AWS Solutions Architect required for a specialist cloud consultancy, based from either Dundee, Edinburgh or Aberdeen (remote mainly). The company: They are a growing Cloud and Infrastructure consultancy and are also changing as a business, with large scale projects and clients being won. They have offices in either Dundee or Aberdeen, however this role only needs to be in the office twice a month (as a minimum). They are a medium sized business and you will be joining as a Senior member of the team. Currently, the business is focused on AWS largely, however they are looking to also move into the Azure space. The business works on small to medium sized projects however there is a changing focus to larger scale projects and also bigger clients. They are looking ideally for someone with a strong consultancy or managed services background (although not necessary) and also who is definitely senior in stature. The role: Reporting into the Head of Cloud Services, you will be a key part of the Solutions Architect team which forms a core component of a customer-focused, commercial customer success function. The business has expert Architects across VMWare, Azure and Data Management, and are looking for another AWS specialist to join a growing team. You will be responsible for designing AWS cloud first and hybrid cloud architectures and will integrate alongside Azure as well as the business' own cloud solution. You will have crucial face time with both clients and internal stakeholders, to understand their technical requirements and business needs and acting as a trusted partner in their cloud journey. The company are based in both Dundee and Aberdeen, however the company have a 2 day a month policy in office, so offer a very flexible WFH policy. Key responsibilities and background: Design hybrid cloud architectures that focus mainly on AWS, but also combine with Azure and other bespoke cloud solutions Strong cloud migration experience including AWS migration acceleration program (MAP), containerisation and microservices Ability to produce customer solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations, as well as available commercial budgets Ability to serve as an SME across AWS for the business, providing both expertise and guidance to customers as well as internal engineering teams Scope out existing technology solutions with customers and prospects to support our recommended technical solution Own the architecture during the implementation of AWS cloud solutions, working closely with project and engineering teams to ensure successful delivery Stay up to date on the latest tech trends relating to AWS You as a person: You should have a proven track record in creating, developing, and/or modernizing cloud solutions with a focus on the AWS platform Either a few years experience in an AWS Architect or Senior Technical role with a primary focus on AWS cloud technology Knowledge across cloud security, operating systems (Windows/Linux), Networking, monitoring systems Automation skills (Ansible, Docker etc), Cisco FirePower, Barracuda, ServiceNow, DellEMC Products -: all an added bonus as skills Demonstrated experience in architecting and providing technical pre-sales/solution architecture capabilities within customer-facing sales cycles (bonus) Broad technical knowledge encompassing all aspects of Cloud & Datacentre and Modern Workplace, including AWS, SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, M365, VMware and Microsoft If this role is of interest to you, please apply or call Hamish at Cathcart Technology for a chat.
Apr 26, 2024
Full time
AWS Solutions Architect required for a specialist cloud consultancy, based from either Dundee, Edinburgh or Aberdeen (remote mainly). The company: They are a growing Cloud and Infrastructure consultancy and are also changing as a business, with large scale projects and clients being won. They have offices in either Dundee or Aberdeen, however this role only needs to be in the office twice a month (as a minimum). They are a medium sized business and you will be joining as a Senior member of the team. Currently, the business is focused on AWS largely, however they are looking to also move into the Azure space. The business works on small to medium sized projects however there is a changing focus to larger scale projects and also bigger clients. They are looking ideally for someone with a strong consultancy or managed services background (although not necessary) and also who is definitely senior in stature. The role: Reporting into the Head of Cloud Services, you will be a key part of the Solutions Architect team which forms a core component of a customer-focused, commercial customer success function. The business has expert Architects across VMWare, Azure and Data Management, and are looking for another AWS specialist to join a growing team. You will be responsible for designing AWS cloud first and hybrid cloud architectures and will integrate alongside Azure as well as the business' own cloud solution. You will have crucial face time with both clients and internal stakeholders, to understand their technical requirements and business needs and acting as a trusted partner in their cloud journey. The company are based in both Dundee and Aberdeen, however the company have a 2 day a month policy in office, so offer a very flexible WFH policy. Key responsibilities and background: Design hybrid cloud architectures that focus mainly on AWS, but also combine with Azure and other bespoke cloud solutions Strong cloud migration experience including AWS migration acceleration program (MAP), containerisation and microservices Ability to produce customer solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations, as well as available commercial budgets Ability to serve as an SME across AWS for the business, providing both expertise and guidance to customers as well as internal engineering teams Scope out existing technology solutions with customers and prospects to support our recommended technical solution Own the architecture during the implementation of AWS cloud solutions, working closely with project and engineering teams to ensure successful delivery Stay up to date on the latest tech trends relating to AWS You as a person: You should have a proven track record in creating, developing, and/or modernizing cloud solutions with a focus on the AWS platform Either a few years experience in an AWS Architect or Senior Technical role with a primary focus on AWS cloud technology Knowledge across cloud security, operating systems (Windows/Linux), Networking, monitoring systems Automation skills (Ansible, Docker etc), Cisco FirePower, Barracuda, ServiceNow, DellEMC Products -: all an added bonus as skills Demonstrated experience in architecting and providing technical pre-sales/solution architecture capabilities within customer-facing sales cycles (bonus) Broad technical knowledge encompassing all aspects of Cloud & Datacentre and Modern Workplace, including AWS, SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, M365, VMware and Microsoft If this role is of interest to you, please apply or call Hamish at Cathcart Technology for a chat.
AWS Solutions Architect required for a specialist cloud consultancy, based from either Dundee, Edinburgh or Aberdeen (remote mainly). The company: They are a growing Cloud and Infrastructure consultancy and are also changing as a business, with large scale projects and clients being won. They have offices in either Dundee or Aberdeen, however this role only needs to be in the office twice a month (as a minimum). They are a medium sized business and you will be joining as a Senior member of the team. Currently, the business is focused on AWS largely, however they are looking to also move into the Azure space. The business works on small to medium sized projects however there is a changing focus to larger scale projects and also bigger clients. They are looking ideally for someone with a strong consultancy or managed services background (although not necessary) and also who is definitely senior in stature. The role: Reporting into the Head of Cloud Services, you will be a key part of the Solutions Architect team which forms a core component of a customer-focused, commercial customer success function. The business has expert Architects across VMWare, Azure and Data Management, and are looking for another AWS specialist to join a growing team. You will be responsible for designing AWS cloud first and hybrid cloud architectures and will integrate alongside Azure as well as the business' own cloud solution. You will have crucial face time with both clients and internal stakeholders, to understand their technical requirements and business needs and acting as a trusted partner in their cloud journey. The company are based in both Dundee and Aberdeen, however the company have a 2 day a month policy in office, so offer a very flexible WFH policy. Key responsibilities and background: Design hybrid cloud architectures that focus mainly on AWS, but also combine with Azure and other bespoke cloud solutions Strong cloud migration experience including AWS migration acceleration program (MAP), containerisation and microservices Ability to produce customer solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations, as well as available commercial budgets Ability to serve as an SME across AWS for the business, providing both expertise and guidance to customers as well as internal engineering teams Scope out existing technology solutions with customers and prospects to support our recommended technical solution Own the architecture during the implementation of AWS cloud solutions, working closely with project and engineering teams to ensure successful delivery Stay up to date on the latest tech trends relating to AWS You as a person: You should have a proven track record in creating, developing, and/or modernizing cloud solutions with a focus on the AWS platform Either a few years experience in an AWS Architect or Senior Technical role with a primary focus on AWS cloud technology Knowledge across cloud security, operating systems (Windows/Linux), Networking, monitoring systems Automation skills (Ansible, Docker etc), Cisco FirePower, Barracuda, ServiceNow, DellEMC Products -: all an added bonus as skills Demonstrated experience in architecting and providing technical pre-sales/solution architecture capabilities within customer-facing sales cycles (bonus) Broad technical knowledge encompassing all aspects of Cloud & Datacentre and Modern Workplace, including AWS, SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, M365, VMware and Microsoft If this role is of interest to you, please apply or call Hamish at Cathcart Technology for a chat.
Apr 23, 2024
Full time
AWS Solutions Architect required for a specialist cloud consultancy, based from either Dundee, Edinburgh or Aberdeen (remote mainly). The company: They are a growing Cloud and Infrastructure consultancy and are also changing as a business, with large scale projects and clients being won. They have offices in either Dundee or Aberdeen, however this role only needs to be in the office twice a month (as a minimum). They are a medium sized business and you will be joining as a Senior member of the team. Currently, the business is focused on AWS largely, however they are looking to also move into the Azure space. The business works on small to medium sized projects however there is a changing focus to larger scale projects and also bigger clients. They are looking ideally for someone with a strong consultancy or managed services background (although not necessary) and also who is definitely senior in stature. The role: Reporting into the Head of Cloud Services, you will be a key part of the Solutions Architect team which forms a core component of a customer-focused, commercial customer success function. The business has expert Architects across VMWare, Azure and Data Management, and are looking for another AWS specialist to join a growing team. You will be responsible for designing AWS cloud first and hybrid cloud architectures and will integrate alongside Azure as well as the business' own cloud solution. You will have crucial face time with both clients and internal stakeholders, to understand their technical requirements and business needs and acting as a trusted partner in their cloud journey. The company are based in both Dundee and Aberdeen, however the company have a 2 day a month policy in office, so offer a very flexible WFH policy. Key responsibilities and background: Design hybrid cloud architectures that focus mainly on AWS, but also combine with Azure and other bespoke cloud solutions Strong cloud migration experience including AWS migration acceleration program (MAP), containerisation and microservices Ability to produce customer solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations, as well as available commercial budgets Ability to serve as an SME across AWS for the business, providing both expertise and guidance to customers as well as internal engineering teams Scope out existing technology solutions with customers and prospects to support our recommended technical solution Own the architecture during the implementation of AWS cloud solutions, working closely with project and engineering teams to ensure successful delivery Stay up to date on the latest tech trends relating to AWS You as a person: You should have a proven track record in creating, developing, and/or modernizing cloud solutions with a focus on the AWS platform Either a few years experience in an AWS Architect or Senior Technical role with a primary focus on AWS cloud technology Knowledge across cloud security, operating systems (Windows/Linux), Networking, monitoring systems Automation skills (Ansible, Docker etc), Cisco FirePower, Barracuda, ServiceNow, DellEMC Products -: all an added bonus as skills Demonstrated experience in architecting and providing technical pre-sales/solution architecture capabilities within customer-facing sales cycles (bonus) Broad technical knowledge encompassing all aspects of Cloud & Datacentre and Modern Workplace, including AWS, SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, M365, VMware and Microsoft If this role is of interest to you, please apply or call Hamish at Cathcart Technology for a chat.
Are you an OCI expert looking for a new challenge? Role Overview: Are you an Oracle Architect with experience of cloud migrations and OCI? Would you like to expand your experience of cloud technologies with a focus on OCI? Are you the person who understands and "owns" the end-to-end solution during a project? Do you enjoy inspiring and leading a successful cloud transformation team? Do you enjoy developing and growing new business in a dynamic cloud environment? Do you understand how to sell and position business value to senior stakeholders? Would you like to further these skills and take your career to the next level? Then you could be our next OCI Architect. We are looking for an experienced, motivated lead OCI Architect who can (a.) lead and inspire more junior members of a delivery team, (b.) act as the presales lead to develop and win new cloud business. We are looking to grow our team with architects who have big ambitions to succeed in the IT Industry and are keen to build and enhance their careers with one of the leading technology companies of our time. You will be supported by ADS Consulting's extensive network of industry and technical experts along with our innovative, collaborative and fun training and development opportunities both in the UK and across Europe. Key Responsibilities: Provides advice and guidance to development teams on architectures and application designs Identifies and promotes best practice, including standards, frameworks and solution methodologies Proactively identify opportunities for extending existing and new developments into re-usable resources, and maintains a central repository of resources, including code, design documentation, standards, patterns and guidance Tracks market trends and competitor activities in 'expert' area and ensure this data is utilised for the ongoing service development Defines scope and deliverables for assignment with 'client' (may be internal or external) for the design of complex systems architectures to integrate business and IT requirements Delivers effective technical architecture designs in accordance with agreed scope, time, financial and quality measures Ensures effective client engagement and stakeholder management during assignment (may include management of technology partners and subcontractors) Completes assignment review with 'client' at the end of each and every assignment (or six monthly for long term assignments) Actively promotes Sopra Steria consulting, application management, business process and IT-outsourcing services. Seeks and gains recognition outside Sopra Steria within 'expert' area by active involvement in industry / specialist groups that develops recognition of Company's capability that is transferable into sales opportunities Develops and exploits personal network of contacts within Sopra Steria to ensure high levels of chargeable personal utilisation Shares personal knowledge of 'expert' area through coaching and mentoring, running workshops, establishing 'special interest groups' To identify and manage risk in his/her business activities and take responsibility for reporting risks in a timely, open and appropriate manner What you'll bring: Experience of Cloud solutions Proven experience assessing client's Oracle workloads and technology landscape for OCI suitability, Including OCI Network and Security design for complex architectures to support high availability and disaster recovery requirements. Demonstrate extensive knowledge of the latest and emerging developments in IT and cloud technologies; Have delivery experience from cloud migrations; Have a good understanding of cloud offerings from the leading cloud vendors; Be able to present a point of view in a compelling way and defend it when needed; Be able to clearly articulate and document cloud transformation strategies and roadmaps; Link business requirement to technology and cloud solutions; Capture and interpret business requirement; Have an understanding of how to build financial TCO and/or ROI models; Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills; Be comfortable interacting with stakeholders including C level when needed. Desirable Skills: SaaS Oracle EBS Apps DBA Implementation and Production Support experience Knowledge of best practices and market trends pertaining to Cloud (OCI, Azure, AWS, GCP) and overall industry to provide thought leadership (seminars, whitepapers etc.) and mentor team to build necessary capability. In depth knowledge of Oracle SaaS and PaaS If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full-time Location: UK Remote, with some travel Security Clearance Level: SC Internal Recruiter: Josh Huggins-Smith Salary: £95,000 Benefits: £6,600 car allowance, couple medical cover, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days, private medical, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund Although this role is advertised as full-time, we believe that flexibility at work can promote work/life balance, increase your motivation, reduce stress and improve performance and productivity. We support different ways of working and can offer a range of flexible working arrangements. So, if you're interested and need to work flexibly, we encourage you to apply and talk to us about what might be possible. Loved reading about this job and want to know more about our company? Sopra Steria's Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets. Our technical specialists deploy systems running many of the major operating systems such as Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, and multiple Linux distros. We also provide Messaging and Collaboration systems and support, Application packaging and deployment, along with supporting Infrastructure and Cloud services and support. Our time can be split between our services and project work, so we have the chance to be multi-disciplined and access to a range of technologies. We embrace difference as a source of creativity, innovation and competitive advantage and are striving to become a more diverse organisation. We welcome applications from people with a diverse variety of backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We have partnered with Vercida , the UK's largest diversity and inclusion focused careers site, where all our vacancies are available in an accessible format. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, to enable you to perform to the best of your ability, please let us know when completing your application. We participate in the Disability Confident scheme and are committed to offering an interview to any candidate with a disability, who meets the minimum criteria for the role. If you believe this could apply to you, please let us know when completing your application.
Sep 24, 2022
Full time
Are you an OCI expert looking for a new challenge? Role Overview: Are you an Oracle Architect with experience of cloud migrations and OCI? Would you like to expand your experience of cloud technologies with a focus on OCI? Are you the person who understands and "owns" the end-to-end solution during a project? Do you enjoy inspiring and leading a successful cloud transformation team? Do you enjoy developing and growing new business in a dynamic cloud environment? Do you understand how to sell and position business value to senior stakeholders? Would you like to further these skills and take your career to the next level? Then you could be our next OCI Architect. We are looking for an experienced, motivated lead OCI Architect who can (a.) lead and inspire more junior members of a delivery team, (b.) act as the presales lead to develop and win new cloud business. We are looking to grow our team with architects who have big ambitions to succeed in the IT Industry and are keen to build and enhance their careers with one of the leading technology companies of our time. You will be supported by ADS Consulting's extensive network of industry and technical experts along with our innovative, collaborative and fun training and development opportunities both in the UK and across Europe. Key Responsibilities: Provides advice and guidance to development teams on architectures and application designs Identifies and promotes best practice, including standards, frameworks and solution methodologies Proactively identify opportunities for extending existing and new developments into re-usable resources, and maintains a central repository of resources, including code, design documentation, standards, patterns and guidance Tracks market trends and competitor activities in 'expert' area and ensure this data is utilised for the ongoing service development Defines scope and deliverables for assignment with 'client' (may be internal or external) for the design of complex systems architectures to integrate business and IT requirements Delivers effective technical architecture designs in accordance with agreed scope, time, financial and quality measures Ensures effective client engagement and stakeholder management during assignment (may include management of technology partners and subcontractors) Completes assignment review with 'client' at the end of each and every assignment (or six monthly for long term assignments) Actively promotes Sopra Steria consulting, application management, business process and IT-outsourcing services. Seeks and gains recognition outside Sopra Steria within 'expert' area by active involvement in industry / specialist groups that develops recognition of Company's capability that is transferable into sales opportunities Develops and exploits personal network of contacts within Sopra Steria to ensure high levels of chargeable personal utilisation Shares personal knowledge of 'expert' area through coaching and mentoring, running workshops, establishing 'special interest groups' To identify and manage risk in his/her business activities and take responsibility for reporting risks in a timely, open and appropriate manner What you'll bring: Experience of Cloud solutions Proven experience assessing client's Oracle workloads and technology landscape for OCI suitability, Including OCI Network and Security design for complex architectures to support high availability and disaster recovery requirements. Demonstrate extensive knowledge of the latest and emerging developments in IT and cloud technologies; Have delivery experience from cloud migrations; Have a good understanding of cloud offerings from the leading cloud vendors; Be able to present a point of view in a compelling way and defend it when needed; Be able to clearly articulate and document cloud transformation strategies and roadmaps; Link business requirement to technology and cloud solutions; Capture and interpret business requirement; Have an understanding of how to build financial TCO and/or ROI models; Demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills; Be comfortable interacting with stakeholders including C level when needed. Desirable Skills: SaaS Oracle EBS Apps DBA Implementation and Production Support experience Knowledge of best practices and market trends pertaining to Cloud (OCI, Azure, AWS, GCP) and overall industry to provide thought leadership (seminars, whitepapers etc.) and mentor team to build necessary capability. In depth knowledge of Oracle SaaS and PaaS If you are interested in this role but not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please do apply, we'd love to hear from you! Employment Type: Full-time Location: UK Remote, with some travel Security Clearance Level: SC Internal Recruiter: Josh Huggins-Smith Salary: £95,000 Benefits: £6,600 car allowance, couple medical cover, 25 days annual leave with the option to buy additional days, private medical, life assurance, pension, and generous flexible benefits fund Although this role is advertised as full-time, we believe that flexibility at work can promote work/life balance, increase your motivation, reduce stress and improve performance and productivity. We support different ways of working and can offer a range of flexible working arrangements. So, if you're interested and need to work flexibly, we encourage you to apply and talk to us about what might be possible. Loved reading about this job and want to know more about our company? Sopra Steria's Aerospace, Defence and Security business designs, develops and deploys digital solutions to Central Government clients. The work we do makes a real difference to the client's goal of National Security, and we operate in a unique and privileged environment. We are given time for professional development activities, and we coach and mentor our colleagues, sharing knowledge and learning from each other. We foster a culture in which employees feel valued and supported and have pride in their work for the customer, delivering outstanding rates of customer satisfaction in the UK's most complex safety- and security-critical markets. Our technical specialists deploy systems running many of the major operating systems such as Microsoft Windows, Mac OS, and multiple Linux distros. We also provide Messaging and Collaboration systems and support, Application packaging and deployment, along with supporting Infrastructure and Cloud services and support. Our time can be split between our services and project work, so we have the chance to be multi-disciplined and access to a range of technologies. We embrace difference as a source of creativity, innovation and competitive advantage and are striving to become a more diverse organisation. We welcome applications from people with a diverse variety of backgrounds and identities. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation or marital status. We have partnered with Vercida , the UK's largest diversity and inclusion focused careers site, where all our vacancies are available in an accessible format. If you require any adjustments to the recruitment process, to enable you to perform to the best of your ability, please let us know when completing your application. We participate in the Disability Confident scheme and are committed to offering an interview to any candidate with a disability, who meets the minimum criteria for the role. If you believe this could apply to you, please let us know when completing your application.
Hanson Wade is a fast-growing business intelligence provider working in the Life Science sector. Our mission is to support the industry in getting better drugs to patients faster through information products that deliver market insights and research intelligence.
Alongside extensive event portfolios and SaaS-based pipeline tools we are now launching a market research business to expand the range of services we support the biopharma market with. We are recruiting for a Business Technology Lead to join our fast growing tech and data team, successfully deliver an excellent technical service
Are you flexible and resilient with proven experience in successfully delivering IT Infrastructure in an operations department? Are you able to plan and deliver your own work to set targets and timelines successfully?
We are recruiting for a Business Technology Lead to successfully deliver an excellent technical service and the provision of robust solutions to ensure a high infrastructure availability for the business
Job Requirements:
Technology Innovation :
Execute on technology-related projects as defined by the requirements of the business and technology directorate
Successfully deliver an excellent technical service and the provision of robust solutions to ensure high infrastructure availability
Work with software providers and technical specialists to support translation of functional solutions into technical solutions
Document functional user requirements and technical specifications for use in the project development cycle.
Support system integration, API integration and create new built point, data mapping activities, process design, business rules configuration and systems test planning
Document new business processes, capabilities and supporting technologies.
Support user communications, training, and job aids to assist in successful business implementation.
Assist in the formulation of a technology road map to ensure systems are kept in an advanced state and the business is aware of potential advances.
Perform ad-hoc analysis and evaluation where necessary.
Management & Governance of AWS, Azure and Microsoft 365 based environments
Management & Governance of Identify Management
Technology Support :
Support technology innovation analysts by guiding or helping with IT-related issues, user setup, office technology administration such as Microsoft or CloudCall.
Act as an escalation point for any 2nd line Cloud or Infrastructure issues
Where necessary, assist in the governance and maintenance of core business platform such as Hopin, Pardot, Salesforce or EventEngine.
What we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will have two or more years of experience proactively maintain the existing infrastructure to agreed standards and methodologies, including recording, reviewing and monitoring systems and problem-solving any degradation of service to drive performance improvements and work closely with Head of Business Technology.
Proven hand-on experience and in depth understanding of IT Services (networks, on-premises infrastructure, cloud infrastructure including Azure and AWS.
Proven experience for the design and operational models for core infrastructure and central systems including Microsoft Azure AD and Active Directory Services and other enterprise solutions
Experience in Agile and DevOps ways of working and someone keen to advocate and educate on these working practices.
Proven experience for device management, endpoint analytics and end user support through tools like AAD, Intune, SSCM
Proven hand-on experience on Window 10, virtual desktops, collaboration technologies such as Teams, SharePoint, and One Drive
Experience in deploying network hardware like switches, routers and access points and associated patching as well as support for Local Area Network and Wireless Network
Experience managing and supporting end-user hardware asset and configuration life cycle management through standard tools such as Jira Service Management
Experience in using and maintaining middleware such as Jitterbit
Outstanding problem solver with excellent communication and presentational skills, confident and methodical approach, and able to work within a team environment
A Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering or relevant field
Desirable to have obtained industry standard certification
We will offer you:
The opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast paced, professional business environment
A company where the culture is one of transparency, honesty, and support
1st class training and career development programs
Unlimited career opportunities
A supportive environment that loves to celebrate success
Benefits:
Monthly Awards and Social Events
Annual Awards Dinner
Busy and active social calendar
Annual personal learning budget
Flexible working
Mar 22, 2022
Full time
Hanson Wade is a fast-growing business intelligence provider working in the Life Science sector. Our mission is to support the industry in getting better drugs to patients faster through information products that deliver market insights and research intelligence.
Alongside extensive event portfolios and SaaS-based pipeline tools we are now launching a market research business to expand the range of services we support the biopharma market with. We are recruiting for a Business Technology Lead to join our fast growing tech and data team, successfully deliver an excellent technical service
Are you flexible and resilient with proven experience in successfully delivering IT Infrastructure in an operations department? Are you able to plan and deliver your own work to set targets and timelines successfully?
We are recruiting for a Business Technology Lead to successfully deliver an excellent technical service and the provision of robust solutions to ensure a high infrastructure availability for the business
Job Requirements:
Technology Innovation :
Execute on technology-related projects as defined by the requirements of the business and technology directorate
Successfully deliver an excellent technical service and the provision of robust solutions to ensure high infrastructure availability
Work with software providers and technical specialists to support translation of functional solutions into technical solutions
Document functional user requirements and technical specifications for use in the project development cycle.
Support system integration, API integration and create new built point, data mapping activities, process design, business rules configuration and systems test planning
Document new business processes, capabilities and supporting technologies.
Support user communications, training, and job aids to assist in successful business implementation.
Assist in the formulation of a technology road map to ensure systems are kept in an advanced state and the business is aware of potential advances.
Perform ad-hoc analysis and evaluation where necessary.
Management & Governance of AWS, Azure and Microsoft 365 based environments
Management & Governance of Identify Management
Technology Support :
Support technology innovation analysts by guiding or helping with IT-related issues, user setup, office technology administration such as Microsoft or CloudCall.
Act as an escalation point for any 2nd line Cloud or Infrastructure issues
Where necessary, assist in the governance and maintenance of core business platform such as Hopin, Pardot, Salesforce or EventEngine.
What we are looking for:
The ideal candidate will have two or more years of experience proactively maintain the existing infrastructure to agreed standards and methodologies, including recording, reviewing and monitoring systems and problem-solving any degradation of service to drive performance improvements and work closely with Head of Business Technology.
Proven hand-on experience and in depth understanding of IT Services (networks, on-premises infrastructure, cloud infrastructure including Azure and AWS.
Proven experience for the design and operational models for core infrastructure and central systems including Microsoft Azure AD and Active Directory Services and other enterprise solutions
Experience in Agile and DevOps ways of working and someone keen to advocate and educate on these working practices.
Proven experience for device management, endpoint analytics and end user support through tools like AAD, Intune, SSCM
Proven hand-on experience on Window 10, virtual desktops, collaboration technologies such as Teams, SharePoint, and One Drive
Experience in deploying network hardware like switches, routers and access points and associated patching as well as support for Local Area Network and Wireless Network
Experience managing and supporting end-user hardware asset and configuration life cycle management through standard tools such as Jira Service Management
Experience in using and maintaining middleware such as Jitterbit
Outstanding problem solver with excellent communication and presentational skills, confident and methodical approach, and able to work within a team environment
A Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer engineering or relevant field
Desirable to have obtained industry standard certification
We will offer you:
The opportunity to work in a dynamic, fast paced, professional business environment
A company where the culture is one of transparency, honesty, and support
1st class training and career development programs
Unlimited career opportunities
A supportive environment that loves to celebrate success
Benefits:
Monthly Awards and Social Events
Annual Awards Dinner
Busy and active social calendar
Annual personal learning budget
Flexible working
At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. EY Technology: Technology has always been at the heart of what we do and deliver at EY. We need technology to keep an organization the size of ours working efficiently. We have 250,000 people in more than 140 countries, all of whom rely on secure technology to be able to do their job every single day. Everything from the laptops we use, to the ability to work remotely on our mobile devices and connecting our people and our clients, to enabling hundreds of internal tools and external solutions delivered to our clients. Technology solutions are integrated in the client services we deliver and is key to us being more innovative as an organization. EY Technology supports our technology needs through four business units: Client Technology (CT) - focuses on developing new technology services for our clients. It enables EY to identify new technology-based opportunities faster and pursue those opportunities more rapidly. Enterprise Technology (ET) - ET supports our Core Business Services functions and will deliver fit-for-purpose technology infrastructure at the cheapest possible cost for quality services. ET will also support our internal technology needs by focusing on a better user experience. Information Security (Info Sec) - Info Sec prevents, detects, responds and mitigates cyber-risk, protecting EY and client data, and our information management systems. Supplier EcoSystem Services - brings a consistent approach, supporting technology and best practices tomanaging contracts right across EY, working closely with Procurement Services, budget holders and our many user communities. The opportunity The Supplier EcoSystem Services (SES) maintains a global Software Asset Management (SAM) team accountable for targeted optimization of complex, high value software contracts which underpin our business. This team is tightly linked to contract performance management and to EYs procurement function. SES seeks a senior, highly experienced Software Licensing and SAM leader to join our management team and proactively drive the maximum value from these contracts, complementing the existing teams' skills. Building on the successes of recent years, this role will work closely with existing line managers, stakeholders and team members. The primary focus of this role will however be to engage with new requests and projects relating to licensing risk and opportunity, assuring the quality of work, design solutions, manage engagements and achieve the best commercial outcomes for EY. The successful candidate will need to be a strong communicator, experienced people and task manager, a licensing specialist experienced with a wide range of vendors and have good process design experience. You should be very familiar with Service Management, since SaaS / IaaS / PaaS cloud delivery is rapidly growing as the largest agreement type within EYs portfolio and be able to demonstrate excellent contract interpretation and risk assessment experience. You must also possess the commercial, analytical and negotiation skills necessary to lead audit defense engagements in often tense projects with sometimes hostile software vendors. You will be directly involved with some of the largest most complex software licensing contracts in the world, across a wide range of global class vendors. This will be a great opportunity for candidates seeking exposure to EYs leadership PPPED community, the ability to make a real financial difference for EY and will present a significant career growth opportunity once the role is established. The role will require occasional travel, in country and internationally including India, US, UK or other destinations. Your key responsibilities Operating as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor in the domain of software licensing and optimization. Designing and implementing approaches to meeting client requirements according to specific organizational and technology environments. Leading teams to deliver SAM engagements for internal clients, ensuring that the agreed scope of work is delivered to the required standards, reporting to one of the practice's partners or directors. Supervising and coaching junior members of staff to help them realize their full potential. Quality assuring the team's work. Budgeting and monitoring the financial performance of projects in order to meet profitability targets. Skills and attributes for success To qualify for the role, you must have A technical degree or technical qualification 6-10+ years of proven experience in Software Asset and License Management working in large corporate environment High level of drive, commitment to achieving solutions and ability to work under pressure Intellectual strength / flexibility to rapidly understand complex problems and rationalise these into workable solutions which can then be delivered Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills, coupled with a strong interest in further developing and integrating operations with technology skills Quickly establishes credibility with peers and stakeholders Strong stakeholder and supplier management skills Proven experience of Software Contract Analysis and Reporting methodology Proven experience of leading cross-functional teams, conflict resolution and supplier performance management Knowledge and proven experience of managing legacy perpetual license agreements alongside new subscription-based models (e.g. Software as a Service) Proven track record of leading resolution of software license compliance issues, minimising financial impacts Commercial mindset - high value / business contract and license process expertise including ongoing commercial management, re-negotiation and execution for multi-£M spend Commercial awareness of delivering results to improve competitive advantage and profit margins Experience of developing and implementing operational priorities - can provide evidence of previous operational decisions and their outcomes (including planning, budgeting and implementation) Financial acumen - proven experience of managing to budgets Market and industry awareness - depth and breadth of knowledge within the IT industry Proven abilities to manage server software licensing models and product use rights across major software vendors. Experience in working with high-value software contracts with vendors such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle Experience in Cloud consumption management, ability to identify cost saving opportunities and optimization Ideally, you'll also have Ideally Microsoft Certified (e.g. MCP SAM) Big 4 experience and training At least three years' experience in the delivery of Software License reviews/audits Experience of working internationally What we look for To be successful in this role, you must be an intelligent self-starter with a positive can-do attitude who takes ownership and responsibility of their work You should be able to work effectively in a home/remote office environment You should enjoy learning new things in a rapid changing international environment with many deliverables and competing priorities and stakeholders You will be someone willing to constructively challenge, yet reach a positive balance with EY's best interests at the core of your decision making You should have truly excellent communication skills, able to confidently and concisely communicate with a wide range of people, roles and seniorities What we offer We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer: Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology..... click apply for full job details
Feb 01, 2022
Full time
At EY, you'll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And we're counting on your unique voice and perspective to help EY become even better, too. Join us and build an exceptional experience for yourself, and a better working world for all. EY Technology: Technology has always been at the heart of what we do and deliver at EY. We need technology to keep an organization the size of ours working efficiently. We have 250,000 people in more than 140 countries, all of whom rely on secure technology to be able to do their job every single day. Everything from the laptops we use, to the ability to work remotely on our mobile devices and connecting our people and our clients, to enabling hundreds of internal tools and external solutions delivered to our clients. Technology solutions are integrated in the client services we deliver and is key to us being more innovative as an organization. EY Technology supports our technology needs through four business units: Client Technology (CT) - focuses on developing new technology services for our clients. It enables EY to identify new technology-based opportunities faster and pursue those opportunities more rapidly. Enterprise Technology (ET) - ET supports our Core Business Services functions and will deliver fit-for-purpose technology infrastructure at the cheapest possible cost for quality services. ET will also support our internal technology needs by focusing on a better user experience. Information Security (Info Sec) - Info Sec prevents, detects, responds and mitigates cyber-risk, protecting EY and client data, and our information management systems. Supplier EcoSystem Services - brings a consistent approach, supporting technology and best practices tomanaging contracts right across EY, working closely with Procurement Services, budget holders and our many user communities. The opportunity The Supplier EcoSystem Services (SES) maintains a global Software Asset Management (SAM) team accountable for targeted optimization of complex, high value software contracts which underpin our business. This team is tightly linked to contract performance management and to EYs procurement function. SES seeks a senior, highly experienced Software Licensing and SAM leader to join our management team and proactively drive the maximum value from these contracts, complementing the existing teams' skills. Building on the successes of recent years, this role will work closely with existing line managers, stakeholders and team members. The primary focus of this role will however be to engage with new requests and projects relating to licensing risk and opportunity, assuring the quality of work, design solutions, manage engagements and achieve the best commercial outcomes for EY. The successful candidate will need to be a strong communicator, experienced people and task manager, a licensing specialist experienced with a wide range of vendors and have good process design experience. You should be very familiar with Service Management, since SaaS / IaaS / PaaS cloud delivery is rapidly growing as the largest agreement type within EYs portfolio and be able to demonstrate excellent contract interpretation and risk assessment experience. You must also possess the commercial, analytical and negotiation skills necessary to lead audit defense engagements in often tense projects with sometimes hostile software vendors. You will be directly involved with some of the largest most complex software licensing contracts in the world, across a wide range of global class vendors. This will be a great opportunity for candidates seeking exposure to EYs leadership PPPED community, the ability to make a real financial difference for EY and will present a significant career growth opportunity once the role is established. The role will require occasional travel, in country and internationally including India, US, UK or other destinations. Your key responsibilities Operating as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor in the domain of software licensing and optimization. Designing and implementing approaches to meeting client requirements according to specific organizational and technology environments. Leading teams to deliver SAM engagements for internal clients, ensuring that the agreed scope of work is delivered to the required standards, reporting to one of the practice's partners or directors. Supervising and coaching junior members of staff to help them realize their full potential. Quality assuring the team's work. Budgeting and monitoring the financial performance of projects in order to meet profitability targets. Skills and attributes for success To qualify for the role, you must have A technical degree or technical qualification 6-10+ years of proven experience in Software Asset and License Management working in large corporate environment High level of drive, commitment to achieving solutions and ability to work under pressure Intellectual strength / flexibility to rapidly understand complex problems and rationalise these into workable solutions which can then be delivered Strong written and verbal communication, presentation, client service and technical writing skills, coupled with a strong interest in further developing and integrating operations with technology skills Quickly establishes credibility with peers and stakeholders Strong stakeholder and supplier management skills Proven experience of Software Contract Analysis and Reporting methodology Proven experience of leading cross-functional teams, conflict resolution and supplier performance management Knowledge and proven experience of managing legacy perpetual license agreements alongside new subscription-based models (e.g. Software as a Service) Proven track record of leading resolution of software license compliance issues, minimising financial impacts Commercial mindset - high value / business contract and license process expertise including ongoing commercial management, re-negotiation and execution for multi-£M spend Commercial awareness of delivering results to improve competitive advantage and profit margins Experience of developing and implementing operational priorities - can provide evidence of previous operational decisions and their outcomes (including planning, budgeting and implementation) Financial acumen - proven experience of managing to budgets Market and industry awareness - depth and breadth of knowledge within the IT industry Proven abilities to manage server software licensing models and product use rights across major software vendors. Experience in working with high-value software contracts with vendors such as Microsoft, IBM, and Oracle Experience in Cloud consumption management, ability to identify cost saving opportunities and optimization Ideally, you'll also have Ideally Microsoft Certified (e.g. MCP SAM) Big 4 experience and training At least three years' experience in the delivery of Software License reviews/audits Experience of working internationally What we look for To be successful in this role, you must be an intelligent self-starter with a positive can-do attitude who takes ownership and responsibility of their work You should be able to work effectively in a home/remote office environment You should enjoy learning new things in a rapid changing international environment with many deliverables and competing priorities and stakeholders You will be someone willing to constructively challenge, yet reach a positive balance with EY's best interests at the core of your decision making You should have truly excellent communication skills, able to confidently and concisely communicate with a wide range of people, roles and seniorities What we offer We offer a competitive remuneration package where you'll be rewarded for your individual and team performance. Our comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and with FlexEY you can select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, we offer: Continuous learning: You'll develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next. Success as defined by you: We'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way. Transformative leadership: We'll give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs. Diverse and inclusive culture: You'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs. If you can demonstrate that you meet the criteria above, please contact us as soon as possible. The exceptional EY experience. It's yours to build. EY | Building a better working world EY exists to build a better working world, helping to create long-term value for clients, people and society and build trust in the capital markets. Enabled by data and technology..... click apply for full job details
Job Profile Summary ROLE SYNOPSIS BP is seeking an Azure Security Solutions specialist to plan, execute and continuously improve its cloud security posture. A successful candidate will have a deep understanding on Azure services and how to develop and enforce security controls. The candidate will be hands on in designing and prototyping solutions to enhance the security posture and provide guidance to the engineering team on an on-going basis. Job Advert KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - Develop/Deploy/Support Application & Infrastructure security checks and guardrails throughout the lifecycle across IaaS, PaaS, SaaS and container platforms. - Work as part of a fast paced Security Engineering team. - Threat modelling and a risk based approach to deploying security controls. - Design and implement automated technology solutions to assess, monitor, and enforce security requirements in Azure environments - Administration and management of cloud security tools and third-party Security as a Service solutions - Ensure end to end effectiveness of cyber security controls - Proactive monitoring of the security posture to ensure solutions are developed to operate at scale. - Conduct security assessments and articulate identified security issues/vulnerabilities to technical and non-technical audience - Identify, research, and validate security alerts and recommendations - Work closely with the defensive teams to identify gaps, address findings, and improve breach response in the Azure environments - Provide security consulting services to new projects and improving the posture of existing services. - Drive the standardisation of design artifacts and provide guidance to the engineering team. - Participate in all Agile ceremonies to create user stories and to assist in developing Sprints and Releases ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Microsoft Certification in Az-900, Az-303 and Az-304 ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE AND JOB REQUIREMENTS: - Demonstrable previous security experience with strong experience with Azure - Offensive Security-oriented mindset (threat-modelling, vulnerability assessments, pen testing, etc.) - Experience with automation tooling - Experience using Azure DevOps/ VSTS - Experience with Security Centre, Key Vault, Application Gateway, Network Security Groups, Azure Information Protection, Azure AD - Knowledge of Cloud security fundamentals or Cyber threats as they relate to Cloud - Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines - Ability to learn to new concept and technologies quickly DESIRABLE CRITERIA - Experience with architecting complex solutions using native Azure technologies AT BP, WE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING ENVIRONMENT & BENEFITS: - A company culture where we respect our diverse teams and are proud of our achievements - Possibility to join social communities and networks - Learning and development opportunities to craft your career path - Life & health insurance, medical care package - And many others benefits! We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Apply now if this excites you. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. #bpInformationSecurity #LI-AW3 Entity Innovation & Engineering Job Family Group IT&S Group Relocation available No Travel required Negligible travel Time Type Full time Country United Kingdom About BP INNOVATION & ENGINEERING Join us in creating, growing, and delivering innovation at pace, enabling us to thrive while transitioning to a net zero world. All without compromising our operational risk management. Working with us, you can do this by: • deploying our integrated capability and standards in service of our net zero and safety ambitions • driving our digital transformation and pioneering new business models • collaborating to deliver competitive customer-focused energy solutions • originating, scaling and commercialising innovative ideas, and creating ground-breaking new businesses from them • protecting us by assuring management of our greatest physical and digital risks Because together we are: • Originators, builders, guardians and disruptors • Engineers, technologists, scientists and entrepreneurs • Empathetic, curious, creative and inclusive
Nov 10, 2021
Full time
Job Profile Summary ROLE SYNOPSIS BP is seeking an Azure Security Solutions specialist to plan, execute and continuously improve its cloud security posture. A successful candidate will have a deep understanding on Azure services and how to develop and enforce security controls. The candidate will be hands on in designing and prototyping solutions to enhance the security posture and provide guidance to the engineering team on an on-going basis. Job Advert KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES - Develop/Deploy/Support Application & Infrastructure security checks and guardrails throughout the lifecycle across IaaS, PaaS, SaaS and container platforms. - Work as part of a fast paced Security Engineering team. - Threat modelling and a risk based approach to deploying security controls. - Design and implement automated technology solutions to assess, monitor, and enforce security requirements in Azure environments - Administration and management of cloud security tools and third-party Security as a Service solutions - Ensure end to end effectiveness of cyber security controls - Proactive monitoring of the security posture to ensure solutions are developed to operate at scale. - Conduct security assessments and articulate identified security issues/vulnerabilities to technical and non-technical audience - Identify, research, and validate security alerts and recommendations - Work closely with the defensive teams to identify gaps, address findings, and improve breach response in the Azure environments - Provide security consulting services to new projects and improving the posture of existing services. - Drive the standardisation of design artifacts and provide guidance to the engineering team. - Participate in all Agile ceremonies to create user stories and to assist in developing Sprints and Releases ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Microsoft Certification in Az-900, Az-303 and Az-304 ESSENTIAL EXPERIENCE AND JOB REQUIREMENTS: - Demonstrable previous security experience with strong experience with Azure - Offensive Security-oriented mindset (threat-modelling, vulnerability assessments, pen testing, etc.) - Experience with automation tooling - Experience using Azure DevOps/ VSTS - Experience with Security Centre, Key Vault, Application Gateway, Network Security Groups, Azure Information Protection, Azure AD - Knowledge of Cloud security fundamentals or Cyber threats as they relate to Cloud - Deep understanding of CI/CD pipelines - Ability to learn to new concept and technologies quickly DESIRABLE CRITERIA - Experience with architecting complex solutions using native Azure technologies AT BP, WE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING ENVIRONMENT & BENEFITS: - A company culture where we respect our diverse teams and are proud of our achievements - Possibility to join social communities and networks - Learning and development opportunities to craft your career path - Life & health insurance, medical care package - And many others benefits! We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Apply now if this excites you. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. #bpInformationSecurity #LI-AW3 Entity Innovation & Engineering Job Family Group IT&S Group Relocation available No Travel required Negligible travel Time Type Full time Country United Kingdom About BP INNOVATION & ENGINEERING Join us in creating, growing, and delivering innovation at pace, enabling us to thrive while transitioning to a net zero world. All without compromising our operational risk management. Working with us, you can do this by: • deploying our integrated capability and standards in service of our net zero and safety ambitions • driving our digital transformation and pioneering new business models • collaborating to deliver competitive customer-focused energy solutions • originating, scaling and commercialising innovative ideas, and creating ground-breaking new businesses from them • protecting us by assuring management of our greatest physical and digital risks Because together we are: • Originators, builders, guardians and disruptors • Engineers, technologists, scientists and entrepreneurs • Empathetic, curious, creative and inclusive
Lloyds is transforming and needs curious minds to help define and influence that change. We're looking for people with new perspectives and the confidence to share them, so come and join us. Second-line Technical Specialist 6 month FTC London About Us Lloyds is the worlds leading insurance and reinsurance marketplace. Yet the world is changing, and Lloyds is changing too nimbler, faster, and able to offer customers and employees more products, services and insights supported by technology, innovation and the continuing desire to protect people, businesses and communities. Lloyds is where you can bring your future to life. Technology will drive business value for Lloyds of London and its customers by delivering effective and efficient IT services that embrace innovation for competitive advantage, whilst leveraging its global scope to standardise and integrate platforms and secure the highest value from strategic partnership through optimal sourcing. The Role The role of the 2nd Line technical specialist is based within the Support function within Operations. The role addresses tasks focusing primarily on the day to day operational incidents and service requests related to Workstation, Server, Messaging and Azure Cloud services (IAAS / PAAS / SAAS) which have been escalated from the IT Service Desk Responsibilities The day to day resolution of incidents or effecting approved changes covering items such as email, servers, backups and storage management to meet SLAs. Supporting the day to day operations in the context of business as usual (BAU). Secure and maintain server-based applications within the Windows Server 2012/2016/2019, Microsoft Office365, Veritas NetBackup environment, Azure IAAS environments, PAAS services and troubleshooting SAAS services. Escalation point for Win10 client, Direct Access and business applications Microsoft Operational toolsets use and knowledge of SCCM Monitor daily performance to identify server / service management problems and availability using appropriate software tools. Use appropriate tools to analyse, identify and resolve technical problems. Implement approved standard server solution, upgrades, enhancements and conversions. Maintain security, integrity and business resilience controls and documents. Gain knowledge on emerging tools, techniques and technologies. Producing good quality and timely documentation for all Server Operations tasks. Ensure all activities are carried out within defined processes and procedures Skills Conceptual Thinking Acquiring understanding of the underlying issues in complex problems or situations by correctly relating these to simpler or better understood concepts, models or previous experiences Cross-Functional and Inter-Disciplinary Awareness Understanding the needs, objectives and constraints of those in other disciplines and functions Flexibility Taking account of new information or changed circumstances and modifying understanding of a problem or situation accordingly Information Acquisition Identifying gaps in the available information required to understand a problem or situation and devising means of remedying such gaps Organisational Awareness Understanding the hierarchy and culture of own, customer and supplier organisations and being able to identify the decision makers and influencers Application Systems Proficient in the application of automated systems to the support of specific business functions or processes Operating Infrastructure Proficient in knowledge of one or more IT infrastructure disciplines (hardware, databases, operating systems, local area networks etc) used within own organisation Configuration Management Aware of the control and management of IT assets (or configuration items) including hardware, software, documentation, services, suppliers and network facilities by the use and application of strict change management and recording Customer Service Techniques Proficient in Techniques for ensuring that full account is taken of customers real and stated needs in the delivery of products and services Knowledge Experience of working in a support capacity in a hands-on role, providing support to both internally developed and third party provided applications and Infrastructure. Awareness of the ITIL framework, specifically Change and Configuration Management Experience of working within Windows Server 2012/2016/2019, Microsoft Office365, Veritas NetBackup environment, Azure IAAS environments, PAAS services and troubleshooting SAAS services. Active Directory Management Experience in deploying into Azure cloud environment(s) Managing servers / services within Azure Experience Must have SCCM knowledge Must be AZ900 certified (Azure Fundamentals) Preferable if AZ104 certified (Azure Administration) Desirable to have working knowledge of DELL PowerEdge Rack & HP Blade Servers Must be competent in building and managing Windows Server 2012/2016/2019 As the successful candidate, you can expect to be rewarded with a competitive salary, and an enviable range of benefits. Realise your professional ambitions as part of an organisation that is trusted to solve some of the worlds most complex problems in an environment that puts a focus on investing in human progress. Please be aware that the recruitment process will comprise of a number of steps, your CV will be reviewed by our Recruitment team and if successful you will be invited to attend a telephone interview, followed by a more in-depth video interview. We want to make sure we do all we can to make this a really positive experience for you. Please click the following link which will take you through a simple process to identify any adjustments or additional support we can provide beforehand or on the day. Please note, clicking on this link does not register your application for the vacancy, you will need to click on the apply button on the top of the advert to complete your application form.
Mar 24, 2021
Full time
Lloyds is transforming and needs curious minds to help define and influence that change. We're looking for people with new perspectives and the confidence to share them, so come and join us. Second-line Technical Specialist 6 month FTC London About Us Lloyds is the worlds leading insurance and reinsurance marketplace. Yet the world is changing, and Lloyds is changing too nimbler, faster, and able to offer customers and employees more products, services and insights supported by technology, innovation and the continuing desire to protect people, businesses and communities. Lloyds is where you can bring your future to life. Technology will drive business value for Lloyds of London and its customers by delivering effective and efficient IT services that embrace innovation for competitive advantage, whilst leveraging its global scope to standardise and integrate platforms and secure the highest value from strategic partnership through optimal sourcing. The Role The role of the 2nd Line technical specialist is based within the Support function within Operations. The role addresses tasks focusing primarily on the day to day operational incidents and service requests related to Workstation, Server, Messaging and Azure Cloud services (IAAS / PAAS / SAAS) which have been escalated from the IT Service Desk Responsibilities The day to day resolution of incidents or effecting approved changes covering items such as email, servers, backups and storage management to meet SLAs. Supporting the day to day operations in the context of business as usual (BAU). Secure and maintain server-based applications within the Windows Server 2012/2016/2019, Microsoft Office365, Veritas NetBackup environment, Azure IAAS environments, PAAS services and troubleshooting SAAS services. Escalation point for Win10 client, Direct Access and business applications Microsoft Operational toolsets use and knowledge of SCCM Monitor daily performance to identify server / service management problems and availability using appropriate software tools. Use appropriate tools to analyse, identify and resolve technical problems. Implement approved standard server solution, upgrades, enhancements and conversions. Maintain security, integrity and business resilience controls and documents. Gain knowledge on emerging tools, techniques and technologies. Producing good quality and timely documentation for all Server Operations tasks. Ensure all activities are carried out within defined processes and procedures Skills Conceptual Thinking Acquiring understanding of the underlying issues in complex problems or situations by correctly relating these to simpler or better understood concepts, models or previous experiences Cross-Functional and Inter-Disciplinary Awareness Understanding the needs, objectives and constraints of those in other disciplines and functions Flexibility Taking account of new information or changed circumstances and modifying understanding of a problem or situation accordingly Information Acquisition Identifying gaps in the available information required to understand a problem or situation and devising means of remedying such gaps Organisational Awareness Understanding the hierarchy and culture of own, customer and supplier organisations and being able to identify the decision makers and influencers Application Systems Proficient in the application of automated systems to the support of specific business functions or processes Operating Infrastructure Proficient in knowledge of one or more IT infrastructure disciplines (hardware, databases, operating systems, local area networks etc) used within own organisation Configuration Management Aware of the control and management of IT assets (or configuration items) including hardware, software, documentation, services, suppliers and network facilities by the use and application of strict change management and recording Customer Service Techniques Proficient in Techniques for ensuring that full account is taken of customers real and stated needs in the delivery of products and services Knowledge Experience of working in a support capacity in a hands-on role, providing support to both internally developed and third party provided applications and Infrastructure. Awareness of the ITIL framework, specifically Change and Configuration Management Experience of working within Windows Server 2012/2016/2019, Microsoft Office365, Veritas NetBackup environment, Azure IAAS environments, PAAS services and troubleshooting SAAS services. Active Directory Management Experience in deploying into Azure cloud environment(s) Managing servers / services within Azure Experience Must have SCCM knowledge Must be AZ900 certified (Azure Fundamentals) Preferable if AZ104 certified (Azure Administration) Desirable to have working knowledge of DELL PowerEdge Rack & HP Blade Servers Must be competent in building and managing Windows Server 2012/2016/2019 As the successful candidate, you can expect to be rewarded with a competitive salary, and an enviable range of benefits. Realise your professional ambitions as part of an organisation that is trusted to solve some of the worlds most complex problems in an environment that puts a focus on investing in human progress. Please be aware that the recruitment process will comprise of a number of steps, your CV will be reviewed by our Recruitment team and if successful you will be invited to attend a telephone interview, followed by a more in-depth video interview. We want to make sure we do all we can to make this a really positive experience for you. Please click the following link which will take you through a simple process to identify any adjustments or additional support we can provide beforehand or on the day. Please note, clicking on this link does not register your application for the vacancy, you will need to click on the apply button on the top of the advert to complete your application form.
SAP C4C Business Process Architect
This Local Authority are going through a significant period of change and technology shift. They have this year implemented a number of new SAP technologies and are now looking to use these technologies to transform the organisation in readiness for 2019.
They are looking for an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience in SAP technologies, excellent communication skills to lead a on business engagement to discover the potential of these application.
The role will work directly with a team of highly skilled Solutions Designer and our Business partners in IT, Finance and HR to understand the change that the business is undertaking and make recommendations for business transformation using the new SAP C4C platform.
Our client can be flexible on weekly hours, occasional homeworking and length of contract.
Job Purpose
• Deliver inspirational Art of The Possible workshops
• Meet with staff at all levels to discuss business needs on a one to one or team basis
• Analyse and validate the client's business and IT requirements
• Review client as-is processes and create the target operating model and the high-level to-be process model
• Design the end-to-end functional landscape and solution design, including the functional integration points, applicable standards and governance
• Bring knowledge and experience of the SAP Customer product suite in order to design solutions for customers.
• Evaluate customer requirements, map them to business processes, functional and solution architectures and ensure a proper implementation from a solution architecture point of view. For this they:
• Identify solution gaps and develop gap closure options
The Senior Business Process Architect role is an active role that is both customer focused and technically challenged, therefore requiring a combination of strategic and practical experience combined with the ability to inspire an audience to understand the Art of the Possible..
Main Responsibilities:
Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards eg PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
• Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
• Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
• Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
• Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
• Business cases and tender documentation for new works
• Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
• Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £10M.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
• 5+ years experience in a SAP technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
• SAP C4C, Hybris Suite including Hybris E-commerce and Hybris Marketing
• Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
• Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• VMWare ESXi 5+
• Microsoft Hyper-V
• IP Telephony
• Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
• CheckPoint Firewalls.
• Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level
• Excellent communication skills - including verbal, written and workshop facilitation skills
• Significant experience of SAP architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
• Ability to work with complex and ambiguous requirements.
• Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
• Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
• Experience of producing costed end-to-end technical designs for IT solutions
Sep 09, 2016
SAP C4C Business Process Architect
This Local Authority are going through a significant period of change and technology shift. They have this year implemented a number of new SAP technologies and are now looking to use these technologies to transform the organisation in readiness for 2019.
They are looking for an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience in SAP technologies, excellent communication skills to lead a on business engagement to discover the potential of these application.
The role will work directly with a team of highly skilled Solutions Designer and our Business partners in IT, Finance and HR to understand the change that the business is undertaking and make recommendations for business transformation using the new SAP C4C platform.
Our client can be flexible on weekly hours, occasional homeworking and length of contract.
Job Purpose
• Deliver inspirational Art of The Possible workshops
• Meet with staff at all levels to discuss business needs on a one to one or team basis
• Analyse and validate the client's business and IT requirements
• Review client as-is processes and create the target operating model and the high-level to-be process model
• Design the end-to-end functional landscape and solution design, including the functional integration points, applicable standards and governance
• Bring knowledge and experience of the SAP Customer product suite in order to design solutions for customers.
• Evaluate customer requirements, map them to business processes, functional and solution architectures and ensure a proper implementation from a solution architecture point of view. For this they:
• Identify solution gaps and develop gap closure options
The Senior Business Process Architect role is an active role that is both customer focused and technically challenged, therefore requiring a combination of strategic and practical experience combined with the ability to inspire an audience to understand the Art of the Possible..
Main Responsibilities:
Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards eg PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
• Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
• Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
• Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
• Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
• Business cases and tender documentation for new works
• Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
• Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £10M.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
• 5+ years experience in a SAP technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
• SAP C4C, Hybris Suite including Hybris E-commerce and Hybris Marketing
• Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
• Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• VMWare ESXi 5+
• Microsoft Hyper-V
• IP Telephony
• Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
• CheckPoint Firewalls.
• Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level
• Excellent communication skills - including verbal, written and workshop facilitation skills
• Significant experience of SAP architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
• Ability to work with complex and ambiguous requirements.
• Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
• Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
• Experience of producing costed end-to-end technical designs for IT solutions
Enterprise Architect- Winchester-3 month contract- £475 a day Ltd/Umbrella.
Our client are a large public sector organisation currently recruiting for an experienced Enterp[rise Architect to join them on a contract whilst they recruit for a permanent member of staff.
The successful candidate will be an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a depth of technical knowledge in a range of Infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud). You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (include hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals as part of business cases, enabling the initiatives and business of the broader County Council and its Partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Quickly learn new technologies and understand how they might be useful within HCC
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
o Business cases and tender documentation for new works
o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Act as an ambassador for HCC, representing the council through presenting at key industry conferences.
- Present information clearly at the appropriate level for all audiences.
- Membership of Technical, National, and Industry bodies where appropriate.
Essential Qualifications
Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Familiarity with elements of HCC's key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
For further information and to apply please call Victoria at Excipion on (Apply online only) and send a copy of your up to date CV
Sep 09, 2016
Enterprise Architect- Winchester-3 month contract- £475 a day Ltd/Umbrella.
Our client are a large public sector organisation currently recruiting for an experienced Enterp[rise Architect to join them on a contract whilst they recruit for a permanent member of staff.
The successful candidate will be an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a depth of technical knowledge in a range of Infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud). You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (include hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals as part of business cases, enabling the initiatives and business of the broader County Council and its Partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Quickly learn new technologies and understand how they might be useful within HCC
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
o Business cases and tender documentation for new works
o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Act as an ambassador for HCC, representing the council through presenting at key industry conferences.
- Present information clearly at the appropriate level for all audiences.
- Membership of Technical, National, and Industry bodies where appropriate.
Essential Qualifications
Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Familiarity with elements of HCC's key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
For further information and to apply please call Victoria at Excipion on (Apply online only) and send a copy of your up to date CV
Enterprise Architect needed in Winchester Ref 216745 paying £413.32 - 515 per day.
Hours - 9am - 5.30pm
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business: o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc); o Storage systems; o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of: o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models. o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions o Business cases and tender documentation for new works o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
Essential Qualifications Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience Familiarity with elements of HCC’s key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Essential Employment are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment are an
Equal Opportunities Employer.
Please email your CV to verity quoting the above reference number so we can locate the job ok.
All our roles may be subject to pre employment checks including references so please be prepared.
Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.
You can also follow us at twitter/facebook/linkedin or via our website
Sep 09, 2016
Enterprise Architect needed in Winchester Ref 216745 paying £413.32 - 515 per day.
Hours - 9am - 5.30pm
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business: o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc); o Storage systems; o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of: o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models. o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions o Business cases and tender documentation for new works o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
Essential Qualifications Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience Familiarity with elements of HCC’s key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Essential Employment are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment are an
Equal Opportunities Employer.
Please email your CV to verity quoting the above reference number so we can locate the job ok.
All our roles may be subject to pre employment checks including references so please be prepared.
Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.
You can also follow us at twitter/facebook/linkedin or via our website
My client, a local authority in Hampshire, is looking for an Enterprise Architect to work on a 3 month contract basis with extension possible.
The Client is going through a period of change and so they are looking for an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a deep technical knowledge in infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud).
You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (including hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
Essential Qualifications
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications OR;
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following:
o Windows Server 2008/2012
o VMWare
o Citrix XenServer
o Citrix Netscaler
o Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking
o Checkpoint
o Avaya
o Wireless and Infrastructure security.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Key technology stack:
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Please contact Danny Eccles at Service Care Solutions for more information or to apply. Alternatively if this role isn't for you, we do offer a referral bonus of £250 for every new candidate you refer to us that we place in a position for more than 13 weeks. That's £250 just for forwarding a job advert to a friend
Sep 09, 2016
My client, a local authority in Hampshire, is looking for an Enterprise Architect to work on a 3 month contract basis with extension possible.
The Client is going through a period of change and so they are looking for an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a deep technical knowledge in infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud).
You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (including hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
Essential Qualifications
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications OR;
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following:
o Windows Server 2008/2012
o VMWare
o Citrix XenServer
o Citrix Netscaler
o Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking
o Checkpoint
o Avaya
o Wireless and Infrastructure security.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Key technology stack:
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Please contact Danny Eccles at Service Care Solutions for more information or to apply. Alternatively if this role isn't for you, we do offer a referral bonus of £250 for every new candidate you refer to us that we place in a position for more than 13 weeks. That's £250 just for forwarding a job advert to a friend
Enterprise Architect- Winchester-3 month contract- £475 a day Ltd/Umbrella.
Our client are a large public sector organisation currently recruiting for an experienced Enterp[rise Architect to join them on a contract whilst they recruit for a permanent member of staff.
The successful candidate will be an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a depth of technical knowledge in a range of Infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud). You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (include hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals as part of business cases, enabling the initiatives and business of the broader County Council and its Partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Quickly learn new technologies and understand how they might be useful within HCC
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
o Business cases and tender documentation for new works
o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Act as an ambassador for HCC, representing the council through presenting at key industry conferences.
- Present information clearly at the appropriate level for all audiences.
- Membership of Technical, National, and Industry bodies where appropriate.
Essential Qualifications
Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Familiarity with elements of HCC's key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
For further information and to apply please call Victoria at Excipion on (Apply online only) and send a copy of your up to date CV
Sep 09, 2016
Enterprise Architect- Winchester-3 month contract- £475 a day Ltd/Umbrella.
Our client are a large public sector organisation currently recruiting for an experienced Enterp[rise Architect to join them on a contract whilst they recruit for a permanent member of staff.
The successful candidate will be an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a depth of technical knowledge in a range of Infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud). You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (include hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals as part of business cases, enabling the initiatives and business of the broader County Council and its Partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Quickly learn new technologies and understand how they might be useful within HCC
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
o Business cases and tender documentation for new works
o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Act as an ambassador for HCC, representing the council through presenting at key industry conferences.
- Present information clearly at the appropriate level for all audiences.
- Membership of Technical, National, and Industry bodies where appropriate.
Essential Qualifications
Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Familiarity with elements of HCC's key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
For further information and to apply please call Victoria at Excipion on (Apply online only) and send a copy of your up to date CV
Enterprise Architect needed in Winchester Ref 216745 paying £413.32 - 515 per day.
Hours - 9am - 5.30pm
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business: o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc); o Storage systems; o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of: o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models. o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions o Business cases and tender documentation for new works o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
Essential Qualifications Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience Familiarity with elements of HCC’s key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Essential Employment are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment are an
Equal Opportunities Employer.
Please email your CV to verity quoting the above reference number so we can locate the job ok.
All our roles may be subject to pre employment checks including references so please be prepared.
Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.
You can also follow us at twitter/facebook/linkedin or via our website
Sep 09, 2016
Enterprise Architect needed in Winchester Ref 216745 paying £413.32 - 515 per day.
Hours - 9am - 5.30pm
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business: o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc); o Storage systems; o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of: o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models. o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions o Business cases and tender documentation for new works o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
Essential Qualifications Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience Familiarity with elements of HCC’s key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Essential Employment are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment are an
Equal Opportunities Employer.
Please email your CV to verity quoting the above reference number so we can locate the job ok.
All our roles may be subject to pre employment checks including references so please be prepared.
Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.
You can also follow us at twitter/facebook/linkedin or via our website
My client, a local authority in Hampshire, is looking for an Enterprise Architect to work on a 3 month contract basis with extension possible.
The Client is going through a period of change and so they are looking for an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a deep technical knowledge in infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud).
You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (including hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
Essential Qualifications
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications OR;
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following:
o Windows Server 2008/2012
o VMWare
o Citrix XenServer
o Citrix Netscaler
o Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking
o Checkpoint
o Avaya
o Wireless and Infrastructure security.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Key technology stack:
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Please contact Danny Eccles at Service Care Solutions for more information or to apply. Alternatively if this role isn't for you, we do offer a referral bonus of £250 for every new candidate you refer to us that we place in a position for more than 13 weeks. That's £250 just for forwarding a job advert to a friend
Sep 09, 2016
My client, a local authority in Hampshire, is looking for an Enterprise Architect to work on a 3 month contract basis with extension possible.
The Client is going through a period of change and so they are looking for an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a deep technical knowledge in infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud).
You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (including hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
Essential Qualifications
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications OR;
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following:
o Windows Server 2008/2012
o VMWare
o Citrix XenServer
o Citrix Netscaler
o Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking
o Checkpoint
o Avaya
o Wireless and Infrastructure security.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Key technology stack:
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Please contact Danny Eccles at Service Care Solutions for more information or to apply. Alternatively if this role isn't for you, we do offer a referral bonus of £250 for every new candidate you refer to us that we place in a position for more than 13 weeks. That's £250 just for forwarding a job advert to a friend
SAP C4C Business Process Architect
This Local Authority are going through a significant period of change and technology shift. They have this year implemented a number of new SAP technologies and are now looking to use these technologies to transform the organisation in readiness for 2019.
They are looking for an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience in SAP technologies, excellent communication skills to lead a on business engagement to discover the potential of these application.
The role will work directly with a team of highly skilled Solutions Designer and our Business partners in IT, Finance and HR to understand the change that the business is undertaking and make recommendations for business transformation using the new SAP C4C platform.
Our client can be flexible on weekly hours, occasional homeworking and length of contract.
Job Purpose
• Deliver inspirational Art of The Possible workshops
• Meet with staff at all levels to discuss business needs on a one to one or team basis
• Analyse and validate the client's business and IT requirements
• Review client as-is processes and create the target operating model and the high-level to-be process model
• Design the end-to-end functional landscape and solution design, including the functional integration points, applicable standards and governance
• Bring knowledge and experience of the SAP Customer product suite in order to design solutions for customers.
• Evaluate customer requirements, map them to business processes, functional and solution architectures and ensure a proper implementation from a solution architecture point of view. For this they:
• Identify solution gaps and develop gap closure options
The Senior Business Process Architect role is an active role that is both customer focused and technically challenged, therefore requiring a combination of strategic and practical experience combined with the ability to inspire an audience to understand the Art of the Possible..
Main Responsibilities:
Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards eg PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
• Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
• Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
• Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
• Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
• Business cases and tender documentation for new works
• Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
• Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £10M.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
• 5+ years experience in a SAP technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
• SAP C4C, Hybris Suite including Hybris E-commerce and Hybris Marketing
• Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
• Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• VMWare ESXi 5+
• Microsoft Hyper-V
• IP Telephony
• Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
• CheckPoint Firewalls.
• Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level
• Excellent communication skills - including verbal, written and workshop facilitation skills
• Significant experience of SAP architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
• Ability to work with complex and ambiguous requirements.
• Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
• Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
• Experience of producing costed end-to-end technical designs for IT solutions
Sep 09, 2016
SAP C4C Business Process Architect
This Local Authority are going through a significant period of change and technology shift. They have this year implemented a number of new SAP technologies and are now looking to use these technologies to transform the organisation in readiness for 2019.
They are looking for an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience in SAP technologies, excellent communication skills to lead a on business engagement to discover the potential of these application.
The role will work directly with a team of highly skilled Solutions Designer and our Business partners in IT, Finance and HR to understand the change that the business is undertaking and make recommendations for business transformation using the new SAP C4C platform.
Our client can be flexible on weekly hours, occasional homeworking and length of contract.
Job Purpose
• Deliver inspirational Art of The Possible workshops
• Meet with staff at all levels to discuss business needs on a one to one or team basis
• Analyse and validate the client's business and IT requirements
• Review client as-is processes and create the target operating model and the high-level to-be process model
• Design the end-to-end functional landscape and solution design, including the functional integration points, applicable standards and governance
• Bring knowledge and experience of the SAP Customer product suite in order to design solutions for customers.
• Evaluate customer requirements, map them to business processes, functional and solution architectures and ensure a proper implementation from a solution architecture point of view. For this they:
• Identify solution gaps and develop gap closure options
The Senior Business Process Architect role is an active role that is both customer focused and technically challenged, therefore requiring a combination of strategic and practical experience combined with the ability to inspire an audience to understand the Art of the Possible..
Main Responsibilities:
Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards eg PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
• Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
• Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
• Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
• Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
• Business cases and tender documentation for new works
• Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
• Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £10M.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
• 5+ years experience in a SAP technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
• SAP C4C, Hybris Suite including Hybris E-commerce and Hybris Marketing
• Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
• Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• VMWare ESXi 5+
• Microsoft Hyper-V
• IP Telephony
• Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
• CheckPoint Firewalls.
• Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level
• Excellent communication skills - including verbal, written and workshop facilitation skills
• Significant experience of SAP architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
• Ability to work with complex and ambiguous requirements.
• Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
• Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
• Experience of producing costed end-to-end technical designs for IT solutions
SAP C4C Business Process Architect
This Local Authority are going through a significant period of change and technology shift. They have this year implemented a number of new SAP technologies and are now looking to use these technologies to transform the organisation in readiness for 2019.
They are looking for an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience in SAP technologies, excellent communication skills to lead a on business engagement to discover the potential of these application.
The role will work directly with a team of highly skilled Solutions Designer and our Business partners in IT, Finance and HR to understand the change that the business is undertaking and make recommendations for business transformation using the new SAP C4C platform.
Our client can be flexible on weekly hours, occasional homeworking and length of contract.
Job Purpose
• Deliver inspirational Art of The Possible workshops
• Meet with staff at all levels to discuss business needs on a one to one or team basis
• Analyse and validate the client's business and IT requirements
• Review client as-is processes and create the target operating model and the high-level to-be process model
• Design the end-to-end functional landscape and solution design, including the functional integration points, applicable standards and governance
• Bring knowledge and experience of the SAP Customer product suite in order to design solutions for customers.
• Evaluate customer requirements, map them to business processes, functional and solution architectures and ensure a proper implementation from a solution architecture point of view. For this they:
• Identify solution gaps and develop gap closure options
The Senior Business Process Architect role is an active role that is both customer focused and technically challenged, therefore requiring a combination of strategic and practical experience combined with the ability to inspire an audience to understand the Art of the Possible..
Main Responsibilities:
Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards eg PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
• Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
• Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
• Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
• Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
• Business cases and tender documentation for new works
• Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
• Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £10M.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
• 5+ years experience in a SAP technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
• SAP C4C, Hybris Suite including Hybris E-commerce and Hybris Marketing
• Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
• Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• VMWare ESXi 5+
• Microsoft Hyper-V
• IP Telephony
• Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
• CheckPoint Firewalls.
• Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level
• Excellent communication skills - including verbal, written and workshop facilitation skills
• Significant experience of SAP architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
• Ability to work with complex and ambiguous requirements.
• Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
• Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
• Experience of producing costed end-to-end technical designs for IT solutions
Sep 09, 2016
SAP C4C Business Process Architect
This Local Authority are going through a significant period of change and technology shift. They have this year implemented a number of new SAP technologies and are now looking to use these technologies to transform the organisation in readiness for 2019.
They are looking for an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience in SAP technologies, excellent communication skills to lead a on business engagement to discover the potential of these application.
The role will work directly with a team of highly skilled Solutions Designer and our Business partners in IT, Finance and HR to understand the change that the business is undertaking and make recommendations for business transformation using the new SAP C4C platform.
Our client can be flexible on weekly hours, occasional homeworking and length of contract.
Job Purpose
• Deliver inspirational Art of The Possible workshops
• Meet with staff at all levels to discuss business needs on a one to one or team basis
• Analyse and validate the client's business and IT requirements
• Review client as-is processes and create the target operating model and the high-level to-be process model
• Design the end-to-end functional landscape and solution design, including the functional integration points, applicable standards and governance
• Bring knowledge and experience of the SAP Customer product suite in order to design solutions for customers.
• Evaluate customer requirements, map them to business processes, functional and solution architectures and ensure a proper implementation from a solution architecture point of view. For this they:
• Identify solution gaps and develop gap closure options
The Senior Business Process Architect role is an active role that is both customer focused and technically challenged, therefore requiring a combination of strategic and practical experience combined with the ability to inspire an audience to understand the Art of the Possible..
Main Responsibilities:
Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards eg PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
• Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
• Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
• Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
• Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
• Business cases and tender documentation for new works
• Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
• Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £10M.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
• 5+ years experience in a SAP technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
• SAP C4C, Hybris Suite including Hybris E-commerce and Hybris Marketing
• Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
• Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• VMWare ESXi 5+
• Microsoft Hyper-V
• IP Telephony
• Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
• CheckPoint Firewalls.
• Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level
• Excellent communication skills - including verbal, written and workshop facilitation skills
• Significant experience of SAP architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
• Ability to work with complex and ambiguous requirements.
• Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
• Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
• Experience of producing costed end-to-end technical designs for IT solutions
Enterprise Architect- Winchester-3 month contract- £475 a day Ltd/Umbrella.
Our client are a large public sector organisation currently recruiting for an experienced Enterp[rise Architect to join them on a contract whilst they recruit for a permanent member of staff.
The successful candidate will be an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a depth of technical knowledge in a range of Infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud). You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (include hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals as part of business cases, enabling the initiatives and business of the broader County Council and its Partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Quickly learn new technologies and understand how they might be useful within HCC
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
o Business cases and tender documentation for new works
o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Act as an ambassador for HCC, representing the council through presenting at key industry conferences.
- Present information clearly at the appropriate level for all audiences.
- Membership of Technical, National, and Industry bodies where appropriate.
Essential Qualifications
Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Familiarity with elements of HCC's key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
For further information and to apply please call Victoria at Excipion on (Apply online only) and send a copy of your up to date CV
Sep 09, 2016
Enterprise Architect- Winchester-3 month contract- £475 a day Ltd/Umbrella.
Our client are a large public sector organisation currently recruiting for an experienced Enterp[rise Architect to join them on a contract whilst they recruit for a permanent member of staff.
The successful candidate will be an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a depth of technical knowledge in a range of Infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud). You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (include hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals as part of business cases, enabling the initiatives and business of the broader County Council and its Partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Quickly learn new technologies and understand how they might be useful within HCC
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
o Business cases and tender documentation for new works
o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Act as an ambassador for HCC, representing the council through presenting at key industry conferences.
- Present information clearly at the appropriate level for all audiences.
- Membership of Technical, National, and Industry bodies where appropriate.
Essential Qualifications
Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Familiarity with elements of HCC's key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
For further information and to apply please call Victoria at Excipion on (Apply online only) and send a copy of your up to date CV
Enterprise Architect needed in Winchester Ref 216745 paying £413.32 - 515 per day.
Hours - 9am - 5.30pm
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business: o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc); o Storage systems; o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of: o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models. o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions o Business cases and tender documentation for new works o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
Essential Qualifications Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience Familiarity with elements of HCC’s key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Essential Employment are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment are an
Equal Opportunities Employer.
Please email your CV to verity quoting the above reference number so we can locate the job ok.
All our roles may be subject to pre employment checks including references so please be prepared.
Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.
You can also follow us at twitter/facebook/linkedin or via our website
Sep 09, 2016
Enterprise Architect needed in Winchester Ref 216745 paying £413.32 - 515 per day.
Hours - 9am - 5.30pm
The roles require the job holder to work with a team of highly skilled team of consultants within our Solutions Design team. The role will require establishing standards and acting as a Technical Lead and point of escalation throughout project delivery and producing costed options and proposals.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business: o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc); o Storage systems; o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as technical escalation point for team members and wider IT services staff and groups.
- Approve/recommend major IT purchasing decisions.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Support Lead IT Architect define the framework for what constitutes an IT service and the management of an IT Service Catalogue. Subsequently support the creation and management of the IT Service Catalogue.
- Maintain deep technical design and implementation knowledge of current infrastructure.
- Educate the business on updated technical standards and designs that have to be adhered to
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of: o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models. o Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions o Business cases and tender documentation for new works o Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
- Build productive relationships with key suppliers to ensure delivery of projects and solutions.
- Build strong working relationships with technical staff acting as an ambassador for architectural changes and mentoring staff on new technologies and approaches during project delivery.
- Apply strategic solutions during design and project delivery to ensure that key IT platforms are available 24/7/365.
- Identifying opportunities for rationalisation and improving the efficiency of platform systems throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
- Identifying opportunities for automating and streamlining technical BAU activities throughout project delivery working with BAU and operational teams.
Essential Qualifications Either:
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Ability to work with complex and sometimes uncertain requirements.
- Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
- Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
- Excellent communication, influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level both inside an IT team and across business functions.
- Proven experience of handling multiple tasks running concurrently with varying complexity, time constraints, impacts and risks.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following: Windows Server 2008/2012, VMWare, Citrix XenServer, Citrix Netscaler, Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking, Checkpoint, Avaya, Wireless and Infrastructure security.
- Strong ability to lead and/or manage both people and technical delivery (e.g. conducting performance reviews, setting objectives, development, motivation and dealing with difficult situations).
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience Familiarity with elements of HCC’s key technology stack
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Essential Employment are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment are an
Equal Opportunities Employer.
Please email your CV to verity quoting the above reference number so we can locate the job ok.
All our roles may be subject to pre employment checks including references so please be prepared.
Due to high volumes of CVs received we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.
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My client, a local authority in Hampshire, is looking for an Enterprise Architect to work on a 3 month contract basis with extension possible.
The Client is going through a period of change and so they are looking for an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a deep technical knowledge in infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud).
You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (including hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
Essential Qualifications
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications OR;
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following:
o Windows Server 2008/2012
o VMWare
o Citrix XenServer
o Citrix Netscaler
o Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking
o Checkpoint
o Avaya
o Wireless and Infrastructure security.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Key technology stack:
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Please contact Danny Eccles at Service Care Solutions for more information or to apply. Alternatively if this role isn't for you, we do offer a referral bonus of £250 for every new candidate you refer to us that we place in a position for more than 13 weeks. That's £250 just for forwarding a job advert to a friend
Sep 09, 2016
My client, a local authority in Hampshire, is looking for an Enterprise Architect to work on a 3 month contract basis with extension possible.
The Client is going through a period of change and so they are looking for an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience, excellent communication skills and a deep technical knowledge in infrastructure technologies (including Citrix, VMWare, Microsoft, Dell, SAP, Avaya, Networking, client devices, Hybrid Cloud).
You will be expected to take responsibility for defining technology roadmaps (including hybrid cloud) and lower-level technical designs relating to all areas of Infrastructure. The role also requires the ability to instigate change, ensuring excellent implementation of agreed roadmaps and provide a depth of technical experience and advice to all areas of the organisation and its partners.
Main Responsibilities:
- Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards e.g. PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
- Define the Infrastructure Domain, including the computing hardware systems required to support the business:
o Platforms & Servers (e.g., high-end servers and midrange to small servers, the use of cloud etc);
o Storage systems;
o Personal computing devices (desktops, notebooks, and hand-held computing devices); and
o Other hardware (e.g., printers).
- Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
- Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
- Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
o Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
o Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
o Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models
- Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £1M.
Essential Qualifications
- A degree and / or formal industry recognised qualifications OR;
- 5+ yrs experience in a senior technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
Desirable Qualifications
- Windows MCSE, MCSD or equivalent.
- Citrix CCP-V/N
- Citrix CCE-V/N.
- Cisco CCNA.
- TOGAF 9.1
Essential Knowledge, Skills and Experience
- Significant experience of IT architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
- Evidence of a good understanding across a broad range of technical IT areas with very detailed understanding in one or more of the following:
o Windows Server 2008/2012
o VMWare
o Citrix XenServer
o Citrix Netscaler
o Cisco/Dell/Extreme Networking
o Checkpoint
o Avaya
o Wireless and Infrastructure security.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
Key technology stack:
- Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
- Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
- Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- VMWare ESXi 5+
- Microsoft Hyper-V
- Exchange up to and including 2010
- App V
- IP Telephony
- Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
- CheckPoint Firewalls.
- Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
Please contact Danny Eccles at Service Care Solutions for more information or to apply. Alternatively if this role isn't for you, we do offer a referral bonus of £250 for every new candidate you refer to us that we place in a position for more than 13 weeks. That's £250 just for forwarding a job advert to a friend
SAP C4C Business Process Architect
This Local Authority are going through a significant period of change and technology shift. They have this year implemented a number of new SAP technologies and are now looking to use these technologies to transform the organisation in readiness for 2019.
They are looking for an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience in SAP technologies, excellent communication skills to lead a on business engagement to discover the potential of these application.
The role will work directly with a team of highly skilled Solutions Designer and our Business partners in IT, Finance and HR to understand the change that the business is undertaking and make recommendations for business transformation using the new SAP C4C platform.
Our client can be flexible on weekly hours, occasional homeworking and length of contract.
Job Purpose
• Deliver inspirational Art of The Possible workshops
• Meet with staff at all levels to discuss business needs on a one to one or team basis
• Analyse and validate the client's business and IT requirements
• Review client as-is processes and create the target operating model and the high-level to-be process model
• Design the end-to-end functional landscape and solution design, including the functional integration points, applicable standards and governance
• Bring knowledge and experience of the SAP Customer product suite in order to design solutions for customers.
• Evaluate customer requirements, map them to business processes, functional and solution architectures and ensure a proper implementation from a solution architecture point of view. For this they:
• Identify solution gaps and develop gap closure options
The Senior Business Process Architect role is an active role that is both customer focused and technically challenged, therefore requiring a combination of strategic and practical experience combined with the ability to inspire an audience to understand the Art of the Possible..
Main Responsibilities:
Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards eg PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
• Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
• Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
• Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
• Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
• Business cases and tender documentation for new works
• Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
• Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £10M.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
• 5+ years experience in a SAP technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
• SAP C4C, Hybris Suite including Hybris E-commerce and Hybris Marketing
• Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
• Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• VMWare ESXi 5+
• Microsoft Hyper-V
• IP Telephony
• Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
• CheckPoint Firewalls.
• Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level
• Excellent communication skills - including verbal, written and workshop facilitation skills
• Significant experience of SAP architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
• Ability to work with complex and ambiguous requirements.
• Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
• Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
• Experience of producing costed end-to-end technical designs for IT solutions
Sep 09, 2016
SAP C4C Business Process Architect
This Local Authority are going through a significant period of change and technology shift. They have this year implemented a number of new SAP technologies and are now looking to use these technologies to transform the organisation in readiness for 2019.
They are looking for an experienced individual with significant architecture & design experience in SAP technologies, excellent communication skills to lead a on business engagement to discover the potential of these application.
The role will work directly with a team of highly skilled Solutions Designer and our Business partners in IT, Finance and HR to understand the change that the business is undertaking and make recommendations for business transformation using the new SAP C4C platform.
Our client can be flexible on weekly hours, occasional homeworking and length of contract.
Job Purpose
• Deliver inspirational Art of The Possible workshops
• Meet with staff at all levels to discuss business needs on a one to one or team basis
• Analyse and validate the client's business and IT requirements
• Review client as-is processes and create the target operating model and the high-level to-be process model
• Design the end-to-end functional landscape and solution design, including the functional integration points, applicable standards and governance
• Bring knowledge and experience of the SAP Customer product suite in order to design solutions for customers.
• Evaluate customer requirements, map them to business processes, functional and solution architectures and ensure a proper implementation from a solution architecture point of view. For this they:
• Identify solution gaps and develop gap closure options
The Senior Business Process Architect role is an active role that is both customer focused and technically challenged, therefore requiring a combination of strategic and practical experience combined with the ability to inspire an audience to understand the Art of the Possible..
Main Responsibilities:
Design conceptual, logical and physical infrastructure viewpoints aligned against target technical direction to support business needs ensuring compliance with relevant technical, architectural and operational standards eg PSN, ISO27001 and PCI policies.
Direct solution and technical designers in the definition of operating systems, configurations, network and device-to-device interfaces, as well as selected peripherals.
Act as key specialist advisor to Lead IT architect and Head of Infrastructure, feeding into the maintenance of an as-is and target architecture with associated technology roadmap, and identify capability gaps
Act as a Subject Matter Expert on a range of projects, proposals and business cases, working with senior staff, Project Managers and Business Analysts, responsible for the creation and delivery of:
• Technical guidance and advice through all project phases
• Fully costed solution architecture options at proposal and business case stage, as well as information and advice for early project design stages
• Producing end-to-end technical infrastructure designs and cost models in line with HCC standards
• Statement of works setting clear expectations of deliverables and exclusions
• Business cases and tender documentation for new works
• Technical leadership and escalation for solution designs through to delivery.
• Take technical leadership role for large, complex IT projects and operational developments, with budgets up to and exceeding £10M.
Desirable Knowledge, Skills and Experience
• 5+ years experience in a SAP technical role in an enterprise IT Environment
• SAP C4C, Hybris Suite including Hybris E-commerce and Hybris Marketing
• Citrix XenServer, XenDesktop, Netscaler
• Windows Server 2008+ (inc. all server roles and features)
• Red Hat Enterprise Linux
• VMWare ESXi 5+
• Microsoft Hyper-V
• IP Telephony
• Cloud IaaS and SaaS.
• CheckPoint Firewalls.
• Familiarity with TOGAF framework.
• Excellent influencing and negotiation skills at senior manager level
• Excellent communication skills - including verbal, written and workshop facilitation skills
• Significant experience of SAP architecture & design, with Cloud based components.
• Ability to work with complex and ambiguous requirements.
• Proven delivery of significant service or services, or new technology that made a demonstrable contribution to organisational/customer aims, objectives, strategy, & vision.
• Demonstrable ability of working at a senior level with colleagues and senior management teams within an IT environment and across business functions.
• Experience of producing costed end-to-end technical designs for IT solutions