Applause IT Recruitment

About the Company

Applause IT Recruitment is a Specialist IT Recruitment Agency finding top tier candidates permanent & contract tech and digital jobs for a variety of clients across the UK.

Client and candidate experience is at the heart of everything we do. That's why we offer a range of services including multi-agency, exclusive and retained recruitment solutions. These can be delivered through a single point of contact or you can work directly with our specialist consultants who can offer tailored recruitment strategies that suit your business' needs, from writing job specifications to mapping the best candidates, selection process and successful onboarding of your new hires.

We build long-lasting relationships with our clients who return to us time and time again to grow their team. Many of our top candidates work with us exclusively throughout their careers, from finding their first role to recruiting for their new team some 10 years later!

Applause IT Recruitment has been sourcing the best IT and digital talent since 2000 and we're still growing! Our industry expert consultants work across the UK in Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester, Bristol, Leeds, Nottingham and London. If you want to grow your business with candidates who are as passionate about your company as you are, why not get in touch?

We specialise in finding top talent for roles in Software Engineering, DevOps, Quality Assurance, IT Support, Sales, Marketing, Infrastructure & Networking, Design and Project Office for a variety of clients including numerous software houses, large-scale IT users, and IT service companies.

If you're looking for a new role or want to grow your IT or Sales team, then get in touch! You can contact us via our website www.applauseit.co.uk, or email us directly we'll be happy to hear from you.

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Listed Jobs

Company Name

Applause IT Recruitment

Job Title

Director New Business Development Public Sector

Job Description

**Job Title** Director, New Business Development – Public Sector **Role Summary** Lead the acquisition of new public‑sector contracts for an IT managed‑services provider. Own the pipeline, develop targeted account plans, and execute go‑to‑market strategies across the organization’s IT, cloud, and cybersecurity portfolio. **Expectations** - Deliver revenue targets and commission‑eligible pipeline growth. - Build and manage a 30‑60‑90 day success plan for each account. - Maintain a rolling list of 100 named target accounts within the public sector. - Provide clear forecast, campaign execution, and CRM reporting. **Key Responsibilities** - Identify, qualify, and close new business opportunities in the public sector. - Create and execute account‑based marketing initiatives (webinars, roundtables, events). - Draft and submit persuasive bid proposals and contract negotiations. - Collaborate with internal technical and commercial teams to develop joint campaigns and solutions. - Navigate public‑sector procurement frameworks (RM6116 NS3, RM6100 TS3, YPO, G‑Cloud). - Serve as a subject‑matter expert in a chosen specialization (e.g., Cybersecurity, Cloud, Unified Communications). - Manage the sales pipeline using HubSpot and other tools (Sales Navigator, Cognism). **Required Skills** - Proven track record of new‑business sales in IT, cloud, communications, or cybersecurity. - Deep knowledge of public‑sector procurement frameworks and governance. - Strong bid‑writing and proposal development skills. - Proficiency in HubSpot, Sales Navigator, and Cognism. - Excellent organisational and pipeline‑forecasting abilities. - Ability to manage complex, multi‑stage sales cycles. - Experience targeting Education, NHS, Central Government, Police, Blue Light, Local Government. **Required Education & Certifications** - Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience). - Relevant certifications in public‑sector procurement (e.g., G‑Cloud, YPO) or technology (e.g., Certified Cloud Security Professional, CCSP) preferred.

England, United kingdom

Remote

10-09-2025

Company Name

Applause IT Recruitment

Job Title

Application Analyst

Job Description

Job Title: Application Analyst Role Summary: Support, troubleshoot, and maintain client-server and web applications in Windows Server environments. Collaborate with teams to resolve incidents, onboard clients, and enhance service efficiency while ensuring compliance and security standards. Expectations: 3+ years in application support (client-server and web-based systems). Strong SQL database skills (Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle). Familiarity with Windows Server, application deployment, and scripting (SQL, PowerShell, Python, VBS). Proficiency in networking (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls) and cybersecurity practices. Key Responsibilities: - Manage incidents and resolve application issues for Windows-based systems. - Collaborate with project teams to onboard new clients and integrate solutions. - Partner with service desk to maintain hosted applications. - Design solutions to optimize service delivery and system performance. - Ensure compliance with security protocols and company policies. - Monitor emerging technologies and industry trends. Required Skills: SQL database (Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle), Windows Server, application deployment, scripting (SQL, PowerShell, Python, VBS), networking (TCP/IP, DNS, firewalls), cybersecurity awareness. Required Education & Certifications: Not specified.

England, United kingdom

On site

09-10-2025

Company Name

Applause IT Recruitment

Job Title

Security Engineer

Job Description

Job title: Security Engineer Role Summary: Lead and elevate the organization’s security posture by managing day‑to‑day security operations, developing and enforcing an information security strategy, and ensuring compliance with ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, and data‑protection regulations. Drive incident response, tool implementation, and security awareness across cloud and on‑premises environments. Expectations: - Deliver comprehensive security program leadership, aligning controls with strategic objectives. - Act as the primary security liaison to senior leadership, providing actionable insights and metrics. - Maintain a proactive, risk‑based approach to threat detection, mitigation, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: - Design, update, and enforce information security policies, procedures, and frameworks. - Manage daily security operations: access control, patch management, log analytics, and alert triage. - Deploy and configure security controls in Azure and AWS (preferred), including SIEM, IAM/PAM, endpoint protection, and vulnerability management tools. - Lead incident response, root‑cause investigations, and post‑incident remediation. - Support compliance activities for ISO 27001, SOC 2 Type II, GDPR, HIPAA, and other data‑protection standards. - Produce regular security reports, KPI dashboards, and executive briefings. - Champion security awareness training and best‑practice adoption across the organization. Required Skills: - 5+ years of experience in information security, risk, or compliance. - Deep knowledge of ISMS principles (ISO 27001) and audit support for SOC 2 Type II. - Hands‑on expertise with SIEM, IAM/PAM, endpoint/anti‑malware, and vulnerability management solutions. - Proficiency in cloud security practices (Azure/AWS). - Strong understanding of data‑protection laws (GDPR, HIPAA). - Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem‑solving abilities. Required Education & Certifications: - Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field (preferred). - Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CISA, or ISO 27001 Lead Implementer/Lead Auditor highly regarded.

Knutsford, United kingdom

Hybrid

Mid level

29-10-2025