Microsoft Azure Cloud Specialist (Architecture, Security, Governance) (Onsite – JHB) (Contract)

Recruiter:

Datafin IT Recruitment

Job Ref:

4158028299

Date posted:

Wednesday, April 1, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

ENVIRONMENT:

Our client operates a hybrid technology environment across multiple countries, requiring secure, scalable, and resilient cloud infrastructure. The Microsoft Azure Cloud Specialist role focuses on the Azure cloud layer, ensuring governance, security, and operational excellence across all systems.

DUTIES:

Design and manage Azure cloud architecture across systems and environments
Implement and maintain cloud security, compliance, and governance frameworks
Manage Azure Active Directory, access control, and identity management
Define and implement disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity (BCP) strategies
Monitor cloud environments and implement performance and cost optimisations
Support hybrid infrastructure across cloud and on-premises environments
Work closely with IT, Cybersecurity, and system owners
Ensure audit readiness and remediation of security findings

REQUIREMENTS:

5+ years’ experience in cloud infrastructure (Azure-focused)
Strong experience with Azure architecture, security, and governance
Experience managing hybrid cloud environments
Solid understanding of networking, identity, and access management
Experience with monitoring, logging, and cloud optimisation

Must Have Certifications (or strong equivalent experience):

AZ-104
AZ-305
AZ-500
AZ-400

ATTRIBUTES:

Strong ownership and accountability
Security-first mindset
Ability to operate at both strategic and hands-on levels
Strong stakeholder engagement capability

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