Security Engineer

We’re seeking a proactive and technically skilled Security Engineer to join a growing technology and engineering organisation, responsible for maintaining and enhancing the security posture of both internal and customer-facing networks. You’ll work across a diverse range of technologies, leading security initiatives, responding to incidents, and acting as a subject matter expert for cybersecurity best practice., As a Security Engineer, you’ll be responsible for developing, implementing and maintaining security controls, policies and procedures that protect business-critical systems and networks. You’ll work closely with IT, engineering and operational teams to identify vulnerabilities, investigate security incidents and design robust security solutions.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a hands-on technical role while also influencing wider security strategy and governance., * Develop and implement information security policies, standards and procedures.

• Monitor security events, vulnerabilities and threats across internal and customer environments.
• Investigate, manage and resolve security incidents.
• Design, deploy and support security technologies including SIEM, IDS and IPS solutions.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and recommend remediation activities.
• Perform security testing and support penetration testing activities.
• Act as the technical lead for network and device security.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, support guides and security procedures.
• Provide security advice and guidance to engineering, IT and project teams.
• Deliver security awareness support and training to colleagues.
• Participate in incident management and continuous improvement activities.

To be successful in this role, you’ll ideally have:

• At least 5 years’ experience designing, implementing and supporting secure network environments.
• Strong experience with Cisco Firewalls, Routers and Switches.
• Knowledge of Juniper networking technologies.
• Hands-on experience with SIEM platforms, IDS/IPS technologies and vulnerability management tools.
• Experience with penetration testing methodologies and security assessment tools.
• Understanding of computer forensic tools and incident investigation processes.
• Strong working knowledge of ISO 27001, GDPR and information security best practices.
• Experience developing security policies, standards and operational procedures.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain complex security issues to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• A proactive, organised and customer-focused approach.
• The ability to obtain UK SC Security Clearance.

Desirable Experience

• Telecommunications, satellite communications or maritime communications experience.
• Experience working within UK Government, Defence or MOD environments.
• Exposure to highly secure or regulated network infrastructures.

What’s on Offer?

• Opportunity to work on complex and security-critical systems.
• Exposure to cutting-edge networking and cybersecurity technologies.

Skills

• Access Control Systems
• Cloud Services & Infrastructure
• Communication Skills
• Health and Safety Principles
• Infrastructure Management
• Maintenance Activities
• Microsoft Azure
• Operating System Security
• Physical & Electronic Security Systems
• Television Installation & Maintenance