Damia Group LTD
Security Designer/Security Architect (SC Cleared) - Remote- 500 - 600 per day Inside IR35 DOE Role Overview We are seeking an experienced SC Cleared Security Design/Security Architect to support the delivery of secure services within a major Home Office programme. The successful candidate will work with solution architects, engineering teams, security stakeholders and delivery managers to ensure security requirements are effectively incorporated into system and service designs. The Security Design/Security Architect will be responsible for producing security designs, undertaking threat modelling activities, assessing security risks, supporting assurance processes and ensuring compliance with wider Government security standards. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain security design documentation for new and existing services. Produce Security Design Packs, Security Architecture Documents and Security Assurance artefacts. Conduct threat modelling workshops and document security controls. Review solution designs and ensure alignment with security policies and standards. Define security requirements for projects and programmes. Support security assurance, accreditation and governance activities. Identify security risks and recommend proportionate mitigations. Work with delivery teams to embed security throughout the system development life cycle. Support implementation of Secure by Design principles. Review security testing outputs and track remediation activities. Provide security advice to project and technical stakeholders. Contribute to security design reviews and architecture forums. Essential Experience Active SC Clearance. Experience producing security designs and security architecture artefacts. Experience undertaking threat modelling and risk assessments. Knowledge of NCSC guidance and Government security standards. Experience supporting security assurance and accreditation activities. Understanding of cloud security principles (AWS, Azure and/or GCP). Experience working in Agile and DevSecOps delivery environments. Strong stakeholder engagement and documentation skills. Experience working within UK Government Security Designer/Security Architect (SC Cleared) - Remote- 500 - 600 per day Inside IR35 DOE This temporary contract is inside IR35 and will require working under the direction of the client delivery manager as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will follow established delivery processes and working practices This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting at SC/DV level. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, reserved post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have, or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance List of national security vetting clearance levels with guidance on who requires clearance and what checks are completed. 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. Should the role require the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, Reserved Post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003.
Security Designer/Security Architect (SC Cleared) - Remote- 500 - 600 per day Inside IR35 DOE Role Overview We are seeking an experienced SC Cleared Security Design/Security Architect to support the delivery of secure services within a major Home Office programme. The successful candidate will work with solution architects, engineering teams, security stakeholders and delivery managers to ensure security requirements are effectively incorporated into system and service designs. The Security Design/Security Architect will be responsible for producing security designs, undertaking threat modelling activities, assessing security risks, supporting assurance processes and ensuring compliance with wider Government security standards. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain security design documentation for new and existing services. Produce Security Design Packs, Security Architecture Documents and Security Assurance artefacts. Conduct threat modelling workshops and document security controls. Review solution designs and ensure alignment with security policies and standards. Define security requirements for projects and programmes. Support security assurance, accreditation and governance activities. Identify security risks and recommend proportionate mitigations. Work with delivery teams to embed security throughout the system development life cycle. Support implementation of Secure by Design principles. Review security testing outputs and track remediation activities. Provide security advice to project and technical stakeholders. Contribute to security design reviews and architecture forums. Essential Experience Active SC Clearance. Experience producing security designs and security architecture artefacts. Experience undertaking threat modelling and risk assessments. Knowledge of NCSC guidance and Government security standards. Experience supporting security assurance and accreditation activities. Understanding of cloud security principles (AWS, Azure and/or GCP). Experience working in Agile and DevSecOps delivery environments. Strong stakeholder engagement and documentation skills. Experience working within UK Government Security Designer/Security Architect (SC Cleared) - Remote- 500 - 600 per day Inside IR35 DOE This temporary contract is inside IR35 and will require working under the direction of the client delivery manager as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will follow established delivery processes and working practices This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting at SC/DV level. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, reserved post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have, or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance List of national security vetting clearance levels with guidance on who requires clearance and what checks are completed. 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. Should the role require the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, Reserved Post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003.
Tank Recruitment
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.
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.
