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Defence and National Security

Build a career that supports the UK's most important missions

The Defence and National Security sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, creating exciting opportunities for technology professionals who want to work on some of the UK's most innovative and high-impact programmes.

Whether you're a software developer, cloud architect, cyber security specialist, data professional, AI expert, business analyst or programme delivery professional, you could be helping to develop cutting-edge capabilities that support the UK's most important missions. Your next career move could help shape the future of Defence, Government and National Security.

Why Choose Experis?

154+ Opportunities

New roles are being added across Experis on an ongoing basis.

43 Active Clients

Currently hiring through our extensive talent network.

15 Days

Average time to offer. Helping you move
quickly.

33 Weeks

Average Assignment Length. Long-term opportunities.

2 Assignments

Per Candidate. Average completed assignments across our network.

Looking for your next role or exploring new opportunities? Our Defence and National Security team is here to support your career journey. At Experis, we'll help you take the next step in your career by connecting you with exclusive security-cleared opportunities across the UK. You'll gain access to leading Defence and Government organisations, expert guidance throughout the vetting process, and specialist recruiters who understand your skills, ambitions and clearance requirements.

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Security Cleared Opportunities

If you already hold active SC, DV or eDV clearance, or are eligible to obtain it, we can connect you with opportunities across technology, cyber, cloud, data, architecture, project delivery and digital transformation programmes within Defence, Government and National Security.

Holding active clearance can open the door to a wider range of opportunities, and our extensive network helps professionals build valuable experience across a variety of programmes and organisations.

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Where Could Your Skills Take You?

Find jobs across the UK in Defence, Government and National Security programmes spanning Air, Land, Sea, Space, Cyber and Intelligence.

Wherever your expertise lies, you'll have the opportunity to work with leading technologies, solve complex challenges and contribute to programmes that make a real difference.

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Work on next-generation aerospace and defence technologies.

Join teams developing advanced digital capabilities that support modern air operations and future aerospace innovation.

Opportunities for:

  • Software Developers

  • AI & Data Specialists

  • Cyber Security Professionals

  • Cloud Engineers & Architects

  • Systems Integration Specialists

  • UAV & Autonomous Technology Experts

Develop technologies that support mission-critical operations on the ground.

Apply your skills to advanced digital platforms, intelligent systems and next-generation land capabilities.

Opportunities for:

  • Software Engineers

  • AI & Data Specialists

  • Cyber Security Professionals

  • Systems Architects & Integrators

  • Robotics & Autonomous Systems Experts

  • Intelligence & C4ISR Specialists

Help shape the future of the UK's rapidly growing space sector.

Work on cutting-edge technologies powering communications, intelligence and space-based capabilities.

Opportunities for:

  • Software Developers

  • AI & Data Professionals

  • Cyber Security Specialists

  • Satellite & Space Technology Experts

  • Secure Communications Specialists

  • Systems Architects & Integrators

Protect critical systems and help organisations stay ahead of evolving threats.

Join teams working across cyber operations, intelligence and national security programmes.

Opportunities for:

  • Cyber Security Engineers & Analysts

  • SOC & SIEM Specialists

  • Secure Cloud & DevSecOps Engineers

  • Data & AI Specialists

  • Intelligence & SIGINT Professionals

  • Network Security Experts

Use technology to transform public services and deliver national impact.

Opportunities for:

  • Digital Transformation Professionals

  • Cloud Engineers & Architects

  • Cyber Security Specialists

  • Data & AI Professionals

  • Business Analysts

  • Project & Programme Managers

  • Service Designers

  • Solution & Enterprise Architects

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Your Skills. Your Career. Real Impact.

The work is meaningful. The challenges are complex. The impact is real.

As a software developer, cyber security specialist, cloud architect, data professional or project leader, there's never been a better time to apply your skills to programmes that deliver real impact. At Experis, we'll help you find opportunities that match your skills, ambitions and security clearance, connecting you with organisations where you can grow your career and make a meaningful contribution.

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Frequently Asked Questions

By joining our talent community, you'll gain access to exclusive opportunities, industry insights and specialist recruiters who understand the security-cleared market. We'll match you with roles that align with your skills, experience and career goals.

Many roles are open to candidates who are eligible to obtain clearance, even if they don't currently hold it.

We work with organisations across Defence, Government and National Security that actively seek cleared professionals.

Not necessarily. Many employers value transferable skills from commercial industries and wider public sector organisations.

Our specialist recruiters can guide you through the recruitment and clearance process.

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