Senior Cloud Architect (Azure & M365) - Insurance Exp
Job Type:
Contract/Temporary Location:
Up to £751 per day Job Ref:
BBBH156534_1737642897 Date Added:
January 23rd, 2025 Consultant:
Amy Chinery We are seeking a dynamic and adaptable hands-on senior cloud architect with extensive knowledge of Azure and Microsoft 365 and previous insurance/reinsurance industry experience for a 6 month initial contract, hybrid working 1-2 days a week in the Ipswich office. This role involves designing and implementing Azure-based cloud-first solutions, optimising cloud infrastructure for high availability, scalability, and security. Key Responsibilities: Architect, implement, and manage robust, secure, and scalable cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. Lead and oversee technical projects such as Cloud Adoption, Landing Zone design and deployment, Cloud Migration, Cloud Readiness, and Cloud Maturity assessments. Ensure MSPs/CSPs deliver high-quality solutions that meet our standards. Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure in line with industry best practices. Work closely with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and ensure they align with business goals. Manage the migration of on-premises applications and infrastructure to the cloud environment. Implement and enforce cloud security measures, including identity and access management, data protection, and compliance with regulations such as GDPR and SOC 2. Experience: Extensive experience in cloud architecture, focusing on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. Experience within the
insurance or reinsurance industry. Demonstrated experience in leading technical projects (Cloud Adoption, Landing Zone design and deployment, Cloud Migration, Cloud Readiness, Cloud Maturity). Experience in regulated environments is essential. Experience with Azure Backup & Recovery Services. Knowledge of Azure Governance (Blueprints, policies, tagging, cost management). Proficiency with Azure SQL Databases (Managed Instances, PaaS, IaaS). Experience with Azure Security (Zero Trust, Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, Azure AD, AIP). Familiarity with Azure Serverless and integration (Batch, Function, Logic Apps, EventGrid). Experience with Azure Containers (AKS, ACI, ACR). Expertise in Active Directory (Azure AD, Azure AD DS, on-premises AD DS). Experience with Windows Server/Linux OS. Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (ARM, Bicep, Terraform, PowerShell). Experience with Microsoft 365, including migrations and security. Strong understanding of cloud computing models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS). Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Experience with automation and orchestration tools such as PowerShell, ARM templates, and Azure CLI. Expertise with DevOps practices and tools. Experience with hybrid cloud environments (GCP, AWS, and Azure). Experience in regulated environments, particularly within financial services is essential.
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Job Type:
Contract/Temporary Location:
Up to £751 per day Job Ref:
BBBH156534_1737642897 Date Added:
January 23rd, 2025 Consultant:
Amy Chinery We are seeking a dynamic and adaptable hands-on senior cloud architect with extensive knowledge of Azure and Microsoft 365 and previous insurance/reinsurance industry experience for a 6 month initial contract, hybrid working 1-2 days a week in the Ipswich office. This role involves designing and implementing Azure-based cloud-first solutions, optimising cloud infrastructure for high availability, scalability, and security. Key Responsibilities: Architect, implement, and manage robust, secure, and scalable cloud solutions using Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. Lead and oversee technical projects such as Cloud Adoption, Landing Zone design and deployment, Cloud Migration, Cloud Readiness, and Cloud Maturity assessments. Ensure MSPs/CSPs deliver high-quality solutions that meet our standards. Develop and maintain cloud infrastructure in line with industry best practices. Work closely with cross-functional teams to define technical requirements and ensure they align with business goals. Manage the migration of on-premises applications and infrastructure to the cloud environment. Implement and enforce cloud security measures, including identity and access management, data protection, and compliance with regulations such as GDPR and SOC 2. Experience: Extensive experience in cloud architecture, focusing on Microsoft Azure and Microsoft 365. Experience within the
insurance or reinsurance industry. Demonstrated experience in leading technical projects (Cloud Adoption, Landing Zone design and deployment, Cloud Migration, Cloud Readiness, Cloud Maturity). Experience in regulated environments is essential. Experience with Azure Backup & Recovery Services. Knowledge of Azure Governance (Blueprints, policies, tagging, cost management). Proficiency with Azure SQL Databases (Managed Instances, PaaS, IaaS). Experience with Azure Security (Zero Trust, Defender for Cloud, Sentinel, Azure AD, AIP). Familiarity with Azure Serverless and integration (Batch, Function, Logic Apps, EventGrid). Experience with Azure Containers (AKS, ACI, ACR). Expertise in Active Directory (Azure AD, Azure AD DS, on-premises AD DS). Experience with Windows Server/Linux OS. Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (ARM, Bicep, Terraform, PowerShell). Experience with Microsoft 365, including migrations and security. Strong understanding of cloud computing models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS). Excellent problem-solving abilities and the capacity to work both independently and collaboratively. Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Experience with automation and orchestration tools such as PowerShell, ARM templates, and Azure CLI. Expertise with DevOps practices and tools. Experience with hybrid cloud environments (GCP, AWS, and Azure). Experience in regulated environments, particularly within financial services is essential.
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