Senior Cloud and Identity Specialist

A company that provides comprehensive, end-to-end logistics and freight forwarding solutions, specializing in air, ocean (FCL/LCL), and road freight, is seeking a Senior Cloud and Identity Specialist who will lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of the organizations cloud and identity infrastructure. Responsibilities: Identity & Access Management: Architect and optimize identity solutions using Entra ID (Azure AD) , Active Directory, Silverfort, and CoreView. Cloud Infrastructure: Manage Azure ecosystems including Virtual WAN, ExpressRoute, and API Management; implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for automated deployments. Security & Governance: Enforce Zero Trust models, RBAC, and PAM; manage PKI/SSL lifecycles and DNS security to ensure compliance with frameworks like ISO27001 or GDPR. Collaboration & Leadership: Provide technical mentorship to the Global Cloud team and partner with stakeholders to align IT strategy with business goals. Modern Workplace: Oversee the architecture and security of Microsoft 365 and Exchange environments. Innovation & Support: Lead high-level incident resolution and evaluate emerging technologies to maintain a competitive, secure edge. Minimum Requirements: Degree: BSC IT, BTech, or equivalent tertiary qualification. Longevity: 10 years of experience as an Infrastructure Specialist in complex IT ecosystems. Cloud Mastery: Extensive background in designing and managing Microsoft Azure solutions. Identity: Expert-level Active Directory, Entra ID, and modern auth (OAuth, SAML, MFA). Automation: Proficient in PowerShell or Python for infrastructure automation. Networking: Deep understanding of hybrid architectures, firewalls (Palo Alto), and cloud-native security controls. Data & Backup: Experience with Azure Storage, SQL databases, and Defender for Cloud/Azure Backup. Preferred Skills (Advantageous) Familiarity with Silverfort, CoreView, or AvePoint. Knowledge of SQL Database management. Understanding of POPI / GDPR / ISO27001 compliance standards. Benefits: Competitive salary based on experience (salary can potentially be more based on experience/skills) IF you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to itcareers@hireresolve.za.com