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HPC Containerisation - HPC Expert (Principal Consultant) Location: Hybrid working Onsite location: Derby, DE24 8PU Duration: Monday 19th January 2026 - Friday 13th February 2026 Inside IR35 Security Requirements (Mandatory): SC Cleared UK Nationals only Role Overview We are seeking an HPC Containerisation Expert to provide specialist consultancy around high-performance computing (HPC) environments, with a strong focus on containerisation for HPC and ML workloads. The consultant will assess existing HPC infrastructure, advise on best-practice container strategies, and engage with technical teams to shape future containerisation approaches for HPC use cases. This role is urgent and requires immediate availability. Key Responsibilities Provide expert consultancy on HPC containerisation strategies Review and assess current HPC infrastructure and workloads Advise on best practices for MPI-optimised container images Support and guide container tooling and runtime decisions for HPC environments Conduct workshops and structured discussions with technical teams covering: HPC infrastructure and use cases Containerisation capabilities for HPC and ML workloads Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) considerations Contribute to written outputs and findings for stakeholder review Essential Skills & Experience (Must Have) Active SC Clearance UK National only (no dual nationality/no OCI) Proven HPC background Experience using Beowulf clusters Strong knowledge of Slurm Job Scheduling Excellent knowledge preferred Good working knowledge acceptable No Slurm knowledge = not HPC trained Experience with MPI-optimised container images , including: OpenMPI with Apptainer (SIF) Podman/Buildah tooling Comparable container build and runtime technologies Candidates with strong CFD or scientific computing backgrounds (eg modelling) may compensate for less Slurm depth Desirable Experience Ability to conduct technical interviews with engineering or research staff Leading or contributing to containerisation capability workshops Experience supporting typical HPC and ML workloads Familiarity with: MPI-based workflows Jupyter ecosystem (JupyterHub, JupyterLab, Notebooks) for data science workflows Nice to Have Experience producing written reports and technical findings , including: Market view of container technologies for HPC use cases Knowledge of: Singularity SIF format HPC workflows CFD software such as OpenFOAM Docker Kubernetes as an HPC runtime environment Run:AI and GPU slicing

Technical Architect (NDR) Clearance Requirements: Minimum SC clearance (DV preferred) Contract Length: 12 months initially, with an option to extend Start Date: ASAP Location: Milton Keynes Resource Requirements Provide end-to-end technical leadership, architecture, and delivery oversight for NDR and XDR solutions using Darktrace and Microsoft Defender Work closely with cybersecurity, infrastructure, networking, SOC analysts, service owners, and senior stakeholders to ensure alignment with security strategy, operating models, and business objectives Define the target architecture for Darktrace NDR and Microsoft Defender XDR across on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments Produce high-level and low-level solution designs aligned to enterprise architecture standards, secure-by-design principles, and regulatory requirements Develop architecture decision records, design patterns, and technical documentation to support long-term maintainability Lead technical delivery workstreams, providing guidance and assurance to engineering teams Act as the primary technical authority for Darktrace and Microsoft Defender XDR programmes Clearly communicate complex technical concepts to senior leadership, security teams, and operational stakeholders Support programme planning activities, including capacity forecasting, licensing strategy, and cost modelling Ensure effective transition to operations, including documentation, training, dashboards, and runbooks Demonstrate deep technical expertise in Darktrace NDR and Microsoft Defender XDR platforms Possess strong knowledge of network architecture, identity systems, cloud security, endpoint security, and behavioural analytics Have experience integrating SIEM/SOAR solutions, telemetry pipelines, and incident response workflows Ability to design and clearly articulate secure, resilient, and operationally sustainable solutions

Senior Service Designer Clearance Requirements: Minimum SC clearance (DV preferred) Contract Length: Initial 3 months, with option to extend Start Date: ASAP Location: Milton Keynes Design and deliver high-quality service designs: Create end-to-end service designs that meet both user and business needs across the full service life cycle. Produce clear, detailed, and reusable design artefacts, including service blueprints, customer journeys, and design specifications. Contribute to defining service models, SLAs, OLAs, and underpinning contracts, ensuring alignment with technical, operational, and security requirements. Ensure service designs are secure, scalable, resilient, and cost-effective, aligning with enterprise architecture and ITIL best practices. Support service architecture and standards: Develop and maintain service design packs (SDPs) and supporting documentation to enable smooth transition and operational readiness. Apply agreed design standards, templates, and processes to ensure consistency and quality across services. Support the development and continuous improvement of shared design artefacts and tools within the Service Design function. Collaborate and contribute to delivery: Work closely with Service Owners, Product Owners, Architects, and delivery teams to capture requirements and translate them into practical, supportable service designs. Participate in design reviews and assurance activities, presenting designs and incorporating feedback to achieve desired business outcomes. Engage with suppliers and partners to validate service components, dependencies, and integration points. Manage risk, compliance, and change: Identify and document design risks, recommending mitigation actions and ensuring traceability throughout the service life cycle. Apply security and compliance standards in line with government and organisational policies. Support change and transition activities to ensure new or updated services are ready for live operation.

Lead Service Designer Clearance Requirements: DV Cleared Contract Length: 3 months initially, with option to extend Start Date: ASAP Location: Milton Keynes Lead service design and governance: Take ownership of end-to-end service design across the full service life cycle. Define, maintain, and assure service models, SLAs, OLAs, and underpinning contracts that meet business, technical, and cyber security requirements. Govern the design and delivery of services to ensure they are scalable, secure, resilient, and cost-effective. Ensure all service designs align with enterprise architecture, business priorities, and recognised service management frameworks such as ITIL. Develop and maintain Service Architecture: Create and maintain clear, reusable service design artefacts, including customer journeys, service blueprints, and design specifications. Establish and maintain service design packs (SDPs), standards, processes, and templates to drive consistency and quality across FCDO Services. Own and regularly update technical and service roadmaps to support long-term planning, life cycle management, and portfolio alignment. Provide leadership and direction: Lead and manage a small team of Service Designers within the CTO Office, offering coaching, guidance, and professional development. Provide expert advice to Service Owners, Product Owners, and delivery teams on service design standards, best practice, and effective communication of design intent. Act as a voting member of the Technical Design Authority (TDA), reviewing service designs and proposals and contributing to strategic decision-making. Engage stakeholders and provide expert consultancy: Work collaboratively with business units, technical architects, service management, and delivery teams to translate requirements into robust, supportable service designs. Deliver service design consultancy and assurance for new and existing services, ensuring they are fit for purpose, fit for use, and aligned to business outcomes. Engage with third-party suppliers to evaluate proposals, manage design dependencies, and ensure service standards and contractual compliance are maintained.

Job Opportunity: Azure DevOps Support & Training Specialist Location: Derby (5 days per week, on-site) Clearance: Must hold valid SC clearance Nationality Requirement: British nationals only (no dual nationality permitted) About the Role We are seeking an Azure DevOps Support & Training Specialist to join our clients team in Derby. This role is critical in supporting, maintaining, and enabling the use of Azure DevOps across the organisation, while ensuring operational excellence and knowledge sharing. This is a secure site role , requiring valid SC clearance and strict eligibility criteria. Key Responsibilities Setup & Training: Creation of Azure DevOps Knowledge Base articles on ServiceNow. Delivery of high-level base training and enablement for Azure DevOps concepts. Support & BAU Activities: Provision of Azure DevOps support services, including updates, patching, and security fixes. Operational support for Azure DevOps usage (configuring pipelines, resolving tickets, addressing queries). Discovery and documentation of the existing environment and configuration. Knowledge & Process Improvement: Issue logging and knowledge article creation. Quarterly ticket volume analysis to drive continuous improvement. Requirements Valid SC clearance (mandatory). British nationality only (no dual nationals permitted). Proven experience in Azure DevOps support, configuration, and training. Strong documentation and knowledge management skills. Familiarity with ServiceNow for knowledge base creation.

3rd Line Analyst (Wintel/AD Specialist) Location: Remote with occasional visits to Derby Contract: 12-month FTC Clearance: Current SC clearance (or above) required - no dual nationality Day Rate: up to £500 - £550 Role Purpose We are seeking an experienced 3rd Line Analyst to join our team, specialising in Wintel and Active Directory environments . You will be responsible for resolving complex technical incidents, supporting a large-scale hybrid infrastructure, and ensuring service excellence across authentication, authorisation, and access services. This role combines business-as-usual support with the opportunity to contribute to solution design and implementation. Key Responsibilities Technical (80%) Respond to incidents and service calls, ensuring SLA targets are consistently met. Deliver higher First Time Fix rates and resolve escalated technical issues. Monitor call queues, liaise with specialist teams, and drive timely resolution. Provide operational support for Microsoft Windows Server, Active Directory, Entra ID, VMware/Hyper-V, and Azure. Manage identity services including Authentication, Federation, and Access Control. Support Windows networking services (DNS, DHCP) and anti-virus solutions. Troubleshoot hybrid infrastructure environments. Create and maintain accurate operational documentation. Administration (20%) Maintain incident records and reporting in ITSM systems. Contribute to SLA reporting and performance metrics. Participate in team/sector meetings and knowledge sharing sessions. Ensure compliance with customer and security policies. Required Skills & Experience 5+ years' experience supporting large hybrid IT environments. 3+ years working with Microsoft Windows Server (all current versions), Active Directory, Entra ID, VMware/Hyper-V. Current SC clearance (or higher) . Strong understanding of ITIL Service Operations (Incident, Request, Problem, Change). Proficiency in PowerShell for automation and reporting. Relevant technical certifications (Microsoft, VMware, Azure). Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively. Desired Skills (Advantageous) In-depth 3rd Line Support experience resolving complex incidents. Modern device management (Intune, Workspace One). Azure PIM & Identity Governance. Microsoft Certifications (eg, AZ-800/801, SC-300). Strong Active Directory deployment, configuration, and troubleshooting experience. Knowledge of enterprise app deployment and conditional access policies. Familiarity with converged technologies (Simplivity, UCS). Personal Attributes Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Organised, systematic, and detail-oriented. Effective interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels. Self-driven, adaptable, and collaborative in approach.

DevSecOps Engineer (Contract) Rate: £500 - £550 Duration: 6 months - Inside IR35 Location: 3 days onsite in Sheffield, Birmingham, or Edinburgh We are seeking an experienced DevSecOps Engineer to support automation-hosted services teams in strengthening their security posture. This role is ideal for someone with a strong background in DevSecOps environments, who can provide both assessment and guidance without being directly responsible for remediation delivery. Key Responsibilities Assess security infrastructure across automation services, including cloud workstreams, Kubernetes, and on-premises environments. Conduct in-depth security analyses to map the current security estate. Create and plan remediation work processes (implementation will be handled by delivery teams). Produce clear process documentation to support remediation activities. Act as a subject matter expert within DevSecOps, providing insight and recommendations. Skills & Experience Strong expertise in DevSecOps practices within complex technology environments. Hands-on experience with automation services, Kubernetes, and/or hybrid on-prem/cloud infrastructure . Proven ability to conduct security analysis, gap assessments, and threat modelling . Excellent documentation and process design skills. Comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders and technical teams.

Technical Author (Contract) Rate: £425 - £460 all-in Duration: 6 months - Inside IR35 Location: 3 days onsite in Sheffield, Birmingham, or Edinburgh We are looking for a Technical Author to work alongside DevSecOps Engineers, translating technical findings into clear, concise documentation and presentations for senior security leadership. This role suits someone who thrives on bringing structure and clarity to complex information. Key Responsibilities Partner with DevSecOps Engineers to develop documentation, presentations, and reports. Translate highly technical concepts into clear, accessible content for both technical and non-technical audiences. Maintain and improve process documentation, technical manuals, and security reporting. Create professional, engaging presentations for senior stakeholders. Contribute to knowledge-sharing practices, ensuring accuracy and consistency across materials. Skills & Experience Proven background as a Technical Author/Writer in IT, DevOps, or cybersecurity. Proficient with Jira and Confluence (or similar documentation tools). Strong communication skills with the ability to simplify complex technical language. Experience developing presentations and structured documentation for senior leadership. Collaborative and detail-oriented, able to work closely with engineers and stakeholders.

Job Title: 2nd Line Network Engineer Key Accountabilities & Decision Ownership: During the installation phase you will be responsible for: Raising the necessary financial orders for equipment suppliers and tracking delivery of network elements Managing delivery of equipment to POP sites Installation and commissioning of all equipment and cabling within PoP sites with the exception of DC power Configuration, testing and bringing into service of network equipment End to end testing of the service to confirm network integrity The ongoing support will require you to: Respond to fault escalations from both the Network and Service Operations Centres Liaise with equipment and service suppliers along with, where necessary, end customers in order to resolve network incidents Escalate incidents to third line support in a timely manner in order to expedite fault resolution where no clear path to resolution is apparent Core Competencies, Knowledge & Experience: Demonstrable experience of data communications equipment installation Proven track record of configuring and supporting layer 2 and 3 communication protocols Juniper Certification(s) in either Enterprise or Service Provider Routing and Switching, or equivalent Understanding of FTTH architecture and the network elements on which it is built Skilled communicator with experience working directly with end customers of a service.

WNTD are looking for multiple full stack python developers to join our client a global financial services organisation Accountabilities: - Knowledge and experience of all stages of software development in highly agile working environment.  - Experience of design, development, testing and deployment of web applications on a cloud environment. Exposure to at-least one cloud based implementation will be desirable. - Hands-on development experience using advanced Javascript Frameworks like ReactJs, NodeJS - Experience and knowledge of code versioning tools ie GIT, SVN, in Object Oriented Analysis and design using common design patterns. - Experience in BDD and writing automated test cases, desired experience of tools like cucumber, selenium. - Experience in managing and maintaining Dev-ops pipelines and development automation. - Unit and functional test automation and delivery. Skills And Qualifications - Knowledge and experience of all stages of software development in highly agile working environment. - Hands on experience in designing and developing applications using Python and Javascript, NodeJS, webpack, Chef, Jenkins and Multithreading. - Excellent knowledge of Relational Databases, SQL. Familiarity with some ORM (Object Relational Mapper) libraries.