Developer/Cloud Security Engineer AWS

McGregor Boyall; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Cloud Security Engineer to enhance their cybersecurity. The role involves designing RESTful APIs using Node.js and NestJS, automating AWS infrastructure, and collaborating with Agile teams to ensure secure software delivery. Competitive daily rate available for this hybrid role, requiring three office days.

Qualifications

• Strong experience in developing RESTful APIs and microservices using Node.js and NestJS.
• Proficient in building and automating AWS infrastructure using Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Experience with CI/CD pipeline development for microservices.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices.
• Build AWS infrastructure with Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Collaborate with Agile teams to deliver secure software.

Skills

Node.js/NestJS development

AWS

Infrastructure as Code (IaC)

Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD)

Cloud security principles

Job description

Cloud Security Engineer (AWS) – Node.js/NestJS and REST API – Authentication (Auth0, Ping Identity)

Contract – 12 months, upto GBP650/day inside IR35 Hybrid – 3 days office

Leading financial services client is seeking a Senior Cloud Security Engineer and help shape their cybersecurity in a fast–paced, global environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices using Node.js and NestJS.
• Build and automate AWS infrastructure with Terraform or CloudFormation.
• Develop and enhance CI/CD pipelines for microservice deployments.
• Embed DevSecOps best practices across IAM, networking and compliance.
• Collaborate with Agile teams to deliver high–quality, secure software at scale.

Key Skills:

• Strong Node.js/NestJS and REST API development experience.
• Skilled in AWS
• Proficient with IaC, CI/CD (CloudFormation, Terraform)
• Cloud security principles, including IAM, networking, and encryption

If this is of interest and you have the required skill, please submit your CV over for immediate consideration.

McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.