Azure Administrator (Current SC Required)
Please note: You will be required to work onsite Central London 1-2 days a Month
The Company:
At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Azure Administrator Specialist to manage, optimize, and support our cloud infrastructure. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Microsoft Azure administration, governance, monitoring, and security, ensuring high availability, performance, and compliance of cloud resources. This role involves working closely with architects, developers, and security teams to deliver and maintain robust cloud solutions.
Key Responsibilities
* Deploy, configure, and manage Azure resources, including VMs, storage, networking, and identity services.
* Administer and monitor Azure Active Directory (AAD), RBAC, Conditional Access, and MFA.
* Implement and manage Azure security controls, compliance policies, and cost optimization strategies.
* Support and manage Azure networking (VNETs, VPN Gateways, ExpressRoute, Firewalls, Load Balancers, NSGs, Application Gateways).
* Configure and maintain Azure Backup, Site Recovery, and disaster recovery solutions.
* Monitor system health and performance using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights.
* Implement and support Azure Automation, ARM templates, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with Bicep/Terraform.
* Troubleshoot incidents and provide L2/L3 support for Azure services.
* Manage patching, updates, and compliance of Azure workloads.
* Collaborate with security and compliance teams to ensure adherence to policies and standards.
* Document processes, procedures, and best practices for Azure environment management.
Key Skills & Experience
* 5
* years of experience in cloud administration, with at least 3+ years in Microsoft Azure.
* Strong hands-on experience with:
* Azure Active Directory, RBAC, Conditional Access
* Azure Networking (VNETs, VPN, ExpressRoute, Firewalls, Load Balancing)
* Azure Storage, VMs, and Identity services
* Azure Backup & Disaster Recovery solutions
* Knowledge of PowerShell, CLI, and scripting for automation.
* Experience with Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates.
* Familiarity with Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelines.
* Experience with monitoring and alerting solutions (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics).
* Understanding of security, governance, and compliance in Azure.
* Strong troubleshooting skills and experience in incident/problem management.
* Excellent communication and documentation skills.
Preferred Qualifications
* Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (required).
* Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Security Engineer Associate (desirable).
* ITIL v4 Foundation certification (advantageous).
* Experience in hybrid cloud environments (Azure + on-prem).
Benefits:
* Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
* Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
* Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
* Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
* 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
* Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
* Participate in a generous employee referral program.
* A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
* Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
* Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.
Diversity & Inclusion:
Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:
* Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.
* Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.
* Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.
* By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.
This role at Amber Labs is
12 month FTC
, and all employees are required to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard BPSS &
(Current SC Required)
. Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.
What Happens Next?
Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.