At a Glance
- Tasks: Design and build secure cloud infrastructure for a high-profile defence programme.
- Company: Join a leading tech firm in the defence sector with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive daily rate, hybrid work model, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace committed to equality and support throughout the recruitment process.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by delivering scalable AWS solutions in a secure environment.
- Qualifications: Strong AWS management experience and expertise in Terraform or CloudFormation required.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
We're seeking an experienced Senior Cloud Engineer to support a high-profile programme within the defence sector. This contract role will focus on designing, building, and integrating secure cloud infrastructure across hybrid environments.
You'll play a key role in delivering scalable AWS solutions using Infrastructure as Code, while ensuring seamless integration with existing on-premises systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, configure, and deploy AWS infrastructure and networking using Terraform and CloudFormation.
- Develop and maintain reusable, best-practice IaC modules.
- Deliver secure and high-performing networking across AWS and hybrid environments.
- Design and implement integrations between on-prem and cloud (VPNs, Direct Connect, hybrid DNS, routing).
- Troubleshoot infrastructure, connectivity, and performance issues.
Key Requirements
- Strong experience managing AWS environments at scale.
- Hands-on expertise with Terraform and CloudFormation (or similar IaC tools).
- Solid networking knowledge (DNS, routing, VPNs, firewalls).
- Experience with hybrid cloud and on-prem integration patterns.
- Strong troubleshooting ability with a security-first mindset.
This is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical systems within a secure and technically challenging environment.
Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason, please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Senior Cloud Engineer | Hybrid | Outside IR35 in Newbury employer: Sanderson Government & Defence
Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and collaboration, offering a dynamic work culture in Newbury. As a Senior Cloud Engineer, you'll benefit from competitive daily rates and the opportunity to work on high-profile defence projects, all while enjoying a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. With a strong commitment to employee growth and inclusivity, this role provides a unique chance to enhance your skills in a secure and technically challenging environment.
Contact Details:
Sanderson Government & Defence Recruitment Team
