Cloud Engineer/Architect

Be part of the mission to keep the UK safe.

We work with Defence & Security clients on some of the most ambitious technology programmes in the country. Our teams are growing across Technology and Transformation - and if you hold UK DV-level Security Clearance, we'd love to hear from you.

The Opportunity
We're looking for an experienced Senior Technology Consultant to help digitise defence - combining modern innovation with traditional military functions. You'll work with clients to solve complex technology challenges, shape cloud strategies, and deliver scalable, secure environments for mission-critical syste

All applicants must hold active UK DV (Developed Vetting) Security Clearance.

Core consulting capabilities:

• Strong ability to provide pragmatic, clearly articulated solutions to complex business challenges

• Proven experience managing workloads, meeting deadlines, and delivering tangible results

• Confident communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences

• Experience leading teams and managing deliverables

• Ability to assess and select vendors/products

• Strong understanding of cloud migration and architecture

We're looking for candidates with skills in one or more of the following areas:

• Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, or OCI

• Container technologies (Docker, Rocket) and orchestration (Kubernetes, OpenShift, Rancher, Swarm)

• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation, ARM, GCP CDM)

• CI/CD and cloud automation tooling

• DevOps philosophies and toolchains

• Linux and Windows automation frameworks (Ansible, Puppet, PowerShell, etc.)

• Version control and deployment tools (Jenkins, SVN, GitHub)

• Awareness of cloud security, performance, and non-functional requirements

• Defining and delivering Cloud Strategy and Operating Models

• Developing business cases for cloud investment

• Product and service selection for cloud solutions

• Leading agile ceremonies and stand-ups

• Architecting and delivering cloud platforms

• Understanding and advising on emerging cloud technologies and challenges

• Maintaining strong relationships with cloud vendors (AWS, Azure, GCP)

• Translating architectural information into clear, technical documentation for engineering and development teams

• Publishing and maintaining network documentation using tools like Git or markup-based repositories

• Managing technical decision processes and facilitating backlog discussions

Distinctive thinking, deep expertise, and a collaborative mindset - that's what defines us.

Our Defence and Security teams support clients to make the UK a safer place. From organisational change and programme management to advanced technology integration, we help clients deliver their mission through innovation and precision.

You'll be based in Bristol, London, or Manchester, with hybrid working.

We understand the importance of balance - so you'll have the flexibility to work in the office, remotely, or on client sites as needed. Collaboration and connection remain key, but we support adaptable work styles that help you perform at your best.

People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.