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Team / Directorate: NRW2030 / Finance and Corporate Services Starting salary: £59,547 rising to £65,004 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants) Contract type: Permanent Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week (Part time, annualised hours, compressed hours or term time working considered - discussions at interview stage welcome) Interview Date: Week commencing 01/09/2025 or 08/09/2025 Post number: 203986 (For office use only: TJN, H, TTJ) The role Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is delivering a major organisational transformation through NRW2030, designed to help us meet the ambitions of our Corporate Plan to 2030 . At the centre of this transformation is the Service Programme —a critical initiative enabling better customer experiences, stronger operational support services, and smarter use of resources. As Service Programme Manager , you will lead on delivering complex programmes and transformational change across NRW’s corporate services. You’ll provide strategic oversight, manage multi-disciplinary teams and third-party suppliers, and help shape the way our services meet the needs of both internal users and external stakeholders. This is a high-impact leadership role, ideal for someone with the experience, energy, and vision to help build a better, digitally enabled public service. As an organisation we support flexible working. You will be contracted to the nearest NRW office to your home and a suitable hybrid working pattern will be agreed on appointment. Any regular face to face meetings or training will be planned in advance. To make an informal enquiry about this role, please contact Andrew Jones Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) check. Appointments are normally made within 4 to 8 weeks of the closing date.

Team / Directorate: NRW2030 / Finance and Corporate Services Starting salary: £59,547 rising to £65,004 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants) Contract type: Permanent Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week (Part time, annualised hours, compressed hours or term time working considered - discussions at interview stage welcome) Interview Date: Week commencing either 01/09/2025 or 08/09/2025 Post number: 203985 (For office use only: TJN, H, TTJ) The role Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is undergoing major transformation through NRW2030 , our strategic programme designed to deliver on our Corporate Plan to 2030. Central to this is the Tech Programme , which is driving digital innovation, improved customer experience, and smarter knowledge and information management (KIM). As Tech Programme Manager, you will play a critical leadership role in this transformation. You’ll oversee third-party suppliers, technical teams, and internal specialists while aligning NRW’s digital, KIM, and customer strategies into a unified technical vision and target operating model. This is a unique opportunity to shape the digital future of Wales’ national environmental body. As an organisation we support flexible working. You will be contracted to the nearest NRW office to your home and a suitable hybrid working pattern will be agreed on appointment. Any regular face to face meetings or training will be planned in advance. To make an informal enquiry about this role, please contact Andrew Jones Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams Successful applicants will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) check. Appointments are normally made within 4 to 8 weeks of the closing date.

Job description As a practitioner level Senior Performance Test Engineer, you will: Design, implement, and execute performance testing strategies that align with business and user requirements, contributing to the overall test and quality planning efforts. Take ownership of performance testing within the automated pipeline, primarily using JMeter integrated with our CI/CD process (Concourse). Collaborate with teams across Companies House to champion a performance-first mindset throughout the development lifecycle. Analyse system performance, using tools such as Grafana, identify bottlenecks, and work closely with business analysts, developers, architects, and DevOps engineers to optimise performance. Establish and maintain performance baselines, stress testing, load testing, and scalability testing frameworks. Drive best practices and mentor other testers in performance testing techniques and tools. Research, recommend, and implement emerging tools to improve the efficiency and accuracy of performance testing. Document, and maintain performance testing standards, best practices, methodologies, runbooks, and findings using collaboration platforms such as Confluence, SharePoint, or other designated tools. Ensure knowledge is effectively shared and accessible across relevant teams. Salary Base salary is £40,398pa with an additional DDaT allowance of £4,350 - £11,000 available. The final salary and allowance awarded will be based on an assessment of your skills and experience as demonstrated at interview. The pay advertised is the maximum that can be offered. Benefits Alongside your salary of £40,398, Companies House contributes £11,703 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. We offer an excellent benefits package that includes: a generous 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day enrolment into the with a contribution rate of averaging 28% a range of recognition schemes including instant awards to thank and recognise each other's efforts and contributions strong ethos of equality, diversity and inclusion great work life balance with flexible and mobile working available for many roles a pro-active approach to employee wellbeing that allows our employees to flourish and be their best at work and has enabled us to become an platinum accredited employer online financial support and advice seasonal flu jabs generous maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave allowances a focus on career development and progression a number of inclusive network groups to support our colleagues and a great sports and social society cycle to work scheme staff discount scheme holiday play scheme for children 3 days paid volunteering leave Key dates (dates are indicative only and could be subject to change) Closing date: 17 August (at 23:55) Sifting: w/c 18 August & w/c 25 August 2025 Technical assessment: w/c 1 September 2025 Interviews - w/c 8 September & w/c 15 September 2025

Description Starling is the UK's first and leading digital bank on a mission to fix banking! We built a new kind of bank because we knew technology had the power to help people save, spend and manage their money in a new and transformative way. We're a fully licensed UK bank with the culture and spirit of a fast-moving, disruptive tech company. We're a bank, but better: fairer, easier to use and designed to demystify money for everyone. We employ more than 3,000 people across our London, Southampton, Cardiff and Manchester offices. Our technologists are at the very heart of Starling and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment that is all about building things, creating new stuff, and disruptive technology that keeps us on the cutting edge of fintech. We operate a flat structure to empower you to make decisions regardless of what your primary responsibilities may be, innovation and collaboration will be at the core of everything you do. Help is never far away in our open culture, you will find support in your team and from across the business, we are in this together! The way to thrive and shine within Starling is to be a self-driven individual and be able to take full ownership of everything around you: From building things, designing, discovering, to sharing knowledge with your colleagues and making sure all processes are efficient and productive to deliver the best possible results for our customers. Our purpose is underpinned by five Starling values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Starling - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. In Technology, we're asking that you attend the office a minimum of 1 day per week. Our Engineering Environment Starling engineers are excited about helping us deliver new features, regardless of what their primary tech stack may be. Hear from the team in our latest blogs or our case studies with Women in Tech . We are looking for engineers at all levels to join the team. We value people being engaged and caring about customers, caring about the code they write and the contribution they make to Starling. People with a broad ability to apply themselves to a multitude of problems and challenges, who can work across teams do great things here at Starling, to continue changing banking for good. We have built our entire banking platform in house and mostly in Java. We are looking for people who want to work on building the tooling that is used by our engineers on a daily basis.

Join CGI as an EUC Engineer, supporting one of our high-profile clients based in Newport, South Wales. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2024 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. We proudly 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 nature of the role, all applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo a security check to SC level. We are looking for a skilled EUC Engineer to join our team, with a focus on both technical support and device provisioning. This role ensures the efficient deployment, configuration, and maintenance of end-user devices while addressing technical challenges to provide a seamless user experience.

Are you ready to take ownership of your career, solve real-world challenges and be part of a supportive, innovative team? At CGI, we empower you to grow, think creatively and make a difference. We’re recruiting for Technical Analysts to join our team and play a vital role in delivering exceptional IT support to our valued clients over the phone, as part of our 5* Service Desk. Our clients include Council Workers supporting major cities, Government agencies and large UK commercial businesses. 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 member 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 role - All applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Security Check (SC) level. Starting Salary is £24,700 with twice-yearly increments subject to performance.

Team / Directorate: NRW2030 / Finance and Corporate Services Starting salary: £45,367 rising to £50,877 per annum through annual increments being paid each year (pro rata for part time applicants) Contract type: Permanent Work pattern: Full time, 37 hours per week (Part time, annualised hours, compressed hours or term time working considered - discussions at interview stage welcome) Interview Date: 18/08/2025 Post number: 203613 The role Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is looking for three experienced and highly organised Project Managers to lead the delivery of projects under the NRW2030 programme – our ambitious, organisation-wide transformation to build a more sustainable, resilient Wales. As a Project Manager, you’ll lead the planning and implementation of a range of interrelated projects, working closely with colleagues across NRW and external partners to deliver meaningful outcomes. You’ll develop and manage detailed project plans aligned with NRW’s governance frameworks, explore and appraise delivery options—including internal resource deployment and procurement of sub-contractors —and prepare robust business cases and tender documentation where needed. Strong financial and risk management will be essential, alongside clear, timely reporting through our established governance structures. Ensuring full compliance with NRW’s procurement and project controls will be a key part of the role. These roles offer a high degree of flexibility and may span a wide portfolio of initiatives, depending on programme priorities. As an organisation we support flexible working. You will be contracted to the nearest NRW office to your home and a suitable hybrid working pattern will be agreed on appointment. Any regular face to face meetings or training will be planned in advance. To make an informal enquiry about this role, please contact Silas Jones at or Andrew Jones at Interviews will take place via Microsoft Teams

Job Title: ICT Senior Network Engineer Location: Bridgend Salary: £45,147 - £48,894 per annum Job type: Full Time / Permanent Level of Welsh language ability required: 2 Working Hours: 37 hours per week Closing Date: 18/07/2025, 15:00 About Us: South Wales Police is the largest police force in Wales, serving a population of approximately 1.3 million people across an area of 2,117 square miles. We are dedicated to keeping our communities safe and secure, and we rely on cutting-edge technology to support our operations. As an ICT Senior Network Engineer, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth functioning of our ICT infrastructure and providing technical assistance to our staff. We have recently invested heavily in our ICT department with exciting new projects and opportunities funded by significant investment. We are going through a period of significant growth and technological change, there has never been a better time to join! The Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Network Engineer to join our dynamic IT team. In this role you will support the development, implementation, and maintenance of the network infrastructure. The ICT Senior Engineer - Networks will provide the technical resources necessary to support business continuity for a 24/7 emergency policing service and its external partners. Responsibilities: Implement network security including firewall configurations, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and access control lists To maintain the network architecture including Cisco routers and switches and Cisco ASA / Firepower firewalls & troubleshoot any issues that develop To manage Meraki firewalls / SD-WAN Appliances To assist with the maintenance of Cisco AnyConnect VPN / NAM / ISE To assist with the implementation and maintenance of a CISCO ACI network To manage the performance of major routing protocols such as EIGRP and OSPF. To conduct network capacity planning and support the roll-out of upgrades and improvements across LAN / WLAN / WAN / Wi-Fi / MPLS / SD-Access and Data Centre Requirements: Must possess any of the following: Must have experience of designing, installing, configuring and managing an on-premise network infrastructure including layer 2 and 3 switching and routing. Must have experience of managing network security hardware and software, including firewalls and network intrusion detection systems. Experience of network hardware and software including Cisco and Meraki solutions Must demonstrate in-depth understanding of datacentre network architectures, ICT disaster recovery strategies, and LAN / WLAN / WAN / Wi-Fi / MPLS / SD-Access networking technologies. Benefits Include: Training and professional development opportunities Local Government Pension Scheme 24 days Annual Leave increasing to 29 days after 5 years employment Flexible working dependant of duties Free on-site parking On site fitness centre and canteen Collaborative and supportive work environment. Cycle to work scheme Wellness programmes SWP Diolch Vectis & Blue light Discount Card Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to public safety and community well-being. Diversity, Equality & Inclusion: As a Force, we are committed to developing the overall structure of equality, diversity and inclusion across South Wales Police: in our workforce and in the services we provide. South Wales Police is an equal opportunities employer and is determined to attract, employ and support a workforce which is representative of the diverse society which it serves. We are committed to achieving a working environment which is free from any form of harassment, intimidation, bullying or victimisation. Applications are welcomed from all under-represented groups and support will be made available for all applicants as and when requested. Additional Information: The successful Candidate must be willing to undergo vetting to MV/SC Vetting. Note: Due to the sensitive nature of the work performed by South Wales Police, all applicants will undergo a comprehensive background check as a part of the recruitment process. Shortlist Date: 28 July 2025 Interview Date: 4 August 2025 Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: IT Systems Technician, ICT Technician, IT Systems Support, IT Technician, Information Technology, IT, 1st Line, 2nd Line, Technical Support Engineer, Network Engineer, IT Networks Technician, IT, Customer Services may also be considered for this role.

Imagine joining a company where your ideas shape the future of intelligent LED lighting cabin technologies working for some of the biggest names in commercial aviation. Where you're trusted with autonomy, encouraged to collaborate closely with hardware and electronics engineers, and given the freedom to lead a new project from the ground up. It's an opportunity to be part of a small, close-knit team that values flexibility, innovation, and a family-like culture. You'll play a key role in developing advanced lighting and safety systems for high-reliability environments, with real-world impact across the commercial aviation sector. As an Embedded Software & Firmware Engineer, you'll be hands-on with cutting-edge embedded solutions that prioritise both performance and sustainability. Designing systems that reduce environmental impact through energy-efficient operation. This is a hybrid role, requiring a minimum of 4 days per week on-site at the South Wales office. What You'll Be Doing • Designing and implementing embedded software and firmware for microcontrollers and programmable logic devices • Developing low-level drivers, communication protocols, and real-time control logic • Writing efficient, maintainable code in C/C++ • Contributing to system architecture, requirements definition, and hardware integration • Debugging and resolving firmware issues across development and production • Supporting secure firmware update mechanisms and bootloaders • Participating in verification and validation activities, including unit and system testing • Maintaining clear technical documentation throughout the development lifecycle • Collaborating closely with hardware, systems, and QA teams What We're Looking For • A degree in Computer Science, Electronics, or a related field • Solid experience in embedded software/firmware development • Proficiency in C/C++ and experience with real-time or bare-metal systems • Strong understanding of microcontrollers and digital communication protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, CAN) • Confidence using lab tools such as oscilloscopes and logic analysers • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and Agile development practices • Experience with safety-critical or high-integrity systems (e.g., aerospace, automotive) • Exposure to FPGA development or low-level hardware programming • Understanding of CI/CD pipelines and automated testing What You'll Get in Return • 25 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays • Christmas shutdown • 5% company pension contribution • Death in service benefit • Annual bonus scheme (based on company and individual performance) • 37.5-hour work week • Early finish Fridays (1pm finish) • Free annual eye test • Cycle to work scheme • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) You'll be joining a supportive and technically capable team that values clear communication, practical problem-solving, and continuous improvement. The company offers flexible working arrangements and encourages ongoing professional development. If this role sounds of interest and you meet a handful of the requirements, please apply and we'll be in touch to share some further information. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit XX XX XX XX XX Computer Futures, 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

This is an exciting opportunity in the Digital Services team! You'll be joining our team at a time of transformation, and you will be part of shaping the future of our department. We use Agile Methodologies and promote a culture of continuous improvement. We are looking for an enthusiastic Lead Test Engineer (Security) with great technical skills able to coach and mentor other testers and lead the non-functional testing workstream focused on Security testing. You will be part of our lead tester group, working collaboratively with your team and overseeing the testing journey with management responsibilities. This provides an opportunity to make the test community thrive by exploring new and emerging tools and approaches and working out how you can help the organisation deliver better services. This is a rewarding role within the Test Team and provides an opportunity to contribute to the success of existing and future services provided by Companies House. Companies House offers a flexible and welcoming culture that promotes a healthy work life balance as well as a proactive approach to wellbeing that allows us to be our best at work. We recognise that people are the key to our success so offer a fantastic benefits package including flexible working with no core hours, 30 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day as well as enrolment into the Civil Service Pension scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. We're able to consider both full-time and part-time working patterns for this opportunity. For part-time, this must be a minimum of 30 hours per week, over 4 or 5 days. Please note - Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. Additionally, a Security Check (SC) is an essential requirement for this role (at least 3 out of the last 5 years in the UK). Please see 'Things you need to know' section below for more information. Job description As a Lead Test Engineer focusing on security, you will: Take ownership of security testing within the software development lifecycle. This will involve running vulnerability scans using tools such as Burp, coordinating with relevant teams, and testing security-related issues. As a manager, you will provide advice, coaching and mentoring to testers on non-functional testing subjects such as security testing. Attend meetings and provide stakeholders with updates. Design and execute manual and automated security test cases using standard testing techniques. Design and implement pipeline solutions to support automated security testing and reporting. For more information on the Test Engineering profession and skills expected of a Lead, head over to the . Person specification We are looking for the following experience, which will be assessed at sift and at interview. Proven experience of coaching and mentoring direct reports. A relevant certification in ethical hacking or penetration testing, such as such as 7Safe CSTA or GIAC Penetration testing, or evidence that you are working towards this or have proven working experience. Experience of non-functional testing practices with a strong focus on Security Testing. Working knowledge of at least 5 of the following security tools and technologies: Burp Suite (including Burp Scanner) - for web application vulnerability scanning and manual security testing. OWASP ZAP - for DAST and automated security regression testing. Postman or SOAP UI - for API testing with a security focus (e.g. injection, authorisation, token misuse). OAuth2 / OpenID Connect - for testing secure authentication and access control scenarios. Jenkins or Concourse - for integrating security testing into CI/CD pipelines. Unix/Linux-based systems - for using command-line tools, scripting, and log analysis. AWS (or similar cloud provider) - with a focus on IAM, S3 access controls, and common misconfiguration risks. SQL / MongoDB / Oracle - for testing injection flaws, access controls, and data sanitisation. Karate DSL or Rest Assured - for automating security-focused API tests. Version control systems (e.g. Git) - for secure code handling and integration with secrets scanners. Static Application Security Testing (SAST) tools - e.g. SonarQube, Checkmarx, Semgrep. Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) tools - e.g. OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite Pro. Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) scanning tools - e.g. tfsec, Checkov. Secrets detection tools - e.g. GitLeaks, truffleHog, detect-secrets. Threat modelling methodologies - e.g. STRIDE, PASTA, or creating risk-based test charters. Familiarity with the OWASP Top 10 - and how to test for each category. Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,571, Companies House contributes £12,043 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. We offer an excellent benefits package that includes: a generous 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day enrolment into the Civil Service Pension Scheme with a contribution rate of averaging 28% a range of recognition schemes including instant awards to thank and recognise each others efforts and contributions strong ethos of equality, diversity and inclusion great work life balance with flexible and mobile working available for many roles a pro-active approach to employee wellbeing that allows our employees to flourish and be their best at work and has enabled us to become an Investors In People platinum accredited employer online financial support and advice seasonal flu jabs generous maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave allowances a focus on career development and progression a number of inclusive network groups to support our colleagues and a great sports and social society cycle to work scheme staff discount scheme holiday play scheme for children 3 days paid volunteering leave Next Steps Click 'Apply Now' to be taken to our main advert Civil Service Jobs where you can see more details regarding the role, the incredible benefits we have to offer and what it's like to work in Companies House. If you have any questions about the role or process, please reach out to . This role closes on 20 July 2025.

This is an exciting opportunity in the Digital Services team! You'll be joining our team at a time of transformation, and you will be part of shaping the future of our department. We use Agile Methodologies and promote a culture of continuous improvement. We are looking for an enthusiastic Senior Test Engineer (Non-Functional Security) with great technical skills, able to deliver and support security testing workstreams, including vulnerability assessments and penetration testing. You will also offer guidance to other testers on security testing best practices. You will be part of our non-functional testing specialist team, working collaboratively with your team and overseeing the testing journey. This provides an opportunity to make the test community thrive by exploring new and emerging tools and approaches and working out how you can help the organisation deliver better services. This is a rewarding role within the Test Team and provides an opportunity to contribute to the success of existing and future services provided by Companies House. Companies House offers a flexible and welcoming culture that promotes a healthy work life balance as well as a proactive approach to wellbeing that allows us to be our best at work. We recognise that people are the key to our success so offer a fantastic benefits package including flexible working with no core hours, 30 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day as well as enrolment into the Civil Service Pension scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. We're able to consider both full-time and part-time working patterns for this opportunity. For part-time, this must be a minimum of 30 hours per week, over 4 or 5 days. Please note - Companies House cannot offer Visa sponsorship to candidates through this campaign. Additionally, a Security Check (SC) is an essential requirement for this role (at least 3 out of the last 5 years in the UK). Please see 'Things you need to know' section below for more information. Job description As a Senior Test Engineer focusing on security you will; Working within a delivery team, youll contribute to the coordination and execution of security testing across the software development lifecycle. This will involve running vulnerability scans using tools such as Burp, coordinating with relevant teams, testing security related issues. Support the wider test team by sharing knowledge and guidance on security testing approaches and tooling. Attend meetings and provide stakeholders with updates. Design and implement pipeline solutions to support automated security testing and reporting. For more information on the Test Engineering profession and skills expected of a Lead, head over to the . Person specification We are looking for the following, which will be assessed at sift, technical stage and interview. Experience in Security testing. A relevant certification in ethical hacking or penetration testing, such as such as 7Safe CSTA or GIAC Penetration testing, OR currently working towards this OR have proven working experience. Working knowledge of at least 5 of the following security tools and technologies: Burp Suite (including Burp Scanner) - for web app vulnerability scanning and manual security testing. OWASP ZAP - for DAST and automated security regression testing. Postman or SOAP UI - for API testing with a security focus (e.g. injection, authorisation, token misuse). OAuth2 / OpenID Connect - for testing secure authentication and access control scenarios. Jenkins or Concourse - for integrating security testing into CI/CD pipelines. Unix/Linux-based systems - for using command-line tools, analysing logs, and running manual tests. AWS (or similar cloud provider) - with a focus on IAM, S3 access, and common misconfiguration risks. SQL / MongoDB / Oracle - for testing injection flaws, access controls, and data sanitisation. Karate DSL or Rest Assured - for automating security-focused API tests. Git or other version control systems - for secure code handling and integration with security scanners. Static Application Security Testing (SAST) tools - e.g. SonarQube, Checkmarx, Semgrep. Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST) tools - e.g. OWASP ZAP, Burp Suite Pro. Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) scanning tools - e.g. tfsec, Checkov. Secrets detection tools - e.g. GitLeaks, truffleHog, detect-secrets. Threat modelling approaches - e.g. STRIDE, or creating risk-based test charters. Familiarity with the OWASP Top 10 - and how to test for each risk category. Benefits Alongside your salary of £40,398, Companies House contributes £11,703 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. We offer an excellent benefits package that includes: a generous 30 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day enrolment into the Civil Service Pension Scheme with a contribution rate of averaging 28% a range of recognition schemes including instant awards to thank and recognise each others efforts and contributions strong ethos of equality, diversity and inclusion great work life balance with flexible and mobile working available for many roles a pro-active approach to employee wellbeing that allows our employees to flourish and be their best at work and has enabled us to become an Investors In People platinum accredited employer online financial support and advice seasonal flu jabs generous maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental leave allowances a focus on career development and progression a number of inclusive network groups to support our colleagues and a great sports and social society cycle to work scheme staff discount scheme holiday play scheme for children 3 days paid volunteering leave Next Steps Click 'Apply Now' to be taken to our main advert Civil Service Jobs where you can see more details regarding the role, the incredible benefits we have to offer and what it's like to work in Companies House. If you have any questions about the role or process, please reach out to . This role closes on 20 July 2025.

Job Title: IT Helpdesk Team Leader Location: St Asaph, Wales Salary : £28,000 to £30,000 per annum Job Type: Full time, Permanent About Us: Flotek Group are a fast-growing Tech Company based throughout the UK providing IT and Comms technology to small & medium businesses. We have regional sales and support locations across the UK. Our ambitious growth is focused around our crucial values and fundamental rules, with every product and service delivered with expertise, passion and heart. About the Role: We are looking for an enthusiastic customer service-focused team leader, with previous experience of working within the ICT sector, preferably in an IT 2nd/3rd Line Helpdesk Role. You will be responsible for a team of professionals, taking inbound calls from customers who require technical assistance and immediately triage their calls with a view to helping and close that ticket. Key Responsibilities: Support and upskill new and existing team members Reporting to the IT Service Manager Producing up to date team statistics (SLAa, KPIs) for the IT Helpdesk Assist on 1-2-1s with the IT Service Manager Distribute work to team members based on capacity / skillset / knowledge Ensure customer faults and incidents are responded to and resolved within SLAs Demonstrate ownership, accountability, and strive for First Call Resolution Support the team answering the phone to inbound calls from customers who require technical help Help the team troubleshoot and resolve software and hardware issues onsite, remotely over the phone and by email Investigation and monitoring of IT related, network, workstation, laptop and application performance issues Communicate clearly and effectively with end-users, colleagues, and management to quickly resolve issues and ensure customer satisfaction and ticket resolution Ensuring all open cases are updated with relevant information and customers are regularly updated Responsible for consistently giving a first-class service Provide additions and updates to existing process documentation, ensuring we keep solutions up to date About you: Job Experience Required: Have an IT background within 2nd/3rd Line IT Helpdesk experience is essential Experience of leading a team Experience in customer service (excellent verbal and written communication skills required) Comfortable using CRMs and documentation solution Benefits: Staff Share Equity Scheme New customer referral incentive Onsite Parking 21 Days Holiday increasing to 25 with 4 years of service (+ bank holidays) Perkbox offers and discounts EAP Please Note: Due to the nature of the role the company will not be able to offer sponsorship or relocation assistance so candidates must already reside in the UK. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; IT Support Engineer, IT Service Engineer, IT Service Desk Technician, 1st Line Helpdesk Engineer, IT Support Technician, 1st Line Support Engineer, Support Technician, IT Support Engineer, 1st Line Support Technician, Technical Support, IT Support, Telecoms Support Engineer may also be considered for this role.

Location Cardiff, Croydon, Liverpool, Manchester, Sheffield About the job Job summary As a Lead Technical Architect, you will drive the design and implementation of enterprise-wide technical solutions that shape our future business capabilities. Leading cross-functional teams, you'll ensure alignment with broader government strategies while guiding solutions around modern technologies such as cloud, AI, IoT, blockchain, and more. With a focus on security, agility, and innovation, you'll oversee multiple projects, mentor fellow architects, and collaborate with senior stakeholders. This is a pivotal role for an experienced leader passionate about delivering impactful solutions that support both user needs and organisational goals. Due to business requirements this post is available on a full time/flexible working basis. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. Where this is the case, employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in the office . Applicants can raise any queries to the email address at the bottom of the advert. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from the widest diversity of backgrounds, cultures, and experiences. We encourage applications from women, people with disabilities and LGBT+ as they are currently under-represented in the Home Office at this grade level. Appointments will be made on merit based on fair and open competition. Job description As a Lead Technical Architect, you will proactively shape and deliver infrastructure and technical solutions across multiple projects or teams. You will ensure solutions align with the wider enterprise architecture and strategic goals, leveraging modern technologies to drive innovative outcomes. Collaborating with a range of stakeholders including senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and external partners. You will balance near-term delivery with long-term scalability, security, and maintainability. You will define and evolve technical roadmaps, advise on strategic technology investments, and identify opportunities for continual improvement. Through clear, concise communication, you will secure buy-in for architectural initiatives and mentor junior architects to foster a high-performing architecture community. By evaluating emerging trends, incorporating lessons learned, and championing best practices, you will keep the technical estate flexible and future-proof, positioning the organisation for ongoing success. Person specification Key Responsibilities : Define and maintain enterprise-wide technical strategies, roadmaps, and architectures aligned with broader business objectives. Oversee design reviews, incorporating “Secure by Design” principles and compliance with architectural governance. Coordinate with cross-government teams and external partners to ensure cohesive, integrated solutions. Drive digital innovation by evaluating emerging technologies, embracing best practices, and championing continuous improvement. Mentor and coach architects, fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence. Facilitate the design and delivery of complex systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and security requirements are met. Manage multiple projects, collaborating with stakeholders to address risks, budgets, and timelines. Evaluate outcomes and integrate lessons learned into future strategies, enabling sustainable, long-term solutions. Essential Skills: Proven ability to lead complex technical architectures, championing innovation and best practices. Experience working across multiple domains or projects, coordinating with third-party suppliers and cross-government teams. Aptitude for anticipating future technologies and aligning solutions with broader strategies and business outcomes. Expertise in delivering secure, reliable, and scalable systems within defined time and quality constraints. Strong grasp of agile methodologies, DevOps principles, and design patterns, paired with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF). Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, translating complex technical topics for diverse audiences. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring or guiding other architects or technical professionals. SFIA capability framework Skills for the Information Age (SFIA) is the technical framework that sets the standard capability and development of all levels in the Home Office. This is a link to the capability framework: We use set SFIA technical skills to form our interview questions and we will assess you against these technical skills during the selection process. The essential skills listed above are reflective of the Home Office Government Digital and Data Profession Career Framework (based on the industry standard SFIA framework- Use the SFIA to understand what would be expected for each technical skill listed). Please see below for the relevant skills for your role: SFIA Technical skills: Strategy & Architecture: Strategy and Planning Innovation (INOV) - Level 3 Enterprise and Business Architecture (STPL) - Level 3 Strategic Planning (ITSP) - Level 3 Solution Architecture (ARCH) - Level 5 Advice & Guidance Consultancy (CNSL) - Level 4 Specialist Advice (TECH) - Level 4 Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Communicating and Influencing Making Effective Decisions Technical skills We'll assess you against these technical skills during the selection process: Enterprise and Business Architecture (STPL) - Level 3 Strategic Planning (ITSP) - Level 3 Solution Architecture (ARCH) - Level 5 Specialist Advice (TECH) - Level 4

Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday 14th July 2025 The IPO is a modern organisation that relies heavily on its IT services to operate and innovate, providing up-to-date services to our customers, both nationally and internationally. Systems must be architected and maintained to meet their needs with the use of automation to drive the overall user experience As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge to solutions utilizing Azure cloud technologies, employ modern delivery processes, and work on innovative projects. Collaborating with experts in their fields, you will make valuable contributions and drive our technology and services forward. Your experience of developing API based solutions will be essential to improve our integration with both internal and external interfaces. This role requires you to take ownership and have a strong appetite for learning and applying new technologies and methodologies to deliver high-quality IT services. You will lead on designs for solutions for the IPO platforms, considering industry best practices while adhering to IPO standards and policies. You are expected to be proactive and take accountability for various architectural deliverables within IPO. Additionally, as a Lead Technical Architect, you will contribute to the technical strategy of the organisation. Working Style This role will be carried out in-line with IPO Hybrid working arrangements where staff are currently expected to spend at least 20% of their time working onsite from one of our offices. This role is based in our Newport Office. The requirement for attendance at an office location can vary by role so we would encourage candidates to discuss working arrangements with the recruiting manager to agree a reasonable balance between working from home and the office. Main duties consist of but are not limited to: Be responsible for design, strategy and documentation of large or complex applications in a cloud first environment using the MS Power Platform\ Dynamics and Power Apps within Azure Understand the tool kit and under what circumstances to use them, such as Model and Canvas apps. Good understanding of the plugins including those in the XrmToolBox. Understanding of PCF Controls and how they can be used to extend Dynamics functionality Design configurations and customisation of Dataverse / Dynamics entities and forms Design of PowerApps integrations with other Azure components such as Logic Apps, Azure Service Bus and Azure Functions Consult on API designs for purposes such as integration, performance optimisation, security and scalability. You will work with service squads, project and operational teams, leading and owning elements of the technology architecture with a focus on Microsoft Azure. Provide technical leadership and expertise, identifying, selecting, and creating appropriate technical solutions based on user needs and business requirements. Analyse the needs of large deliverables, breaking them down into smaller manageable components ensuring appropriate software, hardware and integration methods are employed. Provide technical governance, ensuring technical solutions and decisions adhere to quality, principles, policies, and standards. Present relevant and appropriate documentation at governance boards such as the Technical Design Authority and Solution Design Authority. Own the technical roadmaps for allocated capabilities ensuring ongoing deliveries consider business needs, technology updates and changes and the wider impact on the technology estate. Liaise with architects from other areas and disciplines to ensure alignment of architectures across your areas of responsibility. Work with Strategic Delivery Partners to ensure the requirements of the IPO are met and delivered in line with statements of work, the organisational strategic direction, principles, policies and standards. Act as a critical friend to stakeholders ensuring decisions are understood and consider risk, cost, time, and quality. Horizon scanning and continuous research on emerging technologies and services that would benefit IPO. Proactively apply HMG IA technical security controls according to ISO 27001 & the Security Policy Framework (SPF) Essential Criteria Design configurations and customisation of Dataverse / Dynamics entities and forms Understanding of PCF Controls and how they can be used to extend Dynamics functionality Good understanding of the plugins including those in the XrmToolBox Design of PowerApps integrations with other Azure components such as Logic Apps, Azure Service Bus and Azure Functions Cloud platforms, specifically Microsoft Azure and related technologies Technical experience of Azure Cloud architecture Strong understanding of relational database structures and data modelling generally In depth understanding of the Microsoft ecosystem. Azure, Rest APIs, Service Bus and APIM. Strong understanding of API architecture solutions Deep technical experience of the MS Power Platform and the Dynamics eco-systems. Benefits Alongside your salary of £64,079, Intellectual Property Office contributes £18,563 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. Unlimited Pluralsight video learning access Access to Microsoft’s ESI training suite Hybrid working with no core hours Substantial support for career progression 25 days annual leave moving to 30 days in annual increments You will also get 8 days public leave and 1 day privilege leave

Java Microservices Developer 6 Month contract initially Based: Remote/Cardiff - Hybrid. Max 3 days p/w onsite. Rate: £450 - £500 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 number of Java Microservices Developers to join the team! We are seeking a number of talented Java Microservies developers to join our team for a new strategic transformation program of work. You will Design, Develop, and Maintain Microservices: • Creating and implementing microservices with Java. • Ensuring microservices are scalable, reliable, and efficient. • Maintaining existing microservices, including bug fixes and performance improvements. Key Responsibilities: CI/CD and Automation: • Implementing and managing continuous integration and continuous delivery (CI/CD) pipelines for microservices deployment. • Automating testing and deployment processes to improve efficiency and reliability. Code Quality and Best Practices: • Writing clean, well-documented, and maintainable code. • Following coding standards and best practices for Java development. Participating in code reviews and providing constructive feedback to team members Key Skills & Experience: Programming: • Proficiency in Java and related technologies like Spring Boot. • Understanding of microservices concepts, patterns, and principles. • Experience with microservice frameworks like Spring Cloud or other relevant tools. • Understanding of API design principles and best practices. • Familiarity with relational and non-relational databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB). Cloud Platforms: • Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Testing and Debugging: • Experience with unit testing, integration testing, and debugging tools. Soft Skills: • Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Agile Development: • Experience with agile methodologies like Scrum or Kanban. • client facing with an excellent communication to come up with the proactive ideas Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. • Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills 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.

Project Manager - National Grid Substation Project (Newport) Location: Newport, Wales Start Date: Immediate Contract Duration: 2 Years Day Rate: £550+ per day (DOE) IR35 Status: Determination to be completed (initial 6-month SDS, with review) Engagement Type: Umbrella preferred, but PSC considered About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a major National Grid substation project based in Newport. This is a high-profile, long-term infrastructure project with a 2-year delivery timeline, offering an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of the UK's energy network transformation. Please note: The business is strongly encouraging the Project Manager to be on-site approximately 90% of the time to ensure effective delivery and team coordination. Key Responsibilities: Oversee the full lifecycle of the substation project, from mobilisation through to commissioning Manage multidisciplinary teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders including National Grid Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards Monitor project progress, budgets, and risk management Report regularly to senior stakeholders and ensure alignment with programme milestones What You'll Bring: National Grid substation build experience, including working knowledge of NG Safety Rules, Specifications, and EPC/M&E Frameworks Proven leadership on Design and Build projects, managing cross-functional teams Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging clients and suppliers A qualification in construction or engineering, or equivalent relevant experience A recognised Project Management qualification (e.g. APM, PMP) Strong commercial acumen with experience managing NEC contracts Demonstrated ability to manage risk and opportunity effectively Solid understanding of regulatory frameworks including HSWA, CDM, and EAWR Ability to drive a project through all lifecycle stages Experience managing budgets, with a track record of delivering on time and within cost Proficiency in Project Management software tools Contract Details: Start: Immediate Duration: 24 months Rate: £550/day minimum (negotiable based on experience) IR35: Client will conduct an IR35 determination for the first 6 months. A new SDS will be required thereafter. Please note: The client has expressed a preference for umbrella engagement for the full duration. How to Apply: If you're ready to take on a pivotal role in a nationally significant infrastructure project, please submit your CV and availability details today. 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