Summer-Browning Associates

Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer Senior Engineer, Infrastructure Operations - LINUX Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our central government client, which is seeking a Senior Linux Infrastructure Engineer for an initial six-month assignment, with the option to extend. Location: Milton Keynes - Hybrid working The ideal candidate will hold an active security clearance and possess a strong background in Linux engineering, demonstrating the following skills and experience: Experience supporting enterprise Linux platforms in public sector secure environments. Extensive knowledge of system stability, performance, security, and troubleshooting across a range of Linux-based services. Significant experience in delivering Linux-based development activities, which include building and maintaining development environments, as well as containerising applications and services. Desirable qualifications include: RHCSA - Red Hat Certified System Administrator, Red Hat Certified Engineer or LFCS - Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our public sector client, who is seeking a Senior Automation Tester for an initial twelve-month assignment with the option to extend. Location: Hybrid working - East Kilbride About the role: You will be responsible for the designing, developing and maintaining automated test scripts for UI, API, and integration testing. The ideal candidate will hold Active SC or DV clearance and have a strong background in delivery Senior Automation Testing support, with the following skills and experience: Experience with automation tools such as Selenium, Playwright, Cypress, or Appium. Experience of programming languages e.g. Java, C#, JavaScript/TypeScript or Python Experience with API testing tools (Postman, RestAssured, Karate) Experience with cloud environments (Azure/AWS/GCP) Experience of containerisation (Kubernetes/ Docker) ISTQB certification - Desirable

Senior VMware Infrastructure Engineer VMWare SME Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our central government client, which is seeking a Senior VMware Infrastructure Engineer for an initial six-month assignment, with the option to extend. Location: Milton Keynes - Hybrid working The ideal candidate will hold an active security clearance and have a strong background in VMware engineering, demonstrating the following skills and experience: Proven experience supporting VMware platforms in secure environments within the public sector. Proficiency in the design, configuration, administration, and support of VMware technologies, including ESXI, vSphere, HA configuration, vCenter, vSan & VmWare Aria Experience in VMware Private Cloud setup and management using VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and NSX architecture and design. VMware qualifications should include: VCP-DCV, NSX or VCAP. To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.

SECURITY OPERATIONS CENTER (SOC) ANALYST - CYBER SECURITY ANALYST Summer-Browning Associates is supporting our client in the Central Government who is seeking a SECURITY OPERATIONS CENTER (SOC) ANALYST for an initial 12-month assignment, with the possibility of extension. Location: London Hybrid The ideal candidates will hold active SC or DV clearance and have a proven background in Cyber Security, with the following skills and experience: Experience in SOC operations, incident response, and forensic analysis. Proficiency in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), including tools such as Splunk, Defender, and Tenable Threat Modelling System solutions, as well as with IDS/IPS and vulnerability scanners. Ability to perform triage of security events to determine their scope, priority, and impact, while making recommendations for efficient remediation. Experience in network security principles, firewalls, and access control mechanisms. Preferred Qualifications: - Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC are highly desirable. To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our public sector client, who is seeking a Oracle Finance Design & Implementation Manager for an initial eighteen-month assignment with the option to extend. Location: Hybrid working - Stafford About the role: You will be responsible for being the primary functional expert for the Finance & Payroll elements of the ERP transformation programme. The ideal candidate will hold Active NPPV3 or SC clearance and have a strong background in delivery Oracle Finance & Payroll implementation support, with the following skills and experience: Proven experience implementing Oracle Cloud ERP Finance & Payroll. Experience of hands-on configuration experience in core Finance & Payroll modules. Experience designing Chart of Accounts, financial controls, payroll configuration, workflows, and integrations. Experience working in public sector or highly regulated environments. Experience working closely with system integrators. Professional accountancy qualification (CCAB, CIMA or ACCA)

Commercial Deputy Director Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting a client in Central Government who is seeking a Commercial Deputy Director for an initial 6-month assignment, with the possibility of extension. Location: London | Hybrid Working The ideal candidate will possess active SC clearance and have a strong background as a Commercial Deputy Director. The following skills and experience are required: Expertise in Commercial Procurement: Extensive knowledge and experience in the procurement and management of high-value public sector contracts, including facilities management, construction, cost management, design, and other related services. Contractual Management Knowledge: In-depth understanding of the NEC suite of contract terms and various contracting options. Category and Procurement Leadership: Ability to drive relevant strategies while demonstrating category expertise. Team Management: Proven experience in successfully managing, motivating, and developing team members, fostering an inclusive working environment, and leading changes to improve service delivery. Stakeholder Engagement: Excellent skills in engaging stakeholders, with a track record of successful collaboration with Crown Commercial Services and other government departments. Public sector regulations: Knowledge of PCR 2015 and PA 2023. To apply, please submit your most recent CV for consideration.

Commercial Manager (Grants) Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting a client within Central Government who is seeking a Commercial Manager (Grants) for an initial 6-month assignment , with the possibility of extension. Location: London | Hybrid Working The ideal candidate will have active SC clearance and a strong background in Commercial Management, along with the following skills and experience: Proven experience delivering end-to-end public sector procurements and grant competitions , ensuring fair, transparent, and compliant processes Strong understanding of the Procurement Act 2023 and Public Contracts Regulations 2015 Experience in maintaining governance, assurance, and policy standards across grant programmes, ensuring value for money and effective risk management Ability to develop and review business cases in line with HMT Green Book or central government business case guidance , supporting funding decisions and programme outcomes Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, working collaboratively with policy, finance, and delivery teams to manage grant life cycles and resolve issues Commercial acumen to negotiate, manage budgets, and monitor performance , ensuring grants deliver intended public value Knowledge of government commercial playbooks, sourcing strategies, and CCS frameworks , including call-offs, mini-competitions, and direct awards To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.

Senior Contract Manager Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting a client within Central Government who is seeking a Senior Contract Manager for an initial 6-month assignment , with the possibility of extension. Location: London | Hybrid Working The ideal candidate will have active SC clearance and a strong background as a Senior Contract Manager. The following skills and experience are required: Proven experience in leading and delivering effective contract management strategies for large-scale programs across various categories, including digital services, corporate services, construction, facilities management & professional services. Experience in navigating complex operating models, including the development and implementation of effective contract management strategies. Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with a track record of collaborating effectively with Crown Commercial Services and other government departments. Familiarity with public sector regulations, including PCR2015, PA2023, and NEC (desired). To apply, please submit your most recent CV for review.

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our healthcare client, who is seeking a Legal Business Partner for an initial six-month assignment with the option to extend. Location: Hybrid working - Leeds About the role: You will be responsible for helping to design legally compliant sourcing strategies, driving and supporting the operational business to deliver against its legal objectives and obligations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in delivery Legal and Business Case support, with the following skills and experience: Experience of managing and delivering a designated legal case work program. Knowledge of developing business cases or lead feasibility and assessment work for proposed and current projects to support the development and continuous review of business cases. Experience of providing specialist legal decision support to senior management, resolving complex or contentious queries and issues and enabling others to take appropriate actions. Experience of developing procedures and interpret and apply policy for area of expertise to achieve specified outputs.

Summer-Browning Associates are currently supporting our client within the central government, who are seeking a Lead PMO Analyst on an initial 6-month assignment. Location: London Hybrid The ideal candidate will hold active SC Clearance and have a proven background in PMO / Portfolio Management and Financial Data Analytics, with the following skills and experience: Extensive PMO experience in maintaining portfolio plans, monitoring project change, conducting impact analysis, developing insight, and reporting. In-depth experience in the analysis of project schedules and finance data Highly proficient in Excel-based tools, with advanced capabilities. Understanding of the Treasury's Five Case Model/Green Book. Knowledge of RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) is desired. Familiarity with construction and capital estate projects is desired. To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our central government client, who is seeking a Policy Development and Support Analyst for an initial twelve-month assignment with the option to extend. Location: Hybrid working - London About the role: You will be responsible for analysing, delivering and supporting the improvement of operational process and policies for a Cyber and Information Security function. The ideal candidate will hold Active SC clearance and have a strong background in Cyber Policy support, with the following skills and experience: Experience in writing and producing policies. Experience of Cyber Standards and Frameworks (ISO27001, NIST, CAF) Experience in Gap Analysis & Business Analysis. Experience of conducting data analysis collection to support policy development.