CloudOps & Infrastructure Engineer

We are looking for a skilled and adaptable CloudOps & Infrastructure Engineer to oversee and maintain our hybrid IT environment, which includes Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure alongside on-premises physical and virtual servers. The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience in both cloud and on-premises domains, capable of planning, deploying, troubleshooting, and securing infrastructure components efficiently. This role is critical within our technology team, combining cloud operations, DevOps tooling, server administration, networking, security, and user management.

Key Responsibilities

Cloud Operations (CloudOps):
Plan, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure and services in alignment with company and project requirements. Provide cloud architecture solutions for new and existing needs across teams. Optimize cloud resources for performance, cost, and reliability. Utilize DevOps tools and pipelines, with proficiency in Terraform or similar Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools. Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines as necessary. Manage and integrate cloud services with on-premises systems in a hybrid environment. Administer Linux and Windows servers hosted both in the cloud and on-premises. Oversee databases, web servers, and application services across environments. Perform OS and service upgrades, patching, and routine system administration. Plan and execute migrations between on-premises and cloud environments. Manage cloud networking with a strong emphasis on security, ensuring secure connectivity across networks and hybrid setups. Troubleshoot networking and security issues related to hybrid traffic, collaborating with on-premises teams. Administer Azure Active Directory including user access, licenses, roles, and permissions. Handle DNS management for cloud-hosted domains and services. Manage SSL certificate procurement, deployment, renewal, and migration. Diagnose and resolve issues related to cloud app services, databases, networking, and security. Provide timely resolution of cloud infrastructure incidents and maintain detailed incident logs and documentation.

On-Premises Infrastructure:
Deploy and manage physical servers and virtual machines on-premises efficiently. Plan and assess requirements for on-premises infrastructure. Manage virtualization platforms to ensure high availability of services. Deploy and administer infrastructure servers such as DNS, DHCP, Proxy, and Active Directory. Manage application, database, and web servers on-premises. Support developers and system administrators with server-related needs. Manage Microsoft 365 users, access, roles, and licenses, including Active Directory administration. Administer Microsoft 365 applications such as Outlook, SharePoint, OneDrive, Teams, and Office Suite. Handle user onboarding and offboarding, access provisioning, and license management. Oversee all on-premises networking and security tasks, including routers, switches, firewalls, cables, printers, PCs, laptops, and phones. Manage company internet connectivity and internal networking requirements. Securely connect company networks with external networks, services, and remote users. Manage procurement and administration of IT purchases including SSL certificates, domains, hardware, and subscriptions. Oversee deployment, maintenance, and migration of additional services or tools. Maintain accurate records of IT assets, licenses, and subscriptions.

Required Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years’ experience in CloudOps or SysOps roles is preferred. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure. Proficiency in Linux and Windows server administration. Experience with DevOps tools and Infrastructure-as-Code, preferably Terraform. Strong knowledge of networking, security, and hybrid cloud environments. Familiarity with Microsoft 365 and Active Directory management. Ability to manage both cloud and on-premises infrastructure effectively. Bachelor’s degree is preferred. Candidates must have their own laptop for work purposes.

Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
Ability to reliably commute to or relocate to Lahore Cantt. GPO before starting work is preferred. Competitive monthly salary ranging from Rs200,000 to Rs250,000. This is an in-person role requiring presence at the work location.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a dynamic environment managing critical infrastructure across cloud and on-premises systems. We encourage proactive engineers with a broad skill set in CloudOps and infrastructure management to apply.