Senior Cloud Engineer

Senior Cloud Solutions Engineer

Location : Cheltenham

Salary: £52,000 - £78,000

Clearance : You must currently hold the highest UK Government Clearance

What’s your possible?

At Northrop Grumman UK , you are part of a team driving innovation where it matters most – solving tomorrow’s challenges and shaping the technology solutions of the future. It’s what we call Defining Possible .

This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions; it’s the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community.

The Opportunity

This is more than just a job; it’s a mission .

As a Senior Cloud Solutions Engineer , you will play a key role within our Infrastructure Team, supporting customers on their journey to refactor, replatform and rehost mission‑critical systems into AWS. You will enable transformation through Infrastructure as Code and DevSecOps practices, improving system reliability, reducing cost and enhancing agility.

You’ll work with a wide range of technologies and environments, supporting national security missions and contributing to cutting‑edge cloud engineering at scale.

“Life as a Cloud Engineer is an exceptionally rewarding role where no two days are the same. The variety keeps the role fresh, and I always finish each day feeling like I’ve learnt something new.”

Kris, Lead Cloud Solutions Engineer, National Security Solutions

Role Responsibilities

• Design, build and maintain AWS and hybrid‑cloud systems.

• Administer Linux and Windows‑based environments.

• Maintain and troubleshoot IP networking across cloud and hybrid systems.

• Automate deployment, operation and maintenance tasks using Infrastructure as Code and configuration management tools.

• Continuously expand your own skills, maintaining and enhancing relevant certifications.

Candidate Requirements

Essential

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent relevant experience.

• AWS certification at Practitioner or Associate level, with experience designing and deploying cloud solutions.

• Experience administering Linux and Windows operating systems in large corporate environments.

• Strong understanding of IPv4 networking, including subnetting and routing.

• Experience automating tasks using Ansible, Bash, PowerShell, Puppet or Python.

Preferred

• Experience working across high‑classification systems or in national security environments.

• Exposure to DevSecOps practices and Infrastructure as Code tooling.

If you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. We value diverse experiences and learning potential.

Security Clearance

Due to the nature of this role, you must be a UK national .

You must be able to obtain and maintain the highest level of UK Government security clearance .

Our recruitment team is on hand to answer questions and guide you through the process: [email protected]

Benefits

• Flexible and hybrid working options

• Optional compressed fortnight

• Private healthcare

• Cash health plan

• Holiday buy and sell programme

• Career development and training

• Performance bonuses

Why Join Us?

A Mission to Believe In

Every day, we support national security by delivering technology solutions that protect the UK and its allies.

A Place to Belong and Thrive

Every voice matters. You will join an inclusive team where collaboration, respect and support enable everyone to succeed.

Your Career, Your Way

Shape your journey with mentoring, development opportunities, and technical pathways that fuel your passion and curiosity.