Cyber Security Engineer

Henderson Scott; England; On-site; GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT consultancy in England seeks a Cyber Security Engineer to join their team. You will monitor systems for threats, manage vulnerabilities, and support IT projects. The ideal candidate has 2+ years in IT security and a CompTIA Security+ qualification. This role offers competitive salary of circa £55K, benefits, and a hybrid working environment.

Benefits

Benefits and Bonus

Qualifications

• 2+ years in an IT security role.
• Experience with vulnerability management and patch deployment.
• Familiarity with ITIL support processes.
• Strong technical knowledge of IT infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Monitor systems and networks for potential threats.
• Investigate and respond to security alerts.
• Manage security patching: testing, deploying, and verifying updates.
• Maintain cyber security procedures and documentation.

Skills

IT security experience

Vulnerability management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

CompTIA Security+ qualification

Tools

Microsoft Intune

Job description

🛡️ Cyber Security Engineer – Kent (Hybrid) – Circa 55K + Benefits and Bonus 🔒

We’re looking for a hands‑on Cyber Security Engineer to join our IT team. You’ll help protect our systems, manage patching, identify vulnerabilities, and respond to security events, while occasionally supporting general IT projects.

What you’ll do:

• Monitor systems and networks for potential threats.
• Investigate and respond to security alerts, escalating when needed.
• Manage security patching: testing, deploying, and verifying updates.
• Maintain cyber security procedures and documentation.
• Provide IT support when required.
• Attend regular cyber/vulnerability meetings and share expertise.

What we’re looking for:

• 2+ years in an IT security role.
• Experience with vulnerability management and patch deployment (e.g., Microsoft Intune).
• Familiarity with ITIL support processes and Cyber Essentials or ISO 27001.
• Strong technical knowledge of IT infrastructure, networks, and operating systems.
• Good communication skills to explain risks to technical and non‑technical teams.
• CompTIA Security+ or equivalent qualification.

Who you are:

• Methodical, thorough, and detail‑oriented.
• Reliable, proactive, and flexible with a “can do” attitude.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• A team player who collaborates well with colleagues.

Join a supportive team where you can grow your career in a professional services environment.