Lead DevOps Engineer (SC Cleared)

Stott and May; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is on the lookout for a Lead DevOps Engineer to spearhead cloud transformation initiatives. This pivotal role combines hands-on engineering with strategic leadership, ensuring that DevOps practices align with business goals. The ideal candidate will possess strong AWS security knowledge and proven leadership in cloud environments. You'll work with cutting-edge tools like Terraform and Ansible, while also focusing on cost optimisation strategies. If you're passionate about driving digital transformation and leading high-performing teams, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Strong AWS security knowledge and proven DevOps leadership.
• Experience in cloud environments with a focus on cost optimisation.

Responsibilities

• Drive cloud transformation across multiple projects.
• Lead high-performing teams to deliver secure, scalable AWS solutions.

Skills

AWS security knowledge

DevOps leadership

Terraform

Ansible

CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions)

Networking

Container security (Kubernetes, Docker)

Monitoring and logging (CloudWatch, ELK, Prometheus)

Cost optimisation

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

Jenkins

GitHub Actions

Kubernetes

Docker

CloudWatch

ELK

Prometheus

Job description

Lead DevOps Engineer (SC Cleared)

*candidates must hold an active SC Clearance*

Start: ASAP
Duration: 6-12 months
Pay: negotiable, INSIDE IR35
Location: Hybrid (Leeds)

About the role:
We're seeking a Lead DevOps Engineer to drive cloud transformation across multiple projects, leading high-performing teams to deliver secure, scalable, and cost-effective AWS solutions. This role blends hands-on engineering with strategic leadership, aligning DevOps practices with business goals, digital transformation, and FinOps.

Essential Skills:
- Strong AWS security knowledge (IAM, KMS, GuardDuty, etc).
- Proven DevOps leadership and delivery in cloud environments.
- Skilled in Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions).
- Expertise in networking, container security (Kubernetes, Docker).
- Monitoring and logging (CloudWatch, ELK, Prometheus).
- Cost optimisation (Trusted Advisor, Savings Plans, RI strategy).
SC Clearance eligible (UK residency requirement).

Desirable Skills:
- AWS certifications
- Experience with DevSecOps, FinOps, Helm, Scripting (Python, Bash)
- Familiarity with ISO 27001, SOC2, GDPR, NIST