September/October is the time of year when the market shifts...
Contracts have been awarded, budgets are being reviewed, and teams are scaling — creating new opportunities for those with the right clearance.
The clients we’re supporting are investing heavily in their National Security divisions, offering the chance to work on projects of the utmost importance in environments designed to keep you supported and fulfilled.
Demand continues to overmatch supply, so it’s never been a better time to assess your career options.
The Role & Locations
We’re speaking to cleared DevOps Engineers in regards to multiple mandates in the National Security ecosystem.
Roles cover everything from building secure CI/CD pipelines in classified environments to deploying containerised applications in air-gapped domains.
Locations include London, Cheltenham, Bristol, Manchester, and Defence hubs across the South West and North West.
Tech Stack & Role Guidance
We’re supporting opportunities from SFIA Level 3 (mid-level) through to SFIA Level 6 (Principal) — all hands-on roles:
* Containerisation (Kubernetes, Helm, Docker)
* Pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab)
* Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible)
* Coding background is a bonus (Python, Java/Spring Boot; Go or Rust)
Our Clients’ Value Proposition
We’ve deliberately chosen to partner only with the best employers in National Security — from larger organisations with strong reputations and growth trajectories, to smaller specialist outfits offering a close-knit, family feel.
Whatever environment you thrive in, we can align you with the right opportunity.
What unites them all:
* Incremental uplift on your package (including cleared-engineer bonus)
* One-stage interview pathways for clarity and pace
* Relocation support for roles in other Defence hubs
* The chance to learn fast across multiple domains with rapid progression opportunities
What They’re Looking For
* Active clearance to work in the National Security domain with 'the client'
* Collaborative team players used to secure, high-side environments
* Mission-focused mindset: commitment to outcomes, not just technology
What They’re Not Looking For
* Narrow Ops-only backgrounds without automation/DevOps experience
* Contractors chasing short-term gains
* Remote-only candidates — these are on-site, mission-first roles
Next Steps
If you’re cleared and ready to explore your options, submit your CV here.
Or, connect with us on LinkedIn for a confidential discussion about your situation — we’ll share intel on the wider market and help you map out your next step in the National Security domain.
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