Cyber Security Engineer

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About The Role We are seeking a proactive and experienced Cyber Security Engineer to join our client's dynamic IT team. This role is pivotal in strengthening the organization's security posture by leading day-to-day cyber protection efforts across systems, networks, and cloud environments. The successful candidate will act as the internal subject matter expert (SME) in cyber security, working closely with internal teams and external partners to implement, monitor, and improve security measures. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape security strategies, respond to emerging threats, and contribute to the organization’s resilience in a rapidly evolving cyber landscape.

Qualifications The ideal candidate will possess a solid technical foundation in cyber security, infrastructure, or networking, with relevant experience in a similar role. A degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field is advantageous, along with professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CEH, or CompTIA Security+. Candidates with strong hands-on experience in Microsoft-centric environments—such as Microsoft 365, Azure, Intune, and security baselines—are highly preferred. Knowledge of compliance frameworks like Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR is essential. Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels are critical, as is the capacity to manage operational workloads while driving ongoing security improvements. Applicants currently engaged in infrastructure roles that include cyber security responsibilities and seeking to specialize further are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, investigate, and respond to security alerts and potential incidents, working closely with colleagues and the Managed Detection and Response (MDR) provider to ensure swift and effective mitigation.
• Lead security remediation activities on escalated MDR incidents, coordinating technical resolution and ensuring clear communication across IT teams and the wider organization.
• Develop and refine threat detection rules and use cases in collaboration with internal stakeholders and external partners to enhance proactive security measures.
• Implement and maintain security controls across Microsoft 365, Azure, and hybrid infrastructure environments, ensuring all changes are well-documented and communicated effectively.
• Support the operational IT activities by handling service desk tickets, troubleshooting user issues, and assisting with infrastructure, desktop, and application support to ensure seamless business operations.
• Assist in ticket triage, prioritization, resolution, and escalation, maintaining high standards of service and delivering timely support to colleagues.
• Support secure configuration management, identity and access management (IAM), cloud security, patch management, and application security testing as part of broader operational and improvement initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards such as Cyber Essentials, ISO 27001, SOC 2, and GDPR, embedding best practices into daily IT processes.
• Participate actively during high-pressure security incidents, supporting technical resolution and stakeholder communication as part of a coordinated response team.
• Collaborate with third-party suppliers to ensure adherence to best practices, improve service quality, and support continuous security and operational improvements.
• Contribute to the organization’s on-call rota, providing out-of-hours support when required to maintain continuous security coverage.

Benefits Our client offers a competitive salary package commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes pension contributions, flexible working arrangements, and opportunities for professional development. Employees will benefit from a supportive and collaborative work environment, encouraging continuous learning and growth. The organization values work-life balance and offers various wellbeing initiatives to promote a healthy and productive workplace. Additionally, there are opportunities for career progression within a forward-thinking organization committed to investing in its staff’s skills and expertise.

Equal Opportunity

Our client is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. They are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees are treated with respect and fairness. Applications from all qualified individuals are welcome, regardless of race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. The organization believes that a diverse workforce enhances innovation and reflects the community they serve, and they are dedicated to fostering a culture of inclusion and equity at all levels.