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Software Engineer
MASS Consultants
Corsham
In office
Junior - Mid
£50,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Software Engineer On-site, Corsham (SN13)

  • £35,000 - £50,000
  • 25 days annual leave (in addition to Bank Holidays)
  • Buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave
  • Continuous Professional development support
  • Two pension schemes to choose from
  • Life Assurance scheme up to 4 x salary
  • Private Medical & Dental Insurance+ discounts for additional family members
  • Other benefits such as Health & Wellbeing Allowance, Electric/Hybrid Car leasing scheme, Cycle to work scheme and more.

This is an opportunity to make an impact within a dedicated team that takes great pride in delivering solutions in a role of critical importance, working embedded on a client site. As a software engineer you can expect to be involved insupporting ongoing maintenance and enhancement of mission-critical simulation software, working in both Windows and Red Hat Linux environments.

The role requires contributing to a rigorous development and test cycle that maintains high customer confidence in both the software and the team maintaining it.

The successful candidate will be a confident C++/C# practitioner, ideally with an education background in STEM, with the ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment whilst liaising regularly with the customers.The role is based in-office in Wiltshire but may involve occasional travel both within and outside of UK.

Duties / Responsibilities:

  • Ability to comprehend requirement / document changes to analyse a scope of change required for a work item.
  • Design, development and maintenance of an existing code solution.
  • Testing and reviewing software applications and supporting documentation.
  • Contributing to meetings and work groups, providing domain knowledge and expertise on technical matters.
  • Collaborating within a team environment, and communicating effectively.
  • Suggesting improvements for continuous improvements.

Essentials

  • You demonstrate the qualities of an engineer and enjoy the challenge of building complex or efficient software solutions.
  • You want to apply your natural ingenuity to solve challenging engineering problems
  • You’re keen to learn new technologies and languages
  • You have a good understanding of computing fundamentals (e.g. logic, data structures) along with strong software design skills, including Object-Oriented Programming, and knowledge of version control systems such as Git/SVN
  • 2+ years experience in C# development, or another language
  • Knowledge of Visual Studio &MS Office Products
  • Mustbe eligible to work and live in the UK
  • Mustbe eligible to undergo and maintain appropriate UK government Developed Vetting security clearance

Desirables

  • Knowledge of the Red Hat Linux or other Unix based operating system

  • Competency in multiple programming languages

  • Understanding of Object-Oriented Design, and implementation of engineering algorithms

  • Knowledge of UML

  • Understanding of Requirements &Configurationmanagement

  • Experience of working in an Agile environment

Who is MASS

MASS is an independent, global technology company, trusted by highly secure organisations to provide advanced, digital services that manage data and keep information safe. With our heritage in defence, we offer robust solutions to sectors where security expertise is essential.

Wellbeing is at the core to our culture, allowingemployees to flourish and to achieve their full potential. Our people are important to us, and we take pride in our wellbeing programmes and policies that supportindividuals including, mental health first aiders and readily available support through our extensive employee assistance programme.

We work in partnership with customers, using skilled, technical experts. We think innovatively to provide tailored, agile and resilient solutions that secure advantage, so youre ready for digital transformation. MASS is an equal opportunities employer; we know that our people are smart, skilled and motivated and in return we provide a friendly workplace where everyone is valued and has the chance to make an impact.

Apply todayto see how working for MASS could work for you!

Lead Software Engineer
Stratospherec Ltd
Fareham
In office
Senior
£65,000 - £75,000
RECENTLY POSTED
+3

Lead Software Developer - Whiteley, Salary - £65000 to £75000 My client are a Financial services company based in Fareham. They are looking for a Senior/Lead Software Developer with skills in ASP.Net, MVC, and C#. My client are looking for a Tech Lead Developer with hands on experience in Microsoft Technologies, ASP.Net & MVC .NET Core and who can be hands on with coding as well as be the Technical Lead of a small development team. This role is more focused on Tech Lead, Mentoring and Software Development, than people management and team leading. This role is paying up to £75k (depending on experience) and is on-site full-time. Skills needed for this role: • 8 plus experience in C# using .NET Framework (4.8+ - ASP.NET MVC, ASP.NET Web API and Web Forms, Windows Services) • Experience in using .NET 8 (Razor, Razor Pages, Web API) • Experience in working with ORMs (Entity Framework/Entity Framework Core preferred) • Intermediate level experience using Source Control (GIT preferred) • Intermediate level experience in using and coding SQL Server, Stored Procedures and T-SQL • Experience in working in a collaborative commercial development environment • Experience with configuring Windows Server and IIS This role is 5 days a week in the office. If this sounds like it might be of interest, then please apply with your CV

Penetration Testing Consultant
Oscar Associates Limited
UK
Remote or hybrid
Mid - Senior
£65,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Role: Penetration Testing Consultant
Location: Remote (Occasional client site visits required)
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000
Active SC Clearance is a requirement

We are looking for an experienced Penetration Testing Consultant to join a growing UK-based cybersecurity consultancy, delivering high quality penetration testing services across a varied and interesting client base.

You’ll work independently across a range of testing disciplines, engaging directly with clients from scoping through to final reporting. This is a fantastic opportunity for a technically strong, client-facing penetration tester looking to work in a collaborative and forward-thinking environment. This is an urgent requirement, interviews will be undertaken ASAP.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Deliver CHECK and non-CHECK penetration testing engagements across infrastructure, web applications, mobile, cloud, and Active Directory environments
  • Support pre-sales activity through scoping and client engagement
  • Produce clear, high quality technical reports and present findings to clients
  • Maintain up to date knowledge of current threat trends, tools, and industry frameworks
  • Contribute to internal training materials and technical blog content
  • Provide guidance and support to junior team members when required

Requirements:

  • Active SC Clearance is an ABSOLUTE MUST
  • Active CSTM or CCT certification is an ABSOLUTE MUST
  • 3+ years of hands-on penetration testing experience
  • Strong knowledge of testing frameworks including OWASP
  • Proficiency with industry standard tooling such as Burp Suite, Metasploit, and Nmap
  • Experience across Linux and Windows environments
  • Scripting ability in Python, Bash, or similar
  • Knowledge of cloud environments (Azure, AWS)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with experience presenting to clients

Role: Penetration Testing Consultant
Location: Remote (Occasional client site visits required)
Salary: £55,000 - £65,000
Active SC Clearance is a requirement

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Cyber Security Engineer
HAYS
Manchester
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£55,000
RECENTLY POSTED

Cyber Security EngineerUp to £58,000 plus excellent pension and holiday entitlement
Hybrid - 2 days on site - Manchester

About the Role

I’m working with a Manchester-based public sector organisation who are seeking a cyber security engineer to work alongside security architects and project teams on exciting projects, implementations and designs.

This role comes with excellent training and progression opportunities, and is therefore a great opportunity for someone looking to take their security engineering skillset into the projects, design and architecture space.

The ideal candidate will have an understanding of architecture and secure by design principles, and will have experience implementing security controls and integrating security engineering best practices and into agile and DevOps processes.

Key Responsibilities

  • Working alongside security architects and project teams to assess designs, uncover potential risks, and integrate security best practice
  • Taking responsibility for deploying security controls across projects and operational environments
  • Configuring assets across a multi-cloud environment
  • Converting architectural designs into practical actions and processes
  • Integrating security into agile and DevSecOps processes
  • Ensuring projects and designs are secure by design, and being actively involved in creating and implementing the controls to ensure this is the case
  • Monitor emerging trends and technologies, evaluating their potential for future adoption within the security strategy.
  • Apply foundational security principles to new technologies and unconventional scenarios while enabling organisational objectives.

What We’re Looking For

  • SIEM/SOAR: Proficiency in SIEM concepts, data source integration, and creating SOAR runbooks.
  • Security Stack: Hands-on with EDR, XDR, WAF, and email security solutions.
  • Preferred Vendors: Experience with Crowdstrike, Palo Alto, and the Microsoft Defender suite is highly beneficial.
  • Emerging Tech: Awareness of AI security risks and familiarity with DevSecOps practices.
  • Infrastructure & System Security: Proficient in identifying and mitigating vulnerabilities within system hardware, software, and infrastructure components.
  • Identity & Access Management (IAM): Practical expertise in PIM, PAM, RBAC, concepts and their real-world application.
  • Network & Data Security: Proficiency in firewalls, encryption (data at rest and in transit), and how to defend against malware across enterprise services.
  • Security Architecture & Design: Ability to translate high-level architectural designs into practical, low-level technical solutions while ensuring they are ‘secure by design’.
  • Cloud & Endpoint Security: Developing expertise in cloud technologies and securing diverse platforms including Windows, Linux, and macOS.
  • M365: Experience in improving Secure Score and recommending securing products like SharePoint Online.
  • Assurance: Experience in assuring deployments met security design.

Package

  • Up to £58,000 per annum
  • 29 days annual leave excluding bank holidays
  • 21% pension
  • Career development opportunities and access to accredited qualifications
  • Additional benefits available

What to do now
If you’re interested in this opportunity, click apply and send an up-to-date copy of your CV.

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PowerShell DSC Engineer ArcGIS Enterprise Automation
Stackstudio Digital Ltd.
UK
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
Private salary
RECENTLY POSTED
+4

Role/Job Title: PowerShell DSC Engineer ArcGIS Enterprise Automation
Work Location: Wokingham
If Hybrid, how many days are required in office?: 3 days The Role We are seeking a skilled PowerShell Desired State Configuration (DSC) Engineer to automate the endtoend deployment, configuration, and management of ArcGIS Enterprise Base deployments. The candidate will build, maintain, and optimize InfrastructureasCode (IaC) automation workflows to ensure consistent, scalable, and repeatable deployments across onpremises and cloud environments. The role requires deep technical expertise, strong scripting capabilities, and handson experience with ArcGIS Enterprise components. . Key Responsibilities PowerShell DSC Automation Develop, maintain, and enhance PowerShell DSC scripts for automated deployment of ArcGIS Enterprise Base (Portal, Server, Data Store).
Create reusable DSC resources and modules for scalability and standardization.
Implement configuration management practices for lifecycle operations (install, upgrade, patching). ArcGIS Enterprise Automation Automate installation, postinstall configuration, federation, and validation of ArcGIS Enterprise components.
Build automated workflows for ArcGIS Portal initialization, content management, and security setup.
Integrate automation with enterprise systems such as load balancers, certificates, storage, and identity providers. VMSS Automation Design and implement automation workflows for ArcGIS Enterprise configuration within Azure Virtual Machine Scale Sets (VMSS).
Build DSC scripts tailored for autoscaling environments, ensuring that new VM instances automatically configure and register with ArcGIS Server sites.
Automate scaling event responses, ensuring ArcGIS Enterprise components remain fully functional and consistent across all VMSS nodes.
Optimize VMSS deployment images and custom script extensions for high availability GIS workloads. Cloud & Infrastructure Support Support automated deployments in Azure cloud environments.
Manage infrastructure provisioning scripts using Terraform.
Optimize system performance and troubleshoot deployment failures. DevOps & CI/CD Integration Integrate DSC scripts with CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps.
Implement automated testing and validation steps for deployment reliability.
Maintain version control and documentation for all automation codebases. Collaboration & Requirements Gathering Work closely with GIS architects, system admins, and clients to gather deployment requirements.
Translate customer needs into automated workflows and repeatable processes.
Provide technical expertise, guidance, and support during implementation and troubleshooting. Required Skills & Qualifications Strong handson experience with PowerShell scripting and Desired State Configuration (DSC).
Proven experience deploying and configuring ArcGIS Enterprise (Portal, Server, Data Store).
Understanding of PKI, SSL certificates, Windows Server administration, and networking basics.
Familiarity with Azure cloud platform and virtualization environments.
Experience with JSON, YAML, and configuration management concepts.
Ability to troubleshoot complex deployment issues independently.
Excellent documentation and communication skills. Preferred Skills Experience with ArcGIS Enterprise 11.x, including distributed architectures.
Exposure to automation tools: Terraform, Ansible, Chef, Puppet, or similar.
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and Git-based workflows.
Scripting experience in Python for ArcGIS automation.
Understanding of security hardening and enterprise IT best practices. Employment Details Job Type: Contractor
Experience Level: 10+
Department: GIS/Automation/DevOps

JAVA Software Engineer
Gold Group
Bedford
In office
Mid
£60/hour - £80/hour
+1

Job Title: Java Software Engineer

Location: Bedfordshire

Rate: £80 p/h - We are booking interviews in next week! Please call or email for a slot

We have a need for additional Software Engineers with Java programming skills to join the Bedfordshire Engineering team.

The Role:

So, what will you be doing as a Java Software Engineer?

The candidate will the following essential skills:

Proven and demonstrable evidence of capabilities in software engineering.

Proven and demonstrable evidence of capabilities in Java (version 11 or later) and Object Oriented Development.

Knowledge of development on various Operating Systems ( Windows 10/11, Linux).

Knowledge of DevSecOps.

Proven and demonstrable experience of working as part of an agile team on a large-scale programme.

Strong oral and written communication skills.

The following skills are desirable:

Knowledge of UML modelling for software.

Knowledge of DDS (Data Distribution Service).

Knowledge of Gradle.

Development of GIS (Geographic Information Systems) Software.

Knowledge of C# or C++.

Knowledge of GitLab.

My client is keen to get this position filled ASAP, so if you feel you have the skills and desire to provide passion and drive as the next Java Software Engineer, this is the opportunity for you!

You will be required to undergo SC clearance for this role.

So, if you are interested in joining a well-established, renowned, globally recognised organisation working with experts in their field as the next Java Software Engineer, hit that apply button now!

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Software Engineer
Copello
Portsmouth
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£60/hour - £70/hour
+2

We are building a team of Software Engineers for a consultancy supporting a company in Portsmouth.

Candidates will need active Security Clearance and to be a Sole British National

Roles will be offered outside IR35 on an initial 6-12 month contract. Anticipated that it will be a hybrid working pattern (minimum 3 days onsite)

Rates negotiable, circa £60-£70 ph Outside IR35.

The Tasks:

• Development of Software Design and UML Model for assigned tasks (candidate tasks below).
• Verification and Integration Testing of developed software
• Support to Test Events and Demonstrations

Candidate development tasks may include:
• Development of requirements, algorithms and implementation of autonomous UAV functions (e.g flight plans, low level flight)
• Integration Machine Learning models into existing UAV C2 system
• Integration of a UAV model into existing synthetic environment
• Bug fixes following verification and integration testing

Experience/Skills Required
• Experience developing SW for autonomous applications
• Experience integrating and developing Machine Learning models
• UI Design
• Algorithm development
• Requirements management in Enterprise Architect / DOORS / JIRA
• Model Based Sys Eng and SW Modelling in Enterprise Architect
• Source code management in GitLab
• Primarily C++, optionally C# (Visual Studio) & Python
• Mixture of OS environments (Real-time e.g. WindRiver, Green Hills, LynxOS, Linux, Windows)

Infrastructure Engineer
Experis
London
Hybrid
Mid
£400/day - £460/day
+6

(Apply online only) per day - Umbrella only
Dates: 23/02/2026 - 31/07/2026
Mostly remote but will need to be flexible to travel to London, Manchester and Leicester as required

  • An infrastructure operations engineer is responsible for the preparation and support of IT operations solutions and services, physical or virtual.
  • They do so according to industry and organisational best practices, standards, service requirements and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) throughout the product life cycle.
  • Create and maintain documentation.
  • Perform all routine tasks according to process and checklists.
  • Monitor infrastructure and applications services.
  • Alert and take appropriate action

Required Skills

Asset and configuration management.
Availability and capacity management.
Change Management.
Coding and scripting.
Continual service improvement.
Incident management.
Problem management.
Service management framework knowledge.
Testing.
Technical understanding

Technical skills

  • Cloud Platforms: Azure / AWS / GCP (compute, networking, IAM, storage)
  • OS & Virtualisation: Linux (RHEL/Ubuntu), Windows Server, VMware / Hyper?V
  • Automation & IaC: Terraform, Ansible, PowerShell, Bash
  • CI/CD & DevOps Tooling: Azure DevOps / GitHub Actions / Jenkins
  • Monitoring & Observability: Prometheus, Grafana, ELK/EFK, Azure Monitor
  • Networking & Security: Firewalls, Load Balancers, VPNs, Zero Trust, Identity & Access Management

All profiles will be reviewed against the required skills and experience. Due to the high number of applications we will only be able to respond to successful applicants in the first instance. We thank you for your interest and the time taken to apply!

SC Cleared Infrastructure Engineer
Experis
Farnborough
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£550/day - £650/day

Job Title: SC Cleared Infrastructure Engineer
Location: Farnborough, occasional visits to Scotland
Duration: 6 months with possible extension
Rate: Up to 650 per day via an approved umbrella company
Must be willing and eligible to go through the SC clearance process

Are you ready to be part of shaping the future? Our client, a leading organisation in defence technology and innovation, is seeking a dedicated Infrastructure Engineer to join their Farnborough team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects supporting maritime and defence initiatives, in a collaborative environment that values innovation and expertise.

What you’ll be doing:
Providing server and virtualisation support across multiple projects, ensuring seamless and secure data transfer
Leading small technical projects and supporting larger initiatives by managing a small team
Troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues within IT infrastructure
Developing technical documentation, test plans, user guides, and system integration reports
Mentoring junior colleagues and supporting their development
Managing tasks independently, with increasing complexity over time
Supporting the deployment and maintenance of backup solutions such as Veeam
Ensuring security principles are embedded within all infrastructure activities

What you’ll bring:
Hands-on experience as a 3rd line infrastructure engineer, with strong knowledge of servers and virtualisation
Broad understanding of networking and IT concepts, with a focus on security principles
Proficiency with VMware, Windows Server, backup solutions, and documentation tools
Ability to work effectively within a team and manage your own workload
A first degree in Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
Eligibility for SC clearance, with willingness to undergo vetting

This role offers hybrid working arrangements and may require travel to other sites. Join a vibrant, innovative environment where your skills will contribute to future defence solutions. If you’re passionate about infrastructure and eager to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

IT Support Engineer
TurnerFox Recruitment
Derby
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
Private salary

IT Support Engineer -1st & 2nd Line
Location: Derby -Hybrid after training -2 days from home
Salary: Negotiable dept on exp

Are you an experienced IT Support Engineer looking to develop your career in a dynamic, customer-focused environment? We’re looking for a talented 1st & 2nd Line IT Support Engineer to join our busy support team in Derby. You’ll deliver high-quality technical support across Office 365, Windows 10/11, Intune, Azure, networking, and hardware systems - ensuring users receive excellent service every time.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys troubleshooting, problem-solving, and helping people get the best out of their technology.

Key Responsibilities for the role of IT Support Engineer:

  • Provide 1st and 2nd Line IT support via phone, email, remote tools, and ticketing system.
  • Diagnose and resolve issues across hardware, software, Office 365, Windows 10/11, Intune, and Azure.
  • Troubleshoot problems related to Active Directory, group policies, and user access permissions.
  • Configure and deploy PCs, laptops, mobile devices, and peripherals.
  • Support network connectivity, printers, and shared resources.
  • Escalate complex technical issues to 3rd Line Support or external vendors where necessary.
  • Maintain detailed and accurate records using the IT ticketing system.
  • Follow IT security, data protection, and backup policies at all times.

Skills & Experience Required:

  • Proven experience in IT Support / Helpdesk / Service Desk / Technical Support (1st and 2nd Line).
    Strong working knowledge of Microsoft 365 / Office 365, Windows 10/11, Intune, and Azure AD.
    Familiar with Active Directory, Group Policy, and basic networking (DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP).
    Experience using ITSM / ticketing tools (such as Freshdesk, Zendesk, or ServiceNow).
    Excellent troubleshooting, communication, and customer service skills.
    Ability to manage multiple tickets and prioritise effectively.
    A proactive, hands-on approach with strong attention to detail.

Benefits

  • Hybrid working (after training period).
    Work with a supportive and collaborative IT team.
    Hands-on exposure to a wide range of modern technologies.
    Excellent opportunity to progress your IT career in a varied, technical environment.

Interested? Call TurnerFox Recruitment or send your CV

1st Line Service Desk Engineer
SF Recruitment
Nottingham
Hybrid
Graduate - Junior
£27,000 - £28,000

Service Desk Engineer (1st Line Support)

Nottingham (Hybrid) - with travel to Birmingham (1 day per week)
Up to £28,000

SF are exclusively working with a Nottingham-based client who is looking to add a Service Desk Engineer to their growing IT team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong 1st line support experience.

This role is primarily office based but will require travel to a Birmingham city centre office once a week to provide onsite, desk-side support to end users.

The Role
-You’ll be responsible for providing first-line technical support, managing incidents and service requests, and ensuring a smooth end-user experience across devices, systems, and meeting room technology.
-You’ll also support onsite users in Birmingham, ensuring meeting rooms, hot desks and shared spaces are fully operational, and that spare equipment stock is properly maintained.

Key Responsibilities
-Managing incidents and service requests in line with ITIL best practice
-Ensuring all tickets are handled within agreed SLAs
-Providing clear, professional communication to end users throughout the resolution process
-Delivering desk-side support and aiming for first-time fixes where possible
-Escalating more complex issues to internal teams or third parties when required
-Maintaining and contributing to the service desk knowledge base
-Supporting meeting room tech and end-user hardware onsite

What We’re Looking For
-Previous experience in a 1st Line / Service Desk role
-Strong troubleshooting skills across macOS, iOS, Windows 10 & 11
-Experience with Microsoft 365 (Exchange Online, Teams, SharePoint)
-Active Directory knowledge
-Experience with Jamf (Pro or School) is highly desirable

You’ll Also Be
-Customer-focused with a professional and friendly approach
-Organised and able to manage multiple tickets under pressure
-Detail-oriented with a strong diagnostic mindset
-Proactive and able to work independently as well as part of a team

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to build on their 1st line experience within a supportive, professional environment that offers exposure to both remote and onsite support.

If you’re interested, please apply with your latest CV or get in touch for more information.

Infrastructure Support Engineer
Roc Search Europe Limited
Wilmslow
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£40,000 - £44,000

Role: Infrastructure Support Engineer
Location: Wilmslow, Hybrid
Industry: Internal IT

We are looking for an experienced and proactive Infrastructure Support / 3rd Line Engineer to join a dynamic IT team for a growing organisation based near Wilmslow.

As part of a nationwide, rapidly expanding business, you’ll be working in a busy environment with exciting projects on the horizon, playing a key role in supporting growing IT operations and an ever-evolving IT infrastructure.

Package:

  • 44,000 dependent on experience
  • 25 Days’ Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays
  • Paid training & development programmes
  • Life Assurance scheme
  • Hybrid working model
  • Strong progression routes tailored to senior technical positions or a more leadership/management-focused path.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage Azure, Microsoft 365, and other cloud infrastructure
  • Provide group-wide IT support and resolve issues efficiently
  • Setup and troubleshoot new network infrastructure and cloud-based security solutions
  • Hands-on delivery of a wide range of migration and upgrade projects
  • Oversee security updates, patching, and network administration
  • Mentor junior team members and contribute to upcoming IT projects
  • Ensure smooth, uninterrupted IT services across all locations

What You’ll Need:

  • Strong Microsoft 365 and Azure experience
  • Windows Server and VMware (or Hyper-V) experience
  • Experience setting up and supporting firewalls, switches, and routers (or APs)
  • Skilled in Intune (or Autopilot), Defender, and PowerShell
  • Bonus: cybersecurity Intune, Defender, and European language skills
  • Experience supporting bespoke applications
  • Experience working in a busy, global environment is highly advantageous

Like what you see? Hit that apply button to be considered for initial interviews!

Senior Infrastructure & Cloud Consultant - Scunthorpe
Principal IT
Lincolnshire
Hybrid
Senior
£50,000 - £55,000

Senior Infrastructure & Cloud Consultant - 50,000/ 55,000 - Scunthorpe

Principal IT are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing Managed Service Provider in the recruitment of a Senior Infrastructure & Cloud Consultant.

This is a senior, client-facing consultancy position suited to an experienced Microsoft cloud and infrastructure specialist who thrives in complex project environments. The role will see you leading multi-site enterprise deployments, acting as a trusted technical advisor to senior stakeholders, and shaping long-term cloud strategy for key customers.

Our client delivers high-quality Microsoft-led infrastructure solutions and is seeking someone who can operate at architectural level while maintaining hands-on technical capability.

The Role

As a Senior Infrastructure & Cloud Consultant, you will:

  • Lead the technical delivery of complex, multi-phase Microsoft infrastructure and Azure cloud projects.
  • Act as the primary technical advisor for enterprise clients.
  • Design, architect, and implement secure, scalable solutions aligned to business objectives.
  • Provide escalation support for high-level technical challenges.
  • Work closely with Project Managers to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
  • Engage with C-suite stakeholders and translate technical solutions into business outcomes.
  • Mentor junior consultants and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping the technical direction of projects and influencing strategic decisions across client environments.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Delivery & Architecture

  • Design and deploy Microsoft-based solutions across Microsoft 365, Azure, Windows Server, networking, and security.
  • Lead multi-site deployments supporting 100+ user environments.
  • Conduct infrastructure assessments and site surveys.
  • Own solution architecture and provide alternative design approaches where required.
  • Ensure security, scalability, and best practice compliance.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Engage with senior client stakeholders including C-suite.
  • Provide strategic guidance and technical recommendations.
  • Communicate risks, project milestones, and business impact clearly.

Project Governance

  • Collaborate with IT Project Managers on resource planning and delivery.
  • Produce and maintain project documentation including:
  • Work plans
  • Risk assessments
  • Dependencies
  • Downtime planning
  • Technical designs
  • Push back where deliverables are not technically viable.

Continuous Improvement

  • Identify automation and tooling opportunities.
  • Improve delivery efficiency within Professional Services.
  • Contribute to product portfolio development.
  • Support knowledge sharing and mentoring initiatives.

Measurable Outcomes

  • On-time project delivery
  • Delivery within agreed budgets
  • High client satisfaction scores
  • Seamless, high-quality implementations
  • Strong documentation standards
  • Contribution to process improvement and revenue initiatives

Required Experience

  • 5+ years’ experience in an MSP or IT consultancy environment
  • Proven experience delivering complex Microsoft cloud and infrastructure projects
  • Strong background in solution architecture and enterprise environments
  • Experience working directly with senior stakeholders
  • Commercial awareness and client-facing consultancy skills

Technical Skills & Certifications

Strong expertise across:

  • Microsoft 365
  • Azure Infrastructure
  • Windows Server
  • Networking & Security best practices
  • Enterprise cloud architecture

Desirable / Expected Certifications (or equivalent experience):

  • MD-102 (Endpoint Administrator)
  • MS-102 (Microsoft 365 Administrator)
  • SC-100 (Cybersecurity Architect)
  • SC-300 (Identity & Access Administrator)
  • AZ-104 (Azure Administrator)
  • AZ-305 (Azure Infrastructure Solutions Architect)

Essential Requirements

  • Right to work in the UK
  • Full UK Driving License
  • Ability to travel to client sites when required

Who This Role Would Suit

This opportunity would suit a:

  • Senior Infrastructure Engineer stepping into a strategic consultancy role
  • Azure Architect within an MSP seeking greater ownership
  • Technical Lead who enjoys stakeholder engagement and architectural design

About the Client

Our client is a respected and growing MSP with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality Microsoft-led solutions. They pride themselves on technical excellence, professional standards, and long-term client partnerships.

They offer a collaborative environment, clear progression opportunities, and exposure to complex enterprise-level projects.

If you would like a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Principal IT.

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IT Support Engineer
IntaPeople
South Glamorgan
Hybrid
Graduate - Junior
£21/hour

IT Support Operator

Location: Cardiff Gate (2-3 days p/week in the office)
Hours: 35 hours per week (shift pattern between 8:00am 5:00pm)

The Role

An established UK organisation is looking for an IT Support Operator to join its IT Service Desk team.

You ll provide first-line technical support to internal users, ensuring IT systems run effectively and colleagues receive reliable, professional assistance. This role sits within a collaborative IT function and involves working closely with infrastructure, applications and security teams to maintain smooth day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver first-line IT support via phone, email, self-service portal and Microsoft Teams
  • Log, manage and resolve incidents and service requests through an ITSM system
  • Troubleshoot hardware, software and access-related issues
  • Support Microsoft 365 applications and Windows 11 environments
  • Configure and maintain laptops, mobile devices and peripherals
  • Create and manage user accounts and permissions (Active Directory / M365)
  • Escalate complex incidents to specialist IT teams where required
  • Maintain accurate ticket documentation and update knowledge articles
  • Promote IT security best practice and support users with guidance
  • Assist with device deployments, project work and occasional organisational events

Technology Environment

  • Windows 11
  • Microsoft 365
  • Active Directory
  • SCCM
  • Microsoft Endpoint Manager / Intune
  • Android devices
  • Remote support tools

About You

  • Experience working in an IT Service Desk or technical support role
  • Strong customer service and communication skills
  • Comfortable supporting non-technical users
  • Good troubleshooting and problem-solving ability
  • Able to manage multiple priorities in a busy support environment
  • Understanding of IT security and data protection principles

Working Arrangements

  • 35-hour working week with shifts between 8am and 5pm
  • Hybrid role but may be 5 days p/week intially in Cardiff
  • Occasional UK travel and overnight stays may be required
3rd line Infrastructure Engineer
CBSbutler Holdings Limited trading as CBSbutler
Bracknell
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£500/day

3rd Line Infrastructure Engineer

+6 months +

+Hybrid in Bracknell

+SC cleared role - Sole British nationals due to nature of the project

  • 500 - 570 a day

+Inside IR35

Skills:

+3rd Line support experience

+VMware

+Active Directory

+Powershell

+MOD experience

+Sc clearance - must be active

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage and maintain the virtualisation environment (VMWare)
  • Windows Server administration (Apply online only)
  • Advanced troubleshooting and problem resolution for complex infrastructure issues
  • Apply best practice principles to optimise service delivery and operations
  • BAU Support activities
  • Server infrastructure monitoring and lifecycle management

Your experience:

  • Experience working in a 3rd Line support role
  • Experience supporting MS Office applications
  • Active Directory & Group Policy
  • VMWare vSphere Infrastructure, VMWare Horizon
  • Microsoft System Centre (SCOM, SCCM, SCSM)
  • Trellix and/or TrendMicro Security Products
  • Veeam backup and recovery
  • PowerShell scripting for automation and data mining
  • Developing and maintaining documentation
  • MOD Experience

If you’d like to discuss this 3rd line Infrastructure Engineer role in more detail, please send your updated CV to (url removed) and we will get in touch.

PAS-X MES Application Support Analyst
Stackstudio Digital Ltd.
London
Hybrid
Mid - Senior
£400/day - £450/day

Role / Job Title:PAS-X MES Application Support Analyst L1/L2 (SaaS)Location:London - 1 day a week (but should be available when needed)The RoleManufacturing Data Management project for a global FMCG client as a Platform architect.Your Responsibilities(Up to 10, Avoid repetition)1. L1/L2 Application Support

  • Provide L1/L2 support for PAS-X MES across EU manufacturing sites
  • Act as first point of contact for MES incidents, alarms, and service requests
  • Perform incident triage, analysis, resolution, or escalation within agreed SLAs
  1. Incident & Problem Management
  • Log, manage, and resolve incidents using Pulse
  • Support deviation, investigation, and root cause analysis activities where required
  • Coordinate with PAS-X vendor (L3) for product-level or complex issues
  • Maintain complete, accurate, and auditable ticket records
  1. Change, Release & Upgrade Support
  • Support PAS-X releases, patches, and upgrades under GE HealthCare change governance
  • Perform impact assessments and support validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ as applicable)
  • Support regression testing, cutover, and post-release hypercare
  1. Manufacturing & MES Operations Support
  • Support shop-floor operations including EBR execution, weighing, dispensing, and packaging workflows
  • Support integration points with SAP and Historian related systems
  • Assist sites during critical manufacturing windows where required
  1. GxP & Compliance Support
  • Operate in compliance with GxP, data integrity, and validation requirements
  • Support audits, inspections, and compliance reviews as required
  • Ensure all incidents and changes are documented for audit readiness
  1. Stakeholder & Vendor Coordination
  • Act as operational interface between manufacturing sites, IT, QA, and PAS-X vendor
  • Provide regular status updates and participate in operational and governance calls
  1. Knowledge Management
  • Maintain MES support documentation, runbooks, and known error records
  • Support knowledge transfer and stabilization activities across regions

Your ProfileEssential Skills / Knowledge / Experience

  1. 5 10 years of experience supporting MES platforms (KOERBER PAS-X preferred)
    Hands-on experience with PAS-X MES in regulated manufacturing environments
  2. Strong understanding of EBR, shop-floor processes, and MES integrations
  3. Experience supporting SaaS / platform-based MES solutions
  4. Strong understanding of ITIL-based incident, problem, and change management
  5. Experience working with EU manufacturing sites and QA teams

Desirable Skills / Knowledge / Experience

  1. Experience in pharma or life sciences manufacturing
  2. Exposure to SAP, Historian, LIMS, and automation systems
  3. Experience supporting PAS-X packaging and process lines
  4. Experience with ITSM tools such as ServiceNow or Jira
Network and Security Specialist
VIQU IT
London
In office
Mid - Senior
Private salary

London (Moorgate) Onsite Permanent
Competitive Salary

VIQU have partnered with a global trading organisation looking to hire a Network and Security Specialist to take ownership of network and cyber security across a critical London-based environment. This is a hands-on, technically led role where the Network and Security Specialist will be responsible for protecting systems, ensuring high availability, and strengthening security posture while supporting day-to-day operations and future growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, implement, and maintain secure network and security infrastructure to meet current and future business needs.
• Own the full network and security lifecycle, maintaining uptime close to 99.99%.
• Monitor, investigate, and respond to security incidents using SIEM tools, Sophos MDR, and threat-hunting techniques.
• Configure and manage firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS, web and email security solutions.
• Maintain high patching and vulnerability remediation standards, including CVE management.
• Coordinate annual third-party penetration testing and lead remediation based on risk and CVSS scoring.
• Investigate cyber incidents, perform forensic analysis, and implement rapid mitigation actions.
• Maintain and upgrade network switches, routers, and security devices.
• Define, maintain, and enforce security policies, disaster recovery plans, and contingency procedures.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and Jira tickets.
• Support infrastructure and service desk teams when required and actively upskill IT colleagues.
• Manage suppliers, carriers, SLAs, and assist with IT budget tracking and spend control.

Key Requirements:

• Expert knowledge of Checkpoint firewalls, Cisco routers and switches, and Cisco ISE.
• Strong experience with Zscaler Internet Access, Zscaler Private Access, Splunk, and enterprise SIEM tooling.
• Proven background in network security, threat prevention, and incident response.
• Cisco CCNA and CCNP certifications.
• Experience with data centre colocation and vendor/carrier management.
• Strong PowerShell and scripting capabilities.
• Experience across Windows Server and Linux environments, Active Directory, Exchange (on-prem), VMware, VxRail, Rubrik, and RecoverPoint.
• Excellent communication skills with a flexible, hands-on approach and strong attention to detail.

Network and Security Specialist
London (Moorgate) Onsite Permanent
Competitive Salary

Apply today to speak with VIQU in confidence or contact Belle Hegarty via the VIQU website
Know someone exceptional for this position? Refer them and receive up to £1,000 if successful (terms apply).
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IT Support Engineer
VIQU IT
Manchester
In office
Junior - Mid
£180/day - £200/day

IT Support Engineer Manchester 6 months My client is looking for an IT Support Engineer to manage BAU workload and provide 1st and 2nd line support. The ideal candidate will be personable with a professional passion for providing high quality IT support services. Key responsibilities of the IT Support Engineer: - Provide 1st and 2nd line support to end users across hardware, software, Infrastructure and network. - Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to M365, Active Directory and Windows 11. - Diagnose and resolve network connectivity and troubleshooting issues. - Contribute to technology updates and develop ITIL best practices. - Providing support with additional IT projects. IT Support Engineer Experience/Technologies: - Understanding of Windows 10/11 operating system Administration and support - Microsoft Stack including Office 365 and Intune Administration and support - Active Directory Administration and management - Using ticketing system to respond to portal requests User support - Communication and interpersonal skills. The successful IT Support Engineer candidate will be commutable 5 days a week to Manchester. *Apply now to speak with VIQU IT in confidence. Or reach out to Matt Farrell via the VIQU IT website.* *Do you know someone great? We ll thank you with up to £1,000 if your referral is successful (terms apply).* *For more exciting roles and opportunities like this, please follow us on IT Recruitment*

Software Developer
Tec Partners
Great Yarmouth
Hybrid
Junior - Mid
£30,000 - £40,000
+3

Role: Software Developer

Location: Great Yarmouth - Hybrid

Salary: Up to 40,000 DOE

I’m proud to be recruiting for a well-established software company at the forefront of retail technology, as they look to welcome a Software Developer to their growing team.

This hybrid role requires one day a week onsite and offers the chance to work on a cutting-edge, industry-leading software platform used by major retail clients across the UK and beyond.

You’ll be a well-rounded developer with 2+ years’ commercial experience, confident across both front- and back-end technologies. Technical requirements include:

  • Strong programming skills in C#, VB.NET, and ASP.NET Web Forms
  • Experience using .NET Core
  • Solid understanding of object-oriented programming and N-Tier architecture
  • Experience with SQL Server - including database design, security, backups, performance tuning
  • UI development experience using:
  • WPF (for desktop apps)
  • Or HTML/CSS/JavaScript/jQuery (for web apps)
  • Familiarity with source control tools (TFS, Git)
  • Comfortable working within Agile environments
  • Exposure to cloud platforms (IaaS and PaaS) and Windows Server/IIS setup
  • Confident with tools like Visual Studio, DevOps, and Jira

This is a hands-on role with the chance to mentor junior developers and take ownership of key projects. The position is full-time (40 hrs/week), with flexible hybrid working (Thursdays onsite).

Interested? Apply now or get in touch with Fintan at TEC Partners for a confidential conversation.

Software Test Engineer
Tec Partners
London
In office
Junior - Mid
£45,000 - £55,000

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: North London

Salary: 45,000 - 55,000

Employment Type: Permanent

Opportunity Overview

A leading technology and engineering company specialising in defence systems is seeking a Software Test Engineer to join its growing software engineering team. This position plays a key role in building, testing, and maintaining high-quality software solutions that support a range of mission-critical products and services.

This role would suit someone with a solid technical foundation, a collaborative approach, and a keen eye for detail who is looking to develop their skills within a complex engineering environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Build and test software to support core products and internal systems
  • Produce and maintain software build and test specifications
  • Work collaboratively across teams to improve the testability and quality of software
  • Liaise with internal stakeholders, customers, and technical partners on software-related matters
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of testing processes and practices
  • Undertake additional project or testing tasks as required by management

Essential Skills and Experience

  • Technical background with a strong understanding of the software engineering lifecycle, particularly test and integration
  • At least 1 year of practical experience testing software for PCs running Windows
  • Experience writing test plans, specifications, and reports
  • Knowledge of scripting or programming languages to assist with automated testing and builds
  • Strong communication skills and proficiency in MS Office

Desirable Skills

  • Experience in building software and software installers
  • Previous work in a technical or engineering organisation

Qualifications

  • Degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline (or equivalent experience)

Personal Attributes

  • A proactive team player with strong attention to detail
  • Able to work independently while contributing to a wider technical team
  • Flexible, professional, and comfortable engaging with colleagues and clients at all levels

How to Apply

If you’re interested in applying your technical and testing skills to innovative engineering projects, please submit your CV or contact Christian at TEC Partners for more information.

2nd Line Support
Talent-UK Ltd
Yorkshire
In office
Junior - Mid
£30,000 - £45,000

Talent-UK are recruiting on behalf of their client for a 2nd line support position on a full time, permanent basis to join their team in Wakefield. The role us working Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm and is fully office based

Experience required

  • ERP business application support
  • Backend Database (SQL) - Creating queries to view data from various data tables
  • Apps are Windows based Desktop application/browser based,
  • Customer facing web portal and sales application for reps/merchandisers iOS/Android
  • Experience dealing with owners/keyholders/management
  • A good IT background dealing with servers/windows devices/registry modifications

Desirable

  • Stimulsoft report software or experience in report creation such as Crystal Reports
  • Backend Database (SQL) - Stored procedure, view creation, updating data tables
  • Experience with Windows Server/IIS

This vacancy is advertised on behalf of Talent-UK Ltd who are operating as an employment agency/business, we are an equal opportunities employer, Your application will be sent to us for review, at which stage we will be in touch to discuss your details further. We will not submit your CV until you have been briefed on the position and we have your consent to do so.

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