Kyle Fraser

Cloud Solutions Architect | Consultancy Services | Strategic Advisor

Professional Profile

Kyle Fraser is an Azure-certified Cloud Architect with extensive expertise in Amazon Web Services and experience with Google Cloud Platform. He possesses deep competency in the DevOps domain, Microsoft 365, and client applications. Kyle plays a pivotal role in end-to-end project execution, from the presales phase and the development of detailed design documents to the technical implementation of solutions, project delivery, and seamless transition to business-as-usual teams.

With a proven track record of working with organisations ranging from small and medium-sized businesses to large enterprises, Kyle has developed a unique ability to quickly assess and navigate complex environments leveraging diverse technologies. He specialises in designing and delivering cloud architectures and migration strategies that enable clients to fully capitalise on their cloud investments. His approach is rooted in industry best practices, aligning with the Microsoft Azure Cloud Adoption and Well-Architected Frameworks where applicable.

Kyle is committed to driving efficiency and cost optimisation across projects, strategically incorporating cloud-native technologies wherever feasible. While he advocates for cloud-first approaches, he maintains a pragmatic perspective, ensuring that cloud adoption is always aligned with the specific needs and cost-effectiveness of each workload. His ability to balance technical excellence with business objectives consistently results in successful implementations and high client satisfaction.

Professional Experience

2021 - Present

Cloud Solutions Designer

Ashurst LLP, Global

  • Designed and implemented Microsoft CAF aligned global landing zone
  • Designed global hybrid connectivity strategy
  • Developed and implemented Azure DevOps guardrails and CI/CD
  • Strategic advisory on internal culture change to DevOps methodologies
2023 - 2024

Senior Azure Consultant

ANS Group Ltd, United Kingdom

  • Led Microsoft Azure implementations for local councils
  • Designed and implemented Microsoft Virtual WAN for financial services
  • Provided expert technical guidance on Microsoft cloud technologies
  • Implemented secure and scalable Azure solutions
2014 - 2022

Cloud Solutions Architect

Acurus Pty Ltd, Melbourne, VIC

  • Led Azure and Microsoft 365 projects from pre-sales through to implementation
  • Implemented Terraform as the preferred Infrastructure as Code solution for Azure projects
  • Developed standardised Azure deployment templates utilising industry best practices
  • Served as technical lead for enterprise-scale cloud migration initiatives
2013 - 2014

Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Core Desktop, Melbourne, VIC

  • Managed infrastructure supporting 1,200+ users across 400 virtual servers
  • Developed cloud automation scripts, reducing deployment time by 75%
  • Implemented Geo-IP solutions, achieving 50% latency reduction
  • Led technical initiatives for international client deployments

Notable Projects

British Business Bank | Sample Data - Under Development

Led digital transformation initiative delivering:

  • Sample Data - Under Development
  • Multi-environment deployment framework
  • Automated compliance and security controls
  • Zero-trust network architecture implementation

Manchester City Council | Sample Data - Under Development

Delivered comprehensive cloud migration strategy including:

  • Sample Data - Under Development
  • Legacy systems modernisation roadmap
  • Cost-optimised cloud resource management
  • Enhanced disaster recovery capabilities

Banpu Energy Australia

Architected and delivered a multi-region Azure environment featuring:

  • Centralised hub network with Shared Services
  • Multiple production and non-production landing zones
  • Enterprise Application implementation for Azure AD integration
  • Cross-region disaster recovery capabilities

ZEN Energy

Designed and implemented comprehensive Azure infrastructure including:

  • Hub-spoke topology with multiple subscription management
  • Integrated Microsoft Intune and Autopilot deployment
  • Enhanced security through private endpoints
  • Cross-region business continuity solutions

Cotton On Group

Delivered scalable Azure foundational environment featuring:

  • Standardised deployment patterns for international scaling
  • Comprehensive security and compliance frameworks
  • Automated resource provisioning and management

Technical Expertise

Cloud Platforms

  • Microsoft Azure
  • Amazon AWS
  • Google Cloud Platform
  • Hybrid Cloud

Infrastructure & DevOps

  • Hashicorp Terraform
  • Microsoft Bicep
  • Azure DevOps
  • GitHub

Microsoft Technologies

  • Microsoft Entra ID
  • Microsoft 365
  • Active Directory
  • Security & Compliance

Professional Certifications

Current Certifications

  • Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
  • Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
  • Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate: Windows Server

Previous Certifications

  • CompTIA A+
  • Cisco: CCNA
  • MCTS: Microsoft Exchange Server