Windows 11 rollout, will be required to build, deploy and decommission devices. * Build new Windows 11 devices using standardised images and task sequences * Enrol devices into Microsoft Intune / Autopilot (or SCCM where applicable) * Install core applications (Microsoft 365 Apps, VPN, security tools, line-of-business apps) * Deploy Windows 11 devices to end users in line with rollout schedule * Decommission legacy Windows 10 devices in line with IT policies * Backup, restoration, and migration of user data * Securely wipe data using approved tools and methods * Remove devices from Azure AD / Intune / CMDB systems * Manage laptop and device handover to multiple users and sites * IT equipment Install/Move/Add/Change and Disposal ( data wipe and end of life support) * Collaborate with other engineers and stakeholders to resolve complex issues * Update asset registers and deployment tracking sheets Excellent verbal and written communication skills SC cleared, UK born national only 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.
The successful applicant will work within the formal competition process: * Acquisitions of materials, software, services, and maintenance and support requirements. * Applies procurement knowledge to business requirements to support effective procurement approaches. * Creates moderate to complex RFP solicitations in accordance with requirements. * Evaluates supplier proposal responses. * Conducts price and cost analysis. * Evaluates and score supplier responses with regard to pricing and terms/conditions with suppliers. * Identifies and resolves moderate issues and problems within competition process. * Analyse risks and identify risk mitigation * Interacts with stakeholders as required. * Must have the interpersonal skills to deal effectively with supplier related issues of varying degrees of complexity and work issues to resolution. * Support senior staff and management as directed. Basic Qualifications * CIPS or studying for CIPS * Successful track record of managing a variety of procurements, interfacing with internal customers, other functional support staff, and suppliers. * Strong organisational, written and oral communication skills. * Must be able to work independently, establish priorities, and meet deadlines with minimal supervision. * Ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment. * Attention to detail and problem-solving skills, strong time management skills and the ability to prioritize work. * Experience negotiating terms and conditions * Experience in the bid and new business proposal phases of a programme. 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.
PEGA Programme Manager We are looking for an experienced PEGA Architect to own the end to end delivery of the customer's PEGA workbench programme. You will represent the business's business interests to the implementation partner and ensure the solution is delivered on time, within budget, and in line with business outcomes, and that it is adopted by end users. You will have strong, credible knowledge of PEGA. Responsibilities: - 15+ years in IT program or project management, with 5+ years delivering Pega low-code platform programs - Proven track record delivering at least two end-to-end Pega implementations (case management, customer service, or operations workbench) - Strong working knowledge of Pega Platform concepts: case management, data model, UI, integrations, guardrails, and deployment - Experience managing SI/vendor partners from the customer side, including commercial and performance management - Hands-on experience with Agile at scale (Scrum, SAFe, or hybrid) and Pega Express The role is inside IR35 and requires three days in the office (Stratford Upon Avon) per week. The contract is for 8 months. To be considered for the role please send over your latest CV. 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.
IT Manager Our Client is a Bank based in Central London, are looking to recruit an IT Manager ideally with at least 2 years of experience in IT within the financial industry and overall 7 to 10 years of experience in IT. You will be working in a small team managing the day-to-day technology infrastructure to ensure that the Bank can operate efficiently. Cybersecurity Strategy and Planning Evaluate and proritize security initiatives for the branch in London in collaboration with GT (Group Technology) - Group IT Security. Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats and trends and escalate risks promptly. Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR and any other applicable to the IT). Evaluate GT s compliance with relevant regulatory standards (eg ISO 27001) as part of critical vendor performance assessment ensuring operational resilience is maintained. In collaboration with GT, manage security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and antivirus software. In collaboration with GT, Develop and test incident response plans and coordinate responses to security incidents and breaches Raise awareness of cybersecurity issues among bank London employees; conduct annual training /workshops to educate staff on security best practices aligned with GT. Other Duties Maintain professional and technical knowledge (Conduct Rule 2) e.g. by attending educational workshops; read professional publications; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices etc where relevant. Collaborate with stakeholders to handle backlogs and new requirements - Resolve conflicts and remove blockers for the team - Monitor, track and uphold quality of deliverables. Be the point of contact for external communications and facilitate internal communication for effective collaboration on IT related matters. Ensure work deliverables are in compliance with policies and regulatory requirements . Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards. To act as second/third level support with GT for support related issues. To comply with all applicable FCA/PRA conduct rules. Compliance with all mandatory training as set by the Branch/Group. Technical/Functional skills - Proficient in common operating systems o Windows 10, Windows Server 2018 and above o Redhat Linux based Operating System - Software proficiency o VMWare v6.7 and above o Veeam Backup and Replication o Symantec Endpoint Protection o Symantec Endpoint Encryption o ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus o Microsoft Office 365 o Bloomberg FXT/eikons o Murex Treasury System o SWIFT Alliance Access (SAA) - Networking (IT) o Cisco Switches and Routers o Fortigate Firewalls o LAN/WAN Routing - Hardware o Dell PowerEdge Servers o Dell PowerVault SAN Storage - Data analysis - Basic PC/Laptop support (formatting, imaging, etc) - Experience of writing and updating IT policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines Personal skills (Soft Competencies [Core/Leadership]) - Committed and dedicated to team deliverables. - Ownership of the business - Strong interpersonal stakeholders management skills - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Ability to train IT staff, supervise and motivate team members for high performance - Experience in coordinating installations, upgrades, and maintenance - Knowledge of architecture processes and performance reports of operating systems - Strong analytical/critical thinking skills - Ability to understand and oversee code development Qualifications: Bachelors degree qualification in relevant discipline Professional Qualification and/or Regulatory, Licensing requirements Project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is highly desirable. Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) are highly desirable. Relevant Work Experience At least 6 years of experience in IT within the financial/banking industry is preferable. Minimum of 2 years experience in managing staff or managing teams in a cross functional set-up. The position is based in Central London and is hybrid 3 days w eek in the office. The salary for this position will be up to £65K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.
Data Engineering Lead 4 days onsite in London 6 Months initial contract Key Responsibilities: Data engineering and product delivery -Design, build and deliver new data products in response to operational needs -Develop, maintain and improve data pipelines. -Use predominantly open-source technologies to create practical data solutions. -Build solutions from the ground up within short and potentially changing delivery timescales. -Contribute to data cataloguing and the effective organisation of data assets. -Adapt designs and engineering priorities when operational requirements change. Platforms and engineering practices -Contribute to the platform and infrastructure supporting data products. -Work in Linux or Unix environments. -Apply continuous integration and continuous delivery practices. -Use containerisation and orchestration technologies when developing and deploying solutions. -Support engineering within an Azure Stack Hub environment. -Evaluate or work with emerging technologies where relevant, including pipeline orchestration and graph database tools. Essential -Python -Open-source data engineering technologies -Data pipeline development -Linux or Unix -Continuous integration and continuous delivery -Containerisation -Kubernetes Preferred -Apache Airflow -OpenSearch -Azure -Azure Stack Hub -Apache Kafka -Data cataloguing tools and practices -Apache NiFi -Graph databases 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.
The CAD and Design Engineering Expert will have extensive knowledge of Fusion in-vessel components, specialising in the design, development, and optimisation of complex engineering solutions for fusion energy systems. They will be proficient in advanced 3D CAD modelling, detailed design, manufacturing drawings, and engineering analysis, with a strong understanding of in-vessel structures, remote handling requirements, high-vacuum environments, and nuclear engineering standards. They will be experienced in supporting the full product lifecycle from concept design through to manufacture, assembly, testing, and installation, while ensuring compliance with quality, safety, and performance requirements. They will be a strong communicator with a proven ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams and deliver innovative solutions to challenging technical problems. 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.
An SC Cleared User Researcher role, hybrid working out of either Leeds or Corsham 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.
DevSecOps Engineer Must have an Active DV Clearance DevSecOps Engineer Responsibilities Develop and document reusable automation scripts and Infrastructure as Code artefacts using Ansible and Terraform. Configure, build and support CI/CD pipelines to facilitate secure build and test automation. Lead technical implementation and design activities, assessing options and making technical design decisions. Advise senior customers and engineering teams on DevSecOps technologies, tooling, automation and secure engineering practices. Work with the DevSecOps Tech Lead, Product Owners and Scrum Master to prioritise work and manage risks and dependencies. Ensure the DevSecOps implementation meets requirements and aligns with business outcomes and security needs. Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on technical implementation decisions. Contribute to team planning and report progress to the Solution Owner. Define the support approach in collaboration with Service and Support teams. Engage with other technical teams to drive tooling adoption and manage dependencies. DevSecOps Engineer Skills and Experience Strong DevSecOps engineering and automation experience. Hands-on Build Automation experience using Ansible. Strong Infrastructure as Code experience using Terraform. Experience configuring and building CI/CD pipelines. Strong understanding of DevOps tooling, automation technologies and secure engineering processes. Experience developing reusable automation scripts and Infrastructure as Code artefacts. Experience leading technical implementation and design activities. Experience working across both Windows and Linux operating systems. Agile and sprint-based delivery experience would be advantageous. Experience mentoring engineers and providing technical guidance. Strong customer-facing communication and stakeholder management skills. To apply, please send your CV by pressing the apply button. Due to high volume of applications, only shortlisted CVs will be contacted. 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.
