SecOps Engineer

Netrolynx AI; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

£75k salary package

Hybrid work model

Health and wellbeing programs

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Context Recruitment Limited seeks a SecOps Engineer in Central London with hybrid working. You will monitor security tooling, respond to incidents, manage patching, and drive security improvements across Windows, cloud platforms, and enterprise infrastructure.

You’ll collaborate with SOC teams and IT to strengthen security postures during digital transformation. The role emphasizes automation via PowerShell, vulnerability management, and coordination of threat intelligence across M365, Azure,

Qualifications

• Security operations, incident response, and infrastructure security expertise.
• Essential certifications: Security+ and CEH (or relevant Microsoft certifications).
• Strong PowerShell scripting for automation and Windows OS security knowledge.
• Cloud security across M365, Azure, and AWS platforms is required.
• Experience with vulnerability management tools and security monitoring solutions.

Responsibilities

• Monitor SIEM (QRadar) and respond to threat alerts.
• Triage and resolve security incidents using ServiceNow.
• Oversee patch management for OS, apps, and third‑party software.
• Conduct vulnerability scans with Qualys and prioritize fixes.
• Document SOC processes and create knowledge base articles.

Skills

Security operations

Incident response

Infrastructure security

Security+

CEH

PowerShell

Cloud security (M365, Azure, AWS)

Vulnerability management

SIEM (QRadar)

ServiceNow

Qualys

Varonis

MS Intune

NinjaOne

Cisco Umbrella

Tools

QRadar

Qualys

Varonis

ServiceNow

MS Intune

Sophos

NinjaOne

Job description

SecOps Engineer Job DescriptionAbout The Company

Context Recruitment Limited is a well-established and highly profitable construction engineering business known for its innovative approach and commitment to excellence. With a strong reputation in the industry, the company specializes in delivering complex construction projects, integrating cutting-edge technology, and maintaining high standards of safety and quality. As part of its ongoing growth and digital transformation initiatives, the organization is investing heavily in modernizing its infrastructure and security systems to support scalable and efficient business operations. The company's culture fosters professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement, making it an ideal environment for professionals seeking to advance their careers in a dynamic and forward-thinking organization.

About The Role

The SecOps Engineer role is a critical leadership position within the company's cybersecurity team, responsible for safeguarding the organization’s digital assets and infrastructure. Based in Central London with hybrid working arrangements, this role offers an exciting opportunity for a proactive security professional to contribute to the company’s security posture during a period of significant digital transformation. The successful candidate will play a key role in monitoring, analyzing, and responding to security threats, implementing security controls, and ensuring compliance across various systems and applications. You will collaborate closely with internal teams and external partners, including Security Operations Center (SOC) teams, to develop and execute strategies that mitigate risks and enhance the organization's security resilience.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in security operations, incident response, and infrastructure security. Recognized security certifications such as Security+, CEH, or relevant Microsoft certifications are essential. Strong hands‑on experience with Microsoft Windows OS security, hardening, and scripting (PowerShell) for automation is required. A good understanding of cloud‑native security across M365, Azure, and AWS platforms is also necessary. Candidates should have experience working with enterprise IT infrastructure, vulnerability management tools, and security monitoring solutions. Additional familiarity with Qualys, Varonis, ServiceNow, and network security concepts will be highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security tools including SIEM (QRadar) and respond promptly to threat detection alerts to mitigate potential risks.
• Triage, analyze, and prioritize security incidents using ServiceNow, ensuring effective resolution and documentation.
• Investigate root causes of security issues and design remediation strategies to prevent recurrence.
• Oversee patch management processes, ensuring timely updates for operating systems, applications, and third‑party software.
• Conduct vulnerability scans using Qualys, analyze scan results, and prioritize remediation efforts based on risk levels.
• Document security operations processes and create knowledge base articles to promote best practices across the organization.
• Automate security tasks and integrate security toolchains through scripting languages such as PowerShell and Batch scripts.
• Collaborate with external SOC teams to coordinate threat intelligence and incident response activities.
• Prepare post‑incident reports and perform root cause analysis to improve security protocols.
• Manage end‑user device security using tools like MS Intune, Sophos, and NinjaOne to ensure endpoint protection.
• Schedule and evaluate vulnerability scans on critical infrastructure components to identify potential security gaps.
• Maintain patching compliance across all systems, including operating systems, Microsoft Office, and third‑party applications.
• Support infrastructure teams in deploying secure systems, enforcing security policies, and managing security‑driven changes.
• Produce weekly security operations reports to inform management and facilitate continuous improvement.
• Manage Cisco Umbrella web filtering and SSL inspection policies to control internet access and monitor web traffic.

Benefits

• The company offers a competitive salary package up to £75,000 per annum, commensurate with experience.
• Employees benefit from a hybrid working model, initially requiring four days onsite with a transition to three days once probation is successfully completed.
• The organization provides comprehensive health and wellbeing programs, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment that values innovation and initiative.
• Additionally, employees have access to various employee assistance programs, flexible working arrangements, and a supportive team dedicated to fostering career growth and work‑life balance.

Equal Opportunity

Context Recruitment Limited is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals who are eager to contribute to our dynamic team and help us achieve our strategic objectives.