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GCHQ Jobs


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Date Posted 27th Jun 2008
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Salary: Competitive
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Cheltenham
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What makes this work so interesting? Working for Britain’s intelligence services. Contributing to the well-being and security of Britain. Pioneering/cutting-edge technology. Flexibility to be innovative and to use technology creatively. End-to-end delivery. High level of problem-solving. Customer liaison. Working in a large, diverse and technically ‘expert’ team, in a totally unique working culture. Training and development opportunities.

Career paths on technical or management routes. A friendly, helpful work environment. Continuous Personal Development plan with an established ‘Investor in People’. Support to study for professional qualifications, where applicable. Excellent conditions and benefits, including attractive pension options and competitive, annually reviewed salaries, plus flexible working policies.

GCHQ is a critical part of the UK’s intelligence and security service, working with MI5 and MI6 to counter threats to Britain. Home to one of Europe’s most powerful IT estates, we are a technologically driven organisation with some 1500 people working in a variety of teams within a major IT function.

Our Software team has two key roles. One is full life-cycle development and/or support of large computer systems, high-speed networks and database management systems. The other covers the acquisition of major IT systems, advanced computer technologies or new approaches to computer security. With large and small projects of various complexity, the work’s always interesting with plenty of scope for innovation.

There are opportunities to move into new areas and develop new skills in emerging technologies. You'll need experience in one or more of the following: Java, C++, J2EE, Weblogic, Oracle and C/UNIX; development/business analysis; OO analysis and design; implementation, integration and test.

You must be a British citizen with a good degree and/or postgraduate qualification in Computer Science or an IT-related subject, Electronics, Electrical & Electronic Engineering or Communications. Alternatively, a good HND/HNC with relevant work experience or significant experience, regardless of technical qualifications (for certain positions).

To apply please click the Apply Button below to visit www.gchq-careers.co.uk