DV Cleared DevOps Engineer

IO Associates; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy firm is seeking a DV Cleared DevOps Engineer to design and manage DevOps platforms for AI and data-driven technologies in secure MOD environments. The role requires strong experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and CI/CD processes. This permanent position offers a competitive salary of £60-£80K with flexible working options and the opportunity to work on impactful projects within the defence sector.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Flexible working options

Opportunity to work on high-impact projects

Qualifications

• Active DV Clearance (UK nationals only).
• Proven hands-on experience with Kubernetes and Docker.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, Terraform, and automation scripting.
• Experience in secure MOD systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain DevOps pipelines and infrastructure.
• Deploy, configure, and manage Kubernetes clusters.
• Support AI/ML product deployments across multi-cloud platforms.
• Implement automation and Infrastructure-as-Code.
• Manage security policies and integration with MOD networks.

Skills

Kubernetes

Docker

CI/CD pipelines

Terraform

Python scripting

Bash scripting

PowerShell scripting

Networking knowledge

Security knowledge

Job description

Job Title: DV Cleared DevOps Engineer
Location: Mainly Remote - occasional onsite 1-2 times a month (South of the UK)
Employment Type: Permanent
Clearance: UK Developed Vetting (DV) - essential

Overview

Want to be at the forefront of AI and ML deployments within secure MOD environments? We're supporting a defence client seeking an experienced DV Cleared DevOps Engineer to help design, build, and manage cutting-edge DevOps platforms supporting AI and data-driven technologies across GCP AWS, Azure, and on-premise environments.

You’ll play a key role in deploying and managing Kubernetes-based infrastructure in air-gapped and secure networks, supporting the delivery of next-generation technology directly to MOD users.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain DevOps pipelines and infrastructure within MOD secure environments.
• Deploy, configure, and manage Kubernetes clusters (including air-gapped and on-prem environments).
• Support AI/ML product deployments across multi-cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure, OCI).
• Implement automation and Infrastructure-as-Code using Terraform, Helm, and CI/CD tooling.
• Manage authentication, security policies, and integration with MOD networks (OpenID, RBAC, etc.).
• Collaborate with MOD stakeholders and cross-functional engineering teams to ensure smooth integration and deployment.
• Support and mentor Embedded DevOps and Cloud engineers.
• Contribute to deployment strategy and long-term platform evolution.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Active DV Clearance (UK nationals only, due to site access requirements).
• Proven hands-on experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and containerised environments.
• Strong knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, Terraform, and automation Scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell).
• Background working in air-gapped, on-prem, or secure MOD systems.
• Strong experience ideally across GCP, Or Azure and/or AWS, environments.
• Experience with Windows and Linux system administration.
• Understanding of networking, security, and authentication in classified environments.

Desirable

• Previous MOD or defence experience (eg, ex-Navy Digital, DSTL, DE&S, or similar).
• Exposure to Edge computing and hybrid cloud deployments.

What's on Offer

• Permanent position with a secure and high-impact project portfolio.
• Opportunity to work on AI/ML DevOps initiatives in critical defence environments.
• Competitive salary and benefits package. £60-£80K (Flexible)
• Flexible working options with the ability to go on-site as needed.