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Stott and May is looking for an Automation Tester to create technical solutions improving testing efficiency in a hybrid role based in Leeds. Candidates should have an active SC clearance and be eager to resolve technical issues. Key responsibilities include designing and maintaining automated tests, managing test executions, and collaborating with development teams. Applicants should have experience with object-oriented coding, build automation tools, and testing frameworks.

Automation Tester candidates require an active SC clearance Start: ASAP Duration: 6-12 months Location: hybrid, Leeds The role of Automation Tester is to create technical solutions to improve test process efficiency and validate the quality of the system. Key Responsibilities Design, develop and maintain automated scripts for black and white box tests Establish a technical understanding of the system under test Manage the execution and reporting of automated test suites (sometimes including performance tests) Design and implement technical solutions to improve test process/efficiency Work closely with development teams to reproduce and resolve defects Collaborate with and present improvement and ideas to other members of the test team Define standards and continually develop frameworks for automated testing to be used company wide Requirements Strong desire to understand and resolve difficult technical issues Experience writing good quality object-oriented code (e.g. using Java) Knowledge of build automation systems (e.g. Ant, Maven), version control (e.g. Git, SVN) and continuous integration tools (e.g. Jenkins) Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively within a software development team Strong quality drive - experience working in test is not essential Advantageous knowledge/skills/experience Experience using testing frameworks (e.g. TestNG, xUnit) to script tests Experience using defect and test management tools (e.g. JIRA) to track defects and manage tests Experience using web based automation tools (e.g. Selenium) General technical automation tools (e.g. Puppet, Chef, Vagrant)

An innovative start-up is seeking an Angular Developer to join their team in Manchester. This role involves developing cutting-edge solutions and supporting a dynamic, agile environment. Ideal candidates will have over 2 years of experience with Angular, strong JavaScript/TypeScript skills, and a proactive problem-solving mindset. The position operates on a hybrid model, requiring two days a week in the office. Apply now to advance your career in investment technology with an ambitious company.

Penetration Testing Lead Location: London, UK (Hybrid) Salary: Competitive + Benefits Employment Type: Permanent Overview We are partnering with a rapidly growing cyber security organisation that has recently undergone a significant acquisition and is entering an exciting phase of expansion and investment. As part of this growth, they are seeking an experienced Penetration Testing Lead to take ownership of their offensive security function. This is a hands on leadership role that combines technical delivery, team management, and strategic direction across a broad range of cyber security services. You will lead a team of security consultants delivering penetration testing, red team, blue team, and purple team engagements, while remaining actively involved in technical assessments and client facing activities. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future direction of the security practice, driving quality standards, mentoring consultants, and expanding service capabilities. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop a team of penetration testers and security consultants. Manage the day to day operations of the offensive security practice, ensuring high quality service delivery. Conduct and oversee penetration testing engagements across web applications, APIs, cloud environments, infrastructure, wireless networks, and mobile platforms. Support and deliver Red Team, Blue Team, and Purple Team exercises. Establish and maintain testing methodologies, reporting standards, quality assurance processes, and technical best practices. Provide technical leadership and hands on support during complex security assessments and client engagements. Work closely with commercial and leadership teams to support project scoping, resource planning, proposals, and client presentations. Review technical reports and ensure findings are communicated effectively to both technical and executive level stakeholders. Drive continuous improvement of offensive security services, tooling, frameworks, and methodologies. Stay current with emerging threats, attacker techniques, and industry trends to ensure testing approaches remain effective and relevant. Essential Skills & Experience Significant hands on penetration testing experience across multiple security domains. Strong technical expertise in web application, API, infrastructure, cloud, wireless, and mobile security testing. Experience leading security teams and managing the delivery of offensive security engagements. Deep understanding of penetration testing methodologies including OWASP Testing Guide, PTES, and OSSTMM. Experience working within Red Team, Blue Team, and Purple Team environments. Strong knowledge of common attack techniques, threat emulation, vulnerability assessment, and exploitation methodologies. Hands on experience with industry standard security testing tools such as Burp Suite, Nmap, Metasploit, Nessus, Qualys, and Kali Linux. Strong understanding of networking concepts, security protocols, and modern attack surfaces. Experience reviewing technical deliverables and maintaining quality assurance standards. Excellent communication skills with the ability to present technical findings to a variety of audiences. Proven experience managing, mentoring, and developing high performing technical teams. Ability to balance strategic leadership responsibilities with hands on technical delivery. Experience driving team utilisation, performance, and professional development. Strong stakeholder management and client engagement skills. Commercial awareness with experience supporting project scoping and pre sales activities. Certifications & Qualifications One or more of the following certifications would be highly desirable: CREST CRT / CCT OSCP OSCE / OSWE CISSP CHECK Team Member / Team Leader A degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a related discipline is advantageous but not essential. Desirable Skills Experience conducting advanced Red Team operations and adversary simulation exercises. Purple Team and Breach & Attack Simulation experience. Knowledge of cloud security testing across AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform. Experience with social engineering engagements. Understanding of AI and emerging security threats. Experience with container security, Kubernetes, Docker, and CI/CD security testing. Knowledge of C2 frameworks and advanced offensive security tooling. Experience contributing to technical communities through blogs, conference talks, or industry events.

A fintech disruptor in Central London is seeking a Senior Salesforce Developer. As the first technology hire, you will drive the architectural design of a scalable platform, manage a custom Sales Cloud environment, and lead data strategies for AI utility. The position offers a competitive salary up to £80k, plus bonus and equity/share options. This role represents a unique opportunity with a founding team experienced in achieving successful exits.

Senior Salesforce Developer Founding Hire Fintech Disruptor Location: Central London (High-Frequency Office Presence) Salary: Up to £80k + Bonus + Equity/Share Options The Mission We are representing a rapidly scaling fintech disruptor in the insurance brokerage space, led by a founding team with a proven track record of multi-million-pound exits. As the first dedicated technology hire, you will partner directly with an Engineering Director (a seasoned CTO) who has scaled and exited Salesforce teams before. You aren't just maintaining a system; you are architectural owner of a platform facilitating substantial global revenue, positioned for a major liquidity event. The Role Scale the Foundation: Move a "founder-built" architecture toward a scalable, enterprise-grade platform. Hybrid Development: Manage a 90% custom Sales Cloud environment (Apex/LWC) while championing a "Low-to-No Code" (Flow-first) philosophy. Strategic Advisory: Challenge the status quo, advising stakeholders on integrations and design elements that save capital and time. Data & AI: Lead the data structuring strategy to prepare the business for advanced AI utility and prompt engineering. Technical Profile The Expert: Deep Sales Cloud proficiency and a "Flow Champion" mindset. The Developer: Ability to work within Apex and LWC frameworks is essential, even if your goal is to minimize code for future agility. The Strategist: Strong SOQL skills; SQL (Databricks) is a major advantage. The Visionary: An interest in AI utility and how it drives business efficiency. The Environment This is a sales-driven, high-octane culture. Collaborative: The team values the energy of the office. Action-Oriented: You are a "doer" who handles everything from high-level architecture to general user support. The Reward Beyond a competitive base and bonus, this role may offer equity/share options. Given the founders' history of successful exits, this represents a genuine opportunity for a life changing financial event.

Stott and May seeks a Senior Service Design & Development Lead in London to drive innovation aiding those affected by illness. You will establish a new service innovation unit and lead a team through agile methodologies. The ideal candidate has a strong track record in delivering impactful projects in charity or healthcare, demonstrating expertise in human-centred design and stakeholder management.

Senior Service Design & Development Lead Type: Permanent Salary: up to £64,300 Location: Stratford, London (min 1 day per week) Start: ASAP We're looking for a senior service design & development Lead. This is a unique opportunity to drive innovation that helps people affected by illness live longer, better lives. You'll lead a team delivering agile innovation projects, testing new approaches and embedding user centred design to improve services and deliver strategic impact. Initially, the role will focus on: Developing personalised information journeys in partnership with Fundraising to improve user outcomes and build longer term relationships with supporters. Testing and implementing omni channel and AI informed approaches to service delivery to support channel diversification and innovation. Key Responsibilities Establish and lead a new service innovation and development unit. Deliver innovation projects from concept to launch, using agile methodologies, design sprints and rapid prototyping. Identify and test opportunities to use AI and emerging technologies to improve services and content delivery. Use data, analytics and user insight to drive decision making and measure impact. Facilitate workshops and collaborative innovation activities. Build strong partnerships and influence stakeholders across the organisation. Lead a team of 3-5 direct reports and provide matrix leadership across functions. Experience required A strong track record of delivering innovation projects with measurable impact in a charity, healthcare or public sector environment. Experience in service design, human centred design and behavioural insight. Expertise in agile delivery approaches and rapid experimentation. Knowledge of the evolving AI landscape and its application within digital services or content environments. Strong stakeholder management, project leadership and facilitation skills. A commitment to involving people with lived experience in service development. The ability to thrive in ambiguity, working with curiosity, resilience and a test and learn mindset. Desirable Experience in health related services. Formal training in service design, design thinking or innovation methodologies.

SAP Operations Manager - Service Delivery & Incident Management Location: London Drive operational excellence behind world-class customer experiences. We are looking for an experienced SAP Operations Manager with a strong background in Service Delivery, Incident Management, and team leadership to join a prestigious brand. This is a high-impact role where you will take ownership of critical SAP platforms, ensuring stability, performance, and continuous improvement in a fast-paced, customer-centric environment. In this role, you will lead the end-to-end service operations lifecycle, from incident response and problem management to continuous service optimisation. You'll play a key role in building and scaling high-performing teams, embedding best-in-class ITIL practices, and ensuring a consistently high level of service delivery across the organisation. What You'll Do Own SAP service operations, ensuring high availability and performance across Customer Data Cloud, Data Platform, Sales & Service Cloud, and Marketing Cloud (Emarsys) Lead service delivery and incident management, driving rapid resolution, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement Establish and optimise ITIL processes, including incident, problem, and change management Build, mentor, and grow a high-performing support and operations team, developing capability and driving engagement Drive operational resilience, managing releases, upgrades, and system improvements with minimal disruption Collaborate with internal stakeholders and business teams, ensuring technology enables exceptional customer experiences Manage third-party vendors and partners, holding them accountable for service quality and delivery standards Champion a proactive support model, shifting from reactive incident handling to predictive and preventative operations What You'll Bring Proven experience as an SAP Operations Manager / Service Delivery Manager within complex environments Strong expertise in incident management, service delivery, and ITIL frameworks Demonstrated ability to build, scale, and lead high-performing teams Experience driving continuous service improvement and operational excellence Strong stakeholder management, with the ability to bridge technical and business teams Familiarity with agile tools and delivery environments (e.g., Jira, Azure DevOps) Analytical mindset with a focus on performance metrics, SLAs, and service quality Additional Information Involvement in out-of-hours incident management for critical issues Opportunity to work closely with global partners and vendors Ongoing investment in learning, development, and process maturity Why Join? Ready to lead service delivery, strengthen operations, and build exceptional teams? Join a business where technology, service excellence, and luxury customer experience intersect. You'll have the opportunity to shape service operations, build a high-performing function, and make a tangible impact on how customers engage with a globally recognised brand.

Stott and May is seeking a skilled SAP Operations Manager to lead service delivery and incident management in a prestigious brand. This critical role calls for strong leadership to ensure high availability and performance of SAP services, including Customer Data Cloud and more. The ideal candidate will drive operational excellence, build strong teams, and enhance customer experiences through effective management of service operations. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and possess proven experience in complex SAP settings, this position offers an exceptional opportunity.

Role Title: Data Architect Location: London - Hybrid (2 days in office) Day Rate: Market rate (Inside IR35) Contract Duration: Minimum 6 months Role Overview We are seeking a talented Data Architect to join our data-driven transformation journey. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies such as Data Vault, Snowflake, DBT, Airflow, and AWS/Azure, designing and delivering innovative data solutions that empower analytics and drive business value. As a Data Architect, you will collaborate closely with Product Owners, engineers, and analytics teams to design, build, and maintain robust data models and architecture. This role is ideal for a professional passionate about creating order within complex data structures and delivering impactful, scalable data solutions. Key Responsibilities . Design and develop enterprise data architecture and advanced data models that support business requirements. . Triaging new requirements, assessing impact, and providing estimates for updates to data models. . Develop and enhance physical data models while ensuring alignment with business and technical standards. . Act as custodian of data models, defining and enforcing modelling principles within delivery teams. . Ensure solutions meet business needs while aligning with the overall end-state architecture. . Document, communicate, and centrally manage data models to promote consistency and reuse. . Collaborate with the broader architecture community to share expertise and promote innovation. . Stay up to date with emerging technologies, including machine learning, AI/ML, and modern algorithmic techniques at scale, applying best practices to data design. . Translate business requirements into actionable, scalable, and effective data solutions. Essential Skills & Experience . Strong experience in data architecture, modelling, and data warehousing. . Expertise with various modelling methodologies, including 3NF, Dimensional, and Data Vault. . Proven ability to work with large, complex datasets and deliver actionable insights. . Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure) and experience with cloud data solutions/migrations. . Strong communication and influencing skills to engage with stakeholders and cross-functional teams. . Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions. . Collaborative mindset with strong interpersonal skills. Desirable Skills . Exposure to AI/ML and Generative AI technologies. . Experience with data visualisation tools such as Power BI or MicroStrategy.

Principal Data Engineer - Hybrid (London/Winchester) We're seeking a hands-on Principal Data Engineer to design and deliver enterprise-scale, cloud-native data platforms that power analytics, reporting, and Real Time decision-making. This is a strategic technical leadership role where you'll shape architecture, mentor engineers, and deliver end-to-end solutions across a modern AWS/Databricks stack. What you'll do Lead the design of scalable, secure data architectures on AWS. Build and optimise ETL/ELT pipelines for batch and streaming data. Deploy and manage Apache Spark jobs on Databricks and Delta Lake. Write production-grade Python and SQL for large-scale data transformations. Drive data quality, governance, and automation through CI/CD and IaC. Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders. Mentor and guide data engineering teams. What we're looking for Proven experience in senior/principal data engineering roles. Expertise in AWS, Databricks, Apache Spark, Python, and SQL. Strong background in cloud-native data platforms, Real Time processing, and data lakes. Hands-on experience with tools such as Airflow, Kafka, Docker, GitLab CI/CD. Excellent stakeholder engagement and leadership skills. What's on offer £84000 salary + 10% bonus 6% pension contribution Private medical & flexible benefits package 25 days annual leave (plus buy/sell options) Hybrid working - travel to London or Winchester once/twice per week Join a company at the forefront of media, connectivity, and smart technology, where your work directly powers millions of daily connections across the UK.

Azure Cloud Infrastructure Engineer (D365 & CCaaS) Location: Luton, UK (Hybrid - 2-3 days per week onsite) Day Rate: £425 (Inside IR35) Contract Duration: 6 months Start Date: Immediate Overview An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Azure Cloud Infrastructure Engineer with proven expertise in Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) and Contact Centre as a Service (CCaaS). This role will play a key part in designing, engineering and integrating cloud-based platforms within a hybrid environment, supporting a high-profile digital transformation programme. Key Responsibilities . Liaise with vendors to design, manage and engineer the implementation of CCaaS and D365 platforms. . Support the mobilisation of the project in collaboration with core teams and third-party suppliers. . Define and document business and technical requirements for migration, overseeing integration with CCaaS and D365 components. . Act as the primary liaison between stakeholders, programme leadership and cross-functional teams to ensure effective execution. . Design and build required environments within the Azure tenant, aligned with accounts/tenant strategy. . Engineer compute and network resources for the platform. . Support integration across development, testing and production environments. . Set up DevOps pipelines with platform teams, using existing templates and best practices. . Assess applications hosted in AWS Cloud to define best practices for integration with Azure CCaaS. . Contribute to the design and integration of observability tooling into central dashboards and monitoring systems. Skills, Knowledge & Experience . Strong experience with Microsoft Azure PaaS solutions. . Expertise in CCaaS and MS Dynamics 365. . Proven capability in Azure infrastructure engineering, including authentication methods (SAML/OIDC), compute and network design. . Experience integrating Azure and AWS tenants. . Demonstrated leadership skills on previous engagements. . (Desirable) Knowledge of architecture and technologies in the aviation domain. Person Specification . Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. . Strong analytical and problem-solving ability. . Able to work under limited supervision and take responsibility quickly. . Broad technical awareness across information technology. . Effective interpersonal skills with a collaborative and supportive style. . Comfortable working in dynamic, fast-paced environments with shifting priorities. . Flexible, technically creative and open-minded.

AI Engineer Start: ASAP Duration: 6-12 months Location: Sheffield (2 days on site per week) Pay: Inside IR35, up to £515/day Key Responsibilities: - Design functional processes, flows, and support procedures - Lead prototyping, testing, and training phases - Conduct AI assessments and propose optimised solutions - Develop classification algorithms and prepare datasets - Work with image processing, text extraction, clustering, embedding models - Implement drift detection, model monitoring (AgentEvals experience a plus) - Document architecture and insights across projects Essential Skills & Experience: - Proven experience developing Chat Bots using: - Python, PyCharm, NumPy, Pandas - ML, deep learning, NLP, TensorFlow - SQL/NoSQL (MySQL, PostgreSQL), RDBMS design - GitHub, Jenkins, data modelling/wrangling - Experience in supervised/unsupervised learning, classification algorithms - Hands-on with model training, drift detection, and feature generation Desirable: - Background in Computer Vision, PII extraction, pattern/form recognition - Agile methodologies and DevOps familiarity - Knowledge of application/data security and microservices - Strong communication skills and ability to build cross-functional relationships - Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field - 5-7 years in data science/ML solution delivery

Job Title: AWS Platform Lead Location: Knutsford (candidates must be within 1 hour or willing to relocate) Contract Duration: Until 31st December 2025 Day Rate: £425 (Inside IR35) Onsite Requirement: 2-3 days per week (non-consecutive) The Role We are seeking an experienced AWS Platform Lead to provide both technical leadership and strategic direction for our cloud transformation. You will lead a team of AWS engineers and architects, drive adoption and migration strategies, and ensure secure, scalable, and resilient AWS solutions that align with business goals. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage AWS engineers and architects. Define and deliver cloud adoption and migration strategies. Design and implement secure, scalable AWS architectures. Oversee deployment, monitoring, and optimisation of AWS infrastructure. Conduct well-architected reviews and ensure compliance with best practices. Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources. Mentor team members and provide technical guidance. Collaborate with DevOps, Security, and Application Development teams. Drive automation using IaC tools (Terraform, CloudFormation) and CI/CD pipelines. Stay up to date with AWS services and emerging cloud technologies. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven experience in leading AWS-focused teams and projects. Strong expertise in AWS architecture, migration, and cloud best practices. Proficiency with Infrastructure as Code and automation tools. Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Job Title: Data Engineer Location: London (flexible remote working available) Contract Duration: Until 31st December 2025 Day Rate: £340 (Inside IR35) The Role We are looking for a skilled Data Engineer to design, develop, and deliver high-quality applications that meet evolving business needs. You will work across the full software development life cycle, ensuring code quality, security, and scalability, while collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders in an Agile environment. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, test, and deploy robust applications. Ensure adherence to coding standards, security, and best practices. Build and integrate APIs with CRM, SaaS, and third-party platforms. Work with TypeScript, Node.js, React.js , and AWS services (Lambda, API Gateway). Contribute to Agile, cross-functional teams across the SDLC. Communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels. Essential Skills & Experience: Proficiency in TypeScript, Node.js, React.js . Hands-on experience with AWS services (eg, Lambda, API Gateway). Strong background in API design and integration . Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Job Title: Database Modeller Location: Edinburgh/Remote | Hybrid (occasional travel required) Role Type: Contract Duration: 6 months The Role We are looking for experienced Database Modellers with expertise in the Power Utilities domain . You will design and develop robust data models to support operational and analytical needs, collaborate with business stakeholders, and ensure high-quality, scalable solutions. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop conceptual, logical, and physical data models. Translate business requirements into scalable, efficient data models. Perform data profiling and analysis to identify data quality issues and improvements. Apply best practices in data modelling, including normalization, denormalization, and indexing. Lead data architecture discussions and present solutions to technical and non-technical audiences. Mentor junior data modelers and architects. Continuously evaluate tools and techniques to enhance team productivity. Essential Skills & Experience: 5+ years' experience in data modelling, data architecture, or similar roles. Proficiency in SQL and relational databases (Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL). Experience with data modelling tools such as Erwin or IBM InfoSphere Data Architect . Strong communication skills, able to explain complex concepts clearly. Desirable: Experience in the Power Transmission and Distribution domain.

Job Title: Senior Service Assurance Manager Location: Castle Donington, UK Role Type: Contract | Office-Based - 5 Days onsite Day Rate: £425 (Inside IR35) Contract Duration: 6 months The Role We are seeking a Senior Service Assurance Manager to ensure service management delivery across assigned D&T product, platform, or infrastructure Tribe(s). Embedded within the Tribes, you will ensure IT services meet required service levels and Service Management practices are fully Embedded. You will champion ITIL4, DevOps, and SecOps, balancing operational stability with delivery velocity. You will monitor performance, identify trends and risks, and work with Tribe leadership to implement improvements. Regular engagement with senior stakeholders will ensure alignment, sponsorship, and measurable improvements. Key Responsibilities: Manage technology services across the Distribution Centre. Oversee change, problem, and incident management. Liaise with senior business and technology stakeholders. Collaborate with Product and Engineering teams to ensure operational stability. Lead IT support teams and drive service level performance. Essential Skills & Experience: Strong background in Service Management. Experience managing major incidents and problem management. Experience in Logistics or Retail is preferred.

IT Service Transition Lead (SAP, S/4, Rise, ITIL) A leading retailer is looking for an IT Service Transition Lead (SAP, S/4, ITIL) that will act as the main interface for Senior Management, Project Managers and stakeholders for Service Transition requirements and deliverables, supporting a major SAP Rise/S4Hana program. As the IT Service Transition Lead (SAP, S/4, ITIL) you work alongside Platform Leads, Product Managers, Engineering teams, and a range of third parties, you will help to deliver and maintain best in class solutions that meet the needs of a variety of stakeholders across the business. You will be responsible for service transition of SAP Rise/S4Hana services into live operations, ensuring the program transitions smoothly into service with appropriate measures and support. The core of this role will be to work collaboratively to assist in embedding a service management culture within the Project life cycle and the wider IT Division, educating and influencing stakeholders gracefully by taking them on a journey whilst balancing their needs with the needs of the service. You will adopt and implement best practices and ways of working to ensure that all ITIL processes are both effective and efficient, plus being appropriately scaled. Skills/Experience * SAP solutions, particularly SAP Rise and S/4 Hana services. * Expertise gathering and analysing requirements for large IT projects, with the ability to identify, track, and monitor technical dependencies across systems. * Experience of transitioning services within large scale programmes. * Good knowledge of current SAP technologies including topics like security, data protection, performance and high availability. * Experience maintaining documentation. * Strong awareness and adherence to best practices of testing and deployment. * Familiarity with agile development methodologies, including Scrum and Kanban, and working with managed backlogs using tools like Azure DevOps or Jira. * Stakeholder management. * Passionate for technology and service - curiosity towards new and emerging technology. * The ability to clearly identify, articulate and prioritise the strategic and tactical value of your vision and roadmap. * ITIL Certification within Service Design or Service Transition * ITIL v3 or V4 Foundation or Agile Service Management Qualification * Retail industry experience * Provide track record of service improvements * Experience in ITSM Toolset design and configuration * Knowledge of SAP related services Responsibilities * Lead Service Transition activities, ensuring graceful landing into operations and operational efficiencies are maintained, this minimising project and operational risk. * Defining, documenting and agreeing Service, ensuring supporting material is fit for purpose, fit for use. * Lead the transition planning and support strategy, framework and process * Ensuring adequate monitoring across the SAP landscape is in place, and that the necessary processes and procedures are in implemented to respond to alerts and incidents, whether that's within business hours or during out of hours callouts to the on-call team. * Be an escalation point during major incidents, who can help technical teams as well as easily access the higher levels of vendors to positively influence the service and focus we receive. Service dependant, this can be a 24-hour function. * Knowledge Management - ensure all issues are logged with resolution details, KB articles are authored, reviewed and published to empower downstream all the way to the user. * Represent the interests of Service Management in project delivery governance forums. Produce and present regular progress reporting on any projects that impact services delivery. * Identify and implement Continuous Improvement Plans. If you are an IT Service Transition Lead (SAP, S/4, ITIL) looking to join a large transformation project, then send your CV along with your availability.

Internal Pen Tester Location: London (Hybrid - 2/3 days in office) Contract Length: 6 months Rate: £420 per day - Inside IR35 The Role We are seeking an Internal Penetration Tester to join on a 6-month contract. You will carry out advanced penetration testing across applications, APIs, internal infrastructure, networks, and cloud environments. The role involves simulating real-world attacks, identifying vulnerabilities, and providing clear remediation guidance to improve overall security posture. Key Responsibilities Conduct full-scope penetration tests of applications, APIs, networks, cloud, and internal infrastructure. Perform network testing, Active Directory enumeration/abuse, and privilege escalation. Identify weaknesses in authentication, authorization, input validation, and cloud/AD configurations. Simulate attacker techniques to test system resilience. Produce clear reports for both technical and executive audiences, including remediation advice. Collaborate with development, cloud, and infrastructure teams to close vulnerabilities. Candidate Profile Essential Skills & Experience 3-7+ years in penetration testing, red teaming, or offensive security. Strong application security knowledge (OWASP Top 10, API security). Hands-on experience in end-to-end pentests (internal, external, cloud, AD, web app, API). Strong Scripting skills (Python, Shell, Bash). Comfortable with Windows, Linux, Active Directory, Azure AD/Entra ID. Cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, GCP. Practical knowledge of tools such as Nmap, Nessus, Metasploit, Burp Suite, SQLmap, ScoutSuite, Pacu. Desirable Excellent client communication and reporting skills. Security certifications (eg OSCP, OSEP, GPEN, eCPPT, AWS/Azure Security). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.