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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Cyber Security Engineer - **Company:** Xps Pensions Ltd - **Location:** Reading, UK - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Application Firewall, Software System Penetration Testing, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, CompTIA Security+, Cyber Security, Network Security, Network Diagrams, Routing, Open Web Application Security, Systems Development Life Cycle, Zero Trust Network Access, Web Application Security, Software Engineering, TCP/IP, Software Vulnerability Management, Load Balancing, Cloud Platform System, Information Technology, CIS Benchmarks, Vulnerability Analysis - **Published:** September 10, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.collegerecruiter.com/job/2840596025-senior-cyber-security-engineer ## About the Role Reporting to the Cyber Security Engineering Manager, the Senior Cyber Security Engineer will perform daily security engineering tasks and assist with security hardening projects to protect XPS Group's IT infrastructure, networks and data. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter, with strong experience in cloud security, hardening IT systems, vulnerability management, penetration testing and web application security., * Experienced security engineer with demonstrable detailed knowledge of security products, Cloud Security, Web Application Firewalls, access control, AV, email and web security gateways, Artificial Intelligence, load-balancers, ACLs, TCP/IP, routing and switching. * Excellent written and spoken communication skills with ability to create, update and maintain documentation/network diagrams. * Knowledge of current and future security initiatives e.g. OWASP standards, SASE, intelligence led penetration testing, zero-trust, threat centric security and risk-based vulnerability management. * Be a security leader, with ability to work collaboratively with IT, wider teams, end users, and mentor IT/security colleagues on security principles where necessary. * Has relevant experience and certification in security engineering e.g. CISSP, SANS GCIA, Comptia Security+ and/or CCNA/CCNP or equivalent qualifications. * Detailed understanding of Security Infrastructure design, IT Security best practice and hardening standards (e.g. CIS Benchmarks). * Detailed understanding of common IT protocols, infrastructure and systems e.g. Networks, Domain management and virtualised infrastructure. * Willing to travel to other locations as and when required. Desirable: * Strong background in threat modelling. * Computer Science degree, or relevant experience. * Knowledge of ISO27001, Cyber Essentials Plus and Cloud certification e.g. CSA STAR. ## Description * Use expert security knowledge with a particular focus in cloud security, network security, perimeter defence, attack surface management and system hardening to minimise risk. * Own cloud security posture and attack surface management. * Support the implementation of security controls across XPS, with a particular focus in cloud environments (e.g. Azure inc. cloud native applications). * Promote best-practice, secure design principles, standards, and threat modelling into IT, projects and development teams. * Identify and mitigate security risks early during change control and software development lifecycles (SDLC). * Contribute to the selection, evaluation, and implementation of best-in-class security tools and processes. * Develop an understanding of the threats, risks, vulnerabilities and evolving attack vectors facing the business. * Assist and advise on security training, be able to mentor and drive awareness programmes tailored to XPS needs. * Assist the wider security team with timely security incident management, security training, and reviewing supplier/client information security questionnaires. * Due to the changing nature of the business, the job holder may from time to time be required to undertake other activities of a similar nature that fall within their capabilities. ## Related Videos - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [A practical guide to writing secure Dockerfiles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/109-a-practical-guide-to-writing-secure-dockerfiles) - [Creating a routing app with Google Maps API from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/831-creating-a-routing-app-with-google-maps-api-from-scratch) - [An Applied Introduction to eBPF with Go](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1075-an-applied-introduction-to-ebpf-with-go) - [OPA for the cloud natives](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/713-opa-for-the-cloud-natives) - [A Technical Introduction to Bitcoin's 2nd Layer- The Lightning Network](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/15-a-technical-introduction-to-bitcoin-s-2nd-layer-the-lightning-network) ## Related Articles - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk) - [IT Salaries in UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/288-it-salaries-in-uk) - [Software Engineer Salary London](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/252-software-engineer-salary-london) - [Top-Paying Tech Jobs (with Salaries)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/372-top-paying-tech-jobs-with-salaries)