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Penetration Tester - Leading Managed Services Provider Remote based. Salary: Up to 60k, depending on experience. A leading Managed Services Provider are seeking to recruit a technically skilled Cyber Security / Penetration Tester. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation delivering high-quality security services to enterprise clients across the UK. As a Penetration Tester, you will be responsible for conducting manual penetration testing across both application and infrastructure layers. You will contribute to secure build reviews, advise on secure design practices, and provide technical insight to both internal teams and clients. Key Responsibilities Perform manual penetration testing of web applications and infrastructure Conduct security build reviews across common operating systems (Windows, Redhat, Solaris) Analyse and harden database environments in line with security best practices Review and advise on web server design and implementation Produce clear and concise technical reports for a range of stakeholders Collaborate with internal teams and clients to support remediation and secure development Required Skills and Experience Proven experience in manual penetration testing (application and infrastructure) Strong understanding of TCP/IP and core networking principles Extensive experience testing web-based applications Familiarity with secure configuration and build reviews across major operating systems Comfortable programming in one or more languages (e.g. Python, Java, C#, Bash) Deep knowledge of database security and hardening techniques Solid technical understanding of web application architecture and server implementation Ideally you'll be working towards CREST Certified Web Application Tester or CREST Certified Infrastructure Tester or equivalent. If you are a technically driven Penetration Tester seeking a new challenge within a respected Managed Services Provider, we would be pleased to hear from you. Remote based. Paying up to 60k, depending on experience. Must be eligible for SC Clearance.

On-site IT Engineer On-site IT Engineer required by a high calibre IT Managed Service Provider (MSP), based in London. This business, which operates as an IT Supplier to organisations in various industries (Accountancy, Law Firms, Property Management etc.), is expanding and offers the chance for significant career progression, along with excellent training opportunities. The role will require that you provide a high level of IT support for several prestigious clients of the business on client sites. You'll have solid experience as an On-site Engineer / Field engineer and will have a good level of competency in the following: Duties & Accountabilities: To provide 1st-3rd line support to a portfolio of prestigious clients Monitor systems and identify performance issues proactively Work within strict SLA timeframes and manage escalation of incidents within defined timelines Identify problem trends and implement changes as required Identify, design and plan to ensure continued service availability and ensure all changes are carried Work with other functions within the business to help identify issues and requirements with a view to continued service improvement Visit client sites frequently as required. Technology Requirements: Experience working on an ITIL based Service Desk Excellent troubleshooting skills of standard Microsoft Office suites Windows Server 2008 & 2012 administration experience. Experience troubleshooting network issues (DNS, DHCP, NAT, Subnetting) Working knowledge and administration of AD, Sharepoint, Group policy, Exchange, scripting and remote tools Any exposure to Cisco products would be extremely beneficial Experience working with MAC products would be beneficial Knowledge of Azure Cloud Platform advantageous This is a fantastic opportunity with a small, but very well regarded MSP in London and if you think this role might suit you then apply for this position as soon as possible - it's an urgent requirement. Up to 40k, depending on experience. Hybrid - 3 days in the office/client site, could vary depending on requirements.

Technical Delivery Manager - IT Infrastructure & Integrations Central London 75,000 - 80,000 A rapidly expanding organisation is seeking an experienced Technical Delivery Manager to lead the successful delivery of large-scale IT projects, migrations and integrations across a growing business portfolio. Reporting to the Head of IT, you'll play a key role in shaping and executing the organisation's technology roadmap, driving the delivery of complex infrastructure initiatives, site integrations and service transitions as the business continues to scale through rapid growth. This is a hands-on, strategic role ideal for someone with strong technical depth, proven delivery experience and a passion for leading transformation across distributed enterprise environments. Key Responsibilities Lead the delivery of large-scale IT transformation projects, including infrastructure migrations, system integrations and service transitions Manage the end-to-end technical delivery lifecycle, from discovery and design through to implementation and handover Oversee data migrations, infrastructure alignment and application rationalisation across multiple business units and sites Work closely with cross-functional teams (Infrastructure, Security, Operations, HR, Finance) to ensure seamless project delivery Collaborate with vendors and partners to manage dependencies, SLAs and contract performance Ensure delivery adheres to ITIL, change management and governance standards Support post-project reviews, capturing lessons learned and improving delivery frameworks for future initiatives Maintain a strong focus on service continuity, cybersecurity and operational readiness throughout all transitions Requirements Proven experience delivering complex IT infrastructure and integration projects within mid-to-large enterprises Strong technical understanding across cloud (Azure/AWS), networking, infrastructure and cybersecurity Hands-on approach to delivery - able to dive into technical detail and drive outcomes under tight timelines Strong stakeholder and vendor management skills, with experience leading cross-functional technical teams Knowledge of ITIL and project management methodologies (PRINCE2, Agile, or equivalent) Background in infrastructure delivery, enterprise systems, or technology transformation preferred This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and technically capable delivery leader who wants to shape IT delivery within a business undergoing significant growth and change. London (Hybrid - 4 days onsite initially, reducing to 3 after probation)

SD-WAN Network Consultant Leeds (Hybrid - 2 days per week) Salary: paying between (phone number removed), depending on experience. A leading ISP is seeking an experienced SD-WAN Network Consultant to join their dynamic engineering team. This is a high-impact role where you'll operate at the intersection of technical delivery and strategic design, acting as both a trusted advisor to delivery teams and a vital conduit between Sales/Presales and Engineering. Key Responsibilities Serve as a technical escalation point for delivery teams, providing expert guidance on complex SD-WAN deployments. Collaborate closely with Presales to translate customer requirements into robust, scalable network solutions. Own the creation of detailed Low-Level Designs (LLDs) for enterprise-scale SD-WAN rollouts spanning 300 to 1000+ sites. Ensure design integrity and alignment with customer expectations throughout the project lifecycle Contribute to the development of best practices and design standards across the SD-WAN portfolio. Required experience/knowledge Proven experience in designing and implementing SD-WAN solutions across large, multi-site environments. Strong understanding of routing protocols, WAN optimisation, and cloud integration. Ability to produce comprehensive LLDs and technical documentation. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to liaise effectively between technical and commercial teams. CCNP level knowledge (ideally certified) Relevant certifications such as Fortinet NSE 7 SD-WAN, or equivalent are highly desirable. Must be eligible for SC Clearance. Hybrid based. Paying between (phone number removed) depending on experience.

Senior Project Engineer Exciting opportunity has opened for an experienced Azure Project Engineer to join a leading Azure Expert MSP, delivering transformative cloud solutions for enterprise clients. This role involves guiding businesses through data centre exits, onprem to cloud migrations and landing zone deployments, collaborating with architects / engineers to implement secure, scalable and high-performing Azure solutions. Key Responsibilities: Lead and execute Azure migration and transformation projects Lead and execute Microsoft 365 transformation projects Design and implement Azure Virtual Machines (VMs), Storage Accounts, and Networking (VNet, subnetting, peering) Configure security and governance solutions including Azure Firewall, Bastion, App Gateway, Front Door, and Load Balancer Advise on Azure Policy, Azure Advisor, and Entra ID (Conditional Access, PIM, MFA) Assist with SQL MI/Azure SQL SB/SQL Server on Azure VM deployments Support Landing Zone deployments and architecture frameworks Deliver impactful presentations to stakeholders and clients Manage multiple projects, customers, and priorities effectively Required experience: Expertise in Azure Virtual Machines (VMs), Storage Accounts, and Networking Hands on experience with a range of Microsoft 365 services Strong experience with Azure security tools (Firewall, Bastion, App Gateway, Load Balancer, etc.) Hands-on knowledge of Azure Policy, Azure Advisor, and Entra ID Cloud migration experience, including data centre exits and on-prem to Azure transformations Certifications: AZ-104 Any exposure to the following will be beneficial: Experience with App Services, SQL MI/Azure SQL SB, Landing Zone deployments Prior experience with VMware vSphere Understanding of Well-Architected and Cloud Adoption Frameworks Knowledge of ADO, Bicep, Terraform, and PowerShell Certifications: AZ-305, AZ-400 / AZ-500 / AZ-700 Public speaking and technical evangelism experience Strong requirements gathering and documentation skills Remote based Paying 60k basic + benefits

IT Project Manager - Mergers & Acquisitions 70,000 - 80,000 PA We're representing a high-growth organisation actively acquiring multiple businesses annually and building a dedicated M&A IT team to support that expansion. This is a critical, long-term hire and they are seeking an experienced Project Manager to play a central role in leading the successful delivery of complex IT integration projects. You'll join a strategically independent team focused solely on M&A integration, reporting into the IT Service Delivery Manager. With up to 10 acquisitions planned each year for the next four years, this is a rare opportunity to work in a fast-paced, high-impact environment where your leadership and delivery skills will directly shape enterprise-wide change and you'll gain a significant amount of very valuable experience. Key Responsibilities Lead the full project lifecycle for M&A-related IT initiatives Build and manage detailed project plans, budgets and timelines Drive project governance; steering committees, risk reviews, stakeholder updates Coordinate cross-functional teams (IT, Legal, HR, Finance, Ops) and third-party vendors Support due diligence by gathering and assessing target IT data Oversee cutover planning, hypercare and post-merger benefit tracking Proactively manage project risks, issues and dependencies Ensure regulatory compliance, internal controls and audit readiness Monitor and report on KPIs, SLAs and deliverables Deliver regular updates and dashboards to senior stakeholders Required Experience & Skills Strong IT project management experience, with experience in M&A environments Expertise in project management methodologies (Agile, PRINCE2, PMP) Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities Experience working across enterprise IT environments and with third-party suppliers Familiarity with ITSM tools and infrastructure/cloud landscapes PRINCE2 Practitioner or PMP certified or similar Experience in regulated or high-compliance sectors will be highly beneficial London based (4 days per week onsite initially, dropping to 3 once passed probation)

Senior Infrastructure Engineer Central London Up to 80k Well-established, highly profitable construction engineering business is seeking an experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join them on a permanent basis. You'll be joining at a critical time as the organisation expands its technical capability, with ambitious growth plans and multiple acquisitions planned every year for the next 5 years (8 in the past 12 months). Reporting into the IT Operations Manager, you will oversee core infrastructure and networking. You'll work closely with managed service providers to ensure seamless operations and business continuity whilst taking a lead on regular site set-ups. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage office and site networks, aligning with business strategy Act as an escalation point for the Service Desk Team Set up and configure Local Area Networks (LANs), including hardware deployment and support Coordinate with third-party MSPs for network and infrastructure management Manage firewall operations and connectivity with ISPs Oversee network IP addressing and VPN setups Support business continuity through proactive incident management Rapid deployment of site connectivity solutions, including 4G routers Monitor network health and performance, ensuring high availability and resilience Maintain inventory and configuration records for infrastructure and software Collaborate with the Security Operations Center (SOC) on network security Support software licensing and upgrades Support data privacy and security audits Provide technical support and mentoring Maintain server rooms and ensure operational efficiency Develop and implement business processes and documentation Requirements: Strong knowledge of Azure infrastructure management Strong in network protocols (TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS, etc.), ideally candidates must hold a CCNA/CCNP etc. Experience with FortiGate Firewalls and Windows Operating Systems Familiarity with WAN, LAN, VPN, and wireless networks 4 days per week onsite initially, dropping to 3 days after 3 months.

Senior Network Engineer - up to 80,000 PA Central London (Hybrid) Well-established, highly profitable construction engineering business is seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join them on a permanent basis. You'll be joining at a critical time as the organisation expands its technical capability, with ambitious growth plans and multiple acquisitions planned every year for the next 5 years (8 in the past 12 months). This is a hands-on role where you'll take ownership of the networking function, ensuring the business has a secure, resilient and scalable infrastructure to support future growth. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage the organisation's networking infrastructure, both on-premises and cloud Configure, maintain and support Fortigate hardware/firewalls and Fortigate Manager Provide administration and support for Active Directory (on-prem) Contribute to the adoption and integration of Azure and, where appropriate, AWS Manage and maintain Meraki network devices Ensure high levels of performance, availability and security across all network services Act as the primary point of contact for all networking-related issues and improvements Skills & Experience Required: CCNP certification (or equivalent experience) Strong networking expertise with proven hands-on experience in a commercial environment Deep knowledge of Fortinet technologies (Fortigate firewalls, Fortigate Manager) Experience with Azure (essential), AWS (desirable) Familiarity with Meraki networking solutions Strong understanding of Active Directory in on-prem environments Ability to work independently and take ownership of networking strategy and operations Initially 4 days per week onsite - dropping to 3 once passed probation

Network Implementation Engineer / Network Consultant Hybrid based. One of the most successful and rapidly expanding mid-tier IT Service Providers in the UK are seeking a Network Consultant to join their growing team. They are one of the most highly decorated IT Service Providers in the country. The work will involve designing (HLD/LLD) and delivering on a range of network infrastructure projects to customers across a UK wide MPLS / Forti SD-WAN network and vCloud environment which includes deployment and configuration of a range of Firewalls (Fortigate / ASA's / Palo Alto) It is expected that this role will allow you to further your knowledge and further up-skill extremely quickly due to the very wide range of complex infrastructure environments you will encounter. In addition, you will be working with some of the most competent engineers, consultants and architects in the country. What you'll need: Experience in providing High-level and Low-level designs. Relevant Cisco qualifications; minimum CCNP (or equivalent experience) Full understanding of the TCP/IP protocol stack with experience working with IPv4 and IPv6. Experience working with and provisioning MPLS networks, including L2/L3 VPN and traffic engineering, OSPF, BGP, and QoS on Cisco networks. Experience in the troubleshooting and configuration of Cisco network equipment Experience in deploying SD-WAN solutions (Ideally Fortinet) Excellent communications / customer service skills and experience liaising directly with customers, vendors, service providers and suppliers. Comfortable working independently on projects and support issues Experience configuring / troubleshooting Cisco and/or Fortigate Firewalls would be of benefit. Paying up to 60k, depending on experience. Hybrid based (2 days per week in their Leeds office0 Must be eligible to work in the UK.

Test Analyst Location: Lymington, Hampshire Salary: Up to 32k. Working Arrangement: Full-time on-site for initial 6 weeks, then hybrid/remote A leading Marina Operator based in Lymington is seeking a Test Analyst to join their dynamic in-house software development team. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the evolution of a bespoke ERP SaaS application that underpins operations across a growing national network of marinas. As Test Analyst, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and reliability of their digital platforms through automated testing, working closely with developers and stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable solutions. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and execute automated test scripts for web-based ERP systems Collaborate with developers and business analysts to define test strategies and acceptance criteria Identify, document, and track defects using appropriate tools Support continuous integration and deployment processes Contribute to the overall improvement of testing frameworks and QA practices Skills & Experience Experience in automated testing Experience of working with work item tracking systems (Jira / Azure DevOps) Strong understanding of software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies Experience testing SaaS or ERP platforms highly desirable Excellent communication and problem-solving skills ISTQB certification (or equivalent) is required. Must be eligible to work in the UK. Paying up to 32k, depending on experience.

Graduate Network Engineer Hybrid role - 2 days per week on site, 3 days WFH This is an exciting opportunity for a recent Computer Networking graduate to begin a career with a leading Managed Services Provider (MSP) that delivers Cloud, Connectivity, Unified Communications, and Collaboration services to enterprise-scale organisations and household-name clients. The company has grown rapidly through both acquisition and organic expansion, and they are now looking for a motivated graduate with a strong interest in networking and IT infrastructure to join their Network Support team. As part of an experienced and collaborative technical team, you will gain hands-on exposure to real-world networking environments, troubleshooting issues and developing a broad technical skill set. This is an excellent platform for career progression, with structured training and opportunities to advance into specialist roles. Key Responsibilities: Provide high-quality IT and network support to clients, ensuring service levels are met Troubleshoot and resolve incidents, escalating where required Maintain and update internal technical documentation Continuously build your knowledge across networking, cloud services, and IT systems Work closely with senior engineers to gain mentorship and experience in enterprise environments Requirements: A degree in Computer Networking, Network Engineering, or hold a relevant certification (CompTIA etc.) A basic knowledge/interest of Cisco networking fundamentals (routers, switches, firewalls) Strong communication skills and a passion for developing a technical career Salary & Benefits 30,000 - 36,000 DOE (inclusive of shift alowance) Hybrid working (2 days onsite, 3 days WFH) plus excellent benefits and a clear pathways for career progression into senior engineering and specialist roles Working Hours: Mon-Thu 9am-5:30pm, Fri 9am-3:30pm Alternative shift option: 2 days, 2 nights, 4 days off (7am-7pm / 7pm-7am), with 1 day per week onsite (rest WFH) plus 20% shift allowance.

IT Service Delivery Manager - Mergers & Acquisitions 80,000 - 90,000 A leading organisation undergoing rapid growth through acquisitions is seeking a high-calibre IT Service Delivery Manager to lead IT planning and integration for a fast-paced M&A programme with circa 10 acquisitions planned per year for the next four years. Reporting directly into the Head of IT, you'll oversee a team decided to the successful integration of all acquired businesses, driving seamless IT integration, data migration, service continuity and post-merger optimisation while collaborating with stakeholders across the business. This is a strategic, career-defining opportunity for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments and is committed to long-term impact. Key Responsibilities Lead a specialist M&A IT team Own end-to-end IT delivery during acquisitions: due diligence to post-integration Assess target company IT environments, risks and compatibility Create and manage IT integration/separation plans, including TSAs and roadmaps Oversee data migration, infrastructure alignment and app rationalisation Ensure uninterrupted IT services and maintain high SLA performance Manage IT incidents, requests, changes and problems (ITIL framework) Act as key liaison between IT and stakeholders (Legal, HR, Finance, Ops) Coordinate with external vendors and manage service contracts Ensure regulatory, legal and cybersecurity compliance during transitions Capture lessons learned and improve playbooks for future M&A initiatives Support change management, onboarding and documentation across projects Requirements Extensive experience in IT service delivery/operations within M&A environments Strong grasp of ITIL practices and service management tools (e.g. ServiceNow) Experience with complex IT integrations, carve-outs and cloud migrations Excellent stakeholder and vendor management skills PRINCE2 or equivalent project management expertise Knowledge of enterprise IT environments (Azure/AWS, networking, cybersecurity) Ideally ITIL v4 Intermediate+ certified Background in infrastructure, enterprise architecture or transformation will be highly favoured London based (initially 4 days per week onsite, dropping to 3 once passed probation)