Platform Engineer – Azure, Azure Arc, XDR, Windows & Linux (DV cleared)

About the role

We are seeking a DV‑cleared Platform Engineer to support and enhance a large‑scale hybrid infrastructure across Azure and on‑premises environments. This is a 6‑month contract role, working hybrid with three days per week on site in Milton Keynes or London.

Key responsibilities

• Deploy and support Azure Arc‑enabled servers on Windows and Linux.
• Install, configure and troubleshoot Azure Monitor Agent (AMA).
• Deploy, upgrade and maintain XDR/EDR security agents across the enterprise.
• Monitor infrastructure performance, availability and security using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics.
• Administer Windows Server and Linux environments, including patching and security hardening.
• Support Azure networking, hybrid cloud services and infrastructure automation using PowerShell and Bash.
• Troubleshoot infrastructure, monitoring and endpoint security issues while driving continuous improvement.

Required profile

• DV security clearance.
• 6‑month fixed‑term contract, Inside IR35.
• Hybrid working model (3 days on site).
• Experience working within large enterprise environments.
• Ability to collaborate with Infrastructure and Cyber Security teams.

Required skills

• Microsoft Azure administration.
• Azure Arc.
• Azure Monitor Agent (AMA).
• XDR/EDR solutions (e.g., Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, Cortex XDR).
• Windows Server administration.
• Linux administration.
• Active Directory, DNS and networking fundamentals.
• PowerShell scripting.
• Bash scripting.
• Azure Monitor and Log Analytics.
• Terraform, Bicep or ARM templates (desirable).
• Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Entra ID, Intune or SCCM (desirable).

What we offer

• 6‑month contract up to £630 per day.
• Hybrid work arrangement.
• Opportunity to work on a modern enterprise platform supporting business‑critical services.