IT jobs and recruitment

News 16 Apr 2024
CISOs not yet convinced to invest in AI

CISOs say their eyes are fixed firmly on threats like ransomware and supply chain attacks, and while AI is becoming a threat that needs to be dealt with, it’s not yet an immediate spending priority Continue Reading
News 16 Apr 2024
NHS England scouts for national CCIO

The new national chief clinical informatics officer (CCIO) role comes with a salary offer of up to £146,000 and includes leading NHS England’s Transformation Directorates digital clinical informatics team Continue Reading

Definition 15 Apr 2024

recruitment management system (RMS)

A recruitment management system (RMS) is a set of tools designed to manage the employee recruiting and hiring process. It might be the most important core human resources (HR) system. Continue Reading
Feature 12 Apr 2024

Making hybrid working work

Out of all the many changes in business since the Covid pandemic, organisational stability has been among the most important, yet it is still generally understated. We look at what is happening in this key area Continue Reading
News 11 Apr 2024

AI skills gap blocking public sector take-up

A Salesforce report claims that a lack of skills in artificial intelligence is preventing effective take-up of generative AI to enhance frontline citizen services across the public sector Continue Reading
News 09 Apr 2024

TeamViewer launches initiative to bring women into sports tech

TeamViewer’s flagship SheSportTech initiative aims to encourage more women into sports technology, offering ‘inspiration, training grants and access to unique experiences’ Continue Reading
News 08 Apr 2024

Further extension to controversial Post Office contract with Fujitsu inevitable

Post Office is seeking software developers as it replaces the controversial Horizon system from Fujitsu with an in-house alternative Continue Reading
News 04 Apr 2024

IR35 reforms: Incoming legislative tweak could reignite contracting market, experts claim

A long-awaited tweak to the IR35 rules that will put a stop to HMRC over-collecting tax from non-compliant entities is great news for IT contractors, experts claim Continue Reading
News 03 Apr 2024

Women in Data: MoD’s first chief data officer on overcoming imposter syndrome

At the recent Women In Data event, Caroline Bellamy outlined why the defence sector needs diversity of thinking when tackling threats Continue Reading
News 28 Mar 2024

UK plc going backwards on cyber maturity, Cisco report claims

Fewer UK organisations believe their cyber security postures have reached a mature level than did so 12 months ago, as they struggle to keep up with new challenges and a fast-evolving threat landscape Continue Reading
News 26 Mar 2024

NHS SBS launches digital advisory framework

The Digital Health Advisory Services framework agreement aims to provide a way for health and care organisations to get help with digital transformation and skills Continue Reading
News 22 Mar 2024

Open Data Institute launches digital policy manifesto

The Open Data Institute has launched a policy manifesto ahead of the UK general election that outlines policies and issues it believes must be part of the political discussion around digital and data Continue Reading
News 22 Mar 2024

Everywoman announces 2024 Women in Tech Awards winners

Network for women in business, Everywoman, has announced the winners of this year’s technology awards, in partnership with Bupa Continue Reading
News 18 Mar 2024

Neos Networks beefs up C-suite to prep for new phase of accelerated growth

Following recent investments in its UK-wide high-capacity network, critical network infrastructure provider makes two C-level appointments aimed at making the company ready to embark on a new phase of accelerated growth Continue Reading
News 12 Mar 2024

Industry partnerships and data key to better public services

Using public-private partnerships and improving the use of data are key to improving public services and the government’s ‘science and technology superpower’ ambitions, says digital secretary Michelle Donelan Continue Reading
News 06 Mar 2024

Cash-strapped cyber pros go rogue on the dark web

Research conducted by CIISec has turned up worrying evidence of hard-up legitimate cyber professionals offering their services to the cyber criminal underground Continue Reading
Opinion 04 Mar 2024

Going up? Senior tech pay trends – and how to influence them

Salaries for CIOs and senior IT professionals have continued to grow despite tough economic conditions. What can you expect in 2024? Continue Reading
News 28 Feb 2024

Caroline Dinenage signs letter calling for angel law change

The MP has signed a letter calling for the government to reconsider recently changed laws making it harder for women to be angel investors Continue Reading
Feature 26 Feb 2024

Netherlands formulates vision to address risks of GenAI

There are numerous risks and challenges associated with generative AI – which is why the Dutch government has formulated a vision document for its responsible and safe use in the Netherlands Continue Reading
E-Zine 20 Feb 2024

Flying into cloud – EasyJet’s journey out of the datacentre to AI

In this week’s Computer Weekly, we find out how EasyJet fills an aircraft every 10 seconds while migrating to the cloud and introducing AI. There’s only 283 years to go until we have a diverse IT workforce – we find out why. And we examine how the UK anti-trust investigation into the cloud market could hit the big hyperscalers. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
News 19 Feb 2024

UK government launches tech talent campaign

The Department for Science, Innovation and Technology is encouraging people to sign up to digital skills bootcamps as government-funded research reveals huge demand for entry-level and junior tech talent Continue Reading
News 16 Feb 2024

Misunderstanding and underrepresentation blocking tech diversity

Research from the Institute of Coding has found UK adults don’t think tech represents the wider UK population, and are uncertain about the level of education needed for a tech job Continue Reading
News 13 Feb 2024

Lack of tech skills making hiring more competitive, says Morgan McKinley

A lack of skilled workers is forcing hiring managers to use salary and benefits such as flexibility to compete for talent, according to research from global recruiter Morgan McKinley Continue Reading
E-Zine 13 Feb 2024

Intelligent defence – the role of data in the military

In this week’s Computer Weekly, we examine the role of data in tying together military operations across ground, air, sea and cyber. Has SAP finally convinced customers to migrate to cloud ERP? We assess the trends. And we talk to the CIO helping to set up the UK’s fastest supercomputer. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
News 08 Feb 2024

CIO interview: Sandy Venugopal, SentinelOne

We speak to the former CIO of Uber and LinkedIn, current CIO of SentinelOne, about how artificial intelligence should be deployed in business Continue Reading
News 07 Feb 2024

BCS report shows lack of improvement in tech diversity

Research from BCS shows very slow progress when it comes to the number of women and people from under-represented groups in tech over the past five years Continue Reading
Feature 29 Jan 2024

7 talent acquisition strategies for better hiring in 2024

Learn some talent acquisition strategies for hiring in a still-challenging recruiting market, including promoting company initiatives and establishing an employer brand. Continue Reading
News 29 Jan 2024

Russian IT sector still under serious pressure

Russian IT sector faces challenges on multiple fronts as Western sanctions widen Continue Reading
News 29 Jan 2024

Proposed changes to investment thresholds highlights lack of funding diversity

The government is introducing a law to raise the income threshold for potential angel investors, potentially making it harder for people from underrepresented groups to fund startups Continue Reading
Blog Post 25 Jan 2024

Job losses may hinder enterprise AI success

A swathe of recent research shows many believe the rollout of artificial intelligence (AI) will result in job losses and industry disruption.In a new blog Kristalina Georgieva, managing director of ... Continue Reading
News 25 Jan 2024

Civil Service must embrace innovation, says Cabinet Office minister

John Glen sets out plans for Civil Service reform, highlighting a focus on technology and innovation, as he plans to ‘crack the productivity puzzle’ in government Continue Reading
E-Zine 23 Jan 2024

CW EMEA: Investing in the future

There is a lot of uncertainty in the world right now, and businesses might be forgiven for taking a cautious approach to their planning. But one thing is certain, and that is that oil-rich countries in the Middle East will continue to invest heavily in diversifying their economies. Continue Reading
Feature 23 Jan 2024

GenAI outlook: Expect industry disruption and job cuts

It’s early days for generative AI, but as the technology becomes more pervasive, the business services sector is likely to experience big changes Continue Reading
Feature 22 Jan 2024

The Loan Charge scandal explained: Everything you need to know

Tens of thousands of IT contractors have been saddled with life-changing tax bills as a result of a controversial, retroactive government policy – and the fall-out from its introduction has been likened to the Post Office IT scandal Continue Reading
News 18 Jan 2024

Gartner: The big IT outsourcing contract returns

Gartner’s latest spending forecast shows IT services is set to become the largest segment of IT spending in 2024 Continue Reading
News 17 Jan 2024

The Security Interviews: Rebecca Taylor, SecureWorks Counter Threat Unit

In October 2023, Rebecca Taylor of the SecureWorks Counter Threat Unit was recognised at the annual Security Serious Unsung Heroes Awards for her work. Computer Weekly caught up with her to talk mentoring, cyber career development and diversity Continue Reading
Opinion 17 Jan 2024

2024: The year Generative AI is let out of its cage

Instead of worrying about AI taking over their jobs perhaps people should wonder if their work will be taken over by a new starter who knows how to use AI. Continue Reading
News 15 Jan 2024

Santander bank added 4,500 tech staff last year

Santander added thousands of IT staff to its global operation last year, as part of its digital transformation Continue Reading
News 11 Jan 2024

Fujitsu UK employees working for HMRC to strike during self-assessment tax period over pay

Hundreds of Fujitsu UK staff working for HMRC are set to strike later this month over a pay rise dispute Continue Reading
News 29 Dec 2023

Top 10 women in tech and diversity in tech stories of 2023

As the year draws to a close, Computer Weekly looks over some of the notable stories relating to women in tech, diversity and inclusion throughout 2023 Continue Reading
News 28 Dec 2023

Top 10 technology and ethics stories of 2023

Here are Computer Weekly’s top 10 technology and ethics stories of 2023 Continue Reading
News 27 Dec 2023

Top 10 IT careers and skills stories of 2023

Looking back at the skills and hiring landscape in 2023, Computer Weekly shares the key moments for IT careers and skills over the past 12 months Continue Reading
News 22 Dec 2023

Top 10 Middle East stories of 2023

Middle Eastern countries are on digital journeys, with many pinning their futures on expertise in advanced technologies Continue Reading
News 21 Dec 2023

Immigration clampdown could worsen UK IT skills shortage

The UK government’s recent clampdown on immigration could exacerbate the IT skills shortage in the country, especially in web design and development Continue Reading
News 20 Dec 2023

Top 10 Benelux stories of 2023

The Benelux region is researching some of the latest digital technologies of the future with efforts to ensure the region keeps pace in quantum computing and artificial intelligence Continue Reading
News 14 Dec 2023

NCSC CEO Lindy Cameron to step down in 2024

NCSC chief exec Lindy Cameron, who helped lead and elevate the national dialogue on cyber security through major events such as Covid-19, SolarWinds Sunburst and Colonial Pipeline, is to step down in the New Year Continue Reading
Video 13 Dec 2023

Diversity in tech 2023: Bev White, Nash Squared

In this video from Computer Weekly’s annual diversity in tech event, in partnership with Nash Squared and sponsored by NatWest, Bev White, CEO of Nash Squared, talks about the challenges the tech sector faces when it comes to increasing diversity and inclusion. Continue Reading
Video 12 Dec 2023

Suki Fuller, most influential woman in UK tech 2023, winner’s speech

In this video from Computer Weekly’s annual diversity in tech event, in partnership with Nash Squared, Suki Fuller, gives her acceptance speech as the 2023 Most Influential Woman in UK Tech. Continue Reading
News 07 Dec 2023

Finnish IT industry talent fears amid government restrictions

Finnish businesses concerned over the immigration plans of the country’s right-wing government Continue Reading
News 04 Dec 2023

CTO interview: Greg Lavender, Intel

Computer Weekly caught up with Intel’s chief technology officer to find out the semiconductor giant’s plans for the European market Continue Reading
News 01 Dec 2023

Almost 60% of UK workers have had no digital skills training

Companies often complain of a lack of skilled workers, but many employees have also claimed they’ve not received any digital training, according to CV Genius Continue Reading
News 27 Nov 2023

India's Hexaware creates hundreds of jobs in UK

Hexaware opens IT services operation in Birmingham, with a plan to recruit 250 people in the region by 2025 Continue Reading
News 23 Nov 2023

Three-quarters of finance executives expect generative AI to replace them

Survey reveals an expectation that GenAI will take over many of the finance executive roles currently held by people Continue Reading
Definition 21 Nov 2023

boomerang employee

A boomerang employee is a person who leaves a company and returns to work for the same company in the future. Continue Reading
News 21 Nov 2023

Deputy prime minister heads up AI central government drive

The government has established a new initiative called i.AI in a bid to drive AI across the public sector to improve efficiency Continue Reading
News 21 Nov 2023

Government response to digital exclusion recommendations lacking, say Lords

The government’s response to a committee report that makes recommendations for addressing digital exclusion has been met with criticism from the House of Lords Continue Reading
News 20 Nov 2023

AI productivity gains could result in four-day weeks for millions

Autonomy think tank publishes paper on potential for artificial intelligence-driven large language models to shorten people’s work weeks Continue Reading
Feature 20 Nov 2023

Elected officials' lack of digital skills affects public services

A lack of digital skills and tech expertise among elected officials encourages government to contract out IT work instead of building up internal capacity, making the public sector increasingly reliant on outside knowledge to get things done Continue Reading
News 20 Nov 2023

Software engineers worry about speaking out

A culture of fear exists in many software teams, preventing individuals from raising concerns over problems Continue Reading
News 17 Nov 2023

US civil society groups demand better conditions for AI workers

Some 24 US civil society groups and unions and have written a letter to the US Senate asking for action to improve the working conditions of the people who train and maintain their artificial intelligence systems Continue Reading
Podcast 17 Nov 2023

Walmart’s enterprise software: A Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast

We speak to Walmart’s David Glick about the build/buy debate and how the retailer works with large language models Continue Reading
News 17 Nov 2023

Interview: Walmart’s David Glick discusses technology scale

We speak to Walmart’s head of enterprise business services about managing IT and technology innovation at the retailer Continue Reading
News 16 Nov 2023

Workato CEO calls for new automation mindset

Workato CEO Vijay Tella urges organisations to go beyond the ‘mechanistic glue’ of automating manual processes and embrace a new automation mindset that focuses on transforming their business Continue Reading
News 16 Nov 2023

Interview: Dan Huddart, CTO, Homeprotect

After building up experience in the insurance sector, Homeprotect’s chief technology officer sought the freedom to innovate being offered at the rapidly scaling company Continue Reading
Feature 14 Nov 2023

Are firms using mergers and acquisitions to inherit talent?

Getting the right tech skills is proving increasingly difficult for businesses, so some are resorting to combining companies to find the industry’s existing talent – but what are the pros and cons? Continue Reading
Opinion 13 Nov 2023

Why digital leaders should build their personal branding

Prioritising the development of personal branding can help your organisation attract talented people Continue Reading
Opinion 10 Nov 2023

As the jobs market evolves, maximise opportunities, mitigate AI risk

Heather Thomson, Director of Skills and Talent at The Data Lab urges society to keep calm and focus on the opportunities afforded by artificial intelligence Continue Reading
News 10 Nov 2023

APAC cyber security workforce hits record high

The cyber security workforce in Asia-Pacific now stands at just under a million people, but demand for cyber security talent in the region continues to outpace supply Continue Reading
Opinion 10 Nov 2023

How to manage the cultural and operational impact of AI

Organisations will need to address workplace fears of potential job losses, manage change and improve their talent mix to drive success in AI adoption Continue Reading
News 09 Nov 2023

UK government does not see need for specific AI legislation

The UK government does not currently see the need for new artificial intelligence legislation, as many regulators are already dealing effectively with AI-related harms Continue Reading
News 09 Nov 2023

The Security Interviews: Why cyber needs to integrate better

Cyber security is an intensely technical field, but we shouldn’t ignore the soft skills of communication and collaboration. Wipro’s Tony Buffomante explains why a robust security posture is dependent on a security team engaging with the wider organisation Continue Reading
E-Zine 09 Nov 2023

Heineken lets the data flow

In this month’s CW EMEA ezine, we find out about Heineken’s mission to make the most out of the data it holds through an enterprise-wide data ecosystem. We also look at how the UK has turned its back on the German government-funded Gaia-X data platform, why cyber experts are urging the EU to rethink vulnerability disclosure plans, and how the IT industry is responding to the software developer skills shortfall. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
News 08 Nov 2023

The Security Interviews: ISC2’s Clar Rosso on cyber diversity and policy

Computer Weekly catches up with ISC2 CEO Clar Rosso to talk about diversifying the cyber workforce and supporting cyber pros as they keep up with growing compliance and security policy demands Continue Reading
News 02 Nov 2023

Tech employers claim Gen Z lack core technical skills

Research by Wiley Edge has found that almost half of businesses offering tech roles claim that candidates lack the skills needed for the job Continue Reading
News 01 Nov 2023

Cloud banking fintech unicorn cuts 50 staff

UK fintech unicorn reduces its total staff by about 7% with sales and marketing roles taking the biggest hit. Continue Reading
News 01 Nov 2023

Government announces millions to fund AI skills

Funding has been allocated to ensure the UK grows its understanding of artificial intelligence and develops an AI talent base to help properly utilise the technology in the future Continue Reading
News 01 Nov 2023

Darktrace CEO Poppy Gustafsson on her AI Safety Summit goals

As the AI Safety Summit at Bletchley Park takes place, Computer Weekly caught up with Darktrace CEO Poppy Gustafsson to find out what one of the UK’s most prominent AI advocates wants from proceedings Continue Reading
Opinion 30 Oct 2023

We mustn’t let the return to offices kill the growth of women in tech

How can tech employers continue to attract women to tech jobs as more companies require employees to work from the office? Continue Reading
News 30 Oct 2023

FDM Group partners with ISACA to boost cyber training programme

The FDM Group has announced a partnership with ISACA to help develop and boost their cyber training programmes and credentials Continue Reading
News 30 Oct 2023

More office days leads to fewer women, says Nash Squared

A lack of flexibility could be standing in the way of a more diverse tech workforce, according to Nash Squared Continue Reading
News 26 Oct 2023

Sunak sets scene for upcoming AI Safety Summit

Prime minister Rishi Sunak has outlined how the UK will approach making AI safe, but experts say there is still too big a focus on catastrophic but speculative risks over real harms the technology is already causing Continue Reading
Podcast 25 Oct 2023

Learning from Google: A Computer Weekly Downtime Upload podcast

We speak to the CEO of Glean about learning on the job and artificial intelligence democratisation Continue Reading
News 25 Oct 2023

UK IT professionals express concerns about government’s generative AI goals

Research reveals 93% of UK IT professionals are concerned by the government’s current plan to become a global leader in artificial intelligence because of lack of training and risk assessment Continue Reading
News 20 Oct 2023

Computer Weekly contributor named Godfather of UK Security

Advent IM founder Mike Gillespie was among those honoured at the eighth annual Security Serious Unsung Heroes Awards Continue Reading
E-Zine 17 Oct 2023

The Most Influential Women in UK Technology 2023

In this week’s Computer Weekly, we announce this year’s list of the 50 most influential women in UK technology. We talk to Suki Fuller, who topped the list, about her journey in IT and the importance of diversity and inclusion. And we meet our rising stars – the women on a trajectory to influence the UK tech community. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
News 17 Oct 2023

UK Apple Store workers detail ‘union-busting’ tactics

Apple Store workers in the UK are attempting to unionise, but say they are facing pushback from the company, which is allegedly deploying a variety of “union-busting” tactics Continue Reading
News 11 Oct 2023

How Agatha Christie inspired this year’s Most Influential Woman in UK Tech

From crime dramas to intelligence, this year’s Most Influential Woman in UK Tech, Suki Fuller, talks about her path into the tech sector and the ever-changing nature of the digital world Continue Reading
News 11 Oct 2023

Computer Weekly’s Women in UK Tech Rising Stars 2023

Each year, Computer Weekly selects a number of Rising Stars in the women in tech sector who are making waves in the women, diversity and inclusion in tech space and may find themselves on the top 50 list in the future Continue Reading
News 11 Oct 2023

Computer Weekly announces the Most Influential Women in UK Tech 2023

Computer Weekly has revealed who is on the 2023 list of the 50 Most Influential Women in UK Tech, including this year’s winner, Suki Fuller Continue Reading
Opinion 10 Oct 2023

How to move from tech leader to the boardroom

Five tips to help technology leaders secure a seat on the board Continue Reading
News 04 Oct 2023

ICO issues guidance on workplace surveillance

Guidance on employee monitoring covers how employers can conduct their digital surveillance lawfully, transparently and fairly, and warns against businesses intruding on their workers’ private lives Continue Reading
Feature 03 Oct 2023

AI interview: Gavin Mueller, media studies professor

Author Gavin Mueller speaks to Computer Weekly about the history of resistance to automation, and why Luddite perspectives and practices are useful in pushing for more equitable digital futures Continue Reading
News 03 Oct 2023

Public sector needs systemic reform of capacity to innovate

Improving the public sector’s capacity to innovate requires a culture of innovation underpinned by people, skills and new ways of working with the private sector Continue Reading
News 03 Oct 2023

CIISec scores DSIT funding to expand successful CyberEPQ scheme

DSIT has committed to enhanced funding to expand CIISec’s CyberEPQ education programme after recording excellent results to date Continue Reading
News 29 Sep 2023

Government to hire 2,500 people for digital roles by 2025

Government is aiming to ramp up digital skills in Whitehall with a promise to recruit 2,500 new tech and digital roles through apprenticeships and talent programmes Continue Reading
News 28 Sep 2023

US lawmakers write to AI firms about ‘gruelling’ work conditions

Lawmakers have written to nine tech companies – including Amazon, Google and Microsoft – about the working conditions of those they employ to train and maintain their artificial intelligence systems, giving them until 11 October 2023 to respond Continue Reading
News 25 Sep 2023

Care responsibilities excluding women from tech, says TTC

A lack of flexibility at work is causing many women to leave their jobs, or leave the sector entirely, according to research by Tech Talent Charter Continue Reading
News 25 Sep 2023

Visa to fund AI scholarships for underrepresented students in government scheme

Payments giant supports UK scheme to increase diversity in the data and artificial intelligence sector through funding Continue Reading
News 22 Sep 2023

Annual Security Serious Awards nominations announced

Annual Security Serious Awards will recognise the professionals and organisations doing the most to safeguard and advance cyber security, as well as those committed to diversity and mental health in the industry Continue Reading
News 15 Sep 2023

UK space sector needs more people with AI skills, according to survey

Space sector survey shows machine learning and artificial intelligence skills are highly sought after, as the industry struggles to recruit and retain people with the necessary talent Continue Reading
News 14 Sep 2023

More than 60% of firms have lost diverse tech talent

Focusing on recruiting diverse tech talent can be hard, but firms are finding that keeping the talent they already have can be an even harder task Continue Reading
News 14 Sep 2023

Government appoints Dave Smith as UK national tech adviser

The former Rolls-Royce technology director will take over the role of UK national technology adviser, following government recruitment campaign for the role in the wake of former tech adviser Patrick Vallance’s departure Continue Reading