AWS Cloud Security Engineer - Hybrid (Manchester)

Nicoll Curtin; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicoll Curtin is recruiting for an AWS Cloud Security Engineer in Manchester. The role is hybrid with 3 days on-site, focused on protecting cloud environments supporting emergency services and public safety operations.

You will own security incidents, review AWS configurations, and work with a global team to strengthen security operations while supporting local IT needs in the Manchester office.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in Cyber Security, SecOps or Cloud Security.
• Experience in responding to security incidents.
• Strong knowledge of AWS cloud security best practices.

Responsibilities

• Own and drive security incidents across cloud infra, networks, endpoints, and applications
• Review and improve AWS security configurations and cloud controls
• Collaborate with global cybersecurity team to strengthen security operations
• Support SIEM, endpoint protection, and threat detection activities
• Assist with local IT support and technical issues within Manchester office
• Participate in an on‑call rota for critical security incidents
• Contribute to security hardening, risk reduction, and continuous improvement initiatives

Skills

SIEM & Monitoring

SecOps

Windows Admin & Networking

ISO 27001 Knowledge

Job description

Nicoll Curtin is recruiting for an AWS Cloud Security Engineer in Manchester. The role is hybrid with 3 days on-site, focused on protecting cloud environments supporting emergency services and public safety operations.

You will own security incidents, review AWS configurations, and work with a global team to strengthen security operations while supporting local IT needs in the Manchester office.