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Principal Software Engineer - TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, C++, Linux, IoT, K8 Southampton (Onsite) £75,000 + generous pension & benefits Are you an experienced Software Engineer who thrives on solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology? This is an opportunity to join a talented engineering team building advanced, real-time software systems used in safety-critical environments worldwide. You'll be working at the intersection of enterprise software, IoT, and data-driven decision-making; developing solutions that genuinely make a difference. Why this role is exciting This isn't just another enterprise software role. You'll be working on a sophisticated platform that connects physical devices (IoT) with real-time data processing, delivering actionable insights through modern web applications. The systems you help build are deployed globally and play a vital role in protecting people, infrastructure, and national security. Engineers here consistently highlight exposure to multiple Kubernetes environments (on-prem, cloud, VM-based), working across diverse customer use cases with unique technical challenges, the chance to experiment with new tools, architectures, and AI integrations, and a broad technical landscape spanning microservices, real-time systems, and distributed architectures. About You - What makes you a great fit We're looking for a technical expert who can lead and inspire. Strong background in Object Oriented Programming with knowledge of C++, Python or similar. Recent experience in TypeScript / JavaScript. Deep experience with distributed systems, microservices, and APIs. Solid understanding of connectivity (TCP/IP, device communication, telemetry). Experience working with Linux environments and Kubernetes. Ability to communicate confidently with both engineers and senior stakeholders. Proven experience leading teams including remote and offshore collaboration. A STEM degree is required, reflecting the level of technical depth and problem-solving involved. Tech environment Kubernetes across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments. Microservices architecture with real-time data processing. IoT integrations and telemetry pipelines. Modern web applications (TypeScript / JavaScript). CI/CD, DevOps, and infrastructure as code. Emerging work around AI integration and intelligent features. Why join Work on meaningful, real-world problems with global impact. Gain exposure to a broad and evolving tech stack. Be part of a team that values innovation, experimentation, and learning. Play a key role in delivering complex solutions to high-profile customers. Collaborate with a highly skilled, mission-driven engineering team. Additional info Due to the nature of the work, you must be eligible to obtain UK security clearance. Please hit apply to upload your CV or contact for more details and a confidential discussion. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Are you a Detection Engineer ready to take on the fight against modern adversaries? Join a well-established SOC working with high-profile Defence clients, where your expertise genuinely matters. In this hands-on technical role, you'll own the end-to-end design, development and maturity of detection logic across SIEM platforms-engineering effective responses to real-world attacker techniques. You'll operate with a high degree of autonomy, acting as a trusted SME across multiple secure environments within a complex MSSP setting. This is a standout opportunity to advance your career at the sharp end of cyber defence. Location: Hybrid working - 2 days per week in our Farnborough office. Security: You must hold or be eligible for SC Clearance. What you'll be doing: ? Design, build, test and continuously refine advanced SIEM detection logic, including rules, correlations and analytics. Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities and adversary TTPs, mapping them to MITRE ATT&CK to close detection and visibility gaps. Tune and validate detections to minimise false positives and deliver high-fidelity alerts for SOC analysts. Act as a technical authority, providing expert guidance to SOC Analysts, Architects and Engineers to strengthen overall detection capability. Define, implement and maintain technical detection standards across environments. Clearly communicate complex technical risks and detection logic to both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. What you'll bring: Deep SIEM expertise, building advanced detection logic, automation and complex queries in Splunk (SPL) and Microsoft Sentinel (KQL). A proven track record delivering complex detection engineering projects within enterprise or MSSP environments. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to break down sophisticated attacks into actionable detection patterns. Confidence to own technical delivery end-to-end, driving work through to completion with minimal escalation. Expert knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, with real-world application in detection engineering. A BSc in Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline. Solid scripting skills in Python, PowerShell, or similar, supporting automation and data manipulation. Experience developing detections in QRadar and/or conducting EDR-focused threat hunting (e.g. CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint). Broad infrastructure awareness across Cloud (Azure/AWS), on-prem, and SaaS / PaaS / IaaS environments. If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent. Location: Hybrid: 2 days per week in Farnborough. Security Clearance Level: SC Cleared or eligible. Internal Recruiter: Jane. Salary: To £65,000. Benefits: 25 days annual leave with the choice to buy additional days, health cash plan, life assurance and pension. Sopra Steria: Our Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets.

Network Architect (DV Cleared / Single UK National) Basingstoke Fully On-site £600+ per day Contract We're looking for an experienced Network Architect to join a multi-skilled, agile engineering team delivering complex and secure infrastructure solutions from a customer site in Basingstoke . This is a hands-on, technically challenging role where collaboration is key. You'll work closely with security, service, and management teams, contributing to project delivery while shaping and improving network architectures in a high-security environment. If you enjoy owning complex network designs end-to-end and taking accountability for delivery, performance, and continuous improvement, this role will suit you well. What you'll be doing Delivering technical implementation of medium to large network infrastructures Working on project deployments including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance Supporting project SMEs with preventative maintenance and configuration improvements Identifying risks, meeting delivery timescales, and contributing to technical frameworks on larger projects Implementing technical best practice independently within a team environment Managing systems in line with SLAs , identifying and delivering service improvements Owning complex technical issues and working with third-party suppliers where required Keeping up to date with new networking technologies, tools, and approaches to drive continuous improvement What we're looking for Proven experience implementing LAN networks and infrastructure patching from design specifications Strong background providing architectural and technical guidance to ensure compatibility with: Enterprise architectures Policies, standards, and security strategies Experience delivering work to agreed deadlines and cost constraints Ability to provide timely fixes or workarounds where issues arise Understanding that solutions often require process, service, or operating model changes , not just technology Comfortable working in complex, secure environments with multiple stakeholders Role details Rate: £600+ per day Contract: 6-month initial engagement Location: Basingstoke (BSN01) - 5 days per week on-site Clearance: High-level clearance required (Single UK National only) Working pattern: Monday to Friday Start: ASAP This is a strong opportunity for a Network Architect who wants to be hands-on, influential, and part of a collaborative team delivering secure, high-impact infrastructure.

OT Cyber Security Specialist (Contract) Location: Hybrid - 3 days onsite (Oxfordshire), remainder remote Day Rate: £400-£450 per day (Outside IR35) Start Date: ASAP Clearance: SC required Hours: 37.5 per week (typically 9:00am-5:30pm) Overview We are supporting a leading UK organisation within the advanced engineering and research sector, seeking an OT Cyber Security Specialist to play a key role in building and maturing their Operational Technology (OT) security capability. This is a greenfield opportunity to shape and implement OT security strategy, frameworks, and governance across complex industrial environments. Key Responsibilities Lead the design and delivery of the OT Security Strategy, including policies and standards Establish governance processes aligned to enterprise security frameworks Conduct OT risk assessments and gap analyses against recognised standards (e.g. IEC 62443, NIST CSF, CAF) Identify and oversee implementation of security controls across OT environments Provide technical oversight when working with managed service providers and third-party vendors Collaborate with enterprise security teams to align OT and IT security initiatives Support OT incident response, including coordination with SOC teams where applicable Mentor junior team members and contribute to capability development Track and report on OT security maturity and roadmap progress Essential Experience Proven experience developing and maturing OT security within ICS or critical infrastructure environments Strong background in defining and implementing OT security strategies, policies, and standards Deep understanding of OT security frameworks (IEC 62443, NIST CSF, CAF, ISO 27001) Experience conducting OT risk assessments, gap analysis, and remediation planning Knowledge of OT networks, segmentation, and industrial protocols Experience working closely with engineering and operational teams Ability to oversee third-party vendors and managed security services Strong documentation and stakeholder communication skills Desirable Experience Experience in solution architecture Familiarity with SIEM/SOC integration in OT environments Experience with OT asset discovery and monitoring tools Knowledge of regulatory frameworks within critical infrastructure (e.g. NIS) Experience contributing to working groups or acting as a subject matter expert. Please apply with an up to date version of your CV for immediate consideration.

NOC Engineer Aerospace / Defence Company SC Clearance Required 12 Month Contract (Inside IR35) Up to £55 per hour Newport MERITUS are working in partnership with a leading organisation within the Defence and Space sector to recruit a NOC Engineer . This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing Network Operations Centre (NOC) team delivering critical service support across MOD and commercial environments. As a key member of the Service Operations function, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining, supporting, and improving live infrastructure. Operating within a 24/7 shift environment, you will act as a technical escalation point, leading incident investigations, supporting service delivery, and ensuring systems remain secure, stable, and performant. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in networking who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment and is looking to progress their career within a highly secure and technically advanced domain. Main Responsibilities: Provide 2nd line technical support for network and infrastructure-related incidents within a live service environment Act as the primary technical point of contact during major incidents, including leading and coordinating bridge calls Investigate, diagnose, and resolve faults, escalating to L3 support where required Support the implementation of design changes and service improvements across live systems Collaborate with internal teams, including architects, engineers, and third-party suppliers, to ensure effective service delivery Ensure all activities are delivered in line with SLA/KPI targets, with accurate documentation and reporting Required Skills: Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching, DNS, DHCP) Experience working within a NOC, Service Desk, or IT support environment (L2 level) Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels Familiarity with ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Remedy, Jira) Awareness of IT security standards and compliance frameworks (ideally within regulated environments) Knowledge of or working towards Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNA) or equivalent networking experience Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the Network Engineer role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at MERITUS.

Software Engineer (Junior-Senior) £50,000-£80,000+ Hybrid Defence Sector Ready to build software that makes a real-world impact? Join a high-performing engineering team delivering mission-critical solutions within the defence and national security space. You'll work on complex, high-stakes systems where reliability, performance, and security are paramount - contributing to technology that truly matters. This opportunity is open to engineers across Junior, Mid, and Senior levels , offering clear progression, exposure to cutting-edge technologies, and the chance to work alongside experienced engineers, data scientists, and domain experts. What You'll Do Design, develop, and maintain secure, high-performance software systems Write clean, scalable code in languages such as Python, C++, Java, or JavaScript Contribute to system architecture and technical decision-making (level dependent) Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineering, data, and product Work on cloud-based and on-premise infrastructure (AWS / Azure / secure environments) Support CI/CD pipelines, testing, and deployment in regulated environments Ensure software meets strict security and compliance standards What We're Looking For STEM degree (Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or similar) Experience level: Junior: Strong academic background + internships/personal projects Mid: Commercial experience delivering production-grade software Senior: Proven track record in system design, leadership, and delivery Proficiency in at least one core language: Python, C++, Java, or JavaScript Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in complex environments Familiarity with Git, testing practices, and software development lifecycle Highly Desirable: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) Exposure to DevOps practices (CI/CD, containerisation, infrastructure as code) Knowledge of secure software development or regulated industries Important Requirements Must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC/DV) Must be willing to work within the defence/national security sector Why Join Impact: Work on systems that support national security and critical operations Progression: Clear career pathways from Junior to Senior and beyond Learning: Ongoing technical development and exposure to advanced technologies Environment: Collaborative, mission-driven engineering culture Benefits: Competitive salary, bonus, hybrid working, and long-term career stability Apply Now If you're motivated by solving complex problems and want to build secure, high-impact systems, we'd love to hear from you.

We are looking for a Managing Security Architect to help embed security best practice and secure-by-design principles across a broad range of client engagements. Reporting to the Security Architecture Lead within Cyber Security, you will work closely with architects, delivery teams, and stakeholders across the organisation to ensure security is built into solutions from the outset, rather than added later. You will play a key role in shaping secure, practical, and business-aligned outcomes for our clients. In this role, you will develop security architecture blueprints and supporting documentation, including high-level and low-level designs, review proposed architectures, and carry out security gap analyses to inform remediation and roadmap planning. Using a risk-based approach and recognised security architecture frameworks, you will design controls that address both current and emerging cyber threats while supporting client business objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to lead from the front in cyber security and deliver meaningful value to our clients. This is a hybrid role, and travel is required to customer sites, which are predominantly based in the South of England. What you will be doing: Lead security activities for large client engagements, building strong and trusted relationships with both customers and internal stakeholders. Develop and maintain security control frameworks that align with client objectives, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements. Analyse existing and proposed solution architectures to identify security risks, recommend mitigating controls, and apply secure architecture principles to strengthen security posture. Translate customer requirements into effective, innovative, and practical security solutions. Produce and review security architecture documentation, including high-level and low-level designs, implementation detail, and testing requirements. Lead security contributions to bids, proposals, and new business opportunities. Develop security control roadmaps that align organisational plans with regulatory, legal, and contractual requirements. Contribute actively to the Cyber Security Centre of Excellence. Promote awareness of emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and industry best practice across the Cyber Security team and wider organisation. Support the growth and development of the Cyber Security team through mentoring, coaching, and recruitment support. What you bring: A strong track record in a Security Architecture role, including experience leading security work across large client engagements. The ability to understand complex technical and business information and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences. Strong knowledge of security architecture principles and frameworks, including SABSA and guidance from organisations such as NIST and NCSC. Experience designing and documenting effective security controls aligned to business objectives using a risk-based approach. Strong leadership, influencing, and stakeholder management skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving capability, with the ability to assess complex situations, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with confidence engaging audiences from end users to executive leadership. Good project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and initiatives simultaneously. Strong client relationship management skills. The ability to work independently, using sound judgement and taking ownership of outcomes. A relevant cyber or information security qualification, such as CISSP, CCSK, CCSP, TOGAF, or SABSA. It would be great if you had: Cloud security reference architectures, such as AWS and Azure. NIST Cybersecurity Framework and SP 800-53 controls. NCSC guidance and standards. Secure-by-Design methodologies. Specialist security domains such as Identity and Access Management, Infrastructure Security, and Data Security. If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Permanent Location: UK Mobile - travel required Security Clearance Level: Active SC and willingness to go through DV Internal Recruiter: Jane Salary: £80,000 to £90,000 Benefits: Bonus, 25 days annual leave with the choice to buy extra days,£5,400 car allowance, 3% flex fund, medical insurance, life assurance, and 6% pension Loved reading about this job and want to know more about us? Sopra Steria's Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets.

We are looking for a Managing Security Engineer to lead the design, implementation and documentation of enterprise security monitoring platforms. This is a key technical leadership role, responsible for ensuring the right tooling, controls and processes are in place to help protect and monitor our clients' environments. This opportunity is ideally suited to someone with strong hands-on experience deploying and managing Splunk at enterprise scale. In return, the role offers the chance to broaden your capability and gain deeper experience in Elastic Security, with support to build your expertise further. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to assess risk, design effective security controls and define testing requirements. You will champion security by design, promote engineering excellence and act as a trusted advisor to clients, helping them understand their security challenges and implement practical, effective solutions to strengthen their security posture. This is an excellent opportunity to deepen your hands-on cybersecurity expertise while making a meaningful impact across both client and organisational security. This role is permanent and requires full-time, on-site working in Hemel Hempstead. The successful candidate may also participate in an out-of-hours call-out rota. What you will be doing: Lead the deployment, management and optimisation of Splunk Enterprise and Splunk ES platforms in large, complex environments. Support and develop capability in Elastic Stack / Elastic Security, with training and upskilling provided as needed. Design, implement and maintain data pipelines, including log ingestion, enrichment and schema standardisation. Develop and tune security detection content, translating threat intelligence and TTPs aligned to MITRE ATT&CK into actionable, high-value alerts. Manage the full detection content lifecycle: design, test, deploy, monitor, tune and retire, using version control and rollback processes. Automate workflows and platform configurations using CI/CD, SOAR, scripting and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform and Ansible. Ensure platform performance, stability and resilience through capacity planning, high availability, disaster recovery and proactive monitoring. Provide technical leadership and guidance to internal teams and clients on security monitoring strategy and best practice. What you will bring: Proven experience deploying and managing Splunk at enterprise scale. Strong hands-on knowledge of SIEM engineering, including indexing, parsing, onboarding and performance tuning. Experience designing and optimising detection content, including MITRE ATT&CK-aligned use cases and alert tuning to reduce noise. Good understanding of data pipeline engineering, log enrichment, data quality and large-scale ingestion architectures. Strong knowledge of SPL; experience with KQL and EQL would be beneficial, but is not essential. Experience with automation and Infrastructure-as-Code within security monitoring or SIEM environments. Solid understanding of SIEM platform operations, including clustering, scaling, high availability, disaster recovery and performance optimisation. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to improving security operations. An interest in developing expertise in Elastic Security, with support and training available as part of the role. If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent Location: Hemel Hempstead Security Clearance Level: DV Cleared Internal Recruiter: Jane Salary: from £DOE Benefits: £5400 Car Allowance, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days, private health care, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund Loved reading about this job and want to know more about us? Sopra Steria's Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets.

Azure Architect £700-800 per day Outside IR35 - 6 months SW, intermittent in-office requirement. Azure Architect - DV Cleared Ncounter is supporting a specialist consultancy delivering into highly sensitive National Security programmes, now seeking a DV Cleared Azure Architect to lead the design of secure, cloud-native platforms within a greenfield environment. This is a senior, hands-on architecture role combining deep technical delivery with client-facing advisory. You will define and shape Azure-based solutions, ensuring they are secure, scalable, and aligned to operational needs within high-assurance environments. Alongside design ownership, you will work closely with stakeholders to guide cloud strategy, architecture standards, and long-term platform evolution. Key Responsibilities • Design and deliver secure Azure cloud architectures across complex programmes • Define infrastructure and platform standards using infrastructure as code • Lead cloud migration and transformation initiatives from legacy environments • Embed security, governance, and compliance into all architectural designs • Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure scalable, resilient delivery • Advise stakeholders on Azure strategy, best practice, and emerging capabilities What We're Looking For • Active DV clearance is essential • Strong experience designing solutions on Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, networking) • Proven background in cloud architecture within secure or regulated environments • Expertise in infrastructure as code, for example Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates • Strong understanding of cloud security, identity, and access management principles • Experience working closely with stakeholders in a consulting or advisory capacity This is a high-impact opportunity to take ownership of cloud architecture on critical programmes, shaping secure Azure environments from the ground up while influencing long-term strategy. If you hold active DV clearance and want to play a key role in delivering secure, cloud-first solutions, we encourage you to get in touch.

Lead Network Engineer (VMware NSX) - SC / DV Cleared Location: Reading (On-site) Salary: Up to £75,000 + Company Bonus To apply, email: A highly secure government programme is looking for a Lead Network Engineer with strong expertise in VMware NSX to join a specialist networking team. This is a key technical role where you'll act as the subject matter expert for NSX, leading the design, implementation, and optimisation of network architectures within hyperconverged infrastructure environments. You'll be working with cutting-edge technologies to solve complex challenges in a secure setting. Due to the nature of the work, SC or DV clearance is required (DV eligible as a minimum). Key Responsibilities Lead the deployment and configuration of NSX-T components Design and implement logical networking, distributed firewalling, load balancing, and VPN services Drive network virtualisation and micro-segmentation strategies Ensure high availability, performance, and security across network services Design and maintain identity and access management solutions Collaborate with infrastructure, security, and automation teams Key Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with: VMware NSX-T VMware AVI Load Balancers Cisco secure networking Experience working within hyperconverged infrastructure (HCI) environments Proven ability to design and deliver scalable network architectures Strong understanding of identity and tiered access models Experience in highly automated environments Desirable Experience SD-WAN Network monitoring and management tools Security best practices and secure design principles Automation tools such as Ansible and Terraform

DevOps Engineer Senior or Mid Level Role: DevOps Engineer or Senior DevOps Engineer (Flexible Seniority) Security Clearance: Current DV Clearance Required (eDV Eligibility Essential) Location: Central London (Hybrid - Maximum 3 days in office) Salary: 50,000 - 85,000 (D.O.E) I am currently partnering with an elite technical consultancy that operates at the mission-critical intersection of AI, Data Science, and National Security . My client is looking for a DV-cleared DevOps specialist to join a division dedicated to solving high-stakes challenges that drive genuine societal change. This is a rare opportunity for a cleared professional to step out of "legacy" environments and work with a modern tech stack-including AI infrastructure and cloud-native automation -within a culture that offers a maximum 3-day office presence. The Choice is Yours: Engineer or Senior? My client prioritizes the right mindset and clearance level over a specific number of years on a CV. They are open to meeting candidates at two levels: Engineer ( 50k - 65k): You'll be the engine room of the deployment cycle-building robust CI/CD pipelines, automating AWS environments, and ensuring high-availability for complex AI solutions. Senior Engineer ( 65k - 85k): You will take a "player-coach" approach-architecting bespoke infrastructure, mentoring rising talent, and challenging existing orthodoxies to shape the firm's long-term engineering roadmap. The Tech Challenge Working in highly collaborative, cleared squads alongside Software Engineers and Data Scientists, you will: Automate AI Workflows: Design and deploy infrastructure for AI and Machine Learning solutions tailored for secure, restricted client environments. Scale AWS Environments: Leverage Terraform, Kubernetes, and GitOps to manage complex, highly-restricted infrastructures. Drive Operational Excellence: Act as the pivotal link between technical delivery and mission-critical requirements, ensuring solutions are robust, compliant, and cutting-edge. What You'll Bring To be successful in this process, you will need: Clearance: You must currently hold DV Clearance and be eligible for eDV . Technical Foundations: Proven experience with AWS, Docker, and Git. Infrastructure as Code: A solid grip on Terraform and/or Kubernetes. Agile Mindset: You thrive in fast-paced environments and can navigate change effectively. Software Awareness: Knowledge of the dev lifecycle (TypeScript, Node.js, or SQL) is a major advantage. Apply now for a confidential discussion regarding the role, the client, and their 2026 project roadmap.

Nutanix Platform Engineer Stoke on Trent Office The Infrastructure Engineer (Nutanix) is responsible for the build, configuration, and implementation of Nutanix-based hyper-converged infrastructure platforms , delivering robust, scalable, and secure compute, storage, and virtualisation services. Must be able to design, building and configuring Nutanix HCI environments Build, configure, and deploy Nutanix HCI clusters, including compute, storage, and virtualisation components Install, configure, and manage Nutanix AHV, AOS, Prism, and associated management tools Nutanix certifications (NCA, NCP, NCM or equivalent) Strong knowledge of virtualisation, compute, storage, and infrastructure platforms Experience with cluster deployments, upgrades, and lifecycle management Solid understanding of infrastructure security, resilience, and availability principles Ability to work from technical designs and implement them accurately Translating design requirements into fully operational infrastructure through hands-on engineering, standardised builds, and repeatable configurations. You will lead the deployment and configuration of Nutanix clusters, AHV, storage services, and management tooling, ensuring platforms are built in line with architectural standards, security requirements, and operational best practices. Working closely with other departments, cross functional teams in close collaboration supporting the delivery of private and hybrid cloud solutions. This is an office-based role in Stoke. You will need to have Security Clearance or be eligible to go through the process and DV.

PNT Engineer Gloucester / Hybrid 50,000 - 70,000 + Progression + Technical Leadership + Pension + Holidays + Secure Projects Are you an experienced engineer with a strong background in PNT (Positioning, Navigation and Timing) and network synchronisation technologies within secure or critical infrastructure environments? This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-to-senior level specialist to take on a technical authority role within a growing communications and infrastructure organisation delivering secure, high-precision timing and synchronisation solutions across the UK. The company is an established engineering-led business specialising in secure communications, network architecture and infrastructure transformation across defence and regulated sectors. With continued growth, they are seeking a PNT / Synchronisation Technical Specialist Engineer to lead design, implementation and technical governance across multiple programmes. In this role, you will act as the subject matter expert for PNT and synchronisation technologies, supporting both internal teams and external stakeholders. You will be responsible for architecture design, implementation, and ensuring solutions meet strict performance, security and governance requirements. This position offers strong technical ownership, stakeholder influence and the opportunity to work on highly secure, large-scale network environments. The Role: Act as Technical Authority and primary SME for PNT and synchronisation technologies Gather and define stakeholder requirements for secure timing and synchronisation solutions Design and implement scalable, secure synchronisation network architectures Produce and control high- and low-level design, configuration and governance documentation Identify risks and support migration and transition planning Provide technical leadership and support across internal teams, customers and partners The Person: Degree-qualified or equivalent experience in Telecommunications or a related field with 5+ years' industry experience Strong experience in PNT technologies and synchronisation protocols (e.g. NTP, PTP, SyncE) Proven background in network synchronisation design, architecture and implementation Experience within defence, CNI or other highly regulated environments Strong understanding of networking, routing and switching principles Eligible for SC clearance with strong stakeholder communication and leadership skills Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

ServiceNow Solutions Advisory Lead Salary: £110,000 to £130,000 pa + 10% Bonus plus benefits, perks and healthcare options Job Type: Permanent - Hybrid/2 x days per week - Travel to client site Location: London, Woking, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Glasgow, UK Wide Overview: We're looking for a Senior ServiceNow Solutions Advisor who is passionate about solving real-world challenges through technology. You'll work closely with senior stakeholders both internally and within key clients to create ServiceNow strategies that translate business issues into relevant technical solutions and competitive propositions that are scalable, secure, and sustainable. Your Role: You will Partner with Senior Leaders (including CxOs) and advise on large-scale transformation deals and complex programmes to drive the growth agenda across ServiceNow. Build and nurture long-term relationships with clients and internal teams, creating shared value and trust. Apply your technical expertise and problem-solving mindset to design innovative, practical solutions for complex challenges. Represent the Cloud Infrastructure Management Advisory team in key forums, contributing to strategic initiatives and thought leadership. Collaborate across diverse teams, supporting knowledge sharing, mentoring, and continuous learning. Your skills and experience: Deep expertise in ServiceNow, including solution architecture, development, administration, and custom integrations. Proven ability to lead and deliver complex ServiceNow solutions, from strategy through to implementation, across multiple modules and client environments. Strong communication and consulting skills, with the ability to build relationships with CxOs and contribute innovative ideas to client engagements and bids. Certified in ServiceNow (CSA required; implementation certifications preferred) and ITIL Foundation, with knowledge of SaaS/on-prem architecture. Ability to translate business needs into scalable, user-centric ServiceNow solutions. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with a focus on inclusive leadership and team empowerment. To be successfully appointed to this role, it is a requirement to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance. To obtain SC clearance, the successful applicant must have resided continuously within the United Kingdom for the last 5 years, along with other criteria and requirements. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment, we want to hear from you! Please send updated CV to

Network Architect - Basingstoke (Office-based) Duration: 6 months Rate: Up to 600 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through high security clearance Are you ready to make a real impact and help shape the future of technology? Our client, a reputable organisation, is seeking a talented Network Architect to join a dynamic, multi-skilled agile team in Basingstoke. This is an exciting opportunity to work on varied projects, collaborate with dedicated professionals, and contribute to innovative solutions. What you'll be doing: Lead the technical implementation of medium to large network infrastructures, ensuring delivery within timescales and managing risks. Provide expert guidance on LAN network setup, infrastructure patching, troubleshooting, and problem resolution. Advise on preventive maintenance and configuration adjustments to optimise product performance and customer satisfaction. Manage systems within SLA, proposing improvements and implementing changes to meet service standards. Engage with third parties to resolve complex product issues and ensure seamless project delivery. Stay current with new tools, products, and techniques, promoting continuous improvement within the team. What you'll bring: Proven experience in independently implementing LAN networks and infrastructure patching according to design specifications. Strong knowledge of solution development, ensuring compatibility with existing architectures, policies, and standards. Ability to meet project deadlines and manage costs effectively. Skilled in diagnosing and resolving issues swiftly, providing timely workarounds or fixes. Flexibility to adapt to changes in service, process, or operating models, aligning solutions with business needs. If you're passionate about network architecture and eager to contribute to impactful projects, we want to hear from you! Apply now to join a forward-thinking team dedicated to technological excellence.

NOC Engineer Aerospace / Defence Company SC Clearance Required 12 Month Contract (Inside IR35) Up to 55 per hour Newport MERITUS are working in partnership with a leading organisation within the Defence and Space sector to recruit a NOC Engineer . This is an exciting opportunity to join a high-performing Network Operations Centre (NOC) team delivering critical service support across MOD and commercial environments. As a key member of the Service Operations function, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining, supporting, and improving live infrastructure. Operating within a 24/7 shift environment, you will act as a technical escalation point, leading incident investigations, supporting service delivery, and ensuring systems remain secure, stable, and performant. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in networking who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment and is looking to progress their career within a highly secure and technically advanced domain. Main Responsibilities: Provide 2nd line technical support for network and infrastructure-related incidents within a live service environment Act as the primary technical point of contact during major incidents, including leading and coordinating bridge calls Investigate, diagnose, and resolve faults, escalating to L3 support where required Support the implementation of design changes and service improvements across live systems Collaborate with internal teams, including architects, engineers, and third-party suppliers, to ensure effective service delivery Ensure all activities are delivered in line with SLA/KPI targets, with accurate documentation and reporting Required Skills: Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, routing, switching, DNS, DHCP) Experience working within a NOC, Service Desk, or IT support environment (L2 level) Strong communication skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels Familiarity with ITSM tools (e.g., ServiceNow, Remedy, Jira) Awareness of IT security standards and compliance frameworks (ideally within regulated environments) Knowledge of or working towards Cisco certifications (e.g., CCNA) or equivalent networking experience Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for the Network Engineer role - then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. If you have any further questions then please contact Ryan Harris at MERITUS.

Endpoint Engineer (Contract) Location: Hemel Hempstead (Onsite) Rate: 600- 700 per day (Inside IR35) Clearance: MOD DV required Role Overview Lead the day-to-day technical operations of the Windows/Endpoint team, providing subject matter expertise across endpoint security and infrastructure. The role combines hands-on engineering, team leadership, and strategic input to support operational delivery within a secure, enterprise environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a team of engineers, developing SME capability and aligning skills with digital strategy Support project delivery: solution design, estimation, implementation, and technical validation Manage and respond to incidents in line with SLAs, including escalation where required Collaborate with architects and designers to recommend and validate technical solutions Contribute to pre-sales activities and cost/effort estimation Maintain accurate documentation (operational procedures, user guides, project updates) Provide regular progress updates to project management and stakeholders Core Skills & Experience Strong endpoint security expertise (threat prevention, firewall, device & application control) Windows/Wintel environments (Server (Apply online only and Linux (RHEL 5/6) Experience with VMware, Splunk Enterprise Security, and Ivanti Proven infrastructure engineering experience in enterprise environments Team leadership and project delivery experience (e.g. PRINCE2, PMI) Strong troubleshooting, fault diagnosis, and SLA-driven support experience Experience working within structured governance frameworks Desirable MCSE (or equivalent) and additional technical certifications ITIL Foundation Experience in customer-facing environments Strong documentation and communication skills If you are interested in this Endpoint Engineer role, apply now or email me your CV at (url removed)

PNT / Synchronisation Engineer Gloucester 45,000 - 55,000 + Progression + Technical Leadership + Pension + Holidays + Secure Projects Are you an experienced engineer with a strong background in PNT (Positioning, Navigation and Timing) and network synchronisation technologies within secure or critical infrastructure environments? This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-to-senior level specialist to take on a technical authority role within a growing communications and infrastructure organisation delivering secure, high-precision timing and synchronisation solutions across the UK. The company is an established engineering-led business specialising in secure communications, network architecture and infrastructure transformation across defence and regulated sectors. With continued growth, they are seeking a PNT / Synchronisation Technical Specialist Engineer to lead design, implementation and technical governance across multiple programmes. In this role, you will act as the subject matter expert for PNT and synchronisation technologies, supporting both internal teams and external stakeholders. You will be responsible for architecture design, implementation, and ensuring solutions meet strict performance, security and governance requirements. This position offers strong technical ownership, stakeholder influence and the opportunity to work on highly secure, large-scale network environments. The Role: Act as Technical Authority and primary SME for PNT and synchronisation technologies Gather and define stakeholder requirements for secure timing and synchronisation solutions Design and implement scalable, secure synchronisation network architectures Produce and control high- and low-level design, configuration and governance documentation Identify risks and support migration and transition planning Provide technical leadership and support across internal teams, customers and partners The Person: Degree-qualified or equivalent experience in Telecommunications or a related field with 5+ years' industry experience Strong experience in PNT technologies and synchronisation protocols (e.g. NTP, PTP, SyncE) Proven background in network synchronisation design, architecture and implementation Experience within defence, CNI or other highly regulated environments Strong understanding of networking, routing and switching principles Eligible for SC clearance with strong stakeholder communication and leadership skills Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Telecoms Radio Engineer Gloucester 40,000 - 45,000 + Progression + Technical Leadership + Pension + Holidays + Secure Projects Are you an experienced Telecoms Engineer with a strong background in radio, cellular, and LPWAN technologies within secure or critical infrastructure environments? This is an excellent opportunity for a mid-to-senior level professional to take on a technical authority role within a growing communications and infrastructure organisation delivering secure, scalable telecoms solutions across the UK. The company is an established engineering-led business specialising in secure communications, network design and infrastructure transformation across defence, utilities, and regulated sectors. With continued growth, they are seeking a Telecoms Radio Engineer to lead discovery, design, and technical delivery across multiple programmes. In this role, you will act as the subject matter expert for telecoms and radio technologies, supporting both internal teams and end clients. You will be responsible for discovery, architecture design, implementation, and optimisation of secure communication systems, ensuring alignment with governance and security standards. This position offers strong technical ownership, stakeholder engagement and the opportunity to work on large-scale, secure communication environments. The Role: Act as Technical Authority and primary escalation point for telecoms and radio technologies Lead discovery and requirements gathering across LPWAN, cellular, and radio environments Design and deliver secure, scalable communication architectures across critical infrastructure sectors Implement and optimise LoRaWAN (LPWAN), LTE and NB-IoT solutions end-to-end Produce high- and low-level designs and ensure compliance with governance and security standards Collaborate with engineering and delivery teams to support project execution and innovation The Person: Degree-qualified or equivalent experience in Telecommunications, Network Engineering or similar Strong experience with LoRaWAN (LPWAN), LTE and NB-IoT technologies Proven background in telecoms design, architecture, and secure communication principles Experience within defence, utilities, or other regulated/CNI environments Strong understanding of networking, routing and switching Eligible for SC clearance with strong stakeholder communication skills Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Principal Software Engineer - TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, C++, Linux, IoT, K8 Southampton (Onsite) 75,000 + generous pension & benefits Are you an experienced Software Engineer who thrives on solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology? This is an opportunity to join a talented engineering team building advanced, real-time software systems used in safety-critical environments worldwide. You'll be working at the intersection of enterprise software, IoT, and data-driven decision-making; developing solutions that genuinely make a difference. Why this role is exciting This isn't just another enterprise software role. You'll be working on a sophisticated platform that connects physical devices (IoT) with real-time data processing, delivering actionable insights through modern web applications. The systems you help build are deployed globally and play a vital role in protecting people, infrastructure, and national security. Engineers here consistently highlight exposure to multiple Kubernetes environments (on-prem, cloud, VM-based), working across diverse customer use cases with unique technical challenges, the chance to experiment with new tools, architectures, and AI integrations, and a broad technical landscape spanning microservices, real-time systems, and distributed architectures. About You - What makes you a great fit We're looking for a technical expert who can lead and inspire. Strong background in Object Oriented Programming with knowledge of C++, Python or similar. Recent experience in TypeScript / JavaScript. Deep experience with distributed systems, microservices, and APIs. Solid understanding of connectivity (TCP/IP, device communication, telemetry). Experience working with Linux environments and Kubernetes. Ability to communicate confidently with both engineers and senior stakeholders. Proven experience leading teams including remote and offshore collaboration. A STEM degree is required, reflecting the level of technical depth and problem-solving involved. Tech environment Kubernetes across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments. Microservices architecture with real-time data processing. IoT integrations and telemetry pipelines. Modern web applications (TypeScript / JavaScript). CI/CD, DevOps, and infrastructure as code. Emerging work around AI integration and intelligent features. Why join Work on meaningful, real-world problems with global impact. Gain exposure to a broad and evolving tech stack. Be part of a team that values innovation, experimentation, and learning. Play a key role in delivering complex solutions to high-profile customers. Collaborate with a highly skilled, mission-driven engineering team. Additional info Due to the nature of the work, you must be eligible to obtain UK security clearance. Please hit apply to upload your CV or contact (url removed) for more details and a confidential discussion. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.