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SC Cleared Service Designer - Contract Rate: Up to £500 per day (Inside IR35) Location: London (3 days per week on-site) Contract: Initial contract with strong extension potential We're hiring an experienced SC-cleared Service Designer to support the delivery of user-centred, GDS-compliant digital services within a central government environment. This is a high-impact role on a policy-backed programme where service design plays a critical role in shaping end-to-end user journeys, operating models and service outcomes. Key Requirements Active Security Clearance (SC) - must be current and transferable Strong experience working to GDS standards and the Government Service Standard Demonstrable service design delivery across Discovery, Alpha and Beta phases Proven ability to design end-to-end services , including journeys and service blueprints Confident engaging with senior stakeholders , service owners and multidisciplinary teams Able to balance user needs, policy intent and operational constraints Responsibilities Lead and deliver service design activities across complex digital programmes Map as-is and to-be journeys , identifying risks, dependencies and opportunities Collaborate closely with user researchers, interaction designers, content designers, product managers and engineers Facilitate workshops, co-design sessions and stakeholder alignment activities Ensure service design outputs support GDS service assessments Champion user-centred, evidence-led decision making across the programme Working Pattern 3 days per week on-site in London Remaining days remote, offering a balanced and flexible working model If you're an SC-cleared Service Designer with strong GDS and central government experience and are looking for a London-based contract with real service impact, we'd like to hear from you. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Enhanced security clearance is required for this role. We're looking for an experienced Software Engineer to help build and scale secure Back End platforms used by National Security and Defence customers. You'll work on modern cloud-based systems using a mix of commercial and open-source technologies across private and public cloud environments. What you'll be doing Designing, building, deploying and improving Back End services and platforms Delivering features that meet both functional and non-functional requirements Estimating and shaping user stories as part of an Agile team Shipping small, frequent releases to keep momentum high Working closely with other engineers in cross-functional teams Building, optimising and running CI/CD pipelines Owning and supporting the services your team delivers in production What we're looking for 5+ years' experience delivering production-grade cloud solutions Strong Java experience, with exposure to JVM languages such as Kotlin or Scala Experience with Kafka or similar messaging platforms Background in Agile DevSecOps environments and Zero Trust architectures Experience integrating with services such as PostgreSQL, Redis and S3 Solid engineering fundamentals: clean code, testing, documentation, code reviews and continuous delivery Comfortable using GitHub, GitLab and Atlassian tools Strong TDD experience Hands-on experience with microservices and distributed systems Exposure to Big Data technologies Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

This role is to lead the development activities and support the team overseeing the re-factoring of the application as part of a large programme. You will work directly with IBM and client teams, as well as within a wider programme team, to deliver the application changes required for a successful migration. This will include designing, developing, and assuring key application components, while contributing to the overall technical implementation. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

SC Cleared Content Designer - GDS Rate: Up to £500 per day (Inside IR35) Location: London (3 days per week on-site) Contract: Initial contract with strong extension potential We're looking for an experienced SC-cleared Content Designer to join a central government digital programme , helping to design clear, accessible and user-focused content for public-facing services click apply for full job details

System engineering life cycles, tailoringand planning Experience with working with commercial managers and civil contractors to achieve system installation and deployment as locations required by the client Chairing design reviews Requirements elicitation & management Risk and opportunity management Configuration management & baseline development through life cycle Knowledge and understanding of Electronic Warfare (EW) and (ideally) both military and civil communications systems Appreciation of hardware firmware and software, including SDR with high speedADCs and RF sub-systems Appreciation of a production environment, design and maintenance of manufacturing equipment and test fixtures Product qualification and safety, relevant legislation and sign-off Environmental regulations and legislation, product sign-off EMC regulations and control techniques, working with specialists, sign-off. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Essential skills will include BEng/BSc or Master's degree in an appropriate engineering or computer science related subject. Strong skill set in C and/or C++ for Embedded development and associated operating systems Collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver project requirements, system design, and system test/integration phases and experience of modern DevOps practices Knowledge of latest System on Chip (SoC) devices, Software Defined Radio (SDR) platforms and open-source frameworks such as OpenCPI. Good understanding of Digital Signal Processing (DSP) algorithms and experience of modelling or simulation algorithms using MATLAB or Python. Job Purpose & Key Responsibilities As an Embedded software engineer your responsibilities could include: Capture of Embedded software requirements, software design and test/verification processes for efficient Real Time systems from R&D concept through to the full product development life cycle The implementation of bespoke data processing and control schemes. Understanding and applying new and emerging technologies inclusive of RPNT Digital Signal Processing algorithm techniques Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Position: Virtualisation Engineer Location: Cheltenham/Gloucestershire Salary band: £50,000 to £60,000 per annum Clearance: Willingness to undergo a security clearance process is required Are you ready to take your VMware expertise into one of the most secure and impactful environments in the UK? This is your chance to join a major multinational technology organisation delivering large-scale, mission-critical services to the UK Government. Your work will directly support national-level operations where reliability, precision, and resilience truly matter. What You'll Be Doing Providing first and second-line technical support across complex virtualised environments Monitoring system performance to ensure stability, availability, and seamless functionality Creating and maintaining high-quality documentation to support operational excellence Supporting compliance with established processes, standards, and security policies What You'll Bring Strong organisational and time-management skills Experience working to ITIL best practices A mindset focused on root-cause analysis and continuous improvement A collaborative approach - sharing knowledge and learning from others A proactive attitude towards identifying risks, issues, and opportunities Desirable Skills Deep understanding of virtualisation technologies Experience installing, upgrading, configuring, or supporting: Windows Server 2016/2019, AWS, Azure Knowledge of Red Hat technologies (Satellite 6, OpenShift 3/4, RHEL/CentOS, CoreOS) Understanding of Active Directory (OU creation, RBAC, DFS) Familiarity with VSAN, SCVMM, Hyper-V Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, LAN/WAN) Scripting experience (PowerShell, Bash, Python, Git) Awareness of McAfee EPO/ENS What's In It for You Competitive salary and pension Comprehensive benefits package Access to employee recognition schemes, social events, and wellbeing initiatives If you're passionate about virtualisation, thrive in secure environments, and want to work on projects that genuinely matter, this is the place to take your career to the next level. To learn more, please do reach out to Tom Royston via email on (see below) Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Cyber Security GRC Consultant (DV Cleared) Location: Hybrid / Southeast Region - on-site presence required Contract Type: Permanent & Full-time Salary: Competitive + Benefits About the Role As a Cyber Security Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in delivering Secure by Design risk and security assurance services within MOD and Public Sector environments click apply for full job details

Job Title: .Net/C# Backend Developer - Defence Sector Location: remote - Adhoc travel to client site Contract Type: Outside IR35 Day Rate: £400 - £425/day Clearance Required: SC Cleared We are currently seeking a highly skilled Backend Developer with active SC Clearance to support secure and mission-critical projects within the Defence sector click apply for full job details

Ping ID Specialist/IAM Consultant - SC Clearance Location: Cheltenham Road, Bishops Cleeve Work Type: 70% Remote, 30% Office Length: Initial Short Term Contract, c.2 months with scope for extensions Rate: £450 - £500 (Inside) Clearance: Must have active SC Clearance Role Description: IAMSME with experience of Web SSO/MFA and Application integration, based upon Ping Directory, Ping Federate and PingOne MFA. Ping Federate with Radius. Upgrade experience on Linux. Also experience of working in a Secure Client environment. Demonstratable experience in Ping Directory, Ping Federate, PingOne MFA, Ping Fed Radius, configuration, migration and Application onboarding using SAML and OIDC authentications. - Ideally certified in Ping Identity products. Experience in applying consultancy approaches and techniques as part of migration project. Experience of working in a classified environment. Aviation Services Proficient in reviewing, validating and implementing Ping Identity policies. LDAP directory knowledge and experience in LDAP structure and Synchronisation Radius knowledge and experience to setup Ping Federate Radius service, policies and connection testing Proficient in reviewing & inputting into Architecture artifacts. Working with Applications teams to manage re-configuration of SSO and MFA for existing applications. Working with client project manager and support planning work breakdown steps Proficient in stakeholder management. Knowledge of government security standards and processes such as ISO27001 standards, NNPPI, NIST & Cyber Essentials Plus & GDPR. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Cyber Technical Consultant - SC Cleared - Perm Location: London or Cheltenham, 3 days in the office Clearance: Active SC Clearance Salary: £45,000 - £70,000 + Benefits This is an exciting opportunity for a Technical Cyber Security Consultant to join an expanding technical consultancy as they support public sector clients across cyber, telecoms, and data. This role involves designing secure networks, analysing complex datasets, and contributing to protecting UK security through data driven insights and solutions. Key Responsibilities Assessing your client's' needs, understanding how their needs may differ from their wants, and appropriately managing stakeholder relationships. Selecting, understanding and adapting security control frameworks. Designing, justifying and implementing security management strategies. Identifying risks from design documentation and proposing proportionate cyber security controls. Ensuring security principles are applied during design and development to reduce risk. Developing and communicating corporate information security policy, standards and guidelines. Developing organisational strategies that address information control requirements. Identifying and monitoring environmental and market trends and proactively assessing impact on business strategies, benefits and risks. Performing threat modelling and risk assessments to develop a holistic picture of threat. Developing new architectures that mitigate the risks posed by new technologies and business practices. Accurately delivering high quality work to agreed timelines. Taking the initiative on project work, and knowing how to jump straight in. Supporting client engagements, including pitches and presentations. Skills/Knowledge You have relevant and recent experience working within the cyber security industry. You have experience in a consulting or customer facing role. You have worked in technical client deliveries across a range of cyber security related projects You can demonstrate subject matter expertise in one of the following domains: Security Architecture, Security Operations, Identity & Access Management, Security Engineering. You have experience of programming, programming and Scripting concepts. You have experience working with security controls within cloud-based infrastructure (eg Azure, AWS, GCP). This may include design, configuration, or protective monitoring. You have experience working with security control frameworks eg ISO27001, NIST, CAF or others. You have demonstrable continuous personal development with relevant certifications and accreditations. You have strong interpersonal skills You have UK security clearance at SC or above or are eligible and willing to go through clearance If you're interested in the learning more, please apply or reach out to (see below) Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Cloud Architect - MOD DV - Perm Location: Corsham, 4 days on-site Clearance: Active MOD DV - Must have DV in place, no scope for sponsorship Salary : £80,000 - £95,000 + Benefits An exciting opportunity has opened up to join one of Google Cloud's primary technical partners, as they push on with a new programme of work in the UK Defence sector, utilising cutting edge Cloud technologies click apply for full job details