Network Security Engineer ( Newcastle )

Michael Page (UK); Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in the pharmaceutical sector is seeking a dedicated professional for a critical security role. This position offers the opportunity to secure and maintain IT infrastructure while implementing robust security solutions. You will be responsible for conducting vulnerability assessments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and providing technical support on security matters. This role is ideal for candidates with a strong infrastructure background looking to transition into IT security. Join a dynamic team and make a significant impact in a highly regulated environment with competitive compensation and benefits.

Benefits

10% bonus

Life Assurance

On-site parking

On-site canteen

Qualifications

• Proven experience in IT infrastructure security is essential.
• Strong knowledge of network security principles and firewalls.

Responsibilities

• Secure and maintain IT infrastructure, including networks and cloud environments.
• Implement and manage security solutions like firewalls and IDS/IPS.

Skills

IT infrastructure security

network security principles

firewalls

VPNs

intrusion detection systems

risk assessments

Tools

SIEM solutions

endpoint security

identity & access management

Job description

Impactful Security Role in Highly Regulated Industry

Participate in exciting technical projects.

About Our Client

Our client is a global major player in the pharmaceutical sector with a strong presence in the UK and Europe.

Job Description

• Secure and maintain the IT infrastructure, including networks, servers, and cloud environments.
• Implement, monitor, and manage security solutions such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, and endpoint protection.
• Conduct vulnerability assessments on the infrastructure.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., GDPR, ISO 27001) and industry best practices.
• Investigate security incidents, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Provide technical support and guidance on security-related matters to IT and business teams.
• Keep up to date with emerging security threats and recommend proactive measures.
• Assist in disaster recovery and business continuity planning.

The Successful Applicant

Essential

• Proven experience in IT infrastructure security.
• Strong knowledge of network security principles, firewalls, VPNs, and intrusion detection systems.

Desirable

• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, Operational Technologies.
• Knowledge of security frameworks and compliance requirements (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001, GDPR).
• Experience with SIEM solutions, endpoint security, and identity & access management.
• Ability to conduct risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work as a critical security role in a highly regulated industry.
• Good opportunity for candidates who have a strong infrastructure background and are keen to move to the IT Security field.
• 10% bonus.
• Life Assurance.
• On-site parking.
• On-site canteen.