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Business Analyst - 6 Month FTC - Up to £53,602 Location: Cardiff (Minimum 2-3 days on-site) Company: VIQU - Partnered with a Public Sector Organisation VIQU is working with a Public Sector client to find an experienced Business Analyst for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience working on multiple digital transition projects simultaneously. This role requires someone who is comfortable with taking a full lifecycle approach, from requirements gathering to project implementation, and can communicate technical details to stakeholders. Key Responsibilities : Lead consulting activities related to business analysis Elicit, define, and document end-user requirements Communicate complex technical terms and data to various stakeholders, ensuring understanding Take ownership of business analysis activities and demonstrate autonomy in delivering results Manage multiple tasks simultaneously and define the teams workload effectively Perform logical modelling and plan business analytical activities throughout the programme Advise database designers on data structure and associated components Suggest service improvement alternatives, analyse feasibility, and propose innovative solutions Stay informed of national legislation and policies to guide business and development processes Experience & Skills Required: 3+ years experience Masters degree or equivalent experience in Business Analysis or related field Experience with modelling and analysis tools (e.g., Enterprise Architect) Proficient in business analysis methods and standards such as UML/BPMN Hands-on involvement in project work, both individually and as part of a team Strong negotiation skills with the ability to influence stakeholders Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Project) A BA professional qualification is highly desirable (or working towards) Welsh speaking Level 1 (preferred but not essential) To discuss this exciting opportunity in more detail, please APPLY NOW for a no obligation chat with your VIQU Consultant. Additionally, you can contact Phoebe Rees by exploring the VIQU IT Recruitment website . If you know someone who would be ideal for this role, by way of showing our appreciation, VIQU is offering an introduction fee up to £1,000 once your referral has successfully started work with our client (terms apply). To be the first to hear about other exciting opportunities, technology, and recruitment news, please also follow us at ‘ VIQU IT Recruitment' on LinkedIn, and Twitter: @VIQU_UK

The Software Development Apprenticeship is a 3-year Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship resulting in a Degree in Applied Software Engineering. This apprenticeship will be the first step on your career in software engineering - with opportunities at Companies House to progress but equally this will equip you with highly sought after skills within industry. The degree is fully funded meaning you will not have to pay course fees and therefore won't incur student debt. This role is a hybrid role based in Cardiff, there is the expectation to be spending regular time in the office (current expectation is 1-2 days a week subject to change) and at classes at Cardiff Metropolitan University as part of the course. You will spend 4 days a week working at Companies House and 1 day working on your university work. Watch this video to find out more about working in Digital at Companies House Companies House offers a flexible and welcoming culture that promotes a healthy work life balance as well as a proactive approach to wellbeing that allows us to be our best at work. We recognise that people are the key to our success so offer a fantastic benefits package including flexible working with no core hours, 30 days annual leave, 8 bank holidays and 1 privilege day as well as enrolment into the Civil Service Pension scheme with a contribution rate averaging 28%. Find out more about what a great place Companies House is to work Virtual Information Workshops To discover more about this opportunity, our Outreach & Innovation team will be hosting 2 information workshops. These virtual workshops will answer any questions you have around the opportunity and why you should consider applying. Information workshop topics: What is Software Engineering? What does the Companies House Software Engineering team do? The apprentice certification structure and study commitments How do I apply? Time for general Q&A Virtual workshops times: Monday the 17th of March 10:00 - 10:45am Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 352 604 466 14. Passcode: Yg3So6id and Monday the 24th of March 10:00 - 10:45am Join the meeting now Meeting ID: -hidden phone-3. Passcode: XR3fx2fA These workshops will cover the same information, and potential candidates need only attend one session. Job description What you'll do as a Software Development apprentice You'll work alongside IT professionals within one of our multidisciplinary software development teams. All our software development teams across Companies House work together to make our services better. You'll also develop skills and knowledge in software development, programming, testing, website development, cyber security, communication and organisational skills. You'll learn how to develop software in using highly sought after technologies including AWS, Typescript, Java, and Spring Boot. We encourage our software developers to be active members of our developer community. You will benefit from being able to learn from highly experienced engineers and be able to gain industry experience whilst studying. Funding and support are available for further learning and conferences should individuals wish. What qualification and training you'll get You'll receive a fully funded place on the BSc Applied Software Engineering degree course at Cardiff Metropolitan University. More information on the course can be found on the Cardiff Metropolitan University website and a video with the Programme Director. To achieve your Level 6 apprenticeship, you'll need to successfully complete all your work, assignments, exams and produce a portfolio of evidence that demonstrates all the competencies included in the standard. You'll also receive on the job training and support from the Software Engineering profession within Companies House. Person specification We're looking for someone who is: Inquisitive with a passion for technology Able to problem solve A strong desire to learn and develop new skills Able to use modern IT Software, such as Excel and Word Able to keep up with the demands of Degree and Work Knowledge of programming in a modern programming language (such as Java, Javascript, Python, go etc.) is a plus (but not required - will be covered as part of studies) Able to work within a team Essential Qualifications You'll need GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C above. 96 UCAS points coming from: 2 A Levels Including grades CC; which must include a STEM subject Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate considered as the third subject RQF BTEC National Extended Diploma/Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma Merit Merit Merit The Irish Leaving Certificate at Highers to include 2 x H2, minimum H4 grade counted towards points offer At least two Scottish Advanced Highers to include grades DD The Access to Higher Education Diploma Please note, if you already hold a qualification in an IT related subject at Level 6 or above, you are not eligible to apply. You also will need to be eligible for Welsh Apprenticeship funding, this means you'll need to be a current resident in Wales and have been for a minimum of 2 years. More information is available on Careers Wales Website **You will be asked to provide evidence of qualifications and any predicted grades before interview. Behaviours We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process: Developing Self and Others Working Together Communicating and Influencing Benefits Alongside your salary of £24,708, Companies House contributes £7,157 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides. We believe that our success is driven by the well-being and satisfaction of our team members at all levels of the organisation. At Companies House we're committed to providing a comprehensive benefits package that goes beyond the ordinary, ensuring your career journey with us is not only fulfilling, but also rewarding. We pride ourselves on offering a quality work-life balance with our employee wellbeing being central to our working practices. Head to Our benefits - Working for us - Recruitment (companieshouse.gov.uk) to find out more about the fantastic benefits package we have at Companies House. We pride ourselves on offering a quality work life balance. Your wellbeing is very important to us. We have several ongoing wellbeing programmes, which include: encouraging staff to take 3 volunteer days each year mentoring and coaching programmes support groups such as our carers, ability, LGBTQ+ and women's network an onsite counsellor and mental health advocates group We also have a range of social benefits. There's access to a discounted onsite gym, we have many sports teams that play regularly, a staff choir and pride ourselves in being a friendly and supportive place to work. Find out more about working for Companies House. Next Steps Click 'Apply Now' to be taken to our main advert Civil Service Jobs where you can see more details regarding the role, the incredible benefits we have to offer and what it's like to work in Companies House. If you have any questions about the role or process, please reach out to Click here to contact this recruiter . This role closes on 26 March 2025.

Service Desk Technical Analyst Position Description Be part of something exciting! CGI drives the most ambitious IT careers. We are an established and growing company that can offer you the opportunity to work on projects in a supportive and collaborative environment, that will impact the world. Our Service Desk Technical Analyst support a wide range of organisation's such Council Workers supporting major cities, Government agencies and large UK commercial businesses. You will have the ability to problem solve and trouble shoot within a busy environment. You must have sound written and spoken communication skills and be able to work under your own initiative as well as part of a team. You will have excellent knowledge of Microsoft Operating Systems and Applications. Your future duties and responsibilities You will provide technical support for incoming queries related to system, software, hardware and networks. You will be problem solving for our clients over the phone, which involves quite a bit of talking and then following up with them to make sure an issue has been resolved properly and in good time. You must have good written communication skills as you will need to log calls accurately via bespoke applications. To be successful within this role you will be able to think beyond just problem resolution, by actively identifying opportunities for improvement. You will be able to take control and understand your own goals in order to perform to the highest standard for your clients. Required qualifications to be successful in this role Previous experience working on a Service Desk or a similar environment working to SLA's is advantageous but not essential. Starting Salary/Benefits • £24,700 starting salary rising to £26,000 per annum, including 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays • Generous share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching), flexible retirement plan, private health and dental insurance, cycle to work scheme, buy and sell holidays, plus many more. #LI-UKA Together, as owners, let's turn meaningful insights into action. Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you'll reach your full potential because... You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That's why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company's strategy and direction. Your work creates value. You'll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise. You'll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You'll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons. Come join our team-one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Job Title: ICT Database Analyst Location : South Wales Police Headquarters, Bridgend, Wales Salary : £35,526 - £40,893 p/a Job Type: Full time / Contract (2-year Fixed Term Contract) 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. 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! About the role: Are you eager to embark on an exciting journey in the world of database administration? We are in search of a dedicated Database Administrator and Support Specialist Engineer to join our dynamic ICT Database team. You'll play a vital role in supporting our database infrastructure, honing your skills, and contributing to the efficiency and integrity of data that keeps South Wales Police and UK policing services running smoothly. The Database Analyst role works in the Technical Delivery section of the ICT Department and reports to the Database Team Manager. Our Information and Communications Technology Department (ICT) has a wide and varied range of responsibilities from 1st line service desk, 2nd line technical support to 3rd line specialist technical architect/design. ICT are also responsible for IT Security management, Service Management, Business Support and Project Management that maintain and continuously improve critical services, software, platforms, and hardware required throughout the full IT lifecycle. This underpins the delivery of secure and timely 24/7 operations for approximately 10,000 users across 100 geographical locations supporting over 20,000 computers including multiple datacentres together with the underlying network, physical and virtual (including cloud services) IT infrastructure. Duties and Responsibilities: Database Support: Assist in the development and maintenance of the Force's core database infrastructure, ensuring that South Wales Police operates efficiently. Performance Analysis: Collaborate with the team to analyse the performance of our database infrastructure and help fine-tune it for optimal functionality. Database Development: Contribute to the design, development, testing, and deployment of databases, gaining hands-on experience in managing complex data structures. Documentation: Create and maintain essential documentation for database and application processes, promoting transparency and knowledge sharing. Data Integrity and Security: Work diligently to ensure the integrity and security of all databases, assisting in the implementation of best practices and security measures. Technical Support: Provide support and assist in troubleshooting issues related to databases and applications, learning from experienced DBAs along the way. About you: Educational Background: Possess a relevant degree or demonstrate equivalent skills and abilities, as you take your first steps into the world of database administration. Technical Knowledge: Show enthusiasm and a willingness to learn, with an understanding of core database technologies and concepts, including but not limited to: Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS), with an emphasis on Microsoft SQL Server. Basics of database backup, recovery, security, performance tuning, and client software configuration. Capacity planning for database scaling. SQL Enthusiast: Display an interest in SQL databases, eager to develop your proficiency in crafting and managing queries. Database Administration: Although you're at the start of your journey, prior experience in database administration is a plus. Operational Awareness: Begin to grasp the strategic implications of effective database technologies within the organisation. As a Database Administrator and Support Specialist Engineer, you'll be mentored by experienced professionals, gaining hands-on experience in the exciting field of database administration. Your contributions will be instrumental in maintaining the efficiency and integrity of our database infrastructure, and you'll have the opportunity to learn and grow within a supportive team environment. Benefits: Training and professional development opportunities Local Government Pension Scheme 24 days Annual Leave increasing to 29 days 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. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Database Analyst, Data Analysis Specialist, SQL Database Analyst, Data Quality Analyst, and Database Reporting Analyst may also be considered.

Job Title: ICT Senior Technical Engineer Location : South Wales Police Headquarters, Bridgend, Wales Salary: £35,526 - £40,893 p/a Job Type: Full time / Permanent 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. 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! About the role: We are seeking an experienced Technical Systems Engineer to join our busy ICT Department at South Wales Police! The successful candidate will report to an Enterprise Specialist and is responsible for providing 2nd line problem resolution for a range of technical functions. Your technical skills and experience will be used in support of the vital technology that helps keep South Wales safe. The ICT Senior Technical Engineer sits within the Technical Delivery section of the department and will report directly to an Enterprise Specialist. Duties and Responsibilities: To maintain efficient performance of South Wales Police's enterprise infrastructure through providing 2nd line technical support and IT administration. Administration and configuration of technologies within a specific area of the systems team, which will include one of the following areas: Citrix Cloud SAN Virtualisation Systems Operations Servers Networks About you: Must have related qualification(s) in Information Technology or proven experience in relevant areas of Information Technology Must have a proven experience of administration and troubleshooting within an IT enterprise systems infrastructure as well as knowledge of server operating systems - especially Microsoft Windows. Experience of Active Directory Services, such as Group Policy, DNS, DFS Our systems team covers a wide variety of technologies, so we ask you can demonstrate experience in administrating ONE (or more)of the following: Enterprise Systems Monitoring and especially Microsoft Systems Centre Operations Manager or Azure Monitor Storage Area Networks and especially NetApp Cloud Computing and especially Microsoft Azure HP Server hardware support Virtualisation Technologies and especially VMware or Citrix Enterprise Unified Communications and especially Microsoft Exchange, Exchange On-Line, Microsoft Teams Device Management Systems and especially Microsoft Systems Centre Configuration Manager/Intune Datacentre Management including Power Management, Air Conditioning, Security, Networking, Racking, etc. Enterprise Security You should also be able to demonstrate experience in configuring ONE (or more)of the following: Systems Management, Systems Datacentre; Systems Server; Systems Storage; Systems Virtualisation; Systems Internet-Extranet Perimeter and Gateways; Systems AD Enterprise Services; Systems Unified Communications; Systems Security Benefits: Training and professional development opportunities Local Government Pension Scheme 24 days Annual Leave increasing to 29 days 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. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Senior Systems Engineer, Senior IT Infrastructure Engineer, Senior Network Engineer, Senior Technical Support Engineer, and Senior Solutions Engineer may also be considered.

Job Title: ICT Infrastructure Manager Location : HQ, Bridgend Salary: £51,294 - £54,879 Job Type: Full time / Permanent 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. 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! About the role: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated ICT Infrastructure Manager to lead a large and diverse team of highly experienced technical specialists as they develop, implement, and maintain South Wales Police's technical infrastructure. As an ICT Infrastructure Manager, you will form part of an extended ICT senior management team and play a crucial role in both designing and developing the ICT infrastructure needed for now and the future, ensuring the smooth functioning of our ICT infrastructure on a day-to-day basis. The technical infrastructure is comprised of both on-premise and cloud-based services, which host a range of systems critical to the function of our organisation as well as other emergency services and external partners. Your primary role will be to manage our team of technical specialists. This will involve scoping architectural designs and implementations, agreeing work scheduling, investigating and resolving any infrastructural issues and managing the lifecycle management of configuration items. The ICT Infrastructure Manager sits within the Technical Delivery section and reports to the ICT Technical Delivery Manager. Our Information and Communications Technology Department (ICT) has a wide and varied range of responsibilities from 1st line service desk, 2nd line technical support to 3rd line specialist technical architect/design. ICT are also responsible for IT Security management, Service Management, Business Support and Project Management that maintain and continuously improve critical services, software, platforms, and hardware required throughout the full IT lifecycle. This underpins the delivery of secure and timely 24/7 operations for approximately 10,000 users across 100 geographical locations supporting over 20,000 computers including multiple datacentres together with the underlying network, physical and virtual (including cloud services) IT infrastructure. Duties and Responsibilities: Manage the day-to-day infrastructure operations including servers, network, security and cloud services. Lead infrastructure projects including upgrades, migrations and system implementations. Develop and maintain security protocols and procedures for infrastructure systems. Oversee disaster recovery and business continuity planning. Provide technical guidance to the infrastructure team and other teams within ICT. Executing the strategic vision for our infrastructure, ensuring that it is secure, reliable and efficient. To provide specialist advice and guidance on a range of complex and/or escalated technical issues. About you: Possess any of the following: A bachelor's degree in an ICT related subject An ICT related qualification Demonstratable equivalent skills or experience Proven experience of managing a team of technical specialists. Be able to demonstrate substantial experience of working with, and leading technological change at an infrastructure level. Proven experience of managing day-to-day ICT operations. Skilled in system integration as well as a sound knowledge of major ICT platforms Experience in leading infrastructure projects Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Benefits: Training and professional development opportunities Local Government Pension Scheme 24 days Annual Leave increasing to 29 days 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. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of ; IT Infrastructure Lead, Infrastructure Operations Manager, Senior ICT Infrastructure Manager, Network and Infrastructure Manager, and Technology Infrastructure Manager may also be considered.

Job Title: ICT Enterprise Specialist Location : HQ, Bridgend Salary: £45,147 - £52,491 Job Type: Permanent / Full time 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. 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! About the role: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Enterprise Systems Specialist. As an Enterprise Systems Specialist, you will be responsible for developing enterprise systems including servers, storage, virtualised and cloud platforms. Within the role, you may supervise junior ICT Specialists, and you will play a crucial role in ensuring service availability, security and standards compliance as well as driving process improvements and enhancing system performance. This Enterprise Specialist role will work in the Technical Standards section of the ICT Department and will reports to the Technical Standards manager Our Information and Communications Technology Department (ICT) has a wide and varied range of responsibilities from 1st line service desk, 2nd line technical support to 3rd line specialist technical architect/design. ICT are also responsible for IT Security management, Service Management, Business Support and Project Management that maintain and continuously improve critical services, software, platforms, and hardware required throughout the full IT lifecycle. This underpins the delivery of secure and timely 24/7 operations for approximately 10,000 users across 100 geographical locations supporting over 20,000 computers including multiple datacentres together with the underlying network, physical and virtual (including cloud services) IT infrastructure. Duties and Responsibilities: Implement, configure and maintain enterprise systems. Design and deploy server infrastructure, including physical and virtual servers. Oversee server and storage performance tuning, patch management and firmware upgrades. Develop and maintain documentation for enterprise systems processes and procedures Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and solve system issues. Develop and maintain security protocols for enterprise systems Plan and execute disaster recovery and business continuity procedures. To provide IT specialist advice to business users and IT peers for your specialist technological area Manage Technical Staff within your technical area About you: Must be qualified to Degree level standard or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills and abilities. Experience of designing, implementing and technically leading on some of the following areas: Enterprise Systems Management, Monitoring, especially Microsoft Systems Centre Operations Manager or Azure Monitor HP Server hardware support Cloud Computing, especially Microsoft Azure Enterprise Unified Communications, especially Microsoft Exchange, Exchange On-Line, Microsoft Teams. Device Management Systems, especially Microsoft Systems Centre Configuration Manager/Intune Datacentre environments including Power Management, Air Conditioning, Security, Networking, Enterprise Security within a Cyber Security Framework, especially NIST In depth knowledge of storage area networks (SAN), Network attached storage (NAS) and backup and recovery technologies. Expertise in server infrastructure design and deployment Experience with virtualization platforms such as VMware or Citrix Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Must be aware of the strategic operational implications of effective IT upon the organisation. Benefits: Training and professional development opportunities Local Government Pension Scheme 24 days Annual Leave increasing to 29 days 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. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Enterprise Solutions Specialist, ICT Enterprise Architect, Enterprise Systems Specialist, Enterprise Infrastructure Specialist, and Enterprise IT Consultant may also be considered.

Job Title: ICT Database Specialist Location : South Wales Police Headquarters, Bridgend, Wales Salary: £45,147 - £52,491 Job Type: Permanent / Full time 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. 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! About the role: We are seeking a skilled and motivated Database and Application Delivery Specialist. As a Database and Application Delivery Specialist, you will be a key member of the ICT Database team responsible for scoping, installing, configuring, supporting, and optimizing our databases (predominantly Microsoft SQL) of Local and National policing services within Wales and the UK police service and delivering applications to various clients. Within the role, you may supervise junior ICT Specialists, and you will play a crucial role in ensuring data integrity, security, and availability as well as driving process improvements and enhancing system performance. The Database Specialist role works in the Technical Delivery section of the ICT Department and reports to the Database Team Manager. Our Information and Communications Technology Department (ICT) has a wide and varied range of responsibilities from 1st line service desk, 2nd line technical support to 3rd line specialist technical architect/design. ICT are also responsible for IT Security management, Service Management, Business Support and Project Management that maintain and continuously improve critical services, software, platforms, and hardware required throughout the full IT lifecycle. This underpins the delivery of secure and timely 24/7 operations for approximately 10,000 users across 100 geographical locations supporting over 20,000 computers including multiple datacentres together with the underlying network, physical and virtual (including cloud services) IT infrastructure. Duties and Responsibilities: To develop and maintain the Force's underlying Database infrastructure thereby allowing South Wales Police to function in an efficient and operationally beneficial manner. To analyse the performance of the database infrastructure and fine tune where applicable. To design, develop, test and deploy complex databases. Create and maintain documentation for database and application processes. Ensure data integrity and security for all databases. Provide technical support and troubleshoot issues related to database and applications. About you: Must be qualified to Degree level standard or be able to demonstrate equivalent skills and abilities. Experience and knowledge of the following technologies, concepts, and procedures: RDBMS technologies (largely Microsoft SQL Server) Database Backup Database Recovery Database Security Database Performance Tuning and Optimisation Database client software configuration Database Capacity Planning Strong knowledge of SQL databases Experience in database administration Must be aware of the strategic operational implications of effective Database technologies upon the organisation. Benefits: The Database Specialist role works in the Technical Delivery section of the ICT Department and reports to the Database Team Manager. Our Information and Communications Technology Department (ICT) has a wide and varied range of responsibilities from 1st line service desk, 2nd line technical support to 3rd line specialist technical architect/design. ICT are also responsible for IT Security management, Service Management, Business Support and Project Management that maintain and continuously improve critical services, software, platforms, and hardware required throughout the full IT lifecycle. This underpins the delivery of secure and timely 24/7 operations for approximately 10,000 users across 100 geographical locations supporting over 20,000 computers including multiple datacentres together with the underlying network, physical and virtual (including cloud services) IT infrastructure. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of Database Administrator (DBA), Senior Database Engineer, Data Management Specialist, Database Systems Architect, and Cloud Database Specialist may also be considered.

Lead PHP Developer Location: LL11 / hybrid work pattern Salary: £80k + a wide range of benefits A lead PHP Developer is required by our client, a multi-faceted fast paced ecommerce business. The ideal candidate will want to continue being hands on with the code as well as having team mentorship / management skills. Lead PHP Developer skills mix - JavaScript Typescript Symfony Laravel Nodejs Monolithic and Microservices architectures MySQL TDD Agile methodology This role is a great opportunity to work for a highly successful business who have lots of software projects in the pipeline. Working in a collaborative team who are commercially driven to create software best practice in a fast paced environment. If you'd like to discuss in more detail, then please contact Vicky Heard on [Telephone number removed] or email

Hardware and break fix 2nd June is go live for the MOD work. Minimum 6 months of work. They will be on the books from 17th March and be paid 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.