Technical Analyst (Applications Engineer) Cardiff (flexible working) Outside IR35 12 months We are seeking a skilled Technical Analyst (Applications Engineer) to support a major SCADA upgrade programme. This role will play a key part in delivering application upgrades across the existing SCADA estate, ensuring systems remain secure, resilient, and aligned with modern infrastructure standards. The successful candidate will contribute to the rollout of Kerberos authentication, enhance privileged access management (PAM) capabilities, and support the integration of legacy SCADA systems into Active Directory (AD). This is a hands-on role requiring strong technical expertise across both infrastructure and application layers. Key Responsibilities: Support the delivery of a large-scale SCADA upgrade programme Implement and manage application upgrades across the SCADA install base Lead and support the rollout of Kerberos authentication Enhance and manage privileged access management (PAM) for SCADA environments Onboard legacy systems into Active Directory (AD) Apply and manage patching across Linux and Windows environments Ensure robust encryption and security best practices are implemented Required Skills & Experience: Strong experience with Kerberos authentication Solid understanding of SCADA systems and services Expertise in Active Directory (AD) integration and management Experience with Linux and Windows patching processes Knowledge of encryption methods and security protocols Proven ability to work within complex, legacy-heavy environments Contract Details: Contract Length: 12 months Start Date: June / July 2026 Day Rate: £600-£700 (all-inclusive) IR35 Status: Outside IR35