ICT Cloud Infrastructure and Platforms Specialist

• We develop cloud infrastructure and platforms, including IaaS and PaaS within our managed cloud tenants.
• We implement, configure and maintain managed cloud solutions.
• We design and deploy cloud infrastructure, including compute and platform services.
• We oversee cloud performance tuning, policy and management.
• We develop and maintain documentation for cloud processes and procedures.
• We collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and resolve system issues.
• We develop and maintain security protocols for cloud solutions.
• We plan and execute disaster recovery and business continuity procedures.
• We provide IT specialist advice to business users and IT peers within our specialist area.
• We may manage technical staff and supervise junior ICT specialists within our technical area.

Technologies:

• Cloud
• ICT
• IaaS
• PaaS
• Security
• Architect
• Azure
• DevOps
• Support
• Microsoft 365
• Office 365

• We are looking for someone qualified to degree level standard, or able to demonstrate equivalent skills and abilities.
• We need experience designing, implementing and technically leading in some cloud infrastructure and platform areas.
• You should have strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• You must understand the strategic and operational implications of effective IT for our organisation.

We are South Wales Police, the largest police force in Wales, serving approximately 1.3 million people across 2,117 square miles. We have invested heavily in our ICT department, creating exciting new projects and opportunities during a period of significant growth and technological change. This is a full-time, permanent role based in Bridgend, working 37 hours per week, with a salary of £47,046 to £54,696 per annum. We offer training and professional development opportunities, a Local Government Pension Scheme, annual leave that increases with service, flexible working depending on duties, free on-site parking, an on-site fitness centre and canteen, a collaborative and supportive environment, a cycle to work scheme, wellness programmes, and discount benefits. We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applications from under-represented groups.