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Site Reliability Engineer / SRE / Systems Engineer A fantastic opportunity for a Site Reliability Engineer / Systems Engineer to support highly available, scalable production systems within a fast-growing technology environment, working across cloud platforms, DevOps, networking and operational resilience. If you've also worked in the following roles, we'd also like to hear from you: DevOps Engineer, Operations Engineer, Cloud Engineer, Platform Engineer, Systems Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Production Engineer SALARY: up to £70,000 per annum (depending on experience) + Benefits LOCATION: Remote and Hybrid Working Options Available. You can either work remotely of if you prefer Hybrid working from home and the office in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, North West England JOB TYPE: Full-Time, Permanent JOB OVERVIEW We have a fantastic new job opportunity for a Site Reliability Engineer / Systems Engineer to join a growing technology team focused on delivering reliable, scalable and resilient platforms and services. As a Site Reliability Engineer/ Systems Engineer you will act as the vital link between operations, end users and backend development teams, ensuring system availability, performance optimisation and effective incident management across live environments. This Site Reliability Engineer/ Systems Engineer role offers the chance to work with modern cloud technologies, containerisation, observability tools and automation practices, while influencing long-term reliability improvements across business-critical systems. APPLY TODAY Ready to make your next career move? Apply Now for our Recruitment Team to review. DUTIES Your duties as the Site Reliability Engineer / Systems Engineer include: Incident Triage and Ownership: Acting as first-line technical escalation for live production issues through to resolution or handover System Monitoring and Availability: Maintaining high availability, performance and scalability of production platforms and services Observability Implementation: Managing logging, monitoring, alerting and metrics to proactively identify and resolve issues Reliability Improvements: Collaborating with development teams to translate operational insights into long-term platform resilience Automation and Resilience: Supporting automation, incident response and continuous improvement practices New Service Support: Ensuring new products and features are operable, reliable and scalable from day one Cross-Team Collaboration: Working with network engineering, operations and support teams to diagnose service issues Documentation and Reporting: Creating and maintaining runbooks, escalation guides and incident reports Incident Prioritisation: Balancing customer impact with long-term system health and stability Security and Compliance: Supporting compliance with security, availability and regulatory frameworks CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS ESSENTIAL Previous experience in a Site Reliability Engineer, DevOps Engineer, Systems Engineer or Operations Engineer role Experience supporting production services at scale within a DevOps or SRE environment Strong working knowledge of ISP-related networking concepts including DNS, DHCP, PPPoE, RADIUS and IPv4/IPv6 Experience with observability tools such as Prometheus, Grafana, ELK or Splunk Hands-on experience with containerisation and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes Cloud platform experience, ideally Google Cloud Platform, including automation and scaling practices Strong Linux administration skills with scripting capability in Bash, Python or similar Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and source control tools such as GitHub Actions Understanding of security frameworks and operational resilience best practices DESIRABLE Experience within ISP, MSP or telecommunications environments Familiarity with enterprise IT architectures including OSS and BSS systems Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO27001, NIST or GDPR Experience with infrastructure automation tools such as Terraform or Ansible BENEFITS Smart casual dress code Free access to gym facilities Access to a financial wellbeing platform (on successful completion of probationary period) Access to an employee assistance programme, Virtual GP and Elderly Care support (on successful completion of probationary period) Access to cycle to work, childcare, and electric vehicle schemes after six months Brand new office with excellent transport links Supportive team culture, growth and career progression HOW TO APPLY To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CV's of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose. JOB REF: AWDO-P14376 Full-Time, Permanent Jobs, Careers and Vacancies. Find a new job and work in Altrincham, Greater Manchester, North West England. Multi-Job Board Advertising and CV Sourcing Recruitment Services provided by AWD online. AWD online specialise in sourcing candidates and advertising vacancies on multiple job boards for companies on a non-commission basis. AWD online operates as an employment agency. awd online

Technical Project Manager (Infrastructure) - £500-£550 per day - Outside IR35 - 3 months initial contract - Hybrid working from a site near Manchester Airport. Our client is seeking a technically aware Project Manager with experience working in infrastructure environments and a strong understanding of enterprise platforms. This role is ideal for someone who has worked closely with infrastructure engineering teams and has been involved in the delivery of technical projects such as server upgrades, Windows migrations, network upgrades, and cloud deployments. Based within our clients' Technical Operations team, you will support and coordinate the delivery of infrastructure initiatives across our global environment. These projects span Azure, Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365, Exchange, networking, and modern endpoint management platforms. This role requires someone who is comfortable operating in deeply technical environments, understands how infrastructure projects are delivered, and can confidently engage with engineers, architects, and vendors. You should be able to understand technical dependencies, translate infrastructure requirements into delivery plans, and coordinate activities across multiple teams. Typical projects may include Windows 11 migrations, server lifecycle upgrades, Azure infrastructure builds, Exchange upgrades, network refresh programmes, and modern device deployment using Intune and Autopilot. While this is not a hands-on engineering role, strong technical awareness of infrastructure platforms is essential. Key Responsibilities - Infrastructure Project Delivery - Coordinate the delivery of infrastructure and platform projects across server, cloud, network, and endpoint environments. Support delivery of initiatives such as server upgrades, Windows OS migrations, Azure platform builds, network upgrades, and Exchange migrations. Manage defined project workstreams and ensure activities progress against agreed timelines. Technical Coordination - Work closely with infrastructure engineers and architects to understand technical dependencies and sequencing of work. Assist with planning and coordinating activities across Azure, Windows Server, Active Directory, Exchange, networking, and endpoint platforms. Ensure environment readiness ahead of deployments and infrastructure upgrades. Modern Workplace & Endpoint Delivery - Support initiatives involving Windows 11 rollout, device lifecycle management, Intune configuration, and Autopilot device deployment. Coordinate endpoint readiness, deployment schedules, and technical dependencies with engineering teams. Cloud & Platform Projects - Support infrastructure initiatives involving Azure platform services, including the provisioning of new servers, environments, and platform components. Assist in coordinating cloud migration or modernisation activities. Analysis & Reporting - Conduct light-touch analysis of infrastructure data such as Azure cost reporting, Intune dashboards, and asset readiness. Develop trackers or dashboards to monitor project progress, risks, and platform adoption. Governance & Documentation - Maintain project plans, RAID logs, and change records. Prepare updates and materials for governance forums and steering groups. Ensure project documentation remains accurate and up to date. Stakeholder & Vendor Coordination - Work with internal infrastructure teams, service owners, and external vendors to ensure alignment on technical delivery activities. Facilitate communication between engineering teams and project stakeholders. Service Transition - Support operational readiness, documentation handover, and knowledge transfer activities to service and support teams. Skills & Experience - Technical Awareness - Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure environments, including experience working around projects involving: Server lifecycle upgrades and infrastructure refresh programmes Windows operating system migrations (including Windows 11) Azure infrastructure builds and cloud platform deployments Exchange upgrade or migration projects Network upgrade or refresh initiatives Endpoint deployment using Intune and Autopilot Project Delivery Experience - Experience working in an IT infrastructure delivery, technical project coordination, or junior project management role. Experience coordinating activities across multiple technical teams. Exposure to project delivery frameworks such as PRINCE2, Agile, or similar methodologies. Technical Platform Knowledge - Familiarity with: Microsoft Azure Windows Server Active Directory Microsoft 365 Exchange Networking fundamentals - Endpoint management (Intune / Autopilot) Core Skills - Strong organisational and planning skills Analytical mindset with confidence using Excel and reporting tools (Power BI beneficial) Clear written and verbal communication Ability to translate technical requirements into delivery plans Proactive mindset with strong attention to detail

Role Title: Cyber Azure Security Architect Duration: contract to run until 30/10/2026 Location: Knutsford, Hybrid 3 days per week onsite Rate: up to 707.15 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Role purpose / summary The Azure Security Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and governing security controls across cloud platforms, with a focus on Zero Trust, secure build standards, and network segmentation. This role ensures that security controls are embedded into all solution components and aligned with organisational and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain Azure security architecture aligned to Zero Trust principles, ensuring least privilege, segmentation, and strong identity control. Define secure configuration standards for Azure resources, including network, compute, storage, identity, and monitoring components. Overview: The Cyber Resilience Architect designs resilient enterprise environments with a focus on assurance, recovery, and compliance. This role ensures that solutions can withstand, contain, and recover from modern cyber threats and operational disruptions. Key Responsibilities: Produce overarching cyber resilience architecture patterns across infrastructure, applications, identity, data, and network layers. Design resilience controls including isolation zones, immutable backups, privileged environment separation, and containment strategies. Lead assurance activities, evaluating technical resilience controls for completeness, maturity, and effectiveness. Define and validate compliance to regulatory and organisational resilience standards. Collaborate with Security, Infrastructure, and Operations teams to integrate recovery capabilities into solution designs. Undertake resilience risk assessments and support the creation of mitigation strategies. Provide architectural governance on change, ensuring resilience remains a core requirement across the programme. Technical Components: Knowledge of backup/restore architectures, cyber vaults, privileged admin models, and ransomware containment strategies. Experience with cloud-native resilience (availability zones, DR strategy, replicated storage, service failover). Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as NIST CSF, NCSC CAF, ISO27035 All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

Network Architect Must have an Active DV Clearance A new opportunity has arisen for a Network Architect to join a secure Defence and National Security programme. You will design and deliver medium to large scale network solutions while supporting multiple work streams and engaging with technical and project stakeholders across a high profile environment. About the Role - Network Architect As a Network Architect , you will work closely with Programme and Project Managers to produce high quality network designs across programme, live service, and change activities. You will contribute to HLD and LLD documentation for key technologies including Cisco FMC, SSM, FTD, Gigamon HC1 and GigaVUE FM, Juniper LAN and WAN, Endace, NTP, data centre firewalls, and LAN services. The role involves supporting engineering teams, ensuring solutions meet requirements, pass governance, and align with architectural direction. You will provide design input for customer reporting and collaborate with senior technical leadership to maintain architectural consistency. What We're Looking For - Network Architect Strong experience designing secure enterprise networks using Cisco , Juniper , and Gigamon technologies. Knowledge of routing protocols , VRFs, VPNs, QoS, security zones, high availability, and IP addressing design. Skilled in troubleshooting and resolving defects across multi vendor technologies. Experience of overseas infrastructure delivery is essential. Understanding of requirements management and lifecycle processes. Excellent communication skills with the ability to share knowledge, take ownership, and support delivery teams. Shape the delivery of secure and resilient networks as a Network Architect . To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button.

Forvis Mazars is a leading global professional services network providing audit & assurance, tax, and advisory services. Forvis Mazars in the UK spans 14 offices across the nation and has over 3,400 professionals, with 190 partners. We have a clear purpose and a shared commitment to shape a better future. You'll join a collaborative and inclusive team where you're supported to grow your skills, explore new opportunities, and contribute from day one. You'll work with a diverse client base, develop meaningful connections, and gain experience that extends beyond your local team. Together, we grow, belong and impact. The Team The Data & Digital Advisory team is a key part of our larger Technology and Digital Consulting practice comprising over 100 technologists. We specialise in providing expert advice and guidance across a range of domain areas, with a primary focus on data protection, data governance, Artificial Intelligence (AI) strategy and governance, technology strategy and transaction IT due diligence. We collaborate closely with clients to understand their unique data and digital opportunities and challenges, delivering tailored, actionable advice. Our support encompasses assessing, building, and managing data and digital capabilities. This includes identifying and mitigating data, AI, and IT risks; selecting vendors to maximise solution value; managing projects for tangible results; establishing robust data governance; ensuring regulatory compliance (including data privacy and AI regulations); and harnessing the potential of emerging technologies like AI. The Role Joining as a Senior Consultant within the Data & Digital Advisory team, you will play a crucial role in delivering a diverse portfolio of services to our clients, contributing significantly to both project execution and our team's growth. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain broad experience across interconnected data and digital domains. Key Responsibilities: Client Engagement Delivery: Actively participate in client-facing engagements, contributing to the delivery of high-quality work products and deliverables across our service portfolio. Analysis & Recommendations: Support the analysis of client environments and challenges, developing insightful recommendations aligned with their strategic objectives, communicated clearly and concisely. Stakeholder Management: Effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including client personnel (from operational to senior levels) and internal colleagues across Forvis Mazars. Domain Expertise Application: Demonstrate and apply a solid understanding across our advisory domains, particularly Data Protection & Data Governance. An understanding and experience in working with AI Regulation and in AI Governance. Foundational knowledge of digital domains such as Enterprise Architecture, Cloud, Technology Due Diligence, and how these translate into relevant, industry-leading practices and integrated solutions. Reporting & Communication: Assist in coordinating engagement findings, producing well-structured written reports, and supporting the delivery of compelling presentations to senior stakeholders. Adaptable Delivery: Flex delivery style appropriately between strategic advisory engagements and risk-focused assurance projects delivered via internal audit channels. Innovation & Market Awareness: Contribute to identifying and understanding emerging technology trends, particularly in data and AI, and support the integration of innovative approaches into our service offerings. Engagements You Can Expect to Work On: Data Privacy Program and Framework Development (GDPR etc.) Data Protection Maturity and Compliance Assessments Data Protection Officer (DPO) Support Services Regulatory Readiness & Audits (e.g., DSA, DMA, EU AI Act) Data Management, Strategy and Governance Framework Implementation AI Strategy Development and Readiness Assessments AI Governance Framework Implementation and Ethical AI Reviews Engagements You May Support On: Technology and Application Strategy Development IT and Cloud Effectiveness Assessments IT Resilience (BCM and IT DR) Assessments Technology Business Case Creation Vendor and Product Selection Support Technology Transformation Project Management Support IT Due Diligence (Buy-side and Sell-side) The Person We seek a high-performing, motivated individual with a genuine passion for the intersection of data and digital transformation. You should possess strong analytical skills, the ability to ask insightful questions, understand complex client challenges, and provide tailored, impactful recommendations. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain broad exposure across our four service pillars (Data Privacy, Data Optimisation, AI Advisory, and Digital Advisory), fostering significant professional development. The ideal candidate is keen to contribute to developing our thought leadership, methodologies, and service offerings, collaborating effectively within cross-functional teams. We provide comprehensive support through coaching, on-the-job training, and assistance in attaining valuable industry certifications to accelerate your career. Skills, Knowledge, and Experience: Essential Experience: Minimum 2 years' experience in a Professional Services firm or comparable environment, delivering advisory services related to data privacy and data governance. Experience in AI Strategy and Governance is desirable. Data Expertise: Strong understanding of core data privacy principles and key regulations (especially EU and UK GDPR, familiarity with others like CCPA, LGPD and PDPL beneficial). Good grasp of data governance frameworks and data lifecycle management. Demonstrable interest and foundational knowledge of AI/Machine Learning concepts, AI governance principles, and ethical AI considerations. Awareness of emerging AI regulations. Consulting Skills: Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly to diverse audiences. Proven relationship management skills. Capable of managing multiple tasks and working effectively on concurrent engagements. High attention to detail and excellent organisational/time management skills. Personal Attributes: Proactive approach to self-development and continuous learning. Collaborative team player with high emotional intelligence. Adaptable to blended working environments (in-person, remote) and willing to travel for client needs. Strong alignment with our firm's values: respect, diversity, and integrity. Advantageous Certifications: Possession of or working towards relevant industry certifications is highly desirable. Examples include: CDMP, ADGP, CIPP/E, CIPM, CIPT, AIGP, ISO 27701 Lead Auditor/Implementer, AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900), Google Cloud Certified - Associate Cloud Engineer, PRINCE2 Foundation, Certified ScrumMaster (CSM), CRISC, ITIL Foundation. Training and Progression You will develop deep expertise in Data & Digital Advisory domains and enhance your business acumen through direct client work. The experience gained provides a comprehensive understanding of how diverse businesses operate and manage their data and digital landscapes. As part of a dynamic and growing team, you will have significant opportunities for career progression, supported by dedicated mentoring and performance management to keep your aspirations on track. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion At Forvis Mazars diversity, equity and inclusion are central to our values. We value our people's unique backgrounds, perspectives, and experience, and know this diversity create better outcomes for our clients. We seek to attract, develop, and retain the best talent, inclusive of sex, ethnicity, disability, socio-economic background, sexual orientation, gender identity, nationality, and faith. We select candidates based on skills, knowledge, qualifications, and experience and aim to support all our team members to reach their potential. At Forvis Mazars, we promote an environment in which you can grow your skills, belong to a team that values your ideas, and make an impact that matters.

Network & Security Architect Dublin CC Hybrid 2 days per week Please note that you must be based in Ireland or have a valid work permit We are currently assisting a Dublin based company in the search for a seasoned Network & Security Architect that has expertise across firewalls in particular Palo Alto. This is senior role and you will be one of the key players in designing the architectural strategy and roadmap in hybrid cloud environment. The overall security team has grown massively over the past 18 months and currently sits at 21. This role will require you to have worked on enterprise networks supporting a large user environment This will be a full time salaried role with some of the strongest benefits that the Irish market has to offer. To be successful you will have: Have strong architectural knowledge within Palo Alto Worked on HLD and LLD Been seen as a lead and have mentored junior members of team Strong hands-on troubleshooting capability including the use of tcpdump Strong experience with WAF technologies across hybrid and cloud environments Experience in hybrid cloud environments (ideally azure) Strong communication skills If you would like to know more about the Network Security Architect role then please get in touch.

UK Sales Director - Video Streaming Infrastructure - 120k Base + Commission Do you already have relationships with decision-makers inside UK broadcasters, Pay-TV operators, or OTT platforms? A growing European technology company is hiring its first commercial leader in the UK to introduce a next-generation streaming delivery platform to the market. The company develops software-based infrastructure used by media companies to deliver live and on-demand video at scale , helping operators reduce delivery costs while improving reliability and performance across their streaming services. Having already secured customers across multiple European markets, the business is now investing in building a presence in the UK broadcast and streaming sector . This role is designed for someone who understands the ecosystem and wants the autonomy to open a new market and shape the commercial strategy from the ground up. What you'll be responsible for Developing and closing enterprise opportunities with broadcasters, Pay-TV providers, and streaming platforms Building relationships with senior technical stakeholders including platform leaders, video engineering teams, and digital product owners Leading complex consultative sales cycles involving technical evaluation, proof-of-concept stages, and commercial negotiations Identifying opportunities where modern streaming architectures can replace or complement legacy delivery infrastructure Acting as the UK market lead , helping shape the company's go-to-market approach as the territory grows The kind of background that tends to work well Experience selling streaming technology, video platforms, CDN services, or broadcast infrastructure A network of contacts within UK broadcasters, media companies, or digital video platforms A track record of closing enterprise deals involving technical stakeholders Confidence discussing topics such as streaming architecture, scalability, performance optimisation, and video delivery Motivation to build a territory rather than step into an established sales patch

Senior M365 Engineer (12-Month Contract) Location: London, UK (Local SME for PL Re) Duration: 12 Months Work Mode: 4 Days in Office Role Overview We are seeking a Senior M365 Engineer for a 12-month contract to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in our London office. You will lead critical migrations, manage local stakeholder governance for our PL Re division, and partner with global engineering on Copilot and new feature adoption. Key Initiatives & Responsibilities Migrations & Projects: Lead Mimecast-to-M365 and home drive-to-OneDrive migrations; manage retention/compliance policy rollouts. Network & Performance: Resolve Teams and network-related issues for London and international offices. Security & Mail Flow: Act as Line 1 security expert (EOP, mail flow rules, routing, encryption) and manage Proofpoint integrations. Architecture & Strategy: Design and implement M365 solutions in a global environment, assist with the enterprise roadmap, and provide expert technical assistance to business units. Compliance: Participate in security reviews and manage e-discovery, legal holds, and archived solutions. Operations: Support core services (Teams, OneDrive, Exchange, SPO), monitor service updates/roadmaps, and handle escalated incidents. Required Experience 8+ years: SME-level experience in M365 security, architecture, and design (Exchange Online, SPO, Intune, Azure AD, OneDrive, Teams). 5+ years: Exchange Admin in large-scale, 24/7 environments. 5+ years: Expertise with Azure AD, Intune, and Microsoft EMS security. 5+ years: Experience with Microsoft and Proofpoint e-discovery/compliance processes. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

OT Cyber Security Engineer Hybrid working Basingstoke We are looking for an OT Cyber Security Engineer to join a growing specialist security capability within a global engineering and infrastructure-focused organisation. This is an opportunity to join a team that is passionate about real-world security delivery, not just compliance. You will play a key role in helping clients protect the systems that support essential services and critical operational environments. If you enjoy solving complex security challenges, working collaboratively with clients, and driving meaningful security improvements, this could be the role for you. What makes this opportunity different? This role is ideal for someone who wants to: Work in a specialist, technical OT security environment Be part of a growing capability where your input shapes delivery Work across advisory, design, and technical implementation Help organisations mature their OT security posture over time The team values: Technical credibility and practical engineering delivery Collaboration with customers to drive security improvements Continuous learning and professional development Ownership and accountability in delivery What you ll be doing You will work across OT cybersecurity advisory and engineering activities, including: Supporting the design and delivery of OT cybersecurity strategies and security roadmaps Working with clients to translate business and enterprise security requirements into secure OT and ICS architectures Designing and delivering security controls using IEC 62443 principles, including zone and conduit network segmentation models Performing OT risk assessments, security gap analysis, and remediation planning Designing, deploying, and supporting OT security monitoring and protection capabilities using technologies such as IDS, secure remote access, and vulnerability management tooling Supporting technical pre-sales activities including security solution design and client workshops Culture & Development This is a business that invests in both technology and people. You can expect: Support towards industry-recognised OT security certifications Exposure to complex and challenging operational environments Clear career progression within a growing security practice

Network Architect Must have an Active DV Clearance A new opportunity has arisen for a Network Architect to join a secure Defence and National Security programme. You will design and deliver medium to large scale network solutions while supporting multiple work streams and engaging with technical and project stakeholders across a high profile environment. About the Role - Network Architect As a Network Architect , you will work closely with Programme and Project Managers to produce high quality network designs across programme, live service, and change activities. You will contribute to HLD and LLD documentation for key technologies including Cisco FMC, SSM, FTD, Gigamon HC1 and GigaVUE FM, Juniper LAN and WAN, Endace, NTP, data centre Firewalls, and LAN services. The role involves supporting engineering teams, ensuring solutions meet requirements, pass governance, and align with architectural direction. You will provide design input for customer reporting and collaborate with senior technical leadership to maintain architectural consistency. What We're Looking For - Network Architect Strong experience designing secure enterprise networks using Cisco , Juniper , and Gigamon technologies. Knowledge of routing protocols , VRFs, VPNs, QoS, security zones, high availability, and IP Addressing design. Skilled in troubleshooting and resolving defects across multi vendor technologies. Experience of overseas infrastructure delivery is essential. Understanding of requirements management and life cycle processes. Excellent communication skills with the ability to share knowledge, take ownership, and support delivery teams. Shape the delivery of secure and resilient networks as a Network Architect . To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button.

Job Title:Azure Platform Engineer Location: Cheshire Salary/Rate:£385 - £415 Start Date: April Job Type: Infrastructure We are partnering with a leading global financial services organisation undertaking a significant cloud platform programme. With a strong focus on security, scalability, and modern engineering practices, the organisation is investing heavily in building robust Azure environments to support critical business services and future innovation. Job Responsibilities/Objectives Deploy and configure Azure Virtual Machines and supporting infrastructure. Design and implement Virtual Networks (VNets) and subnet architecture. Ensure network segmentation, identity integration, and platform compliance. Collaborate with engineering and security teams to ensure best practices across the Azure platform. Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Strong experience with Azure IaaS and PaaS services. Solid understanding of Azure networking, including VNets and subnet design. Experience implementing cloud security baselines and governance controls. Experience working within enterprise or regulated environments is advantageous. Desirable Skills/Experience Although not essential, the following skills are desired by the client: Experience working in large-scale enterprise or regulated environments (eg financial services). Strong understanding of Azure security services such as Azure Policy, Defender for Cloud, and Key Vault. Knowledge of identity and access management within Azure, including integration with Azure AD Experience with CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure deployment (eg Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions). If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Not withstanding any guidelines given to the level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.

Network Engineer - 6 months Hybrid in Aberdeen - Outside IR35 Role Overview This role is focused on design, implementation, and optimisation of enterprise network infrastructure. The position covers both engineering and architectural responsibilities, including reviewing existing designs, producing documentation, and supporting network operations. You will primarily work across Cisco routing & switching environments, with exposure to Palo Alto Firewalls, supporting both design and operational activities. Key Responsibilities Produce and review network architecture documentation including HLD and LLD designs. Engineer and support network infrastructure across Cisco-based environments. Review existing network designs and documentation to identify optimisation opportunities. Support full life cycle delivery including architecture, engineering, and operational support. Troubleshoot complex network issues across routing, switching, wireless, and Firewall layers. Maintain accurate documentation, diagrams, and operational procedures. Work with infrastructure teams and external providers to maintain network stability and performance. Skills & Experience Strong understanding of networking fundamentals including routing, switching, VLANs, OSPF, wireless, and Firewalls. Strong experience with Cisco networking technologies. Exposure to Palo Alto Firewalls or willingness to develop expertise in the platform. Experience working at CCNP-level capability (certification not required). Experience reviewing and producing network design documentation (HLD/LLD). Wireless networking exposure (HP Aruba experience beneficial but not essential). Familiarity with structured change management processes (ITIL desirable). Strong troubleshooting and analytical capability across enterprise networks. Experience working with external service providers. Strong communication skills and attention to detail. Contract Details Duration: 6 months Location: Aberdeen (2 different days onsite per week) Rate: £400-£500 per day (Outside IR35) Start date: Immediate Candidates must be within 25 mile radius of Aberdeen Network Engineer - 6 months Hybrid in Aberdeen - Outside IR35

Role Title: Cyber Azure Security Architect Duration: contract to run until 30/10/2026 Location: Knutsford, Hybrid 3 days per week onsite Rate: up to £707.15 p/d Umbrella inside IR35 Role purpose/summary The Azure Security Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and governing security controls across cloud platforms, with a focus on Zero Trust, secure build standards, and network segmentation. This role ensures that security controls are Embedded into all solution components and aligned with organisational and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain Azure security architecture aligned to Zero Trust principles, ensuring least privilege, segmentation, and strong identity control. Define secure configuration standards for Azure resources, including network, compute, storage, identity, and monitoring components. Overview: The Cyber Resilience Architect designs resilient enterprise environments with a focus on assurance, recovery, and compliance. This role ensures that solutions can withstand, contain, and recover from modern cyber threats and operational disruptions. Key Responsibilities: Produce overarching cyber resilience architecture patterns across infrastructure, applications, identity, data, and network layers. Design resilience controls including isolation zones, immutable backups, privileged environment separation, and containment strategies. Lead assurance activities, evaluating technical resilience controls for completeness, maturity, and effectiveness. Define and validate compliance to regulatory and organisational resilience standards. Collaborate with Security, Infrastructure, and Operations teams to integrate recovery capabilities into solution designs. Undertake resilience risk assessments and support the creation of mitigation strategies. Provide architectural governance on change, ensuring resilience remains a core requirement across the programme. Technical Components: Knowledge of backup/restore architectures, cyber vaults, privileged admin models, and ransomware containment strategies. Experience with cloud-native resilience (availability zones, DR strategy, replicated storage, service failover). Familiarity with compliance frameworks such as NIST CSF, NCSC CAF, ISO27035 All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

Application Architect Onsite in Bracknell Eligible for DV clearance £65-70K per annum + benefits package We are recruiting an Application Architect to support the ongoing evolution of a Gateway solution for a strategic UK defence customer . Working alongside senior solution leaders, you'll contribute to secure design, controlled change, and operational resilience within a mission-critical environment. This is a development opportunity for an aspiring architect looking to build design authority and architectural experience in a high-assurance setting. The Role You will: Contribute to infrastructure and Gateway design changes to maintain availability and performance Produce structured design documentation alongside the customer and Programme Manager Support architectural governance and ensure alignment to solution intent Provide technical oversight during incident troubleshooting with SOC and 3rd Line teams Assist in maintaining secure, resilient and scalable infrastructure components across Windows and Linux environments Your technical experience;Core Infrastructure VMware/vSphere RHEL & Windows Server Microsoft Services Active Directory, including Group Policy (GPO), DNS integration Linux & Platform Engineering Experience working within Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments Ability to write scripts to automate operational or security processes Familiarity with pattern matching techniques and regular expressions (Regex), particularly within security or antivirus tooling Configuration and management of the standard RHEL Firewall Exposure to Linux-based security tooling and antivirus technologies Networking & Gateway Technologies Citrix NetScaler Wireshark Understanding of Gateway appliances and associated software Knowledge of secure communications protocols , including messaging platforms such as XMPP Storage & Data NetApp SAN NAS Backup solutions Security & Web PKI management applications Web applications and protocols Experience supporting file validation, inspection, and content verification within secure transfer environments If you are interested in discussing this Application Architect role further, please reply back with a copy of your updated CV.

Network Architect (Consultancy) - Permanent £90,000-£120,000 | UK (London/Hybrid) We're working with a well-established network consultancy that partners with enterprise and public-sector organisations to design and deliver secure, resilient, and scalable network architectures. They are looking for a senior Network Architect to act as design authority across complex customer environments, shaping standards, producing high-quality designs, and supporting delivery teams through implementation and handover. Key experience CCIE or equivalent expert-level certification Strong enterprise networking background (WAN, LAN, campus) Deep Cisco experience (Enterprise, SDA, ISE, security platforms) Proven experience working in consultancy, systems integrator, or professional services environments Comfortable owning designs end-to-end and presenting to senior stakeholders Strong documentation and communication skills Key responsibilities Act as design authority for enterprise network and security engagements Produce HLDs, LLDs, and architectural standards Design WAN, LAN, campus, and data centre network architectures Lead network modernisation initiatives (greenfield and brownfield) Provide technical governance and design assurance during delivery Engage directly with customers to translate business and risk requirements into technical designs Support and mentor senior engineers and delivery teams

UK Sales Director - Video Streaming Infrastructure - 120k Base + Commission Do you already have relationships with decision-makers inside UK broadcasters, Pay-TV operators, or OTT platforms? A growing European technology company is hiring its first commercial leader in the UK to introduce a next-generation streaming delivery platform to the market. The company develops software-based infrastructure used by media companies to deliver live and on-demand video at scale , helping operators reduce delivery costs while improving reliability and performance across their streaming services. Having already secured customers across multiple European markets, the business is now investing in building a presence in the UK broadcast and streaming sector . This role is designed for someone who understands the ecosystem and wants the autonomy to open a new market and shape the commercial strategy from the ground up. What you'll be responsible for Developing and closing enterprise opportunities with broadcasters, Pay-TV providers, and streaming platforms Building relationships with senior technical stakeholders including platform leaders, video engineering teams, and digital product owners Leading complex consultative sales cycles involving technical evaluation, proof-of-concept stages, and commercial negotiations Identifying opportunities where modern streaming architectures can replace or complement Legacy delivery infrastructure Acting as the UK market lead , helping shape the company's go-to-market approach as the territory grows The kind of background that tends to work well Experience selling streaming technology, video platforms, CDN services, or broadcast infrastructure A network of contacts within UK broadcasters, media companies, or digital video platforms A track record of closing enterprise deals involving technical stakeholders Confidence discussing topics such as streaming architecture, scalability, performance optimisation, and video delivery Motivation to build a territory rather than step into an established sales patch

A MEDIS Solution Architect Duration: 6 months Clearance: Active SC required Hybrid / On-site requirements: Travel to Client site 2-3 days per week, near Bath Key responsibilities: Manage solution assurance and accreditation processes for security, networks and hosting platforms, for project testing and implementation phases. Manage interactions with projects and platform providers to understand target platform availability and plans, and associated impact on implementation plans. Maintenance of architecture models in Sparx EA, along with associated project documentation in SharePoint and Confluence (Atlassian). Provide architecture and design services to design, document and maintain the future logical and physical high-level design and roadmap for the solution space. Engage with senior stakeholders. Engage with architecture capability. Experience/Skills: Enterprise/Solution architecture Architectural Modelling (Archimate/Sparx EA) Client and/or healthcare or similar deployed/disconnected environments Solution design assurance, governance and sign-off participation SAFe Agile Technical team engagement Contribution to project planning Functional/Technical Product Evaluation. None-essential experience: Defines and governs solution architecture Deep HLD/SDD/LLD technical design expertise demonstrated by long history of legacy app modernisation projects. All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

Job title: Event Management Engineer Location: Corsham Duration: 6 months Rate: 430 per day inside ir35 SC security clearance is required for this role The Role Supporting a key programme within the UK defence environment, we're looking for a Monitoring / Event Management Engineer with strong Splunk and enterprise tooling experience to join the Hosting & Tooling team onsite at MOD Corsham. You'll play a key role in monitoring platform management, event correlation, and operational tooling, working closely with engineers, analysts, and client teams to maintain and improve monitoring capabilities across critical services. Key responsibilities include: Managing and optimising Splunk and enterprise monitoring tools Creating and maintaining event management policies and monitoring rules Developing Splunk queries (SPL), dashboards, and alerting logic Supporting tooling platforms such as BMC TrueSight, BMC Discovery, and Netcool Deploying and managing monitoring agents Producing technical documentation and architecture diagrams Supporting both operational (RUN) activities and project delivery Working directly with client teams to support monitoring requirements Building automation scripts and integrations (Python / PowerShell / APIs) Required Experience: Strong Splunk experience (SPL, dashboards, rules) Experience with enterprise monitoring platforms (BMC, Netcool, SolarWinds, Zabbix, Nagios etc.) Knowledge of event management and observability tooling Experience working across Windows, Linux, or AIX environments Scripting with Python or PowerShell Understanding of networking concepts and SNMP Experience building automation and integrations via REST APIs If you are interested in this role, please feel free to submit your CV. If you are interested in this role, please feel free to submit your CV.

Security focused Solutions Architect Are you security focused, like working in a client facing environment delivering security Solutions? Looking for an Architect to join an amazing highly talented team. Delivery cutting-edge, high security solutions for a successful, established MSP. As the architect you will design end to end solutions that address clients needs. Developing detailed architecture diagrams, technical specifications and implementation plans ro guide solution delivery. Developed detailed technical proposals and solutions in response to customer RFI s & RFPs. You will understand business requirements, technical challenges and security considerations and translate into technical specifications. Collaborating with sales, project management and engineering teams. Leading workshops, presentations and presentations to showcase solutions and gain buy in from stakeholders. Always identifying the best solutions for client requirements and evaluating security posture and compliance, ensuring regulatory standards. Involved in solutions implementations and integration. Provide technical oversight and support through implementation. Continuous improvement, identify opportunities for innovation & enhancements to existing solutions. Mentoring and coaching team members. Bachelor s in computer science or similar with certs in security such as; CISSP, TOGAF, CCSP and would suit someone with ITIL4. Solution design, modelling tools, enterprise architecture frameworks, cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), Virtualization, networking, cyber security tools. You will have a successful track record of designing and delivering complex technology soltins in security, working with cross functional teams, secure messaging, file sharing, video conferencing, information assurance. Excellent communication & presentation skills, to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Must be SC cleared or able to obtain SC and eventually DV clearance.