DevSecOps Consultant

DevSecOps Consultant * Sheffield (2-days per week onsite) * Inside IR35 We're partnering with a leading financial services client to appoint a DevSecOps Consultant to drive secure engineering practices across large-scale, cloud-based platforms. This role is ideal for someone who has come from a hands-on DevSecOps Engineering background and has since transitioned into architecture, design and advisory, while still retaining strong technical depth. We're particularly looking for someone who brings a strong blend of Python development and orchestration experience alongside their DevSecOps expertise. Key Requirements: * Proven background in hands-on DevSecOps Engineering, now operating in a design/architecture-focused role * Strong Python development experience, with the ability to build automation and orchestration solutions * Strong experience with orchestration and workflow automation across engineering, cloud and security platforms * Strong experience across both AWS and GCP (essential) * Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, build tools, artifact repositories, and developer platforms * Expertise in secure software delivery, vulnerability management, and platform security * Experience with threat modelling, security frameworks, and maturity assessments * Strong knowledge of application security, network security, and cloud security principles * Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Desirable: * Experience in financial services or regulated environments * Knowledge of Kubernetes and container security * Familiarity with supply chain security, SBOM, and secure development practices * Experience with workflow/orchestration tooling and event-driven automation * Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, CCSP) More details available on successful application