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Role: 3rd Line Directory Services Engineer Location : Basingstoke Clearance required: DV Level Shift Working (0700 - 1500 and 1100 - 1900 on a Rotating Pattern) We are looking for a 3rd Directory Services Engineer to join a small dynamic team of 2nd and 3rd Line engineers. Your role will involve carrying out planned activities via a Change Management Process, monitoring the system using Event Management tooling and responding to incidents via the Incident Process including triage of incidents and escalation via the Service Management Team. Examples of tasks: *Responding to escalations from 2nd Line Daily checks *Maintaining and supporting Active Directory and providing timely updates to the Operations Lead. *Carrying out a readiness assessment for new releases entering service from the Engineering Team *Producing and maintaining documentation such as (Work Instructions and Patching Schedules). Mandatory Skills (Candidate must have all): *Problem-solver with the ability to think creatively *Deep understanding of Active Directory Domain Services *Deep understanding of Windows Server 2019 and later *Deep understanding of Domain Name System (DNS) *Group policy creation and assignment *Understanding of System Center Operations Manager and Configuration Manager (SCOM and SCCM) *Experience working in a multi-tenant environment *Knowledge of PowerShell scripting *Ability to work on projects and understanding of project management terminology *Ability to work independently as well as within a team and to collaborate with various teams like Engineering and Architecture *Ability to embrace change and adjust priorities or processes and approach as needed *Highly self-motivated, directed, and can work independently without supervision in a high-pressure environment Your transferable skills and experience: *ITSM Tooling & Processes *VMware vCenter - Use of, not Administration *Ability to embrace change and adjust priorities or processes and approach as needed *Knowledge of ITIL processes *Knowledge of Agile methodologies Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

ServiceNow Product Manager 6 Month contract initially Based: 2 days Onsite in London/Coventry P/W Rate: £500 - £550 p/d - (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a ServiceNow Product Manager to join the team. As a Product Manager for ServiceNow, you will be responsible for driving the strategic delivery and governance of the ServiceNow platform across the enterprise. Supporting the Product Owner, you will work cross-functionally with Engineering, InfoSec, and Service Support teams to ensure seamless integration, stakeholder alignment, and value realization from platform capabilities. Key Responsibilities: * Platform Governance - Define and maintain governance frameworks for ServiceNow, including CSDM implementation and RACI matrices. - Ensure compliance with enterprise architecture and security standards. * Integration Delivery - Lead integration initiatives such as SAP GRC Access Control with ServiceNow under the CCT Programme as well as Cloud Discovery. - Collaborate with technical teams to deliver scalable and secure platform integrations. * Stakeholder Engagement - Act as the primary liaison between product, engineering, and service support teams. - Facilitate workshops and stand-ups including the ServiceNow Leadership Stand-Up. * Strategic Tooling Initiatives - Contribute to AI productivity tooling showcases. - Represent the Tech Tooling team in quarterly showcases and innovation forums. * Operational Excellence - Monitor and improve ITSM & ServiceNow tooling performance. - Maintain documentation and reporting for platform enhancements and stakeholder communications. Key Skills & Experience: - Proven experience in product management within enterprise technology environments. - Strong understanding of ServiceNow platform capabilities and governance models. - Experience with integration delivery particularly ITSM tools. - Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills. - Familiarity with AI and automation tooling is a plus. This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Exciting Opportunity: Cyber Security Consultant in Bristol Our client, a leading consultancy in Bristol, is seeking a skilled Cyber Security Consultant to strengthen their team and work on client and internal projects. Key Skills and Experience: 7+ years in Cyber Security roles Defence Experience: A solid background in working on defence-related projects. Risk Assessment and Architecture: Proven experience in creating risk assessment and architecture documentation. Penetration Testing Processes: A comprehensive understanding of pen testing procedures, including reporting, triaging, and devising remediation plans. MOD Knowledge: Familiarity with Ministry of Defence (MOD) protocols and requirements. NCSC Guidance: Expertise in applying NCSC (National Cyber Security Centre) guidance effectively. Desirable Skills Security Architecture Expertise: Experience in designing and implementing security architectures is highly valued. Role: Up to £75,000 per annum 25 days holidays 2-3 days per week in office or client site Travel compensated for client visits Bonus scheme Eligibility Applicants must be British citizens with no second citizenship to qualify for this position! To find out more about Computer Futures please visit Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Java Developer Knutsford with Hybrid working £330 inside IR35 per day Required Skills and Experience: - Strong proficiency in Core Java programming with at least 5+ years of hands-on development experience - Extensive experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security) - Solid understanding of ORM frameworks, particularly Hibernate - Experience working with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, etc.) - Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools, specifically GitLab CI - Demonstrated experience in production support environments, including L3 support and troubleshooting production issues - Ability to analyze and resolve complex technical problems in live environments - Experience with version control systems (Git) ## Highly Valued Additional Skills: - Experience with AI-powered coding tools such as GitLab Duo, GitHub Copilot, or similar AI coding assistants - Knowledge of microservices architecture and RESTful API design - Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) - Understanding of agile development methodologies - Experience with test-driven development and automated testing frameworks ## Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications using Spring and Hibernate - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features - Optimize application performance and scalability - Troubleshoot and resolve production issues as part of L3 support rotation - Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical documentation - Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab - Ensure code quality, reliability, and security through best practices ## Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience) - Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail - Excellent communication and teamwork abilities LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

**2 DAYS ONSITE IN MANCHESTER** Role Description: 1. Must have hands on experience as Database Administration specifically with MongoDB, PostgreSQL / Oracle. 2. Working with database software to find ways to store, organize and manage data. 3. Expert knowledge of RDBMS and NoSQL data stores and working with a variety of structures including JSON and XML. 4. Experience of software development with distributed data processing technologies including Oracle, MongoDB, PostgreSQL. 5. Experience in keeping databases up to date, troubleshooting, helping with database design & development, and managing database access. 6. Experience in designing maintenance procedures and putting them into operation. 7. Liaising with programmers, applications/operational staff, IT project managers and other technical staff. 8. Managing database security/integrity and backup procedures, implementing security measures. Secondary Skills 1. Writing reports, documentation, and operating manuals 2. Testing and modifying databases to ensure that they operate reliably 3. Writing disaster recovery plans and archiving/housekeeping data. 4. Knowledge of Cloud platforms, serverless architecture preferable 5. Good understanding of software patterns and when/how to apply them 6. Knowledge of Kafka will be advantageous 7. Experience of working in an Agile/DevOps software development environment 8. Have ability to help with mentoring tasks. 9. Have experience in working on Support activities. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Dynamics D365 Developer - Outside IR35 A number of D365 Developers are required You will have extensive experience to customise and development of D365 CE/CRM capabilities. The ideal candidate will design, develop, and implement solutions within the Dynamics 365 ecosystem while integrating with Azure services and other third-party applications. Skills: - D365 CE / CRM - .Net, C#, Javascript, TypeScript - Experience developing PCF components and plugins. - Integrating Azure Functions, Service Bus, and other Azure resources. - Experience in RESTful API development and integration with third-party services. - Familiarity with Power Automate, Logic Apps, and Dataverse Web API. The role is for 6 months initially and based from home with ad hoc travel to London every 3 months. It is outside IR35. To be considered please send your CV over. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Our client is looking for a VMware Engineer to join their team on a six month initial contract, working hybrid out of their site in London. This role requires a candidate with an active DV clearance and has the opportunity to go through a NPPV3 clearance. This role is working via Umbrella. They are seeking a highly skilled and experienced VMware Engineer to design, deploy, a new ESX Virtualised Platform including management tooling, manage multiple virtual machines (VMs) in a dynamic secure environment. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in VMware technologies and a strong understanding of virtualization, networking, and storage integration. Design and implement VMware-based infrastructure to support the business requirement including multiple VMs across various environments. Build, configure, and maintain virtual machines using vSphere, ESXi, and vCenter. Ensure high availability, scalability, and disaster recovery capabilities. Monitor system health and troubleshoot issues related to virtualization. Collaborate with network, storage, and security teams to ensure seamless integration. Maintain documentation for configurations, procedures, and policies. Stay current with VMware updates, patches, and best practices Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

A Java API Developer is required initially until 31/12 2025 which will be extended. This is a hybrid role requiring 2 to 3 days per week on site in Knutsford and is inside IR35 so will require working via an FCSA accredited umbrella company. Required Skills and Experience: - Strong proficiency in Core Java programming with at least 5+ years of hands-on development experience - Extensive experience with Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring MVC, Spring Security) - Solid understanding of ORM frameworks, particularly Hibernate - Experience working with relational databases (MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle, etc.) - Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tools, specifically GitLab CI - Demonstrated experience in production support environments, including L3 support and troubleshooting production issues - Ability to analyse and resolve complex technical problems in live environments - Experience with version control systems (Git) Highly Valued Additional Skills: - Experience with AI-powered coding tools such as GitLab Duo, GitHub Copilot, or similar AI coding assistants - Knowledge of microservices architecture and RESTful API design - Experience with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) - Understanding of agile development methodologies - Experience with test-driven development and automated testing frameworks Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain Java-based applications using Spring and Hibernate - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define, design, and ship new features - Optimize application performance and scalability - Troubleshoot and resolve production issues as part of L3 support rotation - Participate in code reviews and contribute to technical documentation - Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using GitLab - Ensure code quality, reliability, and security through best practices Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent practical experience) - Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail - Excellent communication and teamwork abilities LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Job Title: Senior IT Systems Administrator Location: Rochester, Kent Salary: £55,000 What you'll be doing: Identifying and correcting performance issues, reviewing systems and error logs, storage management, backups, job monitoring, optimization efforts, data integrity analysis and resolving database contention issues Managing Oracle Cloud and legacy Oracle ERP 11i environments Oracle and SQL database administration to ensure databases are tuned to perform efficiently, plus reviewing established monitoring process to look for improvements Ensure systems and environment are patched to the latest vendor patch levels Cloning of systems between environments and environment Auditing Backup management, including how would we respond in Disaster Recovery situation Performing release reviews and releases into Production environments Working as part of a Project team to deliver DBA and System Administration activities required for new applications and upgrades to existing applications, infrastructure and databases Your skills and experiences: Essential: SQL Server Administration and Support with experience of Oracle Database Administration and Support Oracle EBS or managing Oracle cloud environments Experience with third party backup and monitoring tools Oracle or SQL Server clustering, replication and log shipping an advantage Knowledge of indexes, index management, partitioning and statistics Desirable: Experience or knowledge of Siemens Teamcenter PLM, SharePoint T-SQL, SQL, SSIS, PowerBI, Oracle RDBMS 11i, 12c Red Hat Linux skills Experience using Atlassian products Jira, Jira Service Management, Confluence & BitBucket Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The IT Systems Administration team: The role is responsible for ensuring the monitoring, maintenance and management of databases, application services and servers key to the business operation. As part of the System Administration team, you will get the opportunity to ensure maintenance and release activities are performed in line with our procedural mandates, as well as looking for ways to improve executions. This role will involve an element of being on-call to support. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 12th December 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-Onsite #LI-SH1

Icon Payments Developer 12 + Month contract Location: Hybrid. 2-3 days onsite in Knutsford Rate: £400 - £450 p/d (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for an Icon Payments Developer to join the team. We are looking for a highly skilled Icon Payment Framework (IPF) Developer with strong Java expertise to join our Payments Technology team. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining payment processing solutions using the IPF platform, ensuring high performance, scalability, and compliance with regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities: * Solution Development: * Design and develop payment processing solutions using Icon Payment Framework (IPF) and Java. * Customize and extend IPF modules to meet business and regulatory requirements. * Integrate Icon with upstream/downstream systems (e.g., core banking, fraud, AML, SWIFT, SEPA, FPS). * Technical Delivery: * Participate in the full software development lifecycle - from requirements gathering to deployment and support. * Write clean, maintainable, and well-documented code following best practices and coding standards. * Conduct unit testing, integration testing, and support UAT and production deployments. * Collaboration & Support: * Work closely with Business Analysts, Solution Architects, QA, and DevOps teams to deliver high-quality solutions. * Provide L3 support for production issues related to Icon and payment processing. * Participate in code reviews, design discussions, and technical workshops. * Compliance & Governance: * Ensure solutions comply with internal security, risk, and regulatory frameworks (e.g., PSD2, ISO 20022). * Maintain technical documentation and contribute to knowledge sharing across teams. Key Skills & Experience: * Ideally 5+ years of experience in Java development within financial services. * Ideally 2+ years of hands-on experience with Icon Payment Framework (IPF). * Strong understanding of payment processing systems, messaging standards (SWIFT, ISO 20022, SEPA, CHAPS, FPS), and clearing/settlement flows. * Experience with Spring Boot, REST APIs, JMS, and SQL/Oracle. * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines, Git, JIRA, and Agile methodologies. * Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Preferred Qualifications: * Exposure to cloud-native development (AWS, Azure) and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes). * Knowledge of DevOps practices and automated testing frameworks. * Financial services background, particularly in transaction banking or corporate payments. This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

We are looking for a highly skilled Azure DevOps Engineer with hands-on experience supporting Microsoft Dynamics 365 (CRM) environments. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CI/CD pipeline design. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Our client is looking for a Server Engineer to join their team on a six month initial contract, working three days a week onsite in Crewe and two days working remotely. This role would be working via umbrella. Role Description: * Use of Hyper-V with client's standard build processes * Good experience and understanding of Windows Clustering * Good experience in configuring Network Load Balancers * Knowledge if CIS hardening implemented using GPO * Knowledge Active Directory and Certificate Authority * Collaborate with network, security, and application teams to ensure seamless operations * Automate server provisioning and configuration using tools like PowerShell, Ansible, or Terraform * Implement and maintain backup and disaster recovery solutions including BMR * Monitor server performance and availability using tools like Nagios, SolarWinds, or equivalent client tool * Maintain documentation for systems architecture, processes, and procedures * Storage Knowledge advantageous * Status reporting to senior stakeholders LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Our client is looking for a Desktop Support Engineer to join their team on a six month initial contract, working full time onsite in Leiston. This role would be working via an umbrella company and require a candidate with active SC clearance. * Troubleshooting and resolving issues relating to networks, applications, software, hardware, VPN's, Printers and mobile phones. * Managing incident queues * Handling calls with Customers, VIP user management * Vendor management * Responding in a timely fashion to reactive or proactive incidents * Recording and documenting incident tickets * Monitoring Phones, emails, Microsoft Team chat for any incoming incidents * Management of Win-10 devices (MMD - Microsoft Managed Devices) * Technical troubleshooting, issues identification and resolution of various services running in WIN-10 operating system. * Antivirus Management (Defender/McAfee) * Device movement from one desk to another as per requirement/project requirement. * Unpacking and Repackaging of Laptop/Desktop Delivery and putting shipping label for delivery at users desk/home/another office as part of device handover/collection * Help creating any technical project documentation, reporting and manuals * Building & deploying workstations (Laptops/Desktops) with the standard approved image * Providing Tech-Bar support for users queries/technical resolution. * Hardware Asset and CDM Management * IT Desk Moves, patching, training/meeting room setup, loan laptop management & setup. * Managing the IT kit retirement and moving the device to disposal area. * Printers - providing primary support including replacing consumables. * Active Directory group management, account unlocks and password resets Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Our client is looking for a Cutover Support Analyst to join their team on a initial contract until end of April next year with good scope for extensions. This role would be working 2-3 days a week onsite in Knutsford and working via an umbrella company. Role Description: Business Analysis & Process Mapping: Collect and document requirements from HR, IT, and business stakeholders. Analyze existing HR processes and identify gaps for integration. Prepare process flows, SOPs, and harmonization plans. Coordination & Stakeholder Engagement: Act as the central point of contact for HR rollout and merger activities. Coordinate across multiple teams and organizations to ensure alignment. Schedule and facilitate workshops, meetings, and status updates. Cutover Planning & Execution: Support the development of cutover plans for HR systems and processes. Coordinate activities leading up to go-live, including data migration, validation, and readiness checks. Ensure smooth transition with minimal disruption to business operations. Onboarding & Transition Support: Assist in designing onboarding plans for employees from merged organizations. Support communication and training initiatives for smooth adoption. Reporting & Documentation: Maintain project trackers, dashboards, and status reports. Document decisions, risks, and action items for leadership visibility. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

**Inside IR35** **Hybrid 3 days on site in Sheffield** We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead a critical Infrastructure Migration Project focused on implementing OpenShift across multi-cloud, hybrid, or on-prem environments. The Project Manager will manage the full project lifecycle, coordinate technical teams, and ensure delivery within scope, budget, and timeline, while aligning with the bank's governance and regulatory standards. Key Responsibilities: Project Delivery: * Deliver infrastructure projects from initiation to implementation, ensuring compliance with financial services standards. * Develop and maintain detailed project plans, budgets, and risk registers. * Coordinate technical teams to produce clear, achievable designs and recovery documentation. * Ensure production of high-quality documentation, including recovery runbooks and architectural designs. Stakeholder & Governance: * Act as the primary point of contact for all project stakeholders. * Liaise with business stakeholders to capture requirements and provide guidance on best practices. * Ensure adherence to the bank governance, regulatory requirements, and technical standards. Team Coordination: * Oversee and coordinate activities of specialized roles: o Product Owner: Define and prioritize requirements for OpenShift implementation. o OpenShift Architect / SME: Define roadmap and provide technical guidance. o OpenShift Sr Engineer: Design cluster architecture (multi-cloud, hybrid, or on-prem). o Infrastructure Engineer: Set up underlying infrastructure (VMs, storage, networking). o OpenShift Administrator: Install, configure, manage clusters; perform upgrades and scaling. o DevOps Engineer: Automate CI/CD pipelines for application deployment. o API Integration Engineer: Automate API integrations for applications. o Automation Engineer: Automate tasks like provisioning, scaling, and patching. o Automation / PSD Support: Provide automation and platform support. o ITSO: Ensure compliance with IT security and operational standards. Budget & Vendor Management: * Manage third-party vendors and ensure timely delivery of services. * Track project costs and ensure adherence to budget. Risk & Issue Management: * Drive risk management, issue resolution, and dependency tracking across the portfolio. Essential Experience & Skills: * Demonstrated experience in infrastructure project delivery within financial services. * Strong understanding of systems architecture, operational processes, and OpenShift (must have). * Prior the bank experience (good to have). * Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills. * Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Senior Network Design Engineer Our purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As a Network Design Engineer, you will contribute to this by working collaboratively in service and project teams, and designing and implementing medium/large network solutions and changes to enable cost-effective services for our customer. We are looking for a Senior Network Designer Engineer to work on delivery opportunities. Your role will involve understanding the business and technical requirements and you will be responsible for the producing the relevant design collateral (including passing any governance reviews), providing hands on configuration and implementation support, troubleshooting technical issues, ensuring effective handover to service and supporting the project team in its milestone deliverables. Key Skills and Experience *Strong technical networking knowledge with industry-recognized certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA/CCNP, Juniper JNCIS-ENT). *Experience with routing protocols, virtual routing instances, VPNs, and security zones. *Experience with network security products including Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS). *Proficiency in F5, Cisco Secure Firewall, and Gigamon technology. *Demonstrable design experience with global network vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper). *Network device configuration, troubleshooting, and defect resolution skills. *Understanding of project life cycle from requirements gathering to operational acceptance. *Proven experience in network troubleshooting across multiple vendors and technology areas. *Excellent communication skills and ability to work with multiple stakeholders. *Experience of performance testing of cyber monitoring tools (sizing, capacity management and planning, performance troubleshooting). Responsibilities: *Design and Deploy Functional Networks: Design and deploy networks (LAN, WAN) to meet the organization and customer needs. *Troubleshoot Network Issues: Diagnose and troubleshoot network issues, including those escalated by lower tiers of support. *Implement Network Security Measures: Design and implement network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware from threats and unauthorized access. *Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with executive team members, decision-makers, and stakeholders to define business requirements and systems goals, and to identify and resolve business systems issues. *Create and Maintain Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented networks, including network diagrams, configuration details, and operational procedures. *Mentor Team Members: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior network engineers and other team members, helping them to develop their skills and knowledge. *Automate Network Tasks: Develop and implement automation scripts to streamline network management tasks and improve efficiency. *Plan for Service Outages: Plan for and respond to service outages and other network-related problems, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations. *Support Network Upgrades: Perform network maintenance and system upgrades, including service packs, patches, hot fixes, and security configurations. *Evaluate New Technologies: Stay up-to-date with the latest networking technologies and evaluate their potential benefits for the organization and our customers. Desired skills, experience, qualifications: *2+ years of experience with networking layer 2 and layer 3. *Good understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, VLANs). *Proficiency in network design and implementation tools (e.g., Visio, Cisco Packet Tracer). *Experience with network management and monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios). *Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. *Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. *Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. *Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or JNCIA. Additional Considerations *Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as VMware / KVM / RHEV /Xen / ProxMox / CXP-NG is beneficial. *A strong understanding of data centre networking and technologies is advantageous. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.