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Cyber Security Jobs in London

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

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159
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£40k – £120k
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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.

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£40k – £120k

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Sr IT Systems Engineer

This role involves providing advanced technical support and resolving complex issues across desktop, network, and SaaS environments for end-users. The engineer will lead automation initiatives using PowerShell or Python, manage endpoint and identity systems like Okta and CyberArk, and support workplace technologies including Google Workspace, Zoom, and Slack. Emphasis is placed on root cause analysis, service optimization, and mentoring junior staff within a global IT environment.

Palo Alto Networks London, UB8 1LQ, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Principal Consultant, Incident Response (Unit 42)

Leads high-stakes incident response engagements for clients, conducting forensic investigations across Windows, Linux, and macOS systems to identify breaches and attack vectors. Uses advanced tools like EnCase, FTK, and Splunk to analyze logs and memory artifacts, delivering actionable remediation strategies. Mentors junior consultants and collaborates with internal teams to strengthen client security postures.

Palo Alto Networks London, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent

Senior Cyber Assurance Manager

This role involves leading cyber assurance activities across a global organisation, focusing on security controls, compliance, and risk management. The individual will drive assessments, audits, and regulatory initiatives across frameworks like ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and NIS2, with a strong emphasis on cloud security governance in AWS and Azure environments. They will work closely with senior stakeholders to identify, prioritise, and remediate risks, ensuring alignment with industry best practices and enterprise resilience goals.

Ashdown Group London, United Kingdom £85,000 – £90,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent

Information Security Manager

This role involves leading information security governance, risk management, and compliance activities within a multinational organisation. The Information Security Manager will drive security risk assessments, audit programmes, and regulatory certification efforts including ISO 27001, PCI DSS, and NIS2. With a focus on cloud security governance, the role requires strong engagement with senior stakeholders and expertise in securing AWS and Azure environments.

Ashdown Group London, United Kingdom £85,000 – £90,000 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

ITSM JiraSM Platform Engineer - Barclaycard Payments

Design and engineer ITSM change workflows in Jira Service Management, integrating with CI/CD, monitoring, and observability platforms to enable safe, automated, and auditable change control. Focus on platform-driven policy guardrails, automation, and service management integration within a regulated payments environment. Work closely with engineering teams to reduce friction while maintaining compliance and security.

Barclays London, E14 5RB, United Kingdom
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

Founding Engineer - Early Careers

Work across the full stack to build a security-focused canary-based intrusion detection product, primarily using C# on .NET Core 10, Terraform, and HTMX. Collaborate closely with founders and engineers in a fast-paced, office-based startup environment focused on shipping daily. Engage directly with customers to solve real-world cloud security challenges while leveraging AI-assisted development tools.

Tracebit London, United Kingdom
On-site Permanent

Information Security Technical Assurance Lead

This role involves leading technical security assurance for application and infrastructure solutions across on-premises and cloud environments within a highly regulated nuclear energy organisation. The candidate will conduct risk assessments, review security designs, ensure compliance with standards like ISO 27001 and NIST, and support secure development practices. A key focus is embedding security into business initiatives and advising stakeholders to strengthen Urenco’s cyber maturity in a global, security-cleared environment.

Urenco Global Paddington, London, W2 1HU, United Kingdom £75,111 – £88,366 pa
Hybrid Permanent Clearance Required

AI Software Engineer

Design and develop AI-driven software solutions within a secure environment, working on complex technical challenges for government or defence clients. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and may require occasional on-site visits despite being primarily remote. Focuses on implementing and scaling AI systems with strong software engineering practices.

Searchability NS&D London, United Kingdom £45,000 – £80,000 pa
Remote Permanent Clearance Required
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Security Engineer Jobs

£36k – £100k
25 open

Security Architect Jobs

£55k – £186k
9 open

Cyber Security Analyst Jobs

£75k – £90k
4 open

Application Security Engineer Jobs

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4 open

Penetration Tester Jobs

£25k – £30k
3 open

Cloud Security Engineer Jobs

£65k – £90k
3 open
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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.

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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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