Important dates
Published
Thursday 17 October 2019
Deadline for asking questions
Monday 21 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Closing date for applications
Thursday 24 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Overview
Specialist role
Technical Architect
Summary of the work
DfE requires a Lead Technical Architect to provide technical leadership to product teams across an established and growing service line. The specialist will be providing technology strategy and guidance to agile product teams and ensuring architecture and development are conducted in line with GDS standards.
Latest start date
Monday 25 November 2019
Expected contract length
12m+option to extend 6m. SOW1 expected to be 6m. Any further SOW subject to approvals.
Location
London
Organisation the work is for
Department for Education
Maximum day rate
£850.00
About the work
Early market engagement
None.
Who the specialist will work with
The team consists of Service Owner, Product Managers, Delivery Managers, Developers, User Researchers, Business Analysts, Content Designers, Deputy Directors and is made up of a mixture of Civil Servants and Suppliers.
What the specialist will work on
Supporting and guiding teams in the development of services across the service line. Working closely with the Service Owner and their leadership team. Setting good practices for software development and delivery. Engaging with third-parties on integrations and other matters. Preparing services to go through the GDS Service Standard Assessment. Contributing to and directing growth of a development community. Engaging in wider organisation architecture and security governance transformation in line with digital delivery. Helping with the operational and support model for services. Review and input on resourcing requirements for technical specialists.
Work setup
Address where the work will take place
Department for Education 20 Great Smith St Westminster London SW1P 3BT
Working arrangements
Co-located working principally from the DfE's London office, maximising opportunity for engagement with the delivery teams and stakeholders. In relation to expenses, this must be included in the contract sum, there is not a separate budget for expenses. Operate a standard agile methodology: daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprints, retrospectives, show and tells. Supplier will lead by being a role model in agile working.
Security clearance
BPSS as a minimum.
Additional information
Additional terms and conditions
Standard Framework and Call Off T&Cs. Any expenses must be pre-agreed and comply with DfE Travel and Subsistence Policy. Primary work location in SoW will not attract expenses. Contract and Vendor Management will form a key part of governance. Suppliers will be expected to cooperate in a manner that fosters healthy working relationships and quality delivery. Suppliers must provide sufficient guarantees to meet the requirements of GDPR in line with PPN 03/17 Changes to Data Protection Legislation & GDPR.
Skills and experience
Essential skills and experience
Have experience leading technical teams and delivering user-focused services in a large organisation.
Demonstrate strong software development and application architecture experience using open source technologies.
Have experience of Ruby on Rails.
Be able to adapt quickly to new technologies.
Demonstrate experience scaling online services.
Demonstrate awareness of emerging security issues.
Be able to read and understand solution design documentation.
Have experience of prioritising work in a fast, user-centric environment.
Understand agile environments, continual delivery techniques and devops cultures.
Be able to influence senior management and communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences.
Have experience of working to the GDS Service Standard, Technology Code of Practice and taking services through assessments.
Understand technical governance and be able to participate in or deliver the assurance of a service.
Be capable of producing strategy for technology that meets user and business needs (able to create, refine and challenge patterns, standards, policies, roadmaps and vision statements).
Nice-to-have skills and experience
Have the ability to influence how digital services are delivered, both at DfE and across government.
Have an awareness to budget in an on-demand environment and an understanding of legal implications.
Have experience of cloud technologies, infrastructure-as-code, enterprise integration tools and extract, transformation and load (ETL) tools.
Have experience designing and implementing secure systems.
Have experience mentoring technical staff and managing stakeholders
Have experience working in a dynamic organisation with rapidly expanding users and changing requirements.
Have experience of forming government best practices, standards and policies.
Have experience initiating projects, participating in workshops to gather user needs and building prototypes.
Be willing to travel to client locations and activities on occasion.
How suppliers will be evaluated
How many specialists to evaluate
3
Cultural fit criteria
Demonstrate their approach to engaging with internal senior stakeholders undergoing cultural change and how this will support project success.
Demonstrate how they will work transparently, collaboratively and share their approach with the DfE project team and seek actionable feedback.
Demonstrate their approach to knowledge and skills transfer to permanent members of staff.
Describe recent (within the last 3 years) experience working in the public sector or other highly regulated sector.
Explain how they will ensure collaboration at all levels of the project and programme delivery between users, team members and management, giving examples of where they have taken this approach.
Additional assessment methods
Reference
Interview
Evaluation weighting
Technical competence
60%
Cultural fit
20%
Price
20%
Oct 18, 2019
6 Months or more
Important dates
Published
Thursday 17 October 2019
Deadline for asking questions
Monday 21 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Closing date for applications
Thursday 24 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Overview
Specialist role
Technical Architect
Summary of the work
DfE requires a Lead Technical Architect to provide technical leadership to product teams across an established and growing service line. The specialist will be providing technology strategy and guidance to agile product teams and ensuring architecture and development are conducted in line with GDS standards.
Latest start date
Monday 25 November 2019
Expected contract length
12m+option to extend 6m. SOW1 expected to be 6m. Any further SOW subject to approvals.
Location
London
Organisation the work is for
Department for Education
Maximum day rate
£850.00
About the work
Early market engagement
None.
Who the specialist will work with
The team consists of Service Owner, Product Managers, Delivery Managers, Developers, User Researchers, Business Analysts, Content Designers, Deputy Directors and is made up of a mixture of Civil Servants and Suppliers.
What the specialist will work on
Supporting and guiding teams in the development of services across the service line. Working closely with the Service Owner and their leadership team. Setting good practices for software development and delivery. Engaging with third-parties on integrations and other matters. Preparing services to go through the GDS Service Standard Assessment. Contributing to and directing growth of a development community. Engaging in wider organisation architecture and security governance transformation in line with digital delivery. Helping with the operational and support model for services. Review and input on resourcing requirements for technical specialists.
Work setup
Address where the work will take place
Department for Education 20 Great Smith St Westminster London SW1P 3BT
Working arrangements
Co-located working principally from the DfE's London office, maximising opportunity for engagement with the delivery teams and stakeholders. In relation to expenses, this must be included in the contract sum, there is not a separate budget for expenses. Operate a standard agile methodology: daily stand-ups, sprint planning, sprints, retrospectives, show and tells. Supplier will lead by being a role model in agile working.
Security clearance
BPSS as a minimum.
Additional information
Additional terms and conditions
Standard Framework and Call Off T&Cs. Any expenses must be pre-agreed and comply with DfE Travel and Subsistence Policy. Primary work location in SoW will not attract expenses. Contract and Vendor Management will form a key part of governance. Suppliers will be expected to cooperate in a manner that fosters healthy working relationships and quality delivery. Suppliers must provide sufficient guarantees to meet the requirements of GDPR in line with PPN 03/17 Changes to Data Protection Legislation & GDPR.
Skills and experience
Essential skills and experience
Have experience leading technical teams and delivering user-focused services in a large organisation.
Demonstrate strong software development and application architecture experience using open source technologies.
Have experience of Ruby on Rails.
Be able to adapt quickly to new technologies.
Demonstrate experience scaling online services.
Demonstrate awareness of emerging security issues.
Be able to read and understand solution design documentation.
Have experience of prioritising work in a fast, user-centric environment.
Understand agile environments, continual delivery techniques and devops cultures.
Be able to influence senior management and communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences.
Have experience of working to the GDS Service Standard, Technology Code of Practice and taking services through assessments.
Understand technical governance and be able to participate in or deliver the assurance of a service.
Be capable of producing strategy for technology that meets user and business needs (able to create, refine and challenge patterns, standards, policies, roadmaps and vision statements).
Nice-to-have skills and experience
Have the ability to influence how digital services are delivered, both at DfE and across government.
Have an awareness to budget in an on-demand environment and an understanding of legal implications.
Have experience of cloud technologies, infrastructure-as-code, enterprise integration tools and extract, transformation and load (ETL) tools.
Have experience designing and implementing secure systems.
Have experience mentoring technical staff and managing stakeholders
Have experience working in a dynamic organisation with rapidly expanding users and changing requirements.
Have experience of forming government best practices, standards and policies.
Have experience initiating projects, participating in workshops to gather user needs and building prototypes.
Be willing to travel to client locations and activities on occasion.
How suppliers will be evaluated
How many specialists to evaluate
3
Cultural fit criteria
Demonstrate their approach to engaging with internal senior stakeholders undergoing cultural change and how this will support project success.
Demonstrate how they will work transparently, collaboratively and share their approach with the DfE project team and seek actionable feedback.
Demonstrate their approach to knowledge and skills transfer to permanent members of staff.
Describe recent (within the last 3 years) experience working in the public sector or other highly regulated sector.
Explain how they will ensure collaboration at all levels of the project and programme delivery between users, team members and management, giving examples of where they have taken this approach.
Additional assessment methods
Reference
Interview
Evaluation weighting
Technical competence
60%
Cultural fit
20%
Price
20%
As a Data Scientist, you will join EPAM 's Data Practice and work closely with one of our large clients either in Newport (client office) or London (EPAM office). If in London then occasional trips to Newport will be needed. This is a client-facing role requiring a mix of great communication skills, business acumen and deep technical knowledge. You will drive actionable data insights and solutions from datasets to understand customer behaviour, optimise untapped areas of growth and develop machine learning models to enhance user experience. This is an ongoing client project but as EPAM is a tech consultancy, you will have the opportunity to work on other exciting client projects in the future. Therefore someone who is travel mobile is highly desirable. RESPONSIBILITIES Works with large, complex data sets to solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed Ability to apply the latest machine learning approaches and the latest data science techniques to everyday business problems Works as a unified team to produce online, real-time machine learning pipelines that create efficiencies and enhance the customer experience Supports the development of API's and event queues to integrate predictive models Conducts end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering and requirements specification, processing, analysis, ongoing deliverables, and presentations Develops comprehensive understanding of organisational data structures and metrics, advocating for changes where needed to improve customer experience Makes business recommendations (e.g. cost-benefit, forecasting, and experiment analysis) with effective presentations of findings at multiple levels of stakeholders through visual displays of quantitative information Digital Engineering - Provide support to engineers in accessing predictions, actions and insights Data Engineering - Collaborate with members of the Data Engineering team to clarify data dependencies and coordinate releases Business - Collaborate across the business to develop relationships with data partners to develop holistic customer view REQUIREMENTS MSc/PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics or in a highly quantitative field Strong commercial work experience as a Data Scientist, not only in a research/educational type role Industry experience in predictive modelling and analysis, predictive software modelling Experience with common programming languages and tools - DataBricks, Spark, Python, Panda, Numpy, Tensorflow, MS Azure big data services Machine Learning / Deep Learning background and capable of building machine learning algorithms from scratch Experience in building Neural Networks Ability to proactively prioritise workloads, working both independently and as part of a team ABOUT EPAM Named as one Fortune 's List of 100 Fastest Growing Companies for 2019, EPAM is committed to providing our global team of 33,100+ EPAMers with inspiring careers from day one. EPAMers lead with passion and honesty, and think creatively. Our people are the source of our success and we value collaboration, try to always understand our customers' business, and strive for the highest standards of excellence. No matter where you are located, you'll join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
Oct 18, 2019
Duration not stated
As a Data Scientist, you will join EPAM 's Data Practice and work closely with one of our large clients either in Newport (client office) or London (EPAM office). If in London then occasional trips to Newport will be needed. This is a client-facing role requiring a mix of great communication skills, business acumen and deep technical knowledge. You will drive actionable data insights and solutions from datasets to understand customer behaviour, optimise untapped areas of growth and develop machine learning models to enhance user experience. This is an ongoing client project but as EPAM is a tech consultancy, you will have the opportunity to work on other exciting client projects in the future. Therefore someone who is travel mobile is highly desirable. RESPONSIBILITIES Works with large, complex data sets to solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed Ability to apply the latest machine learning approaches and the latest data science techniques to everyday business problems Works as a unified team to produce online, real-time machine learning pipelines that create efficiencies and enhance the customer experience Supports the development of API's and event queues to integrate predictive models Conducts end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering and requirements specification, processing, analysis, ongoing deliverables, and presentations Develops comprehensive understanding of organisational data structures and metrics, advocating for changes where needed to improve customer experience Makes business recommendations (e.g. cost-benefit, forecasting, and experiment analysis) with effective presentations of findings at multiple levels of stakeholders through visual displays of quantitative information Digital Engineering - Provide support to engineers in accessing predictions, actions and insights Data Engineering - Collaborate with members of the Data Engineering team to clarify data dependencies and coordinate releases Business - Collaborate across the business to develop relationships with data partners to develop holistic customer view REQUIREMENTS MSc/PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics or in a highly quantitative field Strong commercial work experience as a Data Scientist, not only in a research/educational type role Industry experience in predictive modelling and analysis, predictive software modelling Experience with common programming languages and tools - DataBricks, Spark, Python, Panda, Numpy, Tensorflow, MS Azure big data services Machine Learning / Deep Learning background and capable of building machine learning algorithms from scratch Experience in building Neural Networks Ability to proactively prioritise workloads, working both independently and as part of a team ABOUT EPAM Named as one Fortune 's List of 100 Fastest Growing Companies for 2019, EPAM is committed to providing our global team of 33,100+ EPAMers with inspiring careers from day one. EPAMers lead with passion and honesty, and think creatively. Our people are the source of our success and we value collaboration, try to always understand our customers' business, and strive for the highest standards of excellence. No matter where you are located, you'll join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
As a Data Scientist, you will join EPAM's Data Practice and work closely with one of our large clients either in Newport (client office) or London (EPAM office). If in London then occasional trips to Newport will be needed. This is a client-facing role requiring a mix of great communication skills, business acumen and deep technical knowledge. You will drive actionable data insights and solutions from datasets to understand customer behaviour, optimise untapped areas of growth and develop machine learning models to enhance user experience. This is an ongoing client project but as EPAM is a tech consultancy, you will have the opportunity to work on other exciting client projects in the future. Therefore someone who is travel mobile is highly desirable.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with large, complex data sets to solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed
Ability to apply the latest machine learning approaches and the latest data science techniques to everyday business problems
Works as a unified team to produce online, Real Time machine learning pipelines that create efficiencies and enhance the customer experience
Supports the development of APIs and event queues to integrate predictive models
Conducts end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering and requirements specification, processing, analysis, ongoing deliverables, and presentations
Develops comprehensive understanding of organisational data structures and metrics, advocating for changes where needed to improve customer experience
Makes business recommendations (eg cost-benefit, forecasting, and experiment analysis) with effective presentations of findings at multiple levels of stakeholders through visual displays of quantitative information
Digital Engineering Provide support to engineers in accessing predictions, actions and insights
Data Engineering Collaborate with members of the Data Engineering team to clarify data dependencies and coordinate releases
Business Collaborate across the business to develop relationships with data partners to develop holistic customer view
REQUIREMENTS
MSc/PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics or in a highly quantitative field
Strong commercial work experience as a Data Scientist, not only in a research/educational type role
Industry experience in predictive modelling and analysis, predictive software modelling
Experience with common programming languages and tools DataBricks, Spark, Python, Panda, Numpy, Tensorflow, MS Azure big data services
Machine Learning/Deep Learning background and capable of building machine learning algorithms from scratch
Experience in building Neural Networks
Ability to proactively prioritise workloads, working both independently and as part of a team
ABOUT EPAM Named as one Fortune's List of 100 Fastest Growing Companies for 2019, EPAM is committed to providing our global team of 33,100+ EPAMers with inspiring careers from day one. EPAMers lead with passion and honesty, and think creatively. Our people are the source of our success and we value collaboration, try to always understand our customers' business, and strive for the highest standards of excellence. No matter where you are located, you'll join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
Oct 17, 2019
Duration not stated
As a Data Scientist, you will join EPAM's Data Practice and work closely with one of our large clients either in Newport (client office) or London (EPAM office). If in London then occasional trips to Newport will be needed. This is a client-facing role requiring a mix of great communication skills, business acumen and deep technical knowledge. You will drive actionable data insights and solutions from datasets to understand customer behaviour, optimise untapped areas of growth and develop machine learning models to enhance user experience. This is an ongoing client project but as EPAM is a tech consultancy, you will have the opportunity to work on other exciting client projects in the future. Therefore someone who is travel mobile is highly desirable.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with large, complex data sets to solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed
Ability to apply the latest machine learning approaches and the latest data science techniques to everyday business problems
Works as a unified team to produce online, Real Time machine learning pipelines that create efficiencies and enhance the customer experience
Supports the development of APIs and event queues to integrate predictive models
Conducts end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering and requirements specification, processing, analysis, ongoing deliverables, and presentations
Develops comprehensive understanding of organisational data structures and metrics, advocating for changes where needed to improve customer experience
Makes business recommendations (eg cost-benefit, forecasting, and experiment analysis) with effective presentations of findings at multiple levels of stakeholders through visual displays of quantitative information
Digital Engineering Provide support to engineers in accessing predictions, actions and insights
Data Engineering Collaborate with members of the Data Engineering team to clarify data dependencies and coordinate releases
Business Collaborate across the business to develop relationships with data partners to develop holistic customer view
REQUIREMENTS
MSc/PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics or in a highly quantitative field
Strong commercial work experience as a Data Scientist, not only in a research/educational type role
Industry experience in predictive modelling and analysis, predictive software modelling
Experience with common programming languages and tools DataBricks, Spark, Python, Panda, Numpy, Tensorflow, MS Azure big data services
Machine Learning/Deep Learning background and capable of building machine learning algorithms from scratch
Experience in building Neural Networks
Ability to proactively prioritise workloads, working both independently and as part of a team
ABOUT EPAM Named as one Fortune's List of 100 Fastest Growing Companies for 2019, EPAM is committed to providing our global team of 33,100+ EPAMers with inspiring careers from day one. EPAMers lead with passion and honesty, and think creatively. Our people are the source of our success and we value collaboration, try to always understand our customers' business, and strive for the highest standards of excellence. No matter where you are located, you'll join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
Software architecture and development consultancy seeks SC cleared Senior Technical Architect with cloud and security experience to lead on the high-level and low-level design of Audit, Alerting and Data Access Control systems for Home Office client.
Role requires specialist with minimum of SC clearance, who has t he necessary skills and experience to lead team of technical staff to produce and deliver required system designs.
We expect this engagement to be outside IR35.
Essential skills and experience
Applications architecture background (Java, json, XML)
API/Broker/Bus architecture
Creating High Level and Low Level designs
Stakeholder Engagement for platform and portfolio interfaces
Expertise/experience working on security controls/mechanisms, transport protocols, IAM, Access Control (RBAC & ABAC)
Java Frameworks such as Hibernate, Camel
Messaging systems (eg ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ, MQSeries, MSMQ)
Databases (eg PostgresSQL, MS SQL, Sybase T-SQL, Oracle PL/SQL)
ESB products (eg Weblogic, Red Hat Fuse, JBoss)
API gateways (Mulesoft, Axway)
SC clearance
Highly desirable skills and experience
Cloud technologies eg AWS/Azure
Agile and Waterfall methodologies
Toolsets eg Confluence and JIRA
Oct 17, 2019
6 Months or more
Software architecture and development consultancy seeks SC cleared Senior Technical Architect with cloud and security experience to lead on the high-level and low-level design of Audit, Alerting and Data Access Control systems for Home Office client.
Role requires specialist with minimum of SC clearance, who has t he necessary skills and experience to lead team of technical staff to produce and deliver required system designs.
We expect this engagement to be outside IR35.
Essential skills and experience
Applications architecture background (Java, json, XML)
API/Broker/Bus architecture
Creating High Level and Low Level designs
Stakeholder Engagement for platform and portfolio interfaces
Expertise/experience working on security controls/mechanisms, transport protocols, IAM, Access Control (RBAC & ABAC)
Java Frameworks such as Hibernate, Camel
Messaging systems (eg ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ, MQSeries, MSMQ)
Databases (eg PostgresSQL, MS SQL, Sybase T-SQL, Oracle PL/SQL)
ESB products (eg Weblogic, Red Hat Fuse, JBoss)
API gateways (Mulesoft, Axway)
SC clearance
Highly desirable skills and experience
Cloud technologies eg AWS/Azure
Agile and Waterfall methodologies
Toolsets eg Confluence and JIRA
Important dates
Published
Tuesday 15 October 2019
Deadline for asking questions
Thursday 17 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Closing date for applications
Tuesday 22 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Overview
Specialist role
Technical Architect
Summary of the work
The requirement is for a technical application architect responsible for delivering high-level/low-level application audit designs and providing SME input to development teams
Latest start date
Monday 4 November 2019
Expected contract length
6 months (initially)
Location
London
Organisation the work is for
National Law Enforcement Data Programme
Maximum day rate
£1300 per day
About the work
Early market engagement
Who the specialist will work with
The specialist will be required to work with internal technical and project management teams, other suppliers and external stakeholders.
What the specialist will work on
We require an application architect with cloud and security experience to continue Audit, Alerting and Data Access Controls design architecture for the functional service. The specialist is expected to be a self-starter who can lead a team of technical staff to produce and deliver on detailed application designs. The individual will work with a range of internal and external technical stakeholders.
Work setup
Address where the work will take place
The following locations: • Hendon Data Centre, Collindale • Home Office, 2 Marsham Street, London SW1P 4DF • Home Office, Croydon
Working arrangements
5 days a week, based at the Home Office in Marsham Street / Croydon /Hendon Data Centre.
Security clearance
A minimum of SC clearance is required - candidates must be cleared
Additional information
Additional terms and conditions
Skills and experience
Essential skills and experience
Applications architecture background (java, json, xml)
API/Broker/Bus architecture
Building HL/LL designs
Stakeholder Engagement for platform and portfolio interfaces
Expertise/experience working on security controls/mechanisms, transport protocols, IAM, Access Control (RBAC&ABAC)
Java Frameworks such as Hibernate, Camel; Message queueing (Eg. ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ, MQSeries, MSMQ)
Databases (eg. PostgresSQL, MS SQL, Sybase T-SQL, Oracle PL/SQL)
ESB products (eg. Weblogic, Red Hat Fuse, JBoss)
API gateways (Mulesoft, Axway)
Nice-to-have skills and experience
Cloud technologies e.g. AWS/Azure
Agile and Waterfall methodologies
Toolsets e.g. confluence and JIRA
How suppliers will be evaluated
How many specialists to evaluate
3
Cultural fit criteria
Work as a team with our organisation and other suppliers
Transparent and collaborative when making decisions
Have a no-blame culture and encourage people to learn from their mistakes
Additional assessment methods
Interview
Evaluation weighting
Technical competence
60%
Cultural fit
10%
Price
30%
Questions asked by suppliers
1. Will you provide SC level clearance for this role?
No - the candidate needs to already hold SC clearance
Oct 16, 2019
Duration not stated
Important dates
Published
Tuesday 15 October 2019
Deadline for asking questions
Thursday 17 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Closing date for applications
Tuesday 22 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Overview
Specialist role
Technical Architect
Summary of the work
The requirement is for a technical application architect responsible for delivering high-level/low-level application audit designs and providing SME input to development teams
Latest start date
Monday 4 November 2019
Expected contract length
6 months (initially)
Location
London
Organisation the work is for
National Law Enforcement Data Programme
Maximum day rate
£1300 per day
About the work
Early market engagement
Who the specialist will work with
The specialist will be required to work with internal technical and project management teams, other suppliers and external stakeholders.
What the specialist will work on
We require an application architect with cloud and security experience to continue Audit, Alerting and Data Access Controls design architecture for the functional service. The specialist is expected to be a self-starter who can lead a team of technical staff to produce and deliver on detailed application designs. The individual will work with a range of internal and external technical stakeholders.
Work setup
Address where the work will take place
The following locations: • Hendon Data Centre, Collindale • Home Office, 2 Marsham Street, London SW1P 4DF • Home Office, Croydon
Working arrangements
5 days a week, based at the Home Office in Marsham Street / Croydon /Hendon Data Centre.
Security clearance
A minimum of SC clearance is required - candidates must be cleared
Additional information
Additional terms and conditions
Skills and experience
Essential skills and experience
Applications architecture background (java, json, xml)
API/Broker/Bus architecture
Building HL/LL designs
Stakeholder Engagement for platform and portfolio interfaces
Expertise/experience working on security controls/mechanisms, transport protocols, IAM, Access Control (RBAC&ABAC)
Java Frameworks such as Hibernate, Camel; Message queueing (Eg. ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ, MQSeries, MSMQ)
Databases (eg. PostgresSQL, MS SQL, Sybase T-SQL, Oracle PL/SQL)
ESB products (eg. Weblogic, Red Hat Fuse, JBoss)
API gateways (Mulesoft, Axway)
Nice-to-have skills and experience
Cloud technologies e.g. AWS/Azure
Agile and Waterfall methodologies
Toolsets e.g. confluence and JIRA
How suppliers will be evaluated
How many specialists to evaluate
3
Cultural fit criteria
Work as a team with our organisation and other suppliers
Transparent and collaborative when making decisions
Have a no-blame culture and encourage people to learn from their mistakes
Additional assessment methods
Interview
Evaluation weighting
Technical competence
60%
Cultural fit
10%
Price
30%
Questions asked by suppliers
1. Will you provide SC level clearance for this role?
No - the candidate needs to already hold SC clearance
A rare opportunity exists with one of our key clients in Hertfordshire and we are looking for a Teradata DBA/Principle Consultant to join our team on a contract basis.
Working collaboratively with local and international teams, you will have strong optimisation skills together with strong back up and delivery experience. You may have a background of working as a Teradata Developer and be confident in your ability to take ownership of system tuning, system implementation and T-Core optimisation.
You will have exceptional stakeholder management and communication capability, a proven background in providing technical Teradata assurance and have supported large technical projects previously.
The successful candidate will ideally be able to start a new contract role immediately.
Who are we?
The Roc Group is one of the UK's fastest growing and capable Transformation Services Providers and we empower organisations in public and private sector organisations to accelerate business and technology change. Our energised team of programme, process, technology platform and managed services experts combined with Roc developed industry leading best-practice and proven methodologies enable our customers to realise their transformation vision in less time and with less risk; while realising significant and sustainable business outcomes. At Roc, we pride ourselves on our honesty. We are a reliable trusted partner and operate with integrity at all times and are honest in all our dealings with colleagues, customers, stakeholders and suppliers. We are a passionate business who are proud of who we are and the clients we support. We care about ourselves, our colleagues and our clients. We care about our Solutions, Projects and our clients' business. We are committed to doing what we say we're going to do and we listen to feedback. As a business, we strive for excellence, we never reach our destination and we're professional, always seeking to go the extra mile above and beyond. Roc are a team of dynamic individuals, we are agile and flexible and we never stop thinking about what else we can do improve and add value. And finally we are committed to making a difference, for us it's about going above and beyond. Each year we support our chosen charities, we seek adventure, we invest and sponsor community events, and we do it all whilst having fun.
Oct 16, 2019
6 Months or more
A rare opportunity exists with one of our key clients in Hertfordshire and we are looking for a Teradata DBA/Principle Consultant to join our team on a contract basis.
Working collaboratively with local and international teams, you will have strong optimisation skills together with strong back up and delivery experience. You may have a background of working as a Teradata Developer and be confident in your ability to take ownership of system tuning, system implementation and T-Core optimisation.
You will have exceptional stakeholder management and communication capability, a proven background in providing technical Teradata assurance and have supported large technical projects previously.
The successful candidate will ideally be able to start a new contract role immediately.
Who are we?
The Roc Group is one of the UK's fastest growing and capable Transformation Services Providers and we empower organisations in public and private sector organisations to accelerate business and technology change. Our energised team of programme, process, technology platform and managed services experts combined with Roc developed industry leading best-practice and proven methodologies enable our customers to realise their transformation vision in less time and with less risk; while realising significant and sustainable business outcomes. At Roc, we pride ourselves on our honesty. We are a reliable trusted partner and operate with integrity at all times and are honest in all our dealings with colleagues, customers, stakeholders and suppliers. We are a passionate business who are proud of who we are and the clients we support. We care about ourselves, our colleagues and our clients. We care about our Solutions, Projects and our clients' business. We are committed to doing what we say we're going to do and we listen to feedback. As a business, we strive for excellence, we never reach our destination and we're professional, always seeking to go the extra mile above and beyond. Roc are a team of dynamic individuals, we are agile and flexible and we never stop thinking about what else we can do improve and add value. And finally we are committed to making a difference, for us it's about going above and beyond. Each year we support our chosen charities, we seek adventure, we invest and sponsor community events, and we do it all whilst having fun.
Audit Applications Architect contract 6 months, SC cleared, London/Croydon £1000/day Early November start date
We require an SC cleared Application Architect with cloud and security experience to continue Audit, Alerting and Data Access Controls design architecture for a functional service.
The specialist is expected to be a self-starter who can lead a team of technical staff to produce and deliver on detailed application designs. The individual will work with a range of internal and external technical stakeholders.
Essential skills required to be considered:
Applications architecture background (java, json, xml)
API/Broker/Bus architecture
Building HL/LL designs
Stakeholder Engagement for platform and portfolio interfaces
Expertise/experience working on security controls/mechanisms, transport protocols, IAM, Access Control (RBAC&ABAC)
Java Frameworks such as Hibernate, Camel; Message queueing (Eg. ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ, MQSeries, MSMQ)
Databases (eg. PostgresSQL, MS SQL, Sybase T-SQL, Oracle PL/SQL)
ESB products (eg. Weblogic, Red Hat Fuse, JBoss)
API gateways (Mulesoft, Axway)
Nice to have skills include:
Cloud technologies eg AWS/Azure
Agile and Waterfall methodologies
Toolsets eg confluence and JIRA
You must have strong communication skills, written and oral, be able to report to senior stakeholders both at a technical and non technical level. You will need to have 5 years experience working as an Application Architect with at least 2 years Auditing experience.
In order to be considered you must be eligible to work in the UK and within Security Cleared environments.
Please send CV via Jobserve. I will endeavour to reply to all. Please do not call.
Oct 16, 2019
6 Months or more
Audit Applications Architect contract 6 months, SC cleared, London/Croydon £1000/day Early November start date
We require an SC cleared Application Architect with cloud and security experience to continue Audit, Alerting and Data Access Controls design architecture for a functional service.
The specialist is expected to be a self-starter who can lead a team of technical staff to produce and deliver on detailed application designs. The individual will work with a range of internal and external technical stakeholders.
Essential skills required to be considered:
Applications architecture background (java, json, xml)
API/Broker/Bus architecture
Building HL/LL designs
Stakeholder Engagement for platform and portfolio interfaces
Expertise/experience working on security controls/mechanisms, transport protocols, IAM, Access Control (RBAC&ABAC)
Java Frameworks such as Hibernate, Camel; Message queueing (Eg. ActiveMQ, RabbitMQ, MQSeries, MSMQ)
Databases (eg. PostgresSQL, MS SQL, Sybase T-SQL, Oracle PL/SQL)
ESB products (eg. Weblogic, Red Hat Fuse, JBoss)
API gateways (Mulesoft, Axway)
Nice to have skills include:
Cloud technologies eg AWS/Azure
Agile and Waterfall methodologies
Toolsets eg confluence and JIRA
You must have strong communication skills, written and oral, be able to report to senior stakeholders both at a technical and non technical level. You will need to have 5 years experience working as an Application Architect with at least 2 years Auditing experience.
In order to be considered you must be eligible to work in the UK and within Security Cleared environments.
Please send CV via Jobserve. I will endeavour to reply to all. Please do not call.
As a Data Scientist, you will join EPAM 's Data Practice and work closely with one of our large clients either in Newport (client office) or London (EPAM office). If in London then occasional trips to Newport will be needed. This is a client-facing role requiring a mix of great communication skills, business acumen and deep technical knowledge. You will drive actionable data insights and solutions from datasets to understand customer behaviour, optimise untapped areas of growth and develop machine learning models to enhance user experience. This is an ongoing client project but as EPAM is a tech consultancy, you will have the opportunity to work on other exciting client projects in the future. Therefore someone who is travel mobile is highly desirable.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with large, complex data sets to solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed
Ability to apply the latest machine learning approaches and the latest data science techniques to everyday business problems
Works as a unified team to produce online, real-time machine learning pipelines that create efficiencies and enhance the customer experience
Supports the development of API's and event queues to integrate predictive models
Conducts end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering and requirements specification, processing, analysis, ongoing deliverables, and presentations
Develops comprehensive understanding of organisational data structures and metrics, advocating for changes where needed to improve customer experience
Makes business recommendations (e.g. cost-benefit, forecasting, and experiment analysis) with effective presentations of findings at multiple levels of stakeholders through visual displays of quantitative information
Digital Engineering - Provide support to engineers in accessing predictions, actions and insights
Data Engineering - Collaborate with members of the Data Engineering team to clarify data dependencies and coordinate releases
Business - Collaborate across the business to develop relationships with data partners to develop holistic customer view
REQUIREMENTS
MSc/PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics or in a highly quantitative field
Strong commercial work experience as a Data Scientist, not only in a research/educational type role
Industry experience in predictive modelling and analysis, predictive software modelling
Experience with common programming languages and tools - DataBricks, Spark, Python, Panda, Numpy, Tensorflow, MS Azure big data services
Machine Learning / Deep Learning background and capable of building machine learning algorithms from scratch
Experience in building Neural Networks
Ability to proactively prioritise workloads, working both independently and as part of a team
ABOUT EPAM
Named as one Fortune 's List of 100 Fastest Growing Companies for 2019, EPAM is committed to providing our global team of 33,100+ EPAMers with inspiring careers from day one. EPAMers lead with passion and honesty, and think creatively. Our people are the source of our success and we value collaboration, try to always understand our customers' business, and strive for the highest standards of excellence. No matter where you are located, you'll join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
Oct 16, 2019
Duration not stated
As a Data Scientist, you will join EPAM 's Data Practice and work closely with one of our large clients either in Newport (client office) or London (EPAM office). If in London then occasional trips to Newport will be needed. This is a client-facing role requiring a mix of great communication skills, business acumen and deep technical knowledge. You will drive actionable data insights and solutions from datasets to understand customer behaviour, optimise untapped areas of growth and develop machine learning models to enhance user experience. This is an ongoing client project but as EPAM is a tech consultancy, you will have the opportunity to work on other exciting client projects in the future. Therefore someone who is travel mobile is highly desirable.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with large, complex data sets to solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed
Ability to apply the latest machine learning approaches and the latest data science techniques to everyday business problems
Works as a unified team to produce online, real-time machine learning pipelines that create efficiencies and enhance the customer experience
Supports the development of API's and event queues to integrate predictive models
Conducts end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering and requirements specification, processing, analysis, ongoing deliverables, and presentations
Develops comprehensive understanding of organisational data structures and metrics, advocating for changes where needed to improve customer experience
Makes business recommendations (e.g. cost-benefit, forecasting, and experiment analysis) with effective presentations of findings at multiple levels of stakeholders through visual displays of quantitative information
Digital Engineering - Provide support to engineers in accessing predictions, actions and insights
Data Engineering - Collaborate with members of the Data Engineering team to clarify data dependencies and coordinate releases
Business - Collaborate across the business to develop relationships with data partners to develop holistic customer view
REQUIREMENTS
MSc/PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics or in a highly quantitative field
Strong commercial work experience as a Data Scientist, not only in a research/educational type role
Industry experience in predictive modelling and analysis, predictive software modelling
Experience with common programming languages and tools - DataBricks, Spark, Python, Panda, Numpy, Tensorflow, MS Azure big data services
Machine Learning / Deep Learning background and capable of building machine learning algorithms from scratch
Experience in building Neural Networks
Ability to proactively prioritise workloads, working both independently and as part of a team
ABOUT EPAM
Named as one Fortune 's List of 100 Fastest Growing Companies for 2019, EPAM is committed to providing our global team of 33,100+ EPAMers with inspiring careers from day one. EPAMers lead with passion and honesty, and think creatively. Our people are the source of our success and we value collaboration, try to always understand our customers' business, and strive for the highest standards of excellence. No matter where you are located, you'll join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
As a Data Scientist, you will join EPAM 's Data Practice and work closely with one of our large clients either in Newport (client office) or London (EPAM office). If in London then occasional trips to Newport will be needed. This is a client-facing role requiring a mix of great communication skills, business acumen and deep technical knowledge. You will drive actionable data insights and solutions from datasets to understand customer behaviour, optimise untapped areas of growth and develop machine learning models to enhance user experience. This is an ongoing client project but as EPAM is a tech consultancy, you will have the opportunity to work on other exciting client projects in the future. Therefore someone who is travel mobile is highly desirable.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with large, complex data sets to solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed
Ability to apply the latest machine learning approaches and the latest data science techniques to everyday business problems
Works as a unified team to produce online, real-time machine learning pipelines that create efficiencies and enhance the customer experience
Supports the development of API's and event queues to integrate predictive models
Conducts end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering and requirements specification, processing, analysis, ongoing deliverables, and presentations
Develops comprehensive understanding of organisational data structures and metrics, advocating for changes where needed to improve customer experience
Makes business recommendations (e.g. cost-benefit, forecasting, and experiment analysis) with effective presentations of findings at multiple levels of stakeholders through visual displays of quantitative information
Digital Engineering - Provide support to engineers in accessing predictions, actions and insights
Data Engineering - Collaborate with members of the Data Engineering team to clarify data dependencies and coordinate releases
Business - Collaborate across the business to develop relationships with data partners to develop holistic customer view
REQUIREMENTS
MSc/PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics or in a highly quantitative field
Strong commercial work experience as a Data Scientist, not only in a research/educational type role
Industry experience in predictive modelling and analysis, predictive software modelling
Experience with common programming languages and tools - DataBricks, Spark, Python, Panda, Numpy, Tensorflow, MS Azure big data services
Machine Learning / Deep Learning background and capable of building machine learning algorithms from scratch
Experience in building Neural Networks
Ability to proactively prioritise workloads, working both independently and as part of a team
ABOUT EPAM
Named as one Fortune 's List of 100 Fastest Growing Companies for 2019, EPAM is committed to providing our global team of 33,100+ EPAMers with inspiring careers from day one. EPAMers lead with passion and honesty, and think creatively. Our people are the source of our success and we value collaboration, try to always understand our customers' business, and strive for the highest standards of excellence. No matter where you are located, you'll join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
Oct 11, 2019
Duration not stated
As a Data Scientist, you will join EPAM 's Data Practice and work closely with one of our large clients either in Newport (client office) or London (EPAM office). If in London then occasional trips to Newport will be needed. This is a client-facing role requiring a mix of great communication skills, business acumen and deep technical knowledge. You will drive actionable data insights and solutions from datasets to understand customer behaviour, optimise untapped areas of growth and develop machine learning models to enhance user experience. This is an ongoing client project but as EPAM is a tech consultancy, you will have the opportunity to work on other exciting client projects in the future. Therefore someone who is travel mobile is highly desirable.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with large, complex data sets to solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed
Ability to apply the latest machine learning approaches and the latest data science techniques to everyday business problems
Works as a unified team to produce online, real-time machine learning pipelines that create efficiencies and enhance the customer experience
Supports the development of API's and event queues to integrate predictive models
Conducts end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering and requirements specification, processing, analysis, ongoing deliverables, and presentations
Develops comprehensive understanding of organisational data structures and metrics, advocating for changes where needed to improve customer experience
Makes business recommendations (e.g. cost-benefit, forecasting, and experiment analysis) with effective presentations of findings at multiple levels of stakeholders through visual displays of quantitative information
Digital Engineering - Provide support to engineers in accessing predictions, actions and insights
Data Engineering - Collaborate with members of the Data Engineering team to clarify data dependencies and coordinate releases
Business - Collaborate across the business to develop relationships with data partners to develop holistic customer view
REQUIREMENTS
MSc/PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics or in a highly quantitative field
Strong commercial work experience as a Data Scientist, not only in a research/educational type role
Industry experience in predictive modelling and analysis, predictive software modelling
Experience with common programming languages and tools - DataBricks, Spark, Python, Panda, Numpy, Tensorflow, MS Azure big data services
Machine Learning / Deep Learning background and capable of building machine learning algorithms from scratch
Experience in building Neural Networks
Ability to proactively prioritise workloads, working both independently and as part of a team
ABOUT EPAM
Named as one Fortune 's List of 100 Fastest Growing Companies for 2019, EPAM is committed to providing our global team of 33,100+ EPAMers with inspiring careers from day one. EPAMers lead with passion and honesty, and think creatively. Our people are the source of our success and we value collaboration, try to always understand our customers' business, and strive for the highest standards of excellence. No matter where you are located, you'll join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
Security Architect - Mobile Security, AWS - D xc3 sseldorf
Security Architect URGENTLY required to provide End-to-End Security Architecture and Security Assessment on a new global SaaS based TV service . The Security Architect will be responsible for assessing the security of the TV service from customer endpoints (i.e. Set Top Boxes) to the technology backend (IT Systems, Networks & TV Platform). The Security Architect will also be responsible for ensuring the Security of the service streamed to mobile devices (Mobile Security) and working with the Cloud vendor ( AWS ) to ensure the service is secure in the Cloud.
THE ROLE:
Perform Cyber Security Assessments on the End-to-End TV service : TV hardware (Set Top Boxes), AWS Cloud Platform, Mobile Devices, Networks, Platform Infrastructure, OSS, BSS Systems etc.
Ensure the new TV service is designed and implemented securely based on secure architecture principles, both on premise and in the Cloud ( AWS ).
Lead, develop and contribute to service deliverables with a security focus on SaaS services, particularly AWS.
Carry out security risk assessment and risk management .
Review and implement security measure, policies, standards, baselines, guidelines, and procedures and recommend and implement enhancements.
Coordinate security testing and ensure appropriate network monitoring ( SIEM ) is in place.
Document detailed technical requirements and security baselines for technologies.
Provide general Cyber Security Architecture consultancy and contract review.
EXPERIENCE :
7+ years IT security architecture experience;
Knowledge of current IT risks and experience implementing Cyber, Information, Cloud and Mobile security solutions;
Security protocols, cryptography, authentication, authorisation and cyber security;
Experience with cloud based service architecture ( SaaS / AWS );
Good knowledge of API security;
Good knowledge of Mobile Device Security;
Knowledge of TCP/IP, networking design, and routing architectures, including firewalls and enterprise infrastructure and platform technology.
For an IMMEDIATE interview, please send CV.
KEY SKILLS : Security Architect, Cyber Security, Cloud Security, IPTV, TV, AWS, Security Architecture, Streaming, OSS, BSS, SaaS, Germany.
Oct 10, 2019
Duration not stated
Security Architect - Mobile Security, AWS - D xc3 sseldorf
Security Architect URGENTLY required to provide End-to-End Security Architecture and Security Assessment on a new global SaaS based TV service . The Security Architect will be responsible for assessing the security of the TV service from customer endpoints (i.e. Set Top Boxes) to the technology backend (IT Systems, Networks & TV Platform). The Security Architect will also be responsible for ensuring the Security of the service streamed to mobile devices (Mobile Security) and working with the Cloud vendor ( AWS ) to ensure the service is secure in the Cloud.
THE ROLE:
Perform Cyber Security Assessments on the End-to-End TV service : TV hardware (Set Top Boxes), AWS Cloud Platform, Mobile Devices, Networks, Platform Infrastructure, OSS, BSS Systems etc.
Ensure the new TV service is designed and implemented securely based on secure architecture principles, both on premise and in the Cloud ( AWS ).
Lead, develop and contribute to service deliverables with a security focus on SaaS services, particularly AWS.
Carry out security risk assessment and risk management .
Review and implement security measure, policies, standards, baselines, guidelines, and procedures and recommend and implement enhancements.
Coordinate security testing and ensure appropriate network monitoring ( SIEM ) is in place.
Document detailed technical requirements and security baselines for technologies.
Provide general Cyber Security Architecture consultancy and contract review.
EXPERIENCE :
7+ years IT security architecture experience;
Knowledge of current IT risks and experience implementing Cyber, Information, Cloud and Mobile security solutions;
Security protocols, cryptography, authentication, authorisation and cyber security;
Experience with cloud based service architecture ( SaaS / AWS );
Good knowledge of API security;
Good knowledge of Mobile Device Security;
Knowledge of TCP/IP, networking design, and routing architectures, including firewalls and enterprise infrastructure and platform technology.
For an IMMEDIATE interview, please send CV.
KEY SKILLS : Security Architect, Cyber Security, Cloud Security, IPTV, TV, AWS, Security Architecture, Streaming, OSS, BSS, SaaS, Germany.
Important dates
Published
Thursday 10 October 2019
Deadline for asking questions
Monday 14 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Closing date for applications
Thursday 17 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Overview
Specialist role
Cyber security consultant
Summary of the work
ISS delivers the core ICT Platform for Defence. Working within the Interoperability Services and Gateways team developing future cross-domain interoperability services at various security domains as the Security Assurance focal point, the role will assess and evidence the effectiveness of security controls; providing confidence that Defence threats are adequately addressed.
Latest start date
Friday 15 November 2019
Expected contract length
16.5 Months with an extension option of 4 months pending internal financial approval.
Location
No specific location, eg they can work remotely
Organisation the work is for
Ministry of Defence, Information Systems and Services
Maximum day rate
£783.00 (ex VAT) maximum budget per day including agency fees. The total Limit of Liability for Travel and Subsistence is £4125.00 (ex VAT). Please note that payment will only be sanctioned on evidence of receipted actuals in accordance with MoD Civilian rates.
About the work
Early market engagement
Who the specialist will work with
The specialist will be required to work alongside Civilian (Crown Servants), Military personnel and Contractors (Manpower substitutes and FATS) within the Interoperability Services and Gateways team at MoD Corsham. With regard to the activities that the specialist will be required to work on as referenced in the previous section, it should be noted that specific outcomes/deliverables will vary based upon the stage of the project delivery; but these will be identified during work package scoping. They may include any of the activities listed.
What the specialist will work on
-Security assure VMWare-based cloud infrastructure solutions -Develop specifications-Windows/Linux hardened operating system configurations -Select/trial Cross-domain Security Enforcing Applications to support range of required information exchange services -Design audit solutions to meet MoD requirements -Ensure suitable security testing-all system components throughout project build -Review HLD/LLD -Compete/maintain DART -Define CTAS Scope -Produce SRS and Risk Balance Cases -Produce/Review RMADS, OSMP and associated documentation -Review ITHC Testing and remediation plans -Produce Pre-PIA, PIA, MOD Code of Connection and MOD Statement of Connection Conformity -Chair SWG, Security Surgeries and production/distribution of outputs Meeting with Accreditor and NCSC -Lead/manage Accreditation process
Work setup
Address where the work will take place
Information Systems and Services, Building 405, Westwells Road, MoD Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 9NR.
Working arrangements
All tasking will take place from MoD Corsham. Ideally you are required to work from MoD Corsham, however a flexible working arrangement can be agreed. Travel may be required within the UK with Travel and Subsistence costs away from MoD Corsham recoverable in correspondence with MoD Departmental rates.
Security clearance
DV Clearance must be in place prior to and for the duration of the contract starting due to the projects the individual is required to work with.
Additional information
Additional terms and conditions
Skills and experience
Essential skills and experience
Experience of security assurance, accreditation and verification/validation of design artefacts and physical systems designs - 10 Points
Knowledge of gateway design and capability including NCSC Architectural Patterns and an in depth understanding of how NCSC work - 15 Points
Knowledge of RMADS Documentation - 10 Points
Holds CCP Senior SIRA status - 10 Points
Holds CCP Senior IA Architect Status - 10 Points
Evidence and knowledge of Government IA Policy, (including JSP440, JSP604, IS1/2, DIANS and NCSC IA Guidance), and Risk Management in the context of Defence - 10 Points
Nice-to-have skills and experience
Evidence and knowledge of the T&A process that is implemented across UK Government and Defence System projects - 5 Points
Evidence and knowledge of cross-domain interoperability services/gateways within Defence - 5 Points
Evidence of understanding of current Defence cross-domain gateways in the Secret domain - 5 Points
Evidence and understanding of the design and security aspects of the planned replacement defence cross-domain interoperability services solution(s) - 5 Points
Holds CISM - Certified Information Security Manager status - 5 Points
Holds CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Status - 5 Points
Holds ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer status - 5 Points
How suppliers will be evaluated
How many specialists to evaluate
3
Cultural fit criteria
Work as a team with our organisation and other suppliers
Be transparent and collaborative when making decisions
Have a no-blame culture and encourage people to learn from their mistakes
Take responsibility for their work
Share knowledge and experience with other team members
Additional assessment methods
Evaluation weighting
Technical competence
75%
Cultural fit
5%
Price
20%
Oct 10, 2019
6 Months or more
Important dates
Published
Thursday 10 October 2019
Deadline for asking questions
Monday 14 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Closing date for applications
Thursday 17 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Overview
Specialist role
Cyber security consultant
Summary of the work
ISS delivers the core ICT Platform for Defence. Working within the Interoperability Services and Gateways team developing future cross-domain interoperability services at various security domains as the Security Assurance focal point, the role will assess and evidence the effectiveness of security controls; providing confidence that Defence threats are adequately addressed.
Latest start date
Friday 15 November 2019
Expected contract length
16.5 Months with an extension option of 4 months pending internal financial approval.
Location
No specific location, eg they can work remotely
Organisation the work is for
Ministry of Defence, Information Systems and Services
Maximum day rate
£783.00 (ex VAT) maximum budget per day including agency fees. The total Limit of Liability for Travel and Subsistence is £4125.00 (ex VAT). Please note that payment will only be sanctioned on evidence of receipted actuals in accordance with MoD Civilian rates.
About the work
Early market engagement
Who the specialist will work with
The specialist will be required to work alongside Civilian (Crown Servants), Military personnel and Contractors (Manpower substitutes and FATS) within the Interoperability Services and Gateways team at MoD Corsham. With regard to the activities that the specialist will be required to work on as referenced in the previous section, it should be noted that specific outcomes/deliverables will vary based upon the stage of the project delivery; but these will be identified during work package scoping. They may include any of the activities listed.
What the specialist will work on
-Security assure VMWare-based cloud infrastructure solutions -Develop specifications-Windows/Linux hardened operating system configurations -Select/trial Cross-domain Security Enforcing Applications to support range of required information exchange services -Design audit solutions to meet MoD requirements -Ensure suitable security testing-all system components throughout project build -Review HLD/LLD -Compete/maintain DART -Define CTAS Scope -Produce SRS and Risk Balance Cases -Produce/Review RMADS, OSMP and associated documentation -Review ITHC Testing and remediation plans -Produce Pre-PIA, PIA, MOD Code of Connection and MOD Statement of Connection Conformity -Chair SWG, Security Surgeries and production/distribution of outputs Meeting with Accreditor and NCSC -Lead/manage Accreditation process
Work setup
Address where the work will take place
Information Systems and Services, Building 405, Westwells Road, MoD Corsham, Wiltshire, SN13 9NR.
Working arrangements
All tasking will take place from MoD Corsham. Ideally you are required to work from MoD Corsham, however a flexible working arrangement can be agreed. Travel may be required within the UK with Travel and Subsistence costs away from MoD Corsham recoverable in correspondence with MoD Departmental rates.
Security clearance
DV Clearance must be in place prior to and for the duration of the contract starting due to the projects the individual is required to work with.
Additional information
Additional terms and conditions
Skills and experience
Essential skills and experience
Experience of security assurance, accreditation and verification/validation of design artefacts and physical systems designs - 10 Points
Knowledge of gateway design and capability including NCSC Architectural Patterns and an in depth understanding of how NCSC work - 15 Points
Knowledge of RMADS Documentation - 10 Points
Holds CCP Senior SIRA status - 10 Points
Holds CCP Senior IA Architect Status - 10 Points
Evidence and knowledge of Government IA Policy, (including JSP440, JSP604, IS1/2, DIANS and NCSC IA Guidance), and Risk Management in the context of Defence - 10 Points
Nice-to-have skills and experience
Evidence and knowledge of the T&A process that is implemented across UK Government and Defence System projects - 5 Points
Evidence and knowledge of cross-domain interoperability services/gateways within Defence - 5 Points
Evidence of understanding of current Defence cross-domain gateways in the Secret domain - 5 Points
Evidence and understanding of the design and security aspects of the planned replacement defence cross-domain interoperability services solution(s) - 5 Points
Holds CISM - Certified Information Security Manager status - 5 Points
Holds CISSP - Certified Information Systems Security Professional Status - 5 Points
Holds ISO 27001 Lead Auditor/Implementer status - 5 Points
How suppliers will be evaluated
How many specialists to evaluate
3
Cultural fit criteria
Work as a team with our organisation and other suppliers
Be transparent and collaborative when making decisions
Have a no-blame culture and encourage people to learn from their mistakes
Take responsibility for their work
Share knowledge and experience with other team members
Additional assessment methods
Evaluation weighting
Technical competence
75%
Cultural fit
5%
Price
20%
As a Data Scientist, you will join EPAM's Data Practice and work closely with one of our large clients either in Newport (client office) or London (EPAM office). If in London then occasional trips to Newport will be needed. This is a client-facing role requiring a mix of great communication skills, business acumen and deep technical knowledge. You will drive actionable data insights and solutions from datasets to understand customer behaviour, optimise untapped areas of growth and develop machine learning models to enhance user experience. This is an ongoing client project but as EPAM is a tech consultancy, you will have the opportunity to work on other exciting client projects in the future. Therefore someone who is travel mobile is highly desirable.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with large, complex data sets to solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed
Ability to apply the latest machine learning approaches and the latest data science techniques to everyday business problems
Works as a unified team to produce online, Real Time machine learning pipelines that create efficiencies and enhance the customer experience
Supports the development of APIs and event queues to integrate predictive models
Conducts end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering and requirements specification, processing, analysis, ongoing deliverables, and presentations
Develops comprehensive understanding of organisational data structures and metrics, advocating for changes where needed to improve customer experience
Makes business recommendations (eg cost-benefit, forecasting, and experiment analysis) with effective presentations of findings at multiple levels of stakeholders through visual displays of quantitative information
Digital Engineering Provide support to engineers in accessing predictions, actions and insights
Data Engineering Collaborate with members of the Data Engineering team to clarify data dependencies and coordinate releases
Business Collaborate across the business to develop relationships with data partners to develop holistic customer view
REQUIREMENTS
MSc/PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics or in a highly quantitative field
Strong commercial work experience as a Data Scientist, not only in a research/educational type role
Industry experience in predictive modelling and analysis, predictive software modelling
Experience with common programming languages and tools DataBricks, Spark, Python, Panda, Numpy, Tensorflow, MS Azure big data services
Machine Learning/Deep Learning background and capable of building machine learning algorithms from scratch
Experience in building Neural Networks
Ability to proactively prioritise workloads, working both independently and as part of a team
ABOUT EPAM Named as one Fortune's List of 100 Fastest Growing Companies for 2019, EPAM is committed to providing our global team of 33,100+ EPAMers with inspiring careers from day one. EPAMers lead with passion and honesty, and think creatively. Our people are the source of our success and we value collaboration, try to always understand our customers' business, and strive for the highest standards of excellence. No matter where you are located, you'll join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
Oct 10, 2019
Duration not stated
As a Data Scientist, you will join EPAM's Data Practice and work closely with one of our large clients either in Newport (client office) or London (EPAM office). If in London then occasional trips to Newport will be needed. This is a client-facing role requiring a mix of great communication skills, business acumen and deep technical knowledge. You will drive actionable data insights and solutions from datasets to understand customer behaviour, optimise untapped areas of growth and develop machine learning models to enhance user experience. This is an ongoing client project but as EPAM is a tech consultancy, you will have the opportunity to work on other exciting client projects in the future. Therefore someone who is travel mobile is highly desirable.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with large, complex data sets to solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed
Ability to apply the latest machine learning approaches and the latest data science techniques to everyday business problems
Works as a unified team to produce online, Real Time machine learning pipelines that create efficiencies and enhance the customer experience
Supports the development of APIs and event queues to integrate predictive models
Conducts end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering and requirements specification, processing, analysis, ongoing deliverables, and presentations
Develops comprehensive understanding of organisational data structures and metrics, advocating for changes where needed to improve customer experience
Makes business recommendations (eg cost-benefit, forecasting, and experiment analysis) with effective presentations of findings at multiple levels of stakeholders through visual displays of quantitative information
Digital Engineering Provide support to engineers in accessing predictions, actions and insights
Data Engineering Collaborate with members of the Data Engineering team to clarify data dependencies and coordinate releases
Business Collaborate across the business to develop relationships with data partners to develop holistic customer view
REQUIREMENTS
MSc/PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics or in a highly quantitative field
Strong commercial work experience as a Data Scientist, not only in a research/educational type role
Industry experience in predictive modelling and analysis, predictive software modelling
Experience with common programming languages and tools DataBricks, Spark, Python, Panda, Numpy, Tensorflow, MS Azure big data services
Machine Learning/Deep Learning background and capable of building machine learning algorithms from scratch
Experience in building Neural Networks
Ability to proactively prioritise workloads, working both independently and as part of a team
ABOUT EPAM Named as one Fortune's List of 100 Fastest Growing Companies for 2019, EPAM is committed to providing our global team of 33,100+ EPAMers with inspiring careers from day one. EPAMers lead with passion and honesty, and think creatively. Our people are the source of our success and we value collaboration, try to always understand our customers' business, and strive for the highest standards of excellence. No matter where you are located, you'll join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
As a Data Scientist, you will join EPAM's Data Practice and work closely with one of our large clients either in Newport (client office) or London (EPAM office). If in London then occasional trips to Newport will be needed. This is a client-facing role requiring a mix of great communication skills, business acumen and deep technical knowledge. You will drive actionable data insights and solutions from datasets to understand customer behaviour, optimise untapped areas of growth and develop machine learning models to enhance user experience. This is an ongoing client project but as EPAM is a tech consultancy, you will have the opportunity to work on other exciting client projects in the future. Therefore someone who is travel mobile is highly desirable.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with large, complex data sets to solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed
Ability to apply the latest machine learning approaches and the latest data science techniques to everyday business problems
Works as a unified team to produce online, Real Time machine learning pipelines that create efficiencies and enhance the customer experience
Supports the development of APIs and event queues to integrate predictive models
Conducts end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering and requirements specification, processing, analysis, ongoing deliverables, and presentations
Develops comprehensive understanding of organisational data structures and metrics, advocating for changes where needed to improve customer experience
Makes business recommendations (eg cost-benefit, forecasting, and experiment analysis) with effective presentations of findings at multiple levels of stakeholders through visual displays of quantitative information
Digital Engineering Provide support to engineers in accessing predictions, actions and insights
Data Engineering Collaborate with members of the Data Engineering team to clarify data dependencies and coordinate releases
Business Collaborate across the business to develop relationships with data partners to develop holistic customer view
REQUIREMENTS
MSc/PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics or in a highly quantitative field
Strong commercial work experience as a Data Scientist, not only in a research/educational type role
Industry experience in predictive modelling and analysis, predictive software modelling
Experience with common programming languages and tools DataBricks, Spark, Python, Panda, Numpy, Tensorflow, MS Azure big data services
Machine Learning/Deep Learning background and capable of building machine learning algorithms from scratch
Experience in building Neural Networks
Ability to proactively prioritise workloads, working both independently and as part of a team
ABOUT EPAM Named as one Fortune's List of 100 Fastest Growing Companies for 2019, EPAM is committed to providing our global team of 33,100+ EPAMers with inspiring careers from day one. EPAMers lead with passion and honesty, and think creatively. Our people are the source of our success and we value collaboration, try to always understand our customers' business, and strive for the highest standards of excellence. No matter where you are located, you'll join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
Oct 10, 2019
Duration not stated
As a Data Scientist, you will join EPAM's Data Practice and work closely with one of our large clients either in Newport (client office) or London (EPAM office). If in London then occasional trips to Newport will be needed. This is a client-facing role requiring a mix of great communication skills, business acumen and deep technical knowledge. You will drive actionable data insights and solutions from datasets to understand customer behaviour, optimise untapped areas of growth and develop machine learning models to enhance user experience. This is an ongoing client project but as EPAM is a tech consultancy, you will have the opportunity to work on other exciting client projects in the future. Therefore someone who is travel mobile is highly desirable.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Works with large, complex data sets to solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed
Ability to apply the latest machine learning approaches and the latest data science techniques to everyday business problems
Works as a unified team to produce online, Real Time machine learning pipelines that create efficiencies and enhance the customer experience
Supports the development of APIs and event queues to integrate predictive models
Conducts end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering and requirements specification, processing, analysis, ongoing deliverables, and presentations
Develops comprehensive understanding of organisational data structures and metrics, advocating for changes where needed to improve customer experience
Makes business recommendations (eg cost-benefit, forecasting, and experiment analysis) with effective presentations of findings at multiple levels of stakeholders through visual displays of quantitative information
Digital Engineering Provide support to engineers in accessing predictions, actions and insights
Data Engineering Collaborate with members of the Data Engineering team to clarify data dependencies and coordinate releases
Business Collaborate across the business to develop relationships with data partners to develop holistic customer view
REQUIREMENTS
MSc/PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics or in a highly quantitative field
Strong commercial work experience as a Data Scientist, not only in a research/educational type role
Industry experience in predictive modelling and analysis, predictive software modelling
Experience with common programming languages and tools DataBricks, Spark, Python, Panda, Numpy, Tensorflow, MS Azure big data services
Machine Learning/Deep Learning background and capable of building machine learning algorithms from scratch
Experience in building Neural Networks
Ability to proactively prioritise workloads, working both independently and as part of a team
ABOUT EPAM Named as one Fortune's List of 100 Fastest Growing Companies for 2019, EPAM is committed to providing our global team of 33,100+ EPAMers with inspiring careers from day one. EPAMers lead with passion and honesty, and think creatively. Our people are the source of our success and we value collaboration, try to always understand our customers' business, and strive for the highest standards of excellence. No matter where you are located, you'll join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
Programme Manager - EDRMS - Sharepoint - FCA
Role Purpose
The Programme Manager sits in a divisional services team and is responsible for the shaping, scoping, planning and successful delivery of large and complex programmes within the FCA divisional portfolio.
The FCA is planning to move from its current OpenText Livelink Electronic Document and Records Management solution (EDRMS) to Microsoft 0365 SharePoint Online by December 2020.
The Programme manager will work with the Programme Director, Sponsor and Accountable Executive to co-ordinate the SharePoint build, records migration and business change ennablement of c. 3500 FCA colleagues and work with senior stakeholders to ensure that corporate, legal and operational risks are appropriately managed.
Key Accountabilities
Successfully deliver large and complex programmes, including; EU directives, policy development, operating model, technology, and people change projects, from inception to agreed business outcomes, using Programme management techniques, delivering through project managers, following FCA quality standards and within agreed baselines of time, budget and scope.
Building and managing stakeholder relationships across the FCA, facilitating decisions relevant to the strategy, shape, detailed scope and delivery, managing expectations, defining and agreeing scope, facilitating key decisions including Programme shape.
Developing the Programme plan, leading project teams to accurately plan, structure and complete deliverables and milestones, identifying and sourcing resources to achieve time and cost expectations. Resolving dependencies, issues and risks to successfully deliver the business outcomes
Ensure delivery adheres to the FCA Project Management Policies, Standards and Methods and Governance Framework, establishing Programme boards and chairing Programme board meetings.
Significant contributor to the community of practice, seeking innovative change to frameworks, coaching other practice members and actively engaged in professional development.
Required Criteria
Experienced in the agile Design, Build, Implementation and operation of SharePoint online in a financial services client and managing the change impact on operations.
Significant experience at leading senior leaders and board members through structural, procedural and cultural change, gaining commitment to new ways of working.
Ability to build working relationships with ExCo, sponsors, accountable executives, key business stakeholders and business SMEs
Significant experience shaping complex, enterprise spanning, strategic initiatives into detailed project plans for multi-workstream delivery to achieve business outcomes
Significant experience of planning and controlling programmes, with a programme management qualification (MSP).
Politically savvy, able to balance conflicting strategies, priorities and personalities, resilient and tenacious to ensure delivery whilst managing conflict
Experienced in the successful and secure migration of c. 50m records from Opentext Livelink to SharePoint Online
Awareness of the operational impacts and risks of the migration of c3,500 users and experienced in the development of business implementation plans to address and manage impacts and risks.
Excellent communication skills, able to engage with all levels of the organisation, providing timely and meaningful communications to update status, share progress and manage expectations of stakeholders
Oct 09, 2019
Duration not stated
Programme Manager - EDRMS - Sharepoint - FCA
Role Purpose
The Programme Manager sits in a divisional services team and is responsible for the shaping, scoping, planning and successful delivery of large and complex programmes within the FCA divisional portfolio.
The FCA is planning to move from its current OpenText Livelink Electronic Document and Records Management solution (EDRMS) to Microsoft 0365 SharePoint Online by December 2020.
The Programme manager will work with the Programme Director, Sponsor and Accountable Executive to co-ordinate the SharePoint build, records migration and business change ennablement of c. 3500 FCA colleagues and work with senior stakeholders to ensure that corporate, legal and operational risks are appropriately managed.
Key Accountabilities
Successfully deliver large and complex programmes, including; EU directives, policy development, operating model, technology, and people change projects, from inception to agreed business outcomes, using Programme management techniques, delivering through project managers, following FCA quality standards and within agreed baselines of time, budget and scope.
Building and managing stakeholder relationships across the FCA, facilitating decisions relevant to the strategy, shape, detailed scope and delivery, managing expectations, defining and agreeing scope, facilitating key decisions including Programme shape.
Developing the Programme plan, leading project teams to accurately plan, structure and complete deliverables and milestones, identifying and sourcing resources to achieve time and cost expectations. Resolving dependencies, issues and risks to successfully deliver the business outcomes
Ensure delivery adheres to the FCA Project Management Policies, Standards and Methods and Governance Framework, establishing Programme boards and chairing Programme board meetings.
Significant contributor to the community of practice, seeking innovative change to frameworks, coaching other practice members and actively engaged in professional development.
Required Criteria
Experienced in the agile Design, Build, Implementation and operation of SharePoint online in a financial services client and managing the change impact on operations.
Significant experience at leading senior leaders and board members through structural, procedural and cultural change, gaining commitment to new ways of working.
Ability to build working relationships with ExCo, sponsors, accountable executives, key business stakeholders and business SMEs
Significant experience shaping complex, enterprise spanning, strategic initiatives into detailed project plans for multi-workstream delivery to achieve business outcomes
Significant experience of planning and controlling programmes, with a programme management qualification (MSP).
Politically savvy, able to balance conflicting strategies, priorities and personalities, resilient and tenacious to ensure delivery whilst managing conflict
Experienced in the successful and secure migration of c. 50m records from Opentext Livelink to SharePoint Online
Awareness of the operational impacts and risks of the migration of c3,500 users and experienced in the development of business implementation plans to address and manage impacts and risks.
Excellent communication skills, able to engage with all levels of the organisation, providing timely and meaningful communications to update status, share progress and manage expectations of stakeholders
Job Role: Communications Manager - Risk
Daily Rate: £650 - 750
Location: TSB 20 Gresham St, London EC2V 7JE with travel to other sites
Duration: Until December 2019
Hello, we 're TSB, and we 're different from other banks.
We don 't do investment banking, overseas speculation or big corporate finance. We just serve individuals and local business customers - we call it 'local banking '.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about Communications
The core purpose of the role is to lead the communications from our Risk teams; you 'll be directly responsible for taking outcomes and policies from our Risk Management Forum and translating them to straightforward but meaningful communications that will be understood by everyone from Board members to Branch staff.
Conveying the improvements our Risk team are making on a continual basis, you 'll also lead on:
Building tailored training material (with assistance from L&D teams) for L2 category owners and Risk Practitioners (Oversight and Business Units and Control Functions)
Support the development of training communications for the wider bank
Production of the fortnightly news letter for Stakeholders between now and the end of the year
As well as being a communications expert, you 'll also have similar experience in working with complex subject matter - Ideally, Risk or similar- and being able to disseminate hard to grasp concepts in an easily digestible fashion to a number of different demographics throughout a business.
We are TSB
We are Pioneering, Responsible, Straightforward, Collaborative and Transparent.
Oct 09, 2019
up to 6 Months
Job Role: Communications Manager - Risk
Daily Rate: £650 - 750
Location: TSB 20 Gresham St, London EC2V 7JE with travel to other sites
Duration: Until December 2019
Hello, we 're TSB, and we 're different from other banks.
We don 't do investment banking, overseas speculation or big corporate finance. We just serve individuals and local business customers - we call it 'local banking '.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about Communications
The core purpose of the role is to lead the communications from our Risk teams; you 'll be directly responsible for taking outcomes and policies from our Risk Management Forum and translating them to straightforward but meaningful communications that will be understood by everyone from Board members to Branch staff.
Conveying the improvements our Risk team are making on a continual basis, you 'll also lead on:
Building tailored training material (with assistance from L&D teams) for L2 category owners and Risk Practitioners (Oversight and Business Units and Control Functions)
Support the development of training communications for the wider bank
Production of the fortnightly news letter for Stakeholders between now and the end of the year
As well as being a communications expert, you 'll also have similar experience in working with complex subject matter - Ideally, Risk or similar- and being able to disseminate hard to grasp concepts in an easily digestible fashion to a number of different demographics throughout a business.
We are TSB
We are Pioneering, Responsible, Straightforward, Collaborative and Transparent.
Job Role: Communications Manager - Risk
Daily Rate: £650 - 750
Location: Henry Duncan House, 120 George Street, EDINBURGH, EH2 4LH
Duration: Until December 2019
Hello, we 're TSB, and we 're different from other banks.
We don 't do investment banking, overseas speculation or big corporate finance. We just serve individuals and local business customers - we call it 'local banking '.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about Communications
The core purpose of the role is to lead the communications from our Risk teams; you 'll be directly responsible for taking outcomes and policies from our Risk Management Forum and translating them to straightforward but meaningful communications that will be understood by everyone from Board members to Branch staff.
Conveying the improvements our Risk team are making on a continual basis, you 'll also lead on:
Building tailored training material (with assistance from L&D teams) for L2 category owners and Risk Practitioners (Oversight and Business Units and Control Functions)
Support the development of training communications for the wider bank
Production of the fortnightly news letter for Stakeholders between now and the end of the year
As well as being a communications expert, you 'll also have similar experience in working with complex subject matter - Ideally, Risk or similar- and being able to disseminate hard to grasp concepts in an easily digestible fashion to a number of different demographics throughout a business.
We are TSB
We are Pioneering, Responsible, Straightforward, Collaborative and Transparent.
Oct 09, 2019
Duration not stated
Job Role: Communications Manager - Risk
Daily Rate: £650 - 750
Location: Henry Duncan House, 120 George Street, EDINBURGH, EH2 4LH
Duration: Until December 2019
Hello, we 're TSB, and we 're different from other banks.
We don 't do investment banking, overseas speculation or big corporate finance. We just serve individuals and local business customers - we call it 'local banking '.
We are looking for someone who is passionate about Communications
The core purpose of the role is to lead the communications from our Risk teams; you 'll be directly responsible for taking outcomes and policies from our Risk Management Forum and translating them to straightforward but meaningful communications that will be understood by everyone from Board members to Branch staff.
Conveying the improvements our Risk team are making on a continual basis, you 'll also lead on:
Building tailored training material (with assistance from L&D teams) for L2 category owners and Risk Practitioners (Oversight and Business Units and Control Functions)
Support the development of training communications for the wider bank
Production of the fortnightly news letter for Stakeholders between now and the end of the year
As well as being a communications expert, you 'll also have similar experience in working with complex subject matter - Ideally, Risk or similar- and being able to disseminate hard to grasp concepts in an easily digestible fashion to a number of different demographics throughout a business.
We are TSB
We are Pioneering, Responsible, Straightforward, Collaborative and Transparent.
As a Data Scientist, you will join EPAM 's Data Practice and work closely with one of our large clients either in Newport (client office) or London (EPAM office). If in London then occasional trips to Newport will be needed. This is a client-facing role requiring a mix of great communication skills, business acumen and deep technical knowledge. You will drive actionable data insights and solutions from datasets to understand customer behaviour, optimise untapped areas of growth and develop machine learning models to enhance user experience. This is an ongoing client project but as EPAM is a tech consultancy, you will have the opportunity to work on other exciting client projects in the future. Therefore someone who is travel mobile is highly desirable. RESPONSIBILITIES Works with large, complex data sets to solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed Ability to apply the latest machine learning approaches and the latest data science techniques to everyday business problems Works as a unified team to produce online, real-time machine learning pipelines that create efficiencies and enhance the customer experience Supports the development of API's and event queues to integrate predictive models Conducts end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering and requirements specification, processing, analysis, ongoing deliverables, and presentations Develops comprehensive understanding of organisational data structures and metrics, advocating for changes where needed to improve customer experience Makes business recommendations (e.g. cost-benefit, forecasting, and experiment analysis) with effective presentations of findings at multiple levels of stakeholders through visual displays of quantitative information Digital Engineering - Provide support to engineers in accessing predictions, actions and insights Data Engineering - Collaborate with members of the Data Engineering team to clarify data dependencies and coordinate releases Business - Collaborate across the business to develop relationships with data partners to develop holistic customer view REQUIREMENTS MSc/PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics or in a highly quantitative field Strong commercial work experience as a Data Scientist, not only in a research/educational type role Industry experience in predictive modelling and analysis, predictive software modelling Experience with common programming languages and tools - DataBricks, Spark, Python, Panda, Numpy, Tensorflow, MS Azure big data services Machine Learning / Deep Learning background and capable of building machine learning algorithms from scratch Experience in building Neural Networks Ability to proactively prioritise workloads, working both independently and as part of a team ABOUT EPAM Named as one Fortune 's List of 100 Fastest Growing Companies for 2019, EPAM is committed to providing our global team of 33,100+ EPAMers with inspiring careers from day one. EPAMers lead with passion and honesty, and think creatively. Our people are the source of our success and we value collaboration, try to always understand our customers' business, and strive for the highest standards of excellence. No matter where you are located, you'll join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
Oct 09, 2019
Duration not stated
As a Data Scientist, you will join EPAM 's Data Practice and work closely with one of our large clients either in Newport (client office) or London (EPAM office). If in London then occasional trips to Newport will be needed. This is a client-facing role requiring a mix of great communication skills, business acumen and deep technical knowledge. You will drive actionable data insights and solutions from datasets to understand customer behaviour, optimise untapped areas of growth and develop machine learning models to enhance user experience. This is an ongoing client project but as EPAM is a tech consultancy, you will have the opportunity to work on other exciting client projects in the future. Therefore someone who is travel mobile is highly desirable. RESPONSIBILITIES Works with large, complex data sets to solve difficult, non-routine analysis problems, applying advanced analytical methods as needed Ability to apply the latest machine learning approaches and the latest data science techniques to everyday business problems Works as a unified team to produce online, real-time machine learning pipelines that create efficiencies and enhance the customer experience Supports the development of API's and event queues to integrate predictive models Conducts end-to-end analysis that includes data gathering and requirements specification, processing, analysis, ongoing deliverables, and presentations Develops comprehensive understanding of organisational data structures and metrics, advocating for changes where needed to improve customer experience Makes business recommendations (e.g. cost-benefit, forecasting, and experiment analysis) with effective presentations of findings at multiple levels of stakeholders through visual displays of quantitative information Digital Engineering - Provide support to engineers in accessing predictions, actions and insights Data Engineering - Collaborate with members of the Data Engineering team to clarify data dependencies and coordinate releases Business - Collaborate across the business to develop relationships with data partners to develop holistic customer view REQUIREMENTS MSc/PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Data Science, Statistics or in a highly quantitative field Strong commercial work experience as a Data Scientist, not only in a research/educational type role Industry experience in predictive modelling and analysis, predictive software modelling Experience with common programming languages and tools - DataBricks, Spark, Python, Panda, Numpy, Tensorflow, MS Azure big data services Machine Learning / Deep Learning background and capable of building machine learning algorithms from scratch Experience in building Neural Networks Ability to proactively prioritise workloads, working both independently and as part of a team ABOUT EPAM Named as one Fortune 's List of 100 Fastest Growing Companies for 2019, EPAM is committed to providing our global team of 33,100+ EPAMers with inspiring careers from day one. EPAMers lead with passion and honesty, and think creatively. Our people are the source of our success and we value collaboration, try to always understand our customers' business, and strive for the highest standards of excellence. No matter where you are located, you'll join a dedicated, diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential.
- Run the UK SAP integration activities across the manufacturing business, including a team of 12 functional leads and a team of circa 20 consultants - Ensure delivery prioritisation, alignment across the business, management of consulting firm process, motivation and execution of internal and external teams - Reporting to global functions and senior leadership team on execution, budget, risks - Strong data element, with export and reconciliation of Legacy data to SAP systems - Management of change management and training streams, rolling out Q1, 2020 - Overall delivery scheduled for Mar 20 with a possible one month delay
- Candidates must have an excellent SAP implementation track record in manufacturing businesses, with a strong consultancy background. Highly effective senior stakeholder management and team management experience; also very personable, with strong communication and business change skills.
Oct 08, 2019
6 Months or more
- Run the UK SAP integration activities across the manufacturing business, including a team of 12 functional leads and a team of circa 20 consultants - Ensure delivery prioritisation, alignment across the business, management of consulting firm process, motivation and execution of internal and external teams - Reporting to global functions and senior leadership team on execution, budget, risks - Strong data element, with export and reconciliation of Legacy data to SAP systems - Management of change management and training streams, rolling out Q1, 2020 - Overall delivery scheduled for Mar 20 with a possible one month delay
- Candidates must have an excellent SAP implementation track record in manufacturing businesses, with a strong consultancy background. Highly effective senior stakeholder management and team management experience; also very personable, with strong communication and business change skills.
Important dates
Published
Tuesday 8 October 2019
Deadline for asking questions
Thursday 10 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Closing date for applications
Tuesday 15 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Overview
Specialist role
Developer
Summary of the work
Specialist will be responsible for managing the build and deployment of the project, through all environments. They will contribute to key components and shared common services; undertake cross-functional engineering projects, working in small teams with other engineers in different knowledge spheres, building supportable, sustainable and reliable services.
Latest start date
Monday 11 November 2019
Expected contract length
18 months total. Initial 6 months, further period up to 12 months depending on needs& performance
Location
London
Organisation the work is for
Her Majesty's Passport Office
Maximum day rate
£650 - £750
About the work
Early market engagement
N/A
Who the specialist will work with
Specialist will be part of Public Protection Directorate Project team working closely with the Technical Lead. We expect the specialist to work collaboratively with existing in house project teams that are transforming the HMPO business processes/applications.
What the specialist will work on
SysOps Engineer skills required to build Dev environment, configure infrastructure. System provisioning & automation, monitoring, metrics, scalability, security and hardening. Overall responsibility for the projects Linux infrastructure in relation to common standards. Responsible for the health and upkeep of the critical services. Active on remediating any knowledge gaps between Developers and Operations Engineers. Automation of Linux, providing frictionless access to services to the rest of the Engineering organisation. Working alongside other engineers, providing the code, services and knowledge to deliver a smooth automation process from the start to the end of the project lifecycle. Working within security architecture guidelines.
Work setup
Address where the work will take place
Her Majesty's Passport Office, based in Victoria, Westminster and Croydon, with occasional travel across the UK.
Working arrangements
We expect the specialist to work collaboratively with existing in-house project teams that are transforming the HMPO business processes/applications. Service design and development must align with the HM Passport Office strategic technical architecture and technologies. Work is based in London and will involve the supplier being on site 5 days per week to work collaboratively with HMPO teams. Travel to regional sites to be agreed, expenses incurred from travel outside of the M25/Greater London will be subject to H.M. Passport Office Travel and Subsistence Policy.
Security clearance
DV Clearance is required for this role. Candidate can start with SC clearance and will upgrade to DV in post. HM Passport Office will support the clearance process.
Additional information
Additional terms and conditions
Breakpoints to assess progress and quality will be set by mutual agreement. We expect this engagement to be outside IR35; however status is assessed on a case-by-case basis. Standard Government Terms and Conditions for Expenses as covered in the DOS Contract.
Skills and experience
Essential skills and experience
Knowledge and experience of installation and management of hardware (servers, storage, routers etc.).
Knowledge of and experience with Docker, Postgres, and installation and management containers.
Knowledge of and experience with Git, Gitlab.
Experience of setting up secured infrastructure within AWS (EC2s), RDS, VPCs, Subnets, Security Group, VPN Access, 2FA.
Experience of setting up the CI/CD pipeline within AWS.
Reasonable fluency in at least one of: python, go, BASH.
Knowledge of IDS, HIDS, NIDS and security hardening.
Experience and knowledge of GNU/Linux.
Experience of configuration management tools (Puppet/Ansible).
Experience of designing and building the infrastructure in a data centre.
Nice-to-have skills and experience
Experience of windows server installation, management, patching, domain controller and HyperV.
Experience of Vmware, creating, deploying virtual machines via Vmware on bare metal. Installing and setup windows and ubuntu virtual machines.
Experience deploying, profiling, and debugging distributed systems
Ability to operate in small cross-functional engineering teams to build supportable, sustainable, and reliable services.
Experience of IP Networking and physical networks.
Experience of configuring and managing ELK.
Fluent in English and have good communication skills in order to discuss high level requirements with stakeholders, as well as have low level technical discussions as required.
Experience of installing, patching, managing Postgresql database clusters.
Have existing valid SC/DV clearance
How suppliers will be evaluated
How many specialists to evaluate
3
Cultural fit criteria
Work well in a team within our organisation.
Mentor members of the team.
Be transparent and collaborative when making decisions.
Have a flexible attitude and temperament.
Have a no-blame culture and encourage people to learn from their mistakes.
Must have experience working within a Scrum team.
Additional assessment methods
Interview
Evaluation weighting
Technical competence
60%
Cultural fit
15%
Price
25%
Oct 08, 2019
6 Months or more
Important dates
Published
Tuesday 8 October 2019
Deadline for asking questions
Thursday 10 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Closing date for applications
Tuesday 15 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Overview
Specialist role
Developer
Summary of the work
Specialist will be responsible for managing the build and deployment of the project, through all environments. They will contribute to key components and shared common services; undertake cross-functional engineering projects, working in small teams with other engineers in different knowledge spheres, building supportable, sustainable and reliable services.
Latest start date
Monday 11 November 2019
Expected contract length
18 months total. Initial 6 months, further period up to 12 months depending on needs& performance
Location
London
Organisation the work is for
Her Majesty's Passport Office
Maximum day rate
£650 - £750
About the work
Early market engagement
N/A
Who the specialist will work with
Specialist will be part of Public Protection Directorate Project team working closely with the Technical Lead. We expect the specialist to work collaboratively with existing in house project teams that are transforming the HMPO business processes/applications.
What the specialist will work on
SysOps Engineer skills required to build Dev environment, configure infrastructure. System provisioning & automation, monitoring, metrics, scalability, security and hardening. Overall responsibility for the projects Linux infrastructure in relation to common standards. Responsible for the health and upkeep of the critical services. Active on remediating any knowledge gaps between Developers and Operations Engineers. Automation of Linux, providing frictionless access to services to the rest of the Engineering organisation. Working alongside other engineers, providing the code, services and knowledge to deliver a smooth automation process from the start to the end of the project lifecycle. Working within security architecture guidelines.
Work setup
Address where the work will take place
Her Majesty's Passport Office, based in Victoria, Westminster and Croydon, with occasional travel across the UK.
Working arrangements
We expect the specialist to work collaboratively with existing in-house project teams that are transforming the HMPO business processes/applications. Service design and development must align with the HM Passport Office strategic technical architecture and technologies. Work is based in London and will involve the supplier being on site 5 days per week to work collaboratively with HMPO teams. Travel to regional sites to be agreed, expenses incurred from travel outside of the M25/Greater London will be subject to H.M. Passport Office Travel and Subsistence Policy.
Security clearance
DV Clearance is required for this role. Candidate can start with SC clearance and will upgrade to DV in post. HM Passport Office will support the clearance process.
Additional information
Additional terms and conditions
Breakpoints to assess progress and quality will be set by mutual agreement. We expect this engagement to be outside IR35; however status is assessed on a case-by-case basis. Standard Government Terms and Conditions for Expenses as covered in the DOS Contract.
Skills and experience
Essential skills and experience
Knowledge and experience of installation and management of hardware (servers, storage, routers etc.).
Knowledge of and experience with Docker, Postgres, and installation and management containers.
Knowledge of and experience with Git, Gitlab.
Experience of setting up secured infrastructure within AWS (EC2s), RDS, VPCs, Subnets, Security Group, VPN Access, 2FA.
Experience of setting up the CI/CD pipeline within AWS.
Reasonable fluency in at least one of: python, go, BASH.
Knowledge of IDS, HIDS, NIDS and security hardening.
Experience and knowledge of GNU/Linux.
Experience of configuration management tools (Puppet/Ansible).
Experience of designing and building the infrastructure in a data centre.
Nice-to-have skills and experience
Experience of windows server installation, management, patching, domain controller and HyperV.
Experience of Vmware, creating, deploying virtual machines via Vmware on bare metal. Installing and setup windows and ubuntu virtual machines.
Experience deploying, profiling, and debugging distributed systems
Ability to operate in small cross-functional engineering teams to build supportable, sustainable, and reliable services.
Experience of IP Networking and physical networks.
Experience of configuring and managing ELK.
Fluent in English and have good communication skills in order to discuss high level requirements with stakeholders, as well as have low level technical discussions as required.
Experience of installing, patching, managing Postgresql database clusters.
Have existing valid SC/DV clearance
How suppliers will be evaluated
How many specialists to evaluate
3
Cultural fit criteria
Work well in a team within our organisation.
Mentor members of the team.
Be transparent and collaborative when making decisions.
Have a flexible attitude and temperament.
Have a no-blame culture and encourage people to learn from their mistakes.
Must have experience working within a Scrum team.
Additional assessment methods
Interview
Evaluation weighting
Technical competence
60%
Cultural fit
15%
Price
25%
Important dates
Published
Tuesday 8 October 2019
Deadline for asking questions
Thursday 10 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Closing date for applications
Tuesday 15 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Overview
Specialist role
Business analyst
Summary of the work
will work on projects within the Immigration Portfolio which focus on improving the technology services used to deliver the visa and immigration service for the UK. Deliverables will include value streams, customer journeys, business processes, delivery roadmaps, volumetrics, business cases and user stories. run workshops, engage closely with business users.
Latest start date
Friday 4 October 2019
Expected contract length
up to 12 months
Location
London
Organisation the work is for
Home Office
Maximum day rate
£700 A DAY
About the work
Early market engagement
Who the specialist will work with
Home Office civil servants, contractors and suppliers. Other roles within the team: Back end and Front end developers, BA, Interaction Designer, User Researcher, DevOps, Technical Architect, Delivery Manager, Product Owner and Product Manager
What the specialist will work on
The vacancy is for a Business Analyst with experience working within Agile teams to develop business analysis products including user journeys, value streams, detailed process maps / operating procedures, well defined User Stories and acceptance criteria, in order to deliver a more efficient, user-focused service.
Work setup
Address where the work will take place
Metro Point, 49 Sydenham Road, Croydon, CR0 2EU
Working arrangements
onsite most days a week for face-to-face team meetings but option to work from home on occasion
Security clearance
applicants must have or obtain SC level security clearance.
Additional information
Additional terms and conditions
Skills and experience
Essential skills and experience
•Significant experience in Business Analysis (Minimum 5 years)
•Proven-Experience in decomposing and simplifying complex problems (National-Scale)
•Significant experience working with Senior Stakeholders with proven ability to influence and manage expectations on deliverables
•Epic and Story writing in accordance with standard Agile best-practice
•Data analysis and modelling experience
•Rules-Based Management System experience
•Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
•Experience working in an Agile environment
•Security Clearance
Nice-to-have skills and experience
•Experience working in the public sector
•Government Digital Service experience
How suppliers will be evaluated
How many specialists to evaluate
3
Cultural fit criteria
•Work as a team with our organisation and other suppliers
•Nurture more junior members of the team
•Transparent and collaborative when making decisions
•Have a flexible attitude
•Have a no-blame culture and encourage people to learn from their mistakes
•Be proficient at working in a flexible, agile environment
Additional assessment methods
Interview
Evaluation weighting
Technical competence
50%
Cultural fit
10%
Price
40%
Questions asked by suppliers
1. is there a current incumbent in this role?
no
2. We have a consultant with DBS but happy to under go SC. Will consultant be sponsored for SC clearance by the Home Office?
if required
3. Please could you advise on the latest start date as this currently states 4th October 2019.
apologies 4th November 2019
4. What is the IR35 Status?
outside of IR35
5. In our opinion, work experience is really what matter, However, do you require the individual to have any Business Analysis or Agile certification?
no certification required
Oct 08, 2019
6 Months or more
Important dates
Published
Tuesday 8 October 2019
Deadline for asking questions
Thursday 10 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Closing date for applications
Tuesday 15 October 2019 at 11:59pm GMT
Overview
Specialist role
Business analyst
Summary of the work
will work on projects within the Immigration Portfolio which focus on improving the technology services used to deliver the visa and immigration service for the UK. Deliverables will include value streams, customer journeys, business processes, delivery roadmaps, volumetrics, business cases and user stories. run workshops, engage closely with business users.
Latest start date
Friday 4 October 2019
Expected contract length
up to 12 months
Location
London
Organisation the work is for
Home Office
Maximum day rate
£700 A DAY
About the work
Early market engagement
Who the specialist will work with
Home Office civil servants, contractors and suppliers. Other roles within the team: Back end and Front end developers, BA, Interaction Designer, User Researcher, DevOps, Technical Architect, Delivery Manager, Product Owner and Product Manager
What the specialist will work on
The vacancy is for a Business Analyst with experience working within Agile teams to develop business analysis products including user journeys, value streams, detailed process maps / operating procedures, well defined User Stories and acceptance criteria, in order to deliver a more efficient, user-focused service.
Work setup
Address where the work will take place
Metro Point, 49 Sydenham Road, Croydon, CR0 2EU
Working arrangements
onsite most days a week for face-to-face team meetings but option to work from home on occasion
Security clearance
applicants must have or obtain SC level security clearance.
Additional information
Additional terms and conditions
Skills and experience
Essential skills and experience
•Significant experience in Business Analysis (Minimum 5 years)
•Proven-Experience in decomposing and simplifying complex problems (National-Scale)
•Significant experience working with Senior Stakeholders with proven ability to influence and manage expectations on deliverables
•Epic and Story writing in accordance with standard Agile best-practice
•Data analysis and modelling experience
•Rules-Based Management System experience
•Excellent communication skills (written and oral)
•Experience working in an Agile environment
•Security Clearance
Nice-to-have skills and experience
•Experience working in the public sector
•Government Digital Service experience
How suppliers will be evaluated
How many specialists to evaluate
3
Cultural fit criteria
•Work as a team with our organisation and other suppliers
•Nurture more junior members of the team
•Transparent and collaborative when making decisions
•Have a flexible attitude
•Have a no-blame culture and encourage people to learn from their mistakes
•Be proficient at working in a flexible, agile environment
Additional assessment methods
Interview
Evaluation weighting
Technical competence
50%
Cultural fit
10%
Price
40%
Questions asked by suppliers
1. is there a current incumbent in this role?
no
2. We have a consultant with DBS but happy to under go SC. Will consultant be sponsored for SC clearance by the Home Office?
if required
3. Please could you advise on the latest start date as this currently states 4th October 2019.
apologies 4th November 2019
4. What is the IR35 Status?
outside of IR35
5. In our opinion, work experience is really what matter, However, do you require the individual to have any Business Analysis or Agile certification?
no certification required
