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
348
Salary range
£26k – £200k
Hiring companies
87

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 169 priced listings posted in the last 12 months. Base salary only.

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100
65 jobs
Senior
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Lead
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Director
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Live jobs

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Cyber Risk Business Analyst Team Lead

Lead a team of 13 business analysts in delivering cyber risk and technology change programmes within a global investment bank. Drive end-to-end business analysis, from requirements gathering to solution delivery, with a focus on IAM/PAM systems, regulatory compliance, and integration across Risk, Finance, and Front Office functions. Utilise data analysis, advanced Excel, and SQL to support decision-making and senior-level reporting in a complex, multi-jurisdictional environment.

Intec Select Billingsgate, City And County Of the City Of London, United Kingdom £120,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Applied AI Engineer- BPL

This role involves building and maintaining data architectures, pipelines, and AI/ML systems to support scalable, secure, and responsible AI solutions at Barclays. You'll collaborate with data scientists, implement MLOps practices, and work with cloud platforms to enable data processing and model deployment. The position emphasizes innovation in AI, particularly GenAI and LLMs, within a regulated fintech environment.

Barclays London, E14 5RB, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

AI Governance Engineer - BPL

This role involves designing and maintaining data architectures, pipelines, warehouses, and data lakes to ensure data accuracy, accessibility, and security. The engineer will collaborate with data scientists to deploy machine learning models, develop scalable processing algorithms, and implement governance frameworks aligned with regulatory and risk requirements. It's a technical leadership position focused on responsible AI adoption, policy-as-code, and secure, auditable systems within a large-scale financial environment.

Barclays London, E14 5RB, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Senior Embedded Software Engineer

This role involves developing security-critical embedded software for Digital RF products using C and Rust, with a strong focus on Linux-based platforms. The engineer will design and maintain both kernel-space and user-space components, develop Linux drivers, and implement networking features. The position emphasizes robust, high-performance system delivery in a hybrid working environment.

Technical Futures Ltd Wd31Rt, WD3 1RT, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Project Engineer

Cloud | Microsoft 365 | Infrastructure | Networking | SecurityOur client is seeking an experienced and motivated Project Engineer to join their growing Professional Services team. This is an excellent opportunity for a technically skilled engineer who enjoys taking ownership...

Apache Associates Ec4N6Np, EC4N 6NP, United Kingdom £50,000 – £65,000 pa

Infrastructure Engineer

This Infrastructure Engineer role involves managing a hybrid on-premises and cloud environment with a strong focus on Microsoft technologies. You'll provide endpoint support, administer identity and device management via Entra ID and Intune, maintain Windows and network infrastructure, and support Microsoft 365 services. The position emphasizes security, long-term problem solving, and ownership across a diverse technical estate.

VIQU IT Recruitment N146Bn, N14 6BN, United Kingdom £45,000 – £50,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Cyber Risk Business Analyst Team Lead

Cyber Risk Business Analyst (Team Lead) – £120,000 + 20% Bonus – London (Hybrid) – Investment BankingOverview:A global Investment Banking organisation is seeking a Cyber Risk Business Analyst Team Lead to manage a team of 13 and lead delivery across...

Intec Select Se19Sg, SE1 9SG, United Kingdom £120,000 pa

Site Reliability Engineering Manager (Data Infra)

Lead and develop a team of SREs focused on the stateful/data layer technologies that power all production services. Drive reliability, scalability, and observability across a cloud-native, Kubernetes-based platform using GitOps and modern DevOps practices. Collaborate across engineering, security, and product to ensure resilient systems supporting global anti-financial crime solutions.

ComplyAdvantage 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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