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About Us Visa is a world leader in payments technology, facilitating transactions between consumers, merchants, financial institutions and government entities across more than 200 countries and territories, dedicated to uplifting everyone, everywhere by being the best way to pay and be paid. At Visa, you'll have the opportunity to create impact at scale - tackling meaningful challenges, growing your skills and seeing your contributions impact lives around the world. Join Visa and do work that matters - to you, to your community, and to the world. Progress starts with you. Job Description We are seeking a Staff Software Engineer to join our Regulatory& PartnerReporting team. This role focuses on buildingandoperatingreliable, auditable, and deterministic backend systems that support regulatory reporting across multiplejurisdictions. You will work closely with other Engineers, the Engineering Manager, and cross-functional partners in Compliance, Finance, and Data Engineering to implement high-quality systems that meet strict regulatory and operational requirements. Key Responsibilities: Software Engineering: * Design and implement production-grade backend services using modern engineering practices * Write clean, testable, and maintainable code following team standards * Apply distributed systems principles includingidempotency and safe retries,failure isolation and graceful degradation,schemaand API versioning * Build systems with clear SLAs, SLOs, and observability * Maintain a strong security posture across services and data access Data-Intensive & Reporting Systems: * Work closely with data engineering teams oncanonical data models,regime-specific reporting overlays * Design software that integrates cleanly with analytical platforms and reporting datasets * Backfills and historical restatements * Late-arriving data and reconciliation logic * Ensure traceability from source systems to reported outputs Governance, Controls & Auditability: * Support regulatory audits, investigations, and remediation efforts * Champion strong practices around access control, PII handling, and segregation of duties * Participate in on-call rotations, incident response, and postmortems * Continuously improve system reliability and operational maturity This is a hybrid position. Expectation of days in office will be confirmed by your hiring manager. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Experience: * Proven operation at Staff Engineer (or equivalent) level in complex environments * Experience building and owning mission-critical production systems * Background in regulated industries such as fintech, payments, banking, or financial services * Provenhands-onexperience in AWS Software Engineering Expertise: * Strongbackend engineering skills in one or more ofJava, Python (or similar) * Strong systemdesign skills acrossAPI-driven architectures,Data-intensive services,Batchand event-driven workflows * Deep understanding of reliability, observability, and operational excellence Data & Analytics Awareness: * Strong understanding of datamodellingconceptssuch ascanonicalmodelsand dimensional models * Experience working alongside modern data platforms (e.g. Snowflake,BigQuery, Redshift) * Ability to reason aboutData lineage and traceability,Reconciliationand variance analysis,Backfills and historical corrections Platform & Operations: * Experience with CI/CD pipelines andInfrastructure asCode(IaC) such as Terraform * Strong operational mindset * On-call participation * Experience withIncident response * Experience with postmortems and continuous improvement Nice to haves: * Prior experience building regulatory or statutory reporting platforms * Exposure to near-real-time or API-based regulatory submissions * Background in payments, settlement, treasury, or ledger systems * Hands-on experience with Claude Code, GitHub Copilot, or similar LLM-based engineering tools * Experience designing AI-assisted developer workflows that improve productivity without compromising correctness or compliance Visa is an EEO Employer Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. Visa will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with EEOC guidelines and applicable local law.

Senior Linux / Oracle DBA We’re working with a leading financial services organisation seeking an experienced Senior Linux / Oracle DBA to play a key role in supporting and evolving their core banking platforms. This is a hands-on position suited to someone with deep technical expertise across Oracle databases, IBM Power environments, and enterprise Linux/AIX systems, ideally gained within a banking or financial services environment. You’ll be responsible for ensuring the stability, performance, and availability of business-critical banking and finance applications, working closely with senior IT stakeholders and wider application teams. Key Responsibilities * Administer, maintain, and optimise Oracle databases supporting Flexcube banking applications * Manage Linux (RHEL / Oracle Linux) and AIX environments hosted on IBM Power 10 infrastructure * Perform system upgrades, patching, performance tuning, and capacity planning * Support high availability and disaster recovery solutions using Oracle RAC, ASM, RMAN, and Data Guard * Collaborate with application and infrastructure teams to resolve complex production issues * Participate in disaster recovery planning, testing, and incident response * Implement automation through shell scripting and configuration management tools * Ensure systems comply with internal IT security standards and regulatory requirements * Produce and maintain technical documentation and operational runbooks * Provide on-call support for critical production environments Skills & Experience Required * 7+ years’ experience in Oracle DBA roles within enterprise environments * Strong experience with Oracle RAC, ASM, performance tuning, and high availability * 5+ years’ hands-on experience administering Linux (RHEL / Oracle Linux) and AIX systems * Proven experience supporting Oracle Flexcube in a banking environment * Solid understanding of financial systems architecture and regulatory environments * Advanced SQL and PL/SQL knowledge * Strong Unix scripting skills (Bash, Korn) * Experience with monitoring and alerting tools (OEM, Nagios or similar) * Familiarity with ITIL processes and change management * Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills * Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams Senior Linux / Oracle DBA Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted. Proactive Appointments Limited operates as an employment agency and employment business and is an equal opportunities organisation We take our obligations to protect your personal data very seriously. Any information provided to us will be processed as detailed in our Privacy Notice, a copy of which can be found on our website

DevOps Engineer Imagine a role where your expertise sets technical direction, influences engineering culture, and shapes how modern cloud platforms are built and operated. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where your experience, judgement, and leadership will have a lasting impact. As a DevOps Engineer, you will play a key role in defining and advancing the DevOps strategy across the organisation. Acting as a technical authority, you will partner closely with engineering, product, and architecture teams—both onshore and offshore—to implement best-in-class DevOps practices and evolve a modern, serverless AWS platform. You will have significant influence over tooling, architecture, and ways of working, helping to mature the DevOps function and embedding reliability, security, and automation at scale. Key Responsibilities • Provide technical leadership and subject matter expertise across DevOps and cloud engineering, • Influence architectural and technology decisions, particularly within AWS serverless ecosystems, • Design, build and evolve robust CI/CD pipelines to support rapid, reliable software delivery, • Partner with development teams to ensure solutions are scalable, resilient, and production-ready, • Champion reliability engineering practices, including monitoring, alerting, and incident response, • Drive high availability and operational excellence through proactive troubleshooting and optimisation, • Define and enforce Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and Immutable Infrastructure standards, • Lead and contribute to design reviews, architectural discussions and code reviews, • Establish strong security practices, ensuring systems and data are protected by design, • Mentor and support engineers, fostering collaboration, quality, and continuous improvement, • Stay ahead of emerging DevOps and cloud technologies, introducing improvements where valuableWhat We’re Looking For, • Significant experience in DevOps or Platform Engineering roles within cloud-native environments, • Strong software engineering background, preferably with hands-on development experience, • Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on delivery, • A pragmatic, collaborative approach with excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills, • A platform-engineering mindset, with deep understanding of trade-offs and designing for failure, • Strong, hands-on AWS experience, including: Lambda, DynamoDB, AWS SAM, • Solid networking and security knowledge, including VPCs, security groups and VPNsTechnologies You’ll Work With, • AWS Cloud Services & AWS Developer Tools, • JavaScript / TypeScript & Node.js, • SQL, • Git, • Docker & ECS, • Serverless Framework If you’re ready to lead, influence, and build the future of DevOps, we’d love to hear from you.

We are hiring for two DevOps contract roles: Senior DevOps Engineer (£465-£480/day) and DevOps Engineer (£440/day). Senior DevOps Engineer - Contract Client: Government / Public SectorContract Length: 6 monthsRate: £465-£480 per dayClearance: SC cleared preferred (SC lapsed considered) / SC eligibility requiredLocation: Hybrid - Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, London(Approx. 1 day onsite every 2 weeks) Role Overview We're looking for an experienced Senior DevOps Engineer to support the design, delivery, and operation of reliable, scalable cloud platforms within a government environment. You'll take a lead role in automation, platform stability, and mentoring, contributing to high-impact digital services. Key Responsibilities • Lead incident response and outage management, including triage, stakeholder communication, and resolution, • Design, build, and maintain CI/CD pipelines to enable reliable and frequent software delivery, • Implement and support cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code, • Support containerised platforms and orchestration solutions, • Collaborate across engineering teams to improve DevOps practices, • Mentor and support DevOps engineers and developers, • Strong hands-on experience with AWS, • Terraform for Infrastructure as Code, • Kubernetes (build, deploy, operate), • CI/CD tooling (e.g. GitLab), • Experience operating production systems in complex environments, • Solid understanding of DevOps, SRE, and platform engineering principles Client: Government / Public SectorContract Length: 6 monthsRate: £440 per dayClearance: SC cleared preferred (SC lapsed considered) / SC eligibility requiredLocation: Hybrid - Newcastle, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Leeds, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol, London(Approx. 1 day onsite every 2 weeks) Role Overview We're seeking a DevOps Engineer to help build and maintain modern cloud platforms supporting critical public sector services. You'll work hands-on with automation, cloud infrastructure, and CI/CD pipelines, contributing to reliable and scalable systems. Key Responsibilities • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines to support continuous delivery, • Develop and manage cloud infrastructure using Infrastructure as Code, • Support and operate containerised applications and platforms, • Assist with incident response and service reliability, • Collaborate with software engineers to improve delivery and operational efficiency, • Experience with AWS, • Terraform for infrastructure provisioning, • Kubernetes and container-based deployments, • CI/CD tools such as GitLab, • Understanding of DevOps principles and modern cloud-native architectures, • Experience working in agile delivery teams

Incident Response Manager (Cyber Threat) • Global financial services company, • Full time permanent role, • Salary up to £110,000 plus bonus. Hybrid working (twice a week in the London office) A large global financial services firm is looking for an Incident Response Manager within its cyber threat division. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a large cyber and information security team that lead the way in technology and tooling in a 24/7 global environment. Duties will include: • Managing a team of Cyber Threat Analysts that deliver services to global users, • Being responsible for continuous improvement to process and procedures, • Oversee incidents and ensure relevant tools and processes are followed, • Communicate with wider teams on emerging threats, • Develop new forensic capabilities, • Act as an escalation point (on-call escalation point once a month for weekends), • Deliver on information security projects, • Ensuring services provided meet the business requirements To be considered suitable for this Incident Response Manager role you will need the following skills and experience: • Experience in a technical cyber/incident response role, • Previous team management experience, • Good understanding of incident response frameworks and methodologies (ICERF), • Good understanding of threats, vulnerabilities and processes, • Familiarity with incident response tools and measures, • Relevant industry certifications would be seen as advantageous (CISSP, OSCP, OSCE etc.)

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, • 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., • 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., • 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., • Work closely with SOC analysts to validate and refine detection logic., • Support incident investigations through SIEM searches, enrichment, and data modelling., • Maintain high-quality documentation covering data models, feed onboarding, use cases, correlation logic, and architecture. 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., • Strong understanding of networking, Windows/Linux systems, Cloud platforms (Azure/AWS/GCP), identity systems, and endpoint protection technologies (e.g. SentinelOne and Microsoft Defender), • 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., • 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

Telemetry & Observability Engineer | Contract | £475-£515 p/d | Inside IR35 | London | 3 days on site | 6 month contract We are seeking a highly skilled Telemetry & Observability Engineer to join a large-scale enterprise engineering environment focused on improving system reliability, visibility, and operational intelligence across complex distributed platforms. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who can go beyond using observability tools and instead design, build, and automate observability and telemetry solutions from the ground up. You will be responsible for building and evolving telemetry pipelines and observability infrastructure across a distributed, cloud-native environment. Working closely with network, platform, and software engineering teams, you will help embed observability into engineering workflows and CI/CD processes. Key Responsibilities • Design and implement scalable pipelines for metrics, logs, traces, and event data across distributed systems, • Build and enhance observability tooling, including dashboards, monitoring systems, alerting frameworks, and reliability standards, • Develop and maintain telemetry solutions using OpenTelemetry and related open-source technologies, • Automate observability infrastructure using Terraform and infrastructure-as-code practices, • Integrate monitoring and observability into CI/CD pipelines and SDLC processes, • Define and support SLIs, SLOs, and alerting strategies in collaboration with engineering teams, • Promote best practices in instrumentation, monitoring, and incident response, • Proven experience in observability, SRE, or platform engineering roles within complex distributed environments, • Strong hands-on experience with OpenTelemetry, including building and managing telemetry pipelines, • Experience with observability and monitoring tools such as: Grafana, Prometheus, Elastic / Splunk, Loki / Jaeger or similar, • Strong experience with Terraform or other infrastructure-as-code tools, • Solid understanding of cloud-native environments (Kubernetes, microservices, distributed systems), • Experience working within or alongside network engineering or infrastructure operations teams, • Programming experience in at least one language such as Python, Go, or Java, • Strong understanding of SLOs, SLIs, and modern reliability engineering practices, • Experience in regulated or large enterprise environments, • Exposure to AI/ML-driven observability or proactive monitoring initiatives Telemetry & Observability Engineer | Contract | £475-£515 p/d | Inside IR35 | London | 3 days on site | 6 month contract Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

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

IT Manager Vacancy with high-calibre Real Estate SMEPaying up to £55,000 (potentially with some flex for the right candidate)Significant bonus (10%-25%)Occasional travel to US - once per year Primarily office based (at extremely high calibre offices in a particularly Central London location)London-based, highly profitable and extremely high-calibre SME working in the Real Estate sector are seeking an IT Manager to oversee their IT infrastructure, cyber security and data protection. This is a high-impact role where alongside orchestrating external IT Service Providers, you'll keep systems secure, resilient and running at peak performance while driving continuous improvement across the business. You'll be fully responsible for a small IT budget (<£1m) and there are no internal management responsibilities. The organisation has a first-class culture (underscored by their average tenure of close to 7 years). What you'll do: • Lead and optimise IT infrastructure, cloud platforms (Microsoft 365 & SharePoint), networks, and core systems alongside our external IT provider., • Own cyber security - from vulnerability management and patching to incident response (in and out of hours)., • Act as Data Protection Lead, ensuring full GDPR compliance and robust data security., • Manage hardware lifecycle, asset registers, and supplier performance., • Provide expert technical support, user guidance, and escalation handling., • Strong technical background in IT infrastructure, cloud environments, networking and cyber security., • Experience with Microsoft 365, endpoint security, and identity/access management., • Proven track record in information security, vulnerability management, and third-party supplier coordination., • Good understanding of GDPR and data protection (Data Protection Lead qualification desirable although full training will be provided)., • Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to explain technical issues clearly to non-technical users., • Experience working with implementation or management / maintenance of SharePoint would be beneficial., • Cyber Essentials / ISO 27001 knowledge is a big plus.

Lead Platform Engineer Building the platforms that make AI and machine learning work in production We're looking for a Lead Platform Engineer to join a growing engineering organisation and play a pivotal role in designing, building, and operating an MLOps platform that enables AI and data science teams to deliver reliably in production. This is a senior, hands-on technical leadership role, not a people-management position. You'll lead through technical depth, judgement, and delivery, building the tooling, workflows, and operational foundations that allow data scientists and ML engineers to experiment, deploy, and run ML and LLM-based workloads safely and at scale. The focus is not simply on running Kubernetes clusters - it's on layering real MLOps capability on top of Kubernetes to create a platform that is usable, supportable, and trusted in live environments. What you'll be doing You'll act as a technical leader across platform engineering, DevOps, and MLOps, remaining deeply involved in implementation. You will: • Provide technical leadership across platform, DevOps, and MLOps activities, • Design, build, and operate a Kubernetes-based MLOps platform supporting the full model lifecycle, • Implement andrunMLOps tooling that enables teams to:, • Experiment with models and notebooks, • Package, version, and deploy models, • Run scalable inference and LLM-based workloads, • Build and operate model serving and inference platforms within Kubernetes environments, • Work closely with data scientists and ML engineers to ensure the platform is usable, well-documented, and aligned to real workflows, • Own platform operability, reliability, security, and supportability in production, • Troubleshoot complex issues across Kubernetes, platform services, and MLOps layers, • Contribute to architectural decisions while staying hands-on with delivery Essential experience: • Strong background as a Senior or Lead Platform Engineer / DevOps Engineer, • Deep, hands-on experience building and operating Kubernetes-based platforms, • Strong practical experience with Helm and Infrastructure as Code (e.g. Terraform), • Proven experience extending Kubernetes with higher-level platforms and services, not treating it as the finished product, • Strong understanding of operational fundamentals: monitoring, logging, incident response, reliability, and maintenance Experience in areas such as: • Building or operating MLOps platforms using tools like Kubeflow or similar frameworks, • Running model serving and inference platforms (e.g. KServe, vLLM, or equivalent), • Supporting LLM-based workloads, including optimisation and serving considerations, • Providing notebook-based environments such as JupyterHub in secure platforms, • Exposure to emerging tooling such as InstructLab, Trustworthy / Responsible AI tooling, or comparable solutionsDesirable experience, • Building internal platforms specifically for data science and ML teams, • Operating AI-enabled or data-driven systems in production, • Experience in regulated, security-conscious, or high-assurance environments Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Job Title: IT Operations LeadLocation: London / HybridSalary: £75,000 – £100,000 per annumAbout UsWe’re a growing, technology-driven business where things move quickly and everyone gets stuck in. There’s no heavy hierarchy — just a team of capable people working together to get things done properly. We value people who take ownership, solve problems, and aren’t afraid to roll up their sleeves. If you like being in the detail, making real improvements, and seeing the impact of your work day-to-day, you’ll fit right in.The RoleWe’re looking for an experienced IT Operations Lead who understands the macOS platform as well as Windows to take ownership of our IT environment and help shape how it evolves as we grow.This is a genuinely hands-on role. You’ll be leading from the front — solving problems, improving systems, mentoring others, and setting the standard for how IT should operate.You’ll have the freedom to introduce better ways of working, drive automation, and build a robust, secure, and scalable IT function.What You’ll Be Doing • Owning day-to-day IT operations and ensuring reliability across systems and infrastructure, • Acting as the escalation point across 1st, 2nd, and 3rd line support, • Managing and improving cloud platforms, SaaS tools, and network environments, • Leading troubleshooting and incident response for complex technical issues, • Overseeing onboarding/offboarding, device management, and access controls, • Driving automation and reducing manual processes, • Improving IT processes, documentation, and service quality, • Partnering with the business to deliver practical, effective technology solutions, • Mentoring team members and raising the overall technical standard, • Leading IT projects and continuous improvement initiativesWhat We’re Looking For, • Around 7+ years’ experience in IT support and operations, ideally in financial services or another regulated, fast-paced environment, • Strong experience across 1st, 2nd, and 3rd line support, including triaging, prioritisation, and team coordination, • In-depth knowledge of macOS AND Windows environments, including endpoint management and hardware troubleshooting, • Kandji (Iru) knowledge or similar MDM, • Proven experience managing cloud-based platforms such as Google Workspace and Okta, • Strong networking and security expertise (WLAN, VLANs, firewalls, ACLs, VPNs, switching), • Experience with AWS (preferred) and/or Microsoft Azure, with exposure to Infrastructure-as-Code tools like Terraform, • Experience managing Mobile Device Management (MDM) platforms across desktop and mobile devices, • Ability to script and automate (e.g. Python, PowerShell) to improve efficiency and reliability, • Experience with ITSM/ticketing systems and best practices in service management and reporting, • Strong analytical mindset with the ability to troubleshoot complex issues and deliver long-term solutionsLeadership & Approach, • Comfortable taking ownership and making decisions in a fast-moving environment, • Strong communicator who can work across technical teams and the wider business, • Experience mentoring and developing team members, • Someone who leads by example — hands-on, practical, and solutions-focusedWhat You’ll Get, • £75,000 – £100,000 depending on experience, • A high-impact, hands-on role with real ownership, • The opportunity to shape and improve how IT is run, • A team culture focused on delivery, not unnecessary processApply for this role NOW you’re someone who takes pride in doing things properly, enjoys solving problems, and wants to build and improve systems in a meaningful way — we’d like to hear from you. Eligo Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Eligo is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to fostering diversity and creating an inclusive and equitable environment for employees and applicants. We actively celebrate and embrace differences, including but not limited to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, and disability. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and all will be considered for employment without discrimination. At Eligo Recruitment diversity, equity and inclusion is integral to achieving our mission to ensure every workplace reflects the richness of human diversity.

SecOps Engineer - Central London (hybrid working) Up to £75,000 PA Well-established and highly profitable construction engineering business is seeking an experienced SecOps Engineer to join them on a permanent basis. This is a critical leadership role within an organisation undergoing significant digital transformation, with ambitious growth and acquisition plans driving demand for scalable, standardised and efficient business applications. This role is ideal for a proactive security professional with strong technical expertise across application, network and infrastructure security. You will play a key part in implementing security controls, mitigating risk and contributing to the continuous improvement of the company's overall security posture. Responsibilities: • Monitor security tools including SIEM (QRadar) and respond to threat detection alerts, • Triage, analyse and prioritise security (via ServiceNow), • Investigate root causes of security issues and design effective remediation solutions, • Oversee Patch Management, • Conduct vulnerability scans with Qualys, analyse results and prioritise remediation, • Document SecOps processes and create knowledge base articles in line with best practices, • Automate security tasks and toolchains using scripting (PowerShell, Batch, etc.), • Collaborate with external SOC teams, • Prepare post-incident reports and root cause analyses, • Manage end-user device (EUD) security via MS Intune, Sophos and NinjaOne, • Schedule and assess vulnerability scans on critical infrastructure, • Maintain patching compliance for OS, Microsoft Office and third-party applications, • Support infrastructure teams to deploy systems, enhance security policies and manage security-driven changes, • Produce weekly security operations reports, • Manage Cisco Umbrella web filtering and SSL inspection policies Requirements: • Previous hands-on experience in SecOps or Incident Response, • Recognised Security certifications such as Security+, CEH, or Microsoft security certifications, • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Windows OS security and hardening, • Working PowerShell scripting ability for automation tasks, • Solid understanding of cloud-native security across M365, Azure and AWS, • Experience with enterprise IT infrastructure Any experience with the following will be highly favoured: • Strong experience with Qualys, • Exposure to Varonis, • Network security knowledge or relevant certifications (TCP/IP, VPNs, routing, segmentation), • Experience working with ServiceNow Initially 4 days per week onsite, dropping to 3 once passed probation (this is not negotiable).

We are recruiting four Building Support Managers to support the day-to-day operational delivery of Facilities services across TfL Group Head Office buildings. Reporting to the Building Manager, you will manage on-site facilities operations, coordinate contractors, ensure health and safety compliance, and act as the single point of contact for building occupants on all Facilities-related matters. This is a hands-on, operational role, suited to candidates with solid Facilities Management experience who enjoy working on site, dealing with people, solving problems and keeping buildings safe, compliant and fully operational. Contract: 6 months Initially with a potential of extension Location: Different TfL locations around London Payrate: £123 per day Umbrella Working Hours: Monday to Friday 8:00am to 6:00pm Working Pattern: Fully office based About the team The Facilities Operations team is responsible for asset maintenance, facilities service delivery and health & safety compliance across TfL Group Head Office buildings in London. You will join a close-knit team of 4–5 Building Support Managers, collectively supporting multiple office buildings and working closely with the Building Manager, Operations Managers, contractors and building occupants. Key responsibilitiesFacilities Management • Support the daily on-site delivery of Facilities service contracts, ensuring works are carried out in line with contract requirements, TfL policies and health & safety standards., • Monitor contractor performance and escalate issues where service delivery or compliance falls below expectations., • Carry out regular building inspections to identify maintenance issues, minor works and repairs, ensuring buildings remain safe, compliant and comfortable., • Maintain accurate building records including statutory certificates, maintenance records, licences, floor plans and contracts, in line with audit requirements., • Support business continuity arrangements and assist during emergency situations, including attendance outside normal working hours where required.Health & Safety, • Ensure compliance with relevant health & safety legislation, TfL procedures and the Safety Management System., • Support the management of site emergencies and incident response., • Participate in House Committee and Health & Safety meetings, providing practical advice and follow-up actions., • Assist with contractor audits to ensure safe working practices are followed.Procurement & Financial Support, • Verify invoices for payment and confirm completion of works., • Support monitoring of site expenditure against agreed budgets., • Assist with raising requisitions, producing basic specifications and liaising with Procurement as required.Customer Service, • Act as a professional and approachable point of contact for building occupants on Facilities matters., • Monitor Help Desk performance to ensure issues are logged, tracked and resolved in a timely manner., • Coordinate contractor activity to minimise disruption to building users.Project Support, • Support the delivery of minor maintenance and facilities-related works, ensuring they are completed safely, on time and to an acceptable standard.What we’re looking forEssential, • Experience providing direct Facilities Management support within an office or commercial environment., • Good working knowledge of building operations, contractor coordination and on-site service delivery., • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to deal with a wide range of stakeholders, from building occupants to contractors., • A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to work effectively in a busy, operational environment., • Competent IT skills, including Microsoft Outlook and MS Office., • Willingness to participate in on-call arrangements and attend site outside normal hours when required.Desirable, • Experience working across multiple buildings or sites., • Exposure to Health & Safety compliance within a facilities environment., • IOSH and/or NEBOSH qualifications (or working towards)., • Experience supporting senior or executive-occupied office environments., • Basic budget monitoring or financial administration experience within FM.Typical day, • Checking contractor activity and site compliance, • Carrying out building inspections, • Following up maintenance issues raised through the Help Desk, • Engaging with building occupants and stakeholders

PRINCIPAL CYBERSECURITY ENGINEER SC Cleared - UK Only - (Sponsorship is unavailable) you must hold SC Clearance.Provide expert advice on the defences against cyber threats, data breaches, and emerging risks. This includes offering guidance on the selection, design, justification, implementation, and operational management of cybersecurity strategies, technologies, and standards. Contribute to the development and refinement of controls and processes to ensure the safety, confidentiality, integrity, availability, and overall security of data stored on systems. You will be responsible for identifying gaps in existing cybersecurity policies and procedures and, in collaboration with security, network, information governance, and technical leads, developing new measures to address these gaps. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: • You will work closely with system and service owners, as well as internal and external stakeholders, to design, implement, and enforce appropriate protective and detective security controls, policies, and procedures., • The role includes the administration and operational management of security tooling and SIEM platforms, with responsibility for monitoring, detecting, and responding to cyber threats, intrusions, and unauthorised or suspicious activity. This includes Microsoft Sentinel (data and source tuning, creation and maintenance of workbooks and connectors, and threat intelligence review), Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and Defender for Cloud, and Darktrace, including system and model tuning, email module management, and configuration of autonomous response actions., • You will be responsible for incident response activities, including triaging security alerts, investigating incidents, coordinating escalation and remediation, and conducting root cause analysis. You must be able to communicate effectively about security incidents and cyber risks to both technical and non-technical stakeholders., • The role works closely with the Security Operations Centre (SOC) partner, supporting the assessment and investigation of alerts and contributing to the development and refinement of incident response plans and playbooks., • You will support vulnerability management activities, including vulnerability assessments, annual audits, and penetration testing. This includes preparing and presenting incident, threat, and compliance reporting to stakeholders at all levels, including compiling a monthly SIRO report., • Continuous improvement is a core responsibility. You will conduct post-incident reviews, recommend control and process improvements, and contribute to the creation and maintenance of cybersecurity governance documentation. You will also research emerging cyber threats and mitigation strategies and provide reports or presentations to senior stakeholders as required., • The role supports cybersecurity training and awareness initiatives, promoting a strong security culture and helping to upskill colleagues in cybersecurity best practices., • You will also collaborate with solution architects and project teams to ensure security is embedded into system and application designs, supporting secure architecture and delivery from the outset., • Demonstrated experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint/Cloud SIEM tools, threat intelligence platforms, and vulnerability management., • Technical experience securing Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services cloud environments as well as on-premise/virtual Microsoft technologies., • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to produce clear technical and non-technical reports., • Recognised cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH, GIAC, CISSP). Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

Network Engineer (Fortinet) — 80% Project / 20% Service Desk Escalation Location: London Type: Permanent Salary: £55k plus bonus and benefits We’re hiring a hands - on Network Engineer to lead and deliver network security projects (approx. 80% of the role) and act as the technical escalation point for the service desk (approx. 20%). You’ll design, deploy and operationally support Fortinet-based solutions across on - prem and cloud environments, ensuring secure, resilient connectivity for the business. Key responsibilities Lead network & security projects: design, implement, test and handover FortiGate firewall and Fortinet platform deployments. Configure and manage FortiGate (physical & virtual) firewall policies, high availability, routing and VPNs. Deploy and maintain FortiEMS / FortiClient endpoint security and integrate endpoint telemetry into security operations. Integrate and operate Fortinet Security Fabric components for centralized visibility and automated response. Provide L2/L3 escalation support for complex service desk incidents and change requests; produce RCA and remediation. Collaborate with network, cloud and security teams (including SOC/MSSP where applicable) during implementation and incident response. Produce design docs, runbooks, diagrams, and knowledge transfers for operations teams. Automate repetitive tasks and configuration management where possible. Technical skills (required) Strong hands - on experience with FortiGate firewalls (physical & virtual). Proven experience deploying and managing FortiEMS / FortiClient endpoint security. In - depth understanding of TCP/IP, routing, switching and DNS. Solid knowledge of network security concepts (firewalls, IDS/IPS, Zero Trust). Hands - on experience with VPN technologies (IPsec, SSL). Experience with Fortinet Security Fabric integration. Desirable skills Experience with FortiAnalyzer and FortiManager. Exposure to cloud security (Azure, AWS or GCP) and operating FortiGate in cloud environments. Knowledge of Zero Trust / SASE principles. Experience working with SOC teams or MSSP environments. Scripting/automation experience (PowerShell, Python, REST APIs). What we’re looking for Proven track record delivering network/security projects and operational support. Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to communicate technical issues to technical and non - technical stakeholders. Professional, team - oriented, with a focus on documentation and knowledge sharing. Relevant certifications (e.g., Fortinet NSE, CCNP, AWS/Azure security certs) are a plus.

Senior Cyber Security Engineer (Contract)Hybrid | 6-Month Contract | Start: ASAP Day Rate: 500p/d inside The Opportunity We're looking for a Senior Cyber Security Engineer to join a forward-thinking public sector environment at a critical point in its cyber maturity journey. With a newly implemented outsourced Security Operations Centre (SOC) powered by Splunk and CrowdStrike, this role is key to maximising both investment and capability. You'll act as the senior technical lead-optimising tooling, strengthening detection and response, and upskilling the internal team. This is a hands-on, high-impact role suited to someone who can hit the ground running and elevate an evolving security function. Key Responsibilities • Endpoint Security Leadership: Own deployment, configuration, and optimisation of CrowdStrike Falcon, • SIEM Optimisation: Partner with the SOC to enhance Splunk dashboards, alerts, and data models, • Incident Response: Act as escalation point for high-priority incidents, driving rapid containment, • Threat Hunting: Proactively identify hidden threats using advanced queries and telemetry, • Automation (SOAR): Build workflows to streamline response and reduce manual effort, • Capability Building: Upskill internal teams across CrowdStrike, Splunk, and security analysis Required Experience • 5+ years in Cyber Security Engineering or SOC (Tier 3 level), • Deep hands-on experience with CrowdStrike Falcon (Prevent, Insight, Discover), • Strong Splunk expertise, including SPL and Enterprise Security (ES), • Solid understanding of:, • Network protocols, • Cloud security (AWS/Azure), • Vulnerability Assessment tools, • Penetration Testing / Web Application Testing exposure, • Security policy and standards development Certifications (Desirable) Cyber Security: • CompTIA Security+, Network+, CySA+, GSEC, • CCFA (Falcon Administrator), • CCFR (Falcon Responder), • Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Engineer (preferred) Why Apply? • Shape and optimise a modern SOC capability, • Work with best-in-class tools (CrowdStrike & Splunk), • High-impact role with visibility across the organisation, • Opportunity to leave a lasting legacy through capability uplift and knowledge transfer If you're a senior cyber specialist who thrives in hands-on, technically challenging environments and enjoys building capability as well as solving problems, this is worth a conversation Eden Brown Synergy is an equal opportunities employer. Eden Brown Limited is a limited company registered in England and Wales with registered number 3643845. Our registered address is 5th floor 4 Coleman Street, London, EC2R 5AR, part of nGAGE Specialist Recruitment Limited T/A nGAGE Talent. Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail. This message is intended solely for the addressee and may contain confidential information. If you have received this message in error, please send it back to us, and immediately and permanently delete it. Do not use, copy or disclose the information contained in this message or in any attachment. We take reasonable precautions to ensure no viruses are present in this email but cannot accept responsibility for any loss or damage sustained as a result of computer viruses and the recipient must ensure that the email (and attachments) are virus free.

We’re seeking a highly capable Senior Cyber Security Engineer to join our client at a pivotal stage of our security evolution. Following the implementation of an outsourced Security Operations Centre (SOC) this role will play a key part in strengthening our clients security posture and maximising the value of security tooling. You will act as the technical lead between the SOC and internal teams, transforming security data into actionable intelligence, optimising platforms, leading incident response, and mentoring the wider security function. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage the deployment, configuration, and optimisation of CrowdStrike Falcon, • Collaborate closely with NCC Group to enhance Splunk dashboards, alerts, and detections, • Act as the technical escalation point for high-severity security incidents, • Develop automation and SOAR workflows to improve response effectiveness, • Conduct proactive threat hunting activities, • 5+ years’ experience in a senior Cyber Security Engineering or SOC Tier 3 role, • Strong hands-on expertise with CrowdStrike Falcon (Prevent, Insight, Discover), • Advanced Splunk / Splunk ES experience, including strong SPL capability, • Solid understanding of networking, cloud security (AWS/Azure), and the MITRE ATT&CK framework, • Experience with vulnerability management, penetration testing, or web application testing is advantageous

Immediate start available, 6 months duration initially. The Building Services Digital Integration Supervisor - Life Safety will be responsible for the integration, monitoring, and optimisation of all life safety-related building systems, provide technical support to operation engineering team, on systems including fire alarms, emergency lighting, fire suppression systems, alert and evacuation systems. This role will ensure that these critical systems are integrated effectively and monitored by the operational HUB ensuring the systems continuously meet safety and regulatory standards. The Supervisor will provide real-time data analysis, proactive maintenance, and rapid report responses to system alerts and incidents to Operational Engineering Teams for action. Lead the integration and real-time monitoring of fire alarms, emergency lighting, and suppression systems into a central HUB, ensuring seamless operation and rapid response to alerts. Provide Guidance ensuring systems meet all regulatory standards through inspections and audits, while coordinating maintenance and troubleshooting with service providers. Provide technical guidance and training to staff and contractors, and lead incident response efforts with post-event analysis and reporting. Support lifecycle planning and align life safety system upgrades with capital projects and the estate’s decarbonisation goals. Ensure completion of all mandated Health & Safety training, including eLearning modules, within required timeframes to maintain compliance with statutory and organisational standards. • System Integration & Optimisation:, • Oversee the integration of life safety systems (fire alarms, emergency lighting, fire suppression systems, etc.) into the centralised monitoring HUB. Ensure that all systems work seamlessly together and deliver maximum safety with minimal disruption., • Real-Time Monitoring & Alerts: Continuously monitor life safety systems to ensure real-time functionality. Respond to system alerts and provide early warnings in case of system failures or non-compliance to avoid safety risks., • Compliance & Regulatory Oversight: provide Guidance to ensure life safety systems meet all legal and regulatory standards, and lead periodic inspections, tests, and audits. Address any issues promptly to ensure the building remains compliant and safe., • Maintenance & Troubleshooting: Collaborate with operational teams & service providers to perform scheduled maintenance and repair activities, including updates to fire systems, emergency response equipment, and other critical life safety components as required. Lead troubleshooting efforts during life safety system failures or incidents as requested., • Team Leadership & Training:Provide Technical support to operational engineers and technicians, offering support and guidance in daily operations. Facilitate ongoing training for both internal staff and contractors on life safety protocols and integrated system usage., • Incident Management: review responses to incidents related to life safety systems, ensuring safety procedures are followed, and that post-incident reports are generated to assess system performance and improvement needs. Proven experience managing and integrating life safety systems HNC/HND or NVQ Level 4 in Electrical Engineering, Fire Safety Systems, Building Services Engineering, or a related technical field IOSH Managing Safely or equivalent Excellent computer skills using Microsoft Office and particularly Microsoft Excel Excellent communication skills both oral and written, including an ability to write technical and non-technical papers including survey reports as required Manufacturer training or certification in fire alarm and suppression systems Strong understanding of compliance frameworks Desirable - NVQ3 in relevant technical discipline Desirable - NEBOSH

Job Title: Senior Infrastructure & Information Security Manager Location: Farringdon, London (Hybrid - 3 days onsite) Salary: £110,000 + generous bonus Overview In this senior leadership role within a high-performing international law firm of 200 users, you will be responsible for owning both infrastructure and information security across multiple global offices. The Role • Lead IT infrastructure (M365, Azure, networks, identity, endpoints), • Own the firm’s security programme (ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, risk, audits, incident response), • Manage MSPs, SOC providers, and third-party vendors (SLAs, performance, contracts), • Deliver key projects (migrations, upgrades, office setups, DR), • Lead and develop a small team (2 direct reports), • Strong background in infrastructure, now operating at a security leadership level, • Experience in a similar sized law firm is highly desirable, • Proven ownership of security frameworks, audits, and risk management, • Experience managing vendors and external providers Similar job titles include Network Security Manager, IT Security Manager, Infrastructure Manager, Head of IT, Head of Infrastructure & Security.

Morgan Hunt are working with a central government organisation to recruit a Principal Cyber Security Engineer on a 2-year FTC. The role requires someone with a strong background in Azure infrastructure, as well as AWS experience and Windows Server knowledge. Key Responsibilities: • Technically Proficient, • Implementing Security Controls, • Administration of SIEM tools and Security Controls (Sentinel, Defender, DarkTrace), • Incident Response, • Security Operations Centre, • Vulnerability Management & Reporting, • Continuous Improvement, • Training & Awareness, • Secure Architecture Support, • Experience with Microsoft Sentinel, Microsoft Defender for Endpoint/Cloud SIEM tools, threat intelligence platforms, and vulnerability management, • Technical experience securing Microsoft Azure and Amazon Web Services cloud environments as well as on-premise/virtual Microsoft technologies, • Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to produce clear technical and non-technical reports., • £76,400 per year plus benefits + Up to £10k Bonus, • 2 year FTC, • Hybrid working (40% office attendance, Canary Wharf) Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to permanent vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

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

Principle IT Security Specialist - London - Hybrid Working £80,000 - £105,000 (dependent on experience) + Equity & Benefits Help Build Europe's Hypersonic Capability This organisation is redefining what's possible in European defence technology, delivering speed, resilience, and technological independence at a pace that sets a new standard. Operating as a small, elite, and highly capable team, it focuses on solving complex, high-impact problems quickly and effectively. They are seeking an Lead IT Security Specialist to join a talent-dense environment where every individual plays a critical role in shaping both technical direction and organisational capability. This is not a predefined role, it is an opportunity for a high-calibre security professional to take ownership of core security functions, with scope to evolve the position based on their strengths and expertise. The successful candidate will play a key role in strengthening security posture through SIEM ownership, incident response, and system hardening, directly contributing to Europe's technological sovereignty. The Role The IT Security Specialist will: • Design, build, and operate a centralised SIEM platform to aggregate and analyse security logs across infrastructure, networks, and applications, • Own security log analysis, vulnerability management, and incident investigation, including defining baselines and developing alerting rules for critical events, • Lead incident response efforts, using log correlation and analysis to investigate and resolve security issues quickly and effectively, • Define and implement system and application hardening standards, ensuring strong, consistent security configurations across environments, • Act as an on-call responder for security incidents, taking full ownership from detection through to resolution and post-incident improvement, • Collaborate with Information Security and leadership teams to ensure compliance with relevant standards and frameworks (e.g. Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, DEF STAN, Grundschutz) The ideal candidate will bring: • Hands-on experience deploying and operating SIEM solutions (e.g. ELK Stack, OpenSearch, Wazuh, Microsoft Defender), with proven incident investigation experience in production environments, • Strong expertise in Linux and Windows system hardening, with familiarity across frameworks such as CIS Benchmarks or STIGs, • Scripting capability for automation, log parsing, and alerting rule development, • Experience working within compliance-driven or regulated environments, • A strong security mindset, with a focus on access control, threat detection, and auditability, • The ability to balance robust security controls with operational efficiency, • High levels of autonomy and sound judgement, with the ability to manage incidents end-to-end Due to the nature of the work, applicants must be British citizens (or dual nationals with British citizenship) and eligible for UK Security Clearance (SC), with the potential requirement for Developed Vetting (DV). What's on Offer • The opportunity to work on one of Europe's most critical and high-impact defence challenges, • A high-autonomy environment with full ownership of key security capabilities, • Collaboration with leading experts across engineering, operations, and defence, • A fast-paced setting where ideas are implemented quickly and security improvements have immediate impact, • A culture built on clarity, integrity, and excellence, supporting individuals who take initiative and operate with accountability, • Competitive compensation and meaningful equity aligned to impact and responsibility Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:

Location: London, Watford or Bristol (Hybrid working options available) We’re seeking a Lead Azure Platform Engineer to play a key role in designing, building and running our Azure platform services. This is a hands-on technical leadership role, combining deep engineering expertise with mentoring, standards-setting and influence across teams. You’ll work as part of our Platform Engineering capability, enabling delivery teams through secure, scalable and well-architected Azure platforms, while helping drive modern DevOps, automation and reliability practices. What You’ll Do • Design, build and evolve Azure platform services used across delivery teams., • Lead the implementation of secure, scalable and resilient Azure environments., • Be hands-on with development work: writing code, reviewing pull requests and deploying to production., • Act as a technical authority within the platform and delivery ecosystem., • Own and evolve Infrastructure-as-Code using Terraform and/or Bicep., • Drive automation that removes toil, improves reliability and accelerates delivery., • Leverage GitHub Copilot and AI-assisted tooling to increase productivity and quality., • Champion consistent patterns for networking, identity, security and landing zones., • Lead the development of CI/CD pipelines and automated infrastructure delivery., • Promote strong observability, monitoring and alerting practices., • Take part in incident response, root cause analysis and platform stability improvements., • Balance build-and-run responsibilities with a focus on long-term platform health., • Set and maintain engineering standards, guardrails and best practices., • Mentor engineers through pairing, code reviews and knowledge-sharing sessions., • Proactively identify technical debt and lead initiatives to address it., • Influence tooling, ways of working and adoption of new technologies across teams. Who You Are Essential Experience & Skills • Strong experience as a cloud, platform or DevOps engineer., • Deep knowledge of Microsoft Azure and core platform services., • Proven experience delivering Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform and/or Bicep)., • Strong scripting skills (PowerShell, Bash and/or Python)., • Experience building or operating CI/CD pipelines., • Excellent communication skills and a collaborative mindset., • An AI first mindset focused on skills development for SRE Desirable Experience • Azure networking and security architecture experience., • Container platforms (Docker, AKS)., • Cloud governance, cost management (FinOps) or security practices., • Azure DevOps and/or GitHub enterprise environments., • Cross-plane experience

Connect2Hackney, the internal talent team for the London Borough of Hackney, are looking for a high-level Senior Cyber Security Engineer to join our team during a pivotal phase of our security evolution. With the strategic deployment of our new outsourced Security Operations Center (SOC) from NCC Group, we need a technical expert to bridge the gap between our raw security data and actionable intelligence. You will be the technical lead responsible for managing, integrating, and optimising our SOC capabilities while mentoring and training our existing team to elevate their technical skill sets. Key Responsibilities • Endpoint Strategy: Lead the deployment, policy configuration, and maintenance of our CrowdStrike Falcon platform., • SIEM Mastery: Collaborate with our SOC partner to architect and optimise Splunk dashboards, alerts, and data models., • Incident Response: Act as the technical escalation point for high-priority incidents, utilizing EDR and SIEM tools for rapid containment., • Automation & Hunting: Develop SOAR workflows to improve response times and proactively hunt for undetected malicious activity. We are seeking a candidate who brings at least 5+ years of experience in a dedicated Cyber Security Engineering or SOC Tier 3 role. Technical Requirements: • CrowdStrike Expertise: Deep hands-on experience with Falcon Prevent, Insight, and Discover., • Splunk Power User: Proficiency in writing complex Search Processing Language (SPL) and managing Splunk Enterprise Security (ES)., • Technical Breadth: Strong understanding of network protocols, cloud security (AWS/Azure), and the MITRE ATT&CK framework., • Additional Skills: Experience with Vulnerability Assessment (VA) tools, Penetration Testing, and Web Application Testing is a significant bonus.Desired Qualifications:, • Mandatory: Splunk Certified Cybersecurity Defense Engineer., • CrowdStrike: Ideally 2 or more certifications from CCFA, CCFR, or CCSE., • General: Advanced certifications such as CISSP, GCIH, GCIA, or CCSP are highly valued. Why Join LBH? This is a critical role that goes beyond daily operations; you will be instrumental in maturing our SOC service and ensuring our investment in NCC Group, Splunk, and CrowdStrike is fully realised. If you are a technical expert capable of turning raw data into defense, we want to hear from you. Commercial Services Trading Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

A Council in London is seeking a Contract Senior Cybersecurity Engineer for 6 months. With the strategic deployment of an outsourced Security Operations Center (SOC) that leverages Splunk and CrowdStrike, the Senior Cyber Security Engineer role is a key addition to our team to maximise the timeline and investment. The ideal candidate will be a technical expert in CrowdStrike for endpoint protection and Splunk for security telemetry, capable of turning raw data into actionable intelligence. Key Responsibilities • Endpoint Strategy: Lead the deployment, policy configuration, and maintenance of the CrowdStrike Falcon, • SIEM Mastery: Work with our SOC partner to architect and optimize Splunk dashboards, alerts, and data models to identify sophisticated threats., • Incident Response: Serve as a technical escalation point for high-priority security incidents, utilizing EDR and SIEM tools for rapid containment., • Automation: Develop "SOAR" workflows (Security Orchestration, Automation, and Response) to reduce manual intervention and improve response times., • Threat Hunting: Proactively search for undetected malicious activity using specialized queries., • Experience: 5+ years in a dedicated Cyber Security Engineering or SOC Tier 3 role., • CrowdStrike Expert: Deep hands-on experience with Falcon Prevent, Insight, and Discover. Certification (CCFA/CCFR) is a major plus., • Splunk Power User: Proficiency in writing complex Search Processing Language (SPL) and managing Splunk Enterprise Security (ES)., • Technical Breadth: Strong understanding of network protocols, cloud security (AWS/Azure), and the MITRE ATT&CK, • Vulnerability Assessment: 2+ years using VA tools would be a bonus, • Penetration Testing: Exposure to Penetration Testing and Web Application Testing.

Senior hands-on role securing Azure platforms with a strong focus on security tooling, scanning, vulnerability remediation, and backup and recovery. The role requires deep Azure expertise, ARM and Bicep experience, and the ability to work closely with engineering and security teams to deliver secure, resilient platforms. Client Details This not-for-profit organisation operates within the technology sector. Description • Secure and harden Azure platform environments, • Implement security scanning, tooling and remediation plans, • Build and secure CI/CD pipelines in Azure DevOps, • Integrate SAST, DAST, dependency and secret scanning tools, • Design and implement backup and recovery aligned to RTO/RPO, • Manage identity and access management controls, • Implement monitoring and alerting using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics, • Support incident response, recovery and release readiness A successful DevSecOps should have: • Problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.Strong Azure platform and security expertise, • Experience deploying within Power Platform and Microsoft Fabric, • Proven hands-on experience with ARM and Bicep, • CI/CD pipeline security in Azure DevOps, • DevSecOps framework design experience, • Vulnerability management and remediation delivery, • Incident response, backup and recovery experience, • Strong scripting skills (PowerShell, Python), • Excellent communication and stakeholder influencing skills, • Daily rate of GBP 500.0 to GBP 550.0, depending on experience., • Opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects in the not-for-profit sector.

To see more Chinese jobs please follow us on WeChat: teamchinapf AND pfteamchina Ref: 23260 The Skills You'll Need: Fluent in Mandarin, Extensive / Solid of IT experience, including team leadership. Your New Salary: Up to £100k, depending on experience Office based Perm Start: ASAP Deputy Head of IT - What You'll be Doing: • Support the Head of IT in designing, implementing and maintaining the firm’s IT strategy., • Assist in developing and enforcing IT policies, procedures and architectural frameworks in line with group standards, regulatory requirements and best practices., • Oversee IT operations, including infrastructure, support, applications and cybersecurity to ensure system stability and service continuity., • Act as deputy for cybersecurity monitoring, threat management, incident response and improvement of protective controls., • Assist with IT budgeting, cost control, vendor management and procurement to ensure effective financial governance., • Maintain strong collaboration with group IT, supporting policy alignment, reporting and joint initiatives., • Work closely with business units to identify technology needs, propose IT solutions and support implementation., • Assist in maintaining and testing Business Continuity Plans and disaster recovery arrangements; participate in the Business Continuity Committee., • Support implementation of approved systems and controls in compliance with relevant legislation, regulatory requirements and group policies., • Monitor team workload, task allocation and performance to ensure effective delivery and reliable production systems., • Provide coaching, mentoring and knowledge-sharing to IT team members; identify training needs and support skills development., • Manage IT assets, suppliers and contractual relationships in accordance with internal procurement and compliance requirements., • Lead and/or support IT projects including planning, resourcing, tracking, reporting and risk management., • Prepare reports, documentation, KPIs and updates for Senior Management and the Board when required., • Act as deputy for the Head of IT during absence, taking responsibility for escalation, decision-making and operational oversight., • Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or related discipline; Master’s degree preferred., • Extensive / Solid of IT experience, including team leadership and project delivery., • Strong technical knowledge across IT infrastructure, systems administration, networks, applications and cybersecurity., • Experience in IT governance, ITIL processes, change management and incident management., • Strong understanding of financial services IT environments, regulatory requirements and risk controls., • Excellent communication, stakeholder management and decision-making skills., • Ability to coach and develop teams; experience managing distributed teams is desirable., • Strong vendor management and negotiation capabilities., • Sound knowledge of Business Continuity/Disaster Recovery frameworks., • Working knowledge of networking, firewalls, CUCM, cybersecurity tools and cloud/infrastructure technologies., • Experience with trading systems, exchange connectivity, FIX protocols and back-office integrations is advantageous., • Ability to work under pressure, manage competing priorities and deliver within deadlines. Please follow us on Linkedin: people-first-team-china We would be grateful if you could send your CV as a Word document. If your application is successful, you will be contacted within 7 days. We regret that due to the high volume of applications we receive we cannot provide feedback on individual CVs. Please note that we can only consider candidates who are eligible to work in the UK and are able to provide relevant supporting documentation. People First is committed to increasing diversity, and maintaining an inclusive workplace culture. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, marital status or whether or not they have a disability. People First (Recruitment) Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent and fixed term contract recruitment and as an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Please note that by applying for this job you accept our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy which can be found on our website.

Cyber Solution Architect (Digital Platforms & Trading Systems) 8-Month contract - Inside IR35 - market rate London based - hybrid working - 3 days a week onsite Must have Base Metals trading experience Role Overview We are looking for a hands-on, highly technical Cyber Solution Architect to design and deliver secure solutions across our digital platform ecosystem, with a strong focus on Base Metals Order Execution Management Systems (OEMS). This role requires deep technical expertise, practical implementation capability, and the ability to embed security into complex, low-latency trading environments. Key Responsibilities • Design and implement secure, scalable cyber solutions for digital platforms, including OEMS and associated trading infrastructure., • Act as a hands-on architect, contributing directly to solution design, engineering decisions, and security implementation., • Develop and maintain security architecture patterns, reference models, and solution blueprints., • Lead security design for Base Metals OEMS platforms, ensuring alignment with performance, resilience, and regulatory requirements., • Perform threat modelling, security risk assessments, and architecture reviews., • Integrate security into DevOps pipelines, promoting DevSecOps best practices., • Collaborate with engineering, infrastructure, and business teams to ensure security is embedded by design., • Provide technical oversight on identity and access management (IAM), encryption, API security, and network security., • Evaluate and implement security tooling (e.g., SIEM, EDR, DLP, WAF) within platform environments., • Support incident response activities and provide expert guidance on security incidents affecting trading systems. Required Skills & Experience • Proven experience in a Cyber Solution Architect role with strong hands-on delivery capability., • Deep technical knowledge across application, infrastructure, network, and cloud security domains., • Demonstrated experience securing digital platforms in complex enterprise environments., • Strong understanding of Order Execution Management Systems (OEMS), ideally within Base Metals or commodities trading., • Experience in commodities or financial trading environments (particularly Base Metals)., • Understanding of regulatory requirements relevant to trading systems., • Knowledge of trading workflows, low-latency systems, and associated cyber risks., • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and cloud-native security architecture., • Strong familiarity with security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, CIS)., • Experience implementing security controls including IAM, encryption, endpoint protection, and monitoring solutions., • Proficiency in scripting or programming (e.g., Python, PowerShell, Bash). Desirable Skills • Experience with high-frequency or algorithmic trading security., • Knowledge of Zero Trust architecture and modern identity frameworks. 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. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

Morgan Hunt currently requires an Maintenance Assistant for FE College - East London Pay Rate: £18ph LtdHours: 35 hrs 9am to 17:00pm Mon to FriLocation: East LondonDuration 6 months on going contractMust have Enhanced Children DBS Certificate on update service or Happy to apply for DBS CertificatePurpose of the Role To support the Group Estate Maintenance Manager in delivering the planned and preventative maintenance programme. To support the Campus Facilities Managers in delivering a reactive maintenance service, undertaking general repairs and maintenance to the fabric and items of equipment forming part of the College estate as required. To update the Computer-Aided Facilities Management (CAFM) system with all maintenance work undertaken. To support the Facilities Managers in monitoring the condition of the College estate. Key Responsibilities:Maintenance Delivery & Estate Safety· Support the Group Estate Maintenance Manager in delivering the preventative maintenance programme.· Support the Facilities Managers in responding promptly to reactive maintenance needs.· Undertake site redecorations and other minor works.· Report any premises maintenance or reactive repairs required through the service desk/CAFM.· Report any observed incidents, near misses or accidents that could impact the safe operation of the College estate.Person Specification -Education & Qualifications· GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.· Basic literacy, numeracy, and IT skills.· Willingness to undertake role-related training, including health & safety, safeguarding, and facilities procedures.· Relevant facilities, caretaking, or health & safety training.Experience· Experience working in a facilities, estates, caretaking, maintenance, or support services environment.· Experience supporting reactive maintenance, minor works, or general repairs.· Experience of room set-ups, portering, or event support, including exams or enrolment activities.· Experience working in a busy, customer-focused environment with changing priorities.· Experience using a service desk or CAFM system to log or report issues (desirable).· Experience working within an education or public-sector setting (desirable).Knowledge, Skills & Behaviours· Basic knowledge of facilities and estates services.· Awareness of health & safety requirements, safe working practices, and incident reporting.· Understanding of safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion within a college environment.· Ability to carry out practical tasks, including minor works, redecorations, spill response, and portering.· Good organisation, time-management, and communication skills.· Ability to follow procedures and update records accurately using CAFM or service desk systems.· Reliable, flexible, and conscientious, with a proactive and team-focused approach.· Calm and professional when working under pressure, particularly during busy periods such as enrolment and exams. Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.

Security Analyst - CISSP, CISM, CEH, EDR, SIEM, SOAR, IDS/IPS, TCP/IP, Defender Our leading global law firm client are currently looking to take on a new Security Analyst (CISSP, CISM, CEH, EDR, SIEM, SOAR, IDS/IPS, TCP/IP, Defender) to join their team on a permanent 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 Security Analyst (CISSP, CISM, CEH, EDR, SIEM, SOAR, IDS/IPS, TCP/IP, Defender) role, will be responsible for the day to day operations of existing security solutions and uses tools to identify, investigate and resolve any security events detected. To be considered for this Security Analyst (CISSP, CISM, CEH, EDR, SIEM, SOAR, IDS/IPS, TCP/IP, Defender) role, it's ideal you have: • 3 + years within a similar role, • Ideal but not required law firm experience, • Assist with the management and operation of security controls., • Help in streamlining and automating of security controls in order to improve overall security posture of the organisation., • To take the lead on security incidents, identification, and remediation., • Support operational transition for the deployment, integration and configuration of new security solutions and of any enhancements to existing security solutions., • Monitor all in-place security solutions for efficient and appropriate operations., • Conduct security focused reviews and analysis of log files and reports of devices, systems and network traffic (i.e., workstations, servers, network devices). Interpret results and resolve issues identified., • Investigate security alerts and provide incident response if and when required, working with global team to help mitigate and resolve incidents., • Support and contribute to red/blue team testing and cyber threat based table top exercises., • Develop maintain and implement system hardening procedures., • Maintain up-to-date detailed knowledge of the IT Security industry, including the development of new attacks and threat vectors., • Provide a point of escalation for the Service Desk, IT and Business support teams with respect to security-related events.

Network Security SME | Contract | 6 Months + | £500 - £600 p/day (Inside IR35) | Remote We're currently seeking an experienced Network Security SME to support a large-scale enterprise environment, with a focus on network containment strategy, documentation, and resilience planning. This role is ideal for someone with deep expertise in routing & switching (Cisco/FortiGate environments) and a strong background in creating operational runbooks and security documentation within complex or regulated environments.Key responsibilities include: • Mapping and documenting enterprise network environments (data centres, branches, remote access, ingress/egress), • Identifying control points across Cisco, FortiGate and Zscaler, • Reviewing network/security configurations to support containment planning, • Developing clear, step-by-step containment runbooks, • Documenting shutdown procedures across access methods, • Strong enterprise networking & security experience, • Deep routing & switching expertise in large environments, • Proven experience creating runbooks, incident response, or resilience documentation, • Excellent technical writing and documentation skills Network Security SME | Contract | 6 Months + | £500 - £600 p/day (Inside IR35) | Remote Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Solutions Engineer – Cyber Security London (Hybrid Working) Managed Services / Cyber Security / Cloud Infrastructure A growing managed IT and cyber security provider supporting over 5,000 users across 100+ creative and commercial businesses is looking to hire an experienced Solutions Engineer – Cyber Security to join its technical consultancy team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong and client-focused engineer to play a key role in securing modern IT environments across cloud, network, and endpoint infrastructure. The position combines hands-on engineering, cyber security best practice, and customer engagement within a fast-paced managed services environment. The Role Working as part of a specialist engineering team, you will design, implement, and support a range of cyber security solutions across client environments. You will be involved in both proactive security improvement projects and reactive incident response activity, helping clients strengthen their overall security posture. This is a highly varied role suited to someone who enjoys working across multiple technologies and collaborating directly with clients. Key Responsibilities • Design, implement, and maintain cyber security solutions across network, endpoint, and cloud environments, • Deploy and manage firewalls, endpoint protection, EDR, and security monitoring tools, • Lead and support cyber security incident response activities including investigation, containment, remediation, and reporting, • Conduct vulnerability assessments, security reviews, and risk analysis, • Recommend and implement improvements aligned to security best practice and compliance requirements, • Secure and support cloud platforms including:, • Microsoft Azure, • Amazon Web Services, • Configure and manage SIEM and security monitoring solutions, • Provide technical guidance and cyber security advice directly to clients, • Previous experience in a Solutions Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, Service Desk Engineer, or Cyber Security role, • Strong understanding of:, • Network security, • Firewalls, • Endpoint Detection & Response (EDR), • SIEM technologies, • Hands-on experience with endpoint security solutions such as:, • Microsoft Defender, • Sophos, • Bitdefender, • Experience securing cloud-based environments within Azure and/or AWS, • Good understanding of:, • Cyber Essentials, • Cyber Essentials Plus, • General cyber security frameworks and best practices, • Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, • Hybrid working model with flexible remote working, • 22–25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, • Ongoing learning and development support, • Exposure to diverse technologies and client environments, • Supportive technical team and collaborative culture By applying for this role, you consent to us processing and storing your personal data in line with current UK GDPR legislation for the purposes of recruitment and employment opportunities. Your information will only be shared with prospective employers with your prior consent and will be handled in accordance with our privacy policy. If you would like to review, update, or remove your data from our records at any time, please contact us directly.

Job Title: Senior Unix/Linux & Database AdministratorJob Purpose We are seeking a hands-on, experienced Senior Administrator specialising in Unix/Linux environments and database management within the financial services sector. This role is critical to the stability, performance, and scalability of a recently implemented core banking platform (live since October). The successful candidate will be expected to hit the ground running, supporting a complex, high-availability environment spanning 50+ servers and 15-20 databases, while also contributing to ongoing optimisation and platform maturity. Key Responsibilities Database & Platform Management • Administer and optimise enterprise databases (including SQL Server and Oracle environments) supporting core financial applications, • Manage and support clustered database environments, including Oracle RAC, • Support and manage front-end application environments, with experience inFlexcubeorWebLogic, • Manage and maintain Linux and Unix-based servers across a large-scale production estate (50+ servers), • Manage cluster software and high-availability configurations across systems, • Automate routine administrative tasks using shell scripting and modern tooling, • Ensure compliance with IT security standards and financial regulatory requirements, • Align with ITIL processes and formal change management practices, • Provide on-call support and contribute to incident response and operational documentationExperience & Skills Required, • Database Expertise:, • 7+ years in DBA roles, including SQL Server and Oracle, • Strong experience with clustering, storage, and performance tuning, • Hands-on experience with Oracle RAC, • Systems Expertise:, • 5+ years administering enterprise Linux/Unix environments, • Application Layer Experience:, • Experience supporting Flexcube or WebLogic environments, • Technical Skills:, • Advanced SQL and procedural database languages, • Strong Unix/Linux shell scripting skills, • Environment Experience:, • Proven background supporting core banking systems, • Experience working in complex, multi-server, multi-database environments, • Tooling & Processes:, • Familiarity with automation, monitoring, and log analysis tools, • Strong understanding of ITIL and change management frameworks, • Soft Skills:, • Strong problem-solving ability with a proactive, hands-on mindset, • Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, production-critical environmentAdditional Context, • Recently implemented core banking system (live since October), • Estate includes 50+ servers and 15-20 databases, • Significant focus on stabilisation, optimisation, and scalability, • Requires a candidate who can quickly take ownership and deliver impact

Role: SOC Manager Salary/Rate: £700-850 per day inside IR35 Location: Mainly remote, must be UK-based Contract Duration: 6-month contract We are currently looking for a SOC Manager for our government client. This SOC Manager role is mainly remote, however successful candidates must be able to travel to UK sites as required. There is no further flexibility with the on-site requirement. The contract for this SOC Manager position is for 6-months, with potential to extend, operating inside IR35. Security Clearance: 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: • Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team, this includes decision-making, effective communication and service management skills., • In-depth knowledge of incident management processes, including the ability to assess the impact of critical security incidents and lead the response efforts, ensuring procedures are available and maintained., • Proven experience delivering an effective security monitoring capability, with continuous improvements that reflect changes from risks and threats in a timely manner, including proactive threat hunting and intrusion detection., • Proven experience delivering threat intelligence and assessment in the context of the organisation to stakeholders by gathering and analysing information to identify and mitigate cyber threats from both open-source (OSINT) and commercial threat intelligence., • Proven experience operating cyber security solutions and tools e.g. Security Information and Event Management (SIEM), maintaining security records and documentation in accordance with security operating procedures., • Lead, manage and mentor a team of cyber security analysts to ensure the team operate effectively., • Develop the team utilising the career framework to identify learning needs and career pathways, • Lead incident detection, triage, escalation and resolution processes; assessing impacts and directing appropriate measures to contain and mitigate threats, conduct post-incident reviews and drive continual service improvement including exercising to test procedures., • Be the escalation point for alerts. Provide direction for improvements to monitoring systems for our environment covering specific technologies or threats. Direct the development and tuning of new and existing rules, • Stay up to date on the latest cyber threats and attack techniques, incorporating threat intelligence into security practices, cascading to relevant stakeholders., • Define cyber security metrics and targets., • Prepare and present regular reports on security incidents, and trends to management, translating technical metrics into business-focused risk insights, • Oversee service providers, managing Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), serve as the principal interface with cross-government departmental SOCs As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, Circle and our Client guarantees to interview all candidates who have a disability and who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of candidates who have a disability who meet all the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. Our client is proud to support the Armed Forces Covenant and as such, they guarantee to interview all veterans, spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where they have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses, partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, theywill interview the best candidates from within that group. If you qualify, please notify us on igs [at] circlerecruitment [dot] com. We will be in touch to discuss your suitability and arrange your guaranteed interview. Should you require reasonable adjustments at any point during the recruitment process, if there is a better way for us to communicate, please do let us know. Security, Cyber, Infosec, Information Security, SOC, Security Operations Centre, Threat, Security Check, Sc Level, Sc Cleared, Sc Clearance, Security Cleared, Security Clearance, Security Vetting Clearance, Active SC, SC Vetted, Cleared To A High Government Standard, DV Cleared, DV Clearance, DV Check, Developed Vetted, Developed Vetting, DV Strap, Active DV, 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 - @Circle_Rec and LinkedIn - Circle Recruitment.

Legal Advisor (AI & Emerging Technology) Locum Contract - Part time 2 days per week Rate - £700 per day Central London, Hybrid-Working We are seeking appointment for a part-time Legal Advisor, who will provide specialist legal advice on artificial intelligence, supporting the design, development, and deployment of AI systems across the department. The role will act as a dedicated interface between the Justice AI Unit and internal Legal Services, ensuring timely, informed, and consistent legal input into AI-related initiatives. The Justice AI Unit is seeing a growing volume and complexity of work involving artificial intelligence, including data usage, data governance, data residency, privacy, reviewing contracts for AI tools and suppliers, model deployment, procurement, incident response and guidance, tracking emerging AI regulation, ethics and compliance with evolving regulatory frameworks. Key responsibilities for the AI Legal Advisor The successful Candidate for this AI Legal Advisor role will be required to: • Accelerate decision-making and reduce turnaround times for legal input, • Improve the quality and consistency of legal considerations in AI projects, • Enable earlier identification and mitigation of legal risks, • Strengthen alignment between policy, technology, and legal compliance Key requirements for the AI Legal Advisor The ideal Candidate for this AI Legal Advisor role will require: • Strong legal qualification with experience in technology, data protection, or digital regulation, • Demonstrable expertise in legal issues related to AI, including data governance, privacy, intellectual property, and liability, • Experience advising on complex, cross-functional projects involving legal and technical stakeholders, • Ability to translate legal risk into clear, practical guidance for non-legal teams, • Familiarity with UK regulatory frameworks (e. UK GDPR, Data Protection Act, emerging AI regulation and guidance)* Experience within government or public sector environments, • Understanding of AI/ML systems and their lifecycle (development, deployment, monitoring), • Knowledge of procurement and contracting for digital or AI services, • Awareness of ethical frameworks and responsible AI principles This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established Central Government team that prides itself in the first-class service it offers to clients. If you are interested in the AI Legal Advisor role, please apply now, or contact Albert Pearson at Sellick Partnership for a confidential conversation. Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Bid Solution Architect • Contract Duration: 5 months, • Working Days: 3 days per week Day-to-Day of the Role: * Own and assure the end-to-end solution architecture for the bid submission. * Produce and validate architectural artefacts including high-level and low-level diagrams, integration, deployment, and hosting models, and security architecture views. * Ensure technical designs are scalable, supportable, secure, and contract-ready. * Assure the full scheduling system architecture, focusing on performance and resilience. * Validate integration assumptions, API patterns, data flows, and control mechanisms. * Ensure system observability, failover, and peak-load behavior are credible and evidenced. * Design or validate security controls across application, infrastructure, and operations. * Ensure alignment of IAM, encryption, logging, and incident controls with bid commitments. * Validate technical incident flows and recovery behavior. * Test assumptions for resilience, failover, and service continuity. * Validate that infrastructure, hosting, and software costs match the proposed design. * Identify unfunded assumptions, delivery risks, or over-ambitious non-functional claims. * Provide technical inputs for written bid responses, annexes, and clarifications. * Support dialogue sessions with technical briefing packs and defensible response lines. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Proven experience as a Solution Architect in complex, multi-supplier environments., • Strong experience with scheduling, booking, appointment, or workforce allocation platforms., • Deep expertise in integration architecture, including API-led and cross-supplier integration., • Demonstrable experience producing architecture artefacts for public sector or regulated procurements., • Prior involvement in bid responses, competitive tenders, or dialogue-based procurements., • Strong knowledge of cloud architecture, resilience, scalability, and deployment models., • Strong understanding of security architecture, including IAM, logging, encryption, and assurance., • Excellent written skills, with the ability to produce clear, evidence-led technical bid content., • Experience with high-volume booking or scheduling platforms in sectors such as transport, testing and inspection, field services, or healthcare., • Familiarity with Microsoft-centric environments, including Azure, Entra ID, and MFA., • Experience supporting UK government procurement dialogue processes., • Knowledge of operational data handling, auditability, and evidential traceability., • Experience validating AI or automation capabilities within controlled governance frameworks. To apply for the Bid Solution Architect position, please submit your CV and a member of the Reed Professional Services Talent Team will be in touch

Senior Cyber Security Splunk SME Full Time Permanent Fully onsite - Moorgate, London EC2Y £80-92K basic + benefits (5% pension, 25 days hols, life insurance, medical cover) Are you an experienced Splunk SME looking for a new challenge? Do you have a strong background in Splunk, IAM and SOAR with a high-level understanding of wider Splunk ecosystem, along with Incident Management, Python and Powershell skills? Here at ARM, we are recruiting for a full time permanent Splunk SME for a global IT services and consultancy client of ours. Our client: They're a leading business with a global reach that empowers local teams, and they undertake hugely exciting work that is genuinely changing the world. Their advanced portfolio of consulting, applications, business process, cloud, and infrastructure services will allow you to achieve great things by working with brilliant colleagues, and clients, on exciting projects. They're a rapidly growing, people-first technology organisation and part of a $1B global service provider delivering end-to-end IT Outsourcing (ITO) and Cyber Defence services to clients across the UK and beyond. Within their Security Practice, they provide a range of services including Managed Detection and Response (MDR), Vulnerability Management, Penetration Testing, Incident Response, and consultancy led Security Advisory services. You'll be joining a team that values learning, celebrates innovation, and supports your career journey every step of the way. The Opportunity: We are looking for a skilled Splunk Specialist to deliver end-to-end Splunk engagements, helping clients build and enhance their security monitoring capabilities. You will lead the full project lifecycle, from requirements gathering and stakeholder engagement through to data onboarding, alert development, and dashboard creation, ensuring solutions are aligned to both business and security objectives. You will bring strong hands-on experience with Splunk Enterprise Security and a proven track record in delivering cybersecurity projects. This includes designing and implementing detection use cases, tuning alerts, and developing dashboards that provide clear, actionable insights for security operations teams. Experience with SOAR and UEBA technologies is advantageous but not essential. This role suits someone who enjoys working in a client-facing environment, solving complex challenges, and contributing to the ongoing evolution of modern Security Operations Centres. What You'll Be Doing: • Design, build, and continuously enhance detection capabilities within Splunk across Linux and Windows environments, including log onboarding, normalisation, and enrichment, • Develop and maintain high-quality detection content such as correlation searches and risk-based alerting within Splunk Enterprise Security, • Write and optimise complex queries to support threat detection, proactive threat hunting, and anomaly identification, • Map detection logic to adversary behaviours using the MITRE ATT&CK Framework, ensuring effective coverage of tactics, techniques, and procedures, • Work with the wider Splunk ecosystem, including tools like TrackMe, and contribute to automation and orchestration initiatives (including exposure to SOAR where applicable), • Leverage scripting languages such as Python and PowerShell to automate detection logic, enrich data, and integrate with security workflows, • Provide mentorship and technical guidance to junior engineers, particularly on Splunk backend activities such as data ingestion, parsing, indexing, and troubleshooting, • Collaborate closely with SOC analysts, incident responders, and global engineering teams to improve detection and response capabilities, • Apply strong analytical and problem-solving skills to translate threat intelligence into actionable detection use cases and continuously improve security operations What We're Looking For: Essential: • Experience working on multiple projects with broad scope, ambiguity, and a high degree of difficulty, • Demonstrable proficiency across a wide range of IT and cybersecurity technologies, • Strong knowledge of key cybersecurity domains, including Identity and Access Management and Incident Management, • High-level analytical ability to solve unusual and complex problems, • Ability to maintain up-to-date working knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices, • Experience in senior stakeholder management and providing clear, relevant management reporting, professional communication - written and verbal., • Eligibility to work in the UK. Desirable: • Experience in technology projects such as cyber infrastructure implementation or replacement initiatives, • Understanding of global program structures, launch plans, timing, and ownership, • Ability to coach and mentor team members through knowledge transfer and constructive feedback 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.

SOLACE MESSAGING ADMINISTRATOR - LONDON KEY POINTS • Salary up to £130,000 + Bonus, • 4 days per week onsite in Canary Wharf, • Supporting critical enterprise Solace messaging systems We're supporting a globally recognised financial services and technology organisation operating at the forefront of electronic trading and market infrastructure. Due to continued growth within their Messaging team, they're looking to appoint an experienced Solace Messaging Administrator to help support and optimise a critical low latency messaging environment. You'll be joining a highly technical, collaborative team responsible for delivering resilient, high throughput messaging systems that underpin pricing, trading, and other mission critical applications across a complex global infrastructure. THE BENEFITS • Competitive bonus structure, • Exposure to enterprise-scale messaging infrastructure, • Opportunity to develop automation and programming skills, • Work within a highly collaborative engineering environment, • Access to modern observability and monitoring tooling As a Solace Messaging Administrator, you'll be responsible for administering and supporting enterprise Solace PubSub+ infrastructure across production and non-production environments. You'll work closely with infrastructure, development, and support teams to ensure messaging reliability, scalability, and performance across mission critical systems. You'll play a key role in incident response, monitoring, capacity planning, WAN optimisation, and automation while helping maintain a highly available messaging platform supporting real-time trading and financial applications. SOLACE MESSAGING ADMINISTRATOR ESSENTIAL SKILLS • Experience administrating critical Solace messaging systems, • Strong background supporting enterprise production environments, • Experience with Solace PubSub+ appliances and software brokers, • Strong understanding of distributed systems and WAN environments, • Experience with Prometheus and Grafana monitoring tools, • Linux/Unix administration and scripting experience, • Strong troubleshooting and analytical problem-solving skills 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 Solace, PubSub+, Messaging Administrator, Linux, Prometheus, Grafana, WAN, Low Latency Systems, Distributed Systems, Python, Bash, Infrastructure, Production Support, Kafka, RabbitMQ, Docker, Kubernetes, AWS, Azure, Messaging Systems

Cyber Security Operations Manager London based with regular travel to Bournemouth | Hybrid working (2 days in office / 3 from home) We are supporting a global insurance business with the appointment of a Cyber Security Operations Manager into a highly visible leadership role. The focus is on operational leadership, stakeholder management and acting as the face of the Cyber Security Operations function internally. You’ll lead a team covering vulnerability management, EDR, incident response, phishing, monitoring and wider security operations activity, while partnering closely with senior stakeholders across the business and global technology teams. The environment is fast paced and high pressure, so they are looking for someone already operating at this level who can bring structure, maturity and strong people leadership across a mixed-experience team. A key part of the role is the consultative element, being able to translate technical security activity into clear business risk, operational metrics and meaningful updates for senior leadership. There is also a broader transformation programme underway, including a move from AWS and on-prem into GCP, alongside exposure to global security operations across more than 40 countries. Key experience required: • Proven Cyber Security Operations leadership experience, • Strong people management capability, • Experience operating within complex enterprise environments, • Ability to manage senior stakeholders and communicate effectively across technical and non-technical audiences, • Strong operational risk and incident management understanding, • Initial screening call, • Formal interview

Cyber Security SOC Analyst London - Hybrid working (3 days in office / 2 days remote) £30k-£36k + Benefits and Paid Training Exams towards certifications relevant for your role fully paid for! My client is an award winning London based MSP who are looking to hire a Cyber Security SOC Analyst. As a Cyber Security SOC Support Analyst, you will be primarily responsible for monitoring systems and making the initial response to any flags or alerts that come in via support tickets or telephone tickets. One of the key responsibilities is also to review and categorise potential threats in order of priority and dismiss any false alarms, whilst also gathering information and escalating the most urgent threats to Escalations Management Team. Cyber Security SOC Analyst Job Specifications: Cyber Security SOC Analyst Main Tasks and Responsibilities • Provide triage and first line of defence for all cyber security incidents within the organisation and as part of our Managed Security Service, • Take ownership and provide remedial actions to ensure that Cyber Security Threats are mitigated as per Playbooks provided by the Cyber Security Team or escalate incidents to Escalations Management Team for further information/support, • Manage technical and stakeholder incident reporting via concise communications, • Manage client communication channels during an active incident, • Liaise with third party service suppliers where necessary, logging tickets and act as a central point of contact for active incident, • Provide operational support to wider Cyber Security Team on security incidents, • Preference given to candidates with MSP background, • Minimum 1 years proven experience in a Tier 1 Cyber Security SOC Support Analyst role, • Working knowledge of Microsoft Defender XDR and Microsoft Sentinel SIEM technologies, • Working knowledge of Microsoft Defender suite including Endpoint Detection and Response, • SC-200 Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate, • Highly Motivated, • Can do attitude, • Attention to detail, • Excellent communication, • Proven client service skills, • Ability to work under pressure, • Willingness to work flexibly as required, • Good telephone etiquette Cyber Security SOC Analyst Benefits Hours: 7.5 hours a day on a fortnightly shift pattern (8am to 4.30pm or 9am to 5.30pm or 9.30am to 6pm)Holidays: 20 days per year, plus bank holidays. After 3 years continuous service, an extra day annual leave up to 25 days.Benefits: Competitive Package Offered - Gym membership, Vitality at Work Business rewards & benefits, Cycle to Work scheme, quarterly team nights out/events, monthly games night with pizzas and breakfast on Wednesdays! Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Service Desk Engineer (2nd Line) London (North London) Hybrid (3 days onsite, 2 days remote) | Occasional client travel Are you an experienced IT support professional ready to take the next step in your career? Do you enjoy solving complex technical issues while delivering outstanding customer service, both remotely and face-to-face? We’re looking for a skilled Service Desk Engineer (2nd Line) to join our dynamic Service Delivery Team. About the Role As a 2nd Line Service Desk Engineer, you will be at the forefront of delivering high-quality technical support to our clients. You’ll handle escalated incidents, proactive monitoring alerts, and on-site visits, while helping to mentor and develop the 1st Line team. Key Responsibilities • Respond promptly to technical support requests via phone, email, and ticketing system, • Diagnose and resolve 2nd line and escalated tickets, as well as NOC monitoring alerts, within agreed resolution times, • Provide face-to-face technical support through pre-scheduled client site visits, • Accurately classify, prioritise, and document tickets with detailed notes throughout their lifecycle, • Keep clients and their IT teams regularly updated on ticket progress, • Identify recurring issues and contribute to permanent solutions, • Create and maintain technical documentation and knowledge base articles, • Deliver excellent customer service and a positive support experience at all times, • Manage your own ticket queue, triage effectively, and escalate where necessary, • Liaise with third-party vendors and partners to resolve complex issues, • Support, mentor, train, and develop the 1st Line Service Desk Analysts, • Stay up to date with the latest technologies and cyber security developments, and share knowledge with the team, • Achieve relevant Microsoft and technical certificationsWhat We’re Looking For, • Excellent customer service, telephone, and client-facing skills, • Minimum 2 years’ experience providing IT support across multiple technologies (MSP experience is highly desirable), • Proven experience attending client sites and delivering face-to-face support, • Strong troubleshooting and support experience in the following technologies:, • Windows Server (on-premise and Azure), • Active Directory (on-premise and Azure), Group Policy, Office 365, and SharePoint, • Microsoft Exchange, • Virtualisation technologies (Windows Virtual Desktop, Hyper-V, Virtual Machine Manager, vSphere), • Backup and Disaster Recovery solutions, • Cyber-security tools and concepts (EDR, MFA, AV, incident response), • Networking (TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, LAN, WAN, Wireless, Switches, Routers), • Windows OS, macOS, and Microsoft Office, • Mobile device configuration and support, • Ability to configure, administer, and support both Windows and macOS devices, • Solid understanding of the cyber threat landscape and security best practices, • Proactive mindset with the ability to anticipate and prevent issues, • Excellent verbal and written communication skills – able to explain complex technical matters clearly to users of all levels, • A genuine passion for learning new technologies, demonstrated through certifications or personal projects, • Strong team player who is also highly self-motivated, • Calm and professional approach when dealing with difficult or demanding situations, • Full UK driving licenceWhat We Offer, • Hybrid working (3 days onsite, 2 days remote), • Varied and interesting workload across multiple client environments, • Opportunities to develop your technical skills and gain certifications

Senior Network Engineer – 6-month contract VIQU IT has a customer who are seeking an experienced Senior Network Engineer to join their team, combining strong technical expertise with excellent planning and project management capabilities. This is a varied and hands-on role that goes beyond configuration work. You will play a key part in supporting business-as-usual (BAU) operations while also driving and coordinating small to medium-sized projects that arise from remediation activities. Key Responsibilities • Support BAU network operations, ensuring stability, performance, and security, • Plan and deliver remediation-driven projects (e.g., security patching, firmware upgrades, hardware refreshes), • Work closely with the Network Team Lead to support resource allocation, workload planning, and prioritisation, • Manage and coordinate incident response, ensuring timely resolution and communication, • Handle vendor maintenance notifications and assess operational impact, • Raise and manage change requests in line with governance processes, • Strong background in network engineering (routing, switching, security, and infrastructure), • Proven ability to plan and deliver projects, not just execute technical tasks, • Experience supporting BAU environments alongside project delivery, • Familiarity with ITSM processes (incident, change, problem management), • Strong organisational and coordination skills, with attention to detail About the Role This position is ideal for someone who enjoys a balance of technical delivery, planning, and team collaboration. You’ll be instrumental in ensuring that remediation activities are effectively managed as structured deliverables, while also helping the wider team stay aligned and efficient. Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Phoebe Thompson via the VIQU IT website. Do you know someone great? We’ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply). For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on LinkedIn @VIQU IT Recruitment.

A leading international firm is looking to add a cyber-focused associate to its well-established insurance and reinsurance practice in London. This is a team acting across the market - not tied to a single insurer - which translates into broader exposure, more varied instructions and a more commercial, outward-facing role. The focus is firmly on cyber. You will be advising on live incident response, complex coverage questions and related disputes, often under time pressure and with significant client visibility. The work is high-profile and fast-moving, sitting at the intersection of technology, risk and legal analysis. Alongside the quality of work, the team offers a genuinely supportive and collaborative environment. Associates are given early responsibility, direct client access and a clear path to developing a recognised profile in this rapidly evolving space. The group is also investing in AI and technology in a meaningful way, both in terms of client delivery and internal capability. Candidates should have: • At least 2 years' PQE with a strong grounding in insurance, disputes or related areas;, • Demonstrable experience in cyber matters, whether incident response, coverage or related disputes;, • Strong technical and drafting skills, combined with sound commercial judgement;, • The confidence to engage directly with clients and handle fast-moving matters; and To find out more about this role and others we are handling, please get in touch with David Von Dadelszen in complete confidence. Please note that where a level of preferred experience or qualification is indicated, this is a guideline only and does not preclude applications from candidates with more or less experience.Jameson Legal acts as an employment business for temporary recruitment and as an employment agency for fixed term contract and permanent recruitment.

Data Protection Officer | 3 Month Contract | South London | 2-3 days on-site | Inside IR35 OverviewAn experienced Data Protection Officer (DPO) is required to lead and embed data protection compliance across a large, complex organisation. This role will take ownership of the data protection framework, ensuring alignment with UK data protection legislation and best practice, while safeguarding the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of personal data. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Strategy: • Develop, implement, and continuously refine a comprehensive data protection framework aligned to organisational objectives., • Lead ongoing data protection risk assessments and ensure appropriate mitigation measures are in place, including maintaining Records of Processing Activities (ROPA)., • Act as the organisation's subject matter expert on data protection, providing guidance across all business areas., • Ensure adherence to applicable legislation, including UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of data processing activities., • Conduct audits and compliance reviews, identifying and addressing gaps., • Oversee the handling of data subject rights requests, • Establish and maintain an effective data breach response framework., • Conduct DPIAs for high-risk processing activities., • Design and deliver organisation-wide data protection training programmes., • Promote a strong culture of data protection awareness and accountability., • Act as the designated Data Protection Officer with the relevant supervisory authority., • Serve as the primary point of contact for regulatory bodies., • Demonstrable experience (typically 4+ years) in a DPO or Deputy DPO capacity within a regulated environment., • Experience within large, complex organisations is highly desirable, particularly within the public sector or similarly governed environments, • Strong working knowledge of UK data protection legislation and associated regulatory frameworks., • Broad understanding of information governance, privacy obligations, and compliance standards., • Familiarity with technical and organisational security controls supporting data protection. Data Protection Officer | 3 Month Contract | South London | 2-3 days on-site | Inside IR35 Oscar Associates (UK) Limited is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. To understand more about what we do with your data please review our privacy policy in the privacy section of the Oscar website.

Join a well-established biotech company using large-scale genetic data and AI to predict disease risk and advance precision healthcare. We’re looking for a Threat Detection Engineer who thrives on innovation and technical ownership. This role is not a traditional SOC position, you’ll focus on building high-impact detection capabilities, shaping how security protects sensitive genomic and AI-driven data at scale. This role offers hybrid / remote working options, a salary range of £60,000 - £80,000 and benefits. Why This Role is Exciting • High autonomy: Lead projects from idea to deployment, • Innovation-driven: Develop cutting-edge detections beyond standard SIEM rules, • Collaborative: Work closely with internal teams and an outsourced SOC partner, • Design and develop threat-led detections using threat intelligence and threat-hunting outputs, • Create novel analytic techniques for incident detection, • Collaborate with an MSP SOC to maintain and tune the detection catalogue, • Build automated reporting dashboards using Microsoft Sentinel workbooks, • Support security initiatives including ISO 27001 activities and KQL-based tasks, • Ensure monitoring coverage across cloud platforms, SaaS apps, and internal systems Must-Have Skills & Experience: • Previously worked as a Threat Detection Engineer or in a similar role., • Strong proficiency in KQL and hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel, • Familiarity with Microsoft Defender tools (Endpoint & O365), • Exposure to Azure cloud logging and Kubernetes environments, • Knowledge of attacker TTPs and MITRE ATT&CK frameworks, • Experience with Python, Terraform, or CI/CD pipelines, • Familiarity with Microsoft Purview, Entra ID, DLP, or Insider Risk tools, • Understanding of ISO 27001, Agile ways of working, • Knowledge of statistics, data science, or AI/ML applied to cybersecurity, • Hybrid / remote working options, • Flexible benefits package, • Opportunity to innovate and make a real impact in threat detection, • Work in a small, fast-paced, highly collaborative team Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone, or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us. Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. Keywords: Cyber Threat Engineer, Detection & Response Engineer, SIEM Engineer, Security Detection Engineer,T hreat Hunting Engineer, Security Automation Engineer, SOC Engineer, Incident Response Engineer, Cloud Security Engineer, Network Security Engineer, Cybersecurity Analyst (Threat Focus), Threat Intelligence Analyst, Security Monitoring Engineer, Endpoint Security Engineer, Cyber Defense Engineer

IT Support Technician Our client, a multi-national organisation with its headquarters in west central London, is looking to recruit the services of an IT Support Technician. You will be responsible for day to day oversight and administration of our client’s infrastructure and the third party providers that deliver support for the physical and virtualised infrastructure. Responsible include: • Systems Administration – Deployment, installation and ongoing support of computer hardware and software., • Support - 1st / 2nd line support reference for employees in the corporate office and internationally., • Education - Participate in user IT education and awareness programs and initiatives., • Project Delivery – Support IT management in the delivery of new systems and projects to enhance the infrastructure. Contribute to the delivery of hotel projects internationally., • Incident Management – Participate as required in incident management and response, including communications., • Compliance – Adhere to standards and best practices. Required experience: • Previous experience in an IT Technical Support or similar role, preferably within a mid to enterprise size business, • Experience with administration of Microsoft cloud technologies, Active Directory Users and Computers, and Microsoft Office365, • knowledge of server and desktop hardware support and deployment, and of networking configuration and troubleshooting, • Understanding of LAN, WAN & Wireless networking technologies, • Administration of virtualised infrastructure a key advantage, • Any of the following industry certifications are an advantage: ITIL, MCSA/MCSE, CCNA or Computing related degree For more information, please apply with your CV in the first instance.

ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE LOCATED NEAR THE KENT AREA AND CAN TRAVEL INTO THE OFFICE 5 DAYS A WEEK We are looking for two hands-on Cyber Security Engineers to help protect our organisation from evolving cyber threats. This operational security role is ideal for someone who enjoys investigating incidents, working with a wide range of security technologies, and making a direct impact on cyber resilience. You will play a central role in our cyber defence operations, working daily with platforms including Microsoft Defender for O365, Entra ID, Intune, Rapid7 SIEM, and Sophos Antivirus. The role involves monitoring security events, investigating suspicious activity, responding to incidents, and continuously strengthening our security posture. You’ll join a supportive and collaborative environment with ongoing opportunities to develop your technical expertise and progress your career within cyber security. Key ResponsibilitiesSecurity Monitoring & Incident Response • Monitor alerts and telemetry across endpoints, identities, email, and cloud services using Rapid7 SIEM, Microsoft Defender, and Sophos Antivirus., • Investigate cyber security incidents including malware infections, phishing attacks, identity compromise, and unauthorised access attempts., • Conduct incident triage, root cause analysis, containment, remediation, and recovery activities., • Lead or support incident response activities in line with internal procedures and security standards., • Escalate major incidents appropriately and provide timely updates to stakeholders.Threat Detection & Prevention, • Identify emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and attack trends relevant to the organisation., • Tune and optimise security tooling to improve detection capability and reduce false positives., • Implement and maintain endpoint protection controls and security policies., • Support vulnerability management processes, including remediation planning and risk tracking.Security Operations & Continuous Improvement, • Maintain and enhance security monitoring rules, alerts, dashboards, and reporting., • Contribute to the development of incident response playbooks and operational runbooks., • Support security audits, compliance initiatives, and risk assessments., • Help drive continuous improvement in the organisation’s overall cyber security maturity.Collaboration & Communication, • Work closely with IT, infrastructure, and service desk teams to resolve security-related issues., • Produce clear and concise technical and non-technical incident reports., • Identify phishing trends and risky user behaviours, supporting security awareness activities., • Assist with security projects and the implementation of new technologies.Working Hours, • 40 hours per week, Monday to Friday., • Flexible start times between 7:30am and 9:30am., • Following a successful training period, hybrid working is available with up to one day per week working from home.Skills & Experience Required, • Experience in a Cyber Security Engineer, SOC Analyst, or similar security-focused role., • Hands-on experience with Microsoft Defender for Endpoint and/or Microsoft 365 Defender., • Experience using Rapid7 SIEM or a comparable SIEM platform for monitoring and investigations., • Experience managing or supporting Sophos Antivirus or similar endpoint protection solutions., • Strong understanding of cyber threats, attack vectors, and incident response methodologies., • Ability to analyse logs, alerts, and endpoint activity to determine impact, scope, and root cause., • Good understanding of Windows environments and core networking concepts., • Strong documentation, reporting, and communication skills., • Practical experience with security tools such as IDS/IPS, Metasploit, Nexpose, Nmap, Nessus, Wireshark, L0phtCrack, John the Ripper, or similar technologies., • Familiarity with security frameworks and standards including ISO 27001 and the NIST Cybersecurity Framework.