Cyber Security Jobs in London

The UK's financial and tech hub, home to a vast array of cyber security roles across industries.

Open roles
159
Salary range
£40k – £120k
Hiring companies
63

London is the epicentre of the UK's financial and technology sectors, making it a critical hub for cyber security. Major banks, fintechs, and tech scaleups are headquartered here, driving a high demand for skilled professionals. The city's diverse ecosystem includes roles in penetration testing, SOC analysis, incident response, threat intelligence, and more. Many organisations offer both on-site and hybrid working arrangements, providing flexibility to suit different preferences.

Salary on the board

£40k – £120k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 64 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

Salary visibility
41% of listings advertise a salary.
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Cloud Architect- eDV Cleared

This role involves designing and implementing cloud-native solutions for high-impact, mission-critical projects in the national security sector. You will work with AWS, open-source technologies, and microservices, while leading and managing stakeholders.

Searchability NS&D London, United Kingdom £65,000 – £120,000 pa
On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Platform Engineer- eDV Cleared

This role involves working on high-impact, mission-critical projects for Defence and National Security clients. You will be responsible for building and maintaining cloud infrastructure, CI/CD pipelines, and containerized applications using technologies like AWS, Azure, GCP, Terraform, and Kubernetes.

Searchability NS&D London, United Kingdom £40,000 – £95,000 pa
On-site Permanent Clearance Required
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Security Engineer, SDO AppSec

This role involves conducting application security reviews, threat modeling, and secure architecture design across Amazon's diverse product ecosystem. The engineer will enhance security processes using AI and generative AI tools, deliver security metrics, and provide guidance and training to development teams. The position emphasizes automation, innovation, and collaboration within a global, high-impact security environment.

Amazon London, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent
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Sr. Security Engineer, Amazon Stores Security AppSec

As a Senior Security Engineer, you will collaborate with software development teams to ensure the security of Amazon's wide array of technology services, from e-commerce to machine learning pipelines. Responsibilities include threat modeling, secure code review, developing security automation tools, and providing security training and guidance.

Amazon London, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent
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Generative AI Engineer

You will design, develop, and fine-tune generative AI models, create and optimize prompts for large language models, and prototype proof-of-concept solutions. Collaboration with cybersecurity specialists and ensuring secure deployment of AI systems are key aspects of this role.

Bridewell London, United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent
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Technical Services Implementation Consultant

This role involves managing end-to-end customer integrations for Entrust’s IDV platform, with a primary focus on networking and secure connectivity projects such as IP allow-listing, firewalls, and VPN setup. The consultant acts as the technical delivery lead, coordinating between customer infrastructure teams and internal stakeholders, while also providing guidance on API and SDK integrations. The position emphasizes project coordination over hands-on configuration, requiring strong client-facing and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Entrust London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Principal Professional Services Engineer

Lead strategic SOC transformation and XSIAM deployment programs for enterprise customers, guiding modernization from initial planning through operationalization. Design and implement advanced detection strategies, log ingestion frameworks, and automation workflows to enhance security outcomes. Serve as a technical advisor and mentor high-performing professional services teams while collaborating with product teams to influence roadmaps.

Palo Alto Networks London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Senior Technical Support Engineer - Focused Services

This role involves providing advanced post-sales technical support to customers, diagnosing and resolving complex network and security issues, and delivering configuration guidance and troubleshooting for multi-vendor firewall environments. The engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve product quality and customer experience, often under pressure, while contributing to knowledge base content and occasionally traveling to customer sites during critical incidents. The position emphasizes deep technical expertise, clear communication, and ownership in a customer-facing support context.

Palo Alto Networks London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required
The scene

Hiring in London

London's robust economy and global financial status make it a prime location for cyber security professionals. Companies ranging from large financial institutions to innovative tech startups are constantly on the lookout for skilled talent.

The city's diverse industry landscape means that cyber security professionals can find roles in a variety of sectors, from traditional banking to cutting-edge fintech. This diversity provides ample opportunities for career growth and specialisation.

Many organisations in London are also committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment, with a strong emphasis on continuous learning and professional development. This makes London an ideal place for those looking to advance their careers in cyber security.

FAQs

Common questions

  • Financial services, fintech, and tech scaleups are the primary industries hiring for cyber security roles in London.

  • Many cyber security roles in London offer hybrid working arrangements, though some positions, especially in financial institutions, may require on-site presence.

  • Penetration testers, SOC analysts, incident responders, and threat intelligence analysts are among the most in-demand roles in London's cyber security market.

  • For detailed salary information, refer to the salary section on this page, which is updated regularly with live job listings.

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