Job Description
Job Posting Organization:
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) was founded in 1961 and has since become a leading global conservation organization. With a mission to help people and nature thrive, WWF operates in over 100 countries worldwide. The organization partners with communities, companies, and governments to protect wildlife, conserve vital habitats, and advance sustainable solutions. WWF is grounded in scientific research and driven by collaboration, focusing on conserving biodiversity, supporting resilient communities, and addressing climate change. The organization boasts nearly 1 million members in the United States and over 5 million globally, reflecting its extensive reach and commitment to environmental conservation.
Job Overview:
As a Senior Cloud Engineer at WWF, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that the organization's technology systems support its global conservation efforts. Your primary responsibility will be to manage and maintain the Azure infrastructure that underpins WWF's operations across various regions, including South America, Central America, Africa, and Asia. This position is vital for ensuring that critical systems remain operational, allowing teams to focus on their mission of protecting nature. You will be responsible for architecting the Azure environment, managing security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security and identity configurations, designing backup strategies, troubleshooting networking issues, and serving as the go-to expert for complex Azure-related challenges. Your work will directly impact WWF's ability to engage communities and drive climate action effectively.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a degree in Information Technology or a related field. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of cloud infrastructure and the technical requirements of the role.
Experience:
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 8 years of work experience, with at least 6 years specifically in IT. This experience should include extensive hands-on management of highly available and resilient Azure production systems, demonstrating a deep understanding of cloud technologies and enterprise IT systems.
Languages:
Fluency in English and Spanish is mandatory for this position. This bilingual requirement is crucial for effective communication within the organization and with stakeholders across different regions. Additional language skills may be considered an asset but are not mandatory.
Additional Notes:
Candidates must be currently based and authorized to work in one of the following countries to be eligible for this position: Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, Mexico, Paraguay, Suriname, or Guyana. The position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship, and applicants must be legally authorized to work in the job's location. Remuneration will be provided in local currency, and candidates are required to submit their resumes and cover letters in English to be considered for the role. WWF promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals, regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) was founded in 1961 and has since become a leading global conservation organization. With a mission to help people and nature thrive, WWF operates in over 100 countries worldwide. The organization partners with communities, companies, and governments to protect wildlife, conserve vital habitats, and advance sustainable solutions. WWF is grounded in scientific research and driven by collaboration, focusing on conserving biodiversity, supporting resilient communities, and addressing climate change. The organization boasts nearly 1 million members in the United States and over 5 million globally, reflecting its extensive reach and commitment to environmental conservation.
Job Overview:
As a Senior Cloud Engineer at WWF, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that the organization's technology systems support its global conservation efforts. Your primary responsibility will be to manage and maintain the Azure infrastructure that underpins WWF's operations across various regions, including South America, Central America, Africa, and Asia. This position is vital for ensuring that critical systems remain operational, allowing teams to focus on their mission of protecting nature. You will be responsible for architecting the Azure environment, managing security" style="border-bottom: 1px dotted #007bff !important;">security and identity configurations, designing backup strategies, troubleshooting networking issues, and serving as the go-to expert for complex Azure-related challenges. Your work will directly impact WWF's ability to engage communities and drive climate action effectively.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Own and manage WWF's Azure infrastructure, including spinning up subscriptions, provisioning resources, and building/deploying virtual machines (VMs) in both production and staging environments.
- Configure Microsoft Entra tenants, manage Single Sign-On (SSO) through Azure Enterprise Apps, and maintain clean and secure Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and user groups.
- Proactively patch systems and automate routine tasks using PowerShell and Graph API to enhance operational efficiency.
- Design and implement effective backup strategies and disaster recovery playbooks to ensure system resilience.
- Troubleshoot networking issues across Virtual Networks (VNETs), sites, and tenants, including firewalls, load balancers, and DNS configurations.
- Lead projects end-to-end, ensuring clear communication and engagement with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Be available for occasional after-hours or weekend work to address critical outages or planned maintenance, emphasizing the importance of system uptime.
Required Qualifications:
- A degree in Information Technology or a related field.
- A minimum of 8 years of work experience, including at least 6 years in IT.
- Verbal and written fluency in both English and Spanish is mandatory.
- Extensive experience managing large-scale enterprise IT systems, particularly in Azure environments.
- In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Azure services, cloud architecture, cloud networking, Entra ID, Microsoft 365, and both Windows and Linux servers.
- Proficiency in managing Windows domains and Active Directory.
- Expertise in using PowerShell and Graph API for Azure management and automation.
Educational Background:
Candidates must possess a degree in Information Technology or a related field. This educational background is essential for understanding the complexities of cloud infrastructure and the technical requirements of the role.
Experience:
The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 8 years of work experience, with at least 6 years specifically in IT. This experience should include extensive hands-on management of highly available and resilient Azure production systems, demonstrating a deep understanding of cloud technologies and enterprise IT systems.
Languages:
Fluency in English and Spanish is mandatory for this position. This bilingual requirement is crucial for effective communication within the organization and with stakeholders across different regions. Additional language skills may be considered an asset but are not mandatory.
Additional Notes:
Candidates must be currently based and authorized to work in one of the following countries to be eligible for this position: Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Guatemala, Belize, Honduras, Mexico, Paraguay, Suriname, or Guyana. The position is not eligible for employment visa sponsorship, and applicants must be legally authorized to work in the job's location. Remuneration will be provided in local currency, and candidates are required to submit their resumes and cover letters in English to be considered for the role. WWF promotes equal employment opportunities for all qualified individuals, regardless of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, disability, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law.
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