Our client is seeking a Technical Project Manager to engage in projects that safeguard the nation. Working alongside the Head of Delivery, the Project Manager is responsible for delivering the strategic leadership of their projects, as well as implementing standard project controls and management tasks. You will bring an expertise in delivery of technical projects within National Security / Government environments and hold an active eDV clearance.Technical Project Manager- eDV clearedSalary - £70,000 - £85,000 + DV bonusLocation - CheltenhamClearance - eDVKey Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end project delivery, ensuring alignment with client objectives, timelines, and budgets.Work directly with clients to understand their requirements and turn them into delivery plans. Provide project planning and support on activities including bids and proposalsManage project governance, reporting, and risk management activities, ensuring robust decision-making and timely issue resolution.Foster strong relationships with key government stakeholders to understand and deliver on their unique requirements.Stakeholder communications for project planning, delivery, and maintenance. Skills required: Proven experience delivering projects within the national security, defence, or government sectorsExtensive experience in managing projects that range from conceptual research through to sub-system development, delivery, and support of programmes up to £5mProven experience in Research & Development, Product Development to Software and Solution Delivery. Experience working to Agile methodologies.Pre-sale / bid delivery experience and a thorough understanding of the business lifecyclePrevious experience of working within multi-disciplined projects Excellent Stakeholder management skillsAbility to create and lead positive working relationships with colleaguesYou will ideally hold a recognised project management qualification such as PRINCE2, PMP, or Agile PM. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Our client, a leading organisation within the national security sector, is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to play a key role across the Systems Development Lifecycle. This is a unique opportunity to work on highly impactful, mission-critical programmes that contribute directly to national security outcomes.You'll join a collaborative, forward-thinking engineering environment where innovation, quality, and continuous improvement are at the core of everything they do.Systems EngineerSalary: £90,000 - £100,000 + DV BonusClearance Required: eDVLocation: Cheltenham (Hybrid Working)What You'll Be Doing Driving Systems Engineering activities across the full V Lifecycle Providing architectural oversight, ensuring robust integration and test strategies Championing engineering best practices and process rigour to improve quality and delivery Applying systems thinking to shape and influence complex customer challenges Supporting delivery across a range of methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) Working closely with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-assurance solutions  Your Skills & Experience Strong understanding of the V Lifecycle Proven experience in architectural design oversight, integration, and testing Ability to implement engineering governance and improve quality standards Systems thinking mindset with the ability to solve complex problems Experience across multiple delivery methodologies Exposure to diverse client domains and relevant standards Key Requirements Ability to manage and influence multiple, challenging stakeholders Confidence engaging with C-suite, business, and technical audiences Strong working knowledge of ISO 15288 and IEC 61508 Experience within high-security or safety-critical environments  As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Good data engineering isn't just about moving data. It's about making it reliable, accessible and valuable when it matters most. Data Engineer - Defence & National Security Location: Blandford, Dorset (2-3 days on-site)Salary: £50,000-£75,000 per annumClearance: Must be eligible for high-level UK Government security clearanceLevel: Mid/Senior A specialist technology consultancy working across Defence and National Security is looking for an experienced Data Engineer to design and deliver secure, scalable data solutions supporting critical MOD programmes. You'll work closely with technical teams and customers, building robust data pipelines, improving data quality and helping shape how complex data is managed and used. What you'll be working on Designing and developing scalable ETL pipelines for complex datasets Building data solutions using Snowflake, Databricks, Python and SQL Developing data models to support analytics and operational decision-making Working with cloud platforms, including AWS and Azure Improving data quality, governance, integration and performance Supporting technical decisions and data engineering best practices Why it's worth a look Work on meaningful MOD programmes with genuine technical challenges Influence data architecture, tooling and engineering standards Flexible working, professional development, pension, healthcare and a collaborative engineering culture Must have: Strong commercial data engineering experience, hands-on Snowflake and Databricks, Python and SQL, ETL development and data modelling. Experience with cloud-based data platforms and data governance. Nice to have: Apache Airflow, Spark, AWS/Azure, data visualisation and experience delivering solutions within Defence or secure Government environments. Clearance: Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, candidates must be British citizens, have lived permanently in the UK for the last five years and be eligible to obtain high-level UK Government security clearance. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Building AI models is one thing. Getting them into production and delivering real impact is another. Lead Machine Learning Engineer - AI Location: Hybrid - UK (TBC)Salary: £60,000-£90,000 per annumClearance: Active UK Government security clearance requiredLevel: Lead A technology consultancy working across UK Government and National Security is looking for a Lead Machine Learning Engineer to design, develop and deploy advanced AI/ML solutions. You'll combine hands-on engineering with technical leadership, working on complex challenges where AI has a genuine real-world impact. What you'll be working on Designing, developing and deploying complex ML models into production Building MLOps pipelines covering CI/CD, monitoring and retraining Researching Generative AI technologies and developing proofs of concept Optimising and fine-tuning models for performance and scalability Integrating AI/ML solutions into existing secure systems Mentoring engineers and influencing technical decisions Why it's worth a look Ownership of AI/ML solutions from initial research through to production Meaningful Government and National Security projects with genuine technical challenges Private healthcare, funded certifications, paid study leave and flexible hybrid working Must have: Strong hands-on ML engineering experience, including production model deployment, MLOps, CI/CD and model monitoring. Broad knowledge of ML algorithms and frameworks, with experience providing technical leadership. Nice to have: Generative AI research, advanced prototyping, model fine-tuning and experience working within Government or National Security environments. Clearance: Due to the sensitive nature of the projects, candidates must already hold a high level of UK Government security clearance. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Our client, a leading consultancy, is looking for a Senior Project Manager to join a high-profile government programme spanning Central Government and Defence. You'll sit at the heart of large, complex technical projects, working alongside multi-disciplined delivery teams and senior client stakeholders to turn demanding requirements into dependable, high-quality outcomes.   Senior Project Manager - National Security & Defence Location: CheltenhamClearance: eDV requiredSalary: £70,000 - £90,000 + DV bonus + excellent benefits   About the Role Operating in fast-moving, high-impact environments, you'll have genuine ownership of how projects are delivered. You'll balance commercial oversight, stakeholder engagement and team leadership, and shape the delivery approach to suit each programme rather than following a fixed template. Responsibilities include: Owning end-to-end delivery of projects to agreed budget, timescales, quality and scope. Working directly with clients to understand their needs and convert them into clear delivery plans. Combining traditional project management disciplines with agile and scaled agile practices. Leading and directing delivery teams, building an environment where they can perform at their best. Running governance, reporting and risk management, with timely issue resolution and escalation. Acting as the primary point of engagement for customer and partner relationships. Contributing project planning and delivery input to bids and proposals. Continually reviewing progress and adapting methods to fit the project in hand. Required Skills: Experience delivering technical projects in government agencies or similar organisations. A track record managing projects from conceptual research through to sub-system development, delivery and ongoing support, on programmes up to £5m. A solid understanding of agile principles and experience working in agile delivery environments. Experience within multi-disciplined project teams. Commercial awareness, including budget tracking, risk management and forecasting. Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the confidence to handle difficult conversations and resolve conflict. Ideally, a recognised project management qualification such as PRINCE2, PMP or Agile PM. Security Clearance Due to the nature of the client's work, candidates must currently hold eDV clearance. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Our client is a leading cyber security services provider. They are hiring a Senior Incident Response Investigator to lead investigations into targeted attacks for UK defence industry clients and to help shape the growth of their incident response practice. Senior Incident Response Investigator Location - Remote UK plus travel to client sitesSalary - £80,000 - £100,000 + bonusClearance - MOD DV required You'll sit between deep technical investigation and boardroom communication: finding out how attackers got in, then explaining what it means for the business in language senior leaders can act on.What you'll do Lead incident response investigations for client organisations and deliver high-quality reports with clear findings and guidanceMaintain target utilisation on chargeable client projectsProduce technical content (research, blogs, thought leadership) to a publishable standardSupport Incident Readiness work, including tabletop exercises, client training and playbook creation, when not on live investigationsMentor junior team members and advise on current industry trendsSupport delivery and growth of the wider practice  About youEssential Chartered Cyber Security Professional (ChCSP) statusExperience investigating targeted attacks across large enterprise networksStrong knowledge of client-server infrastructure, security architecture, logging and alerting across multiple operating systemsNetwork forensics, including packet-level analysisFile-system analysis and extraction of common disk-based indicators of compromiseWindows, Linux and/or macOS internals, with knowledge of key system artefacts for eachMemory analysis Ability to explain the NIST incident response phases and work with the MITRE ATT&CK Enterprise frameworkUnderstanding of threat actor motivations and methods, and how systems are exploitedExcellent communication, from technical practitioners to executive boards  Desirable Malware analysis Scripting in Python, Ruby, PowerShell or BashExperience with common cloud technologies  If you're DV cleared and ready to lead investigations that matter, apply today or message Rob Wall at FR Secure for a confidential conversation. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

I’m supporting a growing secure engineering team in Cheltenham looking for people with strong infrastructure fundamentals who want to move further into Cloud, DevOps and Platform Engineering. Infrastructure Engineer → DevOps (eDV) – Cheltenham Location: CheltenhamWorking pattern: Predominantly on-site / high-sideLevel: Mid-level through to SeniorClearance: Active eDV / green badge required If you’re coming from an Infrastructure or SysAdmin background and DevOps has gradually become more and more of your job, this one should feel familiar. You might already be working with Linux, automation, cloud and Infrastructure as Code, but still find that too much of your day is spent on BAU support. This role is about making the move properly. I’m supporting a growing secure engineering team in Cheltenham looking for people with strong infrastructure fundamentals who want to move further into Cloud, DevOps and Platform Engineering. What you’ll be working with Linux AWS / Azure Terraform Ansible / Puppet Bash / Python CI/CD Docker / Kubernetes Monitoring and observability Infrastructure as Code Secure cloud and infrastructure environments You don’t need to already have the perfect “DevOps Engineer” title. What matters is that you’re technically solid, already comfortable working high-side, and have started moving towards automation and modern cloud engineering. Why it’s worth a look Genuine route from Infrastructure into DevOps More automation, less repetitive BAU Strong exposure to Cloud and Platform Engineering Smaller, collaborative technical teams Clear progression as your capability grows Secure engineering work where breadth is genuinely valued This isn’t a remote-first role. You’ll need to be comfortable working on-site in Cheltenham in secure environments. You’ll also need to already hold an active eDV / green badge. If you’re ready to move from traditional Infrastructure into a more modern DevOps remit, this is well worth a conversation. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

I’m currently supporting multiple hires across specialist SMEs, engineering-led consultancies and established secure technology teams. Cloud, DevOps, Platform & SRE Engineers – National Security Locations: Opportunities across all compass points, including London, Cheltenham/Gloucester, Bristol, Hampshire and ManchesterLevel: Mid-level through to Senior / LeadClearance: Active DV / eDV required across the majority of roles If you’re already working high-side across Cloud, DevOps, Platform or SRE and want a clearer view of what’s actually moving across the National Security market, this is the easiest place to start. I’m currently supporting multiple hires across specialist SMEs, engineering-led consultancies and established secure technology teams. Different organisations. Different working patterns. Different stages of growth. The common thread is strong engineering, modern tooling and the chance to keep broadening your remit rather than getting stuck in one narrow programme. Current demand Cloud Engineering – AWS / Azure, secure cloud, IaC DevOps / DevSecOps – Terraform, CI/CD, automation, Linux Platform Engineering – Kubernetes, containers, platform tooling SRE – observability, reliability, performance and automation Senior / Lead roles – broader technical ownership, mentoring and architecture Why engineers are moving The conversations I’m having are usually less about salary and more about: stronger engineering culture more ownership broader technical exposure clearer progression better access to senior technical people more flexibility where programmes allow We’ve already helped engineers move into several of these teams, so I can give you a view based on what people actually tell us after joining, not just what’s written in a JD. Clearance Most of these roles support live National Security programmes, so active DV or eDV clearance is typically required. If you’re already cleared and curious about what else is out there, send me your profile and I’ll give you a straight view of where your background is likely to fit. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

I’m supporting a growing National Security consultancy in London that’s continuing to build out its Cloud and DevOps capability across live programmes, with opportunities spanning SFIA 3–5.   Mid-to-Senior Cloud / DevOps Engineer (eDV) – London Location: LondonLevel: SFIA 3–5Clearance: Active eDV requiredFocus: AWS / Cloud / DevOps / Platform Engineering You’re used to working high-side, you’re technically solid, and you probably already know your way around secure delivery. The question is whether your current role is still moving you forward. I’m supporting a growing National Security consultancy in London that’s continuing to build out its Cloud and DevOps capability across live programmes, with opportunities spanning SFIA 3–5. This is a good fit for engineers who want to stay hands-on, broaden their technical exposure and progress towards Senior, Lead or Architecture-level responsibilities without having to leave the business to do it. What you’ll be working with AWS Terraform Kubernetes / Docker Linux CI/CD Python / Bash Infrastructure as Code Secure cloud and platform environments You’ll be working across high-side environments where reliability, automation and secure delivery genuinely matter. The team is smaller and more modern than many of the larger secure consultancies, with strong access to technical leadership and scope to take on more ownership as your capability grows. Why it’s worth a look Clear SFIA-led progression Strong AWS / DevOps engineering focus Live National Security programmes Broader exposure than sitting on one narrow account Better hybrid flexibility than much of the secure market Strong feedback from engineers we’ve already introduced and placed into the team Active eDV clearance is required. If you’re already working high-side in London and want somewhere that keeps stretching you technically, this is well worth a conversation. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

A leading national security technology organisation is looking for a Delivery Lead to take ownership of delivery performance across a high-profile Central Government and Law Enforcement account. Delivery Lead - Central Government & Law Enforcement Location: London & SE Clearance: SC clearance required Salary: £90,000 - £110,000 + excellent package  This is a senior, highly visible role where you'll be the person customers and leadership trust to deliver. What you'll do Own delivery commitments to customers and the business, and be the escalation point for every delivery on the account. Keep delivery confidence high across all portfolios by spotting, mitigating and minimising risks and issues early. Produce accurate revenue forecasts (monthly, quarterly and annual), with a clear narrative on risks and opportunities. Hit or beat forecast by increasing utilisation and productivity. Make sure people, space, IT, security and tooling needs are represented in the Integrated Business Planning process, escalating by impact. Increase profitability and margin while maximising staff utilisation. Drive continuous improvement through a prioritised backlog of efficiency and effectiveness gains. Support the Account Lead as a growth accelerator, using your relationships and knowledge in Central Government and Law Enforcement to open up new portfolio opportunities. Give leadership the accurate, insightful information they need to make confident, risk-based decisions. What you'll bring A strong P3M background (project, programme or portfolio) within UK Central Government and/or Law Enforcement. A solid understanding of how effective business operations run. Experience supporting bids, leading teams and managing a wide range of stakeholders. Why apply? Senior influence, a mission-led environment and the chance to shape growth on a strategic national security account. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Are you a Data Scientist who is looking to get involved in projects and data relating to our national security? Data Scientist (AI/ML) Location: London, Surrey, Cheltenham or ManchesterClearance: Active eDV Clearance RequiredSalary: £50,000-£85,000 per annum + DV Bonus If you're tired of building models that never leave the notebook, this one goes live. You'd join a specialist security and intelligence consultancy that works on live government programmes, putting ML into operational systems that analysts and mission teams use every day. You'll sit in a small, multi-disciplinary agile team with data engineers, software engineers and the end users themselves, so you see what your work changes. You won't be "the data person" bolted onto someone else's delivery team. You'll help shape the AI/ML approach, get close to the customer, and have a say in how models are built, validated and deployed in secure environments. What you'll be working on ML and NLP models for intelligence data: pattern detection, data matching, anomaly spotting Automated triage and analysis of large, messy, multi-source datasets (sensor, geospatial, comms) Graph analytics and time-series work Data and ML pipelines built for production, not demos Dashboards and tools that non-technical users can act on Python (Pandas, scikit-learn, PyTorch/TensorFlow), Spark and AWS   Why it's worth a look Real operational deployment, not endless proofs of concept Direct contact with the people using what you build Room to lead on AI/ML strategy and best practice as you grow Must have: Experience of Python-based data science and ML, and some exposure to NLP or graph analytics. Comfortable with sensitive data. Able to explain complex analysis to non-specialists. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

A defence and national security consultancy is looking for a senior engineer to own the design of its cloud-native data platforms Title: Data Engineer Location: London, Cheltenham, Manchester or SurreySalary: £55,000 - £85,000 plus DV bonusClearance: Active eDV requiredLevel: Mid/Senior Tired of keeping pipelines alive? Move into a role where you own the architecture. The customers are in Defence, Government and National Security, and the datasets are big, messy and multi-source. You'll work closely with data scientists, software engineers and architects, and directly with the client, so you always know what the platform is for. What you'll be working on Data platforms and pipelines, batch and streaming, built for scale Data lakes and cloud-native architecture on AWS or Azure Ingesting and integrating data from lots of different sources Data foundations for analytics, AI and ML workloads DevSecOps and Infrastructure as Code Python, SQL, Spark, Docker, Kubernetes and CI/CD   Why it's worth a look Real influence over how platforms get designed and built Close to the customer and the decision-makers Exposure to AI/ML workloads, not just moving data from A to B   Must have: commercial data engineering experience, strong Python and SQL, hands-on Spark, and cloud-native platform experience on AWS or Azure. Comfortable with Docker, Kubernetes and CI/CD. Nice to have: data modelling and metadata management, AI/ML pipelines and feature engineering. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Are you a Business Analyst who's operated inside UK government, defence, or intelligence environments? This is a rare opportunity to join a growing consultancy at the forefront of secure digital delivery, in a brand-new position with real influence from day one. Business Analyst   Location - Milton Keynes or Cheltenham (hybrid)Salary - £65,000 - £85,000 + DV Bonus + benefitsClearance - You are required to hold an active eDV level security clearance. The opportunityYou won't be filling a seat. You'll be shaping how complex, mission-critical products get built, working directly with customers and delivery teams to translate classified operational needs into outcomes that matter. You'll be embedded in Agile delivery teams, working directly with customers, product owners, and technical specialists to translate complex mission needs into clear, actionable outcomes. This isn't a back-office BA role, you'll be hands-on, visible, and central to delivery. From requirements discovery and backlog management to stakeholder workshops and continuous improvement, you'll own the full analysis lifecycle in one of the most operationally significant delivery environments in the UK. Role duties Lead requirements discovery - eliciting, analysing, and validating business, user, data, and technical needs across complex delivery programmes.Write sharp user stories, acceptance criteria, and process maps that engineering, design, and data teams can actually work from.Own and continuously refine product backlogs, supporting prioritisation with product owners based on mission value and delivery constraints. Run stakeholder workshops and governance forums, turning competing views into shared understanding and clear decisions.Sit at the centre of Agile ceremonies, sprint planning, refinement, reviews, retros and drive continuous improvement in how teams work. Bridge the gap between business intent and technical delivery, managing dependencies, assumptions, and requirements changes throughout.  Essential skills/experience Experience working in UK Security & Intelligence, defence, or classified government environments.Business analysis, product management, and Agile delivery across multidisciplinary teams.Hands-on Scrum or Kanban delivery, sprint ceremonies, backlog refinement, reviews and retrospectives.Ability to engage, challenge, and facilitate across technical and non-technical stakeholders.Comfortable working alongside software engineering, data, DevOps, and UX teams.Workflow analysis, business rules capture, and requirements traceability through change control. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Our client is looking for several Systems Engineers to take technical ownership of complex projects and programmes from scoping through to integration and assurance. This is a client-facing role. You'll set the technical direction, run the workshops that get stakeholders aligned, and make sure delivery stays on time, on budget and de-risked. Systems Engineer - National Security Location - Cheltenham Clearance - eDV required Contract - Excellent day rateDuration - 6 months plus extension What you'll be doingDefining and designing Scoping projects with stakeholders and confirming technical feasibilityDesigning the full lifecycle approach for complex projects and programmesRunning requirements elicitation, technical design, risk analysis and pre-mortem workshops Delivering and assuring Coordinating internal teams, third parties and vendors through delivery, integration and assuranceKeeping projects within scope and budget, managing risk and controlling changes to scope, schedule and cost using appropriate verification techniquesProducing and maintaining Systems Engineering artefacts: SEMPs, system models, plans, requirements, integration logic and test methodologies Advising and communicating Coaching and advising clients on Systems Engineering best practiceBuilding strong relationships with clients, stakeholders and vendorsReporting to and presenting for senior management  What you'll bringEssential Experience as a Systems Engineer in software, networking, digital or cyber securityBackground in a consultancy, large systems integrator or public sector organisation delivering complex products and servicesWorking knowledge of SE tools, standards and methods: V-model, spiral and agile lifecycles, technical risk management, options trade-offs (risk vs cost vs capability), requirements management, modelling, delivery assurance and IV&VTechnical depth to get into the detail when neededExcellent written, verbal and client-facing communicationStrong organisation and attention to detail, with the ability to juggle multiple workstreamsDegree or equivalent experience Desirable Systems Engineering delivery for defence, government, national security or law enforcement clientsSE accreditation (e.g. INCOSE) or a project management qualification  Interested?Apply here or message Rob Wall directly for a confidential conversation. Not quite the right fit? We're always keen to hear from cleared Systems Engineers, so get in touch. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

We are working with a leading consultancy who are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their team on a high-profile government programme. This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of large, complex technical projects and play a key role in driving outcomes across Central Government and Defence. Senior Project Manager -  National Security & Defence Location: London (Hybrid Working)Clearance Required: eDV clearanceSalary - £75,000 -£90,000 + DV bonus + excellent benefits The RoleAs a Senior Project Manager, you'll be responsible for ensuring successful project delivery from end to end. You'll lead teams, manage stakeholders, and adapt delivery methods to fit the needs of fast-moving and high-impact technology projects.Key responsibilities include: Lead end-to-end project delivery, ensuring alignment with client objectives, timelines, and budgets.Work directly with clients to understand their requirements and turn them into delivery plans.Provide project planning and support on activities including bids and proposalsManage project governance, reporting, and risk management activities, ensuring robust decision-making and timely issue resolutionManaging customer and partner relationships, acting as a key point of engagement.Applying agile and scaled agile practices, alongside traditional project management methods.Providing strong leadership and direction to delivery teams.  Essential experience: Background in delivering technical projects within government agencies or similar organisations.Extensive experience in managing projects that range from conceptual research through to sub-system development, delivery, and support of programmes up to £5m.Strong understanding of agile principles.Previous experience of working within multi-disciplined projectsExcellent stakeholder engagement and conflict resolution skills.Commercial awareness across budgets, risk management, and forecasting.Ability to build, lead, and motivate high-performing delivery teams.You will ideally hold a recognised project management qualification such as PRINCE2, PMP, or Agile PM.  Due to the nature of the client's work, you are required to hold a high level of security clearanceAs an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Are you a cyber security professional looking to take ownership of security engineering work packages for a growing consultancy operating in the defence and national security space? Cyber Security EngineerSalary - £35,000 - £55,000 + excellent benefitsLocation - Cheltenham Clearance - Due to the secure nature of this position, candidates must hold or be eligible to obtain eDV Security Clearance.This is an opportunity to work across risk assessment, security architecture, and incident response, playing a central role in protecting critical digital assets and sensitive information. The RoleAs a Cyber Security Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in safeguarding the organisation's digital assets and ensuring the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of sensitive information. You'll implement and manage robust security measures, conduct risk assessments, and respond to security incidents, with genuine scope to shape and grow the wider cyber security capability. Key Responsibilities Deliver Cyber Security work packages for clients and internal delivery programmesDevelop Security Management PlansUnderstand and define capability context; perform Risk AssessmentsDefine and architect Security ControlsPlan Vulnerability Management activityDevelop Key/Certificate Management PlansProduce Security Case ReportsWrite clear, concise security policies and proceduresContribute to the ongoing development of the wider cybersecurity capability  What You'll Need Proven experience in cyber security roles, with a focus on security engineeringStrong understanding of networking, systems, and application securityKnowledge of security frameworks and standards (ISO 27001, NIST, etc.)Proficiency with security tools and technologiesExcellent problem-solving and analytical skillsStrong communication and collaboration skills As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.