Security Engineer

Method Resourcing; City Of London; Remote; GBP 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology consulting firm is seeking a Security Engineer to shape security during a live merger. This fully remote role involves building and hardening MS365 and Azure security infrastructure. Ideal candidates will have deep Microsoft 365 and Azure security experience in complex environments, with a focus on compliance and mentoring. Competitive salary of £70,000 for UK-based applicants only.

Qualifications

• Deep Microsoft 365 and Azure security experience, thrives in complex environments.
• Ability to balance technical rigour with empathetic user support.
• M&A or compliance project experience is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Build and harden M365 & Azure security (incl. Sentinel).
• Manage patching, malware protection, and vulnerabilities.
• Document and control security changes to avoid disruption.
• Coach and mentor an aspiring security engineer from the service desk.
• Support Cyber Essentials Plus certification and ongoing compliance.

Skills

Deep Microsoft 365 and Azure security experience

Ability to balance technical rigour with empathetic user support

M&A or compliance project experience

Job description

Overview

Security Engineer (M365 / Azure / Sentinel – 12 Month FTC GBP70,000 Fully Remote UK–Based Candidates with full Right to Work only)

A unique opportunity to shape security during a live merger. You'll join a lean team where your expertise directly drives compliance, stability, and scalability for future acquisitions.

The role blends technical security engineering with change leadership:

• Build and harden M365 & Azure security (incl. Sentinel).
• Manage patching, malware protection, and vulnerabilities.
• Document and control security changes to avoid disruption.
• Coach and mentor an aspiring security engineer from the service desk.
• Support Cyber Essentials Plus certification and ongoing compliance.

The business is preparing for future growth and eventual resale, meaning you'll be part of a strategically critical chapter, not just day–to–day BAU.

Responsibilities

• Build and harden M365 & Azure security (incl. Sentinel).
• Manage patching, malware protection, and vulnerabilities.
• Document and control security changes to avoid disruption.
• Coach and mentor an aspiring security engineer from the service desk.
• Support Cyber Essentials Plus certification and ongoing compliance.

Qualifications

• Deep Microsoft 365 and Azure security experience, thrives in complex environments.
• Ability to balance technical rigour with empathetic user support.
• M&A or compliance project experience is a bonus.
• Remote–first, flexible, and moving quickly; start date targeted for 13th October 2025.

RSG Plc is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.