Job Title: Network Engineer Location: Birmingham Level: Consultant Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK) at the point of application. Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO As a team: You be required to perform "Business as usual" or Project implementations including design, build and system deployments, including troubleshooting, security and configuration changes. Join Accenture Technology and you will become part of the largest and most diverse group of business operations specialists in the world. You will be part of a team which implements public and private cloud technologies and builds and transforms client infrastructure services. The sheer variety of work we do, and the experience it offers, provides an unbeatable platform from which to build a career. This role may either be based from a multi-client delivery centre or at client sites for extended period of times when required. In our team we are seeking an experienced Network Engineer with: Working knowledge of network security including deployment and configuration of firewalls Working knowledge of networking routing protocols and an understanding of EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, and IP multicast. Management of LAN/WAN environments including device protocols and communication standards. Knowledge of Load balancer solutions, in particular F5 Working experience in public cloud network & infrastructure resources (Azure NSGs, Azure VMs) As a Network Engineer, you will: Manage all network components in a LAN/WAN environment Management of Network Security appliances (example: Next Gen Firewalls with UTM). Troubleshoot network connectivity incidents (this includes routing, switching and security). Build, configure and maintain network infrastructures as per best practices. Identify service improvements to reduce risk and improve stability. Producing high quality implementation scripts, test plans and change controls for all network changes. (ITIL Framework) Be expected to upskill your knowledge of different technologies (Project related) Create, maintaining, and reviewing operational and technical design documentation. As part of the UK Networks team, the successful candidate is expected to: Provide out of hours on-call support, when required Occasionally work unsociable hours (evening/night, weekends, bank holidays) Work effectively with teams in other geographic areas, particularly India. Help direct and educate/build skills in less experienced staff Be flexible, mobile and willing to work on client site at least 2 days a week. (Location: Birmingham) What's in it for you At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 days' vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.
07/12/2025
Full time
Job Title: Network Engineer Location: Birmingham Level: Consultant Please Note: Any offer of employment is subject to satisfactory BPSS and SC security clearance which requires 5 years continuous UK address history (typically including no periods of 30 consecutive days or more spent outside of the UK) at the point of application. Accenture is a leading global professional services company, providing a broad range of services in strategy and consulting, interactive, technology and operations, with digital capabilities across all of these services. With our thought leadership and culture of innovation, we apply industry expertise, diverse skill sets and next-generation technology to each business challenge. We believe in inclusion and diversity and supporting the whole person. Our core values comprise of Stewardship, Best People, Client Value Creation, One Global Network, Respect for the Individual and Integrity. Year after year, Accenture is recognized worldwide not just for business performance but for inclusion and diversity too. "Across the globe, one thing is universally true of the people of Accenture: We care deeply about what we do and the impact we have with our clients and with the communities in which we work and live. It is personal to all of us." - Julie Sweet, Accenture CEO As a team: You be required to perform "Business as usual" or Project implementations including design, build and system deployments, including troubleshooting, security and configuration changes. Join Accenture Technology and you will become part of the largest and most diverse group of business operations specialists in the world. You will be part of a team which implements public and private cloud technologies and builds and transforms client infrastructure services. The sheer variety of work we do, and the experience it offers, provides an unbeatable platform from which to build a career. This role may either be based from a multi-client delivery centre or at client sites for extended period of times when required. In our team we are seeking an experienced Network Engineer with: Working knowledge of network security including deployment and configuration of firewalls Working knowledge of networking routing protocols and an understanding of EIGRP, BGP, OSPF, and IP multicast. Management of LAN/WAN environments including device protocols and communication standards. Knowledge of Load balancer solutions, in particular F5 Working experience in public cloud network & infrastructure resources (Azure NSGs, Azure VMs) As a Network Engineer, you will: Manage all network components in a LAN/WAN environment Management of Network Security appliances (example: Next Gen Firewalls with UTM). Troubleshoot network connectivity incidents (this includes routing, switching and security). Build, configure and maintain network infrastructures as per best practices. Identify service improvements to reduce risk and improve stability. Producing high quality implementation scripts, test plans and change controls for all network changes. (ITIL Framework) Be expected to upskill your knowledge of different technologies (Project related) Create, maintaining, and reviewing operational and technical design documentation. As part of the UK Networks team, the successful candidate is expected to: Provide out of hours on-call support, when required Occasionally work unsociable hours (evening/night, weekends, bank holidays) Work effectively with teams in other geographic areas, particularly India. Help direct and educate/build skills in less experienced staff Be flexible, mobile and willing to work on client site at least 2 days a week. (Location: Birmingham) What's in it for you At Accenture in addition to a competitive basic salary, you will also have an extensive benefits package which includes 25 days' vacation per year, private medical insurance and 3 extra days leave per year for charitable work of your choice! Flexibility and mobility are required to deliver this role as there will be requirements to spend time onsite with our clients and partners to enable delivery of the first-class services we are known for.
Stevenage Join our forward-thinking IM Networks team as a Crypto Network Specialist. You'll own our cryptographic estate and processes while playing an active, hands-on role in the Network Security team. Think 70-80% crypto governance/operations and 20-30% network/security operations. You'll help us deliver secure, resilient connectivity across a multi-national environment. Salary: Up to £60,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site depending on business need. Some shift working may be required. Security Clearance: DV, but you are not required to hold DV currently. Nationality: British Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. After offer stage, all successful candidates will undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS) that are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. If the applicant does not have SC, an SC application will follow on from a successful BPSS clearance, followed by a DV application. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: Join our forward-thinking IM Networks team as a Cryptographic Network Specialist, where you will play a key role in our Network Security strategy and management. You will be responsible for: Crypto leadership and governance Managing the Crypto Network processes including ordering, Key Material Edition validity, and equipment/KM deliveries. Ensuring Crypto Management Plans are completed and submitted to the relevant authorities in a timely manner. Ensuring that mandated checks on cryptographic devices and associated items are performed and documented to agreed standards. Working with our Crypto custodians to ensure accurate transfer of information and maintaining records. Coordinate crypto change windows (key loads/rollovers), support incident response related to crypto assets, and drive continuous improvement of crypto processes. Ensure that Key Material is ordered from NCSC/MoD and delivered/installed in a timely manner, avoiding any lapse of service (or derogation requests). Regular status review calls with our Crypto stakeholders (internal and external). As the Crypto subject matter expert, the CNS will perform the CNA role for IM Networks. Operations, domains & personnel Manage our internet domain registrations (renewals, new registrations, DNS hygiene) and coordinate with partners to prevent lapses. Contribute to runbooks, design docs, standards, and audit artefacts, promote clear documentation and knowledge transfer across the team. Support the Network Security Manager with day-to-day shift management of Network Security engineers. Coordinate Network Equipment orders, tracking from purchase requisition through to equipment delivery. You will report to the Network Operations Manager and will support us with implementing changes securely, identifying vulnerabilities, managing incidents and ensuring compliance with our accreditation requirements. This is a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the IM Networks team, solving complex challenges and having a direct impact on the overall resilience of our Network Security environment. If you are passionate about Network Security, and Cryptographic processes specifically, this role could be the perfect fit for you. What we're looking for from you: Must-have/Essential Solid understanding of cryptographic equipment and management processes, including key lifecycle, custody, evidence, and compliance. Self-motivated, ambitious and tenacious, with the ability to work under pressure. A strong, analytical, mindset. A methodical and structured approach to document management. Strong IPv4 fundamentals: subnetting, routing, ACLs, NAT, troubleshooting (packet flow, TCP/IP, MTU/MSS, etc.). Strong understanding of common enterprise protocols (OSPF/BGP, HSRP/VRRP, 802.1Q, Port-Channels). Comfortable working with Microsoft Office, Windows Server/AD, Linux, and VMware vSphere in support of network/security services. Familiarity with monitoring tools (PRTG, Nagios) and using telemetry to inform troubleshooting. Nice-to-have/Desirable Line Management experience. IPv6, multicast, and advanced QoS exposure. Cisco ISE (NAC/SGT), Cisco DNA Centre/SDA, or Cisco ACI familiarity. Automation/scripting (Ansible, Python) for repeatable changes and evidence collection. Load balancing (e.g. F5), secure email/web gateways, or SD-WAN exposure. Certifications: CCNA/CCNP (Enterprise or Security), PCNSA/PCNSE, Check Point CCSA/CCSE, VMware VCP, Linux+ / RHCSA (or equivalent experience). Practical experience with Cisco Catalyst Center/Nexus (L2/L3). Exposure to next-gen firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto/Cisco/Check Point) and secure proxies (e.g., Broadcom/Blue Coat), including change management and policy hygiene. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
05/12/2025
Full time
Stevenage Join our forward-thinking IM Networks team as a Crypto Network Specialist. You'll own our cryptographic estate and processes while playing an active, hands-on role in the Network Security team. Think 70-80% crypto governance/operations and 20-30% network/security operations. You'll help us deliver secure, resilient connectivity across a multi-national environment. Salary: Up to £60,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site depending on business need. Some shift working may be required. Security Clearance: DV, but you are not required to hold DV currently. Nationality: British Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. After offer stage, all successful candidates will undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS) that are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. If the applicant does not have SC, an SC application will follow on from a successful BPSS clearance, followed by a DV application. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: Join our forward-thinking IM Networks team as a Cryptographic Network Specialist, where you will play a key role in our Network Security strategy and management. You will be responsible for: Crypto leadership and governance Managing the Crypto Network processes including ordering, Key Material Edition validity, and equipment/KM deliveries. Ensuring Crypto Management Plans are completed and submitted to the relevant authorities in a timely manner. Ensuring that mandated checks on cryptographic devices and associated items are performed and documented to agreed standards. Working with our Crypto custodians to ensure accurate transfer of information and maintaining records. Coordinate crypto change windows (key loads/rollovers), support incident response related to crypto assets, and drive continuous improvement of crypto processes. Ensure that Key Material is ordered from NCSC/MoD and delivered/installed in a timely manner, avoiding any lapse of service (or derogation requests). Regular status review calls with our Crypto stakeholders (internal and external). As the Crypto subject matter expert, the CNS will perform the CNA role for IM Networks. Operations, domains & personnel Manage our internet domain registrations (renewals, new registrations, DNS hygiene) and coordinate with partners to prevent lapses. Contribute to runbooks, design docs, standards, and audit artefacts, promote clear documentation and knowledge transfer across the team. Support the Network Security Manager with day-to-day shift management of Network Security engineers. Coordinate Network Equipment orders, tracking from purchase requisition through to equipment delivery. You will report to the Network Operations Manager and will support us with implementing changes securely, identifying vulnerabilities, managing incidents and ensuring compliance with our accreditation requirements. This is a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the IM Networks team, solving complex challenges and having a direct impact on the overall resilience of our Network Security environment. If you are passionate about Network Security, and Cryptographic processes specifically, this role could be the perfect fit for you. What we're looking for from you: Must-have/Essential Solid understanding of cryptographic equipment and management processes, including key lifecycle, custody, evidence, and compliance. Self-motivated, ambitious and tenacious, with the ability to work under pressure. A strong, analytical, mindset. A methodical and structured approach to document management. Strong IPv4 fundamentals: subnetting, routing, ACLs, NAT, troubleshooting (packet flow, TCP/IP, MTU/MSS, etc.). Strong understanding of common enterprise protocols (OSPF/BGP, HSRP/VRRP, 802.1Q, Port-Channels). Comfortable working with Microsoft Office, Windows Server/AD, Linux, and VMware vSphere in support of network/security services. Familiarity with monitoring tools (PRTG, Nagios) and using telemetry to inform troubleshooting. Nice-to-have/Desirable Line Management experience. IPv6, multicast, and advanced QoS exposure. Cisco ISE (NAC/SGT), Cisco DNA Centre/SDA, or Cisco ACI familiarity. Automation/scripting (Ansible, Python) for repeatable changes and evidence collection. Load balancing (e.g. F5), secure email/web gateways, or SD-WAN exposure. Certifications: CCNA/CCNP (Enterprise or Security), PCNSA/PCNSE, Check Point CCSA/CCSE, VMware VCP, Linux+ / RHCSA (or equivalent experience). Practical experience with Cisco Catalyst Center/Nexus (L2/L3). Exposure to next-gen firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto/Cisco/Check Point) and secure proxies (e.g., Broadcom/Blue Coat), including change management and policy hygiene. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Network Design Engineer Must have an Active DV Clearance An opportunity has arisen for a Network Design Engineer to join a secure Defence and National Security programme, delivering medium and large scale network solutions across mission critical environments. This role is suited to a capable network professional who can design, implement, and support secure enterprise networks while working collaboratively across multi skilled teams. About the Role - Network Design Engineer As a Network Design Engineer , you will design, configure, and deploy network solutions that meet business and technical requirements across secure environments. You will produce design documentation, support governance reviews, and provide hands on implementation and troubleshooting support. The role involves supporting project milestones, ensuring effective handover to service, and resolving complex network issues across multiple vendors and domains. You will work with stakeholders, assist with performance testing, and contribute to automation and continuous improvement. What We're Looking For - Network Design Engineer Strong experience with Cisco and Juniper technologies, with certifications such as CCNA , CCNP , or JNCIS-ENT . Knowledge of routing protocols , VRFs, VPNs, IDS, IPS, and network security controls. Experience with F5 , Cisco Secure Firewall , and Gigamon . Strong design and troubleshooting background across enterprise and multi vendor networks. Understanding of TCP/IP , IPv4/IPv6, VLANs, and data centre networking. Experience using tools such as Visio , SolarWinds, and Nagios. Strong communication skills, with the ability to document solutions and collaborate with stakeholders. Support secure and high assurance network services as a Network Design Engineer . To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button.
05/12/2025
Contractor
Network Design Engineer Must have an Active DV Clearance An opportunity has arisen for a Network Design Engineer to join a secure Defence and National Security programme, delivering medium and large scale network solutions across mission critical environments. This role is suited to a capable network professional who can design, implement, and support secure enterprise networks while working collaboratively across multi skilled teams. About the Role - Network Design Engineer As a Network Design Engineer , you will design, configure, and deploy network solutions that meet business and technical requirements across secure environments. You will produce design documentation, support governance reviews, and provide hands on implementation and troubleshooting support. The role involves supporting project milestones, ensuring effective handover to service, and resolving complex network issues across multiple vendors and domains. You will work with stakeholders, assist with performance testing, and contribute to automation and continuous improvement. What We're Looking For - Network Design Engineer Strong experience with Cisco and Juniper technologies, with certifications such as CCNA , CCNP , or JNCIS-ENT . Knowledge of routing protocols , VRFs, VPNs, IDS, IPS, and network security controls. Experience with F5 , Cisco Secure Firewall , and Gigamon . Strong design and troubleshooting background across enterprise and multi vendor networks. Understanding of TCP/IP , IPv4/IPv6, VLANs, and data centre networking. Experience using tools such as Visio , SolarWinds, and Nagios. Strong communication skills, with the ability to document solutions and collaborate with stakeholders. Support secure and high assurance network services as a Network Design Engineer . To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button.
Network Web Proxy Infra Engineer - Investment Banking - Proxy Tech (F5 BIG-IP, McAfee, Skyhigh, Bluecoat) Our client is looking for a Web Proxy Network Engineer on a contract basis to support the delivery and enhancement of their EMEA network. This role is ideal for someone who already has hands-on experience working with Proxy technologies (such as McAfee, Skyhigh, Blue Coat, or similar), and is ready to step into a fast-paced enterprise environment where you can further deepen your expertise. You will: Support the implementation and configuration of Access Policies, routing and Management of Web Proxies Contribute to change and incident activities within a complex network infrastructure Collaborate with senior engineers and architecture teams to deliver stable, secure, and scalable services We are not looking for someone brand new to the technology - you should already be familiar with the key tools and concepts and be ready to contribute from day one, even if you're still developing full mastery. Core Skills & Experience Required: Hands-on experience supporting or configuring Proxy platforms (eg McAfee, Skyhigh, Blue Coat) Experience or knowledge of Load Balancing technologies such as F5 BIG IP (LTM/GTM) VMWare Next Gen Load Balancer (formerly AVI Networks) Working knowledge of TCP/IP, HTTP/S, SSL certificates, NAT, DNS, and Layer 7 protocols Comfort using CLI and GUI interfaces for network appliance configuration Preferred: Experience building from base and upgrading firmware of Web Proxies Experience of DLP/Malware Protection & Mitigation infrastructure Experience writing or editing iRules, health monitors, or similar load balancing policies Awareness of certificate management, TLS handshake flow, and debugging tools (Wireshark, Fiddler) Contract Role inside IR35 - initial 12 month contract - 3 days a week in office (candidate can be based near Manchester/Liverpool/Stoke/Birmingham) By applying to this job you are sending us your CV, which may contain personal information. Please refer to our Privacy Notice to understand how we process this information. In short, in order to supply you with work finding services, we will hold and process your personal data, and only with your express permission we will share this personal data with a client (or a third party working on behalf of the client) by email or by upload to the Client/third parties vendor management system. By giving us permission to send your CV to a client, this constitutes permission to share the personal data that would be necessary to consider your application, interview you (Phone/video/face to face) and if successful hire you. Scope AT acts as an employment agency for Permanent Recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the Terms and Conditions, Data Protection Policy, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
05/12/2025
Contractor
Network Web Proxy Infra Engineer - Investment Banking - Proxy Tech (F5 BIG-IP, McAfee, Skyhigh, Bluecoat) Our client is looking for a Web Proxy Network Engineer on a contract basis to support the delivery and enhancement of their EMEA network. This role is ideal for someone who already has hands-on experience working with Proxy technologies (such as McAfee, Skyhigh, Blue Coat, or similar), and is ready to step into a fast-paced enterprise environment where you can further deepen your expertise. You will: Support the implementation and configuration of Access Policies, routing and Management of Web Proxies Contribute to change and incident activities within a complex network infrastructure Collaborate with senior engineers and architecture teams to deliver stable, secure, and scalable services We are not looking for someone brand new to the technology - you should already be familiar with the key tools and concepts and be ready to contribute from day one, even if you're still developing full mastery. Core Skills & Experience Required: Hands-on experience supporting or configuring Proxy platforms (eg McAfee, Skyhigh, Blue Coat) Experience or knowledge of Load Balancing technologies such as F5 BIG IP (LTM/GTM) VMWare Next Gen Load Balancer (formerly AVI Networks) Working knowledge of TCP/IP, HTTP/S, SSL certificates, NAT, DNS, and Layer 7 protocols Comfort using CLI and GUI interfaces for network appliance configuration Preferred: Experience building from base and upgrading firmware of Web Proxies Experience of DLP/Malware Protection & Mitigation infrastructure Experience writing or editing iRules, health monitors, or similar load balancing policies Awareness of certificate management, TLS handshake flow, and debugging tools (Wireshark, Fiddler) Contract Role inside IR35 - initial 12 month contract - 3 days a week in office (candidate can be based near Manchester/Liverpool/Stoke/Birmingham) By applying to this job you are sending us your CV, which may contain personal information. Please refer to our Privacy Notice to understand how we process this information. In short, in order to supply you with work finding services, we will hold and process your personal data, and only with your express permission we will share this personal data with a client (or a third party working on behalf of the client) by email or by upload to the Client/third parties vendor management system. By giving us permission to send your CV to a client, this constitutes permission to share the personal data that would be necessary to consider your application, interview you (Phone/video/face to face) and if successful hire you. Scope AT acts as an employment agency for Permanent Recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the Terms and Conditions, Data Protection Policy, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
IT Database and Web Platform Engineer (6-Month FTC) Birmingham - Hybrid (up to 40% remote working) Competitive Salary VIQU are partnering with a global law firm to recruit an IT Database and Web Platform Engineer on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work within a highly technical, enterprise-scale environment, supporting and optimising the firm's SQL, SharePoint, Web, and Azure infrastructure. Key Requirements of the IT Database and Web Platform Engineer: Proven experience administering and supporting Microsoft SQL Server, SharePoint, and web infrastructure. Strong understanding of SQL Server high availability and disaster recovery technologies (Always-On, Mirroring, Clustering, Replication, Log Shipping). Experience with web farm environments and load balancing, ideally with F5 BigIP. Hands-on experience managing and optimising Azure Cloud Services and Azure Active Directory. Experience providing third-line technical support and delivering code deployments or system upgrades. Strong problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and operational reliability. Collaborative and proactive approach, comfortable working across global IT and vendor teams. Desirable: experience with Azure migrations, PowerShell scripting, Kubernetes, or automation tools. Legal or financial services sector experience highly desirable. Key Responsibilities of the IT Database and Web Platform Engineer: Maintain and optimise SQL Server, SharePoint, and web platform environments across on-premise and cloud infrastructures. Deliver reliable third-line support, incident resolution, and root cause analysis for critical systems. Oversee system performance monitoring, capacity planning, and disaster recovery configurations. Support code releases, upgrades, and migrations to Azure PaaS and related services. Collaborate with global teams to enhance security, resilience, and performance of IT systems. Contribute to infrastructure documentation, process improvement, and automation initiatives. Ensure adherence to IT governance, compliance, and best practice standards. Apply now to speak with Phoebe Rees at VIQU IT in confidence. Do you know someone great? We'll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment.
05/12/2025
Full time
IT Database and Web Platform Engineer (6-Month FTC) Birmingham - Hybrid (up to 40% remote working) Competitive Salary VIQU are partnering with a global law firm to recruit an IT Database and Web Platform Engineer on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work within a highly technical, enterprise-scale environment, supporting and optimising the firm's SQL, SharePoint, Web, and Azure infrastructure. Key Requirements of the IT Database and Web Platform Engineer: Proven experience administering and supporting Microsoft SQL Server, SharePoint, and web infrastructure. Strong understanding of SQL Server high availability and disaster recovery technologies (Always-On, Mirroring, Clustering, Replication, Log Shipping). Experience with web farm environments and load balancing, ideally with F5 BigIP. Hands-on experience managing and optimising Azure Cloud Services and Azure Active Directory. Experience providing third-line technical support and delivering code deployments or system upgrades. Strong problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and operational reliability. Collaborative and proactive approach, comfortable working across global IT and vendor teams. Desirable: experience with Azure migrations, PowerShell scripting, Kubernetes, or automation tools. Legal or financial services sector experience highly desirable. Key Responsibilities of the IT Database and Web Platform Engineer: Maintain and optimise SQL Server, SharePoint, and web platform environments across on-premise and cloud infrastructures. Deliver reliable third-line support, incident resolution, and root cause analysis for critical systems. Oversee system performance monitoring, capacity planning, and disaster recovery configurations. Support code releases, upgrades, and migrations to Azure PaaS and related services. Collaborate with global teams to enhance security, resilience, and performance of IT systems. Contribute to infrastructure documentation, process improvement, and automation initiatives. Ensure adherence to IT governance, compliance, and best practice standards. Apply now to speak with Phoebe Rees at VIQU IT in confidence. Do you know someone great? We'll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment.
Job Tittle: Proxy Network Engineer Location: Chester, Bromley and Camberley (3 days a week on-site) Contract Length: 12 Months Working Hours : Monday to Friday, standard office hours with out of hours requirement Rate: Circa £600/Day Status: Inside IR35 Role Overview: The role is within the EMEA Network Engineering Proxy Services Team, working on complex technical designs that enable business strategies in accordance with architectural governance, standards and policies. This job facilitates deployment of technical solutions by designing, engineering and implementing configuration across EMEA network infrastructure. Skills Proven experience as a Network Security Engineer. Proven experience of working with Bluecoat Proxy SG (Symantec) and/or McAfee Web Gateway (Trellix SkyHigh) Knowledge and experience of working with SSL traffic Decryption and Inspection either On-Proxy or 3rd Party (F5 SSLO, Radware Alteon) Ability to base build and configure Network Proxies to given standards Knowledge and experience of working with and creating automation scripts Strong DMZ architecture and engineering Experience In-depth knowledge of network protocols, security principles, and best practices. Working knowledge of DNS Strong communication and technical analytical skills Network security and compliance Experience in troubleshooting and resolving complex network issues. A good strong team player but capable of self-working Strong client focus Responsibilities: Eliciting, analysing and documenting technical application and service requirements Working with multiple technical teams to identify end to end solutions that balance business, security, availability and resiliency requirements. Creating and documenting designs utilizing design patterns and standard approaches to best meet requirements. Configuration of devices to deploying new services into production Participating in the prioritization and scheduling of implementation activities. Managing stakeholder requirements Active participation in the Change Management process Assisting with the troubleshooting of existing and new implementations to resolve issues identified in testing and improve services. Identifying / managing the mitigation of risks within the operational environment. Ensuring documentation is updated to reflect new additions to or modifications in the environment and handed into Operations successfully. Why Join Us? Work in a vibrant and dynamic environment with a team of talented professionals. Contribute to innovative projects that make a real difference. Enjoy a full-time schedule with flexibility and a supportive culture. Grow your skills and advance your career in a leading organisation. If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey and make a significant impact, apply now! Join our client in shaping the future of network engineering. Your expertise is the missing piece we need! Apply Today! Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 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.
04/12/2025
Contractor
Job Tittle: Proxy Network Engineer Location: Chester, Bromley and Camberley (3 days a week on-site) Contract Length: 12 Months Working Hours : Monday to Friday, standard office hours with out of hours requirement Rate: Circa £600/Day Status: Inside IR35 Role Overview: The role is within the EMEA Network Engineering Proxy Services Team, working on complex technical designs that enable business strategies in accordance with architectural governance, standards and policies. This job facilitates deployment of technical solutions by designing, engineering and implementing configuration across EMEA network infrastructure. Skills Proven experience as a Network Security Engineer. Proven experience of working with Bluecoat Proxy SG (Symantec) and/or McAfee Web Gateway (Trellix SkyHigh) Knowledge and experience of working with SSL traffic Decryption and Inspection either On-Proxy or 3rd Party (F5 SSLO, Radware Alteon) Ability to base build and configure Network Proxies to given standards Knowledge and experience of working with and creating automation scripts Strong DMZ architecture and engineering Experience In-depth knowledge of network protocols, security principles, and best practices. Working knowledge of DNS Strong communication and technical analytical skills Network security and compliance Experience in troubleshooting and resolving complex network issues. A good strong team player but capable of self-working Strong client focus Responsibilities: Eliciting, analysing and documenting technical application and service requirements Working with multiple technical teams to identify end to end solutions that balance business, security, availability and resiliency requirements. Creating and documenting designs utilizing design patterns and standard approaches to best meet requirements. Configuration of devices to deploying new services into production Participating in the prioritization and scheduling of implementation activities. Managing stakeholder requirements Active participation in the Change Management process Assisting with the troubleshooting of existing and new implementations to resolve issues identified in testing and improve services. Identifying / managing the mitigation of risks within the operational environment. Ensuring documentation is updated to reflect new additions to or modifications in the environment and handed into Operations successfully. Why Join Us? Work in a vibrant and dynamic environment with a team of talented professionals. Contribute to innovative projects that make a real difference. Enjoy a full-time schedule with flexibility and a supportive culture. Grow your skills and advance your career in a leading organisation. If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey and make a significant impact, apply now! Join our client in shaping the future of network engineering. Your expertise is the missing piece we need! Apply Today! Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 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.
Kick-start or elevate your IT engineering career with a leading UK Cloud & Managed Services provider, supporting customers across the region as a Field Service Engineer within a high-growth, supportive team. IT Customer Support EngineerOssett, West Yorkshire (On-site with regional travel) Full Time, Permanent Competitive basic salary + company vehicle About the company: Our client is one of the UK's most successful independent IT cloud and managed services providers, supporting more than 2,500 customers nationwide with cutting-edge technology solutions and award-winning support. About the role: As an IT Customer Support Engineer you'll respond to service calls across a 75-mile radius of the Ossett head office, providing hardware break-fix support, preventative maintenance and on-site technical expertise while maintaining exceptional customer communication and working within strict SLA requirements. Key responsibilities: Respond to service calls on client sites Handle hardware break-fix tasks and deployments, meeting required SLAs Troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve complex technical faults with real-time updates Conduct comprehensive preventative maintenance with full activity documentation Maintain an in-depth technical knowledge of company products, services and solutions Update tickets and call records in real time using company systems and software Assist with project rollouts and support ad hoc tasks as required Troubleshoot hardware including printers, laptops, servers, routers and switches Travel regularly to client sites and occasionally to other offices The ideal candidate: You're an experienced IT Customer Support Engineer with strong troubleshooting abilities, excellent customer-facing skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a small team. Relevant experience in a similar role Full UK driving licence (essential) Strong IT troubleshooting skills Printer repair experience and understanding of mechanical print processes (essential) PC and server hardware experience Vendor accreditations (e.g., Lenovo or others) advantageous Knowledge of HP, Sharp, Xerox, Kyocera and Canon printers beneficial Flexible, organised and committed to maintaining high standards of work Able to adhere to ISO 9001, ISO 27001 and Group Information Security Policy Benefits - Talent is rewarded with a package designed to help you thrive: Competitive salary 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Company vehicle (with business mileage reimbursement) Birthday holiday 37.5-hour week, Monday to Friday between 8am-6pm Part of an on-call OOH rota (enhanced pay) Pension scheme Death in Service Insurance Uniform provided Ongoing training and career development opportunities How to apply for the role: If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click "apply" today and check your inbox for an email directing you to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please. A career here means shaping your future with market-leading tools, training and support, so apply now to join an expanding engineering team! Other suitable skills and experience include: Helpdesk Technician, Application Support Engineer, Network Support Engineer, Systems Support Specialist, IT Operations Engineer, End-User Support Technician, Remote Support Engineer, IT Service Desk Analyst, Technical Solutions Engineer, IT Infrastructure Support Engineer.
04/12/2025
Full time
Kick-start or elevate your IT engineering career with a leading UK Cloud & Managed Services provider, supporting customers across the region as a Field Service Engineer within a high-growth, supportive team. IT Customer Support EngineerOssett, West Yorkshire (On-site with regional travel) Full Time, Permanent Competitive basic salary + company vehicle About the company: Our client is one of the UK's most successful independent IT cloud and managed services providers, supporting more than 2,500 customers nationwide with cutting-edge technology solutions and award-winning support. About the role: As an IT Customer Support Engineer you'll respond to service calls across a 75-mile radius of the Ossett head office, providing hardware break-fix support, preventative maintenance and on-site technical expertise while maintaining exceptional customer communication and working within strict SLA requirements. Key responsibilities: Respond to service calls on client sites Handle hardware break-fix tasks and deployments, meeting required SLAs Troubleshoot, diagnose and resolve complex technical faults with real-time updates Conduct comprehensive preventative maintenance with full activity documentation Maintain an in-depth technical knowledge of company products, services and solutions Update tickets and call records in real time using company systems and software Assist with project rollouts and support ad hoc tasks as required Troubleshoot hardware including printers, laptops, servers, routers and switches Travel regularly to client sites and occasionally to other offices The ideal candidate: You're an experienced IT Customer Support Engineer with strong troubleshooting abilities, excellent customer-facing skills and the ability to work independently or as part of a small team. Relevant experience in a similar role Full UK driving licence (essential) Strong IT troubleshooting skills Printer repair experience and understanding of mechanical print processes (essential) PC and server hardware experience Vendor accreditations (e.g., Lenovo or others) advantageous Knowledge of HP, Sharp, Xerox, Kyocera and Canon printers beneficial Flexible, organised and committed to maintaining high standards of work Able to adhere to ISO 9001, ISO 27001 and Group Information Security Policy Benefits - Talent is rewarded with a package designed to help you thrive: Competitive salary 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Company vehicle (with business mileage reimbursement) Birthday holiday 37.5-hour week, Monday to Friday between 8am-6pm Part of an on-call OOH rota (enhanced pay) Pension scheme Death in Service Insurance Uniform provided Ongoing training and career development opportunities How to apply for the role: If you have the skills and experience required for this position, click "apply" today and check your inbox for an email directing you to complete your application and provide any other supporting documents. You must be authorised to work in the UK. No agencies please. A career here means shaping your future with market-leading tools, training and support, so apply now to join an expanding engineering team! Other suitable skills and experience include: Helpdesk Technician, Application Support Engineer, Network Support Engineer, Systems Support Specialist, IT Operations Engineer, End-User Support Technician, Remote Support Engineer, IT Service Desk Analyst, Technical Solutions Engineer, IT Infrastructure Support Engineer.
Stevenage Join our forward-thinking IM Networks team as a Crypto Network Specialist. You'll own our cryptographic estate and processes while playing an active, hands-on role in the Network Security team. Think 70-80% crypto governance/operations and 20-30% network/security operations. You'll help us deliver secure, resilient connectivity across a multi-national environment. Salary: Up to £60,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site depending on business need. Some shift working may be required. Security Clearance: DV, but you are not required to hold DV currently. Nationality: British Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. After offer stage, all successful candidates will undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS) that are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. If the applicant does not have SC, an SC application will follow on from a successful BPSS clearance, followed by a DV application. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: Join our forward-thinking IM Networks team as a Cryptographic Network Specialist, where you will play a key role in our Network Security strategy and management. You will be responsible for: Crypto leadership and governance Managing the Crypto Network processes including ordering, Key Material Edition validity, and equipment/KM deliveries. Ensuring Crypto Management Plans are completed and submitted to the relevant authorities in a timely manner. Ensuring that mandated checks on cryptographic devices and associated items are performed and documented to agreed standards. Working with our Crypto custodians to ensure accurate transfer of information and maintaining records. Coordinate crypto change windows (key loads/rollovers), support incident response related to crypto assets, and drive continuous improvement of crypto processes. Ensure that Key Material is ordered from NCSC/MoD and delivered/installed in a timely manner, avoiding any lapse of service (or derogation requests). Regular status review calls with our Crypto stakeholders (internal and external). As the Crypto subject matter expert, the CNS will perform the CNA role for IM Networks. Operations, domains & personnel Manage our internet domain registrations (renewals, new registrations, DNS hygiene) and coordinate with partners to prevent lapses. Contribute to runbooks, design docs, standards, and audit artefacts, promote clear documentation and knowledge transfer across the team. Support the Network Security Manager with day-to-day shift management of Network Security engineers. Coordinate Network Equipment orders, tracking from purchase requisition through to equipment delivery. You will report to the Network Operations Manager and will support us with implementing changes securely, identifying vulnerabilities, managing incidents and ensuring compliance with our accreditation requirements. This is a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the IM Networks team, solving complex challenges and having a direct impact on the overall resilience of our Network Security environment. If you are passionate about Network Security, and Cryptographic processes specifically, this role could be the perfect fit for you. What we're looking for from you: Must-have/Essential Solid understanding of cryptographic equipment and management processes, including key lifecycle, custody, evidence, and compliance. Self-motivated, ambitious and tenacious, with the ability to work under pressure. A strong, analytical, mindset. A methodical and structured approach to document management. Strong IPv4 fundamentals: subnetting, routing, ACLs, NAT, troubleshooting (packet flow, TCP/IP, MTU/MSS, etc.). Strong understanding of common enterprise protocols (OSPF/BGP, HSRP/VRRP, 802.1Q, Port-Channels). Comfortable working with Microsoft Office, Windows Server/AD, Linux, and VMware vSphere in support of network/security services. Familiarity with monitoring tools (PRTG, Nagios) and using telemetry to inform troubleshooting. Nice-to-have/Desirable Line Management experience. IPv6, multicast, and advanced QoS exposure. Cisco ISE (NAC/SGT), Cisco DNA Centre/SDA, or Cisco ACI familiarity. Automation/scripting (Ansible, Python) for repeatable changes and evidence collection. Load balancing (e.g. F5), secure email/web gateways, or SD-WAN exposure. Certifications: CCNA/CCNP (Enterprise or Security), PCNSA/PCNSE, Check Point CCSA/CCSE, VMware VCP, Linux+ / RHCSA (or equivalent experience). Practical experience with Cisco Catalyst Center/Nexus (L2/L3). Exposure to next-gen firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto/Cisco/Check Point) and secure proxies (e.g., Broadcom/Blue Coat), including change management and policy hygiene. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. JBRP1_UKTJ
04/12/2025
Full time
Stevenage Join our forward-thinking IM Networks team as a Crypto Network Specialist. You'll own our cryptographic estate and processes while playing an active, hands-on role in the Network Security team. Think 70-80% crypto governance/operations and 20-30% network/security operations. You'll help us deliver secure, resilient connectivity across a multi-national environment. Salary: Up to £60,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site depending on business need. Some shift working may be required. Security Clearance: DV, but you are not required to hold DV currently. Nationality: British Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. After offer stage, all successful candidates will undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS) that are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. If the applicant does not have SC, an SC application will follow on from a successful BPSS clearance, followed by a DV application. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: Join our forward-thinking IM Networks team as a Cryptographic Network Specialist, where you will play a key role in our Network Security strategy and management. You will be responsible for: Crypto leadership and governance Managing the Crypto Network processes including ordering, Key Material Edition validity, and equipment/KM deliveries. Ensuring Crypto Management Plans are completed and submitted to the relevant authorities in a timely manner. Ensuring that mandated checks on cryptographic devices and associated items are performed and documented to agreed standards. Working with our Crypto custodians to ensure accurate transfer of information and maintaining records. Coordinate crypto change windows (key loads/rollovers), support incident response related to crypto assets, and drive continuous improvement of crypto processes. Ensure that Key Material is ordered from NCSC/MoD and delivered/installed in a timely manner, avoiding any lapse of service (or derogation requests). Regular status review calls with our Crypto stakeholders (internal and external). As the Crypto subject matter expert, the CNS will perform the CNA role for IM Networks. Operations, domains & personnel Manage our internet domain registrations (renewals, new registrations, DNS hygiene) and coordinate with partners to prevent lapses. Contribute to runbooks, design docs, standards, and audit artefacts, promote clear documentation and knowledge transfer across the team. Support the Network Security Manager with day-to-day shift management of Network Security engineers. Coordinate Network Equipment orders, tracking from purchase requisition through to equipment delivery. You will report to the Network Operations Manager and will support us with implementing changes securely, identifying vulnerabilities, managing incidents and ensuring compliance with our accreditation requirements. This is a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the IM Networks team, solving complex challenges and having a direct impact on the overall resilience of our Network Security environment. If you are passionate about Network Security, and Cryptographic processes specifically, this role could be the perfect fit for you. What we're looking for from you: Must-have/Essential Solid understanding of cryptographic equipment and management processes, including key lifecycle, custody, evidence, and compliance. Self-motivated, ambitious and tenacious, with the ability to work under pressure. A strong, analytical, mindset. A methodical and structured approach to document management. Strong IPv4 fundamentals: subnetting, routing, ACLs, NAT, troubleshooting (packet flow, TCP/IP, MTU/MSS, etc.). Strong understanding of common enterprise protocols (OSPF/BGP, HSRP/VRRP, 802.1Q, Port-Channels). Comfortable working with Microsoft Office, Windows Server/AD, Linux, and VMware vSphere in support of network/security services. Familiarity with monitoring tools (PRTG, Nagios) and using telemetry to inform troubleshooting. Nice-to-have/Desirable Line Management experience. IPv6, multicast, and advanced QoS exposure. Cisco ISE (NAC/SGT), Cisco DNA Centre/SDA, or Cisco ACI familiarity. Automation/scripting (Ansible, Python) for repeatable changes and evidence collection. Load balancing (e.g. F5), secure email/web gateways, or SD-WAN exposure. Certifications: CCNA/CCNP (Enterprise or Security), PCNSA/PCNSE, Check Point CCSA/CCSE, VMware VCP, Linux+ / RHCSA (or equivalent experience). Practical experience with Cisco Catalyst Center/Nexus (L2/L3). Exposure to next-gen firewalls (e.g., Palo Alto/Cisco/Check Point) and secure proxies (e.g., Broadcom/Blue Coat), including change management and policy hygiene. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information. JBRP1_UKTJ
Senior Network Engineer (DV Security Clearance) Position Description As a Senior Network Engineer at CGI, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding and advancing the networks that power our clients' most critical missions. You will help shape resilient, secure, and scalable infrastructure while contributing to innovative integration and design projects that drive industry transformation. This role offers the chance to take meaningful ownership of complex challenges, collaborate with expert teams, and apply your creativity to deliver future-ready network solutions. Supported by CGI's strong engineering community, you'll make a lasting impact across high-value programmes while continuously growing your skills in a dynamic and trusted environment. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will take ownership of complex network operations, ensuring high availability, stability, and security across critical infrastructures. You will apply your expertise to both support and enhance network environments, driving improvements that strengthen operational resilience and client outcomes. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to the design and integration of new solutions, using your creativity and judgement to deliver scalable, future-proof capabilities. You will also play a key role in knowledge sharing and team development, offering guidance to colleagues while being supported by a collaborative engineering community. Your decisions and insights will directly influence service quality, network performance, and the success of mission-critical programmes. Key Responsibilities: Lead & Innovate: Provide advanced support and troubleshooting across Dell OS10, Sonic, Cisco, Palo Alto, and NSX-T technologies. Develop & Deliver: Contribute to network integration, solution design, and scalable infrastructure enhancements. Optimise & Automate: Manage BGP, VPN, spine-and-leaf architectures, and data centre patching to maintain high performance. Maintain & Enhance: Oversee IPAM and DNS, and optimise load-balancing solutions, particularly F5. Integrate & Secure: Support InfoBlox deployments and align network operations with wider infrastructure strategies. Collaborate & Guide: Mentor junior engineers and strengthen cross-team engagement. Support & Protect: Participate in the on-call rota to ensure fast, effective resolution of critical incidents. Required qualifications to be successful in this role To excel in this role, you should bring strong technical depth in enterprise and defence-grade networks, combined with the ability to troubleshoot, design, and integrate complex solutions. You should be confident working in high-availability environments and comfortable collaborating across teams to deliver secure, high-impact outcomes. Essential Qualifications: Proven experience in a senior network engineering role. Strong background in defence environments. Expertise with Dell OS10, Sonic, Cisco networking, Palo Alto firewalls, and NSX-T. Deep understanding of spine-and-leaf architecture, BGP, VPNs, and data centre patching. Strong knowledge of DNS, IPAM, load balancing; F5 and InfoBlox experience highly desirable. Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills. Desired Qualifications: Understanding of cross-domain technologies (Tiger Traps, Garrison, OpsWat, NiFi). Familiarity with VMware infrastructure and Elastic monitoring. Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
04/12/2025
Full time
Senior Network Engineer (DV Security Clearance) Position Description As a Senior Network Engineer at CGI, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding and advancing the networks that power our clients' most critical missions. You will help shape resilient, secure, and scalable infrastructure while contributing to innovative integration and design projects that drive industry transformation. This role offers the chance to take meaningful ownership of complex challenges, collaborate with expert teams, and apply your creativity to deliver future-ready network solutions. Supported by CGI's strong engineering community, you'll make a lasting impact across high-value programmes while continuously growing your skills in a dynamic and trusted environment. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. Your future duties and responsibilities In this role, you will take ownership of complex network operations, ensuring high availability, stability, and security across critical infrastructures. You will apply your expertise to both support and enhance network environments, driving improvements that strengthen operational resilience and client outcomes. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to the design and integration of new solutions, using your creativity and judgement to deliver scalable, future-proof capabilities. You will also play a key role in knowledge sharing and team development, offering guidance to colleagues while being supported by a collaborative engineering community. Your decisions and insights will directly influence service quality, network performance, and the success of mission-critical programmes. Key Responsibilities: Lead & Innovate: Provide advanced support and troubleshooting across Dell OS10, Sonic, Cisco, Palo Alto, and NSX-T technologies. Develop & Deliver: Contribute to network integration, solution design, and scalable infrastructure enhancements. Optimise & Automate: Manage BGP, VPN, spine-and-leaf architectures, and data centre patching to maintain high performance. Maintain & Enhance: Oversee IPAM and DNS, and optimise load-balancing solutions, particularly F5. Integrate & Secure: Support InfoBlox deployments and align network operations with wider infrastructure strategies. Collaborate & Guide: Mentor junior engineers and strengthen cross-team engagement. Support & Protect: Participate in the on-call rota to ensure fast, effective resolution of critical incidents. Required qualifications to be successful in this role To excel in this role, you should bring strong technical depth in enterprise and defence-grade networks, combined with the ability to troubleshoot, design, and integrate complex solutions. You should be confident working in high-availability environments and comfortable collaborating across teams to deliver secure, high-impact outcomes. Essential Qualifications: Proven experience in a senior network engineering role. Strong background in defence environments. Expertise with Dell OS10, Sonic, Cisco networking, Palo Alto firewalls, and NSX-T. Deep understanding of spine-and-leaf architecture, BGP, VPNs, and data centre patching. Strong knowledge of DNS, IPAM, load balancing; F5 and InfoBlox experience highly desirable. Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and communication skills. Desired Qualifications: Understanding of cross-domain technologies (Tiger Traps, Garrison, OpsWat, NiFi). Familiarity with VMware infrastructure and Elastic monitoring. Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.
Network Design Engineer Must have an Active SC Clearance An opportunity has arisen for a Network Design Engineer to join a secure Defence and National Security programme, delivering medium and large scale network solutions across mission critical environments. This role is suited to a capable network professional who can design, implement, and support secure enterprise networks while working collaboratively across multi skilled teams. About the Role - Network Design Engineer As a Network Design Engineer , you will design, configure, and deploy network solutions that meet business and technical requirements across secure environments. You will produce design documentation, support governance reviews, and provide hands on implementation and troubleshooting support. The role involves supporting project milestones, ensuring effective handover to service, and resolving complex network issues across multiple vendors and domains. You will work with stakeholders, assist with performance testing, and contribute to automation and continuous improvement. What We're Looking For - Network Design Engineer Strong experience with Cisco and Juniper technologies, with certifications such as CCNA , CCNP , or JNCIS-ENT . Knowledge of routing protocols , VRFs, VPNs, IDS, IPS, and network security controls. Experience with F5 , Cisco Secure Firewall , and Gigamon . Strong design and troubleshooting background across enterprise and multi vendor networks. Understanding of TCP/IP , IPv4/IPv6, VLANs, and data centre networking. Experience using tools such as Visio , SolarWinds, and Nagios. Strong communication skills, with the ability to document solutions and collaborate with stakeholders. Support secure and high assurance network services as a Network Design Engineer . To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button.
29/11/2025
Contractor
Network Design Engineer Must have an Active SC Clearance An opportunity has arisen for a Network Design Engineer to join a secure Defence and National Security programme, delivering medium and large scale network solutions across mission critical environments. This role is suited to a capable network professional who can design, implement, and support secure enterprise networks while working collaboratively across multi skilled teams. About the Role - Network Design Engineer As a Network Design Engineer , you will design, configure, and deploy network solutions that meet business and technical requirements across secure environments. You will produce design documentation, support governance reviews, and provide hands on implementation and troubleshooting support. The role involves supporting project milestones, ensuring effective handover to service, and resolving complex network issues across multiple vendors and domains. You will work with stakeholders, assist with performance testing, and contribute to automation and continuous improvement. What We're Looking For - Network Design Engineer Strong experience with Cisco and Juniper technologies, with certifications such as CCNA , CCNP , or JNCIS-ENT . Knowledge of routing protocols , VRFs, VPNs, IDS, IPS, and network security controls. Experience with F5 , Cisco Secure Firewall , and Gigamon . Strong design and troubleshooting background across enterprise and multi vendor networks. Understanding of TCP/IP , IPv4/IPv6, VLANs, and data centre networking. Experience using tools such as Visio , SolarWinds, and Nagios. Strong communication skills, with the ability to document solutions and collaborate with stakeholders. Support secure and high assurance network services as a Network Design Engineer . To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button.
The Hosted Services organization was formed in 2015 to enable the delivery of fully managed and hosted TrakCare and other healthcare related solutions. With ten established data center locations globally, and several contracts in the pipeline, Hosted Services is expected to continue to grow. To support this growth, we are now looking for a Senior Network Engineer to work within our Hosting Services team to oversee the ongoing delivery, administration and security compliance of the network infrastructure underpinning our hosted services internationally. What's in it for you? Great Bonus Scheme Private Medical Insurance Optional Enhanced Pension Scheme Perks and Savings on lifestyle activities Nuffield Health Discounts Gym Reimbursements (up to £600) Plus more! Responsibilities Provide expert support for the network infrastructure underpinning customer hosting environments. Complete network tasks on schedule and in line with agreed plans. Collaborate with architects, project managers, and stakeholders to evaluate and propose suitable network solutions. Develop, implement, and test disaster recovery and network failover plans. Maintain operational acceptance criteria for network solutions and ensure delivery teams meet them before production handover. Ensure 24 7 monitoring of network components for availability, capacity, and performance. Follow agreed network and access processes , resolving events, incidents, and requests promptly using the appropriate tools. Advise customers and stakeholders on live network solutions. Provide 24 7 support as part of the hosting operations team. Experience Required Essential Minimum of CCNP level knowledge and experience Minimum of 5 years in a senior role with a mixture of exposure to Cisco data center technologies in both support, design and implementation roles Strong knowledge and hands-on experience of configuring, troubleshooting and supporting Cisco equipment in a data center multi-tenant environment, specifically Cisco Nexus switches, Cisco ASR and Catalyst routers, Cisco ASA and Cisco FTD firewalls Strong practical experience of following ITIL processes in a 24x7 operations environment with tight SLA and security compliance requirements. Practical experience with Cisco Nexus 3000/9000 series, Cisco ASA & FTD firewalls, multi-context mode firewalling Desirable: F5 GTM/LTM/ASM/APM, route domains, partitions, pools, nodes, iRules Kemp Loadmaster experience Cisco WSA, Cisco Secure Network Analytics, Cisco Defense Orchestrator, Cisco Umbrella, WCCP Knowledge and experience of Cisco MDS products, FC/FCoE beneficial Working knowledge of MPLS Understanding of certificate PKI management Knowledge of configuration management, scripting and automation
28/11/2025
Full time
The Hosted Services organization was formed in 2015 to enable the delivery of fully managed and hosted TrakCare and other healthcare related solutions. With ten established data center locations globally, and several contracts in the pipeline, Hosted Services is expected to continue to grow. To support this growth, we are now looking for a Senior Network Engineer to work within our Hosting Services team to oversee the ongoing delivery, administration and security compliance of the network infrastructure underpinning our hosted services internationally. What's in it for you? Great Bonus Scheme Private Medical Insurance Optional Enhanced Pension Scheme Perks and Savings on lifestyle activities Nuffield Health Discounts Gym Reimbursements (up to £600) Plus more! Responsibilities Provide expert support for the network infrastructure underpinning customer hosting environments. Complete network tasks on schedule and in line with agreed plans. Collaborate with architects, project managers, and stakeholders to evaluate and propose suitable network solutions. Develop, implement, and test disaster recovery and network failover plans. Maintain operational acceptance criteria for network solutions and ensure delivery teams meet them before production handover. Ensure 24 7 monitoring of network components for availability, capacity, and performance. Follow agreed network and access processes , resolving events, incidents, and requests promptly using the appropriate tools. Advise customers and stakeholders on live network solutions. Provide 24 7 support as part of the hosting operations team. Experience Required Essential Minimum of CCNP level knowledge and experience Minimum of 5 years in a senior role with a mixture of exposure to Cisco data center technologies in both support, design and implementation roles Strong knowledge and hands-on experience of configuring, troubleshooting and supporting Cisco equipment in a data center multi-tenant environment, specifically Cisco Nexus switches, Cisco ASR and Catalyst routers, Cisco ASA and Cisco FTD firewalls Strong practical experience of following ITIL processes in a 24x7 operations environment with tight SLA and security compliance requirements. Practical experience with Cisco Nexus 3000/9000 series, Cisco ASA & FTD firewalls, multi-context mode firewalling Desirable: F5 GTM/LTM/ASM/APM, route domains, partitions, pools, nodes, iRules Kemp Loadmaster experience Cisco WSA, Cisco Secure Network Analytics, Cisco Defense Orchestrator, Cisco Umbrella, WCCP Knowledge and experience of Cisco MDS products, FC/FCoE beneficial Working knowledge of MPLS Understanding of certificate PKI management Knowledge of configuration management, scripting and automation
Network Security Engineer (SOC) Location: Stevenage Salary: Circa £50,000 per annum Contract: Part-time SC Eligible (British Citizenship Required) Working Pattern: 24/7 shift rota on-site & on-callWe're looking for a Network Security Engineer to join a high-performance security operations environment, protecting critical infrastructure and ensuring the resilience of complex enterprise networks. You'll work within a 24/7 Incident Response function, combining hands-on engineering with real-time threat detection, investigation, and remediation. Key Responsibilities: Monitor, investigate and triage security events within a 24/7 SOC environment Configure, maintain and troubleshoot enterprise firewalls (Cisco, Palo Alto, Checkpoint) Manage secure proxy platforms such as Bluecoat or F5, including content filtering and SSL inspection Lead deep-dive analysis using packet capture to identify malicious traffic and attacker behaviours Implement secure changes across network architecture, ensuring compliance and best practices Support continuous improvement through the optimisation of network security tools, including "purple team" feedback and hardening recommendations Contribute to the standardisation of network security tooling and documentation Collaborate with infrastructure, security and architecture teams to deliver robust, resilient network solutions About You: Strong understanding of core networking: TCP/IP, DNS, routing, switching, VLANs, load balancing Hands-on experience with next-generation firewall technologies and advanced features (IPS/IDS, SSL decryption, DPI) In-depth knowledge of IPSec, SSL/TLS, VPNs and authentication mechanisms Experience with network monitoring tools (PRTG, Nagios or similar) Ability to analyse complex traffic flows and identify threat patterns such as exploitation, C2, lateral movement, or exfiltration Understanding of secure network architectures (DMZs, segmentation, internal zones) Exposure to SIEM platforms (Splunk, LogRhythm, Darktrace) is beneficial Experience interpreting OSI model behaviours and protocol-level diagnostics is advantageous SC eligible with British citizenship Benefits: Company bonus scheme Pension contributions up to 14% Paid overtime opportunities Flexi-leave (up to 15 additional days) Enhanced parental leave Subsidised meals, free parking and excellent on-site facilities
28/11/2025
Full time
Network Security Engineer (SOC) Location: Stevenage Salary: Circa £50,000 per annum Contract: Part-time SC Eligible (British Citizenship Required) Working Pattern: 24/7 shift rota on-site & on-callWe're looking for a Network Security Engineer to join a high-performance security operations environment, protecting critical infrastructure and ensuring the resilience of complex enterprise networks. You'll work within a 24/7 Incident Response function, combining hands-on engineering with real-time threat detection, investigation, and remediation. Key Responsibilities: Monitor, investigate and triage security events within a 24/7 SOC environment Configure, maintain and troubleshoot enterprise firewalls (Cisco, Palo Alto, Checkpoint) Manage secure proxy platforms such as Bluecoat or F5, including content filtering and SSL inspection Lead deep-dive analysis using packet capture to identify malicious traffic and attacker behaviours Implement secure changes across network architecture, ensuring compliance and best practices Support continuous improvement through the optimisation of network security tools, including "purple team" feedback and hardening recommendations Contribute to the standardisation of network security tooling and documentation Collaborate with infrastructure, security and architecture teams to deliver robust, resilient network solutions About You: Strong understanding of core networking: TCP/IP, DNS, routing, switching, VLANs, load balancing Hands-on experience with next-generation firewall technologies and advanced features (IPS/IDS, SSL decryption, DPI) In-depth knowledge of IPSec, SSL/TLS, VPNs and authentication mechanisms Experience with network monitoring tools (PRTG, Nagios or similar) Ability to analyse complex traffic flows and identify threat patterns such as exploitation, C2, lateral movement, or exfiltration Understanding of secure network architectures (DMZs, segmentation, internal zones) Exposure to SIEM platforms (Splunk, LogRhythm, Darktrace) is beneficial Experience interpreting OSI model behaviours and protocol-level diagnostics is advantageous SC eligible with British citizenship Benefits: Company bonus scheme Pension contributions up to 14% Paid overtime opportunities Flexi-leave (up to 15 additional days) Enhanced parental leave Subsidised meals, free parking and excellent on-site facilities
Earnings: £50,000 £60,000+ per year (Price Work / CIS) Fully kitted van, tools, fuel card & equipment provided No accreditations? No problem we ll refresh expired tickets free About the Opportunity Capital Outsourcing Group is expanding our team of skilled Fibre Engineers to support major national FTTP projects on the Openreach network. If you have hands-on FTTP experience, we can offer immediate starts, long-term work, and strong earning potential. What You ll Be Doing Installing, testing, and signing off fibre installations Completing fibre fault diagnostics and repairs at customer premises Working both overhead (poles) and underground (ducts) Using smart tech to follow work packs and complete job documentation Delivering high-quality work to safety and compliance standards Working independently and as part of a wider field team What We re Looking For Experience working on the Openreach FTTP network Comfortable working outdoors and at height (up to approx. 15m) Strong problem-solver with good attention to detail Full UK manual licence (held 12+ months, max 6 points) Ideally held: SA001, SA002, SA020, SA029, Streetworks 01, E1, F5, F17, C4 (Expired? We ll retrain you free) Experience with CityFibre is also welcomed What You Get CIS price-work earning structure (£50k £60k+ realistic) Fully expensed van, tools, PPE, fuel card, phone & tablet Free training + accreditation refreshers (with paid attendance & expenses) Long-term ongoing work with progression opportunities Supportive contract management team and quick onboarding Current Hiring Locations Fibre (FTTP): BA, BS, SN, SP, PL, EX, TR, NG, LE, DE, GL, DY, CV37, RG, GU, SL, WS, WV, OX, SG, AL, LU, MK, All London, B, CV, L, WA, WN, PR, BL, M, FY, BB, OL, SK Interested? Email us with your CV and include: Your FTTP experience Your preferred work location Any accreditations that need refreshing
25/11/2025
Contractor
Earnings: £50,000 £60,000+ per year (Price Work / CIS) Fully kitted van, tools, fuel card & equipment provided No accreditations? No problem we ll refresh expired tickets free About the Opportunity Capital Outsourcing Group is expanding our team of skilled Fibre Engineers to support major national FTTP projects on the Openreach network. If you have hands-on FTTP experience, we can offer immediate starts, long-term work, and strong earning potential. What You ll Be Doing Installing, testing, and signing off fibre installations Completing fibre fault diagnostics and repairs at customer premises Working both overhead (poles) and underground (ducts) Using smart tech to follow work packs and complete job documentation Delivering high-quality work to safety and compliance standards Working independently and as part of a wider field team What We re Looking For Experience working on the Openreach FTTP network Comfortable working outdoors and at height (up to approx. 15m) Strong problem-solver with good attention to detail Full UK manual licence (held 12+ months, max 6 points) Ideally held: SA001, SA002, SA020, SA029, Streetworks 01, E1, F5, F17, C4 (Expired? We ll retrain you free) Experience with CityFibre is also welcomed What You Get CIS price-work earning structure (£50k £60k+ realistic) Fully expensed van, tools, PPE, fuel card, phone & tablet Free training + accreditation refreshers (with paid attendance & expenses) Long-term ongoing work with progression opportunities Supportive contract management team and quick onboarding Current Hiring Locations Fibre (FTTP): BA, BS, SN, SP, PL, EX, TR, NG, LE, DE, GL, DY, CV37, RG, GU, SL, WS, WV, OX, SG, AL, LU, MK, All London, B, CV, L, WA, WN, PR, BL, M, FY, BB, OL, SK Interested? Email us with your CV and include: Your FTTP experience Your preferred work location Any accreditations that need refreshing
Location: Portsmouth (Site based) Duration: 12 Month Contract Rate: 56.44 per hour umbrella (Inside IR35) Note: Must be eligable for SC, working on UK eyes only projects Overview: The Lightning Systems Integration Facility (LSIF) is established at the Maritime Integration & Support Centre (MISC) on Portsdown Hill, Portsmouth, to support testing and integration of the F35 Lightning II Aircraft within the UK military infrastructure.A UKLTI Facility Engineer is required to implement and maintain the LSIF design in the MISC environment. The UKLTI Facility Engineer will commission LSIF networks between allocated rooms (server room and testing/event rooms). The role will involve both implementation of changes to the facility and maintenance of the established infrastructure. In particular, the role will be required to perform some reconfiguration of the Facility in line with testing event requirements. A major function of the role is the maintenance of government furnished computer equipment (including large servers). As part of this, the liaison and effective communication between suppliers, owners, partners and users is crucial in ensuring the equipment is available to the right groups at the right time. The incumbent of this role will require good organisational and communication skills on top of technical ability. The incumbent will be trained on how to use the system and will be expected to become an expert in using and administering it. Key Deliverables: Assisting with the day to day running of the LSIF Assisting with the build state, production and maintenance of LSIF hardware Assisting with LSIF security matters (including IVCO-related duties) Assisting with the planning, execution and reporting of testing events Assisting with longer-term facility planning Assisting with procurement and management of LSIF hardware and software Configuration control of assets, documents, change requests, passwords etc Become a resident expert in the administration of the government provided system Key Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge IT Networking: Mostly Cisco but other vendors such as F5, McAfee. Experience configuring, troubleshooting and upgrading network devices is required. Need knowledge of LAN and WAN infrastructure (switches, routers, firewalls). IT Monitoring: Knowledge of the likes of WhatsUpGold, Microsoft Configuration Manager, System Centre Operations Manager, SNMP, SysLog Ability to implement and manage a Cisco VOIP system IT system interconnection: Ability to design, plan, implement and manage integration of separate IT systems, including at different security classifications. Skills: Microsoft Server Administration: Including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policies, Disk Management, Troubleshooting, Updates and hardware repair. VMware/ Microsoft hypervisor administration: Ability to design, implement and manage a virtual environment. IT Testing: General IT trouble shooting skills IT Security: Experience applying security patches, using WSUS, auditing system log files, and anti-virus monitoring. Knowledge of ITAR, EAR, DEAL, SCIDA accreditation requirements of JSP 440 and 480, etc. IT Backup and Recovery: Experience using the likes of Symantec Backup Exec 2015, Acronis Snap Deploy, Windows Server backup. IT Installation and Cable Management: Ability to install Servers, workstations and network devices, and to perform cable management to MoD Standard. Experience of ITIL processes and procedures. Microsoft SQL database administration Web Server administration
21/11/2025
Contractor
Location: Portsmouth (Site based) Duration: 12 Month Contract Rate: 56.44 per hour umbrella (Inside IR35) Note: Must be eligable for SC, working on UK eyes only projects Overview: The Lightning Systems Integration Facility (LSIF) is established at the Maritime Integration & Support Centre (MISC) on Portsdown Hill, Portsmouth, to support testing and integration of the F35 Lightning II Aircraft within the UK military infrastructure.A UKLTI Facility Engineer is required to implement and maintain the LSIF design in the MISC environment. The UKLTI Facility Engineer will commission LSIF networks between allocated rooms (server room and testing/event rooms). The role will involve both implementation of changes to the facility and maintenance of the established infrastructure. In particular, the role will be required to perform some reconfiguration of the Facility in line with testing event requirements. A major function of the role is the maintenance of government furnished computer equipment (including large servers). As part of this, the liaison and effective communication between suppliers, owners, partners and users is crucial in ensuring the equipment is available to the right groups at the right time. The incumbent of this role will require good organisational and communication skills on top of technical ability. The incumbent will be trained on how to use the system and will be expected to become an expert in using and administering it. Key Deliverables: Assisting with the day to day running of the LSIF Assisting with the build state, production and maintenance of LSIF hardware Assisting with LSIF security matters (including IVCO-related duties) Assisting with the planning, execution and reporting of testing events Assisting with longer-term facility planning Assisting with procurement and management of LSIF hardware and software Configuration control of assets, documents, change requests, passwords etc Become a resident expert in the administration of the government provided system Key Knowledge & Skills: Knowledge IT Networking: Mostly Cisco but other vendors such as F5, McAfee. Experience configuring, troubleshooting and upgrading network devices is required. Need knowledge of LAN and WAN infrastructure (switches, routers, firewalls). IT Monitoring: Knowledge of the likes of WhatsUpGold, Microsoft Configuration Manager, System Centre Operations Manager, SNMP, SysLog Ability to implement and manage a Cisco VOIP system IT system interconnection: Ability to design, plan, implement and manage integration of separate IT systems, including at different security classifications. Skills: Microsoft Server Administration: Including Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, Group Policies, Disk Management, Troubleshooting, Updates and hardware repair. VMware/ Microsoft hypervisor administration: Ability to design, implement and manage a virtual environment. IT Testing: General IT trouble shooting skills IT Security: Experience applying security patches, using WSUS, auditing system log files, and anti-virus monitoring. Knowledge of ITAR, EAR, DEAL, SCIDA accreditation requirements of JSP 440 and 480, etc. IT Backup and Recovery: Experience using the likes of Symantec Backup Exec 2015, Acronis Snap Deploy, Windows Server backup. IT Installation and Cable Management: Ability to install Servers, workstations and network devices, and to perform cable management to MoD Standard. Experience of ITIL processes and procedures. Microsoft SQL database administration Web Server administration
Job Tittle: Proxy Network Engineer Location: Chester, Bromley and Camberley (3 days a week on-site) Contract Length: 12 Months Working Hours : Monday to Friday, standard office hours with out of hours requirement Rate: Circa 600/Day Status: Inside IR35 Role Overview: The role is within the EMEA Network Engineering Proxy Services Team, working on complex technical designs that enable business strategies in accordance with architectural governance, standards and policies. This job facilitates deployment of technical solutions by designing, engineering and implementing configuration across EMEA network infrastructure. Skills Proven experience as a Network Security Engineer. Proven experience of working with Bluecoat Proxy SG (Symantec) and/or McAfee Web Gateway (Trellix SkyHigh) Knowledge and experience of working with SSL traffic Decryption and Inspection either On-Proxy or 3rd Party (F5 SSLO, Radware Alteon) Ability to base build and configure Network Proxies to given standards Knowledge and experience of working with and creating automation scripts Strong DMZ architecture and engineering Experience In-depth knowledge of network protocols, security principles, and best practices. Working knowledge of DNS Strong communication and technical analytical skills Network security and compliance Experience in troubleshooting and resolving complex network issues. A good strong team player but capable of self-working Strong client focus Responsibilities: Eliciting, analysing and documenting technical application and service requirements Working with multiple technical teams to identify end to end solutions that balance business, security, availability and resiliency requirements. Creating and documenting designs utilizing design patterns and standard approaches to best meet requirements. Configuration of devices to deploying new services into production Participating in the prioritization and scheduling of implementation activities. Managing stakeholder requirements Active participation in the Change Management process Assisting with the troubleshooting of existing and new implementations to resolve issues identified in testing and improve services. Identifying / managing the mitigation of risks within the operational environment. Ensuring documentation is updated to reflect new additions to or modifications in the environment and handed into Operations successfully. Why Join Us? Work in a vibrant and dynamic environment with a team of talented professionals. Contribute to innovative projects that make a real difference. Enjoy a full-time schedule with flexibility and a supportive culture. Grow your skills and advance your career in a leading organisation. If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey and make a significant impact, apply now! Join our client in shaping the future of network engineering. Your expertise is the missing piece we need! Apply Today! Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 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.
20/11/2025
Contractor
Job Tittle: Proxy Network Engineer Location: Chester, Bromley and Camberley (3 days a week on-site) Contract Length: 12 Months Working Hours : Monday to Friday, standard office hours with out of hours requirement Rate: Circa 600/Day Status: Inside IR35 Role Overview: The role is within the EMEA Network Engineering Proxy Services Team, working on complex technical designs that enable business strategies in accordance with architectural governance, standards and policies. This job facilitates deployment of technical solutions by designing, engineering and implementing configuration across EMEA network infrastructure. Skills Proven experience as a Network Security Engineer. Proven experience of working with Bluecoat Proxy SG (Symantec) and/or McAfee Web Gateway (Trellix SkyHigh) Knowledge and experience of working with SSL traffic Decryption and Inspection either On-Proxy or 3rd Party (F5 SSLO, Radware Alteon) Ability to base build and configure Network Proxies to given standards Knowledge and experience of working with and creating automation scripts Strong DMZ architecture and engineering Experience In-depth knowledge of network protocols, security principles, and best practices. Working knowledge of DNS Strong communication and technical analytical skills Network security and compliance Experience in troubleshooting and resolving complex network issues. A good strong team player but capable of self-working Strong client focus Responsibilities: Eliciting, analysing and documenting technical application and service requirements Working with multiple technical teams to identify end to end solutions that balance business, security, availability and resiliency requirements. Creating and documenting designs utilizing design patterns and standard approaches to best meet requirements. Configuration of devices to deploying new services into production Participating in the prioritization and scheduling of implementation activities. Managing stakeholder requirements Active participation in the Change Management process Assisting with the troubleshooting of existing and new implementations to resolve issues identified in testing and improve services. Identifying / managing the mitigation of risks within the operational environment. Ensuring documentation is updated to reflect new additions to or modifications in the environment and handed into Operations successfully. Why Join Us? Work in a vibrant and dynamic environment with a team of talented professionals. Contribute to innovative projects that make a real difference. Enjoy a full-time schedule with flexibility and a supportive culture. Grow your skills and advance your career in a leading organisation. If you're ready to embark on an exciting journey and make a significant impact, apply now! Join our client in shaping the future of network engineering. Your expertise is the missing piece we need! Apply Today! Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 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.
Infrastructure Engineer (6-Month FTC) Birmingham - Hybrid (up to 40% remote working) Competitive Salary VIQU are partnering with a global law firm to recruit an Infrastructure Engineer on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work within a highly technical, enterprise-scale environment, supporting and optimising the firm s SQL, SharePoint, Web, and Azure infrastructure . Key Requirements of the Infrastructure Engineer: Proven experience administering and supporting Microsoft SQL Server, SharePoint, and web infrastructure. Strong understanding of SQL Server high availability and disaster recovery technologies (Always-On, Mirroring, Clustering, Replication, Log Shipping). Experience with web farm environments and load balancing, ideally with F5 BigIP. Hands-on experience managing and optimising Azure Cloud Services and Azure Active Directory. Experience providing third-line technical support and delivering code deployments or system upgrades. Strong problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and operational reliability. Collaborative and proactive approach, comfortable working across global IT and vendor teams. Desirable: experience with Azure migrations, PowerShell scripting, Kubernetes, or automation tools. Legal or financial services sector experience highly desirable. Key Responsibilities of the Infrastructure Engineer: Maintain and optimise SQL Server, SharePoint, and web platform environments across on-premise and cloud infrastructures. Deliver reliable third-line support, incident resolution, and root cause analysis for critical systems. Oversee system performance monitoring, capacity planning, and disaster recovery configurations. Support code releases, upgrades, and migrations to Azure PaaS and related services. Collaborate with global teams to enhance security, resilience, and performance of IT systems. Contribute to infrastructure documentation, process improvement, and automation initiatives. Ensure adherence to IT governance, compliance, and best practice standards. Apply now to speak with Phoebe Rees at VIQU IT in confidence. Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment.
10/11/2025
Full time
Infrastructure Engineer (6-Month FTC) Birmingham - Hybrid (up to 40% remote working) Competitive Salary VIQU are partnering with a global law firm to recruit an Infrastructure Engineer on an initial 6-month fixed-term contract. This role offers an excellent opportunity to work within a highly technical, enterprise-scale environment, supporting and optimising the firm s SQL, SharePoint, Web, and Azure infrastructure . Key Requirements of the Infrastructure Engineer: Proven experience administering and supporting Microsoft SQL Server, SharePoint, and web infrastructure. Strong understanding of SQL Server high availability and disaster recovery technologies (Always-On, Mirroring, Clustering, Replication, Log Shipping). Experience with web farm environments and load balancing, ideally with F5 BigIP. Hands-on experience managing and optimising Azure Cloud Services and Azure Active Directory. Experience providing third-line technical support and delivering code deployments or system upgrades. Strong problem-solving skills with high attention to detail and operational reliability. Collaborative and proactive approach, comfortable working across global IT and vendor teams. Desirable: experience with Azure migrations, PowerShell scripting, Kubernetes, or automation tools. Legal or financial services sector experience highly desirable. Key Responsibilities of the Infrastructure Engineer: Maintain and optimise SQL Server, SharePoint, and web platform environments across on-premise and cloud infrastructures. Deliver reliable third-line support, incident resolution, and root cause analysis for critical systems. Oversee system performance monitoring, capacity planning, and disaster recovery configurations. Support code releases, upgrades, and migrations to Azure PaaS and related services. Collaborate with global teams to enhance security, resilience, and performance of IT systems. Contribute to infrastructure documentation, process improvement, and automation initiatives. Ensure adherence to IT governance, compliance, and best practice standards. Apply now to speak with Phoebe Rees at VIQU IT in confidence. Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment.
A well known council based in London is seeking to recruit X3 1st / 2nd Line Support Engineers to start asap for initial 3 month contracts at £200/day, 5 days fully on site in London, 36 hours per week.It is essential that you have experience of supporting windows 11 laptops, have excellent customer facing skills and also presentation skills as you may be required to support deployment sessions. These are very high profile projects for the council so you will need to be able to work well under the spotlight. Higlight of key tasks Setting up and installing laptops, ensuring inventory is tracked and old devices are retrieved Installing operating systems and business applications, configuring VPN (F5), OneDrive sync, mapped drives, and user shortcuts Ensuring systems function correctly and resolving issues during deployment Preparing rooms, guiding users, and managing session logistics Providing real-time assistance and answering user queries during setup . Maintaining detailed records of deployment activities and issue resolution Handling complex technical issues beyond 1st/2nd line capabilities Collaborating with internal and external teams to meet project requirements, including accessibility and specialist applications Working closely with PMs, support officers, and other engineers Engaging with council leads, vendors, and service desk teams Must be available to start immediately and be happy with 5 days on site (this is not negotiable due to the nature of the work).Please apply today.
06/10/2025
Full time
A well known council based in London is seeking to recruit X3 1st / 2nd Line Support Engineers to start asap for initial 3 month contracts at £200/day, 5 days fully on site in London, 36 hours per week.It is essential that you have experience of supporting windows 11 laptops, have excellent customer facing skills and also presentation skills as you may be required to support deployment sessions. These are very high profile projects for the council so you will need to be able to work well under the spotlight. Higlight of key tasks Setting up and installing laptops, ensuring inventory is tracked and old devices are retrieved Installing operating systems and business applications, configuring VPN (F5), OneDrive sync, mapped drives, and user shortcuts Ensuring systems function correctly and resolving issues during deployment Preparing rooms, guiding users, and managing session logistics Providing real-time assistance and answering user queries during setup . Maintaining detailed records of deployment activities and issue resolution Handling complex technical issues beyond 1st/2nd line capabilities Collaborating with internal and external teams to meet project requirements, including accessibility and specialist applications Working closely with PMs, support officers, and other engineers Engaging with council leads, vendors, and service desk teams Must be available to start immediately and be happy with 5 days on site (this is not negotiable due to the nature of the work).Please apply today.
Morson International (IT)
Gloucester, Gloucestershire
Security Engineer - SC Cleared (or Eligible) - £550 per day - Inside IR35 - Remote - 12 Months initial contract We are currently working with a leading client in the zero carbon energy sector who are looking to bring on board an experienced Security Engineer to join their security implementation and engineering delivery team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on large-scale, business-critical projects in a highly regulated environment. The Role - As part of the security engineering team, you'll be: Delivering on the security portfolio, with a focus on SASE and Firewall estates. Working within a SAFe Agile framework, participating in sprints and stand-ups. Managing and tracking workloads via Jira. Triaging customer requirements into actionable deliverables. Acting as an escalation engineer for the Security Support Team. Supporting and mentoring junior engineers. Producing documentation and knowledge base material, as well as delivering knowledge transfer sessions. Occasionally supporting out-of-hours work. Technical Skills We're Looking For My client is looking for demonstrable experience in as many of the following as possible: Enterprise Firewalls: Palo Alto (PAN) & Fortinet. Management platforms: Panorama, SCM, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer. SASE products/services. Load balancers & application delivery - primarily F5. Vulnerability & exposure management (eg Tenable). Email security gateways and hygiene solutions (Mimecast). Network routing, switching, access policy administration. AWS and Azure security knowledge. Documentation: HLDs, LLDs, Security Designs, Risk Assessments, Network Diagrams. Soft Skills & Background Strong stakeholder management and customer-facing skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. Agile/SAFe delivery experience. Background in security operations, compliance, risk, or governance. Experience working with an MSSP - desirable. Exposure to highly regulated industries - Financial Services experience a strong plus. Clearance SC Clearance (or eligibility to obtain) is required for this role. Candidates with current active SC will be prioritised. Why Apply? This is an excellent chance to join a forward-thinking organisation investing heavily in their security landscape. You'll be working on enterprise-grade solutions, contributing to critical infrastructure, and expanding your skill set across cloud, network, and security domains.
03/10/2025
Contractor
Security Engineer - SC Cleared (or Eligible) - £550 per day - Inside IR35 - Remote - 12 Months initial contract We are currently working with a leading client in the zero carbon energy sector who are looking to bring on board an experienced Security Engineer to join their security implementation and engineering delivery team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on large-scale, business-critical projects in a highly regulated environment. The Role - As part of the security engineering team, you'll be: Delivering on the security portfolio, with a focus on SASE and Firewall estates. Working within a SAFe Agile framework, participating in sprints and stand-ups. Managing and tracking workloads via Jira. Triaging customer requirements into actionable deliverables. Acting as an escalation engineer for the Security Support Team. Supporting and mentoring junior engineers. Producing documentation and knowledge base material, as well as delivering knowledge transfer sessions. Occasionally supporting out-of-hours work. Technical Skills We're Looking For My client is looking for demonstrable experience in as many of the following as possible: Enterprise Firewalls: Palo Alto (PAN) & Fortinet. Management platforms: Panorama, SCM, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer. SASE products/services. Load balancers & application delivery - primarily F5. Vulnerability & exposure management (eg Tenable). Email security gateways and hygiene solutions (Mimecast). Network routing, switching, access policy administration. AWS and Azure security knowledge. Documentation: HLDs, LLDs, Security Designs, Risk Assessments, Network Diagrams. Soft Skills & Background Strong stakeholder management and customer-facing skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team. Agile/SAFe delivery experience. Background in security operations, compliance, risk, or governance. Experience working with an MSSP - desirable. Exposure to highly regulated industries - Financial Services experience a strong plus. Clearance SC Clearance (or eligibility to obtain) is required for this role. Candidates with current active SC will be prioritised. Why Apply? This is an excellent chance to join a forward-thinking organisation investing heavily in their security landscape. You'll be working on enterprise-grade solutions, contributing to critical infrastructure, and expanding your skill set across cloud, network, and security domains.
Cheltenham location - full-time on-site Must hold active Enhanced DV Clearance (West) Up to £640 p/d Inside IR35 12 month contract + extension Experience in CISCO, Firewalls, Splunk, Infoblox, Network Design & Delivery Who Are We? We are recruiting for a growing SME consultancy which specialises in digital transformation, cyber security, and cloud services for the public sector. With a strong track record in national security, they have delivered secure programmes for classified government agencies. Known for combining technical expertise with integrity and public service values, our client plays a trusted role in strengthening the UK's secure digital infrastructure. Technical Expertise and Requirements: Active eDV clearance (West) Willingness to work full time on site in Cheltenham when required. Network Infrastructure & Technologies: Cisco technologies (including SDA & ACI) Juniper firewalls F5 Networks Infoblox NetScout SolarWinds Security & Monitoring: Secured network boundaries Cryptographic solutions Splunk Automation & Management: Ansible Network Services: Network design Network delivery Cloud network migration To be Considered: Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to . For further information please call me on / - I can make myself available outside of normal working hours to suit from 7am until 10pm. If unavailable, please leave a message and either myself or one of my colleagues will respond. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process & submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Also feel free to follow me on or connect with me on LinkedIn, just search Henry Clay-Davies (searchability). I look forward to hearing from you.
03/10/2025
Full time
Cheltenham location - full-time on-site Must hold active Enhanced DV Clearance (West) Up to £640 p/d Inside IR35 12 month contract + extension Experience in CISCO, Firewalls, Splunk, Infoblox, Network Design & Delivery Who Are We? We are recruiting for a growing SME consultancy which specialises in digital transformation, cyber security, and cloud services for the public sector. With a strong track record in national security, they have delivered secure programmes for classified government agencies. Known for combining technical expertise with integrity and public service values, our client plays a trusted role in strengthening the UK's secure digital infrastructure. Technical Expertise and Requirements: Active eDV clearance (West) Willingness to work full time on site in Cheltenham when required. Network Infrastructure & Technologies: Cisco technologies (including SDA & ACI) Juniper firewalls F5 Networks Infoblox NetScout SolarWinds Security & Monitoring: Secured network boundaries Cryptographic solutions Splunk Automation & Management: Ansible Network Services: Network design Network delivery Cloud network migration To be Considered: Please either apply by clicking online or emailing me directly to . For further information please call me on / - I can make myself available outside of normal working hours to suit from 7am until 10pm. If unavailable, please leave a message and either myself or one of my colleagues will respond. By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process & submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. Also feel free to follow me on or connect with me on LinkedIn, just search Henry Clay-Davies (searchability). I look forward to hearing from you.
The Role A leading global financial institution is seeking a Python Developer (Contract) to join its Commodities Technology team. This group supports a fast-growing Commodities Index business that spans Oil, Gas, Power, Agriculture, and Metals, providing advanced analytics and tools for structuring and trading. You will play a key role in designing and delivering a new index back-testing platform , working closely with structurers and front office stakeholders. The position offers direct business interaction, exposure to real-world trading problems, and the opportunity to build robust, high-performance solutions in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities Develop and enhance Python-based models for: Historical index back-testing Daily pricing and index level generation Weighting and rebalancing logic Basket decomposition and attribution analytics Design and deploy scalable APIs (Flask / FastAPI) for internal and external tools. Partner with business users to gather requirements and iterate quickly on solutions. Implement testing frameworks, version control, and data validation processes. Integrate with market data, storage systems, and reporting platforms. Required Skills 5+ years' Python development experience, ideally within trading, risk, or financial services. Strong background with Pandas, NumPy, and data science libraries . Hands-on experience with Flask or FastAPI for API development. Proficiency in time-series data manipulation and back-testing methods. Experience working with large datasets and real-time data pipelines . Strong performance optimisation and debugging skills. Confident communicator with the ability to liaise directly with business stakeholders. Desirable Skills Experience in commodities indices, structured products, or index engineering . Knowledge of market data feeds (Bloomberg, Refinitiv, etc). Familiarity with containerisation (Docker) and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP). Database experience (SQL/NoSQL) and use of modern data formats (Parquet, HDF5). Contract: Initial term with possible extension Day Rate: Competitive, depending on experience McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.
02/10/2025
Full time
The Role A leading global financial institution is seeking a Python Developer (Contract) to join its Commodities Technology team. This group supports a fast-growing Commodities Index business that spans Oil, Gas, Power, Agriculture, and Metals, providing advanced analytics and tools for structuring and trading. You will play a key role in designing and delivering a new index back-testing platform , working closely with structurers and front office stakeholders. The position offers direct business interaction, exposure to real-world trading problems, and the opportunity to build robust, high-performance solutions in a dynamic environment. Responsibilities Develop and enhance Python-based models for: Historical index back-testing Daily pricing and index level generation Weighting and rebalancing logic Basket decomposition and attribution analytics Design and deploy scalable APIs (Flask / FastAPI) for internal and external tools. Partner with business users to gather requirements and iterate quickly on solutions. Implement testing frameworks, version control, and data validation processes. Integrate with market data, storage systems, and reporting platforms. Required Skills 5+ years' Python development experience, ideally within trading, risk, or financial services. Strong background with Pandas, NumPy, and data science libraries . Hands-on experience with Flask or FastAPI for API development. Proficiency in time-series data manipulation and back-testing methods. Experience working with large datasets and real-time data pipelines . Strong performance optimisation and debugging skills. Confident communicator with the ability to liaise directly with business stakeholders. Desirable Skills Experience in commodities indices, structured products, or index engineering . Knowledge of market data feeds (Bloomberg, Refinitiv, etc). Familiarity with containerisation (Docker) and cloud platforms (AWS/GCP). Database experience (SQL/NoSQL) and use of modern data formats (Parquet, HDF5). Contract: Initial term with possible extension Day Rate: Competitive, depending on experience McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.
