Network Engineer| 12 Month Contract (TBC) | (Outside IR35) | Hybrid (Edinburgh) | Starting ASAP Market Rates You will be a Network Engineer with extensive practical day to day and some strategic Cisco switching and routing experience with a CCNA certificate at minimum. Though experience in Palo Alto, F5, Collaboration, VPN, Windows and, Linux is advantageous. You need to be technically skilled and have the drive and the ability to be proactive to deliver results as part of the overall change programme. You will need to be able and experienced in traveling to all parts of Scotland, this includes some days at the weekend and at nights will be required to deploy our SD-WAN solution as well a nationwide LAN upgrade program. Promoting best practice in network management you will ensure that policy and procedures maintain quality assurance levels of a high standard. Main Duties: The key focus for this role at the start is to focus on the following projects: Deployment of SD-WAN solution to 50 sites in Scotland, upgrade of estates wide LAN hardware/software (Triage of site failures over 50 sites), Wi-Fi system upgrade (New controllers, AP's, expansion of coverage etc). More projects are in the works so there is scope for more works around F5, Data centre movement, management systems, VPN change to come. Programme Delivery Consult in the delivery of a design and strategy around managing a large multi-site network including SDWAN, WiFi and LAN active projects leading to you implementing said designs. Provide effective, timely and accurate advice and sound professional judgement to colleagues on networking/infrastructure design ensuring design principles are adhered to, Represent Change and Digital Innovation (Networks team) at meetings both internal and external in relation to the change programme. Consult on the overall network roadmap based on the 3 year and 5 year business plan. Provide technical design consultation to DDIA and network security. Policy and governance Ensure design compliance within PSN networks and the appropriate policies and procedures Advise best practice to Coordinate, maintain and develop existing systems to meet the needs of the business and supported Justice Partners as part of the change programme Communication Consult with operational colleagues to identify improvements to service provision to meet the ongoing and future needs of the client Attend meetings and network events as required and identify and share best practice methods Attend CAB (Change Authority Board) meetings when required to further explain submitted/ proposed Network changes in line with the change programme. Ensure all collateral required by Project Managers is provided within agreed timescales. Service Development Consult with others within the business and outside agencies to continuously improve service provision and make suggestions for improvements to systems and processes based on the network roadmap. Keep current with market trends and new products in area of your specialism. Essential Skills & Experience: Proven up to date experience of Cisco equipment (2960X/XR, 4500, 9000 series as well as Nexus switches), ideally supported by a recognised network certification. Knowledge of troubleshooting physical network site infrastructure Experience of building, managing and maintaining high availability networks with Cisco devices Working knowledge or experience in some or all of the following subjects: Cisco Networking, Unified Communications, WLC, F5 VPN, F5 Silverline/XC, IPsec tunnel and Palo Alto Firewalls. Experience of running, using and implementation of network monitoring solutions Experience of designing load balancing services Ability to work in partnership with IT colleagues and operational colleagues This role has been deemed Outside IR35 by the client. Applicants must hold, or be happy to apply for, a valid Basic Disclosure Scotland. Please click the link to apply.

Join us as a Senior Security Engineer for CIAM at Barclays, where you will bring to life a new digital platform capability, transforming and modernising our digital estate to build a market-leading digital offering with customer experience at its heart. This is an exciting and key role, partnering with business aligned engineering and product teams, to ensure a collaborative team culture is at the heart of what we do. To be successful in this role you should have: Experience across configuration and integration with Hardware Security Module (HSM) and AWS Secrets Manager (ASM) tooling, certificate lifecycle management, e.g. rotation, revocation, and in automating security workflows Experience using GitLab CI/CD pipelines, AWS CLI or Chef. Strong experience with Cloud Security expertise across the following areas: AWS security controls, policies and automation, CLI tools, role based and attribute-based access controls, cryptographic protocols and secure key lifecycle management, advanced threat modelling, SOC operations, securing microservices and APIs, DevSecOps best practices, vulnerability scanning, tools, approaches, vulnerability patching and vendor management for security Strong experience in penetration testing and hands-on coding in at least one of the following: JavaScript, Java, Python. Some other highly desirable skills include: Experience in hands-on configuration, deployment and operation of ForgeRock COTS based IAM solutions (PingGateway, PingAM, PingIDM, PingDS) with embedded security gates, HTTP header signing, access token and data at rest encryption, PKI based self-sovereign identity, or open source You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills. This role will be based out of our London office. Purpose of the role To develop, implement and maintain solutions that support the safeguarding of the banks systems and sensitive information. Accountabilities Provision of subject matter expertise on security systems and engineering patterns. Development and implementation of protocols, algorithms, and software applications to protect sensitive data and systems. Management and protection of secrets, ensuring that they are securely generated, stored, and used. Execution of audits to monitor, identify and assess vulnerabilities in the banks infrastructure/software and support the response to potential security breaches. Identification of advancements in to support the innovation and adoption of new cryptographic technologies and techniques. Collaboration across the bank, including developers and security teams, to ensure that cryptographic solutions align with business objectives, security policies and regulatory requirements. Development/ Implementation and maintenance of Identity and Access Management solutions and systems. Vice President Expectations To contribute or set strategy, drive requirements and make recommendations for change. Plan resources, budgets, and policies; manage and maintain policies/ processes; deliver continuous improvements and escalate breaches of policies/procedures If managing a team, they define jobs and responsibilities, planning for the department’s future needs and operations, counselling employees on performance and contributing to employee pay decisions/changes. They may also lead a number of specialists to influence the operations of a department, in alignment with strategic as well as tactical priorities, while balancing short and long term goals and ensuring that budgets and schedules meet corporate requirements If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others OR for an individual contributor, they will be a subject matter expert within own discipline and will guide technical direction. They will lead collaborative, multi-year assignments and guide team members through structured assignments, identify the need for the inclusion of other areas of specialisation to complete assignments. They will train, guide and coach less experienced specialists and provide information affecting long term profits, organisational risks and strategic decisions Advise key stakeholders, including functional leadership teams and senior management on functional and cross functional areas of impact and alignment. Manage and mitigate risks through assessment, in support of the control and governance agenda. Demonstrate leadership and accountability for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work your team does. Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of the organisation functions to contribute to achieving the goals of the business. Collaborate with other areas of work, for business aligned support areas to keep up to speed with business activity and the business strategies. Create solutions based on sophisticated analytical thought comparing and selecting complex alternatives. In-depth analysis with interpretative thinking will be required to define problems and develop innovative solutions. Adopt and include the outcomes of extensive research in problem solving processes. Seek out, build and maintain trusting relationships and partnerships with internal and external stakeholders in order to accomplish key business objectives, using influencing and negotiating skills to achieve outcomes. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.

Join us as an Agile Coach for CIAM at Barclays, where you will bring to life a new Digital Platform capability by transforming and modernising our digital estate to build a market-leading digital offering with customer experience at its heart. This is an exciting and key role where you will develop scrum principles and sprint goals aligned to industry best practices, and the banks objectives, to foster a high-performing technology team and support the successful progression on scrum projects. Your main day to day is to work with the lines of business and bring to life their needs through solutions and realising these through rapid prototyping and proof of concepts using Java, BDD testing concepts and Public Cloud (AWS). To be successful in this role you should have: Excellent facilitation and negotiation skills with stakeholders at all levels. Experience of working in an Agile transformation environment An understanding of Java, BDD testing concepts and Public Cloud (AWS) Some other highly desirable skills include: An understanding in authorisation, authentication, single sign-on, multi-factor authentication and identity lifecycle management and IAM solutions (Forgerock, Ping Authenticate, Oracle Auth, SailPoint … ) Experience relationship building skills, patience and resilience to change current thinking and working practices Ability to translating technical concepts and solutions to both non-technical and technical teams without losing the detail. Accredited Agile practitioner You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role, such as risk and controls, change and transformation, business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology, as well as job-specific technical skills. This role will be based out of our London office. Purpose of the role Facilitates and supports Agile teams by ensuring they follow Scrum principles. To remove obstacles, enhance team collaboration, and ensure smooth communication, enabling the team to focus on delivering high-quality, iterative results. Facilitate Scrum events, promote continuous improvement, and act as a bridge between the team and external stakeholders. Accountabilities Facilitate Events: Facilitate events, as needed, and ensure that all events take place and are positive, productive, and kept within the timebox Support Iteration Execution: Ensure quality of ceremony artefacts and continuous customer value through iteration execution, maintain backlog refinement, and iterate on stakeholder feedback Optimize Flow: Identify and facilitate the removal of conflict impacting team flow, utilizing metrics to empower the team to communicate effectively, making all work visible Mitigate Risks: Identify and escalate risks to remove impediments and shield the Squad from interruptions Build High-Performing Teams: Foster and coach Agile Team attributes and continuous improvement, encourage stakeholder collaboration, deputise ‘in the moment leadership’, and drive high-performing team attributes Stakeholder Management: Facilitate stakeholder collaboration (e.g., business stakeholders, product teams, vendors) and build trust with stakeholders Governance and Reporting: Ensure data quality and provide representation at required governance forums, if applicable

Deskside & Technology Support Analyst Location: Bristol (Site-based, 5 days per week) Rate: Up to £278.88/day (Umbrella) Duration: 6 months Start: ASAP A leading engineering and technology organisation is seeking a Deskside & Technology Support Analyst to provide 2nd Line support across its Bristol operations. This is a great opportunity for an experienced IT professional with a strong customer focus and solid technical troubleshooting skills. Key Responsibilities: Manage and resolve 2nd Line incidents and service requests Troubleshoot desktop, telephony, and hardware issues Deploy and track IT assets Maintain IT equipment rooms and support conference room facilities Support office/site setups and provide cover for team leads when needed Travel to other regional sites may be required Requirements: 4 years' IT support experience in a corporate environment Strong working knowledge of ITSM practices and ServiceNow Excellent communication and customer service skills Valid UK driving licence essential Microsoft and ITIL certifications desirable This is a site-based role offering an immediate start and excellent exposure within a well-established technical team. We can only consider applications from those eligible to work in the UK for this position. This position will require some additional checks, to ensure you can access the site worked as needed. For more information on this position, please contact Marika Powell at ARM on phone number removed > or email your CV and covering letter Disclaimer: This vacancy is being advertised by either Advanced Resource Managers Limited, Advanced Resource Managers IT Limited or Advanced Resource Managers Engineering Limited ("ARM"). ARM is a specialist talent acquisition and management consultancy. We provide technical contingency recruitment and a portfolio of more complex resource solutions. Our specialist recruitment divisions cover the entire technical arena, including some of the most economically and strategically important industries in the UK and the world today. We will never send your CV without your permission. Where the role is marked as Outside IR35 in the advertisement this is subject to receipt of a final Status Determination Statement from the end Client and may be subject to change.

This is an outstanding opportunity to lead the Cyber Security function for a leading Energy business; one with an international reach. In this role you will will create performance measurements, coordinate technical efforts to maintain security infrastructure, and convert IT risk needs into technical control specifications. Additionally, you will be required to strike a balance between business imperatives like performance, speed, and agility and real-world risks. Responsibilities: • Work with senior members of the business to create a security program and initiatives. • Evaluate and document dangers, both present and potential. • Make budget estimates for both immediate and long-term objectives. • Keep an eye on and enforce adherence to security regulations. • Suggest policy modifications for compliance and efficiency. Oversee and cultivate a group of security experts. • Help with replies to security audits. • Offer security awareness, training, and communication. • Take part in change management and handle production-related difficulties. • Take part in the governance process for information security. • Work with stakeholders to define KPIs and reporting plans. • Encourage efforts to comply with laws and regulations. • Assure software, hardware, and application security. • To enforce security regulations, put technical controls in place. • Sync technical, security, and business needs. • Establish a strong relationship with the IT security group. • Provide an analysis of the technical aspects of security management. • Oversee outsourced vendors for security-related tasks. • Organise reporting and incident management. • Keep up with the latest security laws and developments. • Control actions related to threats and vulnerabilities. • Offer advice on security-related issues for IT initiatives. • Help with testing and planning for disaster recovery. • Check system logs and audit trails for compliance. As well as having an impressive track record of leadership in an IT function, hands on experience specifically in Security is required as is the ability to interface and communicate with key stakeholders across the business. Any formal security certifications (CISSP, CISM) and experience with cyber security control frameworks would also be beneficial! Get in touch for more information!

Key Account Support £32,000 Fantastic benefits Hybrid Role - East Birmingham location with onsite parking Are you a proactive problem-solver with an eye for detail and a knack for cross-functional collaboration? One of Pertemps long standing customers are exclusively looking for Key Account Support to join them on permanent basis. Paying an attractive salary of £32,000 this hybrid role will be the backbone of one of the companies' major accounts! From keeping projects on track to working closely with procurement and ensuring seamless installations, you'll play a key role in delivering top-tier service to one of the UK's biggest retailers! Your duties will include: " Monitor and update store drawing systems weekly. " Coordinate across procurement, projects, logistics, and admin teams. " Track installations and documentation with precision. " Manage stock allocations and track bonded store inventory. " Own the monthly transaction reports and ensure every item is accounted for. " Maintain accurate asset records and PO coverage. " Serve as the go-between for our team and the clients Retail Planners, Quantity Surveyors (QSs), and Project Planners (PPMs). " Ensure budget approvals and documentation align with client's SQT system. " Prepare business cases and CAPEX requests with ROI calculations. " Uncover cost-saving opportunities and eliminate inefficiencies. " Be a champion for safety and wellbeing. " Continuously develop your skill set and take initiative in driving business improvements. What We're Looking For: " A detail-oriented self-starter with strong organisational skills. " Someone who thrives in a multi-departmental environment. " High attention to detail that likes to analyse the detail. " Experience in retail account management, supply chain, or logistics is a big plus. " A natural communicator, capable of juggling many plates and keeping things spinning. What's In It For You: " Work with a high-profile client in a pivotal, visible role. " A supportive, down-to-earth team culture. " The chance to grow within a well-established, innovative company. Working Monday to Thursday 08:30am - 17:00pm and Friday 08:30 - 14:00pm. The role is hybrid paying an attractive salary of £32,000 per annum. Interested to know more? Please contact Hayley Whitehead at Pertemps Birmingham or click apply today! ADZN1_UKTJ