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.
Position: Senior Audiovisual (AV) Systems Analyst Role Overview: The Senior AV Systems Analyst is a pivotal member of the Information Technology Services team, dedicated to the seamless operation and progressive enhancement of the organisation's audiovisual infrastructure. This role is instrumental in fostering an advanced educational environment through the maintenance and innovation of AV systems utilised in various university settings, including classrooms, lecture halls, conference rooms, and communal study areas. Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership: Serve as the lead technical authority for AV systems, guiding the resolution of complex AV-related incidents and managing service requests with efficiency and expertise. Strategic Development: Collaborate with the AV Team Leader to strategise and implement advancements in AV services, ensuring alignment with the companies vision for cutting-edge learning and meeting spaces. Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain robust communication channels with internal teams and end-users, delivering clear, timely, and precise information to facilitate optimal AV usage. System Management: Oversee the monitoring, support, and maintenance of AV systems, guaranteeing high-performance standards and minimal downtime. Project Coordination: Participate in the deployment of innovative AV technologies, such as AV over IP solutions, interactive displays, and remote management tools, contributing to the university's multimillion-pound investment in AV excellence. Essential Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience demonstrating comprehensive AV technical proficiency. A proven track record in AV systems analysis, with substantial hands-on experience in managing and optimising a diverse range of AV equipment. Desired Skills: In-depth knowledge of current and emerging AV technologies. Strong problem-solving abilities and a customer-focused approach. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. The ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams. What We Offer: A dynamic and supportive work environment committed to innovation and excellence. Opportunities for professional development and growth within a leading educational institution. Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources. If you feel that you are a suitable candidate for this role or are keen to hear more. Please email a copy of your CV 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.
03/05/2024
Full time
Position: Senior Audiovisual (AV) Systems Analyst Role Overview: The Senior AV Systems Analyst is a pivotal member of the Information Technology Services team, dedicated to the seamless operation and progressive enhancement of the organisation's audiovisual infrastructure. This role is instrumental in fostering an advanced educational environment through the maintenance and innovation of AV systems utilised in various university settings, including classrooms, lecture halls, conference rooms, and communal study areas. Key Responsibilities: Technical Leadership: Serve as the lead technical authority for AV systems, guiding the resolution of complex AV-related incidents and managing service requests with efficiency and expertise. Strategic Development: Collaborate with the AV Team Leader to strategise and implement advancements in AV services, ensuring alignment with the companies vision for cutting-edge learning and meeting spaces. Stakeholder Engagement: Maintain robust communication channels with internal teams and end-users, delivering clear, timely, and precise information to facilitate optimal AV usage. System Management: Oversee the monitoring, support, and maintenance of AV systems, guaranteeing high-performance standards and minimal downtime. Project Coordination: Participate in the deployment of innovative AV technologies, such as AV over IP solutions, interactive displays, and remote management tools, contributing to the university's multimillion-pound investment in AV excellence. Essential Qualifications: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experience demonstrating comprehensive AV technical proficiency. A proven track record in AV systems analysis, with substantial hands-on experience in managing and optimising a diverse range of AV equipment. Desired Skills: In-depth knowledge of current and emerging AV technologies. Strong problem-solving abilities and a customer-focused approach. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. The ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams. What We Offer: A dynamic and supportive work environment committed to innovation and excellence. Opportunities for professional development and growth within a leading educational institution. Access to state-of-the-art facilities and resources. If you feel that you are a suitable candidate for this role or are keen to hear more. Please email a copy of your CV 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.
IT Support Analyst/Network Administrator - 1st, 2nd, 3rd Line Support, Win10, MS Office, Windows Server 2016/2019, AD/GP0, MS Office 365, AV/VC/MS Teams, LAN/Wireless/VPN, SCCM, ITILv4 - Incident, Problem, Change Mgmt. Law Firm/Legal Services. Permanent, Brussels, Belgium (Relocation Candidates Welcome; EU Passport/Residency Required). €5000 - €6000 Per Month (th, 14th months) (€70,000 - €83,0000 per annum) +Bonus +Benefits. Global Law firm seeks an IT Support Analyst/Network Administrator to own the office IT environment for around 60 VIP users and provide Desktop Support, VIP Support and Satellite Office network administration for a small to medium sized team of Lawyers working in central Brussels. We require an IT Support Analyst/Network Administrator who can work full time, onsite due to the desktop/network infrastructure and VIP support nature of this role. You will provide very high quality user and technical support over the phone, at the desktop and remotely providing a VIP service approach and working to defined ITIL Standards as expected by your wider team which will provide Application and Server support from the London HQ. Whilst you will work independently you will received support and assistance from the wider team of IT engineers based in London and as such gain a great deal of ownership, technological exposure and project delivery within the office based environment across all related services - Desktop, Network and Server/Cloud environments. Working within this professional services environment the IT Support Analyst/Network Administrator will respond to users' calls and emails providing 1st & 2nd line support across laptops, PC's, running Win10, MS O365, iPhone and Android mobile devices printers, printer networks and other desktop tools and technologies including MS Teams Video Conferencing facilities. You will provide user support for technical issues such as network connections (LAN/VPN/Wireless/Remote Access), the VoIP phone system (basic support and liaison with 3rd party support/vendors to resolve issues) as well as MS Office applications including Powerpoint, Excel & Outlook. Secondly, you will be responsible for managing the user profiles within Windows Server 2016/Azure Active Directory/Group Policy, creating new user profiles and email accounts in MS O365. Troubleshooting issues with Active Directory/Group Policies will also be required and some aspects of 3rd line support will therefore be delivered when address Windows Server, AzureAD and Network environment - VPN, WAN/WAN, Firewall and security considerations. You will also support various inhouse legal systems including practice management and document management systems at the first line and escalate to relevant inhouse applications support teams and vendors as required. Finally, you will deploy patches and manage desktop and onsite file Servers using SCCM and related tools. We are searching for an IT Support Analyst/Desktop Support Engineer/VIP Support Analyst Engineer/Network Administrator who has gained experience working in a similar all round support capacity within small to medium sized professional services environments - Law Firms, Solicitors, Investment Banks, Accountancy Companies, big 5 consultancies (Accenture, PwC, KPMG, Ernst & Young, Deloitte, McKinsey & Company). You will be working/have worked in an ITILv3/v4 focussed environment working to incident, problem and change management processes. You will have provided VIP support to executives and have a solid technical capability inc O365, Windows Server 2016/20198 AD/GPo/AzureAD as well experience of Win10, LAN/VPN and Firewall config, DNS routing etc Strong verbal and written English language skills are pre-requisite; ability to speal French (and Dutch/Flemish) would be beneficial but non-essential due to the international make up of this business environment; the main business language utilised is English This is an excellent opportunity which offers substantial hands-on exposure to a number of cutting edge technologies within the Microsoft stack. We welcome applications from those in country or those who are able to relocate to Brussels; you will need to already hold EU residency/EU Passport to apply for this position.
03/05/2024
Full time
IT Support Analyst/Network Administrator - 1st, 2nd, 3rd Line Support, Win10, MS Office, Windows Server 2016/2019, AD/GP0, MS Office 365, AV/VC/MS Teams, LAN/Wireless/VPN, SCCM, ITILv4 - Incident, Problem, Change Mgmt. Law Firm/Legal Services. Permanent, Brussels, Belgium (Relocation Candidates Welcome; EU Passport/Residency Required). €5000 - €6000 Per Month (th, 14th months) (€70,000 - €83,0000 per annum) +Bonus +Benefits. Global Law firm seeks an IT Support Analyst/Network Administrator to own the office IT environment for around 60 VIP users and provide Desktop Support, VIP Support and Satellite Office network administration for a small to medium sized team of Lawyers working in central Brussels. We require an IT Support Analyst/Network Administrator who can work full time, onsite due to the desktop/network infrastructure and VIP support nature of this role. You will provide very high quality user and technical support over the phone, at the desktop and remotely providing a VIP service approach and working to defined ITIL Standards as expected by your wider team which will provide Application and Server support from the London HQ. Whilst you will work independently you will received support and assistance from the wider team of IT engineers based in London and as such gain a great deal of ownership, technological exposure and project delivery within the office based environment across all related services - Desktop, Network and Server/Cloud environments. Working within this professional services environment the IT Support Analyst/Network Administrator will respond to users' calls and emails providing 1st & 2nd line support across laptops, PC's, running Win10, MS O365, iPhone and Android mobile devices printers, printer networks and other desktop tools and technologies including MS Teams Video Conferencing facilities. You will provide user support for technical issues such as network connections (LAN/VPN/Wireless/Remote Access), the VoIP phone system (basic support and liaison with 3rd party support/vendors to resolve issues) as well as MS Office applications including Powerpoint, Excel & Outlook. Secondly, you will be responsible for managing the user profiles within Windows Server 2016/Azure Active Directory/Group Policy, creating new user profiles and email accounts in MS O365. Troubleshooting issues with Active Directory/Group Policies will also be required and some aspects of 3rd line support will therefore be delivered when address Windows Server, AzureAD and Network environment - VPN, WAN/WAN, Firewall and security considerations. You will also support various inhouse legal systems including practice management and document management systems at the first line and escalate to relevant inhouse applications support teams and vendors as required. Finally, you will deploy patches and manage desktop and onsite file Servers using SCCM and related tools. We are searching for an IT Support Analyst/Desktop Support Engineer/VIP Support Analyst Engineer/Network Administrator who has gained experience working in a similar all round support capacity within small to medium sized professional services environments - Law Firms, Solicitors, Investment Banks, Accountancy Companies, big 5 consultancies (Accenture, PwC, KPMG, Ernst & Young, Deloitte, McKinsey & Company). You will be working/have worked in an ITILv3/v4 focussed environment working to incident, problem and change management processes. You will have provided VIP support to executives and have a solid technical capability inc O365, Windows Server 2016/20198 AD/GPo/AzureAD as well experience of Win10, LAN/VPN and Firewall config, DNS routing etc Strong verbal and written English language skills are pre-requisite; ability to speal French (and Dutch/Flemish) would be beneficial but non-essential due to the international make up of this business environment; the main business language utilised is English This is an excellent opportunity which offers substantial hands-on exposure to a number of cutting edge technologies within the Microsoft stack. We welcome applications from those in country or those who are able to relocate to Brussels; you will need to already hold EU residency/EU Passport to apply for this position.
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.
IT Applications Manager - Addlestone, Surrey Salary - £50,000 - 56,650 - Car Allowance £6780 Hybrid working available IT Applications Manager required for a leading client based in Addlestone, Surrey. My client is currently seeking a IT Application Manager to come on board to responsible is to maintain the operation of crucial business applications, minimizing any disruptions in service. You will also be providing assistance for all business applications, ensuring timely resolution of incidents and requests within the agreed service level agreements (SLAs). This support is provided by an in-house team of Application Support Analysts and external third-party support contracts. while collaborating with the Business Systems Manager to comprehend the strategic direction of key application development. Key skills and responsibilities, * Strong application experience * Understanding of IT infrastructure and applications support SLA operational principles and 'best practice' requirements. * COINS (Finance, Commercial, Customer Services) * Workday (Human Resources) * Anaplan (Financial Cashflow) * Overseeing regular interactions with standard application vendors to grasp their development plans, ensuring top-notch support and efficient escalation routes. * Implementing minor improvements to applications as per business agreements. * Taking charge of small-scale projects and playing a pivotal role in major application-related initiatives. * Contributing to the development, documentation, and upkeep of vital business applications and related procedures. * Coordinating the daily functioning and optimization of applications. * Collaborating with the business systems manager to ensure applications adhere to the appropriate trajectory. * Overseeing a compact team of Application Support Analysts, accountable for incident resolution, request fulfillment, and problem-solving. * Participating in the strategic planning for integrating mission-critical applications to enhance business operations and employee efficiency. * Supervising the installation, upgrading, and routine maintenance of software applications. Interested? Please submit your updated CV to Emma Siwicki at Crimson for immediate consideration. Not interested? Do you know someone who might be a perfect fit for this role? Refer a friend and earn £250 worth of vouchers! Crimson is acting as an employment agency regarding this vacancy
01/05/2024
Full time
IT Applications Manager - Addlestone, Surrey Salary - £50,000 - 56,650 - Car Allowance £6780 Hybrid working available IT Applications Manager required for a leading client based in Addlestone, Surrey. My client is currently seeking a IT Application Manager to come on board to responsible is to maintain the operation of crucial business applications, minimizing any disruptions in service. You will also be providing assistance for all business applications, ensuring timely resolution of incidents and requests within the agreed service level agreements (SLAs). This support is provided by an in-house team of Application Support Analysts and external third-party support contracts. while collaborating with the Business Systems Manager to comprehend the strategic direction of key application development. Key skills and responsibilities, * Strong application experience * Understanding of IT infrastructure and applications support SLA operational principles and 'best practice' requirements. * COINS (Finance, Commercial, Customer Services) * Workday (Human Resources) * Anaplan (Financial Cashflow) * Overseeing regular interactions with standard application vendors to grasp their development plans, ensuring top-notch support and efficient escalation routes. * Implementing minor improvements to applications as per business agreements. * Taking charge of small-scale projects and playing a pivotal role in major application-related initiatives. * Contributing to the development, documentation, and upkeep of vital business applications and related procedures. * Coordinating the daily functioning and optimization of applications. * Collaborating with the business systems manager to ensure applications adhere to the appropriate trajectory. * Overseeing a compact team of Application Support Analysts, accountable for incident resolution, request fulfillment, and problem-solving. * Participating in the strategic planning for integrating mission-critical applications to enhance business operations and employee efficiency. * Supervising the installation, upgrading, and routine maintenance of software applications. Interested? Please submit your updated CV to Emma Siwicki at Crimson for immediate consideration. Not interested? Do you know someone who might be a perfect fit for this role? Refer a friend and earn £250 worth of vouchers! Crimson is acting as an employment agency regarding this vacancy
NO SPONSORSHIP Microsoft M365 Administrator (MS Teams and SharePoint Online) SALARY: $140k - $165k flex LOCATIONS: Primary: Chicago, IL /Secondary: Dallas/Austin/Houston/Boston/NY/Washington DC/Miami 2 days remote/3 days onsite Looking for a candidate with heavy SharePoint 2019 on premise, SharePoint online, M365 azure MS teams The Application Developer II role is responsible for the administration, support, build, implementation, and troubleshooting of both our SharePoint 2019 On-Premises infrastructure as well as oversight of all Microsoft 365 collaboration application (SharePoint Online, Power Platform, Teams) solutions, with a strong focus on standard operating procedures, communication, and security. SharePoint 2019 On-Premise Farm Management, including assisting in the installation, configuration, upgrade, and maintenance of all existing SharePoint farms. Builds out solutions using proper SDLC procedures Monthly patching, daily monitoring, security compliance, and tier 3 support for tickets. Plans, documents, and implements disaster recovery testing annually. Leverages migration tools and Powershell to promote solution-ready content up to Production and refreshes Production content down to lower level environments. Helps assist and support the migration of SharePoint environments from on-premise to M365 cloud-based tenant as well as other SaaS applications. Works closely with site owners and stakeholders to facilitate any transition of content and solutions, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations. Works with knowledge services, site owners, and business analysts to understand requirements and contribute to developing functional and technical requirements as well as implementation plans. Ensuring sufficient storage space by performing clean-ups and archiving data and logs. Reviewing usage and activity reports and making adjustments to ensure optimized user-experiences. Technologies/Software Strong knowledge of and experience with SharePoint 2019 On-Premise using the Classic Framework. Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 with specific concentration on SharePoint Online, Microsoft Power Platform, and Microsoft Teams along with other collaboration apps such as Sway, Planner, Stream, and Viva Knowledge of Powershell and SharePoint Management Shell a plus. Ability to participate in all aspects of application SDLC including Agile methodologies with expertise in using Azure Dev Ops and Jira Experience with SharePoint migration and reporting tools such as Sharegate and SharePoint Essentials Toolkit Must participate in daily team scrums and code reviews Must understand Microsoft SQL Server
30/04/2024
Full time
NO SPONSORSHIP Microsoft M365 Administrator (MS Teams and SharePoint Online) SALARY: $140k - $165k flex LOCATIONS: Primary: Chicago, IL /Secondary: Dallas/Austin/Houston/Boston/NY/Washington DC/Miami 2 days remote/3 days onsite Looking for a candidate with heavy SharePoint 2019 on premise, SharePoint online, M365 azure MS teams The Application Developer II role is responsible for the administration, support, build, implementation, and troubleshooting of both our SharePoint 2019 On-Premises infrastructure as well as oversight of all Microsoft 365 collaboration application (SharePoint Online, Power Platform, Teams) solutions, with a strong focus on standard operating procedures, communication, and security. SharePoint 2019 On-Premise Farm Management, including assisting in the installation, configuration, upgrade, and maintenance of all existing SharePoint farms. Builds out solutions using proper SDLC procedures Monthly patching, daily monitoring, security compliance, and tier 3 support for tickets. Plans, documents, and implements disaster recovery testing annually. Leverages migration tools and Powershell to promote solution-ready content up to Production and refreshes Production content down to lower level environments. Helps assist and support the migration of SharePoint environments from on-premise to M365 cloud-based tenant as well as other SaaS applications. Works closely with site owners and stakeholders to facilitate any transition of content and solutions, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations. Works with knowledge services, site owners, and business analysts to understand requirements and contribute to developing functional and technical requirements as well as implementation plans. Ensuring sufficient storage space by performing clean-ups and archiving data and logs. Reviewing usage and activity reports and making adjustments to ensure optimized user-experiences. Technologies/Software Strong knowledge of and experience with SharePoint 2019 On-Premise using the Classic Framework. Strong knowledge of Microsoft 365 with specific concentration on SharePoint Online, Microsoft Power Platform, and Microsoft Teams along with other collaboration apps such as Sway, Planner, Stream, and Viva Knowledge of Powershell and SharePoint Management Shell a plus. Ability to participate in all aspects of application SDLC including Agile methodologies with expertise in using Azure Dev Ops and Jira Experience with SharePoint migration and reporting tools such as Sharegate and SharePoint Essentials Toolkit Must participate in daily team scrums and code reviews Must understand Microsoft SQL Server
Your new company You will be working for a forward-thinking organisation within the higher education sector. Your new role We are seeking a Lead SITS Developer to provide technical development and configuration of the student information systems, currently based on Tribal SITS and Maytas. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, estimating, and executing systems development work to time, budget, and quality targets. Key Responsibilities: Lead systems analysis/development activities. Management of software life cycle development environments. Software configuration and upgrades. Application user support. Management of technical team(s) Key Deliverables: Lead systems analysis/development activities Plan and drive student systems development projects in support of our corporate strategy and IT objectives and plans. Select, adopt and adapt appropriate system development methods, tools, and techniques. Facilitate availability and optimum utilisation of resources. Manage technical progress of development projects and report on progression. Contribute to the product roadmaps, used to communicate future development activity. What you'll need to succeed In addition to the above: You will line manage three experienced Student Systems Analysts/Developers and be expected to take the role of Technical Lead in university strategic projects. Manage the System Maintenance Backlog Good knowledge of API technology and be able to design/developer interfaces between cloud and on-premise systems. Have Server Side understanding and knowledge (not deep infrastructure knowledge) JavaScript, BootStrap, PowerShell, Java, SQL, HTML5, MD Dynamics and SITS SRL knowledge Be familiar with upgrades and monthly updates for on-premise SITS:Vision system and will be the Lead on SITS:Vision annual double version upgrade Have deep knowledge and experience of best practice development of SITS:Vision system What you'll get in return A fantastic opportunity to take on an important and valued role within a well-structured, valuable team. You will also earn a competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000pa + benefits whilst allowed to work remotely. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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.
30/04/2024
Full time
Your new company You will be working for a forward-thinking organisation within the higher education sector. Your new role We are seeking a Lead SITS Developer to provide technical development and configuration of the student information systems, currently based on Tribal SITS and Maytas. The successful candidate will be responsible for planning, estimating, and executing systems development work to time, budget, and quality targets. Key Responsibilities: Lead systems analysis/development activities. Management of software life cycle development environments. Software configuration and upgrades. Application user support. Management of technical team(s) Key Deliverables: Lead systems analysis/development activities Plan and drive student systems development projects in support of our corporate strategy and IT objectives and plans. Select, adopt and adapt appropriate system development methods, tools, and techniques. Facilitate availability and optimum utilisation of resources. Manage technical progress of development projects and report on progression. Contribute to the product roadmaps, used to communicate future development activity. What you'll need to succeed In addition to the above: You will line manage three experienced Student Systems Analysts/Developers and be expected to take the role of Technical Lead in university strategic projects. Manage the System Maintenance Backlog Good knowledge of API technology and be able to design/developer interfaces between cloud and on-premise systems. Have Server Side understanding and knowledge (not deep infrastructure knowledge) JavaScript, BootStrap, PowerShell, Java, SQL, HTML5, MD Dynamics and SITS SRL knowledge Be familiar with upgrades and monthly updates for on-premise SITS:Vision system and will be the Lead on SITS:Vision annual double version upgrade Have deep knowledge and experience of best practice development of SITS:Vision system What you'll get in return A fantastic opportunity to take on an important and valued role within a well-structured, valuable team. You will also earn a competitive salary of £60,000 - £70,000pa + benefits whilst allowed to work remotely. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and 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.
COMMERCIAL FINANCE ANALYST - PERMANENT - HYBRID - READING We are hiring an Commercial Finance Analyst to join our client and become an integral part of the our client MBNLs Commercial Finance team. Candidate must come with a strong financial transactional background - who is either close to qualifying with their ACCA or CIMA or Fully Qualified. COMMERCIAL FINANCE ANALYST (FULLY OR PART QUALIFIED) Need someone from a permanent role Hybrid - Reading - 2-3 days/week The individuals need to come with a strong Financial Accounting Acumen background - Finance Month end tasks, Preparing and posting journals, producing variance analysis reports, accruals and completing post month end reconciliations. They need to be able to support in forecasting and budgeting processes - having the ability in forecasting variances and discrepancies, financial reviews and ensuring costs are allocated correctly We are looking for candidates with staying ability - that wants to grow and develop their career within MBNL Strong Communication skills - this role has extensive Stakeholder engagement - articulation and ability to communicate at all levels is very important Experience: 7+ years of experience in Finance as an Accountant or Accounts Analyst Fully or Part Qualified accountant - ACCA, CIMA Advanced Excel Strong Financial Controlling/Transactional experience Excellent can-do attitude Entrepreneurial skills Strong academic background. FPNA, Budgeting, Forecasting What you will do: Be responsible for the delivery of monthly management accounts to shareholders through close collaboration with outsourcing partners and internal stakeholders. Provide business partnering relationships to the Legal and Property teams. Ensure appropriate governance, approval, and financial management of all finance processes within Site Running. Drive reporting transformations within the team, exploring the use of PowerBI or other similar tools. Produce and lead on 5-year plans and reforecasts for Site Running. Use Financial Modelling to build outlooks and support commercial deals. Be responsible for the management of the Property Escrow P2P process. Take accountability and ownership of Site Running P&L and Balance sheets ensuring accounting practises are adhered to. Take responsibility and ownership of the funding mechanism between MBNL and shareholders/MBNL and external partners to ensure appropriate levels are justified and maintained on monthly basis to support day to day operations. MBNL is jointly owned by EE and Three, two of the UK's leading and most innovative mobile operators. Established in 2007 as the industry's first network-sharing joint venture, MBNL's mission is to provide best-in-class mobile infrastructure services to EE and Three for serving their tens of millions of customers in the UK. Working at MBNL means being part of a team where you feel connected, valued, and supported. Please apply via this ad in the first instance or send a CV with covering note or contact me (see below). Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
30/04/2024
Full time
COMMERCIAL FINANCE ANALYST - PERMANENT - HYBRID - READING We are hiring an Commercial Finance Analyst to join our client and become an integral part of the our client MBNLs Commercial Finance team. Candidate must come with a strong financial transactional background - who is either close to qualifying with their ACCA or CIMA or Fully Qualified. COMMERCIAL FINANCE ANALYST (FULLY OR PART QUALIFIED) Need someone from a permanent role Hybrid - Reading - 2-3 days/week The individuals need to come with a strong Financial Accounting Acumen background - Finance Month end tasks, Preparing and posting journals, producing variance analysis reports, accruals and completing post month end reconciliations. They need to be able to support in forecasting and budgeting processes - having the ability in forecasting variances and discrepancies, financial reviews and ensuring costs are allocated correctly We are looking for candidates with staying ability - that wants to grow and develop their career within MBNL Strong Communication skills - this role has extensive Stakeholder engagement - articulation and ability to communicate at all levels is very important Experience: 7+ years of experience in Finance as an Accountant or Accounts Analyst Fully or Part Qualified accountant - ACCA, CIMA Advanced Excel Strong Financial Controlling/Transactional experience Excellent can-do attitude Entrepreneurial skills Strong academic background. FPNA, Budgeting, Forecasting What you will do: Be responsible for the delivery of monthly management accounts to shareholders through close collaboration with outsourcing partners and internal stakeholders. Provide business partnering relationships to the Legal and Property teams. Ensure appropriate governance, approval, and financial management of all finance processes within Site Running. Drive reporting transformations within the team, exploring the use of PowerBI or other similar tools. Produce and lead on 5-year plans and reforecasts for Site Running. Use Financial Modelling to build outlooks and support commercial deals. Be responsible for the management of the Property Escrow P2P process. Take accountability and ownership of Site Running P&L and Balance sheets ensuring accounting practises are adhered to. Take responsibility and ownership of the funding mechanism between MBNL and shareholders/MBNL and external partners to ensure appropriate levels are justified and maintained on monthly basis to support day to day operations. MBNL is jointly owned by EE and Three, two of the UK's leading and most innovative mobile operators. Established in 2007 as the industry's first network-sharing joint venture, MBNL's mission is to provide best-in-class mobile infrastructure services to EE and Three for serving their tens of millions of customers in the UK. Working at MBNL means being part of a team where you feel connected, valued, and supported. Please apply via this ad in the first instance or send a CV with covering note or contact me (see below). Project People is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
*This position will be working on site* Our client in the on the east side of Cleveland is looking for a Desktop Support Analyst. This is a 6+ month contract position. The qualified candidate will be: Responsible for providing various IT support functions and will work directly with employees to set up new PC's and assist with support desk ticket resolution. Customer service mindset. Excellent problem-solving ability. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability and discipline to follow standards, procedures, checklists, and design documents. Detail oriented with the ability to work independently/self-starter. Strong prioritization and time management skills Experienced to expert knowledge of the support process for the main technologies in our environment, including Windows 10, Office 365, Active Directory, PC/Laptop hardware, mobile devices, PC imaging. Some server experience with installation, patching, and troubleshooting. We are looking for someone that is looking to grow in the company and enjoys technology. If qualified and interested, please submit a resume and rate expectations using the link below. Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records. Company Profile: Beacon Hill Technologies, a premier National Information Technology Staffing Group, provides world class technology talent across all industries utilizing a complete suite of staffing services. Beacon Hill Technologies' dedicated team of recruiting and staffing experts consistently delivers quality IT professionals to solve our customers' technical and business needs. Beacon Hill Technologies covers a broad spectrum of IT positions, including Project Management and Business Analysis, Programming/Development, Database, Infrastructure, Quality Assurance, Production/Support and ERP roles. Learn more about Beacon Hill Staffing Group and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting our website. We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. Employing the Future
16/04/2024
Project-based
*This position will be working on site* Our client in the on the east side of Cleveland is looking for a Desktop Support Analyst. This is a 6+ month contract position. The qualified candidate will be: Responsible for providing various IT support functions and will work directly with employees to set up new PC's and assist with support desk ticket resolution. Customer service mindset. Excellent problem-solving ability. Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Ability and discipline to follow standards, procedures, checklists, and design documents. Detail oriented with the ability to work independently/self-starter. Strong prioritization and time management skills Experienced to expert knowledge of the support process for the main technologies in our environment, including Windows 10, Office 365, Active Directory, PC/Laptop hardware, mobile devices, PC imaging. Some server experience with installation, patching, and troubleshooting. We are looking for someone that is looking to grow in the company and enjoys technology. If qualified and interested, please submit a resume and rate expectations using the link below. Beacon Hill is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace. Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans are encouraged to apply. Completion of this form is voluntary and will not affect your opportunity for employment, or the terms or conditions of your employment. This form will be used for reporting purposes only and will be kept separate from all other records. Company Profile: Beacon Hill Technologies, a premier National Information Technology Staffing Group, provides world class technology talent across all industries utilizing a complete suite of staffing services. Beacon Hill Technologies' dedicated team of recruiting and staffing experts consistently delivers quality IT professionals to solve our customers' technical and business needs. Beacon Hill Technologies covers a broad spectrum of IT positions, including Project Management and Business Analysis, Programming/Development, Database, Infrastructure, Quality Assurance, Production/Support and ERP roles. Learn more about Beacon Hill Staffing Group and our specialty divisions, Beacon Hill Associates, Beacon Hill Financial, Beacon Hill HR, Beacon Hill Legal, Beacon Hill Life Sciences and Beacon Hill Technologies by visiting our website. We look forward to working with you. Beacon Hill. Employing the Future