Platform Engineer; FinOps & Infrastructure
Job in
Cape Town, 7100, South Africa
Listing for:
Vista
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-03-04
Job specializations:
-
IT/Tech
Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Platform Engineer (FinOps & Infrastructure)
Our Platform Engineers (Fin Ops & 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
Fin Ops 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 PlansMonitor and manage orphaned Azure resourcesService and Security Operations Management
Shape and implement systems, processes, and methodologies to ensure effective and timely monitoring of Vista’s servicesTake ownership of, and lead the response to, suspected and confirmed security incidents – feed all findings back into system design as a cycle of continuous improvementProactively assist in the delivery of high-quality security outcomes for Vista’s global operations, including conducting regular reviews of our security postureProduct and Technical Support
Remain current on all aspects of Vista Cloud technology, deployment, and operational processesTrain 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 resolutionProvide technical advice and assistance for staff across Vista on security incidents as neededConduct 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 maintainedProvide advice to the Development Team on possible security remediations to software problems found by vulnerability toolsPro-actively work on increasing security scores and manage internal systems regarding security state / posture and maturityAdditional Responsibilities
Assist the Project Management Office (PMO) with Statement of Work (SoW) scoping and technical reviews and provide security advice to implementation teamsUtilize appropriate tools to log requests with the services teamCreate material for monthly reports regarding Security state/ posture and maturityFunctional Relationships with
Internal:
Head of Platform OperationsServices ManagersDevelopersExternal:
Vista customers and Business PartnersRequirements
About you
Relevant tertiary degree in business or technology (preferred)Azure or AWS CertificationKnowledge and experience using Fin Ops toolsStrong Server Administrator Experience MCSE / MCSAStrong understanding of Active Directory, Domains, DNS, DHCPStrong understating of IP / networking and enterprise architectureStrong understanding of firewalling, Security, and compliance related elementsKnowledge of Dev Ops / Repo, deployment pipelines, and approval processes for IaC (infrastructure as code)Understanding of compliance requirementsStrong problem solving and analytical skillsillingness to learn and grow within the IaC and security spaceExperience with software design processesCommitment to excellent client service, including the ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with staff and customersWe are currently only considering applicants with an existing right to work in South Africa, 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…
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