Senior Systems Administrators (Colombo, Sri Lanka)

Manpower Sri Lanka
ContractColombo, Sri Lanka

One of our reputed clients in the IT & Cloud Services industry is seeking experienced Senior Systems Administrators to support and enhance enterprise-level cloud infrastructure and security operations. The ideal candidates will have strong expertise in Microsoft 365, Cloud Platforms (Azure & AWS), and Cloud Security, with the ability to mentor teams and handle complex systems environments.

SALARY: Negotiable

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Support, manage, and continuously improve company and client cloud infrastructure and cloud strategy.
  • Monitor, patch, and support client cloud systems and software, resolving escalated technical issues.
  • Ensure data integrity, perform system backups, and enhance operations using scripting, AI, or automation tools.
  • Troubleshoot operating system and third-party application issues.
  • Manage core system administration tasks and support development team requirements.
  • Implement and maintain cyber security and information security solutions.
  • Conduct security reviews of new cloud services and SaaS platforms.
  • Develop vulnerability management metrics and report findings to senior management.
  • Create and maintain standard operating procedures and technical documentation.
  • Provide advanced technical expertise for systems integration projects.
  • Handle incident management and research emerging technologies.
  • Follow industry best practices for automation, deployment, and security.

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Expert-level knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 Administration.
  • Proven experience in support desk management and direct end-user engagement.
  • Strong knowledge of networking concepts and firewalls.
  • Deep understanding of Cloud Infrastructure (Azure and AWS).
  • Experience with O365 compliance portals and security configurations.
  • Demonstrated experience supporting large, cloud-based enterprise systems.
  • Solid hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 administration and deployments.
  • Strong background in Cloud Security and Compliance.
  • Willingness and ability to mentor and develop technical teams.
  • Excellent customer service skills with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

  • MS-500 – Microsoft 365 Certified: Security Administrator Associate
  • AZ-900 – Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
  • MS-900 – Microsoft 365 Certified: Fundamentals

NICE TO HAVE:

  • MS-700 – Microsoft 365 Certified: Teams Administrator Associate
  • PL-900 – Microsoft Certified: Power Platform Fundamentals
  • Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA)
  • Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)

BENEFITS:

  • Competitive compensation package paid in USD.
  • Flexible remote work arrangement.
  • Exposure to advanced cloud and security technologies.
  • Professional growth opportunities in a fast-growing organization.
  • Supportive and collaborative work culture with team-building initiatives.

MANPOWER LANKA SOLUTIONS (PVT) LTD. 12A, Ridgeway Place, Bambalapitiya, Colombo 04, Sri Lanka.

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