DevSecOps Consultant

DevSecOps Consultant

• Sheffield (2-days per week onsite)
• Inside IR35

We're partnering with a leading financial services client to appoint a DevSecOps Consultant to drive secure engineering practices across large-scale, cloud-based platforms.

This role is ideal for someone who has come from a hands-on DevSecOps Engineering background and has since transitioned into architecture, design and advisory, while still retaining strong technical depth.

We're particularly looking for someone who brings a strong blend of Python development and orchestration experience alongside their DevSecOps expertise.

Key Requirements:

• Proven background in hands-on DevSecOps Engineering, now operating in a design/architecture-focused role
• Strong Python development experience, with the ability to build automation and orchestration solutions
• Strong experience with orchestration and workflow automation across engineering, cloud and security platforms
• Strong experience across both AWS and GCP (essential)
• Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, build tools, artifact repositories, and developer platforms
• Expertise in secure software delivery, vulnerability management, and platform security
• Experience with threat modelling, security frameworks, and maturity assessments
• Strong knowledge of application security, network security, and cloud security principles
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

Desirable:

• Experience in financial services or regulated environments
• Knowledge of Kubernetes and container security
• Familiarity with supply chain security, SBOM, and secure development practices
• Experience with workflow/orchestration tooling and event-driven automation
• Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CCSP)