Location: London Job Type: Full-time (6-month probation) Reports to: Managing Director / CCO About the Organisation We are partnering with a rapidly expanding international organisation operating across film, media, entertainment, and creative sectors. Following recent European growth and integration of new business units, the company is strengthening its operational infrastructure across multiple locations. The Director of IT & Workplace Operations will play a critical role in building a scalable, secure, and efficient technology and workplace environment that supports teams across e-commerce, operations, production, creative, and corporate functions. Role Overview This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role responsible for shaping and managing the company's IT infrastructure, enterprise systems, and day-to-day workplace operations across multiple offices. The position oversees all aspects of IT governance, cybersecurity, systems implementation, vendor management, facilities-related support, and employee technology experience. It also plays a key role in future enterprise software integrations, organisational expansion, and operational transformation projects. Key Responsibilities IT Infrastructure & Support Oversee IT operations for multiple locations, including hardware, software, networking, cybersecurity, and Help Desk services. Troubleshoot and resolve escalated technical issues. Manage endpoint security, backups, system documentation, and device compliance. Standardise IT practices and software ecosystems to support organisational growth. Oversee web and domain security, DNS/SSL management, and website infrastructure. Manage and support a primarily Windows-based device environment. Enterprise Systems & Digital Transformation Lead evaluation, sourcing, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise systems (ERP, HRIS, e-commerce platforms, project management tools). Drive systems integration, workflow configuration, vendor selection, and training. Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure systems support operational scalability. Workplace & Facilities Operations Ensure office readiness across all sites, including IT setup, conference room technology, and equipment maintenance. Manage vendor relationships (ISPs, hardware suppliers, telecom systems). Support desk planning, hybrid working setups, and facilities-related troubleshooting. Oversee tech logistics for onboarding and offboarding. Governance, Compliance & Security Maintain IT policies and controls aligned with compliance standards (GDPR, SOC2, internal audit requirements, etc.). Manage access controls, asset tracking, and periodic IT audits. Develop data protection strategies and business continuity planning. Lead content protection and anti-piracy initiatives with external partners. Leadership, Reporting & Strategy Manage budgets, procurement, and vendor contracts for both IT and workplace operations. Provide regular reporting to the executive team on system performance, risks, and improvement strategies. Lead technology-related initiatives during M&A activity, office expansions, and organisational transitions. Support and mentor the IT & Workplace Operations team. Candidate Profile Essential Experience 7+ years' experience across IT operations and workplace management, with at least 1 year in a leadership role. Strong experience implementing and maintaining enterprise systems (ERP, HRIS, project management, e-commerce tools). Robust knowledge of Windows environments, MDM tools, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern SaaS platforms (e.g., Google Workspace, Slack, Box). Proven experience managing multi-site IT environments and office operations. Strong project management, vendor negotiation, and budgeting skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across teams. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, creative, and entrepreneurial setting. Desirable Experience Experience supporting e-commerce operations or technology-driven creative businesses. Background in small or scaling organisations. Familiarity with ISO or J-SOX-style compliance environments.
Mar 11, 2026
Full time
Location: London Job Type: Full-time (6-month probation) Reports to: Managing Director / CCO About the Organisation We are partnering with a rapidly expanding international organisation operating across film, media, entertainment, and creative sectors. Following recent European growth and integration of new business units, the company is strengthening its operational infrastructure across multiple locations. The Director of IT & Workplace Operations will play a critical role in building a scalable, secure, and efficient technology and workplace environment that supports teams across e-commerce, operations, production, creative, and corporate functions. Role Overview This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role responsible for shaping and managing the company's IT infrastructure, enterprise systems, and day-to-day workplace operations across multiple offices. The position oversees all aspects of IT governance, cybersecurity, systems implementation, vendor management, facilities-related support, and employee technology experience. It also plays a key role in future enterprise software integrations, organisational expansion, and operational transformation projects. Key Responsibilities IT Infrastructure & Support Oversee IT operations for multiple locations, including hardware, software, networking, cybersecurity, and Help Desk services. Troubleshoot and resolve escalated technical issues. Manage endpoint security, backups, system documentation, and device compliance. Standardise IT practices and software ecosystems to support organisational growth. Oversee web and domain security, DNS/SSL management, and website infrastructure. Manage and support a primarily Windows-based device environment. Enterprise Systems & Digital Transformation Lead evaluation, sourcing, implementation, and maintenance of enterprise systems (ERP, HRIS, e-commerce platforms, project management tools). Drive systems integration, workflow configuration, vendor selection, and training. Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure systems support operational scalability. Workplace & Facilities Operations Ensure office readiness across all sites, including IT setup, conference room technology, and equipment maintenance. Manage vendor relationships (ISPs, hardware suppliers, telecom systems). Support desk planning, hybrid working setups, and facilities-related troubleshooting. Oversee tech logistics for onboarding and offboarding. Governance, Compliance & Security Maintain IT policies and controls aligned with compliance standards (GDPR, SOC2, internal audit requirements, etc.). Manage access controls, asset tracking, and periodic IT audits. Develop data protection strategies and business continuity planning. Lead content protection and anti-piracy initiatives with external partners. Leadership, Reporting & Strategy Manage budgets, procurement, and vendor contracts for both IT and workplace operations. Provide regular reporting to the executive team on system performance, risks, and improvement strategies. Lead technology-related initiatives during M&A activity, office expansions, and organisational transitions. Support and mentor the IT & Workplace Operations team. Candidate Profile Essential Experience 7+ years' experience across IT operations and workplace management, with at least 1 year in a leadership role. Strong experience implementing and maintaining enterprise systems (ERP, HRIS, project management, e-commerce tools). Robust knowledge of Windows environments, MDM tools, cybersecurity frameworks, and modern SaaS platforms (e.g., Google Workspace, Slack, Box). Proven experience managing multi-site IT environments and office operations. Strong project management, vendor negotiation, and budgeting skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence across teams. Comfortable working in a fast-paced, creative, and entrepreneurial setting. Desirable Experience Experience supporting e-commerce operations or technology-driven creative businesses. Background in small or scaling organisations. Familiarity with ISO or J-SOX-style compliance environments.
Corporate IT Manager Sheffield (2-3 days onsite) £55,000-£60,000 Base Salary + £5,000 Car Allowance Private Medical Insurance 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Our client is a growing, multi-site organisation operating in a fast-moving, service-led environment. With continued expansion and increasing regulatory focus, the business is investing in strengthening its technology, security and digital capability. They are seeking a hands-on Corporate IT Manager to take ownership of the IT function and drive the next phase of maturity. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a visible leadership role with genuine influence. The successful candidate will shape IT strategy while remaining operationally involved, ensuring infrastructure, security and service delivery are robust, scalable and commercially aligned. Key Responsibilities: Define and deliver a forward-looking IT strategy aligned to business growth. Own infrastructure across networking, hybrid cloud (Azure) and VMware environments. Lead the Microsoft ecosystem including M365, Entra ID, Intune and endpoint security. Strengthen cybersecurity posture and lead ISO27001 accreditation. Design and embed BCP, disaster recovery and backup frameworks. Drive automation and productivity through Power Platform and Copilot. Manage a small internal support team alongside external IT partners and MSPs. Ensure strong governance, service excellence and cost control. Key Skills: Strong networking and infrastructure expertise across LAN, WAN, firewalls, VPN and cloud environments. Deep Microsoft 365 administration and architecture experience. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Intune and endpoint security management. Proven cybersecurity implementation experience including Defender, MFA, Conditional Access and DLP. Strong working knowledge of ISO27001, ideally having led or supported accreditation. Experience with Azure infrastructure and hybrid IT environments. Demonstrable experience designing BCP, disaster recovery and backup strategies. Experience managing hybrid IT models and third-party vendors or MSPs. Ability to translate business needs into a clear, commercially aligned IT strategy. Confident communicator able to engage effectively with both technical teams and senior stakeholders. We are an equal opportunity recruitment company. This means we welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age. We are particularly invested in Neurodiversity inclusion and offer reasonable adjustments in the interview process. Reasonable adjustments are changes that we can make in the interview process if your disability puts you at a disadvantage compared with others who are not disabled. If you would benefit from a reasonable adjustment in your interview process, please call or email one of our recruiters.
Mar 09, 2026
Full time
Corporate IT Manager Sheffield (2-3 days onsite) £55,000-£60,000 Base Salary + £5,000 Car Allowance Private Medical Insurance 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays Our client is a growing, multi-site organisation operating in a fast-moving, service-led environment. With continued expansion and increasing regulatory focus, the business is investing in strengthening its technology, security and digital capability. They are seeking a hands-on Corporate IT Manager to take ownership of the IT function and drive the next phase of maturity. Reporting directly to the Managing Director, this is a visible leadership role with genuine influence. The successful candidate will shape IT strategy while remaining operationally involved, ensuring infrastructure, security and service delivery are robust, scalable and commercially aligned. Key Responsibilities: Define and deliver a forward-looking IT strategy aligned to business growth. Own infrastructure across networking, hybrid cloud (Azure) and VMware environments. Lead the Microsoft ecosystem including M365, Entra ID, Intune and endpoint security. Strengthen cybersecurity posture and lead ISO27001 accreditation. Design and embed BCP, disaster recovery and backup frameworks. Drive automation and productivity through Power Platform and Copilot. Manage a small internal support team alongside external IT partners and MSPs. Ensure strong governance, service excellence and cost control. Key Skills: Strong networking and infrastructure expertise across LAN, WAN, firewalls, VPN and cloud environments. Deep Microsoft 365 administration and architecture experience. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Intune and endpoint security management. Proven cybersecurity implementation experience including Defender, MFA, Conditional Access and DLP. Strong working knowledge of ISO27001, ideally having led or supported accreditation. Experience with Azure infrastructure and hybrid IT environments. Demonstrable experience designing BCP, disaster recovery and backup strategies. Experience managing hybrid IT models and third-party vendors or MSPs. Ability to translate business needs into a clear, commercially aligned IT strategy. Confident communicator able to engage effectively with both technical teams and senior stakeholders. We are an equal opportunity recruitment company. This means we welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age. We are particularly invested in Neurodiversity inclusion and offer reasonable adjustments in the interview process. Reasonable adjustments are changes that we can make in the interview process if your disability puts you at a disadvantage compared with others who are not disabled. If you would benefit from a reasonable adjustment in your interview process, please call or email one of our recruiters.
Level 2 SME (Internet gateway security -Netskope & ZTNA) 6 Month contract initially + Extensions Based: Onsite in Coventry Rate: £400 - £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 Level 2 SME (Internet gateway security -Netskope & ZTNA) to join the team. Individual responsibility (T&M) Need experience on the CASB and Internet Gateway security tools especially Netskope & ZTNA. Key Responsibilities; Public Key Infrastructure: * Work with project team and stakeholders for design and build of new Internal Public Key Infrastructure that is possibly Quantum proof * Understand the gaps identified in the existing PKI and to define solutions to address them in new PKI * Build and integrate the PKI with new Certificate Life Cycle Management solution * Understand the concept of cloud Hardware Security Module and integration of it with the Certificate Authorities * Understand and define the certificate template requirements for the internal PKI certificate consumer services Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA): * Infrastructure requirements and Definition of rulesets for future VPN - ZTNA solution * Build necessary infrastructure to support ZTNA * Discovery of VPN dependent applications and plan for the Firewall changes as needed * Collaborate with multiple stakeholders along with the application support team for the delivery of ZTNA solution Networks and Other activities: * Work with the product team to understand requirements and the discovery activities for Network Segmentation built with Kill Switch requirement for cyber security * Collaborate with the networks team for any Network change requirement/network related issues for any product within the product team * Understand requirements for the Proxy Access Control file, necessary changes to it to be raised appropriately with Networks team * Connect with the Enterprise compute team for deployment of Internet Security tool to endpoints, upgrades to the tools and maintenance of the tools * Management of the EntraID enterprise apps which are required for the Internet Security tool to function with SSO, SCIM, IDP features Key Skills & experience: Internet Gateway Security: * Work with the team to understand the product requirements to build Internet Security policies as necessary to protect the corporate user endpoints * Define, enable, review Internet security policies and the traffic steering configurations in the tool sets - Secure Web Gateway, Cloud Access Security Broker * Understand data exfiltration possibilities and to build Data Loss Prevention policies as needed * To work closely with the Security Operations team to enhance security requirements, apply adhoc denies to risky sites, Exception requirements from colleagues * High knowledge on the SSL inspection concept to define SSL decryption bypass policies without compromising security features * Work closely with the end users for any website exception requirements in line with SOC requirements, to resolve DLP/SSL inspection related problems * Complete administration of the Netskope tenant 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.
Mar 06, 2026
Contractor
Level 2 SME (Internet gateway security -Netskope & ZTNA) 6 Month contract initially + Extensions Based: Onsite in Coventry Rate: £400 - £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 Level 2 SME (Internet gateway security -Netskope & ZTNA) to join the team. Individual responsibility (T&M) Need experience on the CASB and Internet Gateway security tools especially Netskope & ZTNA. Key Responsibilities; Public Key Infrastructure: * Work with project team and stakeholders for design and build of new Internal Public Key Infrastructure that is possibly Quantum proof * Understand the gaps identified in the existing PKI and to define solutions to address them in new PKI * Build and integrate the PKI with new Certificate Life Cycle Management solution * Understand the concept of cloud Hardware Security Module and integration of it with the Certificate Authorities * Understand and define the certificate template requirements for the internal PKI certificate consumer services Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA): * Infrastructure requirements and Definition of rulesets for future VPN - ZTNA solution * Build necessary infrastructure to support ZTNA * Discovery of VPN dependent applications and plan for the Firewall changes as needed * Collaborate with multiple stakeholders along with the application support team for the delivery of ZTNA solution Networks and Other activities: * Work with the product team to understand requirements and the discovery activities for Network Segmentation built with Kill Switch requirement for cyber security * Collaborate with the networks team for any Network change requirement/network related issues for any product within the product team * Understand requirements for the Proxy Access Control file, necessary changes to it to be raised appropriately with Networks team * Connect with the Enterprise compute team for deployment of Internet Security tool to endpoints, upgrades to the tools and maintenance of the tools * Management of the EntraID enterprise apps which are required for the Internet Security tool to function with SSO, SCIM, IDP features Key Skills & experience: Internet Gateway Security: * Work with the team to understand the product requirements to build Internet Security policies as necessary to protect the corporate user endpoints * Define, enable, review Internet security policies and the traffic steering configurations in the tool sets - Secure Web Gateway, Cloud Access Security Broker * Understand data exfiltration possibilities and to build Data Loss Prevention policies as needed * To work closely with the Security Operations team to enhance security requirements, apply adhoc denies to risky sites, Exception requirements from colleagues * High knowledge on the SSL inspection concept to define SSL decryption bypass policies without compromising security features * Work closely with the end users for any website exception requirements in line with SOC requirements, to resolve DLP/SSL inspection related problems * Complete administration of the Netskope tenant 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.
Base Location: Reading / Havant / Perth Salary: 600 per day Working Pattern: 40 hours per week / Full time Embark on a transformative career journey with SSE energy company, where innovation meets impact in the heart of the IT sector. As a pivotal player in our forward-thinking team, you'll harness cutting-edge technology to drive change and propel the UK towards its ambitious net-zero targets. Your expertise will not only shape the future of energy but also carve a sustainable world for generations to come. Join us and be at the forefront of the green revolution, where every line of code contributes to a cleaner, brighter future. Key Responsibilities: Provide technical leadership and oversight to the group Data & Analytics platform team. Responsible for ensuring the reliability, security and scalability of analytics platform services. Deliver full automation of the deployment of Data & Analytics platform services via Infrastructure as code. Help to set development standards, configure operational support processes and provide technical assurance. Provide support to Data & Analytics platform users and internal development teams interacting with the Data & Analytics platform services. What do you need? Extensive experience of deploying Azure and ideally AWS cloud resources and be fully conversant with agile and DevOps development methodology. Extensive experience in using Terraform to deploy cloud resources as infrastructure as code. Excellent understanding of CI/CD principles and experience with related tools (e.g. Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions). Strong knowledge of scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python and Azure CLI and proven experience with automation runbooks, VM maintenance scripts and SQL. Strong understanding of cloud access control and governance such as RBAC and IAM. Strong knowledge on Cloud Networking (Azure) such as private endpoints, Firewalls, NSGs, NAT gateways and route tables. Good knowledge in Microsoft Entra ID such as managing App registrations, Enterprise Apps, AD groups, managed identities and Privileged Identity Management. Proven experience in IaaS such as virtual machines - both Windows and Linux. Familiarity with server patching and maintenance. Strong understanding of security best practices within Azure and ideally AWS. Experience of configuring cloud data services (preferably Databricks) in Azure and ideally AWS. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across multiple technical and non-technical teams. What happens now? After submitting your application for the Data and Analytics Senior Development Operations Engineer role, we understand you're eager to hear back. We value your time and interest, and if your application is successful, you will be contacted directly by the team within 2 working days. We appreciate your patience and look forward to the possibility of welcoming you aboard.
Oct 08, 2025
Contractor
Base Location: Reading / Havant / Perth Salary: 600 per day Working Pattern: 40 hours per week / Full time Embark on a transformative career journey with SSE energy company, where innovation meets impact in the heart of the IT sector. As a pivotal player in our forward-thinking team, you'll harness cutting-edge technology to drive change and propel the UK towards its ambitious net-zero targets. Your expertise will not only shape the future of energy but also carve a sustainable world for generations to come. Join us and be at the forefront of the green revolution, where every line of code contributes to a cleaner, brighter future. Key Responsibilities: Provide technical leadership and oversight to the group Data & Analytics platform team. Responsible for ensuring the reliability, security and scalability of analytics platform services. Deliver full automation of the deployment of Data & Analytics platform services via Infrastructure as code. Help to set development standards, configure operational support processes and provide technical assurance. Provide support to Data & Analytics platform users and internal development teams interacting with the Data & Analytics platform services. What do you need? Extensive experience of deploying Azure and ideally AWS cloud resources and be fully conversant with agile and DevOps development methodology. Extensive experience in using Terraform to deploy cloud resources as infrastructure as code. Excellent understanding of CI/CD principles and experience with related tools (e.g. Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions). Strong knowledge of scripting languages such as PowerShell, Python and Azure CLI and proven experience with automation runbooks, VM maintenance scripts and SQL. Strong understanding of cloud access control and governance such as RBAC and IAM. Strong knowledge on Cloud Networking (Azure) such as private endpoints, Firewalls, NSGs, NAT gateways and route tables. Good knowledge in Microsoft Entra ID such as managing App registrations, Enterprise Apps, AD groups, managed identities and Privileged Identity Management. Proven experience in IaaS such as virtual machines - both Windows and Linux. Familiarity with server patching and maintenance. Strong understanding of security best practices within Azure and ideally AWS. Experience of configuring cloud data services (preferably Databricks) in Azure and ideally AWS. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across multiple technical and non-technical teams. What happens now? After submitting your application for the Data and Analytics Senior Development Operations Engineer role, we understand you're eager to hear back. We value your time and interest, and if your application is successful, you will be contacted directly by the team within 2 working days. We appreciate your patience and look forward to the possibility of welcoming you aboard.
Windows Endpoint Engineer (SOE SME) Salary: £50,000-£60,000 Contract: 12-month FTC (Extensions likely) Location: Fully Remote (occasional UK travel) Clearance: UK Security Clearance (SC) Essential Why This Role Stands Out Shape and optimise a large-scale Windows 10/11 estate in a high-profile enterprise environment. Work with cutting-edge deployment technologies (SCCM, MDT, PowerShell, WaaS). Remote-first flexibility with occasional team meet-ups. Long-term stability - 12-month FTC with strong likelihood of extension. The Role We're looking for a Windows Endpoint Engineer to act as an SOE Subject Matter Expert (SME), supporting the planning, upgrades, and optimisation of the Windows operating system environment. You'll collaborate with deployment teams, service operations, and enterprise architects to ensure a secure, scalable, and compliant desktop infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Lead annual Windows 10 OS feature/version upgrades. Implement and support WaaS (Windows-as-a-Service). Create MDT images, manage driver and MS patch updates. Package and deploy applications via SCCM. Investigate GPO changes and update AD group policies. Support auto-enrolment and compliance policies. Oversee enterprise provisioning, lifecycle, and asset management. Provide 2nd/3rd line incident resolution. Raise changes and participate in CAB meetings. Collaborate with deployment specialists to drive continual improvement. What We're Looking For Strong knowledge of Windows 10/11 builds and features. Expertise in SCCM, MDT, Windows Imaging, and PowerShell. Proven track record in managing enterprise desktop environments. Experience in lifecycle management, change control, and compliance. Excellent collaboration skills across multi-team environments. If your hold this sounds like you, and you hold SC Clearance than apply today and one of our team will be in touch with you to discuss the opportunity in more detail.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
Windows Endpoint Engineer (SOE SME) Salary: £50,000-£60,000 Contract: 12-month FTC (Extensions likely) Location: Fully Remote (occasional UK travel) Clearance: UK Security Clearance (SC) Essential Why This Role Stands Out Shape and optimise a large-scale Windows 10/11 estate in a high-profile enterprise environment. Work with cutting-edge deployment technologies (SCCM, MDT, PowerShell, WaaS). Remote-first flexibility with occasional team meet-ups. Long-term stability - 12-month FTC with strong likelihood of extension. The Role We're looking for a Windows Endpoint Engineer to act as an SOE Subject Matter Expert (SME), supporting the planning, upgrades, and optimisation of the Windows operating system environment. You'll collaborate with deployment teams, service operations, and enterprise architects to ensure a secure, scalable, and compliant desktop infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Lead annual Windows 10 OS feature/version upgrades. Implement and support WaaS (Windows-as-a-Service). Create MDT images, manage driver and MS patch updates. Package and deploy applications via SCCM. Investigate GPO changes and update AD group policies. Support auto-enrolment and compliance policies. Oversee enterprise provisioning, lifecycle, and asset management. Provide 2nd/3rd line incident resolution. Raise changes and participate in CAB meetings. Collaborate with deployment specialists to drive continual improvement. What We're Looking For Strong knowledge of Windows 10/11 builds and features. Expertise in SCCM, MDT, Windows Imaging, and PowerShell. Proven track record in managing enterprise desktop environments. Experience in lifecycle management, change control, and compliance. Excellent collaboration skills across multi-team environments. If your hold this sounds like you, and you hold SC Clearance than apply today and one of our team will be in touch with you to discuss the opportunity in more detail.
IT Infrastructure Team Lead Preston £38,897 - £42,081 Up to 10% of annual salary offered for an outstanding candidate An IT infrastructure Team Lead is required for our education client based in Preston.This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role, responsible for the organisation's infrastructure environment. You'll lead the Infrastructure & Systems sub-team, manage two Infrastructure Engineers, and ensure the delivery of secure, resilient, and future-ready IT services.Key Responsibilities:Lead infrastructure projects, upgrades, and migrationsAdminister networks, servers, cloud platforms (Microsoft 365, Azure AD)Oversee endpoint management (Intune & JAMF)Maintain and optimise SQL Server environmentsSupport cybersecurity, compliance, and disaster recovery planning Skills:Essential:Degree in IT or equivalent experienceStrong technical knowledge across infrastructure, cloud, and endpoint managementProven leadership and IT Infrastructure project delivery experienceHans on Microsoft 365 and Azure ADExperience maintaining SQL Server environmentsExperience of cybersecurity monitoring and incident responseExcellent communication and problem-solving skillsDesirable:Industry certifications (e.g., Azure, SQL, Cisco, ITIL)Experience in education or public sector ITStrategic planning and systems integration knowledge
Oct 06, 2025
Full time
IT Infrastructure Team Lead Preston £38,897 - £42,081 Up to 10% of annual salary offered for an outstanding candidate An IT infrastructure Team Lead is required for our education client based in Preston.This is a strategic and hands-on leadership role, responsible for the organisation's infrastructure environment. You'll lead the Infrastructure & Systems sub-team, manage two Infrastructure Engineers, and ensure the delivery of secure, resilient, and future-ready IT services.Key Responsibilities:Lead infrastructure projects, upgrades, and migrationsAdminister networks, servers, cloud platforms (Microsoft 365, Azure AD)Oversee endpoint management (Intune & JAMF)Maintain and optimise SQL Server environmentsSupport cybersecurity, compliance, and disaster recovery planning Skills:Essential:Degree in IT or equivalent experienceStrong technical knowledge across infrastructure, cloud, and endpoint managementProven leadership and IT Infrastructure project delivery experienceHans on Microsoft 365 and Azure ADExperience maintaining SQL Server environmentsExperience of cybersecurity monitoring and incident responseExcellent communication and problem-solving skillsDesirable:Industry certifications (e.g., Azure, SQL, Cisco, ITIL)Experience in education or public sector ITStrategic planning and systems integration knowledge
I am currently looking for 2 experienced Cyber Security Engineers (DV Cleared) for a client, based in Milton Keynes with occasional travel to London. DV Clearance is essential - applicants without current clearance unfortunately cannot be considered. About the Role: These roles sit within a client's Cybersecurity Operations function. You will play a key part in designing, implementing, and maintaining the platforms that support enterprise-scale security operations. From SIEM and log collection to endpoint detection, automation, and integration, you'll help ensure the SOC team has the reliable and scalable infrastructure it needs to detect, investigate, and respond to threats. Responsibilities: Manage and optimise SIEM platforms (Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, open-source alternatives) across hybrid-cloud environments Configure and maintain log/data pipelines from endpoints, cloud services, and network devices Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of core security platforms Integrate new security tools into the ecosystem, including automation via APIs, Scripting, and AI Maintain clear documentation, diagrams, and procedures to support knowledge sharing and consistency Skills & Experience: Strong hands-on experience with SIEM technologies (Splunk, Sentinel, etc.) Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and hybrid environments Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell) for automation and integration Experience with SOAR and SecDevOps practices (Git, GitHub, Azure DevOps, CI/CD) Good understanding of frameworks such as NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, CAF Background in Incident Response or SOC analysis is highly valued Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset Effective communication and collaboration skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Certifications (Splunk, Microsoft, SANS, etc.) are desirable but not required. Location: Milton Keynes (with some travel to London) Positions: 2 available If you're DV cleared and want to take on a challenging and rewarding role with a leading organisation, I'd love to hear from you.
Oct 06, 2025
Contractor
I am currently looking for 2 experienced Cyber Security Engineers (DV Cleared) for a client, based in Milton Keynes with occasional travel to London. DV Clearance is essential - applicants without current clearance unfortunately cannot be considered. About the Role: These roles sit within a client's Cybersecurity Operations function. You will play a key part in designing, implementing, and maintaining the platforms that support enterprise-scale security operations. From SIEM and log collection to endpoint detection, automation, and integration, you'll help ensure the SOC team has the reliable and scalable infrastructure it needs to detect, investigate, and respond to threats. Responsibilities: Manage and optimise SIEM platforms (Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel, open-source alternatives) across hybrid-cloud environments Configure and maintain log/data pipelines from endpoints, cloud services, and network devices Ensure high availability, reliability, and performance of core security platforms Integrate new security tools into the ecosystem, including automation via APIs, Scripting, and AI Maintain clear documentation, diagrams, and procedures to support knowledge sharing and consistency Skills & Experience: Strong hands-on experience with SIEM technologies (Splunk, Sentinel, etc.) Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP) and hybrid environments Scripting skills (Python, PowerShell) for automation and integration Experience with SOAR and SecDevOps practices (Git, GitHub, Azure DevOps, CI/CD) Good understanding of frameworks such as NIST, MITRE ATT&CK, CAF Background in Incident Response or SOC analysis is highly valued Soft Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset Effective communication and collaboration skills Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Certifications (Splunk, Microsoft, SANS, etc.) are desirable but not required. Location: Milton Keynes (with some travel to London) Positions: 2 available If you're DV cleared and want to take on a challenging and rewarding role with a leading organisation, I'd love to hear from you.
Your New Company and Role Join a dynamic digital team focused on delivering intelligent automation solutions using cutting-edge technologies. In this role, you'll help build and evolve a production-grade automation service that applies AI/ML to process high-volume, low-complexity workflows. You'll work on a modern AWS serverless platform, developing components for document analysis, signature detection, and predictive modelling. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is key to ensuring seamless integration with existing digital services. What You'll Need to Succeed Commercial experience with AI/ML technology: OCR, Object Detection and LLM analysis implementation Machine Learning & AI Libraries including: o Transformers/Hugging Face for working with pre-trained LLMs, fine-tuning, and inference o PyTorch for deep learning model development and training o OpenCV for computer vision tasks and image preprocessing in object detection o PIL/Pillow for image manipulation and format conversion o YOLO object detection frameworks Core Python Skills : Proficiency in Python 3.9+ with understanding of object-oriented programming, decorators, context managers, and async/await patterns Data structures and algorithms for efficient data processing and model optimisation Error handling and debugging using try-catch blocks, logging, and debugging tools Data Processing: Pandas and NumPy for data manipulation, cleaning, and numerical operations SQLAlchemy or psycopg2 for database connectivity and ORM operations Boto3 for AWS service integration and automation AWS (working within Technical Lead's architecture): Lambda function development with proper event handling and response formatting S3 operations including multipart uploads, presigned URLs, and event notifications CloudWatch logging and metrics for monitoring and debugging Understanding of IAM and security for role-based access and credential management Experience with CDK for infrastructure deployment SQS for message queuing EKS/ECS/Kubernetes for containerised AI deployments API Development : FastAPI for building REST APIs and model serving endpoints Requests library for HTTP client operations and external API integration Authentication/authorisation implementation (JWT, OAuth) Software Development: Making excellent quality AI/ML software collaboratively with other engineers Working effectively under technical leadership while contributing specialised AI/ML expertise Design and implementation of AI/ML solutions using service-based and serverless architecture Using written, verbal, and visual communication to explain AI/ML concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Development Practices: Cloud monitoring, telemetry, intelligence tools for AI/ML systems, including Grafana Experience working in Agile delivery models - Scrum and/or Kanban frameworks Formal XP engineering techniques including TDD and pair programming Working within defined infrastructure-as-code frameworks What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Oct 03, 2025
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Your New Company and Role Join a dynamic digital team focused on delivering intelligent automation solutions using cutting-edge technologies. In this role, you'll help build and evolve a production-grade automation service that applies AI/ML to process high-volume, low-complexity workflows. You'll work on a modern AWS serverless platform, developing components for document analysis, signature detection, and predictive modelling. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is key to ensuring seamless integration with existing digital services. What You'll Need to Succeed Commercial experience with AI/ML technology: OCR, Object Detection and LLM analysis implementation Machine Learning & AI Libraries including: o Transformers/Hugging Face for working with pre-trained LLMs, fine-tuning, and inference o PyTorch for deep learning model development and training o OpenCV for computer vision tasks and image preprocessing in object detection o PIL/Pillow for image manipulation and format conversion o YOLO object detection frameworks Core Python Skills : Proficiency in Python 3.9+ with understanding of object-oriented programming, decorators, context managers, and async/await patterns Data structures and algorithms for efficient data processing and model optimisation Error handling and debugging using try-catch blocks, logging, and debugging tools Data Processing: Pandas and NumPy for data manipulation, cleaning, and numerical operations SQLAlchemy or psycopg2 for database connectivity and ORM operations Boto3 for AWS service integration and automation AWS (working within Technical Lead's architecture): Lambda function development with proper event handling and response formatting S3 operations including multipart uploads, presigned URLs, and event notifications CloudWatch logging and metrics for monitoring and debugging Understanding of IAM and security for role-based access and credential management Experience with CDK for infrastructure deployment SQS for message queuing EKS/ECS/Kubernetes for containerised AI deployments API Development : FastAPI for building REST APIs and model serving endpoints Requests library for HTTP client operations and external API integration Authentication/authorisation implementation (JWT, OAuth) Software Development: Making excellent quality AI/ML software collaboratively with other engineers Working effectively under technical leadership while contributing specialised AI/ML expertise Design and implementation of AI/ML solutions using service-based and serverless architecture Using written, verbal, and visual communication to explain AI/ML concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Development Practices: Cloud monitoring, telemetry, intelligence tools for AI/ML systems, including Grafana Experience working in Agile delivery models - Scrum and/or Kanban frameworks Formal XP engineering techniques including TDD and pair programming Working within defined infrastructure-as-code frameworks What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Our client, a prominent player in the insurtech sector, is seeking a passionate and skilled Java Software Engineer to join their dynamic team. This permanent role will involve working closely with engineering squads, architects, and platform teams to ensure the company's APIs are well-designed, discoverable, versioned, and aligned with modern integration patterns. The ideal candidate will also guide the adoption of API tooling and platforms such as TIBCO, Apigee, or Azure API Management, enhancing the developer experience both internally and externally. Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership & API Strategy Define and maintain the organisation's API strategy, including standards for design, documentation, versioning, security, and lifecycle management. Establish and evolve reusable API design patterns, working closely with architects and platform teams. Guide platform adoption and integration of API gateway/orchestration tools (e.g., TIBCO, Apigee, Azure API Management). Support consistent enforcement of API governance policies, authentication mechanisms, and API analytics. Contribute to the long-term roadmap for API enablement, developer tooling, and discoverability. Design, Development & Enablement Design and build Spring Boot-based APIs that are scalable, testable, and well-structured. Lead or support squads in the delivery of high-impact integration solutions across services and platforms. Collaborate on reusable API assets such as SDKs, templates, shared schemas, and common middleware. Implement robust error handling, logging, and observability across services and endpoints. Promote automation of API tests, documentation, contract validation, and pipeline integration. Collaboration & Engineering Maturity Act as a subject matter expert for APIs across squads and tribes, supporting design reviews, peer mentoring, and training. Participate in planning, backlog refinement, and sprint activities as a senior technical voice. Collaborate with architecture, security, and governance teams to align APIs with organisational principles. Contribute to Chapter and Guild forums, raising the bar for API engineering across the organisation. Lead efforts to reduce technical debt, improve platform resilience, and accelerate onboarding for new API consumers. Job Requirements: Technical Expertise Essential: Strong commercial experience building APIs using Java and Spring Boot in a production environment. Deep knowledge of RESTful API design, including best practices for resource modelling, pagination, and error handling. Proven experience with API versioning strategies, backward compatibility, and lifecycle management. Familiarity with OpenAPI/Swagger specifications and API documentation tooling. Solid understanding of API security, including OAuth2, API keys, scopes, JWT, and rate limiting. Strong testing experience, including contract testing, unit, integration, and end-to-end tests. Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines, Git workflows, and infrastructure-as-code concepts. Desirable: Experience with API gateway/orchestration platforms, such as TIBCO, Apigee, or Azure API Management. Experience with asynchronous patterns, such as event-driven architecture or messaging queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ). Familiarity with containerisation (Docker) and deployment in Kubernetes environments. Exposure to GraphQL and other modern API approaches. Behavioural Competencies Strategic Thinking: Aligns API design and platform tooling with organisational goals and future scalability. Technical Leadership: Mentors engineers, shares best practices, and supports consistent implementation across teams. Collaboration: Works across squads, architecture, and platform areas to unify integration approaches. Communication: Explains complex API design choices clearly to technical and non-technical audiences. Accountability: Takes ownership of engineering quality, platform reliability, and strategic delivery. Continuous Improvement: Identifies opportunities to simplify, standardise, or automate aspects of API delivery. Resilience & Knowledge Sharing: Encourages documentation, reusable assets, and team resilience through shared learning. Benefits: Permanent position with opportunities for career growth Work within a leading insurtech company Access to continuous professional development and training Supportive and collaborative team environment Comprehensive employee benefits package If you are a Java Software Engineer looking for a dynamic role within the insurtech industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative team.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Our client, a prominent player in the insurtech sector, is seeking a passionate and skilled Java Software Engineer to join their dynamic team. This permanent role will involve working closely with engineering squads, architects, and platform teams to ensure the company's APIs are well-designed, discoverable, versioned, and aligned with modern integration patterns. The ideal candidate will also guide the adoption of API tooling and platforms such as TIBCO, Apigee, or Azure API Management, enhancing the developer experience both internally and externally. Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership & API Strategy Define and maintain the organisation's API strategy, including standards for design, documentation, versioning, security, and lifecycle management. Establish and evolve reusable API design patterns, working closely with architects and platform teams. Guide platform adoption and integration of API gateway/orchestration tools (e.g., TIBCO, Apigee, Azure API Management). Support consistent enforcement of API governance policies, authentication mechanisms, and API analytics. Contribute to the long-term roadmap for API enablement, developer tooling, and discoverability. Design, Development & Enablement Design and build Spring Boot-based APIs that are scalable, testable, and well-structured. Lead or support squads in the delivery of high-impact integration solutions across services and platforms. Collaborate on reusable API assets such as SDKs, templates, shared schemas, and common middleware. Implement robust error handling, logging, and observability across services and endpoints. Promote automation of API tests, documentation, contract validation, and pipeline integration. Collaboration & Engineering Maturity Act as a subject matter expert for APIs across squads and tribes, supporting design reviews, peer mentoring, and training. Participate in planning, backlog refinement, and sprint activities as a senior technical voice. Collaborate with architecture, security, and governance teams to align APIs with organisational principles. Contribute to Chapter and Guild forums, raising the bar for API engineering across the organisation. Lead efforts to reduce technical debt, improve platform resilience, and accelerate onboarding for new API consumers. Job Requirements: Technical Expertise Essential: Strong commercial experience building APIs using Java and Spring Boot in a production environment. Deep knowledge of RESTful API design, including best practices for resource modelling, pagination, and error handling. Proven experience with API versioning strategies, backward compatibility, and lifecycle management. Familiarity with OpenAPI/Swagger specifications and API documentation tooling. Solid understanding of API security, including OAuth2, API keys, scopes, JWT, and rate limiting. Strong testing experience, including contract testing, unit, integration, and end-to-end tests. Proficiency with CI/CD pipelines, Git workflows, and infrastructure-as-code concepts. Desirable: Experience with API gateway/orchestration platforms, such as TIBCO, Apigee, or Azure API Management. Experience with asynchronous patterns, such as event-driven architecture or messaging queues (e.g., Kafka, RabbitMQ). Familiarity with containerisation (Docker) and deployment in Kubernetes environments. Exposure to GraphQL and other modern API approaches. Behavioural Competencies Strategic Thinking: Aligns API design and platform tooling with organisational goals and future scalability. Technical Leadership: Mentors engineers, shares best practices, and supports consistent implementation across teams. Collaboration: Works across squads, architecture, and platform areas to unify integration approaches. Communication: Explains complex API design choices clearly to technical and non-technical audiences. Accountability: Takes ownership of engineering quality, platform reliability, and strategic delivery. Continuous Improvement: Identifies opportunities to simplify, standardise, or automate aspects of API delivery. Resilience & Knowledge Sharing: Encourages documentation, reusable assets, and team resilience through shared learning. Benefits: Permanent position with opportunities for career growth Work within a leading insurtech company Access to continuous professional development and training Supportive and collaborative team environment Comprehensive employee benefits package If you are a Java Software Engineer looking for a dynamic role within the insurtech industry, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's innovative team.
Job Title: Senior Cyber Security Analyst - SC Location : Hybrid/London - 3 days a week on site Contract Duration : 3 months initially Daily Rate: £800/day (Umbrella - Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Minimum requirement: Experience of investigating and responding to cyber incidents, coordinating incident response in large org 5+ years' experience with SPLUNK EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) Analytical, problem solving Security Clearance: SC Senior Cyber Security Analyst The Cyber Defence team delivers cyber threat intelligence, threat detection, incident response and Vulnerability management capabilities for the organisation, and is responsible for defending both internal IT infrastructure and citizen-facing services. As a senior security analyst, you'll take a leading role in building and delivering these core capabilities, focusing on incident response. As a senior security analyst with responsibility for incident response, you will l: Lead the investigation of security alerts to understand the nature and extent of possible cyber incidents Lead the forensic analysis of systems, files, network traffic and cloud environments Lead the technical response to cyber incidents by identifying and implementing (or coordinating the implementation of) containment, eradication and recovery actions Support the wider coordination of cyber incidents Review previous incidents to identify lessons and actions Identify and deliver opportunities for continual improvement of the incident response capability Work closely alongside other Cyber Defence functions, supporting the continual improvement of wider capabilities Develop and update internal plans, playbooks and knowledge base articles Act as an escalation point for, and provide coaching and mentoring to, security analysts Be responsible for leadership and line management of security analysts Cyber incidents can and do arise on a 24/7 basis. The team operates an out-of-hours on call rota, which you will be expected to join. We're interested in people who have: Significant experience investigating and responding to cyber incidents Significant experience using security tools (eg, EDR, SIEM) to support the investigation and response to cyber incidents Experience managing and coordinating the response to cyber incidents Experience coaching and mentoring junior staff An in-depth understanding of the tools, techniques and procedures used by threat actors Excellent analytical and problem solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience with Splunk Experience working in an Agile environment Experience with cloud environments such as AWS Disability Confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us. We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know. To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources
Oct 03, 2025
Contractor
Job Title: Senior Cyber Security Analyst - SC Location : Hybrid/London - 3 days a week on site Contract Duration : 3 months initially Daily Rate: £800/day (Umbrella - Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Minimum requirement: Experience of investigating and responding to cyber incidents, coordinating incident response in large org 5+ years' experience with SPLUNK EDR (Endpoint Detection and Response) Analytical, problem solving Security Clearance: SC Senior Cyber Security Analyst The Cyber Defence team delivers cyber threat intelligence, threat detection, incident response and Vulnerability management capabilities for the organisation, and is responsible for defending both internal IT infrastructure and citizen-facing services. As a senior security analyst, you'll take a leading role in building and delivering these core capabilities, focusing on incident response. As a senior security analyst with responsibility for incident response, you will l: Lead the investigation of security alerts to understand the nature and extent of possible cyber incidents Lead the forensic analysis of systems, files, network traffic and cloud environments Lead the technical response to cyber incidents by identifying and implementing (or coordinating the implementation of) containment, eradication and recovery actions Support the wider coordination of cyber incidents Review previous incidents to identify lessons and actions Identify and deliver opportunities for continual improvement of the incident response capability Work closely alongside other Cyber Defence functions, supporting the continual improvement of wider capabilities Develop and update internal plans, playbooks and knowledge base articles Act as an escalation point for, and provide coaching and mentoring to, security analysts Be responsible for leadership and line management of security analysts Cyber incidents can and do arise on a 24/7 basis. The team operates an out-of-hours on call rota, which you will be expected to join. We're interested in people who have: Significant experience investigating and responding to cyber incidents Significant experience using security tools (eg, EDR, SIEM) to support the investigation and response to cyber incidents Experience managing and coordinating the response to cyber incidents Experience coaching and mentoring junior staff An in-depth understanding of the tools, techniques and procedures used by threat actors Excellent analytical and problem solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience with Splunk Experience working in an Agile environment Experience with cloud environments such as AWS Disability Confident As a member of the disability confident scheme, CLIENT guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Armed Forces Covenant CLIENT is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, we guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses/partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates/military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify for the above, please notify us. We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your Guaranteed Interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a more accessible way for us to communicate, please do let me know. To apply for this role please submit your latest CV or contact Aspect Resources
IT Infrastructure Team Lead We welcome applications for this support post to commence as soon as possible. For an outstanding candidate the college will consider a 'golden hello' payment of up to 10% of the annual salary. The Role The IT Infrastructure Team Lead will lead the College's Infrastructure & Systems sub-team, line manage the Infrastructure Engineers, ensure effective delivery of technical services, and take overall accountability for the College's IT infrastructure environment. The role combines leadership and technical expertise across networks, servers, cloud platforms, endpoint management, and security, while also overseeing the maintenance, optimisation, and backup of the College's SQL server environment. This role is both strategic and hands-on, providing escalation support, delivering projects, and ensuring the College's IT services are secure, resilient, and fit for purpose. For the full job description please see attached 'Job Pack'. The Successful Candidate Cardinal Newman College is a wonderful place to work, and this is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced candidate to join our friendly and well-established Networks department. The Networks department is looking for someone who has a degree-level qualification in IT (or related field), or substantial equivalent professional experience, proven ability to lead or supervise technical staff and strong technical knowledge across networks, servers, cloud, and endpoint management. You should display the values, attitudes, and behaviours consistent with the Catholic Ethos of the College and have a commitment to equality/diversity and the safeguarding of young people and vulnerable adults. Terms and Conditions Hours: 37 hours per week, full year. Starting and finishing times as agreed. Salary: The post will be paid on the Sixth Form Colleges' Support Staff Pay Spine at points 21 to 24 - pro rata to £38,897 to £42,081 per annum. Negotiations are ongoing in relation to the Support staff pay award. Once this is agreed and implemented the salary will be uplifted to reflect this. For an outstanding candidate the college will consider a 'golden hello' payment of up to 10% of the annual salary. Closing date for receipt of applications: 11.59pm on Wednesday 8th October 2025 (we reserve the right to close the advert in advance of this date). Why work at Cardinal Newman College? We are a happy and thriving Catholic Sixth Form College committed to equality and diversity, welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds into our community irrespective of their religion or belief, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, marital or pregnancy status. An outstanding college in every aspect, Cardinal Newman is one of the highest performing Sixth Form Colleges nationally for Value Added. We recognise the invaluable contribution our dedicated staff make to the success of our students and the College as whole. As such, our aim is to foster a culture where staff feel valued and supported. We also offer a range of excellent staff benefits, including: Generous Pension schemes for both teachers and support staff Pro rata to 22 days holiday (increasing to 25 days after 5 years' service) plus 4 concessionary days and bank holidays for support staff A genuine commitment to staff health and wellbeing Access to a salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme and Techscheme Free use of the on-site gym Access to professional development and the opportunity to undertake professional qualifications through apprenticeships Flu Vouchers Staff savings scheme More detailed information on further staff benefits can be found within our staff perks document attached. Completed application forms should be submitted by 11.59pm on Wednesday 8th October 2025. We will confirm receipt of all applications by email within one working day of receipt. Please call the HR team if you have not received a confirmation email by the closing date. We do ask that you accept, in the interests of economy, that if you have not heard from us by the end of October that you have not been selected for interview on this occasion. Further Information All offers of appointment are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service Clearance as well as a range of other safer recruitment checks
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
IT Infrastructure Team Lead We welcome applications for this support post to commence as soon as possible. For an outstanding candidate the college will consider a 'golden hello' payment of up to 10% of the annual salary. The Role The IT Infrastructure Team Lead will lead the College's Infrastructure & Systems sub-team, line manage the Infrastructure Engineers, ensure effective delivery of technical services, and take overall accountability for the College's IT infrastructure environment. The role combines leadership and technical expertise across networks, servers, cloud platforms, endpoint management, and security, while also overseeing the maintenance, optimisation, and backup of the College's SQL server environment. This role is both strategic and hands-on, providing escalation support, delivering projects, and ensuring the College's IT services are secure, resilient, and fit for purpose. For the full job description please see attached 'Job Pack'. The Successful Candidate Cardinal Newman College is a wonderful place to work, and this is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced candidate to join our friendly and well-established Networks department. The Networks department is looking for someone who has a degree-level qualification in IT (or related field), or substantial equivalent professional experience, proven ability to lead or supervise technical staff and strong technical knowledge across networks, servers, cloud, and endpoint management. You should display the values, attitudes, and behaviours consistent with the Catholic Ethos of the College and have a commitment to equality/diversity and the safeguarding of young people and vulnerable adults. Terms and Conditions Hours: 37 hours per week, full year. Starting and finishing times as agreed. Salary: The post will be paid on the Sixth Form Colleges' Support Staff Pay Spine at points 21 to 24 - pro rata to £38,897 to £42,081 per annum. Negotiations are ongoing in relation to the Support staff pay award. Once this is agreed and implemented the salary will be uplifted to reflect this. For an outstanding candidate the college will consider a 'golden hello' payment of up to 10% of the annual salary. Closing date for receipt of applications: 11.59pm on Wednesday 8th October 2025 (we reserve the right to close the advert in advance of this date). Why work at Cardinal Newman College? We are a happy and thriving Catholic Sixth Form College committed to equality and diversity, welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds into our community irrespective of their religion or belief, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, marital or pregnancy status. An outstanding college in every aspect, Cardinal Newman is one of the highest performing Sixth Form Colleges nationally for Value Added. We recognise the invaluable contribution our dedicated staff make to the success of our students and the College as whole. As such, our aim is to foster a culture where staff feel valued and supported. We also offer a range of excellent staff benefits, including: Generous Pension schemes for both teachers and support staff Pro rata to 22 days holiday (increasing to 25 days after 5 years' service) plus 4 concessionary days and bank holidays for support staff A genuine commitment to staff health and wellbeing Access to a salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme and Techscheme Free use of the on-site gym Access to professional development and the opportunity to undertake professional qualifications through apprenticeships Flu Vouchers Staff savings scheme More detailed information on further staff benefits can be found within our staff perks document attached. Completed application forms should be submitted by 11.59pm on Wednesday 8th October 2025. We will confirm receipt of all applications by email within one working day of receipt. Please call the HR team if you have not received a confirmation email by the closing date. We do ask that you accept, in the interests of economy, that if you have not heard from us by the end of October that you have not been selected for interview on this occasion. Further Information All offers of appointment are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service Clearance as well as a range of other safer recruitment checks
Workplace Services Manager (IT) 75,000 - 85,000 + car allowance + bonus + extensive benefits Full Time / Permanent Remote with monthly travel Birmingham head office and occasional travel to other European offices The Role: I am looking for a driven and experienced Workplace Service Manager to join a large global brand head quartered in the West Midlands. This role can be primarily remote based however would involve monthly travel to the Birmingham head office and occasional travel to other offices throughout Europe. The Workplace Services Manager will join a talented European IT team and will be responsible for overseeing the technical operations and management of workplace services, primarily focusing on end-user devices such as laptops, desktops, virtual desktops, printers, mobile phones, and associated technologies. You will have a leading role in expanding the deployment of standard desktops and applications across Europe, increasing control, security, and compliance for end-user devices, and improving the workplace experience for users. Responsibilities: Coordinate delivery of workplace technology services, including packaging, deployment, and patching of laptops, desktops, and mobile devices. Take full accountability for the performance and quality of workplace services, ensuring they are delivered to meet organisational standards and user expectations. Proactively identify opportunities for service improvement and innovation, drive initiatives to enhance efficiency, and ensure device-related services are aligned with business goals and user needs. Define governance and follow-up on lifecycle management for hardware, OS images and applications, including patch management. Ensure the optimal user experience with workplace technologies, focusing on usability, performance, and reliability. Standardise desktop builds to reduce the number of different images in use, simplifying management and support. Maintain the workplace service catalogue and monitor usage. Increase the level of control, security, and compliance for end-user devices, adhering to industry standards and regulations. Improve the digital workplace experience for users, ensuring their needs are met and issues are promptly addressed. Skills and Experience: Previous experience in a similar Modern Workplace or Digital Workplace Manager role. Experience of leading and growing team of varying levels of seniority. Deep knowledge of Workplace / End User Device concepts, tools, infrastructure and capabilities. Skills in device management and endpoint solutions for laptops and mobile phones. Strong vendor management skills, with experience managing third-party relationships. Excellent knowledge of the Microsoft suite of technologies, including MS operating systems, System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), Co-management, Intune, Windows Autopilot, Azure Virtual Desktop. Excellent knowledge of software packaging, Citrix and cloud printing. Please apply via this advert or contact (url removed) for more information Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Oct 03, 2025
Full time
Workplace Services Manager (IT) 75,000 - 85,000 + car allowance + bonus + extensive benefits Full Time / Permanent Remote with monthly travel Birmingham head office and occasional travel to other European offices The Role: I am looking for a driven and experienced Workplace Service Manager to join a large global brand head quartered in the West Midlands. This role can be primarily remote based however would involve monthly travel to the Birmingham head office and occasional travel to other offices throughout Europe. The Workplace Services Manager will join a talented European IT team and will be responsible for overseeing the technical operations and management of workplace services, primarily focusing on end-user devices such as laptops, desktops, virtual desktops, printers, mobile phones, and associated technologies. You will have a leading role in expanding the deployment of standard desktops and applications across Europe, increasing control, security, and compliance for end-user devices, and improving the workplace experience for users. Responsibilities: Coordinate delivery of workplace technology services, including packaging, deployment, and patching of laptops, desktops, and mobile devices. Take full accountability for the performance and quality of workplace services, ensuring they are delivered to meet organisational standards and user expectations. Proactively identify opportunities for service improvement and innovation, drive initiatives to enhance efficiency, and ensure device-related services are aligned with business goals and user needs. Define governance and follow-up on lifecycle management for hardware, OS images and applications, including patch management. Ensure the optimal user experience with workplace technologies, focusing on usability, performance, and reliability. Standardise desktop builds to reduce the number of different images in use, simplifying management and support. Maintain the workplace service catalogue and monitor usage. Increase the level of control, security, and compliance for end-user devices, adhering to industry standards and regulations. Improve the digital workplace experience for users, ensuring their needs are met and issues are promptly addressed. Skills and Experience: Previous experience in a similar Modern Workplace or Digital Workplace Manager role. Experience of leading and growing team of varying levels of seniority. Deep knowledge of Workplace / End User Device concepts, tools, infrastructure and capabilities. Skills in device management and endpoint solutions for laptops and mobile phones. Strong vendor management skills, with experience managing third-party relationships. Excellent knowledge of the Microsoft suite of technologies, including MS operating systems, System Center Configuration Manager (SCCM), Co-management, Intune, Windows Autopilot, Azure Virtual Desktop. Excellent knowledge of software packaging, Citrix and cloud printing. Please apply via this advert or contact (url removed) for more information Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/ or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Now Hiring: DEX Lead - EUC & Digital Experience Location: London | Hybrid (2-3 days on-site) Full-Time | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits Lead the Digital Workplace of the Future We're a leading financial services firm based in London, investing heavily in digital transformation to redefine the employee and client technology experience. As part of this journey, we're seeking an experienced DEX Lead - EUC & Digital Experience to own the vision, strategy, and execution of our end-user computing (EUC) environment and enterprise digital platforms. This is a strategic leadership role at the heart of our technology organisation - ideal for someone with a passion for workplace innovation, service excellence, and delivering secure, seamless digital experiences across a regulated enterprise. About the Role As the DEX Lead - EUC & Digital Experience , you will be accountable for shaping the digital workplace experience for thousands of users across the organisation. From device strategy and virtual desktops to collaboration tools and service desk transformation, you'll lead a team driving the delivery and continuous improvement of the platforms and tools our employees rely on every day. Key Responsibilities Own the strategy and delivery of end-user computing (EUC) services including desktop, mobile, VDI, collaboration tools (M365), and endpoint security. Define and execute the Digital Experience (DEX) roadmap with a focus on performance, usability, and end-user satisfaction. Drive automation, self-service, and proactive monitoring initiatives to improve the digital workplace experience. Act as a senior stakeholder in service management, support transformation, and digital onboarding. Ensure compliance with financial industry standards around security, data protection, and access control. Partner with internal business units, infrastructure, cyber security, and third-party vendors to deliver an integrated technology experience. Leverage analytics and telemetry tools (eg, Nexthink, Lakeside, Microsoft Insights) to measure and optimise digital experience across the enterprise. What We're Looking For 7-10+ years of experience in End-User Computing or Digital Workplace leadership, ideally within financial services or another regulated industry. Proven ability to lead large-scale workplace technology initiatives across global environments. Deep understanding of M365 ecosystem, Windows OS management, VDI, device life cycle management, and enterprise mobility. Experience with digital experience monitoring (DEX) platforms and user satisfaction measurement. Strong stakeholder engagement, vendor management, and team leadership skills. A passion for employee experience and a user-first mindset in technology delivery. Why Join Us? Drive the transformation of workplace technology in a high-impact leadership role. Join a collaborative, forward-thinking technology team within a top-tier financial institution. Shape the way thousands of users work, connect, and deliver value every day. Excellent compensation package with bonus, pension, private healthcare, and flexible hybrid working. People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
Now Hiring: DEX Lead - EUC & Digital Experience Location: London | Hybrid (2-3 days on-site) Full-Time | Permanent | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits Lead the Digital Workplace of the Future We're a leading financial services firm based in London, investing heavily in digital transformation to redefine the employee and client technology experience. As part of this journey, we're seeking an experienced DEX Lead - EUC & Digital Experience to own the vision, strategy, and execution of our end-user computing (EUC) environment and enterprise digital platforms. This is a strategic leadership role at the heart of our technology organisation - ideal for someone with a passion for workplace innovation, service excellence, and delivering secure, seamless digital experiences across a regulated enterprise. About the Role As the DEX Lead - EUC & Digital Experience , you will be accountable for shaping the digital workplace experience for thousands of users across the organisation. From device strategy and virtual desktops to collaboration tools and service desk transformation, you'll lead a team driving the delivery and continuous improvement of the platforms and tools our employees rely on every day. Key Responsibilities Own the strategy and delivery of end-user computing (EUC) services including desktop, mobile, VDI, collaboration tools (M365), and endpoint security. Define and execute the Digital Experience (DEX) roadmap with a focus on performance, usability, and end-user satisfaction. Drive automation, self-service, and proactive monitoring initiatives to improve the digital workplace experience. Act as a senior stakeholder in service management, support transformation, and digital onboarding. Ensure compliance with financial industry standards around security, data protection, and access control. Partner with internal business units, infrastructure, cyber security, and third-party vendors to deliver an integrated technology experience. Leverage analytics and telemetry tools (eg, Nexthink, Lakeside, Microsoft Insights) to measure and optimise digital experience across the enterprise. What We're Looking For 7-10+ years of experience in End-User Computing or Digital Workplace leadership, ideally within financial services or another regulated industry. Proven ability to lead large-scale workplace technology initiatives across global environments. Deep understanding of M365 ecosystem, Windows OS management, VDI, device life cycle management, and enterprise mobility. Experience with digital experience monitoring (DEX) platforms and user satisfaction measurement. Strong stakeholder engagement, vendor management, and team leadership skills. A passion for employee experience and a user-first mindset in technology delivery. Why Join Us? Drive the transformation of workplace technology in a high-impact leadership role. Join a collaborative, forward-thinking technology team within a top-tier financial institution. Shape the way thousands of users work, connect, and deliver value every day. Excellent compensation package with bonus, pension, private healthcare, and flexible hybrid working. People Source Consulting Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. People Source specialise in technology recruitment across niche markets including Information Technology, Digital TV, Digital Marketing, Project and Programme Management, SAP, Digital and Consumer Electronics, Air Traffic Management, Management Consultancy, Business Intelligence, Manufacturing, Telecoms, Public Sector, Healthcare, Finance and Oil & Gas.
The Senior Cyber Security Architect is a strategic technical leader responsible for designing, implementing, and evolving the organization's enterprise security architecture to protect critical assets, systems, and data. This role partners with senior IT, engineering, and business leaders to define security principles, standards, and roadmaps that align with business objectives while mitigating cyber risk. The Senior Cyber Security Architect serves as the primary subject matter expert on secure architecture design, emerging threats, and security technology evaluation, ensuring the organization is protected against both current and future cyber risks. The Role Security Architecture & Strategy Develop, maintain, and communicate the enterprise security architecture framework, patterns, and standards. Translate business and technical requirements into secure, scalable, and resilient architecture solutions. Define and champion the organization's secure-by-design and zero trust strategies. Align architecture decisions with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and organizational risk appetite. Solution Design & Governance Provide architecture oversight and guidance for IT and business projects to ensure compliance with security standards. Conduct architecture reviews and threat modeling for new and existing systems, applications, and cloud deployments. Advise on secure integration of on-premises, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments. Collaborate with DevSecOps teams to embed security in the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Technology Evaluation & Innovation Research and assess emerging security technologies, tools, and practices for enterprise adoption. Drive the evaluation, selection, and implementation of security platforms (e.g., IAM, PAM, SIEM, EDR, NDR, CASB). Partner with infrastructure and network teams to enhance security posture without impeding operational efficiency. Risk Management & Compliance Ensure architecture designs meet compliance requirements such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, DORA, and local data protection regulations. Support security risk assessments and recommend remediation strategies for high-risk findings. Collaborate with governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) teams to maintain audit readiness. Leadership & Influence Serve as a trusted advisor to the CISO, CTO, and senior business leaders on security architecture matters. Mentor junior architects and security engineers, fostering technical excellence and innovation. Represent the organization in external security forums and architecture working groups. The Requirements Progressive experience in cybersecurity, with experience in an architecture leadership role. Deep expertise in security architecture across cloud, application, network, and endpoint domains. Strong knowledge of zero trust principles, secure cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP), and modern identity solutions (IAM, PAM, MFA, SSO). Familiarity with enterprise security frameworks and regulations (e.g., NIST CSF, TOGAF, SABSA, DORA, GDPR). Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, SABSA, AWS/Azure Security Specialty) strongly preferred. Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field is preferred. At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organisation. We embrace all types of diversity. We're committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please contact your recruiter.
Oct 02, 2025
Full time
The Senior Cyber Security Architect is a strategic technical leader responsible for designing, implementing, and evolving the organization's enterprise security architecture to protect critical assets, systems, and data. This role partners with senior IT, engineering, and business leaders to define security principles, standards, and roadmaps that align with business objectives while mitigating cyber risk. The Senior Cyber Security Architect serves as the primary subject matter expert on secure architecture design, emerging threats, and security technology evaluation, ensuring the organization is protected against both current and future cyber risks. The Role Security Architecture & Strategy Develop, maintain, and communicate the enterprise security architecture framework, patterns, and standards. Translate business and technical requirements into secure, scalable, and resilient architecture solutions. Define and champion the organization's secure-by-design and zero trust strategies. Align architecture decisions with regulatory requirements, industry best practices, and organizational risk appetite. Solution Design & Governance Provide architecture oversight and guidance for IT and business projects to ensure compliance with security standards. Conduct architecture reviews and threat modeling for new and existing systems, applications, and cloud deployments. Advise on secure integration of on-premises, hybrid, and multi-cloud environments. Collaborate with DevSecOps teams to embed security in the software development lifecycle (SDLC). Technology Evaluation & Innovation Research and assess emerging security technologies, tools, and practices for enterprise adoption. Drive the evaluation, selection, and implementation of security platforms (e.g., IAM, PAM, SIEM, EDR, NDR, CASB). Partner with infrastructure and network teams to enhance security posture without impeding operational efficiency. Risk Management & Compliance Ensure architecture designs meet compliance requirements such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, DORA, and local data protection regulations. Support security risk assessments and recommend remediation strategies for high-risk findings. Collaborate with governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) teams to maintain audit readiness. Leadership & Influence Serve as a trusted advisor to the CISO, CTO, and senior business leaders on security architecture matters. Mentor junior architects and security engineers, fostering technical excellence and innovation. Represent the organization in external security forums and architecture working groups. The Requirements Progressive experience in cybersecurity, with experience in an architecture leadership role. Deep expertise in security architecture across cloud, application, network, and endpoint domains. Strong knowledge of zero trust principles, secure cloud architecture (AWS, Azure, GCP), and modern identity solutions (IAM, PAM, MFA, SSO). Familiarity with enterprise security frameworks and regulations (e.g., NIST CSF, TOGAF, SABSA, DORA, GDPR). Relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, SABSA, AWS/Azure Security Specialty) strongly preferred. Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and influencing skills. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field is preferred. At WTW, we believe difference makes us stronger. We want our workforce to reflect the different and varied markets we operate in and to build a culture of inclusivity that makes colleagues feel welcome, valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive work environment throughout our organisation. We embrace all types of diversity. We're committed to equal employment opportunity and provide application, interview and workplace adjustments and accommodations to all applicants. If you foresee any barriers, from the application process through to joining WTW, please contact your recruiter.
Principal Cybersecurity Machine Learning Engineer The position is a senior technical role, requiring knowledge of data engineering, data science, advanced analytics techniques, research and development, and innovation within one or more of the Cybersecurity sciences (e.g. network, endpoint and cloud security, cryptography, malware analysis, vulnerability assessment, privileged access management, anomaly/intrusion detection, incident response, or offensive security). The Principal Cybersecurity Analytics Engineer role is a key leadership, hands on technical role, contributing to, coordinating, and leading delivery of advanced analytics solutions to cybersecurity problems through rapid development of prototypes, engineering of production solutions, and exploration of longer term, potentially ground-breaking technologies. Cybersecurity-specific knowledge is required for the role, but exceptional candidates from other disciplines will also be considered. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, an eagerness to learn, a keen interest in Cybersecurity, the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, and an aptitude for picking up new tools and techniques on the job, building on existing skillsets as a foundation. You will have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK-based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution. In this role you will: Data Engineering Ingestion and provisioning of datasets, delta tables, and/or curated, re-usable data assets to enable Cybersecurity use cases. Support and enhancement of data ingestion infrastructure and pipelines. Platform Operations and Production Support Provide maintenance and run support for landing zones/cloud workspaces operated on behalf of Cybersecurity teams. Cybersecurity Sciences Research & Development (R&D) and Innovation Drive innovative research & development to test and evolve new technologies and advanced analytic techniques. Explore and develo innovative capabilities, exploiting emerging technologies and data science to help stay ahead of advancing cyber threats. Rapid Response Respond to urgent requests to address vulnerabilities or emerging threats. Advanced Analytics & Security Software Development Support Cybersecurity teams in using data and advanced analytic technologies effectively to enhance operations and inform decisions. Deliver critical analytics engineering requirements across Cybersecurity. Develop new data products, analysis platforms, and custom AI solutions to enable Cybersecurity teams to monitor controls more effectively, automatically detect and triage malicious activity, optimise manual tasks, better protect HSBC, and meet the needs of customers. Develop new models, detections, and automations to protect against advanced and emerging threats and help Cybersecurity operate efficiently and effectively at scale. Develop custom security applications, APIs, and data-driven services in support of the Cybersecurity mission. To be successful in this role you should meet the following requirements: Strong Data Technology skills, with the ability to build, operate, maintain and support loud infrastructure & data services at scale Extensive experience of Big Data Technologies (Databricks, Spark etc) Cloud Infrastructure & Platform Engineering experience (Azure preferred) The ability to conduct cybersecurity industry research and rapidly develop data-driven prototypes for live business problems faced by Cybersecurity teams Experience developing custom security applications, APIs, AI/ML models, detections, automations, and advanced analytic technologies to mitigate against current and emerging threats The ability to act as a Cybersecurity data domain expert and advise stakeholders how to use data and analytics to drive business change and improvement Proficiency in applying data science and advanced analytics techniques to the Cybersecurity domain and its associated datasets Full Stack Engineering and custom security software development experience with proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, C#, or similar preferred. This role can be based in Sheffield or Birmingham or London
Oct 01, 2025
Full time
Principal Cybersecurity Machine Learning Engineer The position is a senior technical role, requiring knowledge of data engineering, data science, advanced analytics techniques, research and development, and innovation within one or more of the Cybersecurity sciences (e.g. network, endpoint and cloud security, cryptography, malware analysis, vulnerability assessment, privileged access management, anomaly/intrusion detection, incident response, or offensive security). The Principal Cybersecurity Analytics Engineer role is a key leadership, hands on technical role, contributing to, coordinating, and leading delivery of advanced analytics solutions to cybersecurity problems through rapid development of prototypes, engineering of production solutions, and exploration of longer term, potentially ground-breaking technologies. Cybersecurity-specific knowledge is required for the role, but exceptional candidates from other disciplines will also be considered. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical skills, an eagerness to learn, a keen interest in Cybersecurity, the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, and an aptitude for picking up new tools and techniques on the job, building on existing skillsets as a foundation. You will have access to tailored professional development opportunities and a competitive pay and benefits package. This includes private healthcare for all UK-based employees, enhanced maternity and adoption pay and support when you return to work, and a contributory pension scheme with a generous employer contribution. In this role you will: Data Engineering Ingestion and provisioning of datasets, delta tables, and/or curated, re-usable data assets to enable Cybersecurity use cases. Support and enhancement of data ingestion infrastructure and pipelines. Platform Operations and Production Support Provide maintenance and run support for landing zones/cloud workspaces operated on behalf of Cybersecurity teams. Cybersecurity Sciences Research & Development (R&D) and Innovation Drive innovative research & development to test and evolve new technologies and advanced analytic techniques. Explore and develo innovative capabilities, exploiting emerging technologies and data science to help stay ahead of advancing cyber threats. Rapid Response Respond to urgent requests to address vulnerabilities or emerging threats. Advanced Analytics & Security Software Development Support Cybersecurity teams in using data and advanced analytic technologies effectively to enhance operations and inform decisions. Deliver critical analytics engineering requirements across Cybersecurity. Develop new data products, analysis platforms, and custom AI solutions to enable Cybersecurity teams to monitor controls more effectively, automatically detect and triage malicious activity, optimise manual tasks, better protect HSBC, and meet the needs of customers. Develop new models, detections, and automations to protect against advanced and emerging threats and help Cybersecurity operate efficiently and effectively at scale. Develop custom security applications, APIs, and data-driven services in support of the Cybersecurity mission. To be successful in this role you should meet the following requirements: Strong Data Technology skills, with the ability to build, operate, maintain and support loud infrastructure & data services at scale Extensive experience of Big Data Technologies (Databricks, Spark etc) Cloud Infrastructure & Platform Engineering experience (Azure preferred) The ability to conduct cybersecurity industry research and rapidly develop data-driven prototypes for live business problems faced by Cybersecurity teams Experience developing custom security applications, APIs, AI/ML models, detections, automations, and advanced analytic technologies to mitigate against current and emerging threats The ability to act as a Cybersecurity data domain expert and advise stakeholders how to use data and analytics to drive business change and improvement Proficiency in applying data science and advanced analytics techniques to the Cybersecurity domain and its associated datasets Full Stack Engineering and custom security software development experience with proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, C#, or similar preferred. This role can be based in Sheffield or Birmingham or London
We are currently working with our global IT consultancy who have an urgent requirement for an experienced SC Cleared Network Discovery & Migration Consultant to support a secure public sector engagement. This role offers the opportunity to work in a complex environment alongside senior consultants and technical leaders, helping shape and deliver a critical migration roadmap. Role Responsibilities: Conduct discovery workshops and gather detailed network and system data Classify and consolidate discovered endpoints based on service role Group devices/endpoints in line with security guidelines and business processes Develop a migration roadmap aligned with business priorities and technical requirements Identify and prioritise business functions/services for migration Assess dependencies between applications, systems, and networks Validate compatibility with the existing network infrastructure Define phased migration approaches to minimise operational disruption Skills & Experience Required: Strong networking expertise, ideally with Aruba, Cisco, and other enterprise platforms Proven experience in network discovery, assessment, and consolidation projects Background in secure environments, ideally public sector Excellent stakeholder engagement and workshop facilitation skills Ability to develop structured roadmaps for large-scale migration programmes This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-profile engagement and make an impact in a secure, mission-critical environment. *Due to the nature of the project, the successful candidate will have a valid UK SC Clearance before the start.
Oct 01, 2025
Contractor
We are currently working with our global IT consultancy who have an urgent requirement for an experienced SC Cleared Network Discovery & Migration Consultant to support a secure public sector engagement. This role offers the opportunity to work in a complex environment alongside senior consultants and technical leaders, helping shape and deliver a critical migration roadmap. Role Responsibilities: Conduct discovery workshops and gather detailed network and system data Classify and consolidate discovered endpoints based on service role Group devices/endpoints in line with security guidelines and business processes Develop a migration roadmap aligned with business priorities and technical requirements Identify and prioritise business functions/services for migration Assess dependencies between applications, systems, and networks Validate compatibility with the existing network infrastructure Define phased migration approaches to minimise operational disruption Skills & Experience Required: Strong networking expertise, ideally with Aruba, Cisco, and other enterprise platforms Proven experience in network discovery, assessment, and consolidation projects Background in secure environments, ideally public sector Excellent stakeholder engagement and workshop facilitation skills Ability to develop structured roadmaps for large-scale migration programmes This is a fantastic opportunity to join a high-profile engagement and make an impact in a secure, mission-critical environment. *Due to the nature of the project, the successful candidate will have a valid UK SC Clearance before the start.
IT Infrastructure Team Lead We welcome applications for this support post to commence as soon as possible. For an outstanding candidate the college will consider a 'golden hello' payment of up to 10% of the annual salary. The Role The IT Infrastructure Team Lead will lead the College's Infrastructure & Systems sub-team, line manage the Infrastructure Engineers, ensure effective delivery of technical services, and take overall accountability for the College's IT infrastructure environment. The role combines leadership and technical expertise across networks, servers, cloud platforms, endpoint management, and security, while also overseeing the maintenance, optimisation, and backup of the College's SQL server environment. This role is both strategic and hands-on, providing escalation support, delivering projects, and ensuring the College's IT services are secure, resilient, and fit for purpose. For the full job description please see attached 'Job Pack'. The Successful Candidate Cardinal Newman College is a wonderful place to work, and this is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced candidate to join our friendly and well-established Networks department. The Networks department is looking for someone who has a degree-level qualification in IT (or related field), or substantial equivalent professional experience, proven ability to lead or supervise technical staff and strong technical knowledge across networks, servers, cloud, and endpoint management. You should display the values, attitudes, and behaviours consistent with the Catholic Ethos of the College and have a commitment to equality/diversity and the safeguarding of young people and vulnerable adults. Terms and Conditions Hours: 37 hours per week, full year. Starting and finishing times as agreed. Salary: The post will be paid on the Sixth Form Colleges' Support Staff Pay Spine at points 21 to 24 - pro rata to £37,401 to £40,462 per annum. Negotiations are ongoing in relation to the Support staff pay award. Once this is agreed and implemented the salary will be uplifted to reflect this. For an outstanding candidate the college will consider a 'golden hello' payment of up to 10% of the annual salary. Closing date for receipt of applications: 11.59pm on Wednesday 8th October 2025 (we reserve the right to close the advert in advance of this date). Why work at Cardinal Newman College? We are a happy and thriving Catholic Sixth Form College committed to equality and diversity, welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds into our community irrespective of their religion or belief, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, marital or pregnancy status. An outstanding college in every aspect, Cardinal Newman is one of the highest performing Sixth Form Colleges nationally for Value Added. We recognise the invaluable contribution our dedicated staff make to the success of our students and the College as whole. As such, our aim is to foster a culture where staff feel valued and supported. We also offer a range of excellent staff benefits, including: Generous Pension schemes for both teachers and support staff Pro rata to 22 days holiday (increasing to 25 days after 5 years' service) plus 4 concessionary days and bank holidays for support staff A genuine commitment to staff health and wellbeing Access to a salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme and Techscheme Free use of the on-site gym Access to professional development and the opportunity to undertake professional qualifications through apprenticeships Flu Vouchers Staff savings scheme More detailed information on further staff benefits can be found within our staff perks document attached. Completed application forms should be submitted by 11.59pm on Wednesday 8th October 2025. We will confirm receipt of all applications by email within one working day of receipt. Please call the HR team if you have not received a confirmation email by the closing date. We do ask that you accept, in the interests of economy, that if you have not heard from us by the end of October that you have not been selected for interview on this occasion. Further Information Further details are available at or by telephone to the college on or . All offers of appointment are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service Clearance as well as a range of other safer recruitment checks
Sep 24, 2025
Full time
IT Infrastructure Team Lead We welcome applications for this support post to commence as soon as possible. For an outstanding candidate the college will consider a 'golden hello' payment of up to 10% of the annual salary. The Role The IT Infrastructure Team Lead will lead the College's Infrastructure & Systems sub-team, line manage the Infrastructure Engineers, ensure effective delivery of technical services, and take overall accountability for the College's IT infrastructure environment. The role combines leadership and technical expertise across networks, servers, cloud platforms, endpoint management, and security, while also overseeing the maintenance, optimisation, and backup of the College's SQL server environment. This role is both strategic and hands-on, providing escalation support, delivering projects, and ensuring the College's IT services are secure, resilient, and fit for purpose. For the full job description please see attached 'Job Pack'. The Successful Candidate Cardinal Newman College is a wonderful place to work, and this is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced candidate to join our friendly and well-established Networks department. The Networks department is looking for someone who has a degree-level qualification in IT (or related field), or substantial equivalent professional experience, proven ability to lead or supervise technical staff and strong technical knowledge across networks, servers, cloud, and endpoint management. You should display the values, attitudes, and behaviours consistent with the Catholic Ethos of the College and have a commitment to equality/diversity and the safeguarding of young people and vulnerable adults. Terms and Conditions Hours: 37 hours per week, full year. Starting and finishing times as agreed. Salary: The post will be paid on the Sixth Form Colleges' Support Staff Pay Spine at points 21 to 24 - pro rata to £37,401 to £40,462 per annum. Negotiations are ongoing in relation to the Support staff pay award. Once this is agreed and implemented the salary will be uplifted to reflect this. For an outstanding candidate the college will consider a 'golden hello' payment of up to 10% of the annual salary. Closing date for receipt of applications: 11.59pm on Wednesday 8th October 2025 (we reserve the right to close the advert in advance of this date). Why work at Cardinal Newman College? We are a happy and thriving Catholic Sixth Form College committed to equality and diversity, welcoming colleagues from all backgrounds into our community irrespective of their religion or belief, ethnicity, age, gender, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, marital or pregnancy status. An outstanding college in every aspect, Cardinal Newman is one of the highest performing Sixth Form Colleges nationally for Value Added. We recognise the invaluable contribution our dedicated staff make to the success of our students and the College as whole. As such, our aim is to foster a culture where staff feel valued and supported. We also offer a range of excellent staff benefits, including: Generous Pension schemes for both teachers and support staff Pro rata to 22 days holiday (increasing to 25 days after 5 years' service) plus 4 concessionary days and bank holidays for support staff A genuine commitment to staff health and wellbeing Access to a salary sacrifice electric vehicle scheme Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme and Techscheme Free use of the on-site gym Access to professional development and the opportunity to undertake professional qualifications through apprenticeships Flu Vouchers Staff savings scheme More detailed information on further staff benefits can be found within our staff perks document attached. Completed application forms should be submitted by 11.59pm on Wednesday 8th October 2025. We will confirm receipt of all applications by email within one working day of receipt. Please call the HR team if you have not received a confirmation email by the closing date. We do ask that you accept, in the interests of economy, that if you have not heard from us by the end of October that you have not been selected for interview on this occasion. Further Information Further details are available at or by telephone to the college on or . All offers of appointment are subject to Disclosure and Barring Service Clearance as well as a range of other safer recruitment checks
Infrastructure Support Engineer - Managed Service Provider Location: Hybrid (Home-based + weekly visits to Gloucestershire office) Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits We're working with a high-growth Managed Service Provider who are seeking a talented Infrastructure Support Engineer to play a pivotal role in delivering best-in-class IT services to their client base. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking business that's redefining what "great support" looks like - combining technical excellence with a consultative, customer-first approach. The Opportunity You'll act as the backbone of the IT support function, providing expert 2nd/3rd line support both remotely and on client sites. From advanced networking and firewalls to Microsoft 365, cloud, backup, and endpoint security technologies, you'll be working across a broad tech stack that will keep your skills sharp and your career progressing. Day-to-day, you'll: Lead on Helpdesk provision and act as a key escalation point. Troubleshoot and configure networks, firewalls, and Windows Server environments. Deliver remote and onsite project engineering for clients. Conduct technical assessments and produce high-quality reports. Build lasting relationships with clients, becoming a trusted technical partner. What We're Looking For We want someone with genuine passion for IT infrastructure and customer service. The ideal candidate will bring: Strong 2nd/3rd line skills across networking, firewalls (Fortinet preferred), and Windows Server. Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365, Intune, and Entra ID . Solid understanding of DNS, DHCP, IP subnetting, and routing. Knowledge of web filtering and email protection technologies. Experience in MSP or education environments (desirable, not essential). If you've also touched on backup tech (Acronis, Veeam), XDR/EDR platforms, or virtualisation (VMware/Hyper-V), even better. Why Apply? This is a chance to join a business that genuinely invests in its people and rewards results. You'll get: Competitive salary + performance bonus. Hybrid working with home office budget. 22 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing with service (plus your birthday off!). Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme. Company perks & wellbeing benefits. The freedom to innovate and a clear path for professional growth. If you're ready to take ownership, expand your skills across cutting-edge infrastructure technologies, and become a key player in a growing MSP - we'd love to hear from you.
Sep 21, 2025
Full time
Infrastructure Support Engineer - Managed Service Provider Location: Hybrid (Home-based + weekly visits to Gloucestershire office) Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits We're working with a high-growth Managed Service Provider who are seeking a talented Infrastructure Support Engineer to play a pivotal role in delivering best-in-class IT services to their client base. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking business that's redefining what "great support" looks like - combining technical excellence with a consultative, customer-first approach. The Opportunity You'll act as the backbone of the IT support function, providing expert 2nd/3rd line support both remotely and on client sites. From advanced networking and firewalls to Microsoft 365, cloud, backup, and endpoint security technologies, you'll be working across a broad tech stack that will keep your skills sharp and your career progressing. Day-to-day, you'll: Lead on Helpdesk provision and act as a key escalation point. Troubleshoot and configure networks, firewalls, and Windows Server environments. Deliver remote and onsite project engineering for clients. Conduct technical assessments and produce high-quality reports. Build lasting relationships with clients, becoming a trusted technical partner. What We're Looking For We want someone with genuine passion for IT infrastructure and customer service. The ideal candidate will bring: Strong 2nd/3rd line skills across networking, firewalls (Fortinet preferred), and Windows Server. Hands-on experience with Microsoft 365, Intune, and Entra ID . Solid understanding of DNS, DHCP, IP subnetting, and routing. Knowledge of web filtering and email protection technologies. Experience in MSP or education environments (desirable, not essential). If you've also touched on backup tech (Acronis, Veeam), XDR/EDR platforms, or virtualisation (VMware/Hyper-V), even better. Why Apply? This is a chance to join a business that genuinely invests in its people and rewards results. You'll get: Competitive salary + performance bonus. Hybrid working with home office budget. 22 days holiday + bank holidays, increasing with service (plus your birthday off!). Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme. Company perks & wellbeing benefits. The freedom to innovate and a clear path for professional growth. If you're ready to take ownership, expand your skills across cutting-edge infrastructure technologies, and become a key player in a growing MSP - we'd love to hear from you.
