Cyber Security Engineer

Marks Sattin; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consulting firm is looking for an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to design and implement security solutions and maintain a robust cyber defense. This role requires expertise in Microsoft technologies, including Defender and Sentinel, and skills in incident response and vulnerability management. Candidates should have over 3 years in cyber security roles and be proficient in threat analysis and risk mitigation strategies.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in cyber security roles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft security platforms and tools.
• Hands-on experience with cyber threats and mitigation strategies.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain cyber security measures.
• Lead security incident response and threat management.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and security audits.

Skills

Microsoft security platforms

Microsoft 365 security tools

Microsoft Sentinel

Conditional Access in Azure AD

Azure Privileged Identity Management

Vulnerability assessments

Threat modelling

Scripting with PowerShell

Incident response

Risk analysis

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Cyber Security Engineer with a strong background in Microsoft technologies to join a dedicated and innovative IT team. In this key role, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining robust cyber security measures to protect critical systems, networks, and data.

Key Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the organisation's security infrastructure by designing, deploying, maintaining, and continuously improving cyber defense mechanisms.
• Implement and manage Microsoft security technologies such as Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure AD Conditional Access, and Microsoft Sentinel.
• Serve as the technical lead for incident response and threat management, including logging, monitoring, investigation, and remediation activities.
• Strengthen identity and access management (IAM) through Azure AD, Multifactor Authentication (MFA), and Privileged Identity Management (PIM).
• Conduct vulnerability assessments, penetration tests, and regular security audits, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Develop and enforce security policies, guidelines, and standards across on‑premises and cloud environments.
• Monitor, analyse, and improve security posture using tools like Azure Security Center, SIEM solutions, and Log Analytics.
• Perform threat hunting activities to identify and neutralise vulnerabilities or risks before they lead to incidents.
• Implement endpoint protection strategies and systems, ensuring devices are properly secured and fully compliant.
• Lead security‑aware culture initiatives, including organising user training, phishing simulations, and facilitating awareness programmes.
• Advise and support stakeholders on project security requirements and contribute to secure designs at all system life‑cycle stages.
• Assist in compliance with industry standards and regulatory frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR).
• Stay up‑to‑date with the latest security technologies, trends, and threats, and proactively apply best practices to strengthen security.

Key Skills and Experience

• Experience in cyber security roles (3+ years) with evidence of applied knowledge across Microsoft security platforms.
• Expertise with Microsoft 365 security tools, including Microsoft Defender for Endpoint, Identity, and Office 365.
• Microsoft Sentinel for incident handling and threat detection.
• Conditional Access and Identity Protection in Azure Active Directory.
• Azure Privileged Identity Management and role‑based access control (RBAC).
• Azure Key Vault and secure credential management.
• Proficiency in conducting vulnerability assessments, threat modelling, and risk analysis within cloud, hybrid, and on‑premises environments.
• Advanced knowledge of security principles, protocols, and procedures, including Zero Trust models and secure network design.
• Hands‑on experience in responding to real‑world cyber threats and understanding mitigation approaches to protect against malware, ransomware, phishing, and advanced persistent threats (APTs).
• Scripting and automation skills for managing and automating repetitive tasks (e.g., PowerShell, Python).
• Understanding of infrastructure as code (IaC) tools, cloud automation, and secure build pipelines for DevOps settings.
• Practical experience with firewalls, endpoint protection systems, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and other security appliances.
• Comprehensive understanding of compliance frameworks such as ISO 27001, NIST, or GDPR.
• Proven ability to identify, analyse, resolve, and communicate technical security issues effectively to diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills to deal with complex incidents and ambiguous technical challenges.

Desirable Certifications

• Microsoft Certified: Cyber Security Architect Expert
• Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst Associate
• Microsoft Certified: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
• Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
• Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
• Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
• GIAC Certifications (e.g., GSEC, GCIA, GCIH)

Seniority level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Information Technology

Industries

IT Services and IT Consulting, IT System Operations and Maintenance, and Computer and Network Security

London, England, United Kingdom