System Administrator / Cloud Administrator (Ref: 196777)

As an independent recruitment partner, we connect organizations delivering public services and cultural experiences with civic-minded talent. Our client operates as a government-led entity focused on preserving heritage while supporting a dynamic, accessible tourism sector. We engage with discretion, integrity, and a commitment to sourcing high-caliber professionals who advance strategic outcomes for public institutions.

dedicated System Administrator / Cloud Administrator to support the migration of remaining on-premise workloads into Azure.

The current internal team is focused on BAU activity, so this person will be brought in specifically to support the migration project and ensure remaining servers and applications are moved successfully into the Azure environment.

• Support migration of on-premise servers and applications into Azure

  • Assess existing on-prem workloads and prepare them for cloud migration

  • Work across both Hyper-V and Azure infrastructure environments

  • Support infrastructure migration planning, execution and troubleshooting

  • Ensure workloads are migrated with minimal disruption to existing services

  • Work closely with the infrastructure team and managed service partner where required

  • Provide hands-on technical support throughout the migration lifecycle

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; professional certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, CompTIA) preferred.
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in system administration, cloud infrastructure, or a similar role.
• Strong command of Linux/Windows administration, scripting (PowerShell, Bash), and automation tools (Terraform, Ansible).
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Solid expertise in security controls, IAM, encryption, backups, and disaster recovery planning.
• Exceptional problem-solving, written and verbal communication, and the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences.

• Flexible work arrangements and generous leave policies.
• Competitive remuneration with an extensive government benefits package.
• Professional development support and learning reimbursement options.
• Health insurance, pension plan, and family coverage options.
• Public sector exposure, inclusive culture, and structured career progression.

This opportunity is anchored in a government department prioritizing culture, tourism, and heritage preservation. It offers impact on public-facing digital services and the foundational infrastructure supporting cultural experiences in Abu Dhabi.