Azure Cloud Platform Engineer — SC Cleared (Defence)

CBSbutler Ltd.; Reading; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking experienced Azure Cloud Platform Engineers for a contract role supporting a Defence project in the UK. The position involves designing and operating Azure platforms under strict security compliance. Candidates should have strong Azure engineering experience, knowledge of infrastructure as code, and active SC clearance. The daily rate ranges from £590 to £650, and the role is inside IR35, ensuring competitive compensation for highly skilled professionals.

Qualifications

• Strong hands‑on experience with Azure platforms.
• Experience in secure environments like defence or central government.
• Understanding of secure‑by‑design cloud delivery.

Responsibilities

• Design and support Azure cloud platforms in regulated environments.
• Automate infrastructure using IaC.
• Ensure compliance with security standards.

Skills

Azure platform engineering

Security compliance knowledge

Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/Bicep)

Azure networking

Tools

Terraform

Bicep

Job description

A leading recruitment firm is seeking experienced Azure Cloud Platform Engineers for a contract role supporting a Defence project in the UK. The position involves designing and operating Azure platforms under strict security compliance. Candidates should have strong Azure engineering experience, knowledge of infrastructure as code, and active SC clearance. The daily rate ranges from £590 to £650, and the role is inside IR35, ensuring competitive compensation for highly skilled professionals.