10933JB
£60k – 70k per year
Cloud Monitoring & Data Analyst
5 days onsite – Police Security Clearance checks required
We are seeking a skilled Cloud Monitoring & Data Analyst for our client in Kingston upon Thames. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to manage and monitor an Azure-based SaaS solution, ensuring system reliability and an exceptional customer experience. The successful candidate will play a key role in real-time issue detection, incident escalation, and long-term trend analysis.
Key Responsibilities
Monitoring & Incident Detection
* Manage Azure Monitor, Application Insights, and Log Analytics for performance tracking.
* Configure automated alerts for App Service, SQL Database, and Blob Storage.
* Implement synthetic monitoring to proactively detect issues.
Data Analysis & Reporting
* Build long-term historical reports beyond Azure’s default retention period.
* Analyze performance logs to identify recurring issues.
* Provide insights into system downtime, trends, and customer impact.
Automation & Continuous Improvement
* Develop scripts and queries using Kusto Query Language (KQL), PowerShell, or Python.
* Implement automated remediation workflows where applicable.
* Suggest architecture enhancements based on performance data analysis.
Collaboration & Documentation
* Work closely with engineering, DevOps, and customer support teams for rapid incident resolution.
* Document best practices for monitoring, alerting, and reporting.
* Assist in setting up a customer-facing status page for improved transparency.
Required Skills & Experience
Essential:
* 3+ years’ experience in cloud monitoring, data analysis, or DevOps support.
* Expertise in Microsoft Azure services (App Service, SQL Database, Blob Storage, Azure Monitor, Application Insights, Log Analytics).
* Strong proficiency in Kusto Query Language (KQL).
* Hands-on experience with automation scripting (PowerShell, Python, or Azure Functions).
* Proven experience in setting up automated alerts, managing dashboards, and generating reports to improve system reliability and customer satisfaction.
Desirable:
* Familiarity with SIEM tools (Splunk, ELK, Azure Sentinel).
* Relevant Azure certifications:
o Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate (AZ-104)
o Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305)
o Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate (AZ-500)
If you have a passion for cloud monitoring, automation, and data-driven insights, apply now to join a dynamic and forward-thinking team!
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