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Job Title: Incident Response Specialist – 6-Month ContractLocation: LondonContract Type: 6-Month ContractStart Date: ImmediateWe are working with an innovative client who is looking for a talented Incident Response Specialist to join their on-site team for an exciting 6-month contract. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, handling a wide variety of 1st-line and operational security responsibilities. It’s a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong incident response skills to make an immediate impact while gaining exposure to cutting-edge security tools and practices.The RoleAs an Incident Response Specialist, you will:- Monitor, detect, and respond to real-time cyber security incidents and threats using state-of-the-art tools.- Lead investigations into security incidents, managing the identification, analysis, and remediation of cyberattacks.- Work closely with technical teams to ensure endpoint security controls are operating effectively.- Implement security improvements, including automating processes and creating custom alerts.- Support security initiatives such as phishing campaigns, vulnerability management, and data loss prevention.What We’re Looking For The ideal candidate will have:- Hands-on experience in Incident Response or SecOps, with expertise in analyzing and resolving cyber security incidents.- Knowledge of key security technologies and principles, including:- Incident Response: Cyberattack detection, investigation, and remediation.- Security Tools: EDR (Defender), SIEM (Chronicle), AV, Web Proxy, Email Gateways.- Cloud Security and Vulnerability Management.- Data Loss Prevention Controls and Network/DNS Security.- A relevant security qualification such as CCSP, CCSK, GSEC, or CISSP.- Proficiency in coding (e.g., Python, Bash) to support automation.- A proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to work independently and within a team.What’s on Offer- The opportunity to work with a cutting-edge team dedicated to cyber security innovation.- Exposure to advanced tools and processes in a fast-paced environment.- Supportive and collaborative culture focused on professional growth.This is a brilliant opportunity to bring your expertise to a forward-thinking organization and make a tangible difference in their cyber security posture.If this sounds like the role for you, don’t hesitate to get in touch or apply today!As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff. Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Senior Business Development Manager – Cybersecurity Remote – Uk with travel to client sites Salary - £80,000 - £100,000 + Double OTE As a Senior Business Development Manager, your role will focus on forging strong, lasting relationships with clients, driving growth within assigned accounts, and securing new business opportunities. You will play a pivotal role in expanding the client base, managing renewals, and leading a high-performing team to exceed business goals. Key Responsibilities New Business Development: Employ a strategic and methodical approach to identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities. Client Engagement: Build trusted relationships within target organizations, converting leads into viable business opportunities that align with our offerings. Account Management: Manage existing client relationships, negotiating contracts to maximize revenue and profit. Develop plans to expand business within current accounts. Collaboration: Partner with internal teams and technology partners to enhance client engagements and uncover new opportunities. Strategic Growth: Focus on recurring revenue growth through managed service offerings while leveraging consultancy teams to demonstrate our expertise. Leadership: Oversee the timely delivery of solutions that align with client needs and objectives. Core Duties Cultivate leads and transform them into opportunities from initial outreach to deal closure. Develop and present high-quality proposals and materials tailored to senior client stakeholders. Serve as the main point of contact for client accounts, nurturing strong relationships with stakeholders and executive sponsors. Track and report key performance metrics, ensuring accurate forecasting and accountability. Anticipate and address client needs, resolving challenges and escalations effectively. Regularly identify areas for improvement within client accounts to enhance performance and satisfaction. What You Bring to the Role Experience: At least 2 years of proven success in cybersecurity sales covering public and private sector clients. Versatility: A background in selling both managed security services and consulting solutions. Client-Focused Mindset: A passion for understanding client goals and aligning solutions to their needs. Commercial Acumen: The ability to assess client challenges and craft compelling, value-driven propositions. Communication Skills: Strong presentation and negotiation skills, with experience engaging senior audiences. Collaborative Spirit: A team player who values constructive feedback and respects diverse perspectives. Drive for Excellence: A proactive, curious approach to learning and problem-solving. This role offers the chance to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where you’ll be integral to driving growth and making a tangible impact on the success of both your team and the business. Immediate start dates are available for the right candidates. Apply now. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

At Forward role we’re more than just recruiters; over the past 15 years, we’ve scaled to a team of 50 industry-leading experts, developed market-first products and solutions, and push the boundaries in the spaces that matter most, such as sustainability and ED&I. We are looking for a experienced UX Designer to join our Product and Design Team to help enhance our clients products and services, which are used around the world by hundreds of thousands of small businesses.   The Client? They launched in 2015 and have branched out into other areas of professional services for small businesses. We work with 100,000 businesses – across the UK and globally - trust us to free them of their paperwork and keep them on the right side of the law! This means there will always be a project to work on and collaborations with other valued employees. We have a modern, city centre office which boasts some of the best views you’ll get of the city and is a stone’s throw from Victoria Station. Our Ethos: We believe that magic happens when talented people get together in a room and our hybrid approach of 4 days in the office & 1 day at home, has nurtured a tight knit community, one where face-to-face interaction isn't just a necessity; it's a preference that drives our collaborative spirit and creative solutions. We’re looking for a UX Designer to join our vibrant team and be part of a highly successful, mature, profit-making business that retains the community driven approach of a start-up   Your day-to-day -            Design and research (80%) -            Process and Tooling (10%) -            Personal Development (10%)   This includes a deep dive into the creation of our SaaS products, working alongside a dynamic, cross-functional team, getting involved in every stage from brainstorming sessions to deployment, ensuring that our solutions not only meet but exceed our high standards. About You -            A hands-on designer with a love for technology and a strong belief in producing high quality, resilient services with an aspiration to achieve design excellence -            A design thinker who values diverse technical solutions and innovative approaches. -            Proactive in seeking out and evaluating emerging technologies that can add value to the platform. -            Demonstrable experience in design delivery and Agile methodologies. -            You’re comfortable explaining solutions to both technical & non-technical stakeholders Technical Skills -            User Research: Ability to conduct user research through interviews, surveys, usability testing, and data analysis to understand user needs, behaviors, and pain points. -            User-Centered Design: Expertise in designing with a user-centric approach, ensuring that products and services are intuitive, accessible, and meet user expectations. -            Wireframing & Prototyping: Proficiency in creating wireframes, low-fidelity prototypes, and high-fidelity interactive prototypes to visualize and test design concepts. -            Information Architecture: Knowledge of structuring and organising information in a clear and logical manner to facilitate easy navigation and findability. -            Visual Design: Understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, layout, and iconography to create visually appealing and consistent user interfaces. -            Usability Testing & Iteration: Ability to conduct usability testing, gather feedback, and iterate designs based on user insights and data. -            Communication & Collaboration: Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and clients. -            Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to analyse complex problems, synthesize data, and develop effective design solutions Other Benefits -            25 days holiday, plus a day off for your birthday. -            2 conference days per year to attend relevant events to further your own development. -            Enhanced sick pay and an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) scheme. -            Free breakfast every Monday and office fruit to promote a healthy lifestyle. -            Various retail discounts and perks. -            Access to an on-site gym (coming soon) As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Cyber Security Engineers Location – Hybrid – London (1 day per week) Clearance – SC current or able to obtain My client is looking for 2 Cyber Security Engineers to perform a variety of tasks across Vulnerability Management, Incident Response and tool tuning. Role duties Perform regular vulnerability scans and generate reports based on the outcomes using Nessus. Use SonarQube to audit software code detect Vulnerabilities, bugs and code quality. Ensure that the vulnerability tool sets are kept up to date and that scans are performed regularly. Vulnerability and Patch Manager with identifying weaknesses in the system.  Perform compliance checks to ensure that antivirus and anti-malware protection is deployed successfully Perform compliance checks and regular audits of Firewall rules Respond to potential security breaches or cyber-attacks Ensure that the security tools sets are kept up to date with regular security patches Conduct the relevant change management task when required.  Required Skills Background in Incident Response and Vulnerability Management including tuning tools. Knowledge of Container Security Experience working in HMG/MOD environments. You will ideally have hands on experience of 1 or more of the following: SonarQube, Nessus, Trivy IAC, Fortra, Trellix (Fireye) You will hold an active SC clearance or be able to achieve the required level of clearance. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

  As a Cyber Security Consultant, you’ll be an expert in secure design, risk management, and compliance, particularly within regulated industries such as UK Government, Health, and Defence. You’ll work closely with our team and clients, independently leading security initiatives across multiple projects. Key Responsibilities Lead security assurance for cloud-hosted services through all project stages. Advise on UK Government security standards Provide Public Cloud security expertise (Azure, AWS) aligned with NCSC principles. Define scopes for security testing (ITHC, Pen Testing) on cloud platforms and SaaS. Perform risk assessments, identify gaps, and support threat remediation. Conduct Cyber Security Maturity Assessments. Required Skills & Experience Extensive experience with AWS and Azure security architecture. Strong understanding of cloud security for IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, and serverless. Knowledge of security standards and frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, CIS). Risk assessment and effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders. Agile, adaptable, and experienced in stakeholder management. Familiarity with DevOps/DevSecOps, Infrastructure as Code Preferred Certifications - CISSP, CISM, AWS Solutions Architect Security Clearance: You will be required to either hold or be able to achieve SC Clearance. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

  Senior DevOps Engineer | Azure | Linux | Kubernetes | Docker | Terraform IAC  Up to £65,000 DOE + benefits including learning and development budget, healthcare + more Hybrid working from their Liverpool office Opportunity to work for one of the biggest household names in the financial services industry. A leading financial services company based in Liverpool are looking for a Senior DevOps Engineer to join their team. You’ll be working 3 days on site at their Liverpool office and the remainder at home- you must therefore be based local to Liverpool. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of commercial experience within a DevOps role with previous expertise supporting wider development teams to facilitate their Microservice Architecture. The business focuses on cloud services (Azure) so previous cloud knowledge will be essential for the role. Their development team are building bespoke apps which you will need the ability to deliver so Kubernetes is key for the role. This is a great opportunity for a Mid to Senior level DevOps Engineer who is looking for their next step up.  Your day to day will include designing building and maintaining release pipelines for their software and infrastructure, resolving DevOps managed systems issues for both developers and customers and onboarding new software ensuring best practices. You will also work closely with the cloud architecture teams to build strong, scalable and robust systems and will liaise directly with 3rd parties to translate their requirements into effective solutions. Key Skills: Azure AKS Linux Kubernetes Docker Terraform IAC CI/CD pipelines You’ll be joining a growing business who pride themselves on creating an environment where your voice is heard. Their Engineering team of 25+ are encouraged to leverage their previous expertise to think of new solutions which has created a culture where your input really matters. They’ve grown massively over the past couple of years so there hasn’t been a more exciting time to join them. Interviews slots are available for THIS WEEK. There are only 2 interview stages in this process and no task so a decision could be with you by the end of this week! APPLY NOW or email your CV to alicia@forwardrole.com *Please note you MUST be based in the UK and the role cannot offer sponsorship Senior DevOps Engineer | Azure | Linux | Kubernetes | Docker | Terraform IAC As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Technical Security Consultant – Secure by design £60,000 - £85,000 + excellent benefits Location - Remote UK with travel to client sites as required. As a key member of the Consulting team, you will support both new and long-term clients across various industries, helping them design and implement tailored security architectures and solutions. Working closely with clients, you’ll leverage your expertise in information security and security architecture to complement their internal Cyber and Information Security teams, providing strategic business insights alongside technical expertise. Key Responsibilities: Support the development and implementation of client IT security frameworks, including: Policies, principles, and standards related to Security Architecture across the organization. Ensuring alignment with industry standards and regulations, such as ISO/IEC 27001/27002/27005. Creation of security patterns, models, and blueprints. Defining current and future-state security architectures. Developing a security architecture roadmap. Monitoring security technologies and performance indicators (KPIs). Applying architecture-specific tools and methodologies. Advocate for Secure by Design and architectural principles to mitigate information risks. Identify and assess security risks within proposed solution architectures, Provide expert validation and assurance of client security architectures and proposed solutions. Required Skills Hands-on experience in reviewing security project plans, evaluating security technologies, and developing requirements for cloud and network security designs. Previous experience developing security architecture roadmaps promoting Secure by Design principles. Knowledge of ISO/IEC 27001/27002/27005 standards. Strong knowledge of network and security technology evaluations Experience working to HMG and NCSC security policies, standards, and guidelines. Strong stakeholder management skills Clearance required: You will be able to obtain or already hold government security vetting at SC level As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Senior Security Consultant – Security Assurance Location - Remote UK with travel to client sites as required. In this role, you'll collaborate with a dynamic team to provide NCSC Assured Consultancy Services, focusing on comprehensive Cyber Security Audit and Assurance. You will play a key role in shaping strategic direction and thought leadership within the field of Cyber Security Audit and Assurance. Key Responsibilities: Providing Audit and Assurance against frameworks such as ISO27001, NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework, NIST Cyber Security Framework, and PCIDSS Engage with cross-functional teams, supporting oversight bodies in evaluating Cyber Resilience across different organizations. Deliver clear and concise reports outlining gaps, vulnerabilities, risks, and recommended actions. Lead workshops and assessments with various departments to evaluate quality management and process documentation. Exhibit strong teamwork skills, with exceptional interpersonal abilities. Required Skills: Possess deep knowledge of Cyber Security Audit and Assurance frameworks such as ISO27001, NCSC Cyber Assessment Framework, NIST Cyber Security Framework, and PCIDSS. Hold a rounded knowledge of IT systems and services, including Cloud Computing, Mobile Computing, IT Security, Zero Trust, and security architecture principles. Strong stakeholder management skills Clearance required: You will be able to obtain or already hold government security vetting at SC level As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Head of IT Salary: Up to £75,000 + benefits Location: Hybrid and flexible working from Manchester Opportunity: Join a growing business in the financial industry I’m partnering with a leading financial services company headquartered in Manchester, with offices around the globe, to find their next Head of IT. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team during a period of significant growth and technological enhancement. As the Head of IT, you will be part of a close-knit team. The ideal candidate will have IT Manager experience or above, capable of bridging the gap between operations and testing while managing both the development team and the technology support function. The Development team is currently working on a project using C#, so prior experience with similar technologies would be highly beneficial.  The successful candidate will have a strong track record in collaborating with developers and IT support staff, demonstrating the ability to lead projects from inception to completion. They will have robust cloud expertise, particularly in AWS, and be well-versed in infrastructure security practices. Exceptional communication skills are essential, as you will regularly engage with the board and drive the delivery of IT and development strategies. You'll work on a hybrid basis with a flexible hours, allowing you to have the right work-life balance. Occasional visits to other offices will be required as they work to enhance their IT offerings and contribute to the development of a new platform aimed at automating business processes. They welcome candidates from diverse backgrounds, so even if your experience isn't specifically in financial services, you are encouraged to apply. Interviews are starting next week, so APPLY now for immediate consideration! *please note sponsorship cannot be offered for the role and you must be based local to Manchester. Contact: Alicia@forwardrole.com As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

  SOC Engineer – Microsoft Security £40,000 - £50000 + on call allowance Hybrid – South Yorkshire - (1 - 2 days per week) The selected candidates will join a well-established Security Operations Centre (SOC) team, providing guidance and support to clients targeted by cyber threats or malicious activity. Key Responsibilities As a member of the SOC team, you will be responsible for: Delivering monitoring and protection using cutting-edge security tools. Ensuring incident reporting is completed accurately, promptly, and effectively. Assisting fellow SOC team members during security incidents and threat-hunting initiatives, Provide support during SIEM, EDR, and vulnerability management deployments. Engineering security solutions, implementing and managing security tools, investigating security incidents, analysing attack methods, researching new defence techniques, developing security policies, and documenting SOC procedures. Analysing malware and other cyber threats to identify indicators of compromise, and performing event correlation between different systems. Assisting with firewall management and contributing to the creation of new detection and automation rules. Required Skills and Qualifications The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following skills and qualities: Knowledge of the Microsoft Security stack - MS Sentinel, MS Defender. Knowledge USM Anywhere, SentinelOne, and Tenable IO would be advantageous. A passion for cyber security and its related industries. An in-depth understanding of current trends and news within the cyber security space. Strong communication skills and comfort in a client-facing role. Industry certifications are highly desirable, particularly if you hold any of the following: Microsoft SC-200, AZ-500, SC-100. Our client will also consider someone who holds SC-200, AZ-500 or SC-100 certifications and is looking for a move into Security. As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Technical Support Engineer Salary up to £50,000 + benefits Hybrid working from their Manchester site Opportunity to work for a global organisation within the biomedical industry. This is an exciting opportunity to join a global leader in the biomedical industry, they are looking for a Technical Support Engineer to join the team. The Role: You’ll be providing technical support to customers and Field Support staff- diagnosing and troubleshooting complex equipment and systems, including software and applications. You’ll be a problem solver who can co-ordinate with customers and Field Support staff to resolve complex issues. You’ll analyse product issues, recommend solutions, and implement fixes or escalate problems as needed to ensure they’re resolved effectively. The Ideal Candidate: You’ll have over 3+ years’ experience in hardware support or field support role, ideally within an automated environment. Ideally, you’ll have a background in IT hardware, manufacturing, mechanical or electrical engineering. Demonstrate a knack diagnosing faults and issues both on site and remotely. You’ll be familiar with platforms like Salesforce.com and Oracle. The Company: The company are well established and are making a real difference in the biomedical industry. They have an incredible internal culture; where you’ll be joining a team that encourage you to think outside the box and find innovative ways of working. They are looking to speak to candidates from a variety of sectors including IT, manufacturing and and engineering, this is a unique opportunity with great internal progression.  Interviews are taking places we speak… APPLY or email your CV to Alicia@forwardrole.com   As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.

Cloud Security Specialist – SecDevOps Location - Dusseldorf, Germany Relocation assistance provided Salalry - Flexible, based on skills and suitability   As part of a small, dedicated team, you'll collaborate with IT security, SRE, and development teams to implement company-wide security practices, consulting on security demands, and ensuring our systems remain secure, scalable, and efficient. What You'll Do: Develop innovative, secure solutions by leveraging your deep understanding of security practices and programming experience. Take ownership of security across all domains of the company. Inspire and empower engineers to build secure services while maintaining productivity. Advocate for a security-first culture by raising awareness and embedding security into all aspects of the company. Shape the company's security strategy by aligning IT security demands with business needs. Desirable skills: Expertise in Google Cloud Platform security would be perfect. AWS or Azure experience will also be considered. Hands-on experience as a SecDevOps engineer or SRE / DevOps background with an interest in security would also be considered. Proficiency in programming languages like Java EE, Spring Framework, or alternatives like Golang, Python, or Rust. Knowledge of security GRC structures (ISO/IEC 27x, ISMS). Familiarity with web application security principles, OWASP Top Ten, and secure coding practices. Solid understanding of security tools and policies to monitor and enforce IT security. Experience in security assessments, code reviews, and penetration testing. Ready to make an impact? Apply today As an industry leading, nationwide Marketing, Digital, Analytics, IT and Design recruitment agency, we are continually receiving new assignments to work on, so keep a close eye on our website, Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter pages for a full list of current permanent and interim opportunities as well as marketplace news and fun stuff.Forward Role is operating as an employment agency.