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Salary: £119,600 - 127,400 per year
Requirements: We require 5 years experience working with enterprise middleware technologies, including several of: IBM WebSphere, IBM MQ, Apache Tomcat, WebLogic, NGINX, and Node.js.We require a strong background in middleware security and secure configuration management.We require experience working with CIS Benchmarks.We require previous experience leading technical teams.We require strong stakeholder management and communication skills.We require the ability to translate technical concepts into business-focused outcomes.CISSP or an equivalent security certification is desirable.Experience within large-scale enterprise environments is desirable. Responsibilities: We define and maintain secure configuration standards across middleware technologies including WebSphere, IBM MQ, Apache Tomcat, WebLogic, NGINX, and Node.js.We drive middleware security compliance and remediation activities.We develop platform strategy, roadmaps, and improvement plans.We manage and prioritise platform backlogs based on business value and risk.We monitor platform health, performance, and compliance metrics.We collaborate with architecture, security, and technology teams to support ongoing platform evolution.We provide technical leadership and guidance to stakeholders across the organisation. Technologies: IBMIBM WebSphereSupportNginxSecurityTomcatWebsphereNodeJS More:
We are recruiting for a Head of Middleware Platform based in Sheffield, with 3 days onsite per week, on an Inside IR35 day rate of £465.00 - £495.00. This is an excellent opportunity for a middleware leader to shape platform strategy, improve security posture, and drive operational excellence across a critical technology estate.
last updated 37 week of 2026