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# Security Engineer - London

- **Company:** Harvey Nash
- **Location:** Epsom, UK (Remote available)
- **Salary:** £169,000 - £182,000
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Artificial Intelligence, Apple Mac Systems, Cyber Security, Intrusion Detection and Prevention, Python (Programming Language), Windows PowerShell, Kusto Query Language, Security Information and Event Management, Mitre Att&ck, Cybercrime, Security Orchestration, Automation & Response
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.apply4u.co.uk/jobs/security-engineer-london/55212928

## About the Role

Strong background in Security Engineering, SOC, Detection Engineering, or Incident Response
Hands-on experience with SIEM/XDR platforms and KQL, SPL, or LogScale
Microsoft 365 security experience
Threat hunting and detection engineering aligned to MITRE ATT&CK
Python and/or PowerShell scripting
EDR experience across Windows and macOS environments
Security automation and orchestration
Experience using AI-driven security tools and defending against AI-related threats

## Description

Security Engineer6-Month Contract | Inside IR35 | £650-£700 per day | London (Remote Working)
We're looking for a Security Engineer to join a high-performing Security Operations team. This is a hands-on role focused on detection engineering, threat hunting, automation, incident response, and security tooling optimisation within a modern cloud-first environment., Building and tuning detections and monitoring capabilities
Developing automation to enhance security operations
Conducting proactive threat hunting across cloud, endpoint, and identity environments
Supporting incident investigations and response activities
Improving security tooling, visibility, and operational effectiveness