Cyber Security SOC Analyst London - Hybrid working (3 days in office / 2 days remote) 30k- 36k + Benefits and Paid Training Exams towards certifications relevant for your role fully paid for! Candidates must be either a UK Citizen / EU Settled Status or ILR Status (Indefinate Leave to Remain) to be considered for this role. My client will not accept Post Study Visa candidates or candidates that require sponsership. My client is an award winning London based MSP who are looking to hire a Cyber Security SOC Analyst. As a Cyber Security SOC Support Analyst, you will be primarily responsible for monitoring systems and making the initial response to any flags or alerts that come in via support tickets or telephone tickets. One of the key responsibilities is also to review and categorise potential threats in order of priority and dismiss any false alarms, whilst also gathering information and escalating the most urgent threats to Escalations Management Team. Cyber Security SOC Analyst Job Specifications: Provide triage and first line of defence for all cyber security incidents within the organisation and as part of our Managed Security Service Take ownership and provide remedial actions to ensure that Cyber Security Threats are mitigated as per Playbooks provided by the Cyber Security Team or escalate incidents to Escalations Management Team for further information/support Manage technical and stakeholder incident reporting via concise communications Manage client communication channels during an active incident Liaise with third party service suppliers where necessary, logging tickets and act as a central point of contact for active incident Provide operational support to wider Cyber Security Team on security incidents Provide a professional and customer-focused service through the life cycle of each ticket; manage customer expectations by keeping customer informed of progress. Cyber Security SOC Analyst Essential Experience: Preference given to candidates with MSP background Minimum 1 years proven experience in a Tier 1 Cyber Security SOC Support Analyst role Working knowledge of Microsoft Defender XDR and Microsoft Sentinel SIEM technologies Working knowledge of Microsoft Defender suite including Endpoint Detection and Response Understanding of key Microsoft 365 Cloud Technologies from a threat landscape perspective Cyber Security SOC Analyst Essential Certification: Candidates should hold one of the following certifications: GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) CREST Registered Intrusion Analyst (CR IA) eLearnSecurity Certified Digital Forensics Professional (ECDFP) EC-Council Certified Incident Handler (ECIH) Cyber Security SOC Analyst Personal Skills: Highly Motivated Can do attitude Attention to detail Excellent communication Proven client service skills Ability to work under pressure Willingness to work flexibly as required Good telephone etiquette Cyber Security SOC Analyst Benefits Hours: 7.5 hours a day on a fortnightly shift pattern (8am to 4.30pm or 9am to 5.30pm or 9.30am to 6pm) Holidays: 20 days per year, plus bank holidays. After 3 years continuous service, an extra day annual leave up to 25 days. Benefits: Competitive Package Offered - Gym membership, Vitality at Work Business rewards & benefits, Cycle to Work scheme, quarterly team nights out/events, monthly games night with pizzas and breakfast on Wednesdays! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Cyber Security SOC Analyst London - Hybrid working (3 days in office / 2 days remote) 30k- 36k + Benefits and Paid Training Exams towards certifications relevant for your role fully paid for! Candidates must be either a UK Citizen / EU Settled Status or ILR Status (Indefinate Leave to Remain) to be considered for this role. My client will not accept Post Study Visa candidates or candidates that require sponsership. My client is an award winning London based MSP who are looking to hire a Cyber Security SOC Analyst. As a Cyber Security SOC Support Analyst, you will be primarily responsible for monitoring systems and making the initial response to any flags or alerts that come in via support tickets or telephone tickets. One of the key responsibilities is also to review and categorise potential threats in order of priority and dismiss any false alarms, whilst also gathering information and escalating the most urgent threats to Escalations Management Team. Cyber Security SOC Analyst Job Specifications: Provide triage and first line of defence for all cyber security incidents within the organisation and as part of our Managed Security Service Take ownership and provide remedial actions to ensure that Cyber Security Threats are mitigated as per Playbooks provided by the Cyber Security Team or escalate incidents to Escalations Management Team for further information/support Manage technical and stakeholder incident reporting via concise communications Manage client communication channels during an active incident Liaise with third party service suppliers where necessary, logging tickets and act as a central point of contact for active incident Provide operational support to wider Cyber Security Team on security incidents Provide a professional and customer-focused service through the life cycle of each ticket; manage customer expectations by keeping customer informed of progress. Cyber Security SOC Analyst Essential Experience: Preference given to candidates with MSP background Minimum 1 years proven experience in a Tier 1 Cyber Security SOC Support Analyst role Working knowledge of Microsoft Defender XDR and Microsoft Sentinel SIEM technologies Working knowledge of Microsoft Defender suite including Endpoint Detection and Response Understanding of key Microsoft 365 Cloud Technologies from a threat landscape perspective Cyber Security SOC Analyst Essential Certification: Candidates should hold one of the following certifications: GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) CREST Registered Intrusion Analyst (CR IA) eLearnSecurity Certified Digital Forensics Professional (ECDFP) EC-Council Certified Incident Handler (ECIH) Cyber Security SOC Analyst Personal Skills: Highly Motivated Can do attitude Attention to detail Excellent communication Proven client service skills Ability to work under pressure Willingness to work flexibly as required Good telephone etiquette Cyber Security SOC Analyst Benefits Hours: 7.5 hours a day on a fortnightly shift pattern (8am to 4.30pm or 9am to 5.30pm or 9.30am to 6pm) Holidays: 20 days per year, plus bank holidays. After 3 years continuous service, an extra day annual leave up to 25 days. Benefits: Competitive Package Offered - Gym membership, Vitality at Work Business rewards & benefits, Cycle to Work scheme, quarterly team nights out/events, monthly games night with pizzas and breakfast on Wednesdays! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business. We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.
Senior SOC Analyst Bristol (Hybrid) £58,620 Package 24/7 Shift Pattern Permanent Nights / Weekends / Bank Holidays all worked from home. Day Shifts on Tuesdays and Thursday all worked from home. We're recruiting multiple Senior Cyber Security Analysts to join a BRAND NEW growing Security Operations team within a leading international technology and cyber security provider. This is far more than a traditional SOC role. You'll be involved in incident response, threat hunting, vulnerability management, detection engineering and proactive cyber defence activities across a modern Microsoft security environment. What You'll Be Doing Investigating and managing security incidents end-to-end Monitoring security events across cloud, endpoint, identity and network environments Threat hunting and proactive security investigations Querying and analysing data using KQL within Microsoft Sentinel Working with Microsoft Defender XDR technologies Supporting vulnerability management and security posture improvements Detection engineering, alert tuning and security tooling optimisation Producing technical reports and recommendations Supporting governance and compliance requirements Technology Environment Microsoft Sentinel Microsoft Defender XDR Defender for Endpoint Defender for Cloud Defender for Identity Defender for Cloud Apps Microsoft Intune Qualys AttackIQ XM Cyber We're Interested In Candidates with experience in: SOC Operations Security Monitoring Incident Response Threat Hunting Cyber Defence Vulnerability Management Security Operations Engineering You may currently be working as a: Senior SOC Analyst SOC Analyst Cyber Security Analyst Security Analyst Security Operations Analyst Incident Response Analyst Blue Team Analyst Experience with Microsoft Sentinel, KQL and the wider Microsoft security ecosystem would be highly advantageous. Package £48,654.60 base salary £9,965.40 shift allowance 4 on / 4 off 12-hour shifts Hybrid working Home-based night shifts Private medical cover Enhanced pension Life assurance Industry certifications and training Genuine career progression A fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected cyber security organisation supporting enterprise-scale environments and operating at the forefront of modern security operations.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Senior SOC Analyst Bristol (Hybrid) £58,620 Package 24/7 Shift Pattern Permanent Nights / Weekends / Bank Holidays all worked from home. Day Shifts on Tuesdays and Thursday all worked from home. We're recruiting multiple Senior Cyber Security Analysts to join a BRAND NEW growing Security Operations team within a leading international technology and cyber security provider. This is far more than a traditional SOC role. You'll be involved in incident response, threat hunting, vulnerability management, detection engineering and proactive cyber defence activities across a modern Microsoft security environment. What You'll Be Doing Investigating and managing security incidents end-to-end Monitoring security events across cloud, endpoint, identity and network environments Threat hunting and proactive security investigations Querying and analysing data using KQL within Microsoft Sentinel Working with Microsoft Defender XDR technologies Supporting vulnerability management and security posture improvements Detection engineering, alert tuning and security tooling optimisation Producing technical reports and recommendations Supporting governance and compliance requirements Technology Environment Microsoft Sentinel Microsoft Defender XDR Defender for Endpoint Defender for Cloud Defender for Identity Defender for Cloud Apps Microsoft Intune Qualys AttackIQ XM Cyber We're Interested In Candidates with experience in: SOC Operations Security Monitoring Incident Response Threat Hunting Cyber Defence Vulnerability Management Security Operations Engineering You may currently be working as a: Senior SOC Analyst SOC Analyst Cyber Security Analyst Security Analyst Security Operations Analyst Incident Response Analyst Blue Team Analyst Experience with Microsoft Sentinel, KQL and the wider Microsoft security ecosystem would be highly advantageous. Package £48,654.60 base salary £9,965.40 shift allowance 4 on / 4 off 12-hour shifts Hybrid working Home-based night shifts Private medical cover Enhanced pension Life assurance Industry certifications and training Genuine career progression A fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected cyber security organisation supporting enterprise-scale environments and operating at the forefront of modern security operations.
Senior SOC Analyst London (Hybrid) £58,620 Package 24/7 Shift Pattern Permanent Nights / Weekends / Bank Holidays all worked from home. Day Shifts on Tuesdays and Thursday all worked from home. We're recruiting multiple Senior Cyber Security Analysts to join a BRAND NEW growing Security Operations team within a leading international technology and cyber security provider. This is far more than a traditional SOC role. You'll be involved in incident response, threat hunting, vulnerability management, detection engineering and proactive cyber defence activities across a modern Microsoft security environment. What You'll Be Doing Investigating and managing security incidents end-to-end Monitoring security events across cloud, endpoint, identity and network environments Threat hunting and proactive security investigations Querying and analysing data using KQL within Microsoft Sentinel Working with Microsoft Defender XDR technologies Supporting vulnerability management and security posture improvements Detection engineering, alert tuning and security tooling optimisation Producing technical reports and recommendations Supporting governance and compliance requirements Technology Environment Microsoft Sentinel Microsoft Defender XDR Defender for Endpoint Defender for Cloud Defender for Identity Defender for Cloud Apps Microsoft Intune Qualys AttackIQ XM Cyber We're Interested In Candidates with experience in: SOC Operations Security Monitoring Incident Response Threat Hunting Cyber Defence Vulnerability Management Security Operations Engineering You may currently be working as a: Senior SOC Analyst SOC Analyst Cyber Security Analyst Security Analyst Security Operations Analyst Incident Response Analyst Blue Team Analyst Experience with Microsoft Sentinel, KQL and the wider Microsoft security ecosystem would be highly advantageous. Package £48,654.60 base salary £9,965.40 shift allowance 4 on / 4 off 12-hour shifts Hybrid working Home-based night shifts Private medical cover Enhanced pension Life assurance Industry certifications and training Genuine career progression A fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected cyber security organisation supporting enterprise-scale environments and operating at the forefront of modern security operations.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Senior SOC Analyst London (Hybrid) £58,620 Package 24/7 Shift Pattern Permanent Nights / Weekends / Bank Holidays all worked from home. Day Shifts on Tuesdays and Thursday all worked from home. We're recruiting multiple Senior Cyber Security Analysts to join a BRAND NEW growing Security Operations team within a leading international technology and cyber security provider. This is far more than a traditional SOC role. You'll be involved in incident response, threat hunting, vulnerability management, detection engineering and proactive cyber defence activities across a modern Microsoft security environment. What You'll Be Doing Investigating and managing security incidents end-to-end Monitoring security events across cloud, endpoint, identity and network environments Threat hunting and proactive security investigations Querying and analysing data using KQL within Microsoft Sentinel Working with Microsoft Defender XDR technologies Supporting vulnerability management and security posture improvements Detection engineering, alert tuning and security tooling optimisation Producing technical reports and recommendations Supporting governance and compliance requirements Technology Environment Microsoft Sentinel Microsoft Defender XDR Defender for Endpoint Defender for Cloud Defender for Identity Defender for Cloud Apps Microsoft Intune Qualys AttackIQ XM Cyber We're Interested In Candidates with experience in: SOC Operations Security Monitoring Incident Response Threat Hunting Cyber Defence Vulnerability Management Security Operations Engineering You may currently be working as a: Senior SOC Analyst SOC Analyst Cyber Security Analyst Security Analyst Security Operations Analyst Incident Response Analyst Blue Team Analyst Experience with Microsoft Sentinel, KQL and the wider Microsoft security ecosystem would be highly advantageous. Package £48,654.60 base salary £9,965.40 shift allowance 4 on / 4 off 12-hour shifts Hybrid working Home-based night shifts Private medical cover Enhanced pension Life assurance Industry certifications and training Genuine career progression A fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected cyber security organisation supporting enterprise-scale environments and operating at the forefront of modern security operations.
Senior SOC Analyst Leeds (Hybrid) £58,620 Package 24/7 Shift Pattern Permanent Nights / Weekends / Bank Holidays all worked from home. Day Shifts on Tuesdays and Thursday all worked from home. We're recruiting multiple Senior Cyber Security Analysts to join a BRAND NEW growing Security Operations team within a leading international technology and cyber security provider. This is far more than a traditional SOC role. You'll be involved in incident response, threat hunting, vulnerability management, detection engineering and proactive cyber defence activities across a modern Microsoft security environment. What You'll Be Doing Investigating and managing security incidents end-to-end Monitoring security events across cloud, endpoint, identity and network environments Threat hunting and proactive security investigations Querying and analysing data using KQL within Microsoft Sentinel Working with Microsoft Defender XDR technologies Supporting vulnerability management and security posture improvements Detection engineering, alert tuning and security tooling optimisation Producing technical reports and recommendations Supporting governance and compliance requirements Technology Environment Microsoft Sentinel Microsoft Defender XDR Defender for Endpoint Defender for Cloud Defender for Identity Defender for Cloud Apps Microsoft Intune Qualys AttackIQ XM Cyber We're Interested In Candidates with experience in: SOC Operations Security Monitoring Incident Response Threat Hunting Cyber Defence Vulnerability Management Security Operations Engineering You may currently be working as a: Senior SOC Analyst SOC Analyst Cyber Security Analyst Security Analyst Security Operations Analyst Incident Response Analyst Blue Team Analyst Experience with Microsoft Sentinel, KQL and the wider Microsoft security ecosystem would be highly advantageous. Package £48,654.60 base salary £9,965.40 shift allowance 4 on / 4 off 12-hour shifts Hybrid working Home-based night shifts Private medical cover Enhanced pension Life assurance Industry certifications and training Genuine career progression A fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected cyber security organisation supporting enterprise-scale environments and operating at the forefront of modern security operations.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Senior SOC Analyst Leeds (Hybrid) £58,620 Package 24/7 Shift Pattern Permanent Nights / Weekends / Bank Holidays all worked from home. Day Shifts on Tuesdays and Thursday all worked from home. We're recruiting multiple Senior Cyber Security Analysts to join a BRAND NEW growing Security Operations team within a leading international technology and cyber security provider. This is far more than a traditional SOC role. You'll be involved in incident response, threat hunting, vulnerability management, detection engineering and proactive cyber defence activities across a modern Microsoft security environment. What You'll Be Doing Investigating and managing security incidents end-to-end Monitoring security events across cloud, endpoint, identity and network environments Threat hunting and proactive security investigations Querying and analysing data using KQL within Microsoft Sentinel Working with Microsoft Defender XDR technologies Supporting vulnerability management and security posture improvements Detection engineering, alert tuning and security tooling optimisation Producing technical reports and recommendations Supporting governance and compliance requirements Technology Environment Microsoft Sentinel Microsoft Defender XDR Defender for Endpoint Defender for Cloud Defender for Identity Defender for Cloud Apps Microsoft Intune Qualys AttackIQ XM Cyber We're Interested In Candidates with experience in: SOC Operations Security Monitoring Incident Response Threat Hunting Cyber Defence Vulnerability Management Security Operations Engineering You may currently be working as a: Senior SOC Analyst SOC Analyst Cyber Security Analyst Security Analyst Security Operations Analyst Incident Response Analyst Blue Team Analyst Experience with Microsoft Sentinel, KQL and the wider Microsoft security ecosystem would be highly advantageous. Package £48,654.60 base salary £9,965.40 shift allowance 4 on / 4 off 12-hour shifts Hybrid working Home-based night shifts Private medical cover Enhanced pension Life assurance Industry certifications and training Genuine career progression A fantastic opportunity to join a highly respected cyber security organisation supporting enterprise-scale environments and operating at the forefront of modern security operations.
Senior Google Cloud Architect Shape the Future of AI & Data with Us At Datatonic, we are Google Cloud's premier partner in AI, driving transformation for world-class businesses. We push the boundaries of technology with expertise in machine learning, data engineering, and analytics on Google Cloud Platform. By partnering with us, clients future-proof their operations, unlock actionable insights, and stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving world. Your Mission As Senior Google Cloud Architect , you will shape the architecture for key projects. You'll be engaging with our customers and prospects to provide pre & post sales architectural advice and thought leadership for machine learning, analytics, and data migration projects. In addition to that, you will be helping us to build out the architectural side of our next-generation ai products. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional in cloud technologies who would like to work as part of a team of experts in the fields of AI and data, as a subject matter expert in solution/cloud architecture. The role is customer-facing, working closely with business and technical influencers, and will require a background in Computer Science. Successful candidates will bring multiple years' experience with cloud platforms like Google Cloud or AWS. Ideally, you'll have served as an SME in designing and migrating applications to live in the cloud, working with complex cloud deployments, and being adept at the design and implementation of complex platforms. What You'll Do Innovative Technology Work: Utilise cutting-edge, scalable cloud and data processing technologies to develop advanced solutions for customers. Project Leadership: Oversee the design and implementation of enterprise-scale Data and AI projects. Technical Thought Leadership: Introduce innovative ideas and approaches to enhance Datatonic's capabilities and methodologies. Team and Architecture Development: Shape the architecture team and mentor team members while promoting technical excellence. Sales Support: Collaborate with sales teams to provide technical expertise during client engagements and help scope solutions for challenging requirements. Solution Development: Partner with GTM teams to create and refine new market-ready solutions with a focus on technical leadership and governance. Customer Engagement: Conduct architecture reviews for key clients, delivering actionable recommendations to senior stakeholders. Technical Best Practices: Define and embed best practices into project delivery, ensuring quality and consistency across initiatives. Knowledge Sharing: Contribute to Datatonic's internal knowledge base, including technical collateral and thought leadership materials. Agile Collaboration: Work in a dynamic, agile environment alongside data scientists, machine learning experts, data analysts, and data engineers. Tech Partner Collaboration: Collaborate closely with partners such as Google Cloud, Tableau, and Looker to leverage their technologies effectively. Mentorship and Leadership: Guide team members, fostering a culture of growth and innovation. What You'll Bring Educational Background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline. Proven Expertise: Hands-on experience in designing and implementing large-scale big data cloud architectures. End-to-End Ownership: Demonstrated ability to manage projects from conception to completion, employing creative and practical solutions. Technical Prowess: Strong analytical skills with a focus on innovation and technical excellence. Effective Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with an eye for detail and the ability to deliver authoritative presentations and proposals. Stakeholder Management: Skills in developing and maintaining relationships with key external stakeholders at various organizational levels. Pre-Sales Experience: Extensive experience in technical pre-sales, with the ability to champion and promote innovative, disruptive proposals. Holistic Cloud Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of end-to-end production-grade cloud technologies, covering areas such as data, security, and networking. Container Technology Experience: Proficiency in working with container technologies and leveraging them effectively in projects. Programming Proficiency: Multiple years of experience in programming languages such as Python, Java, and SQL, with a focus on building scalable, high-performance code. Solution Delivery: Demonstrated experience in delivering scalable, robust, and high-performing solutions to meet business needs. Bonus Points If You Have: Certifications: Google Cloud or AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification. ETL and Data Pipeline Expertise: Experience with ETL tools and Hadoop-based technologies (e.g., Spark) and/or batch/streaming data pipelines such as Beam and Flink. Data Architecture: Proven ability in designing and building data lake and data warehouse solutions with technologies like BigQuery, Azure Synapse, Redshift, Oracle, Teradata, etc. Analytics Tools: Experience creating analytical products using tools such as Looker, Tableau, Data Studio, PowerBI, or Qlik. Agile Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile frameworks, including Scrum. Data Science Knowledge: Basic understanding of topics like machine learning, data mining, statistics, and data visualisation, with some practical experience preferred. Open-Source Contributions: History of contributions to open-source projects, showcasing collaboration and innovation. What's in It for You? We believe in empowering our team to thrive, with benefits including: Holiday : 25 days plus bank holidays (obviously!) Health Perks: 4500 kr per year Healthcare Allowance (paid monthly, after probation) Fitness & Wellbeing: Up to 5000 kr per year Wellness Allowance (payable on receipt of invoice) Hybrid Model: 1200 kr WFH Equipment Allowance (after probation) Learning & Growth: Access to platforms like Udemy to fuel your curiosity. Pension: Private Salary Sacrifice Pension available Why Datatonic? Join us to work alongside AI enthusiasts and data experts who are shaping tomorrow. At Datatonic, innovation isn't just encouraged - it's embedded in everything we do. If you're ready to inspire change and deliver value at the forefront of data and AI, we'd love to hear from you! Are you ready to make an impact? Apply now and take your career to the next level. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
Aug 08, 2026
Full time
Senior Google Cloud Architect Shape the Future of AI & Data with Us At Datatonic, we are Google Cloud's premier partner in AI, driving transformation for world-class businesses. We push the boundaries of technology with expertise in machine learning, data engineering, and analytics on Google Cloud Platform. By partnering with us, clients future-proof their operations, unlock actionable insights, and stay ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving world. Your Mission As Senior Google Cloud Architect , you will shape the architecture for key projects. You'll be engaging with our customers and prospects to provide pre & post sales architectural advice and thought leadership for machine learning, analytics, and data migration projects. In addition to that, you will be helping us to build out the architectural side of our next-generation ai products. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional in cloud technologies who would like to work as part of a team of experts in the fields of AI and data, as a subject matter expert in solution/cloud architecture. The role is customer-facing, working closely with business and technical influencers, and will require a background in Computer Science. Successful candidates will bring multiple years' experience with cloud platforms like Google Cloud or AWS. Ideally, you'll have served as an SME in designing and migrating applications to live in the cloud, working with complex cloud deployments, and being adept at the design and implementation of complex platforms. What You'll Do Innovative Technology Work: Utilise cutting-edge, scalable cloud and data processing technologies to develop advanced solutions for customers. Project Leadership: Oversee the design and implementation of enterprise-scale Data and AI projects. Technical Thought Leadership: Introduce innovative ideas and approaches to enhance Datatonic's capabilities and methodologies. Team and Architecture Development: Shape the architecture team and mentor team members while promoting technical excellence. Sales Support: Collaborate with sales teams to provide technical expertise during client engagements and help scope solutions for challenging requirements. Solution Development: Partner with GTM teams to create and refine new market-ready solutions with a focus on technical leadership and governance. Customer Engagement: Conduct architecture reviews for key clients, delivering actionable recommendations to senior stakeholders. Technical Best Practices: Define and embed best practices into project delivery, ensuring quality and consistency across initiatives. Knowledge Sharing: Contribute to Datatonic's internal knowledge base, including technical collateral and thought leadership materials. Agile Collaboration: Work in a dynamic, agile environment alongside data scientists, machine learning experts, data analysts, and data engineers. Tech Partner Collaboration: Collaborate closely with partners such as Google Cloud, Tableau, and Looker to leverage their technologies effectively. Mentorship and Leadership: Guide team members, fostering a culture of growth and innovation. What You'll Bring Educational Background: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related technical discipline. Proven Expertise: Hands-on experience in designing and implementing large-scale big data cloud architectures. End-to-End Ownership: Demonstrated ability to manage projects from conception to completion, employing creative and practical solutions. Technical Prowess: Strong analytical skills with a focus on innovation and technical excellence. Effective Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with an eye for detail and the ability to deliver authoritative presentations and proposals. Stakeholder Management: Skills in developing and maintaining relationships with key external stakeholders at various organizational levels. Pre-Sales Experience: Extensive experience in technical pre-sales, with the ability to champion and promote innovative, disruptive proposals. Holistic Cloud Expertise: Comprehensive knowledge of end-to-end production-grade cloud technologies, covering areas such as data, security, and networking. Container Technology Experience: Proficiency in working with container technologies and leveraging them effectively in projects. Programming Proficiency: Multiple years of experience in programming languages such as Python, Java, and SQL, with a focus on building scalable, high-performance code. Solution Delivery: Demonstrated experience in delivering scalable, robust, and high-performing solutions to meet business needs. Bonus Points If You Have: Certifications: Google Cloud or AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification. ETL and Data Pipeline Expertise: Experience with ETL tools and Hadoop-based technologies (e.g., Spark) and/or batch/streaming data pipelines such as Beam and Flink. Data Architecture: Proven ability in designing and building data lake and data warehouse solutions with technologies like BigQuery, Azure Synapse, Redshift, Oracle, Teradata, etc. Analytics Tools: Experience creating analytical products using tools such as Looker, Tableau, Data Studio, PowerBI, or Qlik. Agile Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile frameworks, including Scrum. Data Science Knowledge: Basic understanding of topics like machine learning, data mining, statistics, and data visualisation, with some practical experience preferred. Open-Source Contributions: History of contributions to open-source projects, showcasing collaboration and innovation. What's in It for You? We believe in empowering our team to thrive, with benefits including: Holiday : 25 days plus bank holidays (obviously!) Health Perks: 4500 kr per year Healthcare Allowance (paid monthly, after probation) Fitness & Wellbeing: Up to 5000 kr per year Wellness Allowance (payable on receipt of invoice) Hybrid Model: 1200 kr WFH Equipment Allowance (after probation) Learning & Growth: Access to platforms like Udemy to fuel your curiosity. Pension: Private Salary Sacrifice Pension available Why Datatonic? Join us to work alongside AI enthusiasts and data experts who are shaping tomorrow. At Datatonic, innovation isn't just encouraged - it's embedded in everything we do. If you're ready to inspire change and deliver value at the forefront of data and AI, we'd love to hear from you! Are you ready to make an impact? Apply now and take your career to the next level. If you receive suspicious outreach claiming to be from us, please contact us via the ManpowerGroup website.
JOB TITLE: DevOps Engineer - DV Cleared Rate: 550- 600/day (Outside IR35) Location: Onsite Clearance: DV Cleared (Mandatory) Flexible Work Option: Condensed working week (e.g., 3 long days, paid for 5) Job Summary We are seeking a technically skilled DevOps & Software Engineer with DV clearance to contribute across the full software development lifecycle and DevOps toolchain. You will design, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, and automated CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code (IaC), and system monitoring frameworks to support the continuous delivery of secure and reliable software. This role demands a strong grasp of modern DevOps practices, cloud and container technologies, automation tooling, and software engineering principles. You will work closely with development, security, and operations teams to drive a culture of DevSecOps and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable CI/CD pipelines using modern DevOps tooling. Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) to provision and manage cloud/on-prem infrastructure. Manage container orchestration platforms and develop containerized solutions. Monitor systems and applications for availability, performance, and security compliance. Automate operational tasks including testing, deployment, patching, and scaling. Apply DevSecOps principles to secure applications and infrastructure across SDLC. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (developers, testers, security analysts) to streamline software delivery. Participate in code reviews, architecture design, and incident resolution. Contribute to the development and documentation of internal DevOps standards and best practices. Mentor junior engineers and foster a DevOps-first mindset within delivery teams. DevOps & Tooling Proficiency (Preferred) Category Tools & Technologies CI/CD GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, CircleCI, Azure DevOps Pipelines Infrastructure-as-Code Terraform, Ansible, AWS CloudFormation, Pulumi Cloud Platforms AWS, Azure, GCP, or private cloud (OpenStack) Containerization Docker, Podman Orchestration Kubernetes (EKS, AKS, GKE), Helm, OpenShift Version Control Git, GitLab, Bitbucket Monitoring & Logging Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Splunk, Datadog Security & Compliance HashiCorp Vault, Snyk, SonarQube, Trivy, AWS IAM, CIS Benchmarks Configuration Mgmt. Ansible, Puppet, Chef Build Tools Maven, Gradle, NPM, Webpack Testing Tools Selenium, JUnit, Postman, Cypress Other Nexus/Artifactory (artifact repositories), REST APIs, JSON/YAML, Linux system admin
Aug 07, 2026
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JOB TITLE: DevOps Engineer - DV Cleared Rate: 550- 600/day (Outside IR35) Location: Onsite Clearance: DV Cleared (Mandatory) Flexible Work Option: Condensed working week (e.g., 3 long days, paid for 5) Job Summary We are seeking a technically skilled DevOps & Software Engineer with DV clearance to contribute across the full software development lifecycle and DevOps toolchain. You will design, implement, and maintain scalable, secure, and automated CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure-as-code (IaC), and system monitoring frameworks to support the continuous delivery of secure and reliable software. This role demands a strong grasp of modern DevOps practices, cloud and container technologies, automation tooling, and software engineering principles. You will work closely with development, security, and operations teams to drive a culture of DevSecOps and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable CI/CD pipelines using modern DevOps tooling. Implement Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) to provision and manage cloud/on-prem infrastructure. Manage container orchestration platforms and develop containerized solutions. Monitor systems and applications for availability, performance, and security compliance. Automate operational tasks including testing, deployment, patching, and scaling. Apply DevSecOps principles to secure applications and infrastructure across SDLC. Collaborate with cross-functional teams (developers, testers, security analysts) to streamline software delivery. Participate in code reviews, architecture design, and incident resolution. Contribute to the development and documentation of internal DevOps standards and best practices. Mentor junior engineers and foster a DevOps-first mindset within delivery teams. DevOps & Tooling Proficiency (Preferred) Category Tools & Technologies CI/CD GitLab CI/CD, Jenkins, GitHub Actions, CircleCI, Azure DevOps Pipelines Infrastructure-as-Code Terraform, Ansible, AWS CloudFormation, Pulumi Cloud Platforms AWS, Azure, GCP, or private cloud (OpenStack) Containerization Docker, Podman Orchestration Kubernetes (EKS, AKS, GKE), Helm, OpenShift Version Control Git, GitLab, Bitbucket Monitoring & Logging Prometheus, Grafana, ELK Stack, Splunk, Datadog Security & Compliance HashiCorp Vault, Snyk, SonarQube, Trivy, AWS IAM, CIS Benchmarks Configuration Mgmt. Ansible, Puppet, Chef Build Tools Maven, Gradle, NPM, Webpack Testing Tools Selenium, JUnit, Postman, Cypress Other Nexus/Artifactory (artifact repositories), REST APIs, JSON/YAML, Linux system admin
Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Are you ready to play a vital role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of our critical national infrastructure? Join our dynamic team as a System Ops Analyst and make a difference in the utilities sector! Role: Systems Ops Analyst Duration: 12 Months (role then becomes Perm) Location: Warwick then Wokingham Rate: 450 pd (umbrella) or PAYE option. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive individual to be part of a 24/7/365 shift rota, dedicated to monitoring and ensuring the health of our systems. You will initially train in Warwick before settling into the Wokingham office. Get ready to engage with diverse teams and contribute to the reliable operation of energy networks across the UK! Key Accountabilities As a System Ops Health Analyst, you will: Provide round-the-clock system health and proactive monitoring of Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) services, including applications, middleware, databases, operating systems, and server infrastructures. Deliver 1st line support to ensure CNI systems/services meet their SLAs. Collaborate effectively with second- and third-line support teams, system managers, and other key stakeholders. Ensure compliance with security and CNI regulations, policies, and standards. Underpin critical business processes essential for the efficient operation of the clients energy networks . About You We are looking for a candidate who possesses: A strong background in relevant technologies (e.g., Wintel, Unix, BMC products, SCADA Telemetry). Experience supporting mission-critical systems with comprehensive knowledge of system technologies, networking, monitoring tools, and processes. A solid operational background paired with analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Understanding of Service Management practises (e.g., change and release management) and risk/issue management, preferably with ITIL processes and tools. Awareness of mechanical and electrical infrastructure within Data Centres or Building Management Systems is a plus! Qualifications Essential: Relevant experience and technical know-how. Preferred: A degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent education and experience. ITIL qualifications and familiarity with Wintel, BMX, Unix, and RHEL are also desirable. What We Offer A supportive and collaborative work environment. Opportunities for professional growth and development. The chance to contribute to critical national infrastructure and make a tangible impact on energy networks across the UK. Main Interfaces Internal: Direct collaboration with second- and third-line support teams, system managers, control room staff, and business partners. External: Engagement with market participants and third-party support partners. Join us and be part of a team that values innovation and excellence. If you're enthusiastic about maintaining the health of critical systems and ensuring the reliability of national infrastructure, we want to hear from you! Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities' employer. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
Aug 07, 2026
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Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. Are you ready to play a vital role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of our critical national infrastructure? Join our dynamic team as a System Ops Analyst and make a difference in the utilities sector! Role: Systems Ops Analyst Duration: 12 Months (role then becomes Perm) Location: Warwick then Wokingham Rate: 450 pd (umbrella) or PAYE option. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive individual to be part of a 24/7/365 shift rota, dedicated to monitoring and ensuring the health of our systems. You will initially train in Warwick before settling into the Wokingham office. Get ready to engage with diverse teams and contribute to the reliable operation of energy networks across the UK! Key Accountabilities As a System Ops Health Analyst, you will: Provide round-the-clock system health and proactive monitoring of Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) services, including applications, middleware, databases, operating systems, and server infrastructures. Deliver 1st line support to ensure CNI systems/services meet their SLAs. Collaborate effectively with second- and third-line support teams, system managers, and other key stakeholders. Ensure compliance with security and CNI regulations, policies, and standards. Underpin critical business processes essential for the efficient operation of the clients energy networks . About You We are looking for a candidate who possesses: A strong background in relevant technologies (e.g., Wintel, Unix, BMC products, SCADA Telemetry). Experience supporting mission-critical systems with comprehensive knowledge of system technologies, networking, monitoring tools, and processes. A solid operational background paired with analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Understanding of Service Management practises (e.g., change and release management) and risk/issue management, preferably with ITIL processes and tools. Awareness of mechanical and electrical infrastructure within Data Centres or Building Management Systems is a plus! Qualifications Essential: Relevant experience and technical know-how. Preferred: A degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent education and experience. ITIL qualifications and familiarity with Wintel, BMX, Unix, and RHEL are also desirable. What We Offer A supportive and collaborative work environment. Opportunities for professional growth and development. The chance to contribute to critical national infrastructure and make a tangible impact on energy networks across the UK. Main Interfaces Internal: Direct collaboration with second- and third-line support teams, system managers, control room staff, and business partners. External: Engagement with market participants and third-party support partners. Join us and be part of a team that values innovation and excellence. If you're enthusiastic about maintaining the health of critical systems and ensuring the reliability of national infrastructure, we want to hear from you! Candidates will ideally show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. Please be advised if you haven't heard from us within 48 hours then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion, we may however keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly. Pontoon is an employment consultancy and operates as an equal opportunities' employer. We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.
SOC Manager/Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes (On-site) Contract Length: 3 Years Rate: 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35) Security Clearance: Current MOD DV Clearance required Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are recruiting for an experienced SOC Manager/Analyst to support a high-profile, mission-critical operational environment on a long-term contract basis. This role combines operational leadership with technical awareness , placing you at the centre of a live Security Operations Centre where you'll maintain situational awareness across multiple domains, coordinate incident response, and ensure effective operational decision-making. You'll act as the operational lead within a fast-paced control room environment, working closely with cyber, network, infrastructure and security teams to maintain service resilience and operational control. Key Responsibilities Maintain a single operational picture across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. Monitor live environments and assess alerts and incidents in real time. Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. Manage incident prioritisation and escalation in accordance with operational procedures. Coordinate response activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. Maintain accurate operational records, dashboards and shift logs. Deliver comprehensive operational handovers to ensure continuous situational awareness. Role Profile This is an operational leadership position with a balanced technical focus: 60% Operational Leadership & Incident Coordination 40% Technical Awareness & Alert Triage The successful contractor will be comfortable leading operational response, interpreting technical information, asking the right questions, and driving resolution in a live, high-pressure environment. Essential Skills & Experience Experience working within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . Strong understanding of SOC and NOC processes, including alert triage and escalation. Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, dashboards and operational logs. Knowledge of incident severity, impact assessment and prioritisation. Proven experience coordinating technical teams during critical incidents. Excellent communication, stakeholder management and decision-making skills. Ability to remain calm, organised and decisive in operationally critical environments. Ideal Background We're particularly interested in contractors from backgrounds such as: SOC Manager or Senior SOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. Senior NOC Analyst or Operations Lead within a 24/7 operational environment. Service Operations Manager supporting secure or mission-critical services. Contract Details 3-year contract offering long-term programme stability. 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35). Full-time, on-site role based in Hounslow Park . Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment on a nationally significant programme. Mandatory Requirements Due to the sensitive nature of this programme, applicants must : Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . Be a sole UK national . Be available to work full-time on-site in Hounslow Park .
Aug 06, 2026
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SOC Manager/Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes (On-site) Contract Length: 3 Years Rate: 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35) Security Clearance: Current MOD DV Clearance required Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are recruiting for an experienced SOC Manager/Analyst to support a high-profile, mission-critical operational environment on a long-term contract basis. This role combines operational leadership with technical awareness , placing you at the centre of a live Security Operations Centre where you'll maintain situational awareness across multiple domains, coordinate incident response, and ensure effective operational decision-making. You'll act as the operational lead within a fast-paced control room environment, working closely with cyber, network, infrastructure and security teams to maintain service resilience and operational control. Key Responsibilities Maintain a single operational picture across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. Monitor live environments and assess alerts and incidents in real time. Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. Manage incident prioritisation and escalation in accordance with operational procedures. Coordinate response activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. Maintain accurate operational records, dashboards and shift logs. Deliver comprehensive operational handovers to ensure continuous situational awareness. Role Profile This is an operational leadership position with a balanced technical focus: 60% Operational Leadership & Incident Coordination 40% Technical Awareness & Alert Triage The successful contractor will be comfortable leading operational response, interpreting technical information, asking the right questions, and driving resolution in a live, high-pressure environment. Essential Skills & Experience Experience working within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . Strong understanding of SOC and NOC processes, including alert triage and escalation. Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, dashboards and operational logs. Knowledge of incident severity, impact assessment and prioritisation. Proven experience coordinating technical teams during critical incidents. Excellent communication, stakeholder management and decision-making skills. Ability to remain calm, organised and decisive in operationally critical environments. Ideal Background We're particularly interested in contractors from backgrounds such as: SOC Manager or Senior SOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. Senior NOC Analyst or Operations Lead within a 24/7 operational environment. Service Operations Manager supporting secure or mission-critical services. Contract Details 3-year contract offering long-term programme stability. 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35). Full-time, on-site role based in Hounslow Park . Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment on a nationally significant programme. Mandatory Requirements Due to the sensitive nature of this programme, applicants must : Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . Be a sole UK national . Be available to work full-time on-site in Hounslow Park .
SOC Analyst (Tier 1) Doncaster (Hybrid) £25,000 basic + 20% shift allowance (OTE circa £30,000) 4 on, 4 off (12-hour rotating day and night shifts) The Opportunity VIQU have partnered with a leading SOC organisation for a Tier 1 SOC Analyst to join a growing Security Operations Centre in Doncaster. The successful candidate will support the monitoring, investigation and response to security incidents, working with modern Microsoft security technologies in a fast-paced operational environment. Responsibilities Monitor and investigate security alerts and incidents. Perform incident triage and escalate where appropriate. Support incident response and threat intelligence activities. Work closely with senior analysts during security investigations. Contribute to the ongoing improvement of SOC processes and detection capabilities. Requirements Previous experience working within a Security Operations Centre (SOC). Ideally around 1 2 years' commercial SOC experience. Experience with Microsoft Defender and Microsoft Sentinel is highly desirable. Good understanding of security monitoring and incident response. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team. Working Pattern Monday Friday, 9:00am 5:00pm during the initial training period. Following training, you'll move onto a 4-on, 4-off rotating shift pattern covering both days and nights (12-hour shifts). Hybrid working, with office attendance required in line with the rota. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Noah Yeoman via the VIQU Website Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
SOC Analyst (Tier 1) Doncaster (Hybrid) £25,000 basic + 20% shift allowance (OTE circa £30,000) 4 on, 4 off (12-hour rotating day and night shifts) The Opportunity VIQU have partnered with a leading SOC organisation for a Tier 1 SOC Analyst to join a growing Security Operations Centre in Doncaster. The successful candidate will support the monitoring, investigation and response to security incidents, working with modern Microsoft security technologies in a fast-paced operational environment. Responsibilities Monitor and investigate security alerts and incidents. Perform incident triage and escalate where appropriate. Support incident response and threat intelligence activities. Work closely with senior analysts during security investigations. Contribute to the ongoing improvement of SOC processes and detection capabilities. Requirements Previous experience working within a Security Operations Centre (SOC). Ideally around 1 2 years' commercial SOC experience. Experience with Microsoft Defender and Microsoft Sentinel is highly desirable. Good understanding of security monitoring and incident response. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team. Working Pattern Monday Friday, 9:00am 5:00pm during the initial training period. Following training, you'll move onto a 4-on, 4-off rotating shift pattern covering both days and nights (12-hour shifts). Hybrid working, with office attendance required in line with the rota. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Noah Yeoman via the VIQU Website Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment
Duty Manager / SOC Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hounslow Park (On-site) Salary: 65,000 + 10,000 Bonus Employment Type: Permanent Security Clearance: Must hold current MOD DV Clearance Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are seeking an experienced Duty Manager / SOC Analyst to join a high-profile operational environment, supporting critical services within a secure, live operations centre. This is a unique hybrid position that combines operational leadership with technical awareness . You'll take ownership of the live operational picture, coordinating incident response across cyber, network, infrastructure and physical security teams while ensuring informed, timely decision-making. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced control room environment and can confidently lead operational response without needing to be a deep technical specialist. Key Responsibilities Maintain a single operational view across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. Monitor live operational environments and assess alerts and incidents in real time. Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. Control incident prioritisation and escalation in line with operational procedures. Coordinate activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. Maintain accurate operational logs, dashboards and reporting. Deliver effective shift handovers and maintain continuous situational awareness. About the Role This position is intentionally balanced between operational leadership and technical understanding: 60% Operational Leadership & Coordination 40% Technical Awareness & Incident Triage You'll be expected to understand operational and technical information, ask the right questions, coordinate the right teams and maintain control during high-pressure situations. Essential Skills & Experience Experience within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . Good understanding of SOC and NOC workflows, including alert triage and escalation processes. Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, operational dashboards and logs at a high level. Strong understanding of incident severity, business impact and prioritisation. Proven experience coordinating multiple technical teams during live incidents. Excellent communication, decision-making and stakeholder management skills. Ability to remain calm and organised in time-critical operational environments. Ideal Background We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience as: Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. Senior SOC Analyst or NOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. Service Operations Lead within a 24/7 operations or command centre. Operational Duty Manager supporting secure or critical environments. What's on Offer 65,000 basic salary. 10,000 annual bonus. Permanent position. Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment. Challenging and rewarding operational leadership role with significant responsibility. Eligibility Requirements Due to the nature of this position, applicants must : Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . Be a sole UK national . Be able to work full-time on-site in Hounslow Park .
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Duty Manager / SOC Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hounslow Park (On-site) Salary: 65,000 + 10,000 Bonus Employment Type: Permanent Security Clearance: Must hold current MOD DV Clearance Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are seeking an experienced Duty Manager / SOC Analyst to join a high-profile operational environment, supporting critical services within a secure, live operations centre. This is a unique hybrid position that combines operational leadership with technical awareness . You'll take ownership of the live operational picture, coordinating incident response across cyber, network, infrastructure and physical security teams while ensuring informed, timely decision-making. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced control room environment and can confidently lead operational response without needing to be a deep technical specialist. Key Responsibilities Maintain a single operational view across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. Monitor live operational environments and assess alerts and incidents in real time. Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. Control incident prioritisation and escalation in line with operational procedures. Coordinate activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. Maintain accurate operational logs, dashboards and reporting. Deliver effective shift handovers and maintain continuous situational awareness. About the Role This position is intentionally balanced between operational leadership and technical understanding: 60% Operational Leadership & Coordination 40% Technical Awareness & Incident Triage You'll be expected to understand operational and technical information, ask the right questions, coordinate the right teams and maintain control during high-pressure situations. Essential Skills & Experience Experience within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . Good understanding of SOC and NOC workflows, including alert triage and escalation processes. Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, operational dashboards and logs at a high level. Strong understanding of incident severity, business impact and prioritisation. Proven experience coordinating multiple technical teams during live incidents. Excellent communication, decision-making and stakeholder management skills. Ability to remain calm and organised in time-critical operational environments. Ideal Background We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience as: Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. Senior SOC Analyst or NOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. Service Operations Lead within a 24/7 operations or command centre. Operational Duty Manager supporting secure or critical environments. What's on Offer 65,000 basic salary. 10,000 annual bonus. Permanent position. Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment. Challenging and rewarding operational leadership role with significant responsibility. Eligibility Requirements Due to the nature of this position, applicants must : Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . Be a sole UK national . Be able to work full-time on-site in Hounslow Park .
SOC Manager/Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hounslow Park (On-site) Contract Length: 3 Years Rate: 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35) Security Clearance: Current MOD DV Clearance required Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are recruiting for an experienced SOC Manager/Analyst to support a high-profile, mission-critical operational environment on a long-term contract basis. This role combines operational leadership with technical awareness , placing you at the centre of a live Security Operations Centre where you'll maintain situational awareness across multiple domains, coordinate incident response, and ensure effective operational decision-making. You'll act as the operational lead within a fast-paced control room environment, working closely with cyber, network, infrastructure and security teams to maintain service resilience and operational control. Key Responsibilities Maintain a single operational picture across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. Monitor live environments and assess alerts and incidents in real time. Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. Manage incident prioritisation and escalation in accordance with operational procedures. Coordinate response activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. Maintain accurate operational records, dashboards and shift logs. Deliver comprehensive operational handovers to ensure continuous situational awareness. Role Profile This is an operational leadership position with a balanced technical focus: 60% Operational Leadership & Incident Coordination 40% Technical Awareness & Alert Triage The successful contractor will be comfortable leading operational response, interpreting technical information, asking the right questions, and driving resolution in a live, high-pressure environment. Essential Skills & Experience Experience working within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . Strong understanding of SOC and NOC processes, including alert triage and escalation. Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, dashboards and operational logs. Knowledge of incident severity, impact assessment and prioritisation. Proven experience coordinating technical teams during critical incidents. Excellent communication, stakeholder management and decision-making skills. Ability to remain calm, organised and decisive in operationally critical environments. Ideal Background We're particularly interested in contractors from backgrounds such as: SOC Manager or Senior SOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. Senior NOC Analyst or Operations Lead within a 24/7 operational environment. Service Operations Manager supporting secure or mission-critical services. Contract Details 3-year contract offering long-term programme stability. 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35). Full-time, on-site role based in Hounslow Park . Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment on a nationally significant programme. Mandatory Requirements Due to the sensitive nature of this programme, applicants must : Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . Be a sole UK national . Be available to work full-time on-site in Hounslow Park .
Aug 05, 2026
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SOC Manager/Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hounslow Park (On-site) Contract Length: 3 Years Rate: 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35) Security Clearance: Current MOD DV Clearance required Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are recruiting for an experienced SOC Manager/Analyst to support a high-profile, mission-critical operational environment on a long-term contract basis. This role combines operational leadership with technical awareness , placing you at the centre of a live Security Operations Centre where you'll maintain situational awareness across multiple domains, coordinate incident response, and ensure effective operational decision-making. You'll act as the operational lead within a fast-paced control room environment, working closely with cyber, network, infrastructure and security teams to maintain service resilience and operational control. Key Responsibilities Maintain a single operational picture across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. Monitor live environments and assess alerts and incidents in real time. Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. Manage incident prioritisation and escalation in accordance with operational procedures. Coordinate response activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. Maintain accurate operational records, dashboards and shift logs. Deliver comprehensive operational handovers to ensure continuous situational awareness. Role Profile This is an operational leadership position with a balanced technical focus: 60% Operational Leadership & Incident Coordination 40% Technical Awareness & Alert Triage The successful contractor will be comfortable leading operational response, interpreting technical information, asking the right questions, and driving resolution in a live, high-pressure environment. Essential Skills & Experience Experience working within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . Strong understanding of SOC and NOC processes, including alert triage and escalation. Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, dashboards and operational logs. Knowledge of incident severity, impact assessment and prioritisation. Proven experience coordinating technical teams during critical incidents. Excellent communication, stakeholder management and decision-making skills. Ability to remain calm, organised and decisive in operationally critical environments. Ideal Background We're particularly interested in contractors from backgrounds such as: SOC Manager or Senior SOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. Senior NOC Analyst or Operations Lead within a 24/7 operational environment. Service Operations Manager supporting secure or mission-critical services. Contract Details 3-year contract offering long-term programme stability. 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35). Full-time, on-site role based in Hounslow Park . Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment on a nationally significant programme. Mandatory Requirements Due to the sensitive nature of this programme, applicants must : Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . Be a sole UK national . Be available to work full-time on-site in Hounslow Park .
SOC Analyst (Tier 1) Doncaster (Hybrid) £25,000 basic + 20% shift allowance (OTE circa £30,000) 4 on, 4 off (12-hour rotating day and night shifts) The Opportunity VIQU have partnered with a leading SOC organisation for a Tier 1 SOC Analyst to join a growing Security Operations Centre in Doncaster. The successful candidate will support the monitoring, investigation and response to security incidents, working with modern Microsoft security technologies in a fast-paced operational environment. Responsibilities Monitor and investigate security alerts and incidents. Perform incident triage and escalate where appropriate. Support incident response and threat intelligence activities. Work closely with senior analysts during security investigations. Contribute to the ongoing improvement of SOC processes and detection capabilities. Requirements Previous experience working within a Security Operations Centre (SOC). Ideally around 1-2 years' commercial SOC experience. Experience with Microsoft Defender and Microsoft Sentinel is highly desirable. Good understanding of security monitoring and incident response. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team. Working Pattern Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm during the initial training period. Following training, you'll move onto a 4-on, 4-off rotating shift pattern covering both days and nights (12-hour shifts). Hybrid working, with office attendance required in line with the rota. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Noah Yeoman via the VIQU Website Do you know someone great? We'll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply).
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
SOC Analyst (Tier 1) Doncaster (Hybrid) £25,000 basic + 20% shift allowance (OTE circa £30,000) 4 on, 4 off (12-hour rotating day and night shifts) The Opportunity VIQU have partnered with a leading SOC organisation for a Tier 1 SOC Analyst to join a growing Security Operations Centre in Doncaster. The successful candidate will support the monitoring, investigation and response to security incidents, working with modern Microsoft security technologies in a fast-paced operational environment. Responsibilities Monitor and investigate security alerts and incidents. Perform incident triage and escalate where appropriate. Support incident response and threat intelligence activities. Work closely with senior analysts during security investigations. Contribute to the ongoing improvement of SOC processes and detection capabilities. Requirements Previous experience working within a Security Operations Centre (SOC). Ideally around 1-2 years' commercial SOC experience. Experience with Microsoft Defender and Microsoft Sentinel is highly desirable. Good understanding of security monitoring and incident response. Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team. Working Pattern Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm during the initial training period. Following training, you'll move onto a 4-on, 4-off rotating shift pattern covering both days and nights (12-hour shifts). Hybrid working, with office attendance required in line with the rota. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Noah Yeoman via the VIQU Website Do you know someone great? We'll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply).
Demand and Productivity Technical Analyst This position is a Fixed Term Contract until the end of August 2027 As part of the team working in the Demand and Productivity Unit, you can make a real difference by supporting the provision accurate demand and productivity related outputs for use at strategic, tactical and operational levels. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious and innovative team within Police Scotland. Key Responsibilities - Provide technical expertise in respect of the design, build, test, deployment and maintenance of new and existing analytical products such as Power BI dashboards and strategic reports. Undertake a lead role on relevant projects and initiatives with responsibilities relating to delivery of quality assured products within agreed timescales. Providing regular task updates to key internal and external stakeholders. Undertake analysis and documentation of business requirements in order to produce key products that will form the basis for strategic, tactical and operational decision making and will inform future workforce planning. Why join us? Competitive salary with annual increments Full-time or part-time shift patterns 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays (increases with service) Local government pension scheme for long-term security Ongoing training to develop your skills Opportunities for career progression and professional growth Comprehensive wellbeing support and dynamic work environment Exclusive discounts and savings through our rewards and benefits network Every role in Police Scotland plays a part in Keeping People Safe. This is an opportunity to join a national organisation serving communities across Scotland, where integrity, fairness and respect are at the heart of everything we do. Police Scotland serves over 5 million people across Scotland s cities, towns, rural and island communities. Our 2030 vision is for safer communities, less crime, supported victims and a thriving workforce. We are committed to equality, human rights and building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Currently Police Scotland have guidance in place that allows appropriate roles to be operated on an agile basis, should you have an interest in working more flexibly then we would encourage your application.
Aug 05, 2026
Seasonal
Demand and Productivity Technical Analyst This position is a Fixed Term Contract until the end of August 2027 As part of the team working in the Demand and Productivity Unit, you can make a real difference by supporting the provision accurate demand and productivity related outputs for use at strategic, tactical and operational levels. This is a fantastic opportunity to join an ambitious and innovative team within Police Scotland. Key Responsibilities - Provide technical expertise in respect of the design, build, test, deployment and maintenance of new and existing analytical products such as Power BI dashboards and strategic reports. Undertake a lead role on relevant projects and initiatives with responsibilities relating to delivery of quality assured products within agreed timescales. Providing regular task updates to key internal and external stakeholders. Undertake analysis and documentation of business requirements in order to produce key products that will form the basis for strategic, tactical and operational decision making and will inform future workforce planning. Why join us? Competitive salary with annual increments Full-time or part-time shift patterns 28 days annual leave and 6 public holidays (increases with service) Local government pension scheme for long-term security Ongoing training to develop your skills Opportunities for career progression and professional growth Comprehensive wellbeing support and dynamic work environment Exclusive discounts and savings through our rewards and benefits network Every role in Police Scotland plays a part in Keeping People Safe. This is an opportunity to join a national organisation serving communities across Scotland, where integrity, fairness and respect are at the heart of everything we do. Police Scotland serves over 5 million people across Scotland s cities, towns, rural and island communities. Our 2030 vision is for safer communities, less crime, supported victims and a thriving workforce. We are committed to equality, human rights and building a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Currently Police Scotland have guidance in place that allows appropriate roles to be operated on an agile basis, should you have an interest in working more flexibly then we would encourage your application.
Senior Java Engineer eDV or DV Cleared 70,000- 90,000 Cheltenham National Security Build software that enables analysts to turn complex, multi-source data into actionable intelligence. We're looking for experienced Java Engineers to develop secure, cloud-native platforms supporting some of the UK's most sensitive National Security programmes. You'll work across large-scale data ingestion, distributed systems, analyst tooling and secure microservices, solving complex engineering challenges in highly regulated environments. What you'll be building Java services and Apache NiFi data pipelines that ingest, enrich and process large-scale mission data Secure Spring Boot microservices deployed on OpenShift and Kubernetes Event-driven distributed systems using message brokers to connect services, data stores and processing pipelines Modern JavaScript applications and REST APIs that enable analysts to search, visualise and manage operational data Cross-domain solutions that move information securely between networks of different classifications Technology Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs Apache NiFi, distributed data processing, message brokers Kubernetes, OpenShift, cloud-native architecture JavaScript, web API integration and authentication GitLab, CI/CD, SecDevOps, observability Database technologies and distributed systems We're looking for Strong commercial Java development experience Experience building scalable microservices and distributed systems Spring Boot and cloud-native engineering expertise Experience working with Kubernetes or OpenShift A passion for clean, resilient software engineering Experience with Apache NiFi, secure environments or modern JavaScript is advantageous. Why join? Founded by engineers, this is a business where technical excellence comes first. You'll spend 10% of your time on learning and development, work alongside experienced engineers solving genuinely difficult problems, and build software that has a real operational impact. Benefits include: 10% pension contribution 10% dedicated learning and development time Relocation support 37.5-hour working week Current eDV or DV clearance, or recently active DV clearance, is essential. If you're looking for a Java role where distributed systems, secure engineering and modern cloud technologies come together to solve real-world problems, we'd love to hear from you.
Aug 05, 2026
Full time
Senior Java Engineer eDV or DV Cleared 70,000- 90,000 Cheltenham National Security Build software that enables analysts to turn complex, multi-source data into actionable intelligence. We're looking for experienced Java Engineers to develop secure, cloud-native platforms supporting some of the UK's most sensitive National Security programmes. You'll work across large-scale data ingestion, distributed systems, analyst tooling and secure microservices, solving complex engineering challenges in highly regulated environments. What you'll be building Java services and Apache NiFi data pipelines that ingest, enrich and process large-scale mission data Secure Spring Boot microservices deployed on OpenShift and Kubernetes Event-driven distributed systems using message brokers to connect services, data stores and processing pipelines Modern JavaScript applications and REST APIs that enable analysts to search, visualise and manage operational data Cross-domain solutions that move information securely between networks of different classifications Technology Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs Apache NiFi, distributed data processing, message brokers Kubernetes, OpenShift, cloud-native architecture JavaScript, web API integration and authentication GitLab, CI/CD, SecDevOps, observability Database technologies and distributed systems We're looking for Strong commercial Java development experience Experience building scalable microservices and distributed systems Spring Boot and cloud-native engineering expertise Experience working with Kubernetes or OpenShift A passion for clean, resilient software engineering Experience with Apache NiFi, secure environments or modern JavaScript is advantageous. Why join? Founded by engineers, this is a business where technical excellence comes first. You'll spend 10% of your time on learning and development, work alongside experienced engineers solving genuinely difficult problems, and build software that has a real operational impact. Benefits include: 10% pension contribution 10% dedicated learning and development time Relocation support 37.5-hour working week Current eDV or DV clearance, or recently active DV clearance, is essential. If you're looking for a Java role where distributed systems, secure engineering and modern cloud technologies come together to solve real-world problems, we'd love to hear from you.
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Hanslope, Buckinghamshire
SOC Manager/Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes (On-site) Contract Length: 3 Years Rate: 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35) Security Clearance: Current MOD DV Clearance required Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are recruiting for an experienced SOC Manager/Analyst to support a high-profile, mission-critical operational environment on a long-term contract basis. This role combines operational leadership with technical awareness , placing you at the centre of a live Security Operations Centre where you'll maintain situational awareness across multiple domains, coordinate incident response, and ensure effective operational decision-making. You'll act as the operational lead within a fast-paced control room environment, working closely with cyber, network, infrastructure and security teams to maintain service resilience and operational control. Key Responsibilities Maintain a single operational picture across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. Monitor live environments and assess alerts and incidents in real time. Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. Manage incident prioritisation and escalation in accordance with operational procedures. Coordinate response activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. Maintain accurate operational records, dashboards and shift logs. Deliver comprehensive operational handovers to ensure continuous situational awareness. Role Profile This is an operational leadership position with a balanced technical focus: 60% Operational Leadership & Incident Coordination 40% Technical Awareness & Alert Triage The successful contractor will be comfortable leading operational response, interpreting technical information, asking the right questions, and driving resolution in a live, high-pressure environment. Essential Skills & Experience Experience working within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . Strong understanding of SOC and NOC processes, including alert triage and escalation. Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, dashboards and operational logs. Knowledge of incident severity, impact assessment and prioritisation. Proven experience coordinating technical teams during critical incidents. Excellent communication, stakeholder management and decision-making skills. Ability to remain calm, organised and decisive in operationally critical environments. Ideal Background We're particularly interested in contractors from backgrounds such as: SOC Manager or Senior SOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. Senior NOC Analyst or Operations Lead within a 24/7 operational environment. Service Operations Manager supporting secure or mission-critical services. Contract Details 3-year contract offering long-term programme stability. 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35). Full-time, on-site role based in Hounslow Park . Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment on a nationally significant programme. Mandatory Requirements Due to the sensitive nature of this programme, applicants must : Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . Be a sole UK national . Be available to work full-time on-site in Hounslow Park .
Aug 04, 2026
Contractor
SOC Manager/Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes (On-site) Contract Length: 3 Years Rate: 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35) Security Clearance: Current MOD DV Clearance required Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are recruiting for an experienced SOC Manager/Analyst to support a high-profile, mission-critical operational environment on a long-term contract basis. This role combines operational leadership with technical awareness , placing you at the centre of a live Security Operations Centre where you'll maintain situational awareness across multiple domains, coordinate incident response, and ensure effective operational decision-making. You'll act as the operational lead within a fast-paced control room environment, working closely with cyber, network, infrastructure and security teams to maintain service resilience and operational control. Key Responsibilities Maintain a single operational picture across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. Monitor live environments and assess alerts and incidents in real time. Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. Manage incident prioritisation and escalation in accordance with operational procedures. Coordinate response activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. Maintain accurate operational records, dashboards and shift logs. Deliver comprehensive operational handovers to ensure continuous situational awareness. Role Profile This is an operational leadership position with a balanced technical focus: 60% Operational Leadership & Incident Coordination 40% Technical Awareness & Alert Triage The successful contractor will be comfortable leading operational response, interpreting technical information, asking the right questions, and driving resolution in a live, high-pressure environment. Essential Skills & Experience Experience working within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . Strong understanding of SOC and NOC processes, including alert triage and escalation. Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, dashboards and operational logs. Knowledge of incident severity, impact assessment and prioritisation. Proven experience coordinating technical teams during critical incidents. Excellent communication, stakeholder management and decision-making skills. Ability to remain calm, organised and decisive in operationally critical environments. Ideal Background We're particularly interested in contractors from backgrounds such as: SOC Manager or Senior SOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. Senior NOC Analyst or Operations Lead within a 24/7 operational environment. Service Operations Manager supporting secure or mission-critical services. Contract Details 3-year contract offering long-term programme stability. 550- 600 per day (Outside IR35). Full-time, on-site role based in Hounslow Park . Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment on a nationally significant programme. Mandatory Requirements Due to the sensitive nature of this programme, applicants must : Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . Be a sole UK national . Be available to work full-time on-site in Hounslow Park .
SOC Manager/Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes (On-site) Contract Length: 3 Years Rate: £550-£600 per day (Outside IR35) Security Clearance: Current MOD DV Clearance required Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are recruiting for an experienced SOC Manager/Analyst to support a high-profile, mission-critical operational environment on a long-term contract basis. This role combines operational leadership with technical awareness , placing you at the centre of a live Security Operations Centre where you'll maintain situational awareness across multiple domains, coordinate incident response, and ensure effective operational decision-making. You'll act as the operational lead within a fast-paced control room environment, working closely with cyber, network, infrastructure and security teams to maintain service resilience and operational control. Key Responsibilities Maintain a single operational picture across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. Monitor live environments and assess alerts and incidents in Real Time. Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. Manage incident prioritisation and escalation in accordance with operational procedures. Coordinate response activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. Maintain accurate operational records, dashboards and shift logs. Deliver comprehensive operational handovers to ensure continuous situational awareness. Role Profile This is an operational leadership position with a balanced technical focus: 60% Operational Leadership & Incident Coordination 40% Technical Awareness & Alert Triage The successful contractor will be comfortable leading operational response, interpreting technical information, asking the right questions, and driving resolution in a live, high-pressure environment. Essential Skills & Experience Experience working within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . Strong understanding of SOC and NOC processes, including alert triage and escalation. Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, dashboards and operational logs. Knowledge of incident severity, impact assessment and prioritisation. Proven experience coordinating technical teams during critical incidents. Excellent communication, stakeholder management and decision-making skills. Ability to remain calm, organised and decisive in operationally critical environments. Ideal Background We're particularly interested in contractors from backgrounds such as: SOC Manager or Senior SOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. Senior NOC Analyst or Operations Lead within a 24/7 operational environment. Service Operations Manager supporting secure or mission-critical services. Contract Details 3-year contract offering long-term programme stability. £550-£600 per day (Outside IR35). Full-time, on-site role based in Hounslow Park . Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment on a nationally significant programme. Mandatory Requirements Due to the sensitive nature of this programme, applicants must : Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . Be a sole UK national . Be available to work full-time on-site in Hounslow Park .
Aug 03, 2026
Contractor
SOC Manager/Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes (On-site) Contract Length: 3 Years Rate: £550-£600 per day (Outside IR35) Security Clearance: Current MOD DV Clearance required Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are recruiting for an experienced SOC Manager/Analyst to support a high-profile, mission-critical operational environment on a long-term contract basis. This role combines operational leadership with technical awareness , placing you at the centre of a live Security Operations Centre where you'll maintain situational awareness across multiple domains, coordinate incident response, and ensure effective operational decision-making. You'll act as the operational lead within a fast-paced control room environment, working closely with cyber, network, infrastructure and security teams to maintain service resilience and operational control. Key Responsibilities Maintain a single operational picture across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. Monitor live environments and assess alerts and incidents in Real Time. Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. Manage incident prioritisation and escalation in accordance with operational procedures. Coordinate response activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. Maintain accurate operational records, dashboards and shift logs. Deliver comprehensive operational handovers to ensure continuous situational awareness. Role Profile This is an operational leadership position with a balanced technical focus: 60% Operational Leadership & Incident Coordination 40% Technical Awareness & Alert Triage The successful contractor will be comfortable leading operational response, interpreting technical information, asking the right questions, and driving resolution in a live, high-pressure environment. Essential Skills & Experience Experience working within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . Strong understanding of SOC and NOC processes, including alert triage and escalation. Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, dashboards and operational logs. Knowledge of incident severity, impact assessment and prioritisation. Proven experience coordinating technical teams during critical incidents. Excellent communication, stakeholder management and decision-making skills. Ability to remain calm, organised and decisive in operationally critical environments. Ideal Background We're particularly interested in contractors from backgrounds such as: SOC Manager or Senior SOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. Senior NOC Analyst or Operations Lead within a 24/7 operational environment. Service Operations Manager supporting secure or mission-critical services. Contract Details 3-year contract offering long-term programme stability. £550-£600 per day (Outside IR35). Full-time, on-site role based in Hounslow Park . Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment on a nationally significant programme. Mandatory Requirements Due to the sensitive nature of this programme, applicants must : Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . Be a sole UK national . Be available to work full-time on-site in Hounslow Park .
Wolviston Management Services are proud to be supporting our client in the recruitment of a Desktop Support Analyst on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the potential for extension. Job Overview The Commercial Desktop Support Analyst provides business-critical desktop support for Commercial traders, schedulers, and operations teams who rely on stable workstations, trading applications, market data tools, collaboration platforms, and secure network connectivity. This role resolves desktop, software, hardware, access, performance, and connectivity issues that can directly impact trading, scheduling, and real-time business execution. The position operates in a 24x7 follow-the-sun support model with Houston, London, and Singapore desktop teams to ensure continuous coverage, timely handoffs, and minimal service disruption. The successful candidate brings strong troubleshooting discipline, clear communication, and the ability to support demanding front-office users with urgency and professionalism. Key Responsibilities Trade desktop support: Provide Tier II/III support for traders, schedulers, and Commercial users across desktops, laptops, virtual desktops, peripherals, Microsoft 365, collaboration tools, market data tools, and core business applications. Service restoration: Troubleshoot and resolve high-impact workstation, application, printing, audio/video, authentication, network, and connectivity issues affecting trading or scheduling activity. Global coverage: Participate in 24x7 on-call, shift-based, and follow-the-sun support with Houston, London, and Singapore teams, ensuring clear handoffs and timely escalation. Incident ownership: Manage incidents, service requests, and escalations through closure while coordinating with infrastructure, network, security, application, and vendor teams. Endpoint lifecycle support: Support workstation builds, operating system upgrades, software deployment, image management, patching, endpoint security, encryption, and hardware refresh activities. Continuous improvement: Identify recurring issues, document fixes, improve knowledge articles, automate repeatable tasks where practical, and contribute to service stability. Security and compliance: Follow change, access, cyber, data protection, endpoint security, and audit requirements while maintaining a secure desktop environment. Required Skills and Experience 5+ years of desktop, endpoint, or technical support experience in a Windows enterprise environment. Strong troubleshooting experiences across Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365, Teams, Outlook, browsers, printers, peripherals, and enterprise productivity tools. Experience supporting trading, scheduling, logistics, energy, financial services, or other time-sensitive business environments. Working knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VPN, wireless, authentication, endpoint security, and remote support tools. Experience with desktop deployment, imaging, software packaging, patching, endpoint encryption, antivirus/endpoint protection, and privileged access tools. Ability to diagnose workstation, application, performance, login, network, and connectivity issues using structured troubleshooting methods. Experience managing incidents, service requests, escalations, and documentation through ITSM tools. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate across business users and global technical teams. Ability to work independently, prioritize competing issues, and remain composed in high-pressure trade floor or front-office support situations. Willingness to support 24x7 on-call, shift rotation, weekend coverage, and global handoff needs. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. Experience supporting Commercial, ETRM/CTRM, commodity trading, scheduling, logistics, market data, or risk management platforms. Experience with endpoint management tools such as Microsoft Intune, SCCM/MECM, MDT, Defender, Beyond Trust/Avecto, McAfee, or similar technologies. Scripting experience with PowerShell, Python, VBScript, SQL, or similar tools to automate diagnostics, reporting, or remediation tasks. Understanding of ITIL practices, change management, incident management, problem management, knowledge management, and service level expectations. Experience creating support procedures, escalation guides, operational runbooks, and knowledge articles. Success Profile The ideal candidate is a technically strong, customer-focused desktop support professional who understands the urgency of Commercial trading and scheduling operations. They take ownership, communicate clearly, resolve issues quickly, and work effectively across regional and global teams to keep critical Commercial users productive around the clock.
Aug 02, 2026
Contractor
Wolviston Management Services are proud to be supporting our client in the recruitment of a Desktop Support Analyst on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with the potential for extension. Job Overview The Commercial Desktop Support Analyst provides business-critical desktop support for Commercial traders, schedulers, and operations teams who rely on stable workstations, trading applications, market data tools, collaboration platforms, and secure network connectivity. This role resolves desktop, software, hardware, access, performance, and connectivity issues that can directly impact trading, scheduling, and real-time business execution. The position operates in a 24x7 follow-the-sun support model with Houston, London, and Singapore desktop teams to ensure continuous coverage, timely handoffs, and minimal service disruption. The successful candidate brings strong troubleshooting discipline, clear communication, and the ability to support demanding front-office users with urgency and professionalism. Key Responsibilities Trade desktop support: Provide Tier II/III support for traders, schedulers, and Commercial users across desktops, laptops, virtual desktops, peripherals, Microsoft 365, collaboration tools, market data tools, and core business applications. Service restoration: Troubleshoot and resolve high-impact workstation, application, printing, audio/video, authentication, network, and connectivity issues affecting trading or scheduling activity. Global coverage: Participate in 24x7 on-call, shift-based, and follow-the-sun support with Houston, London, and Singapore teams, ensuring clear handoffs and timely escalation. Incident ownership: Manage incidents, service requests, and escalations through closure while coordinating with infrastructure, network, security, application, and vendor teams. Endpoint lifecycle support: Support workstation builds, operating system upgrades, software deployment, image management, patching, endpoint security, encryption, and hardware refresh activities. Continuous improvement: Identify recurring issues, document fixes, improve knowledge articles, automate repeatable tasks where practical, and contribute to service stability. Security and compliance: Follow change, access, cyber, data protection, endpoint security, and audit requirements while maintaining a secure desktop environment. Required Skills and Experience 5+ years of desktop, endpoint, or technical support experience in a Windows enterprise environment. Strong troubleshooting experiences across Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365, Teams, Outlook, browsers, printers, peripherals, and enterprise productivity tools. Experience supporting trading, scheduling, logistics, energy, financial services, or other time-sensitive business environments. Working knowledge of Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, VPN, wireless, authentication, endpoint security, and remote support tools. Experience with desktop deployment, imaging, software packaging, patching, endpoint encryption, antivirus/endpoint protection, and privileged access tools. Ability to diagnose workstation, application, performance, login, network, and connectivity issues using structured troubleshooting methods. Experience managing incidents, service requests, escalations, and documentation through ITSM tools. Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to coordinate across business users and global technical teams. Ability to work independently, prioritize competing issues, and remain composed in high-pressure trade floor or front-office support situations. Willingness to support 24x7 on-call, shift rotation, weekend coverage, and global handoff needs. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. Experience supporting Commercial, ETRM/CTRM, commodity trading, scheduling, logistics, market data, or risk management platforms. Experience with endpoint management tools such as Microsoft Intune, SCCM/MECM, MDT, Defender, Beyond Trust/Avecto, McAfee, or similar technologies. Scripting experience with PowerShell, Python, VBScript, SQL, or similar tools to automate diagnostics, reporting, or remediation tasks. Understanding of ITIL practices, change management, incident management, problem management, knowledge management, and service level expectations. Experience creating support procedures, escalation guides, operational runbooks, and knowledge articles. Success Profile The ideal candidate is a technically strong, customer-focused desktop support professional who understands the urgency of Commercial trading and scheduling operations. They take ownership, communicate clearly, resolve issues quickly, and work effectively across regional and global teams to keep critical Commercial users productive around the clock.
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Hanslope, Buckinghamshire
SOC Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes Salary: 65,000 + 10,000 Bonus Employment Type: Permanent Security Clearance: Must hold current MOD DV Clearance Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are seeking an experienced SOC Analyst to join a high-profile operational environment, supporting critical services within a secure, live operations centre. This is a unique hybrid position that combines operational leadership with technical awareness . You'll take ownership of the live operational picture, coordinating incident response across cyber, network, infrastructure and physical security teams while ensuring informed, timely decision-making. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced control room environment and can confidently lead operational response without needing to be a deep technical specialist. Key Responsibilities Maintain a single operational view across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. Monitor live operational environments and assess alerts and incidents in real time. Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. Control incident prioritisation and escalation in line with operational procedures. Coordinate activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. Maintain accurate operational logs, dashboards and reporting. Deliver effective shift handovers and maintain continuous situational awareness. About the Role This position is intentionally balanced between operational leadership and technical understanding: 60% Operational Leadership & Coordination 40% Technical Awareness & Incident Triage You'll be expected to understand operational and technical information, ask the right questions, coordinate the right teams and maintain control during high-pressure situations. Essential Skills & Experience Experience within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . Good understanding of SOC and NOC workflows, including alert triage and escalation processes. Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, operational dashboards and logs at a high level. Strong understanding of incident severity, business impact and prioritisation. Proven experience coordinating multiple technical teams during live incidents. Excellent communication, decision-making and stakeholder management skills. Ability to remain calm and organised in time-critical operational environments. Ideal Background We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience as: Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. Senior SOC Analyst or NOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. Service Operations Lead within a 24/7 operations or command centre. Operational Duty Manager supporting secure or critical environments. What's on Offer 65,000 basic salary. 10,000 annual bonus. Permanent position. Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment. Challenging and rewarding operational leadership role with significant responsibility. Eligibility Requirements Due to the nature of this position, applicants must : Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . Be a sole UK national . Be able to work full-time on-site in Hanslope Park .
Jul 29, 2026
Full time
SOC Analyst (DV Cleared) Location: Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes Salary: 65,000 + 10,000 Bonus Employment Type: Permanent Security Clearance: Must hold current MOD DV Clearance Nationality Requirement: Sole UK Nationals only Overview We are seeking an experienced SOC Analyst to join a high-profile operational environment, supporting critical services within a secure, live operations centre. This is a unique hybrid position that combines operational leadership with technical awareness . You'll take ownership of the live operational picture, coordinating incident response across cyber, network, infrastructure and physical security teams while ensuring informed, timely decision-making. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced control room environment and can confidently lead operational response without needing to be a deep technical specialist. Key Responsibilities Maintain a single operational view across cyber, network, service and physical security domains. Monitor live operational environments and assess alerts and incidents in real time. Perform initial triage and validation of alerts, reducing noise and ensuring accurate incident classification. Control incident prioritisation and escalation in line with operational procedures. Coordinate activities across SOC, NOC, Infrastructure and Security teams. Support and lead Major Incident Management activities where required. Maintain accurate operational logs, dashboards and reporting. Deliver effective shift handovers and maintain continuous situational awareness. About the Role This position is intentionally balanced between operational leadership and technical understanding: 60% Operational Leadership & Coordination 40% Technical Awareness & Incident Triage You'll be expected to understand operational and technical information, ask the right questions, coordinate the right teams and maintain control during high-pressure situations. Essential Skills & Experience Experience within a SOC, NOC, Major Incident Management or 24/7 Operations Centre . Good understanding of SOC and NOC workflows, including alert triage and escalation processes. Ability to interpret monitoring alerts, operational dashboards and logs at a high level. Strong understanding of incident severity, business impact and prioritisation. Proven experience coordinating multiple technical teams during live incidents. Excellent communication, decision-making and stakeholder management skills. Ability to remain calm and organised in time-critical operational environments. Ideal Background We would particularly welcome applications from candidates with experience as: Major Incident Manager with technical exposure. Senior SOC Analyst or NOC Analyst with leadership responsibilities. Service Operations Lead within a 24/7 operations or command centre. Operational Duty Manager supporting secure or critical environments. What's on Offer 65,000 basic salary. 10,000 annual bonus. Permanent position. Opportunity to work within a highly secure, mission-critical environment. Challenging and rewarding operational leadership role with significant responsibility. Eligibility Requirements Due to the nature of this position, applicants must : Hold current MOD Developed Vetting (DV) Clearance . Be a sole UK national . Be able to work full-time on-site in Hanslope Park .
Contract Service Desk Manager (1st Line & Request Fulfilment) Location: Preston (5 days per week on-site) Contract: Initial 6 months IR35: Outside IR35 Rate: DOE Start: Immediate/Next few weeks The Opportunity We're looking for an experienced Service Desk Manager to join a large enterprise technology function on an initial six-month contract. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll take ownership of a busy 1st Line Service Desk supporting several thousand users. The focus is on improving service quality, increasing operational efficiency, driving automation and creating a high-performing customer-focused support function. You'll work alongside senior technology leaders to improve service operations, enhance colleague experience and deliver measurable improvements across people, process and technology. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day operation of a large-scale 1st Line Service Desk. Improve SLA, XLA, CSAT and First Contact Resolution performance. Optimise ticket triage, routing and request fulfilment processes. Drive self-service, automation and shift-left initiatives. Own service reporting, operational metrics and continual improvement activities. Improve knowledge management and reduce recurring incidents. Lead and develop Service Desk Team Leaders and Analysts. Support Major Incident response and service recovery activities. Work closely with Infrastructure, Engineering, Security and business stakeholders. Identify opportunities to simplify support processes and improve customer experience. Essential Experience We're looking for someone who has experience leading enterprise-scale Service Desk operations, including: Managing Service Desk teams supporting thousands of users. ITIL Service Management. ServiceNow, Freshservice, Jira Service Management or similar ITSM platforms. Strong operational reporting and KPI management. Continual Service Improvement (CSI). Request Fulfilment and Knowledge Management. Service Desk transformation or operational improvement programmes. Building high-performing support teams. Managing suppliers and internal stakeholders. Major Incident Management. Desirable Experience delivering Service Desk automation. Exposure to AI-assisted Service Management. ITIL v4 certification. Knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform or Copilot. Experience within large enterprise or multi-site organisations. About You You'll be a delivery-focused Service Desk leader who enjoys improving how technology support operates. You're comfortable working in fast-paced enterprise environments, using data to drive decisions and bringing structure, pace and accountability to operational teams. You'll be equally comfortable leading people, engaging senior stakeholders and rolling your sleeves up to improve processes where required. Contract Details Initial 6-month contract Outside IR35 5 days per week on-site in Preston Rate: DOE Immediate start preferred (within the next few weeks) If you're available immediately or becoming available shortly and have a proven background in leading enterprise Service Desk operations, we'd be keen to hear from you.
Jul 15, 2026
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Contract Service Desk Manager (1st Line & Request Fulfilment) Location: Preston (5 days per week on-site) Contract: Initial 6 months IR35: Outside IR35 Rate: DOE Start: Immediate/Next few weeks The Opportunity We're looking for an experienced Service Desk Manager to join a large enterprise technology function on an initial six-month contract. This is a hands-on leadership role where you'll take ownership of a busy 1st Line Service Desk supporting several thousand users. The focus is on improving service quality, increasing operational efficiency, driving automation and creating a high-performing customer-focused support function. You'll work alongside senior technology leaders to improve service operations, enhance colleague experience and deliver measurable improvements across people, process and technology. Key Responsibilities Lead the day-to-day operation of a large-scale 1st Line Service Desk. Improve SLA, XLA, CSAT and First Contact Resolution performance. Optimise ticket triage, routing and request fulfilment processes. Drive self-service, automation and shift-left initiatives. Own service reporting, operational metrics and continual improvement activities. Improve knowledge management and reduce recurring incidents. Lead and develop Service Desk Team Leaders and Analysts. Support Major Incident response and service recovery activities. Work closely with Infrastructure, Engineering, Security and business stakeholders. Identify opportunities to simplify support processes and improve customer experience. Essential Experience We're looking for someone who has experience leading enterprise-scale Service Desk operations, including: Managing Service Desk teams supporting thousands of users. ITIL Service Management. ServiceNow, Freshservice, Jira Service Management or similar ITSM platforms. Strong operational reporting and KPI management. Continual Service Improvement (CSI). Request Fulfilment and Knowledge Management. Service Desk transformation or operational improvement programmes. Building high-performing support teams. Managing suppliers and internal stakeholders. Major Incident Management. Desirable Experience delivering Service Desk automation. Exposure to AI-assisted Service Management. ITIL v4 certification. Knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform or Copilot. Experience within large enterprise or multi-site organisations. About You You'll be a delivery-focused Service Desk leader who enjoys improving how technology support operates. You're comfortable working in fast-paced enterprise environments, using data to drive decisions and bringing structure, pace and accountability to operational teams. You'll be equally comfortable leading people, engaging senior stakeholders and rolling your sleeves up to improve processes where required. Contract Details Initial 6-month contract Outside IR35 5 days per week on-site in Preston Rate: DOE Immediate start preferred (within the next few weeks) If you're available immediately or becoming available shortly and have a proven background in leading enterprise Service Desk operations, we'd be keen to hear from you.
IT Technical Support Location : Welwyn garden city (5 days on-site required) Contract Length : 12 months. Rate: £300 per day inside umbrella Join Our Team as an IT Technical Support Specialist! Our client is seeking an enthusiastic IT Technical Support Specialist to join their dynamic team! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex issues, and are ready to support critical technology systems, we want to hear from you! About the Role: As an IT Technical Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional support to both our customers and colleagues across various technology platforms. Collaborating closely with Product, Engineering, and Infrastructure teams, you'll ensure timely resolutions and keep everyone informed throughout the process. Key Responsibilities: Investigate and diagnose technology issues reported by users. Collaborate with peers, systems analysts, and managers to resolve or escalate incidents. Identify wide-impact issues and engage relevant teams to resolve them within SLA. Provide meeting room support and assist the Events team in delivering seamless support for executive events. Work with third-party contractors for major events (e.g., Tesco results broadcasts). Collaborate with technology teams (AV, Networks, Meeting Room Support) for testing during large-scale events. Maintain ownership of issues, ensuring timely updates for stakeholders. Stay updated with technology trends to improve resolution times and share insights with the team. Identify and implement process improvements while publishing knowledge base articles for new issues. Generate reports on ticket volumes and collaborate with the team to provide on-site support five days a week. Be available for occasional out-of-hours/weekend support for planned activities. To excel in this role, you should have: Strong knowledge of ITIL processes (Incident and Problem Management) and IT Asset Management. Proficiency in ITSM tools (e.g., ZenDesk, Service Now). Expertise in Windows 11, Office 365 Suite, iOS, Android, printers, and security tooling. Familiarity with meeting room technologies (Cisco TP, MTR) and network troubleshooting. Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset. Experience in a 24/7 shift environment with strong call handling skills. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Oct 07, 2025
Full time
IT Technical Support Location : Welwyn garden city (5 days on-site required) Contract Length : 12 months. Rate: £300 per day inside umbrella Join Our Team as an IT Technical Support Specialist! Our client is seeking an enthusiastic IT Technical Support Specialist to join their dynamic team! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving complex issues, and are ready to support critical technology systems, we want to hear from you! About the Role: As an IT Technical Support Specialist, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional support to both our customers and colleagues across various technology platforms. Collaborating closely with Product, Engineering, and Infrastructure teams, you'll ensure timely resolutions and keep everyone informed throughout the process. Key Responsibilities: Investigate and diagnose technology issues reported by users. Collaborate with peers, systems analysts, and managers to resolve or escalate incidents. Identify wide-impact issues and engage relevant teams to resolve them within SLA. Provide meeting room support and assist the Events team in delivering seamless support for executive events. Work with third-party contractors for major events (e.g., Tesco results broadcasts). Collaborate with technology teams (AV, Networks, Meeting Room Support) for testing during large-scale events. Maintain ownership of issues, ensuring timely updates for stakeholders. Stay updated with technology trends to improve resolution times and share insights with the team. Identify and implement process improvements while publishing knowledge base articles for new issues. Generate reports on ticket volumes and collaborate with the team to provide on-site support five days a week. Be available for occasional out-of-hours/weekend support for planned activities. To excel in this role, you should have: Strong knowledge of ITIL processes (Incident and Problem Management) and IT Asset Management. Proficiency in ITSM tools (e.g., ZenDesk, Service Now). Expertise in Windows 11, Office 365 Suite, iOS, Android, printers, and security tooling. Familiarity with meeting room technologies (Cisco TP, MTR) and network troubleshooting. Excellent communication skills and a customer-focused mindset. Experience in a 24/7 shift environment with strong call handling skills. Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
