Cloud Security EngineerWe are looking for a Cloud Security Engineer to support the security of our clients cloud... Read more
Cloud Security Engineer
We are looking for a Cloud Security Engineer to support the security of our clients cloud platforms and modern infrastructure environments. This role will work closely with technology and engineering teams to help identify, assess, and mitigate security risks while promoting security best practices across cloud-native and containerised environments.
The successful candidate will bring a strong foundation in information security, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for continuous learning in cloud and infrastructure security.
Key Responsibilities
Support the implementation and maintenance of security controls across cloud environments.Collaborate with engineering and operational teams to enhance the security of cloud-based services and platforms.Assist in securing containerized and Kubernetes-based workloads through the application of industry best practices.Participate in security assessments, risk reviews, vulnerability management, and remediation activities.Contribute to the development and automation of security processes and controls.Support secure deployment practices and infrastructure-as-code initiatives.
Desired Experience
Experience working in information security, cybersecurity, cloud security, or a related field.Exposure to container technologies and orchestration platforms.Understanding of common cloud and infrastructure security principles and controls.Experience with scripting, automation, or infrastructure-as-code tools is beneficial.Knowledge of security standards, frameworks, or best practices such as ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, CIS Benchmarks, or equivalent.
We recognise that candidates may not meet every listed qualification. If you have relevant experience, transferable skills, and a strong interest in cloud security, we encourage you to apply. We value diverse perspectives and are committed to building an inclusive environment where individuals can learn, grow, and contribute.
GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Read lessInformation Security Programme Manager - Global Enterprise Environment Duration: Permanent, full time Type: Salaried role (competitive package, pension,... Read more
Information Security Programme Manager - Global Enterprise Environment
Duration: Permanent, full time
Type: Salaried role (competitive package, pension, bonus, healthcare, 26 days leave)
Location: Dublin
On‑site Requirement: 1 day a week onsite.
Summary of Role
In this role, you will:
Lead a portfolio of information security transformation programmes within a large, complex global organisation.Drive the delivery of security change initiatives that strengthen governance, controls, and regulatory alignment across technology and business functions.Act as a senior programme lead, ensuring security initiatives are delivered efficiently, transparently, and in line with strategic priorities.Partner closely with senior stakeholders to embed security requirements into enterprise services and operating models.Support the ongoing evolution of a mature, globally consistent information security capability.Job Description
Responsibilities of the role:
Oversee the end‑to‑end delivery of multiple information security programmes and projects, from initiation through to execution and value realisation.Define programme roadmaps, milestones, success measures, KPIs and OKRs, ensuring clear ownership and accountability.Manage programme governance, budgets, resources, risks, and interdependencies across a global delivery landscape.Provide regular, high‑quality reporting and insights to senior leadership and steering forums.Collaborate with technology, risk, compliance, and business teams to ensure security initiatives align with organisational standards and regulatory expectations.Act as a trusted advisor on information security change, offering guidance on delivery approach, prioritisation, and impact.Champion security awareness and adoption, ensuring requirements are effectively embedded into services and business processes.Anticipate delivery risks and dependencies early, driving mitigation actions to maintain momentum and quality.Experience and Skills Required
Extensive experience in information security, technology, or IT delivery, ideally within large enterprise or regulated environments.Proven track record managing security or technology transformation portfolios, including complex, multi‑year programmes.Strong programme and project management capability; formal certification (e.g. PMP or equivalent) is advantageous.Solid understanding of European regulatory frameworks relevant to information security, such as DORA and NIS2.Broad knowledge of information security domains, including security governance, controls, architecture, and management systems.Familiarity with recognised industry standards and frameworks (e.g. ISO 270xx, COBIT).Confident stakeholder manager with the ability to influence senior leaders and coordinate diverse delivery teams.An agile, pragmatic mindset with the ability to operate independently in fast‑moving environments.What's on Offer
An opportunity to lead high‑impact information security transformation within a global organisation undergoing significant change. You'll work in a collaborative, international environment where security is positioned as a strategic enabler.
The role offers a competitive compensation package, hybrid working, international exposure, and access to continuous learning and long‑term career development.
Next Steps
If you would like to explore this opportunity further, please submit your CV to Oisín Geoghegan at GCS Recruitment Specialists.
📧 [email protected]
📞 +353 1 901 4378
GCS is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Read lessIT Solution Architect (Contract)Location: Dublin (1-2 days onsite per week) Contract Length: Initial 6 Months Engagement: Daily Rate... Read more
IT Solution Architect (Contract)
Location: Dublin (1-2 days onsite per week)
Contract Length: Initial 6 Months
Engagement: Daily Rate Contract
The Opportunity
We are partnering with a large, technology-led organisation undergoing significant investment in cloud infrastructure, modern workplace technologies and enterprise service delivery.
As part of an ongoing cloud-first strategy, an experienced IT Solution Architect is required to help design, govern and deliver enterprise infrastructure and cloud solutions across a complex multi-site environment.
This role will suit an architect who enjoys combining technical leadership with hands-on solution design and has a strong background across Microsoft cloud technologies, identity services and infrastructure modernisation.
Key Responsibilities
Design and deliver infrastructure, cloud and end-user computing solutions aligned to business and technology objectives.Provide architectural governance and technical leadership across multiple projects and initiatives.Lead Azure and Microsoft 365 transformation and migration activities.Drive Active Directory and Azure AD (Entra ID) modernisation programmes.Design and enhance Intune-based application and device management solutions.Collaborate with infrastructure, security and application teams on authentication, identity and access requirements.Review existing cloud architecture and recommend improvements based on industry best practices.Evaluate emerging technologies and contribute to future-state technology roadmaps.Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, highly available and operationally supportable.Required Experience
Previous experience operating in a Solution Architect capacity within a medium-to-large enterprise environment.Strong expertise across Azure, Microsoft 365 and hybrid cloud environments.Deep understanding of Active Directory, Azure AD (Entra ID) and identity services.Experience delivering cloud migration, infrastructure transformation and modernisation programmes.Strong knowledge of Intune, endpoint management and Microsoft security technologies.Experience providing governance and architectural oversight throughout project delivery.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.Ability to balance strategic architecture responsibilities with hands-on technical engagement.Desirable Experience
Enterprise Mobility & Security technologies.Exchange Online migration and administration.SharePoint Online and OneDrive.Hyper-V or other virtualisation technologies.Experience operating within complex multi-domain or multi-forest environments.What's on Offer
Initial 6-month daily-rate contract.Hybrid working model with 1-2 days onsite in Dublin.Opportunity to play a key role in a large-scale cloud and infrastructure transformation programme.Exposure to enterprise-level architecture, governance and modern Microsoft technologies.GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Read lessSenior Databricks Data Architect - Data Transformation Programme The OpportunityAs the lead architect on-site, you will collaborate closely... Read more
The Opportunity
As the lead architect on-site, you will collaborate closely with stakeholders to shape data strategy, design scalable architectures, and guide delivery teams in building robust, production-grade data solutions.
This is a hands-on leadership role that combines architecture, delivery oversight, and stakeholder engagement.
Key Responsibilities
Data Architecture & Platform DesignDesign and implement scalable data models within a Databricks lakehouse frameworkStructure data across layered architectures (e.g. ingestion, refinement, and consumption layers) to support analytics and reporting use casesPipeline Development & IntegrationArchitect and oversee the build of reliable data ingestion and transformation pipelinesWork across a range of data sources, ensuring efficient and scalable processingStakeholder CollaborationAct as a primary point of contact for business and technical stakeholdersTranslate business objectives into clear, scalable data solutionsRequirements & Solution DesignGather and define data requirements, shaping them into robust architectural designsEnsure solutions are maintainable, extensible, and aligned with business prioritiesPlatform Ownership & Continuous ImprovementTake ownership of the evolving data platform and drive ongoing enhancementsAdapt solutions to meet changing requirements and emerging needsTeam LeadershipProvide direction to both local and distributed (offshore) delivery teamsEstablish consistent delivery standards and ensure successful executionGovernance & Data QualityImplement best practices in data governance, lineage, and quality managementEnsure data assets are trusted, well-documented, and fit for purposePerformance & OptimisationIdentify opportunities to improve performance, scalability, and cost efficiencyOptimise processing within distributed data environmentsStandards & DocumentationDevelop and maintain architecture standards, models, and documentationPromote consistency and reusability across the platformDeployment & Delivery SupportSupport release and deployment cyclesEnsure solutions are production-ready and aligned with enterprise standardsRequired ExperienceBackgroundDegree in Computer Science, IT, or a related fieldExtensive experience (8+ years) in data architecture, data platforms, or data engineeringData ModellingStrong expertise across conceptual, logical, and physical data modellingExperience working within modern lakehouse or large-scale data environmentsDatabricks ExpertiseProven hands-on experience designing and supporting Databricks platformsStrong knowledge of Spark processing and scalable data architecture patternsData Engineering & IntegrationExperience delivering batch and/or streaming data pipelinesFamiliarity with tools such as Azure Data Factory or similar platformsCloud & Data PlatformsStrong understanding of cloud-based data environments (Azure preferred)Experience integrating with enterprise data systems (e.g. SQL Server, Oracle, PostgreSQL)Analytics & ReportingAwareness of BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau and how data structures support reportingIndustry Exposure (Nice to Have)Experience in regulated environments such as Financial Services or InsuranceWhat We're Looking ForProven ability to lead delivery teams in complex data environmentsStrong stakeholder communication and relationship management skillsA hands-on approach to architecture and problem solvingDeep understanding of modern data practices and Databricks ecosystemsExperience driving governance, data quality, and platform standardsA continuous improvement mindset with the ability to adapt solutions over time
GCS is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Read lessAbout the RoleOur client is a global data and artificial intelligence (AI) organisation that partners with leading businesses... Read more
Our client is a global data and artificial intelligence (AI) organisation that partners with leading businesses to transform operations, enhance decision-making, and drive growth through advanced analytics and digital solutions.
With a large international presence and a strong reputation across industries such as financial services, healthcare, retail, and insurance, the organisation delivers innovative, data-driven solutions at scale.
Location: Dublin, Republic of Ireland (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Contract
We are seeking a hands-on Databricks Data Engineer to support a major data transformation programme focused on automating reporting and dashboard solutions.
This is a delivery-focused role where you will work with structured and unstructured data to build and maintain scalable data pipelines within a modern cloud-based platform using Databricks medallion architecture.
You will collaborate closely with data architects and business stakeholders to develop high-quality, reliable data engineering solutions.
Data Pipeline Development
Design, build, and maintain data ingestion and transformation pipelines using DatabricksWork across both structured and unstructured data sourcesMedallion Architecture Implementation
Develop pipelines across Bronze, Silver, and Gold layersEnsure data is optimised for analytics and reportingData Integration & Processing
Deliver batch and streaming pipelines using Databricks, Spark, and Azure Data Factory (or similar tools)Stakeholder Collaboration
Work with architects and business stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable solutionsData Quality & Validation
Implement checks, validation rules, and monitoring to ensure data accuracyPerformance Optimisation
Improve pipeline performance, scalability, and cost-efficiencyGovernance & Standards
Follow data governance, lineage, and metadata best practicesTesting & Deployment
Support testing, release, and production deployment of solutionsDocumentation
Maintain clear and structured technical documentationContinuous Improvement
Stay up to date with modern data engineering practices and toolsEducation & Experience
Bachelor's degree in IT, Computer Science, or related field3-6 years' experience in data engineering or similar rolesTechnical Skills
Hands-on experience with Databricks and SparkExperience building ETL/ELT pipelines (ADF or similar tools)Strong database experience (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Oracle, Synapse)Exposure to cloud platforms (Azure preferred)Additional Knowledge
Understanding of BI tools such as Power BI or TableauExperience in financial services or regulated environments is beneficial
GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Read lessRole DetailsPayments Business Analyst / Senior Business Analyst - Type: 6 month rolling day rate contract - 425... Read more
Role Details
Payments Business Analyst / Senior Business Analyst -
Type: 6 month rolling day rate contract - 425 - 525 euros per day DOE
Location: Dublin (hybrid, 1-2 days onsite)
Summary
Join a high-impact payments programme working at the intersection of regulation, technology, and customer experience. You'll drive analysis across payments, fraud, and open banking, ensuring solutions are compliant, scalable, and delivery-ready.
Key Responsibilities
Own requirements gathering across payments and regulatory initiatives.Translate business and regulatory needs into clear user stories and specifications.Analyse current systems/processes and identify gaps and improvements.Work closely with architecture, engineering, and security teams on solution design.Support delivery through build, test, and implementation phases.Ensure full traceability of requirements aligned to compliance controls.Act as the bridge between business stakeholders and technical teams.Contribute to smooth rollout and transition to BAU.Requirements
Experience as a Business Analyst in payments or financial services.Strong knowledge of European payments and PSD2 / open banking.Background in payments processing, fraud, or authentication is a plus.Strong documentation, process mapping, and analysis skills.Comfortable working in agile or structured delivery environments.Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.Senior candidates should bring experience leading analysis on complex initiatives.What's on Offer
Work on cutting-edge payments and regulatory programmes.
Strong team culture with clear progression opportunities.
Exposure to large-scale, business-critical transformation work.
Rolling day rate contract that will go for some time.
Next Steps
Send your CV to [email protected] or call 019014378.
GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Read lessSaviynt Consultant (6-Month Contract)We're currently supporting a large international organisation on the appointment of a hands-on Saviynt Consultant... Read more
We're currently supporting a large international organisation on the appointment of a hands-on Saviynt Consultant to join a major security and identity programme on an initial 6-month daily rate contract.
This role will focus heavily on post-implementation application security and IAM optimisation within an existing Saviynt environment. The team is looking for someone technically strong who can contribute from day one, while also being comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders across the business.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-profile environment with strong long-term project scope, and there is genuine potential for extension beyond the initial contract period.
Key ResponsibilitiesSupport and enhance an existing Saviynt implementationWork closely with security, infrastructure, and application teamsAssist with application onboarding, access governance, and IAM optimisationTroubleshoot and resolve technical issues within the Saviynt platformEngage with senior stakeholders and provide technical guidance where neededContribute to ongoing security and identity transformation initiativesWhat We're Looking ForStrong hands-on experience with SaviyntAround 4-5 years' experience within IAM / Identity SecurityExperience working in post-implementation or BAU enhancement environmentsStrong technical troubleshooting and configuration capabilityAbility to communicate confidently with both technical and non-technical stakeholdersSomeone proactive, collaborative, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environmentContract DetailsInitial 6-month contractStrong likelihood of extensionHybrid role based in DublinCompetitive daily rate depending on experience levelIf you'd be interested in hearing more, feel free to apply or reach out to [email protected] for a confidential discussion.
GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Read lessLead DevOps EngineerRole OverviewWe are seeking an experienced DevOps and Platform Engineering Leader to drive the strategy, delivery,... Read more
Lead DevOps Engineer
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced DevOps and Platform Engineering Leader to drive the strategy, delivery, and operational excellence of a large-scale enterprise API and integration platform environment. This role combines technical leadership, people management, platform engineering, DevOps transformation, and stakeholder engagement within a highly collaborative enterprise setting.
The successful candidate will lead a team of approximately 10 DevOps and Platform Engineers while partnering closely with Product Owners, Engineering Leads, Enterprise Integration teams, and wider technology stakeholders to define and execute the API Platform roadmap.
This is a hands-on leadership role suited to someone with deep expertise in DevOps tooling, CI/CD automation, platform governance, developer enablement, cloud-native operations, and enterprise integration ecosystems.
Key Responsibilities
Define, plan, and execute the strategic roadmap for API Platform and Enablement capabilities. Ensure scalable, resilient, secure, and reusable platform solutions are delivered across enterprise integration environments.Design, implement, and optimise enterprise CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation frameworks.Oversee tooling and automation across:JenkinsAnsibleTerraformSonarQubeGitHub Enterprise / BitbucketJIRA Service Management automationsThe ideal candidate is a technically strong engineering leader who can balance strategic platform direction with hands-on technical guidance. They should be comfortable operating in complex enterprise environments, influencing senior stakeholders, and driving engineering transformation initiatives while ensuring operational stability and delivery excellence.
GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Read lessSenior AI Engineering Leader - Enterprise GenAI PlatformsA global enterprise organisation is building out its next-generation AI engineering... Read more
Senior AI Engineering Leader - Enterprise GenAI Platforms
A global enterprise organisation is building out its next-generation AI engineering capability and is seeking a senior leader to drive the strategy, architecture, and delivery of enterprise-scale GenAI platforms and applications.
This role sits within a central engineering enablement function focused on accelerating software delivery, modernising engineering practices, and embedding AI capabilities across large-scale technology teams.
The position will lead multiple engineering teams responsible for delivering scalable, secure, and production-grade GenAI solutions in a highly regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
* Define and lead the GenAI engineering roadmap and operating model
* Drive enterprise adoption of AI engineering standards and best practices
* Oversee development of LLM-powered applications and platforms
* Lead architecture and governance for RAG pipelines, agentic workflows, evaluation frameworks, and AI integration layers
* Ensure AI systems are scalable, observable, secure, and compliant
* Partner with Product, Security, Risk, Architecture, and Data teams to operationalise GenAI capabilities
* Lead organisational growth, hiring, team development, and engineering standards
Required Experience
* Proven leadership experience managing engineering organisations and technical strategy
* Strong experience deploying GenAI/LLM systems into production enterprise environments
* Expertise across AI engineering, distributed systems, APIs, microservices, and cloud-native architectures
* Strong understanding of AI governance, evaluation, monitoring, and controls
* Experience with modern engineering ecosystems including containers, DevSecOps, SQL/NoSQL databases, and event-driven systems
* Strong technical depth in languages such as Python, Go, or TypeScript
Ideal Background
Candidates are likely to come from applied AI engineering, AI platform engineering, ML infrastructure, or enterprise GenAI architecture environments rather than traditional pure data science or research backgrounds.
GCS is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Read lessRole DetailsProgramme Manager - National Purpose-Led OrganisationDuration: Fixed-term contract (3-year), full time Type: Salaried role (competitive package, dependent... Read more
Role Details
Programme Manager - National Purpose-Led Organisation
Duration: Fixed-term contract (3-year), full time
Type: Salaried role (competitive package, dependent on experience)
Location: Dublin city centre (hybrid working model)
On-site Requirement: 2 set days per week in office
Summary of Role
In this role, you will:
Lead organisation-wide transformation programmes with a strong focus on CRM delivery and optimisation.Own the business delivery of major CRM-led change initiatives, ensuring technology enables improved ways of working.Shape and execute large-scale transformation programmes spanning systems, processes, and operating models.Act as a senior delivery lead, aligning internal teams and external delivery partners around clear outcomes.Embed effective change and adoption practices to ensure CRM solutions deliver long-term value.Job Description
Responsibilities of the role:
Lead the end-to-end delivery of CRM-focused transformation programmes, from discovery and design through to implementation and post-go-live optimisation.Act as the primary business owner for CRM initiatives, ensuring solutions meet organisational needs and strategic priorities.Partner with senior leaders and operational teams to redesign processes enabled by CRM and related digital platforms.Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver system change, data migration, process redesign, and user adoption.Develop and manage programme plans, milestones, governance, and dependencies across CRM and wider transformation work.Identify and manage risks associated with CRM delivery, data quality, integration, and organisational readiness.Ensure robust change management, communications, and training are in place to support CRM adoption.Track benefits realisation and ensure CRM initiatives deliver measurable improvements in efficiency, insight, and service delivery.Experience and Skills Required
Experience delivering key Technology Change programmes as a Programme Manager or similar.Proven experience delivering CRM implementations, upgrades, or major CRM optimisation programmes or similar is a distinct advantage.Significant experience leading business transformation, organisational change, or enterprise-wide improvement initiatives.Demonstrated success delivering complex programmes in multi-stakeholder environments.Strong understanding of how CRM platforms support fundraising, services, case management, or customer engagement functions.Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at senior leadership level.Strong programme governance, planning, and delivery capability.A practical, outcomes-driven mindset with the confidence to lead through ambiguity.What's on Offer
An opportunity to lead high-impact CRM and transformation work within a mission-driven organisation making a meaningful national contribution. You'll work alongside committed, collaborative teams in a supportive and flexible environment.
Benefits include a strong annual leave allowance, flexible working arrangements, pension, healthcare supports, and ongoing learning and development opportunities.
Next Steps
If you'd like to explore this opportunity further, please submit your CV to Oisín Geoghegan at GCS Recruitment Specialists
📧 [email protected]
📞 01 901 4378
GCS is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
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