Summary: The role of DevOps Engineer involves joining a high-security programme within the UK Ministry of Defence, focusing on the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure DevOps pipelines. The position requires expertise in VMware and dual Windows/Linux environments, along with strong troubleshooting skills. Candidates must hold or be willing to obtain security clearance, with a preference for those with Defence and Government experience. This is a contract role based in Corsham with potential for extension.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain DevOps pipelines to support secure MOD environments.
• Manage and optimise virtualised infrastructure within VMware.
• Support Windows and Linux-based environments, ensuring system stability and performance.
• Troubleshoot complex system and network issues, providing rapid resolution.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement automation and infrastructure as code (IaC).
• Ensure compliance with security policies and MOD regulations.
• Provide support for system upgrades, patching, and configuration management.
• Document processes and maintain system architecture diagrams.

Key Skills:

• Security Clearance: Minimum SC clearance required; DV clearance highly desirable.
• Defence & Government Experience: Proven background working in secure environments.
• Virtualisation: Strong experience with VMware technologies.
• Windows & Linux: Ability to support, troubleshoot, and optimise dual-OS environments.
• Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Familiarity with tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or Puppet.
• Scripting & Automation: Proficiency in PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
• CI/CD Pipelines: Experience with tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or Azure DevOps.
• Networking Knowledge: Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, VPNs, and firewalls.
• Security & Compliance: Awareness of UK Government security principles and cyber best practices.

Salary (Rate): 750

City: Corsham

Country: UK

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: inside IR35

Seniority Level: Mid-Level

Industry: IT