Average Information Technology salary in Leeds

Are you a qualified Design and Technology teacher looking to take the next step in your academic career? We have a fantastic long term opportunity starting for an immediate start at one of our highly regarded secondary schools in Pontefract. The role will involve teaching Design and Technology across KS3 and KS4, inspiring the next generation and helping them reach their full potential.To be successful in your role as a Design and Technology teacher you must be able to display a good understanding of the curriculum and create a safe and positive learning environment. You will be responsible for monitoring the progress and development of the students, as well as preparing them for any upcoming exams.As a design and technology teacher you will be need to plan and prepare high quality lessons that will keep the students engaged, along with collaborating with other members of the department by sharing ideas on how to further develop the curriculum.Why work for Academics as a Design and Technology teacher?Academics are a well-established agency specialising in day to day, long term and permanent roles. We have a team of experienced consultants that can take your career to the next level. We also offer fantastic weekly pay through PAYE, where you will be paid to scale from day one!Requirements for the Design and Technology teacher role:Must have valid right to work in the UK.Hold a degree related to design and technology, along with qualified teacher status (QTS)An enhanced DBS on the update service.Be able to adapt quickly to a new school environmentIf the role of a Design and Technology teacher sound like the perfect next step in your career, please apply today!

Information Security AnalystRole Title: Information Security Analyst Reports to: Head of Information Security Location: Hub Location - Reading, Birmingham, Leeds, Glasgow or Bristol Hours of work: 35 hours per week Job OverviewWe are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Information Security Analyst specializing in Microsoft Cloud Security to join our growing Information Security team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Cloud security, specifically within Microsoft Azure, and will be responsible for responding to security alerts and remediation to ensure our environment is always secure. Key Responsibilities Respond to security alerts generated by the 3rd party managed SOC and the security tools in the Cloud environment (Defender and Sentinel)Investigate security breaches and other cyber security incidentsHandle tickets that have been escalated from the Service Desk in a timely manner i.e. forensic requests, subject access requestsPriorities vulnerabilities and work with relevant area of business to address a fixRespond to Audit and Pen Test actions, laying out a clear plan to address remediations.Report on alerts and vulnerabilities raised and closed on a regular basis for managementProactively work through secure score for Azure and M365 to improve security posture.Educating staff about security procedures and best practices to minimize risk of breach.Continuous Improvement: Stay current with latest Azure technologies, trends, and best practices, and continuously improve security processes and solutions. Qualifications and Skills Experience: Minimum 2 years of experience as a Information Security Analyst with a focus on Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Office 365, Defender for Identity, Defender for Cloud and Azure SentinelCertifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals, Security Compliance and Identity, CompTIA Security+, CISSP.Strong network skills, TCP/IP, LAN/WAN VPNS and network protocolsIncident response, ability to manage and respond to security breaches or incidents effectively.Solid understanding of Zero Trust Desirable experience in Financial Services industry Soft Skills: Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, communication skills, and continuous learning, staying up to date with the latest security trends, threats and technologies. If you are passionate about Information Security and eager to make an impact in a forward-thinking company, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity as an Information Security Analyst.

Category Manager - Technology ProcurementLeeds (Hybrid working - 3 days on site)Alexander Lloyd are delighted to be partnering with a highly desirable, globally recognised brand in the media/sports space.About the RoleTake ownership of strategic sourcing across a complex and fast-moving technology estate. This role sits at the heart of a modern digital organisation, partnering closely with Technology, Product, Finance and Legal teams to enable scale, innovation and value.You'll lead technology procurement strategy across a diverse portfolio including cloud, SaaS, infrastructure, cybersecurity, broadcast/streaming platforms and emerging technologies such as AI. This role is about commercial leadership, supplier partnerships and enabling business success.Role Responsibilities:Set and deliver category strategies across a broad technology portfolio, ensuring commercial alignment with business objectivesLead complex sourcing and procurement activities, from market engagement and RFPs through to contract negotiation and awardEstablish and maintain strong, value-driven relationships with strategic technology suppliersUse spend and performance data to identify optimisation opportunities and improve return on investmentWork in close partnership with Technology, Product, Finance and Legal teams to understand requirements and support delivery at paceImprove procurement effectiveness through better tools, processes and governanceMonitor technology market developments and supplier innovation to inform sourcing decisionsSupport the sourcing and adoption of emerging technologies, including AI solutions, in a responsible and commercially sound wayExperience:Proven experience in technology procurement, sourcing or category managementDemonstrable success negotiating commercial agreements across technology suppliersComfortable working across categories such as cloud, SaaS, infrastructure or digital platformsStrong analytical capability with the ability to translate data into practical recommendationsConfident communicator with the credibility to influence stakeholders across multiple functionsHighly organised, proactive and able to manage concurrent initiatives effectivelyA genuine interest in technology and how it enables business growth and innovationPlease quote 52312 when calling Phill Stagg at Alexander Lloyd or email them at