Job Title: DevOps Engineer

Location: Remote, UK

Salary: Circa £47,000 per annum, depending on skills and experience

Job Type: Full Time, Permanent

Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week to cover core business hours (9-5, Mon-Fri)

Working for Affinity:

• We understand the importance of flexibility, wellness, performance and satisfaction - indeed it is part of our culture
• We offer opportunities to take unpaid leave and will give you one extra day’s holiday for every year you’ve worked with us, for up to 8 years
• We know working from home introduces opportunities for you to do more domestic chores during the day, e.g. picking up the children from school, taking pets to the vet, etc. We don’t mind this at all, as long as we are aware of what you are doing and the work gets done!

About the Role:

We are looking for someone who is passionate about technology and who is always looking for opportunities to improve the services we provide for clients, in areas such as efficiency, cost effectiveness, security and reliability.

You’ll be pivotal in knowledge sharing internally within the business, assisting others in their assigned projects and, where necessary, supporting more junior members of Affinity to help them learn and improve.

The right DevOps engineer will have the opportunity to help grow and shape this emerging function within the team, creating a long-term career path for themselves within Affinity, with an opportunity to progress upwards.

What will your typical day look like?

• You will be working on projects, such as the Cabinet Office WordPress support contract, to keep our clients’ systems up-to-date, available, resilient, secure, performing well and cost effective.
• Working to improve the efficiency of our infrastructure related processes
• At times you’ll need to work together with clients’ own internal teams and with any external infrastructure teams that Affinity may partner with.
• Putting together infrastructure design documents at the start of projects, with a view to getting these signed off by the client and then acting as the basis for infrastructure build.
• Building infrastructure on new projects through the use of Terraform, AWS CloudFormation, etc. This will also include continuous integration processes, server provisioning, etc.
• Imparting knowledge and experience to other Affinity team members, both verbally and also captured in tools such as Jira Confluence, where we would like to build up a repository of DevOps how-tos, best practices, etc.
• Opportunity to work as a team lead where other Affinity team members are involved in DevOps.
• Providing AWS and Azure thought leadership and mentoring in both advisory and delivery contexts.
• Supporting out-of-hours rotas to provide support coverage for contracts in place with Affinity.

About you:

General requirements:

• Willingness to provide on-call rota coverage of emergency support (24/7/365)

• Ability to work flexible hours from time to time, for specific projects or tasks

• UK based and resident in UK for last 3 years (given some client-driven security clearance requirements)

• The role is fully remote, though visits to clients and to our office in Cornwall will occasionally be required

Technical must-haves:

• Commercial experience of AWS, including services such as Amazon VPC, Amazon RDS, Amazon ElastiCache, Amazon EC2, Amazon ECS/EKS, Amazon EFS, AWS IAM, Amazon CloudFront, Amazon S3, AWS CodePipeline, Amazon GuardDuty, AWS Security Hub, AWS Cost Explorer, etc.

• Commercial experience of Azure, including services such as Azure Networking, Azure Cache (Redis and Memcached), App Services (running WordPress and .NET applications), Front Doors (CDN), API Services, storage services (blob storage, file storage, etc.), Azure Database services, Azure Cost Management, etc.

• Terraform and/or CloudFormation scripting

• Linux, Apache/Nginx

• Continuous integration/deployment (CI/CD) experience including GitHub Actions

• Familiarity with the AWS/Azure Well-Architected Framework and NCSC Cloud Security Principles

• Security experience, including the resolution of issues found during penetration testing

• Docker experience

Technical nice-to-haves:

• System/server admin experience

• Drupal, WordPress or Magento experience

• PHP and Composer

• Microsoft technologies, including .NET, Windows Server, IIS, Active Directory, MSSQL, etc.

• AWS certifications (AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional, DevOps Engineer - Professional, speciality certifications, e.g., Database, Security, etc.)

• Microsoft certifications, including Azure Fundamentals, Azure Administrator Associate, Azure DevOps Engineer Expert, Azure Security Engineer Associate, etc.

• Load testing experience, including jMeter, Gatling, K6, etc.

• Other HashiCorp tools, e.g., Packer, Vault, Vagrant, Consul, etc.

• Provisioning tools, e.g., Puppet, Ansible, Chef, etc.

• AWS Control Tower and/or Landing Zone

• Experience with Google Cloud Platform

• Experience with Azure Resource Manager (ARM) Templates

Please click the APPLY button to submit your CV for this role.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; Software Developer, Software Engineer, Infrastructure Engineer, AWS, Infrastructure Engineer, AWS Systems Developer, Azure Software Development may also be considered for this role.

Our client is recruiting for an IT Manager to lead their internal IT function in London.

This is a fully office-based role within a Mac-focused professional services environment, requiring strong technical expertise, team leadership, and a proactive approach to infrastructure management and security.

The Role

This position is responsible for overseeing all IT systems and infrastructure, managing two IT Engineers, and driving IT projects forward in line with business objectives. The environment is approximately 95% Mac-based, and the successful candidate must have extensive experience managing macOS environments using Jamf Pro and related tools.

Security, performance, and reliability are critical, particularly within a regulated professional services setting handling confidential client data.

Key Responsibilities
• Full ownership and management of IT infrastructure and services
• Leading, mentoring, and developing a small IT team
• Managing Mac hardware lifecycle, deployment, and updates via Jamf Pro
• Administration of Linux servers, including scripting, web, file, and directory services
• Managing networking infrastructure including firewalls (SonicWall essential), switches, and wireless access points
• Overseeing VOIP/SIP systems (3CX), virtual environments (Hyper-V, VMware), and storage (Synology/QNAP)
• Managing Active Directory, VPNs, server/application security, and print services
• Monitoring SLAs and ticketing systems, ensuring service standards are maintained
• Preparing and presenting annual IT budgets and reporting regularly to stakeholders
• Managing service contracts, renewals, and the firm’s asset register
• Providing hands-on support for user issues, practice management systems, and infrastructure
• Being available out of hours in the event of critical IT incidents

The Candidate
• Extensive experience supporting and deploying macOS in a business environment (Jamf Pro essential)
• Strong Linux administration and command-line scripting skills (Bash/Python)
• Proven networking expertise including SonicWall, Brocade, and Ubiquiti
• Experience with Dell servers, VMware/Hyper-V, storage solutions, and server security
• Working knowledge of Windows 10/11 and Windows Server environments
• Demonstrable experience managing an IT function and reporting to senior stakeholders
• Strong documentation skills and structured approach to infrastructure management
• Flexible, solutions-focused, and confident supporting users at all levels

What’s on Offer
• Senior leadership role with full responsibility for IT strategy and delivery
• Stable, professional services environment
• Opportunity to modernise and develop infrastructure
• Competitive salary dependent on experience

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful

Technical Lead Engineer Radio Systems
Location: Greater Manchester
Salary: £32,000 £39,140 per annum DOE Benefits
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Benefits: Medical Cash Plan Life Assurance Discounted Gym Membership Additional Benefits

About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Technical Lead Engineer to join a growing Radio Systems Engineering team. This role is ideal for a highly skilled radio communications specialist who enjoys leading technical delivery, overseeing system design, and ensuring engineering excellence across large-scale projects throughout the UK and Europe.
As the Technical Lead, you will act as a key technical authority, supporting project teams, guiding engineers, liaising with customers, and ensuring that all radio communication systems are delivered to the highest standards.

Key Responsibilities
Project Coordination & Planning
Attend project calls and deployment meetings
Interpret customer technical requirements and installation scopes
Cascade technical instructions to engineers and subcontractors
Work closely with the PMO to align engineering resources
Technical Oversight
Validate site survey outputs including heat maps and floor plans
Identify risks, blockers, and technical challenges before installation
Ensure compliance with engineering standards and customer specifications
Site Engagement
Conduct site familiarisation and occasional site visits for complex deployments
Perform pre?installation checks and visual walkthroughs
Documentation & Reporting
Gather engineering feedback and prepare close?out documentation
Maintain accurate technical records and ensure timely submission to customers

Subcontractor & Customer Liaison
Communicate installation plans, cable routes, and antenna placements
Provide technical guidance and resolve on?site issues
Support pre?sales activities including surveys, system design, and specifications
Deliver post?sales support including customer training
General Engineering Duties
Design, install, and commission PMR, DMR, telemetry radio, and microwave systems
Support and maintain Motorola radio systems
Diagnose and repair radio equipment from hand portables to base stations
Produce H&S documentation to meet customer requirements
Maintain high technical standards and support knowledge sharing within the team
Participate in regional standby rotas when required
Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and on time
Adhere to Health & Safety guidelines at all times

Key Outcomes
Deliver exceptional service to all customers
Ensure smooth handover of completed installations to the service team
Strengthen the organisations reputation through high?quality engineering leadership

Essential Skills & Experience
Proven working background in two?way radio communications
Strong knowledge of Motorola PMR, DMR, TETRA, telemetry, or microwave systems
Understanding of IP technologies including routing, switching, and VoIP
Experience with DAS (active and passive), VHF/UHF, and cellular systems
Ability to detect and resolve RF interference and intermodulation issues
Knowledge of 2G/3G/4G in?building coverage techniques
EMF testing and ICNIRP compliance experience
Proven project design and project management capability
Competent in producing H&S documentation
Able to work at heights and in confined spaces
Willingness to travel across the UK and Europe
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Full UK driving licence and valid passport
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Willingness to undergo security vetting

Desirable
Experience with LV electrical systems
SCADA / Control & Automation knowledge
Understanding of TCP/IP, MODBUS, Profibus, RS232
Experience with Trbonet, Windows Server, SQL Server
RF over Fibre experience
Duplexer, combiner, and filter tuning
CCNA or PASMA training
HNC Electrical/Electronics or equivalent
Confined space or CSCS/EUSR/SHEA certification

Benefits:
Competitive Salary
Bonus
Hybrid
Full training and development
23 days Bank Holidays
Pension
Medical Cash Plan
Life Insurance
Discounted Gym Membership
Career Development
Staff events/ incentives
Plus so much more.

How to Apply:

Send your CV to
Or call Helen on 0161 237 4230

This vacancy is being handled by Aspire Recruitment. Due to high application volumes, we will only contact you within 14 days if selected for interview. By applying, you agree to our Privacy Policy and consent to Aspire Recruitment keeping you informed about future opportunities.

Skills and Knowledge

• Extensive experience as a Senior Engineer, Technical Lead, or Architect with a strong record of successful delivery.
• Proven leadership of engineering teams, combining strategic oversight with hands-on involvement in architecture and implementation.
• Deep understanding of CI/CD, automation, DevOps practices, and observability maturity models.
• Strong ownership of delivery outcomes, including resource planning, capacity management, and accountability for results.
• Demonstrated success improving engineering standards, governance, and technical best practices.
• Experience driving adoption of new tools, frameworks, and processes across multiple teams.
• Solid background in agile software delivery, with clear responsibility for sprint outcomes, technical quality, and stakeholder alignment.

Technical Expertise Languages & Frameworks

• C#/.NET (Framework & Core)
• React

Platforms & Infrastructure

• Microsoft Azure
• Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
• Docker
• Windows Server (on-premises)
• SQL Server
• MongoDB

Windows Site Reliability Engineer | £110K | Hybrid | London

Overview:
A leading global investment bank is seeking a skilled Windows Site Reliability Engineer to join their London-based Technology team. This is a senior-level leadership role focused on driving platform reliability, automation strategy, and infrastructure modernisation across mission-critical banking systems. This is an excellent opportunity to join an investment banking powerhouse.

Role and Responsibilities:

Lead Platform Engineering and SRE strategy across the organisation
Build scalable, self-service, and resilient infrastructure platforms
Drive Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD adoption, automating manual tasks
Define SLOs and optimise system performance, latency, and scalability
Lead root cause analysis and remediate technical debt
Partner with development teams to improve testing, releases, and deployments
Shape cloud and hybrid migration strategies
Ensure regulatory, audit, and security compliance
Act as senior escalation point for high-severity incidents
Identify cost and efficiency improvements; deputise for senior leadershipSkills and Experience:

Deep expertise in Microsoft Windows Server internals
Advanced knowledge of Active Directory, DNS, DHCP, LDAP, and Kerberos
Extensive experience tuning low-latency, enterprise-scale systems
Strong background in SRE, DevOps, CI/CD, and Infrastructure as Code principles
Advanced scripting and development capability (PowerShell, Python, C#)
Clustering, high-availability, replication, and disaster recovery expertise
Experience with Git, Terraform, Ansible, Jenkins, and TeamCity
Strong understanding of security hardening (CIS) within regulated environments
Deep knowledge of performance monitoring, system internals, and optimisation techniques
Experience working within financial services or other regulated industriesDesirable:

Kubernetes and Docker orchestration
Major cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP)
Nutanix HCI and VMware ESX
Enterprise databases (SQL Server, Oracle, Sybase ASE, MongoDB, Snowflake)
Enterprise monitoring tools (Splunk, Netcool)Package

Circa £110,000 + Excellent Package
London / Hybrid x3 days onsite
Flexible working consideredWindows Site Reliability Engineer | £110K | Hybrid | London

Company description:

GXO Logistics Supply Chain Inc.

Job description:

Do you thrive in a hands-on technical role supporting a wide range of technologies? Do you enjoy solving complex end-user challenges and delivering exceptional on-site support? Are you looking for a role where every day is different, with opportunities to grow and make an impact across multiple locations? If so, this could be the perfect next step for you.

As an EUC Analyst, youll be a key part of our End User Computing team, providing expert deskside and walk-up support at our Head Office in Northampton, while also supporting sites across the Southern region. Youll work across a broad technical landscape covering EUC, infrastructure, networking, and Microsoft 365 services - helping us maintain a reliable, secure, and high-performing environment.

As this is a regional role requiring significant travel to multiple sites, we are offering a company car, or car allowance, as part of the compensation package.

Pay, benefits and more:

Were looking to offer a salary of up to£38,000, and 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays). Your benefits package includes acompany car or car allowance, a company sponsored pension scheme, private medical & dental insurance, a 24/7 online GP service, life assurance and a fully comprehensive employee assistance programme.

Youll also have access to our MyBenefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, a cycle to work scheme, cashback cards, a saving scheme and much more!

What youll do on a typical day:

• Deliver hands-on deskside and walk-up support at Head Office, managing incidents through ServiceNow and ensuring an exceptional end-user experience
• Support end-user devices, meeting room technology, and VC systems, maintaining consistently high standards across all Head Office collaboration spaces
• Provide on-site LAN/WLAN support including patching, cabling, installations, and occasional UPS/battery replacements
• Manage device imaging, deployment, and refresh activities, including supporting new site implementations and local technology refresh projects
• Maintain high-quality technical documentation, contribute to ITIL-aligned processes, and provide mentoring and technical guidance to colleagues

What you need to succeed at GXO:

• Strong organisation, analytical problem-solving skills, and the ability to prioritise effectively in a busy environment
• Experience in EUC and deskside support with solid knowledge of IT infrastructure, networking (Aruba/Cisco), Windows Server, imaging, and device security (e.g., BitLocker)
• Confident support knowledge of Microsoft 365 including Teams, SharePoint, OneDrive, and Exchange
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong working relationships across IT teams, business units, third-party partners, and end users
• A professional, proactive approach with the ability to manage multiple tasks, support projects, and adapt to travel requirements across regional sites

We engineer faster, smarter, leaner supply chains.

#LI-CM1

Job Title: IS Systems Administrator
Location: Remote with travel to Hull when required
Salary: Up to £38,000 plus 5% bonus

Build resilient systems. Enable people. Drive continuous improvement.
Consortium Professional Recruitment are pleased to be working with a well established and forward thinking organisation to recruit an IS Systems Administrator. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative IT function where your technical expertise will directly support operational performance and business continuity.

Working remotely with travel to Hull when required, you will play a vital role in maintaining and enhancing core infrastructure. This IS Systems Administrator position offers hands on responsibility, exposure to a broad technology stack and the opportunity to contribute to ongoing system and service improvements.

The Opportunity:
As an IS Systems Administrator you will play a key role in:

• Acting as an escalation point for infrastructure related issues, supporting the service desk and resolving more complex technical challenges
• Managing day to day systems administration, maintenance, troubleshooting and break fix support across core infrastructure
• Monitoring system performance, completing daily, weekly and monthly checks and ensuring compliance with internal standards and industry best practice
• Supporting patching, vulnerability management, backups and restores to protect business critical systems
• Collaborating with colleagues to plan and implement improvements to systems, services and processes
• Your work will directly contribute to a secure, stable and high performing IT environment that enables teams across the business to operate effectively.

About You:
We are looking for someone who can bring:

• Proven experience in a similar IS Systems Administrator or infrastructure support role
• Strong knowledge of Windows Server 2016, 2019 and 2022, Microsoft Active Directory and Microsoft 365 including SharePoint and OneDrive
• A solid understanding of networking fundamentals, security principles, anti virus management, patching and backup processes
• Experience working with support desk and ticketing systems, with the confidence to act as a technical escalation point
• A proactive and solutions focused approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Clear communication skills, excellent timekeeping and a flexible mindset when responding to change
• Desirable experience includes PowerShell or other Microsoft scripting technologies, SQL knowledge, Citrix or Terminal Services and exposure to cloud platforms such as Azure or AWS.

The Benefits and Package:
In return, you will enjoy:

• Salary up to £38,000 plus 5% bonus
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme with 5% employer contribution and 4% employee contribution, plus 4x death in service
• Remote working with travel to Hull when required
• A supportive and inclusive culture that values development, collaboration and continuous improvement

How to Apply:
This exciting IS Systems Administrator opportunity is being managed by Consortium Professional Recruitment, a trusted recruitment partner. If you are ready to take the next step in your career and want to make a meaningful impact as an IS Systems Administrator, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your CV attached.

Consortium Professional Recruitment Ltd are a professional level recruitment consultancy specialising in the delivery of high relevance recruitment services on behalf of our clients across the UK. We regularly receive large responses to our advertising which can make providing individual feedback to every applicant challenging. If you haven t received a reply from us within 14 days of your application, we regret to say your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. We have a policy of retaining your details for future vacancies unless you request otherwise.

Onsite in Bracknell
Eligible for DV clearance
65-70k per annum + benefits package

We are seeking an experienced Security Application Architect to support the delivery and ongoing evolution of a secure Gateway capability for a strategic UK defence customer. This role combines architectural ownership, secure design governance, and operational assurance within a high-security, mission-critical environment. You’ll shape technical direction, drive change, and ensure resilient, compliant solution delivery across engineering and support teams.

What you’ll be doing;

• Own and design technical changes required to maintain and enhance Gateway capability
• Produce high-quality design documentation in collaboration with the customer and Programme Manager
• Support solution governance and architectural integrity
• Ensure ongoing availability, resilience and security compliance
• Provide architectural guidance during troubleshooting and incident resolution
• Act as a key technical interface between engineering delivery and operational support teams

Your technical background;

You will ideally be an experienced grade architect with a strong design and development background and proven experience with Gateway technologies.

Your technical knowledge should include:

Infrastructure & Platforms

• VMware / vSphere
• RHEL and Windows Server
• Trellix
• SIEM platforms

Identity & Directory Services

• Active Directory
• DNS
• LDAP
• LDIF

Gateway & Security Technologies

• Gateway appliances and associated software
• Email, Chat and File standards
• Web and Chat protocols
• XML & JSON schema
• TLS server/client certificates
• Digital file format handling

Linux & Networking

• Shell scripting
• REGEX
• Firewall technologies

What we’re looking for;

• Self-motivated and comfortable working autonomously
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills
• Able to translate customer requirements into robust, secure designs
• Confident communicator at technical and leadership levels
• Willing to travel weekly within the South / Southwest region at short notice

If you are interested in discussing this Application Security Architect role further, please reply back with a copy of your updated CV.

Onsite in Bracknell
Eligible for DV clearance
50-55K per annum + benefits package

Step into architecture while staying hands-on. We’re seeking an Application Design Engineer to support delivery of a secure Gateway solution for a major UK defence customer. This is an opportunity for a strong infrastructure/design engineer to broaden into architecture while working on mission-critical systems in a high-security environment. You’ll help implement change, maintain availability, and support operational teams within a live, complex infrastructure landscape.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Identify and implement technical changes to support Gateway capability and maintain availability
• Produce designs for change in collaboration with the customer and Programme Manager
• Work daily with the Solution Owner and Engineering Lead on technical delivery tasks
• Support SOC and 3rd Line teams in troubleshooting incidents and resolving complex issues
• Assist with configuration and ongoing support of Gateway appliances and associated platforms

Your Technical Background

You’ll bring solid hands-on experience across infrastructure and gateway environments, including:

Infrastructure

• VMware / vSphere
• RHEL & Windows Server
• Trellix
• SIEM platforms

Microsoft Stack

• Active Directory
• DNS
• RDS

Networking

• Citrix NetScaler
• Wireshark

Storage

• NetApp SAN
• NAS
• Backup technologies

Security & Gateway

• Gateway appliances and software
• PKI management applications
• Web applications and protocols

What We’re Looking For

• A proactive self-starter who can work independently and within a team
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Clear communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences
• A desire to move from engineering into architectural responsibilities
• Willingness to travel weekly within the South / Southwest at short notice

If you are interested in discussing this Application Design Engineer role further, please reply back with a copy of your updated CV.

Security Application Design Engineer

Onsite in Bracknell
Eligible for DV clearance
50-55K per annum + benefits package

Join a high-impact engineering team delivering a secure Gateway solution for a major UK defence customer. This is a hands-on Security Application Architect role where you’ll design, implement and troubleshoot mission-critical infrastructure in a live, security-sensitive environment. Working alongside senior architects and engineering leads, you’ll play a key role in maintaining availability, supporting operational teams, and driving technical change across complex systems.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Identify and implement infrastructure and application changes to support Gateway functionality and availability
• Produce detailed technical designs for change alongside the customer and Programme Manager
• Work daily with the Solution Owner and Engineering Lead to deliver engineering outcomes
• Provide technical support to SOC and 3rd Line teams, troubleshooting complex incidents
• Configure and support Gateway appliances and associated software
• Maintain high availability, resilience and security posture

Your Technical Background

You’ll bring strong hands-on experience across:

Infrastructure

• VMware / vSphere
• RHEL & Windows Server
• Trellix
• SIEM platforms

Linux & Scripting

• Shell scripting
• REGEX
• Firewall configuration

Microsoft Stack

• Active Directory
• DNS
• RDS

Applications & Protocols

• LDAP
• Email, Chat & File standards
• Web & Chat protocols
• XML & JSON schema
• LDIF
• TLS server/client certificates
• File type digital formats

Gateways

• Deployment, configuration and support of Gateway appliances and their software

What We’re Looking For

• A self-starter comfortable working independently and collaboratively
• Strong troubleshooting mindset
• Clear written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable interacting with stakeholders at all levels
• Willing and able to travel weekly within the South / Southwest at short notice

If you are interested in discussing this Application Security Design Engineer role further, please reply back with a copy of your updated CV.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced IT professional to join our IT & Systems Department. We are looking for a confident IT Project Manager to work with our DevOps team and newly formed Project Management Office to support the development, direction, and delivery of IT services covering college infrastructure, including on-premise, SaaS and cloud services across storage, network, firewalls, and management systems. What you will be doing on a daily basis, working with stakeholders, executive c-suite and IT teams to deliver critical modern systems for the business. Provide IT Project management support for all Company Core strategic projects. Technical knowledge required: Cisco networking, Firewalls, Windows Server, SQL, Database Concepts, AD, Virtualisation, Microsoft 365 / Azure, IP telephony, Power Shell, SCCM and Intune. The ideal candidate will hold Azure accreditation (AZ-900 or equivalent), Prince2 and ITIL certificated. Have a minimum of 5 years experience working in an enterprise environment as an IT Project Manager. MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB To support the delivery of critical large IT projects as part of the colleges project management office. You will be responsible for leading large projects to ensure the delivery of the business transformation strategy to modernise IT. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Define the scope, goals, deliverables and project plan with schedules for multiple projects. Estimate costs, manage budgets and correctly allocate resources. Proactively identify risks, solve technical or personnel issues, and implement contingency plans to ensure projects are successful. Act as the main point of contact, providing regular status updates, and aligning project goals with business objectives. Motivate, coach, directing and guiding cross-functional teams to deliver project deliverables. Utilize project management tooling to monitor progress and maintain comprehensive project documentation. Support service transition from project to production ensuring a support model with monitoring is in place for go live. Ensure projects are delivered to a high-standard meeting requirements, control processes and regular quality assessments. Manage and plan release schedules for deliverables as part of change control. Ensure to review any relevant legislation that could impact the project. Challenge the accepted way of working within WHC Group and encourage colleagues to think differently and innovatively. This is a full time, permanent position, based primarily at our Watford site with travel between our other sites as required (hybrid working pattern available). The closing date for applications is Friday 20th March 2026. You'll have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do so you'll be actively encouraged to upskill. You can access a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle-to-work scheme, free on-site parking, generous pension, generous holiday scheme, time off at Christmas, early finishes on a Friday and the opportunity to work from home. Connect2Employment is a trading style of Luton & Kent Commercial Services LLP - A joint venture between Luton Borough Council & Commercial Services Kent Ltd. Connect2Employment is an equal opportunities Employment Agency & Business. It positively encourages applications from all suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

3rd Line IT Support Engineer - Up to 60K - Hybrid (3 days in office) - Farrindgon, London

An exciting new opportunity has become available for a 3rd Line IT Support Engineer within a Microsoft Gold Partnered Managed Service Provider (MSP) in Farringdon. Hybrid working is available with 3 days in office.

We are looking for enthusiastic, passionate 3rd Line IT Support Engineer to join a forward thinking and growing MSP. There is ample opportunity for career progression with the company thriving and experiencing a 50% expansion over the last 18 months.

3rd Line IT Support Engineer experience:

Windows Server 2008/2012/2016
Microsoft Office 365 (Email, SharePoint, OneDrive, Compliance)
Azure Active Directory
Microsoft Intune and Auto Pilot
Microsoft SharePoint Online
Exchange2007/2010/2013/2016 Server
Active Directory, DNS, DHCP and Group Policies
Multi-Site VPN and connectivity solutions
Networking & Wi-Fi Infrastructure experience
Server Virtualisation experience
Security, 2FA & Firewalling
Backup/DR troubleshooting & management
Dell & HP hardware troubleshooting
Liaise with 3rd party suppliers ensuring faults are logged, managed and that SLAs are met
Experience working within a Managed Service Desk provider

We are not expecting the 3rd Line IT Support Engineer to have experience in all the technologies above, just a strong basis knowledge and passion to learn more!

They are a big believer in sharing thoughts and encouraging and supporting innovation and creativity. The environment is relaxed yet professional, gone are the days of a corporate rigid structure and you will be given flexibility.

You will be self motivated 3rd Line IT Support Engineer, a good communicator and have a natural desire to create an fluid environment. The successful 3rd Line IT Support Engineer should have strong problem solving abilities, organisational skills and the ability to work as part of a team.

Apply now for immediate consideration for this 3rd Line IT Support Engineer position or contact George Harvey at ITSS Recruitment for further details.

Location: Ringwood, Hampshire + non-contractual hybrid home working

Salary: £37,000 - £40,000 DoE + Benefits + Profit share (Potential £2-3k)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week

The Role

We are looking for an experienced Systems Engineer with a keen interest in building technical solutions to help us deliver outstanding service to our customers. You will consult directly with internal and external stakeholders to plan, implement and document technical solutions and assist in the transitions of solutions into live service.

Duties Include:

• Consult with internal and external stakeholders to scope, define, and refine technical requirements.
• Design, plan, document, implement and configure technical solutions in line with project needs and industry best practice.
• Produce clear and detailed technical work packages to support successful project delivery.
• Provide technical input for estimating, scoping, Statements of Work, and both normal and emergency change requests.
• Support the transition of solutions into live service, including documentation, process development, training, and knowledge transfer.
• Maintain consistent deployment practices across customers and projects.
• Identify and escalate any serious issues, risks, or non conformities promptly.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, providing clear technical insight to support planning and delivery.

Skills and Experience

• 5+ years of experience in a similar role, within large, diverse enterprise environments.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent working knowledge in IP Networking (WAN/LAN), including designing, planning, delivering, and optimising complex, distributed network solutions.
• Hands-on experience configuring and managing routers, switches, wireless solutions, and firewalls across multi vendor environments.
• Good cyber security awareness, with understanding of security best practices.
• Familiarity with Microsoft technologies such as Active Directory Domain Services, Microsoft System Center (e.g., MECM), Microsoft Azure, M365/Office 365, and Microsoft Intune (desirable).
• Operating system experience across Windows Server 2016/2019/2022 and associated technologies (Hyper V, Failover Clustering, Certificate Services, Windows Admin Center, SQL Server) (desirable).
• Knowledge of antivirus tools, including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.
• Committed to continuous learning and actively pursuing vendor certifications
• Ability to follow and produce detailed technical documentation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• High attention to detail with a proactive, ownership-driven approach.

This role is subject to a clear standard DBS check being received.

The Package:

• Company Profit Share (first £3,600 is tax free)
• 22 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service
• Birthday as additional paid leave
• Additional paid leave (dependent on company performance)
• Company sick pay policy
• Ongoing training and support
• Pension Scheme
• Private Medical Insurance including dental
• Ongoing training and support
• Fresh fruit, the occasional pizza and a posh coffee machine!

Trusted Technology Partnership

Trusted Technology Partnership has been a specialist IT Infrastructure and Support Services provider for over 25 years.

We are an Employee Ownership Trust, a growing company. We are proud winners of Best Place to Work award and overall winner of the Ringwood Business Awards 2024.

Our core services include support desk, on-site engineering, project management and delivery, storage and logistics, and technical consultancy.

We encourage progression within Trusted Technology Partnership for our colleagues, offering opportunities in other teams and departments.

Join our friendly company, where a great team and a positive culture await you.

Location: Borehamwood, WD6 1JD
Salary: £35K £45K per annum, DOE + Excellent Benefits!
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Hours: Shifts outside of our standard operating hours (8am-6pm). The Out of Hours shifts will be on a rota basis and will include weekends.
Benefits: 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, Bupa Cash plan with EAP support after 1 month service, 4% Pension contribution (matched by employee), Stock options after 1 years service, Private Health Insurance after 2 years service

At Chalkline, we re more than just a Microsoft Solutions Partner we re a people-first business!

We specialise in Modern Work and Azure Infrastructure, and hold an Advanced Specialisation in Azure Virtual Desktop, we re proud to deliver technical excellence and outstanding service to every client.

Our commitment doesn t stop at our customers. We re just as focused on our team!

If you re passionate about tech, eager to develop your skills, and thrive in a collaborative environment, Chalkline is the place to grow. We have extremely high standards in everything we do and place importance on continued technical development achieved through Microsoft accreditations.

We are now recruiting for driven and capable 2nd Line IT Support Engineer to join our close-knit team in Borehamwood.

You ll work directly with our clients across a range of cutting-edge Microsoft technologies and provide high-quality support that makes a real difference to their businesses.

You ll play a key role in solving technical challenges, mentoring 1st line engineers, and contributing to ongoing product development and innovation.

In addition to this, as our 2nd Line IT Support Engineer you will be responsible for:

• Providing excellent 2nd line technical support to our clients
• Acting as an escalation point for the 1st line support team
• Troubleshooting issues across a wide range of systems and technologies
• Working on projects involving Microsoft 365, Azure, Intune and more
• Assisting with research and development of new services and solutions

Your Experience & Skills

We re looking for someone with at least 3 5 years of experience in an IT support or systems role and strong working knowledge of:

• Microsoft 365
• Microsoft Azure
• Microsoft Entra
• Intune
• Windows Server (2016 / 2019 / 2022)
• Active Directory
• Windows networking
• Basic routing, switching, and firewall rules
• Printer support and troubleshooting

You ll also need:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A strong customer-focused attitude
• A proactive, can-do approach to problem-solving

Why Join Chalkline

• Work with the latest Microsoft technologies
• Gain industry-recognised certifications
• Be part of a friendly, supportive team that values quality and professionalism
• Receive continuous learning and development opportunities
• Make a real impact in a growing business

Plus free parking, training programmes and much more!

If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role then click on APPLY today!

No agencies please.

+6 months +

+Hybrid in London

+eDV clearance

+Inside IR35

• 650 - 700 a day

We are seeking an experienced eDV Cleared Technical Architect to design and assure secure, mission-critical infrastructure within a high-security government environment.

The Role

You will lead the production of High-Level and Low-Level Designs (HLDs/LLDs) for secure, multi-tenant platforms, ensuring alignment to Secure by Design principles and frameworks including the National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC) CAF and National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST 800-53). You’ll present at TDA, act as the infrastructure SME, and ensure all solutions are hardened to CIS/STIG standards.

Key Experience

• Modern data centre networking (Clos-fabric, BGP, ECMP, DCI, EVPN/VXLAN)
• Palo Alto firewalls and secure cross-domain architectures
• VMware private cloud, including VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF), VxRail/vSAN and NSX-T
• Secure multi-tier environments (DMZs, segmentation, high-grade crypto)
• Linux & Windows Server administration (AD, PKI, SQL)
• Docker, CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/Ansible)

Desirable

Kubernetes, Vault, Splunk, Panorama, Avi, SRM, Dell Powerscale, NVIDIA GPU, VDI (Omnissa Horizon).

This is a high-impact role shaping secure cloud and infrastructure architecture at scale.

If you hold active eDV clearance and thrive in complex, secure environments, we’d like to hear from you.

Are you a tech-savvy problem solver with a passion for customer service? Join Key Group, a market-leading financial services company, as an IT Service Desk Analyst and be part of a dynamic IT team that keeps our business running smoothly.

Key Group has been helping people unlock a better retirement since 1998. As one of the UK’s leading later-life lending specialists, we provide expert advice and innovative solutions to help customers make the most of their retirement.

Our people are at the heart of what we do, and we foster a collaborative and supportive culture where you can develop your skills and grow your career.

What You’ll Do:

• Provide 1st and 2nd line IT support via phone, email, and face-to-face interactions.
• Log and track IT issues, ensuring colleagues receive timely updates.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems efficiently across various systems.
• Collaborate with 3rd line support and external suppliers when needed.
• Assist with onboarding new starters and managing system access.
• Ensure IT security and confidentiality are upheld at all times.

What We’re Looking For:

• Strong customer service skills with excellent communication.
• Experience in Windows Server, Active Directory, MS Office, D365, remote support tools, and more.
• ITIL Foundation qualification or equivalent experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, agile environment.

Some of our benefits:

• 23 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)
• Additional holiday purchase scheme
• 1 Well-being Day
• 1 Charity Day
• Tier 1 pension (5% Employee, 8% Employer)
• Simply Health & Life Assurance
• A supportive and innovative workplace where you can thrive

If you’re ready to take the next step in your IT career, apply now and be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and career growth!

Are you an Application Support Analyst with strong Microsoft stack experience, looking to take ownership of business-critical systems?

We are working with a well-established UK construction and infrastructure group delivering major building and civil engineering projects nationwide. With a strong reputation for quality, safety and long-term partnerships, this organisation is investing in its technology function to support continued growth and operational excellence.

This role sits within a central IT team based in their Shared Service Centre in Hinckley, supporting users and systems across the wider business.

You will play a key part in the day-to-day administration, support and continuous improvement of the organisation s business applications estate. You’ll:

• Administer and support business applications running on Microsoft technologies including Azure, Windows Server, Entra, Active Directory and SQL Server
• Provide 2nd/3rd line support, ensuring incidents and service requests are seen through to resolution
• Support the installation, configuration and rollout of new applications
• Monitor applications, apply updates and security patches, and manage planned changes
• Log and present change requests at weekly change boards
• Troubleshoot technical issues and communicate solutions clearly to non-technical stakeholders
• Work closely with internal teams and external partners on BAU and project-based work

You ll ideally have experience with:

• Azure (IaaS, PaaS and SaaS)
• Windows Server, Active Directory and Entra
• SSO and networking fundamentals
• SQL Server (IaaS/PaaS environments)
• Application installation, configuration, upgrades and security patching
• Service management tools such as ServiceNow
• Change control and governance processes

The role is based in Hinckley 1 day per week with the remainder of the week WFH.
Salary: £30 000 - £35 000
Benefits: 28 days + bank holidays, private healthcare, bonus, pension, and more

If this sounds like your next role, please apply as we have interview slots available.

We are an equal opportunity recruitment company. This means we welcome applications from all suitably qualified people regardless of race, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation or age.
We are particularly invested in Neurodiversity inclusion and offer reasonable adjustments in the interview process. Reasonable adjustments are changes that we can make in the interview process if your disability puts you at a disadvantage compared with others who are not disabled. If you would benefit from a reasonable adjustment in your interview process, please call or email one of our recruiters.

Location: Greater Manchester Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per year Contract: Full-time Mon-Fri (37.50 hours per week), Permanent Benefits: Medical Cash Plan Life Assurance Discounted Gym Membership Additional Benefits

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Senior Radio Systems Engineer to join a growing communications engineering team. This role is ideal for a highly skilled radio engineer who enjoys working across system design, installation, commissioning, and technical oversight for large-scale radio communication projects across the UK and Europe.

You will act as a senior technical point of contact for customers, support the Project Management Office, and play a key role in delivering complex radio systems to the highest standards.

Key ResponsibilitiesInstallation & Commissioning

• Install cabling, mount antennas, and configure RF equipment
• Program and test Motorola systems
• Commission PMR, DMR, telemetry radio, and microwave infrastructure

Preventive Maintenance

• Carry out PPMs across multiple sites
• Complete annual inspections and corrective actions

Documentation & Reporting

• Record test results, configuration details, and asset information
• Upload reports, photos, and documentation to shared systems

Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with the PMO and Technical Lead
• Coordinate with subcontractors for installation tasks
• Provide pre-sales support including surveys, system design, and specifications
• Deliver post?sales support including customer training

Technical Duties

• Diagnose and repair radio equipment from hand portables to base stations
• Conduct full diagnostic testing using bench and portable test equipment
• Prepare H&S documentation to meet customer requirements
• Maintain high technical standards and support knowledge sharing within the team
• Participate in standby rotas when required

General Responsibilities

• Ensure all documentation is completed accurately and on time
• Adhere to Health & Safety guidelines at all times
• Identify and support revenue generating opportunities
• Carry out any additional duties as required by management

Key Outcomes

• Deliver exceptional service to all customers
• Ensure smooth handover of completed installations to the service team
• Strengthen the organisation s reputation through high quality engineering delivery

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years experience in two way radio communications
• Strong knowledge of Motorola PMR, DMR, TETRA, telemetry, or microwave systems
• Understanding of IP technologies including routing, switching, and VoIP
• Experience with DAS (active and passive), VHF/UHF, and cellular systems
• Ability to detect and resolve RF interference and intermodulation issues
• Knowledge of 2G/3G/4G in?building coverage techniques
• EMF testing and ICNIRP compliance experience
• Proven project design and project management capability
• Competent in producing H&S documentation
• Able to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Willingness to travel across the UK and Europe
• Strong communication skills and a right?first?time approach
• Full UK driving licence and valid passport
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience with LV electrical systems
• SCADA / Control & Automation knowledge
• Understanding of TCP/IP, MODBUS, Profibus, RS232
• Experience with Trbonet, Windows Server, SQL Server
• RF over Fibre experience
• Duplexer, combiner, and filter tuning
• CCNA, PASMA, HNC Electrical/Electronics

Benefits:
Competitive salary
Expenses paid
Bonus
Hybrid
Full training and development
23 days Bank Holidays
Pension
Medical Cash Plan
Life Insurance
Discounted Gym Membership
Career Development
Staff events/ incentives
Plus so much more .

How to Apply:

Send your CV to (url removed)
Or call Helen on (phone number removed)

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Cloud Applications Analyst Location: Leicestershire /Hybrid (1 day per week in our office) Salary: £30,000 £37,000 DOE

We are looking for a Cloud Applications Support Analyst to join our clients Business Applications team, supporting a suite of business critical applications running on Microsoft technologies. This a great opportunity for someone with experience in Application Support looking to become an expert. The successful candidate will be trained up to take on senior responsibilities as the team evolves over the next 12 months. You will likely be in a role such as Applications Support, Business Application Support or Cloud Apps support already.

The role You will:

• Support and maintain core business applications running on Windows Server and SQL Server
• Handle BAU incidents and requests escalated from the service desk
• Work closely with Infrastructure, Networking and Modern Workplace teams acting as the glue between them
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues involving: o Windows Server application hosting o SQL Server backed applications o Active Directory / Entra ID integration o SSO and authentication
• Support and enhance line-of-business applications such as: o Sage o Primavera P6 o Exchequer o Other traditional Windows-hosted apps
• Contribute to project work, for example: o Migrations of business critical services (e.g. enhanced file transfer platforms) o Upgrades, integrations and new application rollouts There is a mix of BAU and project work, with the expectation that you will grow to own and lead projects over time.

What we re looking for Essential:

• Experience in an IT support role (typically 2 3+ years), ideally coming up through a service desk / 2nd line route and having existing experience in supporting business critical Applications that sit on a Microsoft tech stack.
• Solid experience supporting applications on Windows Server
• Hands-on SQL Server experience (querying, troubleshooting application/database issues)
• Exposure to the Microsoft stack, including: o Windows Server o Active Directory / Entra ID o SSO / authentication concepts
• Logical understanding of how infrastructure, networking and applications fit together
• Experience working with or around projects (e.g. assisting with migrations, upgrades, deployments) Nice to have:
• Experience with any of: Sage, Primavera P6, Exchequer or similar line-of-business apps
• Exposure to Azure (IaaS / PaaS) application hosting

Who this role will suit

• Someone with existing application support experience but keen to progress into a senior role.
• A technically curious analyst who enjoys understanding how applications hang together across servers, databases, identity and networking
• Someone who wants a clear development path towards a more senior application support / cloud applications role

How to apply

Please send your CV and a short covering;

• Your experience supporting Windows Server and SQL Server based applications
• Any experience you have with AD/Entra, SSO and authentication
• Your notice period We review applications on a rolling basis and will be arranging initial video interviews shortly.

Pontoon is an employment consultancy. We put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone’s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills, and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive.

Job Title: IT Service Desk Specialist

Location: Bristol 5 days on site

Contract Type: 6 months - possibility for extension

We’re looking for an experienced IT Service Desk Specialist to join a busy Data Platforms team supporting Reporting and Analytics applications for a leading utility client.

This role will suit someone who enjoys working at the intersection of IT operations and the business - managing access, supporting applications, coordinating changes, and incidents through the service desk.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the first point of contact for incidents and service requests via JIRA/service desk
• Log, categorise, triage, and resolve tickets, escalating to 2nd line where required
• Perform daily system health checks and proactively log/manage issues
• Review weekend batch streams and backup performance, escalating exceptions
• Manage user access and security provisioning (including Active Directory updates)
• Conduct periodic access audits ensuring compliance with data governance controls
• Coordinate and implement Change Requests (CRs)
• Promote and migrate changes into Test and Production environments
• Support developers with application access, deployments, and troubleshooting
• Provide clear communication and status updates to business and IT stakeholders

Skills & Experience:

• Experience in a Service Desk/Application Support role
• Strong understanding of ITIL processes and change management
• Good knowledge of Windows-based enterprise applications
• Highly organised, process-driven, and detail-oriented
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build trusted stakeholder relationships

Tech Environment (desirable)

Windows Server | Active Directory | Oracle | SQL Server | Power BI | OBIEE | SSIS | IIS | PowerShell | VMware | JIRA

Please be advised: if you haven’t heard from us within 48 hours, then unfortunately your application has not been successful on this occasion. We may, however, keep your details on file for any suitable future vacancies and contact you accordingly.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

We are looking for an experienced 2nd Line Support Engineer to join a thriving MSP in a time of growth. They offer a genuinely fun and friendly working environment, with opportunities for progression. You are not just a number within this company.

The role is mostly on-site in Hampshire and is commutable from Portsmouth, Fareham, Southampton.

In this position you will provide 2nd Line IT Support to my clients’ growing customer base. The ideal candidate will come from an outsourced or MSP environment.

Requirements:

• 2nd Line support experience - preferably within an MSP environment
• Remote & customer facing support
• Windows Server (Apply online only)
• Active Directory, Exchange
• Hyper V
• Networking
• O365 and Azure
• VoIP experience is desirable
• ITIL Framework knowledge
• Full driving license

Your communications skills, both written and verbal, must also be exemplary. You will be working in a fast-paced environment so your organisational skills must also be strong along with the ability to prioritise your workload where required.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a company that would be able to offer further training and development along with a career path and the opportunity to grow.

Please note, as there may be some instances where you must visit customer sites - a driving license is essential.

Please apply to this advert, or email your CV direct to (url removed)

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