Azure Solutions Architect: Cloud DR & Security Lead (AZ-305)

JVR Software; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Network Contracting in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Azure Solutions Architect to design cloud architectures and oversee deployment of Azure environments. The role requires hands-on experience with AZ-305 and strong focus on security, DR, and business continuity.

Ideal candidates will have a relevant IT degree, Azure certifications, and proven ability to guide implementation teams from design through handover. Join a team building robust cloud infrastructure in South Africa.

Qualifications

• Azure solutions design experience required.
• AZ-305 certification required.
• Degree in IT or related field preferred.
• Additional Azure or cybersecurity certs are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Design Azure cloud architectures aligned with business, technical, security and operational requirements.
• Plan deployment of Azure cloud environments and infrastructure services.
• Design Azure Backup, restoration and disaster recovery solutions to support business continuity.
• Define monitoring, security, resilience and infrastructure-protection approaches across Azure environments.
• Provide technical guidance to implementation teams during delivery, testing and handover.

Skills

Azure architecture

Cloud deployment

Security & DR planning

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Degree in IT / CS

AZ-305 certification

Cloud certifications

Tools

Azure Monitor

Azure Backup

Azure Security Center

Job description

Network Contracting in Gauteng is seeking an experienced Azure Solutions Architect to design cloud architectures and oversee deployment of Azure environments. The role requires hands-on experience with AZ-305 and strong focus on security, DR, and business continuity.

Ideal candidates will have a relevant IT degree, Azure certifications, and proven ability to guide implementation teams from design through handover. Join a team building robust cloud infrastructure in South Africa.