NO SPONSORSHIP Principal, Product Manager - Financial Risk Management and Systems SALARY: $190k plus 15% bonus LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL Hybrid 3 days onsite Looking for a candidate with experience as a product manager/owner agile product manager experience financial services general security markets derivatives knowledge multiple asset classes like equities interest rates volatility commodities foreign currencies risk pillar specify control counter party clearing statements of derivatives financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Jira confluence tableau MS Applications 10 years of financial risk management Summary: The Product Owner at the will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Stakeholder Engagement and Management o Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development o Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining OCC's Products o Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria o Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog o Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management o Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed o Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap o Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans o Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes o Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog o Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development o Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. o Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for the system development, integration and deployment o Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner o Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories o Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders o Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables o Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements o Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Product Leadership Product Delivery Product Integrity Quality Management Team Leadership Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Technical Skills: Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
18/04/2024
Full time
NO SPONSORSHIP Principal, Product Manager - Financial Risk Management and Systems SALARY: $190k plus 15% bonus LOCATION: CHICAGO, IL Hybrid 3 days onsite Looking for a candidate with experience as a product manager/owner agile product manager experience financial services general security markets derivatives knowledge multiple asset classes like equities interest rates volatility commodities foreign currencies risk pillar specify control counter party clearing statements of derivatives financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Jira confluence tableau MS Applications 10 years of financial risk management Summary: The Product Owner at the will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Primary Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily. Stakeholder Engagement and Management o Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development o Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining OCC's Products o Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria o Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog o Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management o Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed o Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap o Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans o Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes o Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements o Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog o Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development o Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. o Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for the system development, integration and deployment o Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner o Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories o Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders o Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables o Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements o Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Product Leadership Product Delivery Product Integrity Quality Management Team Leadership Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Technical Skills: Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Education and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
Global Technology Solutions Ltd
Edinburgh, Midlothian
Job Title: Infrastructure Support Engineer III - Red Hat Linux enterprise support Contract length: 3-months Day rate: £340 inside ir35 through umbrella Location: Edinburgh *Must be holding SC Clearance* Site hours are: 07:00 - 16:30 Mon-Thurs and 07:00 - 13:30 Fri - hours to be agreed ROLE OVERVIEW: We are looking for customer-focused and enthusiastic 3rd line infrastructure Support Engineer with a genuine interest in solving peoples IT issues to backfill our Business As Usual services while some of our key staff support a critical project. The applicant should be technically competent, possess good written and verbal communication skills and be willing to collaborate with the wider IT support teams. The 3rd line team are expected to resolve a wide variety of server and storage incidents and requests, while minimizing disruption to our users. We're looking for someone to be responsible for our Red Hat Linux environments. Solaris experience would be beneficial. The successful candidate will be someone who can blend first rate customer service with first rate technical skills. Previous experience resolving 3rd line issues in an enterprise environment is essential. DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION: * Excellent knowledge of Red Hat Linux Enterprise (v4 upwards), including installation, configuration and imaging * Excellent knowledge of Red Hat Network Satellite for system management and performance reporting * Provide support for L2 and L3 Operational activities & troubleshooting * Able to stabilise developed infrastructure solutions using Red Hat methodologies in complex customer environments * Demonstrate the ability to methodically work through issues * Must be able to deal directly with clients in a friendly and highly confident manner demonstrating excellent internal and external customer communication skills * Achieve high levels of customer satisfaction * Author processes and working instructions * Work within challenging SLA's and follow escalation paths to the leadership team and product specialists promptly when required * Represent the 3rd line team from a Linux perspective in customer meetings * Red Hat Certified Engineer or other Red Hat/Linux related certification * To manage a range of Linux technology's RHLE, RHNS, Kernel virtualisation (KVM) and to include optimisation, interoperability, and availability of systems on a customer's site * Utilisation of RHNS for compliance management, provisioning of services and resources, content control and system security and integrity * RHLE High availability including clustering, fencing and unfencing if you have the skills required please apply now. In applying for this position, you consent to your personal data being shared with the specified employer and for your details to remain with GTS for as long as is necessary to process your application. See our Privacy Notice for full information Global Technology Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
18/04/2024
Project-based
Job Title: Infrastructure Support Engineer III - Red Hat Linux enterprise support Contract length: 3-months Day rate: £340 inside ir35 through umbrella Location: Edinburgh *Must be holding SC Clearance* Site hours are: 07:00 - 16:30 Mon-Thurs and 07:00 - 13:30 Fri - hours to be agreed ROLE OVERVIEW: We are looking for customer-focused and enthusiastic 3rd line infrastructure Support Engineer with a genuine interest in solving peoples IT issues to backfill our Business As Usual services while some of our key staff support a critical project. The applicant should be technically competent, possess good written and verbal communication skills and be willing to collaborate with the wider IT support teams. The 3rd line team are expected to resolve a wide variety of server and storage incidents and requests, while minimizing disruption to our users. We're looking for someone to be responsible for our Red Hat Linux environments. Solaris experience would be beneficial. The successful candidate will be someone who can blend first rate customer service with first rate technical skills. Previous experience resolving 3rd line issues in an enterprise environment is essential. DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION: * Excellent knowledge of Red Hat Linux Enterprise (v4 upwards), including installation, configuration and imaging * Excellent knowledge of Red Hat Network Satellite for system management and performance reporting * Provide support for L2 and L3 Operational activities & troubleshooting * Able to stabilise developed infrastructure solutions using Red Hat methodologies in complex customer environments * Demonstrate the ability to methodically work through issues * Must be able to deal directly with clients in a friendly and highly confident manner demonstrating excellent internal and external customer communication skills * Achieve high levels of customer satisfaction * Author processes and working instructions * Work within challenging SLA's and follow escalation paths to the leadership team and product specialists promptly when required * Represent the 3rd line team from a Linux perspective in customer meetings * Red Hat Certified Engineer or other Red Hat/Linux related certification * To manage a range of Linux technology's RHLE, RHNS, Kernel virtualisation (KVM) and to include optimisation, interoperability, and availability of systems on a customer's site * Utilisation of RHNS for compliance management, provisioning of services and resources, content control and system security and integrity * RHLE High availability including clustering, fencing and unfencing if you have the skills required please apply now. In applying for this position, you consent to your personal data being shared with the specified employer and for your details to remain with GTS for as long as is necessary to process your application. See our Privacy Notice for full information Global Technology Solutions is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy
IT Cyber Security Analyst & Team Leader - CISSP or CySA+ or MSc Information Security Weymouth, Dorset, or London, South East UK or Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire £50,000pa + Hybrid & Flexi-Working & Training & Certifications Available Weymouth, Dorset, or London, South East UK, or Staffordshire + Hybrid and Flexible Working as Standard The Client: Are a well-known High St and Online retailer who are seeking a Senior IT Cyber Security Analyst who specialises in Microsoft/Wintel Servers and Virtualisation supporting a UK wide infrastructure. Objective: You will Lead 2 x Cyber Security Analysts, giving support to the Head of Cyber Security in delivering the Information Security service to the global business. You will lead all Cyber Security Operations function and be the first point of contact for technical information security related matters. Role Responsibilities: You will Lead 2 x Cyber Security Analysts, giving support to the Head of Cyber Security Act as the first point of action or escalation for the identification of security incidents and their investigation. Be responsible for the managed Security Operations Centre (SOC), Network Monitoring and Managed Detection and Response services and associated vendor relationships. Offer mentoring, advice and guidance to those in your Team Be the subject matter expert for technical security related queries, providing the Security Architect, IT Service and Delivery teams and business stakeholders with authoritative advice and defined security requirements. Be responsible for the Security Education and Awareness scheme. Ensure Cyber Security campaigns are conducted, and improvements implemented and ensure colleague queries around policies and requirements are appropriately answered in a timely manner. Be responsible for the Vulnerability Management process. Act on vulnerability information and conduct Cyber Security risk assessments and work with suppliers, partners, and internal teams to ensure security vulnerabilities are identified, assessed, and remediated in good time. Key Requirements you will need: In depth knowledge of Information Security concepts and principles, including cloud security capabilities. Experience with configuring and utilising security tooling, including SIEM, EDR, vulnerability scanners, CASB, network scanning, DLP. Hands-on IT experience with proven expertise in a previous Information Security role. Vendor management experience. A relevant intermediate or advanced Information Security based qualification (eg CISSP, CySA+, MSc Information Security) Ability to critically analyse information and make decisions based on judgement, knowledge, and experience. Business Knowledge: Knowledge of Retail and eCommerce is of great advantage but is not essential. Working knowledge of the Information Security elements of Data Protection regulations (eg GDPR, The Data Protection Act 2018) is essential. Knowledge of the NIST Cyber Security Framework is of advantage. Awareness of regulations that affect Retail, such as PCI DSS, is of great advantage but experience of maintaining compliance is not essential. CISSP or CySA+ or MSc Information Security Certifications will be advantageous. Call today!
18/04/2024
Full time
IT Cyber Security Analyst & Team Leader - CISSP or CySA+ or MSc Information Security Weymouth, Dorset, or London, South East UK or Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire £50,000pa + Hybrid & Flexi-Working & Training & Certifications Available Weymouth, Dorset, or London, South East UK, or Staffordshire + Hybrid and Flexible Working as Standard The Client: Are a well-known High St and Online retailer who are seeking a Senior IT Cyber Security Analyst who specialises in Microsoft/Wintel Servers and Virtualisation supporting a UK wide infrastructure. Objective: You will Lead 2 x Cyber Security Analysts, giving support to the Head of Cyber Security in delivering the Information Security service to the global business. You will lead all Cyber Security Operations function and be the first point of contact for technical information security related matters. Role Responsibilities: You will Lead 2 x Cyber Security Analysts, giving support to the Head of Cyber Security Act as the first point of action or escalation for the identification of security incidents and their investigation. Be responsible for the managed Security Operations Centre (SOC), Network Monitoring and Managed Detection and Response services and associated vendor relationships. Offer mentoring, advice and guidance to those in your Team Be the subject matter expert for technical security related queries, providing the Security Architect, IT Service and Delivery teams and business stakeholders with authoritative advice and defined security requirements. Be responsible for the Security Education and Awareness scheme. Ensure Cyber Security campaigns are conducted, and improvements implemented and ensure colleague queries around policies and requirements are appropriately answered in a timely manner. Be responsible for the Vulnerability Management process. Act on vulnerability information and conduct Cyber Security risk assessments and work with suppliers, partners, and internal teams to ensure security vulnerabilities are identified, assessed, and remediated in good time. Key Requirements you will need: In depth knowledge of Information Security concepts and principles, including cloud security capabilities. Experience with configuring and utilising security tooling, including SIEM, EDR, vulnerability scanners, CASB, network scanning, DLP. Hands-on IT experience with proven expertise in a previous Information Security role. Vendor management experience. A relevant intermediate or advanced Information Security based qualification (eg CISSP, CySA+, MSc Information Security) Ability to critically analyse information and make decisions based on judgement, knowledge, and experience. Business Knowledge: Knowledge of Retail and eCommerce is of great advantage but is not essential. Working knowledge of the Information Security elements of Data Protection regulations (eg GDPR, The Data Protection Act 2018) is essential. Knowledge of the NIST Cyber Security Framework is of advantage. Awareness of regulations that affect Retail, such as PCI DSS, is of great advantage but experience of maintaining compliance is not essential. CISSP or CySA+ or MSc Information Security Certifications will be advantageous. Call today!
Adecco's specialist Property Services Division are proud to have been commissioned to partner exclusively with Wakefield District Housing to assist them in recruiting a permanent Development Manager to work from their offices within Wakefield. WDH now has more than 32,000 properties throughout the Yorkshire region. We employ more than 1400 employees, with an estimated turnover of over £150m. It is an exciting time for WDH as we are expanding our New Build Development Programme in line with our 2025 Business Strategy. Our ambitious growth plan is to build up to 500 new properties a year and our new build plans include area of major regeneration and ensuring our assets are sustainable, secure and safe. Leading the Development Project Managers and Technical Support Officer you will ensure that our teams deliver the highest standards in bringing new build delivery forward and provide outstanding new homes that meet our customers' needs. You will be delivery focused, ensuring that our organisation meets it's customer commitments, is efficient and effective and be a transformational leader who enjoys working collaboratively. The role provides an opportunity to have a key operational role in the delivery of WDH's vision for supporting New Build growth. The role will be aligned to agreed Investment and Business Plan targets and budget, supported by robust business plans within a risk management framework. To be considered for these roles you will have a significant experience in a Housing Construction related field, with previous managerial experience, and be highly ambitious with an appreciation of the challenges of delivering our business strategy and plans in a competitive landscape. You will also have up-to-date knowledge of legislative planning frameworks, regulatory requirements and key issues relevant to new build development, legislation and best practice. The ideal candidates will have extensive knowledge of New Build development, is adept at project management and crucially understand operational delivery. You will have a qualification at Level 6 in a relevant subject as well as extensive experience in a housing related field. WDH is on a journey to create an agile organisation by investing in a new digital infrastructure as well as increasing our customer focus. Salary and Benefits £48,398 - £52,030 33 holidays per annum plus your birthday off each year 15.7% employee contribution (local government pension scheme) Hybrid/Flexible working patterns Private BUPA healthcare where the individual is booked in for an annual health check as part of this. Recruitment Timeline Closing Date: Sunday 5th May If you feel this role is for you and have the relevant qualifications; experience and competences and you can make a difference at WDH, please contact either of the following; Sue Young - Executive Director Investment Wakefield District Housing (see below) Role and company information. Allan Madden - Senior Business Manager Adecco Property Services (see below) Role information, and application process and JD requests
18/04/2024
Full time
Adecco's specialist Property Services Division are proud to have been commissioned to partner exclusively with Wakefield District Housing to assist them in recruiting a permanent Development Manager to work from their offices within Wakefield. WDH now has more than 32,000 properties throughout the Yorkshire region. We employ more than 1400 employees, with an estimated turnover of over £150m. It is an exciting time for WDH as we are expanding our New Build Development Programme in line with our 2025 Business Strategy. Our ambitious growth plan is to build up to 500 new properties a year and our new build plans include area of major regeneration and ensuring our assets are sustainable, secure and safe. Leading the Development Project Managers and Technical Support Officer you will ensure that our teams deliver the highest standards in bringing new build delivery forward and provide outstanding new homes that meet our customers' needs. You will be delivery focused, ensuring that our organisation meets it's customer commitments, is efficient and effective and be a transformational leader who enjoys working collaboratively. The role provides an opportunity to have a key operational role in the delivery of WDH's vision for supporting New Build growth. The role will be aligned to agreed Investment and Business Plan targets and budget, supported by robust business plans within a risk management framework. To be considered for these roles you will have a significant experience in a Housing Construction related field, with previous managerial experience, and be highly ambitious with an appreciation of the challenges of delivering our business strategy and plans in a competitive landscape. You will also have up-to-date knowledge of legislative planning frameworks, regulatory requirements and key issues relevant to new build development, legislation and best practice. The ideal candidates will have extensive knowledge of New Build development, is adept at project management and crucially understand operational delivery. You will have a qualification at Level 6 in a relevant subject as well as extensive experience in a housing related field. WDH is on a journey to create an agile organisation by investing in a new digital infrastructure as well as increasing our customer focus. Salary and Benefits £48,398 - £52,030 33 holidays per annum plus your birthday off each year 15.7% employee contribution (local government pension scheme) Hybrid/Flexible working patterns Private BUPA healthcare where the individual is booked in for an annual health check as part of this. Recruitment Timeline Closing Date: Sunday 5th May If you feel this role is for you and have the relevant qualifications; experience and competences and you can make a difference at WDH, please contact either of the following; Sue Young - Executive Director Investment Wakefield District Housing (see below) Role and company information. Allan Madden - Senior Business Manager Adecco Property Services (see below) Role information, and application process and JD requests
Cyber Security Lead | Liverpool | Competitive £ Your new company Leading provider of insurance and legal services that employ over 1000 people across several sites including Liverpool, Leeds and Glasgow. Your new role My client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced technical Cyber Security Lead to join the existing IT team in Liverpool. The Cyber Security Lead will be responsible for overseeing the technical aspects of the organisations information security program, including the management of an outsourced Security Operations Centre (SOC). You will be responsible for establishing the security strategy for the group and improving security posture while ensuring alignment of technical security measures with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities: Evaluate new security technologies and solutions to enhance the organization's security posture. Ensure proper configuration and tuning of security tools to maximize effectiveness. Incident Response and forensics - developing and maintaining an incident response plan. Provide leadership and mentorship to junior members of the security team. Promote cross functional collaboration and knowledge sharing across security and IT teams. Maintain security infrastructure, including Firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM and endpoint security solutions. Setting the overall security strategy for the business. What you'll need to succeed The Ideal candidate will have a strong background in information security and hands on experience with SOC operations. Experience developing and implementing technical aspects of the organization's information security strategy. Experience overseeing day-to-day operations of the outsourced SOC team. Define and enforce SOC processes and procedures to ensure effective incident detection, response, and remediation. Experience Coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders to address security incidents and vulnerabilities. Experience Conducting regular threat assessments and vulnerability scans to identify potential risks to the organization's infrastructure and data. Experience working in alignment with ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials. Experience Managing and maintaining security infrastructure, including Firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM, and endpoint security solutions. What you'll get in return You can expect a competitive salary (depending on experience), along with pension, life assurance (4 x salary), healthcare cash plan, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and hybrid working and a range of other flexible benefits. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
18/04/2024
Full time
Cyber Security Lead | Liverpool | Competitive £ Your new company Leading provider of insurance and legal services that employ over 1000 people across several sites including Liverpool, Leeds and Glasgow. Your new role My client is seeking a highly skilled and experienced technical Cyber Security Lead to join the existing IT team in Liverpool. The Cyber Security Lead will be responsible for overseeing the technical aspects of the organisations information security program, including the management of an outsourced Security Operations Centre (SOC). You will be responsible for establishing the security strategy for the group and improving security posture while ensuring alignment of technical security measures with business objectives and regulatory requirements. Key Responsibilities: Evaluate new security technologies and solutions to enhance the organization's security posture. Ensure proper configuration and tuning of security tools to maximize effectiveness. Incident Response and forensics - developing and maintaining an incident response plan. Provide leadership and mentorship to junior members of the security team. Promote cross functional collaboration and knowledge sharing across security and IT teams. Maintain security infrastructure, including Firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM and endpoint security solutions. Setting the overall security strategy for the business. What you'll need to succeed The Ideal candidate will have a strong background in information security and hands on experience with SOC operations. Experience developing and implementing technical aspects of the organization's information security strategy. Experience overseeing day-to-day operations of the outsourced SOC team. Define and enforce SOC processes and procedures to ensure effective incident detection, response, and remediation. Experience Coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders to address security incidents and vulnerabilities. Experience Conducting regular threat assessments and vulnerability scans to identify potential risks to the organization's infrastructure and data. Experience working in alignment with ISO27001 and Cyber Essentials. Experience Managing and maintaining security infrastructure, including Firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, SIEM, and endpoint security solutions. What you'll get in return You can expect a competitive salary (depending on experience), along with pension, life assurance (4 x salary), healthcare cash plan, 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) and hybrid working and a range of other flexible benefits. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found on our website.
With a team comprising many recognised industry leaders, we work with inspirational clients on their organisations, on their challenges and on exciting, innovative, complex and globally relevant projects, programmes and schemes. We provide a bespoke professional service to clients so that they can make the right decisions and achieve the best outcomes. We do this by leveraging our experience and breadth of skills alongside our insights, commitment, and ethical approach to everything we do. Overview Our work portfolio includes: Environment Management and Consents Support for HS2, Crossrail and Transport for London; iconic large scale property developments and urban regeneration schemes such as Barking Riverside and consents support for the construction delivery of HS2 Curzon St, Birmingham. We carry out a wide range of bespoke planning and environmental assessments - everything from air quality monitoring, Environmental Statement reviews, through to environment management and consents on large scale projects. We are seeking an energetic, enthusiastic and experienced Principal Consultant/Associate Director to work within our Environmental Management and Consents team in Birmingham (or alternatively a London location could be considered), delivering and managing projects and helping to grow our business in this area as well as to further build our market presence. The Role The positions are for enthusiastic and motivated Principals/Associate Director who will be part of the Environmental Management and Consents team and work closely with the business unit lead. The ideal candidates will be comfortable in attending client's sites, travelling to them and conducting meetings with their staff as necessary. We are looking for Environment Management and Consents experience in delivery, delivering training to a range of audiences and ideally construction experience. All roles will work closely with our internal teams (including Planning, Acoustics, Air Quality, Digital Delivery, Ecology and EIA Infrastructure and Property) and a wide range of external partners, to deliver across a range of projects. We would expect the candidate to have specialist knowledge in one or more of the following: * Preparation and delivery of Environment Management Plans and Consent Management Plans and maintaining consents registers; * Preparation of material to support pre- submission discussions; * Liaison with Consenting Authorities; and Construction knowledge and background working through design and * construction sequencing; and Integrated Management Systems including Environment management processes. Principals will be expected to lead or contribute to bids for projects of all scales. Their role within project delivery may be as project director, project manager, framework manager and/or technical lead. They would also be expected to assist with the training/mentoring of junior members of the team. Demonstrable knowledge of environment management and consents. Consultancy requires knowledge of project management techniques and methodologies. We expect all candidates to have a passion for project delivery, ensuring client satisfaction is achieved on time and within budget. The Candidates We expect the successful Principal candidates will: * Have 8+ years of relevant experience within the environment, planning and sustainability sectors; * Demonstrable experience of writing CoCPs * Ability to monitor and report on consents KPI data; * Ability to develop and provide consent related supporting materials such as consent briefings/handovers and consent plans; * an active network of contacts in Environmental Management and Consents sectors; and * have project management and people management experience.
18/04/2024
Full time
With a team comprising many recognised industry leaders, we work with inspirational clients on their organisations, on their challenges and on exciting, innovative, complex and globally relevant projects, programmes and schemes. We provide a bespoke professional service to clients so that they can make the right decisions and achieve the best outcomes. We do this by leveraging our experience and breadth of skills alongside our insights, commitment, and ethical approach to everything we do. Overview Our work portfolio includes: Environment Management and Consents Support for HS2, Crossrail and Transport for London; iconic large scale property developments and urban regeneration schemes such as Barking Riverside and consents support for the construction delivery of HS2 Curzon St, Birmingham. We carry out a wide range of bespoke planning and environmental assessments - everything from air quality monitoring, Environmental Statement reviews, through to environment management and consents on large scale projects. We are seeking an energetic, enthusiastic and experienced Principal Consultant/Associate Director to work within our Environmental Management and Consents team in Birmingham (or alternatively a London location could be considered), delivering and managing projects and helping to grow our business in this area as well as to further build our market presence. The Role The positions are for enthusiastic and motivated Principals/Associate Director who will be part of the Environmental Management and Consents team and work closely with the business unit lead. The ideal candidates will be comfortable in attending client's sites, travelling to them and conducting meetings with their staff as necessary. We are looking for Environment Management and Consents experience in delivery, delivering training to a range of audiences and ideally construction experience. All roles will work closely with our internal teams (including Planning, Acoustics, Air Quality, Digital Delivery, Ecology and EIA Infrastructure and Property) and a wide range of external partners, to deliver across a range of projects. We would expect the candidate to have specialist knowledge in one or more of the following: * Preparation and delivery of Environment Management Plans and Consent Management Plans and maintaining consents registers; * Preparation of material to support pre- submission discussions; * Liaison with Consenting Authorities; and Construction knowledge and background working through design and * construction sequencing; and Integrated Management Systems including Environment management processes. Principals will be expected to lead or contribute to bids for projects of all scales. Their role within project delivery may be as project director, project manager, framework manager and/or technical lead. They would also be expected to assist with the training/mentoring of junior members of the team. Demonstrable knowledge of environment management and consents. Consultancy requires knowledge of project management techniques and methodologies. We expect all candidates to have a passion for project delivery, ensuring client satisfaction is achieved on time and within budget. The Candidates We expect the successful Principal candidates will: * Have 8+ years of relevant experience within the environment, planning and sustainability sectors; * Demonstrable experience of writing CoCPs * Ability to monitor and report on consents KPI data; * Ability to develop and provide consent related supporting materials such as consent briefings/handovers and consent plans; * an active network of contacts in Environmental Management and Consents sectors; and * have project management and people management experience.
PERM- £82-96,000 per annum A global law firm are looking for an experienced and dynamic Cloud Platform Engineer Lead to join their Cloud Engineering Team in London. As the Cloud Platform Engineer Lead, you'll spearhead technical leadership, guiding the implementation of the firms' cloud platform and ensuring its stability, security, and performance. The firm offer a flexible work for home policy- 3 days in 10 in the office Skills needed: Extensive experience in cloud engineering or related roles, with demonstrated progression in responsibilities and leadership. Strong expertise in cloud platforms such as Azure, or GCP. Deep understanding of cloud computing concepts, principles, and best practices. Strong knowledge of infrastructure-as-code (IaC) and Configuration-as-Code (CaC) tools and methodologies. Extensive experience with automation tools such as Ansible, Chef, or Puppet. Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities. Strong communication and collaboration skills. If you're ready to elevate your career in legal technology and be part of a team that drives global change, apply now and embark on a journey of innovation and excellence with us.
18/04/2024
Full time
PERM- £82-96,000 per annum A global law firm are looking for an experienced and dynamic Cloud Platform Engineer Lead to join their Cloud Engineering Team in London. As the Cloud Platform Engineer Lead, you'll spearhead technical leadership, guiding the implementation of the firms' cloud platform and ensuring its stability, security, and performance. The firm offer a flexible work for home policy- 3 days in 10 in the office Skills needed: Extensive experience in cloud engineering or related roles, with demonstrated progression in responsibilities and leadership. Strong expertise in cloud platforms such as Azure, or GCP. Deep understanding of cloud computing concepts, principles, and best practices. Strong knowledge of infrastructure-as-code (IaC) and Configuration-as-Code (CaC) tools and methodologies. Extensive experience with automation tools such as Ansible, Chef, or Puppet. Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities. Strong communication and collaboration skills. If you're ready to elevate your career in legal technology and be part of a team that drives global change, apply now and embark on a journey of innovation and excellence with us.
DevSecOps - Upto £60,000 On-site 5 days (West - Midlands) We value discussion and debate as part of our approach. We will question assumptions, ambition and process - but do so with respect and humility. We relish difficult problems, and overcome them with innovation, creativity and technical freedom to help us design optimum solutions. Ethics, privacy and quality are at the heart of our work and we will not sacrifice these for outcomes. We treat data with respect and use it only for the right purpose. Our people are positive, dedicated and relentless. Data is a vast topic, but we strive for interactions that are engaging, informative and fun in equal measure. But maintain a steely focus on outcomes and delivering quality products for our customers. Requirements Specialised in cloud management of platforms, applications, data and supporting infrastructure in the capacity of a system administrator of either the AWS or Azure platform Developing automation to support continuous delivery of changes using technologies on the Azure platform. Developing infrastructure as a service configuration to automate the creation of infrastructure and platforms to host test and production systems Building and setting up new development tools and infrastructure Understanding the needs of stakeholders and conveying this to developers Working on ways to automate and improve development and release processes Testing and examining code written by others and analysing results Ensuring that systems are safe and secure against cybersecurity threats Familiar with the NCSC secure design principles Familiar with managing security of cloud platforms, including administration of secrets, tokens and certificates. Working with Architects, Data and Software Engineers to ensure that development follows established processes and works as intended Planning out projects and being involved in project management decisions Responsible for the design, security, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure Making and guiding effective decisions, explaining clearly how the decision has been reached with the ability to understand and resolve technical disputes across varying levels of complexity and risk. Communicating effectively across organisational, technical and political boundaries to understand the context and how to make complex and technical information and language simple and accessible for non-technical audiences. Understanding of how to expose data from systems (for example, through APIs), link data from multiple systems and deliver streaming services. Ensuring that risks associated with deployment are adequately understood and documented. Ideal Candidates will demonstrate: Experience working across cyber security teams would be beneficial Solid infrastructure design experience for both on-prem and cloud, to implement or migrate applications and databases to Azure. Solid experience in a range of technologies and be able to make assessments as to what is best to be used for the projects and the organisation. As well as suggest and develop innovative approaches within constrained projects and environments. Strong experience in software development, change/release management processes, and technical governance to fully understand the typical life cycle and maintenance of live systems. Ability to work with containerization platforms such as Kubernetes, PKS, Docker; cloud provisioning software, including Ansible, Terraform, Azure blueprints, ARM templates; and application performance analysis and monitoring Experience of functional and non-functional testing including automated deployment experience of applications and databases. Understanding of the government digital service manual and standards across Discovery/Alpha/Beta/Live phases. Understanding of SaaS, PaaS, IaaS technologies and the implications of their use compared with bespoke development. Being able to provide training, support and mentoring to the wider business Knowledge of how to ensure that risks associated with deployment are adequately understood and documented. Desirable Skills & Experience: Worked as part of a system support team, managing live systems and triaging & resolving incidents to resolution including management of known defects and issues. Worked as part of multi-disciplinary project team. Experience with Terraform to deploy cloud infrastructure in Azure Experience with Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions to automate the build and deploy of containerised applications Experience implementing effective instrumentation to monitor applications Experience implementing SAST and DAST tooling in deployment pipelines like Trivvy and SonarQube Experience of both AWS and Azure Dev Ops tooling. This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview. Benefits Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy. By joining us you can expect Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society Strong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadership A supportive and collaborative environment Development - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training Wellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme Flexible Working - including home working and part time Social - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes Time Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year Volunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation Pension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution Discretionary Company Bonus - based on company and individual performance Life Assurance - of 4 times base salary Private Medical Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Travel - season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme For a full list of benefits please visit our website.
18/04/2024
Full time
DevSecOps - Upto £60,000 On-site 5 days (West - Midlands) We value discussion and debate as part of our approach. We will question assumptions, ambition and process - but do so with respect and humility. We relish difficult problems, and overcome them with innovation, creativity and technical freedom to help us design optimum solutions. Ethics, privacy and quality are at the heart of our work and we will not sacrifice these for outcomes. We treat data with respect and use it only for the right purpose. Our people are positive, dedicated and relentless. Data is a vast topic, but we strive for interactions that are engaging, informative and fun in equal measure. But maintain a steely focus on outcomes and delivering quality products for our customers. Requirements Specialised in cloud management of platforms, applications, data and supporting infrastructure in the capacity of a system administrator of either the AWS or Azure platform Developing automation to support continuous delivery of changes using technologies on the Azure platform. Developing infrastructure as a service configuration to automate the creation of infrastructure and platforms to host test and production systems Building and setting up new development tools and infrastructure Understanding the needs of stakeholders and conveying this to developers Working on ways to automate and improve development and release processes Testing and examining code written by others and analysing results Ensuring that systems are safe and secure against cybersecurity threats Familiar with the NCSC secure design principles Familiar with managing security of cloud platforms, including administration of secrets, tokens and certificates. Working with Architects, Data and Software Engineers to ensure that development follows established processes and works as intended Planning out projects and being involved in project management decisions Responsible for the design, security, and maintenance of cloud infrastructure Making and guiding effective decisions, explaining clearly how the decision has been reached with the ability to understand and resolve technical disputes across varying levels of complexity and risk. Communicating effectively across organisational, technical and political boundaries to understand the context and how to make complex and technical information and language simple and accessible for non-technical audiences. Understanding of how to expose data from systems (for example, through APIs), link data from multiple systems and deliver streaming services. Ensuring that risks associated with deployment are adequately understood and documented. Ideal Candidates will demonstrate: Experience working across cyber security teams would be beneficial Solid infrastructure design experience for both on-prem and cloud, to implement or migrate applications and databases to Azure. Solid experience in a range of technologies and be able to make assessments as to what is best to be used for the projects and the organisation. As well as suggest and develop innovative approaches within constrained projects and environments. Strong experience in software development, change/release management processes, and technical governance to fully understand the typical life cycle and maintenance of live systems. Ability to work with containerization platforms such as Kubernetes, PKS, Docker; cloud provisioning software, including Ansible, Terraform, Azure blueprints, ARM templates; and application performance analysis and monitoring Experience of functional and non-functional testing including automated deployment experience of applications and databases. Understanding of the government digital service manual and standards across Discovery/Alpha/Beta/Live phases. Understanding of SaaS, PaaS, IaaS technologies and the implications of their use compared with bespoke development. Being able to provide training, support and mentoring to the wider business Knowledge of how to ensure that risks associated with deployment are adequately understood and documented. Desirable Skills & Experience: Worked as part of a system support team, managing live systems and triaging & resolving incidents to resolution including management of known defects and issues. Worked as part of multi-disciplinary project team. Experience with Terraform to deploy cloud infrastructure in Azure Experience with Azure DevOps and GitHub Actions to automate the build and deploy of containerised applications Experience implementing effective instrumentation to monitor applications Experience implementing SAST and DAST tooling in deployment pipelines like Trivvy and SonarQube Experience of both AWS and Azure Dev Ops tooling. This role will require you to have or be willing to go through Security Clearance. As part of the onboarding process candidates will be asked to complete a Baseline Personnel Security Standard; details of the evidence required to apply may be found on the government website Gov.UK. If you are unable to meet this and any associated criteria, then your employment may be delayed, or rejected. Details of this will be discussed with you at interview. Benefits Methods is passionate about its people; we want our colleagues to develop the things they are good at and enjoy. By joining us you can expect Autonomy to develop and grow your skills and experience Be part of exciting project work that is making a difference in society Strong, inspiring and thought-provoking leadership A supportive and collaborative environment Development - access to LinkedIn Learning, a management development programme, and training Wellness - 24/7 confidential employee assistance programme Flexible Working - including home working and part time Social - office parties, breakfast Tuesdays, monthly pizza Thursdays, Thirsty Thursdays, and commitment to charitable causes Time Off - 25 days of annual leave a year, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy 5 extra days each year Volunteering - 2 paid days per year to volunteer in our local communities or within a charity organisation Pension - Salary Exchange Scheme with 4% employer contribution and 5% employee contribution Discretionary Company Bonus - based on company and individual performance Life Assurance - of 4 times base salary Private Medical Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) Worldwide Travel Insurance - which is non-contributory (spouse and dependants included) Enhanced Maternity and Paternity Pay Travel - season ticket loan, cycle to work scheme For a full list of benefits please visit our website.
Role: Solution Architect - SuccessFactors Location: Netherlands Salary: €75,000 - €100,000 One of my global tech company clients is looking to expand their team in the Netherlands. Our client is currently looking for a Solution Architect within the SuccessFactors space. There is no better time for an ambitious Solution Architect to join a company which is a market leader for digital transformations for clients by modernising and integrating their mainstream IT, and by deploying digital solutions at scale to produce better business outcomes. The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring high quality front-line support to our client's European offices, working closely with peers in their global offices as part of the larger IT Infrastructure Services & Operations function. Requirements Extensive experience as a Solution Architect with a focus on SuccessFactors implementations. In-depth knowledge of SuccessFactors modules, configuration, and integration capabilities. Hands-on experience with SuccessFactors implementation methodologies and tools. Track record in working with new operating models Strong analytical skill set to identify root causes Excellent knowledge across HR Applications offering Dutch speaking skills Are you interested in this position? If so, then please respond with your CV and I will be in touch ASAP. Lawrence Harvey is acting as an Employment Business in regards to this position.
18/04/2024
Full time
Role: Solution Architect - SuccessFactors Location: Netherlands Salary: €75,000 - €100,000 One of my global tech company clients is looking to expand their team in the Netherlands. Our client is currently looking for a Solution Architect within the SuccessFactors space. There is no better time for an ambitious Solution Architect to join a company which is a market leader for digital transformations for clients by modernising and integrating their mainstream IT, and by deploying digital solutions at scale to produce better business outcomes. The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring high quality front-line support to our client's European offices, working closely with peers in their global offices as part of the larger IT Infrastructure Services & Operations function. Requirements Extensive experience as a Solution Architect with a focus on SuccessFactors implementations. In-depth knowledge of SuccessFactors modules, configuration, and integration capabilities. Hands-on experience with SuccessFactors implementation methodologies and tools. Track record in working with new operating models Strong analytical skill set to identify root causes Excellent knowledge across HR Applications offering Dutch speaking skills Are you interested in this position? If so, then please respond with your CV and I will be in touch ASAP. Lawrence Harvey is acting as an Employment Business in regards to this position.
IT Asset Team Leader - Stafford/remote - circa £55k plus package I have an exciting opportunity to join a well-established organisation as an IT Asset Team Leader ensuring all assets are accounted for and any vulnerabilities found on these systems are dealt with. As the IT Asset Team Leader you will be managing two teams, will be hands-on and responsible for working with requesters, stakeholders, project managers and all the engineering teams involved within the delivery pipeline for IT Infrastructure builds. Ensuring that requests and requirements are fully maintained, understood, correctly processed, and prioritised through each team and managed correctly within the system. Skills and experience Proven experience with all aspects of IT infrastructure delivery, project coordination and IT asset management, with Service Asset Lifecycle knowledge. Knowledge of physical and virtual infrastructure within data centre and end-user technology environments, along with Windows and Linux operating systems. Ability to manage and coordinate the delivery of multiple streams of work, from simple requests to multi-scale environment buildouts and vulnerability tracking. Strong communication skills supported by a high level of energy and persuasion, with the ability to interact with all levels of the organisation in a professional, diplomatic, and tactful manner. Presenting project status to other teams and participating in cross-functional meetings and working teams. Experience in team management, with strong time management and planning skills. Thorough understanding of IT delivery management practices and principles, with experience delivering IT projects. Project audit and reporting experience to help ensure compliance with processes and status reporting. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects with independent deadlines and deliverables with a strong attention to detail. Main Responsibilities Ensuring the teams are correctly and efficiently coordinating the planning and tracking of each request to meet the requested dates, whilst keeping the requestor up to date with progress, delays, or any problems. Interacting with the necessary infrastructure teams to ensure work is actioned promptly and that task updates are applied with sufficient detail to provide visibility. Highlighting and escalating delays or problems as required to prevent data slippage and ensuring any delays are communicated with the requesters. Working directly with our project, infrastructure, and development teams to understand work stacks, priorities, and upcoming projects and that we are delivering the requests as planned. Facilitating meetings with requesters to ensure the requirements and timescales are fully understood and any prerequisites are in place and planned. Following up on all requests that are held up or delayed, agreeing on review schedules with the requestors and technical owners to facilitate progress. Building and maintaining relationships with all team leaders and managers involved within the processes, whilst ensuring reviews are regularly carried out to monitor the delivery pipeline. Leading and participating in continual service improvement projects for internal and customer-related systems and platforms. IT Asset Team Leader - Stafford/remote - circa £55k plus package
18/04/2024
Full time
IT Asset Team Leader - Stafford/remote - circa £55k plus package I have an exciting opportunity to join a well-established organisation as an IT Asset Team Leader ensuring all assets are accounted for and any vulnerabilities found on these systems are dealt with. As the IT Asset Team Leader you will be managing two teams, will be hands-on and responsible for working with requesters, stakeholders, project managers and all the engineering teams involved within the delivery pipeline for IT Infrastructure builds. Ensuring that requests and requirements are fully maintained, understood, correctly processed, and prioritised through each team and managed correctly within the system. Skills and experience Proven experience with all aspects of IT infrastructure delivery, project coordination and IT asset management, with Service Asset Lifecycle knowledge. Knowledge of physical and virtual infrastructure within data centre and end-user technology environments, along with Windows and Linux operating systems. Ability to manage and coordinate the delivery of multiple streams of work, from simple requests to multi-scale environment buildouts and vulnerability tracking. Strong communication skills supported by a high level of energy and persuasion, with the ability to interact with all levels of the organisation in a professional, diplomatic, and tactful manner. Presenting project status to other teams and participating in cross-functional meetings and working teams. Experience in team management, with strong time management and planning skills. Thorough understanding of IT delivery management practices and principles, with experience delivering IT projects. Project audit and reporting experience to help ensure compliance with processes and status reporting. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects with independent deadlines and deliverables with a strong attention to detail. Main Responsibilities Ensuring the teams are correctly and efficiently coordinating the planning and tracking of each request to meet the requested dates, whilst keeping the requestor up to date with progress, delays, or any problems. Interacting with the necessary infrastructure teams to ensure work is actioned promptly and that task updates are applied with sufficient detail to provide visibility. Highlighting and escalating delays or problems as required to prevent data slippage and ensuring any delays are communicated with the requesters. Working directly with our project, infrastructure, and development teams to understand work stacks, priorities, and upcoming projects and that we are delivering the requests as planned. Facilitating meetings with requesters to ensure the requirements and timescales are fully understood and any prerequisites are in place and planned. Following up on all requests that are held up or delayed, agreeing on review schedules with the requestors and technical owners to facilitate progress. Building and maintaining relationships with all team leaders and managers involved within the processes, whilst ensuring reviews are regularly carried out to monitor the delivery pipeline. Leading and participating in continual service improvement projects for internal and customer-related systems and platforms. IT Asset Team Leader - Stafford/remote - circa £55k plus package
Cyber Security Architect/Solution Architect/Enterprise Architect with sound knowledge of core Cyber Security. You will be require to go into the office at least twice a week As a Cyber Security Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive security solutions to protect an organisation's information systems. You will work closely with various stakeholders including IT teams, business leaders, and external partners to understand business requirements and develop strategies to mitigate cybersecurity risks. Your primary objective will be to create a robust security architecture that aligns with industry best practices and regulatory requirements while supporting the organization's objectives. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain a detailed security architecture that encompasses network, infrastructure, applications, and data security. Ensure that the architecture aligns with the organization's business goals and supports scalability and flexibility. Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and threats to the organization's information systems. Develop risk mitigation strategies and security controls to address identified risks effectively. Define security policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with industry regulations and best practices (such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR). Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards through regular audits and assessments. Evaluate new and emerging security technologies, tools, and methodologies. Recommend and implement appropriate security solutions to enhance the organization's security posture and resilience against cyber threats. Develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures to effectively respond to security incidents and breaches. Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to contain incidents, minimize impact, and restore normal operations. Promote a culture of security awareness throughout the organization. Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees about cybersecurity best practices, policies, and procedures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, legal, compliance, and risk management to ensure alignment of security initiatives with business objectives. Communicate security risks, issues, and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner. Qualifications and Skills: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Advanced degree or certifications (eg, CISSP, CISM, CEH) preferred. Proven experience (5+ years) in cybersecurity architecture, design, and implementation. Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices. Experience with security frameworks and standards (eg, ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex security challenges and develop innovative solutions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and meet deadlines effectively.
18/04/2024
Full time
Cyber Security Architect/Solution Architect/Enterprise Architect with sound knowledge of core Cyber Security. You will be require to go into the office at least twice a week As a Cyber Security Architect, you will be responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive security solutions to protect an organisation's information systems. You will work closely with various stakeholders including IT teams, business leaders, and external partners to understand business requirements and develop strategies to mitigate cybersecurity risks. Your primary objective will be to create a robust security architecture that aligns with industry best practices and regulatory requirements while supporting the organization's objectives. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain a detailed security architecture that encompasses network, infrastructure, applications, and data security. Ensure that the architecture aligns with the organization's business goals and supports scalability and flexibility. Conduct thorough risk assessments to identify potential vulnerabilities and threats to the organization's information systems. Develop risk mitigation strategies and security controls to address identified risks effectively. Define security policies, standards, and procedures in alignment with industry regulations and best practices (such as ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR). Ensure compliance with relevant regulations and standards through regular audits and assessments. Evaluate new and emerging security technologies, tools, and methodologies. Recommend and implement appropriate security solutions to enhance the organization's security posture and resilience against cyber threats. Develop and maintain incident response plans and procedures to effectively respond to security incidents and breaches. Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to contain incidents, minimize impact, and restore normal operations. Promote a culture of security awareness throughout the organization. Develop and deliver training programs to educate employees about cybersecurity best practices, policies, and procedures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including IT, legal, compliance, and risk management to ensure alignment of security initiatives with business objectives. Communicate security risks, issues, and recommendations to senior management and stakeholders in a clear and concise manner. Qualifications and Skills: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Advanced degree or certifications (eg, CISSP, CISM, CEH) preferred. Proven experience (5+ years) in cybersecurity architecture, design, and implementation. Deep understanding of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices. Experience with security frameworks and standards (eg, ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework). Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess complex security challenges and develop innovative solutions. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage resources, and meet deadlines effectively.
NO SPONSORSHIP QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER SALARY: $140K - $175K FLEX PLUS Bonus LOCATION: Chicago, IL This is a manager position. You will be a people manager managing vendors, outsourced resources, onshore, offshore, MSAS Back End technology. Applications desktop mobility strategies implementations products cloud global experience reducing defects that impact end users productivity will support QA development metrics agile tools processes Microsoft applications Jira ServiceNow This role will lead the Quality Assurance (QA) function for the Information Technology Team. This leader will own quality strategies, implementation and institutionalization of specific tailored solutions for each production deliverable, ongoing development of the team and metrics development, reporting and improvement. The production deliverables include external and internal facing products running on or in laptops, desktops, mobile devices, data centers, cloud and hybrid environments around the world. An important goal of this role is to improve speed to business value and reducing defects that impact end-user productivity. Develop and implement specific QA tailored solutions for each production deliverable. Establish relationship and governance with internal and third-party team members to conduct Quality Assurance responsibilities. Oversee and manage a global QA team with diverse backgrounds supporting QA development, which may include one or more third-party organizations. Ensure that management and allocation of QA resources based on project needs is performed. Develop, implement, or enhance and institutionalize QA processes, including metrics/measurements, reporting, and continuous improvement, that balance risk and delivery timelines. Integrate required and suggested testing framework in the IT Technology Services organization. Staying up to date with current state-of-the-art testing practices, testing practices and testing tools Ensure that QA feedback is being used to improve deliverable life cycle processes. Works with project team members to design, develop, and execute test plans. May consult to project teams, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and Business Units to design and develop test plans, test cases, and execution procedures. Recommends appropriate test execution approach in consideration of cost, scope, and timeline of product/solution delivery. Identifies test execution metrics to project team members. Prepares and communicates test results and reports accurate testing status to project team members. Provides estimates of text execution to support project-level resource planning efforts. May be required to facilitate onboarding and off boarding of in-sourced and/or outsourced testing resources. Review others (team or cross team) executed test results and help determine issues and priorities. Create and maintain quality control artifacts and make available to teams within and outside of IT. Adheres to industry and Firmwide IT specific quality engineering standards and processes. May be required to step in as a product manager for products that do not have an assigned Product Manager. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelors degree 10 years of experience in software development and software quality assurance. 3 years of experience working in Agile development process. 3 years of experience with performance and load testing. 3 years of experience in management of QA organization including management of third parties that are also delivering QA services. Proficiency with software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Proficiency in project management. Strong listening skills and highly collaborative. Microsoft Office applications iDevice (Iphone/IPad) Communications: Avaya Telephone/Equinox, Zoom, TEAMS, SKYPE Test Management System: JIRA, ServiceNow, ADO Project Management: Eclipse/Microsoft Project SQL (Writing simple queries) Enterprise Management Systems, Finance, Human Resource, Time Tracking, Billing, Risk SharePoint
17/04/2024
Full time
NO SPONSORSHIP QUALITY ASSURANCE MANAGER SALARY: $140K - $175K FLEX PLUS Bonus LOCATION: Chicago, IL This is a manager position. You will be a people manager managing vendors, outsourced resources, onshore, offshore, MSAS Back End technology. Applications desktop mobility strategies implementations products cloud global experience reducing defects that impact end users productivity will support QA development metrics agile tools processes Microsoft applications Jira ServiceNow This role will lead the Quality Assurance (QA) function for the Information Technology Team. This leader will own quality strategies, implementation and institutionalization of specific tailored solutions for each production deliverable, ongoing development of the team and metrics development, reporting and improvement. The production deliverables include external and internal facing products running on or in laptops, desktops, mobile devices, data centers, cloud and hybrid environments around the world. An important goal of this role is to improve speed to business value and reducing defects that impact end-user productivity. Develop and implement specific QA tailored solutions for each production deliverable. Establish relationship and governance with internal and third-party team members to conduct Quality Assurance responsibilities. Oversee and manage a global QA team with diverse backgrounds supporting QA development, which may include one or more third-party organizations. Ensure that management and allocation of QA resources based on project needs is performed. Develop, implement, or enhance and institutionalize QA processes, including metrics/measurements, reporting, and continuous improvement, that balance risk and delivery timelines. Integrate required and suggested testing framework in the IT Technology Services organization. Staying up to date with current state-of-the-art testing practices, testing practices and testing tools Ensure that QA feedback is being used to improve deliverable life cycle processes. Works with project team members to design, develop, and execute test plans. May consult to project teams, Subject Matter Experts (SMEs), and Business Units to design and develop test plans, test cases, and execution procedures. Recommends appropriate test execution approach in consideration of cost, scope, and timeline of product/solution delivery. Identifies test execution metrics to project team members. Prepares and communicates test results and reports accurate testing status to project team members. Provides estimates of text execution to support project-level resource planning efforts. May be required to facilitate onboarding and off boarding of in-sourced and/or outsourced testing resources. Review others (team or cross team) executed test results and help determine issues and priorities. Create and maintain quality control artifacts and make available to teams within and outside of IT. Adheres to industry and Firmwide IT specific quality engineering standards and processes. May be required to step in as a product manager for products that do not have an assigned Product Manager. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelors degree 10 years of experience in software development and software quality assurance. 3 years of experience working in Agile development process. 3 years of experience with performance and load testing. 3 years of experience in management of QA organization including management of third parties that are also delivering QA services. Proficiency with software QA methodologies, tools, and processes. Proficiency in project management. Strong listening skills and highly collaborative. Microsoft Office applications iDevice (Iphone/IPad) Communications: Avaya Telephone/Equinox, Zoom, TEAMS, SKYPE Test Management System: JIRA, ServiceNow, ADO Project Management: Eclipse/Microsoft Project SQL (Writing simple queries) Enterprise Management Systems, Finance, Human Resource, Time Tracking, Billing, Risk SharePoint
Linux Systems Manager - Up to £72K - Haywards heath We are looking for an experienced HPC Team Lead to make a significant impact on our HPC and Cloud environment. In this role, you will work closely with our team to develop our DevOps environment and lead the transition from older IT Ops approaches into a more Agile way of working. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with leadership skills and a strong technical background and excellent communication skills to help us maintain our cutting-edge technology infrastructure. Principle Accountabilities Mentor and coach members of the team. Improve and develop our systems, technology, and infrastructure, alongside providing third line technical support; Make sure the operational maintenance model, and the tools used, are efficient and well-designed. Understanding the client's needs and converting this into technical solutions is important as well as the continued stability, availability, and performance of the platforms. Essential Leadership experience. Linux administration, preferably in an HPC environment this is desirable Good experience with Agile Project Management Knowledge in FAI, Puppet and Zabbix Fast and effective problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to work An enthusiastic attitude towards learning and flexibility to adapt to new challenges or changes in direction What is in it for you? Competitive salary commensurate with experience Highly attractive bonus scheme Initial 22 days annual leave with future increases, complemented by a flexible buying and selling holiday program Company pension with generous employer contribution Wellbeing Unmind app - puts you in control of your mental health A flexible benefits platform with numerous discount schemes - gym membership, restaurants, cinema tickets, and much more! Regular social club events, spontaneous reward events throughout the year Cycle purchase scheme Flexible Private Medical & Dental care programmes Sponsorship of visas/comprehensive relocation packages Linux Systems Manager - Up to £72K - Haywards heath
17/04/2024
Full time
Linux Systems Manager - Up to £72K - Haywards heath We are looking for an experienced HPC Team Lead to make a significant impact on our HPC and Cloud environment. In this role, you will work closely with our team to develop our DevOps environment and lead the transition from older IT Ops approaches into a more Agile way of working. We are looking for a highly motivated individual with leadership skills and a strong technical background and excellent communication skills to help us maintain our cutting-edge technology infrastructure. Principle Accountabilities Mentor and coach members of the team. Improve and develop our systems, technology, and infrastructure, alongside providing third line technical support; Make sure the operational maintenance model, and the tools used, are efficient and well-designed. Understanding the client's needs and converting this into technical solutions is important as well as the continued stability, availability, and performance of the platforms. Essential Leadership experience. Linux administration, preferably in an HPC environment this is desirable Good experience with Agile Project Management Knowledge in FAI, Puppet and Zabbix Fast and effective problem-solving skills and a methodical approach to work An enthusiastic attitude towards learning and flexibility to adapt to new challenges or changes in direction What is in it for you? Competitive salary commensurate with experience Highly attractive bonus scheme Initial 22 days annual leave with future increases, complemented by a flexible buying and selling holiday program Company pension with generous employer contribution Wellbeing Unmind app - puts you in control of your mental health A flexible benefits platform with numerous discount schemes - gym membership, restaurants, cinema tickets, and much more! Regular social club events, spontaneous reward events throughout the year Cycle purchase scheme Flexible Private Medical & Dental care programmes Sponsorship of visas/comprehensive relocation packages Linux Systems Manager - Up to £72K - Haywards heath
Job Opportunity My client is looking for an IT Manager to join their new manufacturing site in Deeside, Wales. This position will be responsible for managing all of the technology for the UK site. This will be my client's first site within the UK. Job Responsibilities Managing software and hardware technologies for the UK site. Directly manage 2 other IT professionals in the Deeside office Manage the IT budget PC Installation Provide 1st line support for all UK staff Provide Network support for all UK staff Communicate with staff across all levels (Productive to Director level) Provide recommendations for new technologies for the site Requirements Individuals who have worked in mix of manufacturing/warehouse/office based Individuals who can demonstrate their ability to flex between managing teams/leadership responsibilities - in the early phase of this role individuals will be the single point of contact in IT so spending a lot of time at the site in work wear supporting infrastructure/IT service to the construction project Someone who can take the group IT strategy and deliver it on site in the UK Strong approach to Cyber Security and problem solving to new technologies Leadership capability - recruiting a team, coaching others, provide direction, build strategy Apply today for immediate consideration!
17/04/2024
Full time
Job Opportunity My client is looking for an IT Manager to join their new manufacturing site in Deeside, Wales. This position will be responsible for managing all of the technology for the UK site. This will be my client's first site within the UK. Job Responsibilities Managing software and hardware technologies for the UK site. Directly manage 2 other IT professionals in the Deeside office Manage the IT budget PC Installation Provide 1st line support for all UK staff Provide Network support for all UK staff Communicate with staff across all levels (Productive to Director level) Provide recommendations for new technologies for the site Requirements Individuals who have worked in mix of manufacturing/warehouse/office based Individuals who can demonstrate their ability to flex between managing teams/leadership responsibilities - in the early phase of this role individuals will be the single point of contact in IT so spending a lot of time at the site in work wear supporting infrastructure/IT service to the construction project Someone who can take the group IT strategy and deliver it on site in the UK Strong approach to Cyber Security and problem solving to new technologies Leadership capability - recruiting a team, coaching others, provide direction, build strategy Apply today for immediate consideration!
Endpoint Systems Administrator - Manchester - 2 year fixed term We are seeking a diligent Endpoint Systems Administrator who will be responsible for managing and maintaining an effective technology infrastructure. The successful candidate will be a key team member, ensuring the smooth running of systems and providing critical tech support. Client Details Our client is a renowned institution in the not-for-profit sector. With over 10,000 employees, it is one of the largest organisations of its kind in Manchester. Dedicated to providing exemplary service and making significant contributions to their field, they are a leader in their industry. Description Responsibilities include; Manage and maintain the technology infrastructure Provide technical support to team members Monitor and resolve system issues promptly Ensure the security of the systems Collaborate with the technology team to optimise systems Contribute to the development of IT strategies Manage software installations and updates Document system performance and maintenance tasks Profile The successful candidate will have; Extensive experience with desktop administration and management within a large and complex organisation. Highly knowledgeable about application packaging and delivery in both a Windows and MacOS environment. Experience of taking a technical lead on designing and leading on an automated operating system and desktop application deployment. Experience of Scripting, automation, SCCM, Group Policy, endpoint protection and patching. Very knowledgeable about software packaging tools, eg AdminStudio. Experience of using Intune and other endpoint management tools to deliver a seamless desktop user experience. Knowledge of emerging trends with respect to application packing and endpoint management solutions. Job Offer This role offers; A competitive salary of £36,000 - £44,000 per annum An opportunity to work in one of the largest not-for-profit organisations in Manchester A supportive work environment with a dedicated tech team Fixed Term Contract with potential for extension
17/04/2024
Endpoint Systems Administrator - Manchester - 2 year fixed term We are seeking a diligent Endpoint Systems Administrator who will be responsible for managing and maintaining an effective technology infrastructure. The successful candidate will be a key team member, ensuring the smooth running of systems and providing critical tech support. Client Details Our client is a renowned institution in the not-for-profit sector. With over 10,000 employees, it is one of the largest organisations of its kind in Manchester. Dedicated to providing exemplary service and making significant contributions to their field, they are a leader in their industry. Description Responsibilities include; Manage and maintain the technology infrastructure Provide technical support to team members Monitor and resolve system issues promptly Ensure the security of the systems Collaborate with the technology team to optimise systems Contribute to the development of IT strategies Manage software installations and updates Document system performance and maintenance tasks Profile The successful candidate will have; Extensive experience with desktop administration and management within a large and complex organisation. Highly knowledgeable about application packaging and delivery in both a Windows and MacOS environment. Experience of taking a technical lead on designing and leading on an automated operating system and desktop application deployment. Experience of Scripting, automation, SCCM, Group Policy, endpoint protection and patching. Very knowledgeable about software packaging tools, eg AdminStudio. Experience of using Intune and other endpoint management tools to deliver a seamless desktop user experience. Knowledge of emerging trends with respect to application packing and endpoint management solutions. Job Offer This role offers; A competitive salary of £36,000 - £44,000 per annum An opportunity to work in one of the largest not-for-profit organisations in Manchester A supportive work environment with a dedicated tech team Fixed Term Contract with potential for extension
Lead Platform Engineer York £70,000 I'm currently partnered with a well known organisation in York who are embarking on an exciting digital and automation journey. There's some pretty exciting stuff lined up in the pipeline, but in the interim they are focusing on hiring into a brand new position, for a Platform Engineer to support them on their integration and automation journey. There will also be a focus on no code solutions, for example Power Apps. This candidate will also be responsible for managing the DevOps practice to leverage the business improvement function. You will be looked upon as a leader in the digital and IT teams and will be there to provide guidance on their transformation journey. As this role will sit in the infrastructure function the successful candidate will also follow best practice for the wider Azure environment. This role will sit across three workstreams; Automation discovery to leverage technology and no/low code development Developing low/no code DevOps strategy Deploying new digital tools To be considered for the role you should be able to demonstrate: Proven experience in a management position in a DevOps environment and working with low/no code solutions Experience developing Power Apps and working with the wider platform Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure Automation experience eg Powershell & Azure DevOps As mentioned the organisation have a solid pipeline of business transformation and this role is a real opportunity to help transform the way things are done and improve processes. They can offer a flexible working arrangement and some excellent benefits. To be considered for the role please reach out for an initial chat. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
17/04/2024
Full time
Lead Platform Engineer York £70,000 I'm currently partnered with a well known organisation in York who are embarking on an exciting digital and automation journey. There's some pretty exciting stuff lined up in the pipeline, but in the interim they are focusing on hiring into a brand new position, for a Platform Engineer to support them on their integration and automation journey. There will also be a focus on no code solutions, for example Power Apps. This candidate will also be responsible for managing the DevOps practice to leverage the business improvement function. You will be looked upon as a leader in the digital and IT teams and will be there to provide guidance on their transformation journey. As this role will sit in the infrastructure function the successful candidate will also follow best practice for the wider Azure environment. This role will sit across three workstreams; Automation discovery to leverage technology and no/low code development Developing low/no code DevOps strategy Deploying new digital tools To be considered for the role you should be able to demonstrate: Proven experience in a management position in a DevOps environment and working with low/no code solutions Experience developing Power Apps and working with the wider platform Experience with cloud platforms, preferably Azure Automation experience eg Powershell & Azure DevOps As mentioned the organisation have a solid pipeline of business transformation and this role is a real opportunity to help transform the way things are done and improve processes. They can offer a flexible working arrangement and some excellent benefits. To be considered for the role please reach out for an initial chat. Modis International Ltd acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers in the UK. Modis Europe Ltd provide a variety of international solutions that connect clients to the best talent in the world. For all positions based in Switzerland, Modis Europe Ltd works with its licensed Swiss partner Accurity GmbH to ensure that candidate applications are handled in accordance with Swiss law. Both Modis International Ltd and Modis Europe Ltd are Equal Opportunities Employers. By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Modis International Ltd and/or Modis Europe Ltd. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement which explains how we will use your information is available on the Modis website.
Senior Software Engineers with a background in software development using C#/.NET are required by this major client, who is creating a new start up engineering capability in their Leeds offices, where you will provide best in class technical solutions on all three major Public Clouds to a wide range of major Public Sector organisations. As a result of the work that they do, this client requires applicants to hold or be capable of obtaining UK National Security Vetting, the requirements for which could include but not be limited to having resided in the UK for at least the past 5 years and being a UK national or dual UK national. Please note your application will not be taken forward if you cannot fulfil these requirements. In order to secure one of these Lead Software Engineer roles you must come from a Software Development background and still be technically hands on with coding/Scripting. You will also have good experience in client/stakeholder management, team leadership and organisational skills as well as being able to demonstrate the following experience: Be a subject matter expert in full stack C#/.Net Core. Hands on experience Front End technologies, such as React or Angular. Demonstrable experience mentoring and quality checking the work of junior engineers whilst building distributed systems and secure products at scale. Have an understanding of design practices, system architecture and conducting code reviews. Experience using containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes etc) Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices best practices. Extensive experience with CI/CD tooling (Github Actions, CircleCI etc) Experience building infrastructure testing within the pipeline for automated deployments Knowledge of Database systems and models This is an opportunity for significant growth, but with a start-up feel and mentality. In this role you will have the chance to build and be part of a new concept. This client is creating an onshore engineering team to gain access to a new segment of the technology market where there is opportunity for significant growth. They are looking for people to help establish the culture and ways of working of the team so we are well placed to make the most of this opportunity. We need help in curating and evolving this culture over time as it's the most important element to the business. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
17/04/2024
Full time
Senior Software Engineers with a background in software development using C#/.NET are required by this major client, who is creating a new start up engineering capability in their Leeds offices, where you will provide best in class technical solutions on all three major Public Clouds to a wide range of major Public Sector organisations. As a result of the work that they do, this client requires applicants to hold or be capable of obtaining UK National Security Vetting, the requirements for which could include but not be limited to having resided in the UK for at least the past 5 years and being a UK national or dual UK national. Please note your application will not be taken forward if you cannot fulfil these requirements. In order to secure one of these Lead Software Engineer roles you must come from a Software Development background and still be technically hands on with coding/Scripting. You will also have good experience in client/stakeholder management, team leadership and organisational skills as well as being able to demonstrate the following experience: Be a subject matter expert in full stack C#/.Net Core. Hands on experience Front End technologies, such as React or Angular. Demonstrable experience mentoring and quality checking the work of junior engineers whilst building distributed systems and secure products at scale. Have an understanding of design practices, system architecture and conducting code reviews. Experience using containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes etc) Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices best practices. Extensive experience with CI/CD tooling (Github Actions, CircleCI etc) Experience building infrastructure testing within the pipeline for automated deployments Knowledge of Database systems and models This is an opportunity for significant growth, but with a start-up feel and mentality. In this role you will have the chance to build and be part of a new concept. This client is creating an onshore engineering team to gain access to a new segment of the technology market where there is opportunity for significant growth. They are looking for people to help establish the culture and ways of working of the team so we are well placed to make the most of this opportunity. We need help in curating and evolving this culture over time as it's the most important element to the business. Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Request Technology - Craig Johnson
Chicago, Illinois
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Financial Risk Management Systems Product Manager. Candidate will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining Products Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for system development, integration and deployment Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Continuously monitor and evaluate the product backlog to ensure that it is meeting stakeholder needs and delivering value Identify scope gaps and missing requirements by acquiring an in-depth understanding of current state capabilities (ie, Legacy system) and future state needs Proactively identify and escalates risks and issues to the leadership team. Monitor vendor performance (where applicable) against statements of work Meet complex business needs in an efficient, flexible, and ever-improving manner Indirectly supervise project team members from across FRM and internal technology teams. May involve direct supervision of individuals or teams within one year. Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in relevant fields including Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering among others MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
16/04/2024
Full time
*We are unable to sponsor for this permanent Full time role* *Position is bonus eligible* Prestigious Financial Company is currently seeking a Financial Risk Management Systems Product Manager. Candidate will be responsible for maximizing the value of the Products delivered to our stakeholders by representing business interests, working with our technology teams to determine requirements, creating a product roadmap for development, and prioritizing the work. The Product Owner will work in a hybrid agile methodology collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Product Owner must ensure that the technology teams understand and are aligned with the Product vision and that leadership is kept aware of Product progress and status. Responsibilities: Act as the primary point of contact for stakeholders regarding the product backlog and product development Interact with internal and external stakeholders such as regulators, exchanges and other external parties in explaining Products Elicit, interpret, lead requirement workshop discussions with vendors, stakeholders and/or product owners; assist in the development of backlog items and acceptance criteria Work with internal and external stakeholders to understand their needs and ensure that they are reflected in the product backlog Maintain direct communications with senior and middle management Coordinate preparation of materials for Management Committee, Board of Directors and Regulatory meetings as needed Maintain Product Vision and Roadmap Understand regulatory requirements and drivers impacting development goals and plans Evaluate product changes and recommend needed process and system changes Develop functional capabilities within the organization by driving innovation and continuous process improvements Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define and prioritize the product backlog Refine the product backlog to ensure that it is ready for development Maintain product budget and forecast. Seek to optimize product delivery in the most cost effective manner. Collaborate with technology partners and teams to drive strategic plans for system development, integration and deployment Work with the Project Owners/Managers, Technology Lead, and Scrum Master to ensure that the team is following the hybrid agile methodology and that any issues are addressed in a timely manner Document and/or sign-off on acceptance criteria for user stories Ensure that the product backlog is transparent, visible, and understood by all stakeholders Ensure there is a clear traceability of requirements to deliverables Ensure the product complies with all non-functional requirements Comply with all product delivery controls and procedures Continuously monitor and evaluate the product backlog to ensure that it is meeting stakeholder needs and delivering value Identify scope gaps and missing requirements by acquiring an in-depth understanding of current state capabilities (ie, Legacy system) and future state needs Proactively identify and escalates risks and issues to the leadership team. Monitor vendor performance (where applicable) against statements of work Meet complex business needs in an efficient, flexible, and ever-improving manner Indirectly supervise project team members from across FRM and internal technology teams. May involve direct supervision of individuals or teams within one year. Qualifications: Previous experience as a Product Manager/Owner in a hybrid agile methodology is required Strong understanding of Agile product management methodologies and product development processes Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal and influencing skills, including ability to interact effectively with peers, all levels of management, regulators and member firms Ability to work effectively with and lead cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Demonstrated ability to gather, analyze, and evaluate facts, and prepare and present concise oral and written reports Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Must be able to work under deadlines and manage multiple tasks Self-directed; Ability to work both independently with minimal direction or oversight in a team-oriented, collaborative environment Experience working in the financial services industry General securities markets, derivatives knowledge required Strong knowledge in multiple asset classes like equities, interest rates, volatility, commodities, and foreign currencies (Risk Pillar Specific) Experience with central counter-party clearing, settlement of derivatives, financial risk management and regulated capital markets infrastructure Willingness to roll up your sleeves and do whatever is necessary Proficiency using Jira, Confluence, Tableau and Microsoft Office applications Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in relevant fields including Accounting, Finance, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Engineering among others MBA, MS or equivalent graduate degree in a relevant field preferred 10+ years of financial risk management experience leading teams and building robust business processes is required 2+ years of product management experience, preferably with Risk Management products and capabilities Demonstrated experience with ensuring effective process change management 10+ years of experience in financial services/regulated capital markets infrastructure. Experience with an exchange, regulator or clearing house preferred
iO Associates seeks a Security Cleared Network Engineer to work with our client in Basingstoke Area. The client is a global leader in technology solutions and services, specializing in IT and communication products. Renowned for innovation in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity solutions. Trusted by businesses worldwide for reliable and cutting-edge technology. Job Title: Network Engineer Location: Basingstoke, UK Job Type: Permanent Salary: Up to £55k per annum As a member of the delivery team, you will communicate as needed with the present SMEs on networking, infrastructure, applications, and security, also assist the Solution Architects in the creation and dissemination of frameworks that facilitate and direct the design and development of integrated solutions that satisfy present and future business requirements will be your responsibility. Required: Network design (high and low level) Configuring network devices Previous experience Cisco routing and switching devices Demonstrable understanding of OSPF, EIGRP and BGP routing protocols. Demonstrable understanding of NAT, GRE Tunnelling protocol, DMVPN Tunnelling Protocol, Subnetting & Supernetting. Benefits 25 days of annual leave along with public holidays (3 flexible) Double matching contributions up to 10% for pension Flexible benefits, including options for increased holidays, travel, dental coverage, critical illness, and more. This is the position for you if you want to work for a global company that values its employees' work life balance and invests in talent in terms of training. Please apply to the link below or get in touch with Rebecca Virk if you need more information on the role.
16/04/2024
Full time
iO Associates seeks a Security Cleared Network Engineer to work with our client in Basingstoke Area. The client is a global leader in technology solutions and services, specializing in IT and communication products. Renowned for innovation in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity solutions. Trusted by businesses worldwide for reliable and cutting-edge technology. Job Title: Network Engineer Location: Basingstoke, UK Job Type: Permanent Salary: Up to £55k per annum As a member of the delivery team, you will communicate as needed with the present SMEs on networking, infrastructure, applications, and security, also assist the Solution Architects in the creation and dissemination of frameworks that facilitate and direct the design and development of integrated solutions that satisfy present and future business requirements will be your responsibility. Required: Network design (high and low level) Configuring network devices Previous experience Cisco routing and switching devices Demonstrable understanding of OSPF, EIGRP and BGP routing protocols. Demonstrable understanding of NAT, GRE Tunnelling protocol, DMVPN Tunnelling Protocol, Subnetting & Supernetting. Benefits 25 days of annual leave along with public holidays (3 flexible) Double matching contributions up to 10% for pension Flexible benefits, including options for increased holidays, travel, dental coverage, critical illness, and more. This is the position for you if you want to work for a global company that values its employees' work life balance and invests in talent in terms of training. Please apply to the link below or get in touch with Rebecca Virk if you need more information on the role.
Senior and Lead Software Engineers with a background in software development using C#/.NET are required by this major client, who is creating a new start up engineering capability in their Leeds offices, where you will lead some of their teams who provide best in class technical solutions on all three major Public Clouds to a wide range of major Public Sector organisations. As a result of the work that they do, this client requires applicants to hold or be capable of obtaining UK National Security Vetting, the requirements for which could include but not be limited to having resided in the UK for at least the past 5 years and being a UK national or dual UK national. Please note your application will not be taken forward if you cannot fulfil these requirements. In order to secure one of these Lead Software Engineer roles you must come from a Software Development background and still be technically hands on with coding/Scripting. You will also have good experience in client/stakeholder management, team leadership and organisational skills as well as being able to demonstrate the following experience: Be a subject matter expert in full stack C#/.Net Core. Hands on experience Front End technologies, such as React or Angular. Demonstrable experience leading engineering teams building distributed systems and secure products at scale. Have a solid understanding of design practices, system architecture and conducting code reviews. Experience using containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes etc) Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices best practices. Extensive experience with CI/CD tooling (Github Actions, CircleCI etc) Experience building infrastructure testing within the pipeline for automated deployments Knowledge of Database systems and models This is an opportunity for significant growth, but with a start-up feel and mentality. In this role you will have the chance to build and be part of a new concept. This client is creating an onshore engineering team to gain access to a new segment of the technology market where there is opportunity for significant growth. They are looking for people to help establish the culture and ways of working of the team so we are well placed to make the most of this opportunity. We need help in curating and evolving this culture over time as it's the most important element to the business. IND_PC2 Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
16/04/2024
Full time
Senior and Lead Software Engineers with a background in software development using C#/.NET are required by this major client, who is creating a new start up engineering capability in their Leeds offices, where you will lead some of their teams who provide best in class technical solutions on all three major Public Clouds to a wide range of major Public Sector organisations. As a result of the work that they do, this client requires applicants to hold or be capable of obtaining UK National Security Vetting, the requirements for which could include but not be limited to having resided in the UK for at least the past 5 years and being a UK national or dual UK national. Please note your application will not be taken forward if you cannot fulfil these requirements. In order to secure one of these Lead Software Engineer roles you must come from a Software Development background and still be technically hands on with coding/Scripting. You will also have good experience in client/stakeholder management, team leadership and organisational skills as well as being able to demonstrate the following experience: Be a subject matter expert in full stack C#/.Net Core. Hands on experience Front End technologies, such as React or Angular. Demonstrable experience leading engineering teams building distributed systems and secure products at scale. Have a solid understanding of design practices, system architecture and conducting code reviews. Experience using containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes etc) Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices best practices. Extensive experience with CI/CD tooling (Github Actions, CircleCI etc) Experience building infrastructure testing within the pipeline for automated deployments Knowledge of Database systems and models This is an opportunity for significant growth, but with a start-up feel and mentality. In this role you will have the chance to build and be part of a new concept. This client is creating an onshore engineering team to gain access to a new segment of the technology market where there is opportunity for significant growth. They are looking for people to help establish the culture and ways of working of the team so we are well placed to make the most of this opportunity. We need help in curating and evolving this culture over time as it's the most important element to the business. IND_PC2 Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.