Azure Consultant
Location: Canberra, ACT
Working Arrangement: Hybrid (Minimum 3 days in office)
Clearance Required: Active NV1 security clearance.
Company Overview: Cleared has partnered with an ASX200-listed technology services provider delivering cloud, security, modern workplace and infrastructure solutions across Australia and New Zealand. With more than 1,400 employees and recognised as an HRD Employer of Choice for 11 consecutive years, our client helps organisations modernise, secure and transform through technology.
Job Description
Join a high-performing Professional Services team delivering Microsoft cloud solutions to Defence and Government customers. This role focuses on designing and delivering Azure infrastructure solutions, supporting cloud migrations and helping customers adopt secure, scalable and well-governed cloud environments. You will work alongside experienced consultants and architects, providing technical leadership and trusted advice throughout project delivery.
Duties and Responsibilities
Design and deliver Azure infrastructure, networking and landing zone solutions
Lead cloud migration and modernisation projects across VMware, Windows and Linux environments
Implement Azure governance, security and operational best practices
Deploy and configure Azure Arc, Entra ID and Microsoft Defender for Cloud
Automate and standardise cloud environments using Infrastructure as Code
Provide technical leadership throughout project delivery
Support solution design workshops, architecture reviews and customer engagements
Contribute to presales activities including scope development, solution design and technical presentations
Work closely with Defence, Government and enterprise stakeholders to deliver successful cloud outcome.
Education/Certifications Required
Active NV1 security clearance




AZ-104 Microsoft Azure Administrator certification
Additional Azure certifications highly regarded
Knowledge/Skills Required
Strong experience designing and delivering Microsoft Azure infrastructure solutions
Proven experience delivering cloud migration and modernisation projects
Strong understanding of Azure networking, identity, governance and security services
Experience implementing Azure landing zones and operational frameworks
Experience with Infrastructure as Code and cloud automation
Strong stakeholder engagement and customer-facing consulting skills
Experience working within Defence, Government or highly regulated environments
Ability to provide trusted technical advice and leadership across project teams
Employment Benefits
Join one of Australia's leading Microsoft and technology services organisations
Opportunity to work on meaningful Defence and Government transformation programs
Exposure to complex Azure cloud projects and modernisation initiatives
Career development within a highly regarded consulting practice
Access to leading Microsoft technologies, training and certification pathways
Opportunity to help shape and grow Canberra cloud capability
Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.
Veterans
Defence and Federal Government industry experience is highly desirable. We strongly encourage veterans and individuals with Defence experience to apply. Your unique skills and background are highly valued, and we are committed to supporting your transition into this role.
About Cleared
At Cleared, we provide tailored recruitment solutions to individuals seeking their next prospect and to organisations searching for talent within Defence Industry, Intelligence and National Security.
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