Sanderson Government & Defence

Join a high-profile public sector programme driving strategic change and value for citizens. As a Benefits Manager , you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring that investment decisions deliver measurable outcomes. You'll lead benefits management activities across the project lifecycle-from shaping strategy and mapping benefits to tracking realisation and reporting impact click apply for full job details

Role: Network Engineer Duration: 6 months Location: Newport OR Stevenage (onsite full time) Rate: £500 - £600 pd Inside IR35 Clearance: Must have SC and must be sole British National Essential Skills CCNA accreditation Good level of knowledge and experience using Cisco technologies - to include but not exclusively click apply for full job details

GRC Consultant - MOD DV Location: Farnborough or Cambridgeshire Type: Hybrid (3 days on-site) IR Status: Inside Rate: £500 - £600 Lenghth: Initial 6 months, scope for extension Must have Active MOD DV Clearance In this role, you'll be: Providing the Secure by Design risk and security assurance function within MOD as part of a managed service click apply for full job details

What you will bring to the team: Willingness to both share your knowledge and learn from others A proactive approach towards looking for risks and problems An ability to work both independently and in a team A willingness to investigate challenges and solve them Good organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills Desirable Skills and Technologies Administration experience in a database technology such as Oracle, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, MySQL, etc Experience of OS such as RHEL and Windows Server Experience in cloud technologies such as AWS Knowledge of database monitoring tools, such as OEM and Nagios Experience in Scripting, such as Python Knowledge of database server clustering, failover, and disaster recovery Experience in database replication software, such as Data Guard, Replication Manager for PostgreSQL, and MongoDB ReplicaSets 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: Automation Engineer Location: 3 days a week onsite in Salisbury Day Rate: £550 to £600 p.d Inside IR35 Active SC Clearance Required Join a leading IT Services organisation delivering cutting-edge solutions within the defence sector. We're seeking a skilled Automation Engineer for a contract role supporting secure, enterprise-scale environments click apply for full job details

Role responsibilities: Provide first and second level technical support on incidents and problems Monitor overall system performance and ensure smooth system functionality Create, maintain, and utilise documentation Assist building compliance with processes and policies What you will bring to the team Excellent organisation and time management skills Working to ITIL best practices Desire to improve processes, looking for the root cause of a problem Willingness to both share your knowledge and learn from others A proactive approach towards looking for risks and problem 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.

Overview: A leading secure IT provider is seeking a motivated and ambitious 3rd Line Core Engineer (Grade 11) to join a highly secure Basingstoke-based environment. This role is an excellent entry point into 3rd line engineering, offering hands-on training, clear progression, and exposure to a wide range of core infrastructure technologies. You'll work within a skilled team while gaining strong operational experience and developing your technical capability. Key Responsibilities: Perform daily infrastructure checks, incident management, triage, and escalation Support a high-profile user community with regular customer and stakeholder interaction Work with ITSM tools to manage the full incident life cycle Contribute to operational readiness reviews and service release support Support project activity including hardware builds and configuration Carry out hands-on Windows Server and Active Directory tasks Utilise event management and monitoring tools such as SolarWinds, SCOM, MECM/SCCM, Active Directory, SQL, vCentre, and Trelix (McAfee) Receive structured training across monitoring platforms and tooling environments Environment & Clearance: This position sits within one of the UK's most secure operational environments. DV clearance is essential. Full sponsorship is available for candidates not currently holding DV clearance; however, employment can only begin once clearance has been fully approved. Fully on-site initially No phones or corporate laptops permitted on the secure floor Progression & Development: Ideal for candidates early in their 3rd line journey Strong cross-training with Grade 11 and Grade 12 engineers Clear progression path from Grade 11 to Grade 12 Supportive team culture with structured development Once established, working pattern becomes split: ~50% at the secure site and ~50% at the standard Basingstoke office Benefits Package: Salary £40k-£45k + 10% DV allowance One-stage, in-person interview (technical + competency) 26 days annual leave plus public holidays Double-matching pension contributions up to 10% Life assurance Companywide incentive plans Flexible benefits ("Your Choices") including increased holiday, dental, travel, and critical illness cover Employee discount schemes Employee Assistance Programme & Virtual GP If you're looking to accelerate your 3rd line career in a secure, well-supported environment with outstanding progression opportunities, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your latest CV to be considered. 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.

User Experience Designer (SC) - Hybrid Remote £45,000 - £55,000 Join a dynamic digital consultancy team focused on user-centred design and impactful digital transformation across public and private sectors - given the nature of the work you must be eligible for SC clearance. Role Overview As a UX Designer, you'll work in agile, multidisciplinary teams to design accessible, user-focused digital services. You'll apply inclusive design principles, collaborate with stakeholders, and create intuitive experiences that meet user needs and business goals. Key Responsibilities Conduct user research and translate insights into design solutions. Design accessible, user-friendly digital products and services. Create wireframes, prototypes, personas, and service maps. Facilitate workshops and present design concepts to stakeholders. Apply iterative design methods and agile delivery practices. Use tools like Figma, Sketch, Adobe XD, InVision, and Axure. Build and test interactive prototypes using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Ensure compliance with accessibility standards (eg, WCAG). What You'll Bring Strong foundation in user-centred design across the full life cycle. Experience with GDS standards and inclusive design practices. Ability to communicate complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences. Proven ability to lead design work and collaborate across teams. Experience with accessibility testing and assistive technologies. Familiarity with accessibility certifications (eg, CPACC, WAS, CPWA) is a plus. Why Join? Work on high-impact digital transformation projects. Access to extensive training and certifications in design, tech, and agile delivery. Opportunities for career growth, internal initiatives, and thought leadership. Inclusive, flexible working culture with a strong focus on wellbeing. Regular team events, knowledge-sharing sessions, and social activities. 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.

Sanderson are looking for a Senior Linux Engineer to join a growing team on a permanent basis supporting secure, high-performance Linux environments across multiple long-term projects. This is a hands-on, fully onsite role based in Stevenage, with occasional travel across Greater London and the Southeast (expensed). If you enjoy working closely with customers, solving interesting technical challenges, and being part of a collaborative, supportive team, this could be a great next step. You'll be joining a group of Linux specialists who work across several contracts, sharing expertise and shaping best practices. This is a strong opportunity to deepen your skills in HPC, clustered environments, automation, and modern Linux tooling - all while contributing to important, evolving projects. Role Benefits . Continuous development - a team that invests in training and learning . Broader experience - exposure to a wide range of technologies and environments . Colleague support - work with friendly experts, sharing knowledge and solving problems together Who We're Looking For . Someone confident working with customers and stakeholders in onsite environments . A self-motivated engineer who wants to grow their skills and take on new challenges . A mindset geared towards automation and Scripting (Bash, Python, Ansible) . Experience in IT support, infrastructure, or networking is a bonus Your Role . Provide Linux support across several contracts and environments . Share expertise within the team and help shape processes and best practices . Handle escalations and contribute to smooth operational delivery . Build strong relationships with customers and internal teams . Occasionally support solution design or pre-sales activities Required Skills & Experience (or a willingness to learn) . Red Hat Certified Engineer or equivalent hands-on experience . Broad Linux administration across multiple distributions . Linux within integrated Windows/Active Directory environments . Automation tools such as Ansible . Scripting in Bash, Python, and ideally one other language . Clustered environments and orchestration tools . Parallel file systems (such as Lustre) . HPC tools (such as Bright) . Networking knowledge: Mellanox InfiniBand or Ethernet . Experience with storage platforms: DDN, NetApp, IBM, Dell EMC . Familiarity with batch scheduling systems such as PBS Pro, Slurm, SGE/UGE, Microsoft Scheduler It's still worth applying even if you don't meet every requirement. If you have solid Linux knowledge and a passion for developing your skills, this could be an excellent opportunity for 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.

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