Cloud Security Engineer

Hays plc
Charing Cross, United Kingdom
31 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate

Job location

Charing Cross, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Azure
Bash
Cloud Computing
Cloud Computing Security
Github
Intrusion Detection Systems
Python
Security Information and Event Management
Software Vulnerability Management
Scripting (Bash/Python/Go/Ruby)
Information Technology
Software Version Control
ELK

Job description

About the Role We're looking for a skilled Security Engineer to join our team and help design, develop, and maintain security platforms with a strong focus on cloud applications and pipeline security. You'll work closely with architects and development teams to integrate security tooling, create guardrails, and ensure secure delivery of applications across our environments.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and configure security tooling for cloud and pipeline environments.
  • Collaborate with architects and engineers to ensure secure solutions.
  • Perform vulnerability testing, risk analysis, and security assessments.
  • Identify and remediate security issues in code and infrastructure.
  • Recommend security enhancements and write documentation/guidelines.
  • Ensure compliance with IS policies and security standards.

What We're Looking For

  • Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years in security engineering or related roles.
  • Hands-on experience with Azure, AWS, and security automation.
  • Strong knowledge of secure development practices and compliance standards.
  • Proficiency in scripting (Python, Bash, etc.) and source control tools (GitHub, ADO).
  • Familiarity with SIEM tools (ELK stack), IDS, WAF, and vulnerability management.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

If you are interested in applying for this role, please respond to this email with an up-to-date copy of your CV and I will give you a call to discuss it.

Choosing your next role takes careful consideration. I'm here to help you take your career forward, so if you'd like to know more about this role, or just want a confidential catch-up about what you're looking for, feel free to reach out on the details below.

#4754700 - Thomas

Requirements

  • Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
  • 3+ years in security engineering or related roles.
  • Hands-on experience with Azure, AWS, and security automation.
  • Strong knowledge of secure development practices and compliance standards.
  • Proficiency in scripting (Python, Bash, etc.) and source control tools (GitHub, ADO).
  • Familiarity with SIEM tools (ELK stack), IDS, WAF, and vulnerability management.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

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