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Job Title: Principal Engineer - Operating Documentation Location: Barrow-In-Furness or Filton. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Competitive What you'll be doing: Providing input and support to the Technical Documentation Manager to aid in the production and management of Operating Documentation and Damage Control Documentation Constructing procedural documents for all classes of UK Submarines, both in-service and future platforms Producing manuals for the safe operation of all systems and equipment, including hotel services, weapons, combat systems, propulsion systems and command guidance Providing technical Verification and Validation of all forms of Operating Documentation and Damage Control Documentation Working alongside other Support Engineering teams to provide support and interpretation of Technical Information from external suppliers and the Interactive Electronic Technical Publication (IETP) Interpreting technical data including (but not limited to) drawings, manufacturers handbooks and design safety justifications for the production of Operating Documentation and Damage Control Documentation Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of working on or with Royal Navy Submarines, particularly as part of the Ship Control or Tactical Picture Organisations Ability to work with multiple and varied sources of information to create technical documentation to a defined specification Experience in interpreting various sources of design, engineering, procedural and OEM information to produce viable Operating Information Desirable: HNC / HND / equivalent or higher in an engineering discipline Experience of working in a Technical Publications or similar environment Competent with Microsoft products to a level applicable to the role, especially Word, Access and Excel Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Technical Publications team: Join a dynamic and growing department where your expertise in technical documentation will play a crucial role in long-term, high-impact projects. As Principal Engineer, you'll be part of a collaborative team of 10 skilled Technical Authors, working on innovative engineering initiatives that shape the future. This role offers a structured training and development plan, ensuring that you gain the skills and experience needed for career progression, making you an integral part of our succession plan. We actively support further education within engineering disciplines, helping you expand your technical expertise and leadership potential. Beyond authoring documentation, you'll have the critical responsibility of verifying technical accuracy, ensuring precision and reliability in every detail. We offer relocation support packages across all Submarines roles, subject to meeting eligibility criteria. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

CGI is seeking a high-impact and results-driven Business Development Lead to strengthen our sales engine within Global Technology Operations. This strategic role will see you focus on selling our portfolio of Managed IT Services into both new and existing clients, driving growth by spotting opportunities, building pipeline, and converting them into profitable, sustainable wins. By leveraging your established industry network and deep understanding of the IT sales cycle, you will play a pivotal role in securing major deals and shaping CGI’s continued success. Working as part of a collaborative team of Business Development Leads, you will carry ownership of individual growth targets while being fully supported to innovate and deliver lasting impact. 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.

We are looking for a Technical Security Architect to add security considerations and controls to the design, development, and integration of network infrastructures. Your role will involve working in an Agile Scrum contributing to the wider programme and will be working within an overall Agile framework with Secure by Design and NIST methodologies. On a day-to-day basis, you will work closely with infrastructure and service architects alongside integrators and testers but will function as the security subject matter expert for all aspects of Scrum deliverables. You will be responsible for the delivery of key security enforcing capability into the platform. Mandatory skills: * Broad experience working within network infrastructure design, development, and review for infrastructure solutions, with specific focus upon security. * Experience designing and documenting security solutions. * Knowledge and experience with the design and implementation of vulnerability scanning solutions. * An adaptive ability to consider new innovations and technologies within compressed timeframes. * An ability to robustly present and defend security designs to both peer and leadership positions. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Our client in defence is looking for a Software Development Lead to be based on average 2-3 days per week in Corsham with work from home. This would be an initial contract until the end of March 2026 with strong scope for long term extensions. Candidates would require an active SC or DV clearance before starting the position. Responsibilities * Architect and design the integration strategy and solutions for COTS and in-house developed software applications. * Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including developers, engineers, and stakeholders, to understand software requirements and define integration needs. * Conduct thorough analysis of existing software systems and identify integration points, dependencies, and potential challenges. * Develop architectural patterns and best practices for integrating COTS and in-house developed software, ensuring scalability, flexibility, and maintainability. * Provide technical leadership and guidance to development teams during the implementation of integration solutions. * Evaluate and select appropriate integration technologies, frameworks, and tools based on project requirements and industry best practices. * Ensure compliance with architectural standards, guidelines, and quality assurance processes interlocking with the NSoIT(D) Design Office * Conduct performance analysis and optimization of integrated systems to ensure optimal efficiency and response times. * Collaborate with vendors and third-party providers to ensure successful integration of COTS software into the existing software ecosystem. * Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements and trends in software integration and architectural patterns, and apply them effectively to enhance our integration capabilities. Essential skills, qualifications, and experience * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent and relevant experience will be taken into account. * Proven experience (5+ years) as a Software Developer with a focus on software integration including Python, C#, Powershell and CI/CD pipelines * Knowledge of architectural patterns and best practices for software integration, such as Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA), Microservices, ESB (Enterprise Service Bus), API (Application Programming Interface) design, etc. * Strong expertise in designing and implementing integration solutions for COTS and in-house developed software, ensuring seamless data exchange and system interoperability. * Familiarity with containerisation technologies like Docker and orchestration tools like Kubernetes. * Solid understanding of Enterprise IT patterns, orchestration and lifecycle management. * Working with VMware products, SDDC, IaaS (Ansible, Terraform) and virtualised systems * Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex systems and identify integration requirements and challenges. * Strong communication and collaboration skills to effectively work with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. * Working with software development methodologies, such as Agile or DevOps Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Job Description Brief overview on the role/project: As an infrastructure architect you will be expected to provide architectural leadership for end-to-end solutions as part of the project, ensuring seamless integration or project activities with existing running services. The architect will be instrumental in design development, troubleshooting, and validating change impacts within live service environments. You will lead solution architecture across full implementation lifecycle as well as validate and assess changes against in-service systems to prevent unauthorised implementations. You will be expected to conduct deep-dive investigations and own remediations. Mandatory skills: End to end solution architecture (troubleshooting and developing designs whilst whole solution impacting within the design/implementation). Wintel generalist with application architecture knowledge. Good understanding of Linux systems (automation an advantage). Familiarity with virtualisation platforms (VMware preferred, others acceptable). NetApp storage experience: SAN/NAS, snapshots, replication. Good understanding of networking and firewalls. Ability to deep-dive on investigations to steer remediations. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

The post holder will be expected to think strategically in terms of the Chief Data Officer (CDO) Group, operating model, governance, risk, security, resilience, tooling, partners, cost, performance, and transformation. Thinking creatively, the post holder will be expected to understand and apply best practice from technology and service operations and more broadly, from outside these disciplines and the healthcare domain. They will need to exercise sound, pragmatic judgement, operationally (service integration, incident resolution and technical troubleshooting / problem solving), in delivery (both technology and change management aspects), and in managing third-party commercial relationships. The post holder will be a senior member of the Security, Data and Protection Services Directorate and part of the wider Chief Data Officer (CDO) Senior Leadership Team. They will contribute to UKHSA’s overall CDO strategy and offer, leadership of the function and the engagement of key stakeholders within and outside the UKHSA. They will also be responsible for defining UKHSA’s product / platform offer to meet UKHSA’s business strategy and needs with respect to workplace applications / platforms, IT service management and infrastructure and networks. They will manage and improve the security, cost-effectiveness, availability and resilience of the service provision of workplace applications / platforms, IT service management, infrastructure (partnering with Digital DevOps), networks and transitional service agreements with receiver organisations on behalf of CDO for the consumption of all UKHSA staff and receiver organisations, as appropriate; ensuring quality and value for money, coordinating delivery internally and via third-party suppliers and outsourced service providers. Building, leading, and developing an inclusive, high-performing Technology Services team, ensuring that UKHSA’s values and culture, together with CDO’s customer-centric, agile ways of working, are embedded. They will need to ensure that their teams appropriately support and prioritise work required for priority programmes, for example, the Trust Programme (a three-year transformation programme designed to ensure that UKHSA can meet and sustain compliance with the Data Security Protection Toolkit and Cyber Assessment Framework (“DSPT_CAF”). Please find below additional areas of accountability that the post holder will be responsible for: Workplace, Infrastructure & Networks and IT Service Management budget holder. Leading the provision of resilient secure and cost-effective infrastructure platforms and technical operations in the on-premises estate. Leading the Technology Estate for UKHSA, including the delivery of infrastructure platforms and technical operations and, through coordination with the Deputy Director Cyber Security, ensuring the proportionate and timely reduction in cyber risk.​ The resilient, secure and cost-effective provision and operation of UKHSA’s Workplace offer, including productivity tools (Microsoft 365) and end user compute services.​ This includes managing windows end user devices and windows servers operating system lifecycle (Gold image, software packaging, updates and upgrades). Provision and management of identity and access management services (Microsoft Entra). Networking services including LAN, WAN, WiFi and secure access capability. Includes managing connectivity of IoT and laboratory scientific equipment (including IACS) secure connectivity to UKHSA WAN and relevant LANs. IT service management (ITSM), including common 1st and 2nd line support functions, as well as delivery design and management, and continual service improvement. Putting in place the capability, technical architecture, and services to support the delivery of UKHSA’s strategy in relation to the above functions. Overarching accountability for stability, resilience, and security of the Technology Services estate across UKHSA, as well as it’s compliance with all relevant internal and external policies & standards. Setting the direction for Technology Services development and delivery of the related Technology strategy, including how the teams should work with major Programmes (for example, the Trust Programme, which is driving improved compliance with DSPT-CAF). Overarching accountability for Technology Services delivery of software and infrastructure platforms, products, technical operations, and development. Leading on the procurement, supply and negotiation of Technology Services goods and services for UKHSA, in conjunction with legal and procurement professionals, as appropriate. Accountable for managing and controlling the life cycle of all Technology Services related products / platforms / infrastructure, in line with the Enterprise Architecture. Leading and develop UKHSA’s technology capability, giving clear guidance on priorities and generating commitment to the wider goals of the organisation. Accountable for the quality of technology’s products, platforms, infrastructure, services etc. Adopting a portfolio view, managing end-to-end services, which include multiple products and channels. Operating at scale and provide the connection between multidisciplinary business areas and stakeholders. The post holder will develop working relationships and communicate regularly with a wide range of individuals, clinical and non-clinical, internal, and external to UKHSA, some of which have been outlined below: Internal Chief Data Officer Director of Digital and Data CDO SLT peers UKHSA CEO, together with other ExCo members and senior business leaders External Government departments and organisations (incl. CDDO, DHSC, NHSE, GDS) Devolved Administrations, Departments and Organisations International bodies and Governments Private sector leaders Academic leaders and research bodies

Network Infrastructure Project Manager Recruitment Type (Contractor or Temp): Contractor Rate: DAY £500 Location of role: Basingstoke Location requirement : Full time onsite in Basingstoke Clearance Required: DV Mandatory skills: -Defining project requirements -Delivered various types of projects through the full project lifecycle. Specifically, ICT infrastructure, application development, test and release -Familiar with different methodologies. I.e. Prince2, Agile, Safe. -Managed the agreement process of the project requirements and objectives with the Project Board or appointed project assurance role. -Managed the delivery of projects in partnership with the customer and business line to ensure acceptance, closedown, and handover to service. -Operated within defined working practices, ensuring compliance with local project management policy, procedure, and methodology where this is in place. -Gathered status reports of team members across their project and address issues as appropriate. -Established reporting project Key Performance Indicators to the Senior Project Manager or Project Board through Highlight Reports and stage assessments. -Managed project risks and produces an effective plan and risk assessment so that timescales and project costs are understood and underwritten by all by the parties. -Ensured that formal review procedures are used. -Managed risks associated with the deliverables of the project. -Integrated financial data for multiple projects. -Ensured that the impact on the Business Line Profit & Loss due to project activities within the scope of the project is clearly visible and that all contingency usage is signed-off by the appropriate governance authority e.g. Project Board -Accountable for tracking the project costs and supporting Business Units in meeting payment milestones. -Ensured that the milestone achievements are signed by the customer and relevant invoices are raised. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 18 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Core Infrastructure Architect Duration : 6 Months, potential for further work. Location : Full time onsite in Basingstoke IR35 Status : Inside IR35 SC Required We are looking for a Infrastructure Architect to work as part of a multi skilled agile team, including security, service and management where teamwork is paramount. Your role will involve: * Reporting into the CTO Lead Architect for the customer, the post holder will own all aspects of the delivery of technical proposals, ensuring they are aligned to the client's vision. * The role will require the ability to interact and work well with multiple areas of the business as well as senior customer stakeholders, ensuring collaboration and closer working across the delivery lifecycle and will include the managing of 3rd parties and requests for change ensuring there is no impact upon the overall architectural solution. Your experience * Client facing skills at a senior level with the ability to communicate ideas and thoughts to senior executives * Extensive knowledge of the design and implementation of secure, highly resilient, large-scale infrastructures * Experience of working directly with customers to define and elaborate infrastructure requirements. * Experience of deploying production implementations with successful project completion and service transition * Experience of designing Infrastructure solutions to be compliant with security standards * Experience in the development and delivery of software using Agile Methodologies * Knowledge of Microsoft Windows systems administration within an enterprise environment - delivery of configuration change via GPO, Registry, Filesystem, Powershell cmdlets or, WMI, as well as Windows Update and patching mechanisms, including Windows Installer. Due to the nature and urgency of this post, candidates holding or who have held high level security clearance in the past are most welcome to apply. Please note successful applicants will be required to be security cleared prior to appointment which can take up to a minimum 10 weeks. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

🚀 Lead Cloud Engineer (Azure) - Drive Technical Excellence in a Cloud-First Transformation 💰 Up to £76,000 + Excellent Benefits 📍 Lake District HQ + Flexible Remote Working - Come to the office once a month Are you a seasoned Azure expert ready to lead from the front? This is your opportunity to take ownership of cloud engineering in a high-impact leadership role - guiding strategy, mentoring engineers, and staying hands-on with cutting-edge Azure technologies. Join a forward-thinking tech organisation undergoing a major cloud transformation. As Lead Cloud Engineer, you'll define technical standards, architect scalable infrastructure, and drive automation and resilience across live services. You'll be the go-to authority for Azure engineering - influencing decisions, solving complex challenges, and elevating engineering capability across the business. 🔧 What You'll Be Doing: Lead the cloud engineering practice and define best-in-class standards. Architect and maintain secure, scalable Azure infrastructure using IaaS, PaaS, and SaaS. Drive automation across deployment, monitoring, and maintenance. Implement robust security and compliance controls aligned with governance frameworks. Act as a technical mentor and escalation point for cloud engineers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver resilient, high-performing cloud solutions. Champion continuous improvement and operational excellence in live services. 🤝 Who You'll Work With: You'll collaborate with cloud architects, infrastructure engineers, developers, SecOps specialists, and delivery managers - all focused on building secure, scalable, and future-ready cloud platforms. 🧠 What You'll Bring: 6+ years of hands-on Azure cloud engineering experience. Deep expertise in Azure networking, security, and infrastructure-as-code (IaC). Strong understanding of Microsoft's Well-Architected Framework. Experience with CI/CD tools (Azure DevOps Pipelines, GitHub Actions). Proficiency in scripting (PowerShell, Bash). Experience in regulated environments (e.g. financial services) is a plus. 💼 Your Leadership Profile: Technically credible and hands-on with cloud architecture. Strategic thinker with a focus on delivery and resilience. Inspirational mentor and team builder. Strong communicator and cross-functional collaborator. Commercially aware with a customer-first mindset. Risk-conscious and compliance-driven. Passionate about engineering excellence and continuous learning. 📩 Ready to Lead with Impact? If you're looking for a role where you can shape cloud strategy, lead technical delivery, and mentor future engineering talent - this is your next move. Apply now and take your cloud career to the next level. To find out more about Computer Futures please visit Computer Futures, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC387148 England and Wales

Job Title: Lead Threat Detection Analyst Location: Preston, Frimley or Filton. We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements - please speak to your recruiter about the options for this particular role. Salary: Circa £59,000 depending on experience and skills What you'll be doing: Delivery of core triage function as part of 24/7 protective monitoring services across a range of networks/services Overseeing and contributing to the analysis and escalation of security threats and incidents identified Coordinate with Cyber Operations teams to respond to identified security threats and mitigate prior to impact Lead the development of people, process and technology improvements to aid the service Provide subject matter advice on security analysis and development of detection content Deputise for the Threat Detection Manager when required Analyses requirements and advises on scope and options for continual operational improvement Your skills and experiences: Essential: Experience of working within Security Operations or equivalent roles Demonstrable leadership in Operational Management Experience in the application of relevant industry standard frameworks (MITRE ATT&CK/D3FEND/ENGAGE etc.) in an operational environment A good level of knowledge and proficiency in the use of SIEM platforms, tools and analytical techniques. Innovative approach to analysing and solving problems Desirable: Industry recognised qualification (OSDA, GIAC etc.) or equivalent proven industry experience Benefits: As well as a competitive pension scheme, BAE Systems also offers employee share plans, an extensive range of flexible discounted health, wellbeing and lifestyle benefits, including a green car scheme, private health plans and shopping discounts - you may also be eligible for an annual incentive. The Cyber Operations team: Cyber Operations is responsible for protecting BAE Systems from Cyber Attack by various threat actors. Not only do we protect BAE Systems and its employees, indirectly we protect those who protect us - who serve in our military and rely on the products and services we create. Across Threat Intelligence, Detection, Incident Response and now Active Defence we work to evolve cyber operations as a world class capability. Why BAE Systems? This is a place where you'll be able to make a real difference. You'll be part of an inclusive culture that values diversity of thought, rewards integrity, and merit, and where you'll be empowered to fulfil your potential. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want to make sure that our recruitment processes are as inclusive as possible. If you have a disability or health condition (for example dyslexia, autism, an anxiety disorder etc.) that may affect your performance in certain assessment types, please speak to your recruiter about potential reasonable adjustments. Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks. Closing Date: 6th November 2025 We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. #LI-SH1 #LI-Hybrid

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.

Missions principales Contrôler et auditer le MCS des systèmes d’information. Identifier et suivre les risques cybers et réglementaires liés aux nouveaux projets. Créer et publier des indicateurs de conformité cybers et RGPD à destination de la direction. Participer à la gestion de projets sécurité et à la gestion des tickets ITSM . Sensibiliser les collaborateurs et prestataires aux bonnes pratiques de sécurité et au RGPD. Promouvoir le Security & Privacy by Design et contribuer à la culture cybersécurité de l’entreprise. Environnement technique Missions en lien avec un SOC (Security Operations Center). Outils ITSM et gestion de projets sécurité. Suivi et pilotage d’indicateurs de conformité. Référentiels : ISO 27001, ISO 27005, RGPD, NIS2, ITIL.

Storage & Server Architect As an Storage & Server Architect you would be a key part of the Infrastructure unit and have overall responsibility to design, maintain and provide 2& 3 line support for all Storage & Systems hardware, Operating & Virtualisation Software, Open source and application integration. You would work towards providing a 24/7 support system. Ensure maximum availability of core systems and that performance monitoring is in place and appropriate system capacity planning is undertaken. You would also ensure that required DR and BCP provisions exist and are tested regularly. Maintenance of Infrastructure Provide storage & server hardware, virtualisation,services management, enable technical innovation that can create business value to assist with the company’s requirements and expectations. Lead large technology initiatives to build and maintain key elements of the company’s infrastructure and associated product portfolio, including but not limited to 24x7 data centre infrastructure management and evolution, remote access services and enterprise-scale database environments. Carry out annual technology and user audits. Manage the provision and maintenance of 3 party infrastructure to agreed SLA’s including hosting, personal computing support and networking at all major NGC locations. Manage all NGC owned servers, switches, firewalls and routers. Maintain appropriate licenses and subscriptions for computer hardware and software. IT Governance Manage system security, performance monitoring and alerting, ensure appropriate backups are in place and retained for all systems. Ensure a disaster recovery arrangement is maintained, as required in collaboration with the compliance team and operations are in place to ensure compliance during business continuity events. Work with Compliance Director in the development, adoption and enforcement of Information Security policies, procedures and standards. Work with the Network and Security Architect to ensure appropriate security, patching, maintain secure Internet connectivity & private network connection to/from our partners, customers and other Data & Financial Clearing House Work with Database and Development team for all compute, server and storage providing requirement & 24/7 availability. Complete annual reviews and internal audit of required ISO 27001, 9001 and 22301 standards. Competency Profile Extensive knowledge of data centre operations, , network engineering, datacentre applications, client/server computing and production operations support. Specific technologies of note include Microsoft Server & Linux Operating System. Experience with mid tier storage hardware & appliance is essential, more specifical experience with IBM Storage V37xx & V50xx series will be beneficial. Infrastructure applications, Networking, VMware, Firewall, Security and/or Enterprise-level SANs. Experience with Cloud Services & Provisioning (Experience of Oracle Cloud would be preferential) Ability to lead cross functional project teams in implementing projects of a complex nature. The Client has offices in Central London – although this position will mainly remote. The salary for this role will be circa £65K - £80K. Please do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Payments Solution Architect 9 Month contract initially Based: Knutsford / Northampton - 2-3 days onsite Rate: £425 - £475 p/d - (via Umbrella company) We have a great opportunity with a world leading organisation where you will be provided with all of the support and development to succeed. A progressive organisation where you can really make a difference. We have a great opportunity for a Payments Solution Architect to join the team. Key Responsibilities: * Need associate with prior exp in Cards and Payments domain knowledge. of cards issuance and authorization journeys * Leading design and technical architecture for loans, savings/current accounts, current account switching & payments along with operational platforms with focus on scalability, resiliency, security, and regulatory compliance * Collaborating with project managers, product owners, and business analysts to align solutions with business requirements and risk controls for current accounts * Managing architectural governance: producing design artefacts for privacy, records management, and risk * Advising business and product teams, supporting technical delivery and innovation in the banking landscape * Evaluating and integrating vendor products, supporting systems strategy, and automating operational processes to reduce manual intervention Key Skills & Experience: * Broad knowledge of the current account & core banking landscape, payment schemes, and architecture paradigms (cloud, APls, DevOps, security. * Experience with workforce planning tools, reporting platforms (Excel, PowerPoint, JIRA, Tableau, Confluence), and project delivery best practices * Strong stakeholder management, business acumen, and ability to influence strategy across multiple teams and business functions. Purpose: Drive consistent, innovative solutions that meet both strategic and operational goals. This is an excellent opportunity on a great project of work, If you are looking for your next exciting opportunity, apply now for your CV to reach me directly, we will respond as soon as possible. LA International is a HMG approved ICT Recruitment and Project Solutions Consultancy, operating globally from the largest single site in the UK as an IT Consultancy or as an Employment Business & Agency depending upon the precise nature of the work, for security cleared jobs or non-clearance vacancies, LA International welcome applications from all sections of the community and from people with diverse experience and backgrounds. Award Winning LA International, winner of the Recruiter Awards for Excellence, Best IT Recruitment Company, Best Public Sector Recruitment Company and overall Gold Award winner, has now secured the most prestigious business award that any business can receive, The Queens Award for Enterprise: International Trade, for the second consecutive period.

Description At Engine by Starling , we are on a mission to find and work with leading banks all around the world who have the ambition to build rapid growth businesses, on our technology. Engine is Starling's software-as-a-service (SaaS) business, the technology that was built to power Starling, and two years ago we split out as a separate business. Starling has seen exceptional growth and success, and a large part of that is down to the fact that we have built our own modern technology from the ground up. This SaaS technology platform is now available to banks and financial institutions all around the world, enabling them to benefit from the innovative digital features, and efficient back-office processes that has helped achieve Starling's success. As a company, everyone is expected to roll up their sleeves to help deliver great outcomes for our clients. We are an engineering led company and we're looking for people who are will be excited by the potential for Engine's technology to transform banking in different markets around the world. Our purpose is underpinned by five values: Listen, Keep It Simple, Do The Right Thing, Own It, and Aim For Greatness. Hybrid Working We have a Hybrid approach to working here at Engine - our preference is that you're located within a commutable distance of one of our offices so that we're able to interact and collaborate in person. About the Role To support our growth, we are looking for talented and motivated SOC engineers to join our foundational in-house SOC team. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in supporting the development, implementation, and operating of our security monitoring, detection, and response capabilities, with a particular focus on our cloud environments. You'll be at the forefront of responding to incidents and alerts, and helping shape the future of our security operations capabilities. What you'll get to do: Security Monitoring & Alert Triage: Monitor security alerts and events generated by various security tools Perform triage and analysis of security incidents and anomalies, distinguishing between true positives and false positives. Prioritise alerts based on severity, potential impact, and business criticality. Incident Detection & Response: Investigate security incidents thoroughly, leveraging logs from platforms, endpoints, applications, and other security tools. Create and follow incident response playbooks and contribute to their continuous improvement. Collaborate with Technology, Product and Engineering Teams to contain, eradicate, and recover from security incidents. Document incident details, findings, and remediation steps accurately and comprehensively. Additionally Stay informed about the latest cyber threats, attack techniques, and vulnerabilities, especially those targeting cloud environments. Participate in proactive threat hunting activities using available tools and data sources. Contribute to the optimisation, tuning, and maintenance of SOC tools Identify opportunities for automation to streamline security operations and enhance detection capabilities. Maintain detailed records of security incidents, investigations, and remediation actions.

IT Director Our Client is an established bank with offices in the City London. Position Summary: We are seeking a seasoned IT Director with extensive experience in software and application development within the investment and private banking sectors. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of managing IT transformation projects, delivering solutions across multiple customer channels, and leading both software development and infrastructure technology teams. This role will report to the Board at the bank and involve collaborating with various stakeholders across the business, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation. The Director of IT will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the IT department, managing IT projects, implementing and maintaining network security measures, and developing IT strategies. Key Responsibilities: Oversee and manage the IT department, encompassing both software application development and infrastructure technology teams. Lead and execute software and application development projects from inception to deployment, ensuring high-quality and timely delivery. Drive IT transformation initiatives within the banking environment to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Deliver IT solutions across multiple customer channels, including online banking, mobile apps, and in-branch systems. Develop and implement IT policies, procedures, and best practices. Collaborate with senior management and stakeholders, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation, to identify IT needs and develop strategies to address them. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and standards. Manage IT budgets, resources, and vendor relationships. Report to the Board, on IT strategy, progress, and performance. Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement within the IT department. IT Management and Information Technology skills Experience in IT Operations and IT Strategy Knowledge of Network Security Strong leadership and project management abilities Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Minimum of 10 years of experience in IT management, with a strong background in software and application development. Extensive experience in leading IT transformation projects within investment and private banking environments. Proven success in delivering IT solutions across multiple customer channels. Strong understanding of banking operations, regulations, and compliance requirements. Demonstrated ability to manage both software development and infrastructure technology teams. Excellent leadership, communication, and project management skills. Ability to work effectively with various stakeholders, including HR, Finance, Treasury, Risk and Compliance, Data Governance, and Business Transformation. Strategic thinker with the ability to execute methodically. Experience with emerging technologies and digital banking trends. Preferred Skills: Experience with Agile and DevOps methodologies. Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices in the banking sector. Familiarity with cloud computing and data analytics. This is a hybrid position with at least 3 days in the office in London. The salary will be in the range £140K - £175K + Benefits. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and notice period, do include why you think you would be the right person for this position.