Cloud And Identity Engineer (Lead)

Data#3; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Data#3 is seeking a Senior Cloud & Identity Lead in Melbourne to shape enterprise technology strategy and strengthen security across Microsoft platforms.

You will architect and manage Azure and M365 environments, lead identity initiatives, oversee on‑prem AD/Exchange, and drive cloud migrations. The role requires hands-on automation via PowerShell, IaC with Terraform/Bicep, and a focus on governance and robust access controls.

Qualifications

• Senior Cloud & Identity Lead with enterprise-scale experience
• Strong ability to shape technology strategy and drive transformation
• Proven expertise across Microsoft platforms including Azure, M365, Entra ID and Defender

Responsibilities

• Architect and manage Microsoft Azure and M365 environments.
• Lead identity and access management initiatives: Entra ID, Identity Governance, Conditional Access, MFA, PIM/PAM, RBAC, Azure AD Connect.
• Oversee on-prem Active Directory, Exchange, and hybrid integrations.
• Support cloud migration and IaaS transition projects.
• Implement automation with PowerShell, Azure CLI, and IaC tools (Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates).
• Maintain security posture using Defender, Sentinel, Purview, and Log Analytics.

Skills

Azure

M365

Identity & Access Management

Security Strategy

Cloud Transformation

Tools

PowerShell

Azure CLI

Terraform

Bicep

ARM templates

Entra ID

Identity Governance

Conditional Access

PIM/PAM

RBAC

Exchange Online

VMware

Windows Server

Active Directory

Job description

Are you a seasoned Cloud & Identity specialist ready to make an impact?

We’re looking for a Senior Cloud & Identity Lead to shape enterprise technology strategy, strengthen security, and drive transformation across Microsoft platforms.

The business has a 3 day a week office policy - based in North East Suburbs of VIC.

What You’ll Do

• Architect & manage Microsoft Azure and M365 environments
• Lead identity & access management initiatives: Entra ID, Identity Governance, Conditional Access, MFA, PIM/PAM, RBAC, Azure AD Connect
• Oversee on-prem Active Directory, Exchange, and hybrid integrations
• Support cloud migration and IaaS transition projects
• Implement automation with PowerShell, Azure CLI, and IaC tools (Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates)
• Maintain security posture using Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, Purview, and Log Analytics
• Entra ID (Azure AD) - Entra Specialist experience highly regarded
• Identity Governance & Conditional Access
• MFA, SSO, PIM/PAM, RBAC
• Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, Intune, Endpoint Manager)
• Windows Server, VMware/Hyper-V

Seniority Level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment Type

• Contract

Job Function

• Computer and Network Security
• IT Services
• IT Consulting