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Our Client is an increasingly expanding national consultancy with multidisciplinary expertise in a vast range of sectors including infrastructure, transportation, residential, medical, offices, leisure and retail. Due to a continual increase in service demand, an experienced Senior Acoustic Consultant with a strong background in building acoustics is required to further develop the acoustic business and contribute to several exciting and challenging projects throughout the UK and abroad. Qualifications Qualified to degree level in Acoustics/Noise and vibration Experience Proven relevant building acoustics experience gained working in an acoustics consultancy on building projects (including schools, commercial and residential developments) A full, clean UK car driving license would be preferred Good written, verbal and presentation skills Be numerate, literate and familiar with IT and software appropriate to the project tasks Good working knowledge of all relevant codes of practice and industry standards An ability to communicate effectively Be commercially aware Be highly motivated, conscientious and diligent with attention to detail Flexible and prepared to take on a new challenge. Duties To undertake acoustic input to building and engineering projects Attend design team meetings and advise architects and engineers on design issues relating to acoustics, noise and vibration. Assist with business development activities and client relationship management. Resolve complex acoustical engineering issues assuring compliance with statutory bodies Contribute to group expansion and develop and maintain business through networking, contact nurturing and presentations Projects Examples of projects include listed buildings refurbishments, performance spaces, auditoriums, theatres, concert halls, schools, sports stadia, offices, hotels, hospitals, tall buildings, buildings for performance, airports, convention centres and high quality residential and commercial developments. Benefits Comprehensive benefits package Full flexible working, remote and office based options 4 day week Competitive salary Career progression Challenging portfolio of high profile projects across the globe For more information or for further vacancies within the Acoustic sector please contact Amir Gharaati of Penguin Recruitment :)

SENIOR EMBEDDED SOFTWARE ENGINEER Overview: Gardasoft is the global leader in the design, manufacture, and application of high-performance LED control technology. Gardasoft has an enviable reputation within the machine vision industry that it sells to through its Distributor network for its innovative products and solutions. Based in Cambridge are the R&D facilities, production, and all support functions. We are currently recruiting a passionate and energetic Senior Embedded Software Engineer, working at Swavesey/Cambridge Location. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, optimise, and test firmware and software that executes directly on processor or embedded OS. Develop and execute unit tests, integration tests, and validation frameworks. Debug and test complex issues in firmware using oscilloscopes, logic analysers, and other test equipment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software, hardware, and product management to define and deliver product requirements. Lead the firmware release cycle, including documentation, and deployment for manufacturing. Research alternative technologies and evaluate for use within Gardasoft products. Support manufacturing and production testing, ensuring firmware stability and performance in production environments. Support the Applications team in diagnosing, debugging, and solving software faults and problems in the lab and in the field. Ensure that the codebase remains in a maintainable state, by enforcing compliance to coding standards, and version control processes. Advise and mentor the Firmware & Software Engineering team. Ensure deliveries are of a high standard by participating in project, documentation, hardware, and software reviews. Perform system integration work with PCB designers and embedded software engineers. Key Skills/Experience: Required: Proven experience in leading firmware development for bare-metal and Linux/RTOS based embedded systems. Proficiency in high-performance C/C++ development for microprocessor/microcontroller based embedded platforms. Proven experience developing firmware from concept to commercial products. Extensive knowledge and ability in software coding techniques, development tools, and full life cycle development. Experience contributing to the architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability, and scaling) of new and current systems. Proficient in Source Control management and use (e.g. Git). Competent with hardware debugging tools: oscilloscopes, logic analysers, protocol analysers, etc. High level familiarity of electronics & schematics relevant to embedded systems. Good knowledge of communication protocols e.g. TCP/UDP, SPI/I2C, CAN , SSH, HTTPS, RS232, RS485, etc. Eye for detail and problem solving ability. Proven numerical and analytical skills. Desirable Skills/Experience: Experience developing on Arm Cortex platforms; RTOS or Bare-metal. Experience of other embedded languages (e.g. Rust). Experience with secure bootloaders, cryptographic protocols, and embedded security. Working knowledge of high level languages (C#/Python or similar) for prototyping, experimentation and proof of concepts. Knowledge of hardware systems and electronic development. Data acquisition and real-time processing. Experience of real time industrial products and protocols. Experience designing and building software for test. Collaborating with customers and third parties. Working at Gardasoft you will be offered the following company benefits: Permanent full time position with long-established hi-tech company Onsite car park 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays Pension scheme Maximum Cap 10% Private Health care including dental, optical and Medicash plan. Life Assurance (4 x salary compensation) Annual Performance Review Christmas Gift/Bonus Flexible working hours (Total: 37.5 hours per week Mon-Friday) Onsite working Can working from home up to 2 days per week subject to line manager s approval as an ad-hoc request. Friendly working environment Company s fun events

Primary Details Time Type: Full time Worker Type: Employee SOC Principal Analyst Permanent London/ Hybrid At QBE, our purpose is to enable a more resilient future. We are an international insurer and reinsurer with a local presence in 27 countries. The Opportunity QBE Europe is currently recruiting a SOC Principal Analyst to join our cyber security team in our London Office. Reporting to regional team leads, the SOC Principal Analyst will be a key member of our rapidly growing Global Security Operations team. Your new role This is an exciting hands-on technical role in which the specialist will use their security skills and knowledge to perform advanced analysis on the collection of cyber threats using high-level proactive and reactive threat hunting methods, classifying, analysing, prioritising and remediating security alerts/events. The focus is to provide effective, proactive and a highly technical analytical response to cyber security-related incidents to prevent QBE from becoming compromised by modern attack methods and techniques. Main responsibilities: Act as point of escalation and mentor to junior SOC analysts. Translates business objectives into security objectives by providing support in design/architecture for new security applications to improve the current security posture globally for QBE. Recommends and implements initiatives, develops IR processes and procedures. Contribute to the ongoing development of security operations "best practice" and support continuous improvement. Provide guidance regarding security technical support, and influence peers in following best practice. Review new security products and ascertain their suitability for the QBE environment. Execute threat hunting activities using various proprietary and open source tools to identify current and emerging threats that pose a risk to QBE. Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to maintain and improve QBE security and enhance knowledge and information sharing. Actively communicate with staff and third parties to correctly identify and resolve problems and manage their expectations. Document incidents, requests and problem management information to ensure required compliance standards/SLAs are achieved. Use security tools and resources to correlate suspicious events, providing context around the event, determine root cause and provide regular updates and recommend modifications to existing systems and procedures. Perform deep-dive incident analysis of various data sources by analysing and investigating security related logs against medium-term threats and IOCs Actively manage and apply the phases of Incident Response (preparation, identification, containment, eradication, recovery and lessons learned) Act as a point of reference to guide and advise others to ensure the sharing of knowledge and best practice throughout the team. About you Advanced technical expertise of security solutions and technologies, including: Windows, Linux, Networking, Security Architecture experience and knowledge of packet flow/TCP/UDP traffic, Firewall and proxy technologies, cloud solutions, anti-virus, static and dynamic malware analysis techniques Expert in performing analytics with different types of logs, i.e. network, active directory, database, DNS, firewall, proxies, host-based security, cloud and applications logs etc. Working experience in leading security incidents at all levels related to incident response Working experience in managing 2nd/3rd level security events Ability to manage strong relationships with global security operations colleagues and other departments, including network teams and incident managers. Demonstrated ability to make decisions on remediation and counter measures Be able to communicate effectively and update senior stakeholders globally Why QBE? At My Best? ?At QBE, we want our people to feel rewarded and inspired to perform at their best, that's why we have created "At My Best".It's our connection, our way of showing we have your back. We understand that one size doesn't fit all and that priorities can change depending on your life stage. That is why our blend of wellbeing initiatives and benefits offer flexibility to suit what matters most to you. It's in the culture of our business, our QBE DNA, to support our people. Everything we do is underpinned by our QBE DNA.

Senior Full Stack Systems Developer Location: Hertfordshire (Remote/Hybrid) Salary: 80,000 - 85,000 + Bonus + Benefits Reference: (phone number removed) Our client is a leading innovator in environmental technology, with a decade-long track record building an end-to-end monitoring ecosystem across the UK and Ireland - now expanding into Europe. Their cutting-edge tools help governments and utilities monitor environmental data in real-time. Due to continued growth, they're seeking a Senior or Lead Full Stack Developer to help shape the next generation of their digital systems and services. Key Responsibilities of the Senior Full Stack Systems Developer Lead full-stack development across cloud-based software products Manage the full software lifecycle - from architecture to deployment Ensure performance, reliability, and security of enterprise systems Mentor junior developers and support technical strategy Collaborate with internal teams to deliver scalable solutions Skills & Experience required for the Senior Full Stack Systems Developer Strong background in full software lifecycle and enterprise systems Expertise in system design, development, testing, and deployment Deep understanding of security, databases, networking, and HCI Java enterprise middleware experience is essential Docker, REST APIs, MQTT Deep learning frameworks Leadership or mentoring experience Familiarity with Linux enterprise platforms An interest in environmental sustainability is a bonus. This Senior Full Stack Systems Developer role is offering: A competitive salary ( 80,000 - 85,000 salary + profit/performance bonus) Generous annual leave and pension scheme Private medical cover Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme Collaborative, mission-led culture focused on innovation and impact If you are interested in this or other roles in Software Development, please do not hesitate to contact Beth Young on (url removed) or call (phone number removed). We have many more vacancies available on our website. Please refer to (url removed). This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.

Senior Network Engineer - IP Networks Remote working Salary - Circa £65 - 70,000 plus bonus / benefits We're looking to bring in a senior network engineer / technical lead to work on a remote basis for an ISP. You'll be looking after escalated issues on the IP core network, and this is a mixed vendor environment so Cisco, Juniper, Nokia and Adtran. This will be an interesting and varied role with a lot of project work, so migrations & upgrades will be a big focus alongside the ongoing push for further efficiency through automation. It's an ISP so we'll definitely be looking for someone from that service provider environment and while we are open minded as to specific qualifications, it's a routing and switching bias role so we'll be looking at an expert level of knowledge when it comes to troubleshooting issues related to MPLS, BGP, OSPF and general IP and we'd expect the SNE to have some HLD and LLD background as well - although we are not looking for an architect, more so a senior network engineer / technical lead who remains very much hands on, with some leadership and decision making responsibility. Rough numbers, 80% technical and 20% leadership. You'll be contributing to the resilience of the network through ongoing testing and validation and also, helping with capacity management issues linked to ongoing scalability. We'd be expecting a minimum CCNP / JNCIP level of experience and perhaps even CCIE / JNCIE. You'll be representing the business when it comes to discussions with external vendors, such as Cisco and same goes when it comes to discussion with suppliers about wholesale or general peer to peer technical ideas. Normal working week, and this is a permanent role with a flexible / remote location and solid benefits package including bonus, healthcare etc.

IT Manager Working hours - Full-time or Part-time, specific hours and working pattern to be discussed and agreed. Salary - Circa £49,400 Full Time Equivalent, dependent on experience Pension scheme - Local Government Pension Scheme Start Date - ASAP Contract terms - Permanent Location - Lilywhite House, adjoining Tottenham Hotspur Stadium (On-site role with some flexibility, particularly during school holiday periods) Key responsibilities This is an exciting hands-on role in a high-performing, prestigious and growing school, encompassing both operational and strategic elements. The IT Manager is responsible for the management, security, and strategic development of the school s IT infrastructure. They will oversee the maintenance of network systems, servers, and IT services to ensure reliability, security, and efficiency across the school. Working with the Operations Manager, Business Director, Senior IT Technician, and external providers, the Postholder will ensure that the school s IT provision effectively supports both operational and educational needs. This is a technical leadership role. The Postholder must possess strong hands-on expertise across core infrastructure, networking, and systems to ensure an IT provision which delivers on, and exceeds, user expectations and needs, alongside robust security and reliability. Network & Infrastructure Management - Maintain and develop the school s IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, and cloud-based systems. - Ensure network security and data protection compliance, including firewalls, backups, and cybersecurity measures. - Monitor system performance, troubleshooting issues, and implementing improvements as required. - Oversee the school s wired and wireless networks, telephony, print services, and audio-visual/teaching technology systems, ensuring they meet operational needs. - Develop and maintain IT policies and technical documentation to support effective governance and standardised practice. - Develop and maintain an IT Risk Register to assist with identifying and mitigating issues before they arise. Systems Administration & Support - Manage the administration of key IT systems, including user access, permissions, and integrations. Act as the lead contact for defined systems, overseeing them at a high level to also include the delivery of training and troubleshooting. - Ensure the effective operation of school-wide platforms such as Google Workspace and the MIS (e.g. Bromcom). Monitor and manage supplier performance to ensure SLA compliance and continuous improvement. - Ensure systems support statutory safeguarding obligations, enabling timely and accurate escalation of concerns to the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL). - Act as the technical lead for filtering and monitoring for safeguarding purposes, ensuring effective systems are in place in-line with industry best practice, Department for Education guidelines and the standard set by the DSL. - Lead on the procurement and implementation of new IT systems and system upgrades, ensuring minimal disruption to teaching and administration. - Lead second- and third-line technical escalation, ensuring high-quality first-line support is delivered through the Senior IT Technician and IT & Facilities Assistant. Given the scale of the team, the Postholder will also provide first-line support when needed to maintain excellent service across the school. Cybersecurity & Compliance - Ensure IT security policies and procedures are produced, up-to-date and implemented effectively. - Ensure compliance with DfE Cyber Security Standards and ongoing development of network architecture to meet evolving threats. - Manage data protection compliance (GDPR), ensuring secure handling and storage of sensitive information. - Build towards recognition through the most rigorous and sector appropriate Cyber Security certifications. - Oversee regular security audits, backups, and disaster recovery procedures. Ensure IT business continuity procedures are well tested and refined. - Conduct regular internal monitoring and phishing awareness campaigns to build a strong cyber-secure culture across staff and students. Strategic Development & Digital Transformation - Develop and implement a strategic plan for IT systems, ensuring they support the school s long-term needs. - Identify opportunities for digital transformation to improve operational efficiency and teaching effectiveness. - Work collaboratively with the AI & Digital Skills Lead to support safe, effective adoption of AI tools in the classroom and operations. - Work closely with department leaders, the Senior Team and providers of Educational Technology to research, propose and implement new solutions which offer improvements geared towards improving outcomes for young people and the customer service experience for users. - Identify training needs of the IT team and where possible deliver internal training to upskill staff. - Lead development of a roadmap for potential future growth of the IT function, including capacity planning and team structure. Budget & Asset Management - Oversee the IT budgets, ensuring cost-effective procurement and contract management. - Lead vendor relationships, ensuring clear service level agreements and accountable performance management. - Maintain an accurate asset register, ensuring effective lifecycle management of IT equipment. Other responsibilities - There may be occasions when attendance outside of your normal working hours is necessary to fulfil this role, therefore flexibility is required. Professional criteria - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is preferred. - Relevant professional qualifications, particularly Microsoft (e.g. MCSA), VMWare and Aruba networking certifications, are highly desirable but not essential. - Demonstrable hands-on technical ability across virtualisation, networking, and systems administration, supported by relevant industry experience and/or qualifications. - Strong knowledge of cyber security principles and data protection regulations. - Demonstrable success in leading IT improvements that directly enhance user experience and organisational outcomes. - Experience in delivering hands-on IT support and systems administration in a high performing environment. - Ability to lead and develop IT staff, ensuring high-quality service delivery. - Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive and strategic mindset. - Familiarity with educational technology tools and software commonly used in schools. - Experience managing third-party suppliers and contractual SLAs. LAE Tottenham offers a range of benefits to all directly-employed members of staff, including free breakfast and lunch and access to Benenden Health private healthcare. We are actively working to close the gap in areas within the school that are currently underrepresented. To better reflect the diversity of Haringey, we especially encourage applications from within the Black community, as well as other members of our diverse community, to further enrich all aspects of our school. LAE Tottenham is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to this post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Please note that this role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore, if shortlisted, you will be required to declare any convictions, cautions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. Further information is available on the school's website. (LAET will invite strong candidates to interview as applications come in throughout the designated advertisement period).

Lead Solutions Architect (Managed Services & Technology Operations) Contract: 6 months+ (Outside IR35) Location: Central London (3 days on-site) Day rate: 700- 800 per day About the Role We're partnered with a global technology consultancy that delivers secure, high-performing IT operations and transformation services to enterprise clients across finance, energy, real estate, and shipping. They're seeking a Lead Solutions Architect - a hybrid role that combines hands-on technical authority with strategic and people leadership . You'll define the technology roadmap, guide architecture across Azure, AWS, and hybrid environments, and take full accountability for team performance, budgets, vendor relationships, and senior stakeholder engagement . This is an opportunity to shape technology direction and delivery for a growing managed services business - balancing day-to-day technical credibility with longer-term strategic influence. Key Responsibilities Define and execute the technology strategy and roadmap , aligning architecture with business and client objectives Lead, coach, and mentor a team of engineers and consultants, fostering collaboration, accountability, and innovation Provide hands-on architectural oversight across cloud, infrastructure, and security solutions (Azure, AWS, hybrid) Manage departmental budgets, resource planning, and partner contracts , ensuring commercial efficiency Build strong, trusted relationships with C-level stakeholders and clients , advising on technology direction and investment Drive operational excellence, automation, and continuous improvement within managed service delivery Ensure compliance and security standards are maintained across all technology operations (ISO 27001, GDPR, Cyber Essentials) What You'll Bring Proven experience in a Managed Services Provider or IT consultancy , supporting complex, multi-client environments Strong hands-on understanding of: Cloud: Azure and/or AWS (architecture, migration, optimisation) Infrastructure: Windows Server, Active Directory, DNS/DHCP, Intune, Microsoft 365, and Linux Networking & Security: Firewalls, VPNs, routing, and endpoint management Backup & DR: Experience with enterprise backup solutions (e.g., Veeam, Datto) and disaster recovery planning Automation & Monitoring: Familiar with Terraform, PowerShell, Ansible, and observability tools (Azure Monitor, CloudWatch) Demonstrable experience managing budgets, vendors, and high-performing technical teams Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills , able to influence at both technical and executive level Strong knowledge of ITIL-aligned service delivery , governance, and risk management frameworks Certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect , AWS Solutions Architect , or ITIL Foundation preferred Why Join Outside IR35 contract with autonomy and visibility A true blend of technical leadership and strategic responsibility Opportunity to shape the technology strategy of a global managed services organisation Collaborative, forward-thinking culture focused on innovation and client success

Senior AWS DevOps Engineer, London, 120,000 + Extensive Benefits, Office Based then Hybrid My Financial Services Client are currently looking for a Senior AWS DevOps Engineer with extensive experience in Infrastructure As Code / IAC tools. Key Responsibilities include: Build, manage and maintain AWS Infrastructure using IAC / Infrastructure as Code tools and techniques: Such as Bitbucket, Terraform or Ansible etc.). Automating code and infrastructure deployments, backups and other assets to automate. Creating / maintaining technical documentation. Work with teams to ensure architecture standards defined and aligned and adhered to as well as facilitating deployments. Coordinating with infrastructure teams across other locations. Reporting to department heads and leadership. Key Experience required: In depth knowledge of AWS Services and Technologies e.g. networking, compute, storage, security, IAM and EKS. Excellent experience with Infrastructure as Code / IAC tools and techniques e.g. CloudFormation, Terraform, Ansible, Bitbucket etc. Excellent Communication skills, with the ability to translate technical solutions to a non technical audience. Strong Knowledge of CI/CD, Creating scripts, automation and Linux. This role is 5 days a week onsite (Marylebone) to begin with then moves to a hybrid pattern. As part of the process, the client is starting with a technical test. If you are interested in the position please submit your profile and contact details.

We are currently looking for a Deputy Chief Engineer to oversee and support our clients System Engineering department in the south of the UK, providing expertise and operational advice for their key projects and cutting-edge military technology. You will play a key part in their Integrated Product Team, technically contributing towards overall performance and exceeding expectations for system solutions. For a role of this seniority, you can expect the following responsibilities: Reporting to the Chief Engineer and act as a Deputy for related to Technology Team tasks and programmes, Help manage the Company/Technology Team ISO9001 Quality Process, Drive and contribute to technical solutions in support projects, programmes and bids, Review and provide technical guidance and advice to the Technology Team, Team coordination, allocation of resources and priorities, Review and approval of Technical Team documentation. In return for your excellent profile, our client is offering a competitive salary as well as high percentage pension matching and additional benefits tailored to your experience and knowledge. In order to consider your application, you preferably will have the following experience: Demonstrable track record of technical delivery. Significant experience of working within a Systems Engineering environment and/or team through full lifecycle, Familiarity with computer network and systems configuration, Good awareness of aerospace and defence industries, markets, products and technologies, Significant experience with the product lifecycle from system requirements, architecture, design, integration, qualification, verification, through to production and support. If this resembles the sort of opportunity you have been craving, why don t you apply today and hear more about how you could play a vital role in the future of NATO defence projects.

Portsmouth - hybrid (2-3 days on-site per week) Permanent Up to £78,500 + bonus This is a prime opportunity to design and engineer the core platforms behind a rapidly growing Security Operations Centre (SOC), blending hands-on technical work with automation and solution design. You'll collaborate with analysts, architects, and customers to build reliable, scalable systems that accelerate threat detection and response, all in a collaborative culture that invests in your growth, wellbeing, and career progression. Job Title: Senior Security Engineer Job Type: Permanent Salary: Up to £78,500 (DOE) + Bonus Working arrangement: Hybrid Office Location: Portsmouth As a Senior Security Engineer, you will: Design, deploy, and maintain core SOC technologies (SIEM, EDR, SOAR, threat intelligence, and logging infrastructure). Develop and optimise detection use cases, correlation rules, and analytics content. Build and maintain automation workflows and integrations using automation platforms or custom scripting. Engineer secure log ingestion pipelines across hybrid cloud and on-prem environments. Support client onboarding, threat hunting, detection engineering, and process improvements. Mentor junior engineers and maintain documentation, diagrams, and standards. Required Experience/Skills: 5 years' experience in a SOC, security engineering, or cyber operations role. Strong hands-on experience with SIEM or EDR platforms (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, Defender, CrowdStrike, Elastic). Expertise in building and tuning detection rules, dashboards, and automation playbooks. Proficiency in scripting or automation (KQL, PowerShell, Python, or similar). Knowledge of log management, APIs, data normalisation, and cloud security (Azure, AWS, or M365). Solid understanding of network, system, and identity security fundamentals. Excellent problem-solving skills and a passion for continuous improvement. Experience with SOAR platforms (e.g., Microsoft Sentinel Automation, Cortex XSOAR, Splunk SOAR). Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK mapping and detection engineering frameworks. Infrastructure-as-Code experience (Terraform, Bicep, or ARM templates). Exposure to threat hunting, vulnerability management, or integrations with ServiceNow/ITSM tools. Services offered by Computappoint Limited are those of an Employment Business and/or Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

Senior AWS DevOps Engineer, London, £120,000 + Extensive Benefits, Office Based then Hybrid My Financial Services Client are currently looking for a Senior AWS DevOps Engineer with extensive experience in Infrastructure As Code / IAC tools. Key Responsibilities include: Build, manage and maintain AWS Infrastructure using IAC / Infrastructure as Code tools and techniques: Such as Bitbucket, Terraform or Ansible etc.). Automating code and infrastructure deployments, backups and other assets to automate. Creating / maintaining technical documentation. Work with teams to ensure architecture standards defined and aligned and adhered to as well as facilitating deployments. Coordinating with infrastructure teams across other locations. Reporting to department heads and leadership. Key Experience required: In depth knowledge of AWS Services and Technologies e.g. networking, compute, storage, security, IAM and EKS. Excellent experience with Infrastructure as Code / IAC tools and techniques e.g. CloudFormation, Terraform, Ansible, Bitbucket etc. Excellent Communication skills, with the ability to translate technical solutions to a non technical audience. Strong Knowledge of CI/CD, Creating scripts, automation and Linux. This role is 5 days a week onsite (Marylebone) to begin with then moves to a hybrid pattern. As part of the process, the client is starting with a technical test. If you are interested in the position please submit your profile and contact details.

Lead Security Solution Architect Project Overview Client is working on a strategic Identity and Access Management programme and is re-shaping the way Authentication, Federation, Privileged Access Management, Access Governance, Secrets Management and API Security is done across the bank. Client is working on uplifting controls and capabilities in privileged access for the Group and introducing the strategic password vaulting solution that will enable to meet strategic requirements. Security Solution Architects manage end-to-end solution design and are responsible for delivering architecture design documents in line with functional and non-functional business requirements, strategies, principles, standards, and patterns. Alongside the creation of high-level designs, Security Solution Architects will be required to record key decisions, design deviations, and technical risks and issues where appropriate. Security Solution Architects should be comfortable presenting and sharing solutions at design authorities and senior leadership & stakeholders. The Lead Security Solution Architect will provide technical thought leadership and direction to their project team and may represent the project / programme as subject matter expert. Principal Preferred Requirements Cybersecurity Expertise: Significant experience and proven technical depth within one of the following domains of cybersecurity; security operations & incident response, threat & vulnerability management, identity & access management, cryptography, infrastructure, network, application, data, cloud Broad background across information technology with the ability to communicate clearly with non-security technical SMEs at a comfortable level Experience working with PAM solutions such as CyberArk, Centrify, Delinea and OneIdentity Preparing end-to-end configuration of the strategic PAM capability - including on-prem deployments as well as Cloud native toolings Qualifications & Certifications: CISSP/CISM certification or other broad cybersecurity industry-recognised certificate SABSA or TOGAF certified preferred Architecture & Design: Produce, manage, and update end-to-end solution designs in line with reference architecture & business requirements (including High and Low Level Designs Articulate and publish key design decision records and options to ensure all solutions follow a logical, transparent decision-making process Articulate, publish, and ensure approval of any design deviations resulting in technical debt Ensure any technical risks or issues arising from a solution design are recorded and mitigated. Produces, manages and translates the requirements into the architecture for that solution, ensuring technology and services meet the customer needs and expected business outcomes Ensures the design of the solutions are efficient, timely and cost effective throughout the project lifecycle Promote strong documentation and clerkship Governance: Ensures all high-level designs, architecture patterns, decision records, deviation requests, and technical risks or issue records undergo architectural and project governance processes Ensure all architecture artefacts undergo appropriate peer review prior to design authority presentation Present publications at technical design authorities for input, feedback, and approval Risk and Dependency Management: Effectively manages and escalates both technical and project risks or issues Articulates solutions and remediation steps to technical risks & issues Provides technical thought leadership to the Design Team and the Project Ability to manage a project team of technical architects, engineers, and/or analysts Mandatory Skills: Privilege Password Management CyberArk . Experience: 8-10 Years .

Head of IT Security - West London - (Enterprise-wide Cyber & Information Security) Location: West London - 5 days on-site Salary: (phone number removed) per annum My client is looking to recruit a Head of IT Security to lead and shape their enterprise-wide security function. This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to define security strategy, strengthen governance, and protect critical systems, data, and operations. The Role: As Head of Security, you will own the strategic and operational delivery of all information and cyber security activities. You'll develop and implement robust security policies, oversee incident response, and ensure compliance with GDPR, PCI DSS, ISO 27001, and Cyber Essentials Plus. You will be the single point of accountability for all security matters, reporting directly to the executive team and influencing critical business decisions. Key Responsibilities: Develop, maintain, and deliver a 3-5 year Security Strategy and Roadmap covering technology, people, and processes. Embed security by design across projects, platforms, data flows, and product development. Lead enterprise-wide information, cyber, and data security governance. Define and implement security frameworks, policies, and operating models. Ensure compliance with GDPR, PCI DSS, Cyber Essentials Plus, and ISO/IEC 27001:2022 aligned practices. Lead Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs), data mapping, classification, and retention programs. Oversee incident response, vulnerability management, patch compliance, and secure configuration baselines using SCCM, Ivanti, Intune, GPO, and Azure Defender. Drive SOC integration, threat intelligence, and monitoring to continuously improve detection and response capabilities. Manage hybrid environments, including Azure, AWS, Nutanix, and on-premise infrastructure. Support SD-WAN, cloud Firewalls, CASB, Zero Trust, and SASE architectures. Own enterprise security risk assessments, track key risk indicators (KRIs), and report on cyber maturity to executive leadership. Drive security culture through training, phishing simulations, and awareness programs. Partner with IT, Legal, HR, and business units to embed security in operations and service delivery. Provide security input for vendor assessments, third-party risk, and M&A due diligence. Candidate Profile: Proven senior leadership experience in information, cyber, or data security. CISSP, CISM, or CISA certified (or equivalent). Track record of delivering security programs aligned to ISO 27001, NIST, PCI DSS, and Cyber Essentials Plus. Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS), on-premise networks, and hybrid architectures. Strong experience in Zero Trust security models. Experienced in security tooling selection and implementation. Deep understanding of data protection legislation, risk management frameworks, and compliance requirements. Exceptional leadership, stakeholder engagement, and influencing skills.

A London based Optical Network Integration Team is now looking for a Senior Optical System Engineer with passion and experience in experiments, prototyping and testing. Offered on a Hybrid working basis, you will collaborate closely with a range of Engineers, working on optical system and network systems using automated measurements, as well as modelling while interfacing with other teams towards product development. You will work iteratively through a series of prototypes to deliver a production-grade solution. Develop and execute test plans for high-speed optical transceivers across the full product lifecycle (prototype, validation, production). Now is an exciting time to join a developer of new technologies Experience: In this Senior role, you should have experience with the following: Strong hands-on experience in optical communication systems development and testing, ideally at 100Gbps and above. In addition you will have experience with OLT/ONT PON system testing and integration. Expertise in burst-mode transceiver characterisation. A solid understanding of equalisation techniques (CTLE, FFE, DFE) for improving high-speed link performance is required. Proficiency in using high-speed measurement instruments (e.g., sampling oscilloscopes, BERTs, burst-mode analysers). Familiarity with optical components (lasers, photodiodes, burst-mode APDs/TIAs, modulators) and transceiver architectures. Experience with automated test systems and scripting (e.g., Python, C++, C#). Understanding of signal integrity, high-speed PCB design considerations, and packaging impacts on performance. Qualifications: You should have achieved an MSc or PhD Degree in Optical Communications, Physics, or other relevant fields or experience within the industry. Additional Information: Candidates MUST be eligible to work and live in the UK. Copies of Visa and Passport will be requested. Salary / Benefits: In addition to a Competitive Salary, my client offers a range of Benefits including Hybrid and Flexible Working, Stock Options, 25 days holiday, and relocation assistance. Skills: . Optical Systems, Optical Communication Systems, Development, Test, OLT, ONT, PON, CTLE, FFE, DFE, Python, Signal Integrity, High-Speed PCB Design To Apply Direct: Please send CV to Iona Mulligan

Job Title: Senior Cloud Platform Engineer Location: Manchester (Hybrid - 1 day per week in office) Salary: 70,000 - 80,000 + Benefits Eligibility: UK-based only, full right to work required (no visa sponsorship) About the Role We're looking for an experienced Senior Cloud Platform Engineer to join our growing tech team. You'll be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining our enterprise cloud platforms, ensuring they are reliable, secure, and highly available. This is a hands-on role where you'll work closely with multiple teams to drive automation, modernisation, and performance improvements across our infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Design, deploy, and maintain cloud environments in Azure and GCP Build internal platforms to streamline development and deployment Automate provisioning, configuration, scaling, and operational tasks Contribute to cloud migration and platform modernisation initiatives Implement best practices across cloud architecture, DevOps, and automation Collaborate with cross-functional teams on greenfield projects Investigate incidents, perform root-cause analysis, and introduce preventative measures Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers Monitor platform performance, security, and costs Essential Skills & Experience 3+ years in a Senior Platform, Cloud, or DevOps Engineer role Strong experience with Azure and GCP environments Hands-on with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM Templates, etc.) Skilled in CI/CD pipelines and automation tools (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, ArgoCD) Strong scripting experience (Python, Shell, Perl, etc.) Familiarity with enterprise IT operations, networking fundamentals, and security Experience with monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Datadog) Agile delivery experience and strong stakeholder communication Desirable Skills Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline Exposure to Unix/Solaris environments and Oracle systems Experience with service mesh technologies (Istio, Linkerd) Knowledge of hybrid or multi-cloud infrastructure strategies Awareness of DevSecOps principles and compliance frameworks Please apply for immediate interview slots

Job Title: Lead Platform Engineer Location: Manchester (Hybrid - 1 day per week in office) Salary: 80,000 - 90,000 + Benefits Eligibility: Must be UK-based (no sponsorship available) About the Role We're looking for a Lead Platform Engineer to take ownership of the design, delivery, and optimisation of our enterprise cloud hosting platforms. This role combines hands-on engineering with technical leadership, ensuring systems remain secure, scalable, and resilient. You'll drive platform transformation projects, champion automation, mentor engineers, and engage with stakeholders to deliver high-impact solutions that underpin business-critical services. Key Responsibilities Design and implement cloud platforms across Azure & GCP Build and optimise internal platforms to support development teams Automate provisioning, scaling, and configuration management Lead migration and modernisation projects from inception to delivery Drive best practices in cloud architecture, DevOps, and automation Collaborate with cross-functional teams on greenfield solutions Lead incident response and root-cause analysis with preventative action Mentor engineers and act as a trusted technical authority Ensure cost efficiency, security, and performance across platforms Essential Skills & Experience 5+ years' experience as a Senior/Lead Cloud or Platform Engineer Hands-on expertise with Azure and Google Cloud Platform Strong background with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM Templates, etc.) Proven track record with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI, GitHub Actions, ArgoCD) Scripting and automation (Python, Shell, Perl, or similar) Knowledge of data centre ops, networking, IT security, and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, Datadog) Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Agile delivery experience Desirable Skills Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field Oracle application/database experience Familiarity with Unix/Solaris environments Service mesh & API gateway knowledge (Istio, Linkerd) Multi-cloud or hybrid infrastructure exposure Understanding of DevSecOps practices and compliance

Nova Talent are delighted to be working alongside our client, a world leading provider of Air Traffic Control Communication Solutions within the Aviation & Defence sectors. Together we are recruiting a Senior Systems Engineer to join the Engineering Team, based in Market Deeping . We are looking for someone to join this exciting team, working with experienced engineers across multiple disciplines within the Engineering field. The Role: Defining appropriate technologies to apply to solutions and product range Awareness and evaluation of latest and new technology Providing consistency across our portfolio technology roadmap Partnering with Product Development discipline teams Essential technical requirements of candidate: Product Development experience Be an innovative critical thinker with the ability to both work under own initiative and develop others Methodical and developed troubleshooting, communication and planning skills Have a well-developed commercial awareness Able to engage with stakeholders at a high level to understand future needs Desirable technical knowledge and requirements of candidate : Excellent knowledge of communications systems equipment specification, design or test. Understanding of a wide range of network technologies Electronics or RF knowledge Understanding of VHF/UHF communications, Navigation and Surveillance Systems. Previous background in radio communications Experience of configuration management and various lifecycle models Ability to identify and manage risks relating to systems and projects Ability to understand and prepare requirements Ability to set and review architectures What's in it for you? Salary - Circa 55,000 Working Monday Friday 37.5 hours per week Hybrid Working Flexi Time 25 Days Holiday, plus Bank Holidays Enhanced Pension Scheme up to 8% contributions/Private Medical Insurance/Life Assurance/Employee Assistance Programme

Overview PM Group is a leading International engineering, architecture, project and construction management firm. With a network of offices in Europe, Asia and the US and a multi-discipline team of 3,500 people, we deliver complex, capital projects in the life sciences, food and beverages, mission critical/ICT, advanced manufacturing, energy and environmental sectors. We have an exciting new opportunity to join the business at a senior level as Technical Director of Electrical Enigneering who wil be the central voice for Electrical Engineering Design and to develop and lead this discipline within PM Group. It is an exciting opportunity to contribute strategically to the future shaping of PM Group. This is a full time, recoverable, technical role within our design service. You will work with the Director of Engineering, the other Discipline Technical Directors and other Heads of Services to determine how we efficiently and consistently deliver design services across the Group. This is a group wide role, covering all 20 design offices.You will contribute significantly to the companies improved performance, to the delivery of safe assets to our customers and to the creation of a work environment that is conducive to enabling a safe, healthy and motivated workforce. This is a senior appointment, reporting to the Director of Engineering, with responsibility for leadership, governance, troubleshooting and for defining the ways of working in Electrical Engineering Design. We offer a flexible working environment, providing a hybrid working arrangement with the option to work from home up to two days a week for this role. This key role and can be based out of one of our offices in Ireland, UK. Poland or Belgium. Interested applicants should submit their CV Responsibilities 1.1 PM Group Strategy for Electrcial Engieering As the Technical Director you will lead the development of the discipline in support of PM Group's strategy and local Business Unit plans. Key aspects include; 1. Develop a strategy for Electrical Engineering across the Group i.e. to forecast and plan the required capability and capacity. 2. Support the Business Units with strengthening and growing their departments i.e. department profiling, team competency gaps and associated training needs etc. 3. Develop targeted SME areas within Electrcial Engineering e.g. sustainability. 4. Work with Architecture and the Engineering Disciplines to align and develop cross functional competencies targeted at key sectors and technologies. 5. Define, for our core sectors, the range of design activities and deliverables required to deliver the projects safely and efficiently. 1.2 Digitalisation of Business Processes / ways of working 1. Define and implement a strategy for continuous improvement of Electrical Engineering 2. Develop and improve the Electrical Engineering Service Delivery Platform (SDP) as part of our Quality management System (QMS). 3. Create a Group wide standardized way of working for Electrical Engineering taking into account the specific requirements in local code and industry norms 4. Ensure the integration of key considerations such as digitally enabled lean design DeLPD, sector specific approaches and our design office locations. 5. Business transformation projects are an investment cost (i.e. unsold) and their own time is managed by the Technical Director. 1.3 Governance of Design Delivery 1. Support / input to key Sales Proposals as requested by the Director of Engineering. 2. Work with the Director of Engineering to establish a 'watch list' of key projects based on the extent of design challenge and technical integrity risk. 3. Influence the early stages of design on key projects. 4. Chair Single Discipline Design Reviews (SDDRs) on key projects. 5. Review Project Basis of Safety documents as required by the Director of Engineering. 6. Input to end of Concept / BoD 'go, no go' reviews for high risk challenging projects. 1.4 Troubleshooting 1. Be a 'first responder' for critical issues regarding Electrcial Engineering design across the Group. 2. Meet with senior members of both our own and the customer's team. 3. Agree corrective actions / way forward. 4. Act as Technical Sponsor for the corrective actions. 5. Keep PM Group management updated on correction action progress. Qualifications Passion for Electrical Engineering Safe asset focus Bachelor degree Relevant industry experience with some working at senior management level Have good working knowledge of Pharma, Med Tech and Data Center industries Member of a recognized Engineering professional body. (Institution of Electrcial and Electronic Engineering for example). Strong technical, commercial, analytical and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams Good communication & people skills Self-starter and decision maker Fluent English Why PM Group? Our benefits include: Flexible working arrangements, including a hybrid working policy An employee-owned share scheme . All employees have the opportunity to invest in the company, every one contributing to the success of the company. Pension, bonus, educational assistance and many other benefits. As an employee-owned company, we are inclusive, committed and driven. Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability are the heart of our new 2025 business strategy. Click HERE to read more in our Corporate Responsibility & Health and Safety Report 2022 Inclusion and Diversity are core to our culture and values. Wherever we work, we commit to a culture of mutual respect and belonging by building a truly inclusive workplace rich in diverse people, talents and ideas. Valuing the contributions of all our people and respecting individual differences will sustain our growth into the future. PM Group is committed to ensuring our hiring process is fair and accessible to all and will provide candidates with disabilities with reasonable accommodations required to participate in the recruitment process. If you require any assistance in this regard, please let us know.

Role Overview We are working with a Charity who are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Cyber Security Analyst to support the ongoing protection of their digital assets, systems, and data. This home-based role will be instrumental in monitoring threats, identifying risk, assessing vulnerabilities, and improving their security posture across the organisation. You'll work closely with the IT Security Manager, wider IT team, and third-party partners to ensure security best practices are maintained across their cloud and on-premise environments. Key Responsibilities Conduct threat and vulnerability assessments and recommend remediation steps Support the investigation of security incidents and policy violations Assist with risk assessments and security audits Implement and maintain security standards, and guidelines Work with third-party vendors and partners on pen testing and remediation activities Support awareness campaigns to improve cybersecurity hygiene among staff Assist in the development and implementation of disaster recovery and business continuity plans. Produce reports and metrics for senior IT and governance stakeholders Stay updated with the latest threats, trends, and compliance requirements (e.g., GDPR, PCI DSS, Cyber Essentials) Person Specification Essential: Demonstrable experience in a related role Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills An appetite for keeping up to date with the latest developments in technology, business practices, and the wider threat environment Ability to work independently and remotely with minimal supervision Understanding of current threats, attack vectors, and security frameworks Familiarity with Microsoft 365 security tools (Defender, Purview, Entra, etc.) Working knowledge of network protocols, email security, and IT architectures Right to work in the UK Desirable: Industry certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, SSCP) Experience in the charity or non-profit sector Familiarity with Microsoft Azure cloud platforms and identity management Experience with compliance frameworks (PCI DSS, Cyber Essentials) Experience with auditing and compliance Experience of BCP/DR

Prestigious opportunity with a Global market leader for experienced Network Designers with ACI, Nexus and VMWare. Dedicated to a pioneering technology team, we are inviting a number of Network Designers to join our success story in Manchester. As one of a team of Network Designers, you will be responsible for:- Capturing customer technical requirements and translating to detailed solution design Managing the review and validation processes for both new developments and in-life products and services Driving the improvement of design and delivery capabilities for end-to-end technical solutions Managing customer solution design engagement and statement of work creation, including any 3rd party deliverables Developing strong customer relationships at the senior level by providing specialist service design expertise Driving consistency in architecture and technical processes Undertaking customer migration planning and implementation Ensuring the delivery of thought leadership in complex bids and agreeing a strategic approach as part of customer solution design If you possess a combination of some of the following skills, then LETS TALK! Expertise in designing network solutions in enterprise scale environments Experience delivering post-sale customer requirements as outlined by pre-sales A proven track record of defining and creating low-level design documentation in line with customer requirements Previous experience of ownership and accountability of risks deploying relevant mitigations, from initial handover and during implementation Experience of working with at least one of the following technologies: ACI Nexus VMWARE In return, you will be rewarded with a 10% target bonus, enviable benefits package and ongoing training and career development with an industry leader. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)