🚨 Azure Infrastructure Architect – Outside IR35 Contract 🚨
We’re currently seeking an experienced Azure Infrastructure Architect to support a major cloud transformation programme focused on enterprise-scale Azure platform and infrastructure delivery.
* đź“Ť Remote / UK
* đź“… Immediate Start
* ⏳ 3–6 Month Contract
* đź’Ľ Outside IR35
Key Responsibilities:
• Design and deliver enterprise Azure Landing Zones aligned to Microsoft CAF and Well-Architected Framework
• Architect and implement core Azure infrastructure services across networking, identity, governance, and security
• Define subscription strategy, management groups, RBAC, policies, and resource governance
• Design hybrid connectivity solutions including ExpressRoute, VPN Gateway, VNET peering, DNS, and firewall architecture
• Lead infrastructure automation using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates
• Implement Azure monitoring, logging, and operational controls using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Sentinel
• Work closely with engineering, security, and programme stakeholders to drive best practice cloud adoption
• Support migration and modernisation initiatives into Azure
Technical Skills Required:
âś” Strong Azure infrastructure architecture experience in enterprise environments
âś” Proven Azure Landing Zone implementation experience
âś” Deep understanding of:
* Azure Networking
* Azure Firewall
* NSGs / UDRs
* Private Endpoints
* Entra ID (Azure AD)
* RBAC / PIM
* Azure Policy
* Defender for Cloud
* Azure Monitor / Log Analytics
* Backup & DR solutions
âś” Infrastructure as Code experience (Terraform preferred)
âś” Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation
âś” Strong understanding of cloud security, governance, and operational best practices
âś” Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
âś” Comfortable working directly with senior stakeholders, architects, engineering teams, and third-party vendors
âś” Previous experience working within a consultancy, MSP, or IT services environment would be highly beneficial
Preferred Certifications:
• Azure Solutions Architect Expert
• Azure Network Engineer Associate
• Terraform certification beneficial
If you’re immediately available and have strong Azure platform architecture experience, please get in touch or send across your CV.
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