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UK based - Hybrid 3 days onsite 2 working from home. London, Bristol, Birmingham 3-6 month rolling Inside IR35 We are looking for number of Senior AI Native System Engineers, to join our Mobile networks team to transform the network using AI. The skill sets we are looking for are: - Systems engineering depth: Extensive experience designing complex software systems, distributed systems, data platforms or cloud-native services. - AI-native engineering mindset: Practical experience using AI-assisted engineering tools or coding agents to improve software delivery, testing, documentation or design productivity. - Technical fundamentals: Strong knowledge of algorithms, data structures, concurrency, operating systems, networking, APIs, integration patterns and performance trade-offs. - Cloud and platform experience: Good knowledge of cloud compute platforms, preferably AWS, including architecture patterns, security, observability, deployment and cost considerations. - Programming capability: Comfortable with system-oriented or strongly engineered languages such as Go, Rust, C/C++, Java or equivalent; Python experience is desirable for data and automation use cases. - Architecture and design leadership: Proven ability to set technical direction, resolve complex design trade-offs and guide engineering teams through ambiguity. - Quality and governance: Experience embedding secure-by-design, test-first, observable and compliant engineering practices into delivery workflows. - Communication: Able to communicate clearly with users, engineers, product owners and senior leaders, bridging business outcomes and technical decisions. - Learning agility: Demonstrates curiosity about how systems work beneath abstraction layers and the ability to learn new technologies quickly. Please share 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.

Sharepoint Administrator – Victoria London We urgently require a Sharepoint Administrator for an international Client based in Victoria London. Must have the following skills: • SharePoint Security - ensure access goes via AD • Work with 3rd party software companies to trail migration and backup tools • Site hierarchy configuration • Environments - replication of and backup of content • Advise best use of SP functionality; Site hierarchy, MMD, Pages etc • Advise how to manage content and design site • Configuration of managed meta data • Training at all levels • Manage workflows Below are some other Skills Required for Sharepoint admin role Sound knowledge of administering SharePoint and SQL Server environments Excellent knowledge on SharePoint online and hybrid configuration with SharePoint on premises Skills in general infrastructure, including system configurations, clustering, performance, and the use of security certificates Excellent knowledge of PowerShell Scripting ( this comes very handy) Experience in a technical role managing, maintaining and troubleshooting a Microsoft SharePoint environment Experience writing and customizing scripts to support maintenance tasks, integrations and migration Broad and deep understanding of SharePoint technology including Office 365 SharePoint Online, SharePoint Server 2007 and SharePoint Server 2010 Solid knowledge and experience on Microsoft Technology landscape including various server products. Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks around changing priorities Administer the SharePoint Platform, dealing with incident escalations and bringing risks to the attention of management when necessary. Work closely with and provide SharePoint expertise with the infrastructure team to ensure the platform is well managed and maintained. Significant experience administering and supporting production SharePoint workloads. Experience with SharePoint 2007, 2010 & 2016 and SharePoint Online. PowerShell to administrate SharePoint Experience developing and supporting interfaces between SharePoint and other applications via API's Excellent technical documentation skills Backup all environments; daily, full, incremental The duration for this role is 6 months. Will be based in Victoria London. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with a daily rate and availability.

IT Infrastructure & Systems Manager We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior IT Infrastructure Manager with at least 7 to 10 years experience to oversee, manage, and continuously improve the organization's IT infrastructure, enterprise systems, network environment, and end-user computing services. The successful candidate will ensure the availability, security, performance, and resilience of critical business systems while leading technical teams and supporting key stakeholders across the organization. This role requires a strong blend of technical expertise, leadership capability, operational excellence, and stakeholder management skills, within a complex enterprise environment that includes financial, trading, and treasury systems. Role Description The IT Infrastructure & Systems Manager is a full-time role based in London with a hybrid working arrangement, combining on-site presence with some work from home. This role is responsible for managing and maintaining the organization's core IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, storage, and cloud services. Day-to-day tasks include overseeing system administration, monitoring performance and availability, implementing security best practices, and coordinating backup and disaster recovery processes. The role involves leading and supporting IT operations, resolving complex technical issues, and ensuring that systems, applications, and services remain stable and secure. The IT Infrastructure & Systems Manager will collaborate with internal stakeholders, manage vendors and service providers, contribute to IT strategy and roadmaps, and document procedures, standards, and configuration changes. Qualifications Strong foundation in Information Technology and IT Operations, including infrastructure design, capacity planning, and service management. Hands-on experience with System Administration and Troubleshooting across Windows and/or Linux environments, virtualization, and cloud platforms. Proficiency in Network Security, including firewalls, VPNs, endpoint protection, access control, and security monitoring. Proven ability to manage IT projects, prioritize tasks, and deliver improvements on time and within scope. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences. Experience leading or mentoring IT team members or support staff is highly desirable. Relevant certifications (e.g., ITIL, Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA, or cloud certifications) are an advantage. Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Infrastructure & Systems Management Administer, maintain, and optimize Windows and Linux server environments. Manage VMware virtualized infrastructure (vSphere 8 and above). Oversee enterprise backup and disaster recovery solutions using Veeam Backup & Replication. Manage Veeam ONE monitoring and Veeam Recovery Orchestrator (VRO) environments. Administer endpoint security and encryption solutions, including Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) and Symantec Endpoint Encryption (SEE). Support endpoint DLP, SIEM, and security monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, Tenable). Manage patching processes using ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus. Support Microsoft 365 services and related cloud technologies. In depth understanding of Cyber security Monitor system performance, capacity, availability, and infrastructure health. Ensure compliance with IT governance, security policies, and operational standards. End-User Computing Support Provide advanced desktop, laptop, printer, Mobile device (iOS) and branch office IT support. Deliver AV support for meeting rooms, conferencing, presentations, and collaboration systems. Manage OS deployment, imaging, image creation, maintenance, and software packaging. Administer Active Directory (AD), Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and user provisioning and NTFS permissions. Support Microsoft 365 applications including Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint. Resolve technical incidents and service requests in line with agreed SLAs. Enterprise Applications & Financial Systems Support Support and administer business-critical applications, including: Bloomberg FXT and Refinitiv Eikon, Murex Treasury System, SWIFT Alliance Access (SAA), 1AML, SIBS, GFMS, COP Support enterprise file synchronization and replication solutions (e.g., Syncovery, other SFTP). Networking Configure and support Cisco switches and routers. Administer FortiGate firewall environments. Strong network fundamentals: DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, Routing and connectivity troubleshooting. Monitor network performance, availability, and security posture. Security & Endpoint Management Support vulnerability management using tools such as Tenable. Manage security monitoring and log analysis tools (e.g., Splunk). Perform SSL/TLS certificate lifecycle management using OpenSSL. Create and manage CSRs, certificate chains, and private keys. Ensure adherence to cybersecurity policies, standards, and regulatory requirements. Support physical access control systems (e.g., Paxton) Governance, Documentation & Process Improvement Develop, maintain, and enforce IT policies, standards, and operational procedures. Produce system architecture diagrams, technical documentation, SOP's, and performance reports. Identify and drive opportunities for automation and service improvement. Support technology planning, infrastructure modernization, and transformation initiatives. Operating Systems Windows 11 Windows Server 2019/2022 (or equivalent enterprise environments) Red Hat Linux Infrastructure & Virtualization VMware vSphere / vCenter (v8.0.3 and above) Veeam Backup & Replication Veeam ONE, VRO Microsoft Office 365 ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus SAAS solutions SQL Server Security Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) Symantec Endpoint Encryption (SEE) SentinelOne – EDR/ XDR Endpoint DLP solutions Firewall administration Vulnerability management tools (e.g., Tenable) SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk) Networking Cisco Switches and Routers FortiGate Firewalls LAN/WAN networking and routing Hardware & Storage Dell PowerEdge Servers Dell PowerVault SAN Storage Technical Competencies Data analysis and operational reporting Desktop and laptop support Infrastructure monitoring and performance management Certificate lifecycle management (SSL/TLS) Windows imaging and deployment, GPO, NTFS PowerShell scripting SQL Server administration Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and deployment processes Architecture review and systems optimization Asset management 7+ years of experience in enterprise IT infrastructure and systems administration. Experience within financial services, banking, trading, or treasury environments. Proven experience managing mission-critical infrastructure and applications. Experience operating within regulated and security-focused environments. Able to provide support to VIP stakeholders This is a hybrid role with 3 days at the office in Central London. Salary for this role will be in the range £60K - £65K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

IT Support Analyst with 2nd Level Treasury Systems Support – FIS Integrity FIS Integrity -Treasury and Risk Management System Support Analyst with 2nd Level experience. Our Client is in the process of implementing a global rollout of FIS Integrity Treasury and Risk Management System. Must have at least 3 to 5 years experience supporting 1st / 2nd Line Treasury systems or financial systems support The Client is ideally looking to recruit at least 1 years experience of working with and supporting FIS Treasury and Risk Management System FIS Integrity. This is a 2nd level implementation and support position. Operational Platform Monitoring & Treasury Process Assurance Ensures uninterrupted execution of Treasury‑critical processes and protection of daily cash positioning, payment execution, and cut‑off compliance. Monitor Treasury systems, interfaces, and scheduled jobs (EOD, SOD, intraday processes)  Oversee payment flows across SWIFT, API, EBICS, and bank platforms  Validate inbound data (bank statements, market data, trade feeds)  Execute operational runbooks for failed processes and controlled reprocessing  Perform daily checks and controls including cash position validation and transaction completeness Incident Management & Treasury Service Continuity Protects Treasury operations by restoring service rapidly when incidents threaten payments, liquidity visibility, or regulatory obligations.  Log, classify, and prioritize incidents in ServiceNow based on Treasury business impact  Perform structured triage and initial diagnosis  Resolve standard issues within SLA using approved knowledge base and runbooks  Escalate complex or cross‑system issues to L3 with full technical and business diagnostic context  Support major incident management processes and incident bridge calls Cash, Position & Exposure Data Integrity Ensures integrity of cash, position, risk, exposure, and hedge data used in Treasury decision-making, external reporting, and audit processes.  Validate transaction, position, balance, and exposure data across Treasury systems  Identify and resolve discrepancies impacting liquidity confidence and risk accuracy Support reconciliation processes and ensure audit‑ready completeness of financial data Testing & Release Support with Treasury Assurance Ensures Treasury readiness and outcome protection for system changes and SaaS releases.  Support execution of business testing, UAT, and regression testing  Validate operational outputs resulting from system changes  Assist in business readiness checks prior to release or cutover Essential  2–5 years' experience in 1st / 2nd Line Treasury systems or financial systems support  Understanding of Treasury processes (payments, liquidity, settlements)  Experience with incident management and ITIL processes  Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills Desirable  Experience in FIS Integrity System  Basic SQL or data interrogation capability  Exposure to SWIFT, APIs, and integration technologies  Experience supporting UAT or testing cycles Qualifications  Degree in Finance, IT, or related discipline  ITIL Foundation (preferred) · Experience with FIS Integrity or similar Treasury and Risk Management systems is highly desirable · A proactive attitude and ability to adapt to a hybrid work environment This will be a hybrid role with 3 days in the office in Central London. The salary for this role will be in the range £60K - £85K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Senior IT Infrastructure & Systems Lead Our Client a bank, in Central London are looking for an experienced IT Infrastructure professional who is ideally looking for their next challenge in a dynamic and regulated financial services environment. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior IT Infrastructure Officer to lead the management, security, and continuous improvement of our enterprise IT infrastructure. The Senior IT Infrastructure Officer will be playing a key role in ensuring the availability, resilience, and performance of critical systems while supporting technologies across servers, networks, cloud services, cybersecurity, and business-critical financial applications. The candidate must have strong technical expertise in Windows/Linux, VMware, Microsoft 365, networking, cybersecurity, and infrastructure management who also enjoys solving complex challenges and driving operational excellence. Must have 7 years' experience in enterprise infrastructure, ideally within banking or financial services, and be passionate about delivering secure, reliable IT services.. The role will be Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5:30pm and reporting into the Head of IT & Data. Due to the nature of the role, the individual is expected to work in our offices, 5 days per week, during their probationary period Infrastructure & Systems Management Administer, maintain, and optimize Windows and Linux server environments. Manage VMware virtualized infrastructure (vSphere 8 and above). Oversee enterprise backup and disaster recovery solutions using Veeam Backup & Replication. Manage Veeam ONE monitoring and Veeam Recovery Orchestrator (VRO) environments. Administer endpoint security and encryption solutions, including Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) and Symantec Endpoint Encryption (SEE). Support endpoint DLP, SIEM, and security monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, Tenable). Manage patching processes using ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus. Support Microsoft 365 services and related cloud technologies. In depth understanding of Cyber security Monitor system performance, capacity, availability, and infrastructure health. Ensure compliance with IT governance, security policies, and operational standards. End-User Computing & Branch Support Provide advanced desktop, laptop, printer, Mobile device (iOS) and branch office IT support. Deliver AV support for meeting rooms, conferencing, presentations, and collaboration systems. Manage OS deployment, imaging, image creation, maintenance, and software packaging. Administer Active Directory (AD), Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and user provisioning and NTFS permissions. Support Microsoft 365 applications including Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint. Resolve technical incidents and service requests in line with agreed SLAs. Enterprise Applications & Financial Systems Support Support and administer business-critical applications, including: Bloomberg FXT and Refinitiv Eikon, Murex Treasury System, SWIFT Alliance Access (SAA), 1AML, SIBS, GFMS, COP Support enterprise file synchronization and replication solutions (e.g., Syncovery, other SFTP). Networking • Configure and support Cisco switches and routers. • Administer FortiGate firewall environments. • Strong network fundamentals: DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, Routing and connectivity troubleshooting. Monitor network performance, availability, and security posture. Security & Endpoint Management Support vulnerability management using tools such as Tenable. Manage security monitoring and log analysis tools (e.g., Splunk). Perform SSL/TLS certificate lifecycle management using OpenSSL. Create and manage CSRs, certificate chains, and private keys. Ensure adherence to cybersecurity policies, standards, and regulatory requirements. Support physical access control systems (e.g., Paxton) Operating Systems Windows 11 Windows Server 2019/2022 (or equivalent enterprise environments) Red Hat Linux Infrastructure & Virtualization VMware vSphere / vCenter (v8.0.3 and above) Veeam Backup & Replication Veeam ONE, VRO Microsoft Office 365 ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus SAAS solutions SQL Server Security Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) Symantec Endpoint Encryption (SEE) SentinelOne – EDR/ XDR Endpoint DLP solutions Firewall administration Vulnerability management tools (e.g., Tenable) SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk) Networking Cisco Switches and Routers FortiGate Firewalls LAN/WAN networking and routing Hardware & Storage Dell PowerEdge Servers Dell PowerVault SAN Storage Education Bachelor or Master's degree or professional qualification in relevant discipline (IT/Information Systems/Computer Science/Technology/Programming/Information Science/System Engineering/Computing) The role is based in Central London and initially will be be 5 days per week in the office. This is a 12 month FTC position. The salary for the role will be circa £70K - £75K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Business Analyst with Data Protection and Banking Systems – Manchester We are looking to recruit a Business Analyst with at least 5 years experience with full project life-cycle. Must have experience of working on retail banking systems and must have the following experience: Experience of regulations such as GDPR, SRP and any background with Data Privacy. This position is based around risk and Data Protection – we would like to see as much expertise in this area and ideally have Data Protection certification. This will be a 6 to 12 month contract – but will go on much longer. The Client is based close to Manchester. Please send your CV to us in Word format along with daily rate.

Software Architect - - C#/.NET, Azure & Distributed SystemsThe OpportunityAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Software Architect to play a key role in the development and evolution of a market-leading Warehouse Control System platform. This position will suit a hands-on architect who enjoys working across the full software lifecycle, from solution design and architecture through to technical leadership, customer engagement and delivery. You'll help shape the future direction of a highly scalable warehouse automation platform used within complex distribution, logistics and fulfilment environments. Working closely with software engineering teams, automation specialists and customers, you will drive architectural decisions, define best practices and ensure the platform remains modern, scalable and capable of supporting increasingly sophisticated automation technologies. Key ResponsibilitiesOwn and define application, integration, deployment and data architecture across the WCS platform. Design scalable, resilient and maintainable software solutions using modern Microsoft technologies. Collaborate with engineering teams to establish architectural standards, development frameworks and technical governance. Lead design reviews and provide technical guidance throughout the software delivery lifecycle. Support integration of Warehouse Control Systems with WMS, ERP, robotics, conveyors, automated storage systems and third-party platforms. Work with customers and internal stakeholders to understand requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions. Provide architectural support during Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), commissioning and customer deployments. Mentor developers and act as a technical leader across multiple project teams. Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements to architecture, tooling and engineering practices. Contribute to technical roadmaps and longer-term platform strategy. Required ExperienceStrong commercial experience as a Software Architect, Technical Architect, Solutions Architect or Senior Technical Lead. Extensive C# and .NET development experience. Strong understanding of modern software architecture principles and design patterns. Experience designing and delivering enterprise-scale distributed systems. Proven experience with API design, systems integration and service-oriented architectures. Experience working with microservices, event-driven systems and messaging technologies. Strong SQL database design and optimisation experience. Experience working within cloud-hosted environments such as Azure and/or AWS. Experience with containerisation technologies including Docker. Excellent stakeholder management and customer-facing communication skills. Ability to engage with both technical and non-technical audiences. Previous experience mentoring engineers and driving technical best practice. Desirable ExperienceWarehouse Control Systems (WCS). Warehouse Management Systems (WMS). Logistics, fulfilment, supply chain or warehouse automation environments. Blazor development experience. Kubernetes. Messaging platforms such as Kafka or RabbitMQ. Robotics, conveyor systems, PLC integration or material handling equipment. CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices. Personal AttributesHands-on and technically credible. Passionate about software engineering and modern architecture. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills. Able to balance strategic thinking with practical delivery. Comfortable working within fast-moving project environments. Collaborative approach with the ability to influence technical direction. Continuous learner who keeps pace with modern engineering practices and emerging technologies. What's On OfferFully remote working. Opportunity to shape the technical direction of a market-leading software platform. Exposure to large-scale automation and logistics technology projects. Career progression within a growing engineering function. Collaborative environment focused on innovation and technical excellence. Competitive salary and benefits package. This is an excellent opportunity for a Software Architect looking to combine hands-on technical expertise, modern cloud technologies and real-world operational systems within a business delivering critical software solutions to complex automation environments. 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

Senior IT Infrastructure & Systems Lead Our Client a bank, in Central London are looking for an experienced IT Infrastructure professional who is ideally looking for their next challenge in a dynamic and regulated financial services environment. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior IT Infrastructure Officer to lead the management, security, and continuous improvement of our enterprise IT infrastructure. The Senior IT Infrastructure Officer will be playing a key role in ensuring the availability, resilience, and performance of critical systems while supporting technologies across servers, networks, cloud services, cybersecurity, and business-critical financial applications. The candidate must have strong technical expertise in Windows/Linux, VMware, Microsoft 365, networking, cybersecurity, and infrastructure management who also enjoys solving complex challenges and driving operational excellence. Must have 7 years' experience in enterprise infrastructure, ideally within banking or financial services, and be passionate about delivering secure, reliable IT services.. The role will be Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5:30pm and reporting into the Head of IT & Data. Due to the nature of the role, the individual is expected to work in our offices, 5 days per week, during their probationary period This role is totally hands-on. Role Description The Senior IT Infrastructure & Systems Lead is a full-time hybrid role based in London, with flexibility for some work-from-home arrangements. This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and improvement of the company's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and core systems. The person in this role will lead and mentor technical staff, manage system performance and availability, and coordinate responses to incidents and service requests. Typical tasks include monitoring network and system health, implementing security measures, resolving complex technical issues, planning upgrades, and collaborating with stakeholders to align technology solutions with business needs. The role also involves vendor management, documentation of infrastructure and procedures, and contributing to IT strategy and roadmap decisions. Qualifications Candidates should possess strong skills in Network Administration and Information Technology for managing and optimizing infrastructure and systems. Candidates should possess solid Technical Support and Troubleshooting skills to diagnose, resolve, and prevent complex IT issues. Candidates should possess expertise in Network Security to implement, monitor, and improve security controls and practices. Extensive experience in leading IT infrastructure projects, including planning, implementation, and migration activities. Proven ability to manage and mentor IT teams, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience with server and cloud technologies, virtualization, backup and recovery, and IT monitoring tools. Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+, CCNA, MCSE, or similar) are beneficial. Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Infrastructure & Systems Management · Administer, maintain, and optimize Windows and Linux server environments. · Manage VMware virtualized infrastructure (vSphere 8 and above). · Oversee enterprise backup and disaster recovery solutions using Veeam Backup & Replication. · Manage Veeam ONE monitoring and Veeam Recovery Orchestrator (VRO) environments. · Administer endpoint security and encryption solutions, including Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) and Symantec Endpoint Encryption (SEE). · Support endpoint DLP, SIEM, and security monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, Tenable). · Manage patching processes using ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus. · Support Microsoft 365 services and related cloud technologies. · In depth understanding of Cyber security · Monitor system performance, capacity, availability, and infrastructure health. · Ensure compliance with IT governance, security policies, and operational standards. End-User Computing & Branch Support · Provide advanced desktop, laptop, printer, Mobile device (iOS) and branch office IT support. · Deliver AV support for meeting rooms, conferencing, presentations, and collaboration systems. · Manage OS deployment, imaging, image creation, maintenance, and software packaging. · Administer Active Directory (AD), Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and user provisioning and NTFS permissions. · Support Microsoft 365 applications including Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint. · Resolve technical incidents and service requests in line with agreed SLAs. Enterprise Applications & Financial Systems Support · Support and administer business-critical applications, including: · Bloomberg FXT and Refinitiv Eikon, Murex Treasury System, SWIFT Alliance Access (SAA), 1AML, SIBS, GFMS, COP · Support enterprise file synchronization and replication solutions (e.g., Syncovery, other SFTP). Networking • Configure and support Cisco switches and routers. • Administer FortiGate firewall environments. • Strong network fundamentals: DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, Routing and connectivity troubleshooting. Monitor network performance, availability, and security posture. Security & Endpoint Management · Support vulnerability management using tools such as Tenable. · Manage security monitoring and log analysis tools (e.g., Splunk). · Perform SSL/TLS certificate lifecycle management using OpenSSL. · Create and manage CSRs, certificate chains, and private keys. · Ensure adherence to cybersecurity policies, standards, and regulatory requirements. · Support physical access control systems (e.g., Paxton) Operating Systems · Windows 11 · Windows Server 2019/2022 (or equivalent enterprise environments) · Red Hat Linux Infrastructure & Virtualization · VMware vSphere / vCenter (v8.0.3 and above) · Veeam Backup & Replication · Veeam ONE, VRO · Microsoft Office 365 · ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus · SAAS solutions · SQL Server Security · Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) · Symantec Endpoint Encryption (SEE) · SentinelOne – EDR/ XDR · Endpoint DLP solutions · Firewall administration · Vulnerability management tools (e.g., Tenable) · SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk) Networking · Cisco Switches and Routers · FortiGate Firewalls · LAN/WAN networking and routing Hardware & Storage · Dell PowerEdge Servers · Dell PowerVault SAN Storage Education Bachelor or Master's degree or professional qualification in relevant discipline (IT/Information Systems/Computer Science/Technology/Programming/Information Science/System Engineering/Computing) The role is based in Central London and initially will be be 5 days per week in the office. This is a 12 month FTC position. The salary for the role will be circa £70K - £75K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.

Senior IT Infrastructure & Systems Lead Our Client a bank, in Central London are looking for an experienced IT Infrastructure professional who is ideally looking for their next challenge in a dynamic and regulated financial services environment. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior IT Infrastructure Officer to lead the management, security, and continuous improvement of our enterprise IT infrastructure. The Senior IT Infrastructure Officer will be playing a key role in ensuring the availability, resilience, and performance of critical systems while supporting technologies across servers, networks, cloud services, cybersecurity, and business-critical financial applications. The candidate must have strong technical expertise in Windows/Linux, VMware, Microsoft 365, networking, cybersecurity, and infrastructure management who also enjoys solving complex challenges and driving operational excellence. Must have 7 years' experience in enterprise infrastructure, ideally within banking or financial services, and be passionate about delivering secure, reliable IT services.. The role will be Monday to Friday, 9:30am to 5:30pm and reporting into the Head of IT & Data. Due to the nature of the role, the individual is expected to work in our offices, 5 days per week, during their probationary period This role is totally hands-on. Role Description The Senior IT Infrastructure & Systems Lead is a full-time hybrid role based in London, with flexibility for some work-from-home arrangements. This role is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operation, maintenance, and improvement of the company's IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and core systems. The person in this role will lead and mentor technical staff, manage system performance and availability, and coordinate responses to incidents and service requests. Typical tasks include monitoring network and system health, implementing security measures, resolving complex technical issues, planning upgrades, and collaborating with stakeholders to align technology solutions with business needs. The role also involves vendor management, documentation of infrastructure and procedures, and contributing to IT strategy and roadmap decisions. Qualifications Candidates should possess strong skills in Network Administration and Information Technology for managing and optimizing infrastructure and systems. Candidates should possess solid Technical Support and Troubleshooting skills to diagnose, resolve, and prevent complex IT issues. Candidates should possess expertise in Network Security to implement, monitor, and improve security controls and practices. Extensive experience in leading IT infrastructure projects, including planning, implementation, and migration activities. Proven ability to manage and mentor IT teams, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills. Experience with server and cloud technologies, virtualization, backup and recovery, and IT monitoring tools. Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CompTIA Network+, CCNA, MCSE, or similar) are beneficial. Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Infrastructure & Systems Management · Administer, maintain, and optimize Windows and Linux server environments. · Manage VMware virtualized infrastructure (vSphere 8 and above). · Oversee enterprise backup and disaster recovery solutions using Veeam Backup & Replication. · Manage Veeam ONE monitoring and Veeam Recovery Orchestrator (VRO) environments. · Administer endpoint security and encryption solutions, including Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) and Symantec Endpoint Encryption (SEE). · Support endpoint DLP, SIEM, and security monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, Tenable). · Manage patching processes using ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus. · Support Microsoft 365 services and related cloud technologies. · In depth understanding of Cyber security · Monitor system performance, capacity, availability, and infrastructure health. · Ensure compliance with IT governance, security policies, and operational standards. End-User Computing & Branch Support · Provide advanced desktop, laptop, printer, Mobile device (iOS) and branch office IT support. · Deliver AV support for meeting rooms, conferencing, presentations, and collaboration systems. · Manage OS deployment, imaging, image creation, maintenance, and software packaging. · Administer Active Directory (AD), Group Policy Objects (GPOs) and user provisioning and NTFS permissions. · Support Microsoft 365 applications including Outlook, Teams, OneDrive, and SharePoint. · Resolve technical incidents and service requests in line with agreed SLAs. Enterprise Applications & Financial Systems Support · Support and administer business-critical applications, including: · Bloomberg FXT and Refinitiv Eikon, Murex Treasury System, SWIFT Alliance Access (SAA), 1AML, SIBS, GFMS, COP · Support enterprise file synchronization and replication solutions (e.g., Syncovery, other SFTP). Networking • Configure and support Cisco switches and routers. • Administer FortiGate firewall environments. • Strong network fundamentals: DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, Routing and connectivity troubleshooting. Monitor network performance, availability, and security posture. Security & Endpoint Management · Support vulnerability management using tools such as Tenable. · Manage security monitoring and log analysis tools (e.g., Splunk). · Perform SSL/TLS certificate lifecycle management using OpenSSL. · Create and manage CSRs, certificate chains, and private keys. · Ensure adherence to cybersecurity policies, standards, and regulatory requirements. · Support physical access control systems (e.g., Paxton) Operating Systems · Windows 11 · Windows Server 2019/2022 (or equivalent enterprise environments) · Red Hat Linux Infrastructure & Virtualization · VMware vSphere / vCenter (v8.0.3 and above) · Veeam Backup & Replication · Veeam ONE, VRO · Microsoft Office 365 · ManageEngine Patch Manager Plus · SAAS solutions · SQL Server Security · Symantec Endpoint Protection (SEP) · Symantec Endpoint Encryption (SEE) · SentinelOne – EDR/ XDR · Endpoint DLP solutions · Firewall administration · Vulnerability management tools (e.g., Tenable) · SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk) Networking · Cisco Switches and Routers · FortiGate Firewalls · LAN/WAN networking and routing Hardware & Storage · Dell PowerEdge Servers · Dell PowerVault SAN Storage Education Bachelor or Master's degree or professional qualification in relevant discipline (IT/Information Systems/Computer Science/Technology/Programming/Information Science/System Engineering/Computing) The role is based in Central London and initially will be be 5 days per week in the office. This is a 12 month FTC position. The salary for the role will be circa £70K - £75K. Do send your CV to us in Word format along with your salary and availability.