Azure Sr Consultant

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Our practice addresses the continuum of opportunities in business intelligence & visualization, data management, performance management and next-generation analytics and technologies, including big data, cloud, cognitive and machine learning. Your work profile: Azure Cloud SME to provide subject matter expertise in designing, implementing, and managing enterprise-grade cloud solutions on Microsoft Azure. The role requires a strong mix of technical expertise, solution architecture, operational excellence, and leadership skills to enable cloud adoption, optimize costs, and ensure security and compliance.Desired Qualifications Cloud Strategy & ArchitectureDesign and implement scalable, secure, and resilient cloud solutions on Azure.Define cloud adoption strategy, landing zones, governance models, and migration approaches.Serve as a trusted advisor for cloud-native and hybrid architectures.Evaluate emerging Azure services and recommend adoption where beneficial.Implementation & DeliveryLead Azure infrastructure deployments, including IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS solutions.Implement and manage Azure Virtual Networks, VNets Peering, ExpressRoute, Firewalls, and Load Balancers.Oversee application modernization and migration (on-premises to Azure).Guide automation initiatives using Azure DevOps, ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform.Operations & SupportProvide L3 support and act as escalation point for Azure-related incidents.Establish monitoring, logging, and alerting through Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.Ensure compliance, security, and performance optimization of cloud environments.Drive cost optimization and resource utilization efficiency.Stakeholder ManagementWork closely with business, IT, and security teams to align Azure solutions with business needs.Collaborate with Microsoft and third-party vendors for roadmap alignment and issue resolution.Conduct training, knowledge transfer, and capability building within internal teams. Location and way of working:Base location: Bangalore, Mumbai, Pune, Hyderabad, Coimbatore & ChennaiThis profile involves occasional travelling to client locations.Hybrid is our default way of working. Each domain has customized the hybrid approach to their unique needs. Your role : Required Skills & ExperienceTechnical Expertise8–12+ years of IT experience, with 5+ years in Azure cloud solutions.Strong hands-on experience with Azure IaaS (VMs, Storage, Networking) and PaaS (App Services, AKS, Functions, Logic Apps, Service Bus, Event Grid).Expertise in Identity & Access Management (Azure AD, RBAC, Conditional Access, MFA).Experience with Hybrid Cloud (Azure Arc, VPN Gateway, ExpressRoute).Knowledge of Backup, DR, and High Availability designs.Familiarity with Windows/Linux administration in Azure context.Automation & DevOpsProficiency in Terraform, ARM, Bicep, and Azure DevOps pipelines.Experience with GitHub Actions or Jenkins for CI/CD.Scripting knowledge in PowerShell, Bash, or Python.Security & ComplianceStrong knowledge of Azure Security Center, Defender for Cloud, Key Vault, and compliance frameworks (ISO, SOC, PCI, GDPR).Hands-on with Azure Policy, Blueprints, and Governance best practices.Leadership & CommunicationAbility to lead technical teams and mentor junior engineers.Strong communication and presentation skills for stakeholders and clients. 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