Hybrid working (2-3 days in customer office in London) - working between Reading and London

Permanent - 12-month fixed term contract

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled and self-motivated Network Automation Engineer Specialist with hands-on experience in Itential IAP, Cisco NSO, and Python scripting. The ideal candidate will have experience automating network devices (routers, firewalls, servers), strong CI/CD skills with GitLab, and familiarity with Red Hat OS, OpenShift, and automation frameworks. Experience with API management platforms (Apigee, Kong, OpenShift API Management) and Web Application Firewalls (WAF) is highly desirable. This role will drive network automation, infrastructure-as-code deployments, and platform integrations.

Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain network automation using Itential IAP, Cisco NSO, and Python.
• Manage workflows, integrations, APIs, and multi-vendor network devices.
• Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines with GitLab.
• Deploy and manage automation microservices on Red Hat OpenShift.
• Work with Python, YAML, XML, JavaScript, and Jinja for automation tasks.
• Integrate with HashiCorp Vault for secure secrets management.
• Implement and manage API Management solutions and Web Application Firewalls (WAF).
• Collaborate with DevOps, NetOps, and Security teams.
• Troubleshoot and optimize automation workflows and platform performance.
• Ensure adherence to security best practices and regulations.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience with Itential IAP and Cisco NSO.

• 5-7 years of telecom experience, with 3-4 years in telecom automation.

• Strong knowledge of network administration and firewall configuration (Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, Juniper).

• Hands-on CI/CD experience with GitLab pipelines.

• Experience with containerized applications on Red Hat OpenShift.

• Proficient in Python, JavaScript, YAML, XML, YANG, and Jinja templates.

• Experience with API management (Apigee, Kong, OpenShift API Management) and API lifecycle.

• Background in UNIX/Linux administration and working with REST APIs, JSON, webhooks.

• Experience with Web Application Firewalls (WAF) (F5 ASM, AWS WAF, Azure WAF).

• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.

To apply or find out more information on the role please send your CV

Epsom, Surrey, KT17
£70,000 - £80,000 plus a bonus, generous pension and lots more

We are working with a highly respected financial services organisation, seeking an experienced Cloud Infrastructure Manager to lead the design, delivery and ongoing management of their cloud and hybrid infrastructure estate.

This is a pivotal leadership role, combining hands-on technical expertise with people management and strategic planning. You will take ownership of the full cloud lifecycle across Azure, ensuring resilience, security, performance and cost-effectiveness, while developing and mentoring a high-performing infrastructure team.

The Cloud Infrastructure Manager Role:

You will be responsible for the planning, build, operation and lifecycle management of cloud infrastructure and related services, with a strong focus on Azure. Key responsibilities include:

• Deployment, configuration and ongoing administration of Azure services
• Ownership of Azure tenancy, security controls, DLP and MFA
• Producing Low Level Design (LLD) documentation for new and evolving solutions
• Migration of legacy on-premise systems to Azure
• SQL infrastructure administration across on-prem and cloud environments
• Capacity planning, disaster recovery and Azure Site Recovery testing
• Storage lifecycle management (Blob, Files, SharePoint, OneDrive)
• Backup strategy ownership (including monitoring, escalation, reporting and optimisation)
• Infrastructure monitoring and integration with security and operational platforms
• Maintaining CMDB accuracy and infrastructure diagrams
• Supporting the Service Desk with complex incidents and escalations
• Working closely with Solution Architects and Change Management to deliver secure, well-governed change
• Managing transitional physical and virtual server and networking platforms
• Producing operational and cost management information for senior stakeholders
• Leading, mentoring and developing the infrastructure team, including performance management and objective setting
• Establishing and maintaining technical standards, policies and procedures

Skills & Experience Required:

Essential:

• Proven experience in a regulated environment
• Strong Azure administration background (certifications highly desirable)
• Cloud networking, firewalls and security architecture
• Microsoft 365 Enterprise (Exchange Online, SharePoint Online)
• Windows Server administration
• Azure Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity
• VDI platforms (Azure Virtual Desktop, VMware ESX, Horizon)
• Backup technologies (Veeam Backup & Replication, Azure, Microsoft 365, Data Cloud Vault)
• Platform security, DLP and MFA
• Infrastructure monitoring and alerting tools
• Low-level cloud design and solution architecture
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement and leadership skills
• Demonstrable people management and team development experience
• Proactive, detail-driven and solutions-focused mindset

Desirable:

• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, ARM, Azure DevOps)
• Cloud security frameworks and policy definition
• SQL Server administration
• Working knowledge of AWS
• Experience with Pluralsight skills and sandbox environments

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to step into a highly influential role where you will shape cloud strategy, modernise infrastructure and build a best-in-class cloud operations function. You ll work with cutting-edge Microsoft technologies, lead a talented technical team and play a key part in the organisation s digital transformation journey.

If you are a technically strong Cloud Infrastructure Manager who enjoys balancing strategy, delivery and people leadership, this role offers genuine scope, challenge and progression.

Integral Recruitment are acting as an employment agency in regard to this advertisement.

Life on the team

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced 3rd Line Support Engineer to join our Cloud Team. The successful candidate will work within an experienced team, ensuring that our cloud support services for large enterprise customers align with agreed SLAs and KPIs.

Hatfield, Nottingham or Milton Keynes (full-time in office)

Must be SC Cleared, or willingness to undertake

What youll do

We are seeking a 3rd Line Cloud Engineer to support and deliver Azure platform services for enterprise customers. The role focuses on the operational management of Azure environments, working closely with internal teams and customers to maintain, improve, and support production cloud infrastructure across compute, networking, storage and native cloud services.

The successful candidate will have strong hands-on experience with Azure services, a proven background supporting large corporate environments, and the ability to operate effectively within an agile, service-oriented team. This role involves contributing to platform stability, implementing continuous improvements, and ensuring reliable, high-quality support for enterprise-scale Azure infrastructure while collaborating closely with senior team members and stakeholders.

Core Responsibilities:

• Perform root cause analysis, investigation, diagnosis, and reporting of cloud-related issues.
• Monitor and optimize Azure environments to ensure high availability, performance, and security.
• Troubleshoot and resolve build, deployment, and infrastructure issues.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and best practices for security, scalability, and reliability.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for processes, configurations, and procedures.
• Develop and maintain scripts for automation using PowerShell.
• Participate in on-call support outside business hours (additional compensation provided).

What youll bring

The analyst should be skilled in cloud management toolsets, including but not limited to:

Cloud Technologies

• Hands on experience managing Azure environments across multiple subscriptions and regions.
• Strong expertise in Azure IaaS services (Compute, Storage & Networking).
• Experience with Azure networking: VNets, Subnets, NSGs, Route Tables, Network Interfaces.
• Knowledge of hybrid connectivity including ExpressRoute and VNet Gateways.
• Experience with load balancing and traffic management (Azure Load Balancer, Traffic Manager).
• Hands-on experience with Azure Storage Accounts, Snapshots, and Backup/Recovery Services Vaults.
• Working knowledge of Azure Key Vault, Certificates, Managed Identities, and App Registrations.
• Experience implementing private connectivity using Private Endpoints and Private DNS Zones.
• Exposure to Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and containerised workloads.
• Experience managing Azure ARCenabled resources in hybrid environments.

Non-technical requirements

• Proactive mindset focused on improving efficiency by reducing manual effort through automation.
• Ability to help drive continuous process improvements.
• Strong customer-facing and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate technical details to stakeholders.
• Experience in stakeholder engagement and cross-team collaboration.

Advantageous

• Previous exposure to Azure DevOps & Terraform (Repositories, Pipelines, YAML)
• Managing and optimizing CI/CD pipelines
• Proficiency with Azure CLI, PowerShell, and automation scripting
• Microsoft AZ-104 Azure Administrator
• Terraform Associate

This role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic team, contributing to the success of enterprise-level cloud projects while enhancing technical expertise inCloud Technologies.

There is a lot happening in Linux! Join our dynamic IT Defence team, where you will be responsible for all aspects of our Linux capabilities. This role offers exposure to business-as-usual operations, delivered services, and innovative project work. We welcome candidates with experience in Slurm or HPC and Ansible.

We have different level opportunities in this growing team, so dont shy away if you dont have all the skills.

You do need to be eligible for SC and DV Clearance.

Hybrid Fixed: 3 days per week on our Portsmouth OR Salisbury site, 2 days home working.

What you’ll be doing:

• Oversee and enhance Linux platform capabilities.
• Develop and maintain open-source and commercial tooling.
• Provide expert 3rd line technical support, mentoring, and fault resolution for 1st/2nd line teams.
• Act as a subject matter expert in Linux.

What we need from you:

• Extensive experience in large-scale Linux platform engineering and automation.
• Proficiency with Enterprise Linux OS (RedHat, CentOS, Oracle) to RHCE level.
• Familiarity with DevOps and automation tools (Terraform, Git, Ansible, Vault).
• Experience in building and securing Linux environments, including Kubernetes clusters (on-premise and cloud).

It would be great if you had:

• Network technologies (LAN, WAN, Cisco switching, Juniper and Fortinet security products) and working knowledge of TCP/IP networking.
• Database administration (MySQL, PostgreSQL, MariaDB or InfluxDB).
• Virtualisation management experience - VMware, XenServer, OpenStack or Hyper-V.
• Working knowledge of Openshift, Openstack.
• Secure LINUX and IPTablesI

If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what were looking for, please do apply, wed love to hear from you!

Employment Type: Permanent
Location: Hybrid Fixed: 3 days in Portsmouth OR Salisbury.
Security Clearance Level: Eligible for SC and DV Clearance.
Internal Recruiter: Jane
Salary: To £Dependant on experience
Benefits: 25 days annual leave with the choice to buy additional days, health cash plan, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund.

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?Sopra Sterias Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the clients goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UKs most complex safety- and security-critical markets.

Office.js Developer (Outlook Add ins) | £500-£550p/day (Inside IR35) | London (Hybrid, 2/3 days in office) | 10 month contract

Our client is looking for a experienced Office Add-in Developer (specialising in Outlook/have worked extensively with) to help support add-in solutions within a enterprise scale messaging environments. The focus of the role will be building robust, cross platform Outlook add-ins that perform across Windows, macOS, web and mobile clients.

It’ll be an exchange landscape that’s both on-premises infrastructure and Microsoft 365, where you will collaborate closely with engineering, product and operations teams in an agile delivery model.

What you’ll be doing:

• Architecting, developing, and enhancing Outlook add-ins using modern Microsoft frameworks and tools
• Ensuring add-ins deliver a consistent experience across all Outlook clients, including desktop, browser, and mobile
• Connecting add-ins to backend systems, APIs, and identity services such as Microsoft Graph and Azure Active Directory
• You’ll be working closely with product owners, architects, QA, and operations
• Maintaining compatibility across Exchange on-premises and Exchange Online deployments
• Producing and maintaining technical documentation, design guidelines, and development standards

What we’re looking for:

• You can demonstrate experience delivering Outlook add-ins within enterprise environments
• Strong hands on skills with Office.js, JavaScript or TypeScript, HTML, and CSS
• Deep understanding of Microsoft 365, Exchange Online, and the behavioral differences between Outlook clients
• Experience integrating with Microsoft Graph, RESTful APIs, and modern authentication methods (OAuth / Azure AD)

Nice to have:

• Exposure to CI/CD pipelines, Git-based version control, and automated testing practices
• Experience with Azure services such as App Services, Functions, Storage, or Key Vault

Candidates will be required to go through background checks before commencing contract.

Must be eligible to live and work in the specified work location . Some occasional travel maybe required. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Our client is committed to equal opportunities and actively seeks applications from all sectors of the community irrespective of sex, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, having responsibility for dependents, age, religion/beliefs, or any other reason which cannot be shown to be justified

If this sounds like a good fit, apply now!

Office.js Developer (Outlook Add ins) | £500-£550p/day (Inside IR35) | London (Hybrid, 2/3 days in office) | 10 month contract

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Consortium is pleased to be partnering with our client in their search for a Senior Electrical Design Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a world-class, forward-thinking manufacturing business based in Hull.

As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer, you will work primarily within the engineering team, leading the design and development of advanced electrical systems across a variety of platforms. You’ll produce both 2D and 3D designs, collaborating closely with internal departments and contributing to R&D initiatives, including prototype builds and product innovation.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in electrical engineering, a passion for practical design, and a keen understanding of manufacturing processes.

As a Senior Electrical Design Engineer youll play a key role in:

• Leading and delivering electrical designs across a variety of bespoke and standard vehicle projects
• Managing electrical project lifecycles from concept through to commissioning
• Using Autodesk Inventor to create structured 3D electrical routing and 2D manufacturing drawings
• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams including Sales, Engineering, Warranty and Quality
• Supporting shop-floor production and R&D teams, including prototype development and testing
• Your work will directly contribute to developing cutting-edge, compliant and efficient vehicle systems across multiple sectors.

About You:
Were looking for someone who can bring:

• Extensive practical experience (5-8 years) in automotive or similar electrical design and installation environments
• Working knowledge of 12-24VDC and 400VAC systems, high voltage systems and electric vehicles
• Strong proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and Vault
• Excellent communication and organisational skills to lead projects and support colleagues
• A proactive, flexible mindset with a strong understanding of Health & Safety practices

The Benefits and Package:
In return, youll enjoy:

• Salary: £45,000 to £50,000 depending on experience
• A role that combines office and on-site collaboration with a focus on innovation
• Opportunities to work across multiple departments and locations
• A commitment to personal development and structured training programmes
• An inclusive and supportive workplace culture

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