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# DevOps Engineer (SC Cleared / DV Eligible) - South West

- **Company:** Forward Role Recruitment
- **Location:** Cheltenham, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Bash Shell, Cloud Engineering, Continuous Integration, Linux, DevOps, Python (Programming Language), Gitlab, Cloudformation, Kubernetes, Infrastructure Automation Frameworks, Deployment Automation, Terraform, Docker, Jenkins
- **Published:** November 10, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.securityclearedjobs.com/job/802087251/devops-engineer-sc-cleared-dv-eligible-south-west/

## About the Role

Already SC cleared, technically strong on AWS and automation, but finding that most National Security opportunities want you to arrive with a green badge?

## Description

I'm supporting an established technology consultancy that's continuing to expand its engineering teams across National Security and Central Government.

They're looking for DevOps Engineers with strong AWS foundations, who enjoy building secure infrastructure, automating delivery and getting involved in the wider software engineering lifecycle.

Importantly, there's an opportunity here for engineers who don't currently hold DV clearance, provided they meet the necessary eligibility requirements.

The technical focus

 * AWS: Designing and building secure, scalable cloud infrastructure
 * Infrastructure as Code: Terraform, CloudFormation and automation tooling
 * Containers: Docker, Kubernetes and Helm
 * CI/CD: GitLab, Jenkins and automated deployment pipelines
 * Linux & Scripting: Python, Bash and infrastructure automation
 * Reliability: Monitoring, performance, security and resilient system design

You don't need every tool on the list. Strong AWS engineering experience, a good understanding of automation and the ability to contribute to complex technical delivery are the priorities.

Why it's worth a look

The organisation combines the culture of a smaller specialist engineering business with the stability and resources of an established technology group.

You'll have the opportunity to work on bespoke software programmes, collaborate closely with developers and architects, and take genuine ownership of the infrastructure you build.

There's also a strong emphasis on development, including external technical training, career coaching and opportunities to progress into Senior, Lead or Architecture responsibilities.

The work involves secure environments, so you'll need to be comfortable with on-site delivery requirements in Bristol or Cheltenham.

Existing DV clearance isn't essential, but eligibility for the required security vetting is.