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Senior Cloud Automation Engineer Manchester (Hybrid- 1 day on site every 2 weeks) £55,486 - £64,631 (exceptional max £75,875) A Senior Automation Engineer is required for our client to help modernise and scale our technology platforms through high-quality, secure automation. In this role, you'll lead the design and delivery of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and CI/CD solutions across a hybrid, Azure-first environment, working closely with senior stakeholders, architects, and engineering teams. You'll combine hands-on technical expertise with leadership, setting automation standards, shaping strategy, and mentoring others. Responsibilities: Design and deliver enterprise-scale automation using Terraform, Bicep, PowerShell and Python Build and improve CI/CD pipelines with GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps Act as the Azure automation SME, advising on security, resilience, and cost efficiency Influence standards and governance via the Technical Design Authority Support and develop colleagues in an inclusive, collaborative team Experience required: Strong experience delivering automation in Azure and hybrid environments Deep IaC and Scripting expertise Knowledge of on-premise infrastructure technologies including, Server (operating system and hardware), VMware, Exchange, Networks Switches, Firewalls, storge technologies security and SAN. Experience working within regulated or complex enterprise estates Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills Leadership or mentoring experience Experience with M365, Power Platform or AI-driven automation is beneficial but not essential.

Senior IT Support Engineer We are seeking a Senior IT Support Engineer with deep Microsoft ecosystem expertise and strong infrastructure support and operations experience to lead on infrastructure management, systems optimisation, and cyber security maturity. This role combines hands-on senior-level support, infrastructure ownership, and security leadership, ensuring secure, resilient, and high-performing IT services across the organisation. You will act as a technical escalation point, a Microsoft subject matter expert, and a key contributor to our strategic digital roadmap. Key Responsibilities Systems, Infrastructure & Support Operations Provide senior-level technical support and escalation across Microsoft-based infrastructure, acting as the final point of resolution. Lead infrastructure management, integration, automation, and optimisation, ensuring high availability and performance. Own and maintain core Microsoft platforms, including Microsoft 365, Entra ID (Azure AD), Intune, Exchange, and endpoint environments. Recommend and implement technologies that enhance resilience, security, scalability, and user experience. Maintain high standards of documentation, configuration management, change control, and service continuity. Support and mentor junior engineers, raising overall support capability and operational maturity. Work closely with stakeholders to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions. Microsoft Technologies Expertise Act as the organisation's subject matter expert for Microsoft technologies, including: Microsoft 365 administration and support Identity and access management (Entra ID / IAM) Endpoint management and device compliance via Intune Defender XDR and Microsoft security tooling Lead troubleshooting and optimisation of hybrid environments, including on-premise and cloud-integrated systems. Cyber Security & Infrastructure Protection Develop and deliver the organisation's cybersecurity and infrastructure protection roadmap, aligned with standards such as Cyber Essentials and Cyber Essentials Plus. Manage and optimise security platforms covering: Endpoint protection Identity protection Defender XDR Conditional access and device compliance Lead vulnerability assessments, threat modelling, incident response planning, and recovery testing. Strengthen information governance, data protection, and secure configuration baselines. Own security-focused change control, coordinate penetration testing, and manage remediation activity. Essential Skills & Experience Strong Microsoft support and administration background, with proven experience supporting complex, enterprise Microsoft environments. In-depth knowledge of Microsoft 365 security and management tools, including Defender XDR, Intune, IAM, and compliance features. Solid infrastructure support experience, including server, endpoint, identity, and cloud-integrated systems. Experience leading or contributing to Cyber Essentials or similar security frameworks. Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical issues to non-technical stakeholders. Proven ability to operate effectively in a hands-on senior support and infrastructure role.

Role: Senior Infrastructure Engineer - NetDevOps(SC Active) Location : Newcastle (preferred), Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool Peel Park Type : Hybrid working 3-days a week onsite IR35: inside Job Description: Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills (Priority Criteria) Candidates must demonstrate strong, hands-on experience in the following areas: Enterprise Networking Engineering o Complex OSPF and BGP environments o Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows o Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies o Extensive experience with Palo Alto firewalls o Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud o Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture o VXLAN / EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics o Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) o Load balancing technologies (e.g. F5 BIG-IP: LTM / APM / ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (e.g. Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (e.g. GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge Proven track record as a Network / Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments (public sector experience beneficial but not essential) Active SC Clearance (mandatory) Nice to Have Aruba Central / ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN / WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising legacy network environments Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Platform Engineer (Fully Remote) - GKE, GCP, Terraform Location: Fully Remote Salary: £60,000 - £72,000 plus Generous Bonus Scheme About the role Our client, a leading insurance company, are looking for a Remote-Working, Experienced Platform Engineer to support and enhance their modern cloud engineering environment. You'll help drive a high-impact cloud platform powering multiple engineering teams at scale. The focus is on building and running shared platforms that enable multiple engineering teams to move faster, safer and with confidence. You'll set standards, shape design decisions, and act as a trusted technical authority without formal line management. Key responsibilities Design, build and maintain cloud infrastructure using Terraform (IaC) on Google Cloud Platform Operate and evolve Kubernetes (GKE) platforms used by multiple teams Deploy and manage workloads using Helm with strong isolation and configuration practices Own and improve CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps and GitOps Embed observability across the platform (monitoring, logging, alerting, tracing) Define and enforce platform standards, patterns and best practices Produce and maintain high-quality documentation, diagrams and runbooks Lead and contribute to technical design and architecture discussions Mentor and support mid-level and junior engineers Drive automation, stability and long-term platform reliability Skills and experience Strong experience as a Senior Platform Engineer/Platform Engineer Hands-on expertise with Kubernetes, ideally GKE Proven experience with GCP in production environments Deep knowledge of Terraform and Infrastructure as Code principles Experience deploying services with Helm CI/CD expertise, particularly Azure DevOps Git-based workflows, GitOps and tools such as Argo CD Experience with service mesh technologies (eg Istio) Exposure to observability/APM tooling Confident technical leader with experience setting standards and mentoring others Comfortable working in shared platform environments 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.

Role: Senior Infrastructure Engineer - NetDevOps(SC Active) Location: Newcastle (preferred), Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool Peel Park Type: Hybrid working 3-days a week onsite IR35: inside Job Description: Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto Firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills (Priority Criteria) Candidates must demonstrate strong, hands-on experience in the following areas: Enterprise Networking Engineering o Complex OSPF and BGP environments o Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows o Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies o Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls o Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud o Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture o VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics o Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) o Load balancing technologies (eg F5 BIG-IP: LTM/APM/ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (eg Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (eg GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge Proven track record as a Network/Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments (public sector experience beneficial but not essential) Active SC Clearance (mandatory) Nice to Have Aruba Central/ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN/WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising Legacy network environments Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Infrastructure Engineer - SC Cleared - 12 month contract - Hybrid Contract Length: 12 months Location: Newcastle (Preferred), Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, or Blackpool (Peel Park) Hybrid Working: Around 3 days on-site, 2 days remote. Pay Rate: Max £650 per day (Umbrella) (Inside IR35) Security Clearance: Mandatory Active SC Clearance is required for this role. Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms. This isn't an operations or "maintenance" role. We need a builder-someone who can jump straight into design and delivery, applying NetDevOps principles to support critical, high-availability services. You'll be bridging the gap between traditional networking and modern cloud-integrated infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Design & Implementation: Build and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centers, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments (Azure, AWS, OCI) Security First: Implement Palo Alto Firewall policies aligned with Zero Trust principles Traffic Engineering: Optimize complex OSPF and BGP environments for maximum resilience. Automation: Replace manual tasks with Python, Ansible, and Terraform to drive speed and consistency Collaboration: Work alongside Architecture and Cloud teams to ensure solutions are scalable and secure. Modernization: Drive the transition from Legacy systems to VXLAN/EVPN fabrics and SD-WAN technologies. Essential Technical Skills (The "Must-Haves") To be successful, you need deep, hands-on expertise in: Enterprise Network Engineering Complex OSPF & BGP routing. Design of resilient, high-availability traffic flows. Firewall & Security Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls. Network segmentation and Zero Trust architecture. Data Center Architecture VXLAN/EVPN , VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics. Experience with Arista (or equivalent) and F5 BIG-IP (LTM, APM, ASM). Automation & NetDevOps Scripting with Python and Ansible. CI/CD pipelines (GitLab) and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform). Desirable Skills (The "Nice-to-Haves") Aruba Central/ClearPass SD-WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN/WiFi solutions Prior experience modernizing large-scale Legacy public sector networks What This Role Is Not Not an Operations-only or monitoring role. Not a pure SRE role without deep networking roots. Not an Incident Management role without design/build responsibilities. If you are interested, please apply directly. Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Role: Senior Infrastructure Engineer - NetDevOps Location: Newcastle (preferred), Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool Peel Park Type: Hybrid working 3-days a week onsite IR35: inside Job Description: Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto Firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills (Priority Criteria) Candidates must demonstrate strong, hands-on experience in the following areas: Enterprise Networking Engineering o Complex OSPF and BGP environments o Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows o Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies o Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls o Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud o Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture o VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics o Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) o Load balancing technologies (eg F5 BIG-IP: LTM/APM/ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (eg Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (eg GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge Proven track record as a Network/Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments (public sector experience beneficial but not essential) Nice to Have Aruba Central/ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN/WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising Legacy network environments Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Site Reliability Coach 6 months Remote £Negotiable - INSIDE IR35 Tech Stack Multiple Platforms and Applications AWS and Azure - Cloud Mainframe skills would be handy Latest applications on Cloud Dev Ops skills would be helpful Attitude of being part of the team and owning the outcomes Advocate - to change the culture to SRE Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

PRINCIPAL CYBERSECURITY ENGINEER SC Cleared - UK Only - (Sponsorship is unavailable) you must hold SC Clearance.Provide expert advice on the defences against cyber threats, data breaches, and emerging risks. This includes offering guidance on the selection, design, justification, implementation, and operational management of cybersecurity strategies, technologies, and standards. Contribute to the development and refinement of controls and processes to ensure the safety, confidentiality, integrity, availability, and overall security of data stored on systems. You will be responsible for identifying gaps in existing cybersecurity policies and procedures and, in collaboration with security, network, information governance, and technical leads, developing new measures to address these gaps. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: You will work closely with system and service owners, as well as internal and external stakeholders, to design, implement, and enforce appropriate protective and detective security controls, policies, and procedures. The role includes the administration and operational management of security tooling and SIEM platforms, with responsibility for monitoring, detecting, and responding to cyber threats, intrusions, and unauthorised or suspicious activity. This includes Microsoft Sentinel (data and source tuning, creation and maintenance of workbooks and connectors, and threat intelligence review), Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Defender for Cloud, and Darktrace, including system and model tuning, email module management, and configuration of autonomous response actions. You will be responsible for incident response activities, including triaging security alerts, investigating incidents, coordinating escalation and remediation, and conducting root cause analysis. You must be able to communicate effectively about security incidents and cyber risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. The role works closely with the Security Operations Centre (SOC) partner, supporting the assessment and investigation of alerts and contributing to the development and refinement of incident response plans and playbooks. You will support vulnerability management activities, including vulnerability assessments, annual audits, and penetration testing. This includes preparing and presenting incident, threat, and compliance reporting to stakeholders at all levels, including compiling a monthly SIRO report. Continuous improvement is a core responsibility. You will conduct post-incident reviews, recommend control and process improvements, and contribute to the creation and maintenance of cybersecurity governance documentation. You will also research emerging cyber threats and mitigation strategies and provide reports or presentations to senior stakeholders as required. The role supports cybersecurity training and awareness initiatives, promoting a strong security culture and helping to upskill colleagues in cybersecurity best practices. You will also collaborate with solution architects and project teams to ensure security is embedded into system and application designs, supporting secure architecture and delivery from the outset. Compliance & Framework Alignment: Ensure security operations align with regulatory standards and frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and NCSC CAF. Person SpecificationEssential: Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint/Cloud SIEM tools, threat intelligence platforms, and vulnerability management. Technical experience securing Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services cloud environments as well as on-premise/virtual Microsoft technologies. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to produce clear technical and non-technical reports. Ability to analyse and interpret security events/logs and perform remediation work to address security issues. Desirable: Recognised cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, GIAC, CISSP). Experience with DarkTrace Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science 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

Job Title: Senior Full Stack Developer (React & C#.NET) Contract Length: 12 Months Location: London - 3 Days a week Daily Rate: Circa 650/Day (Inside IR35) About the Role Join our dynamic team as a Senior Full Stack Developer, where your expertise in React JS and C# .NET Core will shine! We are looking for a tech-savvy professional with a passion for building scalable applications within the financial sector. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cloud-native architectures and cutting-edge technologies. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you! Technical Skills Front-end: Strong proficiency in React.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, Redux/RTK, and modern UI patterns, develop framework is essential Back-end: Expertise in C# .NET Core, REST APIs, and microservices-based development is essential Python (pyspark): Experience with data pipelines and analytics is a plus. Power BI: Familiarity with developing dashboards and data models. Architecture: Knowledge of microservices, API design, and event-driven architectures. DevOps/CI/CD: Experience with Azure DevOps, GitLab, GitHub Actions, or similar tools. Cloud Platforms: Proficient in Azure or AWS (Azure preferred). Databases: Strong skills in SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or other relational databases. containerisation: Experience with Docker and Kubernetes. Key Responsibilities Design & Develop: Create and maintain full stack applications using React JS and C#.NET Core. Build Services: Develop high-performance backend services and RESTful APIs with a focus on scalability and resilience. Create UI Components: Craft responsive and modular UI components using React JS and modern JavaScript/TypeScript patterns. Collaboration: Work closely with business stakeholders and domain experts in Risk, Regulatory Reporting, and Finance. Power BI Expertise: utilise your knowledge of Power BI to develop dashboards and analytical reports. CI/CD Implementation: Collaborate with DevSecOps to optimise CI/CD pipelines, ensuring automated testing and deployment. Architecture Contribution: Contribute to event-driven and distributed system designs using technologies like Kafka or Event Hub. Mentorship: Guide junior developers and foster a collaborative atmosphere within a cross-functional agile team. Soft Skills A strong engineering mindset with a relentless curiosity. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Exceptional communication skills to interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. An agile mindset with experience in Scrum/Agile environments. Ability to work independently and lead technical solutions from start to finish. Why Join Us? Work on innovative projects that make a difference in the financial sector. Collaborate with a talented team in a vibrant environment. Enjoy a competitive daily rate and flexible working arrangements. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to exciting projects, apply now! We can't wait to meet you! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our public sector client, who is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) for an initial ten-month assignment with the option to extend. Location: Hybrid working - Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham or Blackpool (60% site attendance required) About the role: You will be responsible for designing, building, and evolving large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. The ideal candidate will hold Active SC clearance and have a strong background in delivery Infrastructure/ Network Engineering support, with the following skills and experience: Experience in a Network / Infrastructure Engineer role in large-scale enterprise environments. Experience delivering engineering solutions. Experience of Enterprise Networking Engineering Experience of Firewall and Security Technologies (Palo Alto firewalls, Zero Trust & Secure Network Design Principals) Experience of Data Centre & Network Architecture (VXLAN/ EVPN, Load balancing technologies ie F5 BIG-IP) Experience in network automation (Python or Ansible) Experience in Infrastructure as Code (IAC), ie Terraform Experience working on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, OCI or GCP)

Summer-Browning Associates is currently supporting our public sector client, who is seeking an Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) for an initial ten-month assignment with the option to extend. Location: Hybrid working - Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham or Blackpool (60% site attendance required) About the role: You will be responsible for designing, building, and evolving large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. The ideal candidate will hold Active SC clearance and have a strong background in delivery Infrastructure/Network Engineering support, with the following skills and experience: Experience in a Network/Infrastructure Engineer role in large-scale enterprise environments. Experience delivering engineering solutions. Experience of Enterprise Networking Engineering Experience of Firewall and Security Technologies (Palo Alto Firewalls, Zero Trust & Secure Network Design Principals) Experience of Data Centre & Network Architecture (VXLAN/EVPN, Load balancing technologies ie F5 BIG-IP) Experience in network automation (Python or Ansible) Experience in Infrastructure as Code (IAC), ie Terraform Experience working on cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, OCI or GCP)

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer experienced in NetDevOps to work a contract for our client until the end of March in one of several available sites, working 3 days per week on-site. This role is available preferably in Newcastle, but also in Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, or Blackpool. Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto Firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills Enterprise Networking Engineering Complex OSPF and BGP environments Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) Load balancing technologies (eg F5 BIG-IP: LTM/APM/ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (eg Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (eg GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge Proven track record as a Network/Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments Nice to Have Aruba Central/ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN/WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising Legacy network environments If you feel you have the skills and experience needed for this role; please do apply now. By applying for this job and submitting your CV to Parker Shaw, you acknowledge and give permission for us to pass it to an associate company for resourcing purposes. We outsource some of our resourcing calls to a trusted third-party company and they may call you to discuss this opportunity with you. They will then report back to us with the outcome of their conversation with you, where upon we will decide whether to submit your CV to the end client. Please be assured that the third-party company do not store or control any of your data, this is all done by ourselves (Parker Shaw).

Title: Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) Location: Newcastle, UK (Also open to Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, or Blackpool) With Hybrid (60% on-site) Pay Rate: Depends on Experience Type & Duration: Contract |12 Months Contract with InsideIR35 Job Description: Role Overview: We are seeking a hands-on Senior Infrastructure Engineer with a NetDevOps mindset to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms. This is a "build and delivery" role, not an operations or SRE position. The successful candidate will integrate automation and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) into traditional network engineering to support critical, hybrid-cloud services. Key Technical Requirements (Priority Criteria): Candidates must demonstrate deep, hands-on experience in: Enterprise Network Engineering: Complex OSPF/BGP environments and designing resilient traffic flows. Security & Firewalls: Extensive experience with Palo Alto (policy design/implementation) and Zero Trust principles. Data Centre Architecture: VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics (Arista or equivalent). Load Balancing: F5 BIG-IP (LTM/APM/ASM). NetDevOps & Automation: Moving away from manual CLI; proficiency in Python, Ansible, Terraform, and GitLab CI/CD. Cloud/Hybrid Networking: Proven experience integrating local data centres with Azure, AWS, or OCI. Experience Profile: Engineer vs. Operator: We need a "builder" who can contribute to design and delivery immediately with minimal ramp-up. Environment: Experience in large-scale, complex, or regulated enterprise environments. Desirable Extras: Aruba Central/ClearPass, SD-WAN, or experience modernizing Legacy environments. What This Role Is NOT: Not a pure Operations/Monitoring role. Not a standard SRE role (requires deep networking depth). Not an Incident Management role.

WA Consultants is currently recruiting for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) for a 12-month contract. This role is supporting a Public Sector client and can be based out of one of their UK hubs. However, the preference is for someone to be based out of the Newcastle upon Tyne office and there is an expetation to be in the office at least 3-days per week. We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. Key Responsibilities: Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto Firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential skills: Enterprise Networking Engineering Complex OSPF and BGP environments Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) Load balancing technologies (eg F5 BIG-IP: LTM/APM/ASM) Please note, this contract position has been deemed by the client to fall inside of IR35. For further information, please contact Alexander Wilson. WA Consultants is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as described within The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003.

NetOps Engineer Looking for a NetOps Engineer who has strong experience with designing and building and delivery of large enterprise wide network platforms. The ideal engineer also needs experience of AWS/Azure Cloud services to ensure connectivity, implementation and maintenance of Pal Alto, as well as good python, Ansible and Infrastructure as code, as well as experience working in OSPF and BGP environments. You will work closely with the architecture, Cloud and Engineering teams. This is not a straight forward SRE role, you need to have strong network infrastructure engineering and hands on design and build experience.

Job Title : Senior Infrastructure Engineer/NetDevOps - SC Location: Newcastle (preferred), Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool - whichever is closest (2-3 days/week on site/Hybrid) Contract Duration : 31/3/27 Daily Rate: £ 650/per day (Umbrella - Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: SC Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto Firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills Candidates must demonstrate strong, hands-on experience in the following areas: Enterprise Networking Engineering Complex OSPF and BGP environments Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies Extensive experience with Palo Alto Firewalls Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture VXLAN/EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) Load balancing technologies (eg F5 BIG-IP: LTM/APM/ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability: You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (eg Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (eg GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience: Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge: Proven track record as a Network/Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments (public sector experience beneficial but not essential) SC Clearance Nice to Have: Aruba Central/ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN/WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising Legacy network environments Security Clearance: SC Clearance Disability Confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us. We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know. To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources

Location(s): Manchester, Cheltenham or Samlesbury Salary: £50,354 to £60,036, including a concessionary payment of £2,758. The final amount depends on your skills and experience. You ll also receive a one-off recruitment bonus of £3,500, split into two payments: £1,750 on arrival and £1,750 after successfully completing probation. In the future, there may be an opportunity to qualify for a higher skill level. Following a successful skills assessment, this could increase your salary by up to £9,766. Flexible Working: We recognise the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer full-time, part-time, and compressed hours. While hybrid working may be more limited due to the nature of the work, some home working may be available depending on business needs. Find out more about flexible working on our website . GCHQ is an intelligence, cyber and security agency with a mission to keep the UK safe. We use cutting-edge technology, ingenuity, and partnerships to identify, analyse and disrupt threats. Working with our intelligence partners MI5 and MI6, we protect the UK from terrorism, cyber-attacks, and espionage. At GCHQ, you ll do varied and fascinating work in a supportive and inclusive environment that puts the emphasis on teamwork. As a Senior Software Engineer, you ll bring your experience of modern software frameworks and team leadership to our passionate tech community. You ll help design new and existing systems, establish best working practices, and deliver high-quality solutions to mission-critical problems. With your expertise, you ll operate at a deep technical level, leveraging your familiarity with languages and frameworks such as Golang, Java, JavaScript, .NET, Node, Python, Rust, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, and GCP). You might be mentoring a team or leading as a technical expert. You ll be keen to develop not just your own skills, but those of others. Whether you re bringing new approaches, sharing innovative ways of working, or identifying new priorities, you ll set the standard. You ll engage with technical and non-technical customers and have a positive influence on the wider engineering community. With our encouragement to spend up to 30% of your time on development, innovation, and experimentation, you ll have the freedom to explore new possibilities for yourself and for GCHQ. You don t need to be a Software Engineer to apply; you might be working in Cloud Engineering and Security, UX, Site Reliability Engineering, Front-End Design, Agile, Solution Architecture, Data Engineering, or Machine Learning Operations. You ll also have experience leading Agile project teams and evaluating customer business requirements. Upon joining, you ll have access to a wide range of learning resources from online courses conferences and opportunities to pursue formal qualifications (funded by us). We ll provide all the support you need for a rewarding career, whether that s through tailored training or flexible working options. In this role, we offer full-time, part-time, and compressed hours, meaning you can enjoy a great work-life balance without compromising on what matters to you. At GCHQ, diversity and inclusion are critical to our mission. To protect the UK, we need a truly diverse workforce that reflects the society we serve. This includes diversity in every sense of the word: those with different backgrounds, ages, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ways of thinking, and those with disabilities or neurodivergent conditions. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from everyone, including those from groups that are under-represented in our workforce, such as women, those from an ethnic minority background, people with disabilities, and those from low socio-economic backgrounds. Find out more about our culture, working environment, and diversity on our website. To find out more and apply, please visit our website. To be eligible to apply, you must be a British Citizen. If you hold dual nationality, of which one component is British, you will nonetheless be considered. Candidates must normally have been resident in the UK for seven out of the last ten years. This is particularly important if you were born outside the UK. We welcome applications from candidates of all ages, and there is no upper age limit. You can apply at 17, if successful, you will not be offered a start date prior to your 18th birthday. Full eligibility details can be found on our website.