374 jobs found in Cheltenham

Job description GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber and security agency that protects the UK from threats. We use cutting edge technology and partnerships to identify, analyse, and disrupt threats. Work with MI5 and MI6 to keep the country safe in a supportive and inclusive environment. Flexible working Flexible working options support a healthy work life balance. While this role does not include homeworking, you can have flexible hours, part time working, or compressed hours. The role We are looking for a Mandarin Language Specialist to support critical intelligence activities. You will extract key information from spoken and written materials, contextualise it, and make it accessible to others. Your analytical skills will enable the identification of reportable intelligence, progress operations and inform government policy. The role offers varied and unique work, with opportunities to develop your career path focusing on your interests. About you You don't need formal qualifications for this position, just active and passive Mandarin language skills, excellent written English and a good knowledge of Chinese culture, history, religion, and politics. You should be a proficient user (C1 level or higher) of Mandarin across all forms. C1 requirements include understanding long texts, expressing ideas fluently, using language socially, academically, or professionally, and creating well structured texts. We value problem solving, interpersonal skills and attention to detail. You should have an analytical enquiring mind, good judgement, effective people skills, a collaborative approach and a keen interest in technology. Training and development From day one, a mentor will help you settle into your role and provide guidance. Comprehensive training supports building confidence in technical aspects of the job. We support career progression; within five years you may join the Chartered Institute of Linguists and work toward professional qualifications. Rewards and benefits Starting salary of £37,892, plus an annual payment of £3,120 upon successful completion of six month probation. 25 days annual leave, which increases to 30 days after five years, plus 3 wellbeing days and an additional 10.5 days of public and privilege holidays. Employee performance recognition Flexible working subject to business needs Interest free season ticket loan Pension scheme Cycle to work scheme On site facilities Paid parental and adoption leave Equal opportunities GCHQ is committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all groups, including women, people from ethnic minority backgrounds, people with disabilities, and those from low socio economic backgrounds. Disability confident GCHQ is a Leader in the Department for Work and Pensions' Disability Confident scheme, which encourages fair treatment for disabled applicants.

Juice Recruitment we are recruiting on behalf of a confidential client for an experienced and organised TemporaryOffice Manager to support a busy and growing team based in Cheltenham ,This is an excellent temporary opportunity for someone who enjoys creating an efficient, welcoming workplace and thrives in a varied role where no two days are the same. The successful candidate will be proactive, approachable and highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities while supporting both office operations and the wider team. DAY TO DAY: Coordinating office administration and day-to-day operations. Supporting HR administration, including onboarding new starters and assisting with Health & Safety processes. Managing incoming telephone calls, post and deliveries. Ordering and maintaining office supplies, refreshments and stationery. Maintaining an office equipment and asset register. Assisting with office facilities management and ensuring the workplace remains organised and well-presented. Coordinating team lunches, employee celebrations and team-building activities. Supporting internal communications and office announcements. Assisting with general HR and administrative tasks as required. Liaising with suppliers and coordinating office deliveries. Ensuring company policies and procedures are followed. Providing additional administrative support as required. WE ARE LOOKING FOR Previous experience administrativeexperience is essential Strong organisational and time management skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. A friendly, professional and approachable manner. The ability to multitask and work independently. A proactive attitude with a willingness to support the wider team. Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office (Word and Excel), Google Workspace (Gmail and Google Docs) What's on Offer: Temporary part-time position 9-1pm ( Ideally operating on a Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) Friendly and supportive working environment. Opportunity to work within a successful and growing organisation. Varied and engaging role with plenty of responsibility from day one. If you are an organised, enthusiastic and adaptable Office Manager looking for your next temporary opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.

GCHQ is recruiting an Intelligence Data Analyst to support real world events by gathering and interpreting large data sets from varied sources. No background in intelligence is required, with a Level 2 English and Maths qualification adequate for entry. Training starts after induction through a bespoke programme, with a secure, DV level environment. The role is office based, with a starting salary of £37,892 and a benefits package including generous leave, pensions and travel schemes.

Business Development Executive Property Law Location: Cheltenham Salary: OTE £40,000 The Opportunity TSR Legal is proud to be partnering with a fast-growing, modern law firm with offices across Gloucestershire and Bath. Known for its collaborative culture and forward-thinking approach, this firm offers an excellent environment for career development alongside a strong sense of team spirit. With a focus on residential conveyancing-including high-value and London property-the firm combines specialist expertise with cutting-edge technology to deliver an exceptional client experience. Employees benefit from high-quality training, a supportive culture, and a range of social and lifestyle perks, including company events and international trips. The Role This is an exciting opportunity for a driven individual to join a busy Business Development team and play a key role in the firm's continued growth. You will: Act as a first point of contact for prospective clients, delivering a professional and positive experience Generate and convert new business enquiries efficiently and effectively Build and maintain relationships with estate agents and key partners Support business development initiatives, including networking events and hosted functions Assist in coordinating communications between clients, agents and internal teams About You You will be a motivated and personable individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced, client-facing environment. You should have: Strong communication and interpersonal skills A proactive, "can-do" attitude with excellent organisation Confidence managing a high volume of calls and enquiries The ability to work independently and as part of a team Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Previous experience in sales or business development (desirable, not essential) Benefits & Package £25,000 basic salary + OTE £40,000 £1,000 joining bonus Company pension & salary sacrifice scheme Cycle to Work scheme Subsidised gym membership Regular company events and social activities Modern office environment in central locations Subsidised parking and travel Additional birthday leave Holiday purchase scheme Working Hours Full-time, Monday to Friday (09:00 - 17:30) Additional Information A full, clean driving licence is required due to travel between offices and occasional visits to agents across the Cotswolds. Apply / Contact For a confidential discussion, contact Rachel Phillips on or email , or apply today.

Juice Recruitment is seeking an experienced Temporary Office Manager to support a busy and growing team in Cheltenham. The role will create an efficient, welcoming workplace and handle a varied range of responsibilities day to day, with a proactive and organised approach. You will coordinate office administration, assist with HR onboarding and Health & Safety, manage calls and post, order supplies, support facilities management, and help with internal communications and team events while

Cheltenham, London, Manchester Job description About us GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting-edge technology, ingenuity and partnerships to identify, analyse and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber-attacks and espionage. At GCHQ you'll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), part of GCHQ, is the UK Government's lead authority on cyber security. The organisation is at the heart of the Government's cyber security strategy and has the aim of making the UK the safest place to live and work online. Job description We're currently looking for an International Technical Director to join our team within NCSC's Office of the Chief Technical Officer. In this role, you'll work alongside technical specialists who explore the core security attributes of the UK's critical systems and technologies. Together, we identify vulnerabilities and create resilient, long-term solutions that help protect the nation's digital infrastructure. What will the successful candidate be doing? You'll be at the centre of meaningful, technical work that drives real-world impact on an international stage. You'll work both independently and collaboratively, reporting to a senior colleague while offering expert advice on specific projects. You'll have responsibility for mentoring others, engaging with senior leaders and specialists, and providing strategic insight, especially when navigating complex challenges. You'll be expected to undertake frequent international travel, potentially leading to a full-time posting overseas in 12 months' time for approximately 2 years. The successful candidate will support the development of the Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) with international partners. Person Specification The successful applicant will need to have: We're looking for someone (preferably with an existing security clearance) with: at least five years of practical experience in cyber security. significant experience working both with a government department and in international settings. ability to work confidently across a broad range of technical cyber security topics such as: Designing secure architectures for IT, Operational Technology, or AI systems. Analysing hardware and device-level security features. Research software vulnerabilities and secure development practices. Application of Cryptographic protocols or the security of networking and telecommunications technologies. deep technical expertise in one or more areas of cyber security. knowledge on how technological vulnerabilities occur, how they are discovered, and how they may be exploited experience of applying specialist technical security capabilities to help solve customer security problems GCHQ Competencies As part of the selection process, the NCSC will assess you using competencies aligned with those used across the UK Intelligence Community. These are closely based on the Civil Service Behaviours , so if you're familiar with those, you're already on the right track. At Level 4, we'll be looking at how you demonstrate the following: Seeing the Big Picture (Civil Service Behaviour Equivalent: Seeing the Big Picture) Communicating and Influencing (Civil Service Behaviour Equivalent: Communicating and Influencing) Working Collaboratively (Civil Service Behaviour Equivalent: Working Together) Providing Customer Value (Civil Service Behaviour Equivalent: Managing a Quality Service) Further information on Civil Service Behaviours Benefits and rewards At NCSC and GCHQ, we are proud of our inclusive and supportive working environment which is designed to encourage open minds and attitudes. As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we are committed to helping you fulfil your potential. With comprehensive training and development opportunities, tailored to your needs and the requirements of your work, we will enable you to flourish in your role and perform to the very best of your abilities. You'll receive a starting salary of £71,889 (including a concessionary payment of £3,144). This role may attract a skills payment, for which you'll be evaluated for during the interview. The criteria for the skills assessment will be provided when you are invited to interview. If you are assessed to qualify for a skills payment, these payments start at £6,552 per annum. For roles based in London, you'll receive an additional £6,250 London Allowance. Other benefits include: 25 Days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days' public and privilege holidays Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme Interest-free season ticket loan Cycle to work scheme Facilities such as a gym, restaurant and on-site coffee bars (at some locations) Paid parental and adoption leave Excellent pension scheme - Civil Service pension Equal Opportunities At GCHQ diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment and diversity on our website . Disability Confident GCHQ is proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP's Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader we aim to ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants who best meet the essential minimum criteria for this position, will be offered an interview, if it is practical for us to do so. (This is known as Offer of an Interview.) To secure an interview for this role, the minimum criteria, which will be assessed at the CV sift stage: You'll be required to reach the minimum pass mark for the online Situational Judgement Test (SJT), which assesses criteria important for all roles in our organisation. Demonstrate experience of applying specialist technical security capabilities to help solve customer security problems. Assessed at application sift. Demonstrate how technological vulnerabilities occur, how they are discovered, and how they may be exploited. Assessed at application sift. Demonstrate experience of leading a technical team. Assessed at CV sift. There is a wide range of extra support available throughout the recruitment process to enable you to do your best, see o ur website for information on reasonable adjustments we can offer . What to Expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order:Initial online application.Online Situational Judgement Test (SJT) rating the appropriateness of your response to a series of short scenarios.Application sift.Online Interview.If successful, you'll receive a conditional offer of employment. Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 - 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you to continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before You Apply To work at NCSC, you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. You can read our full eligibility criteria here . This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It's something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. You can find out more about the vetting process here . Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can't take any recreational drugs and you'll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before you apply, recommend setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more securely. The role is based either London, Cheltenham or Manchester, so you'll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application, as we do not offer relocation costs. We offer reasonable reimbursement of travel costs for candidates attending in-person appointments during the recruitment and vetting process . click apply for full job details

Cheltenham, London, Manchester About us GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting edge technology, ingenuity and partnerships to identify, analyse and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber attacks and espionage. At GCHQ you'll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. The National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC), part of GCHQ, is the UK Government's lead authority on cyber security. The organisation is at the heart of the Government's cyber security strategy and has the aim of making the UK the safest place to live and work online. Job description We're currently looking for an International Technical Director to join our team within NCSC's Office of the Chief Technical Officer. In this role, you'll work alongside technical specialists who explore the core security attributes of the UK's critical systems and technologies. Together, we identify vulnerabilities and create resilient, long term solutions that help protect the nation's digital infrastructure. What will the successful candidate be doing? You'll be at the centre of meaningful, technical work that drives real world impact on an international stage. You'll work both independently and collaboratively, reporting to a senior colleague while offering expert advice on specific projects. You'll have responsibility for mentoring others, engaging with senior leaders and specialists, and providing strategic insight, especially when navigating complex challenges. You'll be expected to undertake frequent international travel, potentially leading to a full time posting overseas in 12 months' time for approximately 2 years. The successful candidate will support the development of the Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) with international partners. Person Specification The successful applicant will need to have: At least five years of practical experience in cyber security. Significant experience working both with a government department and in international settings. Ability to work confidently across a broad range of technical cyber security topics such as: Designing secure architectures for IT, Operational Technology, or AI systems. Analysing hardware and device level security features. Researching software vulnerabilities and secure development practices. Application of cryptographic protocols or the security of networking and telecommunications technologies. Deep technical expertise in one or more areas of cyber security. Knowledge of how technological vulnerabilities occur, how they are discovered, and how they may be exploited. Experience of applying specialist technical security capabilities to help solve customer security problems. GCHQ Competencies As part of the selection process, the NCSC will assess you using competencies aligned with those used across the UK Intelligence Community. These are closely based on the Civil Service Behaviours, so if you're familiar with those, you're already on the right track. At Level 4, we'll be looking at how you demonstrate the following: Seeing the Big Picture Communicating and Influencing Working Collaboratively Providing Customer Value Benefits and rewards At NCSC and GCHQ, we are proud of our inclusive and supportive working environment which is designed to encourage open minds and attitudes. As an organisation that values and nurtures talent, we are committed to helping you fulfil your potential. With comprehensive training and development opportunities, tailored to your needs and the requirements of your work, we will enable you to flourish in your role and perform to the very best of your abilities. You'll receive a starting salary of £71,889 (including a concessionary payment of £3,144). This role may attract a skills payment, for which you'll be evaluated for during the interview. The criteria for the skills assessment will be provided when you are invited to interview. If you are assessed to qualify for a skills payment, these payments start at £6,552 per annum. For roles based in London, you'll receive an additional £6,250 London Allowance. Other benefits include: 25 Days Annual Leave automatically rising to 30 days after 5 years' service, and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme Interest free season ticket loan Cycle to work scheme Facilities such as a gym, restaurant and on site coffee bars (at some locations) Paid parental and adoption leave Excellent pension scheme - Civil Service pension Equal Opportunities At GCHQ diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under represented in our workforce such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities and those from low socio economic backgrounds. Disability Confident GCHQ is proud to have achieved Leader status within the DWP's Disability Confident scheme. This is aimed at encouraging employers to think differently about disability and take action to improve how they recruit, retain and develop disabled people. As a Disability Confident Leader we aim to ensure that a fair and proportionate number of disabled applicants who best meet the essential minimum criteria for this position, will be offered an interview, if it is practical for us to do so. (This is known as Offer of an Interview.) To secure an interview for this role, the minimum criteria, which will be assessed at the CV sift stage: You'll be required to reach the minimum pass mark for the online Situational Judgement Test (SJT), which assesses criteria important for all roles in our organisation. Demonstrate experience of applying specialist technical security capabilities to help solve customer security problems. Assessed at application sift. Demonstrate how technological vulnerabilities occur, how they are discovered, and how they may be exploited. Assessed at application sift. Demonstrate experience of leading a technical team. Assessed at CV sift. What to Expect Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order: Initial online application. Online Situational Judgement Test (SJT) rating the appropriateness of your response to a series of short scenarios. Application sift. Online interview. If successful, you'll receive a conditional offer of employment. Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you to continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer. Before You Apply To work at NCSC, you need to be a British citizen or hold dual British nationality. You can read our full eligibility criteria here. This role requires the highest security clearance, known as Developed Vetting (DV). It's something everyone in the UK Intelligence Community undertakes. You can find out more about the vetting process here. Please note we have a strict drugs policy, so once you start your application, you can't take any recreational drugs and you'll need to declare your previous drug usage at the relevant stage. Before you apply, recommend setting up a separate email address for your contact with us, to ensure your personal and application correspondence remain separate. Try to avoid having identifying features in your email address, such as your first and/or surname and date of birth. This is good practice and will help you to manage your application with us more securely. The role is based either London, Cheltenham or Manchester, so you'll need to live within a commutable distance. Please consider any financial implications and practicalities before submitting an application, as we do not offer relocation costs. We offer reasonable reimbursement of travel costs for candidates attending in person appointments during the recruitment and vetting process. Full details will be provided with your interview or assessment invitation. Reimbursement is discretionary and will only be made in line with the Candidate Expenses Policy, as amended from time to time. Candidates must book their own travel, using the most economical option, and provide original hardcopy receipts for reimbursement. Please note, you should only launch your application from within the UK. If you are based overseas, you should wait until you visit the UK to launch an application. Applying from outside the UK will impact on our ability to progress your application. You should not discuss your application, other than with your partner or a close family member. Closing date for this role is: 4th August 2026 at 23:55 . click apply for full job details

GCHQ is seeking an International Technical Director within the NCSC's Office of the Chief Technical Officer. You will drive high-impact technical work on an international stage, mentoring colleagues and advising senior leaders on complex cyber security challenges. Expect frequent international travel and engagement with partners to shape resilient national infrastructure. You will lead on strategic projects, develop MoUs with international partners, and contribute to critical security

NCC Group is seeking an Associate SOC Analyst to join the Event Monitoring Centre in Cheltenham. The role focuses on initial triage of security alerts, basic vulnerability analysis and data loss prevention, monitoring SIEM and IDS logs, and escalating confirmed or suspicious threats for further investigation. The ideal candidate will have foundational cybersecurity knowledge, experience with SIEM tools, and a commitment to continuous learning in a fast-paced security environment.

Associate SOC Analyst Department: Cyber Services and Capabilities Employment Type: Full Time Location: GBR Cheltenham Jessop House Description An Associate Security Analyst will be the first line of defence in the Event Monitoring Centre, responsible for the initial triage of security alerts, basic vulnerability analysis and data loss prevention. The primary role is to monitor, analyse, and assess incoming alerts, identifying potential security incidents based on established criteria. Confirmed or suspicious threats are escalated to R2 analysts, senior analysts or the shift lead for further investigation and response. The role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail and the ability to follow escalation protocols to ensure swift and effective incident management. Ideal candidates have a foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles, experience with SIEM tools and a commitment to continuous learning in a fast paced security environment. As the initial contact for alert triage, the analyst's expertise directly supports analytic development by suggesting customer tuning rules to ensure the efficient running of the SOC. The role requires strong analytical skills, technical proficiency and a commitment to continuous learning in a dynamic security environment. Key Responsibilities Threat Detection and Monitoring Monitor the ITSM platform for new alerts, schemas and tickets Monitor SIEM logs, IDS logs and managed intelligence sources Identify potential threats, vulnerabilities and indicators of compromise Initiate escalation procedures to counteract potential threats and vulnerabilities Incident Remediation and Documentation Escalate to R2 analysts, team lead or senior analyst when clarification or further review is required Provide incident remediation and prevention recommendations to customers using established procedures and analyst experience Document and adhere to security monitoring processes Suggest process and procedure improvements based on working requirements to streamline processes Customer Service and Escalation Deliver exceptional customer service by exceeding customer expectations Serve as the initial point of contact for alerts and schemas triaged Contribute to the creation and maintenance of security documentation, including incident response playbooks, standard operating procedures and knowledge base articles Reporting and Continuous Improvement Compile and review service focused reports for effective communication Contribute to the creation and maintenance of security documentation, including incident response playbooks, standard operating procedures and knowledge base articles Be open to mentoring from senior analysts Threat Analysis and Collaboration Provide practical insights to the analysis of common security incidents Maintain working relationships with the analytic development and security engineering teams Collaborate with shift partners to provide a high quality of service General Duties Perform additional assigned duties as required Show flexibility to learn and adapt quickly to new security tools, technologies and processes Process data schema review and data loss prevention alerts Apply strong analytical and problem solving skills Communicate effectively, both written and verbally Work collaboratively as part of a team Keep up to date with latest emerging threats and APT groups Receive mentorship from senior analysts Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Minimum Requirements Network, Cloud and OS Knowledge: Understanding of common network protocols and tools Understanding of Linux operating systems Understanding of content delivery networks Understanding of the CIA triad and its interaction with security Understanding of cloud technologies - AWS, GCP, OCI Customer Interaction: Experience documenting both high level and technical customer facing information Confidence providing critical/sensitive information accurately Contacting key stakeholders during major incidents Incident Analysis and Response: Awareness of the MITRE ATT&CK framework Experience performing in depth analysis of security alerts Assess customer impact through investigation and work with senior analysts for resolution Basic understanding of Personal Identifiable Information Initiate escalation procedures for potential threats Interpret threat priority against the cyber kill chain Provide appropriate mitigation and remediation steps Desirable Requirements Tooling: Hands on experience with SIEM platforms, preferably Splunk Knowledge of cloud products and log events such as AWS, OCI, GCP Knowledge of cloud vulnerability tools such as Wiz Desirable Certifications: CompTIA Security+ CompTIA Network+ Security Blue Team Level One AWS Cloud Practitioner MAD20 ATT&CK Fundamentals Job Benefits Flexible Working: Balance your work and personal life with our flexible working options Generous Holiday Allowance: Enjoy 25 days of holiday, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days of annual leave Medicash & Critical Illness Scheme Financial & Investment Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our Pension, Life Assurance, and Share Save Scheme Community & Volunteering Programmes: Make a difference in your community with our volunteering opportunities Green Car Scheme: Drive green and save money with our eco friendly car scheme Cycle Scheme: Stay fit and healthy with our cycle to work scheme Special Time Off: Take time off for those big moments in life, like getting married/entering into a civil partnership, becoming a grandparent, and welcoming home a new pet Family Planning: Benefit from our generous maternity and paternity leave, as well as time off and support for those undergoing fertility treatments

DV Application Support Engineer - Contract (outside of IR35) About Us In 2019, the founders were working as engineers solving complex cross-domain problems within government organisations. TwinStreamwas formed to bring together their collectiveexpertiseand experience into a single business, focused on delivering technical excellence and high-quality service to clients. Since then, the company has grown to over 100 team members across the UK, with colleagues working both on-site with clients, hybrid and remotely from home. Details : Employment: Contract (outside of IR35) Security Level: Must have live DV clearance About the role As part of our on site team, you'll play a key role in designing, building, configuring, and maintaining resilient systems that support critical operations. You'll work closely with cross functional teams to ensure our platforms are scalable, secure, and reliable, and directly with our intelligence community customers to deliver their mission. T his involves analysing their requirements and configuring the cross domain platform accordingly; and, with the rest of the team, resolving any issues and refining the setup together. This is a hands on role where you'll have the opportunity to influence technical direction, improve system performance, and contribute directly to meaningful projects. Responsibilities We recognise that no one ticks every box. If your experience aligns with most of the below, we'd love to hear from you: Designing and maintaining reliable, scalablephysical and virtualinfrastructure Monitoring system performanceand proactively resolving issues Automating processes using tools such asAnsibletoimprove efficiency and consistency Collaborating with engineers and stakeholders across the business Supporting continuous improvement of systems, tools, and practices Operating across the full infrastructure stack, from bare metal systems through to virtualised deployments and the applications running within them. Understanding customers' use cases, advising on the best components of the software system to use Managing the lifecycle of customer integrations, retiring integrations when no longer required Technical consultancy with customers on how to integrate with the system via REST APIs, SFTP, Web-hooks, etc Second and third line support, responding directly to business issues and questions. Root cause analysis and proactive problem solving. The team is empowered to deploy changes in response to arising requirements. Key Skills Candidate must have a live eDV clearance A collaborative mindset and eager to learn Communicating with technical and business stakeholders Understanding of networking and software architectures Understanding of structured text formats: JSON, XML, CSV Understanding of synchronous and asynchronous architectures Critical thinker with the ability to reason about problems, test hypotheses, and make appropriate risk decisions. Familiarity with API definitions: Swagger / Open API 3 Familiarisation with shell scripting Familiarisation with AWS or other cloud platforms' administration Experience in Site Reliability Engineering, DevOps, or similar roles Experience with infrastructure as code and configuration management tools (e.g. Terraform,Ansible) Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automation practices Understanding of monitoring, logging, and alerting systems Experience with Kubernetes - cloud or on-prem Diversity & Inclusion We'recommitted to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. We're here to support you Further Information: Due to the nature of the work and the sectors we support, any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of the relevant security screening and clearance process. This role requires eligibility for BPSS / SC / DV clearance. As part of the vetting process, candidates must meet the UK Government's residency and right-to-work requirements associated with the required level of clearance.

TwinStream is seeking a DV Application Support Engineer for a contract role in Cheltenham, UK. The ideal candidate will have a live eDV clearance and be responsible for designing, maintaining, and improving critical systems for diverse clients. This hands-on position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, automating processes, and directly supporting the intelligence community. Essential skills include experience with infrastructure as code and familiarity with DevOps practices, ensuring a scalable and secure environment.

MI5 is seeking a Mandarin Language Specialist to support critical intelligence activities in Cheltenham, UK. The role involves extracting and contextualising information from various sources while developing essential analytical skills. Applicants are not required to have formal qualifications but must possess C1 level Mandarin language proficiency and excellent written English. The position offers 25 days of annual leave, flexible working hours, and robust training programs for career progression.

CLOUD ARCHITECT- EDV CLEARED CLOUD ARCHITECT- Permanent opportunity for a Cloud Architect with active enhanced DV clearance. - Salary up to £115,000 DOE + DV Bonus - Cheltenham based offices - To apply, please call Laura Jackson on , or email with an up-to-date CV. WHO ARE WE?We're hiring for Cloud Native Architects to join a consultancy delivering cutting-edge solutions for industry-leading National Security clients. You'll have the opportunity to work across multiple high-impact, innovative and mission-critical projects, shaping solutions that make a real difference. Due to the sensitive nature of the work, an active Enhanced DV clearance is essential. THE CLOUD ARCHITECT- Active enhanced DV clearance. - Cheltanham based, or able to commute to Cheltenham.- Experience as a hands-on cloud architect CLOUD ARCHITECT ESSENTIAL SKILLS- Expertise in delivering AWS Cloud native solutions- Background in Open-source technologies and frameworks- Experience with micro-service based architectures- Experience working with structured architecture approaches (TOGAF or SAFe)- Leadership and stakeholder management experience TO BE CONSIDERED:Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly on . For further information please call me: / . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLSCLOUD ARCHITECT, AWS ARCHITECT, CLOUD NATIVE ARCHITECTURE, DEVOPS, PLATFROM ENGINEER, CI/CD, CONTAINERISATION, INFRASTRTCTURE AS CODE, DEFENCE, NATIONAL SECURITY, DV CLEARED, DV CLEARANCE, SECURITY CLEARED, NSD

LEAD/ PRINCIPAL DEVOPS ENGINEER- EDV CLEARED PRINCIPAL DEVOPS ENGINEER- Permanent opportunity for a Lead/ Principal DevOps Engineer with active enhanced DV clearance. - Salary up to £100,000 DOE + DV Bonus- Gloucestershire based offices - To apply, please call Laura Jackson on , or email with an up-to-date CV. WHO ARE WE?We're hiring for Lead and Principal DevOps Engineers to join a consultancy delivering cutting-edge solutions for industry-leading National Security clients. You'll have the opportunity to work across multiple high-impact, innovative and mission-critical projects, shaping solutions that make a real difference. Due to the sensitive nature of the work, an active Enhanced DV clearance is essential. THE PRINCIPAL DEVOPS ENGINEER- Active enhanced DV clearance. - Gloucestershire based, or able to commute.- Experience as a hands-on technical DevOps Engineer and in a leadership role PRINCIPAL DEVOPS ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS- Strong experience operating in an SRE/ DevOps environment - Expertise in containerisation technologies such at Docker or Kubernetes, for example. - Experience with Infrastructure as code technologies like ansible or terraform. - Ideally a has a coding background, utilising languages such as Python, Java, Spring Boot- Strong communications abilities, with experience in leadership and stakeholder management. TO BE CONSIDERED:Please either apply through this advert or emailing me directly on . For further information please call me: / . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLSDEVOPS, LEAD DEVOPS, SITE RELIABILITY ENGINEER, PLATFROM ENGINEER, PRINCIPAL DEVOPS, CI/CD, CONTAINERISATION, INFRASTRTCTURE AS CODE, DEFENCE, NATIONAL SECURITY, DV CLEARED, DV CLEARANCE, SECURITY CLEARED, NSD

AWS Infrastructure Engineer Hybrid £70,000-£75,000 About the Role: We're partnering with an established organisation to hire an AWS Infrastructure Engineer to support and develop their cloud infrastructure. This is a hands-on infrastructure role focused on the design, maintenance, and optimisation of AWS environments, ensuring the platform remains secure, resilient, and highly available. You'll work closely with infrastructure, security, and technical teams to deliver reliable cloud services, maintain operational excellence, and support ongoing cloud transformation projects. Key Responsibilities: Manage, maintain, and optimise AWS infrastructure across multiple environments. Provision and administer core AWS services including EC2, VPC, IAM, RDS, S3, Route 53, ELB, CloudWatch, and KMS. Design and implement secure networking solutions including VPCs, Transit Gateway, VPNs, security groups, NACLs, and private connectivity. Build and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform to ensure consistent and repeatable deployments. Administer and support Windows and Linux cloud servers, ensuring performance, patching, and system availability. Monitor infrastructure health, capacity, and performance, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement. Support backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity planning across the AWS estate. Implement and maintain cloud security controls, identity management, encryption, and access policies. Troubleshoot infrastructure, networking, and platform issues, acting as an escalation point for complex technical incidents. Produce and maintain technical documentation, standards, and operational procedures. About You: Proven experience in an AWS Infrastructure Engineer, Cloud Infrastructure Engineer, or Systems Engineer role. Strong hands-on experience with AWS services including EC2, VPC, IAM, RDS, S3, Route 53, CloudWatch, ELB, and KMS. Solid understanding of AWS networking, routing, DNS, VPNs, load balancing, and security architecture. Experience administering Windows Server and/or Linux environments in AWS. Good knowledge of Terraform or other Infrastructure as Code tooling. Strong understanding of infrastructure security, backup strategies, disaster recovery, and high availability. Experience monitoring and supporting production infrastructure within business-critical environments. Knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, and hybrid cloud connectivity would be advantageous. AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate or AWS Certified SysOps Administrator certification desirable. A proactive, hands-on approach with excellent troubleshooting and communication skills. AWS Infrastructure Engineer Hybrid £70,000-£75,000 Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Service Desk Engineer (Contract) Location: Gloucester (Office-Based) Contract: 3 9 Months Rate: £160 £180 per day (Inside IR35) Hours: Full-Time, Monday to Friday About the Company Our client is a well-established public sector organisation delivering essential services to thousands of people across the region. Technology plays a vital role in supporting frontline services and internal operations, with ongoing investment in digital transformation, modern workplace technologies and IT service improvements. They are looking for a Service Desk Engineer to join their IT team on an initial 3 9 month contract , providing first-class technical support to a diverse user base. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy and collaborative IT Service Desk where you'll be the first point of contact for IT support, helping colleagues resolve technical issues and ensuring critical systems remain operational. Working in a modern Microsoft environment, you'll gain exposure to a broad range of technologies while contributing to service improvement initiatives and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. What You'll Do: Provide 1st line IT support via phone, email and remote support tools Log, prioritise and resolve incidents and service requests Support Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365 and Active Directory environments Troubleshoot hardware, software and network connectivity issues Manage user accounts, password resets and access requests Escalate more complex issues to 2nd and 3rd line support teams Maintain accurate ticket updates and technical documentation Deliver excellent customer service while meeting agreed service levels What We're Looking For: Previous experience in a Service Desk or IT Support role Good knowledge of Windows 10/11 and Microsoft 365 Experience administering Active Directory user accounts Understanding of networking fundamentals including DNS, DHCP and TCP/IP Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and customer service abilities Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced support environment Why Join? £160 £180 per day (Inside IR35) Initial 3 9 month contract with immediate start Opportunity to support a large and respected public sector organisation Varied workload within a modern Microsoft environment Collaborative and supportive IT team Contribute to projects that help deliver essential public services Apply now to secure your next contract and become part of an IT team that plays a key role in supporting critical services across the organisation.