• Previous experience managing IT for a small business
• Strong experience in infrastructure and service desk support
• Led IT projects
• Understanding of software/system development
• Ability to manage windows systems, active directory and virtualisation environments
• A can do attitude, who will investigate issues thoroughly and ensure full use of the systems within the business for users

• Previous experience managing IT for a small business
• Strong experience in infrastructure and service desk support
• Led IT projects
• Understanding of software/system development
• Ability to manage windows systems, active directory and virtualisation environments
• A can do attitude, who will investigate issues thoroughly and ensure full use of the systems within the business for users

Here at The Nottingham we are heavily investing in our IT and Change department and are amidst a key and exciting time with a large change agenda. We are currently recruiting for an Information Security Specialist to join our IT Security team. Reporting directly to the Information Security Manager, you will be a key part of the team responsible for protecting the assets for the whole of The Nottingham.

This is a dynamic role in which no two days are the same; it strikes the right balance between process and supporting the wider team with a variety of projects. You will have the opportunity to mould policies and procedures and will enjoy a high degree of autonomy and flexibility within your role to achieve this. In a nutshell you will be influential in the inclusion of new technology to safeguard The Nottingham.

The role -

• Monitor and enforce compliance with the I.T. Security policies, standards and procedures based around ISO 27001

• Manage, maintain and configure the Societies security infrastructure

• Manage and maintain the security related configurations of servers and firewalls, and management of periodic assessments

• Apply controls to ensure that appropriate information and system / application access privileges and security clearances are maintained

• Provide effective and timely response to security incidents and security requests raised by users throughout the Society.
• Work with stake holders at all level to provide expert security advice to the business.
• Keep abreast of developments in best practice which could benefit the Society, identify training needs for the organisation

Your skills -

• An good understanding of IT Security practice

• Experience of working in an IT security environment

• Knowledge and experience of ISO 27001/2

• Ability to write documentation clearly and concisely and to pass on the relevant technical information to both technical and non-technical staff

• A confident communicator with the ability to communicate to stakeholders at all levels

The Nottingham, who are we?

We strive to build a culture where you feel inspired to do the right thing for our members, your colleagues, our communities and for the sustainability of our Society. Our Doing The Right Thing culture defines the way we do things here. We encourage team members to always do the right thing for our Society members, for colleagues and for our communities.

The Nottingham Building Society is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees where it is safe to speak up.

Please note that if your application is successful with The Nottingham you will be required to undergo background checks. All offers of employment are conditional on receipt of 3 years references and a satisfactory Financial and criminal records check.

Here at The Nottingham we are heavily investing in our IT and Change department and are amidst a key and exciting time with a large change agenda. We are currently recruiting for an Information Security Specialist to join our IT Security team. Reporting directly to the Information Security Manager, you will be a key part of the team responsible for protecting the assets for the whole of The Nottingham.

This is a dynamic role in which no two days are the same; it strikes the right balance between process and supporting the wider team with a variety of projects. You will have the opportunity to mould policies and procedures and will enjoy a high degree of autonomy and flexibility within your role to achieve this. In a nutshell you will be influential in the inclusion of new technology to safeguard The Nottingham.

The role -

• Monitor and enforce compliance with the I.T. Security policies, standards and procedures based around ISO 27001

• Manage, maintain and configure the Societies security infrastructure

• Manage and maintain the security related configurations of servers and firewalls, and management of periodic assessments

• Apply controls to ensure that appropriate information and system / application access privileges and security clearances are maintained

• Provide effective and timely response to security incidents and security requests raised by users throughout the Society.
• Work with stake holders at all level to provide expert security advice to the business.
• Keep abreast of developments in best practice which could benefit the Society, identify training needs for the organisation

Your skills -

• An good understanding of IT Security practice

• Experience of working in an IT security environment

• Knowledge and experience of ISO 27001/2

• Ability to write documentation clearly and concisely and to pass on the relevant technical information to both technical and non-technical staff

• A confident communicator with the ability to communicate to stakeholders at all levels

The Nottingham, who are we?

We strive to build a culture where you feel inspired to do the right thing for our members, your colleagues, our communities and for the sustainability of our Society. Our Doing The Right Thing culture defines the way we do things here. We encourage team members to always do the right thing for our Society members, for colleagues and for our communities.

The Nottingham Building Society is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees where it is safe to speak up.

Please note that if your application is successful with The Nottingham you will be required to undergo background checks. All offers of employment are conditional on receipt of 3 years references and a satisfactory Financial and criminal records check.

Data Security Manager role in Dublin, Ireland. Zest Optical are currently looking to recruit a Data Security Manager for a leading producer of Practice Management Software. The role will be based at the company head offices in Dublin.

The Data Security Manager will join a busy IT and Operations team. This is an excellent permanent opportunity to work with various established teams and individuals with a strong chance of progression.

Key responsibilities include:

• Create, maintain and implement security process and procedure to Achieve ISO 27001 certification.
• Maintain compliance with GDPR and HIPAA and actively improve privacy and security throughout various departments.
• Improve security operations and security visibility across all our environments.
• Answer customer security questionnaires and present security framework and initiatives to new customers.
• Work closely with IT and other teams to drive procedural integration and process adoption.
• Maintain technical ability to run security operations and act as a point of contact for the group regarding all security requirements.
• Centralise the management of all security-related environments in the Dublin office.
• Report to the company bi-monthly on security initiatives and projects.
• Perform and manage assessments against organisation; Risk, Gap, Third-party, Internal Audit, Vendor.

The successful candidate will have experience of managing small to medium projects, with strong communication skills to liaise with product development and IT Teams. You will also need knowledge in Information/Cybersecurity: Strategy, Project Management, Architecture, ISMS, Security Operation Centre (SOC), Policies and Standards, Third-Party Risk, Network and Systems Security, Penetration Testing, Information Asset management and classification.

You must be comfortable working in a technical environment, as the following technologies are utilised; Endpoint protection, IAM, SIEM, Firewalls (Palo Alto), IPS/IDS, VPN, DLP, eDiscovery, Spam Filtering, Threat Intelligence and Linux, Azure, SDLC, Agile, Networking, TCP/IP, FTP, SMTP, Web Apps.

In return, you will be offered a competitive benefits package: Which will include a competitive basic salary (DOE), four weeks holidays and excellent working environment. Contributory Company Pension Scheme and Health Insurance. For further information please contact Alex Grimes on

Data Security Manager role in Dublin, Ireland. Zest Optical are currently looking to recruit a Data Security Manager for a leading producer of Practice Management Software. The role will be based at the company head offices in Dublin.

The Data Security Manager will join a busy IT and Operations team. This is an excellent permanent opportunity to work with various established teams and individuals with a strong chance of progression.

Key responsibilities include:

• Create, maintain and implement security process and procedure to Achieve ISO 27001 certification.
• Maintain compliance with GDPR and HIPAA and actively improve privacy and security throughout various departments.
• Improve security operations and security visibility across all our environments.
• Answer customer security questionnaires and present security framework and initiatives to new customers.
• Work closely with IT and other teams to drive procedural integration and process adoption.
• Maintain technical ability to run security operations and act as a point of contact for the group regarding all security requirements.
• Centralise the management of all security-related environments in the Dublin office.
• Report to the company bi-monthly on security initiatives and projects.
• Perform and manage assessments against organisation; Risk, Gap, Third-party, Internal Audit, Vendor.

The successful candidate will have experience of managing small to medium projects, with strong communication skills to liaise with product development and IT Teams. You will also need knowledge in Information/Cybersecurity: Strategy, Project Management, Architecture, ISMS, Security Operation Centre (SOC), Policies and Standards, Third-Party Risk, Network and Systems Security, Penetration Testing, Information Asset management and classification.

You must be comfortable working in a technical environment, as the following technologies are utilised; Endpoint protection, IAM, SIEM, Firewalls (Palo Alto), IPS/IDS, VPN, DLP, eDiscovery, Spam Filtering, Threat Intelligence and Linux, Azure, SDLC, Agile, Networking, TCP/IP, FTP, SMTP, Web Apps.

In return, you will be offered a competitive benefits package: Which will include a competitive basic salary (DOE), four weeks holidays and excellent working environment. Contributory Company Pension Scheme and Health Insurance. For further information please contact Alex Grimes on

1st & 2nd Line Support Engineer / Service Desk Analyst (SC Cleared)

Bournemouth, £170-200 per day, 2 months rolling

Bench IT require a 1st & 2nd Line Support Engineer to work on the service desk for our customer based in Bournemouth. The successful candidate should have experience working on the helpdesk/service desk to provide an excellent level of IT support.

*This role requires active SC Clearance - this is a mandatory requirement for this position*

The successful candidate will have the skills and experience included below;

• Dynamic individual with excellent client facing skills
• Windows 10 OS support and troubleshooting
• Active Directory
• Providing support for 1st & 2nd line fixes
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Proactive attitude

1st & 2nd Line Support Engineer/Service Desk Analyst (SC Cleared)

Bournemouth, £170-200 per day, 2 months rolling

1st & 2nd Line Support Engineer / Service Desk Analyst (SC Cleared)

Bournemouth, £170-200 per day, 2 months rolling

Bench IT require a 1st & 2nd Line Support Engineer to work on the service desk for our customer based in Bournemouth. The successful candidate should have experience working on the helpdesk/service desk to provide an excellent level of IT support.

*This role requires active SC Clearance - this is a mandatory requirement for this position*

The successful candidate will have the skills and experience included below;

• Dynamic individual with excellent client facing skills
• Windows 10 OS support and troubleshooting
• Active Directory
• Providing support for 1st & 2nd line fixes
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Proactive attitude

1st & 2nd Line Support Engineer/Service Desk Analyst (SC Cleared)

Bournemouth, £170-200 per day, 2 months rolling

• Strong testing background with experience setting up automation
• Configuration and integration testing experience
• Agile environment experience as my client is moving towards agile
• Leadership skills – mentoring and developing manual testers in automation
• Challenge project managers, someone who can push back when required
• Wants to learn new technologies in order to improve their testing skillet as well as able to mentor others
• Strong leadership skills - the right candidate will be willing to speak out and engage with employers
• Able to think out of the box and look at things from a different perspective
• Excellent communication skills

• Strong testing background with experience setting up automation
• Configuration and integration testing experience
• Agile environment experience as my client is moving towards agile
• Leadership skills – mentoring and developing manual testers in automation
• Challenge project managers, someone who can push back when required
• Wants to learn new technologies in order to improve their testing skillet as well as able to mentor others
• Strong leadership skills - the right candidate will be willing to speak out and engage with employers
• Able to think out of the box and look at things from a different perspective
• Excellent communication skills