Electronics Test Technician Contract role Duration of Contract 6 months Outside IR35 £30.00 £40.00 per hour (Ltd Co) Flexible working Hours 4-Day Week Option if required Candidates must be SC cleared or already BPSS cleared Step into a key role on cutting-edge Defence projects as an Electronics Test Technician. We are seeking an experienced Test Technician / Test Engineer that can come and support us through a busy period of growth. The appointed Electronics Test Technician / Test Engineer will carry out the following day to day duties Performing IPC-level inspections of electronic assemblies Report Writing / Documenting hardware, software, and firmware configurations & results Using oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers, function generators & more Identifying and resolving issues down to component level Providing feedback on test documentation discrepancies The appointed Electronics Test Technician / Engineer will meet the following criteria for the position. Already holds SC or BPSS cleared (essential) IPC inspection certification & BTEC/ONC/HNC/HND in Electronics (or equivalent) Broad test equipment knowledge & Microsoft Office skills Previous experience of testing and faulting finding to component level. This position in other companies can be referred to as Test Engineer, Senior Test Technician , Test and Validation Engineer or Test and Repair Engineer
Sep 04, 2025
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Electronics Test Technician Contract role Duration of Contract 6 months Outside IR35 £30.00 £40.00 per hour (Ltd Co) Flexible working Hours 4-Day Week Option if required Candidates must be SC cleared or already BPSS cleared Step into a key role on cutting-edge Defence projects as an Electronics Test Technician. We are seeking an experienced Test Technician / Test Engineer that can come and support us through a busy period of growth. The appointed Electronics Test Technician / Test Engineer will carry out the following day to day duties Performing IPC-level inspections of electronic assemblies Report Writing / Documenting hardware, software, and firmware configurations & results Using oscilloscopes, spectrum analysers, function generators & more Identifying and resolving issues down to component level Providing feedback on test documentation discrepancies The appointed Electronics Test Technician / Engineer will meet the following criteria for the position. Already holds SC or BPSS cleared (essential) IPC inspection certification & BTEC/ONC/HNC/HND in Electronics (or equivalent) Broad test equipment knowledge & Microsoft Office skills Previous experience of testing and faulting finding to component level. This position in other companies can be referred to as Test Engineer, Senior Test Technician , Test and Validation Engineer or Test and Repair Engineer
Linux Engineer - Porton Down - On-site - Full Time Day rate: 450 - 500 p/d Outside IR35 Contract: 6 months (possible extension) Location: Porton Down, Salisbury (On-site, 5 days a week) Clearance: DV Clearance Start: ASAP We are seeking an experienced Linux Engineer to join our client's team on a 6-month contract in Salisbury. This role is fully on-site and will lead the setup of a standalone, air-gapped network within a lab environment. The role will involve: Leading on the design and strategy for the target network. Configuring and deploying 20 servers and workstations. Integrating legacy hardware model servers from an old DSI network into the existing Linux standalone network. Working with and adapting the lab's standalone infrastructure to create a new combined network. Producing clear documentation and records to ensure smooth ongoing maintenance. Designing, proposing, and implementing improvements in: - Linux software updates and workstation configuration. - User account/domain configuration. - Shared filesystems. - Browser-based software management tools. Essential: Strong hands-on experience with Linux, networking, and domain management. Proven ability to configure, integrate, and deploy servers/workstations. Experience within secure/defence or lab-based environments (desirable). Excellent problem-solving and documentation skills. Non-negotiables: Due to the highly secure nature of the projects that you will be involved with, you must be: A UK National and eligible to work in the UK Eligible to obtain and maintain a UK Government DV-level security clearance What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Sep 04, 2025
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Linux Engineer - Porton Down - On-site - Full Time Day rate: 450 - 500 p/d Outside IR35 Contract: 6 months (possible extension) Location: Porton Down, Salisbury (On-site, 5 days a week) Clearance: DV Clearance Start: ASAP We are seeking an experienced Linux Engineer to join our client's team on a 6-month contract in Salisbury. This role is fully on-site and will lead the setup of a standalone, air-gapped network within a lab environment. The role will involve: Leading on the design and strategy for the target network. Configuring and deploying 20 servers and workstations. Integrating legacy hardware model servers from an old DSI network into the existing Linux standalone network. Working with and adapting the lab's standalone infrastructure to create a new combined network. Producing clear documentation and records to ensure smooth ongoing maintenance. Designing, proposing, and implementing improvements in: - Linux software updates and workstation configuration. - User account/domain configuration. - Shared filesystems. - Browser-based software management tools. Essential: Strong hands-on experience with Linux, networking, and domain management. Proven ability to configure, integrate, and deploy servers/workstations. Experience within secure/defence or lab-based environments (desirable). Excellent problem-solving and documentation skills. Non-negotiables: Due to the highly secure nature of the projects that you will be involved with, you must be: A UK National and eligible to work in the UK Eligible to obtain and maintain a UK Government DV-level security clearance What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
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.
AI Engineer - Defence RAG Systems ( Security Clearance Essential ) On Site 2 X Days a week Plymouth Clearance: Active SC Essential Sector: Defence Role Overview Defence client requires an SC Cleared AI Engineer to build fully on-premises RAG systems using open-source technologies. You'll develop classified AI capabilities on air-gapped infrastructure with zero external dependencies. Key Responsibilities - Build end-to-end RAG pipelines on isolated defence networks using open-source LLMs (Llama 3, Mistral, Qwen) - Deploy local vector stores (Chroma, FAISS, Milvus) with sensitive document ingestion pipelines - Host and optimise LLMs using vLLM/TGI on local GPU clusters without internet connectivity - Implement agent orchestration using LangChain/LangGraph in completely offline environments - Design secure document processing for classified materials with appropriate data sanitisation - Build monitoring and evaluation systems that operate within air-gapped infrastructure Essential Requirements - Active SC Clearance (non-negotiable) - willingness to undergo DV if required - Demonstrable experience deploying open-source LLMs (Llama, Mistral, Falcon) on-premises - Expertise with local vector databases (Chroma, FAISS, Weaviate) in offline deployments - Strong vLLM/Text Generation Inference experience for high-throughput model serving - Proven ability to work on air-gapped systems with no external package repositories - Experience with GPU orchestration (NVIDIA A100/H100) and CUDA optimisation - Python expertise with offline dependency management and local package mirrors Technical Stack (All On-Premises) Models: Llama 3, Mistral, Qwen (locally hosted) Vector Stores: Chroma, FAISS, Milvus Orchestration: LangChain, LangGraph for agents Hosting: vLLM, TGI, Ollama on bare metal/private cloud Infrastructure: Air-gapped Kubernetes, local container registries Desirable Skills - Experience with defence/government IT security protocols - Knowledge of CIS benchmarks and NCSC guidelines - Familiarity with cross-domain solutions and data diodes - Understanding of classification marking and handling procedures
Sep 04, 2025
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AI Engineer - Defence RAG Systems ( Security Clearance Essential ) On Site 2 X Days a week Plymouth Clearance: Active SC Essential Sector: Defence Role Overview Defence client requires an SC Cleared AI Engineer to build fully on-premises RAG systems using open-source technologies. You'll develop classified AI capabilities on air-gapped infrastructure with zero external dependencies. Key Responsibilities - Build end-to-end RAG pipelines on isolated defence networks using open-source LLMs (Llama 3, Mistral, Qwen) - Deploy local vector stores (Chroma, FAISS, Milvus) with sensitive document ingestion pipelines - Host and optimise LLMs using vLLM/TGI on local GPU clusters without internet connectivity - Implement agent orchestration using LangChain/LangGraph in completely offline environments - Design secure document processing for classified materials with appropriate data sanitisation - Build monitoring and evaluation systems that operate within air-gapped infrastructure Essential Requirements - Active SC Clearance (non-negotiable) - willingness to undergo DV if required - Demonstrable experience deploying open-source LLMs (Llama, Mistral, Falcon) on-premises - Expertise with local vector databases (Chroma, FAISS, Weaviate) in offline deployments - Strong vLLM/Text Generation Inference experience for high-throughput model serving - Proven ability to work on air-gapped systems with no external package repositories - Experience with GPU orchestration (NVIDIA A100/H100) and CUDA optimisation - Python expertise with offline dependency management and local package mirrors Technical Stack (All On-Premises) Models: Llama 3, Mistral, Qwen (locally hosted) Vector Stores: Chroma, FAISS, Milvus Orchestration: LangChain, LangGraph for agents Hosting: vLLM, TGI, Ollama on bare metal/private cloud Infrastructure: Air-gapped Kubernetes, local container registries Desirable Skills - Experience with defence/government IT security protocols - Knowledge of CIS benchmarks and NCSC guidelines - Familiarity with cross-domain solutions and data diodes - Understanding of classification marking and handling procedures
LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
Telford, Shropshire
*SC CLEARED* Operational Engineer 6 Month contract initially Based: Remote - Max 1-2 days per month onsite in Telford, Shropshire Rate: £500 - £540 p/d (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We a great opportunity for a Operational Engineer to join the team. Key Responsibilities: 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 Platform to develop and deliver the Ingestion and Risking within the SAS Platform including IDP. 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 & Experience: 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. This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Sep 04, 2025
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*SC CLEARED* Operational Engineer 6 Month contract initially Based: Remote - Max 1-2 days per month onsite in Telford, Shropshire Rate: £500 - £540 p/d (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We a great opportunity for a Operational Engineer to join the team. Key Responsibilities: 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 Platform to develop and deliver the Ingestion and Risking within the SAS Platform including IDP. 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 & Experience: 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. This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
The Role PSA Engineer - ADMS Your responsibilities: Responsible for advanced Power Systems Application software development and successful delivery of assigned functions to meet corporate project/product commitments. The responsibilities include working with Electric Utilities or ISOs (Independent System Operators) and Distribution System Operators (TSOs) on functional software specifications, designing, coding, testing, integration, application tuning and delivery Essential skills/knowledge/experience: 1. Electrical engineering and specialization in power system preferable 2. Linux and Windows Operating Systems 3. C, C++, Java & Oracle Database 4. Power on Reliance 5. SQL, Shell Scripting, ability to read and interpret logs & debug files 6. Installation of Operating system patches and other 3rd Party Software such as Oracle, NetApp etc. 7. System configuration and Hands on Experience in GitHub and ClearCase 8. Experience on Realtime or Mission Critical Systems 9. Must have experience in picking up and installing fixes on live customer systems 10. Proven track record of problem analysis, identification and resolution 11. System configuration and Hands on Experience in GitHub and ClearCase 12. Experience on Realtime or Mission Critical Systems Desirable skills/knowledge/experience: 1. Linux and Windows 2. C, C++, Java & Oracle Database 3. Power on Reliance 4. SQL, Shell Scripting, ability to read and interpret logs & debug files LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Sep 04, 2025
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The Role PSA Engineer - ADMS Your responsibilities: Responsible for advanced Power Systems Application software development and successful delivery of assigned functions to meet corporate project/product commitments. The responsibilities include working with Electric Utilities or ISOs (Independent System Operators) and Distribution System Operators (TSOs) on functional software specifications, designing, coding, testing, integration, application tuning and delivery Essential skills/knowledge/experience: 1. Electrical engineering and specialization in power system preferable 2. Linux and Windows Operating Systems 3. C, C++, Java & Oracle Database 4. Power on Reliance 5. SQL, Shell Scripting, ability to read and interpret logs & debug files 6. Installation of Operating system patches and other 3rd Party Software such as Oracle, NetApp etc. 7. System configuration and Hands on Experience in GitHub and ClearCase 8. Experience on Realtime or Mission Critical Systems 9. Must have experience in picking up and installing fixes on live customer systems 10. Proven track record of problem analysis, identification and resolution 11. System configuration and Hands on Experience in GitHub and ClearCase 12. Experience on Realtime or Mission Critical Systems Desirable skills/knowledge/experience: 1. Linux and Windows 2. C, C++, Java & Oracle Database 3. Power on Reliance 4. SQL, Shell Scripting, ability to read and interpret logs & debug files LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Operational Engineer 6 months SC CLEARED Hybrid 2/3 days Telford £550 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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Operational Engineer 6 months SC CLEARED Hybrid 2/3 days Telford £550 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.
Job Description: DevOps Engineer (AWS) - 4 Roles Available 3-Month Contract | Public Sector Hybrid Working - Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Blackpool £450 per day | Inside IR35 Active SC Clearance - Essential (applications without clearance cannot be considered) Our public sector client is looking to hire four experienced DevOps Engineers to join their team and help shape the future of their cloud platform. This is an excellent opportunity for SC Cleared engineers with strong AWS expertise to contribute to high-profile, secure projects. Responsibilities Design and deploy secure, scalable infrastructure in an AWS environment. Automate processes, including CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and infrastructure provisioning. Work closely with developers and engineers to streamline deployments and workflows. Manage and optimise AWS services. Champion Infrastructure as Code (IaC), observability, and DevSecOps best practices. Experience and Skills Required Active SC Clearance - mandatory requirement. Proven experience with AWS services in production environments. Strong hands-on skills with Terraform and other IaC tools. Deep understanding of DevOps culture, CI/CD pipelines, and automation. Container technologies (Docker essential, Kubernetes desirable). Knowledge of cloud security, networking, and performance tuning. Passion for collaboration, clean code, and continuous learning. Next Steps If you hold active SC Clearance and are interested in one of these four opportunities, please apply with your up-to-date CV. Suitable candidates will be contacted as soon as possible. £450.00/day Talent International UK and it's subsidiaries, Digital Gurus, Infinite Talent and Rethink act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this opportunity, you accept the TandC's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website
Sep 04, 2025
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Job Description: DevOps Engineer (AWS) - 4 Roles Available 3-Month Contract | Public Sector Hybrid Working - Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds, Blackpool £450 per day | Inside IR35 Active SC Clearance - Essential (applications without clearance cannot be considered) Our public sector client is looking to hire four experienced DevOps Engineers to join their team and help shape the future of their cloud platform. This is an excellent opportunity for SC Cleared engineers with strong AWS expertise to contribute to high-profile, secure projects. Responsibilities Design and deploy secure, scalable infrastructure in an AWS environment. Automate processes, including CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and infrastructure provisioning. Work closely with developers and engineers to streamline deployments and workflows. Manage and optimise AWS services. Champion Infrastructure as Code (IaC), observability, and DevSecOps best practices. Experience and Skills Required Active SC Clearance - mandatory requirement. Proven experience with AWS services in production environments. Strong hands-on skills with Terraform and other IaC tools. Deep understanding of DevOps culture, CI/CD pipelines, and automation. Container technologies (Docker essential, Kubernetes desirable). Knowledge of cloud security, networking, and performance tuning. Passion for collaboration, clean code, and continuous learning. Next Steps If you hold active SC Clearance and are interested in one of these four opportunities, please apply with your up-to-date CV. Suitable candidates will be contacted as soon as possible. £450.00/day Talent International UK and it's subsidiaries, Digital Gurus, Infinite Talent and Rethink act as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this opportunity, you accept the TandC's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website
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
Contractor
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
Contractor
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.
Electus Recruitment Solutions
Stevenage, Hertfordshire
Test missiles indoors. Put your systems engineering skills to the test by working on complex weapons systems design, testing and debugging as a Systems Engineer in Hardware-in-the-Loop team. This well-established defence company that produces military weapons systems will reward your hard work significantly with bonuses, annual salary reviews and paid overtime among other benefits. You will be analysing and improving real-time simulations that surround complex missile hardware. About the Role: Be involved in missile testing, including exploring interactions between sub-systems and bespoke test equipment Develop real-time simulations Conduct experiments with both hardware and software Analyse missile performance and produce reports of findings About You: A breadth of engineering knowledge with deeper experience in a few of the following areas: Interface debugging and system integration Testing of sensors or other sub-systems System performance analysis Software / simulation design Key Information: Role: Systems Engineer (Hardware-in-the-Loop) Salary: 35,000- 55,000 plus a bonus and benefits Location: Stevenage: 80% on-site working with world-class equipment Eligibility: British Citizenship required due to security clearance requirements You will be successful in this role if you have an understanding of complex systems analysis, debugging and integration and if you enjoy working in a laboratory environment as part of a collaborative team. Due to the nature of work undertaken at our client's site, incumbents of these positions are required to meet special nationality rules and therefore these vacancies are only open to British Citizens . Applicants who meet this criteria will also be required to undergo security clearance vetting, if not already security cleared to a minimum SC level. Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to a number of high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you don't hear from us within 7 working days please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are of course free to resubmit your CV/details in the future and we shall assess your suitability at that time. This is a permanent position.
Sep 04, 2025
Full time
Test missiles indoors. Put your systems engineering skills to the test by working on complex weapons systems design, testing and debugging as a Systems Engineer in Hardware-in-the-Loop team. This well-established defence company that produces military weapons systems will reward your hard work significantly with bonuses, annual salary reviews and paid overtime among other benefits. You will be analysing and improving real-time simulations that surround complex missile hardware. About the Role: Be involved in missile testing, including exploring interactions between sub-systems and bespoke test equipment Develop real-time simulations Conduct experiments with both hardware and software Analyse missile performance and produce reports of findings About You: A breadth of engineering knowledge with deeper experience in a few of the following areas: Interface debugging and system integration Testing of sensors or other sub-systems System performance analysis Software / simulation design Key Information: Role: Systems Engineer (Hardware-in-the-Loop) Salary: 35,000- 55,000 plus a bonus and benefits Location: Stevenage: 80% on-site working with world-class equipment Eligibility: British Citizenship required due to security clearance requirements You will be successful in this role if you have an understanding of complex systems analysis, debugging and integration and if you enjoy working in a laboratory environment as part of a collaborative team. Due to the nature of work undertaken at our client's site, incumbents of these positions are required to meet special nationality rules and therefore these vacancies are only open to British Citizens . Applicants who meet this criteria will also be required to undergo security clearance vetting, if not already security cleared to a minimum SC level. Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to a number of high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you don't hear from us within 7 working days please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are of course free to resubmit your CV/details in the future and we shall assess your suitability at that time. This is a permanent position.
Position: Automation EngineerLocation: FarnboroughDay Rate: £600 - £650 inside IR35Security Clearance: SC Cleared or DV Cleared We're looking for a skilled Automation Engineer to join a fast-paced infrastructure team delivering scalable, secure, and repeatable solutions across hybrid environments. If you thrive in scripting, orchestration, and cloud-native tooling - this one's for you. Key Skills: Ansible for configuration management and automation Terraform for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Kubernetes for container orchestration Strong Linux and Windows Server administration Hands-on experience with VMware environments Proficient in PowerShell scripting What You'll Be Doing: Automating infrastructure deployments across virtual and containerised platforms Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Supporting hybrid environments with a focus on reliability, scalability, and security Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive DevOps best practices If you're interested in hearing more, please do send your profile to 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 04, 2025
Full time
Position: Automation EngineerLocation: FarnboroughDay Rate: £600 - £650 inside IR35Security Clearance: SC Cleared or DV Cleared We're looking for a skilled Automation Engineer to join a fast-paced infrastructure team delivering scalable, secure, and repeatable solutions across hybrid environments. If you thrive in scripting, orchestration, and cloud-native tooling - this one's for you. Key Skills: Ansible for configuration management and automation Terraform for Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Kubernetes for container orchestration Strong Linux and Windows Server administration Hands-on experience with VMware environments Proficient in PowerShell scripting What You'll Be Doing: Automating infrastructure deployments across virtual and containerised platforms Building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Supporting hybrid environments with a focus on reliability, scalability, and security Collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive DevOps best practices If you're interested in hearing more, please do send your profile to 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.
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
Contractor
DV-Cleared Application Support Engineer - Contract (Outside IR35) The Role We are seeking a DV-cleared Application Support Engineer to join our client's on-site team in the Cheltenham area. You will help maintain and support a managed cross-domain service, leveraging a broad range of technologies. The role focuses on site reliability engineering practices to ensure service resilience, continuous improvement, and operational excellence. Location: Cheltenham, Gloucestershire Area (on-site minimum 4 days per week) Rate: 500 - 600 per day Clearance: Active DV clearance required Start : ASAP Duration : 6 months Key Responsibilities Build & Deploy Manage and maintain CI/CD pipelines using Java, Maven, and NPM. Configure and execute automated test suites with Maven and Cypress. Deploy and configure services using Terraform and Ansible across OpenShift, RHEL/CentOS, and Docker. Configure and integrate third-party software and appliances. Monitoring & Verification Track service performance and availability using Influx and Grafana. Configure alerts to detect issues before they escalate. Analyse logs and investigate anomalies in system behaviour. Support & Troubleshooting Provide 2nd/3rd line support, resolving issues and answering business queries. Manage incidents, escalate problems, and conduct root cause analysis. Implement proactive changes to improve service stability. Maintenance Automate tasks to reduce manual workload. Conduct OS health checks, patching, and database housekeeping. Support multi-site data centre operations. Key Skills Experience in a managed service environment with strong service delivery focus. Hands-on with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible). Application development experience (Java or similar). Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with sound decision-making. Excellent communication and stakeholder management. Proficient with Git version control. Desirable Skills Experience with microservices deployment and administration. Familiarity with messaging platforms (e.g., AMQP). Knowledge of S3 object storage. Experience with RDBMS (Oracle or similar) Services advertised are those of an Employment Business.
Our client, a global organisation, urgently require an experienced DevOps Engineer to undertake a project based at their Bristol office. In order to be successful, you will have the following experience: Experienced DevOps Engineer with a background within Defence or Government organisations Highly experienced in containerising Front End (React/TypeScript) and back end (.NET/C#) services SC Cleared Tech: .NET, C#, Linux, React, TypeScript, Kubernetes, Docker, ELK Within this role, you will be responsible for: Own the process of containerising frontend (React/TypeScript) and backend (.NET/C#) services into secure, efficient Docker images Maintain and govern Dockerfiles and base image standards to ensure security, consistency, and performance Administer and operate Kubernetes clusters across Development, Integration, ISE, and COTS environments Deploy, monitor, and govern workloads, including upgrades, ingress/routing, secrets management, and resource policies Implement and enforce Kubernetes RBAC, namespaces, and resource quotas Own and govern GitLab CI/CD pipelines end-to-end for frontend and backend teams Administer GitLab Runners in Kubernetes, ensuring they scale, stay patched, and run securely Design and own monitoring and logging pipelines Support and govern incident analysis and debugging through logs, metrics, and traces This represents an excellent opportunity to secure a long term contract within a high profile and commercially focused organisation. People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
Sep 03, 2025
Contractor
Our client, a global organisation, urgently require an experienced DevOps Engineer to undertake a project based at their Bristol office. In order to be successful, you will have the following experience: Experienced DevOps Engineer with a background within Defence or Government organisations Highly experienced in containerising Front End (React/TypeScript) and back end (.NET/C#) services SC Cleared Tech: .NET, C#, Linux, React, TypeScript, Kubernetes, Docker, ELK Within this role, you will be responsible for: Own the process of containerising frontend (React/TypeScript) and backend (.NET/C#) services into secure, efficient Docker images Maintain and govern Dockerfiles and base image standards to ensure security, consistency, and performance Administer and operate Kubernetes clusters across Development, Integration, ISE, and COTS environments Deploy, monitor, and govern workloads, including upgrades, ingress/routing, secrets management, and resource policies Implement and enforce Kubernetes RBAC, namespaces, and resource quotas Own and govern GitLab CI/CD pipelines end-to-end for frontend and backend teams Administer GitLab Runners in Kubernetes, ensuring they scale, stay patched, and run securely Design and own monitoring and logging pipelines Support and govern incident analysis and debugging through logs, metrics, and traces This represents an excellent opportunity to secure a long term contract within a high profile and commercially focused organisation. People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
New contract Role SC Cleared Software engineer 475 Inside ir35 2 days onsite to your local office - London, Manchester, Cardiff Requirements Must be able to go onsite x2 a week SC Clearance (valid) Skillset required Python Django
Sep 03, 2025
Contractor
New contract Role SC Cleared Software engineer 475 Inside ir35 2 days onsite to your local office - London, Manchester, Cardiff Requirements Must be able to go onsite x2 a week SC Clearance (valid) Skillset required Python Django
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
Contractor
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 .
LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
Bracknell, Berkshire
SC/DV Gigamon SME Target Start: 01/01/2026 Target End: 31/01/2027 Type: Contractor Location: Bracknell (fulltime onsite) Working Pattern: Monday-Friday IR35: Inside Rate: £600/day (negotiable) Brief overview on the role/project: We are looking for an experienced network engineer to act as a Gigamon SME as part of a team involved in the rollout of a large Cyber Project for large government client. * Working under the direction of a team lead remote configuration of hardware. * Build & Configure and Harden Juniper Switches as per build guides. * Build and configure Gigamon physical device and connect/onboard to Gigavue FM Management server. Mandatory skills: * Extensive network engineer experience. Demonstrate network projects (preferably Cisco) where you have worked in a team to implement hardware into customer sites. N.B. The plan will be to use experience Gigamon resources within the team to provide assistance to bring individuals up to speed. * Have the ability to work well within a team and develop a positive working relationship with other project teams. * Have good and clear communications when interacting with peers, management, and customers. * Excellent attention to detail. * Experience working for large government customers. * Positive can-do attitude. * Self-starter who can implement solutions with minimal supervision and can think through any issues and report back regarding issue and recommendation to fix. * Visit to customer sites to install hardware within racks. * Remote support of hardware during customer testing. * Provide updates to the PM and team lead regarding progress. * Engagement with service teams to ensure that new hardware is effectively taken into support. * You will need to be onsite 4/5 days a week during the role duration to enable access to the Production environment. * Applicants may need to flexible in terms of hours worked because some implementations are likely outside normal working hours due to customer day to day activities. Desirable skills: * Experience in the implementation of Gigamon devices APPLY NOW to avoid DISAPPOINTMENT! Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Sep 03, 2025
Contractor
SC/DV Gigamon SME Target Start: 01/01/2026 Target End: 31/01/2027 Type: Contractor Location: Bracknell (fulltime onsite) Working Pattern: Monday-Friday IR35: Inside Rate: £600/day (negotiable) Brief overview on the role/project: We are looking for an experienced network engineer to act as a Gigamon SME as part of a team involved in the rollout of a large Cyber Project for large government client. * Working under the direction of a team lead remote configuration of hardware. * Build & Configure and Harden Juniper Switches as per build guides. * Build and configure Gigamon physical device and connect/onboard to Gigavue FM Management server. Mandatory skills: * Extensive network engineer experience. Demonstrate network projects (preferably Cisco) where you have worked in a team to implement hardware into customer sites. N.B. The plan will be to use experience Gigamon resources within the team to provide assistance to bring individuals up to speed. * Have the ability to work well within a team and develop a positive working relationship with other project teams. * Have good and clear communications when interacting with peers, management, and customers. * Excellent attention to detail. * Experience working for large government customers. * Positive can-do attitude. * Self-starter who can implement solutions with minimal supervision and can think through any issues and report back regarding issue and recommendation to fix. * Visit to customer sites to install hardware within racks. * Remote support of hardware during customer testing. * Provide updates to the PM and team lead regarding progress. * Engagement with service teams to ensure that new hardware is effectively taken into support. * You will need to be onsite 4/5 days a week during the role duration to enable access to the Production environment. * Applicants may need to flexible in terms of hours worked because some implementations are likely outside normal working hours due to customer day to day activities. Desirable skills: * Experience in the implementation of Gigamon devices APPLY NOW to avoid DISAPPOINTMENT! Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Technical Engineer, Migration Set-up (SC Cleared) We are on the lookout for a Technical Engineer to be apart of a Migration Set-up Technician to support a large-scale device refresh programme for multiple sites across the UK. This hands-on role involves working closely with site engineers and managers to ensure smooth setup, tracking, and secure handling of IT assets. Key Responsibilities Assist in the setup and operation of the Refresh Clinic . Move devices from onsite storage to the Refresh Clinic as directed. Log into systems using provided devices under supervision. Refresh laptops according to project specifications. Accurately update the contractor's workflow management system at each step. Collaborate with the Post-Migration Technical Support Specialist and Site Manager for guidance. Conduct daily manual stock checks and report findings. Secure all devices in the onsite storage location at the end of each day. Requirements Active SC Clearance Ability to follow technical instructions and work collaboratively. Strong attention to detail and reliability in handling IT equipment. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, structured environment. Contract Details: 200 - 240 Per Day (Inside IR35) On-Site - Multiple Locations in UK
Sep 03, 2025
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Technical Engineer, Migration Set-up (SC Cleared) We are on the lookout for a Technical Engineer to be apart of a Migration Set-up Technician to support a large-scale device refresh programme for multiple sites across the UK. This hands-on role involves working closely with site engineers and managers to ensure smooth setup, tracking, and secure handling of IT assets. Key Responsibilities Assist in the setup and operation of the Refresh Clinic . Move devices from onsite storage to the Refresh Clinic as directed. Log into systems using provided devices under supervision. Refresh laptops according to project specifications. Accurately update the contractor's workflow management system at each step. Collaborate with the Post-Migration Technical Support Specialist and Site Manager for guidance. Conduct daily manual stock checks and report findings. Secure all devices in the onsite storage location at the end of each day. Requirements Active SC Clearance Ability to follow technical instructions and work collaboratively. Strong attention to detail and reliability in handling IT equipment. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, structured environment. Contract Details: 200 - 240 Per Day (Inside IR35) On-Site - Multiple Locations in UK
