Technical Pre-Sales Consultant - Cyber Security & Defence Southern UK / Home-Based with Customer Site Travel 90,000 - 120,000 + Excellent Benefits Applause IT are recruiting for a Technical Pre-Sales Consultant to join a specialist cyber security and secure information exchange technology organisation delivering solutions across defence, government and critical national infrastructure environments. This is a highly customer-facing technical consultancy role focused on supporting business development, solution design and secure technology programmes within complex cyber security environments. The successful candidate will act as a trusted technical advisor, working closely with customers, Government Contractor Primes, solution architects and internal engineering teams to shape secure technical solutions, define requirements and support future programme growth. This role would suit an experienced Technical Consultant, Solutions Architect, Pre-Sales Consultant or Cyber Security Consultant with strong stakeholder engagement skills and experience within secure government, defence or cyber security environments. The Role Engage directly with customers, SROs, solution architects and key technical stakeholders Support technical pre-sales activities across secure cyber security programmes Capture business and technical requirements and contribute towards bids, proposals and solution designs Design high-level solution architectures and technical specifications Support interoperability, integration and secure technology delivery programmes Provide technical guidance across Nexor products, services and security solutions Work closely with engineering and product teams to shape customer solutions Support accreditation and information assurance activities within secure environments Build strong relationships with customers, primes and industry stakeholders Contribute towards market intelligence, competitor analysis and customer feedback Support customer presentations, technical workshops and business development activities Skills & Experience Required Previous experience within Technical Pre-Sales, Solution Architecture, Technical Consultancy or Cyber Security Consultancy roles Strong customer-facing and stakeholder engagement skills Experience designing solution architectures and translating requirements into technical solutions Good understanding of Cyber Security, secure systems and ICT technologies Knowledge of networking technologies including VLANs, subnetting and fibre networks Experience with cloud infrastructure technologies across public and private cloud environments Experience supporting bids, proposals and technical solution development Understanding of security standards, information assurance and accreditation activities Strong written, verbal and presentation skills Experience working within Agile environments Highly Desirable MOD, defence, government or security-cleared environment experience SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain clearance Experience working with Government Contractor Primes Knowledge of secure interoperability or information exchange technologies Cyber security architecture or secure systems integration experience What's in it for you? Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cyber security and defence programmes Highly collaborative technical environment Customer-facing strategic consultancy role Home-based flexibility with varied customer engagement Long-term career progression within a growing secure technology business This is an excellent opportunity for a technically credible consultant who enjoys customer engagement, solution design and working within complex secure environments. If this role sounds like a strong fit for your background, click APPLY NOW for immediate consideration. Technical Pre-Sales Consultant - Cyber Security & Defence - Southern UK / Home-Based with Customer Site Travel - 90,000 - 120,000 + Excellent Benefits
May 19, 2026
Full time
Technical Pre-Sales Consultant - Cyber Security & Defence Southern UK / Home-Based with Customer Site Travel 90,000 - 120,000 + Excellent Benefits Applause IT are recruiting for a Technical Pre-Sales Consultant to join a specialist cyber security and secure information exchange technology organisation delivering solutions across defence, government and critical national infrastructure environments. This is a highly customer-facing technical consultancy role focused on supporting business development, solution design and secure technology programmes within complex cyber security environments. The successful candidate will act as a trusted technical advisor, working closely with customers, Government Contractor Primes, solution architects and internal engineering teams to shape secure technical solutions, define requirements and support future programme growth. This role would suit an experienced Technical Consultant, Solutions Architect, Pre-Sales Consultant or Cyber Security Consultant with strong stakeholder engagement skills and experience within secure government, defence or cyber security environments. The Role Engage directly with customers, SROs, solution architects and key technical stakeholders Support technical pre-sales activities across secure cyber security programmes Capture business and technical requirements and contribute towards bids, proposals and solution designs Design high-level solution architectures and technical specifications Support interoperability, integration and secure technology delivery programmes Provide technical guidance across Nexor products, services and security solutions Work closely with engineering and product teams to shape customer solutions Support accreditation and information assurance activities within secure environments Build strong relationships with customers, primes and industry stakeholders Contribute towards market intelligence, competitor analysis and customer feedback Support customer presentations, technical workshops and business development activities Skills & Experience Required Previous experience within Technical Pre-Sales, Solution Architecture, Technical Consultancy or Cyber Security Consultancy roles Strong customer-facing and stakeholder engagement skills Experience designing solution architectures and translating requirements into technical solutions Good understanding of Cyber Security, secure systems and ICT technologies Knowledge of networking technologies including VLANs, subnetting and fibre networks Experience with cloud infrastructure technologies across public and private cloud environments Experience supporting bids, proposals and technical solution development Understanding of security standards, information assurance and accreditation activities Strong written, verbal and presentation skills Experience working within Agile environments Highly Desirable MOD, defence, government or security-cleared environment experience SC Clearance or eligibility to obtain clearance Experience working with Government Contractor Primes Knowledge of secure interoperability or information exchange technologies Cyber security architecture or secure systems integration experience What's in it for you? Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cyber security and defence programmes Highly collaborative technical environment Customer-facing strategic consultancy role Home-based flexibility with varied customer engagement Long-term career progression within a growing secure technology business This is an excellent opportunity for a technically credible consultant who enjoys customer engagement, solution design and working within complex secure environments. If this role sounds like a strong fit for your background, click APPLY NOW for immediate consideration. Technical Pre-Sales Consultant - Cyber Security & Defence - Southern UK / Home-Based with Customer Site Travel - 90,000 - 120,000 + Excellent Benefits
650 - 750 per day (Inside IR35) Hybrid - 2-3 days on-site6-month initial contract (likely extension)Location: Birmingham (You must be able to travel to Birmingham for on-site work 2-3 days) We're working with a government client seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Manager to lead and mature their operational security capability across a modern hybrid estate.This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll combine technical depth with stakeholder engagement, driving security operations, incident response, and continuous improvement across infrastructure, cloud, and workplace environments. The Role You'll take ownership of cybersecurity operations, leading a small engineering team and working closely with an outsourced SOC/MSSP to ensure robust monitoring, response, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities Leading technical incident response (containment, eradication, recovery) and post-incident analysis Owning and improving security controls across endpoints, identity, networks, and cloud platforms Driving vulnerability management, patching, and remediation to agreed SLAs Managing SOC performance, alert triage, escalation, and threat intelligence integration Enforcing Identity & Access Management (IAM) policies, including conditional access and privileged access controls Leading disaster recovery planning and cyber incident readiness exercises Overseeing penetration testing and ensuring timely remediation of findings Providing audit and compliance evidence (e.g., ISO 27001, PCI DSS, CE+) Essential experience: Strong background in cybersecurity operations within complex environments Proven experience leading incident response and remediation activity Expertise in Microsoft 365 / Azure security and hybrid cloud environments Experience operating security tooling (EDR, SIEM, firewalls, identity platforms) at scale Solid understanding of frameworks such as ISO 27001, NCSC guidance, NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK Experience managing suppliers, SOC providers, and technical teams Desirable: Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, AZ-500, SC-200) Cyber Secu ty Manager PDF Experience working in Agile / DevOps environments Previous exposure to regulated or public sector environments What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
May 19, 2026
Contractor
650 - 750 per day (Inside IR35) Hybrid - 2-3 days on-site6-month initial contract (likely extension)Location: Birmingham (You must be able to travel to Birmingham for on-site work 2-3 days) We're working with a government client seeking an experienced Cybersecurity Manager to lead and mature their operational security capability across a modern hybrid estate.This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll combine technical depth with stakeholder engagement, driving security operations, incident response, and continuous improvement across infrastructure, cloud, and workplace environments. The Role You'll take ownership of cybersecurity operations, leading a small engineering team and working closely with an outsourced SOC/MSSP to ensure robust monitoring, response, and continuous improvement. Responsibilities Leading technical incident response (containment, eradication, recovery) and post-incident analysis Owning and improving security controls across endpoints, identity, networks, and cloud platforms Driving vulnerability management, patching, and remediation to agreed SLAs Managing SOC performance, alert triage, escalation, and threat intelligence integration Enforcing Identity & Access Management (IAM) policies, including conditional access and privileged access controls Leading disaster recovery planning and cyber incident readiness exercises Overseeing penetration testing and ensuring timely remediation of findings Providing audit and compliance evidence (e.g., ISO 27001, PCI DSS, CE+) Essential experience: Strong background in cybersecurity operations within complex environments Proven experience leading incident response and remediation activity Expertise in Microsoft 365 / Azure security and hybrid cloud environments Experience operating security tooling (EDR, SIEM, firewalls, identity platforms) at scale Solid understanding of frameworks such as ISO 27001, NCSC guidance, NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK Experience managing suppliers, SOC providers, and technical teams Desirable: Relevant certifications (e.g. CISSP, CISM, AZ-500, SC-200) Cyber Secu ty Manager PDF Experience working in Agile / DevOps environments Previous exposure to regulated or public sector environments What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
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 (see below). Know someone great? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply).
May 19, 2026
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 (see below). Know someone great? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply).
IT Project Engineer Our client is currently recruiting an experienced IT Project Engineer to join them on a hybrid model. They are currently adding to their existing Infrastructure Project Team due to their successful business growth. This hands-on technical infrastructure design and project delivery role is vital for them. They are looking for the right person to come and add their experience to their forward thinking, innovative and dynamic team. In return they will provide training and support to develop your career, helping you reach your potential. There will be expected travel with this role. Benefits of working for our client: A competitive salary. Training opportunities set out with a clear training structure. Progressive working environment with access to voice your opinions to decision makers. Your birthday off. Flexi health plan cover and access to a range of Health Benefits. IT purchasing scheme. Company pension. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Join a Trusted Partner for Transformative Managed Technology Experts in Managed IT, Cyber Security and Communications solutions, our client 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, their in-house teams tailor their services to suit every client s unique requirement and drive business growth. Through comprehensive offerings, broad technical knowledge and excellent customer service, they ensure your business-critical IT and Communications systems work seamlessly in the background, unleashing you to fulfil your targets. Duties and Responsibilities of our client s IT Project Engineer As our client s IT Project Engineer your role will be working on secure and complex projects, developing and supporting multiple internal and cloud-based infrastructures. You will be working closely with the Project Managers, Account Managers, and Technical Consultants, ensuring successful delivery of their bespoke projects to their clients in a timely and professional manner. You will also utilise your attention to detail to create procedural documentation for use by supporting colleagues. Technical Skills Direct experience in a few of the following areas are required: Windows Server 2008R2 2022 Active Directory / GPO Exchange/Office365 VMware ESXi 6.0-7.0 including vCentre Citrix XenApp 7.15LTSR and above and NetScalers Microsoft Azure Networking Cisco and HPE Aruba SANs Ideally NetApp WiFi Meraki and Unifi Backups Veeam, MSP Backup and Datto Security AV, MFA, NPS, Password polices and GPO lockdown Previous Experience: Strong infrastructure and networking skills and experience. You will be at ease troubleshooting and resolving issues in reference environments and on live systems, as well as comfortable documenting, testing, implementing and supporting changes following on from an approved change control process. Previous ownership of projects throughout their entire lifecycle ensuring all targets are met. Strong experience of working with internal and external teams to the most professional standards.
May 19, 2026
Full time
IT Project Engineer Our client is currently recruiting an experienced IT Project Engineer to join them on a hybrid model. They are currently adding to their existing Infrastructure Project Team due to their successful business growth. This hands-on technical infrastructure design and project delivery role is vital for them. They are looking for the right person to come and add their experience to their forward thinking, innovative and dynamic team. In return they will provide training and support to develop your career, helping you reach your potential. There will be expected travel with this role. Benefits of working for our client: A competitive salary. Training opportunities set out with a clear training structure. Progressive working environment with access to voice your opinions to decision makers. Your birthday off. Flexi health plan cover and access to a range of Health Benefits. IT purchasing scheme. Company pension. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Join a Trusted Partner for Transformative Managed Technology Experts in Managed IT, Cyber Security and Communications solutions, our client 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, their in-house teams tailor their services to suit every client s unique requirement and drive business growth. Through comprehensive offerings, broad technical knowledge and excellent customer service, they ensure your business-critical IT and Communications systems work seamlessly in the background, unleashing you to fulfil your targets. Duties and Responsibilities of our client s IT Project Engineer As our client s IT Project Engineer your role will be working on secure and complex projects, developing and supporting multiple internal and cloud-based infrastructures. You will be working closely with the Project Managers, Account Managers, and Technical Consultants, ensuring successful delivery of their bespoke projects to their clients in a timely and professional manner. You will also utilise your attention to detail to create procedural documentation for use by supporting colleagues. Technical Skills Direct experience in a few of the following areas are required: Windows Server 2008R2 2022 Active Directory / GPO Exchange/Office365 VMware ESXi 6.0-7.0 including vCentre Citrix XenApp 7.15LTSR and above and NetScalers Microsoft Azure Networking Cisco and HPE Aruba SANs Ideally NetApp WiFi Meraki and Unifi Backups Veeam, MSP Backup and Datto Security AV, MFA, NPS, Password polices and GPO lockdown Previous Experience: Strong infrastructure and networking skills and experience. You will be at ease troubleshooting and resolving issues in reference environments and on live systems, as well as comfortable documenting, testing, implementing and supporting changes following on from an approved change control process. Previous ownership of projects throughout their entire lifecycle ensuring all targets are met. Strong experience of working with internal and external teams to the most professional standards.
Education Solutions Consultant Location: Hybrid, with travel to education sites across the UK Working pattern: 2 to 3 days per week from home Role type: Permanent About the company Our client is a fast-growing UK technology group providing managed IT services, cloud, infrastructure, cyber security, communications, and business technology solutions. The business has a strong reputation within the education sector, supporting schools, academies, and Multi-Academy Trusts with secure, scalable, and reliable IT solutions. MFK Recruitment has recruited 46 IT professionals across the group over the past six years, with 31 still employed within the company , reflecting the progression, stability, and long-term opportunities available. The role We are looking for an experienced and technically strong Education Solutions Consultant to design, scope, and support the delivery of technology solutions for schools and Multi-Academy Trusts across the UK. This is a senior technical role sitting between consultancy, pre-sales, solution design, and delivery oversight. It is not purely pre-sales and not purely hands-on delivery. You will take ownership of the technical solution from discovery and design through to high-level delivery oversight and technical sign-off. The successful candidate will ideally have held a senior IT role within education, such as IT Manager, Network Manager, Senior Network Manager, Head of IT, or Education IT Consultant . You will understand how IT operates within schools, academies, or trusts, and be confident engaging with senior stakeholders, internal technical teams, and customers. The role is hybrid, with 2 to 3 days per week from home. You will need a full UK driving licence, access to your own car, and the ability to travel to different education sites across the UK. Key responsibilities Design technical solutions for schools, academies, and Multi-Academy Trusts Lead technical discovery sessions with customers and stakeholders Review existing customer environments and provide roadmap recommendations Produce high-level solution designs, implementation scopes, and technical recommendations Ensure solutions are secure, scalable, supportable, and commercially viable Align solutions with DfE Digital and Technology Standards, Cyber Essentials, GDPR, safeguarding considerations, and security best practice Support Sales and Account Management teams with tenders, bids, workshops, presentations, and technical discussions Translate customer requirements into deliverable technical solutions Assist with technical quotations and bill of materials Provide high-level oversight during implementation projects Work with Project Engineers and Project Managers to ensure technical delivery quality Act as an escalation point for complex deployments Perform technical sign-off on completed solutions Ensure solutions can be supported by Service Desk and Managed Services teams Produce and maintain solution designs, network diagrams, migration plans, technical standards, and implementation documentation Skills and experience required Previous senior IT experience within the education sector Background as an IT Manager, Network Manager, Senior Network Manager, Head of IT, Education IT Consultant, or similar Strong understanding of school, academy, or Multi-Academy Trust IT environments Experience designing, managing, or improving IT solutions across education sites Strong technical knowledge across networking, infrastructure, cloud, security, and end-user computing Good knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure, Active Directory, Intune, Windows Server, networking, firewalls, wireless, switches, VLANs, and site connectivity Understanding of cyber security requirements within education Ability to engage confidently with school leaders, business managers, IT teams, and technical stakeholders Experience creating technical documentation, scopes, designs, or project recommendations Strong written and verbal communication skills Full UK driving licence, own car, and willingness to travel across the UK Desirable experience Experience working for an education-focused MSP Knowledge of DfE Digital and Technology Standards Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus knowledge Experience supporting tenders, bids, or technical presentations Microsoft, networking, cyber security, or cloud certifications Experience with cloud migrations, wireless refreshes, server upgrades, security improvements, or wider infrastructure projects Personal attributes The successful candidate will be technically strong, consultative, and confident working with education customers. You will understand the pressures and priorities within schools and trusts, and be able to design practical technology solutions that improve reliability, security, and user experience. You will be comfortable speaking with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, explaining recommendations clearly, and taking ownership of the technical solution from discovery through to sign-off. Why apply? Senior education-focused technology consultancy role Hybrid working, with 2 to 3 days per week from home Opportunity to work with schools, academies, and Multi-Academy Trusts across the UK Broad role covering solution design, consultancy, pre-sales, and delivery oversight Excellent progression opportunities within a growing UK technology group MFK Recruitment has placed 46 IT professionals across the group in the past six years, with 31 still with the business
May 19, 2026
Full time
Education Solutions Consultant Location: Hybrid, with travel to education sites across the UK Working pattern: 2 to 3 days per week from home Role type: Permanent About the company Our client is a fast-growing UK technology group providing managed IT services, cloud, infrastructure, cyber security, communications, and business technology solutions. The business has a strong reputation within the education sector, supporting schools, academies, and Multi-Academy Trusts with secure, scalable, and reliable IT solutions. MFK Recruitment has recruited 46 IT professionals across the group over the past six years, with 31 still employed within the company , reflecting the progression, stability, and long-term opportunities available. The role We are looking for an experienced and technically strong Education Solutions Consultant to design, scope, and support the delivery of technology solutions for schools and Multi-Academy Trusts across the UK. This is a senior technical role sitting between consultancy, pre-sales, solution design, and delivery oversight. It is not purely pre-sales and not purely hands-on delivery. You will take ownership of the technical solution from discovery and design through to high-level delivery oversight and technical sign-off. The successful candidate will ideally have held a senior IT role within education, such as IT Manager, Network Manager, Senior Network Manager, Head of IT, or Education IT Consultant . You will understand how IT operates within schools, academies, or trusts, and be confident engaging with senior stakeholders, internal technical teams, and customers. The role is hybrid, with 2 to 3 days per week from home. You will need a full UK driving licence, access to your own car, and the ability to travel to different education sites across the UK. Key responsibilities Design technical solutions for schools, academies, and Multi-Academy Trusts Lead technical discovery sessions with customers and stakeholders Review existing customer environments and provide roadmap recommendations Produce high-level solution designs, implementation scopes, and technical recommendations Ensure solutions are secure, scalable, supportable, and commercially viable Align solutions with DfE Digital and Technology Standards, Cyber Essentials, GDPR, safeguarding considerations, and security best practice Support Sales and Account Management teams with tenders, bids, workshops, presentations, and technical discussions Translate customer requirements into deliverable technical solutions Assist with technical quotations and bill of materials Provide high-level oversight during implementation projects Work with Project Engineers and Project Managers to ensure technical delivery quality Act as an escalation point for complex deployments Perform technical sign-off on completed solutions Ensure solutions can be supported by Service Desk and Managed Services teams Produce and maintain solution designs, network diagrams, migration plans, technical standards, and implementation documentation Skills and experience required Previous senior IT experience within the education sector Background as an IT Manager, Network Manager, Senior Network Manager, Head of IT, Education IT Consultant, or similar Strong understanding of school, academy, or Multi-Academy Trust IT environments Experience designing, managing, or improving IT solutions across education sites Strong technical knowledge across networking, infrastructure, cloud, security, and end-user computing Good knowledge of Microsoft 365, Azure, Active Directory, Intune, Windows Server, networking, firewalls, wireless, switches, VLANs, and site connectivity Understanding of cyber security requirements within education Ability to engage confidently with school leaders, business managers, IT teams, and technical stakeholders Experience creating technical documentation, scopes, designs, or project recommendations Strong written and verbal communication skills Full UK driving licence, own car, and willingness to travel across the UK Desirable experience Experience working for an education-focused MSP Knowledge of DfE Digital and Technology Standards Cyber Essentials or Cyber Essentials Plus knowledge Experience supporting tenders, bids, or technical presentations Microsoft, networking, cyber security, or cloud certifications Experience with cloud migrations, wireless refreshes, server upgrades, security improvements, or wider infrastructure projects Personal attributes The successful candidate will be technically strong, consultative, and confident working with education customers. You will understand the pressures and priorities within schools and trusts, and be able to design practical technology solutions that improve reliability, security, and user experience. You will be comfortable speaking with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, explaining recommendations clearly, and taking ownership of the technical solution from discovery through to sign-off. Why apply? Senior education-focused technology consultancy role Hybrid working, with 2 to 3 days per week from home Opportunity to work with schools, academies, and Multi-Academy Trusts across the UK Broad role covering solution design, consultancy, pre-sales, and delivery oversight Excellent progression opportunities within a growing UK technology group MFK Recruitment has placed 46 IT professionals across the group in the past six years, with 31 still with the business
In-scope technologies/products: Google Cloud Agentic Product suite including but not limited to: ADK, Agent Engine, Customer Experience Next Gen, Text to Speech, Speech to Text, Graph Databases, LLMs, Model Armour, MCP, A2A. Skillsets required: Technical Expertise: Extensive understanding of software development principles with experience of designing highly observable and scalable solutions. Proficient in Node.js, React, Next.js and experience of Python. Knowledge of API development, automation, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (eg Terraform). Experience of Cyber Security and techniques to ensure resilient applications. Source Code Management: Deep understanding of Git and managing change within a source code management system. Integration Tools and Cloud Infrastructure: Significant experience with integration tools and cloud infrastructure (GCP). Hands-on experience with cloud-native architecture and containerisation technologies (eg Kubernetes, Docker) - knowledge & experience of Helm is an additional advantage. An understanding of networking - preferably including a mixture of public cloud and on-premise infrastructure. Agile Development: Strong knowledge of agile development practices, continuous integration and test automation. Experience of timely delivery by managing tasks and priorities effectively. Scope of services: Solution Design and System Integration: Lead the design and development of robust software solutions using modern engineering techniques across GCP and Microsoft Azure stacks, aligned with Enterprise Architecture and Business Design strategy Thought Leadership: A trusted advisor to a network of colleagues and professionals within and outside the Organisation. Uses experience to provide valuable insights, strategic thoughts and encourage problem-solving. Manage a complex set of constraints and opportunities: Creating and maintaining a blueprint for organising and communicating the Lab technology change agenda Promote Adoption of Modern Software Engineering Practices: Including DevOps, CI/CD, Cloud computing Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to shape high-quality and innovative products, ensuring alignment with business goals. Acting as an advocate for technology design and robust solution governance across the Lab Delivering Design Outputs: Such as Minimum Viable Designs and architecture decisions via formal governance processes Agile Methodologies: Champion agile development practices, including continuous integration and test automation.
May 19, 2026
Contractor
In-scope technologies/products: Google Cloud Agentic Product suite including but not limited to: ADK, Agent Engine, Customer Experience Next Gen, Text to Speech, Speech to Text, Graph Databases, LLMs, Model Armour, MCP, A2A. Skillsets required: Technical Expertise: Extensive understanding of software development principles with experience of designing highly observable and scalable solutions. Proficient in Node.js, React, Next.js and experience of Python. Knowledge of API development, automation, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools (eg Terraform). Experience of Cyber Security and techniques to ensure resilient applications. Source Code Management: Deep understanding of Git and managing change within a source code management system. Integration Tools and Cloud Infrastructure: Significant experience with integration tools and cloud infrastructure (GCP). Hands-on experience with cloud-native architecture and containerisation technologies (eg Kubernetes, Docker) - knowledge & experience of Helm is an additional advantage. An understanding of networking - preferably including a mixture of public cloud and on-premise infrastructure. Agile Development: Strong knowledge of agile development practices, continuous integration and test automation. Experience of timely delivery by managing tasks and priorities effectively. Scope of services: Solution Design and System Integration: Lead the design and development of robust software solutions using modern engineering techniques across GCP and Microsoft Azure stacks, aligned with Enterprise Architecture and Business Design strategy Thought Leadership: A trusted advisor to a network of colleagues and professionals within and outside the Organisation. Uses experience to provide valuable insights, strategic thoughts and encourage problem-solving. Manage a complex set of constraints and opportunities: Creating and maintaining a blueprint for organising and communicating the Lab technology change agenda Promote Adoption of Modern Software Engineering Practices: Including DevOps, CI/CD, Cloud computing Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams to shape high-quality and innovative products, ensuring alignment with business goals. Acting as an advocate for technology design and robust solution governance across the Lab Delivering Design Outputs: Such as Minimum Viable Designs and architecture decisions via formal governance processes Agile Methodologies: Champion agile development practices, including continuous integration and test automation.
IT Field Engineer Location: Manchester Salary: £35,000 Hours: 37.5 hours per week Role type: Permanent About the company Our client is a fast-growing UK technology group providing managed IT services, cloud solutions, infrastructure support, cyber security, communications, and business technology services to a varied client base. The business has grown significantly over recent years and offers excellent long-term career development. MFK Recruitment has recruited 46 IT professionals across the group over the past six years, with 31 still employed within the company , which is a strong reflection of the career progression, stability, and opportunities available. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced IT Field Engineer who enjoys working with a broad range of technologies, visiting customer sites, supporting projects, and being part of a collaborative technical team. The role The IT Field Engineer will provide both on-site and remote technical support to clients across the UK. You will be responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting IT systems, hardware, software, networking equipment, and cloud-based services. The role will involve regular travel to customer sites, supporting reactive technical issues, planned project work, system rollouts, migrations, infrastructure upgrades, and new site setups. When not working in the field, you will support the service desk with escalated tickets and remote troubleshooting. This role would suit someone who is technically strong, customer-focused, organised, and comfortable working across both support and project environments. Key responsibilities Provide on-site technical support to clients across the UK Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot IT hardware, software, networks, and infrastructure Support IT projects including migrations, deployments, upgrades, office moves, and new site setups Work closely with senior engineers, project teams, and service desk colleagues Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, server, cloud, and network issues Provide 1st and 2nd line support when required Assist with escalated service desk tickets when not attending customer sites Support Microsoft 365, Azure, Active Directory, Windows Server, and endpoint environments Troubleshoot networking technologies including TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls, and wireless networks Support firewall technologies such as Fortinet, Cisco, SonicWall, or WatchGuard Support backup and recovery solutions, including Veeam and Azure Backup Assist with virtualisation platforms including VMware, Hyper-V, AVD, and RDS Maintain accurate documentation, ticket updates, and technical records Deliver excellent customer service and clear communication at all times Identify recurring issues and recommend long-term improvements Manage workload effectively across travel, project work, and support responsibilities Skills and experience required Minimum of three years' experience in a similar IT support, field engineer, or infrastructure support role Previous MSP experience or experience in a customer-focused technical support environment Strong knowledge of Microsoft technologies including Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows, Active Directory, Group Policy, and Windows Server Good all-round infrastructure knowledge across networking, servers, endpoints, cloud, and security Experience troubleshooting PCs, servers, printers, scanners, switches, firewalls, and networked devices Good understanding of cyber security technologies such as firewalls, web filtering, endpoint protection, and recovery solutions Experience with backup solutions such as Veeam Experience with VMware and/or Hyper-V Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to take ownership of user issues and work proactively Full clean UK driving licence Willingness to travel to customer sites across the UK Desirable experience Microsoft certifications in Azure, Microsoft 365, or related technologies VMware VCP Citrix experience Veeam certifications or strong Veeam experience Experience supporting Apple Mac environments Experience working on cloud migrations, infrastructure upgrades, and larger IT projects Personal attributes The successful candidate will be a technology enthusiast who enjoys solving problems and working with people. You will be approachable, organised, and able to work both independently and as part of a wider technical team. You will be someone who takes pride in delivering excellent customer service, enjoys learning new technologies, and wants to build a long-term career within a growing technology business. Why apply? Join a growing UK technology group with strong career development opportunities Work across a wide range of technologies, clients, and projects Excellent progression opportunities within the wider group Stable and supportive working environment MFK Recruitment has placed 46 IT professionals across the group in the past six years, with 31 still with the business Opportunity to develop technically across cloud, infrastructure, networking, cyber security, and project delivery
May 19, 2026
Full time
IT Field Engineer Location: Manchester Salary: £35,000 Hours: 37.5 hours per week Role type: Permanent About the company Our client is a fast-growing UK technology group providing managed IT services, cloud solutions, infrastructure support, cyber security, communications, and business technology services to a varied client base. The business has grown significantly over recent years and offers excellent long-term career development. MFK Recruitment has recruited 46 IT professionals across the group over the past six years, with 31 still employed within the company , which is a strong reflection of the career progression, stability, and opportunities available. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced IT Field Engineer who enjoys working with a broad range of technologies, visiting customer sites, supporting projects, and being part of a collaborative technical team. The role The IT Field Engineer will provide both on-site and remote technical support to clients across the UK. You will be responsible for installing, configuring, maintaining, and troubleshooting IT systems, hardware, software, networking equipment, and cloud-based services. The role will involve regular travel to customer sites, supporting reactive technical issues, planned project work, system rollouts, migrations, infrastructure upgrades, and new site setups. When not working in the field, you will support the service desk with escalated tickets and remote troubleshooting. This role would suit someone who is technically strong, customer-focused, organised, and comfortable working across both support and project environments. Key responsibilities Provide on-site technical support to clients across the UK Install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot IT hardware, software, networks, and infrastructure Support IT projects including migrations, deployments, upgrades, office moves, and new site setups Work closely with senior engineers, project teams, and service desk colleagues Diagnose and resolve hardware, software, server, cloud, and network issues Provide 1st and 2nd line support when required Assist with escalated service desk tickets when not attending customer sites Support Microsoft 365, Azure, Active Directory, Windows Server, and endpoint environments Troubleshoot networking technologies including TCP/IP, VLANs, firewalls, and wireless networks Support firewall technologies such as Fortinet, Cisco, SonicWall, or WatchGuard Support backup and recovery solutions, including Veeam and Azure Backup Assist with virtualisation platforms including VMware, Hyper-V, AVD, and RDS Maintain accurate documentation, ticket updates, and technical records Deliver excellent customer service and clear communication at all times Identify recurring issues and recommend long-term improvements Manage workload effectively across travel, project work, and support responsibilities Skills and experience required Minimum of three years' experience in a similar IT support, field engineer, or infrastructure support role Previous MSP experience or experience in a customer-focused technical support environment Strong knowledge of Microsoft technologies including Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows, Active Directory, Group Policy, and Windows Server Good all-round infrastructure knowledge across networking, servers, endpoints, cloud, and security Experience troubleshooting PCs, servers, printers, scanners, switches, firewalls, and networked devices Good understanding of cyber security technologies such as firewalls, web filtering, endpoint protection, and recovery solutions Experience with backup solutions such as Veeam Experience with VMware and/or Hyper-V Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to take ownership of user issues and work proactively Full clean UK driving licence Willingness to travel to customer sites across the UK Desirable experience Microsoft certifications in Azure, Microsoft 365, or related technologies VMware VCP Citrix experience Veeam certifications or strong Veeam experience Experience supporting Apple Mac environments Experience working on cloud migrations, infrastructure upgrades, and larger IT projects Personal attributes The successful candidate will be a technology enthusiast who enjoys solving problems and working with people. You will be approachable, organised, and able to work both independently and as part of a wider technical team. You will be someone who takes pride in delivering excellent customer service, enjoys learning new technologies, and wants to build a long-term career within a growing technology business. Why apply? Join a growing UK technology group with strong career development opportunities Work across a wide range of technologies, clients, and projects Excellent progression opportunities within the wider group Stable and supportive working environment MFK Recruitment has placed 46 IT professionals across the group in the past six years, with 31 still with the business Opportunity to develop technically across cloud, infrastructure, networking, cyber security, and project delivery
Technical Lead Engineer (Full Stack Java / Vue.js) Our client based in Manchester City Centre is currently looking for an experienced Java Technical Lead Engineer to join our growing team, helping to shape and deliver high-quality, end-to-end solutions across their platform. This is a key role where you ll act as the bridge between our Java/Spring backend and Vue.js frontend, taking ownership of feature development from concept through to delivery. You ll play a central part in ensuring seamless integration across the stack, maintaining architectural consistency, and driving best practices across the engineering team. Alongside hands-on development, you ll mentor junior engineers and help elevate the overall technical capability of the team. What you ll be doing: You ll be working across the full stack, leading the design and delivery of new features while ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability. The role requires someone who can take high-level requirements and translate them into clear technical solutions, working closely with both product and engineering teams. Technical environment You ll bring deep expertise in Vue.js and modern frontend development, paired with strong backend experience in Java and the Spring Boot ecosystem (including Data, Security, and MVC). A solid understanding of RESTful API design, SQL/database design, CI/CD pipelines, and AWS is essential. What we re looking for We re looking for someone with 8+ years of experience in software engineering who has a proven track record of leading technical initiatives and mentoring others. You ll be a strong problem-solver and critical thinker, comfortable working from broad requirements and shaping them into robust, scalable solutions. A security-first mindset would be highly beneficial, and any background in cybersecurity would be a significant advantage given the nature of our work. Location & flexibility Preference for candidates based in the North West, but we re open to fully remote candidates. The role includes one week per quarter in our Manchester office to collaborate with the wider team. Benefits: Flexible working Potential share options Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Technical Lead Engineer (Full Stack Java / Vue.js)
May 19, 2026
Full time
Technical Lead Engineer (Full Stack Java / Vue.js) Our client based in Manchester City Centre is currently looking for an experienced Java Technical Lead Engineer to join our growing team, helping to shape and deliver high-quality, end-to-end solutions across their platform. This is a key role where you ll act as the bridge between our Java/Spring backend and Vue.js frontend, taking ownership of feature development from concept through to delivery. You ll play a central part in ensuring seamless integration across the stack, maintaining architectural consistency, and driving best practices across the engineering team. Alongside hands-on development, you ll mentor junior engineers and help elevate the overall technical capability of the team. What you ll be doing: You ll be working across the full stack, leading the design and delivery of new features while ensuring performance, scalability, and reliability. The role requires someone who can take high-level requirements and translate them into clear technical solutions, working closely with both product and engineering teams. Technical environment You ll bring deep expertise in Vue.js and modern frontend development, paired with strong backend experience in Java and the Spring Boot ecosystem (including Data, Security, and MVC). A solid understanding of RESTful API design, SQL/database design, CI/CD pipelines, and AWS is essential. What we re looking for We re looking for someone with 8+ years of experience in software engineering who has a proven track record of leading technical initiatives and mentoring others. You ll be a strong problem-solver and critical thinker, comfortable working from broad requirements and shaping them into robust, scalable solutions. A security-first mindset would be highly beneficial, and any background in cybersecurity would be a significant advantage given the nature of our work. Location & flexibility Preference for candidates based in the North West, but we re open to fully remote candidates. The role includes one week per quarter in our Manchester office to collaborate with the wider team. Benefits: Flexible working Potential share options Interested? Please Click Apply Now! Technical Lead Engineer (Full Stack Java / Vue.js)
About Acora We ve been on a mission to improve end user satisfaction since the day we were founded over 25 years ago. As champions of premium experience-led IT services, it is who we are. We constantly challenge old assumptions and inherited wisdom, and demonstrate there are other, better ways to do things. Based in the UK, with offices globally USA, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Kuala Lumpur and Macedonia, we now provide a huge range of market-leading managed services, Microsoft-centric business software and cloud solutions to over 300 ambitious mid-market organisations. And in response to our customers changing needs, and the growing threats we all face, we ve massively strengthened our well-established cyber security capabilities. Our mission is to unleash the potential of people through amazing IT experiences. Role Description You will be responsible for the planning, installation and documentation of IT systems and networks for larger projects working both at the office and customer sites, whilst ensuring customer communication is upheld. To work under the guidance of the Senior Installations Engineer on project delivery and successful delivery of new products and services. You will be required to instruct/work with fellow team members as well as liaise with customers on projects and financial matters. Activities include but are not limited to, server work, networking, project planning, project management, Office 365 and telephony deployments, collaborating with internal teams whilst understanding customer needs and ensuring successful delivery of projects. Key Responsibilities Case management Delivering project work Attending customer meetings Highlighting and identifying customer improvements to the Account Manager and other departments Key Skills Proven experience working within an internal or outsourced IT department Knowledge of current Microsoft Server Operating Systems Knowledge of Microsoft 365 products Knowledge of firewalls and IPsec tunnels Knowledge of IP-based networks and VLANs Equal Opportunities at Acora Acora is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal opportunities regardless of race or ethnic origin, gender identity, family situation, sexual orientation, disability, religion or age. We hire our people on the basis of qualifications, merit, skills, and business need. Acora is a Level 1 Disability Confident Committed Employer and will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive equitable benefits and all privileges of employment. Please contact us to request any reasonable adjustments. Join us at Acora in creating a workplace where everyone can succeed and make an impact. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
May 19, 2026
Full time
About Acora We ve been on a mission to improve end user satisfaction since the day we were founded over 25 years ago. As champions of premium experience-led IT services, it is who we are. We constantly challenge old assumptions and inherited wisdom, and demonstrate there are other, better ways to do things. Based in the UK, with offices globally USA, South Africa, Sri Lanka, Kuala Lumpur and Macedonia, we now provide a huge range of market-leading managed services, Microsoft-centric business software and cloud solutions to over 300 ambitious mid-market organisations. And in response to our customers changing needs, and the growing threats we all face, we ve massively strengthened our well-established cyber security capabilities. Our mission is to unleash the potential of people through amazing IT experiences. Role Description You will be responsible for the planning, installation and documentation of IT systems and networks for larger projects working both at the office and customer sites, whilst ensuring customer communication is upheld. To work under the guidance of the Senior Installations Engineer on project delivery and successful delivery of new products and services. You will be required to instruct/work with fellow team members as well as liaise with customers on projects and financial matters. Activities include but are not limited to, server work, networking, project planning, project management, Office 365 and telephony deployments, collaborating with internal teams whilst understanding customer needs and ensuring successful delivery of projects. Key Responsibilities Case management Delivering project work Attending customer meetings Highlighting and identifying customer improvements to the Account Manager and other departments Key Skills Proven experience working within an internal or outsourced IT department Knowledge of current Microsoft Server Operating Systems Knowledge of Microsoft 365 products Knowledge of firewalls and IPsec tunnels Knowledge of IP-based networks and VLANs Equal Opportunities at Acora Acora is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal opportunities regardless of race or ethnic origin, gender identity, family situation, sexual orientation, disability, religion or age. We hire our people on the basis of qualifications, merit, skills, and business need. Acora is a Level 1 Disability Confident Committed Employer and will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive equitable benefits and all privileges of employment. Please contact us to request any reasonable adjustments. Join us at Acora in creating a workplace where everyone can succeed and make an impact. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!
Cloud Security Engineer 3-month contract London Outside of IR35 My client is seeking an experienced Cloud Security Engineer to play a key role in strengthening and maturing their cloud security posture across a Microsoft Azure environment. Having recently completed a comprehensive security audit, the organisation is now focused on implementing a series of security recommendations as part of a wider security improvement programme aligned to NIST and ISO27001 frameworks. This role will be instrumental in delivering those improvements and helping shape the future security architecture and governance standards across the business. Required Experience from the Cloud Security Engineer: Proven experience in a Cloud Security Engineer or similar cybersecurity role Strong hands-on experience securing Microsoft Azure environments Experience with Microsoft Security tools in needed for example: Microsoft Entra ID Microsoft Defender Azure Bastion Microsoft Sentinel Microsoft Purview Strong understanding of cloud security best practices and security frameworks Experience implementing security controls following audits or gap assessments Knowledge of NIST and/or ISO27001 Experience with: Conditional Access, Identity & Access Management (IAM), Privileged Access, Management (PAM), SIEM, monitoring, Endpoint security Key Responsibilities of the Cloud Security Engineer: Implement and remediate recommendations identified through recent security audits and assessments Support the organisation s ongoing alignment with NIST and ISO27001 security standards Design, configure, and enhance security controls across the Microsoft Azure estate Manage and optimise Microsoft Azure security tooling Strengthen identity and access management controls across cloud platforms Implement and manage Conditional Access policies and Zero Trust principles Support PAM and IAM initiatives, ensuring least privilege and secure access governance Monitor, investigate, and respond to cloud security incidents and threats The Cloud Security Engineer is required to work hybrid in London for the duration of the contract. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Connor Smal 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 exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment.
May 19, 2026
Contractor
Cloud Security Engineer 3-month contract London Outside of IR35 My client is seeking an experienced Cloud Security Engineer to play a key role in strengthening and maturing their cloud security posture across a Microsoft Azure environment. Having recently completed a comprehensive security audit, the organisation is now focused on implementing a series of security recommendations as part of a wider security improvement programme aligned to NIST and ISO27001 frameworks. This role will be instrumental in delivering those improvements and helping shape the future security architecture and governance standards across the business. Required Experience from the Cloud Security Engineer: Proven experience in a Cloud Security Engineer or similar cybersecurity role Strong hands-on experience securing Microsoft Azure environments Experience with Microsoft Security tools in needed for example: Microsoft Entra ID Microsoft Defender Azure Bastion Microsoft Sentinel Microsoft Purview Strong understanding of cloud security best practices and security frameworks Experience implementing security controls following audits or gap assessments Knowledge of NIST and/or ISO27001 Experience with: Conditional Access, Identity & Access Management (IAM), Privileged Access, Management (PAM), SIEM, monitoring, Endpoint security Key Responsibilities of the Cloud Security Engineer: Implement and remediate recommendations identified through recent security audits and assessments Support the organisation s ongoing alignment with NIST and ISO27001 security standards Design, configure, and enhance security controls across the Microsoft Azure estate Manage and optimise Microsoft Azure security tooling Strengthen identity and access management controls across cloud platforms Implement and manage Conditional Access policies and Zero Trust principles Support PAM and IAM initiatives, ensuring least privilege and secure access governance Monitor, investigate, and respond to cloud security incidents and threats The Cloud Security Engineer is required to work hybrid in London for the duration of the contract. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Connor Smal 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 exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment.
Integration Lead - Secure Digital Platform 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - market rate Reading based - 5 days a week onsite Defence sector - need to be eligible for SC Clearance - current and active SC Cleared already is strongly preferred Role Description The Integration Lead is responsible for leading the technical design, development, and delivery of secure, scalable, and reusable foundational technology services within the Secure Digital Platform. The Integration Lead partners with Delivery Leads, product owners and architects, to lead and manage the technical implementation of platform capabilities and enterprise services to the roadmap planned for each platform. The Integration Lead acts as a hands-on technical leader and subject matter expert, ensuring engineering excellence, operational integrity, and alignment of delivery with enterprise architectural direction and business objectives. Key Responsibilities Provide delivery leadership across the Engineering, Agile team and Test teams to build and maintain reusable and secure platform services aligned with the organisation's technology strategy. Work with the Delivery leads to understand the roadmap of work Work closely with Product Owners / Architects to implement and test the capabilities within the platforms Drive high-quality software engineering practices across the team, including code reviews, test automation, CI/CD pipelines, performance monitoring, and observability. Ensure delivered solutions align with solution designs and security guardrails. Guide teams in the selection and use of modern tools, frameworks, and platforms that optimise development efficiency and operational effectiveness for delivery. Support the development and evolution of the Secure Digital Platform roadmap by identifying technical dependencies, enablers, and delivery risks. Partner with the wider Secure Digital Platform team to establish and enforce standards for infrastructure-as-code, API development, cloud-native services, and integration. Collaborate with cybersecurity, operations, and compliance teams to ensure secure design and adherence to internal and external policies. Act as a technical escalation point for complex engineering issues and support the Engineering, Agile and Test leads to develop and row technical capability within the teams. Contribute to the preparation of delivery-related artefacts such as technical documentation, support handovers, and implementation Runbook. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, experimentation, and feedback within engineering teams. Skills and Experience Essential 5+ years of experience in technical leadership roles within software engineering, infrastructure, or platform development teams Proven experience delivering secure, scalable technology services or platforms in complex enterprise environment Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), container orchestration, and infrastructure automation (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, test automation, and observability tooling Familiarity with platform and product-centric delivery models and agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, SAFe) Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical audiences Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make pragmatic decisions under ambiguity or time constraints Commitment to fostering engineering culture, mentoring others, and growing internal technical capability High ethical standards when handling confidential information Desirable Experience with platform engineering, internal developer platforms (IDPs), or technical enablement teams Experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., Aerospace & Defence, Finance, Critical Infrastructure) Exposure to secure coding practices, threat modelling, and secure-by-design approaches Experience leading hybrid delivery teams (e.g., internal and external/partner teams) Familiarity with ITSM and incident/problem/change/ management in an enterprise context Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
May 19, 2026
Contractor
Integration Lead - Secure Digital Platform 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - market rate Reading based - 5 days a week onsite Defence sector - need to be eligible for SC Clearance - current and active SC Cleared already is strongly preferred Role Description The Integration Lead is responsible for leading the technical design, development, and delivery of secure, scalable, and reusable foundational technology services within the Secure Digital Platform. The Integration Lead partners with Delivery Leads, product owners and architects, to lead and manage the technical implementation of platform capabilities and enterprise services to the roadmap planned for each platform. The Integration Lead acts as a hands-on technical leader and subject matter expert, ensuring engineering excellence, operational integrity, and alignment of delivery with enterprise architectural direction and business objectives. Key Responsibilities Provide delivery leadership across the Engineering, Agile team and Test teams to build and maintain reusable and secure platform services aligned with the organisation's technology strategy. Work with the Delivery leads to understand the roadmap of work Work closely with Product Owners / Architects to implement and test the capabilities within the platforms Drive high-quality software engineering practices across the team, including code reviews, test automation, CI/CD pipelines, performance monitoring, and observability. Ensure delivered solutions align with solution designs and security guardrails. Guide teams in the selection and use of modern tools, frameworks, and platforms that optimise development efficiency and operational effectiveness for delivery. Support the development and evolution of the Secure Digital Platform roadmap by identifying technical dependencies, enablers, and delivery risks. Partner with the wider Secure Digital Platform team to establish and enforce standards for infrastructure-as-code, API development, cloud-native services, and integration. Collaborate with cybersecurity, operations, and compliance teams to ensure secure design and adherence to internal and external policies. Act as a technical escalation point for complex engineering issues and support the Engineering, Agile and Test leads to develop and row technical capability within the teams. Contribute to the preparation of delivery-related artefacts such as technical documentation, support handovers, and implementation Runbook. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, experimentation, and feedback within engineering teams. Skills and Experience Essential 5+ years of experience in technical leadership roles within software engineering, infrastructure, or platform development teams Proven experience delivering secure, scalable technology services or platforms in complex enterprise environment Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), container orchestration, and infrastructure automation (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, test automation, and observability tooling Familiarity with platform and product-centric delivery models and agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, SAFe) Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical audiences Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make pragmatic decisions under ambiguity or time constraints Commitment to fostering engineering culture, mentoring others, and growing internal technical capability High ethical standards when handling confidential information Desirable Experience with platform engineering, internal developer platforms (IDPs), or technical enablement teams Experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., Aerospace & Defence, Finance, Critical Infrastructure) Exposure to secure coding practices, threat modelling, and secure-by-design approaches Experience leading hybrid delivery teams (e.g., internal and external/partner teams) Familiarity with ITSM and incident/problem/change/ management in an enterprise context Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Senior Systems Engineer The Role: As a Senior Systems Engineer at Synoptix you will support the scope and direction of the engineering projects you are working on. In this role, you will engage with external stakeholders at a high level within customer organisations whilst feeding back to the business within engineering management meetings etc. You will have opportunities to enhance your skills and capabilities in line with personal and business objectives. Day to day tasking can include: Delivering technical expertise on a variety of customer projects from air to sub-surface Supporting Systems Engineering activity across the design lifecycle Working with multidisciplinary teams Development of proposals and statements of work Engaging with customer representatives to identify opportunities and seeing them through to delivery Guiding junior engineers in project delivery, where needed Key Skills Required: We are interested in any of the following skills, but they are not essential for you to apply: Concepting Requirements Capture, Management and Analysis Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Systems Integration Verification and Validation Development of SE documentation such as SEMP, ICD, ITEAP Knowledge of supporting toolsets (e.g. DOORs, JAMA, JIRA, Enterprise Architect, Cameo Systems Modeller, Rhapsody, MATLAB, Simulink) Benefits: Annual Company Bonus Based on company performance 25 Days holiday not including bank holidays with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days 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 (BUPA) Job well done scheme Employer assistance scheme 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 19, 2026
Full time
Senior Systems Engineer The Role: As a Senior Systems Engineer at Synoptix you will support the scope and direction of the engineering projects you are working on. In this role, you will engage with external stakeholders at a high level within customer organisations whilst feeding back to the business within engineering management meetings etc. You will have opportunities to enhance your skills and capabilities in line with personal and business objectives. Day to day tasking can include: Delivering technical expertise on a variety of customer projects from air to sub-surface Supporting Systems Engineering activity across the design lifecycle Working with multidisciplinary teams Development of proposals and statements of work Engaging with customer representatives to identify opportunities and seeing them through to delivery Guiding junior engineers in project delivery, where needed Key Skills Required: We are interested in any of the following skills, but they are not essential for you to apply: Concepting Requirements Capture, Management and Analysis Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Systems Integration Verification and Validation Development of SE documentation such as SEMP, ICD, ITEAP Knowledge of supporting toolsets (e.g. DOORs, JAMA, JIRA, Enterprise Architect, Cameo Systems Modeller, Rhapsody, MATLAB, Simulink) Benefits: Annual Company Bonus Based on company performance 25 Days holiday not including bank holidays with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days 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 (BUPA) Job well done scheme Employer assistance scheme 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.
Systems Engineer The Role: As a Systems Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on a number of our projects helping to deliver solutions to our customers. In this role, you will be able to support technical systems engineering work, enhance your project management skillset and be involved in team leadership of junior engineers if this interests you. You will have opportunities to enhance your skills and capabilities in line with personal and business objectives. Day to day tasking can include: Delivering technical expertise on a variety of customer projects from air to sub-surface Supporting Systems Engineering activity across the design lifecycle Working with multidisciplinary teams Contributing to the development of proposals and statements of work Engaging with a range of internal and external stakeholders Key Skills Required: We are interested in any of the following skills, but they are not essential for you to apply: Requirements Capture, Management and Analysis Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Systems Integration Verification and Validation Understanding of various types of SE documentation Knowledge of supporting toolsets (e.g. DOORs, JAMA, JIRA, Enterprise Architect, Cameo Systems Modeller, Rhapsody, MATLAB, Simulink) Benefits: Annual Company Bonus Based on company performance 25 Days holiday not including bank holidays with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days 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 (BUPA) Job well done scheme Employer assistance scheme 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 19, 2026
Full time
Systems Engineer The Role: As a Systems Engineer, you will have the opportunity to work on a number of our projects helping to deliver solutions to our customers. In this role, you will be able to support technical systems engineering work, enhance your project management skillset and be involved in team leadership of junior engineers if this interests you. You will have opportunities to enhance your skills and capabilities in line with personal and business objectives. Day to day tasking can include: Delivering technical expertise on a variety of customer projects from air to sub-surface Supporting Systems Engineering activity across the design lifecycle Working with multidisciplinary teams Contributing to the development of proposals and statements of work Engaging with a range of internal and external stakeholders Key Skills Required: We are interested in any of the following skills, but they are not essential for you to apply: Requirements Capture, Management and Analysis Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Systems Integration Verification and Validation Understanding of various types of SE documentation Knowledge of supporting toolsets (e.g. DOORs, JAMA, JIRA, Enterprise Architect, Cameo Systems Modeller, Rhapsody, MATLAB, Simulink) Benefits: Annual Company Bonus Based on company performance 25 Days holiday not including bank holidays with the option to buy/sell up to 5 days 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 (BUPA) Job well done scheme Employer assistance scheme 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.
Technology Resilience Assurance Manager We are recruiting for a Technology Resilience Assurance Manager to join one of our Insurance clients on a 6-month contract. Inside IR35 Hybrid Responsibilities Implement and ensure alignment with the Technology Resilience strategy across infrastructure and critical services. Support the enhancement and optimisation of ServiceNow and CMDB for Technology Resilience-related artefacts. Develop, maintain, and continuously improve disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity plans aligned to business priorities. Drive the transition from static documentation to practical, testable recovery capabilities. Support the design and implementation of resilient solutions across both cloud and on-premise environments. Embed recovery, redundancy, and fault tolerance into system and service design. Implement and support backup, replication, and failover strategies to enable rapid service restoration. Define and manage Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPO) for critical services. Validate backup integrity, restoration processes, and recovery sequencing to ensure effectiveness. Identify resilience gaps, assess risks, and drive remediation initiatives. Capture insights from testing and incidents, driving continuous improvement in recovery readiness. Develop and maintain clear recovery playbooks and structured documentation for key failure scenarios. Build internal resilience capability and reduce reliance on third-party support. Experience Proven experience within Technology Resilience, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, or Infrastructure Engineering roles. Strong understanding of technology resilience frameworks, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. Experience working across complex IT environments, including cloud and on-premise infrastructure. Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing resilient architectures, including backup, replication, and failover strategies. Proven ability to define and manage RTO/RPO for critical services. Experience conducting disaster recovery testing, failover exercises, and scenario-based resilience simulations. Strong knowledge of ServiceNow and CMDB, particularly in relation to resilience and service mapping. Familiarity with cyber resilience and alignment between DR and security incident response. Strong documentation skills, with the ability to create clear recovery plans, playbooks, and operational procedures. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
May 19, 2026
Contractor
Technology Resilience Assurance Manager We are recruiting for a Technology Resilience Assurance Manager to join one of our Insurance clients on a 6-month contract. Inside IR35 Hybrid Responsibilities Implement and ensure alignment with the Technology Resilience strategy across infrastructure and critical services. Support the enhancement and optimisation of ServiceNow and CMDB for Technology Resilience-related artefacts. Develop, maintain, and continuously improve disaster recovery (DR) and business continuity plans aligned to business priorities. Drive the transition from static documentation to practical, testable recovery capabilities. Support the design and implementation of resilient solutions across both cloud and on-premise environments. Embed recovery, redundancy, and fault tolerance into system and service design. Implement and support backup, replication, and failover strategies to enable rapid service restoration. Define and manage Recovery Time Objectives (RTO) and Recovery Point Objectives (RPO) for critical services. Validate backup integrity, restoration processes, and recovery sequencing to ensure effectiveness. Identify resilience gaps, assess risks, and drive remediation initiatives. Capture insights from testing and incidents, driving continuous improvement in recovery readiness. Develop and maintain clear recovery playbooks and structured documentation for key failure scenarios. Build internal resilience capability and reduce reliance on third-party support. Experience Proven experience within Technology Resilience, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, or Infrastructure Engineering roles. Strong understanding of technology resilience frameworks, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. Experience working across complex IT environments, including cloud and on-premise infrastructure. Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing resilient architectures, including backup, replication, and failover strategies. Proven ability to define and manage RTO/RPO for critical services. Experience conducting disaster recovery testing, failover exercises, and scenario-based resilience simulations. Strong knowledge of ServiceNow and CMDB, particularly in relation to resilience and service mapping. Familiarity with cyber resilience and alignment between DR and security incident response. Strong documentation skills, with the ability to create clear recovery plans, playbooks, and operational procedures. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Overview As part of the Expleo UK Cybersecurity Practice, you will support a key client engagement in Belfast, providing cyber engineering expertise across hardware, embedded systems, and software. This is not an IT-only cybersecurity role; it requires practical experience of developing, assuring and securing engineered solutions across the project lifecycle click apply for full job details
May 19, 2026
Full time
Overview As part of the Expleo UK Cybersecurity Practice, you will support a key client engagement in Belfast, providing cyber engineering expertise across hardware, embedded systems, and software. This is not an IT-only cybersecurity role; it requires practical experience of developing, assuring and securing engineered solutions across the project lifecycle click apply for full job details
Senior Control Systems Engineer London Up to 70k A UK-based systems engineering company is looking for experienced Control Systems Engineers to support the delivery of mission-critical control and communication systems across transport and critical infrastructure environments. This is an opportunity to join a growing engineering team working on complex and highly regulated projects involving PLC and SCADA systems. The role would suit engineers who enjoy technically challenging work, problem-solving, and delivering reliable systems within operational environments. Key Responsibilities Control system design and documentation (specifications, drawings, registers) PLC and SCADA software development (Rockwell and Siemens) Hardware configuration and system integration Factory and site testing and commissioning (FAT, SAT, migrations) On-site implementation and technical support Supporting assurance and requirements traceability activities Experience At least 5 years' experience in control systems engineering Experience delivering PLC and/or SCADA projects Strong communication and problem-solving skills A degree in a STEM subject or equivalent industry experience Experience with IEC 62443 or industrial cybersecurity standards
May 19, 2026
Full time
Senior Control Systems Engineer London Up to 70k A UK-based systems engineering company is looking for experienced Control Systems Engineers to support the delivery of mission-critical control and communication systems across transport and critical infrastructure environments. This is an opportunity to join a growing engineering team working on complex and highly regulated projects involving PLC and SCADA systems. The role would suit engineers who enjoy technically challenging work, problem-solving, and delivering reliable systems within operational environments. Key Responsibilities Control system design and documentation (specifications, drawings, registers) PLC and SCADA software development (Rockwell and Siemens) Hardware configuration and system integration Factory and site testing and commissioning (FAT, SAT, migrations) On-site implementation and technical support Supporting assurance and requirements traceability activities Experience At least 5 years' experience in control systems engineering Experience delivering PLC and/or SCADA projects Strong communication and problem-solving skills A degree in a STEM subject or equivalent industry experience Experience with IEC 62443 or industrial cybersecurity standards
Engineering Lead (Cyber) High-Growth Cybersecurity Scale-Up Fully Remote (UK) Remote - UK Based Up to £100,000 + benefits Permanent - Full time Are you a player-coach who loves diving into hard offensive security problems and equally loves building great teams around you? Lead the Cyber Engineering squad of a research-driven, venture-backed cybersecurity scale-up trusted by Fortune 500 enterprises and critical infrastructure providers. Recognised by Gartner, $29M funded, and scaling fast worldwide. As Engineering Lead (Cyber) you'll architect and scale the offensive security infrastructure behind the platform while leading and growing engineers across the world What you'll be doing: Leading and mentoring the Cyber Engineering team Defining the future direction of the cyber engineering function Architecting the offensive security infrastructure that processes huge volumes of data and identifies enterprise-scale vulnerabilities in real time Driving R&D that pushes offensive security forward, replicating adversary tactics at scale What they're looking for: 5+ years as a hands-on engineering leader - player-coach mindset Track record managing engineers and scaling teams globally Background in an early-stage B2B startup focused on enterprise clients Experience building and deploying offensive security solutions with deep understanding of adversary TTPs Architecting and scaling cloud-based systems for intensive data processing Strong code in Python and Go , at internet-wide scale
May 19, 2026
Full time
Engineering Lead (Cyber) High-Growth Cybersecurity Scale-Up Fully Remote (UK) Remote - UK Based Up to £100,000 + benefits Permanent - Full time Are you a player-coach who loves diving into hard offensive security problems and equally loves building great teams around you? Lead the Cyber Engineering squad of a research-driven, venture-backed cybersecurity scale-up trusted by Fortune 500 enterprises and critical infrastructure providers. Recognised by Gartner, $29M funded, and scaling fast worldwide. As Engineering Lead (Cyber) you'll architect and scale the offensive security infrastructure behind the platform while leading and growing engineers across the world What you'll be doing: Leading and mentoring the Cyber Engineering team Defining the future direction of the cyber engineering function Architecting the offensive security infrastructure that processes huge volumes of data and identifies enterprise-scale vulnerabilities in real time Driving R&D that pushes offensive security forward, replicating adversary tactics at scale What they're looking for: 5+ years as a hands-on engineering leader - player-coach mindset Track record managing engineers and scaling teams globally Background in an early-stage B2B startup focused on enterprise clients Experience building and deploying offensive security solutions with deep understanding of adversary TTPs Architecting and scaling cloud-based systems for intensive data processing Strong code in Python and Go , at internet-wide scale
DevOps Engineer SC cleared Permanent Flexible AWS Terraform SC Cleared At Peregrine, we re always seeking Specialist Talent that have the ideal mix of skills, experience, and attitude, to place with our vast array of clients. From Business Analysts in large government organisations to Software Developers in the private sector we are always in search of the best talent to place, now. The role: We are seeking an SC cleared DevOps Engineer to work as a forward deployed engineer, embedded within the Cyber Capability Unit. The role will support the design, build and deployment of AI powered solutions that strengthen cyber security and fraud prevention capabilities. You will work closely with engineers, product owners and stakeholders to understand operational needs, develop prototypes and deploy secure, reliable solutions within approved platforms and environments. This role directly supports the Cyber Resilience Centre s mission and contributes to the wider security strategy by delivering practical, governed AI solutions that provide measurable operational value. Responsibilities: Cloud and Platform Integration Design and deploy solutions in AWS cloud environments Use infrastructure as code to ensure repeatable and compliant deployments Ensure all solutions meet organisational governance, security and compliance standards CI/CD and Automation Configure, manage and maintain GitLab CI pipelines Automate testing, build and deployment of infrastructure, applications and services Promote best practice DevOps ways of working across environments Testing and Quality Implement unit, integration and performance testing for all components Ensure solutions are reliable, reproducible and stable across releases Support continuous improvement of testing practices Monitoring and Incident Response Implement observability and monitoring tooling Track system performance and detect anomalies Support incident response, troubleshooting and root cause analysis in live environments Collaboration and Delivery Work closely with engineers, analysts and stakeholders Translate requirements into working technical solutions Support deployment, handover and ongoing optimisation of delivered capabilities Skills & Experience: Active SC clearance Strong experience deploying and operating solutions in AWS Infrastructure as code using Terraform CI/CD pipeline development using GitLab CI Experience with monitoring, logging and alerting tools Understanding of secure DevOps practices in regulated environments Experience working with large data stores or big data platforms Desirable skills: Experience supporting AI or data driven platforms Knowledge of cyber security or fraud prevention domains Experience working within government or critical national infrastructure environments About Peregrine We build workforces that deliver tech and change programmes at leading UK organisations. By combining data science from Peregrine Intelligence, our industry-accredited Peregrine Academy, and market-leading attraction and diversity initiatives, we bridge capability gaps at all levels in public and private sector organisations. We work closely with our clients to understand their challenges and deliver flexible, long-term solutions that make a real difference. When you join Peregrine, you become part of a team that s focused on growth, both yours, our clients , and the sectors we support. You ll also get access to a full range of benefits alongside your salary. How Specialist Talent Works As a permanent employee at Peregrine, you ll be part of our Specialist Talent team. That means you ll work on-site or remotely with our clients, supporting them on complex, high-impact projects in Data, Digital and Business Transformation. You ll get the variety and challenge of consultancy work, with the stability and support of a permanent role. You re not a contractor - you re a valued member of our team, with access to all the same benefits, learning opportunities, and community. Find out more: peregrine.global or check out our LinkedIn page: peregrin e- resourcing
May 19, 2026
Full time
DevOps Engineer SC cleared Permanent Flexible AWS Terraform SC Cleared At Peregrine, we re always seeking Specialist Talent that have the ideal mix of skills, experience, and attitude, to place with our vast array of clients. From Business Analysts in large government organisations to Software Developers in the private sector we are always in search of the best talent to place, now. The role: We are seeking an SC cleared DevOps Engineer to work as a forward deployed engineer, embedded within the Cyber Capability Unit. The role will support the design, build and deployment of AI powered solutions that strengthen cyber security and fraud prevention capabilities. You will work closely with engineers, product owners and stakeholders to understand operational needs, develop prototypes and deploy secure, reliable solutions within approved platforms and environments. This role directly supports the Cyber Resilience Centre s mission and contributes to the wider security strategy by delivering practical, governed AI solutions that provide measurable operational value. Responsibilities: Cloud and Platform Integration Design and deploy solutions in AWS cloud environments Use infrastructure as code to ensure repeatable and compliant deployments Ensure all solutions meet organisational governance, security and compliance standards CI/CD and Automation Configure, manage and maintain GitLab CI pipelines Automate testing, build and deployment of infrastructure, applications and services Promote best practice DevOps ways of working across environments Testing and Quality Implement unit, integration and performance testing for all components Ensure solutions are reliable, reproducible and stable across releases Support continuous improvement of testing practices Monitoring and Incident Response Implement observability and monitoring tooling Track system performance and detect anomalies Support incident response, troubleshooting and root cause analysis in live environments Collaboration and Delivery Work closely with engineers, analysts and stakeholders Translate requirements into working technical solutions Support deployment, handover and ongoing optimisation of delivered capabilities Skills & Experience: Active SC clearance Strong experience deploying and operating solutions in AWS Infrastructure as code using Terraform CI/CD pipeline development using GitLab CI Experience with monitoring, logging and alerting tools Understanding of secure DevOps practices in regulated environments Experience working with large data stores or big data platforms Desirable skills: Experience supporting AI or data driven platforms Knowledge of cyber security or fraud prevention domains Experience working within government or critical national infrastructure environments About Peregrine We build workforces that deliver tech and change programmes at leading UK organisations. By combining data science from Peregrine Intelligence, our industry-accredited Peregrine Academy, and market-leading attraction and diversity initiatives, we bridge capability gaps at all levels in public and private sector organisations. We work closely with our clients to understand their challenges and deliver flexible, long-term solutions that make a real difference. When you join Peregrine, you become part of a team that s focused on growth, both yours, our clients , and the sectors we support. You ll also get access to a full range of benefits alongside your salary. How Specialist Talent Works As a permanent employee at Peregrine, you ll be part of our Specialist Talent team. That means you ll work on-site or remotely with our clients, supporting them on complex, high-impact projects in Data, Digital and Business Transformation. You ll get the variety and challenge of consultancy work, with the stability and support of a permanent role. You re not a contractor - you re a valued member of our team, with access to all the same benefits, learning opportunities, and community. Find out more: peregrine.global or check out our LinkedIn page: peregrin e- resourcing
Who we are GlobalData is a specialist information services business helping clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Through our data, expert analysis and innovative solutions, we provide intelligence across the world s largest industries to companies, governments and industry professionals. Formed in 2016 through the combination of multiple specialist firms, we are now a fully integrated global platform with 3,500+ colleagues across 20+ industries, supporting over 5,000 customers worldwide. Why join GlobalData? We are at a pivotal stage of growth, supported by recent investment and ambitious plans. It s a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where collaboration drives success, and where curious, ambitious individuals can make a real impact as we work towards becoming the world s most trusted source of strategic industry intelligence. The role As Information Security Manager, you will lead the strategy and delivery of initiatives that strengthen GlobalData s cybersecurity posture across global operations. You ll ensure our people, systems and infrastructure remain secure, resilient and able to support continued growth. Reporting to the Chief Information Security Officer, you will lead a team of security professionals, drive key security programmes, and work closely with stakeholders across technology and business teams to improve cyber governance, data security and operational resilience. This role requires strong expertise in information security, AI and data governance, alongside experience in vendor management and third-party risk. What you ll be doing Lead and deliver the information security strategy aligned to business goals Develop and maintain security frameworks, policies and standards Oversee risk management, threat assessment and vulnerability programmes Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, ISO 42001, GDPR and other relevant frameworks Manage security operations including incident response, monitoring and investigations Partner with IT, engineering, legal and business teams to embed security best practice Lead internal/external audits, assessments and remediation plans Manage third-party and vendor security risk programmes Build, mentor and lead a high-performing security team Provide executive reporting on security risks, metrics and improvement plans Monitor emerging threats, technologies and regulations What we re looking for 8+ years experience in senior cybersecurity or information security roles Leadership experience within a complex, multinational business Experience managing global teams across multiple regions Strong knowledge of ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls or similar frameworks Proven experience in security operations, risk management and compliance Experience handling security incidents and crisis management Strong commercial awareness and budget management experience Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including senior leadership exposure Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cloud technologies and enterprise systems Experience managing third-party vendors and technology partners Preferred Certifications CISM or similar ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Lead Auditor ISO 42001 (desirable) Technical Skills Security architecture and cloud security (AWS) SIEM, EDR and SOC tools ISO 27001 / ISO 42001 implementation Vulnerability management and penetration testing oversight Data protection, encryption and privacy controls Third-party risk management tools and processes Leadership & Competencies Inspiring leader who develops teams and delegates effectively Strategic thinker with strong decision-making skills Able to influence senior stakeholders and collaborate cross-functionally Hands-on and comfortable operating at all levels Calm under pressure with strong prioritisation skills Able to translate technical risk into clear business impact Highly organised with strong attention to detail In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed) GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
May 19, 2026
Full time
Who we are GlobalData is a specialist information services business helping clients decode the future, make better decisions and reach more customers. Through our data, expert analysis and innovative solutions, we provide intelligence across the world s largest industries to companies, governments and industry professionals. Formed in 2016 through the combination of multiple specialist firms, we are now a fully integrated global platform with 3,500+ colleagues across 20+ industries, supporting over 5,000 customers worldwide. Why join GlobalData? We are at a pivotal stage of growth, supported by recent investment and ambitious plans. It s a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where collaboration drives success, and where curious, ambitious individuals can make a real impact as we work towards becoming the world s most trusted source of strategic industry intelligence. The role As Information Security Manager, you will lead the strategy and delivery of initiatives that strengthen GlobalData s cybersecurity posture across global operations. You ll ensure our people, systems and infrastructure remain secure, resilient and able to support continued growth. Reporting to the Chief Information Security Officer, you will lead a team of security professionals, drive key security programmes, and work closely with stakeholders across technology and business teams to improve cyber governance, data security and operational resilience. This role requires strong expertise in information security, AI and data governance, alongside experience in vendor management and third-party risk. What you ll be doing Lead and deliver the information security strategy aligned to business goals Develop and maintain security frameworks, policies and standards Oversee risk management, threat assessment and vulnerability programmes Ensure compliance with ISO 27001, ISO 42001, GDPR and other relevant frameworks Manage security operations including incident response, monitoring and investigations Partner with IT, engineering, legal and business teams to embed security best practice Lead internal/external audits, assessments and remediation plans Manage third-party and vendor security risk programmes Build, mentor and lead a high-performing security team Provide executive reporting on security risks, metrics and improvement plans Monitor emerging threats, technologies and regulations What we re looking for 8+ years experience in senior cybersecurity or information security roles Leadership experience within a complex, multinational business Experience managing global teams across multiple regions Strong knowledge of ISO 27001, NIST, CIS Controls or similar frameworks Proven experience in security operations, risk management and compliance Experience handling security incidents and crisis management Strong commercial awareness and budget management experience Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, including senior leadership exposure Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, cloud technologies and enterprise systems Experience managing third-party vendors and technology partners Preferred Certifications CISM or similar ISO 27001 Lead Implementer / Lead Auditor ISO 42001 (desirable) Technical Skills Security architecture and cloud security (AWS) SIEM, EDR and SOC tools ISO 27001 / ISO 42001 implementation Vulnerability management and penetration testing oversight Data protection, encryption and privacy controls Third-party risk management tools and processes Leadership & Competencies Inspiring leader who develops teams and delegates effectively Strategic thinker with strong decision-making skills Able to influence senior stakeholders and collaborate cross-functionally Hands-on and comfortable operating at all levels Calm under pressure with strong prioritisation skills Able to translate technical risk into clear business impact Highly organised with strong attention to detail In addition to a rewarding career, we support our GlobalData colleagues with a range of benefits across health, finances, fitness, travel, tech and more. To find out more about the roles and benefits on offer in your region, visit (url removed) GlobalData believes strongly in the value of diversity and creating supportive, inclusive environments where our colleagues can succeed. As such, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. GlobalData is determined to ensure that no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status, race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.
Technical Author 6 12 Months Remote Operational Technology An energy sector client is looking for a Technical Author to turn OT cyber security policy into clear, practical procedures. The successful candidate will bring a key understanding of NIS regulation, OT security and industrial control systems. Key Responsibilities of the Technical Author: Develop and maintain OT cyber security procedures aligned to NIS. Translate policies and standards into step-by-step operational guidance. Work with Security, Engineering, and IGRC SMEs to standardise practices. Document how security controls are applied in real-world environments. Ensure traceability between policy, requirements, and execution. Support governance, version control, and audit readiness. Translate OT security policy, standards, and technical requirements into step-by-step procedures by technology type. Identify and close gaps between policy and operational reality. Skills and Experience of the Technical Author: Must have proven Technical Author experience. Must have extensive understanding of NIS regulation framework. Must have worked with OT Cyber Security procedure manuals or playbooks. Working Knowledge of OT and ICS environments (PLC, DCS, SCADA, SIS, HMI, RTU) Power Generation or Critical national infrastructure experience is highly desirable. The Successful Technical Author will may require site visits to either Glasgow or Leeds for meetings with Stakeholders. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Matt Farrell 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 exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment.
May 19, 2026
Contractor
Technical Author 6 12 Months Remote Operational Technology An energy sector client is looking for a Technical Author to turn OT cyber security policy into clear, practical procedures. The successful candidate will bring a key understanding of NIS regulation, OT security and industrial control systems. Key Responsibilities of the Technical Author: Develop and maintain OT cyber security procedures aligned to NIS. Translate policies and standards into step-by-step operational guidance. Work with Security, Engineering, and IGRC SMEs to standardise practices. Document how security controls are applied in real-world environments. Ensure traceability between policy, requirements, and execution. Support governance, version control, and audit readiness. Translate OT security policy, standards, and technical requirements into step-by-step procedures by technology type. Identify and close gaps between policy and operational reality. Skills and Experience of the Technical Author: Must have proven Technical Author experience. Must have extensive understanding of NIS regulation framework. Must have worked with OT Cyber Security procedure manuals or playbooks. Working Knowledge of OT and ICS environments (PLC, DCS, SCADA, SIS, HMI, RTU) Power Generation or Critical national infrastructure experience is highly desirable. The Successful Technical Author will may require site visits to either Glasgow or Leeds for meetings with Stakeholders. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Matt Farrell 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 exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment.
