Senior Security Engineer: Secure-by-Design & Full Ownership

Ben; Greater London; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading benefits platform in Greater London is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to enhance security protocols across products and infrastructure. You will ensure effective security tooling, embed secure practices, and conduct risk assessments. Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with security technology and compliance frameworks. The role emphasizes autonomy, fast-paced work, and proactive problem-solving in a supportive culture with a strong work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

£100 monthly personal Ben Balance

Weekly lunch provided

28 days of holidays plus bank holidays

Work-from-abroad scheme

Enhanced parental leave

Comprehensive Private Medical Insurance

Funded Life Assurance cover

Tailored mental health support

Qualifications

• Experience with security tooling, such as EDR, MDM, or vulnerability scanners.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft security tools like Intune and Defender.
• Understanding of industry standards like OWASP Top 10.
• Ability to improve security practices in product and infrastructure.
• Knowledge of compliance frameworks like ISO 27001.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of existing and new security tooling.
• Embed secure-by-design practices in the development lifecycle.
• Monitor systems for irregular behavior and design detection mechanisms.
• Ensure alignment with industry standards.
• Conduct risk assessments and document security policies.

Skills

Hands-on experience deploying and managing security tooling

Worked with Microsoft's security ecosystem

Solid foundations in networking, systems, and cloud infrastructure

Experience reviewing and improving product and infrastructure security

Familiarity with compliance frameworks

Experience automating repetitive security tasks

A bias toward proactive risk reduction

Generalist mindset

Job description

A leading benefits platform in Greater London is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to enhance security protocols across products and infrastructure. You will ensure effective security tooling, embed secure practices, and conduct risk assessments. Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with security technology and compliance frameworks. The role emphasizes autonomy, fast-paced work, and proactive problem-solving in a supportive culture with a strong work-life balance.