Platform Engineer (Finops & Infrastructure)

Our Platform Engineers (FinOps & Infrastructure) ensure that the Vista Cloud and VMS offering maintains the highest levels of service, security and availability for our customers.

Utilizing internal systems to build, monitor, and alleviate issues in our hosted cloud environments, you will ensure seamless operational and security efficiencies, helping to establish a mature and effective security posture across Vista's services.

About the role

FinOps Support

Understand current scales of Containers, VM Scale Sets, VMs, DB Pools, App Services and DB's – resizing and re-scaling as necessary.

Delete unused assets (e.g. Web & Call Centre Base Images) and alter IaC templates to make such assets optionally configurable.

Continue the weekly scaling of environments as necessary.

Become responsible for RI's and Savings Plans

Monitor and manage orphaned Azure resources

Service and Security Operations Management

Shape and implement systems, processes, and methodologies to ensure effective and timely monitoring of Vista's services

Take ownership of, and lead the response to, suspected and confirmed security incidents – feed all findings back into system design as a cycle of continuous improvement

Proactively assist in the delivery of high-quality security outcomes for Vista's global operations, including conducting regular reviews of our security posture

Product and Technical Support

Remain current on all aspects of Vista Cloud technology, deployment, and operational processes

Train internal support teams and act as the escalation point for queries related to security events, providing a resolution path for issues, whether hands-on assistance or simply direction on how to approach issue resolution

Provide technical advice and assistance for staff across Vista on security incidents as needed

Conduct regular reviews of work quality and throughput with the Head of Cloud Operations and other Managers (NZ and overseas), and drill down into the analysis of any problems where required to ensure consistency of approach and that standards are being maintained

Provide advice to the Development Team on possible security remediations to software problems found by vulnerability tools

Pro-actively work on increasing security scores and manage internal systems regarding security state / posture and maturity

Additional Responsibilities

Assist the Project Management Office (PMO) with Statement of Work (SoW) scoping and technical reviews and provide security advice to implementation teams

Utilize appropriate tools to log requests with the services team

Create material for monthly reports regarding Security state / posture and maturity

Functional Relationships with

Internal

Head of Platform Operations

Services Managers

Developers

External

Vista customers and Business Partners

About you

Relevant tertiary degree in business or technology (preferred)

Azure or AWS Certification

Knowledge and experience using FinOps tools

Strong Server Administrator Experience MCSE / MCSA

Strong understanding of Active Directory, Domains, DNS, DHCP

Strong understating of IP / networking and enterprise architecture

Strong understanding of firewalling, Security, and compliance related elements

Knowledge of DevOps / Repo, deployment pipelines, and approval processes for IaC (infrastructure as code)

Understanding of compliance requirements

Strong problem solving and analytical skills

illingness to learn and grow within the IaC and security space

Experience with software design processes

Commitment to excellent client service, including the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with staff and customers

We are currently only considering applicants with an existing right to work in New Zealand, without the need for employer sponsorship, for this position.

About Vista

Vista Group is the global leader in providing technology solutions to the international film industry.

With brands including Vista, Veezi, Movio, Numero, Maccs, Flicks and Powster, our expertise covers cinema management software; loyalty, moviegoer engagement and marketing; film distribution software; box office reporting; creative studio solutions; and movie, cinema and streaming content discovery.

With more than 700 crew based across six main offices, in New Zealand (Auckland headquarters), the USA, the UK, South Africa, the Netherlands, and Mexico, our people are our most important asset.

Across the group brands our teams provide market-leading services to clients in more than 100 countries.

We are proud of our diversity and have placed a high priority on being an inclusive workplace that is reflective of our clients and communities.

It is important to us to foster an environment that empowers people to realise their full potential.

We aim to do 'good things with good people' and we're proud to say that more than two decades on that's exactly what we do every single day.

Shared Standards

Our Shared Standards act as a compass for how we work together and reflect the behaviours we value at Vista Group.

The way in which each member of our crew embodies these Shared Standards is an indicator for performance and success, as it aligns with our vision and strategy.

One Crew

We're a diverse team, in different places and functions, and we're at our best when we connect, help and collaborate

Shine a Light

We communicate openly, we explain the why, and we ask when we don't understand.

We don't leave people in the dark

Make it Happen

We make good things happen as people and as teams through our focus on delivery

Chase Great

We challenge ourselves and each other to keep improving

You will be supported to continually learn and improve your tech skills, share knowledge and ideas in the team, and be part of a dynamic and open culture.

We have a range of benefits that include :

Being part of a passionate team that values innovation and collaboration

Work on products that make a real impact in the entertainment industry

Enjoy a supportive environment that encourages growth and learning

Outstanding flexibility to support a healthy work-life balance

Hybrid working (home and office-based split)

Medical and Life insurance

Volunteer day, enhanced paid parental leave and wellness benefits

Fun team events including the Vista Innovation Cup

If you enjoy a challenge and working in a dynamic and collaborative team, you'll love working at Vista.

We value inclusivity celebrate diversity and are committed to offering equal opportunity to our staff and candidates — regardless of gender, age, race, ethnicity, marital status, disability, sex, sexual orientation, religious, ethical beliefs or political opinion.

This commitment is reflected in all our employment policies and procedures.

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