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Senior Network Consultant - Palo Alto 8 month contract Remote - can be based anywhere in Europe £550 - £580 per day Must speak fluent English as well as either Spanish, Italian or German iO are working with an established and successful Consultancy in their search for an experienced Network Engineer They have a global presence providing expertise in Cloud, Security and Networking click apply for full job details

Engineering Lead Content Management Systems (CMS) AI-Enabled Engineering Hybrid (1 day per week into Cardiff) £70,000-£75,000 + benefits Method Resourcing have partnered exclusively with a global organisation looking to hire a Software Development Manager into a growing team delivering innovative, enterprise-scale technology. This role has been created to bring structure, technical leadership, and modern engineering practices into a team working across AI-enabled development and composable CMS architecture. The focus is on building high-quality, scalable solutions while shaping a collaborative and transparent engineering culture. This is a leadership-first role, but not a distant one. They're looking for someone who can lead engineers, support product managers, and stay close enough to the code to challenge decisions, unblock delivery, and guide teams effectively. The role: As Software Development Manager, you'll take ownership of an evolving engineering function. You'll work closely with existing contractors to support knowledge transfer, while defining standards, ways of working, and culture for the future permanent team. You'll also play a key role in AI-driven development - reviewing AI-generated code, assessing quality and risks, and understanding how AI can be applied responsibly within enterprise systems. The technical environment centres around a composable, API-driven CMS, fully decoupled from the frontend and delivered via APIs with caching to keep applications platform-agnostic. You'll manage a small team of four engineers initially, with responsibility for recruiting and onboarding additional permanent hires as the team grows. What my client is looking for: Strong understanding of composable CMS and API-driven content delivery (Sanity, Sitecore, or similar) - essential Experience leading and managing software engineers in a commercial environment Strong knowledge of modern engineering practices including cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP), CI/CD, DevOps, observability, security and reliability Full-stack technical fluency with experience in modern web development (JavaScript, React, Angular, Node.js or similar) Hands-on engineering background with the ability to support technical challenges when required Experience working with or around AI-enabled development, including code quality, standards, and risk awareness Confident communicator able to translate technical detail for product, stakeholders, and senior leadership Comfortable building teams and shaping engineering culture from the ground up Candidates don't need to tick every box - there's openness to upskilling where the fundamentals and mindset are right. Benefits include: 10% employer pension contribution 25 days annual leave plus public holidays Life assurance at 4 annual salary Flexi-time Paid volunteering leave Strong continuous professional development support - 100% funding up to $2,800 per year & 75% funding up to $5,000 per year Flexible benefits allowance of 1.5% of salary Health and wellbeing schemes Cashback and retail discounts Employee Assistance Programme Free on-site car parking Working pattern: Hybrid role with around 1 day per week in the central Cardiff office. If this sounds of interest, please apply or contact for more information. Engineering Lead Content Management Systems (CMS) AI-Enabled Engineering Hybrid (1 day per week into Cardiff) £70,000-£75,000 + benefits RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

PRINCIPAL CYBERSECURITY ENGINEER SC Cleared - UK Only - (Sponsorship is unavailable) you must hold SC Clearance.Provide expert advice on the defences against cyber threats, data breaches, and emerging risks. This includes offering guidance on the selection, design, justification, implementation, and operational management of cybersecurity strategies, technologies, and standards. Contribute to the development and refinement of controls and processes to ensure the safety, confidentiality, integrity, availability, and overall security of data stored on systems. You will be responsible for identifying gaps in existing cybersecurity policies and procedures and, in collaboration with security, network, information governance, and technical leads, developing new measures to address these gaps. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: You will work closely with system and service owners, as well as internal and external stakeholders, to design, implement, and enforce appropriate protective and detective security controls, policies, and procedures. The role includes the administration and operational management of security tooling and SIEM platforms, with responsibility for monitoring, detecting, and responding to cyber threats, intrusions, and unauthorised or suspicious activity. This includes Microsoft Sentinel (data and source tuning, creation and maintenance of workbooks and connectors, and threat intelligence review), Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Defender for Cloud, and Darktrace, including system and model tuning, email module management, and configuration of autonomous response actions. You will be responsible for incident response activities, including triaging security alerts, investigating incidents, coordinating escalation and remediation, and conducting root cause analysis. You must be able to communicate effectively about security incidents and cyber risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. The role works closely with the Security Operations Centre (SOC) partner, supporting the assessment and investigation of alerts and contributing to the development and refinement of incident response plans and playbooks. You will support vulnerability management activities, including vulnerability assessments, annual audits, and penetration testing. This includes preparing and presenting incident, threat, and compliance reporting to stakeholders at all levels, including compiling a monthly SIRO report. Continuous improvement is a core responsibility. You will conduct post-incident reviews, recommend control and process improvements, and contribute to the creation and maintenance of cybersecurity governance documentation. You will also research emerging cyber threats and mitigation strategies and provide reports or presentations to senior stakeholders as required. The role supports cybersecurity training and awareness initiatives, promoting a strong security culture and helping to upskill colleagues in cybersecurity best practices. You will also collaborate with solution architects and project teams to ensure security is embedded into system and application designs, supporting secure architecture and delivery from the outset. Compliance & Framework Alignment: Ensure security operations align with regulatory standards and frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, and NCSC CAF. Person SpecificationEssential: Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint/Cloud SIEM tools, threat intelligence platforms, and vulnerability management. Technical experience securing Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services cloud environments as well as on-premise/virtual Microsoft technologies. Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to produce clear technical and non-technical reports. Ability to analyse and interpret security events/logs and perform remediation work to address security issues. Desirable: Recognised cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, GIAC, CISSP). Experience with DarkTrace Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity or Computer Science 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 hays.co.uk

Principal Software Engineer - TypeScript, JavaScript, Python, C++, Linux, IoT, K8 Southampton (Onsite) £75,000 + generous pension & benefits Are you an experienced Software Engineer who thrives on solving real-world problems with cutting-edge technology? This is an opportunity to join a talented engineering team building advanced, real-time software systems used in safety-critical environments worldwide. You'll be working at the intersection of enterprise software, IoT, and data-driven decision-making; developing solutions that genuinely make a difference. Why this role is exciting This isn't just another enterprise software role. You'll be working on a sophisticated platform that connects physical devices (IoT) with real-time data processing, delivering actionable insights through modern web applications. The systems you help build are deployed globally and play a vital role in protecting people, infrastructure, and national security. Engineers here consistently highlight exposure to multiple Kubernetes environments (on-prem, cloud, VM-based), working across diverse customer use cases with unique technical challenges, the chance to experiment with new tools, architectures, and AI integrations, and a broad technical landscape spanning microservices, real-time systems, and distributed architectures. About You - What makes you a great fit We're looking for a technical expert who can lead and inspire. Strong background in Object Oriented Programming with knowledge of C++, Python or similar. Recent experience in TypeScript / JavaScript. Deep experience with distributed systems, microservices, and APIs. Solid understanding of connectivity (TCP/IP, device communication, telemetry). Experience working with Linux environments and Kubernetes. Ability to communicate confidently with both engineers and senior stakeholders. Proven experience leading teams including remote and offshore collaboration. A STEM degree is required, reflecting the level of technical depth and problem-solving involved. Tech environment Kubernetes across on-prem, cloud, and hybrid environments. Microservices architecture with real-time data processing. IoT integrations and telemetry pipelines. Modern web applications (TypeScript / JavaScript). CI/CD, DevOps, and infrastructure as code. Emerging work around AI integration and intelligent features. Why join Work on meaningful, real-world problems with global impact. Gain exposure to a broad and evolving tech stack. Be part of a team that values innovation, experimentation, and learning. Play a key role in delivering complex solutions to high-profile customers. Collaborate with a highly skilled, mission-driven engineering team. Additional info Due to the nature of the work, you must be eligible to obtain UK security clearance. Please hit apply to upload your CV or contact for more details and a confidential discussion. Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

IT Support Engineer (1st / 2nd Line) Location: Gloucester (Hybrid working) Day Rate: Up to £230 per day (Inside IR35) Contract: 3 months Our client, a leading organisation in their sector, is hiring an IT Support Engineer to provide 1st and 2nd line support across their IT infrastructure. This is a great opportunity to join a busy IT environment, supporting day-to-day operations while gaining exposure to infrastructure, networking, and security technologies. What you'll do Provide 1st and 2nd line support across hardware, software, and user issues Troubleshoot and resolve incidents across desktops, servers, and networks Support core infrastructure, including servers and cloud-based services Assist with basic firewall configuration and network troubleshooting Manage user accounts, permissions, and access via Active Directory Escalate complex issues to senior engineers where required You'll work closely with internal IT teams and stakeholders to ensure a reliable and responsive IT service. What we're looking for Proven experience in a 1st / 2nd line support role Strong troubleshooting skills within Windows environments Good understanding of networking fundamentals (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP) Exposure to firewall technologies and basic security principles Experience with Active Directory and user administration The ideal candidate will be proactive, adaptable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced support environment. Why join? Immediate start in a hands-on technical role Exposure to infrastructure, networking, and security Hybrid working model Opportunity to make an impact in a short-term contract ? Apply now to support a fast-moving IT team in a key contract role.

Senior Systems Engineer Location: Newcastle (primary), Stafford, Leek, IOT, Axia, Gradbach Hours: Full Time Salary: CompetitiveHoliday: 43 Days, rising to 47 following 5 years' service (Inclusive of Bank holidays and Christmas closure) Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is one of the very best colleges in the country. In October 2024 we became the first and only further education provider in England to achieve a full set of outstanding grades in consecutive Ofsted Inspections. This includes recognition of our strong contribution towards meeting Local Skills Needs under the latest version of the Education Inspection Framework (EIF). The inspection report praised all areas of the College's provision and acknowledged NSCG's 'staff are professional, friendly, incredibly supportive and work tirelessly to meet the needs of learners' 'teachers improve their practice based upon the support they receive' and 'teachers create highly supportive, calm and highly aspirational environments in which learners and apprentices thrive'.' In summary, NSCG is a great place to work and study. The group is currently home to a population of over 6,500 full-time students with around 2000 adult learners and students on higher education programmes. We have over 1,500 apprentices where we work with over 850 individual employers. Our Sixth Form provision has a reputation for high academic achievement and excellence. We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Engineer to play a key role in the strategic development, security, and modernisation of our IT environment. This position goes beyond day-to-day support and focuses on driving our cloud and security strategy, and delivering long-term infrastructure improvements aligned with business objectives.The role will lead critical initiatives including the migration from on-premises Exchange and file storage to Microsoft 365 and OneDrive/SharePoint, strengthening our cybersecurity posture, and the design, support, and evolution of VMware-based infrastructure and enterprise networking. The successful candidate will act as a technical authority and trusted advisor, balancing hands-on engineering with forward-looking planning, standards development, and continuous improvement.This is an ideal hands-on role for a senior engineer who enjoys influencing IT strategy, modernising legacy systems, and delivering secure, scalable solutions to reflect the requirements of the curriculum and College senior leadership team. Main Duties and Responsibilities: Design, implement, and maintain security controls across on-premises and cloud environments Lead and support the migration from on-premises Exchange and MS Office suite to Microsoft 365 (O365) Assist with infrastructure upgrades and lifecycle management Troubleshoot complex multi-site network connectivity and performance issues Act as a senior escalation point for complex technical issues Required Skills and Experience: Strong background in IT security across on-prem and cloud environments 5+ years of experience in a senior IT engineering or infrastructure role Proven experience migrating Exchange on-prem to Microsoft 365 Solid working knowledge and qualification in VMware VSphere 7, 8 or 9 Strong working knowledge of PowerShell scripting and automation experience Excellent communication and documentation abilities Experience with Windows Server , Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, SCCM HPE / Aruba Networking certification (current or latest equivalent) What's in it for you? The college offers an excellent benefits package which includes: Local Government Pension Scheme. 28 days annual leave rising to 32 days after 5 years' service (plus Bank Holiday and Christmas closure). Subsidised Gym Membership. Health-related benefits including a subsidised Health Scheme. Excellent Training and Development Opportunities (supported with a dedicated budget). Free Parking On site restaurant and FREE early morning tea/coffee and toast. How to apply To apply for the role of Senior Systems Engineer, please click 'Apply Now' to complete an online application form. (If you are applying via a jobs board, you will receive an e-mail and link that will take you directly to our application form on the Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group website). The closing date for completed applications is 10 th May 2026. This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college based positions are subject to enhanced DBS check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community.

Role: Senior Data Engineer / Data Architect Salary: Up to £85,000, plus £5,000 annual bonus Technology - Azure Platform, DataBricks, PowerBI Location: Warrington Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2 days a week in the office. The Role: This is a great new role for either a Senior Data Engineer, wanting to make a step towards architecture, or, a hand's on data architect who is still very much a do'er. You will be the Data Engineer / Architect for the business so this is a design and execute role, you will need to be happy to roll sleeves up and do some technical work alongside ownership of the architecture piece. The system is large, the company is a global business and there systems are already in a good shape, this is not like some roles I have seen where "everything is in a mess and we need someone to fix" - everything her is in place for the successful person to deliver. In addition to the MS Technologies, they also have Salesforce and SAP in the business and a large amount of data is moved and out of those systems so experience in this area would definitely be an advantage. This role is high profile, we are looking for someone to work with SLT, board members and international stakeholders. You will need to be confident and comfortable engaging in conversations and high level decision making. Please note - this is not a remote position, it is hybrid in the office, 2 days a week but there is quite a lot of flexibility to that. Responsibilities: Own and evolve the enterprise data architecture - defining data models, integration patterns, and standards that scale with the business. Design secure, resilient data solutions across cloud and on-premises environments, ensuring they are fit for purpose today and adaptable for tomorrow. Act as the bridge between business stakeholders, analytics teams, and engineering - translating commercial requirements into robust, well-reasoned architectural designs. Set the standard for data governance, data quality, metadata management, and master data management - and hold the organisation to it. Ensure all data practices meet security, privacy, and regulatory obligations, proactively identifying and mitigating compliance risk. Provide architectural leadership and assurance across data programmes, guiding teams to make the right design decisions at every stage. Assess, recommend, and champion the right data technologies, tools, and platforms - balancing innovation with pragmatism. Lead and support data migration, modernisation, and transformation initiatives, bringing structure and clarity to complex change. Produce clear, consistent documentation of data architectures, models, and design decisions that serve as a lasting reference for the organisation. Identify opportunities to commercialise data insights through automation and process efficiency - turning data into measurable business value. Align data architecture with global systems requirements and regulatory evolution, ensuring enabling technology delivers maximum business impact. Requirements: Azure Environment Strong, well - rounded data engineering skillset. Apply Now! If you have a range of experience in Data Engineering and you are looking to progress with an organisation that has a fantastic approach to work in a thriving and ambitious environment, then look no further - this is the role for you! Please note: this role does not offer sponsorship. Referrals: If this role isn't right for you, do you know someone that might be interested? You could earn £500 of retail vouchers if you refer a successful candidate to Oscar. Email: to recommend someone for this role. Interviews for this role will be held imminently. To be considered, please send your CV to me now to avoid disappointment. Role: Senior Data Engineer / Data Architect Salary: Up to £85,000, plus £5,000 annual bonus Technology - Azure Platform, DataBricks, PowerBI Location: Warrington Working Pattern: Hybrid - 2 days a week in the office. Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Job Title: Senior Project Engineer Location: London Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 (depending on experience) Type: Full-time, Permanent Overview We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Project Engineer to join our growing Managed Service Provider (MSP) team. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives in project delivery, enjoys working with modern Microsoft and cloud technologies, and is confident leading technical implementations from discovery through to completion. You will play a key role in designing, delivering, and optimising IT solutions for a diverse client base, with a strong focus on Microsoft ecosystems, Azure cloud services, automation, and emerging AI technologies. Key Responsibilities Lead and deliver end-to-end technical projects for MSP clients Conduct client discovery sessions , technical assessments, and infrastructure audits Design and implement solutions across Microsoft and cloud platforms Deploy and manage Microsoft 365 , Azure , and hybrid environments Identify opportunities for automation and efficiency improvements Support the integration and use of AI-driven tools and workflows where appropriate Produce high-quality technical documentation and project plans Act as a senior escalation point for complex technical issues Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure successful project outcomes Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and to a high standard Essential Skills & Experience Strong experience in a Senior Engineer or Project Engineer role within an MSP environment Deep knowledge of Microsoft technologies (Windows Server, Active Directory, Microsoft 365) Proven experience with Microsoft Azure (IaaS, PaaS, migrations, governance) Solid understanding of cloud architecture and hybrid environments Experience with automation tools (PowerShell, scripting, workflow automation) Exposure to or experience with AI technologies and their application in IT environments Strong experience conducting technical discoveries, audits, and documentation Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills Strong client-facing and communication skills Desirable Skills Microsoft certifications (e.g., Azure Administrator, Solutions Architect) Experience with backup, disaster recovery, and security best practices Knowledge of networking (firewalls, VPNs, routing, switching) Familiarity with RMM and PSA tools commonly used in MSP environments Personal Attributes Proactive and solutions-focused mindset Strong attention to detail Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Comfortable working independently and as part of a team Passion for learning and staying current with emerging technologies What We Offer Competitive salary (£50,000 - £60,000) Opportunity to work with modern cloud and AI technologies Career development and certification support Collaborative and forward-thinking team environment Please send across your CV for consideration!

Salesforce Technical Architect (Hands-On) Location: London (On-site - minimum 40% of time, non-negotiable) Engagement Type: Full-time 1. Job Summary We are seeking a hands-on Salesforce Technical Architect to provide architectural leadership across a Salesforce platform serving internal and external users in a regulated environment. This role is explicitly hands-on. The Technical Architect is expected to: Define and document the right target architecture Validate architectural decisions through directly executed Proofs of Concept (POCs) Produce high-quality architecture artefacts for governance and design forums Lead performance engineering and optimisation for a customised Salesforce org, with a strategic focus on transitioning to Salesforce out-of-the-box (OOB) capabilities wherever possible. This is not a purely advisory role, architecture documentation must be grounded in real, tested solutions proven through hands-on implementation. 2. Key Responsibilities Architecture & Design Leadership Define end-to-end Salesforce solution architecture aligned to business needs, platform strategy, and regulatory constraints. Own architecture artefacts including: High-level and low-level design documents Data model designs Integration and security models Present architecture proposals and design decisions to technical and governance forums. Hands-On Validation & POCs Design and build Proofs of Concept personally to validate architectural patterns, technical feasibility, and non-functional requirements. Use outcomes from successful POCs to directly inform architecture documentation and design recommendations. Assess platform constraints, risks, and trade-offs through hands-on experimentation. Governance & Standards Ensure architecture aligns with FCA governance, security, and compliance expectations. Define and enforce architectural guardrails, patterns, and standards for Salesforce development teams. Review significant technical designs and data model changes for architectural alignment and downstream impact. Collaboration & Delivery Support Work closely with Product Owners, Technical Leads, and delivery teams to ensure architecture is practical and deliverable. Support teams during complex delivery phases, releases, or remediation activities. Provide architectural guidance while remaining pragmatic and delivery-focused. 3. Essential Skills & Experience Strong Salesforce technical architecture capability in enterprise-scale orgs. Extensive hands-on experience designing and building solutions using: Apex Lightning Web Components Salesforce configuration and data model design Strong architectural knowledge of: Salesforce platform architecture Service Cloud and Experience Cloud Security, identity, and access controls Data model remediation and refactoring Proven ability to produce clear, governance-ready architecture documentation. Strong communication skills, able to explain complex technical concepts to senior and non-technical stakeholders. Experience working within regulated or audit-heavy environments. 4. Nice-to-Have Salesforce Certified Technical Architect (CTA) or progress toward CTA. Experience supporting large-scale Salesforce transformations or remediation programmes. Experience in financial services or public sector environments. 5. Certifications Essential: Salesforce Administrator Platform App Builder Platform Developer I Strongly Preferred: Platform Developer II Integration Architecture Designer Data Architecture & Management Designer Sharing & Visibility Designer

Cloud Platform Architect (AWS) Location: Bristol or London (hybrid, typically 1 day per week) Type: Permanent Salary: £90,000-£120,000 Key words: AWS, Cloud Architect, Cloud Platform Architect The Opportunity I am working with a key customer of mine in the financial services sector who are building a new Cloud Platform Architecture capability. As a result they are looking for an experienced AWS Cloud Platform Architect to join them in a brand new postiion to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their technology landscape. This is not a traditional architecture role. You'll combine strategic platform architecture with hands-on technical leadership, working closely with engineering teams to modernise an enterprise, regulated environment and drive the migration from legacy on-premise platforms to AWS. You'll join a small, growing team of cloud platform architects with a high degree of autonomy and genuine influence over cloud strategy, standards, and execution. What You'll Be Doing Owning and evolving the architecture, maturity and roadmap of AWS cloud platforms, aligned to broader digital strategy Defining and maintaining cloud reference architectures, principles, guardrails, blueprints and patterns Working closely with cloud platform engineering to shape roadmaps and support delivery Leading and contributing to solution architecture for legacy-to-cloud migrations, including complex on-prem environments Acting as a senior technical authority, able to engage confidently with engineers, architects, senior stakeholders and executives Partnering with security, risk and compliance teams to ensure secure, resilient and cost-effective platforms in a regulated context Engaging with AWS as a strategic technology partner, influencing and shaping the relationship Supporting incident resolution and complex technical problem-solving when needed What we're looking for. You'll be a credible, hands-on architect with deep AWS experience and the ability to operate across strategy, design and delivery. Essential experience: Strong, current hands-on AWS architecture expertise across services such as EC2, EKS, Lambda, networking, storage, backup and recovery Experience designing and migrating enterprise-scale, regulated platforms (financial services, utilities, government or similar) Background in platform and infrastructure architecture, not just high-level strategy Proven experience with legacy modernisation and data centre / on-prem to cloud migration Ability to engage at all levels - from whiteboard conversations with engineers to discussions with senior leaders Pragmatic, collaborative approach with strong stakeholder and influencing skills Nice to have: Exposure to both AWS and Azure environments Experience working with large engineering teams across multiple locations Interest in emerging areas such as AI-enabled platforms or tooling (not required) Why this role? Major opportunity to shape cloud architecture from the ground up High visibility and genuine ownership in a critical transformation programme A role that blends strategy, design and hands-on technical leadership Strong hybrid working available For more information please send an up to date version of your CV over in application. Reasonable Adjustments: Respect and equality are core values to us. We are proud of the diverse and inclusive community we have built, and we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and perspectives. Our success is driven by our people, united by the spirit of partnership to deliver the best resourcing solutions for our clients. If you need any help or adjustments during the recruitment process for any reason , please let us know when you apply or talk to the recruiters directly so we can support you.

Are you a Detection Engineer ready to take on the fight against modern adversaries? Join a well-established SOC working with high-profile Defence clients, where your expertise genuinely matters. In this hands-on technical role, you'll own the end-to-end design, development and maturity of detection logic across SIEM platforms-engineering effective responses to real-world attacker techniques. You'll operate with a high degree of autonomy, acting as a trusted SME across multiple secure environments within a complex MSSP setting. This is a standout opportunity to advance your career at the sharp end of cyber defence. Location: Hybrid working - 2 days per week in our Farnborough office. Security: You must hold or be eligible for SC Clearance. What you'll be doing: ? Design, build, test and continuously refine advanced SIEM detection logic, including rules, correlations and analytics. Research emerging threats, vulnerabilities and adversary TTPs, mapping them to MITRE ATT&CK to close detection and visibility gaps. Tune and validate detections to minimise false positives and deliver high-fidelity alerts for SOC analysts. Act as a technical authority, providing expert guidance to SOC Analysts, Architects and Engineers to strengthen overall detection capability. Define, implement and maintain technical detection standards across environments. Clearly communicate complex technical risks and detection logic to both technical teams and non-technical stakeholders. What you'll bring: Deep SIEM expertise, building advanced detection logic, automation and complex queries in Splunk (SPL) and Microsoft Sentinel (KQL). A proven track record delivering complex detection engineering projects within enterprise or MSSP environments. Strong analytical skills, with the ability to break down sophisticated attacks into actionable detection patterns. Confidence to own technical delivery end-to-end, driving work through to completion with minimal escalation. Expert knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, with real-world application in detection engineering. A BSc in Computer Science, IT, or a related discipline. Solid scripting skills in Python, PowerShell, or similar, supporting automation and data manipulation. Experience developing detections in QRadar and/or conducting EDR-focused threat hunting (e.g. CrowdStrike, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint). Broad infrastructure awareness across Cloud (Azure/AWS), on-prem, and SaaS / PaaS / IaaS environments. If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent. Location: Hybrid: 2 days per week in Farnborough. Security Clearance Level: SC Cleared or eligible. Internal Recruiter: Jane. Salary: To £65,000. Benefits: 25 days annual leave with the choice to buy additional days, health cash plan, life assurance and pension. Sopra Steria: Our Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets.

Senior Solution Architect Location: UK (Hybrid) Sector: Specialty Insurance & Reinsurance Type: Permanent Senior Leadership Are you a future-focused Solution Architect who thrives on tackling complex challenges, modernising legacy ecosystems, and influencing enterprise-wide technology strategy? A global, financially rock-solid specialty insurer is expanding its Architecture function and is looking for a Senior Solution Architect to drive major transformation across underwriting, claims, policy administration, and digital customer platforms. This is a role for someone who wants to own the blueprint , champion best practice, and set the direction for a multi-year modernisation journey. Why This Opportunity Stands Out Enterprise influence - You'll shape the roadmap for multiple business domains and play a key role in retiring legacy systems and designing modern, modular, cloud-ready platforms. True architecture ownership - From concept to approval, you are the accountable design authority for critical initiatives. Innovation-driven - The organisation actively invests in emerging tech, Agile, DevSecOps, and architectural excellence. Global exposure - Work closely with a mature enterprise architecture community, sharing patterns, frameworks, and innovation across regions. Impact at scale - Your designs will directly influence underwriting efficiency, customer experience, and strategic growth. What You'll Lead As Senior Solution Architect, you will: Build system & application roadmaps that transform current-state platforms into cloud-enabled, future-proof solutions Create flexible, modular, reusable designs aligned to enterprise standards Provide architecture governance, design assurance and technology oversight Mentor engineering teams, review designs & code, and champion best practice Align tech direction with business outcomes, security standards and global governance Support Agile delivery teams and embed DevSecOps principles into solution design Evaluate new technologies and drive innovation through the organisation Collaborate closely with product, infrastructure, engineering & security teams Own all non-functional requirements and ensure solutions meet operational expectations What You Bring This role will suit an architect with: Deep experience in insurance (Underwriting, Claims, Policy Admin, PAS, portals) Architectural leadership across transformation and modernisation programmes Expertise in Cloud, APIs, Microservices, Integration Patterns, Eventing & DevSecOps Experience with custom-built + COTS/MOTS application landscapes Understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF is a plus) Strong analytical thinking, communication excellence, and technical authority Ability to mentor teams, challenge assumptions and guide delivery at pace A hands-on mindset paired with strategic architectural thinking Guidewire or large-scale policy administration experience is a significant advantage , but not essential. Who This Role Is Perfect For Architects who enjoy: Owning big design problems Influencing senior stakeholders Working across multiple teams & streams Bringing structure, governance & clarity to complex landscapes Balancing legacy modernisation with new tech innovationIf you're energised by building the future rather than maintaining the past - this will feel like home.Please apply now for immediate consideration

Network Architect - Leeds (Hybrid) Excellent opportunity for a Network Architect to join a growing organisation delivering complex, enterprise-scale network and security solutions. Permanent, full-time role with a hybrid working model (Leeds-based with some on-site/client interaction). Well suited to a senior Network Engineer stepping into architecture or an experienced Architect looking for hands-on design and delivery. To apply, please email ABOUT THE CLIENT We're working with a well-established organisation operating across large-scale enterprise environments, supporting complex, multi-vendor network infrastructures. With continued investment in modern networking, security, and cloud technologies, they are looking to strengthen their architecture capability to support ongoing transformation and growth. They operate across a range of sectors and deliver high-quality, secure, and scalable solutions, with a strong emphasis on technical excellence and end-to-end ownership. THE NETWORK ARCHITECT ROLE: You'll be responsible for designing and delivering enterprise network solutions across LAN, WAN, and data centre environments. This is a hands-on architecture role, covering the full lifecycle from high-level design through to implementation and migration. You'll work across multi-vendor environments, supporting technologies such as Cisco and Juniper networking, SD-WAN, network security, and data centre infrastructure. The role will involve close collaboration with engineering teams, stakeholders, and customers to ensure solutions are robust, scalable, and aligned to business needs. Alongside design responsibilities, you'll play a key role in technical decision-making, troubleshooting complex issues, and driving best practice across network architecture and security. NETWORK ARCHITECT ESSENTIAL SKILLS Strong experience in network architecture or senior network engineering roles Proven background designing enterprise LAN/WAN environments Experience with Cisco and/or Juniper networking technologies Strong knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF) Experience with SD-WAN solutions and modern WAN architectures Solid understanding of network security, including firewalls and segmentation Experience working with data centre technologies (Nexus, VXLAN, etc.) Ability to produce HLD/LLD documentation Experience working in complex, multi-vendor environments Strong stakeholder communication and problem-solving skills THE BENEFITS Opportunity to work on large-scale, enterprise networking projects Exposure to modern technologies including SD-WAN and cloud networking Strong technical environment with ongoing development opportunities Collaborative team culture with clear progression into senior architecture roles Flexible / hybrid working model TO BE CONSIDERED: Please either apply through this advert or email me directly via For further information please call me on / . By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only. KEY SKILLS Network Architect, Senior Network Engineer, Cisco, Juniper, SD-WAN, LAN, WAN, BGP, OSPF, Network Security, Firewalls, Data Centre, VXLAN, MPLS, Cloud Networking, Infrastructure, Enterprise Networking

Infrastructure Architect This role sits within a large-scale technology transformation, focused on bringing structure, clarity and direction to infrastructure and security architecture. The environment has strong engineering capability but lacks cohesive architectural governance. You'll review existing systems, identify gaps, and introduce a more joined-up, secure-by-design approach across infrastructure and cloud. This is not an enterprise-level role. It's ideal for someone with early architecture experience (or a senior engineer stepping up) who wants to influence design, shape standards and grow their architectural impact. Key Responsibilities Review current infrastructure and designs, identifying gaps and improvements Introduce architectural governance and improve documentation and mapping Layer security architecture across infrastructure (network, identity, endpoints, data) Support and shape Azure-led cloud architecture in a cloud-first environment Drive principles around zero trust, identity security and segmentation Work across business, data, application and infrastructure teams to align architecture Provide clear designs, diagrams and practical recommendations Act as a knowledge lead, influencing direction without direct reports Skills & Experience Background in infrastructure, security engineering or early architecture Strong understanding of networking, virtualisation, compute and cloud (Azure preferred) Exposure to security architecture concepts (zero trust, IAM, segmentation) Ability to review and produce technical designs and documentation Strong communication skills and ability to work across teams Experience in regulated environments beneficial This is an opportunity to define architecture rather than inherit it. You'll shape secure, scalable platforms from the ground up, balancing strategic oversight with hands-on influence, and leaving a clear architectural fingerprint across the organisation's technology landscape. Email

Principal Consultant - Incident Response Salary: Up to £85,000 + cash benefits Location: London, Cardiff, Manchester, Birmingham or Edinburgh Working pattern: Hybrid - 2-3 days per week in the office About the Role Our client is seeking an experienced Principal Consultant to join their Incident Response practice. This is a senior, client-facing role within a highly regarded cyber security team, delivering proactive incident readiness engagements. You will work closely with organisations to strengthen their preparedness. This includes reviewing and developing incident response plans, facilitating tabletop exercises, running simulated attack scenarios, and advising on preventative engineering and operational readiness. The focus is on ensuring clients are not only able to respond effectively in a crisis, but are proactively building resilience into their environments. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex and high-profile cyber incidents, while also shaping how organisations think about planning, governance and technical response capability. The Role As a Principal Consultant, you will: Lead and deliver technical incident response engagements, helping clients respond, remediate and recover from cyber security incidents. Conduct high-quality forensic and technical analysis to determine root cause, scope and impact of security breaches. Produce clear, well-structured outputs ranging from executive briefings to detailed technical investigation reports. Act as the technical lead on small to medium-sized incidents, overseeing team members and ensuring technical excellence throughout delivery. Support detection engineering and SecOps enhancement initiatives, including identifying coverage gaps in EDR/SIEM tooling and contributing to orchestration and automation playbooks. Work directly with client technical teams, acting as a trusted advisor and primary point of contact during engagements. Scope and design both emergency response and preparatory readiness engagements. In addition to reactive incident work, you will: Assess and improve clients' incident response plans and protocols. Facilitate tabletop exercises and simulated attack scenarios to test organisational readiness. Deliver incident preparedness services, including playbook development, runbook design and capability gap analysis. Provide threat briefings and strategic guidance to help organisations strengthen their preventative and detection capabilities. Mentor and develop junior consultants within the practice. About You Our client is looking for an experienced incident responder with strong technical depth and the ability to engage confidently with stakeholders at all levels. You will have recent hands-on experience in at least two of the following areas: Digital forensics and technical incident response Enterprise security operations tooling and processes Detection engineering within EDR/SIEM environments, including addressing ATT&CK TTP coverage gaps Enterprise IT networks and Active Directory Cloud platforms such as Microsoft 365, Azure, AWS or GCP You will also demonstrate: A strong understanding of threat actors and the techniques used to compromise organisations. The ability to analyse complex technical problems and communicate findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Experience leading investigations and managing client-facing engagements. Familiarity with incident readiness and preparedness services, including tabletop exercises, playbook development and response planning. The ability to build strong working relationships with clients and internal stakeholders. A commitment to mentoring and developing others within the team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced incident response professional who enjoys both the intensity of live incident work and the strategic value of helping organisations strengthen their cyber resilience before an attack occurs. Apply now for immediate review! Principal Consultant Incident Response, Incident Response Manager, Principal Consultant Incident Response, Incident Response Consultant, Principal Consultant Incident Response, Incident Response, Principal Consultant Incident Response, Incident Readiness Circle Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. Earn yourself a referral bonus if you refer somebody else who fills the role! We also offer an iPad if you refer a new client to us and we recruit for them. Follow us on Facebook - Circle Recruitment , Twitter and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.

Data Engineer Preston (Hybrid working) £50,000 Reliable, high-quality data underpins effective decision-making across the organisation. This Data Engineer role plays a critical part in ensuring that trusted data flows seamlessly from operational systems through to reporting and analytics platforms. Acting as the architect of the organisation's data foundations, you will design, build, and maintain robust data pipelines and models that turn raw information into meaningful, actionable insight. The role goes beyond writing code - it is about creating scalable, resilient data infrastructure that connects systems, supports regulatory requirements, and enables teams at all levels to make informed decisions. Data Engineer Key Responsibilities Design, build, and maintain scalable data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric. Ensure data is ingested, transformed, and stored efficiently, securely, and reliably. Implement robust error handling, logging, and monitoring across ETL/ELT processes. Develop and maintain test plans to validate data accuracy and pipeline performance. Monitor pipeline health and apply tuning techniques to optimise performance. Create and maintain dimensional and relational data models to support reporting and analytics. Collaborate closely with analysts and business stakeholders to ensure data models meet operational and strategic requirements. Document data structures, transformations, and lineage in a clear and accessible manner. Write, optimise, and maintain complex SQL queries for data extraction and transformation. Implement data quality checks and validation processes to ensure accuracy, reliability, and completeness. Work in partnership with data governance stakeholders to align engineering practices with governance frameworks, security standards, and GDPR requirements. Undertake additional duties aligned with the scope and seniority of the role as required. Key Skills & Experience Strong experience designing and maintaining scalable ETL/ELT data pipelines, ideally within a cloud-first environment. Hands-on experience with Microsoft Fabric, including data ingestion, transformation, and storage. Advanced SQL skills, with experience writing and optimising complex queries; Python experience advantageous. Solid understanding of relational and dimensional data modelling to support reporting and analytics. Experience migrating data workloads from on-premise solutions (e.g. SSIS or manual processes) to modern cloud platforms. Strong focus on data quality, including validation, monitoring, error handling, and documentation. Familiarity with Power BI and supporting analytics use cases. Awareness of data governance, security, and GDPR principles. Ability to work collaboratively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating business requirements into effective data solutions. Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

£500 per day - 6 month contract About the job We're currently looking for a Senior Cyber Security Engineer (Contract) to join a forward-thinking local authority cyber team. This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in shaping and optimising a newly outsourced SOC partnership with NCC Group, leveraging Splunk and CrowdStrike to strengthen security operations. Contract: 6 months Start: ASAP Location: Local Authority (LBH) What you'll be doing: Leading CrowdStrike Falcon deployment, configuration, and optimisation Enhancing Splunk SIEM dashboards, alerts, and threat detection capabilities Acting as a senior escalation point for incident response Driving SOAR automation to improve response times Conducting proactive threat hunting Upskilling internal teams across CrowdStrike, Splunk, and security analysis What we're looking for: 5+ years in Cyber Security Engineering or SOC (Tier 3 level) Strong hands-on experience with CrowdStrike (Falcon) Advanced Splunk (SPL + Enterprise Security) expertise Solid understanding of networks, cloud (AWS/Azure), and MITRE ATT&CK Bonus: Vulnerability Assessment and Pen Testing experience MUST HAVE LOCAL GOVERNMENT EXPERIENCE Certifications (desirable): Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Engineer (highly preferred) CrowdStrike certifications (CCFA, CCFR, CCSE) CISSP, GCIH, or similar If you're a senior engineer who enjoys working at the intersection of SOC optimisation, threat detection, and automation , this role offers real impact from day one.