Azure Systems Administrator

Initial 6-month engagement with potential extension for a further 6 months.

Your new company

This government department plays a vital role in supporting public safety and community wellbeing across South Australia. With a strong focus on innovation and service delivery, it operates a complex and dynamic ICT environment that underpins critical operations statewide. The department is committed to modernising its technology landscape through strategic programs and initiatives, offering employees the opportunity to work on impactful projects that drive real-world outcomes. Its values of service, integrity, collaboration, and leadership guide its approach to both internal operations and public engagement.

Your new role

This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a high-profile program focused on modernising and enhancing cloud-based infrastructure and applications. You will be part of a collaborative team delivering expert technical services across a range of IT projects.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Administer and enhance Azure cloud environments, ensuring optimal performance and security.
  • Lead systems analysis, design, and integration for complex applications.
  • Provide expert advice on Azure services including Active Directory (Entra ID), RBAC, IAM, networking, and security.
  • Collaborate with developers, integration specialists, and stakeholders to deliver robust solutions.
  • Maintain and improve application support processes and documentation.
  • Engage with vendors to resolve critical issues and implement enhancements.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives aligned with SDLC and ITIL methodologies.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience as an Azure Systems Administrator in a cloud-based environment.
  • Strong technical expertise in:
    • Azure Active Directory (Entra ID), RBAC, IAM
    • Azure networking (VNets, NSGs, VPNs, VWANs, Azure Firewall, ExpressRoute)
    • Azure Policy, Private Endpoints, Private DNS
    • API Management, Microsoft Fabric, One Lake, Data Factory, Dataverse
    • Azure Portal, ARM templates, Terraform, Bicep
    • CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions)
  • Excellent troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
  • Experience working within ITIL or similar frameworks.


What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or contact Ravindu Tharuka on (08) 7221 4181 or ravindu.tharuka@hays.com.au for further information.

At Hays, we value diversity and are passionate about placing people in a role where they can flourish and succeed. We actively encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.


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Summary

Job Type
Contract
Industry
Government & Public Services
Location
SA - Adelaide
Specialism
Cloud
Ref:
2952068

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Ravindu Tharuka, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Adelaide
Level 17, 11-19 Grenfell St

Telephone: 0872214181