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Position: Network Operations Engineer Location: Newport / Portsmouth / Stevenage Day Rate: £453 per day inside IR35 SC Clearance Required We're working with a leading defence consultancy who are looking for an experienced Network Operations Engineer to support and maintain critical client network infrastructure click apply for full job details

Security focused Solutions Architect Are you security focused, like working in a client facing environment delivering security Solutions? Looking for an Architect to join an amazing highly talented team. Delivery cutting-edge, high security solutions for a successful, established MSP. As the architect you will design end to end solutions that address clients needs. Developing detailed architecture diagrams, technical specifications and implementation plans ro guide solution delivery. Developed detailed technical proposals and solutions in response to customer RFI s & RFPs. You will understand business requirements, technical challenges and security considerations and translate into technical specifications. Collaborating with sales, project management and engineering teams. Leading workshops, presentations and presentations to showcase solutions and gain buy in from stakeholders. Always identifying the best solutions for client requirements and evaluating security posture and compliance, ensuring regulatory standards. Involved in solutions implementations and integration. Provide technical oversight and support through implementation. Continuous improvement, identify opportunities for innovation & enhancements to existing solutions. Mentoring and coaching team members. Bachelor s in computer science or similar with certs in security such as; CISSP, TOGAF, CCSP and would suit someone with ITIL4. Solution design, modelling tools, enterprise architecture frameworks, cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), Virtualization, networking, cyber security tools. You will have a successful track record of designing and delivering complex technology soltins in security, working with cross functional teams, secure messaging, file sharing, video conferencing, information assurance. Excellent communication & presentation skills, to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Must be SC cleared or able to obtain SC and eventually DV clearance.

A fantastic opportunity to join our Sparkworks team, working on programmes for groundbreaking weapon systems. Salary: Circa £55,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime:opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave:Up to 15 additional days Flexible working:We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave:offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: We are looking for a System Performance Lead for a Sparkworks Programme. As part of the role, you will be responsible for a number of activities, including: Conducting system-level performance evaluations of novel concepts against their requirements Conducting trade studies to inform lower-level design Generate and agree scenarios with key customers to be used for scenario-based performance evaluation Definition of the modelling strategy to conduct these assessments Ownership of development and delivery of models and algorithms Delivery of Performance Statements to customers Coordinating inputs from wider functions to support system design and performance analysis What we're looking for from you: DV cleared engineer with a broad systems engineering background, preferably covering all phases of development from concept to certification Experience in the management, development and use of tools, simulations, and algorithms produced in Matlab and Simulink Ability to work at pace within a broad multi-functional team, delivering complex information into project collaborators Experience in data analysis and technical report writing Ability to solve problems collaboratively with colleagues and partners Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

EBSA - IDAM DevOps HO - SFIA 4/5 Rate (Apply online only) Clearance required: Security Clearance (SC) required NPPV3 eligible Nationality requirement: Single National Location: London Sector: Public Job Description: "Senior DevOps Engineer - Kubernetes & OpenLDAP Security Clearance (SC) required NPPV3 eligible Role Summary Highly experienced DevOps engineer with deep expertise in Kubernetes platform engineering and OpenLDAP integration, operating at senior level. Responsible for designing, implementing, and leading secure, scalable containerised platforms within a regulated environment. Provides hands-on technical leadership while managing a small DevOps team delivering test-focused CI/CD capabilities. Core Expertise (Heavy) Kubernetes (Platform Engineering & Operations) Cluster design, provisioning, upgrade and lifecycle management RBAC, network policies, pod security standards Ingress controllers, service mesh integration Multi-environment strategy (Dev/Test/Prod) Troubleshooting complex production issues Helm/Kustomize-based deployments Performance tuning and resilience engineering OpenLDAP (Enterprise Identity Integration) Installation, configuration and hardening of OpenLDAP Schema design and directory structuring Secure authentication integration (LDAPS, certificates, RBAC mapping) Kubernetes authentication via LDAP Identity federation patterns across CI/CD tooling High availability and replication strategies Troubleshooting directory performance and sync issues Jenkins (CI/CD Architecture & Engineering) Pipeline-as-code (Groovy) Shared libraries and pipeline governance Integration with Kubernetes agents Secure credential management Test automation integration Release orchestration Strong Working Knowledge (Moderate) Docker - image optimisation, multi-stage builds, secure base images Python - automation, scripting, infrastructure tooling Working Knowledge (Light) AWS - IAM, networking concepts, container services Terraform - infrastructure-as-code principles, module consumption Team Leadership Accountability for individual engineer performance, development and delivery Regular performance feedback and coaching Skills development and knowledge uplift within the team Delivery & Governance Point of contact for DevOps-related requests Assist the tech lead with Technical design authority for incoming work Oversight and governance of Production releases Ensuring secure delivery aligned to SC-cleared environment requirements Key Characteristics Operates independently within defined frameworks (SFIA Level 4) Provides technical leadership and direction Makes informed decisions in complex secure environments Strong stakeholder communication skills Security-first mindset suitable for government / regulated environments Other networking technologies" 'This role requires additional vetting, which means this could take longer than our normal onboarding process. You will require additional vetting for this position, which means the process can take longer than the usual onboarding process with Capgemini. Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any queries.'

Senior Network Engineer (DV Cleared or DV Eligible) Rate: £560 per day (Inside IR35), plus on call allowances Duration: 6 month contract Location: Hybrid - 3 days per week on site near Milton Keynes Clearance: DV (Developed Vetting) - active or eligible Role Overview We are seeking a Senior Network Engineer to support a highly secure programme within a defence/national security environment. This is a senior, hands-on role where you will provide technical leadership across enterprise networking and security, operating within high-assurance, air-gapped environments. You will act as a senior escalation point, supporting complex incidents, contributing to secure network design, and ensuring the ongoing stability and compliance of critical infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, secure, and support enterprise LAN/WAN infrastructure Provide technical leadership across routing, switching, and network security Act as an escalation point for complex network and Firewall issues Support and maintain highly secure and air-gapped environments Configure and manage network security controls, policies, and Firewalls Contribute to secure network design and operational assurance activities Participate in an on-call rota to support critical services Core Skills Experience Design, implementation, and support of enterprise LAN/WAN network infrastructure Strong technical leadership across routing, switching, and network security Hands-on experience with Cisco routing and switching technologies Deep experience in network security including Firewalls, IPS/IDS, VPNs (IPsec/SSL), and PKI Administration and support of Cisco Firepower/ASA and Palo Alto NGFWs (Panorama) Experience acting as escalation in high-security, air-gapped environments Familiarity with encryption technologies such as Catapan and Bulldog devices Knowledge of virtualised networking including VMware and NSX-T Experience with network monitoring and management tools such as SolarWinds and PRTG Understanding of identity-based networking/Software Defined Access (802.1X, IBNS 2.0) Solid grounding in Windows networking services including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and Certificate Services Desirable Skills NIST hardening guidelines ITIL processes ServiceNow BeCrypt OS Linux operating systems Data diodes On-Call Requirement - This role includes participation in an on-call rota with the following flat fees payable: £50 for weekday on-call cover £100 for weekends and bank holidays Application Deadline: Close of Business Monday 22nd April.

EBSA - IDAM DevOps HO - SFIA 4/5 Rate 650 - 700 Clearance required: Security Clearance (SC) required | NPPV3 eligible Nationality requirement: Single National Location: London Sector: Public Job Description: "Senior DevOps Engineer - Kubernetes & OpenLDAP Security Clearance (SC) required | NPPV3 eligible Role Summary Highly experienced DevOps engineer with deep expertise in Kubernetes platform engineering and OpenLDAP integration, operating at senior level. Responsible for designing, implementing, and leading secure, scalable containerised platforms within a regulated environment. Provides hands-on technical leadership while managing a small DevOps team delivering test-focused CI/CD capabilities. Core Expertise (Heavy) Kubernetes (Platform Engineering & Operations) Cluster design, provisioning, upgrade and life cycle management RBAC, network policies, pod security standards Ingress controllers, service mesh integration Multi-environment strategy (Dev/Test/Prod) Troubleshooting complex production issues Helm/Kustomize-based deployments Performance tuning and resilience engineering OpenLDAP (Enterprise Identity Integration) Installation, configuration and hardening of OpenLDAP Schema design and directory structuring Secure authentication integration (LDAPS, certificates, RBAC mapping) Kubernetes authentication via LDAP Identity federation patterns across CI/CD tooling High availability and replication strategies Troubleshooting directory performance and sync issues Jenkins (CI/CD Architecture & Engineering) Pipeline-as-code (Groovy) Shared libraries and pipeline governance Integration with Kubernetes agents Secure credential management Test automation integration Release orchestration Strong Working Knowledge (Moderate) Docker - image optimisation, multi-stage builds, secure base images Python - automation, Scripting, infrastructure tooling Working Knowledge (Light) AWS - IAM, networking concepts, container services Terraform - infrastructure-as-code principles, module consumption Team Leadership Accountability for individual engineer performance, development and delivery Regular performance feedback and coaching Skills development and knowledge uplift within the team Delivery & Governance Point of contact for DevOps-related requests Assist the tech lead with Technical design authority for incoming work Oversight and governance of Production releases Ensuring secure delivery aligned to SC-cleared environment requirements Key Characteristics Operates independently within defined frameworks (SFIA Level 4) Provides technical leadership and direction Makes informed decisions in complex secure environments Strong stakeholder communication skills Security-first mindset suitable for government/regulated environments Other networking technologies This role requires additional vetting, which means this could take longer than our normal onboarding process. You will require additional vetting for this position, which means the process can take longer than the usual onboarding process with Capgemini. Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any queries.

We have a new requirement for a Platform Security/DevSecOps Engineer to work for a client of ours. Inside IR35 Skills required: * AWS security engineering experience (multi-account patterns, IAM, network, logging, encryption) * GitLab CI/CD building and maintaining pipelines at scale (templates, shared runners, gates) * Strong DevSecOps experience embedding: o SAST/SCA o secrets scanning o IaC scanning o container image scanning To be considered please submit an up-to-date CV Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

*Full time onsite in Barrow-In-Furness* Required Skills & Experience * Strong hands-on experience with Cisco networking technologies. * Proficiency in Palo Alto Firewall configuration and management. * Expertise in switch configuration, VLAN design, and stretched VLANs. * Knowledge of Cisco ACI architecture and deployment. * Familiarity with network monitoring and troubleshooting tools. * Understanding of network security principles. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Senior Technical Architect - Network - Hybrid - SC Cleared - Secure Environments One of our government clients is looking for an experienced Senior Technical Architect to join them for a 6 month contract. They are offering £658 per day INSIDE IR35. Our client is based near Milton Keynes - commutable from Northampton, East Midlands, Bedford, Luton or Central London. They are offering hybrid working, with 3 days per week onsite. This role is working in a Security Cleared environment. You will need to be SC or DV (developed vetting) cleared or eligible to undertake SC or DV Security Clearance. As the Network Architect, you will support our client with the delivery and management of key national security capabilities. You will be working with customers, engineering and development teams to support the solution. During this role you will be maintaining a key business relationships within government and capability ensuring the security of the nation. You will be providing key technical inputs and governance. Experience Required: Excellent customer and people skills, primarily dealing with national security government customers Experience in relevant roles, including technologies in enterprise and virtual environments and of working within a secure environment such as the FCDO, MOD, CTP and Home Office. Experience of server/operating system (Microsoft and Linux), network technologies, as a minimum: - VMware virtualisation platforms (including VCD, VSAN, and NSX) - SASE architecture - High grade network encryption technologies and configuration Experience creating technical and architectural documents such as options assessments, low and high-level technical designs. Experience of requirements management and the ownership of requirements. Working knowledge of auditing and security products configuration. A comprehensive understanding of NCSC, GDS, CIS, Cyber Essentials, and NIST IT security principles, along with experience in UK government technology strategies and policies. Worked in a Matrix organisation structure. Infrastructure as a Code (IaC), Containerisation, and Microservices. If you think you would be a good fit for this role, please apply here. We look forward to hearing from you! SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.

We are recruiting for a Network Engineer - SC cleared minimum on contract to work on 12 hour shift patterns for our Defence client based in Newport. The NOC (Network) team provides Service, Support and Management capabilities to government sectors working under the Space Digital division of a Defence and Space organisation based in Newport on contract. The responsibility of the NOC L2 Shift Service Engineer includes utilising people, process and tools from across the technical service disciplines and the service delivery area to support live service and the implementation of design change. Responsibilities The NOC L2 Shift Service Engineer role is accountable for providing technical assistance and support to a variety of customers within the Customer Service Operation Centre. They will Provide an interface to other technical stakeholders within projects including On Site Engineers (OSE), Architects, other engineering disciplines and sub-contractors. Working a shift pattern, the role holder is required to response to design changes, raised incidents and problems. This will include analysis and planning but will require a strong focus on organising, delivering, monitoring and controlling elements within the reporting path and driving Continuous Service Improvements. Operating within the Service Desk escalation path the role is responsible for the delivery of multiple service elements and as such, it is critical that communication is fluent and can influence the decision-making process to achieve the desired goals. This includes managing expectations, perceptions and propagation of knowledge. A large portion of the role is focused on investigating issues, during which the role holder will regularly function as the technical point of contact for the NOC on behalf of the business to the wider community, including the customer and business partners, at times without direct support. The team is the single point of contact for technical conference bridge calls, which are arranged to resolve Incidents 24/7. This would include acting as the NOC liaison with other technical groups, from Architects through to 1st line support on 3rd party applications and hardware. Provide a technical role in resolving service incidents, applying diagnosis, maintenance, change and configuration control attributes to bring about a resolution or pass to L3 engineers to resolve once all avenues have been exhausted or timescales define escalation to L3. Consistently perform and deliver outputs within the service contract time constraints (KPI's & SLA's). Provide concise documentation to support the delivery of services. Champion the attainment of industry standard and vendor specific certifications and complimentary academic qualifications, including those under the umbrella of Cisco, and topics in advanced networking. Act as a subject matter expert for specific technical areas, or tools applicable to the project Network. Skill Set Essential Knowledge in Networking, with an understanding of other technologies, such as Windows and ITSM ticketing tools Strong communications skills within the department to provide confidence and direction to peers. Ability to communicate effectively written and verbally with stakeholders at all levels, from end users to project managers and architects. This also includes providing information which will support and influence the decision-making process within the service management internal and external environments. Accountable for the performance of the technical and operational service elements that are delivered. A heightened awareness of Security including compliance with JSP 440 as part of everyday working. Desirable CCNA Network Accreditation or knowledge and understanding of Cisco Networks Work a shift role consisting of 12 hour day/night shifts over a 4/5 day/night pattern and required to work on bank holidays including Christmas/New Year period in summary the key elements are: High level technical service delivery, interpretation & analysis of raw technical data and Stakeholder Engagement. Adhere to obligations necessary to maintain a Developed Vetting security clearance NOC (Network Operations Centre) CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate)

DevOps Engineer +6 months + +Inside IR35 + 575 - 610 a day +SC cleared role - sole British nationals only due to nature of the project +Fully remote working CBSbutler are supporting a large organisation delivering a critical UK public sector programme and are looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer / DevOps SME to strengthen platform delivery, automation and secure release capability. What you'll be doing Designing and improving CI/CD pipelines to enable reliable, repeatable deployments Implementing and maintaining Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for automated environment provisioning Supporting containerised platforms and orchestration to improve scalability and resilience Embedding security and compliance controls into engineering workflows (DevSecOps) Driving observability improvements across monitoring, logging and alerting Advising engineering teams on DevOps best practice and helping remove delivery bottlenecks Essential experience Typically 5-10+ years in DevOps / systems engineering / software engineering Strong hands-on Infrastructure as Code (IaC) (e.g., Terraform , Ansible , CloudFormation ) Containers & orchestration: Docker + Kubernetes Cloud platform depth: AWS / Azure / GCP (networking, compute, storage, security) CI/CD tooling: Jenkins , GitLab CI , GitHub Actions , CircleCI (or similar) Monitoring & logging: Prometheus , Grafana , ELK stack (or equivalent) DevSecOps: integrating security into pipelines and delivery (e.g., SonarQube , Snyk , OWASP practices) If you'd like to discuss this DevOps Engineer role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

OT Cyber Security Specialist 430 - 470/day Outside IR35 6 month contract Oxford - 2x days per week on-site We have an exciting opportunity to join a leading UK organisation operating in the critical infrastructure sector. As part of a greenfield initiative, they are building out their OT security capability and require an experienced Information Security Consultant to lead and shape this journey. This role is pivotal in defining and implementing the OT Security Strategy , developing governance frameworks, and introducing robust security controls across OT environments. You'll be working closely with engineering teams and third-party providers to ensure alignment with industry standards and enterprise cyber objectives. You'll be involved in both strategic and hands-on activities, including policy creation, risk assessments, and technical oversight. The organisation operates in a highly regulated environment, so experience with frameworks such as IEC 62443, NIST CSF, CAF, and ISO 27001 is essential. Experience required: Proven expertise in Operational Technology (OT) security within ICS or critical infrastructure environments Ability to define and implement OT security strategies, policies, and standards Strong knowledge of OT security frameworks - IEC 62443, NIST CSF, CAF, ISO 27001 Experience conducting OT risk assessments, gap analysis, and remediation planning Familiarity with OT networks, segmentation, and industrial protocols Experience working with engineering teams and MSPs Must be SC Cleared Please apply directly with a CV and if suitable we will be in touch to provide more information.

Cyber Threat Detection Analyst Location: Berkshire (On-site) Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) + excellent benefits & training Security Clearance: Ideally SC Cleared or eligible for SC (UK Nationals only) Company Overview An exciting opportunity to join a global technology Powerhouse with a highly regarded cyber security capability supporting mission-critical environments across multiple industries. Cyber security sits at the heart of the organisation's operations, with sustained investment in people, tooling, threat intelligence, and continuous professional development. The security function operates at a mature level, bringing together blue team, red team, threat hunting, and collaborative purple-team practices to proactively defend against real-world adversaries. Role Overview As a Cyber Threat Detection Analyst, you will play a hands-on role within an advanced cyber defence function, focused on proactive threat hunting, adversary behaviour analysis, and high-fidelity threat detection across enterprise environments. This role goes beyond reactive alert handling. You will actively hunt for malicious activity using telemetry, SIEM data, and threat intelligence, develop hypotheses based on MITRE ATT&CK Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), and support incident management and response activities when threats are identified. We are open to experienced SOC Analysts where threat hunting, investigations, and proactive detection have formed a significant part of their role, and who are looking to further develop in a more hunting-led environment. This position is well suited to analysts who enjoy thinking like an attacker, have worked alongside or supported red team or purple team activities, and want to deepen their expertise in threat detection and detection engineering. Skills & Experience We're Seeking Experience in threat hunting, cyber threat detection, SOC, blue team, or cyber defence environments, with ideally around five years hands on experience. Strong hands-on experience using SIEM platforms, including: Microsoft Sentinel (KQL) Splunk (SPL) Elastic Security/Kibana (KQL, ESQL) Practical and operational understanding of MITRE ATT&CK, attacker techniques, and adversary tradecraft Experience working with Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and threat intelligence feeds Solid experience across the security event life cycle, including detection, investigation, and incident management Hands-on experience with EDR/XDR technologies such as Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Carbon Black Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, Firewalls, VPNs, Proxy technologies) Experience analysing telemetry from Windows, Linux, identity, endpoint, and network sources Strong analytical mindset with the ability to clearly communicate findings, impact, and risk Key Responsibilities Conduct proactive threat hunting activities across log, endpoint, and network telemetry to identify suspicious, stealthy, or previously unknown threats Develop and execute hunt hypotheses aligned to MITRE ATT&CK TTPs, adversary behaviours, and emerging threat intelligence Write, refine, and optimise SIEM queries using KQL, SPL, Elastic/ESQL, and Kibana Query Language Perform IOC analysis, enrichment, and validation, integrating internal and external threat intelligence sources Lead investigations from initial detection through scoping, root cause analysis, and impact assessment Support incident management and incident response activities, including containment, remediation, escalation, and lessons learned Collaborate closely with SOC teams, incident responders, red teams, and purple teams to validate detections and improve defensive coverage Contribute to detection logic improvements, use-case development, and continuous enhancement of hunting methodologies Produce clear investigation write-ups, timelines, and recommendations for technical and non-technical stakeholders Particularly Interested In Candidates With Experience supporting or collaborating with Red Team or Purple Team exercises Exposure to adversary emulation, attack simulation, detection validation, or detection engineering Experience working in regulated, high-security, or mission-critical environments Background in advanced SOC functions with a strong emphasis on investigation and threat hunting Security Certifications (Highly Beneficial) SANS/GIAC certifications, including but not limited to: GCIH - Incident Handler GCIA - Intrusion Analyst GCED - Enterprise Defender GCTI - Cyber Threat Intelligence GMON - Continuous Monitoring GDAT - Defending Advanced Threats GCAT - Advanced Threat Intelligence OSCP or equivalent offensive security qualifications Crest certifications, such as: Crest Practitioner Intrusion Analyst (CPIA) Crest Registered Intrusion Analyst (CRIA) Crest Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CCTIA) Crest Certified Blue Team Professional (CCBTP) Microsoft SC-200 or related detection and response certifications Other recognised cyber security or threat intelligence credentials Why Join? Threat-hunting-led role within a mature cyber defence organisation Exposure to real adversary behaviour, Red Team activity, and advanced attack scenarios Competitive salary with an excellent benefits package Significant investment in training, certifications, and long-term career progression Opportunity to work alongside experienced Blue, Red, and Purple Team professionals Don't delay - apply now via the link below. About Adecco Adecco is acting as an Employment Agency. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We are on the client's supplier list for this role.

SENIOR AZURE PLATFROM ENGINEER- SC CLEARED SENIOR AZURE PLATFROM ENGINEER- Permanent opportunity for a Senior Azure Platform Engineer with active SC clearance and eligibility for DV Clearance. - Salary up to £80,000 DOE- Hybrid opportunity with Hampshire based offices - To apply, please call Laura Jackson on , or email with an up-to-date CV. WHO ARE WE?We're hiring for Senior Azure Platform Engineers to join an SME delivering cutting-edge solutions for industry-leading Defence clients. You'll have the opportunity to work across multiple high-impact, innovative and mission-critical projects, shaping solutions that make a real difference. Due to the sensitive nature of the work, an active SC Clearence and eligibility for DV clearance is required. THE SENIOR AZURE PLATFROM ENGINEER- Active SC Clearance and eligibility for DV Clearance - Hampshire Based or ability to travel 3 days/ week.- Experience as in an Azure focused DevOps or Infrastructure Development role. SENIOR AZURE PLATFORM ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS- Deep expertise in Microsoft Azure- covering AKS, VMs, Networking, Storage etc- Ability to build scalable production level Azure environments- Strong knowledge of networking concepts - Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, including configuration, scaling, and securing containerised applications in production environments.- Expertise in IaC using tools like Terraform- Strong experience building and managing CI/CD pipelines (e.g. GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD) TO BE CONSIDERED:Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly on . For further information please call me: / . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLSPLATFORM ENGINEER, SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER, AZURE, INFRASTRUCTURE, AZURE ARCHITECT, AZURE CONSULTANT, CLOUD ENGINEER, ANSIBLE, TERRAFORM, INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT, DEFENCE, NATIONAL SECURITY, DV CLEARED, DV CLEARANCE, SECURITY CLEARED, NSD

Data Cabling Engineers 6m Contract Start April Due to winning some exciting new business, we are looking for aspiring Cabling Engineers to join us for various roles from Assistants to Juniors, working across various contracts, some of which will involve nights and working away as part of our exemplary team. Barron McCann Ltd Barron McCann Ltd is an independent, award-winning IT Service Provider delivering end-to-end IT support solutions from help desk services to rapid-response, on-site repair and maintenance. We support some of the UK s most prestigious high-street brands, and our reputation is built on quality, innovation, and expertise. The Role These are field-based roles, working primarily across large retail premises and customer sites. You ll be responsible for installing, testing, and terminating Cat6 and Cat6a copper cabling and associated network equipment such as Switches and Wireless Access points. You ll work closely with our IT and project teams, following installation design drawings and specifications, and take pride in delivering consistently high standards that exceed both Barron McCann s and our customers expectations. Full training will be provided, giving you the opportunity to: Work towards City & Guilds 3663 or CNIT qualifications Gain exposure to fibre technologies Become Security Cleared Learn cabinet dressing and presentation to a high professional standard Carry out on-site and desktop WiFi surveys using the latest software tools Are you Experienced in pulling and terminating Cat5/Cat6 cables? Have a good understanding of network devices Looking to advance your career in copper and fibre infrastructure? Detail-driven, customer-focused, and proud of your installation standards? If so, we d love to hear from you. Ideal Skills & Experience (But not strictly necessary) Experience installing network cabling infrastructure across varied building types Copper cable termination and testing Strong knowledge of Health & Safety, fire safety, construction standards, and asbestos awareness A good understanding of network devices such as Switches and Wireless Access Points ECS Card/CSCS Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive and flexible approach Strong communication skills with internal teams and external stakeholders Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise workloads Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, changing environment Willingness to undertake customer-specific training and accreditations Full, clean UK driving licence Desirable Qualifications Installation of cable containment systems including PVC and galvanised steel trunking, tray, basket, and conduit IPAF certification PASMA CNCI or equivalent Industry qualification such as CNCI or City & Guilds or similar SSSTS Card What We Offer Fully expensed company vehicle Fuel card Company mobile phone Company credit card Company iPad All travel and accommodation expenses paid

Data Cabling Engineers 6m Contract Start April Due to winning some exciting new business, we are looking for aspiring Cabling Engineers to join us for various roles from Assistants to Juniors, working across various contracts, some of which will involve nights and working away as part of our exemplary team. Barron McCann Ltd Barron McCann Ltd is an independent, award-winning IT Service Provider delivering end-to-end IT support solutions from help desk services to rapid-response, on-site repair and maintenance. We support some of the UK s most prestigious high-street brands, and our reputation is built on quality, innovation, and expertise. The Role These are field-based roles, working primarily across large retail premises and customer sites. You ll be responsible for installing, testing, and terminating Cat6 and Cat6a copper cabling and associated network equipment such as Switches and Wireless Access points. You ll work closely with our IT and project teams, following installation design drawings and specifications, and take pride in delivering consistently high standards that exceed both Barron McCann s and our customers expectations. Full training will be provided, giving you the opportunity to: Work towards City & Guilds 3663 or CNIT qualifications Gain exposure to fibre technologies Become Security Cleared Learn cabinet dressing and presentation to a high professional standard Carry out on-site and desktop WiFi surveys using the latest software tools Are you Experienced in pulling and terminating Cat5/Cat6 cables? Have a good understanding of network devices Looking to advance your career in copper and fibre infrastructure? Detail-driven, customer-focused, and proud of your installation standards? If so, we d love to hear from you. Ideal Skills & Experience (But not strictly necessary) Experience installing network cabling infrastructure across varied building types Copper cable termination and testing Strong knowledge of Health & Safety, fire safety, construction standards, and asbestos awareness A good understanding of network devices such as Switches and Wireless Access Points ECS Card/CSCS Excellent problem-solving skills with a proactive and flexible approach Strong communication skills with internal teams and external stakeholders Ability to manage time effectively and prioritise workloads Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, changing environment Willingness to undertake customer-specific training and accreditations Full, clean UK driving licence Desirable Qualifications Installation of cable containment systems including PVC and galvanised steel trunking, tray, basket, and conduit IPAF certification PASMA CNCI or equivalent Industry qualification such as CNCI or City & Guilds or similar SSSTS Card What We Offer Fully expensed company vehicle Fuel card Company mobile phone Company credit card Company iPad All travel and accommodation expenses paid

Data Centre Engineer (Security Cleared) My client has a national contract to fulfil, to provide moves and changes in data centre's of networking and the relevant structured cabling systems. This contract is expected to go on for about 5 years. You will be given a vehicle and a fuel card and any accommodation will be organised and paid for by the client. Alternatively, you can provide your own, which will be reflected in the rate offered. To be considered for this role, please send a current CV, along with your availability to start work and your day rate expectations to the email address provided. Engineer requirements below, but please still apply if you don't have all the necessary, but SC Clearance is a must. CAT 5 Structured Cabling CNCI First IOSH Manual Handling Asbestos Awareness DC Awareness ( TELL 003 or Equivalent ) SC Clearance Ladder & Step Ladder Safety

MERITUS are recruiting for a Head of Systems Design Coordination to join Future Combat Air Programmes with our defence client at either their Bristol or Stevenage site. HEAD OF SYSTEM DESIGN COORDINATION - INSIDE IR35 - 80 PER HOUR ( 592 per day) - 6 MONTHS - SC CLEARED (UKEO) - BRISTOL OR STEVENAGE - FAST MOVING PROCESS Meritus is supporting a critical leadership hire within one of the UK's most strategically important defence programmes - focused on the development of next-generation combat air capability. This role sits at the centre of a highly complex, multi-national programme shaping the future of air combat. You will operate at the intersection of platform design, weapons integration, and system-of-systems thinking - influencing how effects are delivered in a modern battlespace rather than simply integrated. This is not a siloed engineering leadership role. It is a coordination, governance, and influence position operating across a large-scale Chief Systems Engineering (CSE) organisation and external partner network. The Role As Head of Systems Design Coordination, you will lead a critical function responsible for aligning engineering activity across a large, multi-disciplinary systems organisation ( 70 engineers). Reporting directly to the Chief Systems Engineer, you will act as a deputy in senior forums and take ownership of engineering coordination across programme-wide activities. You will: Lead a Systems Design Coordination & Transversal team covering: Human Factors Through-Life Support Safety & Assurance Product Security Weapon Integration Own engineering governance across the programme: Design reviews & gate approvals Engineering Management Plans Systems Engineering Management frameworks Drive coordination across engineering task groups, ensuring alignment of outputs and technical coherence Act as a senior stakeholder interface across: Prime contractors Government / MOD stakeholders Internal engineering and programme leadership Support workforce development, mobility, and capability growth across the engineering function Contribute to bid activity and long-term capability planning What We're Looking For This is a high-influence leadership role - technical credibility alone is not enough. You must be able to operate commercially, politically, and strategically across a complex defence ecosystem. Key requirements: Proven leadership within complex systems engineering environments (ideally defence or aerospace) Strong stakeholder management across primes, government, and internal delivery teams Experience operating within structured engineering governance frameworks Ability to align competing stakeholder priorities and drive decision-making Track record of influencing senior technical and programme leadership Strong organisational discipline with attention to detail across large-scale programmes Programme Environment Multi-national collaboration across UK and international partners Highly sensitive, security-cleared environment Long lifecycle programme with evolving requirements and political visibility Strong emphasis on integration of advanced technologies and future capability concepts

SC Cleared Observability Consultant: Dynatrace, Splunk, Cloud, ITSM, Clearance - (RL8136) Our Global Enterprise client is looking for an SC Cleared Enterprise Observability Consultant with an in-depth understanding of Observability platforms and technologies ranging between Vendor Specific products eg Dynatrace, Splunk, Grafana, Cribl etc. & Open-Source Observability projects eg Open Telemetry, Prometheus, Grafana OSS etc. You will be responsible for providing Observability platform delivery expertise to deliver advisory, design & implementation services that meets our customers business requirements within their overall observability strategy. The role will also involve staying at the forefront of new technologies and new vendors, working within the Enterprise Observability Practice. Start Date: 5th May 2026 Duration: 115 days (initially) Pay Rate: £347 p/d (PLEASE NOTE: Employer NI is paid for by the client) Total Daily Earnings: £425 p/d (includes rolled up holiday) IR35 Status: Inside Location: Hybrid (some travelling involved) Clearance: SC Clearance is highly desirable Responsibilities: Observability Strategy & Advisory Lead discovery workshops to assess observability maturity and define tailored roadmaps aligned to business and IT objectives Assess current monitoring and observability maturity for Enterprise Organisations & recommend tooling strategies, often leveraging platforms like Dynatrace for full-stack visibility Translate business and technical requirements into actionable observability use cases to support change management and enablement initiatives Advise on tools, platforms, and best practices (eg, OpenTelemetry, SIEM vs Observability, Telemetry Management, SRE principles) Architecture & Solution Design Design end-to-end observability architectures, including Logs, metrics, traces, profiles etc., Distributed tracing frameworks/APM tooling, Infrastructure & cloud monitoring, Synthetic and real user monitoring Create telemetry data pipelines and instrumentation strategies Ensure scalable, secure, and cost-efficient observability patterns Tooling Implementation Deploy and configure observability platforms such as Dynatrace, Splunk, Grafana Cloud, Cribl, Elastic Implement OpenTelemetry collectors, agents, and SDK instrumentation strategies Build dashboards, alerts, and automation workflows Integrate Observability platforms with ITSM, AIOps, Event Management platforms Troubleshooting & Performance Engineering Analyse application, infrastructure, and network performance issues. Lead root cause analysis and performance optimisation initiatives. Enable proactive detection through anomaly detection and alert tuning. Technical Skills: 10+ years in consulting, enterprise design, and implementation roles Expertise in observability frameworks, telemetry pipelines, and service mesh integrations. Deep understanding of observability pillars: metrics, logs, traces, and user experience. Expert Level Familiarity with Products such as Dynatrace, Splunk, Grafana Cloud, Cribl (experience with at least two product sets) Strong understanding of Observability platform architecture, including Telemetry Storage, OpenTelemetry support, and cloud integrations. Experience with Dynatrace/Splunk/Grafana APIs, tagging strategies, and problem detection workflows. Proficiency in Scripting (Python, Bash) and automation tools (Terraform, Ansible). Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Desirable: Professional Level Certifications in Observability products/OpenTelemetry Associate Certification/Prometheus Associate Certification Familiarity with DevOps and Platform engineering ways of working with associated tools (CI/CD, git, automation etc.) Working level understanding of Cloud/Cloud Native Observability technologies (AWS CloudWatch, Azure Monitor, eBPF, Prometheus etc.) Good understanding of networking principles related to Observability protocols (Syslog, SNMP, OTLP etc.) Experience integrating Observability platforms with ITSM and alerting platforms Cloud/CNCF certifications To apply for this SC Cleared Observability Consultant contract job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.

SC Cleared Extreme Network Engineer Location: Reading (On-site) Start Date: May 2026 Duration: 9 Months Rate: 450/day Inside IR35 Clearance Required: SC Clearance (Active) We are currently seeking an experienced SC Cleared Extreme Network Engineer to support a key project based on-site in Reading. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-profile environment, working on critical network infrastructure over a 9-month engagement. Key Responsibilities: Manage and support network infrastructure using Extreme Networks technologies Ensure network stability, performance, and security across the environment Troubleshoot and resolve complex networking issues Support ongoing network operations and project delivery Collaborate with wider technical teams to maintain service excellence Required Skills & Experience: Strong hands-on experience with Extreme Networks solutions Experience working with Juniper core networks Proven background in network engineering within secure environments Ability to diagnose and resolve complex network issues Experience working in on-site, high-security environments Active SC Clearance (essential) Additional Information: Must be able to work on-site in Reading Candidates without active SC Clearance will not be considered Further information available upon application. Please contact (url removed) or call (phone number removed) for more information ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.