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We are seeking a Penetration Tester to join a growing Offensive Security team within a specialist cyber security consultancy. This is an exciting opportunity to join at a time of significant investment and growth, helping to strengthen existing testing services while contributing to the development of new capabilities across areas such as Red Teaming, Operational Technology (OT), Threat-Led Security Testing and emerging technologies. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering penetration testing engagements, supporting process improvement initiatives, and helping to build a scalable and mature testing function. This position offers excellent opportunities for professional development, certification support and future progression into senior or leadership positions. JOB ROLE - PENETRATION TESTER LOCATION - LONDON (OCCASIONAL ON-SITE WORK) SALARY - £45,000-£55,000 + BENEFITS Key Responsibilities Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing engagements across: Internal infrastructure External infrastructure Web applications Networks and systems Perform configuration and build reviews using recognised security frameworks and benchmarks. Produce clear, concise and actionable technical reports detailing findings, risk ratings and remediation recommendations. Utilise industry-standard security testing tools including Burp Suite, Nessus, Metasploit, Nmap, Wireshark and related technologies. Work directly with clients and stakeholders, presenting findings and providing remediation guidance where required. Support the continuous improvement of testing methodologies, processes and documentation. Assist in creating and maintaining standard operating procedures, testing guides and knowledge-sharing materials. Collaborate with wider cyber security teams to support service development and research initiatives. Contribute to research and development activities across new security testing disciplines and technologies. Participate in occasional out-of-hours and on-site engagements where client requirements dictate. Required Skills & Experience Minimum 2 3 years' experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment or offensive security. Experience conducting: Internal and external infrastructure testing Web application security testing Security assessments and audits Vulnerability identification and validation Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols, routing and firewall technologies. Experience working with Windows, Linux and macOS environments. Familiarity with security assessment tools such as: Burp Suite Nessus Metasploit Nmap Wireshark Experience producing high-quality technical reports and client-facing documentation. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage workload independently. Comfortable working in a consultancy or client-facing environment. Eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance. Desirable Skills & Certifications CREST CRT, CPSA, CCT or equivalent certification. OSCP or similar offensive security qualification. Cyber Scheme accreditation. CHECK Team Member status.

Senior Operational Acceptance Tester (SFIA Level 4) About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect Consulting is a UK-based digital transformation consultancy delivering secure, scalable, and user-centred solutions across government and enterprise organisations. We specialise in agile delivery, cloud platforms, data, and modern engineering practices-helping clients build reliable services that meet high operational and compliance standards. Role Overview - Senior Operational Acceptance Tester The Senior Operational Acceptance Tester (OAT) is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing Operational Acceptance Testing activities to ensure applications and services are fully operationally ready before production deployment. You will work closely with delivery teams, infrastructure, DevOps, service management, and business stakeholders to validate operational readiness, identify operational risks, and provide confidence for successful production releases. Key Responsibilities Operational Acceptance Testing Plan and execute Operational Acceptance Testing activities across multiple releases. Define operational test scenarios, test data, and execution plans. Validate operational readiness before production deployment. Ensure OAT activities align with release and deployment schedules. Operational Test Execution Execute and coordinate testing for: Monitoring and alert validation Alert simulation and escalation testing Backup and restore validation Failover and disaster recovery testing Batch processing and restart validation Stability and soak testing Operational support procedures Security and access validation Environment verification Defect & Evidence Management Produce comprehensive operational test evidence. Record, prioritise, and manage operational defects. Support root cause analysis of production readiness issues. Coordinate retesting after fixes. Maintain OAT documentation and audit artefacts. Collaboration Work closely with DevOps, Infrastructure, Service Management, and Development teams. Participate in release readiness and go-live reviews. Support operational sign-off activities. Contribute to continuous improvement of operational testing practices. Mentoring Support and mentor junior testers. Review operational test cases and evidence. Promote testing best practices across the team. Required Experience 4-7 years of Software Testing experience. Strong hands-on Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT) experience. Experience executing production readiness testing. Good understanding of SIT, UAT, and Release Management. Experience with defect management tools. Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills. Strong documentation and stakeholder communication skills. Experience working within Agile delivery teams. Experience working in regulated or enterprise environments. Nice to Have Exposure to AWS and/or Azure. Experience with monitoring and logging platforms. Understanding of ITIL processes. Knowledge of Change, Incident, and Problem Management. Exposure to CI/CD pipelines. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe diversity drives innovation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported. We actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, individuals from under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all.

About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect Consulting is a UK-based digital transformation consultancy delivering secure, scalable, and user-centred solutions across government and enterprise organisations. We specialise in agile delivery, cloud platforms, data, and modern engineering practices-helping clients build reliable services that meet high operational and compliance standards. Role Overview - Operational Acceptance Tester The Operational Acceptance Tester (OAT) supports the execution of Operational Acceptance Testing activities to ensure systems are operationally ready before production deployment. Working under the guidance of senior testers and test leads, you will execute operational test scenarios, document results, identify defects, and help ensure successful production readiness. Key Responsibilities Operational Testing Execute Operational Acceptance Testing according to approved test plans. Perform operational readiness validation before production releases. Execute operational test cases and document results accurately. Support production readiness assessments. Operational Test Activities Assist in testing activities including: Monitoring and alert validation Backup and restore testing Batch processing validation Basic failover testing Operational support checks User access verification Environment readiness validation Defect Management Log defects with clear evidence. Retest resolved issues. Maintain operational test documentation. Produce accurate execution reports. Collaboration Work with QA, Developers, DevOps, Infrastructure, and Support teams. Participate in test planning and daily Agile ceremonies. Support release validation activities. Continuous Improvement Follow established testing standards and best practices. Contribute ideas to improve operational testing processes. Continuously develop operational testing knowledge. Required Experience 2-4 years of Software Testing experience. Exposure to Operational Acceptance Testing or Production Readiness Testing. Experience executing SIT and UAT test cases. Understanding of software testing principles. Experience using defect tracking tools. Good analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong communication and documentation skills. Experience working in Agile teams. Nice to Have Basic exposure to AWS or Azure. Familiarity with monitoring tools. Understanding of ITIL concepts. Knowledge of release and deployment processes. Exposure to CI/CD pipelines. Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe diversity drives innovation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported. We actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, individuals from under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all.

Penetration Tester - Bristol - £40,000-45,000 We're working with a well-established and highly regarded cyber security consultancy, known for delivering high-end penetration testing, vulnerability assessment and red teaming services to clients across critical sectors including telecoms, finance, defence, rail and aerospace. Their team has a strong track record of working on complex, high-stakes engagements ranging from national infrastructure projects through to global enterprise clients. They're now looking to bring in an experienced Penetration Tester to join their growing technical team, based out of their Bristol office with regular travel to client sites. What you'll be doing: Planning and delivering penetration tests across networks, systems and applications, identifying vulnerabilities and security weaknesses Carrying out detailed vulnerability assessments, security audits and risk analysis, producing clear reports with practical remediation guidance Working alongside the red team to run realistic attack simulations and evaluate client security controls Building and using exploitation tools to demonstrate real-world impact and help clients understand their risk exposure Writing well-structured, client-ready reports covering findings, risk ratings and recommended fixes Acting as a key point of contact for clients - scoping engagements, presenting results, and advising on how to strengthen their security posture Keeping up to date with emerging threats and testing techniques, and continually refining tools and methodology Taking on elements of project and client management as part of engagement delivery Key skills and experience needed: A degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Security or a related discipline CHECK Team Member, Crest Registered Tester, or an equivalent recognised certification At least 2 years' hands-on experience in penetration testing and vulnerability assessment Solid grounding in network protocols, operating systems and core security technologies Confident use of tools such as Metasploit, Burp Suite and Nmap Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with genuine curiosity about current threats and attack techniques Comfortable communicating technical findings clearly to both technical teams and senior stakeholders Able to work independently on client sites as well as collaboratively within a wider consulting team Confident presenting and delivering training where required Beneificial (not essential): Code review experience Exposure to audit frameworks such as ISO 27001, CTAS or CAS(T) Experience mentoring or informally leading within a technical team Why this role: This is a genuine opportunity to work on varied, high-impact engagements across some of the most security-conscious sectors in the UK, rather than repetitive, low-value testing work. You'll be part of a collaborative technical team with real investment in your development - including funded certifications, access to modern tooling, and the chance to contribute to wider security research initiatives. Performance-based incentives sit on top of a competitive base salary. Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Role: Application Support Engineer / Developer Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 Per Annum Location: Hybrid (Central London) The Opportunity: Our client, a leading organisation specialising in medical imaging technology and clinical research, is looking for a Developer to join its growing technology team. This is a varied position that combines software development with platform / application support, offering the opportunity to work on both a well-established legacy platform and a modern cloud-based application used to support global clinical trials. The role centers around the companies core platform, and providing high level application support in a production environment. Rather than being a purely development-focused role, you'll play a key part in ensuring the reliability and ongoing evolution of business-critical platforms. You'll work closely with developers, technical teams and stakeholders to troubleshoot complex issues, deliver new functionality and help shape the future of the organisation's technology landscape. This role would suit someone who enjoys solving technical problems, working across multiple technologies and balancing day-to-day platform support with longer-term development projects. Key Responsibilities: Platform Support & Maintenance Provide end-to-end support for both legacy and modern clinical imaging platforms Manage and prioritise technical support requests, ensuring issues are resolved efficiently Troubleshoot complex application and infrastructure issues across multiple environments Software Development & Continuous Improvement Develop and maintain scripts to support platform configuration and data management Contribute to feature development across both legacy and cloud-based applications Identify opportunities to improve existing workflows, processes and system performance Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with development teams to interpret and implement new technical requirements Act as a technical point of contact for developers, testers and wider internal teams Promote knowledge sharing and software development best practices across the business Documentation & Technical Standards Produce and maintain clear technical documentation Support the ongoing evolution of development standards and internal processes What We're Looking For: Essential Experience: Degree in Computer Science or related discipline In depth experience working within Linux / Unix environments Strong scripting experience using Bash and/or Python Experience working with SQL databases Understanding of object-oriented programming principles Proven experience troubleshooting complex technical issues within production environments Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Desirable: Commercial experience with Java and/or C# Experience working with Microsoft Azure Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes and Azure DevOps Experience using Git for source control Front-end development experience, ideally with React Understanding of Agile software development methodologies Experience working with medical imaging technologies or DICOM standards If you're a Software Engineer, Developer or Application/Platform Support Engineer with a passion for solving complex technical challenges and are looking for a varied role that combines platform support with software development, we'd love to hear from you. Important Notice: We are expecting a high volume of applications for this role and while we do our best to respond to as many applicants as we can, it isn't always possible to get back to everyone. With this in mind, if you've not heard from a member of our team within 2 weeks of submitting your CV, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. Both Leo Technology and the companies we partner with are incredibly passionate about building environments where people from all backgrounds and walks of life are embraced. Our mission is to welcome everyone and create inclusive teams. We celebrate difference and encourage people from all backgrounds to apply. Leo Technology Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Leo Technology website.

About Scrumconnect Scrumconnect Consulting is a UK-based digital transformation consultancy delivering secure, scalable, and user-centred solutions across government and enterprise organisations. We specialise in agile delivery, cloud platforms, data, and modern engineering practices-helping clients build reliable services that meet high operational and compliance standards. Role Overview - Lead OAT Tester The Lead Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT) Tester is responsible for leading and executing operational readiness testing to ensure systems are fully production-ready before go-live. You will own the OAT strategy, manage test execution, produce operational evidence, and provide assurance that services are stable, resilient, monitored, and supportable. This role involves close collaboration with delivery, infrastructure, DevOps, and support teams, as well as mentoring junior testers. Key Responsibilities OAT Leadership & Strategy Lead the planning and execution of Operational Acceptance Testing activities Define OAT scope, approach, and entry/exit criteria Ensure alignment with release and deployment timelines Act as the OAT point of contact for stakeholders OAT Test Execution Lead and oversee operational test coverage, including: Monitoring and alert validation Alert simulation and escalation testing Backup and restore testing Failover and disaster recovery execution Batch job restart validation Stability and soak testing Access, security, and support readiness checks Evidence, Risk & Defect Management Ensure detailed and auditable operational test evidence is produced Log, prioritise, and track operational defects and risks Coordinate retesting and validate fixes Maintain OAT artefacts, reports, and audit documentation Collaboration & Governance Work closely with infrastructure, DevOps, and support teams to validate operational readiness Lead OAT walkthroughs, reviews, and sign-off sessions Support release, go-live, and milestone readiness reviews Provide operational assurance to programme and delivery leadership Team Leadership Mentor and support QA/OAT team members Review test artefacts produced by junior testers Promote best practices and continuous improvement within OAT Required Experience 6-9 years of QA/Testing experience Strong hands-on experience in Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT) Prior experience leading OAT activities or teams Experience across SIT and UAT with a strong operational focus Excellent analytical, documentation, and stakeholder management skills Experience working in regulated or controlled environments Strong understanding of production readiness and live support models Nice to Have Experience with cloud platforms (AWS and/or Azure) Exposure to monitoring, logging, and alerting tools Understanding of incident, problem, and change management processes Experience working in Agile delivery environments Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe diversity drives innovation. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and supported. We actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, individuals from under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all.

Lead DevSecOps Engineer - SC Cleared Rate: 600 - 645 a day IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Clearance required: MOD SC Location: Office visits to London circa once a week You will join a global IT Consultancy delivering digital transformation to the MoD. As an experienced, client-facing Lead DevSecOps Engineer you will drive and coordinate DevSecOps practices across multiple digital products. Products will be deployed across the MOD digital estate (MODCloud), including MOD's instances of Microsoft Azure (MODCloud ACE / i-ACE), AWS (MODCloud ICE) and Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI / MODCloud OCE). You will embed security, compliance and automation into the software delivery lifecycle, ensuring platforms and applications meet stringent security and operational standards. You will also establish consistent, documented processes used by DevSecOps engineers across each environment, including a coordinated approach for releasing updates across the integrated set of products and platforms in scope. This role requires deep expertise in CI/CD pipelines, delivery workflows and security tooling across these cloud environments, alongside strong collaboration with developers, DevSecOps engineers, infrastructure engineers and test teams. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, document and continuously improve DevSecOps practices across the delivery teams, including: Secure, automated CI/CD pipelines Security scanning integrated into build, test and deployment workflows Vulnerability lifecycle management, including allowlist processes and risk acceptance where required Secrets management and identity/access management Policy enforcement for workloads, container images and infrastructure Observability, monitoring, logging and audit controls Partner with developers to embed secure-by-design engineering and ensure compliance with MOD security standards. Enable and govern Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices across teams and environments. Contribute to incident response, patching cycles and compliance reporting, ensuring lessons learned are captured and actions tracked. Document security processes, controls and operational runbooks in Confluence. Key Skills and Experience Proven experience as a DevSecOps Lead, establishing and operating DevSecOps ways of working and associated tooling across the following areas (hands-on and leading others): CI/CD and GitOps (e.g. GitHub Actions, Argo CD, Argo Rollouts) Security and compliance tooling (e.g. Trivy scanning and vulnerability management, HashiCorp Vault, cert-manager) Containers and orchestration (e.g. Docker, AWS EKS) Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform) Observability (e.g. Grafana, Loki) Scripting and automation (e.g. Python, Bash) Cloud and networking fundamentals (e.g. AWS IAM, S3, network policies) Experience delivering within the UK Government Digital Service (GDS) lifecycle on a public sector engagement. Experience working with and leading distributed and hybrid teams. Demonstrated ability to work across cross-functional teams, particularly with developers, testers and DevSecOps engineers. Strong facilitation, communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience influencing at multiple levels.

Lead DevSecOps Engineer 645 per day inside ir35 Remote 6 months (scope for extension) SC Clearance is required for this role Lead the security and automation strategy behind one of the UK's most significant Defence digital transformation programmes. We're looking for an experienced Lead DevSecOps Engineer to drive secure software delivery across a complex, multi-cloud environment supporting critical UK Defence capabilities. This is a highly visible role where you'll shape DevSecOps standards, influence engineering teams, and ensure security is embedded throughout the entire software delivery lifecycle. What You'll Be Doing Leading DevSecOps practices across multiple digital products Designing and improving secure CI/CD and GitOps pipelines Embedding security scanning, vulnerability management and compliance controls Driving Infrastructure as Code adoption and governance Implementing secrets management, IAM and policy enforcement Enhancing observability through monitoring, logging and audit capabilities Collaborating with developers, testers, infrastructure and security teams to deliver secure-by-design solutions Tech Stack GitHub Actions Argo CD / Argo Rollouts Terraform Docker & Kubernetes (EKS) HashiCorp Vault Trivy Grafana & Loki Python & Bash AWS, Azure & OCI What We're Looking For Proven experience leading DevSecOps teams and practices Strong hands-on background across cloud, automation and security tooling Experience delivering within UK Government or GDS environments Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Ability to influence engineering standards across distributed teams If you are interested, please submit your CV.

Mechanical Fitter Required The Opportunity: Opportunity to develop a career as a Mechanical Fitter for a leading engineering organisation in the Rail Sector, promising full training and future increased earning potential. With fantastic potential for career development, this position is a great starting point for someone with a mechanical interest that wants to specialise in maintaining and repairing key company assets and becoming a valuable member of the team. Offering a varied role to include planned and reactive maintenance, breakdown response and full refurbishment programmes of railway vehicles, we are looking for a motivated individual who thrives at problem-solving and hands-on tasks to take their next career step into this permanent work opportunity. Location Bardon, Coalville, Leicester, Loughborough, Ashby Role and Responsibilities Repair, refurbishment and maintenance of company assets Rail vehicle fault-finding and modifications Damage repairs on a variety of railway freight vehicles Adhere to strict health and safety guidelines at all times The Candidate Have an interest in hands-on, mechanical work Be willing to learn, and fully embrace the training process Be able to take on board instructions and work safely Essential Full UK Driving License Mechanical aptitude having worked with tools previously Due to the nature of this work being physically demanding, any potential candidates will be required to undergo a medical and drugs and alcohol screening prior to start Likely Job Titles: Mechanical Fitter, Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Fitter, MOT Tester, Mechanic, Plant Fitter About Ford & Stanley Group Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group are in the business of people and performance. Our mission is to create one million better workdays through facilitating great recruitment, leadership and occupational mental fitness. We support our clients in their most challenging business areas - recruiting, developing, and retaining the best talent from shop floor to boardroom. Ford & Stanley TalentWise - Business specialising in blue collar trade & technical services permanent and temporary. Ford & Stanley Recruitment - Business specialising in white collar spanning all company functions with specialist verticals within Digital, Rail Engineering, Civils & Infrastructure, General Manufacturing, Supply Chain & Logistics both permanent and contract. Ford & Stanley Executive Search Business specialising in Executive Search & Executive Interim Solutions in the UK, North America, Middle East and Europe. Ford & Stanley Genius Performance - Performance is always accelerated when good people are coached, inspired, trained and focused in the right way. Ford & Stanley Talent Services Group Ltd is a Disability Confident employer that is committed to a policy of equal opportunities for all opportunity seekers. We shall adhere to such a policy at all times and will review on an on-going basis all aspects of recruitment to avoid unlawful or undesirable discrimination. We will treat everyone equally irrespective sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, colour, race, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief or political beliefs and we place an obligation upon all staff to respect and act in accordance with the policy. Services advertised by Ford & Stanley are that of an employment consultancy business.

hackajob is collaborating with Ordnance Survey to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Engineer Full Time £43,918 to £51,238 OSHQ Southampton Hybrid working Join Ordnance Survey - Shape the future of location data Ordnance Survey is the national mapping agency for Great Britain, and we're transforming how the world uses location data. Our digital services, data pipelines and platforms support governments, businesses and developers every day. To keep innovating, we're looking for an experienced Engineer to help us build secure, scalable and high-quality software that makes a real difference. About the role As an Engineer, you will design, build and maintain software components that underpin Ordnance Survey's products and services, working in an iterative, agile delivery environment. You will contribute hands-on engineering expertise while helping to improve how software is designed, delivered and operated across the team. You will develop software components and modules involved in product generation, along with the supporting infrastructure they rely on. The role requires a DevSecOps mindset, combining sound software engineering, infrastructure awareness and security by design to deliver reliable, well tested and maintainable solutions. You will be expected to take responsibility for the services you build through to production, supporting their operation and helping identify and resolve issues as they arise. Alongside delivery, you will collaborate closely with other engineers and contribute to improving the team's capability in Scala, Databricks and secure engineering practices. What you'll do Build and maintain software components using modern engineering and iterative delivery practices. Provide expert software development and configuration in your technical area. Understand, apply and advocate engineering best practices, industry patterns and solutions. Ensure software is secure, reliable and thoroughly tested. Support and operate the services you create, helping identify and resolve production issues. Work collaboratively within agile, cross functional delivery teams. In this role, you will: Provide technical skills to continuously improve engineering capability across all stages of the engineering lifecycle. Develop infrastructure, coordinating with project management, geospatial engineers, data scientists and testers to ensure successful outcomes. Promote and actively share best practices across teams to drive consistency and quality. Operate and support the production services you build, finding opportunities to improve robustness, resilience and overall system stability. About You We're looking for someone who can build high-quality systems. You'll work with team members and stakeholders, developing and implementing best practices regarding infrastructure and DevOps You will have experience in: Building, deploying, testing, debugging, scaling, and monitoring secure systems Clear communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across technical and nontechnical stakeholders. Developing modules for use on Databricks as well as data access manager Automated Access and Security Management Key Responsibilities Developing and maintaining production infrastructure Driving improvements in engineering techniques to increase performance of the system and the team Technical skills we're looking for Azure DevOps and Azure Cloud Services (Entra, Batch, ADLS) Azure Infrastructure as code Data Pipeline tooling (Databricks (with Unity Catalog / Airtable / Spark / ADF etc) experience Experience with Scala, Bicep, Python, PowerShell The Rewards We want you to love what you do and feel supported to do your best work. Our benefits include: Competitive salary and pension (OS contribute up to 12.07%) Performance related bonus (where applicable) 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays (increasing with service) Enhanced family leave, including paid partner leave Hybrid and flexible working options Learning and development support, coaching and mentoring Free subscription to OS Maps and access to wellbeing support Volunteering leave and matched fundraising Location We embrace a hybrid working model at OS, because we believe in flexibility and balance. You'll be based at our fantastic HQ in Southampton, Hampshire, where you'll spend 50% of your working week collaborating face-to-face with colleagues. It's all about combining the best of both worlds connection and autonomy to help you thrive. Security OS conducts pre-employment checks for anyone made an offer of employment, including identity, right to work, employment history and criminal record checks (via Disclosure & Barring Services (DBS). Closing date: Tuesday 21 July 2026 at 23:59pm Interviews are scheduled to take place from MS Teams or in person at Ordnance Survey Head office . We are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that people may need during the recruitment process, and you will be asked whether you require any during the application process. Research indicates that women, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQ+ community members, neurodiverse individuals, and people from ethnic minority backgrounds often hesitate to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Ordnance Survey, we are dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace where everyone can thrive. If you're enthusiastic about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly match every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the ideal candidate for this or other roles within Ordnance Survey. Skills required for this role: Analysis, Computer Coding, Computer Programming, Delivery Methodologies, Software Components, Software Development, Software Engineering, Technical Support, Testing

I am recruiting for a Designer to be based in Reading 1-2 days a week, remaining time remote. The role falls inside IR35 so you will be required to work through an umbrella company for the duration of the contract. PAM (Privileged Access Management) & PAW (Privileged Access Workstations) expertise is essential. The Designer will be responsible for developing detailed designs for the PAM and PAW solution based on the approved architecture. The role will convert high-level architecture into implementable designs, ensuring that the solution can be built, tested, deployed, and supported effectively. Candidates must have strong technical design experience in security, identity, infrastructure, or network environments. Practical understanding of PAM and PAW concepts and implementation considerations is essential. You must have experience designing secure access solutions for privileged users and administrators and have an understanding of network access, Firewall rules, remote access, jump Servers, hardened workstations, and administrative access paths. You will have the ability to produce clear, detailed, and implementation-ready technical documentation. Experience of working with architects, engineers, testers, PMs, BAs, and operations teams is required for this role. If the above matches your experience particularly PAM & PAW please apply ASAP.

UAT and Infrastructure Tester +Permanent opportunity +Hybrid working on site in London 3 days a week + 45,000 - 55,000 Skills: +Infrastructure Testing experience +UAT +AWS / Azure +Manual and automated testing experience We're looking for a Junior UAT & Infrastructure Test Analyst to support testing across business applications and core infrastructure platforms. This is a hands-on role for someone early in their testing career who wants broad exposure, real responsibility, and a fast learning curve - not just clicking buttons and logging tickets. You'll work closely with senior testers, engineers, and business stakeholders, supporting UAT delivery while gaining strong exposure to infrastructure and technical testing. Key Responsibilities UAT & Business Testing Support delivery of UAT cycles across multiple projects Execute test cases and scripts based on defined requirements Work with business users to coordinate and support UAT activities Log, track, and retest defects through to resolution Help produce UAT documentation and reporting Infrastructure & Technical Testing Support testing of infrastructure changes such as: Cloud migrations Network and platform upgrades OS updates and patches Assist with: Smoke testing Regression testing DR and failover test activities Validate system stability before production release Test Delivery & Quality Maintain test cases, test data, and documentation Contribute to continuous improvement of test processes Support automation and tooling initiatives where relevant Required Experience 1-3 years experience in software testing or UAT Basic understanding of: IT infrastructure Cloud platforms (AWS / Azure / GCP - exposure is fine) Networks, servers, or application platforms Experience using defect and test management tools (e.g. Jira, Xray, Zephyr, TestRail) Strong attention to detail and a structured mindset Clear communication skills and confidence working with stakeholders Nice to Have (But Not Essential) Exposure to infrastructure or technical testing Basic automation knowledge SQL or API testing exposure What's On Offer Broad exposure across business + technical testing Fast development path into Senior Test Analyst / Test Lead Hybrid working - real flexibility, not "remote but actually office" Strong training, mentoring, and career progression If you're an inquisitive, technically-minded tester who thrives in diverse environments and enjoys getting into the details that make systems stable and scalable - we'd love to hear from you. 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.

Infrastructure Tester +Permanent opportunity +Remote working - 2 days a month in London on site + 42,000 - 50,000 plus benefits package We're looking for an experienced Manual & Automation Tester to join our Technical Excellence Capability Centre, working remotely as part of a collaborative team delivering enterprise-scale solutions across a range of sectors. This is more than a traditional testing role. Alongside manual and automated testing, you'll validate infrastructure, environments, deployments and integrations, working closely with Developers, DevOps Engineers and Project teams to ensure every solution is robust, secure and fit for purpose. What you'll be doing As a key member of our QA team, you will: Design, execute and maintain manual test plans across infrastructure, backend services and application layers. Validate deployments, configuration changes and environment stability across cloud platforms, servers and CI/CD pipelines. Perform integration, regression and performance testing across multiple platforms. Work closely with Development and Operations teams to identify, troubleshoot and resolve issues early in the delivery lifecycle. Automate repetitive testing activities using appropriate tools and frameworks. Contribute to the continuous improvement of QA standards, processes and tooling. Support the Test Manager and wider delivery teams in achieving successful outcomes. What we're looking for You'll have at least 3 years' experience in a testing role within large enterprise environments and be confident working across both manual and automated testing. You'll also bring: Proven hands-on experience in manual testing, supported by automation testing experience. Experience testing large enterprise systems, including Java and Oracle web applications. Experience testing Windows 11 and associated applications within an Evergreen environment. Knowledge of cloud and infrastructure environments (Azure, AWS or on-premises). Experience testing APIs, services and system integrations. Hands-on experience with tools such as Postman, Jenkins, JMeter or similar. Experience with system integration and data migration testing. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. The ability to understand business processes and translate them into effective testing approaches. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project and Visio. Desirable experience Understanding of networking, containers or CI/CD pipelines. Scripting experience with Python, Bash or PowerShell. Infrastructure as Code (IaC) validation experience using Terraform or Ansible. ISTQB certification. Additional technical certifications 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.

VGC Group are currently recruiting for a LCV Fitter / LGV Mechanic to join our team on a major project in Leiston, Suffolk. We are looking for an experienced and reliable LCV Fitter to inspect, maintain and repair a wide range LGV's. The successful candidate with have hands on technical experience and the ability to work alone and part of a team. They will also have strong diagnostic skills and experience working on LGV's. Basic pay rate: £19.10per hour PAYE Shift- 12 days on, 2 days off. 12 hour days Start Date: ASAP, subject to gaining vetting Lodge pay is available for the successful candidate, if they meet the criteria. As the LCV Fitter/ LGV Mechanic, your responsibilities may include: -Ensuring vehicles remain safe, complaint and fully operational -Carry out routine servicing, maintenance and repairs on LGVs, trailers and other fleet vehicles -Diagnose mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic faults -Ensure all work meets DVSA, manufacturer and company compliance requirements -Complete preventative maintenance tasks and defect rectification -Replace and repair components e.g breaks, clutches, suspension, steering systems, gearboxes and engines -Use diagnostic tools to identify and resolve fault codes -Conduct roadside breakdown repairs when required -Maintain accurate documentation -Keep workshop and equipment safe, clean and well maintained -Follow safe systems of work The successful candidate will have: -NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Light Vehicle Maintenance & Repair ( or equivalent) -City & Guilds Light Vehicle qualifications (desirable). - Full UK driving licence. -MOT Tester licence (beneficial). -CSCS Card For the right candidate, this is a great opportunity to work on a major project on a long term basis. If you are interested in this position, please apply with an up to date CV or contact the following Madeleine Shipley - (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) Kayleigh Keeling - (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) Charlie Cottingham- (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) VGC Group is a leading labour supply provider, partnering with major contractors on major infrastructure and construction projects across the UK. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we support and develop our workforce throughout their careers. INDEN

DevOps Azure (SC Cleared) Taunton (Hybrid) 3 - 6 Month Contract £500/day (Outside IR35) DevOps Engineer needed with active SC Security Clearance and strong hands-on Azure Cloud experience. 3 to 6 Month Contract based in Taunton (Hybrid). Hybrid Working - primarily working remotely from home with travel to the Taunton (Somerset) office typically 3 times per month. A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation on a large-scale Government project. Paying up to £500/day (Outside IR35). Start ASAP during Summer 2026. Key skills, experience + tasks will include: DevOps Engineer to support the design, implementation + maintenance of secure, scalable + automated cloud environments within a regulated Azure ecosystem. Working closely with Lead Developers, DevOps Leads, Architects + Testers to enable efficient software delivery through automation, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), CI/CD pipelines, and cloud platform management. Hands-on DevOps Engineer who can drive operational excellence, deployment reliability + continuous improvement across the development lifecycle. Must have strong Azure Cloud Services experience, including hands-on experience with Azure DevOps pipelines + release management. Strong understanding of CI/CD principles and deployment automation + Git-based version control systems. Implement + manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools like: Bicep, Terraform + ARM Templates. Develop, maintain, and support CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and Git-based workflows. Key Tasks: implementing automated build, deployment, environment provisioning processes, trouble-shooting, monitoring tools within Azure environments. Configure and maintain Azure cloud resources across Development, Test, UAT, and Production environments. Assist in implementing containerized solutions using Docker + Azure Kubernetes Services (AKS). Active SC Security Clearance is essential for this contract.

We are seeking a Penetration Tester to join a growing Offensive Security team within a specialist cyber security consultancy. This is an exciting opportunity to join at a time of significant investment and growth, helping to strengthen existing testing services while contributing to the development of new capabilities across areas such as Red Teaming, Operational Technology (OT), Threat-Led Security Testing and emerging technologies. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering penetration testing engagements, supporting process improvement initiatives, and helping to build a scalable and mature testing function. This position offers excellent opportunities for professional development, certification support and future progression into senior or leadership positions. JOB ROLE - PENETRATION TESTER LOCATION - LONDON (OCCASIONAL ON-SITE WORK) SALARY - £45,000-£55,000 + BENEFITS Key Responsibilities Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing engagements across: Internal infrastructure External infrastructure Web applications Networks and systems Perform configuration and build reviews using recognised security frameworks and benchmarks. Produce clear, concise and actionable technical reports detailing findings, risk ratings and remediation recommendations. Utilise industry-standard security testing tools including Burp Suite, Nessus, Metasploit, Nmap, Wireshark and related technologies. Work directly with clients and stakeholders, presenting findings and providing remediation guidance where required. Support the continuous improvement of testing methodologies, processes and documentation. Assist in creating and maintaining standard operating procedures, testing guides and knowledge-sharing materials. Collaborate with wider cyber security teams to support service development and research initiatives. Contribute to research and development activities across new security testing disciplines and technologies. Participate in occasional out-of-hours and on-site engagements where client requirements dictate. Required Skills & Experience Minimum 2-3 years' experience in penetration testing, vulnerability assessment or offensive security. Experience conducting: Internal and external infrastructure testing Web application security testing Security assessments and audits Vulnerability identification and validation Strong understanding of networking concepts, protocols, routing and firewall technologies. Experience working with Windows, Linux and macOS environments. Familiarity with security assessment tools such as: Burp Suite Nessus Metasploit Nmap Wireshark Experience producing high-quality technical reports and client-facing documentation. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong organisational skills and ability to manage workload independently. Comfortable working in a consultancy or client-facing environment. Eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance. Desirable Skills & Certifications CREST CRT, CPSA, CCT or equivalent certification. OSCP or similar offensive security qualification. Cyber Scheme accreditation. CHECK Team Member status.

DV Cleared Infrastructure Tester - 6 months+ extensions, 500- 600pd DOE - Full time on site (Hampshire) Looking for a High Level clearance/ DV Cleared Tester with good knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems, together with the experience of working within a multi-disciplined engineering team. You will leverage your knowledge of integration frameworks to support the continuous integration, deployment, and testing of new features across complex environments. Hands on experience in infrastructure engineering, including the testing, deployment, and maintenance of robust, scalable systems. Direct experience testing and integrating any of the following: Identity and access management (IDAM) systems including role based access control (RBAC) Public key infrastructure (PKI) Server monitoring, audit and patch deployment Key Duties and Responsibilities Running manual tests using the project approved tools. Interpretation of test results and preliminary investigation of failures. Raising defects and monitoring them through to resolution. Develop scripts for sub-systems integration testing (end to end test). Good knowledge of IT infrastructure, including Servers, networks, and virtualisation technologies. Good understanding of network protocols, and experience with both Linux and Windows operating systems. Required Competencies Experience of Testing. Experience of Integration and testing of sub-systems. Experience designing and producing manual Tests. Experience of Test Management Tools Linux Desired Competencies Experience of SAFe and agile ways of working Good Problem investigation and analysis skills ISTQB Foundation Certification This temporary contract is inside IR35 and will require working under the direction of the client delivery manager as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will follow established delivery processes and working practices This temporary contract is the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting at SC/DV level. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, reserved post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have, or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance List of national security vetting clearance levels with guidance on who requires clearance and what checks are completed. Damia Group Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept our Data Protection Policy which can be found on our website. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job. Should the role require the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, Reserved Post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003.

Junior Security Testing Analyst Location: London SE1 (Hybrid Working available following successful training and onboarding) Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 Depending on Experience + Excellent Benefits & Career Progression Full Time / Permanent Remarkable Jobs are recruiting on behalf of a growing Cyber Security Consultancy. We are seeking a motivated and technically curious Junior Security Testing Analyst to join a growing Cyber Security team based in London. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with around 1-2 years of Cyber Security experience who is looking to develop their career within Vulnerability Assessment, Penetration Testing, and Security Testing. The successful Junior Security Testing Analyst will work alongside experienced Penetration Testers and Security Consultants, supporting the delivery of vulnerability assessments, attack surface reviews, security testing activities, and remediation programmes across a diverse portfolio of clients. This role offers a clear progression path towards becoming a Penetration Tester, supported by mentoring, practical client work, and funded certifications. Please note: Unfortunately, this role is not able to offer visa sponsorship or visa transfer support. Applicants must already have the unrestricted right to work in the UK. Junior Security Testing Analyst Role: As a Junior Security Testing Analyst , you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of Vulnerability Assessment and Security Testing services. You will investigate vulnerabilities, validate findings, perform reconnaissance and enumeration activities, and assist with client-facing reporting and remediation support. Junior Security Testing Analyst Key Responsibilities: Support the delivery of Vulnerability Assessments, Penetration Testing, Attack Surface Management, and Security Testing services. Perform reconnaissance, enumeration, service analysis, and vulnerability identification activities. Configure, schedule, and monitor vulnerability scans using approved security testing tools. Review scan results, validate findings, and help reduce false positives. Investigate exposed services, insecure configurations, and common infrastructure weaknesses. Assist with penetration testing activities under the guidance of experienced Security Consultants. Support vulnerability research, evidence gathering, and technical reporting. Coordinate remediation follow-up and retesting activities. Maintain accurate documentation, testing records, and asset inventories. Follow recognised security frameworks and testing methodologies, including OWASP and CREST-aligned practices. What They Are Looking For: Essential: Approximately 1-2 years of Cyber Security experience. Exposure to Vulnerability Assessment, Security Testing, Vulnerability Management, or Junior Penetration Testing. Good understanding of networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, ports, and services. Working knowledge of Linux and Windows environments. Familiarity with vulnerability scanning tools such as Nessus, OpenVAS, AppCheck, Qualys, or similar. Exposure to security testing tools such as Nmap, Burp Suite, Kali Linux, Metasploit, Nikto, or Gobuster. Understanding of CVEs, CVSS scoring, vulnerability prioritisation, and remediation processes. Awareness of the OWASP Top 10 and common web application vulnerabilities. Strong written communication and report-writing skills. Desirable: CREST CPSA, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA PenTest+, eJPT, PNPT, or similar Cyber Security certifications. Experience using platforms such as Hack The Box, TryHackMe, PortSwigger Academy, or Offensive Security Labs. Scripting experience in Python, Bash, PowerShell, or similar. Exposure to AWS, Azure, or GCP security concepts. Bug bounty or responsible disclosure experience. Junior Security Testing Analyst Key Attributes: Passionate about Cyber Security and ethical hacking. Naturally curious with a strong desire to learn and develop. Methodical and detail-oriented. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Comfortable investigating and validating technical findings. Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills. Committed to continuous professional development. What's on Offer: Excellent benefits package. Clear career progression pathway into Penetration Testing and Security Consulting. Direct mentoring from experienced Cyber Security professionals. Funded training and industry-recognised certifications. Exposure to real-world client environments and security testing engagements. Hybrid working available following successful training and onboarding. Opportunity to join a collaborative and growing Cyber Security team. Long-term career development within a respected and expanding Cyber Security consultancy. If you're looking to build a long-term career within Cyber Security and want to develop your technical skills within a supportive and professional environment, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now!

Penetration Tester Permanent Horsham Hybrid Up to £60,000 Are you an experienced Penetration Tester looking to take the next step in your offensive security career? This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative Cyber Defence team where you'll deliver hands-on security testing across web applications, APIs, infrastructure, and cloud environments while working alongside experienced security professionals. You ll play a key role in identifying vulnerabilities, supporting remediation, contributing to purple team exercises, and helping shape security best practice across the organisation. This role offers excellent opportunities to develop your technical expertise, work with modern security tooling, and progress towards senior offensive security positions. Key Responsibilities: Deliver penetration testing across web applications, APIs, infrastructure, and cloud environments using recognised industry methodologies. Perform end-to-end testing activities including reconnaissance, exploitation, post-exploitation, validation, and reporting. Produce clear, risk-based penetration testing reports with practical remediation recommendations for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Support the management of external penetration testing providers, reviewing test quality, validating findings, and ensuring consistency of deliverables. Assist with vulnerability assessments, risk prioritisation, remediation tracking, and re-testing activities. Work closely with development, engineering, and delivery teams to embed security testing into project lifecycles and advise on appropriate testing approaches. Contribute to purple team exercises, incident investigations, and wider Cyber Defence initiatives. Help improve internal testing methodologies, playbooks, tooling, and knowledge sharing across the team. Maintain awareness of emerging threats, vulnerabilities, attacker techniques, and offensive security tools. Key Requirements: Previous hands-on experience as a Pen Tester delivering assessments across web applications, APIs, infrastructure, and cloud environments. Strong understanding of common vulnerability classes, including the OWASP Top 10, authentication and authorisation flaws, input validation issues, and business logic vulnerabilities. Knowledge of penetration testing methodologies such as OWASP, PTES, and NIST, with practical experience using offensive security tools. Experience interpreting vulnerability scan results and validating security findings. Understanding of attacker tactics, techniques, and procedures, and how they apply in real-world scenarios. Ability to produce clear, well-structured technical reports with risk-based remediation advice. Holds, or is working towards, a recognised penetration testing certification such as CREST CPSA/CRT, OSCP, or equivalent experience. Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across technical and business teams. Analytical, organised, collaborative, and passionate about offensive security with a proactive approach to continuous learning. Penetration Tester Permanent Horsham Hybrid Up to £60,000 Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty via the VIQU website. Know someone exceptional for this position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). Follow us on IT Recruitment for more exciting opportunities.

Test Manager Max Supplier Rate: 450 - 525 Clearance Required: BPSS Duration: 6 months Location: Telford - 2 days on site per week IR35 Status: inside Job Description: Borders & Trade within the client are poised for a noteworthy transformation, exploring the opportunity to move away from legacy systems built on the Ingres database and OpenROAD technology. The intention is to transition from older infrastructure, ease licensing limitations, and begin a new chapter with the "MORIS" programme. To support the MORIS initiative, bringing together a diverse, multidisciplinary team with expertise in project and delivery management, AI engineering, Azure platforms, Power Platform, Java, VB6, architecture, testing, and other relevant areas. They will guide this important work under ITDL, drawing on Agile methodologies and rapid prototyping where suitable. An AI-Accelerated Delivery Team will also be involved, aiming to introduce innovative, AI-enabled solutions throughout the process, helping to facilitate Actian Exit's timely progression. The main objective is to ensure a smooth and effective transition away from Actian technologies. The programme encompasses 36 Border and Trade services and is organised into several workstreams, which include: Services migrating to ETMP Services requiring read-only access via a new Data Retention and Viewer capability Services that will be updated using new technologies Services that will be moved off the Ingres database while maintaining their current VB6 or Java front ends Role Overview The Test Manager will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of all testing activities that are related to services migrating to ETMP (currently 2 services) within the MORIS Programme. This role ensures quality delivery across multiple test phases (System Integration, Regression, E2E, UAT, and OAT/Non-Functional Testing) and aligns with the client MU standards and governance frameworks. They are the ITDL for the programme and have full accountability for the testing (i.e. no use of ATS). Key Responsibilities Test Strategy & Planning Define and maintain the test strategy in line with the client MU's Baseline Organisational Test Strategy. Create the Test Approaches for each of the ETMP services (2 services in scope) Develop detailed test plans, schedules, and resource models for SIT, E2E, UAT, and OAT/NFR phases. Ensure risk-based testing approaches are applied across all user journeys. Governance & Stakeholder Management Act as the primary point of contact for testing within the MORIS Programme, engaging with EM's, Delivery Managers, Environment Managers, and the client stakeholders. Provide regular progress reporting, RAID management, and escalation of risks impacting test milestones. Team Leadership Manage and mentor test leads and analysts, ensuring adherence to the client MU competency frameworks and modern ways of working. Coordinate additional testers for peak phases and ensure knowledge transfer across teams. Defect & Quality Management Own the defect management process, ensuring timely triage, prioritisation, and resolution. Promote continuous improvement and adoption of automation where feasible. Compliance & Security Ensure all testing activities comply with the clients MU security and data protection policies. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Test Manager in large-scale transformation programmes (preferably the client or government projects). Strong knowledge of test phases: SIT, E2E, BAT, NFR, and UAT. ISTQB Certification (Foundation or Advanced). Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Familiarity with tools such as Azure DevOps and Jira. Ability to manage complex dependencies and environments. Desirable Experience with migration programmes and legacy system replacement. Knowledge of the client MU frameworks and governance. Exposure to low-code/no-code platforms and modernisation initiatives. Experience and knowledge of ETMP. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.