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.
Apr 22, 2026
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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.
About Us: Solirius Reply delivers technical consultancy and application delivery to our clients in order to solve real world problems and allow our clients to respond to an ever-changing technical landscape. We partner closely with our clients, embedding our consultants into their businesses in order to provide a bespoke service, allowing us to truly understand our clients' needs. It is this close collaboration with our clients that has enabled us to grow rapidly in recent years and will drive our ambitious future growth plans. We currently have over 400 consultants working with a variety of key clients from both the public and private sectors such as the Ministry of Justice, Department for Education, FCDOS, UEFA, International Olympic Committee and Mercedes Benz; with plans to increase our client base further in the near future. We operate as a flat organisation and believe in trusting and supporting our team to operate independently. We pride ourselves on being specialists at what we do, making the most of our consultants' expertise in their fields, to provide a best-in-class service to our clients. All our consultants have the opportunity to work on a range of different projects, providing a broad range of knowledge on which to develop their careers and progress in the direction they choose. About You: You are a motivated and adaptable professional with a strong analytical mindset and a passion for working with data to solve real-world problems. You enjoy working in collaborative, agile teams and take pride in delivering high-quality, data-driven solutions that make a tangible impact. With strong communication skills and a consultative approach, you're comfortable engaging with clients, understanding their needs, and translating them into robust data architectures and platforms. You understand and align with Solirius Reply Values. The Role: We are looking for experienced Data Architects to work on our projects with our public sector clients, helping to deliver Solirius' services to the highest standard. The role will involve working with multiple business and technical stakeholders, helping them to design data solutions and architectures which will then be implemented by the delivery teams. As a Data Architect, you will be expected to operate with a high degree of autonomy, using your experience and judgement to resolve complex data and architectural challenges in alignment with client needs. You will proactively manage escalations and take ownership of delivering effective, scalable, and secure data solutions. Successful candidates will also be expected to take an active role in practice development: developing new data services to help with Solirius' business development - creating and updating data architecture artefacts, liaising with other Solirius practices to maintain practice profile and contributing to the development of more junior practice members. In addition to technical leadership, you will play a key role in identifying and shaping new business opportunities, working closely with stakeholders across client organisations to understand strategic objectives and deliver value-driven, data-led outcomes. You must be a strong and confident communicator, capable of influencing both technical and non-technical audiences. You will lead and mentor technical teams, build consensus across diverse stakeholder groups, and foster collaborative, cross-functional working environments. Your role will require innovative thinking, applying best practices and emerging data technologies to solve complex business problems in creative and pragmatic ways. Key Responsibilities: Design end-to-end data architectures that meet business, technical, and security requirements. Translate business and analytical requirements into scalable, secure, and cost-effective data platforms. Ensure alignment with enterprise data architecture, data strategy, and governance standards. Lead data architecture reviews and technical design workshops with stakeholders and delivery teams. Support Agile delivery teams, defining MVP data architecture and providing ongoing technical direction. Collaborate with stakeholders across business, product, and IT to gain buy-in and drive data-driven decisions. Define data models, data flows, metadata standards, and integration patterns. Contribute to data engineering, automation, and infrastructure-as-code practices for delivery at scale. Ensure data security, privacy, compliance, and risk management are Embedded in the solution. Produce clear data architecture documentation using standards such as conceptual, logical and physical models, C4, Archimate, and cloud-native diagrams, including high-level designs and relevant data artefacts. Key Experience: Extensive experience in stakeholder engagement and senior-level communication, including C-suite. Proven experience in client-facing and/or consultancy environments. Demonstrated ability to translate complex business and analytical requirements into scalable and resilient data architectures. Strong track record in designing and delivering end-to-end data platforms in enterprise settings. Expertise in conceptual, logical, and physical data modelling. Deep understanding of data platforms, data integration, and analytics architectures. Ability to design solutions that meet both functional and non-functional requirements, including performance, scalability, security, and compliance. Broad experience with data governance, data quality, master data management, and regulatory requirements. Key Skills: Advanced knowledge of cloud data platforms: Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Strong experience with data warehousing, data lakes, and lakehouse architectures. Hands-on experience with SQL and at least one programming language such as Python, Scala, or Java. ETL/ELT design and data pipeline orchestration. Streaming and event-driven data architectures. Agile and DevOps delivery methodologies applied to data platforms (DataOps). Expertise in data architecture and modelling (conceptual, logical, and physical). Familiarity with modern integration technologies and patterns (eg, API-driven, event streaming, service mesh). What We Offer: Competitive Salary 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Flexibility to work from home 10 days allocated for development training per year Generous Discretionary Bonus Statutory & Contributory Pension Private Healthcare Cover Discounted Gym Membership Enhanced Parental Leave Paid Fertility Leave Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Annual Away Days Monthly Company Socials Equality & Diversity: Solirius Reply is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports, celebrates, encourages and respects all individuals and in which all processes are based on merit, competence and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexuality, age, disability, ethnicity, marital status or any other protected characteristics. Should you require further assistance or require any reasonable adjustments be put in place to better support your application process, please do not hesitate to raise this with us.
Apr 21, 2026
Full time
About Us: Solirius Reply delivers technical consultancy and application delivery to our clients in order to solve real world problems and allow our clients to respond to an ever-changing technical landscape. We partner closely with our clients, embedding our consultants into their businesses in order to provide a bespoke service, allowing us to truly understand our clients' needs. It is this close collaboration with our clients that has enabled us to grow rapidly in recent years and will drive our ambitious future growth plans. We currently have over 400 consultants working with a variety of key clients from both the public and private sectors such as the Ministry of Justice, Department for Education, FCDOS, UEFA, International Olympic Committee and Mercedes Benz; with plans to increase our client base further in the near future. We operate as a flat organisation and believe in trusting and supporting our team to operate independently. We pride ourselves on being specialists at what we do, making the most of our consultants' expertise in their fields, to provide a best-in-class service to our clients. All our consultants have the opportunity to work on a range of different projects, providing a broad range of knowledge on which to develop their careers and progress in the direction they choose. About You: You are a motivated and adaptable professional with a strong analytical mindset and a passion for working with data to solve real-world problems. You enjoy working in collaborative, agile teams and take pride in delivering high-quality, data-driven solutions that make a tangible impact. With strong communication skills and a consultative approach, you're comfortable engaging with clients, understanding their needs, and translating them into robust data architectures and platforms. You understand and align with Solirius Reply Values. The Role: We are looking for experienced Data Architects to work on our projects with our public sector clients, helping to deliver Solirius' services to the highest standard. The role will involve working with multiple business and technical stakeholders, helping them to design data solutions and architectures which will then be implemented by the delivery teams. As a Data Architect, you will be expected to operate with a high degree of autonomy, using your experience and judgement to resolve complex data and architectural challenges in alignment with client needs. You will proactively manage escalations and take ownership of delivering effective, scalable, and secure data solutions. Successful candidates will also be expected to take an active role in practice development: developing new data services to help with Solirius' business development - creating and updating data architecture artefacts, liaising with other Solirius practices to maintain practice profile and contributing to the development of more junior practice members. In addition to technical leadership, you will play a key role in identifying and shaping new business opportunities, working closely with stakeholders across client organisations to understand strategic objectives and deliver value-driven, data-led outcomes. You must be a strong and confident communicator, capable of influencing both technical and non-technical audiences. You will lead and mentor technical teams, build consensus across diverse stakeholder groups, and foster collaborative, cross-functional working environments. Your role will require innovative thinking, applying best practices and emerging data technologies to solve complex business problems in creative and pragmatic ways. Key Responsibilities: Design end-to-end data architectures that meet business, technical, and security requirements. Translate business and analytical requirements into scalable, secure, and cost-effective data platforms. Ensure alignment with enterprise data architecture, data strategy, and governance standards. Lead data architecture reviews and technical design workshops with stakeholders and delivery teams. Support Agile delivery teams, defining MVP data architecture and providing ongoing technical direction. Collaborate with stakeholders across business, product, and IT to gain buy-in and drive data-driven decisions. Define data models, data flows, metadata standards, and integration patterns. Contribute to data engineering, automation, and infrastructure-as-code practices for delivery at scale. Ensure data security, privacy, compliance, and risk management are Embedded in the solution. Produce clear data architecture documentation using standards such as conceptual, logical and physical models, C4, Archimate, and cloud-native diagrams, including high-level designs and relevant data artefacts. Key Experience: Extensive experience in stakeholder engagement and senior-level communication, including C-suite. Proven experience in client-facing and/or consultancy environments. Demonstrated ability to translate complex business and analytical requirements into scalable and resilient data architectures. Strong track record in designing and delivering end-to-end data platforms in enterprise settings. Expertise in conceptual, logical, and physical data modelling. Deep understanding of data platforms, data integration, and analytics architectures. Ability to design solutions that meet both functional and non-functional requirements, including performance, scalability, security, and compliance. Broad experience with data governance, data quality, master data management, and regulatory requirements. Key Skills: Advanced knowledge of cloud data platforms: Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Strong experience with data warehousing, data lakes, and lakehouse architectures. Hands-on experience with SQL and at least one programming language such as Python, Scala, or Java. ETL/ELT design and data pipeline orchestration. Streaming and event-driven data architectures. Agile and DevOps delivery methodologies applied to data platforms (DataOps). Expertise in data architecture and modelling (conceptual, logical, and physical). Familiarity with modern integration technologies and patterns (eg, API-driven, event streaming, service mesh). What We Offer: Competitive Salary 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays Flexibility to work from home 10 days allocated for development training per year Generous Discretionary Bonus Statutory & Contributory Pension Private Healthcare Cover Discounted Gym Membership Enhanced Parental Leave Paid Fertility Leave Cycle to Work and Electric Vehicle schemes Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Annual Away Days Monthly Company Socials Equality & Diversity: Solirius Reply is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that supports, celebrates, encourages and respects all individuals and in which all processes are based on merit, competence and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexuality, age, disability, ethnicity, marital status or any other protected characteristics. Should you require further assistance or require any reasonable adjustments be put in place to better support your application process, please do not hesitate to raise this with us.
SC Cleared IAM DevOps Engineer - Sailpoint, CI/CD, Agile Up to 550 Inside IR35 6 Month contract Fully remote I am currently partnered with a leading UK consultancy who urgently requires a SC-Cleared IAM DevOps Engineer who specialises in SailPoint to join a business-critical program for one of their key partners. Experience required Proficient in designing, developing, and delivering IAM solutions, particularly using SailPoint. Active Security Clearance (SC) Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, with the ability to advise on deployment speed and technical oversight. Experience in defining QA and deployment pipelines and driving tool adoption for improved integration. Skilled in software design and systems integration/build. Competent in programming/software development and data management Experience in testing and application support. Ability to develop hardened base containers and support secure platform build. Nice to have Strong reporting and documentation skills. Familiarity with GDS service standards, accessibility, and community practices. Immediate availability Agile certification (preferred). What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Oct 07, 2025
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SC Cleared IAM DevOps Engineer - Sailpoint, CI/CD, Agile Up to 550 Inside IR35 6 Month contract Fully remote I am currently partnered with a leading UK consultancy who urgently requires a SC-Cleared IAM DevOps Engineer who specialises in SailPoint to join a business-critical program for one of their key partners. Experience required Proficient in designing, developing, and delivering IAM solutions, particularly using SailPoint. Active Security Clearance (SC) Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines, with the ability to advise on deployment speed and technical oversight. Experience in defining QA and deployment pipelines and driving tool adoption for improved integration. Skilled in software design and systems integration/build. Competent in programming/software development and data management Experience in testing and application support. Ability to develop hardened base containers and support secure platform build. Nice to have Strong reporting and documentation skills. Familiarity with GDS service standards, accessibility, and community practices. Immediate availability Agile certification (preferred). What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
DV (Developed Vetting) Security Cleared Senior Azure/Cloud Engineer/Azure Devops is required by our government client based in Milton Keynes or London (commutable from Northampton, East Midlands, Bedford, Luton, North London). Hybrid working Working in a DV Security Cleared environment. You will hold a current DV clearance or be eligible to undertake. Rate: c.£500 - 600 (umbrella company) As the Senior Cloud/Azure Engineer leads the design, deployment, and optimisation of cloud infrastructure, enabling us to deliver secure, scalable, and innovative digital services globally. This role drives cloud adoption, automation, and continuous improvement in line with the organisations digital and AI transformation strategy. Responsibilities: Architect, implement, and manage cloud platforms (primarily Azure), ensuring compliance, security, and cost-effectiveness. Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools. Mentor junior engineers, contribute to DevOps practices, and support incident response and service improvement initiatives. Technical Skills Azure Tenant Ansible Containerisation (Docker/Podman) Powershell Python Linux Hypervisor (Proxmox) PKI zScaler DNS IP management GitHub CI/CD pipelines SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
Oct 06, 2025
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DV (Developed Vetting) Security Cleared Senior Azure/Cloud Engineer/Azure Devops is required by our government client based in Milton Keynes or London (commutable from Northampton, East Midlands, Bedford, Luton, North London). Hybrid working Working in a DV Security Cleared environment. You will hold a current DV clearance or be eligible to undertake. Rate: c.£500 - 600 (umbrella company) As the Senior Cloud/Azure Engineer leads the design, deployment, and optimisation of cloud infrastructure, enabling us to deliver secure, scalable, and innovative digital services globally. This role drives cloud adoption, automation, and continuous improvement in line with the organisations digital and AI transformation strategy. Responsibilities: Architect, implement, and manage cloud platforms (primarily Azure), ensuring compliance, security, and cost-effectiveness. Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools. Mentor junior engineers, contribute to DevOps practices, and support incident response and service improvement initiatives. Technical Skills Azure Tenant Ansible Containerisation (Docker/Podman) Powershell Python Linux Hypervisor (Proxmox) PKI zScaler DNS IP management GitHub CI/CD pipelines SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
I am currently looking for 2 experienced Cyber Security Engineers (DV Cleared) for a client, based in Milton Keynes with occasional travel to London. DV Clearance is essential - applicants without current clearance unfortunately cannot be considered. About the Role: These roles sit within a client's Cybersecurity Operations function. You will play a key part in designing, implementing, and maintaining the platforms that support enterprise-scale security operations. From SIEM and log collection to endpoint detection, automation, and integration, you'll help ensure the SOC team has the reliable and scalable infrastructure it needs to detect, investigate, and respond to threats. Responsibilities: Manage and optimise SIEM platforms (Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, open-source alternatives) across hybrid-cloud environments Configure and maintain log/data pipelines from endpoints, cloud services, and network devices Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of core security platforms Integrate new security tools into the ecosystem, including automation via APIs, Scripting, and AI Maintain clear documentation, diagrams, and procedures to support knowledge sharing and consistency Skills & Experience: Strong hands-on experience with SIEM technologies (Splunk, Sentinel, etc.) Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and hybrid environments Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell) for automation and integration Experience with SOAR and SecDevOps practices (Git, GitHub, Azure DevOps, CI/CD) Good understanding of frameworks such as NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, CAF Background in Incident Response or SOC analysis is highly valued Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset Effective communication and collaboration skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Certifications (Splunk, Microsoft, SANS, etc.) are desirable but not required. Location: Milton Keynes (with some travel to London) Positions: 2 available If you're DV cleared and want to take on a challenging and rewarding role with a leading organisation, I'd love to hear from you.
Oct 06, 2025
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I am currently looking for 2 experienced Cyber Security Engineers (DV Cleared) for a client, based in Milton Keynes with occasional travel to London. DV Clearance is essential - applicants without current clearance unfortunately cannot be considered. About the Role: These roles sit within a client's Cybersecurity Operations function. You will play a key part in designing, implementing, and maintaining the platforms that support enterprise-scale security operations. From SIEM and log collection to endpoint detection, automation, and integration, you'll help ensure the SOC team has the reliable and scalable infrastructure it needs to detect, investigate, and respond to threats. Responsibilities: Manage and optimise SIEM platforms (Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, open-source alternatives) across hybrid-cloud environments Configure and maintain log/data pipelines from endpoints, cloud services, and network devices Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of core security platforms Integrate new security tools into the ecosystem, including automation via APIs, Scripting, and AI Maintain clear documentation, diagrams, and procedures to support knowledge sharing and consistency Skills & Experience: Strong hands-on experience with SIEM technologies (Splunk, Sentinel, etc.) Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and hybrid environments Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell) for automation and integration Experience with SOAR and SecDevOps practices (Git, GitHub, Azure DevOps, CI/CD) Good understanding of frameworks such as NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, CAF Background in Incident Response or SOC analysis is highly valued Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset Effective communication and collaboration skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Certifications (Splunk, Microsoft, SANS, etc.) are desirable but not required. Location: Milton Keynes (with some travel to London) Positions: 2 available If you're DV cleared and want to take on a challenging and rewarding role with a leading organisation, I'd love to hear from you.
Walter Everett is a niche technical recruitment consultancy . We are currently partnering with a global consultancy to search for an Senior Automation Tester. They are looking for a natural leader and expert with Java based automation frameworks. As well as defining strategies and mentoring, you will be very hands on with contract testing. They use Pact for API testing but Gatling etc is also ok. The role is based in London and requires someone with SC clearance, or eligible. Senior Automation Tester (SC Cleared). Please Note: Due to project requirements, candidates with active SC clearance are preferred. If your clearance has lapsed or you are eligible to undergo SC clearance (which typically requires 5 years of continuous UK residency and the right to work in the UK, such as British citizenship, ILR, or other eligible status), we still encourage you to apply. Full Time - Mainly remote ( occasional visit to the London office) Detailed Spec: Our client is a global service provider that excels in delivering innovative technology and consulting solutions to a diverse and impressive international client base.They are seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer with experience in BDD, Automation Testing, Agile (Scrum), and scripting to join their Tech team. You must be able to code in Java! What you'll be doing: This role includes, but is not limited to: Collaborating with and leading the team, working with the product team to define acceptance criteria and testing DOD for each story. Helping to build the test strategy and framework Pairing with developers to define and review the required tests, addressing all product delivery features and functions at the unit and component layers. Conducting exploratory testing at all levels. Defining tests throughout product delivery into live environments. Automating tests where necessary. Working with developers to design and test stubs. Ensuring the team defines tests to validate NFRs (Non-Functional Requirements) at appropriate levels. Maintaining traceability throughout the product lifecycle. Providing regular updates on test progress and quality metrics in a format consumable by stakeholders. Raising the profile of quality across the product lifecycle. Contributing to Agile teams by designing and building automated tests to ensure effective test coverage. Providing test assurance for user stories based on acceptance test criteria in a test-first environment. Working closely with Software Engineers to meet requirements and contribute to agile delivery. Participating in estimation activities and identifying opportunities to maximise testing benefits within the team. Assuring team retrospectives and planning sessions, ensuring adherence to test best practices, continual improvement, and standards. What experience you'll bring: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in Agile delivery teams using TDD (Test-Driven Development) with Java. Ideally some experience with Springboot and dependency injection Ability to work autonomously. Experience with PACT frameworks for Consumer Contract testing is desirable. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and their importance in the Automation Testing process. Exposure to command line and scripting languages for at least one OS (Windows or Linux). Good coding skills (SOLID, DI, Design Patterns, etc.). Ability to unit test the frameworks you build. Qualifications and experience required: A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Expertise in API testing using Postman. Proficiency in Cypress and Docker for containerised testing. Proven track record of using Gitlab for test automation storage. Strong foundation in TDD using Junit. Familiarity with SonarQube, Jenkins, Splunk, Gatling, Serenity, Cucumber, Selenium, Wiremock, Hamcrest, AWS Cloudwatch, Jira, and Confluence. Nice to have: - Experience with mocks and stubs. - Advanced knowledge of DevOps and Agile Development. - Ability to lead projects and design test strategies. At Walter Everett and our clients, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment . We recognise that diversity enhances our collective strength and improves our ability to meet the needs of those we serve. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our teams. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the process, please feel free to get in touch with us. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Walter Everett is a niche technical recruitment consultancy . We are currently partnering with a global consultancy to search for an Senior Automation Tester. They are looking for a natural leader and expert with Java based automation frameworks. As well as defining strategies and mentoring, you will be very hands on with contract testing. They use Pact for API testing but Gatling etc is also ok. The role is based in London and requires someone with SC clearance, or eligible. Senior Automation Tester (SC Cleared). Please Note: Due to project requirements, candidates with active SC clearance are preferred. If your clearance has lapsed or you are eligible to undergo SC clearance (which typically requires 5 years of continuous UK residency and the right to work in the UK, such as British citizenship, ILR, or other eligible status), we still encourage you to apply. Full Time - Mainly remote ( occasional visit to the London office) Detailed Spec: Our client is a global service provider that excels in delivering innovative technology and consulting solutions to a diverse and impressive international client base.They are seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer with experience in BDD, Automation Testing, Agile (Scrum), and scripting to join their Tech team. You must be able to code in Java! What you'll be doing: This role includes, but is not limited to: Collaborating with and leading the team, working with the product team to define acceptance criteria and testing DOD for each story. Helping to build the test strategy and framework Pairing with developers to define and review the required tests, addressing all product delivery features and functions at the unit and component layers. Conducting exploratory testing at all levels. Defining tests throughout product delivery into live environments. Automating tests where necessary. Working with developers to design and test stubs. Ensuring the team defines tests to validate NFRs (Non-Functional Requirements) at appropriate levels. Maintaining traceability throughout the product lifecycle. Providing regular updates on test progress and quality metrics in a format consumable by stakeholders. Raising the profile of quality across the product lifecycle. Contributing to Agile teams by designing and building automated tests to ensure effective test coverage. Providing test assurance for user stories based on acceptance test criteria in a test-first environment. Working closely with Software Engineers to meet requirements and contribute to agile delivery. Participating in estimation activities and identifying opportunities to maximise testing benefits within the team. Assuring team retrospectives and planning sessions, ensuring adherence to test best practices, continual improvement, and standards. What experience you'll bring: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in Agile delivery teams using TDD (Test-Driven Development) with Java. Ideally some experience with Springboot and dependency injection Ability to work autonomously. Experience with PACT frameworks for Consumer Contract testing is desirable. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and their importance in the Automation Testing process. Exposure to command line and scripting languages for at least one OS (Windows or Linux). Good coding skills (SOLID, DI, Design Patterns, etc.). Ability to unit test the frameworks you build. Qualifications and experience required: A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Expertise in API testing using Postman. Proficiency in Cypress and Docker for containerised testing. Proven track record of using Gitlab for test automation storage. Strong foundation in TDD using Junit. Familiarity with SonarQube, Jenkins, Splunk, Gatling, Serenity, Cucumber, Selenium, Wiremock, Hamcrest, AWS Cloudwatch, Jira, and Confluence. Nice to have: - Experience with mocks and stubs. - Advanced knowledge of DevOps and Agile Development. - Ability to lead projects and design test strategies. At Walter Everett and our clients, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment . We recognise that diversity enhances our collective strength and improves our ability to meet the needs of those we serve. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our teams. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the process, please feel free to get in touch with us. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive.
We are looking for an experienced Security Cleared (SC) DevOps Automation Engineer to help drive the next stage of automation maturity across build, test, and release pipelines. This role is critical to enabling development teams to test earlier, accelerate release cycles, and ensure consistency and compliance across environments. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and optimise CI/CD pipelines to support build, test, and deployment. Automate containerisation workflows and orchestration with OpenShift. Integrate automated testing and quality gates into pipelines to improve release readiness. Implement secure, compliant automation including SAST/DAST, dependency scanning, and artifact signing. Automate infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, Helm). Ensure observability by integrating monitoring/logging solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk). Collaborate with dev squads to onboard applications into standardised pipelines and templates. Essential Skills Strong background with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, ArgoCD, Tekton). Advanced Scripting skills (Python, Bash, Groovy, PowerShell). Expertise with Docker/Podman and deployment automation on OpenShift. Proven experience delivering IaC solutions. Solid understanding of secure DevOps practices and compliance frameworks. Track record of enabling shift-left testing and reducing cycle times. Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will have a valid UK SC Clearance prior to a start.
Oct 03, 2025
Contractor
We are looking for an experienced Security Cleared (SC) DevOps Automation Engineer to help drive the next stage of automation maturity across build, test, and release pipelines. This role is critical to enabling development teams to test earlier, accelerate release cycles, and ensure consistency and compliance across environments. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and optimise CI/CD pipelines to support build, test, and deployment. Automate containerisation workflows and orchestration with OpenShift. Integrate automated testing and quality gates into pipelines to improve release readiness. Implement secure, compliant automation including SAST/DAST, dependency scanning, and artifact signing. Automate infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, Helm). Ensure observability by integrating monitoring/logging solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk). Collaborate with dev squads to onboard applications into standardised pipelines and templates. Essential Skills Strong background with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, ArgoCD, Tekton). Advanced Scripting skills (Python, Bash, Groovy, PowerShell). Expertise with Docker/Podman and deployment automation on OpenShift. Proven experience delivering IaC solutions. Solid understanding of secure DevOps practices and compliance frameworks. Track record of enabling shift-left testing and reducing cycle times. Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will have a valid UK SC Clearance prior to a start.
LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
Sheffield, Yorkshire
GCP Cloud Engineer 2 Month contract initially Based: Hybrid/Sheffield or Birmingham or Edinburgh (Max 3 days p/w onsite) Rate: £Market rates p/d (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We a great opportunity for a GCP Cloud Engineer to join the team. We have an excellent opportunity for a seasoned GCP Cloud Engineer to aid in the development of services on Public Cloud Platforms. Utilise your Cloud Engineering expertise and DevOps skills across GCP to deploy and configure robust Back End services, automate infrastructure, and employ CSP native services. This role offers the chance to work on impactful systems within a secure, high-availability setting at a leading global financial institution. Key Responsibilities: * Deploying, configuring and securing Back End REST API services using CSP native services. * Deploying, configuring and securing containerised application runtimes using Infrastructure as Code. * Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines in collaboration with DevOps and Security teams, focusing on traceability and regulatory controls. * Managing, monitoring, and optimising cloud infrastructure across GCP, ensuring performance, resilience, cost-efficiency, and data security. * Collaborating closely with infrastructure, architecture, and cybersecurity teams to meet internal risk, compliance, and governance requirements. * Supporting live systems, conducting root cause analysis, fixing bugs and implementing solutions for incidents and performance bottlenecks. Key Skills & Experience: * A background in Cloud Engineering with infrastructure experience. * Over 5 years of development experience, focusing on large-scale, distributed systems. * Hands-on experience with GCP, including CSP native services, networking, IAM, databases (PostgreSQL) and cost optimization. Experience with other cloud providers such as AWS is advantageous. * Proven experience with DevOps practices, including Infrastructure as Code (eg, Terraform), CI/CD tools (eg, Jenkins, GitLab CI), and containerization. * A strong understanding of security principles in cloud and enterprise systems. * Familiarity with audit and compliance considerations in regulated industries, particularly finance or banking. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively to diverse audiences. * A successful track record of delivering complex projects and/or programmes, using appropriate techniques and tools to ensure and measure success. Essential Skills * Demonstrable experience of: o Public Cloud. o Infrastructure build and configurations for services including Compute, Storage, Networking. o Linux. o Relational and NoSQL databases. o Integration services such as messaging and streams. o Building RESTful API Services. o Containerisation, Kubernetes, serverless functions. o Microservices and distributed tracing. o Enterprise logging, monitoring, and alerting frameworks (eg, ELK, Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana). o Automation Scripting (using languages such as Terraform, Ansible etc.). * Experience with Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Delivery (CD) and continuous testing tools. * Experience working within an Agile environment. * A good understanding of cryptography (authentication, data encryption). * The ability to quickly acquire new skills and tools. * Good non-functional testing experience. This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Oct 01, 2025
Contractor
GCP Cloud Engineer 2 Month contract initially Based: Hybrid/Sheffield or Birmingham or Edinburgh (Max 3 days p/w onsite) Rate: £Market rates p/d (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We a great opportunity for a GCP Cloud Engineer to join the team. We have an excellent opportunity for a seasoned GCP Cloud Engineer to aid in the development of services on Public Cloud Platforms. Utilise your Cloud Engineering expertise and DevOps skills across GCP to deploy and configure robust Back End services, automate infrastructure, and employ CSP native services. This role offers the chance to work on impactful systems within a secure, high-availability setting at a leading global financial institution. Key Responsibilities: * Deploying, configuring and securing Back End REST API services using CSP native services. * Deploying, configuring and securing containerised application runtimes using Infrastructure as Code. * Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines in collaboration with DevOps and Security teams, focusing on traceability and regulatory controls. * Managing, monitoring, and optimising cloud infrastructure across GCP, ensuring performance, resilience, cost-efficiency, and data security. * Collaborating closely with infrastructure, architecture, and cybersecurity teams to meet internal risk, compliance, and governance requirements. * Supporting live systems, conducting root cause analysis, fixing bugs and implementing solutions for incidents and performance bottlenecks. Key Skills & Experience: * A background in Cloud Engineering with infrastructure experience. * Over 5 years of development experience, focusing on large-scale, distributed systems. * Hands-on experience with GCP, including CSP native services, networking, IAM, databases (PostgreSQL) and cost optimization. Experience with other cloud providers such as AWS is advantageous. * Proven experience with DevOps practices, including Infrastructure as Code (eg, Terraform), CI/CD tools (eg, Jenkins, GitLab CI), and containerization. * A strong understanding of security principles in cloud and enterprise systems. * Familiarity with audit and compliance considerations in regulated industries, particularly finance or banking. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively to diverse audiences. * A successful track record of delivering complex projects and/or programmes, using appropriate techniques and tools to ensure and measure success. Essential Skills * Demonstrable experience of: o Public Cloud. o Infrastructure build and configurations for services including Compute, Storage, Networking. o Linux. o Relational and NoSQL databases. o Integration services such as messaging and streams. o Building RESTful API Services. o Containerisation, Kubernetes, serverless functions. o Microservices and distributed tracing. o Enterprise logging, monitoring, and alerting frameworks (eg, ELK, Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana). o Automation Scripting (using languages such as Terraform, Ansible etc.). * Experience with Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Delivery (CD) and continuous testing tools. * Experience working within an Agile environment. * A good understanding of cryptography (authentication, data encryption). * The ability to quickly acquire new skills and tools. * Good non-functional testing experience. This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
DevOps Engineer - Must have an Active DV Clearance We are seeking a talented DevOps Engineer to join a multi-skilled agile team where collaboration is key. This is a great opportunity to work alongside experts in security, service, and project management, delivering robust and secure application deployments. Key Responsibilities for DevOps Engineer Work closely with the Solution Lead to evaluate applications against the target operating environment. Lead integration activities and support initial security vulnerability analysis. Provide application deployment and integration services for selected 3rd party applications on thick-client devices. Deploy applications into the agreed target environment, integrating with other data sources and systems. Collaborate with technical and security specialists to ensure deployments meet accreditation standards. Required Skills for DevOps Engineer Strong experience in a DevOps environment with proven delivery of DevOps pipeline toolsets. Preferably experienced in agile, sprint-based life cycles. Skilled at deploying applications into Windows 10 environments. Experience with structured change, deployment, and release processes. This DevOps Engineer role offers the chance to work on high-impact projects within a supportive and skilled team. To apply, please send your CV by clicking the apply button.
Sep 26, 2025
Contractor
DevOps Engineer - Must have an Active DV Clearance We are seeking a talented DevOps Engineer to join a multi-skilled agile team where collaboration is key. This is a great opportunity to work alongside experts in security, service, and project management, delivering robust and secure application deployments. Key Responsibilities for DevOps Engineer Work closely with the Solution Lead to evaluate applications against the target operating environment. Lead integration activities and support initial security vulnerability analysis. Provide application deployment and integration services for selected 3rd party applications on thick-client devices. Deploy applications into the agreed target environment, integrating with other data sources and systems. Collaborate with technical and security specialists to ensure deployments meet accreditation standards. Required Skills for DevOps Engineer Strong experience in a DevOps environment with proven delivery of DevOps pipeline toolsets. Preferably experienced in agile, sprint-based life cycles. Skilled at deploying applications into Windows 10 environments. Experience with structured change, deployment, and release processes. This DevOps Engineer role offers the chance to work on high-impact projects within a supportive and skilled team. To apply, please send your CV by clicking the apply button.
Role: ServiceNow Developer Salary/Rate: £600-700 Location: hybrid multiple locations availableContract Duration: 12 months We are currently looking for a ServiceNow Developer for our government client. This ServiceNow Developer role is hybrid, based between 2 days per week on site and the remainder of the week working remotely. Office locations include most major towns, with London being a preference. The contract for the ServiceNow Developer position is for 12-months with potential to extend, operating inside IR35. Security Clearance: Security Check ("SC Clearance") This role is inside IR35 - Due to the service of the role, it will now be based on an Umbrella solution. Essential experience required: ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA) certification or equivalent experience. Proficient in scripting (JavaScript, Glide API), platform configuration, and integration methods (REST/SOAP). Demonstrable recent, practical development experience , not just solution design or consultancy oversight. Strong ITSM development experience (e.g., incident, change, problem, catalogue, workflows, scripting) Event Management (ITOM) or Scoped application development Delivered customisation, scripting, integrations, and technical problem-solving directly , rather than relying on managed suppliers Provide specific technical examples of what you have built and how Delivered features in a fast-paced Agile or DevOps environment. Familiarity with platform upgrade processes and maintenance of development standards. Collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to contribute to solution design sessions and peer reviews. Desirable: ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD) or relevant module-specific certifications (e.g., ITSM, ITOM) are a plus. Relevant qualifications in ITIL or Agile methodologies. Customer Service Management (CSM) / Application Portfolio Management (APM) / Security Incident Response (SIR) experience Previous delivery experience with integrations such as GitHub, or Entra ID. Understanding of security and governance requirements in public sector IT environments. Job Role / Responsibilities: Design, develop, and configure ServiceNow applications, workflows, and integrations across ITSM, ITOM, CSM, and custom modules. Deliver assigned features aligned to roadmap priorities, such as: Yokohama upgrade readiness / Service Catalogue optimisation / Automation engine integrations / APM and CSM rollout Build integrations using REST/SOAP APIs, mid-servers, IntegrationHub, and custom connectors. Contribute to upgrade execution, clone analysis, and post-upgrade validation. Participate in Agile delivery processes including backlog grooming, sprint planning, and retrospectives. Conduct peer reviews and participate in Three Amigos sessions to ensure technical quality and user alignment. Work with system administrators and support teams to resolve technically complex incidents and platform issues. Produce and maintain technical documentation, supporting handover to internal teams or other contractors as needed. If you are interested in the above role, please click Apply Now and send a CV for quick review. As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, Circle and our Client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Our client is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, they guarantee to interview all veterans, spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where they have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses, partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, theywill interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify, please notify us on igs at circlerecruitment dot com. We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your guaranteed interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process, if there is a better way for us to communicate, please do let us know. Developer, Programmer, Engineer, ServiceNow, ITSM, Service Now, Service-Now, JavaScript, Security Check, Sc Level, Sc Cleared, Sc Clearance, Security Cleared, Security Clearance, Security Vetting Clearance, Active SC, SC Vetted, Cleared To A High Government Standard, Dv Cleared, Dv Clearance, Dv Check, Developed Vetted, Developed Vetting, Dv Strap, Active DV, Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.
Sep 25, 2025
Full time
Role: ServiceNow Developer Salary/Rate: £600-700 Location: hybrid multiple locations availableContract Duration: 12 months We are currently looking for a ServiceNow Developer for our government client. This ServiceNow Developer role is hybrid, based between 2 days per week on site and the remainder of the week working remotely. Office locations include most major towns, with London being a preference. The contract for the ServiceNow Developer position is for 12-months with potential to extend, operating inside IR35. Security Clearance: Security Check ("SC Clearance") This role is inside IR35 - Due to the service of the role, it will now be based on an Umbrella solution. Essential experience required: ServiceNow Certified System Administrator (CSA) certification or equivalent experience. Proficient in scripting (JavaScript, Glide API), platform configuration, and integration methods (REST/SOAP). Demonstrable recent, practical development experience , not just solution design or consultancy oversight. Strong ITSM development experience (e.g., incident, change, problem, catalogue, workflows, scripting) Event Management (ITOM) or Scoped application development Delivered customisation, scripting, integrations, and technical problem-solving directly , rather than relying on managed suppliers Provide specific technical examples of what you have built and how Delivered features in a fast-paced Agile or DevOps environment. Familiarity with platform upgrade processes and maintenance of development standards. Collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to contribute to solution design sessions and peer reviews. Desirable: ServiceNow Certified Application Developer (CAD) or relevant module-specific certifications (e.g., ITSM, ITOM) are a plus. Relevant qualifications in ITIL or Agile methodologies. Customer Service Management (CSM) / Application Portfolio Management (APM) / Security Incident Response (SIR) experience Previous delivery experience with integrations such as GitHub, or Entra ID. Understanding of security and governance requirements in public sector IT environments. Job Role / Responsibilities: Design, develop, and configure ServiceNow applications, workflows, and integrations across ITSM, ITOM, CSM, and custom modules. Deliver assigned features aligned to roadmap priorities, such as: Yokohama upgrade readiness / Service Catalogue optimisation / Automation engine integrations / APM and CSM rollout Build integrations using REST/SOAP APIs, mid-servers, IntegrationHub, and custom connectors. Contribute to upgrade execution, clone analysis, and post-upgrade validation. Participate in Agile delivery processes including backlog grooming, sprint planning, and retrospectives. Conduct peer reviews and participate in Three Amigos sessions to ensure technical quality and user alignment. Work with system administrators and support teams to resolve technically complex incidents and platform issues. Produce and maintain technical documentation, supporting handover to internal teams or other contractors as needed. If you are interested in the above role, please click Apply Now and send a CV for quick review. As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, Circle and our Client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Our client is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, they guarantee to interview all veterans, spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where they have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses, partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, theywill interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify, please notify us on igs at circlerecruitment dot com. We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your guaranteed interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process, if there is a better way for us to communicate, please do let us know. Developer, Programmer, Engineer, ServiceNow, ITSM, Service Now, Service-Now, JavaScript, Security Check, Sc Level, Sc Cleared, Sc Clearance, Security Cleared, Security Clearance, Security Vetting Clearance, Active SC, SC Vetted, Cleared To A High Government Standard, Dv Cleared, Dv Clearance, Dv Check, Developed Vetted, Developed Vetting, Dv Strap, Active DV, Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.
Job Title: Deputy Head of Engineering Day Rate: Circa £650+ per day, inside ir35 Clearance Required: DV Clearance (Developed Vetting) Location: Milton Keynes OR Glasgow, 3 days per week. Duration: 6 Months We are seeking an experienced Deputy Head of Engineering to support the Head of Engineering in driving the strategic direction, operational excellence, and continuous improvement of the Platform Engineering Team .This is a key leadership role helping to shape and deliver the digital transformation goals of a major UK Government department. You will oversee engineering operations, resource planning , and the delivery of key initiatives , while fostering a culture of technical excellence, DevOps practices, and collaboration across teams. Key Responsibilities Support the Head of Engineering in setting the strategic direction for the Platform Engineering Team. Oversee day-to-day engineering operations and resource planning to ensure successful delivery of key projects. Lead governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Champion DevOps culture, automation, and continuous improvement. Skills & Experience Broad technical knowledge across cloud, infrastructure, security, and automation . Hands-on experience with Azure , Intune , Entra , PKI , and containerisation technologies. Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high-profile digital transformation programme , shaping engineering practices and delivering secure, cutting-edge platforms for government services. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Deputy Head of Engineering Day Rate: Circa £650+ per day, inside ir35 Clearance Required: DV Clearance (Developed Vetting) Location: Milton Keynes OR Glasgow, 3 days per week. Duration: 6 Months We are seeking an experienced Deputy Head of Engineering to support the Head of Engineering in driving the strategic direction, operational excellence, and continuous improvement of the Platform Engineering Team .This is a key leadership role helping to shape and deliver the digital transformation goals of a major UK Government department. You will oversee engineering operations, resource planning , and the delivery of key initiatives , while fostering a culture of technical excellence, DevOps practices, and collaboration across teams. Key Responsibilities Support the Head of Engineering in setting the strategic direction for the Platform Engineering Team. Oversee day-to-day engineering operations and resource planning to ensure successful delivery of key projects. Lead governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Champion DevOps culture, automation, and continuous improvement. Skills & Experience Broad technical knowledge across cloud, infrastructure, security, and automation . Hands-on experience with Azure , Intune , Entra , PKI , and containerisation technologies. Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high-profile digital transformation programme , shaping engineering practices and delivering secure, cutting-edge platforms for government services. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
