Manufacturing Data Analytics Leader UK (Hybrid) | Permanent Are you ready to lead data-driven transformation across the UK manufacturing sector? We are looking for a Manufacturing Data Analytics Leader to shape strategy, drive business growth, and deliver impactful analytics solutions for enterprise clients. This is a senior, client-facing role where you will combine data expertise, industry knowledge, and commercial acumen to influence stakeholders and deliver measurable business value. The Opportunity As a trusted advisor to manufacturing clients, you will lead end-to-end data and analytics transformation initiatives -from defining strategy and roadmaps through to solution design and delivery. You will also play a key role in business development and pre-sales , helping to identify opportunities and build compelling propositions. Key Responsibilities Act as a strategic advisor to senior stakeholders and technical teams on data and analytics initiatives Drive business development , identifying and pursuing opportunities to deliver analytics solutions Define data strategies, roadmaps, and transformation programmes aligned to business goals Lead workshops to identify analytics use cases and develop strong business cases Build and present compelling proposals, presentations, and solution approaches to senior audiences Lead and contribute to pre-sales activities , including RFI/RFP responses Deliver data assessments, strategy engagements, and roadmap development Analyse business processes to identify data-driven improvement opportunities Design scalable analytics solutions aligned with modern cloud data platforms Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of initiatives What We're Looking For Proven experience in a leadership role within Data & Analytics Strong experience within the manufacturing/industrial sector Deep expertise in cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP, Snowflake, Databricks) and modern architectures (eg Lakehouse) Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior business stakeholders Experience in pre-sales, consulting, or client-facing roles Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities Ability to manage multiple initiatives and stakeholders in complex environments Desirable Experience Delivery of large-scale data transformation programmes Exposure to AI, machine learning, or advanced analytics in manufacturing Background in consulting or professional services environments What's on Offer Opportunity to lead high-impact transformation programmes across manufacturing Work with a global network of data, cloud, and industry experts A collaborative, innovative, and forward-thinking environment Strong career progression and leadership opportunities Competitive salary and benefits package If you're a data-driven leader with manufacturing expertise and a passion for delivering real business value , we'd love to hear from you.
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
Manufacturing Data Analytics Leader UK (Hybrid) | Permanent Are you ready to lead data-driven transformation across the UK manufacturing sector? We are looking for a Manufacturing Data Analytics Leader to shape strategy, drive business growth, and deliver impactful analytics solutions for enterprise clients. This is a senior, client-facing role where you will combine data expertise, industry knowledge, and commercial acumen to influence stakeholders and deliver measurable business value. The Opportunity As a trusted advisor to manufacturing clients, you will lead end-to-end data and analytics transformation initiatives -from defining strategy and roadmaps through to solution design and delivery. You will also play a key role in business development and pre-sales , helping to identify opportunities and build compelling propositions. Key Responsibilities Act as a strategic advisor to senior stakeholders and technical teams on data and analytics initiatives Drive business development , identifying and pursuing opportunities to deliver analytics solutions Define data strategies, roadmaps, and transformation programmes aligned to business goals Lead workshops to identify analytics use cases and develop strong business cases Build and present compelling proposals, presentations, and solution approaches to senior audiences Lead and contribute to pre-sales activities , including RFI/RFP responses Deliver data assessments, strategy engagements, and roadmap development Analyse business processes to identify data-driven improvement opportunities Design scalable analytics solutions aligned with modern cloud data platforms Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful delivery of initiatives What We're Looking For Proven experience in a leadership role within Data & Analytics Strong experience within the manufacturing/industrial sector Deep expertise in cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP, Snowflake, Databricks) and modern architectures (eg Lakehouse) Demonstrated ability to engage and influence senior business stakeholders Experience in pre-sales, consulting, or client-facing roles Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities Ability to manage multiple initiatives and stakeholders in complex environments Desirable Experience Delivery of large-scale data transformation programmes Exposure to AI, machine learning, or advanced analytics in manufacturing Background in consulting or professional services environments What's on Offer Opportunity to lead high-impact transformation programmes across manufacturing Work with a global network of data, cloud, and industry experts A collaborative, innovative, and forward-thinking environment Strong career progression and leadership opportunities Competitive salary and benefits package If you're a data-driven leader with manufacturing expertise and a passion for delivering real business value , we'd love to hear from you.
DevOps Engineer SC cleared Permanent Flexible AWS Terraform SC Cleared At Peregrine, we re always seeking Specialist Talent that have the ideal mix of skills, experience, and attitude, to place with our vast array of clients. From Business Analysts in large government organisations to Software Developers in the private sector we are always in search of the best talent to place, now. The role: We are seeking an SC cleared DevOps Engineer to work as a forward deployed engineer, embedded within the Cyber Capability Unit. The role will support the design, build and deployment of AI powered solutions that strengthen cyber security and fraud prevention capabilities. You will work closely with engineers, product owners and stakeholders to understand operational needs, develop prototypes and deploy secure, reliable solutions within approved platforms and environments. This role directly supports the Cyber Resilience Centre s mission and contributes to the wider security strategy by delivering practical, governed AI solutions that provide measurable operational value. Responsibilities: Cloud and Platform Integration Design and deploy solutions in AWS cloud environments Use infrastructure as code to ensure repeatable and compliant deployments Ensure all solutions meet organisational governance, security and compliance standards CI/CD and Automation Configure, manage and maintain GitLab CI pipelines Automate testing, build and deployment of infrastructure, applications and services Promote best practice DevOps ways of working across environments Testing and Quality Implement unit, integration and performance testing for all components Ensure solutions are reliable, reproducible and stable across releases Support continuous improvement of testing practices Monitoring and Incident Response Implement observability and monitoring tooling Track system performance and detect anomalies Support incident response, troubleshooting and root cause analysis in live environments Collaboration and Delivery Work closely with engineers, analysts and stakeholders Translate requirements into working technical solutions Support deployment, handover and ongoing optimisation of delivered capabilities Skills & Experience: Active SC clearance Strong experience deploying and operating solutions in AWS Infrastructure as code using Terraform CI/CD pipeline development using GitLab CI Experience with monitoring, logging and alerting tools Understanding of secure DevOps practices in regulated environments Experience working with large data stores or big data platforms Desirable skills: Experience supporting AI or data driven platforms Knowledge of cyber security or fraud prevention domains Experience working within government or critical national infrastructure environments About Peregrine We build workforces that deliver tech and change programmes at leading UK organisations. By combining data science from Peregrine Intelligence, our industry-accredited Peregrine Academy, and market-leading attraction and diversity initiatives, we bridge capability gaps at all levels in public and private sector organisations. We work closely with our clients to understand their challenges and deliver flexible, long-term solutions that make a real difference. When you join Peregrine, you become part of a team that s focused on growth, both yours, our clients , and the sectors we support. You ll also get access to a full range of benefits alongside your salary. How Specialist Talent Works As a permanent employee at Peregrine, you ll be part of our Specialist Talent team. That means you ll work on-site or remotely with our clients, supporting them on complex, high-impact projects in Data, Digital and Business Transformation. You ll get the variety and challenge of consultancy work, with the stability and support of a permanent role. You re not a contractor - you re a valued member of our team, with access to all the same benefits, learning opportunities, and community. Find out more: peregrine.global or check out our LinkedIn page: peregrin e- resourcing
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
DevOps Engineer SC cleared Permanent Flexible AWS Terraform SC Cleared At Peregrine, we re always seeking Specialist Talent that have the ideal mix of skills, experience, and attitude, to place with our vast array of clients. From Business Analysts in large government organisations to Software Developers in the private sector we are always in search of the best talent to place, now. The role: We are seeking an SC cleared DevOps Engineer to work as a forward deployed engineer, embedded within the Cyber Capability Unit. The role will support the design, build and deployment of AI powered solutions that strengthen cyber security and fraud prevention capabilities. You will work closely with engineers, product owners and stakeholders to understand operational needs, develop prototypes and deploy secure, reliable solutions within approved platforms and environments. This role directly supports the Cyber Resilience Centre s mission and contributes to the wider security strategy by delivering practical, governed AI solutions that provide measurable operational value. Responsibilities: Cloud and Platform Integration Design and deploy solutions in AWS cloud environments Use infrastructure as code to ensure repeatable and compliant deployments Ensure all solutions meet organisational governance, security and compliance standards CI/CD and Automation Configure, manage and maintain GitLab CI pipelines Automate testing, build and deployment of infrastructure, applications and services Promote best practice DevOps ways of working across environments Testing and Quality Implement unit, integration and performance testing for all components Ensure solutions are reliable, reproducible and stable across releases Support continuous improvement of testing practices Monitoring and Incident Response Implement observability and monitoring tooling Track system performance and detect anomalies Support incident response, troubleshooting and root cause analysis in live environments Collaboration and Delivery Work closely with engineers, analysts and stakeholders Translate requirements into working technical solutions Support deployment, handover and ongoing optimisation of delivered capabilities Skills & Experience: Active SC clearance Strong experience deploying and operating solutions in AWS Infrastructure as code using Terraform CI/CD pipeline development using GitLab CI Experience with monitoring, logging and alerting tools Understanding of secure DevOps practices in regulated environments Experience working with large data stores or big data platforms Desirable skills: Experience supporting AI or data driven platforms Knowledge of cyber security or fraud prevention domains Experience working within government or critical national infrastructure environments About Peregrine We build workforces that deliver tech and change programmes at leading UK organisations. By combining data science from Peregrine Intelligence, our industry-accredited Peregrine Academy, and market-leading attraction and diversity initiatives, we bridge capability gaps at all levels in public and private sector organisations. We work closely with our clients to understand their challenges and deliver flexible, long-term solutions that make a real difference. When you join Peregrine, you become part of a team that s focused on growth, both yours, our clients , and the sectors we support. You ll also get access to a full range of benefits alongside your salary. How Specialist Talent Works As a permanent employee at Peregrine, you ll be part of our Specialist Talent team. That means you ll work on-site or remotely with our clients, supporting them on complex, high-impact projects in Data, Digital and Business Transformation. You ll get the variety and challenge of consultancy work, with the stability and support of a permanent role. You re not a contractor - you re a valued member of our team, with access to all the same benefits, learning opportunities, and community. Find out more: peregrine.global or check out our LinkedIn page: peregrin e- resourcing
Job title: SC Cleared Solutions Architect Location: Bristol (Remote/Hybrid) Duration: 6 months possible extension Rate: Up to 650 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process Our client, a leading organisation in the defence and aviation sector, is seeking a talented Solutions Architect to support their Information Services division. This is an exciting opportunity to work on large-scale, complex projects within a secure military environment, delivering innovative solutions that meet stringent standards. What you'll be doing: Developing and documenting business requirements, architecture, and design for diverse IT solutions. Ensuring solutions adhere to Babcock technology standards, governance, and ITIL frameworks. Assessing existing software/hardware interfaces and recommending enhancements. Providing technical support, facilitation, and planning to ensure clear understanding of system needs. Collaborating with Enterprise Architects to create and update standards and processes. Supporting bid activities and new business ventures with technical expertise. Managing resourcing and ensuring smooth project delivery through effective process creation and monitoring. What you'll bring: Proven experience in delivering large-scale technical solutions, ideally within the aviation or military sectors. Strong knowledge of Microsoft, Cisco, Oracle, Azure/AWS Cloud, and mobile device management. Technical qualifications such as MCSE, CCNA, or similar. Experience with secure SaaS/PaaS solutions, third-party integrations, and environments aligned with government standards. Familiarity with architectural tools, TOGAF, and Prince II or equivalent management methodologies. Excellent stakeholder management, communication skills, and the ability to work independently under pressure. Security clearance to MOD SC level or higher is essential. Essential Skills Redhat, Kubernetes and Cluster, OpenShift, Docker and Azure. This is a fantastic chance to contribute to critical projects in a dynamic environment. If you're a proactive, adaptable professional with a passion for innovative technology solutions, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join a reputable organisation committed to excellence and security. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Jun 24, 2026
Contractor
Job title: SC Cleared Solutions Architect Location: Bristol (Remote/Hybrid) Duration: 6 months possible extension Rate: Up to 650 per day via an approved umbrella company Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC Clearance process Our client, a leading organisation in the defence and aviation sector, is seeking a talented Solutions Architect to support their Information Services division. This is an exciting opportunity to work on large-scale, complex projects within a secure military environment, delivering innovative solutions that meet stringent standards. What you'll be doing: Developing and documenting business requirements, architecture, and design for diverse IT solutions. Ensuring solutions adhere to Babcock technology standards, governance, and ITIL frameworks. Assessing existing software/hardware interfaces and recommending enhancements. Providing technical support, facilitation, and planning to ensure clear understanding of system needs. Collaborating with Enterprise Architects to create and update standards and processes. Supporting bid activities and new business ventures with technical expertise. Managing resourcing and ensuring smooth project delivery through effective process creation and monitoring. What you'll bring: Proven experience in delivering large-scale technical solutions, ideally within the aviation or military sectors. Strong knowledge of Microsoft, Cisco, Oracle, Azure/AWS Cloud, and mobile device management. Technical qualifications such as MCSE, CCNA, or similar. Experience with secure SaaS/PaaS solutions, third-party integrations, and environments aligned with government standards. Familiarity with architectural tools, TOGAF, and Prince II or equivalent management methodologies. Excellent stakeholder management, communication skills, and the ability to work independently under pressure. Security clearance to MOD SC level or higher is essential. Essential Skills Redhat, Kubernetes and Cluster, OpenShift, Docker and Azure. This is a fantastic chance to contribute to critical projects in a dynamic environment. If you're a proactive, adaptable professional with a passion for innovative technology solutions, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join a reputable organisation committed to excellence and security. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
We have an exciting opportunity for a IT Service Resilience Senior Manager to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast Accountable for translating business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture and operational disaster recovery requirements, and for owning the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers. What you will do The successful candidate should have strong technical hands-on skills in Cloud, infrastructure and applications deployments, along with the ability to translate business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture along with operational disaster recovery requirements. It will be their responsibility to own the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers and internal teams. Key Stakeholders; I&O Support teams & InfoSec Business Continuity Management Regional IT Support team Technical Delivery and Project & Programme Delivery Software vendors and Managed Service Providers Responsibilities; Ownership and leadership execution in the following areas: Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, middleware, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design Lead DR implementation and testing program: design automated DR processes when feasible, schedule regular tests Own operational runbooks, monitoring and incident playbooks aligned to graceful degradation modes; ensure monitoring and SRE/operations practices are aligned to expected degradation behaviors. Coordinate crisis response governance and periodic scenario exercises with crisis response teams, define activation criteria, maintain war room procedures and ensure lessons learned feed back into architecture and DR plans. Run supplier resilience assessments for critical SaaS/third parties using a posture assessment approach; escalate remediation, negotiate contractual improvements or recommend contingencies/alternative sourcing. Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design. Collaborate with enterprise architecture, security/CISO, application owners, BC/operational leads and procurement to embed resilience standards across lifecycle Manage and test application/service tiers to business agreed RTO/RPO and reliability design targets Define and ensure adherence to DR/Resilience programme metrics: frequency of tests, % successful automated DR runs, closure rate for remediation actions identified through testing Manage vendor performance and contractual compliance of vendors agreed operational SLAs and vendor contingency plans validated via tests. Identify and assess IT resilience risks related to system outages, cyber threats and 3rd party dependencies What you will have Experience 10+ years in technology resilience, disaster recovery, or IT operations, with 5+ years in leadership positions managing cross-functional teams. Deep hands-on knowledge of a range of IT environments, SaaS, cloud infrastructure (AWS & Azure), and security tools. Required expertise in ISO 22301, NIST and ITIL Certifications (Preferred): Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), CISSP, CISM, or DRI International certifications Experience of communicating to senior stakeholders and interpreting complex technical solutions to simple language. Exposure of working in both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Personal Ability to anticipate risks and shift from reactive disaster recovery to proactive service resilience, focusing on "prevention by design" Skilled at navigating changing technology environments (e.g. cloud, DevOps) and leading transformation Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills to work with EA, Platform Owners, I&O, InfoSec, Business Continuity, Procurement Proven ability to manage crisis situations, make quick, informed decisions during incidents, and maintain confidence (strategic optimism) within teams Excellent customer-facing skills with a good grasp of key drivers and requirements within the business. Understanding of how technology resilience directly impacts business operations, continuity, and profitability. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a IT Service Resilience Senior Manager to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast Accountable for translating business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture and operational disaster recovery requirements, and for owning the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers. What you will do The successful candidate should have strong technical hands-on skills in Cloud, infrastructure and applications deployments, along with the ability to translate business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture along with operational disaster recovery requirements. It will be their responsibility to own the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers and internal teams. Key Stakeholders; I&O Support teams & InfoSec Business Continuity Management Regional IT Support team Technical Delivery and Project & Programme Delivery Software vendors and Managed Service Providers Responsibilities; Ownership and leadership execution in the following areas: Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, middleware, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design Lead DR implementation and testing program: design automated DR processes when feasible, schedule regular tests Own operational runbooks, monitoring and incident playbooks aligned to graceful degradation modes; ensure monitoring and SRE/operations practices are aligned to expected degradation behaviors. Coordinate crisis response governance and periodic scenario exercises with crisis response teams, define activation criteria, maintain war room procedures and ensure lessons learned feed back into architecture and DR plans. Run supplier resilience assessments for critical SaaS/third parties using a posture assessment approach; escalate remediation, negotiate contractual improvements or recommend contingencies/alternative sourcing. Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design. Collaborate with enterprise architecture, security/CISO, application owners, BC/operational leads and procurement to embed resilience standards across lifecycle Manage and test application/service tiers to business agreed RTO/RPO and reliability design targets Define and ensure adherence to DR/Resilience programme metrics: frequency of tests, % successful automated DR runs, closure rate for remediation actions identified through testing Manage vendor performance and contractual compliance of vendors agreed operational SLAs and vendor contingency plans validated via tests. Identify and assess IT resilience risks related to system outages, cyber threats and 3rd party dependencies What you will have Experience 10+ years in technology resilience, disaster recovery, or IT operations, with 5+ years in leadership positions managing cross-functional teams. Deep hands-on knowledge of a range of IT environments, SaaS, cloud infrastructure (AWS & Azure), and security tools. Required expertise in ISO 22301, NIST and ITIL Certifications (Preferred): Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), CISSP, CISM, or DRI International certifications Experience of communicating to senior stakeholders and interpreting complex technical solutions to simple language. Exposure of working in both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Personal Ability to anticipate risks and shift from reactive disaster recovery to proactive service resilience, focusing on "prevention by design" Skilled at navigating changing technology environments (e.g. cloud, DevOps) and leading transformation Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills to work with EA, Platform Owners, I&O, InfoSec, Business Continuity, Procurement Proven ability to manage crisis situations, make quick, informed decisions during incidents, and maintain confidence (strategic optimism) within teams Excellent customer-facing skills with a good grasp of key drivers and requirements within the business. Understanding of how technology resilience directly impacts business operations, continuity, and profitability. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
We have an exciting opportunity for a IT Service Resilience Senior Manager to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast Accountable for translating business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture and operational disaster recovery requirements, and for owning the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers. What you will do The successful candidate should have strong technical hands-on skills in Cloud, infrastructure and applications deployments, along with the ability to translate business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture along with operational disaster recovery requirements. It will be their responsibility to own the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers and internal teams. Key Stakeholders; I&O Support teams & InfoSec Business Continuity Management Regional IT Support team Technical Delivery and Project & Programme Delivery Software vendors and Managed Service Providers Responsibilities; Ownership and leadership execution in the following areas: Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, middleware, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design Lead DR implementation and testing program: design automated DR processes when feasible, schedule regular tests Own operational runbooks, monitoring and incident playbooks aligned to graceful degradation modes; ensure monitoring and SRE/operations practices are aligned to expected degradation behaviors. Coordinate crisis response governance and periodic scenario exercises with crisis response teams, define activation criteria, maintain war room procedures and ensure lessons learned feed back into architecture and DR plans. Run supplier resilience assessments for critical SaaS/third parties using a posture assessment approach; escalate remediation, negotiate contractual improvements or recommend contingencies/alternative sourcing. Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design. Collaborate with enterprise architecture, security/CISO, application owners, BC/operational leads and procurement to embed resilience standards across lifecycle Manage and test application/service tiers to business agreed RTO/RPO and reliability design targets Define and ensure adherence to DR/Resilience programme metrics: frequency of tests, % successful automated DR runs, closure rate for remediation actions identified through testing Manage vendor performance and contractual compliance of vendors agreed operational SLAs and vendor contingency plans validated via tests. Identify and assess IT resilience risks related to system outages, cyber threats and 3rd party dependencies What you will have Experience 10+ years in technology resilience, disaster recovery, or IT operations, with 5+ years in leadership positions managing cross-functional teams. Deep hands-on knowledge of a range of IT environments, SaaS, cloud infrastructure (AWS & Azure), and security tools. Required expertise in ISO 22301, NIST and ITIL Certifications (Preferred): Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), CISSP, CISM, or DRI International certifications Experience of communicating to senior stakeholders and interpreting complex technical solutions to simple language. Exposure of working in both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Personal Ability to anticipate risks and shift from reactive disaster recovery to proactive service resilience, focusing on "prevention by design" Skilled at navigating changing technology environments (e.g. cloud, DevOps) and leading transformation Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills to work with EA, Platform Owners, I&O, InfoSec, Business Continuity, Procurement Proven ability to manage crisis situations, make quick, informed decisions during incidents, and maintain confidence (strategic optimism) within teams Excellent customer-facing skills with a good grasp of key drivers and requirements within the business. Understanding of how technology resilience directly impacts business operations, continuity, and profitability. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a IT Service Resilience Senior Manager to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast Accountable for translating business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture and operational disaster recovery requirements, and for owning the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers. What you will do The successful candidate should have strong technical hands-on skills in Cloud, infrastructure and applications deployments, along with the ability to translate business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture along with operational disaster recovery requirements. It will be their responsibility to own the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers and internal teams. Key Stakeholders; I&O Support teams & InfoSec Business Continuity Management Regional IT Support team Technical Delivery and Project & Programme Delivery Software vendors and Managed Service Providers Responsibilities; Ownership and leadership execution in the following areas: Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, middleware, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design Lead DR implementation and testing program: design automated DR processes when feasible, schedule regular tests Own operational runbooks, monitoring and incident playbooks aligned to graceful degradation modes; ensure monitoring and SRE/operations practices are aligned to expected degradation behaviors. Coordinate crisis response governance and periodic scenario exercises with crisis response teams, define activation criteria, maintain war room procedures and ensure lessons learned feed back into architecture and DR plans. Run supplier resilience assessments for critical SaaS/third parties using a posture assessment approach; escalate remediation, negotiate contractual improvements or recommend contingencies/alternative sourcing. Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design. Collaborate with enterprise architecture, security/CISO, application owners, BC/operational leads and procurement to embed resilience standards across lifecycle Manage and test application/service tiers to business agreed RTO/RPO and reliability design targets Define and ensure adherence to DR/Resilience programme metrics: frequency of tests, % successful automated DR runs, closure rate for remediation actions identified through testing Manage vendor performance and contractual compliance of vendors agreed operational SLAs and vendor contingency plans validated via tests. Identify and assess IT resilience risks related to system outages, cyber threats and 3rd party dependencies What you will have Experience 10+ years in technology resilience, disaster recovery, or IT operations, with 5+ years in leadership positions managing cross-functional teams. Deep hands-on knowledge of a range of IT environments, SaaS, cloud infrastructure (AWS & Azure), and security tools. Required expertise in ISO 22301, NIST and ITIL Certifications (Preferred): Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), CISSP, CISM, or DRI International certifications Experience of communicating to senior stakeholders and interpreting complex technical solutions to simple language. Exposure of working in both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Personal Ability to anticipate risks and shift from reactive disaster recovery to proactive service resilience, focusing on "prevention by design" Skilled at navigating changing technology environments (e.g. cloud, DevOps) and leading transformation Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills to work with EA, Platform Owners, I&O, InfoSec, Business Continuity, Procurement Proven ability to manage crisis situations, make quick, informed decisions during incidents, and maintain confidence (strategic optimism) within teams Excellent customer-facing skills with a good grasp of key drivers and requirements within the business. Understanding of how technology resilience directly impacts business operations, continuity, and profitability. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
We have an exciting opportunity for a IT Service Resilience Senior Manager to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast Accountable for translating business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture and operational disaster recovery requirements, and for owning the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers. What you will do The successful candidate should have strong technical hands-on skills in Cloud, infrastructure and applications deployments, along with the ability to translate business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture along with operational disaster recovery requirements. It will be their responsibility to own the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers and internal teams. Key Stakeholders; I&O Support teams & InfoSec Business Continuity Management Regional IT Support team Technical Delivery and Project & Programme Delivery Software vendors and Managed Service Providers Responsibilities; Ownership and leadership execution in the following areas: Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, middleware, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design Lead DR implementation and testing program: design automated DR processes when feasible, schedule regular tests Own operational runbooks, monitoring and incident playbooks aligned to graceful degradation modes; ensure monitoring and SRE/operations practices are aligned to expected degradation behaviors. Coordinate crisis response governance and periodic scenario exercises with crisis response teams, define activation criteria, maintain war room procedures and ensure lessons learned feed back into architecture and DR plans. Run supplier resilience assessments for critical SaaS/third parties using a posture assessment approach; escalate remediation, negotiate contractual improvements or recommend contingencies/alternative sourcing. Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design. Collaborate with enterprise architecture, security/CISO, application owners, BC/operational leads and procurement to embed resilience standards across lifecycle Manage and test application/service tiers to business agreed RTO/RPO and reliability design targets Define and ensure adherence to DR/Resilience programme metrics: frequency of tests, % successful automated DR runs, closure rate for remediation actions identified through testing Manage vendor performance and contractual compliance of vendors agreed operational SLAs and vendor contingency plans validated via tests. Identify and assess IT resilience risks related to system outages, cyber threats and 3rd party dependencies What you will have Experience 10+ years in technology resilience, disaster recovery, or IT operations, with 5+ years in leadership positions managing cross-functional teams. Deep hands-on knowledge of a range of IT environments, SaaS, cloud infrastructure (AWS & Azure), and security tools. Required expertise in ISO 22301, NIST and ITIL Certifications (Preferred): Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), CISSP, CISM, or DRI International certifications Experience of communicating to senior stakeholders and interpreting complex technical solutions to simple language. Exposure of working in both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Personal Ability to anticipate risks and shift from reactive disaster recovery to proactive service resilience, focusing on "prevention by design" Skilled at navigating changing technology environments (e.g. cloud, DevOps) and leading transformation Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills to work with EA, Platform Owners, I&O, InfoSec, Business Continuity, Procurement Proven ability to manage crisis situations, make quick, informed decisions during incidents, and maintain confidence (strategic optimism) within teams Excellent customer-facing skills with a good grasp of key drivers and requirements within the business. Understanding of how technology resilience directly impacts business operations, continuity, and profitability. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a IT Service Resilience Senior Manager to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast Accountable for translating business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture and operational disaster recovery requirements, and for owning the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers. What you will do The successful candidate should have strong technical hands-on skills in Cloud, infrastructure and applications deployments, along with the ability to translate business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture along with operational disaster recovery requirements. It will be their responsibility to own the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers and internal teams. Key Stakeholders; I&O Support teams & InfoSec Business Continuity Management Regional IT Support team Technical Delivery and Project & Programme Delivery Software vendors and Managed Service Providers Responsibilities; Ownership and leadership execution in the following areas: Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, middleware, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design Lead DR implementation and testing program: design automated DR processes when feasible, schedule regular tests Own operational runbooks, monitoring and incident playbooks aligned to graceful degradation modes; ensure monitoring and SRE/operations practices are aligned to expected degradation behaviors. Coordinate crisis response governance and periodic scenario exercises with crisis response teams, define activation criteria, maintain war room procedures and ensure lessons learned feed back into architecture and DR plans. Run supplier resilience assessments for critical SaaS/third parties using a posture assessment approach; escalate remediation, negotiate contractual improvements or recommend contingencies/alternative sourcing. Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design. Collaborate with enterprise architecture, security/CISO, application owners, BC/operational leads and procurement to embed resilience standards across lifecycle Manage and test application/service tiers to business agreed RTO/RPO and reliability design targets Define and ensure adherence to DR/Resilience programme metrics: frequency of tests, % successful automated DR runs, closure rate for remediation actions identified through testing Manage vendor performance and contractual compliance of vendors agreed operational SLAs and vendor contingency plans validated via tests. Identify and assess IT resilience risks related to system outages, cyber threats and 3rd party dependencies What you will have Experience 10+ years in technology resilience, disaster recovery, or IT operations, with 5+ years in leadership positions managing cross-functional teams. Deep hands-on knowledge of a range of IT environments, SaaS, cloud infrastructure (AWS & Azure), and security tools. Required expertise in ISO 22301, NIST and ITIL Certifications (Preferred): Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), CISSP, CISM, or DRI International certifications Experience of communicating to senior stakeholders and interpreting complex technical solutions to simple language. Exposure of working in both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Personal Ability to anticipate risks and shift from reactive disaster recovery to proactive service resilience, focusing on "prevention by design" Skilled at navigating changing technology environments (e.g. cloud, DevOps) and leading transformation Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills to work with EA, Platform Owners, I&O, InfoSec, Business Continuity, Procurement Proven ability to manage crisis situations, make quick, informed decisions during incidents, and maintain confidence (strategic optimism) within teams Excellent customer-facing skills with a good grasp of key drivers and requirements within the business. Understanding of how technology resilience directly impacts business operations, continuity, and profitability. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
We have an exciting opportunity for a IT Service Resilience Senior Manager to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast Accountable for translating business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture and operational disaster recovery requirements, and for owning the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers. What you will do The successful candidate should have strong technical hands-on skills in Cloud, infrastructure and applications deployments, along with the ability to translate business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture along with operational disaster recovery requirements. It will be their responsibility to own the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers and internal teams. Key Stakeholders; I&O Support teams & InfoSec Business Continuity Management Regional IT Support team Technical Delivery and Project & Programme Delivery Software vendors and Managed Service Providers Responsibilities; Ownership and leadership execution in the following areas: Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, middleware, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design Lead DR implementation and testing program: design automated DR processes when feasible, schedule regular tests Own operational runbooks, monitoring and incident playbooks aligned to graceful degradation modes; ensure monitoring and SRE/operations practices are aligned to expected degradation behaviors. Coordinate crisis response governance and periodic scenario exercises with crisis response teams, define activation criteria, maintain war room procedures and ensure lessons learned feed back into architecture and DR plans. Run supplier resilience assessments for critical SaaS/third parties using a posture assessment approach; escalate remediation, negotiate contractual improvements or recommend contingencies/alternative sourcing. Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design. Collaborate with enterprise architecture, security/CISO, application owners, BC/operational leads and procurement to embed resilience standards across lifecycle Manage and test application/service tiers to business agreed RTO/RPO and reliability design targets Define and ensure adherence to DR/Resilience programme metrics: frequency of tests, % successful automated DR runs, closure rate for remediation actions identified through testing Manage vendor performance and contractual compliance of vendors agreed operational SLAs and vendor contingency plans validated via tests. Identify and assess IT resilience risks related to system outages, cyber threats and 3rd party dependencies What you will have Experience 10+ years in technology resilience, disaster recovery, or IT operations, with 5+ years in leadership positions managing cross-functional teams. Deep hands-on knowledge of a range of IT environments, SaaS, cloud infrastructure (AWS & Azure), and security tools. Required expertise in ISO 22301, NIST and ITIL Certifications (Preferred): Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), CISSP, CISM, or DRI International certifications Experience of communicating to senior stakeholders and interpreting complex technical solutions to simple language. Exposure of working in both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Personal Ability to anticipate risks and shift from reactive disaster recovery to proactive service resilience, focusing on "prevention by design" Skilled at navigating changing technology environments (e.g. cloud, DevOps) and leading transformation Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills to work with EA, Platform Owners, I&O, InfoSec, Business Continuity, Procurement Proven ability to manage crisis situations, make quick, informed decisions during incidents, and maintain confidence (strategic optimism) within teams Excellent customer-facing skills with a good grasp of key drivers and requirements within the business. Understanding of how technology resilience directly impacts business operations, continuity, and profitability. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a IT Service Resilience Senior Manager to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast Accountable for translating business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture and operational disaster recovery requirements, and for owning the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers. What you will do The successful candidate should have strong technical hands-on skills in Cloud, infrastructure and applications deployments, along with the ability to translate business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture along with operational disaster recovery requirements. It will be their responsibility to own the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers and internal teams. Key Stakeholders; I&O Support teams & InfoSec Business Continuity Management Regional IT Support team Technical Delivery and Project & Programme Delivery Software vendors and Managed Service Providers Responsibilities; Ownership and leadership execution in the following areas: Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, middleware, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design Lead DR implementation and testing program: design automated DR processes when feasible, schedule regular tests Own operational runbooks, monitoring and incident playbooks aligned to graceful degradation modes; ensure monitoring and SRE/operations practices are aligned to expected degradation behaviors. Coordinate crisis response governance and periodic scenario exercises with crisis response teams, define activation criteria, maintain war room procedures and ensure lessons learned feed back into architecture and DR plans. Run supplier resilience assessments for critical SaaS/third parties using a posture assessment approach; escalate remediation, negotiate contractual improvements or recommend contingencies/alternative sourcing. Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design. Collaborate with enterprise architecture, security/CISO, application owners, BC/operational leads and procurement to embed resilience standards across lifecycle Manage and test application/service tiers to business agreed RTO/RPO and reliability design targets Define and ensure adherence to DR/Resilience programme metrics: frequency of tests, % successful automated DR runs, closure rate for remediation actions identified through testing Manage vendor performance and contractual compliance of vendors agreed operational SLAs and vendor contingency plans validated via tests. Identify and assess IT resilience risks related to system outages, cyber threats and 3rd party dependencies What you will have Experience 10+ years in technology resilience, disaster recovery, or IT operations, with 5+ years in leadership positions managing cross-functional teams. Deep hands-on knowledge of a range of IT environments, SaaS, cloud infrastructure (AWS & Azure), and security tools. Required expertise in ISO 22301, NIST and ITIL Certifications (Preferred): Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), CISSP, CISM, or DRI International certifications Experience of communicating to senior stakeholders and interpreting complex technical solutions to simple language. Exposure of working in both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Personal Ability to anticipate risks and shift from reactive disaster recovery to proactive service resilience, focusing on "prevention by design" Skilled at navigating changing technology environments (e.g. cloud, DevOps) and leading transformation Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills to work with EA, Platform Owners, I&O, InfoSec, Business Continuity, Procurement Proven ability to manage crisis situations, make quick, informed decisions during incidents, and maintain confidence (strategic optimism) within teams Excellent customer-facing skills with a good grasp of key drivers and requirements within the business. Understanding of how technology resilience directly impacts business operations, continuity, and profitability. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
We have excellent contract job opportunity for Observability/Monitoring Service Owner - Cloud for our leading client. Role overview Own the technical execution of the Observability solutions, integration of monitoring tools, leveraging the ai capabilities in the NOW platform to manage events of client's Transform products and technical platforms. Contract - 6 months (high potential to extend further) Location - Waterside (UB7 0GB) (2-3 days per week onsite) Pay - attractive daily rate (inside IR35) In this role, you will Leadership and Governance: Lead and own the IT observability, Automation and Autohealing services for IAG Transform. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement in the organisation. Develop and implement policies, process and procedures for observability service. Define standards for logs, event alerts and quality assurance. Establish governance frameworks to ensure consistent and compliant usage of observability tools. Set up technical review gov board for any monitoring solutions to define/validate/endorse monitoring strategies, solutions, demands, etc. Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with established policies and standards. Responsible for providing an observability centre of excellence, own and provide observability solutions to product and platform teams. Innovation and Strategy: Develop strategies to leverage new observability tools and technologies to enhance IT service operations and overall business operations. Lead proof-of-concept initiatives to automation resolution of events and incidents. Introduce and implement new machine learning models and aiops features. Process Improvement: Responsible to identify service optimisation initiatives to mature the overall service. Continuously improve IT and business service availability through effective use of observability and automation tooling. Identify opportunities to automate processes and reduce manual efforts. Optimise metric intelligence. Vendor Management: Manage vendors and partners to provide best in class service to meet IAG requirements. Manage vendor relationships, service-level agreements (SLAs), escalations and CSI plans. Evaluate and select new vendors and tools as needed. Observability Tooling Architecture: Design and oversee the implementation of a comprehensive enterprise observability tooling architecture and strategy that supports ITSM, monitoring, observability, automation, and delivery management. Engage in AiOps project to ensure that the key monitoring tools like Datadog, AWS, Azure monitor, Dynatrace, etc is feeding the right logs and metrics into event mgt module in service now. Optimize observability tooling infrastructure to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance. Ensure that all tools integrate seamlessly with each other and with other enterprise systems. Develop and maintain a roadmap for enterprise tool enhancements and upgrades. Set up business service monitoring dashboards for the critical business services Automation & Autohealing: Own the automation and autohealing service, platforms and tools. Define the automation and autohealing policy, process and procedure. Identify potential use cases for automation and autohealing and take it through the right governance to implement automation playbooks using ansible or any AWS/AZURE native services that seem fit for the use case. Responsible for reduction in manual efforts in service ops and increase in automation. Tool Integration and Optimization: Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of tools across the Enterprise to reduce manual effort and maximise quality and productivity. Define the technical specifications, standards, and policy for technical integration of monitoring tools into ServiceNow/Ansible. Validate the technical architecture of the integration to ensure its fit for use, fit for purpose, its scalable and flexible to meet the demands of measuring business services. Implement best practices, industry standards and frameworks for configuration and usage of observability and automation technology tools. ITSM Tooling: Responsible to identify opportunities to increase the proactive prediction, detection and restoration of events and incidents using machine learning models. Responsible to leverage the aiops, service now to increase the automation of resolution. Design and oversee the implementation of ITSM tooling solutions that support ITIL-aligned processes. Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of ITSM tools with other essential enterprise tools (eg, monitoring, CMDB, service desk, automation tools). Training and Support: Provide training and support to technology staff on the effective use of observability and automation services. Serve as a subject matter expert for enterprise tools and related technologies. Skills Minimum Requirements: Extensive experience (typically 15+ years) in observability and automation technology, tools, service, process with a strong focus on management, effectiveness and architecture. Significant experience in observability and automation architecture and enterprise systems. Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and managing a variety of observability tools such as Cloudwatch, Azure monitor, Datadog, ThousandEyes, etc. Proven expertise in designing, implementing and managing a variety of automation and autohealing tools such as ansible, NextThink and native AWS/Azure services. Experience of integrating with other industry tooling such as ServiceNow, Ansible, Next Think, GitHub, and other DevOps tooling. Experience with industry standard SDLCs including but not limited to Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid, product operating model, etc. Demonstrated ability to integrate and optimize observability tooling across complex IT environments in cloud hosting specifically AWS & Azure, On-Prem and SaaS. Preferred experience with range of cloud native solutions ie Kubernetes monitoring. Experience and knowledge of Service now platform, preferably ITSM/ITOM/AIOps including Metrics intelligence. Experience in defining and owning the event management and automation process. Strong understanding of event correlation, noise reduction techniques which will complement the AIOps, automation and autohealing capabilities. Experience with defining observability, automation and autohealing strategies to increase the coverage and adoption across the landscape. Experience embedding observability, automation and autohealing practices into BAU operations through service design and service operations processes. Additional/Desirable: Strong understanding of ITSM best practices and principles; ITIL certification is preferred. Experience of managing and working with vendors/offshore teams to support day to day activities. Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams and the skill to influence stakeholder decision-making with data-driven insights. Flexibility to adapt to changing organizational requirements, technologies, and methodologies. Excellent communication skills with a capacity to present, discuss and disseminate technical concepts in a business language to multiple audiences. Deep understanding of service value for customers and driving continuous improvement through automation. Initiates and manages change to help shape the future direction of IAG Tech and organisation. Collaborative, open working, resulting in recognition as a valued partner by colleagues, customers and senior stakeholders across the organisation. Clear decision-making ability with the facility to judge complex situations and assess when to escalate issues. Demonstrates a passion for and commitment to continuous personal professional development. Critical Skills: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills specific to a fast-paced, global corporate environment. Robust problem-solving and analytical capabilities. Experience in vendor management and negotiation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey change proposals, document architecture and processes and liaise with stakeholders at all levels. Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and thoroughness.
Jun 24, 2026
Contractor
We have excellent contract job opportunity for Observability/Monitoring Service Owner - Cloud for our leading client. Role overview Own the technical execution of the Observability solutions, integration of monitoring tools, leveraging the ai capabilities in the NOW platform to manage events of client's Transform products and technical platforms. Contract - 6 months (high potential to extend further) Location - Waterside (UB7 0GB) (2-3 days per week onsite) Pay - attractive daily rate (inside IR35) In this role, you will Leadership and Governance: Lead and own the IT observability, Automation and Autohealing services for IAG Transform. Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement in the organisation. Develop and implement policies, process and procedures for observability service. Define standards for logs, event alerts and quality assurance. Establish governance frameworks to ensure consistent and compliant usage of observability tools. Set up technical review gov board for any monitoring solutions to define/validate/endorse monitoring strategies, solutions, demands, etc. Conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with established policies and standards. Responsible for providing an observability centre of excellence, own and provide observability solutions to product and platform teams. Innovation and Strategy: Develop strategies to leverage new observability tools and technologies to enhance IT service operations and overall business operations. Lead proof-of-concept initiatives to automation resolution of events and incidents. Introduce and implement new machine learning models and aiops features. Process Improvement: Responsible to identify service optimisation initiatives to mature the overall service. Continuously improve IT and business service availability through effective use of observability and automation tooling. Identify opportunities to automate processes and reduce manual efforts. Optimise metric intelligence. Vendor Management: Manage vendors and partners to provide best in class service to meet IAG requirements. Manage vendor relationships, service-level agreements (SLAs), escalations and CSI plans. Evaluate and select new vendors and tools as needed. Observability Tooling Architecture: Design and oversee the implementation of a comprehensive enterprise observability tooling architecture and strategy that supports ITSM, monitoring, observability, automation, and delivery management. Engage in AiOps project to ensure that the key monitoring tools like Datadog, AWS, Azure monitor, Dynatrace, etc is feeding the right logs and metrics into event mgt module in service now. Optimize observability tooling infrastructure to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance. Ensure that all tools integrate seamlessly with each other and with other enterprise systems. Develop and maintain a roadmap for enterprise tool enhancements and upgrades. Set up business service monitoring dashboards for the critical business services Automation & Autohealing: Own the automation and autohealing service, platforms and tools. Define the automation and autohealing policy, process and procedure. Identify potential use cases for automation and autohealing and take it through the right governance to implement automation playbooks using ansible or any AWS/AZURE native services that seem fit for the use case. Responsible for reduction in manual efforts in service ops and increase in automation. Tool Integration and Optimization: Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of tools across the Enterprise to reduce manual effort and maximise quality and productivity. Define the technical specifications, standards, and policy for technical integration of monitoring tools into ServiceNow/Ansible. Validate the technical architecture of the integration to ensure its fit for use, fit for purpose, its scalable and flexible to meet the demands of measuring business services. Implement best practices, industry standards and frameworks for configuration and usage of observability and automation technology tools. ITSM Tooling: Responsible to identify opportunities to increase the proactive prediction, detection and restoration of events and incidents using machine learning models. Responsible to leverage the aiops, service now to increase the automation of resolution. Design and oversee the implementation of ITSM tooling solutions that support ITIL-aligned processes. Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of ITSM tools with other essential enterprise tools (eg, monitoring, CMDB, service desk, automation tools). Training and Support: Provide training and support to technology staff on the effective use of observability and automation services. Serve as a subject matter expert for enterprise tools and related technologies. Skills Minimum Requirements: Extensive experience (typically 15+ years) in observability and automation technology, tools, service, process with a strong focus on management, effectiveness and architecture. Significant experience in observability and automation architecture and enterprise systems. Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and managing a variety of observability tools such as Cloudwatch, Azure monitor, Datadog, ThousandEyes, etc. Proven expertise in designing, implementing and managing a variety of automation and autohealing tools such as ansible, NextThink and native AWS/Azure services. Experience of integrating with other industry tooling such as ServiceNow, Ansible, Next Think, GitHub, and other DevOps tooling. Experience with industry standard SDLCs including but not limited to Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid, product operating model, etc. Demonstrated ability to integrate and optimize observability tooling across complex IT environments in cloud hosting specifically AWS & Azure, On-Prem and SaaS. Preferred experience with range of cloud native solutions ie Kubernetes monitoring. Experience and knowledge of Service now platform, preferably ITSM/ITOM/AIOps including Metrics intelligence. Experience in defining and owning the event management and automation process. Strong understanding of event correlation, noise reduction techniques which will complement the AIOps, automation and autohealing capabilities. Experience with defining observability, automation and autohealing strategies to increase the coverage and adoption across the landscape. Experience embedding observability, automation and autohealing practices into BAU operations through service design and service operations processes. Additional/Desirable: Strong understanding of ITSM best practices and principles; ITIL certification is preferred. Experience of managing and working with vendors/offshore teams to support day to day activities. Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams and the skill to influence stakeholder decision-making with data-driven insights. Flexibility to adapt to changing organizational requirements, technologies, and methodologies. Excellent communication skills with a capacity to present, discuss and disseminate technical concepts in a business language to multiple audiences. Deep understanding of service value for customers and driving continuous improvement through automation. Initiates and manages change to help shape the future direction of IAG Tech and organisation. Collaborative, open working, resulting in recognition as a valued partner by colleagues, customers and senior stakeholders across the organisation. Clear decision-making ability with the facility to judge complex situations and assess when to escalate issues. Demonstrates a passion for and commitment to continuous personal professional development. Critical Skills: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills specific to a fast-paced, global corporate environment. Robust problem-solving and analytical capabilities. Experience in vendor management and negotiation. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey change proposals, document architecture and processes and liaise with stakeholders at all levels. Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and thoroughness.
Technical Lead Job | East Kilbride/Hybrid | Permanent | JavaScript, TypeScript Location: East Kilbride/Glasgow (Hybrid) Salary: £70K - £80K PA Flexible, DOE About the Client: Our client is a well-established, product-led technology business delivering advanced software solutions within a highly transaction-driven environment. Operating across the UK and internationally, they specialise in building scalable platforms that power large-scale, real-world applications. With a strong reputation for innovation, technical excellence, and long-standing customer partnerships, the organisation continues to invest heavily in modern technologies, cloud-native solutions, and in-house engineering capability. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team where engineering plays a central role in driving business outcomes and product evolution. The Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will be an experienced Technical Lead with a strong foundation in hands-on software engineering and a proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams. They will be confident making technical decisions, driving delivery, and improving engineering standards across the board. A proactive and solution-focused mindset is key, along with the ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate effectively across product, QA, and DevOps functions. This individual will be equally comfortable contributing to code as they are shaping architecture, mentoring engineers, and ensuring best practices are consistently applied. Key Responsibilities & Requirements: Must Have: Strong commercial experience developing production-grade applications using JavaScript/TypeScript Solid background in Java and associated technologies (J2EE, JSP, etc.) Experience building modern web applications using React and Next.js Proven track record in a Technical Lead (or similar) role with team leadership responsibility Hands-on experience designing and delivering cloud-native solutions within AWS (including infrastructure deployment) Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployment practices Ability to design scalable, secure, and resilient systems Experience producing and reviewing technical architecture and solution designs Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and full software development life cycle Experience driving code quality, testing, and best practice engineering standards Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skills Desirable: Experience working with payment systems or within regulated environments To apply for this Technical Lead permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
Technical Lead Job | East Kilbride/Hybrid | Permanent | JavaScript, TypeScript Location: East Kilbride/Glasgow (Hybrid) Salary: £70K - £80K PA Flexible, DOE About the Client: Our client is a well-established, product-led technology business delivering advanced software solutions within a highly transaction-driven environment. Operating across the UK and internationally, they specialise in building scalable platforms that power large-scale, real-world applications. With a strong reputation for innovation, technical excellence, and long-standing customer partnerships, the organisation continues to invest heavily in modern technologies, cloud-native solutions, and in-house engineering capability. This is an opportunity to join a collaborative and forward-thinking team where engineering plays a central role in driving business outcomes and product evolution. The Ideal Candidate: The ideal candidate will be an experienced Technical Lead with a strong foundation in hands-on software engineering and a proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams. They will be confident making technical decisions, driving delivery, and improving engineering standards across the board. A proactive and solution-focused mindset is key, along with the ability to influence stakeholders and collaborate effectively across product, QA, and DevOps functions. This individual will be equally comfortable contributing to code as they are shaping architecture, mentoring engineers, and ensuring best practices are consistently applied. Key Responsibilities & Requirements: Must Have: Strong commercial experience developing production-grade applications using JavaScript/TypeScript Solid background in Java and associated technologies (J2EE, JSP, etc.) Experience building modern web applications using React and Next.js Proven track record in a Technical Lead (or similar) role with team leadership responsibility Hands-on experience designing and delivering cloud-native solutions within AWS (including infrastructure deployment) Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployment practices Ability to design scalable, secure, and resilient systems Experience producing and reviewing technical architecture and solution designs Strong understanding of Agile methodologies and full software development life cycle Experience driving code quality, testing, and best practice engineering standards Excellent communication and stakeholder collaboration skills Desirable: Experience working with payment systems or within regulated environments To apply for this Technical Lead permanent job, please click the button below and submit your latest CV. Curo Services endeavours to respond to all applications, however this may not always be possible during periods of high volume. Thank you for your patience. Curo Services is a trading name of Curo Resourcing Ltd and acts as an Employment Business for contract and temporary recruitment as well as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies.
We have an exciting opportunity for a IT Service Resilience Senior Manager to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast Accountable for translating business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture and operational disaster recovery requirements, and for owning the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers. What you will do The successful candidate should have strong technical hands-on skills in Cloud, infrastructure and applications deployments, along with the ability to translate business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture along with operational disaster recovery requirements. It will be their responsibility to own the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers and internal teams. Key Stakeholders; I&O Support teams & InfoSec Business Continuity Management Regional IT Support team Technical Delivery and Project & Programme Delivery Software vendors and Managed Service Providers Responsibilities; Ownership and leadership execution in the following areas: Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, middleware, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design Lead DR implementation and testing program: design automated DR processes when feasible, schedule regular tests Own operational runbooks, monitoring and incident playbooks aligned to graceful degradation modes; ensure monitoring and SRE/operations practices are aligned to expected degradation behaviors. Coordinate crisis response governance and periodic scenario exercises with crisis response teams, define activation criteria, maintain war room procedures and ensure lessons learned feed back into architecture and DR plans. Run supplier resilience assessments for critical SaaS/third parties using a posture assessment approach; escalate remediation, negotiate contractual improvements or recommend contingencies/alternative sourcing. Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design. Collaborate with enterprise architecture, security/CISO, application owners, BC/operational leads and procurement to embed resilience standards across lifecycle Manage and test application/service tiers to business agreed RTO/RPO and reliability design targets Define and ensure adherence to DR/Resilience programme metrics: frequency of tests, % successful automated DR runs, closure rate for remediation actions identified through testing Manage vendor performance and contractual compliance of vendors agreed operational SLAs and vendor contingency plans validated via tests. Identify and assess IT resilience risks related to system outages, cyber threats and 3rd party dependencies What you will have Experience 10+ years in technology resilience, disaster recovery, or IT operations, with 5+ years in leadership positions managing cross-functional teams. Deep hands-on knowledge of a range of IT environments, SaaS, cloud infrastructure (AWS & Azure), and security tools. Required expertise in ISO 22301, NIST and ITIL Certifications (Preferred): Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), CISSP, CISM, or DRI International certifications Experience of communicating to senior stakeholders and interpreting complex technical solutions to simple language. Exposure of working in both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Personal Ability to anticipate risks and shift from reactive disaster recovery to proactive service resilience, focusing on "prevention by design" Skilled at navigating changing technology environments (e.g. cloud, DevOps) and leading transformation Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills to work with EA, Platform Owners, I&O, InfoSec, Business Continuity, Procurement Proven ability to manage crisis situations, make quick, informed decisions during incidents, and maintain confidence (strategic optimism) within teams Excellent customer-facing skills with a good grasp of key drivers and requirements within the business. Understanding of how technology resilience directly impacts business operations, continuity, and profitability. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
We have an exciting opportunity for a IT Service Resilience Senior Manager to join our IT team, based in A&O Shearman's Belfast office. Information Technology team - Belfast Accountable for translating business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture and operational disaster recovery requirements, and for owning the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers. What you will do The successful candidate should have strong technical hands-on skills in Cloud, infrastructure and applications deployments, along with the ability to translate business continuity and availability requirements into technical enterprise architecture along with operational disaster recovery requirements. It will be their responsibility to own the program of resilience and recovery testing across applications, SaaS and third party providers and internal teams. Key Stakeholders; I&O Support teams & InfoSec Business Continuity Management Regional IT Support team Technical Delivery and Project & Programme Delivery Software vendors and Managed Service Providers Responsibilities; Ownership and leadership execution in the following areas: Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, middleware, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design Lead DR implementation and testing program: design automated DR processes when feasible, schedule regular tests Own operational runbooks, monitoring and incident playbooks aligned to graceful degradation modes; ensure monitoring and SRE/operations practices are aligned to expected degradation behaviors. Coordinate crisis response governance and periodic scenario exercises with crisis response teams, define activation criteria, maintain war room procedures and ensure lessons learned feed back into architecture and DR plans. Run supplier resilience assessments for critical SaaS/third parties using a posture assessment approach; escalate remediation, negotiate contractual improvements or recommend contingencies/alternative sourcing. Develop and maintain dependency maps that capture application, cloud services, data flows and third party dependencies to identify single points of failure and inform resilience design. Collaborate with enterprise architecture, security/CISO, application owners, BC/operational leads and procurement to embed resilience standards across lifecycle Manage and test application/service tiers to business agreed RTO/RPO and reliability design targets Define and ensure adherence to DR/Resilience programme metrics: frequency of tests, % successful automated DR runs, closure rate for remediation actions identified through testing Manage vendor performance and contractual compliance of vendors agreed operational SLAs and vendor contingency plans validated via tests. Identify and assess IT resilience risks related to system outages, cyber threats and 3rd party dependencies What you will have Experience 10+ years in technology resilience, disaster recovery, or IT operations, with 5+ years in leadership positions managing cross-functional teams. Deep hands-on knowledge of a range of IT environments, SaaS, cloud infrastructure (AWS & Azure), and security tools. Required expertise in ISO 22301, NIST and ITIL Certifications (Preferred): Certified Business Continuity Professional (CBCP), CISSP, CISM, or DRI International certifications Experience of communicating to senior stakeholders and interpreting complex technical solutions to simple language. Exposure of working in both Agile and Waterfall delivery methodologies. Personal Ability to anticipate risks and shift from reactive disaster recovery to proactive service resilience, focusing on "prevention by design" Skilled at navigating changing technology environments (e.g. cloud, DevOps) and leading transformation Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills to work with EA, Platform Owners, I&O, InfoSec, Business Continuity, Procurement Proven ability to manage crisis situations, make quick, informed decisions during incidents, and maintain confidence (strategic optimism) within teams Excellent customer-facing skills with a good grasp of key drivers and requirements within the business. Understanding of how technology resilience directly impacts business operations, continuity, and profitability. What we can offer you We recognise that our people are our most valuable asset, which is reflected in the wide range of benefits that are available to our employees. Some of these benefits include: our occupational pension scheme, group income protection cover, private medical insurance, mental health resources and free apps, health and wellbeing services encompassing GP service, emergency back-up care support, parental and special leave, holiday entitlement increasing with length of service, holiday trading, online discounts and lifestyle management services. We recognise the value of flexible working and embrace hybrid working, so that we can learn, grow and succeed together. Should you require additional support at any stage of the recruitment process due to a disability or a health condition, please do not hesitate to contact a member of our recruitment team who will work with you to provide any adjustments as required. We are an equal opportunities recruiter and do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or any other protected characteristic. NO AGENCIES PLEASE - A&O Shearman does not accept unsolicited CVs. For further information, please see our UK Recruitment Agency Policy and our commitment to direct sourcing here . About A&O Shearman A&O Shearman is a new global industry-leading law firm, with nearly 50 offices in 29 countries worldwide. Our fluency in English law, US law, and the laws of the world's most dynamic markets, enables us to provide unmatched insight and seamless delivery to clients. We work on challenging and important deals and disputes that have the potential to shape the future. We offer exceptional opportunities for our people; opportunities to work for the world's leading businesses; to transform the status quo, and to deliver your best work, helping you and your career to thrive, while delivering unparalleled outcomes for our clients. Whether you're helping clients solve complex challenges, transforming the ways we manage our business, or ensuring the smooth-running of our operations, this is an environment where you can belong and excel. We provide first-rate training and development, we are committed to an inclusive environment, and we provide support and ways of working that help you optimise your wellbeing. What truly defines a career with us? We recruit the best and ask for the best of you. And together, we will redefine success.
Group IT Manager Tamworth (5 days on-site) 60,000 - 70,000 + Holiday + Pension Are you an experienced IT leader looking to take full ownership of a multi-site infrastructure environment while shaping the long-term technology strategy of a growing international organisation? You will oversee day-to-day IT operations including networks, servers, and cloud platforms, while also leading key projects such as system upgrades, migrations, and infrastructure improvements. Alongside this, you will manage vendors, budgets, and service delivery, ensuring a high-performing and customer-focused IT function. The ideal candidate will possess broad technical expertise across enterprise infrastructure technologies, including Microsoft 365, Azure AD/Entra ID, Intune, Windows Server, VMware, alongside cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, and GCP. They will have strong networking knowledge covering Cisco, Fortinet, and Ruckus environments, WAN connectivity, network security, backup and disaster recovery solutions, and wider cybersecurity and compliance practices. The role also involves leading and developing a team of skilled engineers and Helpdesk staff, promoting a collaborative culture and driving continuous improvement across the department. This position offers the opportunity to influence technology direction while working within a modern and evolving IT landscape. The Role: Lead IT infrastructure operations across multiple global sites Manage and mentor a team including Helpdesk and 3rd Line Engineers Oversee networks, servers, cloud platforms, and security protocols Deliver infrastructure projects including upgrades and migrations Manage IT budget, vendors, and service level agreements The Person: Proven experience in an Infrastructure Manager or similar leadership role Strong networking and systems knowledge (Cisco, Fortinet, Microsoft stack, cloud platforms) Experience managing teams and driving service improvements Strong understanding of IT security, backup, and disaster recovery Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) 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.
Jun 24, 2026
Full time
Group IT Manager Tamworth (5 days on-site) 60,000 - 70,000 + Holiday + Pension Are you an experienced IT leader looking to take full ownership of a multi-site infrastructure environment while shaping the long-term technology strategy of a growing international organisation? You will oversee day-to-day IT operations including networks, servers, and cloud platforms, while also leading key projects such as system upgrades, migrations, and infrastructure improvements. Alongside this, you will manage vendors, budgets, and service delivery, ensuring a high-performing and customer-focused IT function. The ideal candidate will possess broad technical expertise across enterprise infrastructure technologies, including Microsoft 365, Azure AD/Entra ID, Intune, Windows Server, VMware, alongside cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, and GCP. They will have strong networking knowledge covering Cisco, Fortinet, and Ruckus environments, WAN connectivity, network security, backup and disaster recovery solutions, and wider cybersecurity and compliance practices. The role also involves leading and developing a team of skilled engineers and Helpdesk staff, promoting a collaborative culture and driving continuous improvement across the department. This position offers the opportunity to influence technology direction while working within a modern and evolving IT landscape. The Role: Lead IT infrastructure operations across multiple global sites Manage and mentor a team including Helpdesk and 3rd Line Engineers Oversee networks, servers, cloud platforms, and security protocols Deliver infrastructure projects including upgrades and migrations Manage IT budget, vendors, and service level agreements The Person: Proven experience in an Infrastructure Manager or similar leadership role Strong networking and systems knowledge (Cisco, Fortinet, Microsoft stack, cloud platforms) Experience managing teams and driving service improvements Strong understanding of IT security, backup, and disaster recovery Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Reference Number: BBBH(phone number removed) 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.
3 Month intiial contract, scope for extension Inside IR35, (Apply online only) a day Location: Southampton - 2 x a week on site Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Platform Engineer with strong DevOps leadership capability to support the design, delivery and continuous improvement of secure, scalable and resilient cloud platforms across Azure and AWS environments. The role will focus on building and governing cloud architecture patterns, landing zones, infrastructure standards and automation practices, while working closely with engineering, security, product and delivery teams. The successful candidate will provide manager-level technical leadership across DevOps, cloud platforms, Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD, networking, security, observability and reliability engineering. They will help shape enterprise-scale transformation, hybrid cloud strategy and platform services aligned to the Azure Well-Architected Framework, ensuring solutions are robust, cost-effective and operationally ready. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, delivery and evolution of cloud platform architecture, DevOps operating models, landing zones, guardrails and engineering standards across Azure and AWS. Provide technical oversight across cloud infrastructure, networking, compute, storage, identity, security and platform services. Develop, review and govern Infrastructure as Code standards using Terraform, ARM, Bicep and Ansible, including reusable modules, state management and deployment pipelines. Lead CI/CD practices using Azure DevOps, Jenkins and GitLab, ensuring reliable, secure and repeatable platform deployments across multiple environments. Assess and implement platform improvements including provider upgrades, disaster recovery, high availability, resilience, monitoring, observability and cost optimisation. Lead technical design activities for platform refactoring, environment creation, container platform access, identity integration and secure connectivity. Support cloud networking and security patterns including private connectivity, access control, edge services, WAF, CDN and Zero Trust principles. Collaborate with delivery teams, security, shared services and product groups to ensure platform designs are aligned, governed and fit for purpose. Review technical documentation, design decisions and RFCs to ensure quality, consistency and architectural compliance. Promote engineering best practice across automation, observability, reliability, performance, operational readiness and Azure Well-Architected Framework principles. Required Skills and Experience 10+ years' experience in DevOps, cloud engineering, platform engineering or cloud architecture roles, ideally including manager-level technical leadership. Deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure services, including networking, App Services, Functions, API Management, container registries, VNets, Private Endpoints, identity and security. Strong experience working across AWS, Azure and/or hybrid cloud environments, with the ability to design scalable, secure and governed multi-cloud platforms. Strong hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools including Terraform, ARM, Bicep and Ansible, covering module development, pipelines and state management. Strong understanding of CI/CD practices using tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab and GitHub Actions. Experience with container platforms and Kubernetes-based architectures, ideally including Azure Kubernetes Service. Strong understanding of cloud networking, security architecture, disaster recovery, high availability, monitoring, logging, autoscaling and observability using tools such as Grafana and Prometheus. Proficient in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Python, Shell and Groovy to reduce manual effort and improve platform reliability. Experience designing and implementing Azure Landing Zones aligned to the Azure Well-Architected Framework, including governance, identity, security, networking and operational controls. Working knowledge of edge, traffic management and security services such as Cloudflare, CDN and WAF technologies. Ability to translate complex technical requirements into clear, practical platform designs and engineering standards. Excellent stakeholder management, communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams.
Jun 24, 2026
Contractor
3 Month intiial contract, scope for extension Inside IR35, (Apply online only) a day Location: Southampton - 2 x a week on site Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Platform Engineer with strong DevOps leadership capability to support the design, delivery and continuous improvement of secure, scalable and resilient cloud platforms across Azure and AWS environments. The role will focus on building and governing cloud architecture patterns, landing zones, infrastructure standards and automation practices, while working closely with engineering, security, product and delivery teams. The successful candidate will provide manager-level technical leadership across DevOps, cloud platforms, Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD, networking, security, observability and reliability engineering. They will help shape enterprise-scale transformation, hybrid cloud strategy and platform services aligned to the Azure Well-Architected Framework, ensuring solutions are robust, cost-effective and operationally ready. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, delivery and evolution of cloud platform architecture, DevOps operating models, landing zones, guardrails and engineering standards across Azure and AWS. Provide technical oversight across cloud infrastructure, networking, compute, storage, identity, security and platform services. Develop, review and govern Infrastructure as Code standards using Terraform, ARM, Bicep and Ansible, including reusable modules, state management and deployment pipelines. Lead CI/CD practices using Azure DevOps, Jenkins and GitLab, ensuring reliable, secure and repeatable platform deployments across multiple environments. Assess and implement platform improvements including provider upgrades, disaster recovery, high availability, resilience, monitoring, observability and cost optimisation. Lead technical design activities for platform refactoring, environment creation, container platform access, identity integration and secure connectivity. Support cloud networking and security patterns including private connectivity, access control, edge services, WAF, CDN and Zero Trust principles. Collaborate with delivery teams, security, shared services and product groups to ensure platform designs are aligned, governed and fit for purpose. Review technical documentation, design decisions and RFCs to ensure quality, consistency and architectural compliance. Promote engineering best practice across automation, observability, reliability, performance, operational readiness and Azure Well-Architected Framework principles. Required Skills and Experience 10+ years' experience in DevOps, cloud engineering, platform engineering or cloud architecture roles, ideally including manager-level technical leadership. Deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure services, including networking, App Services, Functions, API Management, container registries, VNets, Private Endpoints, identity and security. Strong experience working across AWS, Azure and/or hybrid cloud environments, with the ability to design scalable, secure and governed multi-cloud platforms. Strong hands-on experience with Infrastructure as Code tools including Terraform, ARM, Bicep and Ansible, covering module development, pipelines and state management. Strong understanding of CI/CD practices using tools such as Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab and GitHub Actions. Experience with container platforms and Kubernetes-based architectures, ideally including Azure Kubernetes Service. Strong understanding of cloud networking, security architecture, disaster recovery, high availability, monitoring, logging, autoscaling and observability using tools such as Grafana and Prometheus. Proficient in scripting and automation using PowerShell, Python, Shell and Groovy to reduce manual effort and improve platform reliability. Experience designing and implementing Azure Landing Zones aligned to the Azure Well-Architected Framework, including governance, identity, security, networking and operational controls. Working knowledge of edge, traffic management and security services such as Cloudflare, CDN and WAF technologies. Ability to translate complex technical requirements into clear, practical platform designs and engineering standards. Excellent stakeholder management, communication and collaboration skills across technical and non-technical teams.
Job Title: Solution Architect - Adobe Martech (AEP Stack) Location: Manchester (4 days on site per week) Salary/Rate: (Apply online only) per day inside IR35 Start Date: July Job Type: Initial contract until 25/12/2026 Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Solution Architect with Adobe Martech/AEP experience to join their team within asset management on a hybrid basis. Job Responsibilities/Objectives We are seeking a Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of our clients Adobe Martech ecosystem, with a focus on Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), Real-Time Customer Data Platform (RTCDP), and Adobe Journey Optimizer (AJO). The role will be responsible for defining scalable architecture, enabling real-time customer data capabilities, and ensuring alignment with enterprise standards. Lead end-to-end solution architecture for Adobe Martech platforms (AEP, RTCDP, AJO). Define data architecture, ingestion patterns, and activation frameworks across channels. Translate business requirements into scalable architecture, data models, and integration designs. Design and govern identity management, segmentation, consent, and profile strategy. Collaborate with stakeholders across marketing, data, and technology teams to define solutions. Ensure alignment with data governance, privacy, and security standards. Define integration patterns with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems, data lakes, and external platforms. Lead architecture reviews, design approvals, and risk mitigation planning. Provide technical leadership during delivery, including design validation and troubleshooting. Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Strong experience in Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), Real-Time Customer Data Platform (RTCDP), and Adobe Journey Optimizer (AJO). Proven expertise in Martech architecture within financial services or regulated environments. Deep understanding of Customer Data Platforms (CDP), identity resolution, and segmentation. Experience designing real-time and batch data pipelines. Knowledge of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), cloud data platforms, and enterprise integration. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable Skills/Experience Although not essential, the following skills are desired by the client: Experience with Adobe Campaign, Adobe Analytics, and Adobe Target. Exposure to cloud platforms (Amazon Web Services (AWS) / Microsoft Azure). Knowledge of data governance and regulatory requirements (General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), consent frameworks If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
Jun 24, 2026
Contractor
Job Title: Solution Architect - Adobe Martech (AEP Stack) Location: Manchester (4 days on site per week) Salary/Rate: (Apply online only) per day inside IR35 Start Date: July Job Type: Initial contract until 25/12/2026 Company Introduction We have an exciting opportunity now available with one of our sector-leading consultancy clients! They are currently looking for a skilled Solution Architect with Adobe Martech/AEP experience to join their team within asset management on a hybrid basis. Job Responsibilities/Objectives We are seeking a Solution Architect to lead the design and implementation of our clients Adobe Martech ecosystem, with a focus on Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), Real-Time Customer Data Platform (RTCDP), and Adobe Journey Optimizer (AJO). The role will be responsible for defining scalable architecture, enabling real-time customer data capabilities, and ensuring alignment with enterprise standards. Lead end-to-end solution architecture for Adobe Martech platforms (AEP, RTCDP, AJO). Define data architecture, ingestion patterns, and activation frameworks across channels. Translate business requirements into scalable architecture, data models, and integration designs. Design and govern identity management, segmentation, consent, and profile strategy. Collaborate with stakeholders across marketing, data, and technology teams to define solutions. Ensure alignment with data governance, privacy, and security standards. Define integration patterns with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems, data lakes, and external platforms. Lead architecture reviews, design approvals, and risk mitigation planning. Provide technical leadership during delivery, including design validation and troubleshooting. Required Skills/Experience The ideal candidate will have the following: Strong experience in Adobe Experience Platform (AEP), Real-Time Customer Data Platform (RTCDP), and Adobe Journey Optimizer (AJO). Proven expertise in Martech architecture within financial services or regulated environments. Deep understanding of Customer Data Platforms (CDP), identity resolution, and segmentation. Experience designing real-time and batch data pipelines. Knowledge of Application Programming Interfaces (APIs), cloud data platforms, and enterprise integration. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Desirable Skills/Experience Although not essential, the following skills are desired by the client: Experience with Adobe Campaign, Adobe Analytics, and Adobe Target. Exposure to cloud platforms (Amazon Web Services (AWS) / Microsoft Azure). Knowledge of data governance and regulatory requirements (General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), consent frameworks If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format. Disclaimer Notwithstanding any guidelines given to level of experience sought, we will consider candidates from outside this range if they can demonstrate the necessary competencies. Square One is acting as both an employment agency and an employment business, and is an equal opportunities recruitment business. Square One embraces diversity and will treat everyone equally. Please see our website for our full diversity statement.
Solutions Architect Are you security focused, like working in a client facing environment delivering security Solutions? Looking for an Architect to join an amazing highly talented team. Delivery cutting-edge, high security solutions for a successful, established MSP. As the architect you will design end to end solutions that address clients needs. Developing detailed architecture diagrams, technical specifications and implementation plans ro guide solution delivery. Developed detailed technical proposals and solutions in response to customer RFI s & RFPs. You will understand business requirements, technical challenges and security considerations and translate into technical specifications. Collaborating with sales, project management and engineering teams. Leading workshops, presentations and presentations to showcase solutions and gain buy in from stakeholders. Always identifying the best solutions for client requirements and evaluating security posture and compliance, ensuring regulatory standards. Involved in solutions implementations and integration. Provide technical oversight and support through implementation. Continuous improvement, identify opportunities for innovation & enhancements to existing solutions. Mentoring and coaching team members. Bachelor s in computer science or similar with certs in security such as; CISSP, TOGAF, CCSP and would suit someone with ITIL4. Solution design, modelling tools, enterprise architecture frameworks, cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), Virtualization, networking, cyber security tools. You will have a successful track record of designing and delivering complex technology soltins in security, working with cross functional teams, secure messaging, file sharing, video conferencing, information assurance. Excellent communication & presentation skills, to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Must be SC cleared or able to obtain SC and eventually DV clearance.
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Solutions Architect Are you security focused, like working in a client facing environment delivering security Solutions? Looking for an Architect to join an amazing highly talented team. Delivery cutting-edge, high security solutions for a successful, established MSP. As the architect you will design end to end solutions that address clients needs. Developing detailed architecture diagrams, technical specifications and implementation plans ro guide solution delivery. Developed detailed technical proposals and solutions in response to customer RFI s & RFPs. You will understand business requirements, technical challenges and security considerations and translate into technical specifications. Collaborating with sales, project management and engineering teams. Leading workshops, presentations and presentations to showcase solutions and gain buy in from stakeholders. Always identifying the best solutions for client requirements and evaluating security posture and compliance, ensuring regulatory standards. Involved in solutions implementations and integration. Provide technical oversight and support through implementation. Continuous improvement, identify opportunities for innovation & enhancements to existing solutions. Mentoring and coaching team members. Bachelor s in computer science or similar with certs in security such as; CISSP, TOGAF, CCSP and would suit someone with ITIL4. Solution design, modelling tools, enterprise architecture frameworks, cloud (AWS, Azure, GCP), Virtualization, networking, cyber security tools. You will have a successful track record of designing and delivering complex technology soltins in security, working with cross functional teams, secure messaging, file sharing, video conferencing, information assurance. Excellent communication & presentation skills, to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Must be SC cleared or able to obtain SC and eventually DV clearance.
Mainframe Modernization Architect We are looking for an experienced Mainframe Modernization Architect to support a large-scale enterprise transformation program focused on migrating legacy mainframe applications to a modern cloud-based environment. Key Skills & Experience Strong experience with Rocket Software Enterprise Server (formerly Micro Focus Enterprise Server), Enterprise Developer, and Enterprise Analyzer. Proven expertise in COBOL replatforming and mainframe modernization initiatives. Hands-on experience with DB2 (z/OS and LUW), data migration, and Precisely CDC. Strong AWS knowledge with AWS Solution Architect Associate certification (or higher). Experience with IBM MQ/Amazon MQ and job scheduling tools such as Control-M. Knowledge of security migration and governance, including RACF-to-LDAP migration, AWS KMS, and Security Hub. Experience leading architecture and delivery across complex multi-vendor enterprise programs. Key Responsibilities Install, configure, and administer Rocket Enterprise Server and Enterprise Developer environments. Set up and manage CICS and batch processing regions. Configure and maintain VSAM file emulation and file handlers. Manage AWS infrastructure, including EC2, EBS, and FSx services. Support cloud migration, modernization, integration, and operational readiness activities. Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance throughout the modernization lifecycle.
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Mainframe Modernization Architect We are looking for an experienced Mainframe Modernization Architect to support a large-scale enterprise transformation program focused on migrating legacy mainframe applications to a modern cloud-based environment. Key Skills & Experience Strong experience with Rocket Software Enterprise Server (formerly Micro Focus Enterprise Server), Enterprise Developer, and Enterprise Analyzer. Proven expertise in COBOL replatforming and mainframe modernization initiatives. Hands-on experience with DB2 (z/OS and LUW), data migration, and Precisely CDC. Strong AWS knowledge with AWS Solution Architect Associate certification (or higher). Experience with IBM MQ/Amazon MQ and job scheduling tools such as Control-M. Knowledge of security migration and governance, including RACF-to-LDAP migration, AWS KMS, and Security Hub. Experience leading architecture and delivery across complex multi-vendor enterprise programs. Key Responsibilities Install, configure, and administer Rocket Enterprise Server and Enterprise Developer environments. Set up and manage CICS and batch processing regions. Configure and maintain VSAM file emulation and file handlers. Manage AWS infrastructure, including EC2, EBS, and FSx services. Support cloud migration, modernization, integration, and operational readiness activities. Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance throughout the modernization lifecycle.
AWS Data Solution Architect Location: UK Wide (Hybrid Working - our clients has base offices UK-Wide) Salary: Up to 110,000 Base Salary + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Package Security Clearance: Must be eligible for SC Clearance Shape the Future of Data, Analytics & AI We're partnering with a leading global technology consultancy to recruit an experienced AWS Data Solution Architect . This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in designing and delivering modern, enterprise-scale data platforms that enable advanced analytics, AI, GenAI, and data-driven decision making across some of the UK's most complex and high-profile environments. You'll work alongside highly skilled architects, engineers, and data specialists, helping organisations transform their data capabilities using cutting-edge AWS technologies and modern cloud architectures. The Opportunity As an AWS Data Solution Architect, you will take ownership of end-to-end solution design, translating business requirements into scalable, secure, and governed cloud data platforms. You'll lead architecture decisions, shape delivery roadmaps, and provide technical leadership across large-scale transformation programmes. Key Responsibilities Design and architect modern AWS data platforms supporting analytics, AI/ML and GenAI initiatives. Build scalable data integration and ingestion frameworks using AWS Glue, Step Functions, EventBridge and DMS. Design secure lakehouse and data warehouse solutions leveraging Amazon S3, AWS Lake Formation, Redshift and Athena. Enable AI and machine learning capabilities through governed, feature-ready datasets and integration with AWS AI services. Lead platform governance, metadata management, lineage and data quality initiatives. Define AWS multi-account operating models, landing zones, security guardrails and environment strategies. Drive platform performance, scalability, resilience and cost optimisation. Implement CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure-as-Code using AWS CDK, CloudFormation or Terraform. Lead cloud migration and modernisation programmes from legacy data estates to modern AWS architectures. Collaborate with stakeholders, engineers, data scientists and delivery teams to ensure successful outcomes. Desirable Experience Public sector delivery experience. Experience supporting AI, Machine Learning and GenAI initiatives. AWS certifications such as: AWS Certified Solutions Architect AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate AWS Certified Security - Speciality Experience with: Terraform AWS CDK CloudFormation AWS CodePipeline AWS CodeBuild Git-based CI/CD workflows Security Clearance Requirements To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must be eligible to obtain Security Check (SC) Clearance . This typically requires continuous UK residency for the previous five years, alongside meeting other government security clearance criteria. Apply Now If you're passionate about designing next-generation AWS data platforms and want to work on impactful programmes that leverage analytics, AI and cloud innovation at scale, we'd love to hear from you.
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
AWS Data Solution Architect Location: UK Wide (Hybrid Working - our clients has base offices UK-Wide) Salary: Up to 110,000 Base Salary + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Package Security Clearance: Must be eligible for SC Clearance Shape the Future of Data, Analytics & AI We're partnering with a leading global technology consultancy to recruit an experienced AWS Data Solution Architect . This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in designing and delivering modern, enterprise-scale data platforms that enable advanced analytics, AI, GenAI, and data-driven decision making across some of the UK's most complex and high-profile environments. You'll work alongside highly skilled architects, engineers, and data specialists, helping organisations transform their data capabilities using cutting-edge AWS technologies and modern cloud architectures. The Opportunity As an AWS Data Solution Architect, you will take ownership of end-to-end solution design, translating business requirements into scalable, secure, and governed cloud data platforms. You'll lead architecture decisions, shape delivery roadmaps, and provide technical leadership across large-scale transformation programmes. Key Responsibilities Design and architect modern AWS data platforms supporting analytics, AI/ML and GenAI initiatives. Build scalable data integration and ingestion frameworks using AWS Glue, Step Functions, EventBridge and DMS. Design secure lakehouse and data warehouse solutions leveraging Amazon S3, AWS Lake Formation, Redshift and Athena. Enable AI and machine learning capabilities through governed, feature-ready datasets and integration with AWS AI services. Lead platform governance, metadata management, lineage and data quality initiatives. Define AWS multi-account operating models, landing zones, security guardrails and environment strategies. Drive platform performance, scalability, resilience and cost optimisation. Implement CI/CD pipelines and Infrastructure-as-Code using AWS CDK, CloudFormation or Terraform. Lead cloud migration and modernisation programmes from legacy data estates to modern AWS architectures. Collaborate with stakeholders, engineers, data scientists and delivery teams to ensure successful outcomes. Desirable Experience Public sector delivery experience. Experience supporting AI, Machine Learning and GenAI initiatives. AWS certifications such as: AWS Certified Solutions Architect AWS Certified Data Engineer - Associate AWS Certified Security - Speciality Experience with: Terraform AWS CDK CloudFormation AWS CodePipeline AWS CodeBuild Git-based CI/CD workflows Security Clearance Requirements To be considered for this opportunity, candidates must be eligible to obtain Security Check (SC) Clearance . This typically requires continuous UK residency for the previous five years, alongside meeting other government security clearance criteria. Apply Now If you're passionate about designing next-generation AWS data platforms and want to work on impactful programmes that leverage analytics, AI and cloud innovation at scale, we'd love to hear from you.
Senior Cyber Security Engineer (Contract) Location: East London (Local Council) Rate: 500 per day (Umbrella) Duration: 6 months Working Pattern: Hybrid - 1-3 days per week onsite (depending on project needs) The Opportunity We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cyber Security Engineer to support a Local Council in East London. This role is critical in maximising the value of a newly established outsourced Security Operations Centre (SOC) partnership, ensuring effective integration, optimisation, and knowledge transfer across the internal team. Following a recent team departure, this position will provide senior-level technical leadership to enhance security operations, strengthen internal capability, and drive forward cyber resilience. Key Responsibilities Lead deployment, configuration, and optimisation of endpoint protection using CrowdStrike Falcon Collaborate with SOC partner to design and enhance Splunk dashboards, alerts, and data models Act as escalation point for high-severity incidents, driving rapid detection and response Develop SOAR workflows to automate and streamline security operations Conduct proactive threat hunting to identify hidden risks Upskill internal teams in CrowdStrike, Splunk, and security analysis best practices Required Experience 5+ years in Cyber Security Engineering or SOC (Tier 3) roles Strong hands-on expertise with CrowdStrike (Falcon Prevent, Insight, Discover) Advanced Splunk skills, including SPL and Enterprise Security (ES) Solid understanding of networking, cloud security (AWS/Azure), and MITRE ATT&CK Experience in vulnerability assessment (desirable) Exposure to penetration testing and web application security (desirable) Qualifications Cyber security certifications (e.g. Security+, CySA+, CISSP, GCIH, CCSP) CrowdStrike certifications (e.g. CCFA, CCFR, CCSE) - preferred Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Engineer - required Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Jun 23, 2026
Contractor
Senior Cyber Security Engineer (Contract) Location: East London (Local Council) Rate: 500 per day (Umbrella) Duration: 6 months Working Pattern: Hybrid - 1-3 days per week onsite (depending on project needs) The Opportunity We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Cyber Security Engineer to support a Local Council in East London. This role is critical in maximising the value of a newly established outsourced Security Operations Centre (SOC) partnership, ensuring effective integration, optimisation, and knowledge transfer across the internal team. Following a recent team departure, this position will provide senior-level technical leadership to enhance security operations, strengthen internal capability, and drive forward cyber resilience. Key Responsibilities Lead deployment, configuration, and optimisation of endpoint protection using CrowdStrike Falcon Collaborate with SOC partner to design and enhance Splunk dashboards, alerts, and data models Act as escalation point for high-severity incidents, driving rapid detection and response Develop SOAR workflows to automate and streamline security operations Conduct proactive threat hunting to identify hidden risks Upskill internal teams in CrowdStrike, Splunk, and security analysis best practices Required Experience 5+ years in Cyber Security Engineering or SOC (Tier 3) roles Strong hands-on expertise with CrowdStrike (Falcon Prevent, Insight, Discover) Advanced Splunk skills, including SPL and Enterprise Security (ES) Solid understanding of networking, cloud security (AWS/Azure), and MITRE ATT&CK Experience in vulnerability assessment (desirable) Exposure to penetration testing and web application security (desirable) Qualifications Cyber security certifications (e.g. Security+, CySA+, CISSP, GCIH, CCSP) CrowdStrike certifications (e.g. CCFA, CCFR, CCSE) - preferred Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Engineer - required Eden Brown is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. Eden Brown is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Senior QAT Analyst Remote 440 per day inside ir35 6 months duration Active SC clearance required We are currently seeking an experienced Senior QA Test Analyst to join a high-profile digital transformation programme within a secure government environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a quality-focused professional who thrives in complex technical environments and enjoys working closely with both technical teams and business stakeholders to deliver robust, high-quality solutions. You'll play a key role in shaping testing strategies, driving quality assurance best practices, and ensuring critical services meet both functional and non-functional requirements. What You'll Be Doing Leading the design, development and execution of comprehensive test plans and test cases. Ensuring quality is embedded throughout the software delivery lifecycle. Working with stakeholders to understand business requirements and identify quality risks. Managing, reporting and driving the resolution of defects across multiple teams. Analysing defect trends and recommending improvements to testing and quality approaches. Developing and implementing test strategies, plans and quality assurance processes. Influencing teams to adopt best practices and promote shared ownership of quality. Supporting complex stakeholder discussions and managing expectations across technical and non-technical audiences. Identifying and escalating risks, dependencies and issues while contributing to mitigation plans. Driving continuous improvement through data-led insights and testing metrics. Technical Environment You will be working within a cloud-hosted environment that includes: AWS (Amazon Web Services) SQL-driven validation and metadata frameworks Java Spring Boot applications AWS Cognito Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions Government authentication and access management integrations What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience working as a Senior QA Analyst, Test Analyst or QA Lead. Strong SQL skills, including data validation, analysis and testing of complex business rules. Experience testing applications hosted within AWS environments. Excellent understanding of test design, execution and defect management processes. Experience working in Agile delivery environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience identifying quality risks and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies. Active SC Clearance. Desirable Experience Experience with Spring Boot applications. Knowledge of AWS Cognito and authentication solutions. Experience working with Identity and Access Management (IAM) platforms. Previous experience delivering within government or highly regulated environments. Understanding of RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) frameworks.
Jun 23, 2026
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Senior QAT Analyst Remote 440 per day inside ir35 6 months duration Active SC clearance required We are currently seeking an experienced Senior QA Test Analyst to join a high-profile digital transformation programme within a secure government environment. This is an exciting opportunity for a quality-focused professional who thrives in complex technical environments and enjoys working closely with both technical teams and business stakeholders to deliver robust, high-quality solutions. You'll play a key role in shaping testing strategies, driving quality assurance best practices, and ensuring critical services meet both functional and non-functional requirements. What You'll Be Doing Leading the design, development and execution of comprehensive test plans and test cases. Ensuring quality is embedded throughout the software delivery lifecycle. Working with stakeholders to understand business requirements and identify quality risks. Managing, reporting and driving the resolution of defects across multiple teams. Analysing defect trends and recommending improvements to testing and quality approaches. Developing and implementing test strategies, plans and quality assurance processes. Influencing teams to adopt best practices and promote shared ownership of quality. Supporting complex stakeholder discussions and managing expectations across technical and non-technical audiences. Identifying and escalating risks, dependencies and issues while contributing to mitigation plans. Driving continuous improvement through data-led insights and testing metrics. Technical Environment You will be working within a cloud-hosted environment that includes: AWS (Amazon Web Services) SQL-driven validation and metadata frameworks Java Spring Boot applications AWS Cognito Identity and Access Management (IAM) solutions Government authentication and access management integrations What We're Looking For Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience working as a Senior QA Analyst, Test Analyst or QA Lead. Strong SQL skills, including data validation, analysis and testing of complex business rules. Experience testing applications hosted within AWS environments. Excellent understanding of test design, execution and defect management processes. Experience working in Agile delivery environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage technical and non-technical stakeholders. Experience identifying quality risks and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies. Active SC Clearance. Desirable Experience Experience with Spring Boot applications. Knowledge of AWS Cognito and authentication solutions. Experience working with Identity and Access Management (IAM) platforms. Previous experience delivering within government or highly regulated environments. Understanding of RBAC (Role-Based Access Control) frameworks.
C# Senior Software Developer - Onsite My client is seeking a talented C# Senior Software Developer to join their Preston-based team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead projects, mentor junior developers, and work on high-impact, secure banking solutions. You will be a key contributor to web portal and API development, ensuring performance, security, and reliability in a dynamic environment. This role is ideal for developers with strong technical expertise who are looking to grow into leadership or team management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain web portals using ASP.NET MVC / .NET Core Design and integrate REST APIs with internal and third-party services Implement secure authentication mechanisms (JWT, OAuth2, API Keys) Connect applications to relational databases using Entity Framework Core (DbContext, LINQ, Migrations) Debug and trace request flows from UI Controller API Database Response Maintain and publish API documentation via Swagger / OpenAPI Ensure API security, reliability, and performance (error handling, retry logic, logging, timeouts, CORS) Collaborate with database, infrastructure, and QA teams for portal and API releases Participate in code reviews, version control, and CI/CD deployment workflows Required Technical Skills C# (strong proficiency) ASP.NET MVC or .NET Core Web API MVC concepts: Routing, Controllers, Filters, Middleware, Model Binding, Dependency Injection Entity Framework Core (DbContext, DbSet, OnModelCreating, LINQ) and ADO.NET/Raw SQL experience MS SQL Server or MySQL database experience HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript REST API expertise and integration (HttpClient, RestSharp, JSON serialization/deserialization, CORS, HTTPS, API security) Git version control and CI/CD workflows (Azure DevOps, GitLab CI preferred) Hosting experience with IIS or Kestrel Docker basics (preferred but not mandatory) Preferred/Bonus Skills Experience with fintech or payments API integration Cloud services (Azure, AWS) hosting basics Webhooks and event-based APIs Structured logging tools (Splunk, ELK, App Insights) Performance optimization and API rate-handling Why Join My Client Be part of a pioneering fintech/secure banking technology company Opportunity to mentor and lead junior developers Work in a supportive, collaborative, and technically driven environment Gain experience in high-security, mission-critical software projects Interested? Please Click Apply Now! C# Senior Software Developer
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
C# Senior Software Developer - Onsite My client is seeking a talented C# Senior Software Developer to join their Preston-based team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead projects, mentor junior developers, and work on high-impact, secure banking solutions. You will be a key contributor to web portal and API development, ensuring performance, security, and reliability in a dynamic environment. This role is ideal for developers with strong technical expertise who are looking to grow into leadership or team management responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Develop and maintain web portals using ASP.NET MVC / .NET Core Design and integrate REST APIs with internal and third-party services Implement secure authentication mechanisms (JWT, OAuth2, API Keys) Connect applications to relational databases using Entity Framework Core (DbContext, LINQ, Migrations) Debug and trace request flows from UI Controller API Database Response Maintain and publish API documentation via Swagger / OpenAPI Ensure API security, reliability, and performance (error handling, retry logic, logging, timeouts, CORS) Collaborate with database, infrastructure, and QA teams for portal and API releases Participate in code reviews, version control, and CI/CD deployment workflows Required Technical Skills C# (strong proficiency) ASP.NET MVC or .NET Core Web API MVC concepts: Routing, Controllers, Filters, Middleware, Model Binding, Dependency Injection Entity Framework Core (DbContext, DbSet, OnModelCreating, LINQ) and ADO.NET/Raw SQL experience MS SQL Server or MySQL database experience HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript REST API expertise and integration (HttpClient, RestSharp, JSON serialization/deserialization, CORS, HTTPS, API security) Git version control and CI/CD workflows (Azure DevOps, GitLab CI preferred) Hosting experience with IIS or Kestrel Docker basics (preferred but not mandatory) Preferred/Bonus Skills Experience with fintech or payments API integration Cloud services (Azure, AWS) hosting basics Webhooks and event-based APIs Structured logging tools (Splunk, ELK, App Insights) Performance optimization and API rate-handling Why Join My Client Be part of a pioneering fintech/secure banking technology company Opportunity to mentor and lead junior developers Work in a supportive, collaborative, and technically driven environment Gain experience in high-security, mission-critical software projects Interested? Please Click Apply Now! C# Senior Software Developer
Systems Operation Engineer Norwich - Hybrid 45,000 - 50,000 + Holidays + Career progression + Short working week + Employee Discount Benefits + Great working Culture + Hybrid Working Are you a technically strong Systems & Operations Engineer looking to take ownership of mission-critical systems, acting as the technical authority across cloud, on-prem and front-end platforms in a 24/7 operational environment? This role sits at the heart of service reliability, where you will diagnose and resolve complex, high-impact incidents across applications, infrastructure and cloud services. Acting as the senior escalation point, you will lead third-line support activities, prevent recurring issues through root cause analysis, and support the delivery of always-on services. You will work across modern technologies including AWS, Azure, Linux, Windows, APIs and serverless platforms, collaborating closely with internal teams and external suppliers. Alongside hands-on technical problem-solving, you will mentor junior technicians, contribute to documentation, and help drive continuous improvement across systems and processes. This is a permanent role offering strong technical ownership, hybrid working, and the opportunity to make a real impact on critical services used nationwide. The Role: Act as the third-line escalation point for complex system and application issues Diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve high-impact incidents across cloud and on-prem environments Support 24/7 service delivery, including participation in out-of-hours cover Perform root cause analysis and implement long-term fixes Support new technology deployments and infrastructure improvements The Person Good experience in a third-line IT support or operations role Strong knowledge of Linux, AWS and modern cloud-based systems Programming experience with JavaScript, Python, React and Node Confident working within ITIL frameworks and controls Clear communicator with technical and non-technical stakeholders 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.
Jun 23, 2026
Full time
Systems Operation Engineer Norwich - Hybrid 45,000 - 50,000 + Holidays + Career progression + Short working week + Employee Discount Benefits + Great working Culture + Hybrid Working Are you a technically strong Systems & Operations Engineer looking to take ownership of mission-critical systems, acting as the technical authority across cloud, on-prem and front-end platforms in a 24/7 operational environment? This role sits at the heart of service reliability, where you will diagnose and resolve complex, high-impact incidents across applications, infrastructure and cloud services. Acting as the senior escalation point, you will lead third-line support activities, prevent recurring issues through root cause analysis, and support the delivery of always-on services. You will work across modern technologies including AWS, Azure, Linux, Windows, APIs and serverless platforms, collaborating closely with internal teams and external suppliers. Alongside hands-on technical problem-solving, you will mentor junior technicians, contribute to documentation, and help drive continuous improvement across systems and processes. This is a permanent role offering strong technical ownership, hybrid working, and the opportunity to make a real impact on critical services used nationwide. The Role: Act as the third-line escalation point for complex system and application issues Diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve high-impact incidents across cloud and on-prem environments Support 24/7 service delivery, including participation in out-of-hours cover Perform root cause analysis and implement long-term fixes Support new technology deployments and infrastructure improvements The Person Good experience in a third-line IT support or operations role Strong knowledge of Linux, AWS and modern cloud-based systems Programming experience with JavaScript, Python, React and Node Confident working within ITIL frameworks and controls Clear communicator with technical and non-technical stakeholders 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.
