1 to 25 of 36 Contract Cloud Security Jobs in the UK excluding London

Azure Cloud Consultant About the Role Our client, a global finance organisation, are looking to recruit the services of a highly skilled Cloud Security Consultant with strong hands-on experience in Microsoft Azure to support the design, assessment, and validation of cloud security controls across … expanding cloud environments. The role is based in Ipswich, Suffolk, so candidates must live a commutable distance from Ipswich. You will work closely with technical and delivery teams, acting as a trusted advisor to ensure robust security frameworks and best practices are embedded throughout cloud programmes. This ...

Senior Information Assurance/Cloud Security Consultant (DV Cleared) Contract: 6 months Rate: £700 per day (Outside IR35) Location: Corsham - 2 days per week on site Clearance: Active DV Clearance required We are seeking an experienced DV-cleared Information Assurance/Cloud Security Consultant to support … . Experience delivering assurance in MOD, wider government, or similarly regulated environments will be highly advantageous. Role Overview You will lead the development of security assurance artefacts and frameworks for a SECRET-level cloud environment, ensuring alignment with recognised UK and international security standards. The role ...

Network Security Architect Location: Hybrid – Bracknell, UK Experience Level: Senior/Architect Our client is a leading global Information Technology, Consulting, and Business Process Services organisation , working at enterprise scale across complex, mission-critical environments. They are currently seeking an experienced Network Security Architect to join their team … play a key role in shaping and delivering modern, secure network architectures. Role Overview As a Network Security Architect, you will support and lead security deployments and infrastructure design across large enterprise environments. The role has a strong focus on Zero Trust architecture , cloud security ...

Head of Cyber Delivery Assurance that product delivery and maintenance meet BA's risk appetite and that controls are operating effectively. Successfully embedding security by design with proportionate appropriate cyber controls aligned to risk. Senior stakeholder management (negotiation and influencing) across multinational organisations, including third party suppliers and delivery … functions, ensuring consistency and best cyber practice is adhered to. Provide authoritative advice and guidance on the application and operation of all types of security controls, including legislative or regulatory requirements. Advise users on risk management and reduction and promote awareness in conjunction with cyber awareness programmes. Key Requirements ...

join their team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on several key projects, helping shape the future of their technology platforms and cloud security services. The Role: Based in Manchester (3 days per week in office, Tuesday–Thursday), the successful candidate will be responsible for designing, developing … maintaining modern cloud-based systems. You will work across backend development, DevOps, and infrastructure as code, collaborating closely with global teams in Australia, the U.S., and locally in Manchester. Key Responsibilities: Backend Development (50%) Design, develop, and enhance backend services using TypeScript and NestJS . Build scalable APIs ...

Security Engineer 6 Month Contract Essex (Hybrid) £525/day (Inside IR35) AWS Security Engineer needed for a 6 Month Contract in Essex (Hybrid). Active SC Security Clearance preferred. Start asap in Jan/Feb 2026. Hybrid Working - 3-4 days/week remote … leading global IT and Digital transformation business specialising in delivering large-scale Government projects. Key experience + tasks will include: Must have extensive AWS Cloud Security Engineering expertise. Key Objective: taking ownership of AWS Cloud Security across discovery, design, implementation + large-scale workload migration. ...

Role/Job Title: Pen Tester Work Location: TCS Reading Mode of Working: Hybrid Hybrid Requirement: 3 days The Role We're looking for Security Consultant/Senior Security Consultant with expertise in penetration testing. As part of our Cyber Security team, you shall perform penetration testing … through scoping engagements, penetration testing and reporting while adhering to the agreed scope and deadlines. Perform penetration testing which includes Network, web application, APIs Cloud Security, Thick Client application, wireless, social engineering, physical penetration testing. Execute penetration testing projects using the established methodology, tools and rules of engagements. ...

Azure DevOps/Platform Engineer - Azure Cloud SME - 2 days onsite in Manchester - 3-6 month contract - Outside IR35 - £500 per day We are seeking an Azure DevOps Engineer to take technical ownership of security, architecture, and shared services across a complex hybrid cloud estate. This … month contract, outside IR35, you must be able to work in the Manchester office 2 days per week. Key responsibilities Own and continuously improve cloud security posture across Azure (primary), with exposure to AWS and GCP. Identify, assess, and remediate vulnerabilities and misconfigurations across cloud infrastructure, networking ...

Lead to drive enterprise-wide DevSecOps transformation and Infrastructure-as-Code implementation during the migration of large-scale on-prem systems to AWS cloud . This role requires deep expertise across CI/CD pipelines, security automation, cloud-native DevOps tooling, third-party DevSecOps platforms, and large … ideal candidate will lead cross-functional engineering teams, define DevSecOps strategy, enforce secure-by-design principles, and ensure seamless DevSecOps operations across hybrid and cloud environments. Role Type: Contract Inside IR35 Duration: 4-6 weeks Location: London, UK (Hybrid) Required Skills & Experience Technical Expertise 14+ years of experience ...

office) Team: Platforms - IT Infrastructure & Operations Contract: 6 month contract likely to be extended About the role We're looking for an experienced Cloud DevOps Engineer to join a growing IT Operations team and play a key role in running, securing, and optimising large-scale Microsoft Azure environments. This … hands-on role where you'll own cloud reliability, automation, security, disaster recovery, and cost optimisation. You'll work closely with engineering, security, and operations teams to support modern CI/CD and DevSecOps practices, while helping drive continuous improvement across cloud platforms. If you enjoy ...

shape its architecture, and partner with deep technical SMEs across the business to ensure our AI systems operate with the highest levels of performance, security, and responsible oversight The client is investing in the next generation of AI capabilities, with safety, resilience, and trust at the core. … against ambitious timeline Develop scalable, high-throughput data pipelines and monitoring systems to track: AI model performance and drift Operational resilience and service health Security posture and policy adherence Guardrail compliance for ML and GenAI Aggregated risk indicators and governance metrics Ensure end-to-end observability across model development ...

THIS PROJECT IS INSIDE IR35 We are seeking a hands-on GCP Platform Engineer/SRE to design, implement, and operate a secure, automated cloud platform supporting API-first workloads and enterprise integration services. This role focuses on GCP-native infrastructure, API platform engineering, and SRE reliability practices . … using Infrastructure as Code Build and maintain GCP API Management (Apigee) infrastructure and API Gateway capabilities Design and implement networking, load balancing, and edge security (Cloud Armor) Deploy and operate GKE clusters and container platforms in production Develop reusable Terraform modules and modular IaC patterns Implement and maintain ...

seeking an experienced Nessus engineer who will join the security team of aMajor organisation, who understands Tenable and its various components. WhileHaving experience with implementing the Tenable solution key, this job alsorequires full-time hands-on administration of the Tenable system as well asManaging the vulnerability management aspect … tool. Primary Responsibilities: Installing and Configuring Nessus, Nessus Manager, Nessus Agents, Log Correlation Engine, Nessus Network Monitor, and Security Centre on both Linux/Unix and Windows-based environments Responsible for installing And configuring Nessus Agents Secure Tenable server and Enable SSL Integrating Tenable products With LDAP, Active Directory ...

visibility, integrations, automation, and turning data into measurable risk reduction Someone who can help us get complete visibility into all of our devices, users, cloud resources, and SaaS applications. Know what we have, know the security gaps, and automate the fixes wherever possible. Hands-on with asset intelligence … automation to highlight risks and drive remediation. Not just an analyst but an engineer who can: connect systems via APIs, build automations, identify missing security controls and help us turn asset data into real risk-reduction actions. Experience with cybersecurity tooling - things like SIEM, EDR, vulnerability management, CSPM ...

within highly secure environments, delivering mission critical digital and cyber services to complex organisations. They are investing in the growth and maturity of their Security Operations Centre and are seeking an experienced Senior SOC Analyst to support this next phase of development. The benefits Long term engagement within … stable SOC environment Opportunity to influence SOC processes, controls and maturity Work alongside experienced cyber and operational security professionals The Senior SOC Analyst role As a Senior SOC Analyst, you will play a key role in delivering effective SOC services across multiple platforms and projects. You will provide hands ...

working with a leading financial services organisation who are looking to engage a highly skilled Application Developer to support the build-out of modern, cloud-native identity and access management (IAM) capabilities. This contract role is focused on developing secure identity APIs, event-driven workflows, and automation across Google … Cloud Platform , supporting enterprise-scale identity lifecycle management and access orchestration. You will work closely with cloud security, DevOps, platform, and application engineering teams to deliver scalable, secure identity services in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Key Responsibilities Design and implement identity lifecycle workflows covering provisioning ...

technical issues, diagnosing and resolving problems beyond Level 1-2 capability Typical escalations include advanced Azure AD/Entra ID and Intune synchronisation issues, security posture configuration, network connectivity challenges, and patching failures Project Delivery Lead and deliver client projects end-to-end, from design through to implementation … handover, including: On-premise to Azure migrations (Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Virtual Desktop) Modern Workplace rollouts (Microsoft 365, Intune, security baselines) Client onboarding and transition from incumbent suppliers Guide clients through Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus, including gap analysis, remediation, and evidence preparation Cloud & Security Expertise ...

Microsoft Defender - secure, scalable, and successful implementation of advanced detection technologies that enhance organisational threat visibility, improve incident response capability, and support a modern security operations function. - close collaboration with cybersecurity, infrastructure, networking, SOC analysts, service owners, and senior stakeholders to align technical designs with security strategy, operating … models, and business needs. - definition of the target architecture for Darktrace NDR and Microsoft Defender XDR across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments. - creation of high-level and low-level solution designs, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture standards, secure by design principles, and regulatory requirements. - development of data ingestion ...

Security Lead - Incident Response & Threat Management 4 Months Contract £400 to £500 a day Inside IR35 Remote working *Active Security Clearance is Needed* A well-established consultancy firm is urgently looking for an experienced Security Lead with a strong background in Incident Response and Threat Management … deep understanding of SecOps analyst support. Core Responsibilities Incident Management: Directing the full incident response lifecycle, including the triage, investigation, and total resolution of security events. Threat Intelligence: Utilising Recorded Future, OpenCTI, and Cribl to correlate alerts and transform raw intelligence into actionable defensive insights. Detection & Monitoring: Designing advanced ...

Rate: £40 p/h inside IR35 A central government organisation is seeking a Senior Systems Administrator to provide advanced technical leadership across infrastructure, cloud, security and systems operations. Core Technical Responsibilities Systems Administration Manage and optimise on-prem and cloud-hosted systems in line with best … servers, hardware, and key services. Oversee lifecycle management of IT assets and third-party devices. Embed automation and good practice across systems and processes. Security & Compliance Conduct vulnerability scanning and manage remediation activities. Operate security control tools to protect corporate assets. Maintain patching, BIA/BCP and recovery ...

days a week onsite Role Purpose The Technical Architect will provide end-to-end technical leadership across design, architecture, and delivery of modern cloud-based systems. The role focuses on AWS cloud architecture, Java-based services, API-led design, microservices patterns, and schema-driven approaches to ensure high … standards, and ensure solutions are secure, maintainable, and aligned to organisational goals. Key Responsibilities Technical Architecture & Solution Design Design end-to-end architectures for cloud-native services built on AWS. Define and document high-level and detailed designs, architectural patterns, and technical specifications. Architect Java-based services using frameworks ...

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (Azure) - Contract (Inside IR35) - London I'm looking for an experienced Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to join a specialty insurance client in London on a 6-month Inside IR35 contract. This role will play a key part in building, supporting, and optimising the Azure cloud … have hands-on experience working with insurance clients within the last 3 years . This is essential. Role Overview Design, build, and manage Azure cloud infrastructure across IaaS and PaaS services Deliver infrastructure using Terraform and Infrastructure as Code Support CI CD and GitOps workflows alongside development teams Provide ...

Hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure and services across Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Proficient in writing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, with a strong understanding of modular and reusable code practices. Experience with Service Mesh technologies such as Istio and Anthos for managing microservices communication … observability. Deep understanding of networking concepts in Cloud like Hybrid Connectivity, VPN, NAT, IPAM, DNS and routing. Comprehensive knowledge of Cloud Security, Key Management Service (KMS), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Encryption, and the principles of least privilege. Deep understanding of Linux operating systems, including system internals, networking ...

extensions Sanderson Government and Defence are seeking Senior SOC Analysts in the Defence sector for an on-going programme of work with a cyber security supplier into the MOD. This is a great opportunity to join a talented Cyber team on an interesting project. Tasks/Responsibilities: Management Monitoring … Systems for Security Alerts, Intrusions or activity considered to be unauthorised, unexpected or illegal Review and develop existing security controls in line with a constantly growing technical environment Contribute into developing an RBAC model in line with an existing IDAM (Identity and Access Management) service Generate recurring service ...

Your New Company and Role Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to delivering robust and secure IT services. As an IT Officer (Security), you'll play a key role within the IT Security team, ensuring the successful delivery of critical projects and safeguarding corporate IT systems. In this … role, you'll be involved in the design, implementation, and support of security solutions, working on everything from hardware installation and SSL certificate management to threat detection and prevention. You'll provide technical expertise, liaise with departments on implementation schedules, and contribute to research and development to keep ...