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
349
Salary range
£26k – £200k
Hiring companies
85

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

£26k – £200k

Based on advertised midpoints across the 165 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

By seniority
£k base
Junior
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60
3 jobs
Mid
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100
64 jobs
Senior
35
200
65 jobs
Lead
50
151
17 jobs
Director
75
140
5 jobs
Live jobs

349 live roles

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EUC Engineer

This role involves managing and supporting end-user computing environments, configuring and managing devices with Intune, troubleshooting issues, and supporting Windows 10/11 and Microsoft 365. You'll work in a small, friendly technical team with opportunities for learning and leadership as the company grows.

GR Consulting Ec2M1Rx, EC2M 1RX, United Kingdom £40,000 – £45,000 pa
Permanent

Senior Security Engineer

The Senior Security Engineer is responsible for maintaining and optimizing security platforms in a regulated financial services environment. This hands-on role involves configuring and integrating security tools, supporting incident response, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Claranet London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Site Reliability Engineer (Security Cleared)

This role involves designing, building, and operating reliable, secure, and performant infrastructure for critical public-sector services. You will work with Kubernetes, Red Hat OpenShift, Terraform, and AWS, focusing on reliability, observability, and scalability.

Profile 29 Se17Sj, SE1 7SJ, United Kingdom £55,000 – £65,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Cyber Security Operations Manager

This role involves leading a team in vulnerability management, EDR, incident response, and other security operations. You will partner with senior stakeholders to translate technical security activities into business risk and operational metrics, while driving operational maturity and continuous improvement. The role also includes a consultative aspect and exposure to a global transformation programme.

Maru Search & Consultancy Wc2R0Dt, WC2R 0DT, United Kingdom £75,000 – £85,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Senior Multi Cloud Engineer

The Senior Multi-Cloud Engineer is responsible for designing, deploying, and maintaining secure, scalable Azure and Private Cloud infrastructure solutions for financial services customers. This hands-on role involves providing expert guidance, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring environments are resilient, compliant, and optimized.

Claranet London, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent Clearance Required

Java Engineer

This role involves designing, developing, and deploying Camunda-based process and decision automation solutions for public sector clients. You will work closely with solution architects, business analysts, and designers to translate workflows into maintainable code, optimize performance, and mentor junior engineers.

Profile 29 Se17Sj, SE1 7SJ, United Kingdom £40,000 – £50,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

AI Engineer

As an AI Engineer, you will design, develop, and deploy production-ready Generative AI and agentic AI solutions for enterprise clients. You will work with modern LLMs, RAG architectures, and agentic frameworks on AWS, collaborating with data engineers, solution architects, and business stakeholders to deliver secure and cost-effective AI solutions.

Lynx Recruitment Sw1E5Lb, SW1E 5LB, United Kingdom £50,000 – £65,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Founding Engineer

As a Founding Engineer, you will work closely with the founders and the engineering team to build a cloud security product using C#, .NET Core, Terraform, and HTMX. The role involves shipping code daily, collaborating with customers, and maintaining high-quality standards in a fast-paced startup environment.

Tracebit London, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent
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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