Azure Architect £700-800 per day Outside IR35 - 6 months SW, intermittent in-office requirement. Azure Architect - DV Cleared Ncounter is supporting a specialist consultancy delivering into highly sensitive National Security programmes, now seeking a DV Cleared Azure Architect to lead the design of secure, cloud-native platforms within a greenfield environment. This is a senior, hands-on architecture role combining deep technical delivery with client-facing advisory. You will define and shape Azure-based solutions, ensuring they are secure, scalable, and aligned to operational needs within high-assurance environments. Alongside design ownership, you will work closely with stakeholders to guide cloud strategy, architecture standards, and long-term platform evolution. Key Responsibilities • Design and deliver secure Azure cloud architectures across complex programmes • Define infrastructure and platform standards using infrastructure as code • Lead cloud migration and transformation initiatives from legacy environments • Embed security, governance, and compliance into all architectural designs • Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure scalable, resilient delivery • Advise stakeholders on Azure strategy, best practice, and emerging capabilities What We're Looking For • Active DV clearance is essential • Strong experience designing solutions on Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, networking) • Proven background in cloud architecture within secure or regulated environments • Expertise in infrastructure as code, for example Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates • Strong understanding of cloud security, identity, and access management principles • Experience working closely with stakeholders in a consulting or advisory capacity This is a high-impact opportunity to take ownership of cloud architecture on critical programmes, shaping secure Azure environments from the ground up while influencing long-term strategy. If you hold active DV clearance and want to play a key role in delivering secure, cloud-first solutions, we encourage you to get in touch.
29/04/2026
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Azure Architect £700-800 per day Outside IR35 - 6 months SW, intermittent in-office requirement. Azure Architect - DV Cleared Ncounter is supporting a specialist consultancy delivering into highly sensitive National Security programmes, now seeking a DV Cleared Azure Architect to lead the design of secure, cloud-native platforms within a greenfield environment. This is a senior, hands-on architecture role combining deep technical delivery with client-facing advisory. You will define and shape Azure-based solutions, ensuring they are secure, scalable, and aligned to operational needs within high-assurance environments. Alongside design ownership, you will work closely with stakeholders to guide cloud strategy, architecture standards, and long-term platform evolution. Key Responsibilities • Design and deliver secure Azure cloud architectures across complex programmes • Define infrastructure and platform standards using infrastructure as code • Lead cloud migration and transformation initiatives from legacy environments • Embed security, governance, and compliance into all architectural designs • Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure scalable, resilient delivery • Advise stakeholders on Azure strategy, best practice, and emerging capabilities What We're Looking For • Active DV clearance is essential • Strong experience designing solutions on Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, networking) • Proven background in cloud architecture within secure or regulated environments • Expertise in infrastructure as code, for example Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates • Strong understanding of cloud security, identity, and access management principles • Experience working closely with stakeholders in a consulting or advisory capacity This is a high-impact opportunity to take ownership of cloud architecture on critical programmes, shaping secure Azure environments from the ground up while influencing long-term strategy. If you hold active DV clearance and want to play a key role in delivering secure, cloud-first solutions, we encourage you to get in touch.
Are you ready for a challenging and dynamic role in a Security Cleared Environment? Thre role will be mainly Remote with some ocasaional travel to office once or twice a quarter for meeting in Hampshire. My client is looking for an experienced SC Cleared or NPPv3 Cleared Infrastructure Engineer to join an exceptional team, working on cutting-edge technical projects. Due to the nature of the work, this Infrastructure Engineer role will require you to hold an active SC clearance or be willing and able to undergo the clearance process (as such you must have lived in the UK for the last 5 Years) In thsi Infrastructure Engineer role you will be primarily responsible for the maintenance of, Microsoft Server and Desktop, VMWare, Cloud, basic networking, and support for third-party applications in an environment that requires SC clearance As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will: Maintenance and monitoring of crucial systems including: VMWare infrastructure, Microsoft Server 2022 (including services like Active Directory and DNS), Microsoft Windows 11 desktops, and third-party applications. Cloud knowledge (Azure or AWS) Updating and maintaining Anti-Virus software, Basic networking functionalities, Backup Management To secure this Infrastructure Engineer role, you will have: A proven track record of supporting and maintaining Microsoft Windows desktops and servers, VMWare infrastructure, local area networks, and security appliances. Experience working in a highly regulated and controlled environment Enjoy being customer facing Any experienc in a Cloud environement would be an advantage Hold Active SC Clearance. This Infrastructure Engineer role is the ideal chance for you to utilise your existing skills and active SC Clearance to work with cutting-edge technology and thrive in a fast-paced workplace.
29/04/2026
Full time
Are you ready for a challenging and dynamic role in a Security Cleared Environment? Thre role will be mainly Remote with some ocasaional travel to office once or twice a quarter for meeting in Hampshire. My client is looking for an experienced SC Cleared or NPPv3 Cleared Infrastructure Engineer to join an exceptional team, working on cutting-edge technical projects. Due to the nature of the work, this Infrastructure Engineer role will require you to hold an active SC clearance or be willing and able to undergo the clearance process (as such you must have lived in the UK for the last 5 Years) In thsi Infrastructure Engineer role you will be primarily responsible for the maintenance of, Microsoft Server and Desktop, VMWare, Cloud, basic networking, and support for third-party applications in an environment that requires SC clearance As an Infrastructure Engineer, you will: Maintenance and monitoring of crucial systems including: VMWare infrastructure, Microsoft Server 2022 (including services like Active Directory and DNS), Microsoft Windows 11 desktops, and third-party applications. Cloud knowledge (Azure or AWS) Updating and maintaining Anti-Virus software, Basic networking functionalities, Backup Management To secure this Infrastructure Engineer role, you will have: A proven track record of supporting and maintaining Microsoft Windows desktops and servers, VMWare infrastructure, local area networks, and security appliances. Experience working in a highly regulated and controlled environment Enjoy being customer facing Any experienc in a Cloud environement would be an advantage Hold Active SC Clearance. This Infrastructure Engineer role is the ideal chance for you to utilise your existing skills and active SC Clearance to work with cutting-edge technology and thrive in a fast-paced workplace.
We are looking for a Managing Security Engineer to lead the design, implementation and documentation of enterprise security monitoring platforms. This is a key technical leadership role, responsible for ensuring the right tooling, controls and processes are in place to help protect and monitor our clients' environments. This opportunity is ideally suited to someone with strong hands-on experience deploying and managing Splunk at enterprise scale. In return, the role offers the chance to broaden your capability and gain deeper experience in Elastic Security, with support to build your expertise further. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to assess risk, design effective security controls and define testing requirements. You will champion security by design, promote engineering excellence and act as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them understand their security challenges and implement practical, effective solutions to strengthen their security posture. This is an excellent opportunity to deepen your hands-on cybersecurity expertise while making a meaningful impact across both client and organisational security. This role is permanent and requires full-time, on-site working in Hemel Hempstead. The successful candidate may also participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota. What you will be doing: Lead the deployment, management and optimisation of Splunk Enterprise and Splunk ES platforms in large, complex environments. Support and develop capability in Elastic Stack / Elastic Security, with training and upskilling provided as needed. Design, implement and maintain data pipelines, including log ingestion, enrichment and schema standardisation. Develop and tune security detection content, translating threat intelligence and TTPs aligned to MITRE ATT&CK into actionable, high-value alerts. Manage the full detection content lifecycle: design, test, deploy, monitor, tune and retire, using version control and rollback processes. Automate workflows and platform configurations using CI/CD, SOAR, scripting and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and Ansible. Ensure platform performance, stability and resilience through capacity planning, high availability, disaster recovery and proactive monitoring. Provide technical leadership and guidance to internal teams and clients on security monitoring strategy and best practice. What you will bring: Proven experience deploying and managing Splunk at enterprise scale. Strong hands-on knowledge of SIEM engineering, including indexing, parsing, onboarding and performance tuning. Experience designing and optimising detection content, including MITRE ATT&CK-aligned use cases and alert tuning to reduce noise. Good understanding of data pipeline engineering, log enrichment, data quality and large-scale ingestion architectures. Strong knowledge of SPL; experience with KQL and EQL would be beneficial, but is not essential. Experience with automation and Infrastructure-as-Code within security monitoring or SIEM environments. Solid understanding of SIEM platform operations, including clustering, scaling, high availability, disaster recovery and performance optimisation. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to improving security operations. An interest in developing expertise in Elastic Security, with support and training available as part of the role. If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Hemel Hempstead Security Clearance Level: DV Cleared Internal Recruiter: Jane Salary: from £DOE Benefits: £5400 Car Allowance, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days, private health care, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund Loved reading about this job and want to know more about us? Sopra Steria's Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets.
29/04/2026
Full time
We are looking for a Managing Security Engineer to lead the design, implementation and documentation of enterprise security monitoring platforms. This is a key technical leadership role, responsible for ensuring the right tooling, controls and processes are in place to help protect and monitor our clients' environments. This opportunity is ideally suited to someone with strong hands-on experience deploying and managing Splunk at enterprise scale. In return, the role offers the chance to broaden your capability and gain deeper experience in Elastic Security, with support to build your expertise further. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to assess risk, design effective security controls and define testing requirements. You will champion security by design, promote engineering excellence and act as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them understand their security challenges and implement practical, effective solutions to strengthen their security posture. This is an excellent opportunity to deepen your hands-on cybersecurity expertise while making a meaningful impact across both client and organisational security. This role is permanent and requires full-time, on-site working in Hemel Hempstead. The successful candidate may also participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota. What you will be doing: Lead the deployment, management and optimisation of Splunk Enterprise and Splunk ES platforms in large, complex environments. Support and develop capability in Elastic Stack / Elastic Security, with training and upskilling provided as needed. Design, implement and maintain data pipelines, including log ingestion, enrichment and schema standardisation. Develop and tune security detection content, translating threat intelligence and TTPs aligned to MITRE ATT&CK into actionable, high-value alerts. Manage the full detection content lifecycle: design, test, deploy, monitor, tune and retire, using version control and rollback processes. Automate workflows and platform configurations using CI/CD, SOAR, scripting and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and Ansible. Ensure platform performance, stability and resilience through capacity planning, high availability, disaster recovery and proactive monitoring. Provide technical leadership and guidance to internal teams and clients on security monitoring strategy and best practice. What you will bring: Proven experience deploying and managing Splunk at enterprise scale. Strong hands-on knowledge of SIEM engineering, including indexing, parsing, onboarding and performance tuning. Experience designing and optimising detection content, including MITRE ATT&CK-aligned use cases and alert tuning to reduce noise. Good understanding of data pipeline engineering, log enrichment, data quality and large-scale ingestion architectures. Strong knowledge of SPL; experience with KQL and EQL would be beneficial, but is not essential. Experience with automation and Infrastructure-as-Code within security monitoring or SIEM environments. Solid understanding of SIEM platform operations, including clustering, scaling, high availability, disaster recovery and performance optimisation. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to improving security operations. An interest in developing expertise in Elastic Security, with support and training available as part of the role. If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Hemel Hempstead Security Clearance Level: DV Cleared Internal Recruiter: Jane Salary: from £DOE Benefits: £5400 Car Allowance, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days, private health care, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund Loved reading about this job and want to know more about us? Sopra Steria's Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets.
Infrastructure Engineer - DV Cleared Watford (On-site) Wintel/on-prem Up to £55,000 To apply, email: A secure government programme is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to support the deployment, integration, and ongoing management of critical IT infrastructure. This is a hands-on role working across server, network, storage, and desktop environments, supporting a highly secure and fast-paced delivery environment. Due to the nature of the work, active DV clearance is required to start. Key Responsibilities Deploy and integrate hardware and software across infrastructure environments Test deliverables, document outcomes, and manage fault identification and resolution Administer, maintain, and enhance systems to improve performance and service quality Provide 2nd and 3rd line support, working within agreed SLAs Deliver tasks in line with project plans, timelines, and quality standards Maintain operational documentation, asset records, and system updates Provide regular progress updates to internal stakeholders Key Skills & Experience Experience in infrastructure engineering within secure or specialist environments Background as an Infrastructure or Field Engineer across small to medium IT projects Strong hands-on experience with: Infrastructure administration Hardware deployment Fault diagnosis and resolution Ability to work independently and manage workload within SLA-driven environments Experience working in customer-facing roles Desirable Experience Knowledge of ITIL Service Management processes MCP certification (or equivalent) Understanding of secure data centre environments and UK Government standards Experience with: File and print clusters Thin client environments Messaging systems Strong customer service and stakeholder management skills Experience reporting across multiple levels and monitoring KPIs
28/04/2026
Full time
Infrastructure Engineer - DV Cleared Watford (On-site) Wintel/on-prem Up to £55,000 To apply, email: A secure government programme is seeking an experienced Infrastructure Engineer to support the deployment, integration, and ongoing management of critical IT infrastructure. This is a hands-on role working across server, network, storage, and desktop environments, supporting a highly secure and fast-paced delivery environment. Due to the nature of the work, active DV clearance is required to start. Key Responsibilities Deploy and integrate hardware and software across infrastructure environments Test deliverables, document outcomes, and manage fault identification and resolution Administer, maintain, and enhance systems to improve performance and service quality Provide 2nd and 3rd line support, working within agreed SLAs Deliver tasks in line with project plans, timelines, and quality standards Maintain operational documentation, asset records, and system updates Provide regular progress updates to internal stakeholders Key Skills & Experience Experience in infrastructure engineering within secure or specialist environments Background as an Infrastructure or Field Engineer across small to medium IT projects Strong hands-on experience with: Infrastructure administration Hardware deployment Fault diagnosis and resolution Ability to work independently and manage workload within SLA-driven environments Experience working in customer-facing roles Desirable Experience Knowledge of ITIL Service Management processes MCP certification (or equivalent) Understanding of secure data centre environments and UK Government standards Experience with: File and print clusters Thin client environments Messaging systems Strong customer service and stakeholder management skills Experience reporting across multiple levels and monitoring KPIs
Lead Network Engineer (VMware NSX) - SC / DV Cleared Location: Reading (On-site) Salary: Up to £75,000 + Company Bonus To apply, email: A highly secure government programme is looking for a Lead Network Engineer with strong expertise in VMware NSX to join a specialist networking team. This is a key technical role where you'll act as the subject matter expert for NSX, leading the design, implementation, and optimisation of network architectures within hyperconverged infrastructure environments. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies to solve complex challenges in a secure setting. Due to the nature of the work, SC or DV clearance is required (DV eligible as a minimum). Key Responsibilities Lead the deployment and configuration of NSX-T components Design and implement logical networking, distributed firewalling, load balancing, and VPN services Drive network virtualisation and micro-segmentation strategies Ensure high availability, performance, and security across network services Design and maintain identity and access management solutions Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and automation teams Key Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with: VMware NSX-T VMware AVI Load Balancers Cisco secure networking Experience working within hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) environments Proven ability to design and deliver scalable network architectures Strong understanding of identity and tiered access models Experience in highly automated environments Desirable Experience SD-WAN Network monitoring and management tools Security best practices and secure design principles Automation tools such as Ansible and Terraform
28/04/2026
Full time
Lead Network Engineer (VMware NSX) - SC / DV Cleared Location: Reading (On-site) Salary: Up to £75,000 + Company Bonus To apply, email: A highly secure government programme is looking for a Lead Network Engineer with strong expertise in VMware NSX to join a specialist networking team. This is a key technical role where you'll act as the subject matter expert for NSX, leading the design, implementation, and optimisation of network architectures within hyperconverged infrastructure environments. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies to solve complex challenges in a secure setting. Due to the nature of the work, SC or DV clearance is required (DV eligible as a minimum). Key Responsibilities Lead the deployment and configuration of NSX-T components Design and implement logical networking, distributed firewalling, load balancing, and VPN services Drive network virtualisation and micro-segmentation strategies Ensure high availability, performance, and security across network services Design and maintain identity and access management solutions Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and automation teams Key Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with: VMware NSX-T VMware AVI Load Balancers Cisco secure networking Experience working within hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) environments Proven ability to design and deliver scalable network architectures Strong understanding of identity and tiered access models Experience in highly automated environments Desirable Experience SD-WAN Network monitoring and management tools Security best practices and secure design principles Automation tools such as Ansible and Terraform
Lead Infrastructure Engineer (Windows) - DV Cleared Watford (On-site) Up to £70,000 + Car Allowance To apply, email: A nationally significant, highly secure government programme is seeking a Lead Infrastructure Engineer to take ownership of Windows-based infrastructure operations within a complex, mission-critical environment. This is a key leadership role combining technical expertise and team management, offering the opportunity to work on large-scale infrastructure solutions that directly support critical defence outcomes. Due to the nature of the work, active MoD DV clearance is required to start (single UK nationals only). Key Responsibilities Lead, manage and mentor a Windows Infrastructure team, building strong technical capability Support full project lifecycle delivery including design, estimation, and implementation Ensure infrastructure services are delivered in line with agreed SLAs Act as an escalation point for technical issues and service challenges Produce and maintain operational and user documentation Collaborate with Architects, Designers, and Project Managers to validate and improve solutions Support pre-sales activities and ensure governance standards are met Key Skills & Experience Strong expertise in Windows infrastructure technologies and best practices Extensive experience in enterprise infrastructure environments Proven capability in: Infrastructure administration Fault finding, diagnosis, and resolution Broad technical knowledge including: File & print services Thin client environments Messaging systems Virtualisation Hardware infrastructure Experience leading infrastructure projects using methodologies such as PRINCE2 or PMI Strong understanding of SLA-driven environments, governance, and compliance Desirable Experience Previous team leadership or mentoring experience within infrastructure teams Experience contributing to pre-sales or solution design activities Degree or Diploma in Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
28/04/2026
Full time
Lead Infrastructure Engineer (Windows) - DV Cleared Watford (On-site) Up to £70,000 + Car Allowance To apply, email: A nationally significant, highly secure government programme is seeking a Lead Infrastructure Engineer to take ownership of Windows-based infrastructure operations within a complex, mission-critical environment. This is a key leadership role combining technical expertise and team management, offering the opportunity to work on large-scale infrastructure solutions that directly support critical defence outcomes. Due to the nature of the work, active MoD DV clearance is required to start (single UK nationals only). Key Responsibilities Lead, manage and mentor a Windows Infrastructure team, building strong technical capability Support full project lifecycle delivery including design, estimation, and implementation Ensure infrastructure services are delivered in line with agreed SLAs Act as an escalation point for technical issues and service challenges Produce and maintain operational and user documentation Collaborate with Architects, Designers, and Project Managers to validate and improve solutions Support pre-sales activities and ensure governance standards are met Key Skills & Experience Strong expertise in Windows infrastructure technologies and best practices Extensive experience in enterprise infrastructure environments Proven capability in: Infrastructure administration Fault finding, diagnosis, and resolution Broad technical knowledge including: File & print services Thin client environments Messaging systems Virtualisation Hardware infrastructure Experience leading infrastructure projects using methodologies such as PRINCE2 or PMI Strong understanding of SLA-driven environments, governance, and compliance Desirable Experience Previous team leadership or mentoring experience within infrastructure teams Experience contributing to pre-sales or solution design activities Degree or Diploma in Computer Science (or equivalent experience)
DEVOPS ENGINEER- EDV CLEARED DEVOPS ENGINEER- Contract opportunity for a DevOps Engineer with active enhanced DV clearance. - Day rate up to £650/ day Inside IR35 DOE - Gloucestershire based offices - To apply, please call Laura Jackson on , or email with an up-to-date CV. WHO ARE WE?We're hiring for DevOps Engineers to join a consultancy delivering cutting-edge solutions for industry-leading National Security clients. You'll have the opportunity to work across multiple high-impact, innovative and mission-critical projects, shaping solutions that make a real difference. Due to the sensitive nature of the work, an active Enhanced DV clearance is essential. THE DEVOPS ENGINEER- Active enhanced DV clearance. - Gloucestershire based, or able to commute- Experience as a hands-on technical DevOps Engineer DEVOPS ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS- Experience operating in an SRE/ DevOps environment - Experience in containerisation technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes, for example. - Experience with Infrastructure as code technologies like ansible or terraform. - Ideally a has a coding background, utilising languages such as Python, Java, Spring Boot TO BE CONSIDERED:Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly on . For further information please call me: / . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLSDEVOPS, SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER, PLATFROM ENGINEER, CI/CD, CONTAINERISATION, INFRASTRTCTURE AS CODE, DEFENCE, NATIONAL SECURITY, DV CLEARED, DV CLEARANCE, SECURITY CLEARED, NSD
28/04/2026
Contractor
DEVOPS ENGINEER- EDV CLEARED DEVOPS ENGINEER- Contract opportunity for a DevOps Engineer with active enhanced DV clearance. - Day rate up to £650/ day Inside IR35 DOE - Gloucestershire based offices - To apply, please call Laura Jackson on , or email with an up-to-date CV. WHO ARE WE?We're hiring for DevOps Engineers to join a consultancy delivering cutting-edge solutions for industry-leading National Security clients. You'll have the opportunity to work across multiple high-impact, innovative and mission-critical projects, shaping solutions that make a real difference. Due to the sensitive nature of the work, an active Enhanced DV clearance is essential. THE DEVOPS ENGINEER- Active enhanced DV clearance. - Gloucestershire based, or able to commute- Experience as a hands-on technical DevOps Engineer DEVOPS ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS- Experience operating in an SRE/ DevOps environment - Experience in containerisation technologies such as Docker or Kubernetes, for example. - Experience with Infrastructure as code technologies like ansible or terraform. - Ideally a has a coding background, utilising languages such as Python, Java, Spring Boot TO BE CONSIDERED:Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly on . For further information please call me: / . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLSDEVOPS, SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER, PLATFROM ENGINEER, CI/CD, CONTAINERISATION, INFRASTRTCTURE AS CODE, DEFENCE, NATIONAL SECURITY, DV CLEARED, DV CLEARANCE, SECURITY CLEARED, NSD
Infrastructure Engineer - SC Cleared - Hybrid - 80,000 We're seeking a versatile Infrastructure Engineer with strong experience across modern platforms, virtualisation, cloud services, and secure environments. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges and working hands-on with a broad technology stack, this role offers the opportunity to make real impact in a high-assurance setting. Strong background in: Windows Server (2016+) administration RedHat OpenShift Linux distributions (CentOS/RedHat/Ubuntu) End-user device provisioning and hardening (eg, Autopilot) Single Sign-On concepts and operations Working within protectively marked or secure environments VMware technologies Microsoft Azure General networking fundamentals Automation and Scripting (PowerShell, Ansible) Experience with any of the following is a major advantage: Kubernetes administration (eg, VMware TKGI) vSphere, vCenter, VCF Azure or Microsoft 365 administration DevSecOps tooling and pipelines Nessus or similar security scanning tools Infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, Vault) Agile sprint-based environments Typical Responsibilities: Maintain, enhance, and secure multi-classification virtualised environments Support the development and adoption of Secure-by-Design infrastructure approaches Assist in the delivery and support of cloud SaaS platforms and project-specific cloud systems Execute infrastructure maintenance through change control processes Monitor and manage alerting, ticketing, and incident response workflows Identify, diagnose, and act on system alerts and performance issues Ensure all systems remain patched and compliant with security policy Assess incidents quickly, drive service restoration, and track follow-up actions Analyse trends to improve system reliability and performance Stay current with emerging cloud, virtualisation, and security technologies Provide guidance and technical support to teams and stakeholders Document processes, share knowledge, and support business growth activities Security Clearance Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be UK sole nationals and hold UK Security Clearance.
28/04/2026
Full time
Infrastructure Engineer - SC Cleared - Hybrid - 80,000 We're seeking a versatile Infrastructure Engineer with strong experience across modern platforms, virtualisation, cloud services, and secure environments. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges and working hands-on with a broad technology stack, this role offers the opportunity to make real impact in a high-assurance setting. Strong background in: Windows Server (2016+) administration RedHat OpenShift Linux distributions (CentOS/RedHat/Ubuntu) End-user device provisioning and hardening (eg, Autopilot) Single Sign-On concepts and operations Working within protectively marked or secure environments VMware technologies Microsoft Azure General networking fundamentals Automation and Scripting (PowerShell, Ansible) Experience with any of the following is a major advantage: Kubernetes administration (eg, VMware TKGI) vSphere, vCenter, VCF Azure or Microsoft 365 administration DevSecOps tooling and pipelines Nessus or similar security scanning tools Infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, Vault) Agile sprint-based environments Typical Responsibilities: Maintain, enhance, and secure multi-classification virtualised environments Support the development and adoption of Secure-by-Design infrastructure approaches Assist in the delivery and support of cloud SaaS platforms and project-specific cloud systems Execute infrastructure maintenance through change control processes Monitor and manage alerting, ticketing, and incident response workflows Identify, diagnose, and act on system alerts and performance issues Ensure all systems remain patched and compliant with security policy Assess incidents quickly, drive service restoration, and track follow-up actions Analyse trends to improve system reliability and performance Stay current with emerging cloud, virtualisation, and security technologies Provide guidance and technical support to teams and stakeholders Document processes, share knowledge, and support business growth activities Security Clearance Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be UK sole nationals and hold UK Security Clearance.
Are you a Detection Engineer ready to take on the fight against modern adversaries? Join a well-established SOC working with high-profile Defence clients, where your expertise genuinely matters. In this hands-on technical role, you'll own the end-to-end design, development and maturity of detection logic across SIEM platforms-engineering effective responses to real-world attacker techniques. You'll operate with a high degree of autonomy, acting as a trusted SME across multiple secure environments within a complex MSSP setting. This is a standout opportunity to advance your career at the sharp end of cyber defence. Location: Hybrid working - 2 days per week in our Farnborough office. Security: You must hold or be eligible for SC Clearance. What you'll be doing: ? Design, build, test and continuously refine advanced SIEM detection logic, including rules, correlations and analytics. Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities and adversary TTPs, mapping them to MITRE ATT&CK to close detection and visibility gaps. Tune and validate detections to minimise false positives and deliver high-fidelity alerts for SOC analysts. Act as a technical authority, providing expert guidance to SOC Analysts, Architects and Engineers to strengthen overall detection capability. Define, implement and maintain technical detection standards across environments. Clearly communicate complex technical risks and detection logic to both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. What you'll bring: Deep SIEM expertise, building advanced detection logic, automation and complex queries in Splunk (SPL) and Microsoft Sentinel (KQL). A proven track record delivering complex detection engineering projects within enterprise or MSSP environments. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to break down sophisticated attacks into actionable detection patterns. Confidence to own technical delivery end-to-end, driving work through to completion with minimal escalation. Expert knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, with real-world application in detection engineering. A BSc in Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline. Solid scripting skills in Python, PowerShell, or similar, supporting automation and data manipulation. Experience developing detections in QRadar and/or conducting EDR-focused threat hunting (e.g. CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint). Broad infrastructure awareness across Cloud (Azure/AWS), on-prem, and SaaS / PaaS / IaaS environments. If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent. Location: Hybrid: 2 days per week in Farnborough. Security Clearance Level: SC Cleared or eligible. Internal Recruiter: Jane. Salary: To £65,000. Benefits: 25 days annual leave with the choice to buy additional days, health cash plan, life assurance and pension. Sopra Steria: Our Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets.
27/04/2026
Full time
Are you a Detection Engineer ready to take on the fight against modern adversaries? Join a well-established SOC working with high-profile Defence clients, where your expertise genuinely matters. In this hands-on technical role, you'll own the end-to-end design, development and maturity of detection logic across SIEM platforms-engineering effective responses to real-world attacker techniques. You'll operate with a high degree of autonomy, acting as a trusted SME across multiple secure environments within a complex MSSP setting. This is a standout opportunity to advance your career at the sharp end of cyber defence. Location: Hybrid working - 2 days per week in our Farnborough office. Security: You must hold or be eligible for SC Clearance. What you'll be doing: ? Design, build, test and continuously refine advanced SIEM detection logic, including rules, correlations and analytics. Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities and adversary TTPs, mapping them to MITRE ATT&CK to close detection and visibility gaps. Tune and validate detections to minimise false positives and deliver high-fidelity alerts for SOC analysts. Act as a technical authority, providing expert guidance to SOC Analysts, Architects and Engineers to strengthen overall detection capability. Define, implement and maintain technical detection standards across environments. Clearly communicate complex technical risks and detection logic to both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. What you'll bring: Deep SIEM expertise, building advanced detection logic, automation and complex queries in Splunk (SPL) and Microsoft Sentinel (KQL). A proven track record delivering complex detection engineering projects within enterprise or MSSP environments. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to break down sophisticated attacks into actionable detection patterns. Confidence to own technical delivery end-to-end, driving work through to completion with minimal escalation. Expert knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, with real-world application in detection engineering. A BSc in Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline. Solid scripting skills in Python, PowerShell, or similar, supporting automation and data manipulation. Experience developing detections in QRadar and/or conducting EDR-focused threat hunting (e.g. CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint). Broad infrastructure awareness across Cloud (Azure/AWS), on-prem, and SaaS / PaaS / IaaS environments. If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent. Location: Hybrid: 2 days per week in Farnborough. Security Clearance Level: SC Cleared or eligible. Internal Recruiter: Jane. Salary: To £65,000. Benefits: 25 days annual leave with the choice to buy additional days, health cash plan, life assurance and pension. Sopra Steria: Our Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets.
Network Architect (DV Cleared / Single UK National) Basingstoke Fully On-site £600+ per day Contract We're looking for an experienced Network Architect to join a multi-skilled, agile engineering team delivering complex and secure infrastructure solutions from a customer site in Basingstoke . This is a hands-on, technically challenging role where collaboration is key. You'll work closely with security, service, and management teams, contributing to project delivery while shaping and improving network architectures in a high-security environment. If you enjoy owning complex network designs end-to-end and taking accountability for delivery, performance, and continuous improvement, this role will suit you well. What you'll be doing Delivering technical implementation of medium to large network infrastructures Working on project deployments including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance Supporting project SMEs with preventative maintenance and configuration improvements Identifying risks, meeting delivery timescales, and contributing to technical frameworks on larger projects Implementing technical best practice independently within a team environment Managing systems in line with SLAs , identifying and delivering service improvements Owning complex technical issues and working with third-party suppliers where required Keeping up to date with new networking technologies, tools, and approaches to drive continuous improvement What we're looking for Proven experience implementing LAN networks and infrastructure patching from design specifications Strong background providing architectural and technical guidance to ensure compatibility with: Enterprise architectures Policies, standards, and security strategies Experience delivering work to agreed deadlines and cost constraints Ability to provide timely fixes or workarounds where issues arise Understanding that solutions often require process, service, or operating model changes , not just technology Comfortable working in complex, secure environments with multiple stakeholders Role details Rate: £600+ per day Contract: 6-month initial engagement Location: Basingstoke (BSN01) - 5 days per week on-site Clearance: High-level clearance required (Single UK National only) Working pattern: Monday to Friday Start: ASAP This is a strong opportunity for a Network Architect who wants to be hands-on, influential, and part of a collaborative team delivering secure, high-impact infrastructure.
27/04/2026
Seasonal
Network Architect (DV Cleared / Single UK National) Basingstoke Fully On-site £600+ per day Contract We're looking for an experienced Network Architect to join a multi-skilled, agile engineering team delivering complex and secure infrastructure solutions from a customer site in Basingstoke . This is a hands-on, technically challenging role where collaboration is key. You'll work closely with security, service, and management teams, contributing to project delivery while shaping and improving network architectures in a high-security environment. If you enjoy owning complex network designs end-to-end and taking accountability for delivery, performance, and continuous improvement, this role will suit you well. What you'll be doing Delivering technical implementation of medium to large network infrastructures Working on project deployments including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance Supporting project SMEs with preventative maintenance and configuration improvements Identifying risks, meeting delivery timescales, and contributing to technical frameworks on larger projects Implementing technical best practice independently within a team environment Managing systems in line with SLAs , identifying and delivering service improvements Owning complex technical issues and working with third-party suppliers where required Keeping up to date with new networking technologies, tools, and approaches to drive continuous improvement What we're looking for Proven experience implementing LAN networks and infrastructure patching from design specifications Strong background providing architectural and technical guidance to ensure compatibility with: Enterprise architectures Policies, standards, and security strategies Experience delivering work to agreed deadlines and cost constraints Ability to provide timely fixes or workarounds where issues arise Understanding that solutions often require process, service, or operating model changes , not just technology Comfortable working in complex, secure environments with multiple stakeholders Role details Rate: £600+ per day Contract: 6-month initial engagement Location: Basingstoke (BSN01) - 5 days per week on-site Clearance: High-level clearance required (Single UK National only) Working pattern: Monday to Friday Start: ASAP This is a strong opportunity for a Network Architect who wants to be hands-on, influential, and part of a collaborative team delivering secure, high-impact infrastructure.
Cyber Security Assurance Specialist SC Cleared We're supporting a leading UK research and technology organisation delivering nationally significant programmes, and they're looking for an SC cleared Cyber Security Assurance Specialist to play a key role in securing a complex, hybrid technology estate. The chosen candidate must have capabilites in risk assessments across IT, Cloud and OT environments with exposure to secure cloud or infrastructure design (Azure/M365).This is 8 month rolling contract, paying £407 PD Inside IR 35 to be based in Culham two to three days per week. Key responsibilities include: Conducting risk assessments across IT, cloud and OT environments Reviewing and advising on security architecture & design patterns Owning and maintaining enterprise risk registers Leading technical assurance reviews aligned to GovAssure / CAF / ISO27001 Supporting audit, compliance, and remediation activities Embedding security controls across platforms (Azure, M365, infrastructure) Working closely with engineering, architecture, and delivery teams Key experience: Strong experience in cyber security assurance / risk / governance roles Proven background in secure cloud or infrastructure design (Azure/M365) Experience with risk frameworks (ISO 31000, NIST, OWASP etc.) Knowledge of GovAssure, CAF, ISO27001, Cyber Essentials Entra ID / Azure / M365 SIEM / EDR / vulnerability management tools Access control models (RBAC/ABAC) Experience supporting audits, assurance reviews, and remediation plans Ability to translate technical risk into clear business language SC cleared, one stage, must be commutable from Cluham.
27/04/2026
Contractor
Cyber Security Assurance Specialist SC Cleared We're supporting a leading UK research and technology organisation delivering nationally significant programmes, and they're looking for an SC cleared Cyber Security Assurance Specialist to play a key role in securing a complex, hybrid technology estate. The chosen candidate must have capabilites in risk assessments across IT, Cloud and OT environments with exposure to secure cloud or infrastructure design (Azure/M365).This is 8 month rolling contract, paying £407 PD Inside IR 35 to be based in Culham two to three days per week. Key responsibilities include: Conducting risk assessments across IT, cloud and OT environments Reviewing and advising on security architecture & design patterns Owning and maintaining enterprise risk registers Leading technical assurance reviews aligned to GovAssure / CAF / ISO27001 Supporting audit, compliance, and remediation activities Embedding security controls across platforms (Azure, M365, infrastructure) Working closely with engineering, architecture, and delivery teams Key experience: Strong experience in cyber security assurance / risk / governance roles Proven background in secure cloud or infrastructure design (Azure/M365) Experience with risk frameworks (ISO 31000, NIST, OWASP etc.) Knowledge of GovAssure, CAF, ISO27001, Cyber Essentials Entra ID / Azure / M365 SIEM / EDR / vulnerability management tools Access control models (RBAC/ABAC) Experience supporting audits, assurance reviews, and remediation plans Ability to translate technical risk into clear business language SC cleared, one stage, must be commutable from Cluham.
Network Architect - Basingstoke (Office-based) Duration: 6 months Rate: Up to 600 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through high security clearance Are you ready to make a real impact and help shape the future of technology? Our client, a reputable organisation, is seeking a talented Network Architect to join a dynamic, multi-skilled agile team in Basingstoke. This is an exciting opportunity to work on varied projects, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and contribute to innovative solutions. What you'll be doing: Lead the technical implementation of medium to large network infrastructures, ensuring delivery within timescales and managing risks. Provide expert guidance on LAN network setup, infrastructure patching, troubleshooting, and problem resolution. Advise on preventive maintenance and configuration adjustments to optimise product performance and customer satisfaction. Manage systems within SLA, proposing improvements and implementing changes to meet service standards. Engage with third parties to resolve complex product issues and ensure seamless project delivery. Stay current with new tools, products, and techniques, promoting continuous improvement within the team. What you'll bring: Proven experience in independently implementing LAN networks and infrastructure patching according to design specifications. Strong knowledge of solution development, ensuring compatibility with existing architectures, policies, and standards. Ability to meet project deadlines and manage costs effectively. Skilled in diagnosing and resolving issues swiftly, providing timely workarounds or fixes. Flexibility to adapt to changes in service, process, or operating models, aligning solutions with business needs. If you're passionate about network architecture and eager to contribute to impactful projects, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join a forward-thinking team dedicated to technological excellence.
24/04/2026
Contractor
Network Architect - Basingstoke (Office-based) Duration: 6 months Rate: Up to 600 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through high security clearance Are you ready to make a real impact and help shape the future of technology? Our client, a reputable organisation, is seeking a talented Network Architect to join a dynamic, multi-skilled agile team in Basingstoke. This is an exciting opportunity to work on varied projects, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and contribute to innovative solutions. What you'll be doing: Lead the technical implementation of medium to large network infrastructures, ensuring delivery within timescales and managing risks. Provide expert guidance on LAN network setup, infrastructure patching, troubleshooting, and problem resolution. Advise on preventive maintenance and configuration adjustments to optimise product performance and customer satisfaction. Manage systems within SLA, proposing improvements and implementing changes to meet service standards. Engage with third parties to resolve complex product issues and ensure seamless project delivery. Stay current with new tools, products, and techniques, promoting continuous improvement within the team. What you'll bring: Proven experience in independently implementing LAN networks and infrastructure patching according to design specifications. Strong knowledge of solution development, ensuring compatibility with existing architectures, policies, and standards. Ability to meet project deadlines and manage costs effectively. Skilled in diagnosing and resolving issues swiftly, providing timely workarounds or fixes. Flexibility to adapt to changes in service, process, or operating models, aligning solutions with business needs. If you're passionate about network architecture and eager to contribute to impactful projects, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join a forward-thinking team dedicated to technological excellence.
DEVOPS TECHNICAL LEAD- SC CLEARED DEVOPS TECHNICAL LEAD- Contract opportunity for a DevOps Tech Lead with active SC clearance. - Up to £650/ day Inside IR35 DOE - Remote Opportunity - To apply, please call Laura Jackson on , or email with an up-to-date CV. WHO ARE WE?We're hiring for Platform Engineers to join a leading consultancy delivering cutting-edge solutions for Public Sector clients. You'll have the opportunity to work across multiple high-impact, innovative and mission-critical projects, shaping solutions that make a real difference. Due to the sensitive nature of the work, an active SC Clearence THE DEVOPS TECHNICAL LEAD- Active SC Clearance- Experience as in a Platform/ DevOps leadership role. DEVOPS TECHNICAL LEAD ESSENTIAL SKILLS- Ability to lead delivery across AWS environments.- Identify issues and enhance reliability/ performance, and deployment processes across live systems.- Manage CI/CD pipelines, release processes, infrastructure as code, and deployment automation to ensure efficient and secure operations.- Guide and mentor junior engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure alignment with architectural standards.- Apply hands-on experience with AWS, Linux, scripting, CMS platforms and troubleshooting across complex environments. TO BE CONSIDERED:Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly on . For further information please call me: / . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLSPLATFORM ENGINEER, AWS, AWS ENGINEER, DEVOPS ENGINEER, DEVOPS LEAD, TECH LEAD, CLOUD ENGINEER, ANSIBLE, TERRAFORM, INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT, DEFENCE, NATIONAL SECURITY, DV CLEARED, DV CLEARANCE, SECURITY CLEARED, NSD
24/04/2026
Contractor
DEVOPS TECHNICAL LEAD- SC CLEARED DEVOPS TECHNICAL LEAD- Contract opportunity for a DevOps Tech Lead with active SC clearance. - Up to £650/ day Inside IR35 DOE - Remote Opportunity - To apply, please call Laura Jackson on , or email with an up-to-date CV. WHO ARE WE?We're hiring for Platform Engineers to join a leading consultancy delivering cutting-edge solutions for Public Sector clients. You'll have the opportunity to work across multiple high-impact, innovative and mission-critical projects, shaping solutions that make a real difference. Due to the sensitive nature of the work, an active SC Clearence THE DEVOPS TECHNICAL LEAD- Active SC Clearance- Experience as in a Platform/ DevOps leadership role. DEVOPS TECHNICAL LEAD ESSENTIAL SKILLS- Ability to lead delivery across AWS environments.- Identify issues and enhance reliability/ performance, and deployment processes across live systems.- Manage CI/CD pipelines, release processes, infrastructure as code, and deployment automation to ensure efficient and secure operations.- Guide and mentor junior engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure alignment with architectural standards.- Apply hands-on experience with AWS, Linux, scripting, CMS platforms and troubleshooting across complex environments. TO BE CONSIDERED:Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly on . For further information please call me: / . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLSPLATFORM ENGINEER, AWS, AWS ENGINEER, DEVOPS ENGINEER, DEVOPS LEAD, TECH LEAD, CLOUD ENGINEER, ANSIBLE, TERRAFORM, INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT, DEFENCE, NATIONAL SECURITY, DV CLEARED, DV CLEARANCE, SECURITY CLEARED, NSD
SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER- SC CLEARED SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER- Permanent opportunity for a Site Reliability Engineer with active SC clearance and eligibility for DV Clearance. - Salary up to £60,000 DOE- Hybrid opportunity with Hampshire based offices - To apply, please call Laura Jackson on , or email with an up-to-date CV. WHO ARE WE?We're hiring for Site Reliability Engineers to join an SME delivering cutting-edge solutions for industry-leading Defence clients. You'll have the opportunity to work across multiple high-impact, innovative and mission-critical projects, shaping solutions that make a real difference. Due to the sensitive nature of the work, an active SC Clearence and eligibility for DV clearance is required. THE SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER- Active SC Clearance and eligibility for DV Clearance - Hampshire Based or ability to travel 3 days/ week.- Experience as in an Azure focused Site Reliability Engineering/ DevOps or Infrastructure Development role. SITE RELIABILITY ESSENTIAL SKILLS- Experience with DevOps and automation tooling, such as Ansible, Terraform and Git - Strong experience in Linux System Administration (Ubuntu/RHEL) for performance tuning, troubleshooting and systems management- Hands-on experience with Azure infrastructure- Ability to write and work with scripts (e.g. Bash, Python, PowerShell)- Troubleshooting skills to ensure system reliability and optimise platforms across complex environments. TO BE CONSIDERED:Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly on . For further information please call me: / . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLSPLATFORM ENGINEER, SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER, AZURE, INFRASTRUCTURE, AZURE ARCHITECT, AZURE CONSULTANT, CLOUD ENGINEER, ANSIBLE, TERRAFORM, INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT, DEFENCE, NATIONAL SECURITY, DV CLEARED, DV CLEARANCE, SECURITY CLEARED, NSD
24/04/2026
Full time
SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER- SC CLEARED SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER- Permanent opportunity for a Site Reliability Engineer with active SC clearance and eligibility for DV Clearance. - Salary up to £60,000 DOE- Hybrid opportunity with Hampshire based offices - To apply, please call Laura Jackson on , or email with an up-to-date CV. WHO ARE WE?We're hiring for Site Reliability Engineers to join an SME delivering cutting-edge solutions for industry-leading Defence clients. You'll have the opportunity to work across multiple high-impact, innovative and mission-critical projects, shaping solutions that make a real difference. Due to the sensitive nature of the work, an active SC Clearence and eligibility for DV clearance is required. THE SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER- Active SC Clearance and eligibility for DV Clearance - Hampshire Based or ability to travel 3 days/ week.- Experience as in an Azure focused Site Reliability Engineering/ DevOps or Infrastructure Development role. SITE RELIABILITY ESSENTIAL SKILLS- Experience with DevOps and automation tooling, such as Ansible, Terraform and Git - Strong experience in Linux System Administration (Ubuntu/RHEL) for performance tuning, troubleshooting and systems management- Hands-on experience with Azure infrastructure- Ability to write and work with scripts (e.g. Bash, Python, PowerShell)- Troubleshooting skills to ensure system reliability and optimise platforms across complex environments. TO BE CONSIDERED:Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly on . For further information please call me: / . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLSPLATFORM ENGINEER, SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER, AZURE, INFRASTRUCTURE, AZURE ARCHITECT, AZURE CONSULTANT, CLOUD ENGINEER, ANSIBLE, TERRAFORM, INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT, DEFENCE, NATIONAL SECURITY, DV CLEARED, DV CLEARANCE, SECURITY CLEARED, NSD
SENIOR AZURE PLATFROM ENGINEER- SC CLEARED SENIOR AZURE PLATFROM ENGINEER- Permanent opportunity for a Senior Azure Platform Engineer with active SC clearance and eligibility for DV Clearance. - Salary up to £80,000 DOE- Hybrid opportunity with Hampshire based offices - To apply, please call Laura Jackson on , or email with an up-to-date CV. WHO ARE WE?We're hiring for Senior Azure Platform Engineers to join an SME delivering cutting-edge solutions for industry-leading Defence clients. You'll have the opportunity to work across multiple high-impact, innovative and mission-critical projects, shaping solutions that make a real difference. Due to the sensitive nature of the work, an active SC Clearence and eligibility for DV clearance is required. THE SENIOR AZURE PLATFROM ENGINEER- Active SC Clearance and eligibility for DV Clearance - Hampshire Based or ability to travel 3 days/ week.- Experience as in an Azure focused DevOps or Infrastructure Development role. SENIOR AZURE PLATFORM ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS- Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure- covering AKS, VMs, Networking, Storage etc- Ability to build scalable production level Azure environments- Strong knowledge of networking concepts - Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, including configuration, scaling, and securing containerised applications in production environments.- Expertise in IaC using tools like Terraform- Strong experience building and managing CI/CD pipelines (e.g. GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD) TO BE CONSIDERED:Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly on . For further information please call me: / . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLSPLATFORM ENGINEER, SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER, AZURE, INFRASTRUCTURE, AZURE ARCHITECT, AZURE CONSULTANT, CLOUD ENGINEER, ANSIBLE, TERRAFORM, INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT, DEFENCE, NATIONAL SECURITY, DV CLEARED, DV CLEARANCE, SECURITY CLEARED, NSD
24/04/2026
Full time
SENIOR AZURE PLATFROM ENGINEER- SC CLEARED SENIOR AZURE PLATFROM ENGINEER- Permanent opportunity for a Senior Azure Platform Engineer with active SC clearance and eligibility for DV Clearance. - Salary up to £80,000 DOE- Hybrid opportunity with Hampshire based offices - To apply, please call Laura Jackson on , or email with an up-to-date CV. WHO ARE WE?We're hiring for Senior Azure Platform Engineers to join an SME delivering cutting-edge solutions for industry-leading Defence clients. You'll have the opportunity to work across multiple high-impact, innovative and mission-critical projects, shaping solutions that make a real difference. Due to the sensitive nature of the work, an active SC Clearence and eligibility for DV clearance is required. THE SENIOR AZURE PLATFROM ENGINEER- Active SC Clearance and eligibility for DV Clearance - Hampshire Based or ability to travel 3 days/ week.- Experience as in an Azure focused DevOps or Infrastructure Development role. SENIOR AZURE PLATFORM ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS- Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure- covering AKS, VMs, Networking, Storage etc- Ability to build scalable production level Azure environments- Strong knowledge of networking concepts - Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, including configuration, scaling, and securing containerised applications in production environments.- Expertise in IaC using tools like Terraform- Strong experience building and managing CI/CD pipelines (e.g. GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD) TO BE CONSIDERED:Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly on . For further information please call me: / . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLSPLATFORM ENGINEER, SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER, AZURE, INFRASTRUCTURE, AZURE ARCHITECT, AZURE CONSULTANT, CLOUD ENGINEER, ANSIBLE, TERRAFORM, INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT, DEFENCE, NATIONAL SECURITY, DV CLEARED, DV CLEARANCE, SECURITY CLEARED, NSD
Platform Engineer (eDV Cleared): Contract Details: Start: ASAP to 30 September 2026 - to be extended Full-time, onsite Location: UK South Rate: opened to conversation SFIA level 4-6 Clearance: eDV active - Mandatory Responsibilities: Build, operate and maintain Kubernetes platforms with a focus on OpenShift Administer and troubleshoot Linux-based platform services Manage container orchestration, scheduling and cluster lifecycle Configure and support networking including DNS, load balancing, ingress/egress and network security Automate platform operations using infrastructure-as-code Monitor, troubleshoot and resolve platform issues, including root cause analysis Support upgrades, patching and capacity planning Contribute to platform standards, documentation and best practice Skills and Experience: Strong hands-on Linux administration in production environments Proven Kubernetes operations and troubleshooting experience OpenShift expertise including operators, RBAC, routes and image streams Solid networking knowledge across TCP/IP, DNS, routing and security Experience with container technologies such as Docker or CRI-O Experience with automation tools such as Terraform and Ansible Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools including Prometheus, Grafana and ELK Strong problem-solving ability in complex, distributed systems
24/04/2026
Contractor
Platform Engineer (eDV Cleared): Contract Details: Start: ASAP to 30 September 2026 - to be extended Full-time, onsite Location: UK South Rate: opened to conversation SFIA level 4-6 Clearance: eDV active - Mandatory Responsibilities: Build, operate and maintain Kubernetes platforms with a focus on OpenShift Administer and troubleshoot Linux-based platform services Manage container orchestration, scheduling and cluster lifecycle Configure and support networking including DNS, load balancing, ingress/egress and network security Automate platform operations using infrastructure-as-code Monitor, troubleshoot and resolve platform issues, including root cause analysis Support upgrades, patching and capacity planning Contribute to platform standards, documentation and best practice Skills and Experience: Strong hands-on Linux administration in production environments Proven Kubernetes operations and troubleshooting experience OpenShift expertise including operators, RBAC, routes and image streams Solid networking knowledge across TCP/IP, DNS, routing and security Experience with container technologies such as Docker or CRI-O Experience with automation tools such as Terraform and Ansible Familiarity with monitoring and observability tools including Prometheus, Grafana and ELK Strong problem-solving ability in complex, distributed systems
Senior ICT Engineer When you join our Engineering Team at Telent, you'll be empowered to innovate and drive common solutions, working closely with technical experts who are proud of the impact their work makes. Come join a high-performing team doing complex and critical work. Help build and keep the nation's critical infrastructure connected and protected 24/7. Reporting to the Senior Engineer (ICT Lead), the Senior Engineer plays a key role in maintaining the stability, performance, and security of our blue-light emergency services customers' ICT environments. The role is responsible for delivering advanced 3rd line technical support, managing complex infrastructure issues, and contributing to the ongoing improvement of critical ICT systems This is a hybrid working role which can mainly be performed remotely, however there will be a requirement to attend the Liverpool office on occasion for meetings and urgent faults. What you'll do: Incident and Escalation Management Act as an escalation point for incidents raised by 1st and 2nd line Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across multiple systems Provide root cause analysis for major and recurring incidents Infrastructure and System Ownership Act as a technical specialist or owner for the systems assigned to you Monitor performance, capacity and resilience across these systems Security and Compliance Support the investigation and remediation of security incidents and vulnerabilities Apply security best practises, hardening and patching Perform regular vulnerability scanning to improve posture and resilience Change and Release Management Design, plan, implement, and review complex technical changes Raise and assess Requests for Change (RFCs) in accordance with ITIL processes Documentation and Knowledge Management Create and maintain technical documentation including system design and diagrams Ensure technical knowledge is captured and transferable amongst colleagues Who you are: You are an experienced ICT professional with strong infrastructure knowledge and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in a fast-paced environment. You take a proactive, service-focused approach, working collaboratively to ensure reliable, secure, and resilient systems that support critical operations. Key Requirements: Proven experience in a 3rd line or senior IT support role working with Windows Server Infrastructure. Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Intune and Azure. Expertise in Infrastructure Domains, DNS, DHCP and Group Policies. Experience working with VMWare and virtualisation platforms. Familiarity with ITIL practices, SLAs, KPIs and service management. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Participate in a 24x7x365 on call rota. Approx. 1 week in every 5. (subject to training) Security Cleared to NPPV3 Level (provided) Full UK Driving License What we offer: A career at Telent can span many sectors, roles, technologies and clients giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver. We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work. The additional benefits with this role: Company Car 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell days annually OR 26 days holiday, plus public holidays, and the option to buy or sell days annually Company pension scheme A range of family friendly policies Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme. Learn more about Telent: Click here for Telent Video! We're passionate about creating an environment that champions diversity and inclusion, where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves and empowered to reach their full potential. People are at the heart of our business, and we believe that our teams should reflect the diverse experiences and backgrounds of the communities we support.
23/04/2026
Full time
Senior ICT Engineer When you join our Engineering Team at Telent, you'll be empowered to innovate and drive common solutions, working closely with technical experts who are proud of the impact their work makes. Come join a high-performing team doing complex and critical work. Help build and keep the nation's critical infrastructure connected and protected 24/7. Reporting to the Senior Engineer (ICT Lead), the Senior Engineer plays a key role in maintaining the stability, performance, and security of our blue-light emergency services customers' ICT environments. The role is responsible for delivering advanced 3rd line technical support, managing complex infrastructure issues, and contributing to the ongoing improvement of critical ICT systems This is a hybrid working role which can mainly be performed remotely, however there will be a requirement to attend the Liverpool office on occasion for meetings and urgent faults. What you'll do: Incident and Escalation Management Act as an escalation point for incidents raised by 1st and 2nd line Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues across multiple systems Provide root cause analysis for major and recurring incidents Infrastructure and System Ownership Act as a technical specialist or owner for the systems assigned to you Monitor performance, capacity and resilience across these systems Security and Compliance Support the investigation and remediation of security incidents and vulnerabilities Apply security best practises, hardening and patching Perform regular vulnerability scanning to improve posture and resilience Change and Release Management Design, plan, implement, and review complex technical changes Raise and assess Requests for Change (RFCs) in accordance with ITIL processes Documentation and Knowledge Management Create and maintain technical documentation including system design and diagrams Ensure technical knowledge is captured and transferable amongst colleagues Who you are: You are an experienced ICT professional with strong infrastructure knowledge and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in a fast-paced environment. You take a proactive, service-focused approach, working collaboratively to ensure reliable, secure, and resilient systems that support critical operations. Key Requirements: Proven experience in a 3rd line or senior IT support role working with Windows Server Infrastructure. Strong knowledge of Active Directory, Entra ID, Microsoft 365, Intune and Azure. Expertise in Infrastructure Domains, DNS, DHCP and Group Policies. Experience working with VMWare and virtualisation platforms. Familiarity with ITIL practices, SLAs, KPIs and service management. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Participate in a 24x7x365 on call rota. Approx. 1 week in every 5. (subject to training) Security Cleared to NPPV3 Level (provided) Full UK Driving License What we offer: A career at Telent can span many sectors, roles, technologies and clients giving you the opportunity to develop, learn new skills and make an impact. We are growing and we rely on our committed Team to deliver. We nurture the talent that makes this happen, by our on-going commitment to creating an inclusive culture that respects and values difference, that celebrates diverse ideas. We want everyone to feel they can be themselves and to thrive at work. The additional benefits with this role: Company Car 34 days holiday, including public holidays, plus the option to buy or sell days annually OR 26 days holiday, plus public holidays, and the option to buy or sell days annually Company pension scheme A range of family friendly policies Occupational health support and wellbeing Portal Discounts on Cinema, Restaurants and Shopping with Telent Reward scheme. Learn more about Telent: Click here for Telent Video! We're passionate about creating an environment that champions diversity and inclusion, where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves and empowered to reach their full potential. People are at the heart of our business, and we believe that our teams should reflect the diverse experiences and backgrounds of the communities we support.
Job Title: Monitoring Engineer / Infrastructure Engineer Location: Hemel Hempstead (5 days onsite - 4 day condensed week available) Clearance: DV MOD - Sole British National (no OCI cards) Rate: £500 - £800 per day (Inside IR35) Role Overview We are seeking a Monitoring Engineer to lead day-to-day technical operations within a Windows infrastructure environment. Reporting into the Head of Operating Systems, this role combines hands-on technical delivery with leadership responsibilities across a specialist infrastructure team. You will play a key part in shaping monitoring capability, improving operational resilience, and supporting both project delivery and live service within a highly governed environment. The role requires strong expertise in enterprise monitoring tools and infrastructure architecture, with the ability to influence technical direction, support decision making, and ensure operational standards are consistently met. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor the infrastructure monitoring team, supporting development of SME capability and operational maturity Own and contribute to solution design, estimation, high and low-level design, and implementation activities under Project Manager guidance Ensure adherence to SLAs, responding, resolving, or escalating issues appropriately within defined thresholds Develop and maintain operational and end-user documentation, ensuring consistency and compliance with standards Support pre-sales and solution scoping activities where required Work closely with Architects and Solution Designers to assess options and provide technical recommendations Accurately estimate effort, cost, and delivery timelines for implementation tasks Ensure all team activity is fully documented in line with governance and operational standards Provide regular progress updates to Project Management to support delivery tracking and planning Essential Skills & Experience Strong enterprise infrastructure background with extensive operational experience Proven experience leading infrastructure or technical teams within structured delivery environments Deep technical expertise in monitoring and infrastructure tooling, including: Microsoft System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) PRTG Network Monitor Experience in network device monitoring and dashboard configuration Strong fault finding, diagnosis, and resolution skills across complex infrastructure environments Experience with virtualised environments, enterprise storage, file/print services, and hardware evaluation Strong understanding of service management and working within SLA-driven environments Experience working within governed frameworks and structured delivery methodologies Project leadership experience within structured methodologies such as PRINCE2 or Project Management Institute (PMI) approaches Diploma or equivalent in Computer Science or related discipline Desirable Skills Experience working in customer-facing environments and understanding business impact of technical issues Strong documentation skills for both end-user and operational audiences Accreditation at Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) level or equivalent Knowledge of ITIL Foundation principles and service management best practice Experience with enterprise messaging, thin client environments, or virtualization platforms About the Role: This is a senior technical position combining hands-on infrastructure expertise with leadership responsibility. You will be expected to influence technical strategy, support operational stability, and ensure monitoring capability is robust, scalable, and aligned to wider digital transformation objectives.Due to the nature of this role, all candidates with need to be DV Cleared and can only be sole UK Nationals
23/04/2026
Full time
Job Title: Monitoring Engineer / Infrastructure Engineer Location: Hemel Hempstead (5 days onsite - 4 day condensed week available) Clearance: DV MOD - Sole British National (no OCI cards) Rate: £500 - £800 per day (Inside IR35) Role Overview We are seeking a Monitoring Engineer to lead day-to-day technical operations within a Windows infrastructure environment. Reporting into the Head of Operating Systems, this role combines hands-on technical delivery with leadership responsibilities across a specialist infrastructure team. You will play a key part in shaping monitoring capability, improving operational resilience, and supporting both project delivery and live service within a highly governed environment. The role requires strong expertise in enterprise monitoring tools and infrastructure architecture, with the ability to influence technical direction, support decision making, and ensure operational standards are consistently met. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor the infrastructure monitoring team, supporting development of SME capability and operational maturity Own and contribute to solution design, estimation, high and low-level design, and implementation activities under Project Manager guidance Ensure adherence to SLAs, responding, resolving, or escalating issues appropriately within defined thresholds Develop and maintain operational and end-user documentation, ensuring consistency and compliance with standards Support pre-sales and solution scoping activities where required Work closely with Architects and Solution Designers to assess options and provide technical recommendations Accurately estimate effort, cost, and delivery timelines for implementation tasks Ensure all team activity is fully documented in line with governance and operational standards Provide regular progress updates to Project Management to support delivery tracking and planning Essential Skills & Experience Strong enterprise infrastructure background with extensive operational experience Proven experience leading infrastructure or technical teams within structured delivery environments Deep technical expertise in monitoring and infrastructure tooling, including: Microsoft System Center Operations Manager (SCOM) PRTG Network Monitor Experience in network device monitoring and dashboard configuration Strong fault finding, diagnosis, and resolution skills across complex infrastructure environments Experience with virtualised environments, enterprise storage, file/print services, and hardware evaluation Strong understanding of service management and working within SLA-driven environments Experience working within governed frameworks and structured delivery methodologies Project leadership experience within structured methodologies such as PRINCE2 or Project Management Institute (PMI) approaches Diploma or equivalent in Computer Science or related discipline Desirable Skills Experience working in customer-facing environments and understanding business impact of technical issues Strong documentation skills for both end-user and operational audiences Accreditation at Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) level or equivalent Knowledge of ITIL Foundation principles and service management best practice Experience with enterprise messaging, thin client environments, or virtualization platforms About the Role: This is a senior technical position combining hands-on infrastructure expertise with leadership responsibility. You will be expected to influence technical strategy, support operational stability, and ensure monitoring capability is robust, scalable, and aligned to wider digital transformation objectives.Due to the nature of this role, all candidates with need to be DV Cleared and can only be sole UK Nationals
LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
Barrow-in-furness, Cumbria
*INSIDE IR35*.*SC CLEARED*.*FT ONSITE* Job Title: UNIX Engineer Role Overview The UNIX Engineer will be responsible for managing and supporting enterprise UNIX environments, focusing on Oracle Solaris platforms and advanced virtualization technologies. This role involves system configuration, migration projects, and ensuring high availability through resilient cluster setups. Key Responsibilities * Administer and maintain Oracle Solaris systems on T-series hardware (T5, T7, T8). * Configure and manage LDOMs (Logical Domains) for virtualization. * Perform system migrations and upgrades across UNIX environments. * Design and implement resilience clusters for high availability and disaster recovery. * Monitor system performance and troubleshoot complex UNIX issues. * Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to ensure seamless integration. * Maintain compliance with security and operational standards. Required Skills & Experience * Strong hands-on experience with Oracle Solaris operating systems. * Expertise in LDOM configuration and management. * Familiarity with Oracle T-series hardware (T5, T7, T8). * Proven experience in migration projects and UNIX system upgrades. * Knowledge of cluster technologies for resilience and failover. * Solid understanding of UNIX networking, storage, and security principles. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.
23/04/2026
Contractor
*INSIDE IR35*.*SC CLEARED*.*FT ONSITE* Job Title: UNIX Engineer Role Overview The UNIX Engineer will be responsible for managing and supporting enterprise UNIX environments, focusing on Oracle Solaris platforms and advanced virtualization technologies. This role involves system configuration, migration projects, and ensuring high availability through resilient cluster setups. Key Responsibilities * Administer and maintain Oracle Solaris systems on T-series hardware (T5, T7, T8). * Configure and manage LDOMs (Logical Domains) for virtualization. * Perform system migrations and upgrades across UNIX environments. * Design and implement resilience clusters for high availability and disaster recovery. * Monitor system performance and troubleshoot complex UNIX issues. * Collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to ensure seamless integration. * Maintain compliance with security and operational standards. Required Skills & Experience * Strong hands-on experience with Oracle Solaris operating systems. * Expertise in LDOM configuration and management. * Familiarity with Oracle T-series hardware (T5, T7, T8). * Proven experience in migration projects and UNIX system upgrades. * Knowledge of cluster technologies for resilience and failover. * Solid understanding of UNIX networking, storage, and security principles. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Worcester, Worcestershire
DV Cleared DevOps / Software Engineer - Contract 550- 600 per day Outside IR35 Condensed week available - work 3 long days, paid for 5 Active MOD DV Clearance required We are looking for an experienced DV Cleared DevOps / Software Engineer to join a high-impact technical environment. This role suits someone who thrives in modern DevOps ecosystems, enjoys building secure, scalable platforms, and wants the flexibility of a condensed working week . You will work across the full software delivery lifecycle , helping to design, build, automate, and maintain robust cloud-native and containerised platforms. Key Responsibilities Design, build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable software delivery Deploy and manage Kubernetes clusters and application platforms Collaborate with engineers to develop, test, and release software efficiently Implement automation and infrastructure as code Ensure systems remain secure, resilient, and scalable Deliver software fixes, upgrades, and performance improvements Contribute to workflow improvements and DevOps best practices Technical Skills (Must Have) CI/CD & Automation: GitLab CI, Terraform, Ansible, Helm Charts Scripting & APIs: Python, PowerShell, REST APIs Containerisation & Platforms: Kubernetes cluster build and application delivery Application Technologies: Apache NiFi, Elastic ECK, Artifactory Secrets Management: Hashicorp Vault Operating Systems: RedHat Linux and Windows Experience & Background Experience across the full software development lifecycle Strong understanding of automation and DevOps tooling Knowledge of secure software delivery practices Comfortable working with multiple programming / scripting languages Ability to collaborate across teams and support continuous improvement Key Details Contract Rate: 550- 600 per day Status: Outside IR35 Clearance: Active MOD DV clearance required Working Pattern: Option for condensed week (3 long days, paid for 5)
22/04/2026
Contractor
DV Cleared DevOps / Software Engineer - Contract 550- 600 per day Outside IR35 Condensed week available - work 3 long days, paid for 5 Active MOD DV Clearance required We are looking for an experienced DV Cleared DevOps / Software Engineer to join a high-impact technical environment. This role suits someone who thrives in modern DevOps ecosystems, enjoys building secure, scalable platforms, and wants the flexibility of a condensed working week . You will work across the full software delivery lifecycle , helping to design, build, automate, and maintain robust cloud-native and containerised platforms. Key Responsibilities Design, build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable software delivery Deploy and manage Kubernetes clusters and application platforms Collaborate with engineers to develop, test, and release software efficiently Implement automation and infrastructure as code Ensure systems remain secure, resilient, and scalable Deliver software fixes, upgrades, and performance improvements Contribute to workflow improvements and DevOps best practices Technical Skills (Must Have) CI/CD & Automation: GitLab CI, Terraform, Ansible, Helm Charts Scripting & APIs: Python, PowerShell, REST APIs Containerisation & Platforms: Kubernetes cluster build and application delivery Application Technologies: Apache NiFi, Elastic ECK, Artifactory Secrets Management: Hashicorp Vault Operating Systems: RedHat Linux and Windows Experience & Background Experience across the full software development lifecycle Strong understanding of automation and DevOps tooling Knowledge of secure software delivery practices Comfortable working with multiple programming / scripting languages Ability to collaborate across teams and support continuous improvement Key Details Contract Rate: 550- 600 per day Status: Outside IR35 Clearance: Active MOD DV clearance required Working Pattern: Option for condensed week (3 long days, paid for 5)
