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We are seeking a Senior Security Engineer with deep expertise in CrowdStrike to join a global cybersecurity engineering function within a leading financial services client. This role is focused on endpoint security and anti-malware, with a strong emphasis on solution design, configuration, and enterprise-scale deployment. You will act as a CrowdStrike Subject Matter Expert , owning the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of endpoint protection capabilities across a large, complex environment. The contract is inside IR35 and we will need someone to occasionally travel into Sheffield. Key responsibilities: Act as the CrowdStrike SME , leading the design, configuration, and optimisation of endpoint and anti-malware solutions Define current-state and target-state endpoint security architectures , including gap analysis and roadmap development Design and implement scalable endpoint security services to protect against an evolving threat landscape Provide technical leadership and consultation on endpoint protection, malware defence, and EDR Partner with infrastructure, platform, and security teams to ensure secure and compliant deployments Support compliance, audit, and control requirements across global environments Evaluate, onboard, and manage endpoint security technologies and vendors Drive process improvement, automation, and operational maturity within endpoint security services Essential experience: Strong hands-on experience with CrowdStrike (design, configuration, deployment, and operational support) Extensive background in endpoint security and anti-malware engineering Proven experience owning security solution design in large enterprise environments Strong understanding of endpoint threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques Experience securing Windows and server environments at scale Ability to troubleshoot complex endpoint security issues in production environments Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills Nice to have: Experience automating security tasks using scripting (e.g. Python or similar) Broader exposure to network, cloud, or application security controls Security certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or vendor-specific credentials More details available on successful application.

The Company We are looking for a hands-on manufacturing consultant to work directly on site at a manufacturing client based in Kent. The contract is outside IR35 and it will initially run for 2-months with possibility for extension. We also need someone 5-days on-site. The Role The role is about engaging with real, day-to-day operational issues and turning them into clear improvement opportunities. There is significant value to unlock, but it needs someone with focus, structure and an analytical mindset to find it and deliver it. This is not a desk-based role. The consultant will spend time on the factory floor, working closely with operations, engineering and site leadership to understand problems, analyse root causes and help shape practical, workable solutions. Key requirements: Strong background in manufacturing or operations, ideally within food, FMCG or process-driven environments. Proven experience working on site in factories, comfortable engaging with frontline teams and supervisors. Analytical and structured thinker who can turn messy, practical issues into clear insights and actions. Experience in continuous improvement, productivity, waste reduction or operational performance. Confident communicator who can challenge constructively and build trust on the ground. Self-starter with the focus to prioritise the right problems and drive them through to impact. More details available on successful application.