Cyber Security Engineer

Tesco; Digswell; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail organization is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to enhance its cyber security strategies and prevention capabilities. The role involves collaboration with various teams to protect both on-premises and cloud assets. Strong experience in prevention platforms and a programming background are required, alongside a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace. This position offers flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working patterns

Inclusive culture

Opportunities for personal development

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with antivirus or endpoint protection.
• Knowledge of Python, PowerShell, or Bash.
• Familiarity with data protection security frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain technical prevention controls.
• Collaborate with security teams for incident support.
• Ensure prevention capabilities in cloud and on-premises.

Skills

Hands-on experience with cybersecurity prevention platforms

Knowledge of at least one programming or scripting language

Familiarity with security frameworks for data protection

Understanding of hardening & compliance frameworks

Working knowledge of REST APIs

Job description

Cyber Security Engineer at Tesco

As a Cyber Security Engineer, you will develop, implement, and continuously improve Tesco's cyber security prevention capabilities both day-to-day and strategically across the Tesco Group.

You will understand the changing threat landscape, identify opportunities for improvement, and ensure appropriate coverage for the organization. You will collaborate with teams such as security operations, detection engineering, risk & compliance, and subsidiary businesses.

This role involves protecting a large and diverse estate of assets and identities, both on-premises and in the cloud, including servers and user workstations.

Your responsibilities include developing, implementing, and maintaining technical prevention controls across endpoint and email systems, focusing on Data Loss Prevention (DLP), system hardening, and secure configuration.

You must ensure prevention capabilities are suitable for both on-premises and cloud environments, working at scale across various asset types.

You may also support cybersecurity incidents, conduct security testing, and collaborate with security teams to automate processes and standardize strategies for improved efficiency and data protection.

Required Skills and Experience

1. Hands-on experience with cybersecurity prevention platforms (antivirus, endpoint protection)
2. Knowledge of at least one programming or scripting language such as Python, PowerShell, or Bash
3. Familiarity with security frameworks for data protection and data classification methodologies
4. Understanding of hardening & compliance frameworks like CIS
5. Working knowledge of REST APIs

About Tesco

Our vision is to become every customer's favorite way to shop, whether at home or on the move. Our core purpose is ‘Serving our customers, communities, and the planet a little better every day’.

We promote an inclusive culture where everyone feels able to be themselves. We celebrate diversity and are committed to providing equal opportunities. Tesco is a Disability Confident Leader, committed to accessible recruitment and support.

We offer flexible working patterns, combining office and remote work, and value collaboration, innovation, and connection in our workplaces.