- Company Name
- Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government
- Job Title
- Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
- Job Description
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**Job Title:** Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
**Role Summary**
Support cloud operations and infrastructure management across Azure, AWS, and Zscaler platforms. Focus on scalability, reliability, cost optimization, and compliance in a fast-paced, agile environment.
**Expectations**
Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC), manage cloud environments, automate processes, and ensure secure, compliant operations aligned with government security standards.
**Key Responsibilities**
- Design and deploy cloud infrastructure using Terraform and other IaC tools.
- Maintain cloud environments (AWS, Azure) to ensure performance, availability, and scalability.
- Collaborate with architects to enhance CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure deployment.
- Automate operational tasks and optimize system reliability.
- Monitor system performance, resolve incidents, and manage problem resolution.
- Track cloud expenditures, produce cost reports, and identify cost savings (FinOps).
- Administer user access lifecycle (Joiners, Movers, Leavers) using role-based access controls.
- Update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and enforce security policies, including vulnerability management and Azure Secure Score improvements.
- Support service transitions and operational readiness for new cloud initiatives.
- Provide technical leadership, coaching, and process improvements.
**Required Skills**
- Proficiency in cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, Zscaler.
- Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible) implementation.
- CI/CD pipeline management (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab).
- Scripting/automation (Python, PowerShell, Bash).
- Monitoring tools (e.g., Azure Monitor, AWS CloudWatch).
- FinOps practices and cost analysis.
- Security compliance (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and role-based access controls.
- Incident/problem management and troubleshooting.
- Stakeholder communication and cross-team collaboration.
**Required Education & Certifications**
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science, IT, or related field.
- Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate, or equivalent.
- Security certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CISP) preferred.