Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group
Newcastle, Staffordshire
Senior Systems Engineer Location: Newcastle (primary), Stafford, Leek, IOT, Axia, Gradbach Hours: Full Time Salary: £40,000 - £50,000Holiday: 43 Days, rising to 47 following 5 years' service (Inclusive of Bank holidays and Christmas closure) Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is one of the very best colleges in the country. In October 2024 we became the first and only further education provider in England to achieve a full set of outstanding grades in consecutive Ofsted Inspections. This includes recognition of our strong contribution towards meeting Local Skills Needs under the latest version of the Education Inspection Framework (EIF). The inspection report praised all areas of the College's provision and acknowledged NSCG's 'staff are professional, friendly, incredibly supportive and work tirelessly to meet the needs of learners' 'teachers improve their practice based upon the support they receive' and 'teachers create highly supportive, calm and highly aspirational environments in which learners and apprentices thrive'.' In summary, NSCG is a great place to work and study. The group is currently home to a population of over 6,500 full-time students with around 2000 adult learners and students on higher education programmes. We have over 1,500 apprentices where we work with over 850 individual employers. Our Sixth Form provision has a reputation for high academic achievement and excellence. We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Engineer to play a key role in the strategic development, security, and modernisation of our IT environment. This position goes beyond day-to-day support and focuses on driving our cloud and security strategy, and delivering long-term infrastructure improvements aligned with business objectives.The role will lead critical initiatives including the migration from on-premises Exchange and file storage to Microsoft 365 and OneDrive/SharePoint, strengthening our cybersecurity posture, and the design, support, and evolution of VMware-based infrastructure and enterprise networking. The successful candidate will act as a technical authority and trusted advisor, balancing hands-on engineering with forward-looking planning, standards development, and continuous improvement.This is an ideal hands-on role for a senior engineer who enjoys influencing IT strategy, modernising legacy systems, and delivering secure, scalable solutions to reflect the requirements of the curriculum and College senior leadership team. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Design, implement, and maintain security controls across on-premises and cloud environments Lead and support the migration from on-premises Exchange and MS Office suite to Microsoft 365 (O365) Assist with infrastructure upgrades and lifecycle management Troubleshoot complex multi-site network connectivity and performance issues Act as a senior escalation point for complex technical issues Required Skills and Experience: Strong background in IT security across on-prem and cloud environments 5+ years of experience in a senior IT engineering or infrastructure role Proven experience migrating Exchange on-prem to Microsoft 365 Solid working knowledge and qualification in VMware VSphere 7, 8 or 9 Strong working knowledge of PowerShell scripting and automation experience Excellent communication and documentation abilities Experience with Windows Server , Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, SCCM HPE / Aruba Networking certification (current or latest equivalent) What's in it for you? The college offers an excellent benefits package which includes: Local Government Pension Scheme. 28 days annual leave rising to 32 days after 5 years' service (plus Bank Holiday and Christmas closure). Subsidised Gym Membership. Health-related benefits including a subsidised Health Scheme. Excellent Training and Development Opportunities (supported with a dedicated budget). Free Parking On site restaurant and FREE early morning tea/coffee and toast. How to apply To apply for the role of Senior Systems Engineer, please click 'Apply Now' to complete an online application form. (If you are applying via a jobs board, you will receive an e-mail and link that will take you directly to our application form on the Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group website). The closing date for completed applications is 14th June 2026. This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college based positions are subject to enhanced DBS check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community.
May 25, 2026
Full time
Senior Systems Engineer Location: Newcastle (primary), Stafford, Leek, IOT, Axia, Gradbach Hours: Full Time Salary: £40,000 - £50,000Holiday: 43 Days, rising to 47 following 5 years' service (Inclusive of Bank holidays and Christmas closure) Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is one of the very best colleges in the country. In October 2024 we became the first and only further education provider in England to achieve a full set of outstanding grades in consecutive Ofsted Inspections. This includes recognition of our strong contribution towards meeting Local Skills Needs under the latest version of the Education Inspection Framework (EIF). The inspection report praised all areas of the College's provision and acknowledged NSCG's 'staff are professional, friendly, incredibly supportive and work tirelessly to meet the needs of learners' 'teachers improve their practice based upon the support they receive' and 'teachers create highly supportive, calm and highly aspirational environments in which learners and apprentices thrive'.' In summary, NSCG is a great place to work and study. The group is currently home to a population of over 6,500 full-time students with around 2000 adult learners and students on higher education programmes. We have over 1,500 apprentices where we work with over 850 individual employers. Our Sixth Form provision has a reputation for high academic achievement and excellence. We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Engineer to play a key role in the strategic development, security, and modernisation of our IT environment. This position goes beyond day-to-day support and focuses on driving our cloud and security strategy, and delivering long-term infrastructure improvements aligned with business objectives.The role will lead critical initiatives including the migration from on-premises Exchange and file storage to Microsoft 365 and OneDrive/SharePoint, strengthening our cybersecurity posture, and the design, support, and evolution of VMware-based infrastructure and enterprise networking. The successful candidate will act as a technical authority and trusted advisor, balancing hands-on engineering with forward-looking planning, standards development, and continuous improvement.This is an ideal hands-on role for a senior engineer who enjoys influencing IT strategy, modernising legacy systems, and delivering secure, scalable solutions to reflect the requirements of the curriculum and College senior leadership team. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Design, implement, and maintain security controls across on-premises and cloud environments Lead and support the migration from on-premises Exchange and MS Office suite to Microsoft 365 (O365) Assist with infrastructure upgrades and lifecycle management Troubleshoot complex multi-site network connectivity and performance issues Act as a senior escalation point for complex technical issues Required Skills and Experience: Strong background in IT security across on-prem and cloud environments 5+ years of experience in a senior IT engineering or infrastructure role Proven experience migrating Exchange on-prem to Microsoft 365 Solid working knowledge and qualification in VMware VSphere 7, 8 or 9 Strong working knowledge of PowerShell scripting and automation experience Excellent communication and documentation abilities Experience with Windows Server , Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, SCCM HPE / Aruba Networking certification (current or latest equivalent) What's in it for you? The college offers an excellent benefits package which includes: Local Government Pension Scheme. 28 days annual leave rising to 32 days after 5 years' service (plus Bank Holiday and Christmas closure). Subsidised Gym Membership. Health-related benefits including a subsidised Health Scheme. Excellent Training and Development Opportunities (supported with a dedicated budget). Free Parking On site restaurant and FREE early morning tea/coffee and toast. How to apply To apply for the role of Senior Systems Engineer, please click 'Apply Now' to complete an online application form. (If you are applying via a jobs board, you will receive an e-mail and link that will take you directly to our application form on the Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group website). The closing date for completed applications is 14th June 2026. This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college based positions are subject to enhanced DBS check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community.
IT Support Engineer (Weekend Shift - 4 day working week) We are recruiting for an IT Support Engineer to support our customers. You will be based at our head office in Whiteley. You will sit with our knowledgeable Service Desk when at head office, who will fully support you in your day to day. You will be utilising your excellent and prompt customer support skills and will represent Tailor Made Technologies in a professional and courteous manner over the phone, email and face to face. This role operates on a 4-day working week, Friday through Monday (preferred) or Saturday through Tuesday, with working hours of 8:00am to 6:00pm. Weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday) are worked from home, with weekdays based at the office in Whiteley. Who is Tailor Made Technologies Join a Trusted Partner for Transformative Managed Technology. Experts in Managed IT, Cyber Security and Communications solutions, Tailor Made Technologies (TMT) is on a mission to help small and medium-sized enterprises leverage business technology to achieve their goals. Partnership-focused with a deep and deliberate understanding of customers' strategic goals, our in-house teams tailor our services to suit every client's unique requirement and drive business growth. Through comprehensive offerings, broad technical knowledge and excellent customer service, we ensure your business-critical IT and Communications systems work seamlessly in the background, unleashing you to fulfil your targets. Benefits of working for Tailor Made Technologies: A competitive salary Training opportunities set out with a clear training structure Progressive working environment with access to voice your opinions to decision makers 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Birthday day Flexi Health plan cover IT Purchasing Scheme Company Pension Free onsite parking and a brilliant breakout room which provides a free breakfast and a pool table Duties and Responsibilities of our IT Support Engineer: To provide excellent customer care and support through efficient and organised ticket management. Providing first response fixes to customers via the phone, face to face, or email. Providing resolution to incidents, requests, and appropriately escalating all others. Ticket triage - assessing ticket priorities and escalating when required. Liaising with third parties and customers with regards to incident resolution and requests. Handling customer requests and escalate according to company procedures. Manage work queues and prioritise events, ensuring compliance with SLAs. Assist the service desk team leader in managing our service desk to deliver excellent customer service. Work efficiently and productively to achieve and exceed SLAs and KPIs. Your Previous Experience: Experience with how an ITIL service desk runs. Active Directory configuration and administration. An understanding of Group Policy. General networking skills. An understanding of DNS. Good understanding of Office 365. Good understanding of Microsoft Azure. An understanding of Microsoft Intune. Essential Skills: Excellent communication skills. Organisational skills. Results driven with a proven track record of achieving. Team player. Self-motivated and proactive. Ability to be resilient and to work under pressure. Apply today with an up-to-date CV.
May 25, 2026
Full time
IT Support Engineer (Weekend Shift - 4 day working week) We are recruiting for an IT Support Engineer to support our customers. You will be based at our head office in Whiteley. You will sit with our knowledgeable Service Desk when at head office, who will fully support you in your day to day. You will be utilising your excellent and prompt customer support skills and will represent Tailor Made Technologies in a professional and courteous manner over the phone, email and face to face. This role operates on a 4-day working week, Friday through Monday (preferred) or Saturday through Tuesday, with working hours of 8:00am to 6:00pm. Weekend shifts (Saturday and Sunday) are worked from home, with weekdays based at the office in Whiteley. Who is Tailor Made Technologies Join a Trusted Partner for Transformative Managed Technology. Experts in Managed IT, Cyber Security and Communications solutions, Tailor Made Technologies (TMT) is on a mission to help small and medium-sized enterprises leverage business technology to achieve their goals. Partnership-focused with a deep and deliberate understanding of customers' strategic goals, our in-house teams tailor our services to suit every client's unique requirement and drive business growth. Through comprehensive offerings, broad technical knowledge and excellent customer service, we ensure your business-critical IT and Communications systems work seamlessly in the background, unleashing you to fulfil your targets. Benefits of working for Tailor Made Technologies: A competitive salary Training opportunities set out with a clear training structure Progressive working environment with access to voice your opinions to decision makers 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Birthday day Flexi Health plan cover IT Purchasing Scheme Company Pension Free onsite parking and a brilliant breakout room which provides a free breakfast and a pool table Duties and Responsibilities of our IT Support Engineer: To provide excellent customer care and support through efficient and organised ticket management. Providing first response fixes to customers via the phone, face to face, or email. Providing resolution to incidents, requests, and appropriately escalating all others. Ticket triage - assessing ticket priorities and escalating when required. Liaising with third parties and customers with regards to incident resolution and requests. Handling customer requests and escalate according to company procedures. Manage work queues and prioritise events, ensuring compliance with SLAs. Assist the service desk team leader in managing our service desk to deliver excellent customer service. Work efficiently and productively to achieve and exceed SLAs and KPIs. Your Previous Experience: Experience with how an ITIL service desk runs. Active Directory configuration and administration. An understanding of Group Policy. General networking skills. An understanding of DNS. Good understanding of Office 365. Good understanding of Microsoft Azure. An understanding of Microsoft Intune. Essential Skills: Excellent communication skills. Organisational skills. Results driven with a proven track record of achieving. Team player. Self-motivated and proactive. Ability to be resilient and to work under pressure. Apply today with an up-to-date CV.
Fixed Term Contract Infrastructure Engineer (Security) Role - Infrastructure Engineer - Security Rate - several positions ranging from £40,000 to £70,000 Location - Corsham Full Time working - Hybrid on site working pattern (2 days min) Our client is seeking a hands-on Infrastructure Engineer with security experience. This role combines infrastructure engineering with a strong focus on security, working closely with the Infrastructure Manager to improve systems, implement best practices, and enhance overall security posture. Key Responsibilities - Support and secure on-premise and cloud infrastructure- Implement infrastructure hardening and security best practices- Manage Windows server, networking, firewall, and endpoint technologies- Assist with vulnerability remediation and infrastructure improvements- Monitor infrastructure performance, stability, and security- Technical Environment Skills & Experience - Background in Infrastructure Engineering or Systems Administration- Strong Windows infrastructure knowledge- Experience with servers, networking, firewalls, and endpoint technologies- Understanding of infrastructure security principles and best practices- Exposure to cyber security, AWS, Intune, Entra, or Linux environments desirable My client is open to someone who has strong infrastructure experience and looking to step into the Security Infrastructure world so if that is you and you are interested please reach out! Fixed Term Contract Infrastructure Engineer (Security) Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
May 25, 2026
Full time
Fixed Term Contract Infrastructure Engineer (Security) Role - Infrastructure Engineer - Security Rate - several positions ranging from £40,000 to £70,000 Location - Corsham Full Time working - Hybrid on site working pattern (2 days min) Our client is seeking a hands-on Infrastructure Engineer with security experience. This role combines infrastructure engineering with a strong focus on security, working closely with the Infrastructure Manager to improve systems, implement best practices, and enhance overall security posture. Key Responsibilities - Support and secure on-premise and cloud infrastructure- Implement infrastructure hardening and security best practices- Manage Windows server, networking, firewall, and endpoint technologies- Assist with vulnerability remediation and infrastructure improvements- Monitor infrastructure performance, stability, and security- Technical Environment Skills & Experience - Background in Infrastructure Engineering or Systems Administration- Strong Windows infrastructure knowledge- Experience with servers, networking, firewalls, and endpoint technologies- Understanding of infrastructure security principles and best practices- Exposure to cyber security, AWS, Intune, Entra, or Linux environments desirable My client is open to someone who has strong infrastructure experience and looking to step into the Security Infrastructure world so if that is you and you are interested please reach out! Fixed Term Contract Infrastructure Engineer (Security) Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:
Want to join a company is a recognised innovation and technology leader, tackling highly complex challenges across multiple defence and aerospace domains? Join a business who deliver advanced systems and services to customers worldwide and is widely regarded as a trusted, high-performing organisation within its market! Important: All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance minimum 5 years UK residency Working: Possible Flexible and some remote working potentials. We are excited to offer, as well as, our competitive package and great career development - a Welcome Bonus of 7.5k! As a Senior Product Test Engineer you'll demonstrate a range of professional electronics skills such as debug, working on high reliability electronics products, work to component level and the highest standards to deliver products to our customers. This role is a blend of electronic test engineering supporting manufacturing production projects. Experience in an electronics or electronics-manufacturing company testing & fault finding electronic assemblies to component level, fault finding, presenting data and showing expertise in these areas is ideal for the role. Company Highlights: Join a globally recognised technology and defence leader, repeatedly awarded for innovation, patents and engineering excellence across aerospace, defence, space and cyber. A organisation trusted by governments worldwide, delivering mission-critical systems and recognised with Gold status by the UK Ministry of Defence for its support of the armed forces community. Be part of a business consistently ranked among the top innovators in the aerospace and defence sector, combining cutting-edge technology with long term programme stability, including high-profile contracts with government and allied partners worldwide. Explore the chance to work on cutting-edge, nationally significant projects with real-world impact, not theoretical R&D. A business, known for a strong culture of innovation, inclusion and long term career development, backed by the scale and stability of a global industry leader. Essential Skills & Experience Test Lifecycle Presenting data to teams Diagnostics, fault finding, debug and corrective action Mentor other staff e.g. diagnostic technicians Design for Manufacturing and Design for Test (DFM/DFT) implementation Military or high reliability manufacturing electronics Challenge status quo, present new ideas Work on range of electronic technologies Even If you feel like you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to reach out and apply.
May 25, 2026
Full time
Want to join a company is a recognised innovation and technology leader, tackling highly complex challenges across multiple defence and aerospace domains? Join a business who deliver advanced systems and services to customers worldwide and is widely regarded as a trusted, high-performing organisation within its market! Important: All applicants must be able to obtain Security Clearance minimum 5 years UK residency Working: Possible Flexible and some remote working potentials. We are excited to offer, as well as, our competitive package and great career development - a Welcome Bonus of 7.5k! As a Senior Product Test Engineer you'll demonstrate a range of professional electronics skills such as debug, working on high reliability electronics products, work to component level and the highest standards to deliver products to our customers. This role is a blend of electronic test engineering supporting manufacturing production projects. Experience in an electronics or electronics-manufacturing company testing & fault finding electronic assemblies to component level, fault finding, presenting data and showing expertise in these areas is ideal for the role. Company Highlights: Join a globally recognised technology and defence leader, repeatedly awarded for innovation, patents and engineering excellence across aerospace, defence, space and cyber. A organisation trusted by governments worldwide, delivering mission-critical systems and recognised with Gold status by the UK Ministry of Defence for its support of the armed forces community. Be part of a business consistently ranked among the top innovators in the aerospace and defence sector, combining cutting-edge technology with long term programme stability, including high-profile contracts with government and allied partners worldwide. Explore the chance to work on cutting-edge, nationally significant projects with real-world impact, not theoretical R&D. A business, known for a strong culture of innovation, inclusion and long term career development, backed by the scale and stability of a global industry leader. Essential Skills & Experience Test Lifecycle Presenting data to teams Diagnostics, fault finding, debug and corrective action Mentor other staff e.g. diagnostic technicians Design for Manufacturing and Design for Test (DFM/DFT) implementation Military or high reliability manufacturing electronics Challenge status quo, present new ideas Work on range of electronic technologies Even If you feel like you don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to reach out and apply.
Senior Full Stack JavaScript Developer Salary: 60,000 - 80,000 base salary plus benefits, perks, and healthcare options Location: Cardiff - Hybrid We're looking for a Senior Full Stack JavaScript Developer to join a fast-moving engineering team building modern web and mobile applications that deliver real impact. You'll lead technical delivery, mentor engineers, and help shape scalable, secure solutions across projects involving cutting-edge technologies including AI, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems. What you'll do: Lead and mentor developers, driving engineering best practices Build scalable web & mobile apps using JavaScript, Node.js, React/Angular/Vue Design and develop robust front-end and back-end systems Apply TDD and modern development practices Collaborate with architects, clients, and cross-functional teams Use AI tools (e.g. GitHub Copilot) to enhance delivery and quality What we're looking for: Strong full stack JavaScript experience (Node.js + modern frameworks) Experience with Express.js, Nest.js, or Hapi.js Front-end expertise in React, Angular, Vue or similar (including Remix.js) Strong HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript skills Experience in a senior/lead role with mentoring responsibility Passion for building scalable, high-quality software Why join us? Work on meaningful, high-impact projects in a flexible, hybrid environment where innovation, collaboration, and wellbeing are genuinely prioritised. If you're ready to take the lead on exciting engineering challenges, we'd love to hear from you.
May 25, 2026
Full time
Senior Full Stack JavaScript Developer Salary: 60,000 - 80,000 base salary plus benefits, perks, and healthcare options Location: Cardiff - Hybrid We're looking for a Senior Full Stack JavaScript Developer to join a fast-moving engineering team building modern web and mobile applications that deliver real impact. You'll lead technical delivery, mentor engineers, and help shape scalable, secure solutions across projects involving cutting-edge technologies including AI, cybersecurity, and autonomous systems. What you'll do: Lead and mentor developers, driving engineering best practices Build scalable web & mobile apps using JavaScript, Node.js, React/Angular/Vue Design and develop robust front-end and back-end systems Apply TDD and modern development practices Collaborate with architects, clients, and cross-functional teams Use AI tools (e.g. GitHub Copilot) to enhance delivery and quality What we're looking for: Strong full stack JavaScript experience (Node.js + modern frameworks) Experience with Express.js, Nest.js, or Hapi.js Front-end expertise in React, Angular, Vue or similar (including Remix.js) Strong HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript (ES6+), TypeScript skills Experience in a senior/lead role with mentoring responsibility Passion for building scalable, high-quality software Why join us? Work on meaningful, high-impact projects in a flexible, hybrid environment where innovation, collaboration, and wellbeing are genuinely prioritised. If you're ready to take the lead on exciting engineering challenges, we'd love to hear from you.
2nd Line Support Engineer Halifax Offering £28,000 - £35,000 Basic Salary plus Benefits Technical Prospects are recruiting exclusively on behalf of a well-established IT Services Provider based in Halifax, supporting SME clients throughout the UK. Our client is currently recruiting an experienced 2nd Line Support Engineer to join their established and growing technical support team. This is an excellent opportunity for a customer focused IT professional who enjoys problem solving across a broad range of technologies, and playing a key role in delivering reliable day-to-day support, helping our client's customers stay secure, productive, and connected. 2nd Line Support Engineer - Purpose Provide 1st & 2nd line technical support to customers via phone, email, remote tools, and occasional onsite visits. Diagnose and resolve issues across hardware, software, Microsoft 365, printers, connectivity, and core network services. Install, configure, and support desktops, laptops, mobile devices, operating systems, and business applications. Support user onboarding, account setup, permissions, and email configuration for customer environments. Monitor alerts, manage tickets, document resolutions clearly, and escalate more complex incidents where appropriate. Assist with patching, endpoint protection, cyber security best practice, and proactive service improvement. Work with firewalls, antivirus, backup, and cloud platforms as part of our client's managed service offering. 2nd Line Support Engineer - Candidate - Ideal Previous 2nd line IT support experience in a technical support, service desk, help desk, or desktop support role. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, desktop hardware, laptops, printers, and common business applications. Good understanding of Microsoft 365 administration and support. Sound knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, VPNs, routers, and switching. Excellent troubleshooting skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tickets effectively and reliably. Strong communication and customer service skills, with a professional, approachable manner and a commitment to working collaboratively with colleagues and clients. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to provide onsite client support when required would be beneficial. The 2nd Line Support Engineer is offering £28,000 - £35,000 basic salary plus benefits for the successful candidate. This is a full-time, permanent position, predominantly based at our client's Halifax office with flexibility to attend client sites when required. All successful candidates will be contacted within 5 days of application for the position of 2nd Line Support Engineer. This position is being advertised by Technical Prospects Ltd. The services advertised by Technical Prospects Ltd are those of an Employment Agency.
May 25, 2026
Full time
2nd Line Support Engineer Halifax Offering £28,000 - £35,000 Basic Salary plus Benefits Technical Prospects are recruiting exclusively on behalf of a well-established IT Services Provider based in Halifax, supporting SME clients throughout the UK. Our client is currently recruiting an experienced 2nd Line Support Engineer to join their established and growing technical support team. This is an excellent opportunity for a customer focused IT professional who enjoys problem solving across a broad range of technologies, and playing a key role in delivering reliable day-to-day support, helping our client's customers stay secure, productive, and connected. 2nd Line Support Engineer - Purpose Provide 1st & 2nd line technical support to customers via phone, email, remote tools, and occasional onsite visits. Diagnose and resolve issues across hardware, software, Microsoft 365, printers, connectivity, and core network services. Install, configure, and support desktops, laptops, mobile devices, operating systems, and business applications. Support user onboarding, account setup, permissions, and email configuration for customer environments. Monitor alerts, manage tickets, document resolutions clearly, and escalate more complex incidents where appropriate. Assist with patching, endpoint protection, cyber security best practice, and proactive service improvement. Work with firewalls, antivirus, backup, and cloud platforms as part of our client's managed service offering. 2nd Line Support Engineer - Candidate - Ideal Previous 2nd line IT support experience in a technical support, service desk, help desk, or desktop support role. Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, desktop hardware, laptops, printers, and common business applications. Good understanding of Microsoft 365 administration and support. Sound knowledge of networking fundamentals, including TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, VPNs, routers, and switching. Excellent troubleshooting skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tickets effectively and reliably. Strong communication and customer service skills, with a professional, approachable manner and a commitment to working collaboratively with colleagues and clients. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to provide onsite client support when required would be beneficial. The 2nd Line Support Engineer is offering £28,000 - £35,000 basic salary plus benefits for the successful candidate. This is a full-time, permanent position, predominantly based at our client's Halifax office with flexibility to attend client sites when required. All successful candidates will be contacted within 5 days of application for the position of 2nd Line Support Engineer. This position is being advertised by Technical Prospects Ltd. The services advertised by Technical Prospects Ltd are those of an Employment Agency.
SOC Analyst Daily Rate: Inside IR35 Location: Sheffield Job Type: Hybrid (2-3 days on-site) Join our Cyber Defence Centre (CDC) as a SOC Analyst. This is a crucial hands-on operational role within Security Operations, focused on incident detection, investigation, and response. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring effective monitoring, triage, and response to security events, while also driving continuous improvement and detection engineering initiatives. Day-to-day of the role: Incident Detection & Response: Investigate and respond to security incidents and alerts escalated from Tier 1 / Tier 2 SOC. Perform in-depth analysis and triage of security events, identifying threats and determining impact. Support high-severity incident response as required, working closely with Incident Responders. Operational Monitoring: Manage and resolve security tickets within agreed SLAs. Review alerts from multiple security tools and platforms. Ensure accurate documentation and tracking of incidents within ServiceNow. Detection Engineering: Contribute to detection engineering activities on a rotational basis. Develop and tune detection rules to improve alert quality and reduce false positives. Write and optimise queries (e.g., KQL) across SIEM platforms. Collaboration & Support: Work closely with internal teams and third-party providers to investigate and resolve incidents. Support MSSP interactions and escalations where required. Participate in incident bridge calls during major incidents. Continuous Improvement: Identify lessons learned from incidents and contribute to improving processes and controls. Provide feedback on detection gaps and opportunities for enhancement. Focus on delivering value from incidents, not just ticket closure. Required Skills & Qualifications: Core Experience: Proven experience working within a SOC environment (Tier 2 / Tier 3 preferred). Strong background in incident investigation and response. Experience handling escalated alerts and security tickets. Technical Skills: Experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel). Experience with EDR/XDR tools (e.g., CrowdStrike). ServiceNow or similar ITSM/SecOps platforms. Ability to write and optimise KQL queries (essential). Knowledge of scripting/query languages (e.g., Falcon Query Language) is advantageous. Analytical Capability: Strong investigative and problem-solving skills. Ability to correlate data across multiple sources. Understanding of common attack techniques and threat vectors. Soft Skills: Strong communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment. Proactive mindset with focus on continuous improvement and quality outcomes. To apply for this SOC Analyst position, please submit your CV and a member of the Talent Team will be in touch.
May 25, 2026
Contractor
SOC Analyst Daily Rate: Inside IR35 Location: Sheffield Job Type: Hybrid (2-3 days on-site) Join our Cyber Defence Centre (CDC) as a SOC Analyst. This is a crucial hands-on operational role within Security Operations, focused on incident detection, investigation, and response. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring effective monitoring, triage, and response to security events, while also driving continuous improvement and detection engineering initiatives. Day-to-day of the role: Incident Detection & Response: Investigate and respond to security incidents and alerts escalated from Tier 1 / Tier 2 SOC. Perform in-depth analysis and triage of security events, identifying threats and determining impact. Support high-severity incident response as required, working closely with Incident Responders. Operational Monitoring: Manage and resolve security tickets within agreed SLAs. Review alerts from multiple security tools and platforms. Ensure accurate documentation and tracking of incidents within ServiceNow. Detection Engineering: Contribute to detection engineering activities on a rotational basis. Develop and tune detection rules to improve alert quality and reduce false positives. Write and optimise queries (e.g., KQL) across SIEM platforms. Collaboration & Support: Work closely with internal teams and third-party providers to investigate and resolve incidents. Support MSSP interactions and escalations where required. Participate in incident bridge calls during major incidents. Continuous Improvement: Identify lessons learned from incidents and contribute to improving processes and controls. Provide feedback on detection gaps and opportunities for enhancement. Focus on delivering value from incidents, not just ticket closure. Required Skills & Qualifications: Core Experience: Proven experience working within a SOC environment (Tier 2 / Tier 3 preferred). Strong background in incident investigation and response. Experience handling escalated alerts and security tickets. Technical Skills: Experience with SIEM platforms (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel). Experience with EDR/XDR tools (e.g., CrowdStrike). ServiceNow or similar ITSM/SecOps platforms. Ability to write and optimise KQL queries (essential). Knowledge of scripting/query languages (e.g., Falcon Query Language) is advantageous. Analytical Capability: Strong investigative and problem-solving skills. Ability to correlate data across multiple sources. Understanding of common attack techniques and threat vectors. Soft Skills: Strong communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operational environment. Proactive mindset with focus on continuous improvement and quality outcomes. To apply for this SOC Analyst position, please submit your CV and a member of the Talent Team will be in touch.
Role: Infrastructure Engineer Location: Bath (Hybrid Working) Salary: £50,000 £55,000 Cutting-Edge Cloud Technologies Enterprise Infrastructure Projects Unrivalled Progression Opportunities Were partnered with a highly successful and well-established MSP that continues to grow rapidly through its reputation for delivering exceptional cloud, infrastructure, and cyber security solutions click apply for full job details
May 25, 2026
Full time
Role: Infrastructure Engineer Location: Bath (Hybrid Working) Salary: £50,000 £55,000 Cutting-Edge Cloud Technologies Enterprise Infrastructure Projects Unrivalled Progression Opportunities Were partnered with a highly successful and well-established MSP that continues to grow rapidly through its reputation for delivering exceptional cloud, infrastructure, and cyber security solutions click apply for full job details
Service Manager up to £70k 1 day per week in Huddersfield or Manchester We're working with a long-standing UK organisation undergoing continued investment in its technology operations and service maturity. They're now appointing a senior IT Service Manager to strengthen operational governance and drive service excellence across the business. You'll own key operational processes including incident management, service controls and risk mitigation, working alongside senior technical and delivery stakeholders to ensure systems remain stable, secure and scalable. Key responsibilities Own and lead technical incident management (including P1/P2 incidents and out-of-hours escalation) Act as incident commander during major incidents, managing communications and mitigation strategies Define, maintain and report on SLAs, SLOs and service health metrics Oversee service desk triage processes, priorities and ceremonies Lead cyber incident response and vulnerability remediation across the tech estate Support audit readiness and compliance (ISO 27001 and related frameworks) Partner with engineering and product teams on service improvement and capacity planning What we're looking for 5+ years' experience in IT / Technology Service Management, Incident Management or similar Strong knowledge of ITIL practices (incident, problem, change, service level management) Proven experience running major incidents and out-of-hours support models Hands-on experience with vulnerability management and cyber security processes Familiarity with ISO 27001 / SOC 2 environments and working with audits Experience with ITSM tools (e.g. Jira Service Management, ServiceNow) Comfortable producing dashboards and service reporting (Power BI, Jira, Confluence, etc.) If interested, apply directly through LinkedIn or drop me a message!
May 25, 2026
Full time
Service Manager up to £70k 1 day per week in Huddersfield or Manchester We're working with a long-standing UK organisation undergoing continued investment in its technology operations and service maturity. They're now appointing a senior IT Service Manager to strengthen operational governance and drive service excellence across the business. You'll own key operational processes including incident management, service controls and risk mitigation, working alongside senior technical and delivery stakeholders to ensure systems remain stable, secure and scalable. Key responsibilities Own and lead technical incident management (including P1/P2 incidents and out-of-hours escalation) Act as incident commander during major incidents, managing communications and mitigation strategies Define, maintain and report on SLAs, SLOs and service health metrics Oversee service desk triage processes, priorities and ceremonies Lead cyber incident response and vulnerability remediation across the tech estate Support audit readiness and compliance (ISO 27001 and related frameworks) Partner with engineering and product teams on service improvement and capacity planning What we're looking for 5+ years' experience in IT / Technology Service Management, Incident Management or similar Strong knowledge of ITIL practices (incident, problem, change, service level management) Proven experience running major incidents and out-of-hours support models Hands-on experience with vulnerability management and cyber security processes Familiarity with ISO 27001 / SOC 2 environments and working with audits Experience with ITSM tools (e.g. Jira Service Management, ServiceNow) Comfortable producing dashboards and service reporting (Power BI, Jira, Confluence, etc.) If interested, apply directly through LinkedIn or drop me a message!
Commercial Officer The Role: As a Commercial Officer, you will be responsible for the initial review of commercial documents. You will oversee end-to-end contract management, alongside the daily management of Synoptix IP tracking and protection. In this role, you will work closely with a broad range of stakeholders and participate in both internal and external meetings as required. This is a part-time role of 20-25 hours per week, with occasional office attendance when needed. Day to day tasking can include: Supporting the day-to-day management, including (but not limited to) developing and maintaining an effective filing and database system for recording commercial documents, including: NDAs Customer frameworks/agreements Supplier frameworks/agreements Customer rate cards Collaboration agreements License agreements Export control documentation Security aspects letters Synoptix standard T&Cs Governance and compliance. Both with internal policy and legal frameworks Identifying commercial risks to the company Key Experience: We are interested in any of the following experience, but it s not essential for you to apply: Experience in a contract or commercial role Exposure to the defence industry and its contractual documents Proactive with the ability to work on own initiative Degree or equivalent in Business, Law or Commercial Hold a relevant professional accreditation or working towards certification Demonstrates strong attention to detail and accuracy Benefits: Annual Company Bonus Based on company performance 25 Days annual leave, plus bank holidays for full-time employees, pro rata based on contracted weekly hours Flexible hybrid working arrangements Continuous professional development including incentives Access to online Udemy training facility to support grade specific learning pathways Electric car scheme Bike to work scheme Private health care (AXA) About Us: Synoptix was formed in 2011 to provide engineering solutions across various technical industries. We have evolved from a company established and focussed on Systems Thinking principles into an Engineering company providing solutions and services across three key capabilities: Systems, Cyber & InfoSec and Technology. What makes us stand out is how we engage in the crossover areas between these disciplines, combining our strengths to provide a truly bespoke, market leading approach. Our engineering competence is bolstered by expertise in commercial, legal, financial and resource, thereby ensuring that we uphold excellence in our product and service offerings. Please note that due to the nature of our projects we can only accept Sole UK National candidates who will need to be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance. By applying to this position, you are confirming that you consent to the retention of your personal data. Your data is held securely on our own premises and under the terms of the Data Protection Act (2018). It will be treated as confidential, and will not be transferred to any third party, or to any other jurisdiction without your consent. We will not hold any data for any longer than is necessary for us to fulfil our obligations and will remove any data at your written request.
May 25, 2026
Full time
Commercial Officer The Role: As a Commercial Officer, you will be responsible for the initial review of commercial documents. You will oversee end-to-end contract management, alongside the daily management of Synoptix IP tracking and protection. In this role, you will work closely with a broad range of stakeholders and participate in both internal and external meetings as required. This is a part-time role of 20-25 hours per week, with occasional office attendance when needed. Day to day tasking can include: Supporting the day-to-day management, including (but not limited to) developing and maintaining an effective filing and database system for recording commercial documents, including: NDAs Customer frameworks/agreements Supplier frameworks/agreements Customer rate cards Collaboration agreements License agreements Export control documentation Security aspects letters Synoptix standard T&Cs Governance and compliance. Both with internal policy and legal frameworks Identifying commercial risks to the company Key Experience: We are interested in any of the following experience, but it s not essential for you to apply: Experience in a contract or commercial role Exposure to the defence industry and its contractual documents Proactive with the ability to work on own initiative Degree or equivalent in Business, Law or Commercial Hold a relevant professional accreditation or working towards certification Demonstrates strong attention to detail and accuracy Benefits: Annual Company Bonus Based on company performance 25 Days annual leave, plus bank holidays for full-time employees, pro rata based on contracted weekly hours Flexible hybrid working arrangements Continuous professional development including incentives Access to online Udemy training facility to support grade specific learning pathways Electric car scheme Bike to work scheme Private health care (AXA) About Us: Synoptix was formed in 2011 to provide engineering solutions across various technical industries. We have evolved from a company established and focussed on Systems Thinking principles into an Engineering company providing solutions and services across three key capabilities: Systems, Cyber & InfoSec and Technology. What makes us stand out is how we engage in the crossover areas between these disciplines, combining our strengths to provide a truly bespoke, market leading approach. Our engineering competence is bolstered by expertise in commercial, legal, financial and resource, thereby ensuring that we uphold excellence in our product and service offerings. Please note that due to the nature of our projects we can only accept Sole UK National candidates who will need to be eligible to obtain UK Security Clearance. By applying to this position, you are confirming that you consent to the retention of your personal data. Your data is held securely on our own premises and under the terms of the Data Protection Act (2018). It will be treated as confidential, and will not be transferred to any third party, or to any other jurisdiction without your consent. We will not hold any data for any longer than is necessary for us to fulfil our obligations and will remove any data at your written request.
Cyber Security Engineer Glasgow - Hybrid Competitive salary - 12-month FTC VIQU is working with a leading global professional services organisation to recruit a Cyber Security Engineer to join their Security Operations team on a 12-month fixed term contract. This role will focus on the hands-on implementation, maintenance, and optimisation of security tooling and controls across a complex enterprise environment, alongside contributing to security governance, compliance, and best practice delivery. You will play a key role in strengthening detection and response capability across cloud and on-prem infrastructure, while supporting both BAU operations and ongoing transformation projects. Key Responsibilities of the Cyber Security Engineer: Deploy, configure, and maintain security tooling (SIEM, EDR, DLP, vulnerability management, PAM) across cloud and on-prem environments Monitor, investigate, and respond to security incidents, including root cause analysis and forensic support Manage vulnerability scanning and remediation tracking across infrastructure and cloud (Azure desirable) Support secure configuration, security best practices, and alignment to ISO27001 and NIST Contribute to security documentation (policies, SOPs, playbooks) and continuous improvement of controls Support BAU operations, projects, and penetration testing activities as required Key Requirements of the Cyber Security Engineer: Experience in a Cyber Security Engineer, SecOps, or similar hands-on security role Strong experience with enterprise security tooling including SIEM, EDR, DLP, and vulnerability management platforms Familiarity with tools such as CrowdStrike, Absolute, Sumo Logic, and Rapid7 (or similar technologies) Experience supporting cloud environments, ideally Azure, within a security operations context Strong understanding of security frameworks such as ISO27001 and NIST Experience across both BAU security operations and project delivery Strong incident response experience, including investigation, escalation, and root cause analysis Ability to produce clear technical documentation (SOPs, playbooks, and standards) Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical teams Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence, or reach out to Katie Dark via the VIQU IT website. Do you know someone great? We'll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more opportunities, follow us on IT Recruitment. Cyber Security Engineer Glasgow - Hybrid Competitive salary - 12-month FTC
May 25, 2026
Full time
Cyber Security Engineer Glasgow - Hybrid Competitive salary - 12-month FTC VIQU is working with a leading global professional services organisation to recruit a Cyber Security Engineer to join their Security Operations team on a 12-month fixed term contract. This role will focus on the hands-on implementation, maintenance, and optimisation of security tooling and controls across a complex enterprise environment, alongside contributing to security governance, compliance, and best practice delivery. You will play a key role in strengthening detection and response capability across cloud and on-prem infrastructure, while supporting both BAU operations and ongoing transformation projects. Key Responsibilities of the Cyber Security Engineer: Deploy, configure, and maintain security tooling (SIEM, EDR, DLP, vulnerability management, PAM) across cloud and on-prem environments Monitor, investigate, and respond to security incidents, including root cause analysis and forensic support Manage vulnerability scanning and remediation tracking across infrastructure and cloud (Azure desirable) Support secure configuration, security best practices, and alignment to ISO27001 and NIST Contribute to security documentation (policies, SOPs, playbooks) and continuous improvement of controls Support BAU operations, projects, and penetration testing activities as required Key Requirements of the Cyber Security Engineer: Experience in a Cyber Security Engineer, SecOps, or similar hands-on security role Strong experience with enterprise security tooling including SIEM, EDR, DLP, and vulnerability management platforms Familiarity with tools such as CrowdStrike, Absolute, Sumo Logic, and Rapid7 (or similar technologies) Experience supporting cloud environments, ideally Azure, within a security operations context Strong understanding of security frameworks such as ISO27001 and NIST Experience across both BAU security operations and project delivery Strong incident response experience, including investigation, escalation, and root cause analysis Ability to produce clear technical documentation (SOPs, playbooks, and standards) Strong communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical teams Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence, or reach out to Katie Dark via the VIQU IT website. Do you know someone great? We'll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more opportunities, follow us on IT Recruitment. Cyber Security Engineer Glasgow - Hybrid Competitive salary - 12-month FTC
Senior Cyber Security Engineer Glasgow or London Hybrid 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Competitive Salary + Benefits No Sponsorship Available VIQU have partnered with an established professional services organisation undergoing a significant cloud transformation programme. They are seeking a Senior Cyber Security Engineer to join their security function on a 12-month FTC, supporting both operational security activities and key business projects. This role combines hands-on security engineering with advisory responsibilities. You'll help maintain and improve security controls across the organisation, while working with project teams to ensure security best practice is embedded into ongoing technology initiatives. Key responsibilities: Provide technical security expertise across BAU and project delivery. Support the improvement of security controls, processes and standards. Advise teams on security best practice and secure-by-design principles. Monitor, investigate and respond to security incidents and threats. Support vulnerability management and remediation activities. Contribute to governance, compliance and risk activity aligned to ISO 27001 and NIST. Requirements: Experience in Security Operations, Cyber Security Engineering or SecOps. Strong knowledge of threat detection, incident response, endpoint security and vulnerability management. Exposure to Microsoft Azure. Experience with tools such as CrowdStrike, Absolute, Sumo Logic, Rapid7 or similar. Understanding of security governance, compliance and frameworks. Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical teams. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or contact Aaron Chiverton on . Know someone great? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities, follow us on IT Recruitment.
May 25, 2026
Full time
Senior Cyber Security Engineer Glasgow or London Hybrid 12-Month Fixed-Term Contract Competitive Salary + Benefits No Sponsorship Available VIQU have partnered with an established professional services organisation undergoing a significant cloud transformation programme. They are seeking a Senior Cyber Security Engineer to join their security function on a 12-month FTC, supporting both operational security activities and key business projects. This role combines hands-on security engineering with advisory responsibilities. You'll help maintain and improve security controls across the organisation, while working with project teams to ensure security best practice is embedded into ongoing technology initiatives. Key responsibilities: Provide technical security expertise across BAU and project delivery. Support the improvement of security controls, processes and standards. Advise teams on security best practice and secure-by-design principles. Monitor, investigate and respond to security incidents and threats. Support vulnerability management and remediation activities. Contribute to governance, compliance and risk activity aligned to ISO 27001 and NIST. Requirements: Experience in Security Operations, Cyber Security Engineering or SecOps. Strong knowledge of threat detection, incident response, endpoint security and vulnerability management. Exposure to Microsoft Azure. Experience with tools such as CrowdStrike, Absolute, Sumo Logic, Rapid7 or similar. Understanding of security governance, compliance and frameworks. Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical teams. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or contact Aaron Chiverton on . Know someone great? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities, follow us on IT Recruitment.
Job Advertisement: M365 Identity & Integration Engineer Location: Leeds, 2 days per week in the office, Working Pattern: Via Umbrella Company Contract Length: 6 months Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with a leading financial institution? Our client is seeking a talented M365 Identity & Integration Engineer to join their dynamic team! If you are passionate about technology and enjoy tackling challenges, this is the opportunity for you! Role Overview: As the M365 Identity & Integration Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the technical integration and ongoing operation of applications across the Workplace Technology portfolio. Your hands-on expertise will ensure that new and existing applications align with identity, security, governance, and operational processes. Get ready to collaborate with various teams, including Microsoft 365, Cyber Security, and Service Operations, to deliver secure and supportable solutions! Key Responsibilities: Lead Application Integration: Oversee the technical onboarding of applications from design to BAU support. Secure Integrations: Design and implement integrations with corporate services, including Entra ID/Active Directory and SSO (SAML, OIDC, OAuth). Collaborate with Stakeholders: Understand functional requirements and translate them into practical technical designs. Ensure Monitoring: Integrate applications with internal monitoring and support processes before go-live. SSO Support: Implement and support SSO integrations via Entra ID, managing app registrations and troubleshooting. Apply Security Controls: Enforce organizational standards, including Conditional Access, MFA, and secure account management. Support Security Assurance: Assist in architecture reviews, supplier security assessments, and remediation actions. Operational Artefacts: Produce and maintain support models, runbooks, and onboarding checklists. Technical Escalation Point: Act as a go-to for complex incidents related to authentication and access. Collaboration Across Teams: Work with platform teams to deliver cohesive solutions. Continuous Improvement: Identify and propose enhancements for integration and operational processes. Essential Skills & Experience: Strong experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including SSO and app registrations. Proficiency in Conditional Access/MFA design and operational troubleshooting. Understanding of identity governance concepts (RBAC, least privilege). Expertise in integrating SaaS platforms within regulated environments. Exceptional troubleshooting skills across authentication flows and related technologies. Nice-to-Have (Highly Desirable): Experience with Cisco Spaces or similar platforms. Familiarity with workplace analytics and data governance. Knowledge of Microsoft 365 services and integration points. Basic scripting/automation skills (PowerShell preferred). Desirable Qualifications: Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Identity/Security/Azure fundamentals). ITIL v4 Foundation or equivalent service management certification. Experience with security frameworks like ISO27001 or Cyber Essentials Plus. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to a leading financial institution, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a key player in shaping the future of Workplace Technology! Our client is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
May 25, 2026
Contractor
Job Advertisement: M365 Identity & Integration Engineer Location: Leeds, 2 days per week in the office, Working Pattern: Via Umbrella Company Contract Length: 6 months Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey with a leading financial institution? Our client is seeking a talented M365 Identity & Integration Engineer to join their dynamic team! If you are passionate about technology and enjoy tackling challenges, this is the opportunity for you! Role Overview: As the M365 Identity & Integration Engineer, you will play a crucial role in the technical integration and ongoing operation of applications across the Workplace Technology portfolio. Your hands-on expertise will ensure that new and existing applications align with identity, security, governance, and operational processes. Get ready to collaborate with various teams, including Microsoft 365, Cyber Security, and Service Operations, to deliver secure and supportable solutions! Key Responsibilities: Lead Application Integration: Oversee the technical onboarding of applications from design to BAU support. Secure Integrations: Design and implement integrations with corporate services, including Entra ID/Active Directory and SSO (SAML, OIDC, OAuth). Collaborate with Stakeholders: Understand functional requirements and translate them into practical technical designs. Ensure Monitoring: Integrate applications with internal monitoring and support processes before go-live. SSO Support: Implement and support SSO integrations via Entra ID, managing app registrations and troubleshooting. Apply Security Controls: Enforce organizational standards, including Conditional Access, MFA, and secure account management. Support Security Assurance: Assist in architecture reviews, supplier security assessments, and remediation actions. Operational Artefacts: Produce and maintain support models, runbooks, and onboarding checklists. Technical Escalation Point: Act as a go-to for complex incidents related to authentication and access. Collaboration Across Teams: Work with platform teams to deliver cohesive solutions. Continuous Improvement: Identify and propose enhancements for integration and operational processes. Essential Skills & Experience: Strong experience with Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD), including SSO and app registrations. Proficiency in Conditional Access/MFA design and operational troubleshooting. Understanding of identity governance concepts (RBAC, least privilege). Expertise in integrating SaaS platforms within regulated environments. Exceptional troubleshooting skills across authentication flows and related technologies. Nice-to-Have (Highly Desirable): Experience with Cisco Spaces or similar platforms. Familiarity with workplace analytics and data governance. Knowledge of Microsoft 365 services and integration points. Basic scripting/automation skills (PowerShell preferred). Desirable Qualifications: Relevant industry certifications (e.g., Microsoft Identity/Security/Azure fundamentals). ITIL v4 Foundation or equivalent service management certification. Experience with security frameworks like ISO27001 or Cyber Essentials Plus. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to a leading financial institution, we want to hear from you! Apply now and become a key player in shaping the future of Workplace Technology! Our client is committed to diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Are you looking for a Security role within a dynamic, innovative financial technology organisation? If so, we are recruiting for a Cyber Security Engineer to join our Cyber Security team! The Role Working alongside the team you will help to design, develop, and mature the companys cyber security capability, including the selection, implementation, and management of security tools/technologies, focused on detection, prevention, and analysis of security threats. This role offers a great opportunity to help define and shape the security function within a collaborative IT department, ensuring the protection of customer assets. Responsibilities include Work with technology and business teams to deliver security processes, technologies and controls, acting as the authority on security related queries. Define, design, implement, and maintain security solutions appropriate to the business needs. Support the definition, execution and continuous improvement of key cyber security processes including vulnerability & patch management, security incident response, security monitoring, endpoint security, identity and access management, network security, and cryptography. Assist with developing and maintaining security policies, processes and incident response management plans and playbooks. Prepare and document standard operating procedures and protocols. Provide expertise on security requirements into core technology processes like asset management, change management, third-party management, technology development & acquisition, configuration management, etc. Contribute as a team member in projects and change initiatives aimed at increasing enterprise security capabilities e.g., identity and access management, log aggregation, etc. Required experience: Minimum of 2 years experience in a Security Engineer/Analyst, role focusing on designing and implementing security solutions and managing security infrastructure. Previous experience working within a financial services environment and a working understanding of relevant regulations. Experience and in-depth technical knowledge of deploying, maintaining, and configuring a wide range of security technologies within a large and complex environment (anti-malware/EDR, SIEM solutions, vulnerability scanners, patch management, CASB, DLP, penetration testing tools, etc.) Knowledge of TCP/IP and related network protocols: knowledge of standard network protocols like TCP, ARP, ICMP, DHCP, DNS, HTTP, SNMP, VPN etc., and accompanying protocol/packet analysis/manipulation tools. Understanding of key operating systems and network appliances and the ability to assess their security posture based on their configuration/deployment. Experience of working effectively with a variety of stakeholders from different technology and business teams. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Desirable experience: Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM). Strong knowledge of Operating System security and system hardening concepts such as CIS Benchmarks. Experience in working with information security frameworks and regulatory requirements including ISO27001, NIST, PCI DSS, GDPR, Cyber Essentials. Experience of general IT Audit processes and conducting risk assessments. You will be a proactive self starter with strong communication skills and comfortable interacting with stakeholders at all levels. You will have a strong technical background with previous experience of implementing security solutions. You will have the ability to tailor your approach and translate requirements to non-technical members of staff. We offer a competitive remuneration package, including company discretionary bonus, excellent pension contributions, an attractive staff share scheme, BUPA health insurance, buying and selling of annual leave and sponsorship of relevant professional qualifications. The role is based in our central London office, working a minimum of two days a week in the office and three days a week from home. About Us Transact is a leading UK investment wrap platform for financial advisers and their clients. Our culture is collaborative, inclusive and open-minded. We work hard to continually challenge the way we do things to maintain our market leading status. As a customer-centric and client focused business, we put our clients, like Mrs Miggins, at the heart of everything we do. Our platform enables clients and their advisers to manage their financial portfolio in one single online place, and is supported by unrivalled personal service. Our goal is to make all aspects of portfolio management as easy and efficient as possible for everyone involved, through the features we develop, our integrations with other systems, and the support we provide. Our purpose: We enable the Miggins family and their adviser to hold their investments on a single platform across wrappers. We provide custody, tax wrapping, trading and reporting.
May 25, 2026
Full time
Are you looking for a Security role within a dynamic, innovative financial technology organisation? If so, we are recruiting for a Cyber Security Engineer to join our Cyber Security team! The Role Working alongside the team you will help to design, develop, and mature the companys cyber security capability, including the selection, implementation, and management of security tools/technologies, focused on detection, prevention, and analysis of security threats. This role offers a great opportunity to help define and shape the security function within a collaborative IT department, ensuring the protection of customer assets. Responsibilities include Work with technology and business teams to deliver security processes, technologies and controls, acting as the authority on security related queries. Define, design, implement, and maintain security solutions appropriate to the business needs. Support the definition, execution and continuous improvement of key cyber security processes including vulnerability & patch management, security incident response, security monitoring, endpoint security, identity and access management, network security, and cryptography. Assist with developing and maintaining security policies, processes and incident response management plans and playbooks. Prepare and document standard operating procedures and protocols. Provide expertise on security requirements into core technology processes like asset management, change management, third-party management, technology development & acquisition, configuration management, etc. Contribute as a team member in projects and change initiatives aimed at increasing enterprise security capabilities e.g., identity and access management, log aggregation, etc. Required experience: Minimum of 2 years experience in a Security Engineer/Analyst, role focusing on designing and implementing security solutions and managing security infrastructure. Previous experience working within a financial services environment and a working understanding of relevant regulations. Experience and in-depth technical knowledge of deploying, maintaining, and configuring a wide range of security technologies within a large and complex environment (anti-malware/EDR, SIEM solutions, vulnerability scanners, patch management, CASB, DLP, penetration testing tools, etc.) Knowledge of TCP/IP and related network protocols: knowledge of standard network protocols like TCP, ARP, ICMP, DHCP, DNS, HTTP, SNMP, VPN etc., and accompanying protocol/packet analysis/manipulation tools. Understanding of key operating systems and network appliances and the ability to assess their security posture based on their configuration/deployment. Experience of working effectively with a variety of stakeholders from different technology and business teams. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Desirable experience: Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), or Certified Information Security Manager (CISM). Strong knowledge of Operating System security and system hardening concepts such as CIS Benchmarks. Experience in working with information security frameworks and regulatory requirements including ISO27001, NIST, PCI DSS, GDPR, Cyber Essentials. Experience of general IT Audit processes and conducting risk assessments. You will be a proactive self starter with strong communication skills and comfortable interacting with stakeholders at all levels. You will have a strong technical background with previous experience of implementing security solutions. You will have the ability to tailor your approach and translate requirements to non-technical members of staff. We offer a competitive remuneration package, including company discretionary bonus, excellent pension contributions, an attractive staff share scheme, BUPA health insurance, buying and selling of annual leave and sponsorship of relevant professional qualifications. The role is based in our central London office, working a minimum of two days a week in the office and three days a week from home. About Us Transact is a leading UK investment wrap platform for financial advisers and their clients. Our culture is collaborative, inclusive and open-minded. We work hard to continually challenge the way we do things to maintain our market leading status. As a customer-centric and client focused business, we put our clients, like Mrs Miggins, at the heart of everything we do. Our platform enables clients and their advisers to manage their financial portfolio in one single online place, and is supported by unrivalled personal service. Our goal is to make all aspects of portfolio management as easy and efficient as possible for everyone involved, through the features we develop, our integrations with other systems, and the support we provide. Our purpose: We enable the Miggins family and their adviser to hold their investments on a single platform across wrappers. We provide custody, tax wrapping, trading and reporting.
IT Support Engineer - Apple / VIP Support Chalford, Gloucestershire £35,000 DOE Travel to additional sites in London and North Devon required occasionally Are you somebody who genuinely enjoys hands-on IT support and helping users day-to-day? Do you take pride in solving problems properly rather than simply passing tickets elsewhere? Are you confident supporting Apple technology, Microsoft environments, Wi-Fi, and modern workplace technology? We are recruiting for an IT Support Engineer to join a highly professional and fast-moving organisation with an established internal IT function supporting users across multiple locations. This role sits within a highly user-focused IT team where personality, responsiveness, and professionalism are just as important as technical capability. You will act as a key point of contact for users across the business, supporting everything from MacBooks and Microsoft 365 through to networking, mobile devices, audio-visual technology, and VIP support requirements. This is not a heavily siloed support environment. You will enjoy variety, take ownership of issues, and genuinely care about providing an excellent user experience. The role also involves supporting senior stakeholders and VIP users, so strong communication skills and a calm, personable approach are particularly important. What you will be doing: Providing responsive day-to-day IT support across multiple sites Supporting MacOS and Apple devices including iPhones and iPads Supporting Microsoft 365 environments Managing user accounts within Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) Supporting printers, scanners, and workplace hardware Assisting with Wi-Fi and connectivity issues Supporting Cisco AnyConnect VPN environments Supporting Smart TVs, Apple TV, Sky systems, and audio-visual technology Supporting cloud and hybrid-cloud technologies Working closely with users to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues Supporting VIP users and senior stakeholders Travelling occasionally to additional sites including London and North Devon What we are looking for: Previous experience within an IT Support or End User Computing role Strong Apple / Mac support experience Experience supporting Microsoft 365 environments Good troubleshooting skills across desktop, mobile, networking, and workplace technology Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Somebody proactive, organised, and user-focused Able to work independently and take ownership of issues Calm under pressure with a professional and approachable manner Full UK driving licence Desirable experience: Meraki wireless environments Service desk systems Cyber security tools such as EDR / MDR / XDR Windows Server exposure IT qualifications or Computer Science degree This is an excellent opportunity for somebody who enjoys modern workplace technology, Apple ecosystems, and hands-on support within a highly professional environment where no two days are quite the same.
May 25, 2026
Full time
IT Support Engineer - Apple / VIP Support Chalford, Gloucestershire £35,000 DOE Travel to additional sites in London and North Devon required occasionally Are you somebody who genuinely enjoys hands-on IT support and helping users day-to-day? Do you take pride in solving problems properly rather than simply passing tickets elsewhere? Are you confident supporting Apple technology, Microsoft environments, Wi-Fi, and modern workplace technology? We are recruiting for an IT Support Engineer to join a highly professional and fast-moving organisation with an established internal IT function supporting users across multiple locations. This role sits within a highly user-focused IT team where personality, responsiveness, and professionalism are just as important as technical capability. You will act as a key point of contact for users across the business, supporting everything from MacBooks and Microsoft 365 through to networking, mobile devices, audio-visual technology, and VIP support requirements. This is not a heavily siloed support environment. You will enjoy variety, take ownership of issues, and genuinely care about providing an excellent user experience. The role also involves supporting senior stakeholders and VIP users, so strong communication skills and a calm, personable approach are particularly important. What you will be doing: Providing responsive day-to-day IT support across multiple sites Supporting MacOS and Apple devices including iPhones and iPads Supporting Microsoft 365 environments Managing user accounts within Microsoft Entra ID (Azure AD) Supporting printers, scanners, and workplace hardware Assisting with Wi-Fi and connectivity issues Supporting Cisco AnyConnect VPN environments Supporting Smart TVs, Apple TV, Sky systems, and audio-visual technology Supporting cloud and hybrid-cloud technologies Working closely with users to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues Supporting VIP users and senior stakeholders Travelling occasionally to additional sites including London and North Devon What we are looking for: Previous experience within an IT Support or End User Computing role Strong Apple / Mac support experience Experience supporting Microsoft 365 environments Good troubleshooting skills across desktop, mobile, networking, and workplace technology Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Somebody proactive, organised, and user-focused Able to work independently and take ownership of issues Calm under pressure with a professional and approachable manner Full UK driving licence Desirable experience: Meraki wireless environments Service desk systems Cyber security tools such as EDR / MDR / XDR Windows Server exposure IT qualifications or Computer Science degree This is an excellent opportunity for somebody who enjoys modern workplace technology, Apple ecosystems, and hands-on support within a highly professional environment where no two days are quite the same.
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Director of Software Engineering About this role We are looking for a Director of Software Engineering to lead a team of 100+ engineers. We're looking for someone who is results-oriented, able to partner with business leaders and go toe-to-toe with the best engineers on technical rigour. You'll be responsible for all the technologists within a series of our 'outcome teams': established to drive forward business outcomes. You'll be an excellent leader of people and communicator. You'll be able to seamlessly switch from executive-level progress conversations, to diving deep into solutions, to contributing to strategic discussions around roadmaps. You'll be able to provide clear thinking and direction to cut through ambiguity. You'll be able to partner well with the local business leadership team and with enterprise stakeholders; providing objective assessments of the likely cost and risk trade-offs for different solutions, and clear paths forward. What you'll do Leadership of a team of 100+ technologists (Software Engineers and Architects): operating engineering at scale within a complex regulated environment Work together with Product and Design teams on the overall product roadmap for key business capabilities and goals Elevate great talent and ensure you have a clear agenda for development in the team. Actively manage performance across the team to develop talent over time Drive for effective delivery with pace and precision across the different outcome teams Liaising with and managing enterprise stakeholders primarily based in the US, who often have deep expertise on particular domains Manage a team with a blend of associates and third party engineers, and ensure effective oversight of the relevant third parties within the domain. Seek and share the context of the wider organisation, its purpose, commitments and opportunities to enable and engage your team with customer and organisational outcomes Stay up to date with the latest relevant changes in regulation and enterprise process Maintain broad knowledge and awareness of the latest relevant technologies and engineering practices Be a key voice in technical design reviews - ensuring a clear and consistent approach to engineering practices Support the career growth and development of the team What we're looking for You'll have a clear track record of leading large software engineering teams, and a proven track record of driving high performance You'll be able to solve complex challenges across people, process and technology. A high level of intellectual curiosity and comfort with ambiguity is essential. You will have the ability to deep dive on different technology options quickly and provide recommendations on a path forward. You will have excellent critical thinking skills and be able to provide thoughtful and effective counsel to leaders across the business You're passionate about recruiting and developing great engineering talent You'll be able to drive results quickly individually, whilst enabling others through the establishing of clear patterns and practices for engineering teams. You'll possess excellent communication skills, with an ability to adapt and communicate compellingly and with authenticity to any audience (including internal and external stakeholders) You'll be aware of the latest native developments within AWS and have real world experience You'll have an understanding of the latest cybersecurity trends and how they impact engineering practice You'll be able to work within enterprise policies/guidelines while customising to fit the UK to strike the right balance You're comfortable in reaching pragmatic outcomes between short-term and long-term business needs Knowledge of the UK / US regulatory, consumer lending and technology landscapes (preferred) Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London offices. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved i
May 25, 2026
Full time
White Collar Factory (95009), United Kingdom, London, London Director of Software Engineering About this role We are looking for a Director of Software Engineering to lead a team of 100+ engineers. We're looking for someone who is results-oriented, able to partner with business leaders and go toe-to-toe with the best engineers on technical rigour. You'll be responsible for all the technologists within a series of our 'outcome teams': established to drive forward business outcomes. You'll be an excellent leader of people and communicator. You'll be able to seamlessly switch from executive-level progress conversations, to diving deep into solutions, to contributing to strategic discussions around roadmaps. You'll be able to provide clear thinking and direction to cut through ambiguity. You'll be able to partner well with the local business leadership team and with enterprise stakeholders; providing objective assessments of the likely cost and risk trade-offs for different solutions, and clear paths forward. What you'll do Leadership of a team of 100+ technologists (Software Engineers and Architects): operating engineering at scale within a complex regulated environment Work together with Product and Design teams on the overall product roadmap for key business capabilities and goals Elevate great talent and ensure you have a clear agenda for development in the team. Actively manage performance across the team to develop talent over time Drive for effective delivery with pace and precision across the different outcome teams Liaising with and managing enterprise stakeholders primarily based in the US, who often have deep expertise on particular domains Manage a team with a blend of associates and third party engineers, and ensure effective oversight of the relevant third parties within the domain. Seek and share the context of the wider organisation, its purpose, commitments and opportunities to enable and engage your team with customer and organisational outcomes Stay up to date with the latest relevant changes in regulation and enterprise process Maintain broad knowledge and awareness of the latest relevant technologies and engineering practices Be a key voice in technical design reviews - ensuring a clear and consistent approach to engineering practices Support the career growth and development of the team What we're looking for You'll have a clear track record of leading large software engineering teams, and a proven track record of driving high performance You'll be able to solve complex challenges across people, process and technology. A high level of intellectual curiosity and comfort with ambiguity is essential. You will have the ability to deep dive on different technology options quickly and provide recommendations on a path forward. You will have excellent critical thinking skills and be able to provide thoughtful and effective counsel to leaders across the business You're passionate about recruiting and developing great engineering talent You'll be able to drive results quickly individually, whilst enabling others through the establishing of clear patterns and practices for engineering teams. You'll possess excellent communication skills, with an ability to adapt and communicate compellingly and with authenticity to any audience (including internal and external stakeholders) You'll be aware of the latest native developments within AWS and have real world experience You'll have an understanding of the latest cybersecurity trends and how they impact engineering practice You'll be able to work within enterprise policies/guidelines while customising to fit the UK to strike the right balance You're comfortable in reaching pragmatic outcomes between short-term and long-term business needs Knowledge of the UK / US regulatory, consumer lending and technology landscapes (preferred) Where and how you'll work This is a permanent position based in our London offices. We have a hybrid working model which gives you flexibility to work from our offices and from home. We're big on collaboration and connection, so you'll be based in our London office 3 days a week on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. What's in it for you Bring us all this - and you'll be well rewarded with a role contributing to the roadmap of an organisation committed to transformation We offer high performers strong and diverse career progression, investing heavily in developing great people through our Capital One University training programmes (and appropriate external providers) Immediate access to our core benefits including pension scheme, bonus, generous holiday entitlement and private medical insurance - with flexible benefits available including season-ticket loans, cycle to work scheme and enhanced parental leave Open-plan workspaces and accessible facilities designed to inspire and support you. Our Nottingham head-office has a fully-serviced gym, subsidised restaurant, mindfulness and music rooms. In London, you can heighten your mood with a run on our rooftop running track or an espresso at the Workshop Coffee café What you should know about how we recruit We pride ourselves on hiring the best people, not the same people. Building diverse and inclusive teams is the right thing to do and the smart thing to do. We want to work with top talent: whoever you are, whatever you look like, wherever you come from. We know it's about what you do, not just what you say. That's why we make our recruitment process fair and accessible. And we offer benefits that attract people at all ages and stages. We also partner with organisations including the Women in Finance and Race At Work Charters, Stonewall and upReach to find people from every walk of life and help them thrive with us. We have a whole host of internal networks and support groups you could be involved i
IT Manager, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Manufacturing, MSP, Azure, Microsoft 365 We're looking for an IT Manager to join an innovative and rapidly growing advanced manufacturing company based just outside of Oxford, as they continue to scale their operations across the UK and internationally. The Role Working in a highly visible and business-critical position, the IT Manager will take ownership of the organisation's IT environment, ensuring it is secure, scalable, and fit for a fast-paced, engineering-led business. This is a varied role combining hands-on technical involvement with strategic responsibility. You'll work closely with an external Managed Service Provider, managing performance and delivery, while also supporting and developing internal IT capabilities. You will play a key role in maintaining and improving infrastructure across multiple sites, while contributing to longer-term IT strategy aligned to business growth. Responsibilities will include overseeing IT infrastructure (servers, networks, endpoints), managing software and vendors (including ERP, CAD, and SaaS systems), ensuring strong cybersecurity practices (including Cyber Essentials Plus), and supporting a wide range of stakeholders across engineering, R&D, and operational teams. This is an excellent opportunity for an IT Manager looking to take ownership of a growing IT function and make a real impact. The Company The IT Manager will be joining a cutting-edge engineering and technology business working at the forefront of advanced manufacturing. With strong investment backing and ambitious growth plans, the company operates across multiple UK sites and has an expanding international presence. The Benefits 25 days holiday + bank holidays Bonus scheme Pension What's Required? Whilst enthusiasm and a proactive, hands-on approach are key, it is hoped that the successful IT Manager will have: Proven experience in an IT Manager / IT Lead role Strong technical background across infrastructure, including Windows Server, Microsoft 365, and Azure Experience managing IT environments across multiple sites Experience working with or managing Managed Service Providers (MSPs) Good understanding of cybersecurity principles and frameworks (e.g., Cyber Essentials Plus) Experience managing software vendors and systems (ERP, CAD, SaaS, etc.) Experience within a manufacturing, engineering, or R&D environment would be highly beneficial. What Next? If you're an IT Manager looking for an exciting new role in a challenging and rewarding environment, then please apply today to learn more! IT Manager, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Manufacturing, MSP, Azure, Microsoft 365 Corriculo Ltd acts as an employment agency and an employment business. ,
May 25, 2026
Full time
IT Manager, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Manufacturing, MSP, Azure, Microsoft 365 We're looking for an IT Manager to join an innovative and rapidly growing advanced manufacturing company based just outside of Oxford, as they continue to scale their operations across the UK and internationally. The Role Working in a highly visible and business-critical position, the IT Manager will take ownership of the organisation's IT environment, ensuring it is secure, scalable, and fit for a fast-paced, engineering-led business. This is a varied role combining hands-on technical involvement with strategic responsibility. You'll work closely with an external Managed Service Provider, managing performance and delivery, while also supporting and developing internal IT capabilities. You will play a key role in maintaining and improving infrastructure across multiple sites, while contributing to longer-term IT strategy aligned to business growth. Responsibilities will include overseeing IT infrastructure (servers, networks, endpoints), managing software and vendors (including ERP, CAD, and SaaS systems), ensuring strong cybersecurity practices (including Cyber Essentials Plus), and supporting a wide range of stakeholders across engineering, R&D, and operational teams. This is an excellent opportunity for an IT Manager looking to take ownership of a growing IT function and make a real impact. The Company The IT Manager will be joining a cutting-edge engineering and technology business working at the forefront of advanced manufacturing. With strong investment backing and ambitious growth plans, the company operates across multiple UK sites and has an expanding international presence. The Benefits 25 days holiday + bank holidays Bonus scheme Pension What's Required? Whilst enthusiasm and a proactive, hands-on approach are key, it is hoped that the successful IT Manager will have: Proven experience in an IT Manager / IT Lead role Strong technical background across infrastructure, including Windows Server, Microsoft 365, and Azure Experience managing IT environments across multiple sites Experience working with or managing Managed Service Providers (MSPs) Good understanding of cybersecurity principles and frameworks (e.g., Cyber Essentials Plus) Experience managing software vendors and systems (ERP, CAD, SaaS, etc.) Experience within a manufacturing, engineering, or R&D environment would be highly beneficial. What Next? If you're an IT Manager looking for an exciting new role in a challenging and rewarding environment, then please apply today to learn more! IT Manager, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Manufacturing, MSP, Azure, Microsoft 365 Corriculo Ltd acts as an employment agency and an employment business. ,
Cyber Security Lead London (City) Financial FinTech £110,000 + Package Hybrid Working We are seeking a technically hands-on Cyber Security Lead / Senior Security Engineer to take ownership of security operations within a high-performance trading and regulated FinTech environment. This role combines hands-on engineering, penetration testing, Linux security, PKI certificate management, and regulator click apply for full job details
May 25, 2026
Full time
Cyber Security Lead London (City) Financial FinTech £110,000 + Package Hybrid Working We are seeking a technically hands-on Cyber Security Lead / Senior Security Engineer to take ownership of security operations within a high-performance trading and regulated FinTech environment. This role combines hands-on engineering, penetration testing, Linux security, PKI certificate management, and regulator click apply for full job details
SOC / Cyber Threat Detection Analyst - SANS/GIAC Cyber Threat Detection Analyst Location: Wokingham, Berkshire (On-site) Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) + excellent benefits & training Security Clearance: Ideally SC Cleared or eligible for SC Role Overview As a Cyber Threat Detection Analyst, you will play a hands-on role within an advanced cyber defence function, focused on proactive threat hunting, adversary behaviour analysis, and high-fidelity threat detection across enterprise environments. This role goes beyond reactive alert handling. You will actively hunt for malicious activity using telemetry, SIEM data, and threat intelligence, develop hypotheses based on MITRE ATT&CK Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), and support incident management and response activities when threats are identified. We are open to experienced SOC Analysts where threat hunting, investigations, and proactive detection have formed a significant part of their role, and who are looking to further develop in a more hunting-led environment. This position is well suited to analysts who enjoy thinking like an attacker, have worked alongside or supported red team or purple team activities, and want to deepen their expertise in threat detection and detection engineering. Skills & Experience We're Seeking Experience in threat hunting, cyber threat detection, SOC, blue team, or cyber defence environments, with ideally around five years hands on experience. Strong hands-on experience using SIEM platforms, including: Microsoft Sentinel (KQL) Splunk (SPL) Elastic Security/Kibana (KQL, ESQL) Practical and operational understanding of MITRE ATT&CK, attacker techniques, and adversary tradecraft Experience working with Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and threat intelligence feeds Solid experience across the security event life cycle, including detection, investigation, and incident management Hands-on experience with EDR/XDR technologies such as Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Carbon Black Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, Firewalls, VPNs, Proxy technologies) Experience analysing telemetry from Windows, Linux, identity, endpoint, and network sources Strong analytical mindset with the ability to clearly communicate findings, impact, and risk Key Responsibilities Conduct proactive threat hunting activities across log, endpoint, and network telemetry to identify suspicious, stealthy, or previously unknown threats Develop and execute hunt hypotheses aligned to MITRE ATT&CK TTPs, adversary behaviours, and emerging threat intelligence Write, refine, and optimise SIEM queries using KQL, SPL, Elastic/ESQL, and Kibana Query Language Perform IOC analysis, enrichment, and validation, integrating internal and external threat intelligence sources Lead investigations from initial detection through scoping, root cause analysis, and impact assessment Support incident management and incident response activities, including containment, remediation, escalation, and lessons learned Collaborate closely with SOC teams, incident responders, red teams, and purple teams to validate detections and improve defensive coverage Contribute to detection logic improvements, use-case development, and continuous enhancement of hunting methodologies Produce clear investigation write-ups, timelines, and recommendations for technical and non-technical stakeholders Security Certifications (Highly Beneficial) SANS/GIAC certifications, including but not limited to: GCIH - Incident Handler GCIA - Intrusion Analyst GCED - Enterprise Defender GCTI - Cyber Threat Intelligence GMON - Continuous Monitoring GDAT - Defending Advanced Threats GCAT - Advanced Threat Intelligence OSCP or equivalent offensive security qualifications Crest certifications, such as: Crest Practitioner Intrusion Analyst (CPIA) Crest Registered Intrusion Analyst (CRIA) Crest Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CCTIA) Crest Certified Blue Team Professional (CCBTP) Microsoft SC-200 or related detection and response certifications Other recognised cyber security or threat intelligence credentials
May 25, 2026
Full time
SOC / Cyber Threat Detection Analyst - SANS/GIAC Cyber Threat Detection Analyst Location: Wokingham, Berkshire (On-site) Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience) + excellent benefits & training Security Clearance: Ideally SC Cleared or eligible for SC Role Overview As a Cyber Threat Detection Analyst, you will play a hands-on role within an advanced cyber defence function, focused on proactive threat hunting, adversary behaviour analysis, and high-fidelity threat detection across enterprise environments. This role goes beyond reactive alert handling. You will actively hunt for malicious activity using telemetry, SIEM data, and threat intelligence, develop hypotheses based on MITRE ATT&CK Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs), and support incident management and response activities when threats are identified. We are open to experienced SOC Analysts where threat hunting, investigations, and proactive detection have formed a significant part of their role, and who are looking to further develop in a more hunting-led environment. This position is well suited to analysts who enjoy thinking like an attacker, have worked alongside or supported red team or purple team activities, and want to deepen their expertise in threat detection and detection engineering. Skills & Experience We're Seeking Experience in threat hunting, cyber threat detection, SOC, blue team, or cyber defence environments, with ideally around five years hands on experience. Strong hands-on experience using SIEM platforms, including: Microsoft Sentinel (KQL) Splunk (SPL) Elastic Security/Kibana (KQL, ESQL) Practical and operational understanding of MITRE ATT&CK, attacker techniques, and adversary tradecraft Experience working with Indicators of Compromise (IOCs) and threat intelligence feeds Solid experience across the security event life cycle, including detection, investigation, and incident management Hands-on experience with EDR/XDR technologies such as Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or Carbon Black Strong knowledge of networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, HTTP/S, Firewalls, VPNs, Proxy technologies) Experience analysing telemetry from Windows, Linux, identity, endpoint, and network sources Strong analytical mindset with the ability to clearly communicate findings, impact, and risk Key Responsibilities Conduct proactive threat hunting activities across log, endpoint, and network telemetry to identify suspicious, stealthy, or previously unknown threats Develop and execute hunt hypotheses aligned to MITRE ATT&CK TTPs, adversary behaviours, and emerging threat intelligence Write, refine, and optimise SIEM queries using KQL, SPL, Elastic/ESQL, and Kibana Query Language Perform IOC analysis, enrichment, and validation, integrating internal and external threat intelligence sources Lead investigations from initial detection through scoping, root cause analysis, and impact assessment Support incident management and incident response activities, including containment, remediation, escalation, and lessons learned Collaborate closely with SOC teams, incident responders, red teams, and purple teams to validate detections and improve defensive coverage Contribute to detection logic improvements, use-case development, and continuous enhancement of hunting methodologies Produce clear investigation write-ups, timelines, and recommendations for technical and non-technical stakeholders Security Certifications (Highly Beneficial) SANS/GIAC certifications, including but not limited to: GCIH - Incident Handler GCIA - Intrusion Analyst GCED - Enterprise Defender GCTI - Cyber Threat Intelligence GMON - Continuous Monitoring GDAT - Defending Advanced Threats GCAT - Advanced Threat Intelligence OSCP or equivalent offensive security qualifications Crest certifications, such as: Crest Practitioner Intrusion Analyst (CPIA) Crest Registered Intrusion Analyst (CRIA) Crest Certified Threat Intelligence Analyst (CCTIA) Crest Certified Blue Team Professional (CCBTP) Microsoft SC-200 or related detection and response certifications Other recognised cyber security or threat intelligence credentials
Embedded Software Lead - MedTech Bristol (3-4 days on-site) 75,000 + 20,000- 25,000 bonus + excellent benefits KO2's client is an innovative and fast-growing technology business developing advanced wearable devices within a medically regulated environment. They are now seeking an Embedded Software Medical Lead to play a critical role in shaping the next generation of their products, although being narrowly focused on highly specialised or niche medical systems. This is a leadership position within the R&D function, sitting alongside mechanical leadership and taking ownership of embedded software at a system level. The Opportunity You'll act as the system-level lead across embedded software and hardware, driving design, integration, and validation of both current and next-generation wearable products. This role blends hands-on engineering, technical leadership, and cross-functional collaboration, giving you real influence over product direction without being confined to purely regulatory work. What You'll Be Doing Contribute to early-stage innovation, exploring new technologies in embedded systems and wearable applications Develop proof-of-concepts and functional prototypes Identify risks early and shape product direction through informed engineering decisions Support usability testing and concept validation Lead system design across software and hardware for new product development Own design control, risk management, and verification/validation activities Provide technical oversight and challenge solutions to ensure high-quality delivery Investigate complex technical issues and support resolution of field challenges Drive continuous improvements in performance, reliability, and cost Work closely with quality and cross-functional teams What KO2's client is looking for Strong background in embedded software development (ideally with some hardware exposure) Experience working on physical products (not purely cloud or desktop systems) Background in a regulated environment (medical, safety-critical, or similar preferred, but not overly specialised) Solid understanding of full product lifecycle, from concept through to launch and improvement Experience with design control, testing, and documentation Strong communicator with the ability to lead and influence Technical skills: Experience in C or C++ (or similar embedded languages) Understanding of electronics or hardware integration (beneficial, not essential) Awareness of cybersecurity and safety considerations This role would suit someone who: Wants to step into or continue in a technical leadership role Enjoys working on tangible, real-world products Prefers broad engineering ownership rather than being siloed Has some exposure to regulated environments but doesn't want an overly compliance-heavy role. Salary and Benefits 75,000 base salary On-target bonus of 20,000- 25,000 Strong benefits package A key leadership role in a growing R&D team The opportunity to work on cutting-edge wearable technology with real-world impact If you're an embedded software engineer ready to lead at a systems level-and want to work on innovative wearable products in a collaborative, fast-moving environment-this could be a great next step.
May 25, 2026
Full time
Embedded Software Lead - MedTech Bristol (3-4 days on-site) 75,000 + 20,000- 25,000 bonus + excellent benefits KO2's client is an innovative and fast-growing technology business developing advanced wearable devices within a medically regulated environment. They are now seeking an Embedded Software Medical Lead to play a critical role in shaping the next generation of their products, although being narrowly focused on highly specialised or niche medical systems. This is a leadership position within the R&D function, sitting alongside mechanical leadership and taking ownership of embedded software at a system level. The Opportunity You'll act as the system-level lead across embedded software and hardware, driving design, integration, and validation of both current and next-generation wearable products. This role blends hands-on engineering, technical leadership, and cross-functional collaboration, giving you real influence over product direction without being confined to purely regulatory work. What You'll Be Doing Contribute to early-stage innovation, exploring new technologies in embedded systems and wearable applications Develop proof-of-concepts and functional prototypes Identify risks early and shape product direction through informed engineering decisions Support usability testing and concept validation Lead system design across software and hardware for new product development Own design control, risk management, and verification/validation activities Provide technical oversight and challenge solutions to ensure high-quality delivery Investigate complex technical issues and support resolution of field challenges Drive continuous improvements in performance, reliability, and cost Work closely with quality and cross-functional teams What KO2's client is looking for Strong background in embedded software development (ideally with some hardware exposure) Experience working on physical products (not purely cloud or desktop systems) Background in a regulated environment (medical, safety-critical, or similar preferred, but not overly specialised) Solid understanding of full product lifecycle, from concept through to launch and improvement Experience with design control, testing, and documentation Strong communicator with the ability to lead and influence Technical skills: Experience in C or C++ (or similar embedded languages) Understanding of electronics or hardware integration (beneficial, not essential) Awareness of cybersecurity and safety considerations This role would suit someone who: Wants to step into or continue in a technical leadership role Enjoys working on tangible, real-world products Prefers broad engineering ownership rather than being siloed Has some exposure to regulated environments but doesn't want an overly compliance-heavy role. Salary and Benefits 75,000 base salary On-target bonus of 20,000- 25,000 Strong benefits package A key leadership role in a growing R&D team The opportunity to work on cutting-edge wearable technology with real-world impact If you're an embedded software engineer ready to lead at a systems level-and want to work on innovative wearable products in a collaborative, fast-moving environment-this could be a great next step.
