Role: Delivery Lead - SC Clearance neededType: Contract (6 Months)Location: UK Wide (Fully Remote)Working Model: Fully RemoteContract Payrate: 47 - 57/hr on PAYE 65 - 75/hr on INSIDE IR35 UmbrellaClearance: Active SC Clearance RequiredDual nationals will not be considered. The Role:We are looking for an experienced Delivery Lead to drive complex cloud and digital transformation initiatives within the Public Sector. You will bridge the gap between high-level strategy and agile execution, leading multidisciplinary teams (DevOps, Cloud Engineers, Analysts) to deliver secure, scalable, and citizen-focused solutions.Key Responsibilities:Programme Leadership: Shape delivery strategy and roadmaps for cloud-native/hybrid infrastructure (Azure, AWS, GCP).Agile Governance: Manage sprint cycles, backlog prioritization, and delivery metrics (DORA) using Jira or Azure DevOps.Technical Oversight: Review Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation workflows to ensure scalability and resilience.Stakeholder Management: Navigate complex client contracts, manage third-party vendors, and lead service recovery for failed SLAs.Compliance: Ensure all delivery aligns with GDS, NCSC, and ITIL standards.Requirements:Proven Lead: Extensive experience in service delivery within digital or legacy environments.Public Sector Savvy: Deep understanding of Government Service Standards and secure delivery practices.Commercial Acumen: Ability to manage internal charging mechanisms and interpret complex contra