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Senior Infrastructure Engineer 450 Per Day, Inside IR35 6-Month Contract Didcot, Oxfordshire Your new company We're supporting a nationally significant scientific research organisation recognised for delivering some of the most advanced and high-impact projects in the UK. Their digital platforms underpin cutting-edge experiments, secure collaboration and large scale data processing, and they rely on a modern, resilient infrastructure estate to keep these environments running safely and efficiently. As part of their ongoing investment in core services, they are seeking an experienced Senior Infrastructure Engineer to maintain, support and enhance their Microsoft 365, server, storage and authentication systems. This is a place where your technical expertise will directly contribute to work used across the UK science and innovation landscape. Your new role You'll take responsibility for the hands-on support and maintenance of both on-premise and cloud-based infrastructure. Most of your time will be spent supporting Microsoft 365 and Active Directory services, ensuring user access, directory health, security controls and core collaboration tools remain stable and well maintained. Alongside this, you'll manage servers and virtual environments, resolve issues within the estate, and ensure systems are configured, patched and performing reliably. You'll be the person teams turn to when complex IT problems arise, using your experience to troubleshoot effectively, diagnose root causes and deliver practical solutions that keep systems running smoothly. You'll maintain documentation, support certificate and authentication services, contribute to monitoring and BAU operations, and help enforce security and backup standards across the environment. Close collaboration with other technical teams will be key in ensuring that infrastructure services meet the needs of users across the organisation. This is a hands-on engineering role, ideal for someone who takes pride in stability, reliability and technical problem-solving within a busy, mission-critical environment. What you'll need to succeed You will bring strong, practical experience gained over several years working in IT infrastructure, with a solid understanding of Microsoft 365, Exchange Online and Active Directory in both on-premise and multi-tenant environments. You'll be comfortable supporting servers, virtualised platforms and cloud technologies, and you'll have the confidence to resolve complex issues relating to identity, authentication, performance and system reliability. Experience working with monitoring tools, backups, disaster recovery, and security processes will be highly beneficial, as will familiarity with certificates, load balancing or Linux systems. You'll be someone who communicates clearly, works well with others and thrives in environments where priorities shift quickly. Strong troubleshooting skills, the ability to manage your workload and the discipline to produce clear documentation will all be important. ITIL awareness and relevant Microsoft or infrastructure certifications are advantageous. The ability to work on-site in Didcot two days per week is essential. What you'll get in return You'll join a collaborative organisation where infrastructure plays a vital role in enabling groundbreaking scientific work. You'll have the opportunity to work with a varied and modern technology stack, contribute to meaningful improvements, and operate in an environment that values technical precision and strong engineering practice. Your knowledge will be respected, your work will be appreciated, and your contribution will support a mission with genuine national impact. What you need to do now If you're an experienced Infrastructure Engineer looking for a senior contract where your skills will be put to meaningful use, get in touch today to discuss this opportunity further. 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)

Role: Network & Security Engineer - CISCO / ISE Contract Rate: 380 - 420 per day PAYE - Inside IR35 Contract Role: 6 months Location: Didcot - Oxfordhsire Hybrid role 3 days on site / 2 WFH ROLE OVERVIEW Our client are looking for an experienced, fully hands-on Level 3 engineer to strengthen our infrastructure and network security operations capability. This is a senior technical delivery role - not a design-only or advisory position. You will be expected to configure, troubleshoot, and resolve complex issues across Cisco security suite, networking, security appliances, server infrastructure, and hybrid-cloud connectivity with minimal supervision. The environment spans a multi-building campus network, data-centre infrastructure, SD-WAN fabric, cloud gateway controllers, and enterprise security platforms. You will work closely with leaders in IT Operations to maintain service availability and to assist in fast tracking their infrastructure transformation. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Network Engineering & Operations Configure, deploy, and troubleshoot campus and data-centre 100Gbps switching Execute network switch rollouts including hardware racking, cabling to standard, patch-panel termination, and fibre patching. Perform structured cabinet clean-ups: re-patching copper and fibre runs, labelling, cable management, and documentation updates. Support and maintain the eBGP routing fabric across multiple sites Configure and monitor QoS profiles for mixed multigigabit, 10G/100G, and uplink interfaces. Security Infrastructure Fast track our implementation of a 5 node Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) build for 802.1X, RADIUS, MAB, and posture policy enforcement. Manage Cisco Secure Email (formerly IronPort/ESA) including message tracking, content filters, outbreak filters, DLP policies, and quarantine management. Support enterprise firewall platforms including rule-set changes, tunnel maintenance, and policy audits. SD-WAN & Hybrid Cloud Support and maintain Cisco SD-WAN (vManage/vSmart/vBond) fabric, including device onboarding, template management, and policy configuration. Assist with Cloud OnRamp for Multicloud connectivity (AWS / Azure), including gateway controller health checks and tunnel monitoring. Troubleshoot overlay/underlay issues, BFD sessions, OMP route propagation, and control-plane connectivity. Server & Infrastructure Maintenance Perform scheduled server patching and updates across Windows Server environments Apply Linux server updates and patches where required (Ubuntu) - desirable but not essential. Support virtualisation platforms (Proxmox) for routine maintenance tasks during out-of-hours windows. Documentation & Standards Maintain accurate network diagrams, IP address management records, and change-log documentation. Follow and contribute to standard operating procedures, change-management processes, and post-implementation reviews. Provide clear handover notes and shift reports for weekday engineering teams. ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS CCNP Routing & Switching / Enterprise (current or expired with demonstrable expert-level knowledge). Strong hands-on experience with Cisco ISE deployment, policy configuration, and troubleshooting. Proven experience administering Cisco Secure Email / IronPort (ESA/SMA). Solid working knowledge of enterprise firewall management (Cisco ASA, Firepower/FTD, or comparable). Experience with Cisco SD-WAN (Viptela) architecture, including vManage operations and C8000-series router onboarding. ENSDWI trained or demonstrably operating at that level across SD-WAN, security, and wireless integration. Comfortable with physical infrastructure work: racking, stacking, copper/fibre patching, and cabinet standards. Windows Server patching and administration experience. Methodical approach to change management and documentation. Willing to work on-site at Milton Park on a weekend or flexible shift pattern as outlined above. DESIRABLE SKILLS Linux server administration (Ubuntu) - patching, package management, systemd services. Cisco CCIE written or lab (any track) - indicative of depth of knowledge. Experience with hybrid-cloud gateway controllers and Cloud OnRamp (AWS, Azure). Virtualisation platform experience (Proxmox). Familiarity with network observability and monitoring tooling (e.g., Datadog). Scripting/automation skills (Ansible, PowerShell) for network or server tasks. INDIT Planet Recruitment acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Planet Recruitment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Planet Recruitment. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explains how we will use your information. Only candidates with the relevant skills and experience will be contacted after application, if you do not hear back from us within 7 days you have unfortunately been unsuccessful in your application. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and abilities to perform the duties of the position.

Enterprise Security Architect Inside IR35: 550 - 600 Hybrid: 2 days a week in London / Bristol Active SC Clearance required We're looking for an SC Cleared Enterprise Security Architect to support a major secure telecoms programme across mobile network, enterprise IT and cloud environments. You'll help define and maintain security architecture across 4G/5G core, RAN, OSS/BSS, AWS, SDN/NFV, Open RAN, edge computing and cloud migration workstreams, ensuring designs are secure, compliant and aligned to programme objectives. Key Responsibilities Define and maintain enterprise security architecture across telecoms and enterprise IT systems Develop target-state security architectures aligned to business, regulatory and operational requirements Apply TOGAF, SABSA and ArchiMate across architecture artefacts and governance Design secure AWS, hybrid and cloud-native architectures Conduct threat modelling, risk assessments and security design reviews Define security patterns, standards and reference architectures Support assurance, governance, audit and secure-by-design delivery Collaborate with engineering, operations, risk, compliance and vendor teams Essential Experience Enterprise Security Architecture experience within telecoms, mobile networks or critical national infrastructure Strong understanding of 4G/5G core, RAN, IMS/signalling, OSS/BSS, NFV/SDN, telecom APIs and interconnect security Strong AWS cloud security architecture experience Knowledge of Zero Trust, identity security, encryption, SIEM/SOC integration and network segmentation Experience with telecoms security standards and regulations, including GSMA, NCSC, ISO 27001, NIS/NIS2 and GDPR Strong stakeholder engagement and senior-level communication skills

CYBER SECURITY ANALYST (SOC ANALYST) CCL Global are currently recruiting for a Cyber Security Analyst to support a high-security Security Operations Centre (SOC) environment within a critical national infrastructure setting. This role will play a key part in protecting enterprise systems by monitoring, detecting, analysing, and responding to cyber security threats in real time. Type of Contract: Contract (Inside IR35) Location: Bath (100% office) Contract Length: Until April 2027 Key Duties Will Include: Monitor, investigate, and triage security events and alerts within a live SOC environment. Analyse security incidents to determine scope, impact, and priority, ensuring appropriate escalation and response. Manage end-to-end incident response activities from detection through to resolution. Support the development and enhancement of SIEM use cases, detection rules, analytics, and playbooks. Conduct real-time analysis of logs and security data to identify malicious activity or policy violations. Work closely with technical teams to support containment and remediation of security incidents. Support continuous improvement of SOC processes, tooling, and detection capability. Contribute to security reporting, documentation, and operational procedures. Requirements: Proven experience working as a SOC Analyst (Tier 2/3) within enterprise or critical environments. Strong experience with SIEM technologies (e.g. ArcSight or similar), including configuration and engineering support. Ability to triage security alerts and accurately assess risk, impact, and priority. Experience managing security incidents in real time within a SOC environment. Strong understanding of networking, cloud environments, and enterprise IT infrastructure. Experience creating and tuning detection use cases, analytics, and playbooks. Knowledge of Information Security principles, threat detection, and incident response practices. Familiarity with Microsoft technologies, Linux systems, and security tooling. Understanding of security frameworks and data protection principles including GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Experience working within an ITIL-based service environment. Desirable: Industry-recognised cyber security certifications (e.g. SANS, ISC2). Experience within Defence, Government, or high-security environments. Degree in Cyber Security, Computing, Engineering, or related discipline. Experience in a senior SOC or lead analyst capacity.

Security Architect 2-3 days Bristol then rest remote 6 months likely extension £600pd outside IR35 Active DV or SC clearance required Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design Develop secure architecture designs for container platforms (eg, Kubernetes, OpenShift, Docker). Architect and strengthen security controls across virtualisation technologies , including VMware, Hyper V, and cloud-native virtualisation frameworks. Produce high-quality HLDs/LLDs , security patterns, and architectural governance artefacts. Ensure designs align with NCSC guidance , industry best practices (eg, CIS Benchmarks), and organisational policy. Security Assurance Conduct security assessments and threat modelling against containerised and virtualised workloads. Validate platform configurations against security baselines, compliance frameworks, and risk appetite. Provide expert guidance during project delivery to ensure security by design principles are followed. Support accreditation activities and ensure all architectural documentation meets government standards. DevSecOps & Platform Security Embed security controls within CI/CD pipelines. Advise on secure container image life cycle management (build, scan, deploy, retire). Evaluate and implement tools for: Container security scanning (eg, Trivy, Aqua, Twistlock) Runtime protection and workload isolation Secrets and identity management (Vault, KMS, etc.) Define security controls for ingress/egress, service mesh, and inter container communications. Stakeholder Engagement Work closely with engineering, infrastructure, and security operations teams. Act as SME for containerisation and virtualisation security. Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non technical stakeholders. Influence and guide senior leadership on architectural decisions and risk. Essential Skills & Experience Active SC Clearance (minimum). Proven track record as a Security Architect in large-scale or secure environments. Deep technical knowledge of: Kubernetes , Docker, and container orchestration platforms. Virtualisation platforms such as VMware vSphere/ESXi, Hyper V, or KVM. Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and container services (AKS/EKS/GKE). Strong understanding of: Network and infrastructure security Zero Trust principles Identity and Access Management (IAM) Secrets management Workload isolation and micro'segmentation Knowledge of security standards and frameworks: NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks NCSC Cloud Security Principles Government Security Classifications Policy Desirable Skills Experience with OpenShift or enterprise Kubernetes distributions. Hands on security tooling (Falco, Istio, Calico, etc.). Experience with SAST/DAST, SBOMs, and software supply chain security. Familiarity with automation tooling (Terraform, Ansible, Helm). Certifications such as: CCSK/CCSP CISSP CISM Kubernetes Security Specialist (CKS) VMware security-related certifications If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

About CACI From our headquarters in London, we're busy empowering organisations to make bold, strategic moves with the power of data and technology. Founded in 1975, our operations take place from multiple offices across the UK, Europe and India with over 1600 Full time employees and an annual turnover of £179m. Our expertise spans industries, from retail and education to public sector and transport - delivering intelligent solutions that drive progress and create measurable impact. Whether it's business intelligence, customer marketing, cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity, critical national infrastructure or data management, our approach is never one-size-fits-all. We don't just deliver solutions; we build for the tomorrow's world, all while fostering a culture that allows employees to be their authentic selves and succeed in their careers. About Network Services CACI Network Services is a rapidly expanding specialist IT and Networks consultancy offering a wide variety of opportunities to work within challenging and exciting environments with our major clients in Global Media, Banking, Government, Telecoms & Utilities Business Architect Job Purpose/Overview The Business Architect is responsible for supporting the Business Architecture Lead in formulating, directing, and the delivery of Business Architecture projects undertaken by the CLIENT Construction Project. They work in partnership with Senior Managers deploying expert business analysis skill, broad business knowledge and specialist expertise to create solutions that deliver an effective and efficient business operating model. They remain engaged throughout development and implementation to manage requirements change, validate the solution, and prepare the business for implementation. For this role, knowledge and experience of IT Infrastructure projects will be preferred. Operating Environment The Business Architecture function is one of the 6 functions reporting into the CIO and is delivering a range of architecture services to both CLIENT and CLIENT. Within this context, the Business Architect will focus on diagnosing, scoping, delivering the pipeline of work in their assigned area, keeping the Business Architecture Lead aware of progress and activities. Framework & Boundaries The Business Architect is given Business Architecture delivery services ownership by the Business Architecture Lead. They may work autonomously or as part of a team on projects. They may have a particular specialism either in Process, IT or Management Information. However, they will be expected to have a good awareness and working knowledge of the other disciplines to be able to identify interdependencies between activities and to be able to seek out the relevant expertise from within the team to support a piece of work within their area of responsibility. The Business Architect will develop Investment Cases and lead the initial phase of projects working closely with NNB Architects and 3rd party delivery partners to identify potential solutions to business problems and opportunities. As part of this phase the Business Architect will structure and plan the work, manage its execution, and lead presentation of proposals to project boards. Towards the end of this phase the Business Architect will work with the CLIENT Digital Portfolio Delivery teams to plan the next phase of the project in detail based on the agreed scope. Through the project life cycle they will oversee the activities of 3rd party Business Architects, quality assuring relevant deliverables. The boundaries of the role are typically defined by the CLIENT Project's governance structure including policies and procedures related to data management, technology procurement, and project management. The Business Architect operates within these boundaries to ensure that their function aligns with regulatory requirements and industry standards. Principal Accountabilities Engage with relevant stakeholders as the key contact to develop the initial project concept, elaborating the primary business objectives, clarifying the scope and impacts of the proposed change and identifying the initial risks, issues, assumptions and dependencies that affect the successful outcome of the project Consult with senior management and other key stakeholders to capture, evaluate, challenge and prioritise business requirements and success measures Collaborate with 3rd party delivery partners to identify the best solution options including structured evaluation and appraisal of options that ensure user-friendly and efficient solutions Develop robust mandates and investment cases for business architecture projects. Challenge suggested benefits, translate intangible benefits into tangible benefits and identify additional benefits to maximise the extracted value of the proposed change Act as custodian for the business requirements through the project life cycle to ensure consistency with the defined solution and delivery of the identified business outcomes Use knowledge of current and emerging trends to enable continuous business improvement that employ the latest best practice methods and best in breed technical solutions Support business acceptance of developed solutions, including process and system walkthrough and business acceptance testing Manage the projects adherence to core delivery assurance principles Dimensions The Business Architect is reporting into one of the Business Architecture Lead and collaborating with the wider Business Architects network of circa 12 Architects. They will work aligned to projects within a delivery function (eg, Engineering, Construction, Project Delivery and Business Services), led by a Business Architecture Lead who holds accountability for the entire pipeline of work within the function Knowledge & Skills Essential Knowledge of successful business architecture change in complex and evolving environment. In depth knowledge of business process analysis and design techniques, including the use of modelling and collaborative tools. Strong workshop facilitation and interview skills, including negotiation, influence, mediation, and conflict management skills. Flexibility The key to our success is our teamwork and collaboration. We take a hybrid approach - working remotely and coming into the office depending on the business demand and collaboration required as part of the delivery process. Equal opportunities CACI is proud to be an equal employer. Embracing the diversity of our people, we are on a journey to build a truly inclusive work environment where no one is treated less favorably due to ethnic origin, age, gender, veteran status, religion or belief, sexual orientation, marital status, and disability or health condition, actively working to prevent discrimination. As a Disability Confident employer, we will: Provide reasonable adjustments in the recruitment process where requested (contact a member of the recruitment team to discuss individual requirements further). Offer people with health conditions and disabilities, meeting the minimum criteria for a role, an interview. Our people are unique, and we encourage, and support them, to be confident in contributing to our inclusion journey.

Senior Network Engineer (Cisco/Palo Alto/SD-WAN) - 12 Month FTC Glasgow - Hybrid (2 Days in Office on Average) £56,000 + Benefits | No Sponsorship Available VIQU have partnered with a globally recognised professional services organisation undergoing a major cloud transformation programme and large-scale infrastructure evolution. As part of this growth, they are hiring a Senior Network Engineer to support a highly secure, enterprise-scale environment across both BAU operations and critical project work. This is a hands-on Network Engineer role focused on maintaining and improving a complex global network estate, while contributing to ongoing cloud and SD-WAN migration initiatives. You'll join a collaborative infrastructure team responsible for ensuring high availability, security, and performance across the organisation's core networking platforms. The role will involve a mix of operational support, troubleshooting, major incident involvement, and project delivery within a highly regulated environment. Key responsibilities: Deliver 3rd line network support across global WAN and LAN environments Support and troubleshoot Cisco networking infrastructure including Nexus 3K & 9K Manage and maintain Palo Alto and Fortinet Firewall technologies Support Aruba wireless environments, controllers, and HPE access points Assist with SD-WAN migration projects using HP EdgeConnect Work closely with vendors and internal teams on root cause analysis and problem management Support network security, VPN connectivity, QoS, routing protocols, and Layer 7 technologies Participate in out-of-hours support and weekend shift coverage Key requirements: Strong enterprise networking experience within Cisco environments Experience with Palo Alto and/or Fortinet Firewalls Knowledge of Aruba wireless technologies and SD-WAN Strong understanding of BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, VPNs, MPLS, and QoS Experience within highly regulated or process-driven environments Comfortable supporting both Legacy and modern infrastructure Previous experience in professional services environments would be advantageous CCNP, CCIE, or equivalent networking knowledge preferred Exposure to Azure networking or cloud connectivity is beneficial Shift Pattern: Friday to Monday 7am - 7pm shifts Initial onboarding period Monday-Friday in the Glasgow office Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or contact Aaron Chiverton on (see below). Know someone great? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply).

Senior Network Engineer Our client is looking for a Senior Network Engineer to join their IT Infrastructure team. This is more than a technical role-you'll act as a trusted expert and ambassador, bridging the gap between complex network infrastructure and business goals across domestic and international operations. Hybrid Working £60,000 - £90,000 per annum + Excellent Benefits The Role As a senior member of the team, you'll take ownership of network performance, innovation, and delivery. You'll not only manage infrastructure but also influence strategy, identify opportunities for improvement, and step in where your expertise is needed most. Job overview Represent the Network Team in business engagements, translating technical concepts into clear solutions Oversee network stability and performance, with a focus on corporate WLAN across complex environments Monitor industry trends and proactively introduce new technologies and improvements Lead projects end-to-end-from design through to implementation and documentation Handle high-priority escalations across WAN, LAN, and WLAN Manage asset inventories and Change Control (CAB) processes Champion best practices and foster a high-performing, collaborative team culture You're a confident, proactive senior engineer with a broad technical skill set and a strategic mindset. Technical Expertise Strong networking knowledge (CCNP level or above preferred) Proven experience designing and supporting enterprise WLAN environments Hands-on experience with Cisco LAN/WLAN technologies Familiarity with: SD-WAN VoIP and QoS Cisco Catalyst Center or Huawei Cloud Portal (desirable) Fortinet Firewalls (advantageous) Professional Qualities Self-starter with the initiative to identify and solve problems independently Strong communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills Ability to build relationships across teams and with external partners Calm under pressure, ready to step up during critical incidents Strategic thinker who looks beyond quick fixes to long-term solutions Package 35 days' holiday (pro rata) Sabbatical opportunities Enhanced family leave Pension scheme Hybrid working (3+ days in office, up to 2 from home) On-site gym, restaurant and more Salary Includes London Weighting Allowance Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Network Manager / IT Lead Sutton 47,000 - 52,000 + Pension + Holidays + Excellent Benefits Are you an experienced Network Manager or IT professional looking for the chance to take ownership of a full IT transformation? Do you want a role where you can shape strategy, modernise infrastructure, build a team and make a genuine impact across a school environment? This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established secondary school that is investing heavily into its IT provision and looking to bring more technical expertise in-house. The school has already made strong progress with staff laptops, interactive classroom technology and Microsoft-based systems, but they are now looking for the right person to take their network, cloud infrastructure and wider IT strategy to the next level. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the school's IT function, managing day-to-day network and helpdesk operations, supporting the move towards cloud-based Microsoft 365 systems, and helping develop a long-term technology roadmap. You will also play a key role in shaping the future IT team, including helping recruit and support an additional IT Technician. The ideal candidate will have strong network management experience and a good understanding of Microsoft 365, cloud migration, infrastructure and IT support. Experience in a school or education environment would be highly beneficial, but candidates from wider industry backgrounds will also be considered if they have the right technical knowledge and motivation to move into a meaningful, long-term role. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants more than a standard support role. You will have the chance to work with a blank canvas, influence strategy, improve systems, support staff and students, and become a key part of the school's future development. The Role Lead and manage the school's IT network and infrastructure Support the transition towards Microsoft 365 and cloud-based systems Manage day-to-day IT operations, network issues and helpdesk support Work with senior leadership on IT strategy, budgets and future development Bring more IT expertise in-house while working alongside external IT partners Help recruit and develop an additional IT Technician Support staff in getting the most out of technology to enhance teaching and learning Fully on-site role within a large secondary school environment The Person Experienced Network Manager, IT Manager, Infrastructure Engineer or similar Strong knowledge of networks, Microsoft 365, cloud systems and IT infrastructure Able to balance hands-on technical work with strategic planning Confident supporting users and managing IT priorities across a busy organisation School or education experience would be desirable but is not essential Looking for a long-term role where they can build, improve and take ownership Wants to make a real impact on staff, students and the future of IT provision in a school environment Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Contract Senior Infrastructure Engineer (Azure / Intune / Windows 365 / Exchange) Location Berkshire 1 or 2 days a week, rest remote : Contract Duration: 4-6 months initially, will be extended. Rate: 425 day rate,IN scope of IR35 Start Date: ASAP Client will wait for the right person. Overview: We are seeking a Contract Senior Infrastructure Engineer to join our leading clients Infrastructure Operations (OPS) team, supporting a hybrid environment across on-premises and Azure platforms. This role is focused on strengthening Azure and modern workplace capability, particularly across Intune and Windows 365, while also supporting Exchange Online, Exchange On-Prem, and core infrastructure services. This is not a traditional infrastructure role, so strong hands-on cloud and modern workplace experience is essential. Role Focus: Strengthen team capability in Azure and modern workplace technologies, particularly Intune and Windows 365. Support and maintain Exchange Online and Exchange On-Prem environments. Contribute to infrastructure modernisation and cloud migration activities across the Operations team. Provide 3rd line support across core infrastructure and Microsoft 365 platforms. Work across operational support and project delivery in a fast-paced OPS environment. Key Requirements: Strong hands-on experience with Azure infrastructure, including IaaS, networking, and identity. Strong hands-on experience with Microsoft Intune / Endpoint Manager. Strong hands-on experience with Windows 365 (Cloud PC). Strong hands-on experience with Exchange Online and Exchange On-Prem. Experience administering Microsoft 365 services. Strong PowerShell scripting capability. Good understanding of corporate security principles and best practices. Solid background in Windows Server administration. Solid background in Active Directory and Entra ID. Experience working in a fast-paced OPS environment spanning 3rd line support and project work. Understanding of infrastructure lifecycle management and end-of-life planning. Ability to support Microsoft 365 infrastructure and services. Willingness to attend data centre sites as required; car access is needed. Additional / Desirable Skills: VMware administration and support. Cisco networking fundamentals. Okta and SSO authentication. Infrastructure as Code, including Terraform. DevOps and automation practices. Role-Based Access Control (RBAC). Networking and firewall technologies. Why Join? This contract opportunity offers the chance to play a key role in strengthening the client's cloud and modern workplace capability within the Infrastructure Operations team. You will work across business-critical platforms, support ongoing modernisation, and contribute directly to the evolution of a hybrid infrastructure estate. For more information, please send your CV to (url removed) Services advertised are those of an employment business.

Managing Consultant/ Senior Manager- IT Merges & Acquisitions At Capgemini Invent, we believe difference drives change. As inventive transformation consultants, we blend our strategic, creative and scientific capabilities, collaborating closely with clients to deliver cutting-edge solutions. Join us to drive transformation tailored to our client's challenges of today and tomorrow. Informed and validated by science and data. Superpowered by creativity and design. All underpinned by technology created with purpose. The Business Technology practice is one of the leading CIO & CTO advisory and technology innovation teams in the UK and Europe. Our consultants deliver tangible outcomes across business and IT-oriented environments, working collaboratively with major FTSE 100 and government clients to help them achieve their strategic goals and leverage technology as a key driver of sustainable growth and ambitious change. YOUR ROLE Our IT Performance (ITP) team is part of the growing Business Technology practice. We are structured across three core disciplines: (i) Technology Strategy; (ii) IT Cost & Value; and (iii) IT Mergers and Acquisitions. We are seeking an experienced and dedicated IT M&A Senior Manager to support the continued development and growth of our fast paced and forward-thinking team. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise that includes IT due diligence, deal closure, and Day 2 transformation to ensure successful mergers, acquisitions, and divestitures. You will support transactions across all industry sectors and all aspects of the Technology Strategy, Cost & Value, Digital and Transformation agenda. The responsibilities of the Senior Manager role in IT M&A typically includes the following: Developing our IT M&A offer and building capability within the ITP team, supporting market unit teams to have M&A conversations and developing winning proposals for their clients. Driving complex technology assessments of IT infrastructure, enterprise applications, cybersecurity posture, cloud environments, and digital platforms to uncover risks, quantify technical debt, and identify integration or separation challenges that could materially affect deal value. Leading and delivering post-merger integration strategies including harmonising IT operating models, consolidating ERP and core systems, planning cloud migrations, and designing digital transformation roadmaps that accelerate synergy capture and enable scalable growth. Leading tech carve-out and separation planning incl. defining Transitional Service Agreements (TSAs), orchestrating data migration strategies, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and security requirements while maintaining business continuity during divestitures. Providing leadership on emerging technologies and digital capabilities: AI, advanced analytics, cybersecurity and cloud-native architectures - evaluating scalability, interoperability, and alignment with the client's investment thesis and long term digital strategy. Advising clients on translating complex technical findings into actionable commercial insights, quantifying IT related costs and risks, and supporting negotiation strategies to maximise deal value and minimise execution risk. As part of your role, you will also have the opportunity to contribute to the business and your own personal growth, through activities that form part of the following categories: Business Development - Leading/contributing to proposals, RFPs, bids, proposition development, client pitch contribution, client hosting at events. Internal contribution - Campaign development, internal think tanks, whitepapers, practice development (operations, recruitment, team events & activities), offering development. Learning & development - Training to support your career development and the skills demand within the company, certifications etc. YOUR PROFILE We are looking for Senior Manager level candidates who can demonstrate the following: Evidence of leading delivery of IT M&A engagements, driving positive outcomes and developing opportunities to deliver follow on work. Evidence of specialism in IT M&A including IT due diligence, integration and separation planning, and technology assessments for complex, high value transactions. Evidence of deep technical and strategic expertise, including enterprise IT architecture, cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), cybersecurity frameworks, ERP systems (SAP, Oracle), and emerging technologies - combined with the ability to translate technical complexity into actionable commercial insights for clients. Evidence of managing teams, including multiple workstreams in complex delivery environments and the ability to build and maintain trusted relationships with senior client stakeholders. Demonstrated ability to quantify and optimise technology related deal value, including cost modelling, synergy identification, risk mitigation, and aligning technology strategies with business priorities to maximise transaction success. Currently working in a major consulting firm, and/or in industry with a consulting background Proven ability to be successful in a matrixed organisation, and to enlist support and commitment from peers in selling and delivering consulting solutions. Experience of proposition building and delivery. Business development - utilising a combination of the organisation's broader pre existing relationships, company relationships and your own network, you'll be generating c.£1m of consulting revenues. WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT WORKING HERE? You'll be free to make your role and your career what you want it to be. Proactivity and ambition flourish at Capgemini Invent. There are countless opportunities available to propel your development forward: seek out those that suit you, and we will back you all the way. In summary, we believe the following make this a great place to work: Show how single minds make for better teams: Work alongside fierce intellects who love to collaborate. Be comfortable outside your comfort zone: Self stretchers thrive in our environment. Build momentum in your career: Make your role and your career what you want it to be. Stay true to who you are: Play to your strengths and bring your individuality. Aim for nothing less than leading edge: We thrive on the knowledge that the Digital work we do has impact. Give your curiosity freedom and focus: A place where inquisitiveness and entrepreneurial thinking are encouraged. NEED TO KNOW At Capgemini we don't just believe in inclusion, we actively go out to making it a working reality. Driven by our core values and Inclusive Futures for All campaign, we build environments where you can bring you whole self to work. We aim to build an environment where employees can enjoy a positive work life balance. We embed hybrid working in all that we do and make flexible working arrangements the day to day reality for our people. All UK employees are eligible to request flexible working arrangements. Employee wellbeing is vitally important to us as an organisation. We see a healthy and happy workforce a critical component for us to achieve our organisational ambitions. To help support wellbeing we have trained 'Mental Health Champions' across each of our business areas. We have also invested in wellbeing apps such as Thrive and Peppy. We are a Disability Confident Employer Capgemini is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2) under the UK Government's Disability Confident scheme. As part of our commitment to inclusive recruitment, we will offer an interview to all candidates who: Declare they have a disability, and Meet the minimum essential criteria for the role. Please opt in during the application process. CSR: We're also focused on using tech to have a positive social impact. So, we're working to reduce our own carbon footprint and improve everyone's access to a digital world. It's something we're really serious about. In fact, we were even named as one of the world's most ethical companies by the Ethisphere Institute for the 10th year. When you join Capgemini, you'll join a team that does the right thing. Whilst you will have London, Manchester or Glasgow as an office base location, you must be fully flexible in terms of assignment location, as these roles may involve periods of time away from home at short notice. We offer a remuneration package which includes flexible benefits options for you to choose to suit your own personal circumstances and a variable element dependent grade and on company and personal performance. ABOUT CAPGEMINI Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. 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Google DCX Engineering Lead - Hybrid (various locations) - 12 months Role Overview In this role, you will lead the engineering direction for a Google Cloud-based Data Centre Extension (DCX) platform, supporting secure and scalable IaaS capabilities across compute, networking, automation, and observability. You will guide a team of engineers while contributing directly to cloud engineering, automation, and platform improvement initiatives. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, build, and operation of Google Cloud infrastructure and IaaS platform services. Manage and mentor a team of infrastructure engineers while driving engineering standards and best practices. Define platform strategy, roadmap, and engineering priorities across GCP infrastructure services. Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) and CI/CD automation pipelines. Support secure-by-design cloud infrastructure including networking, monitoring, logging, and key management. Drive automation, observability, reliability, and platform optimisation initiatives. Collaborate with architecture, platform, and feature teams to evolve cloud capabilities and reusable patterns. Support operational governance including SLO/SLI management, resilience, and compliance. Skills & Experience Strong experience across Google Cloud Platform infrastructure engineering and platform operations. Hands-on expertise with GCP Compute Engine, networking, storage, monitoring, and logging services. Strong experience with Terraform, Jenkins, GitHub Enterprise, and CI/CD tooling. Experience supporting RHEL and Windows virtual machine environments in cloud infrastructure. Strong understanding of cloud security, automation, observability, and operational reliability. Scripting capability using Python, Bash, or PowerShell. Experience operating at a senior engineering or technical leadership level, balancing strategy with hands-on delivery. Strong stakeholder management, communication, and leadership capability. Contract Details Location: 2 days p/w in any of: Bristol, Leeds, Halifax, Manchester or Edinburgh Duration: Initial 12 month contract Day Rate: £500 - £530 inside IR35 Google DCX Engineering Lead - Hybrid (various locations) - 12 months

Senior Infrastructure Engineer Until March 2027 £650/Day Inside IR35 Locations: 60 % office based at one of the following options Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool Clearance: SC We are seeking a Senior Infrastructure Engineer/ NetDevOps for our Government client This role will be office based 60% and remote 40%, and can be based at any of the following options: Newcastle, Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool. This role is inside IR35 - Due to the service of the role it will now be based on an Umbrella solution. Clearance: SC Role Profile: This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. Enterprise Networking Engineering Complex OSPF and BGP environments Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies Extensive experience with Palo Alto firewalls Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture VXLAN / EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) Load balancing technologies (e.g. F5 BIG-IP: LTM / APM / ASM) You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing If you are interested in the above, hit the Apply now button! Infrastructure Engineer, NetDevOps, Infrastructure Engineer, DevOps, Infrastructure Engineer, AWS , Azure, Python, Ansible, Network, Networks, Infrastructure Engineer, As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, Circle and our 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. Our client is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, they guarantee to interview all veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where they have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, they will interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify, please notify us on 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 better way for us to communicate, please do let us know. Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.

Role: Senior Infrastructure Engineer - NetDevOps Location : Newcastle (preferred), Manchester, Leeds, Birmingham, Blackpool Peel Park Type : Hybrid working 3-days a week onsite IR35: inside Job Description: Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure. This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services. You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI Implement and manage Palo Alto firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Essential Technical Skills (Priority Criteria) Candidates must demonstrate strong, hands-on experience in the following areas: Enterprise Networking Engineering o Complex OSPF and BGP environments o Designing and implementing secure, resilient traffic flows o Strong understanding of typical enterprise and cloud network patterns Firewall and Security Technologies o Extensive experience with Palo Alto firewalls o Policy design and implementation across data centre and cloud o Zero Trust and secure network design principles Data Centre & Network Architecture o VXLAN / EVPN, VRF segmentation, and multi-site fabrics o Experience with vendors such as Arista (or equivalent) o Load balancing technologies (e.g. F5 BIG-IP: LTM / APM / ASM) Automation & NetDevOps Capability You will be expected to demonstrate a clear move away from traditional, manual networking, including: Network automation experience using Python, Ansible, or similar tooling Infrastructure as Code mindset (e.g. Terraform) Version control and CI/CD exposure (e.g. GitLab CI/CD) Applying DevOps-style practices to network and infrastructure engineering Cloud & Hybrid Experience Strong working experience with at least one major cloud provider (Azure, AWS, or OCI) Designing and integrating hybrid cloud network solutions Understanding of cloud-native networking constructs and security models Experience & Knowledge Proven track record as a Network / Infrastructure Engineer in large-scale enterprise environments Experience delivering engineering solutions, not just supporting operations Comfortable working across multiple workstreams and priorities Experience in regulated or complex environments (public sector experience beneficial but not essential) Nice to Have Aruba Central / ClearPass SD WAN technologies SaaS and cloud-delivered WLAN / WiFi solutions Prior experience modernising legacy network environments Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Infrastructure Engineer (NetDevOps) to design, build, and evolve large-scale enterprise network platforms, with a strong focus on modern, automated, and cloud-integrated infrastructure.This role is suited to a hands-on engineer, not an operations or SRE specialist. You will be expected to quickly contribute to design and delivery activities, applying engineering best practice, automation, and network expertise to support critical services.You will work closely with Architecture, Cloud, and Engineering teams to deliver secure, scalable, and highly available network solutions, balancing immediate delivery needs with longer-term platform improvement. Key Responsibilities• Design, implement, and enhance enterprise network infrastructure across data centre, hybrid, and cloud environments• Engineer and implement network traffic flows to support business-critical services• Build and maintain secure hybrid connectivity across Azure, AWS, and OCI• Implement and manage Palo Alto firewall policies across on-prem and cloud environments, aligned to Zero Trust principles• Design and operate high-availability network services, including routing, segmentation, and resilience• Develop and maintain network automation using tools such as Python, Ansible, and Infrastructure as Code• Collaborate with architecture and platform teams to ensure solutions align with engineering standards and strategic direction• Contribute immediately to delivery work, demonstrating the ability to operate with minimal ramp up• Document designs and changes clearly and consistently, supporting maintainability and knowledge sharing Kellan Group (including all of our brands, Berkeley Scott, RK and Quantica) are committed to promoting equal opportunities to people regardless of age, gender, religion, belief, race, sexuality or disability. We operate as an employment agency and employment business. You'll find a wide selection of vacancies on our websites