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

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

2nd Line IT Support Engineer / Analyst Salary: £35k + excellent benefits package + Training and career development opportunities Hybrid working Caerphilly area. There is a requirement to work on-call as part of a rota (paid). A growing and well-established Managed Services Provider is looking for a customer-focused 2nd / 3rd Line IT Support Engineer / IT Support Analyst to join its expanding technical services team in South Wales. This opportunity would suit an experienced IT Support Engineer, 2nd Line Support Engineer, Technical Support Engineer, Infrastructure Support Engineer or IT Support Analyst with experience supporting Microsoft 365 environments within an MSP, service desk or multi-user technical environment. Working within a collaborative support team, you ll provide high-quality 2nd and some 3rd line support to a range of public and private sector customers, taking ownership of incidents through to resolution whilst contributing to service improvement, customer support and operational technical delivery. The environment is Microsoft-focused and offers excellent exposure to Microsoft 365, Intune, Entra ID, Azure-based technologies, endpoint management, infrastructure support and modern workplace environments. Key Responsibilities: • Deliver high-quality 2nd line technical support across desktop, server and cloud environments • Troubleshoot and resolve hardware, software and infrastructure-related issues • Support Microsoft 365, Active Directory, Entra ID and endpoint management technologies • Assist with device management, OS deployment and enterprise MDM solutions • Support Windows desktop and server environments • Work closely with customers and internal teams to deliver excellent technical support and service outcomes • Assist with customer onboarding, technical implementations and infrastructure changes • Take ownership of technical issues and see them through to resolution • Maintain and improve technical documentation, support processes and knowledge sharing • Contribute to continuous service improvement initiatives • Participate in an on-call rota for out-of-hours support Skills & Experience Required: • Previous experience within a 2nd line IT support, infrastructure support or technical support role • Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills • Experience supporting Microsoft 365 environments • Knowledge of Active Directory / Entra ID administration • Experience supporting Windows desktop and server technologies • Exposure to Intune, AutoPilot or endpoint management technologies • Understanding of networking fundamentals including LAN/WAN, DNS, DHCP and WiFi • Excellent communication and customer service skills • Experience working within an MSP, managed services or multi-customer environment would be highly beneficial Desirable Experience: • Azure or AWS exposure • VMware or Hyper-V virtualisation technologies • PowerShell scripting or automation experience • ITIL awareness or certification • Backup and recovery technologies • Experience supporting modern workplace or cloud-first environments This role would suit candidates currently working as a 2nd Line Engineer, IT Support Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Service Desk Engineer, Technical Support Analyst or MSP Support Engineer who are looking to further develop their technical skills within a growing managed services environment. Smartsearch take your privacy seriously and will only use your personal information to administer your application. To effectively process your application, we may share your details with the company for whom we are collecting job applications and Smartsearch or the company may contact you by email, telephone or SMS. A copy of our privacy policy will be emailed to you upon receipt of your application.

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

Network IT is currently recruiting for an experienced IDAM Infrastructure Engineer to provide expert design, operational support and administration of identity, access management and certificate services within a secure government environment. This role requires strong technical expertise across on-premises Active Directory, Microsoft Azure / Entra ID and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), supporting business critical platforms to ensure resilience, compliance and secure authentication services. You will work alongside a skilled technical team supporting government platforms and services, contributing to both BAU operations and project delivery. Please note that this is a DV Cleared role, so you must be a British Citizen, ideally holding DV level clearance. Role: IDAM Infrastructure Engineer Duration: 6 Months Status: Inside IR35 Rate: 590 per day Location: Milton Keynes Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days onsite usually) Key Responsibilities and Skills: Design, support and troubleshoot Active Directory environments Strong knowledge of AD: Forests, domains, trusts, Group Policy, DNS and AD security hardening Hybrid Identity management between on-prem AD and Azure cloud Support identity federation, RBAC, Conditional Access and Zero Trust technologies Administer PKI services and certificate lifecycle management Ensure services meet security, compliance and governance standards Automate identity and certificate management tasks using PowerShell Desirable certifications: MCSE, MCSA, SC-300 and AZ-104 Must be a British Citizen This is a DV Cleared role

2nd Line Support Engineer Stoke-on-Trent We re looking for a talented 2nd Line Support Engineer to join a busy and rapidly growing Service Desk team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting live services while acting as an escalation point for more complex technical issues. The Role As a 2nd Line Support Engineer, you ll be responsible for delivering hands-on technical support across a broad range of environments. You ll troubleshoot and resolve incidents across hardware, software, networking, and cloud platforms, while also supporting 1st Line Engineers to ensure consistently high service standards. You ll be involved in: Resolving escalated technical issues across infrastructure and end-user environments Monitoring systems and maintaining service availability Patch management and system updates (essential) Supporting new services transitioning into live operations Collaborating with vendors and third-party providers for issue resolution Contributing to high-security projects in a fast-paced environment Tech Stack You ll work with a modern and diverse technology stack, including: Windows Servers & Microsoft Windows Microsoft 365 Networking (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, VPNs, Firewalls) Virtualisation (VMware / Hyper-V) Cloud platforms (Azure or AWS) Service management tools (ServiceNow, Jira Service Management, etc.) This would suit someone with previous experience working in IT support with strong troubleshooting skills. Hands on experience with patch management is essential. Comfortable working across infrastructure, cloud and networking environments. There is an early and late shift pattern that comes with this role. Our client is going from strength to strength; there will be lots of opportunities for progression and development as the business continues to grow. Due to the nature of the projects and sector our client operates in, the successful candidate will have to obtain SC clearance and eventually must be willing to obtain SC clearance. For more info, please get in touch.

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

Your new role Responsible for the adoption and use of information and digital technology, you will be part of a team that is responsible for the effective operation, support, and maintenance of existing operational technology systems, including technology infrastructure (e.g. servers, databases, networks) and end-user devices (e.g. desktop PC's, smartphones, tablets). You will also be responsible for the network infrastructure, including the provision of telephony, local and national network access: all of which are required to deliver and support properly engineered IT services and products essential to meeting the needs of the company. What you'll need to succeed Essential Skills and knowledge: Cloud Networking Skills (AWS or Azure) HP / Aruba switches knowledge essential Fortinet / Firewalls / migration experience essential Routing/Switching and Firewall Expertise ITIL understanding Network technology and telephony expertise Must have proven experience and ability to: Manage and support a variety of network services technology Maintain standards for security of information Dealing and responding to complaints Must be able to be SC cleared What you'll get in return Lucrative Pension Package Generous Holiday Package Extensive Benefits Package What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Senior Systems Engineer (Server and Cloud Technologies Specialist) Location: Ringwood, Hampshire Salary: £45,000 £55,000 Hours: 37.5 hours per week The Role We are looking for an experienced Senior Systems Engineer (Server and Cloud Technologies Specialist) with a keen interest in modern infrastructure and cloud technologies. You will support in the technical delivery of complex projects and collaborate with stakeholders across the business, while also ensuring operational excellence through incident management, preventative maintenance, and ongoing service improvement. Skills and Experience Essential: Extensive experience in the design, deployment, and ongoing support of Microsoft server and cloud technologies, including Active Directory Domain Services (AD DS) / Active Directory Certificate Services (AD CS) and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) / Microsoft System Centre Suite, including MECM, DPM, and SCOM / Microsoft Azure (including Azure Files, IaaS Virtual Machines, and Backup and Recovery solutions) / Microsoft 365 / Office 365 and Microsoft Intune. Strong experience in managing Windows Server environments (2016, 2019, 2022, 2025). Proficiency in automation and scripting using PowerShell. Experience with virtualisation and high availability solutions, including Hyper-V (clustered and standalone), Windows Admin Centre, and Failover Clustering. Working knowledge of SQL Server in both clustered and standalone deployments. At least five years experience in similar role, working in large and diverse enterprise environments with Microsoft server and Microsoft cloud technologies. Advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues. Excellent communication skills, including the ability to produce clear, high-quality documentation such as processes, procedures, and technical designs. Positive, proactive attitude with a strong sense of ownership. Desirable: Experience designing and deploying highly available infrastructure within Microsoft Azure, including the use of Network Virtual Appliances and load balancers. Linux server administration experience. This role is subject to a clear standard DBS check being received. The Package: Company Profit Share (first £3,600 is tax free). 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with your length of service. Birthday as additional paid leave. Additional paid leave (dependent on company performance). Private Medical Insurance, including dental. Ongoing training and support. Company sick pay policy. Pension Scheme. Hybrid Working Progression opportunities. Fresh fruit, the occasional pizza and a posh coffee machine! Trusted Technology Partnership Trusted Technology Partnership has been a specialist IT Infrastructure and Support Services provider for over 25 years. We are an Employee Ownership Trust a growing company. We are proud winners of Best Place to Work award and overall winner of the Ringwood Business Awards 2024. Our core services include support desk, on-site engineering, project management and delivery, storage and logistics, and technical consultancy. We encourage progression within Trusted Technology Partnership for our colleagues, offering opportunities in other teams and departments. Join our friendly company, where a great team and a positive culture await you. Please note that due to the volume of applications, we may not be able to provide individual feedback to candidates who are not shortlisted for interview. If we receive a high number of applications, the vacancy may close sooner than advertised. We may also invite candidates to interview before the advertised closing date.

East Midlands (England), East of England, London (region), North East England, North West England, Scotland, South East England, South West England, Wales, West Midlands (England), Yorkshire and the Humber These are exciting times at HM Court and Tribunals Service (HMCTS). As an agency of the MoJ, we support the judiciary across England and Wales to deliver justice by running courts and tribunals and processing outcomes, and we are looking for talented people to help us achieve our ambitions. It will be challenging, important and rewarding. HMCTS Digital and Technology Services (DTS) is a specialist technology directorate which provides support to HMCTS in the use of IT and Digital. DTS is committed to being a great place to work and part of our offer is brilliant training opportunities and support from expert colleagues. As well as that you'll find flexible working, an inclusive culture and a place where your opinion is valued. Please follow the link below for further information about HMCTS. Our community We currently have over 500 experienced developers across MoJ and its agencies who make up the broader software engineering community. You will be able to learn from others, share your knowledge and take part in informal support networks with your peers. You can also take a look at the MoJ developer blog . As a Software Development Engineer in Test at HMCTS, you will have access to extensive training and development opportunities through our Testing Centre of Excellence. Our commitment to your growth means that you will receive in-depth, in-house training designed to enhance your skills and knowledge, making you proficient in the latest testing methodologies and tools. Whether you are looking to sharpen your testing capabilities, deepen your technical expertise, or expand your leadership skills, our training is tailored to help you succeed in your role and advance your career. This commitment to continuous learning is a core part of our culture, ensuring that you have the tools and knowledge you need to excel in your position and contribute to our ongoing success. The key purpose of the role: As a Software Development Engineer in Test, your responsibilities will encompass not only writing, debugging, and refactoring test code but also leading test automation in CI/CD environments. You will collaborate closely with software developers to ensure a common understanding of the code base and test coverage at the unit test level. You will play a pivotal role in helping to shape the culture and best practices throughout the Test Centre of Excellence at HMCTS. Your strong technical skills will be essential in ensuring the highest quality standards for our test automation. Additionally, mentoring, and coaching Junior Software Development Engineers in Test is a crucial aspect of this role. You will guide the team to achieve excellence in test automation and support their learning journey. The development squad you are placed on will be agreed closer to your start date, but examples of products can be found in our github repositories: Technologies We use a range of cutting-edge technologies, including: Playwright Rest Assured (for API testing) Java/JavaScript/TypeScript Power Apps (for low-code/no-code application testing) js framework (Node.js) Angular PostgreSQL Microservices Azure cloud infrastructure Gatling (for performance testing) SauceLabs (for cross-browser testing) Pa11y, WAVE, aXe (for accessibility testing) Jenkins (for deployment automation) Dynatrace (for application monitoring) Kubernetes and Docker (to run our services) Jira/Confluence (for project management and documentation) Fortify (for security testing) We're here to support your learning journey within our tech stack when you become a part of our team. Key responsibilities: Promote and champion shift-left testing principles, emphasising unit and integration testing, to ensure early detection of issues and higher quality software. Lead the development and implementation of test automation strategies in CI/CD environments. Write, amend, and refactor test automation code, adhering to internal software development standards. Lead in "3 Amigos" sessions as an integral part of the development and testing process. Estimate your effort for planning and follow the agreed methodology. Understand the impact of business processes on the project and systems. Analyse test results and identify patterns and trends, translating findings into business impact. Collaborate on designing and building secure products with a focus on information assurance. Maintain full traceability of defects, tests, and requirements. Report issues found through the appropriate channels. Provide mentoring and coaching to Junior Software Development Engineers in Test to enhance their skills and knowledge. Contribute to the development of a culture of excellence in test automation within the team. Essential Skills and Experience: Demonstrated experience in leading test automation in CI/CD environments. Expertise in writing automated testing programs/scripts, particularly in our core technology stack. Expertise in the Software Development Lifecycle, ensuring alignment with project objectives and quality standards. Strong understanding of REST web services and API inspection tools. Familiarity with bug tracking software and experience in using it effectively. Ability to identify and manage issues and risks associated with testing, with a focus on analysing and reporting test activities and results. Exposure to applying Agile principles in practice, facilitating seamless integration into project workflows. Proficiency in defining and implementing test tooling, test environments, and test data across various phases of testing. Proven ability to design and execute non-functional test cases in diverse environments. Experience in accessibility testing, both manual and automated, ensuring compliance with WCAG standards and integrating accessibility testing within CI/CD pipelines. Ability to analyse performance bottlenecks and accessibility issues, providing recommendations for improvement. Strong understanding of integrating accessibility and performance testing into the overall test strategy, ensuring quality and compliance from development to release.

IT Infrastructure Engineer Working in the office in Fareham, with some remote working and trips to Whiteley, Hampshire and a basic salary to 55k plus excellent benefits scheme. Stratospherec are proud to be working with a fantastic UK SaaS Fintech company whose IT systems are revolutionising the UK finance, retail and commerce industries. Due to their sustained and continued growth they are looking to expand their IT Infrastructure team by hiring an Infrastructure Engineer with a strong Wintel, Networks and IT Infrastructure background and who is interested in learning Automation tools with their team. They have a number of large IT projects for the next 24 months including building a new Datacentre and automating their IT Infrastructure deployments. This role will mainly focused to in new IT projects. They are looking for an Infrastructure Engineering mindset with an interest in using automation tools to streamline infrastructure deployment, management and monitoring, combined with a background in administering and building new IT infrastructures and improvements in IT systems from previous projects is going to be vital for this role. Role Responsibilities: Infrastructure & Automation: Maintain and enhance IT infrastructure, including VMware ESXi, Linux, Microsoft Windows Server environments, and Netwrok Monitoring and networking components. Learn how to automate configuration management, infrastructure provisioning, and application deployment. Ensure system reliability, scalability, and performance through proactive monitoring and automation. Maintain and improve local network environments, including Dell servers and Dell switch configurations. Strong technical expertise in Microsoft Active Directory (AD), Windows Server environments, and authentication solutions. IT Security & Compliance: Ensure compliance with security and regulatory standards, including PCI DSS, Cyber Essentials+, DORA, and ISO 27001. Implement and enforce security best practices across infrastructure automation and cloud environments. Secure high-value and high-risk data, such as cardholder (PCI) and personally identifiable information (PII). Cloud & DevOps Integration (these tools and skills will be taught): Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for cloud and on-premises environments. Configure and maintain authentication solutions (SSO, SAML, Entra Connect). Implement and optimize automation tools such as Azure DevOps (or other CI/CD pipelines), Terraform, Node-Red, and Packer. Deploy and manage monitoring tools (Zabbix, SolarWinds SentryOne, and other network/database monitoring solutions). Ensure secure cloud infrastructure management across Azure and AWS environments. Operational Excellence: Collaborate with the Infrastructure & Security Manager to deliver projects from conception to implementation, ensuring adherence to time, cost, and quality objectives. Enforce compliance with IT security policies and regulatory requirements. Lead the annual security training program to ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards. Experience & Skills: It will be useful to have some of the following skills and experience: Strong expertise in defining, delivering, and supporting robust, resilient, and secure enterprise infrastructure. Experience with IT audits and compliance frameworks (CIS, PCI DSS, Cyber Essentials, NIST, ISO 27001). In-depth understanding of network security and compliance in regulated environments. Proven ability to secure high-value data (PCI cardholder data, PII) and implement security best practices. Strong networking knowledge (LAN, WAN, DNS, DHCP, VPN, TCP/IP). Proficiency in firewall and load balancer technologies for secure environments. Hands-on experience with virtualization platforms (VMware, Citrix Xen) and backup solutions (Veeam or similar). Experience with monitoring tools (SolarWinds SentryOne, Zabbix etc.). Excellent problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills. Desirable / bonus skills and experience: Some interest in learning and using automation tools such as Azure DevOps, Terraform, Node-Red, Packer. Scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash, or similar). Ability to design, implement, and maintain CI/CD pipelines for infrastructure automation. Some experience managing cloud environments (Azure, AWS). This is an exciting new role for a growing IT Infrastructure team, within a successful and growing SaaS company, so if you are looking for an exciting challenging IT Systems and automation role, then please apply with your CV for immediate interview. Please note we can only consider local candidates and with full UK Passports or settled status visas or indefinite leave to remain visas

IT Systems Engineer £38,000 Our Client are a leading British Manufacturer within the Materials Handling sector. Currently recruiting for an IT Systems Engineer. Hours of work: 7.00am to 4:00pm (30 Minutes lunch) Monday to Thursday, 7.00am to 1.00pm on Fridays. Primary Location: Stourport The Role: Install, configure, and maintain Windows servers, desktops, and network infrastructure Provide technical support to users across the organisation Monitor system performance and resolve hardware, software, and network issues Manage Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, and Microsoft 365 environments Support virtualization platforms such as VMware or Hyper-V Assist with cybersecurity measures including patching, antivirus, backups, and access controls Maintain IT documentation, asset registers, and support procedures Support cloud technologies and hybrid infrastructure environments Work with external suppliers and vendors where required Participate in IT projects including upgrades, migrations, and system deployments Adhering to all relevant ISO processes and policies The role also includes a number of other smaller administrative and coordination tasks The Candidate: Previous experience in an IT Systems Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, or similar role Strong knowledge of: Windows Server environments Active Directory & Group Policy Microsoft 365 administration Networking fundamentals (TCP/IP, switches, firewalls, VPNs) Virtualisation technologies Experience with backup and disaster recovery solutions Excellent troubleshooting and communication skills Ability to prioritise workloads and work independently Strong work ethic Use of initiative Azure or AWS cloud experience Experience with cybersecurity tools and best practices PowerShell scripting knowledge Relevant certifications such as Microsoft, CompTIA, or Cisco Experience of Sage 200 would be desirable Experience of working within a factory setting would be an advantage If this role sounds of interest, then please contact Kate Shorthouse at TRC and apply via this advertisement with your CV.

IT Infrastructure and Field Support Engineer We are looking for a skilled and motivated IT Infrastructure and Field Support Engineer to help deliver secure, reliable, and efficient technology services across the organisation. This is a varied and hands-on role, combining infrastructure support, field-based work, and involvement in technology projects that directly support services making a real difference to people's lives. Position: 6800 IT Infrastructure & Field Support Engineer Location: Remote Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm (flexible working available) Contract: Permanent Salary: £30,775.03 per annum Closing Date: 09/07/2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if enough suitable applications are received. The Role The IT Infrastructure & Field Support Engineer plays a key role in supporting, maintaining and improving the technology infrastructure to ensure secure, reliable and efficient services across the organisation. As an IT Infrastructure & Field Support Engineer to will be responsible for: providing technical support for systems and infrastructure contributing to the design and delivery of cost-effective solutions helping to maintain strong standards of security, resilience and service continuity You will work within an ITIL-aligned framework, collaborating closely with colleagues across Technology and with third-party suppliers to support service delivery, operational performance and the evolving needs of the charity. This role is remote (home based) but requires occasional travel across England and Wales, along with some out-of-hours work where necessary to support critical systems. About You You will need: Experience in a Service Desk or infrastructure support role Strong troubleshooting skills A structured, organised approach to managing workload Knowledge of Microsoft technologies Experience working in an ITIL environment and ideally exposure to networking and cloud infrastructure Strong communication skills and the ability to support a wide range of users and stakeholders You will be required to join the on-call rota following successful completion of their probation period. Appointment to this role is subject to successful Non-Police Personnel Vetting (NPPV) with Security Clearance (SC). Candidates must have been living and working in the UK for a minimum of 5 years to be eligible for this level of security vetting. In Return Benefits include: Flexible Working Options: Including hybrid working. Generous Annual Leave: 28 days plus Bank Holidays, increasing to 33 days plus Bank Holidays, with options to buy or sell annual leave. Birthday Leave: An extra day off for your birthday. Pension Plan: 5% employer contribution. Enhanced Allowances: Enhanced sick pay, maternity, and paternity payments. Exclusive Discounts: High Street, retail, holiday, gym, entertainment, and leisure discounts. Financial Wellbeing: Access to our financial wellbeing hub and salary-deducted finance. Wellbeing Support: Employee assistance programme and wellbeing support. Inclusive Networks: Access to EDI networks and colleague cafes. Sustainable Travel: Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loans. Career Development: Ongoing training and support with opportunities for career progression. About the Organisation This independent charity is dedicated to supporting people affected by crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. They are at the heart of the organisation and the support and campaigns are informed and shaped by them and their experiences. The organisation is committed to recruiting with care and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks and Disclosed Barring Service checks may be required. Our client is proud to celebrate diversity and create a workplace where everyone feels they belong. They are committed to being an antiracist organisation, and actively welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, including those from Black and Asian and other minoritised communities. As a Disability Confident Employer, they will offer an interview to disabled candidates who meet all essential criteria for a job where it is practicable to do so and are also happy to make reasonable adjustments during the recruitment and selection process. You may have experience in areas such as IT, Infrastructure, IT Infrastructure, Field Support, IT Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, IT Infrastructure Engineer, Field Support Engineer, IT Support, Service Desk, IT Service Desk, 1st Line Support, 2nd Line Support, 3rd Line Support. Please note this role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of our client.

A leading Global Financial Services company has an exciting opportunity for a AWS Cloud Platform Engineer to join a large enterprise technology team working on secure, scalable and automated cloud platform services with expert leve l AWS infrastructure, Python automation, Terraform, cloud networking and security experience. Extensive experience with the Boto3 SDK for Python, enabling you to programmatically manage AWS infrastructure. Your expertise should include automating complex tasks such as resource provisioning, configuration management for S3 and EC2, and executing advanced queries within DynamoDB environments to ensure operational efficiency and consistency. Key Responsibilities Building and maintaining secure, automated AWS platform services. Writing automation using Python, including AWS SDK / Boto-style tooling. Creating and managing infrastructure using Terraform. Supporting AWS networking, access control, security and governance requirements. Helping application teams with AWS design, troubleshooting and best practice. Improving platform reliability, scalability, cost efficiency and operational resilience. Working closely with engineers, architects and delivery teams to solve complex cloud problems. Contributing to a collaborative engineering culture with peer review, shared ownership and continuous improvement. Essential Skills / Experience AWS cloud engineering Python automation Boto3 SDK for Python Terraform AWS networking IAM / RBAC / access control Linux Git Shell scripting CI/CD pipelines Production cloud environments

Location Coventry, West Midlands (England), CV1 2WT : Darlington, North East England, DL1 5QE : Manchester, North West England, M1 2WD : Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber, S1 2FJ : City of Westminster, London (region), SW1P 3BT About the job Job summary The Department for Education is seeking to recruit IT Infrastructure Engineers to work across multiple endeavours in the Microsoft Azure public cloud and on premises. We continually seek new and innovative opportunities in our cloud estate for efficiencies, economies of scale and new value to users across established cloud computing platforms to make them better for users, increase value for money and reduce complexity. Specialist Network Infrastructure Engineers in the Department for Education design, build, operate and support IT network infrastructure resources that underpin internal user services and services to the public. If you are successful, you will work as part of a team providing specialist IT network capability within the Department's Infrastructure Engineering Profession, focusing in depth on network topology, connectivity, and boundary controls (firewalls & Web Application Firewalls). Job description As a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer, you will collaborate with other Infrastructure Engineers to manage, operate and maintain the Department for Education's physical and cloud networking infrastructure. In a user-centred, agile environment you will assist with driving improvements to modernise the deployment and management of network resources. This includes supporting the primary Lead Network Infrastructure Engineer to phase out outdated practices and implement new initiatives to enhance operation and maintenance. In this highly technical role you will: Input into the overall management of the network domain, contributing to plans regarding technology roadmaps, projects, workforce and budgets. Build, operate and maintain network resources. Respond to incidents and requests to identify and resolve issues preventing delivery. Identify patterns and trends within incidents and collaborate with others where required to resolve problems. Identify technical improvements to automate the deployment of network resources and management tasks where possible. Advocate user-centric, agile approaches which focus on rapid, effective delivery of high-quality services. Collaborate with and support third-party suppliers in providing network infrastructure services. Share knowledge of tools and techniques with the wider team and community, growing awareness, inclusivity and balance. Security Vetting If you are successful, you must be prepared to undergo the Security Check (SC) clearance process before you begin your role at DfE. Please see the guidance here for further information. Person specification Essential Criteria: Experience of building, configuring, operating and maintaining network infrastructure resources including switches, Wi-Fi equipment, DHCP, virtual networks (Azure preferably) and other connectivity resources. Experience of using automation techniques to configure network services, automate processes and extract information. This may include using software, tooling, scripting and other automation techniques such as Python, PowerShell, Bicep or vendor-specific automation tools. Experience of administering boundary and security controls, options and configuration settings to protect cloud computing services, and to mitigate against security threats and vulnerabilities including firewalls, Web Application Firewalls and other access control resources. Experience of breaking down IT infrastructure problems into component parts to identify and diagnose root causes; troubleshooting; and identifying problems across different technology areas. Experience of problem management techniques: initiating and monitoring actions to investigate patterns and trends to resolve problems; determining the appropriate remedy; assisting with its implementation; and determining preventative measures. Desirable Criteria: Verified credentials, certification or qualifications in the IT network space an advantage particularly Palo Alto, Cisco/Meraki or Barracuda. An understanding of the benefits of service levels and service frameworks and how to operate within them to deliver, operate and maintain IT infrastructure services. Experience of defining integration builds to combine IT infrastructure components to create a consolidated solution, and co-ordinating & testing build activities across systems. Experience of collaborating with, and conveying technical concepts to, both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience of working with and applying design standards, methods and tools; and developing systems designs for review to ensure the selection of appropriate technology, efficient use of resources and integration of multiple systems and technology. Experience of reviewing requirements and specifications, defining test conditions and analysing and reporting test activities and results. Desirable criteria will only be assessed at interview, in the event of a tie break situation, to make an informed decision.

Network Engineer 12 Month FTC Glasgow - Hybrid Competitive Salary Do you have strong Cisco networking experience and a solid background in complex enterprise infrastructure? This is an opportunity to join a prestigious global law firm undertaking a significant cloud migration programme, where you will be delivering 3rd line operational support across a complex global network environment, sitting within a busy IT infrastructure team and covering both BAU and project-based activity. The role is ideal for someone equally comfortable with hands-on troubleshooting as they are engaging with stakeholders and third-party vendors, and who thrives in a highly regulated, process-driven environment. Key Responsibilities: Respond to, troubleshoot and resolve network issues raised via the ticketing system, providing top-level support across WAN and LAN technologies. Oversee and maintain network infrastructure, ensuring continued availability and reliability across the global estate. Ensure the network meets required security standards and controls, with a strong focus on Layer 7 technologies. Work with third-party vendors to identify root cause analysis on support issues. Support the implementation of new technologies, contributing to both BAU and project initiatives including the ongoing Azure cloud migration programme. Produce clear support documentation and technical implementation plans. Key Requirements: Comprehensive Cisco switching experience, including Nexus 3k and 9k environments. Strong knowledge of routing protocols including BGP, EIGRP and OSPF. In-depth experience with Palo Alto and/or Fortinet firewall technologies. HP Aruba wireless experience, including global deployments. SD-WAN experience, ideally with HP EdgeConnect devices. Solid VPN and MPLS network experience. CCNP, CCIE or equivalent knowledge. Comfortable working within structured change management processes in a highly regulated environment. Experience with cloud platforms, particularly Azure and ExpressRoute, is advantageous. Network Engineer 12 Month FTC Glasgow - Hybrid Competitive Salary Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or Belle Hegarty via the VIQU website. Know someone exceptional for this position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply). Follow us on IT Recruitment for more exciting opportunities.

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. Job Title: Network Support Engineer Location: Chester - Hybrid ( 3 days in office is essential) ( 4 days in 3 days off shifts ) Contract: 12 months with possible extension. Salary: 45,000 - 50,000 Description: Key Responsibilities Operational support of network environments: Switching Routing (underlay and overlay) Firewall, Traffic Management, Content Inspection, and DNS Identify service impact, interpret monitors, dashboards, traffic captures, and logs using : - Splunk, SevOne, IBM Watson AI Ops, Wireshark, NetScout, and Gigamon Cisco Nexus / ACI, Arista CloudVision, VMware vSphere - Identify possible production failure scenarios through eyes on glass monitoring of IT infrastructure Services - React to the failure according to business impact, and communicates with management and technical escalation - Initiate production support triage efforts for network infrastructure incidents, manage bridge line troubleshooting and appropriate team engagement, engage in technical research and troubleshooting, and escalate to next level of leadership as needed - Provide status updates and technical detail for awareness communications, ensure accuracy of all communications sent, and ensure any necessary follow-ups are scheduled - Responsible for data quality and completion of incident tickets, including ensuring all impacts are accurately recorded and documented in the system of record. - Work ad-hoc reports and offline incidents at the direction of the senior team members or leadership - Promote and enforce production governance during triage/testing and fix efforts, exercises judgment within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. - Adhere to design standards and global design authority processes and procedures - Assemble professional documents based on existing templates and ability to provide accurate work descriptions with assumptions, and caveats. Skills: - Splunk, SevOne, IBM Watson AI Ops, Wireshark, NetScout, and Gigamon Cisco Nexus / ACI, Arista CloudVision, VMware vSphere - Understanding of enterprise network infrastructure (routing, switching, wireless, SD-WAN). - Hands-on experience with Splunk for data ingestion, searches, dashboards, and alerts. - Experience working with network telemetry sources such as SNMP, syslog, telemetry streams, APIs, and device metrics. - Ability to translate raw telemetry into actionable insights for Operations teams. - Strong analytical skills and attention to data quality. - Good communication skills to work effectively with Engineering and Operations teams. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you. 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.

Network Engineer Veritas Workspace Solutions Ltd London SE1 55,000 per annum Full-Time Permanent Join a Growing Technology Business At Veritas Workspace Solutions, we help organisations transform the way they work through innovative technology solutions. From managed IT services and network infrastructure to telecommunications, print management and workflow automation, we deliver technology that enables businesses to operate more efficiently, securely and productively. Based in London, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional customer service, rapid response times and tailored solutions that genuinely make a difference to our clients. Our customers range from SMEs to public sector organisations, education providers, healthcare trusts and corporate businesses across the UK. We are now looking for an experienced and ambitious Network Engineer to join our technical team and play a key role in supporting both our internal infrastructure and our growing client base. The Opportunity This is not a desk-bound support role. You will be a trusted technical expert responsible for designing, implementing, maintaining and improving critical infrastructure environments. You'll work across networking, cloud services, security, Microsoft technologies and customer projects while helping to shape the future of our managed services offering. If you enjoy solving complex technical challenges, working directly with customers and seeing the impact of your work, this role offers genuine variety and responsibility. Key Responsibilities Design, implement and maintain network infrastructure for internal and customer environments. Configure and support routers, switches, firewalls and wireless solutions. Manage Microsoft 365, Azure and Active Directory environments. Support server infrastructure, virtualisation platforms and cloud services. Monitor and improve network performance, resilience and security. Manage VPNs, remote access solutions and site-to-site connectivity. Assist with infrastructure migrations, upgrades and transformation projects. Produce and maintain technical documentation and network diagrams. Provide high-level technical support and escalation assistance when required. Work alongside vendors, telecommunications providers and technology partners. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience as a Network Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer or similar role. Strong understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, routing, switching and wireless networking. Experience managing enterprise firewall solutions. Experience with Windows Server and Active Directory. Knowledge of virtualisation technologies such as VMware or Hyper-V. Experience implementing and supporting backup and disaster recovery solutions. Strong customer-facing communication skills. Full UK driving licence preferred. Desirable Skills Cisco CCNA, CCNP or equivalent certification. Experience with Fortinet, Meraki, Sophos or similar security platforms. Structured cabling and network deployment experience. Experience working within managed service or multi-client environments. Telecommunications and VoIP experience. What We Offer 55,000 salary. Company pension scheme. Ongoing training and professional development. Exposure to a wide range of technologies and customer environments. Opportunity to work on exciting infrastructure and digital transformation projects. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Genuine opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing technology business. Why Veritas? At Veritas, we believe technology should enable organisations to work smarter. We combine technical expertise with exceptional customer service to deliver practical, reliable and innovative solutions. We're looking for someone who shares our passion for technology, enjoys building relationships with customers and wants to be part of a business that is continuing to grow and evolve. To apply, please send your CV and a short covering letter outlining your relevant experience.