Cyber Security Engineer

The University of Manchester; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Manchester is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to design and maintain secure systems across the University. This role involves working with cyber security architects and IT professionals to ensure that technologies are secure by design. The ideal candidate should have experience in cloud security, particularly with Microsoft Azure and AWS, and a collaborative mindset. Join us for a rewarding career in a dynamic environment that prioritizes security and innovation.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allowance

Pension scheme

Well-being programme

Learning and development opportunities

Cycle to Work Scheme

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in securing cloud computing platforms.
• Experience with identity and access management.
• Problem-solving and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain secure systems.
• Define technical controls and validate security solutions.
• Influence management of cyber risk.

Skills

Cyber security solutions delivery

Cloud security (Azure, AWS)

Container security

DevSecOps practices

Tools

M365

Job description

About IT Services

IT Services at the University of Manchester is a vibrant and fast‑moving department, we focus on delivering excellent customer service and quality services for our staff, students and researchers.

The Team

The Security Architecture and Engineering team plays a vital role in protecting the University’s digital assets. We work collaboratively across faculties, projects and support services to design and implement secure technology solutions. Our team is focused on enabling the University to innovate while staying secure and resilient against cyber threats. We’re passionate about building a strong, adaptable security posture that’s ready for the future of higher education.

The Role

We’re looking for a Cyber Security Engineer to help design, implement and maintain secure systems and services across the University. Working closely with cyber security architects, project teams and other IT professionals, you’ll contribute to everything from defining technical controls to validating security solutions.

You’ll help ensure that new and existing technologies are "secure by design," using a mix of best practice, innovation and collaboration. This role offers a unique opportunity to influence how the University manages cyber risk while enabling digital transformation across research, teaching and support services.

The Person

The ideal candidate will bring experience in delivering cyber security solutions within complex environments. You’ll understand security fundamentals and be able to apply them creatively to evolving technologies.

You will bring hands‑on experience in securing cloud computing platforms, particularly Microsoft Azure and AWS. You have expertise in applying security controls across platforms like M365.

Ensuring secure identity and access management and configuring cloud‑native tools to detect and respond to threats.

Experience with container security, Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and DevSecOps practices will be a real plus.

You’ll be someone who enjoys solving problems, sharing knowledge and finding ways to improve how things work. A collaborative mindset and an interest in continuous learning are essential.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave allowance, including Christmas/New Year closure;
• Pension scheme membership to provide benefits for you and your family;
• Well‑being programme with counselling, fitness and leading sports facilities;
• Learning and development opportunities;
• Season ticket loans for public transport;
• Cycle to Work Scheme;
• Workplace nursery scheme;
• Staff recognition schemes;
• Staff discounts on a range of products and services including travel and high street savings.

In fact, there are so many benefits available you can see more of them by clicking HERE.

Find out more about our organisation and values:

• IT Services: About us and ITS Practice Charter

When completing the additional information section of your application, please ensure you make reference to the job description and person specification above, as this will form an integral part of the shortlisting process.

As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applicants from all sections of the community regardless of age, sex, gender (or gender identity), ethnicity, disability, sexual orientation and transgender status. All appointments are made on merit.

Our university is positive about flexible working— you can find out more here.

Hybrid working arrangements may be considered.

Please be aware that due to the number of applications we are unfortunately not able to provide individual feedback on your application.

Please note that we are unable to respond to enquiries, accept CVs or applications from Recruitment Agencies. Any recruitment enquiries from recruitment agencies should be directed to [e-mail]. Any CVs submitted by a recruitment agency will be considered a gift.

Enquiries about the vacancy, shortlisting and interviews:

Name: IT Resource Management Team

Email: [e-mail]

General enquiries:

Email: [e-mail]

Technical support:

https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home

This vacancy will close for applications at midnight on the closing date.

Please see the link below for the Further Particulars document which contains the person specification criteria.