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Location: South East / Hybrid Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience Package: Company car / 600 monthly car allowance + excellent benefits + potential EMI share options The Opportunity An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Business Development Manager to play a key role in the next phase of growth for a leading organisation within the BMS, Building Controls and Smart Buildings sector. Working closely with the Business Development Director, CEO and wider leadership team , you will have genuine influence over the sectors, clients, strategic relationships and routes to market the business pursues. This is not simply an account management or lead-generation role . You will take ownership of the complete sales journey - from identifying and developing opportunities through to proposal, negotiation, contract award and successful handover. You will be supported by experienced technical, estimating, project, service and delivery teams, allowing you to focus on developing high-value relationships and winning new business. Key Responsibilities - Identify and develop new business opportunities across agreed sectors and geographical areas. - Grow existing accounts through cross-selling, upselling and wider portfolio opportunities. - Re-engage dormant and underdeveloped client relationships. - Build strong relationships with consultants, end users, FM organisations, main contractors, M&E contractors and strategic partners. - Understand client requirements, commercial drivers, timescales and business challenges. - Own the full sales cycle from initial discovery and qualification through to proposal, presentation, negotiation, award and handover. - Coordinate internal estimating, technical, operational and bid-writing support. - Contribute directly to proposal development, pricing strategy and commercial negotiations. - Ensure opportunities meet required margin, governance and delivery standards. - Maintain an accurate and healthy sales pipeline. - Produce credible sales forecasts and provide regular updates to the leadership team. - Represent the business at relevant industry events, forums and networking opportunities. - Provide market intelligence around client sentiment, competitor activity, barriers and emerging opportunities. - Develop a predictable and sustainable pipeline that supports the company's long-term growth strategy. What We're Looking For We're looking for a commercially driven BMS / Building Controls sales professional with a proven track record of winning new business. You should be able to demonstrate: - Proven success in business development or technical solution sales within BMS, BEMS, Building Controls or Smart Buildings . - Strong knowledge of the UK BMS market and its key routes to market. - An established network across consultants, end users, contractors, FM organisations and senior decision-makers. - A proven ability to personally identify, develop and convert new business opportunities. - Experience managing medium and long-term sales cycles involving multiple stakeholders. - Strong technical credibility and the ability to discuss BMS operation and solutions with both technical and non-technical audiences. - Experience working within multi-manufacturer BMS environments, including platforms such as Trend and Tridium . - Excellent presentation, proposal-writing and negotiation skills. - Strong commercial awareness, including margin, risk, resource requirements and delivery capability. - Excellent communication, organisation and time-management skills. - A proactive, self-motivated and accountable approach. - The ability to work autonomously while collaborating effectively with senior leadership and technical/operational teams. We're not looking for a transactional salesperson. The ideal candidate will bring genuine BMS market knowledge, strong industry relationships and a proven ability to build and convert strategic opportunities. Relevant Backgrounds We would be interested in speaking with candidates currently working as: - Senior Business Development Manager - Business Development Manager - BMS Sales Manager - Building Controls Sales Manager - Solutions Sales Manager - Strategic Account Manager - Key Account Manager - BMS Sales Engineer - Smart Buildings Business Development Manager - Energy Solutions Business Development Manager Relevant experience may come from: - BMS systems integrators - BMS and controls manufacturers - Building controls specialists - Smart building technology businesses - HVAC controls organisations - Energy management and building optimisation companies - Facilities management businesses with a strong technical/controls offering - M&E contractors with established BMS or controls divisions The quality of the individual, their relationships and their track record will be more important than their current job title. What You'll Receive The package includes: - Competitive salary based on experience. - Company car with a lease value of up to 600 per month OR 600 monthly car allowance. - Contributory pension scheme. - Non-contributory private healthcare, with the option to extend cover to family members. - Employee Assistance Programme for you and your family. - 26 days' annual leave + public and bank holidays. - One additional paid day for charity work. - Company laptop and mobile telephone. - Company expenses facility. - Hybrid working across the South East with regular client and site travel. - Structured six-month onboarding and development programme. - Potential participation in the company's EMI share-option scheme , subject to eligibility, approval and scheme rules. The EMI opportunity is designed to give the right individual the chance to participate in the long-term value they help create within the business. A Structured Start You won't simply be handed a sales target and left to figure things out. Your first six months will include a structured onboarding and development programme covering: - Introduction to the leadership and wider business teams. - Understanding the company's strategy, values, culture and technical capabilities. - Reviewing the existing pipeline, active opportunities and historical sales performance. - Understanding lead-generation sources and qualification processes. - Developing an initial 90-day action plan. - Attending live client meetings, presentations and pitches. - Meeting key strategic clients. - Reviewing existing accounts and identifying additional opportunities. - Identifying high-potential target sectors and accounts. - Developing new prospects into a qualified sales pipeline. - Progressively taking ownership of proposals, pricing and negotiations. - Creating a clear sales-development plan for the following six months. The Opportunity This is an opportunity to join a business where business development genuinely influences the direction of the company . You will have the autonomy to develop your own network, target new sectors, build strategic relationships and create opportunities, while having the technical and operational support required to successfully convert them. For an ambitious BMS / Smart Buildings sales professional looking for greater responsibility, influence and long-term career progression , this is an opportunity worth exploring.

Back End Developer 500- 540 per day Outside IR35 Java Spring Boot Secure Microservices Location London (MOD site) Working Pattern 4 days per week onsite Clearance Current DV Security Clearance required Background MOD / Defence experience required The Opportunity We're looking for an experienced Back End Developer to help build the core services behind a next-generation Defence Intelligence platform. You'll develop secure, scalable microservices and APIs that support mission-critical operational workflows, working within a highly secure environment alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the delivery of innovative digital capabilities supporting Defence operations. About the Programme This programme is delivering an AI-enabled Defence Intelligence capability designed to improve visibility of operational data, streamline complex workflows and support faster, more informed decision-making. Working as part of an agile delivery team, you'll help develop secure, cloud-native services that integrate with existing Defence platforms while following modern engineering and DevSecOps practices. Key Responsibilities - Design, develop and maintain Java-based microservices. - Build secure RESTful APIs supporting workflow, metadata, document management and integration services. - Develop workflow integrations using orchestration technologies where required. - Integrate with enterprise data sources, identity services and existing Defence systems. - Design and develop scalable persistence layers using SQL and NoSQL databases. - Contribute to cloud-native deployments, containerisation and CI/CD pipelines. - Implement secure coding practices, logging, monitoring and audit capabilities. - Participate in technical design sessions, code reviews and agile ceremonies. Essential Skills & Experience - Proven software development experience within MOD, Defence, National Security or similarly secure environments. - Strong commercial Java development experience. - Expertise with Spring Boot. - Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs. - Strong SQL and NoSQL database experience. - Experience with Docker, Kubernetes or other container technologies. - Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices. - Experience developing secure, scalable and maintainable backend services. Desirable Experience - Experience with Camunda 8, Zeebe, BPMN or other workflow orchestration platforms. - OpenSearch or Elasticsearch. - MongoDB, Microsoft SQL Server, Amazon RDS or hybrid data architectures. - AWS, MODCloud, Tanzu, EKS or other cloud-native platforms. - Event-driven architectures and asynchronous messaging. - Istio, mTLS or service mesh technologies. - Knowledge of semantic search, knowledge graphs or ontology-based solutions. Mandatory Requirements - Current DV Security Clearance. - Ability to work onsite at an MOD location in London four days per week. - Previous experience delivering within MOD, Defence, Defence Intelligence, Strategic Command or wider National Security organisations. - Comfortable working with OFFICIAL-SENSITIVE and classified material where authorised. Ways of Working - Agile delivery within a multidisciplinary engineering team. - Close collaboration with Defence stakeholders, Product, Delivery and Engineering teams. - Secure-by-design approach with a strong focus on audit, traceability, resilience and assurance. - Building high-quality, maintainable services that support critical operational capabilities. What We're Looking For We're interested in Back End Developers who can demonstrate: - Successful delivery of secure software solutions within MOD or Defence environments. - Strong experience designing robust, scalable backend services and APIs. - Excellent collaboration and communication skills across technical and non-technical teams. - A practical understanding of agile delivery and modern software engineering practices. - Awareness of secure system delivery, accreditation considerations and operational governance. Rate: 500- 540 per day (Outside IR35) Location: London (4 days onsite) Clearance: Current DV Security Clearance required

Full Stack Developer 500- 540 per day Outside IR35 Java Spring Boot React TypeScript Secure Digital Platforms Location London (MOD site) Working Pattern 4 days per week onsite Clearance Current DV Security Clearance required Background MOD / Defence / National Security experience required The Opportunity We're looking for an experienced Full Stack Developer to help build and deliver secure, modern digital capabilities within a Defence environment. You'll work across both frontend and backend development, contributing to scalable services, APIs and intuitive user interfaces. Working closely with UX Designers, Product, Engineering and Defence stakeholders, you'll help turn complex operational requirements into reliable, user-focused technology. This is an excellent opportunity for a Full Stack Developer who enjoys working across the technology stack and wants to contribute to high-profile, mission-critical digital programmes within a highly secure environment. About the Programme The programme is delivering a next-generation Defence Intelligence capability designed to improve visibility of operational information, streamline workflows, reduce administrative burden and support faster, more informed decision-making. The development environment combines modern frontend technologies, secure backend services, cloud-native engineering and integration with existing Defence systems. As a Full Stack Developer, you'll have the opportunity to contribute across the complete application lifecycle, from technical design and development through to testing, deployment and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities - Design, develop and maintain secure full stack applications using Java, Spring Boot, React and TypeScript. - Develop scalable backend services and secure RESTful APIs. - Build intuitive, accessible and responsive frontend applications. - Develop reusable frontend components aligned with established design system principles. - Integrate frontend applications with backend APIs, workflow services and identity/access mechanisms. - Design and implement data persistence using SQL and NoSQL technologies. - Develop integrations with enterprise data sources and existing Defence systems. - Contribute to cloud-native deployment, containerisation and CI/CD pipelines. - Implement secure coding practices, logging, monitoring and audit capabilities. - Write automated tests across frontend and backend components. - Participate in technical design workshops, code reviews and agile ceremonies. - Work closely with UX Designers, Product, Engineering and Defence stakeholders. - Support continuous improvement of application performance, usability, reliability and security. Essential Skills & Experience - Proven full stack development experience within MOD, Defence, National Security or similarly secure environments. - Strong Java development experience. - Strong Spring Boot experience. - Strong React and TypeScript development experience. - Experience designing and developing RESTful APIs. - Experience with SQL and/or NoSQL databases. - Experience building responsive, accessible and maintainable user interfaces. - Experience with Git and modern software development practices. - Experience with Docker, Kubernetes or other container technologies. - Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps practices. - Experience working within agile, multidisciplinary delivery teams. - Strong understanding of secure software development and scalable application architecture. Desirable Experience - Experience with workflow orchestration technologies such as Camunda, Zeebe or BPMN. - Experience with OpenSearch or Elasticsearch. - Experience with MongoDB, Microsoft SQL Server, Amazon RDS or similar database technologies. - Experience working with AWS, MODCloud, Tanzu, EKS or other cloud-native environments. - Experience with event-driven architectures and asynchronous messaging. - Experience with secure authentication, identity management and role-based access control. - Experience with Istio, mTLS or service mesh technologies. - Experience developing applications for classified or highly regulated environments. - Experience integrating search, semantic or knowledge-based capabilities. - Figma experience or close collaboration with UX and design teams. Mandatory Requirements - Current DV Security Clearance. - Ability to work onsite at an MOD location in London four days per week. - Previous experience delivering within MOD, Defence, Defence Intelligence, Strategic Command or wider National Security organisations. - Comfortable working with OFFICIAL-SENSITIVE and classified material where authorised. Ways of Working - Agile delivery within a multidisciplinary engineering team. - Close collaboration with Defence stakeholders, Product, Delivery, UX and Engineering colleagues. - Secure-by-design approach with a strong focus on audit, traceability, access control and assurance. - Collaborative approach to technical design, development, testing and continuous improvement. - Practical focus on delivering reliable, maintainable and user-focused technology. What We're Looking For We're interested in Full Stack Developers who can demonstrate: - Successful delivery of secure software solutions within MOD or Defence environments. - Strong hands-on experience across both frontend and backend development. - The ability to design and develop robust APIs, services and user interfaces. - Strong understanding of modern software engineering and cloud-native development. - Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders. - A practical understanding of agile delivery and multidisciplinary team working. - Awareness of secure system delivery, accreditation considerations and operational governance. Rate: 500- 540 per day (Outside IR35) Location: London (4 days onsite) Clearance: Current DV Security Clearance required

UX Designer 500- 540 per day Outside IR35 User-Centred Design Defence Intelligence Workflows Location London (MOD site) Working Pattern 4 days per week onsite Clearance Current DV Security Clearance required Background MOD / Defence experience required The Opportunity We're looking for an experienced UX Designer to help shape the user experience for a next-generation Defence Intelligence platform. You'll work on complex, mission-critical systems that support operational decision-making, designing intuitive user experiences that simplify complex workflows while maintaining security, traceability and user trust. This is an opportunity to work alongside multidisciplinary teams delivering innovative digital capabilities within a highly secure environment. About the Programme This programme is delivering an AI-enabled Defence Intelligence capability designed to improve visibility of operational data, streamline workflows and support faster, more informed decision-making. Working within an agile delivery team, you'll help create user-centred experiences that integrate with existing Defence systems while supporting secure, cloud-native delivery and modern digital practices. Key Responsibilities - Conduct user research with operational users, analysts, task managers and key stakeholders. - Facilitate workshops to understand current and future operational workflows. - Create user journeys, service blueprints, wireframes and interactive prototypes. - Design intuitive workflows supporting task management, collaboration, information sharing and feedback. - Collaborate closely with frontend and backend engineers to ensure designs are practical and deliverable. - Develop and maintain consistent design patterns and component libraries. - Support user testing, gather feedback and continuously improve designs. - Translate complex operational requirements into clear, accessible user experiences. Essential Skills & Experience - Proven UX design experience within MOD, Defence, National Security or similarly secure environments. - Strong user-centred design capability, including user research, synthesis, interaction design and prototyping. - Experience working confidently with military, civilian and technical stakeholders. - Advanced proficiency in Figma or equivalent collaborative design tools. - Experience designing workflow-driven applications, dashboards or operational systems. - Strong understanding of accessibility, usability and inclusive design principles. - Experience working within agile, multidisciplinary delivery teams. Desirable Experience - Service Design experience within complex organisations. - Human-centred design for secure or regulated environments. - Experience designing intelligence, command-and-control or case management systems. - Experience designing AI-assisted user experiences, explainability features and human-in-the-loop workflows. - Experience developing design systems and reusable component libraries. - Knowledge of classified or accredited system delivery. Mandatory Requirements - Current DV Security Clearance. - Ability to work onsite at an MOD location in London four days per week. - Previous experience delivering within MOD, Defence, Defence Intelligence, Strategic Command or wider National Security organisations. - Comfortable working with OFFICIAL-SENSITIVE and classified material where authorised. Ways of Working - Agile delivery within a multidisciplinary team. - Close collaboration with Defence stakeholders, Product, Delivery and Engineering teams. - Secure-by-design approach with consideration for audit, traceability, access control and assurance. - Focus on improving user experience while maintaining operational accountability and governance. What We're Looking For We're interested in UX Designers who can demonstrate: - Successful delivery within secure MOD or Defence environments. - The ability to transform complex operational processes into intuitive user experiences. - Strong collaboration across technical and non-technical stakeholders. - A practical understanding of agile delivery and user-centred design. - Awareness of secure system delivery, accreditation considerations and operational governance. Rate: 500- 540 per day (Outside IR35) Location: London (4 days onsite) Clearance: Current DV Security Clearance required

JOB TITLE: DevOps Engineer - DV Cleared Rate: 550- 600/day (Outside IR35) Location: Onsite Clearance: DV Cleared (Mandatory) Flexible Work Option: Condensed working week (e.g., 3 long days, paid for 5) Job Summary We are seeking a technically skilled DevOps & Software Engineer with DV clearance to contribute across the full software development lifecycle and DevOps toolchain. You will design, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, and automated CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code (IaC), and system monitoring frameworks to support the continuous delivery of secure and reliable software. This role demands a strong grasp of modern DevOps practices, cloud and container technologies, automation tooling, and software engineering principles. You will work closely with development, security, and operations teams to drive a culture of DevSecOps and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities - Design, build, and maintain scalable CI/CD pipelines using modern DevOps tooling. - Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) to provision and manage cloud/on-prem infrastructure. - Manage container orchestration platforms and develop containerized solutions. - Monitor systems and applications for availability, performance, and security compliance. - Automate operational tasks including testing, deployment, patching, and scaling. - Apply DevSecOps principles to secure applications and infrastructure across SDLC. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams (developers, testers, security analysts) to streamline software delivery. - Participate in code reviews, architecture design, and incident resolution. - Contribute to the development and documentation of internal DevOps standards and best practices. - Mentor junior engineers and foster a DevOps-first mindset within delivery teams. DevOps & Tooling Proficiency (Preferred) Category Tools & Technologies CI/CD GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, CircleCI, Azure DevOps Pipelines Infrastructure-as-Code Terraform, Ansible, AWS CloudFormation, Pulumi Cloud Platforms AWS, Azure, GCP, or private cloud (OpenStack) Containerization Docker, Podman Orchestration Kubernetes (EKS, AKS, GKE), Helm, OpenShift Version Control Git, GitLab, Bitbucket Monitoring & Logging Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Splunk, Datadog Security & Compliance HashiCorp Vault, Snyk, SonarQube, Trivy, AWS IAM, CIS Benchmarks Configuration Mgmt. Ansible, Puppet, Chef Build Tools Maven, Gradle, NPM, Webpack Testing Tools Selenium, JUnit, Postman, Cypress Other Nexus/Artifactory (artifact repositories), REST APIs, JSON/YAML, Linux system admin

Front End Developer 500- 540 per day Outside IR35 React TypeScript Secure, Analyst-Facing Applications Location London (MOD site) Working Pattern 4 days per week onsite Clearance Current DV Security Clearance required Background MOD / Defence / National Security experience required The Opportunity We're looking for an experienced Front End Developer to build intuitive, secure and role-aware interfaces for a next-generation Defence Intelligence platform. You'll work closely with UX Designers, Back End Developers and wider delivery teams to turn complex operational requirements into accessible, maintainable and high-performing applications that improve visibility, streamline workflows and support users in a mission-critical environment. This is an excellent opportunity to work on modern digital capabilities within a highly secure Defence environment. About the Programme This programme is delivering an AI-enabled Defence Intelligence capability designed to improve visibility of operational information, reduce administrative burden and support faster, more informed decision-making. As part of an agile, multidisciplinary team, you'll help deliver modern frontend applications that integrate with secure backend services and existing Defence platforms. Key Responsibilities - Develop and maintain frontend applications using React and TypeScript. - Build reusable UI components aligned with a coherent design system and component library. - Work closely with UX Designers to translate user journeys, wireframes and prototypes into production-ready interfaces. - Integrate frontend applications with REST APIs, workflow services and identity/access mechanisms. - Develop role-aware dashboards, task views, status tracking and operational work queues. - Apply accessibility, responsive design and usability best practices. - Participate in agile ceremonies, sprint delivery, demonstrations and user feedback sessions. - Contribute to frontend testing, quality assurance and continuous improvement. Essential Skills & Experience - Demonstrable experience delivering software within MOD, Defence, National Security or similarly secure environments. - Strong commercial React development experience. - Strong TypeScript capability. - Experience consuming REST APIs and collaborating closely with backend engineering teams. - Experience building responsive, accessible and maintainable user interfaces. - Good understanding of component-based development and design system principles. - Experience using Git within agile delivery environments. Desirable Experience - Experience working with Figma and modern UX/design workflows. - Experience with Material UI, (url removed) Design System, MOD design patterns or equivalent component frameworks. - Experience developing workflow-driven applications. - Experience implementing secure authentication and role-based access control. - Experience developing search-led user interfaces. - Experience supporting applications deployed in classified or highly regulated environments. Mandatory Requirements - Current DV Security Clearance. - Ability to work onsite at an MOD location in London four days per week. - Previous experience delivering within MOD, Defence, Defence Intelligence, Strategic Command or wider National Security organisations. - Comfortable working with OFFICIAL-SENSITIVE and classified material where authorised. Ways of Working - Agile delivery within a multidisciplinary team. - Close collaboration with Defence stakeholders, Product, Delivery, UX and Engineering teams. - Secure-by-design approach with a strong focus on audit, traceability, access control and assurance. - Practical focus on creating intuitive, reliable applications while maintaining operational accountability. What We're Looking For We're interested in Front End Developers who can demonstrate: - Successful delivery within secure MOD or Defence environments. - Strong React and TypeScript development experience. - The ability to turn complex UX requirements into accessible, maintainable and intuitive interfaces. - Excellent communication skills across technical and non-technical stakeholders. - A practical understanding of agile delivery and modern frontend engineering. - Awareness of secure system delivery, accreditation considerations and operational governance. Rate: 500- 540 per day (Outside IR35) Location: London (4 days onsite) Clearance: Current DV Security Clearance required

Virtualisation SME + DV Cleared role + Working out of Corsham + 600 to 675 per day - Inside IR35 + Initially 7 months but will be long term The Role: Deliver hands-on engineering support to the OpNET programme, designing, building, and automating VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) platforms. We are seeking an experienced VMware VCF / Virtualisation Engineer to design, build, automate and support enterprise virtualisation and software-defined infrastructure within a secure/regulated environment. Key Responsibilities - Design, deploy and manage VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) platforms. - Implement and support vSphere, ESXi, vCenter, NSX, vSAN, VCF Operations, VPC and VKS . - Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and API-driven automation using Terraform, Ansible, PowerCLI or SaltStack . - Support platform lifecycle activities including builds, upgrades, patching, scaling and operational handover. - Integrate virtualisation platforms with enterprise networking, DNS, identity and DevOps/CI/CD services. - Translate architecture designs into secure, automated and deployable solutions. - Produce LLDs, build guides and operational runbooks . - Support integration, testing, troubleshooting and continuous improvement. - Ensure solutions follow secure-by-design, hardening and organisational security standards . Essential Skills - Strong VMware experience across vSphere, ESXi and vCenter . - Proven experience with VMware Cloud Foundation and SDDC technologies . - Strong automation and Infrastructure as Code experience. - Experience with Terraform, Ansible, PowerCLI or similar . - Knowledge of enterprise networking and services including DNS and load balancing . - Experience integrating platforms with DevOps and CI/CD toolchains . - Experience working in secure or regulated environments . - Strong technical documentation, troubleshooting and communication skills. Desirable - Kubernetes / VKS experience. - Hybrid cloud and multi-platform environments. - GitOps and IaC best practices. - Backup, disaster recovery and resilience. - Agile delivery / Atlassian tools. - VMware certifications such as VCP, VCAP or VCF Specialist .

Data Engineer Telford / Hybrid - 2 days per week onsite 465 per day inside IR35 6 months SC clearance eligible We are currently looking for an experienced Data Engineer to join a major public sector programme in Telford. The role sits within a Data Acquisition Team , responsible for ingesting, integrating and transforming data from a wide range of sources into a strategic SAS-based platform. The data supports high-impact programmes across HMRC, including Making Tax Digital (MTD) , Income Tax Self Assessment (ITSA) and risk-based initiatives. Essential: Pentaho, Talend or Denodo You must have hands-on commercial experience with at least ONE of the following: - Pentaho - Talend - Denodo Experience with more than one would be highly advantageous. We are particularly interested in Data Engineers who have worked extensively with ETL, data integration, data virtualisation and complex data pipelines . Key Responsibilities - Design, develop and deploy data integration and transformation solutions. - Build and maintain scalable data pipelines and services. - Work with technologies including Pentaho, Talend, Denodo and SAS . - Develop efficient SQL queries and data models. - Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to understand requirements and deliver robust data solutions. - Work within an Agile/Scrum delivery environment. - Implement DevOps and CI/CD practices across data engineering solutions. - Troubleshoot complex data issues and resolve performance bottlenecks. - Ensure data quality, governance and security requirements are maintained. - Contribute to automated testing and deployment. - Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing to other members of the team. Essential Skills & Experience - Strong commercial experience in Data Engineering / Data Integration . - Hands-on experience with at least one of: Pentaho, Talend or Denodo - ESSENTIAL. - Strong SQL skills. - Experience designing and developing ETL/data integration pipelines . - Good understanding of data modelling and database technologies. - Experience working in Agile/Scrum environments. - Understanding of DevOps and CI/CD practices. - Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. - Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Desirable - Experience with multiple technologies from Pentaho, Talend, Denodo and SAS . - Experience with SAS for data processing, analytics or reporting. - Jenkins, Git, Docker and/or Kubernetes experience. - Experience with automated testing and deployment. - Previous experience working on government or large-scale public sector programmes . - Experience working with sensitive or regulated data. - Previous technical leadership or mentoring experience. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for a Data Engineer to work on a large-scale, business-critical data platform supporting major government programmes. If you have strong Pentaho, Talend or Denodo experience and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd be keen to hear from you. Please note: Experience with at least ONE of Pentaho, Talend or Denodo is essential for this position.

2nd Line Storage Engineer Onsite in Stevenage 40,000 - 46,000 per annum Security clearance required Are you an experienced Storage, Backup or Infrastructure Engineer looking for your next opportunity within a secure, enterprise-scale environment? We're looking for a 2nd Line Backup & Storage Engineer to join an established team of 2nd and 3rd Line engineers, supporting a high-profile customer environment across multiple data centres. This is a hands-on infrastructure role where you'll be responsible for the support, administration and development of enterprise storage and backup platforms , while working closely with customers, stakeholders and wider technical teams. The Role You'll be responsible for maintaining the availability, performance and resilience of large-scale storage and backup environments across three data centre sites . Your day-to-day responsibilities will include: - Providing 2nd Line support across enterprise storage and backup environments. - Supporting and administering NetApp storage and Cohesity backup platforms. - Investigating and resolving incidents, service requests and problem tickets within agreed SLAs. - Handling Severity 1 & 2 incidents and contributing to Root Cause Analysis. - Administering NAS and SAN environments. - Supporting VMware integration with NetApp . - Configuring and troubleshooting storage fabric switches and SAN zoning. - Monitoring storage capacity, performance, availability and resilience. - Identifying potential risks and implementing appropriate remedial actions. - Planning and carrying out storage software and firmware upgrades. - Installing and commissioning new storage and backup hardware. - Raising and presenting Change Requests in accordance with established change processes. - Maintaining technical documentation and working procedures. - Supporting continuous service improvement initiatives. - Sharing knowledge and technical expertise with other members of the team. What We're Looking For We're particularly interested in candidates with experience across: - NetApp storage in an enterprise environment. - NetApp storage hardware. - NAS / SAN technologies and principles. - VMware integration with NetApp . - Enterprise backup environments. - Storage troubleshooting and incident resolution. - IT Service Management / ITIL environments. - Managing P1/P2 incidents and contributing to RCA. - Working to defined SLAs and KPIs. - Change and release management. Cohesity , SAN fabric switching, zoning, storage upgrades and multi-data-centre experience would be highly advantageous. If this role is of interest, apply now or email your CV to me at (url removed)

Global Financial Services organisation is hiring for an experienced Operational Resilience Consultant to join their team based in London. This is a permanent role with a hybrid working pattern of 3-4 days per week in the City office. Salary ranges between 55K - 63K (depending on experience) + Bonus and Benefits. You will be working with UK Banking, Insurance and Financial Services clients, helping them build and enhance robust Operational Resilience frameworks and meet regulatory requirements. Responsibilities: Deliver Operational Resilience programmes across Financial Services. Identify Important Business Services (IBS), impact tolerances and critical dependencies. Lead service mapping, resilience assessments and scenario testing. Develop governance frameworks, policies, MI and remediation plans. Support FCA/PRA regulatory reviews, audits and assurance activity. Embed resilience across Operational Risk, Business Continuity, Technology, Cyber and Third-Party Risk. Engage and influence senior stakeholders and facilitate client workshops. Skills and Experience: 5-8 years experience in Operational Resilience / Operational Risk / Business Continuity / Risk Consulting. Strong hands-on experience with FCA/PRA Operational Resilience requirements. Knowledge of IBS, impact tolerances, service mapping and scenario testing. Financial Services experience, ideally across Banking and/or Insurance. Strong stakeholder management and consulting skills. Experience with BCP, Disaster Recovery and Third-Party Risk. DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act) Please apply for immediate interview! CBSbutler is operating and advertising as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for interim / contract / temporary positions. CBSbutler is an Equal Opportunities employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

We are looking for an organised and detail-oriented Administrator to join our team on a 8-12 week temporary contract, supporting a large-scale customer administration programme in Worthing. This role requires accuracy, organisation and excellent customer service. You'll work as part of a supportive team, ensuring requests are processed efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality. Key Responsibilities include: - Process instructions accurately and within agreed timescales. - Review and check customer documentation, ensuring all information is complete and correct. - Identify missing or incorrect information and resolve queries where required. - Contact customers by telephone to obtain additional information or clarify requests. - Update customer records and maintain accurate data across internal systems. - Prepare and process incoming and outgoing correspondence. - Support the team with a variety of administrative tasks, including document handling, mail preparation and record management. About You We're looking for someone who has: - Previous administration experience in a busy office environment. - Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. - Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload. - Confident communication skills, both written and verbal - A professional and friendly telephone manner. - Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook and Excel. - A proactive, reliable and team-focused approach. Experience within financial services or another regulated environment would be an advantage but is not essential. Interested applicants should apply here. All candidates will be subject to pre contract screening.

Security Architect + DV Cleared position + Initial 7 month contract but should be long term + 500 to 555 per day Inside IR35 + Corsham or Erskine based An experienced Security Architect and Subject Matter Expert (SME) is required to support the design, build, and assurance of Backend Platform and endpoint protection and vulnerability management capabilities within secure, offline (air-gapped) environments . The Architect must apply the NIST Cybersecurity Framework and MoD security policies to the backend platform, while supporting the Security and Infrastructure teams in designing and implementing security controls across the infrastructure and end-user endpoints. The role will provide specialist expertise in the delivery of Security controls, AntiVirus and Vulnerability Management platforms in support of a UK Government secure account . The successful candidate will operate within high-assurance environments , ensuring compliance with MOD security policies and national cyber security standards , while engaging directly with stakeholders across customer sites. Key Responsibilities - Design and implement endpoint security solutions, including AntiVirus/EDR, vulnerability management, and platform security controls. - Deliver secure solutions for air-gapped environments, including patching, signature updates, and secure data transfer. - Ensure compliance with MOD, NCSC, JSP and NIST security standards. - Develop vulnerability management processes, security assurance activities, and accreditation documentation. - Produce HLDs, LLDs, security documentation, SOPs, and penetration testing scope. - Collaborate with infrastructure and security teams to deliver secure, compliant solutions. Skills & Experience - Proven Security Architect or senior Security SME experience within Defence or other regulated environments. - Strong knowledge of endpoint security, EDR, vulnerability management, and platform hardening. - Experience designing secure solutions for offline/air-gapped networks. - Excellent understanding of MOD security policies, NCSC guidance, JSP 440/604, Secure by Design, and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. - Experience supporting security assurance, risk management, and accreditation activities. - Strong stakeholder engagement and technical documentation skills. Desirable - Defence or Aerospace sector experience. - Experience working within classified or high-assurance environments. - Incident response and secure network experience.

IT Support Engineer + SC Cleared role + Based onsite in Edinburgh - looking for local candidates + Paying 200- 220 per day + 5 month initial contract + potential extensions The role: Provide on-site and remote technical support for end-user computing devices, workplace technologies, and associated IT services. The role is responsible for troubleshooting hardware and software issues, assisting users, maintaining IT equipment, and ensuring excellent customer service while adhering to service level agreements - Device build and roll out - Assist users in day-to-day troubleshooting - Maintain IT Equipment - Both software and hardware troubleshooting - Onsite datacenter assistance hands and eyes Essential knowledge: - 1-2 years' experience in an IT support or technical support role. - Knowledge of Microsoft Windows 10/11. - Familiarity with Microsoft 365 applications. - Basic understanding of networking concepts (LAN, WAN, TCP/IP). - Basic Active Directory experience. - Experience supporting desktop and laptop hardware. - Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. - Good verbal and written communication skills. - Customer-focused approach. - SC Clearance Desirable - ITIL Foundation certification. - CompTIA A+ certification. - Microsoft Fundamentals certification. - Experience with ServiceNow or similar ITSM platforms. Mobile device support experience.

DevOps Engineer - Linux months + +On site in Hampshire +Outside IR35 + 600 - 700 a day +DV cleared role - current active clearance is essential +Sole British national only - due to the nature of the project We are seeking an experienced DV Cleared DevOps Engineer to join a high-profile defence programme, supporting the delivery and operation of secure, mission-critical infrastructure. This is a hands-on role for an engineer with strong Linux administration skills and a solid DevOps background, working within highly secure environments. Key Responsibilities - Build, automate and maintain secure Linux-based environments. - Develop and support CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure automation. - Administer and troubleshoot Linux servers and associated services. - Deploy and manage containerised applications. - Work closely with infrastructure, software and security teams to deliver resilient platforms. - Monitor, maintain and optimise system performance and availability. Essential Skills - Active DV Clearance . - Strong Linux administration experience (RHEL/CentOS/Ubuntu). - DevOps tooling including Jenkins, Git, GitLab or Azure DevOps. - Infrastructure as Code using Terraform and/or Ansible. - Docker and Kubernetes/OpenShift. - Bash and/or Python scripting. - Experience with version control (Git). - Knowledge of networking, system hardening and security best practices. If you'd like to discuss this DevOps Engineer role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

DevOps Architect +9 months + +DV cleared +Hybrid 2 days a week on site in Corsham +Inside IR35 + 650 - 700 a day We're looking for an experienced DevOps Architect to join a high-profile UK Government programme, designing and delivering secure DevOps platforms within highly secure, air-gapped environments. This is an opportunity to play a key role in shaping the DevOps capability that underpins critical national infrastructure, working with modern tooling and providing technical leadership across architecture, automation and platform assurance. The Role You'll lead the design, implementation and ongoing assurance of secure DevOps tooling, ensuring solutions meet stringent security and accreditation standards while enabling efficient software delivery in disconnected environments. Key Responsibilities - Architect and implement secure DevOps platforms using GitLab, Jira, Confluence and Ansible - Design integrated CI/CD solutions for air-gapped environments - Develop secure software promotion, patching and update processes - Define toolchain integration and automation strategies - Champion Infrastructure as Code, automation and DevOps best practices - Produce High-Level and Low-Level Designs (HLDs/LLDs), operational documentation and security artefacts - Conduct technical design reviews, security assurance and compliance activities - Support platform optimisation, troubleshooting and stakeholder engagement across secure customer sites Essential Skills - Active DV Clearance - Proven experience as a DevOps Architect or Senior DevOps Engineer within secure or regulated environments - Strong expertise with: - GitLab (CI/CD, repositories, runners and security) - Jira - Confluence - Ansible - VMware technologies - Experience designing and supporting DevOps platforms in offline/air-gapped environments - Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code, configuration management and automation - Experience producing HLDs, LLDs, SOPs, runbooks and security documentation - Scripting experience with Bash, Python and Ansible YAML - Knowledge of secure build and release management, access control and audit requirements - Experience supporting security accreditation and assurance activities If you'd like to discuss this DevOps Architect role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Job Title: BeyondTrust SME Privileged Access Management (PAM) Specialist Location: Manchester Rate: 524.50 per day (Inside IR35) Contract Duration: 3 months+ contract BPSS clearance eligibility required Are you a BeyondTrust specialist with hands-on experience supporting enterprise Privileged Access Management (PAM) environments? We are looking for 2 experienced BeyondTrust SMEs to join a critical transition and service stabilisation programme, supporting the administration, troubleshooting and operational support of a secure PAM platform. This is an opportunity to work on a high-profile enterprise environment where your expertise will help shape secure privileged access operations and support knowledge transfer into a BAU team. - Key experience required: 2-3+ years hands-on BeyondTrust administration experience BeyondTrust Password Safe, PRA & Endpoint Privilege Management (EPM) Strong Active Directory administration skills Microsoft Entra ID / Azure AD experience Group Policy configuration & troubleshooting SAML, SSO, MFA & RBAC knowledge Experience supporting secure enterprise production environments Desirable: Financial services or regulated environment experience Service transition / knowledge transfer experience ITIL operational support exposure If you're a PAM engineer who knows BeyondTrust inside out and are available for an onsite contract opportunity, I'd like to hear from you. If you are interested in this role or wish to apply, please feel free to submit your CV.

Technical Delivery Manager Location: Central London (4 days on-site / 1 day remote) Salary: 60,000 - 70,000 per annum + Annual Bonus Employment Type: Permanent Clearance Requirement: Active DV Clearance (Sole UK Nationals only) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Technical Delivery Manager to join a pioneering team working on one of the UK's most significant AI initiatives within the Defence sector. In this role, you will be pivotal in driving the delivery of mission-critical systems built on a cutting-edge technical stack. Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams, product managers, and key stakeholders, you will ensure complex, high-stakes software solutions are delivered predictably, securely, and at pace. Key Responsibilities - Technical Delivery & Agile Leadership: Lead agile delivery across multiple engineering workstreams, driving sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, and retrospectives. - Architecture & Engineering Alignment: Partner with senior developers and architects to translate complex requirements into actionable technical roadmaps and deliverable epics. - Stakeholder Management: Act as the primary bridge between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders, providing clear progress reporting, dependency tracking, and risk management. - Unblocking Engineering: Proactively identify and eliminate technical blockers, delivery bottlenecks, and operational friction to maintain continuous engineering velocity. - Governance & Delivery Assurance: Ensure all delivery aligns with rigorous defence security standards, compliance requirements, and robust software engineering practices. Key Tech Stack & Environment You will oversee delivery within a high-performing environment utilizing: - Languages & Frameworks: Python, React - Data & Analytics Platforms: Palantir, MongoDB - Cloud & Infrastructure: AWS, Azure, VMware, Kubernetes What We Are Looking For - Active DV Clearance: Must hold valid Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance and be a Sole UK National due to national security operational requirements. - Proven Delivery Track Record: Solid experience managing end-to-end technical delivery in complex, high-security, or defence-related environments. - Strong Agile Background: Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) applied to software engineering and data/AI projects. - Technical Literacy: Comfort conversing at a deep level with software engineers and cloud/data architects working on modern cloud-native architecture (AWS/Azure/K8s/Python). - Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication, with the ability to convey technical complexity to senior stakeholders clearly. Benefits & Package - Competitive salary ( 60,000 - 70,000 depending on experience) - Discretionary annual performance bonus - Generous pension contribution - 25 days annual leave + bank holidays - Hybrid working model (4 days Central London office / 1 day WFH) - Unrivalled career exposure contributing directly to national-level defence AI capabilities

Job Title: Front End Developer (React) Location: Telford/Hybrid (2 days per week on site) Duration: 6 Months Rate: Up to 605 per day inside ir35 Clearance: BPSS Required An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Front End Developer (React) to join a major UK Public Sector digital transformation programme. You'll play a key role in delivering modern, user-centric applications that support critical public services, working within a collaborative Agile team alongside UI/UX specialists and back-end developers. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-profile digital services used across the public sector while working on modern front-end technologies. Key Responsibilities - Develop and maintain responsive, high-quality web applications using React. - Work closely with UI/UX designers to translate designs into intuitive user interfaces. - Build reusable components and front-end libraries for future use. - Write clean, maintainable and well-tested JavaScript code. - Collaborate with cross-functional Agile teams to deliver new features and enhancements. - Participate in code reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Essential Skills & Experience - Strong commercial experience developing front-end applications using ReactJS . - Excellent knowledge of JavaScript (ES6+) . - Experience working closely with UI/UX designers to deliver pixel-perfect interfaces. - Experience developing responsive, accessible web applications. - Understanding of modern front-end development best practices. - Experience working within Agile delivery environments. If you are interested in this role or wish to apply, please feel free to submit your CV

DevOps Engineer Remote - occasional travel to Croydon 6 months initial contract 500 per day inside ir35 Active SC clearance required Are you an experienced DevOps Engineer looking to work on a large-scale cloud transformation programme within the public sector? We're looking for a talented engineer to join a highly skilled delivery team responsible for building and maintaining secure, cloud-native infrastructure supporting critical national services. This is an excellent opportunity to work with modern DevOps practices, container platforms and identity technologies in a collaborative, fast-paced environment. What you'll be doing As a Senior DevOps Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing, automating and supporting cloud infrastructure while helping to drive continuous improvement across the development lifecycle. You'll work closely with engineers, architects and security teams to deliver resilient, scalable platforms that enable the rapid delivery of secure applications. Your responsibilities will include: - Building and supporting cloud-native infrastructure - Developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines - Managing Kubernetes clusters and containerised workloads - Automating deployments and operational processes - Supporting identity and access management solutions - Monitoring, troubleshooting and optimising platform performance - Collaborating with multidisciplinary Agile teams - Contributing to platform reliability, security and continuous improvement What we're looking for You'll have experience with many of the following technologies: - Kubernetes - Docker - GitHub Actions - CI/CD pipelines - Keycloak - Microsoft Entra - MongoDB - PostgreSQL - S3 storage - Karpenter - Cloud platform engineering (ACP/Core Cloud experience desirable) Experience with data migration projects would be advantageous but isn't essential.

Service Delivery Manager Remote - occasional travel to Croydon and other client sites Up to 670 per day inside ir35 Initial 3-month contract (extension likely) Active SC clearance We're looking for an experienced Delivery Manager to join a major government technology transformation programme, helping deliver the next generation of secure law enforcement data services. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in technical cloud delivery , leading multidisciplinary infrastructure teams within complex, highly secure environments. You'll be responsible for coordinating the delivery of critical cloud infrastructure that supports multiple product teams, working alongside DevOps Engineers, Database Administrators, Network Managers, Technical Architects and FinOps specialists to ensure successful programme delivery. What you'll be doing - Leading the delivery of a highly skilled technical infrastructure team - Managing delivery plans, risks, issues and dependencies across multiple workstreams - Providing clear progress updates to both technical and senior business stakeholders - Facilitating Agile ceremonies including daily stand-ups and sprint planning - Maintaining visibility of technical environments and their utilisation - Tracking environment ownership and supporting governance activities - Coordinating infrastructure readiness for product delivery teams - Supporting environment lifecycle management, including decommissioning where appropriate - Working closely with engineering teams to remove blockers and enable successful delivery What we're looking for - Proven experience as a Delivery Manager leading technical cloud infrastructure projects - Experience managing multidisciplinary technical teams including DevOps, Infrastructure, Networks, Database Administration and Architecture - Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies - Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills - Experience reporting to both technical and non-technical audiences - Ability to manage competing priorities within large-scale transformation programmes - Previous experience delivering projects within secure or regulated environments Desirable - Experience delivering government or public sector technology programmes - Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure - Experience working within highly secure environments - Understanding of infrastructure governance and environment management

Model Based Systems Engineer - Kidderminster Hybrid Working - 45,000 - 55,000 + excellent bens. Digital engineering is transforming how complex products are designed, developed and supported. We're supporting a leading UK defence engineering organisation looking for a Model Based Systems Engineer to play a central role in that transformation. This is an opportunity to move beyond traditional requirements management and help build a modern systems engineering capability that will influence how future products are developed across the entire engineering function. Working closely with the Digital Engineering Manager, you'll help establish and embed Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles across the business. Rather than operating as a standalone systems engineering function, you'll be instrumental in creating an engineering culture where systems thinking becomes part of every engineer's approach. You'll be involved from early concept and technology development through design, qualification, production and in-service support, ensuring requirements are managed effectively throughout the product lifecycle. Key responsibilities include: - Developing and improving the organisation's systems engineering methodology using recognised frameworks such as INCOSE, NASA Systems Engineering Handbook and ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288 & 29148. - Owning and configuring the requirements management and ALM environment, ensuring robust requirements capture, architecture, traceability, baselining and change control. - Developing scalable digital engineering processes that can be proven on development programmes before being deployed across the wider business. - Building end-to-end traceability between customer needs, system requirements and physical product architecture. - Coaching and mentoring engineers to develop systems engineering capability across multidisciplinary teams. - Producing process documentation, training material and practical examples to drive adoption of best practice. - Working alongside design, manufacturing and project teams to ensure systems engineering principles are embedded throughout the development lifecycle. We're looking for engineers who have: - A degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering or a related discipline. - Experience working within complex engineering or product development environments. - A solid understanding of systems engineering principles including requirements management, interface definition, verification & validation, trade studies and the Systems Engineering V-Model. - Experience using ALM or requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS, Codebeamer, Polarion or Jama Connect. - Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to both specialists and non-specialists. - Experience within aerospace, defence or another safety-critical engineering environment would be highly advantageous. This role would suit Systems Engineers, Requirements Engineers, MBSE Engineers or Design Engineers who have developed strong systems engineering experience and want to play a key role in driving digital engineering within a highly advanced engineering organisation. If you're interested in finding out more, or know someone who would be a great fit, please get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Azure Data Engineer 450 to 465 per day Contract Inside IR35 We are looking for an experienced Azure Data Engineer to join a major data transformation programme, delivering modern cloud-based data solutions using the Microsoft Azure platform. You'll play a key role in designing and building scalable data pipelines, supporting enterprise reporting and analytics, and migrating legacy data into a modern Azure Lakehouse environment. Key Responsibilities - Develop and maintain data pipelines using Azure Data Factory, Databricks and Azure Lakehouse. - Design ETL/ELT solutions supporting Bronze, Silver and Gold layers using Medallion Architecture. - Build and optimise data models for Power BI and enterprise reporting. - Support migration of legacy data into Azure cloud services. - Ensure data quality, integrity and governance through automated validation and monitoring. - Optimise data processing performance and troubleshoot production data pipelines. - Collaborate with architecture and governance teams to implement security, metadata and data lineage. - Contribute to CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code, automated testing and DevOps best practices. Essential Skills - Proven experience as an Azure Data Engineer. - Strong Azure Data Factory (ADF) and Azure Databricks experience. - Experience building ETL/ELT pipelines within Azure Lakehouse environments. - Knowledge of Medallion Architecture and Delta Lake. - Strong SQL and Python skills. - Experience with Power BI datasets and data modelling. - Familiarity with Azure DevOps, Git, CI/CD and Infrastructure as Code. - Understanding of data governance, security and cloud best practices. Skills: - Azure - Data Engineering - Data Engineering - Databricks - Data Analysis This is an excellent opportunity to join a large-scale cloud transformation programme working with modern Azure technologies in a collaborative, agile environment.

VMware Architect - DV Cleared Location: South West (100% On-site) Contract: Initial 12 Months+ Start: September 2026 Rate: 700 to 720 per day - Inside IR35 We are looking for an experienced VMWare Architect to join a secure programme delivering enterprise infrastructure solutions within a high-security environment. This role requires a hands-on architect with strong experience across VMware, networking, identity management, and secure infrastructure design. Key Responsibilities - Design secure, scalable, and resilient infrastructure solutions. - Produce High and Low Level Designs (HLDs/LLDs) and technical documentation. - Provide technical leadership throughout project delivery. - Architect VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and NSX-T environments. - Design enterprise networking, firewall, routing, and switching solutions. - Provide expertise across Active Directory, ADFS, Windows, and Linux platforms. - Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, and operational standards. Essential Skills - Proven experience as a Technical or Infrastructure Architect. - Strong VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and NSX-T experience. - Enterprise networking, security, firewall, routing, and switching expertise. - Active Directory and ADFS architecture experience. - Windows and Linux infrastructure knowledge. - Excellent stakeholder engagement and documentation skills. Desirable - Hybrid cloud and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) experience. - Knowledge of Zero Trust security principles. Security Requirements Candidates must hold active UKSV DV clearance (transferable).

QA Tester (ITEC Data Exploitation) 386.94 per day Inside ir35 Telford/Hybrid (2 days per week on-site) 6 months Active SC clearance is required for the role I am looking for a hands-on QA Tester to join a high-impact Agile delivery team on a critical Data Exploitation programme. What you'll be doing: Driving functional, system and integration testing across data warehouses, data marts and ETL pipelines. Writing test approaches, building coverage matrices, automating where it counts, and keeping stakeholders in the loop with sharp, honest status reporting. What you'll bring: ISTQB Foundation Strong SQL/Oracle & data migration testing chops Postman, JIRA, Zephyr Scale, GIT AWS exposure ETL & integration testing experience Agile delivery background If you thrive on Risk Based Testing, love turning ambiguous requirements into airtight test scripts, and want to work on data that actually matters - this one's for you.

Infrastructure Tester - DV Cleared Windows & Linux High-Security Environment + Hampshire based role + Full time onsite + 600 to 620 per day + Requires DV Clearance We are looking for an experienced Infrastructure Tester to join a secure, Agile delivery team supporting critical IT infrastructure projects. You'll be responsible for testing and validating Windows and Linux infrastructure, ensuring systems are secure, reliable, and ready for deployment. Key Skills - Infrastructure testing experience across Windows and Linux. - Knowledge of IDAM , PKI , servers, networking, and virtualisation. - Experience with manual testing, defect management, and integration/end-to-end testing. - Agile environment experience (SAFe desirable). - ISTQB Foundation is advantageous. Requirements - Active UKSV DV clearance (MOD DV accepted). - UK national holding a single valid UK passport. This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-profile, secure programmes within a collaborative technical team. Apply now if you're a DV-cleared Infrastructure Tester looking for your next challenge.

SOC Manager/Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes (On-site) Contract Length: 3 Years Rate: 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35) Security Clearance: Current MOD DV Clearance required Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are recruiting for an experienced SOC Manager/Analyst to support a high-profile, mission-critical operational environment on a long-term contract basis. This role combines operational leadership with technical awareness , placing you at the centre of a live Security Operations Centre where you'll maintain situational awareness across multiple domains, coordinate incident response, and ensure effective operational decision-making. You'll act as the operational lead within a fast-paced control room environment, working closely with cyber, network, infrastructure and security teams to maintain service resilience and operational control. Key Responsibilities - Maintain a single operational picture across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. - Monitor live environments and assess alerts and incidents in real time. - Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. - Manage incident prioritisation and escalation in accordance with operational procedures. - Coordinate response activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. - Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. - Maintain accurate operational records, dashboards and shift logs. - Deliver comprehensive operational handovers to ensure continuous situational awareness. Role Profile This is an operational leadership position with a balanced technical focus: - 60% Operational Leadership & Incident Coordination - 40% Technical Awareness & Alert Triage The successful contractor will be comfortable leading operational response, interpreting technical information, asking the right questions, and driving resolution in a live, high-pressure environment. Essential Skills & Experience - Experience working within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . - Strong understanding of SOC and NOC processes, including alert triage and escalation. - Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, dashboards and operational logs. - Knowledge of incident severity, impact assessment and prioritisation. - Proven experience coordinating technical teams during critical incidents. - Excellent communication, stakeholder management and decision-making skills. - Ability to remain calm, organised and decisive in operationally critical environments. Ideal Background We're particularly interested in contractors from backgrounds such as: - SOC Manager or Senior SOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. - Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. - Senior NOC Analyst or Operations Lead within a 24/7 operational environment. - Service Operations Manager supporting secure or mission-critical services. Contract Details - 3-year contract offering long-term programme stability. - 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35). - Full-time, on-site role based in Hounslow Park . - Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment on a nationally significant programme. Mandatory Requirements Due to the sensitive nature of this programme, applicants must : - Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . - Be a sole UK national . - Be available to work full-time on-site in Hounslow Park .

Customer Services Advisor +6 months + the option to go permanently +On site working in Newcastle + 12- 15 ph Skills: +Customer Services experience +Excellent communication skills +Experience resolving customer complaints +Inputting information into databases Our client has a long-established partnership with a Major UK High Street Bank, where they manage their personal lending business. They provide support to customers, calling us with enquiries and requests about their loan account. They are looking for colleagues to join our team of Customer Service Advisors putting our customers at the heart of everything we do every day. What are we looking for in our Customer Service Advisors? - Sociable, helpful and eager to provide excellent customer service to customers. - Able to work in a fast-paced environment, ensuring defined processes are followed. - A good eye for detail, ensuring customer records are kept up to date and are accurate - Keen to take responsibility for managing customer information in line with GDPR Experience of working with computer systems - A Team Player who enjoys collaborating with team mates to deliver that outstanding customer service together, and working together to identify continuous improvement ideas. - And through all this achieve core Key Performance Indicators If you would like to discuss this role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

DV Cleared AI & Palantir Engineers - Graduate to Senior Location: Central London (Hybrid) Salary: 40,000 - 100,000 + Performance Bonus + Excellent Benefits Security Clearance: Active UK DV Clearance Required Shape the Future of National Security & Advanced Technology We're partnering with an innovative organisation delivering cutting-edge technology solutions across some of the UK's most complex and high-impact programmes. We're looking for DV Cleared professionals with experience in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Engineering, Software Engineering, or Palantir Technologies to join a growing team based in Central London . Whether you're a recent graduate with active DV clearance or an experienced Senior Engineer , we'd love to hear from you. We're Looking For You may have experience in one or more of the following: - Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Learning - Generative AI & Large Language Models (LLMs) - Palantir Foundry, Gotham or AIP - Data Engineering & Data Analytics - Software Engineering - Python, Java or similar programming languages - Cloud technologies (AWS, Azure or GCP) - Data integration, modelling and visualisation - Solving complex technical challenges within secure environments What You'll Bring - Active UK Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance (essential) - A passion for solving challenging technical problems - Strong analytical and communication skills - The ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams - A desire to contribute to projects that make a real-world impact What's on Offer - Competitive salary of 40,000 - 100,000 depending on experience - Performance-related bonus - Comprehensive company benefits package - Clear career progression from Graduate through to Senior Engineer - The opportunity to work with industry-leading technologies, including AI and Palantir - Exposure to high-profile, mission-critical programmes - A collaborative, high-performing technical environment Interested? If you hold active UK DV Clearance and have experience with AI, Machine Learning, Palantir Technologies , or related engineering disciplines, we'd love to speak with you. Apply today or get in touch for a confidential discussion to learn more about these exciting opportunities in Central London.

Service Architect +Current DV Clearance is essential +On site in Basingstoke months + +Outside IR35 + 700 - 750 per day We're seeking an experienced Service Architect to join a high-profile Ministry of Defence (MOD) programme on a long-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in designing and delivering secure, resilient, and supportable services within a complex defence environment. Key Responsibilities - Design and develop end-to-end service architecture aligned with business and technical requirements. - Produce service designs that meet operational, security, and supportability standards. - Work closely with technical architects, engineering teams, service management, and stakeholders. - Ensure service transition and operational readiness for new and enhanced services. - Contribute to service governance, risk management, and continual service improvement. - Create and maintain service design documentation, operating models, and support processes. Essential Skills & Experience - Proven experience as a Service Architect within complex enterprise or government environments. - Strong understanding of IT service design and service management principles. - Experience working on secure or defence-related programmes. - Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and translate business requirements into effective service solutions. - Excellent documentation and communication skills. - Active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance is mandatory.

DV Cleared Security Architect 700- 800 per day Outside IR35 Long-Term Contract Hampshire (Full-Time Onsite) We are looking for an experienced DV Cleared Security Architect to join a highly classified defence programme, delivering security architecture across complex secure infrastructure, networks and mission-critical platforms. This is an opportunity to work on a long-term programme at the heart of UK national security, helping to design, assure and accredit secure environments that support critical operational capabilities. The Role As the Security Architect, you will be responsible for defining and assuring security architectures across highly secure IT and network environments. Working alongside infrastructure, network and systems engineering teams, you will ensure solutions are secure by design and compliant with MOD and NCSC security standards. You'll play a key role in security assurance, risk management and accreditation activities throughout the project lifecycle. Responsibilities - Design and develop security architectures for secure infrastructure and network environments. - Produce high and low-level security architecture documentation. - Conduct threat modelling, security risk assessments and vulnerability analysis. - Define security controls aligned to Secure by Design principles. - Support security assurance, accreditation and governance activities. - Work closely with infrastructure, network and engineering teams to embed security throughout delivery. - Ensure compliance with MOD, NCSC and industry security standards. - Provide technical guidance on secure infrastructure, identity, cryptography and boundary protection technologies. Essential Skills & Experience - Proven experience as a Security Architect within Defence, MOD, National Security or other highly secure environments. - Strong understanding of secure infrastructure, network and platform security architectures. - Experience designing and securing enterprise network environments. - Expertise in: - Network segmentation and security zoning - Firewalls, IDS/IPS and boundary protection - PKI, cryptography and key management - Identity & Access Management (IAM) and Privileged Access Management (PAM) - Secure by Design principles - Threat modelling and security risk assessment - Experience producing security architecture artefacts and supporting security accreditation activities. - Good knowledge of: - NCSC guidance - JSP 440 - MOD security policies - Defence assurance frameworks Desirable - CISSP - SABSA - TOGAF - CCP/Security Architecture certifications - Experience working on classified defence or secure government programmes. Security Clearance - Current UK Developed Vetting (DV) clearance is essential. - Due to the nature of the programme, only candidates holding active DV clearance can be considered. Contract Details - 700- 800 per day - Outside IR35 - Long-term contract - Full-time onsite in Hampshire - Immediate interview availability This is an excellent opportunity for a DV Cleared Security Architect to join a major defence programme delivering secure, mission-critical technology within one of the UK's most sensitive environments.

Service Architect Contract 700 to 740 per day + Margin Outside IR35 Basingstoke (Onsite) An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Service Architect to join a high-profile government programme delivering critical IT services within a secure enterprise environment. Working on a major MOD project, you'll be responsible for designing and governing scalable, secure, and resilient service architectures that support complex business and technical requirements. This is an excellent opportunity to influence strategic technology decisions while working alongside senior technical stakeholders. Key Responsibilities - Design and develop end-to-end service architectures aligned with business objectives. - Define service design standards, governance, and architectural best practices. - Translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and high-performing IT services. - Collaborate with technical teams, stakeholders, and suppliers to deliver architectural solutions. - Evaluate and recommend technologies, platforms, and tools that support long-term service strategy. - Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, and regulatory requirements. - Provide technical leadership throughout the service lifecycle. - Review and enhance existing services to improve performance, resilience, and operational efficiency. Essential Skills & Experience - Proven experience as a Service Architect within large, complex enterprise environments. - Strong understanding of enterprise architecture, cloud technologies, and service integration. - Experience designing secure, highly available, and scalable IT services. - Excellent knowledge of IT service management frameworks such as ITIL and architecture frameworks including TOGAF . - Strong stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills. - Experience working within secure or government environments is highly desirable. - Relevant certifications such as TOGAF, ITIL, AWS, or Azure are advantageous. What's on Offer? - 700- 740 per day - Outside IR35 - Opportunity to work on a prestigious MOD programme - Exposure to enterprise-scale technologies and complex architecture challenges - Potential for long-term contract extensions Location: Basingstoke (full-time onsite)

PMO Assurance Manager + 3 month initial contract + 600 to 640 per day - Inside IR35 + Remote working - ocasional site visits in Leeds PMO Assurance Manager We're looking for an experienced PMO Assurance Manager to provide governance, assurance and oversight across a portfolio of technology projects. You'll play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered consistently, risks are managed proactively, and governance standards are embedded across the delivery lifecycle. Key responsibilities - Provide portfolio-level assurance, oversight and reporting across technology delivery. - Champion the technology delivery and governance framework, ensuring consistent ways of working. - Monitor project health, identify risks, dependencies and delivery trends, and provide actionable insights. - Lead governance forums, project health checks and assurance reviews. - Produce high-quality portfolio reporting for senior leadership, highlighting performance, risks and opportunities. - Partner with Delivery, Finance and Strategy teams to improve portfolio performance and benefits realisation. - Lead, coach and develop the PMO team while driving a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. About you - Significant experience in PMO leadership within large-scale technology or transformation programmes. - Strong background in project governance, portfolio assurance and executive reporting. - Skilled at influencing senior stakeholders and driving delivery excellence. - Experience with Atlassian tools (Jira and Confluence) and Microsoft Project. - Excellent analytical, communication and leadership skills with a passion for continuous improvement.

Systems Engineer - Azure months + +Hybrid working in Reading +SC cleared role +Sole British nationals only due to nature of the project +Inside IR35 + 500 - 535 a day Working within the Infrastructure & Platform Services team, you will help support, maintain and enhance enterprise infrastructure, cloud services and platform technologies. You'll contribute to secure, reliable and resilient services across Microsoft Azure and on-premise environments while supporting automation and modern infrastructure initiatives. Key Responsibilities - Support and administer cloud and on-premises infrastructure. - Maintain Windows Server and Linux environments. - Deploy, configure and support Microsoft Azure services. - Support virtualisation platforms including VMware and Hyper-V. - Assist with Kubernetes and OpenShift platform administration. - Monitor infrastructure performance, availability and capacity. - Support incident, problem and change management activities. - Assist with backup, disaster recovery and business continuity processes. - Contribute to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and automation initiatives. - Produce and maintain technical documentation. - Work closely with senior engineers to improve platform reliability and operational performance. Essential Skills & Experience - Experience supporting Windows Server and/or Linux environments. - Understanding of Microsoft Azure services and cloud technologies. - Knowledge of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs and firewalls. - Experience with virtualisation technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V. - Familiarity with infrastructure monitoring and operational support. - Understanding of security principles and access management. - Knowledge of backup, recovery and disaster recovery concepts. - Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills. - Excellent communication skills and the ability to work within a collaborative engineering team. Desirable Skills - Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900) and/or Azure Administrator (AZ-104). - Experience with Kubernetes, OpenShift and Docker. - Exposure to Terraform, Ansible or other Infrastructure as Code tools. - Scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash or Python. - Experience with Grafana, Prometheus or Azure Monitor. - Knowledge of DevOps practices and hybrid cloud environments. - ITIL Foundation certification. If you'd like to discuss this Systems Engineer - Azure role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Systems Engineer - Secure Digital Platform (SDP) Reading/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) 12 Month Contract 71.43 per hour Inside ir35 Active SC Clearance is required for this role Play a key role in delivering the next generation of UK defence capability. We are supporting a defence client on the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP) - a landmark international defence initiative developing the future combat air system - and are looking for a Systems Engineer to join the Secure Digital Platform (SDP) team. This is an opportunity to work on highly sensitive MOD and aerospace programmes, helping build and support the secure digital infrastructure that underpins mission-critical defence capability. Responsibilities: - Supporting secure cloud and on-premises infrastructure environments - Assisting with Microsoft Azure administration and cloud platform operations - Maintaining Windows Server and Linux environments - Supporting virtualisation platforms and enterprise hosting solutions - Working with Kubernetes/OpenShift container platforms - Monitoring system performance, availability and resilience - Supporting incident management, troubleshooting and service improvements - Contributing to automation and Infrastructure-as-Code initiatives using tools such as Terraform, Ansible or PowerShell - Supporting secure infrastructure changes, documentation and operational processes Expereince Required: - Experience within defence, aerospace, MOD, government or other secure environments - Experience supporting Windows Server and/or Linux platforms - Understanding of cloud technologies, ideally Microsoft Azure - Knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, firewalls) - Exposure to VMware, Hyper-V, Kubernetes, OpenShift or container technologies - Interest in automation, DevOps practices and modern platform engineering Why join? - Work on the GCAP programme , shaping future defence technology - Support secure digital platforms within a highly sensitive aerospace environment - Gain exposure to modern cloud, container and automation technologies - Join a world-leading defence organisation at the forefront of innovation If this is of interest, please feel free to submit your CV.

SOC Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes Salary: 65,000 + 10,000 Bonus Employment Type: Permanent Security Clearance: Must hold current MOD DV Clearance Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are seeking an experienced SOC Analyst to join a high-profile operational environment, supporting critical services within a secure, live operations centre. This is a unique hybrid position that combines operational leadership with technical awareness . You'll take ownership of the live operational picture, coordinating incident response across cyber, network, infrastructure and physical security teams while ensuring informed, timely decision-making. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced control room environment and can confidently lead operational response without needing to be a deep technical specialist. Key Responsibilities - Maintain a single operational view across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. - Monitor live operational environments and assess alerts and incidents in real time. - Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. - Control incident prioritisation and escalation in line with operational procedures. - Coordinate activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. - Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. - Maintain accurate operational logs, dashboards and reporting. - Deliver effective shift handovers and maintain continuous situational awareness. About the Role This position is intentionally balanced between operational leadership and technical understanding: - 60% Operational Leadership & Coordination - 40% Technical Awareness & Incident Triage You'll be expected to understand operational and technical information, ask the right questions, coordinate the right teams and maintain control during high-pressure situations. Essential Skills & Experience - Experience within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . - Good understanding of SOC and NOC workflows, including alert triage and escalation processes. - Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, operational dashboards and logs at a high level. - Strong understanding of incident severity, business impact and prioritisation. - Proven experience coordinating multiple technical teams during live incidents. - Excellent communication, decision-making and stakeholder management skills. - Ability to remain calm and organised in time-critical operational environments. Ideal Background We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience as: - Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. - Senior SOC Analyst or NOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. - Service Operations Lead within a 24/7 operations or command centre. - Operational Duty Manager supporting secure or critical environments. What's on Offer - 65,000 basic salary. - 10,000 annual bonus. - Permanent position. - Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment. - Challenging and rewarding operational leadership role with significant responsibility. Eligibility Requirements Due to the nature of this position, applicants must : - Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . - Be a sole UK national . - Be able to work full-time on-site in Hanslope Park .

SOC Manager/Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes (On-site) Contract Length: 3 Years Rate: 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35) Security Clearance: Current MOD DV Clearance required Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are recruiting for an experienced SOC Manager/Analyst to support a high-profile, mission-critical operational environment on a long-term contract basis. This role combines operational leadership with technical awareness , placing you at the centre of a live Security Operations Centre where you'll maintain situational awareness across multiple domains, coordinate incident response, and ensure effective operational decision-making. You'll act as the operational lead within a fast-paced control room environment, working closely with cyber, network, infrastructure and security teams to maintain service resilience and operational control. Key Responsibilities - Maintain a single operational picture across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. - Monitor live environments and assess alerts and incidents in real time. - Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. - Manage incident prioritisation and escalation in accordance with operational procedures. - Coordinate response activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. - Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. - Maintain accurate operational records, dashboards and shift logs. - Deliver comprehensive operational handovers to ensure continuous situational awareness. Role Profile This is an operational leadership position with a balanced technical focus: - 60% Operational Leadership & Incident Coordination - 40% Technical Awareness & Alert Triage The successful contractor will be comfortable leading operational response, interpreting technical information, asking the right questions, and driving resolution in a live, high-pressure environment. Essential Skills & Experience - Experience working within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . - Strong understanding of SOC and NOC processes, including alert triage and escalation. - Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, dashboards and operational logs. - Knowledge of incident severity, impact assessment and prioritisation. - Proven experience coordinating technical teams during critical incidents. - Excellent communication, stakeholder management and decision-making skills. - Ability to remain calm, organised and decisive in operationally critical environments. Ideal Background We're particularly interested in contractors from backgrounds such as: - SOC Manager or Senior SOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. - Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. - Senior NOC Analyst or Operations Lead within a 24/7 operational environment. - Service Operations Manager supporting secure or mission-critical services. Contract Details - 3-year contract offering long-term programme stability. - 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35). - Full-time, on-site role based in Hounslow Park . - Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment on a nationally significant programme. Mandatory Requirements Due to the sensitive nature of this programme, applicants must : - Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . - Be a sole UK national . - Be available to work full-time on-site in Hounslow Park .

SOC Manager/Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hounslow Park (On-site) Contract Length: 3 Years Rate: 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35) Security Clearance: Current MOD DV Clearance required Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are recruiting for an experienced SOC Manager/Analyst to support a high-profile, mission-critical operational environment on a long-term contract basis. This role combines operational leadership with technical awareness , placing you at the centre of a live Security Operations Centre where you'll maintain situational awareness across multiple domains, coordinate incident response, and ensure effective operational decision-making. You'll act as the operational lead within a fast-paced control room environment, working closely with cyber, network, infrastructure and security teams to maintain service resilience and operational control. Key Responsibilities - Maintain a single operational picture across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. - Monitor live environments and assess alerts and incidents in real time. - Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. - Manage incident prioritisation and escalation in accordance with operational procedures. - Coordinate response activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. - Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. - Maintain accurate operational records, dashboards and shift logs. - Deliver comprehensive operational handovers to ensure continuous situational awareness. Role Profile This is an operational leadership position with a balanced technical focus: - 60% Operational Leadership & Incident Coordination - 40% Technical Awareness & Alert Triage The successful contractor will be comfortable leading operational response, interpreting technical information, asking the right questions, and driving resolution in a live, high-pressure environment. Essential Skills & Experience - Experience working within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . - Strong understanding of SOC and NOC processes, including alert triage and escalation. - Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, dashboards and operational logs. - Knowledge of incident severity, impact assessment and prioritisation. - Proven experience coordinating technical teams during critical incidents. - Excellent communication, stakeholder management and decision-making skills. - Ability to remain calm, organised and decisive in operationally critical environments. Ideal Background We're particularly interested in contractors from backgrounds such as: - SOC Manager or Senior SOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. - Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. - Senior NOC Analyst or Operations Lead within a 24/7 operational environment. - Service Operations Manager supporting secure or mission-critical services. Contract Details - 3-year contract offering long-term programme stability. - 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35). - Full-time, on-site role based in Hounslow Park . - Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment on a nationally significant programme. Mandatory Requirements Due to the sensitive nature of this programme, applicants must : - Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . - Be a sole UK national . - Be available to work full-time on-site in Hounslow Park .

Duty Manager / SOC Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hounslow Park (On-site) Salary: 65,000 + 10,000 Bonus Employment Type: Permanent Security Clearance: Must hold current MOD DV Clearance Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are seeking an experienced Duty Manager / SOC Analyst to join a high-profile operational environment, supporting critical services within a secure, live operations centre. This is a unique hybrid position that combines operational leadership with technical awareness . You'll take ownership of the live operational picture, coordinating incident response across cyber, network, infrastructure and physical security teams while ensuring informed, timely decision-making. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced control room environment and can confidently lead operational response without needing to be a deep technical specialist. Key Responsibilities - Maintain a single operational view across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. - Monitor live operational environments and assess alerts and incidents in real time. - Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. - Control incident prioritisation and escalation in line with operational procedures. - Coordinate activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. - Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. - Maintain accurate operational logs, dashboards and reporting. - Deliver effective shift handovers and maintain continuous situational awareness. About the Role This position is intentionally balanced between operational leadership and technical understanding: - 60% Operational Leadership & Coordination - 40% Technical Awareness & Incident Triage You'll be expected to understand operational and technical information, ask the right questions, coordinate the right teams and maintain control during high-pressure situations. Essential Skills & Experience - Experience within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . - Good understanding of SOC and NOC workflows, including alert triage and escalation processes. - Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, operational dashboards and logs at a high level. - Strong understanding of incident severity, business impact and prioritisation. - Proven experience coordinating multiple technical teams during live incidents. - Excellent communication, decision-making and stakeholder management skills. - Ability to remain calm and organised in time-critical operational environments. Ideal Background We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience as: - Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. - Senior SOC Analyst or NOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. - Service Operations Lead within a 24/7 operations or command centre. - Operational Duty Manager supporting secure or critical environments. What's on Offer - 65,000 basic salary. - 10,000 annual bonus. - Permanent position. - Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment. - Challenging and rewarding operational leadership role with significant responsibility. Eligibility Requirements Due to the nature of this position, applicants must : - Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . - Be a sole UK national . - Be able to work full-time on-site in Hounslow Park .

We have a fantastic part time opportunity for an Office & Business Support Administrator in our client's Basingstoke office. This is a varied office-based role where you will be joining a company with an outstanding reputation for developing its people and delivering exceptional client service. You will be the first point of contact for visitors, supporting the smooth running of the office, and providing administrative assistance across multiple departments. What you'll be doing - Welcoming clients and visitors while managing the reception area. - Answering and directing incoming calls. - Booking meeting rooms and preparing refreshments for visitors. - Supporting the day-to-day running of the office, including stationery ordering, office supplies and liaising with landlords and contractors regarding maintenance. - Organising repairs for office equipment. - Managing incoming and outgoing post, including forwarding client correspondence. - Providing administrative support across multiple departments. - Scanning, filing, archiving and maintaining electronic and paper records. - Preparing client account packs and other documentation. - Assisting with general office administration and ad hoc projects. About you You'll be a proactive office administrator who enjoys being organised and who takes pride in delivering excellent service. You'll also have: - Previous administration or office support experience within a busy environment. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office. - Outstanding attention to detail and organisational skills. - A positive, flexible and team-oriented approach. - Experience with CCH or IRIS Docs would be an advantage but isn't essential. For an opportunity to work for a standout employer with a great chance to develop your skills further, we would love to hear from you.

Senior Electronics Hardware Engineer We're working with an innovative technology business that designs and manufactures sophisticated electronic products used in highly regulated and technically demanding environments. As their engineering team continues to grow, they're looking to appoint an experienced Senior Electronics Hardware Engineer who enjoys taking ownership of challenging hardware development projects from initial concept through to production. What You'll Be Doing You'll play a leading role in the design and development of next-generation electronic hardware, working alongside specialists across electronics, embedded software, mechanical design and systems engineering. Your work will include: - Designing high-performance electronic circuits and multi-layer PCBs for complex embedded systems. - Producing schematics and PCB layouts using Altium Designer, ensuring designs are optimised for manufacture and long-term reliability. - Supporting prototype build, testing, validation and design refinement throughout the development cycle. - Diagnosing hardware issues using laboratory test equipment and applying structured engineering methods to identify root causes. - Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless integration between hardware, firmware and mechanical assemblies. - Contributing to product verification, regulatory compliance and manufacturing readiness. - Reviewing designs, sharing technical expertise and helping to maintain high engineering standards across the team. What We're Looking For We're keen to speak with experienced hardware engineers who have successfully delivered complex electronic products and are comfortable taking ownership of technical decisions. You'll ideally bring: - A degree or higher qualification in Electronic Engineering or a related discipline. - Strong commercial experience designing complex electronic hardware and multi-layer PCB assemblies. - Excellent knowledge of digital and analogue electronics, power circuitry and mixed-signal design principles. - Proven experience using Altium Designer for both schematic capture and PCB layout. - A solid understanding of product development from concept through prototype, testing and production. - Practical experience using oscilloscopes, logic analysers and other electronic test equipment for debugging and verification. - The confidence to make informed engineering decisions while balancing performance, cost, manufacturability and reliability. Additional Experience That Would Be Beneficial While not essential, experience in any of the following would be advantageous: - FPGA development and programmable logic design. - Python or C programming for engineering tools, automation or test development. - EMC design, compliance testing or environmental qualification. - Reliability engineering, DFMEA or Design for Manufacture (DFM). Why Apply? This role offers the chance to work on technically advanced products within a cooperative engineering environment where your ideas and expertise will have genuine influence. You'll benefit from: - Interesting and varied hardware development projects. - A high degree of technical ownership and autonomy. - Close collaboration with experienced multidisciplinary engineering teams. - Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career progression. - Salary and comprehensive benefits package. If you're an experienced Hardware Engineer looking for a role where you can solve challenging engineering problems and make a real technical contribution, we'd be pleased to tell you more in confidence.

Data Integration Architect Hybrid - 1 day per week in various locations in the South i.e. London, Bristol 640 per day inside IR35 6 month contract Active SC clearance Are you an experienced Infrastructure Engineer or Solution Architect with expertise in HVR and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI)? We're looking for a specialist to play a key role in delivering a secure, cloud-based data integration solution for a high-profile government programme. Working within a secure environment, you'll be responsible for designing and implementing an HVR-based data replication solution, enabling the migration of legacy Oracle data feeds into a modern Oracle Cloud Infrastructure landing zone. This is an opportunity to work on a complex, business-critical programme with a strong focus on cloud architecture, data integration and security. The Role You'll be responsible for designing and delivering a secure HVR integration capability, ensuring data can be replicated reliably from legacy Oracle environments into Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. Working closely with architects, engineers and key stakeholders, you'll help establish a production-ready landing zone that forms the foundation for future data migration and transformation. Key Responsibilities - Design and deliver an HVR-based data integration architecture within Oracle Cloud Infrastructure. - Produce High-Level Designs (HLDs) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs). - Configure and deploy HVR target agents within OCI. - Support the design of secure OCI landing zones, including storage, databases and networking. - Analyse data volumes, retention requirements and capacity planning. - Develop infrastructure, storage and licensing forecasts. - Support governance and security approval processes. - Assist with network connectivity and infrastructure changes. - Oversee system testing and integration activities. - Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery. Essential Skills & Experience - Strong commercial experience with HVR (High Volume Replication) or similar enterprise data replication technologies. - Proven experience designing cloud-based data integration solutions. - Strong knowledge of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) . - Experience designing data landing zones and ingestion pipelines. - Knowledge of secure data transfer, encryption and networking principles. - Experience producing technical architecture documentation (HLDs & LLDs). - Strong understanding of data storage, lifecycle management and data modelling. - Excellent stakeholder engagement and technical communication skills. - Experience working within highly regulated or secure environments. - Active SC Clearance is essential. Desirable Experience - Experience within Defence, Government or MOD environments. - Knowledge of Secure by Design (SbD), DEAB and MOD security governance. - Hands-on experience with Oracle Database, OCI Object Storage and OCI Networking. - Experience with Oracle Data Integration or Oracle AI Data Platform. - Experience delivering large-scale cloud migration or data transformation programmes. - Previous experience working alongside defence delivery partners.

Scala Engineer Telford/ Hybrid - 2 days per week onsite 470 per day inside IR35 6 months duration Are you an experienced Scala Developer looking to work on one of the UK's most significant digital transformation programmes? We're seeking a talented Scala Engineer to join a high-performing Agile team delivering modern cloud-based services as part of a major government digital programme. You'll be helping to build secure, scalable applications that improve the way millions of people interact with essential public services. This is an opportunity to work with modern technologies, collaborative engineering teams and cloud-native architectures while contributing to services used across the UK. The Role As a Scala Engineer, you'll be part of a multidisciplinary Agile team responsible for designing, developing and supporting high-performance Scala Play microservices. Working closely with Developers, Business Analysts, User Researchers, Designers and QA Engineers, you'll help deliver user-focused digital services using modern software engineering practices including Test Driven Development (TDD), pair programming and continuous integration. You'll also have the opportunity to contribute to technical decisions, share knowledge across engineering communities and help shape the future of the platform. Key Responsibilities - Develop high-quality applications using Scala and the Play Framework. - Build and maintain cloud-based microservices. - Deliver user stories within Agile Scrum teams. - Write clean, well-tested code using TDD. - Develop unit and integration tests. - Participate in pair programming and code reviews. - Support applications through deployment and production. - Contribute to CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. - Collaborate with multidisciplinary delivery teams. - Drive continuous improvement across engineering practices. Essential Skills - Strong commercial experience with Scala . - Experience using the Play Framework . - Experience developing RESTful microservices. - Strong knowledge of unit and integration testing. - Experience working within Agile delivery teams. - Excellent problem-solving and communication skills. Desirable Skills - Cloud platform experience (AWS preferred). - CI/CD and DevOps experience. - Knowledge of application security principles. - Experience with containerisation technologies. - Public sector or large-scale enterprise project experience.

Data Engineer Telford / Hybrid - 2 days per week onsite 515 per day inside IR35 6 months Active SC clearance An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Data Engineer to join a high-profile government programme focused on improving fraud prevention and risk assessment. You'll play a key role in delivering innovative data solutions that support critical public services, working as part of a newly formed Agile Scrum team responsible for developing data ingestion and risking capabilities within a modern SAS platform. This is an opportunity to work on a complex, large-scale data transformation programme, integrating multiple data sources and building robust ETL solutions that enable advanced analytics and risk modelling. The Role As a Data Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, building and deploying scalable data integration and transformation solutions. Working closely with technical and business stakeholders, you'll help deliver high-quality data pipelines that support analytics, reporting and risk assessment capabilities. You'll contribute to the full software development lifecycle, champion Agile ways of working, and help drive DevOps best practices while ensuring data quality, governance and security remain at the forefront. Key Responsibilities - Design, develop and deploy data integration and ETL solutions. - Build scalable data pipelines supporting analytics and business intelligence platforms. - Develop solutions using Pentaho, Talend, Denodo and SAS technologies. - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define technical solutions and deliver against business requirements. - Contribute to Agile ceremonies and Sprint delivery. - Support CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. - Mentor junior team members and promote engineering best practice. - Troubleshoot complex data issues and optimise system performance. - Ensure data governance, quality and security standards are maintained. Essential Skills & Experience - Strong experience with Pentaho and Talend ETL development. - Experience with Denodo data virtualisation. - Hands-on experience with SAS 9.4 DI and/or SAS Viya 3.x (SAS Studio, Visual Analytics, Visual Investigator). - Strong SQL development and data modelling skills. - Experience using Git version control. - Knowledge of Agile and Scrum delivery methodologies. - Experience with DevOps tools and practices such as Jenkins, Docker and Kubernetes. - Excellent analytical, troubleshooting and communication skills. Desirable - Oracle database experience. - Experience supporting Platform LSF environments. - Jira experience. - Agile, Scrum or DevOps certifications. - Experience working on large-scale government or highly regulated data programmes.

We are representing a leading UK technology and engineering company that delivers innovative solutions across defence, national security, government and commercial sectors. As part of an exciting marketing transformation, the company is looking for an experienced Content Marketing Manager to create compelling technical content that supports major campaigns and brings complex technologies to life. This is a 3-month hybrid working contract. Your responsibilities include: - Create engaging content including white papers, case studies, blogs, website copy and campaign assets. - Turn complex technical concepts into clear, customer-focused messaging. - Work with technical experts, product marketing and campaign teams to develop thought leadership content. - Support SEO initiatives and optimise content for digital channels. - Refresh existing marketing collateral in line with new brand messaging and tone of voice. What our client is looking for: - Experience in content marketing, technical writing, journalism or PR. - Strong writing, editing and storytelling skills. - Experience producing long-form technical content and thought leadership. - Ability to work with technical stakeholders and translate complex information into engaging content. - Experience within technology, engineering, defence, cybersecurity or another technical B2B environment is highly desirable.

We have a fantastic opportunity to join a leading UK technology and engineering business that delivers cutting-edge solutions across defence, national security, government and commercial sectors. As a Digital Marketing Executive you will be part of a collaborative marketing team, and you will help deliver digital campaigns that showcase innovative technologies and support business growth. This is a 3 month initial term contract working on a hybrid basis from the company's Romsey based offices. What you'll be doing - Manage and update website content through the CMS. - Create, schedule and publish social media content. - Support SEO improvements and website optimisation. - Administer leads within HubSpot, maintaining CRM data quality and producing performance reports. - Assist with email marketing and marketing automation. - Compile marketing reports using data from digital channels and HubSpot. - Support the delivery of digital marketing campaigns and provide day-to-day marketing coordination. What we're looking for - Experience in a digital marketing, marketing or communications role. - Experience updating website content using a CMS. - Strong social media content creation and scheduling skills. - Experience with HubSpot or another CRM platform is desirable. - Knowledge of GA4 and advanced Excel would be an advantage. - Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Apply today to find out more.

Obsolescence Management Engineer (Remote) - Outside IR35 Contract Rate: 48- 53 per hour (Outside IR35) Contract Length: 12 months Location: Remote (UK-based) Start Date: ASAP / Dependent on onboarding Contract Type: Contract / Freelance About the Role We are seeking an experienced Obsolescence Management Engineer to support a major defence engineering programme on a 12-month remote contract . The successful candidate will be responsible for managing obsolescence risks, investigating change queries, developing mitigation strategies, and producing technical solution documentation in line with project requirements and industry standards. You will work closely with the Project Obsolescence Manager, Support Capabilities and Consumables (SCC), and wider engineering stakeholders to ensure timely resolution of obsolescence issues throughout the asset lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Obsolescence Management Plan (OMP) - Operate in accordance with the project Obsolescence Management Plan (OMP). - Review, maintain, and update the OMP as required. - Ensure activities align with project plans, bids, schedules, and delivery milestones. Change Query Investigation - Investigate obsolescence-related Change Query Issues (CQIs) as directed by the Project Obsolescence Manager. - Assess and prioritise obsolescence queries according to project KPIs. - Ensure timely submission of investigations. - Manage additional CQIs efficiently, prioritising urgent and high-impact requirements. Risk Assessment & Mitigation - Evaluate obsolescence risks associated with Change Queries. - Develop and implement mitigation strategies in accordance with IEC 62402:2019 Obsolescence Management standards . - Provide technical recommendations to reduce lifecycle and supportability risks. Solution Documentation - Produce comprehensive solution documents containing appropriate technical evidence to support Change Query Final Answers (CQFA). - Ensure documentation meets SCC acceptance criteria. - Maintain quality standards, targeting less than 25% rejection of submitted solution documents. - Ensure solutions: - Meet the intent of AS-1111 requirements. - Are technically accurate, safe, and suitable for implementation. - Are presented clearly and professionally. Essential Experience & Skills - Proven experience in obsolescence management within engineering or defence environments . - Experience managing Change Queries (CQ), technical investigations, and lifecycle support issues . - Knowledge of IEC 62402:2019 Obsolescence Management principles . - Experience producing technical reports, solution papers, and engineering evidence documentation. - Ability to work independently in a remote environment while managing competing priorities. - Strong stakeholder management skills across engineering, support, and delivery teams. Desirable Experience - Defence industry experience, particularly supporting MOD/DE&S programmes. - Familiarity with: - Supportability engineering processes. - Through-life capability management. - Engineering Change Management. - AS-1111 requirements. - Experience working within structured project governance environments.

We're looking for an Audit Senior to join a collaborative audit team in a mid tier accountancy firm, working with a diverse portfolio of clients across a range of industries. If you're looking for greater responsibility, excellent career progression and the opportunity to work in a supportive, people-focused environment, we would love to hear from you. As an Audit Senior, you'll take ownership of audit assignments from planning through to completion while building strong client relationships and supporting the development of junior team members. Key responsibilities include: - Leading audit assignments across a varied client portfolio. - Planning audits and overseeing fieldwork. - Preparing statutory accounts and corporation tax computations. - Supervising, coaching and reviewing the work of junior auditors. - Building strong relationships with clients and internal teams. - Ensuring work is completed to a high technical standard, on time and within budget. About You You'll ideally be: - ACA or ACCA qualified (or nearly qualified). - Experienced within a UK accountancy practice - Confident leading audits and working directly with clients. - A strong communicator with excellent attention to detail. - Proficient in Microsoft Excel, with experience of Xero, Sage, Caseware or CCH being advantageous. - Proactive, organised and keen to continue developing your career. In return you can expect hybrid and flexible working, genuine opportunities for progression within a growing Top 35 firm, exposure to a wide variety of clients, ongoing professional development, a Management Development Programme, generous holiday allowance, wellbeing support, health cash plan, pension, life assurance, employee rewards, enhanced family benefits and a friendly, collaborative culture where your contribution is recognised. If you're looking to join a forward-thinking practice that invests in its people and offers real opportunities to progress, we'd love to hear from you.

Are you an ambitious Management Accountant with experience in an accountancy practice looking to take the next step in your career? We're working with an accountancy group that's continuing to grow across Central and Southern England. Due to continued expansion, they're looking for a Management Accountant to join their successful Outsourcing team in Basingstoke . This is an excellent opportunity to work with a diverse portfolio of clients, gain exposure to a wide range of industries, and continue your professional development within a supportive and collaborative environment. You'll manage your own portfolio of clients, becoming their trusted day-to-day contact while delivering high-quality management accounting and outsourced finance services. Responsibilities include: - Building strong relationships with clients and understanding their businesses. - Preparing management accounts and management information for a varied client portfolio. - Processing financial transactions, journals, reconciliations and general ledger postings. - Preparing basic statutory accounts with an understanding of Companies Act disclosure requirements. - Training and supporting clients on accounting software where required. - Working closely with tax, payroll and other specialist teams to provide an excellent client service. - Identifying opportunities to add value and improve client processes. About You We're keen to hear from candidates who have: - ACA, ACCA or CIMA part qualification (or are fully qualified). - Some experience working in an Outsourcing team within a UK accountancy practice. - Strong management accounting experience and knowledge of UK GAAP. - Excellent communication and client relationship skills. - A proactive, organised approach with strong attention to detail. - Experience with cloud accounting software such as Xero, Sage, QuickBooks or CCH.

We're looking for an experienced HR Advisor to join a busy HR Operations team of a large well known utilities company, providing expert employee relations advice and support to managers across the business. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys managing a varied ER caseload, partnering with managers to resolve complex people matters, and contributing to HR projects that improve processes and manager capability. What you'll be doing: - Managing a broad range of employee relations cases including disciplinary, grievance, performance, sickness absence, capability, discrimination, bullying & harassment, redeployment and redundancy. - Providing practical, commercially focused advice on employment law, HR policies and best practice. - Coaching and supporting managers through complex people issues. - Working closely with HR colleagues, Occupational Health, Payroll, Legal and Trade Union representatives. - Maintaining accurate HR records and case management reporting. - Supporting HR projects, policy development and continuous improvement initiatives. What we're looking for: - CIPD qualified or currently studying towards CIPD. - Strong experience in an HR Advisor or HR Operations role with responsibility for complex ER case management. - Good working knowledge of UK employment law. - Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. - A proactive, organised approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities. - Experience using HR systems (SAP experience is advantageous). In return you can expect to receive a competitive salary and annual bonus entitlement, hybrid working after successful probation period (6 months), private medical insurance and a generous pension contribution and outstanding wellbeing support rewards. If you're an HR professional who enjoys building strong relationships, solving complex employee relations issues and making a real impact within a collaborative HR team, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Java Developer - SC Cleared 60- 70 per hour 6-Month Rolling Contract Hybrid (2-3 Days Onsite) Newcastle We're looking for an SC Cleared Software Engineer (or someone eligible to obtain SC Clearance) to join a collaborative Agile team developing cutting-edge cloud-based Geospatial software . This is an exciting opportunity to work with modern cloud technologies, contributing to the design, development, testing, and deployment of scalable, high-performance services. This is a 6-month rolling contract with a hybrid working model, requiring 2-3 days per week onsite in Newcastle . The Role As a Software Engineer, you'll be involved throughout the full software development lifecycle, working within a supportive Agile Scrum environment to deliver innovative cloud-native solutions. Key Responsibilities - Develop high-quality, scalable, and maintainable Java applications. - Build cloud-based services using modern development practices. - Write unit and automated tests to ensure software quality. - Participate in design and code reviews, promoting best practices for security, scalability, and maintainability. - Produce clear technical documentation and share knowledge across the team. - Contribute to sprint planning, estimations, daily stand-ups, and sprint reviews. - Collaborate closely with the wider Scrum team to deliver sprint commitments. - Champion continuous improvement and engineering excellence. Essential Skills - Strong commercial experience with Java - Experience developing cloud-based services - Unit testing experience - Experience working within Agile/Scrum teams Desirable Skills - DevSecOps tools such as Tekton, ArgoCD, and SonarQube - Red Hat OpenShift or Kubernetes - Quarkus Framework - Front-end development using Angular Security Clearance Candidates must hold active SC Clearance or be eligible and willing to undergo SC Clearance . Contract Details - Rate: 60- 70 per hour - Contract: 6-month rolling - Location: Newcastle - Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2-3 days per week onsite If you're an experienced Java Software Engineer looking to work on modern cloud technologies within a highly collaborative Agile environment, we'd love to hear from you.