Cloud Engineer

About the company

VIQU have partnered with a growing technology services business looking for a Cloud Engineer to strengthen its Microsoft cloud capability. As a Cloud Engineer, you’ll combine hands-on technical expertise with opportunities to advise customers and shape Microsoft solutions. Initially focused on strengthening internal Microsoft cloud environments, the role will evolve towards customer consultancy, solution design and pre-sales, with opportunities to drive automation and support future AI adoption.

Your tasks

• Take technical ownership of Microsoft cloud environments, initially strengthening internal systems before expanding into customer consultancy and delivery
• Advise customers on Microsoft cloud solutions, supporting discovery, technical scoping, licensing and pre-sales
• Contribute to the design, implementation and improvement of Microsoft 365, Azure, Entra ID, Intune and SharePoint solutions
• Improve security and governance through vulnerability scanning, remediation and Cyber Essentials compliance
• Act as the technical escalation point for complex Microsoft cloud issues
• Drive automation and service improvements using Power Automate and Microsoft technologies
• Produce technical documentation, review backup and disaster recovery arrangements, and upskill colleagues

Requirements

Key Requirements

• Strong experience as a Cloud Engineer or senior Microsoft engineer, able to independently resolve complex issues and improve environments
• In-depth Microsoft 365 administration and troubleshooting skills across Intune, Entra ID, SharePoint and Exchange Online
• Practical Azure administration experience, including server infrastructure and supporting networking
• Experience with vulnerability scanning and remediation, using Nessus/Tenable or equivalent tools, alongside knowledge of Cyber Essentials
• Sound understanding of cloud security, governance, backup and disaster recovery
• MSP or multi-tenant experience preferred; candidates from complex, large-scale internal IT environments also welcomed
• Confident explaining technical solutions to customers, with an interest in developing consultancy, design and pre-sales skills
• Strong documentation skills and willingness to share knowledge with colleagues
• Power Automate experience and Microsoft certifications such as MD-102, MS-102 or AZ-104 would be advantageous
• Driving licence and flexibility to attend the office according to project requirements

What we offer

Know someone exceptional for this Cloud Engineer position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply).

How to apply

Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty via the VIQU website

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