At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and implement secure, scalable cloud solutions that protect national security.
- Company: Join Roke, a leader in mission-critical technology for the UK.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days holiday, flexible working, and a strong benefits package.
- Other info: Work in a supportive environment that values growth and collaboration.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on national safety while working with cutting-edge tech.
- Qualifications: Experience in cloud architecture, especially in public sector or defence.
Cloud Architect Are you ready to make a real impact? At the forefront of national security, Roke is a trusted partner delivering mission-critical solutions that protect the UK and its interests. Step into a mission-critical role where your expertise in cloud architecture directly contributes to national safety, resilience, and technological advancement. This is your opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects in AI, Cybersecurity, Cloud, Big Data, and Digital Transformation - helping to shape the future of national security. Design robust, secure, scalable, highly available, and fault-tolerant solutions on AWS.Lead and participate in the implementation of cloud solutions, including infrastructure setup, deployment automation, and application migration projects from on-premises or other cloud environments.Implement cloud governance policies, including cost management, security controls, identity and access management (IAM), and compliance frameworks. Ensure cloud environments meet security best practices and regulatory requirements.Continuously monitor and optimize cloud infrastructure for performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. What You’ll Bring: Proven experience of delivering cloud-based programmes in the Public Sector, National Security or Defence domainsA history of consulting customers throughout the delivery of cloud-based solutionsExposure to security risk analysis and management experience, related to technology platformsDetail orientated in nature, capable of assimilating large quantities of information and spotting risk/opportunity.Deep understanding of core cloud services (compute, storage, networking, databases, security). Examples in AWS: EC2, S3, VPC, RDS, IAM, LambdaStrong knowledge of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, VPN, load balancing, firewalls)Experience with infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practicesSolid understanding of security principles and best practices in the cloudExperience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Bash, PowerShell) Why Join Roke? You’ll work with smart, supportive people on projects that genuinely matter, in an environment that values technical excellence, collaboration and continuous learning. We invest in your growth, value diverse thinking and offer flexible working alongside a strong benefits package (including 30 days’ holiday plus bank holidays). Roke combines a 70+ year heritage with the agility to make a real impact. Where You’ll Work - Woking or Romsey Woking - You’ll find our Woking site in a modern building on the outskirts of London. Romsey - You’ll find our Romsey site located within beautiful Hampshire countryside, close to the picturesque New Forest District and not far from a superb stretch of the south coast. This is no corporate concrete jungle; this is a manor house site, with ample parking an on-site gym and a driveway full of daffodils in the spring. There is an expectation that a proportion of your time may be spent working on client sites in the London area. uk website for more information.
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Hybrid Cloud Architect in Surrey, Woking employer: Roke
Roke is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation within the National Security sector. With a strong commitment to employee growth, we provide access to flexible benefits, professional development opportunities, and a supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion. Join us in a role where your contributions directly impact project success while being part of a community that shares your passion for technology and excellence.
