Methods Business & Digital Technology Ltd
Ledbury, Herefordshire
The Role: As a Technical Architect, the position provides a focal point in delivering enterprise scale infrastructure services to Methods BDT customers. The objective of the Technical Architect is to work with customers and delivery teams to create technology solutions that meet the customer's objectives while supporting the company's goal of growing the business through profitable, well structured engagements across the required technology domains. Typically involved in the post sales stage of a customer engagement, the Technical Architect is responsible for conceptualising and designing the overall solution to a detailed level, and where necessary for delivering and supporting major elements of that solution on customer site. The role calls for a strong generalist: an architect with broad experience and skills across all aspects of enterprise IT, able to see the whole picture and bring the individual parts together into a coherent whole. That breadth is underpinned by deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure, supported by a good working understanding of container orchestration, identity management, networking, and data processing and storage. Responsibilities Design, build and support enterprise scale Azure environments, including landing zones, governance and security Design and support hybrid infrastructure spanning cloud and on premises environments, ensuring secure and seamless integration between the two Review, assess and provide guidance on customer environments through structured reviews, aligning recommendations with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well Architected Framework (WAF) Design containerised workloads on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), including scaling, networking and storage integration Design Azure networking, including virtual networks, hub and spoke topologies, ExpressRoute/VPN and network security Design Azure data processing and storage services appropriate to the customer's workloads Apply an understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) and CI/CD principles (DevSecOps /GitOps) to inform solution design and delivery approaches Bring together the various technology domains into a coherent end to end architecture that meets the customer's objectives Experience Required At least 2 years in a customer facing role, delivering and supporting technology solutions based on Microsoft technologies Broad experience across all aspects of enterprise IT, with the ability to operate as a generalist across multiple technology domains Significant knowledge & experience of various Microsoft technologies, with extensive experience in Microsoft Azure Experience of leading technical workshops Essential Skills Excellent presentation and communication (verbal and written) skills Ability to create a technical design (HLD / LLD) and guide engineering teams through its delivery A generalist skill set with broad knowledge across all aspects of enterprise IT Deep knowledge of Microsoft cloud technologies, in particular Azure Good understanding of container orchestration using Kubernetes (ideally AKS), identity management (Entra / Active Directory), networking, and data processing and storage Understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) and CI/CD principles Desirable Skills Knowledge of VMWare Cloud Foundation considered a bonus Hands on experience with IaC tooling such as Terraform or Bicep Security Clearance This role will require you to have active SC & the willingness to progress this to DV. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview. Benefits Development - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training Wellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme Flexible Working - including home working and part time Social - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes Time Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year Volunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation Pension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution Life Assurance - of 4 times base salary Private Medical Insurance - which is non contributory (spouse and dependants included) Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non contributory (spouse and dependants included) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Travel - season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme For a full list of benefits please visit our website
02/08/2026
Full time
The Role: As a Technical Architect, the position provides a focal point in delivering enterprise scale infrastructure services to Methods BDT customers. The objective of the Technical Architect is to work with customers and delivery teams to create technology solutions that meet the customer's objectives while supporting the company's goal of growing the business through profitable, well structured engagements across the required technology domains. Typically involved in the post sales stage of a customer engagement, the Technical Architect is responsible for conceptualising and designing the overall solution to a detailed level, and where necessary for delivering and supporting major elements of that solution on customer site. The role calls for a strong generalist: an architect with broad experience and skills across all aspects of enterprise IT, able to see the whole picture and bring the individual parts together into a coherent whole. That breadth is underpinned by deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure, supported by a good working understanding of container orchestration, identity management, networking, and data processing and storage. Responsibilities Design, build and support enterprise scale Azure environments, including landing zones, governance and security Design and support hybrid infrastructure spanning cloud and on premises environments, ensuring secure and seamless integration between the two Review, assess and provide guidance on customer environments through structured reviews, aligning recommendations with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well Architected Framework (WAF) Design containerised workloads on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), including scaling, networking and storage integration Design Azure networking, including virtual networks, hub and spoke topologies, ExpressRoute/VPN and network security Design Azure data processing and storage services appropriate to the customer's workloads Apply an understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) and CI/CD principles (DevSecOps /GitOps) to inform solution design and delivery approaches Bring together the various technology domains into a coherent end to end architecture that meets the customer's objectives Experience Required At least 2 years in a customer facing role, delivering and supporting technology solutions based on Microsoft technologies Broad experience across all aspects of enterprise IT, with the ability to operate as a generalist across multiple technology domains Significant knowledge & experience of various Microsoft technologies, with extensive experience in Microsoft Azure Experience of leading technical workshops Essential Skills Excellent presentation and communication (verbal and written) skills Ability to create a technical design (HLD / LLD) and guide engineering teams through its delivery A generalist skill set with broad knowledge across all aspects of enterprise IT Deep knowledge of Microsoft cloud technologies, in particular Azure Good understanding of container orchestration using Kubernetes (ideally AKS), identity management (Entra / Active Directory), networking, and data processing and storage Understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) and CI/CD principles Desirable Skills Knowledge of VMWare Cloud Foundation considered a bonus Hands on experience with IaC tooling such as Terraform or Bicep Security Clearance This role will require you to have active SC & the willingness to progress this to DV. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview. Benefits Development - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training Wellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme Flexible Working - including home working and part time Social - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes Time Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year Volunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation Pension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution Life Assurance - of 4 times base salary Private Medical Insurance - which is non contributory (spouse and dependants included) Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non contributory (spouse and dependants included) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Travel - season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme For a full list of benefits please visit our website
Methods Business & Digital Technology Ltd
Worcester, Worcestershire
The Role: As a Technical Architect, the position provides a focal point in delivering enterprise scale infrastructure services to Methods BDT customers. The objective of the Technical Architect is to work with customers and delivery teams to create technology solutions that meet the customer's objectives while supporting the company's goal of growing the business through profitable, well structured engagements across the required technology domains. Typically involved in the post sales stage of a customer engagement, the Technical Architect is responsible for conceptualising and designing the overall solution to a detailed level, and where necessary for delivering and supporting major elements of that solution on customer site. The role calls for a strong generalist: an architect with broad experience and skills across all aspects of enterprise IT, able to see the whole picture and bring the individual parts together into a coherent whole. That breadth is underpinned by deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure, supported by a good working understanding of container orchestration, identity management, networking, and data processing and storage. Responsibilities Design, build and support enterprise scale Azure environments, including landing zones, governance and security Design and support hybrid infrastructure spanning cloud and on premises environments, ensuring secure and seamless integration between the two Review, assess and provide guidance on customer environments through structured reviews, aligning recommendations with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well Architected Framework (WAF) Design containerised workloads on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), including scaling, networking and storage integration Design Azure networking, including virtual networks, hub and spoke topologies, ExpressRoute/VPN and network security Design Azure data processing and storage services appropriate to the customer's workloads Apply an understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) and CI/CD principles (DevSecOps /GitOps) to inform solution design and delivery approaches Bring together the various technology domains into a coherent end to end architecture that meets the customer's objectives Experience Required At least 2 years in a customer facing role, delivering and supporting technology solutions based on Microsoft technologies Broad experience across all aspects of enterprise IT, with the ability to operate as a generalist across multiple technology domains Significant knowledge & experience of various Microsoft technologies, with extensive experience in Microsoft Azure Experience of leading technical workshops Essential Skills Excellent presentation and communication (verbal and written) skills Ability to create a technical design (HLD / LLD) and guide engineering teams through its delivery A generalist skill set with broad knowledge across all aspects of enterprise IT Deep knowledge of Microsoft cloud technologies, in particular Azure Good understanding of container orchestration using Kubernetes (ideally AKS), identity management (Entra / Active Directory), networking, and data processing and storage Understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) and CI/CD principles Desirable Skills Knowledge of VMWare Cloud Foundation considered a bonus Hands on experience with IaC tooling such as Terraform or Bicep Security Clearance This role will require you to have active SC & the willingness to progress this to DV. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview. Benefits Development - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training Wellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme Flexible Working - including home working and part time Social - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes Time Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year Volunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation Pension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution Life Assurance - of 4 times base salary Private Medical Insurance - which is non contributory (spouse and dependants included) Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non contributory (spouse and dependants included) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Travel - season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme For a full list of benefits please visit our website
02/08/2026
Full time
The Role: As a Technical Architect, the position provides a focal point in delivering enterprise scale infrastructure services to Methods BDT customers. The objective of the Technical Architect is to work with customers and delivery teams to create technology solutions that meet the customer's objectives while supporting the company's goal of growing the business through profitable, well structured engagements across the required technology domains. Typically involved in the post sales stage of a customer engagement, the Technical Architect is responsible for conceptualising and designing the overall solution to a detailed level, and where necessary for delivering and supporting major elements of that solution on customer site. The role calls for a strong generalist: an architect with broad experience and skills across all aspects of enterprise IT, able to see the whole picture and bring the individual parts together into a coherent whole. That breadth is underpinned by deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure, supported by a good working understanding of container orchestration, identity management, networking, and data processing and storage. Responsibilities Design, build and support enterprise scale Azure environments, including landing zones, governance and security Design and support hybrid infrastructure spanning cloud and on premises environments, ensuring secure and seamless integration between the two Review, assess and provide guidance on customer environments through structured reviews, aligning recommendations with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well Architected Framework (WAF) Design containerised workloads on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), including scaling, networking and storage integration Design Azure networking, including virtual networks, hub and spoke topologies, ExpressRoute/VPN and network security Design Azure data processing and storage services appropriate to the customer's workloads Apply an understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) and CI/CD principles (DevSecOps /GitOps) to inform solution design and delivery approaches Bring together the various technology domains into a coherent end to end architecture that meets the customer's objectives Experience Required At least 2 years in a customer facing role, delivering and supporting technology solutions based on Microsoft technologies Broad experience across all aspects of enterprise IT, with the ability to operate as a generalist across multiple technology domains Significant knowledge & experience of various Microsoft technologies, with extensive experience in Microsoft Azure Experience of leading technical workshops Essential Skills Excellent presentation and communication (verbal and written) skills Ability to create a technical design (HLD / LLD) and guide engineering teams through its delivery A generalist skill set with broad knowledge across all aspects of enterprise IT Deep knowledge of Microsoft cloud technologies, in particular Azure Good understanding of container orchestration using Kubernetes (ideally AKS), identity management (Entra / Active Directory), networking, and data processing and storage Understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) and CI/CD principles Desirable Skills Knowledge of VMWare Cloud Foundation considered a bonus Hands on experience with IaC tooling such as Terraform or Bicep Security Clearance This role will require you to have active SC & the willingness to progress this to DV. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview. Benefits Development - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training Wellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme Flexible Working - including home working and part time Social - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes Time Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year Volunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation Pension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution Life Assurance - of 4 times base salary Private Medical Insurance - which is non contributory (spouse and dependants included) Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non contributory (spouse and dependants included) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Travel - season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme For a full list of benefits please visit our website
Methods Business & Digital Technology Ltd
Ross-on-wye, Herefordshire
The Role: As a Technical Architect, the position provides a focal point in delivering enterprise scale infrastructure services to Methods BDT customers. The objective of the Technical Architect is to work with customers and delivery teams to create technology solutions that meet the customer's objectives while supporting the company's goal of growing the business through profitable, well structured engagements across the required technology domains. Typically involved in the post sales stage of a customer engagement, the Technical Architect is responsible for conceptualising and designing the overall solution to a detailed level, and where necessary for delivering and supporting major elements of that solution on customer site. The role calls for a strong generalist: an architect with broad experience and skills across all aspects of enterprise IT, able to see the whole picture and bring the individual parts together into a coherent whole. That breadth is underpinned by deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure, supported by a good working understanding of container orchestration, identity management, networking, and data processing and storage. Responsibilities Design, build and support enterprise scale Azure environments, including landing zones, governance and security Design and support hybrid infrastructure spanning cloud and on premises environments, ensuring secure and seamless integration between the two Review, assess and provide guidance on customer environments through structured reviews, aligning recommendations with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well Architected Framework (WAF) Design containerised workloads on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), including scaling, networking and storage integration Design Azure networking, including virtual networks, hub and spoke topologies, ExpressRoute/VPN and network security Design Azure data processing and storage services appropriate to the customer's workloads Apply an understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) and CI/CD principles (DevSecOps /GitOps) to inform solution design and delivery approaches Bring together the various technology domains into a coherent end to end architecture that meets the customer's objectives Experience Required At least 2 years in a customer facing role, delivering and supporting technology solutions based on Microsoft technologies Broad experience across all aspects of enterprise IT, with the ability to operate as a generalist across multiple technology domains Significant knowledge & experience of various Microsoft technologies, with extensive experience in Microsoft Azure Experience of leading technical workshops Essential Skills Excellent presentation and communication (verbal and written) skills Ability to create a technical design (HLD / LLD) and guide engineering teams through its delivery A generalist skill set with broad knowledge across all aspects of enterprise IT Deep knowledge of Microsoft cloud technologies, in particular Azure Good understanding of container orchestration using Kubernetes (ideally AKS), identity management (Entra / Active Directory), networking, and data processing and storage Understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) and CI/CD principles Desirable Skills Knowledge of VMWare Cloud Foundation considered a bonus Hands on experience with IaC tooling such as Terraform or Bicep Security Clearance This role will require you to have active SC & the willingness to progress this to DV. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview. Benefits Development - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training Wellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme Flexible Working - including home working and part time Social - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes Time Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year Volunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation Pension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution Life Assurance - of 4 times base salary Private Medical Insurance - which is non contributory (spouse and dependants included) Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non contributory (spouse and dependants included) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Travel - season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme For a full list of benefits please visit our website
02/08/2026
Full time
The Role: As a Technical Architect, the position provides a focal point in delivering enterprise scale infrastructure services to Methods BDT customers. The objective of the Technical Architect is to work with customers and delivery teams to create technology solutions that meet the customer's objectives while supporting the company's goal of growing the business through profitable, well structured engagements across the required technology domains. Typically involved in the post sales stage of a customer engagement, the Technical Architect is responsible for conceptualising and designing the overall solution to a detailed level, and where necessary for delivering and supporting major elements of that solution on customer site. The role calls for a strong generalist: an architect with broad experience and skills across all aspects of enterprise IT, able to see the whole picture and bring the individual parts together into a coherent whole. That breadth is underpinned by deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure, supported by a good working understanding of container orchestration, identity management, networking, and data processing and storage. Responsibilities Design, build and support enterprise scale Azure environments, including landing zones, governance and security Design and support hybrid infrastructure spanning cloud and on premises environments, ensuring secure and seamless integration between the two Review, assess and provide guidance on customer environments through structured reviews, aligning recommendations with the Microsoft Cloud Adoption Framework (CAF) and Well Architected Framework (WAF) Design containerised workloads on Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), including scaling, networking and storage integration Design Azure networking, including virtual networks, hub and spoke topologies, ExpressRoute/VPN and network security Design Azure data processing and storage services appropriate to the customer's workloads Apply an understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) and CI/CD principles (DevSecOps /GitOps) to inform solution design and delivery approaches Bring together the various technology domains into a coherent end to end architecture that meets the customer's objectives Experience Required At least 2 years in a customer facing role, delivering and supporting technology solutions based on Microsoft technologies Broad experience across all aspects of enterprise IT, with the ability to operate as a generalist across multiple technology domains Significant knowledge & experience of various Microsoft technologies, with extensive experience in Microsoft Azure Experience of leading technical workshops Essential Skills Excellent presentation and communication (verbal and written) skills Ability to create a technical design (HLD / LLD) and guide engineering teams through its delivery A generalist skill set with broad knowledge across all aspects of enterprise IT Deep knowledge of Microsoft cloud technologies, in particular Azure Good understanding of container orchestration using Kubernetes (ideally AKS), identity management (Entra / Active Directory), networking, and data processing and storage Understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) and CI/CD principles Desirable Skills Knowledge of VMWare Cloud Foundation considered a bonus Hands on experience with IaC tooling such as Terraform or Bicep Security Clearance This role will require you to have active SC & the willingness to progress this to DV. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview. Benefits Development - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training Wellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme Flexible Working - including home working and part time Social - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes Time Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year Volunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation Pension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution Life Assurance - of 4 times base salary Private Medical Insurance - which is non contributory (spouse and dependants included) Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non contributory (spouse and dependants included) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Travel - season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme For a full list of benefits please visit our website
UBDS group is looking for an experienced, Security Cleared (SC Cleared) AWS DevOps Engineer to design, build and maintain resilient cloud infrastructure and automation frameworks in support of client engagements. This role involves ownership of CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code (IaC), and deployment automation within secure environments, particularly across public sector clients. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in AWS, a strong understanding of DevSecOps practices, and a commitment to delivering reliable, repeatable solutions. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain scalable, secure and automated CI/CD pipelines using GitLab or GitHub Manage infrastructure-as-code solutions using Terraform to support repeatable and compliant environments Implement automation across build, test and deployment workflows to ensure consistent and reliable delivery Apply OWASP security principles and DevSecOps practices throughout the delivery lifecycle Deploy and maintain containerised workloads using Kubernetes or AWS-native services such as ECS or EKS Monitor infrastructure performance and availability, implementing proactive alerting and logging solutions Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed DevOps capabilities and drive continuous improvement Support troubleshooting of infrastructure and deployment-related issues in production and non-production environments Qualifications Active Security Check (SC) clearance is mandatory Strong hands-on experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS), including core compute, networking and security services Proficiency in GitLab or GitHub for version control and pipeline management Demonstrable experience with Terraform and infrastructure-as-code delivery Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture and operations in cloud environments Working knowledge of OWASP security principles and how to apply them in CI/CD and infrastructure design Competence in scripting languages such as Python, Bash or PowerShell Experience operating within Agile delivery environments and supporting multidisciplinary technical teams Desirable AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional or Solutions Architect) Experience working with public sector clients or within regulated industries Why people choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group Professionals choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group for its reputation as a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that is deeply committed to both innovation and employee development. At UBDS Group, employees are given unique opportunities to work on cutting edge projects across a diverse range of industries, exposing them to new challenges and learning opportunities that are pivotal for professional growth. The Group's culture emphasises continuous improvement, offering ample training programs, mentorship, and the chance to gain certifications that enhance their skills and marketability. UBDS Group fosters a collaborative environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged, allowing employees to contribute ideas and solutions that have a tangible impact on the company and its clients. This combination of professional development, a culture of innovation, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions makes UBDS Group an attractive place for those looking to advance their careers and be at the forefront of technological and operational excellence. Employee Benefits Training - All team members are offered a number of options in terms of personal development, whether it is technical led, business acumen or methodologies. We want you to grow with us and to help us achieve more Private medical cover for you and your spouse/partner, offered via Vitality Discretionary bonus based on a blend of personal and company performance Holiday - You will receive 25 Days holiday, plus 1 day for Birthday and 1 day for your work anniversary in addition to UK bank holidays Electric Vehicle leasing with salary sacrifice Contributed Pension Scheme Death in service cover About UBDS Group At UBDS Group our mission is to support entrepreneurs who are setting new standards with technology solutions across cloud services, cybersecurity, data and AI, ensuring that every investment advances our commitment to innovation, making a difference, and creating impactful solutions for organisations and society. Equal Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
02/08/2026
Full time
UBDS group is looking for an experienced, Security Cleared (SC Cleared) AWS DevOps Engineer to design, build and maintain resilient cloud infrastructure and automation frameworks in support of client engagements. This role involves ownership of CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code (IaC), and deployment automation within secure environments, particularly across public sector clients. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical expertise in AWS, a strong understanding of DevSecOps practices, and a commitment to delivering reliable, repeatable solutions. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain scalable, secure and automated CI/CD pipelines using GitLab or GitHub Manage infrastructure-as-code solutions using Terraform to support repeatable and compliant environments Implement automation across build, test and deployment workflows to ensure consistent and reliable delivery Apply OWASP security principles and DevSecOps practices throughout the delivery lifecycle Deploy and maintain containerised workloads using Kubernetes or AWS-native services such as ECS or EKS Monitor infrastructure performance and availability, implementing proactive alerting and logging solutions Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed DevOps capabilities and drive continuous improvement Support troubleshooting of infrastructure and deployment-related issues in production and non-production environments Qualifications Active Security Check (SC) clearance is mandatory Strong hands-on experience with Amazon Web Services (AWS), including core compute, networking and security services Proficiency in GitLab or GitHub for version control and pipeline management Demonstrable experience with Terraform and infrastructure-as-code delivery Deep understanding of Kubernetes architecture and operations in cloud environments Working knowledge of OWASP security principles and how to apply them in CI/CD and infrastructure design Competence in scripting languages such as Python, Bash or PowerShell Experience operating within Agile delivery environments and supporting multidisciplinary technical teams Desirable AWS certifications (e.g., AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional or Solutions Architect) Experience working with public sector clients or within regulated industries Why people choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group Professionals choose to grow their careers at UBDS Group for its reputation as a dynamic and forward-thinking organisation that is deeply committed to both innovation and employee development. At UBDS Group, employees are given unique opportunities to work on cutting edge projects across a diverse range of industries, exposing them to new challenges and learning opportunities that are pivotal for professional growth. The Group's culture emphasises continuous improvement, offering ample training programs, mentorship, and the chance to gain certifications that enhance their skills and marketability. UBDS Group fosters a collaborative environment where creativity and innovation are encouraged, allowing employees to contribute ideas and solutions that have a tangible impact on the company and its clients. This combination of professional development, a culture of innovation, and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions makes UBDS Group an attractive place for those looking to advance their careers and be at the forefront of technological and operational excellence. Employee Benefits Training - All team members are offered a number of options in terms of personal development, whether it is technical led, business acumen or methodologies. We want you to grow with us and to help us achieve more Private medical cover for you and your spouse/partner, offered via Vitality Discretionary bonus based on a blend of personal and company performance Holiday - You will receive 25 Days holiday, plus 1 day for Birthday and 1 day for your work anniversary in addition to UK bank holidays Electric Vehicle leasing with salary sacrifice Contributed Pension Scheme Death in service cover About UBDS Group At UBDS Group our mission is to support entrepreneurs who are setting new standards with technology solutions across cloud services, cybersecurity, data and AI, ensuring that every investment advances our commitment to innovation, making a difference, and creating impactful solutions for organisations and society. Equal Opportunities We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.
DevOps / Release Engineer Central Government Terraform CI/CD Azure DevOps SC Cleared Hybrid Competitive Rate The Role We are seeking an experienced DevOps / Release Engineer to develop and maintain the CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code and automated deployment processes that underpin secure, repeatable software releases across this national cloud-native programme. You will play a critical role in ensuring efficient, reliable and auditable software delivery across multiple environments. About the Programme We are supporting a major central Government client on a mission critical digital transformation programme to replace a legacy case management system with a modern, secure, cloud native platform hosted on Microsoft Azure. The new platform will automate referral ingestion, triage and case handling workflows, integrate with key national systems, provide secure APIs for data exchange with partners, and deliver significant improvements in operational reporting, resilience and scalability. This is a multidisciplinary programme bringing together a full delivery team to design, build, secure and support the platform from the ground up. It is an opportunity to work on nationally important digital infrastructure within a technically demanding and rewarding environment. Working Arrangements Location: Hybrid - various UK locations. Candidates must be able to attend site as required. Clearance: Active SC Clearance is essential. Candidates without active SC clearance will not be considered. Rate: Competitive, commensurate with experience. To be discussed on application. Key Responsibilities Design, build and maintain CI/CD pipelines supporting secure, automated software delivery across multiple environments Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code using Terraform Integrate automated deployment pipelines with Azure deployment slots Troubleshoot and resolve complex network latency and deployment issues Configure and maintain App Service Environment (v3) including VNet integration Work closely with backend, platform and security engineering teams to ensure smooth and repeatable releases Implement and improve environment management, monitoring and deployment automation practices Essential Requirements Proven experience designing and maintaining enterprise grade CI/CD pipelines Strong hands on Terraform experience for Infrastructure as Code delivery Deep subject matter expertise in App Service Environment (v3) architecture, including VNet integration Experience with automated deployment processes and release management in cloud environments Active SC Clearance (essential - candidates without this will not be considered) Desirable Microsoft certification (strongly preferred) Experience with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions or equivalent CI/CD tooling Experience delivering within government or highly regulated environments How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the requirements above, please get in touch as soon as possible with: Your current CV Your availability / notice period Your expected day rate Confirmation of your current SC clearance status (level and whether currently active) Applications are being reviewed on an ongoing basis and suitable candidates will be progressed without delay.
01/08/2026
Full time
DevOps / Release Engineer Central Government Terraform CI/CD Azure DevOps SC Cleared Hybrid Competitive Rate The Role We are seeking an experienced DevOps / Release Engineer to develop and maintain the CI/CD pipelines, Infrastructure as Code and automated deployment processes that underpin secure, repeatable software releases across this national cloud-native programme. You will play a critical role in ensuring efficient, reliable and auditable software delivery across multiple environments. About the Programme We are supporting a major central Government client on a mission critical digital transformation programme to replace a legacy case management system with a modern, secure, cloud native platform hosted on Microsoft Azure. The new platform will automate referral ingestion, triage and case handling workflows, integrate with key national systems, provide secure APIs for data exchange with partners, and deliver significant improvements in operational reporting, resilience and scalability. This is a multidisciplinary programme bringing together a full delivery team to design, build, secure and support the platform from the ground up. It is an opportunity to work on nationally important digital infrastructure within a technically demanding and rewarding environment. Working Arrangements Location: Hybrid - various UK locations. Candidates must be able to attend site as required. Clearance: Active SC Clearance is essential. Candidates without active SC clearance will not be considered. Rate: Competitive, commensurate with experience. To be discussed on application. Key Responsibilities Design, build and maintain CI/CD pipelines supporting secure, automated software delivery across multiple environments Develop and manage Infrastructure as Code using Terraform Integrate automated deployment pipelines with Azure deployment slots Troubleshoot and resolve complex network latency and deployment issues Configure and maintain App Service Environment (v3) including VNet integration Work closely with backend, platform and security engineering teams to ensure smooth and repeatable releases Implement and improve environment management, monitoring and deployment automation practices Essential Requirements Proven experience designing and maintaining enterprise grade CI/CD pipelines Strong hands on Terraform experience for Infrastructure as Code delivery Deep subject matter expertise in App Service Environment (v3) architecture, including VNet integration Experience with automated deployment processes and release management in cloud environments Active SC Clearance (essential - candidates without this will not be considered) Desirable Microsoft certification (strongly preferred) Experience with Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions or equivalent CI/CD tooling Experience delivering within government or highly regulated environments How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the requirements above, please get in touch as soon as possible with: Your current CV Your availability / notice period Your expected day rate Confirmation of your current SC clearance status (level and whether currently active) Applications are being reviewed on an ongoing basis and suitable candidates will be progressed without delay.
Azure Platform Engineer Central Government Microsoft Azure SC Cleared Hybrid Competitive Rate The Role We are looking for an experienced Azure Platform Engineer to design, build and manage the secure Microsoft Azure platform that underpins this mission-critical national programme. This is a hands-on, senior technical role at the heart of the infrastructure delivery team, requiring deep expertise in Azure cloud architecture, security and operational management. About the Programme We are supporting a major central Government client on a mission-critical digital transformation programme to replace a legacy case management system with a modern, secure, cloud-native platform hosted on Microsoft Azure. The new platform will automate referral ingestion, triage and case-handling workflows, integrate with key national systems, provide secure APIs for data exchange with partners, and deliver significant improvements in operational reporting, resilience and scalability. This is a multidisciplinary programme bringing together a full delivery team to design, build, secure and support the platform from the ground up. It is an opportunity to work on nationally important digital infrastructure within a technically demanding and rewarding environment. Working Arrangements Location: Hybrid - various UK locations. Candidates must be able to attend site as required. Clearance: Active SC Clearance is essential. Candidates without active SC clearance will not be considered. Rate: Competitive, commensurate with experience. To be discussed on application. Key Responsibilities Design and implement a secure, enterprise-grade Microsoft Azure cloud platform aligned to government security standards Architect and manage Azure networking, identity, landing zones, resilience and monitoring capabilities Configure and manage App Service Environment (v3) architecture including VNet integration Ensure the platform meets government security and compliance requirements throughout the delivery lifecycle Lead infrastructure design decisions and provide technical assurance across the cloud estate Collaborate with DevOps, security and backend engineering teams to ensure seamless platform integration Support operational readiness, incident response and ongoing platform optimisation Essential Requirements 7+ years of hands-on experience designing and implementing complex, secure Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure Deep subject matter expertise in App Service Environment (v3) architecture, including VNet integration Strong knowledge of Azure networking, identity (Entra ID / Azure AD), landing zones and security controls Experience delivering cloud platforms within government or highly regulated environments Active SC Clearance (essential - candidates without this will not be considered) Desirable Microsoft Azure certification (strongly preferred) Experience with Azure Bicep, ARM templates or Terraform Familiarity with NCSC cloud security guidelines and government security standards How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the requirements above, please get in touch as soon as possible with: Your current CV Your availability / notice period Your expected day rate Confirmation of your current SC clearance status (level and whether currently active) Applications are being reviewed on an ongoing basis and suitable candidates will be progressed without delay.
01/08/2026
Full time
Azure Platform Engineer Central Government Microsoft Azure SC Cleared Hybrid Competitive Rate The Role We are looking for an experienced Azure Platform Engineer to design, build and manage the secure Microsoft Azure platform that underpins this mission-critical national programme. This is a hands-on, senior technical role at the heart of the infrastructure delivery team, requiring deep expertise in Azure cloud architecture, security and operational management. About the Programme We are supporting a major central Government client on a mission-critical digital transformation programme to replace a legacy case management system with a modern, secure, cloud-native platform hosted on Microsoft Azure. The new platform will automate referral ingestion, triage and case-handling workflows, integrate with key national systems, provide secure APIs for data exchange with partners, and deliver significant improvements in operational reporting, resilience and scalability. This is a multidisciplinary programme bringing together a full delivery team to design, build, secure and support the platform from the ground up. It is an opportunity to work on nationally important digital infrastructure within a technically demanding and rewarding environment. Working Arrangements Location: Hybrid - various UK locations. Candidates must be able to attend site as required. Clearance: Active SC Clearance is essential. Candidates without active SC clearance will not be considered. Rate: Competitive, commensurate with experience. To be discussed on application. Key Responsibilities Design and implement a secure, enterprise-grade Microsoft Azure cloud platform aligned to government security standards Architect and manage Azure networking, identity, landing zones, resilience and monitoring capabilities Configure and manage App Service Environment (v3) architecture including VNet integration Ensure the platform meets government security and compliance requirements throughout the delivery lifecycle Lead infrastructure design decisions and provide technical assurance across the cloud estate Collaborate with DevOps, security and backend engineering teams to ensure seamless platform integration Support operational readiness, incident response and ongoing platform optimisation Essential Requirements 7+ years of hands-on experience designing and implementing complex, secure Microsoft Azure cloud infrastructure Deep subject matter expertise in App Service Environment (v3) architecture, including VNet integration Strong knowledge of Azure networking, identity (Entra ID / Azure AD), landing zones and security controls Experience delivering cloud platforms within government or highly regulated environments Active SC Clearance (essential - candidates without this will not be considered) Desirable Microsoft Azure certification (strongly preferred) Experience with Azure Bicep, ARM templates or Terraform Familiarity with NCSC cloud security guidelines and government security standards How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity and meet the requirements above, please get in touch as soon as possible with: Your current CV Your availability / notice period Your expected day rate Confirmation of your current SC clearance status (level and whether currently active) Applications are being reviewed on an ongoing basis and suitable candidates will be progressed without delay.
Role : Technical Lead Must have active DV Clearance Location : Basingstoke Clearance level: DV required Key Responsibilities Take full ownership of allocated work packages and drive them through design, build, test, and release into live service. Provide strong technical leadership across Wintel-based and multi-platform environments. Navigate and resolve obstacles including technical blockers, organisational bureaucracy, and interpersonal challenges. Assess technical information from engineers, ensuring accuracy and calling out inconsistencies or blockers early. Coordinate with engineering, architecture, test, change, and operations teams to maintain momentum and deliver on time. Ensure that technical decisions are aligned with programme goals, compliance requirements, and best practices. Monitor progress, manage risks and issues, and elevate appropriately when required. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Technical Lead, Delivery Lead, or Senior Engineer in complex IT environments. Strong understanding of Wintel platforms (Windows Server, AD, group policy, infrastructure services, virtualisation, etc.). Broad technical awareness across networks, security, applications, and integrations. Ability to challenge technical teams constructively and separate fact from fiction. Demonstrated success driving delivery in complex, bureaucratic, or high-pressure environments. Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. Experience working in or alongside Agile teams. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is an award winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.
01/08/2026
Full time
Role : Technical Lead Must have active DV Clearance Location : Basingstoke Clearance level: DV required Key Responsibilities Take full ownership of allocated work packages and drive them through design, build, test, and release into live service. Provide strong technical leadership across Wintel-based and multi-platform environments. Navigate and resolve obstacles including technical blockers, organisational bureaucracy, and interpersonal challenges. Assess technical information from engineers, ensuring accuracy and calling out inconsistencies or blockers early. Coordinate with engineering, architecture, test, change, and operations teams to maintain momentum and deliver on time. Ensure that technical decisions are aligned with programme goals, compliance requirements, and best practices. Monitor progress, manage risks and issues, and elevate appropriately when required. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Technical Lead, Delivery Lead, or Senior Engineer in complex IT environments. Strong understanding of Wintel platforms (Windows Server, AD, group policy, infrastructure services, virtualisation, etc.). Broad technical awareness across networks, security, applications, and integrations. Ability to challenge technical teams constructively and separate fact from fiction. Demonstrated success driving delivery in complex, bureaucratic, or high-pressure environments. Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. Experience working in or alongside Agile teams. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is an award winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.
Senior Network Engineer - NSX - Defence Contract - 6 Months - fully onsite Based in Yeovil (3-5 days) compressed hours available DV Clearance is required for this role Recruiting for an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join a leading organisation delivering secure, mission-critical technology solutions within the UK defence sector. This is a hands-on engineering role where you'll design, implement and support VMware NSX-T and software-defined networking solutions across highly secure environments, while providing technical leadership to project teams. Experience includes: Strong experience with VMware NSX-T (or equivalent network virtualisation platforms) Expertise in TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VPNs, VLANs, QoS and Cisco networking Experience with software-defined networking, micro-segmentation and secure network architectures Knowledge of firewalls, IDS/IPS, network monitoring and virtualised environments Previous experience delivering within secure, enterprise or defence environments Ability to mentor engineers and own technical delivery It would be an added advantage if you had any of the following: VMware NSX certification VCF, vSphere or vSAN experience Automation (Ansible, Terraform, APIs) AWS/Azure networking Please apply for immediate interview! CBSbutler is operating and advertising as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for interim / contract / temporary positions. CBSbutler is an Equal Opportunities employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds. JBRP1_UKTJ
01/08/2026
Full time
Senior Network Engineer - NSX - Defence Contract - 6 Months - fully onsite Based in Yeovil (3-5 days) compressed hours available DV Clearance is required for this role Recruiting for an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join a leading organisation delivering secure, mission-critical technology solutions within the UK defence sector. This is a hands-on engineering role where you'll design, implement and support VMware NSX-T and software-defined networking solutions across highly secure environments, while providing technical leadership to project teams. Experience includes: Strong experience with VMware NSX-T (or equivalent network virtualisation platforms) Expertise in TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VPNs, VLANs, QoS and Cisco networking Experience with software-defined networking, micro-segmentation and secure network architectures Knowledge of firewalls, IDS/IPS, network monitoring and virtualised environments Previous experience delivering within secure, enterprise or defence environments Ability to mentor engineers and own technical delivery It would be an added advantage if you had any of the following: VMware NSX certification VCF, vSphere or vSAN experience Automation (Ansible, Terraform, APIs) AWS/Azure networking Please apply for immediate interview! CBSbutler is operating and advertising as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for interim / contract / temporary positions. CBSbutler is an Equal Opportunities employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds. JBRP1_UKTJ
Senior Network Engineer - NSX - Defence Contract - 6 Months - fully onsite Based in Yeovil (3-5 days) compressed hours available DV Clearance is required for this role Recruiting for an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join a leading organisation delivering secure, mission-critical technology solutions within the UK defence sector. This is a hands-on engineering role where you'll design, implement and support VMware NSX-T and software-defined networking solutions across highly secure environments, while providing technical leadership to project teams. Experience includes: Strong experience with VMware NSX-T (or equivalent network virtualisation platforms) Expertise in TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VPNs, VLANs, QoS and Cisco networking Experience with software-defined networking, micro-segmentation and secure network architectures Knowledge of firewalls, IDS/IPS, network monitoring and virtualised environments Previous experience delivering within secure, enterprise or defence environments Ability to mentor engineers and own technical delivery It would be an added advantage if you had any of the following: VMware NSX certification VCF, vSphere or vSAN experience Automation (Ansible, Terraform, APIs) AWS/Azure networking Please apply for immediate interview! CBSbutler is operating and advertising as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for interim / contract / temporary positions. CBSbutler is an Equal Opportunities employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds. JBRP1_UKTJ
01/08/2026
Full time
Senior Network Engineer - NSX - Defence Contract - 6 Months - fully onsite Based in Yeovil (3-5 days) compressed hours available DV Clearance is required for this role Recruiting for an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join a leading organisation delivering secure, mission-critical technology solutions within the UK defence sector. This is a hands-on engineering role where you'll design, implement and support VMware NSX-T and software-defined networking solutions across highly secure environments, while providing technical leadership to project teams. Experience includes: Strong experience with VMware NSX-T (or equivalent network virtualisation platforms) Expertise in TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VPNs, VLANs, QoS and Cisco networking Experience with software-defined networking, micro-segmentation and secure network architectures Knowledge of firewalls, IDS/IPS, network monitoring and virtualised environments Previous experience delivering within secure, enterprise or defence environments Ability to mentor engineers and own technical delivery It would be an added advantage if you had any of the following: VMware NSX certification VCF, vSphere or vSAN experience Automation (Ansible, Terraform, APIs) AWS/Azure networking Please apply for immediate interview! CBSbutler is operating and advertising as an Employment Agency for permanent positions and as an Employment Business for interim / contract / temporary positions. CBSbutler is an Equal Opportunities employer and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds. JBRP1_UKTJ
VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Automation Engineer National Grid Home-based Quarterly travel to Bristol SC Cleared Build something new from the ground up National Grid is developing a new greenfield computing environment within its IT portfolio, built around VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and the wider VMware technology stack. We're looking for an experienced VMware Cloud Foundation Engineer to join the team during the development of this new platform. This is a genuine greenfield engineering opportunity. The team is currently working through the development and validation stages, so you'll have the opportunity to influence how the platform is built, automated and ultimately transitioned into production. We're particularly interested in engineers who have enterprise-scale VMware deployment experience and who enjoy building platforms rather than simply maintaining existing environments. What you'll be doing You'll play a hands-on role in developing the new VMware platform, including: Building and configuring VMware Cloud Foundation, vSphere and ESXi Supporting the development of VCF workload domains, clusters and compute infrastructure. Using VCF APIs, Ansible and Python to automate deployment and configuration. Developing repeatable Infrastructure as Code and Git-based deployment practices. Automating VM provisioning, configuration and standardisation. Working with the wider engineering team across NSX, networking, storage and security . Supporting the integration of the platform with enterprise monitoring and Splunk Cloud . Testing, troubleshooting and validating the platform as it progresses through development. Helping establish engineering standards, deployment patterns and operational processes for the new environment. What we're looking for You'll bring strong hands-on experience across the VMware technology stack, with particular expertise in: VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) vSphere and ESXi Enterprise-scale VMware deployments Greenfield VMware platform builds VMware compute architecture and cluster design VMware APIs and infrastructure automation Ansible and/or Python Infrastructure as Code and Git/source control Understanding of NSX and software-defined networking We're looking for someone who can do more than administer VMware. You'll ideally have built and deployed large-scale VMware environments and be comfortable working through the technical challenges that come with developing a new platform. Experience with VCF Automation/Aria, NSX, CI/CD or GitOps, Splunk Cloud, Kubernetes and enterprise networking would be advantageous. The opportunity This is a chance to join National Grid at an early stage of a significant greenfield technology initiative and help shape a new enterprise VMware platform from the ground up. You'll work alongside an experienced engineering team, contributing to technical decisions and helping develop a platform that is automated, scalable, secure and production ready. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and passion into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an all-encompassing environment that helps them thrive. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunity's employer. Please email me
01/08/2026
Contractor
VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Automation Engineer National Grid Home-based Quarterly travel to Bristol SC Cleared Build something new from the ground up National Grid is developing a new greenfield computing environment within its IT portfolio, built around VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and the wider VMware technology stack. We're looking for an experienced VMware Cloud Foundation Engineer to join the team during the development of this new platform. This is a genuine greenfield engineering opportunity. The team is currently working through the development and validation stages, so you'll have the opportunity to influence how the platform is built, automated and ultimately transitioned into production. We're particularly interested in engineers who have enterprise-scale VMware deployment experience and who enjoy building platforms rather than simply maintaining existing environments. What you'll be doing You'll play a hands-on role in developing the new VMware platform, including: Building and configuring VMware Cloud Foundation, vSphere and ESXi Supporting the development of VCF workload domains, clusters and compute infrastructure. Using VCF APIs, Ansible and Python to automate deployment and configuration. Developing repeatable Infrastructure as Code and Git-based deployment practices. Automating VM provisioning, configuration and standardisation. Working with the wider engineering team across NSX, networking, storage and security . Supporting the integration of the platform with enterprise monitoring and Splunk Cloud . Testing, troubleshooting and validating the platform as it progresses through development. Helping establish engineering standards, deployment patterns and operational processes for the new environment. What we're looking for You'll bring strong hands-on experience across the VMware technology stack, with particular expertise in: VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) vSphere and ESXi Enterprise-scale VMware deployments Greenfield VMware platform builds VMware compute architecture and cluster design VMware APIs and infrastructure automation Ansible and/or Python Infrastructure as Code and Git/source control Understanding of NSX and software-defined networking We're looking for someone who can do more than administer VMware. You'll ideally have built and deployed large-scale VMware environments and be comfortable working through the technical challenges that come with developing a new platform. Experience with VCF Automation/Aria, NSX, CI/CD or GitOps, Splunk Cloud, Kubernetes and enterprise networking would be advantageous. The opportunity This is a chance to join National Grid at an early stage of a significant greenfield technology initiative and help shape a new enterprise VMware platform from the ground up. You'll work alongside an experienced engineering team, contributing to technical decisions and helping develop a platform that is automated, scalable, secure and production ready. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and passion into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an all-encompassing environment that helps them thrive. Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunity's employer. Please email me
Performance Tester Rate: 300 - 365 Clearance required: BPSS + DV (SC issued in last 5 years / willingness to go for DV (DV Preferred) Nationality requirement: UK passport holder only Location: London Work type: Hybrid - Able to work 3 days per week on site. Security Cleared software testing test management test scripts agile methodology performance tests Apache JMeter Microsoft Visual Studio Atlassian Jira Atlassian Confluence Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Performance Tester to define and deliver the non-functional test approach for a complex, highly customised SharePoint Subscription Edition (SE) platform and its supporting AWS-hosted infrastructure. The role will be responsible for developing realistic performance test scenarios, establishing baselines across application, database, infrastructure and integration layers, and executing load, stress, scalability and resilience testing to validate platform performance under expected and peak conditions. This is a hands-on delivery role requiring strong analytical capability, close collaboration with architects, engineers and the Test Manager, and the ability to turn performance findings into clear recommendations that support technical governance, operational readiness and go/no-go decisions. Performance Test Strategy & Planning Define the performance testing approach for the SharePoint Subscription Edition platform and its supporting AWS infrastructure Develop performance test scenarios covering expected user activity, document operations, search behaviour, integration traffic and core business workflows Agree scope, entry criteria, assumptions and success measures for performance proving activities across delivery stages Ensure performance testing aligns with programme priorities, environment constraints and non-functional requirements Performance Test Execution Execute load, stress, scalability and resilience testing to confirm the platform can operate within agreed performance and capacity expectations Use performance testing tools to simulate realistic workload patterns, transaction volumes and concurrent user behaviour Support performance validation during environment proving, migration activities, cutover rehearsals and production transition Maintain high-quality performance test artefacts, evidence packs and execution records Required Skills & Experience Core Experience Proven experience in performance testing on complex enterprise platforms, ideally within SharePoint, collaboration platforms or similarly integrated environments Experience designing and executing load, stress, scalability and resilience tests across application, infrastructure, database and integration layers Strong understanding of performance bottleneck analysis, baseline establishment and tuning recommendations Experience working in multi-supplier or large programme delivery environments with close collaboration across test, engineering and architecture teams Technical Skills & Tools Hands-on experience with performance and test tooling such as NeoLoad, JMeter and Visual Studio Working knowledge of .NET / C# and basic SQL to support scripting, data validation and analysis activities Experience using Jira, Confluence and GitLab to manage test activity, documentation, defects and change control Useful additional experience with Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, RestAssured and Postman Desirable ISTQB certification and/or relevant AWS certification Familiarity with AWS-hosted environments, SQL Server, network and storage considerations, and integrated enterprise platforms Strong communication skills with the ability to present performance findings, risks and recommendations clearly to technical and delivery stakeholders 'This role requires additional vetting, which means this could take longer than our normal onboarding process. You will require additional vetting for this position, which means the process can take longer than the usual onboarding process with Capgemini. Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any queries.' If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
01/08/2026
Contractor
Performance Tester Rate: 300 - 365 Clearance required: BPSS + DV (SC issued in last 5 years / willingness to go for DV (DV Preferred) Nationality requirement: UK passport holder only Location: London Work type: Hybrid - Able to work 3 days per week on site. Security Cleared software testing test management test scripts agile methodology performance tests Apache JMeter Microsoft Visual Studio Atlassian Jira Atlassian Confluence Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Performance Tester to define and deliver the non-functional test approach for a complex, highly customised SharePoint Subscription Edition (SE) platform and its supporting AWS-hosted infrastructure. The role will be responsible for developing realistic performance test scenarios, establishing baselines across application, database, infrastructure and integration layers, and executing load, stress, scalability and resilience testing to validate platform performance under expected and peak conditions. This is a hands-on delivery role requiring strong analytical capability, close collaboration with architects, engineers and the Test Manager, and the ability to turn performance findings into clear recommendations that support technical governance, operational readiness and go/no-go decisions. Performance Test Strategy & Planning Define the performance testing approach for the SharePoint Subscription Edition platform and its supporting AWS infrastructure Develop performance test scenarios covering expected user activity, document operations, search behaviour, integration traffic and core business workflows Agree scope, entry criteria, assumptions and success measures for performance proving activities across delivery stages Ensure performance testing aligns with programme priorities, environment constraints and non-functional requirements Performance Test Execution Execute load, stress, scalability and resilience testing to confirm the platform can operate within agreed performance and capacity expectations Use performance testing tools to simulate realistic workload patterns, transaction volumes and concurrent user behaviour Support performance validation during environment proving, migration activities, cutover rehearsals and production transition Maintain high-quality performance test artefacts, evidence packs and execution records Required Skills & Experience Core Experience Proven experience in performance testing on complex enterprise platforms, ideally within SharePoint, collaboration platforms or similarly integrated environments Experience designing and executing load, stress, scalability and resilience tests across application, infrastructure, database and integration layers Strong understanding of performance bottleneck analysis, baseline establishment and tuning recommendations Experience working in multi-supplier or large programme delivery environments with close collaboration across test, engineering and architecture teams Technical Skills & Tools Hands-on experience with performance and test tooling such as NeoLoad, JMeter and Visual Studio Working knowledge of .NET / C# and basic SQL to support scripting, data validation and analysis activities Experience using Jira, Confluence and GitLab to manage test activity, documentation, defects and change control Useful additional experience with Selenium, Cypress, Playwright, RestAssured and Postman Desirable ISTQB certification and/or relevant AWS certification Familiarity with AWS-hosted environments, SQL Server, network and storage considerations, and integrated enterprise platforms Strong communication skills with the ability to present performance findings, risks and recommendations clearly to technical and delivery stakeholders 'This role requires additional vetting, which means this could take longer than our normal onboarding process. You will require additional vetting for this position, which means the process can take longer than the usual onboarding process with Capgemini. Please do not hesitate to get in touch if you have any queries.' If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
AWS Solution Architect Location: London / Manchester / Leeds hybrid and flexible working available Grade: GG11 GG13 Important eligibility requirement: This role requires satisfactory security clearance. If you're not currently cleared, you'll need to be eligible for clearance and willing to go through the process. About the company Our client is a major global organisation home to thousands of digital, cyber and intelligence experts, working collaboratively across multiple countries to collect, connect and understand complex data helping governments, nation states, armed forces and commercial businesses unlock digital advantage in the most demanding environments. With a rich history spanning decades in National Security, they support customers in delivering some of the most vital missions in the public sector, and are known for a strong culture of diversity, inclusion, and genuine work-life balance. The role As AWS Solution Architect, you'll work closely with customers to define and architect the functional blocks of AWS to support their cloud adoption journey and beyond. This is a key, customer-facing role eliciting requirements for cloud adoption and cloud-native architectures, understanding existing ecosystems, and defining the patterns and services needed for a successful, well-architected migration to AWS. Core duties Take the technical lead role in migration enablement work Work with the wider community of development teams to deliver migration services using common code, standards and artefact formats driving collaboration, particularly around service dependencies Define and document AWS architecture for migration (baseline, target, roadmap, patterns, standards, reference architectures, etc.), supporting a wide range of use cases Run architectural reviews of the platform at appropriate intervals to make best use of vendor technologies Proactively define, optimise, automate, publish and communicate deployment patterns for migration Support engineering teams in optimising the migration path Act as an escalation point for engineering teams on troubleshooting and incident management Drive the adoption of automation across the platform, using common methods with other platforms Document deployed systems, scripts and working practices to enable re-use and support for users globally About you You'll have experience in many of the following: Cloud migration experience Experience in cloud platform architecture with AWS, defining cloud reference architectures and patterns in a large, multi-account AWS estate Strong AWS experience, with a track record of solving complex business issues regarded as an AWS subject matter expert Experience with DevOps and CI/CD tools Experience with AWS security services and network services Experience working within an Agile framework Good understanding of AWS security concepts and cyber security goals Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to motivate teams to adopt new tools and set new standards Nice to have (but not essential): Industry certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional), or AWS Speciality certifications (Security, Advanced Networking) A scaled agile framework certification, such as SAFe Experience managing stakeholders, including users and senior management Experience mentoring junior engineers What's in it for you Flexible and hybrid working, with core hours and part-time options available 25 days' holiday a year, with the option to buy, sell or carry over Flexible benefits package including private medical and dental insurance, a competitive pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, and more Company bonus scheme Access to a range of Diversity & Support groups covering everything from gender diversity to mental health and wellbeing A large organisation with a genuinely close-knit, team-focused culture JBRP1_UKTJ
31/07/2026
Full time
AWS Solution Architect Location: London / Manchester / Leeds hybrid and flexible working available Grade: GG11 GG13 Important eligibility requirement: This role requires satisfactory security clearance. If you're not currently cleared, you'll need to be eligible for clearance and willing to go through the process. About the company Our client is a major global organisation home to thousands of digital, cyber and intelligence experts, working collaboratively across multiple countries to collect, connect and understand complex data helping governments, nation states, armed forces and commercial businesses unlock digital advantage in the most demanding environments. With a rich history spanning decades in National Security, they support customers in delivering some of the most vital missions in the public sector, and are known for a strong culture of diversity, inclusion, and genuine work-life balance. The role As AWS Solution Architect, you'll work closely with customers to define and architect the functional blocks of AWS to support their cloud adoption journey and beyond. This is a key, customer-facing role eliciting requirements for cloud adoption and cloud-native architectures, understanding existing ecosystems, and defining the patterns and services needed for a successful, well-architected migration to AWS. Core duties Take the technical lead role in migration enablement work Work with the wider community of development teams to deliver migration services using common code, standards and artefact formats driving collaboration, particularly around service dependencies Define and document AWS architecture for migration (baseline, target, roadmap, patterns, standards, reference architectures, etc.), supporting a wide range of use cases Run architectural reviews of the platform at appropriate intervals to make best use of vendor technologies Proactively define, optimise, automate, publish and communicate deployment patterns for migration Support engineering teams in optimising the migration path Act as an escalation point for engineering teams on troubleshooting and incident management Drive the adoption of automation across the platform, using common methods with other platforms Document deployed systems, scripts and working practices to enable re-use and support for users globally About you You'll have experience in many of the following: Cloud migration experience Experience in cloud platform architecture with AWS, defining cloud reference architectures and patterns in a large, multi-account AWS estate Strong AWS experience, with a track record of solving complex business issues regarded as an AWS subject matter expert Experience with DevOps and CI/CD tools Experience with AWS security services and network services Experience working within an Agile framework Good understanding of AWS security concepts and cyber security goals Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to motivate teams to adopt new tools and set new standards Nice to have (but not essential): Industry certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional), or AWS Speciality certifications (Security, Advanced Networking) A scaled agile framework certification, such as SAFe Experience managing stakeholders, including users and senior management Experience mentoring junior engineers What's in it for you Flexible and hybrid working, with core hours and part-time options available 25 days' holiday a year, with the option to buy, sell or carry over Flexible benefits package including private medical and dental insurance, a competitive pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, and more Company bonus scheme Access to a range of Diversity & Support groups covering everything from gender diversity to mental health and wellbeing A large organisation with a genuinely close-knit, team-focused culture JBRP1_UKTJ
AWS Solution Architect Location: London / Manchester / Leeds hybrid and flexible working available Grade: GG11 GG13 Important eligibility requirement: This role requires satisfactory security clearance. If you're not currently cleared, you'll need to be eligible for clearance and willing to go through the process. About the company Our client is a major global organisation home to thousands of digital, cyber and intelligence experts, working collaboratively across multiple countries to collect, connect and understand complex data helping governments, nation states, armed forces and commercial businesses unlock digital advantage in the most demanding environments. With a rich history spanning decades in National Security, they support customers in delivering some of the most vital missions in the public sector, and are known for a strong culture of diversity, inclusion, and genuine work-life balance. The role As AWS Solution Architect, you'll work closely with customers to define and architect the functional blocks of AWS to support their cloud adoption journey and beyond. This is a key, customer-facing role eliciting requirements for cloud adoption and cloud-native architectures, understanding existing ecosystems, and defining the patterns and services needed for a successful, well-architected migration to AWS. Core duties Take the technical lead role in migration enablement work Work with the wider community of development teams to deliver migration services using common code, standards and artefact formats driving collaboration, particularly around service dependencies Define and document AWS architecture for migration (baseline, target, roadmap, patterns, standards, reference architectures, etc.), supporting a wide range of use cases Run architectural reviews of the platform at appropriate intervals to make best use of vendor technologies Proactively define, optimise, automate, publish and communicate deployment patterns for migration Support engineering teams in optimising the migration path Act as an escalation point for engineering teams on troubleshooting and incident management Drive the adoption of automation across the platform, using common methods with other platforms Document deployed systems, scripts and working practices to enable re-use and support for users globally About you You'll have experience in many of the following: Cloud migration experience Experience in cloud platform architecture with AWS, defining cloud reference architectures and patterns in a large, multi-account AWS estate Strong AWS experience, with a track record of solving complex business issues regarded as an AWS subject matter expert Experience with DevOps and CI/CD tools Experience with AWS security services and network services Experience working within an Agile framework Good understanding of AWS security concepts and cyber security goals Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to motivate teams to adopt new tools and set new standards Nice to have (but not essential): Industry certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional), or AWS Speciality certifications (Security, Advanced Networking) A scaled agile framework certification, such as SAFe Experience managing stakeholders, including users and senior management Experience mentoring junior engineers What's in it for you Flexible and hybrid working, with core hours and part-time options available 25 days' holiday a year, with the option to buy, sell or carry over Flexible benefits package including private medical and dental insurance, a competitive pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, and more Company bonus scheme Access to a range of Diversity & Support groups covering everything from gender diversity to mental health and wellbeing A large organisation with a genuinely close-knit, team-focused culture JBRP1_UKTJ
31/07/2026
Full time
AWS Solution Architect Location: London / Manchester / Leeds hybrid and flexible working available Grade: GG11 GG13 Important eligibility requirement: This role requires satisfactory security clearance. If you're not currently cleared, you'll need to be eligible for clearance and willing to go through the process. About the company Our client is a major global organisation home to thousands of digital, cyber and intelligence experts, working collaboratively across multiple countries to collect, connect and understand complex data helping governments, nation states, armed forces and commercial businesses unlock digital advantage in the most demanding environments. With a rich history spanning decades in National Security, they support customers in delivering some of the most vital missions in the public sector, and are known for a strong culture of diversity, inclusion, and genuine work-life balance. The role As AWS Solution Architect, you'll work closely with customers to define and architect the functional blocks of AWS to support their cloud adoption journey and beyond. This is a key, customer-facing role eliciting requirements for cloud adoption and cloud-native architectures, understanding existing ecosystems, and defining the patterns and services needed for a successful, well-architected migration to AWS. Core duties Take the technical lead role in migration enablement work Work with the wider community of development teams to deliver migration services using common code, standards and artefact formats driving collaboration, particularly around service dependencies Define and document AWS architecture for migration (baseline, target, roadmap, patterns, standards, reference architectures, etc.), supporting a wide range of use cases Run architectural reviews of the platform at appropriate intervals to make best use of vendor technologies Proactively define, optimise, automate, publish and communicate deployment patterns for migration Support engineering teams in optimising the migration path Act as an escalation point for engineering teams on troubleshooting and incident management Drive the adoption of automation across the platform, using common methods with other platforms Document deployed systems, scripts and working practices to enable re-use and support for users globally About you You'll have experience in many of the following: Cloud migration experience Experience in cloud platform architecture with AWS, defining cloud reference architectures and patterns in a large, multi-account AWS estate Strong AWS experience, with a track record of solving complex business issues regarded as an AWS subject matter expert Experience with DevOps and CI/CD tools Experience with AWS security services and network services Experience working within an Agile framework Good understanding of AWS security concepts and cyber security goals Strong verbal and written communication skills Ability to motivate teams to adopt new tools and set new standards Nice to have (but not essential): Industry certifications such as AWS Certified Solutions Architect (Associate or Professional), or AWS Speciality certifications (Security, Advanced Networking) A scaled agile framework certification, such as SAFe Experience managing stakeholders, including users and senior management Experience mentoring junior engineers What's in it for you Flexible and hybrid working, with core hours and part-time options available 25 days' holiday a year, with the option to buy, sell or carry over Flexible benefits package including private medical and dental insurance, a competitive pension scheme, cycle to work scheme, and more Company bonus scheme Access to a range of Diversity & Support groups covering everything from gender diversity to mental health and wellbeing A large organisation with a genuinely close-knit, team-focused culture JBRP1_UKTJ
We are looking for a QA Test Infrastructure Engineer to work with one of our clients in the defence sector. You'll work alongside engineers, architects, and delivery specialists to develop technology that enables faster, safer decision-making for critical operations. You work will consist of: ensuring quality of products as they move from POC to production, analysing infrastructure requirements and architectures, creating infrastructure-focussed strategies and designing and executing tests across physical infrastructure and IaC. We are looking for someone with skills and experience in: Infrastructure, Networking & Operating Systems Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching, Firewalls, VLANs, and related network behaviours. Experience with physical infrastructure setup and troubleshooting (Routers, Switches, cabling). Proficiency with Linux/Unix command line for diagnostics, configuration, and validation. Experience working across virtualisation platforms (VMware, VirtualBox) and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Terraform: writing/validating HCL, managing state, using modules. Ansible: building playbooks/roles, inventories, and validating idempotency. Kubernetes: deploying workloads, validating manifests, managing clusters, and testing containerised applications. CI/CD & Automation Familiarity with CI/CD tooling (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions). Experience integrating IaC validation and environment checks into automated pipelines. Understanding of pipeline gating, automated readiness checks, and environment orchestration. Security & Compliance Strong grounding in Secure-by-Design principles, IAM, least privilege, OS hardening, network segmentation, and observability. Experience within regulated or highly governed environments (eg, MOD or similar). Ability to support compliance, assurance, and accreditation activity. Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be sole British nationals, hold DV clearance and be on site 5 days a week.
31/07/2026
Contractor
We are looking for a QA Test Infrastructure Engineer to work with one of our clients in the defence sector. You'll work alongside engineers, architects, and delivery specialists to develop technology that enables faster, safer decision-making for critical operations. You work will consist of: ensuring quality of products as they move from POC to production, analysing infrastructure requirements and architectures, creating infrastructure-focussed strategies and designing and executing tests across physical infrastructure and IaC. We are looking for someone with skills and experience in: Infrastructure, Networking & Operating Systems Strong understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, switching, Firewalls, VLANs, and related network behaviours. Experience with physical infrastructure setup and troubleshooting (Routers, Switches, cabling). Proficiency with Linux/Unix command line for diagnostics, configuration, and validation. Experience working across virtualisation platforms (VMware, VirtualBox) and cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP). Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Terraform: writing/validating HCL, managing state, using modules. Ansible: building playbooks/roles, inventories, and validating idempotency. Kubernetes: deploying workloads, validating manifests, managing clusters, and testing containerised applications. CI/CD & Automation Familiarity with CI/CD tooling (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions). Experience integrating IaC validation and environment checks into automated pipelines. Understanding of pipeline gating, automated readiness checks, and environment orchestration. Security & Compliance Strong grounding in Secure-by-Design principles, IAM, least privilege, OS hardening, network segmentation, and observability. Experience within regulated or highly governed environments (eg, MOD or similar). Ability to support compliance, assurance, and accreditation activity. Due to the nature of the work, candidates must be sole British nationals, hold DV clearance and be on site 5 days a week.
Infrastructure Engineer - eDV Cleared Gloucester Manchester London We're supporting a leading organisation operating at the forefront of National Security, Defence and Cyber Security in the search for an experienced Infrastructure Engineer. This is an opportunity to work on highly secure, mission-critical platforms that support some of the UK's most important defence, intelligence and cyber programmes. You'll join teams delivering cutting- edge capabilities across DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cyber Security and Geospatial Intelligence, working with modern technologies in complex operational environments. Due to the nature of the work, candidates must already hold active eDV clearance. The Role As an Infrastructure Engineer, you'll play a key role in the delivery, support and continuous improvement of secure enterprise-scale systems. Working within Agile and DevOps teams, you'll be responsible for maintaining operational platforms, resolving technical issues and contributing to the design and implementation of infrastructure solutions. This role offers exposure to a broad technology stack and the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled engineers on complex technical challenges. Key Responsibilities Support and maintain secure operational infrastructure and environments. Perform system administration, maintenance and backup activities. Investigate and resolve infrastructure, application and network-related issues. Contribute to the installation, configuration and ongoing improvement of systems. Assist with infrastructure design, implementation and technical problem-solving. Translate customer and project requirements into practical technical solutions. Work closely with engineering and project teams to support successful delivery. Essential Experience Active eDV clearance. Experience working within Agile, Scrum or DevOps delivery environments. Background supporting complex software-intensive or infrastructure-focused programmes. Strong Linux administration and deployment experience. Understanding of enterprise server, storage and desktop technologies. Experience working across the full systems engineering lifecycle, from requirements through to delivery and customer acceptance. Ability to take ownership of technical deliverables and work effectively with wider project teams. Desirable Skills Experience with any of the following technologies would be advantageous: Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) / CentOS Windows Server and Active Directory VMware vSphere / ESXi Terraform and Ansible Docker and Kubernetes AWS or Azure Elasticsearch / Kibana MongoDB Apache Kafka Helm Concourse CI/CD Atlassian toolset (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket) Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Networking and infrastructure monitoring TOGAF or MODAF architecture frameworks Enterprise-scale web applications and services What's on Offer Work on genuinely mission-critical National Security programmes. Exposure to modern cloud, DevOps and containerisation technologies. Opportunity to work alongside experts across cyber, AI, infrastructure and software engineering disciplines. Challenging technical environment with significant scope for growth and development. Locations available in Gloucester, Manchester or London. Benefits Competitive salary and excellent benefits eDV bonus on top of salary and annual bonus Company bonus scheme Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution) 6 times salary 'Life Assurance' with pension 25 days holiday (increasing with service) + statutory public holidays, plus opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days
31/07/2026
Full time
Infrastructure Engineer - eDV Cleared Gloucester Manchester London We're supporting a leading organisation operating at the forefront of National Security, Defence and Cyber Security in the search for an experienced Infrastructure Engineer. This is an opportunity to work on highly secure, mission-critical platforms that support some of the UK's most important defence, intelligence and cyber programmes. You'll join teams delivering cutting- edge capabilities across DevSecOps, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cyber Security and Geospatial Intelligence, working with modern technologies in complex operational environments. Due to the nature of the work, candidates must already hold active eDV clearance. The Role As an Infrastructure Engineer, you'll play a key role in the delivery, support and continuous improvement of secure enterprise-scale systems. Working within Agile and DevOps teams, you'll be responsible for maintaining operational platforms, resolving technical issues and contributing to the design and implementation of infrastructure solutions. This role offers exposure to a broad technology stack and the opportunity to work alongside highly skilled engineers on complex technical challenges. Key Responsibilities Support and maintain secure operational infrastructure and environments. Perform system administration, maintenance and backup activities. Investigate and resolve infrastructure, application and network-related issues. Contribute to the installation, configuration and ongoing improvement of systems. Assist with infrastructure design, implementation and technical problem-solving. Translate customer and project requirements into practical technical solutions. Work closely with engineering and project teams to support successful delivery. Essential Experience Active eDV clearance. Experience working within Agile, Scrum or DevOps delivery environments. Background supporting complex software-intensive or infrastructure-focused programmes. Strong Linux administration and deployment experience. Understanding of enterprise server, storage and desktop technologies. Experience working across the full systems engineering lifecycle, from requirements through to delivery and customer acceptance. Ability to take ownership of technical deliverables and work effectively with wider project teams. Desirable Skills Experience with any of the following technologies would be advantageous: Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) / CentOS Windows Server and Active Directory VMware vSphere / ESXi Terraform and Ansible Docker and Kubernetes AWS or Azure Elasticsearch / Kibana MongoDB Apache Kafka Helm Concourse CI/CD Atlassian toolset (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket) Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Networking and infrastructure monitoring TOGAF or MODAF architecture frameworks Enterprise-scale web applications and services What's on Offer Work on genuinely mission-critical National Security programmes. Exposure to modern cloud, DevOps and containerisation technologies. Opportunity to work alongside experts across cyber, AI, infrastructure and software engineering disciplines. Challenging technical environment with significant scope for growth and development. Locations available in Gloucester, Manchester or London. Benefits Competitive salary and excellent benefits eDV bonus on top of salary and annual bonus Company bonus scheme Contributory Pension Scheme (up to 10.5% company contribution) 6 times salary 'Life Assurance' with pension 25 days holiday (increasing with service) + statutory public holidays, plus opportunity to buy and sell up to 5 days
Job Description: DXC Technology is committed to building diverse, inclusive teams. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage interest from women, underrepresented groups, and neurodivergent candidates. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the hiring process and are dedicated to creating a supportive, accessible environment for everyone. Security Architect (ZTA) Location: Farnborough (onsite 5 days per week) Security Clearance: Due to the secure nature of the work and our customer requirement, candidates are required to hold current DV clearance The Security Architect designs and implements comprehensive security architectures protecting defence and aerospace IT environments. You will develop enterprise security strategies, lead security programme implementations, architect integrated defence-in-depth solutions, and ensure compliance with stringent MOD security requirements. This role demands exceptional expertise in security architecture, risk management and defence security standards. Key Responsibilities Security Strategy & Architecture Design holistic security architectures incorporating people, process and technology security. Develop enterprise-wide security strategies aligned with MOD Classification Guides and Defence Security Policy. Architect defence-in-depth security solutions across network, application, data and endpoint layers. Lead security architecture reviews and technical security assessments. Design zero-trust security models and continuous verification frameworks. Cyber Threat & Risk Management Assess cyber threat landscape and design threat-informed security architectures. Lead security risk assessments and vulnerability management programmes. Design incident response, threat intelligence and cyber defence capabilities. Architect security monitoring, detection and response solutions. Design business continuity and cyber resilience frameworks. Compliance & Standards Implementation Ensure security architectures comply with MOD security requirements and ITAR regulations. Design security solutions supporting Information Security Management System (ISMS) compliance. Architect compliance and audit capabilities for regulatory reporting. Lead security standards implementation and controls frameworks. Security Solutions & Integration Architect endpoint protection, data loss prevention (DLP) and advanced threat protection solutions. Design cloud security architectures supporting hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Architect application security, API security and secure SDLC integration. Design security operations centre (SOC) capabilities and security information and event management (SIEM). Lead security technology evaluation and implementation programmes. Technical Leadership & Governance Lead security technical teams and provide architectural mentoring. Establish security design standards, architecture patterns and operational governance. Drive technical decision-making through security design reviews. Document security architecture decisions and design specifications. Customer & Stakeholder Engagement Serve as technical authority for security architecture discussions with customer leadership. Present security recommendations to defence programme teams and executive stakeholders. Lead security architecture workshops and customer engagement activities What You'll Bring Previous background in information security within a architectural role. Proven experience designing enterprise-scale security architectures. Strong background in defence, aerospace or government security programmes. Demonstrated expertise with security operations, incident response and threat management. Track record of leading security transformation and programme implementations. Deep expertise in security architecture frameworks, methodologies and best practices. Expert-level knowledge of network security, endpoint security and application security. Strong understanding of threat models, attack vectors and defence-in-depth strategies. Proficiency in cloud security (AWS, Azure security, or equivalent). Knowledge of security tools (SIEM, DLP, EDR, WAF, firewalls, etc.). Understanding of cryptography, encryption and security protocols. Familiarity with MOD security requirements, Classification Guides and defence standards. Knowledge of compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, etc.). Personal Attributes Exceptional strategic thinking combined with strong technical depth. Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities. Proven ability to lead technical teams and influence executive stakeholders. Passion for security excellence and continuous improvement. At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
30/07/2026
Full time
Job Description: DXC Technology is committed to building diverse, inclusive teams. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and particularly encourage interest from women, underrepresented groups, and neurodivergent candidates. We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the hiring process and are dedicated to creating a supportive, accessible environment for everyone. Security Architect (ZTA) Location: Farnborough (onsite 5 days per week) Security Clearance: Due to the secure nature of the work and our customer requirement, candidates are required to hold current DV clearance The Security Architect designs and implements comprehensive security architectures protecting defence and aerospace IT environments. You will develop enterprise security strategies, lead security programme implementations, architect integrated defence-in-depth solutions, and ensure compliance with stringent MOD security requirements. This role demands exceptional expertise in security architecture, risk management and defence security standards. Key Responsibilities Security Strategy & Architecture Design holistic security architectures incorporating people, process and technology security. Develop enterprise-wide security strategies aligned with MOD Classification Guides and Defence Security Policy. Architect defence-in-depth security solutions across network, application, data and endpoint layers. Lead security architecture reviews and technical security assessments. Design zero-trust security models and continuous verification frameworks. Cyber Threat & Risk Management Assess cyber threat landscape and design threat-informed security architectures. Lead security risk assessments and vulnerability management programmes. Design incident response, threat intelligence and cyber defence capabilities. Architect security monitoring, detection and response solutions. Design business continuity and cyber resilience frameworks. Compliance & Standards Implementation Ensure security architectures comply with MOD security requirements and ITAR regulations. Design security solutions supporting Information Security Management System (ISMS) compliance. Architect compliance and audit capabilities for regulatory reporting. Lead security standards implementation and controls frameworks. Security Solutions & Integration Architect endpoint protection, data loss prevention (DLP) and advanced threat protection solutions. Design cloud security architectures supporting hybrid and multi-cloud environments. Architect application security, API security and secure SDLC integration. Design security operations centre (SOC) capabilities and security information and event management (SIEM). Lead security technology evaluation and implementation programmes. Technical Leadership & Governance Lead security technical teams and provide architectural mentoring. Establish security design standards, architecture patterns and operational governance. Drive technical decision-making through security design reviews. Document security architecture decisions and design specifications. Customer & Stakeholder Engagement Serve as technical authority for security architecture discussions with customer leadership. Present security recommendations to defence programme teams and executive stakeholders. Lead security architecture workshops and customer engagement activities What You'll Bring Previous background in information security within a architectural role. Proven experience designing enterprise-scale security architectures. Strong background in defence, aerospace or government security programmes. Demonstrated expertise with security operations, incident response and threat management. Track record of leading security transformation and programme implementations. Deep expertise in security architecture frameworks, methodologies and best practices. Expert-level knowledge of network security, endpoint security and application security. Strong understanding of threat models, attack vectors and defence-in-depth strategies. Proficiency in cloud security (AWS, Azure security, or equivalent). Knowledge of security tools (SIEM, DLP, EDR, WAF, firewalls, etc.). Understanding of cryptography, encryption and security protocols. Familiarity with MOD security requirements, Classification Guides and defence standards. Knowledge of compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, etc.). Personal Attributes Exceptional strategic thinking combined with strong technical depth. Outstanding communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities. Proven ability to lead technical teams and influence executive stakeholders. Passion for security excellence and continuous improvement. At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritizes in-person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We're committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.
Sanderson Government & Defence
Farnborough, Hampshire
Security Assurance Analyst - DV Cleared Location: Farnborough, Hampshire, UK (5 days on-site) Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time Security Clearance : Developed Vetting (DV) Salary : £70,000 - £80,000 + Benefits Key Responsibilities Security Design Review & Assessment Conduct detailed security reviews of IT architecture and design documentation Assess security controls and identify gaps against MOD security requirements Evaluate threat models and security assumptions underlying IT designs Review security specifications for completeness and MOD compliance Identify residual security risks and recommend mitigation strategies Support authority leads and advise third parties MOD Compliance & Standards Verification Verify IT designs comply with Defence Security Policy and MOD Classification Guides Assess adherence to ITAR regulations and export control requirements Review security controls against IS1 (IS1A) and other MOD security standards Validate data handling and classification compliance Ensure personnel security and vetting requirements are addressed Documentation & Reporting Prepare detailed security assessment reports documenting findings and recommendations Document security control specifications and implementation guidance Create security assessment matrices and compliance traceability matrices Provide executive summaries of security findings for stakeholder communication Maintain security documentation for compliance and audit purposes Risk Analysis & Mitigation Planning Conduct security risk assessments using appropriate risk methodologies Develop risk matrices and prioritise risks based on likelihood and impact Recommend security controls and mitigation strategies for identified risks Support risk management processes and evidence gathering for MOD approval Track risk mitigation and provide assurance of control implementation Security Control Validation Validate implementation of recommended security controls Review security test plans and validation approaches Provide assurance that security controls operate effectively Support security certification and accreditation activities Document security assurance evidence for MOD compliance Stakeholder Communication Communicate security findings and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders Facilitate security discussions between design team and customer security teams Explain complex security concepts in accessible language Support customer understanding of MOD security requirements and implications Essential Requirements Technical Knowledge Comprehensive understanding of IT security controls and security frameworks Strong knowledge of network, infrastructure, application and data security Understanding of threat modelling and risk assessment methodologies Familiarity with MOD security requirements, Classification Guides and security policy Knowledge of ITAR regulations and export control requirements Understanding of security standards (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, etc.) Practical knowledge of common IT architectures and technologies Personal Attributes Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent leadership skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Attention to detail with ability to identify gaps and inconsistencies Collaborative approach to working with architects and technical teams Ability to explain complex security concepts clearly Professional approach to challenging design decisions on security grounds Commitment to security excellence and MOD compliance Desirable Requirements Experience with defence or aerospace security programmes CISSP, CISM or equivalent security certification Experience with CESG or MOD security assessment methodologies Knowledge of Common Criteria or other formal security evaluation frameworks Familiarity with joint design team processes and defence programme delivery Background in architecture, infrastructure or systems engineering What we Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Enhanced pension and private medical insurance Flexible working arrangements Professional development and security training support Opportunity to work on high-impact defence programmes Exposure to cutting-edge defence technology and security challenges Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
30/07/2026
Full time
Security Assurance Analyst - DV Cleared Location: Farnborough, Hampshire, UK (5 days on-site) Employment Type: Permanent, Full-Time Security Clearance : Developed Vetting (DV) Salary : £70,000 - £80,000 + Benefits Key Responsibilities Security Design Review & Assessment Conduct detailed security reviews of IT architecture and design documentation Assess security controls and identify gaps against MOD security requirements Evaluate threat models and security assumptions underlying IT designs Review security specifications for completeness and MOD compliance Identify residual security risks and recommend mitigation strategies Support authority leads and advise third parties MOD Compliance & Standards Verification Verify IT designs comply with Defence Security Policy and MOD Classification Guides Assess adherence to ITAR regulations and export control requirements Review security controls against IS1 (IS1A) and other MOD security standards Validate data handling and classification compliance Ensure personnel security and vetting requirements are addressed Documentation & Reporting Prepare detailed security assessment reports documenting findings and recommendations Document security control specifications and implementation guidance Create security assessment matrices and compliance traceability matrices Provide executive summaries of security findings for stakeholder communication Maintain security documentation for compliance and audit purposes Risk Analysis & Mitigation Planning Conduct security risk assessments using appropriate risk methodologies Develop risk matrices and prioritise risks based on likelihood and impact Recommend security controls and mitigation strategies for identified risks Support risk management processes and evidence gathering for MOD approval Track risk mitigation and provide assurance of control implementation Security Control Validation Validate implementation of recommended security controls Review security test plans and validation approaches Provide assurance that security controls operate effectively Support security certification and accreditation activities Document security assurance evidence for MOD compliance Stakeholder Communication Communicate security findings and recommendations clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders Facilitate security discussions between design team and customer security teams Explain complex security concepts in accessible language Support customer understanding of MOD security requirements and implications Essential Requirements Technical Knowledge Comprehensive understanding of IT security controls and security frameworks Strong knowledge of network, infrastructure, application and data security Understanding of threat modelling and risk assessment methodologies Familiarity with MOD security requirements, Classification Guides and security policy Knowledge of ITAR regulations and export control requirements Understanding of security standards (ISO 27001, NIST CSF, etc.) Practical knowledge of common IT architectures and technologies Personal Attributes Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent leadership skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Attention to detail with ability to identify gaps and inconsistencies Collaborative approach to working with architects and technical teams Ability to explain complex security concepts clearly Professional approach to challenging design decisions on security grounds Commitment to security excellence and MOD compliance Desirable Requirements Experience with defence or aerospace security programmes CISSP, CISM or equivalent security certification Experience with CESG or MOD security assessment methodologies Knowledge of Common Criteria or other formal security evaluation frameworks Familiarity with joint design team processes and defence programme delivery Background in architecture, infrastructure or systems engineering What we Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Enhanced pension and private medical insurance Flexible working arrangements Professional development and security training support Opportunity to work on high-impact defence programmes Exposure to cutting-edge defence technology and security challenges Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.
Principal Platform Engineer | VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Yeovil HQ | 3-4 days onsite (Condensed Hours Available) Up to £800 per day Inside IR35 *DV Clearance is essential* Are you an experienced DV cleared Platform Engineer with deep VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) expertise looking to work on some of the UK's most secure and technically challenging programmes? We're partnering with a leading Defence organisation to recruit a Principal Platform Engineer who will play a key role in designing and delivering enterprise-scale, software-defined infrastructure within highly classified environments. As a Principal Platform Engineer, you'll lead the design, implementation and evolution of secure VMware Cloud Foundation platforms, working alongside highly skilled engineers to deliver resilient, enterprise-grade infrastructure. You'll combine hands-on technical leadership with architecture, mentoring and customer engagement, helping shape solutions that operate in some of the most demanding environments. What You'll Be Doing Lead the architecture, design and deployment of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) platforms. Design secure software-defined datacentre solutions spanning compute, storage and networking. Translate customer requirements into robust technical designs and implementation plans. Take ownership of complex technical work packages, providing estimates, technical leadership and delivery oversight. Embed secure-by-design principles throughout the engineering life cycle. Mentor and support engineers, helping develop capability across the wider team. Engage directly with customers and stakeholders, presenting technical solutions and influencing key decisions. Contribute to platform strategy, innovation and the evolution of future infrastructure capabilities. You'll have strong experience across several of the following: VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), including vSphere, vSAN, NSX and Aria Suite Enterprise virtualisation and software-defined datacentre technologies Windows and Linux administration Networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing and Firewalls NSX, network virtualisation and micro-segmentation Infrastructure automation using PowerShell, Python, Bash, Ansible and/or Terraform Secure platform engineering within enterprise, government or defence environments Systems engineering across the full project life cycle Enterprise platform integration across compute, storage and networking VMware VCAP certification AWS or other public cloud platforms Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevSecOps practices VxRail and hyper-converged infrastructure VMware Cloud Foundation life cycle management, patching and upgrades Active Directory, PKI, PAM, SIEM and enterprise monitoring integrations Kubernetes and container platforms Security Clearance Due to the nature of the work, DV Clearance is essential, we are not able to consider candidates with SC or below, please do not apply if you do not hold this level of clearance. What's on Offer? Up to £800 per day (Inside IR35) Long-term programme within a leading Defence organisation Condensed working hours available Work on highly secure, enterprise-scale platforms using cutting-edge VMware technologies The opportunity to influence architecture, mentor talented engineers and work on genuinely mission-critical infrastructure
30/07/2026
Contractor
Principal Platform Engineer | VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Yeovil HQ | 3-4 days onsite (Condensed Hours Available) Up to £800 per day Inside IR35 *DV Clearance is essential* Are you an experienced DV cleared Platform Engineer with deep VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) expertise looking to work on some of the UK's most secure and technically challenging programmes? We're partnering with a leading Defence organisation to recruit a Principal Platform Engineer who will play a key role in designing and delivering enterprise-scale, software-defined infrastructure within highly classified environments. As a Principal Platform Engineer, you'll lead the design, implementation and evolution of secure VMware Cloud Foundation platforms, working alongside highly skilled engineers to deliver resilient, enterprise-grade infrastructure. You'll combine hands-on technical leadership with architecture, mentoring and customer engagement, helping shape solutions that operate in some of the most demanding environments. What You'll Be Doing Lead the architecture, design and deployment of VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) platforms. Design secure software-defined datacentre solutions spanning compute, storage and networking. Translate customer requirements into robust technical designs and implementation plans. Take ownership of complex technical work packages, providing estimates, technical leadership and delivery oversight. Embed secure-by-design principles throughout the engineering life cycle. Mentor and support engineers, helping develop capability across the wider team. Engage directly with customers and stakeholders, presenting technical solutions and influencing key decisions. Contribute to platform strategy, innovation and the evolution of future infrastructure capabilities. You'll have strong experience across several of the following: VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), including vSphere, vSAN, NSX and Aria Suite Enterprise virtualisation and software-defined datacentre technologies Windows and Linux administration Networking fundamentals including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing and Firewalls NSX, network virtualisation and micro-segmentation Infrastructure automation using PowerShell, Python, Bash, Ansible and/or Terraform Secure platform engineering within enterprise, government or defence environments Systems engineering across the full project life cycle Enterprise platform integration across compute, storage and networking VMware VCAP certification AWS or other public cloud platforms Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevSecOps practices VxRail and hyper-converged infrastructure VMware Cloud Foundation life cycle management, patching and upgrades Active Directory, PKI, PAM, SIEM and enterprise monitoring integrations Kubernetes and container platforms Security Clearance Due to the nature of the work, DV Clearance is essential, we are not able to consider candidates with SC or below, please do not apply if you do not hold this level of clearance. What's on Offer? Up to £800 per day (Inside IR35) Long-term programme within a leading Defence organisation Condensed working hours available Work on highly secure, enterprise-scale platforms using cutting-edge VMware technologies The opportunity to influence architecture, mentor talented engineers and work on genuinely mission-critical infrastructure
DV Cleared Infrastructure Test Engineers (x2) Location: Onsite - Hampshire Contract: Initial 12-Month Contract Rate: £500-£600 per day (Outside IR35) Security Clearance: Active DV Clearance Required We are currently seeking two experienced DV Cleared Infrastructure Test Engineers / Test SMEs to support a high-profile, secure infrastructure programme within a complex and mission-critical environment. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the delivery assurance of critical infrastructure platforms and services, providing hands on testing expertise across the full test lifecycle. Successful candidates will be responsible for planning, executing and assuring infrastructure testing activities while working closely with engineering, architecture and service delivery teams. Key Responsibilities Develop, review and execute Infrastructure Test Strategies, Test Plans, Test Scripts and Test Cases. Perform functional, integration, system, performance and operational testing across complex infrastructure environments. Manage defects throughout the full lifecycle, including identification, logging, tracking and validation of fixes. Produce comprehensive test evidence, reporting and assurance documentation. Validate infrastructure deployments against technical, operational and business requirements. Support test readiness reviews, execution activities and operational acceptance processes. Collaborate with Infrastructure Engineers, Architects, Service Delivery teams and third-party suppliers. Identify testing risks, issues and dependencies, providing mitigation recommendations where required. Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes, methodologies and tooling. Essential Experience Active DV Clearance (mandatory). Proven experience delivering infrastructure testing within secure, complex or enterprise-scale environments. Strong understanding of the full testing lifecycle, including planning, execution, defect management and reporting. Experience producing test strategies, test plans, scripts and supporting test evidence. Hands on experience with functional, non-functional and performance testing. Ability to work independently within highly secure environments. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable Technical Experience We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas: Infrastructure Test SME - Virtual Desktop & Windows Technologies Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) platforms. Windows Server administration and infrastructure testing. Proxy services and proxy chaining technologies. Enterprise authentication and access management solutions. End-user computing and desktop service validation. Infrastructure Test SME - DNS & Virtualisation DNS infrastructure and associated enterprise services. VMware vSphere and virtualisation platforms. Infrastructure services testing and validation. Enterprise network services and platform testing. Performance, resilience and failover testing within virtualised environments. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced DV Cleared Infrastructure Test professionals to contribute to a strategically important programme, working within a highly secure and technically challenging environment.
30/07/2026
Full time
DV Cleared Infrastructure Test Engineers (x2) Location: Onsite - Hampshire Contract: Initial 12-Month Contract Rate: £500-£600 per day (Outside IR35) Security Clearance: Active DV Clearance Required We are currently seeking two experienced DV Cleared Infrastructure Test Engineers / Test SMEs to support a high-profile, secure infrastructure programme within a complex and mission-critical environment. This is an opportunity to play a key role in the delivery assurance of critical infrastructure platforms and services, providing hands on testing expertise across the full test lifecycle. Successful candidates will be responsible for planning, executing and assuring infrastructure testing activities while working closely with engineering, architecture and service delivery teams. Key Responsibilities Develop, review and execute Infrastructure Test Strategies, Test Plans, Test Scripts and Test Cases. Perform functional, integration, system, performance and operational testing across complex infrastructure environments. Manage defects throughout the full lifecycle, including identification, logging, tracking and validation of fixes. Produce comprehensive test evidence, reporting and assurance documentation. Validate infrastructure deployments against technical, operational and business requirements. Support test readiness reviews, execution activities and operational acceptance processes. Collaborate with Infrastructure Engineers, Architects, Service Delivery teams and third-party suppliers. Identify testing risks, issues and dependencies, providing mitigation recommendations where required. Contribute to the continuous improvement of testing processes, methodologies and tooling. Essential Experience Active DV Clearance (mandatory). Proven experience delivering infrastructure testing within secure, complex or enterprise-scale environments. Strong understanding of the full testing lifecycle, including planning, execution, defect management and reporting. Experience producing test strategies, test plans, scripts and supporting test evidence. Hands on experience with functional, non-functional and performance testing. Ability to work independently within highly secure environments. Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable Technical Experience We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas: Infrastructure Test SME - Virtual Desktop & Windows Technologies Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) platforms. Windows Server administration and infrastructure testing. Proxy services and proxy chaining technologies. Enterprise authentication and access management solutions. End-user computing and desktop service validation. Infrastructure Test SME - DNS & Virtualisation DNS infrastructure and associated enterprise services. VMware vSphere and virtualisation platforms. Infrastructure services testing and validation. Enterprise network services and platform testing. Performance, resilience and failover testing within virtualised environments. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced DV Cleared Infrastructure Test professionals to contribute to a strategically important programme, working within a highly secure and technically challenging environment.
LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
Basingstoke, Hampshire
Role: Technical Lead. *Must have active DV Clearance.* Location: Basingstoke Clearance level: DV required Key Responsibilities -Take full ownership of allocated work packages and drive them through design, build, test, and release into live service. -Provide strong technical leadership across Wintel-based and multi-platform environments. -Navigate and resolve obstacles including technical blockers, organisational bureaucracy, and interpersonal challenges. -Assess technical information from engineers, ensuring accuracy and calling out inconsistencies or blockers early. -Coordinate with engineering, architecture, test, change, and operations teams to maintain momentum and deliver on time. -Ensure that technical decisions are aligned with programme goals, compliance requirements, and best practices. -Monitor progress, manage risks and issues, and escalate appropriately when required. Required Skills & Experience -Proven experience as a Technical Lead, Delivery Lead, or Senior Engineer in complex IT environments. -Strong understanding of Wintel platforms (Windows Server, AD, group policy, infrastructure services, virtualisation, etc.). -Broad technical awareness across networks, security, applications, and integrations. -Ability to challenge technical teams constructively and separate fact from fiction. -Demonstrated success driving delivery in complex, bureaucratic, or high-pressure environments. -Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. -Experience working in or alongside Agile teams. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.
29/07/2026
Contractor
Role: Technical Lead. *Must have active DV Clearance.* Location: Basingstoke Clearance level: DV required Key Responsibilities -Take full ownership of allocated work packages and drive them through design, build, test, and release into live service. -Provide strong technical leadership across Wintel-based and multi-platform environments. -Navigate and resolve obstacles including technical blockers, organisational bureaucracy, and interpersonal challenges. -Assess technical information from engineers, ensuring accuracy and calling out inconsistencies or blockers early. -Coordinate with engineering, architecture, test, change, and operations teams to maintain momentum and deliver on time. -Ensure that technical decisions are aligned with programme goals, compliance requirements, and best practices. -Monitor progress, manage risks and issues, and escalate appropriately when required. Required Skills & Experience -Proven experience as a Technical Lead, Delivery Lead, or Senior Engineer in complex IT environments. -Strong understanding of Wintel platforms (Windows Server, AD, group policy, infrastructure services, virtualisation, etc.). -Broad technical awareness across networks, security, applications, and integrations. -Ability to challenge technical teams constructively and separate fact from fiction. -Demonstrated success driving delivery in complex, bureaucratic, or high-pressure environments. -Strong communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. -Experience working in or alongside Agile teams. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.
