Senior DevOps Engineer - Kubernetes andamp; OpenLDAP (EBSA - IDAM DevOps HO - SFIA 4/5) Location: London (Hybrid/2-3 days onsite per week) Sector: Public Sector Clearance Required: Security Clearance (SC) required | NPPV3 eligible Nationality Requirement: Single National Rate: £650-£670/day inside IR35 Role Overview We are seeking a highly experienced Senior DevOps Engineer with deep, hands-on expertise in Kubernetes platform engineering and OpenLDAP-based Identity and Access Management (IDAM). This is a senior technical role within a secure, regulated public sector environment, requiring an individual who can operate independently, lead from the front, and deliver robust, scalable, and secure containerised platforms. The successful candidate must be fully confident working across Kubernetes and directory services (particularly OpenLDAP) and be able to hit the ground running with minimal ramp-up, bringing strong practical experience in production-grade environments. In addition to hands-on delivery, the role includes technical leadership responsibilities for a small DevOps team, supporting CI/CD capability, secure deployments, and production governance. This position operates at SFIA Level 4/5, requiring autonomy, technical authority, and the ability to make informed decisions in complex, security-controlled environments. Key Responsibilities Kubernetes Platform Engineering Design, build, and operate secure and scalable Kubernetes clusters Manage full cluster life cycle ..... full job details .....