Senior Information Security Engineer

SevernTrentLife; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility company in Coventry is seeking a Senior Information Security Engineer to safeguard its digital infrastructure. This role involves developing security policies, conducting risk assessments, and implementing cutting-edge security technologies. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Information Security operations, strong leadership abilities, and relevant certifications (CCSP, CISSP, BCS). Employees enjoy a supportive culture with competitive benefits, including bonuses and generous leave policies.

Benefits

28 days holiday + bank holidays

Annual bonus scheme

Family-friendly policies

Leading pension scheme

Sharesave program

Training and development opportunities

Electric vehicle scheme

Two paid volunteering days

Qualifications

• Experience in Information Security operations and engineering functions.
• Proficient in developing and documenting integrated solutions.
• Experience leading initiatives in cloud and on-premise environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enforce security policies.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement advanced security technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to maintain robust security measures.

Skills

Information Security operations experience

Team leadership and mentoring

Problem-solving skills

Strong communication skills

Understanding of security controls

Education

CCSP, CISSP, or BCS in information security

Tools

Azure

AWS

Office 365 & Email Security

Job description

LET’S CUT STRAIGHT TO IT

At Severn Trent, our people are at the heart of everything we do. We’re in the top 5% of utility companies worldwide when it comes to employee engagement and ranked as a Top 50 UK Employer on Glassdoor. Join us in making a positive impact on the environment and our communities, while being valued and supported in a truly inclusive workplace.

If you want to do more, because you care, we want you on our team.

LET’S TELL YOU MORE

We are seeking aSenior Information Security Engineer to join our team and play a pivotal role in safeguarding our organization’s digital infrastructure. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on cutting‑edge security solutions, ensuring the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our systems and data. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to design, implement, and maintain robust security measures that protect against evolving threats.

As a Senior Information Security Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and enforcing security policies, conducting risk assessments, and implementing advanced security technologies. Your expertise will help us maintain compliance with industry standards while proactively identifying vulnerabilities and mitigating risks. This role requires a strong technical background, excellent problem‑solving skills, and the ability to communicate complex security concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

If you are passionate about cybersecurity and thrive in a dynamic environment, we would love to hear from you. Join us and contribute to a culture of security excellence, where your skills will make a real impact on our organization’s resilience and success. Apply today to become part of a forward‑thinking team dedicated to protecting what matters most.

You’ll be based at our Severn Trent Centre head office in Coventry. You’ll work within our dedicated Cyber Security function. With this being such a critical role, we’re looking for someone who can join us 37 hours a week, working Monday to Friday.

HOW WE WORK

You’ll join a caring culture that collaborates to achieve, grow, and develop. Our employee engagement scores are among the highest globally in energy and utilities. That’s why, we value in‑person moments to keep our culture alive but also understand the flexibility working from home can bring. So, you’ll usually find us in the office, but working from home is supported, when you need it.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Of course, it’s important that we attract the right skill sets, and those with the right experience but we value character, positivity, and a caring attitude in equal weight.

You’ll have experience of working within Information Security operations and engineering functions, with further experience in the development and documentation of integrated solution and detailed designs.

In terms of qualifications, preferably you’ll have achieved an industry recognised certification, such as CCSP, CISSP, or a BCS certificate in information security.

Ideally, you'll have a strong understanding of critical security controls across multiple domains, such as: Identity & Access Management, Endpoint Protection, Network Security, Office 365 & Email Security, Application Security, Cloud Platform Security, and Operational Technology Security. Additionally, we’d like to see experience leading complex initiatives across both cloud and on‑premise environments, with specific focus in either Azure or AWS.

As you’ll be leading a team, you’ll need to possess experience of mentoring, coaching, and developing peers and be able to articulate ways to develop and help the team overcome adversities.

Whilst very technical, this role requires you to have the ability to influence decision‑making across different teams, using logical thinking and problem‑solving skills to mediate a variety of challenges.

Skills and experience are important, but character, positivity, and a caring attitude matter too. We welcome people from all walks of life and celebrate individuality as we know diverse minds, experiences and backgrounds help us to learn and better serve our communities. We seek people who get involved, want to be part of something bigger, and make a difference because they care.

HOW WE’LL REWARD AND CARE FOR YOU IN RETURN

It's not just a job; it's a career. We offer benefits that reward great work and award‑winning training to help you reach your potential. Plus, you'll contribute to the environment and community too. Here are some of our favourites:

• 28 days holiday + bank holidays (and the ability to buy/sell up to 5 days per year)
• Annual bonus scheme (of up to £2,225, which is subject to eligibility)
• Family‑friendly policies (including a year off fully paid maternity and adoption leave)
• Leading pension scheme – we will double your contribution (up to 15% when you contribute 7.5%)
• Sharesave – the chance to buy Severn Trent plc shares at a discounted rate
• Dedicated training and development with our Academy
• Electric vehicle scheme and retail offers
• Two paid volunteering days per year

LET’S GO

We can't wait to hear from you! Have an updated CV ready and spare five minutes to apply. We'll let you know the outcome after the closing date, so keep an eye on your phone and emails.