Vallum Associates

Database Administrator with decommissioning Server Decommissioning Specialist Identify and evaluate Servers for decommissioning based on operational and business requirements. Perform comprehensive backup and migration of critical data before shutdown. Disable associated services, applications, and scheduled tasks to ensure a clean decommissioning process. Revoke user access and update security policies to maintain compliance and data integrity. Unmount storage volumes, securely wipe disks, and shut down operating systems following best practices. Ensure adherence to compliance standards and update asset management systems accordingly. Key Skills & Competencies: Database Administration: Proficient in managing databases with a focus on decommissioning-related requirements. Scripting & Automation: Skilled in Shell Scripting (Bash, Python) to automate decommissioning tasks. Storage & Data Security: Strong understanding of storage management and secure data wiping techniques. Networking & Access Control: Knowledge of network configurations, Firewall rules, and user access protocols. Backup & Recovery: Experience in data backup, recovery, and migration strategies. ITIL & Compliance: Familiarity with incident management, change control processes, and compliance documentation.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled Mainframe Infrastructure Specialist with deep expertise in IBM i and IBM z systems. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in infrastructure management, storage systems, and hardware, along with hands-on proficiency in CICS , DB2 , and IBM mainframe technologies . Key Responsibilities: Manage and maintain IBM i & IBM z infrastructure, ensuring optimal performance and reliability. Administer and support mainframe storage systems and hardware components. Provide technical expertise in CICS and DB2 environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support infrastructure upgrades, migrations, and troubleshooting. Monitor system health and implement proactive measures to prevent downtime. Document infrastructure configurations, processes, and procedures. Required Skills & Qualifications: Strong experience with IBM i and IBM z platforms. In-depth knowledge of mainframe infrastructure, storage systems, and hardware. Hands-on experience with CICS and DB2 . Familiarity with system performance tuning and capacity planning. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and collaboration abilities.

Project Work Work on Checkpoint Firewall evergreen upgrade, migration as well as firewall testing Documentation Jira / Confluence Cisco networking skills, troubleshooting cisco switches, routing etc Checkpoint Maestro upgrades, migrations from NGFW to Security Group with VSX Implementation and designing experience nice to have Change work / Migration: Change work expected 2/4 Saturdays in a month, time back in lieu (max 40 hour working week). They will work in their time zone but in some cases they will need to support other time zones. Skills Experience with working on Check Point NGFW with various software blades Experience with R81.20 Check Point Scalable Platform - Maestro with VSX deployments Experience with Check Point basic architecture & components - SC, SMS, NGFW. Experience with MDS in High-Availability environment. Experience with RMA process.

One of our banking clients is looking for an IT Project/ Program Manager for a long term contract M365 Project/ Program Manager - 500/day inside IR35 6+ months contract Sheffield - 3 days a week onsite 15+ years of relevant IT experience, with minimum 5+ years of experience in project and programme Excellent understanding and proven experience of Programme and Project Management methodologies including Waterfall and Agile Technology exposure and experience in: Microsoft 365, Outlook, Teams and Zoom, ESX, vCenter, Citrix, VDI & VDA Prior experience working in End user services and Infrastructure Projects Experience of delivering large scale change programmes within a Technology organization, with Infrastructure experience. Should have managed end to end project $5m

Technical Expertise : Proven experience in designing, developing, and deploying automation solutions using Microsoft Power Automate. Strong understanding of Power Automate, Power Apps, and Power BI. Experience with APIs, custom connectors, and integrating third-party systems. Must have Robotic Process Automation (RPA) solutions

Job Overview: We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Data Engineer with expertise in Power Automate to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in designing, building, and optimizing data workflows, automation processes, and integrating systems using Power Automate. This role will involve working closely with cross-functional teams to support data operations, optimize data workflows, and automate business processes efficiently and effectively. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and implement automated workflows and processes using Power Automate to streamline data operations, integrate systems, and enhance data pipelines. Collaborate with business stakeholders to identify automation opportunities and define data-driven solutions that increase efficiency and reduce manual work. Build and maintain ETL pipelines for data extraction, transformation, and loading, using Power Automate and other related tools. Develop, deploy, and manage automated reporting systems, data synchronization tasks, and scheduled data refresh operations. Ensure data quality, accuracy, and integrity throughout the automation process, addressing any data-related issues that arise. Work with cloud-based data platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS, etc.) to support the integration and automation of data flows. Develop scripts, triggers, and other automation solutions to facilitate seamless data exchange between internal and external systems. Optimize performance and troubleshoot any issues within existing Power Automate workflows, ensuring reliability and scalability. Document and maintain detailed records of workflows, automation processes, and data-related solutions for team reference and compliance. Stay updated with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in automation and data engineering. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent work experience). Proven experience as a Data Engineer , Data Automation Specialist , or similar role, with a focus on Power Automate. Strong hands-on experience with Power Automate , including designing and implementing workflows, automating processes, and system integrations. Solid understanding of data integration , ETL processes , and data pipelines . Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, SQL, Python) and automation technologies. Strong experience working with cloud platforms such as Microsoft Azure , AWS , or similar. Experience in data warehousing , data modeling , and data architecture best practices. Knowledge of Power BI and integrating Power Automate with BI platforms is a plus. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills. Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate with business and technical teams effectively.

In this role you will: Work alongside a team of data engineers in the design, development, and maintenance of data management solutions, including data modeling, ETL processes, and data pipelines. Develop and implement data quality checks and monitoring processes to ensure data accuracy and integrity. Design and build infrastructure. Design and develop reports, dashboards, and visualisations to provide insights into business performance. Proactively identify and resolve technical issues, including data anomalies, performance bottlenecks, and data quality problems. Drive technical governance initiatives, including documentation, data lineage, and data access control. Participate in architecture discussions. Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the team. Work with a collaborative global team of varied disciplines, skills, and experience. To be successful in this role, you should meet the following requirements: Sheffield office attendance is mandatory, either 2 days per week, or 8 days per month. Experience with working with Cloud Computing (Google Cloud Platform preferable). Strong SQL skills and proficiency in at least one programme language e.g. Python. Experience with data processing framework Apache Flink. Experience with workflow management tool Apache Airflow. Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues. Experience with agile development methodologies. Positive, proactive, and can-do attitude.

Job Overview: As an OT Senior Cyber Security Analyst, you will be responsible for maintaining SecOps (Security Operations) solutions, controls and processes across the organisation. You will be mentoring and assisting with leading the SOC team to ensure appropriate prioritisation and remediation of OT alerts and incidents. This role requires a deep understanding of SecOps concepts, technologies and best practices across IT and OT environments, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and incident management skills and will be committed to ensuring the highest level of security, compliance, and user experience. Responsibilities: Investigate security alerts from our SIEM tool and 3rd party MSSPs, and to provide appropriate incident response actions. Liaise with technology and business stakeholders in relation to cyber security issues/incidents providing clear descriptions and actions. Support the Cyber Security Operations Lead for security and privacy incidents, triaging events and performing root cause analysis to understand how incidents arise. Acting as the key contact and escalation point for the SOC and Clients Digital teams. Supporting out-of-hours incident investigations via an On-Call rota, covering 24 7 365 alongside our 3rd party MSSP. Monitor, analyse and optimise SecOps tool performance (e.g. SIEM, PAM), identify potential issues, and recommend and implement proactive solutions. Develop and maintain SecOps documentation, policies, and procedures. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and implementing security controls that are proportionate to the risk. Maintain cyber security solutions with existing systems, applications, and infrastructure. Evaluate and recommend technologies, tools, and vendors to meet business needs. Perform proactive threat hunting for new and emerging cyber threats. Specialist in Operational Technology systems, defining monitoring alerts and ensuring the operation of effective security controls. Collect data that drives cyber security compliance metric dashboards. Support compliance with relevant industry standards, regulations, and best practices, such as GDPR, NIS and ISO 27001. Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices to continuously improve security operations.

One of our energy & utilities client is looking for a Cyber Security Analyst for a long term remote contract OT Cyber Security Analyst - 500/day inside IR35 6+ months contract Remote - once a month travel to Reading Responsibilities: You will be responsible for maintaining SecOps (Security Operations) solutions, controls and processes across the organisation. You will be mentoring and assisting with leading the SOC team to ensure appropriate prioritisation and remediation of OT alerts and incidents. This role requires a deep understanding of SecOps concepts, technologies and best practices across IT and OT environments, as well as the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and incident management skills and will be committed to ensuring the highest level of security, compliance, and user experience.