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Change Impact Technical Consultant Salary: 65k basic + 6k car allowance + 10% bonus + 10% DV allowance Basingstoke: Hybrid circa 2 / 3 days a week on site Security Clearance: Needs SC Clearance to start and willingness to go through DV Clearance A global IT Consultancy are looking a Change Impact Technical Consultant to work within their growing secure Defence and National Security sector. This role is highly customer facing, and involves providing technical leadership within a project, understanding the business and technical requirements being responsible for producing the relevant design collateral, including passing any governance reviews, and ensure effective technical delivery of the solution. Your transferable skills and experience: Demonstrable experience of understanding the customers business and technical requirements and issues and producing solid network solutions. Demonstrable design experience in proposing and utilizing technologies from multiple global network vendors (e.g. Cisco and Juniper), including production of quality technical documentation for delivery and solution support. Strong technical networking knowledge with industry recognized network certifications such as Cisco CCNA/CCNP, Juniper JNCIA-Design or JNCIA-Junos. Able to create non-standard solutions that may incorporate any of the following: LAN, WAN, WiFi, VPN, Voice, Video, Cyber and Security technologies. Liaise with others in the Program team where solutions cross responsibility borders. Solid understanding of project end to end life cycle, through initial requirements gathering to Operational Acceptance into Service, including good commercial and financial awareness in terms of understanding risks and dependencies associated with any delivery project. Able to support project and programme management with any reporting, and to ensure timely project delivery that meets the customers expectation. Excellent communications skills with multiple stakeholders, able to take ownership and responsibility and make quick decisions. Ability to communicate calmly and concisely with the Customer. Ideally with previous experience working within the UK defence sector.

Network Architect - Defence and National Security Salary: 70k - 78k 10% DV Clearance Allowance paid monthly Car Allowance: 6k 15% Bonus Total Compensation circa: 90k - 103k You will join a global IT Consultancy, and help government clients through their digital transformation journey. Clearance: Candidates must be willing and eligible to go through SC and DV clearance for this role. Due to the nature of the clearance involved candidates must be sole UK Nationals Responsibilities: Provide day to day support to the Programme and Project Managers to deliver the required network designs within all work streams (Main Programme, Live Service, Service Requests and Requests for Change). Support the Lead Architect/deputy CTO in defining designs in line with requirements. Support the Network Design Engineers and Support Engineers with delivery and operational challenges. Create and be responsible for HLD/LLD components for specific key areas of the solution: Cisco FMC, SSM, FTD, Gigamon HC1 and GigaVUE FM, Juniper WAN and LAN, Endace, NTP, Data Centre Firewall and LAN. Ensure designs produced are fit for purpose and are capable of going through review and governance. Provide input into reports, when required, to the customer and Programme. Skills Required: Demonstrable design experience in proposing and utilising technologies from a variety of industry leading technology vendors. Experience in requirements management and associated tooling. Demonstrable experience in the creation of IP Addressing designs or in the configuration and support of said design. Demonstrable troubleshooting skills and approach to defect resolution. Strong technical networking knowledge (with vendor certifications) of routing protocols, virtual routing instances, VPNs, Security zones and policies, QoS, high availability Experienced in configuring Juniper (SRX, EX), Cisco and Gigamon network products Solid understanding of customer end to end life-cycle Excellent communications skills (with different teams), willing to share knowledge, able to take ownership and responsibility and make quick decisions

SAP Data Migration Lead - DV Cleared Rate: 700 - 730 a day (Inside IR35) Clearance required: DV + Needs to be UK National Location: Aldermaston - 4 days a week on site You will join a global IT Consultancy bringing digital transformation to the MoD. Job Description: Data Migration Lead for Greenfield project, legacy to SAP S/4HANA using Data Services & Migration Cockpit, must have previous experience and deep understanding the data migration life cycle and full project lifecycle. Responsibilities include managing a development team, planning, defect resolution, ability to communicate about data and SAP to all levels of understanding. Experience running data workshops, preparing and reviewing technical documentation, analysing source datasets. Whilst the role is a lead and not a developer, they must be able to mentor the team and suggest solutions based on development experience, plus help out if needed. Work closely with SAP functional teams and business data stewards advising them on data cleansing and data analysis issues.

Test Automation Specialists x 3 + 6 month initial contract + 470 to 483 per day - Inside IR35 + Hybrid working form Telford Key Sklills: + Test automation for data and analytics platforms + SC Clearable Key Responsibilities: Working as part of an Agile team participate in ceremonies and contribute to sprint planning, retrospectives, demos and reporting. Utilise strong Stakeholder Management and communication skills to collaborate with developers, DevOps engineers, and Business Analysts to ensure test coverage aligns with business requirements and technical specifications Ensure that appropriate automation tooling is implemented and utilised to meet business and technical needs. Design and implement automation test strategies and plans for SAS Viya 4 applications, for UI based Visual Analytics (VA) and Intelligent Decisioning (ID), as well as for integration testing of data pipelines. Develop and maintain test scripts using appropriate automation frameworks (e.g., Selenium, PyTest, JUnit) and integrate them into CI/CD pipelines. Confirm the test data strategy to be used Maintain and evolve the test automation suite to support regression, performance, and integration testing. Support the integration of test automation into Git-based CI/CD pipelines (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI). Troubleshoot and resolve issues in test environments, including SAS Viya containerized deployments (e.g., OpenShift, Kubernetes). Contribute to test data management and environment provisioning strategies Ensure that appropriate defect management is undertaken Ensure results and progress are clearly articulated to relevant stakeholders. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience in: Working in a collaborative agile environment Test automation for data and analytics platforms, ideally including SAS Viya 4. Assuring the appropriate tool selection for both business and technical needs Setting the strategy and approach for both UI and System Integration based automation Knowledge of REST API's and testing API endpoints Scripting skills in Python, Shell, or similar languages and associated frameworks Experience with CI/CD tools and version control systems (e.g., Git, Jenkins, GitLab). Data Management and profiling Setting test direction for the automation team Strong Communication and Stakeholder Management skills Strong Problem-solving skills and attention to detail Preferred Experience: Familiarity with SAS Viya architecture and components (VA, ID, CAS etc) Understanding of containerized environments and orchestration tools (e.g Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShift)

3rd Line Engineer - Solaris Basingstoke 55k plus 3% bonus and 10% DV bonus and 10% Pension Candidates must be willing and eligible to go through SC and DV clearance for this role I am looking for an experienced 3rd Line Messaging Engineer for a client of mine who are a leading IT Systems integrator operating within the UK defence sector. Your role will involve: Incident management - Incident logging, triage and assignment on required toolsets. Manage the Incident to resolution. Keep the incident record updated in accordance with agreed WI. Escalate where necessary. Problem management - Perform detailed and extensive investigations on any ongoing Problem Records. Collate data from various sources and provide expert analysis. Monitor, investigate and fix any problems with the Nexor X500 DSA. Monitor, investigate and fix any problems with the Exchange 2003 Messaging system. Communicate and collaborate with the customer who is an intermediary to the end user Your transferable skills and experience: Knowledge of Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) Knowledge of X400 messaging Knowledge of Nexor DSA Knowledge of X500 addressing and address book replication Knowledge and Experience of UNIX scripting Experience of Interoperable C4I Services (ICS) Experience of Oracle 8-10g Experience of Solaris 10 Experience of UNIX / HP-UX Desirable -or willing to learn - Microsoft Exchange 2003 Desirable - or willing to learn - Microsoft Server 2003 Desirable - or willing to learn - Active Directory Desirable - or willing to learn - VMWare V5 / V5.5 Desirable - or willing to learn - ITIL

AD Architect + Fully Remote working +Outside IR35 +6 months + + 500 - 525 a day Active Directory SME You will join a world leading consulting firm. You will be an Active Directory expert with demonstrable Active Directory Design experience with enterprise scale clients. You will provide advanced technical consulting and advice to others on proposal efforts, solution design, system management, tuning and modification of solutions. Your skills and experience DNS Directory Services Group Policy IP addressing and routing Site component topology Forest operations and topology Active Directory distributed file system ADAM/Active Directory Lightweight Directory Services LDAP / X500 Azure Kerberos File replication services Security Client interactions Active Directory Certificate Services / PKI Rights Management Services Active Directory Federated Services Functional skills in basic protocol analysis Scripting If you would like to discuss the role further please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

Consulting Firm is hiring for an ETRM Business Analyst - Endur for a 12-month Contract to be based in London. This role is hybrid and requires 2 days in the office per week. The rates on offer are between 600 - 700 per day InsideIR35. This role requires strong expertise in Endur configuration across multiple modules. Responsibilities include: - Analyse and document business problems, value drivers, and functional/non-functional requirements. - Evaluate risks, feasibility, opportunities, and business impact of proposed solutions. - Map and model processes, data flows, and systems to identify areas for optimisation. - Produce and maintain high-quality documentation aligned with project objectives and timelines. Skills and Experience: - Hands-on experience configuring Endur across key modules. - Knowledge of energy commodities such as Power, Gas, Oil, LNG, etc. - Demonstrable experience working within Agile delivery frameworks. - Ability to engage and educate stakeholders in Agile methodologies and tools. - Strong understanding of systems engineering, data and process analysis, and solution design. Please apply for immediate interview! CBSbutler is operating and advertising as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for interim / contract / temporary positions. CBSbutler is an Equal Opportunities employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

Global Financial Services Firm is hiring for a Controls Testing / SOX Manager for their team based in the City. This is a permanent role and operates a hybrid working basis with 3 days in the office per week. Salary ranges between 60K - 75K. You will play a key role strengthening internal control frameworks and ensuring compliance with key regulatory requirements, including SOX and the Financial Control Framework (FCF). This role is ideal for a seasoned professional with a strong background in internal controls and risk management, particularly within financial services or insurance. Responsibilities include: - Overseeing the smooth transition of responsibilities from external service arrangements. - Ensuring effective knowledge transfer and maintain continuity of control operations during the transition phase. - Facilitating documentation and information gathering with internal stakeholders. - Executing control testing activities aligned with regulatory and internal frameworks (e.g., SOX, FCF). - Assessing the effectiveness of controls, document findings, and support the development of remediation plans. - Updating or creating risk and control documentation in accordance with governance standards. - Driving enhancements through automation and digital tools to improve testing efficiency and accuracy. Skills and Experience - Degree-educated in Finance, Accounting or Risk-related field. - At least 6-8 years in Internal Controls, SOX Compliance or Risk within Insurance or Financial Services. - Proven experience leading control testing programs and managing offshore delivery teams. - Deep understanding of SOX and FCF Frameworks. - Professional certifications such as ACA, ACCA, CIA, or CISA preferred. - Experience with digital tools and automation in control testing. Please apply for immediate interview! CBSbutler is operating and advertising as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for interim / contract / temporary positions. CBSbutler is an Equal Opportunities employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

Job title: Tester Location: Leeds/Hybrid (2 days per week in the office) Rate: 400 per day Contract: 10 months+ SC security clearance is required for this role Role Description I am looking for a tester for a client of mine who are a leading IT systems integrator operating in the Uk public sector. You will join current their test team to support CIS1, CIS2, & DSS. This also includes being part of the Cyber resilience that is happening within IAM. Key Duties and Responsibilities Strong capability to identify security gaps across systems and processes. Experience creating and applying risk models. Ability to develop and execute a comprehensive cyber security test strategy. Strong understanding of Azure security risks, especially related to Azure Storage. Knowledge of immutable backups and secure data retention strategies. Experience with disaster recovery planning, including full restore testing. Expertise in multi-factor authentication (MFA) setup and testing. Vulnerability management - scanning, prioritization, remediation validation. Ability to design and interpret security dashboards for monitoring and reporting Awareness of system throttling and its security implications. Ideally comfortable upskilling the rest of the team so we can cover basic Cybersecurity testing Required Experience: Previous experience with manual testing (systems, APIs, and applications) Languages: JavaScript and Python Tools: Confluence, Jenkins, Jira, Splunk Desired Industry and Competencies Knowledge of authentication mechanisms (OAuth, SAML, JWT, etc.). Experience working in healthcare If you are interested in this role or wish to apply, please feel free to reply to this advert or call me on (phone number removed).

Identity Solutions Engineer Location: MOD Corsham - Full Time, On-Site Duration: 1 November 2025 - 30 June 2026 Clearance: Active and transferable DV (Developed Vetting) required Rate: 500 - 580 per day - Inside IR35 About the Role We are seeking a skilled Identity Solutions Engineer to play a key role in delivering a greenfield on-premise identity solution within a secure defence environment. This position offers an opportunity to work on the full lifecycle of a major identity deployment - from design and implementation through to operational support. The successful candidate will work closely with the Solution Architect to build, configure, and maintain a secure, scalable, and resilient identity infrastructure based on Microsoft technologies. Key Responsibilities Implement and configure an on-premise identity solution based on Microsoft Windows Server 2022 , Active Directory (AD) , and Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS) . Work from detailed solution designs to deploy and integrate identity components, ensuring performance, resilience, and compliance with security standards. Configure and maintain federation services with other on-premise identity providers, supporting secure authentication and trust relationships. Implement Single Sign-On (SSO) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) in line with architectural requirements. Collaborate with networking, security, and application teams to ensure seamless integration with dependent systems. Develop and maintain comprehensive technical documentation , including configuration guides and deployment procedures. Participate in testing, validation, and transition to operations , ensuring readiness for live support. Provide ongoing operational support, including incident resolution, change management, patching , and performance optimisation . Drive continuous improvement , identifying opportunities for automation, hardening, and enhanced monitoring of identity services. Essential Skills and Experience Previous experience working in a Defence or National Security environment. Proven background as an Identity Engineer , Infrastructure Engineer , or Systems Administrator with a focus on Microsoft identity technologies . Strong, hands-on experience in: Windows Server 2022 installation, configuration, and management. Active Directory design, replication, Group Policy, and security configuration. ADFS deployment and configuration, including claims-based authentication and trust establishment. Federating with on-premise identity providers using SAML , OAuth 2.0 , and OpenID Connect . Solid understanding of SSO , RBAC , and secure authentication practices. Good knowledge of networking fundamentals (DNS, routing, load balancing, firewalls) and their impact on identity services. Experience supporting complex enterprise environments and troubleshooting identity-related issues. Familiarity with on-premise virtualisation technologies such as VMware Cloud Foundation and private cloud infrastructures. Desirable Skills Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate (or equivalent certification). Experience with PowerShell scripting for automation and operational efficiency. Familiarity with monitoring and alerting tools for AD and ADFS. Exposure to hybrid identity models integrating on-premise and cloud systems. Strong attention to detail and methodical documentation practices. Proactive, collaborative, and security-focused approach to delivering stable identity systems. Additional Information Security Clearance: DV clearance must be active and transferable prior to submission. Working Arrangement: 100% on-site in MOD Corsham.

Job Title: Release Manager Max Supplier Rate: 515 per day inside ir35 Clearance Required: SC Duration: 6 months Location: Telford/hybrid (3 2days per week in the office) Role overview: The Release Manager will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing the deployment of software releases across multiple environments. This includes managing release schedules, ensuring configuration integrity, and supporting testing and validation processes. The role demands strong technical expertise in SAS technologies and Oracle, as well as a deep understanding of configuration management and the software testing lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: Own and manage the end-to-end release process across development, test, and production environments. Coordinate with development, testing, and operations teams to ensure timely and quality releases. Maintain and enforce configuration management standards using manifest files and structured release artefacts. Oversee packaging and deployment of SAS DI code (SPKs) and Oracle artefacts (clear-text files). Support migration activities, particularly from SAS 9.4 to SAS Viya 4, using CI/CD practices and Capgemini accelerators. Facilitate release readiness reviews, go/no-go decisions, and post-release retrospectives. Ensure traceability and auditability of all release components and decisions. Required Skills & Experience: SAS Enterprise Guide (EG) - experience in job orchestration and user migration support. SAS Data Integration (DI) - packaging and deployment of DI jobs using manifest structures If you are interested in this role or wish to apply, please feel free to reply to this advert or call me on (phone number removed)

SC Cleared Saleforce Developers and Architects Location: Fully remote Duration: 6 Months + Rates: Open - market rate The company: You will join a blue chip, global IT Consultancy, with a growing Salesforce practice. The roles: They are looking for a number of roles. They do require candidates who hold current, active SC Clearance. Salesforce Architect Salesforce Technical Lead Salesforce Senior Developer Salesforce Advanced Developer Salesforce Confirmed Developer Salesforce Junior Developer If you are SC Cleared and looking to for a new SalesForce contract apply now.

JIRA Workflow SME - Service Management Rate: 580 a day Duration: Initially 6 months Location: Corsham - full time on site Clearance: SC Clearance Required You will join a global IT Consltancy who are delivering Digital Transformation to the MoD. They are seeking a Service Management Resource who will be responsible for the configuration, optimisation, and administration of Jira Service Management (JSM), Jira Software (JSW), and Confluence to support IT Service Management (ITSM), Agile delivery, and operational excellence. This role ensures workflows, automations, and integrations are aligned with organisational processes and governance standards, enabling efficient service delivery, incident response, and knowledge management. Key Duties and Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain JSM workflows, including request, incident, problem, and change management processes. Create and optimise automation rules to streamline ticket handling and escalation processes. Develop and manage Proforma forms for structured data capture and improved user experience. Configure and support ITSM modules (Request, Incident, Problem, Change, Asset, and Configuration Management). Administer and maintain the Assets module (Insight), including: Asset schema design Custom field integrations Attribute-based automation and relationships Implement and manage webhooks to integrate JSM with third-party systems and internal platforms. Develop reports and dashboards to track SLAs, performance metrics, and service trends. Administer Crowd/Access for user management, roles, and permission schemes across the Atlassian suite. Jira Software (JSW) Create and configure Jira projects, including permission schemes, issue types, and notification settings. Build and manage Kanban boards for Agile teams, ensuring alignment with sprint and workflow practices. Develop and refine team workflows to support project tracking, task management, and continuous delivery. Design and maintain dashboards and reports for team performance, backlog health, and throughput analysis. Confluence Create and maintain a Knowledge Base integrated with JSM for user self-service and internal documentation. Build Confluence pages, templates, and hierarchies to support knowledge sharing and operational transparency. Implement tagging and labelling conventions to ensure discoverability and content consistency. Required Competencies Proven experience configuring and administering Jira Service Management and Jira Software. Strong understanding of ITSM principles (Incident, Problem, Change, and Request Management). Experience with JSM Automations, Workflows, and Assets (Insight). Competence in building dashboards and reports using Jira Query Language (JQL). Understanding of Crowd or Atlassian Access for managing users, roles, and permissions. Knowledge of webhooks and API-based integrations. Experience managing a Confluence Knowledge Base, including page structure, templates, and metadata. Desired Competencies Atlassian certification Experience with ITIL 4, Agile, or DevOps frameworks. Familiarity with scripting or automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python, or REST APIs).

Job Title: Operational Engineer Day Rate: 515 per day inside ir35 Clearance Required: SC Duration: 6 months Location: Telford/hybrid (2days per week in the office) 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. 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 (e.g., Jenkins, Git, Docker, Kubernetes). Strong SQL and data modeling 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. If you are interested in this role or wish to apply, please feel free to reply to this advert or call me on (phone number removed)

eCommerce Architect - Commercetools Rate: 900 a day (Inside IR35) Duration: Initially 6 months Location: Remote - Some flexibility to travel to client site UK wide You will join a blue chip, global IT Consultancy. The role: You will be an experienced ecommerce architect with very strong skills and experience specifically with Commercetools, to start as soon as possible with a duration of c6 months. Some occasional travel (UK Wide) circa every fortnight but flexibility is key. You will need to work in a multivendor environment and lead teams regarding Commercetools whilst they undergo their training and certifications. The work is a combination of consultant work, hands on Commercetools work and coaching / training / being the point of contact for people on their Commercetools journey Your skills and experience: Commercetools - end to end Ecommerce, leading and supporting people, good communicator and politically astute as working with the client and other partners Algolia, Contentful, Step / Stibo, Azure, React

Identity Platform Engineer + SC Cleared role + Initial 12 month duration + Working hybrid from Berkshire + 580 to 630 Inside IR35 Key Skills: + AD, ADFS + SSO, RBAC This role requires deep technical expertise, hands-on implementation experience, and a strong understanding of identity federation, authentication, and access control. Key Duties and Responsibilities Implement and configure a new on-premise identity solution built on Microsoft Windows Server 2022, Active Directory (AD), and Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS). Work from solution designs to deploy and integrate identity components across environments, ensuring resilience, performance, and security. Configure and maintain federation services with other on-premise identity providers, supporting secure authentication and trust relationships. Implement Single Sign-On (SSO) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) in line with architectural and security requirements Collaborate with networking, security, and application teams to ensure the identity infrastructure integrates effectively with dependent systems. Develop and maintain technical documentation, including configuration guides, deployment procedures, and support manuals. Participate in testing, validation, and transition to operations, ensuring smooth handover and readiness for live support. Provide ongoing operational support, including incident resolution, change management, patching, and performance optimisation. Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for automation, hardening, and enhanced monitoring of identity services. Required Competencies Experience of working in Defence Proven experience as an Identity Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, or Systems Administrator with a focus on Microsoft identity technologies. Hands-on expertise in: Windows Server 2022 installation, configuration, and management. Active Directory design, replication, Group Policy, and security. ADFS deployment and configuration, including claims-based authentication and trust establishment. Experience federating with on-premise identity providers using standards such as SAML, OAuth 2.0, and OpenID Connect. Practical understanding of SSO implementation, RBAC, and secure authentication practices. Good understanding of networking fundamentals (DNS, routing, load balancing, firewalls) and how they impact identity infrastructure. Ability to follow architectural direction and deliver high-quality technical solutions in a collaborative team environment Experience supporting complex enterprise environments, including troubleshooting identity-related issues Experience in utilising multiple on-premise virtualisation technologies such as VMware Cloud Foundation and private cloud stacks Desired Competencies Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate or equivalent. Experience with PowerShell scripting for automation and operational support. Familiarity with monitoring and alerting solutions for Active Directory and ADFS. Exposure to hybrid identity models integrating on-premise and cloud environments. Detail-oriented and methodical in implementation and documentation

Identity Solution Engineer - DV Cleared Rate: 580 a day Duration: Initially 6 months Location: Corsham, full time on site Clearance: DV Cleared role You will join a global IT Consultancy who are delivering digital transformation to the MoD. They are seeking an experienced Identity Solutions Engineer to play a key role in the implementation and lifecycle support of a greenfield on-premise identity solution. The successful candidate will work closely with the Solution Architect to deploy, configure, and maintain a secure and scalable identity infrastructure based on Microsoft technologies. This role requires deep technical expertise, hands-on implementation experience, and a strong understanding of identity federation, authentication, and access control. Key Duties and Responsibilities Implement and configure a new on-premise identity solution built on Microsoft Windows Server 2022, Active Directory (AD), and Active Directory Federation Services (ADFS). Work from solution designs to deploy and integrate identity components across environments, ensuring resilience, performance, and security. Configure and maintain federation services with other on-premise identity providers, supporting secure authentication and trust relationships. Implement Single Sign-On (SSO) and Role-Based Access Control (RBAC) in line with architectural and security requirements Collaborate with networking, security, and application teams to ensure the identity infrastructure integrates effectively with dependent systems. Develop and maintain technical documentation, including configuration guides, deployment procedures, and support manuals. Participate in testing, validation, and transition to operations, ensuring smooth handover and readiness for live support. Provide ongoing operational support, including incident resolution, change management, patching, and performance optimisation. Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for automation, hardening, and enhanced monitoring of identity services. Required Competencies Experience of working in Defence Proven experience as an Identity Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, or Systems Administrator with a focus on Microsoft identity technologies. Hands-on expertise in: Windows Server 2022 installation, configuration, and management. Active Directory design, replication, Group Policy, and security. ADFS deployment and configuration, including claims-based authentication and trust establishment. .Experience federating with on-premise identity providers using standards such as SAML, OAuth 2.0, and OpenID Connect." Practical understanding of SSO implementation, RBAC, and secure authentication practices." Good understanding of networking fundamentals (DNS, routing, load balancing, firewalls) and how they impact identity infrastructure." Ability to follow architectural direction and deliver high-quality technical solutions in a collaborative team environment." Experience supporting complex enterprise environments, including troubleshooting identity-related issues." Experience in utilising multiple on-premise virtualisation technologies such as VMware Cloud Foundation and private cloud stacks." Desired Competencies Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate or equivalent." Experience with PowerShell scripting for automation and operational support." Familiarity with monitoring and alerting solutions for Active Directory and ADFS." Exposure to hybrid identity models integrating on-premise and cloud environments." Detail-oriented and methodical in implementation and documentation."

Job Title: Senior QA Engineer - 12-Week Contract Location: Abbeywood, Bristol Clearance Required: MOD SC Start Date: January 2026 About the Role We are seeking an experienced Senior QA Engineer to join the DE&S AI team for a 12-week engagement starting in January. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a confirmed MOD project focused on leveraging AI to enhance platform availability and drive productivity improvements across Defence operations. Project Overview The current project involves rebuilding an existing tool used to predict asset availability based on variable parameters. Following a successful discovery phase, the team has determined that a full rebuild is required - including the application infrastructure , simulation model , and user interface . This phase will focus on delivering the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) and setting the foundation for the full-scale product build. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute comprehensive testing strategies to ensure product quality and reliability. Design and implement test automation frameworks for both frontend and backend systems. Create, maintain, and execute automated test scripts using tools such as Selenium , Cypress , Postman , and RestAssured . Collaborate closely with developers and stakeholders to identify, investigate, and resolve defects. Define test plans, coverage, and overall QA approach for the project. Work independently as the initial sole QA resource, while providing leadership and mentorship for future QA team expansion. Skills and Experience Essential: Proven experience in test automation for web and API-based applications. Strong knowledge of Selenium , Page Object Models , and test automation frameworks. Familiarity with software testing methodologies and CI/CD integration. Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, agile environment. Desirable: Experience using Cypress , Postman , or RestAssured for testing frontend and backend APIs. Previous experience working within MOD or Defence environments. Understanding of AI or simulation-based systems.

QA Manager - SC Cleared MOD Project + 6 month initial contract + Based out of Bristol with some remote work + 500 to 530 per day - Inside IR35 Key Skills: + QA Manager role + Execute QA strategies + Test Automation - Selenium Project Background The incumbent tool used by the client predicts the availability of assets depending on the parameters inputted. The team has undergone a discovery piece of work to assess the effectiveness of the tool and to design what a new tool could look like. We determined that the entire application will need to be rebuilt which will include rebuilding the application infrastructure, the simulation model and the UI. This phase of work will be to deliver the MVP and plan for the full product build. Senior QA Technical Overview The Senior QA will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive testing strategies to ensure the quality and reliability of our product. This will involve writing automated tests for both the frontend and backend, with a focus on utilising frameworks and tools such as Selenium and Page Object Models to drive efficient testing. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing and implementing test automation frameworks, as well as creating test scripts to cover key functionality and user journeys. Accountabilities will include defining test plans and approaches, collaborating with the development team to identify and resolve defects, and providing input on the overall testing strategy. As the initial sole QA resource, the Senior QA will need to be self-motivated and able to work independently, with the ability to lead and mentor junior QA team members in the future. Strong expertise in test automation, software testing methodologies, and testing frameworks such as Selenium is essential for this role. Experience with writing tests for both frontend (e.g. using tools like Cypress or Selenium) and backend APIs (e.g. using tools like Postman or RestAssured) is highly desirable.

Service Management Specialist - JSM Rate: 580 a day Duration: Initially 6 months Location: Corsham - full time on site Clearance: SC Clearance Required You will join a global IT Consltancy who are delivering Digital Transformation to the MoD. They are seeking a Service Management Resource who will be responsible for the configuration, optimisation, and administration of Jira Service Management (JSM), Jira Software (JSW), and Confluence to support IT Service Management (ITSM), Agile delivery, and operational excellence. This role ensures workflows, automations, and integrations are aligned with organisational processes and governance standards, enabling efficient service delivery, incident response, and knowledge management. Key Duties and Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain JSM workflows, including request, incident, problem, and change management processes. Create and optimise automation rules to streamline ticket handling and escalation processes. Develop and manage Proforma forms for structured data capture and improved user experience. Configure and support ITSM modules (Request, Incident, Problem, Change, Asset, and Configuration Management). Administer and maintain the Assets module (Insight), including: Asset schema design Custom field integrations Attribute-based automation and relationships Implement and manage webhooks to integrate JSM with third-party systems and internal platforms. Develop reports and dashboards to track SLAs, performance metrics, and service trends. Administer Crowd/Access for user management, roles, and permission schemes across the Atlassian suite. Jira Software (JSW) Create and configure Jira projects, including permission schemes, issue types, and notification settings. Build and manage Kanban boards for Agile teams, ensuring alignment with sprint and workflow practices. Develop and refine team workflows to support project tracking, task management, and continuous delivery. Design and maintain dashboards and reports for team performance, backlog health, and throughput analysis. Confluence Create and maintain a Knowledge Base integrated with JSM for user self-service and internal documentation. Build Confluence pages, templates, and hierarchies to support knowledge sharing and operational transparency. Implement tagging and labelling conventions to ensure discoverability and content consistency. Required Competencies Proven experience configuring and administering Jira Service Management and Jira Software. Strong understanding of ITSM principles (Incident, Problem, Change, and Request Management). Experience with JSM Automations, Workflows, and Assets (Insight). Competence in building dashboards and reports using Jira Query Language (JQL). Understanding of Crowd or Atlassian Access for managing users, roles, and permissions. Knowledge of webhooks and API-based integrations. Experience managing a Confluence Knowledge Base, including page structure, templates, and metadata. Desired Competencies Atlassian certification Experience with ITIL 4, Agile, or DevOps frameworks. Familiarity with scripting or automation tools (e.g., PowerShell, Python, or REST APIs).