Senior Security Engineer: £180,000 + Bonus (Elite Fintech)

Hunter Bond; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech trading firm is on the lookout for a Senior Security Engineer to bolster their global security framework. The role requires a proactive security expert to lead initiatives across various security domains and ensure the protection of high-value assets. Candidates should possess significant experience in InfoSec, threat modeling, cloud and network security, and hold a degree in a related field. The position offers a competitive salary of up to £180,000 plus benefits, ideal for those ready to lead in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in InfoSec.
• Strong grasp of security principles, best practices, system hardening.
• Solid experience with threat modeling, penetration testing, automated validation.

Responsibilities

• Enhance security across critical domains including network, system, and data security.
• Lead the design and development of secure architectures and solutions.
• Conduct thorough threat modeling and risk assessments.

Skills

InfoSec

Threat modeling

Penetration testing

Cloud security

Network security

Scripting (Python, PowerShell)

Education

Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related STEM field

Tools

EDR

DLP

Vulnerability scanners

Firewalls

Email gateways

Job description

Senior Security Engineer: £180,000 + Bonus (Elite Fintech)

Senior Security Engineer: £180,000 + Bonus (Elite Fintech)

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Senior Headhunter at Hunter BondLondon | New York | Singapore | MontrealSpecialising in Infrastructure Engineering

Job title: Senior Security Engineer

Client: Fintech trading firm

Salary: Up to £180,000 + Bonus/Benefits

Location: London (hybrid)

Experience level: 6+ years

An elite systematic trading firm is seeking a Security Engineer to play a key role in strengthening their global security posture.

As a subject matter expert, you’ll lead initiatives across network, cloud, data, and system security guiding critical IT projects, running threat models for complex systems, and building automation to validate controls and resilience. You'll act as the escalation point for Security Operations, driving swift resolution of advanced threats and shaping the long-term security roadmap. This is a high-impact role for a proactive, driven security expert ready to take the lead in a cutting-edge fintech environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Enhance security across critical domains including network, system, cloud, email, and data security.
• Act as a trusted security advisor on IT projects, embedding security from the ground up and mitigating risks.
• Lead the design and development of secure architectures and solutions to protect high-value assets.
• Manage and fine-tune security tools to ensure optimal performance and coverage.
• Provide expert-level, second-line support to Security Operations for complex threat scenarios.
• Conduct thorough threat modeling and risk assessments to uncover vulnerabilities and drive proactive defenses.
• Oversee the relationship with our Managed Detection & Response (MDR) partner to ensure top-tier threat detection and response.
• Drive execution of the security roadmap, aligning with evolving business goals and threat landscapes.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to promote security best practices and embed security into daily operations.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in InfoSec
• Strong grasp of security principles, best practices, and system hardening techniques.
• Solid experience with threat modeling, penetration testing, and automated security validation.
• Deep knowledge of cloud, network, and systems security.
• Scripting skills in Python or PowerShell (or both).
• Familiarity with key security tools—EDR, DLP, vulnerability scanners, firewalls, email gateways.
• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related STEM field.

If you think that this could be a good fit for you, then please apply by submitting a copy of your CV!

Alternatively email me: [e-mail]

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Finance, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Financial Services, Banking, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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