> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1392388-systems-engineer-specialist](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1392388-systems-engineer-specialist). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer Specialist - **Company:** DAINTTA - **Location:** Cheltenham, UK - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Cyber Security, Software Tools, Systems Architecture, SC Clearance - **Published:** July 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.totaljobs.com/job/systems-engineer-specialist/daintta-job107733965 ## About the Role Daintta are a rapidly growing, values-driven team of specialists who work with government clients across Cyber Security, National Security, Law Enforcement, Telecommunications, Defence, Science and Technology. We are seeking a talented and motivated Systems Engineer or Technical Architect to join our team and contribute to our mission of protecting the UK by scoping, designing and delivering mission-critical solutions. In this role you will advise clients on technical delivery best practice and ensure that both Client and Daintta projects are delivered to conclusion., * Degree level educated or equivalent experience in a relevant technical domain * Strong technical ability and acumen to deep-dive into technical subject matter where appropriate * Experience of working within software, networking or cyber security domains * Experience of working in a Consultancy, large Systems Integrator or public sector organisation delivering complex products and services * Experience delivering projects as a to defence, government, national security or law enforcement organisations * Strong understanding of Engineering tools, standards, techniques and methodologies such as: delivery lifecycles including V-model, spiral and agile, technical risk management, system architectures, trading of technical options vs risk, cost & capability, requirements elicitation and management, modelling techniques, delivery assurance, IV&V, etc. * Excellent client-facing and internal communication skills * Outstanding organisational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking * Strong written and verbal communication skills, Due to the nature of this position, you must have and retain a minimum of SC clearance and be desirable to attain DV clearance. Strong preference is to hold an existing DV clearance. To qualify, as a minimum, you must be a British Citizen and have resided in the UK for the last 5 years. For more information about clearance eligibility, please see https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/united-kingdom-security-vetting ## Description * Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility * Identify key risks and critical objectives; develop engineering approaches and designs to drive out risk and ensure the solution is successful * Facilitate workshops and meetings such as risk analysis, pre-mortems, technical design workshops and requirements elicitation * Provide leadership to other engineers, including prioritisation of critical or high risk components * Design and plan the lifecycle approach for complex projects and programmes * Train and advise clients in Systems Engineering or Technical Architecture best practice * Organise and coordinate technical resources and third parties / vendors for the flawless execution of projects including delivery assurance and integration * Oversee the effective delivery of projects, ensuring they remain within scope and budget with managed risk * Creation and maintenance of engineering artefacts such as system models, plans, requirements, integration logic, test methodologies, etc. * Manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs with the help of appropriate verification techniques * Prepare reports and present them to senior management as needed * Maintain strong relations with the client and all stakeholders * Analyse and manage risks to minimise negative effect on a project * Build and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors * Prepare and review comprehensive project documentation ## Related Videos - [ Secure Code Superstars: Empowering Developers and Surpassing Security Challenges Together](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/422-secure-code-superstars-empowering-developers-and-surpassing-security-challenges-together) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Old tools, new tricks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1916-old-tools-new-tricks) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) ## Related Articles - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [UK Business Culture and Etiquette](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/326-uk-business-culture-and-etiquette)