hackajob is collaborating with Kainos to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Join Kainos and Shape the Future At Kainos, we're problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we're transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together. We believe in a people-first culture , where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you'll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration. Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger. Working within our Defence and National Security accounts you will be working on some of the most challenging and critically important projects working across various cloud technologies. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE BUSINESS: As a Senior Platform Engineer (Senior Associate) in Kainos, you'll be responsible for leading with the design of significant components of a modern digital service platform including its automation, build, deployment and support. It's a fast-paced environment and you'll be trusted to make sound, reasoned decisions. You'll do this whilst learning about new technologies and approaches, with talented colleagues that will help you to learn, develop and grow. Your key responsibilities will include: • Working as part of a team - You'll work alongside colleagues in engineering, testing, consulting, product management and security capabilities to build, test and deploy software of the highest quality. • Using technology for positive impact - You'll ensure the latest technologies are employed appropriately to extract maximum user and business benefit. You'll ensure alignment to industry standards and best practices. • Putting people first - you'll support your colleagues and facilitate an inclusive DevOps culture in all that you do. • Finding your voice - As a respected voice within your team and to our customers, you'll drive conversations and decisions to ensure services are scalable, secure, reliable and performant. • Supporting services through Live Operation - Getting services into production is just the beginning with the fun truly starting when real users start interacting with the service you've built. You'll make sure the service is available, secure and performant as you strive to continuously improve it. • Becoming a Role Model - You'll embody the Kainos values and be the person people look up to. You'll proactively coach and mentor more junior members of the team. • Pushing the boundaries - Through exposure to technology you may develop specialisms and choose to pivot your career in a certain direction. MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS • We all work in teams here in Kainos - a proven ability of strong team skills, including working in a multi-disciplinary team is crucial • Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate issues to other technical people, and sometimes to non-technical people. • Significant expertise in: o Use of multiple configuration management, infrastructure provisioning and automation tools. o Fluency in least one of the following: Powershell, Bash, Python, Ruby, Go, Groovy. • Expertise in using multiple automation tools and at least one of: Powershell, Bash, Python, Ruby, Go, Groovy • Demonstrable experience in: o Designing, building, testing, automating, monitoring and supporting significant components within a modern digital service platform in production environments. o Producing designs that are scalable, resilient, efficient, secure, cost-effective and minimise lock-in. o Contributing to technical decisions and direction in a collaborative team environment, including architecture, estimation, product planning, user story/requirement creation and advocating MVP. o Implementing modern Continuous Delivery processes for releasing software for releasing software to production. o Applying industry best practices and patterns across infrastructure and application components e.g. security, elasticity, performance. o Using public cloud platform(s) to solve business problems (AWS or Azure). o Applying configuration management, infrastructure provisioning and container orchestration tooling to solve business problems. o Using modern version control systems including git. o Debugging complex problems across multiple servers, services and tools - you can find the needle in the haystack. DESIRABLE • Third level - or equivalent - qualification in a related discipline. • Obtained mid-level certification with a public cloud provider (AWS/Azure). • Active participation in knowledge sharing activities, both within the team and with wider non-technical audiences. • Experience of cloud-native SaaS and PaaS technologies. • We are passionate about developing people - experience in managing, mentoring and coaching junior members of staff is important Embracing our differences At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field. Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out. We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.
Aug 02, 2026
Full time
hackajob is collaborating with Kainos to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Join Kainos and Shape the Future At Kainos, we're problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we're transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together. We believe in a people-first culture , where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you'll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration. Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger. Working within our Defence and National Security accounts you will be working on some of the most challenging and critically important projects working across various cloud technologies. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE BUSINESS: As a Senior Platform Engineer (Senior Associate) in Kainos, you'll be responsible for leading with the design of significant components of a modern digital service platform including its automation, build, deployment and support. It's a fast-paced environment and you'll be trusted to make sound, reasoned decisions. You'll do this whilst learning about new technologies and approaches, with talented colleagues that will help you to learn, develop and grow. Your key responsibilities will include: • Working as part of a team - You'll work alongside colleagues in engineering, testing, consulting, product management and security capabilities to build, test and deploy software of the highest quality. • Using technology for positive impact - You'll ensure the latest technologies are employed appropriately to extract maximum user and business benefit. You'll ensure alignment to industry standards and best practices. • Putting people first - you'll support your colleagues and facilitate an inclusive DevOps culture in all that you do. • Finding your voice - As a respected voice within your team and to our customers, you'll drive conversations and decisions to ensure services are scalable, secure, reliable and performant. • Supporting services through Live Operation - Getting services into production is just the beginning with the fun truly starting when real users start interacting with the service you've built. You'll make sure the service is available, secure and performant as you strive to continuously improve it. • Becoming a Role Model - You'll embody the Kainos values and be the person people look up to. You'll proactively coach and mentor more junior members of the team. • Pushing the boundaries - Through exposure to technology you may develop specialisms and choose to pivot your career in a certain direction. MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS • We all work in teams here in Kainos - a proven ability of strong team skills, including working in a multi-disciplinary team is crucial • Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate issues to other technical people, and sometimes to non-technical people. • Significant expertise in: o Use of multiple configuration management, infrastructure provisioning and automation tools. o Fluency in least one of the following: Powershell, Bash, Python, Ruby, Go, Groovy. • Expertise in using multiple automation tools and at least one of: Powershell, Bash, Python, Ruby, Go, Groovy • Demonstrable experience in: o Designing, building, testing, automating, monitoring and supporting significant components within a modern digital service platform in production environments. o Producing designs that are scalable, resilient, efficient, secure, cost-effective and minimise lock-in. o Contributing to technical decisions and direction in a collaborative team environment, including architecture, estimation, product planning, user story/requirement creation and advocating MVP. o Implementing modern Continuous Delivery processes for releasing software for releasing software to production. o Applying industry best practices and patterns across infrastructure and application components e.g. security, elasticity, performance. o Using public cloud platform(s) to solve business problems (AWS or Azure). o Applying configuration management, infrastructure provisioning and container orchestration tooling to solve business problems. o Using modern version control systems including git. o Debugging complex problems across multiple servers, services and tools - you can find the needle in the haystack. DESIRABLE • Third level - or equivalent - qualification in a related discipline. • Obtained mid-level certification with a public cloud provider (AWS/Azure). • Active participation in knowledge sharing activities, both within the team and with wider non-technical audiences. • Experience of cloud-native SaaS and PaaS technologies. • We are passionate about developing people - experience in managing, mentoring and coaching junior members of staff is important Embracing our differences At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field. Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out. We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.
LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
Glasgow, Lanarkshire
* Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive platform provisioning and management solutions primarily within the GCP cloud platform, with ability to work across AWS and Azure. * Develop and deploy automation scripts and infrastructure-as-code using Python and Terraform to streamline operational processes and enhance system reliability. * Leverage AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Co-Pilot and Claude Code to accelerate development and improve code quality for DevOps initiatives. * Contribute to the ongoing development and evolution of the Atlas 2.0 platform, specifically focusing on GCP platform provisioning functionalities. * Manage and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure and applications using Shell Scripting and command-line tools. * Drive automation efforts to improve efficiency, reduce manual intervention, and ensure consistent application of best practices. * Implement and manage the provisioning of containerised applications and Kubernetes clusters. * Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate platform provisioning solutions with other platform components and services. * Ensure adherence to security, compliance, and operational best practices within the platform provisioning frameworks. 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.
Jul 31, 2026
Contractor
* Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive platform provisioning and management solutions primarily within the GCP cloud platform, with ability to work across AWS and Azure. * Develop and deploy automation scripts and infrastructure-as-code using Python and Terraform to streamline operational processes and enhance system reliability. * Leverage AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Co-Pilot and Claude Code to accelerate development and improve code quality for DevOps initiatives. * Contribute to the ongoing development and evolution of the Atlas 2.0 platform, specifically focusing on GCP platform provisioning functionalities. * Manage and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure and applications using Shell Scripting and command-line tools. * Drive automation efforts to improve efficiency, reduce manual intervention, and ensure consistent application of best practices. * Implement and manage the provisioning of containerised applications and Kubernetes clusters. * Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate platform provisioning solutions with other platform components and services. * Ensure adherence to security, compliance, and operational best practices within the platform provisioning frameworks. 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.
AI Agent Engineer / Machine Learning Engineer SC Cleared Remote 465/day Inside IR35 Initial 3-Month Contract We're working with a leading software company specialising in Enterprise AI and digital transformation. Their AI platform enables organisations to securely connect, discover and utilise enterprise data to power AI-driven search, intelligent automation and regulatory compliance. They are looking for an SC Cleared AI Agent and Machine Learning Engineer to join their team from August, supporting the delivery of an exciting Central Government programme helping to develop intelligent AI agents and machine learning capabilities that solve real-world business challenges. Contract Details: Duration: Initial 3-month contract (likely extension) Location: Fully Remote (UK) Rate: 465 per day IR35: Inside IR35 Clearance: Active SC Clearance is essential You'll be responsible for: Designing and developing AI agents using modern LLM frameworks Building Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions using enterprise knowledge sources Developing and deploying Machine Learning models for intelligent decision-making Integrating AI services with enterprise APIs and data platforms Engineering prompts, tool calling and agent workflows Working with structured and unstructured data to improve AI performance Collaborating with software engineers, data scientists and architects to deliver secure AI solutions Ensuring solutions meet security, governance and compliance requirements expected within government environment Requirements Active SC Clearance (mandatory) Experience in AI Agent Engineering or Machine Learning Engineering. Available to start in August Strong communication skills and experience working within Agile delivery teams If you're an AI Engineer, Machine Learning Engineer, Generative AI Engineer, LLM Engineer or Software Engineer with hands-on experience building production AI solutions, I'd be keen to speak with you. Please apply with your latest CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Jul 31, 2026
Contractor
AI Agent Engineer / Machine Learning Engineer SC Cleared Remote 465/day Inside IR35 Initial 3-Month Contract We're working with a leading software company specialising in Enterprise AI and digital transformation. Their AI platform enables organisations to securely connect, discover and utilise enterprise data to power AI-driven search, intelligent automation and regulatory compliance. They are looking for an SC Cleared AI Agent and Machine Learning Engineer to join their team from August, supporting the delivery of an exciting Central Government programme helping to develop intelligent AI agents and machine learning capabilities that solve real-world business challenges. Contract Details: Duration: Initial 3-month contract (likely extension) Location: Fully Remote (UK) Rate: 465 per day IR35: Inside IR35 Clearance: Active SC Clearance is essential You'll be responsible for: Designing and developing AI agents using modern LLM frameworks Building Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) solutions using enterprise knowledge sources Developing and deploying Machine Learning models for intelligent decision-making Integrating AI services with enterprise APIs and data platforms Engineering prompts, tool calling and agent workflows Working with structured and unstructured data to improve AI performance Collaborating with software engineers, data scientists and architects to deliver secure AI solutions Ensuring solutions meet security, governance and compliance requirements expected within government environment Requirements Active SC Clearance (mandatory) Experience in AI Agent Engineering or Machine Learning Engineering. Available to start in August Strong communication skills and experience working within Agile delivery teams If you're an AI Engineer, Machine Learning Engineer, Generative AI Engineer, LLM Engineer or Software Engineer with hands-on experience building production AI solutions, I'd be keen to speak with you. Please apply with your latest CV or get in touch for a confidential discussion.
Our client, a prominent player in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Security Cleared Senior Network Engineer on a contract basis to support the delivery and optimisation of Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine) and enterprise wireless (Catalyst 9800) platforms. This hands-on role focuses on engineering, troubleshooting, and implementation, particularly across secure network access (802.1X), policy enforcement, and wireless integration. You will play a key role in resolving complex issues, supporting upgrades, and ensuring stable, secure operation of critical network services. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design, build, and replacement of legacy Cisco Wireless infrastructure with modern Cisco Catalyst 9800 WLC architecture, ensuring scalable, resilient, and high-performance wireless services Define and deliver end-to-end wireless migration strategies, including planning, staging, cutover execution, and post-implementation optimisation Architect and implement high-availability 9800 WLC deployments (SSO, redundancy models), ensuring minimal service disruption and operational resilience Design and implement enterprise wireless solutions, including SSID segmentation, policy profiles, VLAN mapping, RF optimisation, and seamless roaming Own the design, upgrade, and lifecycle management of Cisco ISE environments, including version upgrades, patching strategies, backup/restore, and HA topology improvements Optimise ISE policy frameworks, including authentication and authorisation policies, profiling, posture, and identity-based access control Design and enhance secure network access solutions leveraging 802.1X and MAB across both wired and wireless environments Drive performance improvements and service optimisation across wireless and AAA infrastructure, identifying bottlenecks and implementing streamlined, scalable solutions Troubleshoot complex authentication and connectivity issues, utilising packet capture and deep protocol analysis (Wireshark, TCPdump) Support change and release activities, ensuring adherence to governance and documentation standards Manage and escalate issues to vendors (e.g. Cisco TAC) where required Produce clear and accurate technical documentation, runbooks, and support artefacts Job Requirements: Security clearance (SC cleared or the ability to become SC cleared) Strong understanding of TCP/IP and OSI model fundamentals Experience with VLANs, trunking, inter-VLAN routing, DHCP, DNS, NTP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP Solid grounding in network security (AAA, segmentation, firewall troubleshooting) Ability to perform packet-level troubleshooting Strong experience deploying and supporting Cisco ISE in enterprise environments Expertise in 802.1X (wired and wireless), MAB, RADIUS authentication flows, and policy enforcement Deep understanding of CAPWAP, AP join process, and mobility/roaming in Cisco Catalyst 9800 (IOS-XE) WLCs Experience with RF design (RRM, DCA, channel/power tuning), high-density wireless environments, FlexConnect and local mode deployments Strong knowledge of WPA2/WPA3 Enterprise and integration with ISE (802.1X, MAB, role-based access) Desirable Skills: Experience with Cisco DNA Center Experience with ForcePoint Firewalls Suitable business and/or technical leadership skills in technology consulting Basic automation or API exposure (ISE/IOS-XE REST APIs) Relevant certifications such as CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Security, Cisco ISE Specialist, CWNA/CWNP Soft Skills: Ability to diagnose cross-platform issues between ISE, WLC, and switching infrastructure Strong incident troubleshooting under pressure Clear and structured documentation of configurations, policies, and workflows Experience working within change and release management processes Effective stakeholder communication Experience with vendor escalation and TAC case management
Jul 31, 2026
Contractor
Our client, a prominent player in the Defence & Security sector, is seeking a Security Cleared Senior Network Engineer on a contract basis to support the delivery and optimisation of Cisco ISE (Identity Services Engine) and enterprise wireless (Catalyst 9800) platforms. This hands-on role focuses on engineering, troubleshooting, and implementation, particularly across secure network access (802.1X), policy enforcement, and wireless integration. You will play a key role in resolving complex issues, supporting upgrades, and ensuring stable, secure operation of critical network services. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design, build, and replacement of legacy Cisco Wireless infrastructure with modern Cisco Catalyst 9800 WLC architecture, ensuring scalable, resilient, and high-performance wireless services Define and deliver end-to-end wireless migration strategies, including planning, staging, cutover execution, and post-implementation optimisation Architect and implement high-availability 9800 WLC deployments (SSO, redundancy models), ensuring minimal service disruption and operational resilience Design and implement enterprise wireless solutions, including SSID segmentation, policy profiles, VLAN mapping, RF optimisation, and seamless roaming Own the design, upgrade, and lifecycle management of Cisco ISE environments, including version upgrades, patching strategies, backup/restore, and HA topology improvements Optimise ISE policy frameworks, including authentication and authorisation policies, profiling, posture, and identity-based access control Design and enhance secure network access solutions leveraging 802.1X and MAB across both wired and wireless environments Drive performance improvements and service optimisation across wireless and AAA infrastructure, identifying bottlenecks and implementing streamlined, scalable solutions Troubleshoot complex authentication and connectivity issues, utilising packet capture and deep protocol analysis (Wireshark, TCPdump) Support change and release activities, ensuring adherence to governance and documentation standards Manage and escalate issues to vendors (e.g. Cisco TAC) where required Produce clear and accurate technical documentation, runbooks, and support artefacts Job Requirements: Security clearance (SC cleared or the ability to become SC cleared) Strong understanding of TCP/IP and OSI model fundamentals Experience with VLANs, trunking, inter-VLAN routing, DHCP, DNS, NTP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP Solid grounding in network security (AAA, segmentation, firewall troubleshooting) Ability to perform packet-level troubleshooting Strong experience deploying and supporting Cisco ISE in enterprise environments Expertise in 802.1X (wired and wireless), MAB, RADIUS authentication flows, and policy enforcement Deep understanding of CAPWAP, AP join process, and mobility/roaming in Cisco Catalyst 9800 (IOS-XE) WLCs Experience with RF design (RRM, DCA, channel/power tuning), high-density wireless environments, FlexConnect and local mode deployments Strong knowledge of WPA2/WPA3 Enterprise and integration with ISE (802.1X, MAB, role-based access) Desirable Skills: Experience with Cisco DNA Center Experience with ForcePoint Firewalls Suitable business and/or technical leadership skills in technology consulting Basic automation or API exposure (ISE/IOS-XE REST APIs) Relevant certifications such as CCNP Enterprise, CCNP Security, Cisco ISE Specialist, CWNA/CWNP Soft Skills: Ability to diagnose cross-platform issues between ISE, WLC, and switching infrastructure Strong incident troubleshooting under pressure Clear and structured documentation of configurations, policies, and workflows Experience working within change and release management processes Effective stakeholder communication Experience with vendor escalation and TAC case management
DevOps Engineer SC cleared Permanent Flexible AWS Terraform SC Cleared At Peregrine, we re always seeking Specialist Talent that have the ideal mix of skills, experience, and attitude, to place with our vast array of clients. From Business Analysts in large government organisations to Software Developers in the private sector we are always in search of the best talent to place, now. The role: We are seeking an SC cleared DevOps Engineer to work as a forward deployed engineer, embedded within the Cyber Capability Unit. The role will support the design, build and deployment of AI powered solutions that strengthen cyber security and fraud prevention capabilities. You will work closely with engineers, product owners and stakeholders to understand operational needs, develop prototypes and deploy secure, reliable solutions within approved platforms and environments. This role directly supports the Cyber Resilience Centre s mission and contributes to the wider security strategy by delivering practical, governed AI solutions that provide measurable operational value. Responsibilities: Cloud and Platform Integration Design and deploy solutions in AWS cloud environments Use infrastructure as code to ensure repeatable and compliant deployments Ensure all solutions meet organisational governance, security and compliance standards CI/CD and Automation Configure, manage and maintain GitLab CI pipelines Automate testing, build and deployment of infrastructure, applications and services Promote best practice DevOps ways of working across environments Testing and Quality Implement unit, integration and performance testing for all components Ensure solutions are reliable, reproducible and stable across releases Support continuous improvement of testing practices Monitoring and Incident Response Implement observability and monitoring tooling Track system performance and detect anomalies Support incident response, troubleshooting and root cause analysis in live environments Collaboration and Delivery Work closely with engineers, analysts and stakeholders Translate requirements into working technical solutions Support deployment, handover and ongoing optimisation of delivered capabilities Skills & Experience: Active SC clearance Strong experience deploying and operating solutions in AWS Infrastructure as code using Terraform CI/CD pipeline development using GitLab CI Experience with monitoring, logging and alerting tools Understanding of secure DevOps practices in regulated environments Experience working with large data stores or big data platforms Desirable skills: Experience supporting AI or data driven platforms Knowledge of cyber security or fraud prevention domains Experience working within government or critical national infrastructure environments About Peregrine We build workforces that deliver tech and change programmes at leading UK organisations. By combining data science from Peregrine Intelligence, our industry-accredited Peregrine Academy, and market-leading attraction and diversity initiatives, we bridge capability gaps at all levels in public and private sector organisations. We work closely with our clients to understand their challenges and deliver flexible, long-term solutions that make a real difference. When you join Peregrine, you become part of a team that s focused on growth, both yours, our clients , and the sectors we support. You ll also get access to a full range of benefits alongside your salary. How Specialist Talent Works As a permanent employee at Peregrine, you ll be part of our Specialist Talent team. That means you ll work on-site or remotely with our clients, supporting them on complex, high-impact projects in Data, Digital and Business Transformation. You ll get the variety and challenge of consultancy work, with the stability and support of a permanent role. You re not a contractor - you re a valued member of our team, with access to all the same benefits, learning opportunities, and community. Find out more: peregrine.global or check out our LinkedIn page: peregrin e- resourcing
Jul 31, 2026
Full time
DevOps Engineer SC cleared Permanent Flexible AWS Terraform SC Cleared At Peregrine, we re always seeking Specialist Talent that have the ideal mix of skills, experience, and attitude, to place with our vast array of clients. From Business Analysts in large government organisations to Software Developers in the private sector we are always in search of the best talent to place, now. The role: We are seeking an SC cleared DevOps Engineer to work as a forward deployed engineer, embedded within the Cyber Capability Unit. The role will support the design, build and deployment of AI powered solutions that strengthen cyber security and fraud prevention capabilities. You will work closely with engineers, product owners and stakeholders to understand operational needs, develop prototypes and deploy secure, reliable solutions within approved platforms and environments. This role directly supports the Cyber Resilience Centre s mission and contributes to the wider security strategy by delivering practical, governed AI solutions that provide measurable operational value. Responsibilities: Cloud and Platform Integration Design and deploy solutions in AWS cloud environments Use infrastructure as code to ensure repeatable and compliant deployments Ensure all solutions meet organisational governance, security and compliance standards CI/CD and Automation Configure, manage and maintain GitLab CI pipelines Automate testing, build and deployment of infrastructure, applications and services Promote best practice DevOps ways of working across environments Testing and Quality Implement unit, integration and performance testing for all components Ensure solutions are reliable, reproducible and stable across releases Support continuous improvement of testing practices Monitoring and Incident Response Implement observability and monitoring tooling Track system performance and detect anomalies Support incident response, troubleshooting and root cause analysis in live environments Collaboration and Delivery Work closely with engineers, analysts and stakeholders Translate requirements into working technical solutions Support deployment, handover and ongoing optimisation of delivered capabilities Skills & Experience: Active SC clearance Strong experience deploying and operating solutions in AWS Infrastructure as code using Terraform CI/CD pipeline development using GitLab CI Experience with monitoring, logging and alerting tools Understanding of secure DevOps practices in regulated environments Experience working with large data stores or big data platforms Desirable skills: Experience supporting AI or data driven platforms Knowledge of cyber security or fraud prevention domains Experience working within government or critical national infrastructure environments About Peregrine We build workforces that deliver tech and change programmes at leading UK organisations. By combining data science from Peregrine Intelligence, our industry-accredited Peregrine Academy, and market-leading attraction and diversity initiatives, we bridge capability gaps at all levels in public and private sector organisations. We work closely with our clients to understand their challenges and deliver flexible, long-term solutions that make a real difference. When you join Peregrine, you become part of a team that s focused on growth, both yours, our clients , and the sectors we support. You ll also get access to a full range of benefits alongside your salary. How Specialist Talent Works As a permanent employee at Peregrine, you ll be part of our Specialist Talent team. That means you ll work on-site or remotely with our clients, supporting them on complex, high-impact projects in Data, Digital and Business Transformation. You ll get the variety and challenge of consultancy work, with the stability and support of a permanent role. You re not a contractor - you re a valued member of our team, with access to all the same benefits, learning opportunities, and community. Find out more: peregrine.global or check out our LinkedIn page: peregrin e- resourcing
DevOps Azure (SC Cleared) Taunton (Hybrid) 3 - 6 Month Contract £500/day (Outside IR35) DevOps Engineer needed with active SC Security Clearance and strong hands-on Azure Cloud experience. 3 to 6 Month Contract based in Taunton (Hybrid). Hybrid Working - primarily working remotely from home with travel to the Taunton (Somerset) office typically 3 times per month. A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation on a large-scale Government project. Paying up to £500/day (Outside IR35). Start ASAP during Summer 2026. Key skills, experience + tasks will include: DevOps Engineer to support the design, implementation + maintenance of secure, scalable + automated cloud environments within a regulated Azure ecosystem. Working closely with Lead Developers, DevOps Leads, Architects + Testers to enable efficient software delivery through automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platform management. Hands-on DevOps Engineer who can drive operational excellence, deployment reliability + continuous improvement across the development lifecycle. Must have strong Azure Cloud Services experience, including hands-on experience with Azure DevOps pipelines + release management. Strong understanding of CI/CD principles and deployment automation + Git-based version control systems. Implement + manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like: Bicep, Terraform + ARM Templates. Develop, maintain, and support CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and Git-based workflows. Key Tasks: implementing automated build, deployment, environment provisioning processes, trouble-shooting, monitoring tools within Azure environments. Configure and maintain Azure cloud resources across Development, Test, UAT, and Production environments. Assist in implementing containerized solutions using Docker + Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS). Active SC Security Clearance is essential for this contract.
Jul 30, 2026
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DevOps Azure (SC Cleared) Taunton (Hybrid) 3 - 6 Month Contract £500/day (Outside IR35) DevOps Engineer needed with active SC Security Clearance and strong hands-on Azure Cloud experience. 3 to 6 Month Contract based in Taunton (Hybrid). Hybrid Working - primarily working remotely from home with travel to the Taunton (Somerset) office typically 3 times per month. A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation on a large-scale Government project. Paying up to £500/day (Outside IR35). Start ASAP during Summer 2026. Key skills, experience + tasks will include: DevOps Engineer to support the design, implementation + maintenance of secure, scalable + automated cloud environments within a regulated Azure ecosystem. Working closely with Lead Developers, DevOps Leads, Architects + Testers to enable efficient software delivery through automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platform management. Hands-on DevOps Engineer who can drive operational excellence, deployment reliability + continuous improvement across the development lifecycle. Must have strong Azure Cloud Services experience, including hands-on experience with Azure DevOps pipelines + release management. Strong understanding of CI/CD principles and deployment automation + Git-based version control systems. Implement + manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like: Bicep, Terraform + ARM Templates. Develop, maintain, and support CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and Git-based workflows. Key Tasks: implementing automated build, deployment, environment provisioning processes, trouble-shooting, monitoring tools within Azure environments. Configure and maintain Azure cloud resources across Development, Test, UAT, and Production environments. Assist in implementing containerized solutions using Docker + Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS). Active SC Security Clearance is essential for this contract.
Principal Platform Engineer | VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Yeovil HQ | 3-4 days onsite (Condensed Hours Available) Up to £800 per day Inside IR35 *DV Clearance is essential* Are you an experienced DV cleared Platform Engineer with deep VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) expertise looking to work on some of the UK's most secure and technically challenging programmes? We're partnering with a leading Defence organisation to recruit a Principal Platform Engineer who will play a key role in designing and delivering enterprise-scale, software-defined infrastructure within highly classified environments. As a Principal Platform Engineer, you'll lead the design, implementation and evolution of secure VMware Cloud Foundation platforms, working alongside highly skilled engineers to deliver resilient, enterprise-grade infrastructure. You'll combine hands-on technical leadership with architecture, mentoring and customer engagement, helping shape solutions that operate in some of the most demanding environments. What You'll Be Doing Lead the architecture, design and deployment of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) platforms. Design secure software-defined datacentre solutions spanning compute, storage and networking. Translate customer requirements into robust technical designs and implementation plans. Take ownership of complex technical work packages, providing estimates, technical leadership and delivery oversight. Embed secure-by-design principles throughout the engineering life cycle. Mentor and support engineers, helping develop capability across the wider team. Engage directly with customers and stakeholders, presenting technical solutions and influencing key decisions. Contribute to platform strategy, innovation and the evolution of future infrastructure capabilities. You'll have strong experience across several of the following: VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), including vSphere, vSAN, NSX and Aria Suite Enterprise virtualisation and software-defined datacentre technologies Windows and Linux administration Networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing and Firewalls NSX, network virtualisation and micro-segmentation Infrastructure automation using PowerShell, Python, Bash, Ansible and/or Terraform Secure platform engineering within enterprise, government or defence environments Systems engineering across the full project life cycle Enterprise platform integration across compute, storage and networking VMware VCAP certification AWS or other public cloud platforms Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevSecOps practices VxRail and hyper-converged infrastructure VMware Cloud Foundation life cycle management, patching and upgrades Active Directory, PKI, PAM, SIEM and enterprise monitoring integrations Kubernetes and container platforms Security Clearance Due to the nature of the work, DV Clearance is essential, we are not able to consider candidates with SC or below, please do not apply if you do not hold this level of clearance. What's on Offer? Up to £800 per day (Inside IR35) Long-term programme within a leading Defence organisation Condensed working hours available Work on highly secure, enterprise-scale platforms using cutting-edge VMware technologies The opportunity to influence architecture, mentor talented engineers and work on genuinely mission-critical infrastructure
Jul 30, 2026
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Principal Platform Engineer | VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Yeovil HQ | 3-4 days onsite (Condensed Hours Available) Up to £800 per day Inside IR35 *DV Clearance is essential* Are you an experienced DV cleared Platform Engineer with deep VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) expertise looking to work on some of the UK's most secure and technically challenging programmes? We're partnering with a leading Defence organisation to recruit a Principal Platform Engineer who will play a key role in designing and delivering enterprise-scale, software-defined infrastructure within highly classified environments. As a Principal Platform Engineer, you'll lead the design, implementation and evolution of secure VMware Cloud Foundation platforms, working alongside highly skilled engineers to deliver resilient, enterprise-grade infrastructure. You'll combine hands-on technical leadership with architecture, mentoring and customer engagement, helping shape solutions that operate in some of the most demanding environments. What You'll Be Doing Lead the architecture, design and deployment of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) platforms. Design secure software-defined datacentre solutions spanning compute, storage and networking. Translate customer requirements into robust technical designs and implementation plans. Take ownership of complex technical work packages, providing estimates, technical leadership and delivery oversight. Embed secure-by-design principles throughout the engineering life cycle. Mentor and support engineers, helping develop capability across the wider team. Engage directly with customers and stakeholders, presenting technical solutions and influencing key decisions. Contribute to platform strategy, innovation and the evolution of future infrastructure capabilities. You'll have strong experience across several of the following: VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), including vSphere, vSAN, NSX and Aria Suite Enterprise virtualisation and software-defined datacentre technologies Windows and Linux administration Networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing and Firewalls NSX, network virtualisation and micro-segmentation Infrastructure automation using PowerShell, Python, Bash, Ansible and/or Terraform Secure platform engineering within enterprise, government or defence environments Systems engineering across the full project life cycle Enterprise platform integration across compute, storage and networking VMware VCAP certification AWS or other public cloud platforms Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevSecOps practices VxRail and hyper-converged infrastructure VMware Cloud Foundation life cycle management, patching and upgrades Active Directory, PKI, PAM, SIEM and enterprise monitoring integrations Kubernetes and container platforms Security Clearance Due to the nature of the work, DV Clearance is essential, we are not able to consider candidates with SC or below, please do not apply if you do not hold this level of clearance. What's on Offer? Up to £800 per day (Inside IR35) Long-term programme within a leading Defence organisation Condensed working hours available Work on highly secure, enterprise-scale platforms using cutting-edge VMware technologies The opportunity to influence architecture, mentor talented engineers and work on genuinely mission-critical infrastructure
Test Specialist Location: London Duration: 12 months Clearance: DV Clearance required UMBRELLA only If you're passionate about engineering quality for business-critical services-and you thrive in structured, high-impact programmes-this is a fantastic opportunity to support a team focused on safeguarding critical national infrastructure. Hiring for a reputed client, you'll lead QA strategy and bring clarity, confidence and rigour to testing delivery. What you'll be doing: Lead and execute product quality strategies for the clients service offerings and products Design test strategies for business-critical initiatives, helping deliver time, cost and quality across multiple workstreams Execute testing activities including test case creation, diagnostics, and test data strategy for a portfolio Account for first/second level diagnostics to enable smooth test delivery Lead full lifecycle integration testing to support complex projects and drive required deliverables Contribute to the design and development of test automation solutions to validate application functionality Perform complex defect and issue analysis-identifying impacts and root causes, then defining advanced solutions Share knowledge and continuously develop team capability in line with emerging QA engineering trends and best practices Mentor other QA engineers as a technical resource What you'll bring: Strong test management, test planning and test case design/writing experience Experience with functional and non-functional testing Experience with test management tooling such as JIRA and Confluence Experience with automated test tools and supporting test automation Ansible coding experience OSI model awareness Experience working on complex, large-scale programmes Awareness of ISO 9001 and ISO 29119 ISTQB certification DV cleared Apply now to take on a role where your QA expertise directly strengthens critical services-and where your technical leadership can make a measurable difference. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jul 30, 2026
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Test Specialist Location: London Duration: 12 months Clearance: DV Clearance required UMBRELLA only If you're passionate about engineering quality for business-critical services-and you thrive in structured, high-impact programmes-this is a fantastic opportunity to support a team focused on safeguarding critical national infrastructure. Hiring for a reputed client, you'll lead QA strategy and bring clarity, confidence and rigour to testing delivery. What you'll be doing: Lead and execute product quality strategies for the clients service offerings and products Design test strategies for business-critical initiatives, helping deliver time, cost and quality across multiple workstreams Execute testing activities including test case creation, diagnostics, and test data strategy for a portfolio Account for first/second level diagnostics to enable smooth test delivery Lead full lifecycle integration testing to support complex projects and drive required deliverables Contribute to the design and development of test automation solutions to validate application functionality Perform complex defect and issue analysis-identifying impacts and root causes, then defining advanced solutions Share knowledge and continuously develop team capability in line with emerging QA engineering trends and best practices Mentor other QA engineers as a technical resource What you'll bring: Strong test management, test planning and test case design/writing experience Experience with functional and non-functional testing Experience with test management tooling such as JIRA and Confluence Experience with automated test tools and supporting test automation Ansible coding experience OSI model awareness Experience working on complex, large-scale programmes Awareness of ISO 9001 and ISO 29119 ISTQB certification DV cleared Apply now to take on a role where your QA expertise directly strengthens critical services-and where your technical leadership can make a measurable difference. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Snowflake Architect Contract | 6 months initially (likely extension) Location: Exeter (Hybrid) Rate: £650 - £700 Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required I'm currently recruiting for a Snowflake Lead Architect to join a major public sector technology programme, supporting the design, governance, and optimisation of an enterprise-scale Snowflake platform. This is a hands-on architecture role where you'll help shape the future Snowflake operating model, improve platform capability, and support a wider team in maximising the value of the platform. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement enterprise-scale Snowflake architecture and platform solutions Lead platform engineering, governance, security, and optimisation activities Define best practices across RBAC, security controls, monitoring, observability, and FinOps Develop Terraform-based Infrastructure as Code solutions for Snowflake environments Support platform maturity assessments and define future operating models Knowledge share and help upskill internal teams on Snowflake capabilities Required Experience: Strong experience as a Lead Architect/Snowflake Architect Extensive Snowflake Data Cloud design and implementation experience Experience delivering Snowflake platforms at enterprise scale Strong knowledge of Snowflake governance, security, RBAC, and optimisation Hands-on Terraform/Infrastructure as Code experience Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) Background in platform engineering, automation, and CI/CD Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Desirable: Snowflake certification or previous experience working directly with Snowflake Experience within Defence, Government, National Security, or other regulated environments Clearance Requirements: Active SC Clearance is essential .
Jul 29, 2026
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Snowflake Architect Contract | 6 months initially (likely extension) Location: Exeter (Hybrid) Rate: £650 - £700 Clearance: Active SC Clearance Required I'm currently recruiting for a Snowflake Lead Architect to join a major public sector technology programme, supporting the design, governance, and optimisation of an enterprise-scale Snowflake platform. This is a hands-on architecture role where you'll help shape the future Snowflake operating model, improve platform capability, and support a wider team in maximising the value of the platform. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement enterprise-scale Snowflake architecture and platform solutions Lead platform engineering, governance, security, and optimisation activities Define best practices across RBAC, security controls, monitoring, observability, and FinOps Develop Terraform-based Infrastructure as Code solutions for Snowflake environments Support platform maturity assessments and define future operating models Knowledge share and help upskill internal teams on Snowflake capabilities Required Experience: Strong experience as a Lead Architect/Snowflake Architect Extensive Snowflake Data Cloud design and implementation experience Experience delivering Snowflake platforms at enterprise scale Strong knowledge of Snowflake governance, security, RBAC, and optimisation Hands-on Terraform/Infrastructure as Code experience Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) Background in platform engineering, automation, and CI/CD Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Desirable: Snowflake certification or previous experience working directly with Snowflake Experience within Defence, Government, National Security, or other regulated environments Clearance Requirements: Active SC Clearance is essential .
Senior Linux Systems Administrator (DV Cleared / DV Eligible) Location: Near Reading (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits + 5,000 DV Allowance (where applicable) Senior Linux Systems Administrator We're partnering with a leading organisation delivering secure technology solutions that support some of the UK's most critical national infrastructure programmes. This is an opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering team responsible for maintaining and evolving a large-scale data platform that underpins advanced cyber security and data science capabilities. Working within a DevOps environment, you'll help deliver continuous improvements across a secure, mission-critical infrastructure. Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain Developed Vetting (DV) Security Clearance. The Opportunity As a Senior Linux Systems Administrator, you'll play a key role in supporting and enhancing enterprise Linux environments while driving automation and operational excellence across the platform. You'll work alongside experienced infrastructure, security and DevOps engineers, solving complex technical challenges in an environment where reliability, performance and security are paramount. Key Responsibilities Administer, maintain and optimise enterprise Linux server environments across production and development platforms. Manage VMware vSphere infrastructure, including ESXi hosts, virtual machines and resource allocation. Develop and enhance infrastructure automation using Ansible and related tooling. Troubleshoot complex operating system, networking, storage and performance issues. Support secure platform operations within a highly regulated environment. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver continuous improvements through DevOps best practices. Assist with integration and interoperability between Linux and Windows Server environments where required. Essential Skills Strong Linux administration experience (RHEL, Rocky Linux or similar) Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Shell scripting (Bash) Infrastructure automation experience Continuous Integration / DevOps experience Strong understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure Knowledge of IT security principles Desirable Experience VMware vSphere / ESXi administration Ansible or similar configuration management tools Networking, storage and Linux permissions Windows Server administration Experience supporting highly secure or regulated environments Security Requirements Due to the sensitive nature of this work, applicants must be eligible to obtain Developed Vetting (DV) Security Clearance. To be eligible, you will typically need to have: Lived in the UK continuously for the past 10 years. Be willing to undergo comprehensive government security vetting. A DV allowance of 5,000 per annum may be payable whilst holding active clearance and working within a qualifying role. Working Pattern Based near Reading Week 1: Monday-Friday on-site Week 2: Monday-Thursday on-site, Friday remote 37.5 hours per week Benefits Annual performance bonus Excellent pension contribution Private healthcare options 24/7 online GP for you and your immediate family Enhanced family leave Holiday purchase scheme Flexible benefits package including dental and gym membership options Ongoing technical training and career development Opportunity to work on nationally significant technology programmes Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Jul 29, 2026
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Senior Linux Systems Administrator (DV Cleared / DV Eligible) Location: Near Reading (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits + 5,000 DV Allowance (where applicable) Senior Linux Systems Administrator We're partnering with a leading organisation delivering secure technology solutions that support some of the UK's most critical national infrastructure programmes. This is an opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering team responsible for maintaining and evolving a large-scale data platform that underpins advanced cyber security and data science capabilities. Working within a DevOps environment, you'll help deliver continuous improvements across a secure, mission-critical infrastructure. Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain Developed Vetting (DV) Security Clearance. The Opportunity As a Senior Linux Systems Administrator, you'll play a key role in supporting and enhancing enterprise Linux environments while driving automation and operational excellence across the platform. You'll work alongside experienced infrastructure, security and DevOps engineers, solving complex technical challenges in an environment where reliability, performance and security are paramount. Key Responsibilities Administer, maintain and optimise enterprise Linux server environments across production and development platforms. Manage VMware vSphere infrastructure, including ESXi hosts, virtual machines and resource allocation. Develop and enhance infrastructure automation using Ansible and related tooling. Troubleshoot complex operating system, networking, storage and performance issues. Support secure platform operations within a highly regulated environment. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver continuous improvements through DevOps best practices. Assist with integration and interoperability between Linux and Windows Server environments where required. Essential Skills Strong Linux administration experience (RHEL, Rocky Linux or similar) Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Shell scripting (Bash) Infrastructure automation experience Continuous Integration / DevOps experience Strong understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure Knowledge of IT security principles Desirable Experience VMware vSphere / ESXi administration Ansible or similar configuration management tools Networking, storage and Linux permissions Windows Server administration Experience supporting highly secure or regulated environments Security Requirements Due to the sensitive nature of this work, applicants must be eligible to obtain Developed Vetting (DV) Security Clearance. To be eligible, you will typically need to have: Lived in the UK continuously for the past 10 years. Be willing to undergo comprehensive government security vetting. A DV allowance of 5,000 per annum may be payable whilst holding active clearance and working within a qualifying role. Working Pattern Based near Reading Week 1: Monday-Friday on-site Week 2: Monday-Thursday on-site, Friday remote 37.5 hours per week Benefits Annual performance bonus Excellent pension contribution Private healthcare options 24/7 online GP for you and your immediate family Enhanced family leave Holiday purchase scheme Flexible benefits package including dental and gym membership options Ongoing technical training and career development Opportunity to work on nationally significant technology programmes Rates depend on experience and client requirements
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 Role We 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 Responsibilities Cloud 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
Jul 28, 2026
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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 Role We 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 Responsibilities Cloud 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
Scrum Master (SC + NPPV3 Cleared) Birmingham (Hybrid) 6 Month Contract £(Apply online only)/day (Outside IR35) Technical Scrum Master needed with both active SC Security Clearance and NPPV3 Security Clearance. 6 Month Contract based in Birmingham (Hybrid). Paying up to £(Apply online only)/day (Outside IR35). Start ASAP in July 2026. Technical Scrum Master with hands-on expertise with Java + Spring Boot microservices development skills to lead Agile delivery within an AWS Cloud environment. Hybrid Working - 3 days/week remote (WFH), and 2 days/week working on-site in the Birmingham office, plus occasional travel to the Croydon office. A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation business specialising in delivering large-scale Government / Public Sector projects: Technical Scrum Master with strong hands-on Java, Spring Boot, Microservices development + AWS Cloud environments. This is not a traditional Scrum Master role. The role will combine Agile leadership with deep technical capability in Java-based microservices, allowing you to actively challenge code, influence engineering decisions, and drive DevOps best practices across AWS platforms. Act as a technical authority in the squad, working closely with the Technical Delivery Manager, Product Owners, Architects, Developers + Testers to ensure high-quality, secure delivery of application and DevOps services. Agile Delivery Leadership: lead Scrum ceremonies and ensure effective sprint planning, execution + delivery outcomes. Technical Leadership & Engineering Oversight: review / challenge Java + Spring Boot microservices code to ensure adherence to clean code, performance, scalability + best practice. Influencing Software Engineering decisions relating to Java frameworks, design patterns + implementation approaches. Driving code quality improvements through reviews, static analysis + test coverage. DevOps / Engineering Excellence: driving CI/CD pipeline optimisation for Java-based services, including build, test + deployment automation. Governance, Metrics & Continuous Improvement: track delivery using DORA metrics + software engineering KPIs, monitor pipeline performance, defect rates + service reliability. Technical Expertise: Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, RESTful APIs, AWS Cloud (EC2, Lambda, S3, IAM, CloudWatch), CI/CD for Java applications (Jenkins, GitHub), Docker, ECS, EKS. Advantageous Skills: Scrum / AWS / SAFe certifications (CSM, PSM etc). SC and NPPV3 Security Clearance are both essential for this position.
Jul 28, 2026
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Scrum Master (SC + NPPV3 Cleared) Birmingham (Hybrid) 6 Month Contract £(Apply online only)/day (Outside IR35) Technical Scrum Master needed with both active SC Security Clearance and NPPV3 Security Clearance. 6 Month Contract based in Birmingham (Hybrid). Paying up to £(Apply online only)/day (Outside IR35). Start ASAP in July 2026. Technical Scrum Master with hands-on expertise with Java + Spring Boot microservices development skills to lead Agile delivery within an AWS Cloud environment. Hybrid Working - 3 days/week remote (WFH), and 2 days/week working on-site in the Birmingham office, plus occasional travel to the Croydon office. A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation business specialising in delivering large-scale Government / Public Sector projects: Technical Scrum Master with strong hands-on Java, Spring Boot, Microservices development + AWS Cloud environments. This is not a traditional Scrum Master role. The role will combine Agile leadership with deep technical capability in Java-based microservices, allowing you to actively challenge code, influence engineering decisions, and drive DevOps best practices across AWS platforms. Act as a technical authority in the squad, working closely with the Technical Delivery Manager, Product Owners, Architects, Developers + Testers to ensure high-quality, secure delivery of application and DevOps services. Agile Delivery Leadership: lead Scrum ceremonies and ensure effective sprint planning, execution + delivery outcomes. Technical Leadership & Engineering Oversight: review / challenge Java + Spring Boot microservices code to ensure adherence to clean code, performance, scalability + best practice. Influencing Software Engineering decisions relating to Java frameworks, design patterns + implementation approaches. Driving code quality improvements through reviews, static analysis + test coverage. DevOps / Engineering Excellence: driving CI/CD pipeline optimisation for Java-based services, including build, test + deployment automation. Governance, Metrics & Continuous Improvement: track delivery using DORA metrics + software engineering KPIs, monitor pipeline performance, defect rates + service reliability. Technical Expertise: Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, RESTful APIs, AWS Cloud (EC2, Lambda, S3, IAM, CloudWatch), CI/CD for Java applications (Jenkins, GitHub), Docker, ECS, EKS. Advantageous Skills: Scrum / AWS / SAFe certifications (CSM, PSM etc). SC and NPPV3 Security Clearance are both essential for this position.
Cloud Security Consultant Salary: Up to 100,000 base + package Location: Hybrid (UK client sites, office and home-based) We're recruiting for an experienced Cloud Security Consultant to join a leading cybersecurity consulting practice delivering secure cloud solutions across government and highly regulated environments. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex cloud transformation programmes, helping clients design, secure and implement cloud environments across public, private and hybrid platforms. What you'll be doing You'll work closely with clients, architects and engineering teams to deliver secure cloud solutions, including: Designing secure cloud architectures for public, private and hybrid cloud environments Developing cloud security strategies and enterprise security use cases Creating security reference architectures and governance models Supporting the design and deployment of secure cloud infrastructure Embedding security throughout the cloud lifecycle using Secure by Design principles Conducting threat modelling and architecture reviews Working with cross-functional teams to integrate secure cloud solutions across hybrid IT environments Implementing security automation, orchestration and DevSecOps practices Providing technical guidance and mentoring to colleagues and clients What we're looking for We're interested in speaking with Cloud Security professionals who have experience in one or more of the following: Cloud security architecture and design Public cloud platforms including AWS, Azure and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Secure cloud governance and operating models DevSecOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and CI/CD security Zero Trust security principles Threat modelling and security architecture reviews Cloud networking, identity and access management, application and data security Security automation and orchestration Relevant cloud security certifications (AWS, Azure or Google Cloud) Security Requirements Due to the nature of the work, applicants must : Be a sole UK national Hold active SC (Security Check) clearance Have lived continuously in the UK for the last five years What's on offer Up to 100,000 base salary Hybrid working model Opportunity to work on high-profile, security-cleared programmes Exposure to enterprise-scale cloud transformation and security projects Excellent career development within a growing cybersecurity consulting practice If you're passionate about cloud security and want to work on technically challenging projects in secure environments, we'd love to hear from you.
Jul 28, 2026
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Cloud Security Consultant Salary: Up to 100,000 base + package Location: Hybrid (UK client sites, office and home-based) We're recruiting for an experienced Cloud Security Consultant to join a leading cybersecurity consulting practice delivering secure cloud solutions across government and highly regulated environments. This is an exciting opportunity to work on complex cloud transformation programmes, helping clients design, secure and implement cloud environments across public, private and hybrid platforms. What you'll be doing You'll work closely with clients, architects and engineering teams to deliver secure cloud solutions, including: Designing secure cloud architectures for public, private and hybrid cloud environments Developing cloud security strategies and enterprise security use cases Creating security reference architectures and governance models Supporting the design and deployment of secure cloud infrastructure Embedding security throughout the cloud lifecycle using Secure by Design principles Conducting threat modelling and architecture reviews Working with cross-functional teams to integrate secure cloud solutions across hybrid IT environments Implementing security automation, orchestration and DevSecOps practices Providing technical guidance and mentoring to colleagues and clients What we're looking for We're interested in speaking with Cloud Security professionals who have experience in one or more of the following: Cloud security architecture and design Public cloud platforms including AWS, Azure and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Secure cloud governance and operating models DevSecOps, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and CI/CD security Zero Trust security principles Threat modelling and security architecture reviews Cloud networking, identity and access management, application and data security Security automation and orchestration Relevant cloud security certifications (AWS, Azure or Google Cloud) Security Requirements Due to the nature of the work, applicants must : Be a sole UK national Hold active SC (Security Check) clearance Have lived continuously in the UK for the last five years What's on offer Up to 100,000 base salary Hybrid working model Opportunity to work on high-profile, security-cleared programmes Exposure to enterprise-scale cloud transformation and security projects Excellent career development within a growing cybersecurity consulting practice If you're passionate about cloud security and want to work on technically challenging projects in secure environments, we'd love to hear from you.
LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
Bradford, Yorkshire
Senior OVCS Platform Engineer 12 Month contract initially + Extensions Based: Hybrid; 2 -3 days p/w Onsite in Bradford Rate - £350 - £450 p/d via Umbrella 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 have a great opportunity for an Senior OVCS Platform Engineer on a long term program of work. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior engineer to play a central role in a massive cloud transformation program. Working within a major global operation across the food manufacturing and retail sectors, you will be the key technical expert responsible for moving thousands of virtual machines from older, on-premises systems over to Oracle Cloud VMware Solution. The scale of this project is immense, as the infrastructure you migrate directly supports complex supply chains, and busy retail websites. Your main goal will be to keep the business running smoothly, moving large workloads safely so that these vital everyday operations and sales networks experience no disruption. What makes this role stand out is the chance to work with the absolute latest enterprise technology, giving you full administrative control within a modern cloud environment. You will use advanced VMware HCX tools to perform seamless live migrations, whilst managing high-performance storage and secure networks through VMware vSAN, NSX-T, and OCI infrastructure. For a technical professional, this offers the perfect mix of traditional flexibility and cloud speed, allowing you to solve complex engineering challenges at a huge scale. It is an ideal move if you want to modernise a major IT landscape and gain valuable experience on a highly visible industry project. Key Responsibilities: * Lead the migration of thousands of virtual machines from on-premises environments to Oracle Cloud VMware Solution. * Ensure minimal downtime across manufacturing, retail, online, logistics, marketing, finance and supply chain applications during migrations. * Manage VM re-IPing and network reconfiguration at the target destination where necessary to ensure smooth routing. * Design and configure hybrid cloud environments using advanced VMware HCX tools for seamless live workloads. * Manage cloud infrastructure components including software-defined storage with VMware vSAN and networking with NSX-T. * Take ownership of OCVS administration to maintain the full control and flexibility of a traditional on-premises setup. * Collaborate with business teams to align cloud infrastructure with manufacturing schedules and retail trading cycles. * Troubleshoot complex issues across critical supply chain logistics networks and online high-volume transaction systems. * Automate routine tasks to modernise the traditional IT landscape across marketing platforms and corporate systems. * Provide technical guidance to cross-functional stakeholders throughout the entire life cycle of the transformation program. Key Skills & Experience: * Proven experience migrating thousands of virtual machines from on-premises environments to public cloud platforms. * Deep technical expertise in Oracle Cloud VMware Solution (OCVS) or equivalent cloud-based VMware platforms. * Hands-on proficiency with VMware HCX, including advanced features like live vMotion and bulk migrations. * Strong understanding of networking infrastructure, specifically network virtualization with VMware NSX-T and OCI FastConnect. * Expertise in managing IP address reconfigurations (re-IPing) and routing adjustments during large-scale migrations. * Experience administering VMware enterprise components, including vSphere, vCenter, and software-defined storage with vSAN. * Background supporting critical business systems across manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, and online retail sectors. * Ability to plan migrations around business cycles, such as 24/7 factory operations and high-volume retail trading peaks. * Proficiency in automation and Scripting to streamline migration tasks and modernise infrastructure deployment. * Excellent stakeholder management skills to communicate technical risks and updates clearly to cross-functional business teams. 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 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.
Jul 28, 2026
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Senior OVCS Platform Engineer 12 Month contract initially + Extensions Based: Hybrid; 2 -3 days p/w Onsite in Bradford Rate - £350 - £450 p/d via Umbrella 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 have a great opportunity for an Senior OVCS Platform Engineer on a long term program of work. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior engineer to play a central role in a massive cloud transformation program. Working within a major global operation across the food manufacturing and retail sectors, you will be the key technical expert responsible for moving thousands of virtual machines from older, on-premises systems over to Oracle Cloud VMware Solution. The scale of this project is immense, as the infrastructure you migrate directly supports complex supply chains, and busy retail websites. Your main goal will be to keep the business running smoothly, moving large workloads safely so that these vital everyday operations and sales networks experience no disruption. What makes this role stand out is the chance to work with the absolute latest enterprise technology, giving you full administrative control within a modern cloud environment. You will use advanced VMware HCX tools to perform seamless live migrations, whilst managing high-performance storage and secure networks through VMware vSAN, NSX-T, and OCI infrastructure. For a technical professional, this offers the perfect mix of traditional flexibility and cloud speed, allowing you to solve complex engineering challenges at a huge scale. It is an ideal move if you want to modernise a major IT landscape and gain valuable experience on a highly visible industry project. Key Responsibilities: * Lead the migration of thousands of virtual machines from on-premises environments to Oracle Cloud VMware Solution. * Ensure minimal downtime across manufacturing, retail, online, logistics, marketing, finance and supply chain applications during migrations. * Manage VM re-IPing and network reconfiguration at the target destination where necessary to ensure smooth routing. * Design and configure hybrid cloud environments using advanced VMware HCX tools for seamless live workloads. * Manage cloud infrastructure components including software-defined storage with VMware vSAN and networking with NSX-T. * Take ownership of OCVS administration to maintain the full control and flexibility of a traditional on-premises setup. * Collaborate with business teams to align cloud infrastructure with manufacturing schedules and retail trading cycles. * Troubleshoot complex issues across critical supply chain logistics networks and online high-volume transaction systems. * Automate routine tasks to modernise the traditional IT landscape across marketing platforms and corporate systems. * Provide technical guidance to cross-functional stakeholders throughout the entire life cycle of the transformation program. Key Skills & Experience: * Proven experience migrating thousands of virtual machines from on-premises environments to public cloud platforms. * Deep technical expertise in Oracle Cloud VMware Solution (OCVS) or equivalent cloud-based VMware platforms. * Hands-on proficiency with VMware HCX, including advanced features like live vMotion and bulk migrations. * Strong understanding of networking infrastructure, specifically network virtualization with VMware NSX-T and OCI FastConnect. * Expertise in managing IP address reconfigurations (re-IPing) and routing adjustments during large-scale migrations. * Experience administering VMware enterprise components, including vSphere, vCenter, and software-defined storage with vSAN. * Background supporting critical business systems across manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, and online retail sectors. * Ability to plan migrations around business cycles, such as 24/7 factory operations and high-volume retail trading peaks. * Proficiency in automation and Scripting to streamline migration tasks and modernise infrastructure deployment. * Excellent stakeholder management skills to communicate technical risks and updates clearly to cross-functional business teams. 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 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.
*MUST BE DV CLEARED CURRENTLY* A global company are looking for a DV Cleared Infrastructure Engineer Full time on a permanent (37.5hr) basis. Fulltime on site role in London office. You'll be responsible for designing, implementing and supporting secure IT infrastructure, working across virtualisation, networking, storage, automation and platform technologies. You'll collaborate with technical teams to deliver resilient infrastructure solutions, provide technical leadership on complex issues, and support the ongoing health and optimisation of critical systems. Essential Skills VMware technologies (ESXi, vCenter, VMware Cloud Foundation) Windows, Linux and/or macOS server administration Containers and Kubernetes NSX (Virtualisation & Networking) Networking and storage technologies Scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python or Java) Infrastructure automation and IaC using tools such as Ansible, Puppet, Terraform, Foreman, Kickstart/PXE or Microsoft Deployment Toolkit *Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Jul 28, 2026
Full time
*MUST BE DV CLEARED CURRENTLY* A global company are looking for a DV Cleared Infrastructure Engineer Full time on a permanent (37.5hr) basis. Fulltime on site role in London office. You'll be responsible for designing, implementing and supporting secure IT infrastructure, working across virtualisation, networking, storage, automation and platform technologies. You'll collaborate with technical teams to deliver resilient infrastructure solutions, provide technical leadership on complex issues, and support the ongoing health and optimisation of critical systems. Essential Skills VMware technologies (ESXi, vCenter, VMware Cloud Foundation) Windows, Linux and/or macOS server administration Containers and Kubernetes NSX (Virtualisation & Networking) Networking and storage technologies Scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python or Java) Infrastructure automation and IaC using tools such as Ansible, Puppet, Terraform, Foreman, Kickstart/PXE or Microsoft Deployment Toolkit *Rates depend on experience and client requirements
*MUST BE DV CLEARED CURRENTLY* Fulltime on site role in Cheltenham A global company are looking for a DV Cleared Infrastructure Engineer Full time in Cheltenham on a permanent (37.5hr) basis. You'll be responsible for designing, implementing and supporting secure IT infrastructure, working across virtualisation, networking, storage, automation and platform technologies. You'll collaborate with technical teams to deliver resilient infrastructure solutions, provide technical leadership on complex issues, and support the ongoing health and optimisation of critical systems. Essential Skills VMware technologies (ESXi, vCenter, VMware Cloud Foundation) Windows, Linux and/or macOS server administration Containers and Kubernetes NSX (Virtualisation & Networking) Networking and storage technologies Scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python or Java) Infrastructure automation and IaC using tools such as Ansible, Puppet, Terraform, Foreman, Kickstart/PXE or Microsoft Deployment Toolkit *Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Jul 28, 2026
Full time
*MUST BE DV CLEARED CURRENTLY* Fulltime on site role in Cheltenham A global company are looking for a DV Cleared Infrastructure Engineer Full time in Cheltenham on a permanent (37.5hr) basis. You'll be responsible for designing, implementing and supporting secure IT infrastructure, working across virtualisation, networking, storage, automation and platform technologies. You'll collaborate with technical teams to deliver resilient infrastructure solutions, provide technical leadership on complex issues, and support the ongoing health and optimisation of critical systems. Essential Skills VMware technologies (ESXi, vCenter, VMware Cloud Foundation) Windows, Linux and/or macOS server administration Containers and Kubernetes NSX (Virtualisation & Networking) Networking and storage technologies Scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python or Java) Infrastructure automation and IaC using tools such as Ansible, Puppet, Terraform, Foreman, Kickstart/PXE or Microsoft Deployment Toolkit *Rates depend on experience and client requirements
*MUST BE DV CLEARED CURRENTLY* Full-time on site role in Manchester A global company are looking for a DV Cleared Infrastructure Engineer Full time in Manchester on a permanent (37.5hr) basis. You'll be responsible for designing, implementing and supporting secure IT infrastructure, working across virtualisation, networking, storage, automation and platform technologies. You'll collaborate with technical teams to deliver resilient infrastructure solutions, provide technical leadership on complex issues, and support the ongoing health and optimisation of critical systems. Essential Skills VMware technologies (ESXi, vCenter, VMware Cloud Foundation) Windows, Linux and/or macOS server administration Containers and Kubernetes NSX (Virtualisation & Networking) Networking and storage technologies Scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python or Java) Infrastructure automation and IaC using tools such as Ansible, Puppet, Terraform, Foreman, Kickstart/PXE or Microsoft Deployment Toolkit *Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Jul 28, 2026
Full time
*MUST BE DV CLEARED CURRENTLY* Full-time on site role in Manchester A global company are looking for a DV Cleared Infrastructure Engineer Full time in Manchester on a permanent (37.5hr) basis. You'll be responsible for designing, implementing and supporting secure IT infrastructure, working across virtualisation, networking, storage, automation and platform technologies. You'll collaborate with technical teams to deliver resilient infrastructure solutions, provide technical leadership on complex issues, and support the ongoing health and optimisation of critical systems. Essential Skills VMware technologies (ESXi, vCenter, VMware Cloud Foundation) Windows, Linux and/or macOS server administration Containers and Kubernetes NSX (Virtualisation & Networking) Networking and storage technologies Scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python or Java) Infrastructure automation and IaC using tools such as Ansible, Puppet, Terraform, Foreman, Kickstart/PXE or Microsoft Deployment Toolkit *Rates depend on experience and client requirements
*MUST BE DV CLEARED CURRENTLY* Fulltime on site role in Ipswich A global company are looking for a DV Cleared Infrastructure Engineer Full time in Ipswich on a permanent (37.5hr) basis. You'll be responsible for designing, implementing and supporting secure IT infrastructure, working across virtualisation, networking, storage, automation and platform technologies. You'll collaborate with technical teams to deliver resilient infrastructure solutions, provide technical leadership on complex issues, and support the ongoing health and optimisation of critical systems. Essential Skills VMware technologies (ESXi, vCenter, VMware Cloud Foundation) Windows, Linux and/or macOS server administration Containers and Kubernetes NSX (Virtualisation & Networking) Networking and storage technologies Scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python or Java) Infrastructure automation and IaC using tools such as Ansible, Puppet, Terraform, Foreman, Kickstart/PXE or Microsoft Deployment Toolkit *Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Jul 28, 2026
Full time
*MUST BE DV CLEARED CURRENTLY* Fulltime on site role in Ipswich A global company are looking for a DV Cleared Infrastructure Engineer Full time in Ipswich on a permanent (37.5hr) basis. You'll be responsible for designing, implementing and supporting secure IT infrastructure, working across virtualisation, networking, storage, automation and platform technologies. You'll collaborate with technical teams to deliver resilient infrastructure solutions, provide technical leadership on complex issues, and support the ongoing health and optimisation of critical systems. Essential Skills VMware technologies (ESXi, vCenter, VMware Cloud Foundation) Windows, Linux and/or macOS server administration Containers and Kubernetes NSX (Virtualisation & Networking) Networking and storage technologies Scripting (PowerShell, Bash, Python or Java) Infrastructure automation and IaC using tools such as Ansible, Puppet, Terraform, Foreman, Kickstart/PXE or Microsoft Deployment Toolkit *Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Senior Linux Systems Administrator (DV Cleared/DV Eligible) Location: Near Reading (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits + £5,000 DV Allowance (where applicable) Senior Linux Systems Administrator We're partnering with a leading organisation delivering secure technology solutions that support some of the UK's most critical national infrastructure programmes. This is an opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering team responsible for maintaining and evolving a large-scale data platform that underpins advanced cyber security and data science capabilities. Working within a DevOps environment, you'll help deliver continuous improvements across a secure, mission-critical infrastructure. Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain Developed Vetting (DV) Security Clearance. The Opportunity As a Senior Linux Systems Administrator, you'll play a key role in supporting and enhancing enterprise Linux environments while driving automation and operational excellence across the platform. You'll work alongside experienced infrastructure, security and DevOps engineers, solving complex technical challenges in an environment where reliability, performance and security are paramount. Key Responsibilities Administer, maintain and optimise enterprise Linux server environments across production and development platforms. Manage VMware vSphere infrastructure, including ESXi hosts, virtual machines and resource allocation. Develop and enhance infrastructure automation using Ansible and related tooling. Troubleshoot complex operating system, networking, storage and performance issues. Support secure platform operations within a highly regulated environment. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver continuous improvements through DevOps best practices. Assist with integration and interoperability between Linux and Windows Server environments where required. Essential Skills Strong Linux administration experience (RHEL, Rocky Linux or similar) Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Shell Scripting (Bash) Infrastructure automation experience Continuous Integration/DevOps experience Strong understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure Knowledge of IT security principles Desirable Experience VMware vSphere/ESXi administration Ansible or similar configuration management tools Networking, storage and Linux permissions Windows Server administration Experience supporting highly secure or regulated environments Security Requirements Due to the sensitive nature of this work, applicants must be eligible to obtain Developed Vetting (DV) Security Clearance. To be eligible, you will typically need to have: Lived in the UK continuously for the past 10 years. Be willing to undergo comprehensive government security vetting. A DV allowance of £5,000 per annum may be payable whilst holding active clearance and working within a qualifying role. Working Pattern Based near Reading Week 1: Monday-Friday on-site Week 2: Monday-Thursday on-site, Friday remote 37.5 hours per week Benefits Annual performance bonus Excellent pension contribution Private healthcare options 24/7 online GP for you and your immediate family Enhanced family leave Holiday purchase scheme Flexible benefits package including dental and gym membership options Ongoing technical training and career development Opportunity to work on nationally significant technology programmes *Rates depend on experience and client requirements
Jul 28, 2026
Full time
Senior Linux Systems Administrator (DV Cleared/DV Eligible) Location: Near Reading (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Excellent Benefits + £5,000 DV Allowance (where applicable) Senior Linux Systems Administrator We're partnering with a leading organisation delivering secure technology solutions that support some of the UK's most critical national infrastructure programmes. This is an opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering team responsible for maintaining and evolving a large-scale data platform that underpins advanced cyber security and data science capabilities. Working within a DevOps environment, you'll help deliver continuous improvements across a secure, mission-critical infrastructure. Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be eligible to obtain Developed Vetting (DV) Security Clearance. The Opportunity As a Senior Linux Systems Administrator, you'll play a key role in supporting and enhancing enterprise Linux environments while driving automation and operational excellence across the platform. You'll work alongside experienced infrastructure, security and DevOps engineers, solving complex technical challenges in an environment where reliability, performance and security are paramount. Key Responsibilities Administer, maintain and optimise enterprise Linux server environments across production and development platforms. Manage VMware vSphere infrastructure, including ESXi hosts, virtual machines and resource allocation. Develop and enhance infrastructure automation using Ansible and related tooling. Troubleshoot complex operating system, networking, storage and performance issues. Support secure platform operations within a highly regulated environment. Collaborate with engineering teams to deliver continuous improvements through DevOps best practices. Assist with integration and interoperability between Linux and Windows Server environments where required. Essential Skills Strong Linux administration experience (RHEL, Rocky Linux or similar) Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Shell Scripting (Bash) Infrastructure automation experience Continuous Integration/DevOps experience Strong understanding of enterprise IT infrastructure Knowledge of IT security principles Desirable Experience VMware vSphere/ESXi administration Ansible or similar configuration management tools Networking, storage and Linux permissions Windows Server administration Experience supporting highly secure or regulated environments Security Requirements Due to the sensitive nature of this work, applicants must be eligible to obtain Developed Vetting (DV) Security Clearance. To be eligible, you will typically need to have: Lived in the UK continuously for the past 10 years. Be willing to undergo comprehensive government security vetting. A DV allowance of £5,000 per annum may be payable whilst holding active clearance and working within a qualifying role. Working Pattern Based near Reading Week 1: Monday-Friday on-site Week 2: Monday-Thursday on-site, Friday remote 37.5 hours per week Benefits Annual performance bonus Excellent pension contribution Private healthcare options 24/7 online GP for you and your immediate family Enhanced family leave Holiday purchase scheme Flexible benefits package including dental and gym membership options Ongoing technical training and career development Opportunity to work on nationally significant technology programmes *Rates depend on experience and client requirements
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 Role We 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 Responsibilities Cloud 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
Jul 28, 2026
Full time
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 Role We 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 Responsibilities Cloud 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
