We’ve got some exciting plans ahead at Trinity and are looking for experienced IT Technical Architects at all levels to join us over the next three to six months!
At the moment we are accepting expressions of interest from you and we plan to commence our assessment and selection process during the end of Autumn 2024. We are keen to learn more from you, about your level of expertise and what you can bring to the table.
Are you an experienced and dynamic IT Technical Architect looking for an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact? Trinity College London is embarking on a period of growth and transformation, and we are seeking a number of talented IT Technical Architects to join our team. This is a unique chance to contribute to the future of a leading internationally recognised awarding organisation, publisher and independent education charity. If you have a proven track record of delivering successful projects and are passionate about driving change, we invite you to be a part of our journey.
About the role
At Trinity College, we have a suite of products offering exams in music, performing arts, English Language and more. We have embarked on an extensive and ambitious modernisation programme, as more of our products move online, and are looking for hands-on Technical Architects, with AWS experience, as our technology and approach matures.
As a Technical Architect, you will be responsible for designing, implementing and overseeing solutions, primarily cloud based, to meet Trinity College London’s evolving technology needs. You will collaborate with teams across the organisation, our partners, and suppliers, to ensure that we deliver high quality solutions to specification. Together with the rest of the architecture team, you will participate in the Technical Design Authority and Cloud Centre of Excellence forums, to use your expertise and experience to help shape our standards and best practices and to help projects to progress with the best solutions.
As a hands-on IT Architect, you will communicate extensively with our design and developments teams and partners, getting involved with Proof of Concept and Prototyping work, and ensuring DevOps and coding standards are well defined and adhered to. You will be able to show technical ownership and leadership, being able to take solutions from conception to implementation and support. As a technology and AWS subject matter expert, you will be able to provide guidance both within and outside the team.
About You
Extensive experience building solutions using key elements of our technology stack, in particular AWS (Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway etc)
Knowledge of good, secure and efficient working practices on AWS, with reference to the Well Architected Framework.
In-depth knowledge of the creation, management, promotion and integration of business data-centric APIs.
Understanding of data, domain-driven design, integration, and the importance of data to an organisation.
Experience working with 3rd party suppliers to provide cohesive, integrated SaaS solutions.
Exemplary written and verbal communication skills
Ability to present technical solutions to non-technical audiences in an effective manner
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
Experience in a variety of requirement gathering techniques
Excellent business process and architectural modelling skills
Knowledge and experience of a wide variety of platforms, operating systems, systems software, business applications, ideally related to the education sector
Experience of providing solutions for cloud, on-premise and hybrid applications
An appetite for challenging existing practices in an effective and supportive manner
Ability to work effectively in a rapidly evolving business environment
Flexible approach to all situations
Experience of working in the Education sector is desirable, preferably within an Exam Board or Awarding body
Ideally, experience of migrating from package solutions (Oracle Siebel)
Our benefits
Trinity provides a work environment that is stimulating, inspiring and fair. Our approach to reward values our employees while ensuring each person’s contribution makes us great as an organisation.
As an employee, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including generous annual leave, private health insurance, pension scheme, regular social events, employee assistance programme, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, free access to Trinity examinations and continuous training and development, plus more.
Our commitment
Trinity College London is an equal opportunities employer and our talented people come from all walks of life. Trinity is open to all applicants from different backgrounds and we are committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively welcome applications from people with disabilities and will make sure you can be interviewed fairly if you have a disability, long term health condition, or are neuro-diverse. We encourage all applicants to let us know if you need a little extra help with your application, want an alternative way to put in an application, or if you have any individual requirements at any stage along your recruitment journey. All applications are dealt with in the strictest of confidence.
How to Apply
To apply, please follow the Apply for This Job link on this page and you will be directed to the Trinity College London application page.
Trinity College London does not hold a job visa sponsorship licence and so is not in a position to sponsor visas in the UK.
We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of the children and young people that we work with. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the organisation. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. Upon successful appointment into the role, you will be required to complete our vetting procedures as with all Trinity College London employees. This is carried out by a 3rd party supplier and our standard background checks consist of Right to Work in the UK, Identity Check, Employment History check, Financial Probity Check, Highest Academic Qualifications Check and a basic DBS check.
Trinity promotes equality of opportunity and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. In line with the requirements of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974), w e select all candidates for interview based on their competencies, qualifications and knowledge. As part of our selection process, you will be required to disclose any potential issues with criminal record checks that will be carried out if you are offered a role with Trinity. The information will only be seen by those who need to see it as part of the recruitment process. We ensure that an open and measured discussion takes place on the subject of any offences or other matter that might be relevant to the position for which you have applied. Failure to reveal information that is directly relevant to the job sought could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment. We undertake to discuss any matter revealed in a criminal check with you before withdrawing our offer of employment.
Trinity College London will hold candidate data on file for no more than six months from application submission. If you want your information to be removed earlier, please contact us directly. If we want to hold your information beyond the six months, we will contact you to get your consent.
Our data protection policy can be viewed in full at https://www.trinitycollege.com/page/data-protection/data-protection-policy.
09/09/2024
Contractor
We’ve got some exciting plans ahead at Trinity and are looking for experienced IT Technical Architects at all levels to join us over the next three to six months!
At the moment we are accepting expressions of interest from you and we plan to commence our assessment and selection process during the end of Autumn 2024. We are keen to learn more from you, about your level of expertise and what you can bring to the table.
Are you an experienced and dynamic IT Technical Architect looking for an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact? Trinity College London is embarking on a period of growth and transformation, and we are seeking a number of talented IT Technical Architects to join our team. This is a unique chance to contribute to the future of a leading internationally recognised awarding organisation, publisher and independent education charity. If you have a proven track record of delivering successful projects and are passionate about driving change, we invite you to be a part of our journey.
About the role
At Trinity College, we have a suite of products offering exams in music, performing arts, English Language and more. We have embarked on an extensive and ambitious modernisation programme, as more of our products move online, and are looking for hands-on Technical Architects, with AWS experience, as our technology and approach matures.
As a Technical Architect, you will be responsible for designing, implementing and overseeing solutions, primarily cloud based, to meet Trinity College London’s evolving technology needs. You will collaborate with teams across the organisation, our partners, and suppliers, to ensure that we deliver high quality solutions to specification. Together with the rest of the architecture team, you will participate in the Technical Design Authority and Cloud Centre of Excellence forums, to use your expertise and experience to help shape our standards and best practices and to help projects to progress with the best solutions.
As a hands-on IT Architect, you will communicate extensively with our design and developments teams and partners, getting involved with Proof of Concept and Prototyping work, and ensuring DevOps and coding standards are well defined and adhered to. You will be able to show technical ownership and leadership, being able to take solutions from conception to implementation and support. As a technology and AWS subject matter expert, you will be able to provide guidance both within and outside the team.
About You
Extensive experience building solutions using key elements of our technology stack, in particular AWS (Lambda, DynamoDB, API Gateway etc)
Knowledge of good, secure and efficient working practices on AWS, with reference to the Well Architected Framework.
In-depth knowledge of the creation, management, promotion and integration of business data-centric APIs.
Understanding of data, domain-driven design, integration, and the importance of data to an organisation.
Experience working with 3rd party suppliers to provide cohesive, integrated SaaS solutions.
Exemplary written and verbal communication skills
Ability to present technical solutions to non-technical audiences in an effective manner
Ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
Experience in a variety of requirement gathering techniques
Excellent business process and architectural modelling skills
Knowledge and experience of a wide variety of platforms, operating systems, systems software, business applications, ideally related to the education sector
Experience of providing solutions for cloud, on-premise and hybrid applications
An appetite for challenging existing practices in an effective and supportive manner
Ability to work effectively in a rapidly evolving business environment
Flexible approach to all situations
Experience of working in the Education sector is desirable, preferably within an Exam Board or Awarding body
Ideally, experience of migrating from package solutions (Oracle Siebel)
Our benefits
Trinity provides a work environment that is stimulating, inspiring and fair. Our approach to reward values our employees while ensuring each person’s contribution makes us great as an organisation.
As an employee, you’ll enjoy a range of benefits including generous annual leave, private health insurance, pension scheme, regular social events, employee assistance programme, cycle to work scheme, season ticket loan, free access to Trinity examinations and continuous training and development, plus more.
Our commitment
Trinity College London is an equal opportunities employer and our talented people come from all walks of life. Trinity is open to all applicants from different backgrounds and we are committed to building a more diverse and inclusive workplace. As a Disability Confident employer, we actively welcome applications from people with disabilities and will make sure you can be interviewed fairly if you have a disability, long term health condition, or are neuro-diverse. We encourage all applicants to let us know if you need a little extra help with your application, want an alternative way to put in an application, or if you have any individual requirements at any stage along your recruitment journey. All applications are dealt with in the strictest of confidence.
How to Apply
To apply, please follow the Apply for This Job link on this page and you will be directed to the Trinity College London application page.
Trinity College London does not hold a job visa sponsorship licence and so is not in a position to sponsor visas in the UK.
We are committed to the safeguarding and protection of the children and young people that we work with. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the organisation. As such, all posts are subject to a safer recruitment process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. Upon successful appointment into the role, you will be required to complete our vetting procedures as with all Trinity College London employees. This is carried out by a 3rd party supplier and our standard background checks consist of Right to Work in the UK, Identity Check, Employment History check, Financial Probity Check, Highest Academic Qualifications Check and a basic DBS check.
Trinity promotes equality of opportunity and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including those with criminal records. In line with the requirements of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974), w e select all candidates for interview based on their competencies, qualifications and knowledge. As part of our selection process, you will be required to disclose any potential issues with criminal record checks that will be carried out if you are offered a role with Trinity. The information will only be seen by those who need to see it as part of the recruitment process. We ensure that an open and measured discussion takes place on the subject of any offences or other matter that might be relevant to the position for which you have applied. Failure to reveal information that is directly relevant to the job sought could lead to withdrawal of an offer of employment. We undertake to discuss any matter revealed in a criminal check with you before withdrawing our offer of employment.
Trinity College London will hold candidate data on file for no more than six months from application submission. If you want your information to be removed earlier, please contact us directly. If we want to hold your information beyond the six months, we will contact you to get your consent.
Our data protection policy can be viewed in full at https://www.trinitycollege.com/page/data-protection/data-protection-policy.
High Level Clearance 4th Line Exchange Support Engineer Location: Basingstoke and London IR35: Inside Rate: (Apply online only)/day Start: ASAP Duration: 6 months (extensions expected) Are you reliable and keen to learn, can you work well in a team? Do you want to make an impact and change the way the world works? Do you want to collaborate and achieve together with committed people to help support are secure system and user community. This is your world and your opportunity to transform it for the better. Your role We are looking for a 4th Line Exchange Support Engineer to work with our 4th Line team and Engineering teams. Your role will involve assisting high profile user community via incident logging application. You will be provided with legacy infrastructure training. Your experience Good understanding of Exchange 2013 or latest versions. Good Understanding of Communication LCS / OCS / LYNC Good understanding of Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2003/2007/2010 and SharePoint Designer Knowledge must include architectural design, web parts, management and troubleshooting with a focus on planning, deploying, and supporting enterprise SharePoint implementations. In depth experience with Collaboration, Portals, Enterprise Search, Enterprise Content Management, Business Process and Forms, and/or Business Intelligence. SharePoint experience must include SharePoint Designer workflows, effective use of the data view web part, content query web part, data form web part, navigation customization, and some branding customization. Good understanding of Active Directory (about Forest/Domain Architecture, Replication, Disasters recovery). Good understanding of ISA Good understanding of Exchange Components: - (Exchange Database, Outlook Web Access, Offline Address List, Mail Flow, Public Folders, Free/Busy) Good Understanding of Exchange Architecture Services that run on Exchange 2007 / 2010 Server Roles Edge, Hub, CAS & Mailbox. Good understanding of Backup Applications and the various methods about backing and restoring Exchange Database and configurations. Good understanding on Exchange Gateway product like Bright mail, IMSS etc. Good understanding about MS Cluster on Exchange 2003. Good understanding about and Hands on experience regarding High Availability Features (CCR, SCC, SCR & LCR). Good knowledge on Collaborating Applications (Black Berry, OCS, UM etc.) Extensively worked on Windows core infrastructure services like Active Directory, DNS/DDNS/WINS and DHCP services Working knowledge of RAS/VPN, Web Servers, Clusters, and backup/restore. Good knowledge of Server Hardware/RAID, SAN, Backup Applications. Good understanding about upgrading, transitioning, and migrating Exchange to the latest version. Good understanding Exchange Tools that will help in Troubleshooting, Monitoring, and fine tuning of Exchange. Exchange Best Practice Analyzer Report. Exchange Performance Troubleshooter Analyzer. MPS Report Demonstrated experience in ITIL best practices methodologies. APPLY NOW! Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
24/03/2025
Contractor
High Level Clearance 4th Line Exchange Support Engineer Location: Basingstoke and London IR35: Inside Rate: (Apply online only)/day Start: ASAP Duration: 6 months (extensions expected) Are you reliable and keen to learn, can you work well in a team? Do you want to make an impact and change the way the world works? Do you want to collaborate and achieve together with committed people to help support are secure system and user community. This is your world and your opportunity to transform it for the better. Your role We are looking for a 4th Line Exchange Support Engineer to work with our 4th Line team and Engineering teams. Your role will involve assisting high profile user community via incident logging application. You will be provided with legacy infrastructure training. Your experience Good understanding of Exchange 2013 or latest versions. Good Understanding of Communication LCS / OCS / LYNC Good understanding of Microsoft Office SharePoint Server 2003/2007/2010 and SharePoint Designer Knowledge must include architectural design, web parts, management and troubleshooting with a focus on planning, deploying, and supporting enterprise SharePoint implementations. In depth experience with Collaboration, Portals, Enterprise Search, Enterprise Content Management, Business Process and Forms, and/or Business Intelligence. SharePoint experience must include SharePoint Designer workflows, effective use of the data view web part, content query web part, data form web part, navigation customization, and some branding customization. Good understanding of Active Directory (about Forest/Domain Architecture, Replication, Disasters recovery). Good understanding of ISA Good understanding of Exchange Components: - (Exchange Database, Outlook Web Access, Offline Address List, Mail Flow, Public Folders, Free/Busy) Good Understanding of Exchange Architecture Services that run on Exchange 2007 / 2010 Server Roles Edge, Hub, CAS & Mailbox. Good understanding of Backup Applications and the various methods about backing and restoring Exchange Database and configurations. Good understanding on Exchange Gateway product like Bright mail, IMSS etc. Good understanding about MS Cluster on Exchange 2003. Good understanding about and Hands on experience regarding High Availability Features (CCR, SCC, SCR & LCR). Good knowledge on Collaborating Applications (Black Berry, OCS, UM etc.) Extensively worked on Windows core infrastructure services like Active Directory, DNS/DDNS/WINS and DHCP services Working knowledge of RAS/VPN, Web Servers, Clusters, and backup/restore. Good knowledge of Server Hardware/RAID, SAN, Backup Applications. Good understanding about upgrading, transitioning, and migrating Exchange to the latest version. Good understanding Exchange Tools that will help in Troubleshooting, Monitoring, and fine tuning of Exchange. Exchange Best Practice Analyzer Report. Exchange Performance Troubleshooter Analyzer. MPS Report Demonstrated experience in ITIL best practices methodologies. APPLY NOW! Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.
Network & Security Manager 6-month contract The Network & Security Manager will work closely with the broader Technology Team, particularly the Digital Technology Team, to lead, manage, and evolve their infrastructure and security operations. Your expertise will drive their enterprise security architecture, service delivery, compliance, and business continuity planning. Key Responsibilities for the Network & Security Manager: Lead and manage infrastructure and security operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Oversee security vulnerability management, incident response, and enterprise security architecture design. Drive the implementation and maintenance of infrastructure technologies, including cloud environments, network security, and endpoint management. Develop and execute Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Plans (DRP). Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture and IT service delivery. Experience & Skills Required by the Network & Security Manager Service & Security Expertise: Proven ability to deliver service level agreements (SLAs) and manage application/infrastructure service delivery. Hands-on experience in troubleshooting infrastructure issues and handling security vulnerabilities. Technical Mastery: Strong understanding of IP, TCP/IP, and network administration protocols. Expertise in Windows servers, SQL databases, and monitoring tools like SolarWinds. Nutanix HCI, AWS, Microsoft Azure, SD-WAN, Cisco WLC, Ubiquiti, and Meraki wireless. Cisco ISE, Palo Alto Firewalls, GlobalProtect VPN, 802.1x, Microsoft AD, GPOs, and system management tools like Quest KACE. Cloud security knowledge, including Akamai cloud firewall protection. Cloud & Modern Tech Stack Knowledge: Solid AWS cloud architecture expertise, including: Serverless and event-driven orchestration Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation), CI/CD pipelines Modern data lakes, AI concepts, and databases (Snowflake, relational & non-relational) Security Leadership & Compliance: Experience in enterprise security architecture and security document creation. Ability to design and deliver security awareness training across the organization. Agile & Strategic Thinking: Extensive experience working in agile environments. Ability to translate security and infrastructure needs into business-focused solutions. To discuss this exciting Network & Security Manager opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. Additionally, you can contact Connor Smal, by exploring the VIQU IT Recruitment website. To be the first to hear about other exciting opportunities, technology, and recruitment news, please also follow us at VIQU IT Recruitment on LinkedIn, and
24/03/2025
Contractor
Network & Security Manager 6-month contract The Network & Security Manager will work closely with the broader Technology Team, particularly the Digital Technology Team, to lead, manage, and evolve their infrastructure and security operations. Your expertise will drive their enterprise security architecture, service delivery, compliance, and business continuity planning. Key Responsibilities for the Network & Security Manager: Lead and manage infrastructure and security operations, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Oversee security vulnerability management, incident response, and enterprise security architecture design. Drive the implementation and maintenance of infrastructure technologies, including cloud environments, network security, and endpoint management. Develop and execute Business Continuity Plans (BCP) and Disaster Recovery Plans (DRP). Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security posture and IT service delivery. Experience & Skills Required by the Network & Security Manager Service & Security Expertise: Proven ability to deliver service level agreements (SLAs) and manage application/infrastructure service delivery. Hands-on experience in troubleshooting infrastructure issues and handling security vulnerabilities. Technical Mastery: Strong understanding of IP, TCP/IP, and network administration protocols. Expertise in Windows servers, SQL databases, and monitoring tools like SolarWinds. Nutanix HCI, AWS, Microsoft Azure, SD-WAN, Cisco WLC, Ubiquiti, and Meraki wireless. Cisco ISE, Palo Alto Firewalls, GlobalProtect VPN, 802.1x, Microsoft AD, GPOs, and system management tools like Quest KACE. Cloud security knowledge, including Akamai cloud firewall protection. Cloud & Modern Tech Stack Knowledge: Solid AWS cloud architecture expertise, including: Serverless and event-driven orchestration Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation), CI/CD pipelines Modern data lakes, AI concepts, and databases (Snowflake, relational & non-relational) Security Leadership & Compliance: Experience in enterprise security architecture and security document creation. Ability to design and deliver security awareness training across the organization. Agile & Strategic Thinking: Extensive experience working in agile environments. Ability to translate security and infrastructure needs into business-focused solutions. To discuss this exciting Network & Security Manager opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. Additionally, you can contact Connor Smal, by exploring the VIQU IT Recruitment website. To be the first to hear about other exciting opportunities, technology, and recruitment news, please also follow us at VIQU IT Recruitment on LinkedIn, and
VMWare Consultant, VCF, NSX, Design/Implement, SC, Onsite in London, 3 months + £Good We are seeking a skilled VCF, Aria and NSX Senior Consultant to join our growing team at Comms-care. The ideal candidate will work closely with our channel partners, and their customers, designing and building innovative solutions based on VMware Cloud Foundation. You will also need to have active Security Clearance to be considered for this position. Key Responsibilities Design and Implementation: Architect and deploy VMware Cloud Foundation environments aligned to the VCF reference architectures Implement and configure NSX solutions for networking, security, and micro-segmentation. Design and deployment of Aria Suite solutions in conjunction with VCF Design disaster recovery and high-availability strategies within the VCF ecosystem. Deploying Cloud Foundation solutions on-premises and as part of a hybrid cloud solution Client Engagement: Collaborate with clients in a workshop format to gather requirements and propose tailored Cloud Foundation solutions. Produce logical and physical design documentation Creation of day 0 and day 1 operations guides and runbooks. Optimisation and Upgrade Optimisation of VCF and NSX configurations for performance, scalability, and security. Upgrade of VCF infrastructure, particularly in disconnected environments. Integration and Automation: Integrate VCF and NSX with third-party tools and services to enhance functionality. Deploy and configure VCF and Aria Suite using automation Develop automation scripts using tools like PowerCLI, vRealize Automation, and Ansible. Documentation and Training: Produce comprehensive documentation, including architecture diagrams, operational guides, and runbooks. Undertake validation testing of a completed VCF solution for handover. Deliver knowledge transfer sessions to upskill client teams on VCF and NSX technologies. Key Skills and Qualifications Essential Skills: Extensive experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and NSX In depth knowledge of the various VCF reference architectures and their specific use cases. Strong knowledge of core networking principles along with experience implementing micro-segmentation, distributed Firewall, and software-defined networking. Hands-on experience with automation tools (eg, PowerCLI, Python, Ansible). Desirable Skills: VMware Advanced (VCAP/VCIX) Certifications relating to VCF and NSX Familiarity with multi-cloud platforms (eg, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Experience with containerisation technologies (eg, Kubernetes, Tanzu). Experience designing and deploying Aria Automation If you have the skills and experience, please send your CV in for review.
24/03/2025
Contractor
VMWare Consultant, VCF, NSX, Design/Implement, SC, Onsite in London, 3 months + £Good We are seeking a skilled VCF, Aria and NSX Senior Consultant to join our growing team at Comms-care. The ideal candidate will work closely with our channel partners, and their customers, designing and building innovative solutions based on VMware Cloud Foundation. You will also need to have active Security Clearance to be considered for this position. Key Responsibilities Design and Implementation: Architect and deploy VMware Cloud Foundation environments aligned to the VCF reference architectures Implement and configure NSX solutions for networking, security, and micro-segmentation. Design and deployment of Aria Suite solutions in conjunction with VCF Design disaster recovery and high-availability strategies within the VCF ecosystem. Deploying Cloud Foundation solutions on-premises and as part of a hybrid cloud solution Client Engagement: Collaborate with clients in a workshop format to gather requirements and propose tailored Cloud Foundation solutions. Produce logical and physical design documentation Creation of day 0 and day 1 operations guides and runbooks. Optimisation and Upgrade Optimisation of VCF and NSX configurations for performance, scalability, and security. Upgrade of VCF infrastructure, particularly in disconnected environments. Integration and Automation: Integrate VCF and NSX with third-party tools and services to enhance functionality. Deploy and configure VCF and Aria Suite using automation Develop automation scripts using tools like PowerCLI, vRealize Automation, and Ansible. Documentation and Training: Produce comprehensive documentation, including architecture diagrams, operational guides, and runbooks. Undertake validation testing of a completed VCF solution for handover. Deliver knowledge transfer sessions to upskill client teams on VCF and NSX technologies. Key Skills and Qualifications Essential Skills: Extensive experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) and NSX In depth knowledge of the various VCF reference architectures and their specific use cases. Strong knowledge of core networking principles along with experience implementing micro-segmentation, distributed Firewall, and software-defined networking. Hands-on experience with automation tools (eg, PowerCLI, Python, Ansible). Desirable Skills: VMware Advanced (VCAP/VCIX) Certifications relating to VCF and NSX Familiarity with multi-cloud platforms (eg, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud). Experience with containerisation technologies (eg, Kubernetes, Tanzu). Experience designing and deploying Aria Automation If you have the skills and experience, please send your CV in for review.
Oracle Cloud Architect Lynx Recruitment are partnered with a consultancy who provide Digital Solutions into the Security and Defence sector to help them find a Cloud Architect. Please note, this individual needs to at least be eligible for SC Clearance, or already SC Cleared. Requirements: - Experience of delivering OCI projects, ideally migration from on-prem - Experience delivering other enterprise cloud platform projects is acceptable, but would need OCI/Oracle certifications - Military background beneficial - Experience designing enterprise cloud solutions - Experience working in an agile environment working with CI/CD - Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity experience beneficial This is a hybrid opportunity, with regular (2-3 days per week) travel to client site which is typically in the South West or London. If this sounds of interest, please apply for this role and I'll reach out.
24/03/2025
Full time
Oracle Cloud Architect Lynx Recruitment are partnered with a consultancy who provide Digital Solutions into the Security and Defence sector to help them find a Cloud Architect. Please note, this individual needs to at least be eligible for SC Clearance, or already SC Cleared. Requirements: - Experience of delivering OCI projects, ideally migration from on-prem - Experience delivering other enterprise cloud platform projects is acceptable, but would need OCI/Oracle certifications - Military background beneficial - Experience designing enterprise cloud solutions - Experience working in an agile environment working with CI/CD - Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity experience beneficial This is a hybrid opportunity, with regular (2-3 days per week) travel to client site which is typically in the South West or London. If this sounds of interest, please apply for this role and I'll reach out.
Overview We are looking for a highly motivated individual to help us build the next generation of data analysis tools and infrastructure for our Award-Winning Accident Repair Network. Our mission is to develop the tools and technology that enable our teams to get our customers back to normal. The candidate will be reporting into our Platform Manager assisting with our bespoke award-winning IT system and it is a fundamental role to our growth and success. Responsibilities As a Senior Azure Cloud Engineer, you will support and enable the Microsoft Technology Stack through IT Change, troubleshoot IT Problems, following ITIL v4 guidelines in this cutting edge and high secure environment. You will support of our technical environment, which includes Microsoft technologies, Meraki, SaaS solutions (including our own bespoke workshop management system) and Single Sign-on (SSO). You will be passionate about technology and understand of business systems and solutions. Work with the Systems Architect to design, implement, and maintain cloud and networks solutions Assist with IT Change/Problem Management following ITIL v4 guidelines, working closely with internal people and external suppliers by resolving hardware, software and network issues promptly. Support IT governance, ensuring security best practises and disaster recovery plans are followed. Maintain detailed documentation for system configuration, procedures and troubleshooting. You will provide advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across several areas of IT. You will provide guidance and support to the wider IT team on infrastructure design and build. Raise concerns, risks and cyber incidents to the IT leadership team. Providing information regarding system/device performance and error logs. Work with the Helpdesk team to remove blockers to resolve incidents and process service requests Qualifications Who are Solus? Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair. Why Join Solus? We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague: Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications. Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus. Company pension scheme with employer contributions. 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts. Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme. Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave. Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access. At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you're excited but don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply-your unique skills might be just what we need. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria-just email us after applying to let us know. Ready to join us? Apply online today, and our team will be in touch within 14 days.
22/03/2025
Full time
Overview We are looking for a highly motivated individual to help us build the next generation of data analysis tools and infrastructure for our Award-Winning Accident Repair Network. Our mission is to develop the tools and technology that enable our teams to get our customers back to normal. The candidate will be reporting into our Platform Manager assisting with our bespoke award-winning IT system and it is a fundamental role to our growth and success. Responsibilities As a Senior Azure Cloud Engineer, you will support and enable the Microsoft Technology Stack through IT Change, troubleshoot IT Problems, following ITIL v4 guidelines in this cutting edge and high secure environment. You will support of our technical environment, which includes Microsoft technologies, Meraki, SaaS solutions (including our own bespoke workshop management system) and Single Sign-on (SSO). You will be passionate about technology and understand of business systems and solutions. Work with the Systems Architect to design, implement, and maintain cloud and networks solutions Assist with IT Change/Problem Management following ITIL v4 guidelines, working closely with internal people and external suppliers by resolving hardware, software and network issues promptly. Support IT governance, ensuring security best practises and disaster recovery plans are followed. Maintain detailed documentation for system configuration, procedures and troubleshooting. You will provide advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills across several areas of IT. You will provide guidance and support to the wider IT team on infrastructure design and build. Raise concerns, risks and cyber incidents to the IT leadership team. Providing information regarding system/device performance and error logs. Work with the Helpdesk team to remove blockers to resolve incidents and process service requests Qualifications Who are Solus? Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair. Why Join Solus? We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague: Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications. Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus. Company pension scheme with employer contributions. 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts. Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme. Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave. Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access. At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you're excited but don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply-your unique skills might be just what we need. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria-just email us after applying to let us know. Ready to join us? Apply online today, and our team will be in touch within 14 days.
Application Security Lead Blockchain Outside IR35 700 outside IR35 Blockchain services client is currently looking for an Application Security Lead with extensive coding experience =. This is a crucial role where you will bring your technical abilities to recognise and reduce risk to the ecosystem and be able to effectively influence a wide group of stakeholders. It is a unique opportunity to help secure an innovative organisation where feedback is direct and honest and understands that a check box approach doesn't get results. Key Requirements: Strong knowledge of secure coding practices Risk based approach and pragmatism in order to enhance level of security in partnership with different stakeholders Familiarity with security frameworks and approaches such as SAST, DAST, fuzzing, property-based testing, symbolic execution, network simulation Have experience in threat modelling, red/blue teaming, working with best-in-class independent security teams and turning their findings into actual deployed fixes in our codebase (as well as implementing lessons learned) An ability to work with a diverse set of stakeholders to valorise security and influence best practices Advanced skills in analyzing and mitigating cyber security threats Understanding of web3 application architecture - ideally including cryptography, decentralized networking, blockchain consensus, hardware key management solutions Proficiency with security tools and technologies, also the ability to create own tools when it is needed Proficiency in multiple programming languages - ideally RUST and Typescript A focus on outcomes (rather than activities) and delivering against outcomes with limited interference day-to-day Logistcs: - 6 Month Contract - 700 Outside IR35 - Fully Remote Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed) Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
22/03/2025
Contractor
Application Security Lead Blockchain Outside IR35 700 outside IR35 Blockchain services client is currently looking for an Application Security Lead with extensive coding experience =. This is a crucial role where you will bring your technical abilities to recognise and reduce risk to the ecosystem and be able to effectively influence a wide group of stakeholders. It is a unique opportunity to help secure an innovative organisation where feedback is direct and honest and understands that a check box approach doesn't get results. Key Requirements: Strong knowledge of secure coding practices Risk based approach and pragmatism in order to enhance level of security in partnership with different stakeholders Familiarity with security frameworks and approaches such as SAST, DAST, fuzzing, property-based testing, symbolic execution, network simulation Have experience in threat modelling, red/blue teaming, working with best-in-class independent security teams and turning their findings into actual deployed fixes in our codebase (as well as implementing lessons learned) An ability to work with a diverse set of stakeholders to valorise security and influence best practices Advanced skills in analyzing and mitigating cyber security threats Understanding of web3 application architecture - ideally including cryptography, decentralized networking, blockchain consensus, hardware key management solutions Proficiency with security tools and technologies, also the ability to create own tools when it is needed Proficiency in multiple programming languages - ideally RUST and Typescript A focus on outcomes (rather than activities) and delivering against outcomes with limited interference day-to-day Logistcs: - 6 Month Contract - 700 Outside IR35 - Fully Remote Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed) Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Your new company An exciting opportunity to join an established Fintech SaaS company that provides a wide selection of products and services to companies across the Investment, Life and Pensions sectors. Having been established for over 20 years, they have a number of well-known industry brands and key long-term client relationships that ensures great stability and job security. Within the Edinburgh HQ they employ around 120 staff, with around half operating within the technology teams. The company continues to invest in their products, systems and architecture to ensure they provide clients with the best possible service levels, performance and security. Your new role The Information Security Analyst will play a vital role in safeguarding the organisation's information systems and data. Key responsibilities include assisting in the planning and implementation of security controls to ISO27001 standards, performing business impact analyses, and supporting the IS Manager in disaster recovery planning. The analyst will also be responsible for responding to customer security questionnaires, managing threat assessments, and ensuring business continuity plans are consistently produced and maintained. Additionally, the role involves conducting systems security audits, documenting enterprise risk and compliance issues, and preparing corrective action plans for penetration test findings. The analyst will provide support and guidance for security awareness training, track staff completion of training modules, and respond to security incidents. Effective communication with the IS Manager regarding significant changes in business continuity plans is also essential. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate should have an understanding of Information Security methodologies, standards, and technologies, particularly ISO27001. They should have previous experience in Information Security or Enterprise Risk roles, along with an awareness of Business Continuity and IT standards, policies, and frameworks like ISO22301/BCMS. Strong communication skills, the ability to multi-task and prioritize workloads are essential. Additionally, candidates should have knowledge of modern IT system architecture interdependencies, strong documentation, analytical, and presentation skills, and the ability to work independently. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
21/03/2025
Full time
Your new company An exciting opportunity to join an established Fintech SaaS company that provides a wide selection of products and services to companies across the Investment, Life and Pensions sectors. Having been established for over 20 years, they have a number of well-known industry brands and key long-term client relationships that ensures great stability and job security. Within the Edinburgh HQ they employ around 120 staff, with around half operating within the technology teams. The company continues to invest in their products, systems and architecture to ensure they provide clients with the best possible service levels, performance and security. Your new role The Information Security Analyst will play a vital role in safeguarding the organisation's information systems and data. Key responsibilities include assisting in the planning and implementation of security controls to ISO27001 standards, performing business impact analyses, and supporting the IS Manager in disaster recovery planning. The analyst will also be responsible for responding to customer security questionnaires, managing threat assessments, and ensuring business continuity plans are consistently produced and maintained. Additionally, the role involves conducting systems security audits, documenting enterprise risk and compliance issues, and preparing corrective action plans for penetration test findings. The analyst will provide support and guidance for security awareness training, track staff completion of training modules, and respond to security incidents. Effective communication with the IS Manager regarding significant changes in business continuity plans is also essential. What you'll need to succeed The ideal candidate should have an understanding of Information Security methodologies, standards, and technologies, particularly ISO27001. They should have previous experience in Information Security or Enterprise Risk roles, along with an awareness of Business Continuity and IT standards, policies, and frameworks like ISO22301/BCMS. Strong communication skills, the ability to multi-task and prioritize workloads are essential. Additionally, candidates should have knowledge of modern IT system architecture interdependencies, strong documentation, analytical, and presentation skills, and the ability to work independently. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
IT Infrastructure & Service Delivery Manager Surrey - Hybrid Working I am recruiting for an IT Infrastructure & Service Delivery Manager for an award winning tour operator who create bespoke holidays to destinations around the world based in Surrey. The role is a hybrid working. As an IT Infrastructure & Service Delivery Manager you will play a critical role in maintaining all IT & Data Communication systems infrastructure along with providing effective technical support. IT Infrastructure & Service Delivery Manager Benefits: Holiday - 27 days rising to 29 days with length of service. A day off for volunteering to support a charity or community work. BUPA Cash Plan Company Pension Scheme Discounted staff travel Long Service Awards Friendly, open-plan office, with excellent social area, walking distance to shops, restaurants and parks. Social events Complimentary range of teas, coffee and fruit when in the office Ongoing Training and personal development IT Infrastructure & Service Delivery Manager Responsibilities: Technical Support : Ensure the IT infrastructure is efficient and resilient using a combination of 3rd party vendors and an in-house team. Act as an escalation point for technical issues, providing guidance and solutions to the team. Ensure the team is equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge to support a range of IT systems and applications. Identify training needs and areas for improvement within the business. Use knowledge to act as 2ndline in-house support and assist as necessary with 1st line technical support. Project Management: Assist with project work supporting the business Scoping out and planning of technical projects ensuring smooth integrations with existing architecture. GDPR, Regulatory & Security compliance: Ensure adherence to IT best practices and compliance with relevant legislation maintaining appropriate security protocols. Maintenance of PCI compliance Maintenance of back up procedures & disaster recovery solution. Ensure GDPR compliance Service Desk Operations: Oversee the daily operations of the IT Zoho desk, ensuring timely and effective resolution of technical issues. Monitor workloads & ticketing to ensure that the business is supported within the agreed SLA. Stakeholder Collaboration & Reporting: Collaborate with other departments to understand their IT needs and ensure support aligns with business objectives. Ensure that issues are escalated internally and externally and responded to in a timely manner. Budget & Financial Management: Manage & maintain the IT budget. Manage the IT Fixed Asset register Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop the IT support team to ensure high performance and professional growth. Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and identify training needs IT Infrastructure & Service Delivery Manager Essential Skills: Wildix (Telephony) Exclaimer Intune 365 Admin Azure Admin Intune / Endpoint Exchange SharePoint PowerBI SQL Server HyperV / VMware Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
21/03/2025
Full time
IT Infrastructure & Service Delivery Manager Surrey - Hybrid Working I am recruiting for an IT Infrastructure & Service Delivery Manager for an award winning tour operator who create bespoke holidays to destinations around the world based in Surrey. The role is a hybrid working. As an IT Infrastructure & Service Delivery Manager you will play a critical role in maintaining all IT & Data Communication systems infrastructure along with providing effective technical support. IT Infrastructure & Service Delivery Manager Benefits: Holiday - 27 days rising to 29 days with length of service. A day off for volunteering to support a charity or community work. BUPA Cash Plan Company Pension Scheme Discounted staff travel Long Service Awards Friendly, open-plan office, with excellent social area, walking distance to shops, restaurants and parks. Social events Complimentary range of teas, coffee and fruit when in the office Ongoing Training and personal development IT Infrastructure & Service Delivery Manager Responsibilities: Technical Support : Ensure the IT infrastructure is efficient and resilient using a combination of 3rd party vendors and an in-house team. Act as an escalation point for technical issues, providing guidance and solutions to the team. Ensure the team is equipped with the necessary tools and knowledge to support a range of IT systems and applications. Identify training needs and areas for improvement within the business. Use knowledge to act as 2ndline in-house support and assist as necessary with 1st line technical support. Project Management: Assist with project work supporting the business Scoping out and planning of technical projects ensuring smooth integrations with existing architecture. GDPR, Regulatory & Security compliance: Ensure adherence to IT best practices and compliance with relevant legislation maintaining appropriate security protocols. Maintenance of PCI compliance Maintenance of back up procedures & disaster recovery solution. Ensure GDPR compliance Service Desk Operations: Oversee the daily operations of the IT Zoho desk, ensuring timely and effective resolution of technical issues. Monitor workloads & ticketing to ensure that the business is supported within the agreed SLA. Stakeholder Collaboration & Reporting: Collaborate with other departments to understand their IT needs and ensure support aligns with business objectives. Ensure that issues are escalated internally and externally and responded to in a timely manner. Budget & Financial Management: Manage & maintain the IT budget. Manage the IT Fixed Asset register Team Management: Lead, mentor, and develop the IT support team to ensure high performance and professional growth. Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide constructive feedback, and identify training needs IT Infrastructure & Service Delivery Manager Essential Skills: Wildix (Telephony) Exclaimer Intune 365 Admin Azure Admin Intune / Endpoint Exchange SharePoint PowerBI SQL Server HyperV / VMware Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Network Consultant Are you a highly skilled networking professional with expertise in designing, implementing, and optimising cutting-edge network solutions? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment, working across Enterprise, Service Provider, and Public Sector customers? If so, we want to hear from you! Why Join Us? As a Network Consultant you'll play a key role in helping our clients customers achieve a rapid return on their infrastructure investment while enhancing network performance and efficiency. What You'll Do: Provide technical support to the sales team to secure new business Offer SME-level technical consultancy during project delivery Design and plan network architectures tailored to customer needs Implement security solutions to safeguard critical infrastructure Optimise network routing policies for efficiency and performance Lead project implementation, migrations, and technical documentation (HLD/LLD) Conduct PoC & TAT (Type Approval Testing) Develop and execute migration strategies Deliver engaging customer demonstrations (in-person & remote) Use network discovery tools to provide assessments and reports Enhance automation and orchestration tools for increased efficiency What We Look For: Qualifications: Degree level or equivalent experience JNCIA/JNCIS/JNCIP/JNCIE or NSE 6/7/8 certifications SD-WAN certifications (Aruba SilverPeak & Fortinet preferred) Experience & Skills: Hands-on experience with Juniper or Cisco switches/routers and security design Expertise in deploying BGP, OSPF, ISIS, MPLS, LDP, RSVP, L2VPN, and L3VPN Strong understanding of SD-WAN vendors (preferably Aruba SilverPeak & Fortinet) Experience with network automation and orchestration tools (e.g., Ansible, Cisco NSO) Solid grasp of data centre networking, SDN, and NFV Experience with SD-Branch, wireless & SASE solutions API programming & integration experience Knowledge of network monitoring and alerting tools (e.g., ScienceLogic or similar) Competence in using network test equipment (preferably IXIA) Ready to Make an Impact? If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you can shape the future of networking, apply today!
21/03/2025
Full time
Network Consultant Are you a highly skilled networking professional with expertise in designing, implementing, and optimising cutting-edge network solutions? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment, working across Enterprise, Service Provider, and Public Sector customers? If so, we want to hear from you! Why Join Us? As a Network Consultant you'll play a key role in helping our clients customers achieve a rapid return on their infrastructure investment while enhancing network performance and efficiency. What You'll Do: Provide technical support to the sales team to secure new business Offer SME-level technical consultancy during project delivery Design and plan network architectures tailored to customer needs Implement security solutions to safeguard critical infrastructure Optimise network routing policies for efficiency and performance Lead project implementation, migrations, and technical documentation (HLD/LLD) Conduct PoC & TAT (Type Approval Testing) Develop and execute migration strategies Deliver engaging customer demonstrations (in-person & remote) Use network discovery tools to provide assessments and reports Enhance automation and orchestration tools for increased efficiency What We Look For: Qualifications: Degree level or equivalent experience JNCIA/JNCIS/JNCIP/JNCIE or NSE 6/7/8 certifications SD-WAN certifications (Aruba SilverPeak & Fortinet preferred) Experience & Skills: Hands-on experience with Juniper or Cisco switches/routers and security design Expertise in deploying BGP, OSPF, ISIS, MPLS, LDP, RSVP, L2VPN, and L3VPN Strong understanding of SD-WAN vendors (preferably Aruba SilverPeak & Fortinet) Experience with network automation and orchestration tools (e.g., Ansible, Cisco NSO) Solid grasp of data centre networking, SDN, and NFV Experience with SD-Branch, wireless & SASE solutions API programming & integration experience Knowledge of network monitoring and alerting tools (e.g., ScienceLogic or similar) Competence in using network test equipment (preferably IXIA) Ready to Make an Impact? If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding role where you can shape the future of networking, apply today!
Job Title: ICT Enterprise Specialist Location : HQ, Bridgend Salary: £45,147 - £52,491 Job Type: Permanent / Full time About Us: South Wales Police is the largest police force in Wales, serving a population of approximately 1.3 million people across an area of 2,117 square miles. We are dedicated to keeping our communities safe and secure, and we rely on cutting-edge technology to support our operations. We have recently invested heavily in our ICT department with exciting new projects and opportunities funded by significant investment. We are going through a period of significant growth and technological change, there has never been a better time to join! About the role: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Enterprise Systems Specialist. As an Enterprise Systems Specialist, you will be responsible for developing enterprise systems including servers, storage, virtualised and cloud platforms. Within the role, you may supervise junior ICT Specialists, and you will play a crucial role in ensuring service availability, security and standards compliance as well as driving process improvements and enhancing system performance. This Enterprise Specialist role will work in the Technical Standards section of the ICT Department and will reports to the Technical Standards manager Our Information and Communications Technology Department (ICT) has a wide and varied range of responsibilities from 1st line service desk, 2nd line technical support to 3rd line specialist technical architect/design. ICT are also responsible for IT Security management, Service Management, Business Support and Project Management that maintain and continuously improve critical services, software, platforms, and hardware required throughout the full IT lifecycle. This underpins the delivery of secure and timely 24/7 operations for approximately 10,000 users across 100 geographical locations supporting over 20,000 computers including multiple datacentres together with the underlying network, physical and virtual (including cloud services) IT infrastructure. Duties and Responsibilities: Implement, configure and maintain enterprise systems. Design and deploy server infrastructure, including physical and virtual servers. Oversee server and storage performance tuning, patch management and firmware upgrades. Develop and maintain documentation for enterprise systems processes and procedures Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and solve system issues. Develop and maintain security protocols for enterprise systems Plan and execute disaster recovery and business continuity procedures. To provide IT specialist advice to business users and IT peers for your specialist technological area Manage Technical Staff within your technical area About you: Must be qualified to Degree level standard or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills and abilities. Experience of designing, implementing and technically leading on some of the following areas: Enterprise Systems Management, Monitoring, especially Microsoft Systems Centre Operations Manager or Azure Monitor HP Server hardware support Cloud Computing, especially Microsoft Azure Enterprise Unified Communications, especially Microsoft Exchange, Exchange On-Line, Microsoft Teams. Device Management Systems, especially Microsoft Systems Centre Configuration Manager/Intune Datacentre environments including Power Management, Air Conditioning, Security, Networking, Enterprise Security within a Cyber Security Framework, especially NIST In depth knowledge of storage area networks (SAN), Network attached storage (NAS) and backup and recovery technologies. Expertise in server infrastructure design and deployment Experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware or Citrix Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Must be aware of the strategic operational implications of effective IT upon the organisation. Benefits: - Training and professional development opportunities - Local Government Pension Scheme - 24 days Annual Leave increasing to 29 days after 5 years employment. - Flexible working dependant of duties -Free on-site parking - On site fitness centre and canteen - Collaborative and supportive work environment. - Cycle to work scheme. - Wellness programmes - SWP Diolch Vectis & Blue light Discount Card - Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to public safety and community well-being. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Enterprise Solutions Specialist, ICT Enterprise Architect, Enterprise Systems Specialist, Enterprise Infrastructure Specialist, and Enterprise IT Consultant may also be considered.
21/03/2025
Full time
Job Title: ICT Enterprise Specialist Location : HQ, Bridgend Salary: £45,147 - £52,491 Job Type: Permanent / Full time About Us: South Wales Police is the largest police force in Wales, serving a population of approximately 1.3 million people across an area of 2,117 square miles. We are dedicated to keeping our communities safe and secure, and we rely on cutting-edge technology to support our operations. We have recently invested heavily in our ICT department with exciting new projects and opportunities funded by significant investment. We are going through a period of significant growth and technological change, there has never been a better time to join! About the role: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Enterprise Systems Specialist. As an Enterprise Systems Specialist, you will be responsible for developing enterprise systems including servers, storage, virtualised and cloud platforms. Within the role, you may supervise junior ICT Specialists, and you will play a crucial role in ensuring service availability, security and standards compliance as well as driving process improvements and enhancing system performance. This Enterprise Specialist role will work in the Technical Standards section of the ICT Department and will reports to the Technical Standards manager Our Information and Communications Technology Department (ICT) has a wide and varied range of responsibilities from 1st line service desk, 2nd line technical support to 3rd line specialist technical architect/design. ICT are also responsible for IT Security management, Service Management, Business Support and Project Management that maintain and continuously improve critical services, software, platforms, and hardware required throughout the full IT lifecycle. This underpins the delivery of secure and timely 24/7 operations for approximately 10,000 users across 100 geographical locations supporting over 20,000 computers including multiple datacentres together with the underlying network, physical and virtual (including cloud services) IT infrastructure. Duties and Responsibilities: Implement, configure and maintain enterprise systems. Design and deploy server infrastructure, including physical and virtual servers. Oversee server and storage performance tuning, patch management and firmware upgrades. Develop and maintain documentation for enterprise systems processes and procedures Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and solve system issues. Develop and maintain security protocols for enterprise systems Plan and execute disaster recovery and business continuity procedures. To provide IT specialist advice to business users and IT peers for your specialist technological area Manage Technical Staff within your technical area About you: Must be qualified to Degree level standard or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills and abilities. Experience of designing, implementing and technically leading on some of the following areas: Enterprise Systems Management, Monitoring, especially Microsoft Systems Centre Operations Manager or Azure Monitor HP Server hardware support Cloud Computing, especially Microsoft Azure Enterprise Unified Communications, especially Microsoft Exchange, Exchange On-Line, Microsoft Teams. Device Management Systems, especially Microsoft Systems Centre Configuration Manager/Intune Datacentre environments including Power Management, Air Conditioning, Security, Networking, Enterprise Security within a Cyber Security Framework, especially NIST In depth knowledge of storage area networks (SAN), Network attached storage (NAS) and backup and recovery technologies. Expertise in server infrastructure design and deployment Experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware or Citrix Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Must be aware of the strategic operational implications of effective IT upon the organisation. Benefits: - Training and professional development opportunities - Local Government Pension Scheme - 24 days Annual Leave increasing to 29 days after 5 years employment. - Flexible working dependant of duties -Free on-site parking - On site fitness centre and canteen - Collaborative and supportive work environment. - Cycle to work scheme. - Wellness programmes - SWP Diolch Vectis & Blue light Discount Card - Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to public safety and community well-being. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Enterprise Solutions Specialist, ICT Enterprise Architect, Enterprise Systems Specialist, Enterprise Infrastructure Specialist, and Enterprise IT Consultant may also be considered.
Job Title: ICT Infrastructure Manager Location : HQ, Bridgend Salary: £51,294 - £54,879 Job Type: Full time / Permanent About Us: South Wales Police is the largest police force in Wales, serving a population of approximately 1.3 million people across an area of 2,117 square miles. We are dedicated to keeping our communities safe and secure, and we rely on cutting-edge technology to support our operations. We have recently invested heavily in our ICT department with exciting new projects and opportunities funded by significant investment. We are going through a period of significant growth and technological change, there has never been a better time to join! About the role: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated ICT Infrastructure Manager to lead a large and diverse team of highly experienced technical specialists as they develop, implement, and maintain South Wales Police's technical infrastructure. As an ICT Infrastructure Manager, you will form part of an extended ICT senior management team and play a crucial role in both designing and developing the ICT infrastructure needed for now and the future, ensuring the smooth functioning of our ICT infrastructure on a day-to-day basis. The technical infrastructure is comprised of both on-premise and cloud-based services, which host a range of systems critical to the function of our organisation as well as other emergency services and external partners. Your primary role will be to manage our team of technical specialists. This will involve scoping architectural designs and implementations, agreeing work scheduling, investigating and resolving any infrastructural issues and managing the lifecycle management of configuration items. The ICT Infrastructure Manager sits within the Technical Delivery section and reports to the ICT Technical Delivery Manager. Our Information and Communications Technology Department (ICT) has a wide and varied range of responsibilities from 1st line service desk, 2nd line technical support to 3rd line specialist technical architect/design. ICT are also responsible for IT Security management, Service Management, Business Support and Project Management that maintain and continuously improve critical services, software, platforms, and hardware required throughout the full IT lifecycle. This underpins the delivery of secure and timely 24/7 operations for approximately 10,000 users across 100 geographical locations supporting over 20,000 computers including multiple datacentres together with the underlying network, physical and virtual (including cloud services) IT infrastructure. Duties and Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day infrastructure operations including servers, network, security and cloud services. Lead infrastructure projects including upgrades, migrations and system implementations. Develop and maintain security protocols and procedures for infrastructure systems. Oversee disaster recovery and business continuity planning. Provide technical guidance to the infrastructure team and other teams within ICT. Executing the strategic vision for our infrastructure, ensuring that it is secure, reliable and efficient. To provide specialist advice and guidance on a range of complex and/or escalated technical issues. About you: Possess any of the following: A bachelor's degree in an ICT related subject An ICT related qualification Demonstratable equivalent skills or experience Proven experience of managing a team of technical specialists. Be able to demonstrate substantial experience of working with, and leading technological change at an infrastructure level. Proven experience of managing day-to-day ICT operations. Skilled in system integration as well as a sound knowledge of major ICT platforms Experience in leading infrastructure projects Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Benefits: Training and professional development opportunities Local Government Pension Scheme 24 days Annual Leave increasing to 29 days after 5 years employment. Flexible working dependant of duties Free on-site parking On site fitness centre and canteen Collaborative and supportive work environment. Cycle to work scheme. Wellness programmes SWP Diolch Vectis & Blue light Discount Card Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to public safety and community well-being. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of ; IT Infrastructure Lead, Infrastructure Operations Manager, Senior ICT Infrastructure Manager, Network and Infrastructure Manager, and Technology Infrastructure Manager may also be considered.
21/03/2025
Full time
Job Title: ICT Infrastructure Manager Location : HQ, Bridgend Salary: £51,294 - £54,879 Job Type: Full time / Permanent About Us: South Wales Police is the largest police force in Wales, serving a population of approximately 1.3 million people across an area of 2,117 square miles. We are dedicated to keeping our communities safe and secure, and we rely on cutting-edge technology to support our operations. We have recently invested heavily in our ICT department with exciting new projects and opportunities funded by significant investment. We are going through a period of significant growth and technological change, there has never been a better time to join! About the role: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated ICT Infrastructure Manager to lead a large and diverse team of highly experienced technical specialists as they develop, implement, and maintain South Wales Police's technical infrastructure. As an ICT Infrastructure Manager, you will form part of an extended ICT senior management team and play a crucial role in both designing and developing the ICT infrastructure needed for now and the future, ensuring the smooth functioning of our ICT infrastructure on a day-to-day basis. The technical infrastructure is comprised of both on-premise and cloud-based services, which host a range of systems critical to the function of our organisation as well as other emergency services and external partners. Your primary role will be to manage our team of technical specialists. This will involve scoping architectural designs and implementations, agreeing work scheduling, investigating and resolving any infrastructural issues and managing the lifecycle management of configuration items. The ICT Infrastructure Manager sits within the Technical Delivery section and reports to the ICT Technical Delivery Manager. Our Information and Communications Technology Department (ICT) has a wide and varied range of responsibilities from 1st line service desk, 2nd line technical support to 3rd line specialist technical architect/design. ICT are also responsible for IT Security management, Service Management, Business Support and Project Management that maintain and continuously improve critical services, software, platforms, and hardware required throughout the full IT lifecycle. This underpins the delivery of secure and timely 24/7 operations for approximately 10,000 users across 100 geographical locations supporting over 20,000 computers including multiple datacentres together with the underlying network, physical and virtual (including cloud services) IT infrastructure. Duties and Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day infrastructure operations including servers, network, security and cloud services. Lead infrastructure projects including upgrades, migrations and system implementations. Develop and maintain security protocols and procedures for infrastructure systems. Oversee disaster recovery and business continuity planning. Provide technical guidance to the infrastructure team and other teams within ICT. Executing the strategic vision for our infrastructure, ensuring that it is secure, reliable and efficient. To provide specialist advice and guidance on a range of complex and/or escalated technical issues. About you: Possess any of the following: A bachelor's degree in an ICT related subject An ICT related qualification Demonstratable equivalent skills or experience Proven experience of managing a team of technical specialists. Be able to demonstrate substantial experience of working with, and leading technological change at an infrastructure level. Proven experience of managing day-to-day ICT operations. Skilled in system integration as well as a sound knowledge of major ICT platforms Experience in leading infrastructure projects Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Benefits: Training and professional development opportunities Local Government Pension Scheme 24 days Annual Leave increasing to 29 days after 5 years employment. Flexible working dependant of duties Free on-site parking On site fitness centre and canteen Collaborative and supportive work environment. Cycle to work scheme. Wellness programmes SWP Diolch Vectis & Blue light Discount Card Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to public safety and community well-being. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of ; IT Infrastructure Lead, Infrastructure Operations Manager, Senior ICT Infrastructure Manager, Network and Infrastructure Manager, and Technology Infrastructure Manager may also be considered.
C#, JavaScript, Azure, Azure DevOps Principal Engineer is required by a prestigious London based asset management firm. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking financial services organisation, where technology plays a pivotal role in shaping the business. This is a hands-on position where you will be responsible for shaping development standards, guiding best practice and ensuring system integrations align with business strategy. Overseeing both data and software architecture you will collaborate closely with product owners, DevOps teams, and business units to drive innovation while mentoring developers and overseeing outsourced development teams. With a strong focus on Azure cloud technologies , you will lead the transition of existing data workloads into Microsoft Fabric and work on integrating platforms across the business. Key Responsibilities: Lead development efforts, overseeing internal and external teams. Define and maintain best practices across the development estate. Ensure effective system integration across IT functions. Collaborate with product owners to refine technical requirements. Design and develop secure, scalable, and observable systems. Work closely with DevOps to enhance CI/CD and disaster recovery strategies. Drive rapid development for business-critical projects. Manage data migration to Microsoft Fabric and ensure platform integration. Key Requirements: A background in financial services is desirable, not essential. Significant experience in an Azure cloud environment, with expertise in C#, .NET, Kubernetes, SQL Server, and cloud-based architectures. Strong programming skills in C#, JavaScript, and Python. A knowledge of Java would be useful Experience in RESTful API development, microservices, and containerized applications. Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines, GitHub/Azure DevOps, and Service-Oriented Architecture. Experience with Tableau, React, and front-end technologies. Knowledge of Microsoft Fabric is desirable. Why Join? Work in a dynamic, high-performing financial services environment. Opportunity to lead technology transformation in a growing asset management business. Hybrid working model with a balance of remote and on-site collaboration. If you re a strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a real impact, we d love to hear from you! Apply now to be part of a technology-driven asset management firm at the forefront of innovation.
20/03/2025
Full time
C#, JavaScript, Azure, Azure DevOps Principal Engineer is required by a prestigious London based asset management firm. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking financial services organisation, where technology plays a pivotal role in shaping the business. This is a hands-on position where you will be responsible for shaping development standards, guiding best practice and ensuring system integrations align with business strategy. Overseeing both data and software architecture you will collaborate closely with product owners, DevOps teams, and business units to drive innovation while mentoring developers and overseeing outsourced development teams. With a strong focus on Azure cloud technologies , you will lead the transition of existing data workloads into Microsoft Fabric and work on integrating platforms across the business. Key Responsibilities: Lead development efforts, overseeing internal and external teams. Define and maintain best practices across the development estate. Ensure effective system integration across IT functions. Collaborate with product owners to refine technical requirements. Design and develop secure, scalable, and observable systems. Work closely with DevOps to enhance CI/CD and disaster recovery strategies. Drive rapid development for business-critical projects. Manage data migration to Microsoft Fabric and ensure platform integration. Key Requirements: A background in financial services is desirable, not essential. Significant experience in an Azure cloud environment, with expertise in C#, .NET, Kubernetes, SQL Server, and cloud-based architectures. Strong programming skills in C#, JavaScript, and Python. A knowledge of Java would be useful Experience in RESTful API development, microservices, and containerized applications. Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines, GitHub/Azure DevOps, and Service-Oriented Architecture. Experience with Tableau, React, and front-end technologies. Knowledge of Microsoft Fabric is desirable. Why Join? Work in a dynamic, high-performing financial services environment. Opportunity to lead technology transformation in a growing asset management business. Hybrid working model with a balance of remote and on-site collaboration. If you re a strategic thinker who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to make a real impact, we d love to hear from you! Apply now to be part of a technology-driven asset management firm at the forefront of innovation.
Lead Infrastructure Engineer My client is a leader in their industry and a household name. Their IT Department are at the forefront of technology, and we're committed to creating innovative solutions that drive growth and success. As they expand their operations through growth, they are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Lead Infrastructure Engineer to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in the design, implementation, and maintenance of scalable, secure, and high-performing infrastructure systems. Key Responsibilities: Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of cutting-edge infrastructure solutions. Manage, optimize, and scale our cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.) and on-prem systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure infrastructure aligns with business goals and requirements. Drive best practices for automation, continuous integration, and continuous delivery (CI/CD). Oversee system monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning for optimal uptime. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior infrastructure engineers. Stay current with the latest infrastructure trends and technologies, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement. Ensure infrastructure is secure, compliant with regulations, and resilient to faults. Work closely with development teams to integrate infrastructure with applications seamlessly. Required Skills & Experience: 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, with at least 2+ years in a leadership role. Strong experience with the core MS suite and peripheral technologies Expertise in managing large-scale infrastructure deployments and troubleshooting complex issues. Familiarity with networking, security protocols, and disaster recovery practices. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining a focus on quality. You must be eligible to work in the UK and possess excellent communications/stakeholder skills couple with a logical and methodical approach to technology.
20/03/2025
Full time
Lead Infrastructure Engineer My client is a leader in their industry and a household name. Their IT Department are at the forefront of technology, and we're committed to creating innovative solutions that drive growth and success. As they expand their operations through growth, they are looking for a highly skilled and motivated Lead Infrastructure Engineer to join our team. This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in the design, implementation, and maintenance of scalable, secure, and high-performing infrastructure systems. Key Responsibilities: Lead the architecture, design, and implementation of cutting-edge infrastructure solutions. Manage, optimize, and scale our cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.) and on-prem systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure infrastructure aligns with business goals and requirements. Drive best practices for automation, continuous integration, and continuous delivery (CI/CD). Oversee system monitoring, troubleshooting, and performance tuning for optimal uptime. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior infrastructure engineers. Stay current with the latest infrastructure trends and technologies, and provide recommendations for continuous improvement. Ensure infrastructure is secure, compliant with regulations, and resilient to faults. Work closely with development teams to integrate infrastructure with applications seamlessly. Required Skills & Experience: 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, with at least 2+ years in a leadership role. Strong experience with the core MS suite and peripheral technologies Expertise in managing large-scale infrastructure deployments and troubleshooting complex issues. Familiarity with networking, security protocols, and disaster recovery practices. Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while maintaining a focus on quality. You must be eligible to work in the UK and possess excellent communications/stakeholder skills couple with a logical and methodical approach to technology.
Our consultancy client are currently looking for a couple of experienced Security/DevSecOps engineers to join their business. They operate in the FS and energy space so experience in banking or insurance or energy is a must for these roles. Working across clients you will develop and execute advanced security engineering strategies to fortify infrastructure, networks, and cloud environments. Lead security initiatives across the SDLC, integrating Static Application Security Testing (SAST), Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), Software Composition Analysis (SCA), and Container scanning using tools such as CheckmarxOne, Prisma Cloud, or equivalents. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security-by-design principles in all engineering efforts and design and implement robust endpoint protection and cloud security solutions to defend against evolving threats. You will implement and monitor cloud configurations to align with compliance standards and best practices, focusing on proactive defense mechanisms and develop a comprehensive strategy for data protection (encryption, tokenization, masking) across the data lifecycle. Oversee security tool integration in CI/CD pipelines to automate vulnerability detection and resolution and conduct vulnerability assessments, network security audits, and code reviews to ensure application and infrastructure security. Skillswise you will have strong knowledge of application security, secure coding practices, and tools like CheckmarxOne, Prisma Cloud, or similar platforms. With proficiency in SAST, DAST, SCA, and Container scanning, with hands-on experience integrating these tools into development pipelines. Extensive experience in endpoint security, cloud security, and network protection as well as being proficient in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, with a strong focus on securing cloud architectures. A solid understanding of data security principles and mechanisms, including encryption and masking and familiarity with major security standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, OWASP). Any experience with programming languages like Python, Go, or Java would be a distinct advantage.
20/03/2025
Full time
Our consultancy client are currently looking for a couple of experienced Security/DevSecOps engineers to join their business. They operate in the FS and energy space so experience in banking or insurance or energy is a must for these roles. Working across clients you will develop and execute advanced security engineering strategies to fortify infrastructure, networks, and cloud environments. Lead security initiatives across the SDLC, integrating Static Application Security Testing (SAST), Dynamic Application Security Testing (DAST), Software Composition Analysis (SCA), and Container scanning using tools such as CheckmarxOne, Prisma Cloud, or equivalents. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to embed security-by-design principles in all engineering efforts and design and implement robust endpoint protection and cloud security solutions to defend against evolving threats. You will implement and monitor cloud configurations to align with compliance standards and best practices, focusing on proactive defense mechanisms and develop a comprehensive strategy for data protection (encryption, tokenization, masking) across the data lifecycle. Oversee security tool integration in CI/CD pipelines to automate vulnerability detection and resolution and conduct vulnerability assessments, network security audits, and code reviews to ensure application and infrastructure security. Skillswise you will have strong knowledge of application security, secure coding practices, and tools like CheckmarxOne, Prisma Cloud, or similar platforms. With proficiency in SAST, DAST, SCA, and Container scanning, with hands-on experience integrating these tools into development pipelines. Extensive experience in endpoint security, cloud security, and network protection as well as being proficient in cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, with a strong focus on securing cloud architectures. A solid understanding of data security principles and mechanisms, including encryption and masking and familiarity with major security standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, OWASP). Any experience with programming languages like Python, Go, or Java would be a distinct advantage.
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Engineer to join our dynamic team in London. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge Mainframe systems, helping clients migrate and optimize their environments using our advanced software solutions. You will collaborate closely with sales, pre-sales, consulting, and technical support teams to ensure seamless integration and implementation of our Mainframe technologies. This is a hybrid role that offers flexibility while providing exposure to high-profile projects within a globally recognized organization. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with sales, technical pre-sales, consulting, and technical support teams on all aspects of SLC software for the z/OS Mainframe platform. Provide expert advice to prospective customers on migrating SAS language applications to SLC software. Support customers in installing and configuring our software, tools, and utilities to analyse their SAS language environments. Analyse and profile SAS language usage within prospective customers' z/OS environments using proprietary and standard Mainframe tools. Develop and maintain data analytics to generate reports for customer environments and support migration planning . Define and implement new IT architectures and solutions required for customers migrating to SLC software . Engage in cross-platform interactions between Mainframe and distributed systems when required. Deliver training, demonstrations, and technical support for customers on SLC software installation and configuration. Drive SLC implementation and migration projects, ensuring delivery within agreed timescales and budgets . Optimize application performance to ensure efficient execution of SAS-based applications with SLC software. Prepare and present technical project plans and architecture designs to customers and internal teams. Participate in ongoing knowledge-sharing initiatives to expand Mainframe and SAS language expertise within the organization. Provide feedback to the product development team to improve and enhance SLC software. Develop additional tools and utilities to support sales and implementation processes. Skills & Experience Required The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working in z/OS Mainframe environments and possess a strong background in system programming. Essential Skills: In-depth knowledge of IBM Mainframe software products and utilities . Expertise in z/OS systems administration and operation, including: TSO/ISPF, JCL, JES2, USS, SDSF, SMF, RMF DB2, SQL, REXX, z/OS Assembler HOSTSORT (DFSORT/SYNCSORT/CASORT) Proven experience in SAS system administration and SAS-based business application development on mainframes. Experience with MICS, SAS/ITRM, and MXG . Knowledge of z/Linux and zCX Containers is highly desirable. Additional Key Skills: Customer-facing experience, including running workshops, technical demonstrations, and status calls . Ability to define and execute project plans , ensuring visibility and accountability. Strong knowledge of computer networking and system administration across mainframes and distributed platforms. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word . Experience using the SAS language on distributed platforms (Windows, Linux). Strong ability to work independently while also thriving in a team-oriented environment . Excellent communication and problem-solving skills . Why Join Us? Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working model offering flexibility. Opportunity to work with cutting-edge Mainframe technologies . Involvement in high-impact projects with leading global enterprises . Supportive and collaborative work environment with ongoing professional development .
20/03/2025
Full time
About the Role We are seeking an experienced Mainframe Engineer to join our dynamic team in London. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge Mainframe systems, helping clients migrate and optimize their environments using our advanced software solutions. You will collaborate closely with sales, pre-sales, consulting, and technical support teams to ensure seamless integration and implementation of our Mainframe technologies. This is a hybrid role that offers flexibility while providing exposure to high-profile projects within a globally recognized organization. Key Responsibilities Collaborate with sales, technical pre-sales, consulting, and technical support teams on all aspects of SLC software for the z/OS Mainframe platform. Provide expert advice to prospective customers on migrating SAS language applications to SLC software. Support customers in installing and configuring our software, tools, and utilities to analyse their SAS language environments. Analyse and profile SAS language usage within prospective customers' z/OS environments using proprietary and standard Mainframe tools. Develop and maintain data analytics to generate reports for customer environments and support migration planning . Define and implement new IT architectures and solutions required for customers migrating to SLC software . Engage in cross-platform interactions between Mainframe and distributed systems when required. Deliver training, demonstrations, and technical support for customers on SLC software installation and configuration. Drive SLC implementation and migration projects, ensuring delivery within agreed timescales and budgets . Optimize application performance to ensure efficient execution of SAS-based applications with SLC software. Prepare and present technical project plans and architecture designs to customers and internal teams. Participate in ongoing knowledge-sharing initiatives to expand Mainframe and SAS language expertise within the organization. Provide feedback to the product development team to improve and enhance SLC software. Develop additional tools and utilities to support sales and implementation processes. Skills & Experience Required The ideal candidate will have extensive experience working in z/OS Mainframe environments and possess a strong background in system programming. Essential Skills: In-depth knowledge of IBM Mainframe software products and utilities . Expertise in z/OS systems administration and operation, including: TSO/ISPF, JCL, JES2, USS, SDSF, SMF, RMF DB2, SQL, REXX, z/OS Assembler HOSTSORT (DFSORT/SYNCSORT/CASORT) Proven experience in SAS system administration and SAS-based business application development on mainframes. Experience with MICS, SAS/ITRM, and MXG . Knowledge of z/Linux and zCX Containers is highly desirable. Additional Key Skills: Customer-facing experience, including running workshops, technical demonstrations, and status calls . Ability to define and execute project plans , ensuring visibility and accountability. Strong knowledge of computer networking and system administration across mainframes and distributed platforms. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word . Experience using the SAS language on distributed platforms (Windows, Linux). Strong ability to work independently while also thriving in a team-oriented environment . Excellent communication and problem-solving skills . Why Join Us? Competitive salary and benefits package. Hybrid working model offering flexibility. Opportunity to work with cutting-edge Mainframe technologies . Involvement in high-impact projects with leading global enterprises . Supportive and collaborative work environment with ongoing professional development .
Job Introduction Exciting Opportunity at cardfactory: Lead Our Data Governance Efforts! Join us at cardfactory to drive data excellence and innovation! We're looking for a skilled individual to spearhead our data governance initiatives. In this pivotal role, you'll craft and execute our data architecture strategy, setting up standards and best practices for data provisioning and integration. As the go-to expert, you'll collaborate with IT and business units across cardfactory to meet our data goals. To thrive in this role, you'll need extensive expertise in information management solutions, guiding projects through the development life cycle and SDLC processes. Your leadership prowess is crucial for supervising a team that includes architects, engineers, quality assurance, and operations professionals. Based at Junction 41 in Wakefield, with free parking and a flexible, hybrid way of working, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in our team. Colleagues are required to work in the office for a minimum of 1-2 days per week, with the expectation of additional attendance when needed. Role Responsibility Shape and execute the roadmap and vision for information delivery and management, including the enterprise data warehouse, big data, BI & analytics, content management, and data management Lead teams of data architects and engineers, whether insourced or outsourced, to design and deliver solutions that meet business information needs and align with the overall information strategy Balance short-term and long-term needs by integrating business strategy with technology strategy, ensuring scalable and adaptable architecture Connect all data components to deliver comprehensive solutions, leveraging all available assets with an end-to-end approach Ensure enterprise data is structured for ease of use Regularly review data repositories to ensure proper classification based on use, sensitivity, and importance Audit security measures to ensure adequate data protection Authorise formal data access Develop and adhere to data modeling standards and best practices Support solution architects in providing optimal data solutions for projects Identify opportunities for data alignment and reuse Define and support ETL, data, and business intelligence architectures Implement principles, policies, standards, and guidelines for data management Establish and support proactive process assessments and formulate preventative measures across cardfactory The Ideal Candidate Skills: Utilise knowledge of systems, data, and customer requirements to identify problems and recommend solutions Thorough understanding of various legislative acts and their impact on data Proficient in data integration tools Ability to determine long-term directions and industry trends, and their relevance to cardfactory's needs Capable of initiating change and communicating effectively Experience: Established track record of delivering information management solutions to a large number of end users Demonstrated understanding of enterprise data warehouse, big data, BI & analytics, content management, and data management Experience with two or more vendors in areas such as SQL Server, Oracle 11g, MySQL, SQL Data Warehouse Appliance, Oracle Exadata, Netezza, Greenplum, Vertica, Teradata, Aster Data, SAP HANA, Hadoop, SAS, SPSS, Spotfire, Tableau, Qlikview, R, Oracle Endeca, Oracle OBIEE, SAP Business Objects, SAS, and other analytics vendors with BI components About the Company Card Factory is the UK's leading specialist retailer of greeting cards, dressings, and gifts with over one thousand stores across the UK and Ireland. In 2020 we launched our exciting 5-year business strategy including our vision of becoming a true Omni-channel retailer. This strategy sees significant investment into our colleagues across the business creating multiple opportunities to join a fast-paced environment and be part of our exciting journey. In return, we offer a wide range of benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial well-being. Benefits 25% Card Factory colleague discount in-store and online Save As You Earn scheme Financial Wellbeing Support Financial Education Tools Salary Advance Seasonal incentive schemes Opportunity to apply for Retail Apprenticeships Access to blended learning and development content Discounted mobile phone contracts Discounts across 100's of UK retailers Employee Assistance Programme - access to tools to support mental, physical, and financial wellbeing This is an exciting role with genuine prospects for the right candidate. If this role describes you and your career aspirations, click apply now. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient suitable applications have been received. We advise applying early to avoid disappointment as applications will be reviewed regularly. No agencies, please. Sportswift Ltd T/A cardfactory
20/03/2025
Full time
Job Introduction Exciting Opportunity at cardfactory: Lead Our Data Governance Efforts! Join us at cardfactory to drive data excellence and innovation! We're looking for a skilled individual to spearhead our data governance initiatives. In this pivotal role, you'll craft and execute our data architecture strategy, setting up standards and best practices for data provisioning and integration. As the go-to expert, you'll collaborate with IT and business units across cardfactory to meet our data goals. To thrive in this role, you'll need extensive expertise in information management solutions, guiding projects through the development life cycle and SDLC processes. Your leadership prowess is crucial for supervising a team that includes architects, engineers, quality assurance, and operations professionals. Based at Junction 41 in Wakefield, with free parking and a flexible, hybrid way of working, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a real impact in our team. Colleagues are required to work in the office for a minimum of 1-2 days per week, with the expectation of additional attendance when needed. Role Responsibility Shape and execute the roadmap and vision for information delivery and management, including the enterprise data warehouse, big data, BI & analytics, content management, and data management Lead teams of data architects and engineers, whether insourced or outsourced, to design and deliver solutions that meet business information needs and align with the overall information strategy Balance short-term and long-term needs by integrating business strategy with technology strategy, ensuring scalable and adaptable architecture Connect all data components to deliver comprehensive solutions, leveraging all available assets with an end-to-end approach Ensure enterprise data is structured for ease of use Regularly review data repositories to ensure proper classification based on use, sensitivity, and importance Audit security measures to ensure adequate data protection Authorise formal data access Develop and adhere to data modeling standards and best practices Support solution architects in providing optimal data solutions for projects Identify opportunities for data alignment and reuse Define and support ETL, data, and business intelligence architectures Implement principles, policies, standards, and guidelines for data management Establish and support proactive process assessments and formulate preventative measures across cardfactory The Ideal Candidate Skills: Utilise knowledge of systems, data, and customer requirements to identify problems and recommend solutions Thorough understanding of various legislative acts and their impact on data Proficient in data integration tools Ability to determine long-term directions and industry trends, and their relevance to cardfactory's needs Capable of initiating change and communicating effectively Experience: Established track record of delivering information management solutions to a large number of end users Demonstrated understanding of enterprise data warehouse, big data, BI & analytics, content management, and data management Experience with two or more vendors in areas such as SQL Server, Oracle 11g, MySQL, SQL Data Warehouse Appliance, Oracle Exadata, Netezza, Greenplum, Vertica, Teradata, Aster Data, SAP HANA, Hadoop, SAS, SPSS, Spotfire, Tableau, Qlikview, R, Oracle Endeca, Oracle OBIEE, SAP Business Objects, SAS, and other analytics vendors with BI components About the Company Card Factory is the UK's leading specialist retailer of greeting cards, dressings, and gifts with over one thousand stores across the UK and Ireland. In 2020 we launched our exciting 5-year business strategy including our vision of becoming a true Omni-channel retailer. This strategy sees significant investment into our colleagues across the business creating multiple opportunities to join a fast-paced environment and be part of our exciting journey. In return, we offer a wide range of benefits to support your physical, mental, and financial well-being. Benefits 25% Card Factory colleague discount in-store and online Save As You Earn scheme Financial Wellbeing Support Financial Education Tools Salary Advance Seasonal incentive schemes Opportunity to apply for Retail Apprenticeships Access to blended learning and development content Discounted mobile phone contracts Discounts across 100's of UK retailers Employee Assistance Programme - access to tools to support mental, physical, and financial wellbeing This is an exciting role with genuine prospects for the right candidate. If this role describes you and your career aspirations, click apply now. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once sufficient suitable applications have been received. We advise applying early to avoid disappointment as applications will be reviewed regularly. No agencies, please. Sportswift Ltd T/A cardfactory
We are seeking a Senior DevSecOps Engineer with 6+ years of experience in designing, automating, and securing cloud infrastructures across both AWS and Azure platforms. Key Responsibilities: Cloud Infrastructure Architecture: Design and implement secure, scalable, and resilient cloud infrastructures on AWS and Azure, leveraging 6-8 years of expertise. DevSecOps Leadership: Utilize over 8 years of experience in DevSecOps, DevOps, or related security roles to lead the integration and operation of security tools and practices. Terraform Expertise: Demonstrate extensive knowledge in DevOps operations using Terraform for infrastructure as code. Security Tool Integration: Integrate and manage security tools such as WAF, AWS Inspector, and Falco, ensuring robust protection of cloud environments. Security Tools Familiarity: Be well-versed with security tools like SAST, DAST, and SIEM, and understand the CVSS scoring system for vulnerabilities. Compliance Automation: Automate compliance monitoring and remediation using AWS Config, AWS CloudTrail, and CloudWatch to maintain alignment with SOC2 and FedRAMP standards. IAM Strategy Development: Design and maintain comprehensive IAM strategies for AWS and Azure, incorporating RBAC, fine-grained permissions, and automated key rotation. Security-First Cloud Architecture: Implement security-first cloud architectures, integrating advanced threat intelligence and vulnerability management solutions to meet compliance requirements. Centralized Logging and Monitoring: Deploy and manage centralized logging and monitoring solutions using Prometheus, Grafana, and AWS CloudWatch to provide actionable insights and reduce incident resolution times. CI/CD Pipeline Optimisation: Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines using tools such as CircleCI, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, and AWS CodePipeline. Cloud Platforms Proficiency: Bring 5 years of experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Containerization and Orchestration: Utilize 5 years of experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes. If this sounds of interest, please send your CV. Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
20/03/2025
Contractor
We are seeking a Senior DevSecOps Engineer with 6+ years of experience in designing, automating, and securing cloud infrastructures across both AWS and Azure platforms. Key Responsibilities: Cloud Infrastructure Architecture: Design and implement secure, scalable, and resilient cloud infrastructures on AWS and Azure, leveraging 6-8 years of expertise. DevSecOps Leadership: Utilize over 8 years of experience in DevSecOps, DevOps, or related security roles to lead the integration and operation of security tools and practices. Terraform Expertise: Demonstrate extensive knowledge in DevOps operations using Terraform for infrastructure as code. Security Tool Integration: Integrate and manage security tools such as WAF, AWS Inspector, and Falco, ensuring robust protection of cloud environments. Security Tools Familiarity: Be well-versed with security tools like SAST, DAST, and SIEM, and understand the CVSS scoring system for vulnerabilities. Compliance Automation: Automate compliance monitoring and remediation using AWS Config, AWS CloudTrail, and CloudWatch to maintain alignment with SOC2 and FedRAMP standards. IAM Strategy Development: Design and maintain comprehensive IAM strategies for AWS and Azure, incorporating RBAC, fine-grained permissions, and automated key rotation. Security-First Cloud Architecture: Implement security-first cloud architectures, integrating advanced threat intelligence and vulnerability management solutions to meet compliance requirements. Centralized Logging and Monitoring: Deploy and manage centralized logging and monitoring solutions using Prometheus, Grafana, and AWS CloudWatch to provide actionable insights and reduce incident resolution times. CI/CD Pipeline Optimisation: Implement and optimize CI/CD pipelines using tools such as CircleCI, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, and AWS CodePipeline. Cloud Platforms Proficiency: Bring 5 years of experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud. Containerization and Orchestration: Utilize 5 years of experience with containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes. If this sounds of interest, please send your CV. Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Junior .NET DEVELOPER - SOUTHAMPTON C#, .NET, SQL, SOAP/REST APIs, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Azure Greenfield project combining the work of multiple legacy systems Southampton, Office based working (Must be based locally) Up to 50,000 per annum + benefits Although they might not be Pearson Hardman in the heart of New York City this law firm is doing some incredible work across the UK. They're specialists in injury law bringing justice and compensation to those who've faced life-altering circumstances. They've grown, merged and acquired other firms meaning their systems have become fragmented and now they're on a mission to fix this with 1 new slick platform that will streamline their operations and directly contribute to better outcomes for those who need their help most. You can be a part of this mission. Key Skills: Strong experience with C#.NET development for software applications Experience with SQL databases and ideally merging or data migration of several databases Experience with Azure cloud and Microsoft cloud suite Strong understanding of SOAP/RESTful APIs Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate well with technical and non-technical staff Ability to speak to key stakeholders, understand needs and translate this to business/software requirements Beneficial skills: Experience working as a business analyst or analyst developer Prior experience in a data migration from SQL to Azure cloud Prior experience merging and migrating multiple systems into 1 greenfield system Experience building a cloud based legal software application Software architecture or design experience If you are interested in this opportunity and want to hear more, please contact (url removed) or call (phone number removed) Please note this role is UK based and office working, all candidates must be based within a commutable distance of the Southampton office and those looking to relocate for the role or remote working will not be considered. All candidates must have full rights to work in the UK without sponsorship. No visa sponsorship can be offered and those on temporary visas such as PSW visa or spousal visa cannot be Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
20/03/2025
Full time
Junior .NET DEVELOPER - SOUTHAMPTON C#, .NET, SQL, SOAP/REST APIs, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Azure Greenfield project combining the work of multiple legacy systems Southampton, Office based working (Must be based locally) Up to 50,000 per annum + benefits Although they might not be Pearson Hardman in the heart of New York City this law firm is doing some incredible work across the UK. They're specialists in injury law bringing justice and compensation to those who've faced life-altering circumstances. They've grown, merged and acquired other firms meaning their systems have become fragmented and now they're on a mission to fix this with 1 new slick platform that will streamline their operations and directly contribute to better outcomes for those who need their help most. You can be a part of this mission. Key Skills: Strong experience with C#.NET development for software applications Experience with SQL databases and ideally merging or data migration of several databases Experience with Azure cloud and Microsoft cloud suite Strong understanding of SOAP/RESTful APIs Excellent communication skills and ability to communicate well with technical and non-technical staff Ability to speak to key stakeholders, understand needs and translate this to business/software requirements Beneficial skills: Experience working as a business analyst or analyst developer Prior experience in a data migration from SQL to Azure cloud Prior experience merging and migrating multiple systems into 1 greenfield system Experience building a cloud based legal software application Software architecture or design experience If you are interested in this opportunity and want to hear more, please contact (url removed) or call (phone number removed) Please note this role is UK based and office working, all candidates must be based within a commutable distance of the Southampton office and those looking to relocate for the role or remote working will not be considered. All candidates must have full rights to work in the UK without sponsorship. No visa sponsorship can be offered and those on temporary visas such as PSW visa or spousal visa cannot be Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Cloud & Network Infrastructure Engineer Salary: Up to 70,000 DOE Job Type: Full-Time Join a Fast-Paced, Mission-Critical Environment Are you a highly skilled Cloud and Network Infrastructure Engineer with expertise in DMVPN, AWS-hosted CSR routers, and Linux troubleshooting? Do you thrive in a high-uptime, reactive environment where your expertise in network optimisation, automation, and troubleshooting directly impacts mission-critical operations? If so, this is your opportunity to take ownership of cutting-edge network and cloud infrastructure. About the Role In this hands-on role, you will play a key part in maintaining and optimising a DMVPN network, managing AWS-based CSR 8000v routers, and delivering advanced Linux troubleshooting and automation. You will be the go-to technical expert, advising leadership on best practices, network improvements, and automation strategies while working closely with the Comms team to support a large-scale infrastructure spanning over 2,700+ sites. Why Join Them? Make a Real Impact - Your expertise will directly influence uptime, security, and performance in a mission-critical environment. Technical Autonomy - As an individual contributor, you will have the opportunity to drive improvements and shape best practices. Cutting-Edge Technology - Work with advanced Cisco networking, AWS cloud infrastructure, and DevOps automation tools. Collaborative Environment - Partner with key teams to optimise infrastructure and improve operational efficiency. Your Role & Responsibilities DMVPN & AWS Network Management (40%) Maintain and optimise a DMVPN network terminating into dual CSR 8000v routers. Ensure high availability, performance, and redundancy across AWS-hosted network environments. Troubleshoot complex network issues in a fast-paced, uptime-sensitive setting. Work closely with the Comms team to support router and PC provisioning across 2,700+ sites. Keep detailed documentation of network topology, configurations, and architecture. Infrastructure Optimisation & Root Cause Analysis (20%) Identify and resolve network and system bottlenecks. Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) to eliminate recurring network and system faults. Develop strategies for business continuity, failover testing, and disaster recovery. Advanced Linux Support & Monitoring (20%) Provide advanced Linux troubleshooting for distributed hosts. Automate recurring Linux administration tasks to improve efficiency. Manage monitoring tools (Zabbix, New Relic, CloudWatch) to enhance system performance and reliability. Develop automated alerting and logging to improve response times and reduce downtime. DevOps & Automation (20%) Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or Ansible. Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management. Improve monitoring and proactive issue detection using CloudWatch, Prometheus, or similar tools. Develop Python/Bash scripts to streamline network operations and system maintenance. What They're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience: Strong expertise in Cisco networking (routing, switching, VPNs, security, DMVPN). Hands-on experience with AWS Cloud Networking: VPC, VPN, GRE, BGP, and IPsec tunnels Network ACLs, Security Groups, and Route Tables Proven experience in Linux administration, troubleshooting, and automation. Strong knowledge of network and system monitoring tools (Zabbix, New Relic, CloudWatch, NetFlow, Wireshark). Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues in high-uptime, reactive environments. Preferred Qualifications: CCNP certification (or equivalent experience with Cisco networking). Experience managing AWS-hosted network environments, particularly with CSR8000v virtual routers. Proficiency in Python/Bash scripting for network automation. Familiarity with Terraform, Ansible, or other Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools. Soft Skills: Self-motivated with the ability to take ownership of network and infrastructure management. Strong communication skills, working effectively with leadership and technical teams. Ability to balance proactive improvements with reactive problem-solving to maintain uptime and service reliability. Ready to Take on the Challenge? If you're a highly skilled Cloud & Network Infrastructure Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career. What's On Offer: 60,000 - 70,000 pa, based on experience 25 days holiday Birthday off as an added days leave Company pension scheme Health Shield (Claim money back for Dental, Glasses, Doctors, etc) Ongoing training and certification opportunities Genunine progression opportunities You can be a: Cloud & Network Engineer Cisco Networking AWS CSR 8000v DMVPN Linux Administration Network Optimisation High-Availability Systems Automation & DevOps Infrastructure as Code Python & Bash Scripting Network Security Root Cause Analysis Mission-Critical Environments INDAV
19/03/2025
Full time
Cloud & Network Infrastructure Engineer Salary: Up to 70,000 DOE Job Type: Full-Time Join a Fast-Paced, Mission-Critical Environment Are you a highly skilled Cloud and Network Infrastructure Engineer with expertise in DMVPN, AWS-hosted CSR routers, and Linux troubleshooting? Do you thrive in a high-uptime, reactive environment where your expertise in network optimisation, automation, and troubleshooting directly impacts mission-critical operations? If so, this is your opportunity to take ownership of cutting-edge network and cloud infrastructure. About the Role In this hands-on role, you will play a key part in maintaining and optimising a DMVPN network, managing AWS-based CSR 8000v routers, and delivering advanced Linux troubleshooting and automation. You will be the go-to technical expert, advising leadership on best practices, network improvements, and automation strategies while working closely with the Comms team to support a large-scale infrastructure spanning over 2,700+ sites. Why Join Them? Make a Real Impact - Your expertise will directly influence uptime, security, and performance in a mission-critical environment. Technical Autonomy - As an individual contributor, you will have the opportunity to drive improvements and shape best practices. Cutting-Edge Technology - Work with advanced Cisco networking, AWS cloud infrastructure, and DevOps automation tools. Collaborative Environment - Partner with key teams to optimise infrastructure and improve operational efficiency. Your Role & Responsibilities DMVPN & AWS Network Management (40%) Maintain and optimise a DMVPN network terminating into dual CSR 8000v routers. Ensure high availability, performance, and redundancy across AWS-hosted network environments. Troubleshoot complex network issues in a fast-paced, uptime-sensitive setting. Work closely with the Comms team to support router and PC provisioning across 2,700+ sites. Keep detailed documentation of network topology, configurations, and architecture. Infrastructure Optimisation & Root Cause Analysis (20%) Identify and resolve network and system bottlenecks. Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) to eliminate recurring network and system faults. Develop strategies for business continuity, failover testing, and disaster recovery. Advanced Linux Support & Monitoring (20%) Provide advanced Linux troubleshooting for distributed hosts. Automate recurring Linux administration tasks to improve efficiency. Manage monitoring tools (Zabbix, New Relic, CloudWatch) to enhance system performance and reliability. Develop automated alerting and logging to improve response times and reduce downtime. DevOps & Automation (20%) Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform or Ansible. Automate infrastructure provisioning and configuration management. Improve monitoring and proactive issue detection using CloudWatch, Prometheus, or similar tools. Develop Python/Bash scripts to streamline network operations and system maintenance. What They're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience: Strong expertise in Cisco networking (routing, switching, VPNs, security, DMVPN). Hands-on experience with AWS Cloud Networking: VPC, VPN, GRE, BGP, and IPsec tunnels Network ACLs, Security Groups, and Route Tables Proven experience in Linux administration, troubleshooting, and automation. Strong knowledge of network and system monitoring tools (Zabbix, New Relic, CloudWatch, NetFlow, Wireshark). Ability to troubleshoot complex network issues in high-uptime, reactive environments. Preferred Qualifications: CCNP certification (or equivalent experience with Cisco networking). Experience managing AWS-hosted network environments, particularly with CSR8000v virtual routers. Proficiency in Python/Bash scripting for network automation. Familiarity with Terraform, Ansible, or other Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools. Soft Skills: Self-motivated with the ability to take ownership of network and infrastructure management. Strong communication skills, working effectively with leadership and technical teams. Ability to balance proactive improvements with reactive problem-solving to maintain uptime and service reliability. Ready to Take on the Challenge? If you're a highly skilled Cloud & Network Infrastructure Engineer looking for an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced, mission-critical environment, we want to hear from you! Apply today and take the next step in your career. What's On Offer: 60,000 - 70,000 pa, based on experience 25 days holiday Birthday off as an added days leave Company pension scheme Health Shield (Claim money back for Dental, Glasses, Doctors, etc) Ongoing training and certification opportunities Genunine progression opportunities You can be a: Cloud & Network Engineer Cisco Networking AWS CSR 8000v DMVPN Linux Administration Network Optimisation High-Availability Systems Automation & DevOps Infrastructure as Code Python & Bash Scripting Network Security Root Cause Analysis Mission-Critical Environments INDAV
