Permanent Azure Network Lead - Insurance - The City, London - Hybrid (2 days on site) My client a large insurance broker is looking to employ an experienced Azure Networking Lead. The role will be acting as the lead for Azure and cloud networking, supporting infrastructure/applications teams and supporting the overall Platform Services technology strategy. Responsibilities Design, Implement and manage robust network solutions within Azure and across global offices. Identify, design, and document network and security initiatives in support of Enterprise Network, Wi-Fi, Unified Communications, and & Cloud solutions. Provide technical guidance and support to internal teams on network related matters. Prepare and develop recommendation reports and presentations. Reviewing HLD & LLD documents to make sure they align with Architecture standards. Documenting standards for best practices for outsourcing partners Develop technical solutions, keep abreast of vendor products and services available in the marketplace. Be the networking lead when working with IT partners and vendors. Participate and contribute to ongoing global networking projects. Participate and contribute to the Designs Approval Boards and Technical Design Authority Be part of the escalation team for any network related issues Technical skills: In depth knowledge of Azure Cloud Networking, cloud first adoption experience. In depth knowledge of Azure WAN inc design and implementation. In depth knowledge of networking protocols, security architectures and encryption techniques. In depth knowledge of Azure Firewalls, NSG, App Gateway, IPS/IDS and VPN technologies. Skilled at writing HLD and LLD design documents. Good knowledge of Azure PaaS, SaaS and IaaS services. Relevant and up to date MS and Cisco Networking certification. Excellent Knowledge of Cisco technologies inc Meraki. Knowledge of FortiGate Firewalls. Excellent knowledge of routing technologies such as BGP, OSPF, HSRP. Excellent knowledge of SD-WAN technologies. Experience in deploying/implementing unified communication technologies. Ability to troubleshoot complex network related issues. Experience in ZTNA technologies is desirable. Provide technical guidance to the wider IT teams. Experience and knowledge of DevSecOps is a plus. Essential Minimum 5 years working with Azure Minimum 5 years working with Azure Networking Minimum 5 years working with Azure Firewalls Must have experience with Paas,Saas and Iaas Minimum 5 years experience writing HLD and LLD documents
14/05/2024
Full time
Permanent Azure Network Lead - Insurance - The City, London - Hybrid (2 days on site) My client a large insurance broker is looking to employ an experienced Azure Networking Lead. The role will be acting as the lead for Azure and cloud networking, supporting infrastructure/applications teams and supporting the overall Platform Services technology strategy. Responsibilities Design, Implement and manage robust network solutions within Azure and across global offices. Identify, design, and document network and security initiatives in support of Enterprise Network, Wi-Fi, Unified Communications, and & Cloud solutions. Provide technical guidance and support to internal teams on network related matters. Prepare and develop recommendation reports and presentations. Reviewing HLD & LLD documents to make sure they align with Architecture standards. Documenting standards for best practices for outsourcing partners Develop technical solutions, keep abreast of vendor products and services available in the marketplace. Be the networking lead when working with IT partners and vendors. Participate and contribute to ongoing global networking projects. Participate and contribute to the Designs Approval Boards and Technical Design Authority Be part of the escalation team for any network related issues Technical skills: In depth knowledge of Azure Cloud Networking, cloud first adoption experience. In depth knowledge of Azure WAN inc design and implementation. In depth knowledge of networking protocols, security architectures and encryption techniques. In depth knowledge of Azure Firewalls, NSG, App Gateway, IPS/IDS and VPN technologies. Skilled at writing HLD and LLD design documents. Good knowledge of Azure PaaS, SaaS and IaaS services. Relevant and up to date MS and Cisco Networking certification. Excellent Knowledge of Cisco technologies inc Meraki. Knowledge of FortiGate Firewalls. Excellent knowledge of routing technologies such as BGP, OSPF, HSRP. Excellent knowledge of SD-WAN technologies. Experience in deploying/implementing unified communication technologies. Ability to troubleshoot complex network related issues. Experience in ZTNA technologies is desirable. Provide technical guidance to the wider IT teams. Experience and knowledge of DevSecOps is a plus. Essential Minimum 5 years working with Azure Minimum 5 years working with Azure Networking Minimum 5 years working with Azure Firewalls Must have experience with Paas,Saas and Iaas Minimum 5 years experience writing HLD and LLD documents
Position Summary: As an Infrastructure Architect you will play a crucial role in driving the transformation of mission-critical Legacy systems for large-scale organizations. Your expertise in defining target architectures, roadmaps, and providing innovative solutions to complex problems will be instrumental in the success of our projects. You will be expected to lead by example, working hands-on in a variety of environments including cloud-hosted and data centre hosted, leveraging your deep knowledge in modern architectural patterns and cloud technologies to deliver robust, scalable, and efficient infrastructure solutions. Key Responsibilities: Architectural Leadership: Define and implement target architectures and roadmaps for transforming mission-critical Legacy systems in large-scale organizations, focusing on modernization and efficiency. Solution Provisioning: Tackle complex issues arising in programs and projects, offering viable, innovative solutions that align with the client's strategic goals. DevOps and Continuous Improvement: Review and improve DevOps practices to enhance the ways of working, ensuring a smooth, continuous delivery pipeline and a robust dev-ops culture. Cloud and Data Centre Expertise: Utilize your extensive experience in both cloud-hosted and data centre environments to architect and deploy scalable, resilient infrastructures, Cloud, H/W and Azure Stack Hub technologies, and containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes. Networking and Security: Apply in-depth experience in defining Non-Functional requirements and utilize expertise in CISCO Firewalls to ensure robust, secure infrastructure solutions. API and Integration Mastery: Design and implement robust APIs and data applications using Azure, with a strong grasp on API design principles, interface documentation, protocols, data exchange methods, and automated deployments using Azure DevOps pipelines. Infrastructure as Code (IaaC): Apply hands-on experience in IaaC to manage and automate cloud infrastructure, ensuring scalable and manageable cloud solutions. Agile and DevOps Culture: Promote an agile environment with a focus on continual delivery techniques and a strong dev-ops culture, while being flexible and ready to work hands-on in projects. Business Growth and Innovation: Support business growth by setting up a Center of Excellence ( CoE ) for Azure Stack Hub and Data Centre Infrastructure Architecture, hiring and mentoring junior members/apprentices, fostering a culture of innovation, and developing pre-sales and marketing content. Client Project Delivery: Deliver customer-specific projects with precision and a client-first approach, ensuring the highest standards of quality and service. Qualifications and Skills: Proven experience in architecture roles, with a focus on mission-critical Legacy transformation projects in large-scale organizations. Strong background in Infrastructure solution architecture using cloud and data centre technologies, particularly Azure/Azure Stack Hub, with additional experience in AWS being preferred. Comprehensive knowledge of DevOps practices, cloud-hosted and data centre environments, EDA, Microservice Architecture, IaaC, and containerization technologies. Excellent API design skills and experience in building data applications and automated deployments. Previous experience in designing and delivering systems based on IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS offerings. In-depth experience in agile environments, continual delivery techniques, and a strong dev-ops culture. Must be flexible to travel to London twice a week post-Covid. Leadership skills with the ability to set up a CoE, mentor junior team members, and drive innovation within the company. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across various teams and with clients. Location: Position may require flexibility in location, with a need to travel to London twice a week post-Covid. Commitment to Excellence: In this role, you will not only be responsible for technical architecture but also for contributing to the growth and innovation of our company. Your work will directly impact the success of our projects and the satisfaction of our clients, making you a key player in our team.
09/05/2024
Full time
Position Summary: As an Infrastructure Architect you will play a crucial role in driving the transformation of mission-critical Legacy systems for large-scale organizations. Your expertise in defining target architectures, roadmaps, and providing innovative solutions to complex problems will be instrumental in the success of our projects. You will be expected to lead by example, working hands-on in a variety of environments including cloud-hosted and data centre hosted, leveraging your deep knowledge in modern architectural patterns and cloud technologies to deliver robust, scalable, and efficient infrastructure solutions. Key Responsibilities: Architectural Leadership: Define and implement target architectures and roadmaps for transforming mission-critical Legacy systems in large-scale organizations, focusing on modernization and efficiency. Solution Provisioning: Tackle complex issues arising in programs and projects, offering viable, innovative solutions that align with the client's strategic goals. DevOps and Continuous Improvement: Review and improve DevOps practices to enhance the ways of working, ensuring a smooth, continuous delivery pipeline and a robust dev-ops culture. Cloud and Data Centre Expertise: Utilize your extensive experience in both cloud-hosted and data centre environments to architect and deploy scalable, resilient infrastructures, Cloud, H/W and Azure Stack Hub technologies, and containerization technologies like Docker or Kubernetes. Networking and Security: Apply in-depth experience in defining Non-Functional requirements and utilize expertise in CISCO Firewalls to ensure robust, secure infrastructure solutions. API and Integration Mastery: Design and implement robust APIs and data applications using Azure, with a strong grasp on API design principles, interface documentation, protocols, data exchange methods, and automated deployments using Azure DevOps pipelines. Infrastructure as Code (IaaC): Apply hands-on experience in IaaC to manage and automate cloud infrastructure, ensuring scalable and manageable cloud solutions. Agile and DevOps Culture: Promote an agile environment with a focus on continual delivery techniques and a strong dev-ops culture, while being flexible and ready to work hands-on in projects. Business Growth and Innovation: Support business growth by setting up a Center of Excellence ( CoE ) for Azure Stack Hub and Data Centre Infrastructure Architecture, hiring and mentoring junior members/apprentices, fostering a culture of innovation, and developing pre-sales and marketing content. Client Project Delivery: Deliver customer-specific projects with precision and a client-first approach, ensuring the highest standards of quality and service. Qualifications and Skills: Proven experience in architecture roles, with a focus on mission-critical Legacy transformation projects in large-scale organizations. Strong background in Infrastructure solution architecture using cloud and data centre technologies, particularly Azure/Azure Stack Hub, with additional experience in AWS being preferred. Comprehensive knowledge of DevOps practices, cloud-hosted and data centre environments, EDA, Microservice Architecture, IaaC, and containerization technologies. Excellent API design skills and experience in building data applications and automated deployments. Previous experience in designing and delivering systems based on IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS offerings. In-depth experience in agile environments, continual delivery techniques, and a strong dev-ops culture. Must be flexible to travel to London twice a week post-Covid. Leadership skills with the ability to set up a CoE, mentor junior team members, and drive innovation within the company. Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively across various teams and with clients. Location: Position may require flexibility in location, with a need to travel to London twice a week post-Covid. Commitment to Excellence: In this role, you will not only be responsible for technical architecture but also for contributing to the growth and innovation of our company. Your work will directly impact the success of our projects and the satisfaction of our clients, making you a key player in our team.
Position: Senior Network Engineer - SC Cleared Location: Rugby, UK Duration: Permanent JOB DESCRIPTION: Technical Network Engineer role, responsible for supporting the Network Infrastructure and associated DC services. This includes operational and administrative tasks under an ITIL framework to deliver support for two Data Centre's. The role is to deliver Network Service Requests, Incident resolution, and Change execution for the Data Centre's network environments. Qualifications/Requirements: Candidate must have valid Security Clearance. Strong Network Data and Security knowledge. CCNA Level networking knowledge. Strong knowledge of configuring Router, Switches, and Firewalls. Prior experience of NoC/Incident Handling and supporting Network technologies such as routing/switching, Firewalls, load balancers, and proxies that underpin multiple data centres. Experience working with alerting and monitoring tools such as CISCO DNA-C, Prime, Nagios etc. Experience working with any ITSM tool such as Service Now. ITILv3/ITIL4 certified or recent relevant experience working in ITIL controlled environment. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Role includes P1 Operational on-call support, subject to scheduling. Essential Responsibilities Operational support of Network environments across two UK Data Centres. Support in-house ticket analysis, workgroup management and escalations. Support Service utilities that underpin regional IT operations, including Monitoring & Alerting products. Technically support any requirements across the Cyber Security, Application, and Infrastructure groups in region. Follow and promote change control processes to ensure compliance and protect service. Follow asset management processes in region and improve CMDB accuracy. Document and control Standard Operating Procedure (SOP's) for IT processes. Promote and demonstrate an Automation First thinking. Deliver best fit use cases for automation. Collaboration with other teams across Linux, Windows, and DB teams. Desired Characteristics Demonstrate technical understanding of DC Architecture, Infrastructure, and service management. Experience with Packet Analysis. Experience with Load Balancers and Proxy. Experience in network tools such as DNA Centre/Infoblox/Prime. SoC Experience and some understanding of WAF and Firewall logs etc. Quickly able to technically analyses, diagnose, and resolve technical operational incidents and requests. Customer first delivery. Resolve issues with a desire to maintain service uptime & performance
08/05/2024
Full time
Position: Senior Network Engineer - SC Cleared Location: Rugby, UK Duration: Permanent JOB DESCRIPTION: Technical Network Engineer role, responsible for supporting the Network Infrastructure and associated DC services. This includes operational and administrative tasks under an ITIL framework to deliver support for two Data Centre's. The role is to deliver Network Service Requests, Incident resolution, and Change execution for the Data Centre's network environments. Qualifications/Requirements: Candidate must have valid Security Clearance. Strong Network Data and Security knowledge. CCNA Level networking knowledge. Strong knowledge of configuring Router, Switches, and Firewalls. Prior experience of NoC/Incident Handling and supporting Network technologies such as routing/switching, Firewalls, load balancers, and proxies that underpin multiple data centres. Experience working with alerting and monitoring tools such as CISCO DNA-C, Prime, Nagios etc. Experience working with any ITSM tool such as Service Now. ITILv3/ITIL4 certified or recent relevant experience working in ITIL controlled environment. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Role includes P1 Operational on-call support, subject to scheduling. Essential Responsibilities Operational support of Network environments across two UK Data Centres. Support in-house ticket analysis, workgroup management and escalations. Support Service utilities that underpin regional IT operations, including Monitoring & Alerting products. Technically support any requirements across the Cyber Security, Application, and Infrastructure groups in region. Follow and promote change control processes to ensure compliance and protect service. Follow asset management processes in region and improve CMDB accuracy. Document and control Standard Operating Procedure (SOP's) for IT processes. Promote and demonstrate an Automation First thinking. Deliver best fit use cases for automation. Collaboration with other teams across Linux, Windows, and DB teams. Desired Characteristics Demonstrate technical understanding of DC Architecture, Infrastructure, and service management. Experience with Packet Analysis. Experience with Load Balancers and Proxy. Experience in network tools such as DNA Centre/Infoblox/Prime. SoC Experience and some understanding of WAF and Firewall logs etc. Quickly able to technically analyses, diagnose, and resolve technical operational incidents and requests. Customer first delivery. Resolve issues with a desire to maintain service uptime & performance