Microsoft Cloud & Digital Workplace Architect

Function purpose: The Microsoft Cloud & Digital Workplace Architect is responsible for defining, designing, and leading the implementation of enterprise cloud and workplace solutions across Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. This strategic and technical leadership role combines Cloud Architecture, Modern Workplace, Security, Identity, Collaboration, and Infrastructure expertise to deliver secure, scalable, resilient, and user-centric digital services. The Architect leads the cloud committee which represent an authority of approval for new cloud service adoption and deployment within the group

• Main responsibilities

Cloud Strategy & Architecture

• Define and maintain the enterprise Microsoft Cloud strategy and roadmap.
• Design secure, scalable, highly available, and cost-effective cloud architectures.
• Ensure cloud solutions align with business objectives, security requirements, and compliance standards.
• Establish Azure Landing Zones and cloud governance models.

Digital Workplace Architecture

• Define the Digital Workplace vision and architecture.
• Design collaboration and productivity platforms using Microsoft 365.
• Lead workplace transformation initiatives supporting hybrid and remote work.
• Improve employee productivity and digital experience through innovative workplace services.

Identity, Security & Compliance

• Architect enterprise identity and access management using Microsoft Entra ID.
• Define and implement Zero Trust security principles.
• Design Conditional Access, Identity Governance, MFA, and Privileged Access Management.
• Establish security controls mastering: Microsoft Defender Suite, Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Purview, Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Information Protection.

Ensure compliance with industry regulations and corporate policies. Endpoint & Device Management

• Define modern endpoint management strategy.
• Lead Microsoft Intune initiative.
• Implement: Windows Autopilot, Mobile Device Management (MDM), Mobile Application Management (MAM), Endpoint Security, Device Compliance Policies

Technical Leadership

• Act as the senior technical authority for Cloud and Workplace technologies.
• Lead architecture review boards and technical governance committees.
• Define engineering standards and best practices.
• Serve as escalation point for critical technical issues.

• 10+ years of IT Infrastructure, Cloud, and Workplace Services experience.
• 5+ years designing Azure cloud solutions.
• 5+ years architecting Microsoft 365 enterprise environments.
• Proven leadership of digital transformation and cloud migration programs.
• Experience managing enterprise-scale cloud and workplace platforms.
• Strong background in security, compliance, and identity management.

• Required Technical Skills

• Cloud Technologies: Microsoft Azure, Azure Landing Zones, Azure Networking, AKS, Azure Virtual Desktop, Azure Monitor, Azure Backup & Recovery, Azure Governance, Azure Cost Management.
• Microsoft 365: Microsoft Teams, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online, OneDrive for Business, Microsoft Viva, Microsoft Copilot, Power Platform.
• Security & Identity: Microsoft Entra ID, Conditional Access, Privileged Identity Management (PIM), Microsoft Defender XDR, Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Purview, Zero Trust Architecture
• Endpoint Management: Microsoft Intune, Windows 11, Autopilot, Endpoint Analytics, Mobile Device Management
• Automation & DevOps: PowerShell, Terraform, Azure DevOps, GitHub, Power Automate, Microsoft Graph API

• Preferred Certifications:

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
• Microsoft 365 Certified: Enterprise Administrator Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Cybersecurity Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
• Microsoft Certified: DevOps Engineer ExpertMicrosoft Certified: Power Platform Solution Architect Expert.

Core Competencies : Adherence to the company's values: Dedication, Conviction, Agility and Responsibility - Compliance with regulations and internal directives