Ecs Resource Group Ltd

Network Manager Location: Winscombe, Somerset (onsite role) Salary: 37k - 45k Role Profile Your responsibilities as a Network Manager will be: Be responsible for the day-to-day operation, support, and continuous improvement of the our IT systems and digital services. Manage and develop the on-site IT support team, providing clear direction, coaching, and performance management. Own service quality, availability, and user experience, ensuring incidents and problems are managed effectively and underlying issues are addressed. Act as the senior on-site escalation point for IT issues, service concerns, and incidents. Contribute to and deliver our IT and digital strategy in collaboration with senior leadership, ensuring alignment with educational, safeguarding, and operational priorities. Work with the Head of IT Services to prepare, forecast, and manage IT budgets. Maintain oversight of the our infrastructure, cloud services, applications, and data, ensuring resilience, continuity, and security. Own cyber security controls and data protection responsibilities. Develop and maintain business continuity and disaster recovery arrangements for IT services. Manage relationships with suppliers and third-party service providers, ensuring value for money and service quality. Ensure appropriate documentation, asset records, and technical knowledge are maintained. Technical Knowledge: Windows 10 and Windows 11 Windows Server 2019 and 2022, including hybrid environments Microsoft 365 services, including Exchange Online, Intune, and identity platforms Active Directory, Group Policy, and directory services Networking technologies including TCP/IP, VLANs, switching, routing, firewalls, VPNs, and WAN connectivity Wired and wireless enterprise networking environments Virtualisation and cloud platforms, including on-prem and Azure-based services Backup, recovery, and resilience technologies Virtual desktop and remote access technologies, including AVD or equivalent ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Solutions Architect Initial 11-Month Contract Hybrid Working in Manchester 450 - 550, Inside IR35 We're working with a Global IT Services Provider who are looking for a Solution Architect to support the design and delivery of enterprise-scale systems, aligned to business and technology strategy. Key Responsibilities: Design end-to-end solutions aligned to strategy and standards. Produce clear solution architecture documentation and views. Support delivery teams and collaborate with engineering. Design microservices and event-driven architectures. Contribute to roadmaps and governance forums. Engage and influence senior stakeholders. Required Experience: Experience working as a Solution Architect within Public Sector environments (essential) Strong experience with SaaS product selection and implementation. Deep technical knowledge of microservices, APIs, and file-based integrations. Experience designing event-driven architectures and modern integration patterns. Strong background in public cloud technologies and architecture design. Experience producing high-quality architecture documentation and solution views. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills at senior level. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

SC Cleared VMware Automation Consultant Initial 3-Month Contract On-site - Corsham 650 - 850 p/day, Inside IR35 We're working with a Global IT Services Provider who are looking for an SC Cleared VMware Automation Consultant to optimise and enhance an on-prem IaaS platform, improving onboarding and driving best practice adoption. Key Responsibilities: Optimise VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 5.2 environment Provide guidance on Service Broker and support service template creation Define and implement cloud guardrails (networking, tagging, naming, quotas) Enhance dashboards and tagging across Aria Automation and vRealize Operations Deliver knowledge transfer on VCF 9 and future platform capabilities Provide expertise across VCF APIs, VPC templates, and NSX Required Experience: Strong VMware Aria Automation experience and wider VMware ecosystem knowledge Proven experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), ideally 5.x Experience implementing cloud governance, guardrails, and automation Good understanding of NSX (segmentation and networking) Experience improving onboarding within IaaS/private cloud environments Active SC Clearance required ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Azure Cloud Manager Initial 6-Month Contract Remote Working 700 - 850, Inside IR35 We're working with a Global IT Services Provider who are looking for an Azure Cloud Manager to support the to shape cloud strategy, cloud adoption, and provide leadership across public cloud initiatives. Key Responsibilities: Provide strategic leadership for the organisation's Public Cloud and Cloud Centre of Excellence (CCoE). Define and establish a sustainable CCoE capability. Shape the cloud strategy with an Azure-first approach aligned to Enterprise Scale frameworks. Act as a bridge between IT and business to drive cloud adoption and value. Support cloud governance, best practices, and standards across the organisation. Engage senior stakeholders to align cloud initiatives with business and technology strategy. Required Experience: Proven experience leading or establishing a Cloud Centre of Excellence (CCoE) within large enterprise organisations. Strong background in public cloud strategy, particularly Microsoft Azure. Experience operating at senior leadership level within cloud transformation programmes. Ability to bridge technical cloud initiatives with business strategy. Strong stakeholder management across senior business and technology leaders. Experience shaping cloud governance, operating models, and enterprise cloud adoption frameworks. Ability to travel to London for infrequent meetings. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Data Centre Design Engineer - Lead / Consulting Inside IR35 Long-term Contract 50% Remote 50% European/US Travel (Expensed) IT Services Provider We are seeking an experienced Data Centre Design Engineer to join a major IT Services provider in a lead, design-assurance role supporting large-scale European data centre programmes. This is not a pure build role. You'll act as a technical authority, reviewing designs, shaping delivery plans, and overseeing implementation across complex, enterprise environments. Key Responsibilities Review and approve data centre designs (new build and expansion) Act as lead technical engineer / design authority Develop high-level delivery and implementation plans Provide technical governance throughout the project lifecycle Oversee implementation and resolve design or delivery risks Engage with internal teams, vendors, and customer stakeholders Support design sign-off and senior technical discussions Required Experience: Strong experience delivering large-scale data centre deployments Proven data centre design background (compute, storage, network, power, cooling) Experience operating as a lead engineer or technical authority Able to translate designs into practical delivery plans Comfortable overseeing delivery rather than day-to-day build Willing to travel across Europe/US (approx. 50%) Desirable: Exposure to AI / HPC data centre environments (e.g. GPU-dense, NVIDIA platforms) Experience with high-density, high-power DC designs Background working for an IT services provider or systems integrator Contract Details: Inside IR35 Long-term contract potential 50% remote / 50% European travel (fully expensed) Competitive day rate (experience dependent) Apply now to discuss the role in more detail. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Cyber Security Business Architect Initial 6-month Contract Role Fully Remote 650 - 780, Inside IR35 We're recruiting for an experience Business Architect to support the development of Cyber Security operating models within a large enterprise environment. Key Responsibilities: Develop and document business architecture for Cyber Security capabilities. Create capability maps, capability models, and operating model views. Map current and target-state value streams across cyber defence and vulnerability management. Identify capability gaps, inefficiencies, and improvement opportunities. Support the design of cyber target operating models and capability roadmaps. Facilitate workshops and collaborate with cyber, technology, risk, and architecture stakeholders. Produce architecture artefacts including capability maps, value stream diagrams, and operating model documentation. Required Experience: Proven experience as a Business Architect or Enterprise Architect within financial services or global banking (essential) Experience working across Cyber Security domains including Vulnerability Management, Cyber Defence, Security Operations, and Threat Management Familiarity with business architecture frameworks (e.g. TOGAF) Strong capability modelling and value stream mapping experience in complex organisations. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Contract HCX Consultant, London, Hybrid - 6 months We are seeking a skilled HCX Consultant for a contract position in London. The ideal candidate will be an expert in VMware HCX and possess strong experience with Site Recovery Manager (SRM) and Software-Defined Data Centre (SDDC) technologies. Responsibilities:- Design, implement, and manage VMware HCX solutions to facilitate seamless cloud migration and hybrid cloud environments.- Collaborate with clients to understand their infrastructure requirements and provide tailored solutions using HCX.- Integrate and optimise SRM and SDDC solutions to enhance system resilience and scalability.- Provide technical expertise and guidance during project planning, execution, and post-implementation support.- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to HCX, SRM, and SDDC configurations and performance. Qualifications:- Proven experience as an HCX Consultant or similar role, with a deep understanding of VMware HCX.- Strong proficiency in SRM and SDDC technologies.- Experience with vRealize Network Insight (VRNI) is a plus.- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.- Relevant certifications in VMware technologies are highly desirable. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Contract SDDC Manager, London, Hybrid, 6 Months. Job Description: We are seeking an experienced SDDC Manager to oversee and execute upgrades from VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) 9.0.2 to 9.1 and 5.2.2 to 9.1. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in ESXi/vCenter, NSX networking, and vSAN storage. Key Responsibilities: - Manage and execute the upgrade process for VCF environments from version 9.0.2 to 9.1 and 5.2.2 to 9.1.- Ensure minimal disruption and downtime during upgrades.- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful implementation and integration.- Monitor system performance post-upgrade and resolve any issues promptly.- Maintain documentation of processes and configurations. Required Skills and Experience: - Extensive experience with VMware ESXi and vCenter.- Proficient in NSX networking technologies.- Strong knowledge of vSAN storage solutions.- Proven track record of managing and executing complex upgrade projects.- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.- Strong communication skills to collaborate with various stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications: - VMware certifications in relevant areas.- Experience with previous VCF upgrades.- Familiarity with automation tools and scripting. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Contract VCF Architect, 2 days onsite, 3 days remote 6 months Job Description: We are seeking a skilled Contract VCF Architect with expertise in VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and associated technologies, including HCX, SRM, and SDDC, to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for designing, implementing, and optimising virtual cloud infrastructure solutions to meet our business needs. Key Responsibilities: - Design and implement VMware Cloud Foundation architecture and solutions.- Utilise HCX (Hybrid Cloud Extension) to facilitate workload mobility across cloud environments.- Implement and manage Site Recovery Manager (SRM) for disaster recovery solutions.- Develop and optimise Software-Defined Data Centre (SDDC) strategies and deployments.- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align cloud architecture with business objectives.- Provide technical guidance and support for cloud infrastructure projects.- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to VCF, HCX, SRM, and SDDC components.- Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices in cloud architecture. Required Skills and Qualifications: - Proven experience as a VCF Architect or similar role.- Extensive knowledge of VMware Cloud Foundation architecture.- Hands-on experience with HCX, SRM, and SDDC technologies.- Strong understanding of cloud infrastructure and virtualisation concepts.- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.- Effective communication and collaboration skills. Preferred Qualifications: - VMware certifications (e.g., VCP, VCAP, VCDX) are a plus.- Experience in large-scale cloud migration projects.- Familiarity with additional VMware products and solutions. Contact (url removed) ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

SC Cleared Splunk Consultant Remote Working Initial 3-month Contract 550 - 610, Inside IR35 We're working with an IT Services Provider who are looking for an experienced SC Cleared Splunk Consultant to support the onboarding of assets and documentation for an existing Splunk Cloud environment. Key Responsibilities: Onboarding assets into an existing Splunk Cloud instance Ensure successful integration and configuration of assets into the platform. Completing and maintaining documentation for the environment Collaborating with infrastructure, Unix, and Wintel teams as needed Troubleshooting and resolving SIEM-related issues during onboarding Working independently to deliver tasks within agreed timelines Required Experience: Hands-on experience with Splunk Cloud administration and support Strong Unix/Linux and Wintel experience Solid understanding of system configuration, security, and compliance SC Clearance - essential ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Linux Engineer 12-month Contract Fully Remote 450 - 485 p/day, Inside IR35 We're recruiting on behalf of a global IT Services Provider who are looking for a Linux Engineer to support Red Hat Enterprise Linux administration. Key responsibilities: Building and configuring Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments Building and configuring Linux servers and Apache, including testing network connectivity Supporting core Linux administration activities across the estate Performing system updates, patching, and basic hardening Supporting core Linux administration and virtual machine provisioning Required experience: Proven experience working as a Linux Engineer Strong Red Hat Enterprise Linux administration experience Proven ability to build and configure Linux servers and Apache Knowledge of Ansible and automation principles (desirable) Awareness of MariaDB, MySQL, VMware and networking (including NGINX/load balancing) ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Customer Service Administrator 2 Month Contract (Likely to be extended) Location: Dartford (Office-Based) Rate: 130 per day (Inside IR35) We are working with a leading IT services company that is seeking a Customer Service Administrator to support a large-scale Device Refresh Project. You'll be joining a young office team and providing essential administrative support to keep the project running smoothly. Key Responsibilities: Making outbound calls to users to arrange device deliveries and collections Updating and maintaining spreadsheets and project trackers Monitoring and recording Proof of Deliveries (PODs) Managing tickets within the customer system (ServiceNow) Providing general administrative support as required Skills & Experience Needed: Strong customer service background with confidence communicating across multiple channels Good organisation and attention to detail Basic Excel / spreadsheet skills BPSS clearance within the last 6 months - or willingness to be checked prior to starting If you're available and would like to learn more, please contact: (url removed) or (phone number removed) ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Copilot Studio Consultant Fully Remote Initial 3-months 600 - 800, Inside IR35 We're partnering with an IT Services Provider who are looking for a Copilot Studio Consultant to build AI agents into production; you will work deeply with Copilot, turning agent concepts into scalable, production-ready solutions. Responsibilities: Build and deploy AI agents using Copilot Studio. Optimize performance and reliability for production environments. Integrate agents with existing systems and workflows. Establish best practices for agent lifecycle management. Requirements: Proven experience with Copilot Studio and agent deployment. Experience delivering solutions within the Microsoft stack (Power Platform, M365 etc.) Proven experience building end-to-end solutions using Power Automate and Copilot Studio or Virtual Agents. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

DBA Lead - Sybase IQ Initial 3-month Contract Role Hybrid working in London 550 - 600, Inside IR35 We're partnering with a Global IT Services Provider supporting them with the search for a Sybase IQ DBA Lead to manage and improve SAP IQ environments for large-scale analytics and date warehousing. Responsibilities: Lead SAP IQ database administration, including monitoring, performance tuning, and optimisation. Oversee near-line storage (NLS) solutions and integration with SAP HANA. Plan and run database upgrades, patching, migrations, and disaster recovery processes. Implement and enforce database best practices, standards, and governance. Collaborate with data engineering, analytics, and business teams to support high-volume data ingestion and reporting. Troubleshoot and resolve complex database issues to ensure high availability and reliability. Requirements: Extensive SAP IQ (Sybase IQ) DBA experience. Strong experience with analytics-focused databases optimized for large-scale data warehousing. Hands-on with performance tuning, monitoring, and troubleshooting for Sybase IQ NLS and SAP HANA integration experience is a plus. ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

3rd Line Microsoft Engineer Location: Belgravia, London (5x days onsite per week) Day Rate: 270.00 per day Length: 3 months About the Role We're looking for a highly skilled 3rd Line Microsoft Engineer to join our growing IT & Cloud Services team. This is a hands-on technical role where you'll act as an escalation point for complex issues, drive Microsoft cloud adoption, and help enhance our modern workplace environment. You'll play a key part in supporting, securing, and optimising our Microsoft ecosystem - with a strong focus on Entra ID, Intune, PowerShell, Azure services, and email security (Mimecast). What You'll Be Doing Acting as a senior escalation point for 2nd Line teams and resolving complex Microsoft-related incidents. Administering, managing, and troubleshooting Entra ID (Azure AD) including conditional access, identity protection, authentication and SSO. Creating, deploying, and managing Intune policies, configuration profiles, compliance policies, and application deployments. Developing and maintaining PowerShell scripts to automate tasks and improve service efficiency. Supporting and administering Mimecast including policies, mail flow, security setups, impersonation protection and overall email continuity. Managing Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365, Exchange Online and related cloud services. Participating in project work such as cloud migrations, security uplift programmes, and endpoint modernisation. Ensuring systems follow security best practices and compliance standards. Documenting solutions, creating runbooks, and contributing to continuous improvement. What We're Looking For Strong background in 3rd Line / Senior Support roles Deep knowledge of Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Azure AD, and modern identity/security Hands-on experience building and configuring policies in Microsoft Intune Solid PowerShell scripting skills Experience supporting and configuring Mimecast Strong understanding of Windows client OS, device management, Exchange Online, and cloud security ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

RPA Consultant Contract Inside IR35 Remote 1-2 Months We are seeking an experienced RPA Consultant to review, optimise and support the migration of an existing automation solution into a cloud-based environment. The current estate (3 production workflows) requires technical assessment, remediation and structured migration aligned to best practice. Key Responsibilities Conduct a health check of existing RPA workflows (design quality, error handling, logging, security, environment configuration). Produce and implement a prioritised improvement plan. Review and validate cloud architecture and deployment approach. Support migration of unattended RPA processes to a cloud VM environment. Perform end-to-end testing to ensure stability and performance. Provide documentation and structured knowledge transfer to internal stakeholders. Required Experience Strong experience delivering RPA / intelligent automation solutions (e.g. Power Automate, UiPath, Blue Prism or similar). Experience migrating automation solutions from on-premise to cloud environments. Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure, identity management and security best practice. Proven experience conducting RPA health checks, remediation and optimisation. Comfortable engaging with business stakeholders and translating technical improvements into operational outcomes. Contract Details: Inside IR35 Remote Duration: 1-2 months ECS Resource Group are an Equal Opportunity Employer, for more information please click the following link: (url removed) In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, if you require an alternative form of application please click the following link: Flexible Application Process - (url removed)/work/flexible-application-process

Business Development Manager - Managed Solutions (Connectivity) Location: Remote UK Package: Up to 75k + Double OTE + Car Our client, a leading UK Managed Connectivity Solutions provider, is seeking a highly driven Business Development Manager. This role is central to driving new business growth across Connectivity, Networking, Secure Access Service Edge (SASE), and Unified Communications & Experience (UC&X) solutions. The successful candidate will identify and secure new opportunities, build lasting client relationships, and position the company's innovative solutions to new customers. Key Responsibilities New Business Development - Proactively identify, engage, and secure new customers to expand market presence in Connectivity, Networking, SASE, and UC&X. Strategic Sales Planning - Develop and execute sales strategies aligned with business objectives and emerging market opportunities. Customer Engagement - Build and maintain strong relationships with C-level executives, IT leaders, and procurement teams to understand business needs and deliver tailored solutions. Solution Selling - Collaborate with technical teams to design, present, and propose solutions that demonstrate clear value and meet customer requirements. Market & Competitor Analysis - Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and market shifts to shape and refine sales approaches. Collaboration - Work closely with internal teams, including pre-sales, marketing, and service delivery, to ensure a seamless and positive customer experience. Pipeline Management - Manage and maintain a robust sales pipeline using CRM tools, providing accurate forecasts and performance reports to leadership. Target Achievement - Consistently deliver against agreed KPIs and sales targets. Previous Experience Proven experience in business development or sales within the Connectivity, Networking, SASE, or UC&X sectors. Strong understanding of connectivity solutions (MPLS, SD-WAN, DIA, 5G), networking (LAN/WAN, security), SASE frameworks, and UC&X technologies (VoIP, Teams, Contact Centre solutions). Track record of achieving and exceeding sales targets in a competitive B2B environment. Strong commercial awareness and ability to position complex solutions to align with customer needs. Ability to communicate complex technical solutions in a clear, compelling manner to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Excellent negotiation, presentation, and relationship-building skills. Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal teams. Competent project, time management, and organisational skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage successfully at all levels. Persuasive, diplomatic, and commercially astute with strong decision-making ability. Creative thinker with the ability to generate and follow through on new ideas. Strong customer service orientation and relationship management techniques. Qualifications & Technical Competence Degree-level education or equivalent (ideally in a relevant discipline). Proficiency with CRM tools (Salesforce preferred) ECS Resource Group are an Equal Opportunity Employer, for more information please click the following link: (url removed) In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, if you require an alternative form of application please click the following link: Flexible Application Process - (url removed)/work/flexible-application-process

Power Platform Developer Location - Watford or Horsham Salary - 45,000 - 55,000 per annum Permanent Hybrid - 3 days in office, 2 working from home after successful completion of the 3 month probation period As a Digital Solutions Engineer, you will play a key role in the development and maintenance of Microsoft Power Platform applications and SharePoint environments. You will work collaboratively with a global team, providing technical expertise and innovative solutions to meet business needs while adhering to best practices and governance strategies Your responsibilities in the role Manage incidents and problems related to Power Platform and SharePoint environments. Perform change management activities, from small amendments to large-scale projects. Proactively monitor solutions and address emerging issues in SharePoint and Power Platform architecture. Ensure adherence to ICT policies and governance strategies for existing apps and workflows. Develop and integrate Power Automate workflows with external toolsets. Support international colleagues through service management and relationship building. Redevelop and decommission outdated forms and workflows. Provide user guidance, training, and create service documentation. Maintain up-to-date service knowledge to enhance user experiences and reduce service overhead Skills and Experience Accredited Microsoft Power Platform or SharePoint qualifications (desired). Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Power Platform, and SharePoint Online (essential). Strong experience with Power Apps and Power Automate (essential). Familiarity with additional tools like Power Pages, Power BI, Azure Portal, and Power Virtual Agent (desirable). Knowledge of SharePoint 16 & 19, PowerShell, and web services (desirable). ITIL awareness and experience using IT service management tools (desirable). ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

SC Cleared (FinOps Business Analyst) Location: Hybrid / London Contract: Outside IR35 Clearance: SC (must be live) Start: Immediate Duration: 5 weeks initially We are seeking an experienced SC-cleared FinOps Business Analyst to support a national data optimisation project. This is a financial data consumption and cost efficiency role - not technical data engineering. The focus is on understanding how departments use data, identifying waste, and recommending improved models and contracts. Key Responsibilities: Review data service contracts and SLAs for efficiency, effectiveness, and value for money (VFM). Engage with departments and service providers to understand usage, behaviours, and pain points. Analyse consumption patterns to identify waste and opportunities for optimisation. Co-design improved operating models, focusing on fair usage, continuous improvement, and sector-wide efficiency. Deliver a clear set of business change options, a recommended data service model, and a roadmap for transition. Requirements: Proven experience in FinOps, cloud/SaaS cost optimisation, or financial data services. Strong business analysis skills; able to understand non-technical data requirements. Experienced in stakeholder engagement across business and service teams. Strong commercial awareness; capable of reviewing contracts and SLAs. SC clearance (live) - must be immediately available. Remote, but will required trips to London outside IR35, with potential extension into implementation Those without SC, active need not apply ECS Resource Group are an Equal Opportunity Employer, for more information please click the following link: (url removed) In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, if you require an alternative form of application please click the following link: Flexible Application Process - (url removed)/work/flexible-application-process

Senior Gaming Programmer Location: Remote Length: Permanent Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 Exciting opportunity to join an award winning and highly passionate Gaming company based in the Midlands. We are looking for a Senior Programmer who has vast experience in the Gaming industry and a proven track record applying C++ to games...... click apply for full job details