Cloud Architect

Senior Azure Cloud Architect Location: Remote Work mode- Hybrid (Maximum 2 days per month onsite) Contract Type: 12 Months (4 Day week) Start Date: January 2027 PFH Technology is seeking an experienced Senior Azure Cloud Architect to provide strategic and technical leadership for the design, governance, security, modernisation and operation of Microsoft Azure cloud and hybrid environments. The successful candidate will support cloud strategy, architecture governance, Azure modernisation, security and operational excellence initiatives. The Role You will be responsible for shaping and governing enterprise cloud architecture, providing technical leadership across cloud transformation initiatives, and ensuring cloud platforms align with business, security and operational requirements. Key responsibilities include: - Defining enterprise Azure architecture and cloud strategy - Designing and governing Azure Landing Zones and cloud platforms - Developing cloud adoption roadmaps and reference architectures - Leading architecture reviews and technical governance activities - Driving cloud security, identity and access management strategies - Supporting hybrid cloud and on-premises integration initiatives - Providing architectural guidance on AI and Generative AI solutions - Leading cloud migration and modernisation programmes - Promoting Infrastructure as Code and DevSecOps best practices - Engaging with senior stakeholders and technology teams Required Experience We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate: - 10+ years' experience in cloud and enterprise architecture - Extensive Azure architecture and governance experience - Enterprise-scale Azure Landing Zone design and implementation - Strong knowledge of Azure governance frameworks and best practices - Experience designing secure cloud platforms and operating models - Cloud migration and transformation programme leadership - Hybrid cloud architecture and connectivity expertise - Architecture governance, standards and review board participation - Technical leadership within large-scale enterprise environments - Experience working within regulated or compliance-driven industries Technical Skills Strong experience across several of the following: - Microsoft Azure - Azure Landing Zones - Azure Policy - Azure Management Groups - Microsoft Entra ID - Conditional Access - Microsoft Defender - Microsoft Sentinel - Azure Arc - ExpressRoute - Infrastructure as Code (Terraform and/or Bicep) - Azure DevOps - CI/CD - DevSecOps - Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) - Azure Well-Architected Framework (WAF) Desirable - Azure OpenAI or Generative AI architecture experience - AI governance and Responsible AI experience - Financial Services, Government, Utilities, Healthcare or other regulated-sector experience - Enterprise Architecture frameworks (TOGAF or similar) - Cybersecurity architecture experience Certifications One or more of the following would be highly desirable: - Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert - Microsoft Cybersecurity Architect Expert (SC-100) - Azure AI Engineer Associate - CISSP - TOGAF - Terraform Associate About PFH Technology PFH Technology, owned by Ricoh – a globally recognised Japanese ICT organisation – is a leading provider of end-to-end ICT solutions and managed services across Ireland. With a strong nationwide presence and a team of over 750 dedicated professionals, PFH Technology delivers innovative cloud, infrastructure, cybersecurity, and managed service solutions for SMEs and large enterprise organisations. Note: No visa sponsorship is available for this role. Website: www.pfh.ie