Microsoft Cloud Specialist

Why MicroAge
Trusted business partner and market leader that enables Client success through the adoption of information technology. MicroAge
provides organizations with managed IT services and business technologies, supported by a team of skilled professionals who strive
to anticipate the evolving needs of our Clients. We take pride in the premium quality, personalized services we deliver, and have
earned the privilege to be considered the partner of choice for many of Canada’s Fortune 1000 companies, small and medium
businesses, public sector organizations and educational institutions.

Our team is comprised of talented and passionate professionals that are encouraged to think outside the box. The MicroAge
environment is dynamic, where team members are appreciated for their involvement and rewarded for their contribution. Our
commitment to continuous improvement is supported by career development initiatives that include on-going skills training and
coaching. We help bring out the best in you.

The Position: Microsoft Cloud Specialist
Location: Laval (QC)
Permanent and Full-time position

As a member of the project team, the Microsoft Cloud Specialist is responsible for delivering cloud strategies and provide leadership
organizational guidelines, standards and best practices.

**Responsibilities**:
role in planning and testing solutions, and ensures that they are onboarded successfully and delivered on schedule, in the
Client's IT environment.

working closely with other IT Infrastructure Specialists, Solutions Architects and Security Resources to design and integrate
cloud and on-premises services, enabling secure operations in the cloud environment;
executing cloud computing across IT operations and provide technical consulting and advisory to decision makers;
deploying, automating, and managing cloud (Azure) based systems to ensure high availability, performance, scalability,

and security for Clients’ environments;
documenting and developing standard operating procedures;
making recommendations and providing continuous systems and process improvements to Management and Clients;
maintaining knowledge of the organization’s product offering, staying abreast of cloud technologies and tools;
assisting IT leadership in developing roadmap for cloud integration and strategies;
providing cloud technical mentoring to strengthen cloud support within internal IT teams, and providing quality services

to Clients;
influencing and driving product improvements and enhancements and ensuring that all aspects of the project are aligned;
taking ownership of items assigned by stakeholders and ensure timely response on deliverables;
maintaining vendor certifications as assigned by management.

College or university degree in computer sciences or equivalent experience;
minimum 3 years working experience with Azure Cloud Services;
minimum 3 -5 years of experience in System Support and Administration in Enterprise environments;
minimum of 3 - 5 years of current working knowledge in supporting and managing Microsoft 365, Virtualization

technologies, Storage Systems, Infrastructure monitoring & alerting technologies, high availability architecture in Azure
Hybrid Cloud Technologies;
industry certifications in virtualization, Microsoft Azure, networking technologies and Microsoft 365 certifications are an
asset;
proficiency in Windows Servers, Active Directory, PowerShell, Azure Active Directory, Identity and Access Management,
Virtualization, Certificates (public and private PKI), DNS, Web Application Gateway, TCP/IP networking and Routing is an
asset;
experience working with Azure Automation Accounts and Logic Apps is an asset;
experience configuring and deploying App Services, Security Gateways, VNets/Subnets, NSGs, Peerings, Recovery Services

Vault, Storage Accounts, Key Vaults, Automation Accounts, Azure Disk Encryption, Private Endpoints, Private Link,

written and verbal communications skills in French & English with strong presentation skills;
excellent organizational skills and capable to prioritise tasks in order to respect deadlines;
in-depth knowledge of technology best practices;
adaptability and willingness to learn new skills, frameworks, and technologies;
strong leadership in developing and driving solutions;
strong problem-solving skills, creative, and innovative thinking that can be applied to resolve complex business and

technical challenges;
a deep commitment to contributing to team success as a team player;
the ability to work independently: self-learner, motivated, enthusiastic, and someone who enjoys learning modern

technologies and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- We offer:

- Competitive remuneration;
- Comprehensive employee benefits package;
- Training, coaching and mentoring within a stimulating work environment;
- Career development with the possibility for advancement within the Company.

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