IT Engineer - Azure - Inside IR35
Our client is seeking an experienced IT Engineer - Azure to play a pivotal role in the design, delivery, and ongoing operation of its cloud and infrastructure platforms.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where you'll help shape and support the technology strategy, ensuring secure, resilient, and cost-effective IT services that meet both business objectives and regulatory requirements.
Working as part of a collaborative IT team, you will be responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure, supporting cloud migration initiatives, and providing 2nd/3rd line technical support across the wider IT estate. You'll work closely with IT Operations, Applications, Change, and Delivery teams to drive continuous improvement and enhance the stability and performance of critical infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, deploy, maintain, and support Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS environments.
- Contribute to cloud migration projects and the design of new infrastructure platforms.
- Provide 2nd and 3rd line infrastructure support, working with internal teams and third-party suppliers to resolve complex technical issues.
- Monitor, optimise, and manage cloud performance, availability, security, and cost efficiency.
- Deliver technical implementation for infrastructure changes and participate in Change Advisory Board (CAB) activities.
- Support disaster recovery planning, business continuity testing, and cyber security initiatives to meet regulatory and compliance requirements.
- Maintain accurate infrastructure documentation, technical standards, and operational procedures.
- Identify opportunities for automation, optimisation, and continuous improvement across the IT infrastructure estate.
Skills & Experience
- Strong hands-on experience designing, deploying, and supporting Microsoft Azure infrastructure and cloud services.
- Proven experience supporting complex enterprise infrastructure environments.
- Solid understanding of Azure networking, virtual machines, storage, identity management, and security best practices.
- Experience with cloud migration projects and hybrid cloud environments.
- Strong troubleshooting skills with experience providing 2nd/3rd line infrastructure support.
- Knowledge of disaster recovery, business continuity, and cyber security principles.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to work effectively across technical and business teams.
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IT Engineer - Azure in London employer: Proactive Appointments
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