Cyber Security Engineer

Hays.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a cybersecurity professional to enhance its security posture. In this role, you will support the implementation of tailored cybersecurity strategies, conduct security assessments, and monitor security events. You'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate security best practices and stay updated on the latest threats. This position requires strong communication skills to convey complex concepts to non-technical stakeholders and the ability to guide junior team members. Join a forward-thinking organization committed to fostering a culture of security and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Security Technologies and security controls.
• Experience with security assessments and vulnerability scanning.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation of cybersecurity strategies and policies.
• Conduct regular security assessments and vulnerability scans.
• Monitor security logs and respond to incidents.

Skills

Microsoft Security Technologies (Sentinel, Entra, Defender)

Security controls design and implementation

Security assessment tools

Vulnerability scanning

Penetration testing methodologies

Cybersecurity threats understanding

Security logs analysis

Communication skills

Job description

Key deliverables
In this role you are likely to spend most of your time:

• Supporting the implementation of the clients' cybersecurity strategies, policies, and procedures tailored to the specific needs of our organisation.
• Conducting regular security assessments and vulnerability scans, to identify potential weaknesses and recommend appropriate remediation measures.
• Monitoring and analysing security logs, events, and alerts to detect and respond to potential security incidents in a timely manner.
• Continuously developing and managing the SIEM solution. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to integrate security controls and best practices into the development and deployment of new systems, applications, and technologies.
• Keeping up to date with the latest cybersecurity threats, trends, and technologies, and proactively recommend improvements to our security posture.
• Supporting incident response efforts, including investigation, containment, and recovery, and provide guidance to junior security team members.
• Assisting in the development and delivery of cybersecurity awareness and training programs to promote a culture of security throughout the organisation.
• Assist with compliance with relevant security frameworks, regulations, and standards, such as Cyber Essentials, CAF/Gov Assure and NCSC.
• Support vulnerability management report and process
• Assist with any other tasks/projects which need prioritising
• Documenting of alerts and creation of playbooks

Professional Skills Required:

• Proficiency with Microsoft Security Technologies, such as Sentinel, Entra and Defender
  
• Proven experience designing, implementing, and maintaining security controls.
  
• Experience with security assessment tools, vulnerability scanning, and penetration testing methodologies.
  
• Understanding of current cybersecurity threats, attack vectors, and mitigation strategies.
  
• Ability to analyse and interpret security logs, events, and alerts to detect and respond to security incidents effectively.
  
• Familiarity with security frameworks and standards (e.g., NIST Cybersecurity Framework, CyberEssentials and CyberEssentials Plus, NCSC).
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex security concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
  

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