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Software Architect (SC Cleared) Position Description At CGI, we deliver secure, mission-critical solutions that help our clients operate with confidence in complex environments. As a Software Architect, you will act as the design authority for the Service Management platform, shaping the technical direction of the solution while ensuring its security, resilience, and long-term success. Working closely with technical and business stakeholders, you will drive architectural decisions, oversee system enhancements, and provide leadership across the software lifecycle. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Software Developer, Infrastructure Engineer, or Architect looking to take the next step into a senior architecture role where they can influence strategy, innovation, and delivery. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This role is based on-site in Reading, 5 days per week. Your future duties and responsibilities As the Software Architect and Design Authority for the Service Management platform, you will take ownership of the technical solution, ensuring it remains secure, scalable, and aligned to business and operational requirements. You will lead the architectural design and analysis of system enhancements, maintain ownership of the requirements and functional baseline, and provide governance for technical changes across the solution. Working closely with business, delivery, development, and operational teams, you will guide architectural decision-making, support the delivery of software and infrastructure changes, and provide technical leadership across incidents, problems, and enhancements. You will also be responsible for maintaining the project's Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), ensuring the ongoing security and integrity of the environment. Key responsibilities: • Lead & Govern architectural design, analysis, and technical decision-making • Own & Maintain the technical solution, requirements, and functional baseline • Review & Approve system changes, enhancements, and architectural updates • Secure & Protect the integrity of the platform through effective security governance • Manage & Maintain Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) services • Analyse & Validate functional and non-functional requirements • Support & Mentor development and operational teams through design reviews and technical guidance • Collaborate & Communicate with business, delivery, and operational stakeholders • Identify & Address architectural risks, dependencies, and improvement opportunities • Evaluate & Adopt emerging technologies, methodologies, and best practices Required qualifications to be successful in this role To be successful in this role, you will have strong software architecture experience and a proven ability to design, govern, and support secure enterprise solutions. You should be comfortable engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, translating business requirements into technical solutions, and providing leadership across the software development lifecycle. Experience working within secure or regulated environments would be highly advantageous. Essential qualifications and experience: • Proven experience as a Software Architect, Solution Architect, Senior Software Engineer, or similar technical leadership role • Strong understanding of software architecture principles, design patterns, and system modelling techniques • Experience analysing and validating functional and non-functional requirements • Ability to make and govern architectural decisions across complex software solutions • Experience supporting software delivery, operational support, and continuous improvement activities • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills • Knowledge of systems integration and enterprise architecture concepts • Experience conducting technical reviews, documentation authoring, and architecture governance • Understanding of software development technologies, frameworks, and deployment environments • Eligibility to obtain or hold UK Security Clearance Desirable experience: • Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) administration and management • Experience within secure, defence, government, or highly regulated environments • Background in software development, infrastructure engineering, or systems engineering • Knowledge of modern development methodologies and DevSecOps practices Location: Reading Working Pattern: 5 days per week on-site Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Senior Software Engineer - Python/AWS/Cloud-Native Engineering SC or DV Cleared | Government Programme | AWS | Python | Terraform | Microservices Location: UK (Hybrid/Remote) Security Clearance: SC or DV required Engagement: Contract (Inside IR35) Sector: Public Sector/Defence/National Infrastructure We are supporting a major secure government programme building modern cloud-native and AI-enabled digital capability within a highly technical AWS engineering environment. The team are looking for a strong Senior Python Software Engineer with experience delivering scalable Back End services, microservices platforms and event-driven cloud solutions within AWS environments. This role sits inside a highly engineering-led team working across Python development, AWS infrastructure, DevOps automation and cloud-native platform delivery. The environment is heavily focused around scalable distributed systems, modern CI/CD practices and cloud-native engineering capability. This is not a traditional enterprise development environment - they need engineers comfortable operating across Back End engineering, cloud integration and modern AWS-hosted microservices architectures. Key responsibilities Designing and developing Python Back End services and APIs Building scalable cloud-native applications within AWS environments Developing event-driven and microservices-based systems Supporting CI/CD and automated deployment pipelines Working closely with DevOps, platform and cloud engineering teams Supporting secure and resilient distributed systems Contributing to technical design, engineering standards and delivery quality Operating within Agile engineering teams delivering modern cloud-native services Core skills required Strong Python engineering experience AWS cloud-native engineering REST APIs/Back End services Microservices and event-driven architectures Terraform/Infrastructure as Code CI/CD pipelines Docker/containerisation Cloud integration experience GitHub Actions/GitLab CI/Jenkins Experience working within Agile engineering teams Highly desirable FastAPI/Flask AWS Lambda/ECS/API Gateway SNS/SQS/EventBridge Kubernetes/EKS DevSecOps experience AI/LLM integration exposure Secure government or regulated environment experience SC, enhanced SC or DV clearance Environment & culture The engineering environment is modern, fast-moving and highly collaborative. The team work closely across software engineering, DevOps, platform engineering and automation functions, with strong focus around delivery quality, automation and cloud-native best practice. Candidates with experience across government digital services, AWS-hosted platforms and modern DevOps engineering environments will align particularly well.

Job Title: DV Cleared Data Engineer Location: Bath Duration: 12 months Rate: Up to 500 per day Must be willing and eligible to go through the DV clearance process Our client, a reputable organisation supporting high-profile government programmes, is hiring a DV Cleared Data Engineer to join a critical, secure environment. This role involves designing, building, and maintaining robust data pipelines and platforms to enable advanced analytics and intelligence operations. What you'll be doing: Develop, optimise, and support scalable data pipelines (batch and streaming) within secure environments. Manage ETL/ELT processes for diverse datasets, ensuring data quality, lineage, and governance. Collaborate with technical and business teams to translate complex requirements into effective data solutions. Maintain Elasticsearch solutions for indexing, search, and real-time data discovery. Ensure data platforms meet security, accreditation, and information assurance standards. Contribute to modern data architecture design across cloud and on-premise environments. Support Agile delivery teams, including Scrum and SAFe. What you'll bring: Proven experience as a Data Engineer in secure government, defence, or intelligence settings. Strong Python and SQL development skills. Hands-on experience with data integration tools like Airflow, NiFi, Azure Data Factory, or AWS Glue. Expertise in Elasticsearch management, indexing, and query optimisation. Knowledge of data modelling, warehousing, and modern data platform architectures. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) in secure environments. Understanding of data security, governance, and information assurance. Experience with DevOps practices, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code. Desirable: Experience within UK Defence, Intelligence, or National Security sectors. Knowledge of big data tools such as Kafka, Spark, or Hadoop. Support for machine learning or advanced analytics workloads. Experience working with classified datasets and Elastic Stack (ELK). If you're ready to contribute to vital national security projects, apply now! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Security Architect +On site in Hampshire +DV cleared role + 700 - 750 a day +Outside IR35 We are seeking a DV Cleared Security Architect to join a Joint Design Team, working on a highly sensitive and mission-critical programme. Reporting directly to the Security Lead, you will play a key role in assuring that Managed Service Provider (MSP) designs and implementations meet the client's stringent security standards and MOD requirements. This is a hands-on assurance and advisory role, operating at both strategic and technical levels within a secure environment. The Role Review and assure high-level and low-level designs produced by MSPs Review MSP security compliance tests, assessments, and evidence Assess and challenge security cases, risks, and design decisions Undertake formal security assessments in line with MOD and client standards Maintain and administer STREAM Provide clear, pragmatic security advice and guidance to the client and stakeholders Skills & Experience Proven experience in Security Architecture within secure or defence environments Strong background in security assessment and assurance Experience conducting security audits and compliance reviews Familiarity with MOD security frameworks, processes, and standards Ability to work confidently with senior stakeholders, suppliers, and delivery teams Active DV clearance is essential If you'd like to discuss this Security Architect role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Our clint, a global organisation, urgently require a Supply Chain Transformation Consultant to join their UK team. In order to be successful, you will have the following background: Strong background in technical design and architecture of specific systems or components within larger supply chain solutions for Defence clients Experience in system architecture, design, and integration within complex enterprise environments, ideally within Defence Able to translate high-level solution designs into detailed system architectures, including component design, interface specifications, and data flows Knowledge of specific Defence architectural frameworks (e.g. MODAF) SC Cleared Within this role, you will be responsible for: Lead the technical design and architecture of specific systems or components within larger supply chain solutions for Defence clients, ensuring alignment with overall solution architecture, technical standards, and security requirements Define system specifications, interface control documents, data models, and detailed technical designs for complex Defence supply chain systems Collaborate closely with solution architects, technical teams, and client stakeholders to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of system Provide technical leadership and guidance to development and engineering teams during system implementation and integration Assess existing client systems, identify technical gaps, and propose robust architectural improvements, focusing on performance, scalability, security, and resilience Manage project workstreams or smaller projects focused on system design, integration, and implementation Contribute to the development of innovative thought leadership and propositions related to system architecture and technology within Defence Mentor and support the professional development of more junior team members Develop trusted relationships with our clients, acting as a credible technical advisor on system design and integration This represents an excellent opportunity to secure a role within a high profile and dynamic organisation. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

SC Cleared Product Owner - Cloud Hosting 6 Months 88 per hour (Inside IR35) Hybrid working - 2-3 Days per week in Reading My client are looking for an experienced Product Owner with a strong background in Cloud Hosting to join a major programme within the Defence and Aerospace sector. This role requires active Security Clearance and experience working within highly regulated, secure environments. The successful candidate will be responsible for defining the vision, strategy, roadmap, and delivery of enterprise cloud hosting services, working closely with business stakeholders, architects, engineering teams, and senior leadership. Responsibilities Define and own the Cloud Hosting product vision, strategy, and roadmap. Engage with business and technical stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into product features, epics, and user stories. Manage and prioritise the product backlog based on business value, dependencies, risk, and delivery capacity. Lead delivery of secure, scalable, and resilient cloud hosting solutions. Act as the primary liaison between business stakeholders and technical delivery teams. Ensure cloud platform services meet security, compliance, governance, and operational requirements. Monitor and improve product performance through appropriate KPIs and metrics. Champion customer experience, self-service capabilities, and continuous improvement. Support architects and engineering teams in shaping integrated cloud platform solutions. Manage risks, issues, and escalations relating to cloud hosting services. Align product delivery with wider technology and portfolio objectives. Stay informed of emerging cloud technologies and industry best practices, advising stakeholders accordingly. Key Objectives Establish and mature the Cloud Hosting product function, including vision, strategy, governance, and backlog management. Deliver regular product increments and measurable business value. Ensure all product activities align with organisational standards, policies, and regulatory requirements. Drive adoption of cloud hosting capabilities across the wider business. Essential Experience Significant experience delivering IT products and services from requirements through to release. Proven Product Owner experience within enterprise-scale cloud environments. Strong understanding of Agile delivery methodologies, including Scrum. Experience managing product backlogs, roadmaps, and stakeholder engagement. Knowledge of cloud hosting technologies and cloud operating models. Understanding of cloud integration concepts and enterprise architecture principles. Experience working within secure, regulated, or mission-critical environments. Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Demonstrable experience working with senior business and technical stakeholders. Knowledge of cloud security, governance, compliance, and risk management. Desirable Experience Defence, aerospace, government, or other highly regulated industry experience. Experience with hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Knowledge of cloud financial management (FinOps). Understanding of service catalogues and cloud governance frameworks. Familiarity with SQL, Python, or related technologies. Previous line management or leadership experience. 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.

PMO - DV cleared months + +On site in Basingstoke +DV cleared role +Outside IR35 + 500 - 550 a day We are seeking a PMO & Associate Scrum Master to support a large-scale Defence IT programme operating within a SAFe Agile environment. Key Responsibilities Support project delivery coordination, governance, reporting, and planning Maintain schedules, RAID logs, delivery plans, and project documentation Coordinate meetings, workshops, and PI Planning activities Support Scrum teams with Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, and dependency management Track and help remove delivery impediments Work closely with Product Owners, Technical Leads, Architects, and stakeholders Essential Experience 3-5 years' PMO / project support experience within Defence Active DV Clearance Experience supporting software delivery teams Knowledge of Agile and Scrum practices Strong communication and stakeholder management skills Desirable SAFe environment experience Scrum Master or SAFe certification Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps, MS Project experience Ideal for a delivery-focused PMO professional looking to develop Scrum Master capability within a secure Defence programme. If you'd like to discuss this PMO - DV cleared in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Technical Architect Central Government Programme Defence Environment Andover HQ (2 days onsite per week) 110,000 - 120,000 + package SC Clearance required Overview An opportunity has opened for a Technical Architect to join a high-security central government programme supporting a major defence-related capability. This is a hands-on architecture role where you will take ownership of complex system design across large-scale, secure environments, ensuring solutions are robust, compliant, and aligned to wider enterprise strategy. You will operate across multi-disciplinary teams, providing technical leadership from early concept through to delivery, governance, and ongoing optimisation. Key Responsibilities You will: Lead the end-to-end technical design of complex systems and services Define, review, and assure architectural solutions across the full delivery lifecycle Provide governance and technical oversight across development and integration activity Conduct impact assessments, design reviews, and risk evaluation of solution changes Translate business and technical requirements into scalable, secure architectures Ensure adherence to enterprise standards, security principles, and regulatory requirements Apply architectural principles across software, infrastructure, cloud, and integration layers Support secure solution design aligned to government and defence security standards Contribute to architecture boards, governance forums, and technical decision-making Provide mentoring, guidance, and architectural leadership to delivery teams Support pre-sales / bid activity including solution shaping, estimation, and client engagement Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements across platforms and services Lead or support proof of concepts and technical demonstrations Technical Environment Strong experience required in: Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) Cloud platforms (AWS or Azure) DevOps / CI/CD toolchains and practices Microservices and web services architecture REST, SOAP, JSON-based integrations Identity and access management (SAML, OAuth, OpenID Connect, Active Directory, LDAP, ADFS) Secure application development (Java or .NET) Agile delivery environments API-driven architectures Security frameworks and principles (OWASP, NCSC guidance) Data protection and GDPR-compliant design Desirable Experience Defence, central government or highly regulated environments SC cleared environments Data architecture and modern data platforms Real-time data integration, APIs, streaming or IoT AI or emerging technology solutions Public sector procurement / bid support exposure Industry certifications (AWS, Azure, Microsoft or equivalent) About You Has operated as a Technical Architect or Senior Solution Architect in complex environments Can operate across both hands-on technical design and stakeholder engagement Understands how to balance security, scalability, and delivery constraints Is confident working in governance-heavy, regulated environments Can influence senior stakeholders and translate complexity into clear decisions

DV Cleared Security Architect 650- 700 per day Outside IR35 Basingstoke 5 Days On Site Active DV Clearance Required We're supporting a major Defence programme and are looking to engage an experienced DV Cleared Security Architect to join a high-assurance environment delivering critical capabilities. This is an opportunity to work on complex, security-sensitive systems within a programme operating at the forefront of UK Defence. Key Requirements: Active UK DV Clearance Sole UK National (UKEO requirements apply) Proven Security Architecture experience within MOD or wider Defence environments Strong understanding of Secure by Design principles and risk-based security approaches Experience producing and maintaining security architecture artefacts and documentation Ability to engage confidently with technical teams, programme stakeholders and senior leadership Familiarity with secure systems engineering, accreditation processes and operating within highly regulated environments Desirable Experience: Enterprise or solution architecture experience within large-scale Defence programmes Knowledge of secure cloud environments and modern infrastructure patterns Experience working across complex, multi-supplier delivery environments Relevant certifications such as CISSP, SABSA, TOGAF or equivalent Contract Details: 650- 700 per day Outside IR35 Basingstoke based 5 days per week on site Long-term programme opportunity Due to the nature of the work, applicants must hold active DV Clearance and be sole UK nationals. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Network Architect months + +DV cleared +On site in Hampshire +Outside IR35 + 550- 650 a day We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to join a high-profile MOD programme delivering secure, mission-critical network capabilities. This is a hands-on architecture role requiring deep technical expertise across modern data centre and wide area networking technologies. Working within a highly secure environment, you will be responsible for designing, assuring and evolving complex network architectures that support large-scale digital transformation and operational requirements. Key Responsibilities Design and develop secure network architectures for enterprise and defence environments. Produce high and low-level network designs, technical documentation and implementation plans. Lead network architecture decisions across data centre, campus and WAN environments. Provide technical assurance and governance throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with engineering, security and delivery teams to ensure successful deployment of network solutions. Support troubleshooting and optimisation of complex network infrastructures. Essential Skills & Experience Active DV Clearance . Proven experience operating as a Network Architect within complex enterprise or defence environments. Strong expertise in: BGP EVPN-VXLAN Software Defined Networking (SDN) WAN Architecture and Design Experience with modern data centre networking technologies and architectures. Strong understanding of network security principles and secure-by-design approaches. Ability to produce detailed technical designs and architecture documentation. Experience working within large-scale transformation or infrastructure programmes. Experience delivering solutions within MOD If you'd like to discuss this Network Architect role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

MOD DV Cleared Network Security Architect Location: Basingstoke, Hampshire (Full-time onsite) Contract: 12-Month Rolling Contract Rate: 600- 700 per day (Outside IR35) Clearance: Active UK MOD DV Clearance Required The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced MOD DV Cleared Network Security Architect to support a high-profile government programme delivering secure and resilient enterprise capabilities within a highly regulated environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an architect with a strong background across both network and infrastructure security domains , capable of translating security requirements into robust technical designs. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in developing security architectures, producing High-Level Designs (HLDs), conducting control mapping activities, and ensuring solutions align with MOD and government security standards. Due to the nature of the programme, this role requires full-time onsite presence in Basingstoke and an active MOD DV clearance . Key Responsibilities Develop and own High-Level Security Designs (HLDs) for complex network and infrastructure solutions. Define end-to-end security architectures supporting programme objectives and operational requirements. Produce and maintain security design documentation, architectural artefacts and technical decision records. Conduct security control mapping against applicable frameworks and standards. Translate business, operational and security requirements into pragmatic technical solutions. Work closely with infrastructure, network, delivery and security teams to ensure secure-by-design principles are embedded throughout delivery. Review existing environments and identify architectural improvements, risks and remediation activities. Support design governance activities including technical reviews, risk assessments and design authorities. Provide security guidance throughout the project lifecycle, from concept through to implementation. Liaise with stakeholders across engineering, programme management and customer teams to ensure alignment of security objectives. Contribute to accreditation and assurance activities where required. Essential Skills & Experience Security Architecture Proven experience operating as a Security Architect or Network Security Architect within secure government or defence environments. Strong understanding of secure architectural principles and secure-by-design methodologies. Demonstrable experience producing: High-Level Designs (HLDs) Security design documentation Architectural decision records Technical standards and guidance Control Mapping & Assurance Hands-on experience conducting control mapping against recognised security frameworks. Ability to interpret security requirements and demonstrate how technical controls satisfy them. Experience supporting assurance, governance and accreditation activities. Familiarity with: NIST 800-53 NCSC guidance MOD security policies JSP 440 principles Defence assurance processes Network Security TCP/IP, routing and switching VLANs and segmentation Firewalls and security zoning IDS/IPS technologies VPN technologies Load balancing concepts Proxy technologies Network Access Control (NAC) Secure remote access DNS and DHCP services Zero Trust networking concepts

Lead Platform Engineer / Principal Platform Engineer Salary: £90,000 - £110,000 + benefits Location: UK Wide Hybrid Working Offices: Bristol, Woking, Worthing, St Paul's London Security Clearance: SC cleared or SC eligible required Up to 6 days per month in office. We are supporting a major Platform Engineering growth programme delivering secure, cloud-native platforms across some of the UK's largest and most complex technology environments. These platforms underpin critical digital services used at a national scale, supporting modern engineering teams working across cloud, data, security, automation and public sector transformation. This opportunity is aimed at experienced Platform Engineers, Technical Leads, Principal Engineers and strong Platform SMEs who have operated at scale and wish to influence how large organisations build, deploy and operate software. You will remain hands-on while having genuine influence over platform direction, engineering standards, governance, reliability and developer experience. What you'll be doing Design, build and improve secure cloud platforms, internal developer platforms and reusable engineering capabilities across complex client environments. Design secure multi-account AWS landing zones and cloud platforms. Build internal developer platforms and self-service capabilities. Design and operate production-grade Kubernetes platforms, including EKS, AKS or OpenShift. Define engineering standards, golden paths, reusable modules and platform patterns. Build observability strategies using Prometheus, Grafana, OpenTelemetry and modern APM tooling. Improve reliability through SLOs, incident reviews and Site Reliability Engineering (SRE) practises. Embed DevSecOps, supply-chain security and secure CI/CD practises. Drive cloud-native modernisation and legacy transformation. Support FinOps and cloud optimisation across large estates. Lead design reviews, technical workshops and mentor engineers. Collaborate closely with architects, engineering teams and senior stakeholders to solve complex platform challenges. What we're looking for Strong experience across several of the following areas: AWS cloud platforms. Kubernetes, ideally EKS, AKS or OpenShift. Terraform or Infrastructure as Code (IaC). CI/CD automation. GitOps tools such as ArgoCD or Flux. Internal Developer Platforms or self-service engineering. Observability tools including Prometheus, Grafana, OpenTelemetry, ELK, Datadog, Dynatrace or New Relic. DevSecOps and supply-chain security. SRE practises, SLOs, SLIs and incident management. Platform governance, cloud standards or landing zones. FinOps and cost optimisation. We are particularly interested in candidates who have worked in large-scale enterprise, financial services, telecoms, retail, defence, public sector, travel, media or other highly regulated environments. This role could suit a technical lead, a hands-on architect, a senior platform engineer ready to progress, or a deep SME in Kubernetes, AWS, observability, cloud platforms or developer enablement. Why this role? Work on genuinely national-scale digital services. Join a strong Platform Engineering community. Solve complex cloud and reliability challenges. Influence engineering direction rather than simply delivering requirements. Remain hands-on while operating at a senior level. Clear progression into Lead, Principal or Architecture career pathways.

Network Architect months + +DV cleared +On site in Hampshire +Outside IR35 + 650- 700 a day We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to join a high-profile MOD programme delivering secure, mission-critical network capabilities. This is a hands-on architecture role requiring deep technical expertise across modern data centre and wide area networking technologies. Working within a highly secure environment, you will be responsible for designing, assuring and evolving complex network architectures that support large-scale digital transformation and operational requirements. Key Responsibilities Design and develop secure network architectures for enterprise and defence environments. Produce high and low-level network designs, technical documentation and implementation plans. Lead network architecture decisions across data centre, campus and WAN environments. Provide technical assurance and governance throughout the project lifecycle. Collaborate with engineering, security and delivery teams to ensure successful deployment of network solutions. Support troubleshooting and optimisation of complex network infrastructures. Essential Skills & Experience Active DV Clearance . Proven experience operating as a Network Architect within complex enterprise or defence environments. Strong expertise in: BGP EVPN-VXLAN Software Defined Networking (SDN) WAN Architecture and Design Experience with modern data centre networking technologies and architectures. Strong understanding of network security principles and secure-by-design approaches. Ability to produce detailed technical designs and architecture documentation. Experience working within large-scale transformation or infrastructure programmes. Experience delivering solutions within MOD If you'd like to discuss this Network Architect role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Network Architect - DV Cleared 15+ Month Contract Outside IR35 650- 750 per day On-site in Hampshire Active DV Clearance required before application We're recruiting for an experienced DV Cleared Network Architect to join a major MOD programme delivering highly secure, mission-critical network infrastructure. This is a long-term contract offering the opportunity to shape complex network architectures within one of the UK's most technically challenging environments. You'll play a key role in the design, assurance and evolution of secure enterprise network solutions, working alongside engineering, security and delivery teams to support large-scale digital transformation. What You'll Be Doing Design secure, resilient network architectures for enterprise and defence environments. Produce High-Level Designs (HLDs), Low-Level Designs (LLDs) and supporting technical documentation. Lead architecture decisions across data centre, campus and WAN environments. Provide technical governance and architectural assurance throughout the project lifecycle. Work closely with engineering and security teams to ensure successful implementation. Support the optimisation and troubleshooting of complex network infrastructures. Essential Skills Current DV Clearance (essential). Proven experience as a Network Architect within defence, government or other highly secure enterprise environments. Strong technical expertise in: BGP EVPN-VXLAN Software Defined Networking (SDN) Enterprise WAN Architecture & Design Experience designing modern data centre network architectures. Strong understanding of secure-by-design principles and network security best practices. Ability to produce detailed architecture documentation, HLDs and LLDs. Experience delivering large-scale infrastructure or digital transformation programmes. Desirable Previous experience delivering network solutions within the MOD or wider UK Government. Experience working on complex, mission-critical programmes. Contract Details 15+ Month Contract Outside IR35 650- 750 per day On-site in Hampshire Active DV Clearance required before application This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term contract on a high-profile defence programme, working with cutting-edge networking technologies in a secure environment. Apply today with your latest CV for immediate consideration.

Network Architect months + +DV cleared +On site in Hampshire +Outside IR35 +£650-£700 a day We are seeking an experienced Network Architect to join a high-profile MOD programme delivering secure, mission-critical network capabilities. This is a hands-on architecture role requiring deep technical expertise across modern data centre and wide area networking technologies. Working within a highly secure environment, you will be responsible for designing, assuring and evolving complex network architectures that support large-scale digital transformation and operational requirements. Key Responsibilities Design and develop secure network architectures for enterprise and defence environments. Produce high and low-level network designs, technical documentation and implementation plans. Lead network architecture decisions across data centre, campus and WAN environments. Provide technical assurance and governance throughout the project life cycle. Collaborate with engineering, security and delivery teams to ensure successful deployment of network solutions. Support troubleshooting and optimisation of complex network infrastructures. Essential Skills & Experience Active DV Clearance . Proven experience operating as a Network Architect within complex enterprise or defence environments. Strong expertise in: BGP EVPN-VXLAN Software Defined Networking (SDN) WAN Architecture and Design Experience with modern data centre networking technologies and architectures. Strong understanding of network security principles and secure-by-design approaches. Ability to produce detailed technical designs and architecture documentation. Experience working within large-scale transformation or infrastructure programmes. Experience delivering solutions within MOD If you'd like to discuss this Network Architect role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (see below) and I will get in touch.

Network Architect - DV Cleared 15+ Month Contract Outside IR35 £650-£750 per day On-site in Hampshire Active DV Clearance required before application We're recruiting for an experienced DV Cleared Network Architect to join a major MOD programme delivering highly secure, mission-critical network infrastructure. This is a long-term contract offering the opportunity to shape complex network architectures within one of the UK's most technically challenging environments. You'll play a key role in the design, assurance and evolution of secure enterprise network solutions, working alongside engineering, security and delivery teams to support large-scale digital transformation. What You'll Be Doing Design secure, resilient network architectures for enterprise and defence environments. Produce High-Level Designs (HLDs), Low-Level Designs (LLDs) and supporting technical documentation. Lead architecture decisions across data centre, campus and WAN environments. Provide technical governance and architectural assurance throughout the project life cycle. Work closely with engineering and security teams to ensure successful implementation. Support the optimisation and troubleshooting of complex network infrastructures. Essential Skills Current DV Clearance (essential). Proven experience as a Network Architect within defence, government or other highly secure enterprise environments. Strong technical expertise in: BGP EVPN-VXLAN Software Defined Networking (SDN) Enterprise WAN Architecture & Design Experience designing modern data centre network architectures. Strong understanding of secure-by-design principles and network security best practices. Ability to produce detailed architecture documentation, HLDs and LLDs. Experience delivering large-scale infrastructure or digital transformation programmes. Desirable Previous experience delivering network solutions within the MOD or wider UK Government. Experience working on complex, mission-critical programmes. Contract Details 15+ Month Contract Outside IR35 £650-£750 per day On-site in Hampshire Active DV Clearance required before application This is an excellent opportunity to secure a long-term contract on a high-profile defence programme, working with cutting-edge networking technologies in a secure environment. Apply today with your latest CV for immediate consideration.

DV Cleared Privileged Access Management (PAM) SME Contract: Initial 6-Month Contract Rate: 90- 95 per hour (Inside IR35) Location: Yeovil, UK Working Pattern: Minimum 3-4 days per week on site, with a preference for full-time on-site presence. Extended working hours can be accommodated to reduce the number of days required on site. Security Clearance: Current UK Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance is mandatory Overview We are seeking an experienced DV Cleared Privileged Access Management (PAM) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the design, implementation, integration, and ongoing enhancement of secure privileged access solutions within highly secure and regulated environments. This role requires a hands-on technical specialist with deep expertise in PAM technologies, secure platform engineering, and cyber security controls. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering secure access management capabilities across complex enterprise and mission-critical environments. Key Responsibilities Act as the technical authority for Privileged Access Management solutions and associated platform technologies. Lead the design, implementation, and integration of PAM solutions across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud environments. Capture, analyse, and translate complex business and technical requirements into secure PAM architectures and solutions. Develop high-level and low-level technical designs aligned with security-by-design principles. Own technical delivery activities, including planning, estimation, implementation, testing, and reporting. Design and implement privileged access models across complex enterprise environments. Integrate PAM platforms with enterprise services, applications, and infrastructure components. Develop automation capabilities for account onboarding, offboarding, credential rotation, and access workflows. Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and knowledge transfer to engineering teams. Support security accreditation activities and ensure compliance with relevant cyber security standards and controls. Engage with stakeholders to present technical solutions, provide recommendations, and justify design decisions. Essential Skills & Experience Current UK Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance - mandatory. Extensive experience delivering enterprise-scale Privileged Access Management solutions. Strong hands-on experience with PAM platforms, including CyberArk or equivalent solutions. Expertise in secure credential storage, password rotation, session management, and privileged access control models. Experience integrating PAM solutions into enterprise platforms and services. Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems . Experience with virtualisation technologies including VMware and Hyper-V . Solid understanding of networking concepts, including: TCP/IP DNS DHCP Firewalls Strong automation and scripting capabilities using: PowerShell Bash Python Ansible Terraform Knowledge of cyber security controls, governance, and accreditation requirements. Experience working across the full systems engineering lifecycle. Proven experience delivering solutions within highly controlled and secure environments, including air-gapped, government, or defence environments. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Skills Experience with cloud platforms including AWS and Azure . Infrastructure as Code (IaC) implementation experience. Experience integrating with enterprise services such as Active Directory, PKI, monitoring platforms, and SIEM solutions. Experience with DevSecOps tooling and CI/CD pipelines. API-driven automation of privileged account lifecycle management. Integration of PAM platforms with SIEM/SOC tooling for monitoring and audit. Experience with containerisation technologies including Docker and Kubernetes . Knowledge of enterprise Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions. Security Clearance This position requires active UK Developed Vetting (DV) clearance prior to commencement. Candidates without current DV clearance cannot be considered for this assignment.

DV Cleared Privileged Access Management (PAM) SME Contract: Initial 6-Month Contract Rate: £90-£95 per hour (Inside IR35) Location: Yeovil, UK Working Pattern: Minimum 3-4 days per week on site, with a preference for Full time on-site presence. Extended working hours can be accommodated to reduce the number of days required on site. Security Clearance: Current UK Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance is mandatory Overview We are seeking an experienced DV Cleared Privileged Access Management (PAM) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the design, implementation, integration, and ongoing enhancement of secure privileged access solutions within highly secure and regulated environments. This role requires a hands-on technical specialist with deep expertise in PAM technologies, secure platform engineering, and cyber security controls. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering secure access management capabilities across complex enterprise and mission-critical environments. Key Responsibilities Act as the technical authority for Privileged Access Management solutions and associated platform technologies. Lead the design, implementation, and integration of PAM solutions across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud environments. Capture, analyse, and translate complex business and technical requirements into secure PAM architectures and solutions. Develop high-level and low-level technical designs aligned with security-by-design principles. Own technical delivery activities, including planning, estimation, implementation, testing, and reporting. Design and implement privileged access models across complex enterprise environments. Integrate PAM platforms with enterprise services, applications, and infrastructure components. Develop automation capabilities for account onboarding, offboarding, credential rotation, and access workflows. Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and knowledge transfer to engineering teams. Support security accreditation activities and ensure compliance with relevant cyber security standards and controls. Engage with stakeholders to present technical solutions, provide recommendations, and justify design decisions. Essential Skills & Experience Current UK Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance - mandatory. Extensive experience delivering enterprise-scale Privileged Access Management solutions. Strong hands-on experience with PAM platforms, including CyberArk or equivalent solutions. Expertise in secure credential storage, password rotation, session management, and privileged access control models. Experience integrating PAM solutions into enterprise platforms and services. Strong knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems . Experience with virtualisation technologies including VMware and Hyper-V . Solid understanding of networking concepts, including: TCP/IP DNS DHCP Firewalls Strong automation and Scripting capabilities using: PowerShell Bash Python Ansible Terraform Knowledge of cyber security controls, governance, and accreditation requirements. Experience working across the full systems engineering life cycle. Proven experience delivering solutions within highly controlled and secure environments, including air-gapped, government, or defence environments. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Skills Experience with cloud platforms including AWS and Azure . Infrastructure as Code (IaC) implementation experience. Experience integrating with enterprise services such as Active Directory, PKI, monitoring platforms, and SIEM solutions. Experience with DevSecOps tooling and CI/CD pipelines. API-driven automation of privileged account life cycle management. Integration of PAM platforms with SIEM/SOC tooling for monitoring and audit. Experience with containerisation technologies including Docker and Kubernetes . Knowledge of enterprise Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions. Security Clearance This position requires active UK Developed Vetting (DV) clearance prior to commencement. Candidates without current DV clearance cannot be considered for this assignment.

Job title: SC Cleared Solutions Architect Location: Bristol (Remote/Hybrid) Duration: 6 months possible extension Rate: Up to 650 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process Our client, a leading organisation in the defence and aviation sector, is seeking a talented Solutions Architect to support their Information Services division. This is an exciting opportunity to work on large-scale, complex projects within a secure military environment, delivering innovative solutions that meet stringent standards. What you'll be doing: Developing and documenting business requirements, architecture, and design for diverse IT solutions. Ensuring solutions adhere to Babcock technology standards, governance, and ITIL frameworks. Assessing existing software/hardware interfaces and recommending enhancements. Providing technical support, facilitation, and planning to ensure clear understanding of system needs. Collaborating with Enterprise Architects to create and update standards and processes. Supporting bid activities and new business ventures with technical expertise. Managing resourcing and ensuring smooth project delivery through effective process creation and monitoring. What you'll bring: Proven experience in delivering large-scale technical solutions, ideally within the aviation or military sectors. Strong knowledge of Microsoft, Cisco, Oracle, Azure/AWS Cloud, and mobile device management. Technical qualifications such as MCSE, CCNA, or similar. Experience with secure SaaS/PaaS solutions, third-party integrations, and environments aligned with government standards. Familiarity with architectural tools, TOGAF, and Prince II or equivalent management methodologies. Excellent stakeholder management, communication skills, and the ability to work independently under pressure. Security clearance to MOD SC level or higher is essential. Essential Skills Redhat, Kubernetes and Cluster, OpenShift, Docker and Azure. This is a fantastic chance to contribute to critical projects in a dynamic environment. If you're a proactive, adaptable professional with a passion for innovative technology solutions, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join a reputable organisation committed to excellence and security. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Agile PMO & Scrum Master + Long term contract + Outside IR35 + 500 to 550 per day + DV Cleared role + Full time onsite in Hampshire Key Skills: + DV Clearance + Infrastructure & Network background + Full time onsite We are looking for a PMO & Associate Scrum Master to support a large-scale Defence IT programme operating within a SAFe Agile environment. This role is ideal for a PMO or Project Delivery professional with Defence experience who is looking to develop their Scrum Master skills while maintaining a strong delivery and governance focus. Key Responsibilities Support day-to-day programme and project delivery activities. Maintain project plans, schedules, milestones and dependency trackers. Monitor progress, risks and issues, providing regular status reporting. Coordinate meetings, workshops and Programme Increment (PI) Planning activities. Maintain project documentation, governance records and action logs. Support resource planning, change control and cross-team dependency management. Act as Associate Scrum Master for one or more Scrum teams. Facilitate Agile ceremonies and help remove team impediments. Support sprint planning, backlog management and continuous improvement initiatives. Build strong relationships with Product Owners, Architects, Technical Leads and stakeholders. Skills & Experience Essential 3-5 years' experience in PMO, Project Coordination or Delivery Support within Defence. Experience supporting software or IT delivery teams. Knowledge of Agile and Scrum methodologies. Strong organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Experience working in a SAFe environment. Scrum Master certification (CSM, PSM or equivalent). SAFe certification or exposure. Experience with Jira, Confluence, Azure DevOps and Microsoft Project.