Latest Defence Jobs

Senior Software Engineer - eDV Cleared

This role involves working as a Senior Software Engineer within a globally leading national security organisation, contributing to the full software development lifecycle in an agile environment. You will design and deliver custom software solutions, mentor junior developers, and collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers. The role requires handling sensitive projects and demands prior experience in automation and modern software architectures.

Searchability NS&D London, United Kingdom £45,000 – £100,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

SOC Engineer Automation

This role involves designing and developing automation solutions, CI/CD pipelines, and data-driven reporting tools to enhance the efficiency and maturity of a Security Operations Centre. The engineer will integrate AI-assisted practices, work with Azure cloud services, and build scalable engineering workflows using Python, PowerShell, and Azure DevOps. Collaboration with security and operational teams is key to improving detection engineering and cyber defence capabilities in a national security context.

Sopra Steria Farnborough, GU14 7JT, United Kingdom £60,000 – £65,000 pa

Security Architect - DV Cleared

This role involves leading the design and implementation of end-to-end security architectures for mission-critical defence systems within a highly regulated government environment. The Security Architect will develop high-level designs, conduct risk assessments, and ensure compliance with MOD security policies and accreditation standards. Close collaboration with technical and assurance teams is required to embed secure-by-design principles across the solution lifecycle.

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler Cliddesden, Hampshire, RG25 2JJ, United Kingdom £700 – £750 pd

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Cyber Assurance Consultant

This role involves conducting cyber risk assessments, information assurance, and security governance in high-assurance environments across defence, government, and critical infrastructure. You'll work directly with customers and technical teams to evaluate threats, vulnerabilities, and security designs, translating technical findings into business-relevant risk insights. The role supports secure-by-design practices, accreditation activities, and security strategy across major programmes, with opportunities for progression into leadership and architecture roles.

Rebel Recruitment Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom £65,000 – £120,000 pa

Senior IT Security Analyst / Engineer

This role involves leading and operationalising key cybersecurity domains such as endpoint, network, and identity security, with a strong focus on hands-on management of tools like CrowdStrike and Zscaler. The analyst will conduct vulnerability assessments, threat-informed remediation, and incident response, using attacker behaviour and MITRE ATT&CK to prioritise actions. Collaboration with infrastructure, cloud, and identity teams ensures continuous improvement of the organisation's cyber defence posture through automation, detection tuning, and security investigations.

Prime Personnel UK Victoria, Greater London, London, SW1P 1BX, United Kingdom £75,000 – £90,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Interim Cyber Security Officer

This role involves providing senior-level technical leadership for a Security Operations Centre, with a focus on enhancing capabilities in endpoint detection and response using CrowdStrike Falcon and Splunk Enterprise Security. The candidate will lead configuration, incident response, threat hunting, and SOAR automation, while mentoring internal teams and improving security monitoring. The position requires deep expertise in EDR, SIEM, and security orchestration within a hybrid working environment in London.

Alois Technologies Limited London, United Kingdom £400 – £500 pd

Cyber Security Contractors - SC Cleared

Act as a cyber security contractor on a long-term government programme, delivering specialist expertise in cloud security, threat intelligence, security operations, or information assurance. Work remotely across the UK with occasional site visits, supporting secure-by-design architecture, threat analysis, and compliance activities within a complex environment.

Matchtech London, United Kingdom £594 pd

Security Architect - DV cleared

This role involves providing expert security assurance and guidance on Managed Service Provider designs within a highly sensitive defence programme. The Security Architect will review security compliance, challenge design decisions, and ensure alignment with MOD standards in a secure environment. It is a hands-on position requiring deep technical knowledge and strong stakeholder engagement.

CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler Basingstoke, Hampshire, United Kingdom £750 – £850 pd

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Software Engineer

Design and develop secure digital solutions in highly protected environments using Kotlin, Jetpack Compose, Rust, Python, or Go. Collaborate on backend systems, containerised deployments, and CI/CD pipelines while working within strict security protocols. The role involves rapid prototyping, code reviews, and maintaining applications that support critical national operations.

Addition Cheltenham, United Kingdom £65,000 – £70,000 pa

Security Architect (OT, IT, Network and Physical)

Design and own the security architecture for an autonomous maritime platform, integrating OT, IT, network, and physical security domains. Partition systems into zones and conduits per IEC 62443, define trust boundaries, access controls, and resilient command links, and produce high- and low-level design artifacts. Support threat modelling, risk assessment, and formal design reviews within a defence-critical environment.

Expleo Bristol, Bristol (county), United Kingdom

Cloud Native DevOps Engineer- SC Cleared

This role involves designing and building cloud solutions using AWS and DevOps best practices, managing scalable infrastructure with Kubernetes, Terraform, and CloudFormation, and working directly with clients and project teams to deliver high-impact, mission-critical projects in the Defence and National Security sector.

Searchability NS&D London, United Kingdom £45,000 – £100,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

T2 SOC Analyst

A Tier 2 SOC Analyst role in a high-profile UK security organisation, focused on investigating and responding to medium and high-severity incidents, improving detection logic, and mentoring junior analysts. The position operates within a 24/7 SOC protecting sensitive environments, using SIEM, EDR, and other security tools to conduct in-depth analysis and support threat intelligence. The role follows a 3-on/3-off shift pattern after an initial onboarding period.

Oscar Technology Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom £50,000 pa

Delivery Team Security Lead (Security Assurance Coordinator)

This role involves leading security assurance for Navy Digital's digital and information security services, with a focus on maritime and defence environments. The individual will coordinate through-life security activities, develop accreditation strategies, and produce key information assurance deliverables such as RMADS and DPIAs. They will act as a central point for cyber risk management and interface with MoD stakeholders to ensure compliance with security policies and standards.

Carbon 60 Garelochhead, Dunbartonshire, United Kingdom

On-site Contract Clearance Required

Cyber Security Engineer

This role involves active monitoring, investigation, and response to cyber threats across endpoints, identity, email, and cloud services using tools like Microsoft Defender, Rapid7 SIEM, and Sophos. The engineer will triage incidents, perform root cause analysis, and improve detection rules and security posture. Collaboration with IT teams and contribution to security awareness and compliance initiatives are key aspects of the position.

Foresters Financial Br29Bf, United Kingdom £60,000 pa

Lead Security Architect

This role involves leading the design and assurance of secure architectures for complex, mission-critical systems, with a focus on embedding security across cloud, infrastructure, and DevSecOps environments. The Lead Security Architect will guide multidisciplinary teams, produce compliance evidence, and ensure secure-by-design principles are applied from inception through delivery. It requires deep technical expertise in security frameworks and strong collaboration with engineering and accreditation bodies.

Talent Locker Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 7JT, United Kingdom £80,000 – £90,000 pa

Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required