Lead Architect (Azure Cloud Migration)

TL;DR

Lead Architect (Azure Cloud Migration): Own the end-to-end architecture of Azure migration engagements for Australian Federal Government clients with an accent on strategic design, hands-on delivery, and security alignment. Focus on applying Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework, leading discovery to optimisation, and engaging senior stakeholders on technical topics.

Location: Predominantly office-based in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, AU. NV1 clearance required

Company

Fastest growing ASX-listed advisory and IT solutions company in Australia with 1100+ professionals across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Hong Kong, providing Hybrid IT, Private Cloud, and Connectivity services.

What you will do

• Own target-state Azure architecture aligned with ISM, PSPF, Essential Eight, and Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework including landing zones and 8Rs rationalisation
• Lead discovery, assessment, migration planning, execution, post-migration validation, optimisation, and risk management
• Design secure Azure environments for networking, identity, hybrid connectivity, and IRAP readiness
• Act as primary technical advisor to senior client stakeholders (SES, CIO, CISO), facilitate workshops and governance
• Mentor team members, support pre-sales, RFP responses, and contribute to reusable assets and best practices

Requirements

• NV1 clearance
• Strong background in enterprise or solution architecture across vendor/integrator and government or enterprise environments
• Hands-on experience delivering end-to-end Azure migrations (discovery, assessment, execution, post-migration)
• Solid knowledge of Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework, landing zones, and 8Rs workload rationalisation
• Experience applying Australian Government security frameworks (ISM, PSPF, Essential Eight) in cloud solutions
• Confidence engaging senior stakeholders on technical and strategic topics
• Experience in multidisciplinary teams, architectural governance, and troubleshooting complex issues

Culture & Benefits

• Culture of possibility with innovation, collaboration, camaraderie, dedication, respect, and excellence
• Career growth via succession planning, internal mobility, mentorship, and professional development certifications
• Employee benefits, recognition, wellbeing platform, mental health support via Employee Assistance Program
• Support for family and caring responsibilities including paid parental leave
• Employee referral program with monetary incentives
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and veteran employment