Cloud Administrator

Cloud Administrator Roles and Responsibilities

Provide Strategic Direction to MSP ( Roadmaps / Priorities ) for Service

Azure Resource Deployment:  

Deploy and configure Azure resources such as virtual machines, storage accounts, virtual networks, and more. Use Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates for infrastructure as code.

Azure Subscription Management:  

Manage Azure subscriptions, ensuring proper access controls and resource governance.  

Monitor resource usage and implement cost management strategies.

Virtual Machine Management:  

Provision, configure, and manage virtual machines in Azure.  

Implement and manage virtual machine backups and snapshots.

Azure Monitoring and Logging:  

Set up Azure Monitor for tracking performance and monitoring resource health.  

Configure logging and alerts for proactive issue resolution.

Backup and Disaster Recovery:  

Implement and manage Azure Backup for data protection.  

Plan and execute disaster recovery strategies using Azure Site Recovery.

Azure Security:  

Implement security measures, including network security, encryption, and Azure Security Center 

Stay informed about Azure security best practices and compliance requirements.

Azure Active Directory Integration:  

Integrate on-premises Active Directory with Azure AD using Azure AD Connect.  

Manage synchronization and identity federation.

Azure Storage Management:  

Configure and manage Azure storage solutions, including blob storage, file storage, and table storage. Implement storage security and access controls.

Automation and Scripting:  

Use Azure PowerShell, Azure CLI, and automation tools to script and automate routine tasks.  

Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools like Terraform.

Azure DevOps Integration:  

Integrate Azure services with Azure DevOps for (CI/CD).  

Implement deployment pipelines for Azure resources.

Azure Governance:  

Implement and enforce Azure policies for resource compliance.  

Utilize Azure Blueprints for standardized environments.

Collaboration with Development Teams:  

Collaborate with developers to ensure Azure resources meet application requirements.  

Support application deployments and troubleshoot issues