Infrastructure & Cloud Lead

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead Azure cloud architecture (IaaS, PaaS, security, governance) and manage our expanding Azure footprint.
• Design and implement critical edge computing solutions, specifically Azure Stack HCI, for the manufacturing plant.
• Manage and support end-user computing environments leveraging Microsoft Intune, Azure AD/Entra, and Microsoft 365 to ensure secure and seamless user access.
• Partner closely with SIs/vendors to vet and influence infrastructure designs, ensuring alignment with our strategic vision and operational needs.
• Establish and enforce infrastructure standards, guardrails, and cost optimization strategies from day one, ensuring vendor adherence.
• Develop and oversee robust backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans across all environments.
• Drive infrastructure automation and act as the primary escalation point for complex infra issues.
• Plan and prepare to lead an in-house infrastructure team as the organization scales and transitions from vendor dependency.
• Manage key vendor relationships for cloud, hardware, and managed services, ensuring alignment with our strategic vision.

Key Skills:

• Deep expertise in Azure services (Compute, Storage, Networking, Identity, Security); proven experience with Azure Stack HCI and edge solutions.
• Good understanding of end-user services, including Microsoft Intune, Active Directory/Entra ID, and/or Microsoft 365 administration.
• Proven ability to design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud/hybrid architectures in greenfield environments.
• Strong leadership, communication, and vendor management skills.
• Experience in industrial or manufacturing environments preferred.

• Bachelor's or masters in computer science, Information Technology, or a related engineering field.

Mandatory Skills/ Certification:

• Mandatory: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104).
• Highly Desired: Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305), Azure Stack HCI Certification.