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Lead Cloud Engineer (Azure) - Build the Future from the Heart of Nature Up to £76,000 + Excellent Benefits Lake District HQ + Flexible Remote Working Are you a cloud engineering leader who wants to shape the future of Azure infrastructure - while enjoying the serenity and beauty of one of the UK's most stunning regions? This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking tech organisation that's driving innovation in cloud architecture and delivery. As Lead Cloud Engineer , you'll head up the cloud engineering practice, guiding technical standards, mentoring engineers, and remaining hands-on with cutting-edge Azure technologies - all while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of living and working in the Lake District . Whether you're hiking through breathtaking landscapes or solving complex cloud challenges, this role offers the perfect balance of impact, innovation, and inspiration . What You'll Be Doing: Lead and evolve cloud engineering best practices across the organisation. Architect and maintain high-performance Azure infrastructure using IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. Drive automation to streamline deployment, monitoring, and maintenance. Implement robust security controls and ensure compliance with cloud governance. Act as a technical mentor and coach to cloud engineers. Collaborate across agile delivery teams and central cloud platform functions. Be the final escalation point for critical incidents and service issues. Champion continuous improvement and resilience in live services. Who You'll Work With: You'll collaborate with cloud architects, infrastructure engineers, developers, SecOps specialists, and delivery managers - all working together to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing cloud solutions. What You'll Bring: 6+ years of hands-on Azure cloud engineering experience. Deep expertise in Azure networking, security, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC). Strong knowledge of Microsoft's Well-Architected Framework. Experience with CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps Pipelines, GitHub Actions). Proficiency in Scripting (PowerShell, Bash). Experience in regulated environments (eg financial services) is a plus. Skills & Attributes: Inspirational leadership and mentoring capabilities. Strategic thinking with a focus on operational excellence. Passion for secure, scalable cloud architecture. Strong communicator and collaborator. Commercially aware with a customer-first mindset. Risk-conscious and compliance-driven. Enthusiastic about learning and sharing knowledge. Why This Role is Special: Work from the Lake District - enjoy a lifestyle that blends nature and technology. Flexible remote working - with access to a collaborative HQ when needed. Lead a cloud-first transformation - in a business that values innovation and agility. Make a real impact - shaping cloud strategy and mentoring future tech leaders. If you're ready to lead cloud innovation in a role that offers technical challenge, strategic influence, and lifestyle balance , this is your moment. Apply now and take your career to new heights - from the heart of the Lake District. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit our website Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Head of IT Head of Information Technology / Head of Information Systems - IT Strategy, Technology Leadership, Line Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Governance; Management oversight of: Infrastructure/Cloud, Datacentre, Service Delivery, Applications, ERP, Security, Vendor Management, Programme Management; ITIL. Permanent, East Kent / Hybrid (3/2). £95k - £110k +Bonus +Benefits (Negotiable of experience). Head of IT / Head of Information Systems required by leading organisation within the heavy building materials, logistics and construction industry. The Head of IT / Head of Information Systems will be responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, development, and management of information systems and technology infrastructure across all business units. This role ensures that IT operations are aligned with busine strategy and drive digital transformation initiatives. The successful candidate will lead the design, implementation, and maintenance of secure, scalable, and efficient systems (Enterprise Software Applications, Infrastructure and while managing IT operations, governance, cybersecurity, data strategy, compliance and budgets. As such you will have ultimate responsibility for: IT Strategy, Digital Transformation, IT Programmes and the evolution of the IT environment Oversight of the design, delivery and management of all IT systems inc Applications, Infrastructure (Desktop, Server inc Datacentre, Cloud, Networks etc) Service Delivery, ITIL processes and support for a mid-sized national userbase IT Security and Governance inc InfoSec Policy and Procedure Senior level business stakeholder engagement and advisory Line and subsequent matrix management of a multi-disciplinary team Budgetary management and reporting Vendor selection and management including contract management You may have been working in either a Head of IT, Head of Information Systems, IT Director, CIO, CTO (or deputy) role ideally within mid-sized corporate environments. We welcome candidates from a range of backgrounds but any experience within building services, construction, engineering, primary industry, logistics or related sectors would be of additional interest. You will however be able to demonstrate: Significant experience gained in IT leadership roles at a senior level with overall Strong leadership and management oversight experience of a small teams of Infrastructure, Application Support, Service Delivery and Project / Programme Management functions Vendor and departmental budgetary management responsibility Proven experience in enterprise IT management, systems integration, cybersecurity, and digital transformation (ERP/CRM/Azure Cloud, Networks etc) Hands-on senior level Programme and Project Management expertise Strong knowledge of IT governance frameworks (e.g., ITIL) and compliance standards. Experience managing IT operations across multiple sites or business units is highly desirable. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Information Systems, or a related field ITIL awareness and Change Management This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable, well-established leader in the construction industry during a time of operational change; you will be instrumental in leading and shaping the IT / IS environment over many years to come. You will need a driving license and car to reach the company's head offices. Easily commutable from Canterbury, Whitstable, Herne Bay, Ramsgate, Deal, Folkestone, Dover, Faversham, Thanet or Ashford, Kent.

Job Title: Deputy Head of Engineering Day Rate: Circa £650+ per day, inside ir35 Clearance Required: DV Clearance (Developed Vetting) Location: Milton Keynes OR Glasgow, 3 days per week. Duration: 6 Months We are seeking an experienced Deputy Head of Engineering to support the Head of Engineering in driving the strategic direction, operational excellence, and continuous improvement of the Platform Engineering Team .This is a key leadership role helping to shape and deliver the digital transformation goals of a major UK Government department. You will oversee engineering operations, resource planning , and the delivery of key initiatives , while fostering a culture of technical excellence, DevOps practices, and collaboration across teams. Key Responsibilities Support the Head of Engineering in setting the strategic direction for the Platform Engineering Team. Oversee day-to-day engineering operations and resource planning to ensure successful delivery of key projects. Lead governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Champion DevOps culture, automation, and continuous improvement. Skills & Experience Broad technical knowledge across cloud, infrastructure, security, and automation . Hands-on experience with Azure , Intune , Entra , PKI , and containerisation technologies. Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high-profile digital transformation programme , shaping engineering practices and delivering secure, cutting-edge platforms for government services. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Introduction Saab UK is part of Scandinavia's largest defence company, bringing together the best of Swedish and British innovation. Saab offers world-leading solutions and services in defence, aviation, space, and civil security to keep people and society safe. Our UK presence has been growing at pace, meaning we can offer a wide range of opportunities for personal fulfilment and career growth. We currently employ over 600 people across eight sites in the UK, and our specialisations include software engineering, underwater robotics, radars, AI, and armed forces training. What you will be part of Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters. Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world. Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here The Role You will be part of Public Safety Solutions (PSS), which develops advanced software applications and solutions for mission critical control room operations including for Police, Fire & Rescue and Airports. As a Systems Engineer you will provide technical support to customers, projects and development teams. Working with engineers based in both the UK and Sweden, to maintain and update SAFE and its related integrated systems and services. You will gain a comprehensive knowledge of the SAFE operating environment, configuration and core functionality, as well as deep expertise in system components and integrations. This is a fully remote position with the option of working from the Hull office. Occasional travel will be required to our customer sites. How we work A team of self-motivated individuals with the ability to work unsupervised supporting a mission critical service. Working to towards a 99.999% availability, our collaborative team follows a DevOps approach to provide a service with constantly evolving priorities and growing customer base. As a team, we are working on the goal of transforming in to Site Reliability Engineers (SRE). We are looking to expand this team with the addition of the right person that will both complement our existing skills and help us to grow through continuous improvement. Key responsibilities Deploy, maintain and support SAFE operating environments for customers. Provide 2nd and 3rd line support to customers as part of service operations team. Maintaining on-premise and Cloud infrastructure, server builds, configurations and patching. Planning, testing and documentation of installations and changes. Advising projects and customers with technical matters and system troubleshooting relating to infrastructure, applications and environments. Be part of an on call weekly rotation shared across the Support and Operations teams. Experience/Qualifications Essential requirements Demonstrable knowledge and experience in 3 or more of the following: Microsoft Windows Server Microsoft SQL Server Networking (Load balancing, Firewalls, TCP/IP) Linux (Debian or RHEL) Telephony/UC (SIP, ACD, VOIP) Active Directory (ADFS, domain management, users/groups, policies, certificates etc.) Infrastructure management and maintenance (COTS hardware & Virtualisation - VMware, Hyper-V) Good knowledge and experience of ITIL Experience of managing high availability environments and systems or with similar critical infrastructure delivery experience. Highly attentive with the ability to deal with changing priorities and context switching. A positive attitude to innovation, change and transformation are essential characteristics to be successful in this role. Excellent communication skills - written and verbal. Desirable, but not essential Familiarity with Agile methodologies, tools and ways of working. Experience and knowledge of CI/CD tools. Experience in scripting/coding (Python, C#, PowerShell). Experience of common automation tools (Terraform, Ansible). Experience with monitoring solutions (Nagios, Zabbix, NetCool, Icinga, Elastic). Previous experience of working in a DevOps environment. If you aspire to help create and innovate whilst developing yourself in a challenging team setting, Saab may well have the perfect conditions for you to grow. We pride ourselves on a nurturing environment, where everyone is different yet we share the same goal - to help protect people.

Platform Engineering Manager - Manchester (Hybrid) - Salary: £90,000 + Bonus The Company: Lorien are working with a Manchester-based tech business that's investing heavily in its platform capabilities. With a focus on innovation and scalability, they're building out a high-performing engineering function to support a 24/7 live environment. As part of this growth, they're looking for an experienced Platform Engineering Manager to lead a key area of the team. The Role: This is a leadership role that blends technical oversight, strategic input, and team management. You'll be responsible for maintaining and enhancing a hybrid cloud and on-premise infrastructure that underpins a revenue-generating platform. Working alongside the Head of Platform, you'll guide a subset of the engineering team, providing mentorship, technical direction, and support across critical projects.You'll remain hands-on where needed, ensuring that platform stability, performance, and security are prioritised in every decision. The Skill Requirements: We're looking for candidates with a mix of the following: Proven track record leading platform teams in high-availability environments Strong understanding of hybrid platforms (VMware + AWS is ideal, but OK with Azure/GCP) Experience with CI/CD tooling and pipelines (Jenkins ideal) Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, Ansible) Hands-on experience with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes, Helm) Scripting knowledge (Python, Bash, etc.) Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills The Benefits: Salary up to £90,000 + bonus Hybrid working model Flexible working hours 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Opportunity to lead platform development in a tech first business If you're ready to take on a strategic leadership role in a business investing in its future, we'd love to hear from you. Interviews are being arranged now, send over your CV to be considered Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Azure Engineer / Cloud Operations Lead - Worthing / Hybrid £70,000 - £75,000 plus benefits / bonus - Hybrid working in Worthing office 2 days per week Core notes: Strength as a lead and strong technically. Azure / Azure Native Services. PaaS. IaaS. Terraform / Infrastructure as Code (IaC). Huge opportunity to grow. Overview of the Senior Azure Engineer / Cloud Operations Lead position: A large organisation that has far reaching impacts on the environment, the community and our ecosystem, seek an experienced Senior Azure Engineer / Cloud Operations Lead to help play a critical role in the design, implementation, and ongoing operation of the companies cloud infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on Microsoft Azure. As a key technical contributor within the Cloud Operations function, you will be responsible for ensuring that cloud-based services are available, secure, efficient, and cost-effective. This includes provisioning and managing compute, storage, networking, and identity services, as well as supporting the use of advanced PaaS capabilities and analytics platforms. You will be in a hands-on role that demands strong technical expertise, a problem-solving mindset, and a proactive approach to continuous improvement. You will support the development and operation of cloud Landing Zones and act as a trusted delivery partner for internal stakeholders and project teams. By applying DevOps and automation principles, you will reduce manual overhead, accelerate delivery cycles, and improve operational resilience. You will contribute to broader strategic goals by supporting the shift from traditional on-premises infrastructure to scalable, cloud-native services aligned with an "as-a-service" delivery model. As the Senior Cloud Operations Engineer you will also work closely with security, compliance, and disaster recovery teams to ensure that cloud services are not only high-performing and flexible, but also resilient and governed appropriately. As they continue to grow its cloud footprint, this position offers an opportunity to shape how cloud services are delivered across the business. It is ideal for someone looking to deepen their technical expertise while contributing to a major enterprise-wide transformation in digital infrastructure. Responsibilities for the Senior Azure Engineer / Cloud Operations Lead position: Azure Cloud Engineering: Build, configure, and maintain Azure cloud environments (IaaS, PaaS, storage, networking, identity). Deploy and support Azure Landing Zones in line with enterprise architecture standards. Support the transition from IaaS to PaaS services by designing and implementing modern cloud-native solutions. Monitor and manage cloud workloads to ensure availability, performance, and security. Operations & Automation: Implement infrastructure as code (IaC) using tools such as Bicep, ARM templates, or Terraform. Automate provisioning, scaling, and maintenance of cloud resources using DevOps pipelines and scripts (PowerShell, Azure CLI, CI/CD etc.). Monitor system health, respond to incidents, and participate in root cause analysis and continuous improvement. Security, Governance & Compliance: Enforce cloud security best practices, including role-based access control (RBAC), encryption, and secure networking. Support compliance with internal policies and regulatory standards by ensuring guardrails and policies are in place. Collaborate with Security Operations and Compliance teams to remediate vulnerabilities and audit issues. Knowledge And Skills Needed for the Senior Azure Engineer / Cloud Operations Lead position: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field or equivalent work experience. Extensive experience with Microsoft Azure cloud services and PaaS/IaaS solutions. Strong knowledge of landing zone architecture and best practices. Proven experience in defining and implementing cloud infrastructure standards and best practices. Infrastructure as Code (IaC): Knowledge of IaC tools like Terraform or CloudFormation to provision and manage infrastructure resources programmatically. Containerisation and Orchestration: Proficient with container technologies like Docker and container orchestration platforms such as Kubernetes. Automation: Strong scripting skills (e.g., Python, PowerShell) and the ability to automate routine tasks and deployment processes for efficiency and consistency. Security: Expertise in cloud security best practices, identity and access management (IAM), encryption, and compliance frameworks (e.g., PCI DSS, NIST). Networking: Strong knowledge of cloud networking concepts, including virtual networks, subnets, security groups, load balancers, and VPN configurations. DevOps Principles: An understanding of DevOps practices and the ability to integrate development and operations workflows for faster and more reliable deployments. FinOps (Cloud Financial Operations): Experience with managing cloud costs, optimising cloud spending, and implementing FinOps principles to drive cost-effective cloud strategies while balancing performance and scalability. Senior Azure Engineer / Cloud Operations Lead - Worthing / Hybrid £70,000 - £75,000 plus benefits / bonus - Hybrid working in Worthing office 2 days per week

Cyber Security Engineer Salary from £45,000 Up to 10% bonus40 Hours Per Week Doxford Park, Sunderland - Hybrid Working At Northern Gas Networks (NGN), we're on a mission to keep our networks, systems, and people secure in an increasingly complex digital world. To help us stay ahead of evolving threats, we are looking for a Cyber Security Engineer who is passionate about protecting critical infrastructure, building resilience, and raising security awareness across the business. This goes beyond simply reviewing logs or fixing vulnerabilities; it's about redefining how security is perceived and integrated across everything we do. You will take a hands-on role in incident response, lead initiatives to strengthen our security posture, and be a key force in ensuring NGN stays ahead of evolving cyber threats. Please Note: National Security Vetting is a requirement for this role Key Accountabilities & Responsibilities Take the lead in detecting, responding to, and resolving security incidents Proactively monitor threats, manage vulnerabilities, and maintain robust system security controls Collaborate closely with Infrastructure and Service Delivery teams to safeguard our AWS and enterprise environments Investigate and assess security events, prioritising critical risks and driving effective remediation Conduct simulated attacks and lead awareness initiatives to strengthen our security-first culture Contribute to the delivery of our NIS Directive Improvement Plan, ensuring compliance becomes a strategic advantage, not just a checkbox What we are looking for Experience with SIEM tools, logging, and cyber incident response Strong knowledge of EDR/AV solutions, vulnerability testing, and management Familiarity with Office 365, Active Directory, and network security (TCP/IP) Understanding of SCCM, Intune, patching processes, and ITIL practices Hands-on experience with Windows (essential) and Linux (desirable) environments Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS desirable) and web proxy technologies Background in IT risk, controls, and cyber awareness Desirable: ITIL Foundation Certificate, SSCP Certificate If you're motivated by the idea of protecting systems that millions of people rely on and want to grow your career in a role that balances technical depth with real business impact, we would love to hear from you We encourage early applications, as the vacancy may close before the advertised deadline once we've received enough suitable candidates What we offer you Salary from £45,000 per annum Up to 10% bonus per annum 25 days annual leave (plus recognised bank holidays and 2 half days over the Christmas period) SSP for the first 2 calendar days then occupational sick pay A generous stakeholder 5/10 pension scheme Flexible benefits and salary sacrifice options from discounts on a variety of UK attractions, gym membership, restaurant discounts, experience days and much more! An array of fantastic family-friendly policies such as 6 weeks paternity leave (for eligible employees) and 6 months' full pay for employees on maternity leave (for eligible employees), as well as shared parental leave and many more! We are Northern Gas Networks. We deliver gas to 2.7 million homes and businesses in the North East, Northern Cumbria and much of Yorkshire. That's around 6.7 million individual customers. We don't generate or sell the gas, but we transport it to homes and businesses in our region through a vast network of underground pipes. In fact, we own and maintain more than 37,000km of gas pipes - enough to stretch from Leeds to Sydney and back again. We cover large cities like Newcastle, Sunderland, Leeds, York, Hull, and Bradford, and our work extends to rural areas like North Yorkshire and Cumbria. Our Values are at the heart of what we do. In addition to your key responsibilities, you will incorporate these into the daily life of your role. We are Trailblazing, Empowered, Heartfelt, Community Focused, Intellectually Curious and most of all we are Happy! Our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion culture at NGN is embedded in everything that we do. We will be delighted to hear from a diverse range of applicants, so we can continue to grow our great team of people. We are proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant, helping ex-services personnel back into employment, as well as being members of WISE (Women in Science and Engineering) and we are committed to delivering our 'Opportunity Action Plan' having signed the Social Mobility Pledge campaign, whereby we will establish our business as a 'force for good' in the communities that we serve. Next Steps - Please apply by clicking 'apply' and uploading your CV. We love to see how your experience and skills are transferable to this role so please ensure these are all included in your application. Once the advert has closed, we will be in contact within one week to let you know if you have progressed to the next stage. We are looking to hold interviews for this role throughout November. We look forward to receiving your application for the role. If you require adjustments to support you throughout the recruitment process, we want to hear about how we can help. Any applicant that requires reasonable adjustments from initial application through to interview are asked to contact the Recruitment Team at

Job Opportunity: Microsoft Azure and O365 Senior Support Engineer Location: Warrington Department: IT Reporting to: Head of IT Are you a cloud-savvy IT professional with a passion for Microsoft technologies? We're looking for a Senior Support Engineer to take ownership of our Microsoft Azure and Office 365 infrastructure, ensuring it remains secure, reliable, and high-performing. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert support and maintenance for Microsoft Azure services (VMs, networking, security, monitoring). Administer and optimize Office 365 applications including Exchange Online, SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive. Manage Azure Active Directory and identity solutions. Configure and maintain firewalls, routers, switches, and VPNs. Monitor cloud security risks and implement mitigation strategies. Support public-facing, load-balanced web servers. Document systems and processes for transparency and knowledge sharing. Troubleshoot complex technical issues with precision and efficiency. Preferred Skills: PowerShell scripting and automation. Experience with hybrid cloud environments and on-premises integration. Familiarity with compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials). Cloud cost optimization and performance tuning. Mentoring junior engineers and leading technical projects. Collaboration: You'll work closely with: IT Support, Infrastructure, Security, and Development teams. Project Managers and Technical Leads. External cloud service providers, vendors, auditors, and clients. Qualifications & Experience: Minimum 5 years in cloud support or infrastructure engineering. Proven experience managing enterprise-level Azure and O365 environments. Track record of leading cloud migration or optimization projects. Ready to take your cloud expertise to the next level? Apply now and become a key player in shaping our cloud strategy and infrastructure.

Here at the Mick George Group, we are currently recruiting a Data Engineer (T-SQL, Python) to join the Technology department. Location: Mick George Head Office - Huntingdon Working Hours: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm Pay: To be discussed during interview. Benefits: Company Pension, Employee Assistance Programme, 28-Days holiday inclusive of bank holidays, Company benefit platform, Cycle to work scheme, Internal training and Career development. Who is Mick George? One Man, One Tipper, One dream, may seem a distant memory, but the dream is very much a reality, as we find ourselves approaching 40 years since the business started trading. Now operating over 600 HGV vehicles from over 40 separate sites, employing more than 1,000 local people, gives an indication of the scale to which the business has evolved over the years and explains why the Mick George Group has grown to become one of the leading suppliers to the Construction Industry in the heart of East Anglia and East Midlands. Our aim is to ensure that we provide the highest possible standards to each and every stakeholder that comes in to contact with any aspect of our business, whether that be as an employee, supplier, customer or other. Role Purpose As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a Data Engineer with expertise in T-SQL, Python, and some SQL Database Administration (DBA) to join our dynamic team. You will play a pivotal role in the reporting, design, development, and optimisation of our data infrastructure. You will be responsible for managing and reporting on our databases, building robust data pipelines, and ensuring the integrity and performance of critical systems and data warehouses. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about data and wants to work in a fast-paced environment where they can make a big impact. Responsibilities: Develop, optimise, and maintain complex T-SQL queries, stored procedures, and functions. Design and implement efficient data pipelines. Support with maintaining Microsoft SSRS and PowerBI reporting. Support in the management of SQL Server databases, including installation, configuration, upgrades, and performance tuning. Support in monitoring database health and if necessary, troubleshoot performance issues. Ensure data quality, normalisation, security, and compliance with internal and external standards. Collaborate with and aid Business Stakeholders in the delivery of efficient data solutions. Assist in developing best practices and standards for data engineering. Adhoc tasks within the department as required Key Skills: T-SQL and SQL Server (2016 or later preferred). Python for scripting, data processing, and automation. Experience of SQL Database Administrator. Experience of SSIS ETL concepts and data warehouse design principles. Experience of Microsoft SSRS and PowerBI (or similar Reporting Technology). Understanding of Datawarehouse Principles. Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Awareness of source control systems such as Git. Exposure to cloud services (e.g., Azure) & DevOps principles. The Mick George Group is committed to providing equality of opportunity for all. The company seeks to employ a workforce that reflects the diverse community at large and values the individual's contribution irrespective of sex, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, race, colour, religion or belief, ethnic or national origin.

Head of Engineering - IT MSP Location: Maidenhead Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 depending upon experience Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Head of Engineering to lead the technical function of a growing IT Managed Service Provider based in Maidenhead. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about technology, service excellence, and building high-performing teams within a client-focused MSP environment. This role would suit an experienced engineering leader with a strong MSP background, but could also be a step up for a Senior Technical Manager or Principal Engineer ready to move into a strategic leadership position. The Role As Head of Engineering, you'll take overall responsibility for technical delivery across networking, cloud, and infrastructure services. You'll set the technical vision, lead a skilled team of engineers, and act as a trusted escalation point for complex client environments. Working closely with the senior leadership team, you'll ensure the engineering function is aligned with business goals and consistently delivers outstanding results. Key Responsibilities Lead, mentor, and develop the engineering team across multiple technical disciplines. Oversee delivery of IT solutions, ensuring quality, scalability, and customer satisfaction. Act as the final technical escalation point for complex issues across client environments. Shape and deliver the company's technical strategy and roadmap. Drive best practices in ITIL, security, and compliance frameworks. Build strong relationships with clients, vendors, and internal stakeholders. Stay ahead of emerging technologies, ensuring the MSP remains innovative and competitive. About You Proven experience in a senior technical leadership role within an MSP or IT services environment. Strong background across networking (Cisco/Aruba/Juniper), cloud (Azure/AWS), and infrastructure (VMware, Microsoft 365, Hyper-V). Excellent leadership and people management skills with a record of building and motivating high-performing teams. Client-facing experience with the ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value. Commercially aware, strategic thinker, confident in contributing to board-level discussions. Relevant certifications (CCNP, Azure, AWS, ITIL) highly desirable. Why Join? This is more than just a leadership role - it's a chance to shape the future of the engineering function, lead innovation, and directly impact the success of a fast-growing MSP. You'll be joining a collaborative organisation that values professional development and offers the opportunity to make a real difference. If you're ready to take on a rewarding leadership role and drive technical excellence in a thriving MSP, we'd love to hear from you.

Senior TechOps Engineer Location: Remote/Swindon (Mostly home-based, with travel to group offices as required) Package: Competitive salary + full benefits At tmGroup , we're taking conveyancing into a brighter, smarter, and simpler future with our award-winning technology. From instant quote tools and seamless client onboarding to comprehensive searches and robust risk management, we use our expertise in data, technology, and conveyancing to empower our clients to move forward with confidence. We're looking for an experienced Senior TechOps Engineer to lead the evolution of our technology platforms into a fully cloud-native environment. This is a hands-on senior engineering role with strategic influence. You'll take the lead in consolidating our AWS and Azure environments, migrating remaining legacy systems, and building a resilient, secure, and scalable multi-zone production platform. You'll set technical direction, implement best practices, and mentor engineers-all while delivering critical infrastructure transformation. Working closely with the Head of TechOps, CTO, and wider business, you'll help shape our IT strategy and support the standardisation of group-wide delivery functions across ID, AML, Source of Funds, and Property Search services. What you'll do Design, implement, and maintain AWS infrastructure with a strong focus on scalability, resilience, and cost optimisation. Enhance the use of Azure-powered services and optimise physical HQ networks. Lead the migration of HQ-based legacy applications and workloads into AWS, and oversee datacentre decommissioning. Champion the adoption of AWS-native and PaaS services to modernise our production environment. Implement mechanisms to support CI/CD and modern DevOps practices. Manage and improve cloud-based production environments, ensuring high availability, performance, and security. Deliver Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions for repeatable and auditable deployments. Drive monitoring, alerting, and incident response processes aligned with SRE principles. Partner with application teams to architect AWS-optimised solutions. Mentor junior engineers and foster best practices in cloud operations. Collaborate with leadership on IT strategy, risk management, and compliance. About you An experienced IT professional with substantial experience in large-scale infrastructures , operating at senior engineering level. Proven track record of leading strategies and delivering business-impacting projects across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud environments (AWS and Azure). Strong AWS expertise (EC2, RDS, S3, VPC, IAM, MSK, CloudFormation/Terraform, CloudWatch) and proven migration experience. Solid knowledge of PaaS services such as Lambda, ECS/EKS, MSK, API Gateway, and DynamoDB. Background in Windows server administration, Azure, Entra, and Intune. Skilled in CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and containerisation. Strong networking knowledge (physical and virtual). Familiar with Agile, DevOps, and information security best practices. Clear communicator with the ability to influence and collaborate across teams. Desirable: AWS professional-level certifications (e.g., Solutions Architect, DevOps Engineer). Exposure to ITIL frameworks, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, or FCA audits. Experience supporting compliance and governance in regulated environments. What we offer Competitive salary + full benefits 25 days holiday (increasing with service), private health, pension, life assurance Flexible benefits scheme covering financial, wellness, legal, and medical support Rewards platform with a wide range of selective options An opportunity to shape the future of our technology platforms, drive transformation, and play a key role in our cloud-first journey At tmGroup , we're doing things differently-and we're looking for people who want to be part of that journey. If you thrive in an evolving, change-focused environment, and want to make a genuine impact, we'd love to hear from you - apply today.

Senior GCP DevOps Engineer (Google Cloud Platform)UK Remote Working£65000 - £80000 + Equity Please note my client cannot offer VISA sponsorship for this position. Your new company I am working to recruit a Senior GCP DevOps Engineer for a hyper-growth business in the UK as they look to expand globally. It's a really unique opportunity working for an online, technology first organisation that are looking to challenge the leading names in ecommerce.The role is offered fully remote but you must be within the UK and must not require any form of Visa Sponsorship to apply - and you must have Google Cloud Platform experience. Your new role The Engineering team has mirrored the general pattern in the company; grow quickly, iterate, have fun, make an impact. As they've scaled over the last year Development squads have been formed supported by a small but experienced DevOps function, with years of GCP platform experience behind them. You'll report into the Head of Dev who is pushing best practice across the Engineering team, providing a progression path for all.This company operates like a start-up but with a product that's been in Development for 10+ years. You will understand there is some legacy/maintenance to manage and will be primarily pointed at architecting, implementing, and optimising software delivery pipelines to enhcnace the reliability, performance, and scalability of these systems.It's a very exciting time to be joining and you'll contribute to companywide initiatives to move into new territories globally and to launch a mobile app. What you'll need to succeed Cloud & Infrastructure Expertise Proven experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and Infrastructure as Code. Strong Linux skills, especially Rocky Linux, and infrastructure automation using Ansible.Containerisation & CI/CD Deep understanding of Kubernetes, containerisation, and deployment via CI/CD pipelines using Helm charts, ArgoCD, and GitOps practices.Monitoring, Security & Networking Experience designing advanced monitoring and alerting systems. Solid grasp of networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTPS, etc.) and information security risk assessment in cloud environments.Software & Database Knowledge Familiarity with Nginx, PHP, MySQL, and NoSQL technologies like RabbitMQ, SOLR, Couchbase.Leadership & Collaboration Strong communication skills and ability to lead cross-functional teams. Proven track record of driving DevOps culture, mentoring, and continuous improvement in Agile environments. Recruitment of Developers/DevOps Engineers What you'll get in return The company offers good flexibility both in terms of working hours and remote working (within the UK). There's no micromanagement here and joining at this stage in their journey you'll have a chance to share in the profits (Sharesave scheme) plus there's annual pay reviews. You'll get 26 days holiday + bank holidays and funding for technical courses/training. The company have bi-annual socials to meet and celebrate success. What you need to do now To find out more and to be considered for this position please apply directly, or contact Max Wilcock, Senior Business Director on .At Hays Technology, we are shaping the future of recruitment. The rapid adoption of cloud, which is making customer interfaces more engaging and creating a seamless engagement with businesses, means that from the foundation of your organisation up, software developers are critical to success. As the competition for talent grows, we're ready and waiting to help developers really make an impact on organisations, so talk to us today. We are Hays Technology. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Solutions Architect - DevOps / DevSecOps / MLOps Solutions Architect UNITED KINGDOM Solutions Architect - DevOps / DevSecOps / MLOps - LONDON - UNITED KINGDOM Salary: £ 160,000 (80/20 split) Remote Status: Hybrid - 3 days/week Job Description: Looking for a new pure-play Pre-Sales/Sales Engineer role at a market leader in DevOps, DevSecOps, and MLOps ? Well, this is your shot.Join a company trusted by most of the Fortune 100 to secure and accelerate their software delivery from code to production. You'll partner with strategic prospects and customers, shaping their DevOps vision and driving technical wins. You MUST Have: 7+ years in technical pre-sales or sales engineering roles Hands-on with Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, Git, build tools Solid AppSec experience: SCA, SAST, SBOM, Container Security Cloud infrastructure fluency (AWS, Azure or GCP - must especially tick this box) Proven track record building enterprise relationships - from tech champions to C-level Ability to build full DevOps pipelines with various tools Software development background? Even better. Your Role: Guide prospects and customers through their DevOps/DevSecOps journey Deliver knockout demos and drive technical wins alongside the Sales team Represent the company at industry events and conferences Train customers and community members on product capabilities Feed back frontline insights to shape the product roadmap Stay ahead of DevOps & MLOps trends and bring that expertise to every customer conversation This is not a back-office architect role. You'll be front and centre in the sales process - a trusted technical advisor driving growth. IND123

Senior Backend Engineer High-Growth Cybersecurity Scale-Up Fully Remote (Global) Are you ready to build the core systems that power one of the fastest-growing cybersecurity platforms on the planet? This is your chance to join a research-driven, venture-backed security scale-up that's trusted by some of the world's biggest enterprises and critical infrastructure providers. Recognised by Gartner, armed with $29M+ in funding, and scaling aggressively worldwide, they're on a mission to reshape how organisations stay ahead of real-world cyber threats. As a Senior Backend Engineer , you'll play a key role in building scalable, high-performance backend systems that ingest, process, and serve data on millions of assets-helping global security teams uncover exposures before attackers do. What you'll be doing: Designing and building backend services and data pipelines powering a cutting-edge cybersecurity platform Architecting scalable microservices and APIs to process massive volumes of security data Working closely with product and frontend teams to integrate backend services into the platform experience Continuously improving systems performance, deployment, and monitoring as the company scales globally What they're looking for: 5+ years' experience designing and maintaining mission-critical backend applications Strong Python engineering skills , with a track record of building performant, maintainable, and testable systems Solid background in microservices architecture Proficiency with Postgres & MongoDB (relational + non-relational) Experience with event-driven architectures and asynchronous workflows (Kafka, Airflow, etc.) Solid coding practices (clean, testable, automated) The mindset of a builder: thrives in fast-paced startup environments, takes ownership, solves complex challenges Bonus points if you've worked with: large-scale data processing, ETL pipelines, cloud deployments, or DevOps/CI-CD practices. Why join? Competitive salary + benefits Ownership and impact in a high-growth cybersecurity scale-up Work with cutting-edge technology and some of the brightest minds in the industry Fast-tracked career growth with internal progression opportunities Remote-first culture with the best tools and kit to succeed This is more than a backend engineering role - it's a chance to be part of a team building technology that helps some of the world's largest enterprises stay ahead of attackers. Interested? Let's talk - this one won't be around for long.

Head of Applications Global Leadership Role High-Growth Cybersecurity Scale-Up UK (Hybrid/Remote) This is an unmissable opportunity to join one of the fastest-scaling cybersecurity innovators on the market. Recognised by Gartner, backed by top-tier VC investors, and trusted by Fortune 500s and critical infrastructure providers, this scale-up is building the future of continuous offensive security. They're now seeking an ambitious Head of Applications to lead their global Application Technology team across the UK, Singapore, and the US. This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll shape engineering culture, drive technical excellence, and scale customer-facing SaaS systems used by some of the largest enterprises in the world. What you'll be doing: Leading and growing a global application engineering team , spanning backend and frontend systems Building critical SaaS capabilities for enterprise clients: account lifecycle, access control, notifications, logging, multi-tenancy, and more Partnering with local leads to ensure global alignment and consistent delivery standards Driving a high-performance engineering culture through structured reviews, coaching, and career development pathways Partnering with Product Design to deliver intuitive, robust enterprise workflows Tackling complex technical challenges across large-scale data pipelines, secure access, event-driven systems, and multi-tenant architectures Embedding Agile, DevOps, and best practices into the engineering organisation What they're looking for: 10+ years of experience building and managing distributed engineering teams across multiple regions Proven track record as a global leader , managing local leads and scaling high-performing teams Experience delivering enterprise-grade SaaS applications in a high-growth B2B environment Strong technical depth across: Backend: Node js, Typescript Frontend: React, Typescript Database: MySQL Cloud/Infra: AWS, ECS, K8s, Airflow, Kafka, Serverless Solid understanding of SaaS fundamentals: onboarding, authentication, SSO, granular authorisation, multi-tenancy Familiarity with workflow orchestration, asynchronous tasks, and event-driven architecture Ideally, exposure to cybersecurity platforms or large-scale security data systems Why join? Competitive compensation & benefits Key leadership role in a high-growth cybersecurity scale-up Opportunity to shape global engineering strategy and culture Work with cutting-edge technology solving complex, industry-wide challenges Endless career progression - growth and internal promotion are core to their DNA This is a rare chance to lead a global engineering function at a company reshaping how the world's biggest organisations stay ahead of attackers. If you're a proven applications leader with SaaS and security experience - this one's for you. Apply now - your next big challenge starts here.

Head of Applications Global Leadership Role High-Growth Cybersecurity Scale-Up UK (Hybrid/Remote) This is an unmissable opportunity to join one of the fastest-scaling cybersecurity innovators on the market. Recognised by Gartner, backed by top-tier VC investors, and trusted by Fortune 500s and critical infrastructure providers, this scale-up is building the future of continuous offensive security. They're now seeking an ambitious Head of Applications to lead their global Application Technology team across the UK, Singapore, and the US. This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll shape engineering culture, drive technical excellence, and scale customer-facing SaaS systems used by some of the largest enterprises in the world. What you'll be doing: Leading and growing a global application engineering team , spanning backend and frontend systems Building critical SaaS capabilities for enterprise clients: account lifecycle, access control, notifications, logging, multi-tenancy, and more Partnering with local leads to ensure global alignment and consistent delivery standards Driving a high-performance engineering culture through structured reviews, coaching, and career development pathways Partnering with Product Design to deliver intuitive, robust enterprise workflows Tackling complex technical challenges across large-scale data pipelines, secure access, event-driven systems, and multi-tenant architectures Embedding Agile, DevOps, and best practices into the engineering organisation What they're looking for: 10+ years of experience building and managing distributed engineering teams across multiple regions Proven track record as a global leader , managing local leads and scaling high-performing teams Experience delivering enterprise-grade SaaS applications in a high-growth B2B environment Strong technical depth across: Backend: Node js, Typescript Frontend: React, Typescript Database: MySQL Cloud/Infra: AWS, ECS, K8s, Airflow, Kafka, Serverless Solid understanding of SaaS fundamentals: onboarding, authentication, SSO, granular authorisation, multi-tenancy Familiarity with workflow orchestration, asynchronous tasks, and event-driven architecture Ideally, exposure to cybersecurity platforms or large-scale security data systems Why join? Competitive compensation & benefits Key leadership role in a high-growth cybersecurity scale-up Opportunity to shape global engineering strategy and culture Work with cutting-edge technology solving complex, industry-wide challenges Endless career progression - growth and internal promotion are core to their DNA This is a rare chance to lead a global engineering function at a company reshaping how the world's biggest organisations stay ahead of attackers. If you're a proven applications leader with SaaS and security experience - this one's for you. Apply now - your next big challenge starts here.

Job Title: Deputy Head of Engineering Day Rate: Circa £650+ per day, inside ir35 Clearance Required: SC clearance Location: Milton Keynes OR Glasgow, 3 days per week. Duration: 6 Months We are seeking an experienced Deputy Head of Engineering to support the Head of Engineering in driving the strategic direction, operational excellence, and continuous improvement of the Platform Engineering Team .This is a key leadership role helping to shape and deliver the digital transformation goals of a major UK Government department. You will oversee engineering operations, resource planning , and the delivery of key initiatives , while fostering a culture of technical excellence, DevOps practices, and collaboration across teams. Key Responsibilities Support the Head of Engineering in setting the strategic direction for the Platform Engineering Team. Oversee day-to-day engineering operations and resource planning to ensure successful delivery of key projects. Lead governance, risk management, and stakeholder engagement. Champion DevOps culture, automation, and continuous improvement. Skills & Experience Broad technical knowledge across cloud, infrastructure, security, and automation . Hands-on experience with Azure , Intune , Entra , PKI , and containerisation technologies. Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in a high-profile digital transformation programme , shaping engineering practices and delivering secure, cutting-edge platforms for government services. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

My client is a UK sovereign AI company developing secure, mission-critical artificial intelligence and data platforms for defence, national security, and strategic industry partners. Our systems operate at the intersection of Real Time data, autonomous decision support, and cloud-native infrastructure, with a strong emphasis on security, integrity, and performance. They are scaling rapidly and seeking a hands-on Development & Operations Manager to lead the delivery and uptime of our AI cloud systems across AWS. I need a JSON/AWS/Lambda Developer to bridge software engineering, DevOps, and cloud operations, ensuring secure, compliant, and high-availability environments for our AI workloads. You'll lead a small cross-functional team, manage deployment pipelines, automate processes, and enforce defence-grade reliability and observability standards. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage a small team (developers + DevOps engineers) delivering secure, scalable, and high-availability AI systems. Own AWS-based infrastructure: Lambda, EC2, S3, CloudFormation/Terraform, CloudWatch, and VPC security. Oversee JSON-based API integrations, data pipelines, and serverless event-driven architectures. Implement continuous integration and deployment (CI/CD) pipelines for code, models, and infrastructure. Ensure DevSecOps best practices - patching, logging, monitoring, and compliance with UK MoD or ISO27001 frameworks. Manage incident response, uptime SLAs, and operational dashboards. Collaborate with software engineers, AI researchers, and data scientists to optimise cloud performance. Maintain documentation and enforce secure coding and deployment standards. Support accreditation, audits, and readiness for UK sovereign hosting environments (IL2-IL5). Report directly to the Head of Engineering/CTO on delivery metrics, operational risks, and team performance. Required Skills & Experience Strong experience managing AWS environments - Lambda, EC2, S3, CloudFormation, IAM, CloudWatch. Hands-on with Python, JSON, and serverless architectures. Deep understanding of CI/CD (GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or AWS CodePipeline). Proven ability to secure and scale production systems. Monitoring and observability tools (CloudWatch, Grafana, OpenTelemetry). Familiar with data exchange formats (JSON, YAML, Parquet) and API design. Leadership & Delivery 4-8 years in software development and/or DevOps, including 2+ in a management or team lead role. Experience in defence, aerospace, or regulated sectors preferred. Strong communicator with ability to translate technical ops into business risk and vice versa. Comfortable managing multi-disciplinary teams (developers, data, infra). Passion for secure AI infrastructure and UK sovereignty in technology. Security & Eligibility UK citizenship required Must be eligible to work in the UK without restrictions. Understanding of data classification and handling protocols desirable. Ideal Backgrounds DevOps or Engineering Manager in defence, cybersecurity, or AI infrastructure startup Cloud Infrastructure Lead within AWS Partner or SaaS provider Senior DevOps/Software Engineer ready to take on team management and delivery ownership Please let me know if this role is of interest. THE RIGHT CANDIDATE MUST BE A UK CITIZEN

Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. As a company, everyone is expected to roll up their sleeves to help deliver great outcomes for our clients. We are an engineering led company and we're looking for people who are will be excited by the potential for Engine's technology to transform banking in different markets around the world. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the role: As a Product Security Engineer at Engine, you will be a technical strategist responsible for proactively identifying and mitigating security risks across our platform and products. Your primary mission is to ensure we build secure systems by providing expert security analysis, architectural guidance, and process leadership. You will lead threat modelling sessions, conduct in-depth security reviews of new features, manage our penetration testing programme, and triage complex findings. This role requires a deep understanding of technology and attack vectors, combined with the ability to think strategically and communicate complex risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Engine by Starling engineers are excited about helping us deliver new features, regardless of what their primary tech stack may be. Hear from the team in our latest Blog or our case studies with Women in Tech . We are looking for an experienced Product Security Engineer to join our growing Security Engineering team, working closely with the GRC team and the various Engine Technology teams to make sure security is at the heart of all our technical processes. Your place within the team will depend on your individual strengths and interests. This role will cover a wide array of security areas across our multi-tenant SaaS cloud environments and internal infrastructure and will require a skilled individual to spearhead efforts in fortifying both infrastructure and application platforms, against potential threats. What you'll get to do? Conduct comprehensive security architecture and design reviews, ensuring that security is embedded from the start Lead the threat modelling process (e.g., using STRIDE) for new products and features, identifying potential design flaws and defining security requirements Manage the end-to-end penetration testing lifecycle, from scoping engagements with technical teams to triaging, validating, and driving the remediation of findings Analyse and interpret results from security tools (SAST, DAST, vulnerability scanners) to prioritise and address the most critical risks Act as a key security advisor to engineering teams, providing expert guidance on security best practices, vulnerability mitigation, and secure design patterns Translate regulatory requirements (PCI DSS, SOC 2, ISO 27001) into concrete technical controls and implementation plans in collaboration with the GRC team Lead incident response efforts, including investigation and remediation of security breaches Support our internal security awareness and training programs and advocating the DevSecOps mindset that we have created across our technology teams Requirements What skills are essential: Significant experience in a security-focused role with a strong emphasis on risk analysis, threat detection, and architectural review Proven expertise in conducting threat modelling and security design reviews for complex, cloud-native applications (AWS/GCP, Kubernetes) Deep understanding of common application and infrastructure vulnerabilities (OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK) and their mitigation Experience managing penetration testing engagements and working with development teams on remediation Mature understanding and experience with cloud security architecture (AWS, Google Cloud) The ability to read and understand code (e.g., Go, Python) and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform) to effectively analyse security risks The ability to document security requirements from various stakeholders A practical understanding of how to integrate security into the software development lifecycle Excellent communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical risks to diverse audiences A thorough understanding of the incident response process and the principles of Zero Trust architecture A proactive approach to staying updated with the latest security threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques What skills are desirable, but not essential: Hands-on experience helping a company achieve and maintain compliance with frameworks like SOC 2, ISO 27001, or PCI DSS Experience in automating security controls and compliance checks against standards and frameworks which include SOC 2, ISO 27001, PCI DSS/3DS Experience performing secure code reviews and using SAST/DAST tools for security approvals Expertise in Kubernetes, securing clusters and meshes (Cilium is preferable), networking best practices and RBAC implementation (CKA, CKS qualifications are a plus) Container security knowledge including container image provenance (e.g. Sigstore, Notary) with an in-depth knowledge of container runtimes Strong understanding of network protocols & practices, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems and WAFs Understanding of integrating security into the software development lifecycle Experience performing secure code reviews and security approvals including the use of static and dynamic application security testing (SAST/DAST) tools Experience in Cryptography management & enhancements Experience configuring and utilising cloud-native security logging, monitoring, and detection services Experience with Infrastructure as Code and infrastructure provisioning tools (Cloudformation, Terraform) for analysis and review Scripting and programming skills (e.g., Python, Go) for creating proof-of-concepts or small scripts to validate findings Relevant security certifications such as ISC2 CC, CISSP, CCSP, CISM, AWS Security Specialist or GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer Our Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial interview with our Staff Security Engineer - 45 minutes Take home technical task to be discussed in the next interview Technical interview with some of our Security and Information Security team members - 1.5 hours Final interview with our CTO / deputy CTO 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. Engine by Starling is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster diversity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Engine by Starling are considered without regard to race, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity . click apply for full job details

Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. As a company, everyone is expected to roll up their sleeves to help deliver great outcomes for our clients. We are an engineering led company and we're looking for people who are will be excited by the potential for Engine's technology to transform banking in different markets around the world. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the role: As a Cloud Security Engineer at Engine, you will be a hands-on builder, responsible for engineering and automating the security of our core platform. Your primary mission is to treat security as an engineering discipline, creating robust, scalable, and automated solutions to protect our cloud infrastructure and development lifecycle. You will spend your time writing code (Go, Python), defining secure infrastructure-as-code (Terraform), and building the tooling that ensures our platform is secure by design and compliant by default. This is a role for an engineer who loves to build, automate, and solve complex security problems through code. You'll be working on projects covering identity and access management, cloud and network security, vulnerability management, security monitoring, security hardening, compliance reviews, and more. It's a very varied role with lots of close interaction with the infrastructure, security engineering, cross cutting and compliance teams. Engine by Starling engineers are excited about helping us deliver new features, regardless of what their primary tech stack may be. Hear from the team in our latest Blog or our case studies with Women in Tech . Primarily, we are looking for an experienced Cloud Security Engineer to join our growing Security Engineering team, but we are also keen to talk to talented Cloud Engineers who possess strong programming skills and a genuine desire to apply their knowledge to solving security challenges. In this role, you will work closely with the GRC team and the various Engine Technology teams to make sure security is at the heart of all our technical processes. Your place within the team will depend on your individual strengths and interests. This role will cover a wide array of security areas across our multi-tenant SaaS cloud environments and internal infrastructure and will require a skilled individual to spearhead efforts in fortifying both infrastructure and application platforms, against potential threats. What you'll get to do? Design, build, and maintain security automation and tooling to enforce security controls and simplify compliance (e.g., automating evidence collection for frameworks like SOC 2, ISO 27001, or PCI DSS) Build, manage, and automate identity and access management controls to ensure secure access to our cloud platforms and applications Write and review Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform) to securely configure our AWS and GCP environments Secure our CI/CD pipelines by implementing and interpreting results from SAST/DAST/SCA tools and ensuring the integrity of our software supply chain Develop and maintain preventative and detective security controls within our cloud environments, responding to and automating the remediation of security alerts Implement and automate technical controls based on the findings from security assessments, audits, and architecture reviews Engineer solutions to secure our Kubernetes environments, focusing on RBAC, network policies, and runtime security Collaborate with engineering teams to implement security best practices and provide hands-on support for remediation efforts Contribute to incident response efforts, including the investigation, remediation, and post-mortem analysis of security breaches Requirements What skills are essential: Strong, demonstrable hands-on experience in a software or infrastructure engineering role A genuine passion for security, demonstrated by a proactive desire to learn about emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices Proficiency in at least one programming language, with a strong preference for Go, followed by Python A mature understanding of cloud security architecture, and a deep, practical hands-on experience securing core infrastructure and services within AWS or GCP Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code, specifically Terraform, for managing cloud environments An aptitude for building tools and automating workflows to solve complex problems A practical understanding of how to integrate security into the software development lifecycle Experience securing containerised environments (Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions, TeamCity) Strong scripting skills in Bash What skills are desirable, but not essential: Proven experience creating custom tools or scripts specifically to solve security challenges You have an in-depth knowledge of security principles, technologies, best practices and threat detection and mitigation strategies A deep understanding of security principles, common attack vectors (OWASP Top 10, MITRE ATT&CK), and the threat landscape The ability to identify potential threats, attack vectors, and vulnerabilities in systems and applications Experience in automating security controls for compliance frameworks like SOC 2, ISO 27001, or PCI DSS. Expertise in Kubernetes, securing clusters and meshes (Cilium is preferable), networking best practices and RBAC implementation (CKA, CKS qualifications are a plus) Container security knowledge including container image provenance (e.g. Sigstore, Notary) with an in-depth knowledge of container runtimes Strong understanding of network protocols & practices, firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems and WAFs Understanding of integrating security into the software development lifecycle Experience in Cryptography management & enhancements Experience configuring and utilising cloud-native security logging, monitoring, and detection services Experience performing secure code reviews and security approvals including the use of static and dynamic application security testing (SAST/DAST) tools Relevant security certifications such as AWS Security Specialist or GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer Our Interview process Interviewing is a two way process and we want you to have the time and opportunity to get to know us, as much as we are getting to know you! Our interviews are conversational and we want to get the best from you, so come with questions and be curious. In general you can expect the below, following a chat with one of our Talent Team: Initial interview with our Staff Security Engineer - 45 minutes Take home technical task to be discussed in the next interview Technical interview with some of our Security Engineer team members - 1.5 hours Final interview with our CTO / deputy CTO 45 minutes Benefits 33 days holiday (including public holidays, which you can take when it works best for you) An extra day's holiday for your birthday Annual leave is increased with length of service, and you can choose to buy or sell up to five extra days off 16 hours paid volunteering time a year Salary sacrifice, company enhanced pension scheme Life insurance at 4x your salary & group income protection Private Medical Insurance with VitalityHealth including mental health support and cancer care. Partner benefits include discounts with Waitrose, Mr&Mrs Smith and Peloton Generous family-friendly policies Incentives refer a friend scheme Perkbox membership giving access to retail discounts, a wellness platform for physical and mental health, and weekly free and boosted perks Access to initiatives like Cycle to Work, Salary Sacrificed Gym partnerships and Electric Vehicle (EV) leasing About Us You may be put off applying for a role because you don't tick every box. Forget that! While we can't accommodate every flexible working request, we're always open to discussion. So, if you're excited about working with us, but aren't sure if you're 100% there yet, get in touch anyway. We're on a mission to radically reshape banking - and that starts with our brilliant team. Whatever came before, we're proud to bring together people of all backgrounds and experiences who love working together to solve problems. 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