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    "description": "<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>Role Overview</span></span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span><span>We are looking for an experienced Technical Architect to join our Cloud Engineering and Platforms practice. This is a hands‑on technical leadership role where you will design and build secure, automated, scalable cloud platforms - primarily on Microsoft Azure, while contributing to our strategic direction across multi‑cloud (AWS and GCP).</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span><span>This role is ideal for a pragmatic architect who pairs deep engineering capability with strong architectural vision — someone who can design “what good looks like” and build it using modern DevOps practices, automation, and robust hands-on infrastructure‑as‑code (IaC) experience.</span></span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>Key Responsibilities</span></span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span><span>Cloud Architecture &amp; Design</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Translate business needs into secure, scalable architectures using </span><span>Well</span><span>Architected</span><span> Frameworks</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Lead platform architecture (subscriptions, identity, networking, governance, landing zones, automation) and </span><span>embed</span><span> NFRs such as resilience, observability, DR, capacity, and SLAs.</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span><span>Cloud Platform Engineering &amp; DevOps</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Build automated cloud platforms using </span><span>IaC</span><span> (Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation, ARM, </span><span>GitOps</span><span>).</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Develop CI/CD pipelines (GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, GitLab) and reusable modules, guardrails, and </span><span>policy</span><span>as</span><span>code</span><span> to support secure, consistent cloud adoption.</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span><span>Security and </span><span>DevSecOps</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Apply </span><span>end</span><span>to</span><span>end</span><span> security across identity, networking, encryption, secrets, MFA, and </span><span>zero</span><span>trust</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Implement automated security scanning (SAST/DAST), dependency checks, and secure pipeline patterns, aligning platforms with </span><span>organisational</span><span> and regulatory standards.</span></span><br> </li>\n</ul>\n<p><span><span>Technical Leadership and Delivery</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Act as technical authority, setting architectural direction, standards, and providing mentoring and quality oversight.</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>W</span><span>ork across the full project lifecycle: presales, discovery, architectural design, hands‑on engineering, delivery oversight, and operational handover. </span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>About You</span></span></span><span> </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Hands</span><span>on cloud architect with strong engineering capability</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Experienced in designing and building secure cloud solutions</span><span> (</span><span>ideally Azure, with awareness of AWS or GCP</span><span>) </span><span>and </span><span>cloud</span><span>ready</span><span>, distributed, scalable architectures</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Skilled at leading technical discussions and articulating architectural decisions, trade</span><span>offs, risks, and business value to clients and colleagues</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Advanced</span><span> knowledge of</span><span> </span><span>IaC</span><span> automation (Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation) with strong DevOps skills across CI/CD pipelines, automation, and modern development practices</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Applies </span><span>secure-</span><span>by-</span><span>design</span><span> principles across infrastructure, identity, and networking, producing </span><span>high</span><span>quality</span><span> architecture documentation and diagrams</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Knowledgeable in cost analysis, </span><span>optimisation</span><span>, ROI modelling, and experienced working within agile delivery environments</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>Knowledge and experience of the following would be </span><span>advantageous</span><span>: </span></span></span><span> </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Cloud certifications such as Azure/AWS/GCP Solutions Architect, along with CCSP or equivalent</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Consulting or </span><span>client </span><span>facing</span><span> project leadership experience</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Experience with .NET or Python and modern infrastructure practices such as immutable deployments and </span><span>GitOps</span><span>.</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Familiar with cloud‑native security tooling and contributing to internal platform frameworks or shared services.</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>What we look for in our people</span></span></span><span> </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Strong alignment with FSP values and ethos</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Commitment to teamwork, quality and mutual success</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Proactivity with an ability to operate with pace and energy</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Strong communication and interpersonal skills</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Dedication to excellence and quality</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>Who are FSP?</span></span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span><span>FSP is a leading consultancy specialising in Digital, Security and AI solutions. Our success is enabled by our unwavering commitment to excellence, our people centric culture alongside best-in-class operations, ensuring impactful and sustainable outcomes for our clients.</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span><span>As a long standing and highly accredited Microsoft Partner, with extensive solution designations, we partner with clients across a range of commercial sectors, enabling digital transformation, </span><span>innovation</span><span> and robust cyber security. </span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span><span>We navigate the complexities of data sensitivity, confidentiality, </span><span>governance</span><span> and compliance. We blend strategic insight, depth of technical </span><span>expertise</span><span>, </span><span>delivery</span><span> and operational excellence to meet the specific requirements outlined. </span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span><span>We take a collaborative, one team approach with our clients to drive sustainable change, providing outstanding client experience and delivering exceptional results that are aligned with business priorities. </span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span><span>Our commitment to security and quality is reinforced by our ISO27001 and ISO9001 certifications (UKAS), as well as our CREST approved penetration testing and SOC capabilities. Additionally, we are an IASME Cyber Essentials Certification Body and Cyber Essentials Plus certified.</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span><span>Find out more about our </span><span>accolades</span><span> here: </span></span><a href=\"https://fsp.co/about-fsp/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span><span>https://fsp.co/about-fsp/</span></span></a><span><span> </span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\"><span><span>Why work for FSP?</span></span></span><span> </span></p>\n<p><span><span>At FSP, we are committed to providing:</span></span><span> </span></p>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>A collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career </span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>The tools and opportunity to do work you can be proud of</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>A chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry, who always seek to share their knowledge and experience</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Hybrid working – we empower you to make smart choices about when and where to work to achieve great results</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Industry leading coaching and mentoring </span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<ul>\n<li><span><span>Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package</span></span><span> </span></li>\n</ul>\n<p><span> </span></p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: bold\">Equal and Fair Opportunity</span></p>\n<p>FSP is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We assess applicants based on their skills, experience, and potential, without regard to age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, family or parental status, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, or any other protected characteristic.</p>\n<p>Please note that visa sponsorship is available for some roles, subject to eligibility and business requirements.</p>\n<p>Research indicates that individuals from underrepresented groups may be less likely to apply where they feel they do not meet every requirement, or where there is uncertainty about who a role is intended for. If you are interested in a role with us but are concerned that you may not meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply. You may be a strong candidate for this role or for other opportunities within FSP.</p>\n<p>We are committed to providing a fair and inclusive recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments to participate fully in an interview or meeting (whether virtual or in person), please let us know.</p>",
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