Work on Technology That Protects What Matters At SiXworks, we build secure digital solutions that support Defence and National Security missions. Our teams work on complex problems where reliability, security, and speed of innovation matter. We're looking for a Network Engineer who enjoys solving difficult technical challenges and wants their work to have real operational impact. What You'll Do As a Network Engineer, you'll help design, build, and deliver secure digital solutions in highly secure environments. You'll work alongside engineers, architects, and delivery specialists to develop technology that enables faster, safer decision making for critical operations. Do you feel as comfortable building and supporting production LANs as you do global WANs? Can you implement firewall rules from an application's bespoke requirements? Are you a tinkerer able to lab and POC new technologies while also able to be a CLI-jockey? Do you want to work in an organisation working on latest technologies and incorporating solutions in an innovative way? Are you ready to learn about Secure by Design methodologies from a company working in National Security & Defence? What We're Looking For We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don't need to tick every box, but we're particularly interested in people with skills/experience in: Implementation and Support of Wide Area Network Architecture Software Defined Wide Area Network Network Routing Protocols - OSPF, BGP Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and Network Security Infrastructure - e.g. IKEv2, NGFWs Creating configuration guides and implementing from High Level and Low Level Designs Desirable Solid networking foundation and principles Multi Vendor Switching Firewalling techniques & Hardware - Multi vendor preferred WAN Technologies Understanding of working in protectively marked environments. Ability to work with our customers in an efficient and professional manner Able to work on the fly with limited support / access to problem solving materials. Implementation and Support of Data Centre Network Architecture - Spine/Leaf Fabric, EVPN, BGP, Geneve High Assurance IP Encryptors (HAIPE) Infrastructure Automation and Orchestration technologies (e.g. Ansible, Terraform etc.) Whitebox Network Infrastructure (e.g. Mellanox, Cumulus Linux, Nvidia Networking) Support and Troubleshooting of NSX Cisco CCNP or equivalent experience Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered. Benefits We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance, Generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), Bonus and Professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open break out spaces. A word on UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK ()
22/05/2026
Full time
Work on Technology That Protects What Matters At SiXworks, we build secure digital solutions that support Defence and National Security missions. Our teams work on complex problems where reliability, security, and speed of innovation matter. We're looking for a Network Engineer who enjoys solving difficult technical challenges and wants their work to have real operational impact. What You'll Do As a Network Engineer, you'll help design, build, and deliver secure digital solutions in highly secure environments. You'll work alongside engineers, architects, and delivery specialists to develop technology that enables faster, safer decision making for critical operations. Do you feel as comfortable building and supporting production LANs as you do global WANs? Can you implement firewall rules from an application's bespoke requirements? Are you a tinkerer able to lab and POC new technologies while also able to be a CLI-jockey? Do you want to work in an organisation working on latest technologies and incorporating solutions in an innovative way? Are you ready to learn about Secure by Design methodologies from a company working in National Security & Defence? What We're Looking For We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don't need to tick every box, but we're particularly interested in people with skills/experience in: Implementation and Support of Wide Area Network Architecture Software Defined Wide Area Network Network Routing Protocols - OSPF, BGP Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) and Network Security Infrastructure - e.g. IKEv2, NGFWs Creating configuration guides and implementing from High Level and Low Level Designs Desirable Solid networking foundation and principles Multi Vendor Switching Firewalling techniques & Hardware - Multi vendor preferred WAN Technologies Understanding of working in protectively marked environments. Ability to work with our customers in an efficient and professional manner Able to work on the fly with limited support / access to problem solving materials. Implementation and Support of Data Centre Network Architecture - Spine/Leaf Fabric, EVPN, BGP, Geneve High Assurance IP Encryptors (HAIPE) Infrastructure Automation and Orchestration technologies (e.g. Ansible, Terraform etc.) Whitebox Network Infrastructure (e.g. Mellanox, Cumulus Linux, Nvidia Networking) Support and Troubleshooting of NSX Cisco CCNP or equivalent experience Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered. Benefits We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance, Generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), Bonus and Professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open break out spaces. A word on UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK ()
A leading technology firm based in Farnborough, UK, is seeking a Network Engineer to design and deliver secure digital solutions. The role involves collaborating with engineers to create technology that supports Defence and National Security missions. Candidates should have experience with Wide Area Networks, VPNs, and security infrastructure. Benefits include competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, private medical cover, and more. Security Clearance eligibility is required for this position.
22/05/2026
Full time
A leading technology firm based in Farnborough, UK, is seeking a Network Engineer to design and deliver secure digital solutions. The role involves collaborating with engineers to create technology that supports Defence and National Security missions. Candidates should have experience with Wide Area Networks, VPNs, and security infrastructure. Benefits include competitive salary, 25 days annual leave, private medical cover, and more. Security Clearance eligibility is required for this position.
Responsibilities Involved in the development of a diverse range of projects. Active part of the development team. Helping shape and expand Agile working practices. Working with complex systems and applications. Analyse requirements and user stories and help provide acceptance criteria. Feed into non-functional testing requirements. Exploratory testing. Communication with the development team and project stakeholders. Reporting on test outcomes at the level required for the project. Test gap analysis - identifying scenarios to be tested and/or automated. Ensuring quality of products as they move from prototype / proof of concept into Production. Requirements and skills A passion for testing. Excellent communication skills. Experience with Agile methodology and exploratory testing. Excellent documentation skills. Working knowledge of testing tools and test management software. Versatility, analytical mind and problem-solving aptitude. Strong organisational skills. Willingness to undergo Security Clearance. Please mention if you have: Test automation experience. Performance testing experience. Security testing experience. About SiXworks SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail-safe-fast cutting-edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments. We are unified in our mission to accelerate innovation and adoption of secure, digital technology to improve the operational agility of Defence and National Security. This is an exciting time for us, we have ambitious plans for continued growth and development, and we are seeking to add brilliant, experienced, motivated, and passionate people to our team to work with us on this journey. Why join SiXworks? Our team is a fusion of brilliance, featuring senior operational, technical, and business leaders from various industries and the armed forces. We're also powered by a league of extraordinary IT engineers, architects, developers, and project managers. Together, we're an unstoppable force of digital innovation! SiXworks' expertise includes Secure-by-Design, cloud computing, advanced network and infrastructure design, rapid application development, cross-security domain systems, multi-tenanted High-Performance Compute, multi-source data platforms, cyber vulnerability mitigation, and intelligence systems. We provide supplier-agnostic, technical, and business consultancy to customers while championing open-source and best-of-breed technologies. What can we offer in return? SiXworks offers a unique work culture around our core principles Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and Inclusivity. Together, these six principles form SiXworks'NORTH STAR, guiding the organisation towards success. This is reflected in the raft of benefits available to all our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays. Private Medical Insurance. Life Assurance Scheme. Contributory pension scheme. Professional Development opportunities. Cycle to Work scheme. Perks at Work scheme. Contributory company pension. Discretionary Bonus scheme. Secure, on-site parking, cafe, restaurant, and gym facilities. Casual dress. Free hot and cold drinks in our own, modern kitchen/break-out. A word on UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have, or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK () Notice SiXworks recognises the benefits of Reserve service to Country, Company and individual. We support Reservists and actively encourage them to apply. We are not considering submissions from agencies.
22/05/2026
Full time
Responsibilities Involved in the development of a diverse range of projects. Active part of the development team. Helping shape and expand Agile working practices. Working with complex systems and applications. Analyse requirements and user stories and help provide acceptance criteria. Feed into non-functional testing requirements. Exploratory testing. Communication with the development team and project stakeholders. Reporting on test outcomes at the level required for the project. Test gap analysis - identifying scenarios to be tested and/or automated. Ensuring quality of products as they move from prototype / proof of concept into Production. Requirements and skills A passion for testing. Excellent communication skills. Experience with Agile methodology and exploratory testing. Excellent documentation skills. Working knowledge of testing tools and test management software. Versatility, analytical mind and problem-solving aptitude. Strong organisational skills. Willingness to undergo Security Clearance. Please mention if you have: Test automation experience. Performance testing experience. Security testing experience. About SiXworks SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail-safe-fast cutting-edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments. We are unified in our mission to accelerate innovation and adoption of secure, digital technology to improve the operational agility of Defence and National Security. This is an exciting time for us, we have ambitious plans for continued growth and development, and we are seeking to add brilliant, experienced, motivated, and passionate people to our team to work with us on this journey. Why join SiXworks? Our team is a fusion of brilliance, featuring senior operational, technical, and business leaders from various industries and the armed forces. We're also powered by a league of extraordinary IT engineers, architects, developers, and project managers. Together, we're an unstoppable force of digital innovation! SiXworks' expertise includes Secure-by-Design, cloud computing, advanced network and infrastructure design, rapid application development, cross-security domain systems, multi-tenanted High-Performance Compute, multi-source data platforms, cyber vulnerability mitigation, and intelligence systems. We provide supplier-agnostic, technical, and business consultancy to customers while championing open-source and best-of-breed technologies. What can we offer in return? SiXworks offers a unique work culture around our core principles Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and Inclusivity. Together, these six principles form SiXworks'NORTH STAR, guiding the organisation towards success. This is reflected in the raft of benefits available to all our employees. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays. Private Medical Insurance. Life Assurance Scheme. Contributory pension scheme. Professional Development opportunities. Cycle to Work scheme. Perks at Work scheme. Contributory company pension. Discretionary Bonus scheme. Secure, on-site parking, cafe, restaurant, and gym facilities. Casual dress. Free hot and cold drinks in our own, modern kitchen/break-out. A word on UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have, or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK () Notice SiXworks recognises the benefits of Reserve service to Country, Company and individual. We support Reservists and actively encourage them to apply. We are not considering submissions from agencies.
A secure digital solutions provider in Farnborough seeks an enthusiastic tester to join their team. Responsibilities include participating in diverse development projects, ensuring product quality, and maintaining communication with the development team. Ideal candidates will have strong communication abilities, experience in Agile methodology, and a passion for testing. They offer a competitive salary along with benefits such as private medical insurance and a robust professional development program.
22/05/2026
Full time
A secure digital solutions provider in Farnborough seeks an enthusiastic tester to join their team. Responsibilities include participating in diverse development projects, ensuring product quality, and maintaining communication with the development team. Ideal candidates will have strong communication abilities, experience in Agile methodology, and a passion for testing. They offer a competitive salary along with benefits such as private medical insurance and a robust professional development program.
What You'll Do As a Technical Project Manager, you will lead the development and evolution of SiXworks' internal secure IT platform, ensuring it is robust, scalable, and capable of becoming a marketable product offering for external customers. This role combines technical delivery, strategic investment management, and innovation leadership, driving SiXworks' position as a leading IT innovator within the Defence and Security sector. Your work may include: Project Leadership & Delivery Deliver technical IT projects to time, cost, and quality, ensuring all outcomes are secure by design. Manage the development lifecycle of the internal secure IT platform, from requirements to release. Plan projects comprehensively and realistically, establishing clear milestones, budgets and delivery expectations. Ensure projects are resourced appropriately and delivered responsively, flexibly, and efficiently. Apply the most appropriate project methodology and adapt governance as needed for agile, technical environments. Lead and maintain robust project governance, including forecasting, reporting, and risk management. Oversee project contracts, schedules, resources, equipment, and information. Technical & Security Awareness Maintain a good understanding of relevant technologies, secure architectures, and solution options. Ensure internal platforms and developments meet the security requirements expected in MOD secure environments. Work closely with engineering and security teams to ensure compliance with best practices and accreditation pathways. Internal Investment & Commercialisation Manage and prioritise internal investment initiatives that contribute to the secure IT platform and related innovations. Work with stakeholders to shape internal R&D concepts into commercially viable offerings. Ensure that platform development aligns with potential customer needs and market opportunities. Contribute to business cases and investment proposals for capabilities that may be sold to other organisations. Support early stage proofs of concept and demonstrators, ensuring they are positioned for future commercial adoption. Stakeholder Engagement & Team Leadership Build strong relationships with internal customers, understanding operational and business needs. Direct and motivate project teams, ensuring they remain engaged, informed, and aligned. Promote knowledge sharing and collaboration across project teams and technical groups. Foster a happy, fulfilling working environment and ensure fair and equal treatment of all employees and associates. Assist with recruitment, selection, and capability development. Strategic Contribution Contribute to SiXworks' wider strategy in business growth, innovation, and secure technology development. Maintain and develop professional and technical knowledge of relevant technologies, methodologies, and security domains. Build trust and long-term relationships with directors, colleagues, suppliers, partners, and clients. Maintain (at least) SC level clearance. What We're Looking For We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don't need to tick every box, but we're particularly interested in people with skills/experience in: Significant industry experience delivering technical projects within MOD secure environments. Experience developing and maturing internally funded IT capabilities into commercially viable offerings. Strong technical awareness of secure IT platforms, system architectures, and security principles. Excellent analytical skills, able to evaluate data, options, and performance metrics. Ability to operate at pace and manage multiple high priority initiatives. Demonstrable experience selecting and applying project methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Hybrid). Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills. Outstanding organisational, leadership, and motivational abilities. Excellent attention to detail and time management skills. Strong decision making capability, informed by both technical and commercial considerations. Benefits We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance, Generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), Bonus and Professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open break out spaces. A word on UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK ()
22/05/2026
Full time
What You'll Do As a Technical Project Manager, you will lead the development and evolution of SiXworks' internal secure IT platform, ensuring it is robust, scalable, and capable of becoming a marketable product offering for external customers. This role combines technical delivery, strategic investment management, and innovation leadership, driving SiXworks' position as a leading IT innovator within the Defence and Security sector. Your work may include: Project Leadership & Delivery Deliver technical IT projects to time, cost, and quality, ensuring all outcomes are secure by design. Manage the development lifecycle of the internal secure IT platform, from requirements to release. Plan projects comprehensively and realistically, establishing clear milestones, budgets and delivery expectations. Ensure projects are resourced appropriately and delivered responsively, flexibly, and efficiently. Apply the most appropriate project methodology and adapt governance as needed for agile, technical environments. Lead and maintain robust project governance, including forecasting, reporting, and risk management. Oversee project contracts, schedules, resources, equipment, and information. Technical & Security Awareness Maintain a good understanding of relevant technologies, secure architectures, and solution options. Ensure internal platforms and developments meet the security requirements expected in MOD secure environments. Work closely with engineering and security teams to ensure compliance with best practices and accreditation pathways. Internal Investment & Commercialisation Manage and prioritise internal investment initiatives that contribute to the secure IT platform and related innovations. Work with stakeholders to shape internal R&D concepts into commercially viable offerings. Ensure that platform development aligns with potential customer needs and market opportunities. Contribute to business cases and investment proposals for capabilities that may be sold to other organisations. Support early stage proofs of concept and demonstrators, ensuring they are positioned for future commercial adoption. Stakeholder Engagement & Team Leadership Build strong relationships with internal customers, understanding operational and business needs. Direct and motivate project teams, ensuring they remain engaged, informed, and aligned. Promote knowledge sharing and collaboration across project teams and technical groups. Foster a happy, fulfilling working environment and ensure fair and equal treatment of all employees and associates. Assist with recruitment, selection, and capability development. Strategic Contribution Contribute to SiXworks' wider strategy in business growth, innovation, and secure technology development. Maintain and develop professional and technical knowledge of relevant technologies, methodologies, and security domains. Build trust and long-term relationships with directors, colleagues, suppliers, partners, and clients. Maintain (at least) SC level clearance. What We're Looking For We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don't need to tick every box, but we're particularly interested in people with skills/experience in: Significant industry experience delivering technical projects within MOD secure environments. Experience developing and maturing internally funded IT capabilities into commercially viable offerings. Strong technical awareness of secure IT platforms, system architectures, and security principles. Excellent analytical skills, able to evaluate data, options, and performance metrics. Ability to operate at pace and manage multiple high priority initiatives. Demonstrable experience selecting and applying project methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, Hybrid). Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills. Outstanding organisational, leadership, and motivational abilities. Excellent attention to detail and time management skills. Strong decision making capability, informed by both technical and commercial considerations. Benefits We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance, Generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), Bonus and Professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open break out spaces. A word on UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK ()
SiXworks is seeking a VMWare Engineer in Farnborough, England, to design and deliver secure digital solutions. Your role will involve deploying VMware Cloud Foundation and collaborating with network engineers and system administrators for comprehensive IT infrastructure management. Join us for an exciting opportunity where you will innovate and tackle complex challenges in a supportive, growth-oriented environment. Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance.
21/05/2026
Full time
SiXworks is seeking a VMWare Engineer in Farnborough, England, to design and deliver secure digital solutions. Your role will involve deploying VMware Cloud Foundation and collaborating with network engineers and system administrators for comprehensive IT infrastructure management. Join us for an exciting opportunity where you will innovate and tackle complex challenges in a supportive, growth-oriented environment. Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance.
Work on Technology That Protects What Matters At SiXworks, we build secure digital solutions that support Defence and National Security missions. Our teams work on complex problems where reliability, security, and speed of innovation matter. We're looking for an Infrastructure Engineer who enjoys solving difficult technical challenges and wants their work to have real operational impact. What You'll Do As an Infrastructure Engineer, you'll help design, build, and deliver secure digital solutions in highly secure environments. You'll work alongside engineers, architects, and delivery specialists to develop technology that enables faster, safer decision making for critical operations. Your work may include: Maintain, improve, and secure SiXworks' multi classification, virtualised, collaboration and development environments. Work with IT infrastructure colleagues to improve SiXworks' 'Secure by Design' capabilities, internally and across its projects. Provide Infrastructure support to SiXworks' public cloud SaaS offerings (Office 365) as well as project based systems (public, private and hybrid clouds) in implementation and support lifecycles. Perform maintenance tasks on the infrastructure through change control. Assist with monitoring and management of SiXworks' and project based ticketing and alerting systems for new changes and security alerts. Triage monitoring alerts and perform appropriate action. Maintain monitoring components in line with infrastructure developments. Ensure all platforms are patched in line with provider recommendations and SiXworks security policy. Quickly and accurately assess impact of incidents, initiate return to service and ensure follow up actions are completed. Identify trends and problems and plan changes to improve stability and performance. Maintain cutting edge knowledge and skills in the design and build of secure public, private and hybrid cloud and network technologies. Develop personal knowledge through study/research toward vocational certifications in relevant technologies/vendors. Advise customers and project teams on infrastructure and support aspects. Cascade knowledge through knowledge articles for the team and wider organisation. What We're Looking For We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don't need to tick every box, but we're particularly interested in people with skills/experience in: Windows Server 2016+ administration. VMware vSphere/vCenter/VCF.Azure/Microsoft 365 administration. Linux (CentOS/RedHat/Ubuntu). PowerShell. EUD provisioning (Autopilot), maintenance, patching and hardening. SSO - concepts and operation. Understanding of working in protectively marked environments. Kubernetes administration e.g. VMware TKGI DevSec. Ops Tooling Elastic Nessus. Application Packaging. HashiCorp. Terraform. HashiCorp. Vault. Experience working in Agile sprints. Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered. About SiXworks SiXworks is a specialist digital innovation partner delivering secure, mission critical technology to Defence and National Security organisations. We focus on digital experimentation, secure by design architecture, cloud technologies, and rapid application development to help our customers move faster and stay ahead of evolving challenges. Our team combines expertise from across technology, business, and operational backgrounds including the armed forces creating a collaborative environment where practical thinking and innovation thrive. Why Join Us Our culture is guided by six principles: Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and Inclusivity our North Star for how we work. SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail safe fast cutting edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments. As an end to end digital innovation and delivery partner, we turn complex challenges into mission critical digital advantages. This is a thrilling time for us, with ambitious plans for growth. We are looking for brilliant, experienced, driven and self motivated people to join the team on our journey. A word on UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK () Interested? Please apply!
21/05/2026
Full time
Work on Technology That Protects What Matters At SiXworks, we build secure digital solutions that support Defence and National Security missions. Our teams work on complex problems where reliability, security, and speed of innovation matter. We're looking for an Infrastructure Engineer who enjoys solving difficult technical challenges and wants their work to have real operational impact. What You'll Do As an Infrastructure Engineer, you'll help design, build, and deliver secure digital solutions in highly secure environments. You'll work alongside engineers, architects, and delivery specialists to develop technology that enables faster, safer decision making for critical operations. Your work may include: Maintain, improve, and secure SiXworks' multi classification, virtualised, collaboration and development environments. Work with IT infrastructure colleagues to improve SiXworks' 'Secure by Design' capabilities, internally and across its projects. Provide Infrastructure support to SiXworks' public cloud SaaS offerings (Office 365) as well as project based systems (public, private and hybrid clouds) in implementation and support lifecycles. Perform maintenance tasks on the infrastructure through change control. Assist with monitoring and management of SiXworks' and project based ticketing and alerting systems for new changes and security alerts. Triage monitoring alerts and perform appropriate action. Maintain monitoring components in line with infrastructure developments. Ensure all platforms are patched in line with provider recommendations and SiXworks security policy. Quickly and accurately assess impact of incidents, initiate return to service and ensure follow up actions are completed. Identify trends and problems and plan changes to improve stability and performance. Maintain cutting edge knowledge and skills in the design and build of secure public, private and hybrid cloud and network technologies. Develop personal knowledge through study/research toward vocational certifications in relevant technologies/vendors. Advise customers and project teams on infrastructure and support aspects. Cascade knowledge through knowledge articles for the team and wider organisation. What We're Looking For We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don't need to tick every box, but we're particularly interested in people with skills/experience in: Windows Server 2016+ administration. VMware vSphere/vCenter/VCF.Azure/Microsoft 365 administration. Linux (CentOS/RedHat/Ubuntu). PowerShell. EUD provisioning (Autopilot), maintenance, patching and hardening. SSO - concepts and operation. Understanding of working in protectively marked environments. Kubernetes administration e.g. VMware TKGI DevSec. Ops Tooling Elastic Nessus. Application Packaging. HashiCorp. Terraform. HashiCorp. Vault. Experience working in Agile sprints. Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered. About SiXworks SiXworks is a specialist digital innovation partner delivering secure, mission critical technology to Defence and National Security organisations. We focus on digital experimentation, secure by design architecture, cloud technologies, and rapid application development to help our customers move faster and stay ahead of evolving challenges. Our team combines expertise from across technology, business, and operational backgrounds including the armed forces creating a collaborative environment where practical thinking and innovation thrive. Why Join Us Our culture is guided by six principles: Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and Inclusivity our North Star for how we work. SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail safe fast cutting edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments. As an end to end digital innovation and delivery partner, we turn complex challenges into mission critical digital advantages. This is a thrilling time for us, with ambitious plans for growth. We are looking for brilliant, experienced, driven and self motivated people to join the team on our journey. A word on UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK () Interested? Please apply!
What You'll Do As a VMWare Engineer, you'll help design, build, and deliver secure digital solutions in highly secure environments. You'll work alongside engineers, architects, and delivery specialists to develop technology that enables faster, safer decision-making for critical operations. What We're Looking For We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don't need to tick every box, but we're particularly interested in people with skills/experience in: VCF Management Deployment and Configuration: Demonstrated experience in deploying and configuring VMware Cloud Foundation, encompassing vSphere, NSX, and vSAN integration. Patch and Upgrade Management: Proficiency in managing VCF patching and upgrading processes to ensure a continuously up-to-date environment. Availability and Disaster Recovery: Proven expertise in implementing High Availability (HA) and disaster recovery strategies within the VCF environment. Tanzu Implementation Kubernetes Integration: Hands on experience in integrating VMware Tanzu into a virtualization environment to orchestrate Kubernetes clusters within vSphere. Container Management: A strong understanding of containerised applications and their management using Tanzu, with a focus on scalability and efficiency. Security and Compliance: Familiarity with security best practices for Tanzu clusters and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. vROps Optimization Performance Monitoring: Demonstrated ability to proactively monitor the health and performance of a virtualised environment using vRealize Operations Manager. Capacity Planning: Proven expertise in conducting capacity planning and resource optimisation, efficiently allocating resources and reducing costs. Custom Dashboard Creation: Experience in designing and creating custom dashboards within vROps to provide real time insights into infrastructure performance. Cross Functional Collaboration Collaborative work with network engineers, system administrators, and security experts to ensure a holistic approach to IT infrastructure management and to provide comprehensive solutions tailored to specific client requirements. Ability to conduct knowledge sharing sessions and provide training to internal teams and clients to enhance their understanding of VCF, Tanzu, and vROps functionalities. Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered. About SiXworks SiXworks is a specialist digital innovation partner delivering secure, mission critical technology to Defence and National Security organisations. We focus on digital experimentation, secure by design architecture, cloud technologies, and rapid application development to help our customers move faster and stay ahead of evolving challenges. Our team combines expertise from across technology, business, and operational backgrounds including the armed forces creating a collaborative environment where practical thinking and innovation thrive. Why Join Us Our culture is guided by six principles: Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and Inclusivity our North Star for how we work. SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail safe fast cutting edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments. As an end to end digital innovation and delivery partner, we turn complex challenges into mission critical digital advantages. This is a thrilling time for us, with ambitious plans for growth. We are looking for brilliant, experienced, driven and self motivated people to join the team on our journey. Benefits We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance, Generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), Bonus and Professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open break out spaces. UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain the highest level of Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK () Please apply!
21/05/2026
Full time
What You'll Do As a VMWare Engineer, you'll help design, build, and deliver secure digital solutions in highly secure environments. You'll work alongside engineers, architects, and delivery specialists to develop technology that enables faster, safer decision-making for critical operations. What We're Looking For We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don't need to tick every box, but we're particularly interested in people with skills/experience in: VCF Management Deployment and Configuration: Demonstrated experience in deploying and configuring VMware Cloud Foundation, encompassing vSphere, NSX, and vSAN integration. Patch and Upgrade Management: Proficiency in managing VCF patching and upgrading processes to ensure a continuously up-to-date environment. Availability and Disaster Recovery: Proven expertise in implementing High Availability (HA) and disaster recovery strategies within the VCF environment. Tanzu Implementation Kubernetes Integration: Hands on experience in integrating VMware Tanzu into a virtualization environment to orchestrate Kubernetes clusters within vSphere. Container Management: A strong understanding of containerised applications and their management using Tanzu, with a focus on scalability and efficiency. Security and Compliance: Familiarity with security best practices for Tanzu clusters and ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations. vROps Optimization Performance Monitoring: Demonstrated ability to proactively monitor the health and performance of a virtualised environment using vRealize Operations Manager. Capacity Planning: Proven expertise in conducting capacity planning and resource optimisation, efficiently allocating resources and reducing costs. Custom Dashboard Creation: Experience in designing and creating custom dashboards within vROps to provide real time insights into infrastructure performance. Cross Functional Collaboration Collaborative work with network engineers, system administrators, and security experts to ensure a holistic approach to IT infrastructure management and to provide comprehensive solutions tailored to specific client requirements. Ability to conduct knowledge sharing sessions and provide training to internal teams and clients to enhance their understanding of VCF, Tanzu, and vROps functionalities. Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered. About SiXworks SiXworks is a specialist digital innovation partner delivering secure, mission critical technology to Defence and National Security organisations. We focus on digital experimentation, secure by design architecture, cloud technologies, and rapid application development to help our customers move faster and stay ahead of evolving challenges. Our team combines expertise from across technology, business, and operational backgrounds including the armed forces creating a collaborative environment where practical thinking and innovation thrive. Why Join Us Our culture is guided by six principles: Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and Inclusivity our North Star for how we work. SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail safe fast cutting edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments. As an end to end digital innovation and delivery partner, we turn complex challenges into mission critical digital advantages. This is a thrilling time for us, with ambitious plans for growth. We are looking for brilliant, experienced, driven and self motivated people to join the team on our journey. Benefits We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance, Generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), Bonus and Professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open break out spaces. UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain the highest level of Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK () Please apply!
SiXworks is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer in Farnborough, UK, to develop secure digital solutions for Defence and National Security missions. You will work with a collaborative team to solve complex technical challenges and ensure operational impact. The ideal candidate will have experience with Windows Server, VMware, Linux, and Kubernetes. The position involves improving and maintaining SiXworks' secure environments and providing infrastructure support. Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance.
21/05/2026
Full time
SiXworks is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer in Farnborough, UK, to develop secure digital solutions for Defence and National Security missions. You will work with a collaborative team to solve complex technical challenges and ensure operational impact. The ideal candidate will have experience with Windows Server, VMware, Linux, and Kubernetes. The position involves improving and maintaining SiXworks' secure environments and providing infrastructure support. Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance.
Work on Technology That Protects What Matters At SiXworks, we build secure digital solutions that support Defence and National Security missions. Our teams work on complex problems where reliability, security, and speed of innovation matter. We're looking for a Software Engineer who enjoys solving difficult technical challenges and wants their work to have real operational impact. This role requires occasional visits to Herefordshire. What You'll Do As a Software Engineer, you'll help design, build, and deliver secure digital solutions in highly secure environments. You'll work alongside engineers, architects, and delivery specialists to develop technology that enables faster, safer decision making for critical operations. Your work may include: Collaborate with the development team to design, develop, and maintain software solutions. Develop reliable applications in Kotlin Jetpack Compose for Android. Utilise GIT for version control and ensure efficient code management and collaboration. Design and implement backend solutions using either Rust, Python, or Go, ensuring robustness and scalability (e.g. writing web APIs). Utilise Docker for containerisation to streamline deployment processes and ensure consistency across environments. Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate software delivery and deployment. Write clean, efficient, and well documented code following industry best practices. Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to team members. Stay updated with the latest technologies, trends, and best practices in software development. What We're Looking For We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don't need to tick every box, but we're particularly interested in people with skills and experience in: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Strong proficiency in GIT for version control and collaborative development. Proficiency in Android Kotlin front end development. Happy to develop PoC applications where requirements may change rapidly and rework is common. Familiarity with backend development languages such as Rust, Python, or Go. Solid understanding of software development principles (MVVM, UDF), Web APIs, standards (e.g. OpenAPI), and data structures. Experience with Docker for containerisation and deployment. Knowledge of DevOps processes, including CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks. Strong communication and collaboration abilities within a team environment. Ability to adapt to a fast paced, dynamic work environment and learn new technologies quickly. Comfortable with developing in a secure environment (on remote developer environments, VMs etc). Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered. We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance, Generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), Bonus and Professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open break out spaces. A word on UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK
17/05/2026
Full time
Work on Technology That Protects What Matters At SiXworks, we build secure digital solutions that support Defence and National Security missions. Our teams work on complex problems where reliability, security, and speed of innovation matter. We're looking for a Software Engineer who enjoys solving difficult technical challenges and wants their work to have real operational impact. This role requires occasional visits to Herefordshire. What You'll Do As a Software Engineer, you'll help design, build, and deliver secure digital solutions in highly secure environments. You'll work alongside engineers, architects, and delivery specialists to develop technology that enables faster, safer decision making for critical operations. Your work may include: Collaborate with the development team to design, develop, and maintain software solutions. Develop reliable applications in Kotlin Jetpack Compose for Android. Utilise GIT for version control and ensure efficient code management and collaboration. Design and implement backend solutions using either Rust, Python, or Go, ensuring robustness and scalability (e.g. writing web APIs). Utilise Docker for containerisation to streamline deployment processes and ensure consistency across environments. Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines to automate software delivery and deployment. Write clean, efficient, and well documented code following industry best practices. Participate in code reviews, providing constructive feedback to team members. Stay updated with the latest technologies, trends, and best practices in software development. What We're Looking For We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don't need to tick every box, but we're particularly interested in people with skills and experience in: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Strong proficiency in GIT for version control and collaborative development. Proficiency in Android Kotlin front end development. Happy to develop PoC applications where requirements may change rapidly and rework is common. Familiarity with backend development languages such as Rust, Python, or Go. Solid understanding of software development principles (MVVM, UDF), Web APIs, standards (e.g. OpenAPI), and data structures. Experience with Docker for containerisation and deployment. Knowledge of DevOps processes, including CI/CD pipelines and automated testing frameworks. Strong communication and collaboration abilities within a team environment. Ability to adapt to a fast paced, dynamic work environment and learn new technologies quickly. Comfortable with developing in a secure environment (on remote developer environments, VMs etc). Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered. We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance, Generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), Bonus and Professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open break out spaces. A word on UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK
SiXworks in Cheltenham is searching for a Software Engineer to work on secure digital solutions supporting Defence and National Security. The role involves designing and building applications in Kotlin Jetpack Compose, implementing backend solutions using Rust, Python, or Go, and optimizing deployment processes with Docker and CI/CD pipelines. We value innovation and problem-solving skills in candidates who can adapt to fast-paced environments. Competitive salary and extensive benefits package included.
17/05/2026
Full time
SiXworks in Cheltenham is searching for a Software Engineer to work on secure digital solutions supporting Defence and National Security. The role involves designing and building applications in Kotlin Jetpack Compose, implementing backend solutions using Rust, Python, or Go, and optimizing deployment processes with Docker and CI/CD pipelines. We value innovation and problem-solving skills in candidates who can adapt to fast-paced environments. Competitive salary and extensive benefits package included.
SiXworks in Farnborough is seeking a Security Engineer to join their team working on secure digital solutions for Defence and National Security. You will be responsible for designing and delivering technologies that ensure security in complex operational environments. Ideal candidates will have experience in security tooling management, identity solutions, and threat frameworks, alongside strong problem-solving skills. The role offers a competitive salary and benefit package, including private medical cover and generous pension contributions.
11/05/2026
Full time
SiXworks in Farnborough is seeking a Security Engineer to join their team working on secure digital solutions for Defence and National Security. You will be responsible for designing and delivering technologies that ensure security in complex operational environments. Ideal candidates will have experience in security tooling management, identity solutions, and threat frameworks, alongside strong problem-solving skills. The role offers a competitive salary and benefit package, including private medical cover and generous pension contributions.
Work on Technology That Protects What Matters At SiXworks, we build secure digital solutions that support Defence and National Security missions. Our teams work on complex problems where reliability, security, and speed of innovation matter. We're looking for a Security Engineer who enjoys solving difficult technical challenges and wants their work to have real operational impact. What You'll Do As a Security Engineer, you'll help design, build, and deliver secure digital solutions in highly secure environments. You'll work alongside engineers, architects, and delivery specialists to develop technology that enables faster, safer decision making for critical operations. Credential Lifecycle Management Manually creating or bulk importing passwords, SSH keys, and API keys Configuring and verifying Remote Password Changing (RPC) to ensure credentials rotate on a set schedule without service interruption. Checking our servers can successfully communicate with target systems to validate that stored credentials are still correct. Discovery & Network Visibility Running regular Discovery scans across Active Directory and network segments to identify new privileged accounts, service accounts, and dependencies. Mapping how service accounts are used by Windows Services, Scheduled Tasks, or IIS Application Pools to ensure rotation doesn't break critical systems. System Maintenance & Performance Proactive management of technical vulnerabilities and system security. Monitoring the status of Distributed Engines (DE) to ensure they are online and processing tasks like heartbeats and password changes without latency. Monitoring and improving performance and ensuring all secrets are bound to launchers, and secret templates are used and updated as required. Configuring and verifying automated database backups (full, differential, and log) to meet Recovery Point Objectives (RPO). Applying security patches and upgrades to our platforms. Maintaining the licenses and certifications and updating where required. Checking the results of recent Discovery scans to see if new privileged accounts, service accounts, or dependencies were found. Access Governance Managing Role Based Access Control (RBAC) by creating roles, defining folder structures, and setting granular permissions for users and groups. Audit & Compliance Generating and reviewing audit logs and reports (e.g., most active users, failed heartbeats) to detect unusual activity and prove compliance. Configuring launchers to record privileged sessions, allowing or disallowing full keystroke and video audits of administrative work. Technical Troubleshooting Resolving issues related to firewall requests and load balancer configuration. Security Oversight Monitoring active sessions to detect any currently active privileged sessions, particularly on high value assets like Domain Controllers. Troubleshooting any Remote Password Changing (RPC) failures from the previous 24 hours to prevent account lockouts or stale credentials. Correlating server alerts with your SIEM to investigate suspicious activity, such as multiple failed login attempts or large scale secret exports. What We're Looking For We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don't need to tick every box, but we're particularly interested in people with skills/experience in: Deploying and managing security tooling (vulnerability scanning, EDR agents, etc). Deploying and managing identity solutions (directory services, IdPs, privileged access management solutions). Basic understanding of threat frameworks (such as ATT&CK). High standards in written report and/or design documentation. Working at a technical low level design level with the project team. Knowledge and experience of Agile, DevSecOps, CI/CD principles and their application in secure environments. Understanding of MOD assurance and policies. Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered. Benefits We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free private medical cover and life assurance, generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), bonus and professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open breakout spaces. A word on UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain the highest level of Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK () Interested? Please apply!
11/05/2026
Full time
Work on Technology That Protects What Matters At SiXworks, we build secure digital solutions that support Defence and National Security missions. Our teams work on complex problems where reliability, security, and speed of innovation matter. We're looking for a Security Engineer who enjoys solving difficult technical challenges and wants their work to have real operational impact. What You'll Do As a Security Engineer, you'll help design, build, and deliver secure digital solutions in highly secure environments. You'll work alongside engineers, architects, and delivery specialists to develop technology that enables faster, safer decision making for critical operations. Credential Lifecycle Management Manually creating or bulk importing passwords, SSH keys, and API keys Configuring and verifying Remote Password Changing (RPC) to ensure credentials rotate on a set schedule without service interruption. Checking our servers can successfully communicate with target systems to validate that stored credentials are still correct. Discovery & Network Visibility Running regular Discovery scans across Active Directory and network segments to identify new privileged accounts, service accounts, and dependencies. Mapping how service accounts are used by Windows Services, Scheduled Tasks, or IIS Application Pools to ensure rotation doesn't break critical systems. System Maintenance & Performance Proactive management of technical vulnerabilities and system security. Monitoring the status of Distributed Engines (DE) to ensure they are online and processing tasks like heartbeats and password changes without latency. Monitoring and improving performance and ensuring all secrets are bound to launchers, and secret templates are used and updated as required. Configuring and verifying automated database backups (full, differential, and log) to meet Recovery Point Objectives (RPO). Applying security patches and upgrades to our platforms. Maintaining the licenses and certifications and updating where required. Checking the results of recent Discovery scans to see if new privileged accounts, service accounts, or dependencies were found. Access Governance Managing Role Based Access Control (RBAC) by creating roles, defining folder structures, and setting granular permissions for users and groups. Audit & Compliance Generating and reviewing audit logs and reports (e.g., most active users, failed heartbeats) to detect unusual activity and prove compliance. Configuring launchers to record privileged sessions, allowing or disallowing full keystroke and video audits of administrative work. Technical Troubleshooting Resolving issues related to firewall requests and load balancer configuration. Security Oversight Monitoring active sessions to detect any currently active privileged sessions, particularly on high value assets like Domain Controllers. Troubleshooting any Remote Password Changing (RPC) failures from the previous 24 hours to prevent account lockouts or stale credentials. Correlating server alerts with your SIEM to investigate suspicious activity, such as multiple failed login attempts or large scale secret exports. What We're Looking For We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don't need to tick every box, but we're particularly interested in people with skills/experience in: Deploying and managing security tooling (vulnerability scanning, EDR agents, etc). Deploying and managing identity solutions (directory services, IdPs, privileged access management solutions). Basic understanding of threat frameworks (such as ATT&CK). High standards in written report and/or design documentation. Working at a technical low level design level with the project team. Knowledge and experience of Agile, DevSecOps, CI/CD principles and their application in secure environments. Understanding of MOD assurance and policies. Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered. Benefits We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your wellbeing and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free private medical cover and life assurance, generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), bonus and professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open breakout spaces. A word on UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain the highest level of Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK () Interested? Please apply!
What You'll Do As a DCS Engineer, you'll help design, build, and deliver secure digital solutions in highly secure environments. You'll work alongside engineers, architects, and delivery specialists to develop technology that enables faster, safer decision making for critical operations. Your work may include: Configure Kubernetes environments to support scalable and resilient application deployments. Lead the design and construction of CI/CD pipelines to streamline the deployment process and enhance development efficiency. Support both on premise and cloud platforms, ensuring consistency, reliability and maintainability through automation and Infrastructure as Code. Implement robust monitoring solutions to ensure the health and performance of platform services. Manage repository systems and version control to facilitate collaboration and code management. Drive automation initiatives to optimize workflow processes and reduce manual intervention. Collaborate with the Platform team to ensure alignment between platform capabilities and development team requirements. Provide guidance and oversight to the development team on best practices for utilising platform offerings effectively. Support initiatives related to platform maintainability, supportability, security, and scalability/performance as the platform evolves. Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to continually enhance platform capabilities and practices. What We're Looking For We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don't need to tick every box, but we're particularly interested in people with skills/experience in: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related field or equivalent experience 5+ years of experience in Platform Engineering, Site Reliability Engineering, Platform Integration, or related roles. Strong proficiency in Kubernetes configuration and container orchestration techniques. Strong expertise in designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or similar. Experience with monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or similar for infrastructure and application monitoring. Solid understanding of version control systems, preferably Git, and repository management practices. Proven track record of driving automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and reliability. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to interact effectively with cross functional teams. Strong problem solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus. Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered. About SiXworks SiXworks is a specialist digital innovation partner delivering secure, mission critical technology to Defence and National Security organisations. We focus on digital experimentation, secure by design architecture, cloud technologies, and rapid application development to help our customers move faster and stay ahead of evolving challenges. Our team combines expertise from across technology, business, and operational backgrounds including the armed forces creating a collaborative environment where practical thinking and innovation thrive. Why Join Us Our culture is guided by six principles: Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and Inclusivity. SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail safe fast cutting edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments. As an end to end digital innovation and delivery partner, we turn complex challenges into mission critical digital advantages. This is a thrilling time for us, with ambitious plans for growth. We are looking for brilliant, experienced, driven and self motivated people to join the team on our journey. We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your well being and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance, generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), bonus and professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open breakout spaces. A word on UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (). Interested? Please apply!
10/05/2026
Full time
What You'll Do As a DCS Engineer, you'll help design, build, and deliver secure digital solutions in highly secure environments. You'll work alongside engineers, architects, and delivery specialists to develop technology that enables faster, safer decision making for critical operations. Your work may include: Configure Kubernetes environments to support scalable and resilient application deployments. Lead the design and construction of CI/CD pipelines to streamline the deployment process and enhance development efficiency. Support both on premise and cloud platforms, ensuring consistency, reliability and maintainability through automation and Infrastructure as Code. Implement robust monitoring solutions to ensure the health and performance of platform services. Manage repository systems and version control to facilitate collaboration and code management. Drive automation initiatives to optimize workflow processes and reduce manual intervention. Collaborate with the Platform team to ensure alignment between platform capabilities and development team requirements. Provide guidance and oversight to the development team on best practices for utilising platform offerings effectively. Support initiatives related to platform maintainability, supportability, security, and scalability/performance as the platform evolves. Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies to continually enhance platform capabilities and practices. What We're Looking For We value people who take ownership, think critically, and enjoy working as part of a collaborative team tackling complex challenges. You don't need to tick every box, but we're particularly interested in people with skills/experience in: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, a related field or equivalent experience 5+ years of experience in Platform Engineering, Site Reliability Engineering, Platform Integration, or related roles. Strong proficiency in Kubernetes configuration and container orchestration techniques. Strong expertise in designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, or similar. Experience with monitoring tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, or similar for infrastructure and application monitoring. Solid understanding of version control systems, preferably Git, and repository management practices. Proven track record of driving automation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and reliability. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to interact effectively with cross functional teams. Strong problem solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast paced, dynamic environment. Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) is a plus. Just as important are curiosity, strong problem solving ability, and the motivation to continuously improve how technology is designed and delivered. About SiXworks SiXworks is a specialist digital innovation partner delivering secure, mission critical technology to Defence and National Security organisations. We focus on digital experimentation, secure by design architecture, cloud technologies, and rapid application development to help our customers move faster and stay ahead of evolving challenges. Our team combines expertise from across technology, business, and operational backgrounds including the armed forces creating a collaborative environment where practical thinking and innovation thrive. Why Join Us Our culture is guided by six principles: Agility, Security, Innovation, Quality, Collaboration and Inclusivity. SiXworks is a leading provider of secure digital solutions, specialising in digital experimentation and focused on fail safe fast cutting edge technology solutions deployed in highly secure environments. As an end to end digital innovation and delivery partner, we turn complex challenges into mission critical digital advantages. This is a thrilling time for us, with ambitious plans for growth. We are looking for brilliant, experienced, driven and self motivated people to join the team on our journey. We offer competitive salaries and a package that supports your well being and development, including 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, free Private Medical cover and Life Assurance, generous pension (10% employer, 5% employee contribution), bonus and professional development and training support. In addition to secure parking, gym, café & restaurant on site and lots of open breakout spaces. A word on UK Security Clearance Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance. More details relating to UK Security Clearance can be found here: United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (). Interested? Please apply!
SiXworks is looking for a DCS Engineer based in Farnborough, United Kingdom. In this role, you will design and implement secure digital solutions in critical environments, focusing on Kubernetes and CI/CD pipeline development. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in relevant roles, a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering, and strong skills in automation, monitoring tools, and cloud platforms. The position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits including private medical cover and a generous pension plan.
10/05/2026
Full time
SiXworks is looking for a DCS Engineer based in Farnborough, United Kingdom. In this role, you will design and implement secure digital solutions in critical environments, focusing on Kubernetes and CI/CD pipeline development. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in relevant roles, a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering, and strong skills in automation, monitoring tools, and cloud platforms. The position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits including private medical cover and a generous pension plan.