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Principal Electrical Design Engineer - Protection & Control Scotland Region Permanent - Full Time, hybrid Salary Competitive + Car Allowance + Flexible Benefits Summary: This role involves designing and overseeing the implementation of protection schemes, control systems, and related equipment to ensure the safe and reliable operation of power networks, substations, and Transmissions and Distribution electrical infrastructure. Position requires technical expertise and vast experience working in Transmission and Distribution sector for protection & control and Substation Automation system/SCADA design (from 11kV up to 400kV). Candidate should lead the design and specification of protection and control systems for electrical substations, powerplants, and transmission/distribution networks. Roles & Responsibilities: Candidate is responsible to develop protection settings, relay PSL files, coordination studies, including fault detection and isolation strategies. Candidates should have complete knowledge of all TSO/DNO standards & specifications with respect to P&C Design & Calculations, as well as overall Substation Design Works. He/She should ensure compliance with relevant national and international standards (e.g., IEC, BS, IEEE) in protection system design. Candidate should have good knowledge of substation primary design and substation equipment/switchgear specifications. He/She should ensure that the design meets safety standards and regulatory requirements, incorporating protection against electrical hazards, arc flash, and other safety concerns. Design, implement and maintain SCADA/communication systems for a variety of clients in sectors including utilities, oil and gas, manufacturing, industrial automation and various other communication networks. Configure and optimize network infrastructure & communication protocols such as IEC 61850; Distributed Network Protocol (DNP 3); Parallel Redundancy Protocol (PRP); Precision Time Protocol (PTP); Network Time Protocol (NTP); Simplified Network Time Protocol (NTP), Modbus, OPC, Profibus, etc for seamless integration with field devices, including RTUs, PLCs, IEDs, etc, also ensure stable connectivity between SCADA centres & remote sites, and configure secure VPNs & remote access protocols to allow for safe, off-site monitoring and control. Understand client requirements & produce network architecture philosophy diagram, IED telecommunication diagram, SCADA & Telecommunications Panel design, Network IP allocation, I/O Schedules, Cable & Core schedules, etc. Assist with the setup and commissioning of SCADA systems at client sites, troubleshoot field devices and network communication issues, perform preventive and corrective maintenance on SCADA infrastructure and associated hardware. Efficiently design/develop the SCADA/communication systems (e.g., Ignition, Siemens WinCC, GE iFIX, etc) to ensure real-time data acquisition and control for critical infrastructure. Provide remote support for troubleshooting SCADA system and network issues, ensuring minimal downtime and swift resolution of critical incidents. Conduct system upgrades, testing, and validation for new features, components, and patches. Implement cybersecurity measures to safeguard SCADA systems against emerging threats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration and deployment of SCADA systems. Candidate should have experience in tendering, pricing jobs, proposal creation. Candidate should be actively participating in work winning process. Candidate should be capable of technically assessing engineering problems and critically evaluating a range of technical solutions. Unwavering confidence in technically assessing engineering problems and critically evaluating a range of technical solutions will be instrumental in pursuit of engineering excellence. Exemplary communication skills to demonstrate diligence, prioritize tasks effectively, and ensure a thorough understanding of relevant legislation, including CDM and ESQCR. This knowledge will be pivotal in managing Transmission and Distribution network. Collaborate closely with other designers, construction professionals, and engineering teams. Liaise effectively with the Power Systems, Primary and Civil design departments to ensure that all objectives are met and that the best possible design is submitted. Review and provide constructive feedback on the reports and drawings done by Junior & Senior Engineers. Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers in the design, analysis, and commissioning of protection systems. What we're looking for : Experience: Extensive experience in electrical protection and control system design, Substation Automation and SCADA system typically 12-15 years, with a proven track record of delivering complex projects within the power sector. Technical and Professional knowledge and experience associated with the role. Candidate should have vast experience in crafting Single Line Diagrams, AC & DC Schematic Drawings, Panel General Arrangements, Panel Wiring Diagrams, Switchgear Termination/interconnection drawings, Block Cable Diagrams/Schedules, and performing cable specification/sizing calculations, battery sizing calculations, CT/VT sizing, multicore sizing, Relays CORTEC/specifications. Candidate should have experience in testing & commissioning of P&C, SCADA/Communication/SAS panels. Should be able to Identify potential risks and failures within protection and SCADA systems and propose mitigation strategies. Candidate should have good knowledge & experience working with AutoCAD. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering (typically 2:1 or above) in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field. A master's degree may be preferred for senior roles.Chartered Status (Preferred): Chartered Engineer (CEng) status with a professional body such as the Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) or the Institution of Electrical Engineers (IEE) is highly desirable.Certifications (Optional): Professional certifications such as NEBOSH for health and safety, or specific training in protection and control system design, may be beneficial.Candidate should have experience working in Substation Automation Syste

Commissioning Manager The client are a leading enterprise level life safety and security integrator working on large scale project throughout the UK & Europe The Role This role will oversee the commissioning of Life Safety, Fire Detection, Fire Suppression, Sprinkler, Security, and Data Infrastructure systems specifically within large-scale Industrial, Commercial, Residential and Data Centre environments. The Commissioning Manager will provide technical leadership, challenge design information, manage multidiscipline commissioning teams, and ensure all systems are integrated, validated, and handed over in accordance with all standards, legislation, project specific standards and client timescales. Duties and Responsibilities Planning & Coordination Develop detailed commissioning plans, programmes, procedures, and schedules for ELV systems (Life Safety, CCTV, Access Control, Intercom, etc). Review design drawings, specifications, and scope documents to identify commissioning requirements. Coordinate with design teams, project managers, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure readiness for commissioning. Conduct commissioning meetings and prepare progress reports for management and clients. Review resource requirements and skill set for each project/system and ensure they are in place as per the commissioning plan/programme Plan across multiple projects to ensure commissioning plans/programme/resources are in place and that one project doesn't fail due to another project over-running. Coordinate and manage integration workshops between life safety systems, security systems, sprinklers, fire suppression and data systems Commissioning Execution Ensure the project commissioning plan is in place and lead and supervise commissioning engineers on site in conjunction with the project site team Carry out weekly checks with commissioning engineers to ensure programme being adhered to and monitor progress/resource issues Oversee programming, system configuration, and integration between multiple ELV systems (e.g., linking fire alarm with access control or BMS) Ensure all issues identified during testing are logged, rectified, and reverified before system handover Implement and manage commissioning gateways, punch list management, and closure Quality Assurance & Compliance Verify compliance with Specifications, BAFE, BS, EN, and GBEC Policies and procedures Support standardization of commissioning processes across multiple sites Coordinate third-party testing, inspections, and approvals with relevant agencies or consultants Maintain QA/QC documentation, including checklists, test reports, and witness sheets Ensure commissioning activities follow safety and quality management procedures Review and validate commissioning scripts, method statements, and integrated test plans Documentation & Handover Prepare and maintain complete commissioning documentation, including test sheets, commissioning logs, and defect reports Manage and support the preparation of as-built drawings, O&M manuals, and training sessions for client representatives Oversee final acceptance testing (FAT), site acceptance testing (SAT), and system handover to the client Ensure all commissioning evidence is captured through approved digital platforms (e.g., Dalux, BIM360, Cx software, ATP) Leadership & Team Management Lead, mentor, and train commissioning teams and engineers Demonstrate a key focus in driving force to deliver project close outs Communicate risks early, escalate blockers, and drive issue resolution to protect milestones Support end-user training and handover of fully validated systems Ensure coordination with other trades (mechanical, electrical, BMS, lifts, etc) to ensure smooth integration Provide technical support and troubleshooting throughout project execution Working Conditions Primarily site-based role with travel between multiple project locations May involve extended working hours to meet project deadlines Must comply with all site safety and company policies Person Specification Skills & Competencies Minimum 5+ years senior commissioning experience on large commercial or Data Centre projects Deep understanding of ELV and life safety systems architecture and integration Presenting & demonstrating commission delivery position to senior management teams Strong leadership, planning, and team coordination skills Highly organized with strong urgency, attention to detail, and commitment to zero-defect execution Proficiency in commissioning tools, system diagnostic software, and network configuration Excellent communication and documentation abilities Analytical mindset with strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capabilities Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure Essential Hold CSCS Card and SMSTS Safety Trained Experience in working on and commissioning Fire Detection, Voice Alarm, Disabled Systems, Access Control, CCTV, Intruder systems to the applicable British, European and NACOSS Standards and knowledge of all relevant BAFE/BRE codes of practice To be conversant with and up to date in respect of new technologies and regulatory standards that are relevant to the design process Minimum of 5+ Years Experience Commissioning Medium/Large Projects Plan and monitor work to tight time scales and deadlines Multitask across multiple projects Good verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports Work creatively and innovatively dealing with core issues with customers Form good working relationships with colleagues, customers and stakeholders Strong understanding of redundancy philosophy, fire strategies for data halls, and operational uptime commissioning procedures Experience managing multi-discipline commissioning teams and running commissioning meetings/workshops Influence, persuade and negotiate effectively Understand and disseminate specifications and technical drawings Display initiative and to have strong attention to detail Be highly motivated and orientated with a strong drive to deliver and succeed Have good organisational and time management skills Good presentation and customer facing skills PC Literate and Good understanding of Microsoft Products Desirable FIA/NACOSS Training (Advanced Installer & Advanced Commissioner) First Aid Training System Knowledge / Experience: Fire Alarms - Gent/WINMAG/DRAX/Advanced/Siemens/FAAST/Xtralis/ Apollo PAVA - Honeywell/Baldwin Boxall Disabled Systems - Baldwin Boxall/C-TEC Security System - Milestone/Xplan/CCure/AMAG/Lenel/Hikvision/Axis/ Galaxy/Comelit/Commend Previous experience of working within Fire, Security or Data Infrastructure industry M&E Co-ordination experience For more information on this role please call Giles - Director -

Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer - Defence Programme Location: Caerphilly (with travel to client / Ministry of Defence sites as required)Clearance: SC (must hold or be eligible); DV highly desirableSalary: 75,000 + Bonus + Comprehensive Benefits Package About the Role A major Defence programme is seeking a highly skilled Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer to lead the design, implementation and ongoing support of secure, resilient, multi?domain network services. You will work across datacentre networks, secure LAN/WAN, SDN?enabled virtualised environments, and deployed operational sites - ensuring high availability, compliance and adaptability in a mission?critical environment. Key Responsibilities Lead the design, configuration and support of secure multi?site LAN/WAN/SDN infrastructure. Configure and optimise enterprise switching platforms (e.g., Cubic M3X S8G / S24G, Cisco ESS3300?based). Implement routing protocols including BGP, MPLS, VPLS, and HA technologies. Configure firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS and boundary protection systems. Support virtualised routing and SD?WAN technologies (Cisco Catalyst 8000V). Act as senior escalation point for complex incidents. Ensure compliance with MOD security standards and Secure by Design principles. Maintain documentation, diagrams and CMDB records. Support accreditation processes (IT Health Checks, CCVAs). Contribute to network automation (Python, Ansible, PowerShell). Identify opportunities for architectural improvement. Essential Experience Extensive multi?site LAN/WAN experience. Advanced configuration skills on Cisco and Cubic platforms. Deep knowledge of BGP, MPLS, VPLS and segmentation. High?availability technologies (HSRP/VRRP equivalents). DNS, DHCP, NAT, IP planning. Experience in secure or Defence?oriented environments. ITIL?based service management. Desirable Experience VMware NSX and SDN, SD?WAN and virtualised routing, VoIP, QoS, SIEM/log analysis tools. Knowledge of JSP, ISO 27001, NIST. Experience leading technical projects. Existing SC/DV clearance. Qualifications Cisco CCNP (required); CCIE desirable. ITIL v4 Foundation or above. Degree in Computer Science, Network Engineering or equivalent experience. Personal Qualities Strong communicator. Analytical problem?solver. Able to mentor and lead. Customer centric and proactive.If you are a Senior Network Infrastructure Engineer with experience working in or with the Defence sector and looking for an exciting new challenge, please send your CV to me today.

# About the Opportunity Job Type: PermanentApplication Deadline: 31 May 2026 Department FIL - Cyber Defence Operations Reports To Senior Technical Consultant - CDO Level 5We share a commitment to making things better for clients and each other. We continually explore new technology and different ways of working to put our clients first. So bring your boldest ideas to our Cyber Defense Operations team and feel like you're making progress. About your team Technology function across FIL is responsible for all global aspects of Technology, Digital, Cybersecurity, and Innovation. Fidelity is a value-driven, customer-obsessed organization and in Technology we are fortunate to play a direct role in helping our clients with one of the most important aspects of their lives - their financial well-being. Within the Technology function is our Global Cyber & Information Security (GCIS) that operates enterprise security services and controls. These are designed to mitigate Cyber and Information Security risks ensuring that Fidelity's business operates securely. The Technical Cybersecurity teams monitor both the internal and external threat environment, responding to security alerts and events in close to real time, as well as providing security assurance and access management services across the enterprise technology and business environment. Our global innovative Cyber Defence Operations team sits within GCIS and provides proactive, cutting-edge solutions to protect clients' digital assets and infrastructure against evolving cyber threats. The Detection Engineering & Automation team within our Global Cybersecurity Operations focuses on the development of automated detection capabilities to reduce manual effort of the Global Cybersecurity Operations team freeing up time to focus on real cyber threats. They ensure that security controls are performing effectively and efficiently and that they are feeding into automation technologies allowing the organisation to make intelligent correlated decisions. About your role The Detection, Automation and Engineering Manager plays a pivotal role in supporting the Global Cybersecurity Operations team by ensuring security tooling implemented in the organisation are working as intended. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving excellence and innovation across the team and have extensive knowledge and experience in technologies including, but are not limited to, SIEM Administration (logging, use-case development, resource utilisation and optimisation), SOAR, DDoS, IPS, Email security, Network Anomaly Detection. The ideal candidate has experience of not only using a wide range of technologies to respond to security events, but also supporting ongoing maintenance of the tools. About you Key Responsibilities The Detection, Automation and Engineering Manager will be responsible to: Lead and manage a global high performing Detection, Automation and Engineering service. Lead and oversee the development of new security detection use-cases and associated workflows within automation to address emerging threats and vulnerabilities; ensuring robust QA, QC and Change Management is followed and maintained. Lead and own team delivery reporting, detailing key metrics, incidents, and trends for stakeholders, enabling informed decision-making following set formats. Drive engineering maturity by designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines to standardise, automate, and improve the quality, velocity, and reliability of detection and automation releases. Own and govern delivery prioritisation, ensuring sprint planning and team output align to the function roadmap, business priorities, and risk based value delivery. Contribute to and influence roadmap development by identifying engineering opportunities, tooling enhancements, and future-state capabilities that strengthen the function's strategic direction. Lead and oversee the maintenance and management of security solutions / services like Sentinel, Defender, ServiceNow, Proofpoint, etc. Regularly assess the effectiveness of security tools through metrics and key performance indicators, driving continuous improvement initiatives within the team. Identify and implement enhancement opportunities with existing tooling to capitalise investments and returns. Guide, upskill and mentor a high performing team, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment to maximize productivity and skill development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and Security Architects to ensure alignment of security tooling initiatives with broader organizational goals and compliance requirements. Lead the implementation of robust security tooling solutions, ensuring seamless integration with existing systems and infrastructure. Establish and maintain proactive monitoring mechanisms to promptly detect and respond to incidents, utilizing the latest tooling capabilities. Provide expert support to security operations teams by troubleshooting tooling issues, conducting root cause analyses, and implementing corrective measures. Execute and oversee security tooling projects, including resource management, timelines, and deliverables, demonstrating adept project management skills. Experience and Skills Required At least 4 years of experience working in a Detection Engineering function, preferably in Financial Services, focusing on Automation and Security Engineering maturity, with experience of managing and maintaining security tools within a global environment. Programming experience (PowerShell, Bash, Python, JavaScript) to automate tasks using scripting on both Windows and Linux systems. Hands-on experience with APIs, demonstrating the ability to integrate security tools seamlessly, automate workflows, and enhance overall security posture through effective API utilization. Experience developing and fine-tuning Detection use-cases using advanced KQL and possess Innovative Mindset to challenge current processes. Experience developing and utilising automation to enhance responses to security alerts. Experience integrating and maintaining a SIEM solution and associated log stream integrations. Experience with Cloud environments and infrastructure integration with a SIEM solution. Demonstrable proficiency utilising built in security functions within Azure and AWS. Apply leadership and management skills in guiding and mentoring a security automation and engineering team to achieve collective success. Proven experience of being organised and methodical manner applying critical thinking to tasks and problems. Employ excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to articulate security concepts, present findings, and engage with diverse stakeholders, including technical and non-technical audiences. Demonstrate adaptability to evolving security landscapes, staying updated on industry trends, and proactively integrating new technologies and methodologies into security tooling strategies. Feel rewarded For starters, we'll offer you a comprehensive benefits package. We'll value your wellbeing and support your development. And we'll be as flexible as we can about where and when you work - finding a balance that works for all of us. It's all part of our commitment to making you feel motivated by the work you do and happy to be part of our team. For more about our work, our approach to dynamic working and how you could build your future here, visit For more about our work, our approach to dynamic working and how you could build your future here, visit As an international financial services organisation, we are in-scope of international regulations in the way that we carry out our work. This position is involved in work that is regulated by the FCA and/or the PRA and their Individual

Role Title: Network Product Owner Start Date: ASAP End Date: 18th December 2026 Rate: 630 Location: Manchester 3 days on site JD - Network Security Technical Product Owner - the clients Global Network Services, you should possess the following skillsets: Network Security Product Strategy and Vision: Ability to define, document, and communicate a clear network security product vision aligned with Zero Trust principles, organizational governance frameworks, and regulatory compliance requirements. Deep understanding of security policy lifecycle management, identity and access management integration, micro-segmentation strategies, and continuous verification principles. Skilled in managing network security product backlog prioritized based on risk assessment, business value, and threat landscape, with deep collaboration with security operations, infrastructure, and compliance teams. Strong understanding of API-level integration between security platforms and orchestration systems. Previous Hands-on expertise in one or more of the following areas: design and build of secure, fault-tolerant enterprise-class distributed network security systems with business-facing APIs/Web UIs, ensuring successful adoption and rotation at scale across domains including Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) for Remote Access and Proxy services, Network Access Control (NAC), Next 1 Generation Firewalls (NGFW), Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS), and Security Information & Event Management (SIEM) integration, spanning physical, virtual, and cloud environments. Strong understanding of network security technology fundamentals including Zero Trust Architecture (ZTA) principles, Software 1 Defined Perimeter (SDP), identity-aware proxy architectures, 802.1X authentication, certificate-based authentication, policy-based access control, stateful/stateless firewall technologies, threat intelligence integration, and network segmentation strategies. Expertise in security policy modelling, documentation of end-to-end security workflow specifications (e.g., threat models, security control frameworks, policy decision flows), security architecture diagrams, and governance framework documentation aligned with industry standards (NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Controls). Desired Knowledge - Knowledge of DevSecOps tooling, GitOps for security-as-code, CI/CD pipelines for security policy deployment, Infrastructure-as 1 Code (IaC) security scanning, security automation frameworks, and version control for security configurations. Working knowledge of cloud-native security services: Cloud Access Security Brokers (CASB), cloud firewall services, identity federation, secure access service edge (SASE), zero trust network access platforms, security posture management, and cloud IAM integration. Compliance and Regulatory Controls - Strong knowledge of security frameworks and standards (NIST Cybersecurity Framework, ISO 27001/27002, PCI-DSS, SOC 2) and experience designing and implementing solutions using commercial and open-source security tools for lifecycle management of enterprise security infrastructure. Understanding of ITIL for security incident and problem management, risk management frameworks, and security governance processes. Proficiency in Agile Methodologies - Jira/Confluence, Scrum/Kanban, security backlog and workflow management, and security 1 specific SRE reporting metrics (Mean Time to Detect - MTTD, Mean Time to Respond - MTTR, Mean Time to Remediate, deployment frequency, security control effectiveness, Security Level Objectives - SLO).

Principal Cloud Platform Engineer - Contract Location: Hybrid (60% office / 40% remote) Rate: 580 - 618 per day - Inside IR35 Engagement: PAYE via Umbrella Company only Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Principal Cloud Platform Engineer to help shape the future of our cloud security and automation capabilities. You will play a key role in expanding our cloud product roadmap, automating remediation and escalation processes, and strengthening our security posture across enterprise platforms. Working closely with engineering, security, and DevOps teams, you will apply modern cloud-native and CI/CD practices to solve real-world business challenges across multiple technology domains. Key Responsibilities Drive cloud infrastructure enhancements aligned to strategic and budgetary objectives. Collaborate with engineering teams on the design, build, and delivery of scalable cloud services. Enable stakeholders to adopt modern cloud-native architectures and best practices. Ensure cloud platforms adhere to security, compliance, and software lifecycle standards. Automate operational workflows, incident remediation, and escalation processes. Essential Skills & Experience Proven experience in cloud engineering with professional certifications (AWS, Azure, or GCP preferred). Ability to translate High-Level Designs (HLD) and Low-Level Designs (LLD) into implementable solutions. Strong scripting skills in PowerShell, Bash, and Python or Java . Deep experience with CI/CD pipelines and Agile/Scrum methodologies. Knowledge of SIEM, cloud security controls, and cloud security tooling . Experience with incident, problem, and change management processes. Hands-on experience with Wiz (Wiz Cloud, Wiz Defend) . Strong containerisation expertise ( Docker, Kubernetes ). Experience with Windows and Red Hat Linux environments. Automation experience using Chef or similar configuration management tools . GCP-Focused Experience (Highly Desirable) Infrastructure automation using Deployment Manager or Terraform . IAM roles, Service Accounts, and Organization Policies. CI/CD tooling including Cloud Build, Artifact Registry, and Cloud Deploy . GCP Networking (VPC, firewall rules, load balancing). Observability and security tooling (Cloud Logging, Monitoring, Security Command Center). Experience with GKE and container orchestration . Desirable Qualifications Experience within financial services or other regulated environments. Bachelor's degree (or higher) in a relevant technical discipline. CISSP or equivalent security certification.

Role: Senior Akamai Security Engineer Location: Hybrid - 60% onsite / 40% remote - Knutsford, Cheshire Contract Length: Until 30/11/2026 Rate: 550 to 600 per day Inside IR35 Role Overview We're looking for a Senior Akamai Security Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and optimisation of Akamai security solutions across large-scale digital platforms. This role sits at the sharp end of web security - protecting high-traffic environments from modern threats while improving performance and resilience. Expect real engineering challenges, complex environments, and zero room for checkbox security. Key Responsibilities Architect, configure, and optimise Akamai security solutions including Kona Site Defender, WAF, Bot Manager, and CDN Lead end-to-end implementation of Akamai security policies and custom rules Perform threat analysis, log monitoring, and security incident response for web traffic Implement and manage rate limiting, bot mitigation, DDoS protection, and zero-trust controls Partner with engineering and application teams to embed secure Akamai configurations into delivery pipelines Manage Akamai properties, edge redirects, certificates, and traffic routing rules Tune WAF policies to minimise false positives while maximising threat coverage Provide technical leadership, documentation, and best-practice guidance Required Skills & Experience Extensive hands-on experience with the Akamai platform: Kona Site Defender, WAF, Bot Manager, EdgeWorkers, CDN Strong understanding of web security fundamentals: OWASP Top 10, DDoS, bot protection, API security Deep knowledge of HTTP/S, TCP/IP, DNS, TLS, caching strategies, and CDN optimisation Experience supporting large-scale, high-traffic production environments Scripting and automation skills (Python, Shell, Akamai APIs) Strong troubleshooting, analytical, and performance-tuning capability Nice to Have Akamai certifications (ACE, Akamai Security Architect) Cloud platform experience (Azure, AWS, GCP) Familiarity with DevSecOps practices, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code Experience with SIEM platforms and security analytics

Role: Network Security Technical Product Owner Location: Hybrid (60% office / 40% remote) - South Manchester Contract Duration: Until 18 December 2026 Rate: 550 - 597 per day - Inside IR35 Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Network Security Technical Product Owner to define and drive the strategy, delivery, and lifecycle of enterprise network security products. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, product ownership, and stakeholder management to deliver secure, scalable, and compliant network security capabilities aligned with Zero Trust principles and regulatory requirements. You will work closely with security operations, infrastructure, architecture, and compliance teams to prioritise delivery based on risk, business value, and evolving threat landscapes. Key Responsibilities Product Strategy & Vision Define and communicate a clear network security product vision aligned with Zero Trust architecture, governance frameworks, and regulatory requirements. Own and prioritise the security product backlog, balancing risk, business value, and operational needs. Collaborate with engineering, security operations, and compliance teams to ensure successful product delivery and adoption. Drive API and orchestration integrations between security platforms and enterprise tooling. Technical Leadership & Delivery Provide hands-on expertise in designing and delivering enterprise-scale network security solutions, including: Zero Trust Network Access (ZTNA) Network Access Control (NAC) Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFW) IDS/IPS platforms SIEM integrations Support deployments across physical, virtual, and cloud environments. Document security architectures, threat models, control frameworks, and policy workflows aligned to industry standards. Required Technical Expertise Strong understanding of network security fundamentals and Zero Trust architectures. Experience with identity-aware proxies, Software-Defined Perimeter (SDP), 802.1X, certificate-based authentication, and policy-driven access control. Knowledge of segmentation strategies, firewall technologies, threat intelligence integration, and security policy modelling. Familiarity with governance frameworks and standards such as NIST, ISO 27001, and CIS Controls . Desirable Skills & Experience DevSecOps & Cloud Security Experience with security-as-code, GitOps, CI/CD security pipelines, and Infrastructure-as-Code security scanning. Working knowledge of cloud security platforms (CASB, SASE, ZTNA platforms, cloud firewalls, IAM integration, security posture management). Compliance & Risk Knowledge of security and compliance frameworks such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001/27002, PCI-DSS, SOC 2 . Understanding of ITIL, risk management frameworks, and enterprise security governance processes. Agile Delivery Experience working in Agile environments (Scrum/Kanban) using Jira/Confluence. Familiarity with security SRE metrics such as MTTD, MTTR, deployment frequency, and Security Level Objectives (SLOs). Candidate Profile You are a technically strong product owner with hands-on network security experience, capable of translating complex security requirements into deliverable product roadmaps. You are comfortable working across engineering, architecture, and risk functions in large enterprise environments and can influence stakeholders at all levels.

Security Application Design Engineer Onsite in Bracknell Eligible for DV clearance 50-55K per annum + benefits package Join a high-impact engineering team delivering a secure Gateway solution for a major UK defence customer . This is a hands-on Security Application Architect role where you'll design, implement and troubleshoot mission-critical infrastructure in a live, security-sensitive environment. Working alongside senior architects and engineering leads, you'll play a key role in maintaining availability, supporting operational teams, and driving technical change across complex systems. What You'll Be Doing Identify and implement infrastructure and application changes to support Gateway functionality and availability Produce detailed technical designs for change alongside the customer and Programme Manager Work daily with the Solution Owner and Engineering Lead to deliver engineering outcomes Provide technical support to SOC and 3rd Line teams, troubleshooting complex incidents Configure and support Gateway appliances and associated software Maintain high availability, resilience and security posture Your Technical Background You'll bring strong hands-on experience across: Infrastructure VMware / vSphere RHEL & Windows Server Trellix SIEM platforms Linux & Scripting Shell scripting REGEX Firewall configuration Microsoft Stack Active Directory DNS RDS Applications & Protocols LDAP Email, Chat & File standards Web & Chat protocols XML & JSON schema LDIF TLS server/client certificates File type digital formats Gateways Deployment, configuration and support of Gateway appliances and their software What We're Looking For A self-starter comfortable working independently and collaboratively Strong troubleshooting mindset Clear written and verbal communication skills Comfortable interacting with stakeholders at all levels Willing and able to travel weekly within the South / Southwest at short notice If you are interested in discussing this Application Security Design Engineer role further, please reply back with a copy of your updated CV.

Application Design Engineer Onsite in Bracknell Eligible for DV clearance 50-55K per annum + benefits package Step into architecture while staying hands-on. We're seeking an Application Design Engineer to support delivery of a secure Gateway solution for a major UK defence customer . This is an opportunity for a strong infrastructure/design engineer to broaden into architecture while working on mission-critical systems in a high-security environment. You'll help implement change, maintain availability, and support operational teams within a live, complex infrastructure landscape. What You'll Be Doing Identify and implement technical changes to support Gateway capability and maintain availability Produce designs for change in collaboration with the customer and Programme Manager Work daily with the Solution Owner and Engineering Lead on technical delivery tasks Support SOC and 3rd Line teams in troubleshooting incidents and resolving complex issues Assist with configuration and ongoing support of Gateway appliances and associated platforms Your Technical Background You'll bring solid hands-on experience across infrastructure and gateway environments, including: Infrastructure VMware / vSphere RHEL & Windows Server Trellix SIEM platforms Microsoft Stack Active Directory DNS RDS Networking Citrix NetScaler Wireshark Storage NetApp SAN NAS Backup technologies Security & Gateway Gateway appliances and software PKI management applications Web applications and protocols What We're Looking For A proactive self-starter who can work independently and within a team Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills Clear communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences A desire to move from engineering into architectural responsibilities Willingness to travel weekly within the South / Southwest at short notice If you are interested in discussing this Application Design Engineer role further, please reply back with a copy of your updated CV.

Application Architect Onsite in Bracknell Eligible for DV clearance 65-70K per annum + benefits package We are recruiting an Application Architect to support the ongoing evolution of a Gateway solution for a strategic UK defence customer . Working alongside senior solution leaders, you'll contribute to secure design, controlled change, and operational resilience within a mission-critical environment. This is a development opportunity for an aspiring architect looking to build design authority and architectural experience in a high-assurance setting. The Role You will: Contribute to infrastructure and Gateway design changes to maintain availability and performance Produce structured design documentation alongside the customer and Programme Manager Support architectural governance and ensure alignment to solution intent Provide technical oversight during incident troubleshooting with SOC and 3rd Line teams Assist in maintaining secure, resilient and scalable infrastructure components Your technical experience; You should have a design and development background with exposure to secure or Gateway-based environments, including: Core Infrastructure VMware / vSphere RHEL & Windows Server Trellix SIEM Microsoft Services Active Directory DNS RDS Networking Citrix NetScaler Wireshark Storage & Data NetApp SAN NAS Backup solutions Security & Web Gateway appliances and associated software PKI management applications Web applications and protocols Key Attributes Self-motivated and comfortable operating with guidance from senior architects Able to produce clear, structured design documentation Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work across engineering and operational teams Willing to travel weekly within the South / Southwest region If you are interested in discussing this Application Architect role further, please reply back with a copy of your updated CV.

Application Security Architect Onsite in Bracknell Eligible for DV clearance 65-70k per annum + benefits package We are seeking an experienced Security Application Architect to support the delivery and ongoing evolution of a secure Gateway capability for a strategic UK defence customer . This role combines architectural ownership, secure design governance, and operational assurance within a high-security, mission-critical environment. You'll shape technical direction, drive change, and ensure resilient, compliant solution delivery across engineering and support teams. What you'll be doing; Own and design technical changes required to maintain and enhance Gateway capability Produce high-quality design documentation in collaboration with the customer and Programme Manager Support solution governance and architectural integrity Ensure ongoing availability, resilience and security compliance Provide architectural guidance during troubleshooting and incident resolution Act as a key technical interface between engineering delivery and operational support teams Your technical background; You will ideally be an experienced grade architect with a strong design and development background and proven experience with Gateway technologies. Your technical knowledge should include: Infrastructure & Platforms VMware / vSphere RHEL and Windows Server Trellix SIEM platforms Identity & Directory Services Active Directory DNS LDAP LDIF Gateway & Security Technologies Gateway appliances and associated software Email, Chat and File standards Web and Chat protocols XML & JSON schema TLS server/client certificates Digital file format handling Linux & Networking Shell scripting REGEX Firewall technologies What we're looking for; Self-motivated and comfortable working autonomously Strong stakeholder engagement skills Able to translate customer requirements into robust, secure designs Confident communicator at technical and leadership levels Willing to travel weekly within the South / Southwest region at short notice If you are interested in discussing this Application Security Architect role further, please reply back with a copy of your updated CV.

Lead Systems Engineer Rochester Paying up to 65,000 (DOE) Please note - due to the nature of the work, you will need to hold or be eligible to obtain a high level of UK Security clearance - please only apply if suitable Key Responsibilities: Providing guidance to less experienced engineers, supporting team members well being and career development Collaborating to uncover technical solutions and sharing recommendations Contributing to strategic project aspects and facilitating the implementation of initiatives Understanding scope, size and time phasing of packages of work, how these contribute to project success Understanding the team size and skill set required, giving regular status and recommendations on resourcing requirements to the project and functional engineering manager Understanding and enabling dependencies or facilities required across the team Supporting the business by creating new estimates for bids and maintaining the schedule and budget for ongoing projects Required Skillset: Experience in the systems engineering domain and product lifecycle Familiarity with system engineering tools such as DOORS, Siemens Polarion, Enterprise Architect, CAMEO, MATLAB and/or Simulink Experience leading a team and making decisions from either a technical or managerial aspect A degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant Scientific/Engineering subject (e.g. Systems Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Aerospace, Physics or Mathematics Experience leading and managing a system engineering team in relevant product markets Experience in integration, test, and/or verification of real-time and/or safety-related systems An understanding of information assurance, cybersecurity and environmental impact aspects relating to real-time embedded engineering products Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission.

Cyber Security Engineer Up to 58,000 plus excellent pension and holiday entitlement Hybrid - 2 days on site - Manchester About the Role I'm working with a Manchester-based public sector organisation who are seeking a cyber security engineer to work alongside security architects and project teams on exciting projects, implementations and designs. This role comes with excellent training and progression opportunities, and is therefore a great opportunity for someone looking to take their security engineering skillset into the projects, design and architecture space. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of architecture and secure by design principles, and will have experience implementing security controls and integrating security engineering best practices and into agile and DevOps processes. Key Responsibilities Working alongside security architects and project teams to assess designs, uncover potential risks, and integrate security best practice Taking responsibility for deploying security controls across projects and operational environments Configuring assets across a multi-cloud environment Converting architectural designs into practical actions and processes Integrating security into agile and DevSecOps processes Ensuring projects and designs are secure by design, and being actively involved in creating and implementing the controls to ensure this is the case Monitor emerging trends and technologies, evaluating their potential for future adoption within the security strategy. Apply foundational security principles to new technologies and unconventional scenarios while enabling organisational objectives. What We're Looking For SIEM/SOAR: Proficiency in SIEM concepts, data source integration, and creating SOAR runbooks. Security Stack : Hands-on with EDR, XDR, WAF, and email security solutions. Preferred Vendors: Experience with Crowdstrike, Palo Alto, and the Microsoft Defender suite is highly beneficial. Emerging Tech: Awareness of AI security risks and familiarity with DevSecOps practices. Infrastructure & System Security: Proficient in identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities within system hardware, software, and infrastructure components. Identity & Access Management (IAM): Practical expertise in PIM, PAM, RBAC, concepts and their real-world application. Network & Data Security: Proficiency in firewalls, encryption (data at rest and in transit), and how to defend against malware across enterprise services. Security Architecture & Design: Ability to translate high-level architectural designs into practical, low-level technical solutions while ensuring they are "secure by design". Cloud & Endpoint Security: Developing expertise in cloud technologies and securing diverse platforms including Windows, Linux, and macOS. M365: Experience in improving Secure Score and recommending securing products like SharePoint Online. Assurance: Experience in assuring deployments met security design. Package Up to 58,000 per annum 29 days annual leave excluding bank holidays 21% pension Career development opportunities and access to accredited qualifications Additional benefits available What to do now If you're interested in this opportunity, click apply and send an up-to-date copy of your CV. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)

Electrical Team Leader - Clean energy, net zero impact Join a mission-led engineering business whose technology is helping organisations decarbonise and move faster towards net zero. This role suits an electrical leader who wants their work to have a measurable, real-world impact on climate outcomes. You'll be part of a highly technical team building and validating electrical systems that support the next generation of low-carbon infrastructure. The business is scaling its engineering capability to deliver more projects, improve product maturity, and support customers adopting cleaner energy solutions. You'll be trusted to raise standards, improve delivery consistency, and develop a team that can execute safely and at pace. The role You'll lead an electrical engineering team responsible for electrical system architecture, control panel and system-level design, verification, and documentation. You'll combine hands-on technical leadership with people management, resource planning, and quality ownership. What you will be doing Lead, mentor and develop an electrical engineering team; set clear scope, roles and expectations Own and improve team processes/procedures, driving consistent quality and strong configuration control Plan and allocate resources across development and project deliverables to hit timelines Lead electrical system architecture work and system-level trade-offs Produce and review single line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams and design packs for manufacture Generate and maintain requirements, specifications and compliance documentation (internal and for contractors) Support build/integration, test and verification, including hands-on fault finding and root-cause analysis Contribute to safety and risk activities (e.g., HAZID/HAZOP, FMEA, cause & effect, SIL/LOPA as required) Work closely with multi-disciplinary teams (mechanical, controls, systems, project) to ensure correct integration Present technical updates and project status to senior stakeholders What we're looking for Degree-level background in Electrical Engineering (or a closely related discipline) Proven experience leading an electrical team (line management and/or senior technical leadership) Strong experience designing and delivering electrical systems end-to-end (architecture through to detailed schematics) Solid working knowledge of BS7671:2018 and experience designing to EN 60204 Exposure to functional safety requirements/ways of working (EN 61511 experience strongly valued) Practical PLC experience, particularly Siemens hardware/software Experience or understanding of ATEX environments and engineering for safety/compliance High standards around quality, documentation, and safe working practices; confident with configuration control Strong fault-finding and problem-solving capability with a hands-on mindset Comfortable in an innovative, fast-moving environment; able to work independently and bring others with you Willingness to travel internationally when needed