Job ID: JOB_ID_2189
Role Overview
The Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Administrator role is a critical position within our modern IT infrastructure team, focusing on the seamless management and optimization of cloud-native environments. As we move into 2026, the complexity of cloud ecosystems has grown, requiring a specialist who can navigate the intricacies of distributed systems, container orchestration, and high-scale data processing. This remote position offers the opportunity to work at the forefront of cloud technology, ensuring that our GCP footprint is secure, scalable, and cost-effective.
Key Responsibilities
- Provision and manage a wide array of GCP resources, including Compute Engine for virtualized workloads, Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) for containerized applications, Cloud Storage for scalable object storage, and BigQuery for advanced data analytics.
- Implement and maintain security best practices across the entire GCP organization. This includes defining and managing Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies, configuring VPC networking (including subnets, firewalls, and Cloud Armor), and ensuring data encryption at rest and in transit.
- Automate the deployment and lifecycle management of infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Terraform, Cloud Deployment Manager, or Ansible. The goal is to achieve a fully reproducible and version-controlled environment.
- Optimize cloud costs and performance through the use of Cloud Operations (formerly Stackdriver). You will be responsible for creating comprehensive dashboards, setting up proactive alerts, and conducting regular audits to identify underutilized resources.
- Support the migration of legacy workloads to GCP, providing technical guidance on refactoring or re-platforming strategies. You will also serve as a primary point of contact for troubleshooting complex incidents and performing root cause analysis.
- Collaborate closely with development and operations teams to integrate infrastructure management into CI/CD pipelines, fostering a DevOps culture of shared responsibility and continuous improvement.
Advanced Networking and Global Connectivity
In the 2026 landscape, the GCP Administrator must be proficient in managing complex global networks. This includes the implementation of Cloud Interconnect for dedicated physical connections between on-premises networks and Google’s network, as well as managing Global External HTTP(S) Load Balancing to ensure low-latency access for users worldwide. You will be responsible for configuring Cloud DNS, managing SSL certificates via Certificate Authority Service, and ensuring that all network traffic is optimized for both speed and cost. The role also involves deep dives into VPC Service Controls to prevent data exfiltration and ensure that sensitive data remains within the authorized perimeters.
Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
A significant portion of this role involves designing and testing disaster recovery (DR) strategies. You will leverage GCP’s multi-region capabilities to create resilient architectures that can withstand regional outages. This includes configuring Cloud SQL cross-region replicas, setting up multi-regional buckets in Cloud Storage, and using Backup and DR Service to automate the protection of critical workloads. Regular DR drills and the maintenance of a comprehensive Business Continuity Plan (BCP) are essential to ensure that the organization can recover quickly from any unforeseen events.
The Future of Cloud Administration
As we look toward the end of the decade, the role of the GCP Administrator is evolving into that of a Platform Engineer. You will not just be managing resources but building the platforms that allow developers to self-serve. This involves creating Service Catalog entries, defining reusable Terraform modules, and implementing policy-as-code using tools like Sentinel or Forseti Security. Your ability to stay ahead of the curve with new GCP releases and industry trends will be a key factor in your success and the success of the IT organization.
Special Requirements
Visa: Only USC CITIZENS; Interview: Remote; Domain: Cloud Infrastructure; Restriction: Remote position
Compensation & Location
Salary: $140,000 – $185,000 per year (Estimated)
Location: Remote, USA
Recruiter / Company – Contact Information
Recruiter / Employer: IT Syntax Inc.
Email: navya@itsyntax.com
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