Cyber Security Engineer

Intrum; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading credit management company in Manchester is seeking a Cyber Security Engineer to tackle complex security challenges. This role involves managing security technologies, overseeing incident response, and implementing security controls across cloud environments. Ideal candidates will possess strong experience in Microsoft security tools and cloud security principles. A competitive salary and extensive benefits package are offered, including health insurance and training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive salary

33 days holidays including bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Access to gym membership discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience in cloud security operations.
• Ability to apply security controls across AWS and Azure.
• Experience with vulnerability management platforms.

Responsibilities

• Operate and optimise core cyber security tools.
• Lead detection and response lifecycle.
• Deliver actionable security reporting.

Skills

Hands-on experience with Microsoft’s security suite

Knowledge of cloud security principles

Strong understanding of network architecture

Automation and scripting skills

Experience in security incident response

Education

Formal qualifications (e.g., SSCP, CompTIA Security+, CRISC)

Tools

SIEM

XDR

EDR

DLP

IAM

Job description

At Intrum, you will grow by making a difference. You will do it in a highly international environment and in a supportive culture where effort counts.

You don’t become the industry leader with average IT hires.

Join Intrum UK as a Cyber Security Engineer.

Do you thrive on solving complex security challenges and innovating in cloud-first environments?

Intrum UK is seeking an experienced and proactive Cyber Operations Engineer to support the resilience, visibility, and protection of our hybrid IT estate—particularly within our AWS infrastructure. This role forms a critical part of our Cyber Security Operations function and is instrumental in delivering robust, scalable, and compliant security operations aligned with FCA Consumer Duty and broader regulatory obligations.

You will play a key role in the operational management of security technologies, incident response processes, and the continuous enhancement of our detection and response capabilities. The successful candidate will bring hands-on expertise in, cloud security operations, threat detection and DevSecOps practices, ensuring security is embedded within operational workflows and cloud-native architectures.

What you will do:

• Operate and optimise core cyber security tools and platforms, including SIEM, XDR, EDR, DLP, IAM, PAM, ZTNA and vulnerability management solutions

• Lead or support the detection and response lifecycle, including triage of alerts, investigation of incidents, root cause analysis, and coordination of response actions.

• Implement and administrate security operational controls across AWS, Azure, and on-prem environments, ensuring consistent alignment with ISO 27001, PCI-DSS, CIS and internal governance requirements.

• Deliver clear, actionable security reporting and dashboards for both technical and executive audiences, covering vulnerabilities, threats, control coverage, and incident trends.

• Maintain and enhance operational documentation, including runbooks, playbooks, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)

• Support internal and external audit processes by maintaining evidence artefacts, compliance reporting, and validation of control effectiveness.

• Devoted to the FCA principle of Consumer Duty; by ensuring we are driving good customer outcomes across all aspects that have potential to impact our customers.

What we're looking for:

• Financial Services experience within a similar role.

• Hands-on experience with Microsoft’s security suite, including the Defender stack (Defender for Endpoint, Defender for Cloud, Defender for Identity) and Microsoft Purview.

• Practical experience in applying cloud security principles and governance controls across AWS and Azure, leveraging native monitoring tools to maintain regulatory compliance and operational visibility.

• Skilled in the administration and optimisation of vulnerability management platforms within operational environments.

• Strong understanding of network architecture and protocols, including the OSI model, with the ability to apply layered security controls across infrastructure and cloud environments.

• Demonstrated ability to assess control effectiveness and identify compliance gaps against frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, CIS Benchmarks, and PCI DSS. Experienced in conducting security assessments and aligning solutions with ITSM, ITIL, and service improvement standards.

• Proven track record in supporting security incidents, implementing automation, and developing scripts to enhance operational efficiency.

• Adept at translating technical findings into clear, actionable reports for both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Recognised for cross-functional collaboration and mentoring peers across departments.

• Approaches security challenges proactively, creatively, and with a continuous improvement mindset. Holds a strong combination of formal qualifications (e.g., SSCP, CompTIA Security+ , CRISC,GCIH) and practical, real-world experience.

What we offer: At Intrum we offer not only a challenging and rewarding career but also:

• Lifestyle: A competitive salary and attractive benefits package including 33 days holidays including bank holidays upon commencement, with the ability to buy more or sell back. You can participate in gadget schemes. Contributory workplace pension scheme. Additionally, you’ll get an extra day to celebrate your birthday.

• Opportunities to grow: You’ll receive training and coaching for your personal development/progression, and employee recognition programmes to help you grow in your career.

• Health: You’ll have access to private medical insurance, life assurance, and more.

• Wellbeing: You’ll enjoy discounts on gym memberships, cycle to work schemes, and a 24/7 employee assistance programme. You’ll also have sociable working hours and breakfast/ snacks provided in the office.

• Supportive, open, and value-driven culture: Ethics. Dedication. Solutions. Empathy. Our values aren’t just words hanging in the reception. They guide us all daily. It’s what makes our culture inclusively open, inspiringly supportive and rich in diverse perspectives. It’s why Intrum is a natural home for people ready to make a difference. And it’s why people like you recognise this is the place to do just that.

How to apply:

If you are interested in this position and believe you have the right experience, please send your English CV via the “apply button”. Are you curious and have some questions? You’re welcome to contact “our recruitment team for more information.

At Intrum we strive to create a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

If a person with disabilities is put at a disadvantage compared to a non-disabled person, we have a duty to make reasonable changes to our processes. If you need a change to be made so that you can make your application, you should contact Intrum Talent Acquisition team via [e-mail] as soon as possible before the closing date to discuss your needs.

About Intrum:

Intrum is the industry-leading provider of credit management services across 20 markets in Europe. By helping companies to get paid and support people with their late payments, Intrum leads the way to a sound economy and plays a critical role in society at large.

Intrum has circa 10,000 dedicated professionals who serve around 80,000 companies across Europe.

At Intrum we consider everybody to be a leader. We lead ourselves when collaborate to meet the needs of our clients and customers. We are all accountable to our actions as well as trust and care for each other. This makes us all leaders, independent of role or responsibility, and this is reflected in our 3 leadership principles: Deliver Impact, Inspire Trust and Embrace Growth.

We are an equal opportunities employer and authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. We will conduct credit, fraud, criminal record, right to work and reference checks as part of our pre-employment screening. You should not be bankrupt, have any outstanding county court judgments on your credit file. You must not have excessive default balances and any outstanding debt will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

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Do you feel that you might be the right person? Great! Apply now. Looking forward to hearing from you!