Entity:

Technology

Job Family Group:

IT&S Group

Job Description:

Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner!

About the role:

The Cyber Security Incident Response Specialist would be member of CSIRT, part of Counter Threat & Engineering (CT&E) function, responding to cyber threats and security incidents globally. The team operates out of bp hubs in Houston (U.S), Sunbury (U.K), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Pune (India), and Singapore. The Security Operations Center (SOC) raises incidents to CSIRT, which responds to the incidents by conducting investigations using digital forensics, advanced techniques, and collaborating across bp. Team members must understand bp’s business segments and address a broad range of security-related questions. You will help ensure enterprise security, enabling safe and secure business operations as part of this global team.

The CSIRT is part of our wider CT&E team that is responsible for protecting bp against cyber threats. This role also requires you to be on an on-call Rota few times throughout the year.

What you will deliver:

• Support the bp SOC as an escalation point for security events and incidents.
• Conduct digital forensic investigations on high-priority incidents to include functions such as host (disk and memory) forensics, network forensics and log analysis.
• Work across Digital Security and the bp business functions to partner on incidents and to ensure all appropriate actions are being taken and communicated.
• Conduct advanced threat hunting by using threat intelligence and the MITRE ATT&CK framework to proactively identify suspicious activity in the environment.
• Ensure data accuracy within the case management system and others.
• When not actively responding to incidents, other key responsibilities within the role include development of documentation and processes such as playbooks, refining your skills through training opportunities and identifying and enhancing the capabilities of the team by developing opportunities for automation (i.e., custom scripts and tool integration).

What you will need to be successful:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree (e.g., Information Security, Cyber Security, Network Security, Information Assurance, Information Technology, Computer Science) or equivalent experience and/or qualifications.

• Experience with attacker tactics, techniques and procedures (TTP’s).

• Knowledge of both Windows and Linux operating systems to conduct host-based forensics and analysis.

• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure.

• Experience with many different types of log sources such as firewall, web and database to identify anomalous activity.

• Understand network communications and protocols.

• Experience and deep knowledge of SIEM, EDR and other core cyber toolsets.

• Strong problem-solving skills as applied to technical solutions.

• Sound technical knowledge of security as applied to IT/OT networks, systems, and applications.

• Ability to communicate effectively and document investigative findings in a clear and concise manner.

Leadership and EQ

• You embrace a culture of change and agility, evolving continuously, adapting to our changing world.

• You are an effective teammate, looking beyond your own area/organizational boundaries to consider the bigger picture and/or perspective of others, while understanding cultural differences.
• You continually enhance your self-awareness and seek input from others on your impact and effectiveness.
• Well organized, you balance proactive and reactive approaches and multiple priorities to complete tasks on time.
• You apply judgment and common sense – you use insight and good judgment to inform actions and respond to situations as they arise.
• You align with BP’s Code of Conduct and demonstrate strong leadership through BP’s Leadership Expectations and Values & Behaviours.

Desirable criteria

• COMPTIA Security+ / CYSA+ CASP+
• SANS Certification GSOC; GCIH; GCFA; GCFE; GCFR
• CISSP Certification and accreditation
• Certified Ethical Hacker – CEH
• Cisco Certifications (CCNA or similar)

Why join us?

At bp, we support our people to grow in a diverse and exciting environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity.

There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, excellent retirement benefits, among others!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Reinvent your career as you help our business meet the challenges of the future. Apply now!

Travel Requirement

No travel is expected with this roleThis role is not eligible for relocationThis position is a hybrid of office/remote workingAutomation system digital security, Client Counseling, Conformance review, Digital Forensics, Incident management, incident investigation and response, Information Assurance, Information Security, Information security behaviour change, Intrusion detection and analysis, Legal and regulatory environment and compliance, Risk Management, Secure development, Security administration, Security architecture, Security evaluation and functionality testing, Solution Architecture, Stakeholder Management, Supplier security management, Technical specialism

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

Number of Positions: 1

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Hours: 37

Salary: £50,011 - £54,189 (inclusive of local weighting)

Job Category: Transformation

Location: Hertford

Reference: eastherts/TP/2369/157

Are you a detailed, focused and technically minded person who enjoys a performance-based environment?

We are looking for someone like you to join our team! If we are a good fit for you, you will have the opportunity to work on a wide range of projects, including the expansion and development of the council’s Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system.

What will you be doing?

• Developing effective digital solutions, including electronic forms (e-forms), workflows and integrations using a combination of off-the-shelf, software-as-a-service, open-source, and custom-built software
• Ensuring that developments are current, fit for purpose, aligned to the councils strategy and follow good practice, including full specification, documentation, prototyping and relevant testing as appropriate
• Developing integrations including Extract, Load, Transform (ELT / data conversion) between various inhouse and 3rd party systems, using a number of techniques, e.g. RESTful, SOAP, XML, JSON, CSV, and SQL Databases
• Acting as a general-purpose database administrator (DBA) to ensure that database systems are secure, patched, maintained, tuned and managed so that applications have ongoing, uninterrupted access to data

About you

As an ideal candidate, you will have:

• Excellent keyboard skills and use of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office suite of programmes
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a C# programmer or developer
• Demonstrable experience of developing applications using technology stacks ASP.NET/.Net Framework/.Net 6-8, Blazor, MAUI, WPF, WinForms
• Demonstrable experience of writing API / Interfaces between inhouse and 3rd party software applications
• Knowledge of other coding & scripting languages (PHP, C+, Java, JavaScript, VBA, Visual Basic, PowerShell)
• Knowledge and practical experience in designing and developing secure applications and processes to protect sensitive data and systems

What can we offer you?

• Opportunities for growth and cross-department working, learning new skills and service areas
• 26 - 29 days annual leave, rising to 34 days with 5 years’ local government service
• Usage of our e-fleet during business hours for business-related visits
• Employee well-being programme
• Employee events group
• Regular opportunities to socialise with other teams within the council
• Flexible working arrangements, including flexitime
• Up to 50% working from home for eligible posts
• Free parking in our offices and select council owned car parks during business hours
• Access to wellbeing and occupational health schemes, such as the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Local Government pension scheme
• Discounts at council-owned leisure centres
• Opportunity to network with colleagues across councils in Hertfordshire and the East of England
• Professional environment where your career path really matters and your development is supported by the organisation

How to apply

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact James Ellis, Director for Legal, Policy and Governance. Contact details are available via the apply button.

Closing date: 13th March 2026 at Midnight.

Interviews will be held the week commencing 16th March 2026.

We, as a council, are ambitious. To find out more about our ambitions and what its like working at East Herts, hear from our employees on our careers site.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, valuing diversity and maintaining a firm commitment to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. We believe that creating inclusive environments leads to stronger collaboration and better outcomes in our work.

Find out more about our disability confident scheme on our website.

Azure Cloud Engineer (SC Cleared)

London (Hybrid)

6 Month Contract

to £550/day-£600/day (Inside IR35)

Azure Cloud Infrastructure Engineer needed with active SC Security Clearance, AZURE Terraform code.

6 Month Contract based in Central London (Hybrid). Start ASAP in March 2026.

Hybrid Working - 2 days/week remote (WFH), and 3 days/week working on-site from the London office.

A chance to work with a leading global IT and Digital transformation business specialising in Government projects:

• Experienced Azure Cloud Engineer required to support cloud transformation programme.
• Must have in-depth experienced in AZURE Terraform code, GitHub Actions, implementation of both CI/CD. Hands-on experience in Software Development. Experience implementing or maintaining a CI/CD pipeline using Github Actions, Terraform, and Azure.
• Good working knowledge of PowerShell, SQL of the installation and configuration of Windows based systems.
• Provide automated testing as you develop and Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience of Agile methods, Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipeline maintenance + automation scripting, also strongly preferred.
• Ability to plan, schedule and manage a demanding workload. Experienced in mentoring and training junior engineers.
• Desirable: Experience implementing or maintaining a CI/CD pipeline using Github Actions, Terraform, and Azure.
• Azure Monitoring. Software development experience using C# and SQL Server. Packer, Kubernetes, AKS, Flux or Helm
• Banking / Financial Services domain experience preferred.
• Must hold active SC Security Clearance used on a project within the past 12 Months.

Azure Cloud Engineer (SC Cleared)

London (Hybrid)

6 Month Contract

to £550/day-£600/day (Inside IR35)

Azure Cloud Infrastructure Engineer needed with active SC Security Clearance , AZURE Terraform code .

6 Month Contract based in Central London (Hybrid). Start ASAP in March 2026.

Hybrid Working - 2 days/week remote (WFH), and 3 days/week working on-site from the London office.

A chance to work with a leading global IT and Digital transformation business specialising in Government projects:

Experienced Azure Cloud Engineer required to support cloud transformation programme .

Must have in-depth experienced in AZURE Terraform code , GitHub Actions , implementation of both CI/CD. Hands-on experience in Software Development. Experience implementing or maintaining a CI/CD pipeline using Github Actions, Terraform, and Azure.

Good working knowledge of PowerShell, SQL of the installation and configuration of Windows based systems.

Provide automated testing as you develop and Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Experience of Agile methods, Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipeline maintenance + automation scripting, also strongly preferred.

Ability to plan, schedule and manage a demanding workload. Experienced in mentoring and training junior engineers.

Desirable: Experience implementing or maintaining a CI/CD pipeline using Github Actions, Terraform, and Azure.

Azure Monitoring. Software development experience using C# and SQL Server. Packer, Kubernetes, AKS, Flux or Helm

Banking / Financial Services domain experience preferred.

Must hold active SC Security Clearance used on a project within the past 12 Months.

TPBN1_UKTJ

Head of ITRedhill, Surrey5 days per week in the office

Head of IT needed for a leading organisation based in Redhill, Surrey, who are looking to employ an experienced Head of IT as part of their technology transformation with in-depth knowledge of Microsoft stack and hybrid/Cloud technologies (MS 365, Azure, Active Directory, SQL server, Entra), Virtualization technologies and networking (Cisco, Juniper), Windows Server, Network security, End User device management, project management, implementing ISO Standards (ISO27001, ISO9001).

Responsible for the maintenance and gradual migration of legacy systems (e.g. databases, applications, file storage, etc.) from on-premise to a new Cloud/Hybrid architectures.

This is both hand-on and a management position across multiple sites.

The role requires 5 days per week in the Redhill office.

Salary: c£80,000 - £85,000 per annum 25 day’s holiday Pension Plan Flexible working hours

Some of the main duties of the Head of IT will include:

Maintenance of legacy on-premise/hybrid systems, with eventual migration to new Cloud architectures Regularly examine the organisation’s information security risks, taking account of the threats, vulnerabilities, and potential impacts Develop and maintain recovery plans to address equipment, power, or security failure to ensure preservation of technology, data and business continuity Design and implement a comprehensive suite of information security controls and risk mitigations Monitor online security and take appropriate steps to address security breaches if necessary Coordinate training/on-boarding for new technology users and help them become familiar with equipment, networks and systems Organise and engage in support, troubleshooting, and repair of systems and infrastructure Manage departmental budget and track spending on equipment, licences and staff

In order to be the successful Head of IT and have a chance to gain such an exciting opportunity you will ideally need to have the following:

Proven experience in transforming traditional IT support structures Proficiency in Windows Server operating system Skilled in virtualization technologies and networking (e.g. Cisco, Juniper) Strong knowledge of Microsoft stack and Hybrid/Cloud technologies (e.g. MS365, Azure, Active Directory, SQL Server, Entra, etc.) Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices and tools Demonstrated success in establishing and implementing support processes and standards Experience with budget development

This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Head of IT to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don’t miss out!

Services advertised by Gold Group are those of an Agency and/or an Employment Business.We will contact you within the next 14 days if you are selected for interview. For a copy of our privacy policy please visit our website.

Entity:

Technology

Job Family Group:

IT&S Group

Job Description:

Our purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has focused on discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with an integrated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner!

About the role:

The Cyber Security Incident Response Specialist would be member of CSIRT, part of Counter Threat & Engineering (CT&E) function, responding to cyber threats and security incidents globally. The team operates out of bp hubs in Houston (U.S), Sunbury (U.K), Kuala Lumpur (Malaysia), Pune (India), and Singapore. The Security Operations Center (SOC) raises incidents to CSIRT, which responds to the incidents by conducting investigations using digital forensics, advanced techniques, and collaborating across bp. Team members must understand bps business segments and address a broad range of security-related questions. You will help ensure enterprise security, enabling safe and secure business operations as part of this global team.

The CSIRT is part of our wider CT&E team that is responsible for protecting bp against cyber threats. This role also requires you to be on an on-call Rota few times throughout the year.

What you will deliver:

• Support the bp SOC as an escalation point for security events and incidents.
• Conduct digital forensic investigations on high-priority incidents to include functions such as host (disk and memory) forensics, network forensics and log analysis.
• Work across Digital Security and the bp business functions to partner on incidents and to ensure all appropriate actions are being taken and communicated.
• Conduct advanced threat hunting by using threat intelligence and the MITRE ATT&CK framework to proactively identify suspicious activity in the environment.
• Ensure data accuracy within the case management system and others.
• When not actively responding to incidents, other key responsibilities within the role include development of documentation and processes such as playbooks, refining your skills through training opportunities and identifying and enhancing the capabilities of the team by developing opportunities for automation (i.e., custom scripts and tool integration).

What you will need to be successful:

• Bachelor’s or Masters degree (e.g., Information Security, Cyber Security, Network Security, Information Assurance, Information Technology, Computer Science) or equivalent experience and/or qualifications.

• Experience with attacker tactics, techniques and procedures (TTPs).

• Knowledge of both Windows and Linux operating systems to conduct host-based forensics and analysis.

• Knowledge of cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure.

• Experience with many different types of log sources such as firewall, web and database to identify anomalous activity.

• Understand network communications and protocols.

• Experience and deep knowledge of SIEM, EDR and other core cyber toolsets.

• Strong problem-solving skills as applied to technical solutions.

• Sound technical knowledge of security as applied to IT/OT networks, systems, and applications.

• Ability to communicate effectively and document investigative findings in a clear and concise manner.

Leadership and EQ

• You embrace a culture of change and agility, evolving continuously, adapting to our changing world.

• You are an effective teammate, looking beyond your own area/organizational boundaries to consider the bigger picture and/or perspective of others, while understanding cultural differences.
• You continually enhance your self-awareness and seek input from others on your impact and effectiveness.
• Well organized, you balance proactive and reactive approaches and multiple priorities to complete tasks on time.
• You apply judgment and common sense you use insight and good judgment to inform actions and respond to situations as they arise.
• You align with BP’s Code of Conduct and demonstrate strong leadership through BP’s Leadership Expectations and Values & Behaviours.

Desirable criteria

• COMPTIA Security+ / CYSA+ CASP+
• SANS Certification GSOC; GCIH; GCFA; GCFE; GCFR
• CISSP Certification and accreditation
• Certified Ethical Hacker CEH
• Cisco Certifications (CCNA or similar)

Why join us?

At bp, we support our people to grow in a diverse and exciting environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity.

There are many aspects of our employees lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, a generous paid parental leave policy, excellent retirement benefits, among others!

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Reinvent your career as you help our business meet the challenges of the future.Apply now!

Travel Requirement

No travel is expected with this role

Relocation Assistance:

This role is not eligible for relocation

Remote Type:

This position is a hybrid of office/remote working

Skills:

Automation system digital security, Client Counseling, Conformance review, Digital Forensics, Incident management, incident investigation and response, Information Assurance, Information Security, Information security behaviour change, Intrusion detection and analysis, Legal and regulatory environment and compliance, Risk Management, Secure development, Security administration, Security architecture, Security evaluation and functionality testing, Solution Architecture, Stakeholder Management, Supplier security management, Technical specialism

Legal Disclaimer:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, socioeconomic status, neurodiversity/neurocognitive functioning, veteran status or disability status.Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bps recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process,pleasecontact us.

If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.

SQL Server DBA (SC Cleared)

London (Hybrid)

6 Month Contract

to £350/day-£400/day (Inside IR35)

SQL Server DBA needed with active SC Security Clearance, SQL Server databases.

6 Month Contract based in Central London (Hybrid). Start ASAP in March 2026.

Hybrid Working - 2 days/week remote (WFH), and 3 days/week working on-site from the London office.

A chance to work with a leading global IT and Digital transformation business specialising in Government projects:

• Experienced SQL Server DBA or similar role, Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO)
• Must have in-depth experienced, Manage SQL Server databases, Configure and maintain database servers and processes, Backups, restores and recovery models.
• High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for SQL Server and experience with Windows server, including Active Directory
• Monitor system’s health and performance, including ensure high levels of performance, availability, sustainability and security
• Analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time and Refine and automate regular processes, track issues, and document changes
• Assist developers with query tuning and schema refinement
• Provide 24×7 support for critical production systems
• Perform scheduled maintenance and support release deployment activities after hours
• MCTS, MCITP, and/or MVP certifications a plus
• Banking / Financial Services domain experience preferred.
• Must hold active SC Security Clearance used on a project within the past 12 Months.

(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!

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

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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

5. 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

6. 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

7. 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

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
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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.

Full-Time | 37 hours per week

Location: 5 day onsite at St Albans

Salary: £39,152-£41,771 + 27 days holiday plus bank holidays

We’re seeking a proactive and technically strong IT Team Leader to oversee multi-site IT operations and ensure the smooth running of essential systems within a busy school environment.

About the Role

You’ll lead the day-to-day performance of IT services across both primary and secondary school settings, ensuring systems are resilient, reliable, and fit for purpose. Acting as the senior technical escalation point, you’ll play a pivotal role in maintaining infrastructure, supporting key school activities, and driving service improvements.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily IT operations and ensure excellent service delivery
• Manage incidents, service requests, and major issue resolution
• Communicate effectively with senior stakeholders during disruptions
• Provide technical leadership across networks, systems, and end-user devices
• Support and maintain a wide range of technologies including PCs, Apple devices, printers, displays, telephony, and network infrastructure
• Proactively monitor alerts and resolve issues (eg, Firewalls, backups, email quarantines)
• Liaise with third-party suppliers to ensure timely issue resolution
• Line manage IT Technician(s), including supervision, workload allocation, and professional development
• Lead and support local IT projects from conception to completion
• Maintain clear and accurate operational documentation
• Contribute to ongoing improvement of IT systems, processes, and service delivery

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience managing IT support staff or technicians
• Strong technical capability across enterprise IT environments
• Ability to resolve complex technical issues and act as a senior escalation point
• Knowledge of Microsoft Server, Active Directory, Windows, Apple OS, networking, backups, wireless, certificates, endpoint management, and Microsoft 365/Entra
• Experience working in environments with SLAs or high operational expectations
• Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work under pressure and make sound decisions
• Customer-focused, professional, and calm when handling complex issues
• Experience with iOS devices is an advantage
• Experience with virtualisation, disaster recovery, and business continuity is desirable
• Must be able to drive to visit other sites

Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Excellent opportunity for a Senior Software Developer to play a key role in architecting, developing, and enhancing our clients in-house trading and research systems.

This is an opportunity to work on greenfield projects, influence architectural decisions, and directly impact systems that support real-world trading strategies. As a senior member of the team, you will contribute both technically and strategically, helping shape development standards, performance optimisation, and system scalability.

You will primarily work within a C# / .NET / SQL Server / ASP.NET ecosystem, developing high-performance, reliable, and maintainable applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance applications in C# and .NET
• Lead architectural discussions and contribute to technical direction
• Build scalable, reliable systems to support automated trading and research
• Develop and optimise database solutions (SQL Server or equivalent)
• Improve performance, reliability, and automation across systems
• Mentor junior developers and promote best engineering practices
• Participate in code reviews and enforce high standards of quality
• Collaborate closely with researchers and traders to translate requirements into robust software solutions
• Contribute to continuous improvement of development processes and tooling

Required Skills & Experience

• BSc (or higher) in Computer Science or a related scientific discipline
• Strong recent experience with C# and the latest .NET platform
• 5+ years of professional software development experience
• Solid experience with SQL Server, Oracle, or equivalent relational databases
• Strong understanding of object-oriented design principles and software architecture
• Experience building production-grade, scalable systems
• Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and a thorough, analytical mindset

Desirable

• Experience in multi-threaded and concurrent application development
• Network programming experience (TCP/UDP)
• Experience with distributed version control systems (Git)
• Strong understanding of Windows technologies
• Exposure to financial markets or trading systems

Spectrum IT Recruitment (South) Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

3rd Line Microsoft Engineer

Location: Belgravia, London (5x days onsite per week)

Day Rate: 270.00 per day

Length: 3 months

About the Role

We’re looking for a highly skilled 3rd Line Microsoft Engineer to join our growing IT & Cloud Services team. This is a hands-on technical role where you’ll act as an escalation point for complex issues, drive Microsoft cloud adoption, and help enhance our modern workplace environment. You’ll play a key part in supporting, securing, and optimising our Microsoft ecosystem - with a strong focus on Entra ID, Intune, PowerShell, Azure services, and email security (Mimecast).

What You’ll Be Doing

• Acting as a senior escalation point for 2nd Line teams and resolving complex Microsoft-related incidents.
• Administering, managing, and troubleshooting Entra ID (Azure AD) including conditional access, identity protection, authentication and SSO.
• Creating, deploying, and managing Intune policies, configuration profiles, compliance policies, and application deployments.
• Developing and maintaining PowerShell scripts to automate tasks and improve service efficiency.
• Supporting and administering Mimecast including policies, mail flow, security setups, impersonation protection and overall email continuity.
• Managing Windows 10/11, Microsoft 365, Exchange Online and related cloud services.
• Participating in project work such as cloud migrations, security uplift programmes, and endpoint modernisation.
• Ensuring systems follow security best practices and compliance standards.
• Documenting solutions, creating runbooks, and contributing to continuous improvement.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong background in 3rd Line / Senior Support roles
• Deep knowledge of Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Azure AD, and modern identity/security
• Hands-on experience building and configuring policies in Microsoft Intune
• Solid PowerShell scripting skills
• Experience supporting and configuring Mimecast
• Strong understanding of Windows client OS, device management, Exchange Online, and cloud security

ECS Recruitment Group Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Are you an experienced Messaging Engineer who enjoys supporting the delivery, maintenance and enhancement of platforms and services in a demanding messaging environment?

We have a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Messaging Engineer to join a global professional services organisation for a 12 month initial fixed term contract. In this role you will play a key part in ensuring the stability, performance and future development of our clients messaging infrastructure as well as providing expert technical support and guidance across the business.

The role will involve:

• Evaluating new messaging systems and technologies to save time, increase service levels and reduce costs
• Contributing to assigned projects to support delivery of new messaging services to the business
• Providing support to users on software platforms supported by the Messaging team
• Resolving incidents relating to messaging services in accordance with the Messaging Service Level Agreement and escalating where appropriate
• Being a technical escalation contact for enquiries and issues related to messaging services from users, more junior team members and Service Desk and desk-side support teams
• Performing preventative maintenance
• Maintaining inventory information and complying with software licensing agreements

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven background working as a Messaging Engineer within large scale environments
• Strong experience with Microsoft Exchange 2019/SE and Exchange Online
• In-depth experience of Windows Server and Active Directory
• Familiarity with cloud-based email filtering services such as Microsoft Exchange Online Protection
• Ability to write PowerShell scripts to automate system administration tasks is desirable
• Good understanding of the principles of email systems, security processes, best practices, backup procedures, and networks

Key Details:

• 35 hours per week on a shift pattern covering 7:30am - 6:00pm with flexibility in accordance with the needs of the business
• Hybrid working - 3 days a week in the office in Central London

Interested? If you’re an experienced Messaging Engineer open to a new exciting role then we would love to hear from you. Hit apply and one of our experienced team will be in touch to discuss in more detail.

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. They celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds.

DGH Recruitment are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading client in the professional services industry who require a Messaging Engineer to join the firm in London on an initial 12 month fixed term basis.

Please note this role will require 3 days in the London office per week.

Responsibilities:

* Responsible for evaluating new messaging systems and technologies to save time, increase service levels and reduce costs.
* Responsible for contributing to assigned projects to support delivery of new messaging services to the business.
* Responsible for providing support to users on software platforms supported by the Messaging team
* Responsible for resolving incidents relating to messaging services in accordance with the Messaging Service Level Agreement and escalating where appropriate

Key Skills:

* In-depth experience of Windows Server and Active Directory
* In-depth experience of Microsoft Exchange 2019/SE (3+ years)
* In-depth experience of Exchange Online and Intune
* Knowledge of email archiving products, such as Enterprise Vault, is desirable
* Exposure to mobility solutions, such as MobileIron
* Familiarity with cloud-based email filtering services such as Microsoft Exchange Online Protection
* Familiarity with Microsoft Teams
* Ability to write PowerShell scripts to automate system administration tasks is desirable

Messaging Engineer

In accordance with the Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, this position is advertised based upon DGH Recruitment Limited having first sought approval of its client to find candidates for this position.

DGH Recruitment Limited acts as both an Employment Agency and Employment Business

SQL Server DBA (SC Cleared)

London (Hybrid)

6 Month Contract

to £350/day-£400/day (Inside IR35)

SQL Server DBA needed with active SC Security Clearance, SQL Server databases.

6 Month Contract based in Central London (Hybrid). Start ASAP in March 2026.

Hybrid Working - 2 days/week remote (WFH), and 3 days/week working on-site from the London office.

A chance to work with a leading global IT and Digital transformation business specialising in Government projects:

• Experienced SQL Server DBA or similar role, Performance Tuning and Optimization (PTO)
• Must have in-depth experienced, Manage SQL Server databases, Configure and maintain database servers and processes, Backups, restores and recovery models.
• High Availability (HA) and Disaster Recovery (DR) options for SQL Server and experience with Windows server, including Active Directory
• Monitor system s health and performance, including ensure high levels of performance, availability, sustainability and security
• Analyze, solve, and correct issues in real time and Refine and automate regular processes, track issues, and document changes
• Assist developers with query tuning and schema refinement
• Provide 24 7 support for critical production systems
• Perform scheduled maintenance and support release deployment activities after hours
• MCTS, MCITP, and/or MVP certifications a plus
• Banking / Financial Services domain experience preferred.
• Must hold active SC Security Clearance used on a project within the past 12 Months.

Our client is seeking a Senior Desktop & Infrastructure Support Engineer to act as a technical authority within a fast-paced corporate environment. This is a Tier 3 role designed for an expert who thrives on resolving complex escalations, leading infrastructure projects, and mentoring junior talent.

The Core Pillars

• Systems Architecture: Engineer and automate our fleet management using Intune, SCCM, or JAMF.
• The Automator: Replace manual tasks with PowerShell or Python scripts to build a self-healing environment.
• Infrastructure Lead: Drive high-stakes projects-from OS migrations to VDI (VMware/Citrix) and security hardening.
• VIP Technical Partner: Provide “white-glove” solutions for executive leadership and sensitive business functions.
• Identity & Security: Guardian of Azure AD/Entra ID, Okta, and Group Policy.

Your Profile

• 5+ Years in high-level corporate deskside or systems engineering.
• Mastery of Windows 10/11, macOS, and the M365 ecosystem.
• Mindset: You don’t just fix symptoms; you perform RCA to kill the root cause.
• Lead: You enjoy mentoring junior teams and setting the gold standard for SOPs.

If you would be interested to apply please drop your updated CV on yogeshwari. com

Randstad Technologies Ltd is a leading specialist recruitment business for the IT & Engineering industries. Please note that due to a high level of applications, we can only respond to applicants whose skills & qualifications are suitable for this position. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. For the purposes of the Conduct Regulations 2003, when advertising permanent vacancies we are acting as an Employment Agency, and when advertising temporary/contract vacancies we are acting as an Employment Business.

Azure Cloud Engineer (SC Cleared) London (Hybrid) 6 Month Contract to £550/day-£600/day (Inside IR35) Azure Cloud Infrastructure Engineer needed with active SC Security Clearance, AZURE Terraform code. 6 Month Contract based in Central London (Hybrid). Start ASAP in March 2026. Hybrid Working - 2 days/week remote (WFH), and 3 days/week working on-site from the London office. A chance to work with a leading global IT and Digital transformation business specialising in Government projects: Experienced Azure Cloud Engineer required to support cloud transformation programme. Must have in-depth experienced in AZURE Terraform code, GitHub Actions, implementation of both CI/CD.                                                                                          Hands-on experience in Software Development. Experience implementing or maintaining a CI/CD pipeline using Github Actions, Terraform, and Azure. Good working knowledge of PowerShell, SQL of the installation and configuration of Windows based systems. Provide automated testing as you develop and Strong written and verbal communication skills. Experience of Agile methods, Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipeline maintenance + automation scripting, also strongly preferred. Ability to plan, schedule and manage a demanding workload.  Experienced in mentoring and training junior engineers. Desirable:  Experience implementing or maintaining a CI/CD pipeline using Github Actions, Terraform, and Azure. Azure Monitoring.  Software development experience using C# and SQL Server. Packer, Kubernetes, AKS, Flux or Helm Banking / Financial Services domain experience preferred. Must hold active SC Security Clearance used on a project within the past 12 Months

I am currently looking for a strong 2nd line IT technician/engineer/analyst to join a great MSP client of mine based in Chessington. They have a diverse portfolio of clients and need someone with great communication skills and positive attitude to assist with technical issues. They are big advocates of supporting and developing employees so a willingness to grow your skills is a must.

Key Responsibilities/Duties

• Exceptional communication skills with a customer first mentality
• Provide 1st and 2nd line support to multiple MSP clients via phone, email, remote tools, and onsite visits
• Work within defined SLAs and ensure excellent customer satisfaction
• Troubleshoot issues across Apple and Microsoft environments, Microsoft 365, business applications, and network environments
• Configure and deploy laptops, desktops, mobile devices, and other hardware
• Carry out onboarding and offboarding tasks, including device setup and account administration
• Perform administration in Microsoft 365, Entra ID (Azure AD), Active Directory, and Intune
• Communicate clearly and professionally with clients, managing expectations effectively
• Assist with IT projects such as migrations, system upgrades, and security improvements

Ideal Background

• Previous experience in an MSP or fast-paced IT support environment (preferred)
• Strong technical troubleshooting skills across Windows, Microsoft 365, and core SMB infrastructure
• Familiarity with RMM and PSA tools
• Networking knowledge (DNS, DHCP, VPN, VLANs, Wi-Fi)
• Knowledge of backup systems
• Knowledge of firewall and switch configurations

Side Notes

• 5 days on-site in Chessington (Free parking available)

Azure Cloud Engineer (SC Cleared)

London (Hybrid)

6 Month Contract

to £550/day-£600/day (Inside IR35)

Azure Cloud Infrastructure Engineer needed with active SC Security Clearance , AZURE Terraform code.

6 Month Contract based in Central London (Hybrid). Start ASAP in March 2026.

Hybrid Working - 2 days/week remote (WFH), and 3 days/week working on-site from the London office.

A chance to work with a leading global IT and Digital transformation business specialising in Government projects:

• Experienced Azure Cloud Engineer required to support cloud transformation programme.
• Must have in-depth experienced in AZURE Terraform code, GitHub Actions, implementation of both CI/CD.
• Hands-on experience in Software Development.
• Experience implementing or maintaining a CI/CD pipeline using Github Actions, Terraform, and Azure.
• Good working knowledge of PowerShell, SQL of the installation and configuration of Windows based systems.
• Provide automated testing as you develop and Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience of Agile methods, Azure DevOps, CI/CD pipeline maintenance + automation Scripting, also strongly preferred.
• Ability to plan, schedule and manage a demanding workload. Experienced in mentoring and training junior engineers.

Desirable:

• Experience implementing or maintaining a CI/CD pipeline using Github Actions, Terraform, and Azure.
• Azure Monitoring. Software development experience using C# and SQL Server. Packer, Kubernetes, AKS, Flux or Helm
• Banking/Financial Services domain experience preferred.
• Must hold active SC Security Clearance used on a project within the past 12 Months.