6 results for Head Of Security in Reading, Reading

Risk and Compliance Manager

City of London, London
remote
Temporary
250 - 280 GBP / Daily
Risk & Compliance Manager - 2 month assignment - up to £280/day - London - HybridRobert Half are thrilled to be working with a growing organisation in their search for a temporary Risk & Compliance Manager covering a leave of absence. You'll take a leading role in developing and maintaining the organisation's risk and compliance framework, working closely with stakeholders across the business.This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to shape how a business manages risk, influence decision-making and build robust frameworks that support growth - rather than simply tick compliance boxes.Key Details:<ul><li>Job Title: Risk & Compliance Manager</li><li>Location: flexible for right candidate</li><li>Pay: £250 - £280/day, DOE, + holiday pay</li><li>Contract Length: 2 months</li></ul>Responsibilities:<ul><li>Ensure UK/US regulatory and industry compliance.</li><li>Monitor regulatory changes and advise on business impact.</li><li>Develop and maintain policies covering bribery, fraud and compliance.</li><li>Manage client audits, due diligence and compliance requests.</li><li>Oversee ESG, including EcoVadis, carbon footprint and DEI.</li><li>Review contracts and marketing for CMA/FCA greenwashing compliance.</li><li>Own and maintain the enterprise risk management framework and risk register.</li><li>Identify, assess and manage operational, regulatory, contractual and reputational risks.</li><li>Track risk remediation and mitigation actions.</li><li>Partner with IT on cyber and information security risk.</li><li>Act as DPO, overseeing UK GDPR, DPA 2018, PECR and US privacy requirements (CCPA/CPRA).</li><li>Review data processing agreements and contractual privacy requirements.</li><li>Maintain privacy policies, notices and registrations.</li><li>Assess cross-border data transfers.</li><li>Lead responses to client information security questionnaires.</li><li>Liaise with IT/MSPs on security and data classification.</li><li>Develop and maintain AI governance policies and procedures.</li><li>Assess AI tools against data protection and contractual requirements.</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>Strong experience across risk, compliance and governance.</li><li>Good knowledge of UK GDPR / Data Protection Act 2018 / PECR and ideally US privacy regulations such as CCPA/CPRA.</li><li>Experience developing or managing enterprise risk frameworks and risk registers.</li><li>Exposure to information security, cyber risk and/or AI governance.</li><li>Confidence working with contracts, policies, audits and client due diligence.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.</li><li>A practical, commercially minded approach to compliance - you don't just identify the risk; you help the business manage it.</li></ul>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/RW1pbHkuTGV3aXMuODY3NTUuMTA5MjNAcmhpLmFwbGl0cmFrLmNvbQ.gif">
2026-09-01T16:19:24Z

Head of IT Service and Operations

Richmond upon Thames, London
remote
Permanent
80000 - 91000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Head of IT Service & Operations</h1>Location: Richmond-upon-Thames Reports to: CIO<h3>A senior IT leadership role with real ownership and influence</h3>Are you an experienced IT leader who thrives at the intersection of service, operations, governance, risk and transformation?We're looking for a Head of IT Service & Operations to take ownership of the end-to-end performance, resilience and governance of IT services within a successful, regulated organisation operating as part of a global technology environment.This is a role with genuine accountability. You'll lead the UK IT Service & Operations function, managing a small leadership team and overseeing a wider team of around ten, while working closely with global technology teams, third-party suppliers and senior stakeholders.<h3>What you'll be doing</h3><ul data-spread="false"><li>Own and evolve the UK SIAM model, bringing together global and third-party technology providers.</li><li>Set and manage SLAs, OLAs and KPIs, ensuring IT performance is aligned with business outcomes.</li><li>Lead major incident and problem management governance, driving root-cause analysis and continuous improvement.</li><li>Own the vendor management and multi-supplier governance framework.</li><li>Take accountability for the UK IT risk, controls and audit environment.</li><li>Own the IT and Information Security policy framework, ensuring alignment with wider Group standards and regulatory expectations.</li><li>Drive business continuity and operational resilience, ensuring the organisation is prepared for disruption.</li><li>Lead, mentor and develop the IT Service & Operations team, including recruitment, performance and career development.</li><li>Contribute to the Senior Management Group, helping shape the wider technology operating model and direction of the business.</li></ul><h3>What we're looking for</h3>You'll be a senior IT service leader with strong experience across ITSM, SIAM, governance and risk, ideally within a regulated environment.You'll bring:<ul data-spread="false"><li>Proven experience leading and developing IT teams.</li><li>Strong understanding of regulatory accountability, risk and controls.</li><li>Strategic thinking combined with a structured approach to governance.</li><li>Excellent stakeholder management across local, global and third-party environments.</li><li>Confidence operating under regulatory scrutiny.</li><li>Strong analytical and risk-management capabilities.</li><li>Excellent communication skills, particularly during incidents and periods of change.</li><li>The ability to influence, challenge and drive organisational change.</li></ul><h3>The opportunity</h3>This is an opportunity to step into a high-profile IT leadership position with genuine ownership of how technology services are delivered, governed and continuously improved.You'll have the visibility and influence to shape the operating model, strengthen resilience, improve supplier performance and develop a talented IT function, while working within a global technology organisation.If you're ready for a role where IT service, operational resilience, governance and leadership genuinely sit at the heart of the business, we'd love to hear from you.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/V2lsbC5TdGVhZC4xODQ1Ny4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-25T08:37:42Z

IT Manager

City of London, London
remote
Permanent
60000 - 70000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>IT Manager | Covent Garden, London | Hybrid</h1><h2>Take ownership. Drive change. Shape the future of IT.</h2>If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely influence how technology is used, rather than simply keeping the lights on, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for.We're partnering with a boutique executive search firm to recruit an IT Manager who will take full ownership of its internal technology environment. Supporting around 70 users, you'll work closely with the CTO to deliver an exceptional IT service while leading technology improvements across the business.This is a varied, hands-on position with plenty of autonomy. You'll be responsible for the day-to-day IT environment while helping shape the firm's long-term technology roadmap, with the freedom to introduce new tools, improve processes and evaluate emerging technologies, including AI.<h2>What you'll be doing</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>Owning the day-to-day IT function for around 70 users, providing high-quality support across the business</li><li>Managing Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Intune, Windows Autopilot and endpoint management</li><li>Building and deploying devices, managing joiners, movers and leavers, and maintaining workplace technology</li><li>Administering security platforms including CrowdStrike, Mimecast and Egress</li><li>Managing relationships with MSPs, telecoms providers and software vendors, ensuring high service standards</li><li>Leading IT improvement projects, software rollouts and technology upgrades</li><li>Reviewing contracts, licences and renewals to maximise value and control costs</li><li>Working closely with the CTO to identify opportunities for innovation and continuous improvement</li></ul><h2>What's in it for you?</h2><ul data-spread="false"><li>The opportunity to own and shape the internal IT function</li><li>Direct exposure to the CTO and involvement in technology strategy</li><li>The freedom to introduce new technologies and improve existing systems</li><li>A broad role spanning infrastructure, support, projects, security and supplier management</li><li>A collaborative, high-performing environment where your ideas will have real impact</li><li>Hybrid working from modern offices in the heart of Covent Garden</li></ul><h2>What we're looking for</h2>You'll be an experienced IT professional with broad Microsoft infrastructure experience and a genuine passion for delivering an outstanding IT service. You'll enjoy taking ownership, building strong relationships with stakeholders and suppliers, and balancing hands-on technical work with projects and continuous improvement.Whether you're an established IT Manager or a Senior IT Engineer ready to take the next step, this is an opportunity to make a visible impact in a growing, technology-driven business.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/V2lsbC5TdGVhZC41ODAxNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-21T15:30:08Z

Developer

Wokingham, Berkshire
remote
Permanent
40000 - 45000 GBP / Yearly
<h1>Mid-Level Django Developer</h1>Salary: £45,000 per annum Location: Fully Remote - occasional travel to the Reading/Wokingham area Job Type: Permanent<h2>The Opportunity</h2>An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Mid-Level Django Developer to join the engineering team of an established and forward-thinking organisation.This is a fully remote position, with occasional travel to the company's head office in the Reading/Wokingham area when required.The successful candidate will play an active role in developing and maintaining robust, scalable backend systems, building APIs and services using Django and Django REST Framework. You will work collaboratively with other developers while having the opportunity to take ownership of defined development tasks and continue to grow your technical expertise.<h2>Key Responsibilities</h2><ul><li>Design, build and maintain backend services and APIs using Django and Django REST Framework (DRF)</li><li>Develop efficient and well-structured PostgreSQL queries</li><li>Manage database schema changes, including migrations, indexing and performance tuning</li><li>Build and maintain RESTful APIs</li><li>Participate in code reviews and follow established security and quality standards</li><li>Collaborate with frontend developers to integrate APIs and ensure smooth data flow</li><li>Debug and resolve issues across the technology stack</li><li>Investigate performance bottlenecks and data integrity issues</li><li>Contribute to technical documentation and internal process improvements</li><li>Work within CI/CD pipelines and Git-based version control workflows</li><li>Write maintainable, testable code and contribute to unit testing</li><li>Work within appropriate security, quality and data protection standards</li></ul><h2>Essential Experience</h2>The successful Mid-Level Django Developer will ideally have:<ul><li>3+ years' professional experience with Django or a similar Python web framework</li><li>Strong working knowledge of PostgreSQL, including query optimisation, indexing and schema design</li><li>Hands-on experience with Django REST Framework (DRF)</li><li>Experience building and working with RESTful APIs</li><li>Experience with Git-based version control and collaborative development</li><li>Familiarity with unit testing and writing maintainable, testable code</li><li>Understanding of basic web application security best practices</li><li>Experience working within Linux-based development or deployment environments</li></ul><h2>Desirable Experience</h2>The following would be advantageous:<ul><li>Docker and containerised deployments</li><li>AWS services, particularly RDS, EC2 and WAF</li><li>Infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or Ansible</li><li>Frontend frameworks or JavaScript-heavy features</li><li>CI/CD tooling such as Bitbucket Pipelines or GitHub Actions</li><li>Experience working with JSON-based data structures, rule engines or configurable logic</li></ul><h2>What We're Looking For</h2>We're looking for a developer who is comfortable working independently on defined tasks and is keen to continue developing their technical ownership.You'll need to be a strong team player, comfortable contributing to technical discussions, collaborating with other developers and taking responsibility for delivering high-quality, maintainable solutions.<h2>Working Arrangements</h2><ul><li>Fully remote role</li><li>Occasional attendance at the head office in the Reading area</li><li>Permanent position</li><li>Salary of £45,000 per annum</li></ul>If you're an experienced Django Developer / Python Developer looking for a fully remote permanent opportunity where you can take ownership of your work and continue developing your technical career, we'd be keen to hear from you.Apply now for further information.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy4zNjA3MS4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-08-21T14:29:37Z

Linux Systems Analyst

London, London
remote
Contract
- GBP / Yearly
Robert Half Technology are assisting UK's market leading financial services organisation to recruit a Linux Systems Analyst on an initial 6 month contract - Hybrid working - LondonReporting to the Head of IT Service Delivery, the IT Analyst is a highly skilled, customer-focused technical support professional responsible for delivering exceptional IT services across business-critical applications, infrastructure, integrations and cloud-hosted platforms. Particular emphasis is placed on Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration, application support, troubleshooting, automation and maintaining highly available business services.This role is ideal for a well-rounded, service-oriented IT professional with strong Red Hat Linux administration expertise, broad technical capability, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.Role<ul><li>The Linux Systems Analyst will manage incidents, service requests, problems and operational tasks within SLA targets.</li><li>Provide advanced 2nd line support across infrastructure, applications and integrations.</li><li>Administer and support Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments.</li><li>Perform root cause analysis and drive permanent resolution of problems.</li><li>Support change, release, continuity and disaster recovery processes.</li><li>Support EDI, AS2, SFTP and customer integration solutions.</li><li>Work closely with clients and business stakeholders.</li><li>Deliver continual service improvement initiatives and operational excellence.</li><li>Out-of-hours support will be required as part of the role (weekdays and weekends).</li></ul>Profile<ul data-spread="false"><li>The Linux Systems Analyst will have strong Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) administration experience.</li><li>Linux performance tuning, patching, security and automation.</li><li>Shell scripting, Perl, SQL and related technologies.</li><li>Networking fundamentals, SSL/TLS and secure file transfer technologies.</li><li>Apache, OpenSSL, JBoss/J2EE, Jenkins and Atlassian products or similar.</li><li>Basic database administration (MySQL, Sybase ASE, or similar).</li><li>Basic SAP administration.</li><li>Microsoft 365, Windows and end-user support skills.</li><li>Incident, problem, change and request management.</li><li>Strong troubleshooting and analytical abilities.</li><li>Experience working within SLA-driven environments.</li></ul>Desirable Skills <ul data-spread="false"><li>ITIL Foundation certification.</li><li>RHCSA or equivalent Red Hat/Linux certification.</li><li>Additional cloud, infrastructure or security certifications.</li></ul>Company<ul><li>UK's market leading legal organisation with offices in London </li><li>Hybrid working </li></ul>Salary & BenefitsThe salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/S2F6aW0uSGFzc2FuLjY5NjkyLjEwOTIzQHJoaS5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20.gif">
2026-07-12T14:49:58Z

Senior Mainframe IDMS Database Administrator

Reading, Berkshire
remote
Temporary
60 - 70 GBP / Hourly
Senior IDMS DBA (Mainframe) | 12-Month Contract | Fully Remote (UK)Contract DetailsDuration: 12 monthsRate: Up to £70 per hourLocation:100% Remote (Candidates must be UK-based)Reporting to a US-based ManagerWe're looking for an experienced Senior IDMS DBA on a 12-month contract supporting a mission-critical government-focused environment.This is an excellent opportunity for a highly skilled mainframe professional with deep IDMS DBA expertise to work on a long-term engagement supporting critical production systems.About the RoleYou'll be responsible for supporting and maintaining mission-critical IDMS database environments that underpin highly sensitive government systems within a regulated UK environment.This position is part of a planned knowledge transfer due to upcoming retirements, ensuring continued support for a key customer. We're looking for someone with strong technical depth who can confidently manage complex production environments from day one.You'll work within a 24x7 operational environment, focusing on database availability, performance, stability, and continuous improvement.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport IDMS databases in a 24x7 production environmentApply software updates, patches, and ongoing maintenanceMonitor, analyse, and tune database performanceInvestigate system abends and perform root cause analysisDevelop and maintain REXX and ISPF toolsImprove monitoring capabilities and reduce manual DBA interventionExecute EZ-IDMS utilities, including EZ-Reorg and EZ-SyncroSupport IPL activitiesParticipate in an on-call support rotaRequired Skills & Experience10+ years' experience in IBM Mainframe environments7+ years' experience as an IDMS DBAStrong expertise in z/OSDeep knowledge of CA IDMS database administrationStrong REXX and ISPF development skillsProven experience in dump analysis and root cause investigationAbility to work within a highly regulated environmentGovernment security clearance, or eligibility to obtain clearance, is requiredBachelor's degree preferredDesirable SkillsExperience with EZ-IDMS toolsPrevious experience supporting 24x7 production environmentsIf you're an experienced Senior IDMS DBA looking for your next remote contract opportunity and have the technical expertise to support critical enterprise systems, I'd love to hear from you.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.<img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/UGV0ZS5SaWNoYXJkcy41NjYxNC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">
2026-07-10T12:30:14Z