Spencer Rose Ltd
Security Engineering Lead London up to £100K 3 days per week in the office This household name are undertaking a huge technology transformation in the MS Azure space and are looking to hire a hand's on Security Engineering Lead as part of this change. They have made an impressive dent in the E-commerce market of the past 10 years and are continuing to dominate this space. Security Engineering Lead: The Role As a Security Engineering Lead you will be the first hire into this growing team so your role will involve a mixture of hands-on security engineering including python Scripting as well as hiring and supporting a team. Some of your duties will include: Developing and implementing an overarching security technology strategy aligned with business objectives, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including information security, architecture, platform engineering, network engineering, and software development, to integrate security technologies into organisational systems and applications. Ensuring the proper planning, execution, and completion of security technology projects, ensuring that these are delivered on time and on budget Performing risk assessments and vulnerability assessments to identify potential security gaps or weaknesses in existing technologies and recommending appropriate remediations. Monitoring security technology function and respond to any errors and failures which may occur. Security Engineering Lead: Your profile Proven experience in security technology management, with at least 5 years in a technical leadership or managerial capacity. Strong technical background in security technologies, including Firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, access control systems, DLP, encryption, etc. In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, standards, and best practices (eg, ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework). Demonstrable experience in managing security technology projects, from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines. Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or other relevant certifications. Experience working with Microsoft cloud security technologies, especially Sentinel, Defender and Purview Python programming knowledge - able to write scripts etc REST/Graph API experience Azure Kubernetes Service experience
Security Engineering Lead London up to £100K 3 days per week in the office This household name are undertaking a huge technology transformation in the MS Azure space and are looking to hire a hand's on Security Engineering Lead as part of this change. They have made an impressive dent in the E-commerce market of the past 10 years and are continuing to dominate this space. Security Engineering Lead: The Role As a Security Engineering Lead you will be the first hire into this growing team so your role will involve a mixture of hands-on security engineering including python Scripting as well as hiring and supporting a team. Some of your duties will include: Developing and implementing an overarching security technology strategy aligned with business objectives, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, including information security, architecture, platform engineering, network engineering, and software development, to integrate security technologies into organisational systems and applications. Ensuring the proper planning, execution, and completion of security technology projects, ensuring that these are delivered on time and on budget Performing risk assessments and vulnerability assessments to identify potential security gaps or weaknesses in existing technologies and recommending appropriate remediations. Monitoring security technology function and respond to any errors and failures which may occur. Security Engineering Lead: Your profile Proven experience in security technology management, with at least 5 years in a technical leadership or managerial capacity. Strong technical background in security technologies, including Firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, access control systems, DLP, encryption, etc. In-depth knowledge of security frameworks, standards, and best practices (eg, ISO 27001, NIST Cybersecurity Framework). Demonstrable experience in managing security technology projects, from initiation to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines. Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or other relevant certifications. Experience working with Microsoft cloud security technologies, especially Sentinel, Defender and Purview Python programming knowledge - able to write scripts etc REST/Graph API experience Azure Kubernetes Service experience
Experis IT
Network Services Technical Specialist - CCNA/CCNP This role requires a mix of technical hands-on and functional hands-off expertise! Performance monitoring, service performance, 3rd party and vendor management, SLA's, service improvement! Supporting Network Operations and Network Services. Technical background - Palo Alto Prisma Access/Strata Management are a bonus but training provided, Cisco ASA, Cisco Checkpoint, R&S, LAN/WAN, Routing & Switching, Juniper, Networks, CCNP, CCDA, VSS, Datacentre, QoS, VPN, MPLS, IPSEC, F5, Load Balancing, Palo Alto, PA Series Firewalls, Palo Alto ACE, PCNSE, WAAS, WCCP, VoIP, Telephony, Cisco/Avaya, Virtualisation, Virtual Networks, Virtual Switching, Virtual Routing. To £60,000 + £5,000pa Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits + Hybrid Working Birmingham, Solihull, West Midlands FTSE 250 Total IT Solutions Provider and IT outsourcer with their heart in the Birmingham area urgently require a focused, professional and client facing Network Specialist who still has the desire to offer hands-on capability and functional expertise. Ideally, you will have earned your stripes and impressive battle scars in the IT Solutions and Services arena as a Network Engineer, and now, as part of your a natural progression be heading towards the upper echelon Network Specialist platform. The key requirements of the ideal candidate: Palo Alto and Meraki are key technologies - Palo Alto Prisma Access/Strata Management are bonus - but training provided Role is 50% new/complex site delivery and 50% supporting the Tech Leads with design/migration to Prisma Need candidates willing to travel through the UK and sometimes Europe Current UK Security Clearance is a need, or you must be able to be eligible for SC To secure this post: You will work with the Network Services Manager to determine and agree business functional and non-functional expectations by working with the IT Business Partners, the business and specifying the external research needed to obtain market information. You will work with 3rd parties and IT and Engineering Teams documenting how technology is designed and deployed for Network Services to improve configurations to improve performance. You will provide technical data for Network Services by defining Service Portfolio and catalogue entries for Technical Products and configuration information to support operations and solutions in consuming the services. You will work with the Network Services Lead & Service Management Team to support the achievement of SLA's and targets. You will coexist with the Operational Teams and 3rd Parties to understand issues, resolve problems and improve performance. You will provide detailed information for management by assisting the Networks Technical Leads with short-term and long-term roadmaps covering all technical aspects of the service, working with Solutions and Partners/3rd Parties to improve detail and costings. Support bringing new services into live by analysing proposed functional/non-functional requirements, developing technical options and recommendations, preparing low level Deployment/Configuration Designs and ongoing operational cost models; establishing time schedules with Operations and partners/3rd parties to implement the required technologies, skills and procedures. Report on Network Services technical costs and impact on TCO costing by reviewing 3rd party support costs, internal delivery and operating costs, anticipating volume changes and cost impact within the teams. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by constantly scanning/reviewing the market, attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Technical Background : Cisco ASA, Cisco Checkpoint, R&S, LAN/WAN R&S, LAN/WAN, Routing & Switching, Juniper, Networks, CCNP, CCDA, ACE, PCNSE VSS, QoS, VPN, MPLS, IPSEC F5, Load Balancing, WAAS, WCCP, VoIP Telephony, Cisco/Avaya Virtualisation, Virtual Networks, Virtual Switching, Virtual Routing. Highly Desirable Certifications: Cisco CCNP, CCDA Palo Alto ACE, PCNSE The successful candidate will secure a role with a forward thinking, dynamic, IT focused global organisation. In return you will receive an excellent salary and benefits package. Call Experis IT today
Network Services Technical Specialist - CCNA/CCNP This role requires a mix of technical hands-on and functional hands-off expertise! Performance monitoring, service performance, 3rd party and vendor management, SLA's, service improvement! Supporting Network Operations and Network Services. Technical background - Palo Alto Prisma Access/Strata Management are a bonus but training provided, Cisco ASA, Cisco Checkpoint, R&S, LAN/WAN, Routing & Switching, Juniper, Networks, CCNP, CCDA, VSS, Datacentre, QoS, VPN, MPLS, IPSEC, F5, Load Balancing, Palo Alto, PA Series Firewalls, Palo Alto ACE, PCNSE, WAAS, WCCP, VoIP, Telephony, Cisco/Avaya, Virtualisation, Virtual Networks, Virtual Switching, Virtual Routing. To £60,000 + £5,000pa Car Allowance + Excellent Benefits + Hybrid Working Birmingham, Solihull, West Midlands FTSE 250 Total IT Solutions Provider and IT outsourcer with their heart in the Birmingham area urgently require a focused, professional and client facing Network Specialist who still has the desire to offer hands-on capability and functional expertise. Ideally, you will have earned your stripes and impressive battle scars in the IT Solutions and Services arena as a Network Engineer, and now, as part of your a natural progression be heading towards the upper echelon Network Specialist platform. The key requirements of the ideal candidate: Palo Alto and Meraki are key technologies - Palo Alto Prisma Access/Strata Management are bonus - but training provided Role is 50% new/complex site delivery and 50% supporting the Tech Leads with design/migration to Prisma Need candidates willing to travel through the UK and sometimes Europe Current UK Security Clearance is a need, or you must be able to be eligible for SC To secure this post: You will work with the Network Services Manager to determine and agree business functional and non-functional expectations by working with the IT Business Partners, the business and specifying the external research needed to obtain market information. You will work with 3rd parties and IT and Engineering Teams documenting how technology is designed and deployed for Network Services to improve configurations to improve performance. You will provide technical data for Network Services by defining Service Portfolio and catalogue entries for Technical Products and configuration information to support operations and solutions in consuming the services. You will work with the Network Services Lead & Service Management Team to support the achievement of SLA's and targets. You will coexist with the Operational Teams and 3rd Parties to understand issues, resolve problems and improve performance. You will provide detailed information for management by assisting the Networks Technical Leads with short-term and long-term roadmaps covering all technical aspects of the service, working with Solutions and Partners/3rd Parties to improve detail and costings. Support bringing new services into live by analysing proposed functional/non-functional requirements, developing technical options and recommendations, preparing low level Deployment/Configuration Designs and ongoing operational cost models; establishing time schedules with Operations and partners/3rd parties to implement the required technologies, skills and procedures. Report on Network Services technical costs and impact on TCO costing by reviewing 3rd party support costs, internal delivery and operating costs, anticipating volume changes and cost impact within the teams. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by constantly scanning/reviewing the market, attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Technical Background : Cisco ASA, Cisco Checkpoint, R&S, LAN/WAN R&S, LAN/WAN, Routing & Switching, Juniper, Networks, CCNP, CCDA, ACE, PCNSE VSS, QoS, VPN, MPLS, IPSEC F5, Load Balancing, WAAS, WCCP, VoIP Telephony, Cisco/Avaya Virtualisation, Virtual Networks, Virtual Switching, Virtual Routing. Highly Desirable Certifications: Cisco CCNP, CCDA Palo Alto ACE, PCNSE The successful candidate will secure a role with a forward thinking, dynamic, IT focused global organisation. In return you will receive an excellent salary and benefits package. Call Experis IT today
West Virginia Network for Educational Telecomputing (WVNET)
Morgantown, West Virginia
WVNET is seeking to hire a new Telecommunications Network Specialist III to analyze, design, configure, install, deploy and troubleshoot LAN, WAN, Campus networks (mainly Cisco Routers, Switches, Firewalls), associated wireless infrastructure (Extreme, Meraki), VOIP solutions (CUCM, SIP trunks, UCaaS), System Monitoring (SolarWinds NPM) and remote access (VPN ASA, AAA, TACACS, RADIUS), cloud (OCI, Azure, AWS) and associated ongoing maintenance and updating of related hardware and software. This role will address critical organizational needs by: Resolving Technical Debt: Modernizing equipment, eliminating Legacy protocols, and optimizing configurations for improved network performance, reliability, and security. Managing Workload and Complexity: Strategizing to efficiently handle increased operations, new technologies, and remote work demands. Enhancing Security: Implementing next-gen Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security protocols to help safeguard our network against cyberattacks, data breaches, and other security risks. Specialized Network Skills: Utilize their specialized skills and expertise, particularly with the ever-evolving Cisco platforms and other network vendor languages, cloud/hybrid computing, Network Function Virtualization among others to optimize network performance. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, able to multitask and enjoy problem solving. Candidate will be given lead on tasks and assignments to include working daily with local and remote technical and non-technical staff (Network Engineers, DBA's, System Admins, Computer Center Directors, Supreme Court Judges and Clerks, Tax Assessors, Vendors, etc.) to analyze and correct network-related issues. Work Location: Morgantown, WV, 26505 (on-site work required) Classification: Salary, Non-Classified, Full-Time Benefits, FLSA Exempt SALARY/BENEFITS Starting annual salary range is $70,000 - $80,000 plus excellent State of WV Employee benefits : health insurance, dental, vision, hearing, Health Savings Accounts/Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement investing, and life insurance plans, short-term/long-term disability insurance, as well as, generous amounts of vacation, sick, state & federal holidays, and professional development opportunities. MINIMUM EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Computer Science, or related field; or, equivalent professional experience in lieu of degree. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE.Details of relevant experience must be shown in your resume* Required - 6 to 8 years of progressively increasing experience and training in fields closely related to data communication or networking. Required - Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) with at least 5 years of relevant experience is preferred. Required - 6 to 8 years of hands-on experience is necessary to understand the complex interaction of communication protocols, computer-based networking equipment and associated wiring and electronics required to support the high-speed data transmission demanded by modern communications networks. Demonstrated hands-on proficiency with the Cisco CLI is a must. JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Maintaining and upgrading as needed multiple Operating Systems (Windows, Macintosh, Linux, Windows Server running on desktops, laptops, VMs) and their network-related software (Wireshark, Snort, TMS, ASDM, NMAP, etc.) as well as work to setup, troubleshooting and teardown wired and wireless networks at hotels and similar venues for statewide education & technology-related conferences, and occasional travel to all 55 WV counties (as well as Pittsburgh, PA and Columbus, OH) as needed to install, replace and maintain networking equipment. The Telecommunications Network Specialist III position will also provide training and guidance to TNS I's and TNS II's staff. All telecommunication positions are on call to respond to network emergencies 24/7/365. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES Problems encountered require considerable analytical and research skills coupled with an extensive knowledge base of the technology equipment used across the state unified network. Various systems are in use by WVNET and customers, which compounds the problems in providing network services. The design and implementation of new and/or integrated systems requires an in-depth knowledge of both the users' needs and the technologies available to achieve the desired results. Effective, clear and concise communication is the key to understanding the customer's requirements and creating a path forward. The ability to collaborate with teams of people over weeks and months on multiple and technical projects at once. Projects which have many moving parts' and which require accurate and detailed planning and research to avoid system and network outages of mission critical systems. Thorough knowledge of : Internet TCP/IP protocols, both IPv4 and IPv6; LAN and WAN configuration and interconnections; configuring port-channels, BVIs, SVI's and associated configuration; Routers, Switches, Firewalls, wireless access points, VPN and VOIP technologies; building telecommunications wiring, termination and cabling systems. Demonstrated abilities/skills to: think logically in problem troubleshooting while under stress; communication (both verbal/written) to technical and non-technical audiences; meet deadlines; work accurately and follow lengthy, specific directions; use creativity and imagination in technical problem solving; understand complex technical manuals and concepts; script/code in a programming language relevant to networking, whether for doing configuration management, automation, orchestration, monitoring, or management in general. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Frequently, perform two-person dead-lift large communications chassis weighing up to 200 lbs. For example, a Cisco 6509-E weighs between 60lbs empty up to 190lbs loaded, and has exactly 2 handles. Occasional travel to remote location for technical assistance. Often, especially when working at a remote location, there are only 2 people on the team. Therefore, telecommunication specialists must be able to lift and hold smaller Switches/Routers/Servers while the other person screws the brackets to the rack. It's basically a standing shoulder press of between 10 to 25 pounds. Frequently, physically crawl on the floor in order to run cabling beneath sub-floor, as well as climb ladders to work overhead, often above ceiling tiles. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER/VETERANS/DISABLED The West Virginia Network for Educational Telecomputing (WVNET) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. WVNET provides a collegial, respectful and inclusive environment that values the diversity, creativity and contributions of its staff.
WVNET is seeking to hire a new Telecommunications Network Specialist III to analyze, design, configure, install, deploy and troubleshoot LAN, WAN, Campus networks (mainly Cisco Routers, Switches, Firewalls), associated wireless infrastructure (Extreme, Meraki), VOIP solutions (CUCM, SIP trunks, UCaaS), System Monitoring (SolarWinds NPM) and remote access (VPN ASA, AAA, TACACS, RADIUS), cloud (OCI, Azure, AWS) and associated ongoing maintenance and updating of related hardware and software. This role will address critical organizational needs by: Resolving Technical Debt: Modernizing equipment, eliminating Legacy protocols, and optimizing configurations for improved network performance, reliability, and security. Managing Workload and Complexity: Strategizing to efficiently handle increased operations, new technologies, and remote work demands. Enhancing Security: Implementing next-gen Firewalls, intrusion detection systems, and security protocols to help safeguard our network against cyberattacks, data breaches, and other security risks. Specialized Network Skills: Utilize their specialized skills and expertise, particularly with the ever-evolving Cisco platforms and other network vendor languages, cloud/hybrid computing, Network Function Virtualization among others to optimize network performance. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, able to multitask and enjoy problem solving. Candidate will be given lead on tasks and assignments to include working daily with local and remote technical and non-technical staff (Network Engineers, DBA's, System Admins, Computer Center Directors, Supreme Court Judges and Clerks, Tax Assessors, Vendors, etc.) to analyze and correct network-related issues. Work Location: Morgantown, WV, 26505 (on-site work required) Classification: Salary, Non-Classified, Full-Time Benefits, FLSA Exempt SALARY/BENEFITS Starting annual salary range is $70,000 - $80,000 plus excellent State of WV Employee benefits : health insurance, dental, vision, hearing, Health Savings Accounts/Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement investing, and life insurance plans, short-term/long-term disability insurance, as well as, generous amounts of vacation, sick, state & federal holidays, and professional development opportunities. MINIMUM EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree in Telecommunications, Electronics, Computer Science, or related field; or, equivalent professional experience in lieu of degree. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE.Details of relevant experience must be shown in your resume* Required - 6 to 8 years of progressively increasing experience and training in fields closely related to data communication or networking. Required - Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) or Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) with at least 5 years of relevant experience is preferred. Required - 6 to 8 years of hands-on experience is necessary to understand the complex interaction of communication protocols, computer-based networking equipment and associated wiring and electronics required to support the high-speed data transmission demanded by modern communications networks. Demonstrated hands-on proficiency with the Cisco CLI is a must. JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Maintaining and upgrading as needed multiple Operating Systems (Windows, Macintosh, Linux, Windows Server running on desktops, laptops, VMs) and their network-related software (Wireshark, Snort, TMS, ASDM, NMAP, etc.) as well as work to setup, troubleshooting and teardown wired and wireless networks at hotels and similar venues for statewide education & technology-related conferences, and occasional travel to all 55 WV counties (as well as Pittsburgh, PA and Columbus, OH) as needed to install, replace and maintain networking equipment. The Telecommunications Network Specialist III position will also provide training and guidance to TNS I's and TNS II's staff. All telecommunication positions are on call to respond to network emergencies 24/7/365. KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES Problems encountered require considerable analytical and research skills coupled with an extensive knowledge base of the technology equipment used across the state unified network. Various systems are in use by WVNET and customers, which compounds the problems in providing network services. The design and implementation of new and/or integrated systems requires an in-depth knowledge of both the users' needs and the technologies available to achieve the desired results. Effective, clear and concise communication is the key to understanding the customer's requirements and creating a path forward. The ability to collaborate with teams of people over weeks and months on multiple and technical projects at once. Projects which have many moving parts' and which require accurate and detailed planning and research to avoid system and network outages of mission critical systems. Thorough knowledge of : Internet TCP/IP protocols, both IPv4 and IPv6; LAN and WAN configuration and interconnections; configuring port-channels, BVIs, SVI's and associated configuration; Routers, Switches, Firewalls, wireless access points, VPN and VOIP technologies; building telecommunications wiring, termination and cabling systems. Demonstrated abilities/skills to: think logically in problem troubleshooting while under stress; communication (both verbal/written) to technical and non-technical audiences; meet deadlines; work accurately and follow lengthy, specific directions; use creativity and imagination in technical problem solving; understand complex technical manuals and concepts; script/code in a programming language relevant to networking, whether for doing configuration management, automation, orchestration, monitoring, or management in general. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Frequently, perform two-person dead-lift large communications chassis weighing up to 200 lbs. For example, a Cisco 6509-E weighs between 60lbs empty up to 190lbs loaded, and has exactly 2 handles. Occasional travel to remote location for technical assistance. Often, especially when working at a remote location, there are only 2 people on the team. Therefore, telecommunication specialists must be able to lift and hold smaller Switches/Routers/Servers while the other person screws the brackets to the rack. It's basically a standing shoulder press of between 10 to 25 pounds. Frequently, physically crawl on the floor in order to run cabling beneath sub-floor, as well as climb ladders to work overhead, often above ceiling tiles. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER/VETERANS/DISABLED The West Virginia Network for Educational Telecomputing (WVNET) is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. WVNET provides a collegial, respectful and inclusive environment that values the diversity, creativity and contributions of its staff.