Information Security Engineer

Placements24; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Modern security tools

Career growth

Team environment

Retirement fund & medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 in London is seeking an Information Security Engineer to contribute to the security infrastructure, focusing on design, implementation and operational management of security technologies that protect the organization's information assets. This hybrid role offers a mix of remote work and on-site collaboration.

You will work with a variety of security tools and platforms, develop monitoring and logging capabilities, participate in security architecture reviews, respond to alerts,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Information Technology or related field.
• 3-5 years of experience in information security engineering or operations.
• Proficiency with various security technologies and protocols.
• Experience with scripting for automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell).
• Understanding of network infrastructure and operating systems security.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Implement, configure, and maintain security solutions such as firewalls, IPS, and VPNs.
• Develop and manage security monitoring and logging capabilities.
• Participate in security architecture reviews and input on new designs.
• Respond to and resolve security alerts and incidents.
• Automate security tasks and workflows where possible.
• Conduct security assessments of systems and applications.

Skills

Information security engineering

Scripting (Python, PowerShell)

Networking

Security technologies

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

Firewalls

Intrusion prevention systems

VPNs

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Information Security Engineer to contribute to their security infrastructure in East London. This role focuses on the design, implementation, and operational management of security technologies that protect the organization's information assets. You will work with a variety of security tools and platforms to ensure robust defense mechanisms are in place and performing optimally. This hybrid position offers a dynamic work environment where technical expertise is valued, with a mix of remote work and on-site collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement, configure, and maintain security solutions such as firewalls, intrusion prevention systems, and VPNs.


• Develop and manage security monitoring and logging capabilities.


• Participate in security architecture reviews and provide input on new system designs.


• Respond to and resolve security system alerts and incidents.


• Automate security tasks and workflows where possible.


• Conduct security assessments of systems and applications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.


• 3-5 years of experience in information security engineering or operations.


• Proficiency with various security technologies and protocols.


• Experience with scripting for automation (e.g., Python, PowerShell).


• Understanding of network infrastructure and operating systems security.


• Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.


• Hybrid work model supporting flexibility and work-life balance.


• Access to modern security tools and technologies.


• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.


• A collaborative team environment focused on technological advancement.


• Retirement fund and medical aid contributions.