Security Engineer

Security Engineer

Worcestershire (Hybrid)

Salary: £60-70,000

Full-Time | Permanent

We're supporting an organisation that is continuing to invest in its cybersecurity capability and is looking to add a Security Engineer to a growing security team.

This is a broad, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working across multiple areas of security rather than specialising in a single discipline. You'll play a key role in improving security controls, protecting sensitive information, strengthening governance processes and driving proactive security initiatives across the business.

This opportunity would suit a security professional who enjoys ownership, autonomy and the ability to make a visible impact within a lean team environment.

The Role

You'll work across a varied security landscape with responsibilities including

Managing and improving security monitoring and detection capabilities

Supporting data protection, information governance and security best practice

Developing and maintaining security controls across identity, endpoint and cloud environments

Conducting threat hunting, vulnerability management and security reviews

Assessing risks associated with business applications and user access

Supporting the secure adoption of new technologies and business initiatives

Contributing to security projects and continuous improvement programmes

Working closely with technical and non-technical stakeholders to improve overall security maturity

About You

We're looking for someone with a genuine passion for cybersecurity and a proactive approach to identifying and reducing risk.

Experience in some of the following areas would be beneficial

Security Operations (SecOps)

Microsoft Sentinel

Microsoft Purview

Microsoft Defender

Entra ID / Identity & Access Management

Threat Hunting

Vulnerability Management

Data Protection & Information Governance

Security Monitoring & Incident Investigation

Cloud Security (Azure and/or AWS)

We're particularly interested in individuals who can demonstrate strong security thinking, curiosity and a desire to continuously improve security processes and controls.

Relevant certifications such as CISSP, CISM, Security+, SC-200 or similar would be advantageous.

Why Apply?

Opportunity to join a growing security function

Broad exposure across multiple security disciplines

High level of ownership and influence

Modern Microsoft security environment

Ongoing investment in training and development

Flexible working arrangements

Competitive salary and benefits package

If you are interested in this opportunity and would like to hear more, please apply to the advert with an updated CV and contact information and we will be in touch.