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Our telecommunications client is looking for an established Solution Design Authority. This is a 3 months contract initially and the role is outside IR35. The role is remote with potential ad hoc travel to client office. Please note that due to nature of the role SC clearance is required. Key accountabilities and decision ownership: * Technical accountability and leadership of the virtual team responsible for the detailed design, development, delivery, and test of complex customer solutions working alongside the Project Manager providing assurance and governance for technical components of the solution. * Low level discovery of existing solution components and owner of the transition from existing to proposed solution * Sign off and acceptance of pre-sales High Level Design and statement of requirements on behalf of the Solution Integration team * Owner of the Solution Integration statement of work which translates the high-level design and requirements into detailed technical deliverables, identifying the risks, assumptions, issues, and dependencies for submission into the Programme risk register * Technical risk/issue ownership and management/resolution during solution delivery. * Operate the Solution Integration governance processes and to hold internal and external technical teams to account. Core competencies, knowledge, and experience: * Highly effective technical planning across customer, internal and 3rd Party technical teams * Builds influential and effective relationships with technical, service and delivery teams * Effective management of internal and external teams * Significant experience of fixed product market, in depth understanding of complex customer WAN and LAN solutions with awareness of other enterprise solutions * Proven track record for delivery of large scale, complex projects delivering IT/Telco customer solutions; demonstrable leadership skills and organisational experience * High standard of written & verbal communication skills * CCNA or CCNP Enterprise * In depth knowledge of IP Networking * Knowledge of WAN network elements and products, including 3G / 4G and satellite * Knowledge of Firewall solutions & platforms * Microsoft products - Excel is essential 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.

Senior IT Infrastructure & Systems Lead Our Client a bank, in Central London are looking for an experienced IT Infrastructure professional who is ideally looking for their next challenge in a dynamic and regulated financial services environment. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior IT Infrastructure Officer to lead the management, security, and continuous improvement of our enterprise IT infrastructure. The Senior IT Infrastructure Officer will be playing a key role in ensuring the availability, resilience, and performance of critical systems while supporting technologies across servers, networks, cloud services, cybersecurity, and business-critical financial applications. The candidate must have strong technical expertise in Windows/Linux, VMware, Microsoft 365, networking, cybersecurity, and infrastructure management who also enjoys solving complex challenges and driving operational excellence. Must have 7 years' experience in enterprise infrastructure, ideally within banking or financial services, and be passionate about delivering secure, reliable IT services.. The role will be Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5:30pm and reporting into the Head of IT & Data. Due to the nature of the role, the individual is expected to work in our offices, 5 days per week, during their probationary period Infrastructure & Systems Management · Administer, maintain, and optimize Windows and Linux server environments. · Manage VMware virtualized infrastructure (vSphere 8 and above). · Oversee enterprise backup and disaster recovery solutions using Veeam Backup & Replication. · Manage Veeam ONE monitoring and Veeam Recovery Orchestrator (VRO) environments. · Administer endpoint security and encryption solutions, including Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) and Symantec Endpoint Encryption (SEE). · Support endpoint DLP, SIEM, and security monitoring tools (eg, Splunk, Tenable). · Manage patching processes using ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus. · Support Microsoft 365 services and related cloud technologies. · In depth understanding of Cyber ​​security · Monitor system performance, capacity, availability, and infrastructure health. · Ensure compliance with IT governance, security policies, and operational standards. End-User Computing & Branch Support · Provide advanced desktop, laptop, printer, Mobile device (iOS) and branch office IT support. · Deliver AV support for meeting rooms, conferencing, presentations, and collaboration systems. · Manage OS deployment, imaging, image creation, maintenance, and software packaging. · Administer Active Directory (AD), Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and user provisioning and NTFS permissions. · Support Microsoft 365 applications including Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint. · Resolve technical incidents and service requests in line with agreed SLAs. 3. Enterprise Applications & Financial Systems Support · Support and administer business-critical applications, including: · Bloomberg FXT and Refinitiv Eikon, Murex Treasury System, SWIFT Alliance Access (SAA), 1AML, SIBS, GFMS, COP · Support enterprise file synchronization and replication solutions (eg, Syncovery, other SFTP). 4. Networking • Configure and support Cisco switches and routers. • Administer FortiGate firewall environments. • Strong network fundamentals: DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, Routing and connectivity troubleshooting. Monitor network performance, availability, and security posture. Security & Endpoint Management · Support vulnerability management using tools such as Tenable. · Manage security monitoring and log analysis tools (eg, Splunk). · Perform SSL/TLS certificate lifecycle management using OpenSSL. · Create and manage CSRs, certificate chains, and private keys. · Ensure adherence to cybersecurity policies, standards, and regulatory requirements. · Support physical access control systems (eg, Paxton) Operating Systems · Windows 11 · Windows Server 2019/2022 (or equivalent enterprise environments) Red Hat Linux Infrastructure & Virtualization · VMware vSphere / vCenter (v8.0.3 and above) Veeam Backup & Replication Veeam ONE, VRO Microsoft Office 365 · ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus SaaS solutions SQL Server Security · Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) · Symantec Endpoint Encryption (SEE) SentinelOne – EDR/XDR Endpoint DLP solutions Firewall administration · Vulnerability management tools (eg, Tenable) SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk) Networking Cisco Switches and Routers · FortiGate Firewalls · LAN/WAN networking and routing Hardware & Storage Dell PowerEdge Servers · Dell PowerVault SAN Storage Education Bachelor or Master's degree or professional qualification in relevant discipline (IT/Information Systems/Computer Science/Technology/Programming/Information Science/System Engineering/Computing) The role is based in Central London and initially will be 5 days per week in the office. This is a 12 month FTC position. The salary for the role will be around £70K - £75K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Senior Network Engineer 2 Year FTC Scunthorpe, North Lincolnshire Hybrid - 3 days in, 2 from home Up to £68,500 + great pension + 27 days holiday + bank holidays + life assurance + health cash plan + company sick pay + EAP + standby and call-out payments + excellent training and development opportunities. Are you an experienced Network Engineer looking for a varied role where you can take ownership of a multi-site infrastructure, influence technical design, and play a key part in delivering secure, high-performing network solutions? This is a hands-on position combining operational support with project delivery and solution design. You will be responsible for maintaining a complex multi-site network, ensuring performance, availability, and security across LAN, WAN, and wireless environments, while also contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. You will work closely with internal teams and third-party vendors, providing technical guidance and challenging solutions where needed to ensure they meet business and security requirements. Alongside this, you will support network-related projects and implement upgrades in line with change control processes. The role would suit someone with strong enterprise networking experience, confident in troubleshooting, documentation, and design input. In return, you will benefit from a supportive environment that invests in professional development and offers a comprehensive benefits package. The Role: *Support and maintain a multi-site network infrastructure across LAN, WAN and wireless *Diagnose and resolve incidents, carrying out root cause analysis *Implement network changes, upgrades, and improvements *Contribute to network design and review vendor proposals *Monitor network performance, capacity, and resilience The Person: *Strong experience in multi-site enterprise networking environments *Solid knowledge of routing, switching, VPNs, and network security *Hands-on experience with Cisco and Aruba technologies, including ClearPass *Experience working with firewalls such as Palo Alto or Fortinet *Strong troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills Reference Number: BBBH276136 Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

Network Developer Must have an active DV Clearance Network Developer Responsibilities Design and develop network solutions to meet evolving customer requirements. Deliver technical changes across global WAN and LAN environments. Configure, support, and troubleshoot network devices across complex infrastructures. Produce and maintain technical documentation including LLDs, Build Guides, and Work Instructions. Liaise with third-party vendors to investigate and resolve technical issues. Support IT Health Check activities and remediate identified vulnerabilities. Provide 3rd and 4th line support for live operational services. Contribute to service improvement, incident resolution, and technical assurance activities. Network Developer Skills and Experience Strong experience designing and implementing secure network solutions. Good knowledge of WAN routing and LAN switching technologies. Experience with MPLS, BGP, IPSec, GRE, and encryption technologies. Strong network troubleshooting and defect resolution capability. Experience configuring enterprise networking equipment. Ability to produce high-quality technical documentation. Experience working with third-party technology suppliers. Understanding of security best practice and vulnerability remediation. Experience supporting operational services within highly secure environments. 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.