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Acuity Knowledge Partners Acuity Knowledge Partners (Acuity) is a leading provider of bespoke research, analytics and technology solutions to the financial services sector, including asset managers, corporate and investment banks, private equity and venture capital firms, hedge funds and consulting firms. Its global network of over 6,000 analysts and industry experts, combined with proprietary technology, supports more than 500 financial institutions and consulting companies to operate more efficiently and unlock their human capital, driving revenue higher and transforming operations. Acuity is headquartered in London and operates from 10 locations worldwide. The company fosters a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment, nurturing talent, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity or sexual orientation. Acuity was established as a separate business from Moodys Corporation in 2019, following its acquisition by Equistone Partners Europe (Equistone). In January 2023, funds advised by global private equity firm Permira acquired a majority stake in the business from Equistone, which remains invested as a minority shareholder. For more information, visit Basic Information Position Title - Lead Engineer Experience Level 5+ years Department -Technology Location - Gurgaon Job Purpose The role involves managing and optimizing Azure cloud infrastructure to ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of company applications and services. It includes developing and implementing automation solutions using PowerShell scripting to streamline Azure-related tasks, collaborating with cross-functional teams to design, deploy, and maintain Azure resources, and providing technical expertise and support for Azure services to troubleshoot issues and optimize performance and cost-effectiveness.Key ResponsibilitiesProvision and configure Azure resources including virtual machines, storage accounts, and networking components. Implement and manage Entra ID services including user management, policies, and single sign-on. Design and implement Azure security measures such as network security groups, firewall rules, and encryption mechanisms. Monitor Azure infrastructure and services for performance, availability, and security compliance. Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for automating routine Azure tasks such as resource deployment, scaling, and monitoring. Handle and monitor cybersecurity controls as per company IS and compliance policy. Collaborate with developers to optimize application performance and troubleshoot issues in Azure environments. Evaluate and recommend Azure services and solutions to meet business requirements and performance objectives. Report security incidents and weaknesses observed immediately to the IS Manager.Follow client mandates, controls, and practices. Provide technical guidance and training to team members on Azure best practices and tools. Internal: Participation in clients audits, 3rd party certification body audits, and internal audits; interacting for IT procurement and invoice processing. External: Ticket management and follow-through with external technology vendors.Key CompetenciesBachelor's Degree or equivalent. Microsoft Certified Azure Administrator Associate. Azure Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) Management PowerShell Scripting for Azure Automation Resource Deployment using Infrastructure as Code (Bicep/ARM/Terraform) Entra ID Management Azure Networking (Virtual Networks, Subnets, Load Balancers) Azure Security and Compliance Azure Resource Monitoring and Optimization Azure Backup and Disaster Recovery Azure DevOps and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) Azure Cost Management and Optimization Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving in Azure Environments Azure Governance and Policy Management Collaboration and Teamwork in a Cross-Functional Environment