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Overview

DXC are looking for an experienced Azure Architect to lead the design and delivery of secure, scalable, and resilient cloud solutions for UK government clients. You will work across multiple public sector projects — shaping cloud strategies, defining architectures, and guiding technical delivery in compliance with government security and governance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement Azure-based solutions that meet client and government standards for performance, security, and compliance.
• Implement Azure governance frameworks including Azure Policy and RBAC.
• Design secure architectures integrating Entra ID, Key Vault, Managed Identities and network security controls (NSGs, ASGs, Private Link).
• Serve as a trusted technical advisor to government clients, lead architecture workshops and provide mentoring to junior architects.
• Drive Infrastructure as Code (IaC) adoption using Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates, support CI/CD pipelines and advocate cloud-native practices.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Azure Architect, ideally within a consulting or IT services environment.
• Extensive hands‑on experience with Microsoft Azure services.
• Deep understanding of Azure security, networking, and hybrid connectivity.
• Strong knowledge of cloud governance, FinOps, and automation frameworks.
• Eligible for SC (Security Check) or higher UK government security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Familiarity with government assurance frameworks (ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, NIST).
• Experience in DevOps, IaC, and containerisation.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to work on high‑impact projects in the UK public sector.
• Professional development and certification support.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid working with flexible arrangements.
• Inclusive, collaborative, security‑conscious environment.

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