Cyber Security Engineer

National Physical Laboratory; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to strengthen their security team in Birmingham. This role entails implementing security controls, managing vulnerabilities, and supporting operational activities in a hybrid environment, ensuring the safety of both corporate and scientific operations.

Qualifications

• Experience with security tooling such as SIEM, IDS, and Vulnerability Management.
• Strong familiarity with Windows and Linux OS.
• Must have or be able to obtain an SC security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Review and act upon security alerts generated by tooling.
• Monitor the environment for potential threats and vulnerabilities.
• Serve as an escalation point within the security team.

Skills

Security tooling

Network protocols

Security architecture

Windows OS

Linux OS

Threat intelligence

Tools

SIEM

IDS

Vulnerability Management

Job description

NPL is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to join the team responsible for maintaining the organisation's security. The role involves implementing technical controls from endpoints to the cloud, supporting operational activities, enabling project delivery, and managing vulnerabilities through patch and lifecycle management across diverse systems in a corporate and scientific environment.

Responsibilities

• Review and act upon security alerts generated by tooling.
• Monitor the environment for potential threats, vulnerabilities, and indicators of compromise.
• Serve as an escalation point within the security team, providing assistance and mentoring.
• Contribute to the development of SOC procedures and documentation.
• Assist with remediation activities.
• Understand and utilize Threat Intelligence.
• Create workflows for automation tools.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to commute to the UKTL offices in Birmingham at least twice a week.
• Experience with security tooling such as SIEM, IDS, and Vulnerability Management.
• Knowledge of network protocols and security architecture.
• Strong familiarity with Windows and Linux OS.
• Experience working within a hybrid Azure environment and securing multi-site IT environments, including remote/mobile devices.
• Must have or be able to obtain an SC security clearance.

About the Organisation

The National Physical Laboratory (NPL) is a world-leading centre providing measurement science, engineering, and technology to support prosperity and quality of life in the UK. We are committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion, welcoming applications from all backgrounds.

Note: If you are not a passport holder of the country for the vacancy, you might need a work permit. All applications should be submitted via the 'Apply now' button. This job posting is active as of 22/06/2025.