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IT Operations Platforms and Security Lead In summary the Client is looking to recruit an all-round individual with expert knowledge and hands-on experience of IT Infrastructure coupled with Security, Compliance & Risk Management You must have upwards of 10 years hands-on expertise in IT Infrastructure combined with Security and Risk – ideally from within the banking or insurance sector. The IT Operational Platform and Security Lead is responsible for overseeing the organisation’s IT operations, ensuring the stability, continuity, security, and efficiency of its technology platforms within a global commercial insurance environment. While Microsoft technologies (Microsoft 365, Azure, Exchange Online) form a core part of the infrastructure, the role also encompasses broader enterprise IT systems, multi layered networking, security, data management, and third-party platforms that support global business operations and the associated applications estate. The role requires a proactive leader who can drive IT operational excellence, manage security risks, focus on continual service improvement, drive transformational delivery projects, and work effectively with internal stakeholders and third-party vendors to deliver a high-quality Global IT services. Working in line with the Architecture defined IT principle of a "buy before build" environment, the individual will need to ensure that outsourced and cloud-based services are robust, cost-effective, and aligned with business needs and the Strategic IT vision. They will also play a key role in enhancing cybersecurity, protecting data and systems, driving transformative operational change, enhancing IT processes and ensuring compliance with governance bodies and industry regulations. Due to the nature of the role, complexity of the estate, current transformation activities and team size, the role requires the functional capability and proficiency to technically augment the team capabilities (when required) and have a detailed knowledge of technical IT support roles/services as a requirement, across multiple technical areas. Security, Compliance & Risk Management Define and enforce cloud security policies, identity management, and access controls to protect systems, networks, and data. Oversee the adoption of zero-trust security principles to enhance protection across cloud platforms. Manage identity and access management (IAM) in a cloud-first environment, including Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, SSO, and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Lead threat monitoring, detection, and response using cloud-native security solutions such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and SIEM platforms. Ensure compliance with cloud security frameworks and regulatory requirements (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, SOC2, FCA). Conduct regular security risk assessments, penetration tests, and vulnerability management across cloud services. Oversee endpoint security, cloud network and API security for robust protection across all assets Define, manage and maintain accurate DR and BCP plans for the infrastructure area with biannual tests. Technical Experience Microsoft Azure Infrastructure design and administration, including topology, Azure networking, services, and component knowledge, Microsoft AD (Entra), Server and SQL experience, O365 administration and design Global Software Patching and estate management via Intune Firewall (Azure, CheckPoint and Cloudflare), DNS, VPN, WIFI and Local Area Network design & administration experience Software Defined Networking (Cisco, Meraki, Versa) Key Skills Microsoft 365 & Azure: Strong experience managing Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams), Azure cloud infrastructure, and security tools such as Microsoft Defender and Sentinel. Security & Compliance: Deep knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS), compliance requirements (GDPR, SOC2), and risk management best practices. Identity & Access Management (IAM): Expertise in Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, Single Sign-On (SSO), and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Threat Management & Incident Response: Ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate cyber threats using SIEM, endpoint security, and vulnerability management tools. Networking & Infrastructure Security: Understanding of firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN, DNS security, endpoint protection, and cloud security controls. IT Service Management & Automation: Experience implementing ITIL-based service management, automating operational tasks, and optimising service delivery. Operational & Leadership Skills: IT Operations & Service Continuity: Ability to ensure IT systems are highly available, resilient, and fit for purpose, with a strong focus on business continuity and disaster recovery. Supplier & Vendor Management: Experience managing third-party IT vendors, MSPs, and SaaS providers, ensuring service levels, performance, and cost-effectiveness. Project Leadership & Change Management: Ability to lead technology projects, system upgrades, and platform migrations, ensuring smooth execution and minimal business disruption. Process Improvement & Automation: Strong analytical mindset to identify inefficiencies, automate workflows, and enhance security controls. Skills & Mindset: Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Capable of making informed decisions and resolving complex IT issues in a fast-paced environment. Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership and business users. Resilience & Adaptability: Comfortable working in an evolving technology landscape, with a proactive and security-first approach. The Client is a financial organisation based in the City of London. This is a hybrid position with 3 days in the office. Must have a Bachelor’s degree in IT or similar. The salary for this role will be in the range £85K - £95K plus Benefits. 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At CGI, we help clients deliver critical digital transformation programmes that improve public services at scale. As a Microsoft Dynamics 365 Technical Architect, you’ll play a key role in assuring the architecture and delivery of a high-profile client programme that supports essential nationwide services. Working across complex enterprise environments, you’ll help ensure scalable, secure, and resilient Dynamics 365 solutions that drive operational efficiency and service reliability. You’ll collaborate with talented teams, influence strategic decisions, and contribute to meaningful outcomes in a supportive environment where innovation, ownership, and professional growth are encouraged. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK ‘Best Employer’ by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you’ll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We’ll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. You will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position with potentially 2 days a week working on site at one of the following CGI and client offices; Nottingham, Bristol, or Birmingham.

IT Support Analyst with 1 and 2 Level Support We are looking for IT Support Analyst with 1st and 2nd Level experience cloud infrastructure (Saas) endpoint management (Intune) administrator, networking, azure and Office 365 hands-on support administrator. This role would require a service-oriented attitude, excellent verbal and written skills and a high focus on the quality of work towards end user support. Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities Troubleshoot, diagnose issues affecting both Mac and Windows end point devices. End User Support and IT service desk ticketing ownership. Proficient with M365 and associated components. Azure administration and service troubleshooting. Intune (device setup enrolment and configuration). MS Teams configuration and troubleshooting. Outlook (OWA) and local app setup, configuration and troubleshooting. One Drive (configuration and setup). Azure User account management. Documentation of procedures and standards (user guidance adoption etc). DNS management. Google Workspace exposure (Gdrive - Gmail etc). Mobile device configuration f (Outlook and Teams App). Setup of new, moving and leaving users. Be cognizant of operational security identifying changes to reduce risks. Adobe InDesign and related services support. Meeting room service management (Zoom and Teams). Knowbe4 training platform exposure and administration. Required 3 + Years’ Experience in an IT Engineer. Proven experience within a Microsoft environment. Excellent people, communication, end user service skills. This is a hybrid position based in the City of Lon for 6 month duration as an FTC. Salary will be circa £25K - £30K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

IT Infrastructure Team Lead Our Client has a great opportunity to play a key role as an IT Infrastructure Team Leader. You will be leading a team of highly skilled infrastructure professionals, third party management and will have responsibility for all infrastructure services. This covers network, hosting, and server infrastructure (on-premises and cloud). As IT Infrastructure Team Leader, you will have highly developed leadership skills, strong technical IT infrastructure skills and have proven experience effectively delivering infrastructure projects. We are looking for an Infrastructure Team Leader with at least 5 to 7 years proven hands-on expertise who has knowledge managing & improving technologies, security, and compliance for internal led standards. Main Accountabilities Responsible for managing, mentoring, and developing a team of highly skilled 3rd line infrastructure engineers, ensuring a high performing team Work closely with the IT management team, 3rd parties, and business and product owners to deliver efficient infrastructure services, ensuring excellent working relationships exist and the department benefits from collaborative working and the sharing of knowledge Management, administration, and operational support of the infrastructure Contribute to the effective governance of project deliverables to ensure solutions are fit for purpose and adhere to the IT Infrastructure roadmaps and architectural strategy Managing Incidents and Requests in line with agreed SLA's/OLA's Providing a first point of escalation for the team in respect of service/delivery issues Proactive incident, problem, change and configuration management Management of resources ensuring adequate cover is maintained to deliver the existing support requirements Ensuring effective DR/BCP plans exist to deliver the required RPOs and RTOs for all infrastructure services, including regular testing Managing effective and value adding third party relationships. Key Requirements Proven experience of supporting a large 24x7 operations, and experience of leading a multi-skilled team through change and transition Technically delivered a Cloud migration project Exceptional people management skills to inspire and motivate a team of highly technical specialists Managing internal and third-party resources as required to plan, design, build and run the enterprise IT infrastructure Experience of delivering infrastructure changes within a fast paced, high frequency change environment An excellent understanding of enterprise best practice infrastructure management, including use of automation/orchestration, monitoring, and logging Previous experience working in mixed on-premises/cloud environments e.g., Azure/AWS Working knowledge of information security threats and the best way to prevent them Minimum ITIL V3 Foundation certified and significant experience in ITIL aligned environments Excellent stakeholder management experience Have a broad understanding of relevant technologies and the opportunities they provide to enhance our service offerings – examples are: Microsoft based server infrastructures and back-office technologies Linux/open-source technologies Experience of delivering solutions using a mix of on premise, hybrid and SaaS, PaaS and IaaS models Virtualisation technologies Data Centre and Edge Networking Infrastructure and Endpoint security technologies Office 365 and Microsoft Azure Scripting, PowerShell, Ansible The Client is based in Paddington London. The salary for this position is in the range £65K - £75K plus benefits. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

IT Infrastructure Engineer Our Client is a Global organisation with offices in the City of London. They are now looking to recruit an IT infrastructure system support and maintenance Engineer with at least 5 years experience in 1 to 3 level experience in support. You will be working with users using Japanese and English, working closely with related parties to ensure a coordinated approach to IT infrastructure support and projects. IT Infrastructure Engineer IT Infrastructure related project Communicate and coordinate with the person in charge of the project in HQ (in Japanese) Communicate and coordinate with the user in each office (in English) Provide support for to end users during system deployment/migration(User manual, user training) Global User Support Act as 2/3 line support for IT infrastructure related enquiries and incidents. Escalate the incidents to the appropriate vendors. Incident management with the ticketing system (etc. ServiceNow). Skills / Knowledge: Technical Proven working experience in IT Service management operations Basic network knowledge (e.g. TCP/IP, proxy, firewall, switching, routing and WiFi) Basic operation system knowledge (e.g. Windows10, Windows server, Azure) Basic Microsoft Office 365 knowledge Second line level technical support and problem-solving skill Candidate needs to have strong interpersonal communication skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Adoptability to work in a fast-changing environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficient in English & Japanese language skills (Reading/Writing/Speaking). User facing support skills Self-motivated and an innovative mindset Experience: 3 to 5+ years IT experience in a corporate environment. Second line technical support System Maintenance Microsoft Windows, Windows Server, Virtual desktop, Microsoft365 Cisco/Fortinet Project management experience preferred. The salary for this position will be in the range £35K - £45K. The Client is based in the City of London. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Our client is currently looking for an experienced VMware Architect with strong background in VMware Horizon and VDI Architectures. This role is remote with very occasional travel to the Hague, the Netherlands. Please note that due to nature of the role candidates need to hold at least one of the required clearances: SC, DV, NATO Secret, NATO CTS. Required skills and experience: - VMware Horizon / VDI Architectures Horizon Connection Server, Unified Access Gateway, Desktop Pools, Instant Clones / Linked Clones, Golden Images and Image Lifecycle Management. - FSLogix Profile Containers, Office Containers, Cloud Cache and troubleshooting of profile issues - VMware Dynamic Environment Manager / DEM Profile management, roaming profiles and application masking - VMware App Volumes / Application Packaging and application deployment in VDI environments - Windows Work Folders, Windows Distributed File System / DFS and user-related data storage concepts - vSphere / VCF9-relevant fundamentals for VDI operations, including compute, storage and network dependencies - Windows client and server operating systems in a VDI context - GPOs, login scripts, user environment settings and policy-based configurations - Login VSI, ControlUp or comparable end-user monitoring and performance analysis tools Analysis of login times, profile loading processes, session stability, application startup and resource utilization 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.

HSE are looking for a Data & MI Analyst to support transformation projects that help protect people and create safer workplaces across Great Britain. About the role You’ll join the Change Team within HSE’s Operational Services Division, working alongside analysts, change specialists and delivery professionals to support major transformation and improvement work. This role is all about using data to solve real business problems, helping shape services, improve performance and support better decision-making across HSE. You’ll work on a mix of digital and operational projects, turning complex data into clear, actionable insight. What you’ll be doing Analysing complex data to identify trends, risks and opportunities Translating business problems into data-driven solutions Building data models and supporting service and process design Creating reports, dashboards and performance frameworks Defining KPIs and measuring the impact of change initiatives Using tools like SQL, Power BI and Excel for analysis and reporting Working with stakeholders to explain insights and support decisions Supporting transformation projects and continuous improvement work Mentoring or supporting junior colleagues where needed

Graduate Recruitment Consultant - Technology (USA Market) Bristol City Centre £26,000 starting salary + First Year OTE £40,000 + Uncapped Commission (up to 40%) + Fast Progression + Training + International Opportunities + 10:30am Start + Early Friday Finish Are you a graduate or ambitious salesperson who wants more from your career? More progression, more earning potential, and more opportunity to grow? Do you want to be part of a high-performing team where success is celebrated, and your results directly shape your income, your development, and your future? At Rise Technical Recruitment , we're offering the chance to fast-track your career in sales and recruitment, working with clients across the USA Technology market , one of the most lucrative industries in the world. This isn't a typical graduate job. You'll be trained, trusted, and empowered to build relationships, close deals, and grow your own business within our brand. The harder you work, the faster you progress. Many of our leaders started exactly where you are now. Our USA Division has grown rapidly, with new offices opened in Miami and Austin last year, and this is just the start. Join our Bristol HQ and be part of the team driving that growth. What's in it for you Uncapped commission, earning up to 40% of what you bill Fast progression with clear routes to management and directorship Full training and development, no experience required International opportunities working with clients across the USA A social, supportive culture where success is celebrated Hybrid working once you are autonomous in the role Hours: Monday-Thursday 10:30am-7pm, Friday 8am-4pm (early finish) What you'll be doing Building your own client base across the USA tech market Developing long-term relationships with clients and candidates Headhunting top talent and managing the recruitment process end to end Working towards targets, celebrating your wins, and constantly improving Who we're looking for Graduates or sales professionals looking for a big career move Confident communicators who enjoy working with people Resilient, ambitious, and motivated by success Driven by clear goals, both personal and professional Ready to learn, work hard, and build something long term We believe in potential, not just experience Even if you don't tick every box, if you've got ambition, drive, and a growth mindset, we want to hear from you. Apply now via or click 'Apply Now' to start your journey with us. Rise Technical Recruitment - positively changing lives.. 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.

IT Infrastructure Engineer 2 and 3 Line with Japanese Our Client an global company are looking to recruit an IT Support Engineer with 2 and 3 Line experience. You must be able speak in both English and Japanese. IT infrastructure system support and maintenance. Liaison with end user using Japanese and English, working closely with related parties to ensure a coordinated approach to IT infrastructure support and projects. Key Responsibilities: IT Infrastructure Engineer IT Infrastructure related project Communicate and coordinate with the person in charge of the project in HQ (in Japanese) Communicate and coordinate with the user in each office (in English) Provide support for to end users during system deployment/migration(User manual, user training) Global User Support Act as 2/3 line support for IT infrastructure related enquiries and incidents. Escalate the incidents to the appropriate vendors. Incident management with the ticketing system (etc. ServiceNow). Skills / Knowledge: Technical Proven working experience in IT Service management operations Basic network knowledge (e.g. TCP/IP, proxy, firewall, switching, routing and WiFi) Basic operation system knowledge (e.g. Windows10, Windows server, Azure) Basic Microsoft Office 365 knowledge Second line level technical support and problem-solving skill Communication Candidate needs to have strong interpersonal communication skills Ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Adoptability to work in a fast-changing environment Strong written and verbal communication skills Proficient in English & Japanese language skills (Reading/Writing/Speaking). User facing support skills Self-motivated and an innovative mindset Experience: 3+ years IT experience in a corporate environment. Second line technical support System Maintenance Microsoft Windows, Windows Server, Virtual desktop, Microsoft365 Cisco/Fortinet Project management experience preferred. The position is based in the City of London. The salary will be £40K - £50K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Graduate Recruitment Consultant - Technology & IT, UK Market Bristol City Centre £26,000 starting salary + Year 1 OTE £45,000 + Uncapped Commission (up to 40%) + Fast Progression + Training + International Opportunities Are you a graduate or ambitious salesperson who wants more from your career? More progression, more earning potential, and more opportunity to grow? Do you want to be part of a high-performing team where success is celebrated, and your results directly shape your income, your development, and your future? At Rise Technical Recruitment , we're offering the chance to fast-track your career in sales and recruitment, working with clients across the UK Technology market , one of the most lucrative industries in the world. This isn't a typical graduate job. You'll be trained, trusted, and empowered to build relationships, close deals, and grow your own business within our brand. The harder you work, the faster you progress. Many of our leaders started exactly where you are now. Our UK Tech Division has grown rapidly, join our Bristol HQ and be part of the team driving that growth. What's in it for you Uncapped commission, earning up to 40% of what you bill Fast progression with clear routes to management and directorship Full training and development, no experience required A social, supportive culture where success is celebrated Hybrid working once you are autonomous in the role Hours: Monday-Thursday 8am-5pm, Friday 8am-4pm What you'll be doing Building your own client base across the UK tech market Developing long-term relationships with clients and candidates Headhunting top talent and managing the recruitment process end to end Working towards targets, celebrating your wins, and constantly improving Who we're looking for Graduates or sales professionals looking for a big career move Confident communicators who enjoy working with people Resilient, ambitious, and motivated by success Driven by clear goals, both personal and professional Ready to learn, work hard, and build something long term 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.

Technology Planning and Governance Manager Be responsible for the ongoing development and maintenance of the technology alignment roadmap for Corporate working closely with senior stakeholders, systems owners and 3 parties to deliver innovation. Lead day-to-day support and management of the core business Applications Portfolio lifecycle including but not limited to Finance, Legal, Property, Pensions, Treasury, HR, Business Development, Payroll and our Corporate Intranet ensuring that delivery of change is fit for purpose, of high quality, reliable and secure. Role Responsibilities Drive customer-centricity and stakeholder engagement, work closely with Corp functions to align application roadmaps with the combined Corp IT / SSC annual technology plans and dependencies. Work with senior stakeholders to build, document and map business capability to solution architecture across the Corp. Take ownership and develop a technology roadmap that meets the application requirements of the Corp to support the wider Company businesses. Evaluate the potential impacts of application workloads moving to cloud, notwithstanding the threats and opportunities for Corp functions. Shape, create and present business cases for high level initiatives, seek approval, funding and prioritisation with senior stakeholders. Understand the capital allocation requirement across the Corp functions plus the overall impact of application change on the operational expenditure budget. Align technology roadmaps and annual budget planning, use as the foundation for reporting on the state of the Corp Application portfolio. Provide technical leadership for Corp initiatives engaging across the Company where corporate applications service the wider businesses. Solve complex business problems with process and technology that cut across Corp group such as Identity and Access Management. Document and review IT standards, procedures and policies to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Liaise with internal and external audit teams. Develop and adapt innovation tools and processes to drive operational excellence within Corp IT. Establish and maintain a consistent and integrated approach to information security and data protection governance in line with audit requirements. Create alignment on how to utilise governance forums such as User Experience and Architecture to improve services delivered to Corp functions. Manage solution architects, contractors, 3 Parties and business analyst in the future. Experience Required Significant and relevant progressive IT experience Experience of being in a practical solution planning and technical architecture design role is essential e.g. SaaS, Identity and Access Management Good understanding of emerging and innovative technologies, how to shape, deliver and leverage those technologies Experience of architecture business capability mapping, data management governance, technology roadmaps and project delivery lifecycle processes. Experience of ensuring compliance between corporate business application roadmaps and IT roadmaps. Experience of working within an ITIL service management environment with strong knowledge of business systems or applications within a corporate environment. Ability to deal with and manage conflicts whilst building successful business relationships across a range of stakeholder groups both internal and external to the organisation. Proven leadership skills, setting objectives and ensuring delivery of services to target Proven contract management, supplier management, procurement, and vendor selection experience Experience of systems such as Microsoft Office 365, Dynamics 365, SAP Success Factors, Treasury Openlink Findur, CMS, BACs Payment Platforms, Microsoft Power BI, Integration/ETL, Azure Active Directory Single Sign On and other bespoke applications Experience in executing business continuity planning and IT DRP Creating solution and technical application architectures, IT standards and policies Day-to-Day management of the Application Portfolio, its currency, dependencies and risk Technical lead on major system changes and upgrades Responsible for the development and management of Solution Architects, Business Analyst and contract resources Provide support to Corporate functions and wider businesses to enable them to optimise their use of corporate applications Vendor Management and selection (RFIs / RFP support) The Client is based in Central London. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

At CGI, we empower the next generation of innovators to shape the future of technology and security. As part of #GenerationCGI , you’ll join a community of graduates who are turning ambition into action and possibility into progress. The Role – Business Graduate - Consultant - Human Centred Design As a Graduate Business Consultant you’ll join our Human-Centred Design team within CGI’s Global Technology Operations (GTO) business area, where creativity, collaboration, and problem solving are central to the work we do. From day one, you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects that make a real impact. Our graduates are trusted with responsibility from day one, contributing to some of the UK’s most exciting industries. You’ll contribute to the design of intuitive, accessible, and meaningful products and services that deliver positive outcomes for clients and communities. Working alongside experienced consultants, designers, and technologists, you’ll develop creative and technical skills while gaining hands-on experience across a variety of industries. CGI empowers graduates to bring fresh thinking, collaborate openly, and grow in a supportive environment where curiosity, creativity, and innovation are encouraged.

Helpdesk and Desktop Support Analyst Our Client a retail bank – based in the City London – is looking to recruit Helpdesk and Desktop Support Analyst with 4 to 5 years proven experience. Responsible for the full range of user support, including desktop and peripheral hardware support, application support, network connectivity and remote connectivity. Remote and telephone support of mobile/European users will also be required. -Work within the Service Desk team in supporting and delivering all aspect of services -1/2 line support (capable of root cause analysis) -Remote branch support using Remote Assistance -Active Directory user starter/leaver process -Customer facing, support of internal banking staff, VIPs -Maintenance and support of desktops, laptops, Blackberry’s -SLA targets -Ad-hoc project involvement -Ideally with experience of supporting desktop platforms for banking environments -Experience in operational deployments. Desktop, operating system refresh cycle -Service Desk ticket software -Market data products -ITIL, Microsoft certifications advantageous -Maintains industry recognised skills through training or self-study methods Technical Skills -Supporting Microsoft operating systems, office suite -TCP/IP, basic networking skills -Root cause analysis and remediation Technologies -Windows 7 -Office 2013 -Xenapp published applications, support -Desktop hardware, laptops, Blackberry’s deployments Citrix The salary for this role will be in the range £40K - £55K plus benefits. The Client is based in the City close to Liverpool Street and Bank stations. The role will require you to be in the office 3 days a week for the time being and fulltime in the office at some point in the future. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Senior System Analyst with QA Our Client is a global company based out of Trumbull CT USA. You must have at least 7 years expertise as a Senior Systems Analyst coupled with at least 5 years QA skills. The Sr. System Analyst / QA will be part of an Integration team that is accountable for technical deliveries of integration projects and system enhancements, and production support services. The candidate is expected to work closely with applications, analytics, infrastructure, security, compliance, PMO, QA, and system analysis teams. Must be a strong analytical problem solver and creative thinker with the ability to ask the right questions and develop a point of view that will influence technical decisions. Be a disciplined self-starter and will deliver quality solutions to our global business. Team-play and visibility through routine and precise reporting and following of methods and processes is a major aspect of the work and can be a major success factor. This is a senior role that requires analysing complex problems and translate business needs into technical understanding and vice-versa, understand technical details sufficiently to conduct white-box testing and to reverse engineer, and own the projects/tasks to ensure the quality of the delivery. The ability and willingness to thoroughly document all the aspects of the integration projects/tasks is a key requirement for this role. Light-duty hands-on programming is also expected. Technical skills: In-depth knowledge and thorough experience in understanding and testing a variety of integrations. Understanding and experience with defect tracking processes and tools. Thorough experience in understanding, analyzing, and white-box testing (end-to-end) of integrations built using/with Azure integration tools like Data factory, LogicApps, Functions, API Management, Data catalog, WebApps, Integration service environment, configuring monitoring & diagnostics, etc., and connectivity & security configurations. Experience in understanding, analyzing, and white-box testing Azure data storage (Data lake, Synapse, etc.) & access tools, APIs, cloud connectivity, and ETL solutions. In-depth understanding of and experience with SOAP, XML, REST, JSON, EDI, XSLT, Async/Sync, Request/Response, Service Bus, Publish/Subscribe, Batch/Real-time, Scheduling, Event triggers, etc. Strong command over data analysis tools (e.g. MS Excel) and Documentation tools (e.g. MS Word) Experience with analyzing and testing APIs using Postman, SOAPUI, or similar tools. Experience in automated testing using relevant QA tools or by building custom scripts. Understanding of and light-duty programming experience using MS SQL Server (SSIS, T-SQL, Stored procedures, Functions, Views, Queries, Datatype conversions, etc.). High-level knowledge of architecture of the cloud and on-prem MSFT Suite (e.g. Share point) and Integration platforms architecture (e.g. BizTalk, MuleSoft, or similar), etc. Some experience in understanding, analyzing, and white-box testing of MS Office/MS Office 365 suite, SharePoint Online, Power Apps/Power Automate, GitHub, MS Teams, etc. Solid fundamentals and thorough understanding of exception handling principles and production/operational support solutions (alerts, dashboards, runbooks, etc.) Thorough understanding and practice/experience of identifying and high-level investigating performance issues to pin-point problem areas Experience with MS D365, ServiceNow, Azure Analytics tools, Azure Data lake, Azure Synapse, Azure BYOD & Data verse, Azure DevOps, Informatica, BI tools, etc., is a big plus. The role will be based in Trumbull, Connecticut USA. The salary for this role will be in the range $90K - $135K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with salary and availability.

IT Technology Planning & Governance Manager with Enterprise Architect Solutions Our Client is a leading company in the UK who are looking to recruit a candidate with at least 10 years expertise in IT technology and governance planning with Enterprise Architect Solutions experience. The role is Technology Planning Manager where you be responsible for the ongoing development and maintenance of the technology alignment roadmap for Corporate working closely with senior stakeholders, systems owners and 3 parties to deliver innovation. Lead day-to-day support and management of the core business Applications Portfolio lifecycle including but not limited to Finance, Legal, Property, Pensions, Treasury, HR, Business Development, Payroll and our Corporate Intranet ensuring that delivery of change is fit for purpose, of high quality, reliable and secure. Role Responsibilities Drive customer-centricity and stakeholder engagement, work closely with Corp functions to align application roadmaps with the combined Corp IT / SSC annual technology plans and dependencies. Work with senior stakeholders to build, document and map business capability to solution architecture across the Corp. Take ownership and develop a technology roadmap that meets the application requirements of the Corp to support the wider Company businesses. Evaluate the potential impacts of application workloads moving to cloud, notwithstanding the threats and opportunities for Corp functions. Shape, create and present business cases for high level initiatives, seek approval, funding and prioritisation with senior stakeholders. Understand the capital allocation requirement across the Corp functions plus the overall impact of application change on the operational expenditure budget. Align technology roadmaps and annual budget planning, use as the foundation for reporting on the state of the Corp Application portfolio. Provide technical leadership for Corp initiatives engaging across the Company where corporate applications service the wider businesses. Solve complex business problems with process and technology that cut across Corp group such as Identity and Access Management. Document and review IT standards, procedures and policies to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements. Liaise with internal and external audit teams. Develop and adapt innovation tools and processes to drive operational excellence within Corp IT. Establish and maintain a consistent and integrated approach to information security and data protection governance in line with audit requirements. Create alignment on how to utilise governance forums such as User Experience and Architecture to improve services delivered to Corp functions. Manage solution architects, contractors, 3 Parties and business analyst in the future. Experience Required Significant and relevant progressive IT experience Experience of being in a practical solution planning and technical architecture design role is essential e.g. SaaS, Identity and Access Management Good understanding of emerging and innovative technologies, how to shape, deliver and leverage those technologies Experience of architecture business capability mapping, data management governance, technology roadmaps and project delivery lifecycle processes. Experience of ensuring compliance between corporate business application roadmaps and IT roadmaps. Experience of working within an ITIL service management environment with strong knowledge of business systems or applications within a corporate environment. Ability to deal with and manage conflicts whilst building successful business relationships across a range of stakeholder groups both internal and external to the organisation. Proven leadership skills, setting objectives and ensuring delivery of services to target Proven contract management, supplier management, procurement, and vendor selection experience Experience of systems such as Microsoft Office 365, Dynamics 365, SAP Success Factors, Treasury Openlink Findur, CMS, BACs Payment Platforms, Microsoft Power BI, Integration/ETL, Azure Active Directory Single Sign On and other bespoke applications Experience in executing business continuity planning and IT DRP Creating solution and technical application architectures, IT standards and policies Day-to-Day management of the Application Portfolio, its currency, dependencies and risk Technical lead on major system changes and upgrades Responsible for the development and management of Solution Architects, Business Analyst and contract resources Provide support to Corporate functions and wider businesses to enable them to optimise their use of corporate applications Vendor Management and selection (RFIs / RFP support) The Client is based in Central London. The salary for this role will be in the range of £90K - £110K + Benefits. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.