Azure Architect

**Job Objective**

The **Microsoft** **Cloud** **Architect** is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing **both** **cloud** **and** **on-premises** **infrastructure** to ensure seamless operations, security, and scalability. The role focuses on delivering **innovative** **solutions** using **Microsoft** **Azure** while maintaining and optimizing **on-premises** **environments**, ensuring compliance with security, performance, and business continuity requirements. Additionally, the architect will drive **digital** **transformation** by integrating cloud and local systems, automating processes, and enhancing overall IT infrastructure efficiency to support the organization's strategic objectives.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**1.Cloud Infrastructure Design, Implementation, and Management**∙Design **advanced cloud solutions** using **Microsoft Azure** that meet business needs and enhance operational efficiency. ∙Manage and deploy **Azure services**, including**:Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS), Azure Active Directory, Azure DevOps, Azure Security Center, Azure Sentinel, Exchange 365.**∙Develop **Cloud Migration Strategies** to ensure a seamless transition from traditional infrastructure to Azure. ∙Manage and optimize **Hybrid Cloud Environments**, integrating on-premises infrastructure with **Azure Hybrid Services**, such as **Azure Arc, Azure Stack**, Exchange Hybrid.

**2.Security & Compliance**∙Implement and manage **Cloud Governance Solutions** using **Azure Policy, Management Groups, RBAC** to ensure compliance with corporate policies. ∙Enforce security standards to protect cloud systems and data from cyber threats through solutions like**:Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Sentinel, Zero Trust Architecture**.

**3.Backup & Disaster Recovery**∙Design, implement and manage **Backup & Disaster Recovery Strategies** using **Azure Backup, Azure Site Recovery** and third-party backup solutions to ensure business continuity. ∙Develop **Incident Response and Disaster Recovery Plans** to safeguard data and ensure the availability of critical services.

**4.Automation & Optimization**∙Develop **Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Solutions** using **Terraform, ARM Templates, Bicep** to enable automated and consistent deployments. ∙Automate cloud operations using **Azure Functions, Logic Apps, Power Automate** to enhance operational efficiency. ∙Optimize system performance and analyze cloud operations data using **Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights**.

**5.Cloud Networking Management**∙Manage and optimize cloud networking infrastructure, including**:Azure Virtual Network, ExpressRoute, Load Balancers, VPN Gateway** to ensure stable and secure connectivity between cloud and on-premises environments.

**8.Monitoring and Cost Optimization**∙**Track and analyze Azure consumption** to ensure efficient resource utilization. ∙**Monitor cloud spending** and optimize resource allocation to match actual business needs. ∙**Identify cost-saving opportunities** by rightsizing virtual machines, leveraging reserved instances, and utilizing cost management tools. ∙**Implement best practices for cost governance** to reduce unnecessary expenditures and enhance budget efficiency.

**9.On-Premises Infrastructure Management**∙Operate and maintain on-premises infrastructure, including: Windows Server, Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, File & Print Services oVMware vSphere, Microsoft Hyper-V ZTNA, Firewalls, Endpoint Security Solutions

**Educational Background**:∙**Bachelor’s degree** in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field. ∙Preferred certifications:
**Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate**

**Technical Skills**:∙Hands-on experience in **cloud infrastructure design and management** using **Microsoft Azure**. ∙Proficiency in **Azure infrastructure, networking, and cloud computing**. ∙Expertise in **Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools** such as **Terraform, ARM Templates, Bicep**. ∙Strong knowledge of **cloud security, identity management, and data protection** in Azure. ∙Experience in **DevOps, CI/CD, and process automation** using **Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions**. ∙Solid understanding of **cloud databases** like **Azure SQL, Cosmos DB**. ∙Ability to **troubleshoot and optimize** cloud services and performance. **Soft Skills**:∙**Problem-solving mindset** with innovative solutions. ∙**Strong communication skills** to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. ∙**Team player** with the ability to collaborate across different IT teams. ∙**Time management and adaptability** to work under pressure in dynamic environments.

**Job Type**: Contract
Contract length: 12 months