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Summer-Browning Associates are currently supporting our Central Government client, who are seeing a Data Centre Engineer on an initial 12 month contract, located in Bracknell. 5 DAYS ON SITE REQUIRED & A flexible approach to working hours, on call and overtime when required Essential: Previous experience working maintaining infrastructure and compute equipment in data centres. Knowledge of Infrastructure Technologies & Networking Concepts. An understanding of data centre best practices and industry standards. The use of fault diagnosis techniques with and without test equipment. An understanding of the health and safety requirements applicable to a data centre environment. Ability to work well within a team and also operate independently when required. Experience with different types of hardware appliance types, equipment installations, power technologies, line replaceable item swaps, upgrades, patching mediums (fibre/copper) etc. Troubleshooting, ability to diagnose potential issues and offer solutions as well as offering advice to product teams about physical constraints and limitations. Maintaining thorough documentation and creation of the required procedures and standards. Experience working with vendors to ensure compliance and compatibility. A Full UK driving license with a vehicle. (Must be able to commute or stay overnight). Desirable: You will have relevant Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Security or Systems Engineering qualification; or equivalent related qualifications or experience Experience of working with Agile methodologies NB: The ideal candidate will hold current active security clearance - SC/DV To apply, please submit latest CV

Location Coventry, West Midlands (England), CV1 2WT : Darlington, North East England, DL1 5QE : Manchester, North West England, M1 2WD : Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber, S1 2FJ : City of Westminster, London (region), SW1P 3BT About the job Job summary The Department for Education is seeking to recruit IT Infrastructure Engineers to work across multiple endeavours in the Microsoft Azure public cloud and on premises. We continually seek new and innovative opportunities in our cloud estate for efficiencies, economies of scale and new value to users across established cloud computing platforms to make them better for users, increase value for money and reduce complexity. Specialist Network Infrastructure Engineers in the Department for Education design, build, operate and support IT network infrastructure resources that underpin internal user services and services to the public. If you are successful, you will work as part of a team providing specialist IT network capability within the Department's Infrastructure Engineering Profession, focusing in depth on network topology, connectivity, and boundary controls (firewalls & Web Application Firewalls). Job description As a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer, you will collaborate with other Infrastructure Engineers to manage, operate and maintain the Department for Education's physical and cloud networking infrastructure. In a user-centred, agile environment you will assist with driving improvements to modernise the deployment and management of network resources. This includes supporting the primary Lead Network Infrastructure Engineer to phase out outdated practices and implement new initiatives to enhance operation and maintenance. In this highly technical role you will: Input into the overall management of the network domain, contributing to plans regarding technology roadmaps, projects, workforce and budgets. Build, operate and maintain network resources. Respond to incidents and requests to identify and resolve issues preventing delivery. Identify patterns and trends within incidents and collaborate with others where required to resolve problems. Identify technical improvements to automate the deployment of network resources and management tasks where possible. Advocate user-centric, agile approaches which focus on rapid, effective delivery of high-quality services. Collaborate with and support third-party suppliers in providing network infrastructure services. Share knowledge of tools and techniques with the wider team and community, growing awareness, inclusivity and balance. Security Vetting If you are successful, you must be prepared to undergo the Security Check (SC) clearance process before you begin your role at DfE. Please see the guidance here for further information. Person specification Essential Criteria: Experience of building, configuring, operating and maintaining network infrastructure resources including switches, Wi-Fi equipment, DHCP, virtual networks (Azure preferably) and other connectivity resources. Experience of using automation techniques to configure network services, automate processes and extract information. This may include using software, tooling, scripting and other automation techniques such as Python, PowerShell, Bicep or vendor-specific automation tools. Experience of administering boundary and security controls, options and configuration settings to protect cloud computing services, and to mitigate against security threats and vulnerabilities including firewalls, Web Application Firewalls and other access control resources. Experience of breaking down IT infrastructure problems into component parts to identify and diagnose root causes; troubleshooting; and identifying problems across different technology areas. Experience of problem management techniques: initiating and monitoring actions to investigate patterns and trends to resolve problems; determining the appropriate remedy; assisting with its implementation; and determining preventative measures. Desirable Criteria: Verified credentials, certification or qualifications in the IT network space an advantage particularly Palo Alto, Cisco/Meraki or Barracuda. An understanding of the benefits of service levels and service frameworks and how to operate within them to deliver, operate and maintain IT infrastructure services. Experience of defining integration builds to combine IT infrastructure components to create a consolidated solution, and co-ordinating & testing build activities across systems. Experience of collaborating with, and conveying technical concepts to, both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience of working with and applying design standards, methods and tools; and developing systems designs for review to ensure the selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. Experience of reviewing requirements and specifications, defining test conditions and analysing and reporting test activities and results. Desirable criteria will only be assessed at interview, in the event of a tie break situation, to make an informed decision.

Job Title: Senior Infrastructure Engineer - DV Location: Salisbury (On site) Contract Duration : 12 Months Daily Rate: £569/day (Umbrella - Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: DV & Sole Uk National The Role: As a Senior Infrastructure Engineer, you will provide advice and direction on digital infrastructure technical design, implementation, and support of infrastructure technologies. This role will be supporting the running and development of systems, for example they will be working with the current Senior Infrastructure Engineer to; carryout hardware capability refreshes, upgrades, and developments, manage user accounts, configure and install software, and support users and wider project tasking. Responsibilities: Scope out potential solutions with users for digital infrastructure issues and assess the effort and cost involved with implementation. Produce documentation to be used in proposals, following standard project processes and procedures Evaluate hardware and software (within server, network, storage or desktop environments) to ensure that the test and integration of new products (both hardware and software) for successful incorporation into program infrastructure Provide administration, support, and enhancement of the digital environment for example: User accounts Control the network access integrity Manage the data, in terms of space allocated to data SAN optimization Provide first to last line support to ensure the right support Be aware of the relevant timescales and to respond, fix or escalate according to the limits set out within that structure Accurately assess time to complete tasks to ensure operational and user success Essential: A thorough knowledge of Microsoft Windows Workstation and Server deployment, system management, and desktop support. Experience in the management and deployment of Windows Domain Services, including Active Directory services and account management, Group Policy management, DHCP and DNS services. Microsoft Windows patch management using WSUS. Administration of Hyper-V virtualization systems. Management of Microsoft SQL Servers and Failover clustering. Documentation Skills, with the ability to produce documents for use by colleagues. Sound knowledge of the latest developments and future strategy for their technology area. A "can do" attitude. Self-paced, motivated, and capable of independent problem solving and fault finding. 1st to last line support as part of a small team. Desirable: Advanced Infrastructure skills covering administration. Fault finding/diagnosis and fix, File/Print Clusters. Enterprise Thin Client environment including SmartCards and PKI. Messaging (Microsoft Exchange Server and Database Availability Groups (DAG). Hardware build and evaluation experience. Experienced in the deployment and management of Trellix (McAfee) security systems. Linux server system management, ideally Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) Network communications and routing (ideally Cisco), and VOIP/VTC solutions. Disability Confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us. We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know. To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources

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.

Test Manager Location: Basingstoke (Onsite) Contract Length: 18 Months Clearance: Active DV Clearance Required Rate: 650- 700 per day Outside IR35 The Opportunity We are looking for an experienced Project Test Manager to join a high-profile, secure government infrastructure programme delivering critical national capabilities. This role offers the opportunity to lead and assure complex Test & Trials activity across a large-scale IT infrastructure environment. You will work closely with programme leadership, engineering teams, cyber specialists, and operational stakeholders to ensure solutions are validated, risks are identified early, and delivery meets operational and security expectations. The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, governance, and assurance experience within highly secure defence or government environments and be comfortable operating at programme level, providing independent challenge and strategic oversight. Key Responsibilities Lead the governance, assurance, and oversight of Test & Trials activities across the programme Develop, review, and enhance Test Strategies, Plans, and assurance frameworks Provide expert guidance to programme leadership on test readiness, delivery confidence, and risk Deliver independent challenge to ensure robust validation, compliance, and assurance standards are maintained Coordinate integration, system, acceptance, and operational testing activities Work collaboratively with engineering, cyber security, delivery, and operational teams to ensure aligned execution Produce senior-level assurance reports, readiness assessments, and risk evaluations Identify programme risks and recommend pragmatic mitigation strategies Support transition into service, operational acceptance, and go-live activities Ensure testing activity aligns with operational, technical, and security requirements Essential Experience Active DV Clearance (mandatory) Proven experience leading or consulting on Test & Trials activities within secure government, defence, or national security environments Strong background in test governance, assurance, and strategic test management Experience delivering within complex IT infrastructure or secure systems programmes Ability to advise and influence senior stakeholders on readiness, risk, and delivery confidence Strong understanding of integration, system, operational, and acceptance testing methodologies Experience operating within highly controlled, security-sensitive environments Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Desirable Experience Experience supporting MOD, Defence, or National Security programmes Knowledge of secure networks, infrastructure delivery, or classified environments Experience providing independent assurance or programme-level consultancy Familiarity with delivery methodologies such as PRINCE2, Agile, or ITIL Why Apply? Long-term programme on a critical national infrastructure initiative High-impact role with significant stakeholder exposure Opportunity to shape assurance and testing strategy across a complex secure environment Outside IR35 engagement with competitive day rate Work alongside senior technical and operational specialists on mission-critical delivery programmes

Job Title: DV Cleared Senior Core Applications 3rd Line Engineer / Subject Matter Expert Location: Portsmouth Duration: Until 31/12/2026 with possible extension Rate: Up to 500 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the DV Clearance process Our purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As a Senior Core Applications Engineer, you will play a vital role in supporting our client's secure military systems, directly contributing to this mission. What you'll be doing: Managing and resolving escalated incidents on complex, secure systems, often remotely from 2nd line teams Delivering infrastructure development, testing upgrades, patches, and deploying new software solutions Owning problems and incidents, providing dependable support and solutions Contributing to exciting project work, especially if you are a subject matter expert in key technologies Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure system stability and security What you'll bring: Proven experience with SharePoint (server management, permissions, application integration) Knowledge of VMWare Horizon View VDI and vSphere virtualization Strong scripting skills, particularly PowerShell Experience with Microsoft Server 2016/2022, Hyper-V, and Exchange 2016 Familiarity with Group Policy management and Microsoft Skype Server A broad technical skill set with the ability to adapt and specialise in areas of expertise Dependability, problem ownership, and a proactive approach to support Ideal candidates will also have: Experience working within secure, military or government environments A collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills Qualifications: Relevant certifications in Microsoft, VMware, or security are advantageous A background supporting secure, mission-critical systems Join our client's team and help build a safer, more sustainable future. If you're a dedicated support professional with a broad technical background and a passion for solving complex problems, we want to hear from you! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

We are looking for an experienced Splunk Engineer to lead the design, deployment and optimisation of enterprise-scale security monitoring platforms. This is a hands-on technical role, suited to someone with strong Splunk Enterprise and Splunk Enterprise Security experience, who can take ownership of platform engineering, data ingestion, detection content and performance tuning across complex client environments. This is a key technical leadership role, responsible for ensuring the right tooling, controls and processes are in place to help protect and monitor our clients' environments. The opportunity is ideally suited to someone with deep hands-on experience deploying, managing and optimising Splunk Enterprise and Splunk ES in large, complex environments. In return, the role offers the chance to broaden your capability and gain deeper experience in Elastic Security, with support and training available to help build your expertise further. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to assess risk, design effective security controls and define testing requirements. You will champion security by design, promote engineering excellence and act as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them understand their security challenges and implement practical, effective solutions to strengthen their security posture. This is an excellent opportunity to deepen your hands-on cybersecurity expertise while making a meaningful impact across both client and organisational security. You do need to hold active DV Clearance. Office based in Hemel HBempstead. What you will be doing: Lead the deployment, management and optimisation of Splunk Enterprise and Splunk ES platforms in large, complex environments. Design, implement and maintain data pipelines, including log ingestion, enrichment and schema standardisation. Develop and tune security detection content, translating threat intelligence and TTPs aligned to MITRE ATT&CK into actionable, high-value alerts. Manage the full detection content lifecycle: design, test, deploy, monitor, tune and retire, using version control and rollback processes. Automate workflows and platform configurations using CI/CD, SOAR, scripting and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and Ansible. Ensure platform performance, stability and resilience through capacity planning, high availability, disaster recovery and proactive monitoring. Provide technical leadership and guidance to internal teams and clients on security monitoring strategy and best practice. What you will bring: Proven experience deploying and managing Splunk at enterprise scale. Strong hands-on knowledge of SIEM engineering, including indexing, parsing, onboarding and performance tuning. Experience designing and optimising detection content, including MITRE ATT&CK-aligned use cases and alert tuning to reduce noise. Good understanding of data pipeline engineering, log enrichment, data quality and large-scale ingestion architectures. Strong knowledge of SPL; experience with KQL and EQL would be beneficial, but is not essential. Experience with automation and Infrastructure-as-Code within security monitoring or SIEM environments. Solid understanding of SIEM platform operations, including clustering, scaling, high availability, disaster recovery and performance optimisation. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to improving security operations. An interest in developing expertise in Elastic Security, with support and training available as part of the role. If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Hemel Hempstead Security Clearance Level: DV Cleared Internal Recruiter: Jane Salary: Competitive, depending on experience Benefits: £5400 Car Allowance, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days, private health care, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund ?Loved reading about this job and want to know more about us? Sopra Steria's Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets.

Infrastructure Tester x2 Location: Hampshire (Onsite) Duration: 18 Months Clearance: D V Clearance required (Active) Rate: 450 - 550 a day per day - Outside IR35 We are seeking an experienced DV Cleared Infrastructure Tester to join a major secure government programme based on-site in Basingstoke. This is a hands-on testing role focused on validating and assuring complex Zero Trust Infrastructure environments supporting mission-critical services. Working within a highly secure delivery team, you will be responsible for planning, executing and reporting infrastructure testing activities across a range of technologies, ensuring solutions are robust, secure and fit for operational deployment. Key Responsibilities Design and execute infrastructure test plans, test cases and test scripts. Validate Zero Trust architecture components and supporting infrastructure. Perform end-to-end testing across servers, networks, security controls and integrations. Verify deployments, configurations and environment readiness. Identify, document and track defects through to resolution. Support system integration, functional, non-functional and operational testing activities. Work closely with engineers, architects, security specialists and delivery teams. Produce clear test evidence, reports and assurance documentation. Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and quality standards. Essential Skills & Experience Active UK DV Clearance. Strong hands-on infrastructure testing experience within secure environments. Experience testing complex enterprise infrastructure solutions. Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and security architectures. Understanding of Windows and Linux server environments. Experience testing network infrastructure, authentication services and security controls. Familiarity with virtualised and cloud-based environments. Strong defect management and test reporting skills. Excellent stakeholder communication and documentation abilities. If you'd like to discuss this Infrastructure Tester role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Infrastructure Tester x2 Location: Hampshire (Onsite) Duration: 18 Months Clearance: D V Clearance required (Active) Rate: 450 - 550 a day per day - Outside IR35 We are seeking an experienced DV Cleared Infrastructure Tester to join a major secure government programme based on-site in Basingstoke. This is a hands-on testing role focused on validating and assuring complex Zero Trust Infrastructure environments supporting mission-critical services. Working within a highly secure delivery team, you will be responsible for planning, executing and reporting infrastructure testing activities across a range of technologies, ensuring solutions are robust, secure and fit for operational deployment. Key Responsibilities Design and execute infrastructure test plans, test cases and test scripts. Validate Zero Trust architecture components and supporting infrastructure. Perform end-to-end testing across servers, networks, security controls and integrations. Verify deployments, configurations and environment readiness. Identify, document and track defects through to resolution. Support system integration, functional, non-functional and operational testing activities. Work closely with engineers, architects, security specialists and delivery teams. Produce clear test evidence, reports and assurance documentation. Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and quality standards. Essential Skills & Experience Active UK DV Clearance. Strong hands-on infrastructure testing experience within secure environments. Experience testing complex enterprise infrastructure solutions. Knowledge of Zero Trust principles and security architectures. Understanding of Windows and Linux server environments. Experience testing network infrastructure, authentication services and security controls. Familiarity with virtualised and cloud-based environments. Strong defect management and test reporting skills. Excellent stakeholder communication and documentation abilities. If you'd like to discuss this Infrastructure Tester role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Network Engineer - Contract - Inside IR35 - DV Clearance Required We are seeking an experienced Network Engineer to join a secure programme environment on a contract basis. This is a hands-on technical role operating at CCNP level or above (current certification not required but ability must be demonstrable), focused on the design, implementation, and validation of complex physical and virtual network infrastructure in a secure environment. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and validate physical and virtual networking components across a complex, secure environment Produce and review network design artefacts and supporting engineering documentation Deliver network configuration implementation and testing with a focus on secure, repeatable solutions Perform network monitoring and traffic analysis to maintain performance, security, and service reliability Support hardware and software configuration, life cycle management, and system testing activities Engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders, communicating and justifying proposed solutions effectively What You Will Ideally Bring: Proven network engineering experience operating at CCNP level or above (essential) Hands-on experience with ESXi 8.0.3 and vSphere 8.0.3 (essential) Experience with Cisco Nexus and Cisco IOS XE Leaf and Spine network architecture VXLAN Overlay networks Dual Cloud Dual Hub DMVPN solutions Layer 3 Multicast/PIM Firewall IPS/IDS AAA Management Platforms such as Cisco ISE Desirable: EIGRP routing protocol, QoS and DSCP configuration, VoIP network optimisation, Linux Ubuntu 24.04.4, Cisco Unified Call Manager (CUCM) v15.x, and familiarity with cybersecurity and regulatory compliance requirements Contract Details: Resource Type: Contract - Inside IR35 Rate: £600 per day (Inside IR35) Security Clearance: Active DV Clearance required Start Date: ASAP

Find & Fix / Vulnerability Engineer: Active UK SC Clearance is essential Hybrid - 1 day onsite per week from Stevenage or Filton We are seeking a Vulnerability Management Engineer to take ownership of the full lifecycle of vulnerability management across both internal systems and client environments. This is a key role focused on improving security posture through effective identification, prioritisation, and remediation of vulnerabilities across cloud and on-prem environments. The Role You will be responsible for driving vulnerabilities through to full resolution-ensuring issues are not just identified but properly remediated, verified, and evidenced. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will help balance risk reduction with operational stability while embedding secure practices at scale. Key Responsibilities Own the end-to-end vulnerability remediation lifecycle - from identification and validation through to remediation, verification, and closure Remediate cloud security issues using tools such as: Microsoft Defender for Cloud Azure Advisor AWS Inspector & Security Hub Conduct on-prem vulnerability scanning and coordinate remediation activities Translate security advisories into clear, actionable remediation tasks for engineering teams Resolve OS and application vulnerabilities via patching, hardening, and control implementation Collaborate with infrastructure, platform, and application teams to deploy fixes safely (including change control, testing, and rollback planning) Maintain comprehensive documentation and audit evidence, including root cause analysis and validation Produce regular reporting on vulnerability trends, SLA performance, and residual risk Deliver remediation at scale using DevOps practices and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) Continuously improve vulnerability management processes and security baselines Environment Hybrid cloud : Azure & AWS On-prem infrastructure environments Security tooling and enterprise vulnerability management frameworks Cross-functional collaboration across engineering, security, and operations teams Key Requirements Proven experience in vulnerability management and remediation Strong exposure to Azure, AWS, and on-prem environments Experience with vulnerability scanning and security tools Understanding of security frameworks and best practices DevOps mindset with experience in automation, IaC (Terraform), and scalable solutions Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Active UK SC Clearance is essential

Role: Software engineering specialist Location: London (Alternatives that will also be accepted Cheltenham, Ipswich, or Manchester) Contract: 6 Months Day rate: 605 Inside IR35 Clearance: DV Clearance required due to nature of the project About the Role You'll work in a software-defined, CI/CD-driven environment, where infrastructure, security, and deployment are all managed as code. Our teams move fast, take ownership end-to-end, and continuously improve how we build and run platforms. What You'll Do Build and evolve automated platform capabilities for development, testing, and deployment Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable, repeatable delivery Embed Infrastructure-as-Code and eliminate manual processes Integrate security into engineering workflows (secure by design) Support teams with tools, standards, and best practices Improve automation, performance, and developer experience Collaborate across engineering, security, and operations Monitor and enhance platform reliability and performance What We're Looking For Experience in CI/CD-driven, cloud-based environments Strong focus on automation and continuous improvement Good collaboration and problem-solving skills Technical Experience (some of): Programming/scripting (Python, Java, JavaScript, etc.) CI/CD tools (GitLab, Jenkins) IaC (Terraform, Ansible) Containers (Docker, Kubernetes) Cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) Observability (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK) Git/source control & DevOps practices If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

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.

Azure DevOps Engineer 6-month contract SC Cleared London/Remote Outside of IR35 My SC Cleared customer is seeking a highly skilled Azure DevOps / Platform Engineer with deep, hands-on experience in Azure-native engineering and advanced Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices. This role is ideal for someone who operates at the intersection of DevOps and Software Engineering bringing a strong development mindset to infrastructure design, automation, and testing. Key Skills & Experience from the Azure DevOps Engineer: Active SC Clearance ideal/lapsed considered Advanced Azure Engineering Strong experience designing for high availability Deep understanding of Azure-native services and architecture patterns Github actions Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Expert-level proficiency with Terraform and/or Bicep Strong focus on modularity, reusability, and maintainability Experience integrating automated testing frameworks (e.g. Terratest, Checkov) Azure Networking & Security Hands-on experience with: Managed Identities Private Endpoints Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) CI/CD & Automation Proven experience building advanced pipelines using GitHub Actions Strong understanding of pipeline orchestration, automation, and deployment strategies Key Responsibilities of the Azure DevOps Engineer: Design and implement high availability Azure architectures, including regional failover and load balancing strategies embedded within IaC templates Build and maintain scalable, reusable Terraform and/or Bicep modules following best practices in modular design Github actions Champion Test Driven Development (TDD) principles within infrastructure pipelines Implement automated security and compliance checks using tools such as Checkov or Terratest Develop and manage complex CI/CD workflows using GitHub Actions Engineer secure Azure environments using Managed Identities, Private Endpoints, and RBAC Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Connor Smal via the VIQU IT website. Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment.

Cloud Platform Engineer - AI & National Security Programme Location: On site in Cheltenham Duration: 12 months initially Clearance : You must be a UK Sole National & hold active SC clearance The Opportunity We are seeking talented Cloud Platform Engineers to join a cutting edge programme supporting a UK Intelligence Community customer in the Cheltenham area. This is not traditional defence IT or routine support work. Instead, you'll be part of a forward thinking environment focused on artificial intelligence, machine learning, advanced analytics, and modern cloud-native technologies. What You'll Be Doing As a Cloud Platform Engineer, you will: Design, build, automate and maintain cloud-native platforms and infrastructure Enable Data Science and Software Engineering teams to develop and deploy solutions at scale Work with modern tooling including: AWS Terraform Kubernetes Helm Support rapid delivery of innovative solutions in a mission-critical environment The Environment You'll be working within an AI Lab-style model , where: Experimentation and innovation are actively encouraged Teams rapidly prototype, test, and adopt emerging technologies Requirements evolve-this is a dynamic, exploratory environment New ideas are valued over simply maintaining legacy systems This is an ideal opportunity for engineers who thrive in fast-moving, evolving environments and want to be at the forefront of technology innovation in National Security. What We're Looking For Experience working with cloud-native platforms and infrastructure Strong knowledge of AWS and infrastructure-as-code (Terraform) Hands-on experience with containerisation and orchestration (Kubernetes, Helm) A mindset geared towards innovation, experimentation, and continuous improvement Comfortable working in uncertain or evolving requirements environments Security Requirements Active SC (Security Check) clearance is required Must be a UK Sole National due to the nature of the work and client requirements If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Network Engineer months + +DV cleared - current active clearance +Hybrid working in Corsham +Inside IR35 + 575 - 625 a day We are seeking an experienced Network Consultant / Network Engineer to join a highly skilled technical team responsible for the design, development, implementation and support of complex, secure network infrastructures. This role will focus on designing, building and validating both physical and virtual networking solutions within a highly secure environment. You will work across the full engineering lifecycle, from requirements and design through to implementation, testing, documentation and operational support. This is an excellent opportunity for a network professional operating at CCNP level or above who enjoys working across architecture, implementation, testing and stakeholder engagement within challenging and technically demanding environments. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, build and validate network infrastructure components. Produce and review technical design documentation across all stages of the engineering lifecycle. Develop secure, repeatable and scalable network solutions. Configure, implement and test network services and infrastructure. Support wider system integration and testing activities. Work closely with Service Management teams to investigate and resolve technical issues. Participate in technical workshops and stakeholder meetings, presenting and justifying proposed solutions where required. Provide clear engineering documentation and knowledge transfer to support operational teams. Contribute to strategic network infrastructure planning and continuous improvement initiatives. Monitor network performance and analyse traffic to maintain service reliability, security and operational effectiveness. Essential Skills & Experience Demonstrable network engineering experience operating at CCNP level or above . Strong network monitoring and traffic analysis capabilities. Experience configuring and supporting complex network hardware and software environments. Proven ability to produce high-quality technical documentation. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience working with: VMware ESXi 8.0.3 VMware vSphere 8.0.3 Experience supporting secure and resilient enterprise network environments. Current active DV clearance is essential Highly Desirable Technical Experience Cisco Nexus Cisco IOS XE Leaf and Spine architectures VXLAN Overlay Networks Dual Cloud / Dual Hub DMVPN solutions Layer 3 Multicast (PIM) Firewall technologies including IPS/IDS AAA Management Platforms such as Cisco ISE What We're Looking For The successful candidate will be a technically capable and collaborative engineer who can confidently engage with architects, engineers, service managers and stakeholders across multiple disciplines. You'll be comfortable challenging assumptions, defending technical recommendations and delivering robust network solutions that meet demanding operational requirements. This is an opportunity to work on complex networking challenges within a secure environment, helping to deliver resilient, high-performance infrastructure that supports critical services and operational outcomes. If you'd like to discuss this role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Network Engineer - MUST HAVE MOD SC CLEARANCE - Barrow in Furness, Cumbria - 3 months+/RATE: £525 per day + expenses (inside IR35) One of our Blue Chip Clients is urgently looking for a Network Engineer. Please find some details below: CONTRACTOR MUST BE MOD SC CLEARED AND SOLE UK NATIONAL (no more than 28 days outside the UK during the last 5 years) The candidates MOD SC must have been actively used within the last 12 months The candidate must have 3 months left on their SC clearance to allow time for interview, offer and transfer of clearance Role Description: You will be working on a client site, in collaboration with Project Managers, SMEs and Architects to deliver projects on time and above customer expectation. You will be working closely with support teams and other functions to ensure seamless integration of project work to the Run service. The focus of your role: Undertaking a range of equipment installations and configuration activities for complex or high business impact solutions. Performing infrastructure surveys, wired and wireless. Get involved in office moves, adds, changes. Perform technical refresh of network hardware and cabling. Configuring core infrastructure components eg Switches, Routers, Firewalls, load balancers, voice systems etc Performing impact assessments on large or complex networks. Performing testing to pre-determined plans and analyse results. What you will bring: Expected to have undertaken other Network Engineering roles for at least 5 years. Have demonstrable experience of configuring Network systems, switching, routing, Firewalling, load balancing and voice. Will typically be qualified to Cisco CCNA level or vendor equivalent accreditations. Will be able to demonstrate knowledge of networks including network security, virtual private networking (VPN) converged networks and broadband technologies. Will have the ability to install, configure and troubleshoot LAN/WAN/Voice network Infrastructures for enterprise organisations. Understand racking, cabling and containment systems and standards. An advantage will be Subject Matter Expert in one or more areas. Demonstrates behavioural competencies associated with frequent change, urgency and versatility Will be aware of Company values and demonstrate adherence to them Special Requirements or Accreditations: Required to work 5 days per week in Barrow-in-Furness site. Be a sole UK National. Will not have left the country for more than 28 consecutive days within the last 5 years. Please send CV for full details and immediate interviews. We are a preferred supplier to the client.

Role Title: Network Engineer Location: Barrow-in-Furness, Cumbria, LA14 4BN - full onsite Duration: 3 months, with possible extension Expenses: Payable in line with client policy Engagement: PAYE through umbrella only Clearance Requirements Contractor must be MOD SC cleared and a sole UK national . The candidate must: Have MOD SC clearance that has been actively used within the last 12 months Have at least 3 months remaining on their SC clearance to allow time for interview, offer and clearance transfer Not have spent more than 28 consecutive days outside the UK within the last 5 years Role Description You will work on a client site in collaboration with Capgemini and client Project Managers, SMEs and Architects to deliver projects on time and above customer expectations. You will also work closely with support teams and other functions to ensure seamless integration of project work into the Run service. Key Responsibilities Undertake equipment installation and configuration activities for complex or high business-impact solutions Perform wired and wireless infrastructure surveys Support office moves, adds and changes Carry out technical refreshes of network hardware and cabling Configure core infrastructure components, including Switches, Routers, Firewalls, load balancers and voice systems Perform impact assessments on large or complex networks Perform testing against pre-determined plans and analyse results Required Experience At least 5 years' experience in Network Engineering roles Demonstrable experience configuring network systems, including switching, routing, Firewalling, load balancing and voice Cisco CCNA-level qualification or vendor-equivalent accreditation Knowledge of network security, VPNs, converged networks and broadband technologies Ability to install, configure and troubleshoot LAN, WAN and voice network infrastructures for enterprise organisations Understanding of racking, cabling and containment systems and standards Subject Matter Expert experience in one or more areas would be advantageous Strong behavioural competencies around change, urgency and versatility Awareness of company values and ability to demonstrate adherence to them Special Requirements Required to work 5 days per week on site in Barrow-in-Furness Must be a sole UK national Must not have left the UK for more than 28 consecutive days within the last 5 years

Role Information Security Officer Salary 28,000 Merthyr Tydfil South Wales Onsite role Starting June 2026 Why join Marshall Land Systems in this role: The Security Officer is responsible for the day-to-day delivery of physical security at a Marshall Land Systems site, ensuring the protection of people, assets, and information. This role will play a key part in establishing security operations from an early-stage site and supporting its transition to a fully operational, secure environment in line with defence security requirements. Your responsibilities in this role include: Control access to site, buildings, and restricted areas by verifying credentials, issuing passes, and managing visitor entry. Monitor and operate security systems including CCTV, alarms, access control, and radios, ensuring effective response to any incidents or alerts. Conduct regular patrols and inspections of the site, including perimeter checks, building security, and equipment inspections. Respond to incidents such as alarms, disturbances, emergencies, or unauthorised access attempts, taking appropriate and timely action. Maintain accurate records of incidents, access logs, and daily security activities. Support the implementation of site security procedures, policies, and standards as the site develops. Work closely with the Security Controller and wider team to maintain situational awareness and site security coverage. Assist with the setup, testing, and operation of security systems and processes as the site becomes operational. Provide a professional and visible security presence, acting as a point of contact for employees, visitors, and contractors. Support emergency procedures, including evacuations and coordination with emergency services when required. Apply if you have most of the following; Experience working in a security, guarding, or related role (e.g. corporate, construction, industrial, or critical infrastructure sites). Experience in access control, CCTV monitoring, or site patrols. Experience responding to incidents and following security procedures. Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a dynamic environment. Technical skills/qualifications: Basic knowledge of security operations, including access control, CCTV, and incident Ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records. Good communication skills and ability to communicate professionally with staff and visitors. Experience with CCTV and access control systems. First Aid qualification, desirable or willing to obtain Experience working in a regulated or high-security environment (e.g. defence, government, construction). Additional local needs: This is a site-based role. Candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance (SC as a minimum). Ability to work shifts, including nights, weekends, and public holidays if required. Ability to undertake patrols and remain on feet for extended periods. The benefits for this role are: Opportunity to be part of a new and developing site from an early stage through to full operation. Clear progression pathways into senior roles such as Security Supervisor or Security Controller. Experience working within a regulated defence environment. Opportunity to obtain and maintain UK Security Clearance. Involvement in shaping site security processes and standards as the site grows. Marshall Land Systems is a Canadian-owned global company with an unrivalled pedigree of British engineering excellence. From its origins in Cambridge, UK, through more than a century of innovation, pioneering advances from the nose of Concorde to the early Hydrogen fuel cell technology that ultimately powered the moon landings, Marshall engineers now continue to innovate specialist vehicles and infrastructure for NATO forces across the world. From bomb disposal vehicles to deployed shelters, from command and control to CT scanners on the battlefield, Marshall Land Systems protects people in critical situations with the very best in engineering. It employs 600 people with major facilities the UK, Canada, and the Netherlands.

Site Manager Digital Infrastructure (Glasgow) About the Role: We are hiring on behalf of a leading infrastructure contractor looking for a Site Manager / Site Agent to join their Digital Infrastructure team. You will manage security projects valued between £1m-£8m, ensuring they are delivered safely, on time, and to the highest standards. This hands-on role involves site management across Scotland and northern England, working within a regional team and reporting to the Project Manager. We are looking for Site Managers with a Civils / Rail background to work on projects throughout Scotland. Key Responsibilities: Oversee on-site project delivery, ensuring compliance with approved standards. Coordinate with clients, designers, and subcontractors while reporting to the Project Manager. Supervise subcontractors to maintain quality, safety, and efficiency. Keep accurate site records while ensuring security and confidentiality. Manage work permits and promote a strong health and safety culture. Ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget. Implement and follow business management systems. About You: Proven experience in civil engineering and construction. Strong understanding of security standards. Willing to obtain SC-level security clearance (mandatory). Experience on MOD projects (preferred but not essential). Familiarity with subcontractor management in: Site surveys and investigations Perimeter fencing Drainage and ducting installation Reinforced concrete works Excavation and safe digging Ground investigations Security management solutions A proactive team player with strong problem-solving skills. Willingness to travel as needed. If you're looking for the next step in your career, apply now with your latest CV! For more information, contact Adam Rahma at (phone number removed), quoting reference J45264. Legal Information: We act as an employment agency for permanent work and as an employment business for temporary work. For roles in the UK, applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK. We value diversity and promote equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all areas of society and can discuss any reasonable adjustments to support your application.