Cyber Security Engineer

Picture More Ltd; Ouzlewell Green; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Picture More Ltd in Leeds is seeking an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to join a hands-on team protecting critical systems and data. Hybrid role with 3 days in the office, permanent contract, and a salary up to £60,000 plus benefits.

You will work with Microsoft Sentinel, Security Copilot and Azure, coordinate with IT and an outsourced SOC, and help advance threat detection, incident response and security operations in a fast-paced professional services environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in Cyber Security Operations, Incident Response or Threat Detection.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM) and KQL.
• Azure cloud security experience.
• Experience with outsourced SOC/MDR providers and knowledge of modern threats.

Responsibilities

• Protect critical systems and data while improving security operations.
• Drive threat detection enhancements and incident response capabilities.
• Collaborate with internal IT teams and an outsourced SOC to strengthen security.

Skills

Cyber security operations

Incident response

Threat detection

Microsoft Sentinel

KQL

Azure security

SOC outsourcing experience

Threat intel awareness

Education

SC-200

AZ-500

Security+

CySA+

Job description

Are you a hands-on Cyber Security Engineer looking to work with the latest security technologies and help shape a modern security function?

We're working with a leading professional services firm that is looking to add an experienced Cyber Security Engineer to its growing team.

Location: Leeds
Working pattern: Hybrid - 3 days a week in the office
Role type: Permanent
Salary: Up to £60,000 plus benefits package

This is a technical, hands-on role where you'll play a key part in protecting critical systems and data, while driving improvements across security operations, threat detection and incident response.

You'll work with technologies including Microsoft Sentinel, Security Copilot and Azure, collaborating with internal IT teams and an outsourced SOC to strengthen security capabilities. You'll also have the opportunity to support AI-driven security initiatives and stay ahead of emerging threats, including AI and automated attack methods.

We're looking for someone with:

• Experience in Cyber Security Operations, Incident Response or Threat Detection
• Strong hands‑on experience with Microsoft Sentinel (SIEM) including KQL
• Azure cloud security experience
• Experience working with an outsourced SOC/MDR provider
• Knowledge of modern cyber threats including ransomware, identity‑based attacks and cloud security risks
• Relevant certifications such as SC-200, AZ-500, Security+, CySA+ or similar
• Local to Leeds - able to work in the office three days a week

This is a great opportunity to join a collaborative team where you'll have the chance to make a real impact, work with leading security technologies, and contribute to the continued development of a modern cyber security capability.