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# Senior Security Engineer

- **Company:** Ncc
- **Location:** Manchester, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Application Lifecycle Management, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Digital Forensics, Information Technology Operations, EndPointSecurity, HybridCloud
- **Published:** August 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/senior-security-engineer/45035048

## About the Role

as a part of this role. Skills, Knowledge & Expertise You will have the following experience - Prior experience in an IT security role, or a comparable function, is essential. Ability to quickly understand the technical detail of new or unfamiliar technologies is essential. Knowledge and experience of hybrid cloud environments with a particular emphasis on EntraID/M365 Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain security concepts to management and other stakeholders both technical and non-technical, who may not have a security background. Excellent analytical and problem solving skills. Ability to take direction but also take ownership on both Project and BAU work. Ability to work proactively in identifying security issues then working to define and deliver appropriate mitigations. Any Security related certifications may be advantageous - Security+, Microsoft SC900, AZ900 Willing to travel to NCC office locations globally and stay away from home on occasion. Knowledge

## Description

Senior Security Engineer Department: IT Employment Type: Full Time Location: GBR Manchester Hardman Boulevard Reporting To: Danny Cooke Description The Cyber and Information Security Team play a critical role in supporting our internal business functions alongside our external customer commitments. NCC Group's internal security team work to develop, introduce and maintain administrative, technical and physical security controls to continually improve the Group's security. The Senior Security Engineer is primarily responsible for implementing, monitoring and maintaining security tools, technologies and configurations to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of Group information systems and assets. This role presents an excellent opportunity to support this area and will help the Security Engineering Team in managing cyber risks and meeting its business requirements. Key Responsibilities Assisting the Group in constantly striving to improve its cyber security posture,
seeking out and exploiting opportunities for improvement. Assisting with and providing technical subject matter expertise into the design of security solutions, working in conjunction with IT Operations and Architecture colleagues. Implementing, supporting and maintaining security solutions (e.g. Defender for Endpoint, privileged access management systems, access policies, application management, etc.) Sharing security engineering expertise across the Group globally, championing implementation of best practice. Taking part in the investigation of security alerts and incidents, in conjunction with the Security Operations Centre and Digital Forensics colleagues. Driving the investigation, development and adoption of cyber and information security technology, process, policy and best practice. Working on BAU and Project tasks assigned to the Security Engineering Team. Working closely with the Security Program Team and Technical IT Teams where required. There is a requirement for on-call work


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