Cyber Operations Developer

Cyber Operations Developer South West England

GCHQ
Full Time South West England 32092 GBP ANNUAL Today
Job description

Details

Reference number

290286

Salary

£32,092

Job grade

Executive Officer

Contract type

Permanent

Type of role

Other

Working pattern

Flexible working, Full-time, Part-time, Compressed Hours

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    About the job

    Benefits

    Things you need to know

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Location

South West England

About the job

Job summary

At GCHQ, we unlock the complex world of data and communications to keep the UK and its citizens safe, both in the real world and online. Working closely with our British Intelligence partners in MI5 and MI6, we use a broad spectrum of technologies to protect the UK from threats including serious organised crime, terrorism, and cyber-attacks. A role in GCHQ means you’ll have varied and fascinating work in a supportive and encouraging environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork.

Job description

Our Cyber Operations team use bespoke technology to legally infiltrate the computers of terrorists and criminals to discover and disrupt their plans and make an important contribution to keeping the nation safe. For those who are passionate about problem-solving, can think creatively to deliver solutions to complex challenges, this is a truly unique opportunity, which will give you the scope to do things that aren’t possible elsewhere.

Working at a deep technical level, you’ll focus on finding weaknesses in our targets’ network environments and software, and produce the tooling and bespoke solutions we need to exploit them. You’ll possess good technical aptitude, including knowledge of more than one programming language, plus a more general interest in computer networking and cyber security.

Person specification

You’re the type of person that relishes solving problems and are willing to experiment to find a solution in this fast-paced environment. You recognise the breadth of internet technologies, both the benefits and drawbacks. You’re able to grasp computing concepts and apply this knowledge to your work, along with integrity to always work lawfully and ethically.

The set of technologies we use is varied and constantly growing. As such, we don’t expect any one candidate to have had experience of web-based technologies but are looking for people who can demonstrate a good understanding of internet-based systems, an aptitude and desire to learn new skills and to solve interesting problems. You’ll be given an opportunity to demonstrate knowledge and understanding in one or more of the below specialisms or related fields:

  • Internet and network technologies, such as IP, TCP, UDP, HTTP, DNS, etc.
  • Windows and Linux operating system and security fundamentals.
  • General interest in technology, automation, and virtualisation.
  • Programming languages, such as Python, C++, Java, JavaScript, Rust, Assembly Languages – don’t exclude yourself here: if you know object – oriented scripting or low-level languages, they often provide commutable skill.
  • Software reverse engineering, static and dynamic analysis, debugging (IDA Pro, Ghidra).
  • Low level mobile development (Android or iOS).
  • General good software processes development processes – version control, debugging, code review.

We welcome applications if you have, or expect to obtain, a minimum 2:2 degree in a STEM subject and can demonstrate the ability to work within the areas detailed above, for example, through personal projects or degree-related study. We also welcome applications from experienced candidates who currently work within a related field, regardless of educational background.

Benefits

You’ll receive a starting salary of £32,092, plus other benefits including:

  • 25 days annual leave rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service and an additional 10.5 days public and privilege holidays
  • Opportunities to be recognised through our employee performance scheme
  • Interest-free season ticket loan (travel/parking)
  • Excellent pension scheme
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Facilities such as a restaurant and on-site coffee bar
  • Paid parental and adoption leave.

For further information on training and development, please refer to our careers site via the 'apply' button.

Things you need to know

Selection process details

Our recruitment process is fair, transparent, and based on merit. Here is a brief overview of each stage, in order:

  • Application sift stage, looking at motivation, technical aptitude for the role and the organisation
  • Online Interview stage, GCHQ competency Framework looking at how you apply your technical knowledge

Online Technical Interview stage, looking at the depth and breadth of your technical knowledge

Please note, you must successfully pass each stage of the process to progress to the next. Your application may take around 6 – 9 months to process including vetting, so we advise you to continue any current employment until you have received your final job offer.

To apply please follow the link to our careers site via the 'apply' button.


Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment.

Security

Successful candidates must undergo a criminal record check.
Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is developed vetting (opens in a new window).

See our vetting charter (opens in a new window).
People working with government assets must complete baseline personnel security standard (opens in new window) checks.

Medical

Successful candidates will be expected to have a medical.

Nationality requirements

Open to UK nationals only.

Working for the Civil Service

The Civil Service Code (opens in a new window) sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants.

We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission's recruitment principles (opens in a new window).
The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

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Contact point for applicants

Job contact :

Recruitment team

Cyber Operations Developer
GCHQ

www.gchq.gov.uk
Cheltenham, United Kingdom
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