Azure Solutions Architect or Cloud Architect
Listed on 2026-09-12
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IT/Tech
Cloud Computing: Infrastructure & Operations, Azure, Systems Engineer
At Network Contracting Solutions, we partner with leading enterprise organisations across Gauteng, connecting top-tier Cloud and Infrastructure Architects with strategic projects. We are currently engaging with experienced Azure Solutions Architects for upcoming opportunities within large, complex environments.
These roles offer exposure to enterprise-scale cloud transformations, hybrid infrastructure design, and business-critical architecture initiatives. You will work closely with both technical and executive stakeholders, shaping cloud strategy, driving cost optimisation, and delivering secure, scalable solutions aligned to business goals. If you enjoy working at the intersection of strategy, architecture, and delivery—this is your opportunity to make real impact.
Key Responsibilities:- - Design and implement Azure cloud architecture including IaaS, PaaS, and hybrid solutions
- - Develop and govern Azure landing zones, security models, and cost optimisation strategies (Fin Ops)
- - Lead cloud migration initiatives, including assessments, planning, and execution
- - Define monitoring, disaster recovery, and resilience strategies for enterprise environments
- - Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions
- - Provide architecture oversight across cloud and on-prem infrastructure
Education:
- - Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- - Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., Microsoft Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Administrator)
- - 4 - 8 years in IT infrastructure, cloud, or architecture roles
- - Strong hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure (IaaS, governance, migration)
- - Experience in hybrid cloud and enterprise infrastructure environments
- - Exposure to AWS is advantageous
- - Experience in cost modelling, optimisation, or Fin Ops is beneficial
- - Strong stakeholder engagement and solution design experience
- - Azure Architecture (Landing Zones, Governance, Security)
- - Cloud Migration & Strategy
- - Infrastructure (Active Directory, Virtualisation, Networking)
- - Monitoring (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics)
- - Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity
- - Strong communication and presentation skills
Immediately available, based in Durban
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