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- Lead the architecture, design and assurance of Fortinet SD-WAN solution - Produce, review and maintain HLDs, LLDs and associated technical documentation in line with customer architecture standards - Define and govern network patterns, reference architectures, and configuration baselines for routing, switching, segmentation and security - Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, performance and availability requirements - Support ITHC and penetration test remediation across network and security components - Oversee integration and assurance of network logging and visibility into SIEM/SOC platform - Guide Engineering, SOC and Operations teams in implementing architectural direction and resolving complex technical issues - Provide structured updates, design decisions, risks and progress reports to internal and external stakeholders - Minimum 4 days per week on-site (Farnborough) for the duration of the engagement - Deliver fully assured and validated network architectures that achieve formal customer sign off - Demonstrate alignment with operational teams, ensuring designs support operational workflows and service delivery - UK National - SC clearance Strong knowledge of Fortinet technologies, including: - FortiGate NGFW & SD WAN - IPSec/ADVPN - Routing protocols (BGP/OSPF) - ZTNA, segmentation, security profiles - Hands on experience producing HLDs/LLDs and technical governance packs - Enterprise network architecture and secure configuration principles - Monitoring, logging, and SIEM integration - Experience with system, network and security testing is desirable Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. An award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over multiple years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

IT Operation s Platforms and Security Lead This role requires excellent management of a small team in IT along with managing stakeholders and vendors. You must be hands-on technically in IT Infrastructure. The IT Operational Platform and Security Lead is responsible for overseeing the organisation’s IT operations, ensuring the stability, continuity, security, and efficiency of its technology platforms within a global commercial insurance environment. While Microsoft technologies (Microsoft 365, Azure, Exchange Online) form a core part of the infrastructure, the role also encompasses broader enterprise IT systems, multi layered networking, security, data management, and third-party platforms that support global business operations and the associated applications estate. The role requires a proactive leader who can drive IT operational excellence, manage security risks, focus on continual service improvement, drive transformational delivery projects, and work effectively with internal stakeholders and third-party vendors to deliver a high-quality Global IT services. Working in line with the Architecture defined IT principle of a "buy before build" environment, the individual will need to ensure that outsourced and cloud-based services are robust, cost-effective, and aligned with business needs and the Strategic IT vision. They will also play a key role in enhancing cybersecurity, protecting data and systems, driving transformative operational change, enhancing IT processes and ensuring compliance with governance bodies and industry regulations. Due to the nature of the role, complexity Security, Compliance & Risk Management Define and enforce cloud security policies, identity management, and access controls to protect systems, networks, and data. Oversee the adoption of zero-trust security principles to enhance protection across cloud platforms. Manage identity and access management (IAM) in a cloud-first environment, including Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, SSO, and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Lead threat monitoring, detection, and response using cloud-native security solutions such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and SIEM platforms. Ensure compliance with cloud security frameworks and regulatory requirements (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, SOC2, FCA). Conduct regular security risk assessments, penetration tests, and vulnerability management across cloud services. Oversee endpoint security, cloud network and API security for robust protection across all assets Define, manage and maintain accurate DR and BCP plans for the infrastructure area with biannual tests. Technical Experience Microsoft Azure Infrastructure design and administration, including topology, Azure networking, services, and component knowledge, Microsoft AD (Entra), Server and SQL experience, O365 administration and design Global Software Patching and estate management via Intune Firewall (Azure, CheckPoint and Cloudflare), DNS, VPN, WIFI and Local Area Network design & administration experience Software Defined Networking (Cisco, Meraki, Versa) Key Skills Microsoft 365 & Azure: Strong experience managing Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams), Azure cloud infrastructure, and security tools such as Microsoft Defender and Sentinel. Security & Compliance: Deep knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS), compliance requirements (GDPR, SOC2), and risk management best practices. Identity & Access Management (IAM): Expertise in Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, Single Sign-On (SSO), and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Threat Management & Incident Response: Ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate cyber threats using SIEM, endpoint security, and vulnerability management tools. Networking & Infrastructure Security: Understanding of firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN, DNS security, endpoint protection, and cloud security controls. IT Service Management & Automation: Experience implementing ITIL-based service management, automating operational tasks, and optimising service delivery. Operational & Leadership Skills: IT Operations & Service Continuity: Ability to ensure IT systems are highly available, resilient, and fit for purpose, with a strong focus on business continuity and disaster recovery. Supplier & Vendor Management: Experience managing third-party IT vendors, MSPs, and SaaS providers, ensuring service levels, performance, and cost-effectiveness. Project Leadership & Change Management: Ability to lead technology projects, system upgrades, and platform migrations, ensuring smooth execution and minimal business disruption. Process Improvement & Automation: Strong analytical mindset to identify inefficiencies, automate workflows, and enhance security controls. Soft Skills & Mindset: Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Capable of making informed decisions and resolving complex IT issues in a fast-paced environment. Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership and business users. Resilience & Adaptability: Comfortable working in an evolving technology landscape, with a proactive and security-first approach. Summary of Skills Required: Global Enterprise level Infrastructure Management position for the last 5 years, Global team management (human resources, strategic delivery, operational service, audit lead for Infra, budget..) Key - 3 party operational infrastructure vendor management - i.e management of managed service partners, Migration of Legacy VM based estates to SaaS and Cloud services platforms, Legacy tech to Azure knowledge/experience, Prior to the last 5 years, a technical infrastructure engineering level background, working on Windows Server, AD , SQL environments, Firewalls/SDWAN, and Networks (WAN &/or LAN). The Client is based in the City of London. This is a hybrid position with 3 days in the office. The salary for this role will be in the range £85K - £100K plus Benefits. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

IT Infrastructure Operation s and Security Lead This role requires excellent management of a small team in IT along with managing stakeholders and vendors. You must be hands-on technically in IT Infrastructure. The IT Operational Platform and Security Lead is responsible for overseeing the organisation’s IT operations, ensuring the stability, continuity, security, and efficiency of its technology platforms within a global commercial insurance environment. While Microsoft technologies (Microsoft 365, Azure, Exchange Online) form a core part of the infrastructure, the role also encompasses broader enterprise IT systems, multi layered networking, security, data management, and third-party platforms that support global business operations and the associated applications estate. Security, Compliance & Risk Management Define and enforce cloud security policies, identity management, and access controls to protect systems, networks, and data. Oversee the adoption of zero-trust security principles to enhance protection across cloud platforms. Manage identity and access management (IAM) in a cloud-first environment, including Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, SSO, and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Lead threat monitoring, detection, and response using cloud-native security solutions such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and SIEM platforms. Ensure compliance with cloud security frameworks and regulatory requirements (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, SOC2, FCA). Conduct regular security risk assessments, penetration tests, and vulnerability management across cloud services. Oversee endpoint security, cloud network and API security for robust protection across all assets Define, manage and maintain accurate DR and BCP plans for the infrastructure area with biannual tests. Technical Experience Microsoft Azure Infrastructure design and administration, including topology, Azure networking, services, and component knowledge, Microsoft AD (Entra), Server and SQL experience, O365 administration and design Global Software Patching and estate management via Intune Firewall (Azure, CheckPoint and Cloudflare), DNS, VPN, WIFI and Local Area Network design & administration experience Software Defined Networking (Cisco, Meraki, Versa) Key Skills Microsoft 365 & Azure: Strong experience managing Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams), Azure cloud infrastructure, and security tools such as Microsoft Defender and Sentinel. Security & Compliance: Deep knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS), compliance requirements (GDPR, SOC2), and risk management best practices. Identity & Access Management (IAM): Expertise in Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, Single Sign-On (SSO), and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Threat Management & Incident Response: Ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate cyber threats using SIEM, endpoint security, and vulnerability management tools. Networking & Infrastructure Security: Understanding of firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN, DNS security, endpoint protection, and cloud security controls. IT Service Management & Automation: Experience implementing ITIL-based service management, automating operational tasks, and optimising service delivery. Operational & Leadership Skills: IT Operations & Service Continuity: Ability to ensure IT systems are highly available, resilient, and fit for purpose, with a strong focus on business continuity and disaster recovery. Supplier & Vendor Management: Experience managing third-party IT vendors, MSPs, and SaaS providers, ensuring service levels, performance, and cost-effectiveness. Project Leadership & Change Management: Ability to lead technology projects, system upgrades, and platform migrations, ensuring smooth execution and minimal business disruption. Process Improvement & Automation: Strong analytical mindset to identify inefficiencies, automate workflows, and enhance security controls. Soft Skills & Mindset: Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Capable of making informed decisions and resolving complex IT issues in a fast-paced environment. Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership and business users. Resilience & Adaptability: Comfortable working in an evolving technology landscape, with a proactive and security-first approach. Summary of Skills Required: The following is a summary of the key skills that the Client would like you to bring to the company. Global Enterprise level Infrastructure Management position for the last 5 years, Buy before Build mentality and demonstrable migration of Legacy VM based estates to SaaS and Azure Cloud services platforms, Global Operational team management experience (human resources, strategic delivery, operational service, audit lead for Infra, budget..) Key 3 party operational infrastructure vendor management - i.e. management of managed service partners as a team extension globally, as well as service/solution delivery partners, Migration of Legacy VM based estates to SaaS and Cloud services platforms, Legacy Infra tech to Azure knowledge/experience, Prior to the last 5 years in Enterprise Management of a global estate/user-base, a demonstrable technical infrastructure engineering level background, working on Windows Server, AD , SQL environments, Firewalls/SDWAN, and Networks (WAN &/or LAN). The Client is based in the City of London. This is a hybrid position with 3 days in the office. The salary for this role will be in the range £85K - £95K plus Benefits. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

IT Operations Platforms and Security Lead In summary the Client is looking to recruit an all-round individual with expert knowledge and hands-on experience of IT Infrastructure coupled with Security, Compliance & Risk Management You must have upwards of 10 years hands-on expertise in IT Infrastructure combined with Security and Risk – ideally from within the banking or insurance sector. The IT Operational Platform and Security Lead is responsible for overseeing the organisation’s IT operations, ensuring the stability, continuity, security, and efficiency of its technology platforms within a global commercial insurance environment. While Microsoft technologies (Microsoft 365, Azure, Exchange Online) form a core part of the infrastructure, the role also encompasses broader enterprise IT systems, multi layered networking, security, data management, and third-party platforms that support global business operations and the associated applications estate. The role requires a proactive leader who can drive IT operational excellence, manage security risks, focus on continual service improvement, drive transformational delivery projects, and work effectively with internal stakeholders and third-party vendors to deliver a high-quality Global IT services. Working in line with the Architecture defined IT principle of a "buy before build" environment, the individual will need to ensure that outsourced and cloud-based services are robust, cost-effective, and aligned with business needs and the Strategic IT vision. They will also play a key role in enhancing cybersecurity, protecting data and systems, driving transformative operational change, enhancing IT processes and ensuring compliance with governance bodies and industry regulations. Due to the nature of the role, complexity of the estate, current transformation activities and team size, the role requires the functional capability and proficiency to technically augment the team capabilities (when required) and have a detailed knowledge of technical IT support roles/services as a requirement, across multiple technical areas. Security, Compliance & Risk Management Define and enforce cloud security policies, identity management, and access controls to protect systems, networks, and data. Oversee the adoption of zero-trust security principles to enhance protection across cloud platforms. Manage identity and access management (IAM) in a cloud-first environment, including Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, SSO, and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Lead threat monitoring, detection, and response using cloud-native security solutions such as Microsoft Defender, Sentinel, and SIEM platforms. Ensure compliance with cloud security frameworks and regulatory requirements (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, SOC2, FCA). Conduct regular security risk assessments, penetration tests, and vulnerability management across cloud services. Oversee endpoint security, cloud network and API security for robust protection across all assets Define, manage and maintain accurate DR and BCP plans for the infrastructure area with biannual tests. Technical Experience Microsoft Azure Infrastructure design and administration, including topology, Azure networking, services, and component knowledge, Microsoft AD (Entra), Server and SQL experience, O365 administration and design Global Software Patching and estate management via Intune Firewall (Azure, CheckPoint and Cloudflare), DNS, VPN, WIFI and Local Area Network design & administration experience Software Defined Networking (Cisco, Meraki, Versa) Key Skills Microsoft 365 & Azure: Strong experience managing Microsoft 365 (Exchange, SharePoint, Teams), Azure cloud infrastructure, and security tools such as Microsoft Defender and Sentinel. Security & Compliance: Deep knowledge of security frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS), compliance requirements (GDPR, SOC2), and risk management best practices. Identity & Access Management (IAM): Expertise in Azure AD, MFA, Conditional Access, Single Sign-On (SSO), and Privileged Access Management (PAM). Threat Management & Incident Response: Ability to detect, respond to, and mitigate cyber threats using SIEM, endpoint security, and vulnerability management tools. Networking & Infrastructure Security: Understanding of firewalls, VPNs, SD-WAN, DNS security, endpoint protection, and cloud security controls. IT Service Management & Automation: Experience implementing ITIL-based service management, automating operational tasks, and optimising service delivery. Operational & Leadership Skills: IT Operations & Service Continuity: Ability to ensure IT systems are highly available, resilient, and fit for purpose, with a strong focus on business continuity and disaster recovery. Supplier & Vendor Management: Experience managing third-party IT vendors, MSPs, and SaaS providers, ensuring service levels, performance, and cost-effectiveness. Project Leadership & Change Management: Ability to lead technology projects, system upgrades, and platform migrations, ensuring smooth execution and minimal business disruption. Process Improvement & Automation: Strong analytical mindset to identify inefficiencies, automate workflows, and enhance security controls. Skills & Mindset: Problem-Solving & Decision-Making: Capable of making informed decisions and resolving complex IT issues in a fast-paced environment. Stakeholder Engagement: Ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership and business users. Resilience & Adaptability: Comfortable working in an evolving technology landscape, with a proactive and security-first approach. The Client is a financial organisation based in the City of London. This is a hybrid position with 3 days in the office. Must have a Bachelor’s degree in IT or similar. The salary for this role will be in the range £85K - £95K plus Benefits. 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IT Support Analyst Engineer Our Client is looking to recruit an IT Support Analyst Engineer with at least 3 to 5 years experience in IT Network and Support ideally from a banking environment. Responsible for the support and maintenance of the IT infrastructure, and to provide IT support to staff and other group colleagues. To assist in the response to service outages and other IT related problems as well as maintenance and upkeep of for security of the systems in place To provide IT Support and assistance to branch staff concerning IT related matters in a timely fashion. • Responsible for the maintenance of the IT infrastructure of the Branch by providing first line support of software, hardware and networking that incudes installation, configuration and troubleshooting. Support endpoint security standards (antivirus/firewall/patching/two-factor authentication). • Manage day to day operational aspects of a project and scope. • To assist the IT Manager in delivering various IT projects. • End User Computing support for all staff. • Coordinator between the London Users and Group IT Security on all requests for systems access and to ensure that such permissions are provided promptly, are regularly updated and that the Group Access Matrix Protocol is followed at all times. • Preserve the Assets of the Branch by implementing Disaster Recovery and back up procedures and ensuring that the standards comply with Group requirements. • Provide IT support to ensure the smooth running of daily and periodic reports for the London Compliance team to ensure adherence to the Anti Money Laundering Provisions . • Undertake Data Extraction for reporting requirements for all the other stakeholders at the branch. • To hold Administrator function for some of the systems housed at the Branch”. Responsible for the granting of access and maintenance of system matrix Overall networking equipment monitoring (i.e. Network Switches, Firewall and other appliances) and support inclusive of the server room. • To plan and carry out maintenance checks to ensure IT Operations, infrastructures are running smoothly and ensure daily routine task completeness. • Manage inventory of computers, network equipment including tracking of purchased equipment and services. • To maintain and ensure that the BCP site is always ready for continuous bank operations • To maintain the branch PABX system and to ensure that the recording system is always up and running at all times. • To perform monthly infrastructure test and report for Risk Assessment. • Manage Incident Handling procedure (This includes monitoring as well as post –incident follow up • Support the Branch operations as and when needed and any other tasks assigned by the General Manager of the Branch. • To comply with all applicable FCA/PRA conduct rules. • Compliance with all mandatory training as set by the Branch/Group. Bachelor or Master’s degree or professional qualification in relevant discipline (IT/Information Systems/Computer Science/Technology/Programming/Information Science/System Engineering/Computing) At least 3 years of experience in IT ideally in the Banking/Financial industry in-depth knowledge of and troubleshooting experience with Windows, Office applications and conferencing applications. Technical/Functional skills - Proficient in common operating systems - Software proficiency - Networking (IT) - Proficient in programming languages - Project management - Data analysis Personal skills (Soft Competencies [Core/Leadership]) - Strong interpersonal skills - Strong written and verbal communication skills (in English) Strong stakeholder engagement The position is based in Central London. The salary will be in the range £40K - £45K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period for this exciting position.

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.

Job title: Senior Platform Automation Engineer Location: Stoke-on-Trent, Permanent Onsite Salary: £75,000- £85,000 (DOE) +benefits The Senior Platform Automation Engineer is responsible for designing, delivering, and maintaining Infrastructure as Code (IaC) that underpins the secure, repeatable, and compliant delivery of Collaborative Working Environments (CWEs) for defence customers and their supply‑chain partners. The purpose of this role is to reduce manual infrastructure build and configuration, improve consistency and reliability, and enable rapid, auditable deployment of environments that meet defence‑grade security and assurance standards. The role plays a critical part in ensuring CWEs can be provisioned, evolved, and operated safely through code‑driven automation. Working within secure, predominantly on‑premise and private cloud platforms, the Senior Platform Automation Engineer contributes hands‑on engineering expertise while promoting automation best practices, supporting platform resilience, and enabling delivery teams to consume infrastructure safely and efficiently. Strategic & Principal Responsibilities Contribute to the strategic direction for on‑premise platform automation Define automation standards, patterns, and reference architectures for secure on‑premise infrastructure. Shape the long‑term roadmap for Infrastructure as Code adoption, modernising traditional infrastructure practices safely within defence environments. Act as a technical authority and decision maker for platform automation approaches, tools, and designs. Influence senior stakeholders, architects, security teams, and delivery leads on platform strategy, risk, and investment priorities. Infrastructure as Code & Automation Delivery Design, build, and maintain Infrastructure as Code (IaC) for the automated provisioning and lifecycle management of on‑premise CWEs. Develop reusable, version‑controlled automation artefacts to standardise infrastructure builds across environments. Lead the transition from manual and bespoke builds to repeatable, code‑driven infrastructure delivery. Ensure all infrastructure changes are auditable, reproducible, and aligned with secure delivery practices. Security, Assurance & Compliance Embed defence‑grade security controls, identity integration, and configuration hardening into all automation. Design infrastructure automation to support accreditation, assurance, and audit requirements. Work closely with security and compliance teams to ensure platforms meet customer and regulatory expectations. CI/CD & Environment Lifecycle Management Integrate Infrastructure as Code into CI/CD pipelines to support controlled, repeatable platform changes. Define and implement safe promotion models across development, test, and production environments. Automate environment provisioning, modification, and decommissioning to support customer lifecycle needs. Operational Reliability & Continuous Improvement Improve reliability and reduce operational risk by identifying automation gaps and replacing manual processes. Support incident analysis and drive preventative improvement through enhanced automation. Actively manage technical debt within platform automation codebases. Continuously refine automation to improve efficiency, quality, and resilience. Leadership, Coaching & Enablement Provide senior technical leadership and mentoring to Junior and Graduate engineers. Set expectations for coding quality, automation practices, and operational ownership. Enable delivery and operations teams to safely consume platform automation through clear guidance and tooling. Contribute to engineering culture, promoting automation‑first, code‑driven delivery Education and Experience Requirements Essential Experience Significant, hands‑on experience designing, building, and operating on‑premise infrastructure platforms within enterprise or highly regulated environments. Proven experience delivering Infrastructure as Code (IaC) to automate the provisioning and lifecycle management of infrastructure. Demonstrable experience working in security‑constrained or regulated environments, such as defence, government, or critical national infrastructure. Experience contributing to or establishing technical standards, automation patterns, and strategic direction for platform engineering. Technical Experience Strong experience with Nutanix hyperconverged infrastructure, including cluster design, operation, and automation. Experience supporting or automating Citrix platforms (e.g. virtual apps and desktops) within secure enterprise environments. Solid understanding of traditional data‑centre technologies including compute, storage, networking, and identity services. Hands‑on experience building, configuring, and automating SQL Server platforms. Experience supporting multi‑tier enterprise applications hosted on on‑premise infrastructure. Understanding of how collaboration platforms are underpinned by identity, database, and application services. Automation & Infrastructure as Code Strong practical experience with Infrastructure as Code tools (e.g. Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell DSC, or equivalent). Proven ability to create reusable, version‑controlled automation artefacts. Experience integrating infrastructure automation into CI/CD pipelines. Experience embedding security controls, identity integration, access models, and configuration hardening into automated builds. Familiarity with accreditation, assurance, and audit processes in secure environments. Experience supporting live platforms, responding to incidents, and driving automation‑led improvements. Leadership & Professional Experience Experience operating as a senior technical engineer, providing guidance and technical leadership to peers. Proven ability to influence technical direction and challenge legacy approaches with pragmatic, automation‑led solutions. Comfortable acting as a trusted technical advisor to architects, security teams, and delivery stakeholders. LA International is an award-winning partner of choice for many of the world's most influential companies and government organisations. Holding Enhanced Government Security Accreditation, we are recognised as the European market leader in the delivery of Security Cleared talent to organisations that demand the very highest levels of security, compliance and assurance. A multiple award-winning organisation, having secured the prestigious Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade over consecutive years. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of background or identity, and we encourage candidates who may not meet every listed requirement to still apply. If you require any adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to ensure a fair and accessible experience. Please Note: If a high volume of applications is received, only candidates shortlisted will be contacted.

2 Level Application Support Engineer We are looking for a experienced technical engineer to join our growing Equities business. The platform you will be looking after is used by multiple trading desks servicing a diverse set of clients and instruments. As part of the wider platform team you will be working closely Developers along with technical, analysis and testing colleagues. Investigation and resolution of the work items at hand will require competent technical skills and a keen intellect. The business is a growth area, with current investments taking place in all of the technology, business and middle office areas. Primary Responsibilities: Monitor application components. Global support and includes weekend availability to troubleshoot production related issues and perform checkouts. Expertise in operating windows and Linux environment with good command over any scripting language such as Shell, Perl, Python, etc. Knowledge of configuration Management systems such as Ansible. Strong Knowledge of CI tools such Bamboo or Jenkins. Ability to work both independently and in groups in an energetic, diverse environment. Debugging the system and fixing the production related issues. Handles complex operational tasks and recommends process and technology changes. Build monitor tools for production environments. Expedient deployment of new systems. Capacity planning and support for increasing volumes and business growth. Knowledge of networking and storage concepts. Escalate / follow-up on permanent fix for development related issues. Provide solutions for application automation. Manage communication of system and application outages to the end users whenever required. Resolve complex application and technical problems. Build, test and install software in Dev, QA, Prod/DR environment. Support complex efforts involving Analysis, Design, Development and testing of various application components Desired Experience/ Skills: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science, Engineering, or Mathematics Previous career roles in Support Analyst coupled with experience within the Financial industry at least 3+ yrs. Expertise in operating windows and Linux environment with good command over any scripting language such as Shell, Perl, Python, etc. Basic knowledge of infrastructure concepts. Nice to understand Devops tools such Bamboo or Jenkins. Hands-on experience in support of a real-time trading environment. Knowledge of support applications that use high-performance messaging/middleware. Strong analytical, and verbal and written communication skills. Strong Knowledge of FIX protocol. Java, C#, C++ development skills set, nice plus. Personal Attributes Good communication skills, including the ability to write clearly. Able to function effectively as a member of a team. Proactive with respect to personal and technical development. The position is based in the City London. The duration of this contract is 12 months. The rate for this assignment is circa £400 per day. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with you daily rate in GBP and availability.

Role: DevOps Engineer Role Type: Manchester - UK - Hybrid (2 Days on-site) Salary/ Rate: Negotiable Type: Contract Inside IR35 About the client Project: The Core Banking Platform is responsible for the systems that process payments, manage accounts, and deliver essential banking functionality. We serve all areas of the Bank that consume transactional data from our Core Banking Systems—supporting colleague and customer journeys, regulatory reporting, and real-time event streaming. Our platform is moving towards a modern, event-driven architecture, leveraging APIs, cloud-native services, and advanced DevOps tooling to deliver secure, scalable, and high-performing solutions. We work closely with partners across the Group, including Data & Machine Learning, Consumer Lending, and Cloud Services, to deliver strategic account data products and enable the next generation of banking services. We’re committed to continuous improvement, modernizing our tooling (e.g., migrating from Jenkins to Harness for CI/CD, enabling blue-green deployments, and adoption of backstage as the Internal Developer Portal) and ensuring our engineers have the skills and support to deliver at pace and scale. About the Role: As a DevOps Engineer in Core Banking, you’ll play a pivotal role in designing, building, and supporting the tools and processes that enable our teams to deliver high-quality software at pace. You’ll work collaboratively across engineering, product, and operations teams to ensure our platform is secure, resilient, and continuously improving. What you’ll do: • Design, implementation, and maintenance of CI/CD pipelines using industry-standard tools (e.g., Jenkins, Harness Git, Nexus, SonarQube, Docker, Kubernetes). • Champion DevOps best practices, including Infrastructure as Code (IaC), automated testing, monitoring, and observability, ensuring compliance with banking regulations and internal security standards. • Support the deployment and operation of microservices on both private and public cloud environments, leveraging container orchestration (Kubernetes) and service mesh (Istio) where appropriate. • Drive continuous improvement by identifying bottlenecks, automating manual processes, and sharing knowledge across engineering teams. • Ensure robust monitoring, alerting, and incident response processes are in place to maintain high availability and reliability of banking services. What we’re looking for: • Strong engineering background with a deep understanding of DevOps practices, processes, and supporting tools. • Experience designing and implementing CI/CD pipelines and associated DevOps tooling (Jenkins, Harness, Backstage, Git, Nexus, SonarQube, Docker, Kubernetes). • Proficiency with source control systems (Git), including branching strategies and code review practices. • Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (especially GCP), Kubernetes, Docker, and Infrastructure as Code. • Familiarity with monitoring, logging, alerting, and SRE concepts (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK, etc.). • Experience with test automation tools (JUnit, Cucumber, Selenium, Postman). • Knowledge of messaging and streaming platforms (Kafka) and service mesh (Istio). • Understanding of network protocols, security best practices, and compliance requirements for banking. • Curiosity, adaptability, and a commitment to continuous improvement and inclusive teamwork. • Experience with network protocols & security. • Exposure to large-scale, regulated environments (preferably financial services). • Knowledge of additional DevOps tools and emerging technologies.

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

IT Manager Our Client is a Bank based in Central London, are looking to recruit an IT Manager ideally with at least 2 years of experience in IT within the financial industry and overall 7 to 10 years of experience in IT. You will be working in a small team managing the day-to-day technology infrastructure to ensure that the Bank can operate efficiently. Cybersecurity Strategy and Planning Evaluate and proritize security initiatives for the branch in London in collaboration with GT (Group Technology) - Group IT Security. Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats and trends and escalate risks promptly. Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR and any other applicable to the IT). Evaluate GT s compliance with relevant regulatory standards (eg ISO 27001) as part of critical vendor performance assessment ensuring operational resilience is maintained. In collaboration with GT, manage security systems, including firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and antivirus software. In collaboration with GT, Develop and test incident response plans and coordinate responses to security incidents and breaches Raise awareness of cybersecurity issues among bank London employees; conduct annual training /workshops to educate staff on security best practices aligned with GT. Other Duties Maintain professional and technical knowledge (Conduct Rule 2) e.g. by attending educational workshops; read professional publications; benchmarking state-of-the-art practices etc where relevant. Collaborate with stakeholders to handle backlogs and new requirements - Resolve conflicts and remove blockers for the team - Monitor, track and uphold quality of deliverables. Be the point of contact for external communications and facilitate internal communication for effective collaboration on IT related matters. Ensure work deliverables are in compliance with policies and regulatory requirements . Maintains quality service by establishing and enforcing organization standards. To act as second/third level support with GT for support related issues. To comply with all applicable FCA/PRA conduct rules. Compliance with all mandatory training as set by the Branch/Group. Technical/Functional skills - Proficient in common operating systems o Windows 10, Windows Server 2018 and above o Redhat Linux based Operating System - Software proficiency o VMWare v6.7 and above o Veeam Backup and Replication o Symantec Endpoint Protection o Symantec Endpoint Encryption o ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus o Microsoft Office 365 o Bloomberg FXT/eikons o Murex Treasury System o SWIFT Alliance Access (SAA) - Networking (IT) o Cisco Switches and Routers o Fortigate Firewalls o LAN/WAN Routing - Hardware o Dell PowerEdge Servers o Dell PowerVault SAN Storage - Data analysis - Basic PC/Laptop support (formatting, imaging, etc) - Experience of writing and updating IT policies, standards, procedures, and guidelines Personal skills (Soft Competencies [Core/Leadership]) - Committed and dedicated to team deliverables. - Ownership of the business - Strong interpersonal stakeholders management skills - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Ability to train IT staff, supervise and motivate team members for high performance - Experience in coordinating installations, upgrades, and maintenance - Knowledge of architecture processes and performance reports of operating systems - Strong analytical/critical thinking skills - Ability to understand and oversee code development Qualifications: Bachelors degree qualification in relevant discipline Professional Qualification and/or Regulatory, Licensing requirements Project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2) is highly desirable. Professional certifications such as Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM), or Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) are highly desirable. Relevant Work Experience At least 6 years of experience in IT within the financial/banking industry is preferable. Minimum of 2 years experience in managing staff or managing teams in a cross functional set-up. The position is based in Central London and is hybrid 3 days w eek in the office. The salary for this position will be up to £65K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Senior Azure Cloud Infrastructure Analyst The Senior Azure Cloud Infrastructure Analyst is a hands-on role planning and managing Azure cloud infrastructure delivery, including daily management, DevOps, capacity planning, and participating in defining the company’s global infrastructure architecture. The Senior Analyst will ensure the quality and timely delivery of technology efforts in support of strategic infrastructure projects and works closely with other teams to define infrastructure requirements to support applications, security, and compliance initiatives. The Senior Azure Cloud Infrastructure Analyst works with different teams to design and implement cloud solutions that fit organizational requirements. This individual is an expert in Azure DevOps and Azure infrastructure and security configurations, recommends standards and security requirements that match written information security policy. Prior experience in an international enterprise environment is essential. Responsibilities: Collaborate with IT teams for input and operational requirements to design and implement overall cloud infrastructure and security strategy. Coordinate and lead infrastructure\security initiatives in the Azure cloud. Serve as the technical lead in Azure cloud DR and recovery strategies that align with information security policies. Develops and implements backup and recovery strategies to support data retention requirements. Evaluates and designs highly available, scalable, and redundant applications in the Azure cloud. Coordinates with cross-functional teams to support development, code promotion, continuous improvement following DevOps / DevSecOps best practices. Participate in the development and testing of an incident response planfor incidents that affect the cloud infrastructure. Ensure infrastructure is maintained and security is designed for every deployment. Manages projects to ensure that the delivery is on-time, within budget, and adopted to meet the company's information protection requirements. Actively supports the organization's cloud initiatives and responds to business requirements while achieving SLAs in place to support the organization's needs. Adhere to applicable change management policy and procedure. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required. Candidates must possess significant analytical skills, which evolved from early academic training in Networking, Information Systems, Computer Science, or similar discipline. Minimum of 5 years' experience in a variety of infrastructure technologies. Ability to lead multi-disciplined teams when conducting incident root cause analysis Serve as the technical expert in the Azure cloud. Proficient in continuous integration, continuous delivery concepts (DevOps), with DevSecOps highly desirable. Desired Qualifications: Any Azure, AWS, GCP, Nutanix, Meraki, Cisco, or security certifications Knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office and Visio Knowledge of WAN technologies, including MPLS, SD-WAN Knowledge of cloud-provided infrastructure (AWS, GCP) Prior experience implementing/maintaining Cisco ELA products including DNA, Firepower, ISE Management console, Umbrella, AMP, Stealth watch, as well as Splunk, SolarWinds, Varonis, and Darktrace Project management skills are highly desirable Proficiency in hybrid cloud, virtualization, Server OS, SAN, SMTP, email relay, email security, Active Directory, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP Working knowledge of Cisco network switches, routers, firewalls and VPN, DLP, antivirus, IDS/IPS, SIEM, SQL VDI, and Security concepts ITIL Foundation Certification Previous experience in a HIPAA/FDA regulated environment The role will be based in Trumbull CT USA. The salary for this position is in the range $120K - $135K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

MS Dynamics CRM Systems Administrator – Trumbull CT USA Our Client is implementing a large scale system overhaul including changing and standardizing the core ERP and CRM infrastructure to a Microsoft Dynamics and Azure platform. Over the next 2 years, the systems will be implemented in stages and we are now looking for three Regional CRM System administrators (One in each of the following locations: In Trumbull CT (USA), Måløv/Copenhagen (Denmark) and Singapore or Mumbai) to support the implementation and the ongoing commercial operations. As Regional CRM System Administrator you be responsible for Application and System Administration support in the region. You will report to the CRM Technical Lead and be the bridge between regional Commercial Operations and User groups and the Central CRM development team, where your responsibility is maintaining the system, resolving issues and escalating change requests. You will also work closely with our regional Helpdesk and SuperUsers providing training and knowledge transfer to ensure quality first line system support. Your system admin responsibilities will primarily be focused on Microsoft dynamics Customer Engagement (CRM), Dynamics for Marketing but also include other solution softwares like Alignstar Territory Alignment, Xactly Performance Management and the integration with our ERP System Dynamics Finance & Operations. As The CRM Systems Administrator you will be required to perform the following tasks: Perform all administrative functions for CRM system including, monitoring data feeds, updating data values, adjusting workflows, creating new reports/dashboards, etc Act as central point of contact for all change requests and system alteration requests (BPC); working with sales, marketing, operations, and IT leadership to assess, prioritize and implement as needed Deploy Microsoft Dynamics CRM solutions and Deploy SQL Integration Services packages. Refresh and munge production databases for staging, test and development environments. Assist Development team troubleshoot issues with network, Active Directory, deployment, Windows and PowerShell. Work with development and engineering team to automate, build and test CRM solutions. Configure, implement, monitor and maintain staging environments. Troubleshoot issues and provide analysis and recommendations for resolution and prevention. Monitor and analyze system performance and provide recommendations for improvement, including system tuning and configuration changes. Provide Tier 2 and 3 association support Support and participate in the deployment of the entire Dynamics solution including but not limited to application, DB, Web Server, internet-facing deployment To successfully perform the mentioned tasks CRM Systems Administrator will require the following skills: 3+ years of Microsoft Dynamics CRM Administration experience cloud infrastructure preferred. Power BI Reporting knowledge and good hands on experience creating Dashboard, reports and data exports for business Good knowledge of Microsoft Power Automate, Flows and workflows Demonstrated ability to learn new systems and applications quickly Experience implementing and supporting Windows clients within a production environment. Strong comprehension of networking concepts such as DNS, DHCP, Email, HTTP, SSL, and TCP/IP protocols. Strong troubleshooting skills (networking, virtualization, Active Directory, Windows Server, Windows Firewall) The ability to identify the root causes of issues by analyzing patterns and trends. 3+ years writing PowerShell scripts. 2+ years Windows Server Administration. This position will be based in Trumbull CT USA The salary for this position will be in the range $90K - $130K + Benefits. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.