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eDV CLEARED ONLY] DevOps Engineer — Government Security

Cheltenham
4 weeks ago
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Are you a cloud-savvy engineer with a passion for automation, open-source tech, and solving complex problems that matter?

Join a cutting-edge consultancy working on mission-critical national security programmes where innovation, impact, and agility are at the heart of everything they do.

We’re looking for a eDV-cleared DevOps/Cloud Engineer who thrives in secure environments and enjoys building scalable, automated infrastructure using modern DevOps practices. If you're excited by the idea of working on high-impact projects with a collaborative, forward-thinking, multi-award winning company, this could be your next move.

What You’ll Be Doing:
Designing and automating secure cloud infrastructure and application delivery pipelines.
Collaborating in Agile/Scrum teams alongside engineers, designers, and product specialists.
Championing DevSecOps best practices and contributing to continuous improvement.Tech Stack You’ll Work With:
AWS (CloudFormation, ECS, Developer Tools)
Containers & Orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes
CI/CD: DroneCI (or similar), GitHub/GitLab
Automation & Scripting: Ansible, Bash, Linux admin
Security: Mutual auth, security headers, Kubernetes RBAC & policiesWhat We’re Looking For:
Proven experience automating infrastructure in secure, scalable environments.
Strong grasp of cloud-native tooling and DevOps principles.
Comfortable working cross-functionally and communicating with stakeholders.
Agile mindset, integrity, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
Due to the nature of the work, eDV clearance is essential for this role

Salary & Perks:
Salary: £90,000 – £140,000
Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays (option to buy/sell)
Health: Private medical insurance
Extras: Life assurance, CycleScheme, WFH equipment allowance
Development: 5 days/year for training
Culture: WFH/flexi working, 1 day on-siteMake a real impact by working on projects that protect national interests, shape the future of secure cloud infrastructure, and empower you to grow while making a difference

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