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DV Cleared Cloud Engineer Outside IR Month Contract South West Hybrid 550 Per Day We are seeking an experienced DV Cleared Cloud Engineer to support critical, high-availability systems within secure government environments. This is an exciting opportunity to work across cloud and on-prem infrastructure, improving reliability, observability, automation, and delivery pipelines. Key Responsibilities Improve system reliability, performance, and scalability Collaborate with development and support teams Enhance monitoring, observability, and alerting capabilities Automate operational processes and reduce manual toil Support CI/CD pipelines and development environments Identify and mitigate reliability and availability risks Essential Skills & Experience Terraform and configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, etc.) Docker and container orchestration (Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker Swarm) CI/CD tooling such as Jenkins Monitoring tools including Prometheus, Grafana, or InfluxDB Linux administration and shell scripting AWS services (EC2, RDS, S3, Lambda) SQL and relational databases Messaging technologies such as RabbitMQ Desirable Skills Java, Go, or Python development experience Azure experience Service management environment experience Knowledge of observability best practices and availability metrics Experience with secure or cross-domain environments If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Data Engineer (SC Cleared) Location: London (1 day per week onsite) Rate: £565 per day ( Inside IR35 ) Contract Length: 12 months Clearance: Active SC required Additional Requirement: Must have 5 years unbroken UK residency The Opportunity We are recruiting for an experienced Data Engineer to support delivery on a long-term, high-impact programme within a secure environment. This role is ideal for someone with strong Back End engineering and data pipeline experience, combined with modern Java-based development skills. You will play a key role in designing, building, and optimising scalable data solutions that support critical business and operational outcomes. Key Responsibilities Design, build and maintain scalable data pipelines and data services Develop Back End components using Java and Spring Boot Work with Docker to containerise applications and support deployment Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver robust data solutions Ensure high data quality, performance, and reliability across systems Support integration of data from multiple sources into unified platforms Core Skills & Experience (Required) Strong experience with Java development Proven expertise with Spring Boot frameworks Hands-on experience with Docker/containerisation Experience working as a Data Engineer within complex environments Solid experience with SQL and data modelling concepts Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Nice to Have Skills Experience with data pipeline tools (Airflow, Kafka, Spark) Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP) Familiarity with relational and NoSQL databases Additional programming experience (Python, Scala) Essential Requirements Active SC Clearance (must be valid) 5 years continuous UK residency Ability to attend London office 1 day per week Why Apply? Competitive £565 per day (Inside IR35) Long-term 12-month contract with stability Opportunity to work on a secure, high-profile programme Collaborative, engineering-focused environment 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.

Network Architect (SC Cleared) Location: Remote Duration: 6 months Contract + Extension Rate: £50.00 to £70.00 per hour (Inside IR35) Security: Active SC Clearance Required A major global IT systems integrator is seeking an experienced Network Architect to support a high-profile, secure public sector transition project. In this role, you will act as the key design authority, translating complex client requirements into robust, high-quality network infrastructure. This is highly collaborative, where you will bridge the gap between initial concepts and technical execution. Key Responsibilities Author and deliver comprehensive High-Level Design (HLD) and Low-Level Design (LLD) documentation, guiding them through internal and stakeholder approval processes. Lead network projects from a design perspective, ensuring all technical deliverables are met with precision. Work closely with Network Engineers and the wider infrastructure team to coordinate the successful deployment of your designs. Provide technical leadership, assist team members with architectural issues, and help compile hardware Bills of Materials (BoM). Essential Skills Network Design: Proven track record in architecture and design delivery for enterprise routing, switching, and Firewalls. Core Certification: Minimum CCNP level (or equivalent) across major enterprise networking vendors. Firewall Expertise: Hands-on design experience with next-generation Firewall platforms (eg, Palo Alto, Fortinet, or Checkpoint). Technical Documentation: Extensive experience producing high-quality architectural designs, blueprints, and implementation plans for large-scale environments Desirable Skills Exposure to cloud technologies (AWS, MS Azure, or Hybrid Cloud environments). Experience with modern Software-Defined Networking (SDN) or Data Centre fabric overlays. Due to the secure nature of this account, candidates must hold active SC clearance Remote | 6 months Contract + Extension | £50.00 to £70.00 per hour Inside IR35 If this seems of interest to you then please apply directly to the AD or send your CV to (see below) Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

VMWare Infrastructure Engineer - NSX - SC/DV Cleared - £610 inside IR35 - Hybrid One of our government clients is looking for an experienced VMware Infrastructure Engineer to join them for a 6 month contract. They are offering £610 per day INSIDE IR35. Our client is b ased 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. During this role, you will use resources to support various tiered systems within the VMWare skills and technology space. You will support a wider team of skilled technicians supporting various Government platforms and services. You will support BAU and Project deliverables where required. You will need to skilled in various Broadcom technologies which form part of the current platform, work alongside the current team, support various services, skills needed include familiarity with: ESXI HA configuration vCenter vSan VCF NSX VMware Aria You will support existing services and as part of their role build in new services as part of project work. Familiarity with migrating to the Public Cloud or work experience in this space would be an advantage. You will need to have suitable experience and depth of working knowledge in the relevant technologies. Below certifications will support the applicant: VCP-DCV - Essential VCAP - Desirable NSX - Essential On-Call Element A flat fee is payable for completing a 12 hour weekday shift (7pm - 7am) or 24 hour weekend or bank holiday shift (7.00am - 7.00am) whether the individual is called upon or not. 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.

DV Cleared Cloud Engineer | Outside IR Month Contract | South West | Hybrid | £550 Per Day We are seeking an experienced DV Cleared Cloud Engineer to support critical, high-availability systems within secure government environments. This is an exciting opportunity to work across cloud and on-prem infrastructure, improving reliability, observability, automation, and delivery pipelines. Key Responsibilities Improve system reliability, performance, and scalability Collaborate with development and support teams Enhance monitoring, observability, and alerting capabilities Automate operational processes and reduce manual toil Support CI/CD pipelines and development environments Identify and mitigate reliability and availability risks Essential Skills & Experience Terraform and configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, etc.) Docker and container orchestration (Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker Swarm) CI/CD tooling such as Jenkins Monitoring tools including Prometheus, Grafana, or InfluxDB Linux administration and Shell Scripting AWS services (EC2, RDS, S3, Lambda) SQL and relational databases Messaging technologies such as RabbitMQ Desirable Skills Java, Go, or Python development experience Azure experience Service management environment experience Knowledge of observability best practices and availability metrics Experience with secure or cross-domain environments If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Sales Engineer Location: Remote (UK-based) with travel to customer sites Salary: circa £95k - £120k % bonus + car allowance + extensive benefits package Clearance Requirement: SC Cleared Our client is at the forefront of digital transformation, supporting the world s most essential organisations through their most complex digital challenges. By providing visibility and insight at an unparalleled scale they help clients solve problems faster, secure what matters, and drive continuous innovation across their digital ecosystems. We are now seeking a Sales Engineer to support the growth of UK public sector accounts. This is a remote, client-facing role for a highly technical and experienced presales professional with a strong MoD/Government/Public Sector background and current SC clearance. Key Requirements Essential skills and experience: 10+ years experience in IT, with at least 3 years in presales, network engineering, or technical support. Demonstrable success supporting UK Government or public sector clients Ability to translate technical challenges into clear commercial value Strong expertise in: Cisco routing, switching, gateways, and applications TCP/IP, SNMP, Netflow, VoIP LAN/WAN topologies (MPLS, Frame Relay, ATM) Security concepts and network infrastructure design Network performance and fault/alert management Solid understanding of: Operating systems Linux, Windows Cloud and virtualisation technologies SDN/NFV, Public/Private Cloud Performance tools HP/OV, Tivoli, EMC SMARTS, ArcSight Relevant certifications CCNP or CCIE or Juniper Equivalent Formal presales training (e.g. Sandler, Siebel, Afterburner) Excellent communication and presentation skills verbal, written, and visual Desirable qualifications: Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent technical military training Knowledge of products such as Arbor, Radwhere, Riverbed, A10, ExtraHop Exposure to security analytics tools and techniques, such as log analysis, anomaly detection, or traffic monitoring, with an interest in developing stronger skills. Understanding of full packet capture and analysis concepts, or hands-on experience with tools like Wireshark, Zeek, or similar platforms. Awareness of cybersecurity frameworks and best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001) and how they apply to network assurance. Role & Responsibilities As a Sales Engineer, you will play a vital role in driving revenue by delivering technical presales support, demonstrating product value, and shaping best-fit solutions. Reporting to the Regional Sales Director, you will act as a trusted advisor for public sector clients and internal stakeholders. Responsibilities include: Leading technical discovery and supporting the full sales cycle Creating and delivering high-impact demos and presentations Differentiating solutions from competitors using compelling value stories Acting as a technical expert across integrators, service providers, and Government Contributing to technical documentation, RFPs, and whitepapers Mentoring Sales Engineers, attending client meetings alongside them Building strong customer relationships and identifying upsell opportunities Representing customer needs internally and advocating for technical alignment as well as participating in industry events, speaking engagements, and strategic initiatives Remote Working: Officially home-based Must be comfortable with regular travel for: Client meetings 3-4 days per week

Technical Pre-Sales Consultant - Cyber Security & Defence Southern UK / Home-Based with Customer Site Travel 90,000 - 120,000 + Excellent Benefits Applause IT are recruiting for a Technical Pre-Sales Consultant to join a specialist cyber security and secure information exchange technology organisation delivering solutions across defence, government and critical national infrastructure environments. This is a highly customer-facing technical consultancy role focused on supporting business development, solution design and secure technology programmes within complex cyber security environments. The successful candidate will act as a trusted technical advisor, working closely with customers, Government Contractor Primes, solution architects and internal engineering teams to shape secure technical solutions, define requirements and support future programme growth. This role would suit an experienced Technical Consultant, Solutions Architect, Pre-Sales Consultant or Cyber Security Consultant with strong stakeholder engagement skills and experience within secure government, defence or cyber security environments. The Role Engage directly with customers, SROs, solution architects and key technical stakeholders Support technical pre-sales activities across secure cyber security programmes Capture business and technical requirements and contribute towards bids, proposals and solution designs Design high-level solution architectures and technical specifications Support interoperability, integration and secure technology delivery programmes Provide technical guidance across Nexor products, services and security solutions Work closely with engineering and product teams to shape customer solutions Support accreditation and information assurance activities within secure environments Build strong relationships with customers, primes and industry stakeholders Contribute towards market intelligence, competitor analysis and customer feedback Support customer presentations, technical workshops and business development activities Skills & Experience Required Previous experience within Technical Pre-Sales, Solution Architecture, Technical Consultancy or Cyber Security Consultancy roles Strong customer-facing and stakeholder engagement skills Experience designing solution architectures and translating requirements into technical solutions Good understanding of Cyber Security, secure systems and ICT technologies Knowledge of networking technologies including VLANs, subnetting and fibre networks Experience with cloud infrastructure technologies across public and private cloud environments Experience supporting bids, proposals and technical solution development Understanding of security standards, information assurance and accreditation activities Strong written, verbal and presentation skills Experience working within Agile environments Highly Desirable MOD, defence, government or security-cleared environment experience SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain clearance Experience working with Government Contractor Primes Knowledge of secure interoperability or information exchange technologies Cyber security architecture or secure systems integration experience What's in it for you? Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cyber security and defence programmes Highly collaborative technical environment Customer-facing strategic consultancy role Home-based flexibility with varied customer engagement Long-term career progression within a growing secure technology business This is an excellent opportunity for a technically credible consultant who enjoys customer engagement, solution design and working within complex secure environments. If this role sounds like a strong fit for your background, click APPLY NOW for immediate consideration. Technical Pre-Sales Consultant - Cyber Security & Defence - Southern UK / Home-Based with Customer Site Travel - 90,000 - 120,000 + Excellent Benefits

Azure Cloud Engineer / Platform Engineer x4 SC Cleared UK Wide 45,000 - 65,000 + perm benefits Successful applications will need to hold current SC Clearance We are seeking experienced Cloud Engineers to join a collaborative platform engineering team delivering secure, scalable cloud services to UK-based customers. These roles blends hands-on project delivery with ongoing platform development, offering the opportunity to deepen your expertise in cloud, DevOps, and infrastructure automation. You will work in a supportive, agile environment alongside skilled engineers focused on building reliable, modern cloud platforms. Key responsibilities Design, build, and maintain cloud platforms with a strong emphasis on automation, reuse, standardisation, and blueprints Take a code-first approach, reducing reliance on manual configuration Deliver cloud engineering outcomes through agile-style sprints, aligned to customer needs Contribute to both project delivery and foundational platform improvement Collaborate closely with other engineers to continuously improve platform capability and reliability Maintain and enhance cloud environments in line with security and compliance requirements Actively develop your technical skills through training, certifications, and hands-on experience Skills and experience Proven experience in cloud or platform engineering roles Strong hands-on experience with Azure Experience using Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g. Terraform) Proficiency with version control systems such as GitHub Experience building or maintaining CI/CD pipelines Practical knowledge of Kubernetes and container-based platforms Familiarity with configuration management tools such as Ansible Experience working in Agile delivery environments Background in infrastructure and networking (desirable but not essential)

SC Cleared/Clearable Siebel Developer - 6 months+ - (Apply online only)pd Inside IR35 DOE- Surrey Role Responsibilities You will play a hands-on role in the design, development and support of a bespoke Siebel CRM implementation. Responsibilities include: Enhancing and maintaining Siebel applications within a secure, high-availability environment Designing and implementing solutions aligned to established engineering standards and best practice Configuring Siebel components using Siebel Tools Developing and maintaining Siebel eScript and workflows Supporting integration across systems using Siebel EAI and EIM Working with Oracle databases to support application functionality and performance Contributing to troubleshooting and resolution of complex technical issues Collaborating with wider engineering and delivery teams to ensure stable and effective releases Required Skills and Experience Strong experience with Siebel CRM development (ideally Siebel 2017 or later) Proven capability in: Siebel Tools configuration Siebel eScript development Workflow design and development Enterprise Application Integration (EAI) Data migration using EIM Solid working knowledge of Oracle SQL Experience working in secure or regulated environments Ability to analyse problems and deliver practical, maintainable solutions Desirable Experience Exposure to Oracle Cloud environments Oracle SQL Server Experience integrating Siebel with modern cloud-based platforms Background in government, defence, or similarly secure programmes Security & Eligibility Requirements Hold a valid UK passport Have recent experience working in a cleared environment Meet standard residency and clearance continuity requirements SC Cleared/Clearable Siebel Developer - 6 months+ - (Apply online only)pd Inside IR35 DOE- Surrey This temporary contract is inside IR35 and will require working under the direction of the client delivery manager as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will follow established delivery processes and working practices This temporary contract is the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting at SC/DV level. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, reserved post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have, or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance List of national security vetting clearance levels with guidance on who requires clearance and what checks are completed. Damia Group 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 our Data Protection Policy which can be found on our website. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job. Should the role require the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, Reserved Post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003.

Join Our Client as an SC Cleared DSR Chief Software Engineer & Team Leader Location: Milton Keynes typically 2 days per week with some travel to London Salary: £100,000 + 25%-30% bonus Active SC Clearance required Are you a seasoned software engineering professional with a passion for leading innovative solutions in the public sector? Our client, a reputable organisation supporting UK Government departments, is seeking a proactive and strategic Chief Software & Systems Engineer to oversee critical digital record and sensitivity review programmes. What you'll be doing: Leading the delivery and evolution of Digital Records & Archive Management (DRAM) and Digital Sensitivity Review (DSR) systems. Managing and maintaining system architecture, ensuring security, compliance, and operational integrity. Overseeing a talented team of Software and Secure Cloud Engineers, fostering efficiency and continuous improvement. Collaborating with project teams, partners, and stakeholders to deliver secure, robust, and user-friendly solutions. Developing strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with government security standards. Supporting multiple projects, managing budgets, and ensuring timely delivery. Ensuring systems meet legislative and security requirements. What you'll bring: Extensive knowledge of software engineering principles, especially within secure, on-premise, and cloud environments. Proven leadership skills to manage and motivate technical teams. Strong project management capabilities across multiple initiatives. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. Strategic thinker with a focus on security, compliance, and innovation. Familiarity with industry trends such as AI, Machine Learning, and cloud technologies Experience of Managing cloud services (eg, AWS, Azure, GCP). Experience overseeing integration, and end-to-end tests using tools such as Junit, Test Containers, Vitetest and StoryBook. Expertise in developing and deploying onto a Windows and Linux environment. Desirable skills: Experience with data science, analytics, and AI solutions. Knowledge of secure private/public cloud platforms, virtualisation, and containerisation. Background working within the public sector or government agencies. Join a forward-thinking organisation committed to innovation, security, and public service excellence. We look forward to hearing from you! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Job Title: Cloud Digital Product Manager (SC CLEARED) Location: Exeter (hybrid - 3 days per week) Salary/Rate: (Apply online only) per day inside IR35 Start Date: May Job Type: Initial 10 month contract CANDIDATES MUST HOLD AN ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Cloud Digital Product Manager to join their team in Exeter on a hybrid basis. Job Responsibilities/Objectives We're looking for an experienced Product Manager to help shape and improve the internal platforms that our developers, scientists and service teams rely on every day. You'll join Platform Technology - a part of the organisation responsible for shared, cross-cutting capabilities such as developer tools, APIs, data pipelines and infrastructure services. Your job is to make these platforms reliable, discoverable and enabling: reducing delivery friction, improving user experience, and helping downstream service teams ship faster and more safely. Support the development of a business case to invest in service enhancements and engagements with third party suppliers Own the roadmap and backlog for one or more shared technology platforms and deliver to the agreed product vision Work with engineers, architects and delivery teams to deliver incremental improvements that make platforms easier to use and maintain Understand internal users - from developers to operations staff - and translate their needs into clear priorities Investigate the development of measurable service outcomes (adoption, usability, performance) and use data to track progress Balance short-term reliability with long-term sustainability and compliance Facilitate collaboration across technical and non-technical stakeholders; communicate trade-offs transparently Champion product-led and user informed, iterative ways of working in a complex, legacy / brownfield environment Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Proven experience managing developer infrastructure products and associated cloud technologies e.g. AWS, Azure, shared services Successfully managed commercial services and bought in services Ability to apply and adapt Agile and Lean practices in the context of an engineering focused team Strong understanding of user-centred product development, championing the use of user centered design even when the users are other engineers Skilled at prioritising by outcome - e.g. using impact vs. effort or cost-of-delay approaches Confident working with cross-disciplinary teams and senior technical stakeholders Comfortable operating in environments with legacy systems, competing priorities and incomplete information Excellent communicator, can translate complex technical issues into clear decisions and trade-offs You?ll Thrive Here If You? Care about helping others deliver value - "product thinking for platforms" Believe in outcomes over output and in learning through iteration Value sustainability over speed, preferring well-designed, reliable systems to quick fixes Enjoy bringing structure and clarity to technically challenging, interdependent environments Are collaborative, pragmatic and curious - a steady hand in a complex system Measures of Success (6-12 Months) Renewal of Cloud technology contracts and supporting services Clear, agreed roadmap for your platform area Well defined and prioritised backlog supporting the roadmap and operational needs Measurable improvement in adoption or usability for key internal users Positive feedback from engineering and architecture stakeholders Introduction of at least one lightweight product practice improving visibility, flow or learning If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.

Cloud Engineer / Platform Engineer x4 SC Cleared UK Wide 55,000 - 90,000 + perm benefits Successful applications will need to hold current SC Clearance We are seeking experienced Cloud Engineers to join a collaborative platform engineering team delivering secure, scalable cloud services to UK-based customers. These roles blends hands-on project delivery with ongoing platform development, offering the opportunity to deepen your expertise in cloud, DevOps, and infrastructure automation. You will work in a supportive, agile environment alongside skilled engineers focused on building reliable, modern cloud platforms. Key responsibilities Design, build, and maintain cloud platforms with a strong emphasis on automation, reuse, standardisation, and blueprints Take a code-first approach, reducing reliance on manual configuration Deliver cloud engineering outcomes through agile-style sprints, aligned to customer needs Contribute to both project delivery and foundational platform improvement Collaborate closely with other engineers to continuously improve platform capability and reliability Maintain and enhance cloud environments in line with security and compliance requirements Actively develop your technical skills through training, certifications, and hands-on experience Skills and experience Proven experience in cloud or platform engineering roles Strong hands-on experience with Azure and/or AWS Experience using Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g. Terraform) Proficiency with version control systems such as GitHub Experience building or maintaining CI/CD pipelines Practical knowledge of Kubernetes and container-based platforms Familiarity with configuration management tools such as Ansible Experience working in Agile delivery environments Background in infrastructure and networking (desirable but not essential)

DV Cleared DevOps / Software Engineer - Contract 550- 600 per day Outside IR35 Condensed week available - work 3 long days, paid for 5 Active MOD DV Clearance required We are looking for an experienced DV Cleared DevOps / Software Engineer to join a high-impact technical environment. This role suits someone who thrives in modern DevOps ecosystems, enjoys building secure, scalable platforms, and wants the flexibility of a condensed working week . You will work across the full software delivery lifecycle , helping to design, build, automate, and maintain robust cloud-native and containerised platforms. Key Responsibilities Design, build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable software delivery Deploy and manage Kubernetes clusters and application platforms Collaborate with engineers to develop, test, and release software efficiently Implement automation and infrastructure as code Ensure systems remain secure, resilient, and scalable Deliver software fixes, upgrades, and performance improvements Contribute to workflow improvements and DevOps best practices Technical Skills (Must Have) CI/CD & Automation: GitLab CI, Terraform, Ansible, Helm Charts Scripting & APIs: Python, PowerShell, REST APIs Containerisation & Platforms: Kubernetes cluster build and application delivery Application Technologies: Apache NiFi, Elastic ECK, Artifactory Secrets Management: Hashicorp Vault Operating Systems: RedHat Linux and Windows Experience & Background Experience across the full software development lifecycle Strong understanding of automation and DevOps tooling Knowledge of secure software delivery practices Comfortable working with multiple programming / scripting languages Ability to collaborate across teams and support continuous improvement Key Details Contract Rate: 550- 600 per day Status: Outside IR35 Clearance: Active MOD DV clearance required Working Pattern: Option for condensed week (3 long days, paid for 5)

Role: DV-Cleared Cyber Security Analyst / SOC Analyst Salary/Rate: £540-640 per day inside IR35 Location: on site Corsham 5x pw Contract Duration: contract until April 2027 We are currently looking for a Cyber Security Analyst / SOC Analyst for our government client. This Cyber Security Analyst / SOC Analyst role is based fully on site, 5 days per week in Corsham, over 13-hour shifts spanning days and nights, including weekends, 4 on 5 off, then 5 on 4 off. There is no further flexibility with the on-site requirement or office location. Security Clearance: Developed Vetting (DV Clearance) + sole UK national + Sensitive Post Check (which can take 3 months) The contract for this Cyber Security Analyst / SOC Analyst position is until April 2027, with potential to extend, operating inside IR35. This role is inside IR35 - Due to the service of the role, it will now be based on an Umbrella solution. Essential Skills / Experience required: Industry standard SOC Security qualifications (SANS, ISC2, etc.) Proven Tier 2/3 SOC Analyst experience (2 years+) Perform triage of security events ; determine scope, priority and impact, and make recommendations that enable expeditious remediation. Demonstratable experience working with SIEM technology and SIEM engineering (including tool configuration) i.e. ArcSight within an enterprise SOC. Experience in creation of use-cases, analytics and playbooks . An understanding of cloud Conduct real-time management of security incidents from detection to resolution. Technical Knowledge within anti-virus, networking, vulnerability management, encryption, Microsoft technologies, Linux. Knowledge of Information Security standards , legislation and practices, including GDPR & Data Protection Act 2018. Experience in dealing with a wide range of Information Security matters and operating in an ITIL based environment. Strong problem-solving ability, with flexibility to think creatively and adapt to and implement rapidly changing systems and services. Incident management experience and an ability to quickly tailor responses to deal with fast-moving situations. Highly desirable: Degree level qualification; preferably in technical, engineering or computing subject. Lead experience but would take a Tier 2 Analyst. Defence experience Role / Responsibilities: Responsible for supporting information security delivery work, including the development and implementation of Information Security Policies, Standards, processes and guidance. Responsibility for the security of Digital infrastructure by proactively analysing security threats/challenges/risks to the environment, including conducting penetration testing and compliance reviews monitoring of Information Security and information management to ensure compliance including reviewing and monitoring system and network logs for malicious activity or unacceptable use. 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, they will 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. 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.

Your new role Responsible for the adoption and use of information and digital technology, you will be part of a team that is responsible for the effective operation, support, and maintenance of existing operational technology systems, including technology infrastructure (e.g. servers, databases, networks) and end-user devices (e.g. desktop PC's, smartphones, tablets). You will also be responsible for the network infrastructure, including the provision of telephony, local and national network access: all of which are required to deliver and support properly engineered IT services and products essential to meeting the needs of the company. What you'll need to succeed Essential Skills and knowledge: Cloud Networking Skills (AWS or Azure) HP / Aruba switches knowledge essential Fortinet / Firewalls / migration experience essential Routing/Switching and Firewall Expertise ITIL understanding Network technology and telephony expertise Must have proven experience and ability to: Manage and support a variety of network services technology Maintain standards for security of information Dealing and responding to complaints Must be able to be SC cleared What you'll get in return Lucrative Pension Package Generous Holiday Package Extensive Benefits Package 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)

AWS Cloud Engineer (SC Cleared) Andover (Hybrid) 6 Month Contract £450/day (Outside IR35) AWS Cloud Engineer needed with active SC Security Clearance and strong experience of AWS Cloud administration. 6 Month Contract based in Andover (Hybrid). Hybrid Working - 3 days/week remote (WFH), and 2 days/week working on-site in Andover . Paying up to £450/day (Outside IR35). A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation on a large-scale Government project. Start ASAP in May/June 2026. Key skills, experience + tasks will include: Administration of new AWS Cloud environment, plus administration of Nginx + Cloudflare. Using Ansible + Terraform to build mail systems. Migrating apps/sites to the new architecture in partnership with external suppliers. Linux Administration (RedHat, Ubuntu, CentOS). Windows Administration (Windows Server 2012/2019, AD, ADFS, Group Policy, DNS, Trusts). SQL Server / MySQL Administration (Availability Groups, TDE, Backup & Restore). SharePoint Admin, Cisco/Juniper Firewall Admin, Load Balancer Configuration (BigIP F5, HAProxy). Scripting using PowerShell, Bash, YAML, and Python. Email Support (Dovecot, Postfix, Spam Prevention, Mail Routing) Web Server Support (IIS, Apache, Tomcat). Public Cloud (AWS/Azure) + HSM Administration. Active SC Security Clearance is essential for this contract.

PRINCIPAL DEVOPS ENGINEER- SC CLEARED PRINCIPAL DEVOPS ENGINEER- Permanent opportunity for a Principal DevOps Engineer with SC Clearance. - Salary up to £105,000 DOE - Hybrid opportunity with Manchester based offices - To apply, please call Laura Jackson on , or email with an up-to-date CV. WHO ARE WE?We're hiring for DevOps Engineers at principal level to join a top consultancy delivering cutting-edge solutions for industry-leading Public Sector and 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 SC Clearance eligibility is required. THE PRINCIPAL DEVOPS ENGINEER- Active SC Clearance or SC Clearance eligibility - Manchester Based or ability to travel to Manchester.- Experience as in a Senior/ Principal DevOps/ Platform engineering role PRINCIPAL DEVOPS ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS- Strong Linux expertise (RHEL/CentOS) with experience supporting production systems- Git for version control and collaborative development (GitHub / GitLab)- AWS cloud infrastructure, ideally with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform- Kubernetes and container technologies (Docker) for modern platform environments- Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling (e.g. Jenkins, Bamboo)- Strong understanding of modern platform architecture, microservices and cloud-native systems- Good communication skills and ability to provide technical leadership. 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 SKILLSDEVOPS ENGINEER, DEVOPS, SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER, PLATFROM ENGINEER, PLATFROM, CLOUD, AWS, AWS CLOUD, AWS ENGINEER, ANSIBLE, TERRAFORM, CLOUD SUPPORT, CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE, DEFENCE, NATIONAL SECURITY, DV CLEARED, DV CLEARANCE, SECURITY CLEARED, SC CLEARANCE, NSD

SC Cleared Machine Learning Engineer - Contract Rate: Up to £620 per day (Inside IR35) Location: London or Manchester (1-2 days per week on-site) Contract: 6 months Clearance: Active SC required We're hiring an experienced SC-cleared Machine Learning Engineer to support the delivery of a high-profile central government programme. This role focuses on designing, building, and deploying scalable machine learning solutions to enable advanced analytics, automation, and decision-making across complex government systems. This is a hands-on engineering role, working closely with data scientists, analysts, architects, and product teams to productionise models, build data pipelines, and embed ML capabilities into live services. Key Requirements Active Security Clearance (SC) - must be current and transferable Proven experience as a Machine Learning Engineer within central government or regulated environments Strong programming skills in Python (eg Pandas, NumPy, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch) Experience building and deploying ML models into production environments Strong knowledge of cloud platforms, particularly: Azure (ML Studio, Azure ML, Data Factory, Synapse) Experience in AWS environments is beneficial Experience with MLOps practices and tools (CI/CD pipelines, model monitoring, versioning) Strong understanding of data engineering concepts (ETL pipelines, data lakes, feature engineering) Experience working with large-scale structured and unstructured datasets Knowledge of AI ethics, bias mitigation, and model governance Comfortable working in Agile, multidisciplinary teams Strong stakeholder communication skills Responsibilities Design, build, and deploy machine learning models to solve complex business problems Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines and feature engineering workflows Productionise data science models and integrate them into live services and platforms Implement MLOps best practices, including model versioning, monitoring, and CI/CD Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and architects to design end-to-end ML solutions Ensure models meet security, governance, and compliance requirements Optimise model performance, scalability, and reliability Document models, pipelines, and processes in line with government standards Contribute to continuous improvement and innovation across ML capabilities Working Pattern 1-2 days per week on-site in London or Manchester Remaining days remote, offering a flexible hybrid working model If you're an SC-cleared Machine Learning Engineer with strong experience in cloud platforms (Azure/AWS), production ML systems, and delivering data-driven solutions in complex environments, we'd like to hear from you. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

PRINCIPAL DEVOPS ENGINEER- SC CLEARED PRINCIPAL DEVOPS ENGINEER- Permanent opportunity for a Principal DevOps Engineer with SC Clearance. - Salary up to £105,000 DOE - Hybrid opportunity with Leeds based offices - To apply, please call Laura Jackson on , or email with an up-to-date CV. WHO ARE WE?We're hiring for DevOps Engineers at principal level to join a top consultancy delivering cutting-edge solutions for industry-leading Public Sector and 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 SC Clearance eligibility is required. THE PRINCIPAL DEVOPS ENGINEER- Active SC Clearance or SC Clearance eligibility - Leeds Based or ability to travel to Leeds.- Experience as in a Senior/ Principal DevOps/ Platform engineering role PRINCIPAL DEVOPS ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS- Strong Linux expertise (RHEL/CentOS) with experience supporting production systems- Git for version control and collaborative development (GitHub / GitLab)- AWS cloud infrastructure, ideally with Infrastructure as Code using Terraform- Kubernetes and container technologies (Docker) for modern platform environments- Experience working with CI/CD pipelines and automation tooling (e.g. Jenkins, Bamboo)- Strong understanding of modern platform architecture, microservices and cloud-native systems- Good communication skills and ability to provide technical leadership. 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 SKILLSDEVOPS ENGINEER, DEVOPS, SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER, PLATFROM ENGINEER, PLATFROM, CLOUD, AWS, AWS CLOUD, AWS ENGINEER, ANSIBLE, TERRAFORM, CLOUD SUPPORT, CLOUD INFRASTRUCTURE, DEFENCE, NATIONAL SECURITY, DV CLEARED, DV CLEARANCE, SECURITY CLEARED, SC CLEARANCE, NSD