ServiceNow Technical Architect - DV Cleared Location: Remote (UK-based with travel to client sites)Salary: £80,000 - £100,000 per annum + 10% annual bonusClearance: Must hold active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance We are seeking an experienced ServiceNow Technical Architect to join a high-performing delivery team, leading the design and delivery of complex ServiceNow solutions across enterprise and public sector environments. This is a remote role with UK-based travel to client sites as required. This is a senior, client-facing position suited to a technical leader who combines deep platform expertise with strong stakeholder engagement skills. You will define architectural direction, guide delivery teams, and play a critical role in shaping large-scale ServiceNow programmes. Key Responsibilities Architectural Leadership Lead end-to-end technical design across ServiceNow implementations, with a focus on ITSM, ITOM, and CMDB Define architecture standards, integration patterns, and platform strategy across engagements Produce high-quality solution architecture and design documentation Ensure all solutions align with best practices, are scalable, and remain upgrade-safe Delivery & Technical Governance Act as the senior technical escalation point across the full delivery lifecycle Conduct design and code reviews, ensuring quality and consistency Identify and mitigate technical risks across programmes Oversee platform health including performance, instance strategy, and upgrade planning Client Engagement & Pre-Sales Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders Lead solution workshops, scoping sessions, and architectural discussions Translate complex requirements into clear, deliverable technical solutions Support pre-sales activities including proposals and demonstrations Leadership & Practice Development Mentor and develop consultants across the technical team Contribute to best practices, reusable assets, and internal capability development Stay current with ServiceNow platform innovations, including AI capabilities Help shape the ongoing growth and maturity of the technical practice Skills & Experience Proven experience as a ServiceNow Technical Architect or senior technical lead Deep expertise across ITSM, ITOM, and CMDB / CSDM Strong understanding of ServiceNow architecture including integrations (REST/SOAP/MID Server), data model, and security Hands-on development capability across Flows, Business Rules, Script Includes, UI Policies, and custom applications Experience delivering complex, enterprise-scale solutions end-to-end Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills Excellent communication skills, able to engage both technical and non-technical audiences Must hold active DV security clearance ServiceNow certifications such as CSA and CIS-ITSM (CTA desirable) Desirable ServiceNow Certified Technical Architect (CTA) or working towards Experience with AI/ML capabilities within the ServiceNow platform Background in public sector, defence, or highly regulated environments Additional ServiceNow certifications across ITOM or other modules Knowledge of ITIL frameworks Benefits Private medical insurance Death in service cover Ongoing training and certification support 10% annual bonus Share scheme This is a key leadership role offering the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact ServiceNow programmes, influence architectural direction, and play a central role in delivering innovative solutions within a secure environment. Apply now to take the next step in your career.
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
ServiceNow Technical Architect - DV Cleared Location: Remote (UK-based with travel to client sites)Salary: £80,000 - £100,000 per annum + 10% annual bonusClearance: Must hold active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance We are seeking an experienced ServiceNow Technical Architect to join a high-performing delivery team, leading the design and delivery of complex ServiceNow solutions across enterprise and public sector environments. This is a remote role with UK-based travel to client sites as required. This is a senior, client-facing position suited to a technical leader who combines deep platform expertise with strong stakeholder engagement skills. You will define architectural direction, guide delivery teams, and play a critical role in shaping large-scale ServiceNow programmes. Key Responsibilities Architectural Leadership Lead end-to-end technical design across ServiceNow implementations, with a focus on ITSM, ITOM, and CMDB Define architecture standards, integration patterns, and platform strategy across engagements Produce high-quality solution architecture and design documentation Ensure all solutions align with best practices, are scalable, and remain upgrade-safe Delivery & Technical Governance Act as the senior technical escalation point across the full delivery lifecycle Conduct design and code reviews, ensuring quality and consistency Identify and mitigate technical risks across programmes Oversee platform health including performance, instance strategy, and upgrade planning Client Engagement & Pre-Sales Build trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders Lead solution workshops, scoping sessions, and architectural discussions Translate complex requirements into clear, deliverable technical solutions Support pre-sales activities including proposals and demonstrations Leadership & Practice Development Mentor and develop consultants across the technical team Contribute to best practices, reusable assets, and internal capability development Stay current with ServiceNow platform innovations, including AI capabilities Help shape the ongoing growth and maturity of the technical practice Skills & Experience Proven experience as a ServiceNow Technical Architect or senior technical lead Deep expertise across ITSM, ITOM, and CMDB / CSDM Strong understanding of ServiceNow architecture including integrations (REST/SOAP/MID Server), data model, and security Hands-on development capability across Flows, Business Rules, Script Includes, UI Policies, and custom applications Experience delivering complex, enterprise-scale solutions end-to-end Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills Excellent communication skills, able to engage both technical and non-technical audiences Must hold active DV security clearance ServiceNow certifications such as CSA and CIS-ITSM (CTA desirable) Desirable ServiceNow Certified Technical Architect (CTA) or working towards Experience with AI/ML capabilities within the ServiceNow platform Background in public sector, defence, or highly regulated environments Additional ServiceNow certifications across ITOM or other modules Knowledge of ITIL frameworks Benefits Private medical insurance Death in service cover Ongoing training and certification support 10% annual bonus Share scheme This is a key leadership role offering the opportunity to work on complex, high-impact ServiceNow programmes, influence architectural direction, and play a central role in delivering innovative solutions within a secure environment. Apply now to take the next step in your career.
Data Architect Ncounter is supporting a specialist consultancy delivering into highly sensitive National Security and Defence programmes, now seeking a DV Cleared Data Architect to join a high-impact transformation initiative. This contract requires 3 days per week onsite on the South Coast. This role sits at the heart of complex, secure data environments, focusing on the design of scalable architectures that enable integration, governance, and analytics across mission-critical systems. You will work alongside senior stakeholders, optimisation leads and solution architects to ensure data structures are aligned to operational needs, while providing clear architectural direction within fast-paced programmes. Key Responsibilities • Design and implement secure, scalable data architectures across complex environments • Define data models, standards and integration patterns across platforms • Embed data governance, quality and compliance aligned to Defence standards • Align data structures with operational tools, systems and user requirements • Collaborate with solution architects and programme teams to deliver cohesive solutions • Support full lifecycle delivery, from requirements through to deployment What We're Looking For • Active DV clearance is essential • Strong experience delivering data architecture within UK Defence or MOD environments • Proven background operating across multiple security classifications • Experience within consultancy or client-facing delivery roles • Knowledge of cloud data platforms, particularly Azure and AWS • Familiarity with data visualisation and analytics tooling such as Power BI or Qlik • Strong stakeholder engagement skills across technical and non-technical audiences This is a contract opportunity offering £750-850 per day, working on programmes where data architecture is critical to operational success. You will play a key role in shaping secure data capabilities while influencing how organisations structure, govern and utilise data at scale. If you hold active DV clearance and are looking to take on a high-impact contract within Defence, please get in touch to discuss further.
Apr 28, 2026
Contractor
Data Architect Ncounter is supporting a specialist consultancy delivering into highly sensitive National Security and Defence programmes, now seeking a DV Cleared Data Architect to join a high-impact transformation initiative. This contract requires 3 days per week onsite on the South Coast. This role sits at the heart of complex, secure data environments, focusing on the design of scalable architectures that enable integration, governance, and analytics across mission-critical systems. You will work alongside senior stakeholders, optimisation leads and solution architects to ensure data structures are aligned to operational needs, while providing clear architectural direction within fast-paced programmes. Key Responsibilities • Design and implement secure, scalable data architectures across complex environments • Define data models, standards and integration patterns across platforms • Embed data governance, quality and compliance aligned to Defence standards • Align data structures with operational tools, systems and user requirements • Collaborate with solution architects and programme teams to deliver cohesive solutions • Support full lifecycle delivery, from requirements through to deployment What We're Looking For • Active DV clearance is essential • Strong experience delivering data architecture within UK Defence or MOD environments • Proven background operating across multiple security classifications • Experience within consultancy or client-facing delivery roles • Knowledge of cloud data platforms, particularly Azure and AWS • Familiarity with data visualisation and analytics tooling such as Power BI or Qlik • Strong stakeholder engagement skills across technical and non-technical audiences This is a contract opportunity offering £750-850 per day, working on programmes where data architecture is critical to operational success. You will play a key role in shaping secure data capabilities while influencing how organisations structure, govern and utilise data at scale. If you hold active DV clearance and are looking to take on a high-impact contract within Defence, please get in touch to discuss further.
Security Architect - SC Cleared - Outside IR35 Location : London Length: Initial 6 Months Type : 1 day a week on-site Clearance : Active SC Clearance IR35: Outside Rate: £500 - £550 Contingency : Must be able to start within 1-2 weeks Sanderson G&D are seeking a Security Architect who will provide strategic cyber security advice and guidance to digital product teams, acting as a Close Support Partner to ensure Secure by Design principles are embedded throughout the product development lifecycle. The role focuses on assurance, architecture guidance, and risk-based decision support, enabling secure delivery without owning build or operations. Key Responsibilities Attend regular project and design meetings to understand requirements and delivery milestones. Perform initial and iterative threat modelling for new features, integrations, and architectural changes. Advise on secure architecture design, including IAM, network segmentation, encryption, and data protection. Recommend and review security controls for cloud-native environments. Provide guidance on secure coding practices and advisory support for code reviews. Support incident response planning and vulnerability management during development. Review and advise on third-party integrations, ensuring appropriate technical and contractual safeguards. Provide assurance that Secure by Design principles are being consistently applied. Essential Experience Proven experience as a Security Architect or senior cyber security consultant in digital delivery environments. Strong Secure by Design, threat modelling, and risk-based security expertise. Experience advising product teams in agile, cloud-based delivery contexts. Confident engaging with architects, developers, and delivery leads in an advisory capacity. If you're interested, apply or reach out to Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Apr 28, 2026
Contractor
Security Architect - SC Cleared - Outside IR35 Location : London Length: Initial 6 Months Type : 1 day a week on-site Clearance : Active SC Clearance IR35: Outside Rate: £500 - £550 Contingency : Must be able to start within 1-2 weeks Sanderson G&D are seeking a Security Architect who will provide strategic cyber security advice and guidance to digital product teams, acting as a Close Support Partner to ensure Secure by Design principles are embedded throughout the product development lifecycle. The role focuses on assurance, architecture guidance, and risk-based decision support, enabling secure delivery without owning build or operations. Key Responsibilities Attend regular project and design meetings to understand requirements and delivery milestones. Perform initial and iterative threat modelling for new features, integrations, and architectural changes. Advise on secure architecture design, including IAM, network segmentation, encryption, and data protection. Recommend and review security controls for cloud-native environments. Provide guidance on secure coding practices and advisory support for code reviews. Support incident response planning and vulnerability management during development. Review and advise on third-party integrations, ensuring appropriate technical and contractual safeguards. Provide assurance that Secure by Design principles are being consistently applied. Essential Experience Proven experience as a Security Architect or senior cyber security consultant in digital delivery environments. Strong Secure by Design, threat modelling, and risk-based security expertise. Experience advising product teams in agile, cloud-based delivery contexts. Confident engaging with architects, developers, and delivery leads in an advisory capacity. If you're interested, apply or reach out to Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Software Engineer (Junior-Senior) £50,000-£80,000+ Hybrid Defence Sector Ready to build software that makes a real-world impact? Join a high-performing engineering team delivering mission-critical solutions within the defence and national security space. You'll work on complex, high-stakes systems where reliability, performance, and security are paramount - contributing to technology that truly matters. This opportunity is open to engineers across Junior, Mid, and Senior levels , offering clear progression, exposure to cutting-edge technologies, and the chance to work alongside experienced engineers, data scientists, and domain experts. What You'll Do Design, develop, and maintain secure, high-performance software systems Write clean, scalable code in languages such as Python, C++, Java, or JavaScript Contribute to system architecture and technical decision-making (level dependent) Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, data, and product Work on cloud-based and on-premise infrastructure (AWS / Azure / secure environments) Support CI/CD pipelines, testing, and deployment in regulated environments Ensure software meets strict security and compliance standards What We're Looking For STEM degree (Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or similar) Experience level: Junior: Strong academic background + internships/personal projects Mid: Commercial experience delivering production-grade software Senior: Proven track record in system design, leadership, and delivery Proficiency in at least one core language: Python, C++, Java, or JavaScript Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in complex environments Familiarity with Git, testing practices, and software development lifecycle Highly Desirable: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) Exposure to DevOps practices (CI/CD, containerisation, infrastructure as code) Knowledge of secure software development or regulated industries Important Requirements Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC/DV) Must be willing to work within the defence/national security sector Why Join Impact: Work on systems that support national security and critical operations Progression: Clear career pathways from Junior to Senior and beyond Learning: Ongoing technical development and exposure to advanced technologies Environment: Collaborative, mission-driven engineering culture Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, hybrid working, and long-term career stability Apply Now If you're motivated by solving complex problems and want to build secure, high-impact systems, we'd love to hear from you.
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
Software Engineer (Junior-Senior) £50,000-£80,000+ Hybrid Defence Sector Ready to build software that makes a real-world impact? Join a high-performing engineering team delivering mission-critical solutions within the defence and national security space. You'll work on complex, high-stakes systems where reliability, performance, and security are paramount - contributing to technology that truly matters. This opportunity is open to engineers across Junior, Mid, and Senior levels , offering clear progression, exposure to cutting-edge technologies, and the chance to work alongside experienced engineers, data scientists, and domain experts. What You'll Do Design, develop, and maintain secure, high-performance software systems Write clean, scalable code in languages such as Python, C++, Java, or JavaScript Contribute to system architecture and technical decision-making (level dependent) Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, data, and product Work on cloud-based and on-premise infrastructure (AWS / Azure / secure environments) Support CI/CD pipelines, testing, and deployment in regulated environments Ensure software meets strict security and compliance standards What We're Looking For STEM degree (Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or similar) Experience level: Junior: Strong academic background + internships/personal projects Mid: Commercial experience delivering production-grade software Senior: Proven track record in system design, leadership, and delivery Proficiency in at least one core language: Python, C++, Java, or JavaScript Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in complex environments Familiarity with Git, testing practices, and software development lifecycle Highly Desirable: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) Exposure to DevOps practices (CI/CD, containerisation, infrastructure as code) Knowledge of secure software development or regulated industries Important Requirements Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC/DV) Must be willing to work within the defence/national security sector Why Join Impact: Work on systems that support national security and critical operations Progression: Clear career pathways from Junior to Senior and beyond Learning: Ongoing technical development and exposure to advanced technologies Environment: Collaborative, mission-driven engineering culture Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, hybrid working, and long-term career stability Apply Now If you're motivated by solving complex problems and want to build secure, high-impact systems, we'd love to hear from you.
Dynamics 365 Developer - sought by leading pensions provider in London/Belfast - Hybrid - Contract Inside IR35 - umbrella Key Responsibilities Dynamics 365 Development & Configuration Design, configure, and customise Dynamics 365 (Sales) entities, forms, views, dashboards, and business process flows Extend platform capability through plugins, workflows, JavaScript, Power Platform components, and Azure integrations Define and implement best-fit technical solutions aligned to existing architecture and business processes Lead end-to-end development of Dynamics 365 CRM solutions Integration, Data & Environments Build and manage integrations with Microsoft 365, external systems, and APIs Support data migration, upgrades, and deployment activities across environments Implement and maintain security roles, permissions, and environment governance Manage solutions across the full application lifecycle (build, release, support) Delivery & Quality Work closely with Business Analysts and delivery teams to translate functional requirements into scalable, maintainable solutions Plan, estimate, design, develop, and implement solutions in line with agreed delivery plans Troubleshoot, optimise, and enhance existing CRM functionality Resolve complex technical issues while maintaining high engineering standards Adhere to quality assurance controls to improve solution quality and streamline releases Collaboration & Adoption Collaborate with business teams (e.g. Business Development, Marketing, Operations) to ensure solutions meet real operational needs Provide technical guidance and advice to colleagues and delivery partners Contribute to technical documentation, standards, and knowledge sharing Support Dynamics 365 adoption through well-engineered, user-focused solutions Continuously develop product and technology knowledge to ensure best-practice delivery Required Experience & Skills Essential Proven hands-on experience delivering Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE / Power Platform solutions Experience delivering Dynamics 365 migrations and upgrades , particularly within Dynamics Sales Strong understanding of the Microsoft technology stack Experience developing and configuring Dynamics workflows and business processes Hands-on experience building custom Dynamics 365 applications Experience working in Agile / DevOps delivery environments Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills Eligibility for Security Clearance Desirable Experience with Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI) Experience with the wider Microsoft 365 ecosystem (SharePoint, Teams) Experience integrating Dynamics with APIs or third-party systems Experience using Azure DevOps for backlog, delivery, and release management Experience delivering enterprise-scale CRM solutions Ability to deliver technical training or enablement sessions Experience running developer forums, drop-in sessions, or capability-building initiatives Please apply within for further details - Matthew Holmes, Harvey Nash Always use these settings
Apr 28, 2026
Contractor
Dynamics 365 Developer - sought by leading pensions provider in London/Belfast - Hybrid - Contract Inside IR35 - umbrella Key Responsibilities Dynamics 365 Development & Configuration Design, configure, and customise Dynamics 365 (Sales) entities, forms, views, dashboards, and business process flows Extend platform capability through plugins, workflows, JavaScript, Power Platform components, and Azure integrations Define and implement best-fit technical solutions aligned to existing architecture and business processes Lead end-to-end development of Dynamics 365 CRM solutions Integration, Data & Environments Build and manage integrations with Microsoft 365, external systems, and APIs Support data migration, upgrades, and deployment activities across environments Implement and maintain security roles, permissions, and environment governance Manage solutions across the full application lifecycle (build, release, support) Delivery & Quality Work closely with Business Analysts and delivery teams to translate functional requirements into scalable, maintainable solutions Plan, estimate, design, develop, and implement solutions in line with agreed delivery plans Troubleshoot, optimise, and enhance existing CRM functionality Resolve complex technical issues while maintaining high engineering standards Adhere to quality assurance controls to improve solution quality and streamline releases Collaboration & Adoption Collaborate with business teams (e.g. Business Development, Marketing, Operations) to ensure solutions meet real operational needs Provide technical guidance and advice to colleagues and delivery partners Contribute to technical documentation, standards, and knowledge sharing Support Dynamics 365 adoption through well-engineered, user-focused solutions Continuously develop product and technology knowledge to ensure best-practice delivery Required Experience & Skills Essential Proven hands-on experience delivering Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE / Power Platform solutions Experience delivering Dynamics 365 migrations and upgrades , particularly within Dynamics Sales Strong understanding of the Microsoft technology stack Experience developing and configuring Dynamics workflows and business processes Hands-on experience building custom Dynamics 365 applications Experience working in Agile / DevOps delivery environments Strong communication and stakeholder collaboration skills Eligibility for Security Clearance Desirable Experience with Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps, Power BI) Experience with the wider Microsoft 365 ecosystem (SharePoint, Teams) Experience integrating Dynamics with APIs or third-party systems Experience using Azure DevOps for backlog, delivery, and release management Experience delivering enterprise-scale CRM solutions Ability to deliver technical training or enablement sessions Experience running developer forums, drop-in sessions, or capability-building initiatives Please apply within for further details - Matthew Holmes, Harvey Nash Always use these settings
Gregory Martin International Limited
Winchester, Hampshire
Principal Consultant - MOD, Defence, Government Location - Winchester, Hampshire / Hybrid role Salary: £70,000 to £90,000 plus bonus, medical, life insurance The Opportunity Our client is looking for a positive and enthusiastic Principal Consultant with demonstrable experience in developing Cat A 5-case model Business Cases within UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Government (Navy, Submarine, Army). This role combines a sound knowledge of consultancy delivery with strategic business case leadership, focussing on the strategic case and economic case, optioneering, evidence and approvals. It is an excellent opportunity to become a key member of a small, agile, and growing consultancy working at the heart of Defence transformation. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills , strong stakeholder engagement skills and able to build collaborative relationships You will work in a dynamic team with consultants, analysts and senior MOD stakeholders across a range of complex transformation programmes. This role will initially support Defence clients, delivering robust, evidence-based Business Cases that secure investment and enable successful delivery. Skills & Experience required for role of Principal Consultant: We believe skills and experience of the following will enable you to excel in this role: Extensive experience developing MOD Business Cases (SOC, OBC, FBC) for complex programmes, platforms, digital, data, or capability investments. Collaborative working with MOD finance, commercial, and assurance teams. Strong knowledge of HM Treasury Green Book, JSP 655 and Defence approvals processes. Proven ability to build compelling strategic, economic, commercial, financial, and management cases supported by robust evidence and analysis. Experience eliciting requirements, defining business processes, and developing target operating models in complex Defence environments. Knowledge of data analysis, benefits realisation, and performance measurement to underpin investment decisions. Requirements management. Capability Management. Experience leading senior client interactions and establishing trusted-advisor relationships on both short- and long-term engagements. Strong delivery leadership skills, including managing multi-disciplinary teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to influence at all levels. A positive, flexible, and collaborative approach, with a preference for building and working as part of high-performing teams. The ability to engage and enthuse personnel, and provide effective support and challenge, across all areas and at all levels within client organisations. Recent UK Defence Security Clearance (SC or DV) would be benefical. Qualifications- Degree, MBA or equiv experience , Project Management qualifications e.g. APMP useful. The Principal Consultants role will include: Leading the development of high-value MOD Business Cases, including Strategic Outline Case (SOC), Outline Business Case (OBC), and Full Business Case (FBC), in line with HM Treasury Green Book and MOD approvals processes. Shaping investment strategies, options analysis, affordability models, investment appraisals, benefits cases, and value-for-money arguments to secure senior and investment approval. Working directly with MOD and Defence stakeholders as a lead business analyst and trusted advisor to help stakeholders agree the best option / strategy. Defining and analysing complex business problems, operating models, and capability gaps within Defence environments. Providing leadership, and leading teams across solution architecture and delivery oversight to ensure Business Cases are credible, deliverable, and benefits-led. Contributing to developing the company's business case and analysis capabilities. Developing and managing senior client relationships, including SROs, programme directors, and commercial, finance, and assurance stakeholders. Building and managing relationships with delivery partners and specialist associates. A competitive package will be offered, based on your experience. This is a hybrid role, you will be required to travel to client sites mainly across the Southeast, Southwest, London, occasional trips to other parts of the UK and Scotland.The role is a mix of client sites, office and home working. Principal Consultant - MOD, Defence, Government
Apr 28, 2026
Full time
Principal Consultant - MOD, Defence, Government Location - Winchester, Hampshire / Hybrid role Salary: £70,000 to £90,000 plus bonus, medical, life insurance The Opportunity Our client is looking for a positive and enthusiastic Principal Consultant with demonstrable experience in developing Cat A 5-case model Business Cases within UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) and Government (Navy, Submarine, Army). This role combines a sound knowledge of consultancy delivery with strategic business case leadership, focussing on the strategic case and economic case, optioneering, evidence and approvals. It is an excellent opportunity to become a key member of a small, agile, and growing consultancy working at the heart of Defence transformation. You will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills , strong stakeholder engagement skills and able to build collaborative relationships You will work in a dynamic team with consultants, analysts and senior MOD stakeholders across a range of complex transformation programmes. This role will initially support Defence clients, delivering robust, evidence-based Business Cases that secure investment and enable successful delivery. Skills & Experience required for role of Principal Consultant: We believe skills and experience of the following will enable you to excel in this role: Extensive experience developing MOD Business Cases (SOC, OBC, FBC) for complex programmes, platforms, digital, data, or capability investments. Collaborative working with MOD finance, commercial, and assurance teams. Strong knowledge of HM Treasury Green Book, JSP 655 and Defence approvals processes. Proven ability to build compelling strategic, economic, commercial, financial, and management cases supported by robust evidence and analysis. Experience eliciting requirements, defining business processes, and developing target operating models in complex Defence environments. Knowledge of data analysis, benefits realisation, and performance measurement to underpin investment decisions. Requirements management. Capability Management. Experience leading senior client interactions and establishing trusted-advisor relationships on both short- and long-term engagements. Strong delivery leadership skills, including managing multi-disciplinary teams. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to influence at all levels. A positive, flexible, and collaborative approach, with a preference for building and working as part of high-performing teams. The ability to engage and enthuse personnel, and provide effective support and challenge, across all areas and at all levels within client organisations. Recent UK Defence Security Clearance (SC or DV) would be benefical. Qualifications- Degree, MBA or equiv experience , Project Management qualifications e.g. APMP useful. The Principal Consultants role will include: Leading the development of high-value MOD Business Cases, including Strategic Outline Case (SOC), Outline Business Case (OBC), and Full Business Case (FBC), in line with HM Treasury Green Book and MOD approvals processes. Shaping investment strategies, options analysis, affordability models, investment appraisals, benefits cases, and value-for-money arguments to secure senior and investment approval. Working directly with MOD and Defence stakeholders as a lead business analyst and trusted advisor to help stakeholders agree the best option / strategy. Defining and analysing complex business problems, operating models, and capability gaps within Defence environments. Providing leadership, and leading teams across solution architecture and delivery oversight to ensure Business Cases are credible, deliverable, and benefits-led. Contributing to developing the company's business case and analysis capabilities. Developing and managing senior client relationships, including SROs, programme directors, and commercial, finance, and assurance stakeholders. Building and managing relationships with delivery partners and specialist associates. A competitive package will be offered, based on your experience. This is a hybrid role, you will be required to travel to client sites mainly across the Southeast, Southwest, London, occasional trips to other parts of the UK and Scotland.The role is a mix of client sites, office and home working. Principal Consultant - MOD, Defence, Government
Are you a Detection Engineer ready to take on the fight against modern adversaries? Join a well-established SOC working with high-profile Defence clients, where your expertise genuinely matters. In this hands-on technical role, you'll own the end-to-end design, development and maturity of detection logic across SIEM platforms-engineering effective responses to real-world attacker techniques. You'll operate with a high degree of autonomy, acting as a trusted SME across multiple secure environments within a complex MSSP setting. This is a standout opportunity to advance your career at the sharp end of cyber defence. Location: Hybrid working - 2 days per week in our Farnborough office. Security: You must hold or be eligible for SC Clearance. What you'll be doing: ? Design, build, test and continuously refine advanced SIEM detection logic, including rules, correlations and analytics. Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities and adversary TTPs, mapping them to MITRE ATT&CK to close detection and visibility gaps. Tune and validate detections to minimise false positives and deliver high-fidelity alerts for SOC analysts. Act as a technical authority, providing expert guidance to SOC Analysts, Architects and Engineers to strengthen overall detection capability. Define, implement and maintain technical detection standards across environments. Clearly communicate complex technical risks and detection logic to both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. What you'll bring: Deep SIEM expertise, building advanced detection logic, automation and complex queries in Splunk (SPL) and Microsoft Sentinel (KQL). A proven track record delivering complex detection engineering projects within enterprise or MSSP environments. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to break down sophisticated attacks into actionable detection patterns. Confidence to own technical delivery end-to-end, driving work through to completion with minimal escalation. Expert knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, with real-world application in detection engineering. A BSc in Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline. Solid scripting skills in Python, PowerShell, or similar, supporting automation and data manipulation. Experience developing detections in QRadar and/or conducting EDR-focused threat hunting (e.g. CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint). Broad infrastructure awareness across Cloud (Azure/AWS), on-prem, and SaaS / PaaS / IaaS environments. If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent. Location: Hybrid: 2 days per week in Farnborough. Security Clearance Level: SC Cleared or eligible. Internal Recruiter: Jane. Salary: To £65,000. Benefits: 25 days annual leave with the choice to buy additional days, health cash plan, life assurance and pension. Sopra Steria: Our Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets.
Apr 27, 2026
Full time
Are you a Detection Engineer ready to take on the fight against modern adversaries? Join a well-established SOC working with high-profile Defence clients, where your expertise genuinely matters. In this hands-on technical role, you'll own the end-to-end design, development and maturity of detection logic across SIEM platforms-engineering effective responses to real-world attacker techniques. You'll operate with a high degree of autonomy, acting as a trusted SME across multiple secure environments within a complex MSSP setting. This is a standout opportunity to advance your career at the sharp end of cyber defence. Location: Hybrid working - 2 days per week in our Farnborough office. Security: You must hold or be eligible for SC Clearance. What you'll be doing: ? Design, build, test and continuously refine advanced SIEM detection logic, including rules, correlations and analytics. Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities and adversary TTPs, mapping them to MITRE ATT&CK to close detection and visibility gaps. Tune and validate detections to minimise false positives and deliver high-fidelity alerts for SOC analysts. Act as a technical authority, providing expert guidance to SOC Analysts, Architects and Engineers to strengthen overall detection capability. Define, implement and maintain technical detection standards across environments. Clearly communicate complex technical risks and detection logic to both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. What you'll bring: Deep SIEM expertise, building advanced detection logic, automation and complex queries in Splunk (SPL) and Microsoft Sentinel (KQL). A proven track record delivering complex detection engineering projects within enterprise or MSSP environments. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to break down sophisticated attacks into actionable detection patterns. Confidence to own technical delivery end-to-end, driving work through to completion with minimal escalation. Expert knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, with real-world application in detection engineering. A BSc in Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline. Solid scripting skills in Python, PowerShell, or similar, supporting automation and data manipulation. Experience developing detections in QRadar and/or conducting EDR-focused threat hunting (e.g. CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint). Broad infrastructure awareness across Cloud (Azure/AWS), on-prem, and SaaS / PaaS / IaaS environments. If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent. Location: Hybrid: 2 days per week in Farnborough. Security Clearance Level: SC Cleared or eligible. Internal Recruiter: Jane. Salary: To £65,000. Benefits: 25 days annual leave with the choice to buy additional days, health cash plan, life assurance and pension. Sopra Steria: Our Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets.
Power BI Developer Remote + Travel to Liverpool Office Up to 60,000 Your new role As a Power BI Specialist, you will play a key role in helping the business to make data driven decisions. You will be responsible for analysing and interpreting complex data sets, from which you should be comfortable in creating automated Reports and Dashboards to meet the business wider needs. You will need to be eligible to passed Security Clearance. Responsibilities Analyze complex data sets and provide insight to stakeholders Develop and design new reports in Power BI Maintain and optimise existing reports and dashboards Be a champion for Power BI and grow user understanding Collaborate with cross functional teams and stakeholders Advanced Power Query knowledge for data transformation Identify and trouble shoot data and report issues Uphold high standards of data quality Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team. BI tools: Skills in BI tools and BI systems, such as Power BI, SAP, Tableau, etc., creating data-rich dashboards, implementing Row-level Security (RLS) in Power BI, writing DAX expressions, developing custom BI products with scripting and programming languages such as R, Python, etc. Microsoft BI stack: In-depth understanding and experience with Microsoft BI stacks such as Power Pivot, SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS. Data analytics: The ability to drill down data and visualize insights in the best possible way through charts, reports, or dashboards. Experience needed Proven experience in data-specific roles: A minimum experience of two to three years working with BI tools or any data-specific role with a sound knowledge of database management, data modelling, business intelligence, SQL querying, data warehousing, and online analytical processing (OLAP.) Over five years of experience working with Microsoft Business Intelligence Stack having Power BI, SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS, Fabric Lakehouse architecture, Fabric Pipelines, Azure Data Factory Proven experience analysing large complex datasets to create meaningful insights Desirable - experience in Advanced Analytics - predictive and prescriptive analysis Security Check (SC) vetting and clearance will be required Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Apr 27, 2026
Full time
Power BI Developer Remote + Travel to Liverpool Office Up to 60,000 Your new role As a Power BI Specialist, you will play a key role in helping the business to make data driven decisions. You will be responsible for analysing and interpreting complex data sets, from which you should be comfortable in creating automated Reports and Dashboards to meet the business wider needs. You will need to be eligible to passed Security Clearance. Responsibilities Analyze complex data sets and provide insight to stakeholders Develop and design new reports in Power BI Maintain and optimise existing reports and dashboards Be a champion for Power BI and grow user understanding Collaborate with cross functional teams and stakeholders Advanced Power Query knowledge for data transformation Identify and trouble shoot data and report issues Uphold high standards of data quality Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team. BI tools: Skills in BI tools and BI systems, such as Power BI, SAP, Tableau, etc., creating data-rich dashboards, implementing Row-level Security (RLS) in Power BI, writing DAX expressions, developing custom BI products with scripting and programming languages such as R, Python, etc. Microsoft BI stack: In-depth understanding and experience with Microsoft BI stacks such as Power Pivot, SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS. Data analytics: The ability to drill down data and visualize insights in the best possible way through charts, reports, or dashboards. Experience needed Proven experience in data-specific roles: A minimum experience of two to three years working with BI tools or any data-specific role with a sound knowledge of database management, data modelling, business intelligence, SQL querying, data warehousing, and online analytical processing (OLAP.) Over five years of experience working with Microsoft Business Intelligence Stack having Power BI, SSIS, SSRS, and SSAS, Fabric Lakehouse architecture, Fabric Pipelines, Azure Data Factory Proven experience analysing large complex datasets to create meaningful insights Desirable - experience in Advanced Analytics - predictive and prescriptive analysis Security Check (SC) vetting and clearance will be required Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Bristol An exciting opportunity for a passionate Cloud Architect to join a unique, multi-national Information Management function. Ideal candidates should be committed to the future of software defined data centres and open source technologies and have the dedication in supporting our engineering community in a dynamic, fast paced development environment. Salary: Up to £74,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance British Citizen only. This role will require DV Clearance. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more The opportunity: We are seeking an experienced OpenStack & OpenShift Architect to design, implement, and optimise on premisescloud and container platforms. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud infrastructure (OpenStack) and container orchestration (Red Hat OpenShift/Kubernetes), with a strong focus on scalability, automation, and high availability. You will play a key role in defining cloud strategy, leading platform architecture, and guiding engineering teams in delivering robust, secure, and performant environments. Become part of a unique, well-respected team of dedicated people that have been recognised within our company for its professionalism, dedication and flexibility. Having the opportunity to work both nationally and internationally, broaden your horizons by embracing the rich cultural diversity of our company. Partner with both engineers within MBDA and suppliers to ensure services are meeting evolving business needs. Be part of an organisation with a values-led culture that is committed to investing in its workforce with a personal development programme. What we're looking for from you: Key Responsibilities Design and architect OpenStack-based private cloud solutions (RHOSO) Lead the deployment and management of Red Hat OpenShift clusters Define and implement cloud-native architecture patterns Integrate OpenStack with container platforms (OpenShift/Kubernetes) Drive automation using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools Ensure high availability, scalability, and disaster recovery strategies Establish security best practices across infrastructure and platforms Collaborate with DevOps, security, and application teams Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and governance Evaluate and recommend new tools, technologies, and improvements Required Skills & Experience Cloud & Virtualisation Strong experience with OpenStack (Nova, Neutron, Cinder, Glance, Keystone) Hands-on experience designing and deploying private cloud environments Understanding of multi-region / multi-tenant architectures Container Platforms Deep expertise in Red Hat OpenShift (OCP 4.x) Strong knowledge of Kubernetes architecture and components Experience with container lifecycle management Automation & DevOps Proficiency with Ansible, Terraform, or similar IaC tools Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, ArgoCD) Scripting skills (Python, Bash, or similar) Storage Experience with Ceph or other distributed storage systems Understanding of block, object, and file storage concepts Preferred Qualifications but not necessary Red Hat certifications (e.g., RHCA, RHCE, OpenShift certification) Experience with hybrid or multi-cloud environments Familiarity with service mesh (Istio) and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana) Exposure to GitOps practices Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Apr 25, 2026
Full time
Bristol An exciting opportunity for a passionate Cloud Architect to join a unique, multi-national Information Management function. Ideal candidates should be committed to the future of software defined data centres and open source technologies and have the dedication in supporting our engineering community in a dynamic, fast paced development environment. Salary: Up to £74,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance British Citizen only. This role will require DV Clearance. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more The opportunity: We are seeking an experienced OpenStack & OpenShift Architect to design, implement, and optimise on premisescloud and container platforms. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in cloud infrastructure (OpenStack) and container orchestration (Red Hat OpenShift/Kubernetes), with a strong focus on scalability, automation, and high availability. You will play a key role in defining cloud strategy, leading platform architecture, and guiding engineering teams in delivering robust, secure, and performant environments. Become part of a unique, well-respected team of dedicated people that have been recognised within our company for its professionalism, dedication and flexibility. Having the opportunity to work both nationally and internationally, broaden your horizons by embracing the rich cultural diversity of our company. Partner with both engineers within MBDA and suppliers to ensure services are meeting evolving business needs. Be part of an organisation with a values-led culture that is committed to investing in its workforce with a personal development programme. What we're looking for from you: Key Responsibilities Design and architect OpenStack-based private cloud solutions (RHOSO) Lead the deployment and management of Red Hat OpenShift clusters Define and implement cloud-native architecture patterns Integrate OpenStack with container platforms (OpenShift/Kubernetes) Drive automation using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools Ensure high availability, scalability, and disaster recovery strategies Establish security best practices across infrastructure and platforms Collaborate with DevOps, security, and application teams Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and governance Evaluate and recommend new tools, technologies, and improvements Required Skills & Experience Cloud & Virtualisation Strong experience with OpenStack (Nova, Neutron, Cinder, Glance, Keystone) Hands-on experience designing and deploying private cloud environments Understanding of multi-region / multi-tenant architectures Container Platforms Deep expertise in Red Hat OpenShift (OCP 4.x) Strong knowledge of Kubernetes architecture and components Experience with container lifecycle management Automation & DevOps Proficiency with Ansible, Terraform, or similar IaC tools Experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, ArgoCD) Scripting skills (Python, Bash, or similar) Storage Experience with Ceph or other distributed storage systems Understanding of block, object, and file storage concepts Preferred Qualifications but not necessary Red Hat certifications (e.g., RHCA, RHCE, OpenShift certification) Experience with hybrid or multi-cloud environments Familiarity with service mesh (Istio) and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana) Exposure to GitOps practices Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Cyber Security Architect / Assurance Location(s): Remote, Bristol and Newbury Type: Flexible, driven by work requirements IR Status: TBC Rate: £600 - £800 Clearance: Must have active MOD DV Length: 3-6 months Sanderson G&D are seeking an MOD DV Cleared Security Architect for an existing programme of work in the defence sector. Role/Requirements Assuring secure system architectures aligned to NCSC principles, JSP 440, JSP 604, and MOD security patterns. Inputting into High-Level Designs (HLDs) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs) with explicit security controls. Conducting threat modelling (STRIDE, attack trees, kill chain analysis). Identifying and documenting security requirements for systems, networks, and cloud services. Ensuring designs meet classification requirements Security Controls & Patterns Advising and assuring secure configuration baselines Designing identity, access, and privilege models (RBAC, Zero Trust, MFA, PAM). Ensuring encryption, key management, and data-handling controls meet MOD standards. Design Governance Presenting designs Ensuring all designs are traceable to MOD security policies and risk appetite. Assurance Activities (Compliance, Risk, Accreditation) Risk & Compliance Conduct risk assessments using MOD-approved methodologies (e.g., NIST, ISO 27005). Produce and maintain Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) and Risk Treatment Plans (RTPs). Identify non-compliances and propose compensating controls. Accreditation & Governance Support or lead the RMADS (Risk Management and Accreditation Document Set). Work with the Accreditor, DAIS, or Security Assurance Coordinator (SAC). Prepare evidence for Security Assurance Cases and IA artefacts. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Apr 25, 2026
Contractor
Cyber Security Architect / Assurance Location(s): Remote, Bristol and Newbury Type: Flexible, driven by work requirements IR Status: TBC Rate: £600 - £800 Clearance: Must have active MOD DV Length: 3-6 months Sanderson G&D are seeking an MOD DV Cleared Security Architect for an existing programme of work in the defence sector. Role/Requirements Assuring secure system architectures aligned to NCSC principles, JSP 440, JSP 604, and MOD security patterns. Inputting into High-Level Designs (HLDs) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs) with explicit security controls. Conducting threat modelling (STRIDE, attack trees, kill chain analysis). Identifying and documenting security requirements for systems, networks, and cloud services. Ensuring designs meet classification requirements Security Controls & Patterns Advising and assuring secure configuration baselines Designing identity, access, and privilege models (RBAC, Zero Trust, MFA, PAM). Ensuring encryption, key management, and data-handling controls meet MOD standards. Design Governance Presenting designs Ensuring all designs are traceable to MOD security policies and risk appetite. Assurance Activities (Compliance, Risk, Accreditation) Risk & Compliance Conduct risk assessments using MOD-approved methodologies (e.g., NIST, ISO 27005). Produce and maintain Security Risk Assessments (SRAs) and Risk Treatment Plans (RTPs). Identify non-compliances and propose compensating controls. Accreditation & Governance Support or lead the RMADS (Risk Management and Accreditation Document Set). Work with the Accreditor, DAIS, or Security Assurance Coordinator (SAC). Prepare evidence for Security Assurance Cases and IA artefacts. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Cyber Security GRC Consultant (DV Cleared) Location: Cambridgeshire / London, Hybrid - c. 3 days minimum on-site presence required Contract Type: Permanent & Full-time Salary: Competitive + Benefits About the Role As a Cyber Security Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in delivering Secure by Design risk and security assurance services within MOD and Public Sector environments. You'll collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to define and implement security risk assessments and best practice solutions, ensuring alignment with business risk appetites and transformation goals. You'll be part of a knowledge-sharing culture, working alongside expert peers in Secure Architecture and Risk Planning. Key Responsibilities Deliver Secure by Design risk and security assurance functions within MOD/Public Sector. Lead and advise on risk management frameworks, ISMS, and Enterprise Security Risk Management. Facilitate security and risk workshops with Authority departments. Produce clear reporting on vulnerabilities, risks, controls, and treatment activities. Provide pragmatic remediation and risk management guidance. Support secure design across technology platforms including cloud infrastructures. Contribute to blogs and research within the business community. Experience Required The successful candidate will possess proven experience in cybersecurity, security architecture, threat modelling, or related fields within Public Sector and MOD and will have achieved or be working towards Full Membership of CIISEC and UK Cyber Security Council professional registration at either Chartered or Principal for Risk Management. Active DV clearance required Strong working knowledge of: Security Assurance Coordinator or Delivery Team Security Lead roles JSP440, JSP604/453 & JSP490 Working with system secure design MOD/GDS Secure by Design Principles Supplier Chain Assurance and Risks. Security related legislation (e.g. GDPR, PCI DSS, ICO requirements). Security Control Frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF and CIS Controls v8. HMG, NPSA and NCSC security policies, standards and guidance. Have experience building and implementing secure by design principals within the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Threat Modelling - Kill Chain - Attack tree analysis. Working understanding of: Cloud security including Azure, Amazon Web Service, Key Management Systems, Containerisation, Network Security Groups, Host based firewalls, Web Application Firewalls Physical Network Infrastructure, Anti-Patterns, Network Firewalls, IDS/IPS, DMZs AI use cases, secure configuration (ISO42001 knowledge preferable), ITHC scoping and remediation action plans. HLD and LLD reviews and analysis. Working knowledge and experience of tooling relating to cloud security posture management offerings, cloud native security (AWS/Azure) and endpoint security. Proficient in Public Key Infrastructure, Data at Rest/inTransit, Cryptography, Privileged User Access Management, Zero Trust, Cross Domain Solutions and Role-based Access Controls. Thrives on tackling challenges with creative solutions, challenging the normal. What's in it for You Hybrid Working: c. 3 days onsite per week. Career Development: Continuous learning and professional growth. Interested? Submit your application to learn more about this exciting opportunity Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Apr 24, 2026
Full time
Cyber Security GRC Consultant (DV Cleared) Location: Cambridgeshire / London, Hybrid - c. 3 days minimum on-site presence required Contract Type: Permanent & Full-time Salary: Competitive + Benefits About the Role As a Cyber Security Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in delivering Secure by Design risk and security assurance services within MOD and Public Sector environments. You'll collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to define and implement security risk assessments and best practice solutions, ensuring alignment with business risk appetites and transformation goals. You'll be part of a knowledge-sharing culture, working alongside expert peers in Secure Architecture and Risk Planning. Key Responsibilities Deliver Secure by Design risk and security assurance functions within MOD/Public Sector. Lead and advise on risk management frameworks, ISMS, and Enterprise Security Risk Management. Facilitate security and risk workshops with Authority departments. Produce clear reporting on vulnerabilities, risks, controls, and treatment activities. Provide pragmatic remediation and risk management guidance. Support secure design across technology platforms including cloud infrastructures. Contribute to blogs and research within the business community. Experience Required The successful candidate will possess proven experience in cybersecurity, security architecture, threat modelling, or related fields within Public Sector and MOD and will have achieved or be working towards Full Membership of CIISEC and UK Cyber Security Council professional registration at either Chartered or Principal for Risk Management. Active DV clearance required Strong working knowledge of: Security Assurance Coordinator or Delivery Team Security Lead roles JSP440, JSP604/453 & JSP490 Working with system secure design MOD/GDS Secure by Design Principles Supplier Chain Assurance and Risks. Security related legislation (e.g. GDPR, PCI DSS, ICO requirements). Security Control Frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST CSF and CIS Controls v8. HMG, NPSA and NCSC security policies, standards and guidance. Have experience building and implementing secure by design principals within the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Threat Modelling - Kill Chain - Attack tree analysis. Working understanding of: Cloud security including Azure, Amazon Web Service, Key Management Systems, Containerisation, Network Security Groups, Host based firewalls, Web Application Firewalls Physical Network Infrastructure, Anti-Patterns, Network Firewalls, IDS/IPS, DMZs AI use cases, secure configuration (ISO42001 knowledge preferable), ITHC scoping and remediation action plans. HLD and LLD reviews and analysis. Working knowledge and experience of tooling relating to cloud security posture management offerings, cloud native security (AWS/Azure) and endpoint security. Proficient in Public Key Infrastructure, Data at Rest/inTransit, Cryptography, Privileged User Access Management, Zero Trust, Cross Domain Solutions and Role-based Access Controls. Thrives on tackling challenges with creative solutions, challenging the normal. What's in it for You Hybrid Working: c. 3 days onsite per week. Career Development: Continuous learning and professional growth. Interested? Submit your application to learn more about this exciting opportunity Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Our client is looking for a technically skilled CAD Designer to create and maintain high-accuracy technical drawings and plans. Working alongside engineers and architects, you will be responsible for translating complex data into detailed visual representations. Mandatory Requirement Security Clearance: Holding Active Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance is essential for this role due to the nature of the projects. Key Responsibilities Technical Drafting: Create 2D and 3D drawings using software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit. Design Interpretation: Convert field sketches and technical specifications into accurate digital designs. Quality & Compliance: Conduct quality checks to correct errors and ensure all work meets industry standards. Project Support: Revise drawings based on feedback and maintain organized project files to meet strict deadlines. Required Skills Software Expertise: Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit is required. Drawing Principles: A strong understanding of technical drawing standards and the ability to interpret engineering plans. Precision: High attention to detail with a basic knowledge of materials and manufacturing. Collaboration: Strong communication skills to work effectively within a technical team. Preferred Experience Experience in construction, manufacturing, or civil engineering. Familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modeling) tools. Apply: If you are interested then please apply or share your updated CV on yogeshwari digital with your availability and I will give you a call back to discuss the role further. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 24, 2026
Contractor
Our client is looking for a technically skilled CAD Designer to create and maintain high-accuracy technical drawings and plans. Working alongside engineers and architects, you will be responsible for translating complex data into detailed visual representations. Mandatory Requirement Security Clearance: Holding Active Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance is essential for this role due to the nature of the projects. Key Responsibilities Technical Drafting: Create 2D and 3D drawings using software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit. Design Interpretation: Convert field sketches and technical specifications into accurate digital designs. Quality & Compliance: Conduct quality checks to correct errors and ensure all work meets industry standards. Project Support: Revise drawings based on feedback and maintain organized project files to meet strict deadlines. Required Skills Software Expertise: Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or Revit is required. Drawing Principles: A strong understanding of technical drawing standards and the ability to interpret engineering plans. Precision: High attention to detail with a basic knowledge of materials and manufacturing. Collaboration: Strong communication skills to work effectively within a technical team. Preferred Experience Experience in construction, manufacturing, or civil engineering. Familiarity with BIM (Building Information Modeling) tools. Apply: If you are interested then please apply or share your updated CV on yogeshwari digital with your availability and I will give you a call back to discuss the role further. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Principal Software Engineer - TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, C++, Linux, IoT, K8 Southampton (Onsite) £75,000 + generous pension & benefits Are you an experienced Software Engineer who thrives on solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology? This is an opportunity to join a talented engineering team building advanced, real-time software systems used in safety-critical environments worldwide. You'll be working at the intersection of enterprise software, IoT, and data-driven decision-making; developing solutions that genuinely make a difference. Why this role is exciting This isn't just another enterprise software role. You'll be working on a sophisticated platform that connects physical devices (IoT) with real-time data processing, delivering actionable insights through modern web applications. The systems you help build are deployed globally and play a vital role in protecting people, infrastructure, and national security. Engineers here consistently highlight exposure to multiple Kubernetes environments (on-prem, cloud, VM-based), working across diverse customer use cases with unique technical challenges, the chance to experiment with new tools, architectures, and AI integrations, and a broad technical landscape spanning microservices, real-time systems, and distributed architectures. About You - What makes you a great fit We're looking for a technical expert who can lead and inspire. Strong background in Object Oriented Programming with knowledge of C++, Python or similar. Recent experience in TypeScript / JavaScript. Deep experience with distributed systems, microservices, and APIs. Solid understanding of connectivity (TCP/IP, device communication, telemetry). Experience working with Linux environments and Kubernetes. Ability to communicate confidently with both engineers and senior stakeholders. Proven experience leading teams including remote and offshore collaboration. A STEM degree is required, reflecting the level of technical depth and problem-solving involved. Tech environment Kubernetes across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments. Microservices architecture with real-time data processing. IoT integrations and telemetry pipelines. Modern web applications (TypeScript / JavaScript). CI/CD, DevOps, and infrastructure as code. Emerging work around AI integration and intelligent features. Why join Work on meaningful, real-world problems with global impact. Gain exposure to a broad and evolving tech stack. Be part of a team that values innovation, experimentation, and learning. Play a key role in delivering complex solutions to high-profile customers. Collaborate with a highly skilled, mission-driven engineering team. Additional info Due to the nature of the work, you must be eligible to obtain UK security clearance. Please hit apply to upload your CV or contact for more details and a confidential discussion. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
Principal Software Engineer - TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, C++, Linux, IoT, K8 Southampton (Onsite) £75,000 + generous pension & benefits Are you an experienced Software Engineer who thrives on solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology? This is an opportunity to join a talented engineering team building advanced, real-time software systems used in safety-critical environments worldwide. You'll be working at the intersection of enterprise software, IoT, and data-driven decision-making; developing solutions that genuinely make a difference. Why this role is exciting This isn't just another enterprise software role. You'll be working on a sophisticated platform that connects physical devices (IoT) with real-time data processing, delivering actionable insights through modern web applications. The systems you help build are deployed globally and play a vital role in protecting people, infrastructure, and national security. Engineers here consistently highlight exposure to multiple Kubernetes environments (on-prem, cloud, VM-based), working across diverse customer use cases with unique technical challenges, the chance to experiment with new tools, architectures, and AI integrations, and a broad technical landscape spanning microservices, real-time systems, and distributed architectures. About You - What makes you a great fit We're looking for a technical expert who can lead and inspire. Strong background in Object Oriented Programming with knowledge of C++, Python or similar. Recent experience in TypeScript / JavaScript. Deep experience with distributed systems, microservices, and APIs. Solid understanding of connectivity (TCP/IP, device communication, telemetry). Experience working with Linux environments and Kubernetes. Ability to communicate confidently with both engineers and senior stakeholders. Proven experience leading teams including remote and offshore collaboration. A STEM degree is required, reflecting the level of technical depth and problem-solving involved. Tech environment Kubernetes across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments. Microservices architecture with real-time data processing. IoT integrations and telemetry pipelines. Modern web applications (TypeScript / JavaScript). CI/CD, DevOps, and infrastructure as code. Emerging work around AI integration and intelligent features. Why join Work on meaningful, real-world problems with global impact. Gain exposure to a broad and evolving tech stack. Be part of a team that values innovation, experimentation, and learning. Play a key role in delivering complex solutions to high-profile customers. Collaborate with a highly skilled, mission-driven engineering team. Additional info Due to the nature of the work, you must be eligible to obtain UK security clearance. Please hit apply to upload your CV or contact for more details and a confidential discussion. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Stevenage We are looking for a talented Software Engineer with a strong background in data science to join our team, working within a concept programme. The role is ideal for someone who thrives when working within a research environment, exploring new and different ways of working to prepare us for future needs! Salary: Circa £65,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: typically, 4 to 5 days per week on-site due, to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship . Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: You will play a key role, with responsibilities in areas of: Design and development of scalable software systems/solutions with integrated data science capabilities. Creating and maintain database schemas and data models Maintain and enhance existing architectural components such as Data Ingest and Data Stores. Troubleshooting and diagnosing issues within integrated (enriched) data systems. Work with complex dataset to extract insights that supports drive decisions/solutions Translate experimental ideas into production-ready solutions Monitor system performance and implement updates to maintain optimal operation. Continuously evaluate emerging technologies, engaging wider to incorporate them into our development strategies What we're looking for from you: Strong and significant software engineering experience (C++, Java or similar) Solid background in data science and machine learning research, or statistical modelling Experience developing and prototyping novel systems or approaches Ability to take research concepts through to practical application An adaptable and continuous learning mindset Strong problem-solving skills and research-oriented mindset Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
Stevenage We are looking for a talented Software Engineer with a strong background in data science to join our team, working within a concept programme. The role is ideal for someone who thrives when working within a research environment, exploring new and different ways of working to prepare us for future needs! Salary: Circa £65,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: typically, 4 to 5 days per week on-site due, to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship . Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The opportunity: You will play a key role, with responsibilities in areas of: Design and development of scalable software systems/solutions with integrated data science capabilities. Creating and maintain database schemas and data models Maintain and enhance existing architectural components such as Data Ingest and Data Stores. Troubleshooting and diagnosing issues within integrated (enriched) data systems. Work with complex dataset to extract insights that supports drive decisions/solutions Translate experimental ideas into production-ready solutions Monitor system performance and implement updates to maintain optimal operation. Continuously evaluate emerging technologies, engaging wider to incorporate them into our development strategies What we're looking for from you: Strong and significant software engineering experience (C++, Java or similar) Solid background in data science and machine learning research, or statistical modelling Experience developing and prototyping novel systems or approaches Ability to take research concepts through to practical application An adaptable and continuous learning mindset Strong problem-solving skills and research-oriented mindset Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Job Title: Solutions Architect Salary: £80,000 - £103,000 DOE + Benefits + Hybrid Working Location: London Job description We are currently looking for Solution Architects to join our collaborative team, driving business transformations through strategic insights to enable lasting change through pragmatic use of technology. Contribute to innovation and a mission for a more positive human future in a tech-driven world. Work with our clients to design and deliver their most complex business and technical solutions. Working through the full delivery lifecycle, our Solution Architects bring a hands-on, delivery focus across all domains and leading technologies to our clients. Qualifications As a Solution Architect and technology leader in our Digital & Data team, you will: Work directly with client colleagues to define robust technology solutions based upon our clients' needs. Sometimes you'll even need to help our clients understand what those needs are as they start their digital transformation journey. Many of our clients are FTSE 100 companies, large government departments or critical national infrastructure providers and you can expect to get involved in projects that have genuine impact from day 1. Own, create and assure key architecture artefacts such as: Key Design Decision, Technical Options Paper, High Level Design, Low Level Design, Reference Architecture and Roadmap. To do this, you'll need to deploy a range of consulting and stakeholder management skills to inform, engage and influence colleagues and decision makers from across our client's businesses. Support our client's senior leaders to help shape their case for change, typically leading on cost estimation and supporting creation of detailed planning and benefits realisation for the technology solutions you design. Work closely with Engineering teams, often taking a lead SME role helping to define the vision, establish Architectural Guardrails, Architecture Runways and Detailed Designs as well as unblocking the team as issues arise. Whilst operating as a Solution Architect, you will likely come from a hands-on Software Engineering background with experience leading engineering teams to deliver applications and services, enabling you to quickly build credibility. Rapidly understand and effectively communicate complex technical ideas to board-level business leaders and their teams. You'll use your technical writing and presentation skills to do this supported by productivity tools such as: PowerPoint, Word, Visio Be confident using your architecture skills and experience across the full range of architectural domains, with a specialism in at least one: Business, Data, Application, Technology and Security Bring to bear a clear understanding and practical application of architecture and delivery methodologies such as: TOGAF, Zachmann, MODAF or SAFe Use your understanding and application of architecture modelling tools and frameworks to communicate your ideas: UML, ArchiMate, Ardoq, and others. Design and deliver architecture solutions within governance and target operating models, using a range of ways of working and delivery methodologies: Waterfall, SAFe, Scrum, Kanban Commit yourself to continuous improvement and professional development. Everyone's experience is different so we're not prescriptive about this. Certifications in appropriate methodologies and cloud technologies are advantageous: AWS, Azure, GCP, TOGAF, SAFe Thrive in a trust-based, inclusive environment that values excellence, innovation and curiosity. To support you, we'll provide a number of career accelerators including training opportunities - both business and technical, focused mentoring and the variety of engagements needed to really invest in your consulting skills and take your work to the next level! You are required to be able to work in the UK full time without restriction and be eligible for SC Clearance. If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience required for this role, then please apply to Evolve Recruitment, Kingston upon Thames for more information. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
Apr 23, 2026
Full time
Job Title: Solutions Architect Salary: £80,000 - £103,000 DOE + Benefits + Hybrid Working Location: London Job description We are currently looking for Solution Architects to join our collaborative team, driving business transformations through strategic insights to enable lasting change through pragmatic use of technology. Contribute to innovation and a mission for a more positive human future in a tech-driven world. Work with our clients to design and deliver their most complex business and technical solutions. Working through the full delivery lifecycle, our Solution Architects bring a hands-on, delivery focus across all domains and leading technologies to our clients. Qualifications As a Solution Architect and technology leader in our Digital & Data team, you will: Work directly with client colleagues to define robust technology solutions based upon our clients' needs. Sometimes you'll even need to help our clients understand what those needs are as they start their digital transformation journey. Many of our clients are FTSE 100 companies, large government departments or critical national infrastructure providers and you can expect to get involved in projects that have genuine impact from day 1. Own, create and assure key architecture artefacts such as: Key Design Decision, Technical Options Paper, High Level Design, Low Level Design, Reference Architecture and Roadmap. To do this, you'll need to deploy a range of consulting and stakeholder management skills to inform, engage and influence colleagues and decision makers from across our client's businesses. Support our client's senior leaders to help shape their case for change, typically leading on cost estimation and supporting creation of detailed planning and benefits realisation for the technology solutions you design. Work closely with Engineering teams, often taking a lead SME role helping to define the vision, establish Architectural Guardrails, Architecture Runways and Detailed Designs as well as unblocking the team as issues arise. Whilst operating as a Solution Architect, you will likely come from a hands-on Software Engineering background with experience leading engineering teams to deliver applications and services, enabling you to quickly build credibility. Rapidly understand and effectively communicate complex technical ideas to board-level business leaders and their teams. You'll use your technical writing and presentation skills to do this supported by productivity tools such as: PowerPoint, Word, Visio Be confident using your architecture skills and experience across the full range of architectural domains, with a specialism in at least one: Business, Data, Application, Technology and Security Bring to bear a clear understanding and practical application of architecture and delivery methodologies such as: TOGAF, Zachmann, MODAF or SAFe Use your understanding and application of architecture modelling tools and frameworks to communicate your ideas: UML, ArchiMate, Ardoq, and others. Design and deliver architecture solutions within governance and target operating models, using a range of ways of working and delivery methodologies: Waterfall, SAFe, Scrum, Kanban Commit yourself to continuous improvement and professional development. Everyone's experience is different so we're not prescriptive about this. Certifications in appropriate methodologies and cloud technologies are advantageous: AWS, Azure, GCP, TOGAF, SAFe Thrive in a trust-based, inclusive environment that values excellence, innovation and curiosity. To support you, we'll provide a number of career accelerators including training opportunities - both business and technical, focused mentoring and the variety of engagements needed to really invest in your consulting skills and take your work to the next level! You are required to be able to work in the UK full time without restriction and be eligible for SC Clearance. If you feel you have the relevant skills and experience required for this role, then please apply to Evolve Recruitment, Kingston upon Thames for more information. Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
Data & AI Strategy Consultant - Active SC £Market Rate per day Hybrid 4 weeks initially My client is an instantly recognisable consultancy who require Data & AI Strategy Consultants for a business-critical programme for a client within the Public Sector. Key Requirements: Proven commercial experience Consulting experience from a Strategy perspective within the Data & AI space. Active SC Clearance. Experience leading discovery and strategy engagements with senior stakeholders, translating complex business and operational challenges into clear AI, data, and ontology-enabled strategies, including prioritised use cases and value-driven roadmaps. The ability to define target-state architectures and operating models covering AI, data, and information domains, including semantic/ontology-driven information architecture, platform requirements, and integration with wider enterprise landscapes. Experience shaping the strategic case for change, developing high-level business cases, investment options, and phased delivery plans that articulate value, risks, dependencies, and readiness for implementation in regulated environments. The ability to provide deep technical and architectural insight across modern AI/ML (including GenAI), data platforms, knowledge graphs, and semantic technologies (e.g. ontologies, standards, governance), ensuring recommendations are practical, secure, and future proof. Strong advisory experience with governance, standards, and responsible adoption, defining principles for AI, data, and ontology lifecycle management, ownership, interoperability, and compliance within security-cleared or highly regulated contexts. The ability to collaborate across client and partner teams (architecture, data, delivery, change) to ensure strategy outputs are coherent, adoptable, and ready to transition into delivery, while clearly communicating complex concepts to non-technical leaders. Nice to have: Immediate availability. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 21, 2026
Contractor
Data & AI Strategy Consultant - Active SC £Market Rate per day Hybrid 4 weeks initially My client is an instantly recognisable consultancy who require Data & AI Strategy Consultants for a business-critical programme for a client within the Public Sector. Key Requirements: Proven commercial experience Consulting experience from a Strategy perspective within the Data & AI space. Active SC Clearance. Experience leading discovery and strategy engagements with senior stakeholders, translating complex business and operational challenges into clear AI, data, and ontology-enabled strategies, including prioritised use cases and value-driven roadmaps. The ability to define target-state architectures and operating models covering AI, data, and information domains, including semantic/ontology-driven information architecture, platform requirements, and integration with wider enterprise landscapes. Experience shaping the strategic case for change, developing high-level business cases, investment options, and phased delivery plans that articulate value, risks, dependencies, and readiness for implementation in regulated environments. The ability to provide deep technical and architectural insight across modern AI/ML (including GenAI), data platforms, knowledge graphs, and semantic technologies (e.g. ontologies, standards, governance), ensuring recommendations are practical, secure, and future proof. Strong advisory experience with governance, standards, and responsible adoption, defining principles for AI, data, and ontology lifecycle management, ownership, interoperability, and compliance within security-cleared or highly regulated contexts. The ability to collaborate across client and partner teams (architecture, data, delivery, change) to ensure strategy outputs are coherent, adoptable, and ready to transition into delivery, while clearly communicating complex concepts to non-technical leaders. Nice to have: Immediate availability. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
PRINCIPAL CYBERSECURITY ENGINEER SC Cleared - UK Only - (Sponsorship is unavailable) you must hold SC Clearance.Provide expert advice on the defences against cyber threats, data breaches, and emerging risks. This includes offering guidance on the selection, design, justification, implementation, and operational management of cybersecurity strategies, technologies, and standards. Contribute to the development and refinement of controls and processes to ensure the safety, confidentiality, integrity, availability, and overall security of data stored on systems. You will be responsible for identifying gaps in existing cybersecurity policies and procedures and, in collaboration with security, network, information governance, and technical leads, developing new measures to address these gaps. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: You will work closely with system and service owners, as well as internal and external stakeholders, to design, implement, and enforce appropriate protective and detective security controls, policies, and procedures. The role includes the administration and operational management of security tooling and SIEM platforms, with responsibility for monitoring, detecting, and responding to cyber threats, intrusions, and unauthorised or suspicious activity. This includes Microsoft Sentinel (data and source tuning, creation and maintenance of workbooks and connectors, and threat intelligence review), Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Defender for Cloud, and Darktrace, including system and model tuning, email module management, and configuration of autonomous response actions. You will be responsible for incident response activities, including triaging security alerts, investigating incidents, coordinating escalation and remediation, and conducting root cause analysis. You must be able to communicate effectively about security incidents and cyber risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. The role works closely with the Security Operations Centre (SOC) partner, supporting the assessment and investigation of alerts and contributing to the development and refinement of incident response plans and playbooks. You will support vulnerability management activities, including vulnerability assessments, annual audits, and penetration testing. This includes preparing and presenting incident, threat, and compliance reporting to stakeholders at all levels, including compiling a monthly SIRO report. Continuous improvement is a core responsibility. You will conduct post-incident reviews, recommend control and process improvements, and contribute to the creation and maintenance of cybersecurity governance documentation. You will also research emerging cyber threats and mitigation strategies and provide reports or presentations to senior stakeholders as required. The role supports cybersecurity training and awareness initiatives, promoting a strong security culture and helping to upskill colleagues in cybersecurity best practices. You will also collaborate with solution architects and project teams to ensure security is embedded into system and application designs, supporting secure architecture and delivery from the outset. Compliance & Framework Alignment: Ensure security operations align with regulatory standards and frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and NCSC CAF. Person SpecificationEssential: Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint/Cloud SIEM tools, threat intelligence platforms, and vulnerability management. Technical experience securing Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services cloud environments as well as on-premise/virtual Microsoft technologies. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to produce clear technical and non-technical reports. Ability to analyse and interpret security events/logs and perform remediation work to address security issues. Desirable: Recognised cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, GIAC, CISSP). Experience with DarkTrace Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
PRINCIPAL CYBERSECURITY ENGINEER SC Cleared - UK Only - (Sponsorship is unavailable) you must hold SC Clearance.Provide expert advice on the defences against cyber threats, data breaches, and emerging risks. This includes offering guidance on the selection, design, justification, implementation, and operational management of cybersecurity strategies, technologies, and standards. Contribute to the development and refinement of controls and processes to ensure the safety, confidentiality, integrity, availability, and overall security of data stored on systems. You will be responsible for identifying gaps in existing cybersecurity policies and procedures and, in collaboration with security, network, information governance, and technical leads, developing new measures to address these gaps. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: You will work closely with system and service owners, as well as internal and external stakeholders, to design, implement, and enforce appropriate protective and detective security controls, policies, and procedures. The role includes the administration and operational management of security tooling and SIEM platforms, with responsibility for monitoring, detecting, and responding to cyber threats, intrusions, and unauthorised or suspicious activity. This includes Microsoft Sentinel (data and source tuning, creation and maintenance of workbooks and connectors, and threat intelligence review), Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Defender for Cloud, and Darktrace, including system and model tuning, email module management, and configuration of autonomous response actions. You will be responsible for incident response activities, including triaging security alerts, investigating incidents, coordinating escalation and remediation, and conducting root cause analysis. You must be able to communicate effectively about security incidents and cyber risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. The role works closely with the Security Operations Centre (SOC) partner, supporting the assessment and investigation of alerts and contributing to the development and refinement of incident response plans and playbooks. You will support vulnerability management activities, including vulnerability assessments, annual audits, and penetration testing. This includes preparing and presenting incident, threat, and compliance reporting to stakeholders at all levels, including compiling a monthly SIRO report. Continuous improvement is a core responsibility. You will conduct post-incident reviews, recommend control and process improvements, and contribute to the creation and maintenance of cybersecurity governance documentation. You will also research emerging cyber threats and mitigation strategies and provide reports or presentations to senior stakeholders as required. The role supports cybersecurity training and awareness initiatives, promoting a strong security culture and helping to upskill colleagues in cybersecurity best practices. You will also collaborate with solution architects and project teams to ensure security is embedded into system and application designs, supporting secure architecture and delivery from the outset. Compliance & Framework Alignment: Ensure security operations align with regulatory standards and frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and NCSC CAF. Person SpecificationEssential: Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint/Cloud SIEM tools, threat intelligence platforms, and vulnerability management. Technical experience securing Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services cloud environments as well as on-premise/virtual Microsoft technologies. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to produce clear technical and non-technical reports. Ability to analyse and interpret security events/logs and perform remediation work to address security issues. Desirable: Recognised cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, GIAC, CISSP). Experience with DarkTrace Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk
Job Title: DV Cleared Technical Author Location: Cheltenham Duration: 6 months with likely extension Rate: Up to 650 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and able to go through highest security clearance process Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence sector, is hiring an experienced Technical Author. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to critical systems and operational processes within a secure environment. What you'll be doing: Producing, maintaining, and managing high-quality technical documentation for classified systems Translating complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and accurate written materials suitable for secure audiences Developing system documentation including architecture, design documents, user guides, operational manuals, and SOPs Supporting accreditation, assurance, and compliance documentation Collaborating closely with engineers, architects, cyber specialists, and stakeholders to validate content Ensuring all documentation aligns with security policies, governance frameworks, and information assurance standards Managing document control, versioning, and configuration throughout system lifecycles Preparing materials for both technical and non-technical audiences What you'll bring: Proven experience as a Technical Author or Documentation Specialist in highly secure or classified environments Strong ability to document complex technical systems clearly and accurately Experience producing documentation for IT, cyber, data, or engineering systems Excellent written communication skills with keen attention to detail Familiarity with formal documentation standards and structured authoring methods Ability to work collaboratively with technical teams and security professionals Strong understanding of information security and handling requirements Desirable skills: Background supporting UK defence, intelligence, or national security projects Experience documenting cyber security, data platforms, or software-based systems Familiarity with accreditation, risk management, or assurance documentation Experience with document management tools and markup languages such as Confluence, SharePoint, Markdown, or XML This role offers a chance to work on vital projects within a dynamic, secure environment. If you hold the necessary clearance and are passionate about producing impactful technical documentation, we encourage you to apply today!
Apr 20, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: DV Cleared Technical Author Location: Cheltenham Duration: 6 months with likely extension Rate: Up to 650 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and able to go through highest security clearance process Our client, a leading organisation in the Defence sector, is hiring an experienced Technical Author. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to critical systems and operational processes within a secure environment. What you'll be doing: Producing, maintaining, and managing high-quality technical documentation for classified systems Translating complex technical concepts into clear, concise, and accurate written materials suitable for secure audiences Developing system documentation including architecture, design documents, user guides, operational manuals, and SOPs Supporting accreditation, assurance, and compliance documentation Collaborating closely with engineers, architects, cyber specialists, and stakeholders to validate content Ensuring all documentation aligns with security policies, governance frameworks, and information assurance standards Managing document control, versioning, and configuration throughout system lifecycles Preparing materials for both technical and non-technical audiences What you'll bring: Proven experience as a Technical Author or Documentation Specialist in highly secure or classified environments Strong ability to document complex technical systems clearly and accurately Experience producing documentation for IT, cyber, data, or engineering systems Excellent written communication skills with keen attention to detail Familiarity with formal documentation standards and structured authoring methods Ability to work collaboratively with technical teams and security professionals Strong understanding of information security and handling requirements Desirable skills: Background supporting UK defence, intelligence, or national security projects Experience documenting cyber security, data platforms, or software-based systems Familiarity with accreditation, risk management, or assurance documentation Experience with document management tools and markup languages such as Confluence, SharePoint, Markdown, or XML This role offers a chance to work on vital projects within a dynamic, secure environment. If you hold the necessary clearance and are passionate about producing impactful technical documentation, we encourage you to apply today!
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here. The Role This role is part of Saab BlueBear in Bedfordshire. You will be required to support a mixture of R&D and product development activities and will be keen to get involved in all development areas, and have a good track history / proven track record in both problem solving and quality software development. Your role as a Sensor Fusion Lead will involve architecting, designing, implementing and testing embedded applications primarily focused around sensor suite integration and fusion. You may also lead a small team of other engineers. Tasks will generally involve architecting software systems and features that facilitate our state of the art methods for navigation in a variety of environments using our in-house fleet of UAVs. Key Responsibilities Primarily, your role will be to maintain, architect and develop our current sensor fusion capabilities and add new features in a structured and maintainable manner under direction of product owner (Head of Digital Systems). Research, Architect, Design and Test Sensor Fusion algorithms using Mathworks products. Technically lead the software development for Sensor Fusion activities to deliver new features and capabilities to our Autonomy and UAV systems. Ensure the Sensor Fusion software considers and implements redundancy, real-time, safety/critical and security objectives. Proactively engage with other engineers, teams and leadership to ensure needs are understood and met. Gain system wide knowledge and become a subject matter expert in the Sensor Fusion field. Ensure Sensor Fusion knowledge transfer through written and other methods to the rest of the team. Gain understanding and technically contribute to the wider software team and software projects. Skills and Experience Strong working experience of developing embedded C++ applications. Knowledge of state estimation / sensor fusion / navigation tools and techniques e.g. Kalman filters. Knowledge of the principles and characteristics of sensors and sensing processes. Experience in data processing and analysis. Experience in sensor selection, evaluation and modelling. Understanding of flight mechanics. Software Architecture skills for Embedded Systems and/or backend/server-based applications taking into account constraints of performance, security and redundancy Looks to work collaboratively rather than in isolation. Knowledge of GNSS and other positioning technologies (e.g. Visual Navigation). Working knowledge of Linux and/or real time operating systems such as FreeRTOS. Good understanding of development tool chain for debugging and problem solving using e.g. gdb. Knowledge of networking (e.g.TCP/IP). Knowledge of serial interfaces (e.g. RS422/485). Able to use (or even create) CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or similar. Knowledge of Matlab/Simulink Testing (Unit, Integration) and/or Test automation experience. Experience as a Technical leader. Experience mentoring junior engineers. Understanding of quality, safety and security standards for software (e.g. DO-178). Good communication skills for internal and external technical discussions. Knowledge of any of the following MQTT, DDS and GIS. Existing SC Clearance would be advantageous. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.
Apr 17, 2026
Full time
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland Saab in UK is growing rapidly, with over 500 colleagues across eight sites. We bring together Swedish heritage and British expertise to drive innovation in areas such as software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. Joining Saab in UK means contributing to the security and resilience of society while building a career with real scope for personal and professional growth. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here. The Role This role is part of Saab BlueBear in Bedfordshire. You will be required to support a mixture of R&D and product development activities and will be keen to get involved in all development areas, and have a good track history / proven track record in both problem solving and quality software development. Your role as a Sensor Fusion Lead will involve architecting, designing, implementing and testing embedded applications primarily focused around sensor suite integration and fusion. You may also lead a small team of other engineers. Tasks will generally involve architecting software systems and features that facilitate our state of the art methods for navigation in a variety of environments using our in-house fleet of UAVs. Key Responsibilities Primarily, your role will be to maintain, architect and develop our current sensor fusion capabilities and add new features in a structured and maintainable manner under direction of product owner (Head of Digital Systems). Research, Architect, Design and Test Sensor Fusion algorithms using Mathworks products. Technically lead the software development for Sensor Fusion activities to deliver new features and capabilities to our Autonomy and UAV systems. Ensure the Sensor Fusion software considers and implements redundancy, real-time, safety/critical and security objectives. Proactively engage with other engineers, teams and leadership to ensure needs are understood and met. Gain system wide knowledge and become a subject matter expert in the Sensor Fusion field. Ensure Sensor Fusion knowledge transfer through written and other methods to the rest of the team. Gain understanding and technically contribute to the wider software team and software projects. Skills and Experience Strong working experience of developing embedded C++ applications. Knowledge of state estimation / sensor fusion / navigation tools and techniques e.g. Kalman filters. Knowledge of the principles and characteristics of sensors and sensing processes. Experience in data processing and analysis. Experience in sensor selection, evaluation and modelling. Understanding of flight mechanics. Software Architecture skills for Embedded Systems and/or backend/server-based applications taking into account constraints of performance, security and redundancy Looks to work collaboratively rather than in isolation. Knowledge of GNSS and other positioning technologies (e.g. Visual Navigation). Working knowledge of Linux and/or real time operating systems such as FreeRTOS. Good understanding of development tool chain for debugging and problem solving using e.g. gdb. Knowledge of networking (e.g.TCP/IP). Knowledge of serial interfaces (e.g. RS422/485). Able to use (or even create) CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins or similar. Knowledge of Matlab/Simulink Testing (Unit, Integration) and/or Test automation experience. Experience as a Technical leader. Experience mentoring junior engineers. Understanding of quality, safety and security standards for software (e.g. DO-178). Good communication skills for internal and external technical discussions. Knowledge of any of the following MQTT, DDS and GIS. Existing SC Clearance would be advantageous. By submitting an application to Saab UK you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities that may include but are not limited to: Baseline Personnel Security checks, National Security Vetting, reference checks, verification of working rights and in all circumstances preferred candidates will be placed through a security interview Regardless of whether you value cutting edge technology, creativity or an innovative environment, everyone at Saab contributes to keeping people and society safe.
Closing Date - 23:00 on Tuesday 28th April 2026 Salary:£42,630 - £46,246, dependent on experience and made up of a base salary of £35,134 - £38,750, a concessionary payment of £2,758, and a skills payment of up to £4,738 (assessed at interview and offered from day one). You will also receive a one-off recruitment bonus of £2,000 (£1,000 on arrival and £1,000 on successful completion of probation). Flexible Working: We recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer full-time, part-time, and compressed hours. Due to the nature of the work, hybrid working may be more limited; however, some home working options may be available depending on business requirements. GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting edge technology, ingenuity, and partnerships to identify, analyse and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber attacks, and espionage. At GCHQ, you'll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. The Role A typical day as a Software Engineer at GCHQ involves working both collaboratively and independently to develop innovative solutions to complex, real world mission challenges. As part of an Agile, multidisciplinary team, you'll contribute to a culture of continuous learning and adaption. Teams experiment with new ideas, explore different technical approaches and tackle difficult problems that often require fresh thinking. Collaboration with analysts and technical specialists across multiple missions is central to shaping solutions that meet operational needs. Day to day work may include team check ins and planning sessions, reviewing and raising pull requests, and applying a range of engineering practices such as pair programming, mobbing, or focused individual development. You might also spend time researching and analysing web or mobile technologies, designing, documenting and implementing software solutions, and delivering software for mission requirements. You'll also support existing solutions throughout their lifecycle, all contributing to steady progress and well crafted outcomes. About You You'll bring a real aptitude for learning and problem solving, with a genuine interest in technology and trying new approaches. You enjoy developing ideas, exploring technical options and working with others to solve challenges. You will have practical experience in a software development environment gained through a previous role or an industrial placement. You're comfortable using at least one modern programming language or framework and have a good understanding of core software engineering practices. You'll be curious about cloud technologies, and any familiarity with AWS, Azure or GCP would be beneficial. You may have some experience with Agile or DevOps ways of working, CI/CD, automation or infrastructure as code, and you're keen to build confidence in areas like cloud security or vulnerability awareness. A basic understanding of Linux or Windows is useful, along with a willingness to learn more as part of the role. You'll work well in development teams, switching between independent tasks and collaborative work, and you're happy contributing across teams when needed. You can prioritise effectively, adapt to change and stay focused when things get challenging. You communicate clearly, enjoy sharing ideas and are comfortable engaging with a range of customers and technical colleagues. If you're enthusiastic about technology, motivated to develop skills and excited by our mission, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every requirement. Your perspective and potential could be exactly what we're looking for. Training and Development At GCHQ, we embrace a growth mindset and are committed to your development. You'll follow a blend of in house learning from our experts, external courses where helpful, and plenty of on the job experience. From day one, you'll have access to mentors and subject matter experts who will support you in building a development and career plan that works for you. We encourage you to dedicate time to continual professional development through formal courses and practical experimentation, supported by the innovation time available to you. You'll have access to books, online learning platforms, conferences and practical project work supported by experienced colleagues, along with funding towards formal qualifications. Training covers a broad range of areas, including Front End Design, RF Software Engineering, Site Reliability Engineering, Data Engineering, Solution Architecture, MLOps, UX, Agile, Cloud Engineering and Security. You'll also have access to courses including AWS certification, Scrum Master training, microservices, engineering patterns, Linux, user experience and leadership skills. Subscriptions to platforms like Cloud Academy, Pluralsight or O'Reilly are also available. Rewards and Benefits You'll receive a starting salary £42,630 - £46,246 dependent on skills and experience, with an additional one off bonus of £2,000 plus other benefits including: 25 days' annual leave, rising automatically to 30 days after 5 years' service, plus an additional 10.5 days of public and privilege holidays opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme an interest free season ticket loan a cycle to work scheme facilities such as a gym, restaurant, and on site coffee bars (at some locations) paid parental and adoption leave At GCHQ, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a workforce that truly reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: people of different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including individuals from groups that are currently under represented in our workforce, such as women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities and those from low socio economic backgrounds. Visit our website to find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity. GCHQ is proud to have achieved Leader status within the Department for Work and Pensions' Disability Confident scheme. The scheme encourages employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people. As a Disability Confident organisation, we aim to ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants who best meet the essential criteria for this position, assessed at sift, are offered an interview, if it is practical for us to do so. This is known as the Offer of Interview. To secure an interview for this role, the minimum criteria (in order of application process) are: Demonstrate a strong motivation to learn and adapt to Agile ways of working. Demonstrate an ability to develop software features. Demonstrate experience of working as a Software Engineer in a software engineering environment. This could include an industry placement. There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best, visit our How to Apply page for information on the reasonable adjustments we can offer. What to expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Online Situational Judgement Test (SJT) assessing the appropriateness of your responses to a series of short scenarios. The SJT tests criteria important for all roles in our organisation Technical and competency based interview, including a presentation. If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment, subject to vetting. Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 to 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before you apply To work at GCHQ, you must be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. Read about our eligibility criteria. This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It's something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. Find out more about the vetting process. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can't take any recreational drugs and you'll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before applying, we recommend setting up a separate email address for your contact with us to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid including identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you manage your application with us more securely. The role is based in Cheltenham, Bude, Manchester or Samlesbury so you'll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application, as we do not offer relocation costs. We offer reasonable reimbursement of travel costs for candidates attending in person appointments during the recruitment and vetting process. Full details will be provided with your interview or assessment invitation . click apply for full job details
Apr 16, 2026
Full time
Closing Date - 23:00 on Tuesday 28th April 2026 Salary:£42,630 - £46,246, dependent on experience and made up of a base salary of £35,134 - £38,750, a concessionary payment of £2,758, and a skills payment of up to £4,738 (assessed at interview and offered from day one). You will also receive a one-off recruitment bonus of £2,000 (£1,000 on arrival and £1,000 on successful completion of probation). Flexible Working: We recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer full-time, part-time, and compressed hours. Due to the nature of the work, hybrid working may be more limited; however, some home working options may be available depending on business requirements. GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting edge technology, ingenuity, and partnerships to identify, analyse and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber attacks, and espionage. At GCHQ, you'll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. The Role A typical day as a Software Engineer at GCHQ involves working both collaboratively and independently to develop innovative solutions to complex, real world mission challenges. As part of an Agile, multidisciplinary team, you'll contribute to a culture of continuous learning and adaption. Teams experiment with new ideas, explore different technical approaches and tackle difficult problems that often require fresh thinking. Collaboration with analysts and technical specialists across multiple missions is central to shaping solutions that meet operational needs. Day to day work may include team check ins and planning sessions, reviewing and raising pull requests, and applying a range of engineering practices such as pair programming, mobbing, or focused individual development. You might also spend time researching and analysing web or mobile technologies, designing, documenting and implementing software solutions, and delivering software for mission requirements. You'll also support existing solutions throughout their lifecycle, all contributing to steady progress and well crafted outcomes. About You You'll bring a real aptitude for learning and problem solving, with a genuine interest in technology and trying new approaches. You enjoy developing ideas, exploring technical options and working with others to solve challenges. You will have practical experience in a software development environment gained through a previous role or an industrial placement. You're comfortable using at least one modern programming language or framework and have a good understanding of core software engineering practices. You'll be curious about cloud technologies, and any familiarity with AWS, Azure or GCP would be beneficial. You may have some experience with Agile or DevOps ways of working, CI/CD, automation or infrastructure as code, and you're keen to build confidence in areas like cloud security or vulnerability awareness. A basic understanding of Linux or Windows is useful, along with a willingness to learn more as part of the role. You'll work well in development teams, switching between independent tasks and collaborative work, and you're happy contributing across teams when needed. You can prioritise effectively, adapt to change and stay focused when things get challenging. You communicate clearly, enjoy sharing ideas and are comfortable engaging with a range of customers and technical colleagues. If you're enthusiastic about technology, motivated to develop skills and excited by our mission, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every requirement. Your perspective and potential could be exactly what we're looking for. Training and Development At GCHQ, we embrace a growth mindset and are committed to your development. You'll follow a blend of in house learning from our experts, external courses where helpful, and plenty of on the job experience. From day one, you'll have access to mentors and subject matter experts who will support you in building a development and career plan that works for you. We encourage you to dedicate time to continual professional development through formal courses and practical experimentation, supported by the innovation time available to you. You'll have access to books, online learning platforms, conferences and practical project work supported by experienced colleagues, along with funding towards formal qualifications. Training covers a broad range of areas, including Front End Design, RF Software Engineering, Site Reliability Engineering, Data Engineering, Solution Architecture, MLOps, UX, Agile, Cloud Engineering and Security. You'll also have access to courses including AWS certification, Scrum Master training, microservices, engineering patterns, Linux, user experience and leadership skills. Subscriptions to platforms like Cloud Academy, Pluralsight or O'Reilly are also available. Rewards and Benefits You'll receive a starting salary £42,630 - £46,246 dependent on skills and experience, with an additional one off bonus of £2,000 plus other benefits including: 25 days' annual leave, rising automatically to 30 days after 5 years' service, plus an additional 10.5 days of public and privilege holidays opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme an interest free season ticket loan a cycle to work scheme facilities such as a gym, restaurant, and on site coffee bars (at some locations) paid parental and adoption leave At GCHQ, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a workforce that truly reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: people of different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including individuals from groups that are currently under represented in our workforce, such as women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities and those from low socio economic backgrounds. Visit our website to find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity. GCHQ is proud to have achieved Leader status within the Department for Work and Pensions' Disability Confident scheme. The scheme encourages employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people. As a Disability Confident organisation, we aim to ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants who best meet the essential criteria for this position, assessed at sift, are offered an interview, if it is practical for us to do so. This is known as the Offer of Interview. To secure an interview for this role, the minimum criteria (in order of application process) are: Demonstrate a strong motivation to learn and adapt to Agile ways of working. Demonstrate an ability to develop software features. Demonstrate experience of working as a Software Engineer in a software engineering environment. This could include an industry placement. There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best, visit our How to Apply page for information on the reasonable adjustments we can offer. What to expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Online Situational Judgement Test (SJT) assessing the appropriateness of your responses to a series of short scenarios. The SJT tests criteria important for all roles in our organisation Technical and competency based interview, including a presentation. If successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment, subject to vetting. Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 to 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before you apply To work at GCHQ, you must be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. Read about our eligibility criteria. This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It's something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. Find out more about the vetting process. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can't take any recreational drugs and you'll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before applying, we recommend setting up a separate email address for your contact with us to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid including identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you manage your application with us more securely. The role is based in Cheltenham, Bude, Manchester or Samlesbury so you'll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application, as we do not offer relocation costs. We offer reasonable reimbursement of travel costs for candidates attending in person appointments during the recruitment and vetting process. Full details will be provided with your interview or assessment invitation . click apply for full job details
