IT Server Operations Engineer (Azure, Hybrid AD) at Dangote Group Full Time NEW

Job Title: IT Server Operations Engineer (Azure, Hybrid AD)

Location: Lagos
Employment Type: Full Time
Department: Dangote Refinery and Petrochemical

Job Description

• We are seeking an experienced IT Server Operations Engineer to join our team.
• The candidate should have a strong background in managing and operating server infrastructure, with expertise in Azure, Hybrid Active Directory (AD), and Microsoft technologies.
• The ideal candidate will possess Microsoft certifications and have experience in ensuring high availability, security, and performance of server operations.

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, leveraging Azure Security Center and Azure AD features
• Monitor and optimize server performance, troubleshooting issues and implementing scaling solutions as needed
• Collaborate with development teams to ensure 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 for24/7 server operations support
• Stay up to date with Azure innovations, applying 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
• Develop and manage project plans, including scope, timelines, resources, budget, and risks, for SharePoint projects.
• Define project objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Lead cross-functional teams, including developers, designers, business analysts, and IT support staff, to ensure project objectives are met.
• Coordinate and communicate with internal stakeholders, external vendors, and clients to align project goals with business needs.
• Provide guidance, mentorship, and support to team members throughout the project.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues that could impact project delivery.
• Manage project budgets, ensuring that projects are delivered within financial constraints.
• Allocate resources effectively, balancing the needs of multiple projects and priorities.
• Ensure that all project deliverables meet quality standards and are aligned with business requirements.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, risk logs, and change requests.
• Provide regular project updates to stakeholders, including progress reports, risk assessments, and issue resolution plans. Implement change management strategies to ensure smooth adoption of new SharePoint features and processes.
• Stay up to date with the latest SharePoint and Power Platform features and best practices

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BSc/BE) 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, focus on Azure and hybrid AD
• Microsoft certifications (e.g., MCSA, MCSE, Azure Administrator Associate))
• Strong proficiency in Azure (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS), Hybrid AD, and Microsoft server technologies (Windows Server, SQL Server) Experience with IT service management frameworks (ITIL) and incident management processes
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues
  Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in agile teams

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• User Adoption Rate
• Solution delivery timeliness
• System uptime
• Process Automation Efficiency
• Issue Resolution Time
• Data Accuracy
• Training Effectiveness
• Compliance Rate

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with experience working in agile teams
  Effective collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing technology and business needs. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

• Private Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development
• Bus transportation
• Coop society

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.