Network IT is currently recruiting for a Lead Security Architect, on behalf of our client in Milton Keynes.

This is a 12 month initial contract, to provide Security Architecture expertise to a client who are undergoing a busy period, and require additional security expertise to drive projects forward, supporting the business and the wider security team.

Our client is looking for an experienced IT Security professional, who can contribute to designs, policies, procedures and implementations across technology, generally being able to face off with a wide variety of security challenges, in a sector which requires particular attention to security threats.

Particular areas of interest would be experience in the security architecture underpinning cross domain connectivity, data sharing and IT platforms.

Please note that this is an onsite role, due to the nature of the security clearance requirements.

Key Information:
Role: Lead Security Architect
Duration: 12 Months
Rate: (Apply online only) per day
Status: Inside IR35
Location: Milton Keynes
Working Pattern: Onsite

Key Skills:

• Strong background in Security Architecture, particularly within government
• Wide security knowledge of IT risks, cyber security, software, data and SOC
• Understanding of security protocols, cryptography and implementing MFA
• Understanding of frameworks, such as ISO27001
• Previous exposure to working on security underpinning cross domain connectivity and data sharing
• Contribution to design activity, policies and procedures
• Able to interface effectively with stakeholders, and other teams in security to effectively drive forward change
• Must be eligible for, or holding SC Clearance
• DV clearance would be nice to have

Azure Bastion Consultant – 1 month contract – Fully Remote – Outside of IR35

My Customer is seeking an experienced Azure Bastion Consultant to support them in strengthening their remote access security within a live production Azure environment. This role will focus on designing and implementing a secure Azure Bastion solution to address vulnerabilities identified during recent penetration testing.

The environment currently includes several virtual machines that require secure, stable access via VPN without exposing traditional RDP access points. The successful consultant will help design and build a Bastion-based approach that ensures secure connectivity while maintaining transparency and stability for existing VPN connections.

Experience required from the Azure Bastion Consultant

• Strong experience implementing and configuring Azure Bastion in Microsoft Azure environments.
• Experience working with Azure networking, including VNets, NSGs, subnets, and VPN connectivity.
• Proven experience securing remote access and removing or mitigating exposed RDP/SSH endpoints.
• Experience deploying solutions within live production environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and configuration skills within Azure infrastructure.
• Beneficial to have a strong background in Network Security

Key Responsibilities of the Azure Bastion Consultant:

• Design and implement an Azure Bastion environment to provide secure remote access to approximately six virtual machines.
• Replace or mitigate direct RDP exposure identified during penetration testing.
• Ensure the Bastion implementation works seamlessly with the existing VPN infrastructure, maintaining stable and uninterrupted connectivity.
• Configure and deploy Bastion within a production Azure environment, ensuring minimal disruption to live systems.
• Review current network and security configurations and recommend improvements where appropriate.
• Work closely with internal teams to validate connectivity, security controls, and operational stability.
• Provide documentation and knowledge transfer for the implemented solution.

The Azure Bastion Consultant can work fully remote for the duration of the contract.

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M365 Security Engineer (SC) - Paying up to £500 Per Day, Inside IR35, Based in Oxford, Hybrid Working - On site 2 days per week, 6 Month Contract, To Start ASAP

Your new company

We’re supporting a prestigious, nationally significant scientific research organisation whose work drives some of the most advanced and ambitious projects in the UK. Operating at the forefront of innovation, they manage digital and data environments of exceptional scale and complexity. Their Microsoft 365 ecosystem is central to safeguarding sensitive research, enabling scientific collaboration and ensuring critical services run securely and efficiently. They are now strengthening their cloud security posture and are seeking expertise to guide, protect and evolve their Microsoft 365 capabilities. This is a setting where your skills will directly support work with real national impact.

Your new role

You will take the lead in shaping and securing a sophisticated Microsoft 365 estate within a high value research environment. Acting as the organisation’s trusted specialist, you will oversee identity protection, access governance, cloud threat defence and compliance across Entra ID, Conditional Access, MFA, PIM, Microsoft Defender, Purview and related services. You will be responsible for diagnosing complex issues, conducting deep investigations, remediating threats and ensuring that policies, configurations and controls remain robust and resilient. Your work will involve collaborating closely with cyber security, infrastructure, networking and service delivery teams, ensuring that new services and configurations are delivered securely and aligned with modern best practice. This role will require clarity of thought, technical depth and the confidence to operate autonomously. Your ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels, document secure standards and bring structure to complex environments will be central to strengthening the organisation’s security foundations. This is a role where your expertise will be felt across the organisation and where your decisions will help safeguard systems of national significance.

What you’ll need to succeed

• You will bring substantial hands on experience in Microsoft 365 security, with a deep understanding of identity protection, access control, threat detection and compliance
• You’ll have operated in complex or hybrid environments and will be fully confident configuring, troubleshooting and enhancing services such as Conditional Access, MFA, PIM, Defender, Purview and associated governance tools
• You’ll be familiar with interpreting and responding to cloud security threats, managing incidents end to end, and advising stakeholders on how to maintain a strong security posture
• Experience with SIEM tooling, ideally Microsoft Sentinel, along with a strong understanding of Zero Trust principles, modern authentication and secure baseline configuration, will be highly valuable
• On a personal level, you’ll be proactive, analytical and organised, balancing high technical standards with a clear, concise communication style
• You will be comfortable managing competing priorities, producing strong documentation and representing your expertise to both technical and non-technical audiences

What you’ll get in return

You’ll join an organisation where technology and security form the backbone of major scientific endeavours. You will work within a highly collaborative environment that values expertise, precision and forward thinking solutions. This role offers the opportunity to influence security strategy, shape the development of cloud security capabilities and contribute directly to work that delivers national and global impact. Your contribution will be recognised, your voice will be valued and your technical leadership will help strengthen a mission critical digital landscape.

What you need to do now

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12 Months
Based: Hereford
Hourly Rate: £55.90 PAYE or £75.48 Umbrella inside IR35
37 Hours per week
Full time on site – 37 hours per wek

Overview
BAE Systems re seeking a Level 1 SOC Cyber Analyst to join the TMCT security team within the FCAS DI function. This role will act as the first internal responder to cybersecurity alerts generated by our outsourced Security Operations Centre (SOC).

• Review and assess alerts escalated by the outsourced SOC, validating accuracy and determining potential impact.
• Perform first-line analysis using tools such as SIEM platforms, device logs and firewall logs.
• Work directly with end users and asset owners to gather additional information and guide immediate containment actions such as asset isolation or password resets.
• Escalate confirmed or high-severity incidents to Level 2 SOC analysts or internal response teams with clear and accurate documentation.
• Maintain detailed case notes, timelines and evidence within the case management system to support investigations and compliance requirements.
• Act as a key communication point between the internal security team and external SOC provider.
• Follow established triage and escalation procedures and suggest improvements where appropriate.

Skills

• 2–4 years’ experience in a SOC, IT operations or cybersecurity support role.
• Understanding of key cyber threats such as malware, phishing, lateral movement and privilege escalation.
• Working knowledge of network fundamentals, authentication systems and Windows/Linux system logs.
• Experience using SIEM platforms such as Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, Elastic or QRadar.
• Experience using ticketing or case management systems such as Jira, ServiceNow or The Hive.
• Strong analytical and investigative skills with the ability to interpret alerts and security logs.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Please note – you must be eligible for SC and DV clearance

If you would like to be considered for this role please don’t hesitate to click apply or call Levi Jackson on 0161 694 9192 for more information.

About BAE:
BAE Systems is a leading global defence, aerospace, and security company. They’re experts in delivering advanced solutions for air, land, and naval forces, as well as commercial aerospace and cyber security. Known for its commitment to innovation and excellence, BAE Systems offers exciting career opportunities for those looking to make a significant impact in cutting-edge technology and defence sectors.

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Software Engineer – eDV Cleared - £650 to £750 per day – London (5 days on-site)

FryerMiles are delighted to working with a brilliant Management Consultancy to assist with their recruitment of multiple eDV Software Engineers to join a long-term major programme based in London.

Working within a classified environment, the successful candidates will apply strong software engineering principles to build reliable, scalable, and secure applications while complying with strict security and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities include:

Develop and maintain secure software for classified systems

Write high-quality code and contribute to system design

Perform testing, code reviews, and fix defects

Work in secure environments and collaborate with agile/DevOps teams

Requirements:

Active Enhanced Developed Vetting (eDV) clearance in the UK

Strong experience in software development and engineering best practices

Experience with modern development frameworks, version control, and CI/CD pipelines

Knowledge of secure coding practices and system security principles.

Strong problem solving and communication skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an eDV cleared Software Engineer to work on a long-term project with a very reputable Management Consultancy.

Software Engineer – eDV Cleared - £650 to £750 per day – London (5 days on-site)

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As Cyber Security Operations Lead this is your chance to step into a role where security isnt a tick-box exercise, its business critical.

Youll shape how a regulated organisation detects, responds and strengthens its defences at a pivotal point in its cyber journey.

This isnt about maintaining the status quo. Its about tightening operations, raising standards and building a modern, resilient SOC capability that genuinely protects the business.

Whats in it for you

• A key leadership position with real influence over operational maturity and tooling
• The opportunity to strengthen and modernise a live SOC environment
• Direct input into strategy, governance and service improvement
• Close collaboration with senior stakeholders and external partners
• A hybrid London-based contract with flexibility built in
• A competitive day rate within a financially regulated environment where cyber is taken seriously

What youll be getting stuck into as a Cyber Security Operations Lead

• Leading day-to-day operations and shaping the SOC roadmap in line with the wider strategy
• Overseeing incident response, threat detection, triage and mitigation activity
• Managing production incidents across change and problem forums
• Holding the MSSP to account on service levels, performance metrics and delivery standards
• Improving policies, procedures and technical controls to strengthen compliance and efficiency
• Reporting on operational performance, control effectiveness and key metrics to senior stakeholders

What youll bring to the table as a Cyber Security Operations Lead

• Previous experience leading Security Operations and IT Security services
• Strong knowledge of SIEM and monitoring frameworks, including Microsoft Sentinel and MITRE ATT&CK
• Solid understanding of the Microsoft security stack
• Experience across DLP, EDR/XDR, CASB, email security, SWG and ZTNA/SASE capabilities
• Confidence managing incident processes, service improvement initiatives and third-party security providers

Working hours Full-time, 2 days per week in the office (London-based), remainder remote

If youre ready to take ownership as a Cyber Security Operations Lead and raise the bar for operational security in a regulated environment, apply now.

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A Cyber Incident Response Manager is needed for a high-impact contract where cyber security isnt just talked about its actively evolving.

Youll step into a critical role helping a financially regulated environment strengthen how it detects, responds to, and manages cyber threats.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity where your work directly improves how security operations perform day to day. Youll be shaping how incidents are handled, how services are measured, and how a modern SOC capability continues to mature. Expect real influence across tooling, governance, and operational standards.

Whats in it for you

• £550 per day PAYE on a 6-month contract with strong likelihood of extension
• Hybrid working with only two days per week in a central London office
• The opportunity to influence the evolution of a modern security operations capability
• Work closely with internal technology teams and external security partners
• Exposure to enterprise security tooling, monitoring frameworks, and operational governance
• A role where operational improvements you deliver will have immediate impact

What youll be getting stuck into as a Cyber Incident Response Manager

• Leading day-to-day security operations while helping shape the SOC roadmap
• Overseeing cyber incident response, detection monitoring, triage, and mitigation activity
• Managing security production incidents and contributing to problem and change forums
• Working with the MSSP to review service performance, SLAs, and operational metrics
• Improving policies, procedures, and security controls to support regulatory compliance
• Driving improvements across ticketing, service requests, root cause analysis, and operational reporting

What youll bring to the table as a Cyber Incident Response Manager

• Previous experience leading security operations or IT security service delivery
• Strong understanding of SIEM and monitoring frameworks such as Microsoft Sentinel and MITRE ATT&CK
• Knowledge of the Microsoft security ecosystem and associated tooling
• Experience across security technologies including DLP, EDR/XDR, CASB, email security, SWG, and ZTNA/SASE
• Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or SSCP would be beneficial

If youre an experienced Cyber Incident Response Manager ready to strengthen and modernise security operations in a highly regulated environment, apply now.

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Senior Cyber Security Analyst (OWASP / SAST /DAST - Banking Client

Application Security | Secure Design | Threat Modelling | DevSecOps

?? Locations: London | Paris | Brussels | Amsterdam

Rate: Flexible

Duration: 12 months

We are looking for a Cyber Security Analyst specialising in Application Security and Secure Architecture to join a high-performing security team responsible for protecting large-scale enterprise platforms.

This role focuses on embedding security into application design and development, performing security risk assessments, and ensuring that modern applications and platforms are built following secure-by-design principles.

You will work closely with software engineers, architects, DevOps teams and security engineers to ensure security is integrated throughout the technology lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Application Security & Secure SDLC

• Perform application security assessments across modern enterprise platforms.
• Review application architecture and ensure alignment with secure-by-design principles.
• Embed security into the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Support development teams in implementing secure coding practices aligned with OWASP guidelines.

Security Testing & DevSecOps

• Define and review security testing activities including SAST, DAST and software composition analysis (SCA).
• Work with engineering teams to integrate security scanning into CI/CD pipelines.
• Analyse vulnerability scan results and support remediation of application security issues.

Threat Modelling & Security Risk Assessments

• Conduct threat modelling exercises using frameworks such as STRIDE or MITRE ATT&CK.
• Identify potential security threats, vulnerabilities and attack scenarios within applications and supporting infrastructure.
• Perform structured security risk assessments and provide remediation recommendations.

Security Architecture & Secure Design

• Review application and platform architectures to ensure appropriate security controls are implemented.
• Translate high-level security policies into technical security requirements for development teams.
• Work with architects to ensure applications are built following secure architecture patterns.

Security Advisory

• Provide security expertise to engineering teams, project managers and technology leaders.
• Support security decision-making during application design and implementation.
• Contribute to security best practices, standards and guidelines.

Key Technical Skills

Strong experience in application security and secure software development including:

• Secure Software Development Lifecycle (SSDLC)
• OWASP Top 10 and secure coding practices
• Application security testing (SAST / DAST / SCA)
• Threat modelling methodologies (STRIDE, MITRE ATT&CK)
• Vulnerability management and remediation
• Secure architecture and design reviews
• DevSecOps and CI/CD security integration
• API security and modern application architectures

Experience with tools such as:

• SAST / DAST platforms
• Code scanning tools
• CI/CD pipelines (GitHub, GitLab, Jenkins etc.)
• Container security platforms
• Cloud security tooling

Technology Environment

Exposure to modern technology environments including:

• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure or GCP)
• Containerised platforms (Docker / Kubernetes)
• Microservices architectures
• REST APIs and modern application frameworks
• Identity and access management solutions

Ideal Candidate Background

• 7-12+ years experience in cyber security
• Strong focus on application security
• Experience working closely with software engineering teams
• Experience performing security architecture reviews
• Experience in DevSecOps environments
• Strong communication skills and ability to explain security risks clearly

Certifications (Optional)

Relevant certifications may include:

• CISSP
• OSCP
• CSSLP
• GIAC
• Security+ or similar

What Makes This Role Interesting

You will work in a highly technical security environment, collaborating directly with engineers and architects to secure modern platforms at scale.

This role offers the opportunity to influence secure architecture, application security practices and DevSecOps adoption across complex enterprise systems.

Please do send across to me the most up to date CV to

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements

Lead Security Architect - SC Cleared - Full time onsite - £640 per day

One of our government clients is looking for an experienced Lead Security Architect to join them for a 6 month contract. They are offering £640 per day, inside IR35

Our client is based near Milton Keynes - commutable from Northampton, East Midlands, Bedford, Luton or Central London. As you will support a secret classification customer service with a high dependency on system access from site, this role will require 5 days onsite working per week.

This role is working in a Security Cleared environment. You will need to be SC or DV (developed vetting) cleared or eligible to undertake SC or DV Security Clearance.

As the Lead Security Architect, you will act as a lead for all IT Security Aspects in relation to the design, delivery and ongoing maintenance of IT services delivered by our client.

Skills and Experience:

• Strong working knowledge of IT risks, cyber security, and computer operating software
• Advanced understanding of security protocols, cryptography, and security
• Experience implementing multi-factor authentication
• Great communication and interpersonal skills
• Experience implementing security solutions
• Comfortable working on a team
• Understanding of ISO 27001

If you think you’d be a good fit for this role, please apply here. We look forward to hearing from you!

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We are working with one of the world’s largest consultancies who are looking for a Security Analyst to work on a hybrid basis. The end customer is one of the largest financial services institutions in the world as well.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Threat Modeling Consultant to design and implement comprehensive threat models for 90-100 diverse applications. The consultant will evaluate application-generated logs, develop threat detection strategies, and report findings to the Information Security team. This role requires deep expertise in Microsoft Azure security tools, log analytics, and automation to enhance the customer’s application anomaly detection capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed threat models tailored for a large portfolio of applications with varying threat categories.
• Analyze logs generated by applications using Azure Log Analytics and Azure Sentinel to identify anomalies and potential threats.
• Design, build, and maintain KQL queries to extract and correlate security-relevant data from logs.
• Implement automated alerting and reporting workflows through Azure Logic Apps integrated with Azure Sentinel.
• Collaborate with the customer’s Information Security team to ensure actionable insights and timely incident escalation.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in threat modelling for complex and diverse application environments.
• Strong expertise in Azure Sentinel, including configuration, customization, and automation.
• In-depth knowledge of Azure Log Analytics, log ingestion, and data analysis.
• Proficiency in Kusto Query Language (KQL) for creating efficient, scalable queries.
• Experience with Azure Logic Apps to orchestrate automated response and reporting workflows.
• Solid understanding of application security principles, common threat categories, and attack vectors.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills to document findings and present complex technical information clearly.

Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.

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Job Title: SAP Security & Identity Access Governance Consultant
Location: Remote
Salary/Rate: £550 inside IR35
Start Date: April

We’re looking for an experienced SAP Security & IAG Consultant to support the design, build, and implementation of secure SAP access and governance solutions across a complex enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, configure, and manage SAP Identity Access Governance (IAG) solutions to ensure secure and compliant system access.
• Design and maintain roles, profiles, and authorisations across SAP landscapes including S/4HANA, BW/4HANA, and SAC.
• Work closely with IT, Compliance, and audit teams to deliver secure, integrated solutions.
• Produce clear security documentation, processes, and user guides, and provide guidance on SAP security best practices.
• Support and troubleshoot SAP security issues while ensuring compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.

Key Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on experience with SAP Identity Access Governance (IAG) implementation and administration.
• Deep understanding of SAP authorisation concepts, roles, profiles, and security architecture.
• Technical expertise across SAP Fiori, S/4HANA Security, BTP, BW/4HANA, and SAC.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills in complex SAP environments.
• Experience delivering SAP security projects within scope and timelines.
• Excellent stakeholder communication skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with SAP Cloud Platform/BTP security and integration with SAP IAG.

If you’re an SAP Security specialist with strong IAG expertise looking for your next contract opportunity, we’d love to hear from you.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply now with your updated CV in Microsoft Word/PDF format.

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My client, a large consultancy, is in need of a Network Engineer - SD WAN for a 6 month contract inside IR35 based in Warwick offering 2 days per week remote but requiring 3 days per week on-site.

The ideal candidate will have In depth knowledge of Wireless LAN (Cisco WLAN, Cisco ISE, Aruba WLAN, Aruba Clearpass) and private 5G (eg Cradlepoint) solutions, Proficiency in Wi-Fi survey tools (Ekahau), RF design, and deployment of enterprise-grade wireless solutions.

In depth knowledge of SD-WAN solutions (CISCO Viptela), In depth knowledge of routing protocols (BGP, OSPF), carrier WAN and Internet offerings, cloud network services, In-depth knowledge of Cisco LAN switching technologies including STP, RSTP, MSTP, VLANs, EtherChannel and switch stacking; proficient in configuring and troubleshooting Layer 2 and Layer 3 Switches, implementing QoS, and managing network segmentation and redundancy, Ability to produce detailed designs, implementation plans, and operational support models, Strong stakeholder engagement and coordination across multiple environments.

Minimum Cisco CCNP certification level required
CCIE certification is desirable
Certified Wireless Networking Professional (CWNP) certification is highly desirable
Ideally SC certified or SC eligible

Lead Security Architect- SC/DV Security Cleared-

Lead Security Architect, ideally wit current SC/DV Security Clearance is required for our central government client to lead all IT Security aspects in relation to the design, delivery and ongoing maintenance of a number of secure IT services.

Lead Security Architect- SC/DV Security Cleared-Essential Experience

Strong working knowledge of IT risks, cyber security, and computer operating software.
Current SC Security or DV Security Clearance or eligibility/Opportunity to obtain DV Security Clearance
Ability to advise on the ongoing low level design and build process of the IT platforms, and the deployment of customer workloads
Advanced understanding of security protocols, cryptography, and security
Experience implementing multi-factor authentication
Experience of implementing security solutions and understanding of ISO 27001.
Ability to lead on the IT Security aspects when engaging with external stakeholders on cross domain connectivity and data sharing.
Experience of creating/own Tier2 policies & procedures and drive forward implementation & culture change across multiple teams.
Capability to engage with other secure platforms and environments to align security policies and procedures.
Provide security expertise around technical discovery, design and delivery.
Ability to act as a technical interface with the Security Operations Centre and assist with the investigation and resolution of security incidents.

6-12 month contract
Pay rate £600-£630pday inside IR35
Onsite full time in Milton Keynes

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Network IT is currently recruiting for a Lead Security Architect, on behalf of our client in Milton Keynes.

This is a 12 month initial contract, to provide Security Architecture expertise to a client who are undergoing a busy period, and require additional security expertise to drive projects forward, supporting the business and the wider security team.

Our client is looking for an experienced IT Security professional, who can contribute to designs, policies, procedures and implementations across technology, generally being able to face off with a wide variety of security challenges, in a sector which requires particular attention to security threats.

Particular areas of interest would be experience in the security architecture underpinning cross domain connectivity, data sharing and IT platforms.

Please note that this is an onsite role, due to the nature of the security clearance requirements.

Key Information:
Role: Lead Security Architect
Duration: 12 Months
Rate: £630-640 per day
Status: Inside IR35
Location: Milton Keynes
Working Pattern: Onsite

Key Skills:

• Strong background in Security Architecture, particularly within government
• Wide security knowledge of IT risks, cyber security, software, data and SOC
• Understanding of security protocols, cryptography and implementing MFA
• Understanding of frameworks, such as ISO27001
• Previous exposure to working on security underpinning cross domain connectivity and data sharing
• Contribution to design activity, policies and procedures
• Able to interface effectively with stakeholders, and other teams in security to effectively drive forward change
• Must be eligible for, or holding SC Clearance
• DV clearance would be nice to have

Contract Opportunity: Cyber Security Identity Specialist (SailPoint)
Location: London - Hybrid
Contract Type: Daily Rate Contract
Start Date: ASAP

We’re looking for an experienced Cyber Security Identity Specialist with strong SailPoint expertise to support a major identity transformation project.

What You’ll Do

• Deliver hands-on SailPoint configuration, implementation, and governance
• Contribute to IAM design, integration, and solution delivery
• Work closely with stakeholders to translate business and technical needs into clear identity management outcomes
• Produce high-quality documentation, reports, and presentations for both technical and non-technical audiences

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience working with SailPoint (IdentityIQ or IdentityNow)
• Background in project delivery roles such as Business Analyst, Solution Architect, or similar
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Solid understanding of:
  • Identity & Access Management (IAM)
  • Integrating SailPoint with enterprise apps and directories
  • Security frameworks, risk assessment, and compliance

Azure Controls & Audit Specialist | £650-£700 p/day (Inside IR35) | Bournemouth (4 days on site) | 6 months (initially)

We’re looking for an experienced Azure Controls & Audit Specialist to join the Public Cloud Engineering team on an initial 6-month contract. This role is critical in supporting an Azure-based environment through a period of increased audit activity, including upcoming EDA Gold DEV.

You’ll be looking at regulatory compliance, strengthening the control environment, and managing audit and risk-related activities across the cloud platform.

Location: Bournemouth (4 days on-site, 1 day remote)
Contract: 6 months initially
Rate: £650-£700 p/day (Inside IR35)
Start: January
Relocation: Open to relocation

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive the execution of cloud platform control assessments, ensuring alignment with regulatory and organisational requirements
• Act as a subject matter expert on control frameworks and audit expectations within Azure environments
• Lead governance of issues raised from assessments, ensuring findings are tracked, managed, and closed effectively
• Proactively assess control effectiveness, identify gaps, and recommend enhancements to strengthen the risk and compliance posture
• Produce clear and comprehensive documentation for control processes, assessments, and compliance reporting

What we’re looking for:

• Previous experience in a similar Azure-focused controls, audit, or cloud risk role
• Knowledge of engineering standards and best practices
• Experience supporting strategic initiatives in complex environments

If this sounds like a good fit, apply now as they’re looking to complete first stages!

Azure Controls & Audit Specialist | £650-£700 p/day (Inside IR35) | Bournemouth (4 days on site) | 6 months (initially)

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We hope this message finds you well. We are excited to share a unique opportunity with you for our client in the Public Sector. They are seeking a dedicated Cyber Transformation Lead to join their team. This role promises a challenging and rewarding experience within the public sector.

Your Profile

• Security Clearance: Eligible for SC (Candidates with SC will be able to start imediately)
• Candidates must possess English and Math GCSEs, grades A-C, and be prepared to provide certificates at the interview stage.
• Availability to attend the office in Birchwood Park Avenue, Cheshire, two days per week.
• Pay rate to candidate is 80.00 - 85.00 per hour, Outside IR35

Your Responsibilities

• Acting as an internal cyber advisor aligned with organizational strategies and objectives.
• Leading and coordinating the resolution of complex/high-profile cyber issues and facilitating stakeholder engagement.
• Developing and embedding cyber policies, standards, and procedures, and tracking adoption/compliance.
• Providing portfolio oversight and reporting, escalating and driving remediation of misalignments.
• Conducting horizon scanning and briefing leadership on implications and recommendations.
• Supporting the establishment of cyber profession standards in collaboration with HR/L&D.

This position offers a 12-month contract and provides a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a strategic cyber security transformation, aligning with statutory obligations including GDPR.

Ex-armed forces members are higly encuradged to apply.

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Threat Modeling Consultant to design and implement comprehensive threat models for 90-100 diverse applications. The consultant will evaluate application-generated logs, develop threat detection strategies, and report findings to the Information Security team. This role requires deep expertise in Microsoft Azure security tools, log analytics, and automation to enhance the customer’s application anomaly detection capabilities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop detailed threat models tailored for a large portfolio of applications with varying threat categories.
• Analyze logs generated by applications using Azure Log Analytics and Azure Sentinel to identify anomalies and potential threats.
• Design, build, and maintain KQL queries to extract and correlate security-relevant data from logs.
• Implement automated alerting and reporting workflows through Azure Logic Apps integrated with Azure Sentinel.
• Collaborate with the customer’s Information Security team to ensure actionable insights and timely incident escalation.
• Continuously refine and tune threat detection models based on evolving application risk profiles and feedback.
• Provide technical documentation and training as needed to internal teams and stakeholders.
• Stay updated with the latest security threats, Azure services, and best practices in threat modelling and log analytics.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven experience in threat modelling for complex and diverse application environments.
• Strong expertise in Azure Sentinel, including configuration, customization, and automation.
• In-depth knowledge of Azure Log Analytics, log ingestion, and data analysis.
• Proficiency in Kusto Query Language (KQL) for creating efficient, scalable queries.
• Experience with Azure Logic Apps to orchestrate automated response and reporting workflows.
• Solid understanding of application security principles, common threat categories, and attack vectors.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Excellent communication skills to document findings and present complex technical information clearly.

Our client, a leading global supplier for IT services, requires Senior Network Architect to be based at their client’s office in London, UK.

This is a hybrid role - you can work remotely in the UK and attend the London office 2-3 days per week

This is a 6+ month temporary contract to start ASAP

Day rate: Competitive Market rate

Senior Network Security SME and design authority responsible for network segmentation and Zero Trust initiatives across on-prem and hybrid cloud environments. This role owns architecture decisions, enforcement strategy, and senior customer engagement for a large enterprise environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as Network Security Design Authority for segmentation and Zero Trust.
• Design, implement, and optimize network segmentation using Guardicore and Illumio.
• Own User-to-Server (U2S) and Server-to-Server (S2S) traffic controls.
• Lead Guardicore - Illumio transition and future-state architecture.
• Drive segmentation standards, governance, and operational handover.
• Serve as primary technical interface to senior customer stakeholders.
• Manage escalations related to enforcement, Legacy dependencies, and risk trade-offs.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in analysing and visualizing “application” traffic to understand application flows and dependencies
• Overseeing the design, implementation, and optimization Network segmentation
• Developing Knowledge of Operations (KOP) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Key Requirements

Essential Skills:

• 15+ years in Network Security with architect/design authority responsibility.
• Strong, hands-on expertise in network segmentation/microsegmentation.
• Proven experience with Guardicore and Illumio.
• Deep understanding of on-prem data center network security.
• Working knowledge of hybrid cloud network security, including:
• VPC/VNet design
• Security Groups/NSGs
• Hybrid connectivity (VPN, ExpressRoute, Direct Connect)
• Experience working directly with senior customer stakeholders.

Desirable Skills:

• Zero Trust architecture exposure.
• Regulated enterprise environment experience.
• Platform migration experience.

Due to the volume of applications received, unfortunately we cannot respond to everyone.

If you do not hear back from us within 7 days of sending your application, please assume that you have not been successful on this occasion.

Senior Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer (Security)

12 month contract

Outside IR35

£450 per day

Harvey Nash’s public sector client is recruiting an experienced Senior Infrastructure & Cloud Engineer to support a major security uplift programme within a large, enterprise-scale environment. You’ll work as part of a dedicated cyber security team , providing technical expertise across cloud, infrastructure, and security remediation initiatives.

This role focuses on delivering improvements aligned to security accreditation and assurance frameworks, including Cyber Essentials, the Cyber Assessment Framework, and Zero Trust principles.

Key Responsibilities

Interpret and apply security standards (Cyber Essentials, CAF, NIST, NCSC) to define remediation actions.

Lead or support security improvements across Azure and on-prem environments.

Configure, optimise, and manage Microsoft Defender and related endpoint, identity, and cloud security tools.

Identify and report security non-compliance, recommending technical fixes.

Prepare Change Requests and implementation plans for approval boards.

Implement and test security solutions, documenting outcomes for audit and traceability.

Collaborate with engineering, architecture, development, and operations teams to resolve security issues.

Contribute to automation and SecOps improvements via scripting, pipelines, and IaC.

Produce clear technical documentation and handover materials for BAU teams.

Support continuous improvement of security assurance and configuration baselines.

Technical Environment

Cloud: Azure (identity, security, monitoring, automation, compliance), including M365, Power Platform, Dynamics.

Enterprise Systems: Key Vault, Conditional Access, EntraID, Intune, AD, PKI, Public DNS, GPO.

Infrastructure: Windows Server, Hyper-V, VMware, hybrid networking and storage.

Security Tools: Defender, Qualys.

Skills & Experience Required

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.

Significant experience managing enterprise-scale digital systems.

Deep understanding of networking and systems management.

Proven track record delivering security or service improvements.

Able to self-start and drive change through to completion.

Effective knowledge-sharing and ability to hand over to BAU teams.

Experience contributing to cyber security certification projects.

Desirable

Experience with penetration test remediation and vulnerability management.

Knowledge of Zero Trust approaches.

Familiarity with incident detection/response processes.

Experience integrating risk/security data into reporting or automation tools.

Microsoft engineering certifications, MCSE, or ITIL certification.

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We are recruiting for a Web Integration Engineer for our client. You will join the Endpoint Security team of a leading financial services company. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the implementation of a browser isolation solution, specifically focusing on Menlo Security products, with primary emphasis on web integration, browser behaviour, and application compatibility. This role requires strong web fundamentals, structured troubleshooting capability, and the ability to partner effectively with security and networking teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance.

The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable in IT, have a passion for Cyber Security, excellent interpersonal skills, and be a strong team player.

This is an integration/troubleshooting role focused on web application behaviour and browser-level diagnostics; it is not a role for building new websites or product UI.

Core Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Endpoint Security team to implement and support Menlo’s browser isolation solution.
• Lead web integration and compatibility efforts (eg, authentication flows, cookies/sessions, headers, browser behaviour, and application-specific issues).
• Troubleshoot and resolve web application and browser-related issues affecting the browser isolation solution; work with network/security teams as needed to isolate root cause across client, Proxy/isolation, and upstream application layers.
• Work closely with security analysts to ensure compliance with security policies and standards.
• Develop and maintain documentation for integration configurations, known-issue patterns, and operational processes.

Desired Skills:

• Menlo Security Products: Experience with Menlo’s browser isolation solution or similar products.
• Network Configuration and Management: Familiarity with network fundamentals and concepts (eg, proxies, DNS, TCP/IP) and experience working with Firewalls, VLANs, VPNs.
• Scripting and Automation: Familiarity with Scripting languages such as Python or Bash for automation and troubleshooting.
• Cloud Networking: Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their networking components.
• Certifications: CCNA, CCNP, or equivalent certifications.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders effectively.

Proficiency Levels

• Web Development: Advanced
• Web Integration & Troubleshooting: Advanced
• Security Best Practices: Intermediate
• Menlo Security Products: Intermediate
• Network Configuration and Management: Intermediate
• Scripting and Automation: Intermediate
• Cloud Networking: Intermediate