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Location : London, Croydon, Manchester, Sheffield As Chief Technology Officer (CTO) for the Home Office, you'll lead technology strategy across one of the most complex digital estates in government, supporting services used by millions every year. About the role As the Home Office's most senior technology leader, you'll define and deliver a modern, secure and innovative technology strategy. Reporting to the Chief Digital, Data and Technology Officer, you'll guide enterprise architecture, oversee significant technology investment, and ensure consistent standards across the department. This role spans everything from border security and migration to policing and identity services. You'll lead a large, geographically distributed function, shaping how technology underpins critical national services while driving innovation, resilience and long-term transformation. What you'll be doing Setting and delivering the Home Office technology strategy and future roadmap Acting as the senior technical advisor to executive leadership and key stakeholders Leading and aligning enterprise architecture, standards and governance across all business areas Overseeing the CTO function , including architecture, assurance, innovation and transformation Ensuring technology investment and procurement aligns with strategic and architectural goals Providing senior oversight on major programmes and platforms , including board-level accountability Driving innovation and adoption of emerging technologies , including AI and automation Managing technical debt and long-term resilience risks across the estate Representing the Home Office across cross-government technology forums Leading and developing a high-performing architecture profession What we're looking for Significant senior leadership experience in large, complex digital or technology environments Proven ability to set and deliver technology strategy at organisational scale Strong technical background across architecture, engineering, automation and AI Experience delivering high-volume, user-centred digital services across legacy and modern systems Ability to influence senior stakeholders (including ministers, cross-government partners and suppliers) A compelling communicator who can simplify complexity and inspire change Experience managing large budgets and complex supplier ecosystems Strong leadership skills with a track record of building inclusive, high-performing teams Interested? This partner post gives you a quick overview Click through to the full Civil Service Jobs advert to find out more and apply.

Location: London Help design the systems and technology that support the UK's national security. This Solution Architect opportunity sits within MI6 (Secret Intelligence Service), working on complex, high-impact products that support intelligence operations and decision-making at the highest level. Why this role stands out Work on unique and highly complex technology challenges Design solutions that support national security and global operations Operate in a data- and technology-driven environment Be part of multidisciplinary teams delivering critical capabilities Work on systems you won't encounter anywhere else What you'll be doing Designing and shaping technical solutions for complex products and systems Defining architecture and technology roadmaps Balancing user needs with cost, risk, quality and delivery timelines Managing and mitigating technology risks across the product lifecycle Supporting integration across systems and ensuring coherence across products Leading and guiding technical design decisions within teams This role could be a strong fit if experience includes: Solution architecture or senior technical design roles Delivering complex systems or product-based solutions Applying enterprise or domain architecture frameworks Influencing stakeholders and making trade-offs across requirements Leading or mentoring technical teams Interested? This partner post gives you the overview. Click through to the full Civil Service Jobs advert to see full details and apply.

Location Bristol, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Reading, Warrington, York About the job Job summary Defra is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink. Digital, Data, Technology and Security (DDTS) is the trusted team for digital across the entire Defra Group. We have around 1000 colleagues across DDTS and our ambition is to make it easier and faster than ever for people to interact with Defra. If you are ready to drive innovation and push boundaries, we want to hear from you. Join us and together we will create a great place for living, and a green and healthy future for all. Find out more about DDTS: Defra digital, data and technology blog LinkedIn Defra Jobs We are Government Digital and Data Candidate Information Pack V3 - 1 Job description Using your experience and skills, you may be asked to work on our 'Flood services' - developing government digital services, to share information about current and future flood risk with the public. It could be your job to ensure that they are accessible to all, especially in times of severe weather! Alternatively, you could be involved with our Farming and Countryside Programme, which is about delivering services to make farming sustainable, increase biodiversity, promote high animal health and welfare standards, and contribute to the Government's Net Zero commitment, ensuring public money for public good. A wide range of other projects requires us to maintain and develop externally facing digital services and internal applications. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will have responsibility for 'owning' the functionality that you develop. If you would like to join us in building great solutions for Defra and our Arm's Length Bodies, then this could be the job for you. As a Lead Developer, you will also play a key role in shaping modern development practices across teams, including the adoption of AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot. You'll use these tools to support faster delivery, improved code quality and better outcomes for users, whilst ensuring that strong engineering judgement, code review, testing and security remain central. You will review colleagues design and development thinking, helping teams to make good technical decisions to select the most appropriate technologies. You will lead the integration of multiple systems and services, collaborate with senior stakeholders and suppliers, and provide direction and constructive challenge to ensure that solutions are secure, maintainable and sustainable. This is an opportunity to be part of an organisation actively modernising how software is built in government, combining strong engineering fundamentals with the responsible use of new tooling, including AI, to improve delivery at scale. We use a modern, cloud based technology stack, and follow continuous delivery and DevSecOps best practice. Our current technologies include: Runtime & web development: Node.js, HAPI API development: REST, OpenAPI Databases & caching: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis Unit testing: Jest, Lab Source control: Git, GitHub Cloud hosting: Azure and AWS Containerisation & orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, ECS CI/CD & release management: Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions Work management: Jira, Azure DevOps Developer productivity tools: AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot (where appropriate), alongside established code review and quality controls Please note for this role you will require SC Clearance. To gain SC clearance all applicants are required to have been a UK resident for a minimum of 5 years. If this requirement is not met, the individual will not be able to progress their application further. Person specification Responsibilities: A dedication to learn new technologies and to explore new industry concepts, including AI assisted software development tools. Leading more junior developers on the team, including both permanent staff and suppliers, translating requirements into viable system designs. Putting users first, identifying needs based on evidence, developing services to meet those needs, and engaging in meaningful interactions and relationships with users. Create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse. Working with common Defra technologies including Node.js, and PostgreSQL, applying knowledge and experience to investigate and resolve issues and establishing relationships and embedding ways of working across projects. Demonstrating a strong understanding of secure software development practices, including the use of vulnerability scanning tools and alignment with OWASP standards and principles. Supporting teams in the responsible use of AI assisted coding tools, ensuring appropriate human oversight, code quality, security and compliance with Defra standards. Skills and experience: Ability to provide leadership and direction to a team of software developers and to communicate clearly and with confidence to senior stakeholders. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience. Work management, including, refining and breaking down tasks and defining acceptance criteria. Awareness of Clean Coding practices and approaches to mitigate and address technical debt - refactoring, test coverage. Software architecture - layers, separation of concerns and microservices. Experience of using AI assisted development tools to improve developer productivity, code quality and delivery outcomes. Understanding of the strengths, limitations and risks of AI coding tools, and how to apply appropriate controls such as code review, testing and security scanning. Experience of shaping or supporting the adoption of AI enabled tools and practices within software delivery teams. Experience of using continuous integration tools to automate testing and integration, supporting rapid and reliable software delivery. Lead Developer Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework skills. Please see the Technical skills below for further information on these. For further information please see the Capability framework . The Civil Service marks each element of the selection process on a merit basis. You can visit the gov.uk website for further information on the Civil Service rating scale. Ensure you have tailored your CV and Personal Statement to the 'skills and experience' section of the job advert by providing examples on how you are suitable for the role using the STAR method . Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your personal statement, how you meet these requirements, as the information you provide will form a key part when the panel is scoring your application. For further information on STAR, you can check out our Hints and Tips document.

Senior IT Engineer Fyfield, Oxfordshire Full Time £46,000-£58,000 per annum (depending on experience) Business/performance related bonus Are you ready to take your career to the next level with a company that has been a cornerstone of IT solutions for businesses for over 30 years? Our client is passionate about technology, innovation, and creativity. They are seeking a dynamic Senior IT Engineer with a focus on Cisco networking and Fortinet Firewalls to join their team and contribute to their continued success. The Role You will play a crucial role in implementing and managing new projects and installations, providing remote and on-site end-user support, and maintaining existing infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include problem analysis, documentation, and ensuring configurations are up to the highest standards. Key Responsibilities Network Design & Implementation Architect scalable networking solutions based on individual business requirements Work with senior management to define Aegis policies and procedures Create network topologies and diagrams Recommend network hardware and software improvements to enhance service delivery and profitability Implement new network technologies and infrastructure upgrades Support, Maintenance & Troubleshooting Monitor network performance and identify potential issues Conduct problem analysis and investigations, diagnosing and resolving complex network problems Ensure all systems are monitored and backed up at agreed intervals Perform routine network maintenance checks Provide and coordinate on-site end-user support Escalate critical network issues to management when required Network Security Implement network security policies and best practices Ensure network systems are protected and accessible only by engineers with the appropriate skillset Identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities Test and apply security patches and firmware updates to maintain system security Capacity Planning & Optimisation Assess network capacity and plan for future growth Optimise network performance through traffic analysis and necessary adjustments Implement network load-balancing strategies Team Leadership & Mentoring Provide technical guidance and support to junior engineers Train and develop team members on new technologies Review and approve network changes Support other teams when required to ensure customer systems remain operational and maintained Documentation & Reporting Maintain detailed network documentation, including procedures, configurations, and diagrams, to a high standard Generate network performance and security reports for management Network Management Responsibilities Operational management of networking systems Manage field engineers to ensure fixes and installations are completed within contractual and project timescales Advise senior management of any required changes to engineer schedules to ensure adequate team coverage Manage network-related projects Participate in management meetings relating to network projects and support tickets Collaborate with other teams to ensure projects are delivered as defined Participate in engineer reviews and training schedules Ensure all new deployments and upgrades are updated within WUG, SolarWinds, and IT Glue Requirements Essential 4-5+ years' experience in a similar IT infrastructure or network engineering role Proven ability to build and maintain lasting customer relationships Expertise in providing both remote and on-site support Ability to commute to Fyfield, Oxfordshire and work in a fully office-based role In-depth knowledge of Cisco routers and switches Experience with Fortinet firewall configuration, management, and reporting Strong networking knowledge, including TCP/IP, routing, connectivity, and IT security Windows Server administration experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills Active Directory and Azure AD administration Desirable Strong Microsoft technology experience, including Azure, Microsoft 365, and Intune Experience with Windows Hyper-V and Hyper-V clustering Experience supporting Windows 10/11 and Apple devices Experience with Intune, Apple, and Meraki MDM solutions Knowledge of backup technologies and disaster recovery processes Microsoft SQL Server experience What s In It For You Business/performance-related bonus Potential company vehicle for the right candidate Company pension Employee discount Flexible schedule Private Health Care Group Life Eligible for profit-share after 12 months of continuous service What s next? It s easy! Click APPLY now! We can t wait to hear from you! Your data will be handled in line with GDPR

Programme Manager (CRM) 600 - 700 a day (Outside IR35) 6-9 Months 4 days a week Hybrid (one day a week in the North West) Currently looking for a Programme Manager to support a Programme in the final stages of build and development. It is due to be completed soon. The project is approx. 62% complete. Functional testing by the business is underway, with phases of E2E testing, cut over & business continuity planning and testing and end user training due to take place in summer. With a Go Live date scheduled for mid-October 2026. Following the launch there will be a period of hyper care and then a roadmap of development for delivery. Key deliverables for role Rapidly develop a high level understanding of the programme to add value to the core delivery team, with a strong focus on identifying, managing, and mitigating key project risks. Build effective working relationships with steering group and senior stakeholders to proactively surface and resolve concerns. Provide clear, concise assurance to the Project Board on delivery status, decisions, and risk impacts, enabling timely and informed action. Working alongside the suppliers, the programmer Manager prepares and delivers Steering Group and Project Board reports that provide the right level of clarity, assurance and oversight of progress. Key experience for the role Demonstrates the ability to lead cross-functional teams, including internal staff and external consultants. Fosters a culture of accountability and collaboration, driving team performance and cohesion in dynamic project environments. Skilled in engaging senior leadership, operational teams, and external partners. Able to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language for non-technical stakeholders, facilitating informed decision-making and project assurance. Proven experience in leading large-scale system implementations, with a track record of delivering complex IT programmes-especially those involving ERP, CRM, or housing management systems. Ability to navigate multifaceted project environments and drive successful outcomes Deep understanding of system architecture, integration points, and data migration challenges. Skilled in critically evaluating supplier technical solutions to ensure they align with organisational goals. Applies comprehensive knowledge of regulations (e.g., GDPR, data security standards) to guarantee compliance and audit readiness throughout system implementations. Expertise in managing third-party vendors, including negotiating service-level agreements (SLAs), monitoring performance, and ensuring contractual compliance. Builds collaborative relationships while maintaining accountability, ensuring that supplier contributions support project objectives and timelines 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)

A leading Global Financial Services company has an exciting opportunity for a AWS Cloud Platform Engineer to join a large enterprise technology team working on secure, scalable and automated cloud platform services with expert leve l AWS infrastructure, Python automation, Terraform, cloud networking and security experience. Extensive experience with the Boto3 SDK for Python, enabling you to programmatically manage AWS infrastructure. Your expertise should include automating complex tasks such as resource provisioning, configuration management for S3 and EC2, and executing advanced queries within DynamoDB environments to ensure operational efficiency and consistency. Key Responsibilities Building and maintaining secure, automated AWS platform services. Writing automation using Python, including AWS SDK / Boto-style tooling. Creating and managing infrastructure using Terraform. Supporting AWS networking, access control, security and governance requirements. Helping application teams with AWS design, troubleshooting and best practice. Improving platform reliability, scalability, cost efficiency and operational resilience. Working closely with engineers, architects and delivery teams to solve complex cloud problems. Contributing to a collaborative engineering culture with peer review, shared ownership and continuous improvement. Essential Skills / Experience AWS cloud engineering Python automation Boto3 SDK for Python Terraform AWS networking IAM / RBAC / access control Linux Git Shell scripting CI/CD pipelines Production cloud environments

Location Successful candidates may be based in any of our office locations - Cardiff , Glasgow or London . We especially welcome applicants from Cardiff and Glasgow. About the job Job summary Technology plays a vital role in supporting the schemes that are helping drive the UK's transition to greener energy, and at Ofgem, we're seeking a Senior Software Developer to help build and evolve the applications that underpin this work. Ofgem is Great Britain's independent energy regulator. We're at the forefront of change across the sector, driving toward Net Zero whilst protecting consumers, especially vulnerable people. We're offering a permanent opportunity within our Digital Development team where you'll play a vital role in the development and upkeep of digital services that support major green energy and social schemes operating across the energy sector. You'll have the chance to work on meaningful digital products that directly support renewable energy and wider consumer-focused initiatives, helping shape how applications are developed, improved and maintained across the division. Alongside mentoring junior colleagues, you'll work with a range of talented developers, technical leads and multidisciplinary colleagues within our supportive and highly collaborative environment. You'll bring significant experience developing data-driven web applications using Microsoft technologies, including C#, Entity Framework Core, SQL Server and Microsoft Azure. Alongside strong cloud and microservices knowledge, you'll have experience applying modern software design principles, supporting scalable application development and contributing to high-quality engineering practices. Strong communication skills and the ability to support and guide others within a collaborative team environment will also be essential. In return, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to digital services that support major renewable energy and social schemes across the UK, applying your expertise to work that is both meaningful and technically engaging. You'll join a forward-looking environment where innovation, collaboration and development are actively encouraged. We have a critical purpose to ensure the systems and digital services supporting renewable energy and social schemes remain effective, secure and fit for the future. Join us and help build the applications that support that mission. Read on and find out more. Job description Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and support key Ofgem scheme applications. Create and maintain technical documentation for business applications. Support the Technical Lead in technical decisions and team leadership. Mentor junior colleagues to foster their professional development. Manage workloads and prioritize tasks as Work Manager when needed. Suggest and implement improvements to the development process. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver user-centric solutions. Ensure adherence to Government Digital Service (GDS) standards. Key Outputs and Deliverables Ensuring that products developed internally and externally are technically and functionally suitable for Ofgem. Develop high quality, secure software as part of a team. Contribute to, and advancing ideas for continuous improvement. Champion best practices in Software Development. Person specification Essential Criteria Significant demonstrable knowledge and experience in developing data-driven web applications using Microsoft technologies, including proficiency in C# for creating robust and scalable web applications, expertise in using Entity Framework Core for efficient data access and manipulation, strong experience in designing, querying, and managing databases with SQL Server, and proficiency in deploying, managing, and scaling applications on Microsoft Azure. (Lead Criteria) Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with team members, stakeholders, and clients. Comfortable deputizing for the Technical Lead when required, with the ability to step into a leadership role, manage teams, and ensure project delivery in the absence of the Technical Lead. (Lead Criteria) Knowledge and experience in applying common design patterns to solve software design problems, proficiency in writing and executing unit tests to ensure code quality and reliability, and a strong understanding and application of SOLID principles to create maintainable and scalable software. Demonstrable experience with cloud technologies, including designing, developing, and deploying microservices-based architectures, proficiency in using containerization technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes, and broad knowledge of cloud services and platforms with a focus on scalability, security, and performance. Ability to guide, mentor, and support junior team members in their professional development, fostering a collaborative and growth-oriented environment within the team.

Location London About the job Job summary Flexible working: This role is primarily office-based due to the nature of the work. However, flexible working arrangements are supported, including flexitime with flexible start and finish times, as well as the option to work compressed hours. About us MI5 keeps the country safe from serious threats, such as terrorism and attempts by states to harm the UK, its people, and its way of life. We carry out investigations by obtaining, analysing, and assessing intelligence, and work with a range of partners, including MI6 and GCHQ, to disrupt these threats. Through our protective security arm, we provide advice and guidance to government, businesses, and other organisations on how to keep themselves safe. A role in MI5 means you'll do unique and challenging work in a supportive and encouraging environment, making a real difference to UK national security. Job description The role If you enjoy tackling complex technical challenges that genuinely make a difference, this role offers the opportunity to see the impact of your work every day. As a Senior Infrastructure Field Engineer, you'll be part of a specialist team responsible for designing, installing and maintaining the intelligence-gathering solutions we rely on. Leading a core workstream, you'll support multiple mission areas across MI5, MI6 and GCHQ, delivering bespoke solutions for a range of high-priority requirements. Whether you're enabling data retrieval from large, intricate networks or building relationships across the organisation, you'll help drive an expanding remit and play a vital role in keeping the UK safe. Day-to-day, the role involves designing, installing, configuring and managing remote infrastructure such as firewalls, routers, switches and servers as well as investigating technical issues. Close collaboration with internal stakeholders is required to understand and meet their unique requirements. Responsibilities include contributing to the development and implementation of automation systems and supporting the administration of the multi-vendor environment. Opportunities are also available to undertake individual project work in relevant technical areas, subject to alignment with the team's work and priorities. Upon completion of all relevant training, you'll also have the opportunity to join our on-call rota. Participation is optional, and for the majority of the time, work outside of core hours is voluntary. On the rare occasion that the team is short-staffed, you may be required to act as cover. The role also offers a unique opportunity to work with colleagues in industry, often at the cutting edge of networking technologies. There may also be opportunities to attend international events, such as conferences, once or twice a year. This role attracts specialist capability-based pay in recognition of cyber technical expertise. Based on skills and experience assessed at interview, appointment may be made at a higher salary point within the stated range. Retention of any higher salary is subject to demonstrating and accrediting the required skills against the Cyber Technical Framework within the first year of employment. Support will be provided to achieve this. As skills develop, there are opportunities to progress further within the pay range. Person specification About you While no specific qualifications are required for this role, you will already have extensive experience working in network engineering within a technical industry environment. You'll bring a solid foundation in designing network solutions, with the confidence to operate across large-scale, mission critical infrastructure. In particular, you'll be able to demonstrate expertise in several of the following areas: Network design, architecture and transmission technologies, supporting resilient and high-performance network solutions. Layer 2 and Layer 3 technologies, including protocols, MAC and IP addressing, BGP and VPNs. Fibre optic networking, with practical experience of wavelengths, multiplexing (MUX), transponders and long-haul transmission technologies. Automation, scripting and systems administration, including use of GNU/Linux operating systems at the command line, automation tools such as Ansible, and at least one scripting or programming language (for example, Bash or Python). Alongside this, you'll have practical experience configuring and managing network devices within live environments, applying charges safely and effectively, and supporting the ongoing operation and evolution of complex network infrastructures. Importantly, you'll have a genuine interest in cyber and global datacentre interconnection and a desire to bring your enthusiasm to a new environment. You might already have industry accreditations such as from Red Hat, Arista, Juniper, Cisco; if not, we'll support you in gaining these once in the role. A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development is essential. As someone comfortable working on projects within cross-functional teams, you'll demonstrate proven problem-solving skills and the ability to clearly communicate internet infrastructure concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences. Given the collaborative nature of the role, you'll be an effective and confident communicator, able to build good working relationships with colleagues, customers, partners, and stakeholders at all levels. You'll need to meet the physical requirements of the role, which may include lifting, carrying, and moving equipment. Please note that a fitness assessment will be conducted by occupational health as part of the application process.

Location Gillingham (Kent), Manchester, Stratford About the job Job summary Discover what it's like to work in a compliance role that makes an impact. Could you help us shape a stronger, fairer future? Your next career move starts here. HMRC's Fraud Investigation Service (FIS) is responsible for the department's civil and criminal investigations. Covert Operations, Digital Exploitation (CODE) sits within FIS. Working across Law Enforcement and government, CODE provides investigative tools and covert techniques to front-line investigations and works with key partners to develop and provide access to new technology and systems to enable investigators to respond to serious and complex tax evasion and crime. This role sits within the CODE Technology Infrastructure Team (CTI) which is part of FIS CODE Capability, Development, Infrastructure & Innovation (CDII) and plays an integral role in His Majesty's Government's fight against serious and organised crime, supporting investigations totalling hundreds of millions of pounds each year. CTI supports FIS CODE and all wider FIS investigations. CODE Technology Infrastructure (CTI) is responsible for delivering a broad portfolio of change initiatives, both to sustain and transform FIS's legacy sensitive technologies and to deliver innovative new solutions, designed around our customers' needs. CTI works in an integrated way to combine digital and technology change, project delivery, business process, product management and cultural change to maximise impact and ensure sustainability. As FIS grows, so does the need for Infrastructure support. The Senior Infrastructure Engineer role is an amazing opportunity for any experienced, forward thinking and focused individual who has a passion for technology. If you flourish with dealing with diverse challenges, enjoy delivering exceptional support to users, growing your knowledge and want to work with a like-minded and supportive team then this may be the role for you. Job description As a Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer, you will ensure robust, reliable high-performance systems and services meet business needs. You'll be responsible for building, administration, maintenance, and monitoring of diverse systems. This includes servers, storage, endpoint management, networks, telephony, and business applications. You will work closely with other Infrastructure managers and collaborate closely with fellow engineers to provide support and have responsibility for project delivery across a wide spectrum of IT systems. You'll also engage frequently with other teams and departments outside of IT to achieve shared objectives. This role offers the opportunity to influence the future technical direction within a dynamic and innovative team environment which is vital to the successful delivery of FIS CODE Technology Infrastructure. For more information about our Directorates, Lines of Business and some of our roles, please visit the FIS Careers pages (opens in new window). Person specification We are looking for an enthusiastic, resilient individual who can deliver in an impactful way within a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. This is an IT Technical role, and you will already have an Infrastructure background with technical understanding of infrastructure (i.e, virtual machines, datacentres and environments). The successful candidate will be undertaking the following (but not limited to): Technical Lead and direct a team of infrastructure specialists and engineers, ensuring services are integrated, delivered, and operated as required. Provide direction and support to junior engineers. Manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Lead and work collaboratively within a high performing, technically skilled team, sharing ideas and best practices, while also demonstrating the initiative to work independently with minimal supervision. Play a leading role in the planning, designing, maintaining, and improving FIS Infrastructure services and technologies. Work closely with third party providers, to support the delivery of infrastructure services, and collaborate with technical architects to translate architectural designs into operation infrastructure. You can break complex issues down into their component parts to identify and diagnose root causes, and you are skilled at troubleshooting and identifying problems across different technology capabilities. Communication We are looking for an excellent communicator who can describe basic technical concepts to technical and non-technical audiences and you will regularly be expected to provide verbal updates and produce written user documentation on BAU taskings and projects. Additional responsibilities This may include participating in technical workshops to assess business requirements to support possible changes to existing services, identifying requirements and quantifying benefits. Travel and On Call Regular travel within the UK for meetings and infrastructure work will be required with occasional overnight stays. You will be required to work out of hours on an on-call rota, weekdays and weekends. Essential Criteria Extensive experience with network technologies such as Cisco routing and switching, Fortinet, ACI, Cisco Firepower, Core Network Knowledge such as IPv4, DNS, DHCP, subnetting etc and the use of ACLs in hardware and software firewalls. Demonstrable experience with Microsoft Windows domains and Systems Administrations Extensive awareness or experience of Data Centre Management and Enterprise Hardware such as HP or PURE Storage. Experience of Enterprise Class Operating Systems (Windows, Linux etc). Experience with Virtualisation such as VMWare, HyperV, or similar. Experience in providing support and guidance to other junior colleagues. Demonstrable experience in Troubleshooting and problem solving. Demonstrable experience and knowledge of best practice security principles information security and disaster recovery. Desirable Criteria Qualifications in Information Technology or a related field and/or practical experience supporting an IT environment. Qualifications and certifications held may include (but are not limited to): MCSE, CCNA, SAA-C03, etc. Exposure to, or awareness of automation, scripting or programming languages (PowerShell, Python, TypeScript, etc.). Awareness of public cloud technologies or an interest to learn more. ITIL Foundation Qualification or demonstrable understanding of ITIL Lifecycle Standards. Exposure to, or experience working with DevOps processes and practices. Experience working with Gitlab or other CI/CD tools. Knowledge of Solution Architecture. Knowledge of Containerisation. Full UK Driving Licence.

Senior Python Engineer (Django/DevOps/IaC) Retail Hybrid: either London or Welwyn Garden City (whichever is closest) 3 days per week 6 months £850 per day In short: Our Application Security team require a strong Python generalist to run, deploy and maintain purpose-built applications. You'll need solid experience across Python development, DevOps, Cloud and an awareness of security protocols. About The Role We are committed to align with the digital advancements of the business and secure new technologies that enable our business to have a superior focus on serving our customers, communities, and planet. As part of our Security Engineering Platforms team, we build and operate centralised security tooling that enables thousands of developers to ship secure software by default, at scale. We are seeking a skilled Python Developer to join our engineering team. You will be responsible for building robust, secure, and scalable services that automate security testing at scale using Django and related technologies. Beyond coding, you'll actively engage in architecture discussions, security implementations, CI/CD pipeline development, and help transition MVP applications into production-grade systems. Your work will directly strengthen the security posture of applications, APIs, and cloud-native systems across the business by making security tooling fast, reliable, and seamless for every development team. You will be responsible for Design, develop, and maintain scalable REST APIs using Django. Build and operate asynchronous task pipelines (Celery/Redis) that orchestrate security scanning at scale. Ensure best practices for code quality, performance, and security. Integrate robust security practices into all API layers, including authentication, authorisation, data validation, and protection against vulnerabilities. Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, deployment, and monitoring. Work closely with core devops teams or independently handle infrastructure and deployment tasks. Review, refactor, and productionise MVP codebases, improving code clarity, documentation, and maintainability. Manage Docker container images through build, test, and deploy to kubernetes Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, Front End developers, and engineering teams. Leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate code review, testing, and documentation. Participate actively in technical discussions, contributing innovative ideas and solutions. You will need Strong experience in Python development, specifically with Django and Django REST Framework at senior level. Experience with asynchronous task queues (Celery, Redis) Solid understanding of REST API design principles and best practices. Proficiency in relational databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL), and ORM (Django ORM in particular). Familiarity with containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, including testing (unit, integration, and end-to-end). Experience deploying applications to cloud platforms (Azure preferred). Effective communication and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security practices. Experience working in an agile environment, such as Scrum. Nice to have Experience with SAST/DAST tooling and security automation Familiarity with API security patterns (JWT, OAuth, rate limiting) Comfortable working with AI-assisted development tools Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and configuration management (Ansible) Experience operating and administering Linux distributions (RHEL, Ubuntu) Familiarity with cloud-native services (Azure AKS, ACR) Exposure to Front End frameworks (React, Vue.js) Operations and technical troubleshooting experience Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities employer. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

Senior Python Engineer (Django/DevOps/IaC) Retail Hybrid: either London or Welwyn Garden City (whichever is closest) 3 days per week 6 months £850 per day In short: Our Application Security team require a strong Python generalist to run, deploy and maintain purpose-built applications. You'll need solid experience across Python development, DevOps, Cloud and an awareness of security protocols. About The Role We are committed to align with the digital advancements of the business and secure new technologies that enable our business to have a superior focus on serving our customers, communities, and planet. As part of our Security Engineering Platforms team, we build and operate centralised security tooling that enables thousands of developers to ship secure software by default, at scale. We are seeking a skilled Python Developer to join our engineering team. You will be responsible for building robust, secure, and scalable services that automate security testing at scale using Django and related technologies. Beyond coding, you'll actively engage in architecture discussions, security implementations, CI/CD pipeline development, and help transition MVP applications into production-grade systems. Your work will directly strengthen the security posture of applications, APIs, and cloud-native systems across the business by making security tooling fast, reliable, and seamless for every development team. You will be responsible for Design, develop, and maintain scalable REST APIs using Django. Build and operate asynchronous task pipelines (Celery/Redis) that orchestrate security scanning at scale. Ensure best practices for code quality, performance, and security. Integrate robust security practices into all API layers, including authentication, authorisation, data validation, and protection against vulnerabilities. Develop and manage CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, deployment, and monitoring. Work closely with core devops teams or independently handle infrastructure and deployment tasks. Review, refactor, and productionise MVP codebases, improving code clarity, documentation, and maintainability. Manage Docker container images through build, test, and deploy to kubernetes Collaborate cross-functionally with product managers, Front End developers, and engineering teams. Leverage AI-assisted development tools to accelerate code review, testing, and documentation. Participate actively in technical discussions, contributing innovative ideas and solutions. You will need Strong experience in Python development, specifically with Django and Django REST Framework at senior level. Experience with asynchronous task queues (Celery, Redis) Solid understanding of REST API design principles and best practices. Proficiency in relational databases (PostgreSQL/MySQL), and ORM (Django ORM in particular). Familiarity with containerisation and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, including testing (unit, integration, and end-to-end). Experience deploying applications to cloud platforms (Azure preferred). Effective communication and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security practices. Experience working in an agile environment, such as Scrum. Nice to have Experience with SAST/DAST tooling and security automation Familiarity with API security patterns (JWT, OAuth, rate limiting) Comfortable working with AI-assisted development tools Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and configuration management (Ansible) Experience operating and administering Linux distributions (RHEL, Ubuntu) Familiarity with cloud-native services (Azure AKS, ACR) Exposure to Front End frameworks (React, Vue.js) Operations and technical troubleshooting experience Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities employer. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

The IP Design Specialist service will report into the Senior IP Services Design Manager, covering primarily network design support for end-user services. This is a highly experienced level role with design responsibilities across a diverse range of both large scale and medium scale projects, supporting delivery of fixed-line and mobile services, private cloud, hybrid cloud, IT, WiFi and Enterprise projects. The role holder will support projects across a wide range of IP/MPLS networking, switching, and routing, involving mobile telecoms networks and applications and virtualisation of these applications into Cloud infrastructures. Key responsibilities & accountabilities Lead and support on all designs, especially complex designs across the IP network portfolio, including LAN, WAN, SP, advanced routing and switching, Cloud Technologies, such as public cloud and private cloud (OpenStack/OpenShift) SME that works with strategy and architecture to drive expert designs that align to the goals of the organisation Creation of detailed documentation, sometimes very specialised to support complex projects, crossing various technology domains Support and govern other designers/engineers and departments to deliver complex projects and implementations Specialist troubleshooter, working with multiple teams and event controls to resolve issues related designs Ability to work in a fast-paced and demanding environment Ability to be a liaison officer and lead stakeholder with regards to escalations and operational events. Essential skills, knowledge, or experience (Inc. professional or technical qualifications) This service requires extensive networking skills and experience coupled with an ability to quickly learn and apply knowledge in new areas. Senior level knowledge and experience in service provider and datacentre switching and routing are essential, with experience in on-prem and hybrid Cloud technologies is highly advantageous. Experience in coding for network automation will also be advantageous. Service Provider MPLS and DC routing and switching: Complex network design and implementation focused on redundancy and highly available networks Strong understanding of the OSI model layer and TCP/IP stack, with advanced network troubleshooting In-depth knowledge of BGP, MPLS, service provider and enterprise routing protocols L2 and L3 network design, operations, and troubleshooting WAN Routing and traffic engineering Strong familiarity with major network vendors, such as Cisco, Juniper, F5 and Fortinet Strong knowledge of SNMP, NTP, TACACS+, SYSLOG and other standard network protocols Has an analytical mind-set, able to problem solve, plans and prioritise work load efficiently and effectively Typical desirable qualifications would include: Service Provider routing and/or Security certifications (eg CCIE/JNCIE/SRA or equivalent). Although consideration will be given to demonstrable equivalent experience. The role holder should be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal and technical skills and the ability to communicate complex matters in a simplified way as a component of the role will involve introducing new developments and capabilities to various teams across the business. Knowledge and significant experience of the following are essential: Self-starter, able to engage in multiple projects, plan and manage time, delivery, and expectations Must be willing to work out of hours to carry out changes Knowledge and some experience of the following are moderately desirable: Automation eg YANG, Openconfig, NETCONF, RESTCONF, Ansible, Python. The service must include to be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, Powerpoint, Visio.

Construction Project Manager opportunity for national leisure club Your new company You will be working for one of the fastest growing national leisure clubs.Their estate spans both large-scale external canopy schemes and internal warehouse conversions, they are scaling rapidly across the UK.To support this growth, they are bringing their project management function fully in-house. This is a pivotal hire that will sit at the heart of their development programme and play a defining role in how the leisure club scales. Your new role You will take full ownership of delivering the leisure club's venues end-to-end - from initial site identification through to opening day. Acting as the central point of accountability, you will work closely with the Director of Property, external design and build partners, consultants, and the operations team to ensure each scheme is delivered on time, on budget, and to the required standard.This role requires strong commercial acumen. You must be confident analysing cost plans, challenging contractor pricing, identifying inflated variations, and protecting the clubs financial interests throughout the lifecycle of each project. While not a Quantity Surveyor, you will be expected to operate with commercial awareness and discipline at every stage. Key ResponsibilitiesSite Inception & Feasibility Partner with the Director of Property from day one to define briefs and establish scheme requirements before costs are committedProduce initial feasibility layouts, including court configurations, clubhouse placement, and key spatial planning, to support early site viability assessmentsReview and challenge feasibility cost plans alongside the independent QS, identifying inconsistencies or risksCarry out early-stage risk assessments to minimise abortive spendMaintain a live pipeline tracker across all active and prospective sitesPlanning & Design CoordinationManage planning activity across all schemes, ensuring submissions, approvals, and condition discharges remain on programmeAct as the primary liaison between the club and external consultants, driving responsiveness and eliminating bottlenecksTrack planning milestones and proactively escalate risks to programme deliveryReview design outputs to ensure alignment with brief, budget, and operational requirements, challenging unnecessary complexity or costCoordinate landlord approvals, including licences to alter, ensuring timelines are metProcurement & Contract ManagementLead all contractor and consultant appointments from a client-side perspectiveOversee contract management across schemes, scrutinising payment applications prior to approvalProcure and manage specialist suppliers, including courts, security systems, AV, FF&E, surfaces, signage, and operational equipmentEvaluate and benchmark supplier pricing, negotiating commercially advantageous termsWork with insurance brokers to ensure appropriate coverage is in placeEnforce robust change control, ensuring all variations are costed and agreed before instructionProgramme & DeliveryOwn and manage the master programme for each scheme, with clear milestones and accountabilityChair regular progress meetings and provide clear, accurate reporting to HQIdentify and mitigate programme risks early to avoid delaysManage the transition from practical completion through to operational readinessEnsure utilities are procured and delivered in line with programme requirementsCommercial OversightWork closely with finance to manage payment schedules in line with programme deliveryFlag disputes or cash flow risks proactivelyMaintain accurate cost-to-complete forecasts and regularly report on financial performanceReview valuations and payment applications against progress and scopeTrack budget performance, providing clear variance reporting with recommended actionsSupport final account negotiations alongside the QSChallenge scope creep and cost escalation at sourceHandover & CloseoutLead practical completion across all schemesManage snagging through to full resolutionEnsure a seamless handover to operations, with venues fully ready to tradeCompile and maintain all project documentation, including O&M manuals, warranties, and compliance records What you'll need to succeed Proven track record delivering leisure, hospitality, or retail construction or fit-out projects - including both ground-up builds and warehouse/industrial conversionsDemonstrable commercial awareness: able to read a cost plan, challenge a contractor's numbers, and manage a budget with confidence - without being a qualified QSStrong experience managing D&B contractors and fit-out contractors as the client-side PMConfident coordinating multidisciplinary teams of external consultants - architects, planning consultants, building control - keeping them aligned and on programme without doing their job for themAbility to produce basic site feasibility schematics to support early-stage site assessmentAbility to manage construction programmes confidentlyExcellent supplier and contractor management skills including direct procurement of FF&E and specialist packagesStrong communicator - able to give clear, concise programme and cost updates to senior stakeholdersHighly organised, self-sufficient, and comfortable managing multiple schemes concurrentlyA natural pushback instinct - you spot when something isn't right and you say so, constructively What you'll get in return Salary £70,000Flexible hybrid working- 1 office day per week, 2 days on the road for site visits and 2 days wfh per week Holidays Pension 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. 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Senior SASE / Network Security Consultant Location: UK (Remote) Contract: Long-Term Contract We are currently looking for an experienced Senior SASE / Network Security Consultant to support large-scale enterprise Prisma Access and SASE transformation programmes. This is a hands-on, customer-facing delivery role focused on implementation, migration, optimisation, and ongoing operational ownership across complex enterprise environments. You will work closely with technical teams, stakeholders, architects, and project delivery teams to ensure secure, scalable, and high-performing solutions are successfully delivered and maintained. This is not a presales or strategy-only position. We are looking for someone who enjoys being technically involved, solving problems, leading delivery activities, and working directly within enterprise customer environments. Key Responsibilities Deliver Prisma Access and SASE solutions across enterprise environments Support end-to-end implementation, migration, optimisation, and operational activities Act as a key technical contact within customer engagements Participate in workshops, requirements gathering, and technical design sessions Produce and maintain: High-Level Designs (HLDs) Low-Level Designs (LLDs) Migration plans Operational and implementation documentation Support migrations from: Legacy VPN solutions MPLS environments On-prem firewall estates Troubleshoot complex network and security issues Work closely with project managers, architects, consultants, and customer teams Provide technical guidance, operational support, and knowledge transfer Contribute to improving delivery standards and best practices across projects Required Experience Strong hands-on Prisma Access experience within enterprise environments Strong understanding of: SASE / SSE architectures Enterprise networking Routing and VPN technologies Firewall technologies Zero Trust access models Identity integration such as Entra ID / Azure AD / Okta Experience delivering within customer-facing consulting, engineering, or professional services environments Comfortable working directly with enterprise stakeholders and technical teams Strong documentation capability including HLDs and LLDs Experience supporting large migration and transformation programmes

Senior Full Stack JavaScript Developer Salary: 60,000 - 80,000 base salary plus benefits, perks, and healthcare options Location: Cardiff - Hybrid We're looking for a Senior Full Stack JavaScript Developer to join a fast-moving engineering team building modern web and mobile applications that deliver real impact. You'll lead technical delivery, mentor engineers, and help shape scalable, secure solutions across projects involving cutting-edge technologies including AI, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems. What you'll do: Lead and mentor developers, driving engineering best practices Build scalable web & mobile apps using JavaScript, Node.js, React/Angular/Vue Design and develop robust front-end and back-end systems Apply TDD and modern development practices Collaborate with architects, clients, and cross-functional teams Use AI tools (e.g. GitHub Copilot) to enhance delivery and quality What we're looking for: Strong full stack JavaScript experience (Node.js + modern frameworks) Experience with Express.js, Nest.js, or Hapi.js Front-end expertise in React, Angular, Vue or similar (including Remix.js) Strong HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript skills Experience in a senior/lead role with mentoring responsibility Passion for building scalable, high-quality software Why join us? Work on meaningful, high-impact projects in a flexible, hybrid environment where innovation, collaboration, and wellbeing are genuinely prioritised. If you're ready to take the lead on exciting engineering challenges, we'd love to hear from you.

Senior Electrical Design Engineer Chichester Hybrid Working £50,000 - £60,000 per annum Are you a Senior Electrical Design Engineer looking for an opportunity to work on diverse, technically challenging projects across multiple sectors? A well-established building services consultancy is seeking a Senior Electrical Design Engineer to join its growing team in Chichester. This is an excellent opportunity to take a leading role in the design and delivery of innovative electrical building services solutions while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working and genuine career progression. As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, coordination, and delivery of electrical building services projects from concept through to completion. Working closely with clients, architects, contractors, and multidisciplinary design teams, you will play a key role in ensuring projects are delivered to the highest technical standards. You will work across a broad portfolio of projects within the Residential, Education, Healthcare, Industrial, Hospitality, and Commercial sectors. Key responsibilities include: Leading the electrical design of building services projects from feasibility through to construction. Producing calculations, specifications, reports, and technical design documentation. Designing power distribution, lighting, emergency lighting, fire alarm, security, and other electrical systems. Coordinating designs with internal and external project stakeholders. Attending client meetings and providing technical guidance throughout project delivery. Supporting and mentoring junior engineers and technicians. Ensuring compliance with current regulations, industry standards, and best practice. To be considered for this role, you should have: Experience working as an Electrical Design Engineer within a building services consultancy environment. Strong knowledge of electrical building services design and relevant industry standards. Experience delivering projects across one or more of the following sectors: Residential, Education, Healthcare, Industrial, Hospitality, or Commercial. Proficiency with industry-standard design software. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. The ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively. A degree or equivalent qualification in Electrical Engineering or Building Services Engineering. In return, you'll receive: A salary of £50,000 - £60,000 per annum. Hybrid working arrangements. Exposure to a wide variety of high-quality projects across multiple sectors. Ongoing professional development and support towards Chartership. Clear progression opportunities within a growing consultancy. A collaborative and supportive working environment. Apply now If you're looking to take the next step in your career with a consultancy that values technical excellence, professional development, and flexible working, we'd love to hear from you.