Cyber Security Engineer

Job Description

Permanent Salary: Between £45,000 – £53,000 (negotiable for right candidate)

Location: Hybrid / Leicester

Working Arrangement: Hybrid – 1 day in office after initial training

I’m seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to join a multinational organisation in a delivery-focused role. You’ll be actively involved in various aspects of operational cyber security while also providing consultancy to the core business, international units, and the Managed Security Service Provider. This position requires expensed travel between Leicester and Sunderland.

With the company undergoing significant changes in cyber security, this role offers a blend of hands-on security engineering, incident escalations, and project delivery. Responsibilities include stakeholder engagement, gap analysis, site visits, and third-party management.

Your Role Will Involve:

• Supporting the day-to-day operations of the organisation’s IT security in collaboration with the MSSP.
• Implementing and enforcing security initiatives set by cyber leadership.
• Contributing to cyber-specific transformation projects.
• Engaging with international business units on cybersecurity matters during acquisitions.
• Delivering cybersecurity projects across key areas, including:
  • SIEM management
  • Vulnerability management
  • IPS/IDS operations
  • Runbook management
  • Identity and Access Management (IAM)
  • Risk mitigation

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• A strong technical background in cybersecurity.
• Experience in delivering cybersecurity projects.
• Familiarity with the Rapid7 suite (preferred).
• Hands-on experience with common SIEM tools.
• Knowledge of vulnerability scanning and management solutions.
• Expertise in endpoint detection security.