Remote Security Engineering Lead for MSSP

Context Recruitment; Leeds; Remote; GBP 59,000 - GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Microsoft MSSP is seeking an experienced Security Engineering Lead to manage a high-performing team in Leeds. This remote-based role involves a blend of leadership and technical influence, requiring strong knowledge of the Microsoft Security ecosystem. Responsibilities include mentoring team members, guiding architectural direction, and supporting client engagements. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience in a SecDevOps environment and be eligible for SC Clearance. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £70,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience within a security engineering or SecDevOps environment.
• Strong technical grounding in the Microsoft Security ecosystem.
• Experience in managing and mentoring a technical team.

Responsibilities

• Leading, mentoring, and developing a mixed team of SecDevOps and Security Engineering professionals.
• Acting as the senior escalation point for complex technical challenges.
• Providing architectural guidance across the Microsoft security stack.

Skills

Leadership experience in security engineering or SecDevOps

Technical grounding in Microsoft Security ecosystem

Ability to balance people management with technical credibility

Experience in MSSP or consultancy environment

Excellent communication skills

Collaborative, proactive approach to team development

Tools

Microsoft Sentinel

Defender XDR

KQL

Job description

A leading Microsoft MSSP is seeking an experienced Security Engineering Lead to manage a high-performing team in Leeds. This remote-based role involves a blend of leadership and technical influence, requiring strong knowledge of the Microsoft Security ecosystem. Responsibilities include mentoring team members, guiding architectural direction, and supporting client engagements. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience in a SecDevOps environment and be eligible for SC Clearance. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £70,000, depending on experience.