Senior Cloud Architect | CAHEAD | Johannesburg, South Africa

Job Title: Senior Cloud Architect | CAHEAD | Johannesburg, South Africa Recruiting Company: CAHEAD Job Location: Johannesburg, South Africa (On-site / Hybrid) Job Type: Permanent Application Method: Send resume to ️ Industry: Cloud Architecture / IT Infrastructure / Microsoft Azure

Position Summary This senior role is ideal for a highly experienced Cloud Architect skilled in designing and leading enterprise-scale Azure environments. As a key technology leader, you will guide cloud strategy, architecture, security, and operations to enable scalable, secure, and modern cloud solutions. Your work will directly shape the organization’s cloud transformation roadmap and infrastructure modernization initiatives.

Detailed Job Description As a Senior Cloud Architect, you will architect, deploy, and optimize advanced cloud solutions across Microsoft Azure while ensuring adherence to security, governance, and compliance frameworks. You will manage hybrid infrastructure environments, integrate on‑premises systems with cloud platforms, and drive cloud automation using PowerShell and modern tooling. This role requires strong leadership in infrastructure design, performance management, virtualization, disaster recovery, and enterprise cloud operations. You will collaborate with DevOps, security, and infrastructure teams to deliver end‑to‑end cloud strategies and ensure continued innovation and resilience across the organization’s IT landscape.

✅ Key Responsibilities

Design and architect enterprise‑grade cloud solutions in Microsoft Azure.

Define and enforce cloud security, compliance, and governance frameworks.

Manage Windows Server, virtualization, and core infrastructure systems.

Perform monitoring, reporting, optimization, and trend analysis.

Implement cloud backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans.

Automate operational tasks using PowerShell scripting.

Support and manage Azure and Microsoft 365 environments.

Deploy and manage IaaS and PaaS services across Azure.

Integrate on‑premise and third‑party systems with Azure services.

Configure and manage Azure Virtual Networks (VNETs) and connectivity.

Lead architecture reviews and infrastructure transformation projects.

Drive cloud strategy, migration waves, and modernization initiatives.

Collaborate closely with DevOps, security, and infrastructure teams.

Stay up to date with latest cloud, security, and architecture best practices.

Required Qualifications&Skills

Proven experience as a Senior Cloud Architect or similar leadership role.

Deep hands‑on expertise with Microsoft Azure and cloud‑native services.

Strong understanding of cloud security, networking, IAM, and governance.

Experience with automation frameworks, monitoring tools, and scripting (PowerShell).

Solid background in enterprise infrastructure, virtualization, and hybrid cloud.

Ability to lead technical design, architecture decisions, and cloud initiatives.

Strong communication and cross‑team collaboration skills.

✨ Nice-to-Have Skills

Azure certifications (e.g., AZ‑305, AZ‑104, AZ‑500).

Experience with DevOps tools (Terraform, GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps).

Knowledge of Kubernetes and containerized workloads.

Experience with Zero Trust models and advanced cloud security practices.

Background in cloud migration programs or enterprise transformation projects.

Recruitment Pro Tip Showcase large‑scale Azure architecture projects you’ve led—especially those involving hybrid integration, cloud security frameworks, or enterprise modernization. Highlighting measurable impacts (cost optimization, performance gains, reduced downtime) will significantly boost your chances.

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