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Senior Infrastructure & Directory Services Engineer - Defence Programme Location: Caerphilly (with travel to Defence/Ministry of Defence sites as required)Clearance: SC (must hold or be eligible); DV highly desirablePackage: £65,000 + Bonus + comprehensive benefitsWorking Pattern: Hybrid (Mon & Fri optional WFH)This is a fantastic opportunity for you, a Senior infrastructure and Director Services Engineer - or similar, to join a long?established, financially robust technology provider with comprehensive experience delivering secure IT solutions across the UK public sector. The Opportunity A major Defence customer is undertaking an extensive programme to build a secure, on?premise, multi?domain virtualised infrastructure that underpins mission?critical and operational capabilities. As a Senior Infrastructure & Directory Services Engineer, you will design, implement, and support enterprise services across several secure domains - including Active Directory, identity services, Windows Server, DNS/DHCP, PKI, authentication platforms, and related Microsoft ecosystem components. Key Responsibilities - Architect, manage, and maintain multi?site Active Directory environments- Administer DNS, DHCP, and PKI in secure operational environments- Design and enforce Group Policy Objects (GPOs)- Manage Web Application Proxy (WAP), RDS, and federation services- Ensure alignment with MOD security standards- Participate in design reviews and Change Advisory Boards (CAB)- Work closely with security, cloud, networking, Linux, and virtualisation teams- Monitor performance using Splunk, event logging, and PowerShell automation- Automate tasks using PowerShell (essential) or Ansible (desirable) Essential Skills & Experience - Multi?site Active Directory support- Windows Server, DNS, DHCP- GPO design and troubleshooting- PKI and certificate services- Web Application Proxy & RDS- Strong PowerShell scripting- Working in a Defence or Government environment Desirable Skills - Defence sector experience- VMware vSphere, vCenter, ESXi; awareness of NSX?T- SIEM/monitoring experience- Ansible or other automation tools- Linux/Unix integration with AD- Secure WAN technologies (BGP/MPLS/VPN)- Existing SC/DV clearance Qualifications - Microsoft Identity & Access Administrator (or equivalent)- ITIL v4 Foundation or higher- Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience Personal Attributes - Customer?focused and committed to service excellence- Strong ownership and reliability- Willingness to challenge established practices- Driven, proactive, and collaborativeIf you are a Senior Infrastructure and Director Services Engineer or similar, with a background in Defence, then please send your CV to me today as this will go quickly.

Unix/Linux Engineer Bristol, Barrow-in-Furness or Manchester (Hybrid working 3 days office) £55,000 - £64,000 + Excellent Benefits (Benefits will include a mix of - Training, Medical Plan, Dental, Health, Pension, Group Income Protection, Eye Test, Gym Discount, Cycle to work scheme and many more ) Full Time | Permanent Willing/Eligible to undergo SC clearance (sole UK passport holder) Deerfoot Recruitment is delighted to be supporting a leading global consultancy organisation in the search for a skilled Unix/Linux Engineer to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced systems professional to work within a dynamic and supportive environment, contributing to the stability and performance of critical infrastructure. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting and maintaining Unix/Linux-based systems across both production and development environments, ensuring high availability and reliability through proactive monitoring and issue resolution. You will be able to choose the base location nearest to your home - Bristol, Manchester or Barrow-in-Furness Key Responsibilities: Monitor, maintain and support Unix/Linux systems, responding to incidents and service requests in line with SLAs Perform routine system checks, patching and updates to ensure optimal performance and security Troubleshoot system, application, network and hardware issues, working closely with end users Manage user accounts, permissions and file systems Maintain system security and respond to vulnerability alerts Produce and maintain clear technical documentation Participate in an on-call support rota Key Skills & Experience: Proven experience in Unix/Linux support and administration Strong knowledge of Solaris (10 & 11 essential; 8/9 desirable) and Red Hat Linux Experience with tools and technologies such as Ansible, Docker/Mirantis/Podman Scripting skills (eg Bash, Python) Familiarity with VMware and monitoring tools (eg vROPS) Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication skills with a customer-focused approach Additional Requirements: Willingness and eligibility to undergo SC clearance (sole UK passport holders only) Working Arrangement: This role offers a hybrid working model, combining time across company offices, client sites and home working. Please note that this is not a fully remote position and 3 days on-site presence will be required each week. Benefits: A generous benefits package is on offer, including training and development opportunities, private medical and dental cover, pension scheme, group income protection, gym discounts, cycle to work scheme, eye care support and more. If you are a motivated Unix/Linux Engineer looking to take the next step in your career within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, Deerfoot Recruitment would be keen to hear from you. Linux/Unix Systems Engineer/Unix/Linux Infrastructure Engineer/Linux/Unix Systems Administrator/Linux Systems Engineer/Unix Systems Engineer/Unix/Linux IT Engineer/Linux Platform Engineer/Linux Systems Support Specialist/Linux Infrastructure Support Engineer/Unix/Linux System Support Analyst Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is a leading independent tech recruitment consultancy in the UK. For every CV sent to clients, we donate £1 to The Born Free Foundation. We are a Climate Action Workforce in partnership with Ecologi. If this role isn't right for you, explore our referral reward program with payouts at interview and placement milestones. Visit our website for details. Deerfoot Recruitment Solutions Ltd is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Bristol An exciting opportunity for a passionate Storage and Backup engineer to join a unique, multi-national Information Management function. Ideal candidates should be committed to the future of software defined data centres and open source technologies and have the dedication in supporting our engineering community in a dynamic, fast paced development environment. Salary: Up to £68,000 depending on experience Dynamic (hybrid) working: 1-2 days per week on-site due to workload classification Security Clearance: British Citizen. This role will require DV Clearance. Restrictions and/or limitations relating to nationality and/or rights to work may apply. As a minimum and after offer stage, all successful candidates will need to undergo HMG Basic Personnel Security Standard checks (BPSS), which are managed by the MBDA Personnel Security Team. What we can offer you: Company Bonus: Bonus of up to 21% of base salary Pension: maximum total (employer and employee) contribution of up to 14% Flexible working: We welcome applicants who are looking for flexible working arrangements Enhanced parental leave: offers up to 26 weeks for maternity, adoption and shared parental leave -enhancements are available for paternity leave, neonatal leave and fertility testing and treatments Facilities: Fantastic site facilities including subsidised meals, free car parking and much more Healthcare Cash Plan: The Healthcare Cash Plan benefit provides the option to claim cash back on everyday healthcare expenses such as optical, dental, health and wellbeing and more The opportunity: We are seeking a skilled Storage & Backup Engineer to design, implement, maintain, and support enterprise storage and data protection solutions. The role focuses on ensuring high availability, reliability, and security of data across on-premises and internal cloud environments. The engineer will work closely with infrastructure and security teams to deliver scalable storage architectures and robust backup and recovery strategies. Become part of a unique, well-respected team of dedicated people that have been recognised within our company for its professionalism, dedication and flexibility. Having the opportunity to work both nationally and internationally, broaden your horizons by embracing the rich cultural diversity of our company. Partner with both engineers within MBDA and HPC vendors to ensure HPC services are meeting evolving business needs. Be part of an organisation with a values-led culture that is committed to investing in its workforce with a personal development programme. Key Responsibilities Design, implement, and maintain enterprise storage infrastructure including SAN, NAS, and object storage systems. Manage and administer backup and recovery solutions to ensure reliable data protection and disaster recovery capabilities. Monitor storage capacity, performance, and utilization, and plan for future growth. Configure and maintain backup policies, schedules, and retention strategies. Perform regular backup verification, restore testing, and disaster recovery drills. Troubleshoot storage and backup issues and provide root cause analysis. Implement data lifecycle management, archiving, and replication strategies. Ensure compliance with data protection, security, and regulatory requirements. Collaborate with system administrators and application teams to support infrastructure needs. Automate storage and backup operations using scripting or infrastructure automation tools. Maintain documentation for storage architectures, backup procedures, and recovery processes. What we're looking for from you: Experience in enterprise storage and backup administration. Strong experience with SAN, NAS, and storage virtualisation technologies. Hands-on experience with backup solutions such as: Veritas NetBackup Veeam Backup & Replication Cohesity Experience with storage platforms such as: NetApp storage arrays HPE storage solutions Knowledge of RAID, replication, snapshot, and deduplication technologies. Experience with Linux and Windows server environments. Understanding of disaster recovery planning and business continuity. Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning skills. Our company: Peace is not a given, Freedom is not a given, Sovereignty is not a given MBDA is a leading defence organisation. We are proud of the role we play in supporting the Armed Forces who protect our nations. We partner with governments to work together towards a common goal, defending our freedom. We are proud of our employee-led networks, examples include: Gender Equality, Pride, Menopause Matters, Parents and Carers, Armed Forces, Ethnic Diversity, Neurodiversity, Disability and more We recognise that everyone is unique, and we encourage you to speak to us should you require any advice, support or adjustments throughout our recruitment process. Follow us on LinkedIn (MBDA), X Instagram (MBDA_UK) and Glassdoor or visit our MBDA Careers website for more information.

Senior Infrastructure Engineer/Linux/6 months/Contract/£550/DV Clearance/Milton Keynes The Linux SME will deliver expert support for enterprise Linux platforms operating within a secure, assured infrastructure. The role will focus on system stability, performance, security and troubleshooting across a range of Linux-based services. The role will include supporting and delivering Linux based development activities, including building and maintaining development environments, containerising applications and services, and supporting modern deployment approaches alongside traditional platform operations and Objectives: Desirable qualifications RHCSA - Red Hat Certified System Administrator, or RHCE - Red Hat Certified Engineer, or LFCS - Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator Or LPIC 1 or LPIC 2 (Linux Professional Institute) This role requires the successful candidate to already hold DV clearance due to the nature of the project and work.

Linux Engineer-SC Security Cleared/DV Cleared Linux Engineer ideally SC or DV Security Clearance is needed to support our central government client to support high tiered systems within the Linux across BA and projects. The Linux Engineer will be responsible for delivering Linux support for enterprise Linux platforms operating within a secure, assured infrastructure. The role will focus on system stability, performance, security and troubleshooting across a range of Linux based services. Linux Engineer-SC Security Cleared/DV Cleared-Essential Experience Solid Linux skills including Linux based development activities including building and maintaining development environments, containerising applications and services. Strong Linux administration skills and experience working within formal service management and security frameworks. Current DV Security Clearance or SC Security Clearance or eligibility Ability to supporting and delivering Linux based development activities including building and maintaining development environments, containerising applications and services, and supporting modern deployment approaches alongside traditional platform operations and objectives. Capability to be a key lead in conversations around environment development and growth utilising automation techniques to improve the infrastructure. Able to work with infrastructure specialists to resolve incidents, support platform improvements and maintain robust operational documentation. Linux Engineer-SC Security Cleared/DV Cleared- Desirable Experience RHCSA - Red Hat Certified System Administrator, or RHCE - Red Hat Certified Engineer, or LFCS - Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator, LPIC 1 or LPIC 2 (Linux Professional Institute) The role is full time on site in Milton Keynes Pay rate is £500-£535pday inside IR35 6 Month initial contract with scope to extend

Our client, a fast-growing global robotics and aerospace company in the Defence & Security sector, is looking for an IT Support Engineer to join their team in Fareham, UK on a contract basis starting ASAP. The organisation is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge uncrewed vehicles (drones) for dual-use applications across air, land, and sea. As an IT Support Engineer, you will play a vital role in maintaining and advancing the company's IT infrastructure and security stance in the UK. Your efforts will ensure the stability, security, and continual improvement of IT systems while aligning with the strategic direction set by the IT Manager. This on-site position involves taking charge of daily IT operations across UK sites and providing crucial support as business needs evolve. Key Responsibilities: Provide advanced technical support for user hardware, software, and network infrastructure across UK operations, ensuring minimal disruption to business-critical activities. Take ownership of incident and problem management, handling complex technical challenges independently with timely resolution and thorough documentation. Monitor system performance, implement optimisation strategies, and oversee backup, patching, and disaster recovery processes for UK systems. Develop and deploy security solutions in response to vulnerability alerts within strict timeframes, ensuring compliance with Cyber Essentials Plus standards and defence industry security requirements. Support IT projects, system upgrades, testing, and rollouts across UK sites. Proactively identify IT risks and opportunities for infrastructure improvement. Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for systems, processes, and procedures. Manage IT asset tracking, stock levels, and vendor relationships for procurement and escalated support. Collaborate with the IT Manager on strategic IT development plans and security initiatives. Provide mentorship and guidance to junior IT support staff as the team grows (subject to resource planning). Job Requirements: Experience in 2nd line IT support or systems administration. Strong expertise in Microsoft Windows 11, Windows Server, and M365 administration. Proven experience with Group Policy and Intune configurations. Experience implementing and managing internet and email filtering solutions. Experience with DEFSTAN 05-138 or implementing it. Solid networking knowledge including firewalls, Wi-Fi, TCP/IP, DNS, and DHCP. Mobile device support and MDM platform administration experience. Hands-on experience supporting Microsoft Exchange, Teams, and SharePoint. Strong understanding of ITIL processes and experience with ITSM tools. Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and take ownership of complex technical challenges. Excellent troubleshooting, problem-solving, and analytical skills. Strong communication and customer service capabilities. Experience working within environments requiring strict security and regulatory compliance, ideally in defence or aerospace sectors. Preferred Qualifications: Linux (Ubuntu) administration experience. Experience with virtualisation technologies (VMware, Hyper-V). Cloud platform experience, particularly with Intune, Azure, or AWS. Demonstrated experience with Cyber Essentials Plus standards and auditing processes. PowerShell scripting and automation capabilities. Microsoft certifications (MCSA, Azure Administrator, etc.). CompTIA A+/Network+ or CCNA certifications. ITIL Foundation certification. Location: This role is based on site in Fareham , working closely with our IT Manager and collaborating with our international team. Security Requirement: To be eligible for this role, you must be able to meet the Baseline Personnel Security Standard (BPSS). This includes confirming your identity, legal right to work in the UK, recent employment history, and criminal record (unspent convictions only). If you are an experienced IT Support Engineer ready to take on a challenging role in a fast-paced, innovative company, we would like to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team in Fareham.

Sybase Database Administrator (Contract) Duration: 12 Months (Possibility for extension) Location: Bromley/Hybrid (3 days per week on site) Rate: A highly competitive Umbrella Day Rate is available for suitable candidates Role Profile We are a leading player in the Investment Banking sector, committed to delivering excellence through innovative solutions and cutting-edge technology. Our EMEA Sybase team is expanding, and we are on the lookout for a skilled Sybase Database Administrator (DBA) to join us on a contract basis. If you thrive in high-stakes environments and have a passion for database management, we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: Installing, configuring, and maintaining Sybase ASE and Replication Server environments. Managing database upgrades, patching, migrations, and version lifecycle activities. Overseeing platform migrations from RHEL7/8 to RHEL9. Implementing and managing database security, roles, permissions, and auditing. Monitoring database environments to identify and resolve performance bottlenecks. Optimizing SQL queries, indexes, server configurations, and resource allocation. Diagnosing and resolving blocking, deadlocks, contention, and execution plan issues. Maintaining and improving backup and recovery strategies using Sybase Backup Server. Supporting high-availability and replication architectures, including DR environments. Conducting regular recovery testing and ensuring compliance with DR procedures. Providing L2/L3 support for production and non-production database incidents and requests. Collaborating with development and application teams on schema changes, data insights, and integration. Creating and maintaining automation scripts for routine tasks. Participating in an on-call rotation to provide out-of-hours support for critical production systems. Developing and maintaining detailed documentation for configurations, processes, and operational procedures. Ensuring all database environments comply with security, governance, and compliance standards. Supporting internal and external audits with necessary evidence and reporting. Skills and Experience: Hands-on experience as a Sybase DBA in enterprise environments. Deep expertise in Sybase ASE administration, tuning, troubleshooting, and configuration. Strong experience with Sybase Replication Server. Advanced SQL skills, including query tuning and a solid understanding of execution plans. Proven experience supporting high-availability, 24/7 production environments. Proficiency with Unix/Linux systems and shell scripting. Strong analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently in a contract role with minimal supervision. Excellent communication skills, comfortable engaging with senior management, application support, developers, and fellow technologists. Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) or database migration projects. Familiarity with other database technologies such as SQL Server and/or Oracle. Experience in the large-scale financial services enterprise sector. Exposure to automation tools (Python, Ansible) and DevOps practices. Candidates will need to show evidence of the above in their CV in order to be considered. If you feel you have the skills and experience and want to hear more about this role 'apply now' to declare your interest in this opportunity with our client. Your application will be observed by our dedicated team. We will respond to all successful applicants ASAP however, please be advised that we will always look to contact you further from this time should we need further applicants or if other opportunities arise relevant to your skillset. 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. As part of our standard hiring process to manage risk, please note background screening checks will be conducted on all hires before commencing employment. 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.

Windows Server Systems Administrator Windows Server, VMware, Active Directory, AWS, DNS 40,000 - 52,000 Hybrid - 2 Days per week in the Southampton office Windows Server Systems Administrator required to join a leading international Software Business committed to delivering high-performance IT solutions. This is a large operation and will be working within a 24/7 production environment with 85% of your time being Windows Server and 15% VMware. As a Windows Server Systems Administrator you will maintain and contribute to the ongoing reliability, performance and support of the infrastructure. This includes monitoring the operating environments, responding to incidents, problems and helping other teams as necessary. These roles have been created by team expansion and new client wins. Key Responsibilities: Manage, troubleshoot and maintain Windows Server environments Be part of a 24/7 production environment of around 25 engineers in this team Support multiple systems or applications of medium to high complexity Manage Mail, DNS, FTP, IIS and Application environments Participate in the On-Call rotation Work with cabling, racking and other tasks in Physical Data Centres Communicate events to stakeholders, teams and leadership Skills Required: 4+ Years Windows Server Administration Experience (100+ Servers) VMware Active Directory AWS SAN Storage DNS Production Environment Experience Linux Microsoft Certified, VMware Certified or AWS Certified would be desirable If you have the relevant skills for this role and are ready for the challenge, then please send your CV to (url removed) Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior Cloud Engineer - Perm - Fully Remote Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 pa Fully remote (Must live in the UK) Must be eligible for SC clearance We're looking for a Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to join our team and help design, build and optimise secure cloud solutions across AWS and Azure. You'll be a key part of a forward-thinking team, working closely with architects and developers to deliver infrastructure that enables agility and innovation. Senior Cloud Engineer Responsibilities: Designing and deploying secure, scalable, and resilient cloud infrastructure in AWS and Azure. Implementing Infrastructure as Code using tools such as Terraform, Bicep, and CloudFormation. Building automation into infrastructure delivery with CI/CD pipelines. Applying cloud security best practices including encryption, RBAC, and compliance controls. Monitoring and optimising cloud environments using tools like Azure Monitor, CloudWatch and Grafana. Supporting incident response and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Senior Cloud Engineer Skills Required: Proven hands-on experience with both AWS and Azure cloud services. Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation). Solid experience with automation tools such as Ansible or GitHub Actions. Strong understanding of Windows and Linux system administration. Familiarity with cloud security, governance, and compliance frameworks. Scripting knowledge in PowerShell, Python, or Bash. It would be great if you had: Certifications in AWS or Azure, such as AWS Solutions Architect or Azure Administrator. Experience with Kubernetes (AKS or EKS) and CI/CD tooling (Azure DevOps, Jenkins). Familiarity with cloud cost management tools and Zero Trust principles. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Do you have strong MySQL DBA skills? Are you looking for a role with autonomy and projects? Superb opportunity to join a long-established, award-winning household name brand as a MySQL Database Administrator . This is a key permanent hire where you'll take ownership of a complex on-premise database estate and play a central role in modernising their technology stack. The Opportunity This isn't a "ticket-queue" DBA role, you'll be joining a close-knit systems team as the trusted as the go-to database expert. Your work will directly impact high-volume, business-critical platforms, giving you real visibility and the chance to make a measurable difference from day one. What's on offer High-impact environment: Manage databases that power thousands of daily customer transactions. Tech modernisation: Hands-on involvement in major upgrades Autonomy: Scope to shape how performance tuning, replication, and HA are managed. Lifestyle benefits: Free daily lunch, heavily discounted products, cycle-to-work and EV leasing schemes, staff events, and long-service awards. Job Security: financially secure successful well established and highly ethical company Key Responsibilities Performance tuning of MySQL databases across a large on-premise estate. Managing replication and HA, ensuring fast recovery and minimal downtime. Proactive monitoring and optimisation. Maintaining reliable backup and recovery procedures. Collaborating with developers, analysts and the wider IT team on schema design and deployments. Supporting infrastructure upgrades and patching programmes. Candidate Profile Strong MySQL administration experience (performance tuning, HA, replication). Confident with Linux/Unix (Red Hat preferred). Comfortable in a busy on-premise environment. Familiarity with monitoring and backup tools. Desirable: SQL Server administration and storage optimisation experience. Apply now for a confidential conversation. We'll walk you through the details of the company, team culture and interview process, and help you present your experience in the strongest way.

Senior Cloud Engineer - Perm - Fully Remote Salary: £60,000 - £65,000 pa Fully remote (Must live in the UK) Must be eligible for SC clearance We're looking for a Senior Cloud Infrastructure Engineer to join our team and help design, build and optimise secure cloud solutions across AWS and Azure. You'll be a key part of a forward-thinking team, working closely with architects and developers to deliver infrastructure that enables agility and innovation. Senior Cloud Engineer Responsibilities: Designing and deploying secure, scalable, and resilient cloud infrastructure in AWS and Azure. Implementing Infrastructure as Code using tools such as Terraform, Bicep, and CloudFormation. Building automation into infrastructure delivery with CI/CD pipelines. Applying cloud security best practices including encryption, RBAC, and compliance controls. Monitoring and optimising cloud environments using tools like Azure Monitor, CloudWatch and Grafana. Supporting incident response and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Senior Cloud Engineer Skills Required: Proven hands-on experience with both AWS and Azure cloud services. Proficiency in Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep, CloudFormation). Solid experience with automation tools such as Ansible or GitHub Actions. Strong understanding of Windows and Linux system administration. Familiarity with cloud security, governance, and compliance frameworks. Scripting knowledge in PowerShell, Python, or Bash. It would be great if you had: Certifications in AWS or Azure, such as AWS Solutions Architect or Azure Administrator. Experience with Kubernetes (AKS or EKS) and CI/CD tooling (Azure DevOps, Jenkins). Familiarity with cloud cost management tools and Zero Trust principles. Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

Azure Lead Software Security Engineer with Development Background, DevSecOps, Mainly Remote Software Security Engineer Lead is required to work for a fast-growing and exciting company based in Central London. However, this will mainly be remote. Please read in full before applying We need someone with a Microsoft tech-stack background who has experience as a Azure DevSecOps Consultant or even a good old fashioned Unix / Linux Systems Administrator. We want someone with a development / some form of coding background who has blossomed into Software Security / Cloud Security engineer. We NEED for you to have strong Azure skills, NOT AWS although a blend would be acceptable. Rather than someone from a bog-standard IT Operations background, we NEED you to have come from a Development background and you MUST have a good grounding within Software Development as you will mainly working with Developers and need to be able speak their language and develop trust with them. This role was very successfully introduce into this company 2 years ago and as such they need someone to pick up the baton and continue to develop the function. You will be working with a crossfunctional teams and as such you need to have strong communication skills to be able to work various functions. There will opportunity to grow yourself and a team as the company matures. This role is a lead "hands on" role and is perfect for some who has come from a consultancy background with appropriate hands on skills. A passion a modern security approach is paramount, where you help teams build security into their daily work life and are always looking automate, streamline and shift left with compermise of quality and overall security. Read on for more details Experience Required: Demonstrable experience as a Systems Administrator or Software Developer or both! Expert Knowledge of Cloud Security Passion for DevSecOps and with knowledge of Terraform, Bicep, Sonar Clous, Wiz, and other security product like Trivy Experience with cloud computing platforms such as Microsoft Azure A strong understanding of software development methodologies and practices Ability to Rapid Risk Assessment and Threat Modeling Other technical skills required: Azure Security Monitoring including Application Insights, and SIEM Excellent communication skills to guarantee stakeholder alignment and successful outcomes at all stages of Product delivery and ongoing support. This is a great opportunity and salary is dependent upon experience. Apply now for more details.

Unix/Linux Systems Administrator (Solaris Specialist) Barrow-in-Furness £51,000 + Benefits SC Clearance Required We are seeking an experienced Unix/Linux Systems Administrator with strong Solaris expertise to join our team in Barrow-in-Furness . This is a site-based role, 5 days per week , working on critical defence and engineering programmes. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a secure and technically challenging environment, where your skills will directly support vital national infrastructure. The Role As a Systems Administrator, you will: Provide support and administration of Unix/Linux environments, with a strong focus on Solaris 10 & 11 (experience with Solaris 8/9 is highly desirable). Manage system performance, patching, upgrades, and troubleshooting. Develop and maintain automation scripts (Bash, Python, etc.) to improve efficiency and streamline operations. Support project delivery teams with technical expertise and system configuration. Ensure systems remain secure, stable, and compliant with security standards. About You We're looking for someone who has: Proven experience in Unix/Linux administration within enterprise environments. Strong knowledge of Solaris 10 & 11 (with Solaris 8/9 experience a bonus). Scripting skills in Bash, Python, or other relevant languages . A proactive approach to problem solving and continuous improvement. The ability to work independently in a highly regulated and secure environment. Security & Eligibility This role requires sole UK nationals only (dual nationals cannot be considered). You must be eligible for SC clearance (existing SC or DV clearance highly advantageous). Due to the nature of the work, the position is 100% site-based in Barrow-in-Furness . What's on Offer Salary: £51,000 per annum (flexible for exceptional Solaris expertise). Pension, holiday, and excellent benefits package. Long-term career opportunity in a secure and growing organisation. Work on mission-critical projects with a highly skilled technical team.