Our client is a complex governemnt department seeking a Principal Cloud Specialist. This role focuses on enhancing and supporting cloud services and infrastructure operations by providing ICT expertise, optimising public cloud platforms, and implementing orchestration, automation, and continuous improvement strategies. In this role, you will: Support development teams and projects by planning, designing, and implementing cloud infrastructure and platform solutions. Enhance system operations with a focus on automation and cost optimisation. Oversee the selection and implementation of orchestration tools to optimise cloud operations. Research and implement DevOps practices to minimise operational overhead for projects and application development. Provide technical expertise on Microsoft cloud services and platforms. Monitor and assess Microsoft 365, Azure, and AWS roadmaps to implement new cloud capabilities and enhance existing services. Identify and recommend improvements to maintain the effectiveness of Microsoft 365 and Azure platforms. Lead or participate in the development and continuous improvement of cloud infrastructure Disaster Recovery capabilities. Consult across all business levels to maximise the value of Microsoft technology solutions. Deliver business-facing support services to optimise core applications built on cloud services. Develop and maintain technical documentation for cloud solutions and platforms. Perform other duties as required to support departmental priorities. To apply for this role, please upload your CV in word format. Any queries, please email jessica.maihudson.com quote REF243822 Your interest in this role will be treated with the strictest confidence.