Cloud Infrastructure Engineer SC/DV (280lw)
- Staffordshire – £60,000.00 + benefits/package
Our client, a rapidly
growing SME who specialise in providing fully managed secure ICT services to the
UK's Defence and Security sectors, are seeking a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
to take responsibility for designing, deploying, and managing scalable, secure,
and efficient Azure cloud infrastructure solutions. This can also be a Contract role.
Responsibilities
will include
Cloud Architecture
- Design, deploy, and manage cloud infrastructure that is scalable, secure, and
aligned with the Azure Well-Architected Framework. Integrate IaaS and PaaS
services to meet full customer requirements and deliver robust cloud solutions.
Infrastructure
Management - Oversee and manage complex Azure cloud deployments, ensuring
optimal performance, availability, and cost-efficiency. Continuously monitor
and optimize cloud resource utilisation.
Implement a
continuous improvement approach in cloud system development, working with
internal teams to ensure changes are delivered with minimal risk to downtime
& actively seek and implement opportunities to enhance system performance
and stability.
Automation - Develop
and maintain automation scripts and tools to streamline cloud operations and
manage resources efficiently. Identify and recommend new automation
opportunities to improve cost management, service performance, and security
response.
Security - Design
and deploy Azure cloud systems with a security-first mindset, adhering to the
highest security standards. Implement and enforce robust security policies and
best practices for all cloud environments.
Monitoring - Monitor
cloud infrastructure performance, identify issues, and troubleshoot to ensure
continuous uptime and resource optimisation. Proactively address potential
performance bottlenecks and ensure cost-effective resource management.
Create and
maintain detailed documentation for cloud architecture, policies, and
processes.
Provide technical support
and serve as the final point of escalation for all cloud-related issues,
ensuring resolution above third-line support.
Communicate
effectively with third-party contractors, translating technical details when
required.
Develop new
policies aligned with business needs and cloud technologies, ensuring they meet
operational requirements & maintain a strong understanding of business
requirements and translate them into technical policies.
Lead and advocate
for cloud technology advancements within the organization, staying at the
forefront of Azure developments & stay up to date with the rapidly evolving
Azure technology stack, identifying new tools and methods to improve cloud services.
Education and
Experience
Bachelor's degree
in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent
experience). It would be preferential to have Microsoft Azure certifications
(e.g., Azure Administrator Associate, Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure
Security Engineer)
Proven experience
designing, deploying, and managing Azure cloud environments.
Strong background
in cloud architecture, infrastructure management, and security best practices.
Experience with
automation, scripting, and CI/CD tools (e.g., Terraform, PowerShell, Azure
DevOps).
Knowledge of Azure
services (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS).
Strong scripting
experience for automation (PowerShell, Python, etc.).
Experience
implementing security protocols, SIEM, and SOAR solutions.
Familiarity with
monitoring tools (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, etc.).
If you are interested in applying,
please send a copy of your CV with a note outlining why this would be the ideal
opportunity for you, to Liz Walsh at Ex-Mil Recruitment Ltd or by email to liz@ex-mil.co.uk
https://www.ex-mil.co.uk/vacancies/7881/cloud-infrastructure-engineer-scdv