Contract DORA Data Process Manager / ICT Compliance Process Lead (m/f/d) – Urgently Needed For Upcoming Audit Bonn, Germany | Hybrid | Travel within Germany & Switzerland Permanent / Contractor options German & English required About the Role Our client, a critical ICT services provider, is seeking a Data Process Manager to lead DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act) data and process governance across international operations. This role sits at the intersection of data process management, regulatory compliance, and operational resilience, ensuring that all audit evidence, reporting workflows, and governance processes are fully aligned with European regulatory requirements. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, implement best-practice processes, and support internal training to embed DORA-compliant data workflows. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead data process governance initiatives under DORA regulations</li><li>Design, implement, and maintain end-to-end data collection and reporting processes for regulatory audits</li><li>Develop KPIs, SOPs, and operational controls to ensure compliance and evidence readiness</li><li>Coordinate with IT, security, risk, and service delivery teams across Germany & Switzerland</li><li>Conduct internal training sessions and workshops on data governance, audit requirements, and process compliance</li><li>Support the preparation and management of audit evidence, operational resilience reports, and regulatory submissions</li><li>Identify process gaps, propose improvements, and ensure continuous process optimization</li><li>Serve as a central point of contact for DORA-related operational data and compliance processes</li></ul>Required Skills & Experience<ul><li>Experience in process management, data governance, or operational excellence within ICT, cybersecurity, or regulated environments</li><li>Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks: DORA, BAIT, MaRisk, ISO 27001, operational resilience</li><li>Experience managing audit evidence collection and reporting workflows</li><li>Ability to design, implement, and monitor process KPIs and controls</li><li>Strong project management, coordination, and stakeholder engagement skills</li><li>Fluent in German and English</li><li>Degree completed (Bachelor’s or Master’s preferred)</li><li>Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (Germany & Switzerland)</li></ul>

Contract DORA Data Process Manager / ICT Compliance Process Lead (m/f/d) – Urgently Needed For Upcoming Audit

Freelancers Urgently Needed DORA ICT Governance & Security Expert (m/f/d) – Mostly Remote, Occasional Travel to Bonn, German & English required About the Role A leading critical ICT provider operating under the EU’s Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) framework is seeking a DORA ICT Expert / IT Governance & Security Specialist to support regulatory audit readiness and operational resilience initiatives. Due to classification as a critical ICT third-party provider, the organisation will undergo European regulatory audits. This role will play a central function in coordinating audit activities, collecting regulatory evidence, and ensuring compliance with ICT risk and operational resilience requirements. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Act as SME for DORA (Digital Operational Resilience Act) compliance</li><li>Support ICT regulatory audits and testing procedures</li><li>Coordinate evidence collection and documentation for regulators</li><li>Oversee ICT risk management and operational controls</li><li>Support internal and external audit engagements</li><li>Ensure compliance with EU regulatory requirements (EBA guidelines, ICT risk frameworks)</li><li>Collaborate with Security, Risk, Governance and Service Delivery teams</li><li>Monitor deadlines and ensure centralised DORA data governance</li><li>Support remediation tracking and regulatory reporting</li></ul>Required Experience<ul><li>Strong background in IT Security, Cybersecurity or Information Security</li><li>Experience in IT Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC)</li><li>Regulatory compliance exposure (DORA, BAIT, MaRisk, ISO 27001, NIS2, EBA Guidelines)</li><li>ICT risk management and operational resilience knowledge</li><li>Audit preparation and evidence collection experience</li><li>Experience interacting with regulators or external auditors</li><li>Degree completed (Bachelor’s or Master’s preferred)</li><li>Fluent German and English</li></ul>

Freelance DORA ICT Governance & Security Expert Needed for Urgent Audit - Mostly Remote, must speak fluent German

Expert for USP Integration on Platforms (m/f/d) – Vienna | Immediate Start | 3–4 Month Contract Location: Vienna, Austria (min. 20% on-site) Start Date: Available at short notice Duration: 3–4 months Workload: 100% (Full-time contract) Language Requirement: German (fluent) Contract Opportunity: USP Integration Specialist – Platform Integration Project We are currently seeking a highly experienced USP Integration Expert (m/f/d) for a short-term contract project in Vienna. This role focuses on the integration of the Austrian Company Service Portal (USP – Unternehmensserviceportal) into existing enterprise platforms.This is an excellent opportunity for a senior integration consultant, technical project manager, or API integration specialist with proven experience delivering USP integrations within complex IT system landscapes. Project Overview – Company Service Portal (USP) Integration For a fixed-term project, our client requires an experienced expert to lead and implement the technical and functional integration of the USP into existing platforms. We are looking for a professional who has successfully delivered USP integration projects before and can take ownership of: <ul><li>Integration architecture definition</li><li>Technical project leadership</li><li>Stakeholder coordination</li><li>End-to-end delivery including testing and go-live</li></ul>Key Responsibilities – USP Integration Project As the USP Platform Integration Expert, you will: <ul><li>Analyze the existing IT system landscape and define the optimal integration architecture</li><li>Plan, manage, and coordinate the full USP integration project lifecycle</li><li>Provide technical and/or functional leadership</li><li>Coordinate closely with internal departments and external stakeholders</li><li>Ensure smooth implementation, including API integration, testing, and go-live support</li><li>Deliver comprehensive technical documentation and ensure knowledge transfer</li></ul>Required Profile – Senior USP Integration Consultant To be successful in this role, you should have: <ul><li>✔ Proven hands-on experience integrating the Austrian USP (Unternehmensserviceportal) into platforms</li><li>✔ Several years of experience in technical project management, integration management, or platform integration</li><li>✔ Strong expertise in interface technologies such as: <ul><li>REST APIs</li><li>SOAP services</li><li>Web services</li><li>API architectures</li></ul></li><li>✔ Experience working within complex enterprise IT environments</li><li>✔ Strong analytical and structured working approach</li><li>✔ Excellent communication skills (German required)</li></ul>Why This Project?<ul><li>High-impact, visible digital transformation project</li><li>Strategic integration of a key Austrian government service (USP)</li><li>Opportunity to take ownership of architecture and delivery</li><li>Immediate start with clear project scope</li><li>Hybrid setup (Vienna-based, minimum 20% on-site)</li></ul>Interested? If you are an experienced USP Integration Expert, API Integration Specialist, or Technical Integration Project Manager available at short notice and looking for your next contract opportunity in Vienna, we look forward to your application. Apply now and lead a critical USP platform integration project.

Expert for USP Integration on Platforms (m/f/d) – Vienna | Immediate Start | 3–4 Month Contract - Fluent German Needed

Senior Pega Systems Architect (SSA) – French Speaking | Paris Hybrid | Long-Term Contract Location: Paris, France (2–3 days onsite per week) Start Date: Within 2 weeks Duration: 6 months initial contract (extension up to 2 years) Language: French (mandatory) Rate: Negotiable Our client, a leading organization driving large-scale digital and business transformation initiatives, is seeking two Senior Pega Systems Architects (SSA) to support strategic CRM and BPM programs within a complex enterprise environment. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Pega professionals who want to work on high-impact projects using Pega’s Low-Code platform in a dynamic and performance-driven setting. About the Environment Founded in 2007, our client is a major player in IT engineering and augmented transformation. Since 2016, they have experienced strong and sustained growth, offering continuous development opportunities for their consultants. Their culture is built on support, teamwork, reliability, and pragmatism. With over 70 international experts who are Pega certified, they are recognized as a trusted partner for large enterprises delivering CRM and BPM solutions powered by Pega. Role Overview As a Senior Pega Systems Architect (SSA), you will play a key role in the design, architecture, and delivery of scalable Pega solutions within enterprise-level transformation programs. You will work closely with business stakeholders, technical teams, and architects to ensure high-quality, secure, and maintainable implementations. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Design and implement enterprise-grade solutions using Pega Platform</li><li>Lead architecture decisions aligned with Pega best practices</li><li>Develop and configure Pega applications (Case Management, BPM, CRM solutions)</li><li>Ensure performance, scalability, and maintainability of Pega applications</li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams including business analysts, developers, and project managers</li><li>Participate in Agile delivery cycles (Scrum/Kanban)</li><li>Support continuous improvement and technical governance within the Pega ecosystem</li><li>Contribute to documentation, standards, and architectural guidelines</li></ul>Required Skills and Experience <ul><li>Pega Senior Systems Architect (SSA) certification</li><li>4–5 years of hands-on experience with Pega Platform</li><li>Strong expertise in Pega CRM and BPM solutions</li><li>Solid understanding of Low-Code application development</li><li>Experience designing scalable enterprise architectures</li><li>Strong knowledge of integration patterns (REST, SOAP)</li><li>Experience working in Agile environments</li><li>Fluent French (mandatory)</li><li>Strong communication and stakeholder management skills</li></ul>Nice to Have <ul><li>Experience working with large enterprise clients</li><li>Additional Pega certifications (LSA is a plus)</li><li>Experience in digital transformation programs</li><li>Knowledge of DevOps practices within Pega environments</li></ul>Why Apply <ul><li>Long-term project visibility (up to 2 years)</li><li>Work with a highly certified Pega expert community</li><li>Exposure to large-scale CRM and BPM transformation programs</li><li>Strong career development and certification support</li><li>Hybrid flexibility in Paris</li></ul>If you are a French-speaking Senior Pega Systems Architect looking for your next challenge in a high-growth, enterprise transformation environment, apply now to discuss the opportunity confidentially.

Senior Pega Systems Architect (SSA) – French Speaking | Paris Hybrid | Long-Term Contract

​Matt joined Xcede through the merger with Etonwood in 2023 as a Director in our London office. He is responsible for Cyber Security and Networks with a focus on Financial Markets, FinTech and Data Science across the London and UAE markets (Contract and Perm). 

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Network Security Architect is required to architect and execute a ZTNA strategy at a global enterprise. The engagement comprises: <ul><li>Architecting and implementing Zero Trust Network Architecture (ZTNA)</li><li>Architecting Zscaler solutions (ZIA, ZPA, ZDX) for secure user and application access</li><li>Define and maintain enterprise network architecture standards and roadmaps</li><li>Design scalable LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and cloud network architectures</li><li>Produce high-level and low-level design documents (HLD/LLD)</li><li>Lead migrations from legacy VPNs to Zscaler ZPA / Zero Trust models</li><li>Architect next-generation firewall and segmentation strategies</li><li>Design secure perimeter, east-west, and north-south traffic controls</li><li>Architect enterprise routing and switching using BGP, OSPF, VLANs, VRFs, QoS</li><li>Ensure secure routing practices and traffic segmentation</li><li>Design secure cloud network architectures in AWS, Azure, or GCP</li><li>Align cloud networking with Zero Trust and security best practices</li></ul>The ideal candidate will have extensive ZScaler experience complemented by deep knowledge of routing and switching principles (CCIE level). Whilst this is predominantly a remote role, there may be some requirement to attend in-person meetings in Central London.

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