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Job Title: Cyber Security Operations Manager Location: Liverpool City Centre on a Hybrid working basis Salary: Up to £75,000 per annum Depending on experience Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Acorn are looking to recruit a brand-new role as a Cyber Security Operations Manager. The Cyber Security Operations Manager will lead the operational security function responsible for protecting the organisation's information assets, technology services, and users. This role oversees all security operation functions, incident response, threat detection, vulnerability management, and continuous improvement of the organisation's security posture. Working closely with Infrastructure, Cloud, Architecture, Governance, Compliance and Risk teams, the manager ensures that security operations are proactive, resilient, and aligned with business needs. Responsibilities: Lead and manage the daily operations of the internal Security Operations team and primary relationship with any outsourced SOC solution ensuring 24/7 monitoring and response coverage. Oversee cyber defence capabilities including SIEM, SOAR, EDR/XDR, threat intelligence, and identity protection. Develop and maintain operational procedures, playbooks, and response frameworks. Direct the full incident response lifecycle: detection, triage, containment, eradication, recovery, and post-incident review. Coordinate major incident management with IT Infrastructure, Cloud, and Business teams. Ensure lessons learned are captured and drive meaningful improvement. Oversee the vulnerability management programme, ensuring timely identification, prioritisation, and remediation of risks. Partner with asset owners to ensure patches, configuration hardening, and remediation actions are completed. Support risk assessment processes and provide input to security governance and compliance teams. Ensure the design, tuning, and optimisation of detection rules, alerts, and correlation logic across security platforms. Drive automation initiatives using SOAR to improve response speed and reduce operational workload. Maintain robust coverage across cloud, on premise, network, and endpoint environments. Build capability through training, certifications, and knowledge-sharing programmes. Work with technology, business, and leadership teams to communicate risks, incidents, and security posture. Support audits, regulatory assessments, and customer assurance activities About you: Requirements: Experience managing a SOC or security operations function within a complex enterprise environment. Strong understanding of SIEM, SOAR, EDR, IDS/IPS, firewalls, and cloud-native security tooling. Knowledge of cyber security frameworks such as NIST CSF, MITRE ATT&CK, ISO 27001, or CIS Controls. Demonstrated expertise in incident response and threat management. Experience working in hybrid cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP). Grow with Acorn: We bring over 40 years of specialist insurance expertise to the table. From humble beginnings, we've grown into a national leader, now employing 1,700+ people across the UK. We're growing fast, with new opportunities emerging every week. That growth is largely due to the values we share: We run through walls for our customers and each other We challenge the status quo We succeed when we help those around us succeed We decide quickly when the smart thing to do is use our judgement Benefits: 35 days' holiday (including bank holidays) with additional buy/sell options 24/7 mental health support & free counselling available Grow with us: Through career fairs, leadership programs, and learning on the go! Flexible benefits, including early access to salary via our internal platform Hybrid working options to support work-life balance and individual needs Recognition awards, social events & more Our Commitment to our colleague's: Earn recognition and accreditation from leading organisations that share our commitment to people and growth: Mindful Employer Disability Confident Level 1 & 2 Menopause Friendly accredited Armed Forces Covenant signatory Great Places to Work 2024/25 Best Place to Work for Development Best Place to Work for Women Before applying, please know: If your application is successful, we will run relevant employment checks prior to your employment with us. These will include a standard criminal record check and an insolvency register check. Visa Requirements We can only consider applicants who have at least one year remaining on their Graduate or Post-Study Work visa. At the moment, we're not able to offer visa sponsorship. We're Here to Support You We're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can flourish. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process-or once you're part of the team-we'll work with you to make sure you can do your best work. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Cyber Security Consultant, Head of Cyber Security, Cyber Security Operations Supervisor, IT Cloud Operations Manager may also be considered for this role.

DV Cleared Exit Manager - Contract role Duration : 6 months Location : Basingstoke IR35 determination : Inside Start : ASAP Your role We are looking for an experienced Exit Manager to join a multi-skilled team based in Basingstoke. As Exit Manager, you will take ownership of planning and executing structured exit strategies, ensuring seamless disengagement from services while maintaining operational stability and stakeholder confidence. This is a high-impact role focused on protecting business continuity, commercial outcomes, and client relationships during critical transition phases, whether that's supplier change, programme closure, or migration. This role suits someone who thrives in complexity and can bring structure, clarity and control to high pressure environments. Key Responsibilities *Lead coordination between clients, internal teams and incoming suppliers. *Design and deliver end to end exit and transition plans aligned to contractual obligations. *Ensure all exit and close down activities are completed internally. *Engage with senior stakeholders (customer and internal) *Ensure effective knowledge transfer, documentation and asset handover. *Manage and mitigate risks relating to service continuity, data integrity and commercial exposure. *Interpret and operationalise exit clauses within MSAs and SOWs *Provide clear reporting and governance across all exit activities. *Support dispute avoidance and resolution where required. Your experience *Proven experience in exit management, service transition and complex programme delivery *Background within consulting, system integration or managed services environments *Strong understanding of commercial contracts and delivery frameworks. *Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and conflict resolution skills. *Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and priorities under pressure. *Experience managing multi stakeholder, enterprise scale environments. *Exposure to cloud, data or Microsoft technology ecosystems. *Excellent communication, planning and leadership capability 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 a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Database Engineer with SQL Server Responsible for the development and delivery of new systems to automate and streamline processes required by different departments. To support the internal IT department with changes and upgrades to software platforms. To be primary contact for all technical questions relating to in-house bespoke systems and interfacing. Database Support Supporting budgeting and financial planning processes for Finance department, including loading and refreshing of data based on requirements. Understand and conduct the front-end functionality to amend and change hierarchical structures within the environment. Debug and analyse errors and anomalies within Hyperion system as raised by Finance and to pinpoint areas of failure and correct any issues. Liaise with Finance on a daily basis to ensure smooth running of the Hyperion environment. Build data flows within the SQL environment in SSIS packages. 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. Qualifications/Experience Degree level qualified or equivalent. SQL Programming. Knowledge and Skills Software analysis and design. SQL query language. Data warehouse design concepts, (Inmon or Kimball) The Client is a Bank based in the City of London. This is a 2 year FTC position with a salary of circa £65K - £70K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Role Summary The PingFederate Engineer (UK Onshore) is responsible for the design, implementation, and operational support of enterprise grade federated identity and single sign on (SSO) solutions using PingFederate. The role is client facing, requiring close collaboration with UK based stakeholders, application teams, and security leadership to deliver secure, compliant authentication services across on premise, cloud, and hybrid environments. This role operates within regulated UK environments (e.g. Financial Services, Insurance, Healthcare), ensuring adherence to UK security standards, data protection requirements, and audit expectations while enabling modern authentication using SAML, OAuth, and OpenID Connect. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities UK Onshore Delivery & Stakeholder Engagement * Act as a UK onshore technical SME for PingFederate within client IAM programmes. * Engage directly with UK business, application, and security stakeholders to gather requirements and explain federation designs in clear, non vendor language. * Participate in design authorities, CABs, and security reviews, representing the identity federation domain. * Support UK delivery governance, documentation standards, and change management processes. ________________________________________ Identity Federation & SSO Engineering * Design, configure, and support PingFederate as an Identity Provider (IdP) and Service Provider (SP) for internal, partner, and customer applications. * Implement and support SAML 2.0, OAuth 2.0, and OpenID Connect (OIDC) authentication flows. * Deliver IdP initiated and SP initiated SSO integrations for web, mobile, and API based services. * Integrate PingFederate with Active Directory / LDAP and external identity providers. ________________________________________ Platform Administration & Operations * Perform installation, configuration, upgrade, and patching of PingFederate in line with UK enterprise standards. * Configure high availability, clustering, and load balanced deployments suitable for regulated production environments. * Manage SSL/TLS certificates, key rotation, trust stores, and federation metadata. * Provide 3rd line support, root cause analysis, and incident resolution for authentication and federation issues. * Support change, release, and incident processes aligned to ITIL practices. ________________________________________ Security, Risk & Compliance * Ensure solutions comply with UK regulatory and security requirements, including: o Data protection and privacy obligations (e.g. UK GDPR) o Internal security policies and audit controls * Implement MFA and adaptive authentication integrations (e.g. PingID or third party MFA). * Apply Zero Trust and least privilege principles within federation and token designs. * Support internal and external audits by providing technical evidence and documentation. ________________________________________ Customisation & Integration * Develop or support custom PingFederate adapters, selectors, and token translators (Java based) where required. * Integrate PingFederate with PingAccess, API gateways, CIAM platforms, and cloud identity services. * Work with DevOps teams to support automation, environment consistency, and controlled deployments. ________________________________________ Required Skills & Experience Essential Technical Skills * Strong, hands on experience engineering and supporting PingFederate in enterprise environments. * Deep understanding of: o SAML 2.0 o OAuth 2.0 o OpenID Connect (OIDC) * Experience integrating with Active Directory, LDAP, and identity stores. * Solid understanding of PKI, certificates, encryption, and secure authentication flows. * Ability to troubleshoot complex federation issues across multiple systems. Experience * Typically 4-8+ years in IAM / Access Management / Identity Federation roles. * Proven experience working in UK regulated or compliance driven environments. * Experience working onshore with UK clients or stakeholders. * Exposure to cloud or hybrid identity architectures (Azure AD, AWS, GCP) is desirable. ________________________________________ Education & Certifications * Degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related discipline (or equivalent experience). * Desirable (not mandatory): o Ping Identity certifications o Security or IAM certifications (CISSP, CISM, Security+, etc.) ________________________________________ Behavioural & Delivery Expectations (UK Onshore) * Strong written and verbal communication skills suitable for UK client environments. * Ability to explain complex IAM concepts to non technical stakeholders. * Comfortable working within UK delivery governance, risk, and audit frameworks. * Collaborative mindset with a strong focus on quality, stability, and compliance. ________________________________________ Nice to Have * Experience delivering Financial Services or Insurance IAM programmes in the UK. * CIAM (Customer Identity) exposure. * Migration experience from ADFS, SiteMinder, or other legacy federation platforms to PingFederate. * Familiarity with ServiceNow, JIRA, Confluence, and structured delivery models.

The successful candidate will be able to possess a thorough working knowledge of Product Delivery Management lifecycle including: Engage with and influence relevant stakeholders, translating technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders * Translate product requirements and features into an achievable delivery plan, considering the people, processes and technology required to deliver and predicting milestones based on forecasts; all product support documentation; and agreed junctions of maintenance necessary to manage through life support. * Actively manage risks, issues and dependencies, acting on delivery data and identifying ways to mitigate risks. * Identify ways to enhance delivery through the application and continual service improvement approach. * Facilitate and, where required, lead governance meetings and mechanisms, selecting the right stakeholders to join these discussions. * Provide regular and accurate reports to stakeholders and management as appropriate and on request manage the budget for related products and services, including forecasting spending and contributing to business cases as necessary. * Key stakeholder in the transition function where they will be responsible for delivering. * Ensuring that deliveries are correctly concluded and where necessary reviewed and lessons captured. Your experience The core skills and experience required for this role are *A good general IT Service Management background *A blend of Agile methodology expertise, strategic planning, and strong communication to lead cross-functional teams, manage stakeholders, and deliver value iteratively *Driving technical execution, and fostering team collaboration to meet quality, budget, and timeline objectives *Manage and mitigate risks and resolve issues regarding release quality and schedule. *Planning and reporting. *Good knowledge of Agile/Scrum, Lean methodologies, and tools (e.g., Jira) to manage backlogs, sprint planning, and release schedules. *The ability to chair meetings *Knowledge of Remedy *Relationship building with Customers, Internal Teams and 3rd Party suppliers *Acting as the bridge between technical teams and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring clear, consistent communication of progress, blockers, and goals 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 a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Database Engineer Responsible for the development and delivery of new systems to automate and streamline processes required by different departments. To support the internal IT department with changes and upgrades to software platforms. To be primary contact for all technical questions relating to in-house bespoke systems and interfacing. Database Support Supporting budgeting and financial planning processes for Finance department, including loading and refreshing of data based on requirements. Understand and conduct the front-end functionality to amend and change hierarchical structures within the environment. Debug and analyse errors and anomalies within Hyperion system as raised by Finance and to pinpoint areas of failure and correct any issues. Liaise with Finance on a daily basis to ensure smooth running of the Hyperion environment. Build data flows within the SQL environment in SSIS packages. Introduce new field and data types for new information to be collated in the CORE environment. Integrate with all the Bank’s sub-systems using data abstraction and connectivity layers, i.e. ODBC, ADO.net. Build reports based on business requirements using Hyperion Interactive Reports. Ensure that the environment is running optimally and to utilise house-keeping procedures. Sharepoint Integration: Integrate the SharePoint environment and Forms with Equation system to introduce automation of processes thereby eliminating the need for duplicate entry. Utilise web services to integrate from cutting edge technology into legacy systems such as Equation. End of Day Cycle: Provide second and third level support for in-house programmes during the end of day cycle. Analyse and rectify any problems raised in an independent and team scenario. 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. Conduct Act in accordance with the FCA/PRA Code of Conduct. Business Continuity 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. SQL Programming. C# Software development. Knowledge and Skills C# Programming to high level of proficiency. Software analysis and design. SQL query language. Dimensional modelling Data warehouse design concepts, (Inmon or Kimball) The Client is a Bank based in the City of London. This is a 2 year FTC position with a salary of circa £65K - £70K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Database Engineer with SQL and C# Our Client is a City based bank – looking to recruit a Database Engineer with at least 3 to 5 years expertise of developing and supporting SQL and C#. 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 Supporting budgeting and financial planning processes for Finance department, including loading and refreshing of data based on requirements. Understand and conduct the front-end functionality to amend and change hierarchical structures within the environment. Debug and analyse errors and anomalies within Hyperion system as raised by Finance and to pinpoint areas of failure and correct any issues. Liaise with Finance on a daily basis to ensure smooth running of the Hyperion environment. Build data flows within the SQL environment in SSIS packages. Introduce new field and data types for new information to be collated in the CORE environment. To integrate with all the Bank’s sub-systems using data abstraction and connectivity layers, i.e. ODBC, ADO.net. Build reports based on business requirements using Hyperion Interactive Reports. Ensure that the environment is running optimally and to utilise house-keeping procedures. Sharepoint Integration: Integrate the SharePoint environment and Forms with Equation system to introduce automation of processes thereby eliminating the need for duplicate entry. Utilise web services to integrate from cutting edge technology into legacy systems such as Equation. End of Day Cycle: Provide second and third level support for in-house programmes during the end of day cycle. Able to analyse and rectify any problems raised in an independent and team scenario. 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. Conduct Act in accordance with the FCA/PRA Code of Conduct. Business Continuity 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. SQL Programming. C# Software development. Knowledge and Skills C# Programming to high level of proficiency. Software analysis and design. SQL query language. Dimensional modelling Data warehouse design concepts, (Inmon or Kimball) This is a Full-Time Contract initially for 6 months – but likely to become permanent. Salary for this position will be £55K - £60K per annum. The Client is based in the City of London. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

***SC CLEARED*** RPA Developer (Blue Prism) 6 Month contract initially Based: Mostly remote, occasional travel to Bristol(Flexible) Rate: £Market Rates - (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 number of RPA Developer (Blue Prism)to join the team. DBS AG RPA developer roles and responsibilities include: building automation solutions in Blue Prism, following and maintaining documentation and Live service including Bug Fixing Change requests and enhancing in-place automations. Key Responsibilities: * Design, Develop, Build and Test automated processes adhering to DBS AG Scrum Team RPA developer standard design principles and process lifecycle. * Configure new processes efficiently and maintain clear documentation. * Support and modify existing processes within change control guidelines. * Troubleshoot and resolve issues in processes promptly. * Adhere to project plans, communicate risks and contribute to change control. * Assist operational teams during user acceptance testing (UAT) and roll-out phases. * Create and document test procedures for pre-UAT phases. Key Skills & Experience: * Strong proficiency in the use of Blue Prism software to enable complex automations. * Strong written communication skills to articulate business processes and automated solution designs clearly. * Ability to conceptualise and grasp automation tools and solutions. * Proficient in workflow logic, including interpreting workflow diagrams and translating written processes into visual representations. * Familiar with formal change control procedures and protocols. * Understand AGILE delivery methodology. 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. 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 a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Required: Vetting Case Handler Location: Fully Remote Duration: 6 month initial contract Rate: £25-26ph IR35 Status: Inside Vetting Case Handler Key Responsibilities Review vetting applications to check all required information has been provided and in the correct format Checking identification documents, right to work in the UK and proof of address documents Liaising with external Client Vetting teams to progress applications Liaising with internal project PMO teams to progress applications Maintain vetting records on the internal Accenture SharePoint portal & PowerApp platform Contribute towards establishing and maintaining policy, procedures and records relating to personnel security and National Security Vetting (NSV) Sponsorship/ submission of NSV applications and aftercare reports to United Kingdom Security Vetting (UKSV) and other Contracting Authorities Support weekly status calls with internal project teams and external client teams to discuss progress of on-going vetting cases Monitoring the internal Vetting mailbox and responding to regular queries Participate in identifying and mitigating personnel security related risks Ensure personnel security incidents are reported to the Personnel Security Controller and participate in the resolution activities Experience Working with Power Apps and Excel as well as experience in background checks and UK National Security Vetting would be advantageous. Skills Must be a current holder of, or be able to obtain, Security Check (SC) clearance - Essential Must be a British national - Essential Able to liaise effectively with both internal and external stakeholders Attention to detail Approaches challenges as opportunities LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Data Modeller 6 Month contract initially Based: Hybrid/London - 2 days p/w Rate: £Market rates 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 Data Modeller to join the team. Key Responsibilities: * Define and maintain conceptual, logical, and physical data models that accurately reflect business processes and support analytics, AI/ML, and operational needs. * Translate business requirements into robust data entities, attributes, relationships, and constraints; ensure traceability from requirements to models. * Establish and enforce GDM modelling standards and naming conventions (e.g., normalization, dimensional/star/snowflake patterns, data vault where appropriate). * Design dimensional models (facts, dimensions, hierarchies, slowly changing dimensions) for BI/analytics and performance at scale. * Create and manage canonical data models and semantic layers to enable consistent metrics and self service analytics across domains. * Ensure data quality by design-define integrity rules, reference/master data relationships, and validation checks embedded in pipelines. * Optimise models for performance and cost (partitioning, clustering, indexing, compression, surrogate keys, distribution strategies). * Drive data integration design across sources (CDC, event streaming, APIs), mapping source to target, resolving conflicts, and handling historical changes. * Support AI/ML readiness by modelling features, aggregations, and histories; collaborate on feature stores and model input/output schemas. * Embed privacy and security requirements into models (PII classification, minimisation, masking, role based access, retention, and residency). Key Skills & Experience: * Proven experience delivering conceptual, logical, and physical data models for cloud data platforms, ideally GCP * Strong hands on modelling for BigQuery (analytical/columnar patterns, denormalization strategy, partitioning & clustering considerations) * Expertise in data modelling approaches: 3NF, dimensional (Kimball), Data Vault, and hybrid patterns for Lakehouse designs * Maintain versioned model artefacts (ERDs, schema scripts, JSON/YAML specs) and change logs; manage controlled evolution of models. * Ability to translate banking domain requirements (Customer, Accounts, Payments, Credit, Risk, Finance) into scalable canonical models * Strong understanding of BigQuery performance and cost optimisation impacts driven by modelling choices (query patterns, storage, scan costs) * Experience designing data products for analytics and reporting with trusted definitions (facts, dimensions, SCD, conformed dimensions) * Strong knowledge of data governance: metadata management, lineage, stewardship, data quality rules, and critical data elements * Proficiency with data modelling tools such as ER/Studio, PowerDesigner, ERWin, SQL Developer Data Modeler, or equivalent cloud native tools. * Familiarity with GCP ecosystem integration (e.g., Cloud Storage, Dataflow/Dataproc, Pub/Sub) and how ingestion patterns influence modelling 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 an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Your role We are looking for an experienced Capacity Manager to join a support team to ensure VMware based infrastructure capacity meets current and future business needs in a cost-effective, reliable, and scalable manner. In this role, you will ensure the effective management of service operations, and continuous improvement of IT service performance. The ideal candidate has a strong capacity management background, deep knowledge of ITIL practices, a strong understanding of VMware infrastructure Capacity and a proven ability to manage service teams and client expectations in a dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities · Oversee end-to-end delivery of Capacity Management services across infrastructure, support functions and close collaboration with the customer. · Own and execute the ITIL Capacity Management process, including Business, Service, and Component Capacity Management. · Develop and maintain capacity plans, forecasts, and models for VMware environments. · Monitor service performance metrics, analyse trends, forecast capacity allocation and consumption. · Identify capacity risks, constraints, and performance bottlenecks before they impact services. · Drive service improvement initiatives based on capacity data, customer feedback, and technology developments. · Coordinate with internal IT teams (e.g., infrastructure, development, support) to resolve issues and implement improvements. Your experience · Strong experience managing Capacity · Strong understanding of IT service management frameworks (ITIL v3 or v4 certification preferred). · Experience with VMware infrastructure capacity Management. · Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and conflict resolution skills. · Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities. · Experience managing cross-functional teams in a complex technical environment. 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 a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

Technical IT Project Manager Our Client is looking to recruit a Technical IT Project Manager who will be responsible for a set of projects (investments including the systems and organization change management within the business community – internally and with external business partners). This role is for the management of projects with significant IT infrastructure and systems work content. Work with Systems Analysts and Business Process Champions to clarify project objectives and constraints. Estimate resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner Work closely with project sponsor, Business Process Champions, and cross-functional teams to plan and develop scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and detailed schedule for proposed projects. Implement and manage changes and interventions to ensure project goals are achieved. Work with other managers to identify and manage risks and opportunities across multiple projects within the organization. Take responsibility for setting the agenda, driving issues forward and quickly identify the root cause of any problem. Perform team-based project planning, implementation, and reporting using informal/formal program/project and risk management tools and techniques to mitigate cost, schedule, and technical impacts to the organization. Lead the review/assessment of proposed projects and investments to establish executable and achievable plans within the proposed schedule, budget, and customer proposal requirements. Actively manage a critical path which allows for a line of sight into risk/issues before they have project/program impact During project execution, confirm internal team consensus that the organization is positioned for success; resolve conflicts among the team. Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about project status, risks, mitigations, dependencies, adjustments, and progress. Manage work with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution Monitor progress and make adjustments as needed Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement Skill and experience required for the role: Bachelor's degree in computer science, business, or a related field At least 8 years of IT project management and related experience Excellent knowledge of information technology aspects, specifically with IT infrastructure environments and business systems implementations Strong track of managing IT projects in a global environment that involve mergers & acquisitions, ERP systems, networking, voice, compliance, IT security, software development, and working with vendors Proven ability to work with IT teams, business stakeholders, and external vendors Proven ability to solve problems creatively Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices Experience managing projects through standard project lifecycle methodologies (waterfall and hybrid) Excellent analytical skills Strong interpersonal skills and extremely resourceful Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline Excellent planning and organization ability Excellent time management skills Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities Excellent management and leadership qualities Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred The salary for this position will be in the range $100K - $120K. The Company is based in Trumbull, Connecticut USA. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary in USD and your availability.

Release Manager 6 Month contract initially + Extensions Based: Onsite - Wokingham 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 a Release Manager to join the team. The Release Manager will lead and coordinate network release activities and CNI (Critical National Infrastructure) cutovers, ensuring controlled, secure, and high quality deployments across mission critical environments. The role requires strong leadership during complex cutovers, excellent planning skills, and experience working with network engineering, infrastructure, cyber security, and operations teams. Candidates must be eligible for UK Security Check (SC) clearance; active SC is advantageous. Key Responsibilities; 1. Release Planning & Governance * Own the end to end release lifecycle for network and CNI related changes. * Define and maintain a cutover plan, release calendar, and integrated deployment timelines. * Coordinate with network, security, test, environment, and change management teams to ensure readiness. * Conduct release readiness reviews, impact assessments, and Go/No-Go meetings. 2. Network & CNI Cutover Coordination * Lead network cutovers including: o WAN/LAN migrations o SD WAN transitions o Firewall/proxy/security rule changes o Routing updates, IP schema changes o CNI protected service migrations * Oversee Major Releases, Emergency Releases, and CNI off-peak cutovers. * Validate pre cutover configuration baselines, rollback plans, and network dependencies. * Monitor real time cutover execution, manage escalations, and coordinate between engineering teams. 3. Deployment & Technical Oversight * Ensure deployment artefacts (config files, templates, scripts) are validated and approved. * Oversee automated and manual releases across environments. * Ensure alignment with security, architecture, and compliance requirements. * Work with Test Leads to ensure post cutover verification (PCV) is completed and documented. 4. Risk, Change & Compliance Management * Identify risks, interdependencies, and mitigation actions for all network releases. * Ensure adherence to ITIL Change Management processes for CNI environments. * Produce accurate release documentation, evidence packs, and audit logs. * Support incident reviews and root cause analysis for failed or partially successful releases. 5. Stakeholder Communication * Provide clear communication to project managers, network leads, operational teams, and CNI governance stakeholders. * Deliver daily/weekly release status reports, dashboards, and cutover readiness summaries. * Facilitate cross team coordination during complex CNI related implementation windows. Key Skills & experience: * Ideally 5+ years of experience as a Release Manager or Delivery Lead for network or infrastructure projects. * Strong understanding of: o Enterprise networks (WAN/LAN) o SD WAN architectures o Routing (BGP/OSPF), firewalls, load balancers o Secure network zones & segmentation (CNI/OT/IT) o Cloud/on prem hybrid network models * Experience managing complex cutovers, migrations, and multi vendor network deployments. * Familiarity with CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps, Jenkins, GitLab) and ServiceNow/JIRA for change governance. 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.

Financial Crime Policy & Procedure Specialist £568.75 per day (Inside IR35) | Contract until Dec 2026 | London (Hybrid) A leading global bank is looking for an experienced Financial Crime Policy & Procedure Expert to support the design and enhancement of FCC policies, standards, and customer‑journey‑centric controls. Key Focus Areas Drafting and maintaining clear, risk‑aligned policies, standards, and procedural documents Designing FCC control frameworks across onboarding, KYC, CDD/EDD, screening, TM, and ongoing monitoring Translating complex regulatory requirements into practical, executable procedures Conducting gap analysis on existing policies to identify inconsistencies or weaknesses Partnering with Compliance, Risk, Ops, and Product teams to align documentation to global strategy Supporting audit, assurance, and regulatory review needs Advising stakeholders on policy interpretation and implementation Contributing to transformation programmes and future‑state control design Experience Required 8-12 years in Financial Crime Compliance, Policy Governance, or Risk roles within global banks Strong background in writing and managing FCC policies, procedures, and control documentation Deep understanding of onboarding, KYC/AML, screening, TM, ongoing due diligence, and customer lifecycle controls Knowledge of global regulatory frameworks (FATF, JMLSG, OFAC, FCA, MAS, EU AMLD, FinCEN, etc.) Excellent writing and communication skills; able to simplify complex regulation Stakeholder‑management capability across multiple global teams 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 Huxley, please visit Huxley, 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

Role Title: Payments Solution Architect Location: Knutsford Duration: 30/09/2026 Days on site: 2-3/week Rate INSIDE IR35 £500 PER DAY MUST BETHROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: A core banking solution architect with experience in Current account journeys including loans, account switching and is experienced with managing responsibilities for designing, developing, and implementing technology solutions for complex core banking & current account business problems, ensuring that systems are scalable, resilient, and secure. Solution Architect with domain expertise & experience in designing the solutions involving various payments/core/cards systems. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders across business and technology, owning the delivery of architecture for core banking programs, and guiding integration strategies-often balancing cloud adoption, automation, and compliance. Key responsibilities include: * Need associate with prior exp in Cards and Payments domain knowledge. of cards issuance and authorization journeys * Leading design and technical architecture for loans, savings/current accounts, current account switching & payments along with operational platforms with focus on scalability, resiliency, security, and regulatory compliance * Collaborating with project managers, product owners, and business analysts to align solutions with business requirements and risk controls for current accounts * Managing architectural governance: producing design artefacts for privacy, records management, and risk * Advising business and product teams, supporting technical delivery and innovation in the banking landscape *Evaluating and integrating vendor products, supporting systems strategy, and automating operational processes to reduce manual intervention Essential expertise: * Broad knowledge of the current account & core banking landscape, payment schemes, and architecture paradigms (cloud, APls, DevOps, security. * Experience with workforce planning tools, reporting platforms (Excel, PowerPoint, JIRA, Tableau, Confluence), and project delivery best practices * Strong stakeholder management, business acumen, and ability to influence strategy across multiple teams and business functions . Purpose: Drive consistent, innovative solutions that meet both strategic and operational goals for current account & core banking functions. 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 urgently looking for a Technical Deployment Lead deploy and integrate complex software systems. This is a 12 months contract initially with strong possibility of extension. Please note that due to the nature of the role UK SC/DV or NATO clearance is required. The Technical Site Deployment Lead leads transition and activation for deployment of data center nodes across multiple customer sites. These nodes are based on VMware Software-Defined Data Center (SDDC) architectures and will be remotely installed and configured via automation onto existing green field physical infrastructure. The role oversees and supports site deployments and provides technical leadership during site configuration, transition, activation, and validation of all site capabilities. Responsibilities: Provide technical leadership of the overall site transition process, organizing and coordinating support from multiple teams and stakeholders. Identify entrance and exit criteria and manage technical dependencies, risks, and activation issues; drive resolution and escalate as required. Create site transition and activation plans that provide clearly articulated sequence of activities, responsible actors, and schedules for all activities required to activate a site. Analyzing site requirements and lead the engineering team to develop the necessary site configuration files and automation playbooks. Oversee instantiation and configuration of VMware Infrastructure-as-a-service hosting platforms. Oversee instantiation and configuration of associated enterprise workload and services onto the resulting infrastructure-as-a-service nodes. Lead Technical Validation and Verification activities during activation, including configuration verification, integration testing, performance checks, and readiness assessments prior to transition to operations. Support Security Test and Verification activities in coordination with the contractor Security Accreditation Lead. Provide clear technical status reporting to programme and technical leadership and stakeholders during transition and activation activities. Ensure deployed configurations are documented, controlled, and aligned with customer's configuration management and baseline requirements. Capture lessons learned and continuously improve transition planning, SDDC node deployment practices, and CI/CD pipeline automation. Required Experience, Skills, and Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). 5-8+ years of experience deploying and integrating complex software systems in enterprise or defence environments. Proven experience leading technical deployment or activation efforts in customer-facing environments. Strong experience with VMware infrastructure configuration, environment promotion, and production activation. Experience working with DevOps pipelines and CI/CD tools (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, GitLab CI) to support controlled release and deployment activities. Strong understanding of systems integration, API/interface validation, and configuration management. Experience deploying applications into secure or classified environments subject to formal accreditation processes. Hands-on troubleshooting experience in distributed or multi-tier architectures. Working knowledge of Agile project management methodologies, tools (e.g., Jira, etc.), and coordination with Scrum teams. Strong written and verbal communication skills in high-visibility, multinational stakeholder environments. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues. Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Ability to adapt to changing project requirements and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Ability to travel to various customer sites as required. 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 a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.