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Security Cleared DevOps Engineer - London (Hybrid) 500- 550 per day INSIDE IR35 We are looking for an AWS DevOps Engineer who will optimise the end-to-end DevOps processes that support software development and IT operations at scale. You will leverage your deep expertise in AWS, automation, CI/CD, and infrastructure-as-code to drive efficiency, reliability, and scalability across the clients' cloud environments. This role blends strategic thinking and hands-on execution, covering the full DevOps lifecycle, from source control and build automation to continuous testing, deployment, monitoring, and feedback loops. As a senior team member, you will collaborate closely with development, QA, and operations teams to streamline workflows, remove bottlenecks, and ensure seamless production deployments. You will also act as a technical leader, driving best practices, mentoring junior engineers, and championing a culture of continuous integration, continuous delivery, and continuous improvement. Key skills:- AWS IAC Cloudformation Terraform Docker EKS CI/CD Pipelines Cloudwatch ELK Stack GitLab Jenkins Damia Group Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept our Data Protection Policy which can be found on our website. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job. Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003.

About this role: We are supporting an AWE Burghfield project and are seeking a DV Cleared Senior Software Engineer to take full responsibility for software delivery on a high-security, site-based controls and automation project. This is a senior-level role requiring strong Siemens PLC and HMI experience, leadership capability, and proven delivery within regulated defence or nuclear environments. The successful candidate will play a key role in software design, on-site testing and commissioning, client liaison, and the mentoring of junior engineers, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest quality standards. Job Responsibilities: Act as the site-based Senior Software Engineer, responsible for all software activities on assigned AWE Burghfield projects Configure, develop and support Siemens PLC and HMI systems Configure and support Siemens SCALANCE and Siemens network switching equipment Produce and execute on-site software test documentation, including FAT and SAT Carry out on-site testing and commissioning of PLC-based control systems Lead software specification, design and implementation activities Liaise directly with the client to ensure successful software delivery and stakeholder satisfaction Lead, mentor and develop other software engineers on site Oversee software resources, workload planning and technical delivery across the project Ensure delivery of contracts on time, within budget and to agreed scope Ensure all work complies with internal QESH and Integrated Management Systems, as well as regulatory and legal requirements Drive continuous improvement, innovation and best practice in software engineering processes Demonstrate strong commitment to Quality, Health, Safety and Environmental standards at all times Experience Required: MOD DV Security Clearance (essential) Degree-qualified in a relevant engineering discipline Minimum 4+ years of Siemens software engineering experience, including leadership within project environments Strong hands-on experience with: Siemens PLC programming Siemens HMIs On-site commissioning and installation Proven experience within nuclear, defence or highly regulated environments Strong understanding of systems integration and industrial cyber security Experience delivering projects in line with budget, programme and quality requirements

Job Title: Python Engineer Location: Fully Remote (England) Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required Duration : 12 month contract - will extend Project: Major Defence Programme Secure Data Exchange Platform Core Mission Build and harden Python based services and data processing components that underpin a secure, scalable, distributed defence platform. Transform prototype code into operational, production ready modules. This is a hands on engineering role requiring strong Python skills, experience in secure or mission critical environments, and the ability to contribute across backend services, data pipelines, integration layers, and automation. Key Responsibilities • Develop, refine, and maintain Python microservices and backend components supporting secure data exchange. • Translate prototype logic and PoC implementations into scalable, production-grade code. • Implement APIs, integration layers, and event-driven services aligned to agreed architecture patterns. • Apply secure coding practices, identity controls, and data protection mechanisms. • Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and integration with Infrastructure-as-Code workflows. • Improve performance, fault tolerance, and observability across distributed services. • Collaborate closely with solution architects, security architects, and engineering teams. • Support validation, hardening, and iterative refinement of backend services. • Produce technical documentation, service diagrams, and implementation notes aligned with programme standards. Required Experience • Strong hands on experience with Python • Solid understanding of APIs, microservices, event-driven architectures, and messaging patterns. • Practical experience with secure development practices, authentication/authorisation, and zero-trust principles. • Experience working with containerised workloads (Docker; advantage if familiar with Kubernetes). • Proficiency with CI/CD tooling, automated tests, and modern software engineering practices. • Ability to work effectively within a senior, cross-functional architecture and engineering team. • Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals, data structures, and secure service design. • Comfortable working in a highly regulated, security-focused environment. Apply now for immediate consideration

Active Directory SME +6 months + +Fully remote working +SC cleared role + 575 - 625 a day Inside IR35 Skills: +AD design +GPO +AZure AD As the Active Directory SME, you will take ownership of the design, architecture, and operational excellence of Microsoft Active Directory services. You will act as the technical authority for AD-related activities, ensuring the environment remains secure, scalable, compliant, and aligned to organisational strategy. This role includes both hands-on engineering and strategic project leadership. Key Responsibilities Core Technical Activities Design & Architecture Develop and maintain AD architecture for scalability, security, and high performance. Plan and implement domain and forest designs, trust relationships, and OU structures. Administration & Operations Manage domain controllers, replication, DNS, and DHCP integration. Create, maintain, and troubleshoot Group Policy Objects (GPOs). Monitor AD health, diagnose replication issues, and resolve authentication failures. Security & Compliance Implement enterprise AD security best practices (e.g., tiered admin model, secure LDAP). Perform audits of accounts, groups, and permissions. Support SOX, GDPR, and other compliance requirements through logging and access control. Identity & Access Management Manage full user lifecycle: provisioning, deprovisioning, and RBAC. Integrate AD with IAM and cloud platforms (Azure AD, Okta, etc.). Support SSO and federation (ADFS, SAML, OAuth). Migrations & Upgrades Lead AD migrations, domain/forest consolidations, and Windows Server upgrades. Plan schema extensions and ensure application compatibility. Disaster Recovery & Continuity Develop, document, and test AD backup and recovery processes. Maintain high availability and failover strategies for critical AD components. Automation & Scripting Use PowerShell to automate tasks, generate reports, and streamline operations. Build scripts for bulk user management, GPO deployment, and auditing. Collaboration & Support Partner with infrastructure, security, and application teams to deliver integrated services. Provide SME-level support for escalated incidents and complex service requests. Experience & Skills Required The ideal contractor will bring 5+ years of hands-on experience in a similar AD-focused role, with expertise in: Active Directory Architecture & Replication GPO Design, Deployment & Troubleshooting DNS/DHCP integration with AD PowerShell scripting for automation and reporting ADFS configuration and federation support Azure AD - hybrid identity & sync (AAD Connect) Kerberos and NTLM authentication LDAP / LDAPS Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS) It is essential for this role that you hold active SC clear ance. If you'd like to discuss this Active Directory SME role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Engineering Lead +Permanent opportunity +On site in Basingstoke +DV cleared roole - must be elligible for clearance + 70,000 - 100,000 Skills: +DevOps +CI/CD +Azure I am looking for an Engineering Lead for a client of mine who are a leading IT Systems Integrator operating within the UK defence sector. You will be part of their customers Design Authority, taking responsibility for all aspects of engineering process, governance, technology and strategy. Responsibilities: Define engineering processes, standards and guidance covering the end-to-end lifecycle of a variety of components (software, infrastructure, service management etc.), enabling the repeatable delivery of governed and assured products Enable engineering governance, working across multiple suppliers to ensure quality artefacts are produced to standards consistently Define engineering and automation tooling requirements and architecture, and support teams in the delivery of this technology and the supporting processes Ensure the engineering function is delivering value to the customers business, achieving their strategic goals through delivery of engineering concepts, guidance and artefacts Manage the Engineering Community of Practise, leading a team of engineering focussed people to deliver the wider engineering function Skills required: Proven experience working within Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe, or similar) , with the ability to collaborate in cross-functional teams, participate in sprint planning and retrospectives, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong understanding of DevOps principles and culture , including automation, collaboration between development and operations teams, and continuous improvement. Experience implementing or supporting Infrastructure as Code (IaC), monitoring, and deployment automation. CI/CD (Continuous Integration & Continuous Deployment): Hands-on experience designing, maintaining, or optimizing CI/CD pipelines to ensure efficient, reliable, and repeatable software builds, testing, and releases. Familiarity with tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, Bamboo, or GitHub Actions. If you'd like to discuss the Engineering Lead in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

DevSecOps Lead +Permanent opportunity +On site in Basingstoke +DV cleared role + 78,000 - 104,000 Skills: +DevOps +Team leadership +CI/CD pipelines +Azure / AWS As a Lead DevSecOps Engineer you will contribute to this by driving the technical delivery of the DevSecOps (CI/CD pipelines and integrated security tooling) and associated processes, ensuring these are delivered and utilised in the most effective way. The role promises exciting opportunities, use of cutting-edge technologies and a culture that encourages innovation, nurtures talent and drives delivery excellence. It provides the right candidate with an exciting career path and real opportunity to not only grow themselves but to influence the business as we work together to bring our Defence customers into the digital age. On the project, this role will report into (and support) the DevSecOps Tech Lead (MSL) and will lead the engineers, to drive scrum teams' adoption of the DevOps toolchain. This team is widely recognised as an exciting and inspiring team, driving positive change on one of DNS's most critical and technologically advanced programmes, this role provides excellent customer exposure and a real opportunity to catapult your career forwards. Owns significant parts of the Solution, Development of automation scripts, writes Build Automation scripts (Ansible) and IaC (Terraform), configures and builds CI/CD pipelines. Advises on use of DevOps Tooling, best practices and secure engineering processes. Works with DevOps delivery team to understand roadmap and processes. Works with the Customer to ensure that DevOps adoption is aligned to Engineering process. Preferably experienced at working in an agile, sprint-based lifecycle. Experienced with both Windows and Linux operating systems. Work closely with the DevSecOps Tech Lead (MSL), Managed Service Teams and Engineering Process Lead to drive the usage and implementation of DevOps tooling to facilitate secure build and test automation. Develop, and document re-usable automation scripts and IaC artefacts to assist various teams on the project in their deliveries. Act as an evangelist and advisor on the use of DevOps tools and Automation technologies. Your role will involve Responsible for the significant aspects of the technical implementation, delivery and assurance of the DevSecOps tooling, associated processed and ways of working. Leading Technical Implementation and design activities, making Design decisions and assessing options. Advising on use of DevSecOps technologies and processes, to senior customers. Works with DevSecOps Tech Lead (MSL)., Product Owners and Scrum Master to define/prioritise work and raise Risks/Dependencies. Works with DevSecOps Tech Lead (MSL) to ensure the DevSecOps implementation satisfies its requirements and ensuring it aligns to the Business Outcomes and security needs. Mentoring junior engineers and making implementation decisions. Contribution to Planning the work for the team. Reporting on progress and tracking this with Solution Owner. Defines Support Approach working with Service/Support Team. Engages with other teams on the usage of the tooling and dependency management. Your transferable skills and experience: Key Skills Significant experience in the Implementation / Configuration / Usage in a number of the following - CI/CD Pipelines, ideally Azure DevOps IaC code tooling , including Terraform, Ansible, Harbor SCA/IAST/DAST tooling, e.g. Black Duck, Coverity, Codesight, JFrog, Snyk Automated Test tooling , ideally Selenium / Robot Framework Test Management Tooling ideally Azure Test Plans Secure Secrets Management, ideally Azure DevOps and Hashicorp Vault Version control with Git General Software Development Background Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Excellent communication and teamwork skills. DevSecOps tooling and practices Technical Leadership If you'd like to discuss this DevSecOps Lead in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Are you a Senior Test Engineer with deep Oracle Fusion ERP knowledge and hands-on Tricentis Tosca automation experience? Looking to join a forward-thinking, high-impact programme where quality engineering is at the heart of delivery? If so, we'd love to hear from you. We are recruiting a highly skilled Senior Test Engineer to join our growing team, playing a key role in ensuring the successful delivery of complex Oracle Fusion ERP enhancements and large-scale digital transformation projects. You'll lead testing across functional, integration, regression, and automation streams while driving best practice in test engineering. What You'll Be Doing Owning test planning and strategy for Oracle Fusion ERP programmes. Designing and executing test cases across system, integration, and regression phases. Building and maintaining automated test suites in Tricentis Tosca , ensuring scalable and reusable automation assets. Collaborating with functional consultants, developers, analysts, and business stakeholders. Managing defects, driving root-cause analysis, and maintaining high-quality documentation. Providing expert guidance on testing best practice in both Agile and hybrid environments. What You'll Bring Active SC Clearance (mandatory). Extensive experience testing Oracle Fusion ERP (Finance, Procurement, HCM, or related modules). Strong hands-on skillset with Tricentis Tosca automation . Proven background delivering across full testing lifecycle. Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. Experience supporting UAT and working closely with cross-functional teams. Nice to Have Experience integrating Tosca within CI/CD pipelines. Familiarity with Azure DevOps, Jira, or similar tools. ISTQB certification or equivalent. Background in public sector or secure/government environments.

Boundary SME Must have an Active DV Clearance An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Boundary SME to join a multi skilled agile team working within a secure Defence and National Security environment. This role offers the chance to design, prototype, and deliver secure boundary solutions across high assurance systems, supporting both legacy and modern technologies. About the Role - Boundary SME As a Boundary SME , you will own the full lifecycle of a work package from design through prototyping, user piloting, and production. You will create proof of concepts, high level design documentation, and ensure traceability against functional and non functional requirements. You will script repeatable unit tests, troubleshoot issues, and support early life activities to ensure smooth adoption into production environments. You will collaborate across engineering and stakeholder groups to remove blockers and maintain delivery momentum. What We're Looking For - Boundary SME Strong experience delivering solutions using Agile methodologies . Deep expertise in email and web proxy gateways for high security systems. Strong background in security lockdowns, clamps , and resolving issues arising from secure configurations. Advanced knowledge of Windows administration , Active Directory , PKI , VMware , Windows Server 2022 , gold builds, and system hardening. Experience with PowerShell and Python for automation and test creation. Familiarity with Ansible , Terraform , Nexus configuration repositories, and automated test execution using Robot Framework . Strong problem solving skills with the ability to enable and support engineering teams. Contribute to mission critical security architecture and help deliver assured boundary capabilities as a Boundary SME . To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button.

IDAM Engineer Must have an Active DV Clearance An excellent opportunity has arisen for an IDAM Engineer to join a secure and fast paced Defence and National Security programme. You will design and deliver enterprise grade identity and access management solutions while working in a multi skilled agile team focused on high assurance environments. About the Role - IDAM Engineer As an IDAM Engineer , you will design and implement secure identity and access management solutions across on premises environments. You will create high level and low level designs and maintain all supporting documentation to meet governance and review requirements. The role involves integrating IDAM capabilities across security, infrastructure, and DevOps teams to ensure alignment with existing platforms and future user needs. You will own delivery of work packages from design through to implementation and ongoing change, ensuring functional and non functional requirements are met. What We're Looking For - IDAM Engineer Strong experience with on premise identity products such as NetIQ, One Identity Manager, Forefront Identity Manager, or SailPoint . Extensive knowledge of Identity and Access Management technologies and standards. Proven ability to create and maintain HLDs and LLDs for identity solutions. Experience with role based access control , access request processes, and identity governance. Strong understanding of Windows Enterprise technologies , PowerShell scripting, and automation. Awareness of automated testing approaches within secure environments. Experience working within Agile delivery frameworks. Ability to provide SME level guidance to teams and stakeholders. Lead secure identity services and shape the future of access management as an IDAM Engineer . To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button.

Network Design Engineer Must have an Active SC Clearance An opportunity has arisen for a Network Design Engineer to join a secure Defence and National Security programme, delivering medium and large scale network solutions across mission critical environments. This role is suited to a capable network professional who can design, implement, and support secure enterprise networks while working collaboratively across multi skilled teams. About the Role - Network Design Engineer As a Network Design Engineer , you will design, configure, and deploy network solutions that meet business and technical requirements across secure environments. You will produce design documentation, support governance reviews, and provide hands on implementation and troubleshooting support. The role involves supporting project milestones, ensuring effective handover to service, and resolving complex network issues across multiple vendors and domains. You will work with stakeholders, assist with performance testing, and contribute to automation and continuous improvement. What We're Looking For - Network Design Engineer Strong experience with Cisco and Juniper technologies, with certifications such as CCNA , CCNP , or JNCIS-ENT . Knowledge of routing protocols , VRFs, VPNs, IDS, IPS, and network security controls. Experience with F5 , Cisco Secure Firewall , and Gigamon . Strong design and troubleshooting background across enterprise and multi vendor networks. Understanding of TCP/IP , IPv4/IPv6, VLANs, and data centre networking. Experience using tools such as Visio , SolarWinds, and Nagios. Strong communication skills, with the ability to document solutions and collaborate with stakeholders. Support secure and high assurance network services as a Network Design Engineer . To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button.

Network Design Engineer Must have an Active DV Clearance An opportunity has arisen for a Network Design Engineer to join a secure Defence and National Security programme, delivering medium and large scale network solutions across mission critical environments. This role is suited to a capable network professional who can design, implement, and support secure enterprise networks while working collaboratively across multi skilled teams. About the Role - Network Design Engineer As a Network Design Engineer , you will design, configure, and deploy network solutions that meet business and technical requirements across secure environments. You will produce design documentation, support governance reviews, and provide hands on implementation and troubleshooting support. The role involves supporting project milestones, ensuring effective handover to service, and resolving complex network issues across multiple vendors and domains. You will work with stakeholders, assist with performance testing, and contribute to automation and continuous improvement. What We're Looking For - Network Design Engineer Strong experience with Cisco and Juniper technologies, with certifications such as CCNA , CCNP , or JNCIS-ENT . Knowledge of routing protocols , VRFs, VPNs, IDS, IPS, and network security controls. Experience with F5 , Cisco Secure Firewall , and Gigamon . Strong design and troubleshooting background across enterprise and multi vendor networks. Understanding of TCP/IP , IPv4/IPv6, VLANs, and data centre networking. Experience using tools such as Visio , SolarWinds, and Nagios. Strong communication skills, with the ability to document solutions and collaborate with stakeholders. Support secure and high assurance network services as a Network Design Engineer . To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button.

Site Reliability Engineer (SC Cleared) 6 Month Contract London (Hybrid) £525/day (Inside IR35) Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) needed with active SC Security Clerance and strong Azure Cloud expertise (including Kubernetes, Terraform + GitHub). 6 Month Contract based in Central London (Hybrid). Paying up to £525/day (Inside IR35). Start ASAP in Dec 2025 / Jan 2026. Hybrid Working - 2 days/week remote (WFH), and 3 days/week working on-site in the London office. A chance to work with a leading global IT and Digital transformation business specialising in Government projects. Key skills, experience + tasks will include: Site Reliability Engineer to lead SRE activities for large-scale Azure Cloud projects + mentoring other Engineers. Proven experience in Azure Cloud migrations + networking solutions. Delivering solutions across VMs and Kubernetes, ensuring efficient deployment, management + scaling. Implementing CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions (or similar tools). Designing + managing Infrastructure as Code (IaC), using Terraform, Ansible + Jenkins. Assessing Networking requirements + designing secure solutions (including: load balancing, routing, firewalls). Troubleshooting + resolving complex Azure Cloud infrastructure / application issues. Working with key stakeholders, external suppliers + cross-functional teams (IT Security, Testing + Applications). Supporting Azure Cloud migration initiatives using frameworks like: AzureRM, CAF, Google Cloud. Participating in 24/7 on-call team support rota. Strong DevOps background with automation-first mindset Advantageous: Cloud certifications (Azure, GCP, AWS) + Multi-Tenant solutions experience.

Walter Everett is a niche technical recruitment consultancy . We are currently partnering with a global consultancy to search for an Senior Automation Tester. They are looking for a natural leader and expert with Java based automation frameworks. As well as defining strategies and mentoring, you will be very hands on with contract testing. They use Pact for API testing but Gatling etc is also ok. The role is based in London and requires someone with SC clearance, or eligible. Senior Automation Tester (SC Cleared). Please Note: Due to project requirements, candidates with active SC clearance are preferred. If your clearance has lapsed or you are eligible to undergo SC clearance (which typically requires 5 years of continuous UK residency and the right to work in the UK, such as British citizenship, ILR, or other eligible status), we still encourage you to apply. Full Time - Mainly remote ( occasional visit to the London office) Detailed Spec: Our client is a global service provider that excels in delivering innovative technology and consulting solutions to a diverse and impressive international client base.They are seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer with experience in BDD, Automation Testing, Agile (Scrum), and scripting to join their Tech team. You must be able to code in Java! What you'll be doing: This role includes, but is not limited to: Collaborating with and leading the team, working with the product team to define acceptance criteria and testing DOD for each story. Helping to build the test strategy and framework Pairing with developers to define and review the required tests, addressing all product delivery features and functions at the unit and component layers. Conducting exploratory testing at all levels. Defining tests throughout product delivery into live environments. Automating tests where necessary. Working with developers to design and test stubs. Ensuring the team defines tests to validate NFRs (Non-Functional Requirements) at appropriate levels. Maintaining traceability throughout the product lifecycle. Providing regular updates on test progress and quality metrics in a format consumable by stakeholders. Raising the profile of quality across the product lifecycle. Contributing to Agile teams by designing and building automated tests to ensure effective test coverage. Providing test assurance for user stories based on acceptance test criteria in a test-first environment. Working closely with Software Engineers to meet requirements and contribute to agile delivery. Participating in estimation activities and identifying opportunities to maximise testing benefits within the team. Assuring team retrospectives and planning sessions, ensuring adherence to test best practices, continual improvement, and standards. What experience you'll bring: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in Agile delivery teams using TDD (Test-Driven Development) with Java. Ideally some experience with Springboot and dependency injection Ability to work autonomously. Experience with PACT frameworks for Consumer Contract testing is desirable. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and their importance in the Automation Testing process. Exposure to command line and scripting languages for at least one OS (Windows or Linux). Good coding skills (SOLID, DI, Design Patterns, etc.). Ability to unit test the frameworks you build. Qualifications and experience required: A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Expertise in API testing using Postman. Proficiency in Cypress and Docker for containerised testing. Proven track record of using Gitlab for test automation storage. Strong foundation in TDD using Junit. Familiarity with SonarQube, Jenkins, Splunk, Gatling, Serenity, Cucumber, Selenium, Wiremock, Hamcrest, AWS Cloudwatch, Jira, and Confluence. Nice to have: - Experience with mocks and stubs. - Advanced knowledge of DevOps and Agile Development. - Ability to lead projects and design test strategies. At Walter Everett and our clients, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment . We recognise that diversity enhances our collective strength and improves our ability to meet the needs of those we serve. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our teams. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the process, please feel free to get in touch with us. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive.

We are looking for an experienced Security Cleared (SC) DevOps Automation Engineer to help drive the next stage of automation maturity across build, test, and release pipelines. This role is critical to enabling development teams to test earlier, accelerate release cycles, and ensure consistency and compliance across environments. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and optimise CI/CD pipelines to support build, test, and deployment. Automate containerisation workflows and orchestration with OpenShift. Integrate automated testing and quality gates into pipelines to improve release readiness. Implement secure, compliant automation including SAST/DAST, dependency scanning, and artifact signing. Automate infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, Helm). Ensure observability by integrating monitoring/logging solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk). Collaborate with dev squads to onboard applications into standardised pipelines and templates. Essential Skills Strong background with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, ArgoCD, Tekton). Advanced Scripting skills (Python, Bash, Groovy, PowerShell). Expertise with Docker/Podman and deployment automation on OpenShift. Proven experience delivering IaC solutions. Solid understanding of secure DevOps practices and compliance frameworks. Track record of enabling shift-left testing and reducing cycle times. Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will have a valid UK SC Clearance prior to a start.

SC Cleared Platform Engineer Initial 6-month Contract Role £550 - £600, Inside IR35 ECS Resource group are currently working with a World's Leading Technology Organisation who are looking for a Platform Engineer where you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining software infrastructure. As a Platform Engineer, you will be responsible for: Contribute across the platform life cycle, from requirements to development, testing, and documentation. Maintain and improve core development tools, infrastructure, and automation systems. Support teams with tooling, workflows, and best practices. Use cloud, microservices, and DevOps to build a scalable, reliable platform. Troubleshoot issues to ensure system performance and stability. Collaborate with a cross-functional team, bringing adaptability and a learning mindset. Please note, the below requirements are essential and candidates without this will not be considered: Active SC Clearance (essential) Proven experience working as a Platform Engineer/SRE Proven experience with programming/Scripting languages such as Python, JavaScript etc. Proven experience with Cloud platforms, containers, microservices, DevOps and IaC Proven experience with Automation, monitoring and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practices Further Information Available upon Application. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

GCP Cloud Engineer 2 Month contract initially Based: Hybrid/Sheffield or Birmingham or Edinburgh (Max 3 days p/w onsite) Rate: £Market rates p/d (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We a great opportunity for a GCP Cloud Engineer to join the team. We have an excellent opportunity for a seasoned GCP Cloud Engineer to aid in the development of services on Public Cloud Platforms. Utilise your Cloud Engineering expertise and DevOps skills across GCP to deploy and configure robust Back End services, automate infrastructure, and employ CSP native services. This role offers the chance to work on impactful systems within a secure, high-availability setting at a leading global financial institution. Key Responsibilities: * Deploying, configuring and securing Back End REST API services using CSP native services. * Deploying, configuring and securing containerised application runtimes using Infrastructure as Code. * Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines in collaboration with DevOps and Security teams, focusing on traceability and regulatory controls. * Managing, monitoring, and optimising cloud infrastructure across GCP, ensuring performance, resilience, cost-efficiency, and data security. * Collaborating closely with infrastructure, architecture, and cybersecurity teams to meet internal risk, compliance, and governance requirements. * Supporting live systems, conducting root cause analysis, fixing bugs and implementing solutions for incidents and performance bottlenecks. Key Skills & Experience: * A background in Cloud Engineering with infrastructure experience. * Over 5 years of development experience, focusing on large-scale, distributed systems. * Hands-on experience with GCP, including CSP native services, networking, IAM, databases (PostgreSQL) and cost optimization. Experience with other cloud providers such as AWS is advantageous. * Proven experience with DevOps practices, including Infrastructure as Code (eg, Terraform), CI/CD tools (eg, Jenkins, GitLab CI), and containerization. * A strong understanding of security principles in cloud and enterprise systems. * Familiarity with audit and compliance considerations in regulated industries, particularly finance or banking. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively to diverse audiences. * A successful track record of delivering complex projects and/or programmes, using appropriate techniques and tools to ensure and measure success. Essential Skills * Demonstrable experience of: o Public Cloud. o Infrastructure build and configurations for services including Compute, Storage, Networking. o Linux. o Relational and NoSQL databases. o Integration services such as messaging and streams. o Building RESTful API Services. o Containerisation, Kubernetes, serverless functions. o Microservices and distributed tracing. o Enterprise logging, monitoring, and alerting frameworks (eg, ELK, Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana). o Automation Scripting (using languages such as Terraform, Ansible etc.). * Experience with Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Delivery (CD) and continuous testing tools. * Experience working within an Agile environment. * A good understanding of cryptography (authentication, data encryption). * The ability to quickly acquire new skills and tools. * Good non-functional testing experience. This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.