Job Title: Scrum Master (JIRA) Role Overview We are looking for a seasoned Scrum Master to support Agile delivery and oversee the management of delivery workflows within a Client programme. The individual must be capable of working within stringent governance and compliance frameworks. The appointed Scrum Master will take the lead on Scrum deliverables, facilitating the delivery of complex solutions in secure, regulated, and often constrained settings. Expertise with Atlassian JIRA is essential, as it will be used to manage delivery workflows throughout the project. Key Responsibilities Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, Retrospectives) Act as servant leader to Agile teams, removing impediments and enabling delivery Manage and optimise delivery workflows using Jira Software Work closely with Product Owners to maintain a well-groomed backlog. Support delivery in client environments including: Working within client governance frameworks Managing dependencies with external suppliers and systems Ensure Agile practices are adapted appropriately for regulated defence programmes, including supporting RADIO management from a Scrum Manager perspective. Track and report delivery metrics (velocity, burn-down, predictability), ensuring key milestones are tracked and updated on the Project plan. Coach teams and stakeholders in Agile best practices Facilitate collaboration across engineering, architecture, and security teams Support integration of COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf) and bespoke applications / platforms into Agile delivery, ensuring reporting is taking place in accordance with project governance. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Scrum Master in Agile delivery environments Strong hands-on experience with Jira Software (Epics, boards, workflows, reporting) Experience working within UK government projects Understanding of: Secure / deployed environments Air-gapped or restricted network constraints desirable Familiarity with Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFU or similar) Ability to manage delivery in high-compliance environments Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Desirable Experience Experience working within client programmes Knowledge of Client XX Digital standards or delivery frameworks Experience integrating: Legacy systems Cloud-native platforms (e.g., AWS-based solutions) Familiarity with DevSecOps practices in secure environments Scrum certifications (CSM, PSM, SAFU SM) Key Attributes Pragmatic Agile mindset (able to adapt Scrum to real-world constraints) Strong facilitation and conflict resolution skills Resilient and comfortable working in complex, evolving environments Security-aware and compliance-conscious Proven ability to lead and support in teams Typical Environment Multidisciplinary Agile teams, including multidisciplinary teams: client, vendor, partner and 3rd parties. Highly regulated, security-conscious delivery setting Mix of modern cloud-native, bespoke applications and legacy/COTS systems Tooling centred around JIRA and collaborative platforms Security Requirements Eligibility client UK Security Clearance (SC) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Jun 11, 2026
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Job Title: Scrum Master (JIRA) Role Overview We are looking for a seasoned Scrum Master to support Agile delivery and oversee the management of delivery workflows within a Client programme. The individual must be capable of working within stringent governance and compliance frameworks. The appointed Scrum Master will take the lead on Scrum deliverables, facilitating the delivery of complex solutions in secure, regulated, and often constrained settings. Expertise with Atlassian JIRA is essential, as it will be used to manage delivery workflows throughout the project. Key Responsibilities Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, Retrospectives) Act as servant leader to Agile teams, removing impediments and enabling delivery Manage and optimise delivery workflows using Jira Software Work closely with Product Owners to maintain a well-groomed backlog. Support delivery in client environments including: Working within client governance frameworks Managing dependencies with external suppliers and systems Ensure Agile practices are adapted appropriately for regulated defence programmes, including supporting RADIO management from a Scrum Manager perspective. Track and report delivery metrics (velocity, burn-down, predictability), ensuring key milestones are tracked and updated on the Project plan. Coach teams and stakeholders in Agile best practices Facilitate collaboration across engineering, architecture, and security teams Support integration of COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf) and bespoke applications / platforms into Agile delivery, ensuring reporting is taking place in accordance with project governance. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Scrum Master in Agile delivery environments Strong hands-on experience with Jira Software (Epics, boards, workflows, reporting) Experience working within UK government projects Understanding of: Secure / deployed environments Air-gapped or restricted network constraints desirable Familiarity with Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFU or similar) Ability to manage delivery in high-compliance environments Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Desirable Experience Experience working within client programmes Knowledge of Client XX Digital standards or delivery frameworks Experience integrating: Legacy systems Cloud-native platforms (e.g., AWS-based solutions) Familiarity with DevSecOps practices in secure environments Scrum certifications (CSM, PSM, SAFU SM) Key Attributes Pragmatic Agile mindset (able to adapt Scrum to real-world constraints) Strong facilitation and conflict resolution skills Resilient and comfortable working in complex, evolving environments Security-aware and compliance-conscious Proven ability to lead and support in teams Typical Environment Multidisciplinary Agile teams, including multidisciplinary teams: client, vendor, partner and 3rd parties. Highly regulated, security-conscious delivery setting Mix of modern cloud-native, bespoke applications and legacy/COTS systems Tooling centred around JIRA and collaborative platforms Security Requirements Eligibility client UK Security Clearance (SC) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Lead DevOps Engineer (Hybrid - London) Location: London (Hybrid: 3 days per week on-site) Security Clearance Required: Active, live SC Clearance or DV Clearance (Mandatory) Position Type: Permanent CRITICAL REQUIREMENT - PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING: Due to the secure nature of the client's platform and infrastructure projects, this position strictly requires candidates to hold a currently active and live UK Security Clearance (SC or DV) . Candidates who do not currently possess this clearance, or whose clearance has lapsed, cannot be considered for this role. Please do not apply if you do not hold active SC or DV status. The Opportunity I am exclusively partnering with a pioneering, high-growth technology vendor specializing in secure, enterprise-level cloud platforms and AI-integrated software solutions. They engineer bespoke architectures that solve highly complex data, automation, and infrastructure challenges for specialized clients across secure sectors. As they expand their technical division, they are seeking a high-caliber Lead DevOps Engineer who can seamlessly balance technical architecture, strategic stakeholder alignment, and hands-on delivery. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role where you will play a pivotal part in scaling a modern DevSecOps function and fostering a high-performance engineering culture across their London hub. The Role & Responsibilities This position offers a fluid mix of team leadership, technical architecture, and hands-on systems engineering. Working on-site in London three days a week, you will lead an agile squad, driving continuous innovation and transforming complex customer requirements into resilient, secure platform solutions. Technical Vision & AI Delivery: Collaborate with senior engineering leadership to design and execute robust cloud infrastructure architectures, with a specific focus on deploying and scaling modern AI solutions. Team Leadership & Coaching: Act as a technical mentor and culture carrier, coaching a talented squad of engineers in modern DevSecOps best practices, automation, and continuous improvement. Client & Product Alignment: Interface directly with key clients and technical stakeholders to refine product definitions, troubleshoot complex platform issues, and ensure deliveries map directly to strategic goals. Architecture & API Integrity: Work alongside Product Managers and Delivery Leads to design clean, scalable microservices architectures utilizing open standards and robust API frameworks. Governance & Compliance: Maintain strict oversight of modern regulatory requirements, infrastructure compliance, and security frameworks to ensure total platform integrity. Pipeline & Resource Strategy: Actively evaluate the engineering roadmap to advise internal stakeholders on technical pipeline bottlenecks, risk mitigation, and optimal team resourcing levels. Requirements & Technical Expertise To be successful in this role, you must bring a blend of strong leadership capability, client-facing confidence, and deep technical breadth across modern cloud ecosystem toolchains. Essential Criteria: Clearance Status: A currently active and live UK SC or DV Clearance is non-negotiable. Technical Depth: Elite proficiency in managing and scaling cloud-native infrastructure, with deep expertise across AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, Git, and RESTful APIs. Leadership Track Record: Demonstrable experience operating in a Technical Lead, Infrastructure Architect, or Senior DevOps capacity-with the proven ability to build, scale, and mentor an engineering team. Agile & Start-Up Agility: A background thriving within fast-paced, high-growth, or start-up adjacent environments. You must be highly resilient to change and comfortable with fluid, reactive priorities. Hybrid Commute: The ability to work from the client's Central London office 3 days per week . Problem-Solving Mastery: Advanced troubleshooting capabilities with a pragmatic, solution-driven approach to mitigating risks across complex, secure deployments. Highly Desirable: Direct, hands-on experience deploying and running AI or Machine Learning workloads in a production environment. Holding an AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional) badge or an equivalent cloud certification. An entrepreneurial mindset with a natural inclination to challenge legacy prototypes and introduce alternative software methodologies. A relevant degree qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. To Apply: If you hold a live, active SC or DV clearance , meet the technical criteria, and are comfortable with a 3-day-a-week London hybrid model, please apply with your CV today for an immediate, confidential briefing. Reminder: Applications without active UK national security clearance will be automatically rejected.
Jun 10, 2026
Full time
Lead DevOps Engineer (Hybrid - London) Location: London (Hybrid: 3 days per week on-site) Security Clearance Required: Active, live SC Clearance or DV Clearance (Mandatory) Position Type: Permanent CRITICAL REQUIREMENT - PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING: Due to the secure nature of the client's platform and infrastructure projects, this position strictly requires candidates to hold a currently active and live UK Security Clearance (SC or DV) . Candidates who do not currently possess this clearance, or whose clearance has lapsed, cannot be considered for this role. Please do not apply if you do not hold active SC or DV status. The Opportunity I am exclusively partnering with a pioneering, high-growth technology vendor specializing in secure, enterprise-level cloud platforms and AI-integrated software solutions. They engineer bespoke architectures that solve highly complex data, automation, and infrastructure challenges for specialized clients across secure sectors. As they expand their technical division, they are seeking a high-caliber Lead DevOps Engineer who can seamlessly balance technical architecture, strategic stakeholder alignment, and hands-on delivery. This is a dynamic, fast-paced role where you will play a pivotal part in scaling a modern DevSecOps function and fostering a high-performance engineering culture across their London hub. The Role & Responsibilities This position offers a fluid mix of team leadership, technical architecture, and hands-on systems engineering. Working on-site in London three days a week, you will lead an agile squad, driving continuous innovation and transforming complex customer requirements into resilient, secure platform solutions. Technical Vision & AI Delivery: Collaborate with senior engineering leadership to design and execute robust cloud infrastructure architectures, with a specific focus on deploying and scaling modern AI solutions. Team Leadership & Coaching: Act as a technical mentor and culture carrier, coaching a talented squad of engineers in modern DevSecOps best practices, automation, and continuous improvement. Client & Product Alignment: Interface directly with key clients and technical stakeholders to refine product definitions, troubleshoot complex platform issues, and ensure deliveries map directly to strategic goals. Architecture & API Integrity: Work alongside Product Managers and Delivery Leads to design clean, scalable microservices architectures utilizing open standards and robust API frameworks. Governance & Compliance: Maintain strict oversight of modern regulatory requirements, infrastructure compliance, and security frameworks to ensure total platform integrity. Pipeline & Resource Strategy: Actively evaluate the engineering roadmap to advise internal stakeholders on technical pipeline bottlenecks, risk mitigation, and optimal team resourcing levels. Requirements & Technical Expertise To be successful in this role, you must bring a blend of strong leadership capability, client-facing confidence, and deep technical breadth across modern cloud ecosystem toolchains. Essential Criteria: Clearance Status: A currently active and live UK SC or DV Clearance is non-negotiable. Technical Depth: Elite proficiency in managing and scaling cloud-native infrastructure, with deep expertise across AWS, Kubernetes, Docker, CI/CD pipelines, Git, and RESTful APIs. Leadership Track Record: Demonstrable experience operating in a Technical Lead, Infrastructure Architect, or Senior DevOps capacity-with the proven ability to build, scale, and mentor an engineering team. Agile & Start-Up Agility: A background thriving within fast-paced, high-growth, or start-up adjacent environments. You must be highly resilient to change and comfortable with fluid, reactive priorities. Hybrid Commute: The ability to work from the client's Central London office 3 days per week . Problem-Solving Mastery: Advanced troubleshooting capabilities with a pragmatic, solution-driven approach to mitigating risks across complex, secure deployments. Highly Desirable: Direct, hands-on experience deploying and running AI or Machine Learning workloads in a production environment. Holding an AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional) badge or an equivalent cloud certification. An entrepreneurial mindset with a natural inclination to challenge legacy prototypes and introduce alternative software methodologies. A relevant degree qualification in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. To Apply: If you hold a live, active SC or DV clearance , meet the technical criteria, and are comfortable with a 3-day-a-week London hybrid model, please apply with your CV today for an immediate, confidential briefing. Reminder: Applications without active UK national security clearance will be automatically rejected.
Associate Consultant - Secure Cloud / GCP / GDC DevSecOps Join RT Consulting's Associate Consulting workforce Who we are RT Consulting are a trusted management consultancy and service provider. We are proud to hold the Gold Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme. RT are a member of the Government Digital Sustainability Alliance, bringing government, industry, and academia together to improve digital sustainability outcomes for the UK government and its supply chain We deliver highly capable and effective value for money solutions to our clients as the 'customer friend' and trusted partner across Defence, Policing, Central and Local Government. We deploy consultants who ensure alignment with Government policy, stakeholder expectations, and long-term impact goals. We specialise in the delivery of Cloud & Digital Infrastructure services , including multi-cloud engineering (AWS, Azure, GCP), secure cloud platforms, DevSecOps and automation, Site Reliability Engineering, digital workplace technologies, and resilient, scalable infrastructure operations across complex and regulated environments. Your Invitation: We invite you to join our Cloud & Digital Infrastructure consulting team , where we can align you to current and upcoming demand across cloud engineering, secure platform engineering, DevSecOps/SRE, and modern infrastructure transformation. We are particularly building capability in: Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) / air-gapped deployments Secure-by-design cloud engineering for Defence and high-assurance environments Kubernetes, containerisation, and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform) This includes supporting surge activity for our defence partners delivering secure cloud services into secure environments. Engagement expectations Vetting: Due to the regulated nature of our work and our significant defence portfolio, a minimum of active SC clearance is required. DV-cleared professionals are also in high demand for secure, air-gapped GDC programmes. Working pattern: Projects typically require 2-3 days per week on-site at Southwest client locations including, Corsham & Bristol, with hybrid flexibility where permitted. Fees: Rates are aligned to engagement scope and seniority. What you'll get You join a community of specialists across Defence, Government, Policing and wider Public Sector programmes, where knowledge sharing, peer support and professional connection are part of the culture. Priority access to new consultancy opportunities, including secure GCP/GDC, DevSecOps and platform engineering workstreams. Dedicated relationship support, Ongoing contact with a Relationship Manager who provides guidance, check-ins and forward planning to help minimise gaps between assignments. An invitation to Society events, meetups and community touchpoints, we aim to ensure you feel supported, valued and engaged throughout your consultancy journey. A consultancy environment that reflects our Group Values - Integrity & Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, High Performance, Innovation, Agility, Client Centricity & People Focused. Who you are An experienced Cloud / Platform Engineering professional with capability in one or more of the following: Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) DevOps, DevSecOps or Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) Platform Engineering and secure cloud design Kubernetes and container platforms (GKE / secure clusters) Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform) Secure cloud operations (IAM, RBAC, networking, secrets management) You are comfortable working within secure, regulated environments and collaborating directly with users and stakeholders to deliver cloud capability at pace. You will need to be well versed in the direction of travel from Government, focused on digital transformation to enhance public services, improve efficiency, and meet the evolving expectations of its citizens. This shift involves modernising outdated systems, leveraging data effectively, and adopting new technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI). The goal is a more agile, responsive, and citizen-centric government. You are comfortable operating in high-assurance, regulated environments, capable of working independently within secure delivery teams, and adept at designing, deploying and maintaining secure, modern cloud platforms. How to express interest Contact us to arrange a confidential conversation.
Jun 07, 2026
Contractor
Associate Consultant - Secure Cloud / GCP / GDC DevSecOps Join RT Consulting's Associate Consulting workforce Who we are RT Consulting are a trusted management consultancy and service provider. We are proud to hold the Gold Award under the Armed Forces Employer Recognition Scheme. RT are a member of the Government Digital Sustainability Alliance, bringing government, industry, and academia together to improve digital sustainability outcomes for the UK government and its supply chain We deliver highly capable and effective value for money solutions to our clients as the 'customer friend' and trusted partner across Defence, Policing, Central and Local Government. We deploy consultants who ensure alignment with Government policy, stakeholder expectations, and long-term impact goals. We specialise in the delivery of Cloud & Digital Infrastructure services , including multi-cloud engineering (AWS, Azure, GCP), secure cloud platforms, DevSecOps and automation, Site Reliability Engineering, digital workplace technologies, and resilient, scalable infrastructure operations across complex and regulated environments. Your Invitation: We invite you to join our Cloud & Digital Infrastructure consulting team , where we can align you to current and upcoming demand across cloud engineering, secure platform engineering, DevSecOps/SRE, and modern infrastructure transformation. We are particularly building capability in: Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) / air-gapped deployments Secure-by-design cloud engineering for Defence and high-assurance environments Kubernetes, containerisation, and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform) This includes supporting surge activity for our defence partners delivering secure cloud services into secure environments. Engagement expectations Vetting: Due to the regulated nature of our work and our significant defence portfolio, a minimum of active SC clearance is required. DV-cleared professionals are also in high demand for secure, air-gapped GDC programmes. Working pattern: Projects typically require 2-3 days per week on-site at Southwest client locations including, Corsham & Bristol, with hybrid flexibility where permitted. Fees: Rates are aligned to engagement scope and seniority. What you'll get You join a community of specialists across Defence, Government, Policing and wider Public Sector programmes, where knowledge sharing, peer support and professional connection are part of the culture. Priority access to new consultancy opportunities, including secure GCP/GDC, DevSecOps and platform engineering workstreams. Dedicated relationship support, Ongoing contact with a Relationship Manager who provides guidance, check-ins and forward planning to help minimise gaps between assignments. An invitation to Society events, meetups and community touchpoints, we aim to ensure you feel supported, valued and engaged throughout your consultancy journey. A consultancy environment that reflects our Group Values - Integrity & Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, High Performance, Innovation, Agility, Client Centricity & People Focused. Who you are An experienced Cloud / Platform Engineering professional with capability in one or more of the following: Google Cloud Platform (GCP) or Google Distributed Cloud (GDC) DevOps, DevSecOps or Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) Platform Engineering and secure cloud design Kubernetes and container platforms (GKE / secure clusters) Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform) Secure cloud operations (IAM, RBAC, networking, secrets management) You are comfortable working within secure, regulated environments and collaborating directly with users and stakeholders to deliver cloud capability at pace. You will need to be well versed in the direction of travel from Government, focused on digital transformation to enhance public services, improve efficiency, and meet the evolving expectations of its citizens. This shift involves modernising outdated systems, leveraging data effectively, and adopting new technologies like Artificial Intelligence (AI). The goal is a more agile, responsive, and citizen-centric government. You are comfortable operating in high-assurance, regulated environments, capable of working independently within secure delivery teams, and adept at designing, deploying and maintaining secure, modern cloud platforms. How to express interest Contact us to arrange a confidential conversation.
