IT Specialist Senior IT Security Specialist - Ashford or Cairns

MAF Asia (regional programme of Mission Aviation Fellowship / MAF International); Ashford; On-site; GBP 39,420 - 48,180; Full time

Job summary

MAF Asia in Ashford, UK, is looking for a Security Operations Specialist to manage security infrastructure and respond to cyber threats. The role involves implementing and managing systems like SIEM and Fortinet security tools, ensuring compliance and enhancing network security.

Candidates should have a bachelor's degree in IT and at least five years of relevant experience. The position offers a salary of £43,800 per annum, with opportunities for remote work following a two-week induction.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience in IT security roles focused on infrastructure security.
• Professional security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or equivalent) are required.
• Strong experience with vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead implementation and management of security infrastructure.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Enhance identity and access management by maintaining Active Directory and Multi-Factor Authentication.

Skills

Fortinet security products

Network security

Active Directory

Incident response

Security automation

Threat hunting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field

Tools

SIEM systems

Fortinet security tools

Microsoft Defender

Job description

Mission Aviation Fellowship (MAF) is a dynamic Christian aviation organisation, using light aircraft to deliver help and hope in Jesus’ name in over 30 developing countries. For more than 75 years, MAF has been transporting patients, relief workers, produce and medical supplies to the world’s remotest regions and places of deepest human need – places where flying is not a luxury but a lifeline.

Are you a skilled cybersecurity professional with a passion for aviation or mission-driven charity work?

In this role, you’ll be responsible for implementing and managing security infrastructure, responding to threats, and ensuring compliance across systems. You’ll work with various cyber security solutions while driving security best practices and incident response. If you have experience in cybersecurity tools, governance, and access management—and want to use your skills to support a mission that changes lives—this is your chance to make a real difference.

NOTE: Applicants must have the current, legal right to work in the UK or Australia.

Acceptance of and adherence to MAF’s purpose, vision and values is an essential condition of employment.

Location: Office Based Role – Ashford, (Kent) UK or Cairns, Australia.

UK – £43,800 per annum (dependent on experience)

Australia – $85,000 AUD per annum (dependent on experience)

Responsibilities

As a MAF Security Operations Specialist you will play a critical role in protecting our digital infrastructure. You’ll lead the implementation and management of SIEM systems, Fortinet security tools, and endpoint detection & response (EDR) while conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to stay ahead of cyber threats. You’ll enhance identity and access management (IAM) by maintaining Active Directory, Entra ID, MFA, and Zero Trust security principles. Your expertise in network security, VPNs, SD-WAN, and Microsoft Defender solutions will help safeguard our systems, while your contributions to incident response, governance, and security strategy will shape the future of our cybersecurity posture. If you’re passionate about cybersecurity and want to make a meaningful impact, then this role is for you.

We would consider a remote worker for this role. (This would take effect, after a 2 week office based induction.)

Qualifications, Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related field
• Professional security certifications (e.g., CISSP, CISM, or equivalent)
• Absolute minimum of 5 years experience in IT security roles with focus on infrastructure security
• Strong experience with Fortinet security products and solutions
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Active Directory and Entra ID administration
• Demonstrated experience with SIEM implementation and management
• Strong background in network security and infrastructure protection
• Experience with IDS/IPS systems and security monitoring tools
• Proven incident response and threat hunting experience
• Programming/scripting skills for security automation
• Microsoft 365 Security Administration certification
• Cloud security certifications (Azure Security Engineer, AWS Security)
• Fortinet NSE certification (Level 7 or 8)
• Experience with security automation and orchestration
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST)