IT Support Manager Manchester Our client is undergoing a major digital transformation and is looking for an experienced IT Support Manager to lead and modernise their internal IT function. This is not a traditional maintenance role it is an opportunity to take ownership of a complex IT environment, improve operational performance, and help shape a modern, cloud-first infrastructure. Working closely with senior leadership, you will lead the IT support function, improve service delivery, strengthen security and infrastructure, and drive operational excellence across a distributed business environment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys building high-performing IT operations, and can balance strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise. Key Responsibilities IT Operations & Infrastructure Lead the company s internal IT support and infrastructure operations Manage networking, cloud-hosted services, and enterprise systems Oversee the transition toward a modern Microsoft 365 and cloud-based environment Maintain and improve security, backup, and disaster recovery systems Manage enterprise networking environments including firewalls, VPNs, LANs/VLANs, DNS, and DHCP Service Delivery & Operational Improvement Introduce and manage structured SLAs, KPIs, and incident management procedures Shift the IT function from reactive support to proactive service delivery Oversee the IT Helpdesk function and ensure high levels of user support across multiple locations and remote teams Create and maintain systems architecture and technical documentation Manage vendors and ensure accountability across third-party suppliers Leadership & Transformation Lead, coach, and develop the IT team Support major infrastructure, cloud migration, and hardware transformation projects Assess emerging technologies and conduct cost-benefit analysis for future investment Manage IT budgets and contribute to long-term technology strategy Skills & Experience Proven experience in a senior IT leadership or IT Support Manager role Strong background in infrastructure, networking, and cloud-based IT environments Experience managing Microsoft 365, Entra ID, SharePoint, Teams, and virtualised server environments Strong understanding of Cisco, Palo Alto, VPNs, firewalls, DNS, DHCP, and enterprise networking Experience with AWS or other cloud infrastructure platforms Familiarity with Apple environments, macOS/iOS device management, and Jamf is advantageous Experience with Google Workspace, Okta, Zoom, Atlassian products, and cloud collaboration tools Strong service delivery mindset with experience implementing SLAs and operational KPIs Excellent troubleshooting, leadership, and stakeholder management skills Why Join? This is an opportunity to play a key role in a business-wide technology transformation with strong backing from senior leadership. You will have the autonomy to improve systems, modernise operations, and create a high-performing IT environment that supports long-term business growth. Benefits Early finish every Friday Flexible working arrangements Company pension scheme Life assurance Private Medical Insurance Interested? Please Click Apply Now! IT Support Manager Manchester
May 21, 2026
Full time
IT Support Manager Manchester Our client is undergoing a major digital transformation and is looking for an experienced IT Support Manager to lead and modernise their internal IT function. This is not a traditional maintenance role it is an opportunity to take ownership of a complex IT environment, improve operational performance, and help shape a modern, cloud-first infrastructure. Working closely with senior leadership, you will lead the IT support function, improve service delivery, strengthen security and infrastructure, and drive operational excellence across a distributed business environment. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments, enjoys building high-performing IT operations, and can balance strategic leadership with hands-on technical expertise. Key Responsibilities IT Operations & Infrastructure Lead the company s internal IT support and infrastructure operations Manage networking, cloud-hosted services, and enterprise systems Oversee the transition toward a modern Microsoft 365 and cloud-based environment Maintain and improve security, backup, and disaster recovery systems Manage enterprise networking environments including firewalls, VPNs, LANs/VLANs, DNS, and DHCP Service Delivery & Operational Improvement Introduce and manage structured SLAs, KPIs, and incident management procedures Shift the IT function from reactive support to proactive service delivery Oversee the IT Helpdesk function and ensure high levels of user support across multiple locations and remote teams Create and maintain systems architecture and technical documentation Manage vendors and ensure accountability across third-party suppliers Leadership & Transformation Lead, coach, and develop the IT team Support major infrastructure, cloud migration, and hardware transformation projects Assess emerging technologies and conduct cost-benefit analysis for future investment Manage IT budgets and contribute to long-term technology strategy Skills & Experience Proven experience in a senior IT leadership or IT Support Manager role Strong background in infrastructure, networking, and cloud-based IT environments Experience managing Microsoft 365, Entra ID, SharePoint, Teams, and virtualised server environments Strong understanding of Cisco, Palo Alto, VPNs, firewalls, DNS, DHCP, and enterprise networking Experience with AWS or other cloud infrastructure platforms Familiarity with Apple environments, macOS/iOS device management, and Jamf is advantageous Experience with Google Workspace, Okta, Zoom, Atlassian products, and cloud collaboration tools Strong service delivery mindset with experience implementing SLAs and operational KPIs Excellent troubleshooting, leadership, and stakeholder management skills Why Join? This is an opportunity to play a key role in a business-wide technology transformation with strong backing from senior leadership. You will have the autonomy to improve systems, modernise operations, and create a high-performing IT environment that supports long-term business growth. Benefits Early finish every Friday Flexible working arrangements Company pension scheme Life assurance Private Medical Insurance Interested? Please Click Apply Now! IT Support Manager Manchester
Is it time to step into a role where you take real ownership of complex, high-precision technology? An innovative Oxfordshire-based company is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to help shape and deliver the software behind next-generation systems. This is a hands-on role combining technical leadership with close collaboration across software and advanced hardware teams. You will play a key role in designing and developing robust applications that directly control precision hardware platforms. The position goes beyond feature delivery. You will influence architecture, strengthen engineering standards, support system deployments and mentor a small team, while remaining actively involved in coding. This opportunity would suit an experienced engineer with a strong background in C# and .NET, alongside Python for tooling or data work. Experience developing software that interfaces with hardware systems is important, particularly where reliability, timing and real-world performance matter. You should also be confident mentoring or technically guiding other engineers. Experience within industrial systems, cloud-connected platforms, networking or security would be advantageous. Salary: 65,000 to 70,000.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Is it time to step into a role where you take real ownership of complex, high-precision technology? An innovative Oxfordshire-based company is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to help shape and deliver the software behind next-generation systems. This is a hands-on role combining technical leadership with close collaboration across software and advanced hardware teams. You will play a key role in designing and developing robust applications that directly control precision hardware platforms. The position goes beyond feature delivery. You will influence architecture, strengthen engineering standards, support system deployments and mentor a small team, while remaining actively involved in coding. This opportunity would suit an experienced engineer with a strong background in C# and .NET, alongside Python for tooling or data work. Experience developing software that interfaces with hardware systems is important, particularly where reliability, timing and real-world performance matter. You should also be confident mentoring or technically guiding other engineers. Experience within industrial systems, cloud-connected platforms, networking or security would be advantageous. Salary: 65,000 to 70,000.
This role is based from our office in Breedon on the Hill in Derbyshire, circa 3 days per week, therefore you must live within a commutable distance of this location. Breedon is continuing to modernise its IT landscape and is looking for an Infrastructure Engineer to support and help shape this journey. You'll be part of a small, collaborative infrastructure team, responsible for keeping our core platforms running smoothly while also supporting a number of improvement and transformation initiatives. A key part of the role will be supporting our transition away from a third-party private cloud provider to a self-hosted Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI) platform housed in a datacentre, alongside greater use of Microsoft Azure. The role offers a good balance between day-to-day operational support and project work, with opportunities to get involved in design decisions, automation, security improvements, and closer working with teams across the business. Key Responsibilities Infrastructure & Platform Support Support and maintain on-premises and hybrid infrastructure, including our move to a self-hosted HCI environment. Manage and support Windows Server and virtualised platforms, ensuring they remain reliable, secure, and fit for purpose. Ensure Windows security updates are applied within a 14-day compliance window, aligned with internal standards. Support and enhance our Azure environment, helping ensure cloud services are well managed and aligned to business needs. Azure & Internal Collaboration Work closely with the Data & Analytics team, providing infrastructure support for Azure-based tools and platforms. Assist with ongoing optimisation of cloud resources, including availability, security, and cost awareness. Act as an infrastructure point of contact for cloud-related projects and changes. Specialist Platforms Provide light-touch operational support for a small Kubernetes environment, primarily from a platform and reliability perspective. Assist with the maintenance of Docker containers used by internal teams, including supporting packaged applications and data-driven tooling (such as KNIME). Support workloads running on Linux, with a practical, support-focused approach alongside the wider Windows estate Experience in deploying end user application access via Parallels, or similar VDI platforms. Automation & Continuous Improvement Use Infrastructure as Code and scripting (ARM, Bicep, PowerShell or similar) to improve consistency and reduce manual effort. Help automate repeatable tasks and standard builds where it makes sense. Security, Compliance & Resilience Support infrastructure security controls across both on-prem and cloud platforms. Contribute towards Breedon's goal of achieving Cyber Essentials Plus, including preparation, remediation, and evidence gathering. Track and remediate findings from ongoing penetration testing. Assist with patch management, certificate renewals, backups, and disaster recovery processes. Support, Change & Documentation Provide 3rd-line infrastructure support and help resolve complex technical issues. Participate in change management activities, ensuring risks are understood and changes are well communicated. Produce clear documentation covering configurations, standards, and run-books. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Around 3+ years' experience in an Infrastructure Engineer (or similar) role. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure. Strong working knowledge of: Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online Windows Server () Entra, Active Directory and Group Policy Virtualisation platforms Core networking (DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs, firewalls) A solid understanding of infrastructure security fundamentals (patching, monitoring, certificates). Well organised, able to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Comfortable working with both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. Desirable Experience Experience supporting organisations moving services into Azure. ITIL Foundational Accreditation Some exposure to Linux environments, containers, or Kubernetes from a support perspective. Experience working alongside data or analytics platforms. Previous involvement in Cyber Essentials Plus or similar security standards. Azure certifications (e.g. Azure Solutions Architect) are beneficial but not essential. Job Benefits Car Allowance 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Free on-site Parking Holiday Buy Scheme Volunteer Scheme Share Save Scheme Life Assurance Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Scheme Health & Wellbeing Initiatives Discount Scheme
May 21, 2026
Full time
This role is based from our office in Breedon on the Hill in Derbyshire, circa 3 days per week, therefore you must live within a commutable distance of this location. Breedon is continuing to modernise its IT landscape and is looking for an Infrastructure Engineer to support and help shape this journey. You'll be part of a small, collaborative infrastructure team, responsible for keeping our core platforms running smoothly while also supporting a number of improvement and transformation initiatives. A key part of the role will be supporting our transition away from a third-party private cloud provider to a self-hosted Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI) platform housed in a datacentre, alongside greater use of Microsoft Azure. The role offers a good balance between day-to-day operational support and project work, with opportunities to get involved in design decisions, automation, security improvements, and closer working with teams across the business. Key Responsibilities Infrastructure & Platform Support Support and maintain on-premises and hybrid infrastructure, including our move to a self-hosted HCI environment. Manage and support Windows Server and virtualised platforms, ensuring they remain reliable, secure, and fit for purpose. Ensure Windows security updates are applied within a 14-day compliance window, aligned with internal standards. Support and enhance our Azure environment, helping ensure cloud services are well managed and aligned to business needs. Azure & Internal Collaboration Work closely with the Data & Analytics team, providing infrastructure support for Azure-based tools and platforms. Assist with ongoing optimisation of cloud resources, including availability, security, and cost awareness. Act as an infrastructure point of contact for cloud-related projects and changes. Specialist Platforms Provide light-touch operational support for a small Kubernetes environment, primarily from a platform and reliability perspective. Assist with the maintenance of Docker containers used by internal teams, including supporting packaged applications and data-driven tooling (such as KNIME). Support workloads running on Linux, with a practical, support-focused approach alongside the wider Windows estate Experience in deploying end user application access via Parallels, or similar VDI platforms. Automation & Continuous Improvement Use Infrastructure as Code and scripting (ARM, Bicep, PowerShell or similar) to improve consistency and reduce manual effort. Help automate repeatable tasks and standard builds where it makes sense. Security, Compliance & Resilience Support infrastructure security controls across both on-prem and cloud platforms. Contribute towards Breedon's goal of achieving Cyber Essentials Plus, including preparation, remediation, and evidence gathering. Track and remediate findings from ongoing penetration testing. Assist with patch management, certificate renewals, backups, and disaster recovery processes. Support, Change & Documentation Provide 3rd-line infrastructure support and help resolve complex technical issues. Participate in change management activities, ensuring risks are understood and changes are well communicated. Produce clear documentation covering configurations, standards, and run-books. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Around 3+ years' experience in an Infrastructure Engineer (or similar) role. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure. Strong working knowledge of: Microsoft 365 and Exchange Online Windows Server () Entra, Active Directory and Group Policy Virtualisation platforms Core networking (DNS, DHCP, VLANs, VPNs, firewalls) A solid understanding of infrastructure security fundamentals (patching, monitoring, certificates). Well organised, able to manage multiple tasks and priorities. Comfortable working with both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. Desirable Experience Experience supporting organisations moving services into Azure. ITIL Foundational Accreditation Some exposure to Linux environments, containers, or Kubernetes from a support perspective. Experience working alongside data or analytics platforms. Previous involvement in Cyber Essentials Plus or similar security standards. Azure certifications (e.g. Azure Solutions Architect) are beneficial but not essential. Job Benefits Car Allowance 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Contributory Pension Scheme Free on-site Parking Holiday Buy Scheme Volunteer Scheme Share Save Scheme Life Assurance Enhanced Maternity, Adoption & Paternity Scheme Health & Wellbeing Initiatives Discount Scheme
We are currently supporting a global IT consultancy delivering cloud transformation and secure platform services into a highly secure customer environment. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on SC Cleared AWS Technical Architect with strong experience designing secure, scalable AWS environments within enterprise or regulated environments. The role will focus heavily on AWS Landing Zone architecture, cloud networking, security, automation, and mentoring engineering teams across a major cloud transformation programme. Key Responsibilities: Design secure, scalable and resilient AWS cloud architectures Lead AWS Landing Zone redesign and implementation activities Define As-Is and To-Be architecture designs and migration strategies Drive Infrastructure as Code and automation best practices using Terraform Work closely with DevOps, CloudOps and engineering teams Architect secure network solutions including Transit Gateway, Direct Connect and hybrid connectivity Implement AWS security best practices across IAM, encryption, logging and monitoring Support CI/CD pipeline implementation using GitHub Actions Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance to engineering teams and customer stakeholders Support cloud migration and modernisation initiatives across complex AWS estates Essential Skills & Experience: Due to the nature of the project, the successful candidate will have a valid UK SC Clearance Proven experience as an AWS Technical Architect or AWS Cloud Architect Strong hands-on AWS experience across infrastructure, networking and security Expertise with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code Strong knowledge of AWS Control Tower, AWS Organizations and Landing Zones Experience designing secure multi-account AWS environments Strong networking knowledge including VPCs, Transit Gateway, Route53, PrivateLink and Direct Connect Experience with authentication and federation technologies including OAUTH2, SAML and OIDC Experience working within DevOps/CloudOps environments Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Nice to Have: Experience with Palo Alto Cloud NGFW EKS/ECS/containerisation experience Python, Bash or PowerShell Scripting Experience within Defence, Government or other secure environments AWS Professional or Specialty certifications This is a technically hands-on architecture role within a fast-paced secure cloud programme, offering the opportunity to work on complex AWS transformation initiatives within a highly collaborative environment.
May 21, 2026
Contractor
We are currently supporting a global IT consultancy delivering cloud transformation and secure platform services into a highly secure customer environment. This opportunity is ideal for a hands-on SC Cleared AWS Technical Architect with strong experience designing secure, scalable AWS environments within enterprise or regulated environments. The role will focus heavily on AWS Landing Zone architecture, cloud networking, security, automation, and mentoring engineering teams across a major cloud transformation programme. Key Responsibilities: Design secure, scalable and resilient AWS cloud architectures Lead AWS Landing Zone redesign and implementation activities Define As-Is and To-Be architecture designs and migration strategies Drive Infrastructure as Code and automation best practices using Terraform Work closely with DevOps, CloudOps and engineering teams Architect secure network solutions including Transit Gateway, Direct Connect and hybrid connectivity Implement AWS security best practices across IAM, encryption, logging and monitoring Support CI/CD pipeline implementation using GitHub Actions Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance to engineering teams and customer stakeholders Support cloud migration and modernisation initiatives across complex AWS estates Essential Skills & Experience: Due to the nature of the project, the successful candidate will have a valid UK SC Clearance Proven experience as an AWS Technical Architect or AWS Cloud Architect Strong hands-on AWS experience across infrastructure, networking and security Expertise with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code Strong knowledge of AWS Control Tower, AWS Organizations and Landing Zones Experience designing secure multi-account AWS environments Strong networking knowledge including VPCs, Transit Gateway, Route53, PrivateLink and Direct Connect Experience with authentication and federation technologies including OAUTH2, SAML and OIDC Experience working within DevOps/CloudOps environments Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills Nice to Have: Experience with Palo Alto Cloud NGFW EKS/ECS/containerisation experience Python, Bash or PowerShell Scripting Experience within Defence, Government or other secure environments AWS Professional or Specialty certifications This is a technically hands-on architecture role within a fast-paced secure cloud programme, offering the opportunity to work on complex AWS transformation initiatives within a highly collaborative environment.
Join a leading independent technology and services provider as a VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Consultant/Specialist Engineer. Job Overview We're partnering with a leading global IT services provider undergoing significant growth across its VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) practice.This is a project-driven, customer-facing role, not BAU support. You will play a key role in delivering enterprise-scale cloud and infrastructure transformation programmes, working across multiple client environments.With a strong pipeline of secured work, this opportunity offers long-term contract stability, exposure to cutting-edge VCF 5.x and VCF 9 environments, and the chance to work on modern hybrid cloud platforms and automation-led infrastructure. Job Title: VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Consultant/Specialist Engineer. Location: Hybrid - London (Blackfriars), Hatfield + UK client sites Duration: Initial [6-12 months] + strong extension pipeline Start: ASAP What You'll Be Doing Leading and supporting end-to-end VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) deployments, including design, build, configuration, upgrade, and optimisation Delivering greenfield deployments and brownfield migrations (VCF Import scenarios) across enterprise environments Managing SDDC life cycle operations, including patching, upgrades, and workload domain management via SDDC Manager. Implementing and optimising core VCF components: vSphere (ESXi, vCenter, HA/DRS)vSAN (HCI storage, ESA/OSA architectures)NSX (network virtualisation, micro-segmentation, load balancing) Driving automation and infrastructure modernisation using Scripting, APIs, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Supporting hybrid cloud architectures, including workload mobility and migration strategies (eg, HCX) Working within multidisciplinary engineering teams on client-facing engagements Engaging with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions Contributing to broader cloud transformation and platform engineering initiatives What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience delivering VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF 5.x and/or VCF 9) solutions Deep expertise across the VMware stack: vSphere (compute virtualisation)vSAN (software-defined storage)NSX (networking & security)SDDC Manager (life cycle and automation) Proven experience delivering end-to-end VMware solutions in enterprise-scale environments Experience with: VCF deployments (greenfield) and migrations (brownfield) Life cycle management (patching, upgrades, optimisation) Strong troubleshooting, performance tuning, and optimisation skills Experience working in customer-facing or consulting environments Strong stakeholder management, communication, and documentation skills VCP-VCF certification (or actively working towards certification) Desirable Skills & Experience Experience with automation and Scripting, including: PowerCLI (highly desirable) Python VMware REST APIs Exposure to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevOps tooling: Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD pipelines (eg, Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps) Knowledge of VMware Tanzu/Kubernetes (TKG) and container platforms Experience with hybrid/multi-cloud environments (VMware Cloud on AWS, Azure VMware Solution, etc.) Familiarity with the broader VMware ecosystem: VMware Aria Suite (Operations, Automation) HCX (migration tooling) NSX Advanced Load Balancer (Avi) Understanding of enterprise security and compliance, including: NSX micro-segmentation Identity integration (AD/Entra ID) Experience working across multi-client consultancy or project delivery environments Working Model & Benefits Hybrid working across UK All client travel fully expensed Exposure to multiple enterprise environments Strong pipeline of long-term transformation programmes VMware Certification and training opportunities How to Apply: 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 Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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 on our website.
May 21, 2026
Contractor
Join a leading independent technology and services provider as a VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Consultant/Specialist Engineer. Job Overview We're partnering with a leading global IT services provider undergoing significant growth across its VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) practice.This is a project-driven, customer-facing role, not BAU support. You will play a key role in delivering enterprise-scale cloud and infrastructure transformation programmes, working across multiple client environments.With a strong pipeline of secured work, this opportunity offers long-term contract stability, exposure to cutting-edge VCF 5.x and VCF 9 environments, and the chance to work on modern hybrid cloud platforms and automation-led infrastructure. Job Title: VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) Consultant/Specialist Engineer. Location: Hybrid - London (Blackfriars), Hatfield + UK client sites Duration: Initial [6-12 months] + strong extension pipeline Start: ASAP What You'll Be Doing Leading and supporting end-to-end VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) deployments, including design, build, configuration, upgrade, and optimisation Delivering greenfield deployments and brownfield migrations (VCF Import scenarios) across enterprise environments Managing SDDC life cycle operations, including patching, upgrades, and workload domain management via SDDC Manager. Implementing and optimising core VCF components: vSphere (ESXi, vCenter, HA/DRS)vSAN (HCI storage, ESA/OSA architectures)NSX (network virtualisation, micro-segmentation, load balancing) Driving automation and infrastructure modernisation using Scripting, APIs, and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Supporting hybrid cloud architectures, including workload mobility and migration strategies (eg, HCX) Working within multidisciplinary engineering teams on client-facing engagements Engaging with stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical solutions Contributing to broader cloud transformation and platform engineering initiatives What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience delivering VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF 5.x and/or VCF 9) solutions Deep expertise across the VMware stack: vSphere (compute virtualisation)vSAN (software-defined storage)NSX (networking & security)SDDC Manager (life cycle and automation) Proven experience delivering end-to-end VMware solutions in enterprise-scale environments Experience with: VCF deployments (greenfield) and migrations (brownfield) Life cycle management (patching, upgrades, optimisation) Strong troubleshooting, performance tuning, and optimisation skills Experience working in customer-facing or consulting environments Strong stakeholder management, communication, and documentation skills VCP-VCF certification (or actively working towards certification) Desirable Skills & Experience Experience with automation and Scripting, including: PowerCLI (highly desirable) Python VMware REST APIs Exposure to Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevOps tooling: Terraform, Ansible, CI/CD pipelines (eg, Jenkins, GitLab, Azure DevOps) Knowledge of VMware Tanzu/Kubernetes (TKG) and container platforms Experience with hybrid/multi-cloud environments (VMware Cloud on AWS, Azure VMware Solution, etc.) Familiarity with the broader VMware ecosystem: VMware Aria Suite (Operations, Automation) HCX (migration tooling) NSX Advanced Load Balancer (Avi) Understanding of enterprise security and compliance, including: NSX micro-segmentation Identity integration (AD/Entra ID) Experience working across multi-client consultancy or project delivery environments Working Model & Benefits Hybrid working across UK All client travel fully expensed Exposure to multiple enterprise environments Strong pipeline of long-term transformation programmes VMware Certification and training opportunities How to Apply: 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 Talent Solutions is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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 on our website.
Job Title: DV Cleared Network Engineer Location: Corsham Duration: 6 months with possible extension Rate: Up to 600 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the DV Clearance process Our Client, a leader in defence and security, is hiring for a reputable organisation to support on a satellite network project. This is an exciting opportunity for a Network Engineer to work on a high-profile, fast-paced programme with national and international travel. What you'll be doing: Responding to network faults and incidents, providing third-line support Managing installation, configuration, and testing of new system components Ensuring new services meet UK security standards Performing upgrades, enhancements, and managing obsolescence Supporting the design and security of military communication networks, including satellite systems What you'll bring: Experience in designing and delivering IP communication networks, ideally with Cisco accreditation (CCNP preferred) Knowledge of IP network architectures and serial communications Familiarity with RF Satellite communications technology (advantageous) Background in telecommunications or satellite communication environments Understanding of systems engineering lifecycle and processes Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline This full-time role offers hybrid working options and the chance to contribute to critical national security projects. We value collaboration, resilience, and innovative problem-solving. If you are a motivated professional with the right skills and security clearance, we want to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team delivering vital solutions that protect and serve. Apply now!
May 21, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: DV Cleared Network Engineer Location: Corsham Duration: 6 months with possible extension Rate: Up to 600 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the DV Clearance process Our Client, a leader in defence and security, is hiring for a reputable organisation to support on a satellite network project. This is an exciting opportunity for a Network Engineer to work on a high-profile, fast-paced programme with national and international travel. What you'll be doing: Responding to network faults and incidents, providing third-line support Managing installation, configuration, and testing of new system components Ensuring new services meet UK security standards Performing upgrades, enhancements, and managing obsolescence Supporting the design and security of military communication networks, including satellite systems What you'll bring: Experience in designing and delivering IP communication networks, ideally with Cisco accreditation (CCNP preferred) Knowledge of IP network architectures and serial communications Familiarity with RF Satellite communications technology (advantageous) Background in telecommunications or satellite communication environments Understanding of systems engineering lifecycle and processes Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant engineering discipline This full-time role offers hybrid working options and the chance to contribute to critical national security projects. We value collaboration, resilience, and innovative problem-solving. If you are a motivated professional with the right skills and security clearance, we want to hear from you. Join us and be part of a team delivering vital solutions that protect and serve. Apply now!
Event Management Consultant (DV Cleared) Security clearance: Active UK DV clearance (essential) Location: Corsham area (hybrid working - approx. 60% onsite / 40% remote) Contract length: 6 months (initial) Rate: Up to 700/day IR35: Inside IR35 Start: ASAP (subject to onboarding) Overview We're looking for a DV Cleared Event Management Consultant to join a Hosting & Tooling team supporting a critical environment. You'll work across BAU and project activity, shaping event management policy, improving monitoring outcomes, and enhancing operational insight. Key requirements (must-have) Active UK DV clearance BMC TrueSight Orchestration Splunk Enterprise Event Management experience What you'll be doing Liaising directly with stakeholder teams, providing guidance and support Creating event management policies for internal services and distribution solutions Delivering high-level functional analysis to support operational needs Maintaining operational tooling in line with service deliverables Supporting project tasks and working with project managers and engineers Producing technical documentation and architecture diagrams Building and maintaining operational dashboards to support service requirements Experience & technical skills (ideal) Strong background in enterprise monitoring/tooling (certifications beneficial) Tooling experience including BMC TrueSight , BMC Discovery , and Splunk Agent deployment and management Tooling installation/configuration/customisation SNMP / MIB management Environments: Windows, AIX, Linux Scripting/automation: Python and/or PowerShell Monitoring exposure (beneficial): Zabbix, Nagios, SolarWinds, HP OpenView, Tivoli Monitoring/Netcool Good grasp of networking concepts/protocols Automation/integration using REST APIs Splunk depth preferred, including: Rule creation and advanced logic SPL SQL skills Dashboard development Important note on clearance Candidates must already hold active UK DV clearance to be considered (sponsorship/upgrade is not available for this requirement).
May 21, 2026
Contractor
Event Management Consultant (DV Cleared) Security clearance: Active UK DV clearance (essential) Location: Corsham area (hybrid working - approx. 60% onsite / 40% remote) Contract length: 6 months (initial) Rate: Up to 700/day IR35: Inside IR35 Start: ASAP (subject to onboarding) Overview We're looking for a DV Cleared Event Management Consultant to join a Hosting & Tooling team supporting a critical environment. You'll work across BAU and project activity, shaping event management policy, improving monitoring outcomes, and enhancing operational insight. Key requirements (must-have) Active UK DV clearance BMC TrueSight Orchestration Splunk Enterprise Event Management experience What you'll be doing Liaising directly with stakeholder teams, providing guidance and support Creating event management policies for internal services and distribution solutions Delivering high-level functional analysis to support operational needs Maintaining operational tooling in line with service deliverables Supporting project tasks and working with project managers and engineers Producing technical documentation and architecture diagrams Building and maintaining operational dashboards to support service requirements Experience & technical skills (ideal) Strong background in enterprise monitoring/tooling (certifications beneficial) Tooling experience including BMC TrueSight , BMC Discovery , and Splunk Agent deployment and management Tooling installation/configuration/customisation SNMP / MIB management Environments: Windows, AIX, Linux Scripting/automation: Python and/or PowerShell Monitoring exposure (beneficial): Zabbix, Nagios, SolarWinds, HP OpenView, Tivoli Monitoring/Netcool Good grasp of networking concepts/protocols Automation/integration using REST APIs Splunk depth preferred, including: Rule creation and advanced logic SPL SQL skills Dashboard development Important note on clearance Candidates must already hold active UK DV clearance to be considered (sponsorship/upgrade is not available for this requirement).
Senior Network Engineer (Contract) Duration: 12 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: Chester/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile Working as a Network Implementation engineer is to provide technical implementation services to support the evolution and ongoing support of the Bank EMEA IP Network in response to projects, upgrades, and feature enhancements. The work is always aligned to the current and approved architectural, roadmaps, technology standards, templates, governance, and change management policies. The main technology area of focus for the role is Business to Business connectivity via various DMZ's throughout EMEA via both public and private connections. The role is primarily focused on refreshing network devices that are approaching end of support dates. Key Responsibilities: Ability to analyses in detail current in production designs and network environments and report on these in detail via direct access, network tools and or automations scripts. Build Cisco network solutions based upon standards and predefined strategies with a strong focus on business-to-business solutions via DMZ's. Works with Design, Operations and Architecture Engineering in a "knowledge sharing" capacity in support of the team's adoption and successful delivery of network solutions. Plays a strong role in project delivery lifecycle management. Create detailed implementation plans for all designs, including test, accept criteria, back-out, validation plans and procedures. Adheres to project close-out practices such as asset tracking, inventories, documentation and the related systems, tools, and process updates. Perform design reviews so that other team members understand how a design is set up and answer any questions and address any issues highlighted. Very Strong technical knowledge: - Cisco IOS XE, Routing, Switching, DMZ designs, Multicast, BGP, Firewalls, VPN, ACL, Network Security, Latency, Leased Line, Colo Cross Connects, Internet Access, Tunnelling protocols, SSL/TLS, GRE & IPSEC. Technical knowledge of Load Balancers, Fortinet Firewall, McAfee/Skyhigh Proxy, Arista, DNS, NAC (802.1x), QoS, ISIS, OSPF, NHRP, MPLS, L2TP, Wireless/Wi-Fi solutions, AAA, Cable, Core WAN/MAN Technologies, Dark Fiber, DWDM, Carrier Circuits SD-ACCESS & MACSEC. Skills & Experience: Extensive experience required in Data Networking-related disciplines; design, build, and implementation of network solutions especially within the Business-to-business/DMZ environments utilising primarily Cisco equipment. Strong knowledge of Network Security Good computer skills and the use of various applications such as MS Office, MS Visio to support documentation required to deliver projects. Ability to assemble professional documents and artifacts. knowledge and experience using tooling, includes but is not limited to Splunk, network captures, debugging, Sniffer/wire Shark, etc. Leadership: Self-starter, self-directed, shows initiative and ownership Focused on execution, delivery, and commitment to dates. Industry Certifications such as CCNP and CCIE are desirable but not essential as experience is more important. Experience with Network Automation tools and processes, with a knowledge of Python, Ansible, Perl, PowerShell, etc. would be very desirable. Ability to recognize opportunities for automation and process improvements. Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team. We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
May 21, 2026
Contractor
Senior Network Engineer (Contract) Duration: 12 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: Chester/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile Working as a Network Implementation engineer is to provide technical implementation services to support the evolution and ongoing support of the Bank EMEA IP Network in response to projects, upgrades, and feature enhancements. The work is always aligned to the current and approved architectural, roadmaps, technology standards, templates, governance, and change management policies. The main technology area of focus for the role is Business to Business connectivity via various DMZ's throughout EMEA via both public and private connections. The role is primarily focused on refreshing network devices that are approaching end of support dates. Key Responsibilities: Ability to analyses in detail current in production designs and network environments and report on these in detail via direct access, network tools and or automations scripts. Build Cisco network solutions based upon standards and predefined strategies with a strong focus on business-to-business solutions via DMZ's. Works with Design, Operations and Architecture Engineering in a "knowledge sharing" capacity in support of the team's adoption and successful delivery of network solutions. Plays a strong role in project delivery lifecycle management. Create detailed implementation plans for all designs, including test, accept criteria, back-out, validation plans and procedures. Adheres to project close-out practices such as asset tracking, inventories, documentation and the related systems, tools, and process updates. Perform design reviews so that other team members understand how a design is set up and answer any questions and address any issues highlighted. Very Strong technical knowledge: - Cisco IOS XE, Routing, Switching, DMZ designs, Multicast, BGP, Firewalls, VPN, ACL, Network Security, Latency, Leased Line, Colo Cross Connects, Internet Access, Tunnelling protocols, SSL/TLS, GRE & IPSEC. Technical knowledge of Load Balancers, Fortinet Firewall, McAfee/Skyhigh Proxy, Arista, DNS, NAC (802.1x), QoS, ISIS, OSPF, NHRP, MPLS, L2TP, Wireless/Wi-Fi solutions, AAA, Cable, Core WAN/MAN Technologies, Dark Fiber, DWDM, Carrier Circuits SD-ACCESS & MACSEC. Skills & Experience: Extensive experience required in Data Networking-related disciplines; design, build, and implementation of network solutions especially within the Business-to-business/DMZ environments utilising primarily Cisco equipment. Strong knowledge of Network Security Good computer skills and the use of various applications such as MS Office, MS Visio to support documentation required to deliver projects. Ability to assemble professional documents and artifacts. knowledge and experience using tooling, includes but is not limited to Splunk, network captures, debugging, Sniffer/wire Shark, etc. Leadership: Self-starter, self-directed, shows initiative and ownership Focused on execution, delivery, and commitment to dates. Industry Certifications such as CCNP and CCIE are desirable but not essential as experience is more important. Experience with Network Automation tools and processes, with a knowledge of Python, Ansible, Perl, PowerShell, etc. would be very desirable. Ability to recognize opportunities for automation and process improvements. Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team. We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset. Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, we continue to deliver innovative digital services that matter. Role Overview We are looking for a Senior iOS Developer to design, build, and maintain high-quality native iOS applications for a UK government client. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary agile team, delivering user-centred mobile experiences that meet Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and accessibility requirements. This is a hands-on technical role operating within structured and governed environments where security, performance, accessibility, and reliability are critical to service success. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain native iOS applications using Swift Collaborate with UX designers, product owners, and Back End developers to translate requirements into robust, accessible mobile experiences Write clean, testable, well-documented code following established coding standards and architectural patterns Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated builds, testing, and deployment Ensure applications meet WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards and GDS service standards Conduct code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices within the team Integrate with RESTful APIs and Back End services, working closely with API developers Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues, crashes, and production defects Support App Store submission processes and manage release cycles Contribute to technical documentation, architecture decisions, and sprint ceremonies Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience in native iOS development using Swift Solid understanding of iOS SDK, Xcode, and the Apple development ecosystem Experience with common iOS architectural patterns (eg MVVM, VIPER, Clean Architecture) Proficiency with iOS frameworks such as UIKit, SwiftUI, Combine, Core Data, or equivalent Experience writing unit tests, UI tests, and working with test-driven development practices Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (eg Xcode Cloud, Fastlane, Jenkins, Azure DevOps) Understanding of RESTful API integration and networking best practices Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2) and building inclusive mobile interfaces Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery models (Scrum, Kanban) Experience working in regulated, security-conscious, or high-assurance environments Desirable Experience delivering mobile applications within a UK public-sector or government context Familiarity with GDS service standards, the Technology Code of Practice, and the GOV.UK Design System Experience with mobile analytics, crash reporting, and APM tools (eg Firebase, Dynatrace, App Center) Understanding of secure coding practices and mobile security frameworks (eg OWASP Mobile) Experience with mobile device management (MDM) or enterprise distribution Familiarity with cross-platform considerations, even if primarily native-focused Scope & Accountability Responsible for hands-on design, development, and maintenance of iOS applications Owns the quality and technical integrity of assigned mobile deliverables and code Contributes technical analysis and recommendations to the wider delivery team Accountable for timely delivery of agreed development activities within sprint cycles Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected, valued, and supported. We actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, individuals from under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all.
May 21, 2026
Full time
About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, we continue to deliver innovative digital services that matter. Role Overview We are looking for a Senior iOS Developer to design, build, and maintain high-quality native iOS applications for a UK government client. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary agile team, delivering user-centred mobile experiences that meet Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and accessibility requirements. This is a hands-on technical role operating within structured and governed environments where security, performance, accessibility, and reliability are critical to service success. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain native iOS applications using Swift Collaborate with UX designers, product owners, and Back End developers to translate requirements into robust, accessible mobile experiences Write clean, testable, well-documented code following established coding standards and architectural patterns Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated builds, testing, and deployment Ensure applications meet WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards and GDS service standards Conduct code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices within the team Integrate with RESTful APIs and Back End services, working closely with API developers Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues, crashes, and production defects Support App Store submission processes and manage release cycles Contribute to technical documentation, architecture decisions, and sprint ceremonies Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience in native iOS development using Swift Solid understanding of iOS SDK, Xcode, and the Apple development ecosystem Experience with common iOS architectural patterns (eg MVVM, VIPER, Clean Architecture) Proficiency with iOS frameworks such as UIKit, SwiftUI, Combine, Core Data, or equivalent Experience writing unit tests, UI tests, and working with test-driven development practices Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (eg Xcode Cloud, Fastlane, Jenkins, Azure DevOps) Understanding of RESTful API integration and networking best practices Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2) and building inclusive mobile interfaces Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery models (Scrum, Kanban) Experience working in regulated, security-conscious, or high-assurance environments Desirable Experience delivering mobile applications within a UK public-sector or government context Familiarity with GDS service standards, the Technology Code of Practice, and the GOV.UK Design System Experience with mobile analytics, crash reporting, and APM tools (eg Firebase, Dynatrace, App Center) Understanding of secure coding practices and mobile security frameworks (eg OWASP Mobile) Experience with mobile device management (MDM) or enterprise distribution Familiarity with cross-platform considerations, even if primarily native-focused Scope & Accountability Responsible for hands-on design, development, and maintenance of iOS applications Owns the quality and technical integrity of assigned mobile deliverables and code Contributes technical analysis and recommendations to the wider delivery team Accountable for timely delivery of agreed development activities within sprint cycles Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected, valued, and supported. We actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, individuals from under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all.
About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, we continue to deliver innovative digital services that matter. Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Android Developer to design, build, and maintain high-quality native Android applications for a UK government client. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary agile team, delivering user-centred mobile experiences that meet Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and accessibility requirements. This is a hands-on technical role operating within structured and governed environments where security, performance, accessibility, and reliability are critical to service success. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain native Android applications using Kotlin and/or Java Collaborate with UX designers, product owners, and Back End developers to translate requirements into robust, accessible mobile experiences Write clean, testable, well-documented code following established coding standards and architectural patterns Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated builds, testing, and deployment Ensure applications meet WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards and GDS service standards Conduct code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices within the team Integrate with RESTful APIs and Back End services, working closely with API developers Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues, crashes, and production defects Support Google Play Store submission processes and manage release cycles Contribute to technical documentation, architecture decisions, and sprint ceremonies Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience in native Android development using Kotlin (Java experience also valued) Solid understanding of Android SDK, Android Studio, and the Google development ecosystem Experience with common Android architectural patterns (eg MVVM, MVI, Clean Architecture) Proficiency with Android frameworks such as Jetpack Compose, Android Jetpack libraries, Room, Retrofit, or equivalent Experience writing unit tests, instrumented tests, and working with test-driven development practices Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (eg Gradle, Fastlane, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions) Understanding of RESTful API integration and networking best practices Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2) and building inclusive mobile interfaces Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery models (Scrum, Kanban) Experience working in regulated, security-conscious, or high-assurance environments Desirable Experience delivering mobile applications within a UK public-sector or government context Familiarity with GDS service standards, the Technology Code of Practice, and the GOV.UK Design System Experience with mobile analytics, crash reporting, and APM tools (eg Firebase Crashlytics, Dynatrace, App Center) Understanding of secure coding practices and mobile security frameworks (eg OWASP Mobile) Experience with mobile device management (MDM) or enterprise distribution Familiarity with cross-platform considerations, even if primarily native-focused Scope & Accountability Responsible for hands-on design, development, and maintenance of Android applications Owns the quality and technical integrity of assigned mobile deliverables and code Contributes technical analysis and recommendations to the wider delivery team Accountable for timely delivery of agreed development activities within sprint cycles Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected, valued, and supported. We actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, individuals from under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all.
May 21, 2026
Full time
About Scrumconnect Consulting Scrumconnect Consulting is a multi-award-winning digital consultancy, recognised for delivering impactful technology solutions across UK government departments. Our work has positively influenced the lives of over 40 million UK citizens. With a strong commitment to user-centred design and agile delivery, we continue to deliver innovative digital services that matter. Role Overview We are looking for a Senior Android Developer to design, build, and maintain high-quality native Android applications for a UK government client. You will work as part of a multidisciplinary agile team, delivering user-centred mobile experiences that meet Government Digital Service (GDS) standards and accessibility requirements. This is a hands-on technical role operating within structured and governed environments where security, performance, accessibility, and reliability are critical to service success. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain native Android applications using Kotlin and/or Java Collaborate with UX designers, product owners, and Back End developers to translate requirements into robust, accessible mobile experiences Write clean, testable, well-documented code following established coding standards and architectural patterns Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated builds, testing, and deployment Ensure applications meet WCAG 2.2 accessibility standards and GDS service standards Conduct code reviews and contribute to engineering best practices within the team Integrate with RESTful APIs and Back End services, working closely with API developers Troubleshoot and resolve performance issues, crashes, and production defects Support Google Play Store submission processes and manage release cycles Contribute to technical documentation, architecture decisions, and sprint ceremonies Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience in native Android development using Kotlin (Java experience also valued) Solid understanding of Android SDK, Android Studio, and the Google development ecosystem Experience with common Android architectural patterns (eg MVVM, MVI, Clean Architecture) Proficiency with Android frameworks such as Jetpack Compose, Android Jetpack libraries, Room, Retrofit, or equivalent Experience writing unit tests, instrumented tests, and working with test-driven development practices Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (eg Gradle, Fastlane, Jenkins, Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions) Understanding of RESTful API integration and networking best practices Familiarity with accessibility standards (WCAG 2.2) and building inclusive mobile interfaces Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery models (Scrum, Kanban) Experience working in regulated, security-conscious, or high-assurance environments Desirable Experience delivering mobile applications within a UK public-sector or government context Familiarity with GDS service standards, the Technology Code of Practice, and the GOV.UK Design System Experience with mobile analytics, crash reporting, and APM tools (eg Firebase Crashlytics, Dynatrace, App Center) Understanding of secure coding practices and mobile security frameworks (eg OWASP Mobile) Experience with mobile device management (MDM) or enterprise distribution Familiarity with cross-platform considerations, even if primarily native-focused Scope & Accountability Responsible for hands-on design, development, and maintenance of Android applications Owns the quality and technical integrity of assigned mobile deliverables and code Contributes technical analysis and recommendations to the wider delivery team Accountable for timely delivery of agreed development activities within sprint cycles Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion At Scrumconnect Consulting, we believe that diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone is respected, valued, and supported. We actively encourage applications from women, people with disabilities, individuals from under-represented communities, and those seeking flexible working arrangements. As a Disability Confident Level 1 employer, we provide reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and employment to ensure equal opportunity for all.
Locations : Amsterdam Brussels London Who We Are The Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. About BCG Platinion BCG Platinion's presence spans across the globe, with offices in Asia, Europe, and South and North America. We achieve digital excellence for clients with sustained solutions to the most complex and time-sensitive challenge. We guide clients into the future to push the status quo, overcome tech limitations, and enable our clients to go further in their digital journeys than what has ever been possible in the past. At BCG Platinion, we deliver business value through the innovative use of technology at a rapid pace. We roll up our sleeves to transform business, revolutionize approaches, satisfy customers, and change the game through Architecture, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Application and Risk functions. We balance vision with a pragmatic path to change transforming strategies into leading-edge tech platforms, at scale. Practice Area BCG Platinion launched in Germany in 2000 to add deep technical expertise to the Boston Consulting Group's existing capabilities. Today, our presence spans across the globe, with offices in Asia, Europe, and South and North America. Our New York-based North American team began in 2014 and in 2017 acquired MAYA Design, a Pittsburgh-based digital design and innovation lab, to grow our capabilities around technology and design. We support our clients' total digital transformation through technology, design, cybersecurity, and risk management & financial engineering capabilities. And together with BCG, BCG Platinion's interdisciplinary team of technical experts enable customized technical solutions and accelerate delivery value through new business platforms, application consolidations, and major system implementations. What You'll Do As a seamlessly integrated part of the BCG network, we provide consulting services focused on the development and implementation of business-critical IT architecture and digital solutions. We create technology platforms and deliver exceptionally customized solutions of the future for our clients, from data strategies to next-generation customer journey solutions and transformational business models. We solve the most daunting challenges that companies face today and envision for tomorrow. Our style is entrepreneurial - nimble and innovative, with multifaceted, cross-functional teams and completely vendor-independent. Our unique selling proposition is technology expertise and delivery. As a Manager, you will work closely with our client's leadership teams to understand their key challenges, define IT strategies, win buy-in for your recommendations and lead BCG case team members to transform client potential into performance. You will deploy customized IT strategies, digital platforms and architecture to leverage the digital potential of our customers with state-of-the-art tools such as cloud computing, AI, blockchain, microservices and containerization. You will evaluate and coach our clients' technology teams, manage quality and risk while maintaining client expectations and escalations. Besides giving direction on the functional, execution and management of the project you will be given end-to-end responsibility for larger, highly technical and more complex modules within the project and begin to develop specialized knowledge to help you solve our clients problems. Together with our clients you will develop convincing IT strategies, concepts and solutions, applying your sound technical know-how along with your analytical and conceptual skills. You will start to take on team lead responsibilities and demonstrate intellectual leadership directing diverse teams of consulting talent. Your role will also be to help team members flourish through thought leadership, team mentoring, knowledge sharing, giving frequent feedback and creating opportunities for team members to learn and grow. You will also personally develop and grow by being exposed to new and complex challenges daily. Finally, as a Manager you will contribute to the Practice Area development and help to build the BCG brand as a digital leader. What You'll Bring 10 to 15 years' experience in Tech strategy and consulting or IT project management. You will have relevant experience from a top consulting firm (focused on technology, digital initiatives) and have led the design and management of IT implementation and strategy projects. A strategic thinker, entrepreneurial, able to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment Outstanding analytical and conceptual skills, strong customer focus and mental agility with a results orientation Experience in the Insurance or finance industries, with strong technical expertise in banking or insurance platforms. Strong expertise working with Data and Cloud technologies. Ability to balance dogmatism and pragmatism to guide decision making. Able to present different architecture models to clients, develop MVP architecture and IT landscape modernisation roadmaps. Deep expertise with modern toolsets in Agile environments, legacy modernization and modern approaches to technology. Know-how to drive operational and client service excellence, presenting project results to C-Level. Have experience with, and understand how to lead, legacy integration and remediation (facades, strangler approaches, et. al.). Ability to work under pressure and willingness to travel to clients world-wide. University degree with above-average academic performance in a mathematical-scientific field, information technology, engineering, or business administration. For candidates based in London: Fluent in English. For candidates based in The Netherlands: Fluent in English; Dutch is highly desirable. For candidates based in Belgium: Fluent in English, with French or Flemish as an additional requirement. Additional info Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. BCG is an E - Verify Employer. Click here for more information on E-Verify.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Locations : Amsterdam Brussels London Who We Are The Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. About BCG Platinion BCG Platinion's presence spans across the globe, with offices in Asia, Europe, and South and North America. We achieve digital excellence for clients with sustained solutions to the most complex and time-sensitive challenge. We guide clients into the future to push the status quo, overcome tech limitations, and enable our clients to go further in their digital journeys than what has ever been possible in the past. At BCG Platinion, we deliver business value through the innovative use of technology at a rapid pace. We roll up our sleeves to transform business, revolutionize approaches, satisfy customers, and change the game through Architecture, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Application and Risk functions. We balance vision with a pragmatic path to change transforming strategies into leading-edge tech platforms, at scale. Practice Area BCG Platinion launched in Germany in 2000 to add deep technical expertise to the Boston Consulting Group's existing capabilities. Today, our presence spans across the globe, with offices in Asia, Europe, and South and North America. Our New York-based North American team began in 2014 and in 2017 acquired MAYA Design, a Pittsburgh-based digital design and innovation lab, to grow our capabilities around technology and design. We support our clients' total digital transformation through technology, design, cybersecurity, and risk management & financial engineering capabilities. And together with BCG, BCG Platinion's interdisciplinary team of technical experts enable customized technical solutions and accelerate delivery value through new business platforms, application consolidations, and major system implementations. What You'll Do As a seamlessly integrated part of the BCG network, we provide consulting services focused on the development and implementation of business-critical IT architecture and digital solutions. We create technology platforms and deliver exceptionally customized solutions of the future for our clients, from data strategies to next-generation customer journey solutions and transformational business models. We solve the most daunting challenges that companies face today and envision for tomorrow. Our style is entrepreneurial - nimble and innovative, with multifaceted, cross-functional teams and completely vendor-independent. Our unique selling proposition is technology expertise and delivery. As a Manager, you will work closely with our client's leadership teams to understand their key challenges, define IT strategies, win buy-in for your recommendations and lead BCG case team members to transform client potential into performance. You will deploy customized IT strategies, digital platforms and architecture to leverage the digital potential of our customers with state-of-the-art tools such as cloud computing, AI, blockchain, microservices and containerization. You will evaluate and coach our clients' technology teams, manage quality and risk while maintaining client expectations and escalations. Besides giving direction on the functional, execution and management of the project you will be given end-to-end responsibility for larger, highly technical and more complex modules within the project and begin to develop specialized knowledge to help you solve our clients problems. Together with our clients you will develop convincing IT strategies, concepts and solutions, applying your sound technical know-how along with your analytical and conceptual skills. You will start to take on team lead responsibilities and demonstrate intellectual leadership directing diverse teams of consulting talent. Your role will also be to help team members flourish through thought leadership, team mentoring, knowledge sharing, giving frequent feedback and creating opportunities for team members to learn and grow. You will also personally develop and grow by being exposed to new and complex challenges daily. Finally, as a Manager you will contribute to the Practice Area development and help to build the BCG brand as a digital leader. What You'll Bring 10 to 15 years' experience in Tech strategy and consulting or IT project management. You will have relevant experience from a top consulting firm (focused on technology, digital initiatives) and have led the design and management of IT implementation and strategy projects. A strategic thinker, entrepreneurial, able to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment Outstanding analytical and conceptual skills, strong customer focus and mental agility with a results orientation Experience in the Insurance or finance industries, with strong technical expertise in banking or insurance platforms. Strong expertise working with Data and Cloud technologies. Ability to balance dogmatism and pragmatism to guide decision making. Able to present different architecture models to clients, develop MVP architecture and IT landscape modernisation roadmaps. Deep expertise with modern toolsets in Agile environments, legacy modernization and modern approaches to technology. Know-how to drive operational and client service excellence, presenting project results to C-Level. Have experience with, and understand how to lead, legacy integration and remediation (facades, strangler approaches, et. al.). Ability to work under pressure and willingness to travel to clients world-wide. University degree with above-average academic performance in a mathematical-scientific field, information technology, engineering, or business administration. For candidates based in London: Fluent in English. For candidates based in The Netherlands: Fluent in English; Dutch is highly desirable. For candidates based in Belgium: Fluent in English, with French or Flemish as an additional requirement. Additional info Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. 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Locations : Amsterdam Brussels London Who We Are The Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. About BCG Platinion BCG Platinion's presence spans across the globe, with offices in Asia, Europe, and South and North America. We achieve digital excellence for clients with sustained solutions to the most complex and time-sensitive challenge. We guide clients into the future to push the status quo, overcome tech limitations, and enable our clients to go further in their digital journeys than what has ever been possible in the past. At BCG Platinion, we deliver business value through the innovative use of technology at a rapid pace. We roll up our sleeves to transform business, revolutionize approaches, satisfy customers, and change the game through Architecture, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Application and Risk functions. We balance vision with a pragmatic path to change transforming strategies into leading-edge tech platforms, at scale. Practice Area BCG Platinion launched in Germany in 2000 to add deep technical expertise to the Boston Consulting Group's existing capabilities. Today, our presence spans across the globe, with offices in Asia, Europe, and South and North America. Our New York-based North American team began in 2014 and in 2017 acquired MAYA Design, a Pittsburgh-based digital design and innovation lab, to grow our capabilities around technology and design. We support our clients' total digital transformation through technology, design, cybersecurity, and risk management & financial engineering capabilities. And together with BCG, BCG Platinion's interdisciplinary team of technical experts enable customized technical solutions and accelerate delivery value through new business platforms, application consolidations, and major system implementations. What You'll Do As a seamlessly integrated part of the BCG network, we provide consulting services focused on the development and implementation of business-critical IT architecture and digital solutions. We create technology platforms and deliver exceptionally customized solutions of the future for our clients, from data strategies to next-generation customer journey solutions and transformational business models. We solve the most daunting challenges that companies face today and envision for tomorrow. Our style is entrepreneurial - nimble and innovative, with multifaceted, cross-functional teams and completely vendor-independent. Our unique selling proposition is technology expertise and delivery. As a Manager, you will work closely with our client's leadership teams to understand their key challenges, define IT strategies, win buy-in for your recommendations and lead BCG case team members to transform client potential into performance. You will deploy customized IT strategies, digital platforms and architecture to leverage the digital potential of our customers with state-of-the-art tools such as cloud computing, AI, blockchain, microservices and containerization. You will evaluate and coach our clients' technology teams, manage quality and risk while maintaining client expectations and escalations. Besides giving direction on the functional, execution and management of the project you will be given end-to-end responsibility for larger, highly technical and more complex modules within the project and begin to develop specialized knowledge to help you solve our clients problems. Together with our clients you will develop convincing IT strategies, concepts and solutions, applying your sound technical know-how along with your analytical and conceptual skills. You will start to take on team lead responsibilities and demonstrate intellectual leadership directing diverse teams of consulting talent. Your role will also be to help team members flourish through thought leadership, team mentoring, knowledge sharing, giving frequent feedback and creating opportunities for team members to learn and grow. You will also personally develop and grow by being exposed to new and complex challenges daily. Finally, as a Manager you will contribute to the Practice Area development and help to build the BCG brand as a digital leader. What You'll Bring 10 to 15 years' experience in Tech strategy and consulting or IT project management. You will have relevant experience from a top consulting firm (focused on technology, digital initiatives) and have led the design and management of IT implementation and strategy projects. A strategic thinker, entrepreneurial, able to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment Outstanding analytical and conceptual skills, strong customer focus and mental agility with a results orientation Experience in the Insurance or finance industries, with strong technical expertise in banking or insurance platforms. Strong expertise working with Data and Cloud technologies. Ability to balance dogmatism and pragmatism to guide decision making. Able to present different architecture models to clients, develop MVP architecture and IT landscape modernisation roadmaps. Deep expertise with modern toolsets in Agile environments, legacy modernization and modern approaches to technology. Know-how to drive operational and client service excellence, presenting project results to C-Level. Have experience with, and understand how to lead, legacy integration and remediation (facades, strangler approaches, et. al.). Ability to work under pressure and willingness to travel to clients world-wide. University degree with above-average academic performance in a mathematical-scientific field, information technology, engineering, or business administration. For candidates based in London: Fluent in English. For candidates based in The Netherlands: Fluent in English; Dutch is highly desirable. For candidates based in Belgium: Fluent in English, with French or Flemish as an additional requirement. Additional info Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. 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May 21, 2026
Full time
Locations : Amsterdam Brussels London Who We Are The Boston Consulting Group partners with leaders in business and society to tackle their most important challenges and capture their greatest opportunities. BCG was the pioneer in business strategy when it was founded in 1963. Today, we help clients with total transformation-inspiring complex change, enabling organizations to grow, building competitive advantage, and driving bottom-line impact. To succeed, organizations must blend digital and human capabilities. Our diverse, global teams bring deep industry and functional expertise and a range of perspectives to spark change. BCG delivers solutions through leading-edge management consulting along with technology and design, corporate and digital ventures-and business purpose. We work in a uniquely collaborative model across the firm and throughout all levels of the client organization, generating results that allow our clients to thrive. About BCG Platinion BCG Platinion's presence spans across the globe, with offices in Asia, Europe, and South and North America. We achieve digital excellence for clients with sustained solutions to the most complex and time-sensitive challenge. We guide clients into the future to push the status quo, overcome tech limitations, and enable our clients to go further in their digital journeys than what has ever been possible in the past. At BCG Platinion, we deliver business value through the innovative use of technology at a rapid pace. We roll up our sleeves to transform business, revolutionize approaches, satisfy customers, and change the game through Architecture, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Enterprise Application and Risk functions. We balance vision with a pragmatic path to change transforming strategies into leading-edge tech platforms, at scale. Practice Area BCG Platinion launched in Germany in 2000 to add deep technical expertise to the Boston Consulting Group's existing capabilities. Today, our presence spans across the globe, with offices in Asia, Europe, and South and North America. Our New York-based North American team began in 2014 and in 2017 acquired MAYA Design, a Pittsburgh-based digital design and innovation lab, to grow our capabilities around technology and design. We support our clients' total digital transformation through technology, design, cybersecurity, and risk management & financial engineering capabilities. And together with BCG, BCG Platinion's interdisciplinary team of technical experts enable customized technical solutions and accelerate delivery value through new business platforms, application consolidations, and major system implementations. What You'll Do As a seamlessly integrated part of the BCG network, we provide consulting services focused on the development and implementation of business-critical IT architecture and digital solutions. We create technology platforms and deliver exceptionally customized solutions of the future for our clients, from data strategies to next-generation customer journey solutions and transformational business models. We solve the most daunting challenges that companies face today and envision for tomorrow. Our style is entrepreneurial - nimble and innovative, with multifaceted, cross-functional teams and completely vendor-independent. Our unique selling proposition is technology expertise and delivery. As a Manager, you will work closely with our client's leadership teams to understand their key challenges, define IT strategies, win buy-in for your recommendations and lead BCG case team members to transform client potential into performance. You will deploy customized IT strategies, digital platforms and architecture to leverage the digital potential of our customers with state-of-the-art tools such as cloud computing, AI, blockchain, microservices and containerization. You will evaluate and coach our clients' technology teams, manage quality and risk while maintaining client expectations and escalations. Besides giving direction on the functional, execution and management of the project you will be given end-to-end responsibility for larger, highly technical and more complex modules within the project and begin to develop specialized knowledge to help you solve our clients problems. Together with our clients you will develop convincing IT strategies, concepts and solutions, applying your sound technical know-how along with your analytical and conceptual skills. You will start to take on team lead responsibilities and demonstrate intellectual leadership directing diverse teams of consulting talent. Your role will also be to help team members flourish through thought leadership, team mentoring, knowledge sharing, giving frequent feedback and creating opportunities for team members to learn and grow. You will also personally develop and grow by being exposed to new and complex challenges daily. Finally, as a Manager you will contribute to the Practice Area development and help to build the BCG brand as a digital leader. What You'll Bring 10 to 15 years' experience in Tech strategy and consulting or IT project management. You will have relevant experience from a top consulting firm (focused on technology, digital initiatives) and have led the design and management of IT implementation and strategy projects. A strategic thinker, entrepreneurial, able to work creatively and analytically in a problem-solving environment Outstanding analytical and conceptual skills, strong customer focus and mental agility with a results orientation Experience in the Insurance or finance industries, with strong technical expertise in banking or insurance platforms. Strong expertise working with Data and Cloud technologies. Ability to balance dogmatism and pragmatism to guide decision making. Able to present different architecture models to clients, develop MVP architecture and IT landscape modernisation roadmaps. Deep expertise with modern toolsets in Agile environments, legacy modernization and modern approaches to technology. Know-how to drive operational and client service excellence, presenting project results to C-Level. Have experience with, and understand how to lead, legacy integration and remediation (facades, strangler approaches, et. al.). Ability to work under pressure and willingness to travel to clients world-wide. University degree with above-average academic performance in a mathematical-scientific field, information technology, engineering, or business administration. For candidates based in London: Fluent in English. For candidates based in The Netherlands: Fluent in English; Dutch is highly desirable. For candidates based in Belgium: Fluent in English, with French or Flemish as an additional requirement. Additional info Boston Consulting Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under national, provincial, or local law, where applicable, and those with criminal histories will be considered in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws. 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LA International Computer Consultants Ltd
City, London
* Significant experience as a technical or solution architect in complex digital or enterprise environments. * Strong software engineering foundation, with practical knowledge of modern application architectures (eg, microservices, APIs, distributed systems). * Proven ability to design and document architectures using visual modelling techniques such as C4, UML, and data flow diagrams. * Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider, ideally AWS, including Infrastructure as Code, platform services, networking, and security controls. * Deep understanding of secure and resilient system design, including authentication patterns, threat modelling, performance considerations, and observability. * Familiarity with Ruby, Python, or Java, and modern development practices such as CI/CD, TDD, and containerisation. * Experience guiding technology decisions, evaluating options, and influencing senior stakeholders. * Strong understanding of data modelling, integration approaches, API design, messaging patterns, and interoperability challenges. * Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics and build consensus across diverse groups. * Ability to work across the full delivery life cycle, from discovery through implementation and service transition. Desirable Skills & Experience * Experience with enterprise ERP platforms (eg, Oracle E-business Suite). * Knowledge of UK government digital service standards, architecture frameworks, and assurance processes. * Understanding of Domain-Driven Design or event-driven architectural approaches. * Exposure to SRE, platform engineering, or infrastructure architecture disciplines. * Experience contributing to architectural communities of practice or governance forums. * Prior consultancy experience working across multiple product teams or client environments. Personal Attributes * Strong systems thinking and analytical capability, with the ability to understand complex environments quickly. * Comfortable operating in ambiguous or fast-changing environments while maintaining architectural clarity. * Collaborative, empathetic, and committed to building trust with stakeholders at all levels. * Dedicated to continuous learning, technical curiosity, and staying current with emerging technologies. * Pragmatic and outcome-focused, balancing long-term architectural quality with short-term delivery constraints. Technical Environment The assignment covers a diverse mix of modern cloud-native services and Legacy enterprise platforms. Exposure to some of the following areas would be beneficial: * Modern languages and frameworks including Ruby, Java, and Python * AWS cloud services, Infrastructure as Code, platform as a service tooling * Engineering practices such as DDD, TDD, CI/CD, automated testing and Git workflows * Multi-tier platform strategies including centralised data and business logic layers * Enterprise Oracle software including ERP components * Mac-based development environments and public GitHub repositories Our Values We are committed to a culture built on purpose, transparency, collaboration, and respect. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and support an inclusive environment where people can thrive. ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE REQUIRED Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.
May 21, 2026
Contractor
* Significant experience as a technical or solution architect in complex digital or enterprise environments. * Strong software engineering foundation, with practical knowledge of modern application architectures (eg, microservices, APIs, distributed systems). * Proven ability to design and document architectures using visual modelling techniques such as C4, UML, and data flow diagrams. * Hands-on experience with at least one major cloud provider, ideally AWS, including Infrastructure as Code, platform services, networking, and security controls. * Deep understanding of secure and resilient system design, including authentication patterns, threat modelling, performance considerations, and observability. * Familiarity with Ruby, Python, or Java, and modern development practices such as CI/CD, TDD, and containerisation. * Experience guiding technology decisions, evaluating options, and influencing senior stakeholders. * Strong understanding of data modelling, integration approaches, API design, messaging patterns, and interoperability challenges. * Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics and build consensus across diverse groups. * Ability to work across the full delivery life cycle, from discovery through implementation and service transition. Desirable Skills & Experience * Experience with enterprise ERP platforms (eg, Oracle E-business Suite). * Knowledge of UK government digital service standards, architecture frameworks, and assurance processes. * Understanding of Domain-Driven Design or event-driven architectural approaches. * Exposure to SRE, platform engineering, or infrastructure architecture disciplines. * Experience contributing to architectural communities of practice or governance forums. * Prior consultancy experience working across multiple product teams or client environments. Personal Attributes * Strong systems thinking and analytical capability, with the ability to understand complex environments quickly. * Comfortable operating in ambiguous or fast-changing environments while maintaining architectural clarity. * Collaborative, empathetic, and committed to building trust with stakeholders at all levels. * Dedicated to continuous learning, technical curiosity, and staying current with emerging technologies. * Pragmatic and outcome-focused, balancing long-term architectural quality with short-term delivery constraints. Technical Environment The assignment covers a diverse mix of modern cloud-native services and Legacy enterprise platforms. Exposure to some of the following areas would be beneficial: * Modern languages and frameworks including Ruby, Java, and Python * AWS cloud services, Infrastructure as Code, platform as a service tooling * Engineering practices such as DDD, TDD, CI/CD, automated testing and Git workflows * Multi-tier platform strategies including centralised data and business logic layers * Enterprise Oracle software including ERP components * Mac-based development environments and public GitHub repositories Our Values We are committed to a culture built on purpose, transparency, collaboration, and respect. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and support an inclusive environment where people can thrive. ACTIVE SC CLEARANCE REQUIRED Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.
We are seeking an experienced Vault/Terraform Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the design, implementation, governance, and optimisation of secure infrastructure automation and secrets management capabilities across enterprise environments. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in HashiCorp Vault, Terraform, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), cloud security, and DevSecOps best practices. This role will be responsible for architecting scalable, secure automation patterns, improving platform reliability, enabling self-service infrastructure provisioning, and strengthening enterprise secrets life cycle management. Key Responsibilities Terraform/Infrastructure as Code Design, develop, and maintain scalable Terraform modules and reusable infrastructure patterns. Build and manage Infrastructure-as-Code frameworks across cloud and hybrid environments. Define Terraform standards for: State management Module versioning Workspace strategy Policy enforcement Drift detection CI/CD integration Implement infrastructure provisioning pipelines using Terraform. Optimize Terraform code for security, maintainability, and performance. Troubleshoot Terraform execution, dependency, and provider-related issues. HashiCorp Vault/Secrets Management Architect and manage HashiCorp Vault platforms for enterprise-scale deployments. Implement: Dynamic secrets PKI Certificate life cycle management Encryption as a Service Key rotation Secret leasing Authentication methods (LDAP, OIDC, AppRole, Kubernetes, AWS IAM, etc.) Configure and manage: Secret engines Transit engine PKI engine KV engine Identity & access controls Support Vault HA, clustering, replication, disaster recovery, and backup strategies. Develop policies using Vault ACLs and RBAC principles. Harden Vault environments in line with security and compliance requirements. DevSecOps/Platform Engineering Integrate Vault and Terraform into CI/CD pipelines. Enable secure automation patterns across DevOps, platform, and engineering teams. Drive Infrastructure-as-Code governance and compliance controls. Implement policy-as-code using Sentinel/OPA or equivalent tooling. Partner with security, cloud, and engineering teams to embed secrets management and secure provisioning standards. Create reusable platform blueprints for secure cloud deployments. Cloud & Security Engineering Support deployments across one or more cloud platforms: AWS Azure GCP Manage IAM integrations and least-privilege access patterns. Implement encryption, certificate, and key management solutions. Conduct risk assessments and security reviews for automation workflows. Support audit, compliance, and regulatory controls. SME/Leadership Act as the technical authority for Vault and Terraform. Provide design guidance and architectural recommendations. Mentor engineers and DevOps teams. Drive platform maturity, automation adoption, and best practices. Produce technical documentation, runbooks, standards, and governance artefacts. Required Skills & ExperienceEssential 5+ years in Infrastructure/Cloud/DevOps/Platform Engineering. 4+ years hands-on experience with Terraform. 3+ years hands-on experience with HashiCorp Vault. Deep knowledge of: Terraform Enterprise/Cloud (preferred) Terraform state management Terraform module architecture Vault HA architecture Secret engines Vault policies Dynamic credentials PKI Transit encryption Strong experience with CI/CD tools: Jenkins GitLab CI GitHub Actions Azure DevOps Experience with container ecosystems: Kubernetes Docker Helm Strong cloud platform knowledge (AWS/Azure/GCP). Experience with Linux systems and networking fundamentals. Security-first mindset (IAM, RBAC, encryption, key management, auditability.)
May 21, 2026
Contractor
We are seeking an experienced Vault/Terraform Subject Matter Expert (SME) to lead the design, implementation, governance, and optimisation of secure infrastructure automation and secrets management capabilities across enterprise environments. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in HashiCorp Vault, Terraform, Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), cloud security, and DevSecOps best practices. This role will be responsible for architecting scalable, secure automation patterns, improving platform reliability, enabling self-service infrastructure provisioning, and strengthening enterprise secrets life cycle management. Key Responsibilities Terraform/Infrastructure as Code Design, develop, and maintain scalable Terraform modules and reusable infrastructure patterns. Build and manage Infrastructure-as-Code frameworks across cloud and hybrid environments. Define Terraform standards for: State management Module versioning Workspace strategy Policy enforcement Drift detection CI/CD integration Implement infrastructure provisioning pipelines using Terraform. Optimize Terraform code for security, maintainability, and performance. Troubleshoot Terraform execution, dependency, and provider-related issues. HashiCorp Vault/Secrets Management Architect and manage HashiCorp Vault platforms for enterprise-scale deployments. Implement: Dynamic secrets PKI Certificate life cycle management Encryption as a Service Key rotation Secret leasing Authentication methods (LDAP, OIDC, AppRole, Kubernetes, AWS IAM, etc.) Configure and manage: Secret engines Transit engine PKI engine KV engine Identity & access controls Support Vault HA, clustering, replication, disaster recovery, and backup strategies. Develop policies using Vault ACLs and RBAC principles. Harden Vault environments in line with security and compliance requirements. DevSecOps/Platform Engineering Integrate Vault and Terraform into CI/CD pipelines. Enable secure automation patterns across DevOps, platform, and engineering teams. Drive Infrastructure-as-Code governance and compliance controls. Implement policy-as-code using Sentinel/OPA or equivalent tooling. Partner with security, cloud, and engineering teams to embed secrets management and secure provisioning standards. Create reusable platform blueprints for secure cloud deployments. Cloud & Security Engineering Support deployments across one or more cloud platforms: AWS Azure GCP Manage IAM integrations and least-privilege access patterns. Implement encryption, certificate, and key management solutions. Conduct risk assessments and security reviews for automation workflows. Support audit, compliance, and regulatory controls. SME/Leadership Act as the technical authority for Vault and Terraform. Provide design guidance and architectural recommendations. Mentor engineers and DevOps teams. Drive platform maturity, automation adoption, and best practices. Produce technical documentation, runbooks, standards, and governance artefacts. Required Skills & ExperienceEssential 5+ years in Infrastructure/Cloud/DevOps/Platform Engineering. 4+ years hands-on experience with Terraform. 3+ years hands-on experience with HashiCorp Vault. Deep knowledge of: Terraform Enterprise/Cloud (preferred) Terraform state management Terraform module architecture Vault HA architecture Secret engines Vault policies Dynamic credentials PKI Transit encryption Strong experience with CI/CD tools: Jenkins GitLab CI GitHub Actions Azure DevOps Experience with container ecosystems: Kubernetes Docker Helm Strong cloud platform knowledge (AWS/Azure/GCP). Experience with Linux systems and networking fundamentals. Security-first mindset (IAM, RBAC, encryption, key management, auditability.)
Security Architect - Defence, SC Cleared, Hybrid Bristol SC Cleared Security Architect required to help our Defence client safeguard the integrity of their data and IT systems. You will own designing, implementing, and maintaining security architectures that protect against a wide range of cyber threats. This career opportunity will provide you with a broad Security Architecture project experience, including Designing Security Architecture in line with SbD. Ensuring that security architectures align with the client's overall business strategy and technology goals. Translate business needs into security requirements. Owning threat and vulnerability Management. Identifying, addressing current and emerging security threats and vulnerabilities. Researching, evaluating, and recommending security technologies, tools (eg, Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, EDR, SIEM, SOAR), and solutions to mitigate identified threats and address security needs. Key experience required Deep understanding of computer systems, networking, and cybersecurity principles. Hands-on experience with security technologies - Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption Knowledge of cybersecurity standards and best practices Solid Security Architecture experience within the Defence sector, any MoD experience is advantageous Strong experience in designing and implementing security architectures Ideally you will be CISSP certified, or hold other relevant Security Architect certifications, but this is not essential The ideal candidate will have recently completed a similar Security Architect job for another large Defence client, and will be looking to challenge themselves in a new environment, taking advantage of their previous lessons learnt. Minorities, women, LGBTQ+ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Interviews will take place this week, so please apply immediately or call Bangura Solutions to discuss this contract opportunity further.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Security Architect - Defence, SC Cleared, Hybrid Bristol SC Cleared Security Architect required to help our Defence client safeguard the integrity of their data and IT systems. You will own designing, implementing, and maintaining security architectures that protect against a wide range of cyber threats. This career opportunity will provide you with a broad Security Architecture project experience, including Designing Security Architecture in line with SbD. Ensuring that security architectures align with the client's overall business strategy and technology goals. Translate business needs into security requirements. Owning threat and vulnerability Management. Identifying, addressing current and emerging security threats and vulnerabilities. Researching, evaluating, and recommending security technologies, tools (eg, Firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, EDR, SIEM, SOAR), and solutions to mitigate identified threats and address security needs. Key experience required Deep understanding of computer systems, networking, and cybersecurity principles. Hands-on experience with security technologies - Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and encryption Knowledge of cybersecurity standards and best practices Solid Security Architecture experience within the Defence sector, any MoD experience is advantageous Strong experience in designing and implementing security architectures Ideally you will be CISSP certified, or hold other relevant Security Architect certifications, but this is not essential The ideal candidate will have recently completed a similar Security Architect job for another large Defence client, and will be looking to challenge themselves in a new environment, taking advantage of their previous lessons learnt. Minorities, women, LGBTQ+ candidates, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Interviews will take place this week, so please apply immediately or call Bangura Solutions to discuss this contract opportunity further.
Role Mission To support customer outcomes by making deep, hands-on Microsoft centric expertise available to customers and internal teams across hybrid identity, security and endpoint management. This includes Windows Active Directory and integration with Microsoft Entra ID, unified security operations with Microsoft Defender XDR and Microsoft Sentinel, and modern endpoint and device management with Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Configuration Manager (SCCM/ConfigMgr), providing practical guidance, design assurance and implementation support where needed. Objectives & Key Results Deliver consulting-grade architecture assurance and outcomes for customers Provide high-quality architecture reviews and design assurance for complex customer opportunities and deliveries, highlighting risks, trade-offs and pragmatic options Produce clear customer-facing technical outputs (e.g., current-state assessments, target-state architectures, and phased roadmaps) that accelerate decision-making Improve consistency and reduce avoidable rework for customers by using repeatable patterns, checklists and standards aligned to Claranet ways of working. Essential Roles & Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Delivery Serve as a senior technical expert within the Office of the CTO, providing hands-on technical depth and assurance in support of the UK CTO Provide hands-on technical contribution and specialist support across Microsoft identity, security, endpoint and cloud platforms-drawing on broader networking and architecture skills where customer engagements require it Behavioural Competencies - Organisational & Behavioural Fit Technological Curiosity: Naturally curious, proactively explores how new and existing technologies work, experiments safely, and shares what they learn Hands-On Mindset: Enjoys being "on the keyboard" solving technical challenges Customer Engagement: Exceptional presence and clarity when engaging with customers Influence Without Authority: Guides teams through expertise and collaboration, not hierarchy Clear Communicator: Able to articulate complex problems simply and confidently Calm & Composed: Operates effectively in high-pressure or ambiguous situations Ownership & Accountability: Takes responsibility for delivering high-quality outcomes Continuous Improvement: Always seeking ways to enhance technical and engineering quality, security and efficiency Travel: Ability to travel to different sites and locations on a weekly basis Critical Competencies - Technical Competencies (Essential) Strong architectural capability across Microsoft Azure and core Microsoft cloud services Proficiency in security technologies, frameworks, and secure architecture patterns (including Microsoft Defender XDR and Microsoft Sentinel) Strong expertise in Windows Active Directory and hybrid identity integration with Microsoft Entra ID Experience with modern endpoint and device management and configuration management, including Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Configuration Manager (SCCM/ConfigMgr) Hands-on capability in automation, IaC, CI/CD, scripting and platform engineering Comfortable using AI tools to achieve outcomes (e.g., accelerating analysis, troubleshooting, automation and documentation) with appropriate security and data-handling practices Critical Competencies - Technical Competencies (Desirable) Experience with distributed systems or modern application architectures Exposure to data engineering, observability platforms or edge networking Please note: You will be required to have been resident in the UK for five years prior to application and to hold or be prepared to undergo UK Non-Police Personnel Vetting (NPPV) and/or a Security Check (SC) clearance as part of this role.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Role Mission To support customer outcomes by making deep, hands-on Microsoft centric expertise available to customers and internal teams across hybrid identity, security and endpoint management. This includes Windows Active Directory and integration with Microsoft Entra ID, unified security operations with Microsoft Defender XDR and Microsoft Sentinel, and modern endpoint and device management with Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Configuration Manager (SCCM/ConfigMgr), providing practical guidance, design assurance and implementation support where needed. Objectives & Key Results Deliver consulting-grade architecture assurance and outcomes for customers Provide high-quality architecture reviews and design assurance for complex customer opportunities and deliveries, highlighting risks, trade-offs and pragmatic options Produce clear customer-facing technical outputs (e.g., current-state assessments, target-state architectures, and phased roadmaps) that accelerate decision-making Improve consistency and reduce avoidable rework for customers by using repeatable patterns, checklists and standards aligned to Claranet ways of working. Essential Roles & Responsibilities Technical Leadership & Delivery Serve as a senior technical expert within the Office of the CTO, providing hands-on technical depth and assurance in support of the UK CTO Provide hands-on technical contribution and specialist support across Microsoft identity, security, endpoint and cloud platforms-drawing on broader networking and architecture skills where customer engagements require it Behavioural Competencies - Organisational & Behavioural Fit Technological Curiosity: Naturally curious, proactively explores how new and existing technologies work, experiments safely, and shares what they learn Hands-On Mindset: Enjoys being "on the keyboard" solving technical challenges Customer Engagement: Exceptional presence and clarity when engaging with customers Influence Without Authority: Guides teams through expertise and collaboration, not hierarchy Clear Communicator: Able to articulate complex problems simply and confidently Calm & Composed: Operates effectively in high-pressure or ambiguous situations Ownership & Accountability: Takes responsibility for delivering high-quality outcomes Continuous Improvement: Always seeking ways to enhance technical and engineering quality, security and efficiency Travel: Ability to travel to different sites and locations on a weekly basis Critical Competencies - Technical Competencies (Essential) Strong architectural capability across Microsoft Azure and core Microsoft cloud services Proficiency in security technologies, frameworks, and secure architecture patterns (including Microsoft Defender XDR and Microsoft Sentinel) Strong expertise in Windows Active Directory and hybrid identity integration with Microsoft Entra ID Experience with modern endpoint and device management and configuration management, including Microsoft Intune and Microsoft Configuration Manager (SCCM/ConfigMgr) Hands-on capability in automation, IaC, CI/CD, scripting and platform engineering Comfortable using AI tools to achieve outcomes (e.g., accelerating analysis, troubleshooting, automation and documentation) with appropriate security and data-handling practices Critical Competencies - Technical Competencies (Desirable) Experience with distributed systems or modern application architectures Exposure to data engineering, observability platforms or edge networking Please note: You will be required to have been resident in the UK for five years prior to application and to hold or be prepared to undergo UK Non-Police Personnel Vetting (NPPV) and/or a Security Check (SC) clearance as part of this role.
Become part of a mission-driven digital team helping to build secure, resilient services used by millions across the UK. The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), in partnership with Inspire People, is seeking a Lead Technical Architect with strong experience across infrastructure and cloud technologies, architectural governance, and the ability to lead technical design across complex digital services. Based in Swansea on a permanent appointment, this role offers hybrid working with a minimum 60% office-based in Swansea and a base salary of £57,515 plus a Digital and Data allowance of up to £24,915, plus 29% employer pension contribution plus excellent Civil Service benefits. Shape the Future of Digital Services at DVLA DVLA delivers national-scale digital services that support the safe and lawful use of vehicles across the UK, reaching millions of citizens and businesses every year. As DVLA continues to modernise its technology landscape, the organisation is investing in strong technical architecture capability to ensure services are secure, well-governed, scalable and aligned to wider government strategy. As a Lead Technical Architect, you will work across DVLA's IT Services Directorate and business teams, collaborating closely with engineering squads to design, assure and deliver modern digital solutions. You will play a key role in shaping architectural patterns, influencing technical decisions and mentoring other architects. As a Lead Technical Architect (Infrastructure), you will: Lead the technical design of systems and services, justifying and clearly communicating design decisions Define and assure solution architectures, ensuring alignment with enterprise and government architecture strategy Work collaboratively with engineering teams to deliver new solutions and transition them into live service Establish and apply architectural governance, ensuring consistency, quality and security by design Assure service and system quality, identifying risks, dependencies and cross-domain impacts Explore opportunities for cross-government alignment and reuse Provide leadership and mentoring to other architects and technical colleagues Engage with senior stakeholders, communicating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Essential skills for the Lead Technical Architect (Infrastructure) include: A strong architectural and technical background, having worked in an architect or technical lead role delivering enterprise-scale solutions Experience designing and building cloud-native or hybrid solutions Strong understanding of networking concepts including LAN, WAN and WLAN Experience with identity and directory services, including Entra Active Directory, hybrid Active Directory and Microsoft 365 Knowledge of cloud adoption principles, such as Microsoft's Azure Cloud Adoption Framework Experience applying data security principles to protect sensitive data Experience creating and maintaining solution designs in an iterative and collaborative manner Strong experience of architectural governance and assurance Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Desirable skills for the Lead Technical Architect (Infrastructure) include: Experience with unified communications and omni-channel contact centre solutions Experience working in government or other regulated environments Exposure to large-scale digital transformation programmes Experience mentoring architects or senior engineers Familiarity with Agile delivery and modern CI/CD practices In return, you can expect a flexible working culture, including: Hybrid working with a minimum 60% office-based in Swansea Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance A Civil Service pension with employer contributions of c.29% 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a privilege day Access to learning, development and digital career frameworks Why Join? This role offers the opportunity to shape and assure technology that supports nationally significant public services. You will work at scale, influence architectural standards across DVLA, and contribute directly to the organisation's long-term digital transformation. If you want to help shape nationally significant digital services at DVLA, apply via the link and one of the Inspire People team will be in touch.
May 21, 2026
Full time
Become part of a mission-driven digital team helping to build secure, resilient services used by millions across the UK. The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), in partnership with Inspire People, is seeking a Lead Technical Architect with strong experience across infrastructure and cloud technologies, architectural governance, and the ability to lead technical design across complex digital services. Based in Swansea on a permanent appointment, this role offers hybrid working with a minimum 60% office-based in Swansea and a base salary of £57,515 plus a Digital and Data allowance of up to £24,915, plus 29% employer pension contribution plus excellent Civil Service benefits. Shape the Future of Digital Services at DVLA DVLA delivers national-scale digital services that support the safe and lawful use of vehicles across the UK, reaching millions of citizens and businesses every year. As DVLA continues to modernise its technology landscape, the organisation is investing in strong technical architecture capability to ensure services are secure, well-governed, scalable and aligned to wider government strategy. As a Lead Technical Architect, you will work across DVLA's IT Services Directorate and business teams, collaborating closely with engineering squads to design, assure and deliver modern digital solutions. You will play a key role in shaping architectural patterns, influencing technical decisions and mentoring other architects. As a Lead Technical Architect (Infrastructure), you will: Lead the technical design of systems and services, justifying and clearly communicating design decisions Define and assure solution architectures, ensuring alignment with enterprise and government architecture strategy Work collaboratively with engineering teams to deliver new solutions and transition them into live service Establish and apply architectural governance, ensuring consistency, quality and security by design Assure service and system quality, identifying risks, dependencies and cross-domain impacts Explore opportunities for cross-government alignment and reuse Provide leadership and mentoring to other architects and technical colleagues Engage with senior stakeholders, communicating technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences Essential skills for the Lead Technical Architect (Infrastructure) include: A strong architectural and technical background, having worked in an architect or technical lead role delivering enterprise-scale solutions Experience designing and building cloud-native or hybrid solutions Strong understanding of networking concepts including LAN, WAN and WLAN Experience with identity and directory services, including Entra Active Directory, hybrid Active Directory and Microsoft 365 Knowledge of cloud adoption principles, such as Microsoft's Azure Cloud Adoption Framework Experience applying data security principles to protect sensitive data Experience creating and maintaining solution designs in an iterative and collaborative manner Strong experience of architectural governance and assurance Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Desirable skills for the Lead Technical Architect (Infrastructure) include: Experience with unified communications and omni-channel contact centre solutions Experience working in government or other regulated environments Exposure to large-scale digital transformation programmes Experience mentoring architects or senior engineers Familiarity with Agile delivery and modern CI/CD practices In return, you can expect a flexible working culture, including: Hybrid working with a minimum 60% office-based in Swansea Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance A Civil Service pension with employer contributions of c.29% 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and a privilege day Access to learning, development and digital career frameworks Why Join? This role offers the opportunity to shape and assure technology that supports nationally significant public services. You will work at scale, influence architectural standards across DVLA, and contribute directly to the organisation's long-term digital transformation. If you want to help shape nationally significant digital services at DVLA, apply via the link and one of the Inspire People team will be in touch.
Cyber Solution Architect (Digital Platforms & Trading Systems) 8-Month contract - Inside IR35 - market rate London based - hybrid working - 3 days a week onsite Must have Base Metals trading experience Role Overview We are looking for a hands-on, highly technical Cyber Solution Architect to design and deliver secure solutions across our digital platform ecosystem, with a strong focus on Base Metals Order Execution Management Systems (OEMS). This role requires deep technical expertise, practical implementation capability, and the ability to embed security into complex, low-latency trading environments. Key Responsibilities Design and implement secure, scalable cyber solutions for digital platforms, including OEMS and associated trading infrastructure. Act as a hands-on architect, contributing directly to solution design, engineering decisions, and security implementation. Develop and maintain security architecture patterns, reference models, and solution blueprints. Lead security design for Base Metals OEMS platforms, ensuring alignment with performance, resilience, and regulatory requirements. Perform threat modelling, security risk assessments, and architecture reviews. Integrate security into DevOps pipelines, promoting DevSecOps best practices. Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, and business teams to ensure security is embedded by design. Provide technical oversight on identity and access management (IAM), encryption, API security, and network security. Evaluate and implement security tooling (e.g., SIEM, EDR, DLP, WAF) within platform environments. Support incident response activities and provide expert guidance on security incidents affecting trading systems. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in a Cyber Solution Architect role with strong hands-on delivery capability. Deep technical knowledge across application, infrastructure, network, and cloud security domains. Demonstrated experience securing digital platforms in complex enterprise environments. Strong understanding of Order Execution Management Systems (OEMS), ideally within Base Metals or commodities trading. Experience in commodities or financial trading environments (particularly Base Metals). Understanding of regulatory requirements relevant to trading systems. Knowledge of trading workflows, low-latency systems, and associated cyber risks. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and cloud-native security architecture. Strong familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS). Experience implementing security controls including IAM, encryption, endpoint protection, and monitoring solutions. Proficiency in scripting or programming (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash). Desirable Skills Experience with high-frequency or algorithmic trading security. Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and modern identity frameworks. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or TOGAF. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
May 21, 2026
Contractor
Cyber Solution Architect (Digital Platforms & Trading Systems) 8-Month contract - Inside IR35 - market rate London based - hybrid working - 3 days a week onsite Must have Base Metals trading experience Role Overview We are looking for a hands-on, highly technical Cyber Solution Architect to design and deliver secure solutions across our digital platform ecosystem, with a strong focus on Base Metals Order Execution Management Systems (OEMS). This role requires deep technical expertise, practical implementation capability, and the ability to embed security into complex, low-latency trading environments. Key Responsibilities Design and implement secure, scalable cyber solutions for digital platforms, including OEMS and associated trading infrastructure. Act as a hands-on architect, contributing directly to solution design, engineering decisions, and security implementation. Develop and maintain security architecture patterns, reference models, and solution blueprints. Lead security design for Base Metals OEMS platforms, ensuring alignment with performance, resilience, and regulatory requirements. Perform threat modelling, security risk assessments, and architecture reviews. Integrate security into DevOps pipelines, promoting DevSecOps best practices. Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, and business teams to ensure security is embedded by design. Provide technical oversight on identity and access management (IAM), encryption, API security, and network security. Evaluate and implement security tooling (e.g., SIEM, EDR, DLP, WAF) within platform environments. Support incident response activities and provide expert guidance on security incidents affecting trading systems. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience in a Cyber Solution Architect role with strong hands-on delivery capability. Deep technical knowledge across application, infrastructure, network, and cloud security domains. Demonstrated experience securing digital platforms in complex enterprise environments. Strong understanding of Order Execution Management Systems (OEMS), ideally within Base Metals or commodities trading. Experience in commodities or financial trading environments (particularly Base Metals). Understanding of regulatory requirements relevant to trading systems. Knowledge of trading workflows, low-latency systems, and associated cyber risks. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and cloud-native security architecture. Strong familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS). Experience implementing security controls including IAM, encryption, endpoint protection, and monitoring solutions. Proficiency in scripting or programming (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash). Desirable Skills Experience with high-frequency or algorithmic trading security. Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and modern identity frameworks. Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, or TOGAF. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.
Security Architect (DevSecOps) Retail Hybrid: 3 days onsite per week in London 6 months+ £750 - £800 per day In short: We require a strong, application-focused Security Architect with a keen background in development or at least the ability to assure a product's architecture and have low-level, detailed conversations with engineers on the product whilst also facing off to more senior stakeholders in the business. In full: You will be responsible for augmenting the Security Architecture team with speciality skills and help scale our security presence across the wider technology and infrastructure teams. Provide engineering and product teams with direction and guidance for all security matters. Help product teams deliver new business features securely while balancing and clearly articulating technical and business risk. You will be expected to drive the deployment/integration of security capabilities into engineering teams within the product domain. You will drive security initiatives such as developing security requirements, threat modelling, strengthening application security, vulnerability reduction, etc., with the engineering teams. Reducing friction is paramount and we are all about fast feedback within existing workflows, not adding another console for a developer to check. Support teams in a collaborative manner in matters of mobile application, web application, cloud and data security, with threat modelling, risk treatment and security advice across all security domains. If you can raise a PR to fix a security issue, do so. Facilitate risk remediation but also challenge decisions and status-quo. Facilitate in assurance activities like penetration testing, purple testing, app assurance. Build quarterly/monthly roadmaps for security activities and plan them. You will need To excel in this position, we expect you to have the following: Solid security experience across common security domains - the technology might have changed but most of the security challenges have not. A thorough understanding of modern application development practices so that security capabilities can be introduced and embedded while minimising developer friction. Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and leadership skills along with effective communication (both written and verbal) skills. Be able to provide security guidance to engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle. Be able to develop threat models, attack trees, and embed security by design in product engineering effort. Good understanding of web technologies, REST APIs, micro services, modern application development, and mobile apps. Good understanding of software architecture, dev-sec-ops, and network security. Experience in browser security or mobile app security is desirable. Good understanding of industry standards such as OWASP ASVS, OWASP Top-10, CIS benchmarks. Hands-on experience with complex Azure and AWS architectures with an emphasis on containerised workloads. Command-line/API experience is highly desirable as security automation is a strategic priority. Some coding experience in something is always a plus - Java, HTML, JavaScript. You do not need to "be a developer" but you do need to understand the implications of security on engineering velocity. Knowledge of and experience with PCI-DSS will be desirable. Multiple examples of completed projects in security engineering or closely related areas. Azure or AWS cloud security certifications (preferred). Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities employer. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
May 21, 2026
Contractor
Security Architect (DevSecOps) Retail Hybrid: 3 days onsite per week in London 6 months+ £750 - £800 per day In short: We require a strong, application-focused Security Architect with a keen background in development or at least the ability to assure a product's architecture and have low-level, detailed conversations with engineers on the product whilst also facing off to more senior stakeholders in the business. In full: You will be responsible for augmenting the Security Architecture team with speciality skills and help scale our security presence across the wider technology and infrastructure teams. Provide engineering and product teams with direction and guidance for all security matters. Help product teams deliver new business features securely while balancing and clearly articulating technical and business risk. You will be expected to drive the deployment/integration of security capabilities into engineering teams within the product domain. You will drive security initiatives such as developing security requirements, threat modelling, strengthening application security, vulnerability reduction, etc., with the engineering teams. Reducing friction is paramount and we are all about fast feedback within existing workflows, not adding another console for a developer to check. Support teams in a collaborative manner in matters of mobile application, web application, cloud and data security, with threat modelling, risk treatment and security advice across all security domains. If you can raise a PR to fix a security issue, do so. Facilitate risk remediation but also challenge decisions and status-quo. Facilitate in assurance activities like penetration testing, purple testing, app assurance. Build quarterly/monthly roadmaps for security activities and plan them. You will need To excel in this position, we expect you to have the following: Solid security experience across common security domains - the technology might have changed but most of the security challenges have not. A thorough understanding of modern application development practices so that security capabilities can be introduced and embedded while minimising developer friction. Excellent interpersonal, facilitation, and leadership skills along with effective communication (both written and verbal) skills. Be able to provide security guidance to engineering teams throughout the product development lifecycle. Be able to develop threat models, attack trees, and embed security by design in product engineering effort. Good understanding of web technologies, REST APIs, micro services, modern application development, and mobile apps. Good understanding of software architecture, dev-sec-ops, and network security. Experience in browser security or mobile app security is desirable. Good understanding of industry standards such as OWASP ASVS, OWASP Top-10, CIS benchmarks. Hands-on experience with complex Azure and AWS architectures with an emphasis on containerised workloads. Command-line/API experience is highly desirable as security automation is a strategic priority. Some coding experience in something is always a plus - Java, HTML, JavaScript. You do not need to "be a developer" but you do need to understand the implications of security on engineering velocity. Knowledge of and experience with PCI-DSS will be desirable. Multiple examples of completed projects in security engineering or closely related areas. Azure or AWS cloud security certifications (preferred). Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities employer. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Security Engineer - Strata Cloud Manager, Palo Alto, Prisma Up to £750 per day (Inside IR35) Remote 6 months My client is seeking a hands-on Security Engineer with deep expertise in Palo Alto Networks technologies, particularly around Prisma Access and Strata Cloud Manager, as well as ideally having working knowledge of Zscaler. You will play a key role in designing, implementing, and enhancing secure network infrastructure across a large, complex enterprise environment. Key Requirements: Proven experience as a Security Engineer within large, Enterobacteriales environments. Strong Palo Alto Networks experience - Prisma Access is essential, with solid hands-on expertise in Strata Cloud Manager. Experience migrating from Zscaler Experience building or tuning policy-based security controls (DLP, URL filtering, decryption, etc.). Skilled in Palo Alto VM-Series and related PAN security products. Exposure to IAM/PAM/PIM concepts. Nice to have: Knowledge of firewalling, VPN, Zero Trust frameworks, and SD-WAN technologies. Experience with Terraform and scripting (Python, Bash, or PowerShell). Experience integrating SIEM platforms Understanding of Zero Trust architecture and SD-WAN optimization 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 hays.co.uk
May 21, 2026
Contractor
Security Engineer - Strata Cloud Manager, Palo Alto, Prisma Up to £750 per day (Inside IR35) Remote 6 months My client is seeking a hands-on Security Engineer with deep expertise in Palo Alto Networks technologies, particularly around Prisma Access and Strata Cloud Manager, as well as ideally having working knowledge of Zscaler. You will play a key role in designing, implementing, and enhancing secure network infrastructure across a large, complex enterprise environment. Key Requirements: Proven experience as a Security Engineer within large, Enterobacteriales environments. Strong Palo Alto Networks experience - Prisma Access is essential, with solid hands-on expertise in Strata Cloud Manager. Experience migrating from Zscaler Experience building or tuning policy-based security controls (DLP, URL filtering, decryption, etc.). Skilled in Palo Alto VM-Series and related PAN security products. Exposure to IAM/PAM/PIM concepts. Nice to have: Knowledge of firewalling, VPN, Zero Trust frameworks, and SD-WAN technologies. Experience with Terraform and scripting (Python, Bash, or PowerShell). Experience integrating SIEM platforms Understanding of Zero Trust architecture and SD-WAN optimization 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 hays.co.uk
