Job Title: VMware Cloud Foundation Platform Automation Engineer Location: Remote (occasional travel to Bristol - once per quarter) Remuneration: 750.0 - 800.0 per day Contract Details: Fixed Term Contract, 6 months Responsibilities: Lead the automation of a VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) platform build in a greenfield environment, ensuring seamless integration and deployment. Establish API-driven automation frameworks for VCF components to enhance operational efficiency. Automate the creation of VCF workload domains (Prod, Non-Prod, DMZ, Mgmt) and NSX segments aligned with VLANs. Implement robust network segmentation and isolation to uphold the separation of operational and corporate networks. Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and GitOps-driven workflows for streamlined processes. Build and maintain VM provisioning pipelines, including golden images, network attachments, and baseline security policies. Integrate platform logging and event streams into Splunk Cloud for comprehensive audit and monitoring. Define DFW rulesets and security policies as code, managed via CI/CD pipelines. Validate East-West and North-South traffic flows, ensuring strict network isolation boundaries and compliance controls. Align NSX networking with FortiGate and Cisco underlay infrastructure to optimize performance. Enable application hosting capabilities within a DevOps pipeline, supporting cutting-edge delivery practices. Technical Requirements: Active SC Clearance (mandatory). Strong hands-on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF). Proven experience as a Platform Automation / DevOps Engineer. Proficient scripting and automation skills in Ansible and Python. Experience working with APIs for infrastructure automation. Solid understanding of networking concepts: VLANs, routing, firewalls, overlay networking/NSX. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git/version control, and infrastructure release workflows. Desirable Skills: Experience in critical national infrastructure or highly regulated environments. Exposure to monitoring, logging, and observability tooling. Knowledge of security hardening, compliance, and audit controls. VMware certifications. Experience designing platforms for secure workload hosting at scale. Join us in this exciting opportunity to shape the future of critical national infrastructure! If you are a passionate VMware Cloud Foundation Platform Automation Engineer looking for a challenging role that impacts the UK's electrical grid, we want to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your career with us. 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. 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. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to everyone individually. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Jun 20, 2026
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Job Title: VMware Cloud Foundation Platform Automation Engineer Location: Remote (occasional travel to Bristol - once per quarter) Remuneration: 750.0 - 800.0 per day Contract Details: Fixed Term Contract, 6 months Responsibilities: Lead the automation of a VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF) platform build in a greenfield environment, ensuring seamless integration and deployment. Establish API-driven automation frameworks for VCF components to enhance operational efficiency. Automate the creation of VCF workload domains (Prod, Non-Prod, DMZ, Mgmt) and NSX segments aligned with VLANs. Implement robust network segmentation and isolation to uphold the separation of operational and corporate networks. Develop Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and GitOps-driven workflows for streamlined processes. Build and maintain VM provisioning pipelines, including golden images, network attachments, and baseline security policies. Integrate platform logging and event streams into Splunk Cloud for comprehensive audit and monitoring. Define DFW rulesets and security policies as code, managed via CI/CD pipelines. Validate East-West and North-South traffic flows, ensuring strict network isolation boundaries and compliance controls. Align NSX networking with FortiGate and Cisco underlay infrastructure to optimize performance. Enable application hosting capabilities within a DevOps pipeline, supporting cutting-edge delivery practices. Technical Requirements: Active SC Clearance (mandatory). Strong hands-on experience with VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF). Proven experience as a Platform Automation / DevOps Engineer. Proficient scripting and automation skills in Ansible and Python. Experience working with APIs for infrastructure automation. Solid understanding of networking concepts: VLANs, routing, firewalls, overlay networking/NSX. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git/version control, and infrastructure release workflows. Desirable Skills: Experience in critical national infrastructure or highly regulated environments. Exposure to monitoring, logging, and observability tooling. Knowledge of security hardening, compliance, and audit controls. VMware certifications. Experience designing platforms for secure workload hosting at scale. Join us in this exciting opportunity to shape the future of critical national infrastructure! If you are a passionate VMware Cloud Foundation Platform Automation Engineer looking for a challenging role that impacts the UK's electrical grid, we want to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your career with us. 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. 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. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to everyone individually. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours of applying, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
Scada Engineer - Onshore Substation 2-year contract Outside IR35 Key Qualifications Client witness/support the delivery of the HV/Substation and WTG SCADA systems during the construction and commissioning phase of the project supporting Onshore and/or Offshore systems. This will cover the hardware and software interfaces for the whole project, from HVDC systems to WTGs, which cover: LAN systems (Process, Scada, Server, Subsystem, Client, Operator, DMZ) Pole Control systems Converter control system DC protection DC Measuring system AC protection Bay control units HMI and fault reporting operation (design already finalised) Communication/LAN systems OT cyber security Systems such as fire alarm, PECG, Cooling system etc. Fibre Optic and other cable communication infrastructure - between onshore and offshore - overseeing installation of the cable, including hygiene, patching and correct install. Client witness/support for acceptance tests (FAT/SAT) to ensure they are performed to specification, provide required functionality and are documented correctly. Support investigations and report on HV Network and Ancillary system events during the commissioning phase. Provide SCADA/control system technical support to the wider Commissioning team and project organisation. Possible "hands-on" activities involved with testing and commissioning activities supporting the contractor with the various interfaces between contractors and RWE. Support the Engineering Team with issues relating to the Design Process. Support the Operations team with troubleshooting , training and/or maintaining associated systems as may be required. DELIVERABLES Accurate weekly reporting and record keeping on progress and issues to the Commissioning Package Manager. Maintain a commissioning file. Working very closely with the RWE Scada engineering team to ensure the installation matches the design. Oversee the SATs of equipment especially with regard to remaining OSS panels. Involved with the development, setup and operation of the Vanguard project from the Grimsby Control Room, GY and Necton. Working with the Contractor and oversee their execution of works, challenging the progress and quality of works where necessary. Responsible for troubleshooting relevant systems in the event of failures and coordinating the involvement of stakeholders and suppliers as/when required. Liaise with Engineering and Quality Departments to ensure outstanding Engineering/Quality Issues are resolved. Interface with the various packages which interface with Scada. Responsible for ensuring accurate 'As Built' Drawings and Commissioning Records are kept by the Subcontractor. Must have Qualification / Experience Relevant technical or engineering education, degree/HNC or equivalent. IOSH/NEBOSH Certification. All certificates required to work within/on Wind Turbines and Offshore are required - GWO Working at Height/Advanced Rescue, Enhanced First Aid, Sea Survival, Fire Awareness and Manual Handling. Experience in HV/WTG/Auxiliary SCADA systems and associated infrastructure. Experience of industrial control systems, automation, PLC's, RTU's and IED's. Experience in Industrial Communication Protocols (i.e. OPC-family, IEC-104, MMS, IEC61850, Modbus, Profibus). Knowledge of communication and Monitoring systems used within Offshore wind farms (Tetra, VHF, 4/5G, IP Telephony, CCTV, ICCP, CMS, DTS and Fire Alarm/Extinguishing Systems). Proven track record in a Client role. Self-starting with excellent planning/coordination and problem solving abilities. Fluent written and verbal English with good communication skills. ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.
Jun 20, 2026
Contractor
Scada Engineer - Onshore Substation 2-year contract Outside IR35 Key Qualifications Client witness/support the delivery of the HV/Substation and WTG SCADA systems during the construction and commissioning phase of the project supporting Onshore and/or Offshore systems. This will cover the hardware and software interfaces for the whole project, from HVDC systems to WTGs, which cover: LAN systems (Process, Scada, Server, Subsystem, Client, Operator, DMZ) Pole Control systems Converter control system DC protection DC Measuring system AC protection Bay control units HMI and fault reporting operation (design already finalised) Communication/LAN systems OT cyber security Systems such as fire alarm, PECG, Cooling system etc. Fibre Optic and other cable communication infrastructure - between onshore and offshore - overseeing installation of the cable, including hygiene, patching and correct install. Client witness/support for acceptance tests (FAT/SAT) to ensure they are performed to specification, provide required functionality and are documented correctly. Support investigations and report on HV Network and Ancillary system events during the commissioning phase. Provide SCADA/control system technical support to the wider Commissioning team and project organisation. Possible "hands-on" activities involved with testing and commissioning activities supporting the contractor with the various interfaces between contractors and RWE. Support the Engineering Team with issues relating to the Design Process. Support the Operations team with troubleshooting , training and/or maintaining associated systems as may be required. DELIVERABLES Accurate weekly reporting and record keeping on progress and issues to the Commissioning Package Manager. Maintain a commissioning file. Working very closely with the RWE Scada engineering team to ensure the installation matches the design. Oversee the SATs of equipment especially with regard to remaining OSS panels. Involved with the development, setup and operation of the Vanguard project from the Grimsby Control Room, GY and Necton. Working with the Contractor and oversee their execution of works, challenging the progress and quality of works where necessary. Responsible for troubleshooting relevant systems in the event of failures and coordinating the involvement of stakeholders and suppliers as/when required. Liaise with Engineering and Quality Departments to ensure outstanding Engineering/Quality Issues are resolved. Interface with the various packages which interface with Scada. Responsible for ensuring accurate 'As Built' Drawings and Commissioning Records are kept by the Subcontractor. Must have Qualification / Experience Relevant technical or engineering education, degree/HNC or equivalent. IOSH/NEBOSH Certification. All certificates required to work within/on Wind Turbines and Offshore are required - GWO Working at Height/Advanced Rescue, Enhanced First Aid, Sea Survival, Fire Awareness and Manual Handling. Experience in HV/WTG/Auxiliary SCADA systems and associated infrastructure. Experience of industrial control systems, automation, PLC's, RTU's and IED's. Experience in Industrial Communication Protocols (i.e. OPC-family, IEC-104, MMS, IEC61850, Modbus, Profibus). Knowledge of communication and Monitoring systems used within Offshore wind farms (Tetra, VHF, 4/5G, IP Telephony, CCTV, ICCP, CMS, DTS and Fire Alarm/Extinguishing Systems). Proven track record in a Client role. Self-starting with excellent planning/coordination and problem solving abilities. Fluent written and verbal English with good communication skills. ersg are an equal opportunities employer; we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all job applicants. We do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of age, sex, race, disability, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender reassignment or religious background; all decisions are based on merit.
My client within the financial services industry is currently seeking for a Network Engineer to join the team. Key Requirements: Strong mix of networking + coding Python preferred Experience with: Forward Networks (highly desirable) Configuration compliance & validation Network Query Engine (NQE) concepts Responsibilities: Validate network configurations: Compare deployed vs. intended configs Simulate traffic across network devices Ensure correct behaviour based on design Support design innovation, including: LLD (Low-Level Design) automation Proxy/firewall architecture design "Diagram as code" solutions (automatic generation of network diagrams including VLANs, IPs, etc.) Logistics: 3 days a week in Liverpool / Warrington / Chester / Wrexham 6 month contract 550 - 600 p/d inside IR35 Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed) Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
Jun 20, 2026
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My client within the financial services industry is currently seeking for a Network Engineer to join the team. Key Requirements: Strong mix of networking + coding Python preferred Experience with: Forward Networks (highly desirable) Configuration compliance & validation Network Query Engine (NQE) concepts Responsibilities: Validate network configurations: Compare deployed vs. intended configs Simulate traffic across network devices Ensure correct behaviour based on design Support design innovation, including: LLD (Low-Level Design) automation Proxy/firewall architecture design "Diagram as code" solutions (automatic generation of network diagrams including VLANs, IPs, etc.) Logistics: 3 days a week in Liverpool / Warrington / Chester / Wrexham 6 month contract 550 - 600 p/d inside IR35 Please click here to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Huxley, please visit (url removed) Huxley, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy Registered office 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom Partnership Number OC(phone number removed) England and Wales
An exciting opportunity for a passionate Network Security Engineer to join a unique, multi-national Information Management function. Ideal candidates should be committed to protecting our critical systems and ensuring the integrity and security of our network infrastructure. Salary: Circa £50,000depending on experience+ shift allowance Dynamic (hybrid) working: 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification, working a 24/7 Shift Pattern Security Clearance: British Citizen This role will require DV Clearance. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS) and a Security Check (SC) clearance, which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: Join our forward thinking team as a Network Security Engineer, where you will play a key role in safeguarding our organisations' network infrastructure as part of the 24x7 Internal Security Response (ISR) team. When not involved in incident response and triage activity with the SOC team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining robust security solutions to protect against evolving threats. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will work on implementing changes securely, identifying vulnerabilities, managing security incidents and ensuring compliance with industry best practices. The role will be involved in the optimisation of network security tools to remediate "purple team" highlighted areas identified for improvement. You will also have the opportunity to immerse your time into the standardisation of network tools. This is a dynamic opportunity to contribute to security initiatives, solve complex challenges, and have a direct impact on the overall resilience of our IT environment. If you are passionate about security and proactive defence, this role is the perfect fit. If you are looking to leverage your technical skills in a values-led company that values innovation and diversity, this is the place to make an impact. What we're looking for from you: ESSENTIALS Solid understanding of networking principles (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, switching, VLANS and load balancing) Strong expertise in configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting firewalls e.g. Cisco, Checkpoint, Palo Alto Demonstrable hands-on experience in next-gen firewalls and advancing security features like IPS/IDS, SSL decryption and deep packet inspection. Proven experience in managing secure proxy solutions (e.g. Bluecoat, F5) and the ability to implement policies for content filtering, SSL inspection and network traffic monitoring. In depth knowledge of security protocols such as IPSec, SSL / TLS, VPNs and two factor authentication. Understanding of network architectures and security zones (DMZ, internal networks). Proficient in monitoring technologies e.g. PRTG, Nagios. DESIRABLES Understanding of cyber security capabilities and their integrations to networks infrastructure. Existing knowledge of / aptitude to learn Darktrace Antigena and Respond, Splunk ES or Log Rhythm tools. Strong ability to interpret complex information via use of packet capture in order to identify malicious traffic in detail, revealing attacker behaviours like C2, exploitation, lateral movement, or data exfiltration. Proven ability to review SOC alerting in collaboration with SOC analysts to effectively triage and manage Tier 1 SOC alerts to the appropriate outcome. Experience with LDAP, and application traffic flow root cause analysis. Previous experience to identify root cause from (TBC for review - Demonstrable understanding of the OSI Reference Model and the network communication protocols, including but not limited to DNS, HTTP/S, SSL, SMTP, FTP/S, LDAP/S. Demonstrable experience with Security Information Event Monitoring Tools and/or Network Packet Capture tools). Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
Jun 19, 2026
Full time
An exciting opportunity for a passionate Network Security Engineer to join a unique, multi-national Information Management function. Ideal candidates should be committed to protecting our critical systems and ensuring the integrity and security of our network infrastructure. Salary: Circa £50,000depending on experience+ shift allowance Dynamic (hybrid) working: 5 days per week on-site due to workload classification, working a 24/7 Shift Pattern Security Clearance: British Citizen This role will require DV Clearance. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS) and a Security Check (SC) clearance, which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company bonus: Up to £2,500 (based on company performance and will vary year to year) Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Overtime: opportunity for paid overtime Flexi Leave: Up to 15 additional days Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more The opportunity: Join our forward thinking team as a Network Security Engineer, where you will play a key role in safeguarding our organisations' network infrastructure as part of the 24x7 Internal Security Response (ISR) team. When not involved in incident response and triage activity with the SOC team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining robust security solutions to protect against evolving threats. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will work on implementing changes securely, identifying vulnerabilities, managing security incidents and ensuring compliance with industry best practices. The role will be involved in the optimisation of network security tools to remediate "purple team" highlighted areas identified for improvement. You will also have the opportunity to immerse your time into the standardisation of network tools. This is a dynamic opportunity to contribute to security initiatives, solve complex challenges, and have a direct impact on the overall resilience of our IT environment. If you are passionate about security and proactive defence, this role is the perfect fit. If you are looking to leverage your technical skills in a values-led company that values innovation and diversity, this is the place to make an impact. What we're looking for from you: ESSENTIALS Solid understanding of networking principles (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, switching, VLANS and load balancing) Strong expertise in configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting firewalls e.g. Cisco, Checkpoint, Palo Alto Demonstrable hands-on experience in next-gen firewalls and advancing security features like IPS/IDS, SSL decryption and deep packet inspection. Proven experience in managing secure proxy solutions (e.g. Bluecoat, F5) and the ability to implement policies for content filtering, SSL inspection and network traffic monitoring. In depth knowledge of security protocols such as IPSec, SSL / TLS, VPNs and two factor authentication. Understanding of network architectures and security zones (DMZ, internal networks). Proficient in monitoring technologies e.g. PRTG, Nagios. DESIRABLES Understanding of cyber security capabilities and their integrations to networks infrastructure. Existing knowledge of / aptitude to learn Darktrace Antigena and Respond, Splunk ES or Log Rhythm tools. Strong ability to interpret complex information via use of packet capture in order to identify malicious traffic in detail, revealing attacker behaviours like C2, exploitation, lateral movement, or data exfiltration. Proven ability to review SOC alerting in collaboration with SOC analysts to effectively triage and manage Tier 1 SOC alerts to the appropriate outcome. Experience with LDAP, and application traffic flow root cause analysis. Previous experience to identify root cause from (TBC for review - Demonstrable understanding of the OSI Reference Model and the network communication protocols, including but not limited to DNS, HTTP/S, SSL, SMTP, FTP/S, LDAP/S. Demonstrable experience with Security Information Event Monitoring Tools and/or Network Packet Capture tools). Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.
3rd Line IT Support Engineer Permanent, Full-time Work Location: Portishead, Bristol Salary: Flexible DOE About the Company: Our client is a growing and ambitious Managed Service Provider (MSP) known for delivering high-quality IT services and technical solutions. With a strong reputation for customer excellence, they support businesses in optimising their IT infrastructure, enhancing security, and ensuring seamless connectivity. They are now looking for a talented Senior IT Engineer to join their team and play a crucial role in delivering expert IT support and project solutions to their clients. About The Opportunity: This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Support Engineer to be part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will be working within the Service Desk team to provide high-level 3rd Line IT Support to clients while also leading the design and implementation of IT projects. Your role will involve everything from network management to cloud solutions, security enhancements, and system administration. As a 3rd Line IT Support Engineer in the team, you will have the chance to influence and develop innovative IT strategies for a range of clients, ensuring their IT systems remain secure, efficient, and ahead of the competition. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert 3rd Line IT support to clients across a range of IT disciplines. Lead the design, planning, and delivery of technical projects. Manage and maintain computer networks to ensure seamless connectivity. Implement and administer cloud deployments within Azure and AWS. Configure and manage firewalls, security policies, and DMZ environments. Administer Microsoft Exchange and Office 365 environments. Oversee data backup solutions, business continuity, and disaster recovery strategies. Implement network security measures to protect against cyber threats. Troubleshoot LAN/WAN networks and utilise tools like IPerf and WireShark. Manage and configure network switches, VLANs, and WiFi solutions. Ensure IT systems comply with security best practices, including Cyber Essentials and ISO standards. Your Experience and Skills: You should have hands-on experience and knowledge in: Server Administration Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019, 2022. Active Directory & Entra Full administration and management. DNS & DHCP Configuration and troubleshooting. Cloud Solutions Azure and AWS deployment & management. Cyber Security Network protection, firewall configuration, and compliance with security standards. Network Troubleshooting VLAN setup, switch management, LAN/WAN troubleshooting. Virtualisation Experience with VMware / Hyper-V. IT Project Delivery Proven ability to manage and implement technical projects. Compliance & Best Practices Understanding of Cyber Essentials, PCI, ISO, and other security standards. Desirable Qualifications (or willingness to work towards): Microsoft Certifications (MCP, MCSA). Cisco Certifications (CCNA). Virtualisation Certifications (VMware / Hyper-V). Cloud Certifications (Azure / AWS). Firewall & Networking Certifications (Fortinet, Cisco, SonicWall, Ruckus). If you are a skilled and ambitious IT Support Engineer looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. To apply for the 3rd Line IT Support Engineer role, send your CV today, and we will review it and contact you immediately. We are a recruitment company that specialises in projects and programmes.
Jun 17, 2026
Full time
3rd Line IT Support Engineer Permanent, Full-time Work Location: Portishead, Bristol Salary: Flexible DOE About the Company: Our client is a growing and ambitious Managed Service Provider (MSP) known for delivering high-quality IT services and technical solutions. With a strong reputation for customer excellence, they support businesses in optimising their IT infrastructure, enhancing security, and ensuring seamless connectivity. They are now looking for a talented Senior IT Engineer to join their team and play a crucial role in delivering expert IT support and project solutions to their clients. About The Opportunity: This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced IT Support Engineer to be part of a dynamic and fast-paced environment. You will be working within the Service Desk team to provide high-level 3rd Line IT Support to clients while also leading the design and implementation of IT projects. Your role will involve everything from network management to cloud solutions, security enhancements, and system administration. As a 3rd Line IT Support Engineer in the team, you will have the chance to influence and develop innovative IT strategies for a range of clients, ensuring their IT systems remain secure, efficient, and ahead of the competition. Key Responsibilities: Provide expert 3rd Line IT support to clients across a range of IT disciplines. Lead the design, planning, and delivery of technical projects. Manage and maintain computer networks to ensure seamless connectivity. Implement and administer cloud deployments within Azure and AWS. Configure and manage firewalls, security policies, and DMZ environments. Administer Microsoft Exchange and Office 365 environments. Oversee data backup solutions, business continuity, and disaster recovery strategies. Implement network security measures to protect against cyber threats. Troubleshoot LAN/WAN networks and utilise tools like IPerf and WireShark. Manage and configure network switches, VLANs, and WiFi solutions. Ensure IT systems comply with security best practices, including Cyber Essentials and ISO standards. Your Experience and Skills: You should have hands-on experience and knowledge in: Server Administration Windows Server 2012, 2016, 2019, 2022. Active Directory & Entra Full administration and management. DNS & DHCP Configuration and troubleshooting. Cloud Solutions Azure and AWS deployment & management. Cyber Security Network protection, firewall configuration, and compliance with security standards. Network Troubleshooting VLAN setup, switch management, LAN/WAN troubleshooting. Virtualisation Experience with VMware / Hyper-V. IT Project Delivery Proven ability to manage and implement technical projects. Compliance & Best Practices Understanding of Cyber Essentials, PCI, ISO, and other security standards. Desirable Qualifications (or willingness to work towards): Microsoft Certifications (MCP, MCSA). Cisco Certifications (CCNA). Virtualisation Certifications (VMware / Hyper-V). Cloud Certifications (Azure / AWS). Firewall & Networking Certifications (Fortinet, Cisco, SonicWall, Ruckus). If you are a skilled and ambitious IT Support Engineer looking for a new challenge, we would love to hear from you. To apply for the 3rd Line IT Support Engineer role, send your CV today, and we will review it and contact you immediately. We are a recruitment company that specialises in projects and programmes.
Contract Investment Banking Data and Security Network Engineer - Load Balancing/Proxy/Cisco/Routing As a Data and Security Network Engineer, your qualifications will include: Proven experience (5 years) as a Load Balancing and Proxy Network Engineer. Proven experience (5 years) implementing and configuring Cisco Switches and Routers. Strong proficiency in configuring and managing load balancers (F5 and AVI) and proxies (Skyhigh Web Gateway). In-depth knowledge of network protocols, security principles, and best practices. Experience in troubleshooting and resolving complex network issues. Relevant certifications (eg, F5, AVI, Cisco) will be an advantage. As a Data and Security Network Engineer, your skills will include: Experience with load balancing technologies (F5, AVI) Ability to configure Skyhigh Web Gateway proxies. Strong DMZ architecture and engineering Experience Experience and working knowledge of VPN designs and configuration on Cisco platforms. Experience and working knowledge of BGP and Multicast Working knowledge of DNS Initial 12 month contract (will be extended further) - inside IR35 - candidate must be near Manchester/Liverpool/Stoke/Birmingham (hybrid working) By applying to this job you are sending us your CV, which may contain personal information. Please refer to our Privacy Notice to understand how we process this information. In short, in order to supply you with work finding services, we will hold and process your personal data, and only with your express permission we will share this personal data with a client (or a third party working on behalf of the client) by email or by upload to the Client/third parties vendor management system. By giving us permission to send your CV to a client, this constitutes permission to share the personal data that would be necessary to consider your application, interview you (Phone/video/face to face) and if successful hire you. Scope AT acts as an employment agency for Permanent Recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the Terms and Conditions, Data Protection Policy, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Jun 17, 2026
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Contract Investment Banking Data and Security Network Engineer - Load Balancing/Proxy/Cisco/Routing As a Data and Security Network Engineer, your qualifications will include: Proven experience (5 years) as a Load Balancing and Proxy Network Engineer. Proven experience (5 years) implementing and configuring Cisco Switches and Routers. Strong proficiency in configuring and managing load balancers (F5 and AVI) and proxies (Skyhigh Web Gateway). In-depth knowledge of network protocols, security principles, and best practices. Experience in troubleshooting and resolving complex network issues. Relevant certifications (eg, F5, AVI, Cisco) will be an advantage. As a Data and Security Network Engineer, your skills will include: Experience with load balancing technologies (F5, AVI) Ability to configure Skyhigh Web Gateway proxies. Strong DMZ architecture and engineering Experience Experience and working knowledge of VPN designs and configuration on Cisco platforms. Experience and working knowledge of BGP and Multicast Working knowledge of DNS Initial 12 month contract (will be extended further) - inside IR35 - candidate must be near Manchester/Liverpool/Stoke/Birmingham (hybrid working) By applying to this job you are sending us your CV, which may contain personal information. Please refer to our Privacy Notice to understand how we process this information. In short, in order to supply you with work finding services, we will hold and process your personal data, and only with your express permission we will share this personal data with a client (or a third party working on behalf of the client) by email or by upload to the Client/third parties vendor management system. By giving us permission to send your CV to a client, this constitutes permission to share the personal data that would be necessary to consider your application, interview you (Phone/video/face to face) and if successful hire you. Scope AT acts as an employment agency for Permanent Recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the Terms and Conditions, Data Protection Policy, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Load Balancing Engineer - f5 DNS (GTM), LTM, APM, ASM, FIPS, VMware, tech solutions - CONTRACT Role Overview: The role is within the EMEA Network Engineering team, working on complex technical designs that enable business strategies in accordance with architectural governance, standards and policies. This job facilitates the deployment of Technical Solutions by designing, engineering and implementing configuration across EMEA network infrastructure, along with ensuring Software and Hardware Life Cycle management is implemented on time. Desired Skills Proven experience (5+ years) as a Load Balancing Network Engineer. Proven experience (5+ years) of working with F5 DNS(GTM). Proven Experience (5+ years) of F5 Hardware migration and software upgrade process. Knowledge and experience of working with multiple F5 Modules: LTM, GTM, APM, ASM, SSLO. Knowledge and experience of working with virtual Load Balancers and the supporting infrastructure. Knowledge and experience of working with FIPS modules. Ability to base build and configure Load Balancers to given standards. Knowledge and experience of working with VMware Next Gen Load Balancer (AVI Networks). Knowledge and experience of working with and creating automation scripts. Strong DMZ Infrastructure and Engineering experience. In-depth knowledge of network protocols, security principles, and best practices Working knowledge of DNS and IP Address Management. Network security and compliance. Experience in troubleshooting and resolving complex network issues. Initial 12 month contract (will be extended further) - inside IR35 - candidate must be near Manchester/Liverpool/Stoke/Birmingham (hybrid working) 3 days a week in the office, mandatory By applying to this job you are sending us your CV, which may contain personal information. Please refer to our Privacy Notice to understand how we process this information. In short, in order to supply you with work finding services, we will hold and process your personal data, and only with your express permission we will share this personal data with a client (or a third party working on behalf of the client) by email or by upload to the Client/third parties vendor management system. By giving us permission to send your CV to a client, this constitutes permission to share the personal data that would be necessary to consider your application, interview you (Phone/video/face to face) and if successful hire you. Scope AT acts as an employment agency for Permanent Recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the Terms and Conditions, Data Protection Policy, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
Jun 17, 2026
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Load Balancing Engineer - f5 DNS (GTM), LTM, APM, ASM, FIPS, VMware, tech solutions - CONTRACT Role Overview: The role is within the EMEA Network Engineering team, working on complex technical designs that enable business strategies in accordance with architectural governance, standards and policies. This job facilitates the deployment of Technical Solutions by designing, engineering and implementing configuration across EMEA network infrastructure, along with ensuring Software and Hardware Life Cycle management is implemented on time. Desired Skills Proven experience (5+ years) as a Load Balancing Network Engineer. Proven experience (5+ years) of working with F5 DNS(GTM). Proven Experience (5+ years) of F5 Hardware migration and software upgrade process. Knowledge and experience of working with multiple F5 Modules: LTM, GTM, APM, ASM, SSLO. Knowledge and experience of working with virtual Load Balancers and the supporting infrastructure. Knowledge and experience of working with FIPS modules. Ability to base build and configure Load Balancers to given standards. Knowledge and experience of working with VMware Next Gen Load Balancer (AVI Networks). Knowledge and experience of working with and creating automation scripts. Strong DMZ Infrastructure and Engineering experience. In-depth knowledge of network protocols, security principles, and best practices Working knowledge of DNS and IP Address Management. Network security and compliance. Experience in troubleshooting and resolving complex network issues. Initial 12 month contract (will be extended further) - inside IR35 - candidate must be near Manchester/Liverpool/Stoke/Birmingham (hybrid working) 3 days a week in the office, mandatory By applying to this job you are sending us your CV, which may contain personal information. Please refer to our Privacy Notice to understand how we process this information. In short, in order to supply you with work finding services, we will hold and process your personal data, and only with your express permission we will share this personal data with a client (or a third party working on behalf of the client) by email or by upload to the Client/third parties vendor management system. By giving us permission to send your CV to a client, this constitutes permission to share the personal data that would be necessary to consider your application, interview you (Phone/video/face to face) and if successful hire you. Scope AT acts as an employment agency for Permanent Recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the Terms and Conditions, Data Protection Policy, Privacy Notice and Disclaimers which can be found at our website.
