Jobs in Newcastle

PhD Studentship - Computer Science: Empirical Security Assessment of AI Decision Engines in Cyber-Physical Systems

This PhD project focuses on developing a rigorous empirical framework to assess the security robustness, failure modes, and operational risks of AI decision engines in cyber-physical systems. The research will address critical gaps in the security of AI-driven systems in safety-critical environments, providing empirical evidence to support informed deployment decisions.

Newcastle University Newcastle upon Tyne, Northern England, United Kingdom £21 pa

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Senior Software Engineer

This role involves designing and building applications for complex Defence and National Security programmes, working across the full development lifecycle from proof of concept to production. Responsibilities include developing backend services, APIs, databases, and user interfaces, as well as deploying applications in cloud and on-premise environments. The role requires strong programming skills in C#, Java, or Python, experience with SQL databases, web frameworks, and cloud platforms like Azure and AWS.

FryerMiles Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom £65,000 – £90,000 pa

On-site Permanent Clearance Required

SOC Analyst

This role involves working at a 2nd Line level in a growing SOC, investigating and responding to security incidents, monitoring customer environments, and threat hunting using Microsoft security tools like Sentinel, Defender, and Entra. You'll also support vulnerability assessments, act as an escalation point, and contribute to improving SOC processes.

Reed Technology Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

SOC Analyst

This role involves investigating and responding to security incidents, monitoring customer environments, and proactively threat hunting using Microsoft security tools like Sentinel, Defender, and Entra. You will also support vulnerability assessments, act as an escalation point, and contribute to improving SOC processes and detection capabilities.

Reed Ne16Uf, United Kingdom £35,000 – £45,000 pa

SC Penetration Tester/ Ethical Hackerp.d OutsideIR35

Conduct penetration testing on public sector and critical national infrastructure systems within an SC-cleared environment. Focus on cloud platforms including Azure and AWS, as well as on-prem infrastructure and containerised environments like Kubernetes. Provide coaching and training support while working remotely with occasional site visits to Manchester, Newcastle, or the North West/North East.

SmartSourcing Ltd Manchester, United Kingdom £650 – £700 pd

IAM Consultant

This role involves working in complex IAM environments, providing L2/L3 support, managing identity lifecycles, and implementing cloud IAM solutions. You will be responsible for Active Directory, Microsoft Entra ID, MIM, and Okta integrations, with a focus on automation, optimization, and service improvement.

F5 London, United Kingdom £50,000 – £80,000 pa

Network Design Engineer - Aruba

This role involves designing and implementing complex network solutions, including voice, wireless, and security, using technologies from vendors like Aruba, Cisco, and Fortinet. Responsibilities include capturing customer requirements, managing technical direction, and ensuring successful project delivery and customer satisfaction.

HAYS Specialist Recruitment Leeds, United Kingdom £60,000 – £75,000 pa