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Cost Control Lead (SC Clearance) Nottingham (Hybrid - site-based, client + remote) Salary DOE + Training + Development + Pension + Life Insurance An excellent opportunity awaits a project controls professional from a strong cost control background looking to take senior ownership across complex, high-profile defence programmes within a forward-thinking consultancy offering real influence and progression. This company is a specialist digital and project controls consultancy operating across major infrastructure and secure defence environments, embedding into complex programmes to strengthen planning, cost, risk, governance and performance assurance. In this role you'll be embedded within a large-scale defence programme environment, acting as the central point across planning, cost, risk and change. You'll ensure controls are fully integrated, performance reporting is accurate, and governance standards are maintained. You'll align schedule, cost and risk into one clear picture, support senior stakeholders with reliable performance insight, and operate confidently within a structured, security-sensitive setting. The working pattern is hybrid, typically 3 days on-site in Nottingham and two days remote. The ideal candidate will have significant project controls leadership experience within defence or similarly regulated sectors. You'll be confident integrating schedule, cost, risk and change, comfortable with EVM and forecasting, and experienced operating within formal governance and assurance frameworks. Strong capability across tools such as Primavera P6, MSP and reporting platforms is important. The right person must be eligible for UK security clearance and meet nationality requirements due to programme sensitivity. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior project controls professional who wants to own the full controls picture within high-profile defence work, influence programme-level decision-making, and progress into broader leadership as the consultancy expands. The Role: *Lead and integrate all project controls disciplines across the programme *Align schedule, cost, risk and change into a coherent controls framework *Oversee EVM, forecasting and performance reporting *Maintain governance standards and data integrity *Hybrid split - 3 days on-site in Nottingham, 2 days remote The Person: *Significant project controls experience on complex programmes (ideally Defence) *Background within defence or highly regulated sectors *Strong integrated controls knowledge (schedule, cost, risk, change) *Comfortable briefing and influencing senior stakeholders *Must be eligible for UK security clearance (British National) 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.

Project Planner (SC Clearance) Nottingham (Hybrid - site-based, client + remote) Salary DOE + Training + Development + Pension + Life Insurance An excellent opportunity awaits a Project Planner looking to work on complex defence programmes within a forward-thinking business offering variety, progression and development. This company is a growing digital consultancy operating across major infrastructure and defence environments, with a strong focus on the digital tools and technology they develop to strengthen project controls in highly regulated sectors. In this role you'll be embedded within defence programmes, supporting the coordination and management of detailed project plans. You'll work closely with client stakeholders and multidisciplinary teams to keep delivery aligned, monitor milestones, and integrate risk into the programme. You'll support planning reviews, contribute to governance forums, and ensure reporting is clear and accurate. The working pattern is hybrid, typically 3 days on-site in Nottingham and 2 days remote. The ideal candidate will have planning experience within defence or similarly regulated environments. You'll be confident using recognised planning tools, comfortable coordinating across multiple stakeholders, and experienced working within structured governance frameworks. The right person must be eligible for SC clearance. This is a fantastic opportunity for a Project Planner who wants exposure to high-profile defence programmes, hands-on involvement in complex regulated environments, and progression into senior project controls within a growing consultancy. The Role: *Develop and maintain detailed defence programme plans *Coordinate planning across multidisciplinary teams *Monitor milestones and ensure delivery alignment *Integrate and track programme risk *Hybrid split - three days on-site in the Midlands, two days remote The Person: *Planning experience within defence or regulated sectors *Experience supporting programme-level schedules *Confident working across multiple stakeholders on client site *Organised, detail-focused, and comfortable within governance frameworks *Eligible for SC Clearance 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.

Senior IT Engineer with OKTA Our Client seeks a Senior IT Engineer to support the employee population, analyze current systems and assets, recommend and implement solutions and upgrades, and provide IT related training. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of network maintenance and experience managing staff. Knowledge of the Art industry is a plus. From day one, the Senior IT Engineer will have an immediate impact on the day-to-day efficiency of the IT operations, and an ongoing impact on it’s overall growth. Purpose of the Role: – Lead large IT projects, including the design and deployment of new IT systems and services – Maintain essential IT operations, including operating systems, security tools, applications, servers, email systems, laptops, desktops, software, and hardware – Own projects, solutions, and key responsibilities within a larger business initiative – Handle business-critical IT tasks and systems administration – Research and evaluate emerging technologies, hardware, and software – Track and maintain hardware and software inventory Responsibilities: – Monitor performance of information technology systems to determine cost and productivity levels, and to make recommendations for improving the IT infrastructure – Help define IT infrastructure strategy, architecture, and processes – Analyze business requirements by partnering with key stakeholders across the organization to develop solutions for IT needs – Assess vendors and develop test strategies for new hardware and software – Troubleshoot hardware and software issues related to internal IT – Supervise daily operations of network and server infrastructure – Align IT infrastructure with current and future business requirements and goals – Evaluate risk, develop network recovery and backup processes – Assess and purchase new and replacement hardware – Test, troubleshoot and adjust information systems to operate effectively – Implement security of the network, data and its storage and communication systems – Ensure network components meet business needs and work together seamlessly, using the full range of capabilities, and stay informed about new features and competitive solutions – Train employees on both software and hardware, troubleshoot, and provide technical support when needed – Develop and execute disaster procedures, and maintain data backups – Manage information technology and computer systems – Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in time – Preserve assets, information security and control structures – Proven working experience as an IT Manager or relevant experience – Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems – Expertise in data center management and data governance – Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation Qualifications and requirements: – Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience – 5–7 years experience in IT management – Experience leading and managing large IT projects and rolling out IT infrastructures across various technologies – Excellent working knowledge of computer systems, security, network and systems administration, databases and data storage systems, and phone systems – Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills – Excellent project management skills and strong ability to prioritize – Firm grasp on IT infrastructure and operations best practices – Experience across different software solutions, including: desktop operating systems (MS Windows, MacOS), server operating systems (MS Windows, Linux), cloud-based technologies (Google Workspaces, AWS, SD-WAN), SaaS solutions (Okta SSO, Dynamics365, Microsoft365), mobile (iOS, Android), backup and recovery procedures, and system performance monitoring – Experience across different hardware solutions, including: Cisco Switches/Routers, Meraki/Palo Alto Firewalls, Meraki Wireless Access Points; Cisco Unified Communications. – Expertise with implementing, configuring, and testing solutions – Proven leadership skills – Strong creative and analytical thinking – Professional certifications preferred (i.e. A+, Network+, CCNA, MCP) The position is based in Central London. The salary is competitive and will be circa £45K - £60K. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

System Test Engineer Linlithgow - Hybrid Very Competitive Salary + 32 Days Holiday + Bonus + Share Incentive Plan + Healthcare Scheme + Income Protection + Life Assurance + Flexible Working Hours + Pension Excellent opportunity for a System Test Engineer to join a growing and innovative R&D organisation, renowned for its supportive culture, technical excellence and investment in leading-edge product development. This company is a well-established, international technology specialist developing advanced test and measurement products with a particular focus on timing synchronisation of networks and equipment. Widely recognised across the industry as experts in this field, their solutions are built on proprietary hardware platforms with highly configurable software personalities and powerful results analysis tools. Continued growth and an expanding product portfolio make this an exciting time to join the business. In this role you will be part of a multi-disciplinary R&D team, developing and executing system-level tests to qualify sophisticated hardware and software products for release. You will work closely with design engineers, taking a customer-centric approach to quality and contributing to the evolution of test methodologies and environments. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic System Test Engineer who enjoys variety, technical depth and continuous learning across multiple technologies and application domains. The Role: Create comprehensive system test plans derived from hardware and software requirements Develop, execute and document both automated and manual test suites Perform system and performance test cycles prior to product release Record, analyse and report test results, working closely with design engineers to resolve issues The Person: Degree educated in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or a related discipline Experience developing and executing manual and automated system tests Proficiency in Python for test development and scripting Familiarity with test frameworks such as Robot Framework and Python unittest Inquisitive, detail-oriented and comfortable working within a multi-discipline team Reference Number: BBBH - 267012 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.

The One Login for Government Programme represents a once in a generation opportunity to simplify and widen access to all digital government services. Sitting at the heart of the government, we are building one simple, safe and secure way for users to log in and prove who they are that will work across all government services. The One Login programme is full of talented and passionate people who are consistently delivering high quality products for services and individuals. We’re half way through our build phase and features are being shipped almost weekly as we work to mature our product set so that we can expand the range of services and departments benefitting from our work. Sometimes described as the most strategic programme in government, One Login represents a once in a career opportunity to work on a software product that will be used by the majority of the people living in the UK. It’s a fast paced, dynamic and challenging environment that is sure to offer you career satisfaction as well as a chance to develop and enhance your skills. If this sounds like the next role for you on your career journey then we’d love to hear from you. Find out more at the . One Login is the secure front door for millions accessing digital public services. Given the scale and criticality, security, reliability, and resilience are paramount to our mission. This high-profile role requires an experienced Principal Security Architect and leader with a proven track record of strategic direction and managing security products in a complex environment. You will be the driving force behind the Security as a Product concept within the One Login system. This involves leading the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of security as an essential, integrated capability across all services. You will seamlessly embed security into systems and operations by collaborating closely with product teams, engineering, architecture, governance, and senior stakeholders. Your mandate will be to manage the entire security product lifecycle, expertly balancing security risks, programme objectives, user needs, and technical constraints. As a Principal Security Architect, you will be responsible for: shaping and delivering the security architecture and roadmap in alignment with the overarching cyber security strategy and wider programme objectives, ensuring security objectives support wider business goals and developing metrics and reporting to demonstrate security posture and maturity defining and evolving security architecture capabilities as part of the overall service ecosystem, communicating the value of security to technical and non-technical stakeholders and collaborating with cross-functional teams leading cross-functional teams to design and deliver security controls, improvements, and risk mitigation in line with enterprise priorities and compliance requirements acting as a trusted advisor to senior management and programme boards, on product security matters, risks, and opportunities establishing and overseeing governance frameworks for One Login products and services, and developing reporting and KPIs to demonstrate security posture and maturity working with government departments, industry partners, and regulatory bodies to assess and manage shared risks and influence best practices ensuring the programme meets stringent public sector security requirements, including those from NCSC CAF, Secure by Design principles, or other applicable frameworks working in close collaboration with the Head of Security Operations for One Login and the GDS CISO, take responsibility for embedding a robust security culture across the programme. Act as a champion for security; setting out a vision and strategy with appropriate governance

Senior Firmware Engineer Nottingham £60,000-£70,000 + Technical Progression + 26 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Benefits Excellent opportunity for a Senior Firmware Engineer with experience of low power systems to join a highly innovative business offering opportunities to own and lead projects, make a massive difference to new and existing products, and collaborate with global engineering teams. This company have ambitions to become a household name by building upon a stellar reputation built within elite and professional sports. In this role, you'll take ownership of firmware development across their platforms. You'll develop C/C++ firmware for Nordic SoCs (nRF52/nRF53), working within RTOS or bare-metal environments to deliver ultra-reliable low-power performance. You'll integrate wireless communication technologies such as BLE, ANT+, and Wi-Fi, and work closely with electronics, mechanical, app, and cloud teams to ensure seamless connectivity and performance. The ideal candidate will have strong C/C++ firmware experience, hands-on expertise with Nordic SoCs or similar low-power architectures, and good knowledge of debugging and test tools. Experience with bootloaders, OTA updates, or system diagnostics would be advantageous. You'll have the confidence to lead projects and drive continuous improvement across firmware standards and reliability. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious company during a truly exciting period in their history offering a technically fascinating position, opportunities to lead your own projects, and make a substantial contribution to the future of the wider group! The Role: *Develop C/C++ firmware for Nordic SoCs (nRF52/nRF53) *Integrate BLE, ANT+, and Wi-Fi connectivity *Work in RTOS/bare-metal environments for low-power optimisation *Collaborate with electronics, app, and cloud teams *Hybrid working from Nottingham (2-3 days per week) The Person: *Senior Firmware Engineer with strong embedded C/C++ experience *Experience leading firmware projects *Exposure to Nordic SoCs, low-power systems, or RTOS environments *Strong debugging and testing skills *Commutable to the Nottingham area Reference Number: BBBH270230 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.

Database Engineer with SQL and C# Our Client is a City based bank – looking to recruit a Database Engineer with at least 3 to 5 years expertise of developing and supporting SQL and C#. Software Development: Analysis of issues pertaining to problems or errors raised by in-house systems, i.e. CORE, SharePoint interface, Equation end of day cycle. Understanding business requirements in order to develop and deliver appropriate solutions based on system definition documents. Proficiency in advanced 4GL programming languages and able to apply to the fully development life-cycle. Database Support Supporting budgeting and financial planning processes for Finance department, including loading and refreshing of data based on requirements. Understand and conduct the front-end functionality to amend and change hierarchical structures within the environment. Debug and analyse errors and anomalies within Hyperion system as raised by Finance and to pinpoint areas of failure and correct any issues. Liaise with Finance on a daily basis to ensure smooth running of the Hyperion environment. Build data flows within the SQL environment in SSIS packages. Introduce new field and data types for new information to be collated in the CORE environment. To integrate with all the Bank’s sub-systems using data abstraction and connectivity layers, i.e. ODBC, ADO.net. Build reports based on business requirements using Hyperion Interactive Reports. Ensure that the environment is running optimally and to utilise house-keeping procedures. Sharepoint Integration: Integrate the SharePoint environment and Forms with Equation system to introduce automation of processes thereby eliminating the need for duplicate entry. Utilise web services to integrate from cutting edge technology into legacy systems such as Equation. End of Day Cycle: Provide second and third level support for in-house programmes during the end of day cycle. Able to analyse and rectify any problems raised in an independent and team scenario. Take ownership of a problem and deliver a solution in a timely manner. Provide out of office hours support. Risk & Regulatory Duties Maintain knowledge of all applicable regulatory requirements including the Bank’s Risk and Compliance policies and procedures and adhere to these to avoid exposing the Bank to undue risk. Report policy/procedure breaches and areas of potential non-compliance and suspicions promptly upon identification in accordance with the Bank's Risk and Compliance policies. Accurately execute all controls within own area to minimise risk of policy, procedure, and/or regulatory breaches. Identify new risks/control gaps within own area and escalate accordingly to your Line Manager and/or Head of Department. Training & Competence Complete all annual mandatory regulatory refresher training as per the Bank's training plans and deadlines. Proactively seek to complete recommended technical and behavioural competencies training required for your role. Conduct Act in accordance with the FCA/PRA Code of Conduct. Business Continuity Fulfil all prescribed business continuity requirements as set out in the organisational or departmental specific plans or as instructed by the Line Manager/Head of Department. Qualifications/Experience Degree level qualified or equivalent. SQL Programming. C# Software development. Knowledge and Skills C# Programming to high level of proficiency. Software analysis and design. SQL query language. Dimensional modelling Data warehouse design concepts, (Inmon or Kimball) This is a Full-Time Contract initially for 6 months – but likely to become permanent. Salary for this position will be £55K - £60K per annum. The Client is based in the City of London. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Your transferable skills and experience Excellent written and verbal communication skills Experience of contract negotiation Stakeholder management skills Business risk management skills Key Responsibilities Design and Development: Design, build, and deploy automation solutions that integrate AI/ML models into existing systems and workflows. Process Analysis: Collaborate with business stakeholders and subject matter experts to identify opportunities for automation and define requirements. Coding and Programming: Develop automation scripts and build pipelines for data ingestion, preprocessing, and feature engineering, often using languages like Python, Java, or R. Testing and Maintenance: Conduct extensive testing, troubleshoot issues, monitor system performance and accuracy, and apply updates or improvements as needed. Collaboration: Work with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, software developers, and IT teams, to ensure seamless integration and deployment of AI solutions. Documentation and Reporting: Create and maintain clear technical documentation and generate reports on performance metrics and potential for further optimization. Knowledge of and experience in Technical Skills: Proficiency in programming languages (Python, Java, C#, R). Experience with ML frameworks/libraries (TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn). Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and MLOps practices. Knowledge of automation tools (RPA software like UiPath, or orchestration tools like Airflow, Kubeflow). Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities. Excellent communication and teamwork skills to bridge technical and non-technical teams. Adaptability and a continuous learning mindset to keep up with evolving technology. 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 up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Senior Firmware Engineer Nottingham £60,000-£70,000 + Technical Progression + 26 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + Benefits Excellent opportunity for a Senior Firmware Engineer with experience of low power systems to join a highly innovative business offering opportunities to own and lead projects, make a massive difference to new and existing products, and collaborate with global engineering teams. This company have ambitions to become a household name by building upon a stellar reputation built within elite and professional sports. In this role, you'll take ownership of firmware development across their platforms. You'll develop C/C++ firmware for Nordic SoCs (nRF52/nRF53), working within RTOS or bare-metal environments to deliver ultra-reliable low-power performance. You'll integrate wireless communication technologies such as BLE, ANT+, and Wi-Fi, and work closely with electronics, mechanical, app, and cloud teams to ensure seamless connectivity and performance. The ideal candidate will have strong C/C++ firmware experience, hands-on expertise with Nordic SoCs or similar low-power architectures, and good knowledge of debugging and test tools. Experience with bootloaders, OTA updates, or system diagnostics would be advantageous. You'll have the confidence to lead projects and drive continuous improvement across firmware standards and reliability. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious company during a truly exciting period in their history offering a technically fascinating position, opportunities to lead your own projects, and make a substantial contribution to the future of the wider group! The Role: *Develop C/C++ firmware for Nordic SoCs (nRF52/nRF53) *Integrate BLE, ANT+, and Wi-Fi connectivity *Work in RTOS/bare-metal environments for low-power optimisation *Collaborate with electronics, app, and cloud teams *Hybrid working from Nottingham (2-3 days per week) The Person: *Senior Firmware Engineer with strong embedded C/C++ experience *Experience leading firmware projects *Exposure to Nordic SoCs, low-power systems, or RTOS environments *Strong debugging and testing skills *Commutable to the Nottingham area Reference Number: BBBH264733A To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Tommy Williams at Rise Technical Recruitment. 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. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. 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.

Lead Project Planner - Defence (SC Clearance) Nottingham - Defence site (Hybrid - typically 3 days on-site) Salary (DOE) + Training + Development + Pension + Life Insurance An excellent opportunity awaits a programme-level defence planner ready to take ownership of integrated master scheduling and planning governance across complex, high-profile programmes within a growing consultancy offering genuine impact and progression This company is a growing digital consultancy operating across major infrastructure and defence environments, with a strong focus on the digital tools and technology they develop to strengthen project controls in highly regulated sectors. In this role you'll be embedded within a major, highly regulated defence programme, acting as the senior planning authority across multiple workstreams. You'll own the integrity of the Integrated Master Schedule, ensure risk is properly integrated into planning (not retrospectively applied), and provide senior stakeholders with a clear and reliable view of delivery confidence. This role is hybrid based 3 days on-site in Nottingham and 3 days remote. The ideal candidate will come from a background leading planning within defence or similarly regulated environments. You'll be confident overseeing programme-level schedules, establishing governance frameworks, conducting scenario modelling, and challenging assumptions where risk is building. Strong Primavera P6 capability is essential, alongside the credibility to brief and influence senior stakeholders. The right person must be eligible for UK security clearance and meet nationality requirements due to programme sensitivity. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior defence planner who has operated at programme level and wants real ownership and influence within high-profile, secure work, with progression into broader planning or project controls leadership as the consultancy grows. The Role : *Lead and maintain the Integrated Master Schedule across multiple workstreams *Set and uphold planning governance, standards and reporting frameworks *Integrate risk, dependencies and change into programme-level schedules *Conduct scenario modelling and schedule assurance reviews *Provide executive-level reporting and delivery confidence to senior stakeholders *Hybrid split - 3 days on-site in Nottingham, 2 days remote The Person: *Strong defence project planning background within complex, regulated environments *Proven experience leading Integrated Master Schedules at programme level *Comfortable challenging assumptions and influencing senior stakeholders *Strong commercial Primavera P6 experience *Experience mentoring or guiding junior planners *Must be eligible for UK security clearance (British National) 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.

FIS Integrity Treasury Systems Support Analyst Our Client is in the process of implementing a Treasury System from FIS called Integrity. You must have at least 2 to 4 years experience of working with and supporting FIS Integrity’s Treasury System. The Client may consider experience of FIS Quantum as well. Any software development skills with C# .net, C++ and SQL Server would be very useful for this role. This will be a hybrid role with 3 days in the office in Central London. The salary for this role will be in the range £45K - £65K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

As a GDS Lead Technical architect, you’ll share the responsibility for the digital transformation of government. You will help design and drive the technical strategy for the area you work in while ensuring alignment with broader GDS standards and goals. You’ll hold the vision for technical architecture best practice in building resilient and reliable government services and communicate this to technical and non-technical audiences alike. Lead Technical Architects often work across different teams and services. You’ll ensure that technical designs meet user needs and acceptance criteria, whilst conforming to time and budget constraints. You’ll thrive using agile methods and enjoy working collaboratively with departments and multidisciplinary teams. Above all, you’ll want to make government better, which may sometimes involve challenging the status quo. As a Lead Technical Architect, you’ll: lead by example, be a visible leader who takes responsibility and acts as a role model contribute to the development and iteration of GDS architectural and engineering practices, principles and standards design technical services or plan system integration, selecting necessary platforms and technologies to meet project requirements and user needs provide technical leadership and consultancy to both internal and external development teams, ensuring designs & solutions are fit for purpose, whilst meeting time and budget restraints build and maintain technical roadmaps, looking ahead for future opportunities or blockers, and ensuring decisions by development teams align with the strategy encourage communication across multiple teams and wider organisational areas to identify strategic requirements and dependencies help develop services by contributing code, testing technologies and producing rapid prototypes advise teams on the right mix of capabilities to achieve their roadmapped goals and desired service levels act as a digital ambassador across government, supporting recruitment, identifying good practices for GDS to adopt and sharing experiences, e.g. through blog posts, tech talks at conferences etc be involved in helping recruiting technical architects and other senior technologists, where appropriate, helping sift and interview manage, coach and mentor more junior Technical Architects as well as others in the wider software engineering community

IT Director Our Client is an established bank with offices in the City London. Position Summary: We are seeking a seasoned IT Director with extensive experience in software and application development within the investment and private banking sectors. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing IT transformation projects, delivering solutions across multiple customer channels, and leading both software development and infrastructure technology teams. This role will report to the Board at the bank and involve collaborating with various stakeholders across the business, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation. The Director of IT will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the IT department, managing IT projects, implementing and maintaining network security measures, and developing IT strategies. Key Responsibilities: Oversee and manage the IT department, encompassing both software application development and infrastructure technology teams. Lead and execute software and application development projects from inception to deployment, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery. Drive IT transformation initiatives within the banking environment to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Deliver IT solutions across multiple customer channels, including online banking, mobile apps, and in-branch systems. Develop and implement IT policies, procedures, and best practices. Collaborate with senior management and stakeholders, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation, to identify IT needs and develop strategies to address them. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards. Manage IT budgets, resources, and vendor relationships. Report to the Board, on IT strategy, progress, and performance. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the IT department. IT Management and Information Technology skills Experience in IT Operations and IT Strategy Knowledge of Network Security Strong leadership and project management abilities Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT management, with a strong background in software and application development. Extensive experience in leading IT transformation projects within investment and private banking environments. Proven success in delivering IT solutions across multiple customer channels. Strong understanding of banking operations, regulations, and compliance requirements. Demonstrated ability to manage both software development and infrastructure technology teams. Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills. Ability to work effectively with various stakeholders, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation. Strategic thinker with the ability to execute methodically. Experience with emerging technologies and digital banking trends. Preferred Skills: Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies. Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices in the banking sector. Familiarity with cloud computing and data analytics. This is a hybrid position with at least 3 days in the office in London. The salary will be in the range £140K - £175K + Benefits. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period, do include why you think you would be the right person for this position.

The Deputy Director of Digital Content and Publishing plays a critical role in ensuring all our statistics are published in a timely and accurate manner and that our information products are of high-quality, meeting user needs. The role requires working closely with colleagues across the organisation to ensure an aligned vision for the website and our other digital and data channels, which is informed by users and uses evidence to continuously improve. You will be joining at an exciting and pivotal time as we roll out our new ONS website and content management system. As Deputy Director you will be the overall service owner for the ONS website and our broader web estate. You will be accountable for the phased implementation of our new website and content approach, set the requirements for our digital products and tools, including data visualisations, and lead across teams to transform our data dissemination in the context of increasing use of AI. We are looking for an inspiring and collaborative leader with experience of delivering complex digital change with users at the heart. This role is a fantastic opportunity to demonstrate your expertise in digital and content transformation, with an ability to bring together digital and communications disciplines to measurably increase impact with audiences. Key Responsibilities: Leading the strategy for the ONS website and our external digital and data channels, working closely with colleagues in Digital Services and across the organisation to ensure alignment on vision. Using your knowledge of the evolving digital and AI communications landscape to set the requirements for the ONS website, digital and data tools, ensuring product and design decisions are driven by user research and insight. Championing, embedding and further developing user-led content and data standards and approaches and leading colleagues from multiple disciplines through this change, including culture change. Overseeing a quality publishing service, building collaborative relationships with statistical, digital and communications teams to deliver accurate, timely and high-quality data, statistics and visualisations that meet user need, with performance evaluated. Shaping our approach for Census 2031 dissemination, ensuring readiness for high-quality outputs and statistical and data products. Bringing your personal influence to drive a culture of continuous improvement for impactful content delivery by monitoring, measuring and reviewing, and identify opportunities for automation and more effective and efficient working across the organisation. Accountable for an annual budget in the region of £5m including a team of around 70 colleagues located at our Newport, Fareham, London, Darlington and Manchester offices, and contract and supply management in the digital/web technology field. Leading across, and collaborating closely with, colleagues in the Communications and Digital Publishing directorate to ensure a common user-led approach and integrated planning, with specific accountability for ensuring audience insights are amalgamated and inform our decision making. Being held to account for effective and visible leadership in support of our ONS People Plan, including providing clear direction and support to teams, creating an agile, inclusive work environment that encourages diversity, collaboration and empowerment, and supporting professional development. Support the Director of Communications, Engagement and Digital Publishing in the regular review of resources against priorities, delivering sound financial and resource management, maintaining clear delivery objectives, proactively managing risk and planning for future skills needs. For more information, please refer to candidate pack attached.

Active Travel England are looking for two Business Analysts to be enthusiastic and motivated members of a talented technical team. In this role, you’ll bring structure to ambiguity and champion a culture of process mapping that drives clarity, collaboration and continuous improvement. Your responsibilities will include, but aren’t limited to: Translate business needs into actionable requirements, including user stories, process maps, data flows and acceptance criteria. Contribute to agile ceremonies, backlog refinement, sprint planning and retros. Ensure business analysis work adheres to GDS standards and supports service assessments. Own stakeholder relationships at senior levels; develop and maintain a strategic view of the business and policy context and how business analysis activities contribute to it. Role model positive behaviours and support the embedding of the new target operating model and the changes to the ways of working. Set the standards and expectations for your profession across ATE and engage and align with the wider DfT Group. For further information on the role, please read the attached role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process.

AI Security Engineer 6 Month contract initially Location: Hybrid - Max 2-3 days p/w onsite in Knutsford Rate: £600 - £630 p/d (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for an AI Security Engineer to join the team. Key Responsibilities: * Drive enhancements to the AI/GenAI security platform and scanning infrastructure, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and approved budgets. * Work alongside engineers to contribute to Design, build, and optimise cloud-native Data & GenAI Security services * Support stakeholders in leveraging and adopting the latest Data & GenAI Security cloud-native application architectures. * Ensure all Data Security architecture and cloud infrastructure accommodates the latest security and software lifecycle patterns. Key Skills & Experience: Standard Technical Skills & Competencies * Experience conducting threat modelling, penetration testing, and vulnerability assessments across AI/ML ecosystems, including data pipelines, model APIs, and supporting infrastructure. * Hands on expertise with core cybersecurity technologies, such as firewalls, SIEM platforms, IDS/IPS, and related security tooling. * Proficiency in Python, with the ability to develop automation, security tooling, and data driven scripts. * Strong understanding of secure software development practices, including OWASP principles and DevSecOps methodologies integrated into CI/CD workflows. * Experience securing cloud and AI workloads on major cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure. * Working knowledge of machine learning concepts, data processing techniques, and common AI/ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, Scikit learn, LangChain) - considered a strong advantage. Threat Analysis & Vulnerability Assessment: * Conduct regular threat assessments to identify vulnerabilities in AI/ML systems. * Develop benchmarks, tools and scripts to automate vulnerability testing for AI/ML applications. * Perform code reviews and penetration testing of AI-related software. Research & Development: * Stay updated on emerging trends, technologies, and best practices in AI/ML security. * Execute PoCs/PoVs to evaluate emerging trends, technologies and practices in the industry. * Create high quality technical documentation and user guides * Contribute to the development of cutting-edge AI/ML security tools and techniques. This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.