Enterprise Cloud Architect - Azure (FortiGate & Networking Focus) at Job Crystal
Gauteng, Gauteng, South Africa -
Full Time


Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Nov, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

08 Aug, 25

Experience

8 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Integration, Network Security, Enterprise Networking, Architecture, It Infrastructure

Industry

Information Technology/IT

Description

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Enterprise Cloud Architect to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of Azure-based cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have extensive hands-on experience in Microsoft Azure (8+ years), strong FortiGate firewall and networking capabilities, and a track record of delivering secure, scalable, and high-performance cloud solutions across large enterprise environments.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Certifications (MANDATORY):
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
  • Cloud Experience:
  • 8+ years of hands-on Azure experience
  • 10–15 years of relevant IT infrastructure and architecture experience
  • Strong background in enterprise networking, network security, and firewall architecture
  • Deep expertise in FortiGate firewall design, deployment, and integration in cloud environments
  • Experience with Azure Virtual WAN (VWAN) highly advantageous
  • Tertiary Education:
  • Formal tertiary qualification is not compulsory, but relevant certifications and practical experience are essential
Responsibilities
  • Architect and design scalable, secure, and resilient Azure-based enterprise cloud environments
  • Define and implement Azure networking architectures, including NSGs, VNets, ExpressRoute, and VWAN
  • Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot FortiGate firewalls within Azure and hybrid environments
  • Ensure optimal performance, availability, and security of cloud infrastructure
  • Collaborate with DevOps, Security, and Application teams to define and implement cloud governance and security controls
  • Guide enterprise cloud adoption strategies, migration roadmaps, and modernization initiatives
  • Stay up to date with industry trends and Microsoft’s cloud technology roadmap
  • Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and architecture guidance to project teams
  • Conduct regular reviews of architecture frameworks, design patterns, and policies
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