29 technical assurance lead jobs found in Reading

Hays are now looking for an SC Cleared Technical Assurance Lead for one of our local clients: Up to £675 p/d Outside IR35 12 Month Contract 2 Days p/w in Reading, the rest is WFH Candidates must hold current SC Clearance Overview We are seeking an experienced Digital Assurance Lead to shape and enhance the client's digital assurance capability. You will define the assurance approach for a major programme, provide independent technical assurance, and help establish the strategic baseline required to support ongoing digital maturity. Key Responsibilities Develop and mature the client's digital assurance capability. Create and maintain the programme's assurance strategy and delivery plan. Lead assurance activities across programme capabilities, including design reviews and testing events. Provide clear, evidence-based assurance findings and recommendations. Produce strategic technical and assurance documentation to...

Hays are now looking for an SC Cleared Technical Assurance Lead for one of our local clients: Up to £675 p/d Outside IR35 12 Month Contract 2 Days p/w in Reading, the rest is WFH Candidates must hold current SC Clearance Overview We are seeking an experienced Digital Assurance Lead to shape and enhance the client's digital assurance capability. You will define the assurance approach for a major programme, provide independent technical assurance, and help establish the strategic baseline required to support ongoing digital maturity. Key Responsibilities Develop and mature the client's digital assurance capability. Create and maintain the programme's assurance strategy and delivery plan. Lead assurance activities across programme capabilities, including design reviews and testing events. Provide clear, evidence-based assurance findings and recommendations. Produce strategic technical and assurance documentation to establish and maintain the programme baseline....

Hays are now looking for an SC Cleared Technical Assurance Lead for one of our local clients: Up to £675 p/d Outside IR35 12 Month Contract 2 Days p/w in Reading, the rest is WFH Candidates must hold current SC Clearance Overview We are seeking an experienced Digital Assurance Lead to shape and enhance the client 's digital assurance capability. You will define the assurance approach for a major programme, provide independent technical assurance, and help establish the strategic baseline required to support ongoing digital maturity. Key Responsibilities Develop and mature the client 's digital assurance capability. Create and maintain the programme 's assurance strategy and delivery plan. Lead assurance activities across programme capabilities, including design reviews and testing events. Provide clear, evidence-based assurance findings and recommendations. Produce strategic technical and assurance documentation to...

Hays are now looking for an SC Cleared Technical Assurance Lead for one of our local clients: Up to £675 p/d Outside IR35 12 Month Contract 2 Days p/w in Reading, the rest is WFH Candidates must hold current SC Clearance Overview We are seeking an experienced Digital Assurance Lead to shape and enhance the client's digital assurance capability. You will define the assurance approach for a major programme, provide independent technical assurance, and help establish the strategic baseline required to support ongoing digital maturity. Key Responsibilities Develop and mature the client's digital assurance capability. Create and maintain the programme's assurance strategy and delivery plan. Lead assurance activities across programme capabilities, including design reviews and testing events. Provide clear, evidence-based assurance findings and recommendations. Produce strategic technical and assurance documentation to establish and maintain the programme baseline....

Technical Assurance Lead Contract | 12 months initial Location: Reading - 2 days per week onsite Rate: £500-£600 per day Outside IR35 Clearance: Active SC or DV Clearance I'm currently recruiting for a Technical Assurance Lead to join a specialist UK cyber and digital consultancy supporting a major international defence equipment programme. You'll play a key role in developing the client's Digital Assurance capability, setting the assurance strategy for the programme and establishing a strategic technical baseline across a complex, high-assurance defence environment. Key Responsibilities: Develop and mature the client's Digital Assurance capability Develop and implement the programme's assurance strategy and assurance plan Lead assurance activities across complex programme capabilities Provide technical assurance at formal design reviews and test events Provide robust professional feedback on technical designs and programme deliverables Produce strategic assurance...

Infrastructure Consultant (SC / DV) - 12 months - Outside IR35 - £500-£600/day A long-term contract opportunity for a Secure Infrastructure Consultant to lead secure network design and technical assurance for sensitive building environments. Key info (read carefully)   Contract: 12 months Rate (to candidate): £500-£600/day (Outside IR35) Working pattern: 2 days/week onsite (Reading area) Clearance: SC is mandatory; DV strongly preferred Nationality: Sole British only (no dual nationality) What you'll be doing   Owning technical assurance for secure infrastructure from design → installation → accreditation Leading assurance activity aligned to SCIDA requirements Advising on / assuring TEMPEST considerations for the building and installed systems Overseeing secure physical network installation and ensuring it meets required security standards Essential experience  ...

Infrastructure Consultant (SC/DV) - 12 months - Outside IR35 - £500-£600/day A long-term contract opportunity for a Secure Infrastructure Consultant to lead secure network design and technical assurance for sensitive building environments. Key info (read carefully) Contract: 12 months Rate (to candidate): £500-£600/day (Outside IR35) Working pattern: 2 days/week onsite (Reading area) Clearance: SC is mandatory; DV strongly preferred Nationality: Sole British only (no dual nationality) What you'll be doing Owning technical assurance for secure infrastructure from design installation accreditation Leading assurance activity aligned to SCIDA requirements Advising on/assuring TEMPEST considerations for the building and installed systems Overseeing secure physical network installation and ensuring it meets required security standards Essential experience Delivery of secure facilities/infrastructure in Defence or Critical National Infrastructure Practical working...

GRC / Risk & Assurance Consultants – Secure by Design (MOD) Multiple Contract Roles available Circa £600/day Outside IR35 Hybrid – Reading (1–2 days onsite) We are looking for experienced GRC, Risk & Assurance Consultants to to join a specialist consultancy delivering a major Defence programme in Reading. As a consultancy they work extensively with UK Government and Defence organisations, supporting the transformation of their operations, digital infrastructure and security capabilities. They are currently leading a number of high-profile cyber risk programmes, helping embed effective security risk management and assurance across complex digital and technology environments. As part of this engagement, you will work closely with security, architecture, engineering, delivery and governance stakeholders to embed Secure by Design principles, identify and manage cyber security risks, and provide assurance throughout the delivery lifecycle. WHAT WILL YOU DO?...

Systems Engineer - Modelling & Simulation x3 days p/w in Reading 6 Month intiial contract SC required to start - UKEO programme Rate open, outside IR35 Our client, a small defence engineering consultancy in the Defence & Security sector, is currently seeking a skilled professional in Modelling & Simulation for a contract role in Reading. Key Responsibilities: Lead the delivery of Modelling & Simulation (M&S) projects from concept through to deployment Design and develop simulation architectures, synthetic environments, and integrated simulation capabilities Enable interoperability between simulation systems, models, and wider technical ecosystems Support the integration of M&S solutions with Digital Engineering, Digital Twin, Digital Thread, and MBSE environments Contribute to Test & Evaluation, experimentation, and simulation-based testing activities Provide technical leadership, guidance, and assurance across client engagements Produce...

Systems Integration Architect x3 days p/w in Reading 6-month initial contract SC to start - UKEO programme Rates open, outside IR35 Our client, a small engineering consultancy in the defence and security sector, is seeking a Systems Integration Architect on a contract basis to join their team in Reading. This role involves hybrid working and offers a unique opportunity to contribute to large-scale digital transformation programmes. Key Responsibilities: Lead enterprise integration and architecture assessments across complex programmes. Develop and assess target-state architectures aligned to organisational and programme objectives. Evaluate current systems, technology, integration and data architectures. Identify architecture gaps, dependencies, interoperability challenges and opportunities for improvement. Provide expert guidance across Enterprise Architecture, Digital Engineering, Systems Engineering and MBSE. Assess how modelling, simulation, synthetic...

Test Manager (UAT & Operational Readiness) Telcommunications Location: Berkshire (Hybrid) Contract: OUTSIDE IR35 / Contract Opportunity Sector: Telecommunications We are looking for an experienced Test Manager to lead and coordinate end-to-end testing activities across a large-scale telecoms transformation programme. The successful candidate will oversee the planning, governance, execution and reporting of testing activities, ensuring quality and readiness throughout the delivery lifecycle. Working closely with project teams, business stakeholders and technical functions, you will drive collaboration across testing teams, manage risks and dependencies, and provide clear visibility of progress to programme leadership. This role requires a strong understanding of end-to-end testing methodologies, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and the ability to operate effectively within complex delivery environments. You will be comfortable working across multiple teams,...

Technical Delivery Manager Location: Central London (4 days on-site / 1 day remote) Rate: £500 - £550 per day - Outside IR35 Employment Type: Contract Clearance Requirement: Active DV Clearance (Sole UK Nationals only) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Technical Delivery Manager to join a pioneering team working on one of the UK's most significant AI initiatives within the Defence sector. In this role, you will be pivotal in driving the delivery of mission-critical systems built on a cutting-edge technical stack. Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams, product managers, and key stakeholders, you will ensure complex, high-stakes software solutions are delivered predictably, securely, and at pace. Key Responsibilities Technical Delivery & Agile Leadership: Lead agile delivery across multiple engineering workstreams, driving sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, and retrospectives. Architecture & Engineering...

Company Description HM Gov, UK, working in a high profile merging of two public bodies Role Description Lead Assurance Solution Architect. Overseeing and driving other suppliers to deliver merged solutions. Power Platform, M365, AI, etc. Whilst the technical knowledge and experience must be there, this tole is more about the need to be organisationally politically aware; able to drive collaboration between multiple suppliers who dont always see eye to eye, and be able to challenge firmly but fairly when necessary. Ability to build great relationships and trust is a must. Presence, seniority and gravitas. Ability to command the room. Active SC clearance is a must.

Test Lead - Technology Separation Contract: 6 months initially IR35: Outside IR35 Location: London or Manchester Working Pattern: Hybrid - 1-2 days per week onsite We're supporting a global pharmaceutical organisation through a major technology separation programme and are looking for an experienced Test Lead to join the team. This is a high-profile transformation programme involving the separation of complex technology estates, with a strong focus on operational readiness, security and TSA exit. The Role You'll establish the quality gates, validation strategies and compliance evidence required to demonstrate that separated technology estates are fully functional, secure and ready to operate independently. You'll provide the assurance and evidence required for senior stakeholders to confidently sign off the technology separation and TSA exit. Key Responsibilities Define and implement testing and validation strategies across separated...

Technical Delivery Manager Location: Central London (4 days on-site/1 day remote) Rate: £500 - £550 per day - Outside IR35 Employment Type: Contract Clearance Requirement: Active DV Clearance (Sole UK Nationals only) About the Role We are seeking an experienced Technical Delivery Manager to join a pioneering team working on one of the UK's most significant AI initiatives within the Defence sector. In this role, you will be pivotal in driving the delivery of mission-critical systems built on a cutting-edge technical stack. Working closely with cross-functional engineering teams, product managers, and key stakeholders, you will ensure complex, high-stakes software solutions are delivered predictably, securely, and at pace. Key Responsibilities Technical Delivery & Agile Leadership: Lead agile delivery across multiple engineering workstreams, driving sprint planning, daily stand-ups, backlog refinement, and retrospectives. Architecture & Engineering...

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead Infrastructure Build and Integration workstreams as part of a large-scale IT and digital transformation programme. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving delivery across both workstreams, working closely with technical architects, suppliers and key stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and transition into service. Contract details: £400 per day Outside IR35 6-month initial contract, with a rolling 12-month extension thereafter Hybrid working - 1 day per week on-site in London Key responsibilities: Take ownership of the Infrastructure Build and Integration workstreams, including delivery plans, dependencies, risks, governance and reporting. Coordinate internal teams, technical specialists and third-party suppliers to ensure delivery remains on track. Work closely with Solution, Technical, Infrastructure and Network Architects to translate technical requirements into clear and...

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead Infrastructure Build and Integration workstreams as part of a large-scale IT and digital transformation programme. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving delivery across both workstreams, working closely with technical architects, suppliers and key stakeholders to ensure successful implementation and transition into service. Contract details: £400 per day Outside IR35 6-month initial contract, with a rolling 12-month extension thereafter Hybrid working - 1 day per week on-site in London Key responsibilities: Take ownership of the Infrastructure Build and Integration workstreams, including delivery plans, dependencies, risks, governance and reporting. Coordinate internal teams, technical specialists and third-party suppliers to ensure delivery remains on track. Work closely with Solution, Technical, Infrastructure and Network Architects to translate...

Technical Solutions Architect - London £800 - £850 p/d (outside IR35) 3 month initial term Well-established, highly profitable and rapidly expanding engineering business is seeking an experienced Technical Solutions Architect to join them on a contract basis. Following a number of recent acquisitions, the organisation has an ambitious growth strategy with plans to acquire 8-10 businesses per year, creating significant demand for scalable, secure and standardised technology solutions. This is a key role within an organisation undergoing major digital transformation, where technology architecture will play a critical role in enabling growth, driving standardisation and supporting the successful integration of newly acquired businesses. Working closely with the Group IT Director and Enterprise Architect, you'll design and assure enterprise-scale solutions across cloud, infrastructure, applications, integration, data and security. You'll provide technical leadership across...

Project Manager (Document Controller) – Capital Projects / Construction / HV Electrical / AI Data Centre builds Outstanding opportunity for a Project Manager with document controlling experience on major capital projects. The is a standout chance to join the data centre construction revolution to support the future of AI. You’ll drive information governance across major Grid Connection Works, HV substations and large-scale electrical infrastructure projects . If you thrive in technical environments and bring a project-management mindset to controlling complex engineering deliverables, this role is for you. What you’ll lead: Full lifecycle document control across design, procurement, construction, commissioning and handover High-volume HV engineering deliverables: SLDs, schematics, protection & control docs, cable schedules, layouts, calculations, testing/commissioning packs and as-builts MDRs, SDRs, design registers and procurement trackers...

Job Title: Integrations Lead- Command & Control Programme Location: London Lambeth Office, UK (2Days/Week Onsite) Duration: 6Months+ Contract Rate: 400GBP/Day Outside IR35 Must have Active NPPV3 Start date: 1st September (or as soon after as possible) Initial contract for 6 months - role will be needed until end of programme in 2029 so excellent opportunity for long-term role Role profile: Responsible for the end-to-end delivery of all 54 integrations required for the C&C solution, acting as the single point of contact for all integration-related activities across the programme. Specifically, they will: Own integration planning, governance, dependencies, risks and delivery milestones, ensuring successful coordination across multiple suppliers and internal teams. Maintain the integration roadmap and working closely with Solution, Technical and Integration Architects, provide oversight and assurance of integration design, development,...