Cloud Infrastructure Analyst

Job Posting Title

Cloud Infrastructure Analyst

Job Category

Infrastructure

Language Requirements

English / Anglais

Flexible Work Agreement Type

Hybrid / Hybride

Posting End Date

2025-02-11

Job Grade

PIPSC-3

Pay Range

$107,682 - $135,272

Job Summary

Job Description

What NAV CANADA offers you:
- Challenging, team-oriented work environment- Competitive compensation and benefits- Defined benefit pension plan- Opportunities for growth and development- Flexible work arrangements- Diverse and inclusive workforce

Key Accountabilities:
- Design, implement, and manage scalable, secure, and high-performance cloud infrastructure solutions.- Evaluate, configure, and deploy networking components (e.g., ExpressRoute, virtual networks, load balancers, DNS, VPNs, firewalls) within cloud environments.- Design and implement cloud hub-and-spoke network topologies in Azure for enterprise-scale architectures.- Implement network security zones to logically group resources with similar security policies and requirements.- Implement and manage the overall structure of landing zones based on best practices and organizational requirements.- Evaluate new Azure networking features and recommend their adoption to enhance existing infrastructure.- Work with cross-functional teams to enforce compliance with Azure Policy for network security standards.- Monitor and respond to threats using Azure Security Center and Azure Defender.- Manage Azure Sentinel for Security Information and Event Management (SIEM).- Design and enforce compliance policies using Azure Policy and Blueprints.- Perform regular security audits and implement recommendations based on Azure Well-Architected Framework.- Conduct regular vulnerability assessments to identify and address potential security gaps across Azure resources.- Leverage tools like Microsoft Defender Vulnerability Management to monitor and remediate vulnerabilities in virtual machines, containers, and other Azure resources.- Establish robust disaster recovery solutions for multi-region cloud environments.- Create and maintain documentation for hybrid network configurations and operational processes.- Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) scripts for landing zones and networking components using tools like Terraform, Azure Biceps, or Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates.- Troubleshoot and resolve Azure-related issues promptly.

Job Requirements

Education:
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in computer science, Information Technology, or equivalent.- Microsoft Certified: Implement, manage, and monitor cloud solutions (AZ-104), Implement, and manage networking solutions (AZ-700), Implement and manage secure cloud solutions (AZ-500).

Experience:
- Proven hands-on experience (5-7 years) in cloud infrastructure management, with expertise in Microsoft Azure.- Substantial experience in designing and implementing cloud-based networking solutions, including virtual networks, subnets, and VPNs.- Experience in setting up and managing monitoring and logging solutions for cloud-based infrastructure.- Proficiency in scripting languages such as PowerShell or Python.

Knowledge:
- Proficiency in designing and implementing solutions on Microsoft Azure- Comprehensive knowledge of Azure services across networking, security, cloud landing zones compute & storage.- Strong understanding of containerization concepts, including AKS, Docker containers & Kubernetes orchestration & networking- Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) concepts and tools such as Terraform, Azure Biceps and Azure Resource Manager (ARM) templates.

Abilities:
- Ability for implementing DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and configuration management tools- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.- Strong documentation skills to create and maintain comprehensive documentation for configurations and processes.- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Personal Suitability:
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.- Continuous learning mindset to stay updated with the latest Azure and networking features and best practices.- Establish and maintain appropriate interpersonal relationship in dealings with team members, colleagues, and superiors.

Working conditions:
- Occasional Travel required.- This position is based at Ottawa Logistics Centre and is eligible for a flexible work arrangement with 2 days/week in office.

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

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