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Contract role Duration - 4 Months Valid SC Rate £620 pd Inside IR35 Hybrid/Newcastle-Upon-Tyne We are looking for a Technical Architect to join a government client within their Engineering Strategy Team. You will provide architectural design and ownership for engineering solutions developed within the CDS Team. The team requires an architect that can own the Architectural design and decisions, provide advice, and navigate governance processes where required. The priority workstream is the GitLab/ServiceNow automation process that is currently under development, which is part of the wider Foundry CI/CD capability strategy. This work stream looks to automate the current ServiceNow process for raising standard' Change Requests adjacent to automated deployments Essential Skills: Automation and DevOps: Experience with infrastructure automation tools such as Ansible, Puppet, Chef, and Scripting languages (eg, PowerShell, Bash) to streamline infrastructure provisioning and management. Familiarity with DevOps principles and CI/CD tools (eg, Jenkins, GitLab CI, CircleCI) for automating deployments and improving infrastructure as code (IaC) processes. Understanding of Middleware, APIs (REST/SOAP), microservices and SOA. Application architecture, frameworks, technologies (eg PHP, Python, Ruby, Perl, JavaScript), tools and best practice Understanding of Middleware, APIs (REST/SOAP), microservices and SOA. Data Integration : Knowledge of integrating data from disparate sources (ERP systems, CRM systems, IoT devices, etc.), Real Time data pipelines, and batch processing. Working within a Government or public sector background is highly desirable for this role Please apply online if this role is for you

SFIA 4 Power Platform Developer - CRM Transformation Project (Public Sector/Government) - BPSS Role Title: Power Platform Developer (SFIA Level 4) Location: Hybrid with 2 days on site in Manchester Sector: Government/Public Sector Rate: £440 pd Inside IR35 Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Power Platform Developer (SFIA Level 4) to support a large-scale CRM transformation programme within a Government or Public Sector organisation. The successful candidate will develop, configure, and enhance Microsoft Power Platform solutions, enabling the modernisation of citizen, customer, and case management services. Working within an agile, multidisciplinary delivery team, the developer will contribute to the design, build, testing, and deployment of scalable solutions using Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement and the wider Microsoft Power Platform ecosystem. Key Responsibilities Develop and configure solutions Support the migration and transformation of Legacy CRM and case management platforms into modern cloud-based solutions. Build and maintain integrations with internal and external systems using APIs, Azure services, and Microsoft technologies. Develop custom components, plugins, workflows, business rules, and Power Platform extensions where required. Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, demonstrations, and retrospectives within an Agile delivery environment. Collaborate with Solution Architects, Business Analysts, Technical Leads, and Product Owners to translate business requirements into technical solutions. Contribute to technical documentation, coding standards, and knowledge sharing. Support testing activities including unit testing, system integration testing, and defect resolution. Identify opportunities for automation and process improvement across CRM operations. Essential Skills & Experience Demonstrable experience developing solutions using Microsoft Power Platform. Strong experience with: Power Apps Power Automate Dataverse Dynamics 365 CRM/Customer Service Experience working on CRM transformation, customer service transformation, or case management projects. Knowledge of Microsoft Azure services and integration patterns. Experience consuming and developing REST APIs. Understanding of data modelling, security roles, and governance within Power Platform. Experience working in Agile delivery teams using Scrum or Kanban methodologies. Strong stakeholder communication and collaboration skills. Experience within Government, Local Government, NHS, Higher Education, Housing Association, or wider Public Sector environments.

CTL/CTM Penetration Tester Remote - With occasional travel to Manchester and Newcastle-Upon-Tyne Rate - £785 per day Outside IR35 Must have Valid SC About the Role We are seeking an experienced CTL/CTM Penetration Tester to join a large Public Sector client delivering high-assurance security testing. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex infrastructure, cloud, containerised, and enterprise environments, helping clients identify vulnerabilities and strengthen their security posture. You will be responsible for leading and delivering penetration testing engagements while providing expert guidance, coaching, and technical leadership to colleagues and clients. Essential Requirements/Certifications Cyber Scheme Team Leader (CSTL) or Crest Certified Tester (CCT) Principal UK Cyber Security Council Professional (PriCSP) Security Cleared Experience Demonstrable experience conducting penetration testing and security assessments within: Public Sector organisations Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) Large enterprise environments Experience delivering advanced penetration testing engagements and leading teams of testers assessing complex environments, including public cloud, infrastructure, Kubernetes, web applications and APIs. Strong understanding of current attack techniques, threat actors, and defensive controls Technical Skills Manual penetration testing across: Internal and external infrastructure Web applications Networks and operating systems Cloud security testing: Microsoft Azure Amazon Web Services (AWS) Oracle Clound Infrastructure (OCI) On-premises infrastructure security assessments Container and orchestration platform security: Docker Kubernetes Identity and Access Management (IAM) security CI/CD pipeline security assessments Cloud-native and hybrid environment testing Security architecture and security control reviews Security Code Review Firewall Configuration Reviews Server and Workstation Build Reviews Key Responsibilities Lead and perform penetration testing engagements across infrastructure, applications, cloud services, and containerised environments. Deliver detailed technical reports and executive-level findings. Conduct security assessments of Azure, AWS, Kubernetes, IAM, and CI/CD environments. Work directly with stakeholders to communicate complex technical risks clearly and effectively. Provide mentorship, coaching, and skills development to junior penetration testers. Support the continuous improvement of testing methodologies, tooling, and service offerings. Contribute to client workshops, security awareness sessions, and technical training activities.