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Senior Software Security Engineer - Core Platform Services London About us PhysicsX is a deep-tech company with roots in numerical physics and Formula One, dedicated to accelerating hardware innovation at the speed of software. We are building an AI-driven simulation software stack for engineering and manufacturing across advanced industries. By enabling high-fidelity, multi-physics simulation through AI inference across the entire engineering lifecycle, PhysicsX unlocks new levels of optimization and automation in design, manufacturing, and operations - empowering engineers to push the boundaries of possibility. Our customers include leading innovators in Aerospace & Defense, Materials, Energy, Semiconductors, and Automotive. The Role We are recruiting for a Senior Software Security Engineer within our Core Platform Services Team. You will be responsible primarily for writing secure code components that all teams will use across the business. There is a strong emphasis on authentication for this role. What you will do Design and implement platform security features and guardrails. Act as an SME for security for the Core Services development team. This includes mentoring, performing threat modeling, and security code reviews. Help shape incident response procedures and vulnerability management workflows. Support the response team by validating and remediating product security vulnerabilities. Contribute to secure coding standards and provide training/mentorship to developers. What you bring to the table 8+ years in a developer role with a strong focus on designing and building security features Extensive RBAC/ABAC knowledge and implementation experience Experience with user, agent, and machine authentication workflows Hands-on experience with secure coding, OWASP Top 10, and threat modeling Strong developer skills and extensive experience shipping code to production Experienced in CI/CD, IaC, Python and Go Track record of balancing pragmatism and security rigor in a fast-paced team Thorough knowledge of authentication and authorization protocols (e.g., OAuth, OpenID Connect, SAML, LDAP, etc.) Strong communication skills, comfortable working across development teams and managing multiple initiatives Nice to Have Skills Strong understanding of AI security fundamentals Participation in bug bounty programs Familiarity with the BSIMM framework Experience in cloud security including identity and access management and cloud-native services We value diversity and are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of sex, race, religion, ethnicity, nationality, disability, age, sexual orientation or gender identity. We strongly encourage individuals from groups traditionally underrepresented in tech to apply. To help make a change, we sponsor bright women from disadvantaged backgrounds through their university degrees in science and mathematics. We collect diversity and inclusion data solely for the purpose of monitoring the effectiveness of our equal opportunities policies and ensuring compliance with UK employment and equality legislation. This information is confidential, used only in aggregate form, and will not influence the outcome of your application. We do not include application form fields or job posting noise in this description. The following sections were used for recruitment only and have been omitted to keep the posting focused on the role. Apply for this job Indicates a required field Name, Email, and CV submission details are collected as part of the application process. See the official policy for data handling and consent.

Overview Ubisense is a company at the forefront of Industry 4.0 and the Industrial Internet-of-Things. We build products that transform physical space into "smart space", enabling software to see, understand and participate in the real world of people and business activities. In so doing, we augment people and objects with new forms of insight and intelligence that make the environments we live and work in more productive, safe and profitable. This unique ability to connect the physical to the digital has been our driving force for more than 18 years and has enabled Fortune 500 manufacturers like Daimler-Benz, Lockheed Martin and John Deere to revolutionise the way they build our cars, the most advanced aircraft and the machinery that grows our food. We are a privately held company with around 60 employees, supporting customers across North America, Europe, UK, Japan and the Middle East. We have ambitious and well-funded growth plans, requiring talented people to help execute on our vision. We are looking for people who are interested in the future, who believe that technology will play a fundamental role in improving the world of tomorrow, and who want to be a part of making that happen. About the role Ubisense delivers solutions based on our SmartSpace and Dimension4 products, providing real-time visibility and control to customers in advanced manufacturing, transit, pharmaceutical, and defence sectors. SmartSpace is a highly configurable software platform targeted at complex problems in IoT and Industry 4.0. Many SmartSpace applications also use our world leading Dimension4 Real Time Location System. The Head of Software Engineering is accountable for building and operating a high-performing engineering organisation that delivers secure, reliable, and maintainable software at pace. This role owns the end-to-end engineering lifecycle-from strategy and architecture to delivery, tooling, and quality-while cultivating engineering excellence and modern DevOps/CI/CD practices. The successful candidate is a hands-on technical leader who can write code, set engineering standards, and lead teams through change. Key Outcomes (12-18 months) Reliable, predictable delivery: Transparent quarterly release train and sprint cadences; measurable improvements on DORA metrics (lead time, deployment frequency, change failure rate, MTTR). Modern delivery pipeline: A robust CI/CD platform with automated build, test, security scanning, and progressive delivery; trunk-based workflows and high-quality code reviews. Fit-for-purpose architecture: Clear architectural runway, reference designs, and decision records (ADRs); reduced complexity and improved scalability. Quality by design: Shift-left testing, high unit/integration test coverage, meaningful end-to-end test automation, and clear quality gates. Engineering culture: Engaged teams with strong craftsmanship, documentation standards, and continuous improvement mindset (SPACE metrics for developer experience). What you will do Strategy and Planning Define the engineering operating model, aligning architecture, delivery, and platform engineering to product goals. Translate business objectives into technical roadmaps, capacity plans and quarterly OKRs. Delivery Ownership Own the what/when/how of engineering delivery: intake, prioritisation, estimation, sprint planning, release readiness. Establish portfolio and release governance with clear stage gates (architecture, security, test, documentation). Architecture and Technical Direction Chair architecture forums; set standards for patterns, APIs, data, and cloud infrastructure; steward ADRs. Ensure systems are observable (logs, metrics, traces) with SLOs and error budgets; lead major incident reviews and blameless post-mortems. Methods, Tooling and Platform Define and evolve SDLC and development methodologies (Agile/Scrum/Kanban, trunk-based development, code review practices). Own the DevOps toolchain (source control, CI/CD, artefact management, IaC, secrets management, environments, test automation, security scanning). Partner with IT on platform reliability, scalability, cost, and resilience. Quality and Security Set quality standards and test strategies (unit, integration, E2E, performance, security); implement coverage targets and defect escape thresholds. Embed secure coding and secure release practices. People Leadership and Organisation Lead architects, developers, testers, and tech authors; nurture craft disciplines and communities of practice. Hire, onboard, mentor, and develop engineering talent; define career ladders, and competencies. Stakeholder Management Work closely with Product, Support, Professional Services, and IT to ensure the roadmap is feasible, valuable, and supportable. Communicate plans, risks, and outcomes concisely to executives and non-technical stakeholders. Financial and Vendor Ecosystem In conjunction with the CIO, manage engineering budgets, cloud/runtime costs, and ROI on tooling. Evaluate and govern vendors (cloud, tooling, testing services). Documentation and Knowledge Ensure clear, current documentation (architecture, APIs, runbooks, user guides) and a robust knowledge base. Establish standards and workflows for Technical Authors integrated with release trains Required Qualifications and Experience Track record of leading engineering at Head of Engineering level (or equivalent). Experience with DevOps/CI/CD (Git, pipelines, artifact repositories), IaC (e.g., Terraform/Bicep), containers/orchestration (Docker/Kubernetes), and cloud platforms (Azure/AWS). Strong command of software architecture (domain-driven design, modular monoliths/microservices, eventing), APIs, and data design. Proven quality leadership: test automation strategies, reliability engineering (SLOs, error budgets), performance engineering. Demonstrated security leadership within engineering: secure coding practices, vulnerability management, SBOMs, suppy-chain security, threat modelling. Expertise in modern Agile delivery (Scrum/Kanban), product collaboration, and scaling patterns (e.g., lightweight portfolio cadence). Nice-to-Have Experience with manufacturing/location-based solutions or industrial interfaces (OPC, MQTT), data streaming, and edge deployment. Familiarity with documentation workflows and tech' authoring standards. Exposure to ITIL-aligned change/release processes and ISO/IEC quality/security frameworks. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field with a high computing content. Core Competencies Technical leadership: Sets high bars, makes pragmatic decisions, and can deep dive when needed. Delivery excellence: Turns strategy into outcomes, manages trade-offs, and drives predictability. Communication: Explains complex topics to varied audiences; crisp executive updates. People and culture: Builds inclusive, high-trust teams; coaches and multiplies talent. Systems thinking: Optimises end-to-end flow and reliability, not just local focus. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) DORA: Lead time for changes; Deployment frequency; Change failure rate; MTTR. Quality: Defect escape rate; Test coverage health; Mean time between incidents; Performance SLAs/SLO adherence. Flow and predictability: Throughput, cycle time, on-time delivery vs. plan, WIP limits adherence. Security and compliance: Vulnerability remediation time; dependency hygiene; SBOM coverage; audit readiness. Working Practices and Governance SDLC policies and quality gates are enforced via automation (build, test, scan, deploy) with clear "go/no-go" criteria at each stage. Documentation is a first-class deliverable; releases are accompanied by updated architecture notes, API references, and user guides. Continuous improvement: Regular retrospectives across teams; quarterly engineering reviews; blameless culture. Personal Attributes You manage your time effectively. You are willing to travel occasionally both nationally and internationally.

Job Requisition ID # 26WD95917 Company & Team Overview Autodesk is a world leader in computerized 3D design, engineering, and entertainment software, and delivers the broadest product portfolio to empower customers to design and create anything using the most effective and efficient means. At Autodesk we have a shared commitment and intention to be a Customer Company that is harnessed by the power of our culture and shaped by our values and the ways we work. The Global Safety & Security team at Autodesk is dedicated to honoring and protecting the Company's values and principles of the ways we work by being a beacon of trust that holds ourselves accountable to ensuring the health, safety and security for the Company's employees, customer, partners, guests and assets, while conjointly promoting and maintaining exceptional quality of service in our hybrid working model. It is the Global Safety & Security team's mission to provide an unparalleled experience and service for Autodesk's people and workplaces by keeping them safe - anytime and anywhere. The team is responsible for assessing, planning, developing, and implementing comprehensive programs to safeguard and protect the health, safety and security of the Company's globally distributed people, workplaces and property, as well as ensuring the organization's adherence to applicable regulatory compliance, laws and guidelines. Position Overview Autodesk's Global Physical Security Services team is looking for an experienced Executive Protection Agent to support the safeguarding and protection of the Company's executive leadership by performing key global operational actions and tasks such as comprehensive security & risk mitigation, gathering intelligence and conducting threat assessments, close protection, secure transport, and crisis management. Support may extend at times to employees, customers, partners, guests and/or assets if business activities are related to company executive leadership. This position will require strong operational skills and the ability to effectively collaborate & communicate with internal and external cross functional partners, government officials (domestic and international), Autodesk employees, contractors, vendors, guests and customers. You must have a deep subject matter expertise within executive security principles, practices and programs, as well as an understanding of how to deliver exceptional experiences and customer service within the corporate environment. You must also be a team player, willing to step out of the typical Executive Protection role to assist the executive in a professional and intentional manner, that promotes success for Autodesk as a whole. The ideal candidate will be a dedicated security professional with a demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of a team in a fast paced technology organization and security operations environment with a focus on executive care and protection. The Protective Services (EP) Specialist role will work closely with both inter division and department global teams such as Physical Security Operations, Workplace Services, and Global Travel, when coordinating movements for executives and/or event coverage. You will at times be required to lead communication with other supporting executive protection personnel, law enforcement (local, state, or federal), government liaisons (US and foreign governments), venue or hotel security teams, and other related services. Additionally, you will partner with key cross functional stakeholders from across the business, to include executive leadership, providing security support, intelligence, and direction on executive security and regional risks related matters. This position will report directly to the Sr. Manager, Global Physical Security Services, which also oversees Event, Travel Security, and Investigation programs. Responsibilities Determine appropriately measured methods and solutions to proactively manage and reduce physical security operational risk to the Company's Executive Team, both at meetings, within office space, and/or at international and domestic events. Provide support and security deterrent measures for meetings and events where the Company's Executive Team and Board of Directors are within same space as required under current security protocols or posture. Facilitate communication between transportation resources related to the Company's Executive Team's travel during assigned events or meetings. Liaison with outside service providers and agencies to design, implement, execute executive security plans for business events, meetings, social gatherings, or other business-related attendance by the Company Executive Team members assigned. Continually evaluate and assess current and future movements and communicate any change to the relevant stakeholders & partners, in a constant effort to mitigate physical risk to executive leadership. Facilitate and conduct physical security risk assessments partner with cross-functional teams to identify physical security risks and vulnerabilities for the Company Executive Team related to travel, meetings, and events. Maximize the utilization of systems, applications and technology by developing the appropriate procedures and processes to enhance our ability to safeguard Company Executives during business travel, meetings, and events. Establish and maintain strong working relationships with multiple direct and indirect stakeholders like Travel & Meetings, Events & Experience, People Consulting, CEO Staff, and other key cross-functional teams to deliver high level results with measurable business outcomes. Develop and maintain strong mutual aid external relationships with law enforcement and other government agencies as well as private industry counterparts in the protective services realm. Interact/coordinate with external protective services and/or emergency agencies (fire, medical, and law enforcement) during pre-planning, operational execution, and when needed, during any emergency event that might arise. Create content regarding future, active or past events or assignments that can be used to help adjust or adhere to best practices within the protective services realm. Ensure training and updates are performed for applicability to the designated executive protection program (i.e. CPR, First Aid, Licensing as necessary, professional updates, etc.). Display agility, resilience and composure while navigating complex situations and demonstrate the ability to lead with positive intent to drive, influence and advocate for the best outcomes for the team, executive, organization and business. Provide timely and accurate information on emerging threats, risks, and life safety and security incidents to the appropriate stakeholders and business units to ensure that informed decisions can be made to protect company personnel, assets, reputation, and business operations. Provide protective care as directed for other VIPs sponsored or paid for by Autodesk at meetings or events, globally, where the safety and security of the individual is the responsibility of Autodesk. Perform additional duties as assigned by the direct reporting manager. The responsibilities above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. This description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties, skills, and qualities that will be demonstrated to be effective and successful in this position. Qualifications 10+ years of experience within a progressive executive protection / protective services program or as an independent contractor, coordinating operational risk protective care for private, public, corporate or government individuals. 7+ years of operational experience as a "body person" ensuring their client's safety during events, travel, meetings, and/or special appearances through the on-the-ground coordination of advance recce's, transportation management, crowd control, and security resource allocation. Candidate must be physically and mentally fit to perform the duties outlined. Strong working knowledge of physical security and executive protection risk assessment methodologies, including threat assessments of individuals, locations, buildings, and travel. Adept to productively contribute to executive protection project planning management. Must possess strong leadership, analytical, and critical thinking skills. Experience in collaboration with a diverse set of stakeholders, often under high-pressure conditions. Superb communication, organization, and written skills in a global and multi-cultural and multi-generational environment. Exposure to Health & Safety regulatory requirements. Proven objective analysis and problem-solving skills during ever-changing environments at a fast-paced cadence. Must be a self-starter with the ability to think strategically and deliver their work products and services in an operationally pragmatic manner. Enthusiasm for solving unique and complex security challenges and implementing creative cost-effective solutions in the realm of executive care and protection. Ability to manage security challenges in an ever-changing fast-paced environment. Must have the skills set and qualities of being empathic and have a natural passion for delivering exceptional service. Must possess the ability to foster and be a steward of a culture of trust, honesty and integrity. . click apply for full job details

Overview Shape the future of our cities and environments. You might know us for the great work we do across our wide variety of projects. We're proud to say it's thanks to our people's diversity of thought, expertise and knowledge. And when you join us, you'll be a part of this genuinely collaborative environment, where everyone's voice is valued and treated equally. We're passionate about what we do, but we don't take ourselves too seriously. Simply put, this a great place to be. So, when it comes to your life outside of work, ask us about our flexible and remote working policies designed to help you get the most out of life. As a key authority in our Environment Practice, you'll shape places and spaces that matter across our key sectors, from Aviation, Cities & Development, to Education, Energy and Transportation, while transitioning our world to a zero-carbon future. We're facing our clients' challenges head-on, from climate change to rapid urbanisation, consumerisation, economic uncertainty, security threats, and technology-driven change. It's complex work, and our teams are up to the challenge. Join us and let's deliver what's right for people and the environment. Your Role Leading on the coordination and delivery of environmental work being undertaken by multi-disciplinary teams including Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA), options appraisals and environmental management. Champion high standards of environmental performance within multidisciplinary engineering projects, influencing project development and delivering optimal environmental outcomes. Collate and edit information from a range of sources to provide clear, well written reports. Competently undertake own work to an excellent standard, and review the work of others, on time and to budget. Able to manage clients' needs in a skilled, professional manner. Spearhead and support on bid preparation and develop new areas of business for the team. Undertake Continual Professional Development in accordance with requirements of chosen professional institute. About you Degree or Masters in an environmental or science subject, with an established record as a Chartered professional. Extensive relevant post-graduate experience, ideally within a consultancy environment. Experience working major infrastructure projects. Comprehensive knowledge of the EIA process and environmental technical expertise. Experience of leadership within multidisciplinary teams. Strong report writing, verbal and presentation skills and able to review the work of others to ensure quality. Able to prioritise and work effectively under pressure. Good interpersonal skills and an ability to communicate issues and ideas effectively. Be flexible, adaptable and prepared to take on new challenges and work from other AtkinsRéalis or client office locations. Be highly self-motivated, possessing strong enthusiasm and commitment to delivering sustainable outcomes. Reward & benefits Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive - at every stage of your life and your career. Enjoy competitive salaries, employee rewards and a brilliant range of benefits you can tailor to suit your own health, wellbeing, financial and lifestyle choices. Make the most of a myriad of opportunities for training and professional development to grow your skills and expertise. And combine our hybrid working culture and flexible holiday allowances to balance a great job and fulfilling personal life. Be rewarded. Find out more. About AtkinsRéalis We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people. Find out more. Additional information Security clearance This role may require security clearance and offers of employment will be dependent on obtaining the relevant level of clearance. If this is necessary, it will be discussed with you at interview. The vetting process is delivered by United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and may require candidates to provide proof of residency in the UK of 5 years or longer. If applying to this role please do not make reference to (in conversation) or include in your application or CV, details of any current or previously held security clearance. We are committed to creating a culture where everyone feels that they belong - a place where we can all be ourselves, thrive and develop to be the best we can be. So, we offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and employee resource groups to support all employees. As an Equal Opportunities Employer, we value applications from all backgrounds, cultures and ability. Worker Type: Employee Job Type: Regular At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.

Senior PCB Design Engineer page is loaded Senior PCB Design Engineerlocations: Maidenhead (GBR)time type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: REQ-11349Company: Ultra Intelligence & CommunicationsCyber (UK) Business# Powering Decision Join the team redefining defense technology. From engineering systems that save lives to leading programs that change the battlefield-find your place in the future of defense. Cyber Business Our Cyber business unit is at the forefront of pioneering advanced cryptographic and key management solutions, facilitating the confidential exchange of vital information for customers operating at both tactical and strategic echelons. Join our team and participate in the innovation that ensures the highest security and trust worldwide.# Job Description Role Summary Design and layout complex multi-layer (4 - 20 layers) Printed Circuit Boards to be used in commercial, security, aerospace and space sectors, within the Cyber Business Unit, delivering multiple concurrent research, development and production programmes ranging from tens of £k to several £m. Key Responsibilities Design and layout complex multi-layer (4 - 20 layers) rigid, semi-rigid or flexi Printed Circuit Boards, that contain through, buried and blind vias to be used in commercial, security, aerospace and space sectors, following Ultra's processes. Design PCB layouts for analogue, RF, digital, power, high-speed and highly reliable circuits in accordance with DO-254 if required. Design PCB layouts considering security, EMC and TEMPEST implications and rules. With input from Production Test, incorporate test points in the layout to make the PCB testable without comprising the performance required by hardware engineers. Work with the electronic hardware team to understand circuit requirements such as trace impedances, separations and any limitations, EMC and TEMPEST considerations and signal integrity rules, to ensure the PCB conforms to them. Liaise with bare PCB fabricators and PCB assembly houses, as required, to ensure the design is of high quality and conforms to their stack-up, DRC, DFM and DFT requirements. Work with the mechanical engineers to ensure the PCB design is in accordance with their requirements and space envelope. Liaising with the procurement and supply chain teams to ensure a seamless transition to manufacture. CAD library administration including symbol, footprint generation and database administration. Ability to multi-task and prioritise workload, and work under pressure to deliver on multiple projects at the same time. Participating in designs reviews with electrical and mechanical hardware engineers. Develop and maintain knowledge of best practice PCB design processes and tools. Estimate time and effort required for PCB design activities and deliver to these time and effort estimates to ensure cost and schedule adherence. Proposes improvements in tools, processes and techniques that support quality and innovation and make PCB design more efficient and effective. Actively contribute to and/or lead defined aspects of the project to achieve optimal balance between requirements, schedule and cost. Generate and review technical proposals, and provide accurate estimates for the associated effort, costs and risks, for bids and proposals, leading to contract awards. Explains technically complex concepts clearly to less technical/involved parties. Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications Degree in an engineering, mathematical or science-based subject or equivalent experience. Minimum of 5 years experience of PCB design, routing and layout of complex, high-density electronic circuit assemblies, including through-hole and fine-pitch SMT components. Extensive experience of using industry standard toolsets for PCB layout and simulation. In-depth knowledge of routing practices, guidelines and IPC standards. Experience of implementing DFM and DFT features on PCBs and review processes with suppliers. Must have proven experience of using modern design tools with a record of successful PCB designs covering a range of complex PCBs e.g. multi-layer, high speed digital, RF, analogue and power distribution. Desirable Experience, Skills and Qualifications Experience of signal integrity analysis on routed PCBs. Understanding of power distribution and thermal aspects of PCB design. Experience of Gerber file and ODB manipulation. Carrying out complex layout using Altium or PADs. Ability to create schematics using Altium or PADs. Experience of using Windchill for version control. # Notice Due to the nature of the programs we deliver for our customers, candidates may need to obtain the relevant security clearance or handle export-controlled material as defined by the role's requirements. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance for the role. Due to the nature of our work, you must be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 5 years in order to apply for SC clearance and 10 years for DV. For more information, please visit the UKSV website. Our Benefits Every employee is critical to our success, and as such, we offer a range of flexible employee benefits, including: Participation in an Annual Bonus Scheme Private Medical Cover 25 days' holiday (plus Bank Holidays) with the option to buy an extra 5 days Pension Contribution 4 x Life Assurance Cover Flexible working hours with opportunity for a 1pm finish on a Friday Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme, will writing and more Security Clearance Allowance - where relevant and subject to you holding the required security clearance# Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Statement At Ultra I&C, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusivity. Underpinned by our values, behaviours, and policies, we want you to feel empowered to be the best version of yourself. We also believe that people from different backgrounds and cultures will increase our diversity of thinking, ensuring we successfully deliver to our customers. We, therefore, do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We also support requests for flexible working arrangements wherever possible. If you have any issues with your application, please email us at I&C is powering decision speed across the multidomain battlespace with resilient tactical communications, mission optimization and encryption technologies. We secure, move and make sense of data across all domains-delivering real-time, mission-ready intelligence that gives operators at the edge the clarity to act and the speed to win. For decades, global defense forces and allied partners have relied on Ultra I&C to outpace threats and cut through complexity on the battlefield. Headquartered in Austin, Texas, we deliver battle-proven technology purpose-built for decision advantage in contested, high-threat environments.

Closing Date - 23:00 on Tuesday 17th March 2026 A salary range of £47,866 to £56,082, including a concessionary payment of £2,658, and a skills payment. The final amount depends on your skills and experience. You'll also receive a one-off recruitment bonus of £3,500 (£1,750 on arrival and £1,750 on successful completion of probation) We offer a range of flexible working patterns, including offering full time, part time, and compressed hours to support your individual needs. While homeworking isn't possible due to the nature of the role, we can offer flexibility, such as variations in start and finish times, where business needs allow. About us 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 As a Senior Radio Frequency (RF) Antenna Design Engineer, you'll work closely with our Principal RF Engineer on RF antenna design, while also contributing to wider electronic hardware design, research, and testing. As part of a mixed team of software, hardware, and Field Programmable Gate Array (FPGA) engineers, you'll work on projects ranging from embedded antenna design to propagation modelling. Responsibilities span component level RF design involvement across the full lifecycle from design to delivery, identifying and helping to mitigate technical risks, and producing high quality design and test documentation. You'll also be involved in hardware Printed Circuit Board (PCB) and system level testing and verification, contributing to future antenna and RF technique research, developing and maintaining BASH/C wrapper helper scripts, and integrating with and testing a variety of capabilities. About you You bring several years of experience in a similar role, preferably with practical experience in component level Antenna design. Your background may also include working onmatching networks, filter design, PA or LNA analysis and specification or other component level electronic design. You also have: experience working with Vector Network Analysers and Smith Charts the ability to engage internal and external customers and work with other organisations a proactive mindset, with the motivation to spot opportunities, adapt quickly and learn new skills experience in successfully delivering projects from design to delivery Experience with scripting and basic coding (BASH, Python or C on Microcontrollers), along with familiarity with Microsoft Office and ANSYS, is desirable but not essential. We'll provide comprehensive training to ensure you have the tools and knowledge you need to succeed. Training and development The first three days of your time with us will be dedicated to a comprehensive department induction, designed to help you understand how things work and who does what. At GCHQ, we're committed to your growth and development. You'll have dedicated time and space for continuous learning, experimentation, and improvement, with up to 30% of your time available for personal development. We'll support your professional development, including opportunities to gain accreditations such as Chartered Engineer (CEng) status if that's the route you wish to pursue. You'll also be assigned a buddy who'll provide guidance and support throughout your time with us. Your training and ongoing support will be tailored to you, as you'll be working within a small team where development can be shaped around your needs. While most training is delivered in house, we also offer regular opportunities to top up your knowledge through external training providers. You'll have the chance to either mentor a junior colleague or be mentored by someone more experienced, depending on what will best support your growth. Your learning will draw on the broad expertise across the team, and you'll also be encouraged to identify additional courses or learning opportunities that help deepen your knowledge in specific areas. Throughout your career here, you'll have continued access to the support and resources needed to pursue relevant accreditations, ensuring you can grow in the direction that's right for you. Rewards and benefits We offer a competitive salary between £47,866 to £56,082, dependent on your skills and experience. This includes a concessionary payment of £2,658 and a skills payment. All successful candidates receive a one off recruitment bonus of £3,500. Other benefits include: 25 days' annual leave, automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days 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 Equal opportunities At GCHQ diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with 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 those from groups that are under represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio economic backgrounds. GCHQ is proud to have achieved Leader status within the Department for Work and Pensions 'Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain, and develop disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader, we aim to ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants who best meet the essential minimum criteria for this position, will be offered an interview, if it is practical for us to do so. (This is known as Offer of an Interview.) To secure an interview for this role, the minimum criteria (in order of application process) are: evidence of successfully delivering a technical project or piece of work experience with Vector Network Analysers and Smith Charts experience engaging with a range of different stakeholders There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best; see our website for information onreasonable 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 Technical and Competency based interview, including a presentation if successful, you will receive a conditional offer of employment 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 need to 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 you apply, we advise you to consider setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having 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 to manage your application with us more securely. The role is based in Cheltenham, 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. Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member. Right to withdraw statement Please be aware that we withhold the right to bring forward the closing date for this role from the original closing date once a certain number of applications have been received. Please be mindful of this and submit your application at your earliest convenience to avoid disappointment.

About The Role Engineered to Protect, that's our promise, we protect what matters - our nations, our waters, our land, our cities, our people, our environment, our world. The purpose of this role is to lead the end to end supply chain function, ensuring all supply chain activities meet the standards expected delivering a resilient, efficient, and quality driven supply chain. Head of Supply Chain will be based at our Barnstaple site. This role does require being onsite 4-5 days a week. The salary for this role is up to £75k, depending on experience. Whatyou'llbedoing Strategic Supply Chain Leadership Procurement & Commercial Governance Supplier Performance & Relationship Management Defence Industry Compliance & Assurance Leadership & Team Development Cross Functional & Senior Stakeholder Collaboration About our company At SEA, we develop and deliver advanced solutions to make our world safer, cleaner and more efficient. We provide state-of-the-art applications for naval ship and fleet protection, and undersea surveillance systems. In-service across the globe, our systems deliver a rapid response to threats and system effectiveness and interoperation. Our systems support an ever-growing number of navies across the world, and we continue to bolster our already specialist, on-the-ground knowledge of key overseas markets. What we offer At our core, we encourage innovation, flexibility and out-of-the-box thinking to solve problems, so we're always looking for talented, flexible, and creative people to bring their best to SEA. In return we offer generous rewards, a fantastic work/life balance, and excellent career and training opportunities for everyone who joins. Have a look at the benefits we offer: Work life balance Hybrid/flexible working arrangements 25 days' annual leave, plus buy and sell Up to 16 days flexi leave accrual Half day Fridays Reservists in the Armed Forces receive special paid leave Family & wellbeing Private medical health insurance & Employee Assistance Program All Staff Bonus Group Pension Plan of up to 7% employer contribution Cycle to work scheme Wellbeing Centre Sports & Social activities Employee Discounts portal - online and in-store discounts, travel savings Life assurance policy Publication and recruitment bonus rewards Development opportunities, including LinkedIn learning Facilities & resources Electric vehicle charging points at all sites Private seated lunch areas Onsite bistro (Barnstaple office) and free hot and cold beverages Onsite showers and toiletries provision Free onsite parking Theskills you need Significant experience leading supply chain functions within a manufacturing, engineering, or defence organisation Proven track record managing complex supplier networks, contract negotiation, and strategic sourcing Experience working in regulated environments with strict compliance requirements (e.g., defence, aerospace, security sensitive industries) Strong experience developing and implementing supply chain strategy and improvement programmes Strong leadership and people development capability, operating at a senior level. Excellent commercial, contractual, and negotiation skills Deep understanding of supply chain risk management, supplier development, and cost control methodologies Strong analytical, problem solving, and decision making abilities Effective communicator with the ability to influence at executive level and manage strategic supplier relationships Ability to embed rigorous process, compliance discipline, and continuous improvement Join us and be part of something smaller - with500people in the UK and Canada - doing something bigger: protecting what matters. If you'd like to know more, please give Kelly Thomas from our Talent Acquisition Team a call on . Or reach out to us on

The Opportunity We're seeking a forward-thinking IT Security and Compliance Manager to play a key role in protecting and shaping our technology environment while supporting our continued business growth. Reporting to the Chief Information Officer, you will lead the security, governance and operational delivery of our IT services, ensuring systems remain secure, compliant and resilient. This is a highly visible role where you'll partner with internal teams, customers and third-party providers to strengthen cyber security, drive certification and audit readiness, and support the development of scalable, reliable IT services. If you enjoy combining strategic security leadership with hands on operational oversight in a collaborative and evolving environment, this is an exciting opportunity to make a genuine impact. Who We Are OpenWorks is a rapidly growing business operating globally with a passion for exceptional engineering and building on a legacy of defence innovation in the North East of England. Our products provide ultra high performance, real time detection, tracking, identification and targeting of dynamic aerial threats. They have been deployed internationally to protect high profile military and civilian assets, and contribute towards the defeat of nuisance, misguided and maliciously deployed drones during operations. We are very proud to have supported a wide range of law enforcement and military operators, protecting many of the most high profile sites and individuals around the world. The amazing things we do are only possible because of a dedicated and passionate team. Why You'll Love Working With Us Join a high energy, collaborative where great ideas thrive, challenges are embraced and people truly love what they do. Here's what our benefits have to offer: Competitive remuneration package, with performance related bonuses and clear progression opportunities. 25 days' holiday + public holidays, with long service rewards and the option to buy up to 5 additional days. Free breakfast and freshly cooked lunches every day, courtesy of Chef Mark and his team. Private healthcare through Aviva, keeping you feeling your best. Life assurance for peace of mind. Salary sacrifice schemes - including EV car and Cycle to Work options for easy, sustainable travel. Paid team socials - from quiz nights and football to board games and more; we love to have fun together. Pension plan with up to 4% employer matched contributions to help you plan for the future. A culture that empowers - we enable change, encourage challenge, and celebrate personal growth. What you'll be doing: Cyber Security and Compliance Policy & Standards: Develop and maintain cyber security policies, standards and procedures. ISMS Management: Own and continuously improve the Information Security Management System. Certification & Frameworks: Lead Cyber Essentials Plus and maintain alignment with recognised security frameworks. Audit Leadership: Manage customer and external cyber security audits and evidence preparation. Governance Alignment: Partner with Contracts, Compliance and Quality teams to meet governance and contractual requirements. Risk & Assurance: Conduct internal audits of systems, suppliers and contractors to identify and manage risk. Incident Management: Lead security incident response, remediation and lessons learned. Threat & Regulatory Monitoring: Track emerging threats, regulatory changes and industry best practice. Customer & Bid Support: Provide cyber security expertise for bids, customer engagements and contract negotiations. Access & Data Protection: Oversee governance of system usage, access controls and data protection. IT Service Delivery and Operational Management Service Performance: Oversee reliable and effective day to day IT service delivery. Escalation Management: Act as the primary escalation point for IT service issues. Supplier Management: Manage and optimise Managed Service Provider performance. Infrastructure Growth: Support scalable and resilient IT infrastructure development. Microsoft 365 Management: Oversee Microsoft 365 and collaboration platforms. Project Delivery: Support IT projects, ensuring security and resilience are embedded. Stakeholder Support: Provide technical guidance to promote secure and effective system use. What we're looking for: IT Security Leadership: Experience in an IT Security, Information Security or IT Management role with responsibility for secure service delivery. Governance & Compliance: Strong understanding of cyber security frameworks, policy development, audits and certification, ideally in regulated industries such as defence or aerospace. ISMS & Risk Management: Proven experience implementing or managing cyber security management systems, risk assessments, and security assurance programmes. Microsoft 365 & Cloud Security: Experience managing or supporting Microsoft 365 environments and associated security controls. Stakeholder & Communication Skills: Ability to engage stakeholders and clearly translate technical risks into business impact. Strategic & Operational Balance: Comfortable balancing hands on IT operational delivery with longer term security and governance objectives. Problem Solving & Adaptability: Strong analytical skills, proactive and self motivated, able to thrive in a growing and evolving organisation. Qualifications and Certifications Essential Relevant degree or equivalent professional experience in IT, Cyber Security or Information Security. Desirable Cyber Essentials / Cyber Essentials Plus training or certification. Experience implementing and maintaining DCC and NIST cyber security accreditations in partnership with external consultants. What you'll get: As a small, fast growing company with over 70 people which is continually expanding, we offer the opportunity for a professional to have autonomy and responsibility. You'll directly see the impact of your efforts. More about us: Vision Help protect the territory and airspace of NATO countries and their allies. Mission Be a world leading provider of autonomous technology for Surveillance applications and Defence. Values Be a Good Egg: Earn respect, have mutual trust and be honest. Do cool stuff: We develop cool tech with an awesome team, and we get stuff done. Be empowered: We are autonomous, reliable and take personal responsibility. We are one team: Look out for each other and the team. Things go wrong: Fail fast, learn and move on. Have fun: We're doing amazing things with passionate people.

Role Title: API Security Architect Duration: contract to run until 30/11/2026 Location: Knutsford, hybrid 3 days per week onsite Rate: up to £762.86 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Role purpose / summary We are looking for an API Security Architect to define, design, and oversee the implementation of enterprise grade API security architecture. The role ensures APIs are built securely, follow best practice standards, and align with organisational security and compliance requirements. Key Responsibilities Design end to end API security architecture across cloud and on premise environments. Define API security standards covering authentication, authorization, encryption, and threat protection. Lead architectural reviews, threat modelling, and risk assessments for API integrations. Select, architect, and optimize API gateways, WAFs, and security controls. Develop reference architectures and reusable security patterns for engineering teams. Provide security governance for API development, lifecycle management, and CI/CD practices. Partner with engineering, product, and security operations to embed secure by design principles. Oversee remediation strategies for API vulnerabilities and guide architecture improvements. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in API security architecture within large scale environments. Expertise in API gateways (Apigee, Azure API Management, Kong, Mulesoft). Strong knowledge of OAuth2.0, OIDC, JWT, mTLS, TLS, and Zero Trust principles. Deep understanding of OWASP API Security Top 10 and secure design patterns. Experience designing security controls in cloud (Azure, AWS, or GCP). Ability to create architectural artefacts (HLDs, LLDs, security patterns). Nice to Have Certifications: CISSP, CCSP, GIAC, SABSA. Experience with DevSecOps, container security, and microservices architecture. Knowledge of SIEM, API analytics, and threat intelligence All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

Senior Akamai Security Engineer Location: Knutsford (Hybrid, 3 Days per Week Onsite) Start Date: ASAP Duration: 30/11/2026 Rate: £630p/d max via Umbrella Role Description We are seeking a Senior Akamai Security Engineer to lead the design, deployment, and optimization of Akamai security solutions across our digital platforms. This role ensures robust protection against web threats, enhances performance, and enforces security best practices across global environments. Key Responsibilities Architect, configure, and optimize Akamai security products (Kona Site Defender, Bot Manager, WAF, CDN). Lead end-to-end implementation of Akamai security policies and custom rulesets. Conduct threat analysis, log monitoring, and security incident response related to web traffic. Implement and maintain rate limiting, bot mitigation, DDoS protection, and zero trust controls. Collaborate with engineering and application teams to embed secure Akamai configurations into deployments. Manage Akamai property configurations, edge redirects, certificates, and traffic routing rules. Perform tuning of WAF rules to reduce false positives and improve threat coverage. Provide technical leadership, documentation, and guidance on Akamai best practices. Required Skills & Experience Extensive hands on experience with Akamai platform (KSD, WAF, Bot Manager, EdgeWorkers, CDN). Strong understanding of web security concepts: OWASP Top 10, DDoS, bot threats, API protection. Proficiency in HTTP/S, TCP/IP, DNS, TLS, CDN optimisation, and caching strategies. Experience managing large scale, high traffic web applications. Scripting or automation experience (Python, Shell, Akamai APIs). Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and performance tuning skills. Nice to Have Akamai certifications (ACE, Akamai Security Architect). Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP). Familiarity with DevSecOps, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code. Knowledge of SIEM tools and security analytics.