Infrastructure Manager

• Location: Norfolk
• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, 
• Hybrid: - 2/3 days in office

I am delighted to present a leading client based in Norfolk who are looking for an Infrastructure Manager with extensive Microsoft cloud experience. This role will involve overseeing the design, implementation, management, and optimization of cloud infrastructure on Microsoft Azure. The ideal candidate will have deep understanding of Azure cloud services, web infrastructure management, and a proven track record in ensuring high availability, security, and scalability of cloud-based web applications.

• Oversee the design, deployment, and maintenance of web infrastructure hosted on Microsoft Azure, ensuring optimal performance, security, scalability, and cost-efficiency.
•  Lead and mentor a team of cloud engineers, ensuring best practices in cloud architecture, security, and automation. Collaborate closely with other teams, including DevOps, security, and development, to deliver cloud solutions that meet business needs.
•  Develop and implement cloud strategies for web infrastructure, including defining infrastructure as code (IaC) processes, automating provisioning, and managing cloud environments.
• Ensure all cloud infrastructure adheres to security standards and best practices. Manage access controls, network security, data encryption, and other security-related tasks to protect organizational data and resources.
• Monitor the health and performance of cloud infrastructure and applications, leveraging Azure monitoring tools and third-party solutions. Identify and resolve issues that affect availability, scalability, and cost.
• Optimize cloud resource usage and costs, working with finance and IT teams to ensure that cloud spending aligns with the budget. Provide regular cost analysis reports and implement cost-saving strategies.
• Develop and implement disaster recovery and backup strategies to ensure business continuity. Conduct regular testing and validation of recovery processes.
• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of cloud infrastructure architecture, processes, policies, and procedures. Provide regular status reports to senior management.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field. Relevant certifications (such as Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate) are highly desirable.
• Experiencemanaging cloud infrastructure and hands-on experience in Azure cloud services.
• Proven experience in managing web infrastructure, application hosting, and cloud platforms at scale.
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure services such as Azure App Services, Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure Networking, and Azure Active Directory. Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python, or Bash) for automation and troubleshooting.

To apply for the Infrastructure Manager position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this position.