Senior Azure Cloud Architect (MSP)

Job Description

Job Description

Salary : Role Overview

We are seeking a Senior Azure Architect to join our Toronto-based Managed Service Provider team. In this role, you will lead the design, implementation, and management of Azure cloud environments for our clients, while also supporting core IT infrastructure. Youllleverageyour deepexpertisein Microsoft Azure to enhance our cloud offerings and ensure robust, scalable solutions. This is a client-facing position in a hybrid work setting (approximately 3 days per week on-site in Markham, ON), sostrong communicationand interpersonal skills are as important as technical prowess. The ideal candidate has a proventrack recordin Azure administration and can seamlessly switch betweencutting-edgecloud projects and traditional MSP support duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Azure Infrastructure Management : Deploy, configure, and manage Azure IaaS resources including virtual machines (VMs), virtual networks (VNets), subnets, and network security groups to meet business and client needs. Ensure high availability andoptimalperformance of cloud resources, implementing load balancing and scalability as needed.
• Advanced Azure PaaS & Services : Design andmaintainsolutions using advanced Azure PaaS services such as Azure Functions, App Services, Azure Monitor, Storage Accounts / Data Lake, Azure SQL Database, Managed Identities, and Application Gateways. This includesmonitoringthese services for performance andreliability, andleveraging Azure Monitor and Log Analytics to proactivelyidentifyand resolve issues.
• DevOps & Automation : Develop and manage CI / CD pipelines using Azure DevOps. Implement Infrastructure-as-Code automation (using ARM templates, Bicep, or Terraform) to provision and configure Azure resources in a repeatable manner. Use scripting (PowerShell, Azure CLI) to automate routine tasks and deployments, improving efficiency and consistency across environments.
• Cloud Migrations : Plan and execute on-premises-to-Azure migrations for client systems. Assess existing on-prem infrastructure, design target Azure architectures, andutilizeAzure Migrate and related tools to move VMs, databases, and applications with minimal downtime. Ensure successful cutover and post-migration validation for each project.
• Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) : Deploy and manage Azure Virtual Desktop environments to provide secure remote desktop solutions for users. Configure host pools, session hosts,FSLogixuser profiles, and virtual network integration for AVD, and troubleshoot connectivity or performance issues in the virtual desktop infrastructure.
• Security & Identity Management : Oversee cloud security and identity for client Azure environments. Administer Entra IDto manage users, groups, and application access. Implement Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) and ensure proper use of managed identities for Azure resources to adhere to the principle of least privilege. Monitor security logs and apply Azure Security Center recommendations tomaintaina strong security posture.
• Microsoft 365 Integration : Support and integrate Microsoft 365 services with Azure. This includes familiarity with Exchange Online, SharePoint Online, Teams, and Intune device management in relation to Entra ID for identity and access management. Help configure hybrid connectivity (e.g., Azure AD Connect) and troubleshoot issues that span on-prem AD, Entra ID, and Microsoft 365.
• Client Support : Serve as a senior technical advisor in a client-facing capacity, addressing client inquiries and providing guidance on cloud best practices. Communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. When needed, step in toassistwith traditional MSP tasks such as Windows server administration, basic network troubleshooting, or data backups to ensure comprehensive support for our clients IT environments.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Work Environment & Location

Join Our Team : If you are a seasoned Azure Architect with a passion for Azure cloud technology and a knack for solving diverse IT challenges,wedlove to hear from you. This is an opportunity to take alead role in advancing our Azure practiceand make a significant impactfora variety of businesses. Apply today to become a key player in our innovative, growth-oriented MSP team!