Cloud Administrator

Description

We are looking for a Cloud Administrator to support and strengthen a hybrid infrastructure environment spanning cloud platforms and on-premises systems in Southfield, Michigan. This role focuses on the reliability, security, and recovery of primarily Windows-based workloads while helping ensure consistent operations across multiple locations. The position is well suited for someone who is comfortable balancing day-to-day administration with incident response, maintenance planning, and ongoing infrastructure improvement.

Responsibilities:
Manage and support Windows Server workloads across both cloud and on-premises environments to maintain stable and secure operations.
Oversee administration of hybrid infrastructure, including virtualized systems and cloud resources, with attention to performance, uptime, and capacity.
Monitor servers and infrastructure services, apply patches, and resolve operational issues before they affect business continuity.
Lead backup processes and disaster recovery readiness by maintaining recovery procedures, validating restore capabilities, and improving resiliency measures.
Administer cloud services and automation tools, including AWS Systems Manager, to streamline maintenance and operational tasks.
Support identity and access services related to Active Directory and associated Windows-based infrastructure components.
Coordinate scheduled maintenance, after-hours updates, and environment changes required to keep systems current and available.
Participate in an on-call rotation and respond to infrastructure alerts and production incidents in a timely manner.

Requirements

Hands-on experience administering AWS environments in a production setting.
Strong background supporting Microsoft Windows Server systems in enterprise environments.
Working knowledge of AWS Systems Manager for patching, automation, or systems administration tasks.
Experience with Active Directory administration, including user, group, and policy management.
Practical expertise in backup administration and disaster recovery planning or execution.
Familiarity with hybrid infrastructure that combines on-premises virtualization and cloud-based workloads.
Ability to support environments spanning multiple offices or sites and adapt to operational needs across time zones.

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