1 to 25 of 38 Contract Cloud Security Jobs in the UK

Role: Cloud Security Architect (CNAPP) Start Date: ASAP End Date: End of November (Probably Extension) Work Pattern: Hybrid (3 Days Onsite) Location: Manchester/Birmingham/Glasgow IR35 Status - Inside Summary My client has an urgent requirement for a Cloud Security Architect with deep expertise in CNAPP platforms (Wiz, Prisma, Orca, Lacework, Aqua), cloud-native … security , and modern DevSecOps practices . Main Responsibilities: Design secure architectures for cloud-native apps across AWS, Azure, or GCP Integrate security into CI/CD pipelines and IaC tools Apply advanced container security and runtime protection strategies Lead threat modeling, risk assessment, and identity governance in the cloud Develop reusable security patterns aligned … with CIS, NIST, ISO 27001 standards Successful Candidate Will Need: Hands-on CNAPP experience (CSPM, CWPP, CIEM, DSPM, KSPM) Architect-level cloud certifications + CISSP/CISM Strong knowledge of containers, serverless, and IaC Strategic thinking, strong communication, and cross-functional leadership Any experience with Jira, Confluence, BizzDesign, UML, Cloud IAM and DevOps Toolkits would be highly beneficial. More ❯

Summary: We are seeking an experienced and strategic Network Security Architect to design secure, scalable, and resilient network architectures across the enterprise. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of : Traditional network infrastructure - LAN; WAN; WIFI etc Cybersecurity including Zero Trust Architecture Cloud Security Architecture Be capable of aligning security controls with business objectives and compliance … requirements. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and implementation of secure network architectures for on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. Define network security standards, frameworks, and policies aligned with industry best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS). Develop and maintain secure designs for firewalls, VPNs, intrusion prevention systems (IPS/IDS), network segmentation, and zero trust network access … ZTNA). Collaborate with IT, cloud, and cybersecurity teams to ensure secure integration across systems and applications. Lead architectural reviews and assurance of designs working with System Integrators & partner resources. Conduct threat modeling and risk assessments on network infrastructure and recommend mitigations. Support incident response teams during network-related security incidents and perform root cause analysis. Evaluate and More ❯

global leader in consulting, technology services and digital transformation? Our client is at the forefront of innovation to address the entire breadth of opportunities in the evolving world of cloud, digital and platforms. Essential: * Proven experience in software testing, preferably within Privileged Access Management (PAM) or Identity & Access Management (IAM). * Experience with PAM solutions such as CyberArk, BeyondTrust … Delinea (Thycotic), or Microsoft PAM. * Strong understanding of IAM principles, privileged account security, and least privilege access. * Hands-on experience with API testing tools (e.g., Postman, SoapUI). * Proficiency in test management tools such as JIRA * Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. * Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Desirable: * Experience working within an Agile (Scrum/Kanban) environment. … Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices. * Experience with Cloud security testing (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud). * Certifications such as ISTQB, CISSP, CISM, or CyberArk Defender are a plus. * Knowledge of security compliance standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, NIST, PCI-DSS). All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. More ❯

Role: Design and implement secure cloud architectures and strategies on GCP. Evaluate and recommend security tools, services and configurations to strengthen cloud security posture. Ensure compliance with security standards and frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, CIS, GDPR and others. Lead threat modelling, risk assessments, and security reviews for GCP infrastructure and applications. Define … and enforce Identity and Access Management (IAM) policies, including roles, permissions and service accounts. Implement and maintain security monitoring, logging, and alerting tools (e.g., Cloud Logging, Cloud Monitoring, SCC). Skills: Extensive experience in cloud security architecture, with at least 3 years on Google Cloud Platform. Deep understanding of GCP services such as VPC … IAM, Cloud Armor, KMS, SCC, GKE and others. Strong knowledge of security protocols, authentication, authorisation, encryption and network security. Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) with tools like Terraform or Deployment Manager. Familiarity with DevSecOps practices and integrating security into DevOps pipelines. Experience with security assessment tools and methodologies. GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer More ❯

Job summary Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers. We are now recruiting a Lead Cloud Engineer into a new role to help maintain, operate and scale the cloud infrastructure that will support the Barts Health Data Platform which will be used by the DSIT … a role that will expose you to world-leading research relating to patient and health care data - implementing the NHS goal of using data to save lives. The Lead Cloud Engineer, will be part of the Precision Medicine team within Barts Health Informatics, helping to support researchers and clinicians to develop and implement exciting data analysis projects to personalise … the treatment of patients. For more information on the work see https://data.bartshealth.nhs.uk/The successful candidate will have: Extensive experience of working with cloud services ideally within the NHS, academia or in the private sector. Substantial experience in undertaking technical tasks around cloud engineering for data and compute infrastructure, and software deployment on a public More ❯

Cyber Security Engineer - London (Hybrid) - £700 per day inside IR35 - 4 months+ All applicants must hold an active SC clearance. My client is on the hunt for a Cyber Security Engineer to join a central government client of theirs. You will be joining an AppSec team focused on building security automation into delivery pipelines and conducting security focused tests against digital services. Key Responsibilities Perform penetration testing and vulnerability assessments of web applications, APIs, and cloud infrastructure. Evaluate the automated security tooling into CI/CD pipelines (SAST, DAST, dependency checking, IaC etc), and make necessary recommendations. Collaborate with developers to remediate identified vulnerabilities and ensure secure code practices. Provide expert input on cloud security (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and DevSecOps tooling. Assist in maintaining security assurance across the SDLC in line with MoJ and NCSC guidelines. Essential Criteria Penetration testing, ethical hacking, or vulnerability assessments. Security testing tools (e.g., Burp Suite, OWASP ZAP, Nikto, Nmap, Metasploit, etc.). DevSecOps principles and tools (e.g., Veracode, SonarQube, GitHub Advanced Security More ❯

Senior Cloud Engineer - Azure - £550 per day - Inside IR35 - 6 months initial contract - Hybrid working - 3 days a week on site at London Euston. Our client, a key organisation in the delivery of HS2, are on the hunt for a Senior Microsoft Azure & M365 Engineer to lead the charge in designing, building, and securing cutting-edge cloud and … Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps. Automate infrastructure using Terraform, ARM, or similar IaC tools. Monitor performance, optimise costs, and ensure high availability. Implement strong security and compliance controls across the platform. Azure Networking Manage VNets, subnets, NSGs, Azure Firewall, and hybrid connectivity. Design and support secure networking across cloud and on-prem environments. … Microsoft Endpoint Manager (Intune) for secure device management. Build and support solutions in Power Apps and Power Automate. Integrate Teams, SharePoint, and Exchange Online into business processes. Ensure M365 security and compliance aligns with company policy. What You Bring - Proven experience in Azure infrastructure, DevOps, and networking. Strong hands-on skills in M365 administration and modern workplace tools. Proficient More ❯

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Enterprise Architect with strong Google Cloud Platform (GCP) experience within the Financial Services and Banking speace. This Enterprise Architet will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and managing a cloud infrastructure across Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and hybrid multi cloud environment. This Enterprise Architect requires a … deep understanding of cloud technologies, best practices, and a passion for building scalable, secure and cost effective solutions. Experience Required: 5-10 years experience as an Enterprise Cloud Architect with hands on experience in Azure and GCP Deep understanding of cloud computing concepts including IaaS, PaaS and SaaS Expertise in designing and implementing hybrid multi cloud solutions including appropriate Identity and Access Management options Experience of TOGAF and Zachman methodologies Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g. Terraform, ARM/Bicep, etc.) Knowledge of cloud security best practices and compliance standards (e.g. ISO 27001, SOC2, GDPR) Experience with containerisation and orchestration technologies (e.g. Docker, OpenShift, Kubernetes) Knowledge of ECB/DORA standards applicable More ❯

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Enterprise Architect with strong Google Cloud Platform (GCP) experience within the Financial Services and Banking speace. This Enterprise Architet will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and managing a cloud infrastructure across Azure, Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and hybrid multi cloud environment. This Enterprise Architect requires a … deep understanding of cloud technologies, best practices, and a passion for building scalable, secure and cost effective solutions. Experience Required: 5-10 years experience as an Enterprise Cloud Architect with hands on experience in Azure and GCP Deep understanding of cloud computing concepts including IaaS, PaaS and SaaS Expertise in designing and implementing hybrid multi cloud solutions including appropriate Identity and Access Management options Experience of TOGAF and Zachman methodologies Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g. Terraform, ARM/Bicep, etc.) Knowledge of cloud security best practices and compliance standards (e.g. ISO 27001, SOC2, GDPR) Experience with containerisation and orchestration technologies (e.g. Docker, OpenShift, Kubernetes) Knowledge of ECB/DORA standards applicable More ❯

As a Lead Security Control Assessor, you will be responsible for leading the assessment and evaluation of security controls across systems and processes both on-premise and in the cloud, to ensure they effectively mitigate risks and comply with regulatory and industry standards. You will oversee and conduct security control testing, to verify the design, implementation … and operational effectiveness of controls. In this role, you will work in an agile environment, ensuring the quality of security assessments through thorough testing, automation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams and various stakeholders. Summary of Primary Responsibilities Design and deliver repeatable testing methodologies to support control assurance testing, including automated testing steps for cloud environments. Ensure control … tests are well-planned, including risk identification, sampling, selection of controls, testing methods, and reporting criteria. Lead control testing teams to perform design and operating effectiveness testing of information security controls, including fieldwork, testing, and reporting activities. Provide quality assurance for control testing documentation produced during testing, ensuring accurate and timely completion of all required control testing documentation. Identify More ❯

AWS Security Engineer Our client is looking for an AWS Security Engineer. You will have indepth experience across AWS technology focusing on security to design implement and maintain scalable security solutions. Technology includes: AWS services, including AWS WAF, AWS Shield Advanced, AWS Secrets Manager, Amazon Inspector, Amazon Macie, Amazon GuardDuty, Amazon Detective, AWS CloudTrail, and AWS … Security Hub. Responsibilities: * Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using AWS CloudFormation or Terraform for automated deployment and configuration management. * Configure and optimize security measures, including IAM policies, network security groups, and encryption protocols. * Monitor security alerts and incidents using AWS security tools and respond to threats in real-time. * Perform regular security assessments and audits to ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices. * Collaborate with IT and development teams to integrate security services and maintain secure production environments. The role is for 2 months initially based from home with 1 -2 days per month on site in London. To be considered for the position please send your CV over. More ❯

Contract Platform/DevOps Engineer, Hybrid Croydon, 3 Months, up to £640 P/D Inside IR35. Key Responsibilities Architect, implement, and manage infrastructure using Terraform , ensuring security, scalability, and reliability. Configure and optimize AWS services such as EC2, S3, Lambda, IAM, Redshift, and VPC to support business needs. Develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Git/… code/scripts in Terraform, Python, Bash, and Ansible to support automation and infrastructure management. Leverage Docker and Kubernetes for containerization and orchestration to ensure scalable application deployment. Implement security best practices in cloud infrastructure, including compliance with industry standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and optimize performance across environments. Essential Skills & Experience 3 to … Jenkins , and CI/CD best practices. Hands-on experience with Docker, Kubernetes , and container orchestration. Proficiency in Python, Bash, and Ansible scripting for automation. Demonstrated ability to enforce cloud security compliance and governance policies. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and More ❯

identity and access management systems. Job Responsibilities/Objectives: * You will be responsible for the end-to-end testing of Privileged Access Management (PAM) systems and tools, ensuring robust security and compliance across the platform. * Design, develop, and execute detailed test plans and test cases for PAM/IAM systems. * Perform API and functional testing using standard industry tools. … Collaborate closely with engineering, security, and product teams to resolve issues and ensure quality deliverables. * Track and manage defects using JIRA or similar tools. * Contribute to documentation and process improvement for QA practices within PAM environments. * Support the continuous integration and secure deployment of PAM solutions. Required Skills/Experience: * Proven experience in software testing, preferably within PAM or … IAM environments. * Hands-on experience with tools such as CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Delinea (Thycotic), or Microsoft PAM. * Solid understanding of IAM principles, privileged account security, and least privilege access. * Proficiency in API testing tools (eg Postman, SoapUI) and test management platforms like JIRA. Desirable Skills/Experience: * Experience working in Agile (Scrum/Kanban) environments. * Familiarity with CI/CD More ❯

infrastructure automation) AWS Workspaces Management - deploying, configuring, and optimizing AWS Workspaces for remote desktop solutions. CI/CD Pipeline Implementation -CI/CD tools - AWS CodePipeline and GitHub Actions. Cloud Security & IAM -AWS security best practices, IAM roles, access control policies, and compliance frameworks. Monitoring & Logging -AWS CloudWatch for system performance monitoring and alerting. Networking - cloud More ❯

infrastructure automation) AWS Workspaces Management - deploying, configuring, and optimizing AWS Workspaces for remote desktop solutions. CI/CD Pipeline Implementation -CI/CD tools - AWS CodePipeline and GitHub Actions. Cloud Security & IAM -AWS security best practices, IAM roles, access control policies, and compliance frameworks. Monitoring & Logging -AWS CloudWatch for system performance monitoring and alerting. Networking - cloud … CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to … operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner More ❯

Public Sector. Key skills & experience: Good experience with AWS technologies (e.g., EC2, RDS, ELB, EBS, EFS, S3, VPC, Glacier, IAM, CloudWatch, KMS) to develop and maintain an AWS-based cloud solution, with an emphasis on best practice cloud security. Provisioning infrastructure using Terraform and VMs with tools such as Vagrant. Experience with DevOps Engineer in a 24x7 uptime More ❯

Public Sector. Key skills & experience: Good experience with AWS technologies (e.g., EC2, RDS, ELB, EBS, EFS, S3, VPC, Glacier, IAM, CloudWatch, KMS) to develop and maintain an AWS-based cloud solution, with an emphasis on best practice cloud security. Provisioning infrastructure using Terraform and VMs with tools such as Vagrant. Experience with DevOps Engineer in a 24x7 uptime More ❯

Senior Control Assurance Assessor | Remote You'll play a key role in evaluating the design and effectiveness of security controls across cloud and on-prem environments, helping to protect critical assets and ensure compliance. What You'll Do: Conduct security control assessments and develop test plans Identify control gaps and recommend improvements Leverage data-driven testing and … Certifications: CISA, CISSP, CISM, or ISO 27001 Lead Auditor Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills Nice to Have: Experience with Sailpoint, Rapid7, Wiz.io, RSA Archer, ServiceNow Familiarity with cloud security, automation, and agile methodologies Big 4 background and data analytics proficiency Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Please click here to More ❯

Job Title: Security Architect ( Artefact ) Contract Duration: 6 Months Location: Edinburgh, Leeds, Halifax, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol (2 days a week onsite) Working Pattern: Full Time Rate: Highly competitive rate available for suitable candidates Are you ready to take on a pivotal role in shaping the security landscape of an esteemed organisation in the Banking and Financial Services industry … We are on the lookout for dynamic Security Architect to join our team for a 6-month contract in 2025! This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to our Group Security Reference Architecture (GSRA) and ensure our security artefacts meet the highest standards. Required Skills: Systems Design - Designs and review system architectures through the application of patterns … and principles, which support associated security designs. Research & Innovation - Advises on developments to security properties in technology. Provides input in identifying new technologies and design their use in a business context. Security Technology - Explains the effectiveness of current and future security designs and can create supporting guardrails and patterns based upon these technology solutions. Shares information More ❯

for a well known organisation in the Insurance space on a contract basis Responsibilities Responsible for the technical architecture applied for the implementation of the end to end Infrastructure, Cloud & Security Services Working closely with the client/customer to develop a vision and roadmap for the Infra, Cloud & Security Services Requirements Demonstrable precious experience as … an Enterprise Architect on large scale infrastructure projects Expertise in Azure & AWS cloud platforms Strong knowledge of network security, firewalls, VPNs, and identity management. Experience with Unix/Linux and Windows server administration. Familiarity with backup technologies, disaster recovery, and storage solutions. This is an urgent requirment, so don't heistate to apply if interested! InterQuest Group is More ❯

Azure Technical Architect - Cloud, Security Up to £460 per day - Outside IR35 London/Remote - Must be UK-based 6 months My client is an instantly recognisable consultancy firm who require an Azure Technical Architect to join a business-critical programme for a public sector end client. Key Requirements: Proven commercial experience working as an Azure Technical Architect … ideally within the public sector. Strong experience in architecting, building, and maintaining cost-efficient, scalable cloud environments within organisations. The ability to understand business objectives of the organisation and create cloud-based solutions from those objectives and maintain cloud security. The ability to produce high-quality technical documentation, including architectural diagrams, implementation guides, and best practice recommendations. … Strong understanding of Azure services and Cloud Security Principles. Excellent communication skills. BPSS/SC eligibility. Nice to have: SC Clearance. Immediate availability. If interested, with relevant experience, please apply with your latest CV ASAP. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying More ❯

Senior Security Architect 2-3 days per week on site (choice of Newcastle, Blackpool, Leeds, Manchester) Up to £750/day (Inside IR35) Active SC Clearance required iO Associates is aligned with a government entity to hire for a technically hands-on Senior Security Architect to lead secure system design across large-scale microservice environments. You'll engage … directly with senior stakeholders, influence architecture strategy, and design secure solutions across cloud (AWS), database (MongoDB/PostgreSQL), and data encryption-heavy systems. Mandatory requirements: CISSP certification Active SC Clearance Strong AWS, application, and database security experience Expertise in secure system architecture & communication of technical risk Other requirements: Experience with large-scale micro-service infrastructure Hands on experience … with: Application security Database security Cloud security measures Technically proficient and capable of contributing to the design and implementation of secure systems-not just policy or risk frameworks. If you are interested, live locally enough to one of the Northern offices listed above, and hold active Security Clearance, please apply immediately as first stage interviews More ❯

Job Title: Senior Security Architect Contract: 12 months Location: Newcastle Hub (40% on-site, increasing to 60% from September). Open to other northern hubs (Leeds, Manchester, Blackpool) with occasional travel to Newcastle. Pay Rate: Up to £750/day (inside IR35) Security Clearance: SC required Contracting Authority: Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Core Purpose - The Senior … Security Architect will: Engage with senior stakeholders across departments. Influence teams and communities across the organisation. Research and apply innovative security architecture solutions. Develop vision, principles, and strategy for security architecture. Balance security requirements and make informed design decisions. Lead technical design of systems and services. Support quality assurance and act as an escalation point for … of the Role and key responsibilities: * interact with senior stakeholders across departments * reach and influence a wide range of people across larger teams and communities * research and apply innovative security architecture solutions to new or existing problems and be able to justify and communicate design decisions * develop vision, principles and strategy for security architects for one project or More ❯

Qualified Security Assessor Whitehall Resources are currently looking for a Qualified Security Assessor. You will be required to use an FCSA Accredited Umbrella Company for this role. Key Requirements: - As a QSA you will be responsible for conducting formal assessments of organizations' compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS). - You will evaluate … security controls, identify gaps, and provide guidance to help organizations achieve and maintain compliance. - This role requires deep technical knowledge, strong communication skills, and a commitment to upholding the integrity of the PCI DSS program. Key Responsibilities: - Conduct PCI DSS assessments for merchants and service providers. - Review and validate security controls, policies, and procedures. - Perform onsite inspections, interviews … detailed Reports on Compliance (RoC) and Attestations of Compliance (AoC). - Provide remediation guidance and support to clients. - Maintain up-to-date knowledge of PCI DSS standards and related security practices. - Ensure independence and objectivity in all assessments. - Participate in internal quality assurance and peer review processes. Key Skills: - In depth knowledge of network security, encryption, Firewalls, and More ❯

deep expertise in Palo Alto Networks technologies , ideally coming from an XSOAR background , and possessing strong experience across XDR and SIEM environments. This is a key role within our security operations function, focused on enhancing detection, automation, and response capabilities. *For this role you must be eligible for SC Clearance* Key Responsibilities Implement and configure Palo Alto Networks XSIAM … to improve SOC efficiency and visibility Design and manage security automation workflows , drawing from previous XSOAR experience Integrate and optimize XDR capabilities to support proactive threat detection Set up and maintain SIEM-style log ingestion , correlation rules, and enrichment pipelines Build custom dashboards and reporting tools for real-time security insights Troubleshoot complex issues related to XSIAM , XSOAR … and related integrations Ensure seamless integration with third-party security tools and platforms Provide best-practice guidance and hands-on support to internal teams Maintain accurate documentation of configurations, workflows, and procedures Required Skills & Experience 3+ years working with Palo Alto Networks solutions (XSOAR, XSIAM, Cortex XDR) Ideally experience implementing and managing XSIAM in real-world environments but will More ❯