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Senior Data Engineer Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking . Package: £50,060 - £70,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. Clearance Level: You will need to obtain and maintain DV security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 10 years in order to apply for DV clearance. Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are limited opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Aldermaston. Let us introduce the role AWE is currently recruiting for a Senior Data Engineer for the IS Modernisation group. In this role you will be accountable for the development of digital twin platform products in line with relevant company policies, processes or external regulations, standards, codes of practice, and best practice. You will lead on analysis and programming support to the business in line with the business plan to protect, develop, and deliver the AWE mission. Utilising your problem-solving abilities, creativity, and technical skills to design and implement data-driven solutions that drive real impact in the world. As a Senior Data Engineer, you will be responsible for end-to-end execution of high-stakes projects, collaborating in small teams and taking ownership of project outcomes from inception to delivery. Your work may involve discussions on architecture, data wrangling, coding web applications, engaging with internal customers, and establishing team strategies. AWE is seeking to have an enduring internal capability to conduct strategic modelling and operational planning. You will take a key role in shaping and leading this fast-paced and newly formed team. Responsibilities: Work closely with internal and external customers to understand their greatest problems and design and implement data-driven solutions. Take ownership of high-stakes projects, leading end-to-end execution with small teams. Engage in and contribute to architectural discussions with fellow engineers and wider stakeholders to drive effective solutions. Analyse/Interrogate massive-scale data, ensuring its quality and usability. Develop custom applications to provide user-friendly interfaces for data access and analysis. Collaborate efficiently with both technical and non-technical individuals in a dynamic environment with evolving objectives and user iteration. Identify, investigate, evaluate, and implement improved ways of working. To make decisions and solve complex business problems. Champion data governance and data quality policies, implementing best practices to guarantee data accuracy and consistency across the organisation. Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to the wider team and community, creating a healthy culture of growth and innovation. What We Value: A highly analytical approach and a keen desire to solve technical problems using data structures, storage systems, cloud infrastructure, front-end frameworks, and other technical tools. Experience or curiosity about working with and utilising large-scale data to tackle valuable business problems. Strong problem-solving abilities, creativity for innovative solutions, and a view on long-term strategy Ability to collaborate effectively in teams with individuals from both technical and non-technical backgrounds. Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with evolving objectives and a focus on iteration with users. Focus on customers, partners, and ability to build and sustain strong relationships Who are we looking for? We do need you to have the following: Strong Engineering background, preferably in fields such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Software Engineering, Physics, or Data Science. Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, C++, TypeScript/JavaScript, or similar. Excellent communication, presentation, and organisation skills Demonstrable stakeholder engagement and management experience and the ability to engage with stakeholders at various levels Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following: Leadership and team management skills Hands-on experience with Foundry You'll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines. Some reasons we think you'll love it here: AWE has wide range of benefits to suit you. These include: 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'. Our ambition is to create workplaces where we recognise and celebrate differences, encourage diverse contributions and our employees feel able to be themselves at work. We strive to create a genuine culture of openness and inclusion and encourage diverse applicants. Any inclusion information you provide will be stored in accordance with GDPR and kept separate from your application form and CV, and the information will not be shared with anyone involved in interviewing or making hiring decisions. Next steps: Everyone who works at AWE brings unique skills and perspectives to the table. We recognise that great people don't always 'tick every box'. That's why we focus on your potential, your fit with our values, your transferable skills as well as your experience. Even if you don't meet every point above, but you feel that this role and AWE are a great fit for you, please go ahead and apply, we'd love to receive your application. Important things you need to know: We encourage you to apply promptly to avoid disappointment if applications are high and the role therefore closes. We want you to feel comfortable and able to shine during our recruitment process. Please let us know on your application form if you need any adjustments/accommodations during the process. Our interviews typically take place over Teams and for most roles are a 1 stage process. #LI-AT

SOC Analyst - Level 2 6 Month contract initially Based: Remote/Reading - Hybrid. Max 3 days p/w onsite. Rate: Market rates 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 a great opportunity for a highly experienced SOC L2 Analyst to strengthen our Security Operations Center. As a Tier 2 CERT Analyst, Candidate will lead the investigation and remediation of advanced cyber threats, leveraging cutting-edge tools such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, CrowdStrike, and Defender and other security stacks. Candidate will handle complex incidents like APTs, malware, and data breaches, ensuring swift, effective responses to minimize risk to the organization and its clients. Key Responsibilities: 1. Incident Detection and Response: o Utilize advanced SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools, threat intelligence platforms, and other security technologies to analyze and correlate security alerts. 2. Threat Hunting & Analysis: o Proactively search for threats across the environment using behavioural analysis and threat intelligence data. o Analyse data from logs, network traffic, endpoint activities, and threat intelligence feeds to detect unusual or malicious activity. 3. Incident Forensics: o Perform in-depth forensic analysis to determine the scope, impact, and root cause of security incidents. o Collect, preserve, and analyze evidence related to breaches, intrusions, or malware infections while adhering to legal and regulatory requirements 4. Remediation and Recovery: o Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and ensure proper actions are taken to block further attacks. 5. Compliance and Risk Management: o Ensure all incident response activities align with industry standards, regulations, and best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA). o Work with legal and compliance teams to manage incidents within the scope of data privacy laws and regulations. Key Skills & Experience: o Proficient in incident response tools and techniques, including network and system forensics, malware analysis, and memory analysis. o Expertise in analyzing and responding to threats on different platforms (Windows, Linux, cloud environments, etc.). o Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, etc.) to automate tasks or create custom detection methods. o Strong experience in handling complex cyber incidents (e.g., APTs, ransomware, data breaches). o Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight, LogRhythm) and endpoint detection/response (EDR) tools. • Certifications (Preferred ): o Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) o Certified Incident Handler (GCIH, EC-Council) o Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) o GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA) o GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA) 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.

Technical IT Manager Our Client a financial institution with offices in Reading, are looking to recruit an IT Manager to manage the infrastructure and technology for the company. You must be hands-on and have at least 7 to 10 years proven track record. The following are a list of functions for this position: • Monitoring and management of the relationship with the managed service provider, including performance against SLAs, charges for non-standard items, complaints, changes to service • System changes (software upgrades, introduction of new systems • Non-standard requests (new software requests, different/more powerful laptops, etc) • Acquisitions of businesses - guidance on how to absorb people and systems • Security system monitoring - interpreting and managing output from the SOC (security operations centre) • Software licensing (Microsoft, Mimecast, other systems (time recording, billing, marketing, etc) • Change management (internal authorisation for significant system changes) • Assistance to senior management in relation to IT issues (for example, integration with a new time/billing system) • Response to technological change (e.g. major updates to Microsoft software, introduction of AI-based systems) • Accreditation for security certificates (Cyber Essentials Plus, possibly ISO 27001) • Assistance with AAF and other audits • Management of joiner/leaver process • Business continuity plan & disaster recovery This is a hybrid position with 2 to 3 days in the office at the offices in Reading. The salary for this position is circa £60K to £80K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Senior Delivery Manager (DV Security Clearance) Position Description The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named one of the 'World's Best Employers' by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position will be a hybrid position, working out of our site in Reading. Your future duties and responsibilities We are looking for an experienced Programme Manager to take on the role of Delivery Lead for a major bid. This position requires DV clearance, though there will be time for the right candidate to obtain this level of clearance. We seek an experienced consultant with extensive experience in delivering large-scale service and delivery programmes as well as leading large bids. The bid will be based near CGI's Reading office, with an expectation of some time spent on the client site. We are looking for experience delivering programmes including Applications Integration, Security, and Testing Services, with potential expansion into Infrastructure Services. Key Responsibilities: • Lead technical delivery management for the bid. • Oversee and manage workstreams, each led by Subject Matter Experts (SMEs). • Take ownership of the Service Solution and Delivery Solution Required qualifications to be successful in this role • Strong background in Defence and Enterprise Business Systems. • Proven expertise in Project & Service Delivery. • Extensive experience in large bid management. • Competence in contract and commercial management. • Excellent client and supplier relationship management skills. Desirable Skills & Qualifications: • Experience managing large infrastructure services programmes. • In-depth knowledge of applications integration services. • Understanding of desktop and hosting infrastructure services. • Track record of managing Agile delivery programmes #LI-JS2 Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because... You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

SOC Tier 3 Analyst 6 Month contract initially Based: Remote/Reading - Hybrid. Max 3 days p/w onsite. Rate: Market rates 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 a great opportunity for a SOC Tier 3 Analyst to strengthen the Security Operations Center. As a Tier 3 CERT Analyst you will lead the investigation and remediation of advanced cyber threats, leveraging cutting-edge tools such as Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, CrowdStrike, and Defender and other security stacks. You will handle complex incidents like APTs, malware, and data breaches, ensuring swift, effective responses to minimize risk to the organization and its clients. Key Responsibilities: 1. Incident Detection and Response: o Utilize advanced SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools, threat intelligence platforms, and other security technologies to analyze and correlate security alerts. 2. Threat Hunting & Analysis: o Proactively search for threats across the environment using behavioural analysis and threat intelligence data. o Analyse data from logs, network traffic, endpoint activities, and threat intelligence feeds to detect unusual or malicious activity. 3. Incident Forensics: o Perform in-depth forensic analysis to determine the scope, impact, and root cause of security incidents. o Collect, preserve, and analyze evidence related to breaches, intrusions, or malware infections while adhering to legal and regulatory requirements 4. Remediation and Recovery: o Collaborate with threat intelligence teams to identify indicators of compromise (IOCs) and ensure proper actions are taken to block further attacks. 5. Compliance and Risk Management: o Ensure all incident response activities align with industry standards, regulations, and best practices (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA). o Work with legal and compliance teams to manage incidents within the scope of data privacy laws and regulations. Key Skills & Experience: o Proficient in incident response tools and techniques, including network and system forensics, malware analysis, and memory analysis. o Expertise in analyzing and responding to threats on different platforms (Windows, Linux, cloud environments, etc.). o Familiarity with scripting languages (Python, PowerShell, etc.) to automate tasks or create custom detection methods. o Strong experience in handling complex cyber incidents (e.g., APTs, ransomware, data breaches). o Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Splunk, ArcSight, LogRhythm) and endpoint detection/response (EDR) tools. • Certifications (Preferred ): o Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) o Certified Incident Handler (GCIH, EC-Council) o Certified Forensic Computer Examiner (CFCE) o GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA) o GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA) 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.

UKG Pro Technical Analyst 6 Month contract initially Based: Remote/Reading - Hybrid Rate: Market rates 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 a great opportunity for a UKG Pro Technical Analyst. The UKG Pro Technical Analyst will be responsible for understanding business processes and applications at a deep technical level and participating in the development, testing and delivery of changes, defect fixes and enhancements in line with the project priorities. A successful candidate will act as a technical subject matter expert for the systems and solutions aligned to the UKG Pro and Workforce Management (WFM) domain. Key Responsibilities: • Develop a strong understanding of our existing system and application landscape as a building block for future solutions. • Work to scope the requirements for the payroll and P&C System related pain points and support the Project Manager to create detailed Business case for the Project. • Develop a strong understanding of our existing system and application landscape as a building block for future solutions. • Work closely with the product domain (product managers and product owners) to analyse, develop, test and implement changes in line with project priorities. • Ensuring any changes required to the WFM applications or interfaces are agreed with all parties, scheduled accordingly and completed within the required timeframe. • Develop strong relationships with our third-party service providers; ensuring support and development services meet and exceed expectations. • Providing oversight and participating in testing, configuration and implementation of new systems, upgrades, project changes and system enhancements. • Collaborate closely and develop effective partnerships with the Product Domain (Product Managers and Product Owners) to create strategic objectives and organisational evolutions to better align business, product and technical opportunities. • Evaluate technical & functional designs against business requirements; ensuring impact to supported systems is understood and managed effectively in order to enable seamless transition to business as usual support. • Work with internal and external teams to help shape the landscape and solutions that will allow the business to achieve its strategic goals. • Work with and challenge business units on their assumptions to help deliver solutions for their current and future needs. • Use the knowledge gained in the analysis, design, development and testing of changes to become an SME for the solutions delivered, enabling effective knowledge transfer & training to the wider team. • Develop effective working relationships with internal technology stakeholders, service providers and the business. • Ensure all sensitive data is managed with caution and the customer remains fully compliant with GDPR as well as other relevant regulations. • Working with the Product teams on the creation and management of epics, user stories and backlog changes across Product Teams. Key Skills & Experience: • Solid relevant experience in UKG Pro including gathering business requirements, designing, and prototyping, testing, and implementing practical business solutions. • Knowledge of the following modules of UKG PRO o Advanced Scheduling (forecasting & auto scheduling) o Basic scheduling (this is used in Islip only) o Time keeping o Attendance o Attestation o Absence o Analytics o Data Hub o ESS - is not a module by itself but links to the above as appropriate, e.g. absence in ESS links to absence module etc. o Dell Boomi o Clocks setting • Experience of working within Agile environments and methodologies. • Understanding of Product driven delivery. 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.

AI Security Architect 6 Month contract initially Based: Remote/Reading - Max 2 days p/w onsite Rate: £500 - £550 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 a great opportunity for an AI Security Architect Key Responsibilities: • Develop and implement comprehensive AI/ML security strategies, policies, standards and guidelines to protect organizational assets and ensure the secure operation of AI and ML systems. • Develop and own robust enterprise security architecture for AI/ML systems, CI/CD and data pipelines. • Participate in enterprise-wide architecture initiatives for AI/ML. Understand the workflow and pipeline architectures of ML and deep learning workloads. • Conduct security risk assessments and threat modelling for AI/ML and other business projects performed thorough design reviews and security assessments of architectures and designs, identifying vulnerabilities, threats, and risks, and providing recommendations for effective mitigation measures for common attack vectors and threats. • Support the testing of AI/ML models, LLM and development of trustworthiness, safety, fairness, bias and inappropriateness detection, as well as adversarial test specification, development, and execution. • Collaborate with data scientists, engineers, and other stakeholders to embed security controls and measures into AI/ML applications, models, algorithms, and data pipelines. • Define and enforce robust access controls, authentication mechanisms, and encryption standards to safeguard AI/ML systems, training data, provenance, and any sensitive data. • Stay abreast of emerging AI security threats, trends, and technologies, evaluating their impact and proactively adapting security measures to mitigate potential risks. • Provide technical guidance and support to cross-functional teams during the design, development, and deployment of AI/ML systems, ensuring security considerations are properly addressed. Key Skills & Experience: • Solid experience as a Security Architect, with a focus on AI/ML security, demonstrating a deep understanding of AI technologies, algorithms, models, and frameworks. • Extensive knowledge of security principles, best practices, and standards within the context of AI/ML systems. • Previous hands-on experience as developer, programmer or data scientist would be preferred. • Proficiency in programming languages commonly used in AI/ML, such as Python, R, C, C++, or Java, and their associated security considerations. • Previous experience with ML, LLM, deep learning and data manipulation techniques, libraries, and frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Jax, and scikit-learn is desirable. • Experience in implementing secure coding practices, DevOps, CI/CD pipelines and familiarity with secure software development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies. • Strong understanding of modern software engineering, cloud services and DevOps, including knowledge of DevOps workflows and tools, such as Git, containers, Kubernetes and CI/CD orchestration tools. • Strong understanding of common security vulnerabilities and threats specific to AI/ML, including adversarial attacks, prompt injection, data poisoning and the MITRE ATLAS framework. • Hands on experience using security assessment and threat modelling tools and techniques to evaluate AI/ML systems and identify potential security weaknesses. • Familiarity with current and emerging regulations and standards, such as the EU AI Act, the Digital Services Act, the Digital Markets Act, GDPR and ISO 27001, and their implications for AI/ML security, data protection and privacy. • Proven track record in designing and implementing security controls, access management, and encryption solutions for AI/ML systems. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex security risks and develop effective mitigation strategies. • Outstanding communication and collaboration skills, enabling you to effectively convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 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.

🔧 Site Managers (x2) - Substation Projects - M&E Focused 🔧 📍 Locations: Reading (SSE Framework) & Epping (UKPN Framework) �'� Rate: £400/day (CIS) 📅 Duration: 6 Months �-️ Principal Contractor Role We are currently seeking two experienced Site Managers to join our team on high-profile substation projects in Reading and Epping. These roles are offered on a CIS contract basis and will run for an initial 6-month period, with strong potential for extension. 🔍 The Projects: Reading - Working on a substation build under the SSE framework Epping - Substation project under the UKPN framework Both sites are post-civils, so the focus is now on M&E delivery. You'll be instrumental in driving the mechanical and electrical phases to completion, ensuring quality, safety, and programme adherence. ✅ Key Responsibilities: Oversee daily site operations and coordinate M&E subcontractors Ensure compliance with HSE regulations and company procedures Manage site documentation, RAMS, and progress reporting Liaise with clients, engineers, and project stakeholders Drive programme delivery and resolve on-site issues efficiently 🧰 Requirements: Proven experience managing M&E works on substation or similar infrastructure projects Strong knowledge of SSE or UKPN standards (depending on location) SMSTS, First Aid, and relevant electrical qualifications preferred Excellent communication and leadership skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple trades on site 📌 Contract Details: Start: ASAP Rate: £400/day (CIS) Duration: 6 months Employer: Principal Contractor Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit -hidden link- Progressive Recruitment, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Test Manager Position Description Are you a passionate Test Manager looking to work on impactful projects that improve lives while being part of a globally recognised, award-winning employer? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work list 2025 and has been named one of the World's Best Employers by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner, not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. This role is based on-site at our new office in Reading and requires five days per week in the office. All applicants must be UK nationals and either hold or be willing to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) to Security Check (SC) level as a minimum. Your future duties and responsibilities As a Test Manager, you will play a vital role in supporting and testing a secure, enterprise-grade web-based application used within a mission-critical environment. This is a hands-on role that blends technical testing with team leadership responsibilities. You will be accountable for logging and managing incidents, ensuring service level agreements are met, and maintaining application quality through structured test processes. You'll be responsible for authoring detailed test scripts to validate new releases, running diagnostic SQL scripts, and supporting troubleshooting activities. Your proactive approach will help ensure smooth application operation and rapid resolution of user-reported issues. Working directly with stakeholders, you will track the progress of incidents, provide updates, and ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner in line with agreed KPIs. Additionally, you will manage and mentor a small team of support and test engineers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture. This is an ideal opportunity for a testing professional ready to step into a more senior role, where leadership, technical insight, and a commitment to continuous improvement will be key to success. Key responsibilities include: • Logging and managing customer-reported incidents and tracking them to resolution • Writing and executing test scripts for new application versions • Creating and running SQL diagnostic scripts to assist with troubleshooting • Monitoring support KPIs and driving incident resolution • Leading and mentoring a small team of support/test engineers • Working five days a week onsite in our Reading office in a secure environment Required qualifications to be successful in this role To succeed in this role, you'll bring a strong background in application support and software testing, ideally gained within a secure or highly regulated environment. Experience in testing web-based systems, writing detailed test cases, and running SQL diagnostic queries is key. You'll need to be able to assess and resolve incidents independently and communicate progress effectively to stakeholders. We are looking for someone with leadership potential - you may already have experience managing small teams or have supported/mentored junior colleagues. This role will require you to coordinate team efforts and take ownership of testing activities and support outcomes. A proactive attitude, confidence in decision-making, and a structured approach will help you thrive. Candidates must be UK nationals and either already hold SC clearance or be eligible and willing to undergo vetting. CGI will provide training to support any development areas to help you grow in this role and beyond. Essential qualifications and experience: • Solid background in software testing and application support • Experience with creating and executing both test and SQL diagnostic scripts • Prior experience managing or mentoring junior engineers • Familiarity with incident management and performance tracking (KPIs) • UK national with SC clearance (or eligible to obtain it) • Able to work five days per week onsite in Reading #LI-JW1 Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because... You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Security Architects (DV Security Clearance) Position Description Trusted to see the whole picture If you're ahead of the game on cyber security, systems and operations risk we can secure your career ambitions. Our Security Architects are trusted to work closely with a wide range of clients from all sectors on exciting projects with real-world purpose and impact. Whether you're a self-starter looking to test your talents, or want the opportunity to use your experience and skills, you'll find the challenges and support you need as part of one of the UK's largest cyber consultancies. Our roles are only available if you hold or fulfil the criteria to obtain a UK Security Clearance. Your future duties and responsibilities You'll join a collaborative team of more than 230 members delivering 360° security services to clients across every domain that CGI operates in, from government, defence, healthcare and utilities to banking and financial services. As a Security Architect your innovative solutions and support will secure business systems, protecting what is most valuable to our clients. You'll collaborate across enterprise architectures to produce end-to-end security designs, assisting on bids and proposals, as well as implementations and integrations. Liaising with stakeholders at all levels, you'll help build the full landscape security view that underpins systems resilience and client confidence. We need senior members who are design authorities, and junior members to work alongside them, developing their skills and understanding. Required qualifications to be successful in this role We're recruiting at all levels, so you'll have between 1 to 30+ years of experience consulting on delivering and implementing secure system design - ideally as a technical security lead for senior roles. You'll understand why security is at the centre of everything we do, and have the communication skills to persuade others, justifying secure architecture design to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. We'll also look for your experience and knowledge in: • Security standards and frameworks (MoD and HMG experiences helpful) • Cloud-based cyber security principles and architecture points • Boundary controls, network segmentation and access control • Identity and Access Management (including RBAC and A/PBAC, permissions management), ZTA • Cryptographic techniques and implementations • IT asset management and tracking • Vulnerability Management and Patching • SIEM principles, products and supporting logging infrastructure • Containerisation and virtual machine security • Delivering secure solutions against project expectations • Strong awareness of and commitment to industry best practice • Driving change in a complex environment This role requires you to hold or fulfil the criteria to obtain a UK Security Clearance #LI-JS2 Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because... You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Cryptographic Network Engineer Closing Date: 3rd July 2025 Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking . Regular domestic & international travel will be required as part of this role. Package: £39,500 - £50,000 (depending on your suitability, qualifications, and level of experience) Working pattern: AWE operates a 9-day working fortnight. We will consider flexible working requests so that your work may fit in with your lifestyle. Just let us know your preferred working pattern on your application. Clearance Level: You will need to obtain and maintain DV security clearance for the role. This will be funded by AWE. The nature of our work does mean you need to be a British Citizen who has been resident in the UK for the past 10 years in order to apply for DV clearance. Due to the classified nature of the work involved, there are no opportunities to work from home in this role. It is anticipated that the successful candidate will spend the majority of their time working on site at AWE Aldermaston. Ready to play your part? At AWE, it's not just a job, it's far more than that. Our shared purpose is to help keep the nation safe. Could this role be the opportunity for you to play your part? AWE is seeking a skilled and motivated Cryptographic Network Engineer to join our Live Services group. Reporting to the IT Manager, the successful Cryptographic Network Engineer's main focus will be installation and maintenance of Crypto devices, plus support of Network hardware on multiple networks at other times. The key tasks will include: Configuration, installation and maintenance of Crypto Devices which will involve travel to remote sites. Design, configure and implementation of network solutions. Use of network management tools to investigate, diagnose and resolve network problems within service level agreement tolerances. Ensure all network equipment is fit for purpose, configurations are up to date and running the latest stable firmware. Understanding project technical requirements and producing low level designs, including network diagrams and configuration build documentation. Fulfilment of service requests and resolving incidents. Mentoring of less experienced members of the team. Support of project work and remote sites will be required. Liaise with 3rd party Vendors to resolve issues. Who are we looking for? We do need you to have the following: Previous proven engineering experience within a networking environment. Good knowledge of networking protocols, especially OSPF Maintain technical skills to support latest network hardware/software. Knowledge of encrypted WAN links. Whilst not to be considered a tick list, we'd like you to have experience in some of the following: Experience with Juniper equipment (particularly EX, SRX and QFX platforms) Experience with NAC (Network Access Control) solutions/802.1X. Data Centre experience. Other requirements: Willingness to work flexibly and to occasionally work evenings and weekends where exceptional circumstances require it with overtime allowance. On call roster duties will be required with additional allowance. Travel to remote sites and overseas will be required therefore driving licence is essential You'll need to have the ability to work calmly and constructively in a priority changing environment and be able to manage your own workload. You will also have initiative, enthusiasm, a flexible approach, and ability to work to tight deadlines. Work hard, be rewarded: We ask a lot and set the bar high because our work truly matters. In return we offer balance, with award winning benefits including: 9-day working fortnight - meaning you get every other Friday off work, in addition to 270 hours of annual leave. Market leading contributory pension scheme (we will pay between 9% and 13% of your pensionable pay depending on your contributions). Family friendly policies: Maternity Leave - 39 Weeks Full Pay and Paternity Leave - 4 Weeks Full Pay. Opportunities for Professional Career Development including funding for annual membership of a relevant professional body. Employee Assistance Programme and Occupational Health Services. Life Assurance (4 x annual salary). Discounts - access to savings on a wide range of everyday spending. Special Leave Policy including paid time off for volunteering, public service (including reserve forces) and caring. The 'Working at AWE' page on our website is where you can find full details in the 'AWE Benefits Guide'. #LI-AT

Infrastructure Tester Position Description Are you a passionate Infrastructure Tester looking to work on impactful projects that improve lives while being part of a globally recognised, award-winning employer? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you! CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work list 2025 and has been named one of the World's Best Employers by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner, not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Please note, due to the sensitive nature of the work, this role is full-time onsite in Reading. Due to the nature of the work, all applicants must be a sole British national and either already hold SC clearance or be eligible and willing to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) to Security Check (SC) level. Your future duties and responsibilities You'll play a crucial hands-on role in a highly complex technical refresh project that includes hardware, operating system, and infrastructure software upgrades. This project also aims to virtualise system components to optimise physical space and improve operational efficiency. As an Infrastructure Tester, you'll contribute from the outset to ensure the new infrastructure meets all functional and non-functional requirements. You'll be responsible for designing robust test plans and scripts across multiple testing phases including System Integration Testing (SIT), Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT). Working closely with the engineering team, you will validate that both infrastructure and application-level components continue to function correctly following upgrades, with a particular focus on regression testing impacted areas. In addition to technical validation, your tests will ensure that the infrastructure is not only functional but also manageable, providing assurance that the service management team can fully support and operate the system post-implementation. Your ability to adapt existing testing skills or apply core test principles to infrastructure environments will be key to success in this role. Key responsibilities include: • Design and execution of detailed test plans and scripts for infrastructure testing. • Verification that infrastructure meets technical and service management requirements. • Execution of multi-phase testing including SIT, FAT, UAT, and SAT. • Regression testing of application functions affected by infrastructure upgrades. • Hands-on collaboration with engineers to define test cases and support resolution of defects. • Documentation of test outcomes and assurance of audit-ready test evidence. Required qualifications to be successful in this role You'll bring a solid foundation in core software testing, ideally with hands-on experience in infrastructure testing or a proven ability to apply your skills to infrastructure validation. Your testing approach will be meticulous and driven by quality, with the confidence to work autonomously and collaboratively within a wider engineering team. You must be able to interpret infrastructure requirements and translate them into effective test cases that demonstrate both the functional performance of the environment and its ongoing manageability. This includes working closely with other technical stakeholders to ensure comprehensive coverage and issue resolution throughout the test lifecycle. We're looking for a range of the following: • Strong core software testing skills; ISTQB certification is advantageous. • Experience in testing infrastructure components or willingness to adapt skills accordingly. • Proven ability to design, script, and execute tests for virtualised environments. • Understanding of multi-phase test cycles (SIT, FAT, UAT, SAT). • Excellent collaboration skills with engineering and service management teams. • Given the nature of the project, a background in secure systems and eligibility for SC clearance is essential. #LI-JW1 Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because... You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Project Manager (Defence) Position Description The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named one of the 'World's Best Employers' by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This position will be 5 days a week on site in Reading. Your future duties and responsibilities CGI seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead a high-visibility hardware and software infrastructure refresh at our Reading office, overseeing procurement, deployment, testing, and decommissioning. You'll lead a 15-member cross-functional team of engineers, architects, and specialists through end-to-end technical refresh cycles, including server, storage, network, OS, virtualisation, and middleware upgrades. Leveraging proven expertise in firmware updates, driver validation, compatibility testing, and software patching, you'll ensure smooth cutover, robust rollback procedures, and comprehensive handover documentation. As the primary stakeholder liaison, you'll provide clear status reporting, change control management, and executive insights, with occasional travel for key milestone reviews. You'll champion best practices in asset lifecycle management, data integrity, and compliance to deliver the project on time, within budget, and to CGI's stringent quality standards. Key Responsibilities • Project Leadership: Own the project lifecycle from initiation through to close out, coordinating with technical teams and stakeholders. • Team Management: Lead and motivate a multidisciplinary team of circa 15 resources, balancing workloads and optimising performance. • Scheduling & Planning: Develop, maintain, and monitor a detailed project schedule in MS Project, adjusting timelines as needed to meet deliverables. • Risk & Dependency Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate risks and dependencies; escalate issues proactively. • Stakeholder Reporting: Provide weekly status reports and presentations to the Director, ensuring transparency around progress, risks, and next steps. • Client Engagement: Represent CGI in client meetings, build strong relationships, and manage expectations throughout the project. Required qualifications to be successful in this role • IT Project Management: Proven track record managing complex infrastructure or technical projects. • MS Project Expertise: Advanced skills in Microsoft Project for planning, tracking, and reporting. • Multi Workstream Coordination: Demonstrated ability to juggle multiple workstreams and resource allocations simultaneously. • Technical Acumen: Previous infrastructure experience or strong technical background to effectively liaise with engineers and vendors. • On Site Commitment: Willingness and ability to work from CGI's Reading offices five days a week. Why CGI? • High Profile Project: Lead a critical infrastructure transformation for a leading organisation. • Collaborative Environment: Work alongside expert technical teams in a supportive, fast paced setting. • Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and progression within CGI's global network. • Competitive Package: Attractive salary and benefits, reflecting the responsibility and impact of the role. #LI-SB2 Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because... You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.