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Job Title: Platform Engineer Location: Chester, UK Job Description: We are looking for an experienced Platform Engineer with a strong background in cloud-native technologies and containerized environments. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with OpenShift, Kubernetes, and service mesh technologies. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain scalable and secure container platforms using OpenShift and Kubernetes Implement and manage service mesh architectures (e.g., Istio, Linkerd, or similar) Support release engineering and messaging systems such as RabbitMQ Develop and maintain RESTful APIs and services using Node.js Collaborate with DevOps teams to improve CI/CD pipelines and platform reliability.

CyberArk PAM Self-Hosted Architect +6 months + +Fully remote working +SC cleared role - must be elligible for clearance Are you an experienced CyberArk Architect who can define and deliver enterprise-grade PAM and secrets-management platforms in secure, complex environments? We are seeking a highly skilled CyberArk PAM Self-Hosted Architect to take ownership of architectural strategy, design and integration across a major organisation. This role is ideal for a senior expert who thrives on shaping security platforms, influencing stakeholders, and guiding delivery teams through best-practice implementation. Responsibilities: Own the end-to-end architecture and high-level design for CyberArk PAM Self-Hosted and CyberArk Conjur, defining these as strategic platforms for privileged access and secrets management. Establish and maintain reference architectures , patterns, and standards for onboarding infrastructure, applications, DevOps platforms and third parties into CyberArk. Architect CyberArk PAM Self-Hosted components -Vault, PVWA, PSM, CPM, PSMP, PTA, DR-ensuring resilience, scalability, operational segregation and regulatory compliance. Design CyberArk Conjur / Secrets Manager Enterprise & Credential Provider for secure management of application, machine and DevOps secrets, integrating with: CI/CD pipelines Containers and Kubernetes/OpenShift Multi-cloud platforms Collaborate with security, DevOps and infrastructure teams to integrate CyberArk with AD/LDAP, SAML/OIDC identity providers, SIEM (e.g. Splunk), ITSM, and MFA solutions . Lead installation, configuration, testing and handover of CyberArk secrets-management solutions into Run & Maintain teams. Provide architectural leadership on privileged access risk reduction through threat modelling, control selection and adherence to security policies . Act as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders (CISO, security architects, platform owners, programme leadership), translating complex PAM/secret-management designs into clear business outcomes. Required skills: Typically 7+ years' experience in cybersecurity architecture, with strong PAM expertise in complex and regulated environments. Proven hands-on architectural experience with CyberArk PAM Self-Hosted , including most of: Vault, PVWA, PSM, CPM, PSMP, PTA, DR. Strong experience designing and integrating CyberArk Conjur / Credential Provider for application and DevOps secrets. Demonstrable experience integrating CyberArk with: AD/LDAP SAML/OIDC identity providers SIEM tools ITSM/ticketing systems At least one MFA platform Solid understanding of DevOps and cloud-native ecosystems, including Kubernetes, OpenShift, containers, Jenkins, CI/CD and IaC , and embedding CyberArk Conjur into these pipelines. Strong awareness of security and audit standards (NCSC, ISO 27001, NIST, FCA/financial, government). Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, able to articulate PAM and secrets architecture to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience working in or with secure, classified or national security environments . Strong documentation skills (HLDs, LLDs, design patterns, architecture decisions). Proven track record leading and delivering multiple CyberArk PAM and secrets-management projects . If you'd like to discuss this CyberArk PAM Self-Hosted Architect in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Role Title: Storage Engineer - Install & Configure Duration: contract to run until 31/12/2026 Location: Sheffield, hybrid 3 days per week onsite Rate: up to 410.32 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Role purpose / summary Our Client is seeking a skilled Storage Engineer to support the implementation of OpenShift as part of a major infrastructure migration project. This role focuses on designing, installing, and configuring enterprise-grade storage solutions that underpin OpenShift clusters across multi-cloud, hybrid, or on-prem environments. The engineer will ensure storage performance, scalability, and compliance with the bank's security and operational standards. Key Skills/ requirements Storage Design & Implementation: Design storage architecture to support OpenShift clusters and workloads. Install and configure storage systems (SAN, NAS, or cloud-based storage). Integrate storage with underlying infrastructure (VMs, networking, compute). Performance & Optimization: Ensure high availability, redundancy, and disaster recovery capabilities. Optimize storage performance for containerized workloads. Implement monitoring and alerting for storage health and capacity. Compliance & Security: Align storage configurations with the bank's security and regulatory requirements. Implement encryption, access controls, and data protection measures. Collaboration : Work closely with Infrastructure Engineers, OpenShift Administrators, and Automation Engineers. Support DevOps and application teams with storage provisioning and troubleshooting. Documentation & Governance : Maintain detailed documentation of storage configurations and processes. Ensure adherence to the bank's IT governance and change management policies. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in enterprise storage systems (e.g., NetApp, Dell EMC, IBM, or cloud storage solutions). Strong knowledge of storage protocols (iSCSI, NFS, Fibre Channel). Familiarity with OpenShift, Kubernetes, and containerized environments. Understanding of backup, replication, and disaster recovery strategies. Excellent troubleshooting and performance tuning skills. Certifications in storage technologies or cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) preferred. All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

OpenShift Architect / SME Location: Sheffield (3 days onsite is mandatory 6 Months 501 Role Purpose: The OpenShift Architect / Subject Matter Expert (SME) will provide deep technical expertise and strategic guidance for the bank's OpenShift platform implementation. This role will support the Product Owner in defining the roadmap, ensuring architectural integrity, and driving best practices for containerization and cloud-native solutions across the enterprise. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with the Product Owner to define and refine the OpenShift roadmap and strategic objectives. Provide architectural leadership for OpenShift deployment, configuration, and integration with the bank's technology stack. Act as the technical authority for OpenShift, Kubernetes, and related containerization technologies. Design and implement scalable, secure, and compliant OpenShift solutions aligned with the bank standards. Conduct performance tuning, capacity planning, and optimization of OpenShift clusters. Develop and enforce best practices for CI/CD pipelines, DevOps workflows, and container security. Mentor engineering teams and provide technical guidance on OpenShift usage and troubleshooting. Stay current with industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure the bank remains at the forefront of cloud-native innovation. Required Skills & Experience: Extensive hands-on experience with OpenShift (design, deployment, and administration). Strong knowledge of Kubernetes, container orchestration, and microservices architecture. Expertise in Linux, networking, and security principles for containerized environments. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid cloud strategies. Experience with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitLab, Tekton) and DevOps practices. Ability to define technical standards and governance for container platforms. Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder communication skills.

Identity and Key Management SME Location: Hybrid / 60% office 40% home Duration: 31/12/2026 Rate 500 MUST BE PAYE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: The bank is seeking an experienced IKP SME to provide expert guidance and implementation support for Identity and Key Management within the OpenShift infrastructure migration project. This role ensures secure identity management, encryption key lifecycle operations, and compliance with the bank's global security standards across multi-cloud, hybrid, or on-prem environments. Key Responsibilities: Identity & Key Management: Design and implement identity and key management solutions for OpenShift clusters. Manage encryption key lifecycle: generation, rotation, storage, and retirement. Ensure integration with the bank's enterprise identity and access management systems. Security & Compliance: Align all identity and key management processes with the bank's security policies and regulatory requirements. Implement robust authentication and authorization mechanisms for OpenShift workloads. Support audits and compliance checks related to cryptographic controls. Integration & Support: Collaborate with OpenShift Architects, Infrastructure Engineers, and Automation teams to embed secure identity and key management practices. Provide technical expertise for API integrations and automation of key management tasks. Documentation & Governance: Maintain detailed documentation of identity and key management configurations. Ensure adherence to the bank's IT governance and change management processes. Required Skills & Qualifications: Deep expertise in Identity and Key Management Platforms (IKP) and cryptographic key lifecycle management. Strong knowledge of PKI, TLS/SSL, and encryption standards. Familiarity with OpenShift, Kubernetes, and container security best practices. Experience with enterprise IAM solutions and integration with cloud platforms. Excellent understanding of regulatory requirements (e.g., PCI DSS, GDPR). Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or cloud security certifications) preferred.

Role Title: IKP Build Engineer Duration: contract to run until 31/12/2026 Location: Sheffield, Hybrid 3 days per week onsite Rate: up to 495.88 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Role purpose / summary Our client is seeking a skilled IKP Build Engineer to design, build, and implement Identity and Key Management Platform (IKP) components for the OpenShift infrastructure migration project. This role focuses on delivering secure identity and cryptographic key management solutions that integrate seamlessly with the bank's enterprise security architecture and OpenShift clusters. Key Skills/ requirements Build & Implementation: Develop and deploy IKP components to support OpenShift workloads. Configure key management systems for encryption, signing, and secure storage. Integrate IKP with the bank's identity and access management (IAM) systems. Automation & Integration: Automate key lifecycle operations (generation, rotation, revocation). Enable API-based integration between IKP and OpenShift clusters. Collaborate with DevOps and Automation Engineers to embed IKP processes in CI/CD pipelines. Security & Compliance: Ensure IKP configurations meet the bank's security standards and regulatory requirements. Implement robust authentication and authorization mechanisms. Support audits and compliance checks related to cryptographic controls. Documentation & Governance: Maintain detailed build documentation and operational runbooks. Adhere to the bank's IT governance and change management processes. Required Skills & Qualifications: Hands-on experience in building and configuring identity and key management systems. Strong knowledge of cryptographic principles, PKI, TLS/SSL, and encryption standards. Familiarity with OpenShift, Kubernetes, and container security best practices. Proficiency in automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Terraform) for IKP deployment. Experience with enterprise IAM solutions and API integration. Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or cloud security certifications) preferred. All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

Cloud Engineer Position Description Applicants Must be solely UK National and either already have, or be eligible for HMG HLC clearance CGI is seeking highly skilled and motivated Cloud Engineers to join our Secure Advisory Solutions team, part of the Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a team that partners directly with clients to unlock the potential of cutting-edge technologies for strategic advantage. Our focus is on designing, building, and supporting systems that are secure, high-performing, scalable, and reliable. You will work on bespoke and advanced technologies in an environment that values innovation, technical excellence, and collaboration. As a Cloud Engineer, you will take a hands-on approach to delivering sophisticated and secure software solutions. This role involves working closely with clients on-site to ensure the availability and resilience of mission-critical systems. You will have a strong understanding of both application and infrastructure layers and bring creative problem-solving skills to overcome technical challenges. We are looking for passionate engineers who thrive in a collaborative culture and have a deep commitment to engineering best practices. CGI provides continuous professional development to help you stay ahead in a rapidly evolving tech landscape. We engender a culture of innovation, collaboration and ownership; highly motivated self-starters thrive within our organisation. Your future duties and responsibilities • Design and implement high-quality technical solutions and system architectures. • Use Infrastructure as Code and modern DevOps practices to develop, integrate, and support apps and services in cloud and secure on-premises systems. • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment processes. • Deliver containerised applications using Kubernetes (OpenShift, EKS, AKS, GKE, etc.) • Support testing processes including unit, integration, and system testing. • Troubleshoot complex issues across development and deployment environments. • Collaborate with software developers, infrastructure engineers, and stakeholders. • Mentor junior team members and contribute to a culture of technical excellence. Required qualifications to be successful in this role • Strong knowledge of public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform, CloudFormation). • Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration (OpenShift, EKS, AKS, Rancher, etc.). • Proficient in modern development languages such as Python, Go, Java etc. • Background in systems engineering and integration. • Sound understanding of DevOps methodologies and tooling. • Deep familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and version control (GitLab, Bitbucket, Git). • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to engage with both engineers and senior stakeholders. Desirable Skills • Knowledge of software testing practices and automation frameworks. • Experience developing RESTful APIs and microservices. • Experience with Linux environments, package management, and networking. • Demonstrated use of automation/configuration tools (e.g., Ansible). • Experience working in Agile teams, including requirements analysis and story refinement. • Familiarity with SQL (MySQL, Postgres) and NoSQL solutions (e.g., MongoDB, DynamoDB, Elasticsearch). • Exposure to technical bid writing and solution assurance Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

OpenShift Engineer Position Description At CGI, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping next-generation container platforms that power mission-critical solutions across our Space, Defence and Intelligence programmes. As an OpenShift Engineer, you'll design and operate secure, scalable infrastructure that accelerates delivery for teams transforming how our clients protect and safeguard the UK. You'll work in a collaborative engineering community where you can take ownership of container platforms, apply creative thinking to automation and cloud-native delivery, and grow your expertise with the support of experienced colleagues. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact while expanding your skills across OpenShift, OpenStack and modern platform engineering. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will design, deploy and manage secure, high-performing OpenShift environments that underpin critical systems. You'll take ownership of cluster operations, performance, and lifecycle management, while applying creative engineering approaches to enhance automation and platform resilience. Working closely with DevOps, architecture and development teams, you will help evolve container platforms that support mission-driven applications across Space, Defence and Intelligence programmes. You'll contribute to automation, disaster recovery, container orchestration and infrastructure-as-code practices that streamline delivery. You will be supported by a collaborative engineering community while having the autonomy to drive improvements and shape the future of platform capability. Key responsibilities: Engineer & Maintain: Design, deploy and operate OpenShift infrastructure at scale. Automate & Streamline: Implement automation with OpenStack, Ansible and scripting languages. Orchestrate & Optimise: Manage Kubernetes workloads, container deployments and microservices. Protect & Recover: Support disaster recovery, backup automation and continuity planning. Collaborate & Integrate: Work with DevOps teams to evolve CI/CD and IaC workflows. Required qualifications to be successful in this role To succeed, you'll need hands-on expertise in OpenShift, Kubernetes and automation, along with strong understanding of containerised infrastructure and secure platform operations. You should have: Practical experience designing and operating OpenShift environments. Strong automation skills using OpenStack, Ansible and scripting (e.g., Bash, Python). Solid understanding of Kubernetes and container orchestration principles. Experience supporting CI/CD and infrastructure-as-code practices. Knowledge of disaster recovery, backup processes and secure platform operations. Ability to troubleshoot complex technical issues with a proactive, improvement-focused mindset. Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

This role focuses on designing, deploying, troubleshooting a secure grade private environment using Red Hat's supported distribution of the OpenStack open-source cloud operating system: Red Hat OpenStack Platform (RHOSP). It will be deployed between two sites, in a resilient design. The RHOSP engineer will support an existing engineering team with the higher-level components of the overall design. Contributing to meetings, discussion and High Level design. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design: Leading the design and planning of highly available, scalable OpenStack cloud solutions Deployment & Configuration: Installing and configuring the core OpenStack services (Nova, Neutron, Cinder, Glance, Keystone, etc.) often using Red Hat OpenStack Director (the installer/manager). Automation: Automating cloud provisioning, configuration, and orchestration using tools like Ansible, Python, or Bash Scripting. Integration: Integrating OpenStack with other critical services, especially Red Hat Ceph Storage for persistent storage and Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) as the underlying operating system. Delivery: Performing advanced troubleshooting, patching, upgrades, capacity planning, and performance tuning of the OpenStack environment. Container Integration: Increasingly, this role involves enabling container platforms like Red Hat OpenShift to run on top of the OpenStack virtual machines (VMs). Essential commercial experience Expert-level Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration, including networking, security, storage, and performance tuning. Deep knowledge of core services (Nova, Neutron, Cinder, Keystone, Glance, Swift Experience of Ansible for configuration management and orchestration, and Scripting with Python or Go . Expertise in KVM (the hypervisor used by OpenStack) and related concepts. Hands-on experience with Red Hat Ceph Storage for OpenStack integration. Advanced networking skills (TCP/IP, VLANs, VXLANs, routing) and OpenStack Neutron configuration. Experience of RED HAT and WINDOWs integration. Including Active Directory *Rates depend on experience and client requirements

Role Title: Storage SME Location: Sheffield Hybrid/60% office 40% home Duration: 31/12/2026 Rate: £500p/d via Umbrella Role Overview: We are is seeking a highly experienced Storage SME to provide technical leadership and strategic guidance for storage architecture and operations within the OpenShift infrastructure migration project. This role will ensure that storage solutions are designed, implemented, and optimized to meet the bank's performance, scalability, and compliance requirements across multi-cloud, hybrid, or on-prem environments. Key Responsibilities: . Technical Leadership: o Define storage architecture strategy for OpenShift clusters and workloads. o Advise on best practices for storage provisioning, performance tuning, and capacity planning. o Serve as the go-to expert for storage-related issues and escalations. . Design & Integration: o Collaborate with Infrastructure Engineers and OpenShift Architects to integrate storage solutions with compute and networking layers. o Ensure compatibility with containerized workloads and persistent storage requirements. . Performance & Optimization: o Conduct performance assessments and recommend improvements. o Implement high availability, redundancy, and disaster recovery strategies. . Compliance & Security: o Ensure storage configurations align with the bank's security and regulatory standards. o Implement encryption, access controls, and data protection measures. . Governance & Documentation: o Maintain detailed documentation of storage architecture, policies, and operational procedures. o Support audits and compliance reviews. . Collaboration: o Work closely with Automation Engineers to enable automated storage provisioning and scaling. o Provide guidance to Storage Engineers and other technical teams. Required Skills & Qualifications: . Extensive experience in enterprise storage technologies (eg, NetApp, Dell EMC, IBM, or cloud storage platforms). . Strong knowledge of storage protocols (iSCSI, NFS, Fibre Channel) and SAN/NAS architectures. . Familiarity with OpenShift, Kubernetes, and container storage interfaces (CSI). . Expertise in backup, replication, and disaster recovery strategies. . Excellent troubleshooting and performance optimization skills. . Certifications in storage technologies or cloud platforms preferred.

JOB TITLE: DevOps Engineer - DV Cleared Rate: 550- 600/day (Outside IR35) Location: Onsite Clearance: DV Cleared (Mandatory) Flexible Work Option: Condensed working week (e.g., 3 long days, paid for 5) Job Summary We are seeking a technically skilled DevOps & Software Engineer with DV clearance to contribute across the full software development lifecycle and DevOps toolchain. You will design, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, and automated CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code (IaC), and system monitoring frameworks to support the continuous delivery of secure and reliable software. This role demands a strong grasp of modern DevOps practices, cloud and container technologies, automation tooling, and software engineering principles. You will work closely with development, security, and operations teams to drive a culture of DevSecOps and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable CI/CD pipelines using modern DevOps tooling. Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) to provision and manage cloud/on-prem infrastructure. Manage container orchestration platforms and develop containerized solutions. Monitor systems and applications for availability, performance, and security compliance. Automate operational tasks including testing, deployment, patching, and scaling. Apply DevSecOps principles to secure applications and infrastructure across SDLC. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (developers, testers, security analysts) to streamline software delivery. Participate in code reviews, architecture design, and incident resolution. Contribute to the development and documentation of internal DevOps standards and best practices. Mentor junior engineers and foster a DevOps-first mindset within delivery teams. DevOps & Tooling Proficiency (Preferred) Category Tools & Technologies CI/CD GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, CircleCI, Azure DevOps Pipelines Infrastructure-as-Code Terraform, Ansible, AWS CloudFormation, Pulumi Cloud Platforms AWS, Azure, GCP, or private cloud (OpenStack) Containerization Docker, Podman Orchestration Kubernetes (EKS, AKS, GKE), Helm, OpenShift Version Control Git, GitLab, Bitbucket Monitoring & Logging Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Splunk, Datadog Security & Compliance HashiCorp Vault, Snyk, SonarQube, Trivy, AWS IAM, CIS Benchmarks Configuration Mgmt. Ansible, Puppet, Chef Build Tools Maven, Gradle, NPM, Webpack Testing Tools Selenium, JUnit, Postman, Cypress Other Nexus/Artifactory (artifact repositories), REST APIs, JSON/YAML, Linux system admin

Role Title: OpenShift Sr Engineer Location: Sheffield/Hybrid (3 days per week onsite) Duration: 12 months Rate: £463 per day inside ir35 Role Description: As an OpenShift Sr Engineer you will be responsible for designing, building, and optimizing OpenShift environments to host workloads migrated from VMware. This role focuses on cluster architecture, integration with enterprise systems, automation, and ensuring high availability and security of the platform. Key Responsibilities: . Design and build OpenShift cluster architectures to support VMware workload migration. . Perform cluster installation, upgrades, and configuration to ensure stability and scalability. . Integrate OpenShift with enterprise systems, CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring tools. . Implement networking components including CNI plugins, ingress controllers, and load balancers. . Configure and manage storage integration for persistent workloads. . Develop automation scripts and templates for cluster provisioning and life cycle management. Required Skills & Qualifications: . Strong hands-on experience with OpenShift/Kubernetes engineering, including cluster installation and upgrades. . Proficiency in Linux system administration and troubleshooting. . Knowledge of networking concepts (CNI, ingress, load balancers) and storage integration. . Experience with containerization technologies and orchestration best practices. . Familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform) and CI/CD pipelines. If you are interested in this role or wish to apply, please feel free to submit your CV.

Job Title: SIAM Service Manager Role Purpose: Design and implement a robust service architecture across a multi-supplier , ensuring seamless integration of ITIL processes, ticket flows, and end-to-end SLAs. This role drives governance, service transition, and continual improvement while maintaining operational excellence. The support scope will cover L3 and L4 resolver groups. L1 and L2 are out of scope. This role will develop architecture for L3 and L4 and define alignment with L1 and L2 managed by MoD. ITSM tool configuration is out of scope for the client SIAM will be owned by the client, and this role will operate within that framework. Key Responsibilities: 1. Service Architecture & Design Define and implement service architecture for integrated services. Establish ITIL-aligned processes (Incident, Problem, Change, Release, Configuration, Request Fulfilment) using client standard ITIL documentation adapted for Deeams requirements. Design ticket flows across suppliers and ensure integration with ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow). Set up end-to-end SLAs and OLAs, including reporting dashboards for performance tracking. 2. Service Transition Lead onboarding of new environments into support, including operational readiness checks, runbook creation, and supplier alignment workshops. Coordinate testing and acceptance for new or changed services. 3. Governance & Reporting Operate SIAM governance framework: Monthly service reviews with suppliers. SLA/KPI reporting and trend analysis. Risk and compliance audits. Maintain escalation paths and RACI matrices. 4. Continual Service Improvement (CSIP) Develop CSIP plans to optimise processes, improve SLA adherence, and enhance customer experience. Drive automation and efficiency improvements across ITSM workflows. 5. Stakeholder & Supplier Management Act as the central point of contact for service integration issues. Provide clear reporting to senior leadership on service health and improvement initiatives. Required Skills: Strong experience in SIAM and multi-supplier environments. Expertise in ITIL v4 and ITSM platforms (ServiceNow preferred). Proven ability to design service architecture, ticket flows, and SLA frameworks. Excellent governance, reporting, and stakeholder management skills. Desirable: Cloud infrastructure knowledge (AWS, OpenShift). Familiarity with secure/government environments. Experience in contract and commercial management Fully Remote Inside IR35 January/February Start Date Please send me your CV if you're interested

Job Title: SIAM Service Manager Role Purpose: Design and implement a robust service architecture across a multi-supplier , ensuring seamless integration of ITIL processes, ticket flows, and end-to-end SLAs. This role drives governance, service transition, and continual improvement while maintaining operational excellence. The support scope will cover L3 and L4 resolver groups. L1 and L2 are out of scope. This role will develop architecture for L3 and L4 and define alignment with L1 and L2 managed by MoD. ITSM tool configuration is out of scope for the client SIAM will be owned by the client, and this role will operate within that framework. Key Responsibilities: 1. Service Architecture & Design Define and implement service architecture for integrated services. Establish ITIL-aligned processes (Incident, Problem, Change, Release, Configuration, Request Fulfilment) using IBM standard ITIL documentation adapted for Deeams requirements. Design ticket flows across suppliers and ensure integration with ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow). Set up end-to-end SLAs and OLAs, including reporting dashboards for performance tracking. 2. Service Transition Lead onboarding of new environments into support, including operational readiness checks, runbook creation, and supplier alignment workshops. Coordinate testing and acceptance for new or changed services. 3. Governance & Reporting Operate SIAM governance framework: Monthly service reviews with suppliers. SLA/KPI reporting and trend analysis. Risk and compliance audits. Maintain escalation paths and RACI matrices. 4. Continual Service Improvement (CSIP) Develop CSIP plans to optimise processes, improve SLA adherence, and enhance customer experience. Drive automation and efficiency improvements across ITSM workflows. 5. Stakeholder & Supplier Management Act as the central point of contact for service integration issues. Facilitate collaboration between Nordcloud, SixWorks, Cohesive, IBM, and internal teams. Provide clear reporting to senior leadership on service health and improvement initiatives. Required Skills: Strong experience in SIAM and multi-supplier environments. Expertise in ITIL v4 and ITSM platforms (ServiceNow preferred). Proven ability to design service architecture, ticket flows, and SLA frameworks. Excellent governance, reporting, and stakeholder management skills. Desirable: Cloud infrastructure knowledge (AWS, OpenShift). Familiarity with secure/government environments. Experience in contract and commercial management Please send me your CV if you're interested

Job Title: SIAM Service Manager Role Purpose: Design and implement a robust service architecture across a multi-supplier , ensuring seamless integration of ITIL processes, ticket flows, and end-to-end SLAs. This role drives governance, service transition, and continual improvement while maintaining operational excellence. The support scope will cover L3 and L4 resolver groups. L1 and L2 are out of scope. This role will develop architecture for L3 and L4 and define alignment with L1 and L2 managed by MoD. ITSM tool configuration is out of scope for the client SIAM will be owned by the client, and this role will operate within that framework. Key Responsibilities: 1. Service Architecture & Design Define and implement service architecture for integrated services. Establish ITIL-aligned processes (Incident, Problem, Change, Release, Configuration, Request Fulfilment) using IBM standard ITIL documentation adapted for Deeams requirements. Design ticket flows across suppliers and ensure integration with ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow). Set up end-to-end SLAs and OLAs, including reporting dashboards for performance tracking. 2. Service Transition Lead onboarding of new environments into support, including operational readiness checks, runbook creation, and supplier alignment workshops. Coordinate testing and acceptance for new or changed services. 3. Governance & Reporting Operate SIAM governance framework: Monthly service reviews with suppliers. SLA/KPI reporting and trend analysis. Risk and compliance audits. Maintain escalation paths and RACI matrices. 4. Continual Service Improvement (CSIP) Develop CSIP plans to optimise processes, improve SLA adherence, and enhance customer experience. Drive automation and efficiency improvements across ITSM workflows. 5. Stakeholder & Supplier Management Act as the central point of contact for service integration issues. Facilitate collaboration between Nordcloud, SixWorks, Cohesive, IBM, and internal teams. Provide clear reporting to senior leadership on service health and improvement initiatives. Required Skills: Strong experience in SIAM and multi-supplier environments. Expertise in ITIL v4 and ITSM platforms (ServiceNow preferred). Proven ability to design service architecture, ticket flows, and SLA frameworks. Excellent governance, reporting, and stakeholder management skills. Desirable: Cloud infrastructure knowledge (AWS, OpenShift). Familiarity with secure/government environments. Experience in contract and commercial management Fully Remote Inside IR35 January/February Start Date Please send me your CV if you're interested

Job Title: Service Architect Contract: 6 Months (Inside IR35) Clearance: Current SC Clearance Required Location: Fully Remote Start Date: January/February 2026 Rate: 575 per day / 76.67 per hour Overview: We are seeking an experienced Service Architect to design and implement a robust service architecture across a multi-supplier ecosystem, ensuring seamless integration of ITIL processes, ticket flows, and end-to-end SLAs. This role will drive governance, service transition, and continual improvement while maintaining operational excellence within a secure environment. Key Responsibilities: Define and implement service architecture for integrated services across multiple suppliers Establish ITIL-aligned processes (Incident, Problem, Change, Release, Configuration, Request Fulfilment) Design ticket flows and ensure integration with ITSM tools (ServiceNow preferred) Set up end-to-end SLAs and OLAs, including reporting dashboards for performance tracking Lead service transition activities, including operational readiness checks and runbook creation Operate within a SIAM governance framework, conducting monthly service reviews and SLA/KPI reporting Drive continual service improvement plans to optimise processes and enhance customer experience Act as the central point of contact for service integration issues and supplier collaboration Required Skills: Strong experience in SIAM and multi-supplier environments Expertise in ITIL v4 and ITSM platforms (ServiceNow preferred) Proven ability to design service architecture, ticket flows, and SLA frameworks Excellent governance, reporting, and stakeholder management skills Current SC Clearance is mandatory Desirable: Cloud infrastructure knowledge (AWS, Openshift) Familiarity with secure/government environments Experience in contract and commercial management

Job Title: Product Owner - OpenShift Implementation Location: Sheffield (3 days onsite is mandatory) 6 Months 498 Role Purpose: The Product Owner will be responsible for defining, prioritising, and managing requirements for the successful implementation of OpenShift within the bank's technology ecosystem. This role will act as the bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams, ensuring that the OpenShift platform aligns with strategic objectives and delivers value across the organization Key Responsibilities: Define and maintain the product vision and roadmap for OpenShift implementation. Gather, analyse, and prioritize business and technical requirements in collaboration with stakeholders. Translate requirements into actionable user stories and acceptance criteria for development teams. Work closely with engineering, architecture, and DevOps teams to ensure timely delivery of features. Manage the product backlog, ensuring alignment with business priorities and technical feasibility. Facilitate sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives with Agile teams. Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies. Ensure compliance with the bank's security, regulatory, and operational standards. Act as the primary point of contact for all OpenShift-related queries and decisions. Required Skills & Experience: Proven experience as a Product Owner or similar role in Agile environments. Strong understanding of containerization technologies, particularly OpenShift and Kubernetes. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid cloud strategies. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Ability to translate complex technical concepts into business-friendly language. Experience with backlog management tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence). Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices is a plus.

Role Title: OpenShift Sr Engineer Location: Sheffield/Hybrid (3 days per week onsite) Duration: 12 months Rate: 463 per day inside ir35 Role Description: As an OpenShift Sr Engineer you will be responsible for designing, building, and optimizing OpenShift environments to host workloads migrated from VMware. This role focuses on cluster architecture, integration with enterprise systems, automation, and ensuring high availability and security of the platform. Key Responsibilities: Design and build OpenShift cluster architectures to support VMware workload migration. Perform cluster installation, upgrades, and configuration to ensure stability and scalability. Integrate OpenShift with enterprise systems, CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring tools. Implement networking components including CNI plugins, ingress controllers, and load balancers. Configure and manage storage integration for persistent workloads. Develop automation scripts and templates for cluster provisioning and lifecycle management. Required Skills & Qualifications: Strong hands-on experience with OpenShift/Kubernetes engineering, including cluster installation and upgrades. Proficiency in Linux system administration and troubleshooting. Knowledge of networking concepts (CNI, ingress, load balancers) and storage integration. Experience with containerization technologies and orchestration best practices. Familiarity with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform) and CI/CD pipelines. If you are interested in this role or wish to apply, please feel free to submit your CV.

Technical Lead - Java Microservices & APIs Location: Leeds City Centre (Hybrid / Flexible Working) We're looking for a Technical Lead to take ownership of delivering Java microservices and APIs that power high-transaction digital web, app, and payments platforms . This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll drive technical design, coach engineers, and ensure products remain scalable, secure, and fit for purpose in a fast-changing environment. What You'll Do Lead the design, documentation, and delivery of technical solutions to agreed service levels. Guide engineers through implementation, balancing workloads, addressing hotspots, and providing coaching. Oversee deployments, ensuring quality, traceability, and compliance with security standards . Take accountability for technical debt, service levels, and vulnerability management. Collaborate with architects, DevOps engineers, product owners, and Scrum Masters to deliver seamless solutions. Join the out-of-hours support rota for critical digital products. What We're Looking For Strong expertise in Java and microservices development . Proven experience translating complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders. Confident influencing and negotiating in a highly regulated environment . Desirable skills include: RESTful design and API Gateway tools (Apigee or equivalent) Kubernetes / OpenShift Monitoring tools such as Grafana, Prometheus, Dynatrace CI/CD with GitLab or Artifactory Security practices (OWASP, JWT, certificates, encryption) Experience within IT support environments Benefits 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays , with the option to buy up to 5 more. Annual bonus of 7% of eligible pay Pension contributions up to 10% . Healthcare package including private medical, dental, and wellbeing support. Access to a benefits portal with discounts across retail, hospitality, and lifestyle. A flexible working culture with support for work-life balance and career growth For more information, please contact

Role Title: Security Engineer Start Date: ASAP End Date: 31st Mar 2026 Location: South of Manchester or Glasgow - 3 days on site per week Rate: 600 per day - PAYE via Umbrella Only Role Overview: We are seeking a highly capable Security Engineer to join a focused team developing a telemetry pipeline MVP. This role requires deep technical expertise in containerised environments, observability tooling, and secure infrastructure design. The ideal candidate will ensure that security is embedded across the pipeline architecture, from deployment to data flow, while collaborating closely with DevOps and development teams. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement security controls across containerised environments using Kubernetes and OpenShift Ensure secure configuration and access management within GitLab version control and CI/CD pipelines Integrate and secure telemetry tools including Cribl, Elastic, Splunk, Fluentd, and Syslog Conduct threat modelling, vulnerability assessments, and risk analysis for the telemetry pipeline Collaborate with DevOps engineers to embed security into infrastructure-as-code and deployment workflows Monitor and respond to security events and alerts from observability platforms Maintain documentation of security architecture, policies, and incident response procedures Required Skills & Experience: Strong hands-on experience with Kubernetes and OpenShift in secure production environments Proficiency in GitLab and secure CI/CD pipeline practices Familiarity with telemetry and logging tools: Cribl, Elastic, Splunk, Fluentd, and Syslog Deep understanding of networking protocols, firewalls, VPNs, and security principles Experience with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and compliance requirements Knowledge of container security tools (e.g., Aqua, Twistlock, Trivy) and vulnerability scanners Excellent analytical and communication skills Preferred Qualifications: Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CKS (Certified Kubernetes Security Specialist), or equivalent Experience in building MVPs or working in startup-like environments Familiarity with cloud security (AWS, Azure, GCP)