DevOps Engineer - Security Data Services

Want to develop the next generation of Automated Cyber Defence Systems for the Group? We have investment to expand so join our growing team as part of the Security Data Services lab!

This is a great opportunity that would suit a Security Data Services Engineer or an experienced software developer that is looking to transition into Cyber Security.

You'll work with a broader team of security experts to design and implement solutions that combat cyber security threats by monitoring IT systems for suspicious activity or threats using data collected from a variety of cyber defence tools to triage and analyse Tier 1 security alerts and respond to internal and external Cyber Threats.

Key Accountabilities;

• Provisioning cloud infrastructure via CI/CD Pipelines.  
• Working on ways to automate and improve development and release processes
• Performing testing of code to ensure functionality is correct - own code but also peer reviewing. 
• Maintaining and supporting IT systems (patching, bug fixing, etc.)
• Improving the performance of existing deployments (Reducing technical debt).
• Keeping detailed records of development processes (both within code but also general documentation). 
• Managing Code deployment through RTL environment.

About us

We’re on an exciting journey and there couldn’t be a better time to join us. The investments we’re making in our people, data, and technology are leading to innovative projects, fresh possibilities, and countless new ways for our people to work, learn, and thrive.

We're building the bank of the future and developing the next generation of digital banking solutions securely. The Chief Security Office (CSO) plays a key role in delivering Lloyds Banking Group's vision of putting customers at the heart of everything we do, helping Britain prosper, and protecting the Group and its customers and suppliers from security threats. We define and communicate the Group's security strategy and provide dedicated support and constructive challenge to business areas to ensure the delivery of an effective and compliant security risk management framework. 

What you’ll need

• Expected to have a broad understanding across DevOps related domains and technologies such as CI/CD tools like Jenkins, GitHub, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and Drone
• Knowledge across multiple cloud environments with notable experience with GCP
• Security background/knowledge is preferable. 
• Good knowledge of Python. 
• Working knowledge of Databases & SQL
• Networking experience (Understanding of IP addressing, subnetting, DNS, VPNs, protocols).
• Troubleshooting skills (Feeds, Apps, Platform issues, Network issues).
• Good verbal skills i.e. being able to describe a technical concept to a non technical audience. 
• Holistic & persistent problem solver. 
• Self Starter with the ability to work independently, progressing multiple pieces of development at any one time. 

We also offer a wide-ranging benefits package, which includes:

• A generous pension contribution 
• An annual bonus award, subject to Group performance
• Share schemes including free shares
• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping
• 30 days’ holiday, with bank holidays on top
• A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies