Cloud Infrastructure Lead

The Cloud Infrastructure Lead role is responsible for managing and monitoring all installed systems and infrastructure in the sites. These will include: installing upgrades, troubleshooting and installation of hardware, servers, cabling, components and accessories in compliance to the organization’s standards; installing, configuring, testing and maintaining operating systems, application software and system management tools to proactively ensure the highest level of systems and infrastructure availability and connectivity; creating, planning and implementing detailed deployment designs as well as maintaining technical implementation documentation on existing services and systems. Within the SFIA profile, the Infrastructure Lead must demonstrate Level 4 responsibilities, i.e. Enable the competencies outlined.

Requirements

Education & Certificates:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer software/computer systems engineering, computer systems and networks, electrical/electronic engineering, mathematics, network security management; Masters or postgraduate degree is a plus
• Cloud Certifications: Possessing cloud certifications from major cloud service providers like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform can be highly beneficial. Some relevant certifications include:
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect
  • AWS Certified DevOps Engineer
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator
  • Google Cloud Professional Cloud Architect

Technical Skills:

• Cloud Services: Proficiency in using and managing cloud services from one or more major cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Knowledge of IaC tools like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation for automating infrastructure provisioning.
• Containerization and Orchestration: Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and container orchestration platforms like Kubernetes.
• Networking: Strong understanding of cloud networking concepts, including VPCs, subnets, security groups, and load balancers.
• Security: Knowledge of cloud security best practices and tools for securing cloud environments.

Work Experience:

• Minimum 5 years experience as a cloud engineer or related role, and 2 years supervising junior level engineers
• Leading and managing a team of cloud professionals.
• Implementing and overseeing cloud infrastructure projects.
• Developing and implementing cloud strategies aligned with the organization's goals.
• Evaluating and selecting cloud services and technologies.
• Managing budgets and optimizing cloud costs.
• Ensuring cloud security and compliance.
• Collaborating with other departments to meet business objectives.
• Staying up-to-date with emerging cloud technologies and trends.
• Demonstrated knowledge of network topologies and implementations (e.g. VPN, LAN, WAN, Wireless)
• Experience as technical lead for a major technology implementation
• Excellent analytical and communication skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of IT network design and governance