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
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Junior
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60
3 jobs
Mid
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100
64 jobs
Senior
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200
65 jobs
Lead
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151
17 jobs
Director
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140
5 jobs
Live jobs

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Cyber Security Engineer

This role involves designing, developing, and maturing the company's cyber security capabilities, including the selection and management of security tools and technologies. You will work closely with technology and business teams to deliver security processes, maintain security solutions, and support key cyber security processes like incident response and vulnerability management.

Transact London, United Kingdom £70,000 pa
On-site Permanent

AI-Augmented Cyber Security Engineer

This role involves hands-on engineering to enhance security controls, improve threat detection, and drive automation in a cloud and enterprise environment. You will work closely with engineering and DevOps teams to embed security into operational processes and CI/CD pipelines, while also leading technical investigations and incident response activities.

Eligo Recruitment Tower Of London, London, United Kingdom £75,000 – £90,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent
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IT Manager

This role involves leading the transition from outsourced to in-house IT services, managing day-to-day operations, overseeing suppliers, delivering IT projects, and strengthening cyber security. You will play a key role in modernising IT systems and driving improvements across the business.

Adecco Stanford-le-Hope, SS17 0EP, United Kingdom £70,000 – £75,000 pa
On-site Permanent

Field CISO EMEA

The Field CISO EMEA role involves serving as a trusted security advisor to CISOs and board-level stakeholders across EMEA, guiding them on human risk management, insider risk strategy, and compliance. You will also represent Mimecast at industry events and support customers through security challenges and audits.

Mimecast London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

3rd Line Support Engineer

This role involves acting as a senior escalation point for complex technical issues, leading and supporting the 3rd line engineering team, and ensuring high service standards. You will work with a variety of technologies including Microsoft 365, Azure, and cybersecurity, while also contributing to project delivery and service improvements.

IMT Resourcing Solutions London, United Kingdom £40,000 – £50,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

IT Manager

The IT Manager will oversee the technology budget, manage a small team, and ensure the robustness of the technical estate. Responsibilities include IT support, project management, and strategic technology initiatives in a growing membership organization.

Ashdown Group London, United Kingdom £70,000 – £78,000 pa
Permanent
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Software Dev Engineer, Amazon Security Automation

This role involves designing and developing AI/ML-driven security automation systems to detect and mitigate threats at scale. You will collaborate with security teams to enhance existing practices and build real-time threat detection and response systems, working in a fast-paced environment with advanced technology.

Amazon London, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent
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Sr. Frontend Engineer - Counter Adversary Operations Team , UK)

As a Senior Frontend Engineer on the Counter Adversary Operations team, you will build globally distributed, robust, and customer-centric solutions using Ember.js. You will work closely with UX Engineers, Cloud Engineers, UX Designers, and other stakeholders to deliver high-quality user experiences that protect systems from sophisticated adversaries. The role involves hands-on engineering, technical decision-making, and continuous learning in a dynamic and collaborative environment.

CrowdStrike London, United Kingdom
Hybrid 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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