Position Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Enterprise Cloud Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of Azure-based cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in Microsoft Azure (8+ years), strong FortiGate firewall and networking capabilities, and a track record of delivering secure, scalable, and high-performance cloud solutions across large enterprise environments.
Minimum Requirements
- Certifications (MANDATORY):
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
- Cloud Experience:
- 8+ years of hands-on Azure experience
- 10–15 years of relevant IT infrastructure and architecture experience
- Strong background in enterprise networking, network security, and firewall architecture
- Deep expertise in FortiGate firewall design, deployment, and integration in cloud environments
- Experience with Azure Virtual WAN (VWAN) highly advantageous
- Tertiary Education:
- Formal tertiary qualification is not compulsory, but relevant certifications and practical experience are essential
Key Responsibilities
- Architect and design scalable, secure, and resilient Azure-based enterprise cloud environments
- Define and implement Azure networking architectures, including NSGs, VNets, ExpressRoute, and VWAN
- Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot FortiGate firewalls within Azure and hybrid environments
- Ensure optimal performance, availability, and security of cloud infrastructure
- Collaborate with DevOps, Security, and Application teams to define and implement cloud governance and security controls
- Guide enterprise cloud adoption strategies, migration roadmaps, and modernization initiatives
- Stay up to date with industry trends and Microsoft’s cloud technology roadmap
- Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and architecture guidance to project teams
- Conduct regular reviews of architecture frameworks, design patterns, and policies
Technical Competencies
- Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g., Terraform, Bicep, ARM Templates)
- In-depth knowledge of Azure Monitor, Azure Security Center, Azure Policy, Defender for Cloud
- Expert-level understanding of Azure Identity & Access Management (IAM), RBAC, Azure AD
- Proficient in designing secure hybrid networking solutions with Fortinet appliances
- Advanced troubleshooting and performance tuning across cloud networking layers
Preferred (Nice to Have)
- Exposure to multi-cloud or hybrid cloud architectures (e.g., AWS, GCP)
- Experience with Zero Trust Architecture principles
- Familiarity with SD-WAN, VPN Gateways, Private Link, and Hub-Spoke topology in Azure
- Knowledge of scripting (PowerShell, Python)
Why Join Us?
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud transformation projects
- Flexible work environment and continuous learning culture
- Influence enterprise strategy and drive real business impact
- Be part of a forward-thinking, high-performance architecture team
Job Type: Full-time
Work Location: In person