Azure Infrastructure & Security Engineer | Terraform, Sentinel, DevOps | 15+ years

Azure Infrastructure & Security Engineer with 15+ years' IT experience, specialising in Azure cloud architecture, security engineering, and automation. AZ-104 certified (Azure Administrator Associate), currently completing AZ-305 (Azure Architect). ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer and GDPR Certified Practitioner.

Key skills and technologies: Microsoft Azure (Infrastructure & Security), Terraform / Infrastructure as Code, PowerShell automation, Microsoft Sentinel / Defender for Cloud, Azure DevOps (CI/CD pipelines), KQL (Kusto Query Language), Azure Networking & Landing Zones, Microsoft Intune / Modern Workplace, ISO 27001 / security governance, Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD).

Proven track record designing and securing global Azure environments (UK, US, EU, UAE, Asia), deploying Microsoft Sentinel and Defender for Cloud, and cutting Azure spend by around 33% through cost optimisation. Ran ISO 27001 internal audits and Cyber Essentials Plus certification, and automated incident response with Sentinel playbooks (Logic Apps).

Industries: MSP, legal, and enterprise environments. Experienced outside-IR35 contractor as well as permanent roles. Available remotely or for low-travel hybrid engagements, and can start at short notice.

Certifications: ISO 27001 Lead Auditor & Lead Implementer, GDPR Certified Practitioner, CompTIA CySA+/Security+/Network+/A+, Microsoft AZ-104, SC-900, MS-900, DP-900.