Cloud and Infrastructure Manager

Enfield Council; Enfield; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Remote/office mix

Season ticket loan

Career development

Job summary

Enfield Council is seeking an experienced Cloud & Infrastructure Manager to lead the operational delivery of Microsoft cloud and infrastructure services, ensuring security, resilience and performance across the Council.

You will manage a team of engineers and specialists, drive service improvement, governance and delivery of major transformation programmes, and align work with council policies and security standards.

Qualifications

• Experience leading cloud and infrastructure operations in a public sector or large organisation.
• Strong IT service management skills and governance experience.
• Proven ability to develop and mentor technical teams.
• Knowledge of Microsoft cloud technologies and security standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operational management of Microsoft Azure, Entra ID and Microsoft 365 services.
• Drive service improvement, governance and security for council infrastructure.
• Manage suppliers, performance, risks and delivery of operational programmes.
• Collaborate with architecture, cyber security and delivery teams to achieve outcomes.

Skills

People leadership

Cloud infrastructure management

IT service management

Team leadership

Tools

Azure

Entra ID

Microsoft 365

Job description

Lead Modern Digital Services That Make a Difference

Enfield Council is delivering an ambitious Digital, Data & AI Strategy, supported by a major programme of technology modernisation, cloud adoption, cyber security improvements and digital transformation.

We're looking for an experienced Cloud & Infrastructure Manager to lead the operational delivery of our Microsoft cloud and infrastructure services and help build the secure, reliable and modern digital foundations that support services across the Council.

About the Role

Reporting to the Head of Infrastructure & Solution Design, you will lead the day-to-day operational management of the Council's cloud and infrastructure services, ensuring they remain secure, resilient, high-performing and fit for the future.

You'll be responsible for the operational leadership of Microsoft Azure, Entra ID, Microsoft 365 and related infrastructure services, while managing a skilled team of engineers and technical specialists. You'll drive service improvement, strengthen operational governance, and ensure services are delivered in line with Council policies, procedures and security standards.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys leading people, improving services and helping deliver technology that makes a real difference.

What You'll Be Doing

• Leading and developing a high-performing cloud and infrastructure team.
• Managing the availability, security, resilience and performance of Microsoft Azure, Entra ID and Microsoft 365 services.
• Ensuring teams operate in accordance with Council policies, governance frameworks and best practice.
• Driving continuous service improvement and operational excellence.
• Supporting major digital transformation, cloud modernisation, cyber security and technology refresh programmes.
• Managing suppliers, service performance, risks and operational delivery.
• Working collaboratively with architecture, cyber security and delivery teams to ensure successful outcomes across the Council's digital portfolio.

What We're Looking For

We're seeking a collaborative and motivated technology leader with strong experience of Microsoft cloud technologies, infrastructure operations, IT service management and people leadership.

You'll be passionate about developing teams, improving services, managing operational risk and delivering excellent customer outcomes through technology.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a major Digital, Data & AI transformation programme.
• Work across an exciting portfolio of modernisation, cloud and cyber security initiatives.
• Influence the future of digital services within one of London's largest councils.
• Develop talented technical teams and deliver meaningful change for residents and staff.

Hybrid Working

This role operates on a hybrid basis with a minimum expectation of two days per week working from Enfield Civic Centre.

Be Bold. Make a Difference. Show You Care.

Join us and help deliver the secure, reliable and modern digital services that power Enfield's future.

Contact Details

If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Mark Aylwin [e-mail], 02045341685 for an informal discussion.

If you have any difficulties accessing this information, please contact Andy Kingsbury, Senior Recruitment Advisor on 0208 078 5976 or [e-mail].

We do not see your name or title when shortlisting your application. This is one of many initiatives to build a more talented and diverse workforce. However, if you put your name on your CV or Statement it will be visible to us. For this reason, we ask that you do not include your name on these documents. Please note it is your responses to the Essential/Desirable criteria, as detailed in the Job Description and Person Specification which is available on the job advert, that will determine if you are shortlisted for an interview, therefore we encourage you to always address the essential and desirable criteria in your application/CV.

We are passionate about our people and how we deliver services to our community in Enfield. That's why we encourage a culture that puts our customers at the heart of everything we do - by empowering our people to work together to find solutions, be open, honest and respectful, take responsibility and listen and learn. If you value these behaviours too, we'd love to hear from you - and of course we are always happy to talk flexible working, click here to find out more.

Why it's great to work for Enfield Council:

• An excellent pension through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Up to 32 days annual leave depending on grade and length of service. You will also get eight public holidays per year and an extra day off at Christmas.
• A blend of remote and office based working for most roles.
• Interest free season ticket loan repayable over three or ten months.
• Career development and learning experiences from a range of training courses and learning methods.
• Employee Assistance Programme to provide advice and counselling services. This is a free and confidential service available to staff and members of their family.
• Health and leisure discounts and tax-free bikes for work.
• 1 month's paid sabbatical for registered Social Workers working in Children's Social Care.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications have been received. Therefore, we advise that you complete fully and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

If you have previously applied for this role within the past 6 months, unfortunately, a second application will not be considered.

Certain posts in the Council are 'politically restricted' which means that staff employed in these posts may not undertake political activities either in or outside the workplace and therefore if candidates are affiliated with any political party, we may not be able to proceed with their application.

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