Azure Cloud Architect, Hybrid | Security & AI

Talent; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 120,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

Talent in London is seeking an experienced Cloud Architect to lead target-state architecture, governance, and modernization of our Azure and hybrid enterprise environments. You will drive high-impact initiatives across cloud infrastructure, security, networking, and AI technologies.

You will serve on the Technology Design Authority, shape roadmaps, review ADRs, and ensure architectural standards. The role requires strong Terraform, Entra ID security, and collaboration with engineering and

Qualifications

• Deep experience delivering Azure/hybrid enterprise solutions.
• Experience in regulated environments is advantageous.
• Proven ability to drive architecture governance and ADRs.

Responsibilities

• Define reference architectures, landing zones, and reusable patterns using IaC (Terraform) and Azure DevOps.
• Architect guardrails using Entra ID, Defender, and Sentinel for Zero Trust and security posture.
• Oversee secure integration across on-premises, cloud, and SaaS with Cisco and Zscaler.
• Establish HA, DR, backup patterns to meet resilience requirements.
• Participate in Technology Design Authority, assess technical debt, and maintain ADRs.
• Build roadmaps, evaluate AI-related services, and guide cloud migration and modernization programs.

Skills

Azure landing zones

Terraform

Azure DevOps

Entra ID security

Defender/Sentinel

Governance/ADR

Hybrid architecture

Cloud security

Tools

Terraform

Azure DevOps

Entra ID

Defender

Sentinel

Azure

Cisco

Zscaler

Job description

Talent in London is seeking an experienced Cloud Architect to lead target-state architecture, governance, and modernization of our Azure and hybrid enterprise environments. You will drive high-impact initiatives across cloud infrastructure, security, networking, and AI technologies.

You will serve on the Technology Design Authority, shape roadmaps, review ADRs, and ensure architectural standards. The role requires strong Terraform, Entra ID security, and collaboration with engineering and