As our Senior Cloud & Network Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in the design, implementation, support and continuous improvement of our IT infrastructure. This is a hands-on senior technical position with broad exposure across Azure cloud services, enterprise networking, infrastructure, endpoint management, security, data platforms and automation.
Working closely with our Technical Manager and Solution Architect, you'll help deliver secure, scalable and resilient technology solutions that support the business today while driving our future cloud, infrastructure and data strategy.
This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues across our wider group, external technology partners and key business stakeholders. You'll be confident translating complex technical concepts into clear, practical solutions, influencing decisions and building strong relationships across all levels of the organisation.
As a senior member of the team, you'll also play an important role in mentoring and developing junior engineers, championing best practices and helping to strengthen technical capability across the wider IT function.
We're looking for someone with a strong technical background, a proactive and solutions-focused approach, and a genuine passion for continuous improvement and emerging technologies. If you thrive on solving complex challenges and enjoy making a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.
This role is based hybrid from our site in Cradley Heath Cox's Ln, Cradley Heath B64 5QU. Please only apply if you live in a commutable distance, 3 days a week.
Full UK driving license and access to own vehicle is essential for this role.
Azure Cloud & Infrastructure
- Design, implement and support Azure cloud infrastructure and services.
- Manage Azure environments, including security, governance, monitoring, networking and cost optimisation.
- Administer key Azure services including Virtual Machines, Storage, SQL Database, Backup, Monitor, Key Vault and Virtual Networks.
- Develop Infrastructure as Code solutions using Terraform and maintain deployment pipelines through Azure DevOps.
- Drive cloud security, platform resilience and standardisation initiatives.
- Lead and support cloud and infrastructure projects across the business.
Enterprise Networking
- Design, maintain and troubleshoot enterprise network infrastructure across multiple sites.
- Configure and support switching, routing, WAN connectivity, VPNs, firewalls, Wi-Fi and hybrid cloud networking solutions.
- Diagnose and resolve network performance, security and connectivity issues.
- Support network security architecture, access controls and segmentation strategies.
- Maintain network documentation, standards and operational procedures.
Data Platforms & Integration
- Design, develop and support cloud-based data and integration solutions.
- Build and maintain Azure Data Factory, Azure SQL, Azure Functions and Azure Data Lake services.
- Support the ingestion, transformation and integration of business data.
- Implement monitoring, governance and security controls across data platforms.
- Enable reporting, analytics and integration capabilities across the wider business.
Endpoint Management & Security
- Administer Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Entra ID environments.
- Manage endpoint compliance, device configuration and security policies.
- Support Cyber Essentials and wider cyber security improvement initiatives.
- Perform vulnerability remediation and technical risk mitigation activities.
- Maintain secure access controls, identity governance and privileged access management.
Automation & Operations
- Develop automation solutions using PowerShell and related technologies.
- Improve operational efficiency through automation and process optimisation.
- Implement proactive monitoring, alerting and observability solutions.
- Lead technical investigations, root cause analysis and problem resolution.
- Act as a senior escalation point for cloud, infrastructure and networking issues.
- Contribute to technical standards, documentation and best practices.
We're looking for a highly capable technical professional who can combine deep technical expertise with strong communication skills and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience designing, implementing and supporting Microsoft Azure environments.
- Strong knowledge of Azure infrastructure, networking, security, governance and monitoring.
- Experience managing hybrid cloud and on-premises infrastructure environments.
- Strong enterprise networking expertise, including switching, routing, WAN connectivity, VPNs and firewall technologies.
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune, Microsoft Entra ID, Single Sign-On (SSO) and Enterprise App Registrations.
- Experience developing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions using Terraform.
- Strong PowerShell scripting and automation capabilities.
- Experience working with Azure DevOps and modern deployment practices.
- SQL Server administration and support experience.
- Strong understanding of cyber security principles, controls and best practices.
- Excellent troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work confidently across cloud, infrastructure, networking, security and data platforms.
- Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Experience mentoring, coaching or supporting the development of other technical team members.
Desirable Skills & Experience
- Experience with Palo Alto Firewalls.
- Experience with Palo Alto ION SD-WAN.
- Experience with Zscaler Internet Access (ZIA).
- Experience with Zscaler Private Access (ZPA).
- Experience working within complex, multi-site business environments.
Qualifications & Certifications
Essential
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate.
Desirable
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert.
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate.
- HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate.
We're looking for someone who not only has the technical expertise to succeed but also shares our approach to how we work and support one another.
- Take Ownership - You take responsibility for delivering high-quality outcomes and see challenges through to resolution.
- Continuous Improvement - You actively seek opportunities to improve systems, processes and ways of working, always striving for better results.
- Collaborate and Support - You build strong relationships, share knowledge and work together to achieve common goals.
- Customer Focused - You understand the impact technology has on the wider business and deliver solutions that create value for users and stakeholders.
- Act with Integrity - You operate with professionalism, honesty and accountability in everything you do.
- Embrace Innovation - You stay curious, explore emerging technologies and look for opportunities to drive positive change.
- Develop Others - You support and mentor colleagues, helping to build technical capability across the wider team.
- Safety and Security First - You place security, resilience and best practice at the heart of every solution.
- Drive Results - You combine technical excellence with a practical, solutions-focused approach that delivers meaningful outcomes.
- Full UK Driving Licence - Required, with a willingness to travel between sites when needed.
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25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
- Health Cash Plan
- Company bonus scheme
- Advantageous pension scheme
- Learning & Development opportunities
- Employee high street vouchers & discounts portal
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Length of Service Awards
- Christmas savings scheme
- Wellbeing events
- Company events
- Company share schemes
- Christmas Closedown
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thyssenkrupp Materials UK operates a network of 8 sites with just under 500 employees in England and Northern Ireland which are in; Birmingham, Preston, Darton, Milton Keynes, and two sites in Belfast. We offer a vast range of metal material products such as stainless steel, aluminium and mild steel. We also provide a range of services, whether it be fully welded and fabricated finished parts or bespoke flat products cut to exact sizes. We have years of experience in the aerospace, construction and architecture, automotive and the general engineering industries.
We are part of a Global organisation, with around 480 locations in over 80 countries, thyssenkrupp Materials Services is the biggest materials distributor and service provider in the western world. The broad service spectrum offered by the materials experts enables customers to focus on their individual core business.
Here at thyssenkrupp Materials UK, we value diversity and therefore welcome all applications, irrespective of gender, nationality, ethnic and social background, religion and beliefs, disability, age, or sexual orientation and identity.
We are committed to providing a safe, respectful, and inclusive recruitment process for all candidates, employees and others involved. We expect everyone participating in the process, whether in person, online or by telephone, to treat others with dignity and respect. Bullying, harassment, discrimination, victimisation, abusive conduct, intimidation, or any sexually inappropriate or unwanted behaviour will not be tolerated. Where inappropriate conduct occurs, we may take appropriate action, which could include ending the interview or meeting, asking the individual to leave our premises, and/or withdrawing them from the recruitment process.
We want every part of the hiring process to be seamless and inclusive and so if you need any support during any stage, please reach out to [email protected] and we will be in touch to discuss how we can support you.
Please note that we reserve the right to remove this advert prior to the advertised expiry date, dependent on the level of response received. You are therefore advised to apply at your earliest convenience. Due to the volume of applications we receive, we are unable to supply individual feedback at the CV review stage.
