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AWS DevOps Engineer +6 months + +Inside IR35 + 575 - 610 a day +SC cleared role - sole British nationals only due to nature of the project +Fully remote working CBSbutler are supporting a large organisation delivering a critical UK public sector programme and are looking for an experienced DevOps Engineer / DevOps SME to strengthen platform delivery, automation and secure release capability. What you'll be doing Designing and improving CI/CD pipelines to enable reliable, repeatable deployments Implementing and maintaining Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for automated environment provisioning Supporting containerised platforms and orchestration to improve scalability and resilience Embedding security and compliance controls into engineering workflows (DevSecOps) Driving observability improvements across monitoring, logging and alerting Advising engineering teams on DevOps best practice and helping remove delivery bottlenecks Essential experience Typically 5-10+ years in DevOps / systems engineering / software engineering Strong hands-on Infrastructure as Code (IaC) (e.g., Terraform , Ansible , CloudFormation ) Containers & orchestration: Docker + Kubernetes Cloud platform depth: AWS / Azure / GCP (networking, compute, storage, security) CI/CD tooling: Jenkins , GitLab CI , GitHub Actions , CircleCI (or similar) Monitoring & logging: Prometheus , Grafana , ELK stack (or equivalent) DevSecOps: integrating security into pipelines and delivery (e.g., SonarQube , Snyk , OWASP practices) If you'd like to discuss this DevOps Engineer role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and I will get in touch.

DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer - Detailed Job Description Role Overview An opportunity for a DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer to play a key role in delivering and supporting mission-critical systems within a highly automated environment. You will take ownership of the infrastructure layer, ensuring systems are secure, scalable, resilient, and fully aligned to customer and project requirements. This role blends hands-on engineering with architectural design, working across the full lifecycle-from initial solution design through to deployment, monitoring, and ongoing optimisation. You will collaborate closely with software engineers, delivery teams, support functions, and customer IT stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Infrastructure Architecture & Design Design end-to-end infrastructure solutions across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud environments Define compute, storage, networking, virtualisation, and disaster recovery architectures Produce technical documentation including solution designs, network diagrams, and sizing specifications Align infrastructure designs with customer IT policies, security standards, and operational constraints DevOps & Deployment Own and optimise CI/CD pipelines to support consistent, automated software delivery Manage build, release, and deployment processes across development, staging, and production environments Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent Drive best practices for environment consistency, configuration management, and release governance Cyber Security & Compliance Ensure infrastructure is secure by design, incorporating system hardening and access controls Manage vulnerability remediation, patching strategies, and security updates Embed security within the software delivery lifecycle (DevSecOps principles) Support audits and ensure compliance with recognised frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials) Lead incident response and root cause analysis for security and infrastructure-related events Monitoring, Reliability & Support Implement monitoring, alerting, and observability across infrastructure and applications Define SLAs/SLOs and ensure systems meet availability and performance requirements Provide 3rd line support and escalation for complex infrastructure issues Conduct capacity planning, performance tuning, and reliability improvements Lifecycle & Maintenance Manage patching cycles across operating systems, databases, and middleware Maintain infrastructure inventory, documentation, and lifecycle roadmaps Develop disaster recovery plans and operational runbooks Ensure systems remain supportable, secure, and up to date throughout their lifecycle Skills & Experience Essential Strong experience in DevOps, Infrastructure, or Site Reliability Engineering roles Expertise in Linux and Windows Server administration Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions) and version control (Git) Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible or similar) Scripting/automation skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash) Knowledge of virtualisation technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) Understanding of networking concepts (VLANs, firewalls, VPNs) and enterprise storage Experience with databases and messaging systems (PostgreSQL, RabbitMQ) Exposure to monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) Strong understanding of cyber security best practices, patching, and vulnerability management Ability to produce clear technical documentation and communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Desirable Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, or logistics environments Knowledge of warehouse or automation systems and integrations (ERP, WMS, PLC/SCADA) Cloud experience (Azure) and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with ITIL processes (incident, change, problem management) Relevant certifications (e.g., VMware, Security+, CISSP, Terraform) Personal Attributes Strong ownership and accountability for delivering robust infrastructure solutions Pragmatic problem-solver with the ability to balance technical excellence and delivery timelines Effective communicator able to bridge software, infrastructure, and customer stakeholders Comfortable working in a project-driven, customer-facing environment Flexible approach with occasional travel and out-of-hours support for deployments Summary This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-availability systems where infrastructure is critical to operational success. You will play a central role in shaping DevOps practices, improving system reliability, and delivering high-quality solutions across a range of technically challenging environments. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, 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

Job Title: Senior Full Stack Developer (React & Java script) Contract Length: 12 Months Location: London - 3 Days a week Daily Rate: Circa 650/Day (Inside IR35) About the Role Join our dynamic team as a Senior Full Stack Developer, where your expertise in React JS and Java script Core will shine! We are looking for a tech-savvy professional with a passion for building scalable applications within the financial sector. This is an exciting opportunity to work with cloud-native architectures and cutting-edge technologies. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and are eager to make an impact, we want to hear from you! Technical Skills Front-end: Strong proficiency in React.js, JavaScript/TypeScript, Redux/RTK, and modern UI patterns, develop framework is essential - More to React JS and Java script Back-end: Expertise in C# .NET Core, REST APIs, and microservices-based development is essential Python (pyspark): Experience with data pipelines and analytics is a plus. Power BI: Familiarity with developing dashboards and data models. Architecture: Knowledge of microservices, API design, and event-driven architectures. DevOps/CI/CD: Experience with Azure DevOps, GitLab, GitHub Actions, or similar tools. Cloud Platforms: Proficient in Azure or AWS (Azure preferred). Databases: Strong skills in SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or other relational databases. containerisation: Experience with Docker and Kubernetes. Key Responsibilities Design & Develop: Create and maintain full stack applications using React JS and C#.NET Core. Build Services: Develop high-performance backend services and RESTful APIs with a focus on scalability and resilience. Create UI Components: Craft responsive and modular UI components using React JS and modern JavaScript/TypeScript patterns. Collaboration: Work closely with business stakeholders and domain experts in Risk, Regulatory Reporting, and Finance. Power BI Expertise: utilise your knowledge of Power BI to develop dashboards and analytical reports. CI/CD Implementation: Collaborate with DevSecOps to optimise CI/CD pipelines, ensuring automated testing and deployment. Architecture Contribution: Contribute to event-driven and distributed system designs using technologies like Kafka or Event Hub. Mentorship: Guide junior developers and foster a collaborative atmosphere within a cross-functional agile team. Soft Skills A strong engineering mindset with a relentless curiosity. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Exceptional communication skills to interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. An agile mindset with experience in Scrum/Agile environments. Ability to work independently and lead technical solutions from start to finish. Why Join Us? Work on innovative projects that make a difference in the financial sector. Collaborate with a talented team in a vibrant environment. Enjoy a competitive daily rate and flexible working arrangements. If you are ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to exciting projects, apply now! We can't wait to meet you! 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. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Senior Cloud Platform Engineer (Azure & AWS) Location: Milton Keynes/Hybrid (3 days in office p/w) Rate: 500 - 550 per day Contract: 6 months initial IR35: Inside IR35/Umbrella Clearance: Active SC/DV preferred Are you a Senior Cloud Platform Engineer with strong Azure experience and good exposure to AWS? This is an immediately available contract role working on a secure cloud programme. The role will involve supporting the build, migration and day-to-day operation of cloud platforms across Azure and AWS. You will be working across cloud readiness, platform build, Infrastructure as Code, DevSecOps tooling and ongoing cloud support. There will also be a strong focus on migrating legacy applications into cloud environments, improving platform reliability and making sure services are secure, compliant and fit for purpose. This would suit a hands-on cloud engineer who has built and supported Azure platforms, worked with IaC tools such as Terraform or Bicep, and is comfortable operating in secure, regulated or public sector environments. This is a strong opportunity for a Senior Cloud Platform Engineer to join a secure cloud programme and work across Azure, AWS, IaC, DevSecOps, migration and platform operations. The Role: Build, configure and support cloud platforms across Azure and AWS Work on cloud readiness, application discovery and migration activity Build and maintain cloud landing zones Develop and maintain Infrastructure as Code using Terraform, Bicep or AWS tooling Support CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps tooling Configure cloud networking, including VNets, service endpoints, firewalls, DNS and VPN connectivity Support monitoring, alerting, logging, backup, restore and cost optimisation Work across cloud security, IAM, Zero Trust principles and compliance requirements Act as a senior escalation point for complex cloud infrastructure issues Explain technical options clearly to senior stakeholders and non-technical teams The Person: Strong hands-on Azure platform experience Good AWS experience within multi-cloud or hybrid environments Strong Terraform, Bicep or wider IaC experience Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevSecOps tooling Cloud migration experience, ideally using Azure Migrate or AWS migration tooling Strong understanding of cloud networking, monitoring, logging and IAM Experience working in secure, regulated, government or public sector environments Knowledge of NCSC, GDS, Secure by Design or UK Government technology standards would be useful Active SC or DV clearance preferred Relevant certifications: Candidates should ideally hold at least one of the following: Microsoft Azure Administrator, AZ-104 Microsoft DevOps Engineer, AZ-400 AWS Certified Associate level or above Azure Solutions Architect Expert, AZ-305, would be beneficial Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Security Designer/Security Architect (SC Cleared) - Remote- 500 - 600 per day Inside IR35 DOE Role Overview We are seeking an experienced SC Cleared Security Design/Security Architect to support the delivery of secure services within a major Home Office programme. The successful candidate will work with solution architects, engineering teams, security stakeholders and delivery managers to ensure security requirements are effectively incorporated into system and service designs. The Security Design/Security Architect will be responsible for producing security designs, undertaking threat modelling activities, assessing security risks, supporting assurance processes and ensuring compliance with wider Government security standards. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain security design documentation for new and existing services. Produce Security Design Packs, Security Architecture Documents and Security Assurance artefacts. Conduct threat modelling workshops and document security controls. Review solution designs and ensure alignment with security policies and standards. Define security requirements for projects and programmes. Support security assurance, accreditation and governance activities. Identify security risks and recommend proportionate mitigations. Work with delivery teams to embed security throughout the system development life cycle. Support implementation of Secure by Design principles. Review security testing outputs and track remediation activities. Provide security advice to project and technical stakeholders. Contribute to security design reviews and architecture forums. Essential Experience Active SC Clearance. Experience producing security designs and security architecture artefacts. Experience undertaking threat modelling and risk assessments. Knowledge of NCSC guidance and Government security standards. Experience supporting security assurance and accreditation activities. Understanding of cloud security principles (AWS, Azure and/or GCP). Experience working in Agile and DevSecOps delivery environments. Strong stakeholder engagement and documentation skills. Experience working within UK Government Security Designer/Security Architect (SC Cleared) - Remote- 500 - 600 per day Inside IR35 DOE This temporary contract is inside IR35 and will require working under the direction of the client delivery manager as part of a multi-disciplinary team. The successful candidate will follow established delivery processes and working practices This role requires the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting at SC/DV level. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, reserved post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Due to the secure nature of the position and working environment, you must have, or be eligible to obtain Security Clearance List of national security vetting clearance levels with guidance on who requires clearance and what checks are completed. Damia Group 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 our Data Protection Policy which can be found on our website. Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job. Should the role require the successful candidate to undergo and be eligible for UK Security Vetting. Clearance sponsorship will be provided where required. Due to the nature of the work, candidates should meet the relevant residency requirements. If applicable, Reserved Post nationality restrictions will be confirmed by the client. Damia is committed to inclusive recruitment and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. Damia Group is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy and in accordance to Conduct Regulations 2003.

Software Engineer Hampshire / Hybrid - 2 days per week onsite 60,000 - 65,000 per annum SC cleared The Opportunity Help deliver cutting-edge software solutions. You'll work on complex, real-world challenges using modern technologies like machine learning, edge computing, and DevOps automation to accelerate capability deployment. The Role You'll contribute to the development, release, and support of operational systems, with opportunities to expand into sensors and robotics. This is a collaborative role requiring strong technical expertise and effective communication across teams. What You'll Bring Degree in a STEM subject or equivalent experience Experience with some of the following: Languages: Python, Java, Rust, JavaScript Cloud: AWS (Azure/GCP beneficial) Containers: Docker, Kubernetes, GPU containerisation Architecture: Microservices, serverless, APIs, edge compute, pub/sub systems (Kafka, MQTT) DevSecOps: Git, CI/CD, Terraform/Ansible, Linux scripting Proactive mindset, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently or in teams Key Responsibilities Deliver software with product owners and engineering teams Contribute to Agile processes (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) Ensure quality through testing and code reviews Support and troubleshoot live systems If this Software Engineer role is of interest, apply now or email me at (url removed)

Software Engineer Hampshire/Hybrid - 2 days per week onsite £60,000 - 65,000 per annum SC cleared The Opportunity Help deliver cutting-edge software solutions. You'll work on complex, real-world challenges using modern technologies like machine learning, edge computing, and DevOps automation to accelerate capability deployment. The Role You'll contribute to the development, release, and support of operational systems, with opportunities to expand into sensors and robotics. This is a collaborative role requiring strong technical expertise and effective communication across teams. What You'll Bring Degree in a STEM subject or equivalent experience Experience with some of the following: Languages: Python, Java, Rust, JavaScript Cloud: AWS (Azure/GCP beneficial) Containers: Docker, Kubernetes, GPU containerisation Architecture: Microservices, serverless, APIs, edge compute, pub/sub systems (Kafka, MQTT) DevSecOps: Git, CI/CD, Terraform/Ansible, Linux Scripting Proactive mindset, strong problem-solving skills, and ability to work independently or in teams Key Responsibilities Deliver software with product owners and engineering teams Contribute to Agile processes (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) Ensure quality through testing and code reviews Support and troubleshoot live systems If this Software Engineer role is of interest, apply now or email me at (see below)

Location Bristol, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Reading, Warrington, York About the job Job summary Defra is the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink. Digital, Data, Technology and Security (DDTS) is the trusted team for digital across the entire Defra Group. We have around 1000 colleagues across DDTS and our ambition is to make it easier and faster than ever for people to interact with Defra. If you are ready to drive innovation and push boundaries, we want to hear from you. Join us and together we will create a great place for living, and a green and healthy future for all. Find out more about DDTS: Defra digital, data and technology blog LinkedIn Defra Jobs We are Government Digital and Data Candidate Information Pack V3 - 1 Job description Using your experience and skills, you may be asked to work on our 'Flood services' - developing government digital services, to share information about current and future flood risk with the public. It could be your job to ensure that they are accessible to all, especially in times of severe weather! Alternatively, you could be involved with our Farming and Countryside Programme, which is about delivering services to make farming sustainable, increase biodiversity, promote high animal health and welfare standards, and contribute to the Government's Net Zero commitment, ensuring public money for public good. A wide range of other projects requires us to maintain and develop externally facing digital services and internal applications. As part of a multidisciplinary team, you will have responsibility for 'owning' the functionality that you develop. If you would like to join us in building great solutions for Defra and our Arm's Length Bodies, then this could be the job for you. As a Lead Developer, you will also play a key role in shaping modern development practices across teams, including the adoption of AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot. You'll use these tools to support faster delivery, improved code quality and better outcomes for users, whilst ensuring that strong engineering judgement, code review, testing and security remain central. You will review colleagues design and development thinking, helping teams to make good technical decisions to select the most appropriate technologies. You will lead the integration of multiple systems and services, collaborate with senior stakeholders and suppliers, and provide direction and constructive challenge to ensure that solutions are secure, maintainable and sustainable. This is an opportunity to be part of an organisation actively modernising how software is built in government, combining strong engineering fundamentals with the responsible use of new tooling, including AI, to improve delivery at scale. We use a modern, cloud based technology stack, and follow continuous delivery and DevSecOps best practice. Our current technologies include: Runtime & web development: Node.js, HAPI API development: REST, OpenAPI Databases & caching: PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis Unit testing: Jest, Lab Source control: Git, GitHub Cloud hosting: Azure and AWS Containerisation & orchestration: Docker, Kubernetes, ECS CI/CD & release management: Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitHub Actions Work management: Jira, Azure DevOps Developer productivity tools: AI assisted coding tools such as GitHub Copilot (where appropriate), alongside established code review and quality controls Please note for this role you will require SC Clearance. To gain SC clearance all applicants are required to have been a UK resident for a minimum of 5 years. If this requirement is not met, the individual will not be able to progress their application further. Person specification Responsibilities: A dedication to learn new technologies and to explore new industry concepts, including AI assisted software development tools. Leading more junior developers on the team, including both permanent staff and suppliers, translating requirements into viable system designs. Putting users first, identifying needs based on evidence, developing services to meet those needs, and engaging in meaningful interactions and relationships with users. Create code that is open by default and easy for others to reuse. Working with common Defra technologies including Node.js, and PostgreSQL, applying knowledge and experience to investigate and resolve issues and establishing relationships and embedding ways of working across projects. Demonstrating a strong understanding of secure software development practices, including the use of vulnerability scanning tools and alignment with OWASP standards and principles. Supporting teams in the responsible use of AI assisted coding tools, ensuring appropriate human oversight, code quality, security and compliance with Defra standards. Skills and experience: Ability to provide leadership and direction to a team of software developers and to communicate clearly and with confidence to senior stakeholders. Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a non-technical audience. Work management, including, refining and breaking down tasks and defining acceptance criteria. Awareness of Clean Coding practices and approaches to mitigate and address technical debt - refactoring, test coverage. Software architecture - layers, separation of concerns and microservices. Experience of using AI assisted development tools to improve developer productivity, code quality and delivery outcomes. Understanding of the strengths, limitations and risks of AI coding tools, and how to apply appropriate controls such as code review, testing and security scanning. Experience of shaping or supporting the adoption of AI enabled tools and practices within software delivery teams. Experience of using continuous integration tools to automate testing and integration, supporting rapid and reliable software delivery. Lead Developer Government Digital and Data Profession Capability Framework skills. Please see the Technical skills below for further information on these. For further information please see the Capability framework . The Civil Service marks each element of the selection process on a merit basis. You can visit the gov.uk website for further information on the Civil Service rating scale. Ensure you have tailored your CV and Personal Statement to the 'skills and experience' section of the job advert by providing examples on how you are suitable for the role using the STAR method . Please ensure you demonstrate clearly, within your personal statement, how you meet these requirements, as the information you provide will form a key part when the panel is scoring your application. For further information on STAR, you can check out our Hints and Tips document.

Principal Security Engineer Our client, a leading global supplier for IT services, requires Principal Security Engineer to be based at their client's office in London, UK. This is a hybrid role - you can work remotely in the UK and attend the London office 4 days per week . This is a 6+ month temporary contract to start ASAP Day rate: Competitive Market rate Senior hands-on secure engineer responsible for secure-by-design and operational security across the programme. Validate every delivery activity from a cyber security perspective - from threat model at requirements capture, through architecture and design approval, build assurance, security testing, live validation, hyper-care, and operational handover to BAU and external assurance. The principal authority on threat modelling, control validation, and security evidence across the CIS Controls v8.1 IG3 scope. Key Responsibilities Operate as senior cyber architect and SME within the programme's structured operating model - actively engaged from requirements capture through to BAU handover, owning Definition-of-Done evidence at every gate. Break down each Master Programme Plan activity into discrete People/Process/Technology tasks viewed through a cyber security lens - define the validation and assurance criteria, embed them as DoD acceptance criteria, and evidence them before status can advance. Requirements: author threat model v1, control intent statement, and compensating controls; validate requirements against current operational baseline and monitoring posture. Architecture (LEAD): author security architecture, safeguard mapping, and trust boundaries; approve the threat model; chair Security Council review of the architecture pack. Design (LEAD): approve detailed security design, evidence template, and telemetry specification; validate operational controls in the design; confirm evidence-capture feasibility before build commences. Build: run periodic build-vs-design reviews, architecture drift checks, and re-approve changes; configure operational controls, prepare security testing, support agent rollout, validate log feeds. Test (LEAD): sign off that the security architecture is proven by test evidence; revalidate the threat model; lead security testing, penetration testing, control validation, and evidence pack creation. Deploy: provide production architecture sign-off; confirm final control mapping in Continuous Control Monitoring (CCM); run live security validation, monitoring tuning, alert calibration, and IR playbook readiness. Hyper-care (LEAD): address security-architecture defects, approve in-warranty changes; lead control monitoring and tuning; produce security evidence and establish Key Risk Indicator (KRI) baselines. Handover: hand architecture over to the Security Council, lodge the final threat model, ensure the CCM tile goes live; transition operational controls to L1 SOC operations with a complete evidence pack to external assurance. Liaise directly with external assurance providers on threat-model defensibility, control effectiveness, and evidence chain across the CIS Controls v8.1 IG3 scope. Chair or jointly chair the Security Council review at the architecture stage gate; participate in TDA decisions at the design stage gate. People: Led security engineering across the programme; senior peer to Security Solution Architects, Cyber Operations, and the MSSP L1 SOC interface. Process: Embedded structured operating-model discipline into every security validation and assurance step; Definition-of-Done evidence at every gate, no exceptions. Technology: Delivered secure-by-design as bui personally signed off every architecture and operational handover, with an audit-traceable evidence chain from threat model to live monitoring Key Requirements Essential Skills: 12+ years cyber engineering and security architecture experience at enterprise scale. 5+ years hands-on security design AND validation - comfortable both as architect (design authority) and as engineer (hands-on implementer). Direct experience with CIS Controls v8.1, NIST CSF, ISO 27001/27002 control frameworks. Threat modelling at scale - proven authorship using STRIDE, MITRE ATT&CK, OWASP - across multiple in-scope controls. Hands-on penetration testing, security testing, and control validation track record. Workflow discipline - operates comfortably within Definition-of-Done, evidence-at-gate frameworks. Exceptional executive-level interactions, presentation, and engagement - proven ability to influence CISO, Security Council, External Assurance, and cross-functional senior stakeholders across Procurement, Architecture, and Technology heads. Retail or large dispersed-estate enterprise experience strongly preferred. CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) One of: CISM, CISA, CCSP, SABSA Practitioner, or CRISC One penetration-testing certification: OSCP, GIAC GPEN, or CEH (or equivalent demonstrable experience) Tooling & Methodology Proficiency: Hands-on with leading enterprise PM tools - Jira, Azure DevOps, MS Project, or equivalent - and willing to adopt (the programme's tool) on the job at senior architect and SME level. End-to-end Agile delivery - Scrum/Kanban - combined with DevSecOps deep hands-on practice (security gates Embedded in CI/CD). SAFe PI Planning participation as the cyber security representative. Executive-grade MS PowerPoint - Security Council paper authoring, threat-model presentation, design narrative for Programme Board. Advanced dashboards and modelling - one or more of Advanced MS Excel, PowerBI, Python, or Copilot - for KRI baselines, control-effectiveness analytics, and risk reporting. Budgeting awareness - security control cost shaping and total-cost-of-ownership analysis . Desirable Skills: Direct hands-on experience at senior architect/SME level. Practical DevSecOps Foundation or SANS GIAC GCSA. SABSA for Architects. Microsoft Threat Modeling Tool/OWASP Threat Dragon authorship. PowerBI Data Analyst (PL-300) for KRI and risk dashboards. CompTIA CASP+ or PenTest+ GIAC GCIH, GCFA, GCIA, or GREM AWS Security Specialty or Azure Security Engineer/Security Architect Expert BMC Helix Certified Professional (SecOps) ISO 27001 Lead Auditor or Lead Implementer TOGAF 9.2 awareness Due to the volume of applications received, unfortunately we cannot respond to everyone. If you do not hear back from us within 7 days of sending your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.

The role: We are looking for a Cloud Infrastructure Analyst to join our IT department in Bristol. At Simmons & Simmons, technology is central to delivering exceptional client service. We are seeking a talented and motivated Cloud Infrastructure Analyst to join our Platforms team and help build, automate and operate the Azure platform underpinning our applications and services. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on designing and delivering secure, scalable and resilient cloud solutions in Microsoft Azure, using Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD automation as the default approach. You will work closely with architects, security and application teams to implement cloud platform patterns and enable delivery teams to deploy safely and consistently. What will you do: Azure Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & CI/CD automation Build, deploy, and maintain Azure infrastructure using IaC (Bicep and/or Terraform) with peer review and version control. Strong familiarity working in IaC and pipelines to ensure quality, security and adherence to baseline standards. Cloud reliability, operations & incident/problem support (engineering-led) Act as an escalation point for complex Azure platform issues; troubleshoot, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable fixes (automation over repeated manual intervention). Monitor and improve platform health using Azure observability tooling (e.g., Azure Monitor, Log Analytics/KQL, Application Insights, Science Logic), and improve alerting and diagnostics. Plan and implement operational improvements such as performance tuning, resource optimisation and resilience enhancements, aligned to service expectations. Any experience working within the Agile framework using Scrum. Security, compliance & governance Embed security controls and compliance checks into delivery pipelines (DevSecOps approach), ensuring cloud systems are configured securely and remain compliant. Contribute to platform governance initiatives such as naming/tagging conventions, logging standards, Key Vault/secret patterns, and controlled change via Github Push/Pull requests. Work closely with Security and CISO stakeholders and the wider networks team to maintain a strong and compliant security posture across our Azure public cloud subscription. Delivery collaboration & technical project contribution Collaborate with stakeholders, architects and engineers to translate requirements into Azure designs and deliver working solutions. Contribute to planning and execution of cloud-focused initiatives, identifying risks and dependencies early and supporting smooth transition into support. Maintain clear technical documentation (design notes, runbooks, standard operating procedures) in the team s knowledge base. What we are looking for: The role deliberately covers a relatively broad brief of technologies, targeted at enabling effective communication and efficient working practices. We would expect the role holder to be able to demonstrate a skill base that spans a range of the following topics and, where necessary, to demonstrate the aptitude and desire to develop to meet the entire brief. Knowledge of a range of enterprise IT application technologies, including a demonstrated track record in operating and administering or working with infrastructure applications as part of the: Microsoft Application Stack such as Exchange 365; Active Directory, AD connect, Azure site recovery (ASR), Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and Azure SQL. Experience of working with VMware vSphere, HPE Servers & Storage, upgrades and maintenance procedures. Hands-on experience engineering solutions in Microsoft Azure, including a solid understanding of Azure IaaS and PaaS services (e.g., VMs, Storage, App Services, Front Door, API Management, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, Azure Networking). Strong experience with PowerShell scripting and Infrastructure as Code in either (Bicep and/or Terraform; ARM knowledge acceptable where relevant). Practical experience with Azure DevOps (Pipelines, Repos, CI/CD concepts) and Git-based version control. Azure networking knowledge including VNETs, vWAN, ExpressRoute, VPN gateways, hub-and-spoke, and traffic management concepts. Azure security fundamentals including Managed Identities, Key Vault, Conditional Access, Defender for Cloud/Security Centre. Strong scripting capability in PowerShell (and/or Bash), and the ability to automate operational tasks and deployments. Strong troubleshooting mindset: diagnosing complex issues and driving them to resolution with appropriate escalation and RCA. Clear communication skills, including the ability to explain technical topics in plain English in a professional services environment. Preferably either: 5-years relevant experience working in a similar role, or a qualification in Computer Science or Engineering or Microsoft accredited Azure Certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator / DevOps / Cloud Engineering) and relevant experience working in a similar role. Excellent Knowledge of Microsoft Azure and Windows Stack. Career Level: The career level assigned to this role is level 3. The career level framework provides a formal structure for the business services functions at the firm. The framework, which ranges from level 1 to level 7, clearly defines the responsibilities, skills and competencies required at each level. Here at Simmons & Simmons: At Simmons, we are proud of our collaborative, open and non-hierarchical culture, where everyone is treated with respect and dignity and the wellbeing of our people is paramount. Our dynamic minds work as one integrated team, partnering with leading organisations on inspirational and thought-provoking projects that matter. From day one, irrespective of job title, qualification or background, everyone s voice is heard, and you are encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will have a platform to excel, exceed your career ambitions, and achieve things you never thought possible. Some key information: We offer a competitive package including bonuses dependant on role/level, private medical insurance and pension contribution. Our global skills academy provides our people, regardless of their role and location, with excellent learning opportunities (including live workshops, podcasts, short videos and practical learning experiences). We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands. We are proud to rank as a Times Top 50 Employer for Gender Equality, a Stonewall Top Global Employer, and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility. We have a range of social and sports committees, summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers. We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture. All UK offices have their own artwork collections including Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin pieces in the London office. We have a long-standing history in supporting the art community especially up-and-coming artists. We have recently introduced a Strategic Advisory Council which is a mix of associates and business services who will propose strategic initiatives that align with our firm's mission and support the delivery of our business plan, shaping the future of our next-generation law firm. Our in-house generative AI tool, Percy, won the Innovation in Automation and AI Tools category at the 2024 FT Innovative Lawyers Europe Awards. This achievement highlights our commitment to technological innovation and client service. We have been commended in The Times Best Law Firms 2026 across three categories: construction, employment, and intellectual property. Our profile is highly positive, highlighting our sector specialisms and notable case and transactional work. Equal opportunities: We are committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion within our firm and to ensuring equal employment opportunities. We believe that this commitment creates a vibrant and rewarding work environment. We are therefore committed to: Upholding equal opportunities, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity, marital status, or pregnancy, including maternity and paternity. This commitment extends to addressing any instances of perceived or associative discrimination and harassment. We also ensure fair treatment during recruitment and selection processes for those who are serving or have served in the armed forces, along with their families. Accommodating requests for flexible working arrangements whenever possible. We encourage you to discuss your needs with us if this is something you require. Making our roles accessible to individuals with diverse abilities. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can meet your needs. We offer a range of employee networks to support our colleagues. More information about these networks can be found in the D&I Information booklet that candidates are sent when invited to interview. . click apply for full job details

Security Architect - 5 weeks - £675 per day outside IR35 - London 3dpw Exalto consulting are currently recruiting for a contract Security Architect, this is outside IR35 paying £675 per day, initially 5 weeks doing a software supply chain review. Must be willing to go to London x3 days a week and remote x2 days a week. Skills required for the role: • Software supply chain security: Software Composition Analysis (SCA) tools (e.g. Sonatype IQ), Software Bill of Materials, dependency risk mgmt, artifact governance • Platform engineering: repo design, artifact repositories, versioning strategies for Python, R and SAS • DevSecOps & CI/CD: pipeline design (GitHub Actions, GitLab CI, Jenkins), integrating security gates • Cloud & infra: on prem, cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP), hybrid architectures, SaaS evaluation • Security architecture: threat modelling, policy design, compliance (e.g. banking controls) • Programming ecosystem knowledge: Python/R packaging (pip, conda, CRAN), dependency management • Delivery: solution design, build, test/UAT, production handover If you have the above experience and are looking for a new role please send your CV for immediate consideration Security Architect - 5 weeks - £675 per day outside IR35 - London 3dpw

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.

Integration Lead - Secure Digital Platform 6-Month contract - Inside IR35 - market rate Reading based - 5 days a week onsite Defence sector - need to be eligible for SC Clearance - current and active SC Cleared already is strongly preferred Role Description The Integration Lead is responsible for leading the technical design, development, and delivery of secure, scalable, and reusable foundational technology services within the Secure Digital Platform. The Integration Lead partners with Delivery Leads, product owners and architects, to lead and manage the technical implementation of platform capabilities and enterprise services to the roadmap planned for each platform. The Integration Lead acts as a hands-on technical leader and subject matter expert, ensuring engineering excellence, operational integrity, and alignment of delivery with enterprise architectural direction and business objectives. Key Responsibilities Provide delivery leadership across the Engineering, Agile team and Test teams to build and maintain reusable and secure platform services aligned with the organisation's technology strategy. Work with the Delivery leads to understand the roadmap of work Work closely with Product Owners / Architects to implement and test the capabilities within the platforms Drive high-quality software engineering practices across the team, including code reviews, test automation, CI/CD pipelines, performance monitoring, and observability. Ensure delivered solutions align with solution designs and security guardrails. Guide teams in the selection and use of modern tools, frameworks, and platforms that optimise development efficiency and operational effectiveness for delivery. Support the development and evolution of the Secure Digital Platform roadmap by identifying technical dependencies, enablers, and delivery risks. Partner with the wider Secure Digital Platform team to establish and enforce standards for infrastructure-as-code, API development, cloud-native services, and integration. Collaborate with cybersecurity, operations, and compliance teams to ensure secure design and adherence to internal and external policies. Act as a technical escalation point for complex engineering issues and support the Engineering, Agile and Test leads to develop and row technical capability within the teams. Contribute to the preparation of delivery-related artefacts such as technical documentation, support handovers, and implementation Runbook. Foster a culture of continuous improvement, experimentation, and feedback within engineering teams. Skills and Experience Essential 5+ years of experience in technical leadership roles within software engineering, infrastructure, or platform development teams Proven experience delivering secure, scalable technology services or platforms in complex enterprise environment Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP), container orchestration, and infrastructure automation (e.g., Terraform, Ansible) Strong understanding of DevSecOps principles, CI/CD pipelines, test automation, and observability tooling Familiarity with platform and product-centric delivery models and agile frameworks (e.g., Scrum, SAFe) Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical audiences Strong problem-solving skills and ability to make pragmatic decisions under ambiguity or time constraints Commitment to fostering engineering culture, mentoring others, and growing internal technical capability High ethical standards when handling confidential information Desirable Experience with platform engineering, internal developer platforms (IDPs), or technical enablement teams Experience in a highly regulated industry (e.g., Aerospace & Defence, Finance, Critical Infrastructure) Exposure to secure coding practices, threat modelling, and secure-by-design approaches Experience leading hybrid delivery teams (e.g., internal and external/partner teams) Familiarity with ITSM and incident/problem/change/ management in an enterprise context Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

The role: We are looking for a Senior Cloud Infrastructure Analyst to join our IT department in Bristol. At Simmons & Simmons, technology is central to delivering exceptional client service. We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Cloud Infrastructure Analyst to join our Platforms team and help build, automate and operate the Azure platform underpinning our applications and services. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on designing and delivering secure, scalable and resilient cloud solutions in Microsoft Azure, using Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD automation as the default approach. You will work closely with architects, security and application teams to implement cloud platform patterns and enable delivery teams to deploy safely and consistently. You will be required to act as senior technical authority within the platforms team, supporting decision-making, mentoring engineers, and shaping the Azure roadmap. What will you do: Azure Infrastructure as Code (IaC) & CI/CD automation Build, deploy, and maintain Azure infrastructure using IaC (Bicep and/or Terraform) with peer review and version control. Strong familiarity working in IaC and pipelines to ensure quality, security and adherence to baseline standards. Cloud reliability, operations & incident/problem support (engineering-led) Act as a senior escalation point for complex Azure platform incidents; leading to troubleshoot, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable fixes (automation over repeated manual intervention). Monitor and improve platform health using Azure observability tooling (e.g., Azure Monitor, Log Analytics/KQL, Application Insights, Science Logic), and improve alerting and diagnostics. Lead reliability and resilience improvements such as such as performance tuning, resource optimisation, cost optimization using FinOps and provide availability enhancements, aligned to our service- level expectations. A senior analyst is expected to be a point of contact and escalation at all times, taking ownership of incident management, while providing 3rd & 4th level and technical support. Any experience working within the Agile framework using Scrum. Security, compliance & governance Embed security controls and compliance checks into delivery pipelines (DevSecOps approach), ensuring cloud systems are configured securely and remain compliant. Contribute to platform governance initiatives such as naming/tagging conventions, logging standards, Key Vault/secret patterns, and controlled change via Github Push/Pull requests. Work closely with Security and CISO stakeholders and the wider networks team to maintain a strong and compliant security posture across our Azure public cloud. What we are looking for: The role deliberately covers a relatively broad brief of technologies, targeted at enabling effective communication and efficient working practices. We would expect the role holder to be able to demonstrate a skill base that spans a range of the following topics and, where necessary, to demonstrate the aptitude and desire to develop to meet the entire brief. Knowledge of a range of enterprise IT application technologies, including a demonstrated track record in operating and administering or working with infrastructure applications as part of the: Microsoft Application Stack such as Exchange 365; Active Directory, AD connect, Azure site recovery (ASR) and Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD) and Azure SQL. Experience of working with VMware vSphere, HPE Servers & Storage, upgrades and maintenance procedures. Hands-on experience engineering solutions in Microsoft Azure, including a solid understanding of Azure IaaS and PaaS services (e.g., VMs, Storage, App Services, Front Door, API Management, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, Azure Networking). Strong experience with Infrastructure as Code in either (Bicep and/or Terraform; ARM knowledge acceptable where relevant). Practical experience with Azure DevOps (Pipelines, Repos, CI/CD concepts) and Git-based version control. Azure networking knowledge including VNETs, vWAN, ExpressRoute, VPN gateways, hub-and-spoke, and traffic management concepts. Azure security fundamentals including Managed Identities, Key Vault, Conditional Access, Defender for Cloud/Security Centre. Strong scripting capability in PowerShell (and/or Bash), and the ability to automate operational tasks and deployments. Strong troubleshooting mindset: diagnosing complex issues and driving them to resolution with appropriate escalation and RCA. Clear communication skills, including the ability to explain technical topics in plain English in a professional services environment. A Strong problem-solver with proactive, engineering-led mindset. Self-motivated technical lead and mentor. Comfortable working as a senior engineer in a collaborative, geographically diverse and inclusive team. Preferably either: 5-years relevant experience working in a similar role, or a qualification in Computer Science or Engineering or Microsoft accredited Azure Certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator / DevOps / Cloud Engineering) and relevant experience working in a similar role. Excellent Knowledge of the Azure and Windows Stack. Career Level: The career level assigned to this role is level 3. The career level framework provides a formal structure for the business services functions at the firm. The framework, which ranges from level 1 to level 7, clearly defines the responsibilities, skills and competencies required at each level. Here at Simmons & Simmons: At Simmons, we are proud of our collaborative, open and non-hierarchical culture, where everyone is treated with respect and dignity and the wellbeing of our people is paramount. Our dynamic minds work as one integrated team, partnering with leading organisations on inspirational and thought-provoking projects that matter. From day one, irrespective of job title, qualification or background, everyone s voice is heard, and you are encouraged to have an enquiring mind and share ideas that drive the firm forward. Through innovative learning and development opportunities, you will have a platform to excel, exceed your career ambitions, and achieve things you never thought possible. Some key information: We offer a competitive package including bonuses dependant on role/level, private medical insurance and pension contribution. Our global skills academy provides our people, regardless of their role and location, with excellent learning opportunities (including live workshops, podcasts, short videos and practical learning experiences). We have adopted a hybrid working approach with a requirement for a minimum of three days in the office with flexibility dependant on role/team/client demands. We are proud to rank as a Times Top 50 Employer for Gender Equality, a Stonewall Top Global Employer, and a Top 75 Employer for Social Mobility. We have a range of social and sports committees, summer and winter parties and monthly get togethers. We have a range of diversity networks to connect people and celebrate our differences which is integral to our inclusive culture. All UK offices have their own artwork collections including Damien Hirst and Tracey Emin pieces in the London office. We have a long-standing history in supporting the art community especially up-and-coming artists. We have recently introduced a Strategic Advisory Council which is a mix of associates and business services who will propose strategic initiatives that align with our firm's mission and support the delivery of our business plan, shaping the future of our next-generation law firm. Our in-house generative AI tool, Percy, won the Innovation in Automation and AI Tools category at the 2024 FT Innovative Lawyers Europe Awards. This achievement highlights our commitment to technological innovation and client service. We have been commended in The Times Best Law Firms 2026 across three categories: construction, employment, and intellectual property. Our profile is highly positive, highlighting our sector specialisms and notable case and transactional work. Equal opportunities: We are committed to fostering equality, diversity and inclusion within our firm and to ensuring equal employment opportunities. We believe that this commitment creates a vibrant and rewarding work environment. We are therefore committed to: Upholding equal opportunities, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, belief, age, disability, sexual orientation, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity, marital status, or pregnancy, including maternity and paternity. This commitment extends to addressing any instances of perceived or associative discrimination and harassment. We also ensure fair treatment during recruitment and selection processes for those who are serving or have served in the armed forces, along with their families. Accommodating requests for flexible working arrangements whenever possible. We encourage you to discuss your needs with us if this is something you require. Making our roles accessible to individuals with diverse abilities. If you need any reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know so we can meet your needs. We offer a range of employee networks to support our colleagues . click apply for full job details

Senior DevOps Engineer - Birmingham Senior DevOps Engineer with experience in Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, cloud infrastructure and automation is required by a global consultancy, with offices across the UK. This is a brand-new role, in which you can make a real difference by working on large-scale projects and taking technical ownership across delivery teams. Experience required: Strong experience designing, implementing and governing CI/CD pipelines, repository strategies and automation at enterprise scale Azure DevOps Working with Application development and data platforms, with ideally some of the following "Microsoft Power Platform (low-code), Dynamics 365, Power BI and Microsoft Fabric for analytics, supported by Visual Studio, VS Cod. Hands-on experience with Azure cloud platforms and Infrastructure as Code tools such as Terraform, ARM or Bicep Proven background in DevOps or DevSecOps practices, including security, compliance and quality built into delivery pipelines Ability to act as a technical authority, setting DevOps standards and best practices across multiple teams Duties include: Own and evolve the organisation's DevOps tooling and platforms, ensuring they are secure, scalable and fit for purpose Design and maintain standardised CI/CD pipelines and self-service automation to improve speed, quality and reliability of delivery Embed monitoring, logging and alerting to ensure high availability and rapid incident response Support and enable engineering teams through documentation, guidance and continuous improvement of developer experience This role is paying between £60,000 - £70,000 + Private Medical + Excellent Pension (10%) + Flexible working (2 days in the office). If you think you have the right skills to flourish in this role or know someone that will fit the role, please send over your CV to or click apply, and I will be in touch soon. Alternatively, please call on for further information DevOps Engineer / Azure DevOps / CI/CD / Automation / Cloud / DevSecOps / Birmingham / Manchester / Nottingham / Bristol / Leeds / UK Wide Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.

Location: London, Watford or Bristol (Hybrid working options available) Canada Life UK has helped individuals, families and businesses secure their financial futures for over 120 years. Today, we are transforming our technology, culture and ways of working to become a more modern, customer centric and engineering led organisation. As we modernise our IT estate and shift toward cloud, SaaS/PaaS and product centric delivery, we're investing heavily in engineering excellence, empowered teams and great leadership. We're now looking for an Engineering Manager to lead our Home Finance product engineering team-a group responsible for the systems that power our mortgage origination and servicing capabilities. Why join us? Shape the future of Home Finance You'll lead the evolution of our bespoke Ruby on Rails-based mortgage origination and servicing platform, architecting modern, resilient and scalable solutions. True empowerment and autonomy We operate stream-aligned product teams where Engineering Managers have real authority over technology decisions, people development, engineering standards and team culture. Modern engineering focus You'll drive cloud adoption, DevSecOps, automation, data-driven decision making and continuous improvement across the lifecycle. A culture that values people We're building a place where engineers can do their best work - curious, collaborative, inclusive, and always improving. The role Reporting to the Head of Product Engineering, you will lead a multidisciplinary engineering team responsible for the Home Finance application stack. You'll act as a servant leader and coach, improving engineering practices, nurturing talent and enabling the team to deliver high-quality outcomes that support our customers and regulatory obligations. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll influence architecture, delivery, operational excellence and culture across the product. You'll work closely with Product Owners, Engineering Managers and operational teams to optimise flow, deliver customer value and modernise our platforms. Our bespoke mortgage system is built using Ruby on Rails, MySQL, JavaScript, and other open-source technologies, with a clear roadmap toward cloud-native evolution. Key responsibilities Lead, coach and inspire a stream-aligned product engineering team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, psychological safety and high performance. Drive adoption of agile, DevSecOps and modern engineering practices, optimising the flow of change and reducing time-to-value. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver secure, stable and scalable solutions that support Home Finance operations and customer outcomes. Ensure regulatory compliance (including FCA MCOB) and operational excellence across the platform. Shape the technology roadmap, contributing to architectural decisions and cloud migration strategies. Manage operational risk, security posture, monitoring, alerting and incident response for Home Finance systems. Use data and insights to guide prioritisation, engineering improvements and product decisions. Support talent development, succession planning and recruitment to build a high-performing engineering capability. Manage budgets responsibly, improving cost efficiency and value delivery. Define and track team and departmental OKRs, ensuring alignment with Canada Life's strategy. Build strong relationships with third-party suppliers to maximise value and service quality. About you Technical expertise Strong understanding of mortgage origination/administration systems or comparable regulated financial platforms. Experience delivering and operating web-based MVC applications (e.g., Ruby on Rails, React) and APIs. Skilled in designing, managing and optimising relational SQL databases. Hands-on knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure or GCP) and cloud-native architectures. Broad engineering experience across DevSecOps, automation, CI/CD, infrastructure, monitoring and security best practice ("shift-left"). Proven track record of running critical production services with a focus on stability, performance and security. Leadership & delivery A people-first engineering leader who builds high-performing, motivated and curious teams. Confident working with OKRs and outcome-driven delivery. Able to communicate complex technical ideas simply and persuasively. Skilled at navigating ambiguity, prioritising effectively and influencing senior stakeholders. Collaborative, pragmatic and adept at building trust across product, engineering and operational teams. What you'll bring A degree or equivalent professional experience. A passion for modern, inclusive engineering leadership and the ability to inspire and develop others.

Lead SharePoint Developer Location: Durrington, hybrid working Contract Type: Permanent Hours: 37 hours Salary: £65k-£74k About the role This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the evolution of our digital workplace for over 3,000 colleagues. As our SharePoint Development Lead, you'll shape the future of collaboration, content governance, and user experience across SharePoint Online and Microsoft 365. You'll head up a small, skilled SharePoint development team within our Content and Collaboration function, driving modern, secure, user-centred solutions that transform how the business works, shares, and communicates. What you will be responsible for: You'll be the strategic and technical lead for all SharePoint development, ensuring we deliver solutions that are scalable, secure, and brilliantly designed. Typical responsibilities include: Leading the design, build and deployment of SharePoint Online sites, structures, and digital experiences. Managing and mentoring a team of SharePoint developers, driving quality and continuous improvement. Working with business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions that deliver real value. Overseeing workflow, form, and automation development using Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate). Driving ECM best practice, from metadata standards to content life cycle and user adoption. Providing technical leadership across ECM architecture, integrations, performance improvements, and migrations. Ensuring governance, compliance, and security standards are applied consistently across the M365 environment Additional role requirements: This role incorporates Agile delivery, DevSecOps practices, and ownership of CI/CD pipelines within Azure DevOps. Expected to lead our Content & Collaboration Centre of Excellence, supporting and coaching citizen developers. Occasional out-of-hours work may be required to support high-impact changes or platform updates. What you'll bring to the role Essential Proven expertise in SharePoint Online and M365 development, including SPFx, PowerShell, PnP, and the Power Platform. Strong understanding of the software development life cycle, including Agile, Scrum, and DevSecOps. Experience leading technical teams and delivering enterprise-level digital collaboration solutions. Programming skills across .NET (C#, ASP.NET Core), JavaScript/TypeScript, and frameworks such as React. Experience working with Azure DevOps and cloud-based architectures. Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Desirable Scrum Master or Product Owner certification. Experience in UX, design thinking, or user research within digital product development. What Do We Offer? 25 days annual leave + Bank Holidays. Free annual flu jab and eye test vouchers. Pension contributions up to 11% (depending on your contribution). An employee assistance program. A network of sports and social clubs. Company and performance-related bonus. Life assurance equal to 4x salary. Salary sacrifice electric car scheme (after 6 months service). Health Cash Plan. Two paid volunteering days a year. Occupational health service. Discounts with over 800 popular retailers. Digital GP service. Study support may be available for job-related qualifications. Competitive maternity & paternity leave and flexible return to work options. Cycle to work scheme. Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.

Founding AI Engineer Location : London (Hybrid / Flexible) Salary : Competitive DOE + Bonus + Equity Company Overview We are working with an early-stage technology company building AI-native systems that help large organisations better understand, govern, and secure complex data and identity ecosystems. Operating at the intersection of AI, cyber security, and enterprise data platforms , the business is focused on transforming how organisations model access, risk, and data relationships across increasingly distributed cloud environments. The team is small, highly technical, and product-focused, with a strong bias toward ownership, rapid iteration, and building systems that operate in complex, real-world enterprise environments. Engineering sits at the centre of everything, and individuals are expected to have a direct impact on product direction and architecture. The Role We are seeking a Founding AI Engineer / Engineering Lead to join the business at a pivotal stage as the platform moves from early MVP into scalable production use with enterprise customers. This is a hands-on technical leadership role , not a product management position. You will be responsible for designing, building, and scaling core components of an AI-driven enterprise platform, working across data, machine learning, and distributed systems. You will also work directly with early customers to understand real-world use cases and translate them into robust, scalable product capabilities. This role suits someone who still enjoys building and shipping code, but is comfortable influencing architecture, mentoring engineers, and shaping technical direction. You will have significant influence over: Core system architecture AI/ML strategy and implementation Data modelling and enterprise integration patterns Early product design decisions Engineering standards and scalability approach Key Responsibilities Design and build core components of an AI-native enterprise platform from the ground up Develop and deploy machine learning and LLM-based systems in production environments Build scalable data and AI pipelines across complex enterprise datasets Work closely with early enterprise customers to refine requirements and shape product direction Define and implement system architecture for AI, data, and integration layers Build agentic AI workflows and knowledge-driven systems using modern LLM frameworks Implement robust MLOps pipelines for model training, deployment, monitoring, and governance Contribute directly to production code in Python and related AI/data tooling Support technical decision-making around cloud architecture, scalability, and system design Help establish engineering best practices in a fast-moving early-stage environment Tech Stack Python TensorFlow / PyTorch LLM frameworks (LangChain, LangGraph, or similar agentic AI tooling) AWS / Azure cloud platforms (including AI services such as Bedrock) Data engineering tools (e.g. AWS Glue or equivalent) NLP, embeddings, vector databases, RAG architectures MLOps tooling for model deployment and monitoring Experience with distributed data systems and APIs Required Skills & Experience Several years' experience in software engineering, data engineering, or AI engineering roles Strong academic background in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or similar Experience working in a product-led technology environment (SaaS, AI platform, or similar) Proven ability to ship production-grade AI or data systems Strong Python engineering capability Experience with modern ML / LLM systems and frameworks Exposure to cloud-based AI/ML platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) Comfortable working in early-stage environments with ambiguity and ownership Strong communication skills and ability to work directly with technical and non-technical stakeholders Bonus Experience (Highly Valued) Cyber security / identity / access management (IAM / IdAM) exposure Cloud operations, DevSecOps, or infrastructure-heavy environments Experience in regulated or enterprise-scale domains Knowledge of enterprise data governance, data modelling, or integration architecture How You Work Highly hands-on and enjoys building systems end-to-end Comfortable operating in ambiguity and shaping problems as well as solving them Strong bias toward delivery, iteration, and practical engineering outcomes Collaborative, but able to take full ownership of technical decisions Interested in building foundational systems, not just features What We Offer Highly competitive base salary (DOE) + bonus Equity / stock options in a high-growth early-stage business Private medical insurance Hybrid working (London-based, flexible model) High ownership role with significant influence on product and architecture Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer - Detailed Job Description Role Overview An opportunity for a DevOps & Infrastructure Engineer to play a key role in delivering and supporting mission-critical systems within a highly automated environment. You will take ownership of the infrastructure layer, ensuring systems are secure, scalable, resilient, and fully aligned to customer and project requirements. This role blends hands-on engineering with architectural design, working across the full lifecycle-from initial solution design through to deployment, monitoring, and ongoing optimisation. You will collaborate closely with software engineers, delivery teams, support functions, and customer IT stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Infrastructure Architecture & Design Design end-to-end infrastructure solutions across on-premise, hybrid, and cloud environments Define compute, storage, networking, virtualisation, and disaster recovery architectures Produce technical documentation including solution designs, network diagrams, and sizing specifications Align infrastructure designs with customer IT policies, security standards, and operational constraints DevOps & Deployment Own and optimise CI/CD pipelines to support consistent, automated software delivery Manage build, release, and deployment processes across development, staging, and production environments Implement Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using tools such as Terraform, Ansible, or equivalent Drive best practices for environment consistency, configuration management, and release governance Cyber Security & Compliance Ensure infrastructure is secure by design, incorporating system hardening and access controls Manage vulnerability remediation, patching strategies, and security updates Embed security within the software delivery lifecycle (DevSecOps principles) Support audits and ensure compliance with recognised frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials) Lead incident response and root cause analysis for security and infrastructure-related events Monitoring, Reliability & Support Implement monitoring, alerting, and observability across infrastructure and applications Define SLAs/SLOs and ensure systems meet availability and performance requirements Provide 3rd line support and escalation for complex infrastructure issues Conduct capacity planning, performance tuning, and reliability improvements Lifecycle & Maintenance Manage patching cycles across operating systems, databases, and middleware Maintain infrastructure inventory, documentation, and lifecycle roadmaps Develop disaster recovery plans and operational runbooks Ensure systems remain supportable, secure, and up to date throughout their lifecycle Skills & Experience Essential Strong experience in DevOps, Infrastructure, or Site Reliability Engineering roles Expertise in Linux and Windows Server administration Hands-on experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Azure DevOps, GitHub Actions) and version control (Git) Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible or similar) Scripting/automation skills (PowerShell, Python, Bash) Knowledge of virtualisation technologies (VMware, Hyper-V) Understanding of networking concepts (VLANs, firewalls, VPNs) and enterprise storage Experience with databases and messaging systems (PostgreSQL, RabbitMQ) Exposure to monitoring and observability tools (e.g., Prometheus, Grafana) Strong understanding of cyber security best practices, patching, and vulnerability management Ability to produce clear technical documentation and communicate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Desirable Experience working in industrial, manufacturing, or logistics environments Knowledge of warehouse or automation systems and integrations (ERP, WMS, PLC/SCADA) Cloud experience (Azure) and containerisation (Docker, Kubernetes) Familiarity with ITIL processes (incident, change, problem management) Relevant certifications (e.g., VMware, Security+, CISSP, Terraform) Personal Attributes Strong ownership and accountability for delivering robust infrastructure solutions Pragmatic problem-solver with the ability to balance technical excellence and delivery timelines Effective communicator able to bridge software, infrastructure, and customer stakeholders Comfortable working in a project-driven, customer-facing environment Flexible approach with occasional travel and out-of-hours support for deployments Summary This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-availability systems where infrastructure is critical to operational success. You will play a central role in shaping DevOps practices, improving system reliability, and delivering high-quality solutions across a range of technically challenging environments. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit (url removed) Computer Futures, 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