Security Operations Engineer

ZipRecruiter; England; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in cybersecurity is seeking a Security Operations Engineer in Worcestershire. The role involves supporting security programs and services, investigating threats, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Candidates should have strong IT security experience and relevant certifications. This position offers an opportunity for professional growth within an innovative environment.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Collaborate with industry experts

Supportive learning environment

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in IT security or cybersecurity.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and threat analysis.
• Excellent communication skills for collaborating with teams and clients.

Responsibilities

• Support internal security programs and managed security services.
• Investigate threats and maintain SIEM and MDR systems.
• Ensure compliance with GDPR and NIS 2.

Skills

IT security

cybersecurity

communication

threat analysis

collaboration

Education

CompTIA Security+

CCNA Security

Tools

SIEM

MDR/XDR

firewalls

IPS/IDS

VPNs

endpoint protection

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Security Operations Engineer

Location: Worcestershire

Salary: £35,000

The Company

Join a growing and innovative professional services business, operating at the forefront of cybersecurity across both IT and industrial environments. With a strong focus on compliance, threat detection, and operational resilience, the company empowers its clients to meet and exceed modern security standards. You’ll be part of a forward-thinking team, working alongside cybersecurity specialists and reporting directly to the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).

Role & Responsibilities

As a Security Operations Engineer, you’ll support both the internal security programme and the delivery of managed security services for a diverse client base. Your responsibilities will span from triaging and investigating threats, to maintaining SIEM and MDR systems, to ensuring compliance with key regulations such as GDPR and NIS 2. You’ll take a proactive role in identifying vulnerabilities, supporting incident response planning, and ensuring security policies are enforced across the organisation and client networks. This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about both IT and OT security, looking to expand their experience in a hands-on role.

Your Skills & Experience

Required:

• 3+ years of experience in IT security / cybersecurity
• Certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CCNA Security, or equivalent
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks and threat analysis
• Experience with SIEM, MDR/XDR, and incident triage
• Solid knowledge of operating systems (Windows, Linux, Cisco)
• Excellent communication skills - ability to collaborate across teams and with clients

Desirable:

• Hands-on experience with security tools: firewalls, IPS/IDS, VPNs, WAF, endpoint protection
• Knowledge of Operational Technology (OT) systems: PLCs, SCADA, industrial networking
• Exposure to coding/DevOps environments
• Penetration testing skills or relevant certifications

Company Benefits

• Work on innovative cybersecurity challenges across both IT and OT environments
• Career development opportunities within a fast-growing organisation
• Collaborate with a highly skilled team of industry experts
• Involvement in projects with real-world security impact
• Supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and development