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Node.js Contractor - AI Tool Replatforming Remote Outside IR35 (Apply online only)/day We are looking for an experienced Node.js contractor to help replatform and modernise an internally developed AI-driven data platform. The existing tool was rapidly developed by a member of the technical team using AI-assisted development tools and is currently running locally on a laptop environment. We now need an experienced engineer to rewrite/refactor the application into a secure, production-ready Node.js solution suitable for deployment within our server infrastructure. The Role You will take ownership of analysing the current Python-based application and rebuilding/refactoring it into a scalable and maintainable Node.js platform. The application: Pulls data from multiple external sources including: RSS feeds Websites APIs Processes and stores data within a database Includes a front-end interface for displaying and interacting with the data A key part of the engagement will be ensuring the rebuilt platform is secure, robust, and capable of passing penetration/security testing. Required Skills & Experience Strong commercial experience with Node.js Experience refactoring or rewriting existing applications Solid understanding of secure software engineering practices Experience building applications that integrate with APIs, web scraping, and data feeds Database design and integration experience Front-end development capability (React/Vue/modern JS frameworks beneficial) Experience deploying applications into production server environments Understanding of authentication, security hardening, and application resilience Ability to work independently and make pragmatic architectural decisions Desirable Previous experience working with AI/LLM-powered applications Python experience to help interpret the existing codebase Experience preparing systems for penetration testing/compliance review DevOps/cloud infrastructure experience Contract Details Contract: Outside IR35 Rate: (Apply online only) per day Location: Fully remote Start: ASAP Duration: Initially 10-12 weeks but potential for extension We're looking for someone pragmatic, technically strong, and comfortable taking an early-stage internal tool and turning it into a secure, production-grade platform.

MERITUS are recruiting for a Security Architect to join our client supporting critical Central Government and Defence programmes, delivering secure, resilient, and high-quality architecture solutions across complex enterprise and cloud environments. SECURITY ARCHITECT - 10 MONTH CONTRACT - 900 PER DAY (OUTSIDE IR35) - ANDOVER - SC CLEARANCE REQUIRED As a Security Architect, you will play a key role in designing and assuring secure technology solutions across large-scale programmes within highly regulated environments. You will work closely with engineering, architecture, delivery, and client teams to ensure security is embedded throughout the full solution lifecycle, applying secure-by-design principles and modern cyber security best practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Security Architect with expertise across enterprise security architecture, cloud security, DevSecOps, secure software development, and risk management within government or defence sectors. Key Responsibilities: Lead security architecture activities across complex projects and programmes within Central Government and Defence environments. Design and assure secure enterprise, cloud, hybrid, and on-premises architectures aligned to business and technical requirements. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure security considerations are embedded across the entire delivery lifecycle. Conduct security threat modelling, risk assessments, and security architecture reviews for critical systems and services. Develop and maintain security reference architectures, standards, principles, and best practices. Support IT Health Checks (ITHC), penetration testing exercises, and remediation activities. Provide technical security leadership and governance across development, integration, and delivery teams. Work with customers, stakeholders, and accreditors to define security requirements and advise on risk mitigation strategies. Ensure adherence to security frameworks, regulatory requirements, and industry standards including GDPR, OWASP, and NCSC principles. Support the design and implementation of DevSecOps pipelines, secure CI/CD processes, and automated security tooling. Contribute to enterprise security strategy, architecture governance, and continuous improvement initiatives. Support business development activities including bids, proposals, pre-sales engagements, and client demonstrations. Identify emerging cyber security trends, technologies, vulnerabilities, and assess their relevance to customer solutions. Provide mentoring, leadership, and guidance to junior architects and engineering teams. Communicate complex security concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Skills & Experience: Proven experience working as a Security Architect within Central Government, Defence, or highly regulated environments. Strong understanding of enterprise security architecture principles, methodologies, and frameworks. Hands-on experience performing threat modelling, security risk assessments, and secure solution assurance. Experience designing secure cloud and hybrid architectures using Microsoft Azure and/or AWS. Strong understanding of DevSecOps, CI/CD security, and secure software development lifecycle (SSDLC) practices. Knowledge of secure architecture patterns, secure web application development, and API security. Experience implementing and governing security controls aligned to OWASP, NCSC Cloud Security Principles, and GDPR. Strong understanding of authentication and authorisation technologies including SAML, OAuth2, OpenID Connect, Active Directory, ADFS, and LDAP. Experience supporting penetration testing, vulnerability remediation, and IT Health Check activities. Experience working with multidisciplinary Agile delivery teams across complex technical programmes. Ability to engage with senior stakeholders and communicate security risks and architectural decisions clearly. Strong understanding of enterprise integration, infrastructure, and data security principles. Got your attention? If you believe that you have the skills and experience for this Security Architect opportunity, then please get in touch. We also offer a referral scheme for any candidates whose details are passed to us that we successfully place. For further information, please contact the MERITUS team today.

IT Project Engineer We are currently recruiting an experienced IT Project Engineer to join us here at Tailor Made Technologies on a hybrid model. We are currently adding to our existing Infrastructure Project Team due to the successful business growth of Tailor Made Technologies. This hands-on technical infrastructure design and project delivery role is vital for us. We are looking for the right person to come and add their experience to our forward thinking, innovative and dynamic team. In return we will provide training and support to develop your career, helping you reach your potential. There will be expected travel with this role. Benefits of working for Tailor Made Technologies: A competitive salary. Training opportunities set out with a clear training structure. Progressive working environment with access to voice your opinions to decision makers. Your birthday off. Flexi health plan cover and access to a range of Health Benefits. IT purchasing scheme. Company pension. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays. Join a Trusted Partner for Transformative Managed Technology Experts in Managed IT, Cyber Security and Communications solutions, Tailor Made Technologies (TMT) is on a mission to help small and medium-sized enterprises leverage business technology to achieve their goals. Partnership-focused with a deep and deliberate understanding of customers strategic goals, our in-house teams tailor our services to suit every client s unique requirement and drive business growth. Through comprehensive offerings, broad technical knowledge and excellent customer service, we ensure your business-critical IT and Communications systems work seamlessly in the background, unleashing you to fulfil your targets. Duties and Responsibilities of our IT Project Engineer As our IT Project Engineer your role will be working on secure and complex projects, developing and supporting multiple internal and cloud-based infrastructures. You will be working closely with the Project Managers, Account Managers, and Technical Consultants, ensuring successful delivery of our bespoke projects to our clients in a timely and professional manner. You will also utilise your attention to detail to create procedural documentation for use by supporting colleagues. Technical Skills Direct experience in a few of the following areas are required: Windows Server 2008R2 2022 Active Directory / GPO Exchange/Office365 VMware ESXi (phone number removed) including vCentre Citrix XenApp 7.15LTSR and above and NetScalers Microsoft Azure Networking Cisco and HPE Aruba SANs Ideally NetApp WiFi Meraki and Unifi Backups Veeam, MSP Backup and Datto Security AV, MFA, NPS, Password polices and GPO lockdown Previous Experience: Strong infrastructure and networking skills and experience. You will be at ease troubleshooting and resolving issues in reference environments and on live systems, as well as comfortable documenting, testing, implementing and supporting changes following on from an approved change control process. Previous ownership of projects throughout their entire lifecycle ensuring all targets are met. Strong experience of working with internal and external teams to the most professional standards.

Senior PHP / GoLang Engineer - Fareham, Hampshire - Circa 70,000 plus excellent benefits. - OOP, PHP, GoLang An exciting new opportunity for a Senior PHP / GoLang Engineer to join an exciting technology business based in Fareham, Hampshire. You will be given the chance to join a technically minded development team to constantly evolve their internal technology stack. Working within a dedicated LAMP and Go environment and reporting to the project manager, you will be helping to plan and develop the product and its internal driven websites, data migration and help with support and maintenance of security and storage services. Desired skill set that includes: GoLang OOP PHP5+ MySQL Git Beneficial Skills: Google Cloud / AWS Docker Load Balancing TDD Code Review The company offer an unrivalled volume of new projects, Greenfield development and the opportunity to work with and learn from some of the sharpest developers in the area. On top of a competitive salary the company offer some fantastic financial and lifestyle benefits including; free access to local gym and health spa, onsite chef (free cooked breakfast & lunch!), childcare vouchers, cycle to work scheme, pension, BUPA healthcare. To be considered for this position please send your CV to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Cyber Security Engineer Illumio/ GCP / GCVE Migration Project We are seeking a mid-to-senior level Illumio Engineer to support a large-scale migration initiative to Google Cloud Platform (GCP), including Google Cloud VMware Engine (GCVE). The ideal candidate will bring strong hands-on experience with Illumio and micro-segmentation technologies and be capable of contributing from day one in a fast-paced migration programme. Project Overview The project involves migrating applications currently hosted in colocation environments into GCVE and GCP. Existing applications are already micro-segmented, and the engineer will help extend, adapt, and optimise segmentation policies within the new cloud environment. The team is currently standing up compute instances within GCVE and requires Illumio expertise to implement and manage micro-segmentation throughout the migration lifecycle. Key Responsibilities Support the migration of workloads from colocation environments into GCVE/GCP. Design, implement, and maintain Illumio micro-segmentation policies across hybrid and cloud environments. Analyse existing traffic flows and segmentation policies to ensure secure migration and application communication. Assist with traffic analysis and dependency mapping for migrating applications. Work closely with infrastructure, cloud, and networking teams to support secure workload onboarding into GCVE. Configure and manage Illumio Policy Compute Engine (PCE) and VEN deployments. Support connectivity and integration work, including creation and management of required connectors. Collaborate on changes to the VMware load balancing solution as part of the migration to the target-state architecture. Troubleshoot policy enforcement, segmentation, and connectivity issues. Produce technical documentation and migration runbooks. Required Skills & Experience Strong hands-on experience with Illumio or similar micro-segmentation technologies. Proven background in micro-segmentation and traffic flow analysis. Experience supporting cloud migration or hybrid infrastructure projects. Good understanding of networking concepts including TCP/IP, routing, firewalls, and application dependencies. Experience working within VMware environments. Familiarity with load balancing technologies and connector configuration. Ability to operate independently and contribute immediately with minimal ramp-up time. Strong troubleshooting and stakeholder communication skills.

Professional Services Engineer (Client-Facing / Security Technology)Leicester (Hybrid)£ We are partnering with a leading global technology organisation to recruit a Professional Services Engineer to deliver complex, client-facing technical solutions. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in fast-paced environments , enjoys working directly with clients, and can combine technical depth with strong communication skills . The Role You will be responsible for implementing and integrating security-focused products within client environments, ensuring successful delivery and long-term value. Key responsibilities: Leading end-to-end implementations of complex technical solutions Gathering client requirements and translating into tailored solutions Installing, configuring and integrating systems into existing environments Supporting data migration and system integration (APIs, platforms, etc.) Troubleshooting technical issues during and after deployment Delivering client training and workshops Acting as a trusted technical advisor to customers Managing multiple projects in a fast-paced delivery environment Must-have: Experience in a Professional Services / Solutions / Implementation Engineer role Strong understanding of complex technical products (ideally security or SaaS) Proven experience working in client-facing environments Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders Experience working in fast-paced, delivery-focused environments Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Technical experience: Experience with APIs, integrations and system architecture Exposure to cloud platforms (e.g. GCP/AWS/Azure) Scripting or automation experience (Python, Bash or similar) desirable Background in security or endpoint technologies highly advantageous Key Traits for Success Confident and articulate communicator Ability to build strong client relationships Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines Proactive, solutions-focused mindset Please Note Candidates must have hands-on RF design experience (not just theoretical) GPS and/or wireless communication expertise will be a key differentiator Due to the nature of the work, candidates must meet UK residency requirements Active SC Clearance is required (or eligibility to obtain it) If you have the relevant experience outlined above and meet the requirements, please apply using the link provided.

CYBER SECURITY ANALYST (SOC ANALYST) CCL Global are currently recruiting for a Cyber Security Analyst to support a high-security Security Operations Centre (SOC) environment within a critical national infrastructure setting. This role will play a key part in protecting enterprise systems by monitoring, detecting, analysing, and responding to cyber security threats in real time. Type of Contract: Contract (Inside IR35) Location: Bath (100% office) Contract Length: Until April 2027 Key Duties Will Include: Monitor, investigate, and triage security events and alerts within a live SOC environment. Analyse security incidents to determine scope, impact, and priority, ensuring appropriate escalation and response. Manage end-to-end incident response activities from detection through to resolution. Support the development and enhancement of SIEM use cases, detection rules, analytics, and playbooks. Conduct real-time analysis of logs and security data to identify malicious activity or policy violations. Work closely with technical teams to support containment and remediation of security incidents. Support continuous improvement of SOC processes, tooling, and detection capability. Contribute to security reporting, documentation, and operational procedures. Requirements: Proven experience working as a SOC Analyst (Tier 2/3) within enterprise or critical environments. Strong experience with SIEM technologies (e.g. ArcSight or similar), including configuration and engineering support. Ability to triage security alerts and accurately assess risk, impact, and priority. Experience managing security incidents in real time within a SOC environment. Strong understanding of networking, cloud environments, and enterprise IT infrastructure. Experience creating and tuning detection use cases, analytics, and playbooks. Knowledge of Information Security principles, threat detection, and incident response practices. Familiarity with Microsoft technologies, Linux systems, and security tooling. Understanding of security frameworks and data protection principles including GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Experience working within an ITIL-based service environment. Desirable: Industry-recognised cyber security certifications (e.g. SANS, ISC2). Experience within Defence, Government, or high-security environments. Degree in Cyber Security, Computing, Engineering, or related discipline. Experience in a senior SOC or lead analyst capacity.

Hays are now looking for a DV Cleared Infrastructure Project Manager for one of our local clients: 697 p/d Inside IR35 Candidates must have current DV Clearance Location is London 6 month+ contract In the role you will lead the end-to-end delivery of secure, resilient IT infrastructure projects. You'll work across engineering teams and senior stakeholders to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and aligned to governance and architectural standards. What you'll be doing Leading the delivery of infrastructure projects across networks, cloud, hosting, and data centres Managing project plans, RAID logs, budgets, and governance in line with PMO frameworks Providing technical oversight - reviewing designs (HLD/LLD) and ensuring feasibility, security, and scalability Engaging senior stakeholders, architects, security teams, and suppliers, translating technical detail into clear updates Managing third-party vendors, contracts (SoWs), and delivery against KPIs Identifying and mitigating risks, supporting assurance, compliance, and security accreditation processes Driving change and transition into live service, ensuring service readiness and operational handover What we're looking for Active DV (Developed Vetting) clearance - essential Proven experience delivering complex infrastructure or IT projects in secure or regulated environments Strong understanding of networks, on-prem, cloud, and enterprise IT infrastructure Ability to review and challenge technical designs (HLD/LLD) Experience working with secure systems, or high-assurance environments Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging senior and executive audiences Experience managing suppliers and working in multi-vendor environments Familiarity with PRINCE2, Agile, or hybrid delivery If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or please send a copy of your CV to Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Job Title: Snowflake Data Architect Salary: Paying up to 90,000 per annum Location: Wembley London - 5 days on-site Our client, a well-established and diversified multinational organisation, is seeking a Snowflake / Data Architect to join their team. Skills Solid experience in Data Engineering or Data Architecture, with a minimum of 4 years specialising in Snowflake platform design and governance. Data Architecture: Mastery of Data Warehouse design methodologies - Inmon, Kimball, and Data Vault 2.0 - with the judgement to apply the right pattern for the right use case. Technical Skills: Expert SQL and Python; hands-on experience with dbt (data build tool) or equivalent transformation frameworks. AWS Integration : Solid understanding of AWS IAM, S3 data lake patterns, and PrivateLink for cross-cloud data connectivity. AI Readiness : Practical experience architecting data infrastructure for AI/ML consumption - vector databases, embedding stores, and RAG pipeline integration. Soft Skills: Strong interpersonal skills; ability to translate complex data architecture into clear language for Business Analysts and non-technical stakeholders. Duties Data Modelling Standard: defining Star Schema patterns, Snowflake object hierarchies, and modelling conventions that serve as the Group-wide standard for all data products. Cross-Cloud Orchestration : Design and implement secure, high-throughput data pipelines connecting AWS S3 and Azure APIs through Snowflake - ensuring data integrity, lineage tracking, and end-to-end auditability. Snowflake Governance : Own the full security model for the Snowflake platform - RBAC policy design, dynamic data masking, row-level security, and comprehensive audit logging across all environments. FinOps for Data: Monitor Snowflake credit consumption patterns, identify and remediate high-cost query anti-patterns, and implement warehouse scheduling strategies to reduce operational data spend. AI Readiness: Architect data stores purpose-built for LLM consumption - including vector databases, embedding pipelines, and RAG-compatible data structures that will serve as the foundation for Bestway's AI product layer. Data Contracts : Partner with Business Analysts to formally define and document 'Data Contracts' between systems - creating clear, agreed interfaces between producers and consumers across the data platform.

Job Title: Lead Modernization Engineer Java / Node.js Salary: Paying up to 80,000 per annum Location: Wembley London - 5 days on-site Our client, a well-established and diversified multinational organisation, is seeking a Lead Modernization Engineer Java / Node.js to join their team. Skills Solid Experience in Java development with significant, demonstrable experience in Spring Boot and Microservices architecture - not just familiarity, but production ownership. Azure Integration: Proven experience building applications that consume Azure-native services, including Azure Key Vault for secrets, Azure Storage API, and Azure Service Bus for event-driven messaging. DevOps Mindset: Solid understanding of the full CI/CD lifecycle; comfortable reading and contributing to Dockerfiles and GitHub Actions YAML workflows - not as a DevOps engineer, but as a developer who understands the pipeline their code flows through. API Mastery: Deep expertise in RESTful API design principles, OAuth2 authentication flows (including FusionAuth integration), and DMARC-compliant transactional email logic via SendGrid. Duties Engineering Standards: Define and enforce the clients Java and Node.js coding standards across the team - with a specific focus on robust exception handling, ninary stream handling, structured logging via Application Insights, and adherence to security-first development practices. Cloud-Native Readiness: Ensure all application logic is optimised for containerisation from the ground up. This includes implementing proper Health Check endpoints, secure Secret Management via Azure Key Vault, correct port mapping for Container Apps, and stateless design principles compatible with Azure Container Apps (ACA). Technical Mentorship: Provide direct, hands-on mentorship to junior and mid-level developers - identifying technical debt at the codebase level, running structured code reviews, and building a culture of engineering excellence that prevents recurring quality issues such as corrupted or misconfigured deployments. Architectural Liaison: Work closely with the Principal Architect to translate High-Level Designs (HLDs) into production-ready implementation plans - ensuring the development team understands not just what to build, but why the architectural decisions were made, and what constraints must be respected. Quality Assurance: Champion a strong automated testing culture - unit tests, integration tests, and contract tests - to prevent regression and ensure deployments are verifiably stable before reaching production.

Sue Ross Recruitment are working on behalf of our client, a highly respected provider of commercial services including electrical, mechanical, data & IT solutions, to recruit a 1st Line Support Engineer on a permanent basis. The key function of the 1st Line Support Engineer is to provide first-line technical support across server infrastructure and end-user devices in a hybrid IT environment. This role focuses on user support, device and server monitoring, patching, and basic systems administration, ensuring reliable and secure day-to-day IT operations. Key Responsibilities for the 1st Line Support Engineer End-User Support Provide first-line support for desktops, laptops, mobile devices, printers, and peripherals Troubleshoot hardware, software, and basic network connectivity issues Support Windows and/or macOS operating systems and common business applications Assist users with account access, password resets, and basic security practices Server & Infrastructure Support Monitor on-premises and cloud-based servers for availability and performance Assist with basic server administration tasks (user accounts, permissions, services) Escalate complex server or infrastructure issues to senior support as required Patching & Systems Management Perform routine patching and updates for servers and end-user devices Assist with endpoint management tools (e.g., MDM, RMM, or device management platforms) Verify patch compliance and report issues or failures Hybrid Environment Support Support systems in a hybrid environment (on-premises and cloud-based platforms) Assist with Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Azure AD/Entra ID, or similar services Help maintain secure access to systems for remote and on-site users Documentation & Process Log incidents, requests, and resolutions accurately in the ticketing system Follow standard operating procedures and contribute to IT documentation Communicate clearly with users regarding issue status and resolution Candidate Requirements for the 1st Line Support Engineer: 1 2 years of experience in an IT support or service desk role Basic understanding of: Windows operating systems (Windows 10/11, Windows Server fundamentals ) End-user hardware troubleshooting Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP) Familiarity with patching and endpoint management concepts Ability to prioritise tasks and work within a ticket-based environment Preferred Qualifications for the 1st Line Support Engineer Experience supporting a hybrid IT environment (on-prem + cloud) Exposure to Microsoft 365, Active Directory, and Azure/Entra ID Familiarity with endpoint management or patching tools Entry-level certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, Network+, Microsoft Fundamentals) Unfortunately due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to provide individual feedback to all applicants. Please assume that if you do not hear from us within 72 hours that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. May we take this opportunity to thank you for expressing an interest in one of our roles and wish you the very best in your search for employment.

Job Title: Scrum Master (JIRA) Role Overview We are looking for a seasoned Scrum Master to support Agile delivery and oversee the management of delivery workflows within a Client programme. The individual must be capable of working within stringent governance and compliance frameworks. The appointed Scrum Master will take the lead on Scrum deliverables, facilitating the delivery of complex solutions in secure, regulated, and often constrained settings. Expertise with Atlassian JIRA is essential, as it will be used to manage delivery workflows throughout the project. Key Responsibilities Facilitate Scrum ceremonies (Daily Stand-ups, Sprint Planning, Reviews, Retrospectives) Act as servant leader to Agile teams, removing impediments and enabling delivery Manage and optimise delivery workflows using Jira Software Work closely with Product Owners to maintain a well-groomed backlog. Support delivery in client environments including: Working within client governance frameworks Managing dependencies with external suppliers and systems Ensure Agile practices are adapted appropriately for regulated defence programmes, including supporting RADIO management from a Scrum Manager perspective. Track and report delivery metrics (velocity, burn-down, predictability), ensuring key milestones are tracked and updated on the Project plan. Coach teams and stakeholders in Agile best practices Facilitate collaboration across engineering, architecture, and security teams Support integration of COTS (Commercial Off-The-Shelf) and bespoke applications / platforms into Agile delivery, ensuring reporting is taking place in accordance with project governance. Required Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Scrum Master in Agile delivery environments Strong hands-on experience with Jira Software (Epics, boards, workflows, reporting) Experience working within UK government projects Understanding of: Secure / deployed environments Air-gapped or restricted network constraints desirable Familiarity with Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFU or similar) Ability to manage delivery in high-compliance environments Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Desirable Experience Experience working within client programmes Knowledge of Client XX Digital standards or delivery frameworks Experience integrating: Legacy systems Cloud-native platforms (e.g., AWS-based solutions) Familiarity with DevSecOps practices in secure environments Scrum certifications (CSM, PSM, SAFU SM) Key Attributes Pragmatic Agile mindset (able to adapt Scrum to real-world constraints) Strong facilitation and conflict resolution skills Resilient and comfortable working in complex, evolving environments Security-aware and compliance-conscious Proven ability to lead and support in teams Typical Environment Multidisciplinary Agile teams, including multidisciplinary teams: client, vendor, partner and 3rd parties. Highly regulated, security-conscious delivery setting Mix of modern cloud-native, bespoke applications and legacy/COTS systems Tooling centred around JIRA and collaborative platforms Security Requirements Eligibility client UK Security Clearance (SC) What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays 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 at (url removed)

MFA Technical Engineer Role ( Solid IAM and MFA experience) The role is for a MFA Technical Engineer with significant experience in delivery projects into large organisations with many stakeholders. The successful candidates must therefore have strong social skills across different mediums and ability to communicate a vision based on developing technology. The successful candidate will have a strong general technical background with hands on experience delivering IAM and infrastructure projects. Inside IR35 - Based in Sheffield 2-3 day a week - non-negotiable Key responsibilities Engineer and support MFA solutions across enterprise identity platforms (eg, Azure AD/Entra ID, iSeries, ADFS, etc). Deliver authentication patterns: OIDC/OAuth2, SAML2, Kerberos/LDAP, session management, token lifecycle. Integrate apps with enterprise IAM/SSO platforms (AD, ADLDS, ADFS, Entra). Integrate MFA with applications using standards and protocols (SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0, OpenID Connect, RADIUS, LDAP). Strong understanding of authentication vs authorisation, identity lifecycle, and trust boundaries. Implement and maintain authentication policies (conditional access, step-up authentication, risk-based controls, device posture). Manage MFA factors and lifecycle: push, OTP, FIDO2/WebAuthn, hardware tokens, SMS/voice (where permitted), backup codes, recovery flows. Monitor service health and security events; tune alerting and dashboards. Troubleshoot complex authentication issues (SSO/MFA failures, token/certificate issues, clock drift, network/proxy constraints). Partner with IAM, Cyber Security, Architecture, and application teams to deliver secure-by-design integrations. Strong understanding of authentication vs authorisation, identity lifecycle, and trust boundaries. Produce and maintain technical documentation, runbooks, and knowledge articles; contribute to operational readiness Support audits and control testing; evidence compliance with security and regulatory requirements. Participate in on-call/incident response, problem management, and continuous improvement. Essential Skills Knowledge of Multi-Factor Authentication/Passwordless Authentication technology is required. Strong hands-on experience with federated protocols (OIDC/OAuth2/SAML). Experience with at least one IdP platform and troubleshooting tools. Strong understanding of authentication vs authorisation, identity lifecycle, and trust boundaries. Support PoC/Pilot testing and planning for rollout for new authentication patterns. Work with Architecture on production infrastructure design. Present at stakeholder forums to provide updates on the project deliverables and achievements. Is technically versed on modern authentication protocols and can have technical discussion to support issues identified during implementations. Conduct reviews with service owners to complete/review technology assessments to determine suitable approach. Plan and support IAM Authentication implementation. Familiar with JIRA/Confluence and can support our journey to use these tools better. Hands-on experience engineering MFA/SSO within an enterprise IAM environment. Working knowledge of PKI, certificates, TLS, and key management concepts. Experience operating production services: monitoring, incident management, change/release processes. Desirable Skills Previous experience of working in financial services, ideally HSBC experience. EntraID/AzureAD experience. Scripting/automation skills (PowerShell and/or Python) and familiarity with APIs. Experience with FIDO2/WebAuthn and phishing-resistant MFA rollouts. Knowledge of Zero Trust and adaptive/risk-based authentication. Familiarity with privileged access controls (PAM) and strong authentication for admin workflows. Cloud identity experience (Azure/AWS/GCP) and hybrid identity (AD, ADFS). ITIL practices and experience in regulated environments (financial services). Understanding of regulatory/security expectations (least privilege, auditability). Qualifications Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Cyber Security, or equivalent experience. Security/IAM certifications are a plus (eg, Microsoft Identity, Okta/Ping certs, CISSP/SSCP, GIAC-role dependent).

Find & Fix / Vulnerability Engineer: Active UK SC Clearance is essential Hybrid - 1 day onsite per week from Stevenage or Filton We are seeking a Vulnerability Management Engineer to take ownership of the full lifecycle of vulnerability management across both internal systems and client environments. This is a key role focused on improving security posture through effective identification, prioritisation, and remediation of vulnerabilities across cloud and on-prem environments. The Role You will be responsible for driving vulnerabilities through to full resolution-ensuring issues are not just identified but properly remediated, verified, and evidenced. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will help balance risk reduction with operational stability while embedding secure practices at scale. Key Responsibilities Own the end-to-end vulnerability remediation lifecycle - from identification and validation through to remediation, verification, and closure Remediate cloud security issues using tools such as: Microsoft Defender for Cloud Azure Advisor AWS Inspector & Security Hub Conduct on-prem vulnerability scanning and coordinate remediation activities Translate security advisories into clear, actionable remediation tasks for engineering teams Resolve OS and application vulnerabilities via patching, hardening, and control implementation Collaborate with infrastructure, platform, and application teams to deploy fixes safely (including change control, testing, and rollback planning) Maintain comprehensive documentation and audit evidence, including root cause analysis and validation Produce regular reporting on vulnerability trends, SLA performance, and residual risk Deliver remediation at scale using DevOps practices and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform) Continuously improve vulnerability management processes and security baselines Environment Hybrid cloud : Azure & AWS On-prem infrastructure environments Security tooling and enterprise vulnerability management frameworks Cross-functional collaboration across engineering, security, and operations teams Key Requirements Proven experience in vulnerability management and remediation Strong exposure to Azure, AWS, and on-prem environments Experience with vulnerability scanning and security tools Understanding of security frameworks and best practices DevOps mindset with experience in automation, IaC (Terraform), and scalable solutions Strong stakeholder management and communication skills Active UK SC Clearance is essential

Our Client: This client is a key player in the North West s energy sector, supplying vital supplies across their sector. The company serves a wide range of major customers, including international brands, supermarkets, commercial airlines, and regional transport networks, and is actively investing in the development of low-carbon fuels. With a workforce of hundreds of skilled employees, they place a strong emphasis on safety, technical excellence, and professional development. The company is helping drive regional and national decarbonisation efforts, offering challenging work and industry-leading training within a supportive and safety-focused culture. Your Role: As Cyber Security Project Lead you will deliver a variety of cybersecurity initiatives aligned with the NIST Cybersecurity Framework. The role involves coordinating with stakeholders to define project scope, timelines, and deliverables, while managing documentation such as plans and reports. The successful candidate will oversee risk assessments, asset inventories, and ensure secure by design principles are embedded across IT and business projects, acting as a key point of expertise for cybersecurity solutions. Responsibilities include implementing security controls, conducting threat modelling and architecture reviews, and defining secure configurations and standards. The role also ensures systems include robust monitoring, detection, incident response, and recovery capabilities, while supporting overall resilience. Additionally, as the Cyber Security Lead you will contribute to Change Advisory Board decisions, assessing changes from a cybersecurity perspective and recommending appropriate controls. Due to the nature of working environment this role will require you to be fully office based. Essential Experience: The ideal candidate will hold a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, IT, Systems Engineering, or a related field, along with recognised certifications such as CISSP, CISM, and a project management qualification. Additional industry certifications are desirable but not essential. You will bring proven experience managing cybersecurity projects, with strong knowledge of the NIST Cybersecurity Framework, project management methodologies, and cloud security best practices. A solid understanding of Azure architecture, networking, and identity management is required, along with familiarity with cybersecurity technologies and risk management. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills are key, as is experience in regulated industries and knowledge of compliance standards such as GDPR, NIS CAF, NIST CSF, and ISO 27001. Benefits: 10% Company Contribution Pension rising with service Company bonus scheme 25 days Holiday, increasing with service Private Medical Insurance Additional Flex Benefits, including Holiday Purchase Access to Employee Assistance Programme Next Steps: This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact across a large Critical National Infrastructure environment, working on a wide range of cybersecurity initiatives. It will provide you valuable exposure to complex systems and projects, enabling you to play a key part in strengthening security and resilience across the organisation. To arrange a call to discuss this position in more detail please apply or email your CV to (url removed) .

Infrastructure Architect We are currently partnered with a Financial Services client who are looking for an experienced Infrastructure Architect to drive the design and evolution of thier data centre and cloud platforms. This is a key role focused on delivering scalable, secure, and resilient infrastructure solutions while contributing to ongoing capability improvements. The Role You will work closely with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into robust technical solutions, providing architectural leadership across projects and shaping the future infrastructure strategy. Key Responsibilities Lead the design of infrastructure solutions, including high-level designs and architectural blueprints Provide technical leadership across projects and act as the lead architect Develop and maintain infrastructure strategy, standards, and best practices Collaborate with engineering, security, and enterprise architecture teams Contribute to product roadmaps, reference architectures, and continuous improvement initiatives Ensure solutions align with architectural principles and security standards What We're Looking For Proven experience in infrastructure architecture within enterprise environments Strong expertise in cloud platforms (AWS preferred), data centres, and hosting technologies Broad knowledge of networking, security, and risk management Ability to clearly communicate complex solutions to technical and non-technical stakeholders Experience working across architecture, engineering, and operations teams Desirable Skills Infrastructure as Code (IaC) Virtualisation technologies and operating systems (Windows & Linux) Hybrid cloud architecture design Cloud security and third-party tooling evaluation Storage, firewall technologies, and database platforms Qualifications Degree in a relevant technology discipline (or equivalent experience) Industry certifications such as TOGAF, AWS Solutions Architect, CISSP, CISM (or similar) are highly desirable Strong understanding of security frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST) is a plus If you a re looking for an opportunity to utilise your experience in order to truly impact a business, then look no further. Apply now to avoid disappointment! To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed) Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

Role: Software engineering specialist Location: London (Alternatives that will also be accepted Cheltenham, Ipswich, or Manchester) Contract: 6 Months Day rate: 605 Inside IR35 Clearance: DV Clearance required due to nature of the project About the Role You'll work in a software-defined, CI/CD-driven environment, where infrastructure, security, and deployment are all managed as code. Our teams move fast, take ownership end-to-end, and continuously improve how we build and run platforms. What You'll Do Build and evolve automated platform capabilities for development, testing, and deployment Design and maintain CI/CD pipelines for reliable, repeatable delivery Embed Infrastructure-as-Code and eliminate manual processes Integrate security into engineering workflows (secure by design) Support teams with tools, standards, and best practices Improve automation, performance, and developer experience Collaborate across engineering, security, and operations Monitor and enhance platform reliability and performance What We're Looking For Experience in CI/CD-driven, cloud-based environments Strong focus on automation and continuous improvement Good collaboration and problem-solving skills Technical Experience (some of): Programming/scripting (Python, Java, JavaScript, etc.) CI/CD tools (GitLab, Jenkins) IaC (Terraform, Ansible) Containers (Docker, Kubernetes) Cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP) Observability (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK) Git/source control & DevOps practices If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.

Full Stack Python Engineer (Python, React, TypeScript & AWS) Contract: Until March 2027 Rate: 500 per day (Inside IR35) Location: Hybrid with 1-2 days per month onsite in Leeds Start: ASAP We're looking for a Senior Full Stack Python Engineer to join a major public sector digital programme delivering critical services. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys owning solutions end-to-end, from building modern React front ends through to developing scalable Python services and cloud infrastructure in AWS. Previous NHS or Government experience is essential. Key Skills Required Strong Python development experience Strong front-end development experience using React and TypeScript Experience building and consuming RESTful APIs AWS expertise including: Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, API Gateway Infrastructure as Code with Terraform CI/CD using GitHub Actions JavaScript and Bash scripting Experience with Flask and modern backend frameworks Experience working with NGINX, Redis and NoSQL databases Experience building highly available, scalable and performant applications Strong understanding of software architecture, security and cloud-native design Nice to Have FHIR and HL7 healthcare standards Event-driven or microservices architectures GDS/public sector digital delivery experience What You'll Be Doing Building modern React/TypeScript front-end applications Developing Python-based APIs and backend services Designing and deploying AWS cloud solutions Creating and maintaining CI/CD pipelines Delivering secure, scalable services used at national scale Working within multidisciplinary Agile teams Supporting services through the full lifecycle, from development to production operation and continuous improvement Apply now or email for more information.

Cybersecurity Engineer Permanent £70-80k Location: Surrey (Hybrid 3 days on site) We are recruiting an experienced Cybersecurity Engineer to join a global organisation committed to strengthening and evolving its cybersecurity capabilities. This role will focus on identifying, assessing and mitigating cyber threats across enterprise systems while helping to shape and improve the organisation s overall security posture. Key Responsibilities Cybersecurity Operations & Threat Management Conduct ongoing threat assessments across operational systems and infrastructure Identify vulnerabilities, threat vectors and areas of security risk Design and implement security mitigations and remediation strategies Monitor emerging cyber threats and recommend appropriate defensive measures Support automated threat monitoring, incident detection and response capabilities Develop and maintain cybersecurity playbooks and incident response procedures Coordinate with third-party security providers during security incidents and testing activities Security Governance & Risk Management Support cybersecurity risk management and compliance initiatives Contribute to security architecture reviews and secure system design discussions Assess third-party and supply chain cybersecurity risks Support vulnerability management, penetration testing and security review activities Develop and report on security metrics and KPIs to demonstrate programme effectiveness Stay informed of relevant legal, regulatory and industry cybersecurity requirements Security Improvement & Collaboration Contribute to security awareness training and internal security initiatives Support red team/blue team exercises and resilience testing Assist with business continuity and disaster recovery planning from a cybersecurity perspective Work collaboratively with infrastructure, architecture and operational teams to strengthen security practices Communicate complex security concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders Required Experience Minimum 5 years experience in cybersecurity or information security roles Strong understanding of network protocols, operating systems and enterprise security technologies Experience implementing and managing SIEM and SOAR platforms Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks such as NIST, ISO27001, CIS benchmarks and Cyber Essentials Experience with threat intelligence frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and Cyber Kill Chain Familiarity with Data Loss Prevention technologies and Microsoft 365 security tooling Exposure to DevSecOps practices and cloud security principles Strong troubleshooting, analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to manage multiple priorities within a collaborative environment Technical Environment Experience with some or all of the following technologies would be highly beneficial: Qualys, Microsoft Defender, Splunk, SolarWinds, Kubernetes, PowerShell, Python, Azure, AWS, Windows Server, Linux, New Relic, HashiCorp, Zerto and Jira. Experience with AI-driven threat detection and response platforms would also be advantageous. Qualifications CISSP certification preferred Equivalent certifications such as CISM, CEH or GIAC also considered Relevant cybersecurity or information security qualifications beneficial What s on Offer Competitive salary and benefits package Hybrid working model based in Surrey Opportunity to work within a global enterprise environment Exposure to modern cybersecurity technologies and initiatives Collaborative and supportive working culture Ongoing professional development and certification opportunities If you are passionate about cybersecurity, threat management and strengthening enterprise security capabilities, we would love to hear from you.