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Network Infrastructure Support Engineer The role of the IT Infrastructure Engineer is to manage day to day activities to develop, deliver and support the infrastructure and upgrades needed to deliver this programme. You will be part of the 10 people UK ICT team but be assigned to the programme on a full-time basis. Provide technical and project management support Define, manage, track and proactively deliver technical solutions to achieve project goals Implement technical changes and solutions into the Companys environments Ensure all solutions are in line with Company policies and standards Act as interface between the project and BAU support team Fully document all solutions and activities You will be report to the Head of Global Infrastructure and the European IT Director Excellent communication skills, including including written and verbal You will have an understanding of ITIL, Prince 2 practices. Must have a MCP certification along with at least 5 years experience of desktop and application rollouts Ability to think creatively and problem solve and ability to work under pressure Must be able to document solutions and support users through system changes Should have effective time management and organisational skills Ability to learn knowledge of new systems quickly and apply them in the work environment Previous experience of supporting a school environment – desirable Should have the following technical skills: Microsoft Active Directory, Office 365 administration Windows 10 operating system Azure Portal Microsoft Intune uniFLOW management software Meraki Access Points Knowledge of SIMS.net – desirable Knowledge of education applications – desirable The position will be based in Milton Keynes with travel to various locations in the UK. The rate is negotiable. This is a 6 month contract assignment based in Milton Keynes. Please send your CV along with a daily rate and availability.

Senior System Development Engineer - Medical Devices (Contract) Location: Limerick, Ireland (Hybrid - 4 days onsite) Contract: 6 months (potential extension) Rate: Competitive About the Role We are seeking a Senior System Development Engineer to join a team developing advanced medical device technology. This role focuses on integrating embedded firmware, hardware, and secure systems within a regulated environment. If you have strong C/C++ and C# programming skills, experience with microcontrollers and embedded systems, and knowledge of medical device compliance standards (ISO 13485, IEC 60601, FDA 21 CFR Part 11), this is your opportunity to make a significant impact. Key Responsibilities: Lead integration of embedded software and hardware systems for advanced medical devices Develop and maintain software in C++, C#, and embedded C Manage bug fixes, patch deployment, and feature enhancements under strict timelines Collaborate with a team of engineers on system-level troubleshooting and network safety Ensure compliance with ISO 13485, IEC 60 Maintain design history files and technical documentation per regulatory requirements Essential Skills & Experience: Strong proficiency in C++, C#, and embedded C Minimum 5 years' experience in embedded systems and system integration Exposure to regulated environments (medical devices preferred; aerospace/automotive acceptable) Ability to work under pressure and deliver from month one Familiarity with hardware-software integration and troubleshooting Desirable: Experience with IEC 60601 safety standards Knowledge of FDA and EU MDR frameworks Why Apply? This is a chance to work on cutting-edge medical technology, applying your expertise in system integration, embedded software development (C/C++ and C#), and regulatory compliance to deliver solutions that improve lives globally. Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement. To find out more about Real, please visit Real Staffing, 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

IT Security Manager Our Client is a large international organisation who are looking to recruit an IT Security Manager with at least 5 to 8 years proven expertise. Provide advice, support and guidance to all Company Corporate functions to assist them to maintain and improve their information security maturity. To work collaboratively with all areas of the Company Corporate and build networks and relationships to promote Information Security. Act as subject matter expert on for IT Security, including legal and regulatory compliance Advise Company Corporate functions on how to achieve the required controls and assist with solutions to support them. Eg Support in the development of standards and their application in line with Group security policies. Participate in Company BU’s Projects giving support, guidance, control validation and overall security assurance. This could also involve sitting on major project steering committees. Support and encourage the ethos and methodology of security by design. Aid GRC to build, implement and facilitate a mechanism to aid BU’s to assess and measure their security compliance to policies. Drive the development of BU/Divisional security roadmaps. Giving oversight of key non-conformities to feed into the CISO roadmap. Coach, train and educate the Company IT and Functions to up skill and increase the security maturity in BU’s. Be an active member of the Company’s IS Security community, contributing to and leveraging the experience and lessons learned from other BU’s Produce, implement and standardise protocol and guidance material to support Business unit activities – examples – Asset register templates, third party due-diligence. Facilitate and chair the security working group meetings Engage and manage third party relationships to support the Company and its affiliates Aid Procurement and the tendering process Raising the security baseline controls and standardising where it makes sense to do so. Understanding the different business requirements and aligning to their objectives Support Security operations to continuously improve information security awareness across the group, including phishing campaigns and associated reporting Experience Experience in an information security risk leadership role within a large organisation. Confident in presenting, discussing and championing ideas and concepts with senior stakeholders. Experience of running information security risk governance processes and structures Familiarity with relevant industry standards for information security (e.g. ISO27001, NIST CSF) Experience of creating, implementing and assessing against information security policies and standards Creativity Able to analyse complex, ambiguous problems and summarise clearly with a view to establishing practical solutions Able to “bridge the gap” between technologists and business-people, bringing to life information security risks to the business, while maintaining a pragmatic outlook on likelihood and impact of the risk and cost/complexity of the mitigation. Ensuring initiatives/programmes are anchored in best practice whilst still being highly practical/pragmatic. Ability to defuse situations and resolve conflict to a win-win outcome Influence others understand their views and agree ways of working that are acceptable to all parties. Business acumen to understand business risks and the information security implications Able to identify when information security risks need to be escalated to achieve the right level of management visibility. Able to prioritise security risks and controls, differentiating the essential from the “nice to have”. Able to judge how to communicate messages to people to maximise buy-in and/or understanding. Able to analyse data with rigour & reach sound conclusions Can assess when further data gathering, or analysis will bring diminishing returns. Can place appropriate weight on prevailing (sometimes conflicting) evidence. Support and manage budget Responsibility Responsibility of information security incident management Responsibility for security assessments and assurance activities (e.g. penetration testing) and when to use them. Oversee and management of security compliance management and reporting in relation to any relevant regulatory or legal requirements Operational responsibility of management of third parties Responsibility for managing change management around project and change leadership. Able to judge the political and other people aspects of a situation, and tailor messages and approach to bring people along. Able to work with others, setting challenging but realistic targets for team members, and through coaching and appropriate guidance, securing a successful outcome. A positive collegiate approach to developing relationships and networks at all levels across the Company and the gravitas to work persuasively with senior stakeholders. Is aware of different styles of stakeholders and can adjust own leadership style successfully to bridge any gaps. The Client and the role is based in Central London – and you will be required to be in the office at least 3 days week. The salary for this position will be £75K + £85K plus Benefits. Please do send your CV to us in Word format for this exciting new position along with your salary and availability.

Who are we? The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research. The Digital and Technology Group (D&T) lies at the heart of the Agency and is responsible for delivering an optimised IT infrastructure and maximising the secure use of data to enable our scientists, inspectors, and the rest of the organisation to deliver world class services which can improve outcomes for patients and the general public. The Group was essential in the race to approve COVID-19 vaccines in 2020 and in supporting the UK to set up its own medicines and devices approvals systems following our exit from the EU. The work we do matters! We plan to be at the heart of one of the most digitally advanced medical regulators in the world and we need people who can help us deliver that ambition. D&T is a great place to build your career and we are committed to enabling our people to do the best work of their lives. The Technology & Service Operations function is responsible for managing the existing IT infrastructure including both software and hardware, databases, and other technology platforms; leading the support and maintenance of applications; development and testing of new applications and platforms; and cyber and information security for the Agency. What’s the role? The Network Edge Engineer will play a key role in managing and delivering network projects and BAU tasks, with a particular focus on the edge of the network, such as campus environments. This role is essential in ensuring the stability, performance, and security of the network edge as the MHRA undergoes a significant overhaul of its IT infrastructure, including the deployment of new equipment. The successful candidate will provide advanced expertise in network edge technologies, working closely with both senior and junior engineers to ensure smooth operations and continuous improvement. You will act as an escalation point for more complex network edge issues, providing guidance and troubleshooting support to junior engineers when required. The role also involves working collaboratively with other teams to align network edge initiatives with the overall IT strategy. An on-call element is required, as the role involves providing support for critical network issues outside regular working hours, ensuring minimal disruption to services. Key responsibilities: This is a hands-on technical role where you will be expected to interact daily with core IT Infrastructure technologies. You are expected to be able to configure, manage and diagnose the IT Infrastructure components detailed in this advert. Technical skills and IT systems we use: We are undertaking a program of works that is focused on reducing our suppliers and vendors to ensure we can build skillsets around vendor technology stacks. This roll will require the technical skills in Cisco Switching and WiFi networking. (optional) Cisco ISE Installing, managing and deploying Cisco Nexus and Catalyst switching Installing, managing and deploying Cisco Catalyst WLC’s and 9000 series Access points Using Cisco Catalyst Center to manage software and firmware versions Strong skills in Cisco command line device management and via catalyst center. Strong understanding of VLAN’s, IP VLSM (optional) Using network management tool SolarWinds Understanding advanced switching diagnostics and redundancy such as MTU, spanning tree, Mac address tables Leadership and Escalation: Lead and manage the successful execution of network edge projects, ensuring that they are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with the MHRA’s IT strategy. Serve as the main escalation point for junior network engineers, providing advanced troubleshooting and technical expertise in resolving complex edge network issues, ensuring high-quality resolutions that prevent future incidents. Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering a collaborative environment and encouraging skills development across the team. Network Edge Stability, Security, and Performance: Take ownership of the overall stability, performance, and security of the network edge, which includes managing campus LAN/WAN, Wi-Fi and telephony. Implement and maintain robust security protocols to safeguard network edge devices, ensuring compliance with security policies and regulatory requirements. Proactively monitor and assess network performance, identifying potential risks or weaknesses and applying pre-emptive solutions to minimize downtime and service disruption. Play a pivotal role in the agency’s ongoing IT infrastructure overhaul by recommending, testing, and integrating cutting-edge network technologies.

As a Principal Technical Architect, you will define and execute the technical strategy for your responsibility, collaborating with senior leadership and diverse teams to ensure alignment with organisational, cross-departmental, and government-wide objectives. You will proactively seek opportunities to leverage emerging technologies, such as cloud, AI, and IoT, and ensure that technical solutions are secure, user-focused, and capable of adapting to evolving business needs. You will lead the design and review processes for complex systems and infrastructure, championing architectural best practices and governance. By bridging technical and business perspectives, you will resolve high-risk issues and shape initiatives that drive transformation. Your role includes guiding and inspiring other architects, facilitating professional growth, and establishing an environment where innovative thinking thrives.

Job Title: Combat Systems Hub Discipline Lead Engineer Location: Portsmouth Naval Base - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £65,000 (dependent on skills and experience) What you'll be doing: Provide overarching technical support and guidance across Combat Systems Engineering activities for multiple Asset Management projects. This includes mentoring junior and senior engineers and offering specific technical input where needed, working alongside project Combat Systems Leads Lead a team of approximately 15-20 engineers (6-10 direct reports), ensuring business objectives are communicated effectively and resource demands are managed across projects Act as the focal point for all line managers within the Combat Systems Engineering Discipline to ensure effective and consistent delivery of personnel management activities Ensure Combat Systems Discipline maintains the right level of trained, professional engineers, including appropriate subject matter experts, in accordance with the demands placed by the WTA Delivery Leads Manage resource movement within the WTA and the wider BAE Systems organisation, to ensure engineers obtain the necessary development and experience, whilst enabling projects to deliver Demonstrate extensive and detailed knowledge of platform combat systems. Leverage this expertise to provide leadership and mentoring to engineers and projects as required Liaising with the wider BAE Systems organisation to grow and maintain links and relationships with wider network of expertise Represent the Warship Technical Authority Mechanical Discipline at internal reviews and management meetings, including management of the relationship with the Combat Systems Engineering Function within Maritime & Land Your skills and experiences: A personable and professional approach that positively influences the team dynamic A considerable background in people and capability management in a complex engineering organisation Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills across engineering, functional, and programme boundaries Experienced in growing team capabilities through individual development and mentoring Experience of the Management of change and embodiment on complex platforms Skilled at problem solving to enable decisions and prioritisation, when dealing with unexpected demands and ambiguous information Effective at building and maintaining a network of relationships in support of developing the technical expertise of the discipline 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. Warship Technical Authority team: The Combat Systems Hub Discipline Lead Engineer is responsible for supporting and resourcing the day-to-day delivery of engineering output from the Asset Management Warship Technical Authority (WTA), in alignment with the agreed Work Breakdown Structure (WBS). The role supports the Asset Management WTA Capability Lead in ensuring activity across the Combat Systems Hub the Discipline is coherently resourced and executed The primary responsibility is the generation and maintenance of a robust, suitably qualified and experienced Mechanical Engineering Discipline. This is enabled through development, training and providing experiences to a Discipline comprising of approximately 45 engineers, ranging from a Principal level to Early Careers Closing Date 19th January 2026

System Test Engineer Linlithgow - Hybrid Very Competitive Salary + 32 Days Holiday + Bonus + Share Incentive Plan + Healthcare Scheme + Income Protection + Life Assurance + Flexible Working Hours + Pension Excellent opportunity for a System Test Engineer to join a growing and innovative R&D organisation, renowned for its supportive culture, technical excellence and investment in leading-edge product development. This company is a well-established, international technology specialist developing advanced test and measurement products with a particular focus on timing synchronisation of networks and equipment. Widely recognised across the industry as experts in this field, their solutions are built on proprietary hardware platforms with highly configurable software personalities and powerful results analysis tools. Continued growth and an expanding product portfolio make this an exciting time to join the business. In this role you will be part of a multi-disciplinary R&D team, developing and executing system-level tests to qualify sophisticated hardware and software products for release. You will work closely with design engineers, taking a customer-centric approach to quality and contributing to the evolution of test methodologies and environments. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic System Test Engineer who enjoys variety, technical depth and continuous learning across multiple technologies and application domains. The Role: Create comprehensive system test plans derived from hardware and software requirements Develop, execute and document both automated and manual test suites Perform system and performance test cycles prior to product release Record, analyse and report test results, working closely with design engineers to resolve issues The Person: Degree educated in Engineering, Physics, Computer Science or a related discipline Experience developing and executing manual and automated system tests Proficiency in Python for test development and scripting Familiarity with test frameworks such as Robot Framework and Python unittest Inquisitive, detail-oriented and comfortable working within a multi-discipline team Reference Number: BBBH - 267012 To apply for this role or for to be considered for further roles, please click "Apply Now" or contact Rise Technical Recruitment. This vacancy is being advertised by Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd. The services of Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd are that of an Employment Agency. Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd regrets to inform that our client can only accept applications from engineering candidates who have a valid legal permit or right to work in the United Kingdom. Potential candidates who do not have this right or permit or are pending an application to obtain this right or permit should not apply as your details will not be processed.

Job Title: Project Procurement Lead - IT Location: Preston and Barrow in Furness . We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £50,000 depending on experience and skills What you'll be doing: Act as the focal point for any major projects and programmes for the Submarines business unit and act as a business partner to help connect the projects with the wider Procurement team Help drive value by supporting project requirements definition, support procurement pipeline planning, as well as the sharing of IT market/supplier intelligence and supplier performance data available from the wider team to meet the operational needs of the business Act as an entry point into the Technology Procurement team, responsible for triaging requirements and capturing/managing demand. In turn, being responsible for determining which projects the procurement team support and to what level Ensure adherence to internal governance requirements, including relevant policies and procedures to support effective and compliant project delivery Facilitate the delivery of requirements by working closely with the wider IPS technology team, managing escalations, and providing regular progress updates to project stakeholders Establish and maintain procurement plans that deliver business requirements for key technologies and ensuring technology partners are on contract and not working at risk Your skills and experiences: Proven experience operating in a project environment including managing complex stakeholder networks and working to deadlines Expertise in managing technology procurement, in particular outsourced services, project services, infrastructure and hardware Good experience in procurement and supply chain management. Ideally MCIPS Qualified or studying towards Experience in creating and managing procurement/sourcing plans ideally in a complex and/or technology environment An understanding of software product lifecycles and process is desirable but not essential Good stakeholder/relationship management skills coupled with commercial acumen Excellent analytical abilities for evaluating supplier performance and identifying cost-saving opportunities 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 Technology Category Management team: This role will provide you with the opportunity to work within the Indirect Procurement technology category having exposure across multiple UK sectors and being involved in a number of exciting transformational projects, some of which are once in a generation! You will be provided with complexity and opportunities for career progression in a shared service environment. As a Procurement Project Lead, you will lead on behalf of the technology category management team in establishing and managing procurement plans as well as acting as a key interface between the major projects and programmes of the Submarines Business Unit and the wider technology procurement team. A core focus of the role will be collaborating with business stakeholders across a complex network with an aim of driving value through understanding technology roadmaps, business requirements and helping formulate suitable procurement strategies to drive value for the business. As the lead interface, you will represent the IPS Technology Procurement team in key project & programme reviews, helping to update on supplier performance, capture up & coming requirements whilst helping consult with key stakeholders on governance requirements. Ultimately these roles are to help drive value by creating closer links between ongoing major projects and the Technology Procurement Team. 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: 16th 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. "Due to the festive season, there may be a delay in the processing of your application. 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Job Title: Systems Technical Lead Location: Portsmouth - Broad Oak - We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Up to £64,600 dependent on skills and experience What you'll be doing: Provide hands-on technical leadership with a team of systems and software engineers, and directly support the System Design Authority Apply the principles of Systems Engineering to develop Simulation Systems across the full engineering lifecycle Undertake Simulation Systems equipment design, network design and software design Lead requirement decomposition and manage specifications using tools like IBM DOORS Next Direct architectural modelling and interface definitions in tools such as CATIA Magic (Cameo) Drive system integration and define acceptance strategies for software-based systems Lead technical reviews and ensure compliance with customer, legislative & business requirements Your skills and experiences: Demonstrable experience of the application of Systems Engineering for software based solutions coupled with experience in system integration Expertise in Systems Engineering and Software integration lifecycle principles (ISO 15288 and 12207) Strong background in requirements management (e.g., IBM DOORS Next - desirable) Familiarity with engineering lifecycle models (Waterfall & Agile) and tools (e.g. JIRA) Technical leadership and ability to guide teams across disciplines 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 Modelling and Simulation team: The Modelling & Simulation team are part of the Simulation & Training Group. This team delivers high fidelity simulations of the world, platforms, weapons and sensors that enable re-creation of complex Naval formations supporting Under Water Battlespace and Future Air Dominance. This role will give wide exposure to a variety of different functions and areas of the business and will provide plenty of opportunities for training and progression with a focus on technical ability and professionalisation throughout your career. As the world has evolved, so has the way we work. Our working approach, will enable you to have flexibility with your working hours, depending on your role and location. This could include accruing hours as well as flexibility around start and finish times, ensuring you can balance life at work, on site and life at home. 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 5th January 2026

Job Title: ICT Device & Systems Specialist - Tarian Location: HQ, Bridgend Salary: £47,046 - £50,949 per annum Job type: Full Time, Permanent Working Hours: 37 Hours Per Week Level of Welsh language ability required : 2 Closing Date: 30/01/2026, 15:00 Are you looking for your next career step? Do you want to be a part of an Innovative Organisation? About Us: South Wales Police is the largest police force in Wales, serving a population of approximately 1.3 million people across an area of 2,117 square miles. We are dedicated to keeping our communities safe and secure, and we rely on cutting-edge technology to support our operations. As an ICT Device and Systems Specialist, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth functioning of our ICT infrastructure and providing technical assistance to our staff. We have recently invested heavily in our ICT department with exciting new projects and opportunities funded by significant investment. We are going through a period of significant growth and technological change, there has never been a better time to join! The Role: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated ICT Device and Systems Specialist to join our dynamic IT team. To provide ICT 3rd line technical guidance and specialist advice for designated technical functions across a diverse range of technologies that underpin mission critical and operationally sensitive 24/7 emergency services and systems. Responsibilities: Develop, install and maintain various aspects of enterprise scale infrastructure, paying particular attention to wider business impact when planning maintenance and development activities. Provide technical guidance to a diverse range of infrastructure technology specialists, consisting of Network, Perimeter, Storage, Servers & Devices, and various devolved units with distinct IT provisions. Identify, propose, and implement opportunities for the continuous improvement of technology including continuity and recovery bringing mutual benefit to the force and its partners. Provide senior management specialist advice and guidance on a range of complex and/or escalated technical problems. Requirements: Essential Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience: Information Technology related Degree or proven experience in relevant areas of Information Technology Support, installation and configuration of Server or Client Devices Server or Client Operating Systems, especially Microsoft Windows Design and installation within an IT Enterprise Systems Infrastructure Administration and troubleshooting within an IT Enterprise Systems Infrastructure Active Directory Services, such as Group Policy, DNS, DFS Server or Device Security Administration Staff Management Experience Experience of configuring System or Device management and monitoring tools. E.G. Microsoft Intune, Microsoft SCCM, Azure Monitor, Microsoft SCOM Awareness of the operational necessity that IT Enterprise Infrastructure has upon the organization. Establishing IT processes and procedures Incident, Problem and Change management experience. Experience of working on Projects Where you'll fit in: The ICT Device and Systems Specialist will report to the ICT Operations Manager - TARIAN and work alongside staff for technical delivery in accordance with corporate SWP ICT standards and bespoke covert security requirements. You'll be part of a small team who work a mixed environment of on-premises and working from home. Your role will predominantly be 9-5 Monday - Friday with occasional weekend events or where required participate in out-of-hours on-call. Benefits Include: Training and professional development opportunities Local Government Pension Scheme 24 days Annual Leave increasing to 29 years after 5 years employment. Flexible working dependant of duties Free on-site parking On site fitness centre and canteen Collaborative and supportive work environment. Cycle to work scheme. Wellness programmes SWP Diolch Vectis & Blue light Discount Card Opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to public safety and community well-being. Diversity, Equality & Inclusion: South Wales Police is an equal opportunities employer and is determined to attract, employ and support a workforce which is representative of the diverse society which it serves. Applications are welcomed from all under-represented groups and support will be made available for all applicants as and when requested. The successful Candidate must be willing to undergo vetting to MV/SC Vetting. Due to the sensitive nature of the work performed by South Wales Police, all applicants will undergo a comprehensive background check as a part of the recruitment process. Shortlist announcement: 26 January 2026 In person assessment and interview: 16 February 2026 Please click on the APPLY button to send your CV and Cover Letter for this role. Candidates with the relevant experience or job titles of: IT Systems Technician, ICT Technician, IT Systems Support, IT Technician, Information Technology, IT, Technical Support Engineer, Technical Customer Support, Tech Support may also be considered for this role.

Senior Network Design Engineer Our purpose is to make the world more sustainable by building trust in society through innovation. As a Network Design Engineer, you will contribute to this by working collaboratively in service and project teams, and designing and implementing medium/large network solutions and changes to enable cost-effective services for our customer. We are looking for a Senior Network Designer Engineer to work on delivery opportunities. Your role will involve understanding the business and technical requirements and you will be responsible for the producing the relevant design collateral (including passing any governance reviews), providing hands on configuration and implementation support, troubleshooting technical issues, ensuring effective handover to service and supporting the project team in its milestone deliverables. Key Skills and Experience *Strong technical networking knowledge with industry-recognized certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA/CCNP, Juniper JNCIS-ENT). *Experience with routing protocols, virtual routing instances, VPNs, and security zones. *Experience with network security products including Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS) and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS). *Proficiency in F5, Cisco Secure Firewall, and Gigamon technology. *Demonstrable design experience with global network vendors (e.g., Cisco, Juniper). *Network device configuration, troubleshooting, and defect resolution skills. *Understanding of project life cycle from requirements gathering to operational acceptance. *Proven experience in network troubleshooting across multiple vendors and technology areas. *Excellent communication skills and ability to work with multiple stakeholders. *Experience of performance testing of cyber monitoring tools (sizing, capacity management and planning, performance troubleshooting). Responsibilities: *Design and Deploy Functional Networks: Design and deploy networks (LAN, WAN) to meet the organization and customer needs. *Troubleshoot Network Issues: Diagnose and troubleshoot network issues, including those escalated by lower tiers of support. *Implement Network Security Measures: Design and implement network security measures to protect data, software, and hardware from threats and unauthorized access. *Collaborate with Stakeholders: Work closely with executive team members, decision-makers, and stakeholders to define business requirements and systems goals, and to identify and resolve business systems issues. *Create and Maintain Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation for all implemented networks, including network diagrams, configuration details, and operational procedures. *Mentor Team Members: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior network engineers and other team members, helping them to develop their skills and knowledge. *Automate Network Tasks: Develop and implement automation scripts to streamline network management tasks and improve efficiency. *Plan for Service Outages: Plan for and respond to service outages and other network-related problems, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations. *Support Network Upgrades: Perform network maintenance and system upgrades, including service packs, patches, hot fixes, and security configurations. *Evaluate New Technologies: Stay up-to-date with the latest networking technologies and evaluate their potential benefits for the organization and our customers. Desired skills, experience, qualifications: *2+ years of experience with networking layer 2 and layer 3. *Good understanding of network protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, IPv4/IPv6, VLANs). *Proficiency in network design and implementation tools (e.g., Visio, Cisco Packet Tracer). *Experience with network management and monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios). *Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. *Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. *Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. *Certifications such as CCNA, CCNP, or JNCIA. Additional Considerations *Familiarity with virtualization technologies such as VMware / KVM / RHEV /Xen / ProxMox / CXP-NG is beneficial. *A strong understanding of data centre networking and technologies is advantageous. 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.

Job Title: Senior Threat Detection Analyst Location: Preston, Frimley or Filton. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary; Circa £50,000 depending on experience and skills What you'll be doing: Triage, analyse and investigate alerts, log data and network traffic using the monitoring platforms and Internet resources to identify cyber-attacks / security incidents Delivery of core triage function as part of 24/7 protective monitoring services across a range of networks/services Act as a mentor and as an escalation point within the team for technical queries Ensure timely and accurate communication of incidents to IT, network or security teams across BAE Systems Escalate suspected major security incidents / investigations where support is required Define monitoring use cases and develop prototype rules with minimal supervision for example In response to intelligence or gaps in defences Contribute to the development of the services through people, process and technology where appropriate Build a comprehensive knowledge of BAE Systems IT systems to support monitoring activities and tailor remediation recommendations to systems Contribute to and help define requirements for future security capabilities along with the Lead Analyst Your skills and experiences: Essential: Technical background with experience of technologies including but not limited to firewalls, IDS/IPS, Active Directory, endpoint protection, Windows Server, Linux, Networking, Cloud and Vulnerability Management Analytical background and comfortable analysing and interpreting large and complex data sets and articulating the story behind any observations along with providing conclusions and recommendations Knowledge and experience of using tools to dissect common threats to produce useable IOCs. E.g. Malicious document analysis Detailed knowledge of the current threat landscape, the TTPs frequently employed in those attacks and how we can investigate and mitigate these Desirable: Background of prior experience of working in an information and/or cyber security environment (Government or commercial sector) environments Previous experience working within Cyber Operations utilising SIEM platforms Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, SSCP, CEH, GCIH or GCIA 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 Cyber Operations team: Cyber Operations is responsible for protecting BAE Systems from Cyber Attack by various threat actors. Not only do we protect BAE Systems and its employees, indirectly we protect those who protect us - who serve in our military and rely on the products and services we create. Across Threat Intelligence, Detection, Incident Response and now Active Defence we work to evolve cyber operations as a world class capability. 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: 14th 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. "Due to the festive season, there may be a delay in the processing of your application. Your application is important to us, and we will respond as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding." #LI-SH1 #LI-Hybrid

Job Title: Lead Business Change Professional Location: Preston or Frimley. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role Salary: Circa £52,000 depending on experience and skills What you'll be doing: Develop and deliver business change collateral such as business change plans, change impact assessment, communications plan, stakeholder assessment and training plans for the project as part of a significant IT transformation programme of work Be responsible for business change delivery within a medium to large sized project, work package, or be supporting in delivering part of a complex change programme or business transformation plans, reporting the business benefit realisation Working with key stakeholders to agree the core project benefits and benefits management plan, including agreed KPIs to measure benefits have been met Setting up and facilitating a cohesive change network and change champion programme as part of a wider change adoption plan From the adoption of new technologies through to supporting the implementation of new systems or ways of working, this individual will ensure that business change management is consistently embedded, delivered and assured through appropriate and justified standard approaches across the project Your skills and experiences: Essential: Business Change experience and knowledge of Change Management theory and methodologies, processes, policies and procedures The ability to effectively carry out Business Change Management tasks of medium to high complexity and provide guidance in those areas Experience of managing change within enterprise-wide projects Proven experience influencing and stakeholder management experience APMG or other suitable Business Change Qualification such as PROSCI Desirable: Previous experience and exposure of carrying out and implementing change within an IT environment 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 Business Change team: You will be joining an experienced change management office of Business Change and Business Analyst professionals, delivering end to end change management support and capability across enterprise technology projects. This is an opportunity to work within an IT enterprise-wide projects and programmes within Business Change. The role will work with multiple stakeholders across the IT enterprise-wide space, and you will help drive and implement new ways of working across Business Change within large complex business projects. 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: 8th 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. "Due to the festive season, there may be a delay in the processing of your application. Your application is important to us, and we will respond as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding." #LI-SH1 #LI-Hybrid

HE sector is seeking an experienced Senior Platform Engineer with excellent Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) expertise to support and evolve the university's cloud platform services. This role is critical in enabling secure, scalable, and resilient platforms for teaching, learning, research, and administrative systems. You will work closely with academic researchers, application teams, and central IT to deliver reliable cloud platforms that support student systems, research workloads, and institutional data, while ensuring compliance with higher education security and governance standards. ________________________________________ Key Responsibilities * Design, build, and maintain OCI-based cloud platforms supporting HE systems, research computing, and student-facing services. * Architect and manage OCI networking including VCNs, subnets, DRGs, Load Balancers, VPN/FastConnect, and network security controls. * Implement and manage Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform to ensure consistency, repeatability, and auditability. * Enable platforms for research workloads, including data-intensive and high-performance computing use cases (where applicable). * Collaborate with academic faculties, research groups, and IT teams to deliver fit-for-purpose cloud solutions. * Implement and enforce cloud security, governance, and compliance, including IAM, compartment design, data protection, and tagging standards. * Support DevOps and CI/CD practices to enable application development teams across the university. * Monitor platform performance, availability, and costs, ensuring effective cost control and budget transparency. * Provide advanced troubleshooting and incident support for critical university systems. * Document platform standards, architectures, and operational procedures. * Mentor junior engineers and contribute to skills development within the university IT team. * Participate in On-Call support and planned maintenance activities as required. ________________________________________ Essential Skills & Experience * Minimum 5+ years of proven industry experience in Platform Engineering, Cloud Engineering, or Infrastructure Engineering. * Strong hands-on experience with Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) in production environments. * Solid experience with: o OCI Compute, Storage (Block, Object, File), and Networking o OCI IAM, Compartments, Policies, Security Lists, and NSGs * Strong proficiency in GITLAB & Terraform or similar Infrastructure as Code tools. * Strong Linux systems administration experience. * Oracle Database awareness / experience. * Experience with container technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes (OCI OKE desirable). * Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and tooling. * Strong problem-solving skills and ability to support diverse stakeholders, including academic and administrative users. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. ________________________________________ Desirable / Nice to Have * OCI certifications (e.g., OCI Architect Professional). * Experience working in a higher education or public sector environment. * Exposure to research computing, data platforms, or HPC workloads. * Knowledge of security, privacy, and compliance frameworks relevant to universities. * Experience with hybrid or multi-cloud environments.

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)

Senior IT Engineer with OKTA Our Client seeks a Senior IT Engineer to support the employee population, analyze current systems and assets, recommend and implement solutions and upgrades, and provide IT related training. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of network maintenance and experience managing staff. Knowledge of the Art industry is a plus. From day one, the Senior IT Engineer will have an immediate impact on the day-to-day efficiency of the IT operations, and an ongoing impact on it’s overall growth. Purpose of the 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: – 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 – Supervise daily operations of network and server infrastructure – Align IT infrastructure with current and future business requirements and goals – Evaluate risk, develop network recovery and backup processes – Assess and purchase new and replacement hardware – Test, troubleshoot and adjust information systems to operate effectively – Implement 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 and requirements: – 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 SSO, 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) The position is based in Central London. The salary is competitive and will be circa £45K - £60K. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.