Developer/Cloud Security Engineer (AWS)

McGregor Recruitment; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services client is looking for a Cloud Security Engineer (AWS) to shape their cybersecurity. The role involves designing RESTful APIs, building AWS infrastructure, and embedding DevSecOps practices. Ideal candidates should be skilled in Node.js/NestJS, AWS, and CI/CD tools. This is a 12-month contract with a £650/day pay in a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• Strong Node.js/NestJS and REST API development experience.
• Skilled in AWS.
• Proficient with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools, CI/CD (CloudFormation, Terraform).

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.

Skills

Node.js/NestJS development

REST API development

AWS expertise

IaC (CloudFormation, Terraform)

Cloud security principles

Job description

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

Contract - 12 months, upto £650/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 does not discriminate on any grounds.