Security Engineer

Location: Hybrid (Primarily work from home, travel to London one-two days/ week)

Contract Details: • Type: Permanent Role • Salary: Up to £65,000/year (dependent on experience)

As we continue to expand, we are looking for a Security Engineer specializing in designing Zero Trust networks to enhance our security capabilities and help safeguard critical systems and data.

The Opportunity: This role offers an exciting opportunity to focus on the hands-on implementation, configuration, and optimization of Zero Trust security solutions across complex enterprise environments.

• Developing and configuring Zero Trust network security controls.
• Implementing security tools to enhance identity, access, and data protection.
• Collaborating with IT teams to deploy security solutions into enterprise environments.
• Optimizing and automating security processes to improve efficiency.

This hybrid role requires candidates to work remotely, with travel to London two days per week.

• Security Engineering & Implementation:
• Implement and configure Zero Trust security frameworks, including identity-centric security controls.
• Deploy and enforce security policies aligned with Zero Trust principles.
• Optimize and fine-tune security tools for continuous threat monitoring and protection.
• Conduct hands-on security solution deployment and integration into existing systems.
• Identity & Access Management (IAM):
• Configure and maintain identity and access control mechanisms.
• Implement multi-factor authentication (MFA), least privilege access, and micro-segmentation.
• Support IAM teams in integrating security solutions within cloud and on-prem environments.
• Network Security & Micro-Segmentation:
• Implement network segmentation strategies to limit lateral movement within enterprise environments.
• Deploy and configure network security controls, including software-defined perimeters and secure access service edge (SASE) solutions.
• Configure and manage security tools for continuous monitoring and threat detection.
• Cloud Security & Secure Access:
• Implement cloud security measures aligned with Zero Trust frameworks for Azure and hybrid environments.
• Deploy and maintain secure remote access solutions.
• Ensure security controls are correctly integrated across SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS environments.
• Security Operations & Risk Mitigation:
• Support security assessments to identify and remediate vulnerabilities.
• Assist in security incident investigations and response activities.
• Work with IT teams to implement security patches and updates.
• Provide input into security control enhancements and compliance measures.
• Automation & Process Optimization:
• Develop automation scripts for security processes and configurations.
• Use scripting and automation tools (PowerShell, Python, KQL) to improve security monitoring and response capabilities.
• Support DevSecOps initiatives to embed security in development pipelines.

• Must have 3+ years implementing and configuring Zero Trust architecture.
• Strong hands-on experience in security engineering and network security.
• Proficiency in configuring identity and access management (IAM), including MFA and privilege management.
• Experience with network security technologies such as firewalls, VPNs, and micro-segmentation.
• Expertise in implementing cloud security controls in Azure and hybrid environments.
• Familiarity with security compliance standards (ISO 27001, NIST, GDPR, etc.).
• Experience with security operations, incident response, and vulnerability management.
• Strong scripting and automation skills (PowerShell, Python, or KQL).

• CCNP Security, Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Expert.
• Azure Security Engineer, or similar cloud security certifications.
• Experience with Secure Access Service Edge (SASE) solutions (Zscaler, Prisma, NetSkope for example).
• Experience with security orchestration, automation, and response (SOAR) tools.

Understanding of penetration testing and ethical hacking methodologies.

• A competitive salary of up to £65,000/year (dependent on experience).
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements, allowing work-from-home with weekly office collaboration.
• Opportunities to work on cutting-edge security projects in Zero Trust architectures.
• Professional development and certification support.
• Collaborative and innovative work environment with a focus on security excellence.