AWS Infrastructure Engineer
About the role
The AWS Infrastructure Engineer is responsible for implementing and supporting core IT infrastructure, focusing on migrating on-premises environments to AWS. The role manages infrastructure across both on-premises and AWS during the transition, including servers, networking, and backups, and will take on AWS operations as migration progresses. Key responsibilities include deploying and maintaining servers, managing backups and disaster recovery, administering Active Directory, supporting cloud infrastructure, and monitoring system health. The position requires hands-on experience with AWS services, Windows Server, Hyper-V, and Veeam, as well as strong troubleshooting skills and a customer-focused mindset. The company, Mitra, expects flexibility to work at any of its sites or client premises, adherence to confidentiality and data protection policies, and commitment to personal development and business conduct standards.
Must have
- hands-on experience with core AWS infrastructure services (EC2, RDS, S3/EBS, CloudWatch), and experience administering Windows Server, Hyper-V, and Veeam sufficient to support and migrate an existing on-prem environment to AWS.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in IT support, system administration, or infrastructure/cloud operations.
- Hands-on experience with Windows/Linux systems, Active Directory, Office 365, AWS Infrastructure.
- Working knowledge of networking, cloud services, and ITSM tools.
Nice to have
- Microsoft Entra ID, SonicWall firewall management, and Unifi.
- Experience with scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Bash) is a plus.
- Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate, AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional), AWS Certified Security – Specialty are highly desirable.
Technologies
- Active Directory
- AWS
- Azure
- Bash
- CloudWatch
- Cybersecurity
- EC2
- Microsoft Entra ID
- Firewall
- Hyper-V
- Linux
- Microsoft 365
- PowerShell
- RDS
- S3
- SharePoint
- VPN
- Windows
- Windows Server
Highlights
Work is on a roster basis with shifts that may include 6:00 PM - 3:00 AM or 11:00 AM - 8:00 PM IST, depending on project requirements. The role may require working at any Mitra site or client premises, including internationally. Relevant certifications are highly desirable but not strictly required.
Also posted as
Jobs across Sri Lanka, watched for you.Colombo, Sri Lanka