Cloud Platform Engineer in Watford

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If you are an experienced Cloud Platform Engineer with excellent communication skills and a proven track record of designing, implementing and maintaining cloud infrastructure we have a new role we would like to discuss with you.

Please note this role requires onsite attendance 3-4 days per week.

Key Responsibilities:

Azure Platform and Cloud Infrastructure

• Design, deploy, and manage core infrastructure across Microsoft Azure, prioritising Azure Fabric, Storage, Networking, and Compute.
• Plan and execute migration of on-premises applications and web services to Azure, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.
• Manage Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) for identity, access, and hybrid directory services.
• Implement and manage Azure API Management (APIM) for secure and scalable service integration.
• Optimise and govern Azure subscriptions for performance, cost, and compliance.

Data, Analytics, and Fabric Integration

• Support and manage Microsoft Fabric environments, enabling secure and efficient data movement.
• Work with Power BI to deliver secure, compliant business reporting and analytics solutions.
• Integrate AI Foundry and other Azure services to enhance analytics, automation, and decision-making.

Security and Compliance

• Implement and maintain Microsoft Defender suite (Cloud, Endpoint, Identity, and Office 365).
• Apply Zero Trust, conditional access, and least privilege principles across Azure and hybrid environments.
• Configure and manage Microsoft Purview for compliance, governance, and data classification.
• Conduct security reviews, risk assessments, and implement mitigation strategies.

Automation, Monitoring, and Reporting

• Develop automation and infrastructure-as-code solutions using PowerShell, Azure CLI, or Terraform.
• Implement monitoring, alerting, and logging using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Sentinel.
• Produce regular reports for the Infrastructure Manager on Azure usage, Fabric performance, licensing, spending and security posture.

Licensing, Billing, and Governance

• Manage Azure licensing, billing, and cost optimisation, ensuring resources are efficiently utilised.
• Work with finance and procurement to forecast spend and manage subscription entitlements.
• Maintain accurate documentation of cloud environments, configurations, and governance standards.

Key Skills and Experience

• Strong, hands‑on experience in Microsoft Azure architecture, administration, and governance.
• Proven experience migrating applications, web services, and data platforms from on‑premises to Azure.
• Expertise in Microsoft Fabric, including data pipelines, integration, and security management.
• Skilled in Power BI deployment, access control, and workspace governance.
• Experience with AI Foundry, API Management, and data integration services.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Entra ID, Active Directory, Defender, and Purview.
• Experience with PowerShell, Azure CLI, and infrastructure‑as‑code practices.
• Knowledge of Azure licensing, billing, and cost management principles.

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

Information Services and Technology, Information and Media

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