SC Cleared GCP DevOps Engineer £700 per day (Inside IR35)SC ClearedSouth West England/MOD Sites (Hybrid)Long-Term ProgrammeWe are supporting a major Public Sector Defence programme and are looking for experienced SC Cleared GCP DevOps Engineer to join a high-profile digital transformation initiative.This is an opportunity to work within a secure environment delivering cutting-edge cloud and AI capabilities across critical Defence systems. The role will suit engineers who enjoy operating in fast-paced, user-focused environments and are comfortable engaging directly with stakeholders and end users.Essential ExperienceStrong hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Background in Platform Engineering, Cloud Engineering, DevOps, or Infrastructure EngineeringExperience working with Google Distributed Cloud (GDC)Exposure to Google''s AI ecosystem including Vertex AI, Gemini, and related toolingExperience delivering solutions within secure or highly regulated environmentsStrong understanding of cloud automation, deployment, and operational best practicesExperience working within Agile delivery teamsClearance RequirementsActive SC Clearance is essentialDV Clearance is highly desirableSole UK nationality is preferred due to the nature of the programmeLocationCandidates should be willing to work on-site as required across MOD locations including:CorshamAbbey WoodOther South West Defence sitesRegular on-site attendance will be required depending on project phase and operationa