Cloud Operations Engineer

Job Description / ResponsibilitiesOperate and administer Azure cloud environments to agreed SLAs; ensure configurations meet performance, security, scalability, maintainability, and reliability requirements.Execute cloud implementation projects/pilots; produce deployment docs, runbooks and as-built artefacts.Codify deployments and changes via automation (Terraform/Bicep/ARM/PowerShell/Python) with “automation by default” principles.Engage in client ops meetings; drive process improvements and environment optimisation.Manage incidents/problems/changes with proper resolution, documentation and reporting.Audit, review and implement IT security policies.Security Tooling (must-have focus on Microsoft Sentinel):Microsoft Sentinel: onboarding, rule creation/tuning, hunting/triage, playbooks/runbooks.Database Activity Monitoring (DAM): policy configuration, monitoring/investigations, access reviews (Oracle/SQL Server/MySQL).CTVL: maintain/use threat & vulnerability library to prioritise and remediate risks.Nexpose (Rapid7): scanning strategy, assessments, reporting, remediation tracking, SIEM integration.Requirements / Skills3+ years in cloud operations/delivery with client-facing experience.Proven hands-on Microsoft Sentinel (required) and SIEM integrations.Practical vulnerability management with Nexpose/Rapid7 (or equivalent).Knowledge of DAM tools/practices and database security monitoring.Scripting/automation (PowerShell/Bash/Python) and IaC (Terraform/Bicep/ARM).Understanding of CIS/NIST/ISO 27001 controls and audit practices.Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, clear verbal/written communication, and teamwork.Good to HaveExposure to Azure networking, identities (Entra ID), Defender suite, log analytics/KQL.Certifications: AZ-104, AZ-500, SC-200, SC-100, Security+, CCSP/CISSP, Rapid7 VM.