DevOps Engineer / Security Architect - Long-Term Contract

Location: Newcastle (Hybrid - 3 days onsite per week)
Duration: November 2025 - December 2026
Clearance: SC Clearance required

Overview

We are supporting a major, high-profile public sector transformation programme and are looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer with strong Security Architecture expertise to join a large-scale cloud and digital modernisation initiative.

This is an excellent opportunity to shape cloud security frameworks, influence key architectural decisions, and work within a cross-functional engineering environment driving innovation and best practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and implement the cloud security framework and architecture for a large, complex technology programme.

• Ensure cloud security controls meet business, compliance, and performance requirements.

• Document cloud security implementations and support transition into security-managed operations.

• Act as a subject matter expert, guiding engineering teams, influencing decisions, and solving complex technical challenges.

• Collaborate with multiple delivery teams to embed security into the full software development lifecycle.

• Conduct assessments of cloud security controls and recommend improvements.

• Lead knowledge-sharing and training sessions on cloud security best practices.

• Research emerging cloud and security technologies, ensuring continuous improvement of security posture.

Skills & Experience Required

• Expert-level proficiency in DevOps engineering practices.

• Strong experience with Cloud Infrastructure Security and Cloud Security Architecture.

• Advanced capability with Git and GitLab CI/CD.

• Experience working with Managed Cloud Security Services.

• Ability to lead technical teams, influence architectural decisions, and collaborate across multiple engineering groups.

Additional Information

• Hybrid working model (3 days onsite each week in Newcastle).

• SC Clearance is essential for this role.