IT Infrastructure Manager - Cloud Infrastructure (10-13 yrs)

Job Title : IT Manager

Experience : 10+ Years

About the Role :

We are seeking a highly experienced and dynamic IT Manager to lead our IT infrastructure and operations in Jhagadia. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in cloud infrastructure management, system administration, and team leadership. You will be responsible for ensuring the reliability, security, and efficiency of our IT systems, both on-premise and in the cloud. This role requires a hands-on leader with a strategic mindset, capable of driving innovation and optimizing IT resources to support our business objectives.

Key Responsibility Areas :

1. Cloud Infrastructure Management (AWS & GCP) :

- Design and Implementation : Architect, design, and implement robust and scalable cloud infrastructure solutions on AWS and GCP platforms, aligning with business requirements and best practices.

- Availability and Performance : Ensure high availability, performance, and reliability of cloud resources through proactive monitoring, optimization, and incident management.

- Security : Implement and maintain comprehensive cloud security measures, including access controls, encryption, vulnerability management, and compliance adherence.

- Cost Optimization : Monitor and optimize cloud costs by leveraging cost management tools, resource scaling, and reserved instances.

- Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity : Develop, implement, and maintain effective disaster recovery and business continuity plans for cloud-based systems.

- Automation : Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) and automation tools to streamline cloud deployments and management.

2. System Administration (On-Premise & Cloud) :

- Server and Network Management : Manage and maintain on-premise and cloud-based servers (Linux/Windows), network devices (routers, switches, firewalls), and storage systems.

- Performance Monitoring : Proactively monitor system performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to ensure optimal performance and stability.

- Troubleshooting & Incident Resolution : Troubleshoot and resolve complex system and network problems efficiently and effectively, minimizing downtime.

- Security Implementation : Implement and maintain robust system security measures, including patching, vulnerability scanning, and intrusion detection.

- Virtualization Management : Manage and maintain virtualized environments using VMware or other virtualization technologies.

3. Team Leadership & Collaboration :

- Technical Guidance & Mentorship : Provide technical leadership, guidance, and mentorship to IT staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.

- Cross-Functional Collaboration : Collaborate effectively with the IT Infra team, Software development teams, and other departments to ensure seamless integration of systems and alignment with business goals.

- Technology Evaluation : Stay abreast of the latest cloud technologies, trends, and best practices, evaluating and recommending new solutions to enhance IT capabilities.

- Vendor Management : Manage relationships with IT vendors and service providers, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of services.

4. Documentation and Reporting :

- Infrastructure Documentation : Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of IT infrastructure, configurations, processes, and procedures.

- Performance Reporting : Generate regular reports on system performance, capacity, availability, and security metrics for management review.

- Incident Reporting : Document and track incidents, resolutions, and root cause analysis to improve system reliability and prevent recurrence.

Preferred Qualifications :

- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

- 10+ years of progressive experience in IT infrastructure management, with a focus on cloud and system administration.

- Extensive hands-on experience with Linux operating systems (e.g., CentOS, Ubuntu, Red Hat).

- Proven experience in designing, implementing, and managing AWS and GCP cloud environments.

- Relevant cloud certifications, such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect (CSA) or Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud Architect (GCCPCA), are highly desirable.

- Strong understanding of networking concepts and protocols (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPN, routing, switching).

- Experience with virtualization technologies (VMware, Hyper-V).

- Experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation) is a plus.

- Excellent problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.

- Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.

- Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment. -

- Experience with security best practices, and security tools. -

- Experience in managing backups and restore procedures.

Key Competencies :

Technical Expertise :

- Leadership & Mentoring

- Problem-Solving & Decision-Making

- Communication & Collaboration

- Strategic Thinking

- Project Management

- Adaptability.