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# Cyber Security Engineer

- **Company:** Zenzero Solutions
- **Location:** Cambridge, UK
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Active Directory, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Cloud Computing, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Domainkeys Identified Mail, Domain-Based Message Authentication Reporting and Conformance (DMARC), Multi-Factor Authentication, Identity and Access Management, Python (Programming Language), Microsoft Security Essentials, Windows PowerShell, Software Vulnerability Management, Sender Policy Framework (SPF), Patch Management, Nessus, CIS Benchmarks, SentinelOne Expertise, Qualys, Security Orchestration, Automation & Response, Vulnerability Analysis
- **Published:** September 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.co.uk/job/gb992e292916dde9790d9618deef084295/eaa

## About the Role

* Experience with endpoint security technologies such as Microsoft Defender, CrowdStrike, SentinelOne, or similar.
 * Strong understanding of Active Directory, Entra ID, identity management, and access control.
 * Knowledge of Azure security and cloud-native security technologies.
 * Experience with vulnerability management tools such as Nessus, Qualys, or equivalent.
 * Understanding of Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, and security best practices.
 * Excellent communication and teamwork skills with a genuine passion for technology and cyber security.
 * Motivated, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast-paced technical environment.

Desirable

 * Experience scripting with PowerShell, Python, or Bash.
 * Exposure to security automation, alert triage, and reporting workflows.
 * Experience across the Microsoft security stack.

## Description

We're looking for a hands-on Security Engineer to deploy, configure, and maintain security controls across client environments. You'll work across endpoint security, identity management, cloud security, vulnerability management, and email protection, helping clients improve their security posture and achieve compliance with standards such as Cyber Essentials and ISO 27001.
This is a great opportunity for a technically-minded security professional who enjoys solving problems, working directly with clients, and staying at the forefront of cyber security technologies.
Responsibilities

 * Deploy and manage endpoint security solutions, including EDR/XDR platforms.
 * Configure and support Entra ID, Active Directory, MFA, Conditional Access, and privileged access controls.
 * Implement security best practices using Group Policy, CIS Benchmarks, and Secure Score recommendations.
 * Support Azure security initiatives and cloud security tooling such as Microsoft Defender for Cloud.
 * Conduct vulnerability assessments, manage remediation activities, and support patch management programmes.
 * Configure and maintain email security controls including SPF, DKIM, and DMARC.
 * Support Cyber Essentials assessments and remediation activities.
 * Work closely with client teams to investigate security issues and strengthen security controls.


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