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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.

About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, and more to deliver innovative digital services that matter. Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Performance Tester to deliver hands-on load and performance testing across large-scale digital services and Back End applications, with experience of working with cloud-based distributed services. This is a technical, delivery-focused role operating in structured and governed environments where performance, resilience, and scalability are critical to service success. Key Responsibilities Design and execute load, stress, volume, soak, and scalability tests Analyse performance results, logs, and system metrics to identify bottlenecks Gather and Validate performance NFRs, volumetrics, and capacity assumptions Prepare and maintain performance test scripts and execution runbooks Execute tests in cloud-hosted (AWS) non-production environments Raise performance defects with clear technical evidence Support CI/CD integration for performance testing where required Contribute to test reports, defect triage, and test completion evidence Work closely with developers, architects, platform, and operations teams Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience in performance testing of enterprise systems Hands-on delivery using tools such as JMeter, Gatling, LoadRunner, k6 (or equivalent) Solid understanding of: APIs, HTTP, databases, messaging, caching Backend and distributed system performance characteristics Experience analysing logs and monitoring data Familiarity with Agile and hybrid delivery models Experience working in regulated or high-assurance environments Desirable Experience with APM tools (eg Dynatrace, AppDynamics, Elastic Search with Kibana/Grafana across digital services ) Public-sector or large programme delivery experience Familiarity with GDS Scope & Accountability Responsible for hands-on performance test design and execution Owns quality and accuracy of assigned test artefacts and results Contributes analysis and recommendations but does not hold final assurance authority Works under the direction of a Lead Performance Tester or Test Manager Accountable for timely delivery of agreed performance testing activities Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is 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 - 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.

ChangeIT are working with a Public Sector focused Consultancy, that are looking to grow out their National Security team. We are recruiting for a number of roles that cover the DDaT capability framework between SFIA levels 4-6. Due to the nature of the environment you would be joining, it is an essential requirement for candidates to hold Enhanced Developed Vetting Clearance (eDV). - All roles will be Permanent, and can be based anywhere around the Untied Kingdom. We are interested in the following candidates: Delivery Managers Product Managers Software Developers Senior Software Developers DevSecOps Engineers Cloud Engineers Testers Tech Leads Please follow the steps to apply and one of our screening team will be in touch should you hold the correct clearance.

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.

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.

Change-IT are working with a Public Sector focused Consultancy, that are looking to grow out their National Security team. We are recruiting for a number of roles that cover the DDaT capability framework between SFIA levels 4-6. Due to the nature of the environment you would be joining, it is an essential requirement for candidates to hold Enhanced Developed Vetting Clearance (eDV). All roles will be Permanent, and can be based anywhere around the Untied Kingdom. We are interested in the following candidates: Delivery Managers Product Managers Software Developers Senior Software Developers DevSecOps Engineers Cloud Engineers Testers Tech Leads Please follow the steps to apply and one of our screening team will be in touch should you hold the correct clearance.

Functional Tester - SC Cleared (ETL, Data Migration, NHS) Leeds (Hybrid) Mainly remote 2-3 Month Contract rolling £400-£425/day (Inside IR35) Functional Tester needed with active SC Security Clearanc, NHS experience preferred on ETL and Data migration experience . Essential Active SC Clearance used last 12 months. Need candidates Start ASAP July 2026. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Functional Testing and ideally ETL and Data migration experience with NHS experience preferred . A chance to work with a leading global IT and Digital transformation business on the delivery of a complex cloud solution programme for a Government client. Hybrid Working: remote (WFH), and Leeds week working on-site in when required Leeds office and mainly remote. Key experience + tasks will include: Functional Tester activities ideally with strong hands-on experience in ETL testing and data migration. Work within an Agile environment and a rainbow team structure, ensuring collaboration across multiple squads. Apply estimation techniques and adhere to established quality processes throughout testing phases. Design, review, and execute test cases, ensuring complete coverage and alignment with requirements. Create and manage test data, estimate execution timelines, and proactively identify and discuss test issues. Maintain a requirements traceability matrix (RTM) to ensure end-to-end coverage. Manage defect logging, triage, and resolution, conducting regular show and tell sessions. Review and validate test artifacts for quality and compliance with the defined strategy. Establish and refine testing processes, ensuring efficient defect management and accurate progress reporting. Work to quality processes and mentor junior team members. Align testing objectives with overall project and business goals.

(SC Cleared) Software Tester - Ripponden (Onsite) - Up to 50,000 Are you the type of person who enjoys uncovering issues before anyone else finds them? Do you take pride in delivering high-quality software and enjoy working closely with engineers to improve products from the ground up? We're looking for a Software Tester to join a growing engineering team developing technology that supports some of the UK's most critical national security and defence programmes. This is an opportunity to work on technically challenging projects where quality, reliability and attention to detail are paramount. What you'll be doing You'll play a key role in ensuring software is thoroughly tested before release, working alongside developers and technical stakeholders throughout the development lifecycle. Your responsibilities will include: Designing and executing comprehensive test plans and test cases Performing functional, regression, integration, sanity and end-to-end testing across web, mobile and API platforms Identifying, documenting and tracking software defects with clear reproduction steps Working collaboratively with software engineers to resolve issues quickly and improve product quality Contributing to the ongoing improvement of testing processes, tools and QA best practice Providing meaningful feedback on requirements and technical documentation before development begins What we're looking for We're keen to speak with Software Testers who have: Experience testing software applications across multiple platforms A solid understanding of software testing methodologies, including functional, regression, black-box and white-box testing Experience using bug tracking and test management tools Excellent analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail Strong communication skills and the confidence to work closely with technical teams A proactive, inquisitive mindset and a passion for delivering high-quality software Security Clearance Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be willing and eligible to undergo Developed Vetting (DV) Security Clearance . Applicants must hold British nationality , and any additional nationalities must be declared as part of the application process. (SC Cleared) Software Tester - Ripponden (Onsite) - Up to 50,000

Scrum Master (SC + NPPV3 Cleared) Birmingham (Hybrid) 6 Month Contract £(Apply online only)/day (Outside IR35) Technical Scrum Master needed with both active SC Security Clearance and NPPV3 Security Clearance. 6 Month Contract based in Birmingham (Hybrid). Paying up to £(Apply online only)/day (Outside IR35). Start ASAP in July 2026. Technical Scrum Master with hands-on expertise with Java + Spring Boot microservices development skills to lead Agile delivery within an AWS Cloud environment. Hybrid Working - 3 days/week remote (WFH), and 2 days/week working on-site in the Birmingham office, plus occasional travel to the Croydon office. A chance to work with a leading global IT transformation business specialising in delivering large-scale Government / Public Sector projects: Technical Scrum Master with strong hands-on Java, Spring Boot, Microservices development + AWS Cloud environments. This is not a traditional Scrum Master role. The role will combine Agile leadership with deep technical capability in Java-based microservices, allowing you to actively challenge code, influence engineering decisions, and drive DevOps best practices across AWS platforms. Act as a technical authority in the squad, working closely with the Technical Delivery Manager, Product Owners, Architects, Developers + Testers to ensure high-quality, secure delivery of application and DevOps services. Agile Delivery Leadership: lead Scrum ceremonies and ensure effective sprint planning, execution + delivery outcomes. Technical Leadership & Engineering Oversight: review / challenge Java + Spring Boot microservices code to ensure adherence to clean code, performance, scalability + best practice. Influencing Software Engineering decisions relating to Java frameworks, design patterns + implementation approaches. Driving code quality improvements through reviews, static analysis + test coverage. DevOps / Engineering Excellence: driving CI/CD pipeline optimisation for Java-based services, including build, test + deployment automation. Governance, Metrics & Continuous Improvement: track delivery using DORA metrics + software engineering KPIs, monitor pipeline performance, defect rates + service reliability. Technical Expertise: Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, RESTful APIs, AWS Cloud (EC2, Lambda, S3, IAM, CloudWatch), CI/CD for Java applications (Jenkins, GitHub), Docker, ECS, EKS. Advantageous Skills: Scrum / AWS / SAFe certifications (CSM, PSM etc). SC and NPPV3 Security Clearance are both essential for this position.

Tester - Must hold an active DV Clearance Overview - Tester We are seeking an experienced Tester to join a growing and dynamic Networks Practice, contributing to the delivery of high-quality testing across complex projects. As a Tester , you will take ownership of testing activities, ensuring systems meet the required standards and specifications. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, expanding your technical expertise while supporting innovative solutions. Key Responsibilities - Tester Create and execute detailed test cases based on clear technical and business requirements. Manage test environments, tools, and resources to deliver planned testing activities on time. Log, investigate, and resolve defects while reporting progress, risks, and key metrics. Develop comprehensive test plans for small to medium-sized projects and coordinate testing schedules. Ensure test results are accurately recorded and communicated to stakeholders. Contribute to defining and improving testing strategies across projects. Skills & Experience - Tester Strong experience creating and executing test plans, cases, and defect reports. Skilled in testing tools such as JIRA or equivalent platforms. Ability to assess risk and determine appropriate testing coverage. Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills with a structured approach to defect resolution. Strong communication skills to engage effectively with technical and business teams. To apply for the Tester role, please send your CV by pressing the apply button.

Walter Everett is a niche technical recruitment consultancy . We are currently partnering with a global consultancy to search for an Senior Automation Tester. They are looking for a natural leader and expert with Java based automation frameworks. As well as defining strategies and mentoring, you will be very hands on with contract testing. They use Pact for API testing but Gatling etc is also ok. The role is based in London and requires someone with SC clearance, or eligible. Senior Automation Tester (SC Cleared). Please Note: Due to project requirements, candidates with active SC clearance are preferred. If your clearance has lapsed or you are eligible to undergo SC clearance (which typically requires 5 years of continuous UK residency and the right to work in the UK, such as British citizenship, ILR, or other eligible status), we still encourage you to apply. Full Time - Mainly remote ( occasional visit to the London office) Detailed Spec: Our client is a global service provider that excels in delivering innovative technology and consulting solutions to a diverse and impressive international client base.They are seeking a Senior QA Automation Engineer with experience in BDD, Automation Testing, Agile (Scrum), and scripting to join their Tech team. You must be able to code in Java! What you'll be doing: This role includes, but is not limited to: Collaborating with and leading the team, working with the product team to define acceptance criteria and testing DOD for each story. Helping to build the test strategy and framework Pairing with developers to define and review the required tests, addressing all product delivery features and functions at the unit and component layers. Conducting exploratory testing at all levels. Defining tests throughout product delivery into live environments. Automating tests where necessary. Working with developers to design and test stubs. Ensuring the team defines tests to validate NFRs (Non-Functional Requirements) at appropriate levels. Maintaining traceability throughout the product lifecycle. Providing regular updates on test progress and quality metrics in a format consumable by stakeholders. Raising the profile of quality across the product lifecycle. Contributing to Agile teams by designing and building automated tests to ensure effective test coverage. Providing test assurance for user stories based on acceptance test criteria in a test-first environment. Working closely with Software Engineers to meet requirements and contribute to agile delivery. Participating in estimation activities and identifying opportunities to maximise testing benefits within the team. Assuring team retrospectives and planning sessions, ensuring adherence to test best practices, continual improvement, and standards. What experience you'll bring: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience in Agile delivery teams using TDD (Test-Driven Development) with Java. Ideally some experience with Springboot and dependency injection Ability to work autonomously. Experience with PACT frameworks for Consumer Contract testing is desirable. Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and their importance in the Automation Testing process. Exposure to command line and scripting languages for at least one OS (Windows or Linux). Good coding skills (SOLID, DI, Design Patterns, etc.). Ability to unit test the frameworks you build. Qualifications and experience required: A minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. Expertise in API testing using Postman. Proficiency in Cypress and Docker for containerised testing. Proven track record of using Gitlab for test automation storage. Strong foundation in TDD using Junit. Familiarity with SonarQube, Jenkins, Splunk, Gatling, Serenity, Cucumber, Selenium, Wiremock, Hamcrest, AWS Cloudwatch, Jira, and Confluence. Nice to have: - Experience with mocks and stubs. - Advanced knowledge of DevOps and Agile Development. - Ability to lead projects and design test strategies. At Walter Everett and our clients, we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment . We recognise that diversity enhances our collective strength and improves our ability to meet the needs of those we serve. We value the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings to our teams. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the process, please feel free to get in touch with us. We are dedicated to ensuring that everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive.

CHECK Team Leader (CTL) or CHECK Team Member (CTM) Infrastructure PenTest, Penetration Testers - Cyber Security Testing required by our Public sector, government client. FULLY REMOTE with occasional client visits to Manchester, North West, or Newcastle upon-Tyne, North East. Outside of IR35-c.£650 to £700 a day Working in an SC Security Cleared environment, You will hold current SC Clearance or DV (Developed Vetting) or be eligible to undertake Security clearance >Working within the Cyber Security Team, you will be responsible for Pen Testing as well as mentoring, knowledge transfer to team members. Skills/experience required: CSTL or CSTM-essential (NCSC) Previous experience of penetration testing public sector or critical national infrastructure (CNI) systems and networks. Azure,AWS On-prem Infrastructure Containers,Kubernetes excellent communication skills, with previous coaching and training skills Please apply on line SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.

Penetration Tester (SC Cleared) Location: Wokingham - Hybrid working (50/50 split) Contract Duration: Until 26/12/2025 initially - with a view to extend Daily Rate: £525/day Inside IR35 - Candidates will need to work through an Umbrella Company Clearance Required: Active SC Clearance We are looking for an experienced Penetration Tester to join a cybersecurity team. This role offers the opportunity to work on a hybrid basis, engaging in high-impact security assessments across various platforms and environments. Key Responsibilities: Conduct manual and automated penetration tests on web applications, networks, APIs, and mobile platforms Identify, exploit, and document vulnerabilities, delivering detailed risk assessments Design and execute red team exercises and threat simulations Work closely with development and infrastructure teams to remediate findings Produce comprehensive reports highlighting risks, impacts, and mitigation strategies Stay up to date on emerging threats, tools, and techniques Support internal security awareness training and initiatives Contribute to the development of security policies and best practices Required Skills & Experience: Strong background in penetration testing, ethical hacking, or red teaming Deep knowledge of OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK, and CVSS scoring systems Proficiency with tools such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, Nmap, Wireshark, and Kali Linux Scripting experience with Python, Bash, or PowerShell Understanding of network protocols, operating systems, and cloud platforms Certifications such as OSCP , CEH , GPEN , or CRTP (highly desirable) Excellent analytical, communication, and reporting skills If you are interested and looking for your next role, please apply with a copy of your CV