ICT Complex Projects - Command Systems

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Who Speclialist Work With Navy Command HQ Information Warfare team What Specialists Work On Provide digital programme management for programmes and projects assigned by the Authority to deliver information effects in the maritime environment specifically Maritime Domain Awareness, and including buisness and operational network architecture, bearer systems, IT systems and applications including those for Command and Control (C2). All aspects of ICT and associated engineering governance, information assurance, engineering standards and ICT security as applied to Naval and maritime data and information systems. Where the Work Takes Place Whale Island, Portsmouth with a relatively small amount of travel within the UK. Early Market Engagement There is an incumbent delivering this Programme of Work Working Arrangements The Programme Manager will be working in a team with stakeholders from within Navy Command, MoD, and other government departments to deliver capability outcomes in support of MoD and HMG national security objectives. Work Location Whale Island, Portsmouth with a relatively small amount of travel within the UK. Security Clearance DV is essential. Navy/MoD cannot sponsor security clearance Additional T&Cs In addition to the day rate, an additional £1K is available for T&S in line with current MoD rates. Foreign travel is included in this but prior authorisation is required from the Authority in advance of booking (committing). A Cyber Risk Assessment has been raised for this requirement under Assessment number RAR-EBAX392W. The Cyber Risk Level has been classed as very low. You must submit a Supplier Assurance Questionnaire against this, at https://supplier-cyber-protection.service.gov.uk/ A security aspects letter applies for information classified up to secret. The IR35 legislation does not apply to this engagement. Skills & Experience Experience delivering C4ISR/ICT digital programmes and projects in a complex maritime environment. Provide services to support the design of digital and information solutions to meet IW requirements using current and next generation technology and resources. Contribute to and deliver High Level Design (HLD) for digital and cloud solutions ensuring that all relevant lines of development are considered. Experienced in application of MoD standards for ICT, information security, digital design, delivery, compliance, safety, maritime integration and operations. Demonstrate knowledge, skills and experience in managing digital ICT services and their interdependent activities to enable naval and maritime outputs. Ability to understand complex digital and information based issues and provide options for resolution across a multi-stakeholder environment. Evidence of delivery of complex digital programmes and projects to the vision and to time, cost and quality. Demonstrate experience managing digital programme and project approvals including business cases, financial appraisals and submissions to senior boards for scrutiny. Registered as a Chartered Engineer. Qualified and experienced as a Programme and Project Manager. Demonstrate an understanding of wider Government Departments/structures and awareness of maritime policy and departmental objectives. Experience of programme management of complex software change activities at the Department level. Nice to Haves Experience with in service maritime digital command system solutions, system engineering and system integration. Experience in all variants of in-service maritime command system digital data link technologies and solutions. Experience with NATO data link information exchange protocols. Familiar with maritime combat system design, sensor integration and data capture, process and digital information exchange. Experience developing and defining digital and cloud-based requirements to enable naval and maritime outcomes. Experience managing teams delivering digital maritime engineering outcomes as head of department with charge responsibility in a complex sea-going or similar role. Experience of maritime engineering ICT installation, commissioning, assurance and acceptance and associated engineering compliance. No. of Specialists to Evaluate 3 Cultural Fit Criteria Work as a team with our organisation and with other government organisations Be transparent and collaborative when making decisions. Have a no-blame culture and encourage people to learn from their mistakes. Share knowledge and experience with other team members. Can work with customers with low technical expertise. Assessment Method Evaluation Weighting Technical competence 75% Cultural fit 5% Price 20% Questions from Suppliers Budget range £650