Computer Spooks

Want to use your Data Warehousing/Business Intelligence Skills then why not join Military Intelligence. Use those hard acquired skills to mine for really interesting information.

Apparently you will be responsible for safeguarding the nation's security, enjoy liaising with diverse businesses (Imagination may be required here) and must be calm under pressure.

You must however be British and it may take up to 6 months to process your application in which time you may not mention your application to anyone but your immediate family.

Pay is from £28,000-50,000 (plus benefits) which does not seem to high for someone who can cube us into the good, the bad , the ugly and the nappy wearing rocking horse users.

Job Description

Data Warehousing / Business Intelligence Specialists, Central London, £28,000 - £50,000 + benefits

Responsible for safeguarding the nation's security, the Security Service is significantly expanding due to the continuing terrorist threat in the UK. In alignment with this expansion and continuous improvement, we are committed to developing and maintaining our technical edge using the latest technology.

We are currently recruiting IT professionals with a broad skill-set and specific expertise in Business Intelligence, ETL and Analytics (such as SAS, Business Objects and PL/SQL). Ideally you will have experience in some or all of the following disciplines:

• Large scale production Databases/Data warehouses(Oracle / SQL Server)
• Business Intelligence
• Information Management
• ETL/Data Modelling
• Data Mining
• Statistical Analytical Techniques (EDA, PCA, MDS)
• Kimball/Inmon Techniques
• Using technology in partnership with customers to solve business problems
• Exposure to full project lifecycle

The challenges come thick and fast so resilience, pragmatism and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential. Utilising your strong technical skills, you will also be client facing and enjoy liaising with a diverse business. Demonstrating knowledge of leadership, project management, and business analysis would be a distinct advantage.

This is a fantastic opportunity to develop and learn new technologies - with excellent career prospects - while knowing that you are part of a team dedicated to safeguarding national security.

To apply you must be a British Citizen. Due to the recruitment and vetting process, your application could take up to 6 months. You must limit those you tell about your application to your partner and/or immediate family. The Security Service is committed to reflecting both equal opportunities and the society we protect. Closing 18/10/07.

For more information on working for MI5 visit http://www.mi5careers.gov.uk/

Data Warehousing / Business Intelligence Specialists Central London, England - Computing Careers MI5