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Senior Director, Partner Network, Global Network (Hybrid)

Full time, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Spain, Italy, or Poland

This role will ultimately manage Global Networks' partner relationships. The incumbent reports to the Senior Vice President of Global Networks and develops alignment with partner markets to meet contractual obligations.

In this role, you will be accountable for partner contracting, i.e., renewals, fee methodology, and financials, as well as the partner champion for BCD sales acquisition activities. You will focus on business reviews and communications with Partners to ensure clear alignment on BCD's vision and direction.

You will drive awareness of BCD tools and technology as well as Security/Compliance requirement.

As a Senior Director, Partner Management, Global Network, you will

• Develop and contribute to the strategic plans for the Global Network and gain support across the business for their successful adoption
• Represent BCD’s and its partners’ interests, fostering strong value propositions and ROI for both BCD and its partners, as well as strategic direction for innovation aligned to BCD's products and services (fit for purpose), which is driven by customer expectations
• Establish and communicate the key targets (annually) to effectively deliver the agreed Global Network strategy (e.g. introduction of new IT, new sales development, etc.)
• Create and capitalize on new income stream opportunities (e.g., partner fee models, new supplier deals, product sales to partners for use with local non-BCD clients, etc.).
• Be an ambassador for global initiatives, driving support and compliance (e.g., Business Continuity Plans, IT Security, etc.) 
• Be a key intermediary between BCD-owned / specialist functions and partners
• Manage the performance of direct reports and down-line employees

About you

• Degree (or equivalent experience) in a Business/Financial/Language/Cultural studies discipline
• Extensive experience in a global corporate travel agency
• Experience of multi-national sales, vendor relationships, if possible, combined with agency experience in operations and technology  
• Direct involvement with worldwide travel networks and can demonstrate successful global consolidation across procurement and sales
• Adept at conducting business in multi-cultural and multi-faceted domains and achieving win/win outcomes for all parties
• Excellent communication skills, sensitive to the particular global audience (written, presentations, public speaking)
• Willing and flexible to travel regularly, both short and long-haul, sometimes with limited notice to fulfill role requirements

About us
We’re a market leader in travel management: We help people and companies travel smart and achieve more, and our clients include some of the world’s best-known and most innovative business and consumer brands. We operate in more than 100 countries, and the majority of our 10,000+ people work virtually (because a 10-second commute usually makes awesome sense). We’re committed to sustainability and to driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Learn more about BCD Travel .

Your life at BCD

Working at BCD means connecting, collaborating and celebrating. You’ll be part of a virtual, dynamic and flexible work environment that fosters a good work-life balance so you can focus on what makes you happy. But don’t just take our word for it! Hear why people join BCD and more about the great perks of Life at BCD .

You’ll be offered

• Flexible working hours and work-from-home or remote opportunities
• Opportunities to grow your skillset and career
• Generous vacation days so you can rest and recharge
• A compensation package that feels fair to you, including mental, physical, and financial wellbeing tools
• Travel industry professional perks and discounts
• An inclusive work environment where diversity is celebrated

Ready to join the journey? Apply now !

We’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. If you’re excited about a role, but your experience doesn’t align perfectly, we still encourage you to apply.

We are committed to providing reasonable and necessary accommodations to ensure all employees can perform their roles effectively. For accommodation requests or further information, contact our Talent Acquisition department at

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• Monitor and analyze 5G network performance metrics, including throughput, latency, call drop rates, and signal strength.
• Identify performance issues and degradations across the network and conduct root cause analysis.
• Develop and implement optimization strategies and configuration changes to improve network efficiency and capacity.
• Utilize network monitoring tools and performance analysis software to generate detailed reports.
• Collaborate with network operations and planning teams to address performance concerns and implement upgrades.
• Perform field testing and drive testing to validate network performance in real-world conditions.
• Stay updated on the latest 5G technologies, standards, and industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex network performance problems.
• Document network configurations, performance benchmarks, and optimization procedures.
• Provide technical expertise and support for network design and deployment phases.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of network performance monitoring and reporting systems.
• Work closely with vendors to resolve technical issues and evaluate new equipment.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in mobile network performance analysis and optimization.
• In-depth knowledge of 4G/LTE and 5G NR radio access network (RAN) technologies.
• Experience with network performance monitoring tools (e.g., TEMS, Nemo, WindCatcher) and data analysis software.
• Familiarity with network protocols and signaling (e.g., SIP, Diameter, GTP).
• Strong understanding of RF principles and propagation.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to interpret complex technical data and translate it into actionable insights.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Shell) for automation is a plus.
• Relevant industry certifications (e.g., CCNA, CCNP, vendor-specific) are advantageous.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the UK.

• Monitor and analyze 5G network performance metrics (throughput, latency, reliability).
• Identify network performance issues and bottlenecks in RAN, Core, and Transport.
• Develop and maintain performance dashboards and reports.
• Recommend and implement network optimization strategies.
• Collaborate with network engineers and operations teams on performance improvements.
• Conduct deep-dive analysis of network data to identify root causes of problems.
• Support the planning and deployment of new 5G features and services.
• Utilize network performance monitoring tools and techniques.
• Troubleshoot complex network performance issues.
• Stay abreast of latest 5G technologies and industry trends.
• Contribute to capacity planning and network evolution strategies.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Telecommunications Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Significant experience (5+ years) in mobile network performance analysis, specifically with 5G.
• In-depth knowledge of 5G NR, NSA/SA architecture, RAN, and Core network elements.
• Proficiency with network performance monitoring tools (e.g., TEMS, Nemo, Scala, Actix).
• Strong data analysis skills and experience with scripting languages (Python, R) for automation.
• Experience with drive testing and post-processing tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid team environment.
• Understanding of QoS and QoE principles in mobile networks.

• Monitor, analyze, and report on telecommunications network performance KPIs.
• Identify and troubleshoot network degradations and performance bottlenecks.
• Develop and implement strategies for network optimization and capacity planning.
• Conduct root cause analysis for network issues and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with network operations and design teams to implement improvements.
• Develop and maintain automated performance reporting and alarming systems.
• Lead and mentor junior performance engineers.
• Stay current with emerging network technologies and performance best practices.
• Provide technical expertise on network performance to cross-functional teams.

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in telecommunications network performance analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of mobile (4G/5G) and fixed-line network technologies.
• Proficiency with network performance monitoring tools and techniques.
• Strong data analysis and troubleshooting skills.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Perl) for automation.
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage tasks effectively in a remote environment.

• Strong background in network and infrastructure security.
• Experience performing penetration testing, configuration reviews, and API testing.
• Knowledge of “classic” CHECK-style testing methodologies.
• CREST, CSTL or CTL certification (Team Member or Team Leader level).
• Ability to deliver high-quality reports and communicate technical findings clearly.
• Hands-on experience across infrastructure, networking, and external testing.

• Experience working within CHECK or other accredited testing schemes.
• Strong understanding of secure network architecture and hardening practices.
• Previous consultancy or project-based testing experience.

• Outside IR35
• West London (on-site presence required for majority of testing)
• 0-hours contract – project-based work, phase by phase
• Initial phase focused on network testing, with further phases planned into next year
• Day Rate: Competitive
• Start: ASAP
• 1-Stage Interview Process with consultancy SME
  

Network Security Engineer (SOC)

Job Description

Please note this role will require candidates to gain DV Clearance.

An exciting opportunity for a passionate Network Security Engineer to join a unique, multi-national Information Management function. Ideal candidates should be committed to protecting critical systems and ensuring the integrity and security of the network infrastructure.

The opportunity:

Join a forward thinking team as a Network Security Engineer, where you will play a key role in safeguarding our clients’ organisations’ network infrastructure as part of the 24x7 Internal Security Response (ISR) team.

When not involved in incident response and triage activity with the SOC team, you will be responsible for designing, implementing and maintaining robust security solutions to protect against evolving threats. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, you will work on implementing changes securely, identifying vulnerabilities, managing security incidents and ensuring compliance with industry best practices.

The role will be involved in the optimisation of network security tools to remediate “purple team” highlighted areas identified for improvement. You will also have the opportunity to immerse your time into the standardisation of network tools.

This is a dynamic opportunity to contribute to security initiatives, solve complex challenges, and have a direct impact on the overall resilience of the IT environment.

What we're looking for from you:

ESSENTIALS

• Solid understanding of networking principles (TCP/IP, DNS, routing, switching, VLANS and load balancing)
• Strong expertise in configuring, maintaining and troubleshooting firewalls e.g. Cisco, Checkpoint, Palo Alto.
• Demonstrable hands-on experience in next-gen firewalls and advancing security features like IPS/IDS, SSL decryption and deep packet inspection.
• Proven experience in managing secure proxy solutions (e.g. Bluecoat, F5) and the ability to implement policies for content filtering, SSL inspection and network traffic monitoring.
• In depth knowledge of security protocols such as IPSec, SSL / TLS, VPNs and two factor authentication.
• Understanding of network architectures and security zones (DMZ, internal networks).
• Proficient in monitoring technologies e.g. PRTG, Nagios.

DESIRABLES

• Understanding of cyber security capabilities and their integrations to networks infrastructure.
• Existing knowledge of / aptitude to learn Darktrace Antigena and Respond, Splunk ES or Log Rhythm tools.
• Strong ability to interpret complex information via use of packet capture in order to identify malicious traffic in detail, revealing attacker behaviours like C2, exploitation, lateral movement, or data exfiltration.
• Proven ability to review SOC alerting in collaboration with SOC analysts to effectively triage and manage Tier 1 SOC alerts to the appropriate outcome.
• Experience with LDAP, and application traffic flow root cause analysis.
• Previous experience to identify root cause from (TBC for review – Demonstrable understanding of the OSI Reference Model and the network communication protocols, including but not limited to DNS, HTTP/S, SSL, SMTP, FTP/S, LDAP/S. Demonstrable experience with Security Information Event Monitoring Tools and/or Network Packet Capture tools).

Overview

Position - Network Security Engineer (SOC) – Permanent

Location – Stevenage (Onsite Shift work)

Salary - £50k (Plus £2k bonus and shift allowance)

Keywords: Network Security Engineer, SOC, Security Operations Center, Firewalls, Incident Response, Security Incidents, Networking Principles, Virtual Private Networks, Security Protocols, Vulnerabilities, Threats.

Only apply for this role if you currently hold the specific Government Security Clearance or are eligible for Government Security Clearance.

Due to the nature of work undertaken at our client's site, incumbents of these positions are required to meet special nationality rules and therefore these vacancies are only open to sole British Citizens. Applicants who meet this criteria will also be required to undergo security clearance vetting, if not already security cleared to a minimum SC level.

Electus Recruitment Solutions provides specialist engineering and technical recruitment solutions to a number of high technology industries. We thank you for your interest in this vacancy. If you don't hear from us within 7 working days please presume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. You are of course free to resubmit your CV/details in the future and we shall assess your suitability at that time.

This is a Permanent Role

• Design, implement, and manage network security solutions, including firewalls, VPNs, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDPS), and access control mechanisms.
• Monitor network traffic and security alerts, investigating and responding to security incidents in a timely and effective manner.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
• Develop and enforce security policies, standards, and procedures to ensure a secure network environment.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest cybersecurity threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies.
• Collaborate with IT teams to ensure security best practices are integrated into all network infrastructure projects.
• Provide technical expertise and support for network security-related issues.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training to employees.
• Manage security hardware and software, ensuring they are up-to-date and properly configured.
• Maintain accurate documentation of network security configurations, policies, and procedures.

• Design, implement, and manage network security solutions, including firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS systems, and access control mechanisms.
• Monitor network traffic for security breaches and anomalous activity, conducting investigations and providing rapid response to incidents.
• Develop and enforce security policies, procedures, and best practices across the network.
• Conduct regular vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
• Stay abreast of the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies, recommending and implementing proactive security enhancements.
• Collaborate with IT and engineering teams to integrate security considerations into network design and deployment.
• Manage security-related incidents, including incident response, forensic analysis, and post-incident reporting.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR).
• Configure and maintain network security hardware and software, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training to relevant personnel.
• Contribute to capacity planning and network architecture decisions from a security perspective.
• Automate security processes where possible to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Cybersecurity, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in network security engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols, and network architectures.
• Proficiency with various firewall platforms (e.g., Cisco ASA, Palo Alto, Fortinet) and security technologies.
• Experience with intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS).
• Familiarity with SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) solutions.
• Strong understanding of encryption technologies and protocols.
• Relevant security certifications such as CISSP, CCSP, CCNP Security, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal.