Microsoft Cloud Engineer

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Thales delivers cybersecurity products and services that keep people and assets safe, giving organisations confidence in the security of their digital journeys. Our solutions are deployed in 148 countries, helping governments to maintain sovereignty, and organisations to preserve their strategic autonomy.

Thales is a global leader in cybersecurity - no.1 in data security - with 6,000+ experts and developers. We bring trust and resilience to key industries including finance, health, retail and manufacturing, as well as vital sectors such as aerospace, critical infrastructure, defence and space.

YOUR ROLE

Join our dynamic team as a Microsoft Cloud Engineer, where you’ll ensure the availability, reliability, and performance of both internal Thales systems and our clients’ private, public, and hybrid cloud environments.

You’ll play a key role in maintaining, optimising, and evolving modern Microsoft cloud solutions — driving seamless operations and exceptional customer outcomes.

• Proactively support and maintain Microsoft cloud environments to meet SLAs
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues across cloud infrastructure, applications, and services
• Manage monitoring, backup, and patching to ensure system health and security
• Support project delivery, update documentation, and drive best practices
• Collaborate with clients and internal teams to deliver effective, scalable solutions
• Stay current with Microsoft technologies to serve as a trusted technical advisor

WHAT YOU’LL BRING

• Hands-on experience managing and supporting M365 environments including Entra ID, SharePoint Online, Exchange Online & Intune
• Familiarities with Email protection services
• Experience managing traditional Microsoft on-premises workloads, services and functions
• Understanding of Azure services (VMs, networking, hybrid connectivity, storage)
• Experience with Active Directory, patching, monitoring, and workload migrations to Azure
• Proficiency in PowerShell scripting and familiarity with IaC (Terraform)
• Microsoft certifications in M365 and/or Azure (preferred)
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Linux experience (a plus)

BENEFITS

As part of our Commitment, we offer:

• Competitive remuneration structure
• Hybrid and flexible working options under the Thales Flex program
• Paid parental leave and family support through Parents at Work
• The day off on your birthday each year
• Novated Lease options
• Ongoing personal and professional development opportunities
• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

GOOD TO KNOW

Prior to being offered employment, you will need to complete pre-employment police and (role dependent) medical checks.

A Defence security clearance is required for this role; applicants must be Australian citizens and eligible to obtain and maintain an appropriate clearance.

Additional information with regards to clearances is available from the Australian Government Security Vetting Agency website http://www.defence.gov.au/AGSVA/. In some cases, individuals who hold a current clearance from a foreign government may be eligible to have this clearance recognised by the Australian Government and be eligible for this role.

The Australian Defence Trade Controls Act (DTCA) is applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

The U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or Export Administration Regulations (EAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

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