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The Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit in CGI is a true IT Systems Integrator. We work, build, and operate bespoke, technically complex, mission-critical systems which help our clients keep us all safe and secure. We bring innovation to our clients using proven and emerging technologies, agile delivery processes and our deep expertise across the breadth of space, defence, intelligence, aerospace and maritime, all underpinned by our end-to-end cyber capability. We work collaboratively with global technology companies, cutting edge SMEs and academia to deliver the optimal solution for each client. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named one of the 'World's Best Employers' by Forbes magazine. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. CGI are on the lookout for a Solution Architect to be responsible for the development of pre sales solutions meeting client objectives and requirements for the Deployed Land Environment new business within CGI's Space, Defence and Intelligence business unit. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to be a sole UK National and hold UK Security Clearance, or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid role, with requirements to be onsite in our Chippenham and Bristol offices as needed.

At CGI, you'll play a leading role in shaping a major business and digital transformation programme that will strengthen how critical public services operate. As a Senior Solution Architect, you'll take ownership of end-to-end architecture for a modern ERP implementation, helping replace legacy finance, HR and procurement systems while improving resilience, data quality, financial control and regulatory compliance. You'll have the scope to challenge thinking, influence strategic technology decisions and turn complex requirements into solutions that deliver lasting value. Working with programme leaders, suppliers and multidisciplinary experts, you'll be supported by a collaborative CGI community while bringing your creativity and architectural expertise to decisions that will shape both the programme and the client's wider digital future. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position with some limited (expensed) travel to the client site in Mansfield.

Senior UX Lead Architect – Holborn London Our Client is a leading international consultant with offices scattered around the World. Currently, they are looking to recruit a UX Design Lead Architect for their London office. You must have be a design lead with a strong UX background, experience in Service Design and an interest in design strategy. We are looking for a seasoned, hands-on practitioner, with a can-do attitude. As a senior member of the team and design representative in the organisation, your focus will be on people – clients, users/customers, team and colleagues and on the process support and advocate for the existing systems, and with a critical eye improve upon them. You will be reporting to the Global Head of the XD Practice and programme delivery. EXPERIENCE · Senior designer with over 8 years work experience working for blue chip clients · as a Senior UX designer, Senior Product designer, UX architect, or a Service designer. · Design processes, agile development and lean UX. · Working collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team. · Creating omnichannel experiences – cross-platform and cross-device solutions. · Designing enterprise level, consumer grade digital services and products. · Ability to define key metrics and evaluate project success. · Working to strict deadlines. · Proven design track record and design agency experience. · Design degree or equivalent. You will be involved in leading pitches, presentations and support proposals. Create project estimates and plans Summary of Senior UX Architect Skills required: · Provide leadership in challenging situations through clarity, tact and diplomacy. · Ability to identify and communicate the commercial impact of design decisions. · Full command of the UX process and an understanding of the Service Design process. · Visual thinking, proof of concept, rapid prototyping, storyboarding and technical skills. · Attention to detail. · Ability to quickly turn around wireframes in an iterative environment. · Proficiency in Sketch, Axure, Adobe CS, etc. · An understanding of technology. Salary for this role will be in the range £65K - £85K + Benefits. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your current salary and notice period/availability.

Senior UX Lead Architect – Holborn London Our Client is a leading international consultant with offices scattered around the World. Currently, they are looking to recruit a UX Design Lead Architect for their London office. You must have be a design lead with a strong UX background, experience in Service Design and an interest in design strategy. We are looking for a seasoned, hands-on practitioner, with a can-do attitude. As a senior member of the team and design representative in the organisation, your focus will be on people – clients, users/customers, team and colleagues and on the process support and advocate for the existing systems, and with a critical eye improve upon them. You will be reporting to the Global Head of the XD Practice and programme delivery. EXPERIENCE · Senior designer with over 8 years work experience working for blue chip clients · as a Senior UX designer, Senior Product designer, UX architect, or a Service designer. · Design processes, agile development and lean UX. · Working collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team. · Creating omnichannel experiences – cross-platform and cross-device solutions. · Designing enterprise level, consumer grade digital services and products. · Ability to define key metrics and evaluate project success. · Working to strict deadlines. · Proven design track record and design agency experience. · Design degree or equivalent. You will be involved in leading pitches, presentations and support proposals. Create project estimates and plans Summary of Senior UX Architect Skills required: · Provide leadership in challenging situations through clarity, tact and diplomacy. · Ability to identify and communicate the commercial impact of design decisions. · Full command of the UX process and an understanding of the Service Design process. · Visual thinking, proof of concept, rapid prototyping, storyboarding and technical skills. · Attention to detail. · Ability to quickly turn around wireframes in an iterative environment. · Proficiency in Sketch, Axure, Adobe CS, etc. · An understanding of technology. Salary for this role will be in the range £65K - £80K + Benefits. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your current salary and notice period/availability.

Lead UX Architect – Holborn London Our Client is a leading international consultant with offices scattered around the World. Currently, they are looking to recruit a UX Design Lead Architect for their London office. You must have be a design lead with a strong UX background, experience in Service Design and an interest in design strategy. We are looking for a seasoned, hands-on practitioner, with a can-do attitude. As a senior member of the team and design representative in the organisation, your focus will be on people – clients, users/customers, team and colleagues and on the process support and advocate for the existing systems, and with a critical eye improve upon them. You will be reporting to the Global Head of the XD Practice and programme delivery. EXPERIENCE · Senior designer with over 8 years work experience working for blue chip clients · as a Senior UX designer, Senior Product designer, UX architect, or a Service designer. · Design processes, agile development and lean UX. · Working collaboratively in an interdisciplinary team. · Creating omnichannel experiences – cross-platform and cross-device solutions. · Designing enterprise level, consumer grade digital services and products. · Ability to define key metrics and evaluate project success. · Working to strict deadlines. · Proven design track record and design agency experience. · Design degree or equivalent. You will be involved in leading pitches, presentations and support proposals. Create project estimates and plans Summary of Senior UX Architect Skills required: · Provide leadership in challenging situations through clarity, tact and diplomacy. · Ability to identify and communicate the commercial impact of design decisions. · Full command of the UX process and an understanding of the Service Design process. · Visual thinking, proof of concept, rapid prototyping, storyboarding and technical skills. · Attention to detail. · Ability to quickly turn around wireframes in an iterative environment. · Proficiency in Sketch, Axure, Adobe CS, etc. · An understanding of technology. Salary for this role will be in the range £70K - £85K + Benefits. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with your current salary and notice period/availability.

Tibco Solution Architect We are looking for a solution architect with experience of designing and delivering an integration system on Tibco. - Application integration - System design - Enterprise integration patterns and middleware concepts - Data virtualisation The role is for 3-6 months initially and is inside IR35. It requires two days in the office based in Edinburgh per week. To be considered for the role please send over your latest CV. 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.

Job Title: CA Engineer (Java Skills / Tech Lead) Location: London - Hybrid Contract: 6 months, with possibility of extension Clearance: SC Cleared or eligible to obtain SC clearance We are currently recruiting for an experienced CA Engineer / Java Technical Lead to support a major technology programme based in London. The successful candidate will provide strong technical leadership across the design, development and delivery of scalable applications and services. The role requires excellent hands-on Java engineering capability alongside experience working with Kafka, Kubernetes and Python. Key Responsibilities * Provide technical leadership across software engineering and application delivery. * Lead the design and development of scalable, secure and resilient Java-based solutions. * Provide technical direction and guidance to engineers within the delivery team. * Develop and support event-driven and streaming solutions using Apache Kafka. * Deploy and maintain applications within Kubernetes environments. * Develop supporting services, automation and integration components using Python. * Work closely with architects, engineers, DevOps teams and other technical stakeholders. * Translate technical and business requirements into robust engineering solutions. * Review code, designs and technical approaches to ensure quality and consistency. * Support technical decision-making and contribute to engineering standards and best practices. * Troubleshoot complex application, integration and infrastructure issues. * Support the delivery of solutions through development, testing, deployment and production. * Ensure technical solutions meet appropriate security, performance, resilience and scalability requirements. * Mentor and support other engineers where required. * Maintain clear and accurate technical documentation. Essential Skills & Experience Candidates should have strong commercial experience across the following: * Java - strong hands-on development experience. * Proven experience operating as a Technical Lead, Lead Engineer or Senior Java Engineer. * Apache Kafka - experience developing or supporting messaging, streaming or event-driven architectures. * Kubernetes - experience deploying and supporting containerised applications. * Python - experience developing applications, services, automation or supporting tooling. * Strong software engineering and application design principles. * Experience working with distributed systems and microservice architectures. * Experience leading technical delivery within complex environments. * Strong understanding of scalable and resilient application design. * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving capability. * Experience providing technical guidance and mentoring to engineering teams. * Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills. * Experience working within Agile or multidisciplinary delivery teams. Desirable Experience Experience in the following would be advantageous: * Cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure or GCP. * Docker and containerised environments. * CI/CD pipelines and automated deployment. * REST APIs and microservices. * SQL or NoSQL databases. * Infrastructure-as-Code and DevOps tooling. * Real-time data processing and event-driven architecture. * Enterprise-scale transformation programmes. * Government or public-sector environments. 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.

SC cleared react developer required Pretty much remote 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.

nThe ideal candidate will be an ambitious and enthusiastic consultant who will nurture needs and deliver Microsoft Business Applications solutions for existing and prospective clients. Working with the Business Analysis practice and client teams to design, build, oversee, and implement solutions using the Power Platform and Dynamics 365 customer engagement first-party applications. What will the Dynamics CE Solution Architect be doing day-to-day? Advising customers on the fit of Microsoft Dynamics to their environment, infrastructure, functional and non-functional needs, and their compliance requirements Leading the architecture and technical design of Dynamics 365 CE Sales, Service and Marketing solutions, Power Platform and Field Services Interface with BAs, SME end-users and functional leads to ensure architecture and design meets their needs including integration with third party systems Guiding the design of the Dynamics functional and technical teams on the project Supporting the Delivery Lead planning delivery of solutions and their implementation What type of experience does the Dynamics 365 CE Solution Architect need to be successful in this role? Must have over 15+ years of experience in Microsoft stack with strong experience working as a Technical Consultant or Architect in Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE (CRM) Strong understanding of Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE and experience of working on full life cycle implementations across multiple versions of Dynamics CRM/365 CE (4.0, 2011, 2013, 2016, 365) Lead the design of solutions with BAs, SME end-users and Dynanmics 365 Functional Lead to understand customers environment and advise on fit of Dynamics to their needs including integration with third party systems. Able to guide work of the Dynamics Developers, and product SMEs on the project Able to write high level solution architecture and detailed Technical Design documentation Experienced in data integration and data migration Experience with onsite/offshore delivery models Experience with defined frameworks (MVC, Entity Framework and Enterprise Library) Strong client facing communication skills Experienced providing Pre-Sales demonstrations. Technically experienced in: SQL Server 2008 or above with custom report experience through SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) and FetchXML .NET Framework Version 4.5 or above including strong WCF\ Web API experience Knowledge of Web development, HTML, CSS, JSON, XML, Javascript and SQL C# and OOPS concepts Typescript and its conversion to JavaScript Azure Logic Apps Good to have experience and knowledge of Microsoft Azure Power Apps and Portal Field Services Customer Insight What education and certification credentials are needed for this role? Educated to degree level or equivalent TOGAF certified ideally Certified in an Agile methodology Microsoft Dynamics 365 CE/CRM certification (preferably Dynamics 365 Customer Service and Sales- MB-210) is highly desirable 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.

EU IT Solution Manager To be part of the IT Leadership Team and working closely with the European IT Director in supporting the transformation of the IT department to deliver quality IT services and associated support to our businesses across Europe. Accountable for the strategy, design, and deployment of technology solutions for IT systems and services across all Company European businesses to ensure they are simplified, standardised, reliable, and cost effective. Ensure that the Capacity and Availability of the IT systems and services can support core business functionality as and when it is required. Provide specialist 3rd line support when required. Define, measure and record service KPIs that will identify areas for development and deliver continuous improvement of IT services, processes, and support. Facilitate the education and development of 1st and 2nd line support teams. This role will enjoy hybrid working, splitting time between home and the IT Support Office, with occasional travel to the London office and other schools / business locations. Support the design, build and deployment of core IT systems and services: o Platforms – Physical hosts, virtual hosts (ESXi), Storage & Databases, SAAS Solutions, Monitoring, & backups. Networks – WAN, LAN, VPN, Wi-Fi, Firewalls, & Filtering. Cyber Security – Protection, Education, Audit, Disaster Recovery, & Business Continuity. • Review, develop and enhance the continued delivery of 1st class student learning through IT. • Identify and design solutions to enhance operations and solve business problems. • Support IT Teams in all activities that lead to the successful implementation of new solutions. • Direct the maintenance, monitoring and backup/restore of the European IT Services. • Facilitate the provision of 3rd line support to Europe IT Services, escalating to Group IT as required. • Manage major service incidents and problems through to resolution as directed. • ITIL process owner for Capacity and Performance; Availability; IT Service Continuity. • Provide technical escalation support and/or assist to IT colleagues in troubleshooting faults. • Support, guide and/or manage IT projects as directed by the European IT Director. • Audit and review the technical integrity of core systems and services. • Review operating efficiencies to facilitate and accommodate business growth. • Define, document and disseminate IT procedures, and standards. • Manage and maintain a knowledge base for core systems and services. • Any other reasonably requested duties. Excellent interpersonal skills including communicating effectively and professionally with people at all levels of the organisation. • Strong technical leadership ability and team spirit with a can-do attitude. • Self-motivation, effective time management and the ability to work unsupervised. • Must be able to use initiative and work under pressure, consistently employing a customer centric approach. • Able to demonstrate excellent analytical skills, problem solving, creative thinking and decision-making to design solutions and resolve issues. • Flexibility to work in various locations when required. IT Support environment (3rd line support) ITSM tools and methodology ITIL practice and methodology IT Project Delivery IT Architecture Must be degree educated with an ITIL Foundation. Salary for this position will be up to £60K. The position will be hybrid/remote with meetings in Central London. Please dos end your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period.

Network Architect Gloucester £65,000 - £75,000 + Progression + Leadership Responsibility + Pension + Holidays + Secure Projects Are you an experienced Network Architect with a strong background in defence or secure network environments? This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level professional to take on a technical authority position within a growing communications and infrastructure organisation delivering complex, secure network solutions across the UK. The company is an established engineering-led business specialising in secure network design, architecture and infrastructure transformation projects. With continued growth across defence and highly regulated sectors, they are seeking a Network Architect to lead discovery, design authority and architectural governance across multiple programmes. In this role, you will act as the technical lead and subject matter expert for complex network challenges, supporting both internal teams and end clients. You will be responsible for network discovery, high- and low-level design production, architectural governance and ensuring solutions align with formal frameworks and security standards. This position offers technical ownership, stakeholder influence and the opportunity to shape secure, large-scale network environments. The Role: * Act as Technical Authority and primary escalation point for complex network challenges * Lead network discovery activities across LAN, WAN, IP and legacy environments * Capture stakeholder requirements and define scalable, secure architectures * Produce and control high- and low-level design documentation and governance artefacts * Ensure compliance with defence security frameworks and architectural standards * Identify risks and support migration and transition planning * Provide technical leadership across multi-disciplinary project teams * Support project delivery and collaborate with PM and engineering functions The Person: * Degree-qualified or equivalent experience in Telecommunications, Network Engineering or similar * Strong experience within defence or highly regulated network environments * Proven background in network architecture, discovery and secure design principles * Experience working within recognised architectural frameworks (e.g. TOGAF or similar) * Deep understanding of enterprise LAN/WAN/IP network infrastructure * Eligible for SC clearance as a minimum * Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills * Comfortable working both in-office and at secure customer sites Rise Technical Recruitment Ltd acts an employment agency for permanent roles and an employment business for temporary roles. The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set and will be decided by our client, the employer. Rise are not responsible or liable for any hiring decisions made by the end client. We are an equal opportunities company and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.

At CGI, we deliver innovative technology solutions that help some of the world's leading organisations transform the way they operate. As a Software Engineer supporting one of our key accounts in Scotland, you'll contribute to the development of scalable, high-performance applications that support critical business services and customer experiences. Working within collaborative Agile teams, you'll help build modern cloud-ready solutions using Java and React, contributing to both backend services and responsive front-end applications. This is an exciting opportunity to work on impactful projects, enhance your technical expertise, and grow your career within a supportive environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of some of our programmes, you may need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. Our teams operate within a flexible hybrid working model, however on-site requirements vary by project, so the ability to travel as required to meet client needs is essential. This is a hybrid position which involves collaborating with the team at our Glasgow office at least one day a week.

At CGI, we're transforming public services through innovative, secure and scalable digital solutions that make a meaningful difference to communities across the UK. As a Java Software Engineer, you'll play a key role in designing and delivering modern, cloud-native applications that help our clients achieve lasting outcomes. Working with Java, Spring Boot and AWS, you'll take ownership of technical solutions, explore creative approaches to complex challenges and contribute to high-quality software engineering. You'll collaborate with talented multidisciplinary teams, sharing ideas and shaping solutions that deliver real value. With the support of an experienced community of professionals, you'll have opportunities to develop your expertise, embrace emerging technologies and make a lasting impact on essential public services. CGI was recognised in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work List 2025 and has been named a UK 'Best Employer' by the Financial Times. We offer a competitive salary, excellent pension, private healthcare, plus a share scheme (3.5% + 3.5% matching) which makes you a CGI Partner not just an employee. We are committed to inclusivity, building a genuinely diverse community of tech talent and inspiring everyone to pursue careers in our sector, including our Armed Forces, and are proud to hold a Gold Award in recognition of our support of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant. Join us and you'll be part of an open, friendly community of experts. We'll train and support you in taking your career wherever you want it to go. Due to the secure nature of the programme, you will need to hold UK Security Clearance or be eligible to go through this clearance. This is a hybrid position, requiring attendance at our client's site in Swansea 3 days a week.

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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Job Title: Technical Lead Location: Liverpool City Centre HQ / Hybrid (3 days in office) Salary: £70,000 - £85,000 per annum, depending on experience Job Type: Permanent, Full Time Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday We're looking for a Tech Lead to guide a talented, cross-functional squad as they design, build and deliver products that make a real difference for our customers. You'll lead a team made up of backend and frontend developers, QA and automation testers, designers, product managers and business analysts. Together, you'll create and evolve high-quality software using modern engineering practices and a microservice architecture built on Azure. As Tech Lead, you'll be hands-on with the code while supporting others to grow. You'll set technical direction, drive standards and help shape how your squad works, with real autonomy and trust. You'll collaborate closely with the Architecture Team to ensure your services fit seamlessly into our broader platform and long-term technical strategy. We work together in our Liverpool HQ three days a week because collaboration, quick feedback and creative problem-solving are key to how we deliver. Your Impact: The systems you'll design, and lead will power key parts of our products, used by thousands of customers every day. Your technical decisions will directly influence product quality, performance and customer experience. You'll help your team deliver features that are reliable, scalable and genuinely improve how people interact with our services. What You'll Do: Lead a multidisciplinary squad to deliver high-quality, production-ready software Design and build scalable microservices in .NET and Azure Contribute to the evolution of our microservice architecture and integration patterns Collaborate with frontend developers working in React and Next.js to deliver seamless user experiences Partner with product managers, BAs and designers to translate customer needs into clear technical plans Work closely with QA and automation testers to ensure quality and reliability are built in from the start Stay hands-on with code while mentoring developers and promoting best practices Drive technical discussions, champion clean architecture and improve our engineering standards Contribute to wider engineering initiatives, including developer experience and shared tooling Our Tech Stack: Backend: C#, .NET 8.0, Redis, MongoDb, SQL Server, Entity Framework, MassTransit, Mediator Frontend: React, Next.js, TypeScript Infrastructure: Azure, Docker, Kubernetes (AKS), Nginx, RabbitMQ Architecture: Microservices, Event-driven patterns, Clean Architecture Observability and Monitoring: Grafana, Loki, Sentry, PostHog Tooling and Practices: Git, CI/CD pipelines, Agile methodologies What We're Looking For: Proven experience leading software delivery within a microservice-based environment Strong technical background in .NET and Azure Comfortable working across the stack, with deeper expertise in backend systems Experience mentoring and guiding developers in a collaborative, agile setup Product-focused mindset with an understanding of trade-offs between speed, scalability and user experience Excellent communicator who brings clarity and empathy to technical discussions Passion for clean, maintainable code and continuous improvement Curious and proactive, always looking for better ways to build, measure and deliver Why Join Us: Real autonomy to shape how your squad designs, builds and delivers software A modern, cloud-native architecture that encourages experimentation and ownership Work with talented developers, designers, testers and product professionals who care about what they build Influence technical decisions that shape the direction of our products and platforms Opportunities to grow into staff, principal or architecture-focused leadership roles A supportive, transparent culture where craftsmanship, curiosity and learning are celebrated Regular opportunities for professional development, conferences and innovation time A Few Things to Know Before You Apply Checks & Clearances All roles at Acorn are subject to DBS and financial checks. Any offer we make will be conditional until these are completed to a satisfactory standard. Visa Requirements Because our training is quite comprehensive, we can only consider applicants who have at least one year remaining on their Graduate or Post-Study Work visa. At the moment, we're not able to offer visa sponsorship. We're Here to Support You We're committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where everyone can flourish. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process-or once you're part of the team-just let us know. Whether it's flexible hours, adapted equipment, or a bit of extra support, we'll work with you to make sure you can do your best work. Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role. Candidates with experience or relevant job titles of; Technical Lead, Technical Team Lead, Technical Engineering Lead, Lead Programmer, Lead Software Engineer, Technical Architect, Solutions Architect, Technical Project Manager, Technical Manager may also be considered for this role.