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.
May 03, 2026
Full time
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.
Solus Accident Repair Centres
Birchanger, Hertfordshire
Overview At Solus, part of the Aviva family, we are continuing to modernise, simplify and strengthen our technology landscape. We are looking for a Solutions Architect who can bring clarity, leadership and technical depth to help shape how our business evolves. About the role As a senior technical leader, you will define and guide the enterprise architecture that underpins our products, platforms and operations. You will work across all architecture domains, ensuring our solutions are scalable, secure, resilient and aligned to our technology strategy. You will partner with Product, Platform, Cyber, Operations, Change and business stakeholders to reduce complexity, modernise legacy systems and support confident decision making across the organisation. Location: Hybrid (Stansted - 3 days per week, 2 days remote) Responsibilities Define and maintain our enterprise and target state architecture across applications, cloud, integrations, infrastructure, data and security. Produce high quality solution designs for new products, enhancements and integrations, including Evolve. Provide architectural leadership, ensuring designs are scalable, supportable, resilient and operationally sound. Lead our Technical Design Authority, ensuring governance is fair, consistent and enabling. Maintain architectural standards, principles, patterns and decision records. Provide guidance and assurance throughout delivery, helping teams interpret and apply architecture best practice. Shape integration architecture and patterns, ensuring secure and reliable data flows across internal and external systems. Collaborate with senior stakeholders, simplifying complex concepts and supporting business case development. Identify architectural risks early and work with Cyber, GRC and Data teams to embed security and compliance by design. Qualifications Strong experience across enterprise architecture domains including cloud, data, applications, infrastructure and security. Deep knowledge of modern enterprise patterns, SaaS adoption, API and event based integrations and resilience approaches. Experience establishing and governing architecture standards and principles. Ability to balance cost, complexity, scalability and security to support confident decision making. Strong communication skills with the ability to bring clarity to complex topics. Architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, SAFe Architect or BCS (or equivalent experience). Who are Solus? Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair. Why Join Solus? We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague: Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications. Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus. Company pension scheme with employer contributions. 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts. Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme. Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave. Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access. At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you're excited but don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply-your unique skills might be just what we need. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria-just email us after applying to let us know. Ready to join us? Apply online today, and our team will be in touch within 14 days.
May 03, 2026
Full time
Overview At Solus, part of the Aviva family, we are continuing to modernise, simplify and strengthen our technology landscape. We are looking for a Solutions Architect who can bring clarity, leadership and technical depth to help shape how our business evolves. About the role As a senior technical leader, you will define and guide the enterprise architecture that underpins our products, platforms and operations. You will work across all architecture domains, ensuring our solutions are scalable, secure, resilient and aligned to our technology strategy. You will partner with Product, Platform, Cyber, Operations, Change and business stakeholders to reduce complexity, modernise legacy systems and support confident decision making across the organisation. Location: Hybrid (Stansted - 3 days per week, 2 days remote) Responsibilities Define and maintain our enterprise and target state architecture across applications, cloud, integrations, infrastructure, data and security. Produce high quality solution designs for new products, enhancements and integrations, including Evolve. Provide architectural leadership, ensuring designs are scalable, supportable, resilient and operationally sound. Lead our Technical Design Authority, ensuring governance is fair, consistent and enabling. Maintain architectural standards, principles, patterns and decision records. Provide guidance and assurance throughout delivery, helping teams interpret and apply architecture best practice. Shape integration architecture and patterns, ensuring secure and reliable data flows across internal and external systems. Collaborate with senior stakeholders, simplifying complex concepts and supporting business case development. Identify architectural risks early and work with Cyber, GRC and Data teams to embed security and compliance by design. Qualifications Strong experience across enterprise architecture domains including cloud, data, applications, infrastructure and security. Deep knowledge of modern enterprise patterns, SaaS adoption, API and event based integrations and resilience approaches. Experience establishing and governing architecture standards and principles. Ability to balance cost, complexity, scalability and security to support confident decision making. Strong communication skills with the ability to bring clarity to complex topics. Architecture frameworks such as TOGAF, SAFe Architect or BCS (or equivalent experience). Who are Solus? Solus, who are owned by Aviva, are one of the UK leaders in vehicle repairs, returning cars to the road in just 11 days on average and a 4.6/5 star customer rating. With an award-winning apprenticeship programme and winners of other recognised industry awards Solus are proud to be shaping the future of vehicle repair. Why Join Solus? We have so much to offer when it comes to being a Solus colleague: Competitive salary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications. Bonus opportunity tied to your performance and the overall success of Solus. Company pension scheme with employer contributions. 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays), with the option to buy or sell up to 5 days. Save money with up to 40% discount on Aviva products and other retailer discounts. Share in Aviva's success through the Aviva Save As You Earn scheme. Supportive policies including parental and carer's leave. Wellbeing focus with tools like Group Income Protection and 24/7 GP access. At Solus, we value inclusivity and welcome all applicants. If you're excited but don't tick every box, we encourage you to apply-your unique skills might be just what we need. We guarantee an interview for disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria-just email us after applying to let us know. Ready to join us? Apply online today, and our team will be in touch within 14 days.
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.
May 03, 2026
Full time
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.
Understanding Recruitment
St. Albans, Hertfordshire
Lead Rust Engineer Up to 120,000/130,000 London Low Latency Async Rust Tokio Drones We have a new and exclusive partnership with one of the most exciting scale-ups in Europe, who are looking to double in size their engineering team. They have a valuation exceeding 2 billion Euros. The company builds aerial intelligence hardware and software. They're main focus is the manufacturing of UAV's. Alongside this, they are also developing bleeding edge software that provides actionable insights in defense, security and professional services. The Rust Team: The company are building a new Rust Engineering pod in the UK, and are hiring several Rust Engineers and a Team Lead. This engineering team are focusing on building a greenfield command and control center, designed specifically for unmanned systems. What you'll be doing: Architect, build, and support reliable, high-performance systems for coordinating swarms and handling sensor data. Develop streamlined communication methods and real-time data processing tools tailored for robotic platforms. Work hand-in-hand with multidisciplinary teams to connect backend infrastructure with robotic applications and sensor arrays. Enhance overall system efficiency, expandability, and dependability within distributed robotic setups. Experience you'll need: Production experience with Rust , or contributions to production grade open source repos. 2+ Years. Experience working with Tokio , or other asynchronous frameworks such as async.std or Smol. Ideally a background in a core programming language such as C, C++, or Core Java. Candidates from functional backgrounds such as Scala, Erlang or Clojure are also encouraged to apply. Experience developing low-latency, high throughput systems. Nice to have: Experience working with drones or robotics experience working with microcontrollers
May 03, 2026
Full time
Lead Rust Engineer Up to 120,000/130,000 London Low Latency Async Rust Tokio Drones We have a new and exclusive partnership with one of the most exciting scale-ups in Europe, who are looking to double in size their engineering team. They have a valuation exceeding 2 billion Euros. The company builds aerial intelligence hardware and software. They're main focus is the manufacturing of UAV's. Alongside this, they are also developing bleeding edge software that provides actionable insights in defense, security and professional services. The Rust Team: The company are building a new Rust Engineering pod in the UK, and are hiring several Rust Engineers and a Team Lead. This engineering team are focusing on building a greenfield command and control center, designed specifically for unmanned systems. What you'll be doing: Architect, build, and support reliable, high-performance systems for coordinating swarms and handling sensor data. Develop streamlined communication methods and real-time data processing tools tailored for robotic platforms. Work hand-in-hand with multidisciplinary teams to connect backend infrastructure with robotic applications and sensor arrays. Enhance overall system efficiency, expandability, and dependability within distributed robotic setups. Experience you'll need: Production experience with Rust , or contributions to production grade open source repos. 2+ Years. Experience working with Tokio , or other asynchronous frameworks such as async.std or Smol. Ideally a background in a core programming language such as C, C++, or Core Java. Candidates from functional backgrounds such as Scala, Erlang or Clojure are also encouraged to apply. Experience developing low-latency, high throughput systems. Nice to have: Experience working with drones or robotics experience working with microcontrollers
Become part of a mission-driven digital team helping to build secure, resilient services used by millions across the UK. The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), in partnership with Inspire People, is seeking a Lead Technical Architect with strong experience across infrastructure and cloud technologies, architectural governance, and the ability to lead technical design across complex digita click apply for full job details
May 03, 2026
Full time
Become part of a mission-driven digital team helping to build secure, resilient services used by millions across the UK. The Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA), in partnership with Inspire People, is seeking a Lead Technical Architect with strong experience across infrastructure and cloud technologies, architectural governance, and the ability to lead technical design across complex digita click apply for full job details
Network Architect (DV Cleared / Single UK National) Basingstoke Fully On-site £600+ per day Contract We're looking for an experienced Network Architect to join a multi-skilled, agile engineering team delivering complex and secure infrastructure solutions from a customer site in Basingstoke . This is a hands-on, technically challenging role where collaboration is key. You'll work closely with security, service, and management teams, contributing to project delivery while shaping and improving network architectures in a high-security environment. If you enjoy owning complex network designs end-to-end and taking accountability for delivery, performance, and continuous improvement, this role will suit you well. What you'll be doing Delivering technical implementation of medium to large network infrastructures Working on project deployments including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance Supporting project SMEs with preventative maintenance and configuration improvements Identifying risks, meeting delivery timescales, and contributing to technical frameworks on larger projects Implementing technical best practice independently within a team environment Managing systems in line with SLAs , identifying and delivering service improvements Owning complex technical issues and working with third-party suppliers where required Keeping up to date with new networking technologies, tools, and approaches to drive continuous improvement What we're looking for Proven experience implementing LAN networks and infrastructure patching from design specifications Strong background providing architectural and technical guidance to ensure compatibility with: Enterprise architectures Policies, standards, and security strategies Experience delivering work to agreed deadlines and cost constraints Ability to provide timely fixes or workarounds where issues arise Understanding that solutions often require process, service, or operating model changes , not just technology Comfortable working in complex, secure environments with multiple stakeholders Role details Rate: £600+ per day Contract: 6-month initial engagement Location: Basingstoke (BSN01) - 5 days per week on-site Clearance: High-level clearance required (Single UK National only) Working pattern: Monday to Friday Start: ASAP This is a strong opportunity for a Network Architect who wants to be hands-on, influential, and part of a collaborative team delivering secure, high-impact infrastructure.
May 03, 2026
Seasonal
Network Architect (DV Cleared / Single UK National) Basingstoke Fully On-site £600+ per day Contract We're looking for an experienced Network Architect to join a multi-skilled, agile engineering team delivering complex and secure infrastructure solutions from a customer site in Basingstoke . This is a hands-on, technically challenging role where collaboration is key. You'll work closely with security, service, and management teams, contributing to project delivery while shaping and improving network architectures in a high-security environment. If you enjoy owning complex network designs end-to-end and taking accountability for delivery, performance, and continuous improvement, this role will suit you well. What you'll be doing Delivering technical implementation of medium to large network infrastructures Working on project deployments including installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance Supporting project SMEs with preventative maintenance and configuration improvements Identifying risks, meeting delivery timescales, and contributing to technical frameworks on larger projects Implementing technical best practice independently within a team environment Managing systems in line with SLAs , identifying and delivering service improvements Owning complex technical issues and working with third-party suppliers where required Keeping up to date with new networking technologies, tools, and approaches to drive continuous improvement What we're looking for Proven experience implementing LAN networks and infrastructure patching from design specifications Strong background providing architectural and technical guidance to ensure compatibility with: Enterprise architectures Policies, standards, and security strategies Experience delivering work to agreed deadlines and cost constraints Ability to provide timely fixes or workarounds where issues arise Understanding that solutions often require process, service, or operating model changes , not just technology Comfortable working in complex, secure environments with multiple stakeholders Role details Rate: £600+ per day Contract: 6-month initial engagement Location: Basingstoke (BSN01) - 5 days per week on-site Clearance: High-level clearance required (Single UK National only) Working pattern: Monday to Friday Start: ASAP This is a strong opportunity for a Network Architect who wants to be hands-on, influential, and part of a collaborative team delivering secure, high-impact infrastructure.
Job title: Modern Workplace Solution Architect (M365) Location : Leeds / Edinburgh (2 days onsite) Daily Rate : £700 (Inside IR35) Contract Length : 6 months (with potential for extension) Working Pattern : Full Time The Role Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We're on the lookout for a passionate Modern Workplace Solution Architect to be a key player in a large-scale digital workplace programme! This is a hands-on architecture role where you'll design and enhance internal employee platforms within the Microsoft 365 environment. Forget being tied to just one project! You will dive into various initiatives that shape collaboration, identity, automation, and workplace technologies. What We're Looking For Must-Have Skills : Strong experience as a Solution Architect within Modern Workplace / M365 environments Proven experience in developing, designing, and testing enterprise solutions using Microsoft Endpoint Manager/Intune, Entra ID, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Office 365, and collaboration tools like Teams and Power Platform. Proven ability to design end-to-end solutions (documentation, diagrams, governance) Experience with Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, collaboration tools) Experience in Entra / Azure AD (identity & access management) Excellent stakeholder communication skills Experience with YAML pipelines for automation in Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions. Solid understanding of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery practises. Familiarity with modern security standards, including identity-driven security and zero trust. Knowledge of virtualization solutions across Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform. Experience with Unified Endpoint Management Technologies (e.g., Microsoft Intune, JAMF). What You'll Be Working On Designing solutions across the Microsoft 365 ecosystem (Teams, SharePoint, collaboration tools) Identity & Access Management (Entra/Azure AD, external users, multi-tenant setups) Supporting Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) integrations and tenant migrations Driving improvements in automation and infrastructure (Terraform, CI/CD pipelines) Exploring AI and modern workplace innovations (e.g., Copilot) Enhancing data visibility and observability across platforms Nice-to-Have Automation experience (PowerShell, Terraform, CI/CD) Exposure to Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) Experience with data, monitoring, or observability tools Background in regulated environments (e.g., financial services) Why Join Us? Work on high-impact, enterprise-scale projects that make a difference! Gain exposure to a wide variety of technologies and initiatives. Have the opportunity to influence modern workplace strategy and design . Thrive in a collaborative, fast-moving Agile environment . Ready to make an impact? Join us in improving and building internal digital workplace systems within a Modern Workplace / M365 environment. Types of Projects You'll Engage With : Identity & Access : Securely managing external/guest user access and multi-tenant collaboration. Mergers & Acquisitions : Integrating new companies into systems and migrating users. Collaboration & Workplace Tools : Enhancing communication through Microsoft Teams and SharePoint. AI & Automation : Automating workflows and infrastructure with cutting-edge tools. Infrastructure & Workplace Tech : Managing Azure Virtual Desktop and device management. Data & Observability : Collecting insights and improving service visibility. If you're excited about shaping the future of the workplace with us, we want to hear from you! Apply today and embark on this exciting journey! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
May 03, 2026
Contractor
Job title: Modern Workplace Solution Architect (M365) Location : Leeds / Edinburgh (2 days onsite) Daily Rate : £700 (Inside IR35) Contract Length : 6 months (with potential for extension) Working Pattern : Full Time The Role Are you ready to take your career to the next level? We're on the lookout for a passionate Modern Workplace Solution Architect to be a key player in a large-scale digital workplace programme! This is a hands-on architecture role where you'll design and enhance internal employee platforms within the Microsoft 365 environment. Forget being tied to just one project! You will dive into various initiatives that shape collaboration, identity, automation, and workplace technologies. What We're Looking For Must-Have Skills : Strong experience as a Solution Architect within Modern Workplace / M365 environments Proven experience in developing, designing, and testing enterprise solutions using Microsoft Endpoint Manager/Intune, Entra ID, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Office 365, and collaboration tools like Teams and Power Platform. Proven ability to design end-to-end solutions (documentation, diagrams, governance) Experience with Microsoft 365 (Teams, SharePoint, collaboration tools) Experience in Entra / Azure AD (identity & access management) Excellent stakeholder communication skills Experience with YAML pipelines for automation in Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions. Solid understanding of Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery practises. Familiarity with modern security standards, including identity-driven security and zero trust. Knowledge of virtualization solutions across Azure, AWS, and Google Cloud Platform. Experience with Unified Endpoint Management Technologies (e.g., Microsoft Intune, JAMF). What You'll Be Working On Designing solutions across the Microsoft 365 ecosystem (Teams, SharePoint, collaboration tools) Identity & Access Management (Entra/Azure AD, external users, multi-tenant setups) Supporting Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) integrations and tenant migrations Driving improvements in automation and infrastructure (Terraform, CI/CD pipelines) Exploring AI and modern workplace innovations (e.g., Copilot) Enhancing data visibility and observability across platforms Nice-to-Have Automation experience (PowerShell, Terraform, CI/CD) Exposure to Power Platform (Power Apps, Power Automate) Experience with data, monitoring, or observability tools Background in regulated environments (e.g., financial services) Why Join Us? Work on high-impact, enterprise-scale projects that make a difference! Gain exposure to a wide variety of technologies and initiatives. Have the opportunity to influence modern workplace strategy and design . Thrive in a collaborative, fast-moving Agile environment . Ready to make an impact? Join us in improving and building internal digital workplace systems within a Modern Workplace / M365 environment. Types of Projects You'll Engage With : Identity & Access : Securely managing external/guest user access and multi-tenant collaboration. Mergers & Acquisitions : Integrating new companies into systems and migrating users. Collaboration & Workplace Tools : Enhancing communication through Microsoft Teams and SharePoint. AI & Automation : Automating workflows and infrastructure with cutting-edge tools. Infrastructure & Workplace Tech : Managing Azure Virtual Desktop and device management. Data & Observability : Collecting insights and improving service visibility. If you're excited about shaping the future of the workplace with us, we want to hear from you! Apply today and embark on this exciting journey! Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
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
May 03, 2026
Full time
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
Senior Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Security Manager Walton Park Personal Contract Full- time Joint-contribution pension from 6% (12% total) - Enhanced maternity & family leave - Life assurance - HolidayPlus - Virtual GP & Employee Assistance Programme plus retail and leisure discounts & many more. REQ5583 A senior governance and technical leadership role responsible for the lifecycle management, security, and governance of SGN's Operational Technology systems and physical security infrastructure at critical national infrastructure sites across the gas transmission network, ensuring regulatory compliance and risk management in line with industry and national standards. We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here's how you will contribute Act as Asset Owner for SCADA and OT systems, maintaining governance, lifecycle management, and configuration control across SGN's gas transmission network Lead OT cybersecurity governance across Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) sites, ensuring compliance with NIS Regulations, the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), and HSE expectations for control system integrity Govern physical security assets at gas sites, maintaining appropriate protections and ensuring system changes are appropriately controlled Lead delivery of the OT capital programme, driving cyber security improvements, system upgrades, and resilience investments to time and regulatory commitments Coordinate cross-directorate engagement with Operations, Engineering, Cyber, and Regulatory teams to maintain oversight of OT risk, resilience, and compliance obligations Provide senior technical decision-making authority on OT security architecture, system resilience, and change governance - ensuring continuity of safe gas network operations What you will need Proven experience in OT or ICS asset management, including hands-on familiarity with SCADA systems, within a safety-critical or regulated environment Strong understanding of OT cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory obligations, including NIS Regulations, the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), and IEC 62443 Experience in physical security asset management at Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) sites or equivalent high-security operational environments Demonstrated ability to lead capital programmes and manage cross-functional delivery across engineering, cyber, and operations disciplines Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to operate at senior level across technical and non-technical audiences including regulators Relevant qualification in engineering, computer science, cybersecurity, or a related discipline; professional accreditation in OT/ICS security or asset management is desirable Not sure you meet every requirement? Research shows some people - particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. If this role interests you but you're not sure you tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you. You might be just who we're looking for - now or in the future. Why SGN? SGN leads pioneering research and development for a energy system. Our innovative technologies are transforming the gas industry while keeping people safe and warm. We are an award-winning employer, including CCA Gold Awards for Great Places to Work and Inclusivity and Accessibility , and a proud Gold member of the Armed Forces Covenant. If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We're here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.
May 03, 2026
Full time
Senior Industrial Control Systems (ICS) and Security Manager Walton Park Personal Contract Full- time Joint-contribution pension from 6% (12% total) - Enhanced maternity & family leave - Life assurance - HolidayPlus - Virtual GP & Employee Assistance Programme plus retail and leisure discounts & many more. REQ5583 A senior governance and technical leadership role responsible for the lifecycle management, security, and governance of SGN's Operational Technology systems and physical security infrastructure at critical national infrastructure sites across the gas transmission network, ensuring regulatory compliance and risk management in line with industry and national standards. We deliver safety, warmth, and comfort to homes and businesses. Every role, whether in the office or on the front line, plays a key part in this mission. Here's how you will contribute Act as Asset Owner for SCADA and OT systems, maintaining governance, lifecycle management, and configuration control across SGN's gas transmission network Lead OT cybersecurity governance across Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) sites, ensuring compliance with NIS Regulations, the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), and HSE expectations for control system integrity Govern physical security assets at gas sites, maintaining appropriate protections and ensuring system changes are appropriately controlled Lead delivery of the OT capital programme, driving cyber security improvements, system upgrades, and resilience investments to time and regulatory commitments Coordinate cross-directorate engagement with Operations, Engineering, Cyber, and Regulatory teams to maintain oversight of OT risk, resilience, and compliance obligations Provide senior technical decision-making authority on OT security architecture, system resilience, and change governance - ensuring continuity of safe gas network operations What you will need Proven experience in OT or ICS asset management, including hands-on familiarity with SCADA systems, within a safety-critical or regulated environment Strong understanding of OT cybersecurity frameworks and regulatory obligations, including NIS Regulations, the Cyber Assessment Framework (CAF), and IEC 62443 Experience in physical security asset management at Critical National Infrastructure (CNI) sites or equivalent high-security operational environments Demonstrated ability to lead capital programmes and manage cross-functional delivery across engineering, cyber, and operations disciplines Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to operate at senior level across technical and non-technical audiences including regulators Relevant qualification in engineering, computer science, cybersecurity, or a related discipline; professional accreditation in OT/ICS security or asset management is desirable Not sure you meet every requirement? Research shows some people - particularly women and those from underrepresented backgrounds - may hesitate to apply unless they meet every criteria. At SGN, we value diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. If this role interests you but you're not sure you tick every box, we'd still love to hear from you. You might be just who we're looking for - now or in the future. Why SGN? SGN leads pioneering research and development for a energy system. Our innovative technologies are transforming the gas industry while keeping people safe and warm. We are an award-winning employer, including CCA Gold Awards for Great Places to Work and Inclusivity and Accessibility , and a proud Gold member of the Armed Forces Covenant. If you require any accommodations or support during the application process, reach out to us. We're here to help ensure an inclusive and accessible experience for everyone.
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
May 03, 2026
Full time
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
SOC Engineer - SIEM, Exabeam, SOAR, EDR, IDS/IPS, MITRE, Azure, SC-200, SC-100, Our leading global law firm client are currently looking to take on a new SOC Engineer (SIEM, Exabeam, SOAR, EDR, IDS/IPS, MITRE, Azure, SC-200, SC-100) to join their team on a contractual basis. The firm are an extremely modern law firm which offer a healthy hybrid working solution 2-3 days per week in London and offer a great deal of autonomy and technical exposure. This SOC Engineer (SIEM, Exabeam, SOAR, EDR, IDS/IPS, MITRE, Azure, SC-200, SC-100) role, will be responsible for the enhancement of existing SIEM platform and improve performance, coverage and fidelity by conducting regular assessments of the SIEM architecture. To be considered for this SOC Engineer (SIEM, Exabeam, SOAR, EDR, IDS/IPS, MITRE, Azure, SC-200, SC-100)Defender) role, it's ideal you have: 3 + years within a similar role Ideal but not required law firm experience Security qualifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, CompTIA Sec+ or others SIEM Engineering & Maturity Enhance and optimise the existing SIEM platform to improve performance, coverage, and fidelity. Conduct regular assessments of SIEM architecture and propose improvements to ingestion pipelines, parsing rules, correlation logic, and storage management. Implement automation and orchestration components (SOAR) to streamline incident response activities. Log Source Onboarding & Integration Identify, prioritise, and onboard new log sources from cloud, on-prem, network, endpoint, identity, and application platforms. Develop and maintain custom parsers, connectors, and ingestion playbooks. Work with internal teams and vendors to ensure high-quality, reliable telemetry and error-free ingestion. Use Case & Detection Content Development Design, implement, test, and tune detection use cases based on attacker techniques (MITRE ATT&CK), threat intelligence, and risk appetite. Build correlation rules, anomaly-based detections, dashboards, and alerting workflows. Regularly review detection efficacy and reduce false positives through tuning and logic refinement. SOC Support & Incident Response Work closely with SOC analysts to validate and refine detection logic. Support incident investigations through SIEM searches, enrichment, and data modelling. Provide technical SME support for complex incidents that require deep SIEM or log knowledge. Documentation & Governance Maintain high-quality documentation covering data models, feed onboarding, use cases, correlation logic, and architecture. Ensure alignment with internal controls, compliance requirements, and industry standards. Education, Skills & Experience Technical Expertise Hands-on experience with leading SIEM platforms (e.g., Exabeam, LogRhythm, ArcSight, Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, Elastic). Strong understanding of log formats (JSON, syslog, XML, CEF, etc.) and ingestion technologies (Syslog, API, Event Hubs, Kafka, Agents). Practical knowledge of detection engineering, threat modelling, and attacker behaviour analysis. Experience building and tuning correlation rules, searches, and dashboards. Familiarity with SOAR platforms and automation workflows. Security Knowledge Strong understanding of networking, Windows/Linux systems, Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP), identity systems, and endpoint protection technologies (e.g. SentinelOne and Microsoft Defender) Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, cyber kill chain, and threat hunting methodologies. Must Have Level 4 or higher qualification in a computing subject, or equivalent experience IT experience including both IT Infrastructure and Information Security roles Relevant professional certifications that validate the fundamental skills required to perform the role, e.g. GIAC (GCIA,GCDA,GMON) Microsoft SC-200/SC-100, CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist (CSIS), SSCP/CISSP etc Strong skill level in scripting technologies, including Python, MS PowerShell and PowerApps Ability to conduct research into Infrastructure issues and products as required Self-starting with strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Ability to engage colleagues at all levels and project a solid, professional attitude consistently. Nice to have Data Loss Prevention Secure Remote Access solutions Network Security solutions Open Source and Cyber Threat Intelligence Suitable experience working with the market leading technology vendor product suites Experience in software-defined and cloud services such as SaaS, IaaS, PaaS and DaaS Experience in Disaster Recovery Management and Business Continuity Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws
May 03, 2026
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SOC Engineer - SIEM, Exabeam, SOAR, EDR, IDS/IPS, MITRE, Azure, SC-200, SC-100, Our leading global law firm client are currently looking to take on a new SOC Engineer (SIEM, Exabeam, SOAR, EDR, IDS/IPS, MITRE, Azure, SC-200, SC-100) to join their team on a contractual basis. The firm are an extremely modern law firm which offer a healthy hybrid working solution 2-3 days per week in London and offer a great deal of autonomy and technical exposure. This SOC Engineer (SIEM, Exabeam, SOAR, EDR, IDS/IPS, MITRE, Azure, SC-200, SC-100) role, will be responsible for the enhancement of existing SIEM platform and improve performance, coverage and fidelity by conducting regular assessments of the SIEM architecture. To be considered for this SOC Engineer (SIEM, Exabeam, SOAR, EDR, IDS/IPS, MITRE, Azure, SC-200, SC-100)Defender) role, it's ideal you have: 3 + years within a similar role Ideal but not required law firm experience Security qualifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, CompTIA Sec+ or others SIEM Engineering & Maturity Enhance and optimise the existing SIEM platform to improve performance, coverage, and fidelity. Conduct regular assessments of SIEM architecture and propose improvements to ingestion pipelines, parsing rules, correlation logic, and storage management. Implement automation and orchestration components (SOAR) to streamline incident response activities. Log Source Onboarding & Integration Identify, prioritise, and onboard new log sources from cloud, on-prem, network, endpoint, identity, and application platforms. Develop and maintain custom parsers, connectors, and ingestion playbooks. Work with internal teams and vendors to ensure high-quality, reliable telemetry and error-free ingestion. Use Case & Detection Content Development Design, implement, test, and tune detection use cases based on attacker techniques (MITRE ATT&CK), threat intelligence, and risk appetite. Build correlation rules, anomaly-based detections, dashboards, and alerting workflows. Regularly review detection efficacy and reduce false positives through tuning and logic refinement. SOC Support & Incident Response Work closely with SOC analysts to validate and refine detection logic. Support incident investigations through SIEM searches, enrichment, and data modelling. Provide technical SME support for complex incidents that require deep SIEM or log knowledge. Documentation & Governance Maintain high-quality documentation covering data models, feed onboarding, use cases, correlation logic, and architecture. Ensure alignment with internal controls, compliance requirements, and industry standards. Education, Skills & Experience Technical Expertise Hands-on experience with leading SIEM platforms (e.g., Exabeam, LogRhythm, ArcSight, Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, QRadar, Elastic). Strong understanding of log formats (JSON, syslog, XML, CEF, etc.) and ingestion technologies (Syslog, API, Event Hubs, Kafka, Agents). Practical knowledge of detection engineering, threat modelling, and attacker behaviour analysis. Experience building and tuning correlation rules, searches, and dashboards. Familiarity with SOAR platforms and automation workflows. Security Knowledge Strong understanding of networking, Windows/Linux systems, Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP), identity systems, and endpoint protection technologies (e.g. SentinelOne and Microsoft Defender) Knowledge of MITRE ATT&CK, cyber kill chain, and threat hunting methodologies. Must Have Level 4 or higher qualification in a computing subject, or equivalent experience IT experience including both IT Infrastructure and Information Security roles Relevant professional certifications that validate the fundamental skills required to perform the role, e.g. GIAC (GCIA,GCDA,GMON) Microsoft SC-200/SC-100, CompTIA Secure Infrastructure Specialist (CSIS), SSCP/CISSP etc Strong skill level in scripting technologies, including Python, MS PowerShell and PowerApps Ability to conduct research into Infrastructure issues and products as required Self-starting with strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills. Ability to engage colleagues at all levels and project a solid, professional attitude consistently. Nice to have Data Loss Prevention Secure Remote Access solutions Network Security solutions Open Source and Cyber Threat Intelligence Suitable experience working with the market leading technology vendor product suites Experience in software-defined and cloud services such as SaaS, IaaS, PaaS and DaaS Experience in Disaster Recovery Management and Business Continuity Knowledge of applicable data privacy practices and laws
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
May 03, 2026
Full time
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
Cyber Security Assurance Specialist SC Cleared We're supporting a leading UK research and technology organisation delivering nationally significant programmes, and they're looking for an SC cleared Cyber Security Assurance Specialist to play a key role in securing a complex, hybrid technology estate. The chosen candidate must have capabilites in risk assessments across IT, Cloud and OT environments with exposure to secure cloud or infrastructure design (Azure/M365).This is 8 month rolling contract, paying £407 PD Inside IR 35 to be based in Culham two to three days per week. Key responsibilities include: Conducting risk assessments across IT, cloud and OT environments Reviewing and advising on security architecture & design patterns Owning and maintaining enterprise risk registers Leading technical assurance reviews aligned to GovAssure / CAF / ISO27001 Supporting audit, compliance, and remediation activities Embedding security controls across platforms (Azure, M365, infrastructure) Working closely with engineering, architecture, and delivery teams Key experience: Strong experience in cyber security assurance / risk / governance roles Proven background in secure cloud or infrastructure design (Azure/M365) Experience with risk frameworks (ISO 31000, NIST, OWASP etc.) Knowledge of GovAssure, CAF, ISO27001, Cyber Essentials Entra ID / Azure / M365 SIEM / EDR / vulnerability management tools Access control models (RBAC/ABAC) Experience supporting audits, assurance reviews, and remediation plans Ability to translate technical risk into clear business language SC cleared, one stage, must be commutable from Cluham.
May 03, 2026
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Cyber Security Assurance Specialist SC Cleared We're supporting a leading UK research and technology organisation delivering nationally significant programmes, and they're looking for an SC cleared Cyber Security Assurance Specialist to play a key role in securing a complex, hybrid technology estate. The chosen candidate must have capabilites in risk assessments across IT, Cloud and OT environments with exposure to secure cloud or infrastructure design (Azure/M365).This is 8 month rolling contract, paying £407 PD Inside IR 35 to be based in Culham two to three days per week. Key responsibilities include: Conducting risk assessments across IT, cloud and OT environments Reviewing and advising on security architecture & design patterns Owning and maintaining enterprise risk registers Leading technical assurance reviews aligned to GovAssure / CAF / ISO27001 Supporting audit, compliance, and remediation activities Embedding security controls across platforms (Azure, M365, infrastructure) Working closely with engineering, architecture, and delivery teams Key experience: Strong experience in cyber security assurance / risk / governance roles Proven background in secure cloud or infrastructure design (Azure/M365) Experience with risk frameworks (ISO 31000, NIST, OWASP etc.) Knowledge of GovAssure, CAF, ISO27001, Cyber Essentials Entra ID / Azure / M365 SIEM / EDR / vulnerability management tools Access control models (RBAC/ABAC) Experience supporting audits, assurance reviews, and remediation plans Ability to translate technical risk into clear business language SC cleared, one stage, must be commutable from Cluham.
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
May 03, 2026
Full time
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
AWS Infrastructure Engineer - Fix it. Strengthen it. Scale it. £70,000 - £80,000 Remote-first Travel to Portsmouth (once/month) Some AWS roles are about maintaining what's already there. This one is about making it better. You'll be joining a small infrastructure team as the AWS specialist as the person who looks at the current setup, challenges it, and helps shape what "good" really looks like. If you enjoy getting into the detail, improving environments, and leaving things in a better state than you found them this will suit you. What's in it for you? Salary : £70,000 - £80,000 Working pattern : Remote-first (occasional travel to Portsmouth data centre) Team : Small, high-impact infra team (you'll be the third engineer) Influence : Genuine say in technical direction and standards Environment : AWS-first, with hybrid infrastructure and modern DevSecOps practices Opportunity : Help shape a growing business moving from "move fast" to "build properly" What's the role really about? This isn't a greenfield build. And it's not a perfectly polished environment either. It's somewhere in the middle - built quickly, now ready to be reviewed, improved, and strengthened for scale. You'll: Assess the current AWS setup Reduce technical debt Improve security and segmentation Help define what a robust, scalable environment should look like Less "keep it running". More "make it right". What you'll be doing Reviewing and improving the existing AWS infrastructure Strengthening security, segmentation, and best practice architecture Supporting a hybrid setup across cloud and on-prem environments Handling technical issues and escalations when needed Working closely with engineering teams to align infrastructure and development Helping move teams further toward AWS and away from on-prem dependencies Contributing to automation and DevSecOps practices already in place Communicating clearly across technical and non-technical stakeholders What you'll bring Strong, hands-on AWS experience (3-5+ years) - beyond just setup and migration A background in infrastructure / on-prem environments, now cloud-focused Solid understanding of: VPC, networking, and segmentation Secure, scalable AWS architecture Hybrid infrastructure environments A practical approach to AWS security and best practice Ideally exposure to other cloud platforms (Azure ideally) - enough to understand multi-cloud environments, even if AWS is your core strength Experience working alongside engineering teams in modern environments The confidence to challenge, improve, and push standards forward The reality of the role This is a fast-growing business that's historically moved quickly. Now it's time to tighten things up. Better structure. Stronger foundations. Less technical debt. They need someone who can step into that environment and bring clarity, direction, and improvement. This role suits someone who doesn't just want to run infrastructure but wants to shape it. Interested? Send your CV to bob com
May 03, 2026
Full time
AWS Infrastructure Engineer - Fix it. Strengthen it. Scale it. £70,000 - £80,000 Remote-first Travel to Portsmouth (once/month) Some AWS roles are about maintaining what's already there. This one is about making it better. You'll be joining a small infrastructure team as the AWS specialist as the person who looks at the current setup, challenges it, and helps shape what "good" really looks like. If you enjoy getting into the detail, improving environments, and leaving things in a better state than you found them this will suit you. What's in it for you? Salary : £70,000 - £80,000 Working pattern : Remote-first (occasional travel to Portsmouth data centre) Team : Small, high-impact infra team (you'll be the third engineer) Influence : Genuine say in technical direction and standards Environment : AWS-first, with hybrid infrastructure and modern DevSecOps practices Opportunity : Help shape a growing business moving from "move fast" to "build properly" What's the role really about? This isn't a greenfield build. And it's not a perfectly polished environment either. It's somewhere in the middle - built quickly, now ready to be reviewed, improved, and strengthened for scale. You'll: Assess the current AWS setup Reduce technical debt Improve security and segmentation Help define what a robust, scalable environment should look like Less "keep it running". More "make it right". What you'll be doing Reviewing and improving the existing AWS infrastructure Strengthening security, segmentation, and best practice architecture Supporting a hybrid setup across cloud and on-prem environments Handling technical issues and escalations when needed Working closely with engineering teams to align infrastructure and development Helping move teams further toward AWS and away from on-prem dependencies Contributing to automation and DevSecOps practices already in place Communicating clearly across technical and non-technical stakeholders What you'll bring Strong, hands-on AWS experience (3-5+ years) - beyond just setup and migration A background in infrastructure / on-prem environments, now cloud-focused Solid understanding of: VPC, networking, and segmentation Secure, scalable AWS architecture Hybrid infrastructure environments A practical approach to AWS security and best practice Ideally exposure to other cloud platforms (Azure ideally) - enough to understand multi-cloud environments, even if AWS is your core strength Experience working alongside engineering teams in modern environments The confidence to challenge, improve, and push standards forward The reality of the role This is a fast-growing business that's historically moved quickly. Now it's time to tighten things up. Better structure. Stronger foundations. Less technical debt. They need someone who can step into that environment and bring clarity, direction, and improvement. This role suits someone who doesn't just want to run infrastructure but wants to shape it. Interested? Send your CV to bob com
Infrastructure Manager, EUC Manager, Head of IT, Head of Digital Workplace, remote Our client, am industry leading organisation, is looking to hire an EUC/Digital Workplace manager of manage a team of 15 at their Swindon offices (remote working an option with occasional travel to Swindon). The successful candidate will provide technical and visionary leadership to shape our clients EUC/Digital Workplace strategy. You will also act as a senior change leader within Technology Services, influencing decision-making across the business, including partners, to ensure Digital Workplace initiatives contribute directly to strategic organisational outcomes. Suitable applicants will have experience managing similar size EUC teams in a Microsoft environment e.g. SharePoint Teams, MS-Teams, O365. Engagement via umbrella company only; all taxes & NI deducted at source.Remote working - occasional travel to site in Swindon. Examples of accountability: - Setting the long-term vision and multiyear strategy for the Digital Workplace Leading strategic engagement to influence how digital tools shape future ways of working Acting as a senior advisor to leadership on modern workplace trend and digital employee experience strategy Driving enterprise level adoption and behaviour change to embed Digital Workplace capabilities Providing inspirational leadership, developing a high-performing, outcomes focused Digital Workplace organisation that role models modern ways of working Ensuring alignment with the security and architecture teams with respect to implementation of security controls. Skills and experience required: - Strong understanding of digital workplace technologies and enterprise collaboration platforms. Experience in service design and release management. Experience of delivering & leading a technology orientated function Project management skills with the ability to produce compelling business cases. Experience working with senior stakeholders with the capability to communicate tech. terminology to non-IT literate business partners. Experience of budget management, ideally circa £3m and above. Working knowledge of ITIL Working with strategic delivery partners to drive value and performance with respect delivery of enabling technology related services Proven procurement and commercial skills. 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.
May 03, 2026
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Infrastructure Manager, EUC Manager, Head of IT, Head of Digital Workplace, remote Our client, am industry leading organisation, is looking to hire an EUC/Digital Workplace manager of manage a team of 15 at their Swindon offices (remote working an option with occasional travel to Swindon). The successful candidate will provide technical and visionary leadership to shape our clients EUC/Digital Workplace strategy. You will also act as a senior change leader within Technology Services, influencing decision-making across the business, including partners, to ensure Digital Workplace initiatives contribute directly to strategic organisational outcomes. Suitable applicants will have experience managing similar size EUC teams in a Microsoft environment e.g. SharePoint Teams, MS-Teams, O365. Engagement via umbrella company only; all taxes & NI deducted at source.Remote working - occasional travel to site in Swindon. Examples of accountability: - Setting the long-term vision and multiyear strategy for the Digital Workplace Leading strategic engagement to influence how digital tools shape future ways of working Acting as a senior advisor to leadership on modern workplace trend and digital employee experience strategy Driving enterprise level adoption and behaviour change to embed Digital Workplace capabilities Providing inspirational leadership, developing a high-performing, outcomes focused Digital Workplace organisation that role models modern ways of working Ensuring alignment with the security and architecture teams with respect to implementation of security controls. Skills and experience required: - Strong understanding of digital workplace technologies and enterprise collaboration platforms. Experience in service design and release management. Experience of delivering & leading a technology orientated function Project management skills with the ability to produce compelling business cases. Experience working with senior stakeholders with the capability to communicate tech. terminology to non-IT literate business partners. Experience of budget management, ideally circa £3m and above. Working knowledge of ITIL Working with strategic delivery partners to drive value and performance with respect delivery of enabling technology related services Proven procurement and commercial skills. 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.
DevOps Engineer, Azure, Terraform, COR7485A We're looking for a hands-on, experienced DevOps Engineer to support, develop and manage my financial services client's DevOps pipelines and release processes across a growing Azure environment. This is a key role focused on improving build, release, and deployment processes - eliminating manual steps, enhancing security, and increasing reliability across the software delivery lifecycle. The Role As a senior-level DevOps Engineer, you will work closely with a DevOps Architect, with the following key responsibilities: Designing, implementing, and maintaining Azure DevOps YAML pipelines for application and infrastructure deployments Identifying operational efficiency improvement opportunities with pipelines and deployment processes Identifying and eliminating security vulnerabilities with strategic solutions that increase data security and implement best practice Ensuring the protection of the business environments through release and deployment management Building on the current release management process through the continued establishment of CI/CD pipelines Managing infrastructure as code with Terraform Benefits Predominantly remote working - you'll be required onsite in the Reading office a couple of times a month Opportunities for certification and continued learning 25 days' holiday, with the ability to purchase more Private health insurance Life Assurance What's required to be successful in this DevOps Engineer role? A proactive mindset with a passion for automation A solid understanding of DevOps best practices and cloud security Strong Azure cloud and CI/CD experience, with a particular focus on Azure DevOps (YAML pipelines, environments variable groups), Azure Key Vault, Azure API Management and Azure Managed Identity Terraform (IaC) Ansible experience would be preferred Any Salesforce integration experience would be highly beneficial So What's Next? If If you're an experienced DevOps Engineer who enjoys improving systems, driving automation, and building reliable cloud platforms, we'd love to hear from you! DevOps Engineer, Azure, Terraform, Ansible Corriculo Ltd acts as an employment agency and an employment business.
May 03, 2026
Full time
DevOps Engineer, Azure, Terraform, COR7485A We're looking for a hands-on, experienced DevOps Engineer to support, develop and manage my financial services client's DevOps pipelines and release processes across a growing Azure environment. This is a key role focused on improving build, release, and deployment processes - eliminating manual steps, enhancing security, and increasing reliability across the software delivery lifecycle. The Role As a senior-level DevOps Engineer, you will work closely with a DevOps Architect, with the following key responsibilities: Designing, implementing, and maintaining Azure DevOps YAML pipelines for application and infrastructure deployments Identifying operational efficiency improvement opportunities with pipelines and deployment processes Identifying and eliminating security vulnerabilities with strategic solutions that increase data security and implement best practice Ensuring the protection of the business environments through release and deployment management Building on the current release management process through the continued establishment of CI/CD pipelines Managing infrastructure as code with Terraform Benefits Predominantly remote working - you'll be required onsite in the Reading office a couple of times a month Opportunities for certification and continued learning 25 days' holiday, with the ability to purchase more Private health insurance Life Assurance What's required to be successful in this DevOps Engineer role? A proactive mindset with a passion for automation A solid understanding of DevOps best practices and cloud security Strong Azure cloud and CI/CD experience, with a particular focus on Azure DevOps (YAML pipelines, environments variable groups), Azure Key Vault, Azure API Management and Azure Managed Identity Terraform (IaC) Ansible experience would be preferred Any Salesforce integration experience would be highly beneficial So What's Next? If If you're an experienced DevOps Engineer who enjoys improving systems, driving automation, and building reliable cloud platforms, we'd love to hear from you! DevOps Engineer, Azure, Terraform, Ansible Corriculo Ltd acts as an employment agency and an employment business.
Junior Architectural Technologist, Bristol, £30k - £34k depending on experience. If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Sophie Randle at RGB Recruitment ASAP! A highly regarded, design led architectural practice are looking to bring in a Junior Architectural Technologist to join their team in Bristol. This is a genuinely strong opportunity to join a well established consultancy with global presence, known for delivering high quality, technically complex projects across a wide range of sectors.The practice has a strong reputation within the industry and a consistently busy pipeline of work, offering exposure to projects that are both technically challenging and varied in nature. You'll gain experience across multiple sectors and stages, working within a collaborative and well structured team environment. Opportunities at this level within a practice of this calibre are relatively rare, particularly with the level of project exposure on offer.The role would suit someone with around 3-5 years' experience who has a solid technical grounding and is confident using Revit. You will be supporting the delivery of projects currently at technical and construction stage, with involvement across sectors including healthcare, defence, education, commercial and infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Producing and developing technical drawings using Revit Supporting delivery of projects at technical and construction stages Assisting with the preparation of detailed drawing packages Coordinating information with consultants and wider project teams Ensuring drawings are accurate, compliant and buildable Working across multiple sectors and project types Supporting senior team members in the delivery of live projects Requirements Relevant Architectural degree 3-5 years' experience within a UK architectural practice Background in a technical / delivery-focused role Proficiency in Revit is essential Good understanding of UK Building Regulations and construction methods Experience across multiple sectors (desirable) Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach Ability to work well within a team environment You'll gain valuable experience working on live projects at delivery stage, supported by an experienced and collaborative team.The role offers a clear pathway for development, making it a strong move for someone looking to build on their technical experience and progress within a high quality practice.
May 03, 2026
Full time
Junior Architectural Technologist, Bristol, £30k - £34k depending on experience. If you would like to know more about this opportunity, please contact Sophie Randle at RGB Recruitment ASAP! A highly regarded, design led architectural practice are looking to bring in a Junior Architectural Technologist to join their team in Bristol. This is a genuinely strong opportunity to join a well established consultancy with global presence, known for delivering high quality, technically complex projects across a wide range of sectors.The practice has a strong reputation within the industry and a consistently busy pipeline of work, offering exposure to projects that are both technically challenging and varied in nature. You'll gain experience across multiple sectors and stages, working within a collaborative and well structured team environment. Opportunities at this level within a practice of this calibre are relatively rare, particularly with the level of project exposure on offer.The role would suit someone with around 3-5 years' experience who has a solid technical grounding and is confident using Revit. You will be supporting the delivery of projects currently at technical and construction stage, with involvement across sectors including healthcare, defence, education, commercial and infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Producing and developing technical drawings using Revit Supporting delivery of projects at technical and construction stages Assisting with the preparation of detailed drawing packages Coordinating information with consultants and wider project teams Ensuring drawings are accurate, compliant and buildable Working across multiple sectors and project types Supporting senior team members in the delivery of live projects Requirements Relevant Architectural degree 3-5 years' experience within a UK architectural practice Background in a technical / delivery-focused role Proficiency in Revit is essential Good understanding of UK Building Regulations and construction methods Experience across multiple sectors (desirable) Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach Ability to work well within a team environment You'll gain valuable experience working on live projects at delivery stage, supported by an experienced and collaborative team.The role offers a clear pathway for development, making it a strong move for someone looking to build on their technical experience and progress within a high quality practice.
Role: Cyber Security Assurance Specialist Salary/Rate: £45-55 per hr inside IR35 Location: Hybrid, near Oxford 3x per week Contract Duration: until December 2026 We are currently looking for a Cyber Security Assurance Specialist for our government client. This Cyber Security Assurance Specialist role is hybrid, based between working 3 days per week on site in Abingdon Oxfordshire and the remainder of the week working remotely. There is no further flexibility with the on-site requirement. The contract for this Cyber Security Assurance Specialist position is until December 2026, with potential to extend, operating inside IR35. Security Clearance: eligible for Security Check ("SC Clearance") This role is inside IR35 - Due to the service of the role, it will now be based on an Umbrella solution. Essential skills/experience required: Demonstrable experience in designing and implementing secure infrastructure or cloud architectures . Proven experience with risk assessment methodologies and maintaining enterprise risk registers . Working knowledge of risk assessment methodologies (e.g. ISO 31000, FAIR, OWASP risk rating). Strong understanding of Gov Assure, CAF, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, and NIST frameworks. Experience conducting or supporting security audits and implementing remediation plans. Proficiency in assessing and securing platforms such as Entra ID (Azure AD), Microsoft 365 E5, Azure IaaS/PaaS, Windows/Linux/Unix. Strong knowledge of security tooling such as SIEM, endpoint detection (EDR/XDR), and vulnerability management platforms. Hands-on experience with policy development, access control models and logging standards. Experience supporting assurance activities or government-mandated reviews (e.g. GovAssure, Secure by Design). Knowledge of Incident Management, Vulnerability Assessments, SIEM & SOC Systems. Familiarity with ITSM workflows and change control procedures Experience designing or reviewing secure software supply chain and CI/CD security . Ability to interpret CVEs, CVSS scores, and threat intelligence feeds. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills with an ability to produce technical reports and articulate risk to non-specialists. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to senior stakeholders. Role / Responsibilities: Conduct technical risk assessments on IT/OT/cloud systems Provide secure design guidance to digital projects (cloud/infra/app) Maintain and update the security risk register quarterly Evaluate 2 critical technical changes for architectural risk (e.g., network reconfig, app onboarding) Document evidence gathering and remediation planning for Secure-by-design,CAF and GovAssure Conduct internal technical assurance reviews aligned to GovAssure/CAF/ISO27001 domains Maintain traceability of security controls to frameworks (NIST, CE+, NCSC), Evaluate Suppliers against internal and external risk criteria for Assurance. Contribute to the adoption of Zero Trust principles in platform design Provide secure-by-design input into infrastructure/cloud/app initiatives Define security control templates for new deployments (e.g., SaaS, Azure service, OT upgrade) Deliver knowledge sessions to technical teams (secure config, threats, compliance) Develop secure configuration guidance for platforms (e.g. Entra ID, Linux, M365) Represent Cyber Security in architecture/design authorities Produce and maintain technical security reports for assurance cycles Support compliance audit evidence packs (GovAssure/CAF, CE+, ISO 27001) Develop or update security standard documents (e.g. threat modelling, vulnerability mgmt) Support cyber input for IT, research or OT programmes Work with IT teams to co-author and test secure configuration standards and playbooks Support security policy application in hybrid cloud, infra, and app settings Support audit and compliance activities with reporting and evidence gathering If you are interested in the above role, please click Apply Now and send a CV for quick review. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a better way for us to communicate, please do let us know. Security, Cyber, Infosec, Information Security, GRC, Assurance, Compliance, Risk, Vulnerability 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.
May 03, 2026
Contractor
Role: Cyber Security Assurance Specialist Salary/Rate: £45-55 per hr inside IR35 Location: Hybrid, near Oxford 3x per week Contract Duration: until December 2026 We are currently looking for a Cyber Security Assurance Specialist for our government client. This Cyber Security Assurance Specialist role is hybrid, based between working 3 days per week on site in Abingdon Oxfordshire and the remainder of the week working remotely. There is no further flexibility with the on-site requirement. The contract for this Cyber Security Assurance Specialist position is until December 2026, with potential to extend, operating inside IR35. Security Clearance: eligible for Security Check ("SC Clearance") This role is inside IR35 - Due to the service of the role, it will now be based on an Umbrella solution. Essential skills/experience required: Demonstrable experience in designing and implementing secure infrastructure or cloud architectures . Proven experience with risk assessment methodologies and maintaining enterprise risk registers . Working knowledge of risk assessment methodologies (e.g. ISO 31000, FAIR, OWASP risk rating). Strong understanding of Gov Assure, CAF, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, and NIST frameworks. Experience conducting or supporting security audits and implementing remediation plans. Proficiency in assessing and securing platforms such as Entra ID (Azure AD), Microsoft 365 E5, Azure IaaS/PaaS, Windows/Linux/Unix. Strong knowledge of security tooling such as SIEM, endpoint detection (EDR/XDR), and vulnerability management platforms. Hands-on experience with policy development, access control models and logging standards. Experience supporting assurance activities or government-mandated reviews (e.g. GovAssure, Secure by Design). Knowledge of Incident Management, Vulnerability Assessments, SIEM & SOC Systems. Familiarity with ITSM workflows and change control procedures Experience designing or reviewing secure software supply chain and CI/CD security . Ability to interpret CVEs, CVSS scores, and threat intelligence feeds. Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills with an ability to produce technical reports and articulate risk to non-specialists. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present to senior stakeholders. Role / Responsibilities: Conduct technical risk assessments on IT/OT/cloud systems Provide secure design guidance to digital projects (cloud/infra/app) Maintain and update the security risk register quarterly Evaluate 2 critical technical changes for architectural risk (e.g., network reconfig, app onboarding) Document evidence gathering and remediation planning for Secure-by-design,CAF and GovAssure Conduct internal technical assurance reviews aligned to GovAssure/CAF/ISO27001 domains Maintain traceability of security controls to frameworks (NIST, CE+, NCSC), Evaluate Suppliers against internal and external risk criteria for Assurance. Contribute to the adoption of Zero Trust principles in platform design Provide secure-by-design input into infrastructure/cloud/app initiatives Define security control templates for new deployments (e.g., SaaS, Azure service, OT upgrade) Deliver knowledge sessions to technical teams (secure config, threats, compliance) Develop secure configuration guidance for platforms (e.g. Entra ID, Linux, M365) Represent Cyber Security in architecture/design authorities Produce and maintain technical security reports for assurance cycles Support compliance audit evidence packs (GovAssure/CAF, CE+, ISO 27001) Develop or update security standard documents (e.g. threat modelling, vulnerability mgmt) Support cyber input for IT, research or OT programmes Work with IT teams to co-author and test secure configuration standards and playbooks Support security policy application in hybrid cloud, infra, and app settings Support audit and compliance activities with reporting and evidence gathering If you are interested in the above role, please click Apply Now and send a CV for quick review. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process or if there is a better way for us to communicate, please do let us know. Security, Cyber, Infosec, Information Security, GRC, Assurance, Compliance, Risk, Vulnerability 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.
Cloud Solution Architect for Power Platform We are looking for a seasoned Power Platform Cloud Solution Architect with extensive experience in Power Platform development. This role emphasizes developing and implementing governance strategies, best practices, and customized Power Platform solutions. The ideal candidate will be skilled in leveraging the Power Apps and Power Automate Studio and Power Platform Admin Center to assist customers with architectural design, troubleshoot existing applications, and establish governance frameworks tailored to organizational needs. Qualifications Experience Level: Intermediate to expert in Power Platform governance, administration, and Power Apps development. Technical Expertise: Advanced knowledge of Power Platform Admin Center and Center of Excellence Starter Kit configuration. Power Platform Technologies: Strong proficiency in Power Apps (Canvas and especially Model Driven Apps), Power Automate (cloud and especially desktop flows), Dataverse, Power Pages and other Power Platform components. Enterprise Focus: Demonstrated experience in Power Platform administration and support within large-scale environments. Training & Troubleshooting: Skilled in delivering technical training and resolving complex application issues. Problem-Solving & Collaboration: Excellent analytical and collaboration skills. Communication: Strong ability to engage with key stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Certifications: Advanced Microsoft certifications preferred. Consulting Experience: Previous customer-facing roles are highly desirable. Continuous Learning: Strong commitment to staying updated on modern engineering practices and tools. Required Skill Set Power Platform Development Develop and maintain Power Apps solutions with a focus on model driven apps development and architecture. Development of Power Pages. Knowledge of Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) via Solutions. Experience in setting up, troubleshooting and optimizing Power Automate desktop flows. Familiarity with integrating data from Dataverse, SharePoint, and other sources. Ability to provide technical training and guide customers through architectural decisions for custom Power Apps solutions. Power Platform Administration & Governance Administer and support Power Platform environments, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power Platform Admin Center (PPAC). Deep understanding of Dataverse, governance strategies, environment planning, and security. Expertise in developing environment strategies (environment types, purpose, security roles). Proficiency in licensing (standard vs. premium), capacity planning, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies. Analytical skills for reporting and data analysis within PPAC and M365 audit logs. Capable of establishing and managing a Power Platform Center of Excellence (CoE). Desired Skill Set Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement Up to date product knowledge in Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement modules: Dynamics 365 Sales Dynamics 365 Customer Service Dynamics 365 Customer Insights - Journeys Dynamics 365 Field Service Dynamics CRM On-premises Enterprise level administration and development focused specifically with: CRM infrastructure installation and configuration CRM deployment configuration CRM customization and configuration (Data model, forms, views, JavaScript, C# .NET, plugins, workflows) CRM integration Dynamics CRM Cloud Migration Knowledge in CRM 2015+ build versions and upgrade experience Architectural experience for Dynamics CRM on-premises A strong understanding of business application performance tuning which includes an understanding of SQL, IIS (Internet Information Services), Networking, and client-side troubleshooting. Environment health assessment experience This role is ideal for individuals passionate about empowering organizations through innovative and secure Power Platform solutions while championing best practices in governance and administration.
May 03, 2026
Full time
Cloud Solution Architect for Power Platform We are looking for a seasoned Power Platform Cloud Solution Architect with extensive experience in Power Platform development. This role emphasizes developing and implementing governance strategies, best practices, and customized Power Platform solutions. The ideal candidate will be skilled in leveraging the Power Apps and Power Automate Studio and Power Platform Admin Center to assist customers with architectural design, troubleshoot existing applications, and establish governance frameworks tailored to organizational needs. Qualifications Experience Level: Intermediate to expert in Power Platform governance, administration, and Power Apps development. Technical Expertise: Advanced knowledge of Power Platform Admin Center and Center of Excellence Starter Kit configuration. Power Platform Technologies: Strong proficiency in Power Apps (Canvas and especially Model Driven Apps), Power Automate (cloud and especially desktop flows), Dataverse, Power Pages and other Power Platform components. Enterprise Focus: Demonstrated experience in Power Platform administration and support within large-scale environments. Training & Troubleshooting: Skilled in delivering technical training and resolving complex application issues. Problem-Solving & Collaboration: Excellent analytical and collaboration skills. Communication: Strong ability to engage with key stakeholders and cross-functional teams. Certifications: Advanced Microsoft certifications preferred. Consulting Experience: Previous customer-facing roles are highly desirable. Continuous Learning: Strong commitment to staying updated on modern engineering practices and tools. Required Skill Set Power Platform Development Develop and maintain Power Apps solutions with a focus on model driven apps development and architecture. Development of Power Pages. Knowledge of Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) via Solutions. Experience in setting up, troubleshooting and optimizing Power Automate desktop flows. Familiarity with integrating data from Dataverse, SharePoint, and other sources. Ability to provide technical training and guide customers through architectural decisions for custom Power Apps solutions. Power Platform Administration & Governance Administer and support Power Platform environments, including Power Apps, Power Automate, and Power Platform Admin Center (PPAC). Deep understanding of Dataverse, governance strategies, environment planning, and security. Expertise in developing environment strategies (environment types, purpose, security roles). Proficiency in licensing (standard vs. premium), capacity planning, and Data Loss Prevention (DLP) policies. Analytical skills for reporting and data analysis within PPAC and M365 audit logs. Capable of establishing and managing a Power Platform Center of Excellence (CoE). Desired Skill Set Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement Up to date product knowledge in Dynamics 365 Customer Engagement modules: Dynamics 365 Sales Dynamics 365 Customer Service Dynamics 365 Customer Insights - Journeys Dynamics 365 Field Service Dynamics CRM On-premises Enterprise level administration and development focused specifically with: CRM infrastructure installation and configuration CRM deployment configuration CRM customization and configuration (Data model, forms, views, JavaScript, C# .NET, plugins, workflows) CRM integration Dynamics CRM Cloud Migration Knowledge in CRM 2015+ build versions and upgrade experience Architectural experience for Dynamics CRM on-premises A strong understanding of business application performance tuning which includes an understanding of SQL, IIS (Internet Information Services), Networking, and client-side troubleshooting. Environment health assessment experience This role is ideal for individuals passionate about empowering organizations through innovative and secure Power Platform solutions while championing best practices in governance and administration.
