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Key responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain efficient, reusable, and reliable platform solutions. Including monitoring, managing and optimising cloud-based (AWS) resources. Feed engineering insight and experience into the wider Strategy and Architecture team to identify opportunities to improve engineering across the whole organisation. Document all procedures and policies for maintaining and improving system infrastructure. Implement automation tools and frameworks (CI/CD pipelines) for efficient and secure deployment and operations. Whilst also working with development teams to facilitate the deployment and operation of systems. Skills Required: Minimum - Experience as a Senior Platform Engineer including a solid understanding of software engineering principles and their application. - Experience of Scripting and pipeline automation (eg Jenkins and GitHub Actions). - Strong understanding of cloud services (AWS) and containerisation technologies (eg, Docker, Kubernetes). - Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as CloudFormation or Terraform. Essential - Experience of working closely with development and infrastructure teams to quickly understand requirements and implement solutions. - Adept at leveraging automation to improve development processes and optimise software delivery. - Ability to cooperate closely with both engineers and product teams - including designers, product managers, and analysts. - Hands on CloudFormation Scripting, troubleshooting and debugging - Working knowledge of Chef, Scripting and troubleshooting - Experience with Python Scripting and troubleshooting - Experience with Jenkins pipelines (multibranch), deployments, groovy Scripting - Experience with Linux commands and knowledge of troubleshooting web services - Experience with AWS services - EC2, NLB, API Gateway, ASG, etc.

Application Support Engineer - SC Cleared We are looking for several application support engineers. You will have experience troubleshooting and supporting applications based on Java and Python. Skills required: - Strong technical troubleshooting across applications and infrastructure. - Experience with logs, monitoring tools, Java, JavaScript and API/microservices debugging. - Good understanding of cloud platforms (AWS). - Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and deployment workflows. - Working knowledge of Scripting (Python/Shell/PowerShell). The role will require two to three days on site in London. The contract will run to the end of the year initially with extensions likely. It is inside IR35. To be considered for the role please send over your latest CV. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Lead DevOps Engineer (SC Cleared) £Market Rate, inside IR35 | London (Mostly On-Site) | 6-Month Contract Applicants must hold or be eligible for SC clearance. Were seeking an experienced Lead DevOps Engineer to deliver secure cloud infrastructure, platform and application hosting solutions within a highly regulated environment. The successful candidate will lead the design, implementation, automation and optimisation of secure cloud services across Azure and AWS, driving infrastructure modernisation, platform engineering and DevOps best practices. Skills/Experience Snapshot: Azure AWS Cloud Platforms Secure Regulated Environments Cloud Infrastructure Platform Engineering Hub-and-Spoke Architecture Virtual Networks Network Security Azure Virtual Machines Azure Virtual Desktop AWS EC2 AKS, EKS Kubernetes Containerisation Orchestration Microsoft Entra ID Okta AWS IAM Identity Center Terraform Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Azure DevOps (ADO) GitLabCI/CD Pipelines Python Automation Configuration Management This is an excellent opportunity for a senior cloud and DevOps professional to lead the delivery of mission-critical platforms within a secure and complex environment. SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.

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

Our client, a prominent entity in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a skilled Software Developer to join their team on a contract basis. This role is integral to enhancing and securing modern technology platforms, ensuring the protection of critical national infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Own and deliver engineering platform capabilities that facilitate building, testing, securing, and deploying services in a highly automated, CI/CD-driven environment. Design, implement, and evolve CI/CD pipelines, ensuring consistent, reliable, and repeatable delivery processes across multiple teams and services. Embed Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) practices to drive standardisation and scalability. Integrate security controls into engineering workflows, ensuring services are secure by design. Support and enable engineering teams by providing guidance, tooling, and best practices. Continuously optimise automation, identifying opportunities to remove repetitive manual tasks and improve the developer experience. Collaborate across development, security, and operations to promote end-to-end ownership of services. Maintain and improve engineering tooling and platforms, including source-code control systems, build systems, artifact repositories, and deployment frameworks. Job Requirements: Proficiency in software application development using languages such as Java, Python, JavaScript, C++, or C#. Experience with database technologies (e.g., Elastic, MySQL, SQL Server). Understanding of CI/CD platforms (e.g., GitLab, Jenkins) and source-code control (e.g., Git, GitOps). Knowledge of infrastructure management frameworks (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Chef). Familiarity with containerisation platforms (e.g., Kubernetes, Helm). Experience with cloud-native platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP). Ability to integrate security controls into engineering workflows. Understanding of software and system validation, and test principles. Benefits: Opportunity to work on significant and challenging projects within the Defence & Security sector. Access to cutting-edge tools and infrastructure in a technology-first environment. Professional development and training opportunities. A collaborative and mission-focused work atmosphere. If you are an experienced Software Developer looking for an opportunity to contribute to national security and work with state-of-the-art technology, we encourage you to apply now. Join our client's dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in the Defence & Security sector.

Your new company You will be working for a known organisation who are looking for an Informatica Engineer who is actively SC Cleared. This role won't be able to accept anyone who doesn't hold active SC clearance. This is a 6-month rolling contract and paying 600 per day inside IR35. The role is fully remote working. Your new role Key Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain ETL processes using Informatica PowerCenter, IICS, or related Informatica technologies. Build and optimise data integration solutions across multiple source systems and data platforms. Support data migration, transformation and cleansing activities. Develop and maintain technical documentation, including data mappings and solution designs. Troubleshoot and resolve production issues, ensuring service stability and performance. Collaborate with architects, business analysts, developers and data teams to deliver project objectives. Perform code reviews and promote best practices in ETL development and data quality. Ensure solutions comply with security, governance and data management standards. Support testing activities, including system integration testing and user acceptance testing. Essential Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience with Informatica PowerCenter and/or Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services (IICS). Proven experience designing and developing ETL and data integration solutions. Strong SQL skills and experience working with relational databases such as Oracle, SQL Server or PostgreSQL. Experience with data migration, data warehousing and data quality processes. Understanding of data modelling principles and metadata management. Experience working within agile delivery environments. Excellent problem-solving and stakeholder management skills. Desirable Skills Experience within Central Government, Defence, Policing, Healthcare or wider Public Sector organisations. Knowledge of cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS. Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Familiarity with data governance frameworks and Master Data Management (MDM). Knowledge of Python, scripting or API integrations. What you'll need to succeed What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Senior Azure Platform Engineer - Farnborough (Hybrid) - SC Cleared - Salary up to 65,000 We're looking for a Senior Azure Platform Engineer to join a growing engineering team delivering secure, cloud-native platforms for highly regulated and mission-critical environments. This is an opportunity to work with modern Azure technologies, Kubernetes, Infrastructure as Code and automation, helping to build resilient platforms that support some of the UK's most important programmes. The Role As a Senior Azure Platform Engineer, you'll take ownership of designing, building and supporting secure Azure infrastructure while working alongside architects, software engineers and delivery teams to create scalable, resilient cloud platforms. You'll play a key role in improving platform reliability, security and automation while helping shape technical direction across cloud infrastructure. What You'll Be Doing Designing and maintaining Azure infrastructure across Kubernetes, Virtual Machines, networking, storage and databases Building secure hybrid and multi-cloud connectivity using technologies such as Virtual WAN, VPNs and BGP routing Implementing Azure security best practices including RBAC, Key Vault, Defender for Cloud and network segmentation Designing and maintaining Kubernetes environments for secure, scalable application deployments Building and improving CI/CD pipelines to accelerate software delivery Developing Infrastructure as Code solutions using Terraform and automation tooling Implementing monitoring and observability across cloud platforms Driving automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual effort Supporting engineering teams with platform best practices and cloud adoption Continuously improving platform performance, resilience and security as the environment evolves. What We're Looking For You'll ideally have: 5+ years' experience in Platform Engineering, Site Reliability Engineering or similar cloud infrastructure roles Strong Azure expertise, ideally supported by AZ-104 and AZ-305 certifications Excellent knowledge of Azure networking including Virtual WAN, ExpressRoute, VPN Gateways, BGP, NSGs and Private Endpoints Strong Kubernetes and container orchestration experience Experience with Terraform and HashiCorp tooling such as Vault or Packer Experience building CI/CD pipelines using GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD or similar Strong Git and version control knowledge A passion for automation and modern DevOps practices Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams Experience with JFrog products, Coder or additional cloud platforms such as AWS or Google Cloud would be advantageous but isn't essential. Above all, we're looking for someone who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and continuously improving the platforms they build. What's On Offer Competitive salary Hybrid working Annual bonus 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Private medical insurance Life assurance Generous pension contribution Ongoing professional development and training support Modern office facilities including on-site gym, caf , restaurant and collaborative breakout spaces. Security Clearance Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance. Senior Azure Platform Engineer - Farnborough (Hybrid) - SC Cleared - Salary up to 65,000

We are working with a client who is a global leader in consulting, technology services, and digital transformation, committed to delivering positive change through technology and human collaboration. They are looking for a Splunk SIEM Engineer with active SC Clearance in place to design, develop and improve software, utilising various engineering methodologies, that provides business, platform, and technology capabilities for our customers and colleagues. You will need to demonstrate your Multi-Platform SIEM Expertise: you need proven experience with Splunk Enterprise Security, Microsoft Sentinel, and SIEM architecture including data models, correlation rules, and administrative functions. Security Operations: Strong analytical skills in threat detection, incident response, and security event analysis with experience in large enterprise environments (10,000+ endpoints). Data Pipeline Management: Hands-on experience with log ingestion, data routing, and transformation using tools like Cribl, plus understanding of data normalisation and parsing in Splunk Enterprise. SOAR & Automation: Experience with Security Orchestration platforms, playbook development, and automated response workflows for incident management. Network Security Fundamentals: Working knowledge of network architectures, firewalls, proxies, and common attack vectors with troubleshooting expertise. Communication & Documentation: Excellent technical writing and communication skills to create runbooks, procedures, and translate complex security concepts for diverse audiences. In order to apply, you must have active SC Level Clearance in place. You must be able to evidence skills in Splunk Enterprise Admin and development. You will be proficient in Splunk Enterprise Security (SIEM) - administering, managing, and maintaining SIEM. Experienced in developing use cases/correlation searches. You will be proficient in data models. Have hands-on knowledge and understanding of Splunk Cloud. Hands-on experience of Microsoft Sentinel. Hands-on CI/CD tools like Gitlab, Jenkins etc. Proficiency in Cribl Stream is expected. Awareness/experience of the following is an advantage - Cloud Security & Modern Infrastructure: Proficiency with AWS/Azure cloud security, containerised environments, and SaaS-based security solutions. Programming & Scripting: Advanced skills in Python, PowerShell, KQL, SPL, and SQL for automation, custom integrations, and advanced analytics development. Security Certifications: Professional certifications such as CISSP, GCIH, GCFA, Splunk Certified Architect, or Microsoft Sentinel Ninja. Extended Security Stack: Experience with EDR, UBA, CASB, CSPM, vulnerability assessment tools, and threat intelligence platforms. Infrastructure as Code: Experience with Chef, Ansible, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD for automated security tool deployment and configuration management. Compliance & Governance: Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (SOX, PCI-DSS, GDPR) and hands-on incident response/forensics experience. Please be clear that only candidates that meet the above criteria with the right to work and that are resident in the UK with active SC Level Clearance will be considered. No sponsorship is available. This role will involve hybrid working here in the UK at a site based in Cheshire - expected on site 3 days per week and 2 from home. More flexibility may be offered once in situ in the contract. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Senior DevOps Engineer Clearance required: BPSS + SC Transfer (7 weeks) Nationality requirement: UK Passport Holder Location: Remote Sector: Public End user: Client Job Description: Looking for an Infrastructure/DevOps Engineer with strong Azure and Azure DevOps experience to support the design, deployment, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure and platform solutions. The role is at a G7 level at the Home Office. The successful candidate must be eligible for SC Clearance, be comfortable working independently, and have experience operating within large, multi-supplier delivery environments. Experience with the Power Platform and Microsoft Dynamics would be advantageous. Essential Technical Skills: Azure or AWS skills Networking, security, monitoring, and alerting Experience designing and supporting cloud infrastructure Hands-on experience with: o Azure Logic Apps o Azure Functions o Azure Data Factory (ADF) o Vnets, Private endpoints Infrastructure as Code: Terraform ARM Templates Azure DevOps: Azure Boards, Repos, Artifacts, and Pipelines Creation and maintenance of YAML pipelines Security, governance, and platform administration Scripting & Automation: Python PowerShell Desirable Technical Skills: Microsoft Power Platform Microsoft Dynamics 365 Experience deploying and supporting Power Platform solutions and Dynamics 365 environments Key Skills & Experience: Experience working in Agile delivery teams and CI/CD environments Ability to design, deploy, and maintain secure, scalable, highly available, and cost-effective infrastructure solutions Understanding of how logical solution designs translate into infrastructure implementations Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision Ability to collaborate effectively within large, multi-supplier teams and complex delivery environments Clearance Requirements: Must be eligible for and willing to undergo SC Clearance

Senior DevSecOps Engineer Reading (Hybrid working available) Active SC Clearance required Up to £71 p/h Inside IR35 We're looking for an experienced security cleared Senior DevSecOps Engineer to play a key role in delivering secure digital platforms for high-profile Defence and Aerospace programmes. You'll lead the integration of security, automation and cloud engineering best practices, ensuring security is Embedded throughout the software development life cycle. As the Senior DevSecOps Engineer, you will: Lead the design and implementation of secure DevSecOps platforms and toolchains Embed automated security controls into CI/CD pipelines Develop secure Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, ARM, Ansible) Design secure Azure, AWS and hybrid cloud environments Implement vulnerability management, security monitoring and automated compliance Support threat modelling, security architecture reviews and risk assessments Drive adoption of Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC) best practice Implement container and Kubernetes security across enterprise platforms Continuously improve automation, platform resilience and operational security Key Skills Active SC Clearance Strong Defence, MOD or Aerospace experience Extensive experience in DevSecOps, DevOps, Platform Engineering or Cloud Security Extensive experience building secure CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI/CD or Jenkins Strong Azure and/or AWS security experience Hands-on Infrastructure as Code experience (Terraform, Bicep, ARM Templates or Ansible) Experience securing Kubernetes and containerised environments Knowledge of Zero Trust Architecture, IAM, RBAC and Privileged Access Management (PAM) Experience implementing SAST, DAST, SCA, container scanning and secrets management Strong Scripting skills with PowerShell, Python or Bash Experience with SIEM, SOAR, logging and observability platforms Good understanding of security frameworks including NIST, ISO 27001, NCSC and Cyber Essentials Plus CISSP, CCSP, Security+, CEH, CKS, CKA or similar certifications Please note: Active SC Clearance is essential for this position, along with previous experience working within the UK Defence or Aerospace sector. The role is based in Reading with hybrid working available.

DV Cleared Data Engineers Belfast, London, Manchester & Bristol Hybrid Active DV clearance required Live systems, real consequences, no sandbox. We're working with a major UK organisation delivering secure, enterprise-scale data platforms across defence and national security programmes. This is hands-on engineering in operational environments, where scale, resilience and reliability aren't optional. The role Design and build modern data platforms and production-grade pipelines across secure cloud environments working alongside engineering and architecture teams on high-volume systems that drive real operational outcomes. What you'll do - Build scalable pipelines across ingestion, processing and serving layers - Work with Python, SQL, APIs and distributed data tooling - Handle structured and unstructured workloads at scale - Integrate multiple sources into modern cloud platforms - Collaborate across engineering and delivery on mission-critical programmes The environment Python, SQL, Spark, Java or Scala AWS, Azure or GCP modern distributed and cloud-native architectures What we need - Active DV clearance essential - Production-scale pipeline experience - Strong engineering and platform mindset - Big data tooling and cloud ecosystem exposure - Comfortable in delivery-focused, secure environments Why consider it Hard engineering problems, high-trust environments, and real technical ownership from day one. The systems are live and the outcomes matter. DV cleared and want to hear more? Message me confidentially.

Principal Data Architect DV Cleared Secure Government & Defence Programmes UK Hybrid + client site Active DV clearance non-negotiable Architecture that ends up in service, not in a slide pack. Datatech Analytics is supporting a leading UK consulting and technology organisation building secure, enterprise-scale data platforms across defence, national security and classified government programmes. We're engaging Principal Data Architects who want ownership, not oversight. The role You'll set and lead the technical direction of large-scale data platforms on mission-critical programmes working alongside senior stakeholders, engineers and delivery teams. Not advisory. You stay close to delivery and shape how platforms get built, deployed and used. What you'll do - Own enterprise data architecture across secure programmes - Design end-to-end platforms ingestion through to analytics and operational use - Build secure, scalable architectures for highly classified environments - Turn complex mission requirements into things that ship - Lead engineering teams through implementation - Shape long-term architectural strategy and capability The environment AWS, Azure, GCP Databricks, Snowflake lake, lakehouse and modern warehouse patterns distributed processing DevOps, IaC, secure deployment governance, access control, analytics enablement What we need - Active DV clearance - Track record delivering enterprise-scale data platforms - Defence, national security or secure government background - Deep cloud data architecture and secure design expertise - Credible with senior stakeholders - Led teams through complex delivery Why it matters These programmes sit at the core of the UK's secure data capability. Real constraints, real consequences, no sandbox platforms that support operational decisions when it counts. Confidential conversation: (url removed)

hackajob is collaborating with Kainos to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. Join Kainos and Shape the Future At Kainos, we're problem solvers, innovators, and collaborators - driven by a shared mission to create real impact. Whether we're transforming digital services for millions, delivering cutting-edge Workday solutions, or pushing the boundaries of technology, we do it together. We believe in a people-first culture , where your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and your contributions truly make a difference. Here, you'll be part of a diverse, ambitious team that celebrates creativity and collaboration. Ready to make your mark? Join us and be part of something bigger. Working within our Defence and National Security accounts you will be working on some of the most challenging and critically important projects working across various cloud technologies. MAIN PURPOSE OF THE ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES IN THE BUSINESS: As a Senior Platform Engineer (Senior Associate) in Kainos, you'll be responsible for leading with the design of significant components of a modern digital service platform including its automation, build, deployment and support. It's a fast-paced environment and you'll be trusted to make sound, reasoned decisions. You'll do this whilst learning about new technologies and approaches, with talented colleagues that will help you to learn, develop and grow. Your key responsibilities will include: • Working as part of a team - You'll work alongside colleagues in engineering, testing, consulting, product management and security capabilities to build, test and deploy software of the highest quality. • Using technology for positive impact - You'll ensure the latest technologies are employed appropriately to extract maximum user and business benefit. You'll ensure alignment to industry standards and best practices. • Putting people first - you'll support your colleagues and facilitate an inclusive DevOps culture in all that you do. • Finding your voice - As a respected voice within your team and to our customers, you'll drive conversations and decisions to ensure services are scalable, secure, reliable and performant. • Supporting services through Live Operation - Getting services into production is just the beginning with the fun truly starting when real users start interacting with the service you've built. You'll make sure the service is available, secure and performant as you strive to continuously improve it. • Becoming a Role Model - You'll embody the Kainos values and be the person people look up to. You'll proactively coach and mentor more junior members of the team. • Pushing the boundaries - Through exposure to technology you may develop specialisms and choose to pivot your career in a certain direction. MINIMUM (ESSENTIAL) REQUIREMENTS • We all work in teams here in Kainos - a proven ability of strong team skills, including working in a multi-disciplinary team is crucial • Good verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate issues to other technical people, and sometimes to non-technical people. • Significant expertise in: o Use of multiple configuration management, infrastructure provisioning and automation tools. o Fluency in least one of the following: Powershell, Bash, Python, Ruby, Go, Groovy. • Expertise in using multiple automation tools and at least one of: Powershell, Bash, Python, Ruby, Go, Groovy • Demonstrable experience in: o Designing, building, testing, automating, monitoring and supporting significant components within a modern digital service platform in production environments. o Producing designs that are scalable, resilient, efficient, secure, cost-effective and minimise lock-in. o Contributing to technical decisions and direction in a collaborative team environment, including architecture, estimation, product planning, user story/requirement creation and advocating MVP. o Implementing modern Continuous Delivery processes for releasing software for releasing software to production. o Applying industry best practices and patterns across infrastructure and application components e.g. security, elasticity, performance. o Using public cloud platform(s) to solve business problems (AWS or Azure). o Applying configuration management, infrastructure provisioning and container orchestration tooling to solve business problems. o Using modern version control systems including git. o Debugging complex problems across multiple servers, services and tools - you can find the needle in the haystack. DESIRABLE • Third level - or equivalent - qualification in a related discipline. • Obtained mid-level certification with a public cloud provider (AWS/Azure). • Active participation in knowledge sharing activities, both within the team and with wider non-technical audiences. • Experience of cloud-native SaaS and PaaS technologies. • We are passionate about developing people - experience in managing, mentoring and coaching junior members of staff is important Embracing our differences At Kainos, we believe in the power of diversity, equity and inclusion. We are committed to building a team that is as diverse as the world we live in, where everyone is valued, respected, and given an equal chance to thrive. We actively seek out talented people from all backgrounds, regardless of age, race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or any other characteristic that makes them who they are. We also believe every candidate deserves a level playing field. Our friendly talent acquisition team is here to support you every step of the way, so if you require any accommodations or adjustments, we encourage you to reach out. We understand that everyone's journey is different, and by having a private conversation we can ensure that our recruitment process is tailored to your needs.

Principal Data Engineer - Secure Digital Platform (SDP) Data and Integration Location: Reading (hybrid working) Duration: Initially Until Feb '27 - but very likely to extend (new programme) (Inside IR35) Active SC Clearance Required Role details: We are looking for SC cleared Data Engineers to support our defence client on a contract basis. This role is focused on the Secure Digital Platform (SDP) Data and Integration, and will be based in Reading with hybrid working arrangements. The initial contract will run until February 2027, with a strong likelihood of extension as this is a long term programme. Key Responsibilities: Design and maintain scalable, secure, and resilient data architectures and platforms. Lead the development of enterprise data pipelines, data integration frameworks, and data products. Establish and enforce data engineering standards, patterns, and best practices. Implement DataOps and DevOps methodologies to enhance deployment efficiency and operational reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to comprehend data requirements and deliver effective solutions. Ensure data quality, integrity, lineage, security, and compliance across all data assets. Provide technical leadership, mentoring, and coaching to data engineering teams. Support cloud migration and modernisation initiatives involving data platforms and services. Job Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, Information Systems, or a related discipline. Experience in data engineering, software engineering, or data platform development. Significant experience in designing and implementing enterprise-scale data solutions. Extensive experience with cloud data platforms such as Microsoft Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud. Proficiency in SQL, Python, Spark, and modern data processing frameworks. Experience building and managing ETL/ELT pipelines and streaming data solutions. Practical experience with DataOps, DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and Infrastructure as Code. Expertise in data modelling, data warehousing, and master data management principles. Strong understanding of data governance, metadata management, and data quality frameworks. Desirable Skills: Professional certifications in AWS, Azure, GCP, or Data Engineering. Experience within aerospace, defence, manufacturing, or highly regulated industries. Knowledge of AI/ML platforms and MLOps practices. Experience with graph databases and knowledge engineering solutions. Experience implementing data mesh or data fabric architectures. Enterprise Architecture experience. Experience leading large-scale data modernisation programmes. Knowledge of defence security standards and classified environments. If you are a talented Data Engineer ready to take on a critical role in a dynamic and challenging environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's skilled team and contribute to their innovative projects.

Performance Tester Rate: 300 - 365 Clearance required: BPSS + DV (SC issued in last 5 years / willingness to go for DV (DV Preferred) Nationality requirement: UK passport holder only Location: London Work type: Hybrid - Able to work 3 days per week on site. Security Cleared software testing test management test scripts agile methodology performance tests Apache JMeter Microsoft Visual Studio Atlassian Jira Atlassian Confluence Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Performance Tester to define and deliver the non-functional test approach for a complex, highly customised SharePoint Subscription Edition (SE) platform and its supporting AWS-hosted infrastructure. The role will be responsible for developing realistic performance test scenarios, establishing baselines across application, database, infrastructure and integration layers, and executing load, stress, scalability and resilience testing to validate platform performance under expected and peak conditions. This is a hands-on delivery role requiring strong analytical capability, close collaboration with architects, engineers and the Test Manager, and the ability to turn performance findings into clear recommendations that support technical governance, operational readiness and go/no-go decisions. Performance Test Strategy & Planning Define the performance testing approach for the SharePoint Subscription Edition platform and its supporting AWS infrastructure Develop performance test scenarios covering expected user activity, document operations, search behaviour, integration traffic and core business workflows Agree scope, entry criteria, assumptions and success measures for performance proving activities across delivery stages Ensure performance testing aligns with programme priorities, environment constraints and non-functional requirements Performance Test Execution Execute load, stress, scalability and resilience testing to confirm the platform can operate within agreed performance and capacity expectations Use performance testing tools to simulate realistic workload patterns, transaction volumes and concurrent user behaviour Support performance validation during environment proving, migration activities, cutover rehearsals and production transition Maintain high-quality performance test artefacts, evidence packs and execution records Required Skills & Experience Core Experience Proven experience in performance testing on complex enterprise platforms, ideally within SharePoint, collaboration platforms or similarly integrated environments Experience designing and executing load, stress, scalability and resilience tests across application, infrastructure, database and integration layers Strong understanding of performance bottleneck analysis, baseline establishment and tuning recommendations Experience working in multi-supplier or large programme delivery environments with close collaboration across test, engineering and architecture teams Technical Skills & Tools Hands-on experience with performance and test tooling such as NeoLoad, JMeter and Visual Studio Working knowledge of .NET / C# and basic SQL to support scripting, data validation and analysis activities Experience using Jira, Confluence and GitLab to manage test activity, documentation, defects and change control Useful additional experience with Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, RestAssured and Postman Desirable ISTQB certification and/or relevant AWS certification Familiarity with AWS-hosted environments, SQL Server, network and storage considerations, and integrated enterprise platforms Strong communication skills with the ability to present performance findings, risks and recommendations clearly to technical and delivery stakeholders 'This role requires additional vetting, which means this could take longer than our normal onboarding process. You will require additional vetting for this position, which means the process can take longer than the usual onboarding process with Capgemini. Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any queries.' If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

* Design, implement, and maintain comprehensive platform provisioning and management solutions primarily within the GCP cloud platform, with ability to work across AWS and Azure. * Develop and deploy automation scripts and infrastructure-as-code using Python and Terraform to streamline operational processes and enhance system reliability. * Leverage AI-assisted coding tools such as GitHub Co-Pilot and Claude Code to accelerate development and improve code quality for DevOps initiatives. * Contribute to the ongoing development and evolution of the Atlas 2.0 platform, specifically focusing on GCP platform provisioning functionalities. * Manage and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure and applications using Shell Scripting and command-line tools. * Drive automation efforts to improve efficiency, reduce manual intervention, and ensure consistent application of best practices. * Implement and manage the provisioning of containerised applications and Kubernetes clusters. * Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to integrate platform provisioning solutions with other platform components and services. * Ensure adherence to security, compliance, and operational best practices within the platform provisioning frameworks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Rubicon Consulting is currently recruiting for X4 Software Engineer (DV Cleared) on a 6 Month Contract, based in London. Role Summary We're recruiting for a specialist security team working on critical national infrastructure projects high-impact, high-visibility work protecting UK organisations from cyber threats at scale. This role requires DV (Developed Vetting) clearance either currently held, or you meet the eligibility criteria (typically British citizen, 10 years continuous UK residency). Please only apply if this applies to you. The role You'll join a software-defined, automation-first engineering environment building and running CI/CD platforms with security embedded from day one not bolted on afterwards. Think fast iteration, Infrastructure-as-Code as the default, and end-to-end ownership from build through to production. What you'll be doing Owning and delivering platform capabilities across a highly-automated, CI/CD-driven environment Designing and evolving CI/CD pipelines for reliable, repeatable delivery across multiple teams Embedding Infrastructure-as-Code, eliminating manual provisioning and config drift Integrating security controls into engineering workflows secure by design, not by afterthought Supporting engineering teams with tooling, guidance and best practice Driving adoption of modern engineering practices CI, CD, automated testing, observability Contributing to technical standards and governance across teams Supporting incident response and continuous improvement through retrospectives Requirements Not every box needs ticking, but strength across most of the following: CI/CD platforms GitLab, Jenkins Infrastructure-as-Code Terraform, Ansible, Chef or Puppet Containerisation Kubernetes, Helm Cloud-native platforms AWS, Azure, GCP or VCF Release automation ArgoCD, Flux Observability Prometheus, Grafana, ELK IAM & secrets management OAuth/OIDC, Keycloak, Vault Software development Java, Python, JavaScript, C++ or C# Solid grounding in security principles CIA, Least Privilege, Zero Trust Networking fundamentals DNS, TCP/UDP, firewalls, VPNs Our Company Rubicon Consulting is a Talent management consultancy which helps you to optimise business performance and competitive advantage by choosing the right people first time!

Solution Engineer Enterprise AI (6-Month Contract) SC Cleared - Must have active transferable SC Clearance Location: Waterloo, London (100% Onsite, 5 days per week) Rate: £650 - £700 per day (Inside IR35) Duratio n: 6 months (with potential to extend) About the Role This is not a high-level advisory role. As a Solution Engineer you will be on the ground, coding, designing, and deploying full-stack AI-driven web applications directly on this AI Platform. You will bridge the gap between complex AI engineering and customer-facing delivery. You will work directly with major enterprise clients to build custom demos, proofs-of-technology, and production-ready applications. What You Will Do Build & Deploy: Engineer full-stack, AI-based enterprise applications using Python and JavaScript. Client Delivery: Run technical deep-dives, demonstrations, and system training for enterprise customers. Review & Troubleshoot: Conduct code reviews, test customer applications, and resolve technical bottlenecks. Mentor: Guide junior developers on coding standards and system design. Collaborate: Work alongside product and engineering teams to feed customer insights back into the core platform. What You Bring Hands-on Code: At least 2+ years of professional software development experience (OOP). Tech Stack: Proficiency in Python and JavaScript, alongside modern frameworks (React, Angular, Vue, etc.). Cloud & Data: Proven experience deploying to AWS, GCP, or Azure, alongside a strong understanding of SQL/NoSQL databases. Communication: Exceptional client-facing skills. You must be comfortable presenting to and collaborating with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Education: A Bachelor s degree in a STEM subject (or equivalent practical experience). This position is strictly 5 days a week onsite at the Waterloo office and requires active transferable SC Clearance

Data Architect - SC Cleared Telford (Hybrid - 2 days onsite per week) 6-Month Contract 550 - 600 per day InsideIR35 Active SC Clearance is essential for this role We are supporting a major UK public sector digital transformation programme and are looking for an experienced Data Architect to join a high-profile delivery team designing enterprise-scale data and analytics solutions. You will take ownership of end-to-end data architecture, working closely with technical teams and senior stakeholders to design scalable, secure and governed data solutions. Responsibilities: - Designing enterprise data architectures, including data modelling, governance, metadata, lineage and quality - Defining modern data platforms including data lakes, data warehouses and lakehouse architectures - Designing ETL/ELT pipelines and data integration solutions - Advising on cloud-based data platforms, virtualisation and modern analytics architectures - Providing technical leadership throughout the project lifecycle, from design through to implementation - Supporting architecture governance, best practice and technical assurance - Working with engineering teams to deliver robust, scalable solutions across Agile environments Skills & Experience: - Enterprise Data Architecture - Data Warehousing, Data Lakes and Lakehouse solutions - Data Modelling and Data Governance - ETL/ELT Architecture - Cloud platforms (Azure, AWS or GCP) - Relational and NoSQL databases - Data Virtualisation - Analytics and BI platforms (Power BI, SAS, R or similar) - APIs and data integration - Agile, DevOps and CI/CD delivery environments Experience delivering large-scale public sector or regulated industry programmes would be highly beneficial. Please apply for immediate interview! CBSbutler is operating and advertising as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for interim / contract / temporary positions. CBSbutler is an Equal Opportunities employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

Platform Engineer - Security Cleared - Cheltenham (Hybrid) - Up to 75,000 Are you a Platform Engineer who enjoys solving complex technical challenges and building resilient, secure infrastructure? We're looking for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, enjoys experimenting with new technologies, and wants to work on projects where reliability, automation and operational excellence are essential. You'll be joining a collaborative engineering team delivering secure, high-impact platforms that support critical national programmes. The Role As a Platform Engineer, you'll design, deploy and maintain modern infrastructure across cloud and on-premise environments. Working alongside experienced software and infrastructure engineers, you'll help build scalable, automated platforms while continually improving how services are deployed, monitored and operated. This is a hands-on engineering role where you'll: Build and improve secure, automated platform infrastructure Deploy solutions into complex production environments Improve CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code practices Work closely with developers to streamline software delivery Troubleshoot production issues and optimise platform performance Contribute ideas, challenge existing approaches and help shape engineering best practice Technology You'll have the opportunity to work with modern DevOps and platform technologies including: Kubernetes Terraform GitHub & GitHub Actions Helm AWS VMware Bash Go and/or Rust Experience with every technology isn't expected-we're looking for engineers who learn quickly and enjoy solving technical problems. About You You'll likely have experience in several of the following: Supporting and operating production platforms Infrastructure as Code and automation Containerisation and Kubernetes Cloud infrastructure, ideally AWS CI/CD tooling and deployment pipelines Linux administration Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Due to the nature of the work, applicants must have existing Security Clearance. Platform Engineer - Security Cleared - Cheltenham (Hybrid) - Up to 75,000