Microsoft Azure Architect

“I am hugely excited about my future and the future of CyberOne. I have enjoyed my time here immensely and have learnt a huge amount in a short space of time, year-for-year Ive learnt more here than I have at Microsoft and PwC.” - CyberOne Consultant

About CyberOne

CyberOne is a pure-play Microsoft security partner dedicated to helping enterprises realise the full value of the Microsoft Security portfolio—across Defender XDR, Sentinel, Entra, Purview, Intune, Copilot for Security and more. We combine deep technical expertise with outcome-driven services that accelerate secure cloud adoption, modernise threat protection and simplify compliance.

Job Title: Microsoft Azure Architect

Location: Remote

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role:

We are looking for a highly skilled Microsoft Azure Architect to join our team. This role is pivotal in designing, implementing, and optimizing Azure cloud solutions that drive business transformation for our customers. The ideal candidate will possess extensive hands-on experience with Azure services, cloud security, networking, and automation, ensuring scalable and resilient cloud architectures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Cloud Architecture & Design: Lead the design and implementation of Azure-based architectures, ensuring they meet security, scalability, and performance requirements.
• Azure Migration & Modernization: Drive cloud migration projects, transforming legacy applications and infrastructure to Azure-native solutions.
• Designing Azure Landing Zones: To enable modular cloud deployments into complex environments.
• Security & Compliance: Implement Azure security best practices, ensuring compliance with frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, and CIS Benchmarks.
• Hybrid Cloud Solutions: Design and manage hybrid environments leveraging Azure Arc, ExpressRoute, and hybrid identity solutions.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Automate deployments using Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates, or PowerShell.
• Networking & Connectivity: Architect and optimize Azure Virtual Networks (VNet), VPN, ExpressRoute, and Private Link.
• Azure DevOps & Automation: Implement CI/CD pipelines, GitHub Actions, and Azure DevOps to streamline cloud deployments.
• Performance Optimization & Cost Management: Continuously monitor and optimize cloud environments for cost-efficiency and performance.
• Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Provide guidance to engineering teams and collaborate with stakeholders to drive cloud adoption.
• Client Engagement & Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor, working directly with clients to understand their business objectives and develop cloud strategies.
  
  

• Expertise in designing and implementing Microsoft Azure IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS solutions.
• Experience with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and containerization.
• Significant experience with the entire Microsoft Defender for Cloud product suite and experience with Azure Arc.
• Expertise in Azure Landing Zones.
• Deep knowledge of Azure networking, firewalls, DDoS protection, ExpressRoute, and general traffic management.
• Hands-on experience with monitoring tools like Azure Monitor and Log Analytics.
• Proficiency in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates, Python, or Bash.
• Strong experience with multi-cloud and hybrid cloud environments.
• Strong knowledge of backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning (BCP) in cloud environments.
  
  

• Experience with Azure Synapse Analytics, Data Lake, and AI/ML workloads.
  
  

• AZ-305 – Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• AZ-500 – Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
• AZ-104 – Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
• AZ-700 – Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate
• AZ-400 – Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer Expert
• SC-100 – Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect
  
  

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term cloud strategies aligned with business goals.
• Problem-Solving Mindset: A proactive approach to identifying and addressing cloud-related challenges.
• Excellent Communication Skills: Ability to articulate complex cloud concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Leadership & Collaboration: Experience in leading technical teams and working cross-functionally with stakeholders.
• Continuous Learning: Passion for staying updated on emerging cloud technologies and best practices.
  
  

• Work with cutting-edge Azure technologies and drive cloud transformation projects.
• Be part of a dynamic team that values innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.
• Competitive compensation, career growth opportunities, and access to continuous learning and certifications.
• Opportunity to work on impactful cloud initiatives across various industries.
  
  

• Elite positioning: Microsoft Security Partner, CREST & NCSC-certified
• Access to cutting-edge MXDR platform & proprietary SecOps tools
• No glass ceilings: rapid growth, fast-track leadership opportunities
• Culture-first: bold values, open feedback, and relentless innovation
  
  

• Flexible working hours & remote-first culture
• Birthday off, long-service awards
• Bi-annual performance awards and team off-sites
• Structured training, technical exposure, and career pathing