Company Overview
Sanderson Government & Defence was established over 20 years ago as a bespoke solution to a unique talent problem: sourcing and placing high-calibre professional talent to work within the UK government and defence sector. MISSION We provide talent solutions for the UK government and their critical supply chains, including: Ministry of Defence and areas of National Security; Central Government and Arm’s Length Bodies; National Policing and Justice; and the broader Public Sector. EXPERTISE & SKILL Central to our success has been understanding the government sector’s intricate demands; appreciating government protocols, the need for security clearances combined with our knowledge of the specialised skills that set these roles apart. Our approach focuses on developing innovative strategies to penetrate this closed network, leveraging both technology and deep industry connections to source hard to find, hard to reach talent. Our services encompass the full range of workforce management from contingent permanent and contract recruitment, to project RPO and embedded talent partner solutions, plus statement of work, MSP, and search offerings. ACCOMPLISHMENTS Our driving mission is to help the government and defence sector build the right teams and to be the leading innovative talent specialist, to both government and its associated supply chains. We recognise this sector, more than any other, relies on trust, reliability, and commitment so have dedicated ourselves to understanding the unique pressures and needs of each role. By nurturing long-term relationships, not just with our clients, but with candidates themselves, we ensure every placement is more than a match on paper; it is a fit in ethos and dedication. The rewards of this approach are manifold. Contributing to the nation’s safety and security by solving talent puzzles is profoundly satisfying. Each successful placement means a critical project receives the talent needed to progress, further securing our nation.
Sanderson G&D is partnering with a leading organisation dedicated to safeguarding national security through innovative technology solutions. Our team supports critical projects that protect our nation’s infrastructure and ensure the safety of our citizens. We are looking for an ambitious, solutions-focused Cloud/Infrastructure Engineer to make a real difference within the industry in various environments.
We’re recruiting for people with the following experience*:
- Proven experience as a Cloud/Infrastructure Engineer or similar role
- Strong background in cloud platforms, particularly AWS
- Expertise in infrastructure as code (IaC) tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
- Familiarity with DevOps tools and methodologies, including Kubernetes and Docker
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-security environment
- Security clearance or the ability to obtain one
Benefits
- Flexible pay and benefits including car schemes, flexible working, and equity schemes
- A range of cultures and sizes of businesses, from start-ups to multinational consultancies
- Variety of work and projects
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Work on impactful projects that contribute to national security
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