Security Engineer

Qodea; City Of London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology group is seeking an experienced Security Engineer with expertise in Microsoft Identity and Access Management (IdAM), specifically Entra ID and Active Directory. The ideal candidate will have a strong consultancy background and experience in the UK public sector, ensuring compliance with security standards. This role offers a competitive salary and opportunities for growth within a diverse and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Matching pension scheme

Discretionary company bonus

Private medical insurance

36 days annual leave

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Experience in consultancy within the UK public sector.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft IDAM solutions.
• Strong understanding of security frameworks and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of Microsoft IdAM solutions.
• Design secure architectures for public sector requirements.
• Collaborate to embed security best practices.

Skills

Consultancy capacity

Microsoft security technologies

Strong communication

Analytical thinking

Relationship-building skills

Education

Degree in Computer Science or Cybersecurity

Tools

Microsoft Entra ID

Active Directory

Azure Security Center

Sentinel

Defender

M365 security configurations

Job description

Location: Hybrid- London– travel required as per project needs

Work where work matters.

Elevate your career at Qodea, where innovation isn't just a buzzword, it's in our DNA.

We are a global technology group built for what's next, offering high calibre professionals the platform for high stakes work, the kind of work that defines an entire career. When you join us, you're not just taking on projects, you're solving problems that don't even have answers yet.

You will join the exclusive roster of talent that global leaders, including Google, Snap, Diageo, PayPal, and Jaguar Land Rover call when deadlines seem impossible, when others have already tried and failed, and when the solution absolutely has to work.

Forget routine consultancy. You will operate where technology, design, and human behaviour meet to deliver tangible outcomes, fast. This is work that leaves a mark, work you’ll be proud to tell your friends about.

Qodea is built for what’s next. An environment where your skills will evolve at the frontier of innovation and AI, ensuring continuous growth and development.

We look for people who embody:

Innovation to solve the hardest problems.

Accountability for every result.

Integrity always.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Security Engineer with deep expertise in Microsoft Identity and Access Management (IdAM). Specifically Entra ID and Active Directory to join our Secure Services team. The ideal candidate will have a strong consultancy background and demonstrable experience delivering secure solutions within the UK public sector, including compliance with government security standards and frameworks.

What you'll do

• Lead the design and hands-on implementation of modern IdAM solutions, including Microsoft Entra ID, Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), and hybrid identity configurations.

• Design and implement/ configure secure cloud architectures (Microsoft) tailored to public sector requirements.
• Lead security assessments, threat modelling, and risk analysis for cloud-based and hybrid environments.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure security best practices are embedded throughout project lifecycles.
• Develop and maintain security documentation, including architecture diagrams, policies, and procedures.
• Advise clients on compliance with standards such as NCSC Cloud Security Principles, ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials Plus, and GDPR.
• Support incident response planning and execution.
• Stay current with emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and regulatory changes.

What Success Looks Like

Experience & Skills

• Proven experience working in a consultancy capacity within the UK public sector.
• Recent, hands-on experience in designing and implementing Microsoft IDAM solutions, with deep expertise in Entra ID and hybrid identity models
• Strong understanding of security frameworks, risk management, and governance.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft security technologies (Azure Security Center, Sentinel,
• Defender, Purview, etc.).
• Experience with M365 security and compliance configurations.
• Familiarity with hybrid environments and securing on-prem to cloud transitions.
• Familiarity with Active Directory.

Leadership & Attributes

• Trusted advisor mindset, able to influence and guide clients.
• Strong collaboration and relationship-building skills.
• Analytical thinker with a passion for secure cloud adoption.
• A "hands-on" problem-solver, comfortable with both high-level design and deep technical implementation.

Clearance Requirements

• Ability to obtain (or currently hold) SC/DV Security Clearance
• SC clearance usually requires 5 years of continuous UK residency
• DV clearance usually requires 10 years of continuous UK residency

Qualifications

• Degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Relevant certifications such as:

• Relevant Microsoft security certifications (e.g., AZ-500, SC-300)
• CISSP, CISM, or similar
• TOGAF or equivalent

We believe in supporting our team members both professionally and personally. Here's how we invest in you:

Compensation and Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive base salary.
• Matching pension scheme (up to 5%) from day one.
• Discretionary company bonus scheme.
• 4 x annual salary Death in Service coverage from day one.
• Employee referral scheme.
• Tech Scheme.

Health and Wellness

• Private medical insurance from day one.
• Optical and dental cash back scheme.
• Help@Hand app: access to remote GPs, second opinions, mental health support, and physiotherapy.
• EAP service.
• Cycle to Work scheme.

Work-Life Balance and Growth

• 36 days annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays).
• An extra paid day off for your birthday.
• Ten paid learning days per year.
• Flexible working hours.
• Market-leading parental leave.
• Sabbatical leave (after five years).
• Work from anywhere (up to 3 weeks per year).
• Industry-recognised training and certifications.
• Bonusly employee recognition and rewards platform.
• Clear opportunities for career development.
• Length of Service Awards.
• Regular company events.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Qodea, we champion diversity and inclusion. We believe that a career in IT should be open to everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or neurotype. We value the unique talents and perspectives that each individual brings to our team, and we strive to create a fair and accessible hiring process for all.