Cyber Security Engineer

Company cultures & job summary

Our client is looking for Cyber Security Engineers to join a team protecting some of the UK's most critical organisations. This is a broad, evolving role that spans cyber analysis, software engineering, threat research and capability development so if you thrive on variety and complex problems, this could be the one.  Apply Now!

Working Patterns and location – Fully on site

·        Build tools and platforms that help cyber teams work more effectively.

·        Analyse large and complex datasets to surface valuable insights.

·        Develop automation and software to improve cyber operations and workflows.

·        Research emerging technologies, adversary behaviour and analytical techniques.

·        Support investigations into sophisticated and high-priority cyber activity.

·        Create new capabilities to defend UK critical infrastructure and government organisations.

·        Collaborate with engineers, analysts and cyber specialists to solve complex problems.

·        Continuously learn and adapt as the threat landscape and technology evolves.

·        Strong interest and background in cyber security, technology or solving complex technical problems.

·        Analytical mindset with a structured, logical approach to problem solving.

·        Willingness to work across cyber, software and data disciplines and pick up new tools quickly.

·        Strong communication and collaboration skills — comfortable working as part of a multidisciplinary team.

·        Proactive approach to personal development and continuous improvement.

·        Ability to understand how technology, data and security combine to create real-world outcomes.

·        Growth mindset and genuine enthusiasm for tackling unfamiliar, challenging problems.

·        Must already hold UK Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance.

The client would also like to see some of the below, but this is not essential:

·        Experience with programming, scripting or software development — professional, academic or personal projects.

·        Familiarity with data analysis, data visualisation or working with large complex datasets.

·        Exposure to cyber security concepts such as threat detection, incident response or vulnerability management.

·        Experience using automation to improve processes or solve technical problems.

·        Familiarity with Linux, cloud platforms, databases, APIs or modern development practices.

·        Practical security experience from home labs, hackathons, open-source contributions or self-directed learning.

• Annual bonus up to 10%.

• Pension up to 5% Employee/10% Employer.

• Private Medical Cover.

• Dental Insurance.

• Health Assessment.

• Life Assurance.

Our client is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Part-time opportunities/flexible working is available to suit individual needs.

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You will be required to hold a minimum of DV Clearance. If you do not hold an active DV Clearance, please familiarise yourself with the vetting process before applying.

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