Cloud Analyst - Canadian Natural Resources, Calgary

About the role

At Canadian Natural, we are proud to be a leader in Canada's energy industry. Join us and help drive innovation and long-term value through integrity, teamwork, and a passion for doing things right. Make your mark while you grow your career. We are looking for a Cloud Analyst to join our Information Systems Cloud and Collaboration team. In this role, you will help deliver and support enterprise cloud, automation, natural language AI, and collaboration services. You will work with technologies including Microsoft Azure, Azure Databricks, GitHub, Terraform, PowerShell, Copilot, and Microsoft 365 to build, automate, secure, and support solutions that enable our business.

What you'll do

As part of Canadian Natural Resources careers in Calgary, you will handle key accountabilities across enterprise platforms and cloud services:

• Administer, maintain, and optimize Microsoft Azure services, including identity, compute, storage, networking, governance, and security
• Develop and support automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using PowerShell, Terraform, GitHub, and Azure DevOps
• Support Azure Databricks, data platforms, and AI services, including configuration, integration, monitoring, and governance
• Administer and support Microsoft 365 services, including Teams, Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, OneDrive, and Copilot
• Implement and maintain cloud security controls, including Microsoft Entra ID, RBAC, MFA, Conditional Access, and privileged access management
• Monitor service health, respond to incidents, maintain technical documentation, and participate in the team on-call rotation

Qualifications

To qualify for these Canadian Natural Resources jobs, candidates must meet the following experience and technical criteria:

• 10+ years of IT experience, including 3+ years administering enterprise Microsoft 365, cloud infrastructure, collaboration, and backup solutions
• Strong technical knowledge of Microsoft Azure, Microsoft 365, cloud service models, and enterprise-scale collaboration platforms; relevant Microsoft certifications in Azure, Microsoft 365, Identity and Access Management, Exchange Online, or Teams are considered an asset
• Advanced troubleshooting skills supporting cloud services, infrastructure availability, performance, and operational stability
• Experience administering Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Microsoft 365 security controls, MFA, Conditional Access, and role-based access control (RBAC)
• Strong scripting and automation experience using PowerShell, Terraform, GitHub, and Azure DevOps
• Proven experience supporting and evolving enterprise Microsoft 365 service portfolios in mid-to-large organizations, including technical documentation, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery

Perks and benefits

Canadian Natural provides a comprehensive total compensation package and a supportive culture focused on developing people:

• Competitive salary, stock options, company matched stock savings plan, annual bonuses
• May be eligible for relocation pursuant to Canadian Natural's Relocation Policy
• 100% Employer paid extended Health, Dental and Vision Benefits
• Health & Wellness Spending Account
• Multiple volunteer opportunities within the community
• Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Access to online learning platforms for continuous learning and development
• Paid vacation and time off during Christmas week and summer Fridays