Senior/Specialist Cloud Engineers (AWS & Secure Infrastructure)
Location: London, Ipswich, or Cheltenham (100% On-site)
Salary: Up to £100,000 +10% 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
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Cloud Design & Build: Lead the design and hands-on build of secure AWS cloud architecture and solutions.
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Automation & Infrastructure: Manage Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) and automate time-intensive administrative processes.
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Support & Maintenance: Provide 3rd line support for deployed cloud systems and collaborate with support teams on system monitoring.
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Leadership: Line manage, mentor, and foster the professional development of junior engineers.
What We Are Looking For
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Core Technical Expertise: Strong experience on core AWS services (compute and managed services).
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Development & IaC: Full-stack cloud development skills (Python, Node.js) and hands-on experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform or AWS CloudFormation).
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Containers & Orchestration: Demonstrated experience delivering Kubernetes or AWS EKS solutions.
Key Vetting Requirements
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Must hold Developed Vetting (DV) level clearance.
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Must have lived in the UK continuously for at least the last 10 years .
Package
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Salary upto £100,000
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Up to 10% annual bonus
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Market-leading pension scheme
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25 days annual leave + bank holidays
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Enhanced family leave & 2 weeks paid carer's leave
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Private 24/7 virtual GP access, healthcare, and wellness support
*Rates depend on experience and client requirements
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