Position Summary
We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.
As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.
Job Responsibilities
Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams
Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments
Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs
Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements
Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows
Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments
Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate
Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments
Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives
Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement
Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners
Vendor & Contract Management:
Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships
Define and monitor service level agreements
Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies
Review and approve contractor work
Manage vendor performance and escalations
Security & Compliance:
Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits
Develop and maintain security compliance documentation
Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities
Implement security recommendations and remediation plans
Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards
Participate in security incident response planning
Business Continuity:
Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure
Coordinate and execute DR testing
Maintain DR documentation and procedures
Develop and maintain business continuity plans
Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met
Financial Planning & Technical Debt:
Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure
Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations
Identify and track technical debt
Create remediation plans for technical debt
Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments
Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning
Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements
Key Competencies:
Technical:
Infrastructure architecture and design
Performance optimization
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Security best practices
Technical documentation
Business & Management:
Contract negotiation and management
Budget planning and control
Risk management
Audit response and compliance
Strategic planning
Vendor management
Cost-benefit analysis
Interpersonal:
Strong communication skills
Stakeholder management
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution
Customer service orientation
Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains
Leadership:
Technical leadership
Project management
Mentoring and knowledge transfer
Change management
Strategic thinking
Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by:
Infrastructure stability and performance improvements
Stakeholder satisfaction levels
Project delivery effectiveness
Technical problem resolution metrics
Team collaboration effectiveness
Innovation and process improvements
Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.
This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles
Experience with high-performance computing environments
Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments
Strong understanding of storage systems and networking
Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools
Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows
Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts
Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements
Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing
Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting
Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation
Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering
Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
Experience with WEKA storage systems
Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements
Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows
Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with infrastructure automation tools
Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks
Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
ITIL certification
Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar)
Experience with GxP compliance
Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations
Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments
18/11/2025
Full time
Position Summary
We're seeking an Associate Director, IT Infrastructure to lead and transform our scientific computing environment in support of our cutting-edge gene therapy research. This senior leadership position will drive the strategy and execution of research computing initiatives, working in close partnership with our Bioinformatics, AI/ML, and Global IT Infrastructure teams. The role focuses specifically on advancing our scientific computing capabilities through operational excellence, while ensuring our research teams can maximize the value of our high-performance computing investments.
As a key member of the technology leadership team, this position will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and strategic evolution of our research computing environment. The successful candidate will combine deep technical expertise in scientific computing with strong business acumen to deliver innovative solutions that accelerate our research mission. While Global IT Infrastructure maintains our enterprise technology foundation, this role focuses exclusively on the specialized computing needs of our scientific teams, including high-performance computing, GPU-accelerated workflows, and research data management.
Job Responsibilities
Serve as the primary local IT Infrastructure contact for Edinburgh's Bioinformatics and AI/ML teams
Manage and optimize scientific computing infrastructure, including GPU clusters, high-performance storage systems, and virtualized environments
Collaborate with global IT teams to ensure infrastructure alignment with scientific computing needs
Lead technical planning and implementation of infrastructure improvements
Provide technical guidance on architecture decisions affecting scientific workflows
Manage and optimize WEKA storage systems and VSphere virtual environments
Support Linux-based scientific computing environments, leveraging managed services as appropriate
Implement and maintain monitoring solutions for complex computing environments
Participate in capacity planning and performance optimization initiatives
Drive infrastructure automation and continuous improvement
Manage relationships with vendors and technical partners
Vendor & Contract Management:
Manage third-party Linux support contract and contractor relationships
Define and monitor service level agreements
Ensure contractor compliance with company security policies
Review and approve contractor work
Manage vendor performance and escalations
Security & Compliance:
Act as primary point of contact for parent company security audits
Develop and maintain security compliance documentation
Coordinate and respond to penetration testing activities
Implement security recommendations and remediation plans
Ensure infrastructure meets corporate security standards
Participate in security incident response planning
Business Continuity:
Lead disaster recovery planning for scientific computing infrastructure
Coordinate and execute DR testing
Maintain DR documentation and procedures
Develop and maintain business continuity plans
Ensure RPO/RTO objectives are met
Financial Planning & Technical Debt:
Develop long-term capital planning for infrastructure
Manage infrastructure budget and forecasting for AskBio European locations
Identify and track technical debt
Create remediation plans for technical debt
Provide cost-benefit analysis for infrastructure investments
Manage infrastructure lifecycle planning
Develop business cases for infrastructure improvements
Key Competencies:
Technical:
Infrastructure architecture and design
Performance optimization
Problem-solving and troubleshooting
Security best practices
Technical documentation
Business & Management:
Contract negotiation and management
Budget planning and control
Risk management
Audit response and compliance
Strategic planning
Vendor management
Cost-benefit analysis
Interpersonal:
Strong communication skills
Stakeholder management
Team collaboration
Conflict resolution
Customer service orientation
Ability to bridge technical and scientific domains
Leadership:
Technical leadership
Project management
Mentoring and knowledge transfer
Change management
Strategic thinking
Impact Metrics: Success in this role will be measured by:
Infrastructure stability and performance improvements
Stakeholder satisfaction levels
Project delivery effectiveness
Technical problem resolution metrics
Team collaboration effectiveness
Innovation and process improvements
Note: This position requires occasional travel to other company locations and may require some out-of-hours support during critical maintenance windows or emergencies.
This role represents a critical position in our organization, bridging technical expertise with scientific computing needs while fostering strong working relationships between global teams.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in infrastructure engineering roles
Experience with high-performance computing environments
Proven experience supporting GPU-accelerated computing environments
Strong understanding of storage systems and networking
Experience with infrastructure monitoring and optimization tools
Demonstrated ability to work with scientific computing workflows
Experience managing vendor relationships and contracts
Knowledge of IT security and compliance requirements
Experience with disaster recovery planning and testing
Understanding of IT financial planning and budgeting
Experience with audit responses and compliance documentation
Strong experience with Linux administration and engineering
Extensive knowledge of virtualization technologies, particularly VSphere
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills
Experience with WEKA storage systems
Knowledge of AI/ML infrastructure requirements
Experience supporting bioinformatics workflows
Familiarity with container technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Experience with infrastructure automation tools
Understanding of scientific computing software and frameworks
Previous experience in biotech or pharmaceutical industries
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure)
ITIL certification
Security certifications (CISSP, CISM, or similar)
Experience with GxP compliance
Experience with pharmaceutical industry regulations
Previous experience managing technical debt in regulated environments
Acorn Insurance and Financial Services Limited
Liverpool
Due to a period of exciting growth Acorn are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security Team. Within this role you get the opportunity to join a collaborative team and have a chance to blend GRC responsibilities with technical security experience, all whilst working for a market leading insurance company, supporting and maintaining robust security controls and regulatory compliance.
Job Title: Senior Information Security Analyst (12 month FTC)
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week , 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 pa (DOE).
What you will be doing:
Work with all parties across the business to identify and assess risk and ensure mitigations are tracked to completion.
Lead the development and maintenance of information security policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory frameworks and industry standards.
Lead third party risk management processes.
Collaborate across all areas of the business to align security policies and processes with business objectives and regulatory obligations.
Work with Security Operations and IT teams to provide oversight of vulnerability assessments and remediation activities.
Lead on security architecture reviews for new systems and services.
Evaluate technical security controls and recommending improvements.
Support the implementation of security tools and technologies.
Provide oversight of the security incident management process.
Provide security metrics for interested parties at all levels.
Lead the security awareness programme to promote a culture of security within all levels of the Group.
Provide support for internal and external security audits.
Lead security governance meetings representing the Information Security team and standing in for the Head of Information Security when required.
Provide subject matter expertise liaising across all business functions.
What we look for:
Minimum 5 years' experience in information security roles.
Strong leadership and mentorship abilities with a strategic mindset.
Experience with risk assessment methodologies.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to manage risk and compliance projects and drive security initiatives.
Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.
Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
25/04/2025
Full time
Due to a period of exciting growth Acorn are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Information Security Analyst to join our Information Security Team. Within this role you get the opportunity to join a collaborative team and have a chance to blend GRC responsibilities with technical security experience, all whilst working for a market leading insurance company, supporting and maintaining robust security controls and regulatory compliance.
Job Title: Senior Information Security Analyst (12 month FTC)
Location: Liverpool City Centre, Hybrid working available
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week , 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 pa (DOE).
What you will be doing:
Work with all parties across the business to identify and assess risk and ensure mitigations are tracked to completion.
Lead the development and maintenance of information security policies, standards and procedures in line with regulatory frameworks and industry standards.
Lead third party risk management processes.
Collaborate across all areas of the business to align security policies and processes with business objectives and regulatory obligations.
Work with Security Operations and IT teams to provide oversight of vulnerability assessments and remediation activities.
Lead on security architecture reviews for new systems and services.
Evaluate technical security controls and recommending improvements.
Support the implementation of security tools and technologies.
Provide oversight of the security incident management process.
Provide security metrics for interested parties at all levels.
Lead the security awareness programme to promote a culture of security within all levels of the Group.
Provide support for internal and external security audits.
Lead security governance meetings representing the Information Security team and standing in for the Head of Information Security when required.
Provide subject matter expertise liaising across all business functions.
What we look for:
Minimum 5 years' experience in information security roles.
Strong leadership and mentorship abilities with a strategic mindset.
Experience with risk assessment methodologies.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Ability to manage risk and compliance projects and drive security initiatives.
Knowledge of information security frameworks such as ISO 27001 or NIST.
Knowledge of vulnerability management processes.
About Acorn Insurance With over 40 years of experience, Acorn Insurance is a specialist provider dedicated to helping individuals secure motor insurance across the UK. We proudly serve more than 50,000 customers, ensuring they find policies that meet their needs and provide the peace of mind that comes with high-quality cover.
At Acorn Insurance, we offer comprehensive training and continuous in-house coaching. You'll receive in-depth, FCA-regulated industry knowledge and all the tools necessary to grow your career with us.
We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering a culture where everyone feels respected and valued. As a Disability Confident Level 1 and Level 2 employer, we ensure our workplace is accessible and inclusive, encouraging our people to bring their best selves to work every day.
The Acorn Group has been recognised as a Great Place to Work for 2024/5. A record number of employees participated in our survey, overwhelmingly highlighting our welcoming and supportive atmosphere as an excellent place to build a career. We are committed to continuous improvement and have ambitious plans for 2025.
Why Acorn Insurance? Acorn Insurance want to give you more than a job, we want to give you a purpose and a career. So, what can we offer you as an employer? Some of the "your tomorrow" benefits you will receive include: Wellbeing:
Enhanced Annual Leave entitlement starting at 31 days and potentially increasing to 35 days per year depending on grade & length of service (including bank holidays)
Enhanced paternity pay and 16 weeks full maternity pay.
Colleague Assistance programme offers a suite of wellbeing services such as:
6 Free Counselling sessions per year
Unlimited access to a telephone councillor 24/7
Access to a free 4-week programme of cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) with a trained therapist mentor.
Network of internal qualified mental health first aiders are available to provide support to colleagues.
Financial:
A core level of life assurance with the option to increase cover via salary sacrifice and add your spouse/partner
Ability to access your earnings before payday via Dayforce Wallet.
Company pension scheme
Refer a friend scheme with a £250 bonus for every colleague recommended on passing their probation period.
Access to a flexible benefits platform including an annual flex pot allowance to spend on over 15 benefits of your choice.
Ability to give back. You can opt into donating money to charity to climate positive organisations directly from your salary.
Reward, Recognition and Culture :
Long Service Award paid on 5,10- and 15-years’ service
A reward and recognition hub to celebrate and reward colleagues and peers.
Consistent and engaging company events including company awards, competitions and charity fundraisers.
Budgets for department leaders to use for social and engagement events. Please visit out website to view more of our excellent work benefits!
All roles are subject to DBS and Financial checks, any offer made will be conditional until checks are completed to a satisfactory standard. Unfortunately, due to the length of training and complexity of the role, we can only accept applications from candidates who have at least one year remaining on their (Graduate/ Post study work) visa. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide visa sponsorships. At Acorn, we are committed to creating an inclusive and supportive work environment. We recognise that candidates may have specific needs and are happy to consider reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process and working environment to accommodate individual requirements. Whether it’s modifying equipment, adjusting working hours, or providing additional support, we aim to ensure all employees can perform at their best. If you require any reasonable adjustments, please let us know during the application or interview process, and we will work with you to ensure your needs are met.
Senior Security & Technology Consultants Location: Warton, UK (On-Site - 5 Days per Week) Clearance Required: Valid MOD DV (Mandatory) Engagement Type: Contract (Inside IR35) Day Rate: £500 - £900 per day (dependent on role and experience) Overview We are seeking experienced Security & Technology Professionals to support critical programmes in a secure defence environment. These roles span architecture, assurance, operations, and technical delivery disciplines and require individuals who can operate effectively within highly regulated, mission-critical settings. All positions are based full-time on-site in Warton (5 days per week) and require candidates to hold a current and valid MOD DV clearance at the time of application. Scope of Opportunities We are hiring across multiple security and technology disciplines, including: Security Architects Security Assurers Information Security Consultants SOC Analysts OT Architects Cross Domain SMEs IT Administrators Service Managers Product Security Managers Penetration Testing Specialists Technical Project/Programme Managers Key Responsibilities (Role Dependent) Security Architecture & Design Define and review secure architectures across enterprise IT and OT environments. Act as technical authority for secure system design and implementation. Lead threat modelling, risk assessments, and security design reviews. Ensure compliance with defence security standards and secure-by-design principles. Security Assurance & Governance Deliver independent security assurance across programmes. Support accreditation activities and compliance reviews. Develop and maintain security documentation, standards, and risk registers. Security Operations & SOC Monitor, analyse, and respond to security events and incidents. Strengthen detection, response, and resilience capabilities. Support vulnerability management and remediation activities. OT & Cross Domain Security Provide expertise in Operational Technology environments. Design and assure secure cross-domain solutions and data transfer mechanisms. Evaluate network segregation and high-assurance controls. Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Management Conduct or oversee penetration testing engagements. Assess vulnerabilities and validate remediation strategies. Support red/blue team activities where required. Service & Product Security Embed security into live service management processes. Act as Product Security lead across development life cycles. Integrate DevSecOps controls and secure SDLC practices. Technical Delivery & Programme Support Manage security-focused technical workstreams. Provide governance reporting to senior stakeholders. Translate technical risks into business impact and mitigation plans. Essential Requirements Valid and transferable MOD DV clearance (mandatory). Availability to work on-site in Warton, 5 days per week. Strong background in one or more of the listed security disciplines. Experience working in secure, defence, or highly regulated environments. Relevant certifications (eg, CISSP, CISM, TOGAF, Crest, cloud certifications).
04/03/2026
Contractor
Senior Security & Technology Consultants Location: Warton, UK (On-Site - 5 Days per Week) Clearance Required: Valid MOD DV (Mandatory) Engagement Type: Contract (Inside IR35) Day Rate: £500 - £900 per day (dependent on role and experience) Overview We are seeking experienced Security & Technology Professionals to support critical programmes in a secure defence environment. These roles span architecture, assurance, operations, and technical delivery disciplines and require individuals who can operate effectively within highly regulated, mission-critical settings. All positions are based full-time on-site in Warton (5 days per week) and require candidates to hold a current and valid MOD DV clearance at the time of application. Scope of Opportunities We are hiring across multiple security and technology disciplines, including: Security Architects Security Assurers Information Security Consultants SOC Analysts OT Architects Cross Domain SMEs IT Administrators Service Managers Product Security Managers Penetration Testing Specialists Technical Project/Programme Managers Key Responsibilities (Role Dependent) Security Architecture & Design Define and review secure architectures across enterprise IT and OT environments. Act as technical authority for secure system design and implementation. Lead threat modelling, risk assessments, and security design reviews. Ensure compliance with defence security standards and secure-by-design principles. Security Assurance & Governance Deliver independent security assurance across programmes. Support accreditation activities and compliance reviews. Develop and maintain security documentation, standards, and risk registers. Security Operations & SOC Monitor, analyse, and respond to security events and incidents. Strengthen detection, response, and resilience capabilities. Support vulnerability management and remediation activities. OT & Cross Domain Security Provide expertise in Operational Technology environments. Design and assure secure cross-domain solutions and data transfer mechanisms. Evaluate network segregation and high-assurance controls. Penetration Testing & Vulnerability Management Conduct or oversee penetration testing engagements. Assess vulnerabilities and validate remediation strategies. Support red/blue team activities where required. Service & Product Security Embed security into live service management processes. Act as Product Security lead across development life cycles. Integrate DevSecOps controls and secure SDLC practices. Technical Delivery & Programme Support Manage security-focused technical workstreams. Provide governance reporting to senior stakeholders. Translate technical risks into business impact and mitigation plans. Essential Requirements Valid and transferable MOD DV clearance (mandatory). Availability to work on-site in Warton, 5 days per week. Strong background in one or more of the listed security disciplines. Experience working in secure, defence, or highly regulated environments. Relevant certifications (eg, CISSP, CISM, TOGAF, Crest, cloud certifications).
A leading UK financial services organisation is looking for a Cloud Platform DevOps Engineer specialising in Google Cloud Platform networking to join a highly skilled engineering team working on a large-scale cloud transformation programme . You'll play a key role in building and maintaining secure, automated cloud networking infrastructure that enables development teams to deliver modern, scalable applications. Key Responsibilities Design and manage enterprise-scale GCP networking infrastructure Build and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform Support secure, reliable networking across cloud and hybrid environments Troubleshoot complex networking issues and improve platform reliability Collaborate with engineers and architects to deliver scalable solutions Key Skills Strong hands-on experience with GCP networking (VPC, Load Balancers, DNS, Firewalls, Cloud Interconnect, VPC Peering) Terraform / Infrastructure as Code DevOps tooling such as Git, GitHub or Terraform Cloud Experience working in enterprise cloud environments Desirable Hybrid cloud networking experience Python or Bash automation Monitoring tools such as Google Cloud Monitoring or Dynatrace GCP certifications For this role, you'll receive a very competitive benefits package including non-contributory pension, discretionery bonus and a comprehensive holiday package. The role requires 2 days onsite a week and can be based from Edinburgh, Leeds, Manchester, Bristol or Halifax. This is an excellent opportunity to join a major cloud engineering programme and help shape the next generation of cloud infrastructure.
04/03/2026
Full time
A leading UK financial services organisation is looking for a Cloud Platform DevOps Engineer specialising in Google Cloud Platform networking to join a highly skilled engineering team working on a large-scale cloud transformation programme . You'll play a key role in building and maintaining secure, automated cloud networking infrastructure that enables development teams to deliver modern, scalable applications. Key Responsibilities Design and manage enterprise-scale GCP networking infrastructure Build and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform Support secure, reliable networking across cloud and hybrid environments Troubleshoot complex networking issues and improve platform reliability Collaborate with engineers and architects to deliver scalable solutions Key Skills Strong hands-on experience with GCP networking (VPC, Load Balancers, DNS, Firewalls, Cloud Interconnect, VPC Peering) Terraform / Infrastructure as Code DevOps tooling such as Git, GitHub or Terraform Cloud Experience working in enterprise cloud environments Desirable Hybrid cloud networking experience Python or Bash automation Monitoring tools such as Google Cloud Monitoring or Dynatrace GCP certifications For this role, you'll receive a very competitive benefits package including non-contributory pension, discretionery bonus and a comprehensive holiday package. The role requires 2 days onsite a week and can be based from Edinburgh, Leeds, Manchester, Bristol or Halifax. This is an excellent opportunity to join a major cloud engineering programme and help shape the next generation of cloud infrastructure.
Network Architect (Consultancy) - Permanent £90,000-£120,000 | UK (London/Hybrid) We're working with a well-established network consultancy that partners with enterprise and public-sector organisations to design and deliver secure, resilient, and scalable network architectures. They are looking for a senior Network Architect to act as design authority across complex customer environments, shaping standards, producing high-quality designs, and supporting delivery teams through implementation and handover. Key experience CCIE and/or CCDE certification (essential) Strong enterprise networking background (WAN, LAN, campus) Deep Cisco experience (Enterprise, SDA, ISE, security platforms) Proven experience working in consultancy, systems integrator, or professional services environments Comfortable owning designs end-to-end and presenting to senior stakeholders Strong documentation and communication skills Key responsibilities Act as design authority for enterprise network and security engagements Produce HLDs, LLDs, and architectural standards Design WAN, LAN, campus, and data centre network architectures Lead network modernisation initiatives (greenfield and brownfield) Provide technical governance and design assurance during delivery Engage directly with customers to translate business and risk requirements into technical designs Support and mentor senior engineers and delivery teams
04/03/2026
Full time
Network Architect (Consultancy) - Permanent £90,000-£120,000 | UK (London/Hybrid) We're working with a well-established network consultancy that partners with enterprise and public-sector organisations to design and deliver secure, resilient, and scalable network architectures. They are looking for a senior Network Architect to act as design authority across complex customer environments, shaping standards, producing high-quality designs, and supporting delivery teams through implementation and handover. Key experience CCIE and/or CCDE certification (essential) Strong enterprise networking background (WAN, LAN, campus) Deep Cisco experience (Enterprise, SDA, ISE, security platforms) Proven experience working in consultancy, systems integrator, or professional services environments Comfortable owning designs end-to-end and presenting to senior stakeholders Strong documentation and communication skills Key responsibilities Act as design authority for enterprise network and security engagements Produce HLDs, LLDs, and architectural standards Design WAN, LAN, campus, and data centre network architectures Lead network modernisation initiatives (greenfield and brownfield) Provide technical governance and design assurance during delivery Engage directly with customers to translate business and risk requirements into technical designs Support and mentor senior engineers and delivery teams
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Lead Software Development Engineer - Services About this role Capital One's mission is to change banking for good by bringing humanity, ingenuity and simplicity to banking. Sitting at the core of such values is our Software Engineering department whose primary role is to be an enabler of our ambitions. Capital One is looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer to join a backend team, based in our London office on a hybrid basis. Our Engineers are people who lead by example, build strong and valuable relationships and have the confidence to influence at all levels. We are proud of who we are and what we do and want you to join us at this particularly exciting time at Capital One. What you'll do You will lead a team or cross-functional squad in the delivery of complex and ambiguous projects that support a broader business outcome You will take end-to-end responsibility for technical design, implementation, and operational considerations Collaborate with engineers, architects, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes You will play a crucial role in supporting the elevation of engineering enablement, excellence, and experience across the broader engineering community You will collaborate and contribute to the development and dissemination of standardised and sustainable best practices, tools, patterns, and frameworks that enhance the productivity and quality of engineering efforts business-wide Your focus is on a major portion of existing or new team software (e.g., significant component, set of features, mid-size application or service) You'll work to achieve the goals and vision shared by Product Management and your Tribe Leadership Innovate within your team, initiative area and contribute within your technical domain What we're looking for Proven experience in technical leadership, including leading a team or cross-functional squad Proven experience working in both backend services and mobile technologies Exceptional programming skills and knowledge of building APIs using modern OO languages preferably Java, SOLID principles, SOA, HTTP and REST Experience with AWS and strong understanding of cloud-based development Extensive, demonstrable knowledge of designing architectures that are secure and perform at scale You're able to effectively communicate and work collaboratively across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste Proven experience ability to deliver high quality applications at scale An advocate for quality and the ability to support the team, leveraging approaches such as Pair Programming, TDD and BDD Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and will be based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be handsomely rewarded with a role contributing to the product roadmap for an organisation committed to transformation We're continuing our journey into the public cloud and have problems of scale, security, availability and performance for you to help solve We love continuous learning and that's why we give you 10% of your time to work on cutting edge innovative projects that shape the way we will work in the future We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We are committed to creating a level playing field and seek to create teams that are representative of our customers and the communities we serve. We'd love to hear from you if you identify with a typically under-represented group in our industry and are particularly keen to hear from women and ethnic minority candidates. We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to
04/03/2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Lead Software Development Engineer - Services About this role Capital One's mission is to change banking for good by bringing humanity, ingenuity and simplicity to banking. Sitting at the core of such values is our Software Engineering department whose primary role is to be an enabler of our ambitions. Capital One is looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer to join a backend team, based in our London office on a hybrid basis. Our Engineers are people who lead by example, build strong and valuable relationships and have the confidence to influence at all levels. We are proud of who we are and what we do and want you to join us at this particularly exciting time at Capital One. What you'll do You will lead a team or cross-functional squad in the delivery of complex and ambiguous projects that support a broader business outcome You will take end-to-end responsibility for technical design, implementation, and operational considerations Collaborate with engineers, architects, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes You will play a crucial role in supporting the elevation of engineering enablement, excellence, and experience across the broader engineering community You will collaborate and contribute to the development and dissemination of standardised and sustainable best practices, tools, patterns, and frameworks that enhance the productivity and quality of engineering efforts business-wide Your focus is on a major portion of existing or new team software (e.g., significant component, set of features, mid-size application or service) You'll work to achieve the goals and vision shared by Product Management and your Tribe Leadership Innovate within your team, initiative area and contribute within your technical domain What we're looking for Proven experience in technical leadership, including leading a team or cross-functional squad Proven experience working in both backend services and mobile technologies Exceptional programming skills and knowledge of building APIs using modern OO languages preferably Java, SOLID principles, SOA, HTTP and REST Experience with AWS and strong understanding of cloud-based development Extensive, demonstrable knowledge of designing architectures that are secure and perform at scale You're able to effectively communicate and work collaboratively across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste Proven experience ability to deliver high quality applications at scale An advocate for quality and the ability to support the team, leveraging approaches such as Pair Programming, TDD and BDD Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and will be based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be handsomely rewarded with a role contributing to the product roadmap for an organisation committed to transformation We're continuing our journey into the public cloud and have problems of scale, security, availability and performance for you to help solve We love continuous learning and that's why we give you 10% of your time to work on cutting edge innovative projects that shape the way we will work in the future We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We are committed to creating a level playing field and seek to create teams that are representative of our customers and the communities we serve. We'd love to hear from you if you identify with a typically under-represented group in our industry and are particularly keen to hear from women and ethnic minority candidates. We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Staff Software Engineer - Back End About this role Do you love shaping the technical landscape and driving innovation across the organisation? Are you passionate about solving complex business problems and supporting multiple teams toward a shared technical vision? At Capital One, you'll be part of a community of technical leaders who drive engineering excellence, foster innovation, and deliver impactful solutions that meet real customer needs. What You'll Do Own and drive the technical strategy for a significant business outcome or technology domain, spanning multiple teams and influencing the overall technical direction Lead and coordinate the efforts of multiple teams, ensuring their collective work aligns with broader business objectives and technology strategy Proactively identify emerging patterns, define and evangelise best practices, and establish reusable frameworks that enhance engineering productivity Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, product owners, and architects Represent Capital One in external technical forums, contributing to vendor/industry discussions Drive service quality standards and practices for your domain, guiding complex incident resolution Develop and advocate for strategies to proactively manage technical debt across multiple teams Actively mentor and develop engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning What we're looking for Deep expertise in Java Deep expertise in system design and distributed architectures Track record of leading technical initiatives across multiple teams Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Proven experience setting a multi-team technical vision and strategy Strong track record of technical leadership and influence without authority Experience driving engineering standards and best practices across organisations Experience of steering Communities of Practice or technical forums Strong business acumen and ability to translate technical concepts for various audiences Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our office and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We AreAt Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to b
04/03/2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Staff Software Engineer - Back End About this role Do you love shaping the technical landscape and driving innovation across the organisation? Are you passionate about solving complex business problems and supporting multiple teams toward a shared technical vision? At Capital One, you'll be part of a community of technical leaders who drive engineering excellence, foster innovation, and deliver impactful solutions that meet real customer needs. What You'll Do Own and drive the technical strategy for a significant business outcome or technology domain, spanning multiple teams and influencing the overall technical direction Lead and coordinate the efforts of multiple teams, ensuring their collective work aligns with broader business objectives and technology strategy Proactively identify emerging patterns, define and evangelise best practices, and establish reusable frameworks that enhance engineering productivity Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, product owners, and architects Represent Capital One in external technical forums, contributing to vendor/industry discussions Drive service quality standards and practices for your domain, guiding complex incident resolution Develop and advocate for strategies to proactively manage technical debt across multiple teams Actively mentor and develop engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning What we're looking for Deep expertise in Java Deep expertise in system design and distributed architectures Track record of leading technical initiatives across multiple teams Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Proven experience setting a multi-team technical vision and strategy Strong track record of technical leadership and influence without authority Experience driving engineering standards and best practices across organisations Experience of steering Communities of Practice or technical forums Strong business acumen and ability to translate technical concepts for various audiences Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our office and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We AreAt Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to b
Senior Infrastructure & Directory Services Engineer - Defence Programme Location: Caerphilly (with travel to Defence/Ministry of Defence sites as required)Clearance: SC (must hold or be eligible); DV highly desirablePackage: £65,000 + Bonus + comprehensive benefitsWorking Pattern: Hybrid (Mon & Fri optional WFH)This is a fantastic opportunity for you, a Senior infrastructure and Director Services Engineer - or similar, to join a long?established, financially robust technology provider with comprehensive experience delivering secure IT solutions across the UK public sector. The Opportunity A major Defence customer is undertaking an extensive programme to build a secure, on?premise, multi?domain virtualised infrastructure that underpins mission?critical and operational capabilities. As a Senior Infrastructure & Directory Services Engineer, you will design, implement, and support enterprise services across several secure domains - including Active Directory, identity services, Windows Server, DNS/DHCP, PKI, authentication platforms, and related Microsoft ecosystem components. Key Responsibilities - Architect, manage, and maintain multi?site Active Directory environments- Administer DNS, DHCP, and PKI in secure operational environments- Design and enforce Group Policy Objects (GPOs)- Manage Web Application Proxy (WAP), RDS, and federation services- Ensure alignment with MOD security standards- Participate in design reviews and Change Advisory Boards (CAB)- Work closely with security, cloud, networking, Linux, and virtualisation teams- Monitor performance using Splunk, event logging, and PowerShell automation- Automate tasks using PowerShell (essential) or Ansible (desirable) Essential Skills & Experience - Multi?site Active Directory support- Windows Server, DNS, DHCP- GPO design and troubleshooting- PKI and certificate services- Web Application Proxy & RDS- Strong PowerShell scripting- Working in a Defence or Government environment Desirable Skills - Defence sector experience- VMware vSphere, vCenter, ESXi; awareness of NSX?T- SIEM/monitoring experience- Ansible or other automation tools- Linux/Unix integration with AD- Secure WAN technologies (BGP/MPLS/VPN)- Existing SC/DV clearance Qualifications - Microsoft Identity & Access Administrator (or equivalent)- ITIL v4 Foundation or higher- Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience Personal Attributes - Customer?focused and committed to service excellence- Strong ownership and reliability- Willingness to challenge established practices- Driven, proactive, and collaborativeIf you are a Senior Infrastructure and Director Services Engineer or similar, with a background in Defence, then please send your CV to me today as this will go quickly.
04/03/2026
Full time
Senior Infrastructure & Directory Services Engineer - Defence Programme Location: Caerphilly (with travel to Defence/Ministry of Defence sites as required)Clearance: SC (must hold or be eligible); DV highly desirablePackage: £65,000 + Bonus + comprehensive benefitsWorking Pattern: Hybrid (Mon & Fri optional WFH)This is a fantastic opportunity for you, a Senior infrastructure and Director Services Engineer - or similar, to join a long?established, financially robust technology provider with comprehensive experience delivering secure IT solutions across the UK public sector. The Opportunity A major Defence customer is undertaking an extensive programme to build a secure, on?premise, multi?domain virtualised infrastructure that underpins mission?critical and operational capabilities. As a Senior Infrastructure & Directory Services Engineer, you will design, implement, and support enterprise services across several secure domains - including Active Directory, identity services, Windows Server, DNS/DHCP, PKI, authentication platforms, and related Microsoft ecosystem components. Key Responsibilities - Architect, manage, and maintain multi?site Active Directory environments- Administer DNS, DHCP, and PKI in secure operational environments- Design and enforce Group Policy Objects (GPOs)- Manage Web Application Proxy (WAP), RDS, and federation services- Ensure alignment with MOD security standards- Participate in design reviews and Change Advisory Boards (CAB)- Work closely with security, cloud, networking, Linux, and virtualisation teams- Monitor performance using Splunk, event logging, and PowerShell automation- Automate tasks using PowerShell (essential) or Ansible (desirable) Essential Skills & Experience - Multi?site Active Directory support- Windows Server, DNS, DHCP- GPO design and troubleshooting- PKI and certificate services- Web Application Proxy & RDS- Strong PowerShell scripting- Working in a Defence or Government environment Desirable Skills - Defence sector experience- VMware vSphere, vCenter, ESXi; awareness of NSX?T- SIEM/monitoring experience- Ansible or other automation tools- Linux/Unix integration with AD- Secure WAN technologies (BGP/MPLS/VPN)- Existing SC/DV clearance Qualifications - Microsoft Identity & Access Administrator (or equivalent)- ITIL v4 Foundation or higher- Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience Personal Attributes - Customer?focused and committed to service excellence- Strong ownership and reliability- Willingness to challenge established practices- Driven, proactive, and collaborativeIf you are a Senior Infrastructure and Director Services Engineer or similar, with a background in Defence, then please send your CV to me today as this will go quickly.
Location Glasgow, Newcastle-upon-Tyne About the job Job summary The Infected Blood Compensation Authority (IBCA) is responsible for delivering a compensation scheme that has been long awaited by the infected blood community to provide financial compensation to victims of infected blood on a UK-wide basis. This role sits within our Data Operations team in the IBCA Data Directorate and will lead the team of data solution, and data architects that are focus on the design of the IBCA data platform and organisational wide data modelling. The Data Operations team is responsible for developing and running safe and secure data solutions that provide a single source of truth for those going through their compensation journey. They are designing and building a new data platform using Amazon Web Services (AWS) and data management and intelligence products using Databricks and Quantexa. We are taking a product-centric approach treating data as a product and are building squads around our products, with a focus on paying compensation to those impacted by the infected blood scandal seamlessly. You will focus on designing scalable and flexible data solutions for data management processes (including data integration and master data management), ensuring data quality and continuous data publication to our consuming users and services, and driving a culture of problem statement driven design. Working at IBCA gives you a huge opportunity to make an impact on those who deserve compensation, and this role suits a candidate who can spearhead solutions from the ground up to take from ideation to reality so that data is an enabler to everything IBCA does. Job description As the Principle Data & Systems Architect for our data platform and products, you'll be critical to delivering the design of the IBCA data platform through technical solution and data architecture in addition to data modelling capabilities. You will mature the quality of our architecture practices and should be committed to delivering high-impact, secure data solutions to achieve IBCA's objectives. This post is within a data delivery setting, especially one focussed on AWS, Quantexa and Databricks. You will: Set the direction for data and systems architecture ensuring infrastructure is modular, resilient and aligned with business objectives Provide technical guidance for the development of designs across the data platform including integration and master data management encompassing secure by design principles such as 'privacy by design' and 'zero trust' architectures Ensure designs are scalable, secure and efficient and that they create systemic resilience of all data assets against emerging threats Lead efforts to standardise the enterprise data fabric streamlining ingestion patterns and integrating data from various sources of varying fidelity, ensuring a 'single source of truth' that promotes data consistency, accuracy, and quality Be responsible for data ontology ensuring that there are enterprise logical and physical data models embedded across the organisation to support operational efficiency and analytical capabilities, and these follow set data standards and data management policies Build and mentor a high-performing architecture function, fostering a culture of technical excellence and cross-functional collaboration. Help the data architecture practices thrive, you will call on your expertise in emerging data management approaches including on data centralisation and apply these to help the organisation deliver success Develop our internal data architecture capability by developing L&D routeways, shaping careers paths and recruiting talent to the organisation Provide leadership and guidance to the team, further developing your own architecture, delivery management and leadership skills Work with business stakeholders and across digital service teams, understanding their needs and translating them into high- and low-level architecture designs Work with industry partners to leverage the best of new and emerging tools and approaches Responsibilities Strategic Planning: Develop and execute the Data & Systems Architecture strategy. You will ensure the technical roadmap doesn't just store data, but actively powers business intelligence and AI readiness, aligning complex infrastructure with long-term organisational goals. Team Leadership: Use your expertise to build and maintain excellence in data & system architecture capabilities by building, leading, and mentoring a team of technical solution architects, data architects and modellers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture that bridges the gap between engineering and strategic business value. Data Platform Solution Design: Design and model robust, scalable, efficient and cost-effective data solutions for data ingestion, transformation, integration, publication and storage - and be the assurer of designs at architecture review boards such as Technical Design Authority. Data Quality: Ensure data quality and integrity across the data platform. Data Governance: Prescribe the level of data governance required, taking responsibility for assurance and make recommendations to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and security standards. System Interoperability: Define the standards for the Data Platform to ensure API-first architecture and microservices so they there is seamless data flow and system integration via data publication. Collaboration: Work closely with business teams to understand data requirements and recommend design choices and provide technical expertise; and partner with senior leaders to provide assurance on solutions as they transition between design, implementation and live. Person specification Essential Criteria Accomplished expert with extensive hands-on experience at a senior level of defining and implementing data and system architecture. You must have significant experience in designing AWS ecosystems that host data management systems and orchestrate data integration, data quality & transformation processes, data matching and master data management and data publication. (Lead essential criteria) Deep proficiency in architecting end-to-end data lifecycles. This includes the strategic application of Data Lakes, Lakehouses, and NoSQL/SQL environments, with a focus on system interoperability. Demonstrable experience in building or radically transforming data & system architecture functions from scratch, particularly within high-sensitivity or regulated environments (e.g. handling PII/sensitive personal data at scale). Expert-level knowledge of embedding GDPR, Cloud Security Principles, and Zero-Trust frameworks into the very fabric of data system designs, rather than treating them as "bolt-on" compliance tasks. Expert in managing the balance between rapid delivery and long-term technical sustainability, and managing these standards through architecture peer review such as Technical Design Authority. Significant experience leading and scaling multi-disciplinary architecture teams. You have a proven ability to mentor and foster a culture of high performance within Agile/DevOps frameworks. Working at senior leadership level, establishing and maintaining organisational level networks and actively engaging other senior leaders. Desirable Criteria Experience of working with the Quantexa Decision Intelligence Platform and Databricks. Management of contracts and 3rd party suppliers for software and professional services.
04/03/2026
Full time
Location Glasgow, Newcastle-upon-Tyne About the job Job summary The Infected Blood Compensation Authority (IBCA) is responsible for delivering a compensation scheme that has been long awaited by the infected blood community to provide financial compensation to victims of infected blood on a UK-wide basis. This role sits within our Data Operations team in the IBCA Data Directorate and will lead the team of data solution, and data architects that are focus on the design of the IBCA data platform and organisational wide data modelling. The Data Operations team is responsible for developing and running safe and secure data solutions that provide a single source of truth for those going through their compensation journey. They are designing and building a new data platform using Amazon Web Services (AWS) and data management and intelligence products using Databricks and Quantexa. We are taking a product-centric approach treating data as a product and are building squads around our products, with a focus on paying compensation to those impacted by the infected blood scandal seamlessly. You will focus on designing scalable and flexible data solutions for data management processes (including data integration and master data management), ensuring data quality and continuous data publication to our consuming users and services, and driving a culture of problem statement driven design. Working at IBCA gives you a huge opportunity to make an impact on those who deserve compensation, and this role suits a candidate who can spearhead solutions from the ground up to take from ideation to reality so that data is an enabler to everything IBCA does. Job description As the Principle Data & Systems Architect for our data platform and products, you'll be critical to delivering the design of the IBCA data platform through technical solution and data architecture in addition to data modelling capabilities. You will mature the quality of our architecture practices and should be committed to delivering high-impact, secure data solutions to achieve IBCA's objectives. This post is within a data delivery setting, especially one focussed on AWS, Quantexa and Databricks. You will: Set the direction for data and systems architecture ensuring infrastructure is modular, resilient and aligned with business objectives Provide technical guidance for the development of designs across the data platform including integration and master data management encompassing secure by design principles such as 'privacy by design' and 'zero trust' architectures Ensure designs are scalable, secure and efficient and that they create systemic resilience of all data assets against emerging threats Lead efforts to standardise the enterprise data fabric streamlining ingestion patterns and integrating data from various sources of varying fidelity, ensuring a 'single source of truth' that promotes data consistency, accuracy, and quality Be responsible for data ontology ensuring that there are enterprise logical and physical data models embedded across the organisation to support operational efficiency and analytical capabilities, and these follow set data standards and data management policies Build and mentor a high-performing architecture function, fostering a culture of technical excellence and cross-functional collaboration. Help the data architecture practices thrive, you will call on your expertise in emerging data management approaches including on data centralisation and apply these to help the organisation deliver success Develop our internal data architecture capability by developing L&D routeways, shaping careers paths and recruiting talent to the organisation Provide leadership and guidance to the team, further developing your own architecture, delivery management and leadership skills Work with business stakeholders and across digital service teams, understanding their needs and translating them into high- and low-level architecture designs Work with industry partners to leverage the best of new and emerging tools and approaches Responsibilities Strategic Planning: Develop and execute the Data & Systems Architecture strategy. You will ensure the technical roadmap doesn't just store data, but actively powers business intelligence and AI readiness, aligning complex infrastructure with long-term organisational goals. Team Leadership: Use your expertise to build and maintain excellence in data & system architecture capabilities by building, leading, and mentoring a team of technical solution architects, data architects and modellers, fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture that bridges the gap between engineering and strategic business value. Data Platform Solution Design: Design and model robust, scalable, efficient and cost-effective data solutions for data ingestion, transformation, integration, publication and storage - and be the assurer of designs at architecture review boards such as Technical Design Authority. Data Quality: Ensure data quality and integrity across the data platform. Data Governance: Prescribe the level of data governance required, taking responsibility for assurance and make recommendations to ensure compliance with legal, regulatory and security standards. System Interoperability: Define the standards for the Data Platform to ensure API-first architecture and microservices so they there is seamless data flow and system integration via data publication. Collaboration: Work closely with business teams to understand data requirements and recommend design choices and provide technical expertise; and partner with senior leaders to provide assurance on solutions as they transition between design, implementation and live. Person specification Essential Criteria Accomplished expert with extensive hands-on experience at a senior level of defining and implementing data and system architecture. You must have significant experience in designing AWS ecosystems that host data management systems and orchestrate data integration, data quality & transformation processes, data matching and master data management and data publication. (Lead essential criteria) Deep proficiency in architecting end-to-end data lifecycles. This includes the strategic application of Data Lakes, Lakehouses, and NoSQL/SQL environments, with a focus on system interoperability. Demonstrable experience in building or radically transforming data & system architecture functions from scratch, particularly within high-sensitivity or regulated environments (e.g. handling PII/sensitive personal data at scale). Expert-level knowledge of embedding GDPR, Cloud Security Principles, and Zero-Trust frameworks into the very fabric of data system designs, rather than treating them as "bolt-on" compliance tasks. Expert in managing the balance between rapid delivery and long-term technical sustainability, and managing these standards through architecture peer review such as Technical Design Authority. Significant experience leading and scaling multi-disciplinary architecture teams. You have a proven ability to mentor and foster a culture of high performance within Agile/DevOps frameworks. Working at senior leadership level, establishing and maintaining organisational level networks and actively engaging other senior leaders. Desirable Criteria Experience of working with the Quantexa Decision Intelligence Platform and Databricks. Management of contracts and 3rd party suppliers for software and professional services.
Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer - Defence Programme Location: Caerphilly (with travel to client / Ministry of Defence sites as required)Clearance: SC (must hold or be eligible); DV highly desirableSalary: 75,000 + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Package About the Role A major Defence programme is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer to lead the design, implementation and ongoing support of secure, resilient, multi?domain network services. You will work across datacentre networks, secure LAN/WAN, SDN?enabled virtualised environments, and deployed operational sites - ensuring high availability, compliance and adaptability in a mission?critical environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, configuration and support of secure multi?site LAN/WAN/SDN infrastructure. Configure and optimise enterprise switching platforms (e.g., Cubic M3X S8G / S24G, Cisco ESS3300?based). Implement routing protocols including BGP, MPLS, VPLS, and HA technologies. Configure firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS and boundary protection systems. Support virtualised routing and SD?WAN technologies (Cisco Catalyst 8000V). Act as senior escalation point for complex incidents. Ensure compliance with MOD security standards and Secure by Design principles. Maintain documentation, diagrams and CMDB records. Support accreditation processes (IT Health Checks, CCVAs). Contribute to network automation (Python, Ansible, PowerShell). Identify opportunities for architectural improvement. Essential Experience Extensive multi?site LAN/WAN experience. Advanced configuration skills on Cisco and Cubic platforms. Deep knowledge of BGP, MPLS, VPLS and segmentation. High?availability technologies (HSRP/VRRP equivalents). DNS, DHCP, NAT, IP planning. Experience in secure or Defence?oriented environments. ITIL?based service management. Desirable Experience VMware NSX and SDN, SD?WAN and virtualised routing, VoIP, QoS, SIEM/log analysis tools. Knowledge of JSP, ISO 27001, NIST. Experience leading technical projects. Existing SC/DV clearance. Qualifications Cisco CCNP (required); CCIE desirable. ITIL v4 Foundation or above. Degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering or equivalent experience. Personal Qualities Strong communicator. Analytical problem?solver. Able to mentor and lead. Customer centric and proactive.If you are a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer with experience working in or with the Defence sector and looking for an exciting new challenge, please send your CV to me today.
04/03/2026
Full time
Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer - Defence Programme Location: Caerphilly (with travel to client / Ministry of Defence sites as required)Clearance: SC (must hold or be eligible); DV highly desirableSalary: 75,000 + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Package About the Role A major Defence programme is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer to lead the design, implementation and ongoing support of secure, resilient, multi?domain network services. You will work across datacentre networks, secure LAN/WAN, SDN?enabled virtualised environments, and deployed operational sites - ensuring high availability, compliance and adaptability in a mission?critical environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, configuration and support of secure multi?site LAN/WAN/SDN infrastructure. Configure and optimise enterprise switching platforms (e.g., Cubic M3X S8G / S24G, Cisco ESS3300?based). Implement routing protocols including BGP, MPLS, VPLS, and HA technologies. Configure firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS and boundary protection systems. Support virtualised routing and SD?WAN technologies (Cisco Catalyst 8000V). Act as senior escalation point for complex incidents. Ensure compliance with MOD security standards and Secure by Design principles. Maintain documentation, diagrams and CMDB records. Support accreditation processes (IT Health Checks, CCVAs). Contribute to network automation (Python, Ansible, PowerShell). Identify opportunities for architectural improvement. Essential Experience Extensive multi?site LAN/WAN experience. Advanced configuration skills on Cisco and Cubic platforms. Deep knowledge of BGP, MPLS, VPLS and segmentation. High?availability technologies (HSRP/VRRP equivalents). DNS, DHCP, NAT, IP planning. Experience in secure or Defence?oriented environments. ITIL?based service management. Desirable Experience VMware NSX and SDN, SD?WAN and virtualised routing, VoIP, QoS, SIEM/log analysis tools. Knowledge of JSP, ISO 27001, NIST. Experience leading technical projects. Existing SC/DV clearance. Qualifications Cisco CCNP (required); CCIE desirable. ITIL v4 Foundation or above. Degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering or equivalent experience. Personal Qualities Strong communicator. Analytical problem?solver. Able to mentor and lead. Customer centric and proactive.If you are a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer with experience working in or with the Defence sector and looking for an exciting new challenge, please send your CV to me today.
Location Swansea About the job Job summary Do you have an understanding and experience working with infrastructure and cloud technologies? If so, we would love to hear from you! Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays and a privilege day for the King's birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Read more in the Benefits section below! Find out more about what it's like working at Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency - Department for Transport Careers . Job description We are looking for a Lead Technical Architect to join our dynamic and innovative workforce at an exciting and challenging time. The role holder will need to demonstrate the appetite and commitment to help drive the organisation through significant transformation programmes. You will work with several teams across the Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency's (DVLA) IT Services (ITS) Directorate as well as across the DVLA's business directorates to develop architectural patterns and solution designs. You will work collaboratively with ITS Engineering squads to deliver new solutions and help transition these into operational service. Your responsibilities will include, but aren't limited to: Be responsible for leading the technical design of systems and services, justifying and communicating design decisions. Assure other services and system quality, ensuring the technical work fits into the broader strategy for government. Explore the benefits of cross-government alignment. Provide mentoring within teams. Provide leadership to other architects. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the attached role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification You will have a solid Architectural and technical background having worked in an architectural or technical lead role to deliver enterprise-scale solutions. Required experience: Experience of UC and omni-channel contact centre solutions. Experience of networking concepts, LAN/WAN/WLAN. Experience of ENTRA active directory and O365. Experience of hybrid Active directory and ENTRA active directory. Knowledge of the key principles outlined in Microsoft's Azure Cloud Adoption Framework. Experience with data security principles and systems designed to protect sensitive data. Desire to create and maintain solution designs in an iterative and collaborative manner. Ability to think strategically about business, product and technical challenges. Excellent technical skills with the experience to be held accountable for technical aspects of delivering complex solutions, including end-to-end solution design, delivery governance, assurance and support for Engineers and Delivery Managers. Great interpersonal skills allowing you to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders alike. You will be able to drive discussions with senior leaders across the agency as well as having the technical background that will enable you to easily interact and give guidance to software developers, testers and engineers.
04/03/2026
Full time
Location Swansea About the job Job summary Do you have an understanding and experience working with infrastructure and cloud technologies? If so, we would love to hear from you! Joining our department comes with many benefits, including: Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave), plus 8 bank holidays and a privilege day for the King's birthday Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance. Read more in the Benefits section below! Find out more about what it's like working at Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency - Department for Transport Careers . Job description We are looking for a Lead Technical Architect to join our dynamic and innovative workforce at an exciting and challenging time. The role holder will need to demonstrate the appetite and commitment to help drive the organisation through significant transformation programmes. You will work with several teams across the Driver & Vehicle Licensing Agency's (DVLA) IT Services (ITS) Directorate as well as across the DVLA's business directorates to develop architectural patterns and solution designs. You will work collaboratively with ITS Engineering squads to deliver new solutions and help transition these into operational service. Your responsibilities will include, but aren't limited to: Be responsible for leading the technical design of systems and services, justifying and communicating design decisions. Assure other services and system quality, ensuring the technical work fits into the broader strategy for government. Explore the benefits of cross-government alignment. Provide mentoring within teams. Provide leadership to other architects. Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills they need. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public. For further information on the role, please read the attached role profile. Please note that the role profile is for information purposes only - whilst all elements are relevant to the role, they may not all be assessed during the recruitment process. This job advert will detail exactly what will be assessed during the recruitment process. Person specification You will have a solid Architectural and technical background having worked in an architectural or technical lead role to deliver enterprise-scale solutions. Required experience: Experience of UC and omni-channel contact centre solutions. Experience of networking concepts, LAN/WAN/WLAN. Experience of ENTRA active directory and O365. Experience of hybrid Active directory and ENTRA active directory. Knowledge of the key principles outlined in Microsoft's Azure Cloud Adoption Framework. Experience with data security principles and systems designed to protect sensitive data. Desire to create and maintain solution designs in an iterative and collaborative manner. Ability to think strategically about business, product and technical challenges. Excellent technical skills with the experience to be held accountable for technical aspects of delivering complex solutions, including end-to-end solution design, delivery governance, assurance and support for Engineers and Delivery Managers. Great interpersonal skills allowing you to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders alike. You will be able to drive discussions with senior leaders across the agency as well as having the technical background that will enable you to easily interact and give guidance to software developers, testers and engineers.
Location Croydon CR0 2WF, Liverpool L3 9AF, Manchester M5 3LZ, Sheffield S3 8NU, Southport PR8 2HH, Glasgow G4 0BT, Cardiff CF24 0AB. About the job Job summary Our engineering architecture community shapes the network foundations that keep the Home Office connected and secure. In Networks & Infrastructure (N&I) Network Engineering, you'll lead the definition and delivery of end to end network architectures across campus, Wide Area Network (WAN)/Software-Defined WAN, data centre, cloud connectivity and edge, ensuring solutions are robust, secure by design, and aligned to business outcomes. You'll work collaboratively with engineering squads, the CTO office, and suppliers to turn designs into operational solutions. In this role, you'll analyse technical and service issues, create actionable architectures and roadmaps, and drive simplification, reuse, and standards for better platform interoperability and rapid change. You'll clearly explain architectural choices to all stakeholders, ensure reliability and resilience, and provide governance and assurance for major projects, guiding solution engineers through design and transition. You'll coach teams, promote learning, and foster continuous improvement to protect user experience during high-priority incidents. We seek a pragmatic architect with network engineering expertise, strong analytical skills, and a holistic view. You're comfortable in dynamic, multi-supplier settings, balancing strategy and delivery, and motivated to enhance network safety and scalability. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. Where this is the case, employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in the office . Applicants can raise any queries to the email address at the bottom of the advert. Watch this short video to hear from members of Home Office Digital talking about the projects they work on and their experience of working here: Working for Home Office Digital. Job description As a Lead Technical Architect, you will proactively shape and deliver infrastructure and technical solutions across multiple projects or teams. You will ensure solutions align with the wider enterprise architecture and strategic goals, leveraging modern technologies to drive innovative outcomes. Collaborating with a range of stakeholders, including senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and external partners. You will balance near-term delivery with long-term scalability, security, and maintainability. You will define and evolve technical roadmaps, advise on strategic technology investments, and identify opportunities for continual improvement. Through clear, concise communication, you will secure buy-in for architectural initiatives and mentor junior architects to foster a high-performing architecture community. By evaluating emerging trends, incorporating lessons learned, and championing best practices, you will keep the technical estate flexible and future-proof, positioning the organisation for ongoing success. Person specification Main Responsibilities Define and maintain enterprise-wide technical strategies, roadmaps, and architectures aligned with broader business objectives. Oversee design reviews, incorporating "Secure by Design" principles and compliance with architectural governance. Coordinate with cross-government teams and external partners to ensure cohesive, integrated solutions. Drive digital innovation by evaluating emerging technologies, embracing best practices, and championing continuous improvement. Mentor and coach architects, fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence. Facilitate the design and delivery of complex systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and security requirements are met. Lead multiple projects, collaborating with stakeholders to address risks, budgets, and timelines. Evaluate outcomes and integrate lessons learned into future strategies, enabling sustainable, long-term solutions. Essential Skills Consistent track record of ability to lead complex technical network architectures, championing innovation and best practices. Proven hands on experience in core network engineering concepts including switching, routing, firewalling, load balancing, wireless networks, segmentation, and network security. Experience working across multiple domains or projects, coordinating with third-party suppliers and cross-government teams. Aptitude for anticipating future technologies and aligning solutions with broader strategies and business outcomes. Expertise in delivering secure, reliable, and scalable systems within defined time and quality constraints. Strong grasp of agile methodologies, DevOps principles, and design patterns, paired with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF). Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, translating complex technical topics for diverse audiences. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring or guiding other architects, engineers or technical professionals.
04/03/2026
Full time
Location Croydon CR0 2WF, Liverpool L3 9AF, Manchester M5 3LZ, Sheffield S3 8NU, Southport PR8 2HH, Glasgow G4 0BT, Cardiff CF24 0AB. About the job Job summary Our engineering architecture community shapes the network foundations that keep the Home Office connected and secure. In Networks & Infrastructure (N&I) Network Engineering, you'll lead the definition and delivery of end to end network architectures across campus, Wide Area Network (WAN)/Software-Defined WAN, data centre, cloud connectivity and edge, ensuring solutions are robust, secure by design, and aligned to business outcomes. You'll work collaboratively with engineering squads, the CTO office, and suppliers to turn designs into operational solutions. In this role, you'll analyse technical and service issues, create actionable architectures and roadmaps, and drive simplification, reuse, and standards for better platform interoperability and rapid change. You'll clearly explain architectural choices to all stakeholders, ensure reliability and resilience, and provide governance and assurance for major projects, guiding solution engineers through design and transition. You'll coach teams, promote learning, and foster continuous improvement to protect user experience during high-priority incidents. We seek a pragmatic architect with network engineering expertise, strong analytical skills, and a holistic view. You're comfortable in dynamic, multi-supplier settings, balancing strategy and delivery, and motivated to enhance network safety and scalability. Where business needs allow, some roles may be suitable for a combination of office and home-based working. Where this is the case, employees will be expected to spend a minimum of 60% of their working time in the office . Applicants can raise any queries to the email address at the bottom of the advert. Watch this short video to hear from members of Home Office Digital talking about the projects they work on and their experience of working here: Working for Home Office Digital. Job description As a Lead Technical Architect, you will proactively shape and deliver infrastructure and technical solutions across multiple projects or teams. You will ensure solutions align with the wider enterprise architecture and strategic goals, leveraging modern technologies to drive innovative outcomes. Collaborating with a range of stakeholders, including senior leadership, cross-functional teams, and external partners. You will balance near-term delivery with long-term scalability, security, and maintainability. You will define and evolve technical roadmaps, advise on strategic technology investments, and identify opportunities for continual improvement. Through clear, concise communication, you will secure buy-in for architectural initiatives and mentor junior architects to foster a high-performing architecture community. By evaluating emerging trends, incorporating lessons learned, and championing best practices, you will keep the technical estate flexible and future-proof, positioning the organisation for ongoing success. Person specification Main Responsibilities Define and maintain enterprise-wide technical strategies, roadmaps, and architectures aligned with broader business objectives. Oversee design reviews, incorporating "Secure by Design" principles and compliance with architectural governance. Coordinate with cross-government teams and external partners to ensure cohesive, integrated solutions. Drive digital innovation by evaluating emerging technologies, embracing best practices, and championing continuous improvement. Mentor and coach architects, fostering a culture of collaboration and technical excellence. Facilitate the design and delivery of complex systems, ensuring performance, reliability, and security requirements are met. Lead multiple projects, collaborating with stakeholders to address risks, budgets, and timelines. Evaluate outcomes and integrate lessons learned into future strategies, enabling sustainable, long-term solutions. Essential Skills Consistent track record of ability to lead complex technical network architectures, championing innovation and best practices. Proven hands on experience in core network engineering concepts including switching, routing, firewalling, load balancing, wireless networks, segmentation, and network security. Experience working across multiple domains or projects, coordinating with third-party suppliers and cross-government teams. Aptitude for anticipating future technologies and aligning solutions with broader strategies and business outcomes. Expertise in delivering secure, reliable, and scalable systems within defined time and quality constraints. Strong grasp of agile methodologies, DevOps principles, and design patterns, paired with enterprise architecture frameworks (e.g., TOGAF). Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, translating complex technical topics for diverse audiences. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring or guiding other architects, engineers or technical professionals.
We are an award-winning international architecture, interior design, and project management practice based in Central London, blending innovative design, heritage architecture, and client strategy for a global clientele. Our portfolio spans prestigious commercial workplaces (Rolls Royce, Lufthansa Lounge Heathrow), cultural and civic heritage refurbishments (German Ambassador's Residence, London), high-end residential and cultural environments (Film School, Berlin), and bespoke event environments and interiors across Europe and beyond. We collaborate with blue-chip corporate clients, property developers, investment firms, family offices, private clients, and institutions that value design excellence, rigorous project delivery, and strategic client advice. This is an exciting growth phase for the firm as we strengthen our commercial development efforts and expand across the UK and international markets, including Singapore. As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth, securing new commissions, and owning strategic client engagement across our core market segments. You will work directly with the Directors, leading the commercial development of the practice's services. You will be instrumental in: Identifying, engaging and converting high-value prospects Building long-term relationships across corporate, commercial, property, and high-net-worth private sectors Developing targeted proposals and pitches Aligning the company's creative capability with client's strategic needs Key Responsibilities Strategic Growth & Market Leadership Build and execute a structured business development strategy aligned with the firm's long-term goals. Prioritise high-impact sectors: corporate HQs, workplace design, flagship retail and hospitality projects, heritage and cultural institutions, schools and private residential developments. Client Acquisition & Relationship Management Target and secure new clients including international corporations, developers, private equity investors, luxury retail brands, property owners, and cultural institutions. Act as a trusted advisor through the full sales cycle: lead generation qualification proposal negotiation close. Proposals, Pitches & Commercial Intelligence Lead proposal development, pitch decks, fee proposals and commercial terms. Develop market insights, competitor analysis, and pipeline forecasts. Collaborate with design leadership to tailor offers that resonate with client priorities. CRM & Pipeline Management Maintain and report on sales pipeline activity using CRM systems. Provide regular forecasting and performance reporting to senior leadership. Candidate Requirements Essential Proven track record in business development / sales in architecture, design, workplace, property or the built-environment sector, with experience selling to corporate clients, developers, investors, or high-net-worth private clients. Experience managing high-value project sales cycles (£500K+ fees). Established network and ability to influence senior decision-makers. Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and understanding of project economics. Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building skills. Desirable Experience in architecture, interior design, workplace consultancy, luxury retail environments or property development. Understanding of creative services contracts and fee structures. CRM and pipeline management proficiency. Why This Role is Attractive Prestigious Client Base & Projects - You will represent a brand delivering high-profile landmark projects - from international headquarters (JAB Holding Company) to flagship venues (Heathrow Business Lounge, Embassies, heritage refurbishments). Strong Growth Trajectory - The practice is expanding domestically and internationally, offering genuine scope for commercial impact and progression. Collaborative Creative Environment - Work closely with directors and design leaders, shaping how design ambition translates into commercial success. Rewarding Package - Competitive base salary with performance-linked earnings (OTE £100K) aligned to revenue achievement. To apply please attach your CV to the link provided.
04/03/2026
Full time
We are an award-winning international architecture, interior design, and project management practice based in Central London, blending innovative design, heritage architecture, and client strategy for a global clientele. Our portfolio spans prestigious commercial workplaces (Rolls Royce, Lufthansa Lounge Heathrow), cultural and civic heritage refurbishments (German Ambassador's Residence, London), high-end residential and cultural environments (Film School, Berlin), and bespoke event environments and interiors across Europe and beyond. We collaborate with blue-chip corporate clients, property developers, investment firms, family offices, private clients, and institutions that value design excellence, rigorous project delivery, and strategic client advice. This is an exciting growth phase for the firm as we strengthen our commercial development efforts and expand across the UK and international markets, including Singapore. As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth, securing new commissions, and owning strategic client engagement across our core market segments. You will work directly with the Directors, leading the commercial development of the practice's services. You will be instrumental in: Identifying, engaging and converting high-value prospects Building long-term relationships across corporate, commercial, property, and high-net-worth private sectors Developing targeted proposals and pitches Aligning the company's creative capability with client's strategic needs Key Responsibilities Strategic Growth & Market Leadership Build and execute a structured business development strategy aligned with the firm's long-term goals. Prioritise high-impact sectors: corporate HQs, workplace design, flagship retail and hospitality projects, heritage and cultural institutions, schools and private residential developments. Client Acquisition & Relationship Management Target and secure new clients including international corporations, developers, private equity investors, luxury retail brands, property owners, and cultural institutions. Act as a trusted advisor through the full sales cycle: lead generation qualification proposal negotiation close. Proposals, Pitches & Commercial Intelligence Lead proposal development, pitch decks, fee proposals and commercial terms. Develop market insights, competitor analysis, and pipeline forecasts. Collaborate with design leadership to tailor offers that resonate with client priorities. CRM & Pipeline Management Maintain and report on sales pipeline activity using CRM systems. Provide regular forecasting and performance reporting to senior leadership. Candidate Requirements Essential Proven track record in business development / sales in architecture, design, workplace, property or the built-environment sector, with experience selling to corporate clients, developers, investors, or high-net-worth private clients. Experience managing high-value project sales cycles (£500K+ fees). Established network and ability to influence senior decision-makers. Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and understanding of project economics. Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building skills. Desirable Experience in architecture, interior design, workplace consultancy, luxury retail environments or property development. Understanding of creative services contracts and fee structures. CRM and pipeline management proficiency. Why This Role is Attractive Prestigious Client Base & Projects - You will represent a brand delivering high-profile landmark projects - from international headquarters (JAB Holding Company) to flagship venues (Heathrow Business Lounge, Embassies, heritage refurbishments). Strong Growth Trajectory - The practice is expanding domestically and internationally, offering genuine scope for commercial impact and progression. Collaborative Creative Environment - Work closely with directors and design leaders, shaping how design ambition translates into commercial success. Rewarding Package - Competitive base salary with performance-linked earnings (OTE £100K) aligned to revenue achievement. To apply please attach your CV to the link provided.
Senior Technical Architect Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working Available) Start Date: ASAP Duration: 7 months + Rate: 95 - 105 per hour - Inside IR35 Shape the Future of Secure, Mission-Critical Systems Are you ready to lead technical design for complex, high-impact programmes? We're seeking a Senior Technical Architect to provide strategic technical leadership across critical systems and services. This is an opportunity to influence roadmaps, drive innovation, and ensure solutions are secure, resilient, and future-ready. Working in a collaborative, agile environment, you'll take ownership of architectural direction while mentoring others and engaging senior stakeholders. A hybrid working model is available, combining on-site collaboration in Bristol with remote flexibility. The Role As a Senior Technical Architect, you will: Act as the technical authority for systems and services. Define and evolve architectures aligned to customer needs, architectural principles, and secure-by-design standards. Contribute to technology and business roadmaps, identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement. Lead technical reviews, trade-off analyses, and risk assessments for major design decisions. Mentor and coach architects and engineers, raising capability across the technical community. Represent the organisation at senior customer forums, technical boards, and industry events. Support business development activities, including technical bids and proposal input. Champion best practice, reuse, and model-based design approaches. What You'll Bring Essential Experience & Skills: Proven expertise in system and service architecture (infrastructure, applications, data, networking, cloud). Knowledge of architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, MODAF, or NAF. Strong knowledge of 3GPP technical standards. Advanced understanding of secure system design and cyber security standards. Experience shaping architecture within Agile or SAFe delivery environments. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Ability to mentor, coach, and provide thought leadership. Technical Skills Must Have: 3GPP Specifications Amazon AWS Cloud Practitioner (certification or equivalent experience) Nice To Have: ArchiMate AWS Solutions Architect Certified TOGAF Enterprise Architect DevOps / DevSecOps ESN / TETRA Mission Critical Communications Desirable Experience Industry certifications (e.g., TOGAF, ArchiMate). Vendor certifications (e.g., AWS). Knowledge of emergency services communications environments. Experience with mission-critical communications software. Exposure to cloud-native, DevSecOps, and automation approaches. Experience contributing to enterprise technology strategy and international programmes. Background in service design, digital transformation, or operational modernisation. Experience presenting at senior technical boards or conferences. Security Clearance This role is subject to UK pre-employment screening in line with BPSS standards. Eligibility for Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) may be required.
03/03/2026
Contractor
Senior Technical Architect Location: Bristol (Hybrid Working Available) Start Date: ASAP Duration: 7 months + Rate: 95 - 105 per hour - Inside IR35 Shape the Future of Secure, Mission-Critical Systems Are you ready to lead technical design for complex, high-impact programmes? We're seeking a Senior Technical Architect to provide strategic technical leadership across critical systems and services. This is an opportunity to influence roadmaps, drive innovation, and ensure solutions are secure, resilient, and future-ready. Working in a collaborative, agile environment, you'll take ownership of architectural direction while mentoring others and engaging senior stakeholders. A hybrid working model is available, combining on-site collaboration in Bristol with remote flexibility. The Role As a Senior Technical Architect, you will: Act as the technical authority for systems and services. Define and evolve architectures aligned to customer needs, architectural principles, and secure-by-design standards. Contribute to technology and business roadmaps, identifying opportunities for innovation and improvement. Lead technical reviews, trade-off analyses, and risk assessments for major design decisions. Mentor and coach architects and engineers, raising capability across the technical community. Represent the organisation at senior customer forums, technical boards, and industry events. Support business development activities, including technical bids and proposal input. Champion best practice, reuse, and model-based design approaches. What You'll Bring Essential Experience & Skills: Proven expertise in system and service architecture (infrastructure, applications, data, networking, cloud). Knowledge of architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, MODAF, or NAF. Strong knowledge of 3GPP technical standards. Advanced understanding of secure system design and cyber security standards. Experience shaping architecture within Agile or SAFe delivery environments. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. Ability to mentor, coach, and provide thought leadership. Technical Skills Must Have: 3GPP Specifications Amazon AWS Cloud Practitioner (certification or equivalent experience) Nice To Have: ArchiMate AWS Solutions Architect Certified TOGAF Enterprise Architect DevOps / DevSecOps ESN / TETRA Mission Critical Communications Desirable Experience Industry certifications (e.g., TOGAF, ArchiMate). Vendor certifications (e.g., AWS). Knowledge of emergency services communications environments. Experience with mission-critical communications software. Exposure to cloud-native, DevSecOps, and automation approaches. Experience contributing to enterprise technology strategy and international programmes. Background in service design, digital transformation, or operational modernisation. Experience presenting at senior technical boards or conferences. Security Clearance This role is subject to UK pre-employment screening in line with BPSS standards. Eligibility for Security Check (SC) or Developed Vetting (DV) may be required.
Network IT is currently recruiting for an Interim Enterprise Architect, to join our client in the West Midlands on a 6 month initial contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead enterprise and solution architecture within a large-scale, complex technology environment, in a sector with dynamic challenges. You'll define and drive the architecture strategy across AI, infrastructure, data, applications, and business processes, ensuring all technical decisions align with both enterprise standards and the evolving needs in a challenging industry sector. You'll also have the opportunity to mentor a team of architects and analysts, collaborating with senior stakeholders up to the C suite level, to shape a long-term technology roadmap that supports digital transformation and operational efficiency. If you're looking for an opportunity to spearhead an architecture function, building credibility and relationships along the way, and delivering true digital transformation, this could be for you! Please note, our client is looking to agree a suitable hybrid working arrangement with the successful candidate due to workshops and stakeholders on site. Role: Interim Enterprise Architect Duration: 6 Months Status: Outside IR35 Rate: Negotiable Location: West Midlands Working Pattern: 3 days per week onsite Key Skills: A background in Enterprise Architecture, or a similar senior strategic IT Architecture role Ability to spearhead and lead the architecture function and capability, with a team of architects currently in place Develop the relationships of the architecture function with the wider business, and other stakeholders in IT, building credibility and influence to C suite and across the leadership team Architecture support to the implementation of a long term digital strategy, which will include key areas of IT such as platform management, data management, application alignment and AI Balancing long term thinking and strategy, within a complex and dynamic industry setting Demonstratable experience across a wide range of challenges within IT - infrastructure / cloud / security / applications / data An understanding of demand pipelining, time modelling and sequencing transformational projects Strong understanding of architecture standards, governance, frameworks and best practice (eg. TOGAF) Able to the mentor the current team, for long term development of current key resources within the team An understanding of managing funding within a public sector environment, facing off with governance boards for sign off eg. Local government, central government, NHS or education
03/03/2026
Contractor
Network IT is currently recruiting for an Interim Enterprise Architect, to join our client in the West Midlands on a 6 month initial contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead enterprise and solution architecture within a large-scale, complex technology environment, in a sector with dynamic challenges. You'll define and drive the architecture strategy across AI, infrastructure, data, applications, and business processes, ensuring all technical decisions align with both enterprise standards and the evolving needs in a challenging industry sector. You'll also have the opportunity to mentor a team of architects and analysts, collaborating with senior stakeholders up to the C suite level, to shape a long-term technology roadmap that supports digital transformation and operational efficiency. If you're looking for an opportunity to spearhead an architecture function, building credibility and relationships along the way, and delivering true digital transformation, this could be for you! Please note, our client is looking to agree a suitable hybrid working arrangement with the successful candidate due to workshops and stakeholders on site. Role: Interim Enterprise Architect Duration: 6 Months Status: Outside IR35 Rate: Negotiable Location: West Midlands Working Pattern: 3 days per week onsite Key Skills: A background in Enterprise Architecture, or a similar senior strategic IT Architecture role Ability to spearhead and lead the architecture function and capability, with a team of architects currently in place Develop the relationships of the architecture function with the wider business, and other stakeholders in IT, building credibility and influence to C suite and across the leadership team Architecture support to the implementation of a long term digital strategy, which will include key areas of IT such as platform management, data management, application alignment and AI Balancing long term thinking and strategy, within a complex and dynamic industry setting Demonstratable experience across a wide range of challenges within IT - infrastructure / cloud / security / applications / data An understanding of demand pipelining, time modelling and sequencing transformational projects Strong understanding of architecture standards, governance, frameworks and best practice (eg. TOGAF) Able to the mentor the current team, for long term development of current key resources within the team An understanding of managing funding within a public sector environment, facing off with governance boards for sign off eg. Local government, central government, NHS or education
MQ & WAS Senior Middleware Engineer 6 month contract with likely extension Inside IR35 via Umbrella Remote based Join a major transformation initiative modernising critical infrastructure across a large, well-established technology portfolio. We're looking for an experienced MQ & WAS Senior Middleware Engineer to support a long-term migration programme moving legacy SLES and Oracle Linux environments onto Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) on GCVE. This is a key engineering role within a 60-person delivery portfolio, working across 30+ projects and collaborating closely with architects, platform teams and application support teams. About the Programme You'll be joining a strategic programme addressing operational risk by migrating approximately 27% of the organisation's Unix server estate to RHEL. The initiative follows an incremental, agile PI-planning delivery model and runs alongside BAU upgrade workstreams. You'll play a central role in platform engineering, application deployment, performance tuning and automation to support successful delivery of this multi-year migration. What You'll Be Doing Install & Configure Middleware: IBM WAS (ND/Liberty), IBM HTTP Server, WebSphere Portal, MQ upgrades, and OS migration to RHEL. Deploy & Support Applications: Deploy enterprise applications (EAR/WAR), configure JDBC providers and JMS queues. Troubleshooting: Provide expert diagnostic support and root-cause analysis across complex distributed environments. Performance & Monitoring: Use tools such as AppDynamics, Wily Introscope or Tivoli to monitor JVMs, tune performance, manage capacity and ensure stability. Security Management: Implement SSL/TLS, manage certificates, authentication and authorisation (including OAM). Automation: Build scripts in Python, Bash, Perl, Jython or Ansible for deployment, configuration and operational automation. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless migration, share technical guidance and contribute to best-practice engineering. What You'll Bring Strong IBM MQ expertise (Queue Managers, Clustering, Distributed Queuing). Deep knowledge of IBM WebSphere Application Server (ND & Liberty), IHS, and plug-in configuration. Proficiency with Linux/UNIX platforms (SLES, Oracle Linux, RHEL) and Windows. Scripting experience - Bash, Python, Perl, PowerShell, Jython. Familiarity with CI/CD tooling (Jenkins, GitLab) and monitoring tools. Solid understanding of networking fundamentals - TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, load balancing. Knowledge of related technologies such as IBM ACE, Kafka or RabbitMQ. Experience with DevOps/SRE practices, ITIL processes, and Jira. If this role is of interest to you, and you have the appropriate skillset and experience, please apply now with an updated CV! Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
03/03/2026
Contractor
MQ & WAS Senior Middleware Engineer 6 month contract with likely extension Inside IR35 via Umbrella Remote based Join a major transformation initiative modernising critical infrastructure across a large, well-established technology portfolio. We're looking for an experienced MQ & WAS Senior Middleware Engineer to support a long-term migration programme moving legacy SLES and Oracle Linux environments onto Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) on GCVE. This is a key engineering role within a 60-person delivery portfolio, working across 30+ projects and collaborating closely with architects, platform teams and application support teams. About the Programme You'll be joining a strategic programme addressing operational risk by migrating approximately 27% of the organisation's Unix server estate to RHEL. The initiative follows an incremental, agile PI-planning delivery model and runs alongside BAU upgrade workstreams. You'll play a central role in platform engineering, application deployment, performance tuning and automation to support successful delivery of this multi-year migration. What You'll Be Doing Install & Configure Middleware: IBM WAS (ND/Liberty), IBM HTTP Server, WebSphere Portal, MQ upgrades, and OS migration to RHEL. Deploy & Support Applications: Deploy enterprise applications (EAR/WAR), configure JDBC providers and JMS queues. Troubleshooting: Provide expert diagnostic support and root-cause analysis across complex distributed environments. Performance & Monitoring: Use tools such as AppDynamics, Wily Introscope or Tivoli to monitor JVMs, tune performance, manage capacity and ensure stability. Security Management: Implement SSL/TLS, manage certificates, authentication and authorisation (including OAM). Automation: Build scripts in Python, Bash, Perl, Jython or Ansible for deployment, configuration and operational automation. Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless migration, share technical guidance and contribute to best-practice engineering. What You'll Bring Strong IBM MQ expertise (Queue Managers, Clustering, Distributed Queuing). Deep knowledge of IBM WebSphere Application Server (ND & Liberty), IHS, and plug-in configuration. Proficiency with Linux/UNIX platforms (SLES, Oracle Linux, RHEL) and Windows. Scripting experience - Bash, Python, Perl, PowerShell, Jython. Familiarity with CI/CD tooling (Jenkins, GitLab) and monitoring tools. Solid understanding of networking fundamentals - TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls, load balancing. Knowledge of related technologies such as IBM ACE, Kafka or RabbitMQ. Experience with DevOps/SRE practices, ITIL processes, and Jira. If this role is of interest to you, and you have the appropriate skillset and experience, please apply now with an updated CV! Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Staff Software Engineer - Back End About this role Do you love shaping the technical landscape and driving innovation across the organisation? Are you passionate about solving complex business problems and supporting multiple teams toward a shared technical vision? At Capital One, you'll be part of a community of technical leaders who drive engineering excellence, foster innovation, and deliver impactful solutions that meet real customer needs. What You'll Do Own and drive the technical strategy for a significant business outcome or technology domain, spanning multiple teams and influencing the overall technical direction Lead and coordinate the efforts of multiple teams, ensuring their collective work aligns with broader business objectives and technology strategy Proactively identify emerging patterns, define and evangelise best practices, and establish reusable frameworks that enhance engineering productivity Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, product owners, and architects Represent Capital One in external technical forums, contributing to vendor/industry discussions Drive service quality standards and practices for your domain, guiding complex incident resolution Develop and advocate for strategies to proactively manage technical debt across multiple teams Actively mentor and develop engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning What we're looking for Deep expertise in Java Deep expertise in system design and distributed architectures Track record of leading technical initiatives across multiple teams Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Proven experience setting a multi-team technical vision and strategy Strong track record of technical leadership and influence without authority Experience driving engineering standards and best practices across organisations Experience of steering Communities of Practice or technical forums Strong business acumen and ability to translate technical concepts for various audiences Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our office and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
03/03/2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Staff Software Engineer - Back End About this role Do you love shaping the technical landscape and driving innovation across the organisation? Are you passionate about solving complex business problems and supporting multiple teams toward a shared technical vision? At Capital One, you'll be part of a community of technical leaders who drive engineering excellence, foster innovation, and deliver impactful solutions that meet real customer needs. What You'll Do Own and drive the technical strategy for a significant business outcome or technology domain, spanning multiple teams and influencing the overall technical direction Lead and coordinate the efforts of multiple teams, ensuring their collective work aligns with broader business objectives and technology strategy Proactively identify emerging patterns, define and evangelise best practices, and establish reusable frameworks that enhance engineering productivity Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior leadership, product owners, and architects Represent Capital One in external technical forums, contributing to vendor/industry discussions Drive service quality standards and practices for your domain, guiding complex incident resolution Develop and advocate for strategies to proactively manage technical debt across multiple teams Actively mentor and develop engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning What we're looking for Deep expertise in Java Deep expertise in system design and distributed architectures Track record of leading technical initiatives across multiple teams Strong experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Proven experience setting a multi-team technical vision and strategy Strong track record of technical leadership and influence without authority Experience driving engineering standards and best practices across organisations Experience of steering Communities of Practice or technical forums Strong business acumen and ability to translate technical concepts for various audiences Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our office and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Enabled - focused on supporting associates with disabilities and neurodiversity Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Lead Software Development Engineer - Services About this role Capital One's mission is to change banking for good by bringing humanity, ingenuity and simplicity to banking. Sitting at the core of such values is our Software Engineering department whose primary role is to be an enabler of our ambitions. Capital One is looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer to join a backend team, based in our London office on a hybrid basis. Our Engineers are people who lead by example, build strong and valuable relationships and have the confidence to influence at all levels. We are proud of who we are and what we do and want you to join us at this particularly exciting time at Capital One. What you'll do You will lead a team or cross-functional squad in the delivery of complex and ambiguous projects that support a broader business outcome You will take end-to-end responsibility for technical design, implementation, and operational considerations Collaborate with engineers, architects, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes You will play a crucial role in supporting the elevation of engineering enablement, excellence, and experience across the broader engineering community You will collaborate and contribute to the development and dissemination of standardised and sustainable best practices, tools, patterns, and frameworks that enhance the productivity and quality of engineering efforts business-wide Your focus is on a major portion of existing or new team software (e.g., significant component, set of features, mid-size application or service) You'll work to achieve the goals and vision shared by Product Management and your Tribe Leadership Innovate within your team, initiative area and contribute within your technical domain What we're looking for Proven experience in technical leadership, including leading a team or cross-functional squad Proven experience working in both backend services and mobile technologies Exceptional programming skills and knowledge of building APIs using modern OO languages preferably Java, SOLID principles, SOA, HTTP and REST Experience with AWS and strong understanding of cloud-based development Extensive, demonstrable knowledge of designing architectures that are secure and perform at scale You're able to effectively communicate and work collaboratively across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste Proven experience ability to deliver high quality applications at scale An advocate for quality and the ability to support the team, leveraging approaches such as Pair Programming, TDD and BDD Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and will be based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be handsomely rewarded with a role contributing to the product roadmap for an organisation committed to transformation We're continuing our journey into the public cloud and have problems of scale, security, availability and performance for you to help solve We love continuous learning and that's why we give you 10% of your time to work on cutting edge innovative projects that shape the way we will work in the future We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We are committed to creating a level playing field and seek to create teams that are representative of our customers and the communities we serve. We'd love to hear from you if you identify with a typically under-represented group in our industry and are particularly keen to hear from women and ethnic minority candidates. We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
03/03/2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Lead Software Development Engineer - Services About this role Capital One's mission is to change banking for good by bringing humanity, ingenuity and simplicity to banking. Sitting at the core of such values is our Software Engineering department whose primary role is to be an enabler of our ambitions. Capital One is looking for a Senior Software Development Engineer to join a backend team, based in our London office on a hybrid basis. Our Engineers are people who lead by example, build strong and valuable relationships and have the confidence to influence at all levels. We are proud of who we are and what we do and want you to join us at this particularly exciting time at Capital One. What you'll do You will lead a team or cross-functional squad in the delivery of complex and ambiguous projects that support a broader business outcome You will take end-to-end responsibility for technical design, implementation, and operational considerations Collaborate with engineers, architects, product owners, and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes You will play a crucial role in supporting the elevation of engineering enablement, excellence, and experience across the broader engineering community You will collaborate and contribute to the development and dissemination of standardised and sustainable best practices, tools, patterns, and frameworks that enhance the productivity and quality of engineering efforts business-wide Your focus is on a major portion of existing or new team software (e.g., significant component, set of features, mid-size application or service) You'll work to achieve the goals and vision shared by Product Management and your Tribe Leadership Innovate within your team, initiative area and contribute within your technical domain What we're looking for Proven experience in technical leadership, including leading a team or cross-functional squad Proven experience working in both backend services and mobile technologies Exceptional programming skills and knowledge of building APIs using modern OO languages preferably Java, SOLID principles, SOA, HTTP and REST Experience with AWS and strong understanding of cloud-based development Extensive, demonstrable knowledge of designing architectures that are secure and perform at scale You're able to effectively communicate and work collaboratively across engineering to maximise inner-sourcing opportunities and reduce waste Proven experience ability to deliver high quality applications at scale An advocate for quality and the ability to support the team, leveraging approaches such as Pair Programming, TDD and BDD Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position and will be based in our London office. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be handsomely rewarded with a role contributing to the product roadmap for an organisation committed to transformation We're continuing our journey into the public cloud and have problems of scale, security, availability and performance for you to help solve We love continuous learning and that's why we give you 10% of your time to work on cutting edge innovative projects that shape the way we will work in the future We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We are committed to creating a level playing field and seek to create teams that are representative of our customers and the communities we serve. We'd love to hear from you if you identify with a typically under-represented group in our industry and are particularly keen to hear from women and ethnic minority candidates. We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved in, to name a few: REACH - Race Equality and Culture Heritage group focuses on representation, retention and engagement for associates from minority ethnic groups and allies OutFront - to provide LGBTQ+ support for all associates Mind Your Mind - signposting support and promoting positive mental wellbeing for all Women in Tech - promoting an inclusive environment in tech EmpowHER - network of female associates and allies focusing on developing future leaders, particularly for female talent in our industry Capital One is committed to diversity in the workplace. If you require a reasonable adjustment, please contact All information will be kept confidential and will only be used for the purpose of applying a reasonable adjustment. For technical support or questions about Capital One's recruiting process, please send an email to Capital One does not provide, endorse nor guarantee and is not liable for third-party products, services, educational tools or other information available through this site. Capital One Financial is made up of several different entities. Please note that any position posted in Canada is for Capital One Canada, any position posted in the United Kingdom is for Capital One Europe and any position posted in the Philippines is for Capital One Philippines Service Corp. (COPSSC). Who We Are At Capital One, we're building a leading information-based technology company. Still founder-led by Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Richard Fairbank, Capital One is on a mission to help our customers succeed by bringing ingenuity, simplicity, and humanity to banking. We measure our efforts by the success our customers enjoy and the advocacy they exhibit. We are succeeding because they are succeeding. Guided by our shared values, we thrive in an environment where collaboration and openness are valued. We believe that innovation is powered by perspective and that teamwork and respect for each other lead to superior results. We elevate each other and obsess about doing the right thing. Our associates serve with humility and a deep respect for their responsibility in helping our customers achieve their goals and realize their dreams. Together, we are on a quest to change banking for good.
Cloud DevOps Engineer x 2 - Manchester (2 Days Onsite) Up to £55,000 Up to £71,000 Hybrid Working MUST have active SC clearance We're hiring two Cloud DevOps Engineers to join high-performing Cloud Pods delivering enterprise-grade AWS platforms across the UK. If you enjoy building cloud platforms properly - automation-first, infrastructure-as-code driven, secure by design - this is for you. The Role You'll be part of a focused Cloud Pod, working in agile teams to design, build and evolve modern AWS platforms. Hands-on engineering across: AWS (enterprise environments) Terraform & Infrastructure as Code Kubernetes (EKS) Ansible GitLab & CI/CD pipelines AWS Landing Zone Accelerator (LZA) Hybrid cloud (including AWS Outposts) This isn't ticket-based support work. It's platform engineering with impact. You'll help drive: Reusable, standardised cloud platforms Secure landing zones (SCPs, CloudFormation, YAML) Monitoring, patching & lifecycle management DevOps best practice & automation Continuous improvement across architecture & engineering What You'll Bring Active SC clearance Strong hands-on AWS experience Terraform & automation mindset Kubernetes (EKS) knowledge CI/CD pipeline experience Solid infrastructure & networking fundamentals Experience working in agile environments Familiarity with ITIL frameworks Bonus if you've worked with: Landing Zone Accelerator (LZA) Identity Manager Enterprise multi-account AWS environments Why Join? Collaborative, supportive engineering culture Genuine investment in training & certifications Real enterprise cloud challenges Clear progression routes Hybrid working - 2 days per week in Manchester Two Opportunities Available Cloud DevOps Engineer - Up to £55k Senior Cloud DevOps Engineer - Up to £75k RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
03/03/2026
Full time
Cloud DevOps Engineer x 2 - Manchester (2 Days Onsite) Up to £55,000 Up to £71,000 Hybrid Working MUST have active SC clearance We're hiring two Cloud DevOps Engineers to join high-performing Cloud Pods delivering enterprise-grade AWS platforms across the UK. If you enjoy building cloud platforms properly - automation-first, infrastructure-as-code driven, secure by design - this is for you. The Role You'll be part of a focused Cloud Pod, working in agile teams to design, build and evolve modern AWS platforms. Hands-on engineering across: AWS (enterprise environments) Terraform & Infrastructure as Code Kubernetes (EKS) Ansible GitLab & CI/CD pipelines AWS Landing Zone Accelerator (LZA) Hybrid cloud (including AWS Outposts) This isn't ticket-based support work. It's platform engineering with impact. You'll help drive: Reusable, standardised cloud platforms Secure landing zones (SCPs, CloudFormation, YAML) Monitoring, patching & lifecycle management DevOps best practice & automation Continuous improvement across architecture & engineering What You'll Bring Active SC clearance Strong hands-on AWS experience Terraform & automation mindset Kubernetes (EKS) knowledge CI/CD pipeline experience Solid infrastructure & networking fundamentals Experience working in agile environments Familiarity with ITIL frameworks Bonus if you've worked with: Landing Zone Accelerator (LZA) Identity Manager Enterprise multi-account AWS environments Why Join? Collaborative, supportive engineering culture Genuine investment in training & certifications Real enterprise cloud challenges Clear progression routes Hybrid working - 2 days per week in Manchester Two Opportunities Available Cloud DevOps Engineer - Up to £55k Senior Cloud DevOps Engineer - Up to £75k RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Corporate IT Manager Sheffield (2-3 days onsite) £55,000-£60,000 Base Salary + £5,000 Car Allowance Private Medical Insurance 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Our client is a growing, multi-site organisation operating in a fast-moving, service-led environment. With continued expansion and increasing regulatory focus, the business is investing in strengthening its technology, security and digital capability. They are seeking a hands-on Corporate IT Manager to take ownership of the IT function and drive the next phase of maturity. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a visible leadership role with genuine influence. The successful candidate will shape IT strategy while remaining operationally involved, ensuring infrastructure, security and service delivery are robust, scalable and commercially aligned. Key Responsibilities: Define and deliver a forward-looking IT strategy aligned to business growth. Own infrastructure across networking, hybrid cloud (Azure) and VMware environments. Lead the Microsoft ecosystem including M365, Entra ID, Intune and endpoint security. Strengthen cybersecurity posture and lead ISO27001 accreditation. Design and embed BCP, disaster recovery and backup frameworks. Drive automation and productivity through Power Platform and Copilot. Manage a small internal support team alongside external IT partners and MSPs. Ensure strong governance, service excellence and cost control. Key Skills: Strong networking and infrastructure expertise across LAN, WAN, firewalls, VPN and cloud environments. Deep Microsoft 365 administration and architecture experience. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Intune and endpoint security management. Proven cybersecurity implementation experience including Defender, MFA, Conditional Access and DLP. Strong working knowledge of ISO27001, ideally having led or supported accreditation. Experience with Azure infrastructure and hybrid IT environments. Demonstrable experience designing BCP, disaster recovery and backup strategies. Experience managing hybrid IT models and third-party vendors or MSPs. Ability to translate business needs into a clear, commercially aligned IT strategy. Confident communicator able to engage effectively with both technical teams and senior stakeholders. We are an equal opportunity recruitment company. This means we welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age. We are particularly invested in Neurodiversity inclusion and offer reasonable adjustments in the interview process. Reasonable adjustments are changes that we can make in the interview process if your disability puts you at a disadvantage compared with others who are not disabled. If you would benefit from a reasonable adjustment in your interview process, please call or email one of our recruiters.
03/03/2026
Full time
Corporate IT Manager Sheffield (2-3 days onsite) £55,000-£60,000 Base Salary + £5,000 Car Allowance Private Medical Insurance 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Our client is a growing, multi-site organisation operating in a fast-moving, service-led environment. With continued expansion and increasing regulatory focus, the business is investing in strengthening its technology, security and digital capability. They are seeking a hands-on Corporate IT Manager to take ownership of the IT function and drive the next phase of maturity. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a visible leadership role with genuine influence. The successful candidate will shape IT strategy while remaining operationally involved, ensuring infrastructure, security and service delivery are robust, scalable and commercially aligned. Key Responsibilities: Define and deliver a forward-looking IT strategy aligned to business growth. Own infrastructure across networking, hybrid cloud (Azure) and VMware environments. Lead the Microsoft ecosystem including M365, Entra ID, Intune and endpoint security. Strengthen cybersecurity posture and lead ISO27001 accreditation. Design and embed BCP, disaster recovery and backup frameworks. Drive automation and productivity through Power Platform and Copilot. Manage a small internal support team alongside external IT partners and MSPs. Ensure strong governance, service excellence and cost control. Key Skills: Strong networking and infrastructure expertise across LAN, WAN, firewalls, VPN and cloud environments. Deep Microsoft 365 administration and architecture experience. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Intune and endpoint security management. Proven cybersecurity implementation experience including Defender, MFA, Conditional Access and DLP. Strong working knowledge of ISO27001, ideally having led or supported accreditation. Experience with Azure infrastructure and hybrid IT environments. Demonstrable experience designing BCP, disaster recovery and backup strategies. Experience managing hybrid IT models and third-party vendors or MSPs. Ability to translate business needs into a clear, commercially aligned IT strategy. Confident communicator able to engage effectively with both technical teams and senior stakeholders. We are an equal opportunity recruitment company. This means we welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age. We are particularly invested in Neurodiversity inclusion and offer reasonable adjustments in the interview process. Reasonable adjustments are changes that we can make in the interview process if your disability puts you at a disadvantage compared with others who are not disabled. If you would benefit from a reasonable adjustment in your interview process, please call or email one of our recruiters.
