We are seeking a Senior DevOps Engineer responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure and scalable cloud and DevOps environments on Microsoft Azure. This role involves developing and managing CI/CD pipelines, leveraging Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, ARM, Bicep), and integrating security controls into DevOps processes (DevSecOps) to ensure compliance and system integrity. The incumbent will perform vulnerability assessments, proactive system monitoring, and incident management while collaborating with development and operations teams to enforce best practices. What you’ll do: Performing daily application availability checks and event monitoring tasks Provide proactive system monitoring Communicate accurately and timeously with relevant clients regarding incidents logged Working well with colleagues/team player/willing to assist Design, implement, and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines Integrate security controls into DevOps processes (DevSecOps) Perform vulnerability assessments and remediation across infrastructure and applications Collaborate with development and operations teams to enforce security best practices Automate compliance checks and security testing Monitor and respond to security incidents in cloud and on-prem environments Your Expertise: 3–5 years’ experience implementing Azure automation pipelines. Excellent customer interaction Team player with good work ethic and attendance record Self-driven – Get the job done Strong event management abilities with customer focus Strong sense of responsibility in taking ownership of problems and seeing them through till completion Excellent customer satisfaction, interaction, and engagement English – Can converse and has the necessary email skills Experience with cloud platforms (Azure) Strong hands-on Azure experience (e.g., App Gateway/WAF, AKS, Azure SQL, ACR, Key Vault, VNet, Storage Accounts). Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM templates). Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Python, or Bash. Experience designing and building CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps. Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions) Solid understanding of containers and orchestration (Docker, AKS). Experience with Function App and Web App development. Strong grasp of networking, security, and compliance in Azure environments. Proficient in monitoring and logging using Azure-native tools. Skilled in troubleshooting, version control (Git), and working in Agile environments. Excellent communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively. Familiarity with certificate automation, Key Vault integration, and workflow orchestration (e.g., Logic Apps, Durable Functions). Experience with container security and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Knowledge of secure coding practices and application security principles Qualifications: National Senior Certificate/ Matric/ N3/ Grade 12 Microsoft Cloud Certification (Azure) Pass typical recruitment checks (criminal, qualification, ID verification checks, etc.) ITIL v3 or ITIL 4 certification Linux/Unix qualifications and/or experience Azure Certification (e.g., Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, Solutions Architect Expert) preferred. Security Certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security) Containerization and Orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, or similar) CI/CD Pipeline Design and Management Other information applicable to the opportunity: Permanent position Location: Cape Town Why work for us? If the daily grind makes you wonder if there’s more to life than work, get ready to discover a professional journey that embraces excellence without compromise. You’ve arrived at iOCO Infrastructure Services (iOCO IS), where we are all about delivering outstanding client experiences through sustainable, innovative IT infrastructure solutions that tackle business challenges head-on. Here you get to partner with clients, helping them conquer their business Goliaths while they focus on scaling their empires. At our core, we’re challengers, disruptors, and innovators. We’re a community of skilled professionals with an ambitious spirit dedicated to providing for our clients while finding joy in the process. Our clients are at the heart of everything we do. Their satisfaction fuels our fire and propels us forward. We’re talking about brainstorming sessions that sound like TED talks and spontaneous celebrations for achievements, big and small. iOCO is an equal opportunity employer with an obligation to achieve its own unique EE objectives in the context of Employment Equity targets. Therefore, our employment strategy gives primary preference to previously disadvantaged individuals or groups.
