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Job Description Senior Liferay DXP Software Developer We urgently require a Senior Liferay DXP Software Developer with at least 3 to 5 years expertise of working Liferay and Java. The project involves a Liferay DXP Upgrade. You will be involved in the technical discussions to how best to change current hooks in 6.2 in a way that can easily be migrated to Liferay DXP. There will also be some technical consultancy required to define strategy and approach for content migration and content structure. The following are some elements of what will be required: • script to migrate snippet portlet preferences to Liferay Content • template to display the migrated content via Liferay content portlet • automatic replacement of the existing snippet portlet with a Liferay content portlet displaying appropriate content. Additionally part of the project will contain department knowledge transfer and training on best practise use of Liferay DXP to include: Deployment workstation/developer environment setup dependency management continuous integration This is a 6 month contract assignment. Will be based in Reading. Please send your CV to us in Word format along daily rate and availability.

Cloud Environments Lead Position Description Challenge yourself and change lives, unlocking complex system solutions as part of a highly motivated and supportive team. Our Environments Managers are trusted to work closely with a wide range of clients on exciting projects with real-world purpose and impact. 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 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. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. CGI are on the hunt for an Environments Manager who will be responsible for overseeing, maintaining, and optimizing the various IT environments used for software development, testing, and deployment. This role ensures that development, staging, and production environments are properly configured, stable, and available to support the software delivery lifecycle (SDLC). Please note: occasional travel will be required across Reading/ London and all candidates must hold active "SC clearance" due to customer requirements so please consider this when applying. Your future duties and responsibilities • Environment Provisioning & Configuration: Set up and manage development, testing, and production environments, ensuring they are properly configured and maintained. • Infrastructure Management: Oversee cloud infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and security. • Monitoring & Issue Resolution: Continuously monitor environments, troubleshoot issues, and implement proactive measures to prevent downtime. • Collaboration & Coordination: Work closely with development, QAT, DevOps, and operations teams to ensure seamless integration and deployment processes. • Automation & Optimization: Implement automation tools and processes to improve environment provisioning, testing, and deployment efficiency. • Access & Security Management: Ensure compliance with security policies, manage access controls, and enforce best practices for data protection. • Documentation & Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation of environment configurations, deployments, and changes while providing reports on system health and usage Required qualifications to be successful in this role • Strong expertise in environment management, infrastructure, and system administration. • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and on-premises infrastructure. • Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, configuration management tools. • Understanding of containerization and orchestration tools (Docker, Kubernetes). • Ability to troubleshoot networking, security, and system performance issues. • Strong collaboration and communication skills to work with cross-functional teams. • Experience in ITIL, Agile, or DevOps methodologies. Desirable Experience: • Environment management, infrastructure operations, or DevOps. • Hands-on experience with automation scripting. • Understanding of database management and cloud-native architectures. #LI-RJ1 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.

Job Description Solutions Architect Designer Our Client a Telecoms company is looking to recruit a seasoned professional who has at least 5 to 10 years experience as a Solutions Architect Designer. You will be involved in developing and implementing systems architecture designs that will meet business needs. The Solution Designer's responsibilities include designing innovative solutions based on business requirements, creating functional specifications, assessing the current software systems in place in order to identify areas in need of improvement, and overseeing development teams. Participating and leading on projects where analysis of systems or data requires an in-depth evaluation of complex business process, system process, and industry standards. Designing technology solutions by modelling requirements and applying standard application methodology best practices. Resolving technical problems as they arise. Continually researching current and emerging technologies and proposing changes where needed. Maintain & update Enterprise Architecture documentation. Building and integrating information systems to meet the company's needs. Assessing the systems architecture currently in place and working with the Enterprise Architect to recommend solutions to improve it. Informing various stakeholders about any problems with the current technical solutions being implemented. Assessing the business impact that certain technical choices have. Providing updates to stakeholders on product development processes. Manage Stakeholder expectations regarding appropriate milestones and deadlines. Providing supervision and guidance to development teams. Ensuring IT Security standards are incorporated by design, ensuring compliance to the required standards (ISO27001) and supporting improvement initiatives and protecting the business from risks arising from data loss. To support and contribute actively to health and safety, environmental, business continuity and information security arrangements that meets our obligations to our customers Proven experience in engineering and software solution design. In-depth understanding of integration techniques & modern coding languages Telco Site Management software design/development Integration knowledge(SOAP, Rest API's). Middleware Biztalk Data Warehouse design & optimization. ITIL/Remedy experience Experience of using Enterprise Architecture tools. Hons Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Telecommunications or Engineering. Togaf certification. Knowledge of Cloud architectures. The Client is located close to Reading - so ideally you will be living within 60 minutes commuting distance. You will be working from home remotely for 2 to 3 days a week - and/or working from the office 2 days a week. The salary for this role will be in the range £75K - £90K plus benefits. Do send your CV to us for this exciting position in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Job Description 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.

AWS Technical Architect Job Title: AWS Technical Architect - Cloud-Based Systems Location: Remote First - Twice a month in London Salary: Up to £100,000 + Performance Related Bonuses Security Clearance: Must have or be eligible for UK Security Clearance About the Role: Join our team as a AWS Technical Architect and shape the future of cloud-based systems. We seek a seasoned expert with at least 7+ years of experience to design, implement, and oversee advanced cloud infrastructures. Your role will be pivotal in building secure, scalable, and resilient cloud-native systems using AWS, Kubernetes, Kafka, microservices, Java, and event-driven design. Key Responsibilities: • Cloud Architecture Design: Lead the creation of cloud-based solutions using AWS, focusing on microservices, event-driven architectures, and serverless computing. • Cloud Security: Develop robust security architectures ensuring data protection and regulatory compliance. • Containerisation & Orchestration: Architect containerised environments with Kubernetes, ensuring high availability and scalability. • Event-Driven Systems: Design event-driven systems with Kafka, managing real-time data processing. • Microservices Architecture: Lead the development of microservices-based systems, emphasizing Java-based backend services. • Technical Leadership: Mentor and guide architecture and development teams through complex challenges. • Security & Compliance: Ensure cloud architectures comply with industry regulations and security policies. • CI/CD & Automation: Champion CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code for reliable cloud service delivery. • Performance & Cost Optimisation: Drive performance tuning and cost optimisation strategies. • Risk Management: Identify and mitigate technical risks. • Documentation & Best Practices: Maintain architectural standards and documentation. Skills, Knowledge, and Expertise: • Educational Background: Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or related field (or professional equivalent). • Experience: 7+ years in designing and implementing large-scale, distributed cloud systems, with a strong focus on AWS. • Cloud Security: Extensive experience in cloud security architecture and AWS security best practices. • Containerisation: Deep expertise in Docker and Kubernetes for orchestration. • Event-Driven Architectures: Proven experience with Kafka and event-driven systems. • Microservices & Java: Strong background in microservices architecture and Java-based backend systems. • Client facing experience: Experience working with clients, strong stakeholder engagement experience. Ideally some Government or Defence experience is beneficial (Not essential). • CI/CD & Automation: In-depth understanding of CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code. • Leadership Skills: Excellent communication and leadership abilities, with experience mentoring cross-functional teams. • Monitoring & Cost Optimisation: Familiarity with monitoring tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) and cloud cost management. Preferred Skills: • AWS Certifications: AWS Certified Solutions Architect, AWS Certified Security - Specialty. • Multi-Cloud Experience: Familiarity with Azure and GCP. • Serverless Architectures: Experience with AWS Lambda and serverless design. • Compliance Standards: Expertise in GDPR, HIPAA, SOC2, ISO 27001. • Advanced Security Practices: Knowledge of zero-trust architecture and security incident response. Why Apply? • Influence: Leadership role with the power to shape key architectural decisions. • Innovation: Work on cutting-edge cloud technologies and large-scale projects. • Training and Development: 5 paid days training every year - Get Certs & attend events • Competitive Package: Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits. • Growth: Continuous learning, development opportunities, and cloud certifications. • Supportive Environment: Collaborative and innovative work culture. Apply Now: Submit your CV Now to be considered. Join us and lead the way in cloud innovation! ???? 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

Senior Delivery Manager (High Level 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 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, 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-UKA 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.

Senior Java Engineer Position Description If your coding skills are backed up with a talent for solving problems, we will give you the opportunity to have real-world impact and purpose, working in one of our Central Government business units. Our Software Engineers are trusted to work closely with a wide range of clients on exciting projects with real-world critical purpose and positive impact on UK Citizens' lives. These roles are to work on a flagship Programme with one of our key UK Government clients within the Law Enforcement sector, helping to keep UK citizens safe. 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 are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support for 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 will require being on-site in Reading and/or London 2-3 times per month. You may also need to travel occasionally within the UK, as needed. All applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) to Security Check (SC) level as a minimum. Your future duties and responsibilities As a Senior Software Engineer, you'll join a flagship UK Government programme working on a project that helps protect UK citizens' lives. Working as part of a well-functioning team, you'll immediately add Java expertise at an important stage of the project cycle. You will be responsible for developing, maintaining, and enhancing high-quality software solutions while ensuring best practices and industry standards are met. You'll also discover: • A unique level of variety across different clients and industry sectors. • Further interesting and challenging projects to stretch your skills. • Training and support specifically tailored to give you the right skills for your career/role - including accreditation and certifications. • Impactful work that makes a real difference in our communities. • A supportive tech community across CGI, with regular meet-ups, discussions, and shared best practices. Required qualifications to be successful in this role We are looking for experienced software engineers with strong Java expertise and a passion for solving complex problems. You should have a background in designing and implementing software solutions in an enterprise environment, with a keen focus on quality, security, and automation. We're looking for a range of the following skills: • Broad knowledge of JAVA / JAVA EE - current and legacy versions, including best practices and patterns for code migrations. • Knowledge of best practices regarding Continuous Integration/Delivery Pipelines (Jenkins or similar). • Experience in setting up Test Automation Frameworks (Selenium, Cucumber, REST Assured). • Configuration as Code (e.g., Jenkinsfile, Ansible, or similar). • Continuous Inspection Tooling (for example, SonarQube). • Sound understanding of DevOps principles, practices, and philosophy. • Experience in Spring Boot. Desirable, but not essential: • Cloud Providers (Azure, AWS). • Configuration Management Tooling (GitLab or similar). • Project/Issue Management Tooling (JIRA or similar). • Infrastructure as Code (ARM Templates, Terraform). • Containerisation (Docker, Podman) and Container Orchestration Systems (Docker Swarm, Kubernetes). If you are ready to take on a challenging and rewarding role, apply now and be a part of CGI's mission to deliver impactful solutions for our clients and communities. #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.

Data Engineer (DV Security Clearance) Position Description Elevate your potential with CGI, a global technology service provider and premier business consultancy recognized by Forbes Magazine as a top 100 employer. Our mission is rooted in evolution, excelling in intricate challenges. Collaborating directly with our clients, we employ innovative technologies to revolutionize, empower, safeguard, and deliver critical mission systems. We are looking for a Senior Software Developer to come and join our Secure Innovation & Advisory area which sits within the Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit here at CGI. 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 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, 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. All applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Security Check (DV) level Your future duties and responsibilities We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Data Engineer to join our team in Basingstoke. This role will be pivotal in driving the collection, formatting and integrity of our data, with a focus on advancing data collection, processing, and storage using cutting-edge distributed systems. Ideal candidates will have a keen interest in Cyber Security or Big Data. Key Responsibilities: • Modernise Data Infrastructure: Develop and enhance data collection, processing, and storage systems using advanced distributed technologies, including Kafka, Kubernetes, Zookeeper, and HDFS. • Automate Release Processes: Improve reproducibility, testability, and quality of our releases by automating release processes. Knowledge of Ansible and Azure DevOps is highly beneficial. • Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Work closely with various teams to understand and meet their security and data requirements, ensuring that our development aligns with their operational needs. • Ensure Data Integrity: Maintain high data integrity and correct formatting as you parse, ship, and audit data, handling thousands of data points per second. Required qualifications to be successful in this role Technical Background: oKnowledge of distributed data systems, with experience in tools such as Kafka, Kubernetes, Zookeeper, and HDFS. oProficiency in Linux, specifically Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL). oFamiliarity with SIEM platforms (especially ArcSight) or legacy Java-based applications is a plus. • DevOps Mindset: An understanding of DevOps principles, with hands-on experience automating releases using Ansible. Programming and Data Skills: oProficient in SQL, Python, or other similar languages with experience working in Agile environments. oUnderstanding of data integrity and audit practices, with the ability to collect, parse, and format large volumes of data for security operations. • Security Knowledge: A background in Cyber Security, ideally to the level of CompTIA Security+, is an asset. Preferred Experience: • Experience with Big Data environments and an understanding of security operations. • Strong communication and collaboration skills to support cross-functional project delivery and meet organisational security requirements. #LI-UKA #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.

Account Director (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 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, 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 the highest level of UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This role will work across client in Gloucester, Chippenham and Reading with on site commitments. Your future duties and responsibilities At CGI, we are proud to support the continuity of critical services that matter-especially during times of rapid change. We're continuing to grow, and we're looking for an experienced Account Director to lead business development within our Secure Infrastructure Services sector, focused on the UK Defence and Intelligence communities. You'll join a collaborative and driven team that empowers you to do your best work and grow your career in meaningful ways. As a senior leader, you'll play a key role in defining and executing account strategies that drive significant growth. Working alongside our Sub-Sector VP and fellow Directors, you'll identify, shape, and close major opportunities across consulting, systems integration, and long-term outsourcing services. Your focus will be on: • Leading business development across Defence Digital, Strategic Command, DE&S, Front Line Commands, and Cabinet Office Government Security Group. • Building and maintaining strong client relationships, engaging at C-suite level, and aligning CGI's offerings with evolving client needs. • Managing and mentoring a high-performing team, fostering growth and capability in line with market trends. • Owning and delivering on revenue and profitability targets, ensuring pipeline accuracy and bid excellence. • Acting as Opportunity Pursuit Lead (OPL) on key bids, with hands-on involvement in bid strategy, governance, and commercial agreements. Required qualifications to be successful in this role • Proven success in selling and delivering Managed Services, Systems Integration, and Consulting into UK Defence and Intelligence sectors. • Deep understanding of MOD digital organisations and the broader Defence landscape. • A strong network of contacts and a history of securing new business within secure, hybrid, and public cloud environments. • Ability to develop and execute long-term growth strategies and manage complex, high-value deals. • Experience with bid and sales methodologies (e.g., BEMF, Shipley), and a track record of winning competitive tenders. Essential: • Strategic sales and account management • Stakeholder engagement at senior levels • Pipeline development and opportunity qualification • Strong commercial and financial acumen • Experience delivering digital solutions in secure environments Desirable: • Secure infrastructure and cloud expertise • Cyber security, DevSecOps, data analytics, or open-source technologies • IT service management (ITSM/ITIL) • Higher-level security clearance or willingness to obtain • Excellent negotiation and bid leadership skills #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.

Test Lead Position Description Are you a passionate Test Lead 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 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, 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 Lead, 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.

Senior Software Developer ( .NET & React) Reading (Hybrid) £70,000 - £85,000 + Insurance + Pension An excellent opportunity awaits an experience software developer with strong .NET and React experience to join an industry-leading business in a role offering technical variety, great development opportunities, and exposure to unique projects. This company develops leading software and data management systems for the environmental sector. In this role, you'll join as a senior member of the development team, playing a hands-on role in overseeing the entire project lifecycle of a specialist management system, shaping the product's technical direction, and mentoring junior team members. On the backend, you will use .NET, with React on the front, as well as work with Azure DevOps, focusing on infrastructure security and performance. The ideal candidate will have strong experience with .NET and react, along with hands-on DevOps experience in CI/CD, containerisation, and deployment (Azure, AWS, or GCP). The right person will also have a strong track record overseeing the entire project lifecycle, be comfortable working in a driven, collaborative environment, and ideally have a background or interest in the scientific, environmental, or energy sectors. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced software engineer to join a leading software business in a role offering an interesting and varied position with great development and progression opportunities. The Role: *Full-stack development using .NET and React *Azure DevOps, containerisation, and deployment *Overseeing the full project lifecycle, technical decision-making, and mentorship *Part of a collaborative, technology-focused software development team *Hybrid role, 3 days per week in the Birmingham office The Person: *Strong experience in .NET and React software development *Strong cloud and DevOps experience (Azure, AWS, GCP) *Solid communication and stakeholder skills *Interest in environmental, scientific, or energy sectors *Live within a commutable distance to Reading Reference Number: BBBH 251988 To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click \"Apply Now\" or contact Marcel Cerek at Rise Technical Recruitment. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates

We are looking for a German speaking 1st Line support Technician to work for a reputable client based in reading. As a 1st Line Technical Support Specialist, you'll be the first point of contact for users across the UK and Germany needing help with laptops, tablets, and essential diagnostic tools. Whether it's resolving software glitches or coordinating equipment repairs, you'll be the calm, knowledgeable voice that guides them through. Responsibilities Delivering top tier customer service every step of the way Provide remote technical support (in German & English) for hardware/software issues Troubleshoot problems and follow decision trees to pinpoint the root cause Escalating unresolved issues to suppliers or Tier 2 teams as needed Arrange delivery and collection of loan equipment and warranty items Liaise between dealers and suppliers to ensure seamless resolution Follow up on service calls and ensure SLAs are met Collaborate with colleagues to share knowledge and solve problems together Communicate clearly and regularly with internal teams and external partners Experience: Experience in a Tier 2 support or similar technical helpdesk environment Confident in problem solving and fault diagnosis using structured approaches Experience handling general networking issues Previous call centre or customer facing support experience Strong communication skills both spoken and written in German and English Skilled in Microsoft Office, general PC usage, and CRM systems Positive, team oriented, and customer obsessed mindset Desirable: Degree qualified (IT, Engineering, or similar) Advanced knowledge of Excel and Word Key Competencies You'll Bring Problem Solving & Process Thinking Customer Focus & Integrity Planning, Prioritising & Organising Personal Learning & Growth Mindset Time Management & Task Ownership Functional/Technical Acumen Collaborative Teamwork At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

• SC CLEARED PowerOn Advantage Solution Consultant Based: Edinburgh / Glasgow / Reading / Portsmouth 3 Month contract initially £550 - £575 P/D (Umbrella-PAYE) One of our blue chip clients are looking for a PowerOn Advantage Solution Consultant to join the team on a long term programme of work. We have a requirement for a PowerOn Solution Consultant to support the delivery of the OMS solution and its integration to relevant systems. Key Responsibilities: • Power Utilities SCADA Architecture deployment experience. • PoA integrations System. • Testing of PoA functionalities. • Good experience in PowerOn Advantage application and deployment of various components. • Detailed understanding of PoA architecture and its components. • Should have worked on deployment of at least 2 • 3 POA systems in Power Utilities. • Should have experience in integrating PoA with OT applications like GIS, WFM, PI, Historian and other corporate application systems • Customer interactions and working in multi • vendor environment. • Arrange end to end solution for the deployment of the product from planning & engineering functions • Securing a smooth hand • over of the solution/resource to Operations • Should be capable of providing guidance in defining solution architecture considering integration of PoA with external systems. • Expertise in developing test plan / cases, acceptance and transition • Knowledge of and a working familiarity with current standards, and regulations governing power systems Key Skills / Experience: Technical Skills: • Network configuration of SCADA, DMS, OMS in PoA. • Experience of system integration, working on multi • discipline projects • Good experience in PowerOn Advantage application and its components. • Should have knowledge on writing PL/SQL, Shell, PFL, Perl scripts. • Configuration of SCADA, DMS, OMS in PoA. • Should have worked on different modules like Group Tele Control, Automation, system tracing, Symbol Design, Alarm Configurations, etc. in PoA • Configuration and setup of SOAP services and interfaces • Setup of PoA Application and Database server, reports server, FEP server, Historian database and DPF (Dist. Power Flow) application server, Proxy Server. • Reports development using Microsoft sql server report builder & deploying the reports to Sql server reporting services • Bringing Servers into replication and testing replication of various servers (Application Servers, Reports and Proxy Servers). • Knowledge on PoA cartography for network build. • Good level of understanding on Windows and Linux server • IT/OT and security standards (e.g., NERC CIP). • Use relevant utility experience to engage with client utilities to understand their specific applications, approaches and methodologies in Electric Distribution Operational systems Industry Knowledge Capability: • Good understanding of electric utility distribution planning, engineering and operations • Utilize specialised utility system design and planning knowledge to produce moderately complex work products and solutions across engagements or multiple phases of a more complex engagement • Assess effectiveness of client's use of tools, applications, processes to adapt to new OT applications for solution areas such as DERMS/DRMS/ADMS/OMS/SCADA • Apply appropriate methods or recognised equivalent to identified client needs • Anticipate and resolve technical problems with occasional technical assistance from others This is a great opportunity on a long running programme of work. Apply now for your CV to reach me directly and we will reply as soon as possible. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

App Developer Location: RG7 4PR , located between Reading and Basingstoke, with free onsite parking . Package: £39,500 - £50,000 (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 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. Hybrid working is available for this role on an informal, non-contractual basis. Typically 1 days onsite per month. Let us introduce the role AWE is currently recruiting for an App Developer for the Enterprise Applications group. The Role: Developer on key projects, ensuring the team delivers to meet requirements. Design and build software and software modifications to meet business requirements using agreed standards and tools to achieve a well engineered result. Adherence to appropriate delivery methodologies such as Waterfall, Scrum and Agile. Provide technical support for supported applications, integrations and services. Ensure configuration and change is managed and controlled throughout software development lifecycle. Produce required documentation to support all phases of the system development process. Carry out code reviews across all development deliveries to ensure high quality first time. Provide timely updates to task managers on the status of assigned deliverables. Retain knowledge of latest programming and design techniques. Who are we looking for? We do need you to have the following: Strong experience of using Power Platform Model Driven Apps and C# scripting. Experience of Dynamics 365 CRM Plugin Development using C#. The following would also be desirable: Experience with an Integration environment/role, using Azure LogicApps, Azure Function Apps and SSIS/SSMS would be desirable. Experience of Agile methodology and flexible in approach. PL 400 Microsoft Certified Power Platform certification. Experience of unit testing and test automation Recent Experience in Azure DevOps or similar (Jira, GitHub). 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

Infrastructure Solution Architect (SC Cleared) Position Description Are you a passionate Solution Architect 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 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, 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 can be based from Leatherhead or Reading. You must be a single UK National with an SC clearance, those capable of obtaining SC may apply. Your future duties and responsibilities As a Solution Architect, you will play a vital role in delivering medical systems for a key client. The primary system within this programme includes customised applications with bespoke code and database schemas. Additionally, you will oversee smaller bespoke and customised applications within the environment, ensuring seamless integration and system functionality. In this role, you will collaborate with the programme's Architect and Infrastructure Engineers to design and evaluate solutions for infrastructure challenges. Your responsibilities will include producing detailed design documentation such as High-Level Designs (HLDs) and Low-Level Designs (LLDs), reviewing design, test, and implementation plans, and ensuring overall project objectives are met. This position requires working on-site 2-3 days per week in either Leatherhead or Reading. In this role, you will: • Support the programme's Architect in evaluating and preparing solutions for infrastructure problems. • Produce detailed design documentation, including HLDs, LLDs, and other build and test-related materials. • Review design, test, and implementation plans to ensure project alignment. • Collaborate with Infrastructure Engineers to facilitate seamless infrastructure changes. • Ensure all solutions meet the agreed contractual obligations and programme objectives. Required qualifications to be successful in this role To excel in this role, you will need strong expertise in technical documentation, infrastructure engineering, and enterprise system management. Experience working in a remote team, along with problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to suggesting alternative solutions, will be essential. Your ability to support complex system integrations and work within a highly secure environment will be critical to success. Proficiency in SQL (preferably SQL Server), Active Directory, and general platform knowledge (such as SANs, McAfee, NetBackup, and WSUS) will be highly beneficial. Additionally, experience maintaining RAID logs and collaborating with cross-functional teams will be advantageous in this role. We're looking for a range of the following skills and experiences: • Strong background in technical documentation and infrastructure engineering. • Experience working on enterprise-level systems within highly secure environments. • Ability to work effectively in a remote team while maintaining high collaboration. • Proven problem-solving skills with a willingness to challenge existing solutions. • Familiarity with SQL Server, Windows Server, and Active Directory. • Knowledge of key infrastructure platforms, including SANs, McAfee, NetBackup, and WSUS. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career within a globally recognised organisation, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and take the next step in your career with CGI! #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-UKA 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.