Overview
We are seeking a highly skilled NEC Core Systems Subject Matter Expert / Application Architect to support an urgent assessment and transition program within a secure policing environment. The successful contractor will utilize their extensive hands-on experience with NEC policing applications, including ControlWorks, DSx, and UNIFI, to provide application-level expertise by participating in workshops and assessing support challenges and requirements.
Responsibilities
- Assess application-specific transition and support risks.
- Identify critical knowledge and documentation gaps.
- Review licences, access requirements, service history, known defects, and operational runbooks.
- Identify vendor and third-party dependencies.
- Assess risks across live Command & Control, communications, and RMS data.
- Challenge incumbent and vendor assumptions where appropriate.
- Recommend practical actions and priorities for the first 30 days of transition.
Requirements
- Strong hands-on knowledge of NEC ControlWorks, DSx, and UNIFI.
- Experience with NEC application architecture, configuration, and versions.
- Familiarity with interfaces, integrations, and dependencies.
- Background in supporting critical applications within secure policing or sensitive environments.
- Experience with TotalMobile GRS or roster management systems is advantageous.
- Comfortable translating deep application knowledge into clear, practical support requirements.
- Eligibility for UK Security Vetting at SC/DV level.