SC Cleared Azure Engineer ​/ Workplace Engineer (Senior

Position: SC Cleared Azure Engineer / Workplace Engineer (Senior)
Hays are now looking for a Senior Azure & Modern Workplace Engineer / Architect for one of our local clients:

£550 p/d Inside IR35
Remote
6 month+ contract
Must be currently SC Cleared
Overview We are seeking a Senior Microsoft Azure & Modern Workplace Engineer to design, implement, and support secure, scalable cloud and endpoint solutions. The role combines hands-on engineering with architecture, focusing on Azure, Microsoft 365, Entra , Intune, and enterprise device management.

Key Responsibilities

Design and deliver Azure cloud, hybrid infrastructure, and modern workplace solutions.
Implement and manage Microsoft 365 services including Teams, SharePoint, and One Drive.
Administer Entra  (Azure AD), identity governance, access management, and security controls.
Manage Intune and Autopilot for endpoint provisioning, compliance, and lifecycle management.
Deliver secure, automated device deployments across Windows, macOS, iOS, and Android.
Design resilient, cloud-first architectures and support migration away from legacy environments.
Implement security best practices using tools such as Microsoft Defender for Cloud and Key Vault.
Work with stakeholders to translate business requirements into practical technical solutions.
Lead or support complex infrastructure and transformation projects across multiple locations.
Drive automation, continuous improvement, and operational efficiency.
Essential Skills & Experience

Strong hands-on Microsoft Azure infrastructure, networking, and hybrid cloud experience.
Proven experience delivering Microsoft 365 solutions in enterprise environments.
Deep expertise in Entra , Intune, and Autopilot.
Enterprise endpoint and mobile device management experience.
Cloud architecture and design experience.
Strong understanding of security, governance, and compliance.
Experience working in regulated environments and following structured change processes.
Excellent stakeholder management and leadership skills.
Tech
(Must Have)

Microsoft Azure
Microsoft Intune
Windows Autopilot
Microsoft Entra  (Azure AD)
Microsoft 365 (M365)
SharePoint Online
Microsoft Teams
One Drive
(Very Important)

Azure Architecture
Azure Networking
Hybrid Cloud
Endpoint Manager
Mobile Device Management (MDM)
Conditional Access
Identity Governance
RBAC
Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA)
Enterprise Device Management (Windows, macOS, iOS, Android)

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