DWP Digital

DWP. Digital with Purpose. This is a great opportunity to fast-track your career as a Digital Portfolio Manager. In this Associate Digital Portfolio Manager role you will build the skills you need to be a great portfolio manager and help shape the delivery of one of the UK's largest and most complex digital portfolios. Our DWP Digital teams use fresh ideas, innovative technology and modern ways of working to transform services used by millions of people every day. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Experience building trusted relationships and working collaboratively with stakeholders to achieve shared goals. Strong reporting and data management skills, with experience using tools such as Excel, Power BI and SharePoint. The ability to analyse delivery information and turn data into meaningful insights that support informed decision-making. Knowledge of project, programme and portfolio management, including governance, assurance and delivery best practice. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with a proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement. You and your role As an Associate Digital Portfolio Manager, you'll help keep some of DWP Digital's most important projects and products on track, supporting the delivery of services used by millions of people across the UK. Working with delivery teams, programme leaders and senior stakeholders, you'll help coordinate priorities, monitor progress and identify risks and dependencies that could affect delivery. You'll help ensure teams have the information they need to make informed decisions and deliver successful outcomes. You'll develop valuable portfolio management skills, gaining experience in planning, performance reporting, governance and decision-making within a large and complex digital organisation. As part of DWP Digital's Portfolio Management community, you'll work alongside experienced colleagues while building skills in stakeholder management, analysis, problem-solving and strategic thinking. This is an excellent opportunity to develop a career in portfolio management while contributing to one of the largest and most ambitious digital transformation programmes in government. Details. Wages. Perks. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home (40%) and some time collaborating face to face in a hub (60%). Pay: £38,772 a year. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions of 28.97%, worth £11,232 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 24 days rising to 26 days after one year, and up to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable, so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs.Interview: A single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application JBRP1_UKTJ

Are you ready to shape the architecture that powers the future of DWP's Corporate Centre? As a Lead Technical Architect, you'll join DWP Digital's Corporate Centre Services (CCS) leadership team, helping to define the technology, data and architecture strategy that supports critical functions including People & Place, Finance, Estates and Policy. This is a rare opportunity to influence architecture at enterprise scale while helping thousands of colleagues deliver better outcomes for millions of citizens across the UK. Working directly with our senior leaders, you'll provide technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of digital transformation programmes including major ERP implementations, estates transformation and the modernisation of legacy technology. You'll ensure services are secure, scalable, integrated and built around user needs while championing architectural excellence across teams. This is a role for an experienced architecture leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, influencing strategic decisions and creating a long-term technology vision. Your work will help DWP deliver more efficient services, utilise data more effectively and build stronger foundations for future innovation. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Experience designing technical architectures across cloud, SaaS, on-premise and hybrid environments. Ability to create end-to-end solutions that bring together networking, security, integration, databases and user-facing services. Strong understanding of architecture principles, patterns, standards and best practices, and how to apply them to guide technical decisions. Experience working with delivery teams throughout the full service lifecycle, from initial concept and design through to implementation and live service. Ability to translate business needs into clear technical solutions and communicate design decisions to a range of stakeholders. Experience using architecture modelling techniques and tools to create and communicate architectural designs. Experience providing technical leadership across multiple projects, including mentoring architects and evaluating technologies, suppliers or platforms. You and your role As our Lead Technical Architect, you'll set the technical direction for a portfolio of services that support the running of one of the UK's largest government departments. Working across Corporate Centre Services, you'll shape the architecture behind critical business functions. You'll lead the design and assurance of solutions that enable DWP to modernise legacy technology, make better use of data and deliver more joined-up digital services. From major transformation programmes to strategic platform decisions, you'll ensure solutions are secure, scalable and aligned to long-term business objectives. Working closely with senior leaders, delivery teams, engineers, data specialists and suppliers, you'll provide architectural leadership across multiple initiatives. You'll guide technical decision-making, strengthen governance, mentor other architects and help teams balance user needs, risk, cost and technical quality. This is a role with significant influence and visibility. You'll help define the future architecture vision for Corporate Centre Services, enabling better colleague experiences, more efficient operations and stronger digital capabilities that support DWP's wider transformation ambitions. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £99,836. That's £75,026 salary plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £24,810 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two stage interview online. Click APPLYfor more information and to start your application. JBRP1_UKTJ

Help protect the data of millions of UK citizens DWP delivers services that millions of people rely on every day. Behind those services sits one of the UK's largest repositories of personal and financial data. We're looking for a Lead Security Data Scientist to lead a specialist team using data science, machine learning, AI and advanced analytics to detect threats, uncover malicious activity and strengthen the security of critical public services. This is an opportunity to lead at the heart of DWP's Cyber Resilience Centre (CRC), helping to protect services that support millions of citizens and form part of the UK's national critical infrastructure. About the team The Security Data Science team sits within DWP's Cyber Resilience Centre, bringing together expertise in data science, analytics, machine learning and automation to tackle some of the department's most complex security challenges. The team develops innovative capabilities that help identify threats, support cyber operations and strengthen the security of DWP's systems, services and data. What you'll be doing As Lead Security Data Scientist, you'll set the direction for Security Data Science across DWP, shaping how data science and AI are used to support the department's cyber security objectives. This is primarily a leadership role. You'll lead a team of talented data scientists and analysts, developing capability, setting clear standards and creating the environment for the team to thrive. Working closely with senior stakeholders across cyber security, digital and policy teams, you'll identify where data science can deliver the greatest impact and ensure the team's work contributes directly to organisational objectives. You'll also remain closely connected to the technical work, providing oversight and guidance across machine learning, AI and analytics initiatives. From early discovery through to deployment and continuous improvement, you'll help ensure solutions are effective, scalable and deliver real value. What we're looking for We're looking for an experienced data science leader who is passionate about developing people, driving innovation and solving complex problems. You have: A strong background in data science, machine learning or security analytics Experience leading, developing and growing high-performing technical teams A track record of delivering AI, machine learning or analytics solutions into production Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence at senior levels Experience translating complex technical concepts into clear business outcomes The ability to shape strategy and drive delivery within a large, complex organisation Knowledge of modern AI approaches, including areas such as Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), prompt engineering, observability and evaluation Experience in cyber security, fraud analytics, behavioural analytics or threat detection would be particularly valuable. This role sits at the intersection of data science and cyber security. If your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we'd still encourage you to apply. Click through now for full details on Civil Service Jobs. Why join DWP? This is a rare opportunity to combine leadership, cyber security and advanced data science at scale. You'll work on services that matter, tackle complex challenges, influence strategic decisions and help shape how one of the UK's largest government departments uses AI and analytics to protect critical services and citizen data. Alongside meaningful work, you'll benefit from a competitive salary, a Civil Service Pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, flexible hybrid working and ongoing opportunities for professional development. DV clearance is required for this role. Applicants must either hold DV clearance or be willing to undergo the clearance process. JBRP1_UKTJ

Help protect the data of millions of UK citizens DWP delivers services that millions of people rely on every day. Behind those services sits one of the UK's largest repositories of personal and financial data. We're looking for a Lead Security Data Scientist to lead a specialist team using data science, machine learning, AI and advanced analytics to detect threats, uncover malicious activity and strengthen the security of critical public services. This is an opportunity to lead at the heart of DWP's Cyber Resilience Centre (CRC), helping to protect services that support millions of citizens and form part of the UK's national critical infrastructure. About the team The Security Data Science team sits within DWP's Cyber Resilience Centre, bringing together expertise in data science, analytics, machine learning and automation to tackle some of the department's most complex security challenges. The team develops innovative capabilities that help identify threats, support cyber operations and strengthen the security of DWP's systems, services and data. What you'll be doing As Lead Security Data Scientist, you'll set the direction for Security Data Science across DWP, shaping how data science and AI are used to support the department's cyber security objectives. This is primarily a leadership role. You'll lead a team of talented data scientists and analysts, developing capability, setting clear standards and creating the environment for the team to thrive. Working closely with senior stakeholders across cyber security, digital and policy teams, you'll identify where data science can deliver the greatest impact and ensure the team's work contributes directly to organisational objectives. You'll also remain closely connected to the technical work, providing oversight and guidance across machine learning, AI and analytics initiatives. From early discovery through to deployment and continuous improvement, you'll help ensure solutions are effective, scalable and deliver real value. What we're looking for We're looking for an experienced data science leader who is passionate about developing people, driving innovation and solving complex problems. You have: A strong background in data science, machine learning or security analytics Experience leading, developing and growing high-performing technical teams A track record of delivering AI, machine learning or analytics solutions into production Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence at senior levels Experience translating complex technical concepts into clear business outcomes The ability to shape strategy and drive delivery within a large, complex organisation Knowledge of modern AI approaches, including areas such as Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), prompt engineering, observability and evaluation Experience in cyber security, fraud analytics, behavioural analytics or threat detection would be particularly valuable. This role sits at the intersection of data science and cyber security. If your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we'd still encourage you to apply. Click through now for full details on Civil Service Jobs. Why join DWP? This is a rare opportunity to combine leadership, cyber security and advanced data science at scale. You'll work on services that matter, tackle complex challenges, influence strategic decisions and help shape how one of the UK's largest government departments uses AI and analytics to protect critical services and citizen data. Alongside meaningful work, you'll benefit from a competitive salary, a Civil Service Pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, flexible hybrid working and ongoing opportunities for professional development. DV clearance is required for this role. Applicants must either hold DV clearance or be willing to undergo the clearance process. JBRP1_UKTJ

Help protect the data of millions of UK citizens DWP delivers services that millions of people rely on every day. Behind those services sits one of the UK's largest repositories of personal and financial data. We're looking for a Lead Security Data Scientist to lead a specialist team using data science, machine learning, AI and advanced analytics to detect threats, uncover malicious activity and strengthen the security of critical public services. This is an opportunity to lead at the heart of DWP's Cyber Resilience Centre (CRC), helping to protect services that support millions of citizens and form part of the UK's national critical infrastructure. About the team The Security Data Science team sits within DWP's Cyber Resilience Centre, bringing together expertise in data science, analytics, machine learning and automation to tackle some of the department's most complex security challenges. The team develops innovative capabilities that help identify threats, support cyber operations and strengthen the security of DWP's systems, services and data. What you'll be doing As Lead Security Data Scientist, you'll set the direction for Security Data Science across DWP, shaping how data science and AI are used to support the department's cyber security objectives. This is primarily a leadership role. You'll lead a team of talented data scientists and analysts, developing capability, setting clear standards and creating the environment for the team to thrive. Working closely with senior stakeholders across cyber security, digital and policy teams, you'll identify where data science can deliver the greatest impact and ensure the team's work contributes directly to organisational objectives. You'll also remain closely connected to the technical work, providing oversight and guidance across machine learning, AI and analytics initiatives. From early discovery through to deployment and continuous improvement, you'll help ensure solutions are effective, scalable and deliver real value. What we're looking for We're looking for an experienced data science leader who is passionate about developing people, driving innovation and solving complex problems. You have: A strong background in data science, machine learning or security analytics Experience leading, developing and growing high-performing technical teams A track record of delivering AI, machine learning or analytics solutions into production Strong stakeholder management skills and the ability to influence at senior levels Experience translating complex technical concepts into clear business outcomes The ability to shape strategy and drive delivery within a large, complex organisation Knowledge of modern AI approaches, including areas such as Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), prompt engineering, observability and evaluation Experience in cyber security, fraud analytics, behavioural analytics or threat detection would be particularly valuable. This role sits at the intersection of data science and cyber security. If your experience doesn't align perfectly with every requirement, we'd still encourage you to apply. Click through now for full details on Civil Service Jobs. Why join DWP? This is a rare opportunity to combine leadership, cyber security and advanced data science at scale. You'll work on services that matter, tackle complex challenges, influence strategic decisions and help shape how one of the UK's largest government departments uses AI and analytics to protect critical services and citizen data. Alongside meaningful work, you'll benefit from a competitive salary, a Civil Service Pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, flexible hybrid working and ongoing opportunities for professional development. DV clearance is required for this role. Applicants must either hold DV clearance or be willing to undergo the clearance process. JBRP1_UKTJ

DWP. Digital with Purpose. This is a great opportunity to fast-track your career as a Digital Portfolio Manager. In this Associate Digital Portfolio Manager role you will build the skills you need to be a great portfolio manager and help shape the delivery of one of the UK's largest and most complex digital portfolios. Our DWP Digital teams use fresh ideas, innovative technology and modern ways of working to transform services used by millions of people every day. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Experience building trusted relationships and working collaboratively with stakeholders to achieve shared goals. Strong reporting and data management skills, with experience using tools such as Excel, Power BI and SharePoint. The ability to analyse delivery information and turn data into meaningful insights that support informed decision-making. Knowledge of project, programme and portfolio management, including governance, assurance and delivery best practice. Strong organisational and prioritisation skills, with a proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement. You and your role As an Associate Digital Portfolio Manager, you'll help keep some of DWP Digital's most important projects and products on track, supporting the delivery of services used by millions of people across the UK. Working with delivery teams, programme leaders and senior stakeholders, you'll help coordinate priorities, monitor progress and identify risks and dependencies that could affect delivery. You'll help ensure teams have the information they need to make informed decisions and deliver successful outcomes. You'll develop valuable portfolio management skills, gaining experience in planning, performance reporting, governance and decision-making within a large and complex digital organisation. As part of DWP Digital's Portfolio Management community, you'll work alongside experienced colleagues while building skills in stakeholder management, analysis, problem-solving and strategic thinking. This is an excellent opportunity to develop a career in portfolio management while contributing to one of the largest and most ambitious digital transformation programmes in government. Details. Wages. Perks. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home (40%) and some time collaborating face to face in a hub (60%). Pay: £38,772 a year. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions of 28.97%, worth £11,232 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 24 days rising to 26 days after one year, and up to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process: We know your time is valuable, so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs.Interview: A single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application JBRP1_UKTJ

Are you ready to shape the architecture that powers the future of DWP's Corporate Centre? As a Lead Technical Architect, you'll join DWP Digital's Corporate Centre Services (CCS) leadership team, helping to define the technology, data and architecture strategy that supports critical functions including People & Place, Finance, Estates and Policy. This is a rare opportunity to influence architecture at enterprise scale while helping thousands of colleagues deliver better outcomes for millions of citizens across the UK. Working directly with our senior leaders, you'll provide technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of digital transformation programmes including major ERP implementations, estates transformation and the modernisation of legacy technology. You'll ensure services are secure, scalable, integrated and built around user needs while championing architectural excellence across teams. This is a role for an experienced architecture leader who enjoys solving complex challenges, influencing strategic decisions and creating a long-term technology vision. Your work will help DWP deliver more efficient services, utilise data more effectively and build stronger foundations for future innovation. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Experience designing technical architectures across cloud, SaaS, on-premise and hybrid environments. Ability to create end-to-end solutions that bring together networking, security, integration, databases and user-facing services. Strong understanding of architecture principles, patterns, standards and best practices, and how to apply them to guide technical decisions. Experience working with delivery teams throughout the full service lifecycle, from initial concept and design through to implementation and live service. Ability to translate business needs into clear technical solutions and communicate design decisions to a range of stakeholders. Experience using architecture modelling techniques and tools to create and communicate architectural designs. Experience providing technical leadership across multiple projects, including mentoring architects and evaluating technologies, suppliers or platforms. You and your role As our Lead Technical Architect, you'll set the technical direction for a portfolio of services that support the running of one of the UK's largest government departments. Working across Corporate Centre Services, you'll shape the architecture behind critical business functions. You'll lead the design and assurance of solutions that enable DWP to modernise legacy technology, make better use of data and deliver more joined-up digital services. From major transformation programmes to strategic platform decisions, you'll ensure solutions are secure, scalable and aligned to long-term business objectives. Working closely with senior leaders, delivery teams, engineers, data specialists and suppliers, you'll provide architectural leadership across multiple initiatives. You'll guide technical decision-making, strengthen governance, mentor other architects and help teams balance user needs, risk, cost and technical quality. This is a role with significant influence and visibility. You'll help define the future architecture vision for Corporate Centre Services, enabling better colleague experiences, more efficient operations and stronger digital capabilities that support DWP's wider transformation ambitions. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Blackpool, Birmingham, Leeds, Manchester, Newcastle or Sheffield, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and some time collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer pay up to £99,836. That's £75,026 salary plus a Government Digital and Data Allowance of up to £24,810 subject to our assessment of your capability at interview. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth up to £16,786 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. And we have an award-winning environment and culture: DWP have been recognised as 2024 Diversity Employer of the Year at the Computing Women in Tech Excellence awards Diverse and Inclusive Leadership at Digital Leaders Awards 2024 Commended as Best Place to Work in Digital category in the Computing Digital Technology Leaders awards 2025 Recognised as one of the Best Public Sector Employers at 2025 Women In Tech Employer Awards Process We know your time is valuable so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a two stage interview online. Click APPLYfor more information and to start your application. JBRP1_UKTJ