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Azure and On-prem Infrastructure Architect London, City | Hybrid Competitive base with bonus and excellent Benefits Azure and On-prem Infrastructure Architect is sought by prestigious and leading city based global financial services organisation. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in shaping and evolving the hybrid on-prem/Azure environment. This role focuses on platform architecture rather than application design. You will help define and implement the core Azure infrastructure foundations that support enterprise workloads across the organisation. The position involves designing secure, scalable and well-governed cloud environments across hybrid infrastructure, working closely with engineering, security and DevOps teams to ensure architecture is delivered in practice. Key responsibilities: Designing Azure Landing Zones and platform architecture Defining Azure networking architecture (hub-spoke, segmentation, private connectivity) Designing hybrid connectivity between on-premises environments and Azure Develop comprehensive cloud and infrastructure solutions, including hybrid and multi-cloud environments, in line with organisational goals. Lead the deployment and configuration of infrastructure platforms (eg, Azure, VMware, Cisco), ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. Monitor and analyse infrastructure performance, recommending improvements and proactively resolving issues. Optimise resource utilisation to control costs, including budgeting, forecasting, and vendor management. Work closely with the DevOps, security, and operations teams to support deployments and ongoing infrastructure projects. Evaluate emerging technologies, driving adoption where beneficial to the organisation. Key requirements: Significant experience designing distributed enterprise Cloud Native systems in hybrid environments. Both Cloud (Azure) and currently on-prem experience VMWare, Cisco, Asure Expertise in Azure IaaS and PaaS services, and virtualisation technologies. Strong understanding of networking, storage, security, and disaster recovery. Proven track record in using Infrastructure as Code (IaC) tools such as Ansible and Terraform Experience with Configuration as Code, Policy as Code and Architecture as Code. Proven ability in strategic planning and cloud transformation initiatives. Desirable: Diagrams as code, ie C4 Modelling and Structurizr, Mermaid, Plantuml, Desirable: Threat Modelling and Secure by design principles. Desirable: Understanding of ZTNA. This opportunity offers the chance to influence the design and evolution of large-scale Azure infrastructure platforms within a prestigious, global organisation.

We don't just believe in better. We make it happen. " Better content. Better products. And better careers. " Working in Tech, Product or Data at Sky is about building the next and the new. From broadband to broadcast, streaming to mobile, Sky Stream to Sky Glass, we never stand still. We optimise and innovate. We turn big ideas into the products, content and services millions of people love. And we do it all right here at Sky." And we do it all right here at Sky. Role/ Team overview" The AppSec Tooling team at Sky is responsible for enabling secure software development practices across the organisation. We build and operate platforms that support penetration testing activities, including the scheduling, organisation, and management of testing engagements, as well as capabilities for threat modelling, security reporting, and vulnerability remediation. This is an exciting opportunity to join the AppSec Tooling function at Sky as we continue to scale our platforms and services. We are expanding our UK-based capability to ensure software security is embedded by default across Sky's engineering estate. This role requires strong hands-on software security knowledge, the ability to investigate and respond to application-level security vulnerabilities and incidents, and the confidence to influence engineering teams toward secure-by-design outcomes at scale. . What you'll do Work closely with software engineering, platform, and DevOps teams to embed security into the end-to-end software delivery lifecycle across AWS-based environments Support and guide the secure development of cloud-native applications, APIs, and backend services using technologies such as Python, JavaScript, and PHP Provide practical guidance on secure application design, authentication, access control, secrets management, and resilient cloud architectures Integrate security, testing, and automation controls into CI/CD pipelines and development workflows while maintaining a strong developer experience Contribute to the development and maintenance of infrastructure as code, cloud automation, and scalable platform capabilities within AWS environments Drive the adoption of engineering guardrails, reusable security patterns, and automation that enable teams to deliver securely and efficiently at scale Support the identification, investigation, triage, and remediation of application and platform vulnerabilities in collaboration with engineering teams Contribute to security incident response activities, including root cause analysis, remediation support, and continuous improvement initiatives Work with platform and engineering teams to improve monitoring, logging, alerting, and observability practices across distributed systems Promote a positive engineering and security culture through coaching, collaboration, knowledge sharing, and day-to-day engagement with development teams What you'll bring Strong understanding of modern software engineering practices, secure development principles, and common application security risks Experience developing and supporting cloud-native applications using Python, JavaScript, and/or PHP within AWS-based environments Familiarity with designing and integrating RESTful APIs, backend services, and event-driven architectures Experience integrating security, testing, and automation controls into CI/CD pipelines and software delivery workflows Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code and cloud automation to provision and manage scalable AWS environments Experience working with containerised applications and modern platform technologies in distributed systems Understanding of secure authentication, access control, secrets management, and security best practices in cloud environments Experience implementing monitoring, logging, alerting, and observability practices for operational resilience and troubleshooting Ability to investigate, triage, and help remediate application and platform security issues in collaboration with engineering teams Strong problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering, platform, and security teams in fast-paced environments Benefits and perks There's one thing people can't stop talking about when it comes to life at Sky: the perks. Here's a taster: Free Sky TV or NOW package, including Sky Sports and Sky Cinema Pension package"with up to 9% employer contribution Private healthcare"with mental health support" Aviva Digital GP and dental insurance" Discounts on Sky products, including Sky Mobile, Sky Broadband, Sky Glass and Sky Protect Sharesave and Tech schemes" A range of Sky VIP rewards and experiences " How you'll work" At Sky, we want to be a community that thrives by being together. Flexible working remains a key part of that. We want our people to have the best of both worlds - time working at home, as well as time in the office. The hybrid working expectations for this role are 2 days in the office per week. Your office base Osterley Our Osterley Campus is a 10-minute walk from Syon Lane train station. Or you can hop on one of our free shuttle buses that run to and from Osterley, Gunnersbury, Ealing Broadway and South Ealing tube stations. There's also plenty of bike shelters and showers. On campus, you'll find 13 subsidised restaurants, cafes, and a Waitrose. You can keep in shape at our subsidised gym, catch the latest shows and movies at our cinema, get your car washed and even get pampered at our beauty salon. " Who we are" We're Sky, a leading media and entertainment company who connect millions with entertainment, sports, news and arts through innovative products and services. Working with us means you'll be bringing the joy of a better experience to more people, every day. All so we can do better and deliver better for our customers, colleagues and society. " We're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We're a Disability Confident Accredited Employer, and welcome and encourage applications from all candidates."We will look to ensure a fair and consistent experience for all and will make reasonable adjustments to support you where appropriate. Please flag any adjustments you need as early as you can." Just so you know: if your application is successful, we'll ask you to complete a criminal record check. And depending on the role you have applied for and the nature of any convictions you may have, we might have to withdraw the offer. " To be eligible for this role you are required to have the appropriate right to work in the UK. Please be aware Sky does not offer sponsorship for this position. To find out more about working with us, search on social media."

The Senior AI Software Engineer is a core technical role within the AI Lab. This person helps design and build the foundation that AI solutions are built on, bringing engineering depth, an eye for systems thinking, and a commitment to quality that raises the bar for the whole team.You will make an impact by: Contributing to system design and feasibility assessments for new AI initiatives, helping evaluate technical approaches, surface risks, and shape solution direction ahead of development. Helping maintain and evolve development and coding standards across the Lab, ensuring AI work produced by the firm is consistent, clean, and built to last. Implementing enterprise integration patterns that connect AI solutions to RSM's wider technology ecosystem in a secure and scalable way. Building and maintaining automation frameworks that improve the speed and reliability of development, testing, and deployment. Applying appropriate architectural patterns and scalability models when designing solutions, with an awareness of how choices made today affect maintainability tomorrow. Participating in technical reviews, offering constructive input on designs and code produced by peers and contributing to a culture of engineering rigour. Designing and developing AI solutions end-to-end across the Lab's core platforms - Copilot Studio, Azure AI Foundry, Intellixcore, and more - from initial design through to production delivery. Producing clear technical documentation, architectural diagrams, and reusable assets that help the wider team build confidently and consistently. Supporting junior engineers and graduates with day-to-day technical guidance, code review, and practical problem-solving. What we are looking for:The ideal candidate is a capable, hands-on engineer with a growing interest in how AI systems are designed and structured at scale - someone who takes quality seriously and brings considered thinking to every build.Key attributes include: Solid experience designing and delivering AI or data-driven solutions in a professional context, with involvement in architectural or system-level decisions. Working knowledge of enterprise AI platforms - ideally Copilot Studio, Azure AI Foundry, or Intellixcore - or equivalent cloud and AI tooling, with the ability to get up to speed quickly. A good grounding in software engineering principles, including system design, API and integration patterns, and security fundamentals. Solid programming skills, with practical experience in Python and SQL used in AI and data engineering contexts; comfortable working across both code-first and low-code platforms. Comfortable working within governance or compliance-aware environments, understanding the importance of building responsibly without losing momentum. Ability to produce technical documentation and diagrams that are accessible to both engineering colleagues and non-technical audiences. Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the confidence to raise technical concerns, contribute to design discussions, and support teammates effectively. What we can offer you:We recognise that our people are our most important assets. That's why we offer a flexible reward and benefits package that will help you have a fulfilling experience, both in and out of work. Hybrid and Flexible working 26 Days Holiday (with the option of purchasing additional days) Lifestyle, Health, and Wellbeing, including financial wellbeing benefits such as financial tools, electric car scheme and access to a virtual GP Access to a suite of 300+ courses on demand developed by our inhouse Talent Development team UNFORTUNATELY THIS ROLE DOES NOT SPONSOR 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 hays.co.uk

Network Security Engineer - Remote UK Based £48,000 CISCO, FirePower, Cisco ISE, Fortinet, FortiGate, StealthWatch Role Overview We are seeking an experienced and proactive Project focussed Security Solutions Engineer to deliver a range of network and security focused projects across our clients customer base. This role will suit someone with good exposure to Cisco FirePower and security products who is looking to hone in on a career in a career as a Technical Security lead as further certification and training will be provided. This role is heavily centred on Cisco networking and security technologies, with a strong emphasis on Cisco Firepower, Cisco ISE, and broader Cisco security platforms. Experience with Fortinet (FortiGate) firewalls is highly desirable. The successful candidate will combine hands on technical expertise with excellent communication and leadership skills, acting as a primary point of contact for stakeholders during project delivery. This is a UK based remote role, offering flexibility while still providing the opportunity to collaborate in person through periodic meetups and customer engagements. PLEASE NOTE YOU MUST E BASED IN THE UK AND HAVE FULL RIGHT TO WORK WITHOUT SPONSORSHIP Key Responsibilities Project & Technical Leadership Lead the technical delivery of network and security projects from design through implementation and handover Act as the lead engineer on complex customer engagements, ensuring solutions are delivered on time and to a high standard Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other engineers involved in project delivery Collaborate closely with project managers, architects, and stakeholders to align technical outcomes with business objectives Network & Security Engineering Implement, and support enterprise grade network and security solutions Deploy, configure, and troubleshoot Cisco Firepower firewalls, including policy configuration, VPNs, and threat protection Implement and maintain Cisco Identity Services Engine (ISE) for network access control, authentication, and authorization Work with Cisco Stealthwatch and other Cisco security tools to provide visibility, monitoring, and threat detection Configure and support FortiGate firewalls where required, including firewall policies, VPNs, and security profiles Produce high quality technical documentation, including designs, implementation guides, and handover documentation Customer Engagement & Communication Serve as a trusted technical advisor to customers, clearly explaining solutions and technical decisions Gather technical requirements and translate them into robust, secure network designs Participate in technical workshops, design reviews, and project update meetings Support occasional onsite work at customer locations in the UK and Europe Required Skills & Experience Essential Strong experience in Cisco network and security environments Proven hands on expertise with: Cisco Firepower (FTD / FMC) Cisco ISE Solid understanding of network security principles, firewalls, VPNs, routing, and switching Experience working in a project based environment, leading or owning technical delivery Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work independently in a remote setting while collaborating effectively with distributed teams Full right to work in the UK and willingness to travel occasionally Desirable Experience with Fortinet / FortiGate firewalls Knowledge of Cisco Stealth watch and related Cisco security products Exposure to wider Cisco security technologies (e.g. Secure Firewall, Secure Network Analytics, Umbrella, etc.) Relevant industry certifications such as CCNP Security, CCNP Enterprise, or equivalent Benefits Competitive salary up to £48,000, depending on experience Fully remote UK based role with flexible working All business travel expenses covered from home location Opportunity to work on diverse, technically challenging projects Access to professional development, training, and certification support Supportive and collaborative team environment Why Join Us? This role offers the chance to take ownership of high impact network and security projects while maintaining a healthy work life balance through remote working. You will work with leading technologies, have direct influence on technical decisions, and play a key role in shaping secure network solutions for customers across the UK and Europe.

AI Engineer - Cardiff Our client is a leading company based in central Cardiff and they are looking to hire an experienced AI Engineer to join their technical team. In this position you will lead on the design, development, and deployment of advanced AI solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support business growth. You will work closely with employees across departments and senior stakeholders to understand business requirements and guide AI development Key Responsibilities Lead the development and deployment of AI-powered tools to improve efficiency and productivity Design advanced solutions including automation, RAG, and LLM-based workflows Collaborate with stakeholders and internal teams to identify and deliver strategic AI initiatives that deliver measurable business value and increase productivity Provide guidance on AI architecture, tooling, and technology direction Ensure systems are secure, scalable, and compliant with governance standards Monitor performance and continuously optimise AI systems Train users and create documentation to drive adoption Skills & Experience 3+ years of experience in AI engineering or software engineering Strong Python experience Proven experience of building and deploying AI solutions end-to-end Experience with RAG and LLM-based solutions, and with workflow design (e.g. N8N, Power Automate, LangChain, etc.) Solid understanding of AI architectures and data pipelines Knowledge of security, compliance, and governance principles from a development perspective Proven mentoring and team development capabilities Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Strategic, hands-on approach with a focus on delivery This is a hybrid role in central Cardiff, with a starting salary of up to £55,000 depending on experience. If you are eager to take a leading role in shaping AI capabilities within a forward-thinking organisation investing heavily in their AI and development functions, click 'Apply Now' or send your CV directly to faye com Unfortunately, our client is unable to offer sponsorship for this position. In order to be considered you must have full right to work in the UK and live within commuting distance of Cardiff. Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.

Bristol We are seeking experienced, innovative and passionate system thinkers to join our dynamic team, working on an ambitious and pioneering programme.Imagine playing a crucial role in designing and delivering next-generation combat air systems that will set new standards in weapon integration, effectiveness and efficiency. Salary: Up to £58,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 3 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The Opportunity: Join a ground-breaking programme within the Defence sector, focused on designing and delivering a cutting-edge Future Combat Air Programme for the Royal Air Force within an ambitious timeframe. This initiative is built upon a global partnership through the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), uniting the UK with international allies Italy and Japan. Together, we aim to revolutionise the integration and employment of weapons, moving beyond traditional methods to create a more dynamic and efficient approach. We are seeking dynamic and motivated system thinkers to become integral members of our programme team. This role offers an unparalleled chance to significantly contribute to the development of advanced Weapon Effects Management capabilities. Your work will be instrumental in reducing cognitive burden and facilitating the seamless coordination of complex weaponry in the battlespace, ensuring our missions are executed with precision and effectiveness. Join us and be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of combat air operations. Some of the Key Accountabilities for this role include but are not limited to; Management and Delivery of key System of Systems concepting activities Ownership of key requirements entities Architectural processes across the project Model Based Engineering tools Manage relationship with design teams to help define and convey the overall system concept, trades, fundamental design principles and constraints that balance fulfilment of the need Support to cross functional assessment and analysis activities Management of junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives What we're looking for from you: An experienced systems engineer who is pro-active and readily able to work autonomously Analytical Systems thinkers that are able to develop and communicate new concepts and architectures, with an understanding of the requirements/needs that drive the design Ability to present and engage with a senior set of internal and external stakeholders The capability to take responsibility for decisions that affect several design domains / system elements Ability to influence and drive a narrative Willingness to learn and deliver as part of an agile team Attention to detail along with excellent organisational and communication skills Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Bristol We are seeking innovative and passionate system thinkers to join our dynamic team, working on an ambitious and pioneering programme.Imagine playing a crucial role in designing and delivering next-generation combat air systems that will set new standards in weapon integration, effectiveness and efficiency. Salary: Up to £47,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 4/5 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen or a Dual UK national with British citizenship Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more . The Opportunity: Join a ground-breaking programme within the Defence sector, focused on designing and delivering a cutting-edge Future Combat Air Programme for the Royal Air Force within an ambitious timeframe. This initiative is built upon a global partnership through the Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP), uniting the UK with international allies Italy and Japan. Together, we aim to revolutionise the integration and employment of weapons, moving beyond traditional methods to create a more dynamic and efficient approach. We are seeking dynamic and motivated system thinkers to become integral members of our programme team. This role offers an unparalleled chance to significantly contribute to the development of advanced Weapon Effects Management capabilities. Your work will be instrumental in reducing cognitive burden and facilitating the seamless coordination of complex weaponry in the battlespace, ensuring our missions are executed with precision and effectiveness. Join us and be part of a transformative journey that will shape the future of combat air operations. Some of the Key Accountabilities for this role include but are not limited to; Delivery of key System of Systems concepting activities Requirements elicitation and decomposition Architectural processes across the project Model Based Engineering tools Work with design teams to define and convey the overall system concept, trades, fundamental design principles and constraints that balance fulfilment of the need Support to cross functional assessment and analysis activities What we're looking for from you: Analytical Systems thinkers that are able to develop and communicate new concepts and architectures, with an understanding of the requirements/needs that drive the design Ability to present and engage with a senior set of internal and external stakeholders Ability to influence and drive a narrative Willingness to learn and deliver as part of an agile team Attention to detail along with excellent organisational and communication skills Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Prestigious opportunity for a talented and experienced Senior Java Developer to join a fast growing technology and transformation team delivering innovative, large-scale engineering solutions.This role sits at the intersection of technology, data, and AI, working on some of the UK's most ambitious digital programmes. You'll play a key role in designing and building modern, scalable applications that help organisations make smarter, data driven decisions.Collaborating within mature, cross-functional teams, working alongside engineers, architects, and business stakeholders to create impactful, future ready solutions. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain high-quality Java based applications Contribute across the full software development lifecycle Provide technical input into architecture and system design Build secure, scalable RESTful APIs Collaborate with engineers, product teams, and stakeholders to deliver solutions Write clean, maintainable, and well documented code Troubleshoot and resolve complex production issues Continuously improve system performance, reliability, and security Stay up to date with emerging technologies and best practices If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LET'S TALK! Strong experience in Java development (plus exposure to Kotlin or Scala) Deep understanding of OOP principles, SOLID design, and design patterns Hands on experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC) Experience designing and securing RESTful APIs Experience with containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, Bit bucket Pipelines) Strong experience with Git and version control strategies Experience working with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Ability to monitor, diagnose, and improve application performance Strong understanding of secure coding practices Exposure to the following would be advantageous but not essential: - Messaging/streaming technologies (Kafka, SQS) Serverless technologies (e.g., AWS Lambda) Monitoring/logging tools (ELK, Splunk, Dynatrace) ORM technologies (JPA, Hibernate) API documentation tools (e.g., Swagger/OpenAPI) Test tools (Postman, Selenium, Axe) Exposure to AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) In return, you will be rewarded with a market leading benefits package and ongoing career development in a flexible, hybrid working environment. 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)

Prestigious opportunity for a talented and experienced Platform Engineer to join a rapidly growing digital engineering team delivering cutting edge solutions across a diverse portfolio of clients.This is hands on applying your deep engineering and architectural expertise to design, build, and evolve scalable platform solutions that drive digital transformation within some of the UK's most exciting organisations. Collaborating closely with highly skilled, cross functional teams, you will work alongside engineers, architects, and product specialists to push boundaries and deliver impactful, high quality outcomes. Key responsibilities: Design, build, and maintain robust cloud platforms and CI/CD pipelines Contribute across the full software development lifecycle Provide technical leadership and input into system and architecture design Collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver scalable, reliable solutions. Write clean, well documented code and contribute to technical documentation Proactively monitor, troubleshoot, and resolve production issues Continuously improve platform performance, security, and reliability Stay current with emerging technologies and drive innovation and adoption Communicate complex technical ideas to both technical and non-technical stakeholders If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LET'S TALK! Strong experience designing and managing cloud native platforms on Google Cloud Platform (GCP) Hands-on expertise with services such as: Compute Engine, GKE (Kubernetes), Cloud Storage VPC networking, IAM, Cloud Functions Proven experience with Infrastructure as Code (e.g., Terraform) Strong background in CI/CD pipeline design (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI, Cloud Build) Proficiency in scripting/programming (e.g., Python, Bash, Go) Experience with containerisation & orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) Solid understanding of cloud networking, security, and identity management Experience with monitoring & observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, or similar) Strong Git/version control experience Exposure to the following skills is advantageous but not essential: - Experience with multi-cloud or hybrid cloud environments (AWS, Azure, on-premise). Exposure to service mesh technologies (e.g., Istio, Linkerd) and configuration management tools (e.g., Chef, Puppet). Knowledge of site reliability engineering (SRE) principles and practices. Familiarity with GCP AI/ML services (AI Platform, AutoML). In return, you will be rewarded with ongoing career development and a market leading benefits package in a flexible, hybrid working environment. 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)

Network Security Specialist, Fortinet, Palo Alto, Zero Trust, Zscaler, Automation Hybrid working 3 days in office (London) My client is seeking a Network Security Specialist to join his team in London. This is a newly created role and sits in the Network Team and will act as a conduit between the Network Team and InfoSec team. It is an ideal opportunity for someone who is looking to step up into a technical authority/delivery lead position. As a Senior Network Security Specialist, you will design, implement and govern the network security controls that protect their modern, high-performance enterprise network. You will take a hands-on lead role in shaping the network security roadmap, defining policies and standards and driving the adoption of Zero Trust and micro-segmentation across the organisation. Skills and experience required: Experience defining/implementing network segmentation and micro-segmentation strategies Zero Trust networking principles and identity-aware access controls Designing, implementing and optimising firewall and proxy security policies. Deep hands-on experience with: Fortinet (FortiGate, FortiManager, FortiAnalyzer) Zscaler (ZIA, ZPA, Zero Trust Exchange) Palo Alto Networks (PAN-OS, Panorama, policy design) - Desirable Experience securing hybrid environments spanning on-prem, cloud, and containerised platforms. Automation and infrastructure-as-code approaches for deploying security controls. Routing, switching, load balancing and security architectures, with extensive operational and engineering experience. TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VRF, VPN, VXLAN, NAT, ACLs, DNS. Packet capture and network analytics and monitoring tools. Desirable:Exposure to security controls and design for Kubernetes/OpenShift Experience within highly regulatated environments If this is of interest and you have the required skills, please submit your CV over for immediate consdieration. McGregor Boyall is an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on any grounds.

Solutions Architect (Domain Accountability)Oxford (2 days per week in office)£80-90k + 10-20% bonus, 12% Pension.This role cannot offer Visa Sponsorship. Your new company I am engaged on a project to recruit a Solutions Architect to join a leading global organisation at the forefront of digital content. The business operates within a highly collaborative, enterprise scale environment where architecture, engineering excellence, and modern cloud based solutions sit at the heart of everything they deliver.This role requires you to work a minimum of 2 days per week in their offices in Oxford. Your new role As a Solutions Architect, you'll take the technical lead across a sophisticated portfolio of digital platforms, shaping cohesive, scalable, end to end architectures. You'll partner with enterprise architecture and cross functional stakeholders to design, document, and guide complex multi system solutions, ensuring technical quality, performance, and long term maintainability.Acting as the architectural authority for a range of customer facing products provided by 3rd parties, you'll have key influence in making decisions around iterating and improving the solutions. This is a role to really understand applications rather than being cloud-focussed. A key part of the role is working with non-technical stakeholders to correct technical debt and communication skills are paramount.The role blends Architectural excellence and technical strategy to drive software best practice, aligning shared principles, supports delivery excellence, and ensures solutions meet expectations for performance, security, and long term maintainability. What you'll need to succeed We're seeking an experienced Solutions Architect that has owned end-to-end architecture across multiple systems/platforms. Someone who's already stepped beyond project-level SA into platform or portfolio-level ownership.The role works closely with stakeholders / product owners, so excellent comms skills to a non-technical audience are key.An agnostic background within Software Development working across various stacks such as .Net, React and various databases will be important.You must have experience operating as a Solution or Application Architect in a complex global/enterprise level organisation. What you'll get in return You'll receive a highly competitive benefits package including a 10-20% annual bonus, 12% pension match, private medical insurance, a digital GP service and optional onsite gym. There is life insurance, income protection, and you'll start with 25 days' annual leave plus public holidays, Christmas closure, and additional service related days. Other perks include car and cycle salary sacrifice schemes, travel loans. What you need to do now To find out more and to be considered for this position please apply directly, or contact Max Wilcock, Business Director on .At Hays Technology, we are shaping the future of recruitment. The rapid adoption of cloud, which is making customer interfaces more engaging and creating a seamless engagement with businesses, means that from the foundation of your organisation up, software developers are critical to success. As the competition for talent grows, we're ready and waiting to help developers really make an impact on organisations, so talk to us today. We are Hays Technology. 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 hays.co.uk

DVSA are looking for a Senior Data Architect to help shape how data is managed, governed and used across the agency. This is a varied role where you will support the delivery of DVSA's data strategy, working across data architecture, governance, standards, quality and maturity to help improve services and support better decision-making. Hybrid working with 60% office-based in your designated office in either Bristol, Birmingham, Leeds, Nottingham, Oldham, Newcastle, Swansea or Yeading. Salary up to £82,340 (base pay of £57,515 plus an additional Digital and Data Profession allowance up to £% employer pension contribution per annum and excellent Civil Service benefits. OPEN SESSION Would you like to find out more about the role, the digital team and what it's like to work at DVSA? If so, we are organising a familiarisation session where you can virtually 'meet the team' and an opportunity to ask questions on Tuesday 2 June at 12:30PM. Please follow applicaiton link to reserve your virtual seat. Highly recommend attending! About role DVSA are looking for a Senior Data Architect to join their growing Data Management team, helping to improve how data is captured, managed, governed and used across the agency. This is a varied role where you will support the delivery of DVSA's data strategy, working across areas such as data governance, data quality, data maturity, metadata management, data standards and data modelling. You will act as a point of contact for a key service area, building strong relationships with stakeholders across the business and helping teams understand the value of good data management. The role will involve working with data owners, data stewards, technical teams and wider digital colleagues to improve data processes, support better decision-making and ensure data is treated as a strategic asset. This is a good opportunity for someone who enjoys combining data expertise with stakeholder engagement. DVSA have made strong progress in building their internal data capability and there is still scope to influence how data architecture is embedded across the organisation and help shape future ways of working. Responsibilities Define DVSA's data architecture framework, including models, standards, patterns and principles. Develop and maintain a data catalogue, documenting data usage, requirements and flows across the agency. Support the DVSA data strategy and roadmap, including data governance and data management artefacts. Develop data measurement initiatives to assess data condition, identify issues and support remediation. Work closely with EA leadership, Security Architects, Dynamics Architects, Business Architects and wider colleagues to shape data architecture and embed strong governance. Essential skills Experience and expertise in data architecture concepts ( i.e data modelling, model management, metadata management, data governance, data standards or data requirements) Experience translating business and service needs into clear data requirements, data flows, processes and practical architecture outputs. Experience improving how data is managed, governed, accessed or used, including developing and embedding data systems, processes or standards. Experience contributing to data strategy, roadmaps or associated policies, with strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence across a complex organisation. Benefits In return, you can expect a flexible working culture, including: Salary up to £82,340 (base pay of £57,515 plus an additional Digital and Data Profession allowance up to £24,915) Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service, up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave. 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King's birthday. Access to the staff discount portal. Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc. 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff. Location 60% Office based from a choice of 7 locations: Birmingham, Swansea, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Nottingham, Oldham or Yeading (West London) Why join DVSA? DVSA's work has a direct impact on road safety across Great Britain, helping to make sure drivers, vehicles and operators meet the standards needed to keep people safe. As a Senior Data Architect, you will help improve how data is managed, governed and used across the agency, supporting better decisions and more effective services for the public. You will work across important areas such as data governance, quality, maturity, standards, modelling and the responsible use of data and AI. You're joining a growing data team at an exciting stage, with the opportunity to influence how data is treated as a strategic asset across a complex, public-facing organisation. Apply now or contact Inspire People in complete confidence.

Senior Systems Engineer (Network Technologies Specialist) Location: Ringwood, Hampshire Salary: £45,000 £55,000 Hours: 37.5 hours per week The Role We are looking for an experienced Senior Systems Engineer (Network Technologies Specialist) with a keen interest in designing and delivering high-quality network solutions. You will support in the technical delivery of complex projects, working closely with stakeholders across the business, while also supporting operational excellence through incident resolution, preventative maintenance, and continuous service improvement. Skills and Experience Essential: Proven expertise in scoping, designing, implementing, and maintaining LAN / WAN architectures, VPNs, firewalls, and routing solutions. Strong knowledge of enterprise networking technologies, including switching, routing, firewalling, and wireless infrastructure. In-depth experience working with enterprise-grade network hardware. Solid understanding of network protocols and services, including TCP / IP, DNS, DHCP, BGP, OSPF, EIGRP, and MPLS. Experience with cloud networking concepts and integrations (e.g. Azure Virtual Networks, VPN gateways, load balancers). Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills across complex and diverse network environments. Demonstrable experience producing both high-level and low-level design documentation. Good working knowledge of network security principles and technologies, including IDS / IPS, NAC, SSL / TLS, and Zero Trust models. At least five years experience in similar role, working in large and diverse enterprise environments with Microsoft server and Microsoft cloud technologies. Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, high-quality documentation such as processes, procedures, and technical designs. Positive, proactive attitude with a strong sense of ownership. Desirable: Knowledge of Microsoft Windows Server technologies, particularly DNS, RADIUS, and PKI. Experience with networking solutions from vendors such as Fortinet, SonicWall, and Meraki. This role is subject to a clear standard DBS check being received. The Package Company Profit Share (first £3,600 is tax free). 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with your length of service. Birthday as additional paid leave. Additional paid leave (dependent on company performance). Private Medical Insurance, including dental. Ongoing training and support. Company sick pay policy. Pension Scheme. Hybrid Working. Progression opportunities. Fresh fruit, the occasional pizza and a posh coffee machine! Trusted Technology Partnership Trusted Technology Partnership has been a specialist IT Infrastructure and Support Services provider for over 25 years. We are an Employee Ownership Trust a growing company. We are proud winners of Best Place to Work award and overall winner of the Ringwood Business Awards 2024. Our core services include support desk, on-site engineering, project management and delivery, storage and logistics, and technical consultancy. We encourage progression within Trusted Technology Partnership for our colleagues, offering opportunities in other teams and departments. Join our friendly company, where a great team and a positive culture await you. Please note that due to the volume of applications, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted for interview. If we receive a high number of applications, the vacancy may close sooner than advertised. We may also invite candidates to interview before the advertised closing date.

Pre-Sales Network Consultant Role We are seeking a skilled and customer-focused Pre Sales Network Consultant to work in a highlight technical customer facing role. This is a pivotal role where you will act as the technical bridge between our sales and delivery functions, helping design, position, and articulate robust networking solutions to meet client needs. This is an excellent opportunity for a well rounded networking professional who combines strong technical expertise with commercial awareness and the ability to communicate complex solutions in a clear, compelling way. Key Responsibilities Partner with sales teams to understand customer requirements and translate them into tailored network solutions Design end-to-end networking architectures across LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, and cloud connectivity environments Deliver technical presentations, solution demos, and client workshops Support RFP/RFI responses, including solution design, technical documentation, and cost estimations Provide expert guidance on network performance, security, scalability, and optimisation Collaborate with internal engineering and delivery teams to ensure smooth project handover Stay current with emerging networking technologies, vendors, and industry trends Key Skills & Experience Strong all-round networking knowledge across routing, switching, firewalls, VPNs, and wireless technologies Experience with major vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper, Fortinet, Aruba, Palo Alto) Good understanding of SD-WAN, cloud networking (Azure/AWS), and network security principles Proven experience in a pre-sales, solutions engineering, or network consultancy role Ability to design scalable, resilient, and cost-effective network solutions Strong documentation and presentation skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical stakeholders Commercial awareness with the ability to align technical solutions to business value

Senior Data Engineer - AWS / ETL / Python Location: West midlands - mostly remote with some trips to office Salary: 65K - 80k An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Senior Data Engineer to join a growing technology-focused organisation delivering scalable, enterprise-grade data solutions within a modern cloud environment. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys building robust data platforms from the ground up and working across large-scale ETL, cloud-native services, API integrations, and data governance initiatives. Key Responsibilities Design, build and maintain scalable ETL pipelines and data ingestion processes across a wide variety of structured and unstructured data sources Develop data extraction solutions using RESTful APIs and modern integration techniques Work extensively with AWS-native data and analytics services including Glue, Athena, DataBrew, Lake Formation, EMR, MSK and Kinesis Implement data quality, profiling and validation processes to ensure integrity, accuracy and completeness of datasets Contribute within an Agile delivery environment, supporting the design, development and deployment of Java and REST-based domain data services Support scalable, high-performance systems aligned to modern MACH architectural principles Ensure best practice around data governance, security, privacy and compliance standards Develop and optimise data processing solutions using Python and Java Deliver high-performing, scalable solutions capable of supporting growing business demand Key Skills & Experience 5+ years' experience within Data Engineering or related development roles Strong SQL development and optimisation experience Hands-on experience across AWS technologies including S3, Redshift, RDS, MySQL and PostgreSQL Strong understanding of data modelling, data structures, indexing, normalisation and reporting principles Experience tuning and optimising complex queries and large datasets Ability to translate business requirements into scalable technical data solutions Experience implementing and maintaining data governance and data standards Strong analytical and problem-solving capability with a passion for learning new technologies Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to present technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking team working on modern cloud-based data platforms and enterprise-scale transformation projects. Please apply asap if interested - GleeIT At Gleeson Recruitment Group, we embrace inclusivity and welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, and abilities. We are proud to be a disability confident employer. By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.

DVSA are looking for a Senior Data Architect to help shape how data is managed, governed and used across the agency. This is a varied role where you will support the delivery of DVSA's data strategy, working across data architecture, governance, standards, quality and maturity to help improve services and support better decision-making. Hybrid working with 60% office-based in your designated office in either Bristol, Birmingham, Leeds, Nottingham, Oldham, Newcastle, Swansea or Yeading. Salary up to £82,340 (base pay of £57,515 plus an additional Digital and Data Profession allowance up to £% employer pension contribution per annum and excellent Civil Service benefits. OPEN SESSION Would you like to find out more about the role, the digital team and what it's like to work at DVSA? If so, we are organising a familiarisation session where you can virtually 'meet the team' and an opportunity to ask questions on Tuesday 2 June at 12:30PM. Please follow applicaiton link to reserve your virtual seat. Highly recommend attending! About role DVSA are looking for a Senior Data Architect to join their growing Data Management team, helping to improve how data is captured, managed, governed and used across the agency. This is a varied role where you will support the delivery of DVSA's data strategy, working across areas such as data governance, data quality, data maturity, metadata management, data standards and data modelling. You will act as a point of contact for a key service area, building strong relationships with stakeholders across the business and helping teams understand the value of good data management. The role will involve working with data owners, data stewards, technical teams and wider digital colleagues to improve data processes, support better decision-making and ensure data is treated as a strategic asset. This is a good opportunity for someone who enjoys combining data expertise with stakeholder engagement. DVSA have made strong progress in building their internal data capability and there is still scope to influence how data architecture is embedded across the organisation and help shape future ways of working. Responsibilities Define DVSA's data architecture framework, including models, standards, patterns and principles. Develop and maintain a data catalogue, documenting data usage, requirements and flows across the agency. Support the DVSA data strategy and roadmap, including data governance and data management artefacts. Develop data measurement initiatives to assess data condition, identify issues and support remediation. Work closely with EA leadership, Security Architects, Dynamics Architects, Business Architects and wider colleagues to shape data architecture and embed strong governance. Essential skills Experience and expertise in data architecture concepts ( i.e data modelling, model management, metadata management, data governance, data standards or data requirements) Experience translating business and service needs into clear data requirements, data flows, processes and practical architecture outputs. Experience improving how data is managed, governed, accessed or used, including developing and embedding data systems, processes or standards. Experience contributing to data strategy, roadmaps or associated policies, with strong stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to influence across a complex organisation. Benefits In return, you can expect a flexible working culture, including: Salary up to £82,340 (base pay of £57,515 plus an additional Digital and Data Profession allowance up to £24,915) Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service, up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave. 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the King's birthday. Access to the staff discount portal. Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc. 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff. Location 60% Office based from a choice of 7 locations: Birmingham, Swansea, Leeds, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Nottingham, Oldham or Yeading (West London) Why join DVSA? DVSA's work has a direct impact on road safety across Great Britain, helping to make sure drivers, vehicles and operators meet the standards needed to keep people safe. As a Senior Data Architect, you will help improve how data is managed, governed and used across the agency, supporting better decisions and more effective services for the public. You will work across important areas such as data governance, quality, maturity, standards, modelling and the responsible use of data and AI. You're joining a growing data team at an exciting stage, with the opportunity to influence how data is treated as a strategic asset across a complex, public-facing organisation. Apply now or contact Inspire People in complete confidence.

AI Solution Architect (AIPX & Balance Sheet Management) Role Overview As an AI Solution Architect , you will be the technical visionary leading cross-functional engineering teams to design and build data-intensive platforms and AI-powered solutions . You are responsible for the architectural integrity of the end-to-end data and AI lifecycle-specifically for Balance Sheet Management (BSM) -ensuring that models move seamlessly from ingestion and research into scalable, high-performance production environments. Key Responsibilities System Blueprinting: Create robust technical blueprints for data pipelines and high-quality derived data products that align with AIPX architecture and performance standards. Technical Leadership: Provide strategic direction across cloud engineering, data architecture, and AI/ML capabilities to ensure solutions are secure, well-governed, and scalable. Engineering Excellence: Establish and enforce best practices for the automated SDLC, including DevOps/MLOps pipelines , coding standards, and rigorous testing frameworks. Stakeholder Synthesis: Translate complex business requirements from product owners and stakeholders into actionable, high-level technical plans and architectural roadmaps. AI Innovation: Drive the evaluation of emerging technologies, lead proofs of concept (PoCs), and embed responsible AI principles across all financial solution designs. Required Knowledge & Experience AI/ML Mastery: Strong knowledge of AI techniques and tools, with demonstrated experience applying Gen AI/LLMs to specific financial or corporate use cases. Regulated Delivery: Proven track record of delivering production-grade solutions within highly regulated organizations (e.g., Tier 1 Banks or Government). Advanced Orchestration: Knowledge of Agentic Workflows and orchestration frameworks to drive automated decisioning and complex system behaviors. Data Intensive Expertise: Deep understanding of data modeling, cloud-native architectures, and big application development within a banking tech ecosystem. Security & Vetting: Must hold and maintain an active SC Clearance . Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Job title: Business Analyst - Strategic Remote Access Contract: 3 months (possibility of extension) Location: London (hybrid) Job description We are seeking a highly capable and detail driven Business Analyst to support a major remote access transformation programme spanning corporate, retail, and operational technology environments. The successful candidate will lead the requirements gathering, analysis, and documentation of all currently undocumented business requirements relating to Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Zscaler, Operational Technology (OT), IoT, and remote access capabilities across a large scale FMCG / supermarket organisation. This role will work closely with the Remote Access Project Manager, engineering teams, security, operations, and business stakeholders to ensure that all functional and non functional requirements are captured, validated, prioritised, and translated into actionable deliverables. The Business Analyst will play a critical role in shaping solution design, ensuring alignment with business needs, and supporting the delivery of secure, scalable, and user centric remote access services. Key Responsibilities Lead structured requirements gathering activities, including workshops, interviews, process reviews, and analysis of existing documentation across corporate, retail, and OT environments. Identify, document, and validate all business requirements related to remote access, including AVD usage patterns, Zscaler access flows, IoT/OT connectivity needs, and store based operational requirements. Map current state processes and user journeys, identifying gaps, pain points, and undocumented dependencies across remote access workflows. Define future state processes aligned to programme objectives, security standards, and operational constraints. Translate business needs into clear functional and non functional requirements, user stories, acceptance criteria, and process artefacts. Collaborate with technical teams to ensure requirements are feasible, aligned with architectural principles, and fully understood prior to design and build. Support the creation of solution options, ensuring business impacts, risks, and trade offs are clearly articulated. Work closely with retail and FMCG stakeholders, capturing store specific requirements such as device access, POS systems, handheld devices, IoT sensors, and operational workflows. Document remote access requirements for OT environments, including secure connectivity, segmentation, and device level constraints. Ensure requirements traceability from discovery through to delivery, testing, and operational handover. Support test planning and UAT, ensuring test cases align to documented requirements and business expectations. Maintain high quality documentation, including BRDs, process maps, user stories, data flows, and decision logs. Act as a bridge between business and technical teams, ensuring clarity, alignment, and timely decision making. Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience as a Business Analyst within infrastructure, security, remote access, or cloud transformation programmes. Strong understanding of Azure Virtual Desktop, user personas, application delivery, and remote access workflows. Experience working with Zscaler (ZIA/ZPA) or similar secure remote access technologies. Exposure to Operational Technology (OT) and IoT environments, including device connectivity and security considerations. Experience working in FMCG or retail environments, ideally with store based technology and operational processes. Strong capability in requirements elicitation, process mapping, and documentation using industry standard techniques. Ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear business language. Excellent stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior leaders, technical SMEs, and operational teams. Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to identify gaps, dependencies, and risks. Experience producing user stories, acceptance criteria, and process flows for engineering and delivery teams. Familiarity with identity, access, and security concepts relevant to remote access and cloud based solutions. Desirable Skills Experience working with multi domain Active Directory, Entra ID, or hybrid identity environments. Understanding of zero trust principles, network segmentation, and secure access architecture. Knowledge of store technology platforms, POS systems, handheld devices, or IoT sensors. Experience supporting UAT, test case development, and validation activities. Exposure to data governance, compliance, and audit requirements in regulated or retail environments. Experience working with third party vendors or managed service providers. Familiarity with Agile delivery, including backlog refinement and sprint planning. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Vacancy job title: Project Manager - Strategic Remote Access Start Date: ASAP Contract: 3 months (possibility of extension) Location: London (Hybrid) Job description: We are seeking a highly skilled and delivery focused Remote Access Project Manager to lead end to end implementation and optimisation of remote access technologies across a complex, multi domain enterprise environment. This role will oversee projects involving Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), Zscaler, Operational Technology (OT), IoT ecosystems, and remote access enablement within FMCG / retail environments, including large scale supermarket operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for driving the delivery of secure, scalable, and high performing remote access solutions, ensuring alignment with business needs, technology standards, and operational requirements. This role requires exceptional stakeholder management, strong governance discipline, and the ability to coordinate cross functional engineering, security, and operational teams. Key Responsibilities Lead the end to end delivery of remote access programmes, including Azure Virtual Desktop deployments, Zscaler integrations, and secure connectivity solutions across corporate and store environments. Define project scope, milestones, and delivery plans, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, security policies, and operational constraints. Coordinate with engineering, security, OT, and network teams to ensure seamless integration of AVD, Zscaler, and IoT/OT connectivity requirements. Oversee readiness assessments for remote access across retail and FMCG environments, including store networks, distribution centres, and operational technology platforms. Manage stakeholder expectations across technology, operations, retail leadership, and third party vendors, ensuring clear communication and timely decision making. Ensure remote access solutions meet performance, security, and compliance requirements, including identity, device posture, and network segmentation. Develop and maintain project documentation, including RAID logs, delivery plans, architecture alignment packs, and governance artefacts. Monitor project risks and dependencies, proactively identifying mitigation strategies and ensuring escalation paths are followed. Support change management and adoption activities, ensuring store colleagues, corporate users, and operational teams are prepared for new remote access capabilities. Collaborate with service management teams to ensure operational readiness, handover documentation, and support models are fully defined. Drive continuous improvement across remote access processes, tooling, and user experience. Essential Skills and Experience Proven experience as a Project Manager delivering complex infrastructure or remote access programmes in large enterprises. Deep expertise in Azure Virtual Desktop, including architecture, deployment, scaling, and operational considerations. Strong knowledge of Zscaler technologies, including ZIA, ZPA, and secure remote access patterns. Experience working with Operational Technology (OT) environments and understanding of the unique security and connectivity challenges they present. Understanding of IoT ecosystems, device onboarding, and secure connectivity patterns. FMCG or retail experience, ideally within supermarket or high volume store environments. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence senior leaders, technical teams, and operational stakeholders. Prince2, PMP, or equivalent project management accreditation. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts for non technical audiences. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams, dependencies, and cross functional delivery teams. Strong understanding of identity, access, and security principles relevant to remote access and cloud based environments. Desirable Skills Experience delivering remote access solutions across multi domain Active Directory or hybrid identity environments. Familiarity with Entra ID, conditional access, and device compliance frameworks. Knowledge of network segmentation, zero trust principles, and secure access architecture. Experience working with store technology platforms, POS systems, handheld devices, or IoT sensors. Understanding of data governance, compliance, and audit requirements in regulated or retail environments. Exposure to automation, scripting, or API driven configuration for remote access platforms. Experience working with third party managed service providers in large scale technology programmes. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.