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

Datafin

  • R Undisclosed
  • Contract Senior position
  • Johannesburg
  • Posted 01 Apr 2026 by Datafin
  • Expires in 33 days
  • Job 2636453
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About the position

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

Desired Skills:

  • Communication
  • Microsoft Azure
  • Networking

About The Employer:

Our client is a mission-driven conservation organisation focused on the management and rehabilitation of protected areas across Africa. 

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Datafin

About the agency

Datafin Recruitment was established in 1999 and is one of South Africa’s leading Recruitment companies. Owned and managed by two sisters Lindy and Bev Sollinger, we focus on connecting with both our clients and candidates in an authentic conscious meaningful manner. We focus on the Tech, Digital/Online, Data, Finance and HR industries.

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