Summary
Job title: Microsoft Cloud Engineer
Location: Remote-working opportunity
Department: Cloud Services / Delivery Team
Salary: £35,000 to £45,000 per annum, depending on experience
We’re on the hunt for a high-energy, passionate Microsoft Cloud Engineer to join our expanding delivery team at Cloud9 Security. If you’re someone who thrives on solving complex challenges, enjoys direct customer interaction, and wants to be part of a fast-paced, growing cloud security specialist company—this role is for you.
You’ll be hands-on with the latest Microsoft Cloud technologies, delivering both day-to-day support and technical project work across Microsoft 365 and Azure platforms. You’ll be driven, technically strong, and customer-focused, with a proactive attitude and a genuine interest in security-first cloud solutions.
Essential Experience
* At least 5 years’ experience in IT
* Intermediate to Expert-level hands-on experience with Microsoft 365 and Azure
* Solid grasp of cloud governance, compliance, and security best practices
* Foundational knowledge and expertise in Networking, Virtualisation and traditional On-Premises infrastructure
* Excellent problem-solving skills
* Experience delivering both support and project-based work
* Strong verbal and written communication skills
* Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple priorities
Desirable Experience
* Experience with PowerShell scripting and automation
* Microsoft Endpoint Management knowledge and expertise
* Familiarity with Microsoft Defender suite and Sentinel
* Experience with Cyber Essentials and CIS Benchmarks
* Good working knowledge of how to use Artificial Intelligence
* Having completed any of the SC-200, SC-300 or AZ-500 Microsoft certification
Responsibilities
* Implement and manage cloud security best practices
* Implement solutions across Microsoft 365 and Azure environments
* Support customers with incidents relating to complex cloud issues
* Deliver cloud migration and transformation projects
* Deliver solutions and resolve problems within tight deadlines
* Out of hours working may be required on occasion
* Identify sales opportunities and be rewarded
* Log your time accurately an ITSM tool
* Collaborate with internal teams to continuously improve delivery knowledge and skills
* Provide high-quality documentation and customer training as needed
About you
* You will always ensure Cloud9’s reputation is highly regarded.
* You are passionate about technology and always willing to learn new technologies.
* You are comfortable working with a degree of ambiguity and can demonstrate the ability to change and adapt as our business grows.
* You are a problem solver who works on your own initiative.
* You must be comfortable in front of customers who hold senior roles and enjoy the face-to-face delivery of projects.
* You are keen to develop your career and skill set both independently and with the assistance of Cloud9, this includes taking vendor certifications.
* You have sound interpersonal skills and enjoy collaborating with others.
* You demonstrate great energy and enthusiasm in all aspects of your role.
* You can roll up your sleeves and get the job done.
* You have strong verbal and written communication skills (including questioning and presentation skills)
* You’ll have the ability to learn technical concepts and eloquently convey their value to potential customers
* You’re happy working as a team or by yourself.
* You must always be reliable.
* You can document support actions and projects to a high standard.
About Cloud9 security
Cloud9 security is a fast-growing cloud security company focused on Microsoft 365 and Azure. We provide consultancy services, products and managed services to help customers secure their business and grow. We are a small team of highly driven and intelligent individuals working together to help customers achieve more through technology.
Why Join us?
* Work with a highly skilled and collaborative team of Microsoft Cloud specialists
* Gain exposure to diverse projects and cutting-edge cloud security solutions
* Flexible working arrangements
* Clear career progression opportunities
* Be part of a company that values growth, innovation, and technical excellence
Location
Cloud9 Security is a remote working company, with our team dispersed throughout the Midlands, London, Cornwall, Suffolk and Sweden(!), so, you must be motivated to work from home. You should reside in the UK as occasional travel to customer sites, and for team meet-ups is required. Ideally, you will be able to commute into London once a month if required.