IT jobs and recruitment
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E-Zine
20 Aug 2024
CW APAC – Tech career guide: Software development
A software developer’s job typically involves working through the stages of the development lifecycle, from planning, designing, coding and testing to the ongoing maintenance of applications. In this handbook, Computer Weekly looks at what it takes to land a career and thrive in the fast-moving world of software development. Continue Reading
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Feature
08 Jul 2024
APAC career guide on software development
In this career guide, we look at what it takes to land a career and thrive in the fast-moving world of software development Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
04 Jun 2021
IR35 reforms: Qdos research suggests room for improvement
The IR35 reforms came into force in April 2021, but research from contracting authority Qdos suggests some end-client organisation's compliance strategies require urgent improvement Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
04 Jun 2021
Amazon launches apprenticeship fund for small businesses
The £2.5m Amazon Apprenticeship Fund will be aimed at helping small businesses use the government’s levy transfer scheme to access talent Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
01 Jun 2021
Government on the hunt for Advanced Research and Invention Agency CEO
First CEO of the high-risk, high-reward research agency will be in charge of shaping the research, culture and setup of the organisation and define its strategy to identify and fund ground-breaking science and technology Continue Reading
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News
27 May 2021
Uber signs collective bargaining agreement with GMB
Uber and GMB sign “landmark” collective bargaining agreement with no ability to negotiate on earnings, attracting criticism from smaller unions that it lacks teeth Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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E-Zine
27 May 2021
CW Nordics: Denmark takes a top-down approach to gender equality in tech entrepreneurship
Tech Nordic Advocates has adopted a new approach to closing the gender gap in Danish technology startups, looking to emulate Canada’s top-down approach. Also in this issue, find out the state of play with the adoption of open banking in Europe. Continue Reading
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News
25 May 2021
DBS to fill tech roles at women-focused careers fair
DBS Bank is looking for more women to fill over 140 openings in engineering roles in a bid to improve gender diversity among its ranks Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
24 May 2021
Government pumps £166.5m into green technology
The government funding will be awarded to innovators, businesses and academics across the UK to develop technologies in carbon capture, greenhouse gas removal and hydrogen Continue Reading
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News
24 May 2021
IR35: MPs urged to back ‘curb or kill’ umbrella company-focused Finance Bill amendments
Two amendments to the incoming Finance Bill that have the potential to ban the use of umbrella companies are being voted on by MPs in the House of Commons today Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
20 May 2021
Credit Suisse to recruit more than 1,000 tech staff in India
Credit Suisse is hiring more IT professionals in India to supports its plan to develop a global tech hub Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
19 May 2021
India’s HCL to hire 1,000 tech professionals in the UK
Indian IT suppliers set to create thousands of IT jobs in the UK, which supports their intention to have more staff based closer to customers Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
17 May 2021
NCSC study to probe disability and neurodiversity in cyber
National Cyber Security Centre and KPMG have launched a new diversity study aiming to capture benchmarks on disability and neurodiversity in cyber Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
14 May 2021
Amazon to create 10,000 new UK jobs in 2021 across online retail and cloud computing divisions
Online retail giant goes public with plans to create 10,000 new jobs in UK and embark on a retraining plan for existing staff who may want to pursue employment opportunities outside the company later down the line Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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Opinion
14 May 2021
Digital bootcamp initiative could kickstart new thinking about technology skills
The government’s digital bootcamps initiative could help begin to shift the way we think about the roles of technology professionals Continue Reading
By- Bev White, Nash Squared
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News
12 May 2021
How a cloud engineer at DBS Bank charted his career
A cloud engineering leader at DBS Bank offers a glimpse into the tasks and challenges of a cloud professional and how his team is organised to support the bank’s public and private cloud infrastructure Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
11 May 2021
Collaboration key to success of UK’s Cyber Security Council
The founders of the UK’s Cyber Security Council have been setting out their plans to professionalise the cyber sector at the NCSC’s CyberUK 2021 event Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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E-Zine
11 May 2021
Chip supply shortages are hitting hard
In this week’s Computer Weekly, a shortage of semiconductors is affecting industries beyond just IT – we examine the implications. We talk to the CIO of pharmacy chain Boots about how tech helped in being an essential retailer during lockdown. And we look at the prospects for young people entering the IT sector post-pandemic. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
10 May 2021
HMRC facing calls to do more to tackle mini umbrella fraud in wake of BBC investigation
Contracting stakeholders are calling on HMRC to take more ‘visible action’ against mini umbrella companies, after a BBC Radio 4 File on 4 report claimed the UK is losing ‘hundreds of millions’ in tax each year through these firms Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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Feature
10 May 2021
APAC career guide on cloud computing
Besides having engineering chops and certifications, aspiring cloud professionals should have curiosity and soft skills to succeed in the evolving cloud computing landscape Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
05 May 2021
Interview: ONS data science chief Tom Smith on government data capability
The managing director of the Office of National Statistics’ Data Science Campus, Tom Smith, describes the organisation’s data capability building activities for and across government Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Senior Analyst, Business Applications
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News
05 May 2021
Delivering international talent to Helsinki’s tech ecosystem
Finland’s capital is the envy of the world as a tech hub, but it still faces challenges in attracting skills in a highly competitive global market Continue Reading
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News
04 May 2021
Infosys to create 1,000 tech jobs in UK
Infosys joins TCS in announcing the creation of UK IT jobs as India and the UK negotiate a future trading relationship Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
30 Apr 2021
Simon Bolton named as NHS Digital interim CEO
Following the announcement of Sarah Wilkinson’s departure as CEO of NHS Digital, the organisation has appointed NHS Test and Trace CIO Simon Bolton as interim CEO Continue Reading
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News
29 Apr 2021
Northern Ireland pilots security training plan for 16-25s
Pilot scheme in Northern Ireland aims to widen access to cyber security careers Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
29 Apr 2021
UK demand for digital automation skills soars
The need for automation proficiency has more than doubled in the past two years, according to research Continue Reading
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News
28 Apr 2021
Recruiters can’t afford to hold out for cyber ‘unicorns’
The perfect security candidate is hard to find, so hiring policy needs to be more pragmatic Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
28 Apr 2021
CIO interview: Chris Porter, VP talent acquisition and matching, BP
With the help of digital technologies and recruitment of data-savvy talent, BP is aiming to become a net-zero business by 2050 Continue Reading
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News
23 Apr 2021
London mayoral candidates debate tech
The four mayoral candidates have set out their plans for the tech sector, including creating skills academies, harnessing kinetic energy, creating a London passport and setting up new tech hubs, but Tech London Advocates founder Russ Shaw says they all missed the mark Continue Reading
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Opinion
20 Apr 2021
London needs a mayor of growth
Here East’s CEO Gavin Poole on why the next mayor must ensure London remains the tech capital of Europe, and the importance of learning from the past Continue Reading
By- Gavin Poole
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News
20 Apr 2021
Transatlantic relationship strengthens Sweden’s startup sustainability
Nordic startup network is taking lessons from Canada in getting women into the IT industry Continue Reading
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News
19 Apr 2021
BBC appoints new digital and technology leaders
BBC splits former chief technology and product officer role into two, with Just Eat executive Storm Fagan to join in September Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
16 Apr 2021
London tech manifesto calls on next mayor to support tech industry
The London tech manifesto, put together by several tech organisations, calls on the city’s next mayor to support tech companies, increase digital skills investment and tackle the lack of diversity in the sector Continue Reading
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News
15 Apr 2021
Uber ordered to reinstate six drivers fired by automated process
A default judgment handed down by Dutch court has ordered Uber to reinstate six drivers with compensation following unevidenced accusations of fraud and automated firing via algorithm Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
14 Apr 2021
Remote workers largely supportive of a UK right to disconnect
The introduction of a “right to disconnect” in the UK is popular among workers and has backing from trade unions Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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Feature
12 Apr 2021
Why some jobseekers have turned to cyber crime during the pandemic
Research shows that many people have been seeking cyber crime-related work on the dark web, but why? Continue Reading
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News
08 Apr 2021
IR35 reforms: MPs call on government to clean up UK’s ‘wild west’ contracting labour supply chain
A 200-strong group of MPs is calling for urgent action from the government to protect contractors from the dubious practices of non-compliant umbrella companies and badly behaved employment agencies just days after private sector IR35 reforms came into force Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
07 Apr 2021
Deliveroo riders strike over pay and work conditions
Riders across the country are demanding fair pay, safety protections and basic workers’ rights pay on Deliveroo’s first day of trading as a public company Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
07 Apr 2021
Irish employees’ ‘right to disconnect’ enshrined in code of practice
A code of practice giving employees the ‘right to disconnect’ from work and not engage in electronic communications outside of their normal hours has come into effect in Ireland Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
06 Apr 2021
IR35 reforms: Private sector start date prompts mixed picture of predictions for contracting market
The IR35 tax avoidance reforms take hold in the private sector, prompting a mixed picture of predictions from stakeholders about what the future holds for contractors in the UK Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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Feature
05 Apr 2021
How to land a job in cybersecurity
Find out if you're a good fit for a career in cybersecurity, the kind of training required, how to start building IT security skills and the types of jobs available. Continue Reading
By- Josh Johnson
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Feature
01 Apr 2021
Starting a career in the digital economy
What is it currently like for young people trying to hit the ground running with digital careers? What do employers want from them, and how has the last year of lockdowns affected their chances at a digital career? Continue Reading
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News
31 Mar 2021
Cyber Security Council to champion UK security pros
A new cyber security professional body has launched with the aim of developing and promoting UK cyber security excellence globally and growing the skills base Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
30 Mar 2021
Strong company culture the basis of a successful hybrid work environment
Study highlights how post-Covid working dynamics increase importance of communicative leadership with an inclusive organisational culture most important once logistics and technology are addressed Continue Reading
By- Joe O’Halloran, Computer Weekly
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News
30 Mar 2021
Asda bags ex-Marks and Spencer CIO
Carl Dawson, who has been CIO at department store M&S for six years, is leaving the retailer to become CIO at Asda Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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E-Zine
30 Mar 2021
The ticking timebomb of IR35
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we reveal that IT contractors are seeking a multimillion-pound payout after confusion over the forthcoming IR35 tax reforms. Many firms are building data lakes to improve their analytics – we examine the storage implications. And we talk to the CIO at the London School of Economics. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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Feature
29 Mar 2021
Black network engineers juggle building networks, being seen
2020 didn't transform diversity and inclusion in companies, according to some Black network engineers. But diversity in their careers and networks goes beyond hiring practices. Continue Reading
By- Michaela Goss, Senior Site Editor
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News
26 Mar 2021
Surveillance expert ‘unfairly’ refused job at intelligence regulator after MI5 intervened
The Home Office unfairly refused Eric Kind, a specialist in criminal justice and UK surveillance law, clearance for a job at an intelligence watchdog after MI5 claimed he was “insufficiently deferential” Continue Reading
By- Bill Goodwin, Computer Weekly
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News
26 Mar 2021
Sarah Wilkinson resigns as NHS Digital CEO
After four years at the helm of NHS Digital, CEO Sarah Wilkinson will leave in the summer of 2021, and the organisation is looking for an interim replacement Continue Reading
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News
25 Mar 2021
TUC warns of gaps in British law over use of AI at work
The TUC has published a report warning of AI-powered discrimination against working people enabled by gaps in existing British employment law Continue Reading
By- Brian McKenna, Senior Analyst, Business Applications
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News
25 Mar 2021
Deliveroo faces pushback from investors and riders ahead of IPO
Two of the UK’s largest fund managers have said they will not buy shares in Deliveroo because of concerns over workers’ rights Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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Opinion
25 Mar 2021
Tech firms need to keep focusing on mental wellbeing and support
Mental wellbeing is a critical issue for the tech sector as the pandemic has taken its toll, and employers are realising the importance of providing support to their staff Continue Reading
By- Bev White, Nash Squared
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News
24 Mar 2021
UK faces significant cyber talent shortfall
Cyber security sector is struggling to attract the talented workforce it needs Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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Opinion
24 Mar 2021
Employees must be given the right to disconnect
As enterprises increasingly turn to workplace monitoring technologies and more of the workforce moves to remote or hybrid working, unions are campaigning for workers’ ‘right to disconnect’ and not engage in digitally enabled work after hours Continue Reading
By- Andrew Pakes, Prospect Union
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News
23 Mar 2021
IR35 reforms: Confusion over who pays employers’ NI leaves IT contractors out of pocket
Litigators are circling as thousands of contractors realise that the 2017 roll-out of IR35 reforms to the public sector may have resulted in unlawful tax deductions – and the private sector could be next Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
23 Mar 2021
Young people don’t feel they have advanced digital skills for work
Young people know how important digital skills are, but don’t think they have the necessary level of skill for the workplace, according to the Learning and Work Institute Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
22 Mar 2021
CIO interview: Juliette Atkinson, IT director, Bradford University
Bradford University’s IT director took a different route than most to get into IT leadership Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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Feature
19 Mar 2021
8 diversity hiring mistakes you could be making
Diversity hiring mistakes are all too common during the recruiting process. Here are some mistakes companies need to avoid for their recruiting efforts to be truly successful. Continue Reading
By- Molly Driscoll, Site Editor
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News
17 Mar 2021
Uber classifies drivers as workers after Supreme Court ruling
Ride-hailing firm will pay its UK drivers minimum wage following court ruling, but has diverged from the court’s interpretation that drivers should be paid from when they log in, not just when passengers are on board Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
16 Mar 2021
Insurers unable to fill a quarter of tech roles
Insurance companies need to fill tech skills gaps if they are going to prosper in the age of insurtech Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
16 Mar 2021
Uber and Ola ordered to hand over more data to drivers
A Dutch court has rejected Uber and Ola’s claims that drivers collectively taking action to access their data amounts to an abuse of their individual data access rights, laying the ground for drivers to form their own union-controlled data trust Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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Blog Post
16 Mar 2021
A neurodivergent search for belonging
GUEST BLOG: Neurodiversity Celebration Week takes place in the UK on 15 to 21 March 2021, and World Autism Awareness Week is from 29 March to 4 April 2021. In this contributed blog post, Larissa ... Continue Reading
By- Bryan Glick, Editor in chief
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News
16 Mar 2021
Banks still lack tech skills at the top
Banks have made progress in adding IT knowledge in their boardrooms, but they need more as digital transformation accelerates Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
15 Mar 2021
IR35 private sector reforms: IPSE warns of UK contracting talent exodus unless start date delayed
Association of Independent Professionals and the Self-Employed research into what contractors plan to do once the IR35 reforms come into play highlights growing risk of talent shortages Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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Opinion
15 Mar 2021
Reimagining outsourcing after Covid-19
Covid-19 has changed how businesses interact with their suppliers. Here are five steps companies can take to manage their outsourcing ecosystem in the post-pandemic world Continue Reading
By- Heiner Himmelreich, Hrishi Hrishikesh, Evelien Scherp and Ilan Oshri
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News
12 Mar 2021
IR35 private sector reforms: IT contractors ‘growing reluctant’ to work for ‘blanket banning’ firms
IT-focused staffing company Ellis Recruitment Group shares its take on how the contracting market is responding to the private sector firms enforcing blanket bans Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
12 Mar 2021
UK technology business created every 30 minutes in 2020
New figures on UK business creation show surge in entrepreneurs setting up technology businesses during 2020, while the sector’s hiring efforts climb back to pre-pandemic levels Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
10 Mar 2021
UK launches fellowship to attract tech talent to government
Programme jointly run by Number 10 and Government Digital Service will see 10 leaders enlisted to address key challenges in the public sector Continue Reading
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News
10 Mar 2021
Australia’s job market to shrink 11% with automation
Those who perform highly structured administrative jobs in finance, accounting and procurement are most at risk as automation continues to reshape Australia’s workforce Continue Reading
By- Aaron Tan, TechTarget
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News
09 Mar 2021
Significant jump in number of hackers reporting vulnerabilities to companies
Since the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic, the number of hackers reporting security vulnerabilities and bugs to enterprises has increased by nearly two-thirds Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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Opinion
08 Mar 2021
Why it’s fantastic to be a woman in the technology sector (and what’s stopping more from joining)
The enforced move by many employers to flexible home working during the pandemic is challenging the culture of long hours in the office – and opening up new opportunities for women in tech Continue Reading
By- Bev White, Nash Squared
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News
08 Mar 2021
Nordic innovators change emphasis on gender equality in society
Female technology innovators in the Nordics take a different approach to trying to improve opportunities for women Continue Reading
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Video
05 Mar 2021
Sarah Wilkinson, most influential person in UK tech 2021 – winner’s speech
In this video from Computer Weekly’s annual UKtech50 event, in partnership with Spinks, Sarah Wilkinson, CEO of NHS Digital, gives her acceptance speech as the 2021 most influential person in UK tech Continue Reading
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E-Zine
04 Mar 2021
CW APAC: Tech career guide
In this handbook, Computer Weekly looks at the qualities and skills required to be successful in DevOps. Continue Reading
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News
04 Mar 2021
Progress towards gender equality in cyber still slow
The cyber security sector is making painfully slow progress towards gender equality, according to a report Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
03 Mar 2021
Glitch signs collective bargaining agreement with unionised workers
US software startup’s ‘milestone’ agreement with employees focuses on job security and labour rights rather than salaries and benefits Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
02 Mar 2021
More than 20% of tech employees hesitant to speak about diversity
Despite a large majority of people agreeing that diversity and inclusion initiatives are important, some people are still hesitant to speak about it as a topic, according to TTC research Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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E-Zine
02 Mar 2021
The most influential people in UK technology
In this week’s Computer Weekly, we reveal our annual list of the 50 most influential people in UK IT, and talk to this year’s winner, NHS Digital CEO Sarah Wilkinson, about an unprecedented year of challenges. Also, we examine the best software patching strategies and see how the pandemic has affected women in tech. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
01 Mar 2021
Digital secretary Dowden outlines UK post-Brexit data approach
The UK government is searching for a new information commissioner with an updated remit to use data to support growth and innovation, and plans on reaching new international data partnerships Continue Reading
By- Sebastian Klovig Skelton, Data & ethics editor
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News
26 Feb 2021
DCMS gives tablet devices to people with learning disabilities
The government is providing thousands of free tablet devices to those with learning disabilities to help them stay connected Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
25 Feb 2021
IR35 private sector reforms: Contractors call for further delays to April 2021 start date
Research by the online tax consultancy arm of Ernst & Young reveals lack of preparedness among contractors for the onset of the IR35 tax avoidance reforms in the private sector Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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Blog Post
25 Feb 2021
Covid-19's impact on mental health in UK tech
GUEST BLOG: In this contributed blog post, Anne Kiem, executive director, Small Business Charter, talks about how Covid-19 has heightened a "pre-existent mental health epidemic" in UK tech It’s a ... Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
25 Feb 2021
Nearly 80,000 more tech roles filled at end of 2020 compared with end of 2019, says ONS
Thousands of jobs were created in the UK’s tech sector in 2020, according to ONS figures, with data from elsewhere also showing that the sector is poised for recovery Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
25 Feb 2021
IR35 private sector reforms: What IT contractors need to know
Computer Weekly asks contracting experts to answer questions about PSC bans, compliant umbrella companies and challenging status determinations, with the latest IR35 reforms coming into place Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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Photo Story
24 Feb 2021
UKtech50 2021 – The most influential people in UK IT
Computer Weekly's annual search for the 50 most influential people in the UK tech scene is complete – meet the top 20 of 2021 Continue Reading
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News
23 Feb 2021
Tech worker-centric umbrella company launches to target IT contractors 'displaced' by IR35
As the number of private sector firms enforcing blanket bans on contractors grows, Techcentre Umbrella is offering IT workers ‘displaced’ by the reforms a safe haven, claims its founder Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
23 Feb 2021
CyberScotland offers centralised security resource hub
Newly launched partnership brings together security resources for individuals and organisations across Scotland Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
22 Feb 2021
UK government set to offer fintech visa
The importance of immigrant workers to the UK's fintech sector highlighted by government planned fintech visa Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
19 Feb 2021
Uber drivers should be classified as ‘workers’, UK Supreme Court confirms
Supreme Court ruling brings Uber’s four-year legal battle to have its drivers classified as self-employed to an end, and could see its drivers in line to receive thousands of pounds in compensation Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
18 Feb 2021
2020 a record year for cyber, thanks to Covid
The UK’s cyber industry now employs close to 50,000 people and contributes billions to the economy Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
17 Feb 2021
Security pros agree: We need to take a break
As many as 85% of security staff engage in leisure activities during working hours, but they have excellent reasons for doing so Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
17 Feb 2021
How software developers can make more dough
There are subtle differences across Europe in developer salaries, depending on experience and demand for front-end, full-stack or front-end roles Continue Reading
By- Cliff Saran, Managing Editor
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News
16 Feb 2021
IR35 private sector reforms: HMRC reminds firms to use ‘reasonable care’ when applying new tax rules
As the countdown to the IR35 reforms being rolled out to the private sector continues apace, HM Revenue and Customs issues compliance guidance for firms in-scope of the new rules Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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16 Feb 2021
Covid-19 saw 32% of UK&I firms furlough IT staff in 2020
The coronavirus outbreak led to pay freezes, reduced hours and furlough for many IT workers, according to Computer Weekly’s annual salary survey. Continue Reading
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E-Zine
16 Feb 2021
How Covid-19 has hit IT salaries and job prospects
In this week’s Computer Weekly, our salary survey reveals the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on IT professionals’ wages and job security. A potentially deadly cyber attack on a US water plant highlights the risks to critical infrastructure. And we find out how NHS Scotland is using tech to support its vaccine roll-out. Read the issue now. Continue Reading
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News
15 Feb 2021
Almost half of firms looking to recruit tech workers
Many professionals claim their firms are actively seeking workers for tech-based roles, finds CWJobs and techUK Continue Reading
By- Clare McDonald, Business Editor
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News
15 Feb 2021
NCSC recognises UK’s top cyber schools
National Cyber Security Centre CyberFirst Schools initiative has handed out 14 gold, silver and bronze awards recognising excellence in cyber security teaching Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
11 Feb 2021
Future security stars shine in first round of CyberFirst Girls contest
There were more than 6,500 participants in the opening heats of the National Cyber Security Centre’s CyberFirst Girls competition this year Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor
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News
11 Feb 2021
Nationwide Building Society kicks off search for tech apprentices
Nationwide is working with local organisations to boost tech skills Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
10 Feb 2021
TCS to recruit 1,500 UK tech professionals this year
Indian IT service provider Tata Consultancy Services commits to recruiting UK IT professionals Continue Reading
By- Karl Flinders, Chief reporter and senior editor EMEA
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News
09 Feb 2021
IR35 private sector reforms: Deloitte confirms post-April 2021 ban on PSCs
Consultancy giant confirms that contractors will only be able to engage with it via a third-party umbrella or employment agency after April 2021, as part of its IR35 compliance strategy Continue Reading
By- Caroline Donnelly, Senior Editor, UK
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News
08 Feb 2021
UK Cyber Security Council to take charge of skills strategy
New government-backed body will be set up to boost careers opportunities and professional standards in the cyber security sector Continue Reading
By- Alex Scroxton, Security Editor