Principal Cyber Security Engineer

Robert Walters; Manchester; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the UK is seeking an experienced Principal Cyber Security Engineer to bolster their cloud security offerings. This remote role offers a salary range of £80,000 - £90,000 per annum. Responsibilities include managing security measures for Azure & M365, project coordination, and mentorship. Relevant certifications such as Azure Security Engineer Associate and CISSP are required.

Qualifications

• Experience in designing and managing security measures for cloud systems.
• Ability to identify and implement automation opportunities.
• Proficient in coordinating engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Implement/manage security measures for Azure and M365.
• Ensure security of cloud infrastructure.
• Mentor engineering function and provide technical leadership.

Skills

Deep knowledge of Azure & M365 security services

Proven experience with Azure & M365 security tools

Knowledge of scripting & automation tools

Deep knowledge of security frameworks and standards

Mentorship and technical leadership

Education

Microsoft Cert: Azure Security Engineer Associate

Microsoft Cert: Cyber Security Architect Expert

Microsoft 365 Cert: Security Administrator Associate

CISSP / CCSP

Tools

PowerShell

Azure CLI

Azure Logic Apps

Job description

Robert Walters is working in partnership with a FTSE 100 Global Consultancy. Operating across multiple industries, such as but not limited to, Energy, Utilities, Financial Services and Media. They offer collaborative solutions to their clients, across strategy, delivery of complex programmes and risk management. Due to continued growth and acquisition, they are now keen to expand their cyber security offering and will be appointing an experienced Principal Cyber Security Engineer, to join their UK cyber team.

This role will pay a range up to £90,000 plus benefits with a home-based working model. As an experienced Principal Cyber Security Engineer, you will design, implement and manage security measures to protect the Azure & M365 estates.

Principal Cyber Security Engineer: Duties

• Implement/Manage security measures to protect Azure, M365, Cloud Infrastructure & Data
• Deep knowledge of Azure & M365 security services
• Ensure security of cloud infrastructure
• Identify & implement automation opportunities
• Coordinate/Manage engineering projects
• Design/Develop/Maintain security architecture
• Mentor the engineering function, provide technical leadership
• Proven experience with Azure & M365 security tools and technologies
• Deep knowledge of security frameworks and standards (NIST, CIS, ISO27001)
• Knowledge of scripting & automation tools (PowerShell, Azure CLI, Azure Logic Apps)

Principal Cyber Security Engineer: Relevant Certifications

• Microsoft Cert: Azure Security Engineer Associate
• Microsoft Cert: Cyber Security Architect Expert certification
• Microsoft 365 Cert: Security Administrator Associate
• CISSP / CCSP

For further information, please apply with an updated CV and contact Ajay Hayre on [e-mail] / 07771507035.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and welcomes applications from all candidates.

About the job

Contract Type: Permanent
Specialism: Technology & Digital
Focus: Information Security
Industry: IT
Salary: £80,000 - £90,000 per annum + Home-Based Working.
Workplace Type: Remote
Experience Level: Senior Management
Location: Manchester
FULL_TIME
Job Reference: 0H46Q2-21FF72B8
Date posted: 14 October 2025
Consultant: Ajay Hayre