Cyber Security Analyst 5 months initially Location: Bracknell (Onsite, 24/7 Shift Pattern) Inside IR35 - Umbrella only Active DV clearance required Are you passionate about safeguarding digital environments and ready to make an impact? Our client, a reputable organisation, is hiring a dedicated Cyber Security Analyst to join their on-site 24x7 shift team in Bracknell. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to critical security operations and protect vital services. What you'll be doing: Overseeing Security Operators during shifts, ensuring continuous security monitoring Performing initial investigations of potential threats using Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) tools Monitoring SIEM systems for faults and anomalies Contributing to routine security incident management by identifying, prioritising, and escalating threats Supporting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of customer services through proactive security measures What you'll bring: Proven experience in cyber security, with a solid understanding of security monitoring and incident response Technical leadership skills and the ability to guide and support team members Strong communication skills to clearly articulate findings and escalate issues effectively Technical knowledge in enterprise IT areas such as networking and servers Active DV clearance to meet security requirements This role offers a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly contribute to organisational security. If you're ready to work in a collaborative team with a focus on continuous improvement, we want to hear from you! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Cyber Security Analyst 5 months initially Location: Bracknell (Onsite, 24/7 Shift Pattern) Inside IR35 - Umbrella only Active DV clearance required Are you passionate about safeguarding digital environments and ready to make an impact? Our client, a reputable organisation, is hiring a dedicated Cyber Security Analyst to join their on-site 24x7 shift team in Bracknell. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to critical security operations and protect vital services. What you'll be doing: Overseeing Security Operators during shifts, ensuring continuous security monitoring Performing initial investigations of potential threats using Security Incident and Event Management (SIEM) tools Monitoring SIEM systems for faults and anomalies Contributing to routine security incident management by identifying, prioritising, and escalating threats Supporting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of customer services through proactive security measures What you'll bring: Proven experience in cyber security, with a solid understanding of security monitoring and incident response Technical leadership skills and the ability to guide and support team members Strong communication skills to clearly articulate findings and escalate issues effectively Technical knowledge in enterprise IT areas such as networking and servers Active DV clearance to meet security requirements This role offers a dynamic environment where your expertise will directly contribute to organisational security. If you're ready to work in a collaborative team with a focus on continuous improvement, we want to hear from you! If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Help Desk Analyst 3 Month rolling contract Inside IR35 The role of the Helpdesk/End User Technology Analyst comprises of two distinct underpinning business requirements geared around ensuring "First Point of Contact" and "First Contact Resolution" for our customers. The role exists to restore end user technology issues or request completions as soon as possible (either remotely or at desk side); To provide efficient and effective customer services through the recording and managing telephone and email queries, incidents, or service requests. Aligning to ITIL methodology, providing an efficient and customer focused Helpdesk/Service Desk to the business. Providing desk-side assistance for "line of business" applications, core device support and operating systems, specifically; desktops, laptops, Apple Mac and the corporate software stack including business applications. Main Responsibilities The role is an Onsite, and is a shift-based role - This includes early shifts (starting at 7am), Late Shifts (Finishing at 10pm) and Weekend shifts. Role is First Line Support within the End User Technology team (Handling Support queries that come in via Phone call, Email and ServiceNow Chat) If you are not able to resolve this at 'First point of contact' then support tickets would be escalated to Level 2 Support teams. Responding to telephone and email incidents, queries and service requests in a professional and courteous manner based on an agreed SLA or OLA Logging of all works - ensuring incidents, queries and service requests are logged, prioritised, tracked and resolved within predefined Service Levels Operating in a flexible mode - being able to seamlessly switch between a telephone/desk-side role as and when required Agreeing work priority levels with the customer to ensure customer expectations are managed and the ticket reflects the risk & impact accordingly. Investigating incidents where possible either remotely or desk-side, leaning on an agreed toolset to logon to the customer's machine to perform troubleshooting. Correctly routing a ticket to the appropriate team who is able to resolve the incident if first line knowledge or access is not sufficient. Dealing with and communicating escalations accordingly. Seeking knowledge missing where appropriate, documenting and disseminating the knowledge accordingly. Undertaking agreed proactive works which are agreed to maintain our systems thus avoiding tickets being raised by staying "one step ahead". Maintaining and growing relationships across immediate team and wider IT teams to ensure collaborative approach to resolve customer requests as soon as possible. Ensure that Information Security considerations and controls are in place which adhere to the Information Security/Computer Policy. Align to the threat response procedures defined by the IT Security Team owned by IT Helpdesk Team Lead Ensuring customer satisfaction levels are maintained and improved where possible. Ensuring a personable desk-side manner with the ability to put users at ease. Recognising and adhering to change management processes to protect production environment. Manage liaison with suppliers (including internal) to ensure fixes are delivered in a timely fashion
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Help Desk Analyst 3 Month rolling contract Inside IR35 The role of the Helpdesk/End User Technology Analyst comprises of two distinct underpinning business requirements geared around ensuring "First Point of Contact" and "First Contact Resolution" for our customers. The role exists to restore end user technology issues or request completions as soon as possible (either remotely or at desk side); To provide efficient and effective customer services through the recording and managing telephone and email queries, incidents, or service requests. Aligning to ITIL methodology, providing an efficient and customer focused Helpdesk/Service Desk to the business. Providing desk-side assistance for "line of business" applications, core device support and operating systems, specifically; desktops, laptops, Apple Mac and the corporate software stack including business applications. Main Responsibilities The role is an Onsite, and is a shift-based role - This includes early shifts (starting at 7am), Late Shifts (Finishing at 10pm) and Weekend shifts. Role is First Line Support within the End User Technology team (Handling Support queries that come in via Phone call, Email and ServiceNow Chat) If you are not able to resolve this at 'First point of contact' then support tickets would be escalated to Level 2 Support teams. Responding to telephone and email incidents, queries and service requests in a professional and courteous manner based on an agreed SLA or OLA Logging of all works - ensuring incidents, queries and service requests are logged, prioritised, tracked and resolved within predefined Service Levels Operating in a flexible mode - being able to seamlessly switch between a telephone/desk-side role as and when required Agreeing work priority levels with the customer to ensure customer expectations are managed and the ticket reflects the risk & impact accordingly. Investigating incidents where possible either remotely or desk-side, leaning on an agreed toolset to logon to the customer's machine to perform troubleshooting. Correctly routing a ticket to the appropriate team who is able to resolve the incident if first line knowledge or access is not sufficient. Dealing with and communicating escalations accordingly. Seeking knowledge missing where appropriate, documenting and disseminating the knowledge accordingly. Undertaking agreed proactive works which are agreed to maintain our systems thus avoiding tickets being raised by staying "one step ahead". Maintaining and growing relationships across immediate team and wider IT teams to ensure collaborative approach to resolve customer requests as soon as possible. Ensure that Information Security considerations and controls are in place which adhere to the Information Security/Computer Policy. Align to the threat response procedures defined by the IT Security Team owned by IT Helpdesk Team Lead Ensuring customer satisfaction levels are maintained and improved where possible. Ensuring a personable desk-side manner with the ability to put users at ease. Recognising and adhering to change management processes to protect production environment. Manage liaison with suppliers (including internal) to ensure fixes are delivered in a timely fashion
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid 3 days onsite) Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + Excellent Benefits Contract Type: Permanent The Role SOC Engineer - Cyber We re looking for a hands-on SOC Engineer to join a rapidly growing Cyber Security function within a large enterprise technology environment. This is an opportunity to work in one of the most modern and well-equipped SOC environments in the market, supporting enterprise customers across a broad range of managed security services and cloud technologies. This is a genuinely engineering-led role rather than a traditional SOC analyst position. You ll be heavily involved in infrastructure, cloud security, security tooling, automation, and operational cyber engineering across enterprise-scale environments. Working from a Birmingham-based SOC three days a week, you ll play a key role in supporting customer environments, improving cyber capabilities, and helping showcase a cutting-edge SOC environment to visiting customers and stakeholders. What s in it for you as our Cyber SOC Engineer? Salary of £45,000 - £50,000 Hybrid working environment Excellent company benefits package Flexible benefits scheme Access to industry-leading SOC technology and tooling Dedicated training and development time each week Fully funded learning opportunities and partner-led certifications Opportunities to attend conferences and industry events Career progression within a large enterprise technology organisation Exposure to enterprise-scale cloud and cyber environments Supportive, collaborative, and highly technical team environment Duties as SOC Engineer - Cyber As a Cyber SOC Engineer, you will: Act as a technical escalation point and engineering SME across SOC technologies including SIEM, MDR/XDR, EDR, vulnerability management, and cloud security tooling Support, maintain, and improve cyber security infrastructure across enterprise customer environments Work closely with internal teams and customers to onboard, configure, and optimise security technologies and services Investigate and resolve platform issues, security alerts, log source health problems, and tooling-related incidents Configure and support technologies such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, CrowdStrike, Tenable, and related security platforms Assist with vulnerability scanning, remediation support, and operational security improvements Contribute to automation and scripting initiatives using tools such as KQL, PowerShell, Python, or Bash Produce and maintain technical documentation, operational runbooks, and security playbooks Support governance and compliance activities aligned to standards such as ISO27001, GDPR, and NCSC guidance Work collaboratively across infrastructure, cloud, networking, and cyber teams to improve service delivery and operational resilience Stay up to date with emerging cyber threats, technologies, and security best practice Contribute to continual improvement initiatives across the SOC function Who are we looking for as our Cyber SOC Engineer? We re looking for a technically capable and proactive engineer who enjoys solving problems, learning new technologies, and working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. This role would suit someone from a SOC Engineering, Cloud Security, Infrastructure Security, or Cyber Engineering background who enjoys hands-on technical work rather than purely monitoring or analyst-based responsibilities. You ll ideally have experience with: Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender EDR/XDR/MDR technologies Vulnerability management tools such as Tenable or Qualys Azure, Microsoft 365, Intune, or AWS environments Security tooling, infrastructure, and cloud platforms Linux and Windows operating systems SIEM technologies and security monitoring Basic scripting or automation using KQL, PowerShell, Python, or Bash ITIL environments and structured change control processes Firewall, endpoint, or cloud security technologies We d especially like to hear from candidates who are: Strong communicators who can work confidently with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Organised, collaborative, and eager to learn Comfortable working in a customer-facing environment Self-driven and proactive in solving problems Able to take ownership while also working well within a team Interested in developing their cyber engineering and cloud security expertise further Relevant certifications such as SC-200, SC-900, AZ-500, CISSP, or similar would be advantageous, but practical engineering experience is equally important. Please note: Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC/BPSS), including having the right to work in the UK and meeting residency requirements. INDHS
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Location: Birmingham (Hybrid 3 days onsite) Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 + Excellent Benefits Contract Type: Permanent The Role SOC Engineer - Cyber We re looking for a hands-on SOC Engineer to join a rapidly growing Cyber Security function within a large enterprise technology environment. This is an opportunity to work in one of the most modern and well-equipped SOC environments in the market, supporting enterprise customers across a broad range of managed security services and cloud technologies. This is a genuinely engineering-led role rather than a traditional SOC analyst position. You ll be heavily involved in infrastructure, cloud security, security tooling, automation, and operational cyber engineering across enterprise-scale environments. Working from a Birmingham-based SOC three days a week, you ll play a key role in supporting customer environments, improving cyber capabilities, and helping showcase a cutting-edge SOC environment to visiting customers and stakeholders. What s in it for you as our Cyber SOC Engineer? Salary of £45,000 - £50,000 Hybrid working environment Excellent company benefits package Flexible benefits scheme Access to industry-leading SOC technology and tooling Dedicated training and development time each week Fully funded learning opportunities and partner-led certifications Opportunities to attend conferences and industry events Career progression within a large enterprise technology organisation Exposure to enterprise-scale cloud and cyber environments Supportive, collaborative, and highly technical team environment Duties as SOC Engineer - Cyber As a Cyber SOC Engineer, you will: Act as a technical escalation point and engineering SME across SOC technologies including SIEM, MDR/XDR, EDR, vulnerability management, and cloud security tooling Support, maintain, and improve cyber security infrastructure across enterprise customer environments Work closely with internal teams and customers to onboard, configure, and optimise security technologies and services Investigate and resolve platform issues, security alerts, log source health problems, and tooling-related incidents Configure and support technologies such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, CrowdStrike, Tenable, and related security platforms Assist with vulnerability scanning, remediation support, and operational security improvements Contribute to automation and scripting initiatives using tools such as KQL, PowerShell, Python, or Bash Produce and maintain technical documentation, operational runbooks, and security playbooks Support governance and compliance activities aligned to standards such as ISO27001, GDPR, and NCSC guidance Work collaboratively across infrastructure, cloud, networking, and cyber teams to improve service delivery and operational resilience Stay up to date with emerging cyber threats, technologies, and security best practice Contribute to continual improvement initiatives across the SOC function Who are we looking for as our Cyber SOC Engineer? We re looking for a technically capable and proactive engineer who enjoys solving problems, learning new technologies, and working collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. This role would suit someone from a SOC Engineering, Cloud Security, Infrastructure Security, or Cyber Engineering background who enjoys hands-on technical work rather than purely monitoring or analyst-based responsibilities. You ll ideally have experience with: Microsoft Sentinel and Microsoft Defender EDR/XDR/MDR technologies Vulnerability management tools such as Tenable or Qualys Azure, Microsoft 365, Intune, or AWS environments Security tooling, infrastructure, and cloud platforms Linux and Windows operating systems SIEM technologies and security monitoring Basic scripting or automation using KQL, PowerShell, Python, or Bash ITIL environments and structured change control processes Firewall, endpoint, or cloud security technologies We d especially like to hear from candidates who are: Strong communicators who can work confidently with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Organised, collaborative, and eager to learn Comfortable working in a customer-facing environment Self-driven and proactive in solving problems Able to take ownership while also working well within a team Interested in developing their cyber engineering and cloud security expertise further Relevant certifications such as SC-200, SC-900, AZ-500, CISSP, or similar would be advantageous, but practical engineering experience is equally important. Please note: Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC/BPSS), including having the right to work in the UK and meeting residency requirements. INDHS
Senior Cyber Security & Network Analyst The Opportunity in a Nutshell On behalf of our client, a leader in their industry , we are seeking a senior, hands-on technology professional with a deep foundation in Network Engineering (minimum 5-7 years of experience) coupled with strong Cyber Security expertise. This is not a purely monitoring role; the client requires an engineer who can lead from the front, physically and logically build infrastructure, and own complex technical projects from inception to completion. You will ensure the client's digital ecosystem remains resilient, highly performant, and securely aligned with evolving business objectives. Core Responsibilities As a senior technical anchor within the operations team, your daily focus will heavily lean into robust network engineering, system build-outs, and defensive security protocols: Infrastructure Installations & Kit Builds: Act as the technical lead for configuring, assembling, installing, and deploying new network and security hardware. Ensure all engineering documentation is immaculately maintained. Network Architecture Ownership: Maintain, optimize, and scale the client's Layer 2/3 environment, specifically managing Cisco Nexus routing, LAN/WAN frameworks, wireless networks, B2B links, and network load balancing solutions. Project Leadership: Spearhead mid-to-large scale infrastructure initiatives, ensuring deliverables are hit on time and within budget. You will be expected to demonstrate the tangible business value your technical decisions bring to the overall deployment process. Infrastructure Defense & Monitoring: Oversee next-generation Palo Alto firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, and data encryption protocols. Monitor SIEM platforms and threat feeds to isolate, investigate, and remediate digital vulnerabilities. Collaboration & Mentorship: Partner closely with internal technical squads and coordinate with external vendor partners. Provide coaching and technical advice to team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement. What The Client Is Looking For To thrive in this fast-paced environment, candidates must possess a blend of seasoned engineering experience and a structured, methodical approach to problem-solving. Technical Competencies: Minimum of 5-7 years of dedicated experience implementing, supporting, and developing complex L2/3 network architectures. Proven track record of leading and performing new network installations and physical/logical kit builds. Deep technical proficiency configuring and supporting L2/3 Cisco Nexus switching frameworks and Aruba Wi-Fi environments. Solid understanding of Network Load Balancing mechanisms and coordinating third-party Penetration Testing. Strong secondary expertise in Cyber Security, specifically administering Palo Alto Firewalls alongside their advanced next-gen service suites. Background utilizing Qualys Vulnerability Management tools and endpoint detection/remediation software. Previous experience navigating SOX compliance frameworks and handling fast-paced data environments is highly desirable. Application Requirement: Project Examples Our client values real-world execution. As part of your application, please be prepared to provide specific examples of projects where you led from the front on network or security kit deployments. We will look for details on: The scope of the hardware/software deployment you personally executed. The specific technical challenges you overcame during the installation or build phase. The tangible value and security/performance improvements your role brought to that process. Growth, Support & Culture Our client believes in empowering their people to reach their full potential. Joining this team means benefiting from: Structured Progression: Clear objective setting, tailored 1:1 mentorship sessions, and consistent coaching to elevate your architectural capabilities. Empowerment & Autonomy: An inclusive culture that grants ownership of meaningful outcomes and encourages exploration of development opportunities outside your immediate remit. A Collaborative Space: A supportive management philosophy designed to give employees the resources they need to excel while allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Senior Cyber Security & Network Analyst The Opportunity in a Nutshell On behalf of our client, a leader in their industry , we are seeking a senior, hands-on technology professional with a deep foundation in Network Engineering (minimum 5-7 years of experience) coupled with strong Cyber Security expertise. This is not a purely monitoring role; the client requires an engineer who can lead from the front, physically and logically build infrastructure, and own complex technical projects from inception to completion. You will ensure the client's digital ecosystem remains resilient, highly performant, and securely aligned with evolving business objectives. Core Responsibilities As a senior technical anchor within the operations team, your daily focus will heavily lean into robust network engineering, system build-outs, and defensive security protocols: Infrastructure Installations & Kit Builds: Act as the technical lead for configuring, assembling, installing, and deploying new network and security hardware. Ensure all engineering documentation is immaculately maintained. Network Architecture Ownership: Maintain, optimize, and scale the client's Layer 2/3 environment, specifically managing Cisco Nexus routing, LAN/WAN frameworks, wireless networks, B2B links, and network load balancing solutions. Project Leadership: Spearhead mid-to-large scale infrastructure initiatives, ensuring deliverables are hit on time and within budget. You will be expected to demonstrate the tangible business value your technical decisions bring to the overall deployment process. Infrastructure Defense & Monitoring: Oversee next-generation Palo Alto firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, and data encryption protocols. Monitor SIEM platforms and threat feeds to isolate, investigate, and remediate digital vulnerabilities. Collaboration & Mentorship: Partner closely with internal technical squads and coordinate with external vendor partners. Provide coaching and technical advice to team members to foster a culture of continuous improvement. What The Client Is Looking For To thrive in this fast-paced environment, candidates must possess a blend of seasoned engineering experience and a structured, methodical approach to problem-solving. Technical Competencies: Minimum of 5-7 years of dedicated experience implementing, supporting, and developing complex L2/3 network architectures. Proven track record of leading and performing new network installations and physical/logical kit builds. Deep technical proficiency configuring and supporting L2/3 Cisco Nexus switching frameworks and Aruba Wi-Fi environments. Solid understanding of Network Load Balancing mechanisms and coordinating third-party Penetration Testing. Strong secondary expertise in Cyber Security, specifically administering Palo Alto Firewalls alongside their advanced next-gen service suites. Background utilizing Qualys Vulnerability Management tools and endpoint detection/remediation software. Previous experience navigating SOX compliance frameworks and handling fast-paced data environments is highly desirable. Application Requirement: Project Examples Our client values real-world execution. As part of your application, please be prepared to provide specific examples of projects where you led from the front on network or security kit deployments. We will look for details on: The scope of the hardware/software deployment you personally executed. The specific technical challenges you overcame during the installation or build phase. The tangible value and security/performance improvements your role brought to that process. Growth, Support & Culture Our client believes in empowering their people to reach their full potential. Joining this team means benefiting from: Structured Progression: Clear objective setting, tailored 1:1 mentorship sessions, and consistent coaching to elevate your architectural capabilities. Empowerment & Autonomy: An inclusive culture that grants ownership of meaningful outcomes and encourages exploration of development opportunities outside your immediate remit. A Collaborative Space: A supportive management philosophy designed to give employees the resources they need to excel while allowing them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.
Snowflake Data Architect Location: Wembley, London - FULLY ON-SITE Salary: Up to 95,000 + Benefits We are seeking an experienced Snowflake Data Architect to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering a modern enterprise data platform. This is an opportunity to join a business undergoing significant data transformation, moving from legacy systems and manual processes to a scalable, automated, cloud-first architecture. You will be responsible for defining architectural standards, driving best practices, and enabling engineering teams to deliver high-quality, trusted data products that support analytics, reporting, and emerging AI initiatives. Key Responsibilities Define and own enterprise-wide data modelling standards, including Data Vault, semantic layers, Star Schema patterns, Snowflake object hierarchies, and governance frameworks. Design scalable integration architectures for legacy platforms, including AS400, iSeries, and SQL-based systems, ensuring robust reconciliation, auditability, and incremental data loading capabilities. Architect modern data pipelines leveraging Snowflake and orchestration technologies, ensuring reliability, scalability, idempotency, and effective error handling. Establish and govern security models across the data platform, including role-based access control (RBAC), dynamic masking, row-level security, and environment segregation. Drive platform performance optimisation and cost management within Snowflake, identifying inefficiencies and implementing scalable warehouse, clustering, and workload management strategies. Design data architectures that support AI and GenAI use cases, including vector search capabilities, embedding pipelines, and semantic data structures. Collaborate with Business Analysts, Data Engineers, and stakeholders to define data contracts and implement automated data quality frameworks. Champion Data-as-Code principles, helping establish CI/CD best practices and engineering standards across the organisation. Provide architectural leadership, mentoring engineering teams and translating complex technical concepts into practical guidance. Required Experience 10+ years' experience in Data Engineering, Data Architecture, or a related field. Minimum 4 years' hands-on experience designing and implementing solutions within Snowflake. Demonstrated success delivering enterprise-scale data transformation programmes and modernising legacy data environments. Deep expertise in Data Vault 2.0, Kimball dimensional modelling, and Inmon methodologies, with the ability to select the right approach for varying business requirements. Advanced knowledge of dbt and Git-based development practices. Strong experience designing cloud-based data solutions, including integrations across AWS and Azure environments. Proven track record implementing CI/CD pipelines and promoting software engineering best practices within data teams. Experience defining data governance, security frameworks, and quality standards across enterprise platforms. Desirable Skills Experience with Kestra or similar modern orchestration platforms. Knowledge of Snowflake Native Apps, Snowpark, and emerging AI/ML capabilities within modern data platforms. Exposure to vector databases, embeddings, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and AI-ready data architectures. Retail, wholesale, supply chain, or large-scale transactional data experience.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Snowflake Data Architect Location: Wembley, London - FULLY ON-SITE Salary: Up to 95,000 + Benefits We are seeking an experienced Snowflake Data Architect to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering a modern enterprise data platform. This is an opportunity to join a business undergoing significant data transformation, moving from legacy systems and manual processes to a scalable, automated, cloud-first architecture. You will be responsible for defining architectural standards, driving best practices, and enabling engineering teams to deliver high-quality, trusted data products that support analytics, reporting, and emerging AI initiatives. Key Responsibilities Define and own enterprise-wide data modelling standards, including Data Vault, semantic layers, Star Schema patterns, Snowflake object hierarchies, and governance frameworks. Design scalable integration architectures for legacy platforms, including AS400, iSeries, and SQL-based systems, ensuring robust reconciliation, auditability, and incremental data loading capabilities. Architect modern data pipelines leveraging Snowflake and orchestration technologies, ensuring reliability, scalability, idempotency, and effective error handling. Establish and govern security models across the data platform, including role-based access control (RBAC), dynamic masking, row-level security, and environment segregation. Drive platform performance optimisation and cost management within Snowflake, identifying inefficiencies and implementing scalable warehouse, clustering, and workload management strategies. Design data architectures that support AI and GenAI use cases, including vector search capabilities, embedding pipelines, and semantic data structures. Collaborate with Business Analysts, Data Engineers, and stakeholders to define data contracts and implement automated data quality frameworks. Champion Data-as-Code principles, helping establish CI/CD best practices and engineering standards across the organisation. Provide architectural leadership, mentoring engineering teams and translating complex technical concepts into practical guidance. Required Experience 10+ years' experience in Data Engineering, Data Architecture, or a related field. Minimum 4 years' hands-on experience designing and implementing solutions within Snowflake. Demonstrated success delivering enterprise-scale data transformation programmes and modernising legacy data environments. Deep expertise in Data Vault 2.0, Kimball dimensional modelling, and Inmon methodologies, with the ability to select the right approach for varying business requirements. Advanced knowledge of dbt and Git-based development practices. Strong experience designing cloud-based data solutions, including integrations across AWS and Azure environments. Proven track record implementing CI/CD pipelines and promoting software engineering best practices within data teams. Experience defining data governance, security frameworks, and quality standards across enterprise platforms. Desirable Skills Experience with Kestra or similar modern orchestration platforms. Knowledge of Snowflake Native Apps, Snowpark, and emerging AI/ML capabilities within modern data platforms. Exposure to vector databases, embeddings, retrieval-augmented generation (RAG), and AI-ready data architectures. Retail, wholesale, supply chain, or large-scale transactional data experience.
Senior IDMC / IICS Developer Location: Hybrid (2-3 days onsite, London) Position Type: Permanent Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum + Benefits Experience Required: 6-8 years in Data Integration / ETL About the Role Are you a seasoned Data Integration specialist with deep expertise in cloud ecosystems? We are seeking a Senior IDMC Developer to join a global, fast-paced data engineering team. In this role, you will be the driving force behind designing, building, and optimizing enterprise-scale data pipelines. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Informatica expert who thrives on connecting complex SaaS environments, modern cloud data warehouses, and real-time application networks. Key Responsibilities End-to-End Development: Design, implement, and maintain robust cloud data integration solutions utilizing the full suite of Informatica IDMC/IICS services. Batch & Real-Time Integration: Build and optimize highly efficient, reusable mappings and taskflows using Cloud Data Integration (CDI) , alongside real-time process objects via Cloud Application Integration (CAI) . Cloud Ecosystem Connectivity: Seamlessly integrate data across major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), SaaS applications, and modern data warehouses like Snowflake or Databricks . Performance Tuning: Act as the senior technical lead for debugging, advanced error handling, and pipeline optimization to ensure high scalability and performance. Collaboration: Partner closely with Solution Architects and Business Analysts to translate complex requirements into technical realities, ensuring clear documentation every step of the way. What We Are Looking For Informatica Expertise: A strong, proven track record of hands-on experience specifically with Informatica IDMC or IICS (this is a mandatory requirement). The Full Suite: Deep proficiency in both CDI and CAI modules. Data Environment Knowledge: Solid experience integrating with cloud data platforms (Snowflake, Databricks) and cloud providers (AWS/Azure/GCP). Experience: 6-8 years of overall experience in ETL/Data Integration. Best Practices: A strong understanding of data governance, security protocols, and compliance frameworks. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline (or equivalent practical experience). Apply: If you are interested then please apply or share your updated CV on yogeshwari digital with your availability and I will give you a call back to discuss the role further. Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Senior IDMC / IICS Developer Location: Hybrid (2-3 days onsite, London) Position Type: Permanent Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum + Benefits Experience Required: 6-8 years in Data Integration / ETL About the Role Are you a seasoned Data Integration specialist with deep expertise in cloud ecosystems? We are seeking a Senior IDMC Developer to join a global, fast-paced data engineering team. In this role, you will be the driving force behind designing, building, and optimizing enterprise-scale data pipelines. This is a fantastic opportunity for an Informatica expert who thrives on connecting complex SaaS environments, modern cloud data warehouses, and real-time application networks. Key Responsibilities End-to-End Development: Design, implement, and maintain robust cloud data integration solutions utilizing the full suite of Informatica IDMC/IICS services. Batch & Real-Time Integration: Build and optimize highly efficient, reusable mappings and taskflows using Cloud Data Integration (CDI) , alongside real-time process objects via Cloud Application Integration (CAI) . Cloud Ecosystem Connectivity: Seamlessly integrate data across major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), SaaS applications, and modern data warehouses like Snowflake or Databricks . Performance Tuning: Act as the senior technical lead for debugging, advanced error handling, and pipeline optimization to ensure high scalability and performance. Collaboration: Partner closely with Solution Architects and Business Analysts to translate complex requirements into technical realities, ensuring clear documentation every step of the way. What We Are Looking For Informatica Expertise: A strong, proven track record of hands-on experience specifically with Informatica IDMC or IICS (this is a mandatory requirement). The Full Suite: Deep proficiency in both CDI and CAI modules. Data Environment Knowledge: Solid experience integrating with cloud data platforms (Snowflake, Databricks) and cloud providers (AWS/Azure/GCP). Experience: 6-8 years of overall experience in ETL/Data Integration. Best Practices: A strong understanding of data governance, security protocols, and compliance frameworks. Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline (or equivalent practical experience). Apply: If you are interested then please apply or share your updated CV on yogeshwari digital with your availability and I will give you a call back to discuss the role further. Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.
We are partnered with a growing cyber security business in Buckinghamshire, supporting customers with threat monitoring and incident response services. They are looking for a Cyber Security Analyst to join their growing SOC team, helping to investigate and respond to live security threats across customer environments. In this Cyber Security Analyst role, you will: Investigate and respond to security alerts across endpoint, network, and cloud environments Carry out deeper analysis on suspicious activity and support incident response actions Work closely with wider technical teams during live investigations and escalations Help improve detection processes, alert quality, and day-to-day SOC operations The ideal Cyber Security Analyst will have: Commercial experience within a SOC or cyber security operations environment Good understanding of threats such as phishing, malware, ransomware, and account compromise Experience using security tools such as SIEM, EDR, firewalls, or detection platforms A calm, methodical approach to investigation and problem solving under pressure This is a hybrid role (3 days per week at their Buckinghamshire office) with normal office hours (no shift pattern). You will receive ongoing training and exposure to a broad range of customer environments and technologies. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to continue developing within cyber operation. For more information on this Cyber Security Analyst role in Buckinghamshire, email Ed at (url removed) or call (phone number removed).
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
We are partnered with a growing cyber security business in Buckinghamshire, supporting customers with threat monitoring and incident response services. They are looking for a Cyber Security Analyst to join their growing SOC team, helping to investigate and respond to live security threats across customer environments. In this Cyber Security Analyst role, you will: Investigate and respond to security alerts across endpoint, network, and cloud environments Carry out deeper analysis on suspicious activity and support incident response actions Work closely with wider technical teams during live investigations and escalations Help improve detection processes, alert quality, and day-to-day SOC operations The ideal Cyber Security Analyst will have: Commercial experience within a SOC or cyber security operations environment Good understanding of threats such as phishing, malware, ransomware, and account compromise Experience using security tools such as SIEM, EDR, firewalls, or detection platforms A calm, methodical approach to investigation and problem solving under pressure This is a hybrid role (3 days per week at their Buckinghamshire office) with normal office hours (no shift pattern). You will receive ongoing training and exposure to a broad range of customer environments and technologies. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to continue developing within cyber operation. For more information on this Cyber Security Analyst role in Buckinghamshire, email Ed at (url removed) or call (phone number removed).
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a friendly and ambitious team who are always finding new ways to drive better use of data, right in the heart of central government? If so, we'd love to hear from you ! About the Team The NISTA Data & Insight Team brings together data scientists, engineers, analysts and digital professionals who genuinely care about learning from each other, sharing ideas and making things happen. Together we turn rich, high-value project data into analysis, insights and tools that support people across government, from project delivery teams to senior leaders in HMT, the Cabinet Office and No10, to make decisions that shape how the UK delivers its biggest and most complex projects. Working with the Government Major Projects Portfolio, the 10-year Infrastructure Pipeline and other project delivery data, your work will directly influence how major programmes are planned, delivered and improved. Over the last two years, the team has undergone a significant transformation, digitising large-scale project data collection and overhauling our digital and data infrastructure. This enables us to create high-impact dashboards and analytics as well as drive the development of AI tools. It means we can develop and share quickly, resulting in rapid iterative development with our users. And we continue to evolve, improve our capability and develop our skills. You'll be joining a supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment, where you can grow your skills, tackle meaningful challenges and make a real impact on the future of government delivery. About the Job In this role, you will: Design, build and evolve secure, well governed cloud data platforms and pipelines that reliably support complex analytical and operational needs. Provide strong technical leadership to the team, including setting direction, reviewing critical code, mentoring engineers and upholding high engineering standards. Define and enforce standards for data engineering, pipeline development and deployment to ensure platforms are scalable, maintainable and safe to change. Take hands on ownership of the most complex or high risk areas of the data platform to resolve issues, improve performance and reduce operational risk. This includes being fully across potential data security risks. Work closely with analysts, data scientists and infrastructure colleagues to shape robust technical designs that enable high quality analysis and insight. Act as a trusted technical adviser to senior stakeholders, clearly explaining options, risks and trade offs relating to data infrastructure, security and compliance. Drive continuous improvement in data services, improving quality, resilience and user experience for users and cross government partners. Design and create accessible data engineering solutions that can be utilised and understood by the wider team of analysts and scientists Build a high performing, motivated team by fostering a culture of learning, experimentation and professionalism, and by being an effective, supportive line manager. About You This role requires someone who can operate at pace across strategy and delivery, leading by example through hands on technical expertise while developing others and enabling the organisation to make effective, responsible use of modern data engineering by clearly explaining technical risks, options and trade-offs to senior stakeholders. Some of the Benefits our people love! Generous Annual Leave - 25 days (rising to 30 after 5 years), plus public holidays and the King's birthday. Outstanding Pension Scheme - Defined Benefit pension with employer contributions of 28% Parental Leave Packages - Including 6 months' occupational pay for maternity/adoption, shared parental leave options. Flexible & Hybrid Working - Options include part-time, job-share, compressed hours, flexitime, and hybrid working (where business needs allow). Advance Schemes & Discounts - Rental deposit, cycle-to-work, SmartTech, season ticket loans, and access to HM Treasury's benefits portal for a wide range of discount codes. For more information about the role and how to apply, please follow the apply link. If you need any reasonable adjustments to take part in the selection process, please tell us about this in your online application form, or speak to the recruitment team at .
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to join a friendly and ambitious team who are always finding new ways to drive better use of data, right in the heart of central government? If so, we'd love to hear from you ! About the Team The NISTA Data & Insight Team brings together data scientists, engineers, analysts and digital professionals who genuinely care about learning from each other, sharing ideas and making things happen. Together we turn rich, high-value project data into analysis, insights and tools that support people across government, from project delivery teams to senior leaders in HMT, the Cabinet Office and No10, to make decisions that shape how the UK delivers its biggest and most complex projects. Working with the Government Major Projects Portfolio, the 10-year Infrastructure Pipeline and other project delivery data, your work will directly influence how major programmes are planned, delivered and improved. Over the last two years, the team has undergone a significant transformation, digitising large-scale project data collection and overhauling our digital and data infrastructure. This enables us to create high-impact dashboards and analytics as well as drive the development of AI tools. It means we can develop and share quickly, resulting in rapid iterative development with our users. And we continue to evolve, improve our capability and develop our skills. You'll be joining a supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment, where you can grow your skills, tackle meaningful challenges and make a real impact on the future of government delivery. About the Job In this role, you will: Design, build and evolve secure, well governed cloud data platforms and pipelines that reliably support complex analytical and operational needs. Provide strong technical leadership to the team, including setting direction, reviewing critical code, mentoring engineers and upholding high engineering standards. Define and enforce standards for data engineering, pipeline development and deployment to ensure platforms are scalable, maintainable and safe to change. Take hands on ownership of the most complex or high risk areas of the data platform to resolve issues, improve performance and reduce operational risk. This includes being fully across potential data security risks. Work closely with analysts, data scientists and infrastructure colleagues to shape robust technical designs that enable high quality analysis and insight. Act as a trusted technical adviser to senior stakeholders, clearly explaining options, risks and trade offs relating to data infrastructure, security and compliance. Drive continuous improvement in data services, improving quality, resilience and user experience for users and cross government partners. Design and create accessible data engineering solutions that can be utilised and understood by the wider team of analysts and scientists Build a high performing, motivated team by fostering a culture of learning, experimentation and professionalism, and by being an effective, supportive line manager. About You This role requires someone who can operate at pace across strategy and delivery, leading by example through hands on technical expertise while developing others and enabling the organisation to make effective, responsible use of modern data engineering by clearly explaining technical risks, options and trade-offs to senior stakeholders. Some of the Benefits our people love! Generous Annual Leave - 25 days (rising to 30 after 5 years), plus public holidays and the King's birthday. Outstanding Pension Scheme - Defined Benefit pension with employer contributions of 28% Parental Leave Packages - Including 6 months' occupational pay for maternity/adoption, shared parental leave options. Flexible & Hybrid Working - Options include part-time, job-share, compressed hours, flexitime, and hybrid working (where business needs allow). Advance Schemes & Discounts - Rental deposit, cycle-to-work, SmartTech, season ticket loans, and access to HM Treasury's benefits portal for a wide range of discount codes. For more information about the role and how to apply, please follow the apply link. If you need any reasonable adjustments to take part in the selection process, please tell us about this in your online application form, or speak to the recruitment team at .
D365 Support Analyst Permanent 32,000 Salary on Appointment Tewkesbury Full Time On Site (5 Days per Week) A well-established organisation based in Tewkesbury is seeking an Information Systems Officer to support and enhance its Microsoft Dynamics 365 environment and wider business systems landscape. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience supporting business systems who enjoys working closely with users, improving processes, and helping organisations gain greater value from technology and data. The Role Working as part of a collaborative IT and business systems function, you will provide first-line and second-line support for Microsoft Dynamics 365 users across the organisation. You will act as a key systems champion, helping drive user adoption, process improvement, and best practice usage. You will also support configuration, testing, reporting, workflow improvements, and ongoing system enhancements, while liaising with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers. Key Responsibilities Provide first-line and second-line support for Microsoft Dynamics 365 users Support system configuration, including forms, views, dashboards, reports, workflows, and security roles Work with departments to gather requirements and help shape future systems improvements Analyse existing workflows and identify opportunities for automation and process optimisation Deliver user training and create supporting documentation and guides Liaise with third-party suppliers and wider IT teams regarding escalated issues and enhancements Monitor system performance and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives Promote effective and standardised use of Microsoft Dynamics 365 across the organisation About You The successful candidate is likely to have: Experience supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar business systems Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills An analytical and solutions-focused mindset Experience working with reports, dashboards, workflows, or system configuration An interest in process improvement and business systems optimisation Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop Experience with Microsoft Power Platform or Power Apps would be beneficial but is not essential. Additional Information Permanent position Salary on appointment around 32,000 Based in Tewkesbury Fully site-based role (5 days per week) Supportive environment with opportunities for training and development To apply or find out more, please send you CV to (url removed)
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
D365 Support Analyst Permanent 32,000 Salary on Appointment Tewkesbury Full Time On Site (5 Days per Week) A well-established organisation based in Tewkesbury is seeking an Information Systems Officer to support and enhance its Microsoft Dynamics 365 environment and wider business systems landscape. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience supporting business systems who enjoys working closely with users, improving processes, and helping organisations gain greater value from technology and data. The Role Working as part of a collaborative IT and business systems function, you will provide first-line and second-line support for Microsoft Dynamics 365 users across the organisation. You will act as a key systems champion, helping drive user adoption, process improvement, and best practice usage. You will also support configuration, testing, reporting, workflow improvements, and ongoing system enhancements, while liaising with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers. Key Responsibilities Provide first-line and second-line support for Microsoft Dynamics 365 users Support system configuration, including forms, views, dashboards, reports, workflows, and security roles Work with departments to gather requirements and help shape future systems improvements Analyse existing workflows and identify opportunities for automation and process optimisation Deliver user training and create supporting documentation and guides Liaise with third-party suppliers and wider IT teams regarding escalated issues and enhancements Monitor system performance and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives Promote effective and standardised use of Microsoft Dynamics 365 across the organisation About You The successful candidate is likely to have: Experience supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 or similar business systems Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills An analytical and solutions-focused mindset Experience working with reports, dashboards, workflows, or system configuration An interest in process improvement and business systems optimisation Good organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and develop Experience with Microsoft Power Platform or Power Apps would be beneficial but is not essential. Additional Information Permanent position Salary on appointment around 32,000 Based in Tewkesbury Fully site-based role (5 days per week) Supportive environment with opportunities for training and development To apply or find out more, please send you CV to (url removed)
Position: PIM Analyst - Maternity Cover (Fixed Term, 14 months) Location: Flintshire Competitive (depending on experience) + benefits (TBC) About the Role We're looking for a highly capable PIM Analyst to join the team on a maternity cover contract (approximately 14 months). This is a hands-on role supporting the management and optimisation of product and content data in a fast-paced, data-driven environment. You'll work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure product information is accurate, consistent and accessible across platforms. You'll also support system users day-to-day, help translate business needs into practical solutions, and assist with integrations and continuous improvement within the PIM landscape. Key Responsibilities Support business teams to gather, analyse and cleanse product data ahead of entry into the PIM system. Deliver end-user training and provide first-line support for divisional users (queries, issues, requests). Test new functionality, support UAT activities, and help validate fixes/enhancements. Translate business requirements into system solutions and support requirements capture and documentation. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and track KPIs for content quality and completeness. Monitor system health across environments (upgrades, custom extensions), including audits of user roles, performance and security certificates. Work within Stibo Systems STEP to complete data imports and make minor configuration changes. Manage and troubleshoot InDesign-linked documents/publications and resolve issues with templates/tables. Liaise with internal teams and third parties regarding outbound integrations and data exchanges from the PIM. Support the Project Manager by tracking requirements against system build and project milestones. Essential Skills & Experience Degree/education in a computer-related field (or equivalent experience). Strong working knowledge of common IT tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, JIRA or similar). Proven experience in data analysis/cleansing and working with structured data. Confident communicator able to support users and explain processes clearly. Desirable Skills & Experience Stibo Systems STEP experience (MDM Stibo Academy certifications a plus). Experience with enterprise integrations and/or Azure Integration Services. Adobe InDesign experience. Understanding of data warehousing and database design principles. How to Apply Email Nicola Evans: (url removed) or call (phone number removed) (HR GO Recruitment).
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Position: PIM Analyst - Maternity Cover (Fixed Term, 14 months) Location: Flintshire Competitive (depending on experience) + benefits (TBC) About the Role We're looking for a highly capable PIM Analyst to join the team on a maternity cover contract (approximately 14 months). This is a hands-on role supporting the management and optimisation of product and content data in a fast-paced, data-driven environment. You'll work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure product information is accurate, consistent and accessible across platforms. You'll also support system users day-to-day, help translate business needs into practical solutions, and assist with integrations and continuous improvement within the PIM landscape. Key Responsibilities Support business teams to gather, analyse and cleanse product data ahead of entry into the PIM system. Deliver end-user training and provide first-line support for divisional users (queries, issues, requests). Test new functionality, support UAT activities, and help validate fixes/enhancements. Translate business requirements into system solutions and support requirements capture and documentation. Collaborate with stakeholders to define and track KPIs for content quality and completeness. Monitor system health across environments (upgrades, custom extensions), including audits of user roles, performance and security certificates. Work within Stibo Systems STEP to complete data imports and make minor configuration changes. Manage and troubleshoot InDesign-linked documents/publications and resolve issues with templates/tables. Liaise with internal teams and third parties regarding outbound integrations and data exchanges from the PIM. Support the Project Manager by tracking requirements against system build and project milestones. Essential Skills & Experience Degree/education in a computer-related field (or equivalent experience). Strong working knowledge of common IT tools (Excel, Word, Outlook, JIRA or similar). Proven experience in data analysis/cleansing and working with structured data. Confident communicator able to support users and explain processes clearly. Desirable Skills & Experience Stibo Systems STEP experience (MDM Stibo Academy certifications a plus). Experience with enterprise integrations and/or Azure Integration Services. Adobe InDesign experience. Understanding of data warehousing and database design principles. How to Apply Email Nicola Evans: (url removed) or call (phone number removed) (HR GO Recruitment).
Senior Cyber Security & Network Analyst Location: Surrey - 2-3 days on-site Type: Permanent Overview We're looking for a Senior Cyber Security & Network Analyst to join a high-performing IT function responsible for protecting and supporting a complex enterprise environment. This is a hands-on, hybrid role combining cyber security operations, security engineering, and network infrastructure ownership . You'll play a key part in safeguarding systems, responding to threats, and driving continuous improvements across the organisation's security posture. What You'll Be Doing Lead day-to-day cyber security operations , ensuring systems remain protected and resilient Monitor and respond to threats via SIEM tools , investigating incidents and implementing fixes Manage and optimise next-generation firewalls (Palo Alto) and endpoint security platforms Oversee vulnerability management and patching (e.g. Qualys) Maintain and support network infrastructure (LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, load balancing, connectivity) Analyse security data to identify risks, threats, and vulnerabilities Deliver security-focused projects , including new tool implementation and enhancements Support security audits, access controls, and compliance requirements Collaborate with internal teams and third-party vendors to resolve complex issues Produce and maintain technical documentation, policies, and procedures Key Skills & Experience We're particularly interested in candidates with a strong mix of security + networking expertise, including: Proven experience in cyber security operations and engineering Strong hands-on experience with: Palo Alto Firewalls (essential) SIEM tools Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) Vulnerability management tools (e.g. Qualys) Solid networking knowledge: L2/L3 switching (Cisco Nexus) LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi (Aruba), load balancing Experience managing security incidents and threat response Understanding of data security, risk management, and compliance environments Exposure to working within structured or regulated environments is beneficial
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Senior Cyber Security & Network Analyst Location: Surrey - 2-3 days on-site Type: Permanent Overview We're looking for a Senior Cyber Security & Network Analyst to join a high-performing IT function responsible for protecting and supporting a complex enterprise environment. This is a hands-on, hybrid role combining cyber security operations, security engineering, and network infrastructure ownership . You'll play a key part in safeguarding systems, responding to threats, and driving continuous improvements across the organisation's security posture. What You'll Be Doing Lead day-to-day cyber security operations , ensuring systems remain protected and resilient Monitor and respond to threats via SIEM tools , investigating incidents and implementing fixes Manage and optimise next-generation firewalls (Palo Alto) and endpoint security platforms Oversee vulnerability management and patching (e.g. Qualys) Maintain and support network infrastructure (LAN, WAN, Wi-Fi, load balancing, connectivity) Analyse security data to identify risks, threats, and vulnerabilities Deliver security-focused projects , including new tool implementation and enhancements Support security audits, access controls, and compliance requirements Collaborate with internal teams and third-party vendors to resolve complex issues Produce and maintain technical documentation, policies, and procedures Key Skills & Experience We're particularly interested in candidates with a strong mix of security + networking expertise, including: Proven experience in cyber security operations and engineering Strong hands-on experience with: Palo Alto Firewalls (essential) SIEM tools Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR) Vulnerability management tools (e.g. Qualys) Solid networking knowledge: L2/L3 switching (Cisco Nexus) LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi (Aruba), load balancing Experience managing security incidents and threat response Understanding of data security, risk management, and compliance environments Exposure to working within structured or regulated environments is beneficial
Role: Senior Business Analyst (Cyber Resilience & Operational Transformation) Sector: Utilities / Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) Location: UK (Hybrid) Purpose of the Role Lead the business analysis, requirement elicitation, and governance frameworks for critical cyber resilience and operational transformation initiatives. This position bridges corporate technology and site-based industrial systems to translate complex cyber security, data protection, and business continuity expectations into executable, delivery-ready technical specifications. Key Responsibilities Cyber Security & Regulatory Alignment: Drive Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) aligned activities, executing control mapping, evidence collation, gap analysis, and compilation of robust regulatory Evidence Packs (EP) to satisfy NIS compliance. Resilience & Disaster Recovery (DR): Elicit and define comprehensive end-to-end Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BCDR) requirements, focusing on ransomware resilience, data recovery governance, and secure operational restoration. IT/OT Integration Assurance: Collaborate with cross-functional architecture and engineering teams to govern system onboarding (e.g., SIEM/SOC infrastructure monitoring) across both corporate enterprise and industrial Operational Technology (OT/SCADA) environments. Requirements Governance: Create procurement-grade business analysis artifacts, including functional/non-functional specifications, process maps (BPMN), and strict Requirements Traceability Matrices (RTM). Requirements Extensive experience operating as a Senior, Lead, or Principal Business Analyst within a utility, regulated energy network, or CNI environment. Deep domain fluency in cybersecurity, industrial data protection frameworks, and complex disaster recovery structures. Proven exposure mapping technical systems to regulatory frameworks (such as NIS regulations or NCSC guidelines). Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Role: Senior Business Analyst (Cyber Resilience & Operational Transformation) Sector: Utilities / Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) Location: UK (Hybrid) Purpose of the Role Lead the business analysis, requirement elicitation, and governance frameworks for critical cyber resilience and operational transformation initiatives. This position bridges corporate technology and site-based industrial systems to translate complex cyber security, data protection, and business continuity expectations into executable, delivery-ready technical specifications. Key Responsibilities Cyber Security & Regulatory Alignment: Drive Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF) aligned activities, executing control mapping, evidence collation, gap analysis, and compilation of robust regulatory Evidence Packs (EP) to satisfy NIS compliance. Resilience & Disaster Recovery (DR): Elicit and define comprehensive end-to-end Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery (BCDR) requirements, focusing on ransomware resilience, data recovery governance, and secure operational restoration. IT/OT Integration Assurance: Collaborate with cross-functional architecture and engineering teams to govern system onboarding (e.g., SIEM/SOC infrastructure monitoring) across both corporate enterprise and industrial Operational Technology (OT/SCADA) environments. Requirements Governance: Create procurement-grade business analysis artifacts, including functional/non-functional specifications, process maps (BPMN), and strict Requirements Traceability Matrices (RTM). Requirements Extensive experience operating as a Senior, Lead, or Principal Business Analyst within a utility, regulated energy network, or CNI environment. Deep domain fluency in cybersecurity, industrial data protection frameworks, and complex disaster recovery structures. Proven exposure mapping technical systems to regulatory frameworks (such as NIS regulations or NCSC guidelines). Randstad Technologies is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Your new company A leading not-for-profit organisation based across the North West is seeking a talented Microsoft 365 Developer on a permanent basis to join during a period of digital transformation. As a Microsoft 365 Developer, you will support the delivery of digital solutions across the organisation using the Microsoft Power Platform and wider M365 ecosystem. Working within a collaborative Business Systems team, you will design and build applications, automate workflows, and enhance productivity tools. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your technical skills while contributing to impactful, user-focused solutions. Your new role Develop and maintain solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate, and SharePoint Online Support integration of Microsoft 365 services (Teams, Outlook, OneDrive) with business applications Translate business requirements into technical solutions in collaboration with stakeholders Build and manage API integrations and custom connectors Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, and accessibility standards Participate in testing, deployment, and documentation of solutions Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and provide ongoing support Work alongside senior developers and analysts in an Agile environment Contribute to continuous improvement and adoption of new M365 capabilities What you'll need to succeed Experience developing with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 services including SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive Familiarity with scripting languages such as JavaScript, Power Fx, or HTML Understanding of APIs, data integration, and emerging tools such as AI Builder or Copilot Studio Awareness of M365 security, compliance, and data protection principles Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with stakeholders Experience working in Agile or iterative development environments What you'll get in return Hybrid working(2 days in the office per week) Salary negotiable on experience ( 42000- 46,000) 4 or 5 day weeks offered Generous annual leave plus bank holidays and additional service-related entitlement Competitive pension scheme Enhanced family leave policies Health and wellbeing benefits, including gym access and healthcare support Ongoing training and professional development opportunities Flexible working and a supportive, forward-thinking 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. 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)
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Your new company A leading not-for-profit organisation based across the North West is seeking a talented Microsoft 365 Developer on a permanent basis to join during a period of digital transformation. As a Microsoft 365 Developer, you will support the delivery of digital solutions across the organisation using the Microsoft Power Platform and wider M365 ecosystem. Working within a collaborative Business Systems team, you will design and build applications, automate workflows, and enhance productivity tools. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your technical skills while contributing to impactful, user-focused solutions. Your new role Develop and maintain solutions using Power Apps, Power Automate, and SharePoint Online Support integration of Microsoft 365 services (Teams, Outlook, OneDrive) with business applications Translate business requirements into technical solutions in collaboration with stakeholders Build and manage API integrations and custom connectors Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, and accessibility standards Participate in testing, deployment, and documentation of solutions Monitor performance, troubleshoot issues, and provide ongoing support Work alongside senior developers and analysts in an Agile environment Contribute to continuous improvement and adoption of new M365 capabilities What you'll need to succeed Experience developing with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 services including SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive Familiarity with scripting languages such as JavaScript, Power Fx, or HTML Understanding of APIs, data integration, and emerging tools such as AI Builder or Copilot Studio Awareness of M365 security, compliance, and data protection principles Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Ability to work collaboratively and communicate effectively with stakeholders Experience working in Agile or iterative development environments What you'll get in return Hybrid working(2 days in the office per week) Salary negotiable on experience ( 42000- 46,000) 4 or 5 day weeks offered Generous annual leave plus bank holidays and additional service-related entitlement Competitive pension scheme Enhanced family leave policies Health and wellbeing benefits, including gym access and healthcare support Ongoing training and professional development opportunities Flexible working and a supportive, forward-thinking 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. 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)
SECURITY OPERATIONS CENTER (SOC) ANALYST - CYBER SECURITY ANALYST Summer-Browning Associates is supporting our client in the Central Government who is seeking a SECURITY OPERATIONS CENTER (SOC) ANALYST for an initial 12-month assignment, with the possibility of extension. Location: London Hybrid The ideal candidates will hold active SC or DV clearance and have a proven background in Cyber Security, with the following skills and experience: Experience in SOC operations, incident response, and forensic analysis. Proficiency in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), including tools such as Splunk, Defender, and Tenable Threat Modelling System solutions, as well as with IDS/IPS and vulnerability scanners. Ability to perform triage of security events to determine their scope, priority, and impact, while making recommendations for efficient remediation. Experience in network security principles, firewalls, and access control mechanisms. Preferred Qualifications: - Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC are highly desirable. To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
SECURITY OPERATIONS CENTER (SOC) ANALYST - CYBER SECURITY ANALYST Summer-Browning Associates is supporting our client in the Central Government who is seeking a SECURITY OPERATIONS CENTER (SOC) ANALYST for an initial 12-month assignment, with the possibility of extension. Location: London Hybrid The ideal candidates will hold active SC or DV clearance and have a proven background in Cyber Security, with the following skills and experience: Experience in SOC operations, incident response, and forensic analysis. Proficiency in Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), including tools such as Splunk, Defender, and Tenable Threat Modelling System solutions, as well as with IDS/IPS and vulnerability scanners. Ability to perform triage of security events to determine their scope, priority, and impact, while making recommendations for efficient remediation. Experience in network security principles, firewalls, and access control mechanisms. Preferred Qualifications: - Industry certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CISSP, CISM, CEH, or GIAC are highly desirable. To apply, please submit your latest CV for review.
A job opportunity has arisen for an experienced IT Programme Manager to join a highly established organisation during a period of rapid technical and business transformation. Reporting to the Head of Programme Management, you will take responsibility for managing and delivering a critical, multi-year programme of IT/Technology transformation and cyber security projects. You will liaise with several key senior stakeholders, successfully influencing key decision making to ensure the IT Security Programme of works is initiated and delivered within the required timelines. Working as part of an innovative and fast-paced IT team, you will be responsible for line managing a team of three IT Project Managers, whilst taking ownership for the overall programme of work. You will work closely with Project Managers, PMO, IT Business Analysts, key business sponsors and key stakeholders to support project definition, to initiative, plan and deliver projects, demonstrating strong governance and reporting progress tracking to plan. Furthermore, you will take ownership of the IT Programme of project work and ensure delivery to time, budget, and quality measures. You will work alongside IT Team colleagues to review business requirements and suggest appropriate solutions, manage any external tender selection events with the procurement team and support investment sign off to help shape project business cases. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate: A proven track record of having worked as an IT Programme Manager, including experience of having delivered highly regulated projects/programmes You should ideally have experience working in the Utilities sector / experience of delivering IT solutions in or for utilities clients Have experience at managing a portfolio of projects and/or a programme of works in a largely outsourced environment Have extensive programme or portfolio management implementation experience, being able to control and deliver a programme or portfolio to time and budget requirements IT Programme/Portfolio Delivery experience Project implementation expertise Contractual/Commercial awareness and experience Process and Governance design and implementation expertise Degree level educated PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent Project Management qualification is essential Experience of tools such as MS DevOps, JIRA, MS Project Planner, etc. This position offers excellent scope for career progression plus a benefits package that includes: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme (5% employee contribution, 10% employer contribution) Annual bonus scheme 14 x salary Life Insurance Flexible benefits scheme options including corporate gym memberships, dental insurance and health cash-plans Access to Financial Wellbeing Programme Enhanced pay for parental leave Retail discounts and cashback scheme Flexible/hybrid working options If you would like to discuss this position in more detail, please apply with an updated CV or contact me for a confidential discussion. 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)
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
A job opportunity has arisen for an experienced IT Programme Manager to join a highly established organisation during a period of rapid technical and business transformation. Reporting to the Head of Programme Management, you will take responsibility for managing and delivering a critical, multi-year programme of IT/Technology transformation and cyber security projects. You will liaise with several key senior stakeholders, successfully influencing key decision making to ensure the IT Security Programme of works is initiated and delivered within the required timelines. Working as part of an innovative and fast-paced IT team, you will be responsible for line managing a team of three IT Project Managers, whilst taking ownership for the overall programme of work. You will work closely with Project Managers, PMO, IT Business Analysts, key business sponsors and key stakeholders to support project definition, to initiative, plan and deliver projects, demonstrating strong governance and reporting progress tracking to plan. Furthermore, you will take ownership of the IT Programme of project work and ensure delivery to time, budget, and quality measures. You will work alongside IT Team colleagues to review business requirements and suggest appropriate solutions, manage any external tender selection events with the procurement team and support investment sign off to help shape project business cases. The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate: A proven track record of having worked as an IT Programme Manager, including experience of having delivered highly regulated projects/programmes You should ideally have experience working in the Utilities sector / experience of delivering IT solutions in or for utilities clients Have experience at managing a portfolio of projects and/or a programme of works in a largely outsourced environment Have extensive programme or portfolio management implementation experience, being able to control and deliver a programme or portfolio to time and budget requirements IT Programme/Portfolio Delivery experience Project implementation expertise Contractual/Commercial awareness and experience Process and Governance design and implementation expertise Degree level educated PRINCE2 Practitioner or equivalent Project Management qualification is essential Experience of tools such as MS DevOps, JIRA, MS Project Planner, etc. This position offers excellent scope for career progression plus a benefits package that includes: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme (5% employee contribution, 10% employer contribution) Annual bonus scheme 14 x salary Life Insurance Flexible benefits scheme options including corporate gym memberships, dental insurance and health cash-plans Access to Financial Wellbeing Programme Enhanced pay for parental leave Retail discounts and cashback scheme Flexible/hybrid working options If you would like to discuss this position in more detail, please apply with an updated CV or contact me for a confidential discussion. 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)
Synapri are supporting a globally recognised Financial Services organisation looking for a Senior Cyber Security and Network Analyst to join their Business Technology Solution department to deliver end to end technology, applications, and services transformations. Responsibilities: Support the delivery and maintenance of the organisation's cyber security and network infrastructure, ensuring systems remain secure, resilient, and aligned to business needs Manage day-to-day security operations, including monitoring SIEM platforms, Firewalls, endpoint protection, and threat detection tools Investigate security incidents and vulnerabilities, recommending and implementing corrective actions where required Maintain and support network technologies including LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, Internet connectivity, and Layer 2/3 infrastructure Contribute to cyber security and infrastructure projects, including the implementation of new security controls and technologies Perform patching, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance across security and network environments to minimise risk and downtime Develop and maintain security policies, operational procedures, technical documentation, and compliance standards Support disaster recovery and business continuity planning, testing, and readiness activities Key Experience & Skills: Palo Alto Firewalls and all associated NG services Endpoint detection and remediation Proven track record in Cyber security and understanding of cyber security analysis, tools and software Experience of implementing, supporting and developing L2/3 network infrastructure Qualys Vulnerability Management Aruba Wifi L2/3 switching - Cisco Nexus Network Load balancing Penetration Testing (3rd Party) Incident management Data Security Please apply for further information.
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Synapri are supporting a globally recognised Financial Services organisation looking for a Senior Cyber Security and Network Analyst to join their Business Technology Solution department to deliver end to end technology, applications, and services transformations. Responsibilities: Support the delivery and maintenance of the organisation's cyber security and network infrastructure, ensuring systems remain secure, resilient, and aligned to business needs Manage day-to-day security operations, including monitoring SIEM platforms, Firewalls, endpoint protection, and threat detection tools Investigate security incidents and vulnerabilities, recommending and implementing corrective actions where required Maintain and support network technologies including LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi, Internet connectivity, and Layer 2/3 infrastructure Contribute to cyber security and infrastructure projects, including the implementation of new security controls and technologies Perform patching, upgrades, and ongoing maintenance across security and network environments to minimise risk and downtime Develop and maintain security policies, operational procedures, technical documentation, and compliance standards Support disaster recovery and business continuity planning, testing, and readiness activities Key Experience & Skills: Palo Alto Firewalls and all associated NG services Endpoint detection and remediation Proven track record in Cyber security and understanding of cyber security analysis, tools and software Experience of implementing, supporting and developing L2/3 network infrastructure Qualys Vulnerability Management Aruba Wifi L2/3 switching - Cisco Nexus Network Load balancing Penetration Testing (3rd Party) Incident management Data Security Please apply for further information.
Role: Finance and Procurement Manager Employer: Single Source Regulations Office Sector: Non-Departmental Public Body Location: London / Hybrid / Remote Salary: Up to £59,000 (pro rata) and Civil Service Pension + up to Zones 1-6 London oyster card + 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata) Closing Date: 26 June 2026 Interviews planned for: W/c 6 July 2026 Working pattern: Part-time (0.8 FTE). The SSRO welcomes flexible working arrangements. Introduction The Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) is an executive non-departmental public body that supports the regulatory framework for single source defence contracts established by Part 2 of the Defence Reform Act 2014. It plays a key role in the regulation of the UK government's 'single source,' or non-competitive, procurement of military goods, works and services. The framework places controls on the prices of qualifying defence contracts and requires greater transparency from defence contractors. In conducting its functions, the SSRO aims to ensure that government obtains good value for money in its expenditure on qualifying defence contracts, and that contractors are paid fair and reasonable prices. By working for the SSRO you will be an important part of a dynamic organisation. Our staff have a range of professional skills and include accountants, analysts, economists, researchers, and military experts. The SSRO is seeking a qualified accountant with experience in preparing and managing a corporate budget. This role involves managing a tight budget and provides an opportunity to tackle complex transactions working in an outsourced system environment. You will also be required to provide advice on the SSRO's financial policies and ensuring compliance across the organisation. Working with the Head of Corporate Services, this role will also provide end-to-end procurement support for the organisation's purchasing of goods and services. Whilst a procurement qualification is not needed for this role, some procurement experience (ideally gained in the public sector) is required. Role Responsibilities Finance Lead on the preparation of the SSRO's corporate budget and the subsequent management of it. Ensuring regular review of expenditure takes place; developing relationships with budget holders and/or managers within SSRO and understanding their priorities and spending plans; providing advice and guidance. Communicating and interpreting of financial data to non-financial managers to facilitate monitoring of annual spend outturn on projects and long-term contracts; Production of monthly, quarterly and annual budgets and forecast reporting. Liaising with budget holders and/or managers to collate information and identify key financial risks, pressures and opportunities. Adminstration of the quarterly drawdown of Grant-In-Aid funding. Providing input into the development of and then ensuring compliance with finance and procurement policies and procedures. Lead on the production of the Remunertion Report for inclusion in the Annual Report and Accounts. Assist with the management of the outsourced finance and payroll contract and supplier. Liaise with internal and external auditors on matters relating to the budget and remuneration report. Provide cover, as needed for the Finance Manager. Procurement Provide end-to-end procurement support activity, while identifying and managing procurement risks, including: supporting service managers in identifying appropriate routes to market, production of procurement project plans, securing internal approvals and managing any market pre-engagement. preparing and issuing procurement documentation and co-ordinating communications with bidders. supporting evaluation panels, assisting the Legal Team with any contract negotiations and making the contract award; and fulfilling relevant transparency requirements, including the publishing of notices and compliance with relevant government procurement policy. Contribute to the review and development of the SSRO's Procurement Strategy, policy and processes. Undertake periodic reviews and updating of the SSRO's procurement policy and procedures. Manage the SSRO's Contract Register and contract management processes. Liaise with internal and external auditors on matters relating to procurement. General Engage actively with internal and external stakeholders and work closely with them. Manage and maintain effective relationships. Actively learn and develop your skills and experience. Act with integrity, apply the SSRO's governance procedures, and promote good governance. Make best use of available technology and contribute to the delivery of new and innovative ways to deliver our work that improve quality and efficiency. Promote the SSRO's values. Undertake such other duties as the SSRO may require, in line with business need. Support working relationships with the MOD sponsor team, the internal audit function, NAO and HM Treasury. Represent the SSRO in meetings and other forums as requested. Participate actively and constructively in discussions in line with the SSRO's vision, values, objectives, and priorities. What skills do I need to be effective in this role? Essential criteria AAT qualified or Part qualified accountant e.g., CAB, ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA or equivalent Experience of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and supporting senior management with decision making. Experience of supporting end-to-end procurement activity. Strong financial analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, generate insights and construct solutions. Good communication skills with the ability to explain financial data to non-financial managers. Intermediate excel skills. Demonstrable ability to meet deadlines and a "can do" attitude with the willingness and ability to work flexibly and undertake a wide variety of activities. A natural team player who can interact easily with colleagues and have strong communication skills. An ability to switch between tasks, to quickly get up-to-speed on new subjects and to deliver to sometimes challenging timetables, consistently delivering high quality and robust advice and support. Strong communication skills, with ability to explain and defend a position to a variety of audiences and to express procurement issues in easy-to-understand plain English. A team player who enjoys and has experience of working collaboratively with others. An ability to build strong working relationships, internally and externally, and to engage with stakeholders at all levels in business and government. Desirable criteria Relevant professional qualification(s), or part qualification in procurement and supply. A good understanding of the defence sector. Experience of contract relationship management, and an understanding of how that can deliver and improve value for money. Experience of working in a similarly sized and funded NDPB, or a public body would be an advantage but is not essential Security clearance The role will require you to undergo and successfully secure national security vetting and obtain Security Check (SC) clearance. Applying for the position To apply for the position, please submit both of the following: A covering letter of no more than 1000 words (font size 12), clearly explaining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as outlined above, using appropriate examples; and Your CV, setting out your qualifications and experience. This should clearly include any professional bodies of which you are a member. Applications that do not contain both covering letter and CV may be rejected. The SSRO embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. We recruit by merit based on fair and open competition. Contact point for applicants:
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Role: Finance and Procurement Manager Employer: Single Source Regulations Office Sector: Non-Departmental Public Body Location: London / Hybrid / Remote Salary: Up to £59,000 (pro rata) and Civil Service Pension + up to Zones 1-6 London oyster card + 30 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata) Closing Date: 26 June 2026 Interviews planned for: W/c 6 July 2026 Working pattern: Part-time (0.8 FTE). The SSRO welcomes flexible working arrangements. Introduction The Single Source Regulations Office (SSRO) is an executive non-departmental public body that supports the regulatory framework for single source defence contracts established by Part 2 of the Defence Reform Act 2014. It plays a key role in the regulation of the UK government's 'single source,' or non-competitive, procurement of military goods, works and services. The framework places controls on the prices of qualifying defence contracts and requires greater transparency from defence contractors. In conducting its functions, the SSRO aims to ensure that government obtains good value for money in its expenditure on qualifying defence contracts, and that contractors are paid fair and reasonable prices. By working for the SSRO you will be an important part of a dynamic organisation. Our staff have a range of professional skills and include accountants, analysts, economists, researchers, and military experts. The SSRO is seeking a qualified accountant with experience in preparing and managing a corporate budget. This role involves managing a tight budget and provides an opportunity to tackle complex transactions working in an outsourced system environment. You will also be required to provide advice on the SSRO's financial policies and ensuring compliance across the organisation. Working with the Head of Corporate Services, this role will also provide end-to-end procurement support for the organisation's purchasing of goods and services. Whilst a procurement qualification is not needed for this role, some procurement experience (ideally gained in the public sector) is required. Role Responsibilities Finance Lead on the preparation of the SSRO's corporate budget and the subsequent management of it. Ensuring regular review of expenditure takes place; developing relationships with budget holders and/or managers within SSRO and understanding their priorities and spending plans; providing advice and guidance. Communicating and interpreting of financial data to non-financial managers to facilitate monitoring of annual spend outturn on projects and long-term contracts; Production of monthly, quarterly and annual budgets and forecast reporting. Liaising with budget holders and/or managers to collate information and identify key financial risks, pressures and opportunities. Adminstration of the quarterly drawdown of Grant-In-Aid funding. Providing input into the development of and then ensuring compliance with finance and procurement policies and procedures. Lead on the production of the Remunertion Report for inclusion in the Annual Report and Accounts. Assist with the management of the outsourced finance and payroll contract and supplier. Liaise with internal and external auditors on matters relating to the budget and remuneration report. Provide cover, as needed for the Finance Manager. Procurement Provide end-to-end procurement support activity, while identifying and managing procurement risks, including: supporting service managers in identifying appropriate routes to market, production of procurement project plans, securing internal approvals and managing any market pre-engagement. preparing and issuing procurement documentation and co-ordinating communications with bidders. supporting evaluation panels, assisting the Legal Team with any contract negotiations and making the contract award; and fulfilling relevant transparency requirements, including the publishing of notices and compliance with relevant government procurement policy. Contribute to the review and development of the SSRO's Procurement Strategy, policy and processes. Undertake periodic reviews and updating of the SSRO's procurement policy and procedures. Manage the SSRO's Contract Register and contract management processes. Liaise with internal and external auditors on matters relating to procurement. General Engage actively with internal and external stakeholders and work closely with them. Manage and maintain effective relationships. Actively learn and develop your skills and experience. Act with integrity, apply the SSRO's governance procedures, and promote good governance. Make best use of available technology and contribute to the delivery of new and innovative ways to deliver our work that improve quality and efficiency. Promote the SSRO's values. Undertake such other duties as the SSRO may require, in line with business need. Support working relationships with the MOD sponsor team, the internal audit function, NAO and HM Treasury. Represent the SSRO in meetings and other forums as requested. Participate actively and constructively in discussions in line with the SSRO's vision, values, objectives, and priorities. What skills do I need to be effective in this role? Essential criteria AAT qualified or Part qualified accountant e.g., CAB, ACA, CIMA, ACCA, CIPFA or equivalent Experience of financial planning, budgeting, forecasting and supporting senior management with decision making. Experience of supporting end-to-end procurement activity. Strong financial analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, generate insights and construct solutions. Good communication skills with the ability to explain financial data to non-financial managers. Intermediate excel skills. Demonstrable ability to meet deadlines and a "can do" attitude with the willingness and ability to work flexibly and undertake a wide variety of activities. A natural team player who can interact easily with colleagues and have strong communication skills. An ability to switch between tasks, to quickly get up-to-speed on new subjects and to deliver to sometimes challenging timetables, consistently delivering high quality and robust advice and support. Strong communication skills, with ability to explain and defend a position to a variety of audiences and to express procurement issues in easy-to-understand plain English. A team player who enjoys and has experience of working collaboratively with others. An ability to build strong working relationships, internally and externally, and to engage with stakeholders at all levels in business and government. Desirable criteria Relevant professional qualification(s), or part qualification in procurement and supply. A good understanding of the defence sector. Experience of contract relationship management, and an understanding of how that can deliver and improve value for money. Experience of working in a similarly sized and funded NDPB, or a public body would be an advantage but is not essential Security clearance The role will require you to undergo and successfully secure national security vetting and obtain Security Check (SC) clearance. Applying for the position To apply for the position, please submit both of the following: A covering letter of no more than 1000 words (font size 12), clearly explaining how you meet the essential and desirable criteria as outlined above, using appropriate examples; and Your CV, setting out your qualifications and experience. This should clearly include any professional bodies of which you are a member. Applications that do not contain both covering letter and CV may be rejected. The SSRO embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. We recruit by merit based on fair and open competition. Contact point for applicants:
Job Title: MDA Security Operations (SecOps) Engineer Clearance: DV required or ability to obtain Location: Portsmouth About the Role We are seeking a hand-on Security Operations (SecOps) Engineer to secure and operate a MoD-hosted private cloud environment and its associated services. You will play a key role in active defence of live services, combining security, vulnerability management, platform hardening, and operational security assurance. You will work across infrastructure, platform and data layers to ensure systems are secure, compliant and resilient within a highly governed environment. Key Responsibilities Monitor and respond to security events, alerts and incidents across cloud, platform, and application layers. Execute vulnerability scanning, patch assurance and configuration compliance checks. Maintain security tooling such as SIEM, EDR, vulnerability scanners, and cloud-native controls. Support ISO 27001 control operation and evidence collection. Ensure compliance with MoD security standards including JSP 440 and SbD requirements. Support internal/external audit, accreditation and remediation activities. Maintain secure configurations, firewall rules, access control policies, and logging standards. Provide security assurance during change, deployment and release activities. Support improvement of SecOps processes, SOPs and monitoring automation. Essential Skills Experience operating within a Security Operations or SecOps function Hands-on experience with SIEM (e.g. ELK), EDR and vulnerability tooling Experience securing Linux and Windows environments Understanding of ISO 27001 and secure configuration principles Experience supporting cloud or virtualised platforms (e.g. VMware) Ability to investigate and respond to security incidents Strong understanding of operational security within governed environments Eligible for DV clearance Desirable Experience in MOD or classified environments Automation experience (Ansible, Terraform, scripting) Experience with Nessus/Tenable or similar tools Familiarity with JSP 440/441/453 and NCSC guidance Role Purpose To deliver security operations for a private cloud platform, ensuring systems are actively monitored, vulnerabilities are managed, and services remain secure, compliant and resilient. Key Responsibilities Security Monitoring & Response Monitor SIEM, EDR and platform telemetry. Investigate alerts and perform incident triage and escalation. Conduct structured incident response activities. Vulnerability & Patch Management Execute vulnerability scans and interpret results. Prioritise remediation based on risk and impact. Track and verify remediation activities. Platform Security Engineering Maintain secure configurations across: VMware / virtualisation platforms. Linux and Windows systems. Network security controls (firewalls, proxies). Support least privilege and zero-trust principles. Security Tooling & Automation Operate and maintain SIEM, EDR and scanning tools. Improve detection rules and alert quality. Contribute to automation of security processes. Compliance & Assurance Support ISO 27001 control operation and evidence collection. Maintain audit trails and configuration baselines. Support JSP 440/441/453 compliance and accreditation. Change & Release Security Assess changes for security impact. Ensure deployments meet security requirements. Support secure-by-design implementation. Documentation & Continuous Improvement Maintain SOPs, runbooks and incident documentation. Contribute to improvement of SecOps processes and tooling. Essential Experience & Skills Experience in Security Operations or SecOps. SIEM, EDR and vulnerability management tooling experience. Strong Linux/Windows security and administration knowledge. Experience securing virtualised or cloud platforms. Understanding of ISO 27001 controls and audit processes. Ability to investigate and resolve security incidents. Awareness of networking and infrastructure security. Desirable MOD or defence environment experience. Knowledge of JSP 440/441/453. Automation/scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell). Experience with VMware NSX-T, vSphere. Security certifications (CISSP, Security+, GIAC etc.). Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: MDA Security Operations (SecOps) Engineer Clearance: DV required or ability to obtain Location: Portsmouth About the Role We are seeking a hand-on Security Operations (SecOps) Engineer to secure and operate a MoD-hosted private cloud environment and its associated services. You will play a key role in active defence of live services, combining security, vulnerability management, platform hardening, and operational security assurance. You will work across infrastructure, platform and data layers to ensure systems are secure, compliant and resilient within a highly governed environment. Key Responsibilities Monitor and respond to security events, alerts and incidents across cloud, platform, and application layers. Execute vulnerability scanning, patch assurance and configuration compliance checks. Maintain security tooling such as SIEM, EDR, vulnerability scanners, and cloud-native controls. Support ISO 27001 control operation and evidence collection. Ensure compliance with MoD security standards including JSP 440 and SbD requirements. Support internal/external audit, accreditation and remediation activities. Maintain secure configurations, firewall rules, access control policies, and logging standards. Provide security assurance during change, deployment and release activities. Support improvement of SecOps processes, SOPs and monitoring automation. Essential Skills Experience operating within a Security Operations or SecOps function Hands-on experience with SIEM (e.g. ELK), EDR and vulnerability tooling Experience securing Linux and Windows environments Understanding of ISO 27001 and secure configuration principles Experience supporting cloud or virtualised platforms (e.g. VMware) Ability to investigate and respond to security incidents Strong understanding of operational security within governed environments Eligible for DV clearance Desirable Experience in MOD or classified environments Automation experience (Ansible, Terraform, scripting) Experience with Nessus/Tenable or similar tools Familiarity with JSP 440/441/453 and NCSC guidance Role Purpose To deliver security operations for a private cloud platform, ensuring systems are actively monitored, vulnerabilities are managed, and services remain secure, compliant and resilient. Key Responsibilities Security Monitoring & Response Monitor SIEM, EDR and platform telemetry. Investigate alerts and perform incident triage and escalation. Conduct structured incident response activities. Vulnerability & Patch Management Execute vulnerability scans and interpret results. Prioritise remediation based on risk and impact. Track and verify remediation activities. Platform Security Engineering Maintain secure configurations across: VMware / virtualisation platforms. Linux and Windows systems. Network security controls (firewalls, proxies). Support least privilege and zero-trust principles. Security Tooling & Automation Operate and maintain SIEM, EDR and scanning tools. Improve detection rules and alert quality. Contribute to automation of security processes. Compliance & Assurance Support ISO 27001 control operation and evidence collection. Maintain audit trails and configuration baselines. Support JSP 440/441/453 compliance and accreditation. Change & Release Security Assess changes for security impact. Ensure deployments meet security requirements. Support secure-by-design implementation. Documentation & Continuous Improvement Maintain SOPs, runbooks and incident documentation. Contribute to improvement of SecOps processes and tooling. Essential Experience & Skills Experience in Security Operations or SecOps. SIEM, EDR and vulnerability management tooling experience. Strong Linux/Windows security and administration knowledge. Experience securing virtualised or cloud platforms. Understanding of ISO 27001 controls and audit processes. Ability to investigate and resolve security incidents. Awareness of networking and infrastructure security. Desirable MOD or defence environment experience. Knowledge of JSP 440/441/453. Automation/scripting (Python, Bash, PowerShell). Experience with VMware NSX-T, vSphere. Security certifications (CISSP, Security+, GIAC etc.). Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Your new company You'll be joining a well-established organisation delivering large-scale, data-driven transformation programmes within a highly complex and integrated technology environment. Working across multiple systems and platforms, the business operates at scale and partners with key stakeholders to deliver critical services. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, delivery-focused team where your expertise will directly contribute to high-impact programmes. Your new role We are recruiting for an experienced Business Systems Analyst on an initial 6-month contract (outside IR35). The role requires a minimum of 3 days per week on-site in Glasgow. You will play a key role in bridging business requirements and technical delivery, working on data-intensive projects involving system integrations, data flows, and transformation initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Leading business and systems analysis across complex, technical projects Managing changing requirements, late-stage updates, and evolving scope Working with stakeholders to identify dependencies and drive effective change Producing high-quality artefacts including: High-Level Design Specifications (HLDs) Data flows and transformation designs Sequence diagrams Source-to-target mappings Defining both functional and non-functional requirements (e.g. security, release strategy) Collaborating closely with developers to develop practical, deliverable solutions Supporting delivery within Agile/SCRUM frameworks Driving clear stakeholder communication and ensuring delivery progress What you'll need to succeed Essential: Minimum 10+ years' experience as a Business Systems Analyst, including strong technical experience Proven hands-on expertise in data analysis, working with: Oracle, SQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Excel JSON, CSV data formats Experience designing data flows, transformations, and mappings Strong experience producing HLDs and technical documentation Ability to identify non-functional requirements (e.g. security, release strategy) Strong stakeholder engagement across both business and technical teams Experience working with Agile (SCRUM) methodologies Proven ability to work in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities Experience collaborating with developers, product owners, and testers Hands-on approach with the ability to evolve workable solutions alongside engineering teams Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills Demonstrated persistence in tracking and driving tasks to completion Significant client-facing experience Ability to work on-site in Glasgow 3 days per week (essential) Desirable: Knowledge of: APIs, system integrations, MuleSoft SQL / PL-SQL Experience with tools such as: JIRA, Confluence, Visio, Draw.io Experience working on: Cloud migration, web services, and large-scale data platforms Experience within complex, multi-system, or government-linked 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)
Jun 13, 2026
Contractor
Your new company You'll be joining a well-established organisation delivering large-scale, data-driven transformation programmes within a highly complex and integrated technology environment. Working across multiple systems and platforms, the business operates at scale and partners with key stakeholders to deliver critical services. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, delivery-focused team where your expertise will directly contribute to high-impact programmes. Your new role We are recruiting for an experienced Business Systems Analyst on an initial 6-month contract (outside IR35). The role requires a minimum of 3 days per week on-site in Glasgow. You will play a key role in bridging business requirements and technical delivery, working on data-intensive projects involving system integrations, data flows, and transformation initiatives. Key responsibilities include: Leading business and systems analysis across complex, technical projects Managing changing requirements, late-stage updates, and evolving scope Working with stakeholders to identify dependencies and drive effective change Producing high-quality artefacts including: High-Level Design Specifications (HLDs) Data flows and transformation designs Sequence diagrams Source-to-target mappings Defining both functional and non-functional requirements (e.g. security, release strategy) Collaborating closely with developers to develop practical, deliverable solutions Supporting delivery within Agile/SCRUM frameworks Driving clear stakeholder communication and ensuring delivery progress What you'll need to succeed Essential: Minimum 10+ years' experience as a Business Systems Analyst, including strong technical experience Proven hands-on expertise in data analysis, working with: Oracle, SQL, MongoDB, DynamoDB, Excel JSON, CSV data formats Experience designing data flows, transformations, and mappings Strong experience producing HLDs and technical documentation Ability to identify non-functional requirements (e.g. security, release strategy) Strong stakeholder engagement across both business and technical teams Experience working with Agile (SCRUM) methodologies Proven ability to work in fast-paced environments with shifting priorities Experience collaborating with developers, product owners, and testers Hands-on approach with the ability to evolve workable solutions alongside engineering teams Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills Demonstrated persistence in tracking and driving tasks to completion Significant client-facing experience Ability to work on-site in Glasgow 3 days per week (essential) Desirable: Knowledge of: APIs, system integrations, MuleSoft SQL / PL-SQL Experience with tools such as: JIRA, Confluence, Visio, Draw.io Experience working on: Cloud migration, web services, and large-scale data platforms Experience within complex, multi-system, or government-linked 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)
Prestigious opportunity for an IT Support & Systems Analyst to join our team in Warrington.Market leaders in the design and manufacture of high quality solutions for the aerospace, defence, power generation, and high performance engineering sectors, we are inviting you to join our success story. With operations in the UK and Europe, we deliver cost effective, high quality solutions while partnering closely with customers across the full life cycle from design to in-service support. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with IT support experience who wants to broaden their skills across IT operations, systems, and cybersecurity. You'll play a key role in supporting end users while gaining exposure to infrastructure, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. Your responsibilities will be to: - Deliver 1st & 2nd line support across office and shop-floor environments Assist with Microsoft 365 & Active Directory administration Troubleshoot hardware, software, and access issues Manage onboarding/offboarding, user accounts, and permissions Support a range of devices including PCs, laptops and mobile devices Provide a high level of customer service and user training Device Management and patching Support IT Security, Audit and Compliance If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LETS TALK! Experience in IT support or service desk roles Strong knowledge of Windows, Microsoft 365, Active Directory Experience supporting end users, devices and applications Solid troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Understanding of cybersecurity best practices (MFA, patching, endpoint protection) Strong communication and user-focused mindset Knowledge of the following is advantageous but not essential: - Exposure to audits or compliance requirements Experience with endpoint security or patch management tools ERP or manufacturing environment experience Basic networking knowledge (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP) In return, you will be rewarded with ongoing career development and training and an enviable benefits package. Hybrid working is available upon completion of probation. 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)
Jun 13, 2026
Full time
Prestigious opportunity for an IT Support & Systems Analyst to join our team in Warrington.Market leaders in the design and manufacture of high quality solutions for the aerospace, defence, power generation, and high performance engineering sectors, we are inviting you to join our success story. With operations in the UK and Europe, we deliver cost effective, high quality solutions while partnering closely with customers across the full life cycle from design to in-service support. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with IT support experience who wants to broaden their skills across IT operations, systems, and cybersecurity. You'll play a key role in supporting end users while gaining exposure to infrastructure, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. Your responsibilities will be to: - Deliver 1st & 2nd line support across office and shop-floor environments Assist with Microsoft 365 & Active Directory administration Troubleshoot hardware, software, and access issues Manage onboarding/offboarding, user accounts, and permissions Support a range of devices including PCs, laptops and mobile devices Provide a high level of customer service and user training Device Management and patching Support IT Security, Audit and Compliance If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LETS TALK! Experience in IT support or service desk roles Strong knowledge of Windows, Microsoft 365, Active Directory Experience supporting end users, devices and applications Solid troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Understanding of cybersecurity best practices (MFA, patching, endpoint protection) Strong communication and user-focused mindset Knowledge of the following is advantageous but not essential: - Exposure to audits or compliance requirements Experience with endpoint security or patch management tools ERP or manufacturing environment experience Basic networking knowledge (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP) In return, you will be rewarded with ongoing career development and training and an enviable benefits package. Hybrid working is available upon completion of probation. 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)
