Hybrid Cloud Manager

Title: Platform/Cloud Manager Day Rate: £500 – £650pd (Outside IR35) Duration: 6+ Months (contract/consultancy) Based: Hybrid/London – 3 days per week Proven technical leadership managing complex, cross-geography infrastructure build projects. Strong expertise in Microsoft Azure cloud platform, including virtualization, networking, and system architecture. Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code deployments using tools such as BICEP, Red Hat Ansible, or Terraform. Experience managing cross-discipline teams (Infrastructure, Cloud, DevOps, Network, Cyber Security) to deliver large-scale infrastructure builds. Knowledge of secure infrastructure configuration and regulatory compliance, including disaster recovery planning and security testing. Banking or financial industry experience would be highly beneficial. Lead a virtual cross-discipline team in building foundational infrastructure Ensure infrastructure availability, scalability, performance, and alignment with corporate IT strategy. Oversee operational and security testing, including penetration testing. Keep stakeholders informed on progress and risks.