Azure Cloud Architect

We are seeking a highly skilled Azure Cloud Architect with extensive experience in designing and implementing Azure Landing Zones, Microsoft Entra ID, cloud governance, security, and enterprise-scale cloud transformation initiatives. The role involves defining cloud architecture standards, establishing secure and scalable Azure foundations, and driving modernization initiatives aligned with Microsoft's Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well-Architected Framework.

Location: Anywhere In India

Experience & Qualifications

• 12+ years of overall IT experience with 7+ years in Azure Cloud Architecture.
• Proven experience designing and deploying Azure Landing Zones at enterprise scale.
• Strong expertise in Microsoft Entra ID and identity modernization initiatives.
• Experience with cloud migrations, platform modernization, and governance implementation.
• Strong stakeholder management and technical leadership skills.

Preferred Certifications

• Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
• Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
• Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300)
• Azure Security Engineer (AZ-500)
• TOGAF (Preferred)

Success Measures

• Successful deployment of enterprise Azure Landing Zones.
• Secure and compliant Microsoft Entra implementation.
• Reduced cloud operational risks through governance and automation.
• Standardized Azure architecture across business units.

Improved identity security posture aligned to Zero Trust principles