Job Description Data Security Analyst - Cyber & Information Resilience Salary: National ranging from £51,200 to £68,000 and London from £56,400 to £75,000 Eligibility of Security clearance is mandatory Are you interested in joining a team that will design and implement a data security strategy? The team/department The Cyber and Information Resilience (C&IR) Team is a department that has been formed to respond to the growing threat from cyber security and the organisation's increasing reliance on the data in order to effectively regulate of the financial sector and ensure that relevant markets function well. Within the department, the C&IR Operational Assurance Team is responsible for the definition and provision of and integrated set of security and information assurance activities across the whole of the FCA. C&IR Operational Assurance will conduct security and data reviews, analysis and testing to confirm the appropriate application (whether through technology, process or behaviour) of the policies and the secure operation of the FCA's systems and the information and data thereon. What you will be doing (the role) * Manage the design, development, and implementation of data security strategy and policies across the organisation * Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and areas for improvement in data security practices * Collaborate with internal stakeholders to assess data security requirements for new projects and initiatives * Provide guidance and support to business units on data security best practices and compliance requirements * Monitor and analyse data security incidents, investigate root causes, and implement corrective actions as necessary * Lead Data Loss Protection (DLP) rule development life cycle including policy development, response rules, and maintenance * Acts as the subject matter expert for a DLP domain, producing knowledge transfer materials, and dealing with complex internal and external stakeholder queries * Develop and enforce security controls for cloud-based infrastructure in alignment with enterprise requirements What you will get from the role * Being part of a multi-disciplinary team that is strategically important to the mission of the FCA * Influence the strategic direction of information compliance and resilience at the FCA * Work in an environment that encourages learning and collaboration within all areas of Cyber and Information Security * Opportunity to develop and mature the information assurance control framework through leadership and direction, driving values and behaviours to ensure alignment and commitment between key stakeholders and the wider business Our competitive flexible benefits scheme gives you the opportunity to create a personalised benefits package, tailored to suit your life cycle. You can use this allowance to purchase additional benefits such as dental or cycle to work or you have the option top up your base salary by taking this as cash. Core benefits that you will receive as standard are: * 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays * Private healthcare with Bupa * A non-contributory Pension of at least 8% of basic salary each month (there are several contribution levels that increase depending on your age - up to 12% a month once you reach age 35) * Life assurance of eight times your basic salary * Income protection We support hybrid working which means you will be able to work from home up to 60% of the time over a month with the remainder of your time in one of our three office locations. The skills and experience you will have Minimum We are a signatory to the Government's Disability Confident scheme. This means that we will offer an interview to disabled candidates entering under the scheme, who best meet the minimum criteria for a role. * Proven experience of Data Loss Prevention technologies (Network, Email, Endpoint, etc.) and processes * Demonstrable evidence of performing technical assessments and audits of information and data repositories, such as M365, as well as auditing IT processes * Experience of Information and Data Risk Management practices Essential * Proven background in security engineering, data protection, data life cycle management, data loss prevention or the supporting of these security solutions * Experience implementing policy modules for automation across industry standards including ISO27001 and GDPR * Working knowledge of Microsoft Purview functionality, ability to deliver the best business solution to ensure compliance across the Microsoft Office Suite of products * Hands-on involvement in the delivery and execution of more than one of the areas listed in the job description key responsibilities * Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and oversee mitigation of data security risks About the FCA The FCA regulates the conduct of nearly 45,000 firms in the UK to ensure our financial markets are honest, fair and competitive. We do this to make sure markets work well for individuals, businesses and the economy as a whole. For more information on what we do, our three-year strategy can be found here. The FCA's Values & Diversity Our ambition is to cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences and similarities enable us to be a better organisation - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better regulation. The FCA is committed to achieving greater diversity across all levels of the organisations. Given this, we particularly welcome applications from women, disabled and minority ethnic candidates for our senior associate role. Flexible working We welcome applications from candidates who are looking for flexible arrangements. Many of our staff work flexibly including working part time, staggered hours, and job shares. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want but we won't judge you for asking. Multi-location As part of the FCA's on-going commitment to develop our national presence, most of our vacancies are now open to working in our Edinburgh, Leeds, or London offices. This means that as part of the application process you will be able to select your preference of which office location you would like to work from. Our Recruitment Delivery Team are committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any accommodations or adjustments as a result of disability, impairment, or health condition, please do not hesitate to let me know by emailing.
03/05/2024
Full time
Job Description Data Security Analyst - Cyber & Information Resilience Salary: National ranging from £51,200 to £68,000 and London from £56,400 to £75,000 Eligibility of Security clearance is mandatory Are you interested in joining a team that will design and implement a data security strategy? The team/department The Cyber and Information Resilience (C&IR) Team is a department that has been formed to respond to the growing threat from cyber security and the organisation's increasing reliance on the data in order to effectively regulate of the financial sector and ensure that relevant markets function well. Within the department, the C&IR Operational Assurance Team is responsible for the definition and provision of and integrated set of security and information assurance activities across the whole of the FCA. C&IR Operational Assurance will conduct security and data reviews, analysis and testing to confirm the appropriate application (whether through technology, process or behaviour) of the policies and the secure operation of the FCA's systems and the information and data thereon. What you will be doing (the role) * Manage the design, development, and implementation of data security strategy and policies across the organisation * Conduct risk assessments and audits to identify vulnerabilities and areas for improvement in data security practices * Collaborate with internal stakeholders to assess data security requirements for new projects and initiatives * Provide guidance and support to business units on data security best practices and compliance requirements * Monitor and analyse data security incidents, investigate root causes, and implement corrective actions as necessary * Lead Data Loss Protection (DLP) rule development life cycle including policy development, response rules, and maintenance * Acts as the subject matter expert for a DLP domain, producing knowledge transfer materials, and dealing with complex internal and external stakeholder queries * Develop and enforce security controls for cloud-based infrastructure in alignment with enterprise requirements What you will get from the role * Being part of a multi-disciplinary team that is strategically important to the mission of the FCA * Influence the strategic direction of information compliance and resilience at the FCA * Work in an environment that encourages learning and collaboration within all areas of Cyber and Information Security * Opportunity to develop and mature the information assurance control framework through leadership and direction, driving values and behaviours to ensure alignment and commitment between key stakeholders and the wider business Our competitive flexible benefits scheme gives you the opportunity to create a personalised benefits package, tailored to suit your life cycle. You can use this allowance to purchase additional benefits such as dental or cycle to work or you have the option top up your base salary by taking this as cash. Core benefits that you will receive as standard are: * 25 days holiday per year plus bank holidays * Private healthcare with Bupa * A non-contributory Pension of at least 8% of basic salary each month (there are several contribution levels that increase depending on your age - up to 12% a month once you reach age 35) * Life assurance of eight times your basic salary * Income protection We support hybrid working which means you will be able to work from home up to 60% of the time over a month with the remainder of your time in one of our three office locations. The skills and experience you will have Minimum We are a signatory to the Government's Disability Confident scheme. This means that we will offer an interview to disabled candidates entering under the scheme, who best meet the minimum criteria for a role. * Proven experience of Data Loss Prevention technologies (Network, Email, Endpoint, etc.) and processes * Demonstrable evidence of performing technical assessments and audits of information and data repositories, such as M365, as well as auditing IT processes * Experience of Information and Data Risk Management practices Essential * Proven background in security engineering, data protection, data life cycle management, data loss prevention or the supporting of these security solutions * Experience implementing policy modules for automation across industry standards including ISO27001 and GDPR * Working knowledge of Microsoft Purview functionality, ability to deliver the best business solution to ensure compliance across the Microsoft Office Suite of products * Hands-on involvement in the delivery and execution of more than one of the areas listed in the job description key responsibilities * Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and oversee mitigation of data security risks About the FCA The FCA regulates the conduct of nearly 45,000 firms in the UK to ensure our financial markets are honest, fair and competitive. We do this to make sure markets work well for individuals, businesses and the economy as a whole. For more information on what we do, our three-year strategy can be found here. The FCA's Values & Diversity Our ambition is to cultivate a culture of inclusion for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences and similarities enable us to be a better organisation - one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better regulation. The FCA is committed to achieving greater diversity across all levels of the organisations. Given this, we particularly welcome applications from women, disabled and minority ethnic candidates for our senior associate role. Flexible working We welcome applications from candidates who are looking for flexible arrangements. Many of our staff work flexibly including working part time, staggered hours, and job shares. We can't promise to give you exactly what you want but we won't judge you for asking. Multi-location As part of the FCA's on-going commitment to develop our national presence, most of our vacancies are now open to working in our Edinburgh, Leeds, or London offices. This means that as part of the application process you will be able to select your preference of which office location you would like to work from. Our Recruitment Delivery Team are committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any accommodations or adjustments as a result of disability, impairment, or health condition, please do not hesitate to let me know by emailing.
Head of BI - SSIS, SSRS, SQL Server, CRM Do you want to work for a business that is truly making a difference to peoples lives? A healthcare charity are looking for a new head of database development and BI, to lead their BI function whilst developing, delivering and leveraging their 2 CRM systems. Acting as a Project manager for system upgrades, data warehouse deliveries etc. Key Responsibilities - Create annual database and BI operating plans, taking responsibility for the annual budget and plan for the database and BI function. - Develop, implement and review data platform strategy, including potential migration to cloud-based solutions like Microsoft Azure, etc. - Line-manage Database developer & BI analyst roles and CRM training specialist - Be a key member of the digital transformation group. - Oversee Database administration. - Ensure continued availability of the data systems - Oversee, challenge and sign off new business requirements relating to changes in the CRM systems and data warehouses. - Revising the suitability of the data warehouse and its associated data model, refining the design of the data models where required. - Liaise with CRM/SQL vendors. - Ensure all datasets have appropriate levels of data governance and maintain up-to date knowledge of GDPR and legislation. - Oversee the management of CRM/BI/Data warehouse issues. - Be the key contact for database queries. - Optimise use of SQL, SSIS,SSRS, Microsoft Visual Studio, etc Essential Skills - Degree educated (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field - Advanced knowledge of SQL, including building complex queries and administrative scripts - Data validation and manipulation techniques using SQL, Visual Basic (including Excel macros, linked workbooks and pivot tables) - Experience in programming languages commonly used for data analysis, such as Python, R or Scala. - Advanced knowledge of ETL tools such as SSIS, SSRS MS Visual Studio, SQL Server 2008R2 and 2017, stored procedures, and the associated implementation of automations. - Strong requirements specification and documentations skills and project management experience. - Knowledge of current and evolving tends in data and information management. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to provide and receive complex and often sensitive information. - Professional, confident approach able to engage with colleagues at all levels. Head of data/Data warehouse/Database Administrator/Database Administration/DBA/CRM/Salesforce
03/05/2024
Full time
Head of BI - SSIS, SSRS, SQL Server, CRM Do you want to work for a business that is truly making a difference to peoples lives? A healthcare charity are looking for a new head of database development and BI, to lead their BI function whilst developing, delivering and leveraging their 2 CRM systems. Acting as a Project manager for system upgrades, data warehouse deliveries etc. Key Responsibilities - Create annual database and BI operating plans, taking responsibility for the annual budget and plan for the database and BI function. - Develop, implement and review data platform strategy, including potential migration to cloud-based solutions like Microsoft Azure, etc. - Line-manage Database developer & BI analyst roles and CRM training specialist - Be a key member of the digital transformation group. - Oversee Database administration. - Ensure continued availability of the data systems - Oversee, challenge and sign off new business requirements relating to changes in the CRM systems and data warehouses. - Revising the suitability of the data warehouse and its associated data model, refining the design of the data models where required. - Liaise with CRM/SQL vendors. - Ensure all datasets have appropriate levels of data governance and maintain up-to date knowledge of GDPR and legislation. - Oversee the management of CRM/BI/Data warehouse issues. - Be the key contact for database queries. - Optimise use of SQL, SSIS,SSRS, Microsoft Visual Studio, etc Essential Skills - Degree educated (or equivalent experience) in a relevant field - Advanced knowledge of SQL, including building complex queries and administrative scripts - Data validation and manipulation techniques using SQL, Visual Basic (including Excel macros, linked workbooks and pivot tables) - Experience in programming languages commonly used for data analysis, such as Python, R or Scala. - Advanced knowledge of ETL tools such as SSIS, SSRS MS Visual Studio, SQL Server 2008R2 and 2017, stored procedures, and the associated implementation of automations. - Strong requirements specification and documentations skills and project management experience. - Knowledge of current and evolving tends in data and information management. - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to provide and receive complex and often sensitive information. - Professional, confident approach able to engage with colleagues at all levels. Head of data/Data warehouse/Database Administrator/Database Administration/DBA/CRM/Salesforce
Category Buyer Contract length: 2 years contract with high potential transitioning to permanent Working setting: Hybrid - 3 days/week on-site Working hours: Mon-Thu (full business hours), Friday (half day) Location: Peterlee (25% UK/EU travel) Role Responsibility: Sourcing strategy, cost management, contract negotiation, supplier relationships, assurance of supply, supplier risk sensing, audits processes, etc. Job Role Expectations | Functional/Technical Skills | Soft Skills: Sourcing - Responsible and accountable for directing the development, and/or communication and implementation of a site, regional, or worldwide sourcing strategy. Responsible for managing policies, agreements, source catalogs, and special purchasing programs, and supporting specific Product line(s) NPI programs. Accountable for the liaison with the corresponding Category/Platform based Buyers. Leadership - Provides leadership for sourcing, logistics and resource management decisions. Lead continuous improvement initiatives and purchasing new product introduction activities within Purchasing. Demonstrates leadership in recognizing the potential for cost and inventory reductions, and quality improvement; as well as responsibility for soundness of business proposals and risk assessment. Mentors and develops other Buyers, SQEs, and Purchasing Analysts (where assigned). Promotes the highest level of professionalism and business ethics. Strategy - Tools and Techniques of 6 Sigma will be required and may be attained by Black Belt, Green Belt, Project Sponsor, or other 6 Sigma related training programs. Develops and leads 6 Sigma Strategic Sourcing teams to fully understand the current performance of the supply base, evaluate strategic options, decide a course of action, and begin implementation. Must also have strong knowledge of the product, NPI, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Category Strategies. Customers - Manages suppliers delivering into many company facilities. Typical internal customers include contacts at all organization levels, worldwide. Solves problems by determining the best course of action, within departmental guidelines, from many existing solutions. The role identifies and satisfies Critical Customer Requirements (CCR), managing Product expectations for Global Purchasing to deliver benefits required to sustain a competitive advantage. Supplier Development - Collaborates with Supplier Development Engineers to ensure continuous improvement in QCLDM with key suppliers. Builds and fosters mutually beneficial supplier relationships at all organizational levels. Analytical (descriptive), problem solving, and project leadership expertise. Effective communicator/ability to build effective relationships. Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles as applied by the company and our suppliers. Negotiation skills, able to interpret, analyze and negotiate contractual cost elements. Business Acumen - P&L understanding/micro & macro economics. Growth/entrepreneur mindset Key Experiences : Purchasing, logistics, manufacturing, and/or engineering Category team or product team experience Project leadership experience Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) Understanding of QCLDM Knowledge of purchasing strategy and supplier sourcing strategies Software experience using MS Office, SAP (nice to have),etc. Minimum 3 years of Procurement experience Future Experiences : Develop, communicate and implement worldwide sourcing strategy Deliver a lean, responsive and resilient material and services flow Meet defined response time, cost, quality and lean targets enabling optimal and efficient facility operations Set the vision for global supply network solutions to meet enterprise or business unit needs Collaborate with senior stakeholders Candidate must be based in UK, there is no relocation package or visa sponsorship offered. Job Title: Category Buyer Location: Peterlee, UK Job Type: Contract Trading as Aston Carter. Allegis Group Limited, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. Aston Carter is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as "Allegis Group"). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands. If you apply, your personal data will be processed as described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice available on the website. To access our Online Privacy Notice, which explains what information we may collect, use, share, and store about you, and describes your rights and choices about this, please go to the website. We are part of a global network of companies and as a result, the personal data you provide will be shared within Allegis Group and transferred and processed outside the UK, Switzerland and European Economic Area subject to the protections described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice. We store personal data in the UK, EEA, Switzerland and the USA. If you would like to exercise your privacy rights, please visit the "Contacting Us" section of our Online Privacy Notice for details on how to contact us. To protect your privacy and security, we may take steps to verify your identity, such as a password and user ID if there is an account associated with your request, or identifying information such as your address or date of birth, before proceeding with your request. If you are resident in the UK, EEA or Switzerland, we will process any access request you make in accordance with our commitments under the UK Data Protection Act, EU-U.S. Privacy Shield or the Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield.
02/05/2024
Project-based
Category Buyer Contract length: 2 years contract with high potential transitioning to permanent Working setting: Hybrid - 3 days/week on-site Working hours: Mon-Thu (full business hours), Friday (half day) Location: Peterlee (25% UK/EU travel) Role Responsibility: Sourcing strategy, cost management, contract negotiation, supplier relationships, assurance of supply, supplier risk sensing, audits processes, etc. Job Role Expectations | Functional/Technical Skills | Soft Skills: Sourcing - Responsible and accountable for directing the development, and/or communication and implementation of a site, regional, or worldwide sourcing strategy. Responsible for managing policies, agreements, source catalogs, and special purchasing programs, and supporting specific Product line(s) NPI programs. Accountable for the liaison with the corresponding Category/Platform based Buyers. Leadership - Provides leadership for sourcing, logistics and resource management decisions. Lead continuous improvement initiatives and purchasing new product introduction activities within Purchasing. Demonstrates leadership in recognizing the potential for cost and inventory reductions, and quality improvement; as well as responsibility for soundness of business proposals and risk assessment. Mentors and develops other Buyers, SQEs, and Purchasing Analysts (where assigned). Promotes the highest level of professionalism and business ethics. Strategy - Tools and Techniques of 6 Sigma will be required and may be attained by Black Belt, Green Belt, Project Sponsor, or other 6 Sigma related training programs. Develops and leads 6 Sigma Strategic Sourcing teams to fully understand the current performance of the supply base, evaluate strategic options, decide a course of action, and begin implementation. Must also have strong knowledge of the product, NPI, Manufacturing, Supply Chain and Category Strategies. Customers - Manages suppliers delivering into many company facilities. Typical internal customers include contacts at all organization levels, worldwide. Solves problems by determining the best course of action, within departmental guidelines, from many existing solutions. The role identifies and satisfies Critical Customer Requirements (CCR), managing Product expectations for Global Purchasing to deliver benefits required to sustain a competitive advantage. Supplier Development - Collaborates with Supplier Development Engineers to ensure continuous improvement in QCLDM with key suppliers. Builds and fosters mutually beneficial supplier relationships at all organizational levels. Analytical (descriptive), problem solving, and project leadership expertise. Effective communicator/ability to build effective relationships. Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles as applied by the company and our suppliers. Negotiation skills, able to interpret, analyze and negotiate contractual cost elements. Business Acumen - P&L understanding/micro & macro economics. Growth/entrepreneur mindset Key Experiences : Purchasing, logistics, manufacturing, and/or engineering Category team or product team experience Project leadership experience Understanding of Lean Manufacturing principles and Continuous Process Improvement (CPI) Understanding of QCLDM Knowledge of purchasing strategy and supplier sourcing strategies Software experience using MS Office, SAP (nice to have),etc. Minimum 3 years of Procurement experience Future Experiences : Develop, communicate and implement worldwide sourcing strategy Deliver a lean, responsive and resilient material and services flow Meet defined response time, cost, quality and lean targets enabling optimal and efficient facility operations Set the vision for global supply network solutions to meet enterprise or business unit needs Collaborate with senior stakeholders Candidate must be based in UK, there is no relocation package or visa sponsorship offered. Job Title: Category Buyer Location: Peterlee, UK Job Type: Contract Trading as Aston Carter. Allegis Group Limited, Bracknell, RG12 1RT, United Kingdom. No Allegis Group Limited operates as an Employment Business and Employment Agency as set out in the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. Aston Carter is a company within the Allegis Group network of companies (collectively referred to as "Allegis Group"). Aerotek, Aston Carter, EASi, Talentis Solutions, TEKsystems, Stamford Consultants and The Stamford Group are Allegis Group brands. If you apply, your personal data will be processed as described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice available on the website. To access our Online Privacy Notice, which explains what information we may collect, use, share, and store about you, and describes your rights and choices about this, please go to the website. We are part of a global network of companies and as a result, the personal data you provide will be shared within Allegis Group and transferred and processed outside the UK, Switzerland and European Economic Area subject to the protections described in the Allegis Group Online Privacy Notice. We store personal data in the UK, EEA, Switzerland and the USA. If you would like to exercise your privacy rights, please visit the "Contacting Us" section of our Online Privacy Notice for details on how to contact us. To protect your privacy and security, we may take steps to verify your identity, such as a password and user ID if there is an account associated with your request, or identifying information such as your address or date of birth, before proceeding with your request. If you are resident in the UK, EEA or Switzerland, we will process any access request you make in accordance with our commitments under the UK Data Protection Act, EU-U.S. Privacy Shield or the Swiss-U.S. Privacy Shield.
Service Desk Team Leader Newcastle £35,000 per annum Are you a dynamic IT professional with leadership experience looking to take the next step in your career? Join our team at a leading manufacturing company based in South Tyneside! We're seeking a talented Service Desk Team Leader to oversee our support operations and ensure the delivery of exceptional service to our internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a team of service desk analysts, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure high performance and customer satisfaction. Manage the day-to-day operations of the service desk, including ticket prioritisation, assignment, and resolution, to meet service level agreements (SLAs) and minimise downtime. Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting for escalated incidents and requests, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication with stakeholders. Oversee the support and maintenance of Office 365 suite, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams, to optimise productivity and collaboration across the organisation. Lead major incident management efforts, orchestrating cross-functional teams to resolve critical incidents swiftly and minimize impact on business operations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the service desk, identifying opportunities to enhance processes, tools, and workflows to increase efficiency and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with IT leadership to develop and implement service desk strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with industry best practices and ITIL framework. Requirements: Proven experience in a technical support role in a leadership or supervisory capacity. Strong proficiency in supporting Office 365 applications and services, with a focus on Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams. Experience working in Security Operations Center (SOC) or Network Operations Center (NOC) environments, with knowledge of cybersecurity principles and network monitoring tools. Demonstrated expertise in major incident management, with the ability to lead and coordinate response efforts under pressure. Ideally ITIL qualified, with a solid understanding of IT service management principles and practices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to driving continuous improvement. Why Join Us: Opportunity to work for a leading manufacturing company with a commitment to innovation and excellence. Competitive salary and benefits package, including on-call shift allowance and opportunities for career advancement. Collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career in IT leadership. If you're ready to lead a dynamic service desk team and drive operational excellence, we want to hear from you! Apply now with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. 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.
01/05/2024
Full time
Service Desk Team Leader Newcastle £35,000 per annum Are you a dynamic IT professional with leadership experience looking to take the next step in your career? Join our team at a leading manufacturing company based in South Tyneside! We're seeking a talented Service Desk Team Leader to oversee our support operations and ensure the delivery of exceptional service to our internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Lead and mentor a team of service desk analysts, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure high performance and customer satisfaction. Manage the day-to-day operations of the service desk, including ticket prioritisation, assignment, and resolution, to meet service level agreements (SLAs) and minimise downtime. Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting for escalated incidents and requests, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication with stakeholders. Oversee the support and maintenance of Office 365 suite, including Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams, to optimise productivity and collaboration across the organisation. Lead major incident management efforts, orchestrating cross-functional teams to resolve critical incidents swiftly and minimize impact on business operations. Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the service desk, identifying opportunities to enhance processes, tools, and workflows to increase efficiency and customer satisfaction. Collaborate with IT leadership to develop and implement service desk strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with industry best practices and ITIL framework. Requirements: Proven experience in a technical support role in a leadership or supervisory capacity. Strong proficiency in supporting Office 365 applications and services, with a focus on Exchange Online, SharePoint, and Teams. Experience working in Security Operations Center (SOC) or Network Operations Center (NOC) environments, with knowledge of cybersecurity principles and network monitoring tools. Demonstrated expertise in major incident management, with the ability to lead and coordinate response efforts under pressure. Ideally ITIL qualified, with a solid understanding of IT service management principles and practices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to driving continuous improvement. Why Join Us: Opportunity to work for a leading manufacturing company with a commitment to innovation and excellence. Competitive salary and benefits package, including on-call shift allowance and opportunities for career advancement. Collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions are valued and recognized. Access to ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career in IT leadership. If you're ready to lead a dynamic service desk team and drive operational excellence, we want to hear from you! Apply now with your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and qualifications. 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.
Azure FinOps Analyst Salary: National ranging from £51,200 - £70,700 and London from £56,400 - £80,600 Job Location : London/Leeds/Edinburgh (Hybrid 40% Work from Office) The successful candidate will hold or will be required to obtain Security Clearance (SC) level vetting . Are you interested in joining a team at the forefront of operations, supporting all end users and partners in their day-to-day activities, and managing the FCA's end user services and associated suppliers? The team/department End User Compute provides change and run for a broad range of application and infrastructure services. We work in small cross functional, self-organising and autonomous teams, passionate about delivering value and having fun. What you will be doing (the role) The Azure FinOps Analyst sits in the End User Compute (EUC) Product Group and is responsible for monitoring Azure Cloud infrastructure and its usage, seeking to optimize value for the FCA. The role will drive FinOps best practices in the organization through education, standardization, and collaboration. The role will focus on monitoring and control, cost optimization and risk avoidance across the FCA's Azure estate. Key responsibilities include: Defining processes and delivering services in relation to product financial operations, monitoring costs to ensure adherence to standards and optimal configuration Proactively controlling costs and avoiding unnecessary and unexpected expenditure through the setting and enforcement of appropriate polices, processes and operational guardrails Building dashboards, forecasts and reporting on key metrics required to enable business-based decision making The skills and experience you will have Minimum We are a signatory to the Government's Disability Confident scheme. This means that we will offer an interview to disabled candidates entering under the scheme, should they meet the minimum criteria for a role. Experience in managing the cost/usage of Cloud infrastructure Experience in financial reporting and analysis Essential Knowledge of Azure Cloud concepts Role-specific know-how, transferrable skills, elements of core skills and behaviours that are essential to the role, referring to our Capability Framework as a source of information to help you design your criteria Proven experience in process optimization and Cloud cost and usage management Proficiency in financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting, preferably using PowerBI Knowledge of Azure cloud concepts, Infrastructure as code, Azure Virtual devices, storage, networking, messaging, configuration, performance, and health. Azure account management, IAM, secrets, tagging and cost management, service catalogue and self-service concepts Security and compliance controls and tooling used by regulated enterprises, high availability and resiliency concepts for cloud infrastructure and applications Knowledge of and ability to make recommendations on FinOps tooling Highly analytical, able to take data from several sources and provide insight and analysis, seeking ways to improve upon reporting and data gathering Commercial acumen, able to interpret contracts and agreements with 3rd parties, identify opportunities for improvements to contractual terms to ensure best value and long-term relations with suppliers About the FCA The FCA regulates the conduct of 50,000 firms in the UK to ensure our financial markets are honest, fair and competitive. We do this to make sure markets work well for individuals, businesses and the economy as a whole. For more information on what we do, our three-year strategy can be found here. Useful information Applications for this role close at 23:59 on 8th May 2024 This role is graded as Senior Associate - Regulatory The assessment process comprises a first stage technical interview to discuss your FinOps experience and knowledge of Azure Cloud concepts. This will be followed by a competency-based interview. The final stage is a fireside chat to enable you to ask any final questions and meet further members of the team. If you are someone who is seeking that next challenge, and you have the experience and skills required, then please send me your CV. Our Recruitment Delivery Team are committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any accommodations or adjustments as a result of disability, impairment, or health condition, please do not hesitate to let me know by emailing.
01/05/2024
Full time
Azure FinOps Analyst Salary: National ranging from £51,200 - £70,700 and London from £56,400 - £80,600 Job Location : London/Leeds/Edinburgh (Hybrid 40% Work from Office) The successful candidate will hold or will be required to obtain Security Clearance (SC) level vetting . Are you interested in joining a team at the forefront of operations, supporting all end users and partners in their day-to-day activities, and managing the FCA's end user services and associated suppliers? The team/department End User Compute provides change and run for a broad range of application and infrastructure services. We work in small cross functional, self-organising and autonomous teams, passionate about delivering value and having fun. What you will be doing (the role) The Azure FinOps Analyst sits in the End User Compute (EUC) Product Group and is responsible for monitoring Azure Cloud infrastructure and its usage, seeking to optimize value for the FCA. The role will drive FinOps best practices in the organization through education, standardization, and collaboration. The role will focus on monitoring and control, cost optimization and risk avoidance across the FCA's Azure estate. Key responsibilities include: Defining processes and delivering services in relation to product financial operations, monitoring costs to ensure adherence to standards and optimal configuration Proactively controlling costs and avoiding unnecessary and unexpected expenditure through the setting and enforcement of appropriate polices, processes and operational guardrails Building dashboards, forecasts and reporting on key metrics required to enable business-based decision making The skills and experience you will have Minimum We are a signatory to the Government's Disability Confident scheme. This means that we will offer an interview to disabled candidates entering under the scheme, should they meet the minimum criteria for a role. Experience in managing the cost/usage of Cloud infrastructure Experience in financial reporting and analysis Essential Knowledge of Azure Cloud concepts Role-specific know-how, transferrable skills, elements of core skills and behaviours that are essential to the role, referring to our Capability Framework as a source of information to help you design your criteria Proven experience in process optimization and Cloud cost and usage management Proficiency in financial modelling, budgeting, and forecasting, preferably using PowerBI Knowledge of Azure cloud concepts, Infrastructure as code, Azure Virtual devices, storage, networking, messaging, configuration, performance, and health. Azure account management, IAM, secrets, tagging and cost management, service catalogue and self-service concepts Security and compliance controls and tooling used by regulated enterprises, high availability and resiliency concepts for cloud infrastructure and applications Knowledge of and ability to make recommendations on FinOps tooling Highly analytical, able to take data from several sources and provide insight and analysis, seeking ways to improve upon reporting and data gathering Commercial acumen, able to interpret contracts and agreements with 3rd parties, identify opportunities for improvements to contractual terms to ensure best value and long-term relations with suppliers About the FCA The FCA regulates the conduct of 50,000 firms in the UK to ensure our financial markets are honest, fair and competitive. We do this to make sure markets work well for individuals, businesses and the economy as a whole. For more information on what we do, our three-year strategy can be found here. Useful information Applications for this role close at 23:59 on 8th May 2024 This role is graded as Senior Associate - Regulatory The assessment process comprises a first stage technical interview to discuss your FinOps experience and knowledge of Azure Cloud concepts. This will be followed by a competency-based interview. The final stage is a fireside chat to enable you to ask any final questions and meet further members of the team. If you are someone who is seeking that next challenge, and you have the experience and skills required, then please send me your CV. Our Recruitment Delivery Team are committed to offering an inclusive recruitment experience to all candidates. If you require any accommodations or adjustments as a result of disability, impairment, or health condition, please do not hesitate to let me know by emailing.