Job Description
Description
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced Azure Administrator to manage and optimise our Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure. This role sits at AVP/VP level and requires a hands-on technical specialist who can operate enterprise-scale Azure environments and ensure their stability, performance, and security.
The successful candidate will work closely with infrastructure, security, and application teams, while partnering with a separate DevOps function responsible for automation and deployment pipelines.
Requirements
Azure Platform Management
Administer and maintain Microsoft Azure environments across multiple subscriptions and tenants
Manage core services including IaaS, PaaS, networking, storage, and identity
Ensure high availability, resilience, and performance of Azure-hosted systems
Cloud Operations & Support
Provide 2nd/3rd line support for Azure-related incidents and service requests
Troubleshoot complex infrastructure, networking, and connectivity issues
Maintain operational documentation, configurations, and runbooks
Security & Compliance
Implement and enforce Azure security best practices (NSGs, Azure Firewall, Defender for Cloud, etc.)
Manage identity and access controls using Azure AD (Entra ID), RBAC, and conditional access
Ensure compliance with internal governance, audit, and regulatory requirements
Monitoring & Performance Management
Monitor Azure environments using Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and related tools
Proactively identify risks, performance bottlenecks, and capacity issues
Support incident response and root cause analysis
Stakeholder & Project Engagement
Collaborate with architecture, engineering, and business teams on cloud initiatives and migrations
Act as a subject matter expert for Azure platform operations
Support cloud adoption and continuous improvement initiatives
Required Skills & Experience
Core Technical Skills
Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure
Virtual Machines, App Services, and container platforms (e.g., AKS awareness beneficial)
Azure Networking (VNets, VPNs, ExpressRoute, Load Balancers)
Storage solutions (Blob, Files, Managed Disks)
Identity & Access Management (Azure AD / Entra ID)
Operational & Infrastructure Skills
Strong experience in Azure administration and platform support within production environments
Scripting capability (PowerShell and/or Azure CLI) for operational tasks and troubleshooting
Experience with monitoring and alerting tools (Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, Application Insights)
Knowledge of backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning
Security & Governance
Strong understanding of cloud security principles and Azure-native controls
Experience implementing governance through RBAC, policies, and secure configurations
Desirable Experience
Azure certifications (e.g., AZ-104, AZ-305, Azure Security Engineer)
Experience working alongside DevOps or platform engineering teams
Exposure to hybrid cloud or on-premises integration environments
Financial services or regulated industry experience
Leadership & Behavioural Competencies
Ability to operate at AVP/VP level with accountability for production environments
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
Structured problem-solving approach and attention to detail
Pragmatic mindset with focus on operational stability and risk reduction
Working Model
Hybrid working minimum 3 days per week in London office
Close collaboration with distributed engineering and operations teams
What Success Looks Like in This Role
Highly stable and secure Azure environments
Efficient incident resolution and reduced downtime
Strong governance and compliance posture
Clear operational visibility across all cloud services
How We Work:
Delta Capita is an equal opportunity employer. We positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of age, colour, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you require any reasonable adjustments through your interview process, please use the designated space within the application questionnaire.
This is a permanent full-time position located in London. As the selection and interview process is ongoing, please submit your application in English as soon as possible, if your profile is selected, a member of our team will contact you within 4 weeks. For this role, a valid working permit for the UK is mandatory.
Who We Are:
Delta Capita Group (a member of the Prytek Group) is a global managed services, consulting, and solutions provider with a unique combination of experience in Financial Services and technology innovation capability. Our mission is to reinvent the financial services value chain providing technology based mutualized services for financial institutions for non-differentiating services.
Our 3 offerings are:
Managed Services
Consulting & Solutions
Technology
To know more about Delta Capita and our culture click here: Working at DC - Delta Capita.
