Head of Cloud Infrastructure

7 months ago

Aberdeen, United Kingdom SCOTTISH FUNDING COUNCIL Full time

**Head of Cloud Infrastructure**
**Permanent**
**Edinburgh/Hybrid**
**£61,626 - £72,684 per annum (Grade M1)**

Everything we do at the Scottish Funding Council (SFC) aims to create the right environment for colleges and universities to thrive.

The Scottish Funding Council is Scotland’s tertiary education and research authority. Our ambition is to make Scotland an outstanding place to learn, educate, research, and innovate - now and for the future. So, naturally, we have a clear focus on recruiting the best people and developing them throughout their career. We invest around £2 billion every year, and our funding enables colleges and universities to provide life-changing opportunities for over half a million people. 

We’re not only looking for the best people to come and work for us, but also people who will connect with our guiding principles which include working in partnership, championing diversity, and supporting sustainability for future generations.

By fostering our guiding principles, we are very proud of the inclusive working environment that we have created. We are committed to attracting people of all backgrounds: we want our colleague base to reflect the people and communities that we serve.

**Job Summary**

Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, and supported by a small team, this post is responsible for the development, growth, management, and delivery of SFC’s Cloud infrastructure and associated projects. This is high profile work as part of SFC’s longer-term Digital Transformation that will turn SFC into a smarter and more secure organisation.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Define and implement the strategic vision and direction of the Azure Cloud Infrastructure in alignment with business objectives and IT standards.
- Lead, manage, and mentor a high-performing team of Cloud IT professionals, promoting a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and customer-centric service delivery.
- Develop and maintain an Azure Cloud Infrastructure roadmap, addressing both short-term operational needs and long-term strategic growth objectives.
- Ensure robustness, scalability, security, and compliance of the Azure Cloud Infrastructure, enforcing best practices and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with various internal teams and external partners to build an integrated and optimized IT infrastructure.
- Direct the assessment and selection of Azure Cloud services and tools, conducting cost-benefit analyses and risk assessments to inform decision-making.
- Oversee the design and implementation of Azure Cloud migrations, ensuring mínimal business impact and maximum value realisation.
- Manage the budget for Azure Cloud infrastructure, ensuring cost-efficiency and value for money.
- Facilitate regular knowledge sharing and training sessions for the team to stay up-to-date with the latest Azure Cloud advancements.

**Person specification**

**It is important through your CV / Cover Letter that you give evidence of proven experience of each of the following essential criteria**:
**Essential Requirements**:

- Proven experience in a similar senior role, managing and developing Azure Cloud Infrastructures.
- Demonstrable experience in cybersecurity best practices and the integration of cybersecurity strategies into cloud operations to mitigate potential threats.
- Demonstrated leadership and team management abilities, including the capacity to lead high-performing, diverse teams through prior technical coaching/leadership roles.
- Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines.
- Excellent analytical, strategic conceptual thinking, strategic planning, and execution skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to liaise with stakeholders at all levels.
- Proven ability to analyse, understand and respond to complex issues demonstrating good judgement.
- Relevant certifications across major Cloud Providers, preferably Microsoft Azure.
- Degree level education (SCQF level 9) or equivalent experience

**Desirable**:

- Qualified in structured Project delivery methodologies (for example PRINCE II or Project Management Professional)
- Microsoft Expert Certifications, Solution Architect, Enterprise Administrator, Cyber Security Architect

**Core Technical Knowledge**

**Essential**:

- Solid background in the Microsoft 365 Suite, Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams
- Solid background in Microsoft Intune (Windows 10/11, Autopilot, Android/iOS, MAM/MDM)
- Proven experience in Azure Virtual Desktop deployment and management
- Proven experience in Azure Networking (Routing, DNS, Connectivity)
- Proven experience with Azure IaaS (networking, storage, virtual machines).
- Proven experience with Azure Backup & Recovery Services.
- Proven experience with Azure Governance (Blueprints, policies, tagging, cost management).
- Proven experience with Azure

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