3rd Line Azure Cloud Engineer

3rd Line Azure Cloud Engineer
Location: London (hybrid: typically 2 days on-site; opportunities to work from Croydon/London area and possible moves towards Corsham/Farnborough based on project needs)

Duration: 3 month initial + extensions

Clearance: SC preffered / eligable candidates

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We''re hiring for a reputed client who provides shared legal services across central government. This is a hands-on, small-team role where you''ll help build, run and improve cloud infrastructure-balancing project work with dependable 3rd line support.

What you''ll be doing:
* Build and manage cloud infrastructure in Microsoft Azure (IaaS-first, with exposure to SaaS/PaaS as needed)
* Provide 3rd line infrastructure support for cloud and on-premises services and business applications
* Support ongoing business projects-configuring and rolling out environments across multiple Azure setups
* Use strong change practice to deliver updates safely (and confidently) under tight SLA/OLA expectations
* Troubleshoot complex issues, including applying existing knowledge to unfamiliar systems when required
* Gather and analyse technical information to determine service impact, risks, and appropriate next steps
* Prepare and deliver management briefings with clear, logical updates for both technical and non-technical stakeholders

What you''ll bring:
* ITIL Foundation Level qualification and proven experience delivering dependable service in a support environment
* Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Azure (IaaS/SaaS/PaaS) and cloud computing fundamentals
* Strong technical grounding across Microsoft 365 and identity/services such as Active Directory and AAD
* Familiarity with key infrastructure platforms, including Windows Server, SQL Server, Linux, and cloud backup solutions
* Understanding of networking principles and the ability to work with service risks and impacts
* Experience working to ISO/IEC 27001 standards
* Clear communication skills-able to explain complex technical topics simply, and present concise updates
* A logical, rational problem-solving approach with the confidence to work through complexity

If you''re keen to get hands-on with Azure infrastructure, work in a demanding (but friendly) small team, and help drive meaningful change during a data centre transition, we''d love to hear from you. Apply now and share your CV (approximately within 1750 characters) for review.

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