Azure Architect

Azure ArchitectMajor UK Nuclear ProgrammeRemote WorkingUp to £740 per day (Inside IR35)3 Months Contract scope to extendAn experienced Azure Architect is required for a high-profile nuclear infrastructure programme to support an Azure Landing Zone remediation initiative. This role focuses on aligning the existing Azure estate with Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) standards and addressing recommendations raised during a Microsoft Well-Architected Framework (WAF) assessment.This is an opportunity to work on a nationally significant programme within a secure, regulated environment, contributing to long-term platform stability and governance.Security RequirementsSC cleared or SC eligible or BPSSProven government or public sector experience or nuclear project exposureProject OverviewThe programme involves remediating and standardising an Azure Landing Zone to meet Microsoft CAF and Enterprise Scale Landing Zone best practices. The Azure Architect will play a key role in defining, supporting, and governing platform design decisions across identity, security, networking, operations, and governance domains.Delivery Phases and AllocationPhase 1 - Plan and Design 2 - Build Phase 3 - Adopt and Remediate Support:Required Skills and ExperienceAzure Landing Zone and CAF ExpertiseDeep understanding of Microsoft CAF and Enterprise Scale Landing Zone patternsStrong experience across governance, identity, networking, security, monitoring, and resiliencyStakeholder Engagement and ..... full job details .....