Cyber Security Engineer

Synechron; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Synechron in Glasgow seeks experienced Cybersecurity Engineers to join our Banking Client team. You will build and maintain cryptographic infrastructure, manage encryption key lifecycles, and integrate cryptographic services with enterprise applications.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in cybersecurity engineering, security operations, risk management, and enterprise security controls in regulated environments; experience with HSMs, KMIP, PKCS#11, and observability tools is a plus.

Qualifications

• Experience with encryption key lifecycle management (generation, rotation, archival, destruction).
• Experience in supporting cryptographic infrastructure and key management platforms such as CipherTrust Manager and Luna HSMs.
• Experience in automation and scripting (PowerShell, Python) for operational efficiency.
• Ability to integrate cryptographic services with enterprise applications using KMIP and PKCS#11.
• Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments.
• Knowledge of Observability tools such as Prometheus and Grafana.
• Understanding regulatory requirements and risk controls related to cryptographic infrastructure.
• Ability to translate information into plans and present summaries to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Build and Maintain cryptographic infrastructure, including HSMs and key management platforms.
• Manage encryption key lifecycle processes (generation, rotation, archival, destruction) aligned with Firm security standards.
• Integrate cryptographic services with enterprise applications using KMIP and PKCS#11.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, risk, and compliance teams to ensure adherence to regulatory and internal controls.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to cryptographic systems and vaults.
• Maintain documentation and assist customers through FAQs.
• Drive automation and process improvements for certificate and key management workflows.
• Interact with team members and leadership on security topics.

Skills

Encryption key lifecycle management

Cryptographic infrastructure

KMIP

PKCS#11

Luna HSMs

CipherTrust Manager

PowerShell

Python

Linux/Unix

Observability tools

Tools

CipherTrust Manager

Luna Hardware Security Modules

PowerShell

Python

Prometheus

Grafana

Job description

We are seeking experienced Cybersecurity Engineers to join our Banking Client in Glasgow. The ideal candidates will have strong expertise in cybersecurity engineering, security operations, risk management, and enterprise security controls within highly regulated environments.

• Job Description – Cybersecurity Engineer (Senior & Junior)
• Position: Cybersecurity Engineer
• Location: Glasgow, UK
• Employment Type: Permanent / Contract
• Experience Required: 5+ Years
• Open Positions: 2 (Senior & Junior)

About Company:

Synechron is a global technology consulting firm that helps leading organizations accelerate digital transformation through innovation, expertise, and agility. With more than 16,500 professionals across around 60 offices in over 20 countries, we combine deep industry knowledge with advanced capabilities in AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and data engineering.

Our regional teams, supported by strategic delivery centers, provide scalable, cost-efficient solutions tailored to local markets. Through our award-winning Synechron FinLabs accelerators and strategic partnerships with AWS, Microsoft, Databricks, Salesforce, and ServiceNow, we enable clients to innovate fast and lead with confidence. For more information on the company, please visit our website or LinkedIn community.

Synechron: Technology and AI Consulting for Business

Synechron is an innovative global consulting firm delivering industry-leading digital solutions to transform and empower businesses.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Synechron’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) program, Same Difference, was developed because we believe in a culture of listening, respect, and opportunity.

We each bring unique backgrounds, thoughts, talents, and experiences with us to work every day, and we know that by embracing them, we are creating an even greater Synechron. The best way to build a strong team is to value individual differences. So, it doesn’t matter where you’re from or what you’ve had to do to get here – if you have the skills, enthusiasm, and drive to make your mark, we’ll support you like we support each other. Choose a career with us and let’s pursue innovation, together.

Job Descriptions:

• Build and Maintain cryptographic infrastructure, including Hardware Security Modules (HSMs) and key management platforms.
• Manage encryption key lifecycle processes (generation, rotation, archival, destruction) aligned with Firm security standards.
• Integrate cryptographic services with enterprise applications using protocols such as KMIP and PKCS#11.
• Collaborate with cybersecurity, risk, and compliance teams to ensure adherence to regulatory and internal control requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to cryptographic systems and vaults.
• Maintain documentation, assist customers through FAQ entries and similar
• Drive automation and process improvements for certificate and key management workflows.
• Interact regularly with team members and occasionally leadership on a range of security topics

Skills Required:

• Understanding of encryption key lifecycle management, including generation, rotation, archival, and destruction.
• Experience in supporting cryptographic infrastructure and key management platforms such as CipherTrust Manager and Luna Hardware Security Modules.
• Experience in automation and scripting (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for operational efficiency.
• Ability to integrate cryptographic services with enterprise applications using protocols like KMIP and PKCS#11.
• Proficiency in Linux or other Unix variant
• Experience/Knowledge with Observability tools such as Prometheus and Grafana
• Understanding of regulatory requirements and risk controls related to cryptographic infrastructure.
• Ability to process information, translate into plans and present summaries to stakeholders.
• Experienced understanding of business line and discipline.