking a Senior Cloud Administrator to manage, optimize, and secure its cloud infrastructure within Microsoft Azure. This full-time role is based in Jeddah, Makkah al Mukarramah, and requires expertise in 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 users, groups, Exchange online, SharePoint, Teams, and all Microsoft 365 platforms.
• 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 etc.).
• 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 and reduce manual efforts.
• 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

• Minimum of 8-15 years of experience in cloud administration, with a strong focus on Azure services.
• 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.

Required Skills

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and documentation abilities.

Work Type

This is a full-time position. Salary details will be discussed during the interview process.