CLOUD SPECIALIST SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS

Published: July 23, 2024 - The Cloud Specialist specializes in Oracle PaaS and IaaS technologies, holding certifications in OCI, and database cloud services, and possessing hands-on experience with cloud operations and license products. This position demonstrates profound expertise in the implementation and customer support for Oracle Cloud adoption, including the configuration, administration, and development of cloud solutions. Equipped with strong operational support skills for production environments, proactive problem-solving capabilities, and a commitment to sharing knowledge within the team.

Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Cloud Specialist Resume
  • Cloud Computing Platforms
  • Infrastructure as a Service
  • Platform as a Service (PaaS)
  • Software as a Service (SaaS)
  • Database Management
  • Network Security
  • DevOps Practices
  • Containerization
  • Automation Tools
  • Scripting Languages
  • Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Adaptability
  • Team Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Time Management
  • Project Management
  • Creativity
  • Customer Orientation
  • Learning Agility

Summary of Cloud Specialist Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume

1. BS in Computer Science with 4 years of Experience

  • Ability to move between high-level architectural review/design & oversee all phases of solution delivery
  • Experience with configuration and deployment
  • Knowledge of software architectures and best practices
  • Understanding of SDLC processes and software development methodologies
  • Continuous Integration and Delivery approaches for cloud-native applications
  • Experience with any of the following Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud Platform. SAP Cloud Platform
  • Good communication skills (fluent in English)
  • Experience in Application Development & Management services of which sales and P&L
  • Experience in Agile/Scrum/DevOps-based Software development
  • Experience in transforming clients from Waterfall to Agile and DevOps/DevSecOps-based model.

2. BS in Information Technology with 5 years of Experience

  • Experience working as a Cloud Specialist.
  • Strong technical knowledge in technologies such as (but not limited to) UCS, Linux, SAN / NAS, virtualization (Openstack / VMware), and IaaS + PaaS + SaaS.
  • Experience in development with Shell, Perl, and Python.
  • Knowledge of compilers and accelerators (gmake, emake, etc.).
  • Strong leadership, and capacity for decision-making.
  • Good communication and interpersonal relationships and be result-oriented.
  • Ability to translate client requirements into opportunities for building/selling Application development and management solutions.  
  • Experience in the estimation and pricing for large and complex Application Development and application maintenance proposals.
  • Good track record of building and managing strong client relationships at the VP+ level and proactively engaging with them to identify and shape opportunities.
  • Familiar with the industry trends on the latest technologies and tools in App Development & Maintenance

3. BS in Software Engineering with 3 years of Experience

  • Experience in deploying and supporting cloud services in a large-scale environment.
  • Experience in one or more cloud providers.
  • Experience developing software with at least one production implementation in one of the following languages: C#/.NET, Java, Python, or Node.
  • Experience writing in a scripting language that implemented a deployment to the cloud or supported a cloud workload.
  • Experience working with relational and/or NoSQL databases.
  • Practical knowledge of web application security.
  • Experience as a contributor to the design of distributed and highly available cloud solutions.
  • Familiarity with 1 or more version control systems (Git, Perforce, SVN, TFS/VSTS/Azure DevOps).
  • Expery-level certification in cloud platform technology (e.g. Azure, AWS, GCP) or cloud operations experience.
  • Strong collaboration skills and ability to meet tight deadlines.

4. BS in Network Engineering with 4 years of Experience

  • Experience configuring direct connections to the cloud from on-premise, gateways, virtual networks, and security segmentation technologies in a production environment.
  • Production experience with a hybrid cloud configuration.
  • Experience with containerization technologies such as Docker.
  • Experience developing software that is deployed to the cloud.
  • Experience writing scripts in PowerShell.
  • Experience with SQL Server.
  • Experience with Azure Cosmos DB and/or MongoDB.
  • Experience working with Azure.
  • Experience with VSTS/Azure DevOps deployments.
  • Experience with big data clustering technologies (Hadoop, Spark, HDInsight, EMR, etc.)

5. BA in Information Systems with 6 years of Experience

  • Experience working within ITIL, DevOps and/or Agile frameworks and methodologies
  • Experience in maintaining underpinning services for large-scale Microsoft and UNIX physical & virtual workplace environments
  • Experience in security compliance across a large complex infrastructure estate and undertaking vulnerability remediation activities
  • Experienced in authoring & updating infrastructure design, support & procedural documentation
  • Familiar with working within secure environments
  • Experience with modern Software Defined Data Centers including integration of APIs.
  • Configuration & Support of VMware’s converged Infrastructure stack, ideally with some experience with vRealize Automation or other automation tools such as Terraform, Ansible; with integration with Red Hat Satellite or Miscrosoft System Center
  • UNIX Operating Systems and integration with AD/IDM/Puppet OR VMware’s VDI services including application presentation/delivery and desktop provisioning services
  • Active Directory Services including DNS, DHCP, Group Policy management
  • Familiar with OS image/Template management, and playbooks

6. BS in Cybersecurity with 4 years of Experience

  • A strong relationship with Prod Mgt and Cloud Ops
  • Strong understanding and hands-on experience in Oracle PaaS and IaaS-related technologies as well as associated license products
  • Deep experience implementing, and accompanying customers in Oracle Cloud adoption
  • Deep expertise in the focus area: with installation, configuration, administration and development skills for relevant Cloud and license products and services
  • Experience in operations support of production environments, investigation and solutions to different issues
  • Knowledge of solving or escalating client issues and Pro-active and demonstrates lateral problem-solving
  • Willingness to share own technical and business knowledge with team members
  • Knowledge of certified in OCI and/or database cloud service and/or equivalent for relevant specialty
  • Knowledge of certified in at least one competitive cloud or has the aptitude to develop this knowledge
  • Knowledge of software Networking, micro-segmentation or overlay switching and routing
  • Experience in maintaining F5 security products and utilizing BIG-IP

7. BS in Cloud Computing with 5 years of Experience

  • Experience on AWS (configuring and implementing services, migration of applications, pipeline building, automation, etc.);
  • Experience in automation skills with the following Python, CloudFormation, CDK, Terraform, Ansible, Puppet, Kubernetes, etc.
  • Good in communication skills in written and verbal communication, 
  • Experience in interacting with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
  • Good in planning in co-ordinating
  • Have proven ability to analyze and solve complex issues in a timely and structured manner.
  • Flexible to work in diverse cultural environments and have the ability to work under strong time pressure comfortable work under pressure
  • Have a strong quality mindset and Fluent English.
  • Deep understanding of cloud computing technologies across Windows and Linux (MS Azure Cloud development toolset, IoT Hub, Event Hub, MS Azure functions, MS Azure data storage, MS Azure Data Lake, Steam analytics, SQL database, and MS Azure Synapse Analytics) and C#;
  • Ability to learn new technologies in a fast-paced environment and to deal with ambiguity