Azure Technical Specialist

2 weeks ago


Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa Gijima Holdings Full time
EXPERIENCE:
  • 5+ years of hands-on experience with Azure cloud services.
  • Expertise in deploying and managing Azure Landing Zones and cloud-native architectures.
  • Strong experience in Azure migration and modernization , including workload assessments and migrations using Azure Migrate, ASR, or other migration tools .
  • Solid understanding of Azure security best practices , including Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, and Zero Trust .
  • Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates .
  • Hands-on experience with Azure Networking (VNets, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, Firewalls, NSGs, Private Link, and Peering) .
  • Strong automation skills with PowerShell, Azure CLI, and scripting for cloud operations .
  • Familiarity with Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipeline management and automation.
  • Knowledge of governance frameworks , cost management, and compliance tools in Azure.
  • Exposure to Azure AI services such as OpenAI, Cognitive Services, and Machine Learning is beneficial.

FORMAL EDUCATION:
  • Matric (NQF 3) compulsory
  • Tertiary IT Qualification (NQF5 or higher, i.e. Diploma, Degree)

TECHNICAL CERTIFICATION
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure AI Engineer Associate (AI-102) (Nice to have)
  • Terraform Associate (HashiCorp Certified)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Azure Infrastructure Deployment & Modernization
  • Deploy and configure Azure Landing Zones in line with best practices and governance frameworks.
  • Plan, execute, and manage Azure migration projects , including lift-and-shift, re-platforming, and modernization strategies.
  • Implement hybrid cloud architectures , integrating on-premises environments with Azure.
Azure Security & Compliance
  • Ensure best practices in identity and access management (IAM) , role-based access control (RBAC), and conditional access policies.
  • Implement and manage Azure Security Center, Defender for Cloud, and Sentinel to monitor threats and compliance.
  • Work on Zero Trust architecture principles and implement security measures for cloud workloads.
  • Maintain compliance with Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and industry standards (ISO, NIST, CIS Benchmarks).
Automation & Optimization
  • Develop and deploy Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates .
  • Automate cloud infrastructure deployment and configuration using PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Azure DevOps pipelines .
  • Optimize cloud performance and cost efficiency through proper resource allocation and monitoring.
Azure AI & Data Integration (Preferred)
  • Work with Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services, and Machine Learning to integrate AI capabilities into cloud solutions.
  • Assist in Azure Data Services (Synapse, Data Factory, Databricks, or Cosmos DB) deployments if applicable.

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES:
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, enterprise environment.
  • Excellent communication skills for collaboration with stakeholders.
  • Ability to document cloud architectures and deployment processes.
  • A passion for continuous learning and staying up to date with Azure innovations.


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