IT Systems Engineer (Clod)

Landmarc Support Services Limited; Tilshead; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading support services provider in the UK is looking for a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to design, implement, and manage secure Azure solutions. The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in cloud environments, particularly with Microsoft Azure. Responsibilities include building Azure infrastructure, automating processes using IaC tools, and ensuring security and compliance. This role offers a competitive salary and benefits, and supports the mission of delivering quality service to the Armed Forces.

Benefits

Competitive Salary plus Outstanding Benefits

Pension contributions up to 8%

25 days annual leave pro-rata

Edenred Savings Scheme

Annual Salary Review

Life Assurance

Health Cash Plan

Professional Development

Family-Friendly Policies

Sick Pay after 6 months

Qualifications

• 3+ years in cloud environments, primarily Microsoft Azure.
• Strong problem-solving ability, excellent communication, and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Build secure, scalable Azure infrastructure and services.
• Oversee Azure resources across compute, storage, networking, identity, and security.
• Use IaC tools to streamline provisioning.
• Ensure performance, availability, and compliance with standards.
• Implement best practices for security and vulnerability management.

Skills

Cloud environments

Microsoft Azure

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)

ITIL v4 Foundation

Tools

Terraform

PowerShell

Bash

Job description

Are you passionate about cloud technology and eager to make an impact? Join our Technology Operations team as a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, where you'll design, implement, and manage secure, scalable, and resilient solutions on the Microsoft Azure platform. This is a hands‑on role focused on delivering stability, security, and innovation to meet the evolving needs of our business.

Responsibilities

• Design & Deploy: Build secure, scalable Azure infrastructure and services.
• Manage & Administer: Oversee Azure resources across compute, storage, networking, identity, and security.
• Automate: Use Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like Terraform or ARM templates to streamline provisioning.
• Monitor & Optimize: Ensure performance, availability, and compliance with industry standards.
• Secure: Implement best practices for security, patching, and vulnerability management.
• Migrate: Support workload transitions from on‑premises to Azure.
• Protect: Maintain robust disaster recovery and backup strategies.
• Innovate: Stay ahead of Azure advancements and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience: 3+ years in cloud environments, primarily Microsoft Azure.
• Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ‑104) and ITIL v4 Foundation.
• Technical Skills:
  • Azure services: VMs, Storage, Networking, AD, Key Vault, Security Center, Policy.
  • Container platforms: AKS, RedHat OpenShift.
  • Scripting and automation: PowerShell, Bash.
  • Networking fundamentals and cloud security principles.
• Soft Skills: Strong problem‑solving ability, excellent communication, and a collaborative mindset.
• Desirable Extras:
  • Azure SQL, MongoDB, Azure Sentinel.
  • Linux administration and hybrid workloads.
  • Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions).

What You Can Do

• Deliver exceptional customer service across the business.
• Work independently and as part of a team.
• Embrace ITIL processes and best practices.
• Communicate effectively and prioritise under pressure.

Prerequisites

• Eligible for BPSS & SC clearance (current SC desirable).
• UK driver's licence (desirable for travel between locations).

Landmarc provides the support services that enable Armed Forces from around the world to prepare for frontline military operations across the UK Defence Training Estate (DTE). This includes maintaining and delivering safe and sustainable infrastructure, managing and operating training areas and ranges and delivering multi‑million pound projects to improve vital training assets.

By joining Landmarc you will be supporting our vision to provide the best training experience we can for our Armed Forces. We are the first and only Special Purpose Vehicle to be contracted by the Ministry of Defence (MOD) as their Industry Partner on the UK Defence Training Estate and the only company that is solely dedicated to the UK DTE, delivering essential support services since 2003.

Company Values

• Integrity: Always do the right thing.
• Customer First: Put their needs at the heart of everything.
• Commitment: Deliver on promises.
• Pride: Take pride in what you do.

Why Join Us?

You’ll be part of a forward‑thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. If you’re ready to take your Azure expertise to the next level and make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Please note that all interview‑related correspondence will be sent via email. We recommend regularly checking your inbox, including your junk folder.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary plus Outstanding Benefits.
• Pension: Join our company stakeholder pension scheme, with contributions of up to 8% of your salary from Landmarc.
• Generous Holiday Entitlement: Enjoy 25 days of annual leave pro‑rata; your holiday allowance grows with your continued service; you can purchase up to 10 additional days each year.
• Edenred Savings Scheme: Unlock exclusive discounts and savings for you and your family.
• Annual Salary Review conducted in consultation with our recognised Trade Unions to ensure fairness.
• Life Assurance: Insured for three times your annual salary to provide peace of mind for your loved ones.
• Health Cash Plan: Access health benefits for you and your family (add up to four children under 24 to your policy).
• Professional Development: Reimbursement of professional fees and support for ongoing training.
• Family‑Friendly Policies: Supporting you during life's important moments.
• Sick Pay: Starts after just 6 months of service.