Cyber Security Engineer

Unitevê UFF; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a proactive Cyber Security Engineer to enhance their IT systems and ensure robust security measures. This role involves working closely with the Head of IT to identify and implement new technologies, improve current processes, and ensure effective collaboration among teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Cyber Security, particularly with MS Azure and Cyber Essentials certification. If you are passionate about making impactful improvements in a home-based setting, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Experience in Cyber Security roles is essential.
• Strong background in IT Infrastructure and support.

Responsibilities

• Support Head of IT in identifying new technologies for system improvement.
• Monitor Azure alerts and inform Head of IT of potential incidents.

Skills

Cyber Security

MS Azure

O365

Active Directory

Cisco Meraki

SharePoint

Risk Identification

Project Management

Job description

Cyber Security Engineer– (IT, Cyber, Azure, O365, AD, Active Directory, Cisco, Meraki, Project Management, SharePoint, Data Protection, Compliance, GDPR, Cyber Essentials) – FTC – Home Based

Charles Simon Associates are currently looking for a Cyber Security Engineer on an initial 12 month FTC.

This is a position for someone who is proactive, who will look to seek out and make improvements to the current systems that will allow for less downtime and less need to use 3rd party support.

Location: Home Based

Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum Pro Rata

Skills/Requirements for the Cyber Security Engineer:

1. Previous experience within a similar role is vital for this position
2. Experience of working either within a Cyber Essentials Plus environment, or helping a business secure Cyber Essentials Plus certification
3. Extensive IT Infrastructure background and support
4. Strong MS Azure experience
5. Experience of O365 (full Suite)
6. Active Directory
7. Cisco Meraki
8. SharePoint
9. Identification of Risks within Cyber Security

Start date: ASAP for the Cyber Security Engineer

The Cyber Security Engineer will be responsible for:

1. Supporting the Head of IT in identifying new and advancing technologies that could help bolster and improve systems already in operation.
2. Providing the business on improvements and innovations and drive forward change management.
3. Ensuring that collaboration between teams is exercised and the correct involvement by the teams is established.
4. Gaining knowledge and understanding of the business to best capture the requirements of the business.
5. Ensuring the correct technology is used when developing and changing systems.
6. Ensuring that all systems are efficient and effective, reviewing the current process to understand if there are better ways to complete a task.
7. Building reports and provide regular updates to the Head of IT, regarding performance and Cyber Security Risks.
8. Providing support on the procurement process for IT equipment, raising Purchase Orders and liaising with suppliers.
9. Monitoring the Azure alerts and inform the Head of IT of any potential incidents.

Please send an up-to-date copy of your CV to be considered for the Cyber Security Engineer.