Job Title: SC Cleared Level 2-3 Platform Engineer Location: Corsham & occasional visits to Portsmouth Employment Type: Contract Salary Range: Up to 600 per day via an approved umbrella company Role Overview We are seeking a skilled and proactive Level 2-3 Platform Engineer to support the installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware and software systems used in test and reference environments. These environments directly support deployed live IT systems and are critical to the operations of the Core Engineering, Test, and Live Service Management teams. The role involves working with technologies including VMware, Windows, Linux, and Cisco, and requires hands-on experience in both virtual and physical infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Install and configure virtual machines, networks, and software following system administration guides and work instructions. Apply updates and patches using MECM and WSUS. Install and configure operating systems, antivirus software, and other applications. Set up and maintain IT hardware, including lifting and installing heavy equipment. Proactively monitor complex environments and record issues, faults, and resolutions. Diagnose and resolve network, hardware, and software issues. Conduct root-cause analysis and propose resolutions for technical issues across Windows/Linux servers, virtualisation, and networking. Maintain inventories of hardware/software and manage logistics for replacements. Manage server backups and ensure data integrity. Maintain network connectivity and accurately document changes. Essential Skills & Experience Ability to work on-site at MOD Corsham and PTP within a close-knit team. Experience with: Microsoft Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS Microsoft Server OS (ideally 2012R2, 2019) and Windows 10 VMware vCenter and virtualised environments Various computer hardware platforms Physically able to lift and install heavy equipment. Desirable Skills Administration of: Microsoft Exchange Server 2016 Skype Server 2016 SharePoint Server SQL Server 2016 Trend DSM VEEAM SolarWinds Amulet Hotkey Zero Clients Meinburg NTP VMware Horizon and AppVolumes Microsoft Endpoint Connection Manager Knowledge of: ADFS Windows PKI (especially within Defence or DPKI) VMware NSX and microsegmentation Cryptographic material handling and accounting Linux systems Cisco networking products Willingness to work outside normal hours, including on-call duties (average one week in six). If this is the role for you please submit your CV at your earliest convenience
Sep 04, 2025
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Job Title: SC Cleared Level 2-3 Platform Engineer Location: Corsham & occasional visits to Portsmouth Employment Type: Contract Salary Range: Up to 600 per day via an approved umbrella company Role Overview We are seeking a skilled and proactive Level 2-3 Platform Engineer to support the installation, configuration, and maintenance of hardware and software systems used in test and reference environments. These environments directly support deployed live IT systems and are critical to the operations of the Core Engineering, Test, and Live Service Management teams. The role involves working with technologies including VMware, Windows, Linux, and Cisco, and requires hands-on experience in both virtual and physical infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Install and configure virtual machines, networks, and software following system administration guides and work instructions. Apply updates and patches using MECM and WSUS. Install and configure operating systems, antivirus software, and other applications. Set up and maintain IT hardware, including lifting and installing heavy equipment. Proactively monitor complex environments and record issues, faults, and resolutions. Diagnose and resolve network, hardware, and software issues. Conduct root-cause analysis and propose resolutions for technical issues across Windows/Linux servers, virtualisation, and networking. Maintain inventories of hardware/software and manage logistics for replacements. Manage server backups and ensure data integrity. Maintain network connectivity and accurately document changes. Essential Skills & Experience Ability to work on-site at MOD Corsham and PTP within a close-knit team. Experience with: Microsoft Active Directory, Group Policy, and DNS Microsoft Server OS (ideally 2012R2, 2019) and Windows 10 VMware vCenter and virtualised environments Various computer hardware platforms Physically able to lift and install heavy equipment. Desirable Skills Administration of: Microsoft Exchange Server 2016 Skype Server 2016 SharePoint Server SQL Server 2016 Trend DSM VEEAM SolarWinds Amulet Hotkey Zero Clients Meinburg NTP VMware Horizon and AppVolumes Microsoft Endpoint Connection Manager Knowledge of: ADFS Windows PKI (especially within Defence or DPKI) VMware NSX and microsegmentation Cryptographic material handling and accounting Linux systems Cisco networking products Willingness to work outside normal hours, including on-call duties (average one week in six). If this is the role for you please submit your CV at your earliest convenience
IT Service Team Lead Location: Bristol - Abbeywood Contract: 6 months (with likely extension) Clearance: SC Cleared (Must hold Active SC) We're supporting a large public sector customer in Bristol who require a talented IT Service Team Leader to manage a team of engineers within their IT services function. You'll be responsible for leading 5-7 engineers, ensuring SLAs and KPIs are consistently met while driving service improvements and delivering a first-class customer experience. This role is perfect for someone with a strong track record of leading IT service teams, managing escalations, and building strong customer relationships in a structured service delivery environment. Key responsibilities: Lead and motivate a team of engineers to deliver compliant IT services Host daily calls and ensure issues are resolved effectively Engage with service managers and stakeholders to maintain smooth delivery Use reporting and data to drive performance and resource forecasting Manage escalations, complaints, and process improvements Conduct regular 121s and ensure high team engagement What we're looking for: Strong leadership and organisational skills Experience managing IT service delivery teams Good understanding of Windows and Office tools Excellent customer service and communication skills ITIL knowledge/accreditation Active SC Clearance is essential If you're looking for your next leadership role in IT service delivery, apply today.
Sep 04, 2025
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IT Service Team Lead Location: Bristol - Abbeywood Contract: 6 months (with likely extension) Clearance: SC Cleared (Must hold Active SC) We're supporting a large public sector customer in Bristol who require a talented IT Service Team Leader to manage a team of engineers within their IT services function. You'll be responsible for leading 5-7 engineers, ensuring SLAs and KPIs are consistently met while driving service improvements and delivering a first-class customer experience. This role is perfect for someone with a strong track record of leading IT service teams, managing escalations, and building strong customer relationships in a structured service delivery environment. Key responsibilities: Lead and motivate a team of engineers to deliver compliant IT services Host daily calls and ensure issues are resolved effectively Engage with service managers and stakeholders to maintain smooth delivery Use reporting and data to drive performance and resource forecasting Manage escalations, complaints, and process improvements Conduct regular 121s and ensure high team engagement What we're looking for: Strong leadership and organisational skills Experience managing IT service delivery teams Good understanding of Windows and Office tools Excellent customer service and communication skills ITIL knowledge/accreditation Active SC Clearance is essential If you're looking for your next leadership role in IT service delivery, apply today.
We are heading up a recruitment drive for a global consultancy that require a SC Cleared Operational Engineer to join them on a major government project that's based in Telford 2 days per week. Operational Engineer (Minerva SA Reg Risking) Max Supplier: £600 Clearance required: SC is required - Must hold SC (preferably HMRC) but we can transfer Duration: 6 months Location: Telford: If local to Telford, requirement will be 2 days per week on site. If not local, expectation will be to attend once/twice a month. IR35 Status: Capgemini Mandated PAYE only Job description: The Preventative Risking (PR) team within RIS is responsible for managing the risking and compliance referral processes for Self-Assessment (SA) registrations. Currently, the system identifies approximately 200,000 fraudulent registrations out of 1 million, resulting in an estimated £51 million to £219 million in lost SA repayment claims for HMRC (based on 2021/2022 figures). To address this, a proof of concept (POC) was developed using: SAS Enterprise Guide for table creation, SAS Studio V and SAS RTENG to build the SA registration network, SAS Viya 3.5 tools for risk assessment of new SA registrations. The POC leveraged data from 20 different sources, most of which were already housed in the Minerva Oracle database. Previously, some data had to be transferred manually. However, the automated file transfers described in this Solution Design Document (SDD) will now move that data to the SAS platform using approved Enterprise Architecture (EA) integration patterns, with the initial phase, targeted for delivery in April 2026. This role will form part of a new scrum team within Minerva Platfrom to develop and deliver the Ingestion and Risking within the SAS Platform including IDP. Key Responsibilities: Design, development, and deployment of data integration and transformation solutions using Pentaho, Denodo, Talend, and SAS. Architect and implement scalable data pipelines and services that support Business Intelligence and analytics platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define technical specifications, and deliver robust data solutions. Champion Agile and Scrum methodologies, ensuring timely delivery of sprints and continuous improvement. Drive DevOps practices for CI/CD, automated testing, and deployment of data services. Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation. Ensure data quality, governance, and security standards are upheld across all solutions. Troubleshoot and resolve complex data issues and performance bottlenecks. Key Skills: SAS 9.4 (DI), SAS Viya 3.x (SAS Studio, VA, VI). Platform LSF, Jira, Platform Support. GIT. Strong expertise in ETL tools: Pentaho, Talend. Experience with data virtualization using Denodo. Proficiency in SAS for data analytics and reporting. Oracle (good to have). Solid understanding of Agile and Scrum frameworks. Hands-on experience with DevOps tools and practices (eg, Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes). Strong SQL and data modelling skills. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership abilities. Key Qualifications: Proven track record of data projects and teams. Certifications in Agile/Scrum, DevOps, or relevant data technologies are a plus.
Sep 04, 2025
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We are heading up a recruitment drive for a global consultancy that require a SC Cleared Operational Engineer to join them on a major government project that's based in Telford 2 days per week. Operational Engineer (Minerva SA Reg Risking) Max Supplier: £600 Clearance required: SC is required - Must hold SC (preferably HMRC) but we can transfer Duration: 6 months Location: Telford: If local to Telford, requirement will be 2 days per week on site. If not local, expectation will be to attend once/twice a month. IR35 Status: Capgemini Mandated PAYE only Job description: The Preventative Risking (PR) team within RIS is responsible for managing the risking and compliance referral processes for Self-Assessment (SA) registrations. Currently, the system identifies approximately 200,000 fraudulent registrations out of 1 million, resulting in an estimated £51 million to £219 million in lost SA repayment claims for HMRC (based on 2021/2022 figures). To address this, a proof of concept (POC) was developed using: SAS Enterprise Guide for table creation, SAS Studio V and SAS RTENG to build the SA registration network, SAS Viya 3.5 tools for risk assessment of new SA registrations. The POC leveraged data from 20 different sources, most of which were already housed in the Minerva Oracle database. Previously, some data had to be transferred manually. However, the automated file transfers described in this Solution Design Document (SDD) will now move that data to the SAS platform using approved Enterprise Architecture (EA) integration patterns, with the initial phase, targeted for delivery in April 2026. This role will form part of a new scrum team within Minerva Platfrom to develop and deliver the Ingestion and Risking within the SAS Platform including IDP. Key Responsibilities: Design, development, and deployment of data integration and transformation solutions using Pentaho, Denodo, Talend, and SAS. Architect and implement scalable data pipelines and services that support Business Intelligence and analytics platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements, define technical specifications, and deliver robust data solutions. Champion Agile and Scrum methodologies, ensuring timely delivery of sprints and continuous improvement. Drive DevOps practices for CI/CD, automated testing, and deployment of data services. Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation. Ensure data quality, governance, and security standards are upheld across all solutions. Troubleshoot and resolve complex data issues and performance bottlenecks. Key Skills: SAS 9.4 (DI), SAS Viya 3.x (SAS Studio, VA, VI). Platform LSF, Jira, Platform Support. GIT. Strong expertise in ETL tools: Pentaho, Talend. Experience with data virtualization using Denodo. Proficiency in SAS for data analytics and reporting. Oracle (good to have). Solid understanding of Agile and Scrum frameworks. Hands-on experience with DevOps tools and practices (eg, Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes). Strong SQL and data modelling skills. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and leadership abilities. Key Qualifications: Proven track record of data projects and teams. Certifications in Agile/Scrum, DevOps, or relevant data technologies are a plus.
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.
Sep 03, 2025
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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.
We have a contract requirement for an SC Cleared IT Team Leader based in Bristol, delivering services for a large public sector customer. The role will be on a fixed term contract for an initial 6 month period with likely extension. The successful candidate will have a track record of leading IT services teams, achieving KPIs and SLAs and managing service improvements resulting in a first-class customer experience. Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of 5-7 engineers to deliver the required contractually compliant service to the customer(s) Lead Daily calls with support team to ensure issues are identified and managed appropriately Engage with CC service managers and customer stakeholders to ensure service is running smoothly Use reporting to understand data and performance indicators to drive service improvement Use data and key relationships to forecast future resource requirements Work with Technical Resource Group (TRG) to ensure resource and skill levels are fit for purpose Work with the service delivery lead, other service team leaders and internal operational teams Identify, record and manage issues to improve processes and service Manage escalations and engage appropriate teams through to successful resolution Manage formal complaints and dissatisfied users Suggest and support new processes, changes to process and improvements to service and/or user experience Ensure adherence to both customer and Computacenter policies and procedures Ensure high level of team communication and engagement with objectives Perform Team Operational 121s Regularly attend management meetings Performance Indicators Team/service SLA performance Team utilisation levels User satisfaction scores Staff engagement/morale Ensuring warranty credits are achieved for vendor device repairs Key relationships CC Operational Delivery Managers Service Team Leaders TRG Knowledge, Skills & Experience Leadership and management Organisation Good understanding of IT services delivered to end users. Good customer service skills Good understanding of our MOS processes and tools (Training will be provided) Good knowledge of Windows and Office tools ITIL knowledge or accreditation SC Clearance essential
Sep 03, 2025
We have a contract requirement for an SC Cleared IT Team Leader based in Bristol, delivering services for a large public sector customer. The role will be on a fixed term contract for an initial 6 month period with likely extension. The successful candidate will have a track record of leading IT services teams, achieving KPIs and SLAs and managing service improvements resulting in a first-class customer experience. Responsibilities Lead and manage a team of 5-7 engineers to deliver the required contractually compliant service to the customer(s) Lead Daily calls with support team to ensure issues are identified and managed appropriately Engage with CC service managers and customer stakeholders to ensure service is running smoothly Use reporting to understand data and performance indicators to drive service improvement Use data and key relationships to forecast future resource requirements Work with Technical Resource Group (TRG) to ensure resource and skill levels are fit for purpose Work with the service delivery lead, other service team leaders and internal operational teams Identify, record and manage issues to improve processes and service Manage escalations and engage appropriate teams through to successful resolution Manage formal complaints and dissatisfied users Suggest and support new processes, changes to process and improvements to service and/or user experience Ensure adherence to both customer and Computacenter policies and procedures Ensure high level of team communication and engagement with objectives Perform Team Operational 121s Regularly attend management meetings Performance Indicators Team/service SLA performance Team utilisation levels User satisfaction scores Staff engagement/morale Ensuring warranty credits are achieved for vendor device repairs Key relationships CC Operational Delivery Managers Service Team Leaders TRG Knowledge, Skills & Experience Leadership and management Organisation Good understanding of IT services delivered to end users. Good customer service skills Good understanding of our MOS processes and tools (Training will be provided) Good knowledge of Windows and Office tools ITIL knowledge or accreditation SC Clearance essential
JobTitle: SAP Basis Consultant Rate Range: GBP 500/day on inside Ir35 Contract Duration: 6 months Location: Central London (Hybrid - see details below) Security Requirement Candidates must be SC Cleared Working Expectations Primarily remote, with occasional visits onsite aligned with wider team working patterns. Must attend onsite if remote access is unavailable or where Testing requires physical presence. Core hours: 09:30 - 16:30. Possible requirements to work: Outside normal hours for planned activities (work orders, product releases). Unplanned/emergency incidents (high severity). On OOH (Out of Hours) support rota , Sunday-Friday, 1 week in 3, between 17:00-08:00. On weekends (planned work, up to 8 hours, max 2 weekends/month). Role Overview We are seeking a Senior Product Engineer (SAP R2D - Requirements to Develop) to manage, maintain, support, and configure our business-critical SAP system , which underpins applications for: The processing and issuance of banknotes. The secure storage and processing of gold bullion. The role requires expertise in SAP Basis and strong knowledge of functional modules, particularly MM, SD, and WM . Candidates with deep expertise in at least one of these will be considered. Key Responsibilities Deliver major technical change projects on the SAP platform. Maintain and upgrade the SAP system (application, database, operating system). Provide SAP Basis technical expertise , including as-is/to-be design and architecture. Define high-level and low-level SAP platform designs. Provide technical support across the Bank , ensuring 24x6 availability, with occasional OOH support. Produce outputs that meet high standards of quality, maintainability, and compliance with software development and assurance principles. Actively demonstrate the Bank's core values: collaborative, inclusive, empowering, decisive, and open . Essential Requirements SAP Basis expertise with hands-on experience in upgrades and major changes. SAP Certified Application Associate (or higher). Proven end-to-end experience in at least 3 SAP platform projects (installations, upgrades, migrations). Strong technical expertise in SAP software logistics, enhancement packs, upgrades, corrections . In-depth knowledge of SAP Client-based platforms . Linux/RHEL operating system skills (hands-on). Excellent communication, organisation, and workload management skills. Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and toolsets (eg, Jira). Desirable Skills Solution Architecture skills (TOGAF foundation, ideally SAP Technology). Experience with Client RAC and Client Database Clustering . Advanced skills in RHEL for SAP Solutions .
Sep 03, 2025
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JobTitle: SAP Basis Consultant Rate Range: GBP 500/day on inside Ir35 Contract Duration: 6 months Location: Central London (Hybrid - see details below) Security Requirement Candidates must be SC Cleared Working Expectations Primarily remote, with occasional visits onsite aligned with wider team working patterns. Must attend onsite if remote access is unavailable or where Testing requires physical presence. Core hours: 09:30 - 16:30. Possible requirements to work: Outside normal hours for planned activities (work orders, product releases). Unplanned/emergency incidents (high severity). On OOH (Out of Hours) support rota , Sunday-Friday, 1 week in 3, between 17:00-08:00. On weekends (planned work, up to 8 hours, max 2 weekends/month). Role Overview We are seeking a Senior Product Engineer (SAP R2D - Requirements to Develop) to manage, maintain, support, and configure our business-critical SAP system , which underpins applications for: The processing and issuance of banknotes. The secure storage and processing of gold bullion. The role requires expertise in SAP Basis and strong knowledge of functional modules, particularly MM, SD, and WM . Candidates with deep expertise in at least one of these will be considered. Key Responsibilities Deliver major technical change projects on the SAP platform. Maintain and upgrade the SAP system (application, database, operating system). Provide SAP Basis technical expertise , including as-is/to-be design and architecture. Define high-level and low-level SAP platform designs. Provide technical support across the Bank , ensuring 24x6 availability, with occasional OOH support. Produce outputs that meet high standards of quality, maintainability, and compliance with software development and assurance principles. Actively demonstrate the Bank's core values: collaborative, inclusive, empowering, decisive, and open . Essential Requirements SAP Basis expertise with hands-on experience in upgrades and major changes. SAP Certified Application Associate (or higher). Proven end-to-end experience in at least 3 SAP platform projects (installations, upgrades, migrations). Strong technical expertise in SAP software logistics, enhancement packs, upgrades, corrections . In-depth knowledge of SAP Client-based platforms . Linux/RHEL operating system skills (hands-on). Excellent communication, organisation, and workload management skills. Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and toolsets (eg, Jira). Desirable Skills Solution Architecture skills (TOGAF foundation, ideally SAP Technology). Experience with Client RAC and Client Database Clustering . Advanced skills in RHEL for SAP Solutions .
Your new role Responsible for the adoption and use of information and digital technology, you will be part of a team that is responsible for the effective operation, support, and maintenance of existing operational technology systems, including technology infrastructure (e.g. servers, databases, networks) and end-user devices (e.g. desktop PC's, smartphones, tablets). You will also be responsible for the network infrastructure, including the provision of telephony, local and national network access: all of which are required to deliver and support properly engineered IT services and products essential to meeting the needs of the company. What you'll need to succeed Essential Skills and knowledge: Cloud Networking Skills (AWS or Azure) HP / Aruba switches knowledge essential Fortinet / Firewalls / migration experience essential Routing/Switching and Firewall Expertise ITIL understanding Network technology and telephony expertise Must have proven experience and ability to: Manage and support a variety of network services technology Maintain standards for security of information Dealing and responding to complaints Must be able to be SC cleared What you'll get in return Lucrative Pension Package Generous Holiday Package Extensive Benefits Package 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)
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Your new role Responsible for the adoption and use of information and digital technology, you will be part of a team that is responsible for the effective operation, support, and maintenance of existing operational technology systems, including technology infrastructure (e.g. servers, databases, networks) and end-user devices (e.g. desktop PC's, smartphones, tablets). You will also be responsible for the network infrastructure, including the provision of telephony, local and national network access: all of which are required to deliver and support properly engineered IT services and products essential to meeting the needs of the company. What you'll need to succeed Essential Skills and knowledge: Cloud Networking Skills (AWS or Azure) HP / Aruba switches knowledge essential Fortinet / Firewalls / migration experience essential Routing/Switching and Firewall Expertise ITIL understanding Network technology and telephony expertise Must have proven experience and ability to: Manage and support a variety of network services technology Maintain standards for security of information Dealing and responding to complaints Must be able to be SC cleared What you'll get in return Lucrative Pension Package Generous Holiday Package Extensive Benefits Package 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)
Your new role Responsible for the adoption and use of information and digital technology, you will be part of a team that is responsible for the effective operation, support, and maintenance of existing operational technology systems, including technology infrastructure (eg Servers, databases, networks) and end-user devices (eg desktop PC's, smartphones, tablets). You will also be responsible for the network infrastructure, including the provision of telephony, local and national network access: all of which are required to deliver and support properly engineered IT services and products essential to meeting the needs of the company. What you'll need to succeed Essential Skills and knowledge: Cloud Networking Skills (AWS or Azure) HP/Aruba Switches knowledge essential Fortinet/Firewalls/migration experience essential Routing/Switching and Firewall Expertise ITIL understanding Network technology and telephony expertise Must have proven experience and ability to: Manage and support a variety of network services technology Maintain standards for security of information Dealing and responding to complaints Must be able to be SC cleared What you'll get in return Lucrative Pension Package Generous Holiday Package Extensive Benefits Package 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. 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 on our website.
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Your new role Responsible for the adoption and use of information and digital technology, you will be part of a team that is responsible for the effective operation, support, and maintenance of existing operational technology systems, including technology infrastructure (eg Servers, databases, networks) and end-user devices (eg desktop PC's, smartphones, tablets). You will also be responsible for the network infrastructure, including the provision of telephony, local and national network access: all of which are required to deliver and support properly engineered IT services and products essential to meeting the needs of the company. What you'll need to succeed Essential Skills and knowledge: Cloud Networking Skills (AWS or Azure) HP/Aruba Switches knowledge essential Fortinet/Firewalls/migration experience essential Routing/Switching and Firewall Expertise ITIL understanding Network technology and telephony expertise Must have proven experience and ability to: Manage and support a variety of network services technology Maintain standards for security of information Dealing and responding to complaints Must be able to be SC cleared What you'll get in return Lucrative Pension Package Generous Holiday Package Extensive Benefits Package 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. 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 on our website.
Data Centre Engineer / IT Support / Hardware Engineer needed for leading company, to cover Reading & Farnborough sites, must drive & be able to become SC Cleared. This role offers excellent career progression and would suite someone with any previous IT Data Centre Engineer experience. Data Centre Engineer / IT Support / Hardware Engineer should have had some exposure to some of the following skills. Server Racks, Racking, IT Support, Hardware Support, PC Support, any cabling or patching knowledge or Data Centre knowledge including Data Centre Facilities support with air conditioning, lighting, UPS and generators would be an advantage. Successful Data Centre Engineer / IT Support / Hardware Engineer must want to learn, progress their career and have excellent communication skills and be client facing and hold a driving licence. Apply Now!
Sep 02, 2025
Full time
Data Centre Engineer / IT Support / Hardware Engineer needed for leading company, to cover Reading & Farnborough sites, must drive & be able to become SC Cleared. This role offers excellent career progression and would suite someone with any previous IT Data Centre Engineer experience. Data Centre Engineer / IT Support / Hardware Engineer should have had some exposure to some of the following skills. Server Racks, Racking, IT Support, Hardware Support, PC Support, any cabling or patching knowledge or Data Centre knowledge including Data Centre Facilities support with air conditioning, lighting, UPS and generators would be an advantage. Successful Data Centre Engineer / IT Support / Hardware Engineer must want to learn, progress their career and have excellent communication skills and be client facing and hold a driving licence. Apply Now!
Senior APEX Developer (SC Cleared) 6 Month Contract 2 days per week on site in Plymouth, Bristol or Leicester 550 per day (Inside IR35) My client, in the defence industry are looking for a Senior APEX Developer to join their fast-paced Digital Solutions Team. The selected candidate would be playing an active role in the through life engineering support to the UK naval fleet support, ensuring that submarines and submariners go to sea safely. Please note - The selected candidate MUST HAVE Active SC Clearance to be considered for this role Responsibilities in the role- Lead requirement analysis, production, and review of technical design solutions of large/complex programmes, supporting the UK submarine fleet. Lead efficient software development using good design - considering code reuse and efficiencies as well as innovative implementation methodologies. Apply technical experience and knowledge in the evaluation of solutions and maintain technical awareness to a level where alternatives can be advised, analysed and modelled. Experience and Skills required for the role- In-depth knowledge of the Oracle APEX web-based application development toolset and its use to design and develop web applications. Demonstrable competence developing complex server-side PL/SQL code for data input validation and data import/export. JavaScript knowledge and experience. Disciplined and methodical approach to configuration control. To attend workshops / reviews / stand-ups to discuss the development project, demonstrate progress to date and communicate with project stakeholders. Share knowledge with team members within the company. To collaborate closely with BAs, PMs, DBA and Infra resources to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Working experience of Agile Development, Azure DevOps and Scrum Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
Senior APEX Developer (SC Cleared) 6 Month Contract 2 days per week on site in Plymouth, Bristol or Leicester 550 per day (Inside IR35) My client, in the defence industry are looking for a Senior APEX Developer to join their fast-paced Digital Solutions Team. The selected candidate would be playing an active role in the through life engineering support to the UK naval fleet support, ensuring that submarines and submariners go to sea safely. Please note - The selected candidate MUST HAVE Active SC Clearance to be considered for this role Responsibilities in the role- Lead requirement analysis, production, and review of technical design solutions of large/complex programmes, supporting the UK submarine fleet. Lead efficient software development using good design - considering code reuse and efficiencies as well as innovative implementation methodologies. Apply technical experience and knowledge in the evaluation of solutions and maintain technical awareness to a level where alternatives can be advised, analysed and modelled. Experience and Skills required for the role- In-depth knowledge of the Oracle APEX web-based application development toolset and its use to design and develop web applications. Demonstrable competence developing complex server-side PL/SQL code for data input validation and data import/export. JavaScript knowledge and experience. Disciplined and methodical approach to configuration control. To attend workshops / reviews / stand-ups to discuss the development project, demonstrate progress to date and communicate with project stakeholders. Share knowledge with team members within the company. To collaborate closely with BAs, PMs, DBA and Infra resources to understand business requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Working experience of Agile Development, Azure DevOps and Scrum Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Techncial Project Manager, IAM I am currently looking for a strong Technical Project Manager with a solid background of working with IAM. Within this role, you will be required to work with a variety of technical teams to gather critical data requirements and implement them into your work. Rate - £650.00 per day inside ir35 Duration - 18 months with the potential of extension Location - Hertforshire - 4-5 days a week onsite Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of multiple IAM-related projects (e.g., role-based access control, identity lifecycle management, privileged access management, SSO/MFA implementations). Define and manage project scopes, goals, milestones, deliverables, and timelines in collaboration with stakeholders and technical teams. Ensure alignment with enterprise security strategies, compliance frameworks, and technology roadmaps. Liaise with internal teams including Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, Cloud, Architecture, HR, and Legal to understand IAM requirements and dependencies. Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather business and technical requirements, identify risks, and determine appropriate solutions. Manage third-party vendors or systems integrators involved in IAM project delivery Translate business and technical IAM requirements into actionable project tasks Work closely with architects and engineers to ensure technical feasibility and consistency with organisational standards Oversee deployment and configuration activities, ensuring security and compliance are built into IAM implementations Key Skills Proven experience as Technical Project Manager within Identity Access Management Strong knowledge of IAM principles, technologies and frameworks IAM deployment experience Strong technical acumen with the ability to engage confidently with engineers, architects and cybersecurity professionals Aerospace experience would be desirable Skilled in Agile, waterfall or hybrid project methodologies SC Cleared is a MUST 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 01, 2025
Full time
Techncial Project Manager, IAM I am currently looking for a strong Technical Project Manager with a solid background of working with IAM. Within this role, you will be required to work with a variety of technical teams to gather critical data requirements and implement them into your work. Rate - £650.00 per day inside ir35 Duration - 18 months with the potential of extension Location - Hertforshire - 4-5 days a week onsite Responsibilities Lead the end-to-end delivery of multiple IAM-related projects (e.g., role-based access control, identity lifecycle management, privileged access management, SSO/MFA implementations). Define and manage project scopes, goals, milestones, deliverables, and timelines in collaboration with stakeholders and technical teams. Ensure alignment with enterprise security strategies, compliance frameworks, and technology roadmaps. Liaise with internal teams including Cybersecurity, Infrastructure, Cloud, Architecture, HR, and Legal to understand IAM requirements and dependencies. Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather business and technical requirements, identify risks, and determine appropriate solutions. Manage third-party vendors or systems integrators involved in IAM project delivery Translate business and technical IAM requirements into actionable project tasks Work closely with architects and engineers to ensure technical feasibility and consistency with organisational standards Oversee deployment and configuration activities, ensuring security and compliance are built into IAM implementations Key Skills Proven experience as Technical Project Manager within Identity Access Management Strong knowledge of IAM principles, technologies and frameworks IAM deployment experience Strong technical acumen with the ability to engage confidently with engineers, architects and cybersecurity professionals Aerospace experience would be desirable Skilled in Agile, waterfall or hybrid project methodologies SC Cleared is a MUST 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.
DevOps Engineer - DV CLEARED Contract Type: Contractor Location: Basingstoke (fully onsite) Rate: Up to £550 per day (inside IR35) Duration: 6 months Start Date: ASAP Clearance: DV Clearance active is mandatory We are seeking a DevOps Engineer to join a multi-skilled agile team, including security, service, and management, where teamwork is paramount. This role is based in Basingstoke and offers a daily rate of up to £550 per day for a contract duration of 6 months. Day-to-day of the role: Report to the project's Solution Lead. Lead the evaluation of applications against the target operating environment to determine impacts and scale of integration activities, and support the initial security vulnerability analysis. Provide application deployment and integration services for a set of existing 3rd party applications, operating on thick-client devices. Deploy applications into the target-operating environment and integrate with other data sources and systems, according to agreed designs. Collaborate with the Solution Lead, Application Engineer (Design), Security Consultant, and Test Lead to ensure that the deployment meets the security requirements and is accreditable. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience working in a DevOps environment and delivering DevOps pipeline toolsets. Preferably experienced in working in an agile, sprint-based lifecycle. Skilled at deploying applications into a Windows 10 environment. Experienced in progressing applications through a structured change, deployment, and release process. Clearance Required: DV Clearance is mandatory
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
DevOps Engineer - DV CLEARED Contract Type: Contractor Location: Basingstoke (fully onsite) Rate: Up to £550 per day (inside IR35) Duration: 6 months Start Date: ASAP Clearance: DV Clearance active is mandatory We are seeking a DevOps Engineer to join a multi-skilled agile team, including security, service, and management, where teamwork is paramount. This role is based in Basingstoke and offers a daily rate of up to £550 per day for a contract duration of 6 months. Day-to-day of the role: Report to the project's Solution Lead. Lead the evaluation of applications against the target operating environment to determine impacts and scale of integration activities, and support the initial security vulnerability analysis. Provide application deployment and integration services for a set of existing 3rd party applications, operating on thick-client devices. Deploy applications into the target-operating environment and integrate with other data sources and systems, according to agreed designs. Collaborate with the Solution Lead, Application Engineer (Design), Security Consultant, and Test Lead to ensure that the deployment meets the security requirements and is accreditable. Required Skills & Qualifications: Experience working in a DevOps environment and delivering DevOps pipeline toolsets. Preferably experienced in working in an agile, sprint-based lifecycle. Skilled at deploying applications into a Windows 10 environment. Experienced in progressing applications through a structured change, deployment, and release process. Clearance Required: DV Clearance is mandatory
DV cleared Programme Manager - Farnborough (Hybrid 3-4 days a week onsite) - 90-100k base plus benefits Our client is a dynamic team specialising in fail-safe, fail-fast, Agile design that empowers organizations to rapidly refine their requirements and seize IT opportunities. They are looking to recruit a Programme Manager to join them to support the significant growth within their Air & Space portfolio. The successful candidate will be responsible for the oversight, governance and delivery of designated Programmes and Projects within the sub-portfolio. You will have significant experience working with existing and emergent high technology products and organisations and have a demonstrable reputation for maintaining high value and trusted relationships with key stakeholders and clients across the Defence Air and Space sectors. You will play an integral part in achieving sustainable profit for the business. Key Responsibilities: Programme Leadership: Manage the lifecycle of technology programmes, ensuring alignment with company objectives and client needs. Ensure that Business Process and Policies are being followed and adhered to. Strategic Planning: Develop and execute programme plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resources Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, senior leadership, and partners. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure programme success. Performance Monitoring: Track progress against key performance indicators (KPIs), providing regular updates and reports to stakeholders. Team Coordination: Lead cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration across engineering, procurement, finance, and other departments. Support Programme and Projects teams, providing guidance and mentoring as required. Compliance: Ensure adherence to industry standards, legal regulations, and security protocols, including ITAR and export controls where applicable. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance processes, tools, and methodologies for improved efficiency and outcomes. Essential: A minimum of 5-years' experience in Programme and project management within a defence technology environment. Strong understanding of defence digital technologies, industry regulations, and procurement processes. Experience of working with new and emergent technologies Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, including Agile, PRINCE2, or APMP certification. Deep understand of Portfolio, Programme and Project Management (P3M) Ability to manage multiple complex programmes/projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities. Experience in budget management and financial oversight. Minimum DV security clearance. In addition to a competitive salary, they offer: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays. Private Medical Insurance. Life Assurance Scheme AC1 Contributory pension scheme AC2 Professional Development opportunities AC3 Cycle to Work scheme. Perks at Work scheme. Contributory company pension. Discretionary Bonus scheme. Secure, on-site parking, cafe, restaurant, and gym facilities. Casual dress. Free hot and cold drinks in their own, modern kitchen/break-out. Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must be a UK sole national and have an active DV clearance. Damia Group Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept our Data Protection Policy which can be found on our website. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job. Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
DV cleared Programme Manager - Farnborough (Hybrid 3-4 days a week onsite) - 90-100k base plus benefits Our client is a dynamic team specialising in fail-safe, fail-fast, Agile design that empowers organizations to rapidly refine their requirements and seize IT opportunities. They are looking to recruit a Programme Manager to join them to support the significant growth within their Air & Space portfolio. The successful candidate will be responsible for the oversight, governance and delivery of designated Programmes and Projects within the sub-portfolio. You will have significant experience working with existing and emergent high technology products and organisations and have a demonstrable reputation for maintaining high value and trusted relationships with key stakeholders and clients across the Defence Air and Space sectors. You will play an integral part in achieving sustainable profit for the business. Key Responsibilities: Programme Leadership: Manage the lifecycle of technology programmes, ensuring alignment with company objectives and client needs. Ensure that Business Process and Policies are being followed and adhered to. Strategic Planning: Develop and execute programme plans, including scope, timelines, budgets, and resources Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clients, senior leadership, and partners. Risk Management: Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure programme success. Performance Monitoring: Track progress against key performance indicators (KPIs), providing regular updates and reports to stakeholders. Team Coordination: Lead cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration across engineering, procurement, finance, and other departments. Support Programme and Projects teams, providing guidance and mentoring as required. Compliance: Ensure adherence to industry standards, legal regulations, and security protocols, including ITAR and export controls where applicable. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance processes, tools, and methodologies for improved efficiency and outcomes. Essential: A minimum of 5-years' experience in Programme and project management within a defence technology environment. Strong understanding of defence digital technologies, industry regulations, and procurement processes. Experience of working with new and emergent technologies Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills. Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, including Agile, PRINCE2, or APMP certification. Deep understand of Portfolio, Programme and Project Management (P3M) Ability to manage multiple complex programmes/projects simultaneously, balancing competing priorities. Experience in budget management and financial oversight. Minimum DV security clearance. In addition to a competitive salary, they offer: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays. Private Medical Insurance. Life Assurance Scheme AC1 Contributory pension scheme AC2 Professional Development opportunities AC3 Cycle to Work scheme. Perks at Work scheme. Contributory company pension. Discretionary Bonus scheme. Secure, on-site parking, cafe, restaurant, and gym facilities. Casual dress. Free hot and cold drinks in their own, modern kitchen/break-out. Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must be a UK sole national and have an active DV clearance. Damia Group Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept our Data Protection Policy which can be found on our website. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job. Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003.
Detailed Job Description: Security Cleared Data Architect with hands-on experience in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and strong domain expertise in Telecom Revenue Assurance. Architect and implement end-to-end data solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Design data models, pipelines, and frameworks that ensure consistency and integrity of telecom revenue data. Work closely with Revenue Assurance teams to understand reconciliation and leakage detection requirements. Ensure compliance with security policies and data governance standards in a regulated, cleared environment. Drive data ingestion, transformation, and orchestration across multiple telecom systems and platforms. Provide architectural oversight and technical leadership to engineering and analytics teams. Interface directly with the client during the selection process and project execution. Proficiency with GCP services including BigQuery, Dataflow, Cloud Storage, Pub/Sub, etc. Expertise in data modelling, ETL/ELT pipelines, and data integration. Solid programming/Scripting experience in SQL, Python, or similar. Experience and expertise in UNIX Understanding of data governance, security best practices, and regulatory compliance (eg, GDPR). Experience in working with large-scale telecom datasets from OSS/BSS systems
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Detailed Job Description: Security Cleared Data Architect with hands-on experience in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and strong domain expertise in Telecom Revenue Assurance. Architect and implement end-to-end data solutions on Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Design data models, pipelines, and frameworks that ensure consistency and integrity of telecom revenue data. Work closely with Revenue Assurance teams to understand reconciliation and leakage detection requirements. Ensure compliance with security policies and data governance standards in a regulated, cleared environment. Drive data ingestion, transformation, and orchestration across multiple telecom systems and platforms. Provide architectural oversight and technical leadership to engineering and analytics teams. Interface directly with the client during the selection process and project execution. Proficiency with GCP services including BigQuery, Dataflow, Cloud Storage, Pub/Sub, etc. Expertise in data modelling, ETL/ELT pipelines, and data integration. Solid programming/Scripting experience in SQL, Python, or similar. Experience and expertise in UNIX Understanding of data governance, security best practices, and regulatory compliance (eg, GDPR). Experience in working with large-scale telecom datasets from OSS/BSS systems
Role: Technical Network Engineer - SC Cleared Location: Cheltenham, UK - 2-3 Days a week Work from Office. (Hybrid) Working in Rotational Shifts. Shift 1 - (7 AM - 3 PM UK Time.) Shift 2 - (9 AM - 5 PM UK Time.) Shift 3 - (11 AM - 7 PM UK Time.) Duration: Permanent/12 Months Fix Term Contract Role Description: Required Skills : Role Summary/Purpose Technical Network lead role, responsible for supporting the Network Infrastructure and associated DC services. This includes operational and administrative tasks under an ITIL framework. This role is for lead a NOC team and deliver Network Service Requests, Incident resolution, and Change execution for the Data Centre's network environments. This role requires a strong architect level knowledge of network and network security. Qualifications/Requirements UKSV SC Clearance. Strong Network Data and Security knowledge. CCIE Level networking knowledge. Strong knowledge of configuring Router, Switches, and Firewalls. Prior experience of NoC/Incident Handling and supporting Network technologies such as routing/switching, Firewalls, load balancers, and proxies that underpin multiple data centres. Includes OEM such as Cisco, Fortinet, Checkpoint and F5. Experience working with alerting and monitoring tools such as Cisco Catalyst Centre, Pressler PRTG, Nagios etc. Experience with packet analysis and low-level troubleshooting. Experience working with any ITSM tool such as Service Now. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Role includes P1 Operational on-call support, subject to scheduling. Essential Responsibilities Operational support of Network environments across two UK Data Centres and six manufacturing sites across south of England. Support in-house ticket analysis, workgroup management and escalations. Support Service utilities that underpin regional IT operations, including Monitoring & Alerting products. Technically support any requirements across the Cyber Security, Application, and Infrastructure groups in region. Follow and promote change control processes to ensure compliance and protect service. Follow asset management processes in region and improve CMDB accuracy. Document and control Standard Operating Procedure (SOP's) for IT processes. Quickly able to technically analyses, diagnose, and resolve technical operational incidents and requests. Customer first delivery. Resolve issues with a desire to maintain service uptime & performance. Promote and demonstrate an Automation First thinking. Deliver best fit use cases for automation. Collaboration with other teams across Linux, Windows, and DB teams. Desired Characteristics Demonstrate technical understanding of DC Architecture, Infrastructure, and service management. Experience with enterprise network design and architecture including HLD and LLD creation and presentation of solutions to an approval board. Experience with network automation tooling and techniques. Experience with Load Balancers and proxies. SoC Experience and some understanding of WAF and Firewall logs etc.
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Role: Technical Network Engineer - SC Cleared Location: Cheltenham, UK - 2-3 Days a week Work from Office. (Hybrid) Working in Rotational Shifts. Shift 1 - (7 AM - 3 PM UK Time.) Shift 2 - (9 AM - 5 PM UK Time.) Shift 3 - (11 AM - 7 PM UK Time.) Duration: Permanent/12 Months Fix Term Contract Role Description: Required Skills : Role Summary/Purpose Technical Network lead role, responsible for supporting the Network Infrastructure and associated DC services. This includes operational and administrative tasks under an ITIL framework. This role is for lead a NOC team and deliver Network Service Requests, Incident resolution, and Change execution for the Data Centre's network environments. This role requires a strong architect level knowledge of network and network security. Qualifications/Requirements UKSV SC Clearance. Strong Network Data and Security knowledge. CCIE Level networking knowledge. Strong knowledge of configuring Router, Switches, and Firewalls. Prior experience of NoC/Incident Handling and supporting Network technologies such as routing/switching, Firewalls, load balancers, and proxies that underpin multiple data centres. Includes OEM such as Cisco, Fortinet, Checkpoint and F5. Experience working with alerting and monitoring tools such as Cisco Catalyst Centre, Pressler PRTG, Nagios etc. Experience with packet analysis and low-level troubleshooting. Experience working with any ITSM tool such as Service Now. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Role includes P1 Operational on-call support, subject to scheduling. Essential Responsibilities Operational support of Network environments across two UK Data Centres and six manufacturing sites across south of England. Support in-house ticket analysis, workgroup management and escalations. Support Service utilities that underpin regional IT operations, including Monitoring & Alerting products. Technically support any requirements across the Cyber Security, Application, and Infrastructure groups in region. Follow and promote change control processes to ensure compliance and protect service. Follow asset management processes in region and improve CMDB accuracy. Document and control Standard Operating Procedure (SOP's) for IT processes. Quickly able to technically analyses, diagnose, and resolve technical operational incidents and requests. Customer first delivery. Resolve issues with a desire to maintain service uptime & performance. Promote and demonstrate an Automation First thinking. Deliver best fit use cases for automation. Collaboration with other teams across Linux, Windows, and DB teams. Desired Characteristics Demonstrate technical understanding of DC Architecture, Infrastructure, and service management. Experience with enterprise network design and architecture including HLD and LLD creation and presentation of solutions to an approval board. Experience with network automation tooling and techniques. Experience with Load Balancers and proxies. SoC Experience and some understanding of WAF and Firewall logs etc.
We are recruiting for a C# Software Engineer for a leading Defence organisation based in Stevenage. Ideally you will be SC Cleared if not you must be eligible to obtain it. The role will be 3-4 days on site & the rest remote (some programmes require fully onsite). First 3 months full time on site regardless. Overview of department: WSSE are integral in the development of weapon systems and system architectures, and as a result we have developed a capability supporting developments across the full product life cycle. The team integrate real products, models and synthetic environments to provide visualisations, demonstrations, verification & validation as well as training capability and support. Responsibilities: The role support the development of the worlds most advanced defence systems from the initial concept all the way through to in service support and training, using a range of simulation technologies, including digital twins and emulators. Working with Project Leads and Simulation Architects to design and develop simulation components as an end to end representation of a weapon System in a synthetic environment using C#, C++ and integration simulations, supporting a number of industry standards. You will work as part of a heterogeneous agile development team, made up of mixed discipline engineers working in synergy to develop simulations and representations of real equipment. Our approach to software development includes Configuration control Continuous Integration Continuous Delivery or Deployment. Unit testing and test driven development. Skillset/experience required: Proficient in C# / C++ Microsoft Visual Studio, Eclipse, Ability to work from high level/system view into technical detail. Excellent verbal, presentation and written communication skills Knowledge of using Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems Non-essential Distributed simulation standards / Protocols (DIS, HLA, DDS) and web services development (JavaScript, Node JS or similar) Military Communications, Datalinks and Interfaces such as 1553/1760 and Ethernet TCP/IP Practical knowledge of System integration principles and processes This is an umbrella contract, the role is Inside IR35.
Sep 01, 2025
Contractor
We are recruiting for a C# Software Engineer for a leading Defence organisation based in Stevenage. Ideally you will be SC Cleared if not you must be eligible to obtain it. The role will be 3-4 days on site & the rest remote (some programmes require fully onsite). First 3 months full time on site regardless. Overview of department: WSSE are integral in the development of weapon systems and system architectures, and as a result we have developed a capability supporting developments across the full product life cycle. The team integrate real products, models and synthetic environments to provide visualisations, demonstrations, verification & validation as well as training capability and support. Responsibilities: The role support the development of the worlds most advanced defence systems from the initial concept all the way through to in service support and training, using a range of simulation technologies, including digital twins and emulators. Working with Project Leads and Simulation Architects to design and develop simulation components as an end to end representation of a weapon System in a synthetic environment using C#, C++ and integration simulations, supporting a number of industry standards. You will work as part of a heterogeneous agile development team, made up of mixed discipline engineers working in synergy to develop simulations and representations of real equipment. Our approach to software development includes Configuration control Continuous Integration Continuous Delivery or Deployment. Unit testing and test driven development. Skillset/experience required: Proficient in C# / C++ Microsoft Visual Studio, Eclipse, Ability to work from high level/system view into technical detail. Excellent verbal, presentation and written communication skills Knowledge of using Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems Non-essential Distributed simulation standards / Protocols (DIS, HLA, DDS) and web services development (JavaScript, Node JS or similar) Military Communications, Datalinks and Interfaces such as 1553/1760 and Ethernet TCP/IP Practical knowledge of System integration principles and processes This is an umbrella contract, the role is Inside IR35.
ETL Developer - Derby (Hybrid) - Engineering We re hiring ETL Developers to join a major transformation programme within a large engineering organisation. This is a key role in shaping the way data flows across the business, ensuring the performance team can provide accurate and timely reporting to all stakeholders. What you ll be doing Building, maintaining, and optimising ETL processes using Informatica and SQL Working closely with business stakeholders to capture requirements and deliver technical solutions that meet their needs Supporting the shift towards Cognos as the organisation s reporting standard Implementing best practices in software engineering, unit testing, and risk management Helping the business get maximum value from its data by ensuring accuracy, scalability, and performance of pipelines What we re looking for Hands-on ETL development experience, ideally with Informatica and SQL Broader knowledge of Cognos reporting and data integration practices Familiarity with software engineering best practices, including unit testing Ideally SC cleared (or eligible for clearance) Background in engineering or manufacturing environments would be beneficial What s on offer On-site presence required at the start to get embedded, moving to hybrid working thereafter Opportunity to join a highly visible data transformation initiative with plenty of scope for impact Excellent starting salary with a great benefits package
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
ETL Developer - Derby (Hybrid) - Engineering We re hiring ETL Developers to join a major transformation programme within a large engineering organisation. This is a key role in shaping the way data flows across the business, ensuring the performance team can provide accurate and timely reporting to all stakeholders. What you ll be doing Building, maintaining, and optimising ETL processes using Informatica and SQL Working closely with business stakeholders to capture requirements and deliver technical solutions that meet their needs Supporting the shift towards Cognos as the organisation s reporting standard Implementing best practices in software engineering, unit testing, and risk management Helping the business get maximum value from its data by ensuring accuracy, scalability, and performance of pipelines What we re looking for Hands-on ETL development experience, ideally with Informatica and SQL Broader knowledge of Cognos reporting and data integration practices Familiarity with software engineering best practices, including unit testing Ideally SC cleared (or eligible for clearance) Background in engineering or manufacturing environments would be beneficial What s on offer On-site presence required at the start to get embedded, moving to hybrid working thereafter Opportunity to join a highly visible data transformation initiative with plenty of scope for impact Excellent starting salary with a great benefits package
Cognos Developer - Derby (Hybrid) - Engineering We re looking for experienced Cognos Developers to join a major transformation programme within a leading engineering organisation. This is a permanent opportunity where you ll be part of a central performance team that supports business units across the organisation, helping them standardise reporting and move away from Excel and Power BI. What you ll be doing Designing, developing, and maintaining Cognos reports, dashboards, and solutions that meet business requirements Working closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into technical specifications Promoting best practice in reporting, governance, and data usage across the organisation Supporting a culture of continuous improvement within the performance team What we re looking for Strong Cognos development experience, including report design and dashboard creation Excellent SQL skills with a solid understanding of data structures and modelling Ability to translate functional requirements into technical solutions Ideally SC cleared (or eligible for clearance) Experience in engineering or manufacturing environments would be a real advantage What s on offers On-site for the first 3 months to embed with the team, then hybrid working Involvement in a high-profile transformation programme with exposure across the organisation Excellent starting salary plus a great benefits package
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Cognos Developer - Derby (Hybrid) - Engineering We re looking for experienced Cognos Developers to join a major transformation programme within a leading engineering organisation. This is a permanent opportunity where you ll be part of a central performance team that supports business units across the organisation, helping them standardise reporting and move away from Excel and Power BI. What you ll be doing Designing, developing, and maintaining Cognos reports, dashboards, and solutions that meet business requirements Working closely with stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into technical specifications Promoting best practice in reporting, governance, and data usage across the organisation Supporting a culture of continuous improvement within the performance team What we re looking for Strong Cognos development experience, including report design and dashboard creation Excellent SQL skills with a solid understanding of data structures and modelling Ability to translate functional requirements into technical solutions Ideally SC cleared (or eligible for clearance) Experience in engineering or manufacturing environments would be a real advantage What s on offers On-site for the first 3 months to embed with the team, then hybrid working Involvement in a high-profile transformation programme with exposure across the organisation Excellent starting salary plus a great benefits package
Lead Azure Cloud Engineer Location: Hybrid (London-based preferred) Start Date: 06/10 Finish Date: 30/01 SC Clearance: Yes Key Responsibilities Azure Cost Optimisation: Analyse current Azure spend using native tools (Cost Management + Billing, Advisor, etc.) Identify cost inefficiencies and implement strategies such as reserved instances, autoscaling, and workload reallocation Develop forecasting models and savings plans in collaboration with finance teams Infrastructure Engineering & Automation: Design and deploy scalable Azure infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform) Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions Integrate monitoring and alerting via Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights Data Provisioning & Governance: Optimise data pipelines and storage solutions (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Synapse, Blob Storage) for cost and performance Ensure compliance with data governance policies including RBAC, encryption, and audit logging Collaborate with data engineering teams to streamline provisioning and reduce overhead Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with DBT's platform, data, and finance teams to align technical decisions with business objectives Present cost-saving recommendations and technical roadmaps to senior stakeholders Document architecture decisions and maintain technical artefacts Required Skills & Experience Extensive experience in Azure cloud engineering and architecture Strong proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (ARM, Bicep, Terraform) Hands-on experience with Azure cost management tools and FinOps principles Familiarity with Azure networking, security, and identity (VNETs, NSGs, Azure AD) Experience with data services such as Azure Data Factory, Synapse, and Storage Accounts Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Proven ability to lead technical teams and mentor junior engineers Desirable Skills Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Administrator Associate) Experience in UK government or public sector cloud environments Knowledge of container orchestration in Azure (AKS, Container Apps) Familiarity with Power BI for cost reporting and dashboarding
Sep 01, 2025
Full time
Lead Azure Cloud Engineer Location: Hybrid (London-based preferred) Start Date: 06/10 Finish Date: 30/01 SC Clearance: Yes Key Responsibilities Azure Cost Optimisation: Analyse current Azure spend using native tools (Cost Management + Billing, Advisor, etc.) Identify cost inefficiencies and implement strategies such as reserved instances, autoscaling, and workload reallocation Develop forecasting models and savings plans in collaboration with finance teams Infrastructure Engineering & Automation: Design and deploy scalable Azure infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code (ARM templates, Bicep, Terraform) Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions Integrate monitoring and alerting via Azure Monitor, Log Analytics, and Application Insights Data Provisioning & Governance: Optimise data pipelines and storage solutions (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Synapse, Blob Storage) for cost and performance Ensure compliance with data governance policies including RBAC, encryption, and audit logging Collaborate with data engineering teams to streamline provisioning and reduce overhead Stakeholder Engagement: Liaise with DBT's platform, data, and finance teams to align technical decisions with business objectives Present cost-saving recommendations and technical roadmaps to senior stakeholders Document architecture decisions and maintain technical artefacts Required Skills & Experience Extensive experience in Azure cloud engineering and architecture Strong proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (ARM, Bicep, Terraform) Hands-on experience with Azure cost management tools and FinOps principles Familiarity with Azure networking, security, and identity (VNETs, NSGs, Azure AD) Experience with data services such as Azure Data Factory, Synapse, and Storage Accounts Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Proven ability to lead technical teams and mentor junior engineers Desirable Skills Azure certifications (e.g., Azure Solutions Architect Expert, Azure Administrator Associate) Experience in UK government or public sector cloud environments Knowledge of container orchestration in Azure (AKS, Container Apps) Familiarity with Power BI for cost reporting and dashboarding
Overview Expleo is a leading Global Engineering Services Provider with UK presence in 10 locations. We are seeking an Electronics Engineer to provide data analysis support to the manufacturing function of our client's facility which delivers cutting edge defence products. The successful candidate is expected to be conversant with the latest tooling, techniques, technology & automation deployed in the assembly and test of advanced electronics & Electromechanical sub-assemblies & products. The role is expected to be Hybrid with attendance at the client site in Bolton. The successful candidate should ideally have experience in products for high reliability applications. We are looking for an energetic and driven engineer with broad expertise, however of particular interest would be candidates with (in order of priority) defence, aerospace, military, marine or rail experience. This role represents a great opportunity to work on improving the delivery of cutting-edge defence technology products, contributing to the security of the UK and our allies. Valued attributes are a team player who can use their initiative and has a real passion for engineering with an attention to detail, combined with a thorough, methodical approach to problem solving. Responsibilities Analyse complex datasets across various stages of the electronics production lifecycle Identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement in manufacturing processes, testing outcomes, and supply chain data Develop and implement data-driven strategies to enhance production efficiency, minimize waste, and improve product reliability Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to translate data insights into practical improvements Design and build intuitive dashboards and reports to effectively communicate data findings to both technical and non-technical audiences Continuously seek ways to improve data collection methods, analytical tools, and overall data management practices within a low-volume production setting Support the development and execution of performance measurement frameworks across different production areas Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members within the data analysis function Qualifications Degree level qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering. A lower qualification would be acceptable for example HNC/HND should the candidate be able to demonstrate significant demonstrable experience in lieu Essential skills Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences across all levels of the organisation A detail-oriented and methodical approach to work, ensuring high standards of quality and accuracy Solid understanding of electronics assembly processes, including soldering, circuit board assembly, testing, and packaging Familiarity with materials used in electronics and their impact on manufacturing processes Proficiency in analysing production data to identify patterns, troubleshoot issues, and support informed decision-making Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams to achieve shared project objectives Competence in interpreting and producing technical documentation, such as schematic diagrams, engineering reports, and test reports Capacity to identify, evaluate, and implement practical and innovative solutions to complex manufacturing challenges Desired skills Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing expertise required Knowledge of methodologies like Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Lean Manufacturing to improve efficiency and reduce waste. Awareness of health and safety regulations and environmental standards relevant to the electronics industry What do I need before I apply UK sole National SC Cleared Ability and willingness to travel to and work on the client site at Bolton 3/4 days per week Benefits Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses Competitive company benefits Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to: Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible Communicating and promoting vacancies Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people "We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age". We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive
Sep 01, 2025
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Overview Expleo is a leading Global Engineering Services Provider with UK presence in 10 locations. We are seeking an Electronics Engineer to provide data analysis support to the manufacturing function of our client's facility which delivers cutting edge defence products. The successful candidate is expected to be conversant with the latest tooling, techniques, technology & automation deployed in the assembly and test of advanced electronics & Electromechanical sub-assemblies & products. The role is expected to be Hybrid with attendance at the client site in Bolton. The successful candidate should ideally have experience in products for high reliability applications. We are looking for an energetic and driven engineer with broad expertise, however of particular interest would be candidates with (in order of priority) defence, aerospace, military, marine or rail experience. This role represents a great opportunity to work on improving the delivery of cutting-edge defence technology products, contributing to the security of the UK and our allies. Valued attributes are a team player who can use their initiative and has a real passion for engineering with an attention to detail, combined with a thorough, methodical approach to problem solving. Responsibilities Analyse complex datasets across various stages of the electronics production lifecycle Identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities for improvement in manufacturing processes, testing outcomes, and supply chain data Develop and implement data-driven strategies to enhance production efficiency, minimize waste, and improve product reliability Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to translate data insights into practical improvements Design and build intuitive dashboards and reports to effectively communicate data findings to both technical and non-technical audiences Continuously seek ways to improve data collection methods, analytical tools, and overall data management practices within a low-volume production setting Support the development and execution of performance measurement frameworks across different production areas Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members within the data analysis function Qualifications Degree level qualification in Electrical/Electronic Engineering. A lower qualification would be acceptable for example HNC/HND should the candidate be able to demonstrate significant demonstrable experience in lieu Essential skills Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to tailor messaging for diverse audiences across all levels of the organisation A detail-oriented and methodical approach to work, ensuring high standards of quality and accuracy Solid understanding of electronics assembly processes, including soldering, circuit board assembly, testing, and packaging Familiarity with materials used in electronics and their impact on manufacturing processes Proficiency in analysing production data to identify patterns, troubleshoot issues, and support informed decision-making Ability to collaborate effectively within cross-functional teams to achieve shared project objectives Competence in interpreting and producing technical documentation, such as schematic diagrams, engineering reports, and test reports Capacity to identify, evaluate, and implement practical and innovative solutions to complex manufacturing challenges Desired skills Electronic Engineering, Manufacturing expertise required Knowledge of methodologies like Six Sigma, Kaizen, and Lean Manufacturing to improve efficiency and reduce waste. Awareness of health and safety regulations and environmental standards relevant to the electronics industry What do I need before I apply UK sole National SC Cleared Ability and willingness to travel to and work on the client site at Bolton 3/4 days per week Benefits Collaborative working environment - we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses Competitive company benefits Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to: Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible Communicating and promoting vacancies Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people "We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age". We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive
