Security Engineer

SafeSync Security; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the security sector is seeking a Security Engineer to design and implement security protocols. This fully remote position involves conducting vulnerability assessments and collaborating with IT teams to ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of security principles, experience with security tools, and excellent problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Security Engineer or in a similar role.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and maintain security solutions.
• Conduct security assessments, including vulnerability scanning.
• Monitor systems for security breaches and respond to incidents.

Skills

Problem Solving

Analytical Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Information Security

Tools

SIEM

IDS/IPS

Firewalls

Antivirus Software

Job description

SafeSync Security is hiring a Security Engineer to design, implement, and maintain security protocols to protect our clients' data and systems. This role includes conducting vulnerability assessments, penetration testing, and security audits to identify and address potential risks. The Security Engineer will collaborate with IT teams to develop security policies, respond to security incidents, and ensure compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will stay updated on the latest security technologies and trends to proactively defend against emerging threats.

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and maintain security solutions to protect the company's systems, networks, and infrastructure.

Conduct security assessments, including vulnerability scanning, penetration testing, and security audits.

Monitor systems for security breaches, respond to incidents, and investigate security-related issues.

Develop and maintain security policies, procedures, and documentation.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure security best practices are integrated into all aspects of the organization.

Stay updated on the latest security trends, threats, and technologies.

Qualifications & Additional Details

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Security Engineer or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of security principles and best practices.
• Experience with security tools such as SIEM, IDS/IPS, firewalls, antivirus software, etc.
• Knowledge of network protocols, operating systems, and web technologies.
• Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CEH, or CompTIA Security+ are a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.

Additional Details:

This is a fully remote position.
Flexible working hours may be available, depending on business needs.