Site Reliability Engineer

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Overview

We are seeking a Contract Site Reliability Engineer (SRE) with active DV clearance to join a dynamic SME in the Defence sector. The successful candidate will work closely with a team focused on enhancing the reliability and efficiency of service operations while leveraging various modern technologies. This role requires on-site presence three days a week, ensuring robust collaboration and adherence to the security requirements of the industry.

Responsibilities

  • Implement and manage configuration management tools such as Ansible or Chef.
  • Develop and manage containerized applications using Docker, Kubernetes, and OpenShift.
  • Utilize Terraform for infrastructure as code to provision cloud resources.
  • Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins.
  • Monitor systems and applications effectively with Prometheus or Grafana.
  • Administer Linux systems and create shell scripts for automation tasks.
  • Manage databases on AWS services including EC2, RDS, and S3.

Requirements

  • Active DV clearance or eligibility to obtain DV clearance.
  • Proven experience with configuration management tools (Ansible or Chef).
  • Strong competence with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift).
  • Experience with Terraform for infrastructure management.
  • Familiarity with CI/CD practices and Jenkins.
  • Knowledge of system monitoring tools (Prometheus or Grafana).
  • Solid understanding of SQL and Linux administration.
  • Experience with AWS services (EC2, RDS, S3).
SkillsSQL, AWS
LocationCounty Of Herefordshire
TypeOn-site
Rate£550/day
SourceLinkedIn
Posted22/11/25