Software Engineering DevOps Engineer

Anticipated Contract End Date/Length: December 2026
Work set up: Hybrid SC Clearance Required

Our client in the global professional services industry is looking for a Dev Ops Engineer to support the New WMU project for the UK Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) a government department responsible for welfare and pension policy in the United Kingdom. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with the team while contributing to high-impact cloud security and Dev Ops initiatives.

What you will do:

• Define the cloud security framework and architecture to ensure alignment with business requirements and performance goals.
• Document the implementation of cloud security controls and support the transition to cloud security‑managed operations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert collaborating with and guiding the team to ensure effective delivery.
• Lead team decision‑making processes and engage with multiple teams to contribute to key technical and strategic outcomes.
• Provide solutions to complex problems within the immediate team and across multiple teams.
• Develop innovative security solutions that align with the overall cloud strategy.
• Conduct regular assessments of cloud security controls to ensure compliance and effectiveness.
• Lead training sessions to enhance team knowledge of cloud security best practices.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to integrate security into the development lifecycle.
• Stay updated on cloud security trends and technologies to continuously improve the security framework.

Qualifications :

• Expert proficiency in Dev Ops.
• Advanced proficiency in Git (recommended).
• Advanced proficiency in Cloud Infrastructure Security Cloud Security Architecture Git Lab CI/CD and Managed Cloud Security Services (suggested).
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multiple teams and lead decision‑making processes.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Experience delivering cloud security solutions in complex environments.

Additional Information :

Candidates must be legally authorized to live and work in the country the position is based in without requiring sponsorship.

We appreciate your interest in this opportunity. Please note only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Hello Kindred is proud to be an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race colour religion gender gender identity/expression sexual orientation national origin disability age or veteran status.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract