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We are looking for an experienced SC Cleared Cloud Operations Azure Engineer to support a secure, highly regulated UK technology environment. This is a hands-on engineering role for someone who enjoys working close to the technology - building, configuring, operating and improving Azure environments while maintaining strong security, governance and operational standards. The environment is continuing to evolve across cloud, automation, data and emerging technologies, so this is an opportunity to work on a modern Azure estate where security, resilience and operational discipline really matter . What you'll be doing Test and validate vendor updates and security patches for Azure-hosted Servers before deployment. Deploy approved updates and patches across Azure server environments in line with agreed schedules. Monitor patching activity and investigate, troubleshoot and remediate deployment issues. Configure and maintain Azure Update Manager, including adjusting update frequency where required. Build, configure and operate Azure cloud environments and services in accordance with approved designs and security controls. Configure Azure subscriptions, policies, RBAC, networking, logging and tagging. Provision and manage Azure compute, storage and platform services. Use Infrastructure as Code to automate infrastructure deployment and configuration. Develop and maintain automation using technologies such as Terraform, Bicep or ARM , alongside PowerShell and/or Python . Support CI/CD and deployment automation using tools such as Azure DevOps or GitHub . Implement and maintain monitoring, alerting, backup and disaster recovery configurations. Support cloud migrations, deployments, cutovers and service transitions. Investigate and resolve cloud infrastructure and deployment issues. Work within established incident, change and problem management processes. Produce and maintain technical documentation, runbooks and operational handover information. Work closely with architecture, security and platform teams to identify vulnerabilities, resolve issues and continuously improve cloud standards. Provide appropriate evidence of operational and security controls, including logging, backup and configuration requirements. Essential experience Active SC Clearance prior to start Strong recent hands-on experience engineering and operating Microsoft Azure environments in an enterprise setting. Practical experience across Azure services such as: VNets NSGs Compute Storage Azure platform services Experience with Azure Update Manager/Azure patch management or equivalent enterprise Azure patching processes. Strong understanding of Azure security and governance, including Entra ID/Azure AD, RBAC, Azure Policy and logging . Hands-on Infrastructure as Code experience using one or more of: Terraform Bicep ARM Strong Scripting capability using PowerShell and/or Python . Experience with cloud monitoring, troubleshooting and remediation. Experience working within structured incident, change and problem management processes. Experience working in enterprise, regulated, public-sector or similarly security-conscious environments. Strong technical documentation and communication skills. Desirable Microsoft Azure Administrator Associate or equivalent experience. ITIL Foundation or practical ITIL-based service management experience. Azure DevOps and/or GitHub Actions. Experience with CI/CD and deployment automation. Experience implementing Azure landing zones or subscription-level configuration. Experience with Azure security tooling and vulnerability remediation. Experience supporting cloud migrations or service transitions. Exposure to secure environments supporting data, analytics or AI-enabled services . Previous experience working within government, financial services, regulated industries or other highly controlled environments.

Lead System Engineer (MBSE) Reading HQ - 2-3 days a week onsite Active SC clearance mandatory; DV preferred Up to £99 p/h Inside IR35 We are seeking an Security cleared MBSE System Engineer to support the adoption and development of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) solutions across complex aerospace and defence programmes. You will combine strong Systems Engineering and MBSE expertise with knowledge of digital engineering tools, processes and data integration to develop effective modelling workflows, integrated toolchains and traceability solutions across the engineering life cycle. Key Responsibilities Capture MBSE and Systems Engineering requirements and translate them into digital solutions. Define and support MBSE processes, workflows and modelling approaches. Design and evaluate MBSE toolchain solutions using Cameo and/or IBM Rhapsody. Establish integration and traceability between engineering models, requirements and other engineering data. Support Digital Thread capabilities and information flows across engineering disciplines. Develop and support proofs of concept, pilots and demonstrations of MBSE digital solutions. Collaborate with engineering stakeholders to validate solutions and support their adoption. Contribute to standards, guidelines and governance for MBSE digital engineering. Essential Skills & Experience Extensive experience in Systems Engineering, MBSE or Digital Engineering. Strong knowledge of MBSE, Systems Engineering and SysML. Practical experience with Cameo and/or IBM Rhapsody. Ability to translate engineering requirements into digital solutions and workflows. Understanding of requirements management, architecture, modelling and traceability. Experience working on complex engineering programmes. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Demonstrable experience within MOD, Defence Digital or UK aerospace and defence environments. Knowledge of OSLC, ReqIF and engineering tool integration. Experience with DOORS Next, DOORS Classic and/or PLM systems. Experience with Digital Thread and federated engineering environments. Experience in aerospace, defence, automotive or other regulated industries. INCOSE or equivalent Systems Engineering/MBSE qualifications This is an excellent opportunity to help shape and deliver digital engineering capabilities across complex, sensitive aerospace and defence programmes.

Data Manager (Engineering) Defence & Aerospace Luton HQ - 3-4 days a week onsite Security clearance is essential Up to £54 p/h Inside IR35 We are seeking an experienced security cleared Data Manager to support defence and aerospace programmes, ensuring engineering and programme data is correctly controlled, protected, traceable, and available throughout the life cycle. Reporting to the Lead Configuration and Change Manager, you will implement data management processes in line with organisational policies, Data Management Plans (DMPs), contractual requirements, and security standards. Key Responsibilities Deliver data management activities in accordance with approved DMPs. Ensure data is correctly identified, structured, version-controlled, approved, and maintained. Maintain data integrity, status, metadata, and life cycle controls across systems. Apply security classification, protective marking, export controls, and access permissions. Support audits, compliance reviews, reporting, and corrective actions. Work closely with Configuration, Engineering, Quality, and Programme teams. Support data management across the full programme life cycle, from design through to production and in-service support. Provide guidance to Data Management Engineers. Identify risks, non-compliances, and opportunities for process improvement. Essential Experience Live security clearance Proven Data Management experience within defence, aerospace, or another regulated industry. Strong understanding of data life cycle, document control, and information governance. Experience working with Data Management Plans and controlled processes. Experience handling sensitive, classified, or export-controlled data. Strong attention to detail and organisational skills. Understanding of cryptographic data security, or willingness to learn. Configuration and change management experience. PLM/document management tools. Airworthiness, safety-critical, or certification experience. Audit and compliance experience.

We are seeking an experienced Content Designer to support the development of new public-sector digital services. You will create clear, accessible and user-friendly content that helps people understand complex information and complete online transactions with confidence. Working within an Agile delivery environment, you will collaborate with UX/UI Designers, User Researchers, Product Managers, Business Analysts and other stakeholders to ensure content meets user needs and delivers a positive digital experience. Key Responsibilities Lead content design activities across digital services. Research subject matter and engage with stakeholders and subject-matter experts. Translate complex language, processes and requirements into clear, simple content. Draft content that supports UX designs and helps users complete online transactions. Collaborate with User Researchers to test content and assess user understanding. Use research findings, user feedback and performance metrics to refine and improve content. Select appropriate formats and presentation methods to meet different user needs. Build effective working relationships with multidisciplinary teams and external partners. Iterate content throughout the design and delivery process to improve usability and accessibility. Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience as a Content Designer within a digital or online environment. Strong web-writing skills, producing clear, accessible and usable content. Experience applying user-centred design principles to content development. Experience using user research, feedback and metrics to evaluate and improve content. Ability to simplify complex information for a broad audience, including users with lower levels of digital confidence. Experience collaborating with UX/UI Designers, User Researchers, Product Managers and Business Analysts. Experience with content management and publishing systems. Proficiency in Markdown. Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills. BPSS clearance. Desirable Experience Knowledge of public-sector services and business processes. Familiarity with CESA. Experience designing content for transactional government digital services. Experience working in multidisciplinary Agile delivery teams.

We are looking for an experienced DV-cleared VMware Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the design, implementation, and optimisation of virtualisation services in a secure UK public-sector environment. This is an opportunity to bring your specialist VMware knowledge to a high-assurance infrastructure environment, supporting secure services and working closely with technical teams and stakeholders across a major UK account. The role combines hands-on technical delivery with architecture, infrastructure optimisation and service improvement. You'll help ensure virtualisation platforms remain secure, reliable and performant while contributing to infrastructure projects and technical solutions. Key Responsibilities Provide specialist VMware expertise across the design, implementation, management and optimisation of virtualisation services. Support the operation, performance, availability and reliability of infrastructure platforms. Troubleshoot complex infrastructure and virtualisation issues, identifying root causes and implementing solutions. Contribute to infrastructure projects, technical designs and implementation activities. Work with technical teams and stakeholders to understand requirements and develop appropriate infrastructure solutions. Identify opportunities to improve platform performance, resource utilisation and operational efficiency. Support the implementation of infrastructure best practices, standards and processes. Maintain technical documentation, procedures, policies and reports. Ensure solutions are delivered in line with relevant security requirements and standards for high-assurance environments. Essential Experience Strong hands-on experience with VMware virtualisation technologies and infrastructure services. Proven experience in infrastructure technology management, implementation and troubleshooting. Experience supporting the design, delivery or optimisation of enterprise virtualisation environments. Ability to investigate technical issues and maintain infrastructure performance and availability. Experience working with technical teams and stakeholders to deliver infrastructure solutions. Understanding of secure infrastructure environments, relevant technical standards and security requirements. Strong communication, problem-solving and technical documentation skills. Desirable Experience Experience working within UK public-sector, defence or other highly regulated environments. Knowledge of security policies, standards and frameworks used in high-security environments. Microsoft technologies, particularly Windows Server, identity and access management. Relevant VMware, Microsoft or infrastructure certifications. Security certifications such as CISSP or CISM. Knowledge of TOGAF or other architecture frameworks.

Product Safety Specialist (SC) - Contract role - Hybrid/Berkshire - £competitive Synergize Consulting are now hiring for a Product Safety Specialist to work at a leading defence client on a contract basis. The successful candidate will work closely with safety, systems and engineering teams to translate technical requirements into effective digital solutions, enabling the delivery of robust safety assessments, traceable safety evidence and integrated engineering processes throughout the product life cycle. You will play a key role in advancing digital approaches to safety engineering, supporting the integration of safety analysis tools, requirements management systems, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Key Responsibilities: Capture and analyse Product Safety and System Safety engineering needs, translating them into practical digital solutions, workflows and data models. Define and develop digital workflows supporting safety analysis, safety requirements management and the generation and traceability of safety evidence. Support the design, implementation and optimisation of digital safety engineering tools Establish traceability between safety analyses, system requirements, engineering models and verification evidence. Support the integration of Product Safety processes with MBSE, Requirements Management and PLM environments. Develop and support proof-of-concept activities and pilot implementations to demonstrate and validate digital safety engineering capabilities. Collaborate with Product Safety, Systems Engineering, Digital Engineering and wider programme stakeholders to ensure solutions meet operational and technical needs. Contribute to the development of digital engineering standards, processes, methodologies and governance for Product Safety. Identify opportunities to improve engineering efficiency, data consistency and safety assurance through digitalisation and automation. Skills and Experience required: Strong knowledge of Product Safety, System Safety or Safety Engineering principles and practices. Significant experience working within complex, safety-critical engineering programmes. Practical experience using Ansys medini analyze or equivalent safety analysis tools. Understanding of safety analysis techniques, safety requirements and safety assurance processes. Knowledge of Systems Engineering principles and the engineering life cycle. Experience translating engineering requirements and stakeholder needs into digital solutions, workflows and processes. Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering teams and communicate technical concepts effectively. Experience within the Defence, Aerospace or wider safety-critical engineering sectors. Knowledge of relevant aerospace safety standards and practices. Experience with IBM DOORS Next or equivalent requirements management tools. Familiarity with MBSE environments and tools such as Cameo or Rhapsody. Experience integrating safety engineering tools with requirements management, system modelling and wider engineering toolchains. Experience supporting digital engineering transformation, proof-of-concept development or the implementation of new engineering capabilities. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering or a related technical discipline. Due to the nature of the client, it would be an advantage for candidates to hold, or be eligible and willing to undergo, a certain level of security clearance (SC). If you are looking to take the next exciting step in your career, please send in your CV for immediate consideration.

SC Cleared Lead Product Security Engineer - Defence Product Security (Defence) Predominantly onsite in Luton p/w Up to £90 p/h Inside IR35 We are currently recruiting for an experienced security cleared OT/Lead Security Engineer to join a Defence-focused engineering environment, taking responsibility for security across the full product life cycle. This is a hands-on security engineering role, working directly with product development and systems engineering teams to identify security risks, define requirements, implement appropriate controls and deliver the security assurance required for complex Defence products. Active SC Clearance is required, with the role being predominantly onsite in a secure Defence environment. Key Responsibilities Undertake security risk assessments, mitigation planning and gap analysis. Define and manage Product Security requirements across the product life cycle. Produce Security Management Plans, Security Cases, SOPs and wider assurance documentation. Advise engineering teams on secure product design, platform hardening and security controls. Support penetration testing, analyse findings and drive remediation. Liaise with internal and external security assurance authorities, including Defence stakeholders and the NCSC. Manage through-life security including vulnerability, patch and obsolescence management. Support security activities across development, testing and manufacturing. Contribute to Product Security policies, processes and training. What We're Looking For Proven Product Security/Security Engineering experience within Defence, Aerospace, military or complex engineering environments. Active SC Clearance - essential. Strong understanding of UK MOD Secure by Design and Defence security assurance. Experience with frameworks including GovS 007, HMG IS1/IS2, ISO 27001, NIST and MOD JSPs. Understanding of Systems Engineering, V&V, Product Test experience Experience with product-specific OS, firmware and software security controls. This is an excellent opportunity for an SC-cleared security professional who wants to work at the intersection of Cyber Security, Product Security and Defence Engineering, influencing security from initial design through to deployment and in-service support Apply now or get in touch for further details.

Scala Developer - SC Cleared - Active SC Clearance is a must Location: 2 days on site at Telford, 3 days Remote Contract Length: 6 months initial (very likely to extend) Security Clearance: SC Clearance Required Inside IR35 About the Role We are seeking an experienced SC Cleared Scala Developer to support critical national infrastructure projects across public sector. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-priority government services, helping to develop, maintain and enhance systems that play a vital role in public services and fraud prevention. You will join a live services and operations team, working within an Agile environment to deliver robust, scalable and secure software solutions. Key Responsibilities Microservices Development: Design, develop and enhance Scala-based microservices, often using the Play Framework. Agile Delivery: Collaborate with multidisciplinary Agile teams, including developers, testers and product managers, to deliver high-quality software. Code Quality and Testing: Write clean, efficient, maintainable and testable code for Front End and Back End services, including APIs. Live Service Support: Support and operate production services throughout the full software development life cycle. Troubleshooting: Investigate, diagnose and resolve technical issues to ensure service reliability and performance. Continuous Improvement: Contribute to best practices in software development, testing and operational support. Essential Skills and Experience Strong commercial experience developing applications using Scala . Solid understanding of functional programming principles and patterns. Experience designing and building microservices and APIs. Familiarity with the Play Framework. Experience working in Agile delivery teams. A strong focus on code quality, testing and maintainable software. Experience supporting and troubleshooting live production services. Valid SC security clearance is required for this role. The Opportunity Join a team delivering important government technology services, working on high-priority projects that support HMRC and wider government operations. If you are an experienced Scala Developer with strong functional programming skills and the required security clearance, we would welcome your application.

Systems Requirements Engineer - Defence industry Luton (4-5 days per week onsite) One year contract Up to £81.80 p/h Inside IR35 *SC clearance is essential and 4-5 days a week onsite in Luton* We are seeking an experienced security cleared Systems Requirements Engineer to support the development and definition of requirements for complex Defence projects. The role will sit within a highly technical engineering environment, working closely with engineering domains and subject-matter experts to develop system requirements, support system design, and define interfaces required to enable successful design and integration activities. Key Responsibilities Support the development, capture and management of system requirements throughout the engineering life cycle. Contribute to system design and interface definition, working closely with engineering teams across multiple technical domains. Support the integration of requirements across complex systems and ensure alignment with wider system and product objectives. Work collaboratively with engineering teams and technical subject-matter experts to resolve requirements and interface issues. Contribute to engineering activities across the full systems life cycle, with the potential to progress from requirements definition into: System integration, Qualification, Verification and Validation Work within an Agile engineering environment, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex engineering solutions. Key Skills & Experience Live security clearance (SC) Experience in systems engineering and requirements development within a complex defence, aerospace or other highly regulated engineering environment. Experience developing and defining system requirements. Understanding of systems engineering principles, design and interface definition. Experience working across the full engineering life cycle. Experience supporting systems integration, verification and/or validation activities would be advantageous. Experience working in an Agile engineering environment. Experience using MATLAB for modelling and analysis. Experience using Cameo Systems Modeler or similar MBSE/modelling tools. Experience within Electronic Warfare (EW) or other complex defence systems. Exposure to systems integration, qualification, verification and validation.

Migration Consultant (Enterprise Vault) - Contract - Hybrid working/Wiltshire - £competitive Synergize Consulting are hiring for an experienced Migration Consultant to lead the design, deployment, and optimisation of Veritas Enterprise Vault environments on a contract basis. The successful candidate will bring deep technical expertise in Enterprise Vault architecture, data archiving strategies, and integration with Microsoft Exchange/Office 365 and other enterprise systems. You will play a key role in advising stakeholders, designing scalable solutions, and overseeing the migration and archiving of data in highly regulated and complex environments. Key Responsibilities Act as the technical lead and subject matter expert for Enterprise Vault architecture, deployment, and optimisation. Design and document the end-to-end migration plan for upgrading current Enterprise Vault offering Design, implement, and configure Enterprise Vault solutions to meet business, compliance, and retention requirements. Execute the EV migration, including data, indexes, configurations, and integrations. Develop and document high- and low-level designs, deployment strategies, and migration plans. Manage and optimise data archiving, journaling, and eDiscovery processes. Integrate Enterprise Vault with Exchange, Office 365, SharePoint, and file Servers. Support Legacy archive migrations to Enterprise Vault or cloud-based alternatives. Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across archiving platforms and associated infrastructure. Conduct health checks, performance tuning, and capacity planning for Enterprise Vault environments. Collaborate with stakeholders on compliance, legal hold, and retention policies. Provide knowledge transfer, training, and documentation to internal teams. Essential Skills & Experience Proven expertise in Veritas Enterprise Vault (architecture, configuration, deployment, and support). Demonstrable experience of leading, or being a key part of, an Enterprise Vault migration and upgrade, ideally including version 12 and above. Strong background in Microsoft Exchange (on-prem and O365), Active Directory, and related messaging infrastructure. Hands-on experience with data archiving, journaling, retention policies, and compliance-driven environments. Experience with archive migration tools (eg, TransVault, Quadrotech, Archive Shuttle). Knowledge of SQL Server administration in the context of Enterprise Vault. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in complex enterprise environments. Demonstrable experience delivering projects in large-scale or regulated organisations (finance, government, defence, etc.). Due to the nature of the client, it would be an advantage for candidates to hold, or be eligible and willing to undergo, a certain level of security clearance (SC). Desirable Skills Familiarity with cloud archiving solutions and hybrid EV deployments. Scripting and automation skills (PowerShell). Experience with backup and recovery solutions (NetBackup, Commvault). ITIL certification or experience in ITIL-based service delivery environments. Personal Attributes Strong communication and consulting skills, able to engage with senior stakeholders and technical teams. Ability to produce clear technical documentation and design artefacts. Analytical, methodical, and detail-focused approach. Ability to work independently or as part of a project team. Proactive, with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions on time. If you are looking to take the next exciting step in your IT career, please send in your CV for immediate consideration.

1st Line Operative - Birmingham Location: Birmingham Rate: £18 -£ 20 per hour inside of IR35 Contract: 6 months Company: Leading Global Consulting Firm Our client a Leading Global Consulting Firm is currently seeking a 1st Line Operative to join our team in Birmingham on a 6-month contract . Key Responsibilities: Provide first-line operational support to ensure smooth daily processes Monitor and manage incoming requests, escalating issues where necessary Accurately record information and maintain documentation Work collaboratively with internal teams to resolve issues efficiently About You: Strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills Reliable, proactive, and able to work as part of a team Previous experience in an operational or support role is desirable but not essential

We are looking for an experienced Security Cleared (SC) DevOps Automation Engineer to help drive the next stage of automation maturity across build, test, and release pipelines. This role is critical to enabling development teams to test earlier, accelerate release cycles, and ensure consistency and compliance across environments. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and optimise CI/CD pipelines to support build, test, and deployment. Automate containerisation workflows and orchestration with OpenShift. Integrate automated testing and quality gates into pipelines to improve release readiness. Implement secure, compliant automation including SAST/DAST, dependency scanning, and artifact signing. Automate infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, Helm). Ensure observability by integrating monitoring/logging solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk). Collaborate with dev squads to onboard applications into standardised pipelines and templates. Essential Skills Strong background with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, ArgoCD, Tekton). Advanced Scripting skills (Python, Bash, Groovy, PowerShell). Expertise with Docker/Podman and deployment automation on OpenShift. Proven experience delivering IaC solutions. Solid understanding of secure DevOps practices and compliance frameworks. Track record of enabling shift-left testing and reducing cycle times. Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will have a valid UK SC Clearance prior to a start.

We are currently working with our global IT consultancy who have an urgent requirement for an experienced SC Cleared Network Discovery & Migration Consultant to support a secure public sector engagement. This role offers the opportunity to work in a complex environment alongside senior consultants and technical leaders, helping shape and deliver a critical migration roadmap. Role Responsibilities: Conduct discovery workshops and gather detailed network and system data Classify and consolidate discovered endpoints based on service role Group devices/endpoints in line with security guidelines and business processes Develop a migration roadmap aligned with business priorities and technical requirements Identify and prioritise business functions/services for migration Assess dependencies between applications, systems, and networks Validate compatibility with the existing network infrastructure Define phased migration approaches to minimise operational disruption Skills & Experience Required: Strong networking expertise, ideally with Aruba, Cisco, and other enterprise platforms Proven experience in network discovery, assessment, and consolidation projects Background in secure environments, ideally public sector Excellent stakeholder engagement and workshop facilitation skills Ability to develop structured roadmaps for large-scale migration programmes This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-profile engagement and make an impact in a secure, mission-critical environment. *Due to the nature of the project, the successful candidate will have a valid UK SC Clearance before the start.

Senior/Principal Firmware (FPGA) Engineer - SC Clearance required Location: Edinburgh Contract length: 6 months Work model: Hybrid "Please note only candidates with sole UK nationality who hold active SC clearance will be considered* Our client, a defence client, is seeking a Senior or Principal Firmware (FPGA) Engineer to join their team in Edinburgh. Responsibilities: Their Electronics Function in Edinburgh requires a Senior/Principal Firmware (FPGA) to create and develop firmware for leading edge airborne applications. You would be responsible for the design and development of Firmware designs using VHDL, for verifying designs using either VHDL or SystemVerilog and working to a structured firmware design process. The role and skills required: Creating innovative VHDL based FPGA designs Advanced verification techniques using either VHDL or SystemVerilog/UVM Current FPGA technologies from either Xilinx, Altera or Microsemi and their tools Model Driven Engineering tools including MATLAB and Simulink High Speed Interface Design & Integration, including PCIe, DDR3, Ethernet Analysing system level documents and deriving detailed Firmware requirements Adopting a methodical approach to the full firmware design life cycle, ideally working to a structured firmware process such as RTCA DO-254 or similar Specifying complex timing and area constraints for efficient FPGA place and route De-bugging firmware designs and supporting system related verification and integration Qualifications required: Degree in Electronics and Electrical Engineering, ideally specialising in FPGA/Digital techniques.