IT Cloud Engineer Apprentice

• Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Azure, including virtual machines, storage, networking and identity management
• Support routine system administration tasks, user access management and monitoring activities
• Develop an understanding of networking concepts including IP addressing, DNS, firewalls and VPNs
• Create simple PowerShell and Python scripts to automate tasks
• Gain exposure to tools such as Git, Terraform and Kubernetes
• Assist with maintenance, updates and cloud-based projects under supervision
• Work closely with your mentor and wider engineering team
• Communicate progress, ask questions and seek support when needed
• Build relationships across engineering, security, data and product teams
• Microsoft Azure
• Azure Networking
• Entra ID
• Azure Monitor
• Windows Server
• Linux
• Networking (IP, DNS, Firewalls, VPNs)
• PowerShell
• Python
• Git
• Terraform
• Kubernetes

Working hours: 37.5 hours per week

As XCM continues its move to the cloud, you'll develop practical skills in Azure, networking, automation and infrastructure while working alongside experienced engineers.

Initially, you'll focus on learning through training, mentoring and shadowing colleagues. As your confidence grows, you'll take on more responsibility, supporting real business systems and projects.

By the end of the programme, you'll have a recognised qualification, industry-relevant experience and a strong foundation for a career in cloud engineering.

Future prospects:

90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average.

Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 50,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you succeed.

Interested? Apply now!