La Fosse Associates

A recruitment agency is seeking a DV Cleared Business Analyst for a contract position in Fareham, offering a competitive day rate between £450-£600. The successful candidate will play an essential role in supporting national security projects by gathering requirements and engaging stakeholders. Experience in defense or secure environments, with strong communication skills, is essential. This role allows for hybrid working, making it a great opportunity for flexible engagement on critical projects.

DV Cleared Business Analyst Location: Fareham (Porstdown) (2-3 days on-site, hybrid) Rate: £450-£600 per day Clearance: Developed Vetting (DV) - Essential The Opportunity We are supporting a key programme within the UK defence and national security space, looking to engage an experienced DV Cleared Business Analyst. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on complex, high-impact projects where your analysis will directly support critical operational and strategic outcomes. The Role You will be responsible for working closely with stakeholders across technical and non-technical teams to shape requirements, improve processes, and support delivery across a range of programmes. Key responsibilities include: Leading requirements gathering across multiple stakeholders Translating business needs into clear, structured documentation Supporting solution design alongside technical teams Facilitating workshops and stakeholder engagement sessions Mapping and improving business processes Supporting delivery teams across the full project lifecycle What We're Looking For Active DV Clearance (essential) Strong experience as a Business Analyst within defence, government, or secure environments Proven ability to gather, document, and manage complex requirements Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Experience working in Agile and/or Waterfall environments Desirable (not essential) Exposure to AI / Artificial Intelligence or data-driven programmes Experience working on emerging technology or innovation-led projects Why Apply? Work on mission-critical programmes within national security Exposure to cutting-edge technology, including AI-led initiatives Flexible hybrid working model Competitive day rate If you're a DV-cleared Business Analyst looking for your next contract in a highly secure and impactful environment, we'd be keen to speak.

Vulnerability Management Specialist A global SaaS Organisation requires a Contract Vulnerability Management Specialist to review and strengthen Defender (Endpoint and Servers) across a multi-OS, multi-tenant environment, owning the full vulnerability lifecycle, delivering technical remediation, improving processes, and embedding consistent governance and risk-based practices. Day Rate: £600-£650pd IR35 Status: Outside Travel: Fully Remote Duration: 6 Months initially This VM Specialist will have the following previous experience: Lead a comprehensive uplift of Microsoft Defender Vulnerability Management (Defender for Endpoint and Defender for Servers) across a complex, multi-OS, multi-tenant estate, identifying control gaps and driving measurable security improvements. Own and mature the full vulnerability management lifecycle discovery, risk-based prioritisation (CVSS and business context), remediation oversight, exception handling, and executive-level reporting. Deliver hands on technical remediation in partnership with IT and MSP teams, clearly articulating risk and required actions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Assess and strengthen Defender configurations and operational processes, integrating web application scanning (e.g. Qualys) to provide a consolidated, risk-aligned vulnerability view. Embed consistent cross tenancy governance and BAU practices, ensuring policy adherence, effective mitigation controls, and reduced residual risk across the organisation.

A global SaaS Organisation is seeking a Vulnerability Management Specialist to enhance Microsoft Defender capabilities in a remote contract role. The candidate will oversee the full lifecycle of vulnerability management in a multi-tenant environment while driving measurable security improvements. Responsibilities include hands-on remediation, risk assessment, and integration of web applications for risk alignment. The position offers a day rate of £600-£650, outside of IR35, initially for 6 months.

La Fosse Associates is seeking a Data Architect to lead the design of an advanced cloud-based data platform. This high-impact role includes establishing data architecture standards and collaborating with technology teams for efficient data solutions. The candidate should have proven experience with data modelling, strong AWS expertise, and the ability to engage stakeholders effectively. The position is based in London or Sunderland, with 3 days per week in office.

La Fosse Associates is seeking a SQL DBA in Liverpool to support and enhance a growing SQL Server environment. You will be responsible for day-to-day administration, stability, performance, and continuous improvement while playing a key role in major projects. The ideal candidate has strong SQL DBA experience and understands SQL Server administration and performance tuning. The role offers a hybrid working pattern with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Role: Data Architect Location: London or Sunderland - 3 days per week in office Salary: up to £90,000 Overview We're hiring a Data Architect to lead the design and evolution of a modern, cloud-based data platform for a large, international organisation undergoing significant transformation. This is a high-impact, strategic role where you'll define the data architecture vision, set standards, and shape how data is used across the business, from BI reporting to self-serve analytics. You'll act as the technical authority for data architecture, working closely with BI and engineering teams to build scalable, efficient, and future-ready data solutions. Key Responsibilities Defining and owning the enterprise data architecture strategy and roadmap Designing scalable data models, pipelines, and storage solutions Establishing architectural frameworks (e.g. data vault, dimensional modelling, medallion architecture) Leading the design of cloud data platforms (AWS) - including services like Redshift, S3, Glue, Athena Evaluating and introducing new technologies (e.g. Iceberg, Delta Lake, observability tools) Driving data governance, standards, and best practice Acting as a trusted advisor to both technical and business stakeholders What We're Looking For Proven experience as a Data Architect / Enterprise Data Architect Strong expertise in data modelling and SQL Hands-on experience with AWS data stack (or similar cloud platforms) Deep understanding of modern data architectures (lakehouse, warehousing, ETL/ELT) Experience with data governance, quality, and compliance Ability to balance strategic thinking with pragmatic delivery Strong stakeholder engagement skills across business and technology teams

SQL DBA Salary: £55,000 - £60,000 + 10% salary sacrifice pension + flexible benefits Location: Liverpool (Hybrid) We're working with a well-established organisation looking to hire a SQL DBA to support and improve a growing SQL Server estate. This role is well suited to someone who enjoys project led DBA work, working closely with colleagues, and being hands on with change rather than pure BAU support. The Role You'll be responsible for the day to day health and administration of SQL Server environments, while also playing a key role in major projects, including migrations, upgrades, and platform improvements. The team values proactive DBAs who focus on stability, performance, and continuous improvement, rather than firefighting. Key responsibilities include: SQL Server administration across multiple environments Running and improving SQL health checks, monitoring, and performance tuning Supporting and delivering migration projects and major SQL upgrades Working closely with infrastructure and engineering teams on wider initiatives Contributing to the ongoing improvement and standardisation of the SQL estate What They're Looking For Strong hands on experience as a SQL DBA Solid understanding of SQL Server administration, performance, backups, and resilience Experience working on projects such as migrations or upgrades A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn and develop alongside the team Someone who values being part of the business and contributing beyond a siloed DBA function Working Pattern This is an office first role. There is some flexibility for remote working where genuinely required, but candidates should expect to be on site as standard. This is important for team collaboration and company culture. Package & Benefits £55,000 - £60,000 base salary 10% salary sacrifice pension Car finance options Flexible benefits package

La Fosse Associates is seeking a Network Engineer for a contract start on 25th May in London. This role involves a mix of network project engineering and support, focusing on technologies like Meraki switches, Cisco ISE, and Azure ExpressRoute. The ideal candidate should have essential skills such as CCNP Routing & Switching and experience with Meraki devices. The role offers hybrid working arrangements, and candidates will be expected to work onsite approximately 2 to 3 days a week.

Job Title: EPOS & SCO Platform Engineer Contract Length: 6 Months Hybrid: 2 Days On Site in Bracknell IR35: Outside IR35 Project Support, maintain, and enhance EPOS and self-checkout platforms across a large retail estate. The role focuses on delivering secure, resilient, and scalable checkout infrastructure while improving automation, monitoring, and operational stability across tills, kiosks, peripherals, and backend systems. Tech Stack EPOS & SCO Platforms Windows 10 Windows 11 Linux (Ubuntu/Debian) VBScript PowerShell Till Hardware & Peripherals Monitoring & DR Tools Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain EPOS and SCO infrastructure (tills, self-checkouts, peripherals, and controllers) across Windows 10, Windows 11, and Linux environments Own the full lifecycle from initial design and requirement capture through to deployment, configuration, and ongoing 3rd line support Create and manage non-production environments to validate changes, patches, and new features before estate-wide rollout Standardise and automate till provisioning, configuration management, and software deployments across the estate using VBScript and PowerShell Patch and maintain OS and application layers, ensuring systems are hardened and aligned with security and architectural principles Drive proactive monitoring and observability, using data to identify and resolve issues before they impact the customer checkout experience Lead Disaster Recovery (DR) validation, maintaining and regularly testing recovery procedures to ensure business continuity across all stores Skills Essentials Strong troubleshooting and retail support experience Proven experience designing and supporting scalable, resilient EPOS and SCO platforms Strong administration skills across Windows 10, Windows 11, and Linux environments (Ubuntu/Debian or similar) Proficiency in scripting and automation using VBScript and PowerShell Ability to capture requirements and translate them into formal design and test documentation Experience managing the full deployment lifecycle, including patching and configuration management

Network Engineer - Meraki, Cisco ISE, Azure ExpressRoute Seeking a Network Engineer to start from 25th May in a hybrid role, split between working remotely and approx 2 - 3 days a week at sites based but not limited to City of London. This contract assignment will be mixture of network project engineering & support, working with Meraki switches/wireless, Cisco ISE & Azure Expressroute. Experience with the following is essential: CCNP Routing & Switching Meraki Switches/Wireless Cisco ISE Azure ExpressRoute

La Fosse Associates is looking for an experienced ERP PMO Analyst to support a client undergoing a significant ERP transformation on a 2-year fixed-term contract. The role is fully remote with some travel to London. Responsibilities include governance of the ERP implementation, coordination across multiple workstreams, and maintaining project documentation. Ideal candidates will have PMO experience within ERP transformations, particularly with Oracle, SAP, or other ERP platforms, along with strong stakeholder management skills.

La Fosse Associates is seeking a skilled Java Developer for a 6-month contract based in Paddington, United Kingdom. This role requires proficiency in Java, Azure, GraphQL, and Kafka, with an emphasis on collaboration with the existing team for an ongoing transformation project. The position necessitates on-site work three days a week and offers a competitive daily rate of £400-420, falling outside IR35. Apply now to join this industry-leading consultancy.

La Fosse Associates is seeking an experienced UX/UI Designer for a short-term contract focused on enhancing a sophisticated internal data platform. The role involves designing solutions for complex data-rich applications, improving workflows, and collaborating within an AI-enabled environment. Ideal candidates will have proven UX/UI experience, a strong portfolio, and skills in workflow design, particularly in financial services or similar sectors. This remote role is expected to last 3-4 weeks and is outside IR35 regulations.

A leading technology consultancy is seeking an experienced Cloud & Infrastructure Engineer to design, develop, and maintain AWS and Azure environments while managing on-premise infrastructure. In this role, you'll focus on enhancing system performance, security, and reliability, collaborating with IT and cyber security teams. Candidates must have substantial hands-on experience with AWS and Microsoft Azure as well as strong troubleshooting skills. The position is hybrid, requiring 2 days on-site in Reading, with a competitive salary up to £60k based on experience.

La Fosse Associates is seeking a BI Engineer to deliver scalable, high-quality data solutions for reporting and analytics. The role involves building and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines, developing datasets, and optimizing performance using SQL and Python. The ideal candidate has strong experience with AWS data services and is capable of translating business requirements into effective data solutions. This position offers a hybrid work model with three days onsite, focusing on collaboration with stakeholders and continuous improvement of BI solutions.

La Fosse Associates is seeking an Azure Cloud Engineer for a 6-month contract. This hybrid role, based in London, involves engineering and supporting Azure cloud infrastructure and services, delivering Infrastructure as Code with Terraform, and collaborating with various teams. Preferred candidates will have strong Azure experience in regulated environments, alongside Terraform and containerisation skills. Join a fast-paced team working in dynamic settings while contributing to critical cloud solutions.

La Fosse Associates is hiring a Senior Python Engineer / Cloud-Native Software Developer in the UK to join a highly technical software engineering team. This role focuses on developing scalable applications, utilizing strong Python skills while working within AWS cloud environments. The ideal candidate will have expertise in CI/CD, Terraform, and serverless architectures. The position offers hybrid working with a London-based team and emphasizes the importance of security clearance for government projects.

La Fosse Associates is seeking an EPOS & SCO Platform Engineer for a 6-month hybrid contract based in Reading, UK. The role involves supporting, maintaining, and enhancing EPOS and self-checkout platforms across a retail estate. Key responsibilities include designing resilient infrastructure, managing the deployment lifecycle, and driving proactive monitoring. Candidates should have strong troubleshooting experience and proficiency in Windows and Linux environments along with scripting skills in VBScript and PowerShell.

Azure Cloud Engineer (Contract) Contract Length: 6 months Day Rate: 600/day (Inside IR35) Location: Hybrid (3 days on site - London) We're looking for a strong Azure Cloud Engineer to support a busy platform and cloud engineering function while a longer-term permanent hire process is underway. This is a hands on engineering role suited to someone who can deliver at pace, work across cloud infrastructure and security, and contribute to technical direction without needing to operate as a full time architect. The environment is highly regulated, so experience within insurance, financial services, legal, or professional services environments is strongly preferred. The Role You'll join a Platform team responsible for delivering secure, scalable Azure cloud solutions across a modern enterprise estate. The role will focus primarily on engineering and delivery, with some involvement in solution design and technical decision making where required. Working closely with platform engineers, security, and architecture teams, you'll help build, improve, and support Azure infrastructure and cloud native services using Infrastructure as Code and modern DevOps tooling. This role would suit a competent senior level cloud engineer who is comfortable "churning through" delivery work while also contributing to technical improvements and best practice. Key Responsibilities Engineer and support Azure cloud infrastructure and services across PaaS, IaaS, and container based environments Deliver Infrastructure as Code using Terraform Support cloud networking, connectivity, and security implementations within Azure Work with Azure DevOps pipelines and repositories to support CI/CD delivery Collaborate with platform, security, and architecture teams to implement secure and scalable solutions Contribute to high level and low level technical designs where needed Support containerisation and cloud native deployments Help troubleshoot and resolve platform and infrastructure issues Ensure solutions align with security standards and operational best practice Work closely with stakeholders to deliver pragmatic and scalable solutions in a regulated environment Required Experience Strong hands on Azure cloud engineering experience Experience working in highly regulated environments such as insurance, finance, legal, or professional services Strong Terraform experience Experience with containerisation technologies (Docker/Kubernetes/AKS) Good understanding of Azure networking and cloud security principles Experience working with Azure DevOps and CI/CD pipelinesStrong understanding of Azure infrastructure including PaaS and IaaS services Ability to work independently in a fast paced delivery environment Comfortable collaborating with architects and senior stakeholders Nice to Have Experience contributing to architecture or solution design Azure certifications (AZ-305 / AZ-400 etc.) Experience with scripting (PowerShell/Bash) Experience supporting cloud transformation or migration programmes