Enterprise & Cloud Solutions Architect

**Key Responsibilities**

**1. Strategic & Architectural Leadership**
- Define and execute a holistic IT strategy that aligns on-premises and cloud infrastructure with organizational goals.
- Act as the primary technical authority on solution design, covering Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS, and hybrid cloud integration.
- Design and manage core on-premises services, including **Active Directory, ADFS, DNS, and DHCP**.
- Architect and oversee virtualization platforms using **Hyper-V and VMware (ESXi, vCenter)**, including solutions for **Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI)**.
- Lead enterprise-wide migrations, modernization projects, and consolidations of both cloud and on-prem systems.

**2. Security & Compliance**
- Implement and manage a comprehensive security framework across both cloud and on-premises environments.
- Architect and deploy security baselines, conditional access, identity protection, MFA, DLP, and insider risk solutions.
- Ensure the security of Windows Server environments and Active Directory infrastructure.
- Lead cybersecurity initiatives to ensure compliance with standards like GDPR, HIPAA, and ISO 27001.

**3. Technical Operations & Project Leadership**
- Architect robust backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity plans for all critical systems (cloud and on-prem).
- Oversee the lifecycle of IT projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.
- Mentor and guide IT team members, fostering a culture of technical excellence across both Wintel and cloud disciplines.
- Manage vendor relationships and oversee enterprise data governance frameworks.

**Key Technical Skills & Expertise**
- **Cloud Platforms**: Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, SharePoint, Intune), Azure AD, Azure IaaS/PaaS. Familiarity with AWS and Google Cloud.
- **Wintel & Server Administration**: Deep expertise in **Windows Server (2012 to 2025)**.
- Strong skills in **Wintel administration**, server hardening, and performance optimization.
- **On-Premises Infrastructure**: Design, implementation, and management of **Active Directory, ADFS, DNS, and DHCP services**.
- **Virtualization**: Hands-on experience with **Hyper-V** and **VMware (ESXi, vCenter)**.
- **Modern Infrastructure**: Knowledge of **Hyperconverged Infrastructure (HCI)** solutions.
- **Security & Identity**: Zero Trust Security models, Microsoft Defender (Office 365 & Endpoint), Azure Sentinel, and Identity & Access Management.
- **Scripting & Automation**: PowerShell, Power Automate, and API integrations.

**Qualifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 12-16 years of progressive IT experience, with a strong focus on both enterprise **on-premises infrastructure** and **modern cloud architecture**.
- **Relevant Certifications (preferred)**:

- **Cloud**: Microsoft Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, M365 Security Administrator.
- **On-Premises**:Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate** or legacy certifications (MCSE: Core Infrastructure, MCSA: Windows Server).
- **Other**: ITIL, CISSP, CISM, VMware VCP (added advantage).

Pay: Up to ₹3,000,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Health insurance
- Provident Fund
- Work from home

Application Question(s):

- Are you able to fully commit to working hours aligned with the Australian time zone (approximately 4:30 AM - 1:30 PM IST)?
- Do you have a minimum of 12 years of professional IT experience, with a significant focus on enterprise architecture?
- Do you have demonstrated experience in both traditional on-premises (e.g., Windows Server, VMware) and modern cloud (e.g., Azure, M365) infrastructure architecture and management?
- Do you have hands-on experience designing, implementing, and managing Windows Server operating systems (2012+) and Active Directory in an enterprise environment?
- Do you have prior experience providing technical leadership, mentoring teams, or leading major IT projects/initiatives?

**Experience**:

- Professional IT : 10 years (preferred)

Work Location: Remote