Cloud Engineer/Administrator

We are looking for an experienced Cloud Engineer/Administrator to support and enhance enterprise infrastructure for a client. This opportunity is ideal for a senior-level candidate who can manage a well-established Nutanix environment while helping shape cloud modernization efforts within a Microsoft-focused organization. The role combines hands-on platform administration, operational support, and strategic involvement in Azure-based transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Administer and optimize a production Nutanix environment that supports essential business operations and high-availability infrastructure needs.

Provide advanced support for complex infrastructure issues, serving as a senior escalation point for Tier 3 incidents across cloud and on-premises systems.

Lead and support Azure administration activities, including planning and executing workload modernization and migration efforts where appropriate.

Manage Microsoft 365 and identity services, including access control, authentication, and directory-related administration.

Develop and maintain disaster recovery, backup, and resiliency practices to protect critical systems and data.

Collaborate on enterprise infrastructure design, capacity planning, and performance improvements across hybrid environments.

Support network and firewall coordination to ensure secure connectivity between platforms, users, and cloud services.

Document system configurations, operational procedures, and technical recommendations to improve stability and support continuity.

Strong experience administering Nutanix in an enterprise environment.

Proven background supporting Microsoft Azure, including cloud deployment, administration, and migration activities.

Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 Enterprise and identity management technologies such as Entra ID.

Ability to provide Tier 3 infrastructure support and resolve complex production issues.

Knowledge of disaster recovery strategies, backup operations, and business continuity planning.

Broad understanding of enterprise infrastructure components, including compute, storage, virtualization, and networking.

Familiarity with firewall and network concepts that support secure hybrid cloud operations.

Exposure to additional cloud platforms such as Google Cloud Platform is a plus., All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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