Azure Architect

We are looking for an experienced and certified Cloud Architect with a strong background in Microsoft Azure to design secure, scalable cloud infrastructures. The ideal candidate will combine deep technical expertise in cloud security architecture, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for mentoring others in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement secure and scalable cloud architectures with a focus on Microsoft Azure.
• Define and enforce robust cloud security policies, controls, and compliance frameworks.
• Leverage Azure-native tools (e.g., ARM templates, Azure Bicep, Verified Modules, Landing Zone Accelerators) to build secure infrastructure-as-code (IaC) environments.
• Provide guidance and implementation support for hybrid infrastructure combining private and public cloud platforms.
• Collaborate with DevOps, engineering, security, and compliance teams to ensure security and performance in all deployments.
• Lead security design reviews, risk assessments, and mitigation planning.
• Share knowledge and mentor team members, supporting their development and continuous learning.
• Stay current with emerging threats, technologies, and best practices in cloud security.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in cloud security architecture and design.
• Excellent understanding of Microsoft Azure, including core services and security features.
• Azure certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Security Engineer Associate) are mandatory.
• Strong hands-on experience in infrastructure design across private and public cloud environments.
• Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code (IaC) using ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform, or similar tools.
• Familiarity with Azure Governance, Azure Policy, RBAC, and Blueprint designs.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working with Azure Landing Zones and implementing Enterprise-scale architectures.
• Understanding of software engineering principles and modern DevOps practices.
• Experience with cloud-native security tools, SIEM solutions, and incident response workflows.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; capable of working independently or within cross-functional teams.
• A knowledge-sharing mindset with the ability to mentor and uplift team capability.