Job Summary
A company based in Port Elizabeth who provides international freight forwarding and logistics services, including air, ocean, road, and rail freight, as well as customs brokerage, warehousing, and supply chain management, is seeking a Senior Cloud and Identity Specialist who will be responsible for the design, build, and maintenance of the organization's hybrid cloud and identity infrastructure.Responsibilities:
Identity & Access Management (IAM): Design and optimize identity solutions using Entra ID (Azure AD), Active Directory, CoreView, and Silverfort.
Cloud & Hybrid Infrastructure: Manage the architecture, security, and integration of Microsoft 365, Exchange, and multi-cloud services.
Security & Compliance: Ensure all cloud and identity solutions align with security best practices, Zero Trust models, and compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, ISO27001).
Infrastructure Services: Manage PKI/SSL, Public/Private DNS, and enterprise network/firewall integration.
Automation: Utilize Infrastructure as Code (IaC), PowerShell/Python scripting, and automation for deployment and management.
Technical Leadership & Support: Provide technical guidance, mentorship, lead incident escalations, and troubleshoot complex issues.
Strategy & Governance: Evaluate emerging technologies, maintain documentation, and manage governance frameworks.
Minimum Requirements:
- BSC IT, BTech, or equivalent qualification
10+ years of experience as a dynamic infrastructure specialist.
Deep expertise in designing and managing cloud solutions with Microsoft Azure.
Extensive knowledge of Active Directory, Entra ID (Azure AD), and related identity management (IAM, RBAC, PAM).
Strong proficiency in Microsoft 365 and Exchange Server architecture.
Hands-on experience with core Azure services (VMs, Storage, Networking, Defender for Cloud, Backups).
Experience with Zero Trust Security and modern authentication (OAuth, SAML, MFA).
Familiarity with tools like Silverfort, CoreView, AvePoint, or Palo Alto Cloud NGFW is an advantage.
Understanding of network security, hybrid identity architectures, and cloud-native security controls.
Familiarity with SQL Databases or major compliance frameworks (GDPR/ISO27001/POPI) is a plus.
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
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