DevOps Engineer - Security & Intelligence

Join the Growth Story at Envitia Envitia operates at the heart of the UK’s most sensitive and high-profile operations. Our approach is entirely mission-focused, enabling customers to see more, decide faster, and act with confidence across complex domains. We deliver situational awareness and information advantage across C5ISR, fusing cyber, geospatial, and kinetic data into an operational picture. This transforms fragmented data into a shared understanding of the battlespace, delivering actionable insight when it matters most. Our solutions are secure-by-design, built from the ground up to protect sensitive information and ensure resilience in contested environments. We simplify complex heterogeneous data sources into a rich picture of fused intelligence, providing a digital backbone that underpins success. We operate as small teams delivering fast value, blending deep technical expertise with agile methods to deliver measurable outcomes. Every engagement focuses on capability, clarity, and confidence for those who protect the nation. A career with Envitia enables you to work with mission driven innovation. We’re thrilled to announce that Envitia has been named one of the Sunday Times Top 100 Medium-Sized Companies to Work For in 2025—a prestigious recognition that highlights our commitment to creating an outstanding workplace where innovation, collaboration, and personal growth thrive. The Role As a DevOps / Platform Engineer, you will design, build and operate secure cloud and platform capabilities within classified government environments. Working across AWS and cloud-native technologies, you will play a key role in delivering reliable, scalable and secure platforms that underpin mission-critical digital services. You’ll operate within multi-disciplinary Agile teams, collaborating closely with software engineers, test engineers, architects, SRE specialists and mission stakeholders to ensure robust, production-grade delivery. This role is suited to someone who thrives in complex, secure environments and enjoys working across infrastructure automation, CI/CD and live service support, with a strong focus on reliability and continuous improvement. Typical responsibilities include: Building and maintaining secure DevSecOps pipelines to support continuous deliveryDeveloping Infrastructure as Code and automated platform capabilitiesSupporting AWS-based environments, including Kubernetes, OpenShift, EKS and ECSImplementing observability, monitoring, logging and alerting for live servicesSupporting SRE practices, cloud migration activities and production platform operations Job Responsibilities Design, implement and maintain secure CI/CD pipelines to support efficient, automated software deliveryDevelop and manage cloud-native infrastructure using AWS and Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible)Support containerised platforms and environments, including Kubernetes, OpenShift, EKS and ECSEmbed security controls, quality gates and compliance checks into DevSecOps workflowsImplement observability, monitoring, logging and alerting to support reliable live servicesContribute to SRE practices, improving service reliability, performance and operational resilienceAutomate build, deployment and platform processes to reduce manual overhead and improve release confidenceCollaborate within Agile teams, supporting delivery, troubleshooting and continuous improvementProvide technical guidance on platform engineering, cloud and deployment best practicesSupport production environments, including incident resolution, environment management and release readiness Skills Required Experience working within the UK Security & Intelligence, defence or other secure government environmentsStrong knowledge of cloud, platform engineering and DevSecOps practices, with a focus on secure, automated deliveryExperience with AWS and container platforms such as Kubernetes, OpenShift, EKS or ECSProficiency in Infrastructure as Code and automation tooling (e.g. Terraform, CloudFormation, Ansible or similar)Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, including automated build, test, deployment and release processesFamiliarity with security integration, quality gates and compliance controls within delivery pipelinesExperience implementing observability practices, including monitoring, logging, alerting and service metricsUnderstanding of SRE principles, including reliability engineering, incident management and continuous improvementAwareness of secure deployment, compliance requirements and operational security best practices Security Clearance Requirements The successful candidate must hold a current high level security clearance. Location It is anticipated the role will require up to 80% (4d/wk) onsite working at client locations – Cheltenham, London, Manchester (based on project requirements). What it's like to work at Envitia At Envitia, we believe that our greatest asset is our talented and dedicated team. We are committed to fostering a work environment where every employee feels valued, supported, and motivated to excel. As part of this commitment, we offer a comprehensive range of benefits designed to enhance both your professional and personal well-being. Annual Leave: 25 days plus your birthday off. You will have the ability to buy and sell 5 days holiday to work around your needs.Private Healthcare Coverage: Our health plan is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees with additional levels for family if required.Training & Skills Development: Stay ahead in your career with ongoing training opportunities and skill development initiatives tailored to your evolving needs.Fitness Reimbursement: We encourage an active lifestyle. Our fitness reimbursement program helps you stay fit by covering a portion of your gym memberships or fitness-related expenses.Life Assurance: Gain peace of mind with extensive life insurance coverage that ensures financial protection for you and your loved ones.Pension Contribution: Plan for your future with our pension options. We provide resources and support to help you build a secure financial foundation.Perkbox Subscription: Enjoy exclusive discounts on a variety of products and services. From technology to entertainment, we've partnered with various businesses to bring you special perks.Internal Reward Schemes: Be rewarded for your exceptional contributions through our employee recognition initiatives that celebrate your achievements.Community Engagement & Volunteer Opportunities: Contribute to meaningful causes with company-sponsored volunteer programs, fostering a sense of community and social responsibility. Inclusion at Envitia At Envitia, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and walks of life. We believe that our strength lies in our differences, and we are dedicated to fostering a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. We encourage applications from people of all abilities, ages, genders, sexual orientations, races, ethnicities, and religions. We strive to support a culture of inclusion, accessibility, and work-life balance. 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