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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.

Lead Software Security Engineer

BDO UK City, London

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons To ensure our services and applications are fit for the modern market, our IT team collaborates with every department. They develop, they explore and they implement the new ideas helping us to change the future of accounting, tax and business consulting. But, just as importantly, they maintain the tech that keeps us advancing. By testing and adopting the future of financial technical solutions, they find new and exciting ways to drive us forward. And you could too. In an IT role at BDO, you'll become part of a team that act as the backbone for our business. No matter who you are or what your skillset is, we'll give you the training and support you need to achieve whatever you put your mind to. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Lead Software Security Engineer to join our team. You will have a strong background in software development, security, and operations. This role is required to support the Digital Product Management team in embedding security requirements and best practices into new Digital Products and Services. You will work closely with the Digital Product Management and IT Security teams to establish and build the right security controls and quality state gates across the product lifecycle. This includes security tooling to manage these controls. In this busy and rewarding role, you'll also: Collaborate with software development teams to integrate security into the development lifecycle Own the cultural shift to a Security DevSecOps mindset Manage & implement security controls, tools, and processes to secure applications and infrastructure Monitor and respond to security incidents and threats in a timely manner Stay up-to-date with security trends and best practices to continuously improve security posture Automate security testing and deployment processes to ensure rapid and secure delivery of software Develop and maintain security documentation and training materials Develop and implement the product security strategy in alignment with organisational goals Integrate Application Security Tools within existing Development Processes Assist with the Planning & Execution of Application Penetration Tests Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the field of Application Security Define security NFR's and ensure these are met Report on compliance with security standards You'll be someone with: Strong experience in software development and security Proficient in scripting languages such as Powershell, YAML, JASON, etc. Collaborate with development teams to integrate security best practices into the secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) and ensure products are built securely Oversee vulnerability management and remediation efforts, including leading responses to pen test findings and security assessments Experience conducting risk assessments and threat modelling for software development and advise where necessary Experience in software security design review Strong knowledge of Agile, DevSecOps, System Engineer and or equivalent Knowledge of security standards and secure development principles such as NCSC Secure Development & Deployment Guidance, OWASP, NIST Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF - 800-218), Microsoft Azure Secure Development best practices, ISO27001 Experience with Azure cloud infrastructure, particularly Azure PaaS service Experience with Azure DevOps, particularly CI/CD and backlog management Prepare and present regular security reports to senior management, ensuring compliance with security standards and regulations Expertise with security tools and familiarity with DevSecOps processes Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (preferable) You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

15/10/2025

Full time

Ideas People Trust We're BDO. An accountancy and business advisory firm, providing the advice and solutions entrepreneurial organisations need to navigate today's changing world. We work with the companies that are Britain's economic engine - ambitious, entrepreneurially-spirited and high growth businesses that fuel the economy - and directly advise the owners and management teams that lead them. We'll broaden your horizons To ensure our services and applications are fit for the modern market, our IT team collaborates with every department. They develop, they explore and they implement the new ideas helping us to change the future of accounting, tax and business consulting. But, just as importantly, they maintain the tech that keeps us advancing. By testing and adopting the future of financial technical solutions, they find new and exciting ways to drive us forward. And you could too. In an IT role at BDO, you'll become part of a team that act as the backbone for our business. No matter who you are or what your skillset is, we'll give you the training and support you need to achieve whatever you put your mind to. We'll help you succeed Leading organisations trust us because of the quality of our advice. That quality grows from a thorough understanding of their business, and that understanding comes from working closely with them and building long-lasting relationships. You'll be someone who is both comfortable working proactively and managing your own tasks, as well as confident collaborating with others and communicating regularly with senior managers, directors, and BDO's partners to help businesses effectively. You'll be encouraged to identify and draw attention to opportunities for enhancing our delivery and providing additional services to organisations we work with. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Lead Software Security Engineer to join our team. You will have a strong background in software development, security, and operations. This role is required to support the Digital Product Management team in embedding security requirements and best practices into new Digital Products and Services. You will work closely with the Digital Product Management and IT Security teams to establish and build the right security controls and quality state gates across the product lifecycle. This includes security tooling to manage these controls. In this busy and rewarding role, you'll also: Collaborate with software development teams to integrate security into the development lifecycle Own the cultural shift to a Security DevSecOps mindset Manage & implement security controls, tools, and processes to secure applications and infrastructure Monitor and respond to security incidents and threats in a timely manner Stay up-to-date with security trends and best practices to continuously improve security posture Automate security testing and deployment processes to ensure rapid and secure delivery of software Develop and maintain security documentation and training materials Develop and implement the product security strategy in alignment with organisational goals Integrate Application Security Tools within existing Development Processes Assist with the Planning & Execution of Application Penetration Tests Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in the field of Application Security Define security NFR's and ensure these are met Report on compliance with security standards You'll be someone with: Strong experience in software development and security Proficient in scripting languages such as Powershell, YAML, JASON, etc. Collaborate with development teams to integrate security best practices into the secure software development lifecycle (SDLC) and ensure products are built securely Oversee vulnerability management and remediation efforts, including leading responses to pen test findings and security assessments Experience conducting risk assessments and threat modelling for software development and advise where necessary Experience in software security design review Strong knowledge of Agile, DevSecOps, System Engineer and or equivalent Knowledge of security standards and secure development principles such as NCSC Secure Development & Deployment Guidance, OWASP, NIST Secure Software Development Framework (SSDF - 800-218), Microsoft Azure Secure Development best practices, ISO27001 Experience with Azure cloud infrastructure, particularly Azure PaaS service Experience with Azure DevOps, particularly CI/CD and backlog management Prepare and present regular security reports to senior management, ensuring compliance with security standards and regulations Expertise with security tools and familiarity with DevSecOps processes Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (preferable) You'll be able to be yourself; we'll recognise and value you for who you are and celebrate and reward your contributions to the business. We're committed to agile working, and we offer every colleague the opportunity to work in ways that suit you, your teams, and the task at hand. At BDO, we'll help you achieve your personal goals and career ambitions, and we have programmes, resources, and frameworks that provide clarity and structure around career development. We're in it together Mutual support and respect is one of BDO's core values and we're proud of our distinctive, people-centred culture. From informal success conversations to formal mentoring and coaching, we'll support you at every stage in your career, whatever your personal and professional needs. Our agile working framework helps us stay connected, bringing teams together where and when it counts so they can share ideas and help one another. At BDO, you'll always have access to the people and resources you need to do your best work. We know that collaboration is the key to creating value for the companies we work with and satisfying experiences for our colleagues, so we've invested in state-of-the-art collaboration spaces in our offices. BDO's people represent a wealth of knowledge and expertise, and we'll encourage you to build your network, work alongside others, and share your skills and experiences. With a range of multidisciplinary events and dedicated resources, you'll never stop learning at BDO. We're looking forward to the future At BDO, we help entrepreneurial businesses to succeed, fuelling the UK economy. Our success is powered by our people, which is why we're always finding new ways to invest in you. Across the UK thousands of unique minds continue to come together to help companies we work with to achieve their ambitions We've got a clear purpose, and we're confident in our future, because we're adapting and evolving to build on our strengths, ensuring we continue to find the right combination of global reach, integrity and expertise. We shape the future together with openness and clarity, because we believe in empowering people to think creatively about how we can do things better.

3rd Line IT Support Engineer

Circle Recruitment Stevenage, Hertfordshire

3rd Line IT Support Engineer Education Organisation - Stevenage (1 day office-based, 4 days remote/onsite) Salary: £35K-£38K (DOE) Benefits: Up to 10% pension 28 days annual leave + bank holidays A leading education organisation based in Stevenage is seeking a skilled and proactive 3rd Line IT Support Engineer to join their Technology in Schools team. This hybrid role offers a mix of office-based, remote, and onsite work supporting educational settings across the region. Position Overview: As a 3rd Line IT Support Engineer, you'll be a senior technical escalation point, lead infrastructure projects, and contribute to pre-sales solution design. You'll work closely with internal teams, school stakeholders, and third-party providers to ensure seamless service delivery and continuous improvement. Key Skills Required: Windows Server (), Active Directory Familiarity with VMware and/or Hyper-V Strong hands-on experience with networking (LAN/WAN, Switching, Firewalls, VLANs) Advanced knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams) Experience with Microsoft Endpoint Manager / Intune Solid understanding of Azure (including Azure AD and virtual machines) Remote Desktop Services Backup and recovery solutions across cloud and on-prem environments Previous expereince in an Education/MSP setting - preferred Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Desirable Skills: Experience in technical pre-sales or consultancy roles Exposure to project management methodologies Commercial awareness and ability to align technical solutions with business needs Key Responsibilities: Lead and deliver IT infrastructure projects across educational settings Provide remote and onsite support across Hertfordshire Act as a senior escalation point for complex technical issues Collaborate with Account Managers to scope and design technical solutions Maintain technical documentation and contribute to service improvement Build trusted relationships with school stakeholders and internal teams What You'll Get: Competitive salary up to £38,000 DOE Hybrid working: 1 day in Stevenage office, 4 days remote/onsite Generous pension contribution (up to 10%) 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Supportive team environment with real career progression Opportunity to work on impactful projects in the education sector Apply now to (dot) com to join a forward-thinking MSP with a strong reputation and a friendly team culture. Key skills: MSP, 1st line, 2nd Line, 3rd Line, IT Support, Managed services, Microsoft, Azure, Office 365, IT Infrastructure, MSP, Education, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, St Albans, Welwyn Garden City, Hertford, Luton Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.

15/10/2025

Full time

3rd Line IT Support Engineer Education Organisation - Stevenage (1 day office-based, 4 days remote/onsite) Salary: £35K-£38K (DOE) Benefits: Up to 10% pension 28 days annual leave + bank holidays A leading education organisation based in Stevenage is seeking a skilled and proactive 3rd Line IT Support Engineer to join their Technology in Schools team. This hybrid role offers a mix of office-based, remote, and onsite work supporting educational settings across the region. Position Overview: As a 3rd Line IT Support Engineer, you'll be a senior technical escalation point, lead infrastructure projects, and contribute to pre-sales solution design. You'll work closely with internal teams, school stakeholders, and third-party providers to ensure seamless service delivery and continuous improvement. Key Skills Required: Windows Server (), Active Directory Familiarity with VMware and/or Hyper-V Strong hands-on experience with networking (LAN/WAN, Switching, Firewalls, VLANs) Advanced knowledge of Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams) Experience with Microsoft Endpoint Manager / Intune Solid understanding of Azure (including Azure AD and virtual machines) Remote Desktop Services Backup and recovery solutions across cloud and on-prem environments Previous expereince in an Education/MSP setting - preferred Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Desirable Skills: Experience in technical pre-sales or consultancy roles Exposure to project management methodologies Commercial awareness and ability to align technical solutions with business needs Key Responsibilities: Lead and deliver IT infrastructure projects across educational settings Provide remote and onsite support across Hertfordshire Act as a senior escalation point for complex technical issues Collaborate with Account Managers to scope and design technical solutions Maintain technical documentation and contribute to service improvement Build trusted relationships with school stakeholders and internal teams What You'll Get: Competitive salary up to £38,000 DOE Hybrid working: 1 day in Stevenage office, 4 days remote/onsite Generous pension contribution (up to 10%) 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays Supportive team environment with real career progression Opportunity to work on impactful projects in the education sector Apply now to (dot) com to join a forward-thinking MSP with a strong reputation and a friendly team culture. Key skills: MSP, 1st line, 2nd Line, 3rd Line, IT Support, Managed services, Microsoft, Azure, Office 365, IT Infrastructure, MSP, Education, Stevenage, Hertfordshire, St Albans, Welwyn Garden City, Hertford, Luton Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.

Senior Support Engineer

Circle Recruitment

Senior Engineer - Microsoft Cloud & Infrastructure Location: London (Office-based, occasional travel) Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 DOE Type: Full-time, Permanent The Opportunity My client, a well-established MSP with a strong technical reputation, is looking for a Senior Engineer to deliver cloud and infrastructure solutions for a growing client base. This is a hands-on position for an experienced engineer who enjoys autonomy, problem-solving, and working directly with clients to deliver secure, efficient Microsoft environments. The Role You will design, implement, and maintain Microsoft 365 and SharePoint environments, including Conditional Access and MDM policies. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will also provide technical leadership and ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery. Key Responsibilities Deploy and automate Microsoft 365 and SharePoint solutions Manage and configure firewalls (FortiGate preferred) Maintain cloud infrastructure, monitoring tools, and security documentation Build strong relationships with clients and manage projects within budget Provide leadership and cover during team absences What You'll Bring Strong background in Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Conditional Access, and MDM Experience with firewalls (FortiGate ideal) and networking Knowledge of PowerShell and Power BI an advantage Proven experience in an MSP or multi-client environment What's On Offer £40,000 - £45,000 salary depending on experience Technical autonomy with room to innovate Ongoing training and development in new technologies Clear path for career progression to senior leadership Flexible benefits including childcare vouchers and medical cover Apply Now If you are ready to take ownership of your technical environment and deliver high-impact Microsoft solutions, apply today to become the next Senior Engineer with my client. Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.

15/10/2025

Full time

Senior Engineer - Microsoft Cloud & Infrastructure Location: London (Office-based, occasional travel) Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 DOE Type: Full-time, Permanent The Opportunity My client, a well-established MSP with a strong technical reputation, is looking for a Senior Engineer to deliver cloud and infrastructure solutions for a growing client base. This is a hands-on position for an experienced engineer who enjoys autonomy, problem-solving, and working directly with clients to deliver secure, efficient Microsoft environments. The Role You will design, implement, and maintain Microsoft 365 and SharePoint environments, including Conditional Access and MDM policies. Reporting to the Managing Director, you will also provide technical leadership and ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery. Key Responsibilities Deploy and automate Microsoft 365 and SharePoint solutions Manage and configure firewalls (FortiGate preferred) Maintain cloud infrastructure, monitoring tools, and security documentation Build strong relationships with clients and manage projects within budget Provide leadership and cover during team absences What You'll Bring Strong background in Microsoft 365, SharePoint, Conditional Access, and MDM Experience with firewalls (FortiGate ideal) and networking Knowledge of PowerShell and Power BI an advantage Proven experience in an MSP or multi-client environment What's On Offer £40,000 - £45,000 salary depending on experience Technical autonomy with room to innovate Ongoing training and development in new technologies Clear path for career progression to senior leadership Flexible benefits including childcare vouchers and medical cover Apply Now If you are ready to take ownership of your technical environment and deliver high-impact Microsoft solutions, apply today to become the next Senior Engineer with my client. Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.

Structured Cabling Engineer

DCS Recruitment Limited Bristol, Gloucestershire

Senior Structured Cabling Engineer - Bristol (Commutable) DCS Recruitment are currently seeking senior structured cabling engineers with experience of both installation and supervision of data, fibre, and containment scopes of work, on behalf of a national data communications client. Salary (phone number removed) - this is negotiable for the right person DOE Schedule Standard working hours are typically 7am-4pm, Monday to Friday. Overtime (OOH and weekend) working may on occasion be required, various uplifts apply. The Engineer This role will involve all aspects of physical network infrastructure including copper (CAT5/6/7), fibre (single mode and multi mode), and containment installation, as well as performance testing (fluke/OTDR), therefore the successful engineer will be competent in each of these areas. The successful engineer will: Be able to diagnose problems and suggest solutions. Posess strong communication skills. Compliance with job attendance reports will be critical to this scope of works therefore experience with iauditor or equivalent will be useful. Be a competent surveyor for install proposal and solution recommendations. Essential requirements ECS - Preferably carrying a discipline relating to the network infrastructure industry, or a legacy card e.g. datacomms specialist or CNIT Right to work in the UK A solid understanding of BS standards for cabling and containment e.g. BS 7671, BS EN 50173 (generic cabling), and BS EN 5017 IPAF licence Desirable skills/qualifications IPAF City & Guilds / CNCI / CNIDP / CNIT SSSTS or SMSTS IOSH To discuss further, please apply online to receive a call back, or call Melanie at DCS Recruitment on (phone number removed) (option 2). DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality

15/10/2025

Full time

Senior Structured Cabling Engineer - Bristol (Commutable) DCS Recruitment are currently seeking senior structured cabling engineers with experience of both installation and supervision of data, fibre, and containment scopes of work, on behalf of a national data communications client. Salary (phone number removed) - this is negotiable for the right person DOE Schedule Standard working hours are typically 7am-4pm, Monday to Friday. Overtime (OOH and weekend) working may on occasion be required, various uplifts apply. The Engineer This role will involve all aspects of physical network infrastructure including copper (CAT5/6/7), fibre (single mode and multi mode), and containment installation, as well as performance testing (fluke/OTDR), therefore the successful engineer will be competent in each of these areas. The successful engineer will: Be able to diagnose problems and suggest solutions. Posess strong communication skills. Compliance with job attendance reports will be critical to this scope of works therefore experience with iauditor or equivalent will be useful. Be a competent surveyor for install proposal and solution recommendations. Essential requirements ECS - Preferably carrying a discipline relating to the network infrastructure industry, or a legacy card e.g. datacomms specialist or CNIT Right to work in the UK A solid understanding of BS standards for cabling and containment e.g. BS 7671, BS EN 50173 (generic cabling), and BS EN 5017 IPAF licence Desirable skills/qualifications IPAF City & Guilds / CNCI / CNIDP / CNIT SSSTS or SMSTS IOSH To discuss further, please apply online to receive a call back, or call Melanie at DCS Recruitment on (phone number removed) (option 2). DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality

Business Development Manager

Kathryn Rose Consultancy Serviced Limited City, Manchester

Business Development Manager Construction M&E Public Sector Manchester Area Hybrid (2 days Work From Home / 3 days office-based). Are you a highly driven, ambitious, and commercially sharp business development professional ready to take ownership of a rapidly scaling company's public sector pipeline? We are working with a growing firm specialising in large-scale retrofit projects, offering expertise in professional engineering services design, project management, and mechanical and electrical contracting. They are scaling up to take on more significant public sector challenges, and need a Business Development Manager to lead the charge. This is a key leadership role where you will be instrumental in shaping the direction of our business. If you are ready to build strong, long-term client relationships and thrive on spotting opportunities, this role is for you. An attractive salary and £100,000 per annum OTE is available for the right individual. Key Responsibilities As the Commercial Development Manager, you will focus on the promotion, development, and successful award of public sector contracts. Lead Public Sector Sales: Develop and execute a targeted business development strategy to secure contracts for public sector decarbonisation and large-scale retrofit projects. Pipeline Generation: Proactively identify new commercial opportunities and leads before they reach tender portals by conducting research, networking, and attending industry events. Client Relationship Building: Build, maintain, and grow a strong network of contacts and become the go-to person for key decision-makers within sectors like education, healthcare, local authorities, and housing associations. Sales Cycle Management: Own the entire sales cycle, including managing and tracking client meetings, follow-ups, and providing input to support bid preparation and maximise win rates. Performance Monitoring: Monitor and manage KPIs related to quote conversion rates, pipeline health, and sales forecasting, providing regular reports to senior management. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with management, technical, and the bid team to ensure successful project handovers and maximise repeat business opportunities. Administration: Maintain accurate records of all business development activities, CRM entries, and tender progress. Experience needed You will have a proven track record of winning public sector business and strong established contacts within public procurement and decision-making bodies. Public Sector Expertise: Strong track record of securing public sector contracts, with well-established contacts and deep knowledge of public procurement processes. Industry Experience: Proven experience in business development and client management within the building services, construction, or low energy building sectors. Sales Management: Experience proactively managing a sales pipeline, client meetings, and related KPIs to drive sustainable project growth. Communication Skills: Excellent communication and networking skills with the ability to influence at senior levels and build trusted, long-term relationships. Organisational Skills: Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously. Technical Proficiency: Proficient in CRM systems, MS Office suite, and business reporting tools. Desirable Knowledge: Knowledge of sustainable building practices and low energy building design is highly desirable. Kathryn Rose Consultancy Services Limited is acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of the end client.

15/10/2025

Full time

Business Development Manager Construction M&E Public Sector Manchester Area Hybrid (2 days Work From Home / 3 days office-based). Are you a highly driven, ambitious, and commercially sharp business development professional ready to take ownership of a rapidly scaling company's public sector pipeline? We are working with a growing firm specialising in large-scale retrofit projects, offering expertise in professional engineering services design, project management, and mechanical and electrical contracting. They are scaling up to take on more significant public sector challenges, and need a Business Development Manager to lead the charge. This is a key leadership role where you will be instrumental in shaping the direction of our business. If you are ready to build strong, long-term client relationships and thrive on spotting opportunities, this role is for you. An attractive salary and £100,000 per annum OTE is available for the right individual. Key Responsibilities As the Commercial Development Manager, you will focus on the promotion, development, and successful award of public sector contracts. Lead Public Sector Sales: Develop and execute a targeted business development strategy to secure contracts for public sector decarbonisation and large-scale retrofit projects. Pipeline Generation: Proactively identify new commercial opportunities and leads before they reach tender portals by conducting research, networking, and attending industry events. Client Relationship Building: Build, maintain, and grow a strong network of contacts and become the go-to person for key decision-makers within sectors like education, healthcare, local authorities, and housing associations. Sales Cycle Management: Own the entire sales cycle, including managing and tracking client meetings, follow-ups, and providing input to support bid preparation and maximise win rates. Performance Monitoring: Monitor and manage KPIs related to quote conversion rates, pipeline health, and sales forecasting, providing regular reports to senior management. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with management, technical, and the bid team to ensure successful project handovers and maximise repeat business opportunities. Administration: Maintain accurate records of all business development activities, CRM entries, and tender progress. Experience needed You will have a proven track record of winning public sector business and strong established contacts within public procurement and decision-making bodies. Public Sector Expertise: Strong track record of securing public sector contracts, with well-established contacts and deep knowledge of public procurement processes. Industry Experience: Proven experience in business development and client management within the building services, construction, or low energy building sectors. Sales Management: Experience proactively managing a sales pipeline, client meetings, and related KPIs to drive sustainable project growth. Communication Skills: Excellent communication and networking skills with the ability to influence at senior levels and build trusted, long-term relationships. Organisational Skills: Highly organised with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously. Technical Proficiency: Proficient in CRM systems, MS Office suite, and business reporting tools. Desirable Knowledge: Knowledge of sustainable building practices and low energy building design is highly desirable. Kathryn Rose Consultancy Services Limited is acting as a recruitment agency on behalf of the end client.

Business Development Manager

Humres Maidstone, Kent

About the Client Our client is a multi-service facilities partner providing specialist electrical, lighting, and compliance services to leading property and facilities management companies. With a strong technical heritage and cross-divisional support from related service areas, they deliver reliable, data-driven solutions that enhance building performance and compliance. Roles & Responsibilities Develop and maintain strong relationships with facilities management companies, managing agents, and property owners. Identify and win new business opportunities within the FM sector for electrical maintenance, testing, lighting, and EV charging services. Leverage existing group customer relationships to identify additional service opportunities. Map key decision makers and maintain consistent client engagement. Collaborate with internal technical teams to deliver coordinated and commercially sound proposals. Build and manage a strong sales pipeline with accurate forecasting and reporting. Prepare tenders, proposals, and negotiate contracts to secure profitable growth. Conduct client site visits to maintain relationships and identify new opportunities. Represent the company at trade events, meetings, and networking forums. Qualifications Proven experience in B2B sales or business development within facilities management, property, or building services. Track record of securing and managing FM or managing agent accounts. Strong understanding of compliance, electrical, or M&E service delivery. Skilled in pricing, tendering, and commercial negotiation. Excellent communication and presentation abilities with senior stakeholders. Self-motivated, organised, and target-driven. Field-based sales experience; full UK driving licence required. Electrical, engineering, or business qualification (desirable). Benefits Competitive base salary with commission and performance bonus. Company car allowance. Hybrid working model (office, field, and home). Genuine career progression opportunities within a rapidly expanding group. Supportive and collaborative culture backed by technical expertise

15/10/2025

Full time

About the Client Our client is a multi-service facilities partner providing specialist electrical, lighting, and compliance services to leading property and facilities management companies. With a strong technical heritage and cross-divisional support from related service areas, they deliver reliable, data-driven solutions that enhance building performance and compliance. Roles & Responsibilities Develop and maintain strong relationships with facilities management companies, managing agents, and property owners. Identify and win new business opportunities within the FM sector for electrical maintenance, testing, lighting, and EV charging services. Leverage existing group customer relationships to identify additional service opportunities. Map key decision makers and maintain consistent client engagement. Collaborate with internal technical teams to deliver coordinated and commercially sound proposals. Build and manage a strong sales pipeline with accurate forecasting and reporting. Prepare tenders, proposals, and negotiate contracts to secure profitable growth. Conduct client site visits to maintain relationships and identify new opportunities. Represent the company at trade events, meetings, and networking forums. Qualifications Proven experience in B2B sales or business development within facilities management, property, or building services. Track record of securing and managing FM or managing agent accounts. Strong understanding of compliance, electrical, or M&E service delivery. Skilled in pricing, tendering, and commercial negotiation. Excellent communication and presentation abilities with senior stakeholders. Self-motivated, organised, and target-driven. Field-based sales experience; full UK driving licence required. Electrical, engineering, or business qualification (desirable). Benefits Competitive base salary with commission and performance bonus. Company car allowance. Hybrid working model (office, field, and home). Genuine career progression opportunities within a rapidly expanding group. Supportive and collaborative culture backed by technical expertise

Data Cabling Engineer

TXM Recruit Bletchley, Buckinghamshire

TXM Recruit is working in partnership with a leading Data Cabling firm, who are looking for Senior Data Engineers to join their business on an exciting new project in Milton Keynes, working with a company who specialize in the installation of copper and fibre network cabling. Due to continued growth, we are now looking to employ a full time Senior Data Cabling Engineer on a permanent basis, to work in Milton Keynes and surrounding areas. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS CNET Certification Full Uk driving licence ECS/CSCS card (desirable) Hours : Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week. Overtime available. Some projects may require further travel than normal and even staying away on some days during the week. REQUIRED EXPEREINCE Cat6 - Cat6a Installation & Termination. Installation of Trunking and various other containment. Cabinet changes & tidies Fibre Optic Installation Voice Cabling & Troubleshooting Wifi Access Point Installation Experience Ability to read drawings Pay : £35 000 - £37 500 Per annum. This is a permanent position, suitable for someone looking for long-term career prospects. Company vehicle and fuel card provided If you would be interested in finding out more, please apply or contact Matt Bees at TXM Recruit.

15/10/2025

Full time

TXM Recruit is working in partnership with a leading Data Cabling firm, who are looking for Senior Data Engineers to join their business on an exciting new project in Milton Keynes, working with a company who specialize in the installation of copper and fibre network cabling. Due to continued growth, we are now looking to employ a full time Senior Data Cabling Engineer on a permanent basis, to work in Milton Keynes and surrounding areas. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS CNET Certification Full Uk driving licence ECS/CSCS card (desirable) Hours : Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week. Overtime available. Some projects may require further travel than normal and even staying away on some days during the week. REQUIRED EXPEREINCE Cat6 - Cat6a Installation & Termination. Installation of Trunking and various other containment. Cabinet changes & tidies Fibre Optic Installation Voice Cabling & Troubleshooting Wifi Access Point Installation Experience Ability to read drawings Pay : £35 000 - £37 500 Per annum. This is a permanent position, suitable for someone looking for long-term career prospects. Company vehicle and fuel card provided If you would be interested in finding out more, please apply or contact Matt Bees at TXM Recruit.

Senior Email Engineer - Perm

Lorien

Job Title: Senior Email Engineer Location: London (Hybrid) 2 days a week Department: Workplace Engineering/IT Infrastructure Total Package : £115,000 - £145,000 About the Role The Senior Email Engineer will be responsible for leading the design, operation, and optimization of enterprise-level Microsoft Exchange systems across on-premises and cloud environments. This hands-on leadership role involves managing a small but skilled team, ensuring automation, compliance, and security standards are met, while continuously enhancing the reliability and performance of email infrastructure. The role also plays a key part in developing long-term strategies, integrating with broader workplace technologies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust and secure communication systems across the organization. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management Lead, mentor, and support a junior engineer, fostering collaboration and continuous learning. Technical Ownership Oversee operations, maintenance, and upgrades of Microsoft Exchange Server, Exchange Online, and related email systems. Ensure smooth integration with collaboration and business applications. Define, implement, and enforce policies, standards, and best practices for email usage and compliance. System Optimization & Upgrades Drive performance optimization, consolidation, and life cycle management of email platforms. Implement system updates, patches, and new feature rollouts. Security & Compliance Manage and maintain security controls using tools such as Microsoft Defender for Office 365 (ATP), Purview, Enterprise Vault, and Mail Flow rules. Conduct risk assessments and enforce compliance with internal and regulatory policies. Continuity & Disaster Recovery Design and maintain disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity strategies for email services. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with business and IT stakeholders to ensure the email infrastructure supports organizational goals. Collaborate with teams across Security, Network, and Application domains to align on infrastructure strategy. Documentation & Reporting Maintain technical documentation and operational runbooks. Monitor and report on system performance, KPIs, and service improvements. What You'll Bring Deep technical expertise in Microsoft Exchange Server , Exchange Online , and PostFix email technologies. Strong understanding of email security, compliance, and backup tools (eg Purview, Enterprise Vault, Commvault, Defender for Office 365). Familiarity with the Microsoft Modern Workplace ecosystem (Entra, Intune, Teams, Enterprise Apps, Licensing). Experience with automation and DevOps tools such as Power Shell, Azure DevOps , Azure Automation , Terraform , Ansible , Service-Now, and Dell One Identity . Proven ability to develop and execute strategies for email system management. Strong risk management and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and leadership skills with a focus on stakeholder management. Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Exchange Administrator Associate or Microsoft 365 Certified: Messaging Administrator Associate are highly desirable. What's Offered Competitive salary and annual performance bonus. Comprehensive benefits including pension, medical, dental, and life insurance. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and volunteering days. Flexible working options (hybrid). Professional growth and certification support. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

15/10/2025

Full time

Job Title: Senior Email Engineer Location: London (Hybrid) 2 days a week Department: Workplace Engineering/IT Infrastructure Total Package : £115,000 - £145,000 About the Role The Senior Email Engineer will be responsible for leading the design, operation, and optimization of enterprise-level Microsoft Exchange systems across on-premises and cloud environments. This hands-on leadership role involves managing a small but skilled team, ensuring automation, compliance, and security standards are met, while continuously enhancing the reliability and performance of email infrastructure. The role also plays a key part in developing long-term strategies, integrating with broader workplace technologies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure robust and secure communication systems across the organization. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Management Lead, mentor, and support a junior engineer, fostering collaboration and continuous learning. Technical Ownership Oversee operations, maintenance, and upgrades of Microsoft Exchange Server, Exchange Online, and related email systems. Ensure smooth integration with collaboration and business applications. Define, implement, and enforce policies, standards, and best practices for email usage and compliance. System Optimization & Upgrades Drive performance optimization, consolidation, and life cycle management of email platforms. Implement system updates, patches, and new feature rollouts. Security & Compliance Manage and maintain security controls using tools such as Microsoft Defender for Office 365 (ATP), Purview, Enterprise Vault, and Mail Flow rules. Conduct risk assessments and enforce compliance with internal and regulatory policies. Continuity & Disaster Recovery Design and maintain disaster recovery, backup, and business continuity strategies for email services. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with business and IT stakeholders to ensure the email infrastructure supports organizational goals. Collaborate with teams across Security, Network, and Application domains to align on infrastructure strategy. Documentation & Reporting Maintain technical documentation and operational runbooks. Monitor and report on system performance, KPIs, and service improvements. What You'll Bring Deep technical expertise in Microsoft Exchange Server , Exchange Online , and PostFix email technologies. Strong understanding of email security, compliance, and backup tools (eg Purview, Enterprise Vault, Commvault, Defender for Office 365). Familiarity with the Microsoft Modern Workplace ecosystem (Entra, Intune, Teams, Enterprise Apps, Licensing). Experience with automation and DevOps tools such as Power Shell, Azure DevOps , Azure Automation , Terraform , Ansible , Service-Now, and Dell One Identity . Proven ability to develop and execute strategies for email system management. Strong risk management and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and leadership skills with a focus on stakeholder management. Relevant certifications such as Microsoft Certified: Exchange Administrator Associate or Microsoft 365 Certified: Messaging Administrator Associate are highly desirable. What's Offered Competitive salary and annual performance bonus. Comprehensive benefits including pension, medical, dental, and life insurance. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and volunteering days. Flexible working options (hybrid). Professional growth and certification support. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Security Architect

LA International Computer Consultants Ltd Leeds, Yorkshire

Security Architect 6 Month contract initially Based: Remote/Leeds - Max 4 days p/w onsite Rate: £475 - £500 p/d - (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a Security Architect to join the team. We are looking for an exceptionally seasoned Security Architect with deep progressive experience, including extensive leadership in designing and implementing robust security architectures, particularly within large-scale cloud environments and the highly regulated financial domain. This role demands a deep understanding of complex security challenges, a proven track record of strategic influence, and the ability to translate business requirements into secure, scalable, and compliant technical solutions. Key Responsibilities: * Strategic Security Leadership: Define, evangelize, and evolve the overall cloud security architecture strategy and roadmap, aligning with business objectives, relevant European regulatory requirements (eg, GDPR, DORA, PSD2, NIS2 Directive), and industry best practices. Act as a trusted security advisor to senior leadership, engineering teams, and business units on all aspects of cloud security. Lead the development and implementation of security architectural standards, patterns, and guidelines for cloud-native and hybrid-cloud deployments. * Solution Design & Assurance: Provide expert security architecture guidance for critical enterprise applications, infrastructure, and data platforms, with a strong focus on secure-by-design principles. Conduct comprehensive security architecture reviews of high-level and low-level designs, identifying risks, proposing effective controls, and ensuring adherence to security policies. Drive the selection and integration of security technologies and services within cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, GCP preferred). * Risk & Compliance Management: Lead threat modelling, risk assessments, and security posture management across cloud environments. Ensure architectural designs meet stringent regulatory compliance requirements relevant to the financial industry in Europe (eg, data residency, privacy, operational resilience). Develop and implement security controls that align with frameworks like NIST CSF, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and CSA CCM. * DevSecOps & Automation: Champion the integration of security into the entire SDLC (DevSecOps), promoting automated security testing, continuous compliance, and secure configuration management. Design secure CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (IaC) templates. Your Profile Key Skills & Experience: * Deep progressive experience in Information Security, with a significant focus on Security Architecture. * Ideally 5+ years of hands-on experience specifically in Cloud Security Architecture for enterprise-scale deployments across at least one major public cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Multi-cloud experience is highly preferred. * Deep expertise in financial services domain security, including understanding of common threats, European regulatory requirements (eg, PSD2, DORA, EBA guidelines), and data privacy mandates (GDPR). * Extensive knowledge of security architecture principles for: * Identity & Access Management (IAM) in cloud (eg, AWS IAM, Azure AD, GCP IAM). * Network Security (VPCs, Firewalls, WAFs, micro-segmentation, private connectivity). * Data Security (encryption at rest/in transit, KMS, data classification, DLP). * Application Security (secure coding, API security, SAST/DAST, WAF integration). * Container Security (Kubernetes, Docker, service mesh). * Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and logging strategies. * Zero Trust Architecture principles. * Proven experience with DevSecOps methodologies and securing CI/CD pipelines. * Strong understanding of security frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CSA CCM, and experience in translating these into practical architectural designs. * Hands-on experience with security tools and technologies for vulnerability management, secrets management, cloud security posture management (CSPM), and cloud workload protection platforms (CWPP). * Relevant industry certifications are highly desirable (eg, TOGAF, CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer). This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

15/10/2025

Contractor

Security Architect 6 Month contract initially Based: Remote/Leeds - Max 4 days p/w onsite Rate: £475 - £500 p/d - (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a Security Architect to join the team. We are looking for an exceptionally seasoned Security Architect with deep progressive experience, including extensive leadership in designing and implementing robust security architectures, particularly within large-scale cloud environments and the highly regulated financial domain. This role demands a deep understanding of complex security challenges, a proven track record of strategic influence, and the ability to translate business requirements into secure, scalable, and compliant technical solutions. Key Responsibilities: * Strategic Security Leadership: Define, evangelize, and evolve the overall cloud security architecture strategy and roadmap, aligning with business objectives, relevant European regulatory requirements (eg, GDPR, DORA, PSD2, NIS2 Directive), and industry best practices. Act as a trusted security advisor to senior leadership, engineering teams, and business units on all aspects of cloud security. Lead the development and implementation of security architectural standards, patterns, and guidelines for cloud-native and hybrid-cloud deployments. * Solution Design & Assurance: Provide expert security architecture guidance for critical enterprise applications, infrastructure, and data platforms, with a strong focus on secure-by-design principles. Conduct comprehensive security architecture reviews of high-level and low-level designs, identifying risks, proposing effective controls, and ensuring adherence to security policies. Drive the selection and integration of security technologies and services within cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, GCP preferred). * Risk & Compliance Management: Lead threat modelling, risk assessments, and security posture management across cloud environments. Ensure architectural designs meet stringent regulatory compliance requirements relevant to the financial industry in Europe (eg, data residency, privacy, operational resilience). Develop and implement security controls that align with frameworks like NIST CSF, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and CSA CCM. * DevSecOps & Automation: Champion the integration of security into the entire SDLC (DevSecOps), promoting automated security testing, continuous compliance, and secure configuration management. Design secure CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure as code (IaC) templates. Your Profile Key Skills & Experience: * Deep progressive experience in Information Security, with a significant focus on Security Architecture. * Ideally 5+ years of hands-on experience specifically in Cloud Security Architecture for enterprise-scale deployments across at least one major public cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP). Multi-cloud experience is highly preferred. * Deep expertise in financial services domain security, including understanding of common threats, European regulatory requirements (eg, PSD2, DORA, EBA guidelines), and data privacy mandates (GDPR). * Extensive knowledge of security architecture principles for: * Identity & Access Management (IAM) in cloud (eg, AWS IAM, Azure AD, GCP IAM). * Network Security (VPCs, Firewalls, WAFs, micro-segmentation, private connectivity). * Data Security (encryption at rest/in transit, KMS, data classification, DLP). * Application Security (secure coding, API security, SAST/DAST, WAF integration). * Container Security (Kubernetes, Docker, service mesh). * Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) and logging strategies. * Zero Trust Architecture principles. * Proven experience with DevSecOps methodologies and securing CI/CD pipelines. * Strong understanding of security frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, CSA CCM, and experience in translating these into practical architectural designs. * Hands-on experience with security tools and technologies for vulnerability management, secrets management, cloud security posture management (CSPM), and cloud workload protection platforms (CWPP). * Relevant industry certifications are highly desirable (eg, TOGAF, CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Security - Specialty, Azure Security Engineer Associate, GCP Professional Cloud Security Engineer). This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Senior GCP Cloud Infra Engineer

LA International Computer Consultants Ltd Bristol, Somerset

Senior GCP Infrastructure Engineer 6 Month contract initially Based: Remote/Bristol or Leeds or Halifax or Manchester or Edinburgh or London - Max 2 days p/w onsite Rate: £525 - £550 p/d - (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a number of Senior GCP Infrastructure Engineers to join the team. We're looking to recruit Senior GCP Infra DevOps Engineer to be part of our Public Cloud Platform and help achieve our mission to provide compliant and efficient Google Cloud Infra, product and DevOps capabilities for the Group and drive innovation to enable customers to have rapid and seamless Google Cloud Adoption and build their business journeys more scalable, resilient and efficient. Your role will be part of a cross-disciplinary feature team in addition to being a highly experienced member of our wider engineering team delivering change. Key Responsibilities: * Bring in your GCP Cloud Infra and Engineering skills to curate and engineer Cloud Resources and make their Cloud Adoption journey seamless. * Identify areas of improvement and innovation harnessing your Google Cloud competencies to make services more Secure, reliant, self-serve and autonomous. * Hands-on GCP Cloud Engineering with a strong GCP DevOps and CI/CD background * Deep expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and proven experience in Terraform/Terraform Cloud. * Strong hands on experience on curating GCP Cloud Products and Infrastructure * Build automated workflows around the products using Python Scripting. * Proficient in Google Kubernetes (GKE), Container, Istio Service Mesh, Cluster Management * Audit and restructure existing Terraform modules and state files * Migrate Legacy configurations into unified, reusable templates * Implement security-focused Terraform modules with Embedded guardrails and policy-as-code (eg, Sentinel, OPA) * Enforce GCP Org Policies with constraints like IP restrictions, network policy, Access Management, encryption, and region control for secure, compliant cloud governance * CI/CD Integration * Implement automation pipelines for infrastructure-as-code deployments Key Skills & Experience: * GCP Cloud Engineering, GCP DevOps & Infra * Terraform/Terraform Cloud (IaaC) * Python Scripting. * Harness, Jenkins, GitHub * Google Kubernetes (GKE), Container, Istio Service Mesh * GCP Organisation Policy, Custom Org Policy (Policy as a Code) - Sentinel/OPA * GCP and Terraform Certified * Good to have experience working in an IDE Platform for Cloud Engineering (eg Backstage) This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

15/10/2025

Contractor

Senior GCP Infrastructure Engineer 6 Month contract initially Based: Remote/Bristol or Leeds or Halifax or Manchester or Edinburgh or London - Max 2 days p/w onsite Rate: £525 - £550 p/d - (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a number of Senior GCP Infrastructure Engineers to join the team. We're looking to recruit Senior GCP Infra DevOps Engineer to be part of our Public Cloud Platform and help achieve our mission to provide compliant and efficient Google Cloud Infra, product and DevOps capabilities for the Group and drive innovation to enable customers to have rapid and seamless Google Cloud Adoption and build their business journeys more scalable, resilient and efficient. Your role will be part of a cross-disciplinary feature team in addition to being a highly experienced member of our wider engineering team delivering change. Key Responsibilities: * Bring in your GCP Cloud Infra and Engineering skills to curate and engineer Cloud Resources and make their Cloud Adoption journey seamless. * Identify areas of improvement and innovation harnessing your Google Cloud competencies to make services more Secure, reliant, self-serve and autonomous. * Hands-on GCP Cloud Engineering with a strong GCP DevOps and CI/CD background * Deep expertise in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and proven experience in Terraform/Terraform Cloud. * Strong hands on experience on curating GCP Cloud Products and Infrastructure * Build automated workflows around the products using Python Scripting. * Proficient in Google Kubernetes (GKE), Container, Istio Service Mesh, Cluster Management * Audit and restructure existing Terraform modules and state files * Migrate Legacy configurations into unified, reusable templates * Implement security-focused Terraform modules with Embedded guardrails and policy-as-code (eg, Sentinel, OPA) * Enforce GCP Org Policies with constraints like IP restrictions, network policy, Access Management, encryption, and region control for secure, compliant cloud governance * CI/CD Integration * Implement automation pipelines for infrastructure-as-code deployments Key Skills & Experience: * GCP Cloud Engineering, GCP DevOps & Infra * Terraform/Terraform Cloud (IaaC) * Python Scripting. * Harness, Jenkins, GitHub * Google Kubernetes (GKE), Container, Istio Service Mesh * GCP Organisation Policy, Custom Org Policy (Policy as a Code) - Sentinel/OPA * GCP and Terraform Certified * Good to have experience working in an IDE Platform for Cloud Engineering (eg Backstage) This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Senior IT Support Engineer

Bristow Holland Bournemouth, Dorset

An established organisation in Bournemouth is seeking a proactive and technically skilled Senior IT Support Engineer to join their IT Services department. The role is primarily customer-facing, providing high-quality support to the organisation. The successful candidate will work as part of a collaborative IT team, handling 1st and 2nd line support and contributing to day-to-day IT operations. Responsibilities: Provide 1st and 2nd line support across hardware, software, and network systems Monitor, prioritise, and resolve support tickets, escalating complex issues as needed Perform routine IT operations and maintenance to ensure system stability and security Maintain accurate technical documentation and knowledge base articles Support device deployments and end-users in a 1:1 environment Contribute to project tasks and assist with infrastructure improvements Ensure cybersecurity and safeguarding standards are maintained Key Skills & Experience: Strong experience in Office 365, Windows Server, Azure, and core infrastructure (AD, DHCP, DNS) Knowledge of ITIL-based service management processes Experience with device management (JAMF, MDM, Intune) and Apple technologies Excellent problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team Awareness of cybersecurity best practices, MFA, and phishing prevention Familiarity with network troubleshooting (LAN, Wi-Fi, VLANs) and cloud services

15/10/2025

Full time

An established organisation in Bournemouth is seeking a proactive and technically skilled Senior IT Support Engineer to join their IT Services department. The role is primarily customer-facing, providing high-quality support to the organisation. The successful candidate will work as part of a collaborative IT team, handling 1st and 2nd line support and contributing to day-to-day IT operations. Responsibilities: Provide 1st and 2nd line support across hardware, software, and network systems Monitor, prioritise, and resolve support tickets, escalating complex issues as needed Perform routine IT operations and maintenance to ensure system stability and security Maintain accurate technical documentation and knowledge base articles Support device deployments and end-users in a 1:1 environment Contribute to project tasks and assist with infrastructure improvements Ensure cybersecurity and safeguarding standards are maintained Key Skills & Experience: Strong experience in Office 365, Windows Server, Azure, and core infrastructure (AD, DHCP, DNS) Knowledge of ITIL-based service management processes Experience with device management (JAMF, MDM, Intune) and Apple technologies Excellent problem-solving, organisational, and communication skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team Awareness of cybersecurity best practices, MFA, and phishing prevention Familiarity with network troubleshooting (LAN, Wi-Fi, VLANs) and cloud services

IT Support Engineer - Field Based

Oscar Technology Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

Job Title: Junior IT Support Engineer - Field Based (Peterborough) Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 Location: Northampton About the Role This is a fantastic opportunity for someone starting their IT career and looking to gain real, hands-on experience across a wide range of technologies. You'll be providing on-site support to users, helping to resolve day-to-day IT issues, and learning how to manage systems, hardware, and networks in a live business environment. You'll receive full training and support from experienced engineers while building your technical skills in Microsoft and networking technologies. This is the ideal role for someone ready to take their first step beyond the service desk and develop a long-term career in IT. Key Responsibilities Provide on-site support for users across hardware, software, and network issues Help install, configure, and maintain computers, printers, and mobile devices Support Microsoft environments including Windows 10/11, Office 365, and Active Directory Assist with IT setups, system updates, and troubleshooting tasks Deliver a friendly and professional service to all users Get hands-on exposure to networking technologies, including Cisco equipment Skills and Experience Required Some experience in IT support (through work, education, or personal projects) Basic understanding of Windows operating systems and Office 365 Interest in networking and cloud technologies (Cisco, Azure, Intune, etc.) Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn Excellent communication and people skills Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel locally Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) What's on Offer Salary between £25,000 - £27,000 depending on experience Car allowance with fuel reimbursed from the start of your commute Excellent on-the-job training with support from senior engineers Exposure to Microsoft and Cisco technologies in real-world environments Clear career progression into senior or specialist IT roles Supportive, friendly team and long-term career development Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

15/10/2025

Full time

Job Title: Junior IT Support Engineer - Field Based (Peterborough) Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 Location: Northampton About the Role This is a fantastic opportunity for someone starting their IT career and looking to gain real, hands-on experience across a wide range of technologies. You'll be providing on-site support to users, helping to resolve day-to-day IT issues, and learning how to manage systems, hardware, and networks in a live business environment. You'll receive full training and support from experienced engineers while building your technical skills in Microsoft and networking technologies. This is the ideal role for someone ready to take their first step beyond the service desk and develop a long-term career in IT. Key Responsibilities Provide on-site support for users across hardware, software, and network issues Help install, configure, and maintain computers, printers, and mobile devices Support Microsoft environments including Windows 10/11, Office 365, and Active Directory Assist with IT setups, system updates, and troubleshooting tasks Deliver a friendly and professional service to all users Get hands-on exposure to networking technologies, including Cisco equipment Skills and Experience Required Some experience in IT support (through work, education, or personal projects) Basic understanding of Windows operating systems and Office 365 Interest in networking and cloud technologies (Cisco, Azure, Intune, etc.) Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn Excellent communication and people skills Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel locally Enhanced DBS check (or willingness to obtain one) What's on Offer Salary between £25,000 - £27,000 depending on experience Car allowance with fuel reimbursed from the start of your commute Excellent on-the-job training with support from senior engineers Exposure to Microsoft and Cisco technologies in real-world environments Clear career progression into senior or specialist IT roles Supportive, friendly team and long-term career development Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Structured Cabling Engineer

DCS Recruitment Bristol, Somerset

Senior Structured Cabling Engineer - Bristol (Commutable) DCS Recruitment are currently seeking senior structured cabling engineers with experience of both installation and supervision of data, fibre, and containment scopes of work, on behalf of a national data communications client. Salary £32,000-35,000 - this is negotiable for the right person DOE Schedule Standard working hours are typically 7am-4pm, Monday to Friday. Overtime (OOH and weekend) working may on occasion be required, various uplifts apply. The Engineer This role will involve all aspects of physical network infrastructure including copper (CAT5/6/7), fibre (single mode and multi mode), and containment installation, as well as performance testing (fluke/OTDR), therefore the successful engineer will be competent in each of these areas. The successful engineer will: Be able to diagnose problems and suggest solutions. Posess strong communication skills. Compliance with job attendance reports will be critical to this scope of works therefore experience with iauditor or equivalent will be useful. Be a competent surveyor for install proposal and solution recommendations. Essential requirements ECS - Preferably carrying a discipline relating to the network infrastructure industry, or a legacy card e.g. datacomms specialist or CNIT Right to work in the UK A solid understanding of BS standards for cabling and containment e.g. BS 7671, BS EN 50173 (generic cabling), and BS EN 5017 IPAF licence Desirable skills/qualifications IPAF City & Guilds / CNCI / CNIDP / CNIT SSSTS or SMSTS IOSH To discuss further, please apply online to receive a call back, or call Melanie at DCS Recruitment on (option 2). DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality

15/10/2025

Full time

Senior Structured Cabling Engineer - Bristol (Commutable) DCS Recruitment are currently seeking senior structured cabling engineers with experience of both installation and supervision of data, fibre, and containment scopes of work, on behalf of a national data communications client. Salary £32,000-35,000 - this is negotiable for the right person DOE Schedule Standard working hours are typically 7am-4pm, Monday to Friday. Overtime (OOH and weekend) working may on occasion be required, various uplifts apply. The Engineer This role will involve all aspects of physical network infrastructure including copper (CAT5/6/7), fibre (single mode and multi mode), and containment installation, as well as performance testing (fluke/OTDR), therefore the successful engineer will be competent in each of these areas. The successful engineer will: Be able to diagnose problems and suggest solutions. Posess strong communication skills. Compliance with job attendance reports will be critical to this scope of works therefore experience with iauditor or equivalent will be useful. Be a competent surveyor for install proposal and solution recommendations. Essential requirements ECS - Preferably carrying a discipline relating to the network infrastructure industry, or a legacy card e.g. datacomms specialist or CNIT Right to work in the UK A solid understanding of BS standards for cabling and containment e.g. BS 7671, BS EN 50173 (generic cabling), and BS EN 5017 IPAF licence Desirable skills/qualifications IPAF City & Guilds / CNCI / CNIDP / CNIT SSSTS or SMSTS IOSH To discuss further, please apply online to receive a call back, or call Melanie at DCS Recruitment on (option 2). DCS Recruitment and all associated companies are committed to creating a working environment where diversity is celebrated and everyone is treated fairly, regardless of gender, gender identity, disability, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital or transgender status, age, or nationality

Senior Infrastructure Engineer

Castlefield Recruitment Manchester, Lancashire

Senior Infrastructure Engineer Greater Manchester £50,000 - £60,000 Hybrid Public Sector Castlefield are currently supporting a Growing public Sector organisation in their search for a senior infrastructure analyst on a full-time permanent basis. Key Responsibilities Maintain core data centre systems and reporting, ensuring uptime SLAs are met. Carry out complex implementation and point design activities to support internal teams and external clients. Lead project delivery activities, utilising specialist skills for both internal and external implementations. Contribute to the development of technology strategy, roadmaps, and future-state architectures. Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor. Provide direction and guidance on all technical aspects of IT infrastructure, ensuring adherence to policies and standards. Maintain awareness of IT security strategies Produce and maintain build documentation as recognised deliverables. Stay up to date with IT industry developments and identify applicable technologies. Manage external suppliers and internal resources from a technical perspective to deliver complex projects. Essential Skills and Qualifications At least one enterprise-level storage certification (HP MASE, NetApp NCIE, etc.). At least one enterprise-level server certification (HP ASE, Cisco UCDS, etc.). VMware Certified Professional - Desktop & Mobility or Data Centre Virtualisation. Networking certification such as Cisco CCNA, HP AIS Networking, Brocade BCNP, or Juniper JNCIS-ENT. Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar technical role. In-depth technical knowledge in a specialist field with a broad understanding of all infrastructure technologies. Strong project leadership skills, including managing virtual teams and complex workstreams. Ability to present and advise at all levels, including Director level. Desirable Skills Microsoft MCSE, MCSA, MCITP. HP AIS/ASE Blade Systems. Microsoft Exchange Microsoft System Centre (CM, VMM, OM, DPM). Microsoft SQL (2012/2014/2016).

15/10/2025

Full time

Senior Infrastructure Engineer Greater Manchester £50,000 - £60,000 Hybrid Public Sector Castlefield are currently supporting a Growing public Sector organisation in their search for a senior infrastructure analyst on a full-time permanent basis. Key Responsibilities Maintain core data centre systems and reporting, ensuring uptime SLAs are met. Carry out complex implementation and point design activities to support internal teams and external clients. Lead project delivery activities, utilising specialist skills for both internal and external implementations. Contribute to the development of technology strategy, roadmaps, and future-state architectures. Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, acting as a trusted advisor. Provide direction and guidance on all technical aspects of IT infrastructure, ensuring adherence to policies and standards. Maintain awareness of IT security strategies Produce and maintain build documentation as recognised deliverables. Stay up to date with IT industry developments and identify applicable technologies. Manage external suppliers and internal resources from a technical perspective to deliver complex projects. Essential Skills and Qualifications At least one enterprise-level storage certification (HP MASE, NetApp NCIE, etc.). At least one enterprise-level server certification (HP ASE, Cisco UCDS, etc.). VMware Certified Professional - Desktop & Mobility or Data Centre Virtualisation. Networking certification such as Cisco CCNA, HP AIS Networking, Brocade BCNP, or Juniper JNCIS-ENT. Minimum 5 years' experience in a similar technical role. In-depth technical knowledge in a specialist field with a broad understanding of all infrastructure technologies. Strong project leadership skills, including managing virtual teams and complex workstreams. Ability to present and advise at all levels, including Director level. Desirable Skills Microsoft MCSE, MCSA, MCITP. HP AIS/ASE Blade Systems. Microsoft Exchange Microsoft System Centre (CM, VMM, OM, DPM). Microsoft SQL (2012/2014/2016).

Director Security

Stott and May Leeds, Yorkshire

Role Title: Director Security Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 4 days on-site per week) Day Rate: £552.50 Inside IR35 Duration: 6 months The Role We are seeking an exceptionally seasoned Director of Security with over 15 years of progressive experience to lead the design, implementation, and governance of security across multiple platforms. This role requires deep expertise in complex security challenges, a proven record of strategic influence, and the ability to translate business requirements into secure, scalable, and compliant technical solutions. Key Responsibilities Security Leadership & Strategy Define and implement the company's security strategy across AI, blockchain, and cloud environments. Establish policies, standards, and governance frameworks aligned with industry best practices (ISO 27001, NIST, SOC2). Lead incident response, risk assessment, and threat modelling programmes. Build and mentor a world-class security team. AI Data Security Protect proprietary AI models, training data, and pipelines from data poisoning, model theft, or adversarial attacks. Secure ML infrastructure across data collection, preprocessing, model training, and deployment. Implement privacy-preserving techniques such as encryption, anonymisation, and federated learning. Crypto & Blockchain Security Oversee smart contract security audits, testing, and deployment pipelines. Protect user assets across wallets, custody solutions, and crypto exchange mechanisms. Monitor on-chain activity for suspicious behaviour, including rug pulls and Flash loan attacks. Partner with external firms for protocol audits, bug bounty programmes, and penetration testing. Infrastructure & Application Security Implement best practices in cloud security (AWS, GCP, Azure), container security, and zero-trust networks. Harden DevSecOps pipelines to ensure secure software delivery. Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate security by design into products. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure regulatory compliance with GDPR, SOC2, ISO, PCI-DSS, and crypto-specific frameworks. Lead risk assessments for third-party vendors and service providers. Work with legal and compliance teams on KYC/AML security for crypto services. Essential Skills & Experience 15+ years of progressive experience in Information Security, with a minimum of 7-8 years focused on cybersecurity. Proven track record in cybersecurity strategy, team leadership, and incident management. Deep knowledge of blockchain protocols, smart contracts (Solidity, Rust), cryptography, and custody systems. Strong expertise in cloud security, DevSecOps, and secure software development life cycle (SSDLC). Understanding of AI/ML systems security, including model attacks and data integrity risks. Relevant certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, OSCP, CCSK, or blockchain security certifications. Desirable Skills & Experience Exceptional communication: Ability to articulate complex security concepts clearly to technical teams, senior management, and non-technical stakeholders. Strategic thinking & vision: Capability to anticipate future security challenges and develop long-term architectural solutions. Problem-solving & analytical prowess: Ability to diagnose complex security issues, identify root causes, and devise innovative solutions. Influence & persuasion: Proven ability to gain buy-in and drive adoption of security best practices across diverse teams. Collaboration & teamwork: Strong team player able to work effectively with cross-functional teams (development, operations, compliance, audit). Leadership & mentorship: Experience leading security initiatives, guiding junior team members, and fostering a culture of continuous learning. Adaptability & resilience: Ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments and navigate ambiguity proactively. Attention to detail: Meticulous in design and review to ensure no critical security gaps.

15/10/2025

Contractor

Role Title: Director Security Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 4 days on-site per week) Day Rate: £552.50 Inside IR35 Duration: 6 months The Role We are seeking an exceptionally seasoned Director of Security with over 15 years of progressive experience to lead the design, implementation, and governance of security across multiple platforms. This role requires deep expertise in complex security challenges, a proven record of strategic influence, and the ability to translate business requirements into secure, scalable, and compliant technical solutions. Key Responsibilities Security Leadership & Strategy Define and implement the company's security strategy across AI, blockchain, and cloud environments. Establish policies, standards, and governance frameworks aligned with industry best practices (ISO 27001, NIST, SOC2). Lead incident response, risk assessment, and threat modelling programmes. Build and mentor a world-class security team. AI Data Security Protect proprietary AI models, training data, and pipelines from data poisoning, model theft, or adversarial attacks. Secure ML infrastructure across data collection, preprocessing, model training, and deployment. Implement privacy-preserving techniques such as encryption, anonymisation, and federated learning. Crypto & Blockchain Security Oversee smart contract security audits, testing, and deployment pipelines. Protect user assets across wallets, custody solutions, and crypto exchange mechanisms. Monitor on-chain activity for suspicious behaviour, including rug pulls and Flash loan attacks. Partner with external firms for protocol audits, bug bounty programmes, and penetration testing. Infrastructure & Application Security Implement best practices in cloud security (AWS, GCP, Azure), container security, and zero-trust networks. Harden DevSecOps pipelines to ensure secure software delivery. Collaborate with engineering teams to integrate security by design into products. Compliance & Risk Management Ensure regulatory compliance with GDPR, SOC2, ISO, PCI-DSS, and crypto-specific frameworks. Lead risk assessments for third-party vendors and service providers. Work with legal and compliance teams on KYC/AML security for crypto services. Essential Skills & Experience 15+ years of progressive experience in Information Security, with a minimum of 7-8 years focused on cybersecurity. Proven track record in cybersecurity strategy, team leadership, and incident management. Deep knowledge of blockchain protocols, smart contracts (Solidity, Rust), cryptography, and custody systems. Strong expertise in cloud security, DevSecOps, and secure software development life cycle (SSDLC). Understanding of AI/ML systems security, including model attacks and data integrity risks. Relevant certifications preferred: CISSP, CISM, CISA, CEH, OSCP, CCSK, or blockchain security certifications. Desirable Skills & Experience Exceptional communication: Ability to articulate complex security concepts clearly to technical teams, senior management, and non-technical stakeholders. Strategic thinking & vision: Capability to anticipate future security challenges and develop long-term architectural solutions. Problem-solving & analytical prowess: Ability to diagnose complex security issues, identify root causes, and devise innovative solutions. Influence & persuasion: Proven ability to gain buy-in and drive adoption of security best practices across diverse teams. Collaboration & teamwork: Strong team player able to work effectively with cross-functional teams (development, operations, compliance, audit). Leadership & mentorship: Experience leading security initiatives, guiding junior team members, and fostering a culture of continuous learning. Adaptability & resilience: Ability to thrive in fast-paced, evolving environments and navigate ambiguity proactively. Attention to detail: Meticulous in design and review to ensure no critical security gaps.

IT Network Lead

BPM Tech

IT Network Lead Location: Remote (UK-based with travel to sites across the UK) Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 per annum Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time About the Role We are seeking an experienced IT Network Lead to take ownership of our network infrastructure across multiple UK locations. This is a hands-on role where you'll lead a small team whilst remaining actively involved in the design, implementation, and management of our network environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a small network team whilst maintaining hands-on involvement Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructures across multiple UK sites Manage enterprise firewall technologies and security policies Oversee LAN/WAN connectivity, ensuring optimal performance and reliability Manage relationships with network vendors and service providers Drive network improvement initiatives and provide third-line support Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to deliver network solutions Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in a senior network engineering or network lead role Experience managing network infrastructure across multiple locations in complex environments Strong hands-on expertise with enterprise firewall technologies (e.g., Fortinet/FortiGate, Palo Alto, or similar) In-depth knowledge of LAN/WAN technologies including routing and switching Experience working with network vendors and managing vendor relationships Knowledge of Extreme Networks and/or Cisco equipment Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Experience leading or mentoring technical teams UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across the UK Highly Desirable SD-WAN experience (major advantage) Relevant industry certifications (Fortinet NSE, Palo Alto PCNSE, Cisco CCNP, or equivalent) Experience managing multi-site infrastructures What We Offer Competitive salary of £65,000 - £75,000 Remote working with site travel as required Opportunity to shape network strategy Professional development support Once you have applied please feel free to follow up your application with a call. If you have not heard anything within 48 hours please call.

15/10/2025

Full time

IT Network Lead Location: Remote (UK-based with travel to sites across the UK) Salary: £65,000 - £75,000 per annum Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time About the Role We are seeking an experienced IT Network Lead to take ownership of our network infrastructure across multiple UK locations. This is a hands-on role where you'll lead a small team whilst remaining actively involved in the design, implementation, and management of our network environment. Key Responsibilities Lead and mentor a small network team whilst maintaining hands-on involvement Design, implement, and maintain network infrastructures across multiple UK sites Manage enterprise firewall technologies and security policies Oversee LAN/WAN connectivity, ensuring optimal performance and reliability Manage relationships with network vendors and service providers Drive network improvement initiatives and provide third-line support Collaborate with stakeholders across the business to deliver network solutions Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in a senior network engineering or network lead role Experience managing network infrastructure across multiple locations in complex environments Strong hands-on expertise with enterprise firewall technologies (e.g., Fortinet/FortiGate, Palo Alto, or similar) In-depth knowledge of LAN/WAN technologies including routing and switching Experience working with network vendors and managing vendor relationships Knowledge of Extreme Networks and/or Cisco equipment Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Experience leading or mentoring technical teams UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across the UK Highly Desirable SD-WAN experience (major advantage) Relevant industry certifications (Fortinet NSE, Palo Alto PCNSE, Cisco CCNP, or equivalent) Experience managing multi-site infrastructures What We Offer Competitive salary of £65,000 - £75,000 Remote working with site travel as required Opportunity to shape network strategy Professional development support Once you have applied please feel free to follow up your application with a call. If you have not heard anything within 48 hours please call.

Network Engineer (Ultra Low Latency)

CACI Network Services

Network Engineer (Ultra Low Latency) A Network Engineer is required to join the Ultra Low Latency Team, responsible for the deployment and planning of the Bank's network infrastructure. The team is responsible for the delivery and deployment of network projects and requests to enhance CLIENTS's infrastructure to meet current and future business demands:- The role has the following functions: Plan, manage and deploy technology changes to support CLIENTS DC services Deploy LAN infrastructure to support end user services requirements Includes patching schedules for facilities to cable network equipment Diagrams for Network Operations Inventory management Create implementation plans for RFC's to a high level of detail. Correctly document pre and post checks for change verification purposes Understand and document back out plans, clearly identifying back out points. Identify points of no return Support the stability and uptime of essential services by planning changes with a documented best approach mind set. Identify where changes can be complete with zero downtime to hosted services. Plan and implement changes with a cost effective resource strategy. Identify, understand and document change risks and mitigation tactics. Identify, understand and document impact of planned technology changes, including documentation expected output from verification. Required skills Strong level of Cisco Routing & Switching CCNP/CCIE certification or to that technical level Check Point CCSA/CCSE Market data experience This role is suitable for a Cisco certified Network Engineer who has at least 5-6 years of working as a senior project engineer in a professional environment. Ability to work independently without supervision Strong experience working in an Ultra Low Latency environment Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines whilst maintaining attention to detail. Analyse, review and understand network topologies. Good understanding of networking principles, Good customer facing skills with the ability to keep the customer informed at all times and understand their requirements

15/10/2025

Network Engineer (Ultra Low Latency) A Network Engineer is required to join the Ultra Low Latency Team, responsible for the deployment and planning of the Bank's network infrastructure. The team is responsible for the delivery and deployment of network projects and requests to enhance CLIENTS's infrastructure to meet current and future business demands:- The role has the following functions: Plan, manage and deploy technology changes to support CLIENTS DC services Deploy LAN infrastructure to support end user services requirements Includes patching schedules for facilities to cable network equipment Diagrams for Network Operations Inventory management Create implementation plans for RFC's to a high level of detail. Correctly document pre and post checks for change verification purposes Understand and document back out plans, clearly identifying back out points. Identify points of no return Support the stability and uptime of essential services by planning changes with a documented best approach mind set. Identify where changes can be complete with zero downtime to hosted services. Plan and implement changes with a cost effective resource strategy. Identify, understand and document change risks and mitigation tactics. Identify, understand and document impact of planned technology changes, including documentation expected output from verification. Required skills Strong level of Cisco Routing & Switching CCNP/CCIE certification or to that technical level Check Point CCSA/CCSE Market data experience This role is suitable for a Cisco certified Network Engineer who has at least 5-6 years of working as a senior project engineer in a professional environment. Ability to work independently without supervision Strong experience working in an Ultra Low Latency environment Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines whilst maintaining attention to detail. Analyse, review and understand network topologies. Good understanding of networking principles, Good customer facing skills with the ability to keep the customer informed at all times and understand their requirements

Financial Services Security Architect

Stott and May Leeds, Yorkshire

Role Title: Financial Services Security Architect Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 4 days on-site per week) Day Rate: £467.50 Inside IR35 Duration: 6 months The Role We are seeking a highly experienced Security Architect with 15+ years of Information Security experience, including leadership in cloud security within the financial services sector. The role focuses on designing secure, scalable, and compliant architectures aligned with regulatory and business requirements. Key Responsibilities Define and evolve cloud security architecture strategy, aligning with European regulations (GDPR, DORA, PSD2, NIS2) and industry standards. Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and engineering teams on cloud security. Lead security architecture reviews, risk assessments, and controls for enterprise applications and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Implement DevSecOps practices, including secure CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code templates. Ensure compliance with frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and CSA CCM. Essential Skills & Experience 15+ years in Information Security, 7-8+ years in Security Architecture. Cloud security architecture experience (AWS, Azure, GCP), multi-cloud preferred. Deep financial services security knowledge and regulatory experience. Expertise in IAM, network, data, application, container security, SIEM, and Zero Trust. DevSecOps and CI/CD security implementation experience. Relevant certifications desirable (CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security, GCP Security). Desirable Skills Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability. Collaborative, adaptable, and detail-oriented approach.

15/10/2025

Contractor

Role Title: Financial Services Security Architect Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 4 days on-site per week) Day Rate: £467.50 Inside IR35 Duration: 6 months The Role We are seeking a highly experienced Security Architect with 15+ years of Information Security experience, including leadership in cloud security within the financial services sector. The role focuses on designing secure, scalable, and compliant architectures aligned with regulatory and business requirements. Key Responsibilities Define and evolve cloud security architecture strategy, aligning with European regulations (GDPR, DORA, PSD2, NIS2) and industry standards. Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership and engineering teams on cloud security. Lead security architecture reviews, risk assessments, and controls for enterprise applications and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). Implement DevSecOps practices, including secure CI/CD pipelines and infrastructure-as-code templates. Ensure compliance with frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and CSA CCM. Essential Skills & Experience 15+ years in Information Security, 7-8+ years in Security Architecture. Cloud security architecture experience (AWS, Azure, GCP), multi-cloud preferred. Deep financial services security knowledge and regulatory experience. Expertise in IAM, network, data, application, container security, SIEM, and Zero Trust. DevSecOps and CI/CD security implementation experience. Relevant certifications desirable (CISSP, CCSP, AWS Security Specialty, Azure Security, GCP Security). Desirable Skills Strong communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills. Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability. Collaborative, adaptable, and detail-oriented approach.

Senior Motor Control Systems Engineer

MBDA Stevenage, Hertfordshire

The Senior Motor Control Systems Engineer will work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary design team, owning the design, development and proving of control algorithms and ensuring that Customer performance requirements are successfully met. Salary: Up to £70,000 dependant on experience Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: Development of control algorithms for both analogue and digital systems, typically in the control of BLDC motors. Modelling of systems and performance analysis of the selected control algorithm. Derivation of sub-system requirements (mechanical, electronics, software). Identification of suitable electro-mechanical components (electric motors and feedback sensors) working co-operatively with suppliers where needed. Definition of design proving plans, design proving testing and subsequent data analysis What we're looking for from you: Essential Skills:- Design and development of control algorithms for digital control systems. Experienced user of the MATLAB / Simulink toolset and Embedded Coder for the generation of control algorithms ready for deployment within systems. Ideally direct experience in the control of BLDC motors. Ability to model complex real world electronic and mechanical systems such as feedback sensors, motors, drivetrains and drive electronics. Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate within internal and external design communities at all levels. Desirable Skills:- Ability to generate sub-system or component requirements from a set of customer requirements in support of system architecture development. Knowledge of electric motors and drive / commutation strategies e.g. Field Oriented Control (FOC) or Space Vector Pulse Width Modulation (SVPWM) techniques. Understanding of DO-178C or DO-331 standards and the code generation processes specified. Interested? Click Apply Now! Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

15/10/2025

Full time

The Senior Motor Control Systems Engineer will work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary design team, owning the design, development and proving of control algorithms and ensuring that Customer performance requirements are successfully met. Salary: Up to £70,000 dependant on experience Location: Stevenage (We may be able to offer a relocation package for this role) Dynamic (hybrid) working: 2-3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: Development of control algorithms for both analogue and digital systems, typically in the control of BLDC motors. Modelling of systems and performance analysis of the selected control algorithm. Derivation of sub-system requirements (mechanical, electronics, software). Identification of suitable electro-mechanical components (electric motors and feedback sensors) working co-operatively with suppliers where needed. Definition of design proving plans, design proving testing and subsequent data analysis What we're looking for from you: Essential Skills:- Design and development of control algorithms for digital control systems. Experienced user of the MATLAB / Simulink toolset and Embedded Coder for the generation of control algorithms ready for deployment within systems. Ideally direct experience in the control of BLDC motors. Ability to model complex real world electronic and mechanical systems such as feedback sensors, motors, drivetrains and drive electronics. Strong communication skills with the ability to communicate within internal and external design communities at all levels. Desirable Skills:- Ability to generate sub-system or component requirements from a set of customer requirements in support of system architecture development. Knowledge of electric motors and drive / commutation strategies e.g. Field Oriented Control (FOC) or Space Vector Pulse Width Modulation (SVPWM) techniques. Understanding of DO-178C or DO-331 standards and the code generation processes specified. Interested? Click Apply Now! Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

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