IT Server Operations Engineer (Azure, Hybrid AD)

We are seeking an experienced IT Server Operations Engineer to join our team at Dangote Group. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing and operating server infrastructure, with expertise in Azure, Hybrid Active Directory (AD), and Microsoft technologies. This role is critical for ensuring high availability, security, and performance of our server operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain on-premises and cloud-based server infrastructure, including Azure virtual machines, storage, and networking
• Design, implement, and manage Hybrid AD environments, integrating Azure AD with on-premises AD
• Ensure server security, compliance, and identity management using Azure Security Center and Azure AD features
• Monitor and optimize server performance, troubleshooting issues and implementing scaling solutions
• Collaborate with development teams for seamless deployment and operation of applications on Azure
• Develop and maintain documentation, playbooks, and runbooks for server operations and incident response
• Participate in on-call rotations for 24/7 server operations support
• Stay up-to-date with Azure innovations and apply knowledge to improve server operations and cloud adoption
• Implement and manage Azure cost optimization and resource utilization strategies
• Configure and customize Power BI dashboards and reports
• Lead SharePoint projects, including planning, resource management, and stakeholder communication

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Technology
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (or higher)
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Expert (MCSE): Cloud Platform and Infrastructure (or higher)
• Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA): Windows Server (or higher)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in server operations, focusing on Azure and hybrid AD
• Strong proficiency in Azure (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), Hybrid AD, and Microsoft server technologies
• Experience with IT service management frameworks (ITIL) and incident management processes
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in agile teams

Join Dangote Group and be part of a dynamic team driving technological innovation in one of Africa's leading conglomerates. This role offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge cloud technologies and contribute to large-scale infrastructure management.