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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Cyber Security Engineer - **Company:** embs - **Location:** Derby, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Border Gateway Protocol, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Data Centers, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Remote Access Technology, TCP/IP, Virtual Local Area Networks, Wide Area Networks, Computer Network Technologies, SC Clearance, Fortinet, Cisco, Legacy Systems - **Published:** August 26, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2815089735-cyber-security-engineer ## About the Role Are you a hands-on Cyber Security professional with a CCNA or PCCET certification who's ready to become a Fortinet expert? Do you want to be the \"go-to\" technical specialist for Fortinet security solutions without the heavy burden of full architectural design?, You don't need to be a Fortinet expert yet - but you do need solid foundations and the drive to get there. You should have 5+ years of hands-on experience and hold a current CCNA or PCCET certification., * A current CCNA or PCCET certification with a genuine appetite to retrain and specialise in Fortinet technologies. * Strong core networking knowledge: TCP/IP, VLANs, OSPF/BGP routing, and VPN technologies. * A track record of delivering greenfield deployments and producing high-quality \"as-built\" documentation. * Based in or near Derby, with a full UK driving licence for occasional travel to customer sites and data centres. * Current SC Clearance, or eligible and willing to undergo the process (UK residency requirements apply)., * Any Fortinet exposure - NSE4/FCP or hands-on FortiGate experience is a bonus, not a barrier. * Experience with Cisco LAN or Cloud networking (Azure/AWS). * Background working in regulated or SC-cleared environments. ## Description SC Clearance Required (UK or Dual National) Are you a hands-on Cyber Security professional with a CCNA or PCCET certification who's ready to become a Fortinet expert? Do you want to be the \"go-to\" technical specialist for Fortinet security solutions without the heavy burden of full architectural design? We are working with a fast-growing, agile technology disruptor based in Derby. They partner with high-profile blue-chip customers across the UK to deliver cutting-edge network and security transformations. As they continue to scale, we are looking for a dedicated Cyber Security Engineer to take full ownership of security implementations - and we'll back you with the training and support to get you there. The Role: Impact & Ownership As the sole Cyber Security Engineer in the business, you will work directly alongside an experienced Network Architect. You won't just be maintaining legacy systems; you will be at the heart of greenfield installations and complex security transformations. * Implement & Deliver: Take architected designs (LLDs) and bring them to life across diverse customer environments. * Fortinet Specialist (in the making): Lead the configuration and deployment of FortiGate, FortiSwitch, FortiAP, and SD-WAN solutions - with full training and certification support to fast-track your Fortinet expertise. * Collaborate: Act as the technical bridge between design and reality, providing security-specific input to the Architect. * Autonomy: Manage your own workload in a fast-paced, project-driven environment where your expertise is trusted from day one. What We're Looking For You don't need to be a Fortinet expert yet - but you do need solid foundations and the drive to get there. You should have 5+ years of hands-on experience and hold a current CCNA or PCCET certification. Must-Haves: * A current CCNA or PCCET certification with a genuine appetite to retrain and specialise in Fortinet technologies. * Strong core networking knowledge: TCP/IP, VLANs, OSPF/BGP routing, and VPN technologies. * A track record of delivering greenfield deployments and producing high-quality \"as-built\" documentation. * Based in or near Derby, with a full UK driving licence for occasional travel to customer sites and data centres. * Current SC Clearance, or eligible and willing to undergo the process (UK residency requirements apply). Nice-to-Haves: * Any Fortinet exposure - NSE4/FCP or hands-on FortiGate experience is a bonus, not a barrier. * Experience with Cisco LAN or Cloud networking (Azure/AWS). * Background working in regulated or SC-cleared environments. Why Join? * Invest in your future: Full support for Fortinet training and certification - they want to make you an expert. * True Autonomy: Help shape technical standards and tooling as the business grows. * No Red Tape: A small, agile team where you can make an immediate impact from day one. SC Clearance is required for this role. 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