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Cas Architect +Permanent opportunity +Hybrid working in Basingstoke / Bracknell +SC / DV cleared role - must be eligible for DV clearance + 70,000 + 6k car + 15% bonus + 10% DV allowance Skills: +Cisco Firepower +HLD / LLD +Team Leadership experience We are looking for a BPS/CAS Architect to technically lead projects in cyber monitoring and remote access within a large program. This is within the secure Defence and Government sector. You will own requirements analysis for new proposed changes, devise and propose solution changes along with any proof of concept activities to support the production of technical solutions, produce high level design collateral or govern and review design documents, and give technical leadership within the program in all phases of the project solution life-cycle. The role reports into the BPS/CAS Tech Lead. Your experience Experienced in analysis of customer requirements, with demonstrable network design (high level and low level) experience in proposing and utilizing technologies from a variety of industry leading technology vendors. Demonstrable experience of evaluating customer strategy, operations and processes and proposing technical solutions to deliver on their strategy and improve business performance. Demonstrable experience in providing Technical Leadership/Ownership and expertise to guide the design and delivery of solutions through all phases of the large-scale project life cycle. Breadth of networking knowledge to include, protocols and cyber monitoring tools. Specific skills include Juniper Switching and Configuration, WAN routing including MPLS and BGP, network gateways, VPNs, remote access solutions (e.g. AnyConnect), network encryption and tunnelling technologies, Cisco Firepower, F5 TLS Intercept, Packet Brokers, Tap Aggregators, Gigamon, SNMP, TCP, TLS (including requisite cryptography), TLS intercept, PKI, HTTP, Sockets API. Familiarity with Endace technologies, HSMs, virtualization and scripting are desirable. Understanding of technologies for collecting, analysing, and storing security event data, and to automate and orchestrate incident response workflows. Participating in requirements gathering and development of solutions on a page Experience of performance testing of cyber monitoring tools (sizing, capacity management and planning, performance troubleshooting). Solid understanding of the project end-to-end life cycle, with good commercial and financial awareness in terms of understanding risks and dependencies associated with any delivery project. Experienced in the analysis and trouble-shooting of complex issues and defects, mitigating business, technical, and operational risks, and making recommendations to senior management. Demonstrable experience of technically coordinating other technical architects and engineers, collaborating with multiple teams, supporting project managers in planning and reporting activities, service readiness, and providing guidance and support to live service teams. Excellent communications skills with multiple stakeholders, able to take ownership and responsibility and make quick decisions. Able to communicate calmly and concisely with the Customer. If you'd like to discuss this CAS Architect in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Product Manager - Systems Engineer +6 months + +Hybrid working in Reading +SC cleared role + 83 ph +Inside IR35 We are looking for an experienced Product Manager - Systems Engineer to lead the delivery and evolution of digital engineering capabilities that support the Safety pillar across the enterprise. This role focuses on enabling model-based safety engineering and embedding Safety into the Digital Thread - replacing document-centric approaches with authoritative models that provide end-to-end traceability from safety objectives and requirements through architecture, analysis, verification, and compliance evidence. Key Responsibilities Deliver and continuously improve Safety toolchains (FHA, FMEA/FMECAs, FTA, STPA, safety requirements, safety case tooling, configuration/change control, V&V orchestration) Define Safety reference architectures and technical baselines Ensure full Digital Thread integration and traceability across requirements, models, test, and assurance evidence Establish governance, data standards, and model-based best practices Engage stakeholders, suppliers, and engineering teams to drive adoption and alignment Support regulatory compliance (e.g. ARP4754A, ARP4761A, DO-178C/DO-254, IEC 61508, ISO 26262, MIL-STD-882E as applicable) Essential Experience Degree in Systems, Safety, Aerospace, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or similar 10+ years' experience in safety-critical, regulated environments (Aerospace/Defence preferred) Strong understanding of hazard analysis, risk assessment (ALARP), DAL/ASIL, verification & validation, and safety cases Experience with model-based safety engineering and integrated digital toolchains (e.g. DOORS NG, safety case platforms) Proven stakeholder, supplier, and delivery management capability Security clearance (or eligibility) required This is a key role driving the transformation to model-centric safety engineering within a complex, regulated enterprise environment.

Our client, a large multi national fintech business is seeking a Senior Executive Assistant to provide multi-faceted support to senior leadership team members. This is a remote working contract role of three months and is pivotal in ensuring the smooth operation of daily activities and the seamless management of executive priorities. You will support a Senior Vice President (SVP) or an SVP and VP based in Europe and your responsibilities will include: Independently managing calendars, scheduling meetings and coordinating priorities with minimal guidance. Performing administrative duties including expenses, complex travel arrangements, distribution lists, and ordering supplies. Acting as a delegate in internal systems on behalf of the executive when needed. Coordinating meetings, events, and logistics with professionalism and attention to detail. Providing guidance and support to other assistants within the organization. Handling confidential communications with discretion and integrity. Assisting in preparing reports, presentations, and correspondence that are accurate, professional, and polished. About you: You will have supported Senior level executives and you will be comfortable working remotely for Execs in other countries. You will be an experienced and organised Senior EA who is able to anticipate needs, communicate with clarity and discretion, and able to proactively manage complex administrative and strategic tasks, with minimal direction. You will have worked in a large complex multi national organisation, ideally a fintech or financial services or technology company. You will be used to building strong relationships across all levels of an organization. You will be comfortable working with sensitive information. This is a fantastic and rare opportunity to work for talented executives in a forward thinking fintech business.

Job title: Systems Engineer - DOORS NG Rate: 83 per hour inside ir35 Location: Reading/hybrid (2-3 days per week on site) Contact: 6 months+ Job description: I am looking for a Systems Engineer within product delivery for a client of mine who are a leading tech and engineering firm operating within the UK defence sector. You'll lead the digital shift from legacy tools to DOORS NG, delivering end-to-end requirements lifecycle management across systems, software, and domain engineering. You'll enable traceable, auditable, and governed requirements practices, integrating partners, suppliers, and MBSE models into a seamless Digital Thread. Your leadership ensures certified capabilities, streamlined change management, and a single source of truth across complex, regulated programmes. Responsibilities: Own the delivery, migration, and continuous improvement of Requirements Engineering capabilities. Lead the controlled transition from legacy RM tools to DOORS NG, ensuring safe coexistence, data quality uplift, and integration with MBSE, ALM, PLM, and Test. Define roadmaps, prioritize backlogs, and implement governance, naming conventions, link semantics, and quality metrics. Enable full end-to-end traceability from stakeholder needs through verified and certified system capabilities. Manage vendors, suppliers, and cross-partner integrations to deliver scalable, compliant, and future-ready solutions. Drive workforce adoption with training, role-based onboarding, and change programmes. Expereince Required: Deep expertise in DOORS/DOORS NG, requirements lifecycle, configuration management, and digital thread integration. Experience delivering requirements engineering capabilities in Aerospace, Defence, or regulated industries. Proven ability to lead complex transitions, migrations, and multi-partner integration programs. Strong strategic vision, stakeholder influence, and program management skills. Security clearance or eligibility is mandatory. Impact You'll Make: From pilot migrations to fully operational DOORS NG environments, you'll define how requirements live, evolve, and connect across the enterprise-transforming traditional processes into model-driven, digitally traceable engineering excellence. If you are interested in this role, please feel free to submit your CV.

Product Delivery Manager +SC cleared role +Hybrid working 2/3 days a week in Reading +Inside IR35 + 80 - 83 ph We are seeking an experienced Product Delivery Manager to lead the delivery of model-based Product Security digital capabilities across a complex, regulated engineering environment. Reporting to the Product Owner - Systems Engineering, you will define and implement the reference architectures, toolchains and technical baselines that enable end-to-end traceability across the Digital Thread - from security objectives and threat modelling through to verification, validation and assurance evidence. This role replaces document-centric practices with authoritative, model-based security engineering across the full product lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Deliver and continuously improve Product Security digital toolchains, including: Threat & risk modelling (STRIDE, STPA-Sec, TARA, attack trees) Security requirements & controls modelling SBOM & vulnerability management Cryptography & key management governance Configuration/change control Verification & validation orchestration Security/assurance case evidence Define Product Security reference architecture and Digital Thread integrations Own roadmap, backlog and delivery planning aligned to enterprise priorities Establish governance, data standards and model quality controls Lead vendor engagement, technology evaluations and service performance Drive adoption of model-centric security engineering across programmes and suppliers Ensure alignment with regulatory frameworks (DO-326A, IEC 62443, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO/SAE 21434, NIST, etc.) Experience Required 10+ years delivering Product Security capabilities in aerospace, defence or other regulated/safety-critical sectors Strong understanding of model-based security engineering and Digital Thread integration Experience integrating modelling, ALM, CI/CD security services and verification pipelines Proven stakeholder, supplier and budget management capability ITIL and Project/Programme delivery experience (APM, PRINCE2, SAFe or similar) SC clearance

Customer Service Representatives - Call Centre Environment Newcastle rate per hour dependent on relevant experience Our client based in Newcastle is seeking Customer Service Representatives for a 6 month period working in their Newcastle contact centre servicing a well known high street bank. There is high likelihood of permanent employment after the initial 6 month term. The ideal candidate will be happy to be on the phone and will love talking to people and proactively solving issues. You will enjoy working in a contact centre environment providing excellent customer service to customers and you will have excellent phone etiquette and good verbal, written and interpersonal skills. You will have a good eye for detail, ensuring customer records are kept up to date and are accurate and you will be keen to take responsibility for managing customer information with computer systems. Working hours are on a shift basis and between 8am and 8pm, Monday to Friday and between 9am and 6pm on weekends. The team usually work to a 6-8 week shift rotation so that you can plan around shifts with plenty of notice. Comprehensive training will be given. Our client is looking for applicants with customer service experience, ideally in a contact centre. Banking or financial services experience would be ideal. For a chance to work with an organisation with a standout reputation, apply today.

Customer Services Sales Advisor +6 months + +On site working in Newcastle - hybrid + 11- 15 ph Skills: +Customer Service within Banking 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 Sales Advisors putting our customers at the heart of everything we do every day. Is that you? Do you have a passion for helping make things simple and easy for customers? Do you enjoy getting your teeth into supporting with more complex requests that may need teamwork with colleagues from other areas? Do you get satisfaction from knowing you've helped achieve the right outcome for a customer, and even better getting it right first time? Then this is a role you will be interested in. What are we looking for in our Sales Advisors? A proven track record in a sales environment. 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 details are captured and recorded accurately. 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 Work Environment The role is predominantly an office based one working on our site at Cobalt Business Park, with the opportunity for hybrid working upon attaining competence in the role. Induction training is for a period of 6 weeks with a mix of class room and on the job training. 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.

Lead SAC - Security Assurance Co-ordinator - DV Cleared + Inside IR35 + 650 - 700 a day +On site in Basingstoke The Role: Senior Assurance Lead is needed to develop the programme assurance strategy and manage its initial implementation and delivery Achieve the Secure by Design (SbD) and assurance policy objectives of the Authority and the programme. + Engage at a senior level to influence strategic decisions with Defence assurance policy stakeholders. + Work tactically with the programme and its leadership to build on the progress to establish a programme level approach to managing changes in the assurance policy and delivering the necessary Secure by Design policy outcomes. + Oversee the operational development and delivery of the security risk and assurance management related activities. Required experience and qualifications: Detailed understanding of UK Government and MOD SbD and assurance policies. Experienced in the delivery of traditional MOD Security Accreditation. Experienced in the delivery of successful outcomes for JSP 604 related assurance processes. Experienced in the production of supporting documentation for MOD and Government assurance. Experienced and in leading and delivering successful organisational change. Ability to influence and collaborate with external stakeholders. Ability to work autonomously to achieve the organisational assurance objectives. Good presentation and documentation skills. Recognised Security certification - (i.e. CCP, CISSP) or equivalent qualification or experience. If you'd like to discuss this SAC role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Our client, a fast growing accountancy firm in England has a fantastic opportunity for an Office Administrator to join their Northampton Team. This role is a permanent fully onsite role. The Role Your key responsibilities will include: Providing general administrative support to the office. Meeting and greeting office visitors. Helping with internal and external events. Ensuring a great client experience with both in-person visitors and telephone contact with clients and suppliers. Assisting with general office upkeep. Undertaking relevant project work as required, About You You will have some administration skills, ideally in a professional services or corporate environment You will be comfortable being on the phone and meeting and greeting visitors You will be comfortable being on the phone and you will have good communication skills, both written and verbal You will have strong IT skills, specifically MS Suite and you will be able to pick up new IT packages very quickly In exchange you can expect a competitive salary and benefits package. This is a rare opportunity to join a forward thinking organisation that is on a strong

Tech Lead +6 months + +DV cleared role +Hybrid working from Farnborough +Outside IR35 + 750 - 875 a day Skills: +Interoperability +Tech Lead +DV clearance +MOD We are seeking an experienced Tech Lead to support the design and delivery of secure, resilient integration solutions. This role will focus on Exchange and/or Web Gateway architectures, enabling interoperability across complex enterprise and secure environments. Key Responsibilities: Design and define interoperability and gateway architectures to support data exchange between systems and domains Lead architectural decisions for Exchange and Web Gateway solutions, ensuring security, scalability, and resilience Work closely with technical teams, security stakeholders, and delivery partners to translate requirements into robust designs Produce high-quality architectural documentation, including HLDs, LLDs, and integration patterns Ensure compliance with relevant security, architectural, and governance standards Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience as an Architect delivering interoperability or integration solutions Strong knowledge of Exchange Gateways and/or Web Gateways Experience designing secure system-to-system integrations Ability to engage confidently with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Solid understanding of network, security, and identity principles If you would like to discuss this Tech Lead role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

We are seeking an experienced Product Owner to support a highly secure military programme. This role sits at the sharp end of defence IT, owning infrastructure outcomes across design, implementation, and ongoing technical assurance for mission-critical systems. You will act as the technical authority for infrastructure decisions, working closely with military stakeholders, architects, and delivery teams to ensure platforms are secure, resilient, interoperable, and fit for operational use. If you've never worked in a locked-down environment with real consequences, this role will feel uncomfortable. If you have - it'll feel like home. Key Responsibilities Own the infrastructure product roadmap within a secure military environment Act as Product Owner and technical authority for core infrastructure services Lead the design, build, and assurance of on-premise and restricted network platforms Translate operational and military requirements into clear technical priorities and deliverables Provide hands-on leadership across server, platform, and infrastructure services Own technical decisions and ensure alignment with defence security standards and policies Work closely with architects and delivery leads to ensure interoperability across systems, networks, and platforms Lead and mentor engineers, setting technical direction and best practice Support integration of legacy military systems with modern infrastructure solutions Ensure infrastructure is designed for resilience, availability, and operational continuity Engage confidently with senior MOD and military stakeholders Produce and review technical documentation suitable for secure and audited environments Essential Experience Proven experience delivering defence or military IT infrastructure Strong background operating in highly secure / classified environments Previous experience in a Product Owner, Technical Lead, or Senior Infrastructure role Deep experience with server infrastructure (Windows Server essential; Linux desirable) Strong expertise in Microsoft Exchange (secure configurations, migrations, hybrid models where applicable) Demonstrable delivery of interoperable infrastructure across complex estates Experience working with restricted networks, air-gapped environments, or cross-domain solutions Strong understanding of infrastructure security within defence or government frameworks Core Technical Skills Windows Server (design, hardening, lifecycle management) Active Directory, DNS, Group Policy Microsoft Exchange (on-prem / secure hybrid environments) Virtualisation (VMware / Hyper-V) Secure networking concepts and dependencies Backup, DR, and high-availability design Infrastructure documentation and technical assurance If you'd like to discuss this Product Owner in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Manufacturing Engineer - Lean Continuous Improvement Salary: 50,000 to 60,000 DOE Location: Southampton Clearance: You will need to be eligible to attain SC Clearance You will join a leading defence and national security technology consultancy and drive the optimisation of key and supporting manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, reduce cost and improve lead times and quality. Key Responsibilities Drive the optimisation of key and supporting processes to enhance productivity, reduce cost and improve lead times and quality. Lead successful problem resolution using PSP, 8D, RCA, DMAIC tools Identify and lead the facilitation of Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement (CI) projects throughout the Defence Team. Prioritise Lean and CI projects with Operations Performance Manager and provide regular communication of project status. Identify and escalate risk, issues and opportunities to improve processes and deliveries, liaising with project teams, leaders and sponsors as required. Promote a culture of continuous improvement across Defence Team. Identify opportunities to improve the CI culture/framework, working closely with all business stakeholders. Provide Lean Six Sigma coaching and mentoring support. Implement PFMEA, 5s and Asset Care programs for operational processes. Support Supply Chain Improvement Initiatives. Support Production with electronics and hardware product, assembly and testing process trouble shooting. Support non-conformance route cause analysis and resolution implementation Education and Qualifications Degree qualified in relevant field. Strong computer-based literacy. Green / Black Belt - Lean Six Sigma. Knowledge, Skills & Experience Demonstratable knowledge and experience in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma and Continuous Improvement tools and techniques. Demonstratable experience in leading change management teams and projects. Detailed understanding of electronic and mechanical assembly and testing principles. Previous work experience within electro-mechanical assembly. Previous experience of working with automated and manual measurement techniques across a range of Test Equipment. Experience in troubleshooting product non-conformances Experience using problem solving techniques (PSP, 8D, RCA, DMAIC) Experienced with MRP tools (IFS would be advantageous). Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Experience in working with cross functional teams and collaboration across a business. Experience working in projects driving significant change and improvement projects.

We have an exciting opportunity to join a leading global aerospace manufacturing organisation as a Supply Logistics Agent on a contract basis for an initial period of 9 months. Due to the nature of the work, this is an onsite role at the company's Belfast site. You will manage all transactional elements of parts supply, ensuring schedules are met, assets are optimised, and operations run smoothly. You will provide governance and visibility to the Operations Team while working closely with Supply Chain Execution on schedule, capacity planning, inventory management, kitting, and system data accuracy. Responsibilities include; Accurately report and govern supply chain data to Operations Communicate parts supply enablement profiles Maintain operational systems with high data accuracy Manage parameters to ensure optimal asset utilisation Support and collaborate within a natural team environment Analyse forward load and capacity plans, including Line of Balance updates Ensure timely delivery of parts to the shopfloor and external customers About you: You will have an HNC or relevant professional qualification (e.g., CPIM, CIPS) and you will have had some relevant Supply Chain experience, with good working knowledge of supply chain processes. Knowledge and experience of Material Requirements planning systems is essential Basic understanding of supply chain processes This is a fantastic and rare opportunity to join a global leader in its industry. Apply today.

Job Title: DevOps Engineer Location: Remote Duration: 6 months contract Rate 475 - 515 inside ir35 eSC clearance is required for this role x 6 Middle DevOps Engineers x2 Senior DevOps Engineers Role Description: As an integral part of a Cloud Pod, you'll have fantastic opportunities to develop both yourself and our collective capabilities as you progress both project and foundational requirements with other likeminded Cloud DevOps Engineers. Responsibilities: Build and maintain cloud platforms with a high degree of focus on technical reuse, standardisation and blueprints; think code first rather than "ClickOps" Embrace modern ways of working and feel part of our customer's outcomes as we group around activities in agile type sprints. Continue to strengthen and bolster your existing capabilities in platform engineering through a mix of professional training, certifications, and experiences. Collaborate and influence our iterative Capgemini offerings. Required skills: A proven track record in platform engineering, particularly with: Azure/AWS, Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes, and VCS (GitHub). Can demonstrate tangible experiences of end-to-end delivery using ITIL frameworks. A background in infrastructure and networking would be advantageous Experience working in an Agile manner If you are interested in this role, please feel free to submit your CV.

Desktop Technician - SC Cleared Rate: 220 - 250 a day Duration: 3 Months Location: Llandudno Working pattern: Full time on site You will join a global IT consultancy delivering digital transformation to a public sector agency. Key Responsibilities: Build and configure laptops to organisational specifications. Decommission legacy laptops, ensuring secure data handling and disposal processes are followed. Maintain accurate records of devices built and decommissioned.

Cyber Security Architect - eSC Cleared + 6 months + + Fully remote working + 500 - 533 a day + Inside IR35 + eSC clearance required You will join a global IT consultancy who are delivering digital transformation to a government agency. The role: Design Authority for Cyber Security domain. Key stakeholder management for internal, as well as external parties. Expert strategy advisory within client facing Managed Services accounts along with new deals and transitions. Trusted advice to the Client by cultivating strong symbiotic Client relationships. Direction and guidance on technical aspects, ensuring adherence to Service Line strategy, standards and practices while aligning with client requirements. Your skills and experience A proven track record of acting as Cyber Security Architect within a Managed Services environment. Can demonstrate experience of operating as a Service Line Design Authority within the constraints and complexities of large Managed Services accounts, bids, and transitions. Able to demonstrate a knowledge of contracts and commercials as well as proven stakeholder management and client relationship skills.

DevOps Engineers - SC Cleared Rate : to 515 a day (Inside IR35) Locations: Remote in the UK Durations: Initially six months Clearance : SC and willingness to undergo enhanced SC You will join a global IT consultancy, who are delivering digital transformation to a public sector body. You will: Build and maintain cloud platforms with a high degree of focus on technical reuse, standardisation and blueprints; think code first rather than "ClickOps" Embrace modern ways of working and feel part of our customer's outcomes as we group around activities in agile type sprints. Continue to strengthen and bolster your existing capabilities in platform engineering through a mix of professional training, certifications, and experiences. Your skills and experience A proven track record in platform engineering, particularly with: Azure/AWS, Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD pipelines, Kubernetes, and VCS (GitHub). Can demonstrate tangible experiences of end-to-end delivery using ITIL frameworks. A background in infrastructure and networking would be advantageous, as would experience working in an Agile manner.

Role: Data Architect Location: Edinburgh or Luton (hybrid/onsite as required) Engagement: Contract - Inside IR35 Rate: 550 - 650 per day Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required Project Description We are seeking an experienced Data Architect to lead the design, implementation, and governance of enterprise-scale data architectures within a secure environment. You will be responsible for ensuring data across systems is accurate, accessible, secure, and aligned to business and technical objectives. The role requires extensive experience delivering data-intensive systems end-to-end, from initial requirements capture through architecture design and implementation to production delivery. You will work closely with customers and stakeholders to translate business needs into robust, scalable data solutions. You will act as a senior technical authority, collaborating proactively with IT teams, data engineers, system engineers, and business stakeholders to define data models, data flows, and governance frameworks. Key Responsibilities Design and implement enterprise-level data architecture solutions, including databases, data warehouses, data lakes, and lakehouse platforms Develop and maintain conceptual, logical, and physical data models Define and enforce data management standards, policies, and best practices Work closely with data engineers to design and optimise ETL/ELT pipelines for structured and unstructured data Ensure data quality, consistency, security, and compliance across platforms Collaborate with business stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions Oversee data integration across cloud and on-premises environments Support and lead data governance initiatives, including metadata management, MDM, and regulatory compliance Evaluate and recommend new data technologies, tools, and platforms Provide technical leadership and mentorship to data engineering and analytics teams Skills and Experience Required Active SC Clearance (mandatory) Bachelor's degree in STEM, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science, or related field (Master's preferred) Strong experience in data architecture, database design, or senior data engineering roles High proficiency in SQL and database technologies (e.g. Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL) Strong knowledge of data warehouse, data lake, and lakehouse architectures Experience with ETL/ELT frameworks and orchestration tools (e.g. Informatica, Talend, Apache Airflow) Proven experience establishing and maintaining data governance frameworks Strong understanding of data security, access controls, and compliance requirements Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills Familiarity with AI/ML data pipelines and analytics platforms Preferred Qualifications Experience with cloud data platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Experience with big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka) Familiarity with UML / SysML Strong understanding of API integration and microservices data flows

Role: Data Engineer Location: Edinburgh or Luton (hybrid/onsite as required) Engagement: Contract - Inside IR35 Security Clearance: Active SC Clearance required Rate: 500 - 600 per day - inside IR35 Project Description We are seeking an experienced Data Engineer to design, build, deploy, and maintain robust data platforms and pipelines within a secure environment. You will be responsible for the end-to-end data engineering lifecycle, transforming raw data into high-quality, consumable datasets that support analytics, reporting, and advanced modelling. You will own and optimise the data operations infrastructure, ensuring performance, reliability, scalability, and security as data volumes and processing demands grow. This role requires strong problem-solving skills, the ability to integrate data from multiple sources, and hands-on experience with modern data engineering tools and practices. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, deploy, and support scalable data infrastructure, pipelines, and architectures Orchestrate ingestion and storage of raw data into structured and unstructured data solutions Implement reliable, automated, and well-tested data ingestion and processing workflows Build and maintain batch and real-time data processing systems Manage and optimise performance, reliability, scalability, and security of data platforms Support data governance, quality, and compliance requirements Prepare data pipelines for descriptive, predictive, and prescriptive analytics Collaborate closely with data scientists, architects, IT teams, and business stakeholders Identify opportunities for new data acquisition and improved data utilisation Monitor, manage, and enhance data quality and reliability through automated tooling Skills and Experience Required Active SC Clearance (mandatory) Strong experience designing and maintaining data pipelines, data warehouses, and data platforms Solid knowledge of DataOps practices, including CI/CD, containerisation, and workflow orchestration Hands-on experience with ETL/ELT frameworks and big data tools (e.g. Spark, Airflow, Hive) Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, and SQL Experience with SQL and NoSQL database design and optimisation Strong understanding of batch and streaming data processing Degree in a STEM-related field; Master's degree desirable Data engineering certifications (e.g. IBM Certified Data Engineer) are advantageous

Security Infrastructure Engineer +6 months + +Hybrid in Corsham +Inside IR35 + 500 - 580 a day +SC / DV cleared role Key Skills: +SC / DV clearance +Vmware +Linux +Cyber Security +MOD experience Security Infrastructure Engineer to support the Security Team in the installation, configuration, maintenance, and update of servers and software components. Working closely with the Project Manager (PM), Technical Design Architect (TDA), Security Assurance Coordinator (SAC), and wider engineering teams, you will play a key role in delivering compliant, accredited, and secure infrastructure solutions within a complex defence environment. Responsibilities Support the installation, configuration, administration, and maintenance of secure infrastructure and software components. Work with the PM, TDA, and engineering teams to produce system security engineering designs, solutions, and documentation. Act as the primary security engineering conduit between PM, SAC, TDA, and engineering teams to ensure compliant security solutions. Attend and contribute to regular governance and review meetings, including the Security Working Group (SWG). Engage with stakeholders and dependent projects to deliver coordinated security engineering solutions supporting accreditation and registrations Contribute to the Security Accreditation Plan in coordination with the Project SAC. Validate engineering designs against JSP 453 / JSP 604, providing supporting evidence and documentation. Identify security risks, recommend mitigations, and advise on secure design decisions. Provide advice on in-service and emerging cyber security technologies, including cost, risk, and benefits analysis. Essential Knowledge, Skills & Experience Strong experience in security infrastructure engineering within secure or regulated environments. Infrastructure access control expertise, including: Ubuntu / Linux system administration LDAP design and management RADIUS / TACACS configuration Proven experience supporting the installation, configuration, administration, and support of secure infrastructure solutions. Strong understanding and administration of PKI hierarchies . Knowledge of security frameworks including NIST CSF , ISO 27001 , and MOD Secure by Design (SbD) . Experience providing security input to: Virtualisation technologies (VMware ESXi 8, vCentre 8) Network infrastructure (Cisco IOS-XE, ASA, BGP, VRF/MPLS, VPN, QoS) Clear understanding of JSP 604 / JSP 453 network security engineering compliance. Highly Desirable Qualifications Cyber security certifications such as: CompTIA Security+ GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC) Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) Desirable Skills & Experience Scripting and automation (Python, PHP). Delivery in high-pressure, complex organisational environments. Writing and analysing technical and security requirements. Supporting product selection against cost, performance, and timescale constraints. Experience working within large, multi-disciplinary technical teams. Knowledge of Cyber Essentials / Cyber Essentials Plus . Experience with penetration testing and system security assurance. In-date professional registration (e.g. APMG , CIISec ). Experience delivering secure solutions within the UK public sector, ideally Defence Digital . Delivery experience across Agile (SAFe4) and Waterfall methodologies. Knowledge of SCOM .