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Position Summary We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.   As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.   Job Responsibilities Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners   Vendor & Contract Management: Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships Define and monitor service level agreements Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies Review and approve contractor work Manage vendor performance and escalations   Security & Compliance: Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits Develop and maintain security compliance documentation Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities Implement security recommendations and remediation plans Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards Participate in security incident response planning   Business Continuity: Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure Coordinate and execute DR testing Maintain DR documentation and procedures Develop and maintain business continuity plans Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met   Financial Planning & Technical Debt: Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations Identify and track technical debt Create remediation plans for technical debt Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements    Key Competencies:   Technical: Infrastructure architecture and design Performance optimization Problem-solving and troubleshooting Security best practices Technical documentation   Business & Management: Contract negotiation and management Budget planning and control Risk management Audit response and compliance Strategic planning Vendor management Cost-benefit analysis   Interpersonal: Strong communication skills Stakeholder management Team collaboration Conflict resolution Customer service orientation Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains   Leadership: Technical leadership Project management Mentoring and knowledge transfer Change management Strategic thinking   Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by: Infrastructure stability and performance improvements Stakeholder satisfaction levels Project delivery effectiveness Technical problem resolution metrics Team collaboration effectiveness Innovation and process improvements   Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.   This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.   ​Minimum Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field 8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles Experience with high-performance computing environments Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments Strong understanding of storage systems and networking Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere   Preferred Education, Experience and Skills Experience with WEKA storage systems Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) Experience with infrastructure automation tools Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) ITIL certification Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar) Experience with GxP compliance Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments

Due to a period of exciting growth Acorn are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security Team. Within this role you get the opportunity to join a collaborative team and have a chance to blend GRC responsibilities with technical security experience, all whilst working for a market leading insurance company, supporting and maintaining robust security controls and regulatory compliance.   Job Title:  Senior Information Security Analyst (12 month FTC) Location:  Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available Working Hours:  Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week , 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM Salary:  £50,000 - £60,000 pa (DOE).   What you will be doing: Work with all parties across the business to identify and assess risk and ensure mitigations are tracked to completion. Lead the development and maintenance of information security policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory frameworks and industry standards. Lead third party risk management processes. Collaborate across all areas of the business to align security policies and processes with business objectives and regulatory obligations. Work with Security Operations and IT teams to provide oversight of vulnerability assessments and remediation activities. Lead on security architecture reviews for new systems and services. Evaluate technical security controls and recommending improvements. Support the implementation of security tools and technologies. Provide oversight of the security incident management process. Provide security metrics for interested parties at all levels. Lead the security awareness programme to promote a culture of security within all levels of the Group. Provide support for internal and external security audits. Lead security governance meetings representing the Information Security team and standing in for the Head of Information Security when required. Provide subject matter expertise liaising across all business functions.   What we look for: Minimum 5 years' experience in information security roles. Strong leadership and mentorship abilities with a strategic mindset. Experience with risk assessment methodologies. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders. Ability to manage risk and compliance projects and drive security initiatives. Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST. Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.   About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover. At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day. The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.  Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:  Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays) Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay. Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as: 6 Free Counselling sessions per year Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7 Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.  Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues. Financial: A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner  Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet. Company pension scheme Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period. Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice. Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.   Reward, Recognition and Culture :  Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers. Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers. Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!    All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.

Compliance and Assurance - Compliance Assurance Operator – Counter Terrorism Policing HQ Location: West Brompton Salary: The starting salary is £43,227, which includes allowances totalling £2,841. The salary is broken down as £40,386 basic salary, which will increase annually until you reach the top of the scale £45,615. Plus, a location allowance of £1,841 and a non-pensionable allowance of £1,000. Job Summary Could you manage and uphold compliance and assurance standards to support national security? Your skills could help protect the UK and there has never been a more important time to be working in counter terrorism. Every day offers a variety of exciting challenges and exceptional opportunities played out on a national and often international stage. You’ll be amongst some of the best and brightest – all with a common goal of working to keep people safe. You will be working within the Security Operations Centre (SOC) under the Counter Terrorism Policing Headquarters (CTPHQ) Compliance and Assurance (C&A) Pillar and will oversee a number of governance and assurance functions on behalf of CT Policing (CTP) across the UK. This will include implementing CTPs overall security strategy and act as the central point of collaboration in coordinated efforts to monitor, assess, and defend against attacks and protect the organisations assets. CTPHQ is the corporate centre for CTP and provides operational and support services to the CTP Network at a national level, including all CT and Protective Security Commands. The CTP SOC teams as detailed below are currently expanding, so are looking for innovative and highly motivated people with the ability to work independently as well as within a growing team, to help deliver key governance objectives. The role of the Compliance & Protective Monitoring Unit (CPMU) is to provide security, audit and compliance across all National CT systems to establish associated accreditation requirements. CPMU ensure systems are only accessed by suitably cleared staff and identify, manage and mitigate areas of risk appertaining to National CT systems. The role of the Information Security Unit (ISU) is to manage and develop new and legacy information systems accreditation services for CTP. ISU undertake Information Assurance projects and initiatives based on business cases or upon request and write and develop Information Assurance policies, standards and guidelines for CTP. The role of the Physical Security Unit (PSU) is to safeguard CT assets and prevent unauthorised physical access to the CT estate and deny attackers from gaining access. PSU work collaboratively with partners, stakeholders and associated advisors to ensure timely security sweeps occur to maintain the integrity of the CT estate with partner accreditation and enhance security through the development of administrative, technical and physical security controls. The role of the Security Engagement & Coordination Unit (SECU) is to manage the coordinated implementation of the SOCs strategic framework and work plan, both nationally and locally. The SECU will establish mechanisms for regional integration and networking to develop active partnerships across national CTP Compliance functions. Vetting This post requires access to the most sensitive intelligence material on a daily basis. Applicants must hold or be prepared to undergo National Security Vetting (NSV) Developed Vetting (DV) level before taking up the post. Additionally, this material is of particular sensitivity to the UK and its distribution must be restricted to UK nationals. In approved circumstances dual nationals (of which one element is British) may also be granted access. However, in the event that potential conflicts of interest cannot be managed the post holder will not be able to see the intelligence material and will not be able to perform their duties. For the purpose of safeguarding national security and in line with Cabinet Office Policy, supported by Section 82(2) to (4) of the Police Reform Act (2002), applicants who do not hold or acquire Security Check (enhanced) (SC(e)) OR Developed Vetting (DV) clearance and meet the nationality requirements cannot be offered the post. Confidentiality Agreement Applicants should also be aware of the need to sign a confidentiality agreement on taking up the post. Our Employee Commitments Counter Terrorism Policing aims to create an inclusive and welcoming atmosphere and culture and an environment where all our people feel a strong sense of belonging and are able to reach their full potential. Where any group or individual can be and feel respected, supported and valued to fully participate and contribute to our mission of “Working to keep people safe from Terrorism”. Inclusion, diversity and equality is at the front and centre of our approach to make the composition of Counter Terrorism Policing more representative of the communities we serve.  As Counter Terrorism is rooted in Local Policing, to tackle today’s complex policing challenges, applications from across all communities are therefore essential and encouraged. Counter Terrorism Policing as a network is committed to ensuring that disabled people and those with long-term health conditions have the opportunities to fulfil their potential and realise their aspirations’. Counter Terrorism Policing is committed to creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome and encourage applications from candidates who are seeking flexible working arrangements, including part time working or job share. In addition, this role has been reviewed following learning from work during the Covid pandemic and may be done in an agile manner. In the first instance, please contact the vacancy holder to discuss how such arrangements could be accommodated (where applicable).  How to apply Click the apply now button below and start your career at the Met . Applications will be via a detailed CV, Personal Statement, and online application form. Your personal statement should outline why you are interested in the role and how your skills and experience demonstrate your suitability for the role. (NB. Please do not attach 2 copies of your CV).