Platform Security Engineer (Tanium/Sentinel)

NCC Group; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

25 days holiday + bank holidays + buy

Pension, Life Assurance, Share Save

Cycle Scheme

Green Car Scheme

Volunteer programmes

Job summary

NCC Group is seeking a Platform Security Engineer (Tanium/Sentinel) for a remote UK-based role with occasional travel to the West Midlands. You will administer Tanium and SentinelOne across enterprise environments, deploy security modules, and ensure endpoint protection aligns with IT and OT security requirements.

The role emphasizes automation, dashboards, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to maintain robust security postures.

Qualifications

• Experience administering Tanium and endpoint security products in large environments.
• Automation and reporting skills using PowerShell or Python.
• Strong understanding of endpoint management and IT security fundamentals.
• Proficiency across Windows, Linux and macOS.

Responsibilities

• Administer and maintain Tanium and Sentinel One across enterprise environments.
• Deploy, configure, and manage endpoint security modules (Asset, Patch, Deploy, Threat Response, Comply).
• Monitor performance and ensure high availability of endpoint security services.
• Develop dashboards, reports and queries to support IT operations and security teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate endpoint security with other tools.
• Perform regular audits and ensure compliance with security standards.
• Troubleshoot endpoint visibility, patching and deployment issues.
• Provide training and support on endpoint security usage and best practices.
• Stay updated with Tanium/Sentinel One updates and trends.

Skills

Tanium administration

Endpoint security management

PowerShell

Python scripting

Cross-platform OSes (Windows/Linux/mac

Tools

Tanium

SentinelOne

Job description

Platform Security Engineer (Tanium/Sentinel)

Department: Cyber Services and Capabilities

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Location: GBR Remote

Description

Remote with occasional travel in West Midlands: In the Security Engineer role, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our Operational Technology (OT) and Information Technology (IT) is secure and protected against cyber threats. Your expertise will help identify potential risks and vulnerabilities specific to OT and IT environments and develop effective mitigation strategies. By providing guidance and support, you will contribute to our vision of being a world-leading Information Technology and Digital function in the energy sector.

Key Responsibilities

What you'll do

As an employee in the Security Engineer role, your key roles and responsibilities will include:

• Administer and maintain the End Point Security platform(s) (Tanium & Sentinel One) across enterprise environments.
• Deploy, configure, and manage End Point Security including Tanium modules including Asset, Patch, Deploy, Threat Response, and Comply.
• Monitor system performance and ensure high availability and reliability of End Point security services.
• Develop and maintain dashboards, reports, and queries to support IT operations and security teams.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate End Point security services with other security and IT tools.
• Perform regular audits and ensure compliance with internal and external security standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to endpoint visibility, patching, and software deployment.
• Provide training and support to internal teams on End Point security services usage and best practices.
• Stay current with Tanium/Sentinel One updates, features, and industry trends.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Tanium Certified Administrator (TCA) certification is preferable.
• Proven experience administering Tanium and other End Point security products in a medium to large enterprise environment.
• Strong understanding of endpoint management, cybersecurity principles, and IT operations.
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., PowerShell, Python) for automation and reporting.
• Familiarity with Windows, Linux, and MacOS operating systems.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

We have a high-performance culture which is balanced evenly with world-class well-being initiatives and benefits:

• Flexible Working: Balance your work and personal life with our flexible working options.
• Generous Holiday Allowance: Enjoy 25 days of holiday, plus bank holidays, with the option to buy up to 5 additional days of annual leave.
• Medicash & Critical Illness Scheme
• Financial & Investment Benefits: Enjoy peace of mind with our Pension, Life Assurance, and Share Save Scheme.
• Community & Volunteering Programmes: Make a difference in your community with our volunteering opportunities.
• Green Car Scheme: Drive green and save money with our eco-friendly car scheme.
• Cycle Scheme: Stay fit and healthy with our cycle-to-work scheme.
• Special Time Off: Take time off for those big moments in life, like getting married/entering into a civil partnership, becoming a grandparent, and welcoming home a new pet.
• Family Planning: Benefit from our generous maternity and paternity leave, as well as time off and support for those undergoing fertility treatments.