174 jobs found in Andover

Project Test Manager Location: Hampshire (Onsite) Duration: 18 Months Clearance: DV Clearance required (Active) Rate: £550 to £600 per day - Outside IR35 Overview We are seeking a Project Test Managerto provide specialist oversight and assurance across a highly secure government IT infrastructure programme. This role will focus on managing and governing the test and trial activity, ensuring that infrastructure capabilities are validated, risks are identified early, and delivery remains aligned to operational requirements. The successful candidate will act as a trusted adviser to programme leadership, providing independent challenge, structured guidance, and leadership across complex test environments. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic oversight and assurance of Test & Trials activity across the programme Review and shape Test & Trials Strategies, Plans, and governance frameworks Advise programme leadership on test readiness, risks, and delivery confidence...

Project Test Manager Location: Hampshire (Onsite) Duration: 18 Months Clearance: DV Clearance required (Active) Rate: £550 to £600 per day - Outside IR35 Overview We are seeking a Project Test Managerto provide specialist oversight and assurance across a highly secure government IT infrastructure programme. This role will focus on managing and governing the test and trial activity, ensuring that infrastructure capabilities are validated, risks are identified early, and delivery remains aligned to operational requirements. The successful candidate will act as a trusted adviser to programme leadership, providing independent challenge, structured guidance, and leadership across complex test environments. Key Responsibilities Provide strategic oversight and assurance of Test & Trials activity across the programme Review and shape Test & Trials Strategies, Plans, and governance frameworks Advise programme leadership on test readiness, risks, and delivery confidence...

Location: Southampton (20% onsite as required) Duration: 6 month contract Rate: £66ph UMB (Inside IR35) Active SC required. Role details: Our client, a leader in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a 'Bare-Metal' Embedded Software Engineer to join their Integrated Sensors & Protection line of business in Southampton. This contract role is primarily remote with the expectation to be onsite 20% of the time as required and has a duration of 6 months. You will be involved in the next generation of Airborne Integrated Communication System for the Global Combat Air Programme (Tempest aircraft). Key Responsibilities: Development and coding of software solutions for Embedded, Real-Time and Safety Critical application software Engaging in the development of innovative software features and capabilities Collaborating with other engineers to continuously improve and create market-leading defence products Ensuring software solutions meet stringent safety and...

Location: Reading (mostly onsite) Duration: 6 month contract Rate: £107ph UMB (Inside IR35) Active SC Required! Role details: Our client, a prominent company in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a skilled Business Architect to join their team on a contract basis. This role is critical for a major digital transformation programme within a new start-up organisation. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Direction Define and implement the approach for requirements gathering, analysis, and documentation across multiple workstreams. Set up a new Business Analysis Team, including recruitment, setting the standards and working practices, overseeing quality. Lead and mentor a team of Business Analysts with varying levels of experience, fostering growth and capability development. Alongside the Product Owner, set the vision for the digital solution. Assure the output of the BA team or around BAs and assurance of the solution produced by our Managed Service...

Cyber Security Assurance Specialist Location: Culham, Oxfordshire (2–3 days onsite per week) Contract Length: Until 18 December 2026 Rate: £55 per hour (Umbrella) IR35 Status: In Scope Security Clearance: Active SC (or lapsed within last 24 months) – mandatory CV Deadline: Tuesday 28th at 12:00 About the Role We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Assurance Specialist to support a high-profile programme focused on advancing sustainable energy solutions. This role operates within a complex, hybrid technology environment spanning enterprise IT, Operational Technology (OT), and research platforms. You will play a key role in strengthening cyber security posture across the organisation, combining hands-on technical expertise with strategic advisory input. The focus will be on security assurance, risk management, and embedding secure-by-design principles across infrastructure, cloud, and application landscapes. Key Responsibilities Conduct technical risk assessments across...

Cyber Security Assurance Specialist SC Cleared We’re supporting a leading UK research and technology organisation delivering nationally significant programmes, and they’re looking for an SC cleared Cyber Security Assurance Specialist to play a key role in securing a complex, hybrid technology estate. The chosen candidate must have capabilites in risk assessments across IT, Cloud and OT environments with exposure to secure cloud or infrastructure design (Azure/M365). This is 8 month rolling contract, paying £407 PD Inside IR 35 to be based in Culham two to three days per week. Key responsibilities include: Conducting risk assessments across IT, cloud and OT environments Reviewing and advising on security architecture & design patterns Owning and maintaining enterprise risk registers Leading technical assurance reviews aligned to GovAssure / CAF / ISO27001 Supporting audit, compliance, and remediation activities Embedding security controls across platforms (Azure, M365,...

Database Manager +Hybrid working in Chippenham +6 months + +£41.71 ph Inside IR35 +SC cleared role Role Overview Responsibilities Perform database maintenance and update activities Implement database changes as requested through change management procedures Release new databases on system Maintain database change control documentation Perform routine data and software backup and archiving activities Perform routine system maintenance and housekeeping activities to ensure optimum performance Diagnose and rectify system failures Re-start subsystems to recover from failures Support the Software Manager in system, software and database configuration management activities. Skill Set Essential The candidate should have at least 1 - 2 years' experience of database administration or system support within a spacecraft operation, or similar mission-critical systems environment. Key skill areas should include the following: General Skills Oracle database administrationOperating...

SCC Database Manager 6 Month Contract (Inside IR35) Full Time On Site Chippenham Belcan are currently working with one of the leaders in the Aviation industry, to support them in their search for a SCC Database Manager. They client is looking for a SCC Database Manager on a 6 month contract, to support their current database, and to maintain, change, and rectify any issues within the system. Role Overview Responsibilities Perform database maintenance and update activities Implement database changes as requested through change management procedures Release new databases on system Maintain database change control documentation Perform routine data and software backup and archiving activities Perform routine system maintenance and housekeeping activities to ensure optimum performance Diagnose and rectify system failures Re-start subsystems to recover from failures Support the Software Manager in system, software and database configuration management activities. Skill Set...

SCC Database Manager 6 Month Contract   Certain Advantage is hiring for a SCC Database Manager based in Chippenham.   The SCC Database Manager role involves overseeing database maintenance and updates within a spacecraft operation or similar mission-critical systems environment.   Your responsibilities: Perform database maintenance and update activities Implement database changes as requested through change management procedures Release new databases on system Maintain database change control documentation Perform routine data and software backup and archiving activities Perform routine system maintenance and housekeeping activities to ensure optimum performance Diagnose and rectify system failures Re-start subsystems to recover from failures Support the Software Manager in system, software and database configuration management activities.  The individual Oracle database administration RHEL Solaris Windows 2012 Windows 2022 Windows 10  Does this sound like your next career...

Our client has an opportunity for a SCC Database Manager to join them on a contract basis for 6 months with possible extension. You will be performing database maintenance and update activities. Role: SCC Database Manager Location: Chippenham, Oxfordshire - fully onsite 5 days per week Hours: 37 per week Clearance: SC required before starting. Those with active SC will be prioritised. UK Eyes Only due to project Hourly Rate: Up to £41.71 per hour via an umbrella company, inside IR35 What you'll be doing: Perform database maintenance and update activities Implement database changes as requested through change management procedures Release new databases on system Maintain database change control documentation Perform routine data and software backup and archiving activities Perform routine system maintenance and housekeeping activities to ensure optimum performance Diagnose and rectify system failures Re-start subsystems to recover from failures Support the Software Manager in...

World Class Defence Organisation is currently looking to recruit a Embedded Software Engineer subcontractor on an initial 12 month contract.     Rate: £65.00 per hour Location: Portsmouth Hybrid / Remote working: 2 days per week remote working Duration: 12 Months (initially and then ongoing and long-term thereafter) IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella)                                                                                                                                           Embedded Software Engineer Job Description: The role of Embedded Software Engineer is required due to increased demand for the work of our Advanced Developments Group (ADG). The ADG are a small team of highly innovative, enthusiastic engineers providing cutting edge technology solutions to our key customers. Responsibilities: Use your skills and knowledge to prototype innovative wireless solutions You will be primarily developing using C/C++ on embedded platforms Development of embedded...

Software Engineer (Java) SC Clearance Required Certain Advantage are hiring for a Software Engineer based in Portsmouth. This role is on an initial 12-month contract and is required to be onsite 3 days a week.   Your responsibilities: Contribute across the full software development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and deployment. Design software solutions using UML/SysML and contribute to technical architecture within a microservices environment. Develop high-quality Java applications using Spring Boot, Spring Framework and related technologies. Implement and maintain RESTful web services over HTTPS within distributed systems. Write and maintain automated tests, ensuring quality and reliability are built into the solution from the outset. Participate in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, estimation, reviews and retrospectives. Collaborate closely with team members and wider stakeholders to design, implement and test new product features. Contribute...

Role: Senior Category Manager-IT Services Location: Farnborough(3 days/week) Duration: 6 months Rate: competitive Inside IR35: Umbrella IT & Tech The IT category has a spend of circa £100m across key categories including Software, Hardware, Networks and IT Services. This role is responsible for the IT Services Category. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain strategic relationships with senior stakeholders, driving early engagement to influence business planning and ensure alignment with organisational priorities Own, develop and execute category strategies for IT Services, using market insights and data to challenge existing approaches and maximize value Lead complex sourcing activity, including the design of sourcing strategies, working with the business to support business case development, competitive tenders, and negotiation of high-complexity contracts Identify and manage category-specific risks, including information security, IR35, supply resilience,...

MS Dynamics 365 Developer Certain Advantage is hiring for an MS Dynamics 365 Developer based in the Farnborough area. This role is on a contract basis and is hybrid-based. The Company We’re working with a Manufacturing business that operates in the Aerospace sector. They design, manufacture and deliver industry-leading commercial aircraft, and a separate Space and Defence division. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for an MS Dynamics 365 Developer—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Design and develop customisations, plugins, workflows, and integrations within the D365 environment. Customise and extend D365 modules using X++, C#, JavaScript, Power Automate, and Power Apps. Develop and maintain integrations between D365 and other enterprise...

Software Engineering Manager Certain Advantage is hiring for a Software Engineering Manager based in the Farnborough area. This role is on a contract basis and is site-based. The Company We’re working with a Manufacturing business that operates in the Aerospace sector. They design, manufacture and deliver industry-leading commercial aircraft, and a separate Space and Defence division. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Software Engineering Manager—someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: Lead the day-to-day activities of the software team Plan, design, develop, verify, and integrate the software for the high-altitude, long-endurance Zephyr aircraft. Acting as the technical authority for software, ensuring compliance with safety, performance,...

Embedded Software Engineer - SC Cleared + £450 a day + Portsmouth + 3 days on site a week hybrid + 6 Months initial contract Overview: + C / C++ Embedded Systems + Bare Metal and Linux + SC Clearance required A global defence consultancy are looking for an Embedded Software Engineer to join their team providing cutting edge technology solutions to their key customers. The role: Use your skills and knowledge to prototype innovative wireless solutions You will be primarily developing using C/C++ on embedded platforms Development of embedded software/firmware prototypes in an agile environment Further development of proven prototypes to a deployment standard Development of software in a real-time embedded environment using Linux. (e.g. Microblaze or RISC-V using C/C++) Experience of working with and configuring embedded Linux systems with tools such as Buildroot and Yocto Experience of working with Uboot, Kernel config and device trees Building and deploying embedded Linux...

Service Desk Analyst - DV Cleared + DV Cleared role + £400 per day Inside + Onsite role - Bath based Key Skills: + Experienced Service Desk + DV Cleared The Role: We are seeking an experienced Senior Service Desk Analyst to provide advanced technical support, mentor junior team members, and help drive continual service improvement across the IT support function. This role serves as a key escalation point for complex incidents, ensures high-quality customer service, and contributes to the stability and performance of end-user technology services. The ideal candidate combines strong technical troubleshooting skills with leadership ability, customer focus, and a solid understanding of IT service management best practices. Key Duties and Responsibilities Provide 1st line support where required, supporting customers users with first time fixes and account creations Assist with configuration and development of ITSM tools such as Jira Service Management, Remedy, and chat...

NOC L2 Shift Service Engineer (SC Cleared) 12 Months - 12-hour day/night shifts on a rotating 4-5 day pattern 4-5 Days per week on site in Newport, Wales £55 per hour (Inside IR35) ***Please note - Due to the nature of this role and the client environment, the selected candidate must have ACTIVE SC Clearance and be a Sole British citizen*** This role sits within a 24/7 operational support function, focused on high-quality technical service delivery, infrastructure support, and continuous improvement. You'll work closely with internal teams and external stakeholders to maintain service performance and availability. Role Responsibilities Deliver technical support and service management within a live NOC environment Act as a key interface between engineering teams, architects, and third-party suppliers Monitor and respond to incidents, problems, and change requests Perform analysis of technical and network data to support issue resolution Lead or participate in incident bridge...

Azure Architect £(Apply online only) per day Outside IR35 – 6 months SW, intermittent in-office requirement. Azure Architect – DV Cleared Ncounter is supporting a specialist consultancy delivering into highly sensitive National Security programmes, now seeking a DV Cleared Azure Architect to lead the design of secure, cloud-native platforms within a greenfield environment. This is a senior, hands-on architecture role combining deep technical delivery with client-facing advisory. You will define and shape Azure-based solutions, ensuring they are secure, scalable, and aligned to operational needs within high-assurance environments. Alongside design ownership, you will work closely with stakeholders to guide cloud strategy, architecture standards, and long-term platform evolution. Key Responsibilities • Design and deliver secure Azure cloud architectures across complex programmes • Define infrastructure and platform standards using infrastructure as code • Lead cloud migration...

Software Engineer Certain Advantage is hiring for a Software Engineer based in the Guildford or Newcastle area. This role is on a contract basis and is hybrid-based. The Company We’re working with a Manufacturing business that operates in the Aerospace sector. They design, manufacture and deliver industry-leading commercial aircraft, and a separate Space and Defence division. Does this sound like your next career move? If you’re ambitious to grow, this may be your next role? The Role: This role is for a Software Engineer —someone ambitious and ready to make an impact. You’ll be results-oriented and driven to succeed. You’ll be working in a small, experienced, and collaborative team, and be responsible for: High-quality, readable, scalable and easily maintained code, using Java. Contribution to quality assurance by writing unit and automated tests. Design and code reviews Sprint planning, reviews, and daily stand-ups in a true Agile environmentThe Individual We’re looking for...