Infrastructure Cloud Architect

  • Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Ltd
  • Kings Hill, Kent
  • Feb 28, 2026
Full time Telecommunications

Job Description

Infrastructure Cloud Architect (Azure TOGAF Enterprise Architecture)

We are seeking an experienced Cloud Architect with strong enterprise architecture expertise, ideally TOGAF certified and deep hands-on Azure cloud experience. This role will lead the design, governance, and implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performing cloud solutions across infrastructure, applications, security, and DevOps.

You will play a key role in shaping cloud strategy, modernising legacy platforms, and ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture standards and security frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

  • Define and govern cloud architecture strategy aligned to TOGAF principles
  • Design and implement Azure-based solutions across IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS
  • Lead cloud migration and transformation initiatives
  • Architect secure enterprise solutions aligned with ISO27001 and Azure Security Benchmark
  • Provide technical leadership across infrastructure, applications, networking, and DevOps
  • Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform
  • Ensure DevSecOps best practices using Azure DevOps
  • Support hybrid infrastructure (on-prem & cloud integration)
  • Collaborate with security, networking, and development teams to deliver resilient solutions

Required Technical Expertise

Cloud Platforms

  • Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS)
  • Microsoft 365 (M365)
  • Azure DevOps
  • Cloud Security & Governance

Applications & Platforms

  • .NET Framework / .NET Core
  • Microsoft Dynamics
  • SQL Server
  • SSRS
  • M365 Apps
  • Exchange
  • SharePoint
  • IIS
  • Apache

Security

  • OWASP
  • Firewalls
  • ISO27001
  • Azure Security Benchmark
  • Microsoft Defender
  • zScaler
  • CASB technologies

Networking

  • Enterprise switching & routing
  • MPLS
  • ExpressRoute
  • Azure Front Door
  • Routing protocols
  • Firewalls

Infrastructure

  • VMware
  • Windows Server ()
  • Linux Server environments

Development & Delivery

  • SDLC best practices
  • Azure DevOps
  • Infrastructure as Code (Terraform)