Infrastructure Engineer

Birmingham
3 weeks ago
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Cloud and Hosting Specialist – InfrastructureACTIVE/ELIGIBLE SC CLEARANCE REQUIRED
Hybrid – Birmingham (2 days per week)
Salary: upto £75k
We are seeking a skilled Cloud and Hosting Specialist to work with an international MSP on a contract basis. Reporting to the Senior Manager for Cloud and Data Centre, you will be responsible for maintaining, supporting, and improving cloud infrastructure services. This role offers the chance to work on transformative cloud projects, collaborate with security teams to ensure compliance, and implement best practices in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities

  • Support cloud and hosting projects, including roadmap implementation and risk management.
  • Conduct regular health checks on cloud systems, ensuring alignment with vendor best practices.
  • Collaborate with security teams to maintain compliance with ISO27001 and CES+ standards.
  • Champion automation and standardized procedures within cloud infrastructure.
  • Manage and optimize PaaS environments and automation processes.
  • Provide proactive incident management and maintain high service quality.
  • Deliver clear documentation, including service reports and proposals.
  • Participate in meetings to support open and effective team communication.
    Skills
  • Technical Expertise:
    • Strong Azure cloud platform management skills.
    • Experience in ARM deployment, automation, NSG management, and PaaS.
    • In-depth knowledge of Windows Server (2012/16/19).
    • Proficient in scripting with PowerShell and JSON.
    • Demonstrable experience in DevOps practices.
  • Qualifications:
    • Azure Certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator, Azure Solutions Architect) preferred.
  • Additional Skills:
    • Strong communication and presentation skills for technical and non-technical audiences.
    • Proven problem-solving abilities in cloud infrastructure environments.
    • Experience in delivering cloud services to clients with a focus on operational efficiency and cost optimisation.
      If you’re a Cloud and Hosting Specialist looking to bring your expertise to a fast-paced, client-focused role, don’t hesitate to apply today

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