Job Description
Senior/Specialist Cloud Engineers (AWS & Secure Infrastructure)
Location: London, Ipswich, or Cheltenham (100% On-site)
Salary: Up to £100,000 % Bonus
Security Clearance: Active DV Clearance (10+ years UK residency required)
About the RoleWe are recruiting for a global security organisation supporting critical national infrastructure and global defence systems.
You will design, build, and deploy high-availability AWS solutions and secure cloud architecture. Working as part of an agile delivery team, you will automate complex processes, deliver zero-trust cloud solutions, and mentor junior engineers.
Key ResponsibilitiesCloud Design & Build: Lead the design and hands-on build of secure AWS cloud architecture and solutions.
Automation & Infrastructure: Manage Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and automate time-intensive administrative processes.
Support & Maintenance: Provide 3rd line support for deployed cloud systems and collaborate with support teams on system monitoring.
Leadership: Line manage, mentor, and foster the professional development of junior engineers.
What We Are Looking For
Core Technical Expertise: Strong experience on core AWS services (compute and managed services).
Development & IaC: Full-stack cloud development skills (Python, Node.js) and hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform or AWS CloudFormation).
Containers & Orchestration: Demonstrated experience delivering Kubernetes or AWS EKS solutions.
Key Vetting Requirements
Must hold Developed Vetting (DV) level clearance.
Must have lived in the UK continuously for at least the last 10 years.
Package
Salary upto £100,000
Up to 10% annual bonus
Market-leading pension scheme
25 days annual leave + bank holidays
Enhanced family leave & 2 weeks paid carer's leave
Private 24/7 virtual GP access, healthcare, and wellness support
*Rates depend on experience and client requirements
