Reports to Azure and Data Operations Manager

The Aztec Group have a requirement for a Technical Specialist focused on the Microsoft Cloud suite of products, including Azure AD, MS SQL and Azure, with comprehensive experience in the design and delivery of complex enterprise solutions built around the Microsoft technology stack. The role will involve working closely with both in house specialists together with external consultants, partners, and the business.

You should be able to clearly demonstrate good technical, analytical, organisational and communication skills together with a proven track record in cloud and database technologies.

Key responsibilities:

• Monitor, document and maintain effective system configurations.
• Prepare system specifications for new service deployments.
• Management and implementation of system deployments and upgrades.
• Implement changes using the appropriate change-control process across the IT infrastructure.
• Monitor support incidents and work with support staff to provide effective prioritisation and resolution.
• Ensure technologies are deployed in compliance with Aztec Security framework and standards.
• Build strong working relationships with all stakeholders including Aztec’s suppliers, application support teams and the business.
• Own and manage day to day issues and see through to completion. Escalate in a timely manner to senior members of the team where required.
• Be a creative thinker and look for new ways the business can leverage the technologies available to improve efficiencies and capabilities.
• Prepare and maintain procedure documentation relating to the overall environment.
• Ongoing professional development including the attaining of professional qualifications as agreed with the Azure and Data Operations Manager.
• Support of the Aztec Azure and Database environment
• Manage and implement changes to in house applications & database objects when required.
• Maximise database configuration to provide fast query responses.
• Maintain existing database systems with a view to sustaining performance and availability.

Skills, knowledge, expertise:

• Experience in Azure Active Directory (AAD), Active Directory (AD), Directory Services (Hybrid Identity)
• Understanding of Azure Security Services (Azure Advanced Threat Protection, Azure information Protection, Azure Security Center, Azure Log Analytics Microsoft Cloud Application Security)
• Understanding of Azure with a working knowledge in at least one of the following range of services - PaaS SQL, IAAS, Data Factory, Databricks, Azure networking, Azure Monitor Logic Apps, App Gateway, Azure Backup etc
• Knowledge or experience as a Database administrator using Microsoft SQL Server
• Knowledge in troubleshooting and resolving database problems
• Knowledge of High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for MSSQL Server
• Experience in implementing operational automation using SQL and PowerShell scripts
• Good understanding of network concepts such as TCP/IP, LAN, WAN, VOIP and VPN
• At least 2 years’ experience working within an IT environment
• Experience working in financial services will be highly regarded
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate at the appropriate level of detail and technical content for the target audience
• Excellent attention to detail
• A proactive approach to systems management
• Excellent relationship building skills
• Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage a diverse workload

Who are we?

Aztec Group has come a long way since first opening its doors in Jersey back in 2001. Our size and reach may have changed, but one thing that hasn’t is our identity – we’re proud to be a truly independent, owner-managed business that puts our people and clients at the centre of everything we do.

We understand that everyone will put value on different things and that’s why our employee package includes a variety of benefits. Here are some of the core benefits for all our people:

• Competitive salary
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• Flexible, hybrid working
• Generous holiday allowance
• Pension scheme 
• Private medical insurance, including eye care
• Permanent health insurance
• Life assurance (death in service and critical illness benefit)
• Worldwide travel insurance
• Ability to work abroad for up to 3 weeks per annum
• Onsite parking
• Regular social events
• Health and wellbeing programmes
• Significant investment into your personal and professional development

We will provide the training, both in house for relevant technical knowledge and professional qualifications to enhance your professional development. You will need to be quick to learn new systems and great with people, as close working relationships between our colleagues and clients is at the heart of what we do.