NatSec Cloud Engineer

Zaizi; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Loyalty Pension

Comprehensive Group Life Assurance

25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays

Fully funded professional certifications

Vitality Private Medical Insurance

Job summary

Zaizi is seeking a Natsec Cloud Engineer to automate software delivery in secure, scalable systems. Responsibilities include working within an Agile/Scrum team to ensure efficient application deployment.

The ideal candidate will have experience with a variety of tools such as AWS CloudFormation, Docker, and Kubernetes. Zaizi offers a competitive salary, rewarding benefits, and an inclusive culture where creativity and diverse backgrounds are valued.

Qualifications

• Demonstrable experience of automating the software delivery pipeline within a highly scalable system relying on open source technologies.
• Hold a DV Clearance for security requirements.

Responsibilities

• Automate application and infrastructure provisioning, configuration and deployment within a highly secure environment.
• Work as part of a multi-disciplined Agile/Scrum team.

Skills

AWS CloudFormation

Amazon ECS

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD automation (ideally DroneCI)

Git (e.g. GitHub or GitLab)

Advanced Linux administration and scripting (e.g. Bash)

Ansible

Security best practices and automation

AWS Developer tools experience

Job description

Overview

Zaizi is looking for a Natsec Cloud Engineer who has demonstrable experience of automating the software delivery pipeline within a highly scalable system that relies heavily on open source technologies.

At Zaizi, we thrive on solving complex challenges through creative thinking and the latest tools and tech. Our culture is inclusive, modern, friendly and innovative. We seek bright, positive thinking individuals with a can-do attitude. Our people enjoy challenging themselves to be the best at what they do - if that sounds like you, you\'ll fit right in!

Responsibilities

• Automate application and infrastructure provisioning, configuration and deployment within a highly secure environment
• Work as part of a multi-disciplined Agile/Scrum team

Technologies

• AWS CloudFormation
• Amazon ECS
• Docker
• Kubernetes
• CI/CD automation (ideally DroneCI)
• Git (e.g. GitHub or GitLab)
• Advanced Linux administration and scripting (e.g. Bash)
• Ansible
• Security best practices and automation (e.g. Kubernetes security groups, mutual authentication, HTTP security headers, etc.)
• Experience using AWS Developer tools (AWS CodePipeline, AWS CodeBuild) would be an advantage

Competencies

• Agile
• Scrum
• Can work with cross functional teams
• Continuous improvement
• Customer facing
• Integrity / honesty
• Good communication skills

Security Clearance

For this position the Successful candidate needs to hold a DV Clearance.

Equal Opportunity

You don\'t meet all the requirements? Studies show that women and black, Asian and minority ethnic people are less likely to apply for a job unless they meet every qualification. So if you\'re excited about this role but your experience doesn\'t align perfectly with the job description, we\'d love you to still apply. You might just be the perfect person for this role, or another role here at Zaizi. We actively welcome applications from people of colour, the LGBTQ+ community, individuals with disabilities, neurodivergent individuals, parents, carers, and those from lower socio-economic backgrounds. If you need any accommodations to support your specific situation, please feel free to let us know. For candidates who are neurodiverse or have disabilities, we are happy to make any adjustments needed throughout the interview process—just ask!

Interview Process

1. 1st stage: Initial phone screening conducted by a member of the recruitment team
2. 2nd stage: Technical interview to evaluate technical expertise and problem-solving abilities
3. Final Stage: 10-15 minute presentation and a panel interview with multiple people from different departments

Salary

£80,000 - £120,000

Benefits

• Competitive Pay: Salaries reviewed annually to reflect performance and market value
• Loyalty Pension: 5% employer contribution, increasing by 0.5% each year after the third anniversary, up to a maximum of 8%
• Protection: Comprehensive Group Life Assurance

Purpose & Culture

• Real Impact: Work on mission-critical projects that secure and improve the UK\'s digital infrastructure
• Autonomy: A culture that empowers you to make decisions, prototype rapidly, and iterate towards success
• Service & Community: 10 paid days for Reservist Military Service

Work / Life Balance

• Time Off: 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays, with the option to Buy/Sell additional days
• Giving back: 2 paid volunteering days per year

Development & Growth

• Fully funded professional certifications (AWS, GCP, Agile, etc.) with 5 days paid study leave
• Additional £500 annual Personal Choice fund for work-related or personal learning
• Access to 1-2-1 professional coaching and team training

Health & Balance

• Vitality Private Medical Insurance (includes Apple Watch, gym discounts, and rewards)
• Hybrid working with a WFH equipment allowance
• Cycle to Work scheme and sustainable, healthy working practices

For further information contact: [e-mail]

Nat Hinds: Head of Talent

Kayla Kirby: Talent Acquisition Specialist