AWS Cloud Admin

Job Title: AWS Cloud Administrator Job Summary: As an AWS Cloud Administrator, you will be responsible for deploying, configuring, and maintaining the AWS infrastructure of our organization. You will ensure the reliability, security, and performance of our AWS-based systems while optimizing costs and adhering to best practices. Responsibilities: AWS Infrastructure Management: Provision and manage AWS resources, including EC2 instances, S3 buckets, VPCs, AWS Lambda, API gateway and other services as needed. Preferred to implement and maintain infrastructure as code (IAC) using tools like Terraform or AWS CloudFormation. Security and Compliance: Implement and enforce security policies, access controls, and encryption for AWS resources. Monitor and address security vulnerabilities and compliance requirements. Stay updated on AWS security features and best practices. Performance Optimization: Monitor resource utilization and optimize AWS infrastructure for performance and cost efficiency. Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks and scaling issues. Automation and Scripting: Develop automation scripts and workflows to streamline operational tasks and deployments. Leverage AWS CLI, SDKs, and other automation tools for efficient management. Backup and Disaster Recovery: Develop and maintain backup and disaster recovery strategies for critical AWS resources. Perform regular backups and conduct recovery tests. Monitoring and Alerts: Set up monitoring tools and create alerts for AWS resources to proactively detect and address issues. Monitor system health, logs, and performance metrics. Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, DevOps engineers, and network administrators. Provide technical guidance and support for AWS-related initiatives. Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of AWS configurations, procedures, and best practices. Document incident responses and resolutions. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field (or equivalent work experience). AWS certifications, such as AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, AWS Certified Solutions Architect, or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer, are preferred. Proven experience as an AWS Administrator or similar cloud infrastructure management role. In-depth knowledge of AWS services, architecture, and best practices. Proficiency in scripting and automation using AWS CLI, Python, or other relevant tools. Strong understanding of networking concepts, security principles, and data backup strategies. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team. Familiarity with cloud cost optimization strategies and tools.