Infrastructure Engineer (3rd Line Wintel) Onsite - London £60,000 - £80,000 + excellent benefits Active DV Clearance Required Join a mission-critical environment where your expertise truly matters. We're seeking a highly skilled 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer to support and enhance a secure, high-performance MOD environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the forefront of enterprise IT, tackling complex challenges while contributing to systems that demand the highest levels of resilience and security. You'll be part of a collaborative, expert team where your input will shape infrastructure design, delivery, and ongoing optimisation. What You'll Be Doing Owning and resolving complex 3rd line technical issues Designing, deploying, and maintaining secure Windows-based infrastructure Supporting and optimising enterprise environments across multiple technologies Implementing security controls and ensuring compliance standards are met Contributing to key infrastructure and transformation projects Key Technologies Windows Server (Active Directory, GPO, DNS, DHCP) VMware (vSphere, ESXi, NSX, vSAN) MECM, SCOM & endpoint management tools Ivanti (or similar endpoint control platforms) What We're Looking For Proven experience in 3rd line support within enterprise environments Strong expertise across Windows infrastructure technologies Solid understanding of virtualisation (VMware stack) Experience working in secure or MOD environments Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as NIST, RMADS, SyOPs A proactive, problem-solving mindset with strong ownership Why Join? Work on high-impact, secure government projects Be part of a collaborative and highly skilled team Opportunities to influence infrastructure design and strategy Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Ready to take your infrastructure career to the next level? Apply now and be part of something critical.
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
Infrastructure Engineer (3rd Line Wintel) Onsite - London £60,000 - £80,000 + excellent benefits Active DV Clearance Required Join a mission-critical environment where your expertise truly matters. We're seeking a highly skilled 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer to support and enhance a secure, high-performance MOD environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to work at the forefront of enterprise IT, tackling complex challenges while contributing to systems that demand the highest levels of resilience and security. You'll be part of a collaborative, expert team where your input will shape infrastructure design, delivery, and ongoing optimisation. What You'll Be Doing Owning and resolving complex 3rd line technical issues Designing, deploying, and maintaining secure Windows-based infrastructure Supporting and optimising enterprise environments across multiple technologies Implementing security controls and ensuring compliance standards are met Contributing to key infrastructure and transformation projects Key Technologies Windows Server (Active Directory, GPO, DNS, DHCP) VMware (vSphere, ESXi, NSX, vSAN) MECM, SCOM & endpoint management tools Ivanti (or similar endpoint control platforms) What We're Looking For Proven experience in 3rd line support within enterprise environments Strong expertise across Windows infrastructure technologies Solid understanding of virtualisation (VMware stack) Experience working in secure or MOD environments Knowledge of compliance frameworks such as NIST, RMADS, SyOPs A proactive, problem-solving mindset with strong ownership Why Join? Work on high-impact, secure government projects Be part of a collaborative and highly skilled team Opportunities to influence infrastructure design and strategy Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package Ready to take your infrastructure career to the next level? Apply now and be part of something critical.
AgileSource are looking for an experienced Cyber Security Architect with active SC or DV clearance to join a growing cyber consultancy supporting high-profile government and defence programmes. Security Clearance Active SC clearance required. Active DV clearance highly desirable. Please note that due to the nature of the projects and security requirements associated with certain client engagements, some roles may be restricted to candidates who meet specific nationality and residency criteria in line with UK government security clearance eligibility requirements. As a result, preference may be given to UK sole nationals where required by the end client. You will play a key role in designing, assuring, and delivering secure architectures across complex enterprise environments, cloud platforms, networks, and mission-critical systems. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working across multiple stakeholders, influencing technical direction, and ensuring security is Embedded into every stage of solution delivery. Key Responsibilities Design and develop secure technical architectures for enterprise, cloud, and hybrid environments Provide security architecture guidance across infrastructure, applications, networks, and data platforms Lead security design reviews, risk assessments, and threat modelling activities Ensure solutions align with government, defence, and industry security standards Support accreditation and assurance activities, including RMADS, JSP 440, NIST, ISO 27001, and Secure by Design principles Work closely with solution architects, engineers, project managers, and client stakeholders Identify security risks and provide pragmatic mitigation strategies Contribute to bid activity, technical proposals, and client presentations where required Maintain awareness of emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies Required Experience Proven experience working as a Cyber Security Architect, Security Consultant, or Technical Security Lead Active SC clearance is essential; DV clearance is advantageous Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture, security frameworks, and governance Experience across cloud security, particularly AWS, Azure, or Microsoft 365 environments Knowledge of network security, identity and access management, endpoint protection, SIEM, and zero trust principles Experience producing security documentation, architecture diagrams, and risk assessments Familiarity with government and defence security requirements Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to work in highly regulated and secure environments Desirable Skills CISSP, SABSA, TOGAF, CCSK, CCSP, or similar certifications Experience working within MOD, Home Office, central government, or defence programmes Knowledge of DevSecOps, container security, and secure software delivery Experience with security tooling such as Sentinel, Splunk, CrowdStrike, Palo Alto, or Defender Understanding of NCSC guidance and secure-by-design principles
Apr 01, 2026
Full time
AgileSource are looking for an experienced Cyber Security Architect with active SC or DV clearance to join a growing cyber consultancy supporting high-profile government and defence programmes. Security Clearance Active SC clearance required. Active DV clearance highly desirable. Please note that due to the nature of the projects and security requirements associated with certain client engagements, some roles may be restricted to candidates who meet specific nationality and residency criteria in line with UK government security clearance eligibility requirements. As a result, preference may be given to UK sole nationals where required by the end client. You will play a key role in designing, assuring, and delivering secure architectures across complex enterprise environments, cloud platforms, networks, and mission-critical systems. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working across multiple stakeholders, influencing technical direction, and ensuring security is Embedded into every stage of solution delivery. Key Responsibilities Design and develop secure technical architectures for enterprise, cloud, and hybrid environments Provide security architecture guidance across infrastructure, applications, networks, and data platforms Lead security design reviews, risk assessments, and threat modelling activities Ensure solutions align with government, defence, and industry security standards Support accreditation and assurance activities, including RMADS, JSP 440, NIST, ISO 27001, and Secure by Design principles Work closely with solution architects, engineers, project managers, and client stakeholders Identify security risks and provide pragmatic mitigation strategies Contribute to bid activity, technical proposals, and client presentations where required Maintain awareness of emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies Required Experience Proven experience working as a Cyber Security Architect, Security Consultant, or Technical Security Lead Active SC clearance is essential; DV clearance is advantageous Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture, security frameworks, and governance Experience across cloud security, particularly AWS, Azure, or Microsoft 365 environments Knowledge of network security, identity and access management, endpoint protection, SIEM, and zero trust principles Experience producing security documentation, architecture diagrams, and risk assessments Familiarity with government and defence security requirements Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Ability to work in highly regulated and secure environments Desirable Skills CISSP, SABSA, TOGAF, CCSK, CCSP, or similar certifications Experience working within MOD, Home Office, central government, or defence programmes Knowledge of DevSecOps, container security, and secure software delivery Experience with security tooling such as Sentinel, Splunk, CrowdStrike, Palo Alto, or Defender Understanding of NCSC guidance and secure-by-design principles
Senior Quantity Surveyor - Defence Projects (Client Side) Location: London (1/2 day in the office) Type: Permanent or Contract Security Clearance: SC Cleared (Desired) Eligibility: Must hold a British Passport The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a client-side team delivering high-profile defence and secure infrastructure projects across the UK. This is a key role supporting the commercial management of complex programmes, ensuring robust cost control, contract administration, and value delivery across the project lifecycle. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders, providing commercial leadership and ensuring compliance within highly regulated environments. Key Responsibilities Lead all commercial and cost management activities across defence projects Administer and manage contracts in accordance with NEC3/NEC4 forms of contract Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports Manage change control processes, including compensation events Provide commercial advice to project teams and senior stakeholders Undertake risk and value management to optimise project outcomes Review and challenge contractor submissions, applications, and final accounts Ensure compliance with governance, audit, and defence sector requirements Support procurement activities including tender evaluation and contract award Requirements Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor within infrastructure, defence, or major projects Strong working knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts (essential) Experience working in a client-side or consultancy environment Ability to operate within highly regulated or secure project environments Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder management skills Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar Membership of RICS or working towards chartership (desirable) Must hold a British Passport SC Clearance (current or previously held) highly desirable We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Apr 01, 2026
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Senior Quantity Surveyor - Defence Projects (Client Side) Location: London (1/2 day in the office) Type: Permanent or Contract Security Clearance: SC Cleared (Desired) Eligibility: Must hold a British Passport The Role We are seeking an experienced Senior Quantity Surveyor to join a client-side team delivering high-profile defence and secure infrastructure projects across the UK. This is a key role supporting the commercial management of complex programmes, ensuring robust cost control, contract administration, and value delivery across the project lifecycle. You will work closely with project managers, engineers, and stakeholders, providing commercial leadership and ensuring compliance within highly regulated environments. Key Responsibilities Lead all commercial and cost management activities across defence projects Administer and manage contracts in accordance with NEC3/NEC4 forms of contract Prepare and manage project budgets, forecasts, and cost reports Manage change control processes, including compensation events Provide commercial advice to project teams and senior stakeholders Undertake risk and value management to optimise project outcomes Review and challenge contractor submissions, applications, and final accounts Ensure compliance with governance, audit, and defence sector requirements Support procurement activities including tender evaluation and contract award Requirements Proven experience as a Quantity Surveyor / Senior Quantity Surveyor within infrastructure, defence, or major projects Strong working knowledge of NEC3/NEC4 contracts (essential) Experience working in a client-side or consultancy environment Ability to operate within highly regulated or secure project environments Strong commercial acumen and stakeholder management skills Degree qualified in Quantity Surveying, Commercial Management, or similar Membership of RICS or working towards chartership (desirable) Must hold a British Passport SC Clearance (current or previously held) highly desirable We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Wintel Engineer +Permanent opportunity +On site in Stevenage +DV cleared role - willingness to go through DV clearance +Sole British nationals only - due to nature of the project + 50,000 - 60,000 + 10% DV allowance Skills: +Windows Server +Active Directory +Vmware As a Wintel Engineer you will contribute to this by providing input to the development, maintenance and operational support of specific client infrastructure, systems and associated software. Your role will involve: Monitoring and technical support of client's infrastructure including Incident and request management. Server administration. Plan and undertake changes as agreed with the client (in accordance with ITIL change management process) Assess user requirements and formulate technical specifications that are cost effective and accurately meet the clients' identified needs. Install and test operating software and associated products in conjunction with application providers. Your transferable skills and experience: Knowledge of operating systems - Windows 2019, 2016, 2012 and 2008 Knowledge of Virtualisation Platforms with experience of understanding of specific products like VMware ESXi and MS Hyper-V Knowledge of Active Directory and Identity Manager Knowledge of SCOM and SCCM Knowledge of anti-virus software - McAfee Experience in Software License Management Knowledge and experience of specific infrastructure support services Knowledge of algorithms and methodologies for developing, building and configuring a system and network Awareness of hardware technologies including IBM, HP and Dell plus blades Proficient system management skills If you'd like to discuss the Wintel Engineer in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.
Mar 31, 2026
Full time
Wintel Engineer +Permanent opportunity +On site in Stevenage +DV cleared role - willingness to go through DV clearance +Sole British nationals only - due to nature of the project + 50,000 - 60,000 + 10% DV allowance Skills: +Windows Server +Active Directory +Vmware As a Wintel Engineer you will contribute to this by providing input to the development, maintenance and operational support of specific client infrastructure, systems and associated software. Your role will involve: Monitoring and technical support of client's infrastructure including Incident and request management. Server administration. Plan and undertake changes as agreed with the client (in accordance with ITIL change management process) Assess user requirements and formulate technical specifications that are cost effective and accurately meet the clients' identified needs. Install and test operating software and associated products in conjunction with application providers. Your transferable skills and experience: Knowledge of operating systems - Windows 2019, 2016, 2012 and 2008 Knowledge of Virtualisation Platforms with experience of understanding of specific products like VMware ESXi and MS Hyper-V Knowledge of Active Directory and Identity Manager Knowledge of SCOM and SCCM Knowledge of anti-virus software - McAfee Experience in Software License Management Knowledge and experience of specific infrastructure support services Knowledge of algorithms and methodologies for developing, building and configuring a system and network Awareness of hardware technologies including IBM, HP and Dell plus blades Proficient system management skills If you'd like to discuss the Wintel Engineer in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.
Experienced SC Cleared Azure Engineer is required to build, operate, and optimise cloud infrastructure and platform services within Microsoft Azure.The role will work closely with architecture, security, and application teams to ensure secure, scalable, and reliable cloud delivery. Start: May Initial Term: 6 months, with a further 6-month extension Location: On-site in Preston for the first 3 months, then remote Inside IR35 Key Responsibilities Cloud Engineering & Delivery Design, deploy, and maintain Azure cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools. Configure and support Azure networking, platform services, and resource provisioning. Drive automation, standardisation, and optimisation across the Azure environment. Operational Support Provide expert operational support, including 3rd-line incident investigation and resolution. Perform routine maintenance such as patching, upgrades, and proactive platform health checks. Security & Governance Implement and manage Azure security controls, including RBAC, Policies, network security, and governance frameworks. Ensure adherence to cloud security standards and best practices. Technical Skills & Experience Strong proficiency with PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Infrastructure-as-Code. Experience managing CI/CD pipelines and supporting AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service) and container registries. Deep understanding of Azure core services: governance, networking, monitoring, identity integrations, and cost management. Professional Skills Strong hands-on engineering capabilities with the ability to troubleshoot and solve complex technical issues. Effective communicator able to collaborate across architecture, security, and application teams. Demonstrated ability to adopt emerging Azure technologies and work within large enterprise cloud environments. Qualifications SC Clearance (mandatory). Azure Administrator Associate certification or equivalent experience. Additional Azure certifications in networking, security, or architecture are highly desirable. Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with Azure platform advancements. Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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 on our website.
Mar 31, 2026
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Experienced SC Cleared Azure Engineer is required to build, operate, and optimise cloud infrastructure and platform services within Microsoft Azure.The role will work closely with architecture, security, and application teams to ensure secure, scalable, and reliable cloud delivery. Start: May Initial Term: 6 months, with a further 6-month extension Location: On-site in Preston for the first 3 months, then remote Inside IR35 Key Responsibilities Cloud Engineering & Delivery Design, deploy, and maintain Azure cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) tools. Configure and support Azure networking, platform services, and resource provisioning. Drive automation, standardisation, and optimisation across the Azure environment. Operational Support Provide expert operational support, including 3rd-line incident investigation and resolution. Perform routine maintenance such as patching, upgrades, and proactive platform health checks. Security & Governance Implement and manage Azure security controls, including RBAC, Policies, network security, and governance frameworks. Ensure adherence to cloud security standards and best practices. Technical Skills & Experience Strong proficiency with PowerShell, Azure CLI, and Infrastructure-as-Code. Experience managing CI/CD pipelines and supporting AKS (Azure Kubernetes Service) and container registries. Deep understanding of Azure core services: governance, networking, monitoring, identity integrations, and cost management. Professional Skills Strong hands-on engineering capabilities with the ability to troubleshoot and solve complex technical issues. Effective communicator able to collaborate across architecture, security, and application teams. Demonstrated ability to adopt emerging Azure technologies and work within large enterprise cloud environments. Qualifications SC Clearance (mandatory). Azure Administrator Associate certification or equivalent experience. Additional Azure certifications in networking, security, or architecture are highly desirable. Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with Azure platform advancements. Hays Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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 on our website.
VMware Engineer - Must have a valid DV Clearance We are seeking a VMware Engineer to join an established deployment team working on a major hardware roll-out for a large government account. You will play a key part in the configuration and deployment of ESX devices as part of a wider infrastructure programme click apply for full job details
Oct 09, 2025
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VMware Engineer - Must have a valid DV Clearance We are seeking a VMware Engineer to join an established deployment team working on a major hardware roll-out for a large government account. You will play a key part in the configuration and deployment of ESX devices as part of a wider infrastructure programme click apply for full job details
AI Engineer - Defence RAG Systems ( Security Clearance Essential ) On Site 2 X Days a week, Plymouth Clearance: Active SC Essential Sector: Defence Role Overview Defence client requires an SC Cleared AI Engineer to build fully on-premises RAG systems using open-source technologies. You'll develop classified AI capabilities on air-gapped infrastructure with zero external dependencies. Key Responsibilities - Build end-to-end RAG pipelines on isolated defence networks using open-source LLMs (Llama 3, Mistral, Qwen) - Deploy local vector stores (Chroma, FAISS, Milvus) with sensitive document ingestion pipelines - Host and optimise LLMs using vLLM/TGI on local GPU clusters without internet connectivity - Implement agent orchestration using LangChain/LangGraph in completely offline environments - Design secure document processing for classified materials with appropriate data sanitisation - Build monitoring and evaluation systems that operate within air-gapped infrastructure Essential Requirements - Active SC Clearance (non-negotiable) - willingness to undergo DV if required - Demonstrable experience deploying open-source LLMs (Llama, Mistral, Falcon) on-premises - Expertise with local vector databases (Chroma, FAISS, Weaviate) in offline deployments - Strong vLLM/Text Generation Inference experience for high-throughput model serving - Proven ability to work on air-gapped systems with no external package repositories - Experience with GPU orchestration (NVIDIA A100/H100) and CUDA optimisation - Python expertise with offline dependency management and local package mirrors Technical Stack (All On-Premises) Models: Llama 3, Mistral, Qwen (locally hosted) Vector Stores: Chroma, FAISS, Milvus Orchestration: LangChain, LangGraph for agents Hosting: vLLM, TGI, Ollama on bare metal/private cloud Infrastructure: Air-gapped Kubernetes, local container registries Desirable Skills - Experience with defence/government IT security protocols - Knowledge of CIS benchmarks and NCSC guidelines - Familiarity with cross-domain solutions and data diodes - Understanding of classification marking and handling procedures
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
AI Engineer - Defence RAG Systems ( Security Clearance Essential ) On Site 2 X Days a week, Plymouth Clearance: Active SC Essential Sector: Defence Role Overview Defence client requires an SC Cleared AI Engineer to build fully on-premises RAG systems using open-source technologies. You'll develop classified AI capabilities on air-gapped infrastructure with zero external dependencies. Key Responsibilities - Build end-to-end RAG pipelines on isolated defence networks using open-source LLMs (Llama 3, Mistral, Qwen) - Deploy local vector stores (Chroma, FAISS, Milvus) with sensitive document ingestion pipelines - Host and optimise LLMs using vLLM/TGI on local GPU clusters without internet connectivity - Implement agent orchestration using LangChain/LangGraph in completely offline environments - Design secure document processing for classified materials with appropriate data sanitisation - Build monitoring and evaluation systems that operate within air-gapped infrastructure Essential Requirements - Active SC Clearance (non-negotiable) - willingness to undergo DV if required - Demonstrable experience deploying open-source LLMs (Llama, Mistral, Falcon) on-premises - Expertise with local vector databases (Chroma, FAISS, Weaviate) in offline deployments - Strong vLLM/Text Generation Inference experience for high-throughput model serving - Proven ability to work on air-gapped systems with no external package repositories - Experience with GPU orchestration (NVIDIA A100/H100) and CUDA optimisation - Python expertise with offline dependency management and local package mirrors Technical Stack (All On-Premises) Models: Llama 3, Mistral, Qwen (locally hosted) Vector Stores: Chroma, FAISS, Milvus Orchestration: LangChain, LangGraph for agents Hosting: vLLM, TGI, Ollama on bare metal/private cloud Infrastructure: Air-gapped Kubernetes, local container registries Desirable Skills - Experience with defence/government IT security protocols - Knowledge of CIS benchmarks and NCSC guidelines - Familiarity with cross-domain solutions and data diodes - Understanding of classification marking and handling procedures
DV (Developed Vetting) Security Cleared Senior Azure/Cloud Engineer/Azure Devops is required by our government client based in Milton Keynes or London (commutable from Northampton, East Midlands, Bedford, Luton, North London). Hybrid working Working in a DV Security Cleared environment. You will hold a current DV clearance or be eligible to undertake. Rate: c.£500 - 600 (umbrella company) As the Senior Cloud/Azure Engineer leads the design, deployment, and optimisation of cloud infrastructure, enabling us to deliver secure, scalable, and innovative digital services globally. This role drives cloud adoption, automation, and continuous improvement in line with the organisations digital and AI transformation strategy. Responsibilities: Architect, implement, and manage cloud platforms (primarily Azure), ensuring compliance, security, and cost-effectiveness. Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools. Mentor junior engineers, contribute to DevOps practices, and support incident response and service improvement initiatives. Technical Skills Azure Tenant Ansible Containerisation (Docker/Podman) Powershell Python Linux Hypervisor (Proxmox) PKI zScaler DNS IP management GitHub CI/CD pipelines SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
Oct 06, 2025
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DV (Developed Vetting) Security Cleared Senior Azure/Cloud Engineer/Azure Devops is required by our government client based in Milton Keynes or London (commutable from Northampton, East Midlands, Bedford, Luton, North London). Hybrid working Working in a DV Security Cleared environment. You will hold a current DV clearance or be eligible to undertake. Rate: c.£500 - 600 (umbrella company) As the Senior Cloud/Azure Engineer leads the design, deployment, and optimisation of cloud infrastructure, enabling us to deliver secure, scalable, and innovative digital services globally. This role drives cloud adoption, automation, and continuous improvement in line with the organisations digital and AI transformation strategy. Responsibilities: Architect, implement, and manage cloud platforms (primarily Azure), ensuring compliance, security, and cost-effectiveness. Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools. Mentor junior engineers, contribute to DevOps practices, and support incident response and service improvement initiatives. Technical Skills Azure Tenant Ansible Containerisation (Docker/Podman) Powershell Python Linux Hypervisor (Proxmox) PKI zScaler DNS IP management GitHub CI/CD pipelines SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.
I am currently looking for 2 experienced Cyber Security Engineers (DV Cleared) for a client, based in Milton Keynes with occasional travel to London. DV Clearance is essential - applicants without current clearance unfortunately cannot be considered. About the Role: These roles sit within a client's Cybersecurity Operations function. You will play a key part in designing, implementing, and maintaining the platforms that support enterprise-scale security operations. From SIEM and log collection to endpoint detection, automation, and integration, you'll help ensure the SOC team has the reliable and scalable infrastructure it needs to detect, investigate, and respond to threats. Responsibilities: Manage and optimise SIEM platforms (Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, open-source alternatives) across hybrid-cloud environments Configure and maintain log/data pipelines from endpoints, cloud services, and network devices Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of core security platforms Integrate new security tools into the ecosystem, including automation via APIs, Scripting, and AI Maintain clear documentation, diagrams, and procedures to support knowledge sharing and consistency Skills & Experience: Strong hands-on experience with SIEM technologies (Splunk, Sentinel, etc.) Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and hybrid environments Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell) for automation and integration Experience with SOAR and SecDevOps practices (Git, GitHub, Azure DevOps, CI/CD) Good understanding of frameworks such as NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, CAF Background in Incident Response or SOC analysis is highly valued Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset Effective communication and collaboration skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Certifications (Splunk, Microsoft, SANS, etc.) are desirable but not required. Location: Milton Keynes (with some travel to London) Positions: 2 available If you're DV cleared and want to take on a challenging and rewarding role with a leading organisation, I'd love to hear from you.
Oct 06, 2025
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I am currently looking for 2 experienced Cyber Security Engineers (DV Cleared) for a client, based in Milton Keynes with occasional travel to London. DV Clearance is essential - applicants without current clearance unfortunately cannot be considered. About the Role: These roles sit within a client's Cybersecurity Operations function. You will play a key part in designing, implementing, and maintaining the platforms that support enterprise-scale security operations. From SIEM and log collection to endpoint detection, automation, and integration, you'll help ensure the SOC team has the reliable and scalable infrastructure it needs to detect, investigate, and respond to threats. Responsibilities: Manage and optimise SIEM platforms (Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, open-source alternatives) across hybrid-cloud environments Configure and maintain log/data pipelines from endpoints, cloud services, and network devices Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of core security platforms Integrate new security tools into the ecosystem, including automation via APIs, Scripting, and AI Maintain clear documentation, diagrams, and procedures to support knowledge sharing and consistency Skills & Experience: Strong hands-on experience with SIEM technologies (Splunk, Sentinel, etc.) Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and hybrid environments Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell) for automation and integration Experience with SOAR and SecDevOps practices (Git, GitHub, Azure DevOps, CI/CD) Good understanding of frameworks such as NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, CAF Background in Incident Response or SOC analysis is highly valued Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset Effective communication and collaboration skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Certifications (Splunk, Microsoft, SANS, etc.) are desirable but not required. Location: Milton Keynes (with some travel to London) Positions: 2 available If you're DV cleared and want to take on a challenging and rewarding role with a leading organisation, I'd love to hear from you.
VMware Engineer - Must have a valid DV Clearance We are seeking a VMware Engineer to join an established deployment team working on a major hardware roll-out for a large government account. You will play a key part in the configuration and deployment of ESX devices as part of a wider infrastructure programme click apply for full job details
Oct 04, 2025
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VMware Engineer - Must have a valid DV Clearance We are seeking a VMware Engineer to join an established deployment team working on a major hardware roll-out for a large government account. You will play a key part in the configuration and deployment of ESX devices as part of a wider infrastructure programme click apply for full job details
We are looking for an experienced Security Cleared (SC) DevOps Automation Engineer to help drive the next stage of automation maturity across build, test, and release pipelines. This role is critical to enabling development teams to test earlier, accelerate release cycles, and ensure consistency and compliance across environments. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and optimise CI/CD pipelines to support build, test, and deployment. Automate containerisation workflows and orchestration with OpenShift. Integrate automated testing and quality gates into pipelines to improve release readiness. Implement secure, compliant automation including SAST/DAST, dependency scanning, and artifact signing. Automate infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, Helm). Ensure observability by integrating monitoring/logging solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk). Collaborate with dev squads to onboard applications into standardised pipelines and templates. Essential Skills Strong background with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, ArgoCD, Tekton). Advanced Scripting skills (Python, Bash, Groovy, PowerShell). Expertise with Docker/Podman and deployment automation on OpenShift. Proven experience delivering IaC solutions. Solid understanding of secure DevOps practices and compliance frameworks. Track record of enabling shift-left testing and reducing cycle times. Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will have a valid UK SC Clearance prior to a start.
Oct 03, 2025
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We are looking for an experienced Security Cleared (SC) DevOps Automation Engineer to help drive the next stage of automation maturity across build, test, and release pipelines. This role is critical to enabling development teams to test earlier, accelerate release cycles, and ensure consistency and compliance across environments. Key Responsibilities: Design, build, and optimise CI/CD pipelines to support build, test, and deployment. Automate containerisation workflows and orchestration with OpenShift. Integrate automated testing and quality gates into pipelines to improve release readiness. Implement secure, compliant automation including SAST/DAST, dependency scanning, and artifact signing. Automate infrastructure provisioning using Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible, Helm). Ensure observability by integrating monitoring/logging solutions (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Splunk). Collaborate with dev squads to onboard applications into standardised pipelines and templates. Essential Skills Strong background with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Azure DevOps, ArgoCD, Tekton). Advanced Scripting skills (Python, Bash, Groovy, PowerShell). Expertise with Docker/Podman and deployment automation on OpenShift. Proven experience delivering IaC solutions. Solid understanding of secure DevOps practices and compliance frameworks. Track record of enabling shift-left testing and reducing cycle times. Due to the nature of the role, the successful candidate will have a valid UK SC Clearance prior to a start.
Linux Engineer - Porton Down - On-site - Full Time Day rate: 450 - 500 p/d Outside IR35 Contract: 6 months (possible extension) Location: Porton Down, Salisbury (On-site, 5 days a week) Clearance: DV Clearance Start: ASAP We are seeking an experienced Linux Engineer to join our client's team on a 6-month contract in Salisbury. This role is fully on-site and will lead the setup of a standalone, air-gapped network within a lab environment. The role will involve: Leading on the design and strategy for the target network. Configuring and deploying 20 servers and workstations. Integrating legacy hardware model servers from an old DSI network into the existing Linux standalone network. Working with and adapting the lab's standalone infrastructure to create a new combined network. Producing clear documentation and records to ensure smooth ongoing maintenance. Designing, proposing, and implementing improvements in: - Linux software updates and workstation configuration. - User account/domain configuration. - Shared filesystems. - Browser-based software management tools. Essential: Strong hands-on experience with Linux, networking, and domain management. Proven ability to configure, integrate, and deploy servers/workstations. Experience within secure/defence or lab-based environments (desirable). Excellent problem-solving and documentation skills. Non-negotiables: Due to the highly secure nature of the projects that you will be involved with, you must be: A UK National and eligible to work in the UK Eligible to obtain and maintain a UK Government DV-level security clearance 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)
Oct 02, 2025
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Linux Engineer - Porton Down - On-site - Full Time Day rate: 450 - 500 p/d Outside IR35 Contract: 6 months (possible extension) Location: Porton Down, Salisbury (On-site, 5 days a week) Clearance: DV Clearance Start: ASAP We are seeking an experienced Linux Engineer to join our client's team on a 6-month contract in Salisbury. This role is fully on-site and will lead the setup of a standalone, air-gapped network within a lab environment. The role will involve: Leading on the design and strategy for the target network. Configuring and deploying 20 servers and workstations. Integrating legacy hardware model servers from an old DSI network into the existing Linux standalone network. Working with and adapting the lab's standalone infrastructure to create a new combined network. Producing clear documentation and records to ensure smooth ongoing maintenance. Designing, proposing, and implementing improvements in: - Linux software updates and workstation configuration. - User account/domain configuration. - Shared filesystems. - Browser-based software management tools. Essential: Strong hands-on experience with Linux, networking, and domain management. Proven ability to configure, integrate, and deploy servers/workstations. Experience within secure/defence or lab-based environments (desirable). Excellent problem-solving and documentation skills. Non-negotiables: Due to the highly secure nature of the projects that you will be involved with, you must be: A UK National and eligible to work in the UK Eligible to obtain and maintain a UK Government DV-level security clearance 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)
AI Engineer - Defence RAG Systems ( Security Clearance Essential ) On Site 2 X Days a week Plymouth Clearance: Active SC Essential Sector: Defence Role Overview Defence client requires an SC Cleared AI Engineer to build fully on-premises RAG systems using open-source technologies. You'll develop classified AI capabilities on air-gapped infrastructure with zero external dependencies. Key Responsibilities - Build end-to-end RAG pipelines on isolated defence networks using open-source LLMs (Llama 3, Mistral, Qwen) - Deploy local vector stores (Chroma, FAISS, Milvus) with sensitive document ingestion pipelines - Host and optimise LLMs using vLLM/TGI on local GPU clusters without internet connectivity - Implement agent orchestration using LangChain/LangGraph in completely offline environments - Design secure document processing for classified materials with appropriate data sanitisation - Build monitoring and evaluation systems that operate within air-gapped infrastructure Essential Requirements - Active SC Clearance (non-negotiable) - willingness to undergo DV if required - Demonstrable experience deploying open-source LLMs (Llama, Mistral, Falcon) on-premises - Expertise with local vector databases (Chroma, FAISS, Weaviate) in offline deployments - Strong vLLM/Text Generation Inference experience for high-throughput model serving - Proven ability to work on air-gapped systems with no external package repositories - Experience with GPU orchestration (NVIDIA A100/H100) and CUDA optimisation - Python expertise with offline dependency management and local package mirrors Technical Stack (All On-Premises) Models: Llama 3, Mistral, Qwen (locally hosted) Vector Stores: Chroma, FAISS, Milvus Orchestration: LangChain, LangGraph for agents Hosting: vLLM, TGI, Ollama on bare metal/private cloud Infrastructure: Air-gapped Kubernetes, local container registries Desirable Skills - Experience with defence/government IT security protocols - Knowledge of CIS benchmarks and NCSC guidelines - Familiarity with cross-domain solutions and data diodes - Understanding of classification marking and handling procedures
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
AI Engineer - Defence RAG Systems ( Security Clearance Essential ) On Site 2 X Days a week Plymouth Clearance: Active SC Essential Sector: Defence Role Overview Defence client requires an SC Cleared AI Engineer to build fully on-premises RAG systems using open-source technologies. You'll develop classified AI capabilities on air-gapped infrastructure with zero external dependencies. Key Responsibilities - Build end-to-end RAG pipelines on isolated defence networks using open-source LLMs (Llama 3, Mistral, Qwen) - Deploy local vector stores (Chroma, FAISS, Milvus) with sensitive document ingestion pipelines - Host and optimise LLMs using vLLM/TGI on local GPU clusters without internet connectivity - Implement agent orchestration using LangChain/LangGraph in completely offline environments - Design secure document processing for classified materials with appropriate data sanitisation - Build monitoring and evaluation systems that operate within air-gapped infrastructure Essential Requirements - Active SC Clearance (non-negotiable) - willingness to undergo DV if required - Demonstrable experience deploying open-source LLMs (Llama, Mistral, Falcon) on-premises - Expertise with local vector databases (Chroma, FAISS, Weaviate) in offline deployments - Strong vLLM/Text Generation Inference experience for high-throughput model serving - Proven ability to work on air-gapped systems with no external package repositories - Experience with GPU orchestration (NVIDIA A100/H100) and CUDA optimisation - Python expertise with offline dependency management and local package mirrors Technical Stack (All On-Premises) Models: Llama 3, Mistral, Qwen (locally hosted) Vector Stores: Chroma, FAISS, Milvus Orchestration: LangChain, LangGraph for agents Hosting: vLLM, TGI, Ollama on bare metal/private cloud Infrastructure: Air-gapped Kubernetes, local container registries Desirable Skills - Experience with defence/government IT security protocols - Knowledge of CIS benchmarks and NCSC guidelines - Familiarity with cross-domain solutions and data diodes - Understanding of classification marking and handling procedures
DV-Cleared Application Support Engineer - Contract (Outside IR35) The Role We are seeking a DV-cleared Application Support Engineer to join our client's on-site team in the Cheltenham area. You will help maintain and support a managed cross-domain service, leveraging a broad range of technologies. The role focuses on site reliability engineering practices to ensure service resilience, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Area (on-site minimum 4 days per week) Rate: 500 - 600 per day Clearance: Active DV clearance required Start : ASAP Duration : 6 months Key Responsibilities Build & Deploy Manage and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Java, Maven, and NPM. Configure and execute automated test suites with Maven and Cypress. Deploy and configure services using Terraform and Ansible across OpenShift, RHEL/CentOS, and Docker. Configure and integrate third-party software and appliances. Monitoring & Verification Track service performance and availability using Influx and Grafana. Configure alerts to detect issues before they escalate. Analyse logs and investigate anomalies in system behaviour. Support & Troubleshooting Provide 2nd/3rd line support, resolving issues and answering business queries. Manage incidents, escalate problems, and conduct root cause analysis. Implement proactive changes to improve service stability. Maintenance Automate tasks to reduce manual workload. Conduct OS health checks, patching, and database housekeeping. Support multi-site data centre operations. Key Skills Experience in a managed service environment with strong service delivery focus. Hands-on with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible). Application development experience (Java or similar). Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with sound decision-making. Excellent communication and stakeholder management. Proficient with Git version control. Desirable Skills Experience with microservices deployment and administration. Familiarity with messaging platforms (e.g., AMQP). Knowledge of S3 object storage. Experience with RDBMS (Oracle or similar) Services advertised are those of an Employment Business.
Oct 02, 2025
Contractor
DV-Cleared Application Support Engineer - Contract (Outside IR35) The Role We are seeking a DV-cleared Application Support Engineer to join our client's on-site team in the Cheltenham area. You will help maintain and support a managed cross-domain service, leveraging a broad range of technologies. The role focuses on site reliability engineering practices to ensure service resilience, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Area (on-site minimum 4 days per week) Rate: 500 - 600 per day Clearance: Active DV clearance required Start : ASAP Duration : 6 months Key Responsibilities Build & Deploy Manage and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Java, Maven, and NPM. Configure and execute automated test suites with Maven and Cypress. Deploy and configure services using Terraform and Ansible across OpenShift, RHEL/CentOS, and Docker. Configure and integrate third-party software and appliances. Monitoring & Verification Track service performance and availability using Influx and Grafana. Configure alerts to detect issues before they escalate. Analyse logs and investigate anomalies in system behaviour. Support & Troubleshooting Provide 2nd/3rd line support, resolving issues and answering business queries. Manage incidents, escalate problems, and conduct root cause analysis. Implement proactive changes to improve service stability. Maintenance Automate tasks to reduce manual workload. Conduct OS health checks, patching, and database housekeeping. Support multi-site data centre operations. Key Skills Experience in a managed service environment with strong service delivery focus. Hands-on with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible). Application development experience (Java or similar). Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with sound decision-making. Excellent communication and stakeholder management. Proficient with Git version control. Desirable Skills Experience with microservices deployment and administration. Familiarity with messaging platforms (e.g., AMQP). Knowledge of S3 object storage. Experience with RDBMS (Oracle or similar) Services advertised are those of an Employment Business.
CONTRACT PALANTIR DATA ENGINEER - DV CLEARED NEW OUTSIDE IR35 CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE WITHIN A HIGHLY SECURE DELIVERY PROGRAMME FOR A DV CLEARED PALANTIR FOUNDRY DATA ENGINEER. Contract opportunity for a Palantir Data Engineer to support cutting-edge National Security projects Up to £650 per day (Outside IR35) DV clearance is essential Based Full time onsite in London Initial 12-month contract, with strong potential for long-term extension To apply, please email: (see below) WHO WE ARE? We are growing our customer delivery team off the back of major success in the secure consultancy space. As part of a key programme of work, we are looking to build an additional Palantir Data Engineering team to help deliver mission-impacting solutions within a fast-paced, secure environment. WE NEED THE PALANTIR DATA ENGINEER TO HAVE Proven experience building and deploying applications using Palantir Foundry Strong software/data engineering background - Computer Science, Physics, Maths, Data Science. Proficiency in Python and JavaScript/TypeScript Experience solving technical problems involving cloud, infrastructure, data pipelines, or full-stack apps Ability to design and manage Ontologies and build applications using Foundry tools like Workshop Strong communication skills to collaborate with technical and military/non-technical stakeholders Experience integrating data from multiple sources into Foundry via Pipeline Builder and custom code Comfortable working on-site within a secure environment and at pace with end-users TO BE CONSIDERED . Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to (see below) For further information, call me. I'm happy to speak outside of normal working hours (7am-10pm). If unavailable, leave a message and I'll get back to you ASAP. By applying for this role you give express consent for us to process and submit your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLS: PALANTIR/FOUNDARY/DATA ENGINEER/PIPELINE BUILDER/ONTOLOGY/PYTHON/TYPESCRIPT/FULL STACK/DV CLEARED/LONDON/CONTRACT
Oct 01, 2025
Contractor
CONTRACT PALANTIR DATA ENGINEER - DV CLEARED NEW OUTSIDE IR35 CONTRACT OPPORTUNITY AVAILABLE WITHIN A HIGHLY SECURE DELIVERY PROGRAMME FOR A DV CLEARED PALANTIR FOUNDRY DATA ENGINEER. Contract opportunity for a Palantir Data Engineer to support cutting-edge National Security projects Up to £650 per day (Outside IR35) DV clearance is essential Based Full time onsite in London Initial 12-month contract, with strong potential for long-term extension To apply, please email: (see below) WHO WE ARE? We are growing our customer delivery team off the back of major success in the secure consultancy space. As part of a key programme of work, we are looking to build an additional Palantir Data Engineering team to help deliver mission-impacting solutions within a fast-paced, secure environment. WE NEED THE PALANTIR DATA ENGINEER TO HAVE Proven experience building and deploying applications using Palantir Foundry Strong software/data engineering background - Computer Science, Physics, Maths, Data Science. Proficiency in Python and JavaScript/TypeScript Experience solving technical problems involving cloud, infrastructure, data pipelines, or full-stack apps Ability to design and manage Ontologies and build applications using Foundry tools like Workshop Strong communication skills to collaborate with technical and military/non-technical stakeholders Experience integrating data from multiple sources into Foundry via Pipeline Builder and custom code Comfortable working on-site within a secure environment and at pace with end-users TO BE CONSIDERED . Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to (see below) For further information, call me. I'm happy to speak outside of normal working hours (7am-10pm). If unavailable, leave a message and I'll get back to you ASAP. By applying for this role you give express consent for us to process and submit your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLS: PALANTIR/FOUNDARY/DATA ENGINEER/PIPELINE BUILDER/ONTOLOGY/PYTHON/TYPESCRIPT/FULL STACK/DV CLEARED/LONDON/CONTRACT
LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
Sheffield, Yorkshire
GCP Cloud Engineer 2 Month contract initially Based: Hybrid/Sheffield or Birmingham or Edinburgh (Max 3 days p/w onsite) Rate: £Market rates p/d (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We a great opportunity for a GCP Cloud Engineer to join the team. We have an excellent opportunity for a seasoned GCP Cloud Engineer to aid in the development of services on Public Cloud Platforms. Utilise your Cloud Engineering expertise and DevOps skills across GCP to deploy and configure robust Back End services, automate infrastructure, and employ CSP native services. This role offers the chance to work on impactful systems within a secure, high-availability setting at a leading global financial institution. Key Responsibilities: * Deploying, configuring and securing Back End REST API services using CSP native services. * Deploying, configuring and securing containerised application runtimes using Infrastructure as Code. * Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines in collaboration with DevOps and Security teams, focusing on traceability and regulatory controls. * Managing, monitoring, and optimising cloud infrastructure across GCP, ensuring performance, resilience, cost-efficiency, and data security. * Collaborating closely with infrastructure, architecture, and cybersecurity teams to meet internal risk, compliance, and governance requirements. * Supporting live systems, conducting root cause analysis, fixing bugs and implementing solutions for incidents and performance bottlenecks. Key Skills & Experience: * A background in Cloud Engineering with infrastructure experience. * Over 5 years of development experience, focusing on large-scale, distributed systems. * Hands-on experience with GCP, including CSP native services, networking, IAM, databases (PostgreSQL) and cost optimization. Experience with other cloud providers such as AWS is advantageous. * Proven experience with DevOps practices, including Infrastructure as Code (eg, Terraform), CI/CD tools (eg, Jenkins, GitLab CI), and containerization. * A strong understanding of security principles in cloud and enterprise systems. * Familiarity with audit and compliance considerations in regulated industries, particularly finance or banking. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively to diverse audiences. * A successful track record of delivering complex projects and/or programmes, using appropriate techniques and tools to ensure and measure success. Essential Skills * Demonstrable experience of: o Public Cloud. o Infrastructure build and configurations for services including Compute, Storage, Networking. o Linux. o Relational and NoSQL databases. o Integration services such as messaging and streams. o Building RESTful API Services. o Containerisation, Kubernetes, serverless functions. o Microservices and distributed tracing. o Enterprise logging, monitoring, and alerting frameworks (eg, ELK, Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana). o Automation Scripting (using languages such as Terraform, Ansible etc.). * Experience with Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Delivery (CD) and continuous testing tools. * Experience working within an Agile environment. * A good understanding of cryptography (authentication, data encryption). * The ability to quickly acquire new skills and tools. * Good non-functional testing experience. This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Oct 01, 2025
Contractor
GCP Cloud Engineer 2 Month contract initially Based: Hybrid/Sheffield or Birmingham or Edinburgh (Max 3 days p/w onsite) Rate: £Market rates p/d (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We a great opportunity for a GCP Cloud Engineer to join the team. We have an excellent opportunity for a seasoned GCP Cloud Engineer to aid in the development of services on Public Cloud Platforms. Utilise your Cloud Engineering expertise and DevOps skills across GCP to deploy and configure robust Back End services, automate infrastructure, and employ CSP native services. This role offers the chance to work on impactful systems within a secure, high-availability setting at a leading global financial institution. Key Responsibilities: * Deploying, configuring and securing Back End REST API services using CSP native services. * Deploying, configuring and securing containerised application runtimes using Infrastructure as Code. * Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines in collaboration with DevOps and Security teams, focusing on traceability and regulatory controls. * Managing, monitoring, and optimising cloud infrastructure across GCP, ensuring performance, resilience, cost-efficiency, and data security. * Collaborating closely with infrastructure, architecture, and cybersecurity teams to meet internal risk, compliance, and governance requirements. * Supporting live systems, conducting root cause analysis, fixing bugs and implementing solutions for incidents and performance bottlenecks. Key Skills & Experience: * A background in Cloud Engineering with infrastructure experience. * Over 5 years of development experience, focusing on large-scale, distributed systems. * Hands-on experience with GCP, including CSP native services, networking, IAM, databases (PostgreSQL) and cost optimization. Experience with other cloud providers such as AWS is advantageous. * Proven experience with DevOps practices, including Infrastructure as Code (eg, Terraform), CI/CD tools (eg, Jenkins, GitLab CI), and containerization. * A strong understanding of security principles in cloud and enterprise systems. * Familiarity with audit and compliance considerations in regulated industries, particularly finance or banking. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information effectively to diverse audiences. * A successful track record of delivering complex projects and/or programmes, using appropriate techniques and tools to ensure and measure success. Essential Skills * Demonstrable experience of: o Public Cloud. o Infrastructure build and configurations for services including Compute, Storage, Networking. o Linux. o Relational and NoSQL databases. o Integration services such as messaging and streams. o Building RESTful API Services. o Containerisation, Kubernetes, serverless functions. o Microservices and distributed tracing. o Enterprise logging, monitoring, and alerting frameworks (eg, ELK, Splunk, Prometheus, Grafana). o Automation Scripting (using languages such as Terraform, Ansible etc.). * Experience with Continuous Integration (CI), Continuous Delivery (CD) and continuous testing tools. * Experience working within an Agile environment. * A good understanding of cryptography (authentication, data encryption). * The ability to quickly acquire new skills and tools. * Good non-functional testing experience. This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
Leamington Spa, Warwickshire
SOC Manager 6 Month contract initially Based: Hybrid/Leamington & Gaydon - Hybrid as per business need Rate: £Market rates p/d (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a SOC Manager to join the team. As SOC Manager you will: * Oversee SOC activities by reviewing your team's performance metrics, incident reports and other key indicators * Lead incident response efforts when a security incident occurs, the SOC team has to respond as quickly as possible * Lead these efforts by establishing clear incident response procedures and protocols and conveying them to the team * Analyse incident reports to understand your organization's security posture by reviewing incident reports, SOC managers identify patterns and trends that may indicate weaknesses or vulnerabilities in their security defences * Serve as the point of contact (POC) for security incidents within the company. You are the primary liaison between the SOC team, other internal stakeholders, and external parties such as vendors, clients or regulatory bodies. * Be responsible for conducting information security investigations as a result of security incidents. These are previously identified by the Level 2 security analyst who are monitoring the security consoles from various SOC entry channels (SIEM, Tickets, Email and Phone) End to end security incident management. You will play a key role in providing the highest level of technical expertise and handling the most complex security incidents. Key Responsibilities: * Manage service and process improvements of SOC, auditing SOC incidents, identifying new use cases and automations * POC for SOC engineering team, threat intelligence analyst and Threat exposure management * Act as a point of escalation for Level-2 SOC security analysts in support of information security investigations to provide guidance and oversight on incident resolution and containment techniques * Act as the lead coordinator to individual information security incidents * Mentor security analysts regarding risk management, information security controls, incident analysis, incident response, SIEM monitoring, and other operational tasks (tools, techniques, Procedures) in support of technologies managed by the Security Operations Centre. * Document incidents from initial detection through final resolution * Ensure threat management, threat modelling, identify threat vectors and develop use cases for security monitoring * Create reports, dashboards, metrics for SOC operations and presentation to Sr. Mgmt. * Act as focal point for any investigations involving security; to prepare reports and note follow up action * Participate in the role of Incident Manager during any incidents and emergencies * Ensure that all business recovery/contingency plans and/or procedures held within the security control rooms are always kept up to date * Coordinate with IT teams on escalations, tracking, performance issues, and outages Key skills & experience: * Strong knowledge in Authentication, End Point Security, Internet Policy Enforcement, Firewalls, Web Content Filtering, Database Activity Monitoring (DAM), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Identity and Access Management (IAM) and SOC advancements such as EDR and SOAR * Good knowledge of SIEM technologies, like Google Chronicle, Splunk ES or QRadar * In-depth familiarity with security policies based on industry standards and best practices * Experienced within the information security field, with emphasis on security operations, incident management, intrusion analysis, security device installations, configuration, and troubleshooting (e. g., Firewall, IDS, etc.) * Experience in Log source integration and in Developing new correlation rules & Parser writing * Experienced in SOC automation development, cloud operations (e. g. AWS), Designing, building security operations centers and Regulatory Compliance * Ability to lead and communicate efficiently within a team environment along with Incident management process development and/or incident management experience * Solid understanding of information technology and information security required * Excellent communication and presentation skills with demonstrated skill in presenting analytical data effectively to varied audiences (including executives) * Ability to work well under pressure with differing levels of Management This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Sep 26, 2025
Contractor
SOC Manager 6 Month contract initially Based: Hybrid/Leamington & Gaydon - Hybrid as per business need Rate: £Market rates p/d (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a SOC Manager to join the team. As SOC Manager you will: * Oversee SOC activities by reviewing your team's performance metrics, incident reports and other key indicators * Lead incident response efforts when a security incident occurs, the SOC team has to respond as quickly as possible * Lead these efforts by establishing clear incident response procedures and protocols and conveying them to the team * Analyse incident reports to understand your organization's security posture by reviewing incident reports, SOC managers identify patterns and trends that may indicate weaknesses or vulnerabilities in their security defences * Serve as the point of contact (POC) for security incidents within the company. You are the primary liaison between the SOC team, other internal stakeholders, and external parties such as vendors, clients or regulatory bodies. * Be responsible for conducting information security investigations as a result of security incidents. These are previously identified by the Level 2 security analyst who are monitoring the security consoles from various SOC entry channels (SIEM, Tickets, Email and Phone) End to end security incident management. You will play a key role in providing the highest level of technical expertise and handling the most complex security incidents. Key Responsibilities: * Manage service and process improvements of SOC, auditing SOC incidents, identifying new use cases and automations * POC for SOC engineering team, threat intelligence analyst and Threat exposure management * Act as a point of escalation for Level-2 SOC security analysts in support of information security investigations to provide guidance and oversight on incident resolution and containment techniques * Act as the lead coordinator to individual information security incidents * Mentor security analysts regarding risk management, information security controls, incident analysis, incident response, SIEM monitoring, and other operational tasks (tools, techniques, Procedures) in support of technologies managed by the Security Operations Centre. * Document incidents from initial detection through final resolution * Ensure threat management, threat modelling, identify threat vectors and develop use cases for security monitoring * Create reports, dashboards, metrics for SOC operations and presentation to Sr. Mgmt. * Act as focal point for any investigations involving security; to prepare reports and note follow up action * Participate in the role of Incident Manager during any incidents and emergencies * Ensure that all business recovery/contingency plans and/or procedures held within the security control rooms are always kept up to date * Coordinate with IT teams on escalations, tracking, performance issues, and outages Key skills & experience: * Strong knowledge in Authentication, End Point Security, Internet Policy Enforcement, Firewalls, Web Content Filtering, Database Activity Monitoring (DAM), Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Data Loss Prevention (DLP), Identity and Access Management (IAM) and SOC advancements such as EDR and SOAR * Good knowledge of SIEM technologies, like Google Chronicle, Splunk ES or QRadar * In-depth familiarity with security policies based on industry standards and best practices * Experienced within the information security field, with emphasis on security operations, incident management, intrusion analysis, security device installations, configuration, and troubleshooting (e. g., Firewall, IDS, etc.) * Experience in Log source integration and in Developing new correlation rules & Parser writing * Experienced in SOC automation development, cloud operations (e. g. AWS), Designing, building security operations centers and Regulatory Compliance * Ability to lead and communicate efficiently within a team environment along with Incident management process development and/or incident management experience * Solid understanding of information technology and information security required * Excellent communication and presentation skills with demonstrated skill in presenting analytical data effectively to varied audiences (including executives) * Ability to work well under pressure with differing levels of Management This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Job Title: Lead Cloud & Database Services Engineer Day Rate: Circa £650 per day, Inside IR35 Clearance Required: DV Clearance (Developed Vetting) Location: Milton Keynes or Glasgow, 3 days per week. Duration: 6 Months initially An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Cloud and Database Services Engineer to provide technical leadership across cloud and database platforms, ensuring the delivery of secure, scalable, and high-performing infrastructure. You will lead the design, implementation, and optimisation of cloud and database solutions, drive automation, security, and compliance , and mentor engineers while fostering a culture of continuous improvement . Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and optimise cloud and database solutions to meet strategic objectives. Drive automation, security, and compliance across cloud and database platforms. Provide technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and supporting key strategic projects. Champion innovation, best practices, and continuous improvement across the engineering function. Skills & Experience Strong expertise in Azure Tenant , SQL , KQL , Ansible , and Power BI . Hands-on experience with containerisation (Docker/Podman) , CEPH , and PKI . Proficiency in PowerShell , Python , and Linux . Deep understanding of database security and automation. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and guide technical teams. This is a rare opportunity to take a senior engineering leadership role within a high-profile government department, shaping cutting-edge cloud and database solutions. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Lead Cloud & Database Services Engineer Day Rate: Circa £650 per day, Inside IR35 Clearance Required: DV Clearance (Developed Vetting) Location: Milton Keynes or Glasgow, 3 days per week. Duration: 6 Months initially An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lead Cloud and Database Services Engineer to provide technical leadership across cloud and database platforms, ensuring the delivery of secure, scalable, and high-performing infrastructure. You will lead the design, implementation, and optimisation of cloud and database solutions, drive automation, security, and compliance , and mentor engineers while fostering a culture of continuous improvement . Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and optimise cloud and database solutions to meet strategic objectives. Drive automation, security, and compliance across cloud and database platforms. Provide technical leadership, mentoring engineers, and supporting key strategic projects. Champion innovation, best practices, and continuous improvement across the engineering function. Skills & Experience Strong expertise in Azure Tenant , SQL , KQL , Ansible , and Power BI . Hands-on experience with containerisation (Docker/Podman) , CEPH , and PKI . Proficiency in PowerShell , Python , and Linux . Deep understanding of database security and automation. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence and guide technical teams. This is a rare opportunity to take a senior engineering leadership role within a high-profile government department, shaping cutting-edge cloud and database solutions. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Job Title: Deputy Head of Engineering Day Rate: Circa £650+ per day, inside ir35 Clearance Required: DV Clearance (Developed Vetting) Location: Milton Keynes OR Glasgow, 3 days per week. Duration: 6 Months We are seeking an experienced Deputy Head of Engineering to support the Head of Engineering in driving the strategic direction, operational excellence, and continuous improvement of the Platform Engineering Team .This is a key leadership role helping to shape and deliver the digital transformation goals of a major UK Government department. You will oversee engineering operations, resource planning , and the delivery of key initiatives , while fostering a culture of technical excellence, DevOps practices, and collaboration across teams. Key Responsibilities Support the Head of Engineering in setting the strategic direction for the Platform Engineering Team. Oversee day-to-day engineering operations and resource planning to ensure successful delivery of key projects. Lead governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Champion DevOps culture, automation, and continuous improvement. Skills & Experience Broad technical knowledge across cloud, infrastructure, security, and automation . Hands-on experience with Azure , Intune , Entra , PKI , and containerisation technologies. Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high-profile digital transformation programme , shaping engineering practices and delivering secure, cutting-edge platforms for government services. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Sep 23, 2025
Full time
Job Title: Deputy Head of Engineering Day Rate: Circa £650+ per day, inside ir35 Clearance Required: DV Clearance (Developed Vetting) Location: Milton Keynes OR Glasgow, 3 days per week. Duration: 6 Months We are seeking an experienced Deputy Head of Engineering to support the Head of Engineering in driving the strategic direction, operational excellence, and continuous improvement of the Platform Engineering Team .This is a key leadership role helping to shape and deliver the digital transformation goals of a major UK Government department. You will oversee engineering operations, resource planning , and the delivery of key initiatives , while fostering a culture of technical excellence, DevOps practices, and collaboration across teams. Key Responsibilities Support the Head of Engineering in setting the strategic direction for the Platform Engineering Team. Oversee day-to-day engineering operations and resource planning to ensure successful delivery of key projects. Lead governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Champion DevOps culture, automation, and continuous improvement. Skills & Experience Broad technical knowledge across cloud, infrastructure, security, and automation . Hands-on experience with Azure , Intune , Entra , PKI , and containerisation technologies. Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high-profile digital transformation programme , shaping engineering practices and delivering secure, cutting-edge platforms for government services. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
