Cyber Security Engineer

Searchability; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunity to work on complex and技n

Job summary

Searchability in Cheltenham is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to lead security work packages for client and internal programmes. The role focuses on security management plans, risk assessments, and development of security controls and reports.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in networking, systems and application security, plus certifications such as CISSP, CISM or CEH and UK Security Clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cyber security with focus on security engineering.
• Strong understanding of networking, systems and application security.
• Experience with risk assessments and security controls.
• Knowledge of ISO 27001 and NIST.
• Understanding of vulnerability management.
• Experience with security tools and technologies.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Degree in Cyber Security or IT.
• Professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM or CEH.
• UK Security Clearance holder or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver Cyber Security work packages across client and internal programmes.
• Develop Security Management Plans, conduct risk assessments, define security controls, plan vulnerability management, and produce Security Case Reports.
• Develop Key and Certificate Management Plans, create security policies and procedures, act as SME for security requirements, and contribute to capability development.

Skills

Cyber Security

Security Engineering

Networking Security

Risk Assessments

Security Controls

Vulnerability Mgmt

ISO 27001

NIST

CISSP

CISM

CEH

UK Security Clearance

Education

Cyber Security Degree

Information Technology Degree

CISSP

CISM

CEH

Job description

£55,000 Depending on Experience

Full‑time onsite role

Active eDV clearance required

ABOUT THE CLIENT

Our client is a specialist organisation delivering complex technical programmes within secure environments. They are looking to strengthen their Cyber Security capability with an experienced Cyber Security Engineer who can support both client projects and internal delivery programmes.

THE BENEFITS

• Opportunity to work on complex and technically challenging security projects
• Exposure to a broad range of Cyber Security disciplines
• Professional development within a specialist technical environment
• Enhanced Sick Pay
• EV Scheme
• Life Assurance
• Flexible cash package for medical expenses

THE CYBER SECURITY ENGINEER ROLE

As a Cyber Security Engineer, you will lead and deliver Cyber Security work packages across client and internal programmes. Your responsibilities will include developing Security Management Plans, conducting risk assessments, defining and developing security controls, vulnerability management planning and producing Security Case Reports.

You will also develop Key and Certificate Management Plans, create security policies and procedures, act as an SME for security requirements and contribute to the continued development of the organisation's Cyber Security capability.

CYBER SECURITY ENGINEER ESSENTIAL SKILLS

• Proven experience within Cyber Security, with a focus on security engineering
• Strong understanding of networking, systems and application security
• Experience with risk assessments and security controls
• Knowledge of security frameworks and standards, including ISO 27001 and NIST
• Understanding of vulnerability management
• Experience using security tools and technologies
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
• Degree in Cyber Security, Information Technology or a related field
• Relevant professional certifications such as CISSP, CISM or CEH
• Must hold, or be eligible to obtain, UK Security Clearance

KEY SKILLS

Cyber Security Engineer, Security Engineering, Cyber Security, Risk Assessment, Security Controls, Vulnerability Management, Security Management Plans, Security Case, ISO 27001, NIST, CISSP, CISM, CEH, Security Clearance, NSD

By applying for this role, you give express consent for us to process and submit (subject to required skills) your application to our client in conjunction with this vacancy only.