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Line of Service

Advisory

Industry/Sector

Not Applicable

Specialism

Technology Strategy

Management Level

Senior Associate

Job Description & Summary

A career in our Technology Consulting practice, within General Consulting services, will provide you with the opportunity to help clients seize essential advantages by working alongside business leaders to solve their toughest problems and capture their greatest opportunities. We work with some of the world’s largest and most complex companies to understand their unique business issues and opportunities in an ever changing environment. We help create sustainable change by stimulating innovation, unlocking data possibilities, navigating risk and regulatory complexity, optimising deals, and aligning costs with business strategy to create a competitive advantage.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Azure Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in designing, implementing, and managing Azure cloud solutions. With 4-5 years of hands-on experience in Azure technologies, the Azure Specialist will play a crucial role in driving our cloud initiatives.

To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.

As a Senior Associate, you'll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution. PwC Professional skills and responsibilities for this management level include but are not limited to:

  • Design, deploy, and manage Azure cloud solutions to meet business requirements and objectives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, architect solutions, and implement Azure services effectively.
  • Configure and optimize Azure infrastructure components such as virtual machines, networks, storage, and databases.
  • Implement and manage Azure identity and access management solutions, including Azure Active Directory.
  • Monitor Azure resources and services, proactively identifying and addressing performance issues and security vulnerabilities.
  • Implement and manage Azure governance policies, compliance standards, and best practices.
  • Automate deployment, configuration, and management tasks using Azure DevOps and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as ARM templates or Terraform.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to team members, including mentoring junior staff and conducting training sessions.
  • Stay updated on emerging Azure technologies and trends, evaluating their potential impact on our cloud strategy and recommending adoption where appropriate.
  • Participate in the evaluation and selection of third-party tools and services to enhance our Azure ecosystem.

Preferred skills

  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
  • A proven track record in designing, implementing, and managing Azure cloud solutions.
  • Hands-on experience with Azure DevOps for CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, and version control.
  • Strong understanding of cloud computing principles and best practices, including scalability, high availability, and disaster recovery.
  • Experience with scripting and programming languages such as PowerShell, Python, or Azure CLI.
  • Certification in Microsoft Azure (e.g., Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert) is preferred.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot issues in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks concurrently.

Minimum years experience required

  • 4-5 years of experience working with Azure cloud technologies, including Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Storage, Azure Networking, Azure Active Directory, and Azure Security Center.

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Travel Requirements

Not Specified

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship?

No

Government Clearance Required?

No

Job Posting End Date

April 2, 2024

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