Strategic Hybrid Cloud & Infrastructure Architect

La Fosse Associates; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Architect to lead strategic design and governance for enterprise infrastructure, including cloud and hybrid settings. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of network infrastructure and IT security, with expertise in cloud platforms like AWS and Azure. Responsibilities include architecture design, standards evolution, and mentoring junior staff. This role is pivotal in optimizing processes and ensuring system resilience in Birmingham.

Qualifications

• Deep understanding of secure configuration for network infrastructure.
• Advanced knowledge of IT security principles and operations.
• Strong expertise in cloud platforms like AWS and Azure.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain the architecture for cloud, on‑premise, and hybrid environments.
• Develop strategic roadmaps for data centers, cloud platforms, and networking.
• Evaluate new technologies and recommend improvements for performance.

Skills

Network infrastructure understanding

IT security knowledge

Cloud platforms expertise (AWS, Azure)

Infrastructure automation and scripting

Microsoft Endpoint Manager

Networking (VLANs, VPNs)

Disaster recovery planning

Analytical thinking

Stakeholder engagement

Tools

PowerShell

Terraform

Microsoft 365 suite

Exchange Online

Teams Admin

Job description

A technology consulting firm is seeking a Senior Infrastructure Architect to lead strategic design and governance for enterprise infrastructure, including cloud and hybrid settings. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of network infrastructure and IT security, with expertise in cloud platforms like AWS and Azure. Responsibilities include architecture design, standards evolution, and mentoring junior staff. This role is pivotal in optimizing processes and ensuring system resilience in Birmingham.