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Required : Virtualisation SME Location : Basingstoke Duration : 6 Months + Clearance required : DV Level Your role will involve: As a VMware Specialist, you will play a crucial role in the creation of an Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) platform using VMware technologies including vRealize Orchestrator (VRO), VMware Cloud Director (VCD), and NSX-T. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect, deploy, and optimize virtualized environments tailored to meet the specific needs of our clients. Responsibilities: 1. Design and implement VMware-based IaaS solutions according to client requirements and industry best practices. 2. Configure and optimize VMware vRealize Orchestrator (VRO) workflows for automating provisioning, deployment, and management tasks. 3. Deploy and manage VMware Cloud Director (VCD) instances, including resource pools, organizations, virtual data centers, and networking. 4. Implement and configure NSX-T for software-defined networking and security within the virtualized environment. 5. Collaborate with infrastructure and operations teams to integrate VMware solutions with existing systems and technologies. 6. Provide technical expertise and support during the testing, troubleshooting, and resolution of issues related to VMware infrastructure. 7. Develop and maintain documentation, including architectural diagrams, standard operating procedures, and technical guides. 8. Stay updated on emerging VMware technologies, trends, and best practices to drive continuous improvement and innovatio Required Skills: 2. Proven experience designing, implementing, and managing VMware-based virtualization solutions, with a focus on vRealize Orchestrator (VRO), VMware Cloud Director (VCD), and NSX-T. 3. In-depth knowledge of virtualization concepts, VMware vSphere architecture, and related technologies. 4. Hands-on experience with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for automation and customization of VMware environments. 5. Strong understanding of software-defined networking (SDN) principles and experience with NSX-T configuration and management. 6. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills with a keen attention to detail. 7. Ability to work effectively in a collaborative Agile team environment and communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders. 8. VMware certifications such as VMware Certified Professional (VCP) or VMware Certified Advanced Professional (VCAP) are highly desirable. 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 18 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.

Technical Architect Pay of up to £83,917, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. DWP is hiring top quality Technical Architects. Can you design and deliver user-friendly digital services in a unique and complex environment? Can you help us build better products services for millions of users? Our teams use fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, the architectural problems we have to solve are rich and complex, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Architecture design across on-prem, cloud and hybrid environments involving networking, security, presentation, middleware, database, and integration aspects. Architecture design informed through use of principles, patterns, technical radars, practices and standards. Architecture design working with project delivery teams within agile, waterfall and hybrid environments throughout the lifecycle - from concept to go-live. Translating business requirements into technical solutions with traceability that can be demonstrated to stakeholders. Microservice and API-led architecture and integration design tools, techniques and best practice. API Management: Experience in designing and implementing APIs (REST/JSON, SOAP/XML, GraphQL), including API lifecycle management, API gateways, HTTP transport and security such as mTLS, OIDC. Integration Technologies: Proficiency in integration platforms like Kong EE, ISITO, Envoy, IBM WebSphere. Messaging and Streaming Technologies: Experience with messaging and streaming protocols and systems such as JMS, AMQP, MQTT, IBM MQ, Amazon SQS,SNS, Azure SB, and Kafka, Amazon Kinesis for asynchronous communication between systems. You and your role We're looking for skilled architects who are confident working on products & services in our complex digital environment. We're transforming DWP and the way millions of people access public services. You'll need to be a skilled technical expert, as well as a good communicator and leader. As our new Senior Technical Architect, you will design, implement and oversee the architecture of IT solutions that improve services for millions of DWP users. You'll work on the design, oversight and architecture governance of IT solutions that support DWP customers and help our colleagues be at the most effective. You will play a key role in shaping integration architecture across DWP's vast digital estate. Your expertise in APIs, event-driven architecture and enterprise integration patterns will be vital in delivering scalable solutions that support millions of users, and help over 100,000 colleagues and agents do a better job. You'll ensure technical quality, and keep designs aligned DWP's Digital Blueprint, Enterprise Architecture and Product Roadmaps. You'll also advocate for good architecture and influence good decisions and the use of the right technology in forums and approval boards. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Manchester or Newcastle, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and sometime collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £83,917, comprised of salary and Government Digital & Data allowance. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth over £16,094 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days and rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: An award-winning environment and culture: Employer of the Year 2023 (Women In IT Awards), Founders Award for Outstanding Digital Leadership 2023 (Digital 100) Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. Process: We know your time is valuable, so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. 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Technical Architect Pay of up to £83,917, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance. DWP. Digital with Purpose. DWP is hiring top quality Technical Architects. Can you design and deliver user-friendly digital services in a unique and complex environment? Can you help us build better products services for millions of users? Our teams use fresh ideas and leading-edge tech to build and maintain digital solutions that will be used by nearly every person in the UK, every day and at key moments in their lives. DWP is the UK's largest government department. We help people into work and make payments worth over £195bn a year to support and empower millions of people. The scale of what we do is extraordinary, the architectural problems we have to solve are rich and complex, and our purpose is unique. We'd love you to join us. What skills, knowledge and experience will you need? Architecture design across on-prem, cloud and hybrid environments involving networking, security, presentation, middleware, database, and integration aspects. Architecture design informed through use of principles, patterns, technical radars, practices and standards. Architecture design working with project delivery teams within agile, waterfall and hybrid environments throughout the lifecycle - from concept to go-live. Translating business requirements into technical solutions with traceability that can be demonstrated to stakeholders. Microservice and API-led architecture and integration design tools, techniques and best practice. API Management: Experience in designing and implementing APIs (REST/JSON, SOAP/XML, GraphQL), including API lifecycle management, API gateways, HTTP transport and security such as mTLS, OIDC. Integration Technologies: Proficiency in integration platforms like Kong EE, ISITO, Envoy, IBM WebSphere. Messaging and Streaming Technologies: Experience with messaging and streaming protocols and systems such as JMS, AMQP, MQTT, IBM MQ, Amazon SQS,SNS, Azure SB, and Kafka, Amazon Kinesis for asynchronous communication between systems. You and your role We're looking for skilled architects who are confident working on products & services in our complex digital environment. We're transforming DWP and the way millions of people access public services. You'll need to be a skilled technical expert, as well as a good communicator and leader. As our new Senior Technical Architect, you will design, implement and oversee the architecture of IT solutions that improve services for millions of DWP users. You'll work on the design, oversight and architecture governance of IT solutions that support DWP customers and help our colleagues be at the most effective. You will play a key role in shaping integration architecture across DWP's vast digital estate. Your expertise in APIs, event-driven architecture and enterprise integration patterns will be vital in delivering scalable solutions that support millions of users, and help over 100,000 colleagues and agents do a better job. You'll ensure technical quality, and keep designs aligned DWP's Digital Blueprint, Enterprise Architecture and Product Roadmaps. You'll also advocate for good architecture and influence good decisions and the use of the right technology in forums and approval boards. Details. Wages. Perks. Location: You'll join us in one of our brilliant digital hubs in Manchester or Newcastle, whichever is most convenient for you. Hybrid Working: We work a hybrid model - you'll spend some time working at home and sometime collaborating face to face in a hub. Pay: We offer competitive pay of up to £83,917, comprised of salary and Government Digital & Data allowance. Pension: You'll get a brilliant civil service pension with employer contributions worth 28.97%, worth over £16,094 per year. Holidays: A generous leave package starting at 26 days and rising to 31 days over time. You can also take up to 3 extra days off a month on flexi-time. You'll also get all the usual public holidays. We have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes: An award-winning environment and culture: Employer of the Year 2023 (Women In IT Awards), Founders Award for Outstanding Digital Leadership 2023 (Digital 100) Flexible working including flexible hours and flex-friendly policies Time off volunteering and charitable giving Bring your authentic self to work with 'I Can Be Me in DWP' Discounts and savings on shopping, fun days out and more Interest-free loans to buy a bike or a season ticket, so it's even easier for you to get to work and start making a difference Sports and social activities Professional development, coaching, mentoring and career progression opportunities. Process: We know your time is valuable, so our application and selection process is just two stages: Apply: complete your application on Civil Service Jobs. There'll be full instructions when you click through. Interview: a single stage interview online. CLICK APPLY for more information and to start your application.

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. CGI are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer to deliver cutting-edge 5G/SatComs projects for several high-profile clients, including integrating a 5G private network and SatComs links supplied by major operators. This position will be a hybrid position, working out of our site in Leatherhead. There will also be occasional travel to Didcot, Oxfordshire.