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Principal Platform Engineer PAM (Privileged Access Management Yeovil HQ | 3-4 days onsite (Condensed Hours Available) Inside IR35 Up to £90 p/h Inside IR35 .DV Clearance is essential* Are you an experienced Platform Engineer with expertise in Privileged Access Management (PAM) and secure enterprise infrastructure? We're looking for a Principal Platform Engineer to lead the design, integration and delivery of secure platform solutions supporting critical defence and government programmes. We're partnering with a leading Defence organisation to recruit a Principal Platform Engineer who will play a key role in designing and delivering enterprise-scale, software-defined infrastructure within highly classified environments. You'll have strong experience across several of the following: Strong experience with CyberArk or another enterprise PAM solution Windows & Linux administration VMware or Hyper-V virtualisation Networking knowledge (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, Firewalls) Automation using PowerShell, Bash, Python, Ansible or Terraform Experience designing secure privileged access models Knowledge of cyber security controls and secure-by-design principles Experience delivering solutions within highly secure or defence environments This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering team where you'll combine hands-on technical expertise with technical leadership, helping to deliver secure platforms that support mission-critical national security programmes. Due to the nature of the work, DV Clearance is essential to be considered for this role. What's on Offer? Long-term programme within a leading Defence organisation Condensed working hours available Work on highly secure, enterprise-scale platforms using cutting-edge VMware technologies The opportunity to influence architecture, mentor talented engineers and work on genuinely mission-critical infrastructure

Obsolescence Engineer Remote working in the U.K 12 Month contract Up to £53 p/h Outside IR35 We are looking for an experienced Obsolescence Engineer to join a high-profile engineering programme within the defence sector. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in managing component and equipment obsolescence, ensuring long-term supportability and reducing technical risk across complex systems. Working within an established engineering team, you will investigate obsolescence issues, assess risks, develop mitigation strategies, and produce robust technical evidence to support engineering change decisions. Key Responsibilities Deliver obsolescence management activities in accordance with the project Obsolescence Management Plan (OMP). Review and maintain the Obsolescence Management Plan throughout the project life cycle. Investigate engineering Change Queries (CQIs) and provide timely technical assessments. Evaluate obsolescence risks and develop effective mitigation strategies in line with IEC 62402 . Produce high-quality solution documents to support Change Query Final Answers (CQFAs). Work closely with engineering, support, supply chain and project teams to identify suitable replacement components and long-term support solutions. Ensure technical documentation is accurate, complete and compliant with project governance requirements. Support engineering reviews and contribute to continuous improvement of obsolescence management processes. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in obsolescence management, component engineering, ILS, support engineering or a similar engineering discipline. Experience working within Defence, Aerospace, Naval or other highly regulated engineering environments. Knowledge of IEC 62402 or recognised obsolescence management practices. Experience investigating engineering issues and producing technical reports or solution documentation. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to agreed service levels and delivery timescales. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Contract Principal RF Engineer Edinburgh (Hybrid - typically 3 days onsite) *Security Clearance is essential* Up to £75 p/h Inside IR35 We're looking for an experienced security cleared Principal RF Engineer to join a team developing next-generation RF and microwave technology for advanced defence and aerospace programmes. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge radar and sensing technologies, contributing to the development of complex RF systems that will shape future air and defence capabilities. You'll play a key role throughout the complete hardware development life cycle, from concept through to integration and production, working alongside multidisciplinary engineering teams. Due to the nature of the work and security requirements, this is a hybrid position with the majority of time spent onsite in Edinburgh (typically around three days per week, depending on project requirements). Essential Skills & Experience Live security clearance (SC) RF and Microwave subsystem design RF system integration and verification Microwave circuit design and analysis RF laboratory measurements, including Signal generators, Spectrum analysers and Vector Network Analysers (VNAs) Microwave design and simulation tools GaAs and/or GaN MMIC design and application Passive microwave structure design Low phase noise design and measurement Microwave component selection Technical documentation and report writing Design reviews and engineering life cycle management Please only apply if you hold live security clearance and are willing/able to be based onsite in Edinburg on average Three days a week (Project dependant).

SC Cleared | Hampshire (Hybrid/Remote) | Contract Oracle APEX Developer/Administrator | Oracle DBA | Discovery & Migration Synergize Consulting is supporting our client in the search for an experienced Oracle APEX Subject Matter Expert to undertake a critical discovery exercise ahead of the migration and upgrade of a business-critical Oracle APEX estate. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Oracle APEX Developer/Administrator with Oracle DBA expertise to play a key role in assessing the current environment, documenting the existing platform, and helping lay the foundations for a future migration to a supported Oracle APEX environment. Security Clearance Due to the nature of the work, applicants must hold current SC Clearance and be eligible to work on UK MOD projects. The Role Working alongside the client's Oracle Administrator, you will review the existing production environment and a recently established Proof of Concept (PoC) environment, gathering technical information and producing a comprehensive discovery report. You'll be expected to lead technical discussions, challenge where appropriate, and document the current estate to support future migration planning. Key Responsibilities Conduct a detailed discovery of the existing Oracle APEX environments. Review and document both the live and PoC environments. Assess Oracle APEX applications, databases and infrastructure. Document operating systems, versions, licensing and environment configurations. Capture application inventory, developers and user populations. Review database schemas, security, access controls and user administration. Assess backup, recovery and disaster recovery arrangements. Review available technical documentation and identify any gaps. Produce clear technical documentation to support future migration and upgrade activities. Work collaboratively with the client's Oracle Administrator and wider technical team. Essential Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience with Oracle APEX Development and Administration. Solid Oracle Database Administration (DBA) experience. Experience documenting complex Oracle environments. Strong understanding of Oracle database architecture and schema design. Experience supporting or delivering Oracle APEX upgrades or migrations. Excellent stakeholder engagement and technical documentation skills. Ability to lead discovery workshops and extract technical information from SMEs. Active SC Clearance. Desirable Previous MOD or Defence sector experience. Experience of Oracle APEX platform migrations. Knowledge of Oracle licensing and infrastructure. Experience producing technical discovery and assessment reports. Location Hampshire Ideally 2-3 days per week onsite during the discovery phase (flexibility available). Remote working may be possible for the duration, subject to client approval. If you're an experienced Oracle APEX specialist looking to work on an important programme and enjoy technical discovery, environment assessment and migration projects, we'd love to hear from you.

We are recruiting for an experienced Boomi Platform Engineer/Boomi Integration Developer to join a large-scale enterprise integration programme. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong hands-on Boomi AtomSphere experience who enjoys designing, developing and supporting enterprise integration solutions across business-critical applications. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, test and deploy integrations using Boomi AtomSphere. Support, maintain and enhance existing integration solutions. Configure and troubleshoot Boomi connectors across enterprise applications, cloud services, databases and third-party systems. Investigate and resolve production issues, connector failures, data mapping and connectivity problems. Monitor integration health using logs, alerts, audit reports and error reporting. Support deployments across Development, QA and Production environments. Administer and maintain Boomi environments. Produce technical documentation and support continuous improvement initiatives. Essential Skills Minimum 3 years' hands-on Boomi AtomSphere experience. Strong experience designing and supporting Boomi integrations. Experience configuring and supporting Boomi connectors. Knowledge of integration patterns, orchestration, scheduling and data transformation. Experience troubleshooting production integrations and resolving incidents. Familiarity with Boomi's low-code development environment. Experience supporting integrations hosted within Azure or similar cloud environments. Understanding of ITIL Incident and Change Management processes. Excellent communication skills with both technical and business stakeholders. Desirable Experience integrating Salesforce and other enterprise applications. Knowledge of enterprise integration best practices. Experience working within large enterprise environments. This role requires five days per week onsite in Manchester , so applicants must be able to commit to a full onsite working pattern. If you have strong Boomi integration experience and are looking for your next contract opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

Senior DevSecOps Engineer Reading (Hybrid working available) Active SC Clearance required Up to £71 p/h Inside IR35 We're looking for an experienced security cleared Senior DevSecOps Engineer to play a key role in delivering secure digital platforms for high-profile Defence and Aerospace programmes. You'll lead the integration of security, automation and cloud engineering best practices, ensuring security is Embedded throughout the software development life cycle. As the Senior DevSecOps Engineer, you will: Lead the design and implementation of secure DevSecOps platforms and toolchains Embed automated security controls into CI/CD pipelines Develop secure Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM, Ansible) Design secure Azure, AWS and hybrid cloud environments Implement vulnerability management, security monitoring and automated compliance Support threat modelling, security architecture reviews and risk assessments Drive adoption of Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) best practice Implement container and Kubernetes security across enterprise platforms Continuously improve automation, platform resilience and operational security Key Skills Active SC Clearance Strong Defence, MOD or Aerospace experience Extensive experience in DevSecOps, DevOps, Platform Engineering or Cloud Security Extensive experience building secure CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD or Jenkins Strong Azure and/or AWS security experience Hands-on Infrastructure as Code experience (Terraform, Bicep, ARM Templates or Ansible) Experience securing Kubernetes and containerised environments Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture, IAM, RBAC and Privileged Access Management (PAM) Experience implementing SAST, DAST, SCA, container scanning and secrets management Strong Scripting skills with PowerShell, Python or Bash Experience with SIEM, SOAR, logging and observability platforms Good understanding of security frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, NCSC and Cyber Essentials Plus CISSP, CCSP, Security+, CEH, CKS, CKA or similar certifications Please note: Active SC Clearance is essential for this position, along with previous experience working within the UK Defence or Aerospace sector. The role is based in Reading with hybrid working available.

We're looking for 2 experienced BeyondTrust SMEs to support the transition and BAU operation of a large-scale Privileged Access Management (PAM) service. Essential Skills: 2+ years' hands-on BeyondTrust administration Experience with: BeyondTrust Password Safe BeyondTrust Privileged Remote Access (PRA) BeyondTrust Endpoint Privilege Management (EPM) Strong understanding of Privileged Access Management (PAM) Active Directory administration Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) SAML, SSO, MFA and RBAC Group Policy administration and troubleshooting Production support, troubleshooting and operational support Technical documentation and knowledge transfer Desirable: Financial Services or other regulated environments ITIL, service transition and hypercare experience Requirements: Eligible for BPSS Clearance Able to work 5 days onsite in Manchester Inside IR35 If you have strong BeyondTrust and PAM experience and are looking for your next contract, we'd like to hear from you.

Principal/Lead Hardware Engineer (Contract) Luton based - 4 days a week onsite SC Clearance is essential Up to £70 p/h Inside IR35 I'm working with a leading engineering organisation delivering some of the UK's most advanced defence technology programmes and am looking to speak with experienced security cleared Principal/Lead Hardware Engineers. This is an opportunity to work on cutting-edge electronic systems deployed across airborne, maritime and land-based platforms, designing mission-critical hardware that supports real-world operational capability. What you'll be working on: High-speed digital and mixed-signal hardware design FPGA & SoC-based architectures (Xilinx, AMD, Intel/Altera) High-speed interfaces including DDR, PCIe & Ethernet Complex multilayer PCB design and schematic capture Hardware integration, verification and system qualification Board-level debugging using industry-standard test equipment Collaboration across Systems, Firmware, Software, RF and Mechanical Engineering teams We're looking for engineers with experience in: High-speed digital electronics FPGA-based hardware design Embedded systems integration Altium, Xpedition, OrCAD or similar design tools Signal integrity, EMC/EMI and hardware verification Aerospace, Defence or other safety-critical engineering environments -Electronic Warfare, Radar, RF Systems, Communications, Sensor Systems or DO-254, DEF STAN or MIL-STD environments This is a fantastic opportunity to join a highly skilled engineering team delivering complex programmes from concept through to integration, qualification and customer acceptance. If you're interested, or know someone who could be a great fit, please get in touch or send me a direct message.

We're recruiting for an experienced SC Cleared Senior Database Administrator (DBA) to join a major public sector programme, supporting the design, optimisation and resilience of critical AWS-hosted database platforms. This is a hands-on technical role requiring strong expertise across AWS database services, performance tuning and high availability. Clearance required: BPSS + SC (It needs to be an active SC with a government agency used within the last 6 months) Essential Skills Expert knowledge of AWS Aurora , Amazon RDS and PostgreSQL Strong database architecture, schema design and data modelling experience SQL optimisation, query tuning and execution plan analysis Performance tuning, indexing and database optimisation Backup, recovery, replication, failover and disaster recovery Troubleshooting complex production database environments Data reconciliation and data integrity validation AWS services including IAM, CloudWatch, KMS, VPC and Secrets Manager Infrastructure as Code ( Terraform or CloudFormation ) CI/CD experience Excellent stakeholder management and technical leadership skills Desirable AWS Database Specialty or AWS Solutions Architect certification Experience with MySQL, SQL Server, MongoDB or Redis Public Sector or other highly regulated environments

Principal Platform Engineer | VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Yeovil HQ | 3-4 days onsite (Condensed Hours Available) Up to £800 per day Inside IR35 *DV Clearance is essential* Are you an experienced DV cleared Platform Engineer with deep VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) expertise looking to work on some of the UK's most secure and technically challenging programmes? We're partnering with a leading Defence organisation to recruit a Principal Platform Engineer who will play a key role in designing and delivering enterprise-scale, software-defined infrastructure within highly classified environments. As a Principal Platform Engineer, you'll lead the design, implementation and evolution of secure VMware Cloud Foundation platforms, working alongside highly skilled engineers to deliver resilient, enterprise-grade infrastructure. You'll combine hands-on technical leadership with architecture, mentoring and customer engagement, helping shape solutions that operate in some of the most demanding environments. What You'll Be Doing Lead the architecture, design and deployment of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) platforms. Design secure software-defined datacentre solutions spanning compute, storage and networking. Translate customer requirements into robust technical designs and implementation plans. Take ownership of complex technical work packages, providing estimates, technical leadership and delivery oversight. Embed secure-by-design principles throughout the engineering life cycle. Mentor and support engineers, helping develop capability across the wider team. Engage directly with customers and stakeholders, presenting technical solutions and influencing key decisions. Contribute to platform strategy, innovation and the evolution of future infrastructure capabilities. You'll have strong experience across several of the following: VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), including vSphere, vSAN, NSX and Aria Suite Enterprise virtualisation and software-defined datacentre technologies Windows and Linux administration Networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing and Firewalls NSX, network virtualisation and micro-segmentation Infrastructure automation using PowerShell, Python, Bash, Ansible and/or Terraform Secure platform engineering within enterprise, government or defence environments Systems engineering across the full project life cycle Enterprise platform integration across compute, storage and networking VMware VCAP certification AWS or other public cloud platforms Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevSecOps practices VxRail and hyper-converged infrastructure VMware Cloud Foundation life cycle management, patching and upgrades Active Directory, PKI, PAM, SIEM and enterprise monitoring integrations Kubernetes and container platforms Security Clearance Due to the nature of the work, DV Clearance is essential, we are not able to consider candidates with SC or below, please do not apply if you do not hold this level of clearance. What's on Offer? Up to £800 per day (Inside IR35) Long-term programme within a leading Defence organisation Condensed working hours available Work on highly secure, enterprise-scale platforms using cutting-edge VMware technologies The opportunity to influence architecture, mentor talented engineers and work on genuinely mission-critical infrastructure

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.