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(Test Manager - 10 months - Milton Keynes - DV - £514 pday) An experienced Test Manager with SC or DV Security Cleared - £514pday a day is required by our government client based near to Milton Keynes, Bucks, East Midlands. Commutable from Northampton, Cambridge, Bedford, North London. Full 5 days on-site is required Working in a Security Cleared environment - DV (Developed Vetting) or SC is required. Collaborate with delivery teams and determine the testability of functional and non-functional requirements. Utilise their domain and business knowledge and take a business and operational view when analysing the system under test. Construct a test solution based on Business and/or Operational requirements. Engage with Business and/or Operational Stakeholders to gain agreement to the proposed test solution. Create test documentation to support the agreed test solution. Manage all defects and liaise between Business and/or Operational Stakeholders and software developers to ensure the defect management reflects the Business and/or Operational priorities Understand and manage the constraints and limitations placed upon the test solution from the Business/Operational pressures Support the Go-Live/Production deployment activities of the Business and/or Operational solution Skills experience required: ISTQB Certified Tester Advanced Level Test Management (CTAL-TM) v3.0 or equivalent test management certification or proven test management experience. Basic knowledge of SQL scripts used to interrogate databases Knowledge of Cloud infrastructure setup (AWS and Azure) Awareness of Virtual Machine management tools (eg VMWare) Knowledge of test management tools Awareness of non functional testing techniques Level 3 Information Communication Technician or equivalent level 3 qualification in IT, Computer Science or relevant experience Experience of working in Tier 2 environments Knowledge and practical experience in stress, load, soak and performance testing Knowledge of continuous integration (CI) and continuous delivery (CD) Basic Networking knowledge (eg Cisco) Knowledge of test automation tool sets SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.

I have an urgent role for a highly experienced Senior Backend Engineer/Senior Java Developer (Spring) very strong Leadership qualities to drive a team already in place, with active/valid Security Clearance/SC cleared for our Central Government client based in the North West. Start date ASAP - 6 Month position Mainly remote, you would be required to go on site maybe twice a month to Newcastle/Manchester (Newcastle preferred) Pay rate ideally £625 pd Inside IR35/Umbrella Valid SC Clearance due to the nature of the client /Government/Public Sector We are looking a really strong leader that can help drive a Team, proven experience of (This is priority over everything) Java and Spring essential Excellent strong clear communicator Coding Government essential Deadline Tuesday 28th April AM SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.

Oracle DBA - Database Consolidation Specialist Remote 6 months SC Clearance Responsibilities: Support the consolidation by migrating data and functionality from mainly Oracle legacy systems, including Product Management Databases, CRM systems, and Geneva/Netcracker billing platforms, to the new centralised platform. Perform data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL), data mapping, validation, and testing to ensure accuracy and integrity of migrated data. Collaborate with the new vendor to align migration processes, troubleshoot integration issues, and ensure system compatibility. Work closely with internal technical teams, business stakeholders, and current system users to gather requirements, address concerns, and provide updates on migration progress. Optimize Oracle, T-SQL, and other database platforms, resolve technical challenges, and provide post-migration support, including documentation and issue resolution. Skills/Qualifications: Proven experience in database migration projects Strong expertise in Oracle, T-SQL, ETL processes, and HP-UX or other legacy Unix/Linux/Windows system administration in a mixed database environment. Strong documentation skills, including the ability to create and maintain technical documentation such as ERD (Entity Relationship Diagrams), process flow diagrams, and data mapping documentation. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to effectively collaborate with vendors, technical teams, business users, and current system stakeholders. Strong problem-solving, data mapping, and database performance optimization skills. Experience with data validation and ensuring compliance with business requirements. Security Clearance (SC): The candidate must either hold valid SC clearance or be eligible to obtain it prior to starting.

(Technical Support Specialist 6mths hybrid Hertfordshire - £130-£160pday) Our client is seeking a Technical Support specialist to work approx. 2 days per week onsite in Ware, Hertfordshire. You will be reporting to a Technical Support Team Lead or Manager, the Technical Support Specialist ensures critical customer issues are resolved or escalated in the most effective and efficient manner. Success in this role will be defined by a strong customer first mentality, a thorough systematic approach to troubleshooting hardware, software or systems, and the curiosity to learn about a diverse set of technologies. If you love to challenge yourself, enjoy getting to the bottom of issues and want to be a part of a fast paced challenging environment, this opportunity is for you. Required skills & experience: Exceptional skills in problem solving & time management Able to provide timely updates and manage customer expectations Ability to read, write, and speak English fluently; communicating complex technical problems and solutions to customers of all skill levels while being personable A self-starter who can work independently as well as collaborate effectively with team members with minimal supervision Ability to handle complex situations while troubleshooting critical issues & maintaining effective communication with all stakeholders Agile, resourceful learner with strong attention to detail Candidates must be able to display a working knowledge with: Applying technical concepts to troubleshooting procedures Installing, configuring, and troubleshooting various, software, and hardware A familiarity with video surveillance cameras, ONVIF protocol, or other video streaming services is considered an asset. Preference will be given to candidates with the following skills and experience: 2+ years of customer support experience in specific technical support environments: video surveillance or access control, telecommunication, cloud software, enterprise hardware support, IT helpdesk/service desk Bachelor's Degree/Diploma with technical background Certifications such as, but not limited to: CCNA, MCSA, CompTIA A+ Minimum of 1 year experience working with a CRM platform Experience working in environments using the KCS Methodology

DV (Developed Vetting) Security Cleared Senior Azure/Cloud Engineer/Azure Devops is required by our government client based in Milton Keynes or London (commutable from Northampton, East Midlands, Bedford, Luton, North London). Hybrid working Working in a DV Security Cleared environment. You will hold a current DV clearance or be eligible to undertake. Rate: c.£500 - 600 (umbrella company) As the Senior Cloud/Azure Engineer leads the design, deployment, and optimisation of cloud infrastructure, enabling us to deliver secure, scalable, and innovative digital services globally. This role drives cloud adoption, automation, and continuous improvement in line with the organisations digital and AI transformation strategy. Responsibilities: Architect, implement, and manage cloud platforms (primarily Azure), ensuring compliance, security, and cost-effectiveness. Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools. Mentor junior engineers, contribute to DevOps practices, and support incident response and service improvement initiatives. Technical Skills Azure Tenant Ansible Containerisation (Docker/Podman) Powershell Python Linux Hypervisor (Proxmox) PKI zScaler DNS IP management GitHub CI/CD pipelines SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.

Content Writer - London (Hybrid) Contract Length: 6 months Day Rate: £600-650 (Inside IR35) Location: Hybrid - 3 days per week on-site in London We're looking for a highly creative and articulate Content/Speech Writer to join our team on a six-month contract. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on transforming complex technical information into compelling narratives that resonate with diverse audiences. You'll be responsible for crafting speeches, keynotes, strategic reports, website copy, and digital articles that reflect the organisation's tone and values. Working closely with senior leaders and subject matter experts, you'll ensure consistency and clarity across all communications. Your work will span multiple platforms and formats, requiring a strong grasp of publishing tools and digital channels. The ideal candidate will bring a blend of strategic thinking, editorial precision, and storytelling flair. You'll be comfortable navigating high-level conversations, interpreting nuanced content, and collaborating with others to uphold quality standards. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact through words, shaping how the organisation communicates its vision and expertise. Required Skills and Experience Proven ability to translate complex technical content into clear, engaging language Experience writing speeches, keynotes, strategic reports, and digital content Strong editorial judgement and attention to tone, consistency, and style Familiarity with publishing tools and digital platforms Ability to collaborate effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional teams Excellent time management and ability to meet tight deadlines Creative mindset with a strategic approach to messaging and storytelling If this sounds like the right fit for you, we'd love to hear from you. Application Deadline: Friday 10th October SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.

Full Stack Senior Developer One of our clients is looking for an experienced Full Stack Senior Developer to join them for a 6 month contract. The role is inside IR35. Our client is based Leicester, London, or Winchester. This role will require 3 days per week onsite. This role is working in a Security Cleared environment. You will need to be SC or DV (developed vetting) cleared or eligible to undertake SC or DV Security Clearance. Skills: Hands-on DevOps experience, including Containers, Kubernetes, SSL, and Infrastructure as Code Hands-on AWS experience, ideally with serverless technologies such as ECS and Lambda Strong JavaScript development experience AWS CloudFormation Cloud security knowledge Experience with Google Cloud VPNs, Cisco, and general networking protocol experience If you think you would be a good fit for this role, please apply here. SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.

*Nodejs Software Engineer/Nodejs Developer-Backend.* Hybrid working for 9 months. (NODEJS/CDN, Cloud, API, pair programming/BACKEND) 650 p/d INSIDE IR35 Locations- London, Manchester or Bristol - 2 days onsite DEADLINE 23/08 You will have the opportunity to work on a key piece of the UK government's digital infrastructure used by over 850 government services, processing tens of millions of pounds per week. The Node.js Software engineer/developer ideally will have a knowledge of Payment Cards Industry (PCI) security standards You will need: to demonstrate detailed knowledge of Java and/or NodeJS for Back End web development have experience with technologies used for cloud based web applications, such as databases, backups, CDNs and containerisation, and of Unix-like operating systems such as Linux and Mac OS understand software design principles and have an ability to apply them have proven experience with modern software development approaches such as automated testing, test driven development, continuous integration, pair programming, code review and version control understand of common web security risks such as OWASP Top 10, and the corresponding mitigations take responsibility for solving complex issues, drawing upon a broad knowledge of web technologies have experience working in a collaborative environment, and an understanding of the benefits of agile and multi-disciplinary approaches SmartSourcing are a Disability Confident Employer and we promote, celebrate and value diversity, we are committed to promoting equality and inclusion for all.

HR DATA ANALYST (iTrent) starting salary 39,000, Hybrid/LondonSecurity Vetting (3 years UK residency) Our client is a well known public sector organisation that offers a unique and exciting place to work, right at the heart of the UK's thriving democratic system. Behind the scenes, our client is made up of more than 3,000 employees. They provide professional services to their staff, and the wider community.This is an exciting opportunity to get involved with a leading public sector client and make a difference. Skills and Experience Required: Significant experience supporting relevant iTrent HR applications within a large organisation. Proven business analysis experience including process mapping, and requirements definition. Experience of leading on Database administration and understanding of data management. Excellent problem-solving skills in technical and service delivery environments using logic, knowledge and sound processes to analyse information and find solutions. Considerable proven experience in managing competing customer support and project priorities and collaborating with colleagues to ensure that targets are met. Significant development expertise of complex reports from HR systems using BI tools and techniques. Advanced Excel skills and a proven ability to handle and analyse large quantities of data. Experience of supporting iTrent HR Systems and MI reporting using Business Objects reporting suite. Responsibilities: As the HR System expert provide leadership and technical advice on HR applications to customers, maximising system productivity and performance, ensuring the most effective and efficient use of the systems. Lead on troubleshooting system problems and customer enquiries, following agreed procedures for system and incident management, including documenting actions and outcomes. Develop reports using varied report-writing or data extraction tools. To analyse and interpret HR data to inform and assist the HR/Managers in their strategy and workforce planning. To create and maintain a comprehensive monthly metrics dashboard/Analytics. Development and ongoing maintenance of HR management information, Ad hoc reports and statutory request to meet the business needs of Managers. Implement upgrade and changes following controlled procedures, preparing and gaining agreement to detailed plans. Coordinate testing of system with appropriate test scripts and sign off processes. Responsible for planning and delivering projects with minimal supervision. Prioritise work and allocate resources. Benefits: 30 days annual leave (increasing to 35 days after first full leave year). Civil Service pension Access to training and development. Flexible working.

Smartsourcing are looking for an IT Security Consultant (CISSP) to work 2 days on site either in London Basingstoke or Rugby and 3 days remote working whichever best suit you. Start date ASAP- 3 months initially. Rate 600 pay to the Contractor Inside IR35/Umbrella. The role is general information security (not an engineer or an architect) Someone to operate at the GRC level - general risk and compliance, to support engineers and architects. They should have a technical understanding but its not a highly technical role. You will need a knowledge of security controls would be required for Low Level Designs (LDD) Background Public Sector would be ideally, Police, MOD, Telecomms.Mitigate the risks and conform to the relevant security policies Balance information risk against cost of countermeasuresEnsure security best practices are implemented in a consistent way across the programme and drive the overall design. Working with agile developers and testers to ensure security best practices are built into the software development life cycle. Working to articulate current risks against the system, the proposed mitigation and support the on-going accreditation process. Creating, running and managing the security processes and procedures within the projects, to maintain the security of the system, personnel, and appropriate environments using 'secure by design' methodology. A minimum of 5 years experience as an IT Security Consultant. CISSP or relevant qualification. Must have expert knowledge in reviewing security designs and implementing security controls. Must be able to articulate security issues and risk Need to be eligible to go through NVPP3 clearance (takes 2-3 weeks) and is one down from SC (if they had SC would still need to go through NVPP3) SmartSourcing provides services as an Employment Agency and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of age, race, religion, disability, age, gender or sexual orientation.

PERM/Delivery Manager (FM background)Ensure compliance with policies and procedures and delivery standards for managing the delivery including compliance with Health and Safety requirements including the CDM Regulations and Control of Asbestos Regulations. UK based role with flexible remote working Competitive basic salary 65,000 - 75,000 pa We are currently looking to recruit for an experienced Pre-Delivery Manager. Support assist and drive procurement of works, goods and services adhering to our clients Orders and procurement guidelines, UK legislation and EU regulations. Lead on project delivery Manage project team and ad hoc support staff Ensuring all projects have a formal brief, specifications, procurement plans and tender documents, and is robustly managed, in accordance with the contract. Build effective relationships, with key stakeholders, including Service family's Monitor and manage monthly spend Manage projects or term contracts within accordance with agreed budgets, timescales and quality criteria. Ensure contractors are properly briefed, report progress regularly, delivering, value for money and customer satisfaction and core values. To scope out works and provide accurate information Manage the contract performance of the contractors through performance measurement of outputs. Ensure compliance with policies and procedures and delivery standards for managing the delivery including compliance with Health and Safety requirements including the CDM Regulations and Control of Asbestos Regulations. Maintain adequate and appropriate records which meet internal requirements and external/legislative requirements To provide regular reports on contract management activities as required, including contract effectiveness, contract compliance contract performance. Experience in managing projects and term contracts Experience in dealing with a range of issues concerning contract and project delivery Proven experience in managing/supervising staff Strong Project management experience from an FM background Key Attributes Planning and Delivering Customer Satisfaction Provides priority tasks for self and team, and is prepared for contingencies Identifies and assesses different options for tackling workloads Communicating, Collaborating and InfluencingAnalysing and Interpreting Attention to detail and good analytical skills Ability to write concise reports and analyse and present statistical information SmartSourcing provides services as an Employment Agency and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of age, race, religion, disability, age, gender or sexual orientation.

*PROJECT MANAGER *FIXED TERM 6 months *ALL REMOTE BASED *SALARAY EQUIV 55k PA PRO RATA. An exciting new Project Manager role to join a new client within their Operational Delivery team Responsibilities - Support assist and drive procurement of works, goods and services adhering to the Client Orders and procurement guidelines, UK legislation and EU regulations. Lead on project delivery Manage project team and ad hoc support staff Ensuring all projects have a formal brief, specifications, procurement plans and tender documents, and is robustly managed, in accordance with the contract.Monitor and manage monthly spend Manage projects or term contracts within accordance with agreed budgets, timescales and quality criteria. Ensure contractors are properly briefed, report progress regularly, delivering, value for money and customer satisfaction To scope out works and provide accurate information Manage the contract performance of the contractors through performance measurement of outputs. Ensure compliance with policies and procedures and delivery standards for managing the delivery including compliance with Health and Safety requirements including the CDM Regulations and Control of Asbestos Regulations. Maintain adequate and appropriate records which meet internal requirements and external/legislative requirements. Ensure effective communication with affected customers through delivery stages to post completion. To provide regular reports on contract management activities as required, including contract effectiveness, contract compliance contract performance. Knowledge and Skills Have genuine knowledge and understanding of housing maintenance industry and service delivery. Compliance and HSE Experience. Confident using Microsoft Offices packages. SmartSourcing provides services as an Employment Agency and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of age, race, religion, disability, age, gender or sexual orientation.

(Administrator remote FTC 6 months up to 25k) This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and ambitious administrator to play a pivotal role in the mobilisation to assist the Billable works team in the delivery of the Professional Services Strategy Ensuring all administration procurement activities and contracts are delivered professionally to time This is a new role on a FTC for 6 months A new opportunity exists for a talented Administrator to join our professional and expanding management team. We are looking for an ambitious individual to be part of a dynamic team, focused on improving business opportunities and customer experience. Proactively plan and co-ordinate the delivery of all planned workflow  Ensure that systems are updated within prescribed timescales. Work in collaboration with the team and our client Run reports and maintain all system information and data for planned works Co-Ordinate tender/Quotation issues, pricing returns You should have a proven record as an Administrator within a planned and maintenance environment. Highly motivated with a passion to succeed. Able to identify opportunities for advancing the organisation's mission while maintaining an awareness of the business areas and associated risk Experience Administration experience within a Planned and maintenance environment Intermediate/Advanced Excel Microsoft packages Experience of working accurately to deadlines in a pressurised environment English and Mathematics GCSE A-C standard. - SmartSourcing provides services as an Employment Agency and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of age, race, religion, disability, age, gender or sexual orientation.