Azure Cloud Systems Engineer

United States Digital Space LLC; City of Parramatta Council; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration + bonus + medical insurance

Fitness passport discount

Modernised paid parental leave

Job summary

United States Digital Space LLC is seeking an experienced Azure Cloud Systems Engineer to design, deliver, and support Azure cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of hands-on experience with Azure and a solid understanding of cloud services.

You will be responsible for new project deployments, migrations from on-premises environments, and ongoing operational support. This role involves collaborating with various delivery teams and stakeholders while also requiring independent work and initiative.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and implementing Azure cloud solutions.
• Ability to deliver new cloud deployments including network and identity services.
• Experience in supporting and troubleshooting Azure workloads.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Azure cloud solutions aligned to project requirements.
• Deliver new cloud deployments including network, identity, and storage.
• Plan and execute migrations from on-premises to Azure.

Skills

5+ years of hands-on experience in Azure cloud computing

Strong troubleshooting capability across networking, identity, compute, and platform services

Proficiency in server operating systems (Windows Server or Linux)

Strong problem-solving skills

Solid knowledge of common Azure services

Tools

Terraform

Azure DevOps

Microsoft Entra ID

Job description

We’re looking for an experienced Azure Cloud Systems Engineer to design, deliver, and support cloud environments. You’ll contribute across the full lifecycle: new project deployments, on‑premises to cloud migrations, and ongoing operational support. You’ll work closely with delivery teams and stakeholders, while also being comfortable owning work independently and driving outcomes with minimal guidance.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration + bonus + medical insurance
• Fitness passport discount – access to a network of gyms across AUS
• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (travel, car hire, tech, medical insurance)
• Modernised paid parental leave
• Veterans leave
• Novated lease options
• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
• Personal & professional training development opportunities

Key Activities and Responsibilities

• Design and implement Azure cloud solutions aligned to project requirements, security, and operational standards.
• Deliver new cloud deployments (greenfield) including network, identity, compute, storage, and platform services.
• Plan and execute migrations from on‑premises environments to Azure (rehost/refactor/replatform where appropriate).
• Support new and existing application workloads deployed in Azure: monitoring, alerting, incident response, and problem management.
• Build and maintain reliable, scalable, and cost‑aware cloud environments.
• Implement and support Microsoft Entra ID capabilities including identity lifecycle, RBAC, Conditional Access, MFA, and privileged access patterns.
• Configure and maintain Microsoft Defender for Cloud including security posture management, policy recommendations, regulatory/compliance reporting, and workload protections where applicable.
• Develop infrastructure as code (IaC) and reusable templates/patterns (e.g., Terraform, Bicep/ARM).
• Implement automated deployment pipelines and release processes (e.g., Gitlab, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions).
• Implement and maintain backup, DR, patching, and configuration management practices.
• Troubleshoot performance, connectivity, and service issues across cloud components.
• Produce clear documentation and handover materials for operational teams.

Key Knowledge and Experience

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience in Azure cloud computing
• Solid knowledge across common Azure services (e.g., VNets, NSGs, Azure Firewall, VMs, Storage, Key Vault, Monitor/Log Analytics).
• Azure Landing Zones / CAF patterns, governance (Policy), and management groups/subscriptions design
• Hands‑on experience with Microsoft Entra ID, DNS, DHCP, including secure access controls and identity governance practices.
• Strong troubleshooting capability across networking, identity, compute, and platform services.
• Proficiency in server operating systems (Windows Server or Linux)
• Strong interpersonal skills coupled with a demonstrated customer service commitment and the ability to prioritise competing demand
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Collaborate effectively with other IT personnel to optimise system performance, facilitate changes to our IT landscape, and implement new technologies that align with organisational goals and enhance resident capabilities.
• High attention to detail
• Commitment to OH&S and EEO principles

Good to Know

Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre‑employment police and (role dependent) medical checks. A Defence security clearance is required for this role; applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.

Additional information with regards to clearances is available from the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/. In some cases, individuals who hold a current clearance from a foreign government may be eligible to have this clearance recognised by the Australian Government and be eligible for this role.

The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. The U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.