Senior Cloud and Identity Specialist

Hire Resolve; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A logistics services provider in Port Elizabeth seeks a Senior Cloud and Identity Specialist to design, build, and maintain its hybrid cloud and identity infrastructure. The role requires expertise in Microsoft Azure, Active Directory, and IAM solutions. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in infrastructure specialization, with a strong background in security compliance and technical guidance. Offering a competitive salary based on experience.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a dynamic infrastructure specialist.
• Deep expertise in designing and managing cloud solutions with Microsoft Azure.
• Extensive knowledge of Active Directory and identity management.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize identity solutions using Azure AD, Active Directory, and other tools.
• Manage the architecture, security, and integration of Microsoft 365 and multi-cloud services.
• Ensure cloud solutions align with security best practices and compliance frameworks.

Skills

Designing identity solutions

Managing cloud solutions

Implementing security best practices

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Technical leadership

Education

BSC IT, BTech, or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Azure

Active Directory

Microsoft 365

PowerShell

Python

Job description

Overview

A company based in Port Elizabeth who provides international freight forwarding and logistics services, including air, ocean, road, and rail freight, as well as customs brokerage, warehousing, and supply chain management, is seeking a Senior Cloud and Identity Specialist who will be responsible for the design, build, and maintenance of the organization's hybrid cloud and identity infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Identity & Access Management (IAM): Design and optimize identity solutions using Entra ID (Azure AD), Active Directory, CoreView, and Silverfort.
• Cloud & Hybrid Infrastructure: Manage the architecture, security, and integration of Microsoft 365, Exchange, and multi-cloud services.
• Security & Compliance: Ensure all cloud and identity solutions align with security best practices, Zero Trust models, and compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, ISO27001).
• Infrastructure Services: Manage PKI/SSL, Public/Private DNS, and enterprise network/firewall integration.
• Automation: Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC), PowerShell/Python scripting, and automation for deployment and management.
• Technical Leadership & Support: Provide technical guidance, mentorship, lead incident escalations, and troubleshoot complex issues.
• Strategy & Governance: Evaluate emerging technologies, maintain documentation, and manage governance frameworks.

Minimum Requirements

• BSC IT, BTech, or equivalent qualification
• 10+ years of experience as a dynamic infrastructure specialist.
• Deep expertise in designing and managing cloud solutions with Microsoft Azure.
• Extensive knowledge of Active Directory, Entra ID (Azure AD), and related identity management (IAM, RBAC, PAM).
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365 and Exchange Server architecture.
• Hands-on experience with core Azure services (VMs, Storage, Networking, Defender for Cloud, Backups).
• Experience with Zero Trust Security and modern authentication (OAuth, SAML, MFA).
• Familiarity with tools like Silverfort, CoreView, AvePoint, or Palo Alto Cloud NGFW is an advantage.
• Understanding of network security, hybrid identity architectures, and cloud-native security controls.
• Familiarity with SQL Databases or major compliance frameworks (GDPR/ISO27001/POPI) is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience (salary can potentially be more based on experience/skills)

IF you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to [e-mail]