Our client is seeking a specialised Azure Infrastructure Engineer to join a large-scale, two-year transformation project focused on security remediation, cost management, and infrastructure uplift. This role will initially be a 6-month contract, with the potential for ongoing work as the project transitions into BAU operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Enterprise Security Uplift - Implement security benchmarks (NIST 3.9, Essential 8, ISO 27001) to enhance infrastructure and operations security.
• Azure Cost Management - Identify and execute cost-saving strategies (e.g., reducing Azure spend from $1M to $700K) while maintaining compliance.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC) - Deploy and manage infrastructure using Terraform.
• Azure Landing Zones & Networking - Design, configure, and secure Azure Landing Zones and ensure proper networking/security setup.
• Security Remediation & Incident Response - Support the cyber incident response plan and security enhancement initiatives.
• Project Execution & Stakeholder Engagement - Collaborate with internal teams (Apps, Data, Security, Infrastructure) and external vendors to execute the Azure cloud strategy.
• UAT Testing & Change Management - Conduct testing and validation before implementing changes in production.
• Azure Best Practices - Ensure compliance with the Azure Well-Architected Framework and industry standards.
  

Key Requirements (Must-Haves):

1. Azure Landing Zones & Secure Configuration - Hands-on experience designing, implementing, and securing Azure Landing Zones.
2. Azure Cost Management & Optimisation - Proven track record of analysing and reducing Azure costs while maintaining security and performance.
3. Backup, Security & Compliance - Strong understanding of Azure Backup, security frameworks (Essential 8, NIST, ISO 27001), and governance best practices.
   

Additional Requirements:

• Excellent communication skills - Experience interacting with stakeholders and vendors.
• Hands-on experience with the Azure Well-Architected Framework.
• Experience working with outsourced vendors.
  

This role is ideal for an experienced Azure Engineer who can take ownership, drive projects forward, and collaborate with stakeholders in a fast-paced enterprise environment.

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