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Information Security Architect / Manager Our Client is an International company with offices in Central London. They are looking to bring on-board an Information Security Architect / Manager with at least 5 to 8 years proven expertise within Information Security. The function of the position will be as follows: Assess the current environment against industry standards and trends. Implement robust security and control measures, in line with the global IT team Streamline current processes and execute changes for a secured and optimised technology and data landscape. Subject matter expert in application and network security, with operational experience of managing security operations, SIEM solutions, incident, and response management. Collaborate to develop the Infosec strategy and associated operating model. Conduct an in-depth security risk assessment across the technology stack and provide end-to-end mitigation steps for resilience. Working closely with key stakeholders to ensure compliance with security policies, and promotion of strong information security culture. Provide weekly governance, risk and compliance reports utilising key risk and key performance indicators and metrics. Skills/Competencies Required: Experience developing information security policy, process and procedure design and implementation. Excellent troubleshooting, problem solving, and root-cause analytical (RCA) skills. Good working knowledge of Cisco Meraki and associated technologies. Practical knowledge of Continual Service Improvement (CSI) methodologies. Vulnerability management and assessment. Intrusion detection and prevention analysis / frameworks. Solid exposure to cloud based applications security and provisioning. Experience in writing policy, process, and standard playbooks. Experience in SOC and SIEM platforms Excellent communications skills in framing and messaging issues of highly technical nature, into meaningful and relevant information for a varied audience. Excellent analytical skills, with an ability to manage multiple projects under tight guidelines. Experience with common Information security frameworks such as ISO, ITIL, and COBIT. Information security professional qualifications (CISMP, CISSM, SSCP, CAP..etc) ** Occasional travel to other sites may be required. This is 6 month contract assignment based in Central London. Rate will be circa £500 per day. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your daily rate and availability.

Job Title: ICT Engineer Location: Great Notley, Essex Salary: £24,500 per annum Job Type: Permanent / Full Time. Please note - candidates are required to be based onsite, we don't offer remote working due to business needs. About us: We are a family-owned IT Asset disposal organisation based in Great Notley, Essex who believe in strong team spirit and are seeking an IT Engineer to join our expanding team. About the role: The ideal candidate will possess a strong technical background and have an understanding of IT equipment and its functions. You will be responsible for engineering equipment coming into our facility from our clients and the erasure of all data using approved software and have a focus on data security, networking and compliance. About you: Requirements: Strong knowledge of IT equipment, including networking Record test data and note nonconformities Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, although full training will be given Strong communication skills, both verbal and written Attention to detail Accuracy Use of database experience Must live within 30 minute drive of our facility in Great Notley, Braintree Essential: 5 x GCSE's including Maths, English and an IT qualification What we offer: Free onsite parking Christmas shutdown in addition to annual entitlements Staff events Free staff refreshments Funded training opportunities Uniform supplied Additional Information: We are a Disability Confident and Living Wage employer and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants. Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with experience of; IT, IT Helpdesk, IT Support Engineer, IT Customer Support, Helpdesk, IT Support, IT Support Technician, Infrastructure Engineer, 2nd Line Infrastructure Engineer, 3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer, 2nd Line Support Engineer, 2nd Line Support, ICT Systems Engineer, IT Service Desk Technician, 3rd Line Support, 2nd Line Support Technician, Technical Support, Technical Support Technician, IT Systems Engineer, IT Systems Technician, ICT Technician, IT Systems Support, IT Technician, Information Technology, IT, 1st Line, 2nd Line, Technical Support Engineer, Technical Customer Support, Tech Support, Tech Support Services, Customer Support, IT, Customer Services, Remote Support, Engineer may also be considered for this role.

The UK Intelligence Community (UKIC) is seeking an outstanding Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to lead cyber security and information governance across some of the nation’s most sensitive missions. Accountable to the UKIC Infosec Director, this is one of the most high-profile technical leadership roles in government, shaping the strategic direction of information security to protect the UK against the most capable and persistent adversaries. The successful candidate will ensure operational resilience and secure innovation in support of national intelligence objectives, delivering results in a highly complex and rapidly evolving environment. As CISO, you will work with colleagues to set and implement the organisation’s cyber and information security strategy, striking the right balance between capability, acceptable risk and technological progress. You will integrate security governance into a complex set of cross agency organisational decision-making, forums ensuring that information risks are managed effectively and proportionately, and that security is embedded at every level. This includes advising executive boards and senior leaders on the potential implications of major programmes, and guiding the organisations in safely embracing innovation and digital transformation. You will be responsible for designing and leading the UKIC’s end-to-end risk management framework. This includes defining and tracking cybersecurity KPIs, producing regular reports for senior stakeholders, conducting organisation-wide risk assessments and overseeing vulnerability management to ensure compliance with relevant frameworks. You will be responsible for designing incident response and business continuity strategies and ensuring they are implemented by business areas. Your leadership will be central to developing sustainable security budgets and resourcing strategies that ensure capabilities remain strong in the face of emerging threats. This role demands exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence at the highest levels of government. You must be confident presenting complex security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences, including boards, ministers and cross-government stakeholders. You will draw on significant experience delivering robust security strategies in complex organisations and demonstrate deep knowledge of cyber threat landscapes, risk management practices and modern security technologies. International relationships are a critical element of this role, so familiarity working with key allied governments would be valuable. You should bring expertise in securing cloud environments and emerging technologies within digital transformation programmes, alongside a strong understanding of regulatory compliance frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR and GovS 007. Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM or CCISO are highly desirable. A proven track record in embedding a positive security culture, mentoring high-performing teams and managing supplier security will be critical to your success. This is a unique opportunity to take on one of the most influential cyber security leadership roles in the UK. Protecting the nation’s intelligence capabilities requires vision, strategic acumen and operational excellence. If you are ready to take on this challenge, and have the skills, integrity and commitment to safeguard national security, we invite you to join us in delivering a secure future for UK intelligence. The role can be based in Cheltenham, Manchester or London, with a regular presence required in those locations. The ability to undertake occasional international travel is desirable. Key Responsibilities Develop, maintain and articulate a clear understanding of the cyber and information security risks inherent across the whole organisation in order to provide assurance to the UKIC Group Senior information risk owner (SIRO). Create and implement information security strategy which supports the organisation in determining the right balance between the organisation's cyber and information security capabilities, acceptable level of risk and speed of technology progress. Ensure an effective cyber and information security governance framework that is integrated with overall organisational governance. Define and track cybersecurity KPIs, producing regular executive and board level reports on security posture. Enable the organisation to innovate safely by advising senior leadership on the potential risks and implications of major decisions that impact information security. Oversee the creation and implementation of relevant policies and standards which ensure effective information risk management. Identify and deliver opportunities for improvement of the security operations function to ensure timely detection and response to security incidents. Lead and mentor high performing information security professionals, fostering a culture of professional development. Play a leading role in multiple Technical and programme boards. Work closely with stakeholders from across the UK Intelligence Community to ensure an end-to-end approach to cyber security and ensure that cyber security is embedded at all levels.

Role Title: Information Architect Location: Birmingham Duration: 30/06/2026 Work setup: 2 days onsite/week Role Description: Design and govern data architecture for AWS-based pipelines, ensuring compliance with business and regulatory requirements. Define data models and standards across Bronze, Silver, and Gold layers for structured, scalable, and secure data processing. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement ETL/ELT workflows using AWS services (S3, Redshift, Glue, Lambda) and tools like dbt. Ensure data quality, lineage, and metadata management, enabling transparency and compliance for downstream consumers. Optimize orchestration and scheduling leveraging Airflow and migration tools for seamless data flow and transformation. Partner with stakeholders to support analytics, reporting, and regulatory submissions through robust data architecture practices. Key Skills: Expertise in data architecture and modeling (conceptual, logical, physical). Strong knowledge of AWS ecosystem (S3, Redshift, Glue, Lambda) and orchestration tools like Airflow. Proficiency in ETL/ELT design, dbt, and SQL for large-scale data processing. Experience in data governance, lineage, and metadata management. Familiarity with migration strategies and performance optimization for cloud environments. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. 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.

Student Community Manager Higher education This is a new and exclusive opportunity for a community manager to join my thriving higher education business as they grow their team. Your role will be focused on managing the student community- both current active students and alumni which is a community of 500,000 students As the community manager, you will have a very key role to bring together an amazing community, a mix of current students, alumni, online members of the digital business, and others, to create a space where all the communities can interact together through a mix of online events and live in person sessions Role details Title: community manager Role details: Permanent role, salary £30-40,000 Location: full remote role with travel as required to live events Role requirements: experience in working with student community, and running live events We are looking for community manager who has experience of growing a community on a platform. Ideally this could involves students, and alumni and online members, but the most important thing is that you love connecting people, being visual in your community, and talking to people every day This role will be shortlisting next week, so for more information, please do send through a CV and this will be reviewed- good luck! 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

Information Security Manager Role Description This is a full-time role as an Information Security Manager for Bank in Central London. The Information Security Manager will be responsible for day-to-day tasks related to information security management, including implementing and maintaining Information Security Management Systems (ISMS), ensuring cybersecurity and network security, and protecting sensitive information. This is a hybrid role, based in London with the flexibility for some remote work. Qualifications Information Security Management, ISMS, and Cybersecurity skills Network Security and Information Security knowledge Experience in implementing and maintaining ISMS Proficient in identifying and addressing information security vulnerabilities Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, or equivalent are preferred Bachelor's degree in Information Security, Computer Science, or related field Information Security Manager role (permanent) reporting into Head of IT (CIO | CISO) Need an individual with a strong hands on network and security background Cisco networking Cisco firewalls (Firepower / Threat Detection) Palo Alto firewalls SIEM experience (Logarithm desirable) Web proxy (Forcepoint desirable) Governance skills Policy writing / reviewing Reporting KPI monitoring Certifications like CCNP / CISM would be desirable but strong experience is preferable. The Client is based in Central London and the position is hybrid - 3 days in the office every week. Salary circa £60K - £75K + Benefits. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Community Manager Higher education This is a new and exclusive opportunity for a community manager to join my thriving higher education business as they grow their team As the community manager, you will have a very key role to bring together an amazing community, a mix of current students, alumni, online members of the digital business, and others, to create a space where all the communities can interact together through a mix of online events and live in person sessions Role details Title: community manager Role details: Permanent role, salary £30-40,000 Location: full remote role with travel as required to live events Role requirements: experience in online events and live meetings We are looking for community manager who has experience of growing a community on a platform. Ideally this could involves students, and alumni and online members, but the most important thing is that you love connecting people, being visual in your community, and talking to people every day If you are the sort of person who loves to create conversations, and can get 10 people in a room chatting to each other, then this is a great role! As well as your online work, you will also be taking a lead on live sessions so event management skills are key Role requirements You will need to being experience in both online and live meetings Please also show evidence on your CV/ Cover letter of bringing different communities together This role will be shortlisting next week, so for more information, please do send through a CV and this will be reviewed- good luck! Community and students and online and events and (facebook or platform) 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 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.

Community Manager Higher education This is a new and exclusive opportunity for a community manager to join my thriving higher education business as they grow their team As the community manager, you will have a very key role to bring together an amazing community, a mix of current students, alumni, online members of the digital business, and others, to create a space where all the communities can interact together through a mix of online events and live in person sessions Role details Title: community manager Role details: Permanent role, salary £30-40,000 Location: full remote role with travel as required to live events Role requirements: experience in online events and live meetings We are looking for community manager who has experience of growing a community on a platform. Ideally this could involves students, and alumni and online members, but the most important thing is that you love connecting people, being visual in your community, and talking to people every day If you are the sort of person who loves to create conversations, and can get 10 people in a room chatting to each other, then this is a great role! As well as your online work, you will also be taking a lead on live sessions so event management skills are key Role requirements You will need to being experience in both online and live meetings Please also show evidence on your CV/ Cover letter of bringing different communities together This role will be shortlisting next week, so for more information, please do send through a CV and this will be reviewed- good luck! Community and students and online and events and (facebook or platform) 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

Job Title: Head of Account Management Core Information Services Location: Christchurch, other southern DI BAE sites can be considered. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: £85,000 - £90,000 depending upon skills & experience + executive package What you'll be doing: Responsible for the strategic direction of the Account portfolio Leading on opportunities within the Account Area, covering prospecting, qualification, opportunity development, bid and proposal development, negotiation, and sales closure, delivering order Intake to meet the target as set Managing and developing appropriate counterpart customer, government, and industry relationships Coaching the team in developing and qualifying opportunities within the Account area, and will lead the larger and more strategic opportunities Guiding all aspects of customer satisfaction, sales, delivery, and financial performance of the Defence Group of accounts within the Defence Business unit Communicating and collaborating across the Defence Business Unit, with the Business Development community and across other BAE Systems Businesses Your skills and experiences: Demonstrated validated experience in Defence and IT domains, with considerable understanding of industry, specific standards, technologies, and operational environments Qualified to Degree standard or equivalent Significant Business Winning experience and a very good understanding of business winning behaviours, processes, procedures, and industry best practice for example Use of Miller Heiman and Salesforce Ability to support specific Account Management activity and manage the activity through to handover to the delivery team Extensive experience in managing multiple existing accounts and customers to drive growth Good experience of engaging senior stakeholders, particularly customers, and the ability to build mutually beneficial relationships Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Accounts team: Come and join the Defence Information Accounts team and play a direct role in safeguarding the UK. Your work will strengthen national defence and support those who serve on the front line, delivering impact that truly matters. You'll operate at the heart of a fast-scaling, high-trust environment where innovation moves at pace, challenges are complex and varied, and no two days are ever the same. With unparalleled exposure across the organisation, you won't just contribute to the mission, you'll help shape the future of the role, influence strategy, and leave a lasting mark on how defence information supports the nation. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 19th January 2026 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-JP1 #LI-Hybrid

Senior ITSM Architect Target Start Date: asap Recruitment Type :Contractor Rate:£650pd Inside IR35 Location of role: Basingstoke 4-5 days per week onsite. Clearance Required: DV Senior Information Technology Service Management (ITSM) Tooling Architect - Senior ITSM Architect Brief overview on the role/project: As a Senior Information Technology Service Management (ITSM) Tooling Architect you will play a crucial role in ensuring continued delivery excellence in support of our customers Digital Transformation priorities. You will work as part of an Agile team reporting into the Solution Owner to produce design documentation on a wide variety of ITSM tooling solutions which vary in size and complexity. Working alongside a team of dedicated professionals, you will be driven to find better, faster, more effective solutions. Mandatory skills: Extensive experience in the design, installation, configuration and customisation of various ITSM/ITIL/Service Desk Tooling technologies which should ideally include technologies from one or more of the following: - CA Service Desk Manager - BMC Remedy - BMC Helix - ServiceNow - Cherwell Service Management Software - Freshworks - ManageEngine . Extensive experience of working within the bounds of ITSM/ITOM/ITIL/eTOM processes, ideally, with accompanying certifications (E.g. ITIL v4 certified). . Extensive knowledge and experience in the design and implementation of highly secure, highly resilient, large scale ITSM tooling solutions for cloud, on-premises and hybrid cloud solutions. . A working knowledge of general Information Technology Core infrastructure capabilities including: - Windows Server technologies - Active Directory and Group Policies - SQL and SQL Server Clustering - PKI Infrastructure and certificate management capabilities . General knowledge of scripting, applications development and data manipulation techniques including: - SQL Scripting - Powershell - JavaScript - REST Web Services - C# - Power BI - SQL Server Reporting 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.

Role Title: Enterprise Architect Location: Solihull Duration: 12/09/2026 Days on site: 2-3 Rate INSIDE IR35 £492.25 MUST BE THROUGH UMBRELLA Role Description: We are seeking an experienced Solution/Enterprise Architect to support project delivery with functional scoping and devise Information System (IS) level architecture solutions that prioritize consistency, adaptability, and sustainability, while ensuring compliance with set architecture governance framework and its processes. Required Skills and Experience * Over 5+ years in an IT Architecture role, preferably within Financial Services * Excellent communication skills, both written and spoken. Effective requirements elicitation and presentation skills * Ability to operate across multiple engagements concurrently and assume architectural responsibility. * Previous experience developing .Net applications * Experience architecting Microsoft .NET applications * Experience with SQL server, Kubernetes, Postgres, NoSQL * Knowledge of TOGAF and ITIL * Experience of working with commercial off the shelf and bespoke solutions * Methodical, organized and results-driven communicator with great attention to detail * Adaptability and ability to collaborate with diverse teams in different environments and stakeholders at all levels Desirable Skills and Experience * TOGAF Practitioner certification * ITIL certification * Experience with architecture tools such as Orbus iServer and MS Visio. * Domain Driven Design, Modelling - Relationships, topologies, Sequence Diagrams, UML, ArchiMate etc. * Understanding of Automation, testing and development pipelines * Practical knowledge of Agile, DevOps, CI/CD Key Role Responsibilities * Develop and evolve existing and future IS (Information System) architecture based on set architecture principles and consistent with company frameworks * Design .NET and data solutions, with security and production infrastructure stakeholders, supporting the business requirements and aligned with BNPP PF strategy. * Collaborate with other project team members in the functional scope definition of projects * Collaborate with stakeholders in the definition of technical roadmaps for IT solutions * Support project managers for project build plan creation and cost estimation * Assess solutions and creation of technology or application roadmaps * Support delivery of the Enterprise Architecture capability * Engage with global teams to manage projects through the appropriate governance process including where applicable submitting PSD's, presenting at COLEC, ITVC, PANO, local IC, etc. * Provide support and assist the project team: help prepare architecture briefs, ensuring consistency with the established framework * Engage in Research and Design to evaluate and propose technologies to complement business strategy and IT roadmap 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.

Our client is looking for a Security Architect to work on an initial 6-12 month contract. This would be working hybrid in either London, Leeds or Edinburgh with Inside IR35 rates between £340-£470 per day depending on location. The skills and experience you'll have Minimum * Experience as a Security Architect designing products, platforms, systems and components on multiple programmes and projects * Experience of working on the end to end project lifecycle, in a multi-technology environment. * Experience of designing and managing the end-to-end delivery of multi-platform cyber security solutions. * Exceptional communication skills, able and willing to describe and negotiate complex and detailed solutions across a variety of stakeholders. * Exceptional critical thinker and problem solver, able to work with imperfect information in an environment of uncertainty whilst still maintaining high standards, evidenced designs and documentation that consider regulatory, organisational and technology change requirements, the client's divisional and enterprise strategies. Essential * Experience of designing and implementing cyber security platform solutions * Experience with delivery of significant Cyber Security projects in domains, e.g. Attack Surface Management, Threat Detection and Response, Identity Access Management, Information Integrity and Protection and/or Infrastructure Security. * Experience working with AWS technologies. * Experience of best practice security architecture across all cyber security architecture domains and key platform technologies. * Commercial awareness and hands-on experience at costing solution options, understanding procurement frameworks and promoting cost effective solutions. * Collaborative self-starter with positive, proactive, can-do attitude. * Strong experience of technical and environment interdependencies across projects and programmes. * Solid and evidenced knowledge foundation (e.g. CISSP, CISM, etc.) * Experience with formal architectural methodologies and frameworks, including TOGAF, experience in architecture modelling tools and agile methodologies. * Proficient knowledge of UML. * Evidenced continuous professional development and engagement with industry innovators and professional bodies. * Experience of innovation whilst ensuring EA adherence. 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.

***SC CLEARED*** Purview SME 8 Month contract initially Based: Remote - Max 2 days per month onsite in London Rate: £500 £540 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 Purview SME to join the team. Your responsibilities: Purpose -To lead, guide and advise on data governance, compliance, and information protection implementation using Microsoft Purview, within the context of Microsoft Fabric and possibly beyond. * Design & Implementation: in the context of Microsoft Fabric, lead on the discovery, definition and implementation of Purview functionality, including but not limited to Data Catalogue, Monitoring, Lineage and Data Loss Prevention capabilities. * Data Governance & Compliance: Define data ownership models, classification schemes, and data lifecycle/records management policies. * Consultative Advice: Act as the technical lead, advising stakeholders on best practices for data security and regulatory compliance. * Operational Support: Maintain documentation (LLDs, SOPs), create user guides, and train teams on using the compliance portal. Key Skills & Experience: * Deep knowledge of Microsoft Purview, M365 security technologies, and data governance frameworks. * Hands-on experience with configuring and administering Microsoft Purview - either in Microsoft Fabric or Enterprise versions. * Strong knowledge of data security concepts - classification, sensitivity labels, DLP, etc * Microsoft certifications such as SC-400 (Information Protection Administrator) or SC-300 would be a bonus * Experience in process design and service transition is desirable * Quick learner to apply new concepts * Ability to work in ambiguous situations * Ability to interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders 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 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.

Solution Architect Location: Near Bristol (regular on‑site presence required) Security: SC clearance (active or eligible) Nationality: UK National Role Overview We are seeking an experienced Solution Architect to join a high‑performing team delivering complex, mission‑critical digital and ICT solutions for a large, highly regulated UK organisation. This role sits at the heart of major transformation programmes, requiring strong systems thinking, stakeholder engagement, and technical leadership across the full solution lifecycle. You will work closely with senior client stakeholders, engineering teams, and delivery partners to translate business needs into robust, secure, and scalable technical solutions. The role combines enterprise architecture, systems engineering, and hands‑on solution design, with a strong emphasis on assurance, integration, and delivery. Candidates must be located near Bristol or able to attend site regularly. Key Responsibilities Engage with clients to understand business objectives, operational pain points, and technical constraints, acting as a trusted Subject Matter Expert (SME) . Lead the definition and communication of As‑Is and To‑Be architectures across services, systems, and enterprise landscapes. Elicit, analyse, and manage user, service, and system requirements throughout the programme lifecycle, including acceptance criteria and measures of effectiveness. Conduct solution options analysis , presenting clear, evidence‑based technical options aligned to cost, risk, performance, and delivery objectives. Produce high‑quality solution design documentation , including High‑Level Designs (HLDs) and Low‑Level Designs (LLDs). Provide technical leadership to solution architects and system integrators during design, build, integration, and test phases. Define and oversee verification, validation, and acceptance activities with technical and non‑technical stakeholders. Develop overarching test strategies, plans, and scripts , supporting integrated system testing and solution acceptance. Communicate complex technical concepts clearly to a wide range of audiences, including senior non‑technical stakeholders. Apply best‑practice architecture and systems engineering principles to ensure solutions are secure, resilient, and future‑proof. Technical Skills & Experience Systems Engineering & Solution Design Requirements management, including user stories and use‑case modelling. Technical solution options analysis and trade‑off assessment. Production of HLDs, LLDs, and supporting design artefacts. Integrated testing, verification & validation, and solution acceptance. Architecture & Modelling Enterprise and solution architecture design experience. Use of industry‑standard frameworks and modelling techniques (e.g. TOGAF, ArchiMate, UML ). Technology & Delivery Strong understanding of modern digital technologies, including cloud hosting , virtualised platforms, and emerging technologies such as AI . Experience designing or deploying cloud‑based infrastructure (e.g. Azure, AWS). Knowledge of containerisation and orchestration technologies. Experience working within Agile or SAFe delivery environments. Domain Experience (Desirable) Experience delivering solutions in highly regulated or security‑critical environments . Exposure to Defence or Government ICT systems , including secure hosting environments. Knowledge of GIS or geospatial technologies is advantageous. Qualifications & Clearance Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related discipline (or equivalent professional experience). Relevant professional accreditation is desirable. Active SC clearance or eligibility to obtain it is essential. UK National status required. Why Join? This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, nationally significant programmes at scale, influencing architecture decisions that have real‑world impact. You'll collaborate with experienced professionals in a supportive environment that values technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

We are currently seeking a Senior IT Support Manager. In this role, you will perform support for our employee population, analyze our current systems and assets, recommend and implement solutions and upgrades, and provide training. Our ideal candidate has extensive knowledge of network maintenance, experience managing staff, and advanced industry knowledge to keep us on the cutting edge. From day one, you’ll have an immediate impact on the day-to-day efficiency of our IT operations, and an ongoing impact on our overall growth. Objectives of this Role ●Lead large IT projects, including the design and deployment of new IT systems and services ●Maintain essential IT operations, including operating systems, security tools, applications, servers, email systems, laptops, desktops, software, and hardware ●Own projects, solutions, and key responsibilities within a larger business initiative ●Handle business-critical IT tasks and systems administration ●Research and evaluate emerging technologies, hardware, and software ●Track and maintain hardware and software inventory Responsibilities for IT Manager ●Monitor performance of information technology systems to determine cost and productivity levels, and to make recommendations for improving the IT infrastructure ●Help define IT infrastructure strategy, architecture, and processes ●Analyze business requirements by partnering with key stakeholders across the organization to develop solutions for IT needs ●Assess vendors and develop test strategies for new hardware and software ●Troubleshoot hardware and software issues related to internal IT ●Supervising daily operations of network and server infrastructure ●Aligning IT infrastructure with current and future business requirements and goals ●Evaluating risk, developing network recovery and backup processes ●Assessing and purchasing new and replacement hardware ●Testing, troubleshooting and adjusting information systems to operate effectively ●Implementing security of the network, data and its storage and communication systems ●Ensure network components meet business needs and work together seamlessly, using the full range of capabilities, and stay informed about new features and competitive solutions ●Train employees on both software and hardware, troubleshoot, and provide technical support when needed ●Develop and execute disaster procedures, and maintain data backups ●Manage information technology and computer systems ●Identify problematic areas and implement strategic solutions in time ●Preserve assets, information security and control structures ●Proven working experience as an IT Manager or relevant experience ●Excellent knowledge of technical management, information analysis and of computer hardware/software systems ●Expertise in data center management and data governance ●Hands-on experience with computer networks, network administration and network installation Qualifications for IT Manager ●Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience ●5-7 years experience in IT management ●Experience leading and managing large IT projects and rolling out IT infrastructures across various technologies ●Excellent working knowledge of computer systems, security, network and systems administration, databases and data storage systems, and phone systems ●Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills ●Excellent project management skills and strong ability to prioritize ●Firm grasp on IT infrastructure and operations best practices ●Experience across different software solutions, including: desktop operating systems (MS Windows, MacOS), server operating systems (MS Windows, Linux), cloud-based technologies (Google Workspaces, AWS, SD-WAN), SaaS solutions (Okta, Dynamics365, Microsoft365), mobile (iOS, Android), backup and recovery procedures, and system performance monitoring. ●Experience across different hardware solutions, including: Cisco Switches/Routers, Meraki/Palo Alto Firewalls, Meraki Wireless Access Points; Cisco Unified Communications. ●Expertise with implementing, configuring, and testing solutions ●Proven leadership skills ●Strong creative and analytical thinking ●Professional certifications preferred (i.e. A+, Network+, CCNA, MCP)