SC cleared Senior DevOps Engineer

Location: Croydon (Remote-first, with occasional on-site attendance)Rate: Up to £550 per day (Umbrella, Inside IR35)Clearance: Active SC with a UK government agency, used within the last 6 months (essential)Duration: 6 months initial Role Summary We are seeking an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer with strong expertise in networking, Fortinet, and Cisco firewalls. You will play a key role in supporting secure, resilient platform operations across a government environment. This position is predominantly remote, with only infrequent visits to the Croydon office as required.Key Responsibilities
  • Provide hands-on DevOps support with a focus on network engineering and firewall technologies.
  • Configure, manage, and optimise Fortinet and Cisco firewall solutions.
  • Support secure infrastructure operations within a government-grade environment.
  • Collaborate with technical teams to ensure systems remain secure, stable, and high-performing.
Required Experience
  • Strong background in DevOps engineering.
  • Deep knowledge of networking principles, firewalls, and secure infrastructure.
  • Proven experience with Fortinet and Cisco firewall technologies.
  • Active SC Clearance with recent usage (within the past 6 months).
  • Ability to operate in a high-security, mission-critical environment.
Applicants must have SC clearance

Job Details

Company
Opus Recruitment Solutions Ltd
Location
Croydon, Surrey, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / Remote Options
Employment Type
Contractor
Salary
£500 - £550 per day
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