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IT Applications and Infrastructure Support Analyst Our Client a bank based in Central London is looking to recruit a seasoned professional with at least 5 to 10 years hands-on expertise at 2 and 3 level support. 1st and 2nd Line Troubleshooting / Root-Cause Analysis, Documentation write ups for Knowledge Base Articles Be an integral part of the Support team in supporting and delivering all aspect of services and full range of client support including, but not limited to: Workstation Imaging, Hardware Configurations, Deployment of Software and Hardware, AD Management, Asset Management, Ticket Queuing Management (Alloy Navigator) and general overall efficiency to deliver the best service we can to our Users. Be the face and central point of all incoming IT queries and issues, with following ITIL best practice to ensure we always deliver high-standards of operations Liaise with colleagues in London and external support / 3rd party to deliver resolutions for complex matters as we’re in the process of many IT migration projects from legacy to new as well as life cycling projects Ensure all key data for IT is up-to-date, relevant and maintenance to high-level, to comply with the Bank’s auditing principals and processes. Ensure the Support Team achieve SLA targets the business outlines and be part of a proficient and proactive Support Unit Regulatory Duties: Maintain knowledge of all applicable regulatory requirements including the Bank’s Risk and Compliance policies and procedures and adhere to these to avoid exposing the Bank to undue risk. Report policy / procedure breaches and areas of potential non-compliance and suspicions promptly upon identification in accordance with the Bank’s Risk and Compliance policies. Accurately execute all controls within own area to minimise risk of policy, procedure and / or regulatory breaches. Identify new risks / control gaps within own area and escalate accordingly to your Line Manager and / or regulatory exercises. Training under a Senior IT Engineer / Head of Infrastructure in the Team during Probation period As part of the probation period, assignment of small side IT desk projects to support and deliver IT Projects Complete all annual mandatory regulatory refresher training as per the Bank’s training plans and deadlines. Proactively seek to complete recommended technical and behavioural competencies training required for your role. Technical Experience Required: Exposure to Market Data, Bloomberg, Trader Support Microsoft Windows (all versions) experience to a high level (troubleshoot and effectively resolve issues by research/using knowledge bases in a confident way). Active Directory to a medium-high level - security groups, administration/deployment, LDAP, ADSI. Citrix XenApps – Administration, Maintenance and Support of existing Citrix XenApps server farm Windows Server Environment 2012/2016 - design, deployment, maintenance and support. VM-Ware virtualisation environments. Backups (various and ability to use different applications). Networking - design/troubleshoot/installation (VLAN, routing, switching, TCP/IP and OSI) Router maintenance - wireless configuration, installation and setups. PowerShell to a competent level (backup/azure/EMC). VPN Administration and Deployment. DNS – administration of DNS internal and external. Salary will be in the range £50K - £65K. The position is hybrid with 3 days in the office in Central London. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Role Title: Project Manager Location: Knutsford Duration: 30/04/2026 Work setup: 2-3 days onsite/week Rate inside IR35 £358 per day MUST BE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: Project Manager with deep experience in Agile methodologies and Change Management to lead strategic initiatives within the Banking and Financial Services domain. The role involves managing complex projects across digital banking, regulatory compliance, and operational transformation, ensuring successful delivery and stakeholder alignment in a fast-paced, regulated environment. Key Responsibilities: Lead end-to-end delivery of projects across retail banking, corporate banking, payments, or risk & compliance domains. Apply Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban, SAFe) to drive iterative delivery and continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Product Owners, Business Analysts, Developers, and QA. Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation. Drive stakeholder engagement across business units, technology teams, and external vendors. Develop and execute change management strategies to support adoption of new systems, processes, or regulatory changes. Ensure compliance with banking regulations (e.g., RBI, SEBI, Basel III) and internal governance standards. Facilitate Agile ceremonies, retrospectives, and workshops to build agile maturity. Track and report project performance using dashboards and KPIs aligned with business outcomes. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, IT, or related field (MBA or PMP preferred). 5+ years of project management experience in the banking or financial services industry. Strong experience in Agile delivery and enterprise-level change management. Certifications such as PMI-ACP, CSM, SAFe Agilist, or Prosci Change Practitioner. Familiarity with banking systems (e.g., core banking, loan origination, digital channels). Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills. Proficiency in tools like Jira, Confluence, MS Project, and Power BI. Preferred Skills: Experience in digital transformation, fintech integration, or regulatory change programs. Understanding of financial products and services (e.g., credit, payments, wealth management). Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies. Ability to manage vendor relationships and third-party integrations. Please send latest CV 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.

SQL Server Database Engineer with SSIS Our Client is bank based in Central London – who are looking to recruit Database Engineer with at least 5 to 7 years sold expertise of working SQL Server SSIS and SSRS. Responsible for the development and delivery of pipelines (collect, validate and prepare high quality data) to automate and streamline processes required by different departments. Support existing SSIS ETLs (overnight and intraday), proactively fine-tune and enhance existing codes to increase robustness and error monitoring. Support the internal IT department with changes and upgrades to software platforms. Convert legacy Hyperion reports to SSRS. Software Development: Analysis of issues pertaining to problems or errors raised by in-house systems, i.e. CORE, SharePoint interface, Equation end of day cycle. Understanding business requirements in order to develop and deliver appropriate solutions based on system definition documents. Proficiency in advanced 4GL programming languages and able to apply to the fully development life-cycle. Database Support To build data pipelines within the SQL environment in SSIS packages, where required, introduce new field and data types for new information to be collated in the CORE environment. To build tabular models (SSAS) for different business units. To build reports based on business requirements using SQL SSRS. To integrate with all the Bank’s sub-systems using data abstraction and connectivity layers, i.e. ODBC, ADO.net. Ensure that the environment is running optimally and with high standard house-keeping procedures. Sharepoint Integration: To integrate the SharePoint environment and Forms with Equation system to introduce automation of processes thereby eliminating the need for duplicate entry. To utilise web services to integrate from cutting edge technology into legacy systems such as Equation. End of Day Cycle: To provide second and third level support for in-house programmes during the end of day cycle. To be able to analyse and rectify any problems raised in an independent and team scenario. To take ownership of a problem and deliver a solution in a timely manner. Provide out of office hours support. Risk & Regulatory Duties Maintain knowledge of all applicable regulatory requirements including the Bank’s Risk and Compliance policies and procedures and adhere to these to avoid exposing the Bank to undue risk. Report policy/procedure breaches and areas of potential non-compliance and suspicions promptly upon identification in accordance with the Bank's Risk and Compliance policies. Accurately execute all controls within own area to minimise risk of policy, procedure, and/or regulatory breaches. Identify new risks/control gaps within own area and escalate accordingly to your Line Manager and/or Head of Department. Training & Competence Complete all annual mandatory regulatory refresher training as per the Bank's training plans and deadlines. Proactively seek to complete recommended technical and behavioural competencies training required for your role. Act in accordance with the FCA/PRA Code of Conduct. Fulfil all prescribed business continuity requirements as set out in the organisational or departmental specific plans or as instructed by the Line Manager/Head of Department. Qualifications/Experience Degree level qualified or equivalent. MS SQL stack (SSIS, SSAS, SSRS) to high level of proficiency - Essential C# Programming / JavaScript programming - Desirable Knowledge and Skills Software analysis and design good practice Dimensional modelling, Entity Relationship modelling, Normalised modelling. Data warehouse design concepts, (Inmon, Kimball) The position is based in Central and you will be required to be in the office for 3 days a week. Please note the Client does NOT provide sponsorship. The salary for this position is in the range £65K – £75K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Exciting Opportunity: Senior Project Manager (Water Sector) Join our client's dynamic team as a Senior Project Manager and play a pivotal role in delivering impactful projects within the water sector. This is an exceptional opportunity to oversee site operations, lead high-performing teams, and contribute to projects that make a tangible difference. Based in Totton, this is a rewarding contract role for an experienced professional eager to take on responsibility and make their mark. Key Skills and Responsibilities Leadership and Team Development: Lead, mentor, and train site teams to achieve exceptional performance and effective project delivery. Project Oversight: Develop accurate project programmes, cost forecasts, and working methods while mitigating risks to maintain progress seamlessly. Stakeholder Engagement: Foster strong collaboration with internal teams, clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and regulatory authorities. Commercial Awareness: Review contractual agreements and actively manage the commercial position of projects, ensuring alignment with the budget and schedule. Safety and Compliance: Oversee site safety, quality, and environmental standards, with a strong focus on ensuring regulatory compliance and adherence to ITPs, RAMS, and safe systems of work. Technical Expertise: Demonstrate extensive knowledge of construction techniques, engineering principles, and construction contract law. What We're Looking For A degree or HND in Civil Engineering or a closely related field. Proven experience and success in project management within the construction or water sector. A valid CSCS card and formal training in Health, Safety, and Environmental management. Technical acumen, with the ability to address inconsistencies and manage risks decisively. Take the next leap in your career and contribute to high-quality project delivery. Apply today to join our client's dedicated and innovative team! Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit Progressive Recruitment, 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

Project Manager with Digital Banking Operations and Artificial Intelligence AI We are seeking a Project Manager with Digital Banking Operations and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Projects experience to join our Client a bank based in Central London. This is a full-time role located in London, with flexibility for some remote work. As an AI project manager, you be responsible for overseeing and managing the implementation of AI projects within our digital banking operations. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project goals, develop project plans, allocate resources, track progress, and ensure timely and successful delivery of projects. Experience and Qualifications Previous experience in project management, preferably within the banking or financial services industry Strong understanding of digital banking operations and Artificial Intelligence AI technologies Proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities Knowledge of agile project management methodologies Experience with data analysis and reporting Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work well under pressure Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus Bachelor's degree in a relevant field Areas to Consider 1. Customer Service Enhancement Chatbots and Virtual Assistants : Deploy AI-driven chatbots to handle routine inquiries, provide 24/7 support, and reduce wait times. Sentiment Analysis : Use AI to analyze customer feedback and sentiment from various channels to improve services. 2. Fraud Detection and Prevention Real-Time Monitoring : Implement AI algorithms to detect and flag unusual transactions in real-time. Predictive Analytics : Use machine learning models to predict potential fraud based on historical data and behavioural patterns. 3. Loan Processing Automation Credit Scoring : AI can evaluate creditworthiness more accurately by analyzing a wider range of data points. Document Verification : Automate the verification of documents submitted for loan applications, speeding up the approval process. 4. Personalized Banking Services Customer Insights : Leverage AI to gain insights into customer behaviour and preferences, allowing for personalized product recommendations. Marketing Campaigns : Use AI to target customers with tailored marketing campaigns based on their transaction history and preferences. 5. Risk Management Risk Assessment : AI can analyze market trends and economic indicators to provide early warnings about potential risks. Compliance Monitoring : Automate compliance checks and monitoring to ensure adherence to regulations and reduce the risk of non-compliance penalties. 6. Operational Efficiency Process Automation : Use robotic process automation (RPA) to handle repetitive tasks such as data entry, account reconciliation, and report generation. Workflow Optimization : AI can optimize workflows by identifying bottlenecks and suggesting improvements. Implementation Strategy Assessment : Evaluate the current state of digital banking operations and identify areas where AI can add value. Pilot Projects : Start with pilot projects to test AI applications in a controlled environment. Scalability : Ensure that AI solutions are scalable and can handle increasing volumes of data and transactions. Employee Training : Train staff on AI tools and their applications to ensure seamless integration. Continuous Improvement : Regularly update AI models and algorithms based on new data and evolving business needs. Challenges and Considerations Data Quality : Ensure high-quality data for accurate AI predictions and analysis. Regulatory Compliance : Stay compliant with financial regulations while implementing AI solutions. Customer Trust : Maintain transparency in AI-driven decisions to build and maintain customer trust. Integration : Seamlessly integrate AI with existing banking systems and processes. The main emphasis of this position to is harness the data from a variety of data tables at the bank and collate a Data Lake from which to extract a variety of AI reports to increase the banks customer strategy. By strategically implementing AI in these areas, a Digital Banking Operations Manager can greatly improve the efficiency, security, and customer satisfaction in digital banking operations. The position will be hybrid 3 days a week in the office. The salary is negotiable depending on experience but probably in the range £80K - £120K plus benefits. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Key Responsibilities Fulfil the Principal Designer role in line with CDM Regulations. Plan, manage, and coordinate health and safety during pre‑construction. Identify and manage design‑related risks through effective risk management. Chair HAZID reviews and ensure mitigation actions are implemented. Coordinate with the Principal Contractor to maintain CDM compliance during construction. Ensure designers meet their CDM duties and collaborate with the project team. Advise on client CDM responsibilities. Engage with contractors and stakeholders to promote safe design and delivery. Maintain compliance records and documentation. Develop internal CDM procedures, tools, and templates. Provide safety‑in‑design guidance and training. Operate as a billable resource and support continuous improvement in safety and compliance. RequirementsQualifications & Experience Relevant degree or equivalent experience. Health & Safety qualification (e.g. NEBOSH or equivalent). Strong knowledge of CDM Regulations 2015. Experience acting as Principal Designer or in a similar CDM role. Background in design risk management and construction safety. Experience working within multi‑disciplinary teams. Skills & Competencies Strong knowledge of UK health and safety legislation. Effective communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently. Commercial awareness and experience delivering billable services. Proactive, detail‑focused, and solution‑oriented approach. Ability to promote a positive safety culture. Desirable Chartered membership of a relevant professional body. Experience delivering health and safety training or mentoring. Experience in a client‑facing consultancy environment. Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Progressive please visit Progressive Recruitment, 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

Job Title: Security Architect Job Summary The Security Architect is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining secure enterprise architectures that protect organizational systems, data, and digital assets. This role defines security standards, patterns, and controls across infrastructure, applications, cloud platforms, and networks, ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices. The Security Architect works closely with IT, engineering, risk, and compliance teams to embed security-by-design into all technology initiatives. Key Responsibilities Security Architecture & Design Define and maintain enterprise security architecture frameworks, principles, and standards Design secure solutions for applications, infrastructure, cloud, and network environments Develop security reference architectures and reusable design patterns Ensure security is embedded throughout the system development lifecycle (SDLC) Risk Management & Governance Perform threat modeling, risk assessments, and security architecture reviews Identify security gaps and recommend mitigation strategies Ensure alignment with regulatory, compliance, and governance requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2) Support audits and security assurance activities Cloud & Infrastructure Security Design secure cloud architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP) Define identity and access management (IAM) strategies Establish network segmentation, encryption, and key management practices Support zero trust and defense-in-depth architectures Application & Data Security Define application security standards (authentication, authorization, secure APIs) Guide secure software development and DevSecOps practices Design data protection controls, including encryption, tokenization, and DLP Support vulnerability management and secure configuration standards Collaboration & Advisory Act as a trusted security advisor to engineering, architecture, and business teams Review solution designs and provide security recommendations Communicate security risks and decisions to technical and non-technical stakeholders Mentor engineers and architects on secure design principles Required Skills & Experience Technical Skills Strong knowledge of security architecture frameworks and methodologies Expertise in network, application, cloud, and infrastructure security Solid understanding of IAM, PKI, encryption, and key management Experience with security tools (SIEM, IAM, EDR, WAF, CSPM, vulnerability scanners) Knowledge of secure SDLC and DevSecOps practices Professional Experience 5+ years of experience in information security or IT architecture (adjustable by seniority) Proven experience designing security architectures in complex environments Experience working with cross-functional technical teams 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.

IT Infrastructure Operation s and Security Lead This role requires excellent management of a small team in IT along with managing stakeholders and vendors. You must be hands-on technically in IT Infrastructure. The IT Operational Platform and Security Lead is responsible for overseeing the organisation’s IT operations, ensuring the stability, continuity, security, and efficiency of its technology platforms within a global commercial insurance environment. While Microsoft technologies (Microsoft 365, Azure, Exchange Online) form a core part of the infrastructure, the role also encompasses broader enterprise IT systems, multi layered networking, security, data management, and third-party platforms that support global business operations and the associated applications estate. Security, Compliance & Risk Management Define and enforce cloud security policies, identity management, and access controls to protect systems, networks, and data. Oversee the adoption of zero-trust security principles to enhance protection across cloud platforms. Manage identity and access management (IAM) in a cloud-first environment, including Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, SSO, and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Lead threat monitoring, detection, and response using cloud-native security solutions such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and SIEM platforms. Ensure compliance with cloud security frameworks and regulatory requirements (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, SOC2, FCA). Conduct regular security risk assessments, penetration tests, and vulnerability management across cloud services. Oversee endpoint security, cloud network and API security for robust protection across all assets Define, manage and maintain accurate DR and BCP plans for the infrastructure area with biannual tests. Technical Experience Microsoft Azure Infrastructure design and administration, including topology, Azure networking, services, and component knowledge, Microsoft AD (Entra), Server and SQL experience, O365 administration and design Global Software Patching and estate management via Intune Firewall (Azure, CheckPoint and Cloudflare), DNS, VPN, WIFI and Local Area Network design & administration experience Software Defined Networking (Cisco, Meraki, Versa) Key Skills Microsoft 365 & Azure: Strong experience managing Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams), Azure cloud infrastructure, and security tools such as Microsoft Defender and Sentinel. Security & Compliance: Deep knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS), compliance requirements (GDPR, SOC2), and risk management best practices. Identity & Access Management (IAM): Expertise in Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, Single Sign-On (SSO), and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Threat Management & Incident Response: Ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate cyber threats using SIEM, endpoint security, and vulnerability management tools. Networking & Infrastructure Security: Understanding of firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN, DNS security, endpoint protection, and cloud security controls. IT Service Management & Automation: Experience implementing ITIL-based service management, automating operational tasks, and optimising service delivery. Operational & Leadership Skills: IT Operations & Service Continuity: Ability to ensure IT systems are highly available, resilient, and fit for purpose, with a strong focus on business continuity and disaster recovery. Supplier & Vendor Management: Experience managing third-party IT vendors, MSPs, and SaaS providers, ensuring service levels, performance, and cost-effectiveness. Project Leadership & Change Management: Ability to lead technology projects, system upgrades, and platform migrations, ensuring smooth execution and minimal business disruption. Process Improvement & Automation: Strong analytical mindset to identify inefficiencies, automate workflows, and enhance security controls. Soft Skills & Mindset: Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Capable of making informed decisions and resolving complex IT issues in a fast-paced environment. Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership and business users. Resilience & Adaptability: Comfortable working in an evolving technology landscape, with a proactive and security-first approach. Summary of Skills Required: The following is a summary of the key skills that the Client would like you to bring to the company. Global Enterprise level Infrastructure Management position for the last 5 years, Buy before Build mentality and demonstrable migration of Legacy VM based estates to SaaS and Azure Cloud services platforms, Global Operational team management experience (human resources, strategic delivery, operational service, audit lead for Infra, budget..) Key 3 party operational infrastructure vendor management - i.e. management of managed service partners as a team extension globally, as well as service/solution delivery partners, Migration of Legacy VM based estates to SaaS and Cloud services platforms, Legacy Infra tech to Azure knowledge/experience, Prior to the last 5 years in Enterprise Management of a global estate/user-base, a demonstrable technical infrastructure engineering level background, working on Windows Server, AD , SQL environments, Firewalls/SDWAN, and Networks (WAN &/or LAN). The Client is based in the City of London. This is a hybrid position with 3 days in the office. The salary for this role will be in the range £85K - £95K plus Benefits. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Commercial Manager six month contract Recruitment Type (Contractor or Temp): Contractor Rate: Inside IR35 Location of role: Basingstoke (may also visit other sites) Location requirement: Hybrid Clearance Required: SC /DV (required) Working Pattern: Monday - Friday The Commercial Manager will lead and manage post-contract management across contracts, ensuring compliance with contractual delivery obligations, risk mitigation, and value delivery aligned with strategic objectives. This role acts as a bridge between legal, sales, delivery, procurement, and finance teams to ensure business objectives are met with minimal legal and contractual exposure. Mandatory skills: - Lead contract management and negotiation and statements of work in preparation for governance approval. - Collaborate with internal teams to achieve strategic goals. - Engage with L&C for support to manage delays to delivery. - Maintain contract documentation and ensure compliance with governance policies. - Create and manage templates for SOWs, change orders, and other agreements. - Support BAU contract management activities. - Deliver contractually required reporting and participate in customer meetings. - Stay current on IT law, data protection (e.g., GDPR) , and commercial legislation. - Support and develop members of the Contract Management team. - Act in accordance with Legal and Commercial guidance. - Ensure any contractual document (contract change or extension, relief or delay notice, or contract proposal) is reviewed and approved by the Legal & Commercial team in accordance with DOFA requirements. - Engage support from and liaise closely with the Legal & Commercial team at the early stage of new contract or contract extension negotiations in order to agree negotiation strategy and key legal issues. - Engage support Legal & Commercial during contract delivery regarding any contractual dispute or delay. 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.

Job Title: Operational Technology (OT) Architect Job Summary The Operational Technology (OT) Architect is responsible for defining, designing, and governing the architecture of industrial and operational systems that control and monitor physical processes. This role ensures OT environments are secure, resilient, interoperable, and aligned with business, safety, and regulatory requirements, while enabling convergence with IT and cloud platforms where appropriate. The OT Architect acts as a technical authority across industrial control systems (ICS), SCADA, and IIoT, providing strategic direction and hands-on architectural leadership. Key Responsibilities OT Architecture & Strategy Define and maintain OT architecture principles, standards, and reference designs Design end-to-end OT solutions covering control systems, networks, data flows, and integrations Support long-term OT roadmaps, modernization initiatives, and IT/OT convergence Ensure architectures meet safety, availability, and operational resilience requirements Industrial Systems & Platforms Architect solutions across ICS, SCADA, DCS, PLCs, and HMIs Support integration of OT systems with enterprise IT, cloud, and data platforms Define standards for industrial protocols (e.g. Modbus, OPC UA, DNP3, IEC 61850) Enable secure adoption of IIoT and edge computing technologies OT Cyber Security & Risk Embed security-by-design into OT architectures Define OT network segmentation, zoning, and access controls (Purdue Model / IEC 62443) Conduct risk assessments, threat modeling, and architecture assurance reviews Support compliance with safety and security regulations and standards Reliability, Safety & Performance Design for high availability, fault tolerance, and disaster recovery in OT environments Ensure architectures support real-time performance and operational continuity Align designs with functional safety and operational risk requirements Support incident response and recovery planning for OT systems Governance & Stakeholder Engagement Act as the OT technical authority for projects and programmes Collaborate with engineering, operations, IT, cyber security, and vendors Review designs, vendor solutions, and system changes for architectural compliance Produce clear architecture documentation, standards, and guidance Required Skills & Experience Technical Skills Strong experience with OT and industrial control system architectures Deep understanding of ICS/SCADA/DCS environments Knowledge of industrial networking and protocols Experience with OT cyber security principles and standards Understanding of IT/OT integration and data flows Professional Experience 7+ years of experience in OT, industrial engineering, or architecture roles (adjustable by seniority) Proven experience designing or governing OT architectures in complex environments 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.

Technical Solutions Architect The primary role of the IT solutions architect, is to ensure all IT Infrastructure applications architecture and design, systems and software Integration, functional requirements gathering, whether from inception or enhancements, are delivered on-time, aligned to industry standards, redundant and simplified by design, as well as being delivered cost effectively, whilst ensuring project delivery meets architectural objectives. Responsible for providing hands-on design and technical leadership to the global IT and business related teams, with a solid technology background, experience in capability and data models, domain driven design for application strategy, across all phases of the software development lifecycle. Additional responsibilities include ensuring IT Infrastructure and application design are secure, reliable, and regularly reviewed. This role will also develop and enhance relationship management with key service partners, independent contractors, vendors, and suppliers. Key Responsibilities/Tasks: Lead the architecture design, and delivery towards consolidation of O365 amongst operating companies globally. Lead the architecture and design towards implementation of a robust, cost-effective disaster recovery solution for all key business applications globally. Ownership of the workflow design between core system applications and functions. Ownership of end architecture target designs with viable interim states. Ownership of data integration complexity, with an aim of simplification. Ownership of architectural and operational design and roadmap. Ensure solutions are secure by design, with minimum customisation (as needed). Support and train technical / business leads across functions, using agile decision making. Responsible for ensuring the correct technical solutions and products are chosen. Responsible for documenting the technology landscape, interfaces, and data flows. Responsible for ensuring new and modified services, occur in a planned, controlled, and timely manner, with emphasis on design and implementation concepts. Provide monthly reporting dashboard, on network security, IoT consumption, endpoint and server security, application security, including SLA and key KPI counters to the director of IT and associated stakeholders. Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of IT transformation related projects and programs, to ensure application of appropriate governance processes are aligned. Maintain and up to date solution architecture diagrams / workflows and documentation for all key IT programmes, projects and ongoing BAU activities. Provide timely reports to management and key stakeholders on projects progress, and risks to delivery including non-compliance issues. Collaborate with the director of IT, ensuring IT security policies & practices are adhered to within all regions and groups. Skills/Competencies Required: Microsoft / AWS architecture (recent experience) Agile methodology / delivery Experience with interacting with business and technology leaders. Experience designing physical data models (relational SQL desirable) Experience rolling our mid-large platforms from inception to production. SQL, Java, Oracle, Kubernetes exposure. Hardware and software virtualisation techniques Excellent written and verbal communication skills Prior experience in a complex IT infrastructure environment Excellent analytical abilities and innovative problem-solving skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and strong abilities to develop and enhance relationships with clients and peers. The Client is based in Central London. This is a hybrid role – 3 days per week in the office. The salary for this position circa £55K - £60K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Infrastructure Solutions Architect The primary role of the IT Infrastructure Solutions Architect, is to ensure all IT Infrastructure applications architecture and design, systems and software Integration, functional requirements gathering, whether from inception or enhancements, are delivered on-time, aligned to industry standards, redundant and simplified by design, as well as being delivered cost effectively, whilst ensuring project delivery meets architectural objectives. Responsible for providing hands-on design and technical leadership to the global IT and business related teams, with a solid technology background, experience in capability and data models, domain driven design for application strategy, across all phases of the software development lifecycle. Additional responsibilities include ensuring IT Infrastructure and application design are secure, reliable, and regularly reviewed. This role will also develop and enhance relationship management with key service partners, independent contractors, vendors, and suppliers. Key Responsibilities/Tasks: Lead the architecture design, and delivery towards consolidation of O365 amongst operating companies globally. Lead the architecture and design towards implementation of a robust, cost-effective disaster recovery solution for all key business applications globally. Ownership of the workflow design between core system applications and functions. Ownership of end architecture target designs with viable interim states. Ownership of data integration complexity, with an aim of simplification. Ownership of architectural and operational design and roadmap. Ensure solutions are secure by design, with minimum customisation (as needed). Support and train technical / business leads across functions, using agile decision making. Responsible for ensuring the correct technical solutions and products are chosen. Responsible for documenting the technology landscape, interfaces, and data flows. Responsible for ensuring new and modified services, occur in a planned, controlled, and timely manner, with emphasis on design and implementation concepts. Provide monthly reporting dashboard, on network security, IoT consumption, endpoint and server security, application security, including SLA and key KPI counters to the director of IT and associated stakeholders. Develop and maintain a comprehensive understanding of IT transformation related projects and programs, to ensure application of appropriate governance processes are aligned. Maintain and up to date solution architecture diagrams / workflows and documentation for all key IT programmes, projects and ongoing BAU activities. Provide timely reports to management and key stakeholders on projects progress, and risks to delivery including non-compliance issues. Collaborate with the director of IT, ensuring IT security policies & practices are adhered to within all regions and groups. Skills/Competencies Required: Microsoft / AWS architecture (recent experience) Agile methodology / delivery Experience with interacting with business and technology leaders. Experience designing physical data models (relational SQL desirable) Experience rolling our mid-large platforms from inception to production. SQL, Java, Oracle, Kubernetes exposure. Hardware and software virtualisation techniques Excellent written and verbal communication skills Prior experience in a complex IT infrastructure environment Excellent analytical abilities and innovative problem-solving skills. Excellent interpersonal skills and strong abilities to develop and enhance relationships with clients and peers. The Client is based in Central London. This is a hybrid role – 3 days per week in the office. The salary for this position circa £55K - £65K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Role Description This is a full-time hybrid role for an Information Security Manager with 2nd and 3rd Line IT support experience. The role involves day-to-day tasks associated with planning, implementing, and maintaining an Information Security Management System (ISMS), including managing cybersecurity risks, implementing network security measures, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The Information Security Manager will also provide IT support to the company and will be based in the London office, with flexibility for some remote work. Your past experience must include 2nd and 3rd line infrastructure support where you are able to advise and direct the technical team. Qualifications Experience in Information Security Management and creating and implementing an ISMS Experience in Cybersecurity and Network Security Expertise in Information security best practices and standards Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail Strong communication and collaboration skills Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCNA, or equivalent are a plus Experience in IT support or Systems Administration is desirable The position is 3 days in the office per week in Central London. Salary will be negotiable - but like to be in the range £65K - £80K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Solutions Architect Designer Our Client a Telecoms company is looking to recruit a seasoned professional who has at least 5 to 10 years experience as a Solutions Architect Designer. You will be involved in developing and implementing systems architecture designs that will meet business needs. The Solution Designer’s responsibilities include designing innovative solutions based on business requirements, creating functional specifications, assessing the current software systems in place in order to identify areas in need of improvement, and overseeing development teams. Participating and leading on projects where analysis of systems or data requires an in-depth evaluation of complex business process, system process, and industry standards. Designing technology solutions by modelling requirements and applying standard application methodology best practices. Resolving technical problems as they arise. Continually researching current and emerging technologies and proposing changes where needed. Maintain & update Enterprise Architecture documentation. Building and integrating information systems to meet the company’s needs. Assessing the systems architecture currently in place and working with the Enterprise Architect to recommend solutions to improve it. Informing various stakeholders about any problems with the current technical solutions being implemented. Assessing the business impact that certain technical choices have. Providing updates to stakeholders on product development processes. Manage Stakeholder expectations regarding appropriate milestones and deadlines. Providing supervision and guidance to development teams. Ensuring IT Security standards are incorporated by design, ensuring compliance to the required standards (ISO27001) and supporting improvement initiatives and protecting the business from risks arising from data loss. To support and contribute actively to health and safety, environmental, business continuity and information security arrangements that meets our obligations to our customers Proven experience in engineering and software solution design. In-depth understanding of integration techniques & modern coding languages Telco Site Management software design/development Integration knowledge(SOAP, Rest API’s). Middleware Biztalk Data Warehouse design & optimization. ITIL/Remedy experience Experience of using Enterprise Architecture tools. Hons Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Telecommunications or Engineering. Togaf certification. Knowledge of Cloud architectures. The Client is located close to Reading – so ideally you will be living within 60 minutes commuting distance. You will be working from home remotely for 2 to 3 days a week – and/or working from the office 2 days a week. The salary for this role will be in the range £75K - £90K plus benefits. Do send your CV to us for this exciting position in Word format along with your salary and availability.

On behalf of HSE, we are looking for an Applications Operations Engineer (Inside IR35) for a 8 week contract based Remotely. At the Health and Safety Executive, we believe everyone has the right to come home safe and well from their job. Our mission is to prevent work-related death, injury, and ill health. Our roots stretch back to 1833. The modern HSE is an independent regulator with a wide reach across many employment sectors. Using world leading science, we have helped protect millions of people from devasting injury and suffering through our diverse regulatory activities. We concentrate effort on the most serious risks, targeting industries with the greatest hazards, and sectors with the worst risk management record. We hold people to account where we have to, and we are firm but fair when using our legal powers. We also provide support to businesses through free guidance and advice tailored to business needs. By giving them the confidence to manage risks sensibly, we boost productivity, support the economy, and contribute to a fairer society. We work hard to help maintain an effective regulatory framework, playing our part in providing proportionate and accountable legal requirements. The world of work is always changing. We use science to understand these changes. And that understanding helps us all prepare for the workplaces of tomorrow... so Great Britain continues to be one of the safest and best places to work and do business. SC Clearance is an essential requirement for this role, as a minimum you must be willing & eligible to undergo checks. Please note, due to the exceptional requirements of this position (short-term nature of this role and speed at which we require a postholder in situ) preference may be given to candidates who meet all of the essential criteria and hold active security clearance. As an Applications Operations Engineer, your main responsibilities will be: * Proven experience in Microsoft 365 administration and configuration. * Proficiency in PowerShell scripting for automation and configuration tasks. * Solid understanding of M365 security, compliance, and governance. * Experience in change management and delivering user-focused implementations. * Ability to analyze complex technical environments and design effective solutions. * Strong communication and collaboration skills to work with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Essential: * M365 experience * M365 administration experience * PowerShell experience Please be aware that this role can only be worked within the UK and not Overseas. Disability Confident As a member of the Disability Confident Scheme, HSE 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. This scheme encourages candidates with a disability and/or neurodivergence to apply. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. Armed Forces Covenant HSE guarantees to interview veterans or spouses / partners of military personnel who meet all the essential criteria for the vacancy. In cases where we have a high volume of ex-military candidates / military spouses or partners, who meet all of the essential criteria, we will interview the best candidates from within that group. In exceptional circumstances, we may also need to apply the desirable criteria in our shortlisting process which may include holding active security clearance. In applying for this role, you acknowledge the following "this role falls in scope of the Off Payroll Working in the Public Sector legislation. Any rates of payment quoted will reflect the gross rate per day for the assignment and will be subject to appropriate taxes and statutory costs. As such the payment to the intermediary and your income resulting from this contract will be different".

IT Manager Our Client is a Bank based in Central London, are looking to recruit an IT Manager ideally with at least 2 years of experience in IT within the financial industry and overall 7 to 10 years of experience in IT. You will be working in a small team managing the day-to-day technology infrastructure to ensure that the Bank can operate efficiently. Cybersecurity Strategy and Planning Evaluate and proritize security initiatives for the branch in London in collaboration with GT (Group Technology) - Group IT Security. Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats and trends and escalate risks promptly. Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR and any other applicable to the IT). Evaluate GT s compliance with relevant regulatory standards (eg ISO 27001) as part of critical vendor performance assessment ensuring operational resilience is maintained. In collaboration with GT, manage security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and antivirus software. In collaboration with GT, Develop and test incident response plans and coordinate responses to security incidents and breaches Raise awareness of cybersecurity issues among bank London employees; conduct annual training /workshops to educate staff on security best practices aligned with GT. Other Duties Maintain professional and technical knowledge (Conduct Rule 2) e.g. by attending educational workshops; read professional publications; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices etc where relevant. Collaborate with stakeholders to handle backlogs and new requirements - Resolve conflicts and remove blockers for the team - Monitor, track and uphold quality of deliverables. Be the point of contact for external communications and facilitate internal communication for effective collaboration on IT related matters. Ensure work deliverables are in compliance with policies and regulatory requirements . Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards. To act as second/third level support with GT for support related issues. To comply with all applicable FCA/PRA conduct rules. Compliance with all mandatory training as set by the Branch/Group. Technical/Functional skills - Proficient in common operating systems o Windows 10, Windows Server 2018 and above o Redhat Linux based Operating System - Software proficiency o VMWare v6.7 and above o Veeam Backup and Replication o Symantec Endpoint Protection o Symantec Endpoint Encryption o ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus o Microsoft Office 365 o Bloomberg FXT/eikons o Murex Treasury System o SWIFT Alliance Access (SAA) - Networking (IT) o Cisco Switches and Routers o Fortigate Firewalls o LAN/WAN Routing - Hardware o Dell PowerEdge Servers o Dell PowerVault SAN Storage - Data analysis - Basic PC/Laptop support (formatting, imaging, etc) - Experience of writing and updating IT policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines Personal skills (Soft Competencies [Core/Leadership]) - Committed and dedicated to team deliverables. - Ownership of the business - Strong interpersonal stakeholders management skills - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Ability to train IT staff, supervise and motivate team members for high performance - Experience in coordinating installations, upgrades, and maintenance - Knowledge of architecture processes and performance reports of operating systems - Strong analytical/critical thinking skills - Ability to understand and oversee code development Qualifications: Bachelors degree qualification in relevant discipline Professional Qualification and/or Regulatory, Licensing requirements Project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is highly desirable. Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) are highly desirable. Relevant Work Experience At least 6 years of experience in IT within the financial/banking industry is preferable. Minimum of 2 years experience in managing staff or managing teams in a cross functional set-up. The position is based in Central London and is hybrid 3 days w eek in the office. The salary for this position will be up to £65K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.