Azure Architect — Hybrid Defence/Gov Cloud Leader

Cleared ICT; Canberra; Hybrid; AUD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleared is seeking a skilled Azure architect to join our Defence and Government-focused Professional Services team in Canberra. You will design and deliver Azure infrastructure, landing zones, and security governance, while leading cloud migration and modernisation initiatives.

You will collaborate with experienced consultants and work on complex Defence and Government cloud projects, leveraging IaC practices and governance frameworks to ensure secure, compliant outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active NV1 security clearance required.
• Azure certifications highly regarded.
• Strong experience in designing/delivering Microsoft Azure infrastructure solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver Azure infrastructure, networking and landing zone solutions.
• Lead cloud migration and modernisation projects across VMware, Windows and Linux.
• Implement Azure governance, security and operational practices.

Skills

Azure architecture

Cloud migration

Infrastructure as Code

Stakeholder engagement

Defense/government domain

Tools

Azure Arc

Entra ID

Defender for Cloud

Azure networking

Job description

Cleared is seeking a skilled Azure architect to join our Defence and Government-focused Professional Services team in Canberra. You will design and deliver Azure infrastructure, landing zones, and security governance, while leading cloud migration and modernisation initiatives.

You will collaborate with experienced consultants and work on complex Defence and Government cloud projects, leveraging IaC practices and governance frameworks to ensure secure, compliant outcomes.