Cloud Operations Administrator

Job Responsibility:

When you join our team as a Cloud Operations Administrator , you will have a pivotal role in establishing service excellence processes for our cloud-based information systems, which are indispensable for the seamless functioning of our core organizational operations. The successful candidate will work as part of a multi-disciplinary team of system administrators that use industry best practices to create, and support governed, secure, and efficient cloud solutions.

The Cloud Operations Administrator is a key position in the newly created Cloud Practice at Interfor. We are in search of a committed and service-driven professional to join our team and support our multi-cloud systems. If you are enthusiastic about ensuring the dependability and effectiveness of IT infrastructure and possess outstanding communication, analytical, and issue-solving abilities, we welcome you to become a valued member of our team.

What You'll Do

• Lead the design and implementation of multi-cloud solutions (Azure & Oracle Cloud) for enterprise-level projects, ensuring adherence to industry best practices and well-architected frameworks.
• Design, build, and manage cloud infrastructure, with a focus on scalability, security, and performance.
• Develop and implement cloud migration strategies, minimizing disruption to business operations.
• Evaluate, recommend, and deploy cloud services, tools, and technologies that align with project requirements and budget constraints.
• Monitoring, maintaining, and optimizing our multi-cloud (Azure & Oracle Cloud) infrastructure systems.
• Design and configure system backup, and recovery processes following disaster recovery and business continuity strategy.
• Oversight of cloud implementation (IaaS, PaaS and SaaS) by onboarding and offboarding services according to Interfor's operational framework.
• Understand requirements from Enterprise Architecture, Project Leads, Systems Analysts, and other key technical resources to achieve project goals.
• Build Infrastructure as code using Terraform andor ARM Templates.
• Ensure cloud services configuration use industry best practices, and Interfor's security standards.
• Design and perform cloud services security audits following Interfor's cloud security standards.
• Optimize cost on cloud resource utilization to maximize the value of our IT systems investments.
• Communicating effectively with team members and stakeholders regarding system status and issues.
• React to and correct day-to-day operational errors and document resolution.
• Provide in-depth analysis of cloud operations to perform root cause analysis, and improve efficiency, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
• Identify, document, and report risks to ensure remediation plans are executed.
• Communicate progress, results, and other relevant information to project stakeholders and management relying on cloud services.
• Stay current with emerging cloud technologies, trends, and industry best practices, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Maintain the Cloud Operations wiki with technical how-to-do's.

What You Offer

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• 10+ years of experience in information technology
• 5+ years within a Cloud Operations team
• Minimum 5+ or more years of hands-on experience in cloud administration and architecture, with a primary focus on medium or large Azure or Oracle Cloud operating environment, with professional experience supporting cloud services.
• Proven experience working on larger-scale enterprise cloud design and migration projects, including hands-on design and planning.
• Expert-level skills in multi-cloud support, maintenance, and automation.
• Strong application development and integration skills, including knowledge of APIs and microservices. Solid understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, ARM templates, or CloudFormation.
• Thorough knowledge of cloud security best practices and experience implementing security controls.
• AWS Public Cloud knowledge is an asset.
• Working knowledge of centralized monitoring supporting multi-cloud
• Working knowledge of Agile Development.
• General understanding of quality assurance and testing methodologies, as well as SDLC.
• Knowledge of Oracle Cloud Guard is an asset.
• Knowledge of Azure Monitor is an asset.
• Knowledge of Amazon CloudWatch is an asset.
• Hands-on expertise in Terraform is an asset.
• Hands-on expertise in PowerShell and/or Python.
• Azure DevOps experience is an asset.
• ServiceNow ITBM and ITSM knowledge is an asset.
• General understanding of ITIL methodology and practices.
• Good verbal and written skills in English. French is an asset.
• Microsoft Azure Administrator (AZ-104) is an asset.
• Cloud certifications or education is an asset.
• Very strong knowledge of deployment, management, security and governance of public cloud Azure or Oracle Cloud (IaaS and PaaS) resources.
• Extensive experience with Active Directory / Azure Active Directory, Azure Cloud (networking, keyvault, compute), DNS, DHCP, Windows Server
• Working knowledge server operating systems, including Windows 2012 R2, 2016, and 2019.
• Demonstrated experience with internal and external systems integration.
• General Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws (ITGC).
• Ability to troubleshoot cloud errors.
• Ability to communicate business concepts effectively to technical staff.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical staff.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong decision-making skills for problem identification and recommending solutions.
• Strong ability to design and provide innovative solutions.
• Outstanding customer service skills.
• Strong work ethic which is efficient and productivity-oriented.
• Quick learner, self-starter, organized, and detail-oriented.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Who We Are Interfor is a growth-oriented forest products company, operating in all major forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the most diverse lines of wood products to customers around the globe, produced in safety-focused, world-class facilities. We strengthen and contribute to the local economies, build value for our employees and customers, and operate with world-leading sustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainable building materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Check out to learn more about our approach to sustainability.

Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we're growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success! #StartHereGoFar

What We Offer Interfor has posted the following expected salary range that the company believes in good faith could be offered to successful candidates. The salary offered is benchmarked to current market conditions and will also be based on numerous factors which can include work experience, skills, credentials, education, and other relevant factors. In addition to a competitive salary, you will receive a competitive benefits package and be able to participate in our Short-Term Incentive Bonus plan, with the payout amount subject to individual and corporate performance. If you have any questions regarding our salary range or our total compensation package, our recruitment team will be happy to advise you on what you can expect from us.

Expected range: $XX,XXX - $XX,XXX

Interfor builds value for our employees by providing a career where they can contribute, grow, and prosper. You'll receive a competitive benefits package including:

• Extended Health & Dental
  • Short Term Disability Insurance
  • Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Additional (Employee Paid) Life Insurance
• RRSP Matching Plan
• Participation in our Employee Share Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Participation in our Short-Term Incentive Plan (STIP)
• Paid Vacation
• Employee Assistance Program

We want you to grow your career with Interfor. With our industry leading training programs and track record of promoting from within, you'll have plenty of opportunities to ‘Start Here. Go Far.' Check out our Employee Development Programs to learn more at

We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.