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A leading global IT and secure technology consultancy is seeking multiple experienced SC Cleared Network Architects to support a major secure transformation programme delivering complex enterprise network solutions across high-profile environments. This is an opportunity to join a highly technical architecture team working on large-scale secure infrastructure projects involving enterprise networking, cloud, and next-generation Firewall technologies. The Role You will be responsible for designing and delivering secure network architectures across complex environments, producing high and low-level designs, and technically leading solution delivery across multiple workstreams. Key responsibilities include: Producing High-Level Designs (HLDs) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs) Designing secure enterprise network solutions across LAN, WAN, and Data Centre environments Working closely with wider architecture and engineering teams Leading technical delivery and supporting implementation activities Creating hardware Bills of Materials and technical documentation Providing technical leadership, mentoring, and stakeholder engagement Supporting secure cloud and hybrid infrastructure solutions Essential Experience Strong background as a Network Architect within secure or enterprise environments Proven experience delivering architecture on large-scale infrastructure or transformation programmes Strong expertise across: Switching & Routing Enterprise Firewalls Secure Network Design Data Centre Networking Experience producing enterprise-level HLDs and LLDs Experience with one or more of: Cisco Aruba Juniper Strong next-generation Firewall experience: Palo Alto Fortinet Checkpoint CCNP level certification or equivalent experience Active SC Clearance Highly Desirable Experience within Defence, Government, Secure Consultancy, or Critical National Infrastructure environments Cloud networking exposure across AWS or Azure Knowledge of NSX-T, VXLAN, Aruba Fabric Composer Experience acting as technical design authority on major programmes This is a fantastic opportunity to join a long-term secure programme working alongside some of the industry's strongest architecture teams on genuinely complex and high-impact projects.

Integration Lead - Secure Digital Platform 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - market rate Reading based - 5 days a week onsite Defence sector - need to be eligible for SC Clearance - current and active SC Cleared already is strongly preferred Role Description The Integration Lead is responsible for leading the technical design, development, and delivery of secure, scalable, and reusable foundational technology services within the Secure Digital Platform. The Integration Lead partners with Delivery Leads, product owners and architects, to lead and manage the technical implementation of platform capabilities and enterprise services to the roadmap planned for each platform. The Integration Lead acts as a hands-on technical leader and subject matter expert, ensuring engineering excellence, operational integrity, and alignment of delivery with enterprise architectural direction and business objectives. Key Responsibilities Provide delivery leadership across the Engineering, Agile team and Test teams to build and maintain reusable and secure platform services aligned with the organisation's technology strategy. Work with the Delivery leads to understand the roadmap of work Work closely with Product Owners / Architects to implement and test the capabilities within the platforms Drive high-quality software engineering practices across the team, including code reviews, test automation, CI/CD pipelines, performance monitoring, and observability. Ensure delivered solutions align with solution designs and security guardrails. Guide teams in the selection and use of modern tools, frameworks, and platforms that optimise development efficiency and operational effectiveness for delivery. Support the development and evolution of the Secure Digital Platform roadmap by identifying technical dependencies, enablers, and delivery risks. Partner with the wider Secure Digital Platform team to establish and enforce standards for infrastructure-as-code, API development, cloud-native services, and integration. Collaborate with cybersecurity, operations, and compliance teams to ensure secure design and adherence to internal and external policies. Act as a technical escalation point for complex engineering issues and support the Engineering, Agile and Test leads to develop and row technical capability within the teams. Contribute to the preparation of delivery-related artefacts such as technical documentation, support handovers, and implementation Runbook. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, experimentation, and feedback within engineering teams. Skills and Experience Essential 5+ years of experience in technical leadership roles within software engineering, infrastructure, or platform development teams Proven experience delivering secure, scalable technology services or platforms in complex enterprise environment Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), container orchestration, and infrastructure automation (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, test automation, and observability tooling Familiarity with platform and product-centric delivery models and agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, SAFe) Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical audiences Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make pragmatic decisions under ambiguity or time constraints Commitment to fostering engineering culture, mentoring others, and growing internal technical capability High ethical standards when handling confidential information Desirable Experience with platform engineering, internal developer platforms (IDPs), or technical enablement teams Experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., Aerospace & Defence, Finance, Critical Infrastructure) Exposure to secure coding practices, threat modelling, and secure-by-design approaches Experience leading hybrid delivery teams (e.g., internal and external/partner teams) Familiarity with ITSM and incident/problem/change/ management in an enterprise context Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

Role: SC Cleared DevOps Engineer Positions: 2-3 Location: London Hybrid (1/2 Days a week) Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 iO Associates are working with a Technical Consultancy who are looking for two to three SC cleared DevOps Engineers to join on a Permanent basis pre-November. This role is ideal for proactive engineers who thrive in automation, loves problem-solving, and mentoring others. Skills & Experience: Strong AWS or Azure expertise and DevOps practices Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) Configuration management and automation Observability tools (CloudWatch, ELK, Grafana) CI/CD pipeline design and management Scripting/programming skills (any language)

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.

NFT senior engineer 6 Month contract initially Based: Onsite in Wokingham Rate - £350 - £400 p/d via Umbrella 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 have a great opportunity for a number of NFT senior engineer on a long term program of work. Key Responsibilities: * Ensuring the performance and scalability of web applications, APIs, and other software systems under various workloads and stress conditions. * Identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks, such as slow response times, high resource utilization, and poor scalability, through performance testing, monitoring, and optimization. * Collaborating with development teams, architects, and project managers to establish performance testing strategies, requirements, and metrics. * Developing and maintaining automated performance test scripts, frameworks, and test data sets using tools such as NeoLoad, Loadrunner, JMeter, and other industry-standard tools. * Analysing test results, identifying performance issues, and recommending performance optimization solutions to project teams and stakeholders. * Providing guidance and mentoring to other team members on performance testing best practices, tools, and techniques. Key Skills & Experience: * Expertise in performance testing tools, including NeoLoad, Loadrunner and JMeter, with a proven track record of designing and executing load, stress, and endurance tests for web applications and APIs. * Proficiency in monitoring and analysis tools such as Dynatrace, with the ability to identify and troubleshoot performance bottlenecks in complex distributed systems. * Familiarity with cloud-based platforms like Azure or AWS, and containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, for deploying and scaling performance test environments. * Knowledge of industry best practices and performance optimization techniques for web technologies, including HTTP/HTTPS protocols, RESTful APIs, and caching mechanisms * programming skills in at least one Scripting language (eg, Python, Java, or Groovy) for customizing test scenarios and integrating with CI/CD pipelines. Desirable skills/knowledge/experience: * Hands on experience in service virtualization tools, ie Parasoft Virtualize, WireMock etc 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 an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

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)

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

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer experienced in NetDevOps to work a contract for our client until the end of March in one of several available sites, working 3 days per week on-site. This role is available preferably in Newcastle, but also in Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, or Blackpool. Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto Firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills Enterprise Networking Engineering Complex OSPF and BGP environments Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) Load balancing technologies (eg F5 BIG-IP: LTM/APM/ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (eg Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (eg GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge Proven track record as a Network/Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments Nice to Have Aruba Central/ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN/WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising Legacy network environments If you feel you have the skills and experience needed for this role; please do apply now. By applying for this job and submitting your CV to Parker Shaw, you acknowledge and give permission for us to pass it to an associate company for resourcing purposes. We outsource some of our resourcing calls to a trusted third-party company and they may call you to discuss this opportunity with you. They will then report back to us with the outcome of their conversation with you, where upon we will decide whether to submit your CV to the end client. Please be assured that the third-party company do not store or control any of your data, this is all done by ourselves (Parker Shaw).

SC Cleared Data Ethicist - 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 Data Ethicist to support the delivery of a high-profile central government data and AI programme. This role focuses on ensuring ethical, responsible, and transparent use of data and AI technologies, balancing innovation with public trust, compliance, and societal impact. This is a hands-on advisory and governance role, working closely with data scientists, engineers, architects, policy teams, and senior stakeholders to embed ethical principles into data-driven services and decision-making processes. Key Requirements Active Security Clearance (SC) - must be current and transferable Proven experience as a Data Ethicist or in responsible AI/data ethics roles within central government or regulated environments Strong understanding of ethical frameworks for data and AI (eg fairness, accountability, transparency, explainability) Experience applying ethical principles to AI/ML models and data-driven products Knowledge of UK regulatory and ethical standards (eg GDPR, ICO guidance, AI assurance frameworks) Familiarity with bias detection, mitigation, and fairness evaluation techniques Experience working with data governance, risk, and compliance teams Understanding of cloud-based data and AI platforms (Azure/AWS) Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, including ability to challenge constructively Experience working in Agile, multidisciplinary teams Responsibilities Define and implement data ethics and responsible AI frameworks aligned to government standards Assess ethical risks in data use, analytics, and machine learning models Provide guidance on fairness, bias mitigation, transparency, and explainability Review and challenge data-driven solutions to ensure ethical compliance and public trust Collaborate with delivery teams to embed ethics into design, development, and deployment processes Support the development of ethical impact assessments and governance controls Work with legal, policy, and technical teams to ensure regulatory alignment Contribute to documentation, standards, and audit readiness Promote a culture of ethical data use across teams and stakeholders 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 Data Ethicist with strong experience in responsible AI, governance, and ethical data practices within 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.

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.

What is Citizen Event Analytics? Citizen Event Analytics (CEA) is a cross-benefit, cross-channel event history compiled from citizens' interaction, (telephony, face to face and digital), claim processing and support events. CEA uses a pipeline that: Extracts event data from different sources Transforms the data into a usable and trusted resource Loads that data into the data asset that is accessible to Data users through the Uplifted Analytical Service (UAS). Support DWP in the maintenance of the longitudinal event history data asset and associated data pipelines that forms Citizen Event Analytics. As directed by DWP, activities may include: The resources will be expected to support: plan and lead development on sets of related stories have an understanding of the whole CEA system and take responsibility for teaching this to others(specific technical skills listed below in the 'Technical skill requirements' section work with other users, Product Owner and Business Analyst to understand what needs to be built coach and mentor more junior colleagues operate the ingest and publishing production pipelines/services, that are build and find ways to improve system robustness, resilience and stability Key skills required: Understanding of data processing using Apache Spark Use of Python, SQL, and familiarity with PySpark Experience using Apache Airflow for task orchestration Understanding of EMR and reviewing output logs Use of Jupyter notebooks and/or Amazon Athena to query and validate data Data analysis to identify root cause of issues Understanding of dimensional data models and slowly changing dimensions/historic data capture Use of AWS console and services such as, but not limited to; CloudWatch, IAM, S3, Glue, ECR, EC2, EMR, Dynamo DB, LakeFormation Familiarity with Amazon Textract and Comprehend Understanding of both Server Side and client-side encryption Use of GitLab for source code management pipelines for CI/CD Use of GitLab Tags for component versioning in shared repositories Understanding of Docker and containerization of solutions IaC using Terraform Experience of understanding how customer expectations transition to applied functionality Familiarity with, and implementation of, DWP Engineering best practices Use of gitlab for release tagging and deployments Familiarity with basic data structures for constructing a solution

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

SailPoint IAM Engineer Position: SailPoint IAM Engineer (Contract) Location: Mainly remote with some travel to a location on the South West Contract Type: Contract Duration: 6-12 Months Clearance: Current SC clearance Overview We are seeking an experienced SailPoint IAM Engineer Contractor to support the design, implementation, and enhancement of enterprise Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) capabilities across complex hybrid environments. The role will focus primarily on SailPoint IdentityIQ (IIQ) and Identity Security Cloud (ISC), delivering identity life cycle management, access governance, application onboarding, and integration capabilities across cloud and on-premise platforms. This is a hands-on technical delivery role suited to candidates with strong implementation and integration experience within large enterprise IAM programmes. Experience with Privileged Access Management (PAM) technologies such as CyberArk is desirable but not essential. Key Responsibilities Design, configure, and support SailPoint IIQ and ISC solutions Implement and enhance Joiner/Mover/Leaver (JML) processes Develop and support provisioning workflows, access requests, and certification campaigns Configure application onboarding and connector integrations Support RBAC and access governance initiatives Integrate SailPoint with enterprise applications, directories, HR systems, and cloud platforms Collaborate with security, infrastructure, and application teams to resolve IAM-related issues Support audit, compliance, and governance requirements Produce technical documentation and implementation artefacts Contribute to ongoing IAM transformation and optimisation initiatives Essential Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with SailPoint IdentityIQ (IIQ) and/or Identity Security Cloud (ISC) Proven delivery experience within enterprise IAM/IGA programmes Strong understanding of: o Identity Governance & Administration (IGA) o RBAC o Least Privilege o Segregation of Duties (SoD) o Identity life cycle management Experience configuring: o Access requests o Approval workflows o Certifications/recertifications o Provisioning integrations o Application connectors Experience integrating SailPoint with: o Microsoft Entra ID/Azure AD o LDAP/Active Directory o HR platforms o SaaS and cloud applications Strong Scripting and automation skills: o PowerShell o APIs o Java/BeanShell Experience working in hybrid cloud environments Desirable Skills Experience with CyberArk or other PAM technologies Experience with SailPoint ISC migrations or hybrid IIQ/ISC environments Experience across Azure, AWS, or GCP Understanding of Zero Trust security principles SailPoint certifications Security certifications such as SC-300, CISSP, or CCSP Ideal Candidate Strong communicator with proven stakeholder engagement skills Able to work independently within fast-paced project environments Delivery-focused with strong troubleshooting and integration capabilities Experience working within enterprise-scale or regulated environments preferred

PAM Engineer Location: Wokingham Hybrid - 50/50 Duration: role starts with a 6 months contract Rate to SSC Rate - 625 SC CLEARED INSIDE IR35 Role Description: Qualifications Relevant certifications (e.g., CyberArk Defender, CISSP, CISM) Experience in cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) and hybrid infrastructures Knowledge of DevSecOps practices and CI/CD pipeline integration Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and manage PAM solutions (e.g., CyberArk, BeyondTrust, Delinea) Implement least privilege access models and enforce secure credential management Monitor and audit privileged access activities across systems and applications Integrate PAM tools with SIEM, IAM, and other security platforms Develop and maintain policies, procedures, and documentation for PAM operations Conduct regular access reviews, privilege audits, and risk assessments Collaborate with IT, DevOps, and Security teams to ensure seamless PAM integration Provide technical support and troubleshooting for PAMrelated issues Stay current with industry trends, threats, and best practices in access management Required Skills & Qualifications Experience in PAM engineering or cybersecurity roles Proficiency with PAM tools such as CyberArk, BeyondTrust, or Delinea Strong understanding of Active Directory, LDAP, and authentication protocols Experience with scripting (PowerShell, Python) for automation and reporting Familiarity with compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR) Excellent problemsolving, communication, and documentation skills

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: 88,000 and 95,000 + discretionary bonuses Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process 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 (e.g., 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!