Cloud Engineer; Azure

Cloud Ops Engineer (Azure)
Hybrid working

Defence environment – SC clearance required (can sponsor)

We’re recruiting a Cloud Operations Engineer (Azure) to join a growing defence focused engineering team working on secure systems. This is a permanent role offering strong long term stability, technical depth and excellent benefits.

You’ll be responsible for designing, operating and securing Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure, supporting high availability environments with a strong focus on security, performance and cost optimisation.

• Design, build, and manage Azure cloud infrastructure and services
• Implement security controls, access management, and compliance measures
• Monitor performance, availability, and cost efficiency across Azure environments
• Support Azure migrations and automate deployments and operational tasks
• Collaborate closely with engineering teams and upskill junior colleagues

• Strong hands on experience with Microsoft Azure
• AZ-104 (Azure Administrator Associate) required
  AZ-305 – Azure Solutions Architect Expert – desirable
• Experience managing secure, scalable cloud environments
• Background in IoT, manufacturing, or R&D environments highly desirable
• Comfortable working in a defence / secure setting
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to mentor and support others

If you’re an Azure engineer looking to work on secure, high-impact systems within a defence/ hi tech manufacturing environment, this is an excellent opportunity.