SC Cleared DevOps Engineer - Remote - Inside IR35

About Us

Solirius Reply, part of the Reply Group, is a technology consultancy and digital transformation partner that helps organisations solve complex challenges through strategy, design, engineering, and delivery.

We work closely with our clients to deliver secure, accessible, user-focused services that evolve with their needs. By combining deep technical expertise with people-centred design, we create solutions that deliver meaningful, lasting impact.

Our consultants partner directly with client teams, embedding into organisations to understand their goals, challenges, and users. This collaborative approach enables us to deliver tailored solutions that drive measurable outcomes across public and private sectors.

Past and present clients include the Ministry of Justice, Department for Education, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, UEFA, International Olympic Committee, and Mercedes-Benz. Our services span the full digital delivery life cycle, including architecture, engineering, delivery management, user-centred design, business analysis, data, DevOps, and AI.

About You

You are a motivated and adaptable professional with a strong analytical mindset and a passion for using technology to solve real-world problems. You enjoy working in collaborative, agile teams and take pride in delivering high-quality solutions that make a tangible impact. With strong communication skills and a consultative approach, you're comfortable engaging with clients, understanding their needs, and translating them into effective outcomes.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer holding active Security Clearance (SC) to join our dynamic engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining robust, scalable, and secure infrastructure within Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

You will work closely with development teams to automate deployment pipelines, manage containerized workloads via Kubernetes, and ensure the highest standards of security and IAM compliance in a secure environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Infrastructure & Orchestration: Design, deploy, and manage production-grade containerized applications using Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE).

• CI/CD Automation: Build, maintain, and optimize secure deployment pipelines utilizing Cloud Build and Cloud Deploy.

• Configuration & Package Management: Manage Kubernetes applications using Helm, Docker, and Kubectl for seamless configuration and deployment.

• Security & Compliance: Implement and enforce strict least-privilege access controls using GCP Identity and Access Management (IAM).

• Artifact & Storage Management: Oversee the life cycle of container images and dependencies within Google Artifact Registry (GAR) and manage cloud storage solutions via Google Cloud Storage (GCS).

• Collaboration: Work alongside development and security teams to promote a strong DevSecOps culture, ensuring infrastructure is defined as code (IaC) and securely monitored.

Technical Stack & Requirements

Google Cloud Platform (GCP)

• Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE): Deep operational experience with cluster management, scaling, and networking.

• CI/CD Tools: Proficient in Cloud Build and Cloud Deploy for continuous integration and continuous delivery.

• Security: Strong understanding of GCP Identity and Access Management (IAM) roles, policies, and service accounts.

• Storage & Registries: Hands-on experience with Google Artifact Registry (GAR) and Google Cloud Storage (GCS).

Containerization & Kubernetes Ecosystem

• Orchestration & CLI: Expert knowledge of Kubernetes administration using Kubectl.

• Packaging: Proficient in creating and managing Helm charts for complex deployments.

• Containers: Strong experience with Docker for containerizing applications and optimizing multi-stage builds.

Clearance & Qualifications

• Security Clearance: Must hold an active UK SC Clearance (or be eligible and willing to undergo vetting).

• Experience: 3+ years of dedicated experience in a DevOps/Platform Engineering role focusing on GCP and Kubernetes.

• Certifications (Desirable): Google Cloud Certified Professional Cloud DevOps Engineer or Certified Kubernetes Administrator (CKA).