Senior Security Engineer - Warsaw

Fitch Solutions; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial information services provider is seeking a Senior Security Engineer to join its Information Security team in Manchester. Responsibilities include reviewing infrastructure changes for security risks, advising on policies, and optimizing workflows. Candidates should have a familiarity with identity protocols, knowledge of security compliance frameworks, and basic scripting skills. The role promotes a hybrid working environment and offers opportunities for continuous learning and development.

Benefits

Hybrid Work Environment

Culture of Learning & Mobility

Investing in your Future

Promoting Health & Wellness

Supportive Parenting policies

Dedication to Giving

Qualifications

• Experience reviewing and assessing security risks related to network configuration.
• Basic scripting or automation skills are desirable.
• Foundational understanding of security compliance frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Review infrastructure changes for security risks.
• Conduct security reviews for various business units.
• Advise on security policies and participate in tool management.

Skills

Familiarity with OpenID Connect

Understanding of browser security models

Experience with network configuration changes

AI-first mindset

Experience with AI-powered security tools

Tools

PowerShell

Python

Job description

As a leading, global financial information services provider, Fitch Group delivers vital credit and risk insights, robust data, and dynamic tools to champion more efficient, transparent financial markets. With over 100 years of experience and colleagues in over 30 countries, Fitch Group’s culture of credibility, independence, and transparency is embedded throughout its structure, which includes Fitch Ratings, one of the world’s top three credit rating agencies, and Fitch Solutions, a leading provider of insights, data and analytics. With dual headquarters in London and New York, Fitch Group is owned by Hearst.

Fitch’s Technology & Data Team is a dynamic department where innovation meets impact. Our team includes the Chief Data Office, ChiefSoftware Office, ChiefTechnology Office, Emerging Technology, SharedTechnology Services, Technology, Risk and the Executive Program Management Office (EPMO). Driven by our investment in cutting‑edge technologies like AI and cloud solutions, we’re home to a diverse range of roles and backgrounds united by a shared passion for leveraging modern technology to drive projects that matter to our organization and clients. We are also proud to be recognized by BuiltIn as a Best Place to Work in Technology 3 years in a row. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer an exciting and supportive environment where you can grow, innovate, and make a difference.

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Fitch Group is currently seeking a Senior Security Engineer based out of our Warsaw office. We are looking for a Senior Security Engineer to join our Information Security team. The successful candidate will be responsible for performing a variety of tasks, including the review of infrastructure changes and providing security reviews for various Fitch business units as they acquire and configure new productivity tooling.

How You’ll Make an Impact:

• Reviewing infrastructure changes, ensuring any security risks are understood and documented. These changes include OS updates, application updates, and modifications to network and identity provider configurations.
• Reviewing software and browser extension requests from internal teams.
• Ensuring due diligence on changes and releases in accordance with Fitch policies and guidelines, including performing Q&A on vulnerability scan reports.
• Advising on security policies, standards, procedures, and metrics, and participating in security tool management.
• Owning the continuous optimization of team workflows with the help of agentic technology and scrum tooling.

You May be a Good Fit if:

• Familiarity with OpenID Connect, SSO protocols, and integration with leading IdPs.
• Understanding of browser security models, especially extension-related risks.
• Experience reviewing and assessing security risks related to network configuration changes, including proxy settings (e.g., PAC files), DNS entries, and related updates.
• AI‑first mindset; able to identify and act upon opportunities to automate analysis and administrative tasks, while improving the quality of assessment output.
• Experience leveraging AI‑powered security tools or platforms to enhance vulnerability detection, threat analysis, or incident response.

What Would Make You Stand Out:

• Knowledge of cloud infrastructure (IaaS, PaaS) components and secure configuration.
• Effective communicator, both in writing and speaking.
• Strong organizational skills, with a proactive approach to enhancing team processes and tools.
• Basic scripting or automation skills (e.g., PowerShell, Python).
• Awareness of access management best practices and audit requirements.
• Foundational understanding of security compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2).

Why Choose Fitch:

• Hybrid Work Environment : 2 to 3 days a week in office required based on your line of business and location
• A Culture of Learning & Mobility : Dedicated trainings, leadership development and mentorship programs designed to ensure that your time at Fitch will be a continuous learning opportunity
• Investing in your Future : Retirement planning, financial wellness and tuition reimbursement programs that empower you to achieve short and long‑term goals.
• Promoting Health & Wellness : Comprehensive healthcare offerings that prioritize a healthy body & mind.
• Supportive Parenting policies : Family‑first policies, including a generous global parental leave plan, designed to help you balance career and family life effectively.
• Dedication to Giving : Paid volunteer days and support for community engagement initiatives.