Job Title: Technical Cloud & Infrastructure Lead – Flexera ITAM
Location: Remote (UK-based)
Organisation: UK Central Government Departments
Contract Type: Full-time
Security Clearance: SC Clearance (or ability to obtain)
About the Role
My client is seeking an experienced Technical Cloud & Infrastructure Lead to design, implement, and manage enterprise-level cloud and infrastructure solutions across a complex UK Central Government environments. The role will focus heavily on IT Asset Management (ITAM) and cloud cost optimisation, leveraging the Flexera platform to ensure visibility, governance, and efficiency across on-premises, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments (Azure & AWS estates in particular). This is a remote-based position requiring travel to UK government offices as needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the technical strategy, design, and implementation of cloud and infrastructure services aligned with government digital and security standards.
- Act as the subject matter expert (SME) for the Flexera ITAM platform, driving best practices in asset discovery, normalisation, software license management, and cost optimisation.
- Develop and maintain Flexera One configurations, including data connectors, automation policies, dashboards, and reporting to support operational and strategic decision-making.
- Provide technical leadership across multi-disciplinary teams, ensuring consistent delivery of secure, scalable, and compliant cloud solutions.
- Collaborate with architecture, procurement, and finance teams to ensure accurate cloud cost management and license compliance across AWS, Azure, and on-prem environments.
- Lead integration of Flexera with other ITSM, CMDB, and monitoring tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Azure DevOps, Splunk).
- Define and implement governance frameworks and operational processes to support ITAM maturity and continuous improvement.
- Provide mentoring and technical guidance to internal teams and external delivery partners.
- Ensure compliance with HMG Cloud Security Principles, NCSC guidelines, and departmental policies.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Proven experience leading cloud and infrastructure initiatives within large, complex organisations (public sector experience highly desirable).
- In-depth knowledge/expert-level knowledge of AWS, Azure, Windows, and Linux (RHEL, Bottle Rocket), Flexera ITAM / Flexera One, including implementation, configuration, and administration.
- Strong technical background across cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and on-prem infrastructure.
- Expertise in IT asset lifecycle management, software license compliance, and cloud cost optimisation.
- Familiarity with automation and scripting tools (PowerShell, Python, or Terraform).
- Experience integrating Flexera with ServiceNow, CMDBs, and cloud-native monitoring tools.
- Solid understanding of governance frameworks, ITIL processes, and FinOps principles.
- Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and leadership skills.
- Eligible for SC Clearance and resident in the UK with British Passport.
Desirable Skills
- Experience working with UK Central Government departments or agencies. DWP/DBT/Home Office/DTI etc)
- Knowledge of Service frameworks and GDS Service Standards.
- Familiarity with SaaS management, software recognition, and license optimisation within regulated environments.
- Certifications in:
- Flexera Certified Professional
- Microsoft Azure / AWS Certified Solutions Architect
- ITIL v4 Foundation or Practitioner
- FinOps Certified Practitioner
What They Offer
- Fully remote working with flexible hours
- Opportunity to shape and optimise a national-scale cloud and ITAM capability
- Collaborative, mission-driven environment supporting digital transformation across government
- Competitive salary - £100K to £125K base plus 10% bonus and full benefits.
- Career growth & development as they scale
