Platform Engineer — Security Specialist (Azure)
Hybrid Working from Tunbridge Wells, Redhill, or Bolton (2-3 days a week)
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We're hiring a
Platform Engineer with deep security expertise
to join a major UK enterprise organisation undergoing large-scale cloud transformation.
This is a high-impact role working at the intersection of
platform engineering, cloud architecture, and cyber security
, helping to define and enforce security standards across a complex Azure estate.
You'll partner closely with Cyber Security, Architecture, and Engineering teams to embed secure-by-design principles across both cloud and on-prem environments.
The Opportunity
This is not a ticket-driven ops role.
You'll be shaping how security is built into the platform - influencing architecture, governance, and engineering practices across a large organisation with significant Azure adoption.
Key areas of impact include:
* Establishing and governing security baselines across the platform
* Driving adoption of Azure security capabilities and best practices
* Providing expert consultancy to engineering teams
* Defining secure design standards for applications and infrastructure
* Supporting auditable compliance across internal and customer-facing systems
* Partnering with architects and product teams to deliver secure platform solutions
What You'll Bring
We're looking for a hands-on engineer with strong architectural awareness:
* Extensive experience with Azure cloud technologies
* Deep understanding of Azure security models and enterprise integration patterns
* Strong background in Infrastructure as Code across IaaS/PaaS/SaaS
* Experience developing secure design patterns and governance frameworks
* Ability to advise and mentor engineering teams
* Strong stakeholder engagement skills
* Awareness of emerging trends in cloud security
Desirable certifications:
* AZ-500 Azure Security Engineer
* SC-100 Cybersecurity Architect
* AZ-305 Azure Solutions Architect
* CCSP (Certified Cloud Security Professional)
Why This Role Stands Out
* Enterprise-scale platform challenges
* Real influence over security strategy and standards
* Close collaboration with Cyber Security leadership
* Modern Azure-first environment
* Long-term transformation programme
Working Model
Hybrid working
- typically 2–3 days per week onsite, with flexibility depending on team needs.
Candidates can be based near
Tunbridge Wells, Redhill, or Bolton
offices.
Candidates must have the right to work in the UK.
Package
* Salary up to
£80,000 per annum
* Performance-related bonus
* Strong pension contribution
* Private medical cover
* Generous annual leave + option to buy/sell days
* Life assurance
* Wellbeing support and employee benefits