Infrastructure Architect 600 - 680/day Outside IR35 Initial six-month contract with likely extensions Milton Keynes - two days onsite per weekWe''re supporting an organisation undertaking a major technology and cyber security transformation, with an opportunity for an experienced Infrastructure Architect to shape the future of its infrastructure estate.Working across on-premise infrastructure, AWS and Azure, you''ll assess a complex environment, identify architectural gaps and define a clear roadmap for improvement. You''ll work closely with engineering teams to turn designs into practical solutions across cloud, networking, security and operational resilience.The roleAssess and document the existing infrastructure estate, identifying gaps in configuration, ownership and capability.Define target-state architecture and improvement roadmaps across AWS, Azure and on-premise environments.Provide architectural direction for backup, disaster recovery and cyber recovery initiatives.Review cloud networking, hybrid connectivity, segmentation and security controls.Help maximise Microsoft capabilities across Entra ID, Active Directory, Intune, SCCM, Defender and Sentinel.Support engineers through proofs of concept, pilots and implementation, while challenging suppliers and guiding technical decisions.What we''re looking forStrong infrastructure architecture experience across both AWS and Azure, alongside on-premise environments.A solid networking background, including cloud networking ..... full job details .....