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# Senior Cloud Security Engineer

- **Company:** Hays plc
- **Location:** Manchester, UK
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** £55,000.0 - £70,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Proxy Servers, Software System Penetration Testing, Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, System Configuration, DDoS Mitigation, Apache Maven, Team Foundation Server, Wireless Security, Open Web Application Security, Role-Based Access Control, Software Vulnerability Management, Software Security, Integration Frameworks, Jenkins
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/senior-cloud-security-engineer/48037208

## About the Role

and hands-on experience with attack methodologies and security testing Experience across penetration testing (application and network), AppSec, wireless security and vulnerability management Experience implementing and managing security controls (e.g. DLP, patching, RBAC, PAM, AV, DDoS mitigation, web proxy, vulnerability management) Understanding of Information Security principles, frameworks and regulatory requirements (e.g. ISO27001, FCA, PRA, ICO) Working knowledge of OWASP Top 10 and build/integration tools (e.g. Maven, Jenkins, Chef, TFS) Effective communication skills, including the ability to explain technical concepts and impacts to non-technical stakeholders Ability to work both alone and collaboratively within a team What you'll get in return: This role is available for hybrid working with a typical requirement to work 2 days per week in the Stockport office. Good salary, up to the £70k mark. 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Up to 6% pension employers' contribution -
matching your contribution up to 6% Bonus scheme PMI And more!Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can beJBRP1_UKTJ

## Description

evolve the configuration of security tooling across the cloud environments, contributing to wider Information Security initiatives and projects Proactively monitor security systems and tools, leading the response to security incidents and issues; support investigations and incident response, including participation in an on-call security rota when required Communicate clearly and confidently with both technical and non-technical audiences, influencing stakeholders and driving informed decision-making Create and maintain clear technical documentation for system configurations, procedures, and operational processes Partner closely with architecture teams to support the design and delivery of new Security Operations Centre (SOC) capabilities Actively contribute to the continuous improvement of the Information Security posture, staying current with emerging threats, trends, and industry best practice You will need: Strong knowledge of cloud security across modern environments Advanced knowledge


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